Thanks to the rapid reponse of people at the scene, a teenage lad was rescued from the Río Guadalfeo at the beginning of the month.
Vélez de Benaudalla Rescue
by Hugh MacArthur •
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Motrileños in Mauthausen Camp
by Martin Myall •
Some foreigners here will be surprised to learn that political prisoners from Motril were sent to die in the Nazi concentration-camp of Mauthhausen.
Organised Walk in the Alpujarra
by Martin Myall •
Fancy a trudge around Ugíjar – probably one of the most difficult place names to pronounce? Well, you’re in luck because Almuñécar has organised a walk for this Sunday.
Jazz en La Costa 2026
by Louise Powell •
Almuñécar Town Council and the Provincial Council have published the programme for the 39th edition of the Jazz en la Costa International Festival.
Sweet Release
by Hugh MacArthur •
The Río Guadalfeo ran black and sweet on Thursday as it emptied into the sea because there had been an accidental discharge of molasses up in the Ron Montero factory in Lobres.
An African Adventure
by Gazette Reader •
A familiar face in La Herradura, Sally Parkinson, is preparing for her next African adventure, first reported in the Gazette in 2024.
Fast Response Saves Life
by Vivienne Hughes •
A man in his early 60’s fell to the floor in the Policía Nacional building in Motril where they process ID requests – he had had a heart attack.
R.I.P. Mari Pepa
by Martin Myall •
The majority of foreign residents in Motril or indeed along the neighbouring towns on the Costa Tropical, won’t know who Mari Pepa was, but every adult Motrileño will.
Mugger Suspect to Face Judge
by Hugh MacArthur •
Back in February 2024, a 71-year-old man with mobility problems (he uses crutches) was mugged in Motril. The alleged culprit is now standing trial.
Two Workers Injured
by Hugh MacArthur •
Two workers were injured in Motril on Friday after being hit on the head by a beam.