Andrew Ede
Background in business publishing. Started an online blog about Mallorca in 2005, which went daily in 2007, covering culture, environment, history, politics, tourism and more. Became a regular contributor to the Bulletin in 2010 before joining the staff a few years later.
Government sacks Balearic senior official facing prosecution for sexual assault
Juan Antonio Serra Ferrer was appointed to a senior position despite there having been a judicial procedure against him.
Owner acquitted of causing the death of his dog
The dog was dragged some distance by the man's car and suffered multiple abrasions.
Colder weather in Mallorca and hospital emergencies are overstretched
Concern that Son Espases is already too small to cope with peaks in demand.
Black Friday in Palma - Should the Christmas lights have been delayed by a day?
Even with discounts, a view was that prices were higher than before.
Palma police officer arrested for renting out storage rooms as living accommodation
Immigrants in 'irregular' situations were paying up to 750 euros a month rent.
Your weekly news catch up in Mallorca
This week recent incidents in Mallorca include a fatal stabbing in Arta, a shooting in Bendinat, squatter violence in Palma, a former German soldier arrested for arson, ongoing investigations into human trafficking, migrant minors housed in a care home, a potential airport strike, and concerns about the carbon footprint and water resources.
Santa Ponsa community of owners demanding 17 years prison for ex-president
The Prosecutor's Office is seeking a far lower sentence.
Almost a third of Balearic homes are not main residences
Half of the homes not used as main residences are unoccupied.
Laying the first stone for Motorworld Mallorca
Motorworld Mallorca is on the site of the one-time Coca-Cola factory.
Donating books to Alcudia’s children’s library
The children’s section at the library in Alcudia has been crying out for books - and for books in English in particular.
Mallorca motorhome owners - not "a bunch of hippies" who cause problems
Around one hundred vehicles will gather in Sa Pobla this weekend.
Sought - the van driver who fled the scene of an accident
Motorcyclist Xavier González was hit by a van a week ago.
Thursday's weather in Mallorca - Weather alerts continuing
The forecast for Mallorca for Thursday, 23 November.
Mallorca events: What's On from Friday to Sunday
This weekend enjoy festive fairs in Mancor de la Vall, Sa Pobla and Santa Maria del Cami.
Hailstorms as polar front hits Mallorca
Amber and yellow weather alerts active for the whole of Wednesday.
On trial for alleged trade-fair fraud in Palma
The second Mallorca Real Estate Fair was called off the day before it was due to have started.
- Another body found by a Mallorca beach
- The growing problem in the Balearics of the illegal marketing of second homes as tourist accommodation
- Events called off in Palma as Mallorca feels some impact of Storm Jana
- As the town hall announces 21 million euros investment, Playa de Palma residents denounce drugs and homelessness
- Sunday weather in Mallorca - Feeling some effect from Storm Jana
Comment
Advertising Mallorca: Being responsible means being emotional
Powerful messaging is required rather than relying on a responsible tourism pledge via a website.
Andrew Ede 24/11/2023 14:00