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Daily editorial summaries of regional news from Alicante province — weather, traffic, fiestas, property and expat life. Spanish sources, English digest.
- Fiestas · alicante
Crowds celebrate the first major night of the Hogueras de Alicante
Thousands of people filled the streets of Alicante in the early hours of Sunday morning, demonstrating the enthusiasm for the Hogueras de Alicante festivities.
- Property · elche
Phase 1 of La Hoya completed with homes and commercial units under construction, 45% of urban plan
The first phase of the urban plan for La Hoya in Elche has concluded, representing 45% of the total project with homes and commercial areas already under construction.
- Fiestas · alicante
More than 600 runners tour Alicante visiting nine hogueras: 'The Fiesta isn't just night-time and alcohol'
Three groups with more than 600 runners crossed Alicante from the Ayuntamiento to PAU 2, visiting nine hogueras on a route that combines sport and the Hogueras de San Juan festivities.
- Fiestas · elche
Misteri d'Elx announces standard bearer and electees for August 2026 performances
The Governing Board of the Patronato del Misteri d'Elx has presented the individuals who will hold honorary positions in the 2026 performances.
- Fiestas · elche
Flag Bearer and Elected Representatives for 2026 Appointed in Elche
The festive roles of Flag Bearer and Elected Representatives have been designated for the 2026 celebrations in Elche.
- Weather · santa pola
Santa Pola will have mostly clear skies this Sunday 21st June
Santa Pola will enjoy a mostly clear day today, ideal for outdoor activities.
- Weather
Can the body be trained to better withstand high temperatures during the heatwave?
Summer 2026 begins this Sunday with the season's first heatwave, raising questions about the body's adaptation to extreme heat.
- Weather · alicante
Weather forecast in Alicante for today, Sunday 21st June: clear skies and highs up to 33 degrees
Alicante will enjoy a mostly clear day today with temperatures between 24 and 33 degrees Celsius.
- Fiestas · alicante
Drone aerial images show Alicante's 2026 Hoguera Oficial
A drone video offers a spectacular aerial perspective of the Hoguera Oficial for the Hogueras de San Juan 2026 festivities in Alicante.
- Fiestas · alicante
The 12 Special Category Hogueras of Alicante 2026
Photo gallery showcases the twelve Special Category hogueras competing in this year's Hogueras de San Juan festivities in Alicante.
- Fiestas · alicante
Spectacular show of 150 drones conquers Alicante's sky during Hogueras
The port of Alicante hosted a space-inspired drone show on Saturday as part of the Hogueras de San Juan programme.
- Property
Effective trick to stop draughts coming through closed windows
Many homes suffer from air leaks through poorly adjusted windows. A simple method allows you to improve the seal without needing to replace the fittings.
- Fiestas · alicante
Harmony of the Seas cruise passengers discover Alicante's Hogueras: 'They're incredible'
The Harmony of the Seas cruise ship docked in Alicante with 5,479 passengers who encountered the Hogueras for the first time, expressing great admiration for the ephemeral art.
- Fiestas · alicante
Mercado Central celebrates second prize in children's category at Alicante's Hogueras 2026
The Mercado Central hoguera experienced moments of great joy upon receiving second prize in the children's category at Hogueras 2026.
- Fiestas · alicante
Foguerer Carolinas achieves third prize in the children's category at Hogueras 2026
The Foguerer Carolinas hoguera has secured a podium position in the children's category with a work by Miriam García, after finishing in seventh place last year.
- Fiestas · alicante
Official Hoguera 2026 Faces Criticism: 'It's the Same Every Year'
Pedro Espadero's ninots for the 2026 Official Hoguera spark divided opinions amongst the Alicante public.
- General · elche
UMH in Elche drives innovative healthcare and biotechnology projects at its Start-up Marathon
The 15th Start-up Creation Marathon at Miguel Hernández University recognises projects including an early Parkinson's detection kit and biotechnology platforms.
- Fiestas · alicante
Best photos from Saturday 20th June's mascletà in Alicante
Photo gallery of the mascletà held this Saturday at the Hogueras de San Juan in Alicante.
- Fiestas · alicante
Fogueres de Sant Joan launches 'Amics del Doctor' project to debate the festival
The Hogueras de San Juan festival in Alicante is launching a new debate forum called 'Amics del Doctor' which will begin in September.
- Traffic · alicante
Special bus routes and changes to services for Hogueras de San Juan in Alicante
During Hogueras de San Juan in Alicante there will be special and night bus routes, along with modifications to urban and interurban services to facilitate access to the monuments.
- General
The CHS receives recognition from the King for its centenary
The Confederación Hidrográfica del Segura has been recognised by King Felipe VI upon reaching one hundred years since its creation.
- Weather · santa pola
Santa Pola to have a mostly cloudy Saturday with high clouds
Santa Pola will experience a day today, 20th June, dominated by high clouds that will cover the sky for most of the day.
- Weather · alicante
Weather in Alicante today, Saturday 20th June: clear skies and pleasant temperatures
Alicante will enjoy mostly clear skies and pleasant temperatures this Saturday 20th June, ideal for outdoor activities.
- Fiestas · alicante
Vilau, Casado and Cuartero carried shoulder-high in brilliant opening of Hogueras de Alicante
The pyrotechnic companies Vilau, Casado and Cuartero triumphed at the inauguration of the Hogueras de San Juan in Alicante, being carried shoulder-high after their spectacular displays.