Stacey Watson

Stacey Watson is the go-to source for regional news in Estepona. With a background in local journalism and a passion for community storytelling, she brings the vibrant life of the region to your screen. Stacey’s keen eye for detail and her commitment to uncovering the stories behind the headlines ensure that you stay informed about the latest events, developments, and cultural happenings in Estepona. Her engaging reporting connects readers with the heart and soul of the community, offering an authentic look into everyday life in this dynamic coastal town.

Collaboration of City Council and Santa María de Los Remedios Brotherhood for I Solidarity Race

Collaboration of City Council and Santa María de Los Remedios Brotherhood for I Solidarity Race

On September 7, the First Urban Solidarity Race ‘Light Remedies’ will take place, organized by the Councillor for Sports, Luis Gil, along with Juan Carlos Garcia and Juan Jose Lopez from the Santa Maria de Los Remedios brotherhood. The goal of this event is not only to promote sports and healthy living, but also to…

Estepona City Council clears 7 million debt from PSOE era construction company

Estepona City Council clears 7 million debt from PSOE era construction company

A judicial sentence forced the Consistory to pay off a debt left by the socialists, resulting in high interests on unpaid works like those in Seghers urbanization, the Police School, and the Pabellón del Carmen redevelopment. The current government team found a 7 million euro debt from the largest construction company during the PSOE government,…

Julia Viejo’s ‘Nest Minerals’ Wins the V International Poetry Prize ‘City of Estepona’

Julia Viejo’s ‘Nest Minerals’ Wins the V International Poetry Prize ‘City of Estepona’

The author from Madrid, Julia Viejo Sanchez, has been awarded the V International Poetry Prize ‘City of Estepona’ for her work ‘Nest Minerals’. The jury praised the book as ‘imaginative and forceful, showcasing originality in everyday life’. With over 2,300 participants, this literary contest organized by the Estepona City Council offers a prize of 7,000…

Enrollment for Academic Year 2025/2026 at Estepona’s Official Language School Now Available

Enrollment for Academic Year 2025/2026 at Estepona’s Official Language School Now Available

Registration will remain open until May 20, 2025. Today, Maria Aguilar, the Education councilor, and Juan Ortiz, the director of the Official Language School of Estepona, announced the commencement of the enrollment period for the upcoming academic year 2025/2026. The deadline for registration has been extended until May 20. Interested individuals can complete their registration…

Estepona City Council expresses gratitude to Red Cross for aiding over 1,400 individuals in the past year

Estepona City Council expresses gratitude to Red Cross for aiding over 1,400 individuals in the past year

The Annual Report of the Red Cross in Estepona was presented today by Maria Aguilar, councilor for Citizen Participation, and Enrique Garcia, president of the local assembly. The report highlighted the organization’s work in social inclusion, elderly care, youth support, children’s services, immigration assistance, and combatting gender violence. Throughout the previous year, the Red Cross…

Estepona City Council Resolves Massive Debt Inherited from Previous Administration

Estepona City Council Resolves Massive Debt Inherited from Previous Administration

The current governing body was forced to settle a debt of nearly 3 million euros, which included both the principal and interest accumulated due to late payments, as a result of a legal claim filed by the construction firm for works that were contracted in 2005. In April of this year, the Estepona City Council…

Estepona City Council Organizes the XXVI Provincial Competition of ‘Women’s Epistolary Composition’

Estepona City Council Organizes the XXVI Provincial Competition of ‘Women’s Epistolary Composition’

Women residing in the province of Malaga who are over 16 years old are invited to participate in the XXVI ‘Women’s Epistolary Composition’ Contest. The deadline for submissions is June 30. The main goal of this literary contest is to promote literary culture and enhance women’s involvement in various literary genres. Participants can submit one…

Estepona’s Youth Photography Competition: Capture the City Through Your Lens

Estepona’s Youth Photography Competition: Capture the City Through Your Lens

From May 6 to June 6, young people aged 14 to 35 can participate in the Photography Contest ‘Estepona through the mobile’ organized by the Estepona City Council. The contest aims to encourage cultural expression through photography, promote awareness of the city’s surroundings, and showcase the creativity of young individuals. Participants are required to capture…

Cancelada’s Solidarity Storage Market in Support of Los Pasos de Noa

Cancelada’s Solidarity Storage Market in Support of Los Pasos de Noa

An upcoming event on May 10 will allow neighbors and groups in Cancelada to sell gently used items from their homes. Registration can be done at the local Mayor’s Office, and donations can be made through bizum at 620 569 004. The City Council of Estepona has announced that Cancelada will host a Solidarity Storage…

Art Exhibition by Bachillerato de Artes Plásticas y Diseño Students at Casa de Las Tejerinas

Art Exhibition by Bachillerato de Artes Plásticas y Diseño Students at Casa de Las Tejerinas

From May 8 to 21, the public can visit a collective art exhibition at Room 2 of Casa de Las Tejerinas in Plaza de las Flores. Organized by the IES Mar de Alborán, the exhibition celebrates the school’s 50th anniversary and showcases works created by students of the Plastic Arts and Design Baccalaureate program. The…