ISSUE NO. 1563
18 - 24 June 2015
COSTA BLANCA NORTH YOUR PAPER, YOUR VOICE, YOUR OPINION
Killer fugitive caught
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Community spirit Costa Blanca unites to help man battling cancer
CONVICTED murderer of British couple absconded while on day release
WHEN 73-year-old Benidorm resident Barry discovered he had the fight of his life on his hands against cancer of the palate, the Grant A Wish charity stepped in to make sure he and See Page 3 his wife Karen knew they weren’t alone.
A man who kidnapped and murdered a British couple in a case that hit the UK headlines has been recaptured after he went on the run while out on day release. Venezuelans Jorge Real Sierra and his brother-in-law Juan Antonio Velazquez Gonzalez were convicted in 2006 after kidnapping and murdering the couple in Alicante in 2002. Anthony and Linda O’Malley, aged 42 and 55, from Llangollen in Wales, were househunting in Benidorm in September 2002, when they were lured to a villa in Alcoy by Sierra and Gonzalez. They were forced to empty their bank accounts of £25,000 and eventually killed and buried in cement in the cellar of the villa after an ordeal that lasted a week. Mr O’Malley was suffoTurn to Page 2 cated with
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Missing in Altea Dorset family appeals for help to trace a relative JENNIFER Conlon is seeking any information which may help her find out what hap-
pened to her cousin Rosemary Anne Helen Lesky. Can you See Page 4 help?
Sparkling success Volunteers clean up Serra Gelada waters and beach A LOCAL yacht club and environmental group recruited 50 volunteers to set about spring-cleaning a stretch of shoreline near Albir Lighthouse, collecting rubbish from the beach and See Page 6 seabed.
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Watchtower work TEULADA-MORAIRA Town Council has now secured all of the archaeological permits required to commence the restoration of the 16th century watchtower at
Cap d’Or in Moraira. The 165-metre-high tower has been declared a place of cultural interest. Work will repair structural cracks and install LED lighting.
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Killer recaptured en route to airport POLICE caught up with Sierra at Madrid Barajas
Javea scrub fire burns close to petrol station A FIRE broke out in an area of scrub on Javea’s Pla in the afternoon of last Friday (June 12) but was put out in two hours. Piles of waste vegetation had caught alight. Two properties had to be evacuated and a hedge was destroyed by the flames. A helicopter helped extinguish the fire, which was burning near a petrol station.
Another cove victim AMBOLO Cove in Javea, which has been closed since 2006 due to the danger of landslides, is not mapped and is off limits. Despite this, the Beni-
tachell lifeguard service had to rescue yet another fall victim last Sunday (June 14). The 32-year-old suffered cuts, bruises and a leg wound.
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a plastic bag when it was discovered that there was no more money in their bank accounts; his wife died from a heart attack.
The bodies were found six months later. Sierra and Gonzalez were jailed for 59 years. Sierra, 65, was allowed out on temporary release in March 2015, against the recommendation
of the prison service, and disappeared. He was reportedly apprehended as he went to Madrid’s Barajas Airport to meet his daughter. She has also been arrested for making a false report at a Fuengirola
police station on the loss of her father’s passport. As the passport had been confiscated when her father was arrested, police suspected he was attempting to secure a false ID in order to escape the country.
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Capture of the Beasts: a summer tradition WILD mountain horses are rounded up, trimmed and groomed
River rapids A CYCLIST was injured after falling into the Vinalopo riverbed in Elche. The 21-year-old was treated at the scene and taken to hospital.
Teacher back Resigned from post ELCHE’S PP Councillor Manuel Rodriguez has resigned from his post to return to high school teaching. The announcement was made after the formation of a tripartite government with PSPVPSOE, Compromis and Ilicitanos.
Dress sense Cover up A WOMAN in a bikini who was asked to leave a popular Spanish supermarket in Calpe due to being inappropriately dressed is threatening to sell her story to the British press.
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RAW SKILL: Local men use only their body strength to subdue the horses.
By Steve Walsh RAPA DAS BESTAS, or The Capture of the Beasts, is an event held in June to mark the start of a summer tradition in Mougas, North West Spain, where hundreds of wild horses are rounded up, trimmed and groomed. There, and in different villages throughout Galicia, the ritual involves rounding up and catching the wild horses from the mountains, cutting the manes of the animals, who live in a semi-feral state, before delousing them and marking the young.
186 Spanish towns with more than 20,000 inhabitants are now governed by PSOE socialist party mayors. This follows flurries of last-minute pacts and agreements prior to investiture ceremonies held all over the country last Saturday (June 13).
Dating back to the eighth century, the ownership of these horses is split between individuals, villages or parishes. It is their responsibility to catch, clean, mark, (nowadays with a microchip) and return the horses back into the mountains. The direct translation means The Scrape of the Mares. The most famous of the round-ups is in Sabucedo, Pontevedra, where more than 600 horses are corralled and restrained each year for the clipping and marking. The art in this case is that no instruments are used to subdue the animals. The men use their body strength and raw skill to complete the job.
TOMORROW (June 19) marks the first anniversary of the coronation of King Felipe VI. A year on, the monarchy’s popularity seems to have increased among the Spanish people.
Quote of the Week While those that have been stealing and lying for years are still in their posts, Guille Zapata has taken responsibility for his acts. They can’t stop change,” said Podemos leader Pablo Iglesias on Twitter referring to the Madrid Ahora councillor’s decision to stand down.
A united community helps cancer patient COSTA BLANCA retirees Barry, aged 73, and his wife Karen, aged 63, were busy packing to move house to Benidorm’s old town in April when they received the devastating news that Barry had cancer of the
palate. Surrounded by the chaos of moving they were engulfed by a more distressing crisis. Barry was treated at San Juan Hospital where Karen struggled to communicate with
the medical team so the charity Grant a Wish stepped in with translation services by Karen Thornton. They also sent chocolates and flowers so the couple would know they weren’t alone.
Barry survived three total organ failures and developed septicaemia during his stay but valiantly made it home, where Grant a Wish made him comfy in a safe and supportive wing chair. MABS Benidorm sup-
plied a pulley system to help with some gentle lifting and Telitec Communications generously provided a brand new TV with a modern internet system so he could enjoy his favourite programmes.
THE neonatal unit at the Sant Joan Hospital, Alicante, is now open 24 hours a day, allowing parents the option to stay with their babies for as long as they wish.
Denied access Needing repairs THE mayor of Tibi denounced two residents on June 15. They attempted to deny municipal workers access across their land to a sewage pipe that needed repair.
Council help Facing eviction DENIA Council is proposing council mediation for families facing eviction at the hands of their banks.
Potable water Street cleaning BENIDORM Council has ordered that street cleaning with potable water must stop. Concessionaries must use a water supply from hydrants.
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Missing in Altea FAMILY appeal for help over woman thought to have died By Jan Gamm A DORSET family are appealing for information regarding a family member they were led to believe had died. Jennifer Conlon spent many holidays in Altea visiting her cousin Rosemary Anne Helen Lesky. Jennifer believed Rosemary passed away two years ago after receiving information from a family friend. While on holiday recently with her son Gavin Floyd and her daughter Nicola Daysh, they tried to find the burial place of her ashes and that is where the trail faded. They visited the civil registry in Altea but could not find any information so went to the crematorium and Rosemary’s husband’s grave. The owners of the crematorium searched their
GAVIN FLOYD: Tried to help find Rosemary.
records but found no trace of Rosemary. A crematorium worker remembered Rosemary and did not think she was dead but suggested she may have been admitted to a hospital. Gavin said: “My mother’s friend was certain Rosemary had passed away. We wanted to pay our respects while we were here but now we are uncertain about what happened to her, especially in view of the information that she might have been admitted to a hospital. We go home on Wednesday and it looks as if the mystery will remain unsolved.” Rosemary Anne Helen Lesky was born May 4, 1946. Anyone with information that could help Rosemary to be reunited with her cousin is asked to please contact the Euro Weekly News.
Man dies after drinking detergent A MAN died in Benicarlo on Sunday June 14 after drinking detergent that was stored in a wine bottle and mistakenly placed in a refrigerator. The detergent was taken for wine and served to the man who drank a
quantity of it before collapsing. The handling and disposal of cleaning fluids is a subject that has rarely been adequately addressed during the training of hospitality staff in Spain. In this case, the alleged placing of
a poisonous liquid in a container labelled ‘wine’ had tragic results. Emergency services were called in immediately and police and an ambulance arrived at the scene at 2.47pm. The victim was rushed to a nearby
hospital where he later died from injuries described as “internal burns.” The identity of the cleaner who allegedly placed the cleaning fluid into a wine bottle has not yet been identified.
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Mayors set up their stalls for next term FEW clear majorities mean cooperation is order of day
JAVEA MAYOR: José Chulvi, one of the few to achieve a clear majority. By Jason Bailey ALL over the region new mayors have been sworn in, sharing their plans for their municipalities for the forthcoming session. As few councils delivered a clear majority the new mayors are likely to face four years of negotiations to get legislation passed. One of the exceptions, Javea’s José Chulvi, leader of the previous coalition, was welcomed back to lead the council, his PSOE party taking 14 seats at the local elections with a clear working majority. L'Alfas del Pi also returned a majority for Vicente Arques of the PSOE. In Ondara there will be a joint tenancy of the mayoral position in coalition. Zeus Serrano of the Compromis party will be mayor for the first two years with Isidro Catalan of the PP taking the tenure for the last. For the PP, Benidorm’s new mayor is Antonio Perez, Juan Francisco Perez was sworn in for Finestrat, Juan Bautista Rosello was returned as mayor of Benissa, and Antoni Joan Bertomeu Vallés takes the reins of Teulada-Moraira Council.
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Police catch up with Alicante attempted murder suspect NATIONAL POLICE in Valencia have arrested a man wanted for allegedly attempting to kill another man in Alicante. The 39-year-old detainee is suspected of
an attempted murder at a house in Alicante where the accused broke a beer bottle on the floor and stabbed the victim in the neck following an argument, causing serious injuries.
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Soccer success ONDARA Municipal Soccer School collected their trophies on Saturday June 13 at Camp Diego Mena Denia. All the pre-Benjamin players were awarded medals.
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Less waste in the waters off Serra ENCOURAGING results from this year’s clean-up Flickr: epSos.de
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Top painter A DENIA painting competition was won by Emilio Cárdenas Gómez who was presented with a cash prize of €700.
Knife attack A WOMAN was attacked with a knife at the San Juan de Ribera celebrations in Alcoy on Sunday June 14, sustaining wounds to her leg.
On hold REMODELLING of Plaza de Constitucion and Canon Vallès square in Teulada has been postponed until October to avoid disruption in the holiday season.
RUBBISH: This year the shore was littered but the sea was cleaner. ALTEA Yacht Club’s spring-clean of the waters off the Serra Gelada on June 14 has shown that the sea is now much cleaner than in the past. Two teams comprising 50 volunteers rolled up their sleeves and set about cleaning both the shoreline and the seabed. From 9am the volunteers were busy wading through the water cleaning the area from the Albir lighthouse to the beach. The teams confirmed
that most of the rubbish was collected on land. A spokesperson said: “It was mostly plastic bottles, bits of iron, furniture, all sorts of debris.” Among the garbage there was even a large electric toy car. On the bright side, the seabed was much cleaner, with just a few bags, plastic bottles and some fishing lines, which the workers surmised might have been dragged in from recent storms.
Benidorm parents warned to be alert after attempted child abduction POLICE in Benidorm are continuing to investigate a suspected attempted kidnapping of a 12-year-old girl at La Cala School in Benidorm at 1.20pm on Thursday June 11.
3 people tried to push 12year-old girl into van
The girl told her parents that a woman and two men had tried to push her into a white van at the school gates. She was only able to describe the vehicle as being white and having sliding doors. Police rushed to the scene to examine the area but were unable to find any witnesses to the incident. Parents are advised to be extra vigilant.
Snap time JALON Valley HELP is organising a photographic competition this summer on the theme ‘The Colours of the Costa Blanca’. The closing date is Wednesday September 30. A prize of €100 goes to the winner, €50 for second place and some of the entries will be used on greetings cards to be sold in the HELP charity shops. Details are at www.jalon valleyhelp.com
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Pools open THE outdoor pools at the Ciutat Esportiva Camilo Cano in La Nucia opened for the summer on June 15. Tickets for use cost only €0.50 for members and €1 for non-members.
New park A NEW park is now open in the centre of Finestrat. The area bears a tribute plaque to the late Don Fernando Martinez, a local healthcare professional for more than 40 years.
Safe place THE municipal archives in Benissa have now been consigned to SAVEX, a secure and convenient digital platform.
Beach work DENIA Council has begun work to regenerate the Blay Playa, with machines transporting 4,000 cubic metres of sand from l’Estanyo.
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TRAINING was very important for the 30 unemployed people By Community Reporter THIRTY unemployed people over the age of 25 taken on for a year of gardening and work concerned with forestry as part of the Pinar Garaita VI training programme received their diplomas on Monday June 15, presented by Mayor Bernabé Cano, councillor Vanessa Geijo and Tomás Aguirregoitía of SERVEF Technical Training. Half the students specialised in gardening and the other 15 were trained in forestry practices, workshops for which took place in a number of green areas, public parks and playgrounds throughout La Nucia. Twenty nine of the 30 student-workers obtained level 2 professional certificates in the field of maintenance and instal-
THE STUDENTS: Were presented with their diplomas for gardening
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lation of gardens in green zones, reforestation and silvicultural treatments. Certification is very important for these students who had no other qualifications.
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unemployed people receive diplomas for gardening and forestry
The town of La Nucia benefited immensely from the programme, now sporting a number of roundabouts and garden areas that have been spruced up ready for summer visitors. Mayor Cano said: “It is important to fight the economic crisis in this productive way. We will continue working with such programmes over the next few years.�
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Portable command DENIA City Council has introduced a useful portable command post for the Civil Protection service powered by a generator and manned by 60 personnel, transportable by trailer.
Final dance THE students aged three to 16 of the Conservatory of Dance held its end of term performance this week in the Benidorm Palace ballroom, featuring ballet, classical and Spanish choreography.
Book circle XABIA Book Circle will meet at 6.30pm on Tuesday July 7 in the Centro Social in the Old Town. The title for the evening is ‘Love Actually.’ Call Alma Dorndorf on 636 898 162 for information.
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Toys galore from Nucia for those in
COINCIDING with the start of the holidays when children ha By Community Reporter THE Social Welfare Department in La Nucia has confirmed that more than 500 toys have been delivered to families facing economic difficulties. The toys have been collected through various departments in the council with the help of local schools as well as a number of anonymous donations that have been made through the El Calvari Social Centre. The toys are being distributed throughout the city to coincide with the end of the school year, when children have more free time and consequently more time for playthings. La Nucia Mayor Bernabé Cano said: “This is one of the
TOY TIME: More than 500 have been delivered to families facing ec ways that we can express our solidarity with some of the more needy families in our
community.” The Social Services Department is also running a cam-
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GANDIA Council is clamping down on illegal street vendors with a concentrated campaign designed to clean up the streets and the beach area before the start of the busy summer holiday season. Local police chief, Marc
Cuesta, said: “We will be establishing a greater police presence both in the city and the beach area to tackle the worsening problem of illegal street trading.” Coordinator for Citizen Security Javier Reig pointed out that prob-
lems occur over weekends as illegal vendors trade in counterfeit goods that include high end fashion labels, DVDs, sunglasses and jewellery. Police recently apprehension of a number of illegal traders.
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conomic difficulties. paign for the donation of good quality clothing to those who cannot afford to buy new.
AN acoustic study by the Polytechnic University of Valencia-Gandia has revealed that the noise levels in Oliva have increased by 55 per cent since 1995. Noise pollution has become a serious problem in the town as the N-332 that passes through its centre has become busier, with loudness exceeding the recommended levels by more than 18 decibels. Oliva’s mayor, Ana Morell, has sent the information to the Ministry of Development and also to the Highways Department of the Valencian Community. In 1995, when the last acoustic study was carried out in Oliva, the number of vehicles pass-
ing through the little town was 11,085 in a year. Now that number has escalated to a deafening 17,265. Concerns are not only for the noise pollution but also the impact that heavy traffic inflicts on the infrastructure. The mayor suggested that the results of the survey should lend weight to a possible solution - to create a bypass to relieve pressure on the town both in terms of noise and wear and tear on the roads. The neighbouring towns of Alquería, Bellreguard and Palmera have a similar problem to Oliva in that the heavy traffic that thunders through their centres causes undue strain on communities.
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26th Fira Motor Trade Fair begins in Oliva EXHIBITION of all things engine-driven starts on June 26 By Community Reporter THE 26th Fira Motor Oliva Trade Fair will be held over the last weekend of June, starting on Friday June 26 and ending on Sunday June 28. The venue is the outdoor fairground located between the areas of Paseo de Cervantes, Mayor Juan Sancho and Joan Fuster in the town. The event will cover 14,000 square metres of exhibition space, organised by the Trade
and Markets Delegation of Oliva with the co-operation of the Agency for the Promotion of Business Innovation and the support of the Ministry for Economy, Industry, Tourism and Employment. Councillor Vicent Rojo said: “Such fairs provide a vital contribution to the revitalisation and promotion of local products and services for companies in the region, with an opportunity to improve company images and increase sales.”
READY TO ROLL: Officials present the latest edition.
Charity quiz night at White Swan DON’T miss the fun quiz night at the White Swan on Avenida San Christobal 17, Palma de Gandia, on Tuesday June 23 at 7.30pm for a prompt start at 8pm. A home-cooked, two-course meal is available at only €7.50 and the proceeds from the evening’s quizzing will
go to the helping hands animal charity, PEPA. Email zevvy@me.com, telephone the White Swan on 962 809 213 or place your table order via www.whiteswan.es no later than Saturday June 20. No more than six to a table, please.
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A true fairy godmother Our Euro Women series is featuring women who have made a success of their lives in Spain. These outstanding ladies have been shattering glass ceilings whether in business, charity work or sports. Jody Kirby, from Benidoleig, is a true Renaissance woman, running a successful business and charity.
THE first impression Jody Kirby gives is of being very attractive and charming. She has that elusive and rare gift of being able to talk to anyone, making them feel at home and welcome. She is certainly attractive but that is the least of Jody’s qualities. She is a master at handling an incredibly busy schedule that involves running the highly successful Continental Wealth Management on an international level and bringing up a family in Spain. Jody is shortly to launch a new and exciting international fashion label. And as if all those things were not enough to occupy this busy Euro Woman, she is also at the helm of Grant a Wish, one of the most active and effective charities in the region. Grant a Wish does simply that – it grants seemingly impossible wishes for people who need a helping hand in some way or another. And that help might be needed in a hundred different ways, for people who are sick, in danger, suffering from loneliness, or homelessness or loss. Jody and her family gather them in, providing solutions for apparently hopeless situations. Grant a Wish, set up three years ago, is completely unique. It helps anyone who needs help – individuals, children’s homes, families in difficulties - with no set criteria to qualify. It also lends a hand to other charities when needed. The single most impressive characteristic that Jody displays is her determination to achieve more in everything she undertakes, whether it is on behalf of Continen-
Jody Kirby’s charity Grant a Wish makes dreams come true
FINE BALANCE: On top of her charity work, business and soon-to-launch fashion label, Jody is mum to two boys.
Businesswoman and honorary biker By Jan Gamm
For me it is all about doing better all the time, every day. You can only do that by trying your best, making strides where you can.
tal Wealth Management or for Grant a Wish. She was crowned ‘Queen Biker Babe 2015’ by the Costa Blanca Harley Davidson Group for raising a staggering €3,500 for Make a Smile, the charity that supports Emaus children’s homes. And how did Jody feel about being chosen Queen Biker Babe? “Oooh…! I’d nev-
Fact file Name: Jody Kirby Age: 39 Family : Married to Darren with two sons aged 10 and 13 at school in Spain Hometown: North London Where now: Benidoleig Languages: English and Spanish Pets : Two Newfoundlands, Bella and Betsy, and Beau the rescue dog Book or TV: Book - I don’t watch TV Favourite title: I love books on self-improvement, especially health Strengths:A positive mind, always looking for solutions, turning negatives into positives Weaknesses: Trying to please everyone, which of course is impossible and leads to a process of constant juggling! Greatest success: My boys Greatest failure: I don’t think I have one – I only believe in learning lessons and letting them take you to a better place Irritants: Gossips. People do talk about me and make certain assumptions. It’s something I never do – I always take as I find. Some people just have nothing better to do…
er been on a bike before! But I was proud to be honoured and to have won the sash!” The best time of Jody’s life, she said, is: “Now! This is the best time of my life! I know who I am, I know where I am going and what I want to achieve.” And where does Jody want to be in five years? “For me it is all about doing better all the time, every day. I want the charity to smash through the roof, making thousands for the people who need it. “And I want Continental Wealth Management to go to another level too – I’d love to be able to leave my mark on the world and you can only do that by trying your best, making strides wherever you can.” Grant a Wish is a source of enormous pride for Jody: “I’m so very proud of what we have achieved, so grateful to all those who trust us with their donations and so thrilled to be able to help all the wonderful people who have benefited from our help.” For more information on Grant a Wish, see www.grantawish.es
Do you know a Euro Woman? If you do please drop us a line at eurowomen@euroweeklynews.com giving full contact details and why you feel they deserve to be honoured. As well as being featured in the EWN a book is being produced for Christmas with all profits going to charitable organisations.
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Rain stops festival THE opening night of the Nit d’Alcoy festival on Saturday June 13 was marred by a deluge of rain. Live music and other activities were unable to take place due to the bad weather.
Parking tech BENIDORM’S new parking meters are hightech and require the car registration to be typed in. Parking costs only €1 for two hours.
More police MORE than 1,500 personnel will be servicing Alicante between June 18-24 during the San Juan bonfire celebrations, from Guardia Civil and Local Police to Civil Protection officers.
ROARING SUCCESS: The Biker Babes event presented the Make By Jason Bailey THE aim was to combine Harley-Davidsons, fun for all the family, and support for one of the most worthwhile charities on the Costa Blanca. The combination proved perfect at the Costa Blanca España Harley-Davidson Group’s Fun Day on Sunday June 14. The sound was phenomenal
Revvin BIKER BABES as the bikes started to arrive and waited for the Biker Babes to hop on board. Even before that there was plenty to keep everyone occupied. There were stalls offering
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e A Smile family with a cheque for an amazing €13,000.
ng up funds and Harleys raise €13,000 everything a biker, potential biker or curious onlooker could want. Clothing, food and drink, jewellery and of course biking accessories, with rocking musical entertainment.
The Bucking Bronco sponsored by the Euro Weekly News was popular with adults and children alike, although few stayed in the saddle for more than a few seconds.
The Biker Babes, who won the thrill of riding pillion on a Harley, were sponsored by friends and family with all the money going to the Make A Smile charity that is doing a fantastic job at Relleu with its shelter and gardening project. The Biker Babes mounted up, departing in style to the roar of engines. Upon their return a cheque for €13,000 was presented for the children at Relleu.
A SAILING yacht flying the Danish flag ran aground on the beach at El Portet in Moraira on Sunday June 14. Its skipper, a 76year-old Danish man, was resting and did not notice that the yacht had dragged its anchor. The vessel had arrived from Almeria before continuing its voyage to the Balearic Islands. The yacht was towed back into deeper water by a salvage service. It was a costly stopover but no harm was done.
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Protesting development ECOLOGISTS in Action environmental group has presented a document of allegations against the proposed Rabasa development plan in Alicante, which is to house Ikea, protesting the environmental impact.
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BENIDORM’S COLOUR RACE: All the ingredients for fun for both residents and visito
SEPTEMBER fun where you will be sprayed by coloured po By Community Reporter IT’S official! Benidorm is to host a ‘Colour Race’ on Sunday, September 6 from 11am. Colour Races, sometimes
known as ‘Colour Runs’ are fun events held throughout the world. Essentially such activities are held for participants who like to let off steam in the most flamboyant and enjoyable
way possible, running, jogging or walking through a set course, being sprayed and plastered with coloured powder along the way until they are completely rainbow hued!
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owder along the five kilometre route Sports and Festival councillors Juan Ramón Martinez and Cristina Escoda are confidant the event will be a huge hit. Parties such as this go down so well in party-loving Spain and
is almost certain to catch the imaginations of Benidorm residents and visitors. Juan Ramón Martiínez said: “In a city where athletic events such as the Hotel Bali steps
contest and the half marathon are so popular, the Colour Race is sure to appeal.” The race will begin at the SSMM Plaza and continue over a five kilometre circular route.
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Sports networking ELCHE’S Country Club is hosting the sixth sports networking event; a casual family activity to build relations with the sporting industry and businesses.
Saving lives ALICANTE Transfusion Centre has started an awareness campaign in schools with the aim of raising awareness among children of the importance of donating blood to save lives.
Hotting up TEMPERATURES reached 33 degrees centigrade in the Valencia Region on Friday in Xativa and Manises. In Alicante Province, Javea and El Altet topped 31 degrees.
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Four whales spotted off Cap de Sant Antoni SWIMMING close to shore By Community Reporter FOUR magnificent whales have been sighted off the Denia coast near Cap de Sant Antoni, swimming south from the Ligurian Sea.
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whales spotted off Cap de Sant Antoni.
The crew of a sailing yacht enjoying a day on the water spotted two whales at first, then another two were spotted by the coast-
guard a while later, not far from the cliffs. All four were Fin Whales, the
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Fin whale off Denia.
world’s second largest whale species.
The area off Sant Antoni is earning its nickname ‘Whale Highway’ as so many whales are being seen close to shore in recent years. The theory is that the whales veer slightly off course, taking them closer to the shore than is usual and affording hobby sailors a memorable close up view.
Children’s meal help BENIDORM has increased its number of canteen subsidies over the school holidays to help children from poorer families facing financial difficulties in the summer holidays. Unemployment rates are still high and as a result many of the city’s children are not eating as well as they should. On Wednesday June 10 Benidorm Council approved an increase in summer school meal allowances to help alleviate the shortage. The project will run from June 22 to August 28 with the help of AMPA (The Parents Association). The council has invested €72,121.75 in summer activities for children aged three to 14 with €19,125 earmarked for catering of children’s midday meal. The Council will establish whether children qualify for a free meal through Social Services.
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What a waste! FONTCALENT urban waste treatment plant recovered only 4 per cent of materials (paper, cardboard, metal, brick, plastics) from incoming domestic waste in 2014, well below the 9 per cent required by the Comprehensive Waste Plan.
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Teulada spruces up for summer-time PLAYGROUND gets a major facelift
Meal deal THE French School in Alicante has organised bilingual culinary workshops for pupils aged five and six to teach healthy eating habits.
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Have a ball and support dogs APASA are having their Summer Ball on Saturday July 11. There will be a cava reception and a three-course meal, music by the OK band with dancing under the stars. APASA continue to carry out marvellous work saving and caring for the dispossessed dogs of Javea. Mandy Conway, President of APASA, said: “It is a wonderful way to have a splendid
night out and support the dogs. We rely on donations and monies raised from events such as these. Without the wonderful support of the community we would not be able to continue.” Tickets are only €35 and the dress code is smart casual. Booking is essential as these events sell out very fast. Tel: 965 741 668 / 606 588 197 / 669 046 923
Seminar for medical staff
Bullied out
PLAYTIME: The refurbished playground is ready for action.
ALICANTE parents have removed their 13-year-old from school saying she was bullied and the school took no action. The school said the necessary protocol had been carried out.
By Community Reporter TEULADA-MORAIRA Town Hall has refurbished the playground in Calle Jasmiler opposite the local library. It has also repaired the steps leading to the town hall which
had become dangerous due to deterioration over many years. Councillor José Vicente Llobell said that due to the poor condition of the playground it was necessary to replace all of its games and the rubber safety flooring to guarantee a soft
landing for tots to tumble on. Now the local children can enjoy playing with brand new swings, slides and other apparatus in total safety. In addition, visitors to the town hall can take the steps with confidence.
ELDA General University Hospital has hosted a seminar for healthcare professionals on the subject of legalities and other issues concerned with forensics. The aim of the seminar was to equip professionals with information to help them understand the legal issues connected with medical procedures and the impor-
tance of attending to proper procedures and practices both medically and administratively. The seminar covered postmortem examinations, the legal differences between natural and violent death and procedures concerning death certificates, particularly where deaths have occurred outside the hospital.
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Work starts on new animal shelter SUPPORT shop in Moraira opens tomorrow
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Textile salaries ALCOY textile employers and unions have reached an agreement for the next three years on an increase in salary levels starting with 0.5 per cent rising to 1.3 per cent by 2017.
Carbon tests A SERIES of carbon tests carried out at a London laboratory have revealed that the castle tower at Banyeres is Christian. The tower was rebuilt around 1265 after the Christians recovered the fort. SHELTER: After a long, four-year struggle, building work is finally under way. By Community Reporter
ANIMAL shelter AKIRA is delighted to announce the opening of the new AKIRA Charity Shop at 19 Avenida del Portet in Moraira tomorrow, Friday
June 19, from 11am until 1pm. The new shop is bigger and filled with bargains, the proceeds from which will help to finish AKIRA’s new shelter currently being built on the La Pedrera industrial park in Benissa.
Pauline Curtis of AKIRA said: “It’s been a long, fouryear struggle but we are finally able to share the first photos of the new build. We hope everyone will come along on Friday, enjoy cava and nibbles and browse the items on sale.”
Ban request LABOUR union CCOO has asked Elche Council to ban the use of weedkillers containing glyphosate herbicides on public roads for health reasons.
Patients learn how to manage their diseases THE Rheumatology Unit at Elda’s University General Hospital held its first meeting for patients with rheumatic diseases yesterday, Wednesday June 17, at 5pm. The meeting was intended for patients suffering with rheumatoid arthritis, spondylitis and psoriatic arthritis. They were given the opportunity to learn more about their disease and
how to manage it to achieve a better quality of life. Medical professionals attended the meeting including Psychologist Milena Gobbo and Rheumatology Nurse Nieves Martinez. A discussion took place between the patients with emphasis placed on the advantages of keeping a positive outlook when dealing with such debilitating illnesses.
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Trade association has new chief RAUL PARRA PEREZ takes over the role By Community Reporter THE Independent Association of Traders in Benidorm and Province (Aico), with its 506 members, is to be chaired by entrepreneur and businessman Raul Parra Perez, who has taken over from Rafa Gasent. Parra has some strong opinions on what should be done to make improvements for traders in the town and is eager to get to work, saying
506 Benidorm traders belong to the Aico association
he sees the task ahead divided into two categories: Action and Promotion. The way forward, as he sees it, is to gather retailers together to ascertain what is most wanted before setting
about how to achieve it. Late-night opening is definitely on the cards for major Benidorm stores which are likely keep their doors open until midnight, with smaller businesses to gradually join in the incentive for busier trade. Raul Parra’s views are focused on building brisker trade by intelligent marketing and by improving the streets of Benidorm with cleaning and proper security.
Lightning strike causes fire A FIRE in a pine forest in Jalon last Saturday afternoon (June 13) was dealt with quickly and efficiently by firefighters, it was reported by the CICU (Emergency Co-
ordination Centre). The blaze was brought under control by 5.40pm with the help of five aircraft and three fire brigades. The fire was caused by a lightning strike.
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Council to run sports centre been made leading to a debt ALCOY Council has apto the council of €206,000. proved a plan for the manThe council will take agement of Centre d’Esover the manports at the agement of former abattoir the centre belonging to is the amount the prirather than Eduardo Lavate contractor owed appoint antorre. The the council in concesother permit sports centre, sionary fees holder. with facilities Further works are to be which include a heated pool carried out on the premises and gym, has been manto accommodate adminisaged by a private contractor trative offices for the Local since 2006. But not a single Police. concessionary payment has
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British biker dies in race THE 54-year-old was competing in a Supermotard event was thrown sideways. The circuit was lined with straw bales but he hit a tree and suffered a fatal head injury. A BRITISH motorcycle racer died The other rider involved in the accion Sunday June 14, while competing in dent was lucky enough to escape seria Supermotard event in Algemesi, ous injury. General Secretary of the Valencian Federation of Motorcycling Carmelo Fernandez said he had supervised and approved all protection and safety measures on the circuit, which runs through an industrial zone near a residential area. He said: “Everything was in order. There hasn’t been a fatal accident on this circuit for decades, it is one of the best and safest street circuits. But this is a sport where riders take risks and there can never be total protection.” Timothy was taken to the WELL EQUIPPED: Benidorm lifeguards with some of the new kit. Hospital de la Ribera in Alzira but nothing could be fication bracelets to help chilFloats, flags, mats, markers BENIDORM beach persondone to save his life. dren stay safe, were among for first aid stations and sun nel have been given equipEarly indications are that the items received. shades as well as 1,000 identiment sponsored by FEMP. the helmet he was wearing was smashed. The organisers of the event cancelled the main race scheduled for 1pm. Mayor of Algemesi Marta Trenzano has conveyed her condolences to Timothy’s family. The matter has now been put into the hands of the Judicial Police. By Community Reporter
north of Gandia. Timothy Hector Swinscoe was a 54year-old resident of Orba and had taken part in many such races. On this occasion, he collided with another rider and
Beach safety comes first
Life’s not a bowl of cherries THIS year’s cherry crop in Alcoy has fallen by 11 million. An extended period of drought aggravated by the intense heat in early May which cooked the fruit on the branch has reduced the harvest by 70 per cent. The delay in getting the crop in has also resulted in a lower price to the farmers. Out of 30,000 cherry trees at least 10 per cent were left barren or dead from lack of water.
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L’Alfas del Pi’s techno laboratory TALENT and intelligence for the project By Community Reporter THE Mayor of L’Alfas del Pi, Vicente Arques, has invited scientists and entrepreneurs of the Frax Foundation in Albir to become involved in and develop new technologies that may be applied to energy saving, tourism and health within a new ‘Technologia Mediterraneo’ Laboratory. Alicante Economics Professor Andrés Pedreño has referred to the l’Alfas incentive as “…a project born with its feet on the ground,
low cost, without extravagance, based on talent and intelligence.” The assignments that will be explored within the experimentation project will have the aim of linking the physical and digital world. Professionals involved include researcher in nanotechnology Javier Garcia, Dean of the University of Murcia José Orihuela, Dean of the University of Madrid Maria-Teresa Arredondo, Economist Andrés Pedreño and CEO of Aqualogy, Manuel Cermerón.
Surprise package in the sea A LOCAL foreign resident who takes an early morning dip every day in the sea off Denia was surprised to discover a square, floating package. He took the package to a police roadblock
nearby where the plasticwrapped packet, covered in algae and barnacles, was opened with a knife: inside was a large quantity of hashish weighing around 30 kilos.
Early indications are that the packet was tossed overboard by traffickers trying to dispose of evidence when intercepted by a police patrol. No further surprise bundles were found in the area.
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Summer fun for Denia families A RANGE of activities from now until September
HAVING FUN: The focus of the summer campaign. By Community Reporter DENIA’S summer campaign to promote family life involves a total of 4,000 people in a concentrated programme of fun activities that will take place from June right through to September. The calendar features 37 activities for all the family, many of which are free. There are
games, special events and day trips to local beauty spots and places of interest including Cap de Sant Antoni, saddle-pack excursions and nature walks. The aim is to help integrate family life, encouraging families to indulge in healthy, stimulating and fun summer activities. More information may be found via www. denia.es
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Villena referendum on bullfighting SEEN as a barbaric, socially unacceptable ritual of cruelty by many people THE Socialist Party in Villena is calling for a debate with a view to putting an end to bullfighting. The secretary general of the PSOE in Villena, Fulgencio Cerdán, said on Thursday June 11 that his party intended to request from the new Verde governing council a referendum to give local citizens the opportunity to air their views on this contentious issue. Bullfighting has long been a subject of debate in modern Spain where a new generation of protestors take the argument to consign the country’s tra-
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BULLFIGHTING: Barbaric or part of Spanish life?
ditional blood sport to the archives to new levels, campaigning tirelessly to stamp out what they see as a barbaric, socially unacceptable ritual of cruelty. Despite Catalonia’s 2011 ban and bullrings closing down, there is still a hard core of traditionalist die-hards expounding for the preservation of a sport they see as part of Spain, inherent within the rich and flamboyant tapestry of Spanish life along with flamenco dancing, fine wine and good paella. It is thought a bullfighting event planned for September 7 to coincide with the Moors and Christians celebrations is unlikely to take place.
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Four drug traffickers go to prison FOUR defendants have been sentenced to prison terms that add up to a total of 16 years and seven months for bringing a stash of 10.8 tonnes of hashish from Morocco into Spain, hidden in boxes of frozen sardines. The drugs were intercepted in Santa Pola in November 2009 and was the biggest drugs haul of hashish to be recovered in Alicante Province to date. An Alicante court acquitted six others who were arrested, believing they were unaware the importation of the goods was hiding an illicit activity.
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Ladies wanted to swell local group! JOIN Calpe’s latest women’s club and enjoy activities such as baking and sewing classes
The war on mosquitoes EL CAMPELLO’S Town Hall is stepping up its deinfestation programme and declaring war on mosquitoes. Treatments have been increased in the area near the Rio Seco with aerial spraying from helicopters deployed to keep the insects under control. Products used are biode-gradable and environmentally friendly with flora and fauna. It was confirmed that precautions against infestation would continue until temperatures drop.
By Community Reporter LADIES are wanted to help swell the membership of Calpe’s latest women’s association. They began with just four ladies and now have 25 who attend every week, practising such activities as baking, sewing and also language classes. The majority of the present membership is Muslim but they are eager to stress their door is open to anyone who would like to join this sociable bunch, whose main interests are integration and friendship. Diplomas for a variety of achievements were handed out at a meeting this week featuring tea and delicious Moroccan pastries as the group disbands for the summer but enrolment is open for September. For info call 602 825 459.
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LADIES WANTED: New Calpe ladies group hoping for more members.
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Benidorm is the best at recycling CAMPAIGN to run throughout September By Community Reporter BENIDORM has put in a top performance when it comes to glass recycling, turning in three times more than any other town in Spain prompting Ecovidrio, the non-profit entity responsible for the management of glass recycling in the country, to cite the city as a shining example. Benidorm has been chosen to present the company’s 2015 recycling plan, with the aim of raising public awareness on the importance of recycling. Ecovidrio Area Manager Roberto Fuentes said: “Benidorm is doing well at recycling but has to
keep improving.” Fuentes pointed out that the recycling campaign to run throughout September will involve 59 coastal towns in 16 municipalities with the target of increasing recycling of glass by around 14 per cent, representing 22,000 tonnes of glass. Benidorm currently has 357 glass recycling containers, each serving 193 inhabitants. During the summer peak season, 35 per cent of the total glass collection for the year is taken. Ecovidrio, with its slogan ‘Recycle to the End,’ is to install 500 new recycling points nationwide with a team carrying out awareness activities.
New crossing to Moraira beach MORAIRA-TEULADA town council has plans to install a new pedestrian crossing at the popular picnic area at carretera Moraira-Calpe near the beach.
During the summer months the road becomes extremely busy and now poses a danger to residents and holidaymakers crossing to the picnic area.
The area is now ready for the crossing to be completed. The cost of the work will be undertaken by the Diputación Provincial de Alicante.
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Fusion at the Frax Foundation FIFTY students will be exhibiting their unique style and technique By Community Reporter THE Frax Foundation in Albir is hosting the Fusion Exhibition 2015 with exhibits to remain on view until June 28.
Fifty students from the third and fourth year of the Faculty of Fine Arts of Elche’s University de Miguel Hernandez are exhibiting. Through their work, they have devel-
oped a particular and unique style and technique. The foundation opening hours are weekdays, Monday to Friday, from 9am to 3pm and admission is free.
TRAPS: Some of the equipment seized.
Coastguard seizes illegal fishing gear ABUNDANT marine life is a draw for sport fishermen By Community Reporter THE coastguard has confiscated a number of items used for illegal fishing in the waters off Cap de Sant Antoni near Denia. The area is a marine reserve and as such the use of certain items for spearing, trapping and harpooning is illegal. Marine life abounds, making it a big draw
for kayakers, sailors, scuba divers, snorkelers and whale watchers. However, the waters also prove irresistible to sport fishermen who do not observe the code that is in place to protect conserved species. Coastguards attached to the councils of Deni a and Val enci a ar e i nvol ved i n an ongoing surveillance of the coastline in the area.
Weekend rock-climbing course for beginners C LU B de M unta nya El Tossal La Nucia and the Department of Sports have organised a beginners’ course in climbing, to take place during the last two weekends in June. The course will feature
cl i m bi ng and al so r ock climbing over a 20-hour period of instruction. The course will be taught by expert Antonio GarcíaCuenca of t he Techni cal Sports Climbing Federation with emphasis on develop-
ing skills and strict observation of safety. Places are limited in sets of four with a maximum of six students over the age of 15. Registration and price enquiries may be made by calling 647 078 133.
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Best foot forward for green shoe project AIM is to produce an environmentally-friendly item By Jan Gamm YOU may have heard of a ‘green footprint’ but now local producers want to take it a step further and make a ‘green shoe’. Inescop is encouraging training in environmental practices within the shoe industry in an effort to produce qualified technicians responsible for environmentally-friendly regulatory processes. The aim is to produce a green shoe in the
Vinalopó, which can be manufactured without damaging the environment. To this end, a consortium from a number of European countries are to participate in the project ‘A step toward sustainability: how to implement sustainable production of footwear: new occupational profile and training opportunities’. The difficulty will probably be in finding ways to manufacture the item economically.
An apprenticeship programme is to be set up to address the needs of the sector using the principles of the European Training Credit System for Vocational Education and Training. The initial target market for the green shoe is in sporting performance footwear, which is both fashionable and practical, and can be marketed at a price that will not stamp out the profit.
Parrot thieves arrested in Elche PARROT thieves have been arrested by National Police in Elche. The gang of five people, aged between 39 and 65, had allegedly carried out several burglaries within the rural districts of Elche.
During the operation police recovered among other items a kayak and a mountain bike as well as six marihuana plants. The operation led to the recovery of domestic birds such as parrots, parakeets and pheasants.
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NEWS FROM OUR FIVE OTHER REGIONS
COSTA DEL SOL
Magical night for the Salon Varietes By Maria José Fernandez
OKLAHOMA! A huge cast of 90 performed musical favourites.
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MALLORCA
THE magnificent outdoor auditorium of Mijas saw on June 13 a major production put together to celebrate the 30th anniversary of Fuengirola’s English-speaking theatre Salon Varietes. Hosted by Johnny G and Alexandra Avery, the show gathered approximately 90 actors on stage, who performed all-time hits from legendary musicals such as Oklahoma, Hairspray and Grease, under the direction of John Gale. Young and old, the group of performers of all ages and backgrounds made sure the audience enjoyed themselves, as they sang along to old time music hall classics, fabulous Broadway numbers and modern hits. The brainchild of Valerie Williams, president of the Friends of the Theatre (FOTA) association, a social group of theatre goers who support the Salon, the show burst all previous box office fundraising records. The final piece, At The End Of The Day from ‘Les Miserables,’ left the audience amazed with passionate performances and the entire cast onstage, to a standing ovation.
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Illegal market
Lucky numbers
Quality buyer
Bigger bars
A BUSINESSMAN from San Miguel has filed a complaint before the anticorruption prosecutor calling for an investigation into why the El Campico market in Guardamar continues to open without any licences.
A RESIDENT of Son Servera won a staggering €1.75 million on the Loteria Primitiva raffle last Saturday (June 13). The numbers were 24, 37, 40, 46, 41, 43.
ITALY has been announced as the country which imports most food and drink items from Malaga (20.4 per cent of the total). During the first three months of 2015, they acquired more than 15 tonnes of products for €45.7 million.
CHIRINGUITO bars on Almeria City beaches will be double their initially-envisaged size. Owing to changes in the Coastal laws, these can occupy a 330square metre area.
Charity play
Suspected rape
AN Orihuela theatre group has put on a play to help raise funds for needy families served by the Platform Affected by Mortgage (PAH) Orihuela.
AN EMPLOYEE of a bar in Platja de Palma was arrested by National Police after being accused of sexual assault by a 20-year-old British tourist. The man had an extensive criminal record for similar incidents.
Export prices
Growth rate
THE Entrepreneurs Association of Vega Baja (ASEMVEGA) has requested the removal of tariffs on the export of products such as artichokes, after the crop closed one of the best years in terms of quality and price.
THE Balearics’ growth rate during the first three months of 2015 reached 2.2 per cent. The gross value added rate has gone from 0.2 per cent to 2.1 per cent this year, the highest increase since 2007.
Car show ALMORADI’S annual motor show, saw around 400 cars for sale ranging in price for €2,500 to €40,000 offering something for all car buyers with thousands visiting the two day event.
Quick session ORIHUELA’S last plenary session of the legislature lasted just 30 seconds as the vote was taken to approve the minutes of the last meeting. It was the last meeting before the new mayor is elected.
Three mayors LLUCMAJOR will have three new mayors over the next four years. A pact drawn up by candidates from MES, Proposta per les Illes (PI) and PSOE parties agreed to have MES leader Jaume Tomas invested as mayor on Saturday (June 13).
Water poisoning AS many as 30 pupils at the public school Aina Moll in Palma suffered poisoning, believed to be caused by the canteen’s water.
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Water works
Paper chase
WORKS to improve the capacity of the Albuñol water treatment plant have been awarded to company UTE, with a price of €3.6 million. The facilities will give service to 14,645 residents.
BIN liners full of documents were taken from Cantoria Town Hall before the recent changeover, residents reported. Despite protests they were personal papers their return was overseen by the Guardia Civil.
Dance school
Local winners
THE registration period at Velez-Malaga’s dance and music school will remain open until June 26. A total of 500 students are trained every year to become professional dancers and musicians.
BRAVING bad weather and high winds, 500 people swam, cycled and ran in the 10th Almeria City Triathlon. Almeria residents Juan Salvador Diaz Cuellar and Elia Roda won the male and female categories.
Dramatic fall A 45-YEAR-OLD man sustained severe injuries after falling head first from a five-metre height at the entrance ramp of Calahonda beach in Nerja. He was taken by helicopter to the hospital.
New mayor PP candidate Oscar Medina has been invested mayor of Torrox. It is the first time the Partido Popular conservative party has gained control of the town hall. It will do so without a majority.
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Loving memory MANUEL RUIZ from Huercal-Overa cycled 2,500 kilometres between London where he now lives and his home town in 21 days. He dedicated the journey to his father, who died last year.
All in the family LAST year 132 Almeria Province minors reached court for physically abusing their parents. Those found guilty spend time in young offenders’ centres.
School evacuated ST ANTHONY’S school in Mijas Costa had to be evacuated after a fire, the second in the Mijas area in two days, broke out nearby. Luckily emergency and firefighting services were quick to get the blaze under control, and nobody was harmed.
Bookworm city MARBELLA is the third city in Andalucia behind Granada and Sevilla for book sales according to a report from Amazon on the numbers of books and electronic books they sell.
Quick trip IN JULY and August, Transmediterranea will run a quick ferry service between Malaga and Melilla on Fridays and Sundays, carrying passengers across the sea in just three and three quarter hours.
Access exams A TOTAL of 7,220 students, 4,228 of whom were female, sat their ‘Selectividad’ university access exams this week (June 16-18) in Malaga Province, with more than 300 teachers supervising exam halls at 17 different locations.
Red shoes MALAGA City’s Plaza de la Constitucion saw more than 500 pairs of red shoes placed in the square and members of the public put notes inside in an event to raise awareness on and protest against gender violence.
Busy fair MORE than 140,000 visitors were registered at Marbella’s San Bernabe fair, which ran for seven days at a new location next to La Cañada shopping centre.
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Boys questioned SWEDEN: Two teenage boys are being questioned after the body of a 65-year-old pensioner was found on a farm in Varberg, Sweden. The boys had absconded from a foster home.
Dwarf tossing SWEDEN: A Swedish firm that rents out people with dwarfism for events has been condemned for exploitation. The firm says it provides legitimate employment for those who are disadvantaged.
Expensive flats FINLAND: Accommodation in Helsinki is deemed to be too small and expensive to attract business experts to the city. A flat there can cost the same as in London.
Gas plant rocks FINLAND: A FORMER gas production plant will host the 18th annual Tuska Metal Festival. The festival is hugely popular and is noted for its fans wearing all black.
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Westminster bar flourishes TILLS are ringing in subsidised parliamentary pub MPs either celebrated or consoled themselves after the general election. The Strangers’ bar recorded that £11,000 of tax payers’ money was spent during the first week of the new parliament.
BRITISH PRESS
Demolition call
Uber upstarts
BRANDON LEWIS, UK Housing Minister, has recommended the demolition and redevelopment of old council estates in London to top up the supply of available property.
BLACK-CAB drivers in London have started a poster campaign targeted at their alleged abuses at the hands of app-based taxi service Uber.
tributed to their deaths.
Swansea looks to sea A REVOLUTIONARY tidal lagoon project in Swansea is the start of a new business initiative that could stop the UK’s reliance on fossil fuels.
Bomb discovery
Soldiers tried too hard THREE SAS soldiers who died on a selection exercise were thought to have pushed themselves beyond their limits. It is thought that high temperatures con-
TAXI: Cabs in turf war.
Dutch jazz orchestra celebrates THE largest ensemble of its kind in the word turns 70
No worries GERMANS most want a life free from financial stress, polling company IPSOS has revealed. Owning property was also rated highly in the National Well Being Index.
Wolves return AFTER 135 years since the last wolf was shot in Hunsruck, a scheme to reintroduce the animals has begun. Once the cubs are weaned they will be released.
SWEDEN: A resident of an apartment building in Stockholm has had his lease cancelled after he walked around nude in the public areas of the building. He is 60 years old.
NORWAY: Jo Nesbo’s latest book, Blood on Snow, is number two in the British best seller list.
Car pool drug
BMW has unveiled its 2016 BMW 7 Series. The model is far more technologically advanced than the luxury sedan it replaces.
Naked neighbour
Author excels
A HANOVER homeowner has shot dead an alleged burglar after he discovered him and his accomplices on his property. Realising they were armed, he fired one shot and hit the intruder.
New BMW 7
CINDERFORD in Gloucestershire was partially evacuated after the discovery of 17 WW2 bombs in recent excavations. The bombs are thought to contain explosives and chemical agents.
NORWAY: The government has agreed to accept 8,000 Syrian refugees as part of a Nato plan to assist those fleeing the regime. Financial aid will be given to areas participating.
NORWAY: THE EMCDD has found that waste water in Oslo contains a massive concentration of methamphetamine.
Burglar shot
A WOMAN from Hagen who booked a car share to Vienna was coerced into drug dealing. She was forced to deliver packages throughout the ordeal.
Sanctuary
Hard water
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Hitler art sale ON SONG: The Metropole.
THE Dutch Metropole Orchestra, having played with such musical greats as Ella Fitzgerald, is the largest jazz and pop orchestra in the world, celebrating its 70th birthday this year.
No Euro Games FINANCE for the 2019 European Games is the reason the Netherlands has rejected hosting them. The costs were said by the government to be excessive and irresponsible.
DUTCH PRESS
The real thing ONE of the greatest paintings in the Mauritshuis museum has finally been authenticated as the work of Rembrandt van Rijn, after decades of speculation.
Tintin image permitted Children see execution DUTCH judiciary has ruled in a court case that a Tintin fan-club can use images of the be-quiffed hero as the rights are not owned exclusively by the Herge Society.
A GANGLAND shooting in Zaadam was witnessed by primary school children. Four men in balaclavas executed Lucas Bloom in broad daylight.
NUREMBURG auctioneers Weidler are selling 14 watercolours signed A Hitler. They are dated between1904 to 1922. Other paintings by Hitler have sold for €130,000.
Sausage bust FOUL smells from a flat in Offenbach led inspectors to a homemade abattoir. They found an illegal sausage factory with bins of intestines and sausage stuffing apparatus.
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RUSSIAN P RESS
Italy and Vatican welcome Putin Cordon Press
PRESIDENT met with Pope and senior Italian politicians
THE PAPA AND PUTIN: Pope Francis gave a warm welcome.
VLADIMIR Putin received a warm welcome on his Italian visit, received by Pope Francis and also Italy’s prime minister and president.
Third plane crash THREE Russian military planes have crashed recently leading to rumours that the Kremlin is neglecting safety in favour of showing military strength.
Death rate rises THE first quarter of 2015 saw a 22 per cent rise in the mortality rate of Russians from respiratory illness. Medical experts have yet to attribute the deaths to one specific cause.
World Cup 2018 RUSSIA is preparing for the 2018 World Cup despite bribery allegations, said Sports Minister Vitaly Mutko. FIFA is being investigated for corruption linked to the awarding of the tournament.
Social media GULAG prisoners’ letters are being shared on social media to make sure the effects of Stalin's disastrous economic
Popular show RUSSIAN parents are starting to name their children after figures from TV series Game of Thrones. Most popular name from the show is Arya, youngest daughter of Lord Eddard and Catelyn Stark of Winterfell.
Emigration fears RUSSIAN brides who marry abroad are depleting the country of its future workforce. Most leave Russia after marriage and therefore their children will not contribute to the nation’s economy.
Artist recovered
policies are never forgotten. The letters were discovered in 2005.
ANATOLY ZVEREV has had a museum dedicated to him in Moscow. His art was shunned by the Soviet state until after his death in 1986.
Selfie causes harm
Bad tap water
TWO Russian girls were taken to hospital after being electrocuted while taking a selfie on top of a train in Martsevo. Both girls are expected to recover.
MORE than 400 people in North Ossetia have been hospitalised after drinking yellow water that came from their taps. Most suffered from vomiting and fever.
Museum excites THE Experimentanium science museum in Moscow is thrilling visitors with its interactive exhibits focusing on science, anatomy and mechanics.
Russia ranks 26th THE World Economic Forum has rated Russia 26th in a list of countries that can facilitate human capital for economic use, partly due to its large population. ARYA STARK: Gains namesakes.
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Bankruptcy changes offer second chance for debt-laden Spaniards By Jason Bailey
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Christine Lagarde, Managing Director IMF.
IMF demands more economic changes THE International Monetary Fund (IMF) has praised Spain for its economic progress but has focused on areas where it suggests further reforms are needed to ensure recovery continues. It has proposed changes to employment law so that companies are able to dismiss staff without incurring the ‘prohibitive’ costs that are currently in place. This will encourage companies to offer more con-
mitted debtors to reach a deal with creditors but as the majority of cases involved mortgage defaults, agreements were needed with banks and they generally declined, preferring to seize the property. The new changes mean that once an indi-
I GO on expeditions for the same reason an estate agent sells houses – to pay the bills.’ Ranulph Fiennes @IMF.ORG
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tracts but it also has the effect of making employment less stable. It could reflect in a negative way on the current rise in spending by those in work, as less security in their positions could encourage more saving than spending, thereby stilting economic growth. The IMF also wants a rise in IVA which theoretically could bring more revenue but have a detrimental effect on spending.
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Kids range mars profits GALICIAN clothing chain Adolfo Dominguez has ended the year down 8.2 per cent on last year ’s profits, recording losses of nearly €11 million. This is prompting proposals to close down its children’s clothing line.
Bank growth CAJAMAR achieved a growth in gross revenue of 16.4 per cent in 2014, resulting in a doubling of its profits to almost €98 million.
€22.7m bail INSURERS are to cover €22.7 million bail imposed by the High Court on exBankia President Rodrigo Rato and former executives José Luis Olivas and Francisco Verdú, leaving €11.3 million to be paid by the bank.
A Spanish Eurozone chief? SPAIN’S Economy Minister Luis de Guindos has announced he is running for President of the Eurozone. With Spain leading the economic recovery within the zone by the application of tight fiscal initiatives, it was thought that the minister would be elected without op-
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IN 2014, there were 30.26 million people aged 16-64 years resident in Spain compared with the UK’s 64.5 million.
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THE ‘second opportunity’ legislation passed earlier this year has offered hope to many debt-laden Spaniards. Prior to the changes any debt incurred would follow the debtor until it was paid off in full. There were changes to the law in 2003 which per-
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position as a positive sign of the progress the country has made. PM Mariano Rajoy, who is facing a strong political battle later this year in the looming general election, said he felt the appointment would be justified due to the dramatic progress of the Spanish economy.
vidual has filed for insolvency then mortgage payments are halted for two months. A five-year plan is set up which takes into account the individual’s income and debt amount. If there is evidence that they have done all they can to meet the repayments, after five years all outstanding debt is cancelled.
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Siesta losing popularity WORK safety organisation Unipresalud has collated some reasons why more Spaniards are opting for the ‘intensive day’ work schedule in the hottest part of the year. Spanish families are beginning to see the benefits of a shorter day, dispensing with the traditional siesta period, choosing instead to finish work or school earlier. Other advantages include lower transportation costs with fewer journeys made to and from work and school and lower costs for child-care.
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$ 6.37 $ 13.70 $ 44.11 $ 18.10 $ 2.72 $ 19.29 $ 26.10 $ 5.86 $ 14.56 $ 48 $ 2.77
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$ 110.13 $ 3.68 $ 6.67 $ 5.30 $ 32.90 $ 19.20 $ 8.68 $ 54.69 $ 13.11 $ 3.79 $ 74.24
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Spanish stay-cations SIXTY-SIX per cent of reservations by Spaniards are for domestic destinations, according to online travel company Rumbo.
Energy saving AIMPLAS, the Technological Institute of Plastics, is participating in the ‘Jospel’ project, where researchers are developing more efficient cooling systems for electric cars, reducing energy usage by 50 per cent.
Summer staff SPANISH supermarket chain Mercadona has announced that it is hiring 4,000 extra workers for June to September, each on a net salary of €1,100 per month.
Ticket woes AIR FRANCE-KLM could decide to charge for third party ticket sales made outside its own sales channels, said President of the group, Alexandre de Juniac. Spanish travel agencies say this will cause booking complications.
Amazon probe THE European Commission has begun a formal investigation into the activities of US e-commerce giant Amazon, for allegedly manipulating competition in the market for electronic books.
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A mixed bag for economic growth SOME G20 countries are doing much better than others By Dilip Kuner QUARTERLY Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in the G20 area - which includes Spain under the EU umbrella - grew by 0.7 per cent in the first quarter of 2015, slightly down from 0.8 per cent in the previous quarter, according to preliminary estimates. However, the latest figures were a mixed bag with some countries doing much better than others. GDP contracted in Canada (by 0.1 per cent), the US (by 0.2 per cent), and Brazil (by 0.2 per cent), following positive growth of 0.6 per cent, 0.5 per cent and 0.3 per cent respectively in the previous quarter. GDP growth also eased significantly in South Africa, to 0.3 per cent, compared with
OUTPUT: The EU area grew by 0.4 per cent.
1.0 per cent in the previous quarter, and to a lesser extent in Mexico, to 0.4 per cent, compared with 0.7 per cent in the previous quarter. In Germany and the UK, it was 0.3 per cent, down from 0.7 per cent and 0.6 per cent respectively in the previous quarter. In China and Indonesia, GDP growth slowed slightly to 1.3 per cent and 1.1 per cent respectively, compared with 1.5 per cent and 1.2 per cent respectively in the previous quarter. The EU area grew 0.4 per cent from the previous quarter, or 1 per cent on the first quarter of 2014. Much of the increase in GDP can be put down to Spain, which has started to emerge from recession.
UNIVERSITIES in Spain are to invest in software that prevents and detects plagiarism in order to clamp down on students who copy material for their course work. A survey by the Francisco de Vitoria University near Madrid revealed that out of 40 students aged 17 to 19, six had directly copied as much as 40 per cent of website text for a set assignment. A further eight students plagiarised up to 20 per cent. A more worrying aspect was that students when confronted with the results of the analysis of their work were for the most part surprised that such behaviour was unacceptable. Professor Zulema Calderón, who conducted the programme, said: “Most of them did this without intention of wrong-doing, not realising that plagiarism is wrong.”
Scrapping the cash for parts
Real thing COCA-COLA is to spend an estimated €50 million relaunching its iconic glass bottle in Spain, coinciding with its centenary.
Appeal lost BARÇA star Lionel Messi has lost his appeal over tax fraud charges. He could face trial over allegations involving an estimated €4.6m.
Costly labour SPAIN is in Europe’s top 10 for the highest labour costs not linked to wages, i.e. costs for social security contributions, severance and unemployment payments, etc, according to a German Institute, IEE.
LUCRATIVE SIDELINE: Cash sales of vehicle spares in the scrapyard sector. SPAIN’S Tax Office is in the process of concluding a major crackdown against tax evasion by vehicle scrapyards dealing in sales of black market parts. The scrapyard sector has always been able to conduct a lucrative sideline in cash sales of vehicle spares to private individuals and also to professional workshops and garages. Operation Crossbow was launched to address the problem of cash changing
€70 million The amount the taxman misses out on from scrapyards.
hands without being declared for tax, focusing on 45 companies across seven regions. The investigation concluded that around half of the sales conducted were concealed from the Treasury, to the value of around €70 million per year. The process of investigation was complicated by the nature of the businesses being scrutinised; it is difficult to assess or evaluate how many useful parts may be saleable in a vehicle for scrap and tra-
ditionally such sales are conducted in cash. More than 250 officials representing the tax authorities are to examine the registration of companies authorised to process scrap vehicles. Other enquiries alongside the operation have prompted tax audits on at least 10 individuals who are shareholders and directors of the companies under investigation.
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Cash for mums
Girls are doing it for themselves
A BENEFIT for mothers in Spain with two or more children that could boost their allowances by 5-15 per cent between 2016 and 2019, has been given the green light.
Loose change
Family needs
THE entrepreneurial world has long been dictated by men, but according to a study by the University of Cambridge it appears women are gaining ground. Females are also more likely than men to be thinking about expanding their business in the next three years. Women playing a bigger role in small businesses is no longer big news and according to agencies that help launch small businesses, female-run ones are booming, with one agency reporting that their female clientele had jumped from 10 per cent to 25 per cent in the past few years. Even so many women still hold back when it comes to following the dream of starting their own business. Some believe this may have something to do with opinion that has surrounded the idea of women in business in the past. Some female business-owners say people are often surprised that they alone run a business. Others assume
EMPLOYMENT Minister Fatima Báñez has confirmed that 94,000 people with families applied for €426 per month in unemployment benefits this year.
A day off SHIPPING service CLH based in Madrid has rewarded its employees with a full day off in return for a perfect attendance record for the first quarter of the year.
Billing abroad SPANISH firms billing overseas have increased by 40 per cent in five years; 18 per cent of them took their interests abroad in the crisis, said the Spanish Chamber of Commerce.
Jane Plunkett A look at finance for females jane.plunkett@euroweeklynews.com
GOING IT ALONE: Many more women are setting up small businesses. that a female-run business must be some kind of arts and crafts workshop operating out of a garage, instead of a company that posts impressive annual revenues. Women in general don’t have enough role models when it comes to entrepreneurship. There are a lot more famous
male entrepreneurs, and this can have the effect of reinforcing the myth that women just aren’t as entrepreneurial as men. It is often imagined that becoming an entrepreneur means giving up your personal life. This can be daunting, especially if added to the pressure of the role
women may have to play as a mother too. But many female entrepreneurs dispute this and say that leaving the corporate world to work alone actually offers a great opportunity to achieve a better work-life balance. So, girls, if you want to branch out on your own, go for it!
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Our world is ruled by corruption Ugis Riba / Shutterstock.com
FORGET FIFA, most of us can be bought if the price is right LEAPY LEE SAYS IT
OTHERS THINK IT I CAN’T understand why people seemed so shocked at the latest FIFA scandal. The whole of our planet is ruled by corruption. Most of us can be bought if the price is right. It’s a bit like the old chestnut, where the woman is asked if she would go to bed with someone for a tenner. “A measly tenner,” she replies. “What do you think I am?” “We’ve already established what you are,” comes the answer. “We’re just haggling about the price!” The world is run by money. We see examples of it every day of our lives. The murdering Pistorius, who has been let out after just 10 months of his sentence. Do you honestly think he would have been released this early if he’d been a pauper from Soweto? In my opinion, Blair and Bush only entered their murderous liaison because the spoils of their efforts could have been so lucrative. The Saudis, with their infinite riches,
FIFA HEADQUARTERS: Nothing suprising about the corruption scandal. If individuals have so much money they can affect the economy of whole countries and get away with just about anything
are able to instigate infringements of just about every human right imaginable. If individuals have so much money they can affect the economy of whole countries and get away with just about anything. Subsequently, is it not also feasible that if a num-
ber of the mega-rich were to withdraw their deposits from specific banks throughout the world, they could trigger a chain reaction that could make the last recession look like an unexpected run on a kiddie’s piggy bank? Of course they could. These are the people who run our planet. Not the politicians, not the elected governments, not the presidents. It is the faceless, nameless, relatively small number of multitrillionaires, who meet in clandestine locations and move their fortunes from place to place, merely to satisfy their own cravings for power. Individuals that welcome wars and unrest, providing it doesn’t enter their own particular backyard. Ironically, of course, it is the Jews and Arabs that are the biggest investors in the world money markets. Odd, is it not, that enemies who have existed since biblical times, now basically share complete power over the future stability of the planet? Keep the faith, Love Leapy, Leapylee2002@gmail.com www.leapylee.co.uk
Rajoy is not on message Cassandra Nash A weekly look - and not entirely impartial reaction to the Spanish political scene
ONE HUNDRED per cent of participants in a recent Metroscopia public opinion poll recognised the face of Spain’s president, Mariano Rajoy but only 23 per cent rated him. Even Partido Popular voters would prefer to see someone other than Rajoy in the Moncloa Palace. He must be aware that the public rejects him but is neveretheless resisting the efforts of friendly persuaders trying to usher him to the door. The election results were not bad enough to spell out the situation clearly and he is refusing, or is unable, to read between the lines.
Match called off PODEMOS threw its rattle out of the pram after Susana Diaz accepted Ciudadanos’s conditions and not theirs for supporting her presidency in Andalucia. “It’s like saying they’re not playing any more, halfway through the game,” fulminated Teresa Rodriguez. That came as news, because to outsiders it looked as though Podemos had never intended to leave the dressing-room.
malicious tongues to attribute that to the abrasive relations between Dolores del Cospedal, PP secretary general, and Soraya Saenz de Santamaria, vicepresident and government spokeswoman amongst other things. Two women in the same kitchen is seldom a good idea and this could affect the party machinery.
Kitchen cabinet Voice of reason COMMUNICATION let Rajoy down with the public, he maintained after the elections. This provided a perfect opportunity for
MANUELA CARMENA, mayor of Madrid, has no links to any party. She was an independent candidate on the Ahora Madrid
LISTENING? A survey found everyone knew who Rajoy was, but only 23 per cent rated him.
ticket and is undeniably leftwing. She is also a judge emeritus who opposes eviction but concedes that the last word must always go to the law. In contrast Ada Colau, Carmena’s counterpart in Barcelona, baldly declared that her party would disobey laws it believed to be unjust. Carmena’s is the voice of reason, Colau’s a squeal of indignation from a party that knows what its first step will be, but not the second. matthi / Shutterstock.com
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7:00am Three Night Stand 8:45am The Top Ten Show 2015 9:00am Playing it Cool 10:45am Zombeavers 12:15pm As Above, So Below 2:00pm Gravity: Sky Movies Special 2:30pm Jayne Mansfield's Car 4:45pm Pitch Perfect 2 Special 5:15pm The Purge: Anarchy 7:15pm Playing it Cool 9:00pm As Above, So Below 10:45pm The Purge: Anarchy 12:45am Three Night Stand 2:25am Playing it Cool 4:05am Zombeavers A group of college kids go on a weekend getaway to a cabin in the woods and end up being terrorised. 5:40am About Time: Sky Movies Special Rachel McAdams and Domhnall Gleeson chat about the new time-travel rom-com from Richard Curtis.
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7:00am Good Morning Britain 9:30am Lorraine 10:25am The Jeremy Kyle Show 11:30am This Morning 11:55am ITV News 12:00pm This Morning 1:30pm Loose Women 2:30pm ITV News and Weather 3:00pm Jeremy Kyle's Emergency Room 4:00pm Dickinson's Real Deal 5:00pm Tipping Point 6:00pm The Chase 7:00pm ITV News London 7:30pm ITV News and Weather 8:00pm Emmerdale 8:30pm Coronation Street 9:00pm Gino's Italian Escape 9:30pm Coronation Street 10:00pm Doc Martin 11:00pm ITV News at Ten and Weather 11:40pm Vicious 12:10am The Eiger Sanction 2:30am Jackpot247
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7:00am Life's Funniest Moments 7:20am Psych 8:05am Emmerdale 8:35am Emmerdale 9:10am You've Been Framed! 9:35am Dinner Date 10:35am Psych 11:25am The Real Housewives of Atlanta 12:20pm The Real Housewives of Atlanta 1:10pm Emmerdale 1:40pm Emmerdale 2:15pm Totally Bonkers 2:45pm Dinner Date 3:40pm Judge Rinder 4:50pm The Jeremy Kyle Show 5:55pm The Jeremy Kyle Show 7:00pm Love Island 8:00pm You've Been Framed! 9:00pm Two and a Half Men 10:00pm Knocked Up 12:35am Celebrity Juice 1:25am Two and a Half Men 2:20am Fake Reaction 3:00am Life's Funniest Moments
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7:00am Breakfast 11:00am Saturday Kitchen Live 12:30pm The Box 1:00pm BBC News 1:10pm Weather 1:15pm Bargain Hunt 2:00pm Tennis 5:45pm Pointless 6:30pm F1: Grand Prix Qualifying 7:45pm BBC News 7:55pm Regional News All the latest local news. 7:58pm Weather 8:00pm Prized Apart 9:05pm The National Lottery: Who Dares Wins 9:55pm Casualty 10:45pm The John Bishop Show 11:30pm BBC News 11:45pm Weather 11:50pm Not Going Out 12:20am Room 101 1:00am The Rookie 3:00am Weather for the Week Ahead 3:05am BBC News
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YOUR PAPER - YOUR VOICE - YOUR OPINION
What about OUR voting rights? CALLS are growing for voting rights to be extended to ALL British expats living in EU member states to give those most affected by a possible British exit a vote in the referendum. At the moment anyone who has lived abroad for more than 15 years cannot register for a vote. Should long term EU residents have the vote in an EU referendum? VINCE LOPEZ from LUX-AL windows and doors said: “I think they should be allowed to vote as it will affect them if Britain votes to leave the European Union. Although they might have residency here they might have family in Britain and what would be the situation for the family if half are EU citizens and half are not, it might make a family reunion difficult. “Also I don’t think that the 15 year cut off is very fair. Why did they choose 15 years as the marker for voting rights?” Jan Bigsby from the Inn on the Green Bowls Club said: “I strongly believe that they should have a vote regardless of the time they have been living here. A lot of the people who have emigrated have paid vast amounts of money into the
British system and therefore they should have a say in whether Britain is in the European Union. People who live here would be massively affected if the vote is for Britain to leave - would they be allowed back into Britain or would they need a visa?”
Hayley Khan, a volunteer for MABS Cancer Charity, had strong views on the subject: “I definitely believe they should be able to vote. There are many people who still have financial interests in Britain. My husband is ex-RAF and his pension is paid into a
British bank account. This is standard practice with ex forces and I think they should be able to vote on an issue that is so important. “I also think that as most expatriates would vote to stay in the European Union then their votes should be counted. The
law should be changed.” Vanina Castillo Lezcana of Hello 2 Spain said: “Yes I think that they should be able to vote on an issue that is going to impact on them. I know a lot of people who are going to return to Britain for family or age reasons and for them not to be able to vote is not right. “What would be the outcome when they want to return? Would they have to apply for a visa? They should not lose their vote just because of the length of their time in Spain.”
Left to right: Vanina Castillo Lezcana, Hayley Khan, Jan Bigsby and Vince Lopez.
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LEGALLY SPEAKING
Take care where you pass your ITV Ayuntamiento de Valdemoro
AS part of our series, we answer some common driving questions, kindly provided by members of the Guardia Civil based in Torrevieja, Costa Blanca, who set up the N332 website and Facebook page to help break down barriers.
ITV TEST: Best to have carried out in the region where you live. A COMMONLY asked question for car drivers in Spain is ‘can I select any ITV station I wish?’ In theory yes, as long as it is legal and authorised. However, there is an exception to the rule, for example, if you live in a Spanish region in which the Law of Noise Pollution 2002 was passed, such as the Valencian Community. This law requires all vehicles to pass a noise emission test. Vehicles with log books legally registered in any municipality of the Valencia Community fall within the scope of this Decree and therefore are required to undergo a verification of noise emission levels. If an ITV inspection is carried out outside the Valencia Region, the owner must take the vehicle for an additional inspection at an
ITV station based in the Valencia Region within a month, to check for noise emissions. If a vehicle is found to exceed the noise limits, it will be immobilised and transferred to agencies authorised for such occasions. The owner, will be able to take the car by a tow truck to a garage for work to be carried out; the ignition must not be started. Regional and Local Police forces are responsible for ensuring the noise policy is fulfilled and police will deliver fines for any breaches in the Spanish Region. So wherever you live in Spain it is advisable to have the test done in your region to make sure any local regulations are complied with.
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Permission to enclose a terrace SOME time ago I read an article by David Searl which declared it was not necessary to seek permission from the Community to enclose your balI never said that. I reported that changes to the Horizontal Law made in 2013 now allow the Community to authorise the enclosure or glassing-in of apartment terraces. Until 2013 the enclosure was illegal unless the C o mmu n i t y v o ted unanimously at the AGM to change the Constitution and Statutes of the Community to register the n e w re a l i t y o f a
cony with windows. I would be grateful if David can confirm. T.T. (Costa del Sol)
David Searl You and the Law in Spain
Even if President of the Committee authorises the enclosure, it must still pass the AGM.
slightly larger enclosed apartment, with the corresponding tiny reductions in the shares of all the other flats. Now, the Community can legally grant permiss ion, by a thre e -fifths majority vote. The new enclosure will not alter the ‘cuotas,’ or participation shares of the flats. If the Pre s ide nt or the Committee authorises the enclosure, it still must pass the AGM.
Send your questions for David Searl through lawyers Ubeda-Retana & Associates in Fuengirola at Ask@lawtaxspain.com, or call 952 667 090.
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Aliens have landed in La Zenia
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OUR VIEW
Colin Bird A weekly look Each week, Colin brings his slightly off-the-wall view of the world to the pages of EWN in his own irreverent style.
YIPPEE! We are now eligible to vote in the UK parliamentary and European elections. Last week we received notification from St Edmundsbury and Forest Heath Councils, that our application for postal voting had been ‘allowed.’ Considering that the letter was dated May 20; that our application had been sent in late March, giving adequate time to be processed and sent back, I am finding it difficult to comprehend why the hell they bothered at all. The UK General Election – our primary reason for applying – was held on May 7. The last paragraph urged us not to hesitate in contacting them, should we require further information or assistance. I am thinking that perhaps I should write now to book a place on the council telescope in order to view Halley’s Comet, after all it is due quite soon in 2061. The letter was signed by a lady who apparently is an electoral services assistant (her spelling of this title involved upper case letters at the beginning of
FLIP FLOPS: Not for driving.
Common sense or the law SAFETY FIRST: How these new lanes help cyclists sleep better at night is anyone’s guess. each word, but I cannot justify this). It would seem that the assistant in this case should be given assistants of her own to deal with future applications. It is clearly an onerous task. But let’s face it, all bureaucracies employ their fair share of turnips. People who are taught to keep their eyes straight ahead, looking neither to left or right, and without the wit or common sense to use that thing called discretion.
In short the epitome of jobsworths. And boy, have we got our quota here. We were walking to one of our local bars in La Zenia recently, which involved using the underpass beneath the N332. On emerging we were suddenly confronted with alien markings on the road. It was the asphalt version of crop circles, because there marked out in new pristine paintwork, was a cycle
lane slap bang in the centre of the road. It indicated that cars could pass cyclists on both left and right hand sides. This has been repeated in other parts of the Costa; obviously by way of homage to the God of health and safety – although it still has to be explained to me why this should help the cycling fraternity sleep better at night. Further comment would be superfluous.
Stupid sanctions solve nothing TRADE boycott with Russia is hurting no one, except European Union nations Mike Walsh
The number of Russians holidaying abroad dropped by 40.3 per cent, five million choosing Crimea.
Mike, based in Mediterranean Spain, is an international journalist, author and professional writer.
THE EU is reeling from a cataclysmic €50 billion in lost trade annually as a consequence of US-inspired sanctions. Mainstream media keeps quiet about the disastrous effects on EU businesses. Mediterranean Europe, Spain in particular, welcomed high-spending Russian tourists. Russian investment was encouraged. What happened? The number of Russians holidaying abroad dropped by 40.3 per cent. Many now support their own holiday industry by taking their holidays at home. More than five million this year will visit sundrenched Crimea. Spain, Italy and Greece now suffer a 41, 31 and 29 per cent drop in
LOSING OUT: Spain is missing Russian spending.
tourism. Italy lost €1 billion; there was no impact on the Russian economy. Fed up with fruitless US /EU hostility and sanctions, Russians respond by taking their business elsewhere. Turkey’s meat supplies to Russia increased by 940 per cent. They are now the third largest supplier after Belarus and Brazil. Columbian and Russian trade increased by 1,000 per cent. Pakistan stepped into
NOW that the good weather is here and shorts and flip flops are standard uniform, the police and Guardia Civil will not only be checking your car over at their control points, they’ll be checking out your fashion as well. Although it’s not illegal to drive in flip flops, backless sandals, or high heels come to that, it is strongly suggested that you don’t. The law states that: When you drive with inappropriate footwear, (loose, wet or sandy for example) you are not in full control of the vehicle. If you then have an accident while driving, you will be fined for driving with inappropriate footwear. Although there is no law against flip flops specifically, it is covered by article 3.1 of the RGC which states: You have to drive properly avoiding damage to people and objects. It is forbidden to drive in a negligent or reckless way. With the imminent increase of road traffic coming up in the summer, and the inevitable heated frustrations while driving to and from the beach, the law will probably not stop the fender-benders and scrapes, but common sense might! To throw a pair of trainers in the car for driving only takes 30 seconds, but it could save an hour or so explaining to the Guardia Civil, whose car you just hit up the backside, how your foot slipped off the clutch pedal.
the shoes of EU nations by increasing vegetable trade 18 fold. The difference between EU produce and that of its rivals is a matter of indifference to Russians. Russians now invest in self-sufficiency. They once bought products from the Baltic States to balance the trade books. Now they grow their own. Sanctions allegedly support Ukraine’s territorial integrity. Yet, trade between Ukraine and Russia has increased by 141 per cent (meat); pork 10 times. US and Russian trade increased by six per cent. Territorial integrity? Don't mention countries invaded and occupied by the US and NATO. The EU is now a de facto colony of a country considered Now we the greatest danger to world want to peace. hear your news. The EU has not isolated Russia; the EU has, with YOUR PAPER - YOUR VOICE dire consequence for the - YOUR OPINION peoples of the EU, isolated www.euroweeklynews.com themselves.
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Is your dog potentially a lethal weapon? SOME dogs are more dangerous than others, depending on their breed A FIRST: To bring together people who care.
Conference on animal welfare ANIMAL welfare in Spain is something expatriates are very concerned about, particularly when you live in the countryside or hunting areas. The PAES National Animal Welfare Conference is being held at the Costa Narejos Hotel, Los Alcázares, Murcia October 16 to 18 2015, and is believed to be the first of its kind in Spain. The conference is aimed at those who would like to learn more about running their own Trap, Neuter and Return campaigns, volunteers involved in shelters, sanctuar-
ies, rescue groups and foster pet parents, as well as anyone who wants to get involved. Lyn Baines, Conference Manager said: “Our mission is to bring together as many people as we can who are involved in animal welfare in Spain, to encourage cooperation and exchange of ideas. We will launch the PAES Project at the conference and have some exceptional speakers on various topics.” Register via: www.protec cionanimales.es or by email: conf@proteccionanimales.es.
Keeping a potentially dangerous dog POTENTIALLY dangerous dogs must be identified with a microchip. They must be registered in the Town or City Registries. The owner of the dog must have a licence, issued by the municipality, valid for five years. In order to qualify for a licence, the keeper must meet the following requirements: 1. Must be 18 years or older. 2. Must have a clean police record showing no convictions or otherwise having been banned by court order of the right to keep potentially dangerous animals. 3. Must be mentally and physically able to keep and control potentially dangerous animals. 4. Must have proof of a contract with an insurance policy on the animal(s) with liability coverage of at least €250,000. The owner must report any changes to the information included in the licence to the Town or City Registry.
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MANY people worry that their dog may be a potentially lethal weapon, especially when a case of a child being seriously hurt or even killed is in the news. That worry is focused onto whether or not there are such things as ‘bad breeds’ which may be more dangerous than others. It is easy to see why people may think this as different breeds have been bred for different reasons. For example some, like German Shepherds or Doberman Pinchers have been originally reared as guard dogs. The thought process is that as these duties may include the necessity of biting people then these breeds are more likely to attack. It is difficult to come up with statistics on dog bites as innocuous nips and minor bites may be treated at home with no more thought about it, and no record kept. Others that require medical attention may be recorded, but not the type of dog involved, making it difficult to identify which breeds are more likely to be involved.
DANGEROUS DOGS: More than half were provoked before an attack. Even when bites are recorded there is often no information on the breed of dog involved. However a US National Centre for Injury Prevention and Control, does give some information based on one class of bite - those resulting in death. Over a period of 19 years in the USA there were 238 dog bite related deaths. In a lot of those cases the animals were mixed breeds so an estimate of their makeup had to be made for the purpose of statistics. The results show there certain breeds that are most likely to cause fatal injuries, with
Pitbulls or Pitbull types, (32 per cent)and Rottweillers (18 per cent). Huskys or Malamute types were responsible for 15 per cent of deaths, with German Shepherds (11 per cent) and Wolf-dog Hybrids (6 per cent.) But while breeds do matter other factors come into play. Males were 6.2 times more likely to be involved in a fatal attack than females, while un-neutered animals were 2.6 times more likely to kill. When it came to the victims more than half were aged 12 or younger. In 53 per cent of dog bite fatalities, there was some suggestion that the dog was provoked.
Very small male, found in a bad state but now healthy. A great companion. Four years old, castrated and vaccinated. Would you give him a home?
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Contact Joy: 965 699 640 (10.00- 18.00h) / joy.lewicki@gmail.com. Asociación Protectora de Animales de el Campello (APAC)
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ARIES (March 21 - April 20) Someone who appears to be putting themselves in the way of your progress could simply be trying to help. They may have a valid point to make but just not be good at expressing themselves. Be aware of this because there could be a link to your health and love life.
CAPRICORN (December 22 - January 20) Your sense of balance in the universe could be upset, but do not let this sour either your thoughts or your character. You are in the eye of the storm so take this time to think.
SCORPIO (October 24 - November 22) A long-term relationship has its wobbly moments this week, but all is not lost. Listen to your heart as it speaks louder than any other voice. You know what you need but that may conflict with what you feel you should want. In an ideal world, these two areas would be in harmony. Give a little happiness to others and your own heart will be lighter.
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PISCES (February 20 - March 20) This is not a time to drift into things because the planets are urging you to take control and forge ahead. Let others know exactly what you want and expect from them. If you do not, others will make decisions for you that could prove less desirable.
SAGITTARIUS (November 23 - December 21) Making firm decisions in your love life may prove difficult. Do not be rushed. This is far from a straightforward week and you need to remember how to relax. You are able to deal with what comes your way but it is upsetting to find that someone has been less than honest.
LIBRA (September 24 - October 23) You should not feel responsible for the failings of others. Although you may think you could have done more in a certain situation, it is unlikely that any significant difference would have resulted. This is a busy time but also one in which a small persistent voice will be heard: the voice of logic and practicality. Listen to it.
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VIRGO (August 24 - September 23) At times this week you will feel that a certain relationship is not developing along the right lines. Although it seems that your efforts are often in vain, this is a situation that requires thought and patience on your part. It is perhaps a good time to look to your business matters for a change of scene and to
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LEO (July 24 - August 23) You know in your heart that you should take control of your future. This is a time to talk with others and consider their thoughts. At the end of the day, however, you are the one who has the final say.
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When you meet opposition try to use persuasion and logic to win the day. Failing that, you may decide that ‘enough is enough’ and forge ahead, anyway. In this positive mood you find yourself attractive to the opposite sex. That does not mean you have a right to be pushy. Just use your charm. Combining business with pleasure could lead to trouble, so try to keep these two areas separate.
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CANCER (June 22 - July 23) There is a strong feeling of ‘self’ this week, and you realise that you have many things to be thankful for. These thoughts come after a period of uncertainty that saw a lack of progress.
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Across 7 Promote over another (6) 8 Astounded (6) 9 In this place (4) 10 Precise (8) 11 Disperse (7) 13 Common (5) 15 Directed toward (5) 17 Had faith in (7) 20 Area, locality or region (8) 21 Immediately past (4) 23 Forbidden by law (6) 24 Orally expressed (6) Down 1 Completely unclothed (4) 2 Unpretentious (6) 3 Clothed (7) 4 Cooked by dry heat (5) 5 Established customs (6) 6 Exquisitely fine and subtle and pleasing (8) 12 Decisive, crucial (8)
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Each number in the Code Breaker grid represents a different letter of the alphabet. In this week’s puzzle, 9 represents Z and 10 represents B, so fill in Z every time the figure 9 appears and B every time the figure 10 appears. Now, using your knowledge of the English language, work out which letters should go in the missing squares. As you discover the letters, fill in other squares with the same number in the main grid and the control grid.
LAST WEEK’S SOLUTIONS CRYPTIC Across: 1 Ambrosia, 6 Rag, 9 Elite, 10 Estonia, 11 Entreat, 13 Oasis, 14 Tinder, 15 Daring, 19 Tasks, 21 Anthems, 22 Trainee, 23 State, 24 Eve, 25 Easiness.
Down: 2 Moisten, 3 Rye, 4 Sheath, 5 Astronaut, 6 Rungs, 7 Grass, 8 Behest, 12 Ever since, 16 Ice caps, 17 Gasper, 18 Facets, 19 Title, 20 Shake, 23 Sin.
QUICK Across: 7 Trapped, 9 Enemy, 10 Axe, 11 Insurance, 12 Grabs, 14 Inspect, 16 Robbing, 18 Force, 19 Satisfied, 20 Bus, 21 Cooks, 22 Holster. 14 Express or record dissent or objection (7) 16 Act of consuming food (6)
English - Spanish
18 Not often (6) 19 Discovers (5) 22 Look for (4)
1 Stranger, 2 Bare, 3 Splits, 4 Learns, 5 Reindeer, 6 Type, 8 Distinguish, 13 Ambition, 15 Treasure, 17 Insist, 18 Fiddle, 19 Sick, 20 Bets.
The clues are mixed, some clues are in Spanish and some are in English.
Across 1 Pothole (in road) (5) 3 Deaf (5) 6 See 10 8 Iron (for clothes) (7) 9 Meat (5) 10/6 Bolsa de basura (3,3) 14 Enemy (7) 15 Aunt (3) 16 Suelto (hilo, alambre, tornillos , ladrillo, página) (5) 17 Barcos (de grandes tamaños) (5)
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1 Crab, 3 Camas, 8 Therefore, 9 Las, 10 Tal, 11 Cue, 12 Ordenador, 14 Caves, 15 Codo.
Down: 1 Caballos, 2 Antes, 4 Apellido, 5 Ajo, 6 Sentence, 7 Perezoso, 11 Circo, 13 Día.
Down 1 Bebé (4) 2 Caro (9) 3 Jabón (para lavar) (4) 4 Recibo (7) 5 Buttonhole (4) 7 Granary (7) 11 Campana (de iglesia, puerta) (4) 12 Leños (4) 13 Alfombras (pequeñas) (4)
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Cryptic The purpose of the Hexagram puzzle is to place the 19 sixletter words into the 19 cells. The letters at the edges of interlocking cells MUST BE THE SAME. The letters in the words must be written CLOCKWISE. The word in cell 10 (APPEAL) and one letter in four other cells are given as clues.
APPEAL (10)
RACOON
BAREST
REARED
BATTER
REASON
CIRCLE
REPORT
DEACON
SEARED
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SHREDS
DUTIES
SPEARS
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LAST WEEK’S SOLUTION 1 Jumped 2 Meagre 3 Metres 4 Roared 5 Tramps 6 Robots 7 Reacts 8 Salute 9 Strike 10 Cruise 11 Plates 12 Pitted 13 Chills 14 Wrists 15 Shared 16 Pranks 17 Spears 18 Tackle 19 Charts
Across 1 Softens cousin Henry’s problem (8) 4 Flog a walking-stick (4) 7 Some careless language (5) 9 Characteristically it shows backward art (5) 11 Polish girl hanging around at home (5) 12 Heard that this fellow is frequently in church (5) 13 Small container designed for ash etc. (6) 15 Leading by lots of games in a tennis match dismays (6) 19 Non-fliers share around (5) 21 Jeremy the actor performs pressing work (5) 23 It’s shrewd to reverse street cars (5) 24 Old Sikh leader thanks the French (5) 25 It’s bad news to get stitched up (4) 26 Young animals making vets reel (8) Down 1 Keeps Celts as organisation (7) 2 Photos of fractures? (5) 3 Mug ten builders for spice (6) 5 Avoid the Spanish with due
preparation (5) 6 Shake cocktail and wet (4) 8 Dirt in jug rim edge (5) 10 Switch the business (5) 14 Thinks about cold chops (5) 16 Phosphorus is put on many bits of land (5)
17 Scattered rainfall indicators? (7) 18 There’s not much for John in Sherwood (6) 19 Goes round for some bread (5) 20 James Taylor admitted arrest (4) 22 Financial interest in the post? (5)
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Air traffic controllers’ actions could have proved disastrous IN 2010, the Spanish air traffic controllers called in sick by the hundreds as a form of protest against something they objected to. In addition, some of them acted totally illegally and irresponsibly by walking away from their radar control consuls. Thousands of people were flying across Spain at the time. Depending on the juxtaposition of the aircraft flying those airways, many of these people were very, very close to being killed. I would remind everyone that whilst flying over Spain, and any other country for that matter, aircraft are constantly tracked by radar and are in radio contact with controllers. After all, I think you will appreciate that if you are seven miles above the earth, travelling at over 500 miles an hour and with nearly 1,000 aircraft on a good day in Spanish airspace, you don’t have a chance in hell of not having a collision if you don’t have someone controlling you from the ground. Some of these potential ‘manslaughterers’ were ‘disciplined’ and lost a month’s salary. I understand one got fired! At the time, the most highlypaid was a controller who made €800,000 a year due to his excessive voluntary overtime! These people are now causing disruption and chaos to air travel all over Spain and are potentially harming the tourist industry vital to the recovery of the Spanish economy. The reason? They didn’t like the ‘discipline’. Geoff Jones, Independent Aerospace Consultant (By email)
A good service TO put another side to the Telefonica debate (Letters, Issue 1562) my experience of them is quite different. Since I joined them in 2010 any problems have been sorted out quickly and successfully. I have access to English-speaking staff. I have my online bill every month so all items are checkable. We have been given rebates for days without service (due to builders and others damaging underground cables) without needing to ask for them. So all in all, I can only say that in the last five years I have had an excellent service.
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On a visit to La Mancha, I stopped off to visit these windmills. It only needed Don Quijote to make the scene complete. Frances Donoghue (By email)
The one tip that customers of Telefonica might find useful is one I read on a forum a few years ago. If you want English-speaking staff, when you dial 1004, you must keep repeating English-speaking over the recorded message. It sounds bizarre but eventually you will get a person who speaks English and any time in the future that same landline calls Telefonica, it will automatically go to an English speaker. John Moran, Guardamar del Segura (Alicante)
Badly treated MANY animals used in sporting events are treated abominably and are just commodities to be used by their owners as they wish. Let us not forget the incident of the individual who beat his trotting horse around the head with an iron bar, causing its death, because it did not win the
race here in Mallorca. Fortunately, he has been charged and will serve a prison sentence but the horrible deed has been done. I was indignant to read in your article on bullfighting (Issue 1562) that the taxpayer forks out €500 million in subsidies each year. I would prefer my tax money to go into education and healthcare. A marvellous phrase comes to mind: ‘Educate the child and it will not be necessary to punish the man.’ (Pythagoras, I believe). Olivia Qualtrough, Calvia (Mallorca)
Unfair pensions DAVID CAMERON starts a new system of pensions from April 2016 which will provide married couples in the UK with £320 per week whereas existing pensioner couples will continue to receive just £189.44. Existing pensioners like my wife
and I had to contribute for 42 years whereas in future just 35 years will suffice; perhaps a vote-winning sop to all people who have emigrated to Britain over the years. As I understand it, pensioners resident in the UK will get their pensions made up to this new higher rate via tax credits and other social security benefits whereas all of us expats will be left out in the cold on the old rate of £189 per couple. To most of us pensioners, it is with a feeling of deep disgust that the UK Government has spent £51 billion of taxpayers’ cash on foreign aid in 2014 alone yet cannot see its way to give all pensioners the same new flat rate of pension in 2016. I wanted to publicise this to as many expats as possible in the hope that somebody could petition the Human Rights people in Brussels to get this injustice overturned. It is no good petitioning the British Government as they just ignore you completely. Mike Butcher (By email)
Clean but gone IT was good to read that the beaches of Estepona (Costa del Sol Issue 1562) make progress and that their quality improves. However, the article misses an important point: The beaches mentioned are public ones but there is nearly no beach left. The sea has washed away the sand and grit and it becomes worse and worse every year. Thus, instead of praising achievements which are important but without any key contribution to the attractiveness of the local hotels, a solution should be found to repair the beaches at the west end of Estepona. There are possibilities to stop the beach erosion but they are expensive. However, it is a simple calculation: either nice beaches with a Blue Flag which attract tourists, or deserted holiday resorts because their beaches are too bad to be offered to anybody. Time flies and the sand runs! Christian Hörig, Estepona (Malaga)
Thanks, angels I WOULD like to say a big thank you to all at Help at Home Spain for the effort they have put in. The voluntary work they do is amazing and they are to be congratulated on their cheerful disposition and desire to be as helpful as possible. The ladies have changed my life and I really do appreciate it, 100 per cent, so much so that I intend to make a donation the charity in my will. I never realised just how much the service they provide is a lifesaver to someone in my position. My message is: You are all angels in disguise. Thank you all. Richard Robinson, Los Narejos (Alicante)
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Trials of parking and radiotherapy
10th June
I WAS to experience the infamous delays that I had heard about Erica Russell Watson: FOUR STEPS: One is to get emotionally tough.
Think yourself happy by changing mindset A ‘HANDBOOK to Happiness’ has been created by a group of scientists who say it is not wealth, health and success that make you happy. According to a clinic in Minnesota, it is a four-step, 10week programme aimed at changing attitudes and your
mindset that makes you happy. The four steps include: Train your attention. Get emotionally tough. Connect mind and body. Pick healthy habits. Previous research has shown our minds are hard-wired to focus on negative experiences.
My journey – and I’m driving
SO far so good with the radiotherapy. I started having treatments in the evening but that wasn’t suitable with two children so they kindly made an exception and gave me a morning appointment. The dis a dva nta ge of ha ving a morning slot is that it is tremendously difficult to park near Carlos Haya Hospital. So a few days ago I was desperately looking for a parking spot to avoid going into the car park but it was proving tough. Suddenly I spotted an opening and whizzed across the road performing an illegal manoeuvre that did not go unnoticed by the police. My mind went into overdrive and I have to say I was a little bit wicked. I pulled my wig down to one side at a rather jaunty angle and opened my window. The police officer regarded me for a mome nt a nd a s ke d if I w a s
aware of my infraction. I replied that I was terribly sorry and that I was late for my radiotherapy. He looked at me again and waved me on. Thank Goodness! Always look on the bright side. Today, however, was a different matter. Having been used to going in and finishing my treatment rela-
The machine had broken down. So we sat there for hours while the technician fixed it. Everyone was getting hungry but spirits were high and the Andalucian sense of humour carried us through.
tively quickly, I was to experience the infamous delays that I had heard about. When you arrive for therapy you have to deposit a little card through a postbox to let the team know you
are in the waiting room. I noticed that it seemed unusually busy. People seemed anxious and with good reason. The machine had broken down. It was ‘my’ machine, No. 2! So we sat there for hours while the technician fixed it. Finally it was back in action but just before I was called in, it broke down again. Typical! Everyone was getting hungry but spirits were high and the Andaluci an sense of hum our car r i ed us through. Eventually the machine was fixed af t er a second br eakdown and I managed to complete my session. I was against the clock as a friend was landing at Malaga airport for a flying visit. As I wr i t e t hi s she si t s by m e. She’s a lifelong friend where no words are necessary. I feel hugely boost ed by her pr esence. I have been in quite a dark place of late and her visit is just what the doctor ordered. As soon as the sun is eclipsed by a cloud and life seems without purpose, a ray of light bursts out keeping your faith in hope and happiness alive. Everything is possible in this strange and unpredictable world.
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THE smoothie is now a worldwide fad in all walks of life, from children to health fanatics, and it’s interesting to know how this superfood came to be. It is noted to have begun on the west coast of the United States where a health food store began to sell pureed fruit back in the 1930s. This encouraged a trend and with the addition of liquids, smoothies were being concocted at home and recipes were widely being published in cookbooks. The most popular ingredients at the time were banana and pineapple and by the 1970s ice was an in-
1930s When smoothies were first served gredient used that evolved the smoothie into the first ‘slush’ drink that was marketed in California. The world went blender happy back in the 1960s and by the 1990s smoothies were everywhere from cafes to supermarkets. Now you see smoothies on offer in most ice cream parlours which is good news for summertime sippers. Many contain soya milk, yogurt, whey powder, or even cottage cheese, but the good thing is the nu-
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trients that they contain are phenomenal. To get the most benefit from the nutrients, a smoothie should be drunk within hours of being prepared as the longer they are stored, the less effective they become. The most delicious and beneficial ingredients of the smoothie include the potassiumpacked banana, and high energy coconut milk.
DRINK UP: A great way to get fruit.
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Martini, shake
THE two main ingredients that make up a Martini are gi n and ver m out h wi t h a splash of lemon. It was the drink to be seen with during the 1920s and became an accessory for celebrities on the silver screen. Some say that the original name derived from a cocktail nam ed t he Mar t i nez, whi ch was served at a hotel in San Fr anci sco as a ner ve cal m er bef or e guest boarded a ferry to the near by t own of Martinez. However the history is set, the Martini has sur vi ved decades of
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not stirred! popularity. With a few adaptations thrown in, you could almost class the classic Marguerite cocktail as a martini as it is a mix of gin, vermouth and orange bitters. Even though the name Martini seems dated, the varied recipes still pull in the crowds in bars and restaurants. Some versions are enjoyed as a long drink over ice. A dry Martini
Piña Colada IF you look back in history to discover who was the first person to conjure up the delicious Piña Colada, it seems many have made claim to this popular cocktail. The earliest story dates back to the 19th century when Robert Cofresi, a Puerto Rican pirate was said to give his crew a mixture of pineapple, white rum and coconut juice to boost their moral. Another bar tender named Ricardo Garcia also claimed that he was responsible for the recipe when he served the cocktail at the Caribe Hilton in San Juan de Puerto Rico. Then you have another bar tender, Ramón ‘Monchito’ Marrero Pérez who insisted that the Piña Colada was his creation back in 1952 at the Beachcomber bar in San Juan. One thing that is for sure, is that the name Piña Colada means ‘Strained Pineapple’ in English and the coconut ingredient come from the Caribbean. As the story goes regarding Ricardo Garcia, the Piña Colada evolved from an adaptation of the Coco Loco cocktail that was very popular in the Caribbean, a mixture of rum and coconut milk. When served they would use the carved out coconut shell to drink the cocktail from. However in 1954, the coconut cutters went on strike and there was a shortage of coconuts to serve the drinks in, so Garcia used his creativity and served the drink adding pineapple juice and serving it in the pineapple skin. Today they celebrate every year in San Juan on the 10th July for National Pina Colada Day.
is made with dry, white vermouth mixed with a dry gin with but over the years a lower ratio of vermouth was being used and thus became a more pungent mixture. A dirty Martini is recognisa ble w ith the a ddition of a green olive on a cocktail stick a nd a s pla s h of olive juic e may be used also. The perfect Martini is softer and not as dry as it contains e qua l a mounts of dry a nd sweet vermouth. If you are a bit of a diva or pos s e s s s tyle like J a me s Bond, maybe Martinis are the drink for you. Shaken not stirred!
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Honey transforms humble aubergine TRADITIONAL Andalucian recipe uses cane sugar
VEGGIE HEAVEN: Fried to crisp perfection the drizzled in ‘miel de caña.’ SOUTHERN Spain is famed for the Berenjas Fritas con Miel de Caña which is aubergines deep fried and served with ‘honey.’ This is a tapa that must be tried at least once when eating out as it is a speciality in Andalucia, and is served up in cities such as Seville, Malaga and Granada. If you are of the opinion that aubergines can taste quite bland, then this dish will alter your way of thinking, as the honey adds a lip smacking
Adding salty feta cheese makes the dish outrageously delicious.
and deliciously sweet flavour. The dish has a Moroccan influence, the delicate slices of aubergine prepared using a flour coating to draw the moisture out and make the end result crisp, dry and gold-
en brown. The best syrup is miel de caña which is cane honey (molasses) but ordinary honey is an option too. The recipes vary from bar to bar, but these two flavours are meant to be together, so wherever you try them, it is sure to be a sweet treat. If you want to accompany this tapas with something that makes it even more spectacular, then a salty feta cheese makes the dish outrageously delicious. A dish to convert any aubergine unbeliever!
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Use lentil power! LENTILS are a fantastic way to put, energy, fibre, and disease fighting properties into your body. It is no wonder that vegetarians swear by them as they are not only a meat substitute in many dishes, but are packed with vital properties. Because they provide slow burning carbohydrates, they can increase energy levels in the body and they are also an amazing source of iron. This is why women in pregnancy or growing children are advised to include lentils in their diet in some shape of form. They contain magnesium which is a fantastic aid to the heart, improving the blood flow. Lentils are also good for diabetics as they can greatly help stabilise blood sugar levels. They prevent digestive disorders as they are high in fibre, so thery can aid sufferers of irritable bowel syndrome. For those who are watching their weight it’s good news all round, as they are very low in calories but make you feel that you have eaten substantially. Other good properties of lentils are vitamin B1 (for energy), Protein (for energy), phosphorus (for fluid balance), copper (for strong tissue), and folate (good for the nervous system).
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How to ensure you start off your eco-plot/allotment productively MORE and more town halls are setting aside parcels of land for the provision of allotments Dick Handscombe
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First dig over your ground to remove large weeds, rocks and bricks. Then do a first rotovating to obtain a fine tilth. Then add a coating of manure from local stables or shepherds.
By Spain’s best known expatriate gardening author living in Spain for 25 years.
IT is very encouraging that more and more town halls are setting aside parcels of land for the provision of small allotments or plots for the growing of ecological vegetables, herbs and sometimes fruit. In some cases, applications are sought from anyone but in others they are restricted to pensioners or unemployed people. Mostly plots seem to be free while others require just a token annual fee. The benefits of having an allotment are as follows. 1. Space for growing if you have just a small garden area or apartment terraces and balconies. 2. A hobby that gets you out of doors throughout the year and back in touch with nature. 3. Daily fresh vegetables, herbs and perhaps fruit to eat that are untainted by chemical pesticides, insecticides and weedkillers if every allotment
OUT OF DOORS: The hobby will get you back to nature. holder uses only ecological products. 4. The chance to grow and eat your seasonal favourites. 5. The chance to just harvest what you need and grow mini varieties so that waste is minimised after harvesting. 6. The chance to grow original heirloom and heritage varieties from Spain or other countries. 7. New friends within what will become, in many cases, an international community.
8. A chance to improve your spoken Spanish by chatting with neighbouring allotment holders. 9. The chance to choose to grow the crops which have the greatest number of beneficial vitamins, trace minerals and fibre as a contribution to a healthy diet. The book ‘Living well from our garden – Mediterranean style’ indicates this information for a wide range of possible crops.
The book is available from Amazon Books. Note that the cover has been changed recently. Having applied for and obtained an allotment, normally on a one- or two-year renewable lease, set out to make your vegetable and fruit gardening as productive as possible. The following guidelines will help you do so. 1. First dig over your ground to remove large weeds, rocks and bricks. Then do a
first rotovating to obtain a fine tilth. 2. Then add a coating of manure from local stables or shepherds, or sacks of dried sheep or goat manure that are available inexpensively from agricultural co-operatives and rotovate again. Aim to do this by the end of September to be in the position to make timely autumn sowings and the planting of plantlets for autumn, Christmas and winter vegetable crops. 3. If you plan to grow herbs improve a small area further with a sack of worm compost and fine sand. 4. Before you sow or plant anything decide whether you
will water with a hose, sprinkler or piped irrigation system. Since you will be growing crops in rows or blocks a woven irrigation piping may be the best investment. 5. Consider buying a fivekilo plastic box of TerraCottem, the soil improver mentioned a few weeks ago in this column, to mix into seed sowing drills and plantlet planting holes. 6. Weed regularly and set up a composting bin to recycle them annually. 7. Pests are unlikely to be a major problem on small plots with a diverse mix of crops. But do have handy some natural sulphur powder to deter ants and dust the leaves of tomatoes, peppers, aubergines and squash type crops from mildew, a neem oil spray such as that sold by Flowers to use as a general insecticide, and an ecological slug and snail killer. With that best of luck to Spain’s new allotment gardeners. © Dick Handscombe www.gardenspain.com
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SHE might have written several cookbooks, but Gwyneth Paltrow isn’t spared from culinary disasters. She recently described how a dinner party went wrong after her aubergine parmigiana (yes, really) had guests running for the bathroom, everyone throwing up. We’ve all been there, haven’t we? From using the wrong ingredients to, well, fatal attempts of hope over experience. When it comes to jumbling up ingredients, few can equal Esther Rantzen’s recollection of serving mayonnaise with Christmas pudding: “I thought it was brandy butter. My brave mother ate it and said it was delicious, but nobody agreed with her.” And as for lack of experience, few can match the BBC’s Jeremy Vine’s attempts at a romantic meal: “I’d bought asparagus and the recipe said
COOKERY HORRORS: Hope doesn’t equal experience. to cut off the tips. So I did. I cut the tips off and threw them in the bin, then served the stalks.” Sometimes, inventiveness can pay off. A flatmate of mine back in the day made a lemon
cheesecake. It wasn’t bad, the lemon was there but quite subtle. Only afterwards did she let slip she’d forgotten to buy lemon juice, so added four sachets of Lemsip to the cream cheese.
Inventiveness, The though, can go recipe to your head said to disastrously. I cut off invited a the asparagus friend and his tips. So I did. newish French And threw them girlfriend to supin the bin then served the stalks. per and thought: I’ll show this très chic mademoiselle the French aren’t the only gastronomic superstars. Hmm. The egg yolk in the ‘soufflé’ curdled to scrambled egg, the bread I made ended up looking like a damp sponge and the soup – ominous shades of grey - tasted nauseatingly burnt. Mademoiselle chewed politely at these delicacies. Not long afterwards, I was invited back and discovered she couldn’t cook either... Nora Johnson’s thrillers Landscape of Lies, Retribution, Soul Stealer, The De Clerambault Code (www.nora-johnson.com) available from Amazon in paperback/eBook and iBookstore. Profits to Cudeca.
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Home exchange wins more fans in Spain HOUSE swaps help home owners see more of the world By Maria Jose Fernandez AS the summer approaches, owners are finding innovative solutions to make the most out of their second home. Property exchange is a growing market motivated by the wish of home owners to move around during their holidays, without having to buy several homes or stay in hotels. Website IntercambioCasas.com has explained the main reasons why owners are starting to consider the second property exchange as a way to keep ownership of their second homes and achieve mobility at the same time. • Financial reasons: the opportunity to stay for free anywhere in the world, and the possibility of a more intense cultural immersion. • Safety: empty homes are more vulnerable to thieves. Home owners have seen
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Straw home to be built THE first house in Spain made of industrialised straw panels is being built in Zamudio, Vizcaya and the new material has been presented at Bioterra and BioNavarra ecological fairs. The straw panels, created by EcoPaja, are reported to allow improved insulation and reduce energy consumption by up to 90 per cent. The units are built with a solid wooden structure filled with compacted straw, which can even be used for external walls.
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By Eleanor Hawkins A NEW concept in property investment, the condo-hotel, is becoming more popular in Spain. The condo-hotel formula consists of buying a hotel room, which is managed by the hotel and let out as a normal hotel room when not in use by the owner, providing both a holiday home and income at the same time. The new tendency is backed by laws in
some regions of Spain and allows tourists with spare cash to invest in a new way to earn some pennies while spending up to two months per year in their rooms. The hotel runs the room when not in use by the owner, and the income is split between the two parties as agreed upon purchase. Cesae tourism and hotel management school founder Alberto Peris explained that the new tendency is catching on in Spain and Melia Group have been trying it out in Madrid.
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This summer go green and save more money CONSERVING energy is good for the planet and great for your wallet John Graham The property expert
AN energy-efficient home will keep your family comfortable while saving you money. Whether you take simple steps or make larger investments to make your home more efficient, you’ll have lower energy bills. The savings will pay for the cost of improvements and put money back into your pocket. Your home will also be more attractive to buyers if you decide to sell. Your heating and air-conditioning equipment consume the most energy, around 48 per cent of the average home’s energy use, therefore you should focus on measures that reduce your home’s heating and cooling use to get the most saving in terms of energy investments. Start by setting your programmable thermostat as high and as comfortable as possible and raise the setting when you’re sleeping or away from home and don’t forget to clean air conditioning filters once a month.
If your air conditioner is old, consider buying a new, energy-efficient model which is 15 per cent more efficient. Another option would be to use fans which consumes very little energy compared to air conditioning, a fan could provide the comfort you need and is more economical. Your home’s appliances and electronics account for around 20 per cent of your energy bills. Think about buying new appliances which incorporate advanced
COOL DOWN COSTS: Air conditioning and heating consume half a home’s energy.
technologies that use 10-15 per cent less energy and water than standard older models, For example new washing machines use about 40 per cent less energy than older models and you will also reduce water bills and detergent costs. Water heating is also a large energy expense, accounting for about 14-18 per cent of your utility bills. Make sure your water heater is set to no higher than 120 degrees, if your heater is over five years old you could buy a new water heater which is more efficient and has more insulation than older models. For a personal energy survey on how to reduce your energy use, costs, and carbon footprint, contact me direct: gk.ipad@me.com
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TVR set for comeback CELEBRATED British sports car brand TVR is set to burst back onto our streets under the watchful eye of F1 and McLaren designer Gordon Murray. TVR has developed a product with an allnew Cosworth engine. At least four new models could be brought to market over the next 10 years.
Driving licence changes in UK MOTORING groups have warned that holidaymakers face car-hire confusion as the paper part of the driving licence is abolished as of June 8. The scrapping of the paper counterpart prompted the AA, and others, to highlight potential complications when hiring vehicles in the UK and overseas.
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I don’t always rev while downshifting, but when I do, it’s next to a Prius so they can hear me hurt the environment.’ Some might say...
The lure of Le Mans WINNING the 24-hours is ultimate accolade By Steve Walsh SINCE the 1920s, anybody who was anything to do with performance cars wanted their machine to win at Le Mans. Even now, the 24 Hours of Le Mans endurance race is the ultimate accolade. Throughout history the Circuit de la Sarthe has seen the fastest cars in the world hurling themselves down the Mulsanne straight and around the public roads of Le Mans town. In the early days, is was solely adapted production cars taking part; however, it wasn’t long before the likes of Bentley and Bugatti started toying with streamlining body shapes. This continued until 1939, when Hitler’s European tour
forced the Le Mans 24-hour race to take a 10-year break. The race resumed in 1949 following the reconstruction of the Le Mans circuit facilities and has remained virtually unchanged since. Apart from the famous Le Mans start being changed to a normal one, the move from open-cockpit roadsters to closed-cockpit coupes would be the only major change in the race format in its history, the latter to enable faster speeds on the Mulsanne. Through the 50s, the prolific Jaguar, Ferrari, Aston Martin, Mercedes-Benz and others began sending multiple cars in teams. This increased the spectacle, as well as the amount
of cars on track. Until in 1955, and after the tragic crash which claimed more than 80 lives, wide- ranging safety measures were introduced. By the end of the 1960s, Ford would enter the Le Mans 24-hours with their Ferrari eating GT40s, taking four straight wins before the era of production-based cars would come to a close. For the 1970s, Le Mans 24hours’ competitors moved towards more extreme speeds, and the day of the Porsche began, where the 917, 935 and 936 were dominant throughout the decade that started the habit of bending
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the rules in every way possible. The rule-bending trend continued throughout the 80s and 90s as more exotic supercars were built in order to bypass the ACO’s rules regarding production based Le Mans race cars. This resulted in Porsche, Mercedes-Benz, Toyota, Nissan, Panoz, and Lotus entering
the GT categories. By the 1999 event, these GT cars were competing with the Le Mans Prototypes of BMW, Audi, and Ferrari. From the turn of the century, Audi have kind of made the race their own showroom. Apart from a brief interlude where Bentley, who had returned in 2001, stamped their foot down for a couple of years. Audi have ruled the roost. Until now! When 2014 saw the return to the top flight for Porsche.
FERRARIEATING: The Ford GT40.
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Warblers play Captain’s Day CLOSE COMPETITION: Nothing is decided yet in either division.
Levante Golf has all to play for HEADING to Oliva Nova with scores tight at the top in divisional championships THERE’s all to play for when Levante’s players meet up for the second round of the society’s Divisional Championship at Oliva Nova next Friday (June 26). At the end of the first round
last Friday, David French leads Division 1 after recording an excellent score of 39 points, playing off 15. Two double plus a ‘blob’ on the 18th left David thinking ‘what might have been.’
However, he still has a twoshot lead over second-placed Brian Norbury, who came in with 37 points playing off 17. Tied in third place with 36 points are Mike Cuerden (8) and Richard Vass (11.) It’s even tighter in Division 2 where Roger Miller and Fred Betteridge are tied at the top of the ‘leader board’ on 32 points, one ahead of Gordon MacNab.
The results in Division 1 were: First place went to David French on 39 points, followed by Brian Norbury in second with 37. Third spot went to Mike Cuerden on 36 points. The second division saw Roger Miller winning with 32 points, beating Fred Betteridge with 32 into second spot. Third place was taken by Gordon MacNab on 31.
EL CID BOWLS: Came through to clinch a close game.
Great results THE last few weeks have seen some great results for El Cid. Most recently was the annual Australian Pairs Open Competition sponsored by Europa Network. Twenty-four teams in four groups of six took part. The group winners came from three different clubs: One from Monte Mar, Two from Bonalba, and the other from El Cid. The final was contested by Roli and Eve Bell from Bonalba, and Debbie Connolly with Adrian Lambert (pictured) of El Cid. A very close
game saw the El Cid team come through by just one shot. Six teams from El Cid also took part in the inaugural Bonalba Open, with the team of Paul Trunchion, Anita Randall and Derek Randall coming away with the trophy. The VCL league saw El Cid first travel to BBC and then Javea, where they won both matches by eight points to four, and finally in the Summer League, El Cid took on the Javea Jets at home, and took the win by 20 points to six.
CHAMPION: Barbara Pollit takes the trophy. ON June 10, 48 Warblers gathered at La Sella Golf Club for the Captain’s Day Stableford competition and to continue celebrations to commemorate their 20th anniversary. The winner, with a parbreaking 37 points was Barbara Pollitt. Runner’s up spot went to La Sella specialist Clive Kay with 36 points, and in third place was a resurgent Glyn Walters with 35 points. Fourth place was secured by the Club President, Arthur Sullivan, and in fifth place with 34 points was Graham Bennington. Sixth spot was taken by John Daniels with 32 points beating
off two other players on count back. Trophy for ‘Best Lady’ went to Sheila Dindar, and the ‘Best Scratch’ trophy went to new Vice Captain David Knight. Longest drive prizes went to Sylvia Mortensen and David Corcoran, while nearest the pin prizes on the par threes were claimed by Steve Robinson, Glyn Walters, Robin Wheatley and Paul Tolley. One singles KO match was decided with Fred Cooley just edging out Andy Loeber 2up. The next games for the Orba Warblers will be on June 24 and 25, for a two day Stableford. You can book in on 639 242 896.
Montgo Golf bogey competition MONTGO Golf Society played their second bogey competition of the year at Oliva Nova on Friday June 12, sponsored by Ros and Jimmy Fletcher. Bogey competitions are played against the par of the course with net scores on each hole deciding whether the player has beaten the hole, halved the hole or lost it! The winner on the day was Brian Redfearn (12.2) with a great score of plus five made up of seven won holes, nine halved and only two lost.
In second place just one shot back was Carla Chaszczewski from her 21.5 handicap, also having won seven holes but lost three. Third and fourth places were decided on handicap with third going to Shaun O’Gorman (5.7) and fourth to Simon Fox (14.0), both of them scoring plus three. The society’s next game is at Oliva Nova on Friday June 26, for a Medal Competition sponsored by Brian Redfearn with a first tee at 8:56am.
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Bale seals Wales win and Rooney scores 48th goal THE last week has seen various games in the Euro 2016 qualifiers Tony Matthews International Sports A former football player and the world’s most prolific author of football books (more than 100 published), Tony is also the sports reporter for Spectrum Radio and lives in the Cabrera mountains. Costa de Almeria
FOOTBALL • LAST Friday, Wales beat Belgium 1-0 with a Gareth Bale goal in their European 2016 qualifying game in Cardiff and are now on course to reach their first major tournament since 1958. In other qualifiers, England beat Slovenia 3-2, courtesy of Wayne Rooney’s 48th international goal; Scotland drew 11 with the Republic of Ireland in Dublin and Northern Ireland earned a 0-0 draw in Romania. England, top of Group E, are unbeaten in 2014-15 - the first time this has happened in a season since 1990-91. • Elsewhere, Poland hammered Georgia 4-0 with a nine-minute hat-trick GARETH BALE: Scored the winning goal to beat Belgium.
by Robert Lewandowski; Andre Schurrle bagged a treble in Germany’s 7-0 drubbing of Luxembourg and Cristiano Ronaldo netted three times in Portugal’s 3-2 win over Armenia. This was Ronaldo’s third hat-trick in successive games and I can’t find any other player who has done that! • In other qualifiers, Denmark beat Serbia 2-0, Spain edged Belarus 1-0, Hungary also won 1-0 in Finland and the Faroe Islands stunned Greece 2-1. • Early games in the Copa de America saw Argentina throw away a 2-0 lead to draw 2-2 with Paraguay; holders Uruguay squeezed past Jamaica 1-0; hosts Chile defeated Ecuador 2-0, Brazil beat Peru 2-1 and Mexico drew 0-0 with Bolivia. • England’s women lost their opening FIFA World Cup Group game 1-0 to France but won the second, 2-1 v Mexico, (Fran Kirby and Karen Carney). Other results: Germany 10 Ivory Coast 0, Switzerland 10 Ecuador 1, Norway 4 Thailand 0, Cameroon 6 Ecuador 0, USA 3 Australia 1,
Spain 1 Costa Rica 1 and hosts Canada 1 China 0. CRICKET • England won the first ODI against New Zealand in front of 19,445 fans at Edgbaston by 120 runs. But they lost the second at The Oval (via the DL rule) in front of 21,954 spectators while a crowd of 14,923 saw them beaten in the third at Southampton by three wickets. • In the Caribbean, Australia beat the West Indies in the second Test to wrap up the series 2-0. • And for those interested, The Ashes series starts in Cardiff on July 6. GENERAL ROUND UP • It’s the Austrian F1 Grand Prix this weekend from Spielberg. • Spain’s Rafael Nadal won his first grass court tennis title for five years with victory in the Mercedes Cup in the Stuttgart, Germany. Now for Wimbledon which starts at the end of this month. • American Deontay Wilder successfully defended his WBC heavyweight title with a ninth-
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• Boxing became a legal sport in 1901. • More than 100 million people hold hunting licences. • In 1975, Japan’s Junko Tabei became the first woman to climb Mt. Everest. • The Major League Baseball career innings record is held by Cy Young with 7,356. • The MLB teams use 850,000 balls per season. • The first electronic communication in sport took place in 1871 when news of the Derby winner was telegraphed from London to Calcutta in under five minutes. • And the first sporting event to be broadcast on radio was a British yacht race in 1898.
Wales are on course to reach the finals.
round knockout of Eric Molina in Alabama. • Stade Francais beat Clermont Auvergne 12-6 in Rugby Union’s Top 12 Cup final. This was Clermont’s 11th defeat in 12 finals. • The inaugural European Games are under way in Azerbaijan's capital Baku (they end on June 28) and 160 British athletes are taking part in 13 of the 20 sports.
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Usain Bolt won the 200m at New York’s Diamond Athletics and GB Olympian Greg Rutherford took the men’s long jump prize
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MAJOR SMILES: The Pego society celebrates a grand day of golf.
Pego Golf plays for Javea Cup PEGO Golf Society entertained 51 entries on June 9, for the prestigious major trophy called the Javea Cup, where the format is a pair’s Two Ball Medal competition, with best ball counting at each hole. Captain Brendan Young welcomed three guests, Derek Lindley, Terry Oram and Brian O’Connor, who
won the guest prize. Brendan Young won the Javea Cup along with his companion Paul Trigwell. The actual results were as follows: In first place, and the winners of the Javea Cup were Brendan Young and Paul Trigwell with a net 62 points. Runners up were Mike Cuerden and Mervyn Joseph
with a net 63, followed by Steve Patton and Roger Miller on 64 in third. Fourth spot was secured by Colin Foster and Alan Simpson with a net 66. If any guest would like to play with Pego Golf, see: www.pegogolfsociety.com or e-mail pegohandicapsec @gmail.com