Join Riley for this edition of The Week Ahead from Mad Black Cat as we unpack the defining moments of the coming seven days.

This episode explores Spain's nationwide election campaigns, pivotal UK energy verdicts on the Jackdaw gas field, and the solemn 60th anniversary of the Aberfan disaster commemorated by King Charles and Prince William.

We also cover critical economic inflation markers, corporate earnings from Tesla and Meta, and the weekend clock change marking the end of summer time.

Listen in for grounded, thoughtful perspective on the week to come.

Catch up on the biggest headlines across Torrevieja and the wider Costa Blanca with Riley Via on this week's news roundup.

We cover Torrevieja celebrating its official distinction as Valencian Cultural Capital 2025, a lucky local lottery player scooping more than €70,000, and Orihuela’s Moros y Cristianos taking over Fifth Avenue in New York.

Plus, we look into regional rental and holiday fraud investigations, record-breaking passenger numbers at Alicante-Elche airport topping 16.8 million, new municipal funding for local cat colonies, and new national telephone rules designed to help you spot nuisance sales calls instantly.

Tune in for all this and more!

Happy Friday! In today's bulletin, Riley Via covers the key local and provincial stories heading into the weekend:

• Animal Protection Ruling: The Provincial Court of Alicante steps in to order the immediate seizure of any pets from a woman accused of killing her two dogs in Albufereta.

• Dénia Club Closure: Judicial authorities order the precautionary shutdown and sealing of a cannabis social club following police raids.

• Mountain Rescue: Firefighters deploy a helicopter to airlift an injured hiker after a suspected fracture in Vall de la Gallinera.

• Torrevieja Heritage: Cultural association Ars Creatio shares the deep origins of Torrevieja's salt and maritime history with students at IES Mare Nostrum.

• European Dog Show 2027: IFA Elche and Murcia prepare to host more than 10,000 canine entries for one of Europe's premier competitions.

• Benidorm Fest Line-up: The 18 finalists competing for the Golden Mermaid in January are officially announced in Madrid.

• New 400 Phone Prefix: Starting Saturday, 17 October, commercial marketing calls must begin with 400, making unwanted sales calls easier to spot.

Tune in, subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts, and visit ThisIsTorrevieja.com for more local updates. Brought to you by White Doves (whitedoves.es). Have a wonderful weekend!

Join Riley Via for Thursday’s Torrevieja news round-up.

Today, National Police make an arrest in Denia over alleged trial threats, and an Alicante court sentences a builder over unregistered staff.

We also look at Benidorm’s €1.3 million road resurfacing plan and the debate around management costs for Rojales consumer vouchers.

Closer to home, Torrevieja secures a €12,000 grant for stray cat colonies and prepares for its inaugural Health Fair at the International Auditorium on 29 October.

Catch up on all the top local stories in just a few minutes.

In today's bulletin for Wednesday 14 October, Riley covers a major rental fraud ring dismantled in Alicante after an online job offer exposed a money-mule operation, and a landmark court ruling in Elche backing a Torrevieja Town Council worker over career advancement pay.

Also in the news: controversial plans for a 1.7 million euro motorhome campsite near Sierra Escalona in San Miguel de Salinas, Alicante hosts the 7th National Land Transport Congress, passenger numbers surge past 16.8 million at Alicante-Elche Airport, and Orihuela announces three days of family street activities to celebrate local trade.

Brought to you by White Doves.

Happy Spanish National Day!

In today's bulletin with Riley Via, a Torrevieja shopper scoops over 70,000 euro on the Bonoloto lottery, while Ryanair puts tickets on sale for two new routes from Alicante-Elche airport for summer 2027.

We also cover court rulings impacting Guardamar's local bus service and regional hospital laboratory staff, a major travel fraud investigation affecting visitors to Benidorm, rising butane gas cylinder prices, and a perinatal bereavement awareness initiative at Elche Hospital.

Plus, a reminder to take care on the roads this afternoon as long-weekend traffic heads home.

Join Riley on The Week Ahead from Mad Black Cat as autumn hits its stride.

This week, we examine Spain's National Day and the massive DGT road return operation, explore the curious folklore of Tuesday the 13th with its traditional Spanish superstitions, track Westminster's post-recess return, and highlight the 100th anniversary of Winnie-the-Pooh alongside key European diplomacy.

Tune in for a warm, observant, and thoughtful look at the stories shaping the seven days before us.