This is Torrevieja News - Wednesday 5 August 2026

Welcome to today's news overview for Torrevieja and the Alicante province. In this episode, the PSOE demands the resignation of Torrevieja's Councillor for International Residents over comments alleged to encourage prejudice. Over in Benidorm, Local Police successfully reunite an urn of ashes found in a supermarket locker with its family, while opposition councillors question why two electric buses costing 1.5 million euro remain parked and unused in a local depot. Plus, the Valencian Community announces the closure of natural parks under a level three fire alert for the solar eclipse on 12th August, and police arrest four people in Alicante following a 52,000 euro violent robbery. Listen in to stay informed on the latest developments across the region, and subscribe for daily updates on This is Torrevieja.