Torremolinos reinforces security and mobility with the installation of 69 surveillance cameras
The new surveillance systems will contribute to the “improvement of security” and will help “monitor the levels of traffic influx through the town”
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112 incident
Worker dies after falling from roof of seventh-floor apartment on Costa del Sol
The 52-year-old man fell to his death while he was painting a property in Arroyo de la Miel, according to sources
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History
Experts look into huge underground cave uncovered by construction work in Benalmádena Pueblo
The discovery made it necessary to order an emergency speleo-archaeological study to determine its origin and ensure that it does not affect the foundations of neighbouring buildings
Lorena Cádiz | -
Obituary
Paul 'El Punky', a true legend of the Torremolinos nightlife scene dies
Entrepreneur and DJ, he was the owner of several bars and one of the first to introduce this type of music on the Costa del Sol
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Law
Around 30 different nationalities have used the new legal guidance service for foreigners in Torremolinos
Launched in July 2024, the advice is offered by an expert lawyer on Wednesday and Thursday mornings, although it is necessary to make an appointment beforehand
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Infrastructure
Torremolinos boosts its shelter from the sun with new 'smart' shaded benches
The town hall has earmarked 72,000 euros of European funds for the project
José Rodríguez Cámara | -
Infrastructure
'More modern and safe' panoramic lift coming to Costa del Sol resort this summer
The town's current facility has become obsolete and the work has already been put out to tender with a budget of 230,752 euros
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Environment
Costa del Sol town to start fining drivers on 15 February as ban on polluting vehicles is enforced
The council will launch a campaign in the first weeks of this year to inform motorists about the new rules
José Rodríguez Cámara | -
Heritage
One of the Costa del Sol's most snapped pieces of street sculpture will be restored to original state after being vandalised 18 years ago
The popular piece of art was originally created by Enrique Bodero "in tribute to the waiters, men and women, who through their hard work have contributed to the development of the coast"
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What to do
Torremolinos will celebrate its Three Kings parade on Saturday
The town hall has decided to bring the event forward by one day due to the forecast of rain on Sunday
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Sport
Sports tourism brings in 2.2 million euros to Torremolinos town hall coffers
The arrival of swimming, football and athletics teams has grown by 47 per cent in the last year and their arrival helps to keep the Costa del Sol's hotel and hospitality industry active all year round
José Rodríguez Cámara | -
Community spirit
Festive fancy dress fun run takes to the streets in Torremolinos
Instead of a registration fee, runners donated non-perishable food, clothes, toys and books, which will be distributed among local families in danger of social exclusion
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Finance
Benalmádena reduces budget planned for 2024 by 33 million euros
The town hall has defended the "serious" line it has taken, while the opposition has accused it of "deceiving" the public
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112 incident
Police investigate reports of man being shot in head in Benalmádena
Police units, firefighters and medics have rushed to the Torrequebrada area of the Costa del Sol town where witnesses reported seeing a hooded man fleeing the scene in a high-powered vehicle
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Community spirit
'Great response' to Torremolinos Christmas gift campaign for needy children
Kind-hearted customers of Mackay’s bar donated more than 110 presents, which were delivered to the town’s social kitchen last weekend