News

Arrecife’s April Fair

Arrecife has announced an April Fair for this weekend, the first to be held in the capital.

Shared solar supply

The first shared self-sufficient solar panel installation has been presented at Lanzarote's Chamber of Commerce.

Child treated for whiplash

A two-year-old child was taken to hospital to be treated for whiplash after a collision between two cars in Arrecife yesterday.

Playa Blanca enjoys Queen tribute concert

The sunny southern town of Playa Blanca enjoyed Queen’s discography this weekend, as tribute act Momo and his band performed all the hits.

Motorcyclist injured on dirt track

A motorcyclist has been taken to the hospital in Arrecife after suffering an injury while riding a motocross bike on a track in Mala.

Car accident in Playa Blanca

The emergency services were called to a car that had hit a lamppost and overturned in Playa Blanca yesterday evening.

Four pateras in a day

Four pateras containing 160 migrants were intercepted off the coasts of Lanzarote yesterday.

Doña Efigenia dies

Efigenia Torres Martín, one of the most respected craftswomen on the island, has died at the age of 75.

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.

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.