The end of analogue TV in Málaga province

During the next few days, 72 municipalities in Málaga province will see the disappearance of the old analogue TV signal with the progressive introduction of TDT – Terrestrial Digital Television. Yet despite massive publicity campaigns, thousands still do not have proper access to TDT for various reasons.

Floodgates opened in several reservoirs

Yesterday marked the first time for a decade that it became necessary to dump water from the reservoirs in Málaga province, with seven dams simultaneously opening the floodgates.

Foreign populations

The official population of Frigiliana, constantly growing, now stands at 2,978, of which 966 (32.44%) are non-Spanish.

Yunquera hit by storms

Storms yesterday caused damage in many parts of Málaga province, the town of Yunquera being particularly badly hit.

Car sales down

Car sales in Málaga province for February were down by 80% on the same time last year as the credit crunch continues to take its toll. Incentives for people to buy cars are not working as they are in other countries, such as Germany, and some dealers are having to reduce their staff numbers. Overall, it is considered to be …

Drought restrictions eased in Málaga province

The Ministry of Environment has lifted the drought decree for the Valle del Guadalhorce, Málaga-Torremolinos and the Costa del Sol-Axarquía. However, it will be spring before a decision is taken to lift the decree on a permanent basis. Recent rains, combined with restrictions on water usage throughout the province, have seen the levels in reservoirs rise to acceptable levels.