New law and fines for balconing to be enforced next year
Hotel owners will be forced to throw guests out in the street if it’s thought they might start jumping from balcony to balcony.
Tradition
Traditional turron fills the shelves at Christmas
Turron and Christmas sweets are bought by the truckload.
Focus on Cars
Grand Finale
Weekly Car Show December 4 2019.
Local News in your area
All about the Train – such trouble…
The train is now closed until the beginning of February 2020 while winter maintenance work happens.
Terraces
Terrace awning war flares up again in Palma
CAEB has asked Palma City Council for an urgent response to its request saying “the decisions of the present will affect hundreds of small entrepreneurs in the near future.”
Gardening
Gardening in Majorca
If it is purely a flower garden we want then we must start to sprinkle some of the seeds that we collected as they were ripening at the end of their flowering season.
Weather
Today's weather
Slightly warmer today but the wind has picked up again.
What's On
Events in Majorca on Wednesday / Thursday
Joana Gomila performs tonight in Palma and there is a Christmas concert in Porreres.
What's On
Where to go and What to see
Daily markets to visit and films to see in English.
Politics
Parliament is 3 steps away from decriminalizing euthanasia
Parties urge government and Congress to develop a state law to ensure a dignified death that provides for the decriminalization of euthanasia.
Environment
Barcelona Zoo to release 88 rare toads in Tramuntana mountains
This tiny toad is essential for maintaining the ecological balance of ecosystems.
Business
Creditors call for Thomas Cook subsidiaries to be forced into bankruptcy
It will now be up to the Commercial Court to decide the outcome.
Traffic
Chaos in central Palma as Plaza del Mercat closes to traffic
To improve access to the La Rambla car park entrance and keep public transport moving, the existing Bus-ACIRE lane between La Rambla and the Costa de la Sang has been extended.
Traffic
Festive crackdown on drinking and driving
Alcohol and drugs are responsible for a third of all fatal road accidents in Spain.
Weather
100 kilometre per hour winds batter the Balearics
There was widespread damage across the island.
Transport
Big changes are underway to improve bus services in Palma
Improvements to public transport continues with 6 new bus lines for Palma.
Events
Getting ready for Santa Lucia in Palma
Santa Lucia special in Thursday' Bulletin.
Sentencing
Sentenced to three years in prison for selling drugs in Magalluf
The defendant may be deported instead of serving time.
Arrests
Four men arrested during bar raids in Palma
Police also sited several premises for noise and safety infractions.
Arrests
Arrested for attempted matricide now accused of theft of 200,000 euros
The 62-year-old is facing a raft of other charges.
Arrests
Assault of a minor in Palma
The victim was rescued by a passerby.
Accidents
Helicopter rescues wounded woman in Solleric torrent
122 mountain rescues have been carried out by the Mountain Rescue Group this year.
Violence
Nightclub brawl in Palma
6 men allegedly returned and attacked Security Staff with sticks, knives and other weapons.
Health
Kitchen nightmares in Son Gotleu
Investigators say they discovered caged animals in the kitchen of one restaurant while other animals roamed free on the premises.
Events
The Personal Shopper
A whole team of professionals, experts in the world of fashion and feminine and masculine styling are waiting for you in El Corte Inglés.
Health
Dog visits for Son Llàtzer Hospital patients
The visits are part of a broader process being adopted by the Son Llàtzer management to “humanise” service to patients.
Letter
War of words between Rafa Nadal and Mayor
“On the contrary, he deserves all my respect and admiration.”
Arrests
Two people arrested for double stabbing in La Soledad
Both detainees are considered very dangerous and have a police record.
Education
Government invests 3.2 million euros in school improvements in Manacor
Applications have already been made for building licences and the work is scheduled to begin next year.
Protest
Llums per la Libertat protest against corruption
The group also honoured “all those who fight and who have suffered repression from the Spanish State”.
Sentencing
Town hall official convicted of falsifying documents
He falsified two documents, one to back up his request and a second to extend his leave for an extra day.
Community
Social Affairs simplifies assessment for disability
At least 8,000 new assessments are carried out every year to determine levels of disability.
Environment
Protesters call for action in Madrid climate change rally
Greta Thunberg was advised by Police to abandon the demonstration and taken to Nuevos Ministerios.
Arrests
Leader of the PP in Colonia de Sant Jordi arrested for alleged attack
Prosecutor’s office is asking for 2 years prison sentence.
History
A 90-year struggle: Palma reclaims artefacts
"If granted, the historical wealth that is gathered in the Armory of the National Palace would be dismembered considerably."
Letter
Nadal responds to accusations of favourable treatment
“On a personal level, what has hurt me the most has been the mayor of Manacor accusing me of ‘being on the margins of Manacor’,.”
Transport
User complaint about Palma buses disabled access
The bus stop in Jacint Verdaguer is the one that functions the best.
Politics
Armengol argues the case for constitutional reform
"Responses to our territorial tensions and solutions to some of the challenges central to the next few years are in the Constitution."
Drugs
Palma connection to drug submarine
A haul of cocaine worth 100 million euros was discovered.
Health
Extra beds to cope with flu epidemic
Patients should only to go to hospital if their symptoms are very serious.
Tourism
Foreign investors eye the Hotel Formentor
The Barceló Hotel Group bought the Hotel in 2006 for 70 million euros.
Employment
Deadline for new drivers
Selected candidates will be given an aptitude and evaluation test amongst others.
Courts
Trial of Llucmajor policeman for homophobic treatment of a colleague
Defence lawyers told the court that the victim became psychologically depressed.
Arrests
Arrested for coercion and threatening behaviour
Loud screams where heard from one of the upper floors and found the suspect with a pick-axe in his hand.
Incident
Guardia Civil identify the body found on the beach
There were no visible signs of violence on the body.
Transport
Electric scooter laws enforced
Users can be fined up to 1,000 euros and have their vehicles immobilised.
Courts
Anti-tourism activists face demand for total of 26 years in prison
Arran says its aim is to stop the mass tourism that destroys Majorca.
Tourism
Thomas Cook workers in Palma finally sign redundancy agreement
Thomas Cook was Britains biggest and best known holiday company and had been trading for 178 years when it went bust in September this year.
Entertainment
The Mallorca Files Ep9: Mallorca’s Most Wanted
Max and Miranda hunt for a wanted villain who they suspect has returned to the island.
Arrests
Arrested for attempted matricide in Palma
The mother had allegedly disowned the defendant.
Courts
Fined for hammer attack on Palma bus
The two argued on the bus because the victim was singing.
Incident
Body found on beach at Llucmajor
Hikers called 112 after they found the victim lying face up on the sand.
Weather
Yesterday's storms will delay harvests in Sa Pobla
Farmers hope the water subsides before it rots the vegetables.
Weather
Springs and waterfalls reappear on Majorca
One man’s misery is another man’s magic
Hiking
Muro alternative for Arta-Lluc hiking route
The Council of Majorca is looking for a way to avoid Montblanc finca, and key to this is cooperation from Muro town hall.
Infrastructure
Green light for major Calvia improvements
The Paseo de Calvià is a pedestrian street that runs almost the entire length of Calvià connecting many different neighbourhoods.
Crime
Balearic Islands has the highest crime rate in Spain
National Police detained 426 people in Playa de Palma.
Arrests
German tourist arrested for assault in Playa de Palma
The detainee allegedly hit the hotel worker with part of a chair.
Entertainment
The Mallorca Files Ep8: Death in the Morning
Max and Miranda investigate the death of a Brit writer who wanted to ban bull fighting.
Trade
Spain signs a new trade agreement with China
Trade between the Balearic Islands and China is currently very low.
Weather
Mayhem as Majorca overflows
Torrential rain left 191 litres of water per square metre in Sóller.
Arrests
Arrest of 22 year old for glassing a man at Biniali fiesta
Prosecutors are asking that the defendant be jailed for 5 years.
Arrests
Six youths arrested on charges of abusing minors in Cala Ratjada
The driver of the vehicle and a minor have been released.
Traffic
Traffic warnings due to storm
Lane closures and warnings from the emergency services.
Events
Bulletin event gets recognition at the US Embassy in Madrid
The US Consular Agent for the Balearic Islands joined our Thanksgiving Celebration in Palma.
Retail
Town hall has “nothing to negotiate” over Palma Springs retail centre
The town hall would not authorise the Palma Springs project at Ses Fontanelles.
Events
Two superstars head for Palma next year
Tickets for John Cleese are on sale now, tickets for Lionel Richie are yet to be released.
Weather
Powerful weather storm in Majorca
More than 8,000 lightning strikes were recorded.
Crime
Unanimous guilty verdict for Sencelles murderer
The prosecution has called for a 30-year sentence.
Awards
Calvia claims cheeseburger award
More than 13,000 people voted for their favourite burger.
Security
Security cameras at Playa de Palma to be renewed
CCTV makes people think twice about committing crimes.
Emergencies
One person critical after stabbing assault in La Soledat
The victims and one other person were reportedly trying to buy drugs.
Entertainment
The Mallorca Files Ep7: Friend Henry
When a top DJ is found dead, Max and Miranda start to investigate a sophisticated drug network.
Accidents
Motorcyclist killed in truck collision
The truck driver was given a breathalyser for drugs and alcohol, which proved negative.
Health
New vaccine available for all 12 year olds
Nimenrix protects children against all four strains of meningitis.
Entertainment
The Mallorca Files Ep6: To Kill A Stag
When a groom is killed on his stag, Max and Miranda are wedded to finding out why he died.
Interview
“We saw a global gap in the market for some fun drama...”
Humphrey Carter talks to Ben Donald, the Executive producer and founder of Cosmopolitan Pictures which has brought us the new BBC series The Mallorca Files.
Entertainment
The Mallorca Files Ep5: Sour Grapes
A dead dog gives Max and Miranda a corking case to solve on a Mallorcan vineyard.
Entertainment
The Mallorca Files Ep4: Number One Fan
Max and Miranda enter the world of high fashion when a top model vanishes from a train.
Entertainment
The Mallorca Files sets premiere record on BBC
Did you watch the first episode? Enter our quiz to win a prize.
Entertainment
The Mallorca Files Ep2 King of the Mountains
The Mallorca Files breaks BBC daytime viewing records.
SPECIAL
We have produced a 32 page special which underlines the joys of Majorca
There are features on food, the tourist industry and even a full What's On Guide. This supplement is also being distributed from the Balearic stand at the World Travel Market.
News
Events in Majorca on Wednesday / Thursday
Joana Gomila performs tonight in Palma and there is a Christmas concert in Porreres.
News
Today's weather
Slightly warmer today but the wind has picked up again.
Lifestyle
Gardening in Majorca
If it is purely a flower garden we want then we must start to sprinkle some of the seeds that we collected as they were ripening at the end of their flowering season.
Lifestyle
Grand Finale
Weekly Car Show December 4 2019.
Lifestyle
All about the Train – such trouble…
The train is now closed until the beginning of February 2020 while winter maintenance work happens.
Sports
Barcelona hit Mallorca for five
Barcelona 5 - Real Mallorca 2.
Lifestyle
Bringing funders together: a recipe for change!
If you want to join us in making the Balearcics a world-leader in marine conservation, we would love to hear from you.
Lifestyle
I am a parent at Christmas – get me out of here!
All of these tips rely on a more mindful approach to living. Staying in the moment.
Comment
Scandal of dead mothers and babies
A report commissioned in 2013 by NHS managers at the trust had concluded that maternity services at the hospital were “safe” and of “good quality”.
London Fair
Calvia, your better choice
Calvia is committed, year after year, to improve the quality of services, visitor safety and environmental protection.
London Fair
The New Magaluf, have you heard?
Meliá Hotels International have invested more than 250 million euros in the resort of Magaluf, which has become a centre of innovation for holiday experiences.
London Fair
To be glorious! in the heart of Palma de Mallorca
Welcome to Glòria! is the phrase with which we great all our guests.
Comment
It's wet and windy outside - sp tonight I'm staying in… again!
It seems that anything socially worthwhile has to commence well after good Christian men and women are in their own beds.