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Man arrested in Fuerteventura for drink-driving and drug offences
Man arrested in Fuerteventura for drink-driving and drug offences

He was stopped by officers and found to be more than three times over the legal alcohol limit with s stash of drugs in his car…

Man killed in head-on crash between a car and a lorry in Fuerteventura
Man killed in head-on crash between a car and a lorry in Fuerteventura

Paramedics were unable to save the man who was trapped in his vehicle after the collision…

Fuerteventura airport to extend opening hours from November
Fuerteventura airport to extend opening hours from November

The later closing time aims to increase flight options and strengthen links to the island…

Man arrested for stabbing during a fight in a Fuerteventura street
Man arrested for stabbing during a fight in a Fuerteventura street

The victim suffered moderate injuries and was rushed to hospital for treatment…

18-year-old woman in critical condition after quad bike crash in the Canary Islands
18-year-old woman in critical condition after quad bike crash in the Canary Islands

A second person sustained minor injuries in the accident in Fuerteventura…

Man fighting for life after car overturns in crash in Fuerteventura
Man fighting for life after car overturns in crash in Fuerteventura

The 66-year-old driver is in hospital in a critical state…

Two men jailed after brutal robbery in Caleta de Fuste
Two men jailed after brutal robbery in Caleta de Fuste

They attacked a man with a belt buckle, threatened him with knives, and stole his phone…

La Oliva Council to terminate Red Cross contract for beach lifeguards
La Oliva Council to terminate Red Cross contract for beach lifeguards

A series of sanctions have been issued against the Red Cross for repeated failures to meet safety standards…

Environmental concerns raised over jet ski circuit near protected waters in Fuerteventura
Environmental concerns raised over jet ski circuit near protected waters in Fuerteventura

There are calls for scrutiny after controversial biologist signs off the report dismissing impact on endangered marine life…

Man stabbed during late-night fight in a bar in Corralejo
Man stabbed during late-night fight in a bar in Corralejo

The extent of the victim’s injuries has not been officially confirmed, though reports suggest he sustained at least one serious wound…

Fuerteventura Cabildo launches free drone pilot training for the public
Fuerteventura Cabildo launches free drone pilot training for the public

The aim is to educate drone users and help them get the correct certification for both recreational and professional use…

Renovation of Puerto del Rosario promenade is completed
Renovation of Puerto del Rosario promenade is completed

Upgraded seafront aims to enhance accessibility, sustainability and visitor experience in the capital of Fuerteventura…

British tourist dies following unprovoked attack in Caleta de Fuste
British tourist dies following unprovoked attack in Caleta de Fuste

He had been in a coma since December after spending Christmas in Fuerteventura with his sister…

Fuerteventura struggling to contain surging tourist numbers
Fuerteventura struggling to contain surging tourist numbers

New figures show the island saw a 7.8% rise in visitor numbers compared to the same period in 2024…

World's largest classic sailing ship docks in Puerto del Rosario
World's largest classic sailing ship docks in Puerto del Rosario

This majestic vessel holds the Guinness World Record for the largest square-rigged ship in service…

3-year-old girl in serious condition after drowning incident at hotel pool in Fuerteventura
3-year-old girl in serious condition after drowning incident at hotel pool in Fuerteventura

Lifeguards at the hotel rescued the child from the water showing signs of drowning and began administering first aid…

Holiday couple attacked with pepper spray and a knife while using an ATM in Costa calma
Holiday couple attacked with pepper spray and a knife while using an ATM in Costa calma

The male victim was stabbed in the torso as their attackers tried to steal the female tourist’s handbag…

Environmental group demands immediate demolition of two RIU Hotels in Corralejo Dunes
Environmental group demands immediate demolition of two RIU Hotels in Corralejo Dunes

The demand comes in the wake of a recent ruling by Spain’s Constitutional Court, which gave the green light for the demolition…

Man arrested after attacking a woman with a knife in a public street
Man arrested after attacking a woman with a knife in a public street

He is well-known to police and already has a criminal record…

European Space Agency tests new Moon Navigation System in the Canary Islands
European Space Agency tests new Moon Navigation System in the Canary Islands

The islands have a unique landscape that closely resembles lunar terrain, making them an ideal location for testing space exploration technology…