Holy Week in Spain is usually seen as a time of processions, travel and vibrant streets. Yet behind this image lies a different reality: the country operates under intense pressure. The past 48 hours have made this clear. In Almería, a bar explosion —likely caused by a gas leak— left one person dead and three seriously injured. The impact was severe due to the confined space. At the same time, tensions emerged in the airport system. The risk of disruptions was linked to a gro

The Spanish National Police have launched an internal investigation into a senior officer following a series of inspections carried out in businesses in the municipality of San Fulgencio. The case involves a so-called “wave of inspections” affecting multiple companies in the Vega Baja del Segura area, focusing on compliance with licenses, administrative regulations and operational standards. According to Spanish sources, the inspections were intensive and conducted within a s

Torrevieja will host the business awards ceremony organized by ASEMVEGA on April 9 . This year marks the 10th edition of the awards, highlighting their importance within the Vega Baja del Segura business community. Founded in 1996 , ASEMVEGA brings together companies from agriculture, construction, tourism and services. Among the award winners of the latest edition, held in 2024 : Avecox S.L. (poultry production) — business trajectory Cañizos Faura S.L. (building materials)

Torrevieja continues to strengthen its reputation as one of the most open municipalities in the Valencian Community. According to the independent platform Dyntra, the transparency level has reached 85.8% . Dyntra evaluates municipalities based on multiple indicators, including institutional transparency, budget disclosure, public contracts and digital accountability. Torrevieja shows a high level of openness across key areas. The city achieves 100% in organizational transpar

On 31 March 2026, a strike by teachers at state non-university educational institutions will take place in Torrevieja and throughout the province of Alicante. The strike is not a national one, but is being organised at the level of the Valencian Community and affects the three provinces: Alicante, Valencia and Castellón. Where is the strike taking place? The strike has been called by the STEPV, CCOO, UGT and CSIF trade unions and affects all state schools in the region: nur

St. Patrick’s Day in Cabo Roig: Exclusive Photo Gallery You Haven’t Seen Yet As the region prepares for Semana Santa, we’d like to briefly look back at one of the most colorful events of recent weeks. Cabo Roig hosted a vibrant St. Patrick’s Day parade, and we managed to capture its atmosphere in a series of photographs. We’ve published a photo gallery from the event , full of real emotions, people, and the spirit of a true street celebration. You can view it here: https://ww

In Orihuela, Holy Week 2026 places music at the center of the celebration. Alongside processions, sacred music concerts take place across the city. Music at the heart of the celebration Key participants include: ACAMDO — Nazareno of the Year 2026 Banda Auxilium — main band Cantores de la Pasión — traditional vocal groups Local music unions Updated schedule Saturday, March 28 Holy Week processions with musical accompaniment Night performances in churches Sunday, March 29 (Palm

The full renovation of Dique de Levante, one of Torrevieja’s most iconic waterfront spaces, has been completed. The promenade will fully reopen to the public this Saturday, March 28. The City Council has officially received the works after a comprehensive transformation of the area. What has changed The renovation included: complete new pavement Improved pedestrian routes upgraded safety elements installation of efficient public lighting The new lighting enhances both visibil

Authorities in Torrevieja have shut down five cannabis clubs suspected of being involved in drug trafficking. Operation Several searches were carried out by the Guardia Civil. What are cannabis clubs They are private non-profit associations based on the right of association. There is no specific law regulating them, and their legality is based on court rulings. Legal conditions They must: operate as closed groups avoid advertising limit use to members have no commercial purpo

Spain will switch to daylight saving time on the night of March 28–29, 2026. At 2:00 AM, clocks will move forward to 3:00 AM. That day will have only 23 hours. How it works There are two changes each year: spring: clocks go forward autumn: clocks go back Next change: October 25. Why it exists The goal is to adapt schedules to daylight and save energy. Savings are estimated at around 5%, though debated. Health effects Even a one-hour shift impacts the body: sleep disruption fa

A violent incident was prevented near a school entrance in Orihuela. Local police arrested a man in his 40s suspected of attempted robbery with violence. According to the local council, the situation was quickly brought under control. What happened The incident occurred in the morning as students were arriving at school. Quick response The suspect was detained at the scene. Not an isolated case Such incidents are rare but do occur. In 2025, a student in Valencia was seriously

A family is under investigation in Guardamar del Segura for allegedly selling illegal substances through a CBD shop. The operation was carried out by the Guardia Civil. Seized items over 7 kg of marijuana cannabis resin The shop was sealed. How it worked Authorities believe the shop may have been used as a cover to sell products exceeding legal CBD limits. CBD vs THC CBD is non-psychoactive and legal under restrictions. THC is psychoactive and illegal. If THC exceeds legal li

A suspect has been arrested in Spain in connection with a murder that took place earlier in Torrevieja. The operation was carried out by the Guardia Civil at Murcia Region Airport as the individual attempted to leave the country. The case relates to a previously reported incident in which a Czech national was shot dead on the coast. https://www.torreviejactual.com/post/matan-a-tiros-en-torrevieja-a-un-exmilitar-checo-investigado-por-el-asesinato-de-un-irland%C3%A9s What is k

In the coming days, ground handling staff strikes are expected across Spanish airports, potentially affecting key hubs including Alicante-Elche. According to available information, two major operators are involved: Groundforce and Menzies, responsible for check-in, baggage handling and aircraft services. 📍 Affected airports Madrid (Barajas), Barcelona (El Prat), Malaga (Costa del Sol), Alicante (Alicante-Elche), Palma de Mallorca, Valencia, Bilbao, Ibiza and the Canary Islan

A statement published in the business newspaper Expansión has sparked discussion among tourism experts: the best tourism model today is neither Benidorm nor Torrevieja. At first glance, this may seem provocative. However, it reflects a deeper transformation taking place across European tourism. Benidorm has long been the symbol of mass tourism. It is a high-density city with vertical development, a strong hotel infrastructure and a massive flow of visitors. This model has pro

In Orihuela Costa an increasingly worrying question is being raised: what happens if a serious medical emergency occurs at night? The concern is based on concrete facts: in the coastal area of the municipality, the advanced life support emergency service (SAMU) has for a long time not operated 24 hours a day, but only approximately from 9:30 to 21:30. This means that at night there may be no specialised emergency unit available locally. 45-minute response in a cardiac arrest

Residents of Orihuela saw a bright fireball crossing the sky at around 22:54. Eyewitness reactions People described it as: “A flash like daylight” “I thought it was an explosion” “A very bright shooting star” Some even speculated it could be a missile. What it was A bolide , a meteor burning in the atmosphere. Is it rare? Not really — such events happen every year. Folklore People make wishes when seeing shooting stars. Conclusion A short but memorable event. 📸 Image: MeteOr

The municipality of Torrevieja has approved a new concession to improve traffic and urban management. A specialized company will manage traffic systems and data, under city supervision. What is SACCT SACCT is a traffic control system that: monitors traffic manages signals detects congestion informs about road closures Air quality impact Better traffic flow means fewer emissions and improved air quality. Agenda Urbana 2030 Torrevieja follows the Agenda Urbana 2030 strategy to:

In a residential complex in Orihuela, a conflict has erupted between neighbours due to aggressive dogs. The situation gained wide attention following a report by Cuatro on its program En boca de todos . According to the affected residents, this is not an isolated case but a series of repeated incidents. Locals claim that the dogs behave aggressively, while the owners do not always comply with control measures. Leash and control: where the violation begins In Spain, a dog in a

The municipality of Torrevieja collected significantly more revenue from fines in 2025 than initially budgeted. According to official data, income exceeded projections by approximately 69% . The increase is mainly due to traffic violations detected by four fixed speed cameras , as well as a rise in parking fines linked to a stronger police presence. A dual enforcement model has emerged: automated speed control through radars and on-ground monitoring of parking violations. Th

A quiet stretch of coastline near Barranco Rubio in Orihuela Costa became the scene of a tragedy when a 28-year-old man died after falling from a cliff approximately ten meters high . The incident occurred along the rocky coastline between Campoamor and Mil Palmeras beaches, an area known for scenic coastal paths and dramatic Mediterranean views. According to emergency services, the man fell from the cliff onto rocks near the shoreline. Patrols from the Guardia Civil, rescue

On the evening of March 13, 2026 , the quiet town of Albatera in the Vega Baja region became the scene of a shocking street fight. The incident occurred around 6:30–6:40 PM on Calle Vicente Pardo. Emergency services received several calls reporting a violent confrontation between two men. When police arrived, they found one of the individuals sitting on the pavement with a screwdriver lodged in the left side of his head . Officers decided not to remove the object , as doing

Agriculture in the Vega Baja del Segura region has once again been affected by adverse weather conditions. According to the agricultural organization La Unió Llauradora i Ramadera , recent strong winds have caused significant damage across the Valencian agricultural sector. Preliminary estimates put the losses at more than €26 million . Vegetable crops and artichoke plantations — one of the region’s most iconic agricultural products — were among the most affected. Strong win

The City Council of Torrevieja has awarded the new urban transport service contract to Avanza Movilidad Levante S.L. , which will operate the city’s bus network for the next 10 years . According to Federico Alarcón , secretary of the Local Government Board, the company’s offer represents an 18% reduction compared with the original tender budget of €82.7 million . The municipal subsidy for the entire contract period will amount to approximately €67.8 million . More routes and