ALICANTE PROVINCE

Everything you need to know about sick leave in Spain, answered by employment lawyersFrom whether your boss can find out why you're off, to what happens to your holiday days, UGT's legal experts answer the questions people are actually asking Sick leave in Spain has been one of the most talked-about employment topics of the past.. 15/07/2026

Exotic reptile spotted on the loose on Alicante riverbankPolice in Sax have launched a search operation after reports of a small caiman near the Vinalopó River If you're out for a stroll along the Vinalopó River in Sax over the next few days, keep your eyes peeled for something a little.. 15/07/2026

Three earthquakes hit the Costa Blanca in 24 hoursTremors were felt in Torrevieja, Elche and off the coast of Benidorm Three separate earthquakes have struck the province of Alicante within the space of 24 hours, all measuring below magnitude 2 on the Richter scale.   The most recent hit.. 14/07/2026

Free things to do in Alicante this summer without spending a pennyYou don't need reservations or a big budget to make the most of the Costa Blanca this summer You don't need a massive budget or a packed itinerary to have a great summer in the province of Alicante. Sometimes all it takes is picking the right.. 14/07/2026

Cirque du Soleil is back in Alicante and the big top is already upKurios: Cabinet of Curiosities runs from July 16 to August 23 at Playa de San Juan, with up to ten shows a week If you've ever watched a Cirque du Soleil show and wondered how on earth they put it all together, the answer involves a lot of coordination.. 14/07/2026

What to do with all that water dripping from your air conditioning unitIt's not for drinking, but it turns out that AC water is handy for all sorts of other things Most people have their air-conditioning unit cranked up to the max at the moment, so you’ll probably have noticed the steady drip of water it produces.. 14/07/2026

Spain launches a new crackdown on drink and drug driving this week, and the numbers behind it make sobering readingAlcohol was present in 28% of all traffic accidents in 2024, and deaths involving drunk drivers rose 9% in a single year The DGT has launched a new week-long campaign targeting alcohol and drug use behind the wheel, running from Monday until Sunday July.. 14/07/2026

First case of West Nile virus this year confirmed in AlicanteCosta Blanca health officials say most cases occur between July and September when mosquito activity peaks Mosquitoes carrying West Nile virus   Health officials in the Valencian Community have confirmed the first case of West Nile virus.. 14/07/2026

Yes, the Spanish Christmas Lottery is already on sale and yes, it really is only JulyWith 162 days to go until the December 22 draw, tickets are already flying and this year's adverts are already turning heads People always say Christmas comes earlier every year, and here in Spain they might actually have a point. It's only Monday.. 13/07/2026

Man arrested in Orihuela over links to Swedish criminal networks that use children as hired killersThe Policía Nacional acted on a European arrest warrant after an investigation into organised crime groups involved in arms trafficking and violent attacks A man has been arrested in Orihuela following a joint operation between the Policí.. 13/07/2026

Decomposing body discovered on patio of Luxury Torrevieja villaThe homeowner raised the alarm after finding a bloodied and partially decomposed body in La Veleta The Guardia Civil are investigating after a body showing signs of violence was found inside a property in the exclusive La Veleta residential area of.. 13/07/2026

Summer of 2026 in Spain set to be the most expensive on record for cooling your homeHouseholds across Spain are feeling the pinch as air conditioning use collides with record electricity prices Staying cool this summer is costing Spanish households more than ever before. Back to back heatwaves have pushed demand for air conditioning.. 13/07/2026

Intense heat returns with thunderstorms possible inland: Alicante weather forecast July 13-16Temperatures are on the rise again, with some areas reaching up to 40°C before the chance of thunderstorms develops from Wednesday The week kicks off with rising temperatures and more heat alerts across Alicante province. Temperatures are expected.. 13/07/2026

Read the July edition of Home & Living magazine online nowWelcome to July and this month's issue of Home & Living In this edition we celebrate the very best of summer living. As always, our aim is to provide practical advice, fresh ideas and engaging articles that are useful in everyday life. From.. 13/07/2026

Spain's wildfires have already burned through more than 50,000 hectares this year, nearly 40% of the entire EU totalWith multiple blazes still active across Catalonia, Cádiz and Huelva, the scale of the crisis is growing by the day Spain is burning, and the numbers are stark. Wildfires have scorched 50,384 hectares across the country between January 1 and July.. 10/07/2026

New EU travel permit for Brits pushed back againThe €20 pre-travel authorisation for non-EU visitors is now unlikely to launch before 2027 For months, British travellers heading to Spain and other EU countries have been preparing for a series of new border controls. First came the Entry/Exit System.. 10/07/2026

Spanish wages fail to keep pace with inflation and rising cost of livingThe OECD says inflation has wiped out much of the benefit of recent pay rises, leaving many workers with less spending power than before the pandemic Spain has become one of Europe's fastest-growing economies, yet many workers are still finding..

Sorry to spoil it, but that cold caña is actually making you hotterSpanish nutritionists are urging people to rethink their summer drinking habits as temperatures soar across the country There are few things more tempting on a sweltering Spanish afternoon than a cheeky caña straight from the fridge. Ice cold.. 10/07/2026

Torrevieja has just been named a top family destinationThe city has received the Family Tourism Seal from the Spanish Federation of Large Families, recognising its beaches, nature and leisure offerings It has been a good week for Torrevieja. On Thursday, the city received the Family Tourism Seal from the.. 10/07/2026

Eight Kalashnikov rifles seized after high-speed police chase in AlicanteFour men with prior criminal records were arrested in Alicante after chase spilled into the Region of Murcia Police in Alicante ended up in a high-speed chase that stretched all the way into the Region of Murcia after officers spotted a car tearing.. 10/07/2026