1,500 weapons seized in the Canary Islands are melted and recycled into everyday objects
They included a large number of shotguns as well as rifles, pistols, revolvers, air guns, spearguns, and knives…
British expat warns against ‘love padlock’ vandalism in Lanzarote
He has said there are growing environmental problems as plastic padlocks spread across the island…
Endangered giant manta ray seen in Canary Island waters
The endangered giant manta ray is typically found in tropical waters, such as those in Hawaii or the Caribbean…
200 migrants in boats rescued near Lanzarote over the weekend
The influx is placing strain on the reception centre in Arrecife which only has an official capacity of 300 but frequently exceeds this…
Beatriz Hotels saved by London investment fund
The Beatriz hotels in Costa Teguise and Puerto del Carmen get a new lease of life and have their future secured…
Amputee turtle returns to the sea
The injured loggerhead has now been released at Playa Bastián to continue its life in the Atlantic…
53 migrants rescued from a drifting boat near Lanzarote
A fishing boat spotted them in the middle of the night and informed rescue services as they had run out of fuel…
Shuttle bus bursts into flames in Playa Blanca
A column of thick black smoke was visible across most of the southern part of the island…
Passenger dies on EasyJet flight to Lanzarote
The airline has expressed its condolences and offers full support to the passenger’s family and friends…
Unfinished sports hall in Playa Blanca faces more delays
The construction firm’s bankruptcy left the project half-finished, prompting Yaiza Town Hall to take legal steps to cancel the contract…
New seating area for Mercadona’s ready-to-eat meals
The supermarket’s Listo para Comer section now has chairs and tables for customers to enjoy freshly prepared meals on site…
Four-year extension granted for new luxury hotel in Playa Blanca
The five-star hotel scheme faces further delays, with no building work yet underway…
Woman found dehydrated after being trapped in her home
The woman was dehydrated and disoriented after four days without assistance…
Elderly man chokes to death at the Los Dolores Festival
Festival organisers cancelled the fireworks but continued other events with the family’s approval…
Early-morning crash leaves car overturned in Lanzarote
The LZ-2 was briefly disrupted while crews dismantled a barrier to recover the vehicle…
Passenger on boat trip saves woman from drowning in Lanzarote
The crew of the boat spotted her struggling in the water and recued her, when a passenger identified herself as a nurse…
