News From Mallorca

Palma, 1 November 2026: Police check 112 people after a Blocus gathering is called for Saturday and draw up 23 reports. The city centre remains calm.

Palma, 1 November 2026: Extra L8 buses run before Monday’s Mallorca v Cádiz match at Son Moix. After the game, L8 and L33 Parcial buses wait outside.

On 1 November, Mallorca firefighters warn of a gap in the safety line at Pas des Duro in Escorca, before Sa Canal des Francesos. Extra care is urged.

On Mallorca, prosecutors seek eight years over an alleged rape on 28 October 2018. The woman escaped, but the man caught up with her at her home.

Mallorca brings a culture-led tourism pitch to London's World Travel Market, 2 to 5 November 2026, as the Balearic government plans to limit tourism supply.

On 1 November, dozens in Inca, Mallorca, mourn a young woman killed in a train crash in Urda, Toledo. Inca cancels official Fira events, but the fair goes on.

Palma, Mallorca, 1 November 2026: An e-scooter rider hits a car, then police check his details and arrest him over an outstanding court order.

On 1 November, prosecutors decide to file a criminal complaint over Pedro Bestard’s use of Mallorca council cars, after internal reports find no clear misuse.

North-east Mallorca and Menorca face spells of strong northerly wind on 1 November 2026. Light rain is also possible from the afternoon.

On Mallorca, TIB buses switch to winter timetables on 1 November, but Magaluf and Tramuntana routes gain trips while Port d’Andratx gets bigger buses.

Formentor, Mallorca, hosts the 2026 Formentor Prize for Literature on 1 November. Gonçalo M. Tavares is set to receive it, with Marga Prohens attending.

On 31 October 2026, Ara Més Front Ampli alleges Sóller council in Mallorca breached election law with a Les Escolàpies works video and seeks swift action.

In Palma, Mallorca, on 31 October 2026, police search groups of young people as a Blocus protest draws little response after a clash on Friday.

A 31 October forecast puts rain over Mallorca before dawn on Sunday, with heavy showers possible and minimum temperatures falling across the Balearic Islands.

MÉS names Biel Payeras, 32, its mayoral candidate in Sa Pobla, Mallorca, on 31 October 2026, putting the town councillor in the May 2027 race.

Formentor, Mallorca, 31 October 2026: Gonçalo M. Tavares is due to receive the Formentor literary prize on Sunday, with Marga Prohens attending.

In Manacor, Mallorca, a fifth school playground opens in November. On 31 October 2026, the council reports 16,450 users and sets new access rules.

A fire guts a third-floor flat in Palma, Mallorca, on 31 October. A woman is treated for mild smoke inhalation at the scene; the cause remains unknown.

On 31 October, flames pour from a third-floor flat in Palma, Mallorca. The fire guts the home, but nobody is hurt. Its cause remains unknown.

Palma, Mallorca, 31 October 2026: Air traffic controllers plan four days of talks on staffing, private towers and a 35-hour week, ending in votes on Friday.

In Palma, Mallorca, on 31 October, researchers discuss the black pig and other native breeds, and how the farms that keep them can stay viable.

In Calvià, Mallorca, cemeteries open until 20.00 on 31 October and 1 November for All Saints. See where parking is allowed and when winter hours return.

On Mallorca and across Spain, councils start an election duty draw on 31 October. See who may refuse, when notices arrive and what the 75-euro duty involves.

Menorca, 31 October: The election board wants a ‘Bons Menorca’ video off the island council’s social media, saying the way it was posted could sway voters.

On 31 October 2026, Santa Eulària des Riu council reports over five tonnes of rubbish cleared from Cala Mestella, Ibiza, citing fire and soil risks.