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Villajoyosa bridge to be widened further

In the ongoing rehabilitation project, the Calle Cervantes bridge over the Rio Amadorio will be widened by one metre in excess of the original plan. The bridge restoration project, which was initiated in November 2024 and was draughted in 2021, initially concentrated on the correction of damage caused by the passage of time, including water leaks and humidity in the structure. The local government has made the decision to incorporate significant technical and functional modifications in order to ensure the long-term durability of the infrastructure and substantially improve accessibility and mobility on the bridge, as explained by the councillor for urban planning, Pedro Ramis. Specifically, the works have revealed deficiencies in past expansions.

Between 1840 and 1878, this infrastructure was constructed. The board was subsequently expanded in the 1950s, and the modifications were implemented to organise the pavements and lights. Ramis elucidates that ‘until the pavement of one of the sidewalks was raised, it was discovered that a fundamental component of the board that was the subject of expansion in the 1950s was inadequately executed. This was due to the fact that the load distribution slab, which was intended to anchor both the railing and the lights, had not been completed. Consequently, a much more ambitious action was necessary, not merely a restoration, but a structural one, to guarantee the stability of this fun

The project will be modified to include the construction of a new concrete slab, which will enhance the bridge’s total width and allow for the creation of pavements that are approximately two metres wide. Similarly, the railing and luminaires will be replaced with more contemporary and lightweight components, which will also contribute to the expansion of the functional width.

At present, efforts are being made to finalise the project’s specifics, assess the cost, and predict the duration of execution for these modifications. The local government’s objective is to minimise the inconvenience to citizens by completing the works in the minimum possible time. This bridge is a critical component of the municipality’s mobility infrastructure, as it facilitates both pedestrian and vehicular traffic. It links the Plaça de la Generalitat to Carrer Cervantes.

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Paraglider injured after bad landing in Parcent, north of Altea

A 38-year-old male sustained injuries yesterday, Saturday April 5th, as a result of an accident that occurred during the landing of a paraglider in the Camí del Barranquet area of Parcent, about 40 kms north of Altea.

The Alicante Provincial Fire Consortium promptly mobilised a rescue helicopter (Alpha 01) and members of the Special Rescue Group (GER) upon receiving the alert.

The victim sustained severe back pain and multiple injuries, according to Consortium sources. In order to continue with his evacuation, it was necessary to conduct a helicopter rescue due to the challenge of accessing the site.

The victim was transported to the San Vicente Fire Station, where he was transported to the Alicante General Hospital for additional medical evaluation and treatment by ambulance.

The emergency teams’ prompt response enabled the safe execution of the rescue, thereby reducing the time necessary for medical assistance to be administered to the injured individual.

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El Palmeral Park in Alicante will be closed for a week

El Palmeral Park in Alicante will be closed from Monday, April 7th to Friday, April 11th, Alicante council has announced. Renovation work that has been ongoing for months is being finalised.

In order to finalise all tasks and ensure that the park is prepared for its reopening, they will implement a temporary closure. The council has stated that upon its restoration, a more comprehensive and accessible space will be provided for the enjoyment of all ages.

The works are a component of a project that commenced in 2021, despite the numerous obstacles that have arisen along the way, including changes in the company, deadline extensions, and budget adjustments. However, the conclusion is imminent, and tangible enhancements are imminent.

These are some of the primary new features that are being integrated into the park:

Four expansive facilities that are inclusive, ensuring that all children can participate, irrespective of their capabilities.
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Two new callisthenics spaces have been established to facilitate outdoor training without the necessity of a gym.
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There are five picnic areas, which makes it an excellent option to dine in the park once more.
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The pier, access sites, and roads have been renovated due to their significant deterioration.
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A new water collection and chlorination system has been installed in the canals and lakes, which have been renovated.
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Enhanced verdant spaces, including additional shade and new vegetation.
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All of this was accomplished with an investment of over 800,000 euros in one of the most frequently visited areas in the southern region of the city.

Saturday, April 12th, is the intended date for the reopening. If all proceeds according to plan, El Palmeral Park in Alicante will reopen with all of these improvements completed and accessible to the public.

Therefore, it will be necessary to wait for a few days. However, it is time to revisit this verdant area and uncover a new perspective: one that is more contemporary, more comfortable, and offers a plethora of opportunities for spending the day.

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Man arrested for fraud, document forgery and burglary in Elche

In Elche (Alicante), a 34-year-old man has been apprehended for allegedly destroying the key safe of a tourist flat in order to defraud numerous individuals who were interested in renting it through an advertisement website.

The arrested individual is purported to have forced open the keysafe of the tourist flat in the La Hoya district of Elche in order to enter and change the lock, according to investigative sources. He subsequently posted a fraudulent advertisement on a website, assuming the identity of the owner, and showed the interior to potential clients.

A woman reported that she had booked the vacation rental through the aforementioned listing website and was shown the interior of the house by the alleged proprietor.

When the time came to move in, she paid €1,350. However, the door would not open when she attempted to use the keys. Then, an additional complaint was received from a victim who had reserved the same property through the online portal and had paid a total of €600. They too were unable to gain entry.

The suspect had been previously arrested for the same offences at the same vacation property in La Hoya, for a prior fraud of 3,350 euros, according to police investigations.

The National Police apprehended him for two alleged offences of fraud: falsifying documents and robbery with force, as he presented himself with an identity on each occasion.