Tee Party
Fun was had by all in Campoamar as it turned red and white as La Siesta Golf Society gathered to play for the St George’s Cup.
The day began with gin and tonics and cupcakes, helping raise money for MABS, the charity chosen by Captain Tim for 2025.
The match was a close one. Jacs Boswell and Siobhan Cassidy both finished with 43 points, but Jacs took the win after a countback. The day ended with dinner and dancing at the Campoamor Golf Club.
MABS offers help to people of all nationalities. If you live on the Costa Blanca and need support or more details, call (+34) 634 311 690.
Pool Patrol
Are you a qualified lifeguard? If so, Rio Safari in Elche wants YOU! They’re currently looking for staff to join their team at the Splash Park this summer.
If you’re interested, send your CV to: cv.acuatico@riosafari.com.
Wild Wonders
Torrevieja has announced extended opening hours for the Natural History Museum. In addition to its usual schedule, Wednesdays and Fridays for educational groups and Sunday mornings for the public, the museum will now open on Friday afternoons from 4:00pm to 7:00pm during May and June. A guided tour will take place at 5:00pm for visitors.
Take advantage of this chance to explore the museum, sign up through the link: acortar.link/tfd4UA.
Community Heroes
Aspe was honoured to receive a plaque of appreciation from the Catarroja Council, recognising the support provided by the people of Aspe following the DANA disaster in Valencia.
The council expressed their gratitude, recalling how, during those challenging days, many volunteers from Aspe came together to help. Dozens of local residents travelled to Catarroja to assist with the clean-up efforts. The Council coordinated the operation, providing buses to help with transportation.
Bobbies on the Beat
To maintain a stable Local Police force, Pinoso has recently hired three new interim officers. This decision was made due to various circumstances, including two long-term sick leaves and the transfer of two officers to other forces in the province. The town took advantage of the selection process held in December 2024, which created a job pool for hiring temporary Local Police officers.
Given the urgent need for additional personnel, the town moved forward with the hiring process. The new officers have now been officially introduced and have taken their oath before the Mayor of Pinoso, Lázaro Azorín.
Title Quest
To celebrate the 500th anniversary of Villena being granted city status, a series of dramatised tours are being held in the historic centre. These tours will take place on May 10 and 11, and you can book your spot online at www.turismovillena.com.
The tour, which lasts just over an hour, offers a glimpse into Villena’s history in the 16th century. Participants will walk through the town centre, visiting key historic landmarks like Atalaya Castle and the churches of Santa María and Santiago. The dramatisation is an interactive performance where actors help participants search for the lost city title. The event is titled “1525 Villena and the Lost Title.”
The tours will run from 6:00pm to 10:00pm, on Saturday, and from 10:00am to 2:00pm on Sunday. Each session will be limited to 25 participants.
Petanca Shuffle
Torrevieja’s U3A group is no longer running its Sunday Petanca. The group will now meet on Saturday afternoons at 3:00pm, and members should arrive by 2:45pm.
Membership in U3A is not determined by age but by the stage of life following full-time employment and family responsibilities. There are no age, ethnic, or cultural restrictions for membership. U3A believes in learning, laughing, and living, encouraging individuals to help each other by sharing knowledge, skills, interests, and experience.
The organisation demonstrates the enjoyment and benefits that come with continuous learning, celebrates the capabilities and potential of individuals in the Third Age, and recognises their value to society.
The many diverse activity groups at U3A are run by members, who are welcome to take the lead and organise new groups according to their interests and expertise, with no formal accreditation or qualifications required. For further details, contact Michelle Johnson, the Groups Liaison Officer, by email at u3agroupsliaison@gmail.com.
Full House
Alicante experienced a full house this Easter, with hotel and apartment block occupancy reaching 95 per cent, according to the Provincial Hotel Association (APHA).
Councillor for Tourism, Ana Poquet, highlighted that the Easter figures were very positive, continuing the strong performance seen in recent months. She added that the low season has now come to an end, and the city is anticipating a successful summer for both the tourism sector and the city as a whole.
“Alicante’s streets were lively throughout Easter, a celebration declared of National Tourist Interest,” confirmed the councillor. “The good weather during this time was also described as exceptional for the hospitality sector, according to local associations.”
The councillor also mentioned that May is expected to start strong, with Thursday, May 1, being a national holiday for the Santa Faz celebration, and Friday, May 2, a holiday in Madrid. This will create a long weekend, likely bringing thousands of visitors from Madrid.
Instant Updates
The Redován Council has introduced RedApp, a new free messaging service via WhatsApp that will keep residents and visitors informed in real-time with news, such as announcements, cultural events, activities, emergencies, power or water outages, subsidies, and more.
RedApp operates as a one-way communication channel, meaning it will only be used for sending information. This ensures a clear and organised flow of messages without overload
José Najar, Councillor for Transparency, stated, “With RedApp, we take another step towards transparency and good governance. We are committed to being an open, approachable, and connected administration that listens and communicates clearly.”
How does RedApp work? It’s simple: users need to save the number (+34) 652 101 700 in their contacts and send a WhatsApp message with the word “ALTA” (Sign Up). After receiving a welcome message, users will start receiving key updates.
The service will be active every day from 8:00am to 10:00pm, and will also be used for emergency communications.
Users can easily sign up or unsubscribe by sending “ALTA” to sign up or “BAJA” to unsubscribe.
Festival of Nations
From May 9 to 11, the Festival of Nations will take place on the Ciudad Quesada estate in Rojales, celebrating Europe Day (May 9).
This popular event is the perfect place for a weekend stroll. Visitors can enjoy stalls, handmade crafts, and live demonstrations. It’s a chance to explore a small but creative corner of the Costa Blanca, thanks to the work of Amata, an organisation that supports traditional arts and crafts.
Around 25 stalls will be set up in Plaza Blanca (just type “Calle Blanca” into Google Maps). Everything on display is handmade by the sellers themselves, no factory-made items, no reselling. Just original pieces made with care.
If you are curious about how things are made, stop by one of the live demos happening over the weekend. These short, informal sessions on Saturday and Sunday give you a peek at the skills behind the crafts.
The fair opens at 6:00pm on Friday, May 9, then runs from 11:00am to 9:00pm on Saturday and Sunday. You can find the full programme online at puebloartesano.es/rojales.
