Our readers regularly send us messages and emails regarding Lanzarote, here are some of your thoughts that we printed in the January edition.

2023 was a big, big year for Lanzarote – the first one since 2019 that would see the island fully free from pandemic measures and travel restrictions. We take a look at some of the main stories from the year, and the issues that affect the island.

The Canarian tourism minister, Jessica De León, has announced that the regional government will present the white paper for a proposed new housing law in late January. Although the contents of the law are as yet unknown, it seems that controls on holiday rentals – especially in residential areas – are likely.

With 13 matches played Los Rojillos (the reds) have yet to taste defeat and are in third position, two points off top spot in the national Tercera division (fifth tier.) Ian lane reports.

Lanzarote’s international circus festival is back for another edition in January 2024. It’s a fantastic event with stunning performances from some of the best in the business. Here is the full MalabHaría programme.

The team at the Flower Power garden centre have completed another stunning garden remodelling job, turning an unused pool into a garden with mature trees.

Hey grape aficionados and adventure seekers! Did you know that in Spain, we have a New Year's Eve tradition that's as sweet as it is symbolic? It's called the "12 grapes of luck," and it's not just about indulging in a fruity feast – it's a way of ushering in good vibes for the upcoming year!

The emergency services were alerted to car accident near Tenesar yesterday morning.

The emergency services were alerted to a report of a missing swimmer at Famara yesterday afternoon.

Spain’s Meteorological Agency (AEMET) forecast clear skies for Christmas Eve and Christmas day.

The island recorded three car crashes over Thursday and Friday this week.

A body has been discovered at the foot of the cliffs between Puerto Calero and Playa Quemada.

A rainy night has caused flooding in parts of Lanzarote, and showers and flurries of hail are predicted to continue until this evening.

Christmas starts in earnest in Spain today with the draw for the world's biggest lottery, El Gordo.