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Rubicón Human Remains Provides “Valuable Information” on Canarian History

The recent Rubicenses Conference, held in Yaiza last Friday and Saturday, showcased the remarkable complexity of the ongoing archaeological work at the San Marcial de Rubicón site.

Rubicón Human Remains Provides “Valuable Information” on Canarian History

The recent Rubicenses Conference, held in Yaiza last Friday and Saturday, showcased the remarkable complexity of the ongoing archaeological work at the San Marcial de Rubicón site.

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Sunset Festival

The Sunset Festival is coming to Arrecife this weekend, which will see performances from Juan Luis Guerra, Andy y Lucas, and a concert for the little ones also.

Prison nurse attacked

A male nurse was attacked by a prisoner in Tahiche prison yesterday, highlighting recent complaints by prison officers that medical staff in the prison are “completely inadequate.”

Canarian resting place for Blas Cabrera

The ashes of the Lanzarote-born scientist Blas Cabrera y Felipe have been returned to the Canaries, and will be buried in the university town of La Laguna in Tenerife.

Cabildo candidates

The two main candidates for the presidency of Lanzarote’s Cabildo in next year’s elections appear to be almost certain, although neither of their parties have confirmed their candidacy yet.

Squids in!

The discovery of a 3-metre long Giant Squid has fascinated the Canaries and highlighted the richness of our local marine life.

Insect uprising

Parts of Lanzarote are suffering from a plague of flies, according to a report in Lancelot Digital.

Photography competition

The Tías Ayuntamiento have announced the rules of a brand-new photograph competition.

September passenger traffic figures

Lanzarote's César Manrique airport recorded more passenger movements last month than September 2020. Additionally, other Canarian airports have recorded encouraging passenger figures.

Tinajo takes on Halloween

The Tinajo Ayuntamiento have announced that they will hold various activities on October 31st to boost local trade this Halloween.

ALDI opens in Fuerteventura

ALDI have just opened their newest supermarket in Fuerteventura, further continuing their expansion in the Canaries. Will Lanzarote be the next addition?

Walk against cancer

AFOL (Lanzarote's Association for Families suffering from Cancer) and Yaiza Ayuntamiento yesterday launched the sixth edition of “Caminamos Contra Cancer” (We'll Walk Against Cancer”), and called for participants to join them.

Prison mental health support

Spain's Association of Prison Officers has complained about the lack of mental health support in Tahiche Prison.

Public holiday tomorrow

Don't forget that tomorrow, October 12th, is a national holiday in Spain, meaning that many shops and businesses are likely to be closed for the day.

Three-year sentence for cannabis club owners

Two people have been sentenced to three years in prison for running a cannabis club without being registered or authorised to sell products.

Bola Canaria Awards

Yesterday, the Lanzarote Cabildo held the awards ceremony for the first edition of the Bola Canaria de Madera Cup competition.