Residents across Torre del Mar have received welcome news after their council backed a series of practical measures during the June plenary session. Cross-party support delivered clear responses to community feedback on health, services, safety and daily connections. Leaders showed they take resident concerns seriously by acting together on several fronts.

Responding to health worries over mobile phone tower

Neighbours have been voicing worries for several years about the telecom installation in Calle Medico Ros Alferez. Council members voted unanimously to remove the eyesore after long-standing complaints linked it to local health issues. Past work already prevented three new mobile phone masts during the current term, with one taken down after legal action. Officials now seek extra powers from central government to manage licences and require health safety checks on existing sites. A study will explore moving similar equipment out of populated areas while protecting service quality.

Advancing safety and community information

Further unanimous votes backed permanent information campaigns on council rules to help people understand local expectations and encourage good relations, especially among younger residents, tourists and motorhome users. Another measure supports video surveillance systems in schools, care homes, day centres and other public support sites to protect those most at risk.

Addressing calls for safer neighbourhood ties

Residents from Ensanche Oeste, working through the local pressure group AVEOtorre, talked of the need for better pedestrian access to the promenade after the original route was removed. Their demonstration renewed requests for paving, progress on the roundabout and completion of Vial-7. Council leaders had already pledged to prioritise accessibility improvements, and current projects continue to deliver safer connections for the growing community of over 1,300 homes.

These unanimous outcomes demonstrate a council ready to engage with feedback and deliver results on health, services and quality of life in Torre del Mar and the wider area. Either that, or they wanted the proposals out of the way so they could quickly go on their summer holidays. In any case, progress has unanimously been made. Further work will build on this advancement for the benefit of local people.

La Caleta de Velez enters its fair week with a wonderful goal, focusing this year’s celebrations on raising funds for a much‑needed shade structure at the local nursery. Residents and local associations are joining forces from Thursday, July 2 to Sunday, July 5 to support the project through two solidarity food events and fun.

Strong community spirit drives the fair

La Caleta de Vélez is preparing for its annual feria, with an emphasis on practical support for local families. This year’s programme has been shaped by Deputy major David Segura, Councillor Lourdes Piña, and the local festivities committee, who have prioritised community needs and intergenerational involvement.

Fundraising for the local nursery

A main focus of the 2026 edition is a fundraising effort for Escuela Infantil Virgen del Mar, the local nursery. Money raised will go towards installing a protective shade structure, to improve outdoor conditions for young children in the intense summer heat.

Saturday’s sardinada popular, a sardine cook‑out, will be led by espeteros keeping food traditions from the Axarquia coast. On Sunday you can enjoy Paella prepared by a local neighbourhood association.

Traditions runs through the fair

La Caleta de Velez’s maritime character runs throughout the programme. The sardinada shows the town’s connection to its fishing port, one of the busiest in the region. Local dance groups, choirs, and youth football teams will also feature, giving local neighbourhood associations a platform during the fair.

Events have been designed to include all generations. Children’s day opens the fair on July 2, A Seniors’ Dinner on July 3 especially for the older residents. There is also a local pageant spanning across 3 age catergories, children, adults and seniors ensuring no one is left out.

La Caleta de Velez Fair runs July 2 to 5. Enjoy as the town celebrates with four days of music, dancing, family entertainment and delicious local food, all for a great cause.