Heritage
The historic Nao Santa María sailing ship that will open its decks to visitors in Malaga
The replica of Christopher Columbus' famous ship will be berthed at the city's megayacht marina for the first time from the 9 to 25 January
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Heritage
The replica of Christopher Columbus' famous ship will be berthed at the city's megayacht marina for the first time from the 9 to 25 January
Crime
Following a complex investigation, a 73-year-old man was arrested for the offences of vehicle theft, false documentation and attempted fraud
Retail
The figure represents an eight per cent increase over the previous year
Tourism
The project in Maro, which has a budget of 547,515 euros, includes signage, services and safety barriers and will be implemented with European funding
112 incident
The complex rescue by members of Malaga's provincial fire brigade took more than four hours
Health
Water tests are being carried out to determine if the beach needs to be closed
Business
A survey of local traders has revealed that 70% of them believe the new by-law restricting non-resident parking will deter custom from the surrounding towns and villages
Local news 2025 round-up
This year has seen good news for the reservoirs of Malaga province and ambitious plans to solve the Costa de Sol's transport problems of the future; meanwhile housing and healthcare issues prompt protests
Population
The town has gained 432 inhabitants in the last year, increasing its population to 22,015 and Malaga province's Axarquía area is now home to more than 232,800 people, with some big contrasts between municipalities
Film and TV
From a number one worldwide hit on Netflix to a couple of Golden Globe nominations on Amazon Prime Video, the streaming platforms end the year featuring many new titles shot on the Costa del Sol and across the province
Crime
The metal cross on the Pico del Cielo near Nerja has been a symbol of mountaineering in the area for 54 years
Tourism
The latest data from Spain's national institute of statistics shows for the first time a negative sign in the overall number of visitors and stays in accommodation as a whole in Malaga province
Weather
According to Aemet, the imminent arrival of high-impact storm Francis to Spain will bring more rain to the province from Saturday onwards
Retail
A University of Malaga study has shown there is a trend towards spending less and making better choices as part of a more selective and thoughtful purchasing process
Air travel
Francisco Salado has said that Madrid has to find a solution to these long delays "because every day that passes is a blow to the image of our destination and Spain"