Periodista

Álvaro Gómez Payo

Redactor

Ciencias Políticas por la Universidad de Málaga y asiduo de los plenos más largos. Malagueño de pura cepa, cafetero y con paciencia infinita para la burocracia; lleva años contando la política y la sociedad de la provincia.

700 artículos publicados

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Alhaurín de la Torre

The Donkeys of Alhaurín de la Torre: Traffic Jams, Fines, and Love Affairs in the 1950s

The Municipal Archive of Alhaurín de la Torre reveals complaints from the 1950s: poorly parked donkeys, escapes, and love affairs that stirred the village.

31 July 2026

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Fuengirola

Fuengirola monitors bus stops with cameras to fine those who park incorrectly

Fuengirola installs cameras at bus stops linked to the Local Police. In 2025, 160 fines of 200 euros were issued for improper parking.

31 Jul 2026

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Málaga Capital

Málaga Fair 2026 Expands Services for Seniors, Accessibility and Safety

Málaga Fair 2026 introduces its services for seniors, with 'El Rengue' tent for 5,000 people, free chair and scooter rentals, 25 defibrillators and safe spaces.

31 Jul 2026

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Marbella

Marbella distributes 100,000 euros in aid to a dozen community associations

The Marbella City Council grants over 100,000 euros in subsidies to a dozen community and civic associations to boost their annual activities.

31 Jul 2026

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Estepona

Estepona unveils the renovated Mirador de Cancelada avenue

Estepona Town Hall inaugurates the revamped Mirador de Cancelada avenue this Friday, featuring new paving, utilities, and trees, as part of a €2.95 million project.

31 Jul 2026

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Ronda

Around a hundred children close the Summer School of Music and Dance in Ronda

Nearly a hundred children aged 3 to 12 have enjoyed the Summer School in Ronda, combining music, dance, and theatre, with a musical planned for October.

31 Jul 2026

Málaga Capital

Andalusia Prepares for the Total Solar Eclipse of 2027

This Sunday, a preliminary assessment will take place for the total solar eclipse in Andalusia next year, visible in 115 locations.

31 Jul 2026

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Marbella

Marbella dedicates a street to José Guerra Villalobos for his charitable work

The Marbella Town Hall inaugurates a street in San Pedro Alcántara in honour of José Guerra Villalobos, a key figure in the fight against addiction and HIV.

31 Jul 2026

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Marbella

Marbella City Council renews its agreement with AFIMAR for 22,000 euros

Marbella City Council has renewed its agreement with AFIMAR, funded with over 22,000 euros, to support services for around 60 fibromyalgia users and their families.

31 Jul 2026

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Ronda

Ronda carries out improvement works in schools in the city and surrounding areas

The Ronda City Council has completed 90% of maintenance works in schools, aiming to have them ready for the new term.

31 Jul 2026

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Antequera

Antequera presents the free concerts of the Real Feria de Agosto 2026

Decai, No Me Pises Que Llevo Chanclas, Juan Magán, Falete and others will perform for free at the Real Feria de Agosto in Antequera from August 19 to 23.

31 Jul 2026

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Vélez-Málaga

Vélez-Málaga strengthens public transport for Dreambeach with special buses

The Vélez-Málaga City Council is providing special buses for Dreambeach on July 31 and August 1, with night services.

30 Jul 2026