The Spanish National Meteorological Agency (AEMET) has issued an orange alert for heavy rain and thunderstorms on Sunday, December 14, 2025, in the southern part of Valencia province and northern Alicante, including the Vega Baja del Segura. According to AEMET, the meteorological emergency is linked to a front formed by the Borrasca "Emilia" storm, moving over northern Africa and approaching the east coast of Spain. 🔹 Dates and times of the alert: • The alert is activated on

A key Torrevieja project will be completed in early 2026. The renovation project for the building that will house the offices of the municipal water company, AGAMED, and new university departments will reach the final stretch early next year. According to the latest reports, full completion of construction is expected in the first quarter of 2026. This building, strategically located in a key location in Torrevieja, is crucial to the city's future development. In addition to

Just days before Christmas, a time filled with excitement, hope, and joy in every home—and especially for children—Agrícola Villena has successfully completed one of its most heartwarming charitable initiatives of the year. Today, the company delivered the toys collected thanks to the generosity of its employees to the Villena Red Cross. These employees wanted to do their part to ensure that no child in the town goes without a toy this holiday season. The campaign, launched b

• 📅 Date and time: Friday, December 12, 2025, 8:00 p.m. • 📍 Venue: Torrevieja International Auditorium, Torrevieja, Alicante. • 🎟️ Price: Tickets from €12. So, you know what to do: put on your best singing (or at least humming) hat, bring those shoes you can tap your toes in… and get ready for pop without stereotypes, reimagined with strings, winds, brass… and above all, a great time. What can you expect? • A program designed to captivate all kinds of audiences: pop lovers

TORREVIEJA — Police have detained a woman suspected of carrying out an armed attack on a group of people. The incident occurred last Tuesday evening in a popular resort area of ​​the city. (According to social media reports, the incident likely occurred in Punta Prima.) According to law enforcement, the events unfolded around 8:30 PM in an area with numerous restaurants and catering establishments. The woman, whose identity has not yet been released, allegedly used a bladed w

While some cities are quietly slipping into winter hibernation, Torrevieja is declaring a full-blown mobilization of festive spirit! The city council hasn't skimped on the small stuff, preparing over 40 events for anyone who wants to celebrate Christmas and New Year's in Mediterranean style. Get ready, you won't be bored! Starting Thursday, December 11th , a powerful campaign to support local businesses will kick off: stores will be decked out in poinsettias, and 30,000 st

Torrevieja, Alicante. December 9, 2025 — Guardia Civil agents in Torrevieja, Alicante, arrested a man and woman, presumably a couple, accused of 49 counts of fraud and four counts of identity theft. They had killed at least 53 people from various provinces across Spain. Both men were wanted and had over 60 outstanding warrants, including numerous search, arrest, and appearance orders. The investigation began in April, when Guardia Civil agents in Torrevieja noticed an unusual

Paella Day in Torrevieja: and it was something special! 🌞🍲 More than 80 teams gathered at Antonio Soria Park to prepare the best paella: music, laughter, incredible aromas and a sea of positivity. Don't miss the photos! A celebration of flavour and friendship in every frame! 📸✨ #DiaDeLaPaella #Torrevieja

Spain has entered the influenza epidemic phase. According to the latest data from the National Epidemiology Center (ISCIII) and media reports, in late November and early December 2025, flu rates are rising unusually early compared to previous seasons. The monthly influenza proxy index, estimated by ISCIII, increased from ~80.5 to 112.2 cases per 100,000 inhabitants in one week (SiVIRA/ISCIII data). European health authorities are calling for immediate vaccination. The ECDC re

Torrevieja City Council has approved a tender for the development of an underground parking project and the renovation of Plaza Encarnación Puchol in the La Mata neighborhood. According to the terms, the parking lot will occupy 3,802 m² and accommodate 126 cars; the total area of ​​improvements will exceed 4,500 m². The budget for the preliminary and detailed design is €217,512.43 (including VAT), and the completion period is six months. Following this, a tender for the const

On December 2, 2025, the city's cultural service, Cultura Torrevieja, presented its program of performances and concerts for the period January–April 2026. The presentation was led by Antonio Quesada (Consultant of Culture) and Manuel Esteban Moreno (Cultural Coordinator), along with the service's team. According to the city administration, in 2025, the two main cultural spaces—the Teatro Municipal de Torrevieja and the Auditorio Internacional de Torrevieja—held 190 performan

The III Mundialito de Fútbol "Ciudad de Torrevieja" will be held on December 6-7 at the Torrevieja City Sports Zone (Ciudad Deportiva). The tournament is organized by the Council for Convivencia and Integration (Concejalía de Convivencia e Integración) in cooperation with the PANGEA Office and the Council for Sports; the group draw took place on November 29 in the press room of the Tavi y Carmona Sports Palace. Twelve teams are participating in the tournament, representing Sp

On December 3, 2025, the Guardia Civil announced the closure of an illegal auto repair shop located near the Las Lagunas de la Mata Natural Park in Torrevieja. The hidden "garage" was discovered using drones—members of the Usecic Torrevieja special unit recorded suspicious activity, after which the information was passed on to the SEPRONA environmental unit. During a search of the workshop, 12 cars and two vans belonging to various owners (including foreigners, according to r

From December 6th to 8th, the Santa Barbara Castle in Alicante will host its traditional "Santa Barbara Under Two Flags" historical reenactment weekend. Organizers promise three days of free immersive events, theatrical battles, and themed areas that will occupy all levels of the fortress. The event coincides with December 4th – the feast day of Santa Barbara, after whom the fortress was named after its conquest in 1248. What visitors will see: Guests will be able to travel t

Brosh, a developer operating in Spain since 2011, has announced a major expansion. The company plans to increase construction volumes to 10,000 homes by 2026, actively acquiring new land. For small landlords in the regions of Torrevieja, Orihuela Costa, and throughout Vega Baja, this means potential shifts in supply and demand. Company Growth and Plans for 2026 Brosh currently operates in three key markets: Madrid, Barcelona, ​​and Malaga. They are already building approximat

The Valencian Region Ministry of Health (Conselleria de Sanidad de la Generalitat Valenciana) published a recruitment notice in the Official Gazette (DOGV) for 188 permanent positions in the Torrevieja Department of Health. The vacancies are for specialists with specialized medical training. Of these 188 positions, 132 are at the Torrevieja University Hospital, and 56 are in the Primary Health Service (Atención Primaria). The goal is "urgent, stable, and permanent" recruitmen

On December 1, 2025, the Guardia Civil reported the arrest of two young men (19 and 21 years old) in Torrevieja. They are suspected of committing 13 "snatch" (tirón) thefts on the city's streets in recent months. The arrests were made during an investigation following a series of complaints from victims. alicantediario.com+1 According to investigators, the perpetrators approached passersby, primarily elderly and vulnerable individuals, and abruptly removed their gold chains a

In Orihuela (Alicante Province), police conducted a large-scale operation in late November 2025, uncovering a group cultivating cannabis in indoor plantations. Hundreds of plants were discovered, and drugs and weapons were seized. Thirteen people were arrested—eight men and five women, aged between 23 and 66. Residents reportedly complained of a strong odor and the noise of fans coming from private homes, which aroused suspicion. In addition to marijuana, police also found co

A municipal nativity scene, or belén, has opened in Torrevieja's Plaza de la Constitución as part of the festivities surrounding the Purísima Concepción (Fiestas of the Immaculate Conception). According to organizers and local reports, the nativity scene features approximately 500 figures placed in the square and surrounding structures. The installation includes decorative water features and themed exhibits dedicated to the city's local history. The event is being held under

Torrevieja, December 1, 2025 . Torrevieja City Council has officially approved the tender for a new 10-year urban transport service contract worth €115,440,005 (excluding VAT) . The document has already been published, and companies have 40 days to submit their bids, with the deadline set for January 12, 2026. Double the number of buses and triple the number of staff The project entails a major modernization of public transport. The bus fleet will increase from 16 to 32 vehi

Pilar de la Horadada, November 28, 2025 — Local authorities have begun dismantling the El Varadero complex, located on Las Higuericas beach, after courts ruled that the facility was operating without a valid license. The complex, with an area of ​​approximately 20,000 m², opened in 2019 as a multifunctional sports and recreation center, with plans for a swimming pool, restaurant, fitness facilities, and beach sports. However, in the summer of 2021, the expansion plan, previou

The Alicante Civil Guard reported the neutralization of Spain's first industrial SIM card "farm" used for mass phone and SMS fraud. The operation, dubbed "Mosenic," resulted in the arrest of a 41-year-old man, who allegedly created and maintained a system that provided services to international cybercriminal groups. According to investigators, the infrastructure was capable of sending up to 2.5 million SMS messages per day and making calls impersonating official institutions,

The Spanish real estate market is experiencing an upswing. According to consulting firm Savills, real estate investment in Spain reached €11.8 billion in the first nine months of 2025, up 42% from the same period last year. By comparison, growth in Europe as a whole was only around 1.5%, making Spain the undisputed regional leader in market dynamics. The student housing and senior living segments are experiencing explosive growth in investor interest. Offices, hotels, retail,

Torrevieja has unveiled the design for a new day center for Alzheimer's patients, "Tomás Ballester Herrera," scheduled to be operational by mid-2027. The project was officially commissioned by the municipality: on September 12, 2025, the Torrevieja Municipality announced the award of a contract for the project's development, valued at €204,354.48 (including VAT), with a six-month completion period. The future building is planned for Sector 25, opposite the QuirónSalud Hospita