Dep. MU 74-2025 - ISSN 3045-6703
Costa Calida • Issue No. 2065 • 30 Jan - 5 Feb 2025
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King Backs Cartagena
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Images: Cartagena.es
THE Navy patrol ship Toralla, tasked with combating illegal activities at sea, made a recent stop at the Club Náutico Villa de San Pedro, in Lo Pagan, during its Mediterranean patrols. The visit featured a solemn sunset flag-lowering ceremony, attended by local officials and maritime representatives. The event demonstrated the Navy’s dedication to maritime security and its strong ties with coastal communities. The Toralla, based in Cartagena, will continue its mission with stops in several Alicante ports, highlighting its vital role in protecting the region’s waters.
Image: San Pedro del Pinatar Town Hall
Cartagena captures King’s attention. Mediterranean watch.
submarines and open Peral’s childhood home as a museum. The plan also seeks to position Cartagena as a key player in Mediterranean heritage, aiming for UNESCO World Heritage
status. Mayor Arroyo also discussed potential international alliances, including Mexico’s Marías Islands, which share a similar naval legacy. With ongoing efforts to
restore key defence structures, like the Fuerte de Navidad and Batería de San Leandro, Cartagena is setting itself up to offer an exciting, history-rich tourism experience with a modern twist.
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Donations Drive Change Image: Facebook/ MABS Mazarron
Donation strengthens local cancer support
MABS Mazarron has received a generous donation of €3,500 from the Sierra Espuña 136 Masonic Lodge, furthering its mission to support those diagnosed with cancer. This thoughtful contribution comes as part of the ongoing partnership between MABS and the Lodge, which has been a steadfast supporter for years. The donation will go towards funding essential services within the local community, continuing MABS’ vital work. Notably, Sierra Espu-
Supporting cancer patients.
ña Lodge played a key role in helping complete the MABS Respite Home in 2018, a project that has made a lasting impact. The donation was
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Navy presence
Cartagena impresses King at FITUR
AT the opening of FITUR 2025, King Felipe VI took a keen interest in Cartagena’s new tourism project, ‘Cartagena, City of Submarines’. During a warm greeting with Cartagena’s mayor, Noelia Arroyo, and regional president Fernando López Miras, the King was clearly fascinated by the city’s plans to highlight its deep-rooted naval history. The project celebrates Cartagena’s connection to submarines, from the birthplace of Isaac Peral, the submarine inventor, to the city’s role as home to Spain’s submarine base and cutting-edge naval shipyards. “We want to turn this history into a unique tourism experience,” said Mayor Arroyo, mentioning plans to display real
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handed over by Worshipful Master Graham Jackson and Immediate Past Master Paul Webb, alongside MABS’ Board of Trustees. MABS shared their gratitude for their continued support in making a difference to the lives of local cancer patients and their families.
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