News of the day 17 July 2017
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Police
Arrest of man with shotgun at Paguera bar
A Spanish man first pulled a knife before returning with a shotgun.
Tourism
Tourist expulsions from Magalluf hotels doubled in June
While mainly an issue with British tourists, there has been a rise in the number of Russians and Scandinavians having to be sent home.
Beaches
Sixteen cases of sea contamination at beaches this summer
Two short bans on swimming have been imposed so far this summer.
Tourism
Increased residents' discount prompts new inter-island tourism campaign
The travel agents' association believes that some 80,000 people would travel under a scheme for November to March.
Weather
The heat wave has come to an end
The highest temperature in Majorca so far this year has been 40.3C.
Environment
Noguera looking to mitigate effects of climate change in Palma
The mayor has stated his commitment to ensure a "green and sustainable future" for Palma with fewer cars.
Edition of 16 July 2017
