La OlivaLa Oliva promotes generational renewal in the fishing sector with a maritime training programme
Through its Local Development Department, the Town Council aims to continue creating employment opportunities linked to the primary sector.
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La OlivaWoman dies after car plunges over cliff near Castillo del Tostón in El Cotillo
The accident happened on the morning of Sunday, 8 November. A large emergency and security operation was sent to the scene to assist with the rescue. Medical staff from the Canary Islands Emergency Service (SUC), who arrived by helicopter, confirmed the victim’s death.
La OlivaThe 2026 International Kite Festival fills the skies over Corralejo and El Cotillo with colour
More than 200 kite flyers will take to the skies with a kaleidoscope of colours from 9 to 15 November, in an event not to be missed by residents and visitors to Fuerteventura.
La OlivaLa Oliva’s PP calls for a conservation plan to halt the decline of the municipality’s palm grove
The Popular Party is asking La Oliva Town Council to assess the condition of the palm trees and establish a maintenance and monitoring programme to protect this natural heritage. ”.
La OlivaLa Oliva takes first step towards charging tourists 56 cents per night
The new tourist levy has been backed by CC, PSOE and Nueva Canarias, while the PP voted against it after warning that the municipal treasurer had issued an unfavourable report.
La OlivaLa Oliva’s Popular Party rejects tourist tax amid ‘legal doubts and economic risks for the Town Council’
The Popular Party voted against the ordinance’s initial approval after CC-AM, PSOE and NC rejected suspending its progress despite an adverse report from the municipal Treasury. It says that “raising revenue does not justify everything” and that “La Oliva needs legal certainty”.
La OlivaFuerteventura Island Council steps up prevention efforts against Mexican cochineal with training session in La Oliva
The session, led by Luis Barroso, head of Plant Health at GMR, forms part of the Island Council’s efforts to protect Fuerteventura’s prickly pear cacti.
La OlivaLos Lajares de Tapeo returns for its 3rd edition on 6 and 7 November
Los Lajares Public Square will host another edition of the food festival, featuring music, crafts and 22 participating businesses from different parts of Fuerteventura.
La OlivaFuerteventura Island Council approves removal of power lines from Corralejo Dunes
Fuerteventura Island Council has approved the removal of power lines from Corralejo Dunes.
La OlivaTerritorial Cohesion to restore 50 hectares at El Cotillo to offset Origo Mare’s environmental impact
The Canary Islands Government and La Oliva Town Council have agreed to restore a degraded area of Fuerteventura’s northern coastline as compensation for the occupation of four hectares of protected land at Casas de Majanicho. The agreement includes removing roads and restoring the dune habitat.
La OlivaOpen-air cinema returns to El Cotillo
Open-air cinema returns to El Cotillo.
La OlivaEl Cotillo in Fuerteventura fills with ‘Sal y Arte’ from 8 to 10 October
The streets of the coastal town will be filled with art at a must-attend October event for residents of the municipality.
La OlivaLa Oliva wraps up second World Animal Day event to a warm reception
La Oliva has wrapped up the second edition of World Animal Day, which was warmly received.
La OlivaCONTIGO Fuerteventura establishes a new local branch in La Oliva
CONTIGO Fuerteventura has established a new local branch in La Oliva.
La OlivaLa Oliva brings athletes, technology and public authorities together to debate accessibility in sport
La Oliva has brought athletes, technology and public authorities together to debate accessibility in sport.
La OlivaCourt recognises Morera Hernández family as owners of their “family home” in Corralejo Old Town
The Puerto del Rosario Court of Instance finds that possession was public, peaceful and uninterrupted for more than thirty years. Some homes are much more than property. They are pla….
La OlivaWork begins on new Corralejo II Health Centre, with investment of nearly €10 million
Work has begun on the new Corralejo II Health Centre, with investment of nearly €10 million.
La OlivaLa Oliva People’s Party calls for a more dynamic market to make it a showcase for local produce
La Oliva People’s Party is calling for more efforts to promote and invigorate the market, with the aim of making it a showcase for local produce.
La OlivaLa Oliva Youth promotes entrepreneurship among young people in the municipality
La Oliva Youth is encouraging young people in the municipality to develop their entrepreneurial skills.
La OlivaFrom reform to transformation: La Oliva’s new plan. Opinion article by Isaí Blanco, mayor of La Oliva
From reform to transformation: La Oliva’s new plan. Opinion article by Isaí Blanco, mayor of La Oliva.
La OlivaAM-CC La Oliva calls on the PP to show consistency and drive the regional school heat plan through Education
AM-CC La Oliva calls on the PP to show consistency and drive the regional school heat plan through Education.
La OlivaFuerteventura Island Council awards Lajares road works for almost €4 million
Fuerteventura Island Council has awarded the Lajares road works for almost €4 million.
La OlivaPP says La Capellanía square must become a reality, not remain a promise
PP says La Capellanía square must become a reality, not remain a promise.
La OlivaLa Oliva and Fuerteventura Island Council renew partnership to boost commercial activity in 2026
La Oliva and Fuerteventura Island Council have renewed their partnership to support commercial activity throughout 2026.
La OlivaLa Oliva opens its first Local Police office in El Cotillo on the eve of the first weekend of Buen Viaje 2026
La Oliva opens its first Local Police office in El Cotillo on the eve of the first weekend of Buen Viaje 2026.
La OlivaPeople’s Party says Puerto Escondido Hermitage remains abandoned a year after suffering serious damage
The People’s Party says Puerto Escondido Hermitage remains abandoned a year after suffering serious damage.
La OlivaEl Cotillo to host island-wide International Youth Day celebration with music, sport and activities for all
El Cotillo will host the island-wide International Youth Day celebration, with music, sport and activities for all.