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Alicante’s Urbanova Beach, finally campervan free

Over the past week, Urbanova Beach’s scenery has undergone significant transformation. The caravans have vanished from the parking area close to Urbanova Beach after months of homeowners’ concerns about overpopulation. Through a campaign and recent surveillance, the local police have intervened and accomplished what the inhabitants have long sought: the removal of large trucks from the area that, in certain cases, had been there for months.
Up until now, enforcement of municipal ordinances that forbid parking cars wider than five meters in specific locations has been slack. The Local Police have started an “on-site campaign” this week to alert camper van and motorhome owners about the new rules, according to municipal sources. Warnings of potential fines for repeat offences have been sent, even though no consequences have been applied as of yet. To stop a recurrence of the crime, two neighbourhood police officers assigned to the area will also continue to monitor the parking lot.
After months of grievances, the people of Urbanova are relieved by this intervention. The president of the Urbanova citizens’ organisation, María José Molina, emphasises the obvious changes in the neighbourhood. They have eliminated them, or at least there are fewer of them, and it appears like things are progressing. They’ve been informed by the local police, and it’s evident that they’ve acted,” Molina adds.
In addition to reducing beachgoers’ parking options, the overpopulation of these cars in Urbanova caused issues for the neighbourhood. Residents blasted the car parks transformation into a makeshift camping area with the placement of seats, tables, and even tents as an excessive infringement on public space.
The issue of RV parking in Alicante has not been resolved, despite the fact that the work in Urbanova has temporarily freed the area. Owners of these cars are currently forced to look for alternatives on beaches and in residential areas because the city lacks public locations specifically designed for this kind of vehicle.
The only official motorhome parking space on Playa de San Juan was closed in 2021, making matters worse. The area had previously been used for Cirque du Soleil and other events, but it was never reopened. The Institute of Tourism Research at the University of Alicante was commissioned by the Alicante City Council in January of this year to evaluate the financial effects of motorhome tourism and investigate potential remedies. Though it is not ruled out that it would be on the oceanfront or second line, the potential of making municipal land accessible for this usage is being explored.
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Rossmann expands its presence in Torrevieja by opening its second shop

Rossmann, a German drugstore with nearly 66,000 employees, nearly 5,000 shops in nine European countries, and record revenues of over €15 billion in 2024, is doubling its presence in Torrevieja to further solidify its dedication to the Costa Blanca. The second shop in Torrevieja will be open tomorrow, Friday April 11th, and will be providing opening discounts throughout the week.
The multinational has selected the store at centro comercial Las Salinas, on avenida Tirso de Molina 2. Rossmann’s extensive assortment is distinguished by its competitive prices and broad variety, which is complemented by a 400 m² sales area and outdoor parking spaces.
The company will been offering substantial discounts for the entire week, beginning on Friday, as a gesture of goodwill. These discounts include a 10% discount on the entire assortment and an additional 20% off cosmetics, in addition to exceptional deals on a wide range of products. Additionally, promotions are associated with the store’s arrival in Torrevieja. On Saturday, the April 12th, customers who make a minimum purchase of 25 euros will receive complimentary currywurst and beverages from the food truck that is affixed to the store. Furthermore, all attendees are eligible to enter a raffle for a paddle surf outfit.
Rossmann, who possesses more than 50 years of experience, arrived in Spain in 2020 with the objective of revolutionising the drugstore model and catering to all household requirements. It provides a variety of categories, including organic products, sports nutrition, parapharmacy, and food, in addition to drugstores, perfumes, cosmetics, personal hygiene, and infant items. The organisation’s product line integrates Rossmann’s proprietary assortment with its established trademarks, enabling it to specialise and consistently provide customers with the most suitable alternatives.
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Eight insect “hotels” have been installed at the University of Alicante

The University of Alicante (UA) has joined the “ODSesiones” project, which is being promoted by the University of Murcia. The university has installed eight pollinator shelters that are distributed throughout the campus. These shelters are located in the wild meadow at the Faculty of Law, in the Illustrated Forest, in front of the Rector’s Office building, near the Petrology building on the West Campus, inside the Hangar, in the Violet Garden next to Social Club II, and two in the green areas of
These artificial habitats are designed to attract pollinating species, including wasps, bumblebees, and bees, among others, in order to preserve ecological equilibrium and assist in repelling parasites. Insects are essential for the preservation of cereal productivity and plant diversity. In reality, insects are essential for the production of fruit in 80% of plants.
The “ODSesiones” initiative has mobilised nearly 35,000 individuals through more than 600 activities since its inception in 2019, with the objective of increasing awareness of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Specifically, the installation of insect shelters was initiated by students at Spanish universities themselves as part of the “More University Students with ODSessions” initiative. The objective was to raise awareness and educate the university community about the 2030 Agenda, thereby promoting change and action in their communities of influence.
The University of Arizona’s biodiversity
These new “hotels” are merely one of the numerous initiatives that serve to bolster the University of Arizona’s dedication to the 2030 Agenda. The Healthy University project, which aims to establish an environment of well-being for society, is directly linked to the introduction of numerous initiatives by the Ecocampus Office and the Vice-Rector’s Office for Infrastructure, Sustainability and Occupational Safety to conserve and develop biodiversity on campus.
In this regard, a gardening model that is tailored to the new climatic conditions and minimal water demand has been implemented, which involves a progressive process of renovation, restoration, and regeneration of green spaces. Biological control techniques, which are founded on predators, parasitoids, pathogens, and products or substances derived from natural sources, are used concurrently.
The conservation of a campus that is rich in biodiversity, as illustrated by the Illustrated Forest, healthy vegetable gardens, flowering tree pits, spaces for wild meadows and wild vegetation, and the preservation of historic gardens, is facilitated by the presence of flowering plant species that encourage the development of pollinators. Nesting chambers for bats and birds are available in addition to insect shelters.
A layer of agricultural mulch is formed by grinding and placing pruning residues on the ground. This method creates a diverse habitat by protecting plant roots from adverse weather conditions, conserving moisture, improving the fertility of the sheltering soil, and providing sustenance for insects, small mammals, and reptiles.
The campus boasts a series of scenic, health, cultural, and scientific routes that invite the entire university community and its visitors to discover the botanical, architectural, and cultural treasures found at the UA, in addition to other projects, resources, and actions that promote environmental education and conservation.
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Man ran over and killed by his ex-girlfriend in San Pedro

In San Pedro del Pinatar (Murcia), a woman was arrested for the intentional death of her ex-boyfriend by driving over him with a vehicle. The Guardia Civil reported an ongoing case of domestic violence between the two individuals, yet no legal action ensued.
On Wednesday afternoon, April 9th, at approximately 3:15 p.m., the alarm was raised due to the fact that a man was incapacitated after being struck by a vehicle on a busy road that connects the town centre with Pilar de la Horadada del Mojón (Alicante).
Emergency services and local law enforcement responded to the incident. The individual was already deceased when the paramedics arrived, and they were unable to save his life.
Initially, the woman, the victim’s ex-partner, was detained at the San Pedro Comprehensive Security Centre due to the abundant evidence that indicated an intentional hit-and-run.
Subsequently, the Guardia Civil was assigned the case, and the perpetrator was arrested at 4:30 p.m. for the offence of homicide.
The Civil Guard is conducting an inquiry into the circumstances that led to the fatal accident.
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