Scare for passengers as bird strike forces plane to abort flight just after take-off
The pilot had to circle for 25 minutes to burn off enough fuel to ensure a safe landing back in Gran Canaria…
Burglar arrested for breaking into and robbing four bars and restaurants
He targeted premises that don’t have alarms smashing tills and cigarette machines…
One lucky ticket holder wins €88 million lottery jackpot in the Canary Islands
They spent five euros on tickets to claim one of the biggest prizes ever awarded in Spain…
Man arrested in the Canary Islands for attempted murder in broad daylight
The victim is in critical condition in hospital, but a dead body has also been found that police believe is related to the incident…
Hammerhead shark spotted swimming in a port in the Canary Islands
It is unusual for them to come this close to the shore but don’t pose a threat if left alone…
Beach closed in the Canary Islands due to the presence of poisonous Blue Dragon fish
It will remain closed for swimming until the area is deemed safe…
Police seize 289 kilograms of cocaine in drug bust in the Canary Islands
It was wrapped in waterproof sacks and concealed in the refrigeration system of the boat…
Jail for nightclub bouncer accused of killing a British tourist in the Canary Islands
At first it was thought the man had a heart attack from drink and drugs, but marks on his neck confirmed he had been killed…
Protest organisers urge Gran Canaria government to halt tourism expansion plans
They intend to build over 129,000 new tourist beds effectively doubling the current capacity of the island…
Police arrest three men who robbed others at knifepoint after using a cash machine
The victims had just withdrawn money from an ATM when the trio followed them and threatened them with a knife…
Renovation plans for Maspalomas Golf Course include a new hotel and 19 villas
The whole area will benefit with new roads, pavements, lighting, and a higher quality luxurious destination…
Woman found dead in her home in Gran Canaria
Neighbours called the emergency services because they hadn’t seen her for several days…
Emergency alert for extreme heat of 100 degrees Fahrenheit in Gran Canaria
Temperatures are forecast to reach 38°C (100 degrees Fahrenheit) with a haze. More info here…
Gran Canaria officially confirmed as hosts for the 2030 World Cup
They are one of Spain's 11 stadiums with six in Morrocco and three in Portugal as they are hosting the tournament together…
Drama as a boat with 65 people, including a baby onboard, arrives at Las Burras Beach
Several of the passengers collapsed on the beach from exhaustion and twelve were taken to hospital…
Clampdown on illegal actions of cannabis clubs continues as four more raided
14 people have been arrested in Playa del Ingles and Las Palmas for illegally selling drugs via "Cannabis Associations"
Bizarre discovery as police respond to traffic accident in Gran Canaria
In the back of the smashed up van they found a man quite happily sitting in a household armchair!
Dead body found in Salto del Negro landfill site
The discovery was made shortly after 8am by a worker in the truck unloading area…
VIDEO: Passengers escape unharmed from bus fire in Gran Canaria
A police patrol car noticed smoke and fire coming from a back wheel and acted quickly…
Fatal accident claims life of 41-year-old driver at Maspalomas Race Circuit
He was part of a private drifting exhibition at the circuit in Gran Canaria…
