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€1,000 fine after caught using disabled parking permit belonging to a deceased person
€1,000 fine after caught using disabled parking permit belonging to a deceased person

Fraudulent use of disability parking permits can lead to criminal charges and six months in jail…

Two arrested in Gran Canaria over violent 'mataleón' robbery of female victim
Two arrested in Gran Canaria over violent 'mataleón' robbery of female victim

They targeted her on the way to the airport and rendered her unconscious with a broken nose and a head injury…

46-year-old woman seriously injured after being run over in Gran Canaria
46-year-old woman seriously injured after being run over in Gran Canaria

She suffered a serious leg injury and was rushed to hospital in an ambulance…

Mogán Council unable to find builders for affordable residential housing projects
Mogán Council unable to find builders for affordable residential housing projects

The mayor has called on the Canary Islands Government to raise budget to attract developers…

Loro Parque Fundación shines on World Oceans Day with Gala in Gran Canaria
Loro Parque Fundación shines on World Oceans Day with Gala in Gran Canaria

The evening was marked by a strong spirit of support for marine conservation and raising awareness about marine biodiversity…

Gran Canaria gears up for a weekend of festivals and celebrations
Gran Canaria gears up for a weekend of festivals and celebrations

There are more than 20 events across the island from Pride Parades and drag shows to foam parties and live music…

Prisoner exposes himself to female officer at Gran Canaria jail
Prisoner exposes himself to female officer at Gran Canaria jail

The inmate was completely naked and masturbating while staring directly at the officer…

12-year-old girl found walking inside San José Tunnel in Las Palmas
12-year-old girl found walking inside San José Tunnel in Las Palmas

There is an official investigation to determine how the child ended up inside the busy and dangerous tunnel…

Two men arrested in Gran Canaria in possession of 910 ecstasy pills
Two men arrested in Gran Canaria in possession of 910 ecstasy pills

They were stopped at a police checkpoint where officers noticed an unusual bulge in one of the men’s trousers…

Hiker airlifted from Roque Nublo after medical emergency
Hiker airlifted from Roque Nublo after medical emergency

She was stabilised at the site before being airlifted to hospital for further treatment…

King Felipe VI to lead military display in Gran Canaria
King Felipe VI to lead military display in Gran Canaria

Public invited to watch military exercise featuring the Navy, Army, and Air Force for Armed Forces Day…

Teenager caught trying to steal a motorbike in Gran Canaria
Teenager caught trying to steal a motorbike in Gran Canaria

Police confirm the 19-year-old was subject to an arrest warrant at the time of the incident…

VIDEO: Drunk passenger punches flight attendant and causes panic on TUI flight from the Canary Islands
VIDEO: Drunk passenger punches flight attendant and causes panic on TUI flight from the Canary Islands

Shocking moment man arrested after mid-air outburst shouting “this plane is going to crash”

‘Like Minecraft in real life’: Gran Canaria unveils first 3D-printed building in Spain
‘Like Minecraft in real life’: Gran Canaria unveils first 3D-printed building in Spain

60% of the building work was done with robots and 3D printers making construction quicker and more efficient than usual methods...

Truck driver seriously injured after plunging 15 metres down slope in Gran Canaria
Truck driver seriously injured after plunging 15 metres down slope in Gran Canaria

Rescue operation involved two ambulances, fire crews, and a medical helicopter…

Large plume of smoke near Gran Canaria Shopping Centre causes alarm
Large plume of smoke near Gran Canaria Shopping Centre causes alarm

Firefighters confirmed that the fire was deliberately lit in a nearby ravine known for building up dry grass, debris and rubbish…

Dubai-inspired ice cream goes viral in Gran Canaria
Dubai-inspired ice cream goes viral in Gran Canaria

The new flavour is being described as a luxurious take on the classic scoop with pistachio syrup and crispy kataifi pastry…

Meloneras starts construction of five new hotels after 14 years of no building
Meloneras starts construction of five new hotels after 14 years of no building

This is part of a large-scale redevelopment plan approved by the San Bartolomé de Tirajana (Maspalomas) local council…

Man dies after crane falls on him in Gran Canaria
Man dies after crane falls on him in Gran Canaria

The accident occurred at noon this Friday, emergency services confirmed the man's death upon arrival…

Quevedo fever draws fans from London to concert in Gran Canaria
Quevedo fever draws fans from London to concert in Gran Canaria

The lad from Las Palmas is a prominent Spanish singer and songwriter known for his unique blend of reggaeton, trap, and Latin pop…