Zaragoza's Debt Reduced by €45 Million; €46.6 Million Railway Upgrade Approved
Key Takeaways
- Zaragoza reduced debt by €45M, regaining financial autonomy for the first time since 1986.
- A €46.6M contract will improve the Madrid-Zaragoza-Barcelona railway line.
- Aragón health centers will operate from 8:00 to 15:00 or 8:00 to 20:00.
- 97.51% of Bachillerato students in Aragón passed the university entrance exam.
- Dia opened its 47th supermarket in Zaragoza, creating 7 new jobs.
Top Stories
Zaragoza reduces debt by 45M, regains financial autonomy.
On 2025-06-11, Zaragoza announced a debt reduction of 45 million euros in the last year, including a 12 million euro reduction in the first trimester of 2025. The city's debt is now 556 million euros, or 434 million euros excluding the tranvía amortization plan, representing a 7.5% reduction compared to the first trimester of 2024. The Ayuntamiento de Zaragoza closed 2024 with 67.5% of deuda viva over current income, dropping below the 75% threshold for the first time since 1986, regaining its financial autonomy in 2025.
€46.6M contract to improve Madrid-Zaragoza-Barcelona railway.
On 2025-06-11, the Ministerio de Transportes y Movilidad Sostenible, through Adif, announced a tender for a 46.6 million euro contract to improve railway operations on the Madrid-Zaragoza-Barcelona line, focusing on renovating electronic interlockings in the Embid de la Ribera-Épila section. Technical operations will also be carried out on installations located in Calatayud and at the Plasencia de Jalón gauge changer.
New operating hours for Aragón health centers announced.
On 2025-06-11, the Consejo de Gobierno approved a partial modification to the reglamento de funcionamiento de the Equipos de Atención Primaria in Aragón, establishing new operating hours for health centers. The general schedule will be Monday to Friday from 8:00 to 15:00, and in centers with afternoon hours, from 8:00 to 20:00. CSIF Aragón expressed concern over the decision for centers to close at 15:00 starting Tuesday, causing worry among workers.
97.51% pass rate for Aragón Bachillerato students.
On 2025-06-11, Europa Press Aragón reported that 97.51% of Bachillerato students in Aragón passed the Prueba de Acceso a la Universidad (PAU). Approximately 6,900 students in Aragón are awaiting their PAU 2025 scores, which are crucial for university admission.
Dia opens 47th supermarket in Zaragoza, creating 7 jobs.
On 2025-06-11, Dia opened its 47th supermarket in Zaragoza, located on Avenida Tenor Fleta 89-91, creating 7 new jobs.
Happenings Around Town
Ryanair launches express summer travel offer from Zaragoza.
Ryanair launched an express offer for summer travel from Zaragoza to Brussels, París, Milán and London on 2025-06-11. The offer includes dates between June 11 and July 31, 2025, and is available for bookings made before 23.59 hours on June 12.
Garrapinillos inaugurates new sociocultural pavilion for 1,667 people.
Zaragoza residents have fourteen holidays annually.
On 2025-06-11, it was reported that residents of Zaragoza and its province have fourteen holidays: twelve of a national and regional nature, plus two local ones that depend on each municipality.
Lidl launches €13 portable air conditioner in Zaragoza.
On 2025-06-11, Lidl launched a portable air conditioner for 13 euros, offering a quick and affordable solution for the intense heat in Zaragoza. The device features a power of 10 W, a 700 ml water tank providing up to 7 hours of continuous operation, and is priced at 12.99 euros.
Telepizza giving away free pizza slices in Zaragoza.
On 2025-06-11, Telepizza announced it would be giving away free pizza slices at over 350 locations across Spain on Thursday, 2025-06-12. In Zaragoza, Huesca, and Teruel, free slices of the two Nuevas Jugonas will be available at various locations.
Alvise Pérez event in Zaragoza draws over 350.
On 2025-06-11, Alvise Pérez held an event at the Colegio Mayor Universitario Virgen del Carmen de Zaragoza, attended by over 350 people, where he criticized the Spanish government, the democratic system, and called for people to 'rise up'. Vito Quiles, who was on the European elections list for Alvise Pérez's party, was also present.
Ana Duato performs 'La música' at Teatro Principal.
Published on 2025-06-11, Ana Duato and Darío Grandinetti are performing 'La música' at the Teatro Principal de Zaragoza from 2025-06-11 to 2025-06-15. The play, directed by Magüi Mira, explores love, passion, and pain.
Harinera ZGZ announces summer cultural events.
Published on 2025-06-11, Harinera ZGZ announced several summer events. 'Ritmo en el Jardín' will be held on 2025-06-21, 'Historias diversas' will present screenings every Wednesday in June and July, and 'Cine a la sombra. Charlot: El alma muda del siglo XX' every Wednesday in August.
'Verano de cuentos, risas y leyendas' series announced.
Published on 2025-06-11, 'Verano de cuentos, risas y leyendas' will begin on 2025-07-03, featuring storytelling and improvisation. Various performances are scheduled throughout July and August.
Social thriller ‘Rider’ filmed in Zaragoza releases June 13.
On 2025-06-11, it was announced that Ignacio Estaregui's new film ‘Rider’, a social thriller filmed in Zaragoza, is set to release on Friday, June 13. The film is described as a ‘road movie’ on a bicycle, narrated in real-time, and full of unexpected twists.
Sports Scene
Txema Indias presented as Real Zaragoza's new director.
On 2025-06-11, Txema Indias was presented as the new director deportivo for Real Zaragoza at La Romareda. He is tasked with making a minimum of nine signings during the summer of 2025.
Career Corner
Medicina: best-paid career in Spain, studied in Zaragoza.
On 2025-06-11, it was reported that the best-paid career in Spain, Medicina, can be studied in Zaragoza at the Universidad de Zaragoza and the Universidad San Jorge.
Computer Engineering degrees available in Zaragoza universities.
On 2025-06-11, it was reported that Ingeniería de Computadores and Grado en Ingeniería Informática are available at the Universidad de Zaragoza and the Universidad San Jorge.
Software development: high pay, no degree in Zaragoza.
On 2025-06-11, the article mentions that the development of software and applications stands out for its high remuneration, but it is not offered as a degree in any university in Zaragoza.
Estadística unavailable, Matemáticas available in Zaragoza.
On 2025-06-11, it was reported that the careers of Estadística is not available in Zaragoza, while Matemáticas can be studied at the Universidad de Zaragoza.
City Hall Insights
PSOE requests urgent action in degraded Aceralia area.
On 2025-06-11, the PSOE requested that the Ayuntamiento de Zaragoza act urgently in the antiguos suelos de Aceralia due to the area's degraded condition.
Fiesta & Fairs
Only one company bids for Zaragoza Christmas lights contract.
On 2025-06-11, it was reported that only one company bid for the main contract to install Christmas lights in Zaragoza this year. The most important lot of the contract is valued at 1,075,895.70 euros.
Health Watch
Quironsalud Zaragoza highlights early prostate cancer diagnosis.
Published on 2025-06-11, Quironsalud Zaragoza highlights the importance of early diagnosis and check-ups for prostate cancer, marking World Prostate Cancer Day on 2025-06-11. Dr. Manuel Sánchez, a urologist at Quironsalud Zaragoza, notes that early detection allows for higher cure rates for prostate cancer with localized treatment. Dr. Joaquín Navarro, also a urologist at Quirónsalud Zaragoza, emphasizes the importance of PSA tests for prostate cancer detection, even in healthy men without urinary issues.
Cocaine addiction attention increasing in Zaragoza.
Published on 2025-06-11, a report indicates that in Zaragoza, attention for cocaine addiction is increasing while attention for cannabis is decreasing.
Road Watch
Signal failure delays Huesca to Zaragoza train by 46 minutes.
On 2025-06-11, a signal failure caused a 46-minute delay to a train from Huesca to Zaragoza due to an incident in the signaling system in Tardienta, affecting one convoy. The train, which departed from Huesca's Intermodal station at 16:02, was forced to stop at 16:17.