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Initially slated to welcome visitors this August, the project has now been pushed back indefinitely, impacting plans for a vibrant summer season.

Torrevieja Summer Plans Sunk as €40M Port Project Faces Major Setbacks

Staff Reporter - 18/04/2025

Frustration is growing. We, the residents who pay our taxes here, are watching the golden goose — our tourism-driven economy — being slowly strangled by government inaction.

Orihuela Costa – A Paradise Neglected, But Not Forgotten

García highlighted that Orihuela had 21 approved projects under the plan, worth over €20 million. However, several works remain unfinished or at risk due to budget cuts and a lack of commitment from the regional authorities.

Orihuela at Risk of Losing €20M in School Funds

“Orihuela Costa can no longer be the forgotten part of the municipality. It’s a key area that generates wealth and deserves serious, professional, and transparent management,” Isidro Grao concluded.

PSOE Accuses PP and VOX of Lying About Road Maintenance Plan in Orihuela Costa

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Urology Staff Exodus at Torrevieja Hospital Triggers Patient Backlog

Bridge at Last! Orihuela Launches Tender for Long-Awaited AP-7 Pedestrian Crossing

Bridge at Last! Orihuela Launches Tender for Long-Awaited AP-7 Pedestrian Crossing

Staff Reporter - 15/04/2025 0

The announcement was made by councillor for the coast, Manuel Mestre

Public Pressure Forces Resumption of District Councils in Orihuela Costa

Staff Reporter - 12/04/2025 0

Faced with a lack of action from Orihuela Town Hall, nearly 100 residents from almost all of the coastal area's 40 neighbourhoods have collaborated to document the alarming spread of potholes across the region.

THE ROAD TO NEGLECT – Orihuela Costa’s Streets Crumble While the...

Staff Reporter - 04/04/2025 0

Orihuela Costa needs a strong, respected and experienced leader capable of uniting its diverse communities and businesses

Orihuela’s Leadership: A Legacy of Broken Promises

Peter Houghton - 04/04/2025 0

Residents of Rafal can submit their proposals until April 30 through the municipal website.

Rafal Town Hall Launches Its Third Participatory Budget Initiative

Staff Reporter - 01/04/2025 0

On March 27, 2025, the Redován Town Hall has officially settled its longstanding debt, totaling over 6 million euros

Redován Clears Municipal Debt Dating Back to 2011

Staff Reporter - 28/03/2025 0

Finance Minister Ruth Merino has accused the Spanish government of financially "suffocating" the region

Valencian Government Seeks Emergency Funds Amid Budget Delays

Staff Reporter - 27/03/2025 0

Orihuela Town Hall: A History of Budget Disparities

Peter Houghton - 27/03/2025 0

The Generalitat’s budget includes the expansion of the Aguamarina health centre but does not allocate funds for the construction of a new facility.

Funds for 2nd Health Centre in Orihuela Costa omitted from Consell’s...

Staff Reporter - 26/03/2025 0

CV-95 Expansion Stalled: Government Reneges on Pledged Investment

Gridlock as Mazón Government Axes €5 Million CV-95 Expansion Plan for...

Staff Reporter - 21/03/2025 0

Their leadership echoes Don Quixote and Sancho Panza — promises of grand reform, yet they have become entangled in bureaucratic windmills, while Orihuela Costa’s issues persist.

Another False Narrative Disguised as the Truth

Peter Houghton - 19/03/2025 0

Torrevieja’s Local Government Board has approved a €111 million contract for the maintenance of green spaces and public areas

Torrevieja Awards €111 Million Contract for Green Space Maintenance

Staff Reporter - 14/03/2025 0

Orihuela Costa contributes 15 million euros more to the municipal budget than it receives in services and infrastructure.

€15 Million Gap Exposes Underfunding of Orihuela Costa

Staff Reporter - 14/03/2025 0

The European Council held an emergency summit on 6 March to seek consensus on supporting Ukraine and chart the future of defense on the 'Old Continent.

EU’s ‘ReArm’ drive highlights need for MEPs to check Commission’s power...

Staff Reporter - 13/03/2025 0

Orihuela continues to reap the benefits of Orihuela Costa’s taxes

Orihuela Costa: Paying the Price for Inequality

Staff Reporter - 12/03/2025 0

In the world of business, compliance is not just a preference; it is a necessity for survival.

The Importance of Regular Audit Services for Maintaining Business Compliance

Bill Oates - 09/03/2025 0

Streamlined and effective procurement management is fast becoming an integral part of organizational success in the modern business world.

Best Practices for Managing Procurement Systems

Bill Oates - 05/03/2025 0

The initiative is funded with €65,000 from the Orihuela City Council and an €824,292 grant from Labora.

Orihuela Launches Employment Workshop to Revamp San Francisco Neighbourhood

Staff Reporter - 04/03/2025 0

A significant portion of the budget is allocated to personnel expenses, which have risen due to salary adjustments and the municipalization of street cleaning and park maintenance.

Rafal City Council Approves 2025 Budget with an 8.4% Increase

Staff Reporter - 01/03/2025 0

Torrevieja’s PAI may receive 60% of its funding from FEDER, as the region falls under the EU transition zone classification. To maximise financial support, the city has selected projects that are already in an advanced stage of planning.

Torrevieja to apply for A €12 Million Feder Funding Grant

Staff Reporter - 26/02/2025 0

Interest rates are a crucial part of the financial landscape, influencing everything from loans to investment strategies.

How Interest Rate Shifts Can Impact Your Mortgage and Financial Plans

Bill Oates - 26/02/2025 0

Infrastructure Councillor Víctor Valverde emphasised the significance of this project, noting that Orihuela has not seen a resurfacing plan of this scale since 2010.

Largest Road Resurfacing Project in a Decade: Orihuela announces €2.3M Tender

Staff Reporter - 25/02/2025 0

The council gives the green light to a new budget of nearly €117 million, with support from the PP, Vox, and Ciudadanos in an extraordinary session that also names Amadeo Valoria as Caballero Cubierto.

Orihuela Approves Its Second Budget in Less Than a Year

Staff Reporter - 21/02/2025 0

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Understanding Home Care Choices: Which Is Right for Your Loved One?

Bill Oates - 21/02/2025 0

Bautista expressed her gratitude to Orihuela City Council, stating, “At last, these streets have light again. We had been waiting far too long for a solution.”

Torremendo comes in from the Dark

Staff Reporter - 20/02/2025 0

This year marks its 25th anniversary, but the event has been overshadowed by controversy over its organization.

Orihuela Medieval Market Faces Allegations of Tender Irregularities

Staff Reporter - 10/02/2025 0

The Redován Council presented its municipal budget for 2025, which was approved in a plenary session.

Redován Council Budget Invests in Sports, Health, and Environment

Staff Reporter - 31/01/2025 0

The two coastal district boards are currently at a standstill following the resignation of their secretaries

2025 Budget Controversy: Coastal Residents Demand Answers from Mayor

Staff Reporter - 28/01/2025 0

Representatives from Unidos por la Costa met at the Coworking Space of the Orihuela Chamber last week with the president of the association Entre Dos Mares Pro Ayuntamiento.

Orihuela Costa’s Cry for Freedom

Staff Reporter - 18/01/2025 0

Mestre expressed frustration over the administrative delays in addressing persistent issues such as street cleaning, garden maintenance, and road repairs, which continue to concern residents.

Manuel Mestre Reflects on 2024 Management and Outlines Plans for Orihuela...

Staff Reporter - 17/01/2025 0

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