Málaga basketball player recovering after six days in intensive care
Juan Francisco L.M., 24, underwent emergency surgery for a depressed skull fracture after falling during a municipal league match in El Palo.
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Unions call for security guards in Málaga health centres after Churriana incident
UGT says staff faced verbal abuse and threats at the district’s health centre on 16 October, and argues the reported incidents point to a wider safety problem.
Parauta mayor says she will not join reality TV for now
Katrin Ortega confirms receiving television offers but says she has neither agreed to nor signed up for a programme.
Storm Adam prompts 117 flood-damage claims in Málaga province
Claims to Spain’s public insurance compensation scheme mainly concern Málaga city’s eastern districts and Rincón de la Victoria, with reports covering damage from 16 to 18 October.
Marbella has cleaned more than 19,000 drains so far this year
The council says more than 80% of its scheduled maintenance is complete, with further work planned across the municipality in October and November.
New northern road entrance to Málaga’s Plaza Mayor targeted for February 2027
A tunnel beneath the commuter railway is complete, clearing the most complex stage of a project linking the shopping centre to the former N-340.
Roman necropolis uncovered during Málaga Metro works
Excavations on Calle Hilera have documented 984 burial complexes and the remains of more than 1,000 people, dating from the second to fourth centuries AD.
Families stage school-lunch protest at three Málaga-area schools
Parents planned lunchtime picnics in Málaga city and Rincón de la Victoria to protest the quality and quantity of pupils’ canteen meals.
Mijas cleaning worker arrested over alleged thefts from cars in La Cala
The Guardia Civil said CCTV from a nearby business helped identify the municipal cleaning-service employee during a night shift.
Málaga court upholds €9,535 school-fee order against Torremolinos parents
The Provincial Court rejected the parents’ appeal over fees for the second term of the 2022–23 school year, finding no evidence the school had barred their children from lessons.
Man arrested after knife incident brought traffic to a halt near Teba
Police detained the suspect at the junction of the A-7278 and A-367 after reports that he threatened drivers and struck vehicles with a knife.
People aged over 90 account for a growing share of deaths in Málaga province
INE figures cited in a local report show the group’s share of deaths between January and August rose from 16.1% in 2016 to 21.4% in 2026.
Three Málaga villages have residents aged 90 and over making up more than 4% of the population
INE figures cited by SUR put Faraján, Genalguacil and Parauta at the top of the provincial list by proportion, though their populations are small.
Vélez-Málaga rubbish charge survives first court challenge, but tax case remains open
The Andalusian High Court has rejected a PSOE appeal against the town’s waste-management regulations. A separate challenge to the by-law governing the charge has yet to be decided.
Man with kitchen knife arrested in Málaga’s Cruz de Humilladero district
National Police detained and disarmed the man on Thursday night after responding to reports that he was carrying a knife in public.
Cartaojal switches on Christmas lights weeks ahead of Antequera centre
The hamlet near Antequera has had festive illuminations since mid-October, after decorations installed as part of a wider municipal contract proved popular with residents.
Jaén producers to bring olive oils, wine and artisan food to SUR Wines & Gourmet
Fifteen companies will present products under the Degusta Jaén brand at the Costa del Sol trade event, including early-harvest oils, local wines, vermouth and handmade foods.
Atlas lion cubs born at Selwo Aventura in Estepona
The pair, born to parents from European zoos, are part of a conservation programme for a subspecies that has been extinct in the wild since the 1950s.
Málaga selected for planned passenger and cargo drone trials in 2028
The proposed test flights would link Málaga city with Marbella and Vélez-Málaga, with a route to Almería also mentioned in the announcement.
Marbella council health and consumer services portal lists local programmes and contacts
The municipal department’s website brings together information on health campaigns, animal welfare, consumer services and water testing, with its office based on Calle Caballeros.
Marbella produce business Frutas y Verduras Eladio marks 20 years
The company celebrated its anniversary at the Hotel Don Carlos, as Mayor Ángeles Muñoz highlighted its role in supplying the hospitality sector and its plans to expand in Spain.
Marbella council holds technical session on new urban plan
More than 100 professionals from the sector attended a municipal briefing on how to apply the General Municipal Planning Plan.
Marbella’s Oakmond wellness resort breaks ground, with opening planned for 2029
The €260m-plus project will redevelop the former Incosol hotel and combine accommodation with a medical clinic focused on prevention, early diagnosis and personalised care.
Marbella approves changes to 15 planning rules, with completion targeted for 2027
The package would widen permitted uses for industrial, commercial, hotel and community sites, and allow extra height in some historic-centre areas. It must still pass environmental review, public consultation and other approvals.
San Pedro Alcántara marks its feria’s main day with patron-saint celebrations
The October 19 programme began with Mass at the parish church and continued with a procession through local streets, drawing residents and visitors, according to Marbella City Council.
Marbella begins €1.2m overhaul of La Florida Sur infrastructure
The eight-month project covers about 3,300 square metres and includes new water and sewage networks, LED streetlights and a redesigned pedestrian-friendly street layout.
San Pedro business association receives €27,000 grant from Marbella council
The funding for Apymespa is intended to support training, advice and representation for local small and medium-sized businesses.
San Pedro Alcántara Feria opens with more than 200 daily security staff
Marbella’s mayor inaugurated the daytime fair on 14 October, highlighting a multi-agency operation and drink-testing wristbands available at the Punto Morado.
Marbella launches €19 monthly parking pass for sports-card holders
The Telpark deal allows holders of the municipal Carnet del Deportista to park for up to two hours a day at the Paseo Marítimo Marbella Center car park.
Marbepop turns 40 with festival proceeds going to Marbella animal charity
The 24 October event at La Represa will sell reusable cups for an extra €1 with the first drink, donating the proceeds to Triple A.
Marbella to announce Telpark parking promotion for local sports participants
Sports councillor Lisandro Vieytes is scheduled to outline the offer at Marbell Center on Friday, 23 October; the municipal agenda does not specify its terms.
Marbella’s autumn events calendar lists dance festival and San Pedro cycling day
The municipal agenda includes TodoDanza from 3 October to 6 November, alongside concerts, exhibitions and a guided-visit programme.
Free weekend visits available at Marbella’s Río Verde Roman villa
The archaeological site on Calle Carlos Posac Mon opens on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays from 10.30am to 1.30pm.
Rare Salvador Dalí book and print set on show in Marbella
The Museo del Grabado Español Contemporáneo is displaying a complete edition of Diez recetas de inmortalidad until 15 November.
Marbella exhibition honours photographer Mercedes Medina Palma
More than 30 analogue photographs by the long-time student are on display at the Parque de Miraflores centre through 19 June 2027.
Paloma Biyú photography exhibition opens at Marbella’s Cortijo Miraflores
The exhibition runs from 8 to 30 October at the Centro Cultural Cortijo Miraflores, featuring surreal portraits and vivid, digitally altered imagery.