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This is Torrevieja News

A daily round-up of the latest news from Torrevieja and the surrounding area on Spain’s Costa Blanca, presented by Riley Via-Silva. Each episode brings together the key local stories of the day, from community updates and developments to wider news across Alicante province. The focus is on clear, simple reporting delivered in a relaxed and conversational style, making it easy to stay informed without the noise of traditional news formats. Published Monday to Friday, this is a quick and reliable

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This is Torrevieja News - Monday 27 July 2026

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2026/07/27

Here is your daily news round-up for Torrevieja and the surrounding area:Major Cultural Investment: Torrevieja Council approves a €29 million tender for the new Sea and Salt Museum and Habaneras auditorium at Eras de la Sal.La Mata Infrastructure: Contract awarded to design a new underground car park and renovated public square at Plaza Encarnación Puchol.Cultural Management: Esatur stands as the sole bidder for the management contract covering local theatres and floating museums.Community Events:

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The Week Ahead - Monday 27 July 2026

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2026/07/26

The Week Ahead with Riley returns with another thoughtful look at the stories shaping the days ahead.This week, Riley explores Spain's busy summer travel season, the Bank of England interest rate decisions, the Greater Manchester mayoral election, the European Union's Artificial Intelligence Act, the latest global business results from some of the world's biggest companies, and the conclusion of the Commonwealth Games.Join Riley Via for a relaxed and conversational journey through the

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This is Torrevieja News and Events - Friday 24 July 2026

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2026/07/24

In today's news update for Friday, 24 July 2026: Torrevieja reaches the halfway mark of the 72nd International Habanera and Polyphony Competition, while a seafront pizzeria on Calle del Mar appeals a council order to remove its long-standing terrace. Across Alicante province, a rescue helicopter evacuates an injured woman at Fuentes del Algar, and illegal drug adverts targeting Alicante and Elche surface on social media platform X. Plus, National Police dismantle a major cocaine trafficking

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This is Torrevieja News - Thursday 23 July 2026

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2026/07/23

In today's news roundup for Thursday 23 July 2026, Elche Council closes a second illegal airport car park in Torrellano housing over 3,500 vehicles, while police unions in Alicante demand urgent action over severe staffing shortages. Plus, an Oldham woman is fined after being drunk on a Manchester to Alicante flight, National Police arrest 29 people in Elche over an 18,000 euro fuel fraud scheme, five men are arrested following a 100 kilo cocaine raid in Almoradí, and a man is arrested in

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00:02:33

This is Torrevieja News - Wednesday 22 July 2026

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2026/07/22

Catch up on today's latest news from Torrevieja and the Costa Blanca. In this episode, we discuss the new anti-smoking law banning smoking on beaches and terraces, and the recent price hike bringing a standard 12.5 kilogram butane gas cylinder to 17.83 euro. We also cover local crime and community updates, including a restraining order sought against a street vendor in Torrevieja, the arrest of a 21-year-old man linked to five home burglaries, and a 61-year-old husband in Almoradi released after

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00:02:37

This is Torrevieja News - Tuesday 21 July 2026

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2026/07/21

In today's This is Torrevieja news for Tuesday, 21st July 2026, we look at a proposal to share a 1.27 million euro windfall among local charities and universities in Torrevieja. In Elche, 73 schools will benefit from an 884,000 euro investment to improve air conditioning and sun protection.We also report on a tragic incident at Los Náufragos beach where a 76-year-old swimmer has passed away. Emergency services also conducted a successful helicopter rescue of a 60-year-old woman from Tabarca

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This is Torrevieja News - Monday 20 July 2026

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2026/07/20

In today's daily news round-up for Monday 20 July 2026, Riley brings you the latest from Torrevieja and the wider Alicante province. We start with exciting educational developments as a new UMH campus opens in Torrevieja this September, bringing capacity for 430 students. We also look at local concerns as Sueña Torrevieja demands answers over the delayed municipal shade plan during the ongoing summer heatwave. Widening out, there is news of a rabies vaccination campaign in Elche with special

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00:05:08

The Week Ahead: New Leadership, New Challenges

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2026/07/19

The Week Ahead with Riley returns with a look at another busy week across Spain, the United Kingdom, Europe and the wider world.This week, Spain continues to welcome millions of summer visitors, Andy Burnham begins his first week as UK Prime Minister, the Farnborough International Air Show showcases the future of aviation, the Commonwealth Games get underway in Glasgow, and the Tour de France reaches its spectacular finish in Paris.Join Riley for a relaxed and thoughtful look at the stories, travel

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This is Torrevieja News - Friday 17 July 2026

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2026/07/17

Welcome to today's This is Torrevieja news bulletin with Riley, bringing you the latest local and regional updates for Friday, 17 July 2026. In today's episode, we cover the newly released stage times and schedules for the Low Festival in Torrevieja, and share positive news from Orihuela as the council approves 45,000 euro in funding for local animal welfare groups. We also discuss a landmark Supreme Court ruling declaring that cutting off water and electricity to illegal occupants is no

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00:03:24

This is Torrevieja News - Thursday 16 July 2026

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2026/07/16

Catch up on the latest evening updates with Riley on This is Torrevieja News for Thursday 16 July 2026. In this episode, we cover the exciting new broadcast partnership with À Punt for the 72nd International Habaneras and Polyphony Competition, and why the opening gala has been rescheduled to avoid a clash with the 2026 World Cup final. We also look into the political row over a historic municipal building on Calle Azorín. Plus, news from across the Alicante province as Benidorm collects 100,000

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This is Torrevieja News - Wednesday 15 July 2026

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2026/07/15

In today's update for Wednesday 15 July 2026, Riley brings you the latest headlines from Torrevieja. A brand new cinema is announced for the port redevelopment project, and the Friday street market faces a schedule change due to the Low Festival. Plus, property registrars start blocking new tourist apartments in communities with holiday rental bans, a mass eviction takes place at the Sole Bello Hotel in La Mata, and three officers are injured following a clash with illegal street vendors on the

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This is Torrevieja News - Tuesday 14 July 2026

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2026/07/14

Get the latest news from Torrevieja and the surrounding area with Riley on today's evening round-up. In this episode, we look at the exciting release of Torrevieja's new, colour-coded urban bus network map, which is set to improve travel across the city this summer. We also cover the launch of the new Local Police mobility unit, featuring 20 agents on motorcycles dedicated to managing local traffic.Further afield, we discuss a minor 1.8 magnitude earthquake near Los Montesinos and the major

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This is Torrevieja News - Monday 13 July 2026

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2026/07/13

Stay up to date with the latest local and regional developments with Riley Via on the This Is Torrevieja daily news round-up for Monday 13 July 2026.In this episode:Levante Breakwater Redevelopment: Torrevieja City Council officially awards the final phase contract to CHM Obras e Infraestructuras for over 3.5 million euro, saving thousands for the municipality.Torrevieja Synthetic Drug Labs Dismantled: Eleven people are arrested after a local burglary investigation leads the Guardia Civil straight

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The Week Ahead - Monday 13 July 2026

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2026/07/12

Join Riley Via for a preview of The Week Ahead, from Mad Black Cat, with a look at what to expect in the news from Spain, the UK, and the world, with the theme of the week undoubtedly being LEADERSHIP!

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This is Torrevieja News - Friday 10 July 2026

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2026/07/10

In today's bulletin for Friday 10 July 2026, Riley brings you the latest local and regional updates from the Costa Blanca.Torrevieja Council has officially awarded a 10.3 million euro contract for the highly anticipated Alto de la Casilla Urban Park, with construction set to begin this August. Meanwhile, beachgoers on the Elche coast face frustration as the installation of seasonal beach bars is delayed until late July, and residents in Torrellano demand a crackdown on illegal long-stay airport

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This is Torrevieja News - Thursday 9 July 2026

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2026/07/09

Torrevieja News Round-up: 60 Years of the Yacht Club, Virgen del Carmen Festivities, and Heatwave WarningsIn today's bulletin, Riley covers the emotional 60th-anniversary gala at the Real Club Náutico Torrevieja and the official start of the local Virgen del Carmen festivities. Widening out to Alicante, Acciona and Vilor compete for a 5 million euro airport office contract, and emergency teams successfully save a 12-year-old girl from a near-drowning in Alcoy. We also cover the swift police work

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This is Torrevieja News - Wednesday 8 July 2026

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2026/07/08

Catch up on the latest local news for Torrevieja and the surrounding region with Riley. In tonight's update, the political row over the Torrevieja Hospital expansion budget continues, and a new contractor takes over the essential lifeguard services on Guardamar beaches. Plus, Orihuela installs new chilled water fountains to help beat the summer heat, but faces major questions as an inspection reveals only six of the municipality's 35 lifts passed safety checks. In crime and accident news,

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This is Torrevieja News - Tuesday 7 July 2026

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2026/07/07

In tonight's local update, the La Mata Residents' Association has submitted five proposals to the Generalitat Valenciana to improve the suburban bus service to Torrevieja University Hospital, including early morning adjustments, a new stop at Quirónsalud Torrevieja, and safer access for elderly residents. Meanwhile, Ryanair has warned passengers using Alicante and other major airports to expect severe summer delays due to the implementation of the new EU biometric passport control system.In

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This is Torrevieja News - Monday 6 July 2026

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2026/07/06

Stay informed with today's local news update for Torrevieja and the wider Alicante province. In this episode, Riley covers the historic rollout of Torrevieja's new urban transport network, a 32-bus expansion designed to halve wait times by 2027. We also look at the 14 new nursing assistant roles added to the Vega Baja University Hospital and a unique self-build housing scheme launched in Benijófar for young residents.Plus, details on the €157,200 maintenance fleet expansion on the Orihuela

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This is Torrevieja News - Friday 3 July 2026

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2026/07/03

In tonight’s update with Riley Via, we cover the temporary freeze on the €5.4 million Sector 25 park renovation in Torrevieja due to missing ministry approvals, and look ahead to the newly approved 2027 commercial calendar for the Valencian Community, which introduces emergency weather flexibility.Widening out across the Alicante province, we look at the massive surge and complications surrounding migrant regularisation applications, alongside the latest updates from the ITV Vega Baja tax trial

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