Just in case you missed it, yesterday morning the Canary Islands apparently suffered from a “major blackout” which “swept the islands” leaving “residents and tourists in the dark” – even though it was 11 o’ clock in the morning.
Two youths, aged 16 and 20, have been arrested in Arrecife in connection with a recent series of fires in the capital.
Two Lanzarote fencing clubs will be among the competitors in the Canarian Campeonato de Espada (Canarian Epee Championship), which will take place this weekend at Arrecife’s Ciudad Deportiva.
Blue Flags will fly over just two of Lanzarote’s beaches this summer, as Puerto del Carmen failed to win a single example of the prestigious accolade for the first time in decades.
There were tears and applause at the Dr José Molina Orosa Hospital yesterday as Dr. Conce Pérez, Head of Pediatrics, was given a warm and emotional send off by past and present colleagues on her retirement.
A car left the main dual carriageway in Tahiche yesterday, rolled over several times and ended up on its roof.
When it comes to unforgettable experiences in Lanzarote, few things compare to cruising along Playa Blanca’s breathtaking coastline with a glass of sparkling wine in hand and a plate of tapas prepared just for you. Thanks to Nerina, the expert private chef behind Event And Catering Solutions Lanzarote, and her collaboration with Mitch of Seascapes Lanzarote, guests can now enjoy a truly elevated culinary journey at sea with the “A Splash of Tapas” tour.
Iberia Express celebrates the month of May with a special promotion. From now until the end of the month, passengers can choose from a selection of food items based on Canarian products.
The third demonstration against the effects of mass tourism will take place on Arrecife’s seafront at 11 am on Sunday 18th May, gathering at the bandstand and marching on the Cabildo building. Until now the venue of the demo had not been confirmed.
A 48-year-old man from Gran Canaria died in the island’s capital, Las Palmas, after reportedly falling from a hotel balcony while taking a selfie.
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