Costa del Sol
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The Costa del Sol is a section of Spain that spans from Malaga to Cadiz. Since the 1920s it had been a popular area with tourists from Spain and earned its international acclaim in the 1950s. The Euro Weekly News is the longest running news source on the Costa del Sol, covering Estepona, Marbella, Mijas and Malaga breaking news.
Torremolinos residents clash over butchered trees
An online argument has erupted after trees are cut back in Torremolinos with residents calling the trees ‘butchered’. The heated social media argument began after...
Marbella local lad who hit international success at 17 now guides young football hopefuls in Costa del Sol
Yuri Ruh dos Santos knows the challenges young athletes face in such a highly competitive sport as football. He's been there, and learned the hard...
Age Care charity cava cruise & live music set to sell out in Sotogrande as final spaces remain
An Age Care charity event is setting sail to music, cava and stunning views from Sotogrande Marina on Sunday, May 3. Sea loving guests joining...
Two motorhomes destroyed in late-night Estepona inferno
Estepona emergency services rushed to Camino de Brijan during the early hours of Wednesday, April 29, following reports of a fierce vehicle fire. Local witnesses...
Benalmadena coast traffic changes. New layout near Bil Bil Castle to be aware of
Motorists heading up and down the Benalmadena coast must adapt to traffic changes immediately. A new layout near Bil Bil Castle, has been put in...
Mijas Council issues stern warning over feeding wild boars on Costa del Sol streets
Residents are being reminded to stop feeding wild boars in Mijas to protect public safety. Local police have received complaints of sightings of people feeding...
ONCE lottery brings €200,000 windfall to Marbella with ten winning tickets
A wave of excitement swept through a few households in Marbella after Spain’s ONCE lottery distributed an amazing €200,000 in prize money through ten winning...
Queen, Elvis and Donna Summer, Johnny G and Legends of the 1970s
Dust off those platform shoes, grab your flared jeans and get ready for a nostalgic treat as Salon Varietes Theatre in Fuengirola is preparing for...
Mark Waters of Mijas’ Sangria Furlo: Costa del Sol punk fever breaks out
Sangria Furlo are something of a revelation for southern Spain and belt out high-energy rock with punk attitude from their base in Mijas. Frontman Mark...
Summer home security tips for Marbella and San Pedro from residents with years of experience
Age Concern Marbella & San Pedro have been in touch to disseminate tried and tested ways to protect your property from opportunistic thieves this summer...
John Virgo Memorial Golf Day tickets are now on sale for Costa del Sol charity spectacular
Both golf and snooker fans can now book places for a special tribute event honouring one of the games' most popular figures. The charity golf...
Women-only group Not Just a Marbella Girl explodes in popularity on the Costa del Sol
Popular Costa del Sol radio presenter Selina MacKenzie launched Not Just a Marbella Girl three months ago as a free Facebook community for women living...
Fire destroys adapted motorcycles used by reduced mobility residents in Torremolinos
An early morning fire in the La Carihuela area of Torremolinos has destroyed two motorcycles adapted for people with reduced mobility, raising major concern in...
Mijas Sardinada 2026: Over 600 kg of free sardines on May 1 in La Cala
Everyone in Mijas can enjoy a classic coastal celebration this May Day, as the local council and community leaders are planning to distribute more than...