Gran Canaria News
Fresh Gran Canaria news from the miniature continent that never sleeps. Las Palmas to Maspalomas, we’re tracking it all: cruise ship arrivals, mountain trail closures, Vegueta festivals, and beach flag changes. Your essential Gran Canaria news source whether you’re catching waves in Galdar or catching flights home. Stories that matter to locals, expats, and the 4 million tourists who visit yearly.
Eviction in Las Palmas Leaves Woman with Child, Disabled Individual, and Person with Schizophrenia Without Alternatives
In Las Palmas, a single mother faces eviction with no alternative housing, leaving her and her two dependants—one with a…
The New Schedule at the Insular Theatre Emphasises Live Music, Amateur Performances, and Improvisation
The 2026-2027 cultural season kicks off on 16 and 17 October with the XIII Monologue Festival, featuring 'Influencers', directed by…
Canary Islands Face Back-to-School Season Amid Extreme Heat: Are Classrooms Ready?
As the new school term begins, students in the Canary Islands are returning to classrooms experiencing extreme heat. The region…
Andrea Abreu Unveils Her Second Novel ‘Pajaritos Preñados’ in Gran Canaria, Six Years After the Success of ‘Panza de Burro’
Andrea Abreu will present her new novel, Pajaritos Preñados, at the Insular Library on 12 September at 12:30. Published by…
Most Major Canarian Municipalities Meet EU Criteria for Designation as Tension Zones
In 26 of the 30 most populated areas of the Canary Islands, residents must earn at least eight years' worth…
Manu Fuster Suggests Cancelling Cádiz’s External Game Plan
Manu Fuster, a forward for UD Las Palmas, believes the key to success in their upcoming match against Cádiz CF…
What is the Tropic Seamount and Why Does Morocco Claim These Waters South of the Canary Islands?
Morocco's Parliament approved two unilateral legislative initiatives in 2017 aimed at claiming waters off the coast of Western Sahara and…
Radon Gas: A Silent Threat
Radon gas is being described as a “silent killer” due to its colourless, odourless and tasteless nature, and it is…
A New Season Unfolds for Las Palmas i+i
Las Palmas Kicks Off New Season of Innovation and Investment Las Palmas has launched a new season of its "Innovation…
Thousands of Pilgrims Gather in Teror for the Traditional Romería-Ofrenda in Honour of Our Lady of the Pine
Thousands of pilgrims gathered in Teror to participate in the traditional Romería-Ofrenda in honour of the Virgen del Pino. This…
