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Grapevines dominate Lanzarote agriculture

Three quarters of all farmland on Lanzarote is now devoted to grapevines, according to recent statistics from the Cabildo. The figures reflect recent high demand for local wines and the resulting increase in grape prices.

Grapevines dominate Lanzarote agriculture

Three quarters of all farmland on Lanzarote is now devoted to grapevines, according to recent statistics from the Cabildo. The figures reflect recent high demand for local wines and the resulting increase in grape prices.

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Taxi pact required

José Valle, the President of Lanzarote's Chamber of Commerce, has been holding meetings with taxi drivers in an attempt to reach an island-wide agreement governing the sector.

Cooler days

The unseasonably good weather we've been enjoying appears to be coming to an end, as Arrecife awakens to light rainfall.

Hiker falls

A 62-year-old hiker was rescued yesterday after suffering a fall on the Volcán de la Corona in Haría.

Cyclist hit in car accident

A cyclist has been seriously injured after being hit by a car in the Yaiza municipality.

VII Bocata Tour winners

Tinajo’s VII Bocata food event has come to an end. The 7th edition saw 10 establishments take part with three participants winning 100 euros each and the Malpeis Brewery taking home the prize for their “El Costillote” burger.

Record Fair

A record fair will take place this Saturday afternoon from 1pm at the Bar Asturias in Arrecife.

Bus drivers wanted

Increased demand for public transport has meant that Arrecife Bus, Lanzarote's main bus company, is seeking drivers.

Matagorda crash

A 30-year-old driver suffered serious injuries this morning when he crashed into a palm tree in Puerto del Carmen.

Parking plans in Puerto del Carmen

Tías Mayor Juan José Cruz has said that he is looking for businessmen to invest in car parks in Puerto del Carmen, and announced that the planned underground parking area near Hotel Fariones will now not go ahead.

The new Kebab House

The new Kebab House brings authentic spit roast Döner Kebabs in the centre of Playa Blanca. Here’s what the menu offers:

Temperatures forecast to drop

AEMET have forecast a drop in temperature towards the end of the week, with a high chance of rain.

Free bus travel from January 1st

Coalición Canaria (CC) have announced that an agreement with the Spanish Government will see free bus and tram travel for residents from January 1st.

New pots in stock!

The Flower Power garden centre in Macher has a great selection of stunning ceramic and heavy duty plastic pots in different colours and sizes.

Las Grietas action

The Cabildo is considering closing off the parking area near Las Grietas, on the LZ-35 road from Tías to San Bartolomé.

Remembering Alexis Tejera

San Bartolomé council members from all parties gathered at a local cemetery yesterday to pay tribute to Alexis Tejera, the young Mayor who died a year ago yesterday at the age of 39.