Costa del Sol

The Junta de Andalucía has initiated controlled water releases from the La Concepción reservoir in Istán, which supplies Marbella and the Western Costa del Sol, to maintain safety levels as it nears 82 percent of its capacity.  After years of drought, heavy rains have boosted the reserves in the area. This has led to a release of the pressure. The …

Benalmadena sorts centre. Credit: Ayuntamiento de Benalmadena. Benalmadena has launched a new Physical Exercise Unit at the Arroyo de la Miel Sports Centre, which is designed to help us get in shape. This unit is especially for people over 55 who lead sedentary lives. This free initiative is a result of the council adopting government-funded programs to get us moving. …

Two brothers were walking with their sons when they heard a man screaming in Mijas. They also heard a neighbor who realized that the man was trapped in his car, after being washed away by torrential flood waters.  The terrifying event happened in the Atalaya area near to the A-7053 between Fuengirola and Alhaurín el Grande. The floodwaters were so …

David and Dema have been working together since about 12 years. It was time to do something different. They found the perfect location in the middle of the Fuengirola Fairground. It was a mix of locals, expats, tourists, market stallholders and local party goers from the fiestas that are celebrated at the fairground. The place was an instant hit with …

Artist Michele Winfield posing with one of the colourful pieces she creates. Credit: Michele Winfield. Michele Winfield, as far back as she can recall, has always had a pen in her hand. Her first ‘business venture’ was selling hand-drawn pictures of Pete’s Dragon to her classmates for 10p—just enough to fuel her childhood sweet tooth. Art has always been a …

BEACHES in ‘upmarket’ Marbella have lost 20% of their sand during the latest storms – which have also dumped an invasive algae on the resort’s shores. Diego Lopez, City Councillor for Environment, Beaches and Ports, confirmed the damage this week. He said in a statement: “Fontanilla beach is the hardest hit… erosion there has caused the disappearance of some 10,000 …

Esther Bakker was born in the Netherlands and has travelled around the globe performing timeless jazz, pop, rock tunes. Esther Bakker, who currently lives in Torremolinos and is a vocalist, amazes all with her strong voice and rich vocals. Esther Bakker, with her amazing voice, will return to Billie’s Piano Bar at 9pm on Sunday, March 9. Esther Bakker’s performance …

THE sinister cloud of orange gas that the Acerinox steelworks belched out over the Bay of Gibraltar last week is something that’s ‘suspiciously frequent’, insiders claims. A denuncia The Junta de Andalucia received a complaint alleging that the system used to filter the toxic fumes generated by the smelting operation is not working.  Sources connected with the plant told The …

Want to brush up your Spanish and English while you stretch your legs? Then grab your walking shoes – because this Saturday, March 8, a unique Language Exchange & Health Group Walk is hitting the sands. Forget stuffy classrooms and awkward online exchanges – this is Languages The learning experience is enhanced by the view. The event will include a …

Plan Red San Pedro Alcantara, a cultural and digital boost for town Plan Red San Pedro Alcantara, part of Marbella’s new bold 20 million euro urban renewal plan, promises to be an important cultural and digital boost for town. A standout feature of Plan Red San Pedro Alcántara The construction of an advanced library and digital center in Plaza Jorge …