In today's This is Torrevieja news bulletin for Tuesday 25 August 2026, Riley brings you the latest updates from across the Costa Blanca.

We start with a heartwarming story from Villajoyosa, where around 70 loggerhead turtle hatchlings surprised beachgoers this weekend. In local news, Torrevieja sees a nine per cent drop in crime, though the mayor continues to request permanent Guardia Civil reinforcements to cope with the summer population boom.

Elsewhere, Los Montesinos introduces new red-light cameras in the town centre, and Alicante Airport tackles border control delays with 30 additional police officers following a record-breaking month of 2.3 million passengers.

Finally, we cover recent arrests, including an attempted robbery on El Altet beach and the capture of two international fugitives in Alicante and Cartagena.

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In today's episode of This is Torrevieja News, Riley covers the highly anticipated restoration of the Rocas Blancas hotel in Santa Pola after 16 years of abandonment.

We also look at Benidorm's 100,000 euro plan to plant 400 new trees to combat extreme heat and support local commerce.

Plus, the Transport Minister officially rejects plans for a second runway at Alicante-Elche airport.

In local crime news, a 45-year-old property manager is arrested in Orihuela for a 17,800 euro fraud, and Torrevieja's Mayor demands more Guardia Civil officers following an 8.3 per cent rise in local crime.

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Welcome to your daily Torrevieja news update for Friday, August 21, 2026.

In today's episode, Riley brings you a mix of community celebrations and important local updates.

We start with Torrevieja marking 35 years of Ukrainian independence, followed by weekend entertainment at the Torrevieja Municipal Theatre, including a candlelight tribute and a hit comedy play.

In local developments, we discuss a proposed temporary third lane for the N-332 to ease traffic and look ahead to 2027 with proposed changes to pub closing times affecting Torrevieja and Orihuela.

We also share a lighthearted story of Guardamar police recovering a handbag using a mobile signal, before diving into the latest crime statistics for Torrevieja and the wider Alicante province, which saw 10,089 offences in Torrevieja last year amid rapid population growth.

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In this episode:

• Brilla Torrevieja Festival: 25,000 music fans celebrate a stellar sixth edition at Parque Antonio Soria.

• Transport Delays: The new Torrevieja municipal bus station project faces a delay until at least 2028.

• Vega Baja Waste: The regional consortium handles over 97,000 tonnes of refuse in the first six months.

• Summer Heatwave: Sizzling overnight temperatures reach up to 39 degrees across the Valencian Community.

• Energy Costs: Electricity bills surge by 17.3% to cross the €100 mark this August.

• Emergency Services: Two people hospitalised after a collision on the N-332, and nearly a kilo of cocaine is uncovered in a repossessed rental car.

• Health Advice from Quirónsalud Torrevieja: Essential tips on protecting loved ones with Alzheimer's from extreme heat and dehydration.

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In today’s bulletin: Torrevieja Town Council awards a new 1.9 million euro home care service contract, lifeguards complete a rapid rescue drill on Los Locos beach, the Constitutional Court maintains the suspension of coastal protection for seaside homes in Guardamar del Segura, car rental company Avis receives a 1 million euro fine over fine-processing fees.

Alicante police rescue a man dangling from a fifth-floor building, and authorities dismantle a migrant smuggling ring operating between Alicante and France.

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In today's evening bulletin: Orihuela City Council moves forward with plans for new tourist accommodation in Horizonte on the Orihuela Costa, a court annuls Torrevieja's beach concession award over an accessibility dispute, and only 10% of Torrevieja's traffic control cameras remain operational as funds shift to the new Low Emission Zone.

Plus, four Vega Baja municipalities are highlighted in regional earthquake emergency plan reports, and health authorities record 64 heat-related deaths across the Valencian Community during the first fortnight of August, with 28 in Alicante province.

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In today's episode for Monday, 17 August 2026, we cover local developments including the approval of a new heated swimming pool for the Torrevieja sports city and the PSOE offering to cooperate on the much-needed N-332 widening project. We also look at a court decision annulling the direct contract for the Torrevieja to Alicante bus route.

In wider regional news, an Orihuela police car crashes on the N-332 after a pursuit, and we cover serious crime updates across the province. We discuss an illegal arms smuggling ring dismantled in Alicante and Benidorm, a father and son arrested in Elche for a home delivery drug operation, and five suspects released in Torrevieja due to a procedural error. Finally, we report on the tragic drowning of a 19-month-old baby in Orihuela.

Listen now for your daily round-up of Torrevieja and Alicante province news, and stay informed on everything happening in your community.

In today's Torrevieja news for Friday 14th August 2026, Mayor Eduardo Dolón demands urgent action over the delayed N-332 widening project, while local police step up preventive road safety controls across the municipality.

Widening out to the region, Elche extends hospitality venue opening hours until six in the morning for La Nit de la Roà, and Alcoy provides rubbish bill discounts to over 800 low-income and elderly families.

In crime news, a man has been arrested for stealing more than 12,000 metres of public lighting cable.

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We start with celebrations as the Real Club Nautico de Torrevieja tops the medal table at the Spanish Beach Sprint Rowing Championship.

We also cover local environmental groups raising objections against a major 1,350-home development near the salt lakes, and local police seizing 108 illegal street vending items in La Mata.

Plus, we report the tragic news of a fatal e-scooter accident in Torrevieja, and bring you wider provincial updates from Benidorm, including four arrests in a 380,000 euro invoice fraud case and a new push for higher quality hotel ratings.

Tune in to stay informed, and visit ThisIsTorrevieja.com for more details.

Catch up on the latest news from Torrevieja and the Alicante province with Riley on today's evening bulletin for Wednesday 12th August 2026.

In this episode:

• Solar eclipse updates: Brilla Torrevieja adjusts festival times and the salt lake hosts a special guided viewing experience at the pink lagoon.

• Transport news: Renfe announces 1,130 replacement bus journeys between Crevillent and Torrellano due to railway maintenance work next week.

• Crime and local news: Guardia Civil arrest fraudsters in Novelda over a fake holiday rental scheme, while police in Alcoy identify suspects in a viral assault case.

• Safety warning: A tragic drowning in Santa Pola prompts fresh health warnings regarding sea safety.

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