Politics
Former Marbella mayor Julián Muñoz dies after battling ill health
The 76-year-old headed the town hall team during one of the darkest periods in its history when it was embroiled in corruption scandals
María Albarral
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World Tourism Day
Torremolinos presents 'honorary tourist' award to real estate communications director
The recognition was given to the co-founder of Idealista, Fernando Encinar, who the mayor said had been honoured because he "embodies many of the values we defend"
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Weather
Concerns raised as climate on Costa del Sol goes from 'hot to torrid' during summer months
Scientists are calling for more measures to reduce temperatures, especially in cities and large towns, with less asphalt and more green areas
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Property
New 100-million-euro residential development aimed at foreign buyers launches on Costa del Sol
It will involve the construction of some 150 homes aimed at buyers from other countries, investors and Spaniards looking to purchase a second home
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Weather
Smoke from devastating wildfires in Portugal darkens the skies over Malaga and Costa del Sol
The massive forest fires burning in the neighbouring country have created a huge cloud that has now reached Andalucía
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Crime
Police smash sex trafficking ring that operated on Costa del Sol
Officers were able to free 24 women who were forced to work as prostitutes in deplorable conditions in brothels across Spain, including Malaga
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Fight
Countdown to bare-knuckle event in Marbella: Xzibit to perform on fight night
The American rapper will be at the event promoted by Conor McGregor on 12 October, when Franco Tenaglia takes on Juan Soto for the bare-knuckle fighting world title
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Social care
A home of hope: the Marbella community that is transforming lives
Horizonte, through its supervised housing project, provides comprehensive support to individuals over 18 facing addiction disorders, facilitating their rehabilitation in an integrated environment
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Weather
Autumn arrives in Malaga with highs of more than 30C before temperatures start to fall
This week the Costa del Sol will buck the weather trend in the rest of the Andalucía region
Europa Press |
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Airport safety
The feathered flying squad that helps keep flight traffic at Malaga Airport safe
The wildlife control service uses falcons, eagles and goshawks to scare away birds and other animals that could affect landings and take-offs on the two, very busy runways on the Costa del Sol
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In the frame
Robert Harvey, from 'eclectic' pop artist in the USA to 'Don Roberto' in rural Malaga
The American artist was born in 1924 in North Carolina and died 20 years ago in Spain. He was a friend of aristocrats and Hollywood stars and fell in love with the small village of Macharaviaya in the Axarquía
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Planning
Concerns raised about hotel tower plan in Malaga port two months just before it's due to go for final approval
The developers have until the beginning of November to submit what is needed for the project's final seal of approval, but there are still some unknowns
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Heritage
Around 200,000 people turn out for San Miguel pilgrimage in Torremolinos
A total of 58 oxen and tractor-drawn floats and caravans participated in the colourful procession, one of the highlights of the town’s cultural agenda, which marks the beginning of its San Miguel festivities
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112 incident
Drink driver bulldozes traffic light, planter and a dozen bollards in Costa del Sol town
The 20-year-old man was located by Local Police officers in Torre del Mar town centre after he was unable to continue driving his vehicle due to the damage it had suffered
Eugenio Cabezas | -
Planning
Costa del Sol town sets ball in motion to start work on five-million-euro urban park project
The town hall has put out a call to tender for the contract to transform an area of some 90,000 square metres with pathways and a large artificial lake
José Rodríguez Cámara |