Summary The Muelle Mínguez in Torrevieja will be restored at a cost of €1,456,890. Works to be completed by March 2025. The project aims to enhance the historical value of this significant port structure. The Muelle Mínguez dates back to…
Summary Seprona agents apprehended a fisherman for selling immature anchovies. Investigation initiated due to reports of illegal fish sales. 1.9 tons of immature anchovies seized. Possible fines up to 60,000 euros for the fisherman. Seprona Uncovers Illegal Sale of Immature…
Summary: Fishing vessel captain fined for selling immature anchovies. Investigators seize 1.9 tons of illegal fish. Possible penalties of up to €60,000 for non-compliance. Violates sustainability regulations in marine species. Conducted by Seprona under the Annual Fisheries Control Plan. Captain…
Summary: Carmen Gómez Candel, former councilor of Torrevieja, faces trial for alleged procurement irregularities. Allegations involve unilateral decision-making regarding contracts for the La Siesta park construction. The prosecution seeks an eleven-year disqualification for each accused for public office misconduct. The…
Summary Benidorm leads Alicante province in drug trafficking arrests during H1 2024. Drug-related crime in the city rose by 23.4% compared to the previous year. Over 40 times more drug cases than similar-sized cities in Spain. High tourism and a…
Summary Carmen Gómez Candel, former councilor of Parks and Gardens in Torrevieja, faces trial for irregularities in public contracts. The case involves the construction of a 40,000-square-meter park and allegations of prevarication. The Anti-Corruption Prosecutor seeks 11 years of disqualification…
Summary Alicante ranks third in Spain for foreign residents. The total foreign population in Alicante reached 888,156. Ukrainian and Colombian immigration is increasing, while British residents still dominate. Popular municipalities for foreigners include Torrevieja, Elche, and Benidorm. Educational statistics show…
Summary The Spanish government approves a second aid package for flood victims. Offices will be opened in affected municipalities for immediate assistance. Schools with no damage will reopen on November 11. Ford Almussafes resumes limited operations from Monday. Remembrance events…
Summary A 23-year-old Romanian man was arrested in Alicante for drug trafficking. The arrest was carried out by the National Police following a European Arrest Warrant. The suspect is accused of distributing substances like methadone and heroin between 2008 and…
Summary The PP’s absolute majority in Albatera approved a controversial increase in garbage rates to €155 per receipt. A €2.5 million loan was also approved for urban reforms and acquiring various properties. The Socialist party criticized this move as unfair…