Drivers suffer punctures after sharp objects are deliberately placed on motorway in Gran Canaria
Vehicles were affected on the southbound GC-1 between Vecindario and Playa del Inglés on Wednesday morning…
Customer arrested after threatening hairdresser with a knife in Gran Canaria
Police say the man got a large knife from his car after taking offence at the hairdresser’s comment about his haircut!
Flights cancelled at Tenerife South and Gran Canaria airport due to national strike
Aena confirmed six cancellations by 8.30am this morning (Wednesday) as Spain’s general strike got under way.
Man arrested for assaulting environmental officer at Maspalomas dunes
Police say the man refused to identify himself after being found in a restricted area of the protected nature reserve in Gran Canaria…
UPDATE: Cabildo suspends all organised events indoors and outdoors in Gran Canaria
The restriction applies across the island due to Storm Bruna, and will remain in force until further notice…
25-year-old pedestrian dies after being hit by a car in Playa del Inglés
The incident happened at approximately 11.35pm on Friday night…
Emergency plan activated in Gran Canaria for Storm Bruna
The Cabildo has closed recreational areas, campsites and hostels as the island prepares for the incoming storm...
Teenager arrested after man stabbed in face in Gran Canaria
The injured man asked a neighbour to call emergency services before leaving on a scooter, prompting a police search.
Winter Pride brings a week of global celebration to Maspalomas
The week-long festival runs until Sunday, 8th November, with live shows, pool parties and excursions. The free Pride Walk is set for Saturday…
Dead body of a man found in a ravine behind a school in Gran Canaria
Police have not confirmed the man’s identity or the cause of death…
Injured walker rescued by helicopter after fall in Gran Canaria
The 65-year-old man was taken to hospital in Maspalomas after the accident in Valleseco…
Receptionist among three arrested after money stolen from hotel room in Maspalomas
Police say a room key was allegedly passed to another guest, while a fake hotel email was used to try to stop the holidaymaker reporting the theft.
Seven hospitalised after migrant boat rescued off Gran Canaria
Maritime Rescue brought the boat’s passengers to Arguineguín, where they were assessed by emergency teams.
Police find missing 10-year-old boy in Maspalomas
He was reunited with his family at their hotel after a search by police in the south of Gran Canaria…
Organiser faces fine over ‘puppy’ parade in Maspalomas dunes
Gran Canaria’s Cabildo has identified the organisation behind the walk through a restricted area and says 182 new signs warn visitors about access rules.
Passengers evacuated from plane after bomb threat at Gran Canaria Airport
Passengers and crew were taken to an isolated room after the aircraft was moved to a separate area for security checks.
36-year-old man in critical condition after falling from balcony in Gran Canaria
He was taken to hospital after falling around five metres onto a street in Las Palmas shortly after midnight.
Explore Gran Canaria’s British heritage on a new free guided walk
It will be conducted in English and Spanish, combining local history with live traditional music and a tasting of seasonal foods…
Two arrested over smuggling endangered animals in Gran Canaria
The investigation began when 24 protected bird eggs were found hidden beneath a passenger’s clothing.
Passenger arrested after drugs found in luggage at Gran Canaria Airport
Officers became suspicious of the man's behaviour during routine checks and discovered several packages containing a crystalline substance.
