Within the List of Improbable Fiestas lies Motril’s Earthquake day, which is celebrated on the 13th of January because of one that occurred in 1804.
Motril’s Earthquake Day
by Martin Myall •
Motril
News, views and information from Motril
Russian Ship Auction
by Hugh MacArthur •
We have run several articles on the Russian freighter that was abandoned in Motril Port after arriving in September 2018 and its owners going bankrupt.
The Paella-Dish Fountain
by Martin Myall •
The Paellera roundabout, as it is known locally, on the Avenida de Salobreña in Motril is now finished and normal, traffic flow restored.
Motril Sexual Abuser Condemned
by Vivienne Hughes •
A 52-year-old man from Motril has received a prison sentence of five years and three months for repeatedly abusing his wife’s daughter.
Instantly Disowned
by Martin Myall •
What should you do if your dog kill’s someone else’s pooch? The wrong answer is pretend its not yours, if it has a microchip.
No-Appointment Jabs in Motril
by Martin Myall •
Anybody over 60 years old can turn up for a Covid jab at the Consultas Externas belonging to Hospital Santa Ana this week.
American Motor Show
by Hugh MacArthur •
The American Motor Show spectacle will be the main event in Motril this weekend, starting at 17.00h both today and at the same time tomorrow.
Theft on Fishing Boats
by Vivienne Hughes •
The Fishermen’s Guild in Motril has reported repeated thefts on some of their fishing boats whilst docked in Motril Port.
Franco’s Lingering Presence
by Martin Myall •
In July 2020 the right-wing coalition governing Motril rejected a motion by the opposition to take back a municipal medal awarded to Franco.
Motril Market Controversy
by Hugh MacArthur •
The renovation work going on within the Motril municipal market has produced a spat of narky exchanges between the governing and opposition parties.