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What is Canarian Day?

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To understand the importance of Canarian Day, it's necessary to know a little about the history of the islands.

A bridge too far for U.D. Lanzarote?

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The Rojillos (the reds) have had a fabulous season, competing with three other sides to top the Tercera division (fifth tier) and claim the only automatic promotion place. However, four points out of a possible nine in their last three outings has seen them lose pace with the leaders. Ian lane reports.

Tax season on Lanzarote

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It is now tax season in Spain, the time of year when you are advised to submit your declaracion de la renta (annual tax declaration). If you earn less than €22,000 annually from a single employer, it’s not required, but may still be a good idea if you wish to apply for grants, etc.

Medio Ambiente Lanzarote denounces stone drawings in Famara

A post by Medio Ambiente Lanzarote on X denouncing crayon drawings made on stones at Caleta de Famara has received a mixed response from commenters.

28 more weekly flights with the UK this summer

There will be 28 more weekly flights with the UK this summer, an 18.25% increase compared to last year.

Rubbish bin set on fire in Tao

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Fire fighters were called to Calle Tinabuado in Tao last weekend, after reports of another rubbish container fire.

Ancient pottery fragments offer evidence of inter-island trade

The discovery of ancient pottery fragments from Lanzarote on Fuerteventura offers evidence of trade and migration between the islands in the past centuries.

Holiday rentals shoot up in April

Holiday rental (VV) properties have increased by 3% in just 20 days this month, according to figures from, the General Canarian Tourist Register obtained by Lancelot.

El Golfo’s green lake receives 31% more daily visitors above its capacity

According to data published by the Cabildo, El Golfo’s green lake receives an average of almost 2,500 visitors per day but has the capacity for 1,900 visitors.

Lanzarote cheeses awarded at Campeonato del Salón Gourmets

Two cheeses from Lanzarote, from Finca de Uga and Queseria El Faro, have been awarded at the Campeonato del Salón Gourmets in Madrid.