Costa News

Launched in 1971 by Brian Sumner, Costa Blanca News originated as an English-language section in the Ciudad newspaper in Alcoy. Due to its popularity, this single-page feature evolved into a full-fledged newspaper by 1973, marking the official establishment of Costa Blanca News. Over the years, it has flourished and was recognized with a nomination for Valencia’s Best Company award at the Nova Prizes in 2002. Published every Friday for just €2, Costa Blanca News reaches a readership of over 100,000. It is distributed from Almería to Castellón and is available at most major airports. The main office in Finestrat oversees the operations of several publications within the newsgroup, including Costa del Sol News, Costa Almería News, and Costa Levante News. Printed in a format of 243.5x330mm, Costa Blanca News features over 100 pages filled with local news from the Costa Blanca and nearby regions, all presented in English. The paper includes a variety of content tailored to different interests, such as a TV guide, useful information, and classified ads. The Costa Blanca News website offers a selection of news articles and features from the print edition, along with all classified listings. Updated daily, the site attracts thousands of visitors each day.

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Stop sign ignored

Jul 31, 2024 | costa-news.com | Dave Jones

Five people were injured in a collision in Torrevieja town centre this morning. Two of the victims are in a serious condition. A spokesperson for the local police force said the accident occurred at the junction of Calle Joaquín Chapaprieta and Calle Vicente Blasco Ibáñez. He noted that witnesses said one of the vehicles jumped a stop sign and smashed into another vehicle which was driving correctly. Two people were cut out of their car by the fire brigade.
Residents evacuated in forest fire

Jul 30, 2024 | costa-news.com | Dave Jones

A serious forest fire is affecting a mountainous area of inland Alicante province. More than 100 people have been evacuated from their homes in Penaguila. The blaze broke out at around 15.00 yesterday close to the water purification station in Benasau, where work was taking place. In their report at 08.00 this morning, the regional emergency services HQ stated that three aircraft are already working on the fire and they will be joined by four more.
Heat alerts issued

Jul 29, 2024 | costa-news.com | Dave Jones

Very hot weather is due to affect large swathes of Spain in the coming days. The whole of Alicante province is on alert for high temperatures tomorrow (Wednesday) and Thursday. State weather agency AEMET has placed the interior of the province on orange alert tomorrow as temperatures could reach 40c. And the same is forecast for Thursday when the mercury is due to hit 40c again in some inland areas of Alicante.
Briton arrested for attack on soldiers

Jul 28, 2024 | costa-news.com | Dave Jones

A 32-year-old Briton has been arrested at Alicante-Elche airport in connection with an attempted murder in Germany. The martial arts expert is accused of taking part in an unprovoked attack on two American soldiers as they came out of a restaurant. According to the international arrest warrant, he continued to hit the victims as they lay unconscious on the ground. The soldiers suffered serious injuries in the attack on June 2.
For those about to rock

Jul 25, 2024 | costa-news.com | Barry Wright

San Miguel de Salinas town hall has revealed that the Bargustra Rock festival will return to the municipality on Saturday, September 7. “September is already getting closer, and we are delighted to announce the return of Bargustra Rock. Prepare yourself for a day of music, fun and lots of rock! Don’t miss the opportunity to enjoy the best bands and an incredible atmosphere,” says the town hall.
Early grapes

Jul 24, 2024 | costa-news.com | Dave Jones

The grape harvest in La Mata is underway – one of the earliest ever. Traditionally the first to take place in Spain, the date for picking is moving forward year on year due the increasingly hot weather affecting the country. The grapes mature more quickly in the heat and this year the shortage of rainfall means that yield is set to be down on previous bumper crops.
Nest is best

Jul 23, 2024 | costa-news.com | Dave Jones

The loggerhead turtle nest site at La Mata beach has been fenced off. Signs from the town hall warn people not to enter the enclosure. Torrevieja town hall biologist Juan Antonio Pujol highlighted the importance of protecting the eggs. The loggerhead turtle mother came ashore at around 01.00 on Monday morning at La Mata. A couple of Belgian tourists had sounded the alarm at the Pura Vida beach bar and the turtle protocol was put into action after the emergency services were contacted.
Heat alert

Jul 23, 2024 | costa-news.com | Dave Jones

State weather agency AEMET has issued a special warning for heat in Spain this week – but Alicante is set to miss the worst of the episode. However, the north of the province has been placed on yellow alert today (Wednesday), where temperatures could rise to 38°C in the interior. The south of Valencia province is on orange alert as the mercury could hit 40°C, says AEMET. In Orihuela city a high of 37°C has been forecast. On the coast the sea breeze is set to keep the temperatures down.
Doing it for the kids

Jul 22, 2024 | costa-news.com | Barry Wright

The third Alfaz del Pi youth week which runs from August 5-9 is offering a variety of free activities for the municipality’s youngsters. Organised by the town hall to commemorate the United Nations’ International Youth Day on August 12, the main objective of the week is to promote different forms of healthy leisure amongst the younger population. Unless stated, all events take place at the culture centre.
Call for toll-free AP-7

Jul 22, 2024 | costa-news.com | Dave Jones

The provincial government has added its voice to the campaign to call for a toll-free AP-7 motorway in the south of Alicante province during the holiday season. They noted that currently the ‘only remaining stretch of motorway that has to be paid for in the whole of the Valencia region is the one between Los Montesinos and Villamartín-La Zenia’.