The village fiestas in Cornellà del Terri on Good Friday nearly turned into a tragedy when a falling tree narrowly missed the crowd.
National
A satirical take on Spanish national news
Motorbike Policeman Injured
by Hugh MacArthur •
A motorbike policeman belonging to the Guardia Civil was involved in an accident when he collided with the read of a car in front of him.
Accidental Stabbing
by Hugh MacArthur •
A butcher from Argamasilla de Calatrava (Ciudad Real) died on Saturday the 6th after his wife stabbed him. He was buried the next day.
Increase at the Pumps
by Martin Myall •
If you have recently filled up at your local gasoline station then your are already aware that the price of fuel at the pumps has gone up.
Swede Arrested over Death
by Vivienne Hughes •
A Swedish man has been arrested in the Canary Islands, accused of killing his live-in partner.
Mickey Mouse Driving Licence
by Hugh MacArthur •
The Traffic Police in Burgos arrested 69-year-old man, L.V.U. accused of falsifying an official document; i.e., forgery.
Helping A Partner To Die
by Martin Myall •
Ángel Hernández helped his moribund wife to end her life and was arrested for it, charges – assisted suicide is illegal in Spain.
Travelling in Style
by Hugh MacArthur •
A car passenger recorded with his phone camera a woman travelling on an autovía using an electric scooter… and wearing headphones, to boot.
Grandad Bank Robbers
by Martin Myall •
The Catalan regional police, together with the Policía Nacional, arrested two bank robbers aged 73 and 80-years old.
Seatbelt Use Campaign
by Martin Myall •
The Guardia Civil carried out a campaign to heighten awaress to the used of car seat belts and child seats, but was not confined to Spain.