News from towns near Torrevieja: local services, community life, culture and sport across the Vega Baja and surrounding areas.
The San Javier rider took pole position and two race wins, securing a 60% reduction in costs for the 2027 season after his national minivelocity title.
The council defends its use of barriers and is examining alternatives for the road, while calling for the CHS water storage area and four flood attenuation dams.
The San Bartolomé shelter will offer three sessions, with a €5 donation and registration by email. Businesses can also support its 2027 calendar.
The first sales period runs from 26 October to 13 November at Pollito Inglés, with appointments and card payments required. Online sales start on 16 November.
Culture councillor David Martínez reports more than 2,000 visitors to Saturday's event, involving over 200 local residents and artists.
The third San Pedro está de moda event brought together clothing, accessories, hairdressing and make-up from local businesses on Saturday 24 October.
The illustrator will join the Bajo la higuera series at the Casino Orcelitano on Tuesday 27 October at 19:00. Admission is free, subject to capacity.
Orihuela CF drew 1-1 with VCF Mestalla after Gamón put the visitors ahead in the 41st minute and Espinola equalised in the 52nd.
Julio Calvet Botella will discuss the sculptor at 19:00 in the Fernando de Loazes Library, as part of a free series exploring Orihuela’s artistic heritage.
The exchange visit included EuroAltea initiatives, sustainable mobility and a guided look at work to restore the Algar’s natural environment.
Miguel Gallego calls for a stronger sustainable image for Benidorm in Europe. The forum also highlights the need to measure residents’ quality of life.
Servigroup Benidorm won 90–78 and Altea recovered to beat Elche 73–64. Terralfàs’s men and women completed a clean sweep for the four teams.
The 24 October festival combined competition and mutual support on the Mar Menor, including a category for breast cancer survivors.
The 25 October programme runs from 10:00 to 21:30, with workshops, three round-table discussions, paella and a closing concert.
Altea has allocated €12,000 to two early-years education grants, covering nursery attendance and materials at local state schools. Applications close on 31 October.
The Guardia Civil arrested a 20-year-old over offences on 16 October. The Torrevieja court ordered his remand in custody.
The walk starts at 10:00 and covers around five kilometres. A T-shirt and race number cost €5 and can be bought beside the start during the preceding two hours.
The Fernando de Loazes Library hosts the event on 26 October at 19:00, organised by the Miguel Hernández Cultural Foundation. Admission is free, subject to capacity.
L’Illa opens the programme at the Cultural Centre on 25 October at 12:00. Traditional fireworks, a maritime documentary and a photography exhibition also feature.
The council is seeking suggestions before approving the document, following a participatory process launched in June with funding from Alicante Provincial Council.
The performance starts at 19:00, with Grieg, Dvořák, Arriaga and Falla on the programme and film music planned for the finale. Admission is free, subject to capacity.
The town council and Neighbourhood Council recognised her work with Buen Pastor parish, Cáritas and other community organisations at a ceremony on 22 October.
Fundació Caixaltea, Club Nàutic d’Altea, Joventut Altea and Club de Tenis Altea received awards at a gala featuring music and an exhibition.
Thader beat Rayo Ibense 1–0 at the Moi Gómez stadium, with Sergio's saves and an 83rd-minute goal proving decisive before Torres was sent off.
