Plastic bags, mini shampoos and wrapped fruit all set to vanish from Spanish shopsThe new EU packaging law lands in Spain this week, reshaping how shops sell everything from fruit to toiletries A sweeping new EU packaging law comes into force across Spain this Wednesday August 12 and it's set to change everything from the labels.. 14/08/2026

Costa Cálida Technical Services Group SL CCTS: Heating, air conditioning and more in MurciaFormerly Camposol Heating & Maintenance, CCTS is continuing to provide professional heating, air conditioning, gas, water and leak detection services across Camposol  If you've known Camposol Heating & Maintenance (CHM) over.. 13/08/2026

Petrol prices in Spain hover around €1.80 a litre ahead of August bank holiday rushThe average cost of filling a 55-litre tank in Spain has reached €99.30 as millions of drivers prepare to hit the road Petrol prices in Spain are finally showing signs of settling down a bit after rising sharply last week, although drivers heading.. 13/08/2026

WATCH! Spain's total eclipse turns into a cloudy disappointment for thousands Thousands watched the skies only to see clouds roll in at the worst possible moment, but southern Spain gets another chance in August 2027   🌘 Murcia ha vivido un momento mágico con el eclipse solar. 🏰Desde las Fortalezas.. 13/08/2026

August 15 is a bank holiday across Spain: Check which supermarkets are openFind out which establishments will be closing this Saturday, the feast day of Our Lady of the Assumption and a national holiday in Spain If you need to do a supermarket run this weekend, you’d do well to check the opening hours before heading.. 13/08/2026

Thunderstorms, hail and 40ºC heat: Murcia's weekend weather forecast August 13-16The Region faces another unsettled few days, with hail, heavy rain and strong winds possible as temperatures remain high inland   Weather alerts activated on Thursday August 13   The weather in the Region of Murcia is set to remain.. 13/08/2026

Storm alerts threaten eclipse view across parts of MurciaThe Northwest, Guadalentín Valley, Lorca and Águilas are all under yellow storm alerts this afternoon Storms threatening parts of the Region of Murcia this Wednesday afternoon, August 12, could spoil tonight's solar eclipse for anyone.. 12/08/2026

Volunteers clear more than a tonne of litter from Region of Murcia's natural areasThe Region of Murcia joined a nationwide effort that mobilised more than 13,700 volunteers Volunteers across the Region of Murcia have removed more than a tonne of litter from the Region's natural spaces as part of the tenth edition of the ".. 12/08/2026

Spain is making it much easier to spot spam calls, starting this OctoberFrom Friday October 17, all commercial calls must use a new 400 prefix, making telephone scams instantly identifiable and easier to block If you're fed up with unsolicited calls from companies trying to sell you something, or worse, scammers pretending.. 12/08/2026

The definitive guide to choosing a health insurance policy for expats Are you planning to move to Spain and looking for a health insurance policy specifically designed for expats? We understand that such an abundance of information can be overwhelming, particularly when you wish to make a decision as quickly as possible.. 12/08/2026

Attacks on police officers in Murcia have doubled in a decade and unions say the system is failing the people who protect usFrom stone-throwing in San Javier to a delivery driver wielding a helmet as a weapon, officers say they are increasingly vulnerable and under-equipped   Police officers in the Region of Murcia are being attacked at twice the rate they were ten.. 12/08/2026

Murcia-Almería high speed rail still on track, says Transport MinisterThe project forms a key part of the Mediterranean Corridor, connecting Andalucía, Murcia and the rest of Europe Spain's Minister of Transport and Sustainable Mobility, Oscar Puente, confirmed this week that construction of the high speed.. 11/08/2026

Murcia photo of the month August 2026Here’s the August image of the month taken by the Los Alcázares Digital Camera Club (LADCC)   “Expressing Feelings” was the title put forward to the LADCC members in this month’s competition. Feelings are often.. 11/08/2026

New storm warnings for Region of Murcia after rain and hail batter NorthwestAemet has issued a new yellow warning as temperatures also climb close to 40°C across the Region   The State Meteorological Agency (Aemet) has issued a fresh round of storm warnings for the Region of Murcia, just a day after heavy rain, hail.. 11/08/2026

Driving during the eclipse? Here is what the DGT wants motorists in Spain to knowThe DGT has issued a list of dos and don'ts for anyone driving during Wednesday's eclipse in Spain Spain is preparing for its first total solar eclipse since 1912 and with the event falling in the middle of the summer holidays, the traffic.. 11/08/2026

VIDEOS! Storm brings hail, flooding and 96km/h winds to parts of the Region of MurciaCalasparra, Cieza and Abarán were among the worst affected as lightning also sparked a forest fire in Jumilla   ¡#Tormentas localmente muy fuertes en puntos de interior del sureste #PenínsulaIbérica! Precaució.. 11/08/2026

Decklid Auto Services in Mazarrón is hiring a full-time qualified mechanicThe well-known family-run garage is offering a permanent full-time position with a competitive salary and the chance to join its experienced team If you're an experienced mechanic looking for your next opportunity in the Region of Murcia, Decklid.. 10/08/2026

Murcia prepares for eclipse with 500 extra personnel and forest restrictionsThe Region is taking extra precautions as the eclipse is expected to attract huge crowds during a period of extreme heat and high fire risk The Region of Murcia is stepping up its emergency response ahead of Wednesday August 12's solar eclipse.. 10/08/2026

Storms, sunshine and 38°C ahead in Murcia: Weather forecast August 10-13Parts of Murcia have been issued a yellow warning for storms and heavy rain on Monday before temperatures climb back towards 40°C   Weather outlook on Monday August 10   It's not going to be entirely plain sailing weather.. 10/08/2026

Home & Living Magazine takes a break until SeptemberHome & Living is taking a well-earned August break before returning with a fresh edition next month August is here and across Spain life takes on a slower, more relaxed rhythm. With temperatures soaring and many businesses traditionally closing.. 10/08/2026