Entries by Gazette Life

Election knife edge

An opinion poll has predicted a hung parliament followiung the Canarian Governemtn elections in May. Opposing blocs of parties are predicted to tie, each winning 35 seats of the 70-seat legislature.

09/04/2023 by

Jellyfish at Famara

The presence of Portuguese Man of War jellyfish has been reported at Famara beach for the first time in several months. Although the jellyfish are not plentiful, beach users are advised to taker care when entering ther water or walking barefoot, as they can cause painful stings.

09/04/2023 by

Unemployment falls

Unemployment fell by 505 people in Lanzarote last month, official statistics show. The decrease in unemployment was spread evenly over all areas of the island. There are 8,834 officially unemployed on the island in March, with Arrecife heading the list with 4,569 claimants. The figures in other municipalities are: Teguise -1.030; San Bartolomé -967;Tías – […]

08/04/2023 by

Wind Toys delay

César Manrique’s wind toys at the airport and the Tahiche roundabout are not likely to be replaced before the end of the year, Canarias7 reports.

07/04/2023 by

Beach rescue

A 60-year-old British woman was rushed to hospital yesterday after suffering signs of drowning at Playa de las Cucharras in Costa Teguise.

07/04/2023 by

Decorative indoor plant pots

The Flower Power garden centre in Macher has a fantastic range of plant pots and outdoor furniture for your garden, however, did you know that their Decorando shop next door has a stunning range of indoor decorative plant pots?

06/04/2023 by

Last minute tourism boost

Lanzarote’s Tourist Federation has confirmed that bookings for the island have increased in recent weeks, and predicts that the island will see 85% capacity during the Easter Holidays.

06/04/2023 by