News
Daily editorial summaries of regional news from Alicante province — weather, traffic, fiestas, property and expat life. Spanish sources, English digest.
- General · torrevieja
Man who killed his ex-partner's cat through vicarious violence arrested in Torrevieja
The National Police have arrested an individual in Torrevieja who had been convicted of vicarious violence after killing his ex-partner's cat, in order to execute the accepted deportation sentence.
- Traffic
More than 5 kilometres of tailbacks on the AP-7 due to accident in La Vila
An accident on the AP-7 at the height of La Vila causes more than 5 kilometres of queues this Tuesday morning. Other incidents are also recorded on roads across the province.
- Weather · alicante
Clear and sunny weather in Alicante this Tuesday 9th June
Alicante will enjoy mostly clear skies and a sunny, pleasant atmosphere throughout Tuesday.
- General · denia
Relatives of Dénia resident murdered 33 years ago protest at police station demanding justice
The relatives of Juan, murdered 33 years ago in Dénia, stormed the Policía Nacional station demanding justice after decades without the case being solved.
- General · villajoyosa
New access to La Vila Hospital reduces journeys from the south by over 4 km
Direct access from the N-332 to Hospital Marina Baixa is now operational, shortening the journey by 4.4 kilometres for users from the south of the comarca.
- Property · orihuela
Orihuela auctions three plots on the Costa for 255 homes and expects to raise 21.6 million
Orihuela Council has put three municipal plots on the Costa up for public auction that will allow the construction of 255 homes, with an expected minimum income of 21.6 million euros.
- General · alicante
Vectalia receives Assolir Award for its sustainability strategy in Alicante
The public transport group Vectalia has been honoured with the first Assolir Award for its commitment to decarbonising mobility in the province of Alicante.
- General · alicante
Dr Enrique de Madaria receives the Balmis 2026 award from the Rotary Club de Alicante
Alicante doctor Enrique de Madaria was honoured with the Balmis 2026 award, a recognition presented by the Rotary Club de Alicante.
- Fiestas · alicante
Long queues at Alicante bullring to buy tickets for Hogueras de San Juan bullfighting fair
Ticket sales for the Hogueras de San Juan bullfighting fair generate great anticipation with extensive queues of fans at the Alicante bullring.
- General
Toy industry association requests protection for the 'Muñeca de Onil' as a Geographical Indication
The Spanish Association of Toy Manufacturers is asking the Generalitat Valenciana to declare the 'Muñeca de Onil' as a Protected Geographical Indication.
- General
El Campello installs adapted beach flags for colour-blind people
El Campello advances in inclusivity with the installation of beach flags designed specifically for people with colour blindness.
- Traffic · orihuela, elche
Complicated traffic in Alicante: accidents in Orihuela and Elche, road closures in Agost and Crevillent
Monday 8th June morning sees multiple traffic incidents across the province, with accidents and delays on several main roads.
- General · torrevieja
Health Department awards expansion of haemodialysis service at Torrevieja Hospital for €724,000
The Regional Ministry of Health has awarded the works to expand the haemodialysis service at Torrevieja University Hospital for €724,000, achieving a saving of €54,000 on the initial price.
- General · javea
Xàbia closes cove due to rockfalls and risk of falls after years of accidents
The Ayuntamiento closes a popular cove known for reckless cliff jumping due to rockfalls and high risk of accidents.
- Property
House prices rise 12.9% year-on-year in first quarter
Housing in Spain appreciated by 12.9% year-on-year in the first quarter, with second-hand properties registering growth rates exceeding those of the property bubble.
- Weather · santa pola
Santa Pola to enjoy clear skies this Monday 8th June
The weather forecast for Santa Pola this Monday indicates mostly clear conditions, perfect for outdoor activities.
- Weather · alicante
Weather forecast for Alicante: clear skies this Monday 8th June
Alicante will enjoy mostly clear skies today, offering pleasant conditions for outdoor activities.
- Fiestas · alicante
Alicante folklore takes over Avenida de la Constitución on the eve of Hogueras
Avenida de la Constitución hosted a showcase of Alicante's most emblematic traditions ahead of the official start of Hogueras.
- General
Xixona to cover municipal swimming pool for year-round use
Xixona Town Council is planning to cover the sports centre swimming pool to enable year-round use, responding to a long-standing demand from local residents.
- General
New seismic fault system discovered in the Alboran Sea capable of generating major earthquakes
Scientists detect an emerging fault system between Málaga, Almería and Melilla that could develop to produce significant earthquakes in the future.
- Fiestas · alicante
The traditions of Alicante's Hogueras de San Juan that have been lost in nearly a century
Since its foundation in 1928, Alicante's Hogueras de San Juan has evolved with new events whilst other traditions have disappeared over 98 years.
- Weather · alicante
The weather in Alicante: clear skies this Sunday 7th June
Alicante will enjoy a mostly clear Sunday, ideal for outdoor activities.
- Fiestas · alicante
Conflict between hospitality owner, Ayuntamiento and Federació over occupation of Luceros during mascletás
A hospitality business owner in Alicante is facing off against the Ayuntamiento and Federació de Fogueres over the management of space in Luceros square during the Hogueras mascletás.
- Fiestas · alicante
Controversy in Luceros over terraces during Hogueras mascletás
Controversy has arisen in Alicante's Luceros square over the use of hospitality terraces during the Hogueras mascletás.