Two lucky shoppers in Almuñécar won cheques for several-hundred euros to be spent in local businesses, thanks to a raffle draw.
Two Almuñécar Road Accidents
by Vivienne Hughes •
A driver had a lucky escape after nearly plummeting down onto the N-340 where it passes through the Taramay tunnel. There was also collision near Urb. Alfamar.
Costa Population Fluctuations
by Vivienne Hughes •
The population on the Costa Tropical is fluctuating, with some towns increasing in population whilst other decrease.
Horse Causes Road Death
by Vivienne Hughes •
The Guardia Civil have identified the owner of a horse (thanks to its microchip) that caused a road accident resulting in a death.
Cantarriján Blues
by Vivienne Hughes •
(COH 06C) The Environmental Department of the Junta has rejected a request from the Asociación de Amigos de la Playa Nudista de Cantarriján to put up nudist-beach signs.
Free Internet Access in Motril
by Vivienne Hughes •
Nine municipalities within the province have been chosen to host free, Internet access via WiFi4EU in public building and spaces.
German Woman Arrested in Motril
by Vivienne Hughes •
A German woman and her adult son were caught allegedly trying to smuggle an illegal immigrant into the country via Motril Port on the 30th of December.
Choked on the Midnight Grapes
by Vivienne Hughes •
A 3-year-old child died in Gijón (Asturias) after choking on a grape during the New Year ritual of swallowing grapes to the midnight chimes.
New Bikes for Motril Police
by Vivienne Hughes •
Motril’s Policía Local have received several new motorbikes according to the Councillor for Citizen Safety, María Ángeles Escámez.
Stowaway Perched Precariously
by Vivienne Hughes •
Motril port police had to alert the Coast Guards to the presence of a stowaway, perched precariously on the side of a docking ferry.