Police discover drugs hidden at Kasbah Shopping Centre in Playa del Inglés
A sniffer dog found them whilst on a routine patrol of the area…
Technical issue disrupts check-in and boarding at Gran Canaria Airport
Flights were not allowed to head to the island until the situation resolved due to queues and delays…
Two men arrested for violent robbery of tourist at Canary Islands shopping centre
They ‘befriended’ him then pushed him into a dark corner and stole his wallet, cash, phone, and a watch worth 10,000 euros…
Bonoloto jackpot creates a new millionaire in the Canary Islands
One lucky winner has scooped more than 2.3 million euros for a 50 cent ticket…
Anger as last beach for residents in south Gran Canaria yields to tourism
The port is being changed from cement production to a new sports marina to attract more international holidaymakers…
Maspalomas to have first residential complex development in 25 years
It will have 96 single-family homes offering two and three-bedroom options…
The first tourist tax for accommodation is officially introduced in the Canary Islands
100% of all monies collected will be used for improvements on activities and services in the main tourist areas…
Dead Sei Whale washes ashore a beach in Gran Canaria
The whale carcass, in an advanced state of decomposition, has several signs of shark bites…
Fishing boat fined €250,000 for spilling 200 litres of fuel into the sea
They are also responsible for re-imbursing Maritime Rescue for the costs incurred during the cleanup operation…
Man rescued after attempting to swim to a cruise ship in Las Palmas port
Witnesses alerted the Port Police after spotting the man standing on a pontoon, preparing to jump into the water…
Tragic accident in Playa del Inglés: Woman fatally run over by pickup truck while sunbathing
The driver of the truck, that was servicing kiosks on the beach, claims he didn’t realise he’d driven over her…
FIFA officially confirm Gran Canaria as a 2030 World Cup host venue
The stadium will host several group-stage matches and possibly a quarter final…
Las Canteras prepares to unveil its iconic sand nativity scene
This is the 19th edition of the sand sculptures and brings together artists from all over the world, including one from Ireland…
Guardia Civil neutralise ‘explosive material’ at a high school in the Canary Islands
The TEDAX Bomb Squad were called in as it is “more potent than dynamite”
Minimum bus services will operate in Gran Canaria during two day public transport strike
The strike is set for today (Thursday) and tomorrow (Friday) across the Canary Islands and Spain…
Samuel L. Jackson spotted dining at popular pizzeria in the Canary Islands
He is filming a new action movie called The Beast, in which he plays the president of the United States…
Forest fire alert declared in Gran Canaria due to extreme weather conditions
The weekend is expected to bring even more intense heat, with temperatures potentially reaching 40°C in inland areas…
Two nightlife venues fined €36,000 for serious regulatory breaches
The venues in Meloneras have continued to break sound laws and ignored order to comply with their licences…
5-year-old child seriously injured after being hit by a car in the Canary Islands
He suffered a serious head injury and is being treated at the Maternal and Children’s Hospital in Las Palmas…
Police dismantle drug ring run by 'Hells Angels' members in the Canary Islands
The investigation began after the discovery of multiple drug-selling points controlled by members of the biker gang…
