ALICANTE NEWS

The trick for homeowners in Spain to pay less income tax in 2026What property owners in Spain need to know now to reduce their next Declaración de la Renta It might feel a little bit early but just like every year, the dreaded 2026 income tax return season will be upon us before we know it. Everyone wants.. 06/01/2026

Spain considers work bereavement leave for employees who lose a petNine million homes across Spain could benefit as experts say pet grief is as real as losing a family member Anyone who's ever lost a pet knows how hard it is o carry on as ‘normal’. That gut-wrenching grief that hits you at your desk.. 06/01/2026

2025 becomes the second warmest year on recordGlobally, we’re inching closer to the 1.5°C limit that scientists warn could spell disaster for the planet Carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases in the atmosphere (NASA)   As we wave goodbye to 2025, there is one record nobody.. 05/01/2026

Supermarket opening hours in Spain on January 5 and January 6, Three Kings' DayFinal festive feast preparations will need to be done on Monday as most places will close this Tuesday With Christmas, New Year's Eve and New Year's Day now firmly in the rear-view mirror, Three Kings' Day looms as the final festive occasion.. 05/01/2026

Storm Francis forces Orihuela Costa to postpone Three Kings paradeThe parade has been moved from Monday to Tuesday with a new starting point at Zenia Boulevard Families across Orihuela Costa will need to wait an extra day to welcome the Three Kings after the the Town Hall took the decision to postpone Monday'.. 05/01/2026

How to renew your TIE as a British expat resident in Spain: Foreigner's identity card renewal instructions post-BrexitStep-by-step guide to renewing your TIE card for Brits living as permanent residents in Spain Image: Ayuntamiento de Madrid   Who needs a TIE in Spain? When can I renew my TIE? How long does it take to renew a TIE? Step-by-step guide..

Cold, wet and wintry start to January: Alicante weather forecast January 5-8Rain and colder weather disrupt the Three Kings' celebrations across Alicante province Three Kings' Eve arrives with plenty of rain, colder temperatures, and a chance of snow inland. Because of this, there have been changes and cancellations.. 05/01/2026

Housing, electricity, water, pensions... everything that goes up and down in price in Spain next yearPensions get 2.7% boost and public transport stays frozen as electricity bills and housing costs continue climbing in Spain As 2025 limps towards the finish line, people in Spain are already eyeing 2026 with a mixture of hope and dread, wondering.. 30/12/2025

Supermarket opening hours across Spain on New Year's Eve and New Year's Day 2025Mercadona, Lidl and Carrefour are all opening on New Year's Eve but with reduced hours across Spain We've all been there. The guests are arriving in a few hours, you've suddenly realised you're short on cava, and panic sets in. Before.. 30/12/2025

A quick guide to Roscón de Reyes and the best supermarket optionsEverything you need to know about Roscón de Reyes, from the hidden surprises and traditional fillings to the best supermarket options this year Every year on Three Kings Day, January 6, families across Spain gather to enjoy Roscón.. 30/12/2025

A reminder that V-16 emergency lights replace triangles in Spain from January 1Starting the new year, drivers will need a V-16 beacon instead of a warning triangle to meet Spain's road safety rules From January 1 2026, the V‑16 emergency light officially replaces the traditional warning triangles in Spain. This.. 30/12/2025

British man found shot dead in Orihuela CostaThe Guardia Civil is investigating the death of a 29-year-old British man found with gunshot wounds at a property in Campoamor The Guardia Civil is investigating the death of a 29-year-old British man who was found with gunshot wounds at a property.. 30/12/2025

Here are 16 perfect places to celebrate New Year's Eve in Spain and abroadFrom Madrid's midnight grapes to Sydney Harbour’s fireworks: Your guide to the perfect New Year celebration Let's be honest, if you're still trying to figure out where to spend New Year's Eve, you're cutting it pretty fine.. 29/12/2025

12 grapes for 12 bells: This is how the Spanish celebrate New YearsThe age-old tradition throughout Spain is said to bring good luck for the year to come It’s no secret that Spain is home to many weird and wacky traditions, but one time-honoured New Year’s Eve custom is making a come-back at the most trendy..

Mandatory January 2 electric scooter insurance shelved in SpainHalf a million scooter riders in Spain get a reprieve as traffic bosses admit the national register won't be ready for January deadline Electric scooter owners across Spain are getting an unexpected break after the government admitted its mandatory.. 29/12/2025

Storms bring heavy rain and hail to AlicanteYellow alerts remain in place as authorities warn of flooding and landslides, as heavy rain and hail continue to affect roads and rivers Alicante has been dealing with heavy rain and storms over the weekend, with the Vega Baja and Medio Vinalop.. 29/12/2025

2025 Spain news: The year in reviewThe apagón, Torre Pacheco riots… what a year it’s been! These are all the main news stories from around Spain which we’ve reported on over the course of the year As the year draws to a close, it feels like 2025 has packed.. 26/12/2025

Two Polish men arrested in Elche, Alicante following fatal house attackTwo people have died and a third remains in hospital following a violent incident in the Baix Vinolopo area Two men have been arrested in Elche after allegedly beating three other men in a violent attack that left two people dead and another seriously.. 24/12/2025

Pilar de la Horadada AP-7 tunnel upgrade completed after €3.5 million investmentEnergy efficient lighting and new safety systems have been installed on the busy Murcia-Alicante border road Spain’s Ministry of Transport has completed a major programme of upgrade works at the Pilar de la Horadada tunnel on the AP-7 motorway.. 22/12/2025

Longer waits, growing frustration as confidence in Spain's public healthcare slipsNew national survey shows specialist delays stretching beyond four months, even as most patients still back the public system Patients across Spain are waiting longer than ever to see a medical specialist, and public confidence in the healthcare system.. 22/12/2025