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News – Euro Weekly News https://euroweeklynews.com News and views since 1998 Tue, 16 Apr 2024 06:56:56 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.2 https://euroweeklynews.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/cropped-EuroWeeklyNews-Favicon-2-60x60.png News – Euro Weekly News https://euroweeklynews.com 32 32 Family bike tour: free community event https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/16/family-bike-tour-free-community-event/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/16/family-bike-tour-free-community-event/#respond Tue, 16 Apr 2024 06:55:37 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=474969 Sant Joan and El Campello prepare for a cycling adventure with the inaugural ‘Volta en bici’ (bike tour) between the two towns on April 21st. Cyclists of all ages are welcome to join in this family-friendly event, featuring a picturesque route spanning 13.7 kilometers. The ‘Volta en bici’ is crafted as a non-competitive and complimentary community gathering, fostering an atmosphere where…

]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/16/family-bike-tour-free-community-event/feed/ 0 Fashion Show and Clothes Swap https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/16/fashion-show-and-clothes-swap/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/16/fashion-show-and-clothes-swap/#respond Tue, 16 Apr 2024 06:35:33 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=474967 Come to the Fashion Show at Havana´s Beach Club on May 4 to exchange your unwanted clothes for pre-loved pieces for the summer. This spring´s fashion show will mark the 9th edition of Daadi Clothes Swaps; the founder, Lauren Staton revealed: “This will be the biggest swap I´ve ever held.” Since Lauren announced her upcoming event, she has been flooded with vibrant spring and summer clothes…

]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/16/fashion-show-and-clothes-swap/feed/ 0 Megayacht in Marbella https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/16/megayacht-in-marbella/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/16/megayacht-in-marbella/#respond Tue, 16 Apr 2024 06:00:37 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=474962 The mega-yacht Lady Moura, 105 metres long and considered one of the most luxurious yachts in the world, has revisited Marbella and its presence has been visible from the promenade. The season for luxury yachts is starting in Marbella, even though there is no place for them to dock they still visit the town, anchor off the coast and the guests come ashore via shuttles. The Lady Moura…

]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/16/megayacht-in-marbella/feed/ 0 Cudeca results for 2023 https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/16/cudeca-results-for-2023/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/16/cudeca-results-for-2023/#respond Tue, 16 Apr 2024 05:46:56 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=474959 On Thursday April 11, Cudeca reported on the foundation’s 2023 results in a presentation at their Hospice Centre in Benalmádena. Rafael Olalla, Deputy Chief Executive and Financial Director, reported on the financial results of 2023: expenditure of €6.5 million and income of €6.8 million have produced a surplus of €269,000. “This is another year in which costs have been covered…

]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/16/cudeca-results-for-2023/feed/ 0 “Less pills, more shoes” group walks https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/16/less-pills-more-shoes-group-walks/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/16/less-pills-more-shoes-group-walks/#respond Tue, 16 Apr 2024 05:46:37 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=474957 La Nucia´s “Less pills, more shoes” group walks have returned after taking rest time during the Holy Week of Sant Vicent. This healthy group walk is held weekly for one hour and invites people of all ages to join, promoting a healthier and happier lifestyle to the community. On the morning of April 15, La Nucia´s Health Centre nurses, the Primary Care Nursing Directorate of the Marina Baixa…

]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/16/less-pills-more-shoes-group-walks/feed/ 0 World Padel in La Nucia https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/16/world-padel-in-la-nucia/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/16/world-padel-in-la-nucia/#respond Tue, 16 Apr 2024 05:14:51 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=474955 Once again, La Nucia stands out as a global sports centre, uniting top athletes from across the world to compete in the III Veterans Padel World Cup. From April 15 until April 20, 600 representatives of men and women from 20 countries, are coming together to challenge each other in an immersive padel match. The athletes and the local community gathered for the opening ceremony at the Muixara…

]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/16/world-padel-in-la-nucia/feed/ 0 New skatepark opens in Marbella https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/15/new-skatepark-opens-in-marbella/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/15/new-skatepark-opens-in-marbella/#respond Mon, 15 Apr 2024 20:04:08 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=474847 Marbella has a new 6,600 square metre skatepark, “which is the largest in Andalucia for free use and probably one of the best in Spain”. This was reported by the Mayor, Ángeles Muñoz, who visited the facilities after the completion of the works. Councillor for Works, Diego López, said that the park, “has space for skateboarding, BMX, rollerblading and scootering, which are becoming increasingly…

]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/15/new-skatepark-opens-in-marbella/feed/ 0 Counterfeit leather goods seized https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/15/counterfeit-leather-goods-seized/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/15/counterfeit-leather-goods-seized/#respond Mon, 15 Apr 2024 19:49:25 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=474842 Officers of the National Police have seized over 800 counterfeit leather goods, on sale in a shop in Marbella, which reproduced the logos of luxury brands. National Police said in a statement that the operation resulted in the arrest of two people, a woman who ran the business, and a man, based in the province of Cadiz, who supplied the merchandise. The investigation was started following a…

]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/15/counterfeit-leather-goods-seized/feed/ 0 Tarbeta fire continues https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/15/tarbeta-fire-continues/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/15/tarbeta-fire-continues/#respond Mon, 15 Apr 2024 19:13:33 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=474947 The Military Emergency Unit has now been called to Tarbeta to aid the local firefighters as they continue battling the municipal crisis. Within 48 hours, seven wildfires covered the Marina Alta region, ranging in size; the Tarbeta municipality was affected the most. On Sunday, April 14, a fire was recorded in Serra de Ferrer in Tarbeta, between the Coll de Rates and Jalon. The main roads…

]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/15/tarbeta-fire-continues/feed/ 0 Habitation Certificate to be scrapped https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/15/habitation-certificate-to-be-scrapped/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/15/habitation-certificate-to-be-scrapped/#respond Mon, 15 Apr 2024 19:10:05 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=474948 The Government is considering doing away with habitation certificate (‘cédula d’habitabilidad’). These have not been required in Andalucia since 1987, nor in Ibiza since 2022. This measure may be included in the administrative simplification decree expected to be announced by the end of this month. The aim is to streamline processes, as they are duplicated at present. Not only is a…

]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/15/habitation-certificate-to-be-scrapped/feed/ 0 Free tickets for Selwo Adventure Park https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/15/free-tickets-for-selwo-adventure-park/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/15/free-tickets-for-selwo-adventure-park/#respond Mon, 15 Apr 2024 18:31:22 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=474838 Estepona Town Hall is once again giving out invitations to all residents for Selwo Adventure Park free of charge. This initiative is possible thanks to a collaboration agreement signed between the Council and Parques Reunidos, the company that manages the zoo. As was the case last year, the procedure for obtaining entry will be via a code that those interested enter on the Selwo Aventura website…

]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/15/free-tickets-for-selwo-adventure-park/feed/ 0 Barcelona antiques dealer arrested for smuggling https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/15/barcelona-antiques-dealer-arrested-for-smuggling/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/15/barcelona-antiques-dealer-arrested-for-smuggling/#respond Mon, 15 Apr 2024 18:05:25 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=474942 A Barcelona antique dealer has been arrested, accused of engaging in smuggling, money laundering, and the forgery of documents, following the seizure of an Egyptian sculpture from 1450 BC. The arrest occurred in Barcelona where the dealer allegedly sold an ancient Egyptian sculpture for €190,000. The piece, a head dating back to around 1450 BC, was seized during a transaction at the annual…

]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/15/barcelona-antiques-dealer-arrested-for-smuggling/feed/ 0 Moving mountains of bureaucracy https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/15/moving-mountains-of-bureaucracy/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/15/moving-mountains-of-bureaucracy/#respond Mon, 15 Apr 2024 17:58:38 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=474943 The seasonal ban on lighting fires has been brought forward two weeks following several minor incidents. The forests are 75 per cent denser than they were in the 1950s because the land is not being maintained, which along with unusual weather events increases the risk of fires. Antoni Solivelles Estrany, mayor of Lluc and Director of the Serra de Tramuntana at the Consell de Mallorca…

]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/15/moving-mountains-of-bureaucracy/feed/ 0 Dozens of dead sharks found off Basque coast https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/15/dozens-of-dead-sharks-found-off-basque-coast/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/15/dozens-of-dead-sharks-found-off-basque-coast/#respond Mon, 15 Apr 2024 17:36:21 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=474939 A recent disturbing discovery off the coast of the Basque Country has raised serious concerns about the devastating effects of fishing nets. On a recent dive near the Gipuzkoa port of Getaria, two photographers from the Real Sociedad Underwater team encountered a heart-breaking scene. The discovery was made on Sunday, April 14, when dozens of dead sharks, identified as common cat sharks…

]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/15/dozens-of-dead-sharks-found-off-basque-coast/feed/ 0 200 swimmers in Marbella https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/15/200-swimmers-in-marbella/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/15/200-swimmers-in-marbella/#respond Mon, 15 Apr 2024 17:20:18 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=474831 On Sunday April 21, from 11am onwards, more than 200 swimmers will meet in the El Cable Ciudad de Marbella Winter Crossing. A sporting event, which was originally scheduled for March but had to be postponed due to the bad weather. Participants will face a challenging 2,000 metre course in the shape of a triangle, with the El Cable Tower as the main point. The activity will begin with the…

]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/15/200-swimmers-in-marbella/feed/ 0 Animal Advocacy: Costa Calida reader feedback https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/15/animal-advocacy-costa-calida-reader-feedback/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/15/animal-advocacy-costa-calida-reader-feedback/#respond Mon, 15 Apr 2024 17:19:38 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=474934 THE great debate, the question of whether animals are more deserving of support than humans often sparks heated discussions. While some argue that animals, being voiceless and vulnerable, deserve special attention others say that human needs should always take precedence. We took to the streets of the Costa Calida to talk to the Euro Weekly News readers directly. Margaret from Birmingham but…

]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/15/animal-advocacy-costa-calida-reader-feedback/feed/ 0 Association in Almeria is looking for foster families https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/15/association-in-almeria-is-looking-for-foster-families/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/15/association-in-almeria-is-looking-for-foster-families/#respond Mon, 15 Apr 2024 16:57:03 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=474890 The Association Amigos del Sahara de Almeria is looking for foster families for the months of July and August. In collaboration with Almeria Town Hall, the Diputacion of Almeria and the town hall of Roquetas del Mar, they are hoping to find as many foster families as possible. This summer, welcome a new member into your family, and help one of the Saharaui children spend some time away from…

]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/15/association-in-almeria-is-looking-for-foster-families/feed/ 0 Estepona Park opens https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/15/estepona-park-opens/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/15/estepona-park-opens/#respond Mon, 15 Apr 2024 16:45:07 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=474825 The new retail centre, Estepona Park opened its doors on Thursday April 11 with a first wave of shops, which includes Kiwoko, Sprinter, PrimaPrix and Veritas. In July in a second phase, other shops, a gym, Flipajump and a KFC branch will open. The shops already open now are: Veritas, an organic supermarket chain. Its stock is certified organic, sustainable, fair trade, and the company is…

]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/15/estepona-park-opens/feed/ 0 Generous donation to Children’s Hospital https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/15/generous-donation-to-childrens-hospital/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/15/generous-donation-to-childrens-hospital/#respond Mon, 15 Apr 2024 16:33:20 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=474928 Following months of collecting money, the All Aloud Community Choir took a positive step to help cheer up and entertain sick children. On the morning of Friday 12 April Andy and Donna Walker, from the Community Choir All Aloud, delivered toys valued at more than €600 to the Children’s Ward at the La Immaculada Hospital in Huercal Overa. The donation was paid for from funds raised at the…

]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/15/generous-donation-to-childrens-hospital/feed/ 0 DGT’s week-long speed awareness campaign https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/15/dgts-week-long-speed-awareness-campaign/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/15/dgts-week-long-speed-awareness-campaign/#respond Mon, 15 Apr 2024 16:30:42 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=474921 In 2023 an alarming 211 fatal accidents involving excessive speed were reported by Spain’s Directorate General of Traffic (DGT). On Monday, April 15, the DGT launched a week-long speed control campaign across Spain, highlighting the continued importance of obeying speed limits. Francisco Jose Ruiz Boada, Deputy Director General of Mobility and Technology Management, emphasised the necessity of…

]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/15/dgts-week-long-speed-awareness-campaign/feed/ 0 Margaret Riordan Takes Torrox by Storm https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/15/margaret-riordan-takes-torrox-by-storm/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/15/margaret-riordan-takes-torrox-by-storm/#respond Mon, 15 Apr 2024 16:24:02 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=474925 MARGARET Riordan, a self-taught artist hailing from Bristol, has been making a significant mark in the art world from Somerset to Torrox, where she splits her time and has done so for nearly 25 years. Having retired from a career in secretarial and administrative roles, Riordan found her passion in painting and has since sold over 500 pieces of her work across the UK, Europe, and beyond.

]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/15/margaret-riordan-takes-torrox-by-storm/feed/ 0 Torrevieja: Exploring Europe’s eagle owl haven https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/15/torrevieja-exploring-europes-eagle-owl-haven/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/15/torrevieja-exploring-europes-eagle-owl-haven/#respond Mon, 15 Apr 2024 16:14:43 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=474724 In the southwest area of Torrevieja lagoon, within the protected Sierra Escalona and Dehesa de Campoamor, you’ll find one of Europe’s highest concentrations of eagle owl pairs. This region is perfect for them to reproduce because of its diverse ecosystem. The rough landscape with cliffs and gullies offers great spots for nesting, and there are plenty of rabbits for food. The soft…

]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/15/torrevieja-exploring-europes-eagle-owl-haven/feed/ 0 Malaga airport breaks records (again!) https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/15/malaga-airport-breaks-records-again/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/15/malaga-airport-breaks-records-again/#respond Mon, 15 Apr 2024 16:12:20 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=474922 Malaga airport exceeds 4.5 million passengers and closes the first quarter of 2024 with record-breaking figures. Up to March 2024, the airport registered over 20 per cent more passengers and almost 15 per cent more flights than in the same period in 2023. It is the airport with the highest passenger growth among all the major airports in Spain said AENA, the airport’s operating company…

]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/15/malaga-airport-breaks-records-again/feed/ 0 Step into spring: Orihuela’s Seniors on the Move walk https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/15/step-into-spring-orihuelas-seniors-on-the-move-walk/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/15/step-into-spring-orihuelas-seniors-on-the-move-walk/#respond Mon, 15 Apr 2024 16:11:10 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=474704 Orihuela has confirmed the upcoming “Mayores en Marcha” (Seniors on the Move Walk) scheduled for April 24 at 10:00.AM. Agustina Rodríguez, the Councillor for Social Welfare, emphasised that this initiative aims to foster social interaction and active ageing among older residents of Orihuela. She noted the increasing participation in this annual event, which reflects the community’s enthusiasm…

]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/15/step-into-spring-orihuelas-seniors-on-the-move-walk/feed/ 0 Celebrate St George’s Day on April 23 https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/15/celebrate-st-georges-day-on-april-23/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/15/celebrate-st-georges-day-on-april-23/#respond Mon, 15 Apr 2024 15:47:58 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=474919 If you happen to be in Trafalgar Square, London on Sunday April 21, then prepare to witness celebrations of all that is perceived as being quintessentially English. It might be two days before St George’s Day on April 23 but the iconic square, will for the 17th time turn red and white in honour of England’s Patron Saint. There will be Sea Shanty’s, Morris Dancing, a photo opportunity with…

]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/15/celebrate-st-georges-day-on-april-23/feed/ 0 Scorpion season hits Spain https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/15/scorpion-season-hits-spain/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/15/scorpion-season-hits-spain/#respond Mon, 15 Apr 2024 15:44:13 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=474911 With Spain basking in unusually high temperatures since April, scorpions that are typically seen in mid-summer have started emerging earlier than usual. Spain is home to seven native scorpion species that are spread across the mainland and the archipelagos, plus there are at least two exotic species introduced from other ecosystems. According to the Ministry for the Ecological Transition…

]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/15/scorpion-season-hits-spain/feed/ 0 Young Performers Competition https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/15/young-performers-competition/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/15/young-performers-competition/#respond Mon, 15 Apr 2024 15:40:49 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=474823 The Mayor of Estepona, José María García Urbano, has launched the Young Performers Competition for children under the age of 13 ‘Ciudad de Estepona’ to promote and encourage culture and art among young people and with the aim of helping future artists in musical performance. The national competition will be held on Saturday May 25 (the semi-finals at Colegio San José) and Sunday May 26 (the…

]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/15/young-performers-competition/feed/ 0 News in Brief – Costa Blanca North https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/15/news-in-brief-costa-blanca-north-54/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/15/news-in-brief-costa-blanca-north-54/#respond Mon, 15 Apr 2024 15:27:56 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=474917 Local Police Benidorm welcomed 700 police agents from 20 cities across Spain for the National Congress of Local Police. From April 12 until April 14, presentations and exhibitions were held, challenging the issues faced by police and developing new safety measures. Schools awarded The Norske Skole Costa Blanca and Sierra Bernia schools were awarded the Alfas 2024 Prize by the city’s mayor…

]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/15/news-in-brief-costa-blanca-north-54/feed/ 0 Spring Allergy forecast for Almeria https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/15/spring-allergy-forecast-for-almeria/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/15/spring-allergy-forecast-for-almeria/#respond Mon, 15 Apr 2024 15:24:11 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=474874 Spring is a lovely time of year with more daylight, pleasant temperatures hinting at summer, vibrant nature in fields and mountains, and fruit trees in full bloom. However, it can be tough for allergy sufferers, especially those sensitive to grass pollen, as its peak pollination season. Many seek help from health centres or specialists to identify allergens and find relief.

]]> https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/15/spring-allergy-forecast-for-almeria/feed/ 0 Costa del Sol scores a hole in one https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/15/costa-del-sol-scores-a-hole-in-one/ https://euroweeklynews.com/2024/04/15/costa-del-sol-scores-a-hole-in-one/#respond Mon, 15 Apr 2024 14:30:36 +0000 https://euroweeklynews.com/?p=474861 The Costa del Sol is one of the leading destinations for golf travellers according to the latest report by Travellyze, the cloud-based tourism analytics platform designed to match destinations with travellers. The information comes from biannual surveys of more than 20,000 travellers, with strategic representative samples ranging from 1,000 to 3,500 panellists per market, and helps Turismo Costa…

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