Costa del Sol

On June 1, the Pink Ladies’ Walk for Life was held at Emerald Isle Pub in La Florida. The event embodied the spirit of compassion and community. Organised by the tireless Maria Wilson and her dedicated team of Pink Ladies, the event brought together walkers, supporters, and sponsors with one shared goal – to raise funds in support of local …

PAUL and his wife, who are both married, have been caught in a legal battle with the local authorities that has prevented them from installing solar panel on their house. The elderly couple in Alhaurin de la Torre wanted to install panels on the rustic finca they own, but found that it was impossible despite both local authorities and the …

C.T. Powell & Bluedays, Mama Paula & Granada Blues Band. Credit: Facebook Mijas Pueblo will come alive with the ‘Noche de Blues’ concert on Saturday, July 12, at 10pm in the Miguel González Berral Municipal Auditorium.  C.T. will be performing at the event which kicks off the summer outdoor music season in 2025. The Granada Blues Band will also be …

Three ultra-fast charging stations have been installed at the Central Market parking lot for EV drivers to enjoy.  Infrastructure allows drivers to charge up their vehicles within 15 to 20 mins, boosting sustainable mobility. The new fast chargers can service two vehicles at once with up to 360kW power. They are available 24/7 via the Telpark App. This upgrade allows …

FORMER Spurs winger David Bentley made waves in Puerto Banus this week – quite literally – after being spotted partying on a jet ski while getting served… from a yacht. The retired England footballer, 40, zoomed around the Marbella harbour with a wide grin, pulling doughnuts, and spraying tourists sporting designer shades. In a moment worthy of a beer ad, …

Marbella’s local police informs cyclists of new rules. Credit: Policia Local, Marbella Marbella Local Police issued only 47 fines over a period of 16 months for violations of the new local bylaws that regulate personal mobility devices (PMVs), including e-scooters. This is an average of one fine every 10 days.  This figure is shockingly low and causes complaints, given that …

Torremolinos Town Hall increased efforts this summer to combat illegal street vendors, focusing on more crowded coastal areas.  The local police has carried out 60 operations in the last two years, issuing fines for illegally sold goods in public areas and seizing them to try and curb the activity. The latest crackdown led to the seizure of 14,280 items, which …

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Estepona Fair begins. Credit: Ayuntamiento de Estepona. Street parties with fireworks, live music and dancing. Estepona is preparing for its Feria y Fiestas Mayores, which will take place from July 1 through 6. The week-long event includes diverse activities, concerts free of charge, and deeply rooted Andalusian tradition.  There will be something to suit everyone. The programme includes family activities, …

Esther Bennett from London is one of Britain’s most celebrated and beloved singers. Her Esther Bennett Quartet will perform a captivating concert at the Clarence Jazz Club Torremolinos beginning in July.  Bennett is known for her soulful renditions of jazz standards and pop songs. Her voice was influenced by her Birmingham roots and early years as an saxophonist. It has …