Beachgoers on La Herradura beach had a surprise when several specimens of what appeared to be Portuguese Man’o’War were washed up, however, they were something quite different.
Rescue Near Marina del Este
by Hugh MacArthur •
A young lad was rescued by the Guardia Civil and a diver from Centro de Buceo de La Herradura after he become trapped at the foot of a cliff.
Los Tablones Bowman Arrested
by Hugh MacArthur •
An off-duty policeman from the Guardia Civil called for support from municipal police officers to arrest a man with a bow in Los Tablones.
The Dirty Seven Strike Back
by Martin Myall •
The seven mayors aren’t taking the sewage question lying down but will be defending themselves jointly rather than separately.
Things Not to Do in Sevilla
by Martin Myall •
A woman was arrested for punching a Guardia Civil policeman in the face in Castilleja de la Cuesta (Sevilla). Is nothing sacred?
Sports Ground Burglar Arrested
by Hugh MacArthur •
The Guardia Civil arrested a repeat offender in Salobreña accused of breaking into the sports facilities last month.
Polopos Goes Dutch
by Martin Myall •
The village of Polopos is not the easiest place to get to, but it is well worth braving the ten kilometres of winding access lane.
The Dirty Seven
by Hugh MacArthur •
The provincial public prosecutor is taking seven mayors on the Costa Tropical to court for dumping untreated sewage.
Plenty of Dolphins
by Louise Powell •
We had a press release from Mike Shaw Roberts, who runs the popular boat charter company, Sailnplay, telling us about record dolphin sightings.
Mugger Doused Victim with Petrol
by Vivienne Hughes •
A woman has been taken into custody after allegedly dousing a woman she intended to mug with petrol – the victim had her baby with her.
Motril Town Hall Work
by Vivienne Hughes •
Motril Town Hall, which is situated in the Plaza de España, will have a make over on its facade, the Town Council has decided.
Positive Rail Viability Study
by Martin Myall •
The University of Granada has carried out a technical study and concluded that a Motril-to-Granada train connection is possible.
Microsoft Service Scam
by Hugh MacArthur •
The Guardia Civil Head Quarters in Coruña has issued a warning to online users concerning a Microsoft Service scam.
Excursion: Montefrío
by Martin Myall •
According to National Geographic (2015) Montefrío is in the top ten of the best views in the world, which is not to be sniffed at!
Marina Beach Beef
by Hugh MacArthur •
The end of summer is just around the corner and the focus on the maintenance of beaches is waning, which has Playa Marina del Este panicking.