Senda Litoral
Marbella to build the first section of the coastal path in the east of the municipality
The project is the first step towards a link with Mijas and will bring about the regeneration of the La Adelfa dune and a more "natural" beach
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Leisure
Sixty three free places for outdoor sports activities up for grabs in Marbella
The initiative, launched Malaga's provincial authority, the Diputación de Málaga, offers residents opportunities to take part in sustainable sporting activities and learn about the province’s natural heritage
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The supreme court orders Marbella to determine the ownership of the roads in Puerto Banús
The court has dismissed the appeals lodged by the council and the company that manages the marina, thereby making the high court's judgement final
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Marbella police become first in Andalucía to use virtual reality firearms training simulator
The immersive system places officers in realistic operational scenarios where they must assess threats, issue commands and make split-second decisions to strengthen frontline preparedness
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Starlite
Starlite foundation charity gala to raise funds for Venezuelan earthquake appeal
The event will take place on 9 August at the Nagüeles Quarry and will once again combine an awards ceremony with a charity auction and musical performances with Antonio Banderas celebrating his 66th birthday during the evening
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Economy
Marbella records lowest July unemployment figure in 19 years as jobless total drops below 6,000
Resort town sees jobless total fall to 5,924 in best labour market performance since 2007
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Roads
Couple fined after being caught having sex while driving along motorway in Marbella
The Guardia Civil tracked down the people featured in the video which was shared on social media and fined them for reckless driving and failing to wear a seatbelt as the car drove along the A-7
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Benahavís murder suspect remanded in custody without bail as police probe alleged sexual offence
The suspect, who refused to make a statement, arrived at court after being discharged from hospital following the injuries he inflicted on himself during his arrest
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History
Archaeological survey of Marbella Castle completed after 15 years of work
Eleven excavations have been carried out since 2011, resulting in the documentation of significant finds from the Roman and medieval periods
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Animal welfare
Five Marbella Local Police horses to retire and live out their years in not-for-profit sanctuary
The town hall reversed its decision to auction the animals off for a collective sum of 600 euros following criticism from animal welfare activists
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Marbella awards a contract worth 5.47 million euros for the cleaning and maintenance of Puerto Banús
The contract provides for up to 19 staff members, includes an on-call team and will enable more resources to be allocated to the rest of the municipality
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Marbella to fast-track 'virtually all' business licences under new self-certification rules
The town hall says 446 activity licences have already been granted this year, with hospitality, retail and services sectors driving demand ahead of summer
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San Pedro Alcántara market traders to relocate to temporary site during 12-month refurbishment
The project will modernise the nearly five-decade-old facility with improved accessibility, digital services and upgraded sustainability features once work is completed
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Pets
Luxury 70-million-euro Marbella development unveils on-site pet spa for residents
Nearly a third of the 139 homes have already sold, with the development, located in San Pedro Alcántara, also offering four saltwater pools and a rooftop lounge reserved for adults
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Crime
Marbella hospital emergency patient jailed for assaulting nurse
The provincial court has upheld the sentence, stating that the patient struck and grabbed the healthcare worker after attempting to record a video of her with her mobile phone