11 June - 17 June 2024

Brit tourist one of four to drown in three days at same beach

Two people including a British holidaymaker have died after trying to rescue two children who were in difficulties in the sea

at the Roqueta beach in Guardamar. The 52-year-old rushed into the water to aid the youngsters, aged six and seven, along with others.

But he ended up losing his life alongside a Polish Good Samaritan aged 46. Two men aged 39 and 22 and a woman aged around 20, also had to receive medical treatment, with two being taken to hospital with breathing difficulties following the drama on Friday.

All of them were part of a group of bathers who jumped into the water when they saw the youngsters in serious trouble and unable to get out due to strong waves and a strong current. Luckily, the children were finally able to get out of the water safely. It is not known if the British man, believed to be a tourist, was in any way related to the children.

The double tragedy occurred around midday at La Roqueta beach in Guardamar de Segura south of Alicante during gusting winds of up to nearly 60mph.

The following day the same beach claimed the life of a 77-year-old man while swimming. The Emergency Information and Coordination Centre (CICU) received the notification at 3:30 pm. The victim had been pulled out of the water by other people who were on the beach and was unconscious. Despite medics

performing CPR there was no response and the man was declared dead at the scene.

This is the fourth death on La Roqueta beach in just three days as a 68-year- old Israeli man died on Thursday. There is currently no lifeguard service at this beach as the summer season is not yet officially underway.

With four deaths in the last 48 hours, there have now been nine drownings in Alicante Province within

the first seven days of June. The death toll at La Roqueta adds to five drownings last weekend and Monday on the Costa Blanca. Lives were lost at beaches in Benissa, La Marina(Elche), Calpe, Orihuela Costa and Torrevieja.

Another solar farm threatens the Sierra Escalona

A new solar plant is threatening the protected landscape of the Sierra Escalona national park. The O cial Gazette of the Generalitat Valenciana and the Province have published the photovoltaic project called “PSF Orihuela Belmonte”, proposed by Villenlar. The project would see 8 megawatts of power generated for an investment of 6.4 million euros. The facility, planned to the south of the municipality of Orihuela, near San Miguel de Salinas , would occupy an area of 163,690 square meters.

The solar farm would be located next to the Itel macroplant, which planned 242,256 panels spread over 182 hectares,

which the Ministry for the Ecological Transition demolished in January 2023 with unfavourable reports from the Generalitat. The allegations from Friends of Sierra Escalona (ASE), Friends of the Southern Alicante Wetlands (AHSA) and the Neighbourhood Association of San Miguel de Salinas made against this plant will now be raised again.

This is the 14th plant planned in the area and so far none have been authorised and nine have already been denied (six by the Generalitat and three by the Ministry).

The Sierra Escalona environment is one of the few areas that the Bonelli’s eagle exists on the Peninsula. The communities

of birds of prey such as the common harrier, the short-toed eagle and the eagle owl are also found here. Among the predators, there are wild cats (which have one of the best populations in the southeast of Iberia located in Escalona), genets and badgers.

The landscape hallmarks of the area give rise to a type of habitat in which the alternation of pine forest formations with the plains in which installing crop elds is of vital importance for the development of many species of birds of prey found in this habitat, as well as for the necessary conditions to be met both to nest in the most sheltered forest areas and to obtain food in the large cultivated areas.

Flamingos return to La Mata

After a few years of absence, the amingos have now returned to the Mata lagoon. The reason for this abandonment was the drastic reduction of brine shrimp, a small arthropod that thrives in this type of water, its main food source.

The Southern Alicante Wetlands Association (AHSA) explained that the La Mata lagoon functions as a large saline concentrator pond, fed with seawater, which when it reaches su cient salinity is transferred through a channel to the neighbouring Torrevieja lagoon where the salt is harvested. The very dynamics of salt production means that at certain times the salinity can become very high, so the density of brine shrimp decreases

drastically and with it disappears the species that feed on it, such as the amingo.

Traditionally, signi cant uctuations in the populations of these birds have been recorded, linked to uctuations in the water levels of this wetland and with it the salinity of its waters, although in recent years this problem has worsened, mainly after the oods caused by DANA in 2019, when the Torrevieja lagoon, a wetland that has a much larger hydrographic basin than that of the La Mata lagoon, received a signi cant volume of rainwater that made salt collection extremely di cult.

To lower the water level of the Torrevieja lagoon, the salt industry transferred signi cant volumes of water to the

La Mata lagoon, reversing the water management that was traditionally carried out.

This, together with the fact that since those dates very low water levels have been maintained in the La Mata lagoon, has caused the virtual disappearance of the amingos and the rest of the species linked to the brine shrimp, In recent weeks, the salt industry has begun to introduce seawater to La Mata, through the Acequión canal, which has resulted a gradual return of the amingo and slender-billed gulls. Recent head counts show a signi cant increase in the number of amingos, with 620 specimens recorded on 1st June and 1,130 on 4th June.

Children’s online safety to be protected by new law

The Spanish government has introduced a comprehensive new law aimed at protecting children from online threats. The proposed legislation includes virtual restraining orders for felons, raises the minimum age for opening social media accounts, and mandates health screenings for teenagers to detect related emotional disorders.

“The health, well-being, and security of our children, as well as the tranquillity of our families, are at stake,” Justice Minister Félix Bolaños declared on Tuesday while presenting the proposal at a post-Cabinet press conference. The coalition government will need support from other parties to pass the law.

This proposal comes in response to increasing public concern following several cases of sexual violence and abuse linked to the internet.

Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has warned that Spain is facing an “authentic epidemic” of pornography targeting minors.

Madrid Court quizzes Prime Minister’s wife in corruption investigation

In an effort to combat these issues, the Spanish government has already banned cellphones in elementary schools and restricted their use in high schools to educational purposes. Reports indicate that the average age for children to receive their first mobile phone in Spain is 11 years old.

The new bill aims to amend the criminal code to define specific crimes for distributing pornographic material to minors and creating “deepfake” images using artificial intelligence, particularly when these images are used for sexual abuse. The bill also addresses “grooming” by sexual predators attempting to gain the trust of minors.

For convicted criminals who use the internet to commit crimes, the proposed law includes virtual restraining orders that would prevent them from contacting their victims online and ban them

Current statistics indicate that approximately 25% of children aged 12 and under and 50% of those aged 15 and under have been exposed to online pornography.

from certain online activities.

The legislation also seeks to raise the minimum age for opening a social media account from 14 to 16. Technology companies will be required to implement age verification and parental controls on social media and video-sharing platforms.

Additionally, the bill mandates training for teachers on how to educate students about internet safety and calls for public awareness campaigns on the dangers of digital addiction, abuse, and privacy concerns.

“This is about education,” stated Catalina Perazzo of Save The Children, a nonprofit organisation consulted by the government while drafting the bill. “In the same way that sexual education with a focus on emotional health is critical to preventing sexual abuses, the responsible and ethical use of digital applications must be part of the curriculum,” Perazzo told Spanish state broadcaster RTVE.

A Madrid court has issued a summons for Begoña Gómez, the wife of Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, to appear on 5th July as part of a preliminary corruption investigation into her business connections. Gómez is summoned “as an investigated party” in a probe into suspected influence peddling and corruption.

This development comes nearly a week after Spain’s public prosecutors recommended dismissing the probe.

The decision to proceed with the investigation represents a setback for Sánchez and a boost for his right-wing and far-right opponents, who see it as validation of their claims of government corruption. Court documents indicate “evidence of an alleged criminal offence” that “goes beyond mere suspicion,” justifying the continuation of the investigation. This finding contradicts a recent Guardia Civil police report that found no evidence of criminal activity.

The court opened the investigation into Gómez for suspected influence peddling and corruption on 16th April, following a complaint filed by Manos Limpias (“Clean Hands”), an anti-graft NGO linked to the far-right. Manos Limpias has previously filed numerous unsuccessful lawsuits against politicians.

The court is investigating two letters of support Gómez allegedly provided in 2020 for a joint venture bidding for several public contracts. The joint venture’s main shareholder was consultant Carlos Barrabes, who had connections to a department at Madrid’s Complutense University where Gómez worked. The venture won contracts worth €10.2 million, beating 20 rivals, despite not being the lowest bid but receiving top marks in subjective appraisal sections.

Gómez has not publicly commented on the case, but Sánchez has condemned it as a political effort to “harass and discredit” him by media “heavily influenced by the right and far-right.” Sánchez previously suggested he might resign over the issue but ultimately decided to stay on, a move the opposition criticised as political theatre. PP leader Alberto Núñez Feijóo has called for Sánchez’s resignation over the investigation into his wife’s business dealings.

“Spain deserves a worthy premier and Sánchez is not one,” PP Secretary-General Cuca Gamara wrote on X, adding: “It’s not mud, it’s corruption.”

Gómez, 49, does not hold public office and maintains a low profile. She continued her career in fundraising for NGOs after her husband became prime minister in 2018.

First local Pride Parade in La Florida

The rst ever Orihuela Costa Pride Festival, with a full parade, concert and disco took place in La Florida recently. Those taking part gathered in the urbanisation’s carpark at 10am to decorate their oats, cars and of course themselves. Slightly later than the planned 11am start, the parade left the car park near the

Emerald Isle and headed round the block on Calle Marte before turning down Calle Mercurio, across the junction and down Calle Escorpio. The colourful cavalcade weaved its way past the Abbey Tavern, where crowds gathered to blow their whistles and cheer.

The oats doubled back on

Calle Escorpio, passed Ariana’s and Waldemar International, arriving back to The Emerald Isle for an afternoon and evening of entertainment.

The procession was greeted by the sounds of DJ Soraya and the Entertainment lineup was second-to-none with performances from Nikki G, Edward Blundell Williams, Chloe

Jones, Rebecca Holt, Leroy Morales, The Crazy Ladies, An Indian Dance Show, Laddy Gaga, Chloe Leigh as Cher, Stevie Spits Fusion International Show, Martin Kent (Benidorm’s premier Drag Star), full production tribute to Bette Midler by Carla Stone and cast and Fire & Rain with Fire show and Fireworks.

As if that wasn’t enough,

everyone moved inside for a disco with DJ Angelia Ukraine’s rst lady of the mix to dance the night away.

There were games and a ra e to help fund the fun and the chosen charity this year was The Samaritans who were collecting donations during the parade and ran a tombola on the day.

Organisers Marc (Dame Marsy), Stevie Spit, Cilla and Nanny want to say a huge thank you to everyone who helped make the rst Orihuela Costa Pride so special.

Stevie Spit said: “We were delighted with what was achieved given it was the very rst local pride parade and we can’t wait till next year. We hope to grow and nurture this edgling esta and see it go from strengthto-strength.”

Five arrested for a robbery at gunpoint

O cers of the National Police have arrested ve individuals in Orihuela involved in a robbery with violence and two robberies with force in homes. These criminals, belonging to a criminal group, used weapons to intimidate their victims and were identi ed thanks to the great expertise of the investigators, and the collection of information and analysis thereof. The advanced techniques used to study the evidence were relevant to clarifying the facts.

The investigation began after the complaint at the end of last year from a couple who told the agents that they had su ered a violent robbery at their home by three men. According to what the complainants told the agents, when they were at their home in Orihuela, someone knocked on the door and after opening it, three men violently broke into their home, one of the assailants carrying a gun and another of them carrying a knife.

According to the victims’ story, they experienced moments of terror when they threatened the father of the family and his wife. One of the attackers pointed the gun at the father and immobilized him by handcu ng him, while another placed a knife on his mother’s neck. The third o ender searched the house looking for money and valuables. These acts were captured by the home’s video surveillance system, which was crucial to the investigation.

Judicial Police o cers of the National Police carried out a meticulous investigation. They analyzed the recordings from the home’s security cameras and carried out technical inspections with the help of specialized Scienti c Police agents. Through the

exhaustive analysis of the recovered video recordings, and carrying out a visual comparison of the perpetrators’ faces, frame by frame, it was possible to identify those directly responsible for the crime.

Thanks to this meticulous investigation, the National Police was able to discover that the alleged perpetrators were also involved in two other robberies with force that did not seem to be related to this violent robbery. The robberies were committed in two di erent homes in Orihuela, where to access the properties they used speci c tools that allowed them to force the homes to access their interior.

The arrests were made once the full identity of the alleged perpetrators was obtained. The National Police established a device over the areas where those investigated moved, proceeding to arrest them in the towns and districts of Beniel, El Mojón and Los Ramos in the region of Murcia. During them, the authors did not provide any type of relevant data that

could help the investigation.

When house searches were carried out in El Mojón, Alquerias and Los Ramos, some of the objects were found that directly related them to the crimes. Among them, the blank revolver used in the violent robbery, a compressed air pistol, several shotgun cartridges, long gun and short gun cartridges, and a pair of handcu s with their keys were recovered. It was also possible to nd the clothing that one of the detainees was wearing during the violent robbery, and the tools used to carry out the violent robberies.

The detainees, three men and two women, aged between 26 and 42 years old, and all of Spanish nationality, were placed at the disposal of the Investigating Court acting as guard in Orihuela. The Judicial Authority, which had already opened previous proceedings, ordered the imprisonment of three of the detainees, while the other two were placed under precautionary measures.

The Vega Baja turns blue in the European elections

La Vega Baja has been completely dyed blue in the European Elections held this Sunday, June 9. The Popular Party has won in all the municipalities of the region, except in San Isidro with the PSOE. The PP has also swept all the provinces and large cities of the Valencian Community.

The PP has won the European elections in the Valencian Community with 35.85% of the votes and 703,886 votes. The popular ones rise 13.28 points compared to ve years ago and the PSOE, which in 2019 was the winning party of these elections in the Valencian Community, remains in second position, with 31.41

percent and 616,658 votes, going down 1.56 percent compared to the previous call.

Vox is the third force, with 11.51% of the votes, and Compromís-Sumar remains in fourth position with 7.63% of the votes. In the province of Alicante he has won with 38.26% of the votes. As for the large cities , the PP has won in the three provincial capitals and in Elche, in addition to also winning in Torrevieja , Torrent, Orihuela , Gandía, Paterna and Benidorm. The largest municipalities where the PSOE has won are Sagunt and Alcoi. In Sant Vicent del Raspeig, Elda and Vila-real the PP has also won.

Spain to join Israel genocide case

Spain has become the first European nation to request permission from a United Nations court to join South Africa’s case accusing Israel of committing genocide in Gaza. South Africa initially brought the case before the International Court of Justice (ICJ) late last year, asserting that Israel’s military actions in Gaza constitute a breach of the genocide convention.

The ICJ has ordered Israel to immediately halt its military operations in Rafah, a city in southern Gaza, but stopped short of mandating a ceasefire for the entire enclave. Despite the court’s directive, Israel has continued its offensive.

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez affirmed Spain’s commitment to justice, stating, “There should be no doubt that Spain will remain on the right side of history.”

Several countries, including Mexico, Colombia, Nicaragua, Libya, and the Palestinians, are also awaiting approval from the ICJ to join the

case against Israel.

Israel has refuted the genocide allegations, maintaining that its military operations are a justified response to Hamas’s attacks on October 7, which resulted in the deaths of 1,200 Israelis and the capture of 250 hostages.

In retaliation, Israel’s air and ground assaults have led to the deaths of 36,000 Palestinians, according to Gaza’s Health Ministry, which does not differentiate between combatants and civilians.

The ICJ, located in The Hague, Netherlands, is expected to take years to deliver a final verdict on the matter. If Spain’s request is approved, the country will be able to submit written arguments and participate in public hearings related to the case. This move is part of a broader effort by Sánchez’s left-wing coalition to support peace initiatives in Gaza.

In Spain, Sánchez’s stance has found significant backing, particularly among university students who have mirrored the protests of their American counterparts.

The ICJ previously allowed 32 countries, including Spain, to join Ukraine’s case against Russia, which alleges that Russia falsely accused Ukraine of genocide to justify its invasion.

As the preliminary hearings in the genocide case against Israel proceed, Spain’s immediate objective is to increase pressure on Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to comply with the court’s interim measures to cease the violence in Rafah.

Recently, Spain, Ireland, and Norway formally recognized a Palestinian state on May 28, joined by Slovenia this week. Over 140 countries, representing more than two-thirds of the UN, have recognised Palestinian statehood, although major Western powers, including the United States, have not.

A criminal group that stole and falsified vehicles in Vega Baja has been dismantled

The Civil Guard and the National Police have dismantled a criminal group operating in the provinces of Alicante and Malaga. This group targeted medium to high-end vehicles belonging to refugees from Ukraine, stealing these cars for subsequent counterfeiting and sale across Europe. When some victims sought help on social media to locate their stolen vehicles, the perpetrators contacted them, demanding a ransom of 10,000 to 20,000 euros in cryptocurrency for the car’s return.

The agents have identified 25 victims of car theft in various locations, including Alicante, Calpe, Pilar de la Horadada, El Verger, Guardamar del Segura, Torrevieja, and Villajoyosa in Alicante; Marbella in Málaga; and San Pedro del Pinatar in the Region of Murcia. The total value of the stolen vehicles is estimated at one million euros, with individual car values ranging from 30,000 to 90,000 euros, depending on the brand and model.

The perpetrators executed the thefts at night and immediately transported the stolen cars to Málaga, often before the owners even realized their cars were missing. They used main highways and were preceded by a shuttle vehicle to avoid

detection by the Civil Guard or Police. Once in Málaga, the cars were temporarily parked to ensure they were not being tracked. Following this “cooling” period, the criminals altered the vehicle identification numbers, falsified license plates and documentation, and then sold the cars secondhand across Europe using a mobile messaging app. The operation resulted in six arrests and five individuals under investigation, all men

aged between 34 and 54, of Lithuanian, Russian, and Ukrainian nationalities. They face charges for 25 vehicle thefts, 11 extortion crimes, document falsification, and membership in a criminal organization.

In total, 15 stolen vehicles valued at over 300,000 euros have been recovered. Additionally, 140,000 euros were seized along with equipment used for vehicle theft and document falsification.

Sterling rounded up on a strong note at the end of May, with GBP/EUR peaking at 1.1780, the highest level since August 2022. However, this peak still indicates a resistance level, similar to last summer’s high, suggesting that signi cant market events may be needed to push past this psychological position. The pound was up against most other major currencies, including the dollar, which saw GBP/USD jump over 3 cents in three weeks up to just under 1.28.

A key factor behind the pound’s improvement appears to be the Bank of England’s changing stance on interest rates. With the UK’s headline in ation dropping to 2.3%, slightly higher than expected, it has pushed back the chances of an early interest rate cut from the Bank of England. In our May market update, we reported market predictions of over 50% in favour of a cut at June’s MPC meeting. Expectations have now reduced to less than 10%, with some forecasters believing August or September is when the base levels will be dropped from the current 5.25%.

Meanwhile, UK politics continues to see activity from both the Labour and Conservative parties in the lead-up to the 4th July election. In a recent political tussle last week, long-serving Labour member Diane Abbott has con rmed she will be standing as a Labour candidate following a row that overshadowed much of the campaigning last week.

Historically, the pound tends to underperform ahead of political events*, as seen over the years with Brexit and other election events. This pattern suggests that we might see the pound fall away from the recent highs. Either way, after relatively little volatility so far this year, more movement could be on the cards.

*The Sunak-Truss leadership contest saw a 1.5 cent drop for GBP/EUR in the lead up to the decision in September 2022.

EUR The European Central Bank (ECB) became the rst major central bank to cut interest rates yesterday, in a move widely anticipated by markets. Policymakers

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cut rates by 0.25% marking the rst rate cut by the ECB in ve years and signalling the end of the monetary tightening cycle that began in July 2022.

The decision followed the Bank of Canada’s decision to also reduce rates on Wednesday 5th June.

Although EU in ation has dropped by over 2.5% since September 2023, in ation is expected to stay above target well into next year. Policymakers revised their in ation projections for the Eurozone raising forecasts for both 2024 and 2025 from 2.3% to 2.5% and 2% to 2.2% respectively. Economic growth is projected to improve, reaching 0.9% in 2024, 1.4% in 2025, and 1.6% in 2026.

ECB President Christine Lagarde’s subsequent comments appeared to express ongoing caution and indicated that monetary policy would remain restrictive for ”as long as necessary”. She emphasised the Governing Council’s commitment to ensuring in ation returns to its target of 2%.

There was little reaction from the euro as the cut was already priced in thanks to the clear, ongoing narrative from EU policymakers that has helped stabilise expectations around interest rate changes.

From an interest rate and economics perspective, it is possible the EU and Canada could start a chain reaction as we witness the rst interest rate cuts in the developed world. The UK, US, and Europe had previously followed similar monetary policy trends when both raising and holding rates. If these cuts are well received and avoid any economic scrutiny from markets around their decisions, it could open the door to rate reductions from many other countries.

To nish the week, this morning saw the release of the latest quarterly GDP growth data from the EU. As expected, growth remained stagnant at around 0.3%.

Disclaimer: This commentary does not constitute nancial advice.

Fake priest defrauds Catral and Bigastro parishes of 15,300 euros using a sick father scam

A 39-year-old man, wanted by a Palma court, has been placed in provisional prison for allegedly posing as a priest to defraud money from priests in small parishes across several Spanish provinces, according to Cadena SER Alicante. The last two scams, investigated by the Civil Guard, occurred in Catral, involving 14,800 euros, and Bigastro, involving an additional 500 euros.

The suspect used the same method each time: appearing at the parish under the false name José Sánchez and asking the priest for nancial help to visit his supposedly sick father in Salamanca.

To gain the trust of the parish priests, he claimed nancial hardship for himself and his family and put them in contact with a supposed priest from Salamanca who con rmed the story by phone. In reality, the scammer himself made the calls, using ecclesiastical jargon to make the story believable.

The investigation by the Almoradí barracks of the Civil Guard of Alicante began last April following a complaint from the parish priest of Catral. Shortly after, the priest of Bigastro reported a similar

scam for 500 euros. The arrested man has a history of similar scams, including nine in parishes across Asturias between March and May 2020.

The Civil Guard is investigating whether he committed more crimes nationwide. At the time of his arrest, he was facing charges for various crimes in courts across Spain, including Algeciras, Santander, Córdoba, Alcázar de San Juan, Lugo, Palma de Mallorca, León, Cangas del Narcea, Alicante, and Huesca.

He had evaded capture due to his lack of a known address.

The investigation is directed

by the Court of Instruction number 1 of Orihuela. The man was arrested on June 4 in Aielo de Malferit (Valencia), where he resided, for alleged continued crimes of fraud, falsi cation of public documents, usurpation of civil status, and for judicial claims from across Spain. During a search of his home, authorities found approximately 7,000 euros in various currencies, gold jewelry, watches, and falsi ed documentation. After being brought before the Valencian court in Ontinyent, the judge ordered his imprisonment.

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Works to improve Avenida Diego Ramirez Pastor continue

The Councillor for Urban Management and Accessibility of the City of Torrevieja, Sandra Sanchez, reports that the works of resurfacing and improving accessibility on Avenida Diego Ramirez, which have an investment of nearly 200,000 euros, are at a very good pace, being the overall scope of action from Avenida de la Estación to Calle Apolo. Sandra Sanchez stressed that the

Avenida Diego Ramirez Pastor is one of the main roads and with more traffic in the city and, for this reason, the execution of the works has been divided into two phases:

-Phase 1: from Avenida de la Estación to Calle Orihuela.

-Phase 2: from Orihuela Street to Apolo Street. Phase 1 Works completed

Specifically, 44 actions are being carried out to improve accessibility, having

already completed the works of Phase 1, thus renewing the existing pedestrian crossings and executing new ones. In addition, these actions will allow the creation of new parking spaces for people with reduced mobility. Finally, a total area of approximately 15,000 m² will be resurfaced, with the accessibility improvement works and subsequent resurfacing of Phase 2 up to Apolo Street still to be completed.

The Civil Guard commends seven Orihuela local police officers for their collaboration in a raid

The General Directorate of the Civil Guard has congratulated seven agents of the Orihuela Local Police for their outstanding participation in a police operation, carried out on May 27, in which a criminal group dedicated to the commission of crimes classified in the Penal Code as robbery with force, robbery with violence and intimidation, vehicle theft and document falsification.

The operation focused on crimes committed inside homes with residents, which generated serious social alarm among neighbors.

During the course of the investigation, the collaboration of Orihuela Local Police agents was requested, who acted with great professionalism, secrecy and reserve, both in obtaining information and in transmitting it. His work greatly facilitated the development of the procurement phase of the police operation, a crucial stage for the investigation.

The help of the Orihuela Local Police agents exceeded the duty of cooperation stipulated by Organic Law 2/1986, of March 13, on Security Forces and Bodies. “The permanent good predisposition to collaborate, as well as the attitude shown, highlights the police values that enhance the good name of the Orihuela Local Police Force,” the congratulations state. In accordance with Royal Decree 176/2022, of March 4, which approves the Code of Conduct for Civil Guard personnel, the actions of these agents can be framed in the spirit of sacrifice, training and

professional competence and cooperation.

For this reason, the General Directorate of the Civil Guard has congratulated the seven agents on behalf of all the components of the Investigation Area, encouraging them to continue with the great professional work they have been doing. This congratulation not only rewards the agents, but also serves as encouragement and example for the rest of the professionals who make up the staff of the Orihuela Local Police.

Five free tickets to give away for the third Summer Nights Music Festival

The third of the Summer Nights In The Park Music Festivals will be held on Saturday 10th August and will be supporting Rock Against Cancer. The festival will be held at The Bar Guardamar Park, Rincon La Luna, Guardamar.

The festival will be an all-seated a air and will kick o at 5pm, however, the gates will open from 4.30pm. Throughout the evening you will be treated to three great acts

Simon Jackson MBE live band featuring rock n pop hits including Robbie Williams, Cockney Rebel and more.

Peat Loaf, the one and only dead ringer

Soulfully Five Live Band

The event will be great fun with lots of fabulous music and of course, loads of dancing. There will be some delicious food available and there will also be free parking. The event will be disabled friendly. VIP tickets have nearly sold out.

If you would like a bus service, go to www.costablanca.events where you can register for this. There are also some pitches available for motorhomes or caravans (not tents).

Rock Against Cancer will be there showcasing their brandnew logo and will have lots of goodies for sale in aid of the charity.

Costa Blanca People have very kindly been given 5 free individual tickets. For a chance to win one of these tickets please send the message “WIN” along with your full name, mobile number and email address via whatsapp to 607031113 or email Claire@ costablancapeople.com

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The mayor of Torrevieja, Eduardo Dolon, and the Councillor for Innovation, Ricardo Recuero, presented last week the Ciberkiosco that has been installed in the City Hall for citizens to perform municipal electronic procedures. Since its launch about a month ago, more than 600 certi cates of registration have been issued.

, for the activation of which we are awaiting authorization from the Treasury Department of the City Council. In addition, in the future it will be possible to add some other simple procedure, such as the presentation of general instance or complaints and suggestions, etc. as long as it does not require a scanner or

Finally, Eduardo Dolon has reported that this is a pilot experience that is giving very good results since its inception, so it is planned to install more cyberkiosks in other municipal o ces to diversify the service, for example, in the peripheral City Council of La Mata.

The councilman of Innovation explained that the procedures available to date are limited to the issuance of certi cates of registration in its variants Individual, Historicalindividual and Collective, the latter in the machine are referenced as “Family”. For the time being, it is not possible to automatically issue the Historical-Collective census certi cate, for which the citizen must contact the Registration Assistance O ces (OAMR) -PROP and La Mataor the Census and Statistics O ce.

On the other hand, the machine has the means to act as a municipal payment point -fees, public prices, nes, etc.-

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This Week´s Movie Picks

Fishermans Friends

Saturday 15th June - Channel 4 - 9.00 pm

A fast living, cynical London music executive (Daniel Mays) heads to a remote Cornish village on a stag weekend where he’s pranked by his boss (Noel Clarke) into trying to sign a group of shanty singing shermen (led by James Purefoy). He becomes the ultimate “ sh out of water” as he struggles to gain the respect or enthusiasm of the unlikely boy band and their families (including Tuppence Middleton) who value friendship and community over fame and fortune. As he’s drawn deeper into the traditional way of life he’s forced to reevaluate his own integrity and ultimately question what success really means.

Murder on the Orient Express

Sunday 16th June - Channel 4 - 9.00 pm

“How

“What

“How

Hercule Poirot, the best detective in the world, decides to travel on the Orient Express. The train accidentally gets stopped because of a small avalanche. Little did he know that a murder was planned and that a person on this train was capable of committing such crime

EXPAT BRIEFINGS

“Will

Tuesday 11th June

This Morning 13:30 Loose Women 14:30 ITV Lunchtime News 14:55 ITV News London 15:00 Dickinson’s Real Deal 16:00 Lingo 17:00 Tipping Point 18:00 The Chase 19:00 ITV News London 19:20 Party Election Broadcast 19:30 ITV Evening News

20:30 Emmerdale

21:00 The Martin Lewis Money Show

22:00 Long Lost Family: Born Without Trace 23:00 ITV News at Ten 23:30 ITV News London 23:45 Skyfal

08:20 Everybody Loves

Raymond 08:45 Everybody Loves

Raymond 09:10 Everybody Loves

Raymond 09:40 Everybody Loves Raymond

Frasier

Frasier

Frasier

Frasier 12:10 Ramsay’s Kitchen Nightmares USA 13:05 Channel 4 News Summary 13:10 Ramsay’s Kitchen Nightmares USA 14:10 Car S.O.S 15:10 Countdown 16:00 A Place in the Sun 17:00 A Place in the Sun 18:00 Sun, Sea and Selling

19:00 Four in a Bed 19:30 The Simpsons 20:00 Channel 4 News 21:00 Bake Off: The Professionals

Queenie

Wednesday 12th June

02:05 Teleshopping 04:00 My Mum, Your Dad 04:50 Unwind with ITV 06:05 James Martin’s Spanish Adventure 07:00 Good Morning Britain 10:00 Lorraine 11:00 This Morning 13:30 Loose Women 14:30 ITV Lunchtime News

14:55 ITV News London

15:00 Dickinson’s Real Deal

16:00 Lingo

17:00 Tipping Point

18:00 The Chase

19:00 ITV News London

19:20 Party Election Broadcast

19:30 ITV Evening News

Caribbean Adventure 20:00 The One Show

Grand Tours of Scotland’s Rivers

Springwatch

The Misadventures of Romesh Ranganathan

20:00 Tonight 20:30 Emmerdale

21:00 Coronation Street

22:00 Long Lost Family: Born Without Trace

23:00 ITV News at Ten

23:30 ITV News London

23:45 Peston

The times they are a’changin. So sang Bob Dylan. And changing they certainly are for Age Concern. Their shop in Torrevieja has closed after 18 years of successful trading. However, its faithful customer following need not fear. It is only moving a few kilometres out of town to its NEW SHOP IN SAN LUIS -Plaza Tolosa 1 (Calle Carreño), Urb. San Luis, Torrevieja. ( Between GB Solicitors and The Bodega)

Nothing has changed except the premises. It will continue to o er an extensive range of clothes, accessories and bric-a-brac all to a high standard. And the same friendly band of volunteers will be there to welcome you and to give help and advice if needed. The shop is open 10am -1.30pm Monday to Friday.

But better still, pay them a visit for quality second hand goods and support this very worthwhile charity.

Queenie 09:10 PAW Patrol

09:10 Everybody Loves Raymond 09:40 Everybody Loves Raymond 10:10 Frasier

10:40 Frasier

11:10 Frasier

11:40 Frasier

12:10 Ramsay’s Kitchen Nightmares USA

13:05 Channel 4 News

Summary

13:10 Ramsay’s Kitchen Nightmares USA

14:10 Car S.O.S

15:10 Countdown

16:00 A Place in the Sun

17:00 A Place in the Sun

18:00 Sun, Sea and Selling

Houses

19:00 Four in a Bed

19:30 The Simpsons

20:00 Channel 4 News

21:00 Location, Location, Location

22:00 The Fall: Skydive

Murder Plot

23:00 Queenie

23:35 Queenie

23:00 Queenie

23:35 Queenie

Peppa Pig

Peppa Pig 09:40 Peppa Pig 09:45 Ben & Holly’s Little Kingdom 09:55 Meet the Experts 10:10 Milkshake! Story Den 10:15 Jeremy Vine 12:15 Storm Huntley 13:45 Friends 14:10 Friends 14:40 5 News at Lunchtime 14:45 Home and Away 15:15 The Teacher 17:00 Bargain-Loving Brits in the Sun 18:00

09:10 PAW Patrol 09:30 Peppa Pig 09:35 Peppa Pig 09:40 Peppa Pig

09:45 Ben & Holly’s Little Kingdom 09:55 Meet the Experts 10:10 Milkshake! Story Den 10:15 Jeremy Vine 12:15 Storm Huntley 13:45 Friends 14:10 Friends

14:40 5 News at Lunchtime 14:45 Home and Away 15:15 Blood In The Water 17:00 Bargain-Loving Brits in the Sun 18:00 5 News at 5 18:55 Party Election Broadcast 19:00 Police Interceptors

20:00 The Motorway Hotel 21:00 The Motorway 22:00 Casualty 24/7: Every Second Counts 23:00 Trauma Room One

08:25 Scooby-Doo! Mystery Incorporated 08:50 Be Cool, Scooby-Doo! 09:10 What’s New ScoobyDoo? 09:35 Scooby-Doo and Guess Who? 10:00 World’s Funniest Videos 10:30 Totally Bonkers Guinness World Records 11:00 Love Bites 12:00 Love Bites 13:00 Dress to Impress 14:00 Deal or No Deal 15:00

Age Concern opens its new shop in San Luis

For those who frequent their other shop at Los Montesinos nothing has changed. It continues to thrive in the High Street. Both shops welcome donations of clothes etc. New volunteers are always welcome at the shops and also at their Centre in La Siesta.

Everything you ever need to know about Age Concern can be found on our website www. ageconcerncostablancasur.org. Why not follow us on Facebook Age Concern Costa Blanca Sur where you’ll nd up to the minute information and future events which you may wish to attend.

To contact The Centre directly please telephone 966 786 887 Monday – Friday from 10am –1.30pm or leave a message and your call will be returned.

It was a sizzling day for the Age Concern Only Fools and Horses extravaganza

Age Concern held their ONLY FOOLS AND HORSES EXTRAVAGANZA on Saturday 25th May at their Day Centre at Calle Paganini, La Siesta. People thronged from far and wide to attend this event and enjoyed browsing the many stalls, taking part in the activities or simply just relaxing in the summer sun with a nice cup of tea.

Even the Barbecue sizzled with Burgers and Sausages.

Del Boy, Rodney and the rest of the volunteers got in the mood, even the Iconic Batman and Robin scene from Only Fools and Horses was played out with Batman and Robin making an appearance.

Everyone was entertained by the Melody Makers who got their audience singing along to popular cockney melodies.

The Melody Makers made a good day great, by presenting Del Boy, aka Malcolm Winstanley, President

of Age Concern Costa Blanca Sur ,with a cheque for €550 raised by them. Age Concern Costa Blanca Sur would like to thank them warmly for their donation and for volunteering to come along and provide such a delightful couple of hours of music.

Age Concern raised a staggering €2,544.75. All the money raised goes straight into the maintenance and upkeep of the Day Centre, providing bene ciaries with daily activities, keeping the two vehicles running, along with ensuring all the valuable services and mobility aids are in ship shape order ready for the vulnerable and our aged population to take advantage of whenever needed.

A special thank you must go to all our volunteers who gave so much of their time to make sure cakes were baked, prizes and bottles donated, costumes made, stalls manned and everything in place to

make this day a success.

Thank you, as well, to all the companies and organisations who donated prizes for our ra e.

13th June

00:40 Absolutely India: Mancs in Mumbai

01:05 ITV Studio Sessions 01:30 Teleshopping 04:00 Tonight 04:25 Unwind with ITV

05:40 D-Day 80 at the Royal Albert Hall

07:00 Good Morning Britain

10:00 Lorraine

11:00 This Morning

13:30 Loose Women

14:30 ITV Lunchtime News

14:55 ITV News London

15:00 Dickinson’s Real Deal

16:00 Lingo

17:00 Tipping Point

18:00 The Chase 19:00 ITV News London

19:30 ITV Evening News

20:30 Emmerdale 21:30 The ITV Election Debate

Chinook: Zulu Delta 576 23:00 Mortimer and Whitehouse: Gone Fishing 23:30 Newsnight

Friday 14th June

23:10 ITV News at Ten 23:45 ITV News London

00:00 Emergency Nurses: A+E Stories

01:00 Teleshopping

04:00 In for a Penny

04:35 Unwind with ITV

06:05 Katie Piper’s Breakfast Show

07:00 Good Morning Britain

10:00 Lorraine 11:00 This Morning

13:30 Loose Women

14:30 ITV Lunchtime News

14:55 ITV News London

15:00 Dickinson’s Real Deal

16:00 Lingo

19:30 Clive Myrie’s Caribbean Adventure

20:00 Digging for Britain

20:30 Beechgrove Garden

21:00 Gardeners’ World

22:00 Hidden Treasures of the National Trust

23:00 QI 23:30 Newsnight

Saturday 15th

17:00 Tipping Point

18:00 The Chase

19:00 ITV News London

19:15 ITV Evening News

19:30 Live: UEFA EURO 2024 23:45 ITV News

08:45 Everybody Loves

Raymond 09:10 Everybody Loves

Raymond

09:40 Everybody Loves

Raymond 10:10 Frasier

10:40 Frasier

11:10 Frasier 11:40 Frasier

12:10 Ramsay’s Kitchen Nightmares USA 13:05 Channel 4 News Summary

13:10 Ramsay’s Kitchen Nightmares USA

14:10 Car S.O.S 15:10 Countdown 16:00 A Place in the Sun 17:00 A Place in the Sun

18:00 Sun, Sea and Selling Houses 19:00 Four in a Bed 19:30 The Simpsons

20:00 Channel 4 News

21:00 The Supervet

22:00 The Fall: Skydive Murder Plot

23:00 We Are Lady Parts

23:35 We Are Lady Parts

08:20 Everybody Loves

Raymond 08:45 Everybody Loves

Raymond

09:10 Everybody Loves

Raymond

09:40 Everybody Loves

Raymond

10:10 Frasier

10:40 Frasier

11:10 Frasier

11:40 Frasier

12:10 Ramsay’s Kitchen

Nightmares USA

13:05 Channel 4 News

Summary

13:10 Ramsay’s Kitchen Nightmares USA

14:10 Car S.O.S 15:10 Countdown

16:00 A Place in the Sun

17:00 A Place in the Sun

18:00 Sun, Sea and Selling

Houses

19:00 Four in a Bed

19:30 The Simpsons

20:00 Channel 4 News

21:00 The Dog House

22:00 Celebrity Gogglebox

23:00 The Nevermets

05:40 Come Dine with Me

06:05 Come Dine with Me

06:35 Escape to the Chateau 06:45 Frasier 07:10 Everybody Loves Raymond 07:35 Everybody Loves Raymond

08:00 Frasier

08:25 Frasier

08:50 Alvin and the Chipmunks

10:40 The Simpsons 11:10 The Simpsons 11:40 The Simpsons 12:10 The Simpsons

12:40 The Kid Who Would Be King

15:00 Couples Come Dine with Me

16:00 Four in a Bed 16:30 Four in a Bed 17:00 Four in a Bed 17:35 Four in a Bed 18:05 Four in a Bed 18:35 A Place in the Sun

19:30 Channel 4 News

20:00 Devon and Cornwall: Fishing Lives

09:10 PAW Patrol 09:30 Peppa Pig

09:35 Peppa Pig 09:40 Peppa Pig

09:45 Ben & Holly’s Little Kingdom

09:55 Meet the Experts 10:10 Milkshake! Story Den 10:15 Jeremy Vine 12:15 Storm Huntley 13:45 Friends 14:10 Friends 14:40 5 News at Lunchtime 14:45 Home and Away 15:15 The Gold Digger Killer 17:00 Bargain-Loving Brits in the Sun 18:00 5 News at 5 18:55 Party Election Broadcast 19:00 Police Interceptors 20:00 The Motorway Hotel 21:00 Happy Campers: The Caravan Park 22:00 The Hotel Inspector 23:00 Hmp Belmarsh: Evil Behind Bars

08:00 Mr Bean: The Animated Series 08:15 Mr Bean: The Animated Series 08:25 Scooby-Doo! Mystery Incorporated 08:50 Be Cool, Scooby-Doo! 09:10 What’s New ScoobyDoo? 09:35 Scooby-Doo and Guess Who? 10:00

ITV News

23:10 It’ll Be Alright on the Night

08:35 The Adventures of Paddington

08:55 Milo

09:10 PAW Patrol

09:30 Peppa Pig

09:35 Peppa Pig

09:40 Peppa Pig

09:45 Ben & Holly’s Little Kingdom

09:55 Meet the Experts 10:10 Milkshake! Story Den 10:15 Jeremy Vine 12:15 Storm Huntley

13:45 Friends 14:10 Friends

14:40 5 News at Lunchtime 14:45 Home and Away 15:15 Dangerous Love

17:00 Bargain-Loving Brits in the Sun

18:00 5 News at 5 18:55 Party Election Broadcast 19:00 Argos: How Do They Really Do It?

20:00 The Motorway Hotel 21:00 Dalgliesh 23:00 Live: Boxing

08:55 Mixmups 09:10 PAW Patrol 09:35 Rubble & Crew 09:50 SpongeBob SquarePants 10:00 Entertainment News On 5 10:05 Bargain-Loving Brits in the Sun 10:50 Bargain-Loving Brits in the Sun 11:45 Bargain-Loving Brits in the Sun 12:45 Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly 13:40 Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly 14:40 Dogs Behaving (Very) Badly 15:40 Our Yorkshire Farm 16:40 Our Yorkshire Farm

08:25 Scooby-Doo! Mystery Incorporated

08:50 Be Cool, Scooby-Doo! 09:10 What’s New ScoobyDoo? 09:35 Scooby-Doo and Guess Who? 10:00 World’s Funniest Videos 10:30 Totally Bonkers Guinness World Records 11:00 Love Bites 12:00 Love Bites 13:00 Dress to Impress 14:00 Deal or No Deal 15:00 Family Fortunes 16:00 Veronica Mars 17:00 Dawson’s Creek 18:00 Dress to Impress 19:00 Celebrity Catchphrase 20:00 Deal or No Deal

21:00 Bob’s Burgers 21:30 Bob’s Burgers 22:00 Love Island 23:05 The Stand Up Sketch Show 23:35 Family Guy

00:50 The Royal 01:45 Upstairs, Downstairs 02:50 Unwind with ITV 03:30 Teleshopping 07:00 Classic Emmerdale 07:30 Classic Emmerdale 08:00 Classic Coronation Street 08:35 Classic Coronation Street 09:05 Agatha Christie’s Poirot 10:15 Agatha Christie’s Poirot 11:30 The Royal 12:35 Heartbeat 13:40 Heartbeat 14:40 Classic Emmerdale 15:10 Classic Emmerdale 15:40 Classic Coronation Street 16:10 Classic Coronation Street 16:40 Inspector Morse 18:55 Heartbeat 19:55 Heartbeat 21:00 Doc Martin 22:00 Shetland 23:20 Shetland

21:00 Fisherman’s Friends

23:10 Air Force One

Sunday 16th June

00:05 Long Lost Family: Born Without Trace 01:10 UEFA EURO 2024 02:10 Teleshopping

Maternity: Broken Trust

Unwind with ITV

Deal or No Deal 07:00 James Martin’s French Adventure 07:30 James Martin’s Spanish Adventure

08:25 Ainsley’s National Trust Cook Off

09:25 Katie Piper’s Breakfast Show

10:25 ITV News

10:30 Love Your Weekend with Alan Titchmarsh 12:30 Alan Titchmarsh’s Gardening Club 13:30 ITV Lunchtime News

13:40 Abbey Clancy: Celebrity Homes 14:40 Diamonds Are Forever

Live: UEFA EURO 2024

ITV Evening News 20:50 ITV News London

Midsomer Murders 23:00 ITV News 23:15 Long Lost Family: Born Without Trace

01:30 Transformers: The Last Knight 04:05 Gordon Ramsay’s 24 Hours to Hell and Back 04:55 Hollyoaks: Omnibus 06:55 Frasier 07:20 Frasier 07:45 Frasier

08:10 Everybody Loves

Raymond 08:35 Everybody Loves

Raymond 09:00 Everybody Loves

Raymond 09:30 The Simpsons

The Simpsons

Sunday Brunch

The Simpsons

The Simpsons

The Simpsons

The Simpsons

A Place in the Sun 16:10 The Pursuit of Happyness 18:30 Channel 4 News 18:55 Party Election Broadcast

19:00 The Great Celebrity Bake Off: Stand Up To Cancer 20:00 Secret France with Dick and Angel 21:00 Murder on the Orient Express 23:15 Celebrity Gogglebox

08:35 The Adventures of Paddington 08:55 Mixmups 09:10 PAW Patrol 09:35 Rubble & Crew 09:50 SpongeBob SquarePants

10:05 Entertainment News On 5 10:10 Cruising with Jane McDonald 10:55 Cruising with Jane McDonald 11:45 Cruising with Jane McDonald 12:45 Cruising with Jane McDonald 13:40 Isle of Wight: Jewel of the South

Monday 17th June

ITV News London 15:00 Dickinson’s Real Deal 16:00 Lingo 17:00 ITV News London 17:05 ITV Evening News

17:15 Live: UEFA EURO 2024 20:15 Live: UEFA EURO 2024 23:30 ITV News

08:15 Everybody Loves Raymond 08:40 Everybody Loves

09:05 Everybody Loves Raymond 09:35 Everybody Loves

10:05 Frasier 10:35 Frasier 11:05 Frasier 11:35 Frasier

12:05 Great Canal Journeys

13:05 Channel 4 News Summary 13:10 Help! We Bought a Village 14:10 Car S.O.S 15:10 Countdown 16:00 A Place in the Sun

17:00 A Place in the Sun 18:00 Sun, Sea and Selling Houses 19:00 Four in a Bed

19:30 The Simpsons

20:00 Channel 4 News

20:55 Party Election Broadcast

21:00 Bake Off: The Professionals

22:00 24 Hours in A&E 23:00 Football Cops

08:35 The Adventures of Paddington 08:55 Milo 09:10 PAW Patrol 09:30 Peppa Pig 09:35 Peppa Pig

09:40 Peppa Pig

09:45 Ben & Holly’s Little Kingdom 09:55 Meet the Experts 10:10 Milkshake! Story Den 10:15 Jeremy Vine 12:15 Storm Huntley 13:45 Friends 14:10 Friends 14:40 5 News at Lunchtime 14:45 Home and Away 15:20 Revenge for My Mother 17:00 Bargain-Loving Brits in the Sun 18:00 5 News at 5 19:00 Party Election Broadcast 19:05 Police Interceptors 20:00 Traffic Cops 21:00 Motorway Cops: Catching Britain’s Speeders 22:00 Cold Call

23:00 The Hospital: Life On The Line

07:25 Teen Titans Go! 07:35 Jurassic World: Camp Cretaceous 08:00 Mr Bean: The Animated Series 08:15 Mr Bean: The Animated Series 08:25 Scooby-Doo! Mystery Incorporated 08:50 Be Cool, Scooby-Doo! 09:10 What’s New ScoobyDoo? 09:35 Scooby-Doo and Guess Who? 10:00 World’s Funniest Videos 10:30 Totally Bonkers Guinness World Records 11:00 Love Bites

If you have a question or problem with any household technology needing my help or want to join the Technology Help Group please email Brian at cbtechnology.help@ gmail.com.

As a group member, you would have access to the group website which contains previous session notes, handouts and access to previous Costa Blanca People published articles. Scan the QR code for a reminder of what the Costa Blanca Technology Help Group o ers.

Meetings at Dilly’s Bar, Av. Castuera, 3, 03184 El Chaparral, Alicante. Group meetings on the 2nd Wednesday of each month from 10:00 to 12:00. The Next meeting is on Wednesday 12th June 2024. You are welcome to attend.

“I have an old mobile phone which I no longer use. What can I do with it”?

If you are going to scrap or sell your phone, you will need to remove all your personal data and access to your online accounts. To do this you will need to return the phone to “Factory Settings”/ Before you do that, you will need to remove all your les and photos by copying them to a suitable USB

Your tech questions answered by Brian Hoile of the Costa Blanca Technology Help Group, helping over 400 members with their PCs , smartphones and more. Group members can attend meetings in person or online using Zoom or Teams.

storage device or by using Cloud Storage. You will need a suitable USB adapter cable or dongle to copy your personal les to a USB storage device. You will also need an App on your old phone to access Cloud Storage and connected USB devices. Install the App “File Manager + “.

If you plan to use Cloud Storage to copy your personnel data you will need to add access to your Cloud Storage and login to your Cloud Storage account/s.

You may also want access to your WhatsApp and Messenger messages you will need to back them up, Google search how to backup these messages.

When you are happy that all your data has been copied for future use then you can go ahead and return your phone to “Factory Settings”

Go to Settings and select or search for “Reset” and select Reset to Factory Settings. After this is completed, the phone will be as it was when you rst bought it.

“How do I get my Apps to autoupdate on my mobile phone”?

Automatic updates on your iPhone or iPad 1. Go to Settings. 2. Tap App Store.

3. Turn on or turn o App Updates. To update all Android apps automatically

1. Open the Google Play Store app.

2. At the top right, tap the pro le icon.

3.Tap Settings Network

Preferences. Auto-update apps.

4. Select an option: Over any network to update apps using either Wi-Fi or mobile data. Over Wi-Fi only to update apps only when connected to Wi-Fi.

“How do I remove unwanted junk on my Windows computer”?

1. In the search box on the taskbar, type disk cleanup, and select it.

2. Select the drive you want to clean up, and then select OK.

3. Under Files to delete, select the le types to get rid of.

4. Select OK.

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Join the Group by searching Facebook for “Costa Blanca Technology Help Group” Send your questions to cbtechnology.help@gmail.com

We Need Your Help

Always help someone. You might be the only one that does.

Seagate are pleased to support the amazing charity A Helping Hand - a food and clothes bank charity. They support hundreds of families that are in poverty and in crisis and they urgently need food and clothes donations from you. There is a constant need for help with simply the basic staples such as tuna, toilet paper, milk, tinned food, pasta, rice, soup mix, baked beans, olive oil. They also need hygiene

items such as washing detergent, shower gel, shampoo as well as baby items needed are nappies, hero baby milk 1 and 2 and baby wipes.

As we begin 2024, they are hoping to be able to provide for families throughout the next few months when times are hardest. January, February, and March are the toughest times for this charity, so please spare a thought and give what you can. You can drop o

your donation to their base in San Luis on Tuesday or Friday morning from 10am until 1pm or at over 20 drop o places around the area –check their Facebook page for locations. There are many bars and restaurants that also support the charity, as does BIG FM who are also a drop o point. As the message on their Facebook page says, “Always Help Someone –You Might Be The Only One That Does”.

DISCOVER THREE MAGNIFICENT WAYS TO EXPLORE THE COAST OF DENIA!

The Aquabus takes you on a pleasant journey through the port of Denia, where you will discover its hidden corners and learn about all the local attractions of the port: Adults 5€, Children 2,50€.

The Sailing Boat Tour leaves with the soft breeze from the port of Denia and on a luxury catamaran, you’ll discover the beautiful coastline. An expert crew prepare the sails for a

comfortable and fun journey, o ering the possibility of sitting or lying on the net over the sea while admiring the Marine Reserve, crystal clear waters and steep cli s: Adults 16€, Over 65’s 13€, Children 10€.

The Mini Cruise from Denia to Jávea travels to the beaches of les Rotes, the Marine Reserve and Cape San Antonio until you reach the port of Jávea, where you can choose to hop o for

lunch in Jávea and jump back on board at another time. On this journey you will enjoy picturesque coastal navigation, crystal clear waters, impressive caves, cli s and capes. Bicycles and pets are allowed on board this tour: Adults 18€, Over 65´s 15€, Children 11€.

For a full timetable, more information and bookings please call 966 42 30 66 or visit www. mundomarrino.es

businesses.

It was not until the rst decade of the 21st century that the city council began to propose solutions to solve the problem, such as the closure of some businesses, and the pedestrianization of the street. At the end of 2013, the mayor of Alicante, Sonia Castedo,

Batch of canned tuna recalled by well-known supermarket

Spain is currently facing a food safety alert involving a canned food product distributed nationwide by the popular supermarket chain Carrefour. The Spanish Food Safety and Nutrition Agency (Aesan) has issued a warning about the presence of glass fragments in jars of white tuna in olive oil, marketed under the Carrefour Extra brand. The contaminated batch was identified through the company’s own selfmonitoring system and has since been recalled.

Aesan noted that the alert was initially raised by health authorities in the Madrid region, who then communicated it to the coordinated system for the rapid exchange of information (SCIRI). In line with regulatory requirements, Carrefour reported the incident to the food safety authority to prevent the distribution of unsafe food.

Carrefour has proactively

informed its customers about the issue both in stores and on its website.

The affected product is Bonito del Norte in olive oil, sold in a 280-gram glass container, with the barcode 3560071085858, and the lot number L-1827.

The Carrefour website stated, “As part of the selfmonitoring system, the breakage of a container has been detected during the packaging of this batch.” Customers who

have purchased this product are advised not to consume it and to return it to their nearest store for a refund. Carrefour assured that this warning pertains only to the specified batch and reference, and that other products are not affected.

Customers are urged to check their pantries and follow the company’s guidance to ensure their safety.

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Kirstie Allsopp has announced the passing of her father, Charles, who died at the age of 83. Sharing an emotional tribute on Friday, the Location, Location, Location star, 52, revealed that Charles, the 6th Baron Hindlip, passed away at home on June 5. Charles was a renowned auctioneer and member of the House of Lords, previously serving as the chairman of the iconic Christie’s auction house. During his tenure, he oversaw the sale of notable items, including a gown worn by Princess Diana and Vincent Van Gogh’s Sun owers painting.

Kerry Katona looked drastically di erent as she stepped out after revealing the results of her recent nose job which left her in tears.

The media personality, 43, underwent surgery earlier this month, in order to x the damage she caused during years of drug abuse only to be distraught when the operation made her no longer look like her biological father.

Despite the upset Kerry put on a brave face as she was spotted leaving a hair salon in Cheshire on Thursday while debuting a shorter blonde do.The former Atomic Kitten singer cut a casual gure in jeans and a white bomber jacket which she wore over a peach top.

After four hours in the hairdresser’s chair Kerry jumped into her £200K bright green Lamborghini Urus 4x4 which was parked nearby. Kerry previously revealed she was getting a rib removed to make her new nose and would be used to replace cartilage ‘to make it look a bit smaller’.She also clari ed she was in urgent need of the surgery as she had ‘three holes’ inside her nose due to her past cocaine abuse.

Following the procedure Kerry wrote in her New! magazine column: ‘I burst into tears when I got home and saw it, because it looked swollen and di erent.

‘I’m also a little sad because I have the same nose as my biological dad, so it makes me think I’ve lost that link.’ Kerry used a detective agency to track down her biological father Ron Armstrong but he passed away from throat cancer before they were due to meet.

Celine Dion has revealed that singing with sti person syndrome makes her feel like “somebody is strangling her”—months after expressing her determination to return to the stage. The 56-yearold singer was diagnosed with the rare autoimmune neurological disorder in 2022, leading to the cancellation of all future tour dates.

Recently, Dion spoke to the Today show about the agonizing symptoms

of her illness and how it a ects her ability to perform, which is what she loves most.

Dion detailed how the condition impacts her daily life: “If I point my feet, they will stay [stuck in that position], or if I cook—because I love to cook—my ngers, my hands, will get in a position. My feet—it’s [like] cramping, but it’s like [they get] in a position and you cannot unlock them.” She even revealed that the severity of her spasms has led to broken ribs.

In March, Dion shared her hopes of returning to the stage in an Instagram post for International Sti Person Syndrome Awareness Day. She wrote, “Trying to overcome this autoimmune disorder has been one of the hardest experiences of my life, but I remain determined to one day get back onto the stage and to live as normal of a life as possible. I am deeply grateful for the love and support from my kids, family, team, and all of you.”

Embracing Growth at Hotel Algorfa ............

In the heart of our community stands Hotel Algorfa, a familyrun establishment that has been a cornerstone of local hospitality. Managed by the Truscott family, this hotel is more than just a place to stay; it has become a beloved institution. Now, as Hotel Algorfa enjoys increasing popularity, we are pleased to announce that we are expanding our team to meet growing demand. Hotel Algorfa is known for its personal touch and warm atmosphere. The Truscotts have always tried to ensure that every guest feels at home, providing exceptional service and creating a welcoming environment. Our event nights, whether themed dinners, live music events, or community fundraisers, have become local highlights. The success of these events, along with a rise in hotel reservations, re ects the high regard in which Hotel Algorfa

is held. We even got an editorial in the Daily Mail newspaper in the UK this week promoting our upcoming appearance in the new series ‘HELP! I bought a hotel’ airing with Channel 4 soon! Find the article on https:// www.dailymail.co.uk.

To maintain our high standards, we are seeking additional sta . We are currently looking to hire a breakfast chef on a 30-hour contract, working from 8 AM to 2 PM on a rota basis. The breakfast chef will play a crucial role in delivering the rst meal of the day, setting a positive tone for our guests’ experiences. The ideal candidate will have a passion for cooking and

the ability to prepare a variety of dishes that cater to di erent tastes and dietary needs. This role is an opportunity to become part of our close-knit team and contribute to the hotel’s unique charm.

In addition, we are seeking front of house sta . These team members are the face of Hotel Algorfa, responsible for ensuring smooth and welcoming interactions from check-in to checkout. We seek individuals who are friendly, proactive, and attentive, with a knack for making guests feel valued and comfortable. High pro ciency in English is essential, and knowledge of Spanish is an advantage. Applicants must be legal to work in Spain and be exible in their availability.

Joining Hotel Algorfa means more than taking on a job; it means becoming part of a community that values hospitality and service.

The Truscott family has fostered a supportive and inclusive work environment where team members are encouraged to grow and develop their skills. We are committed to maintaining this culture as we expand.

This growth phase is a testament to our success and dedication to exceptional service. The expansion of our team re ects our commitment to delivering the best possible experience for our guests. We invite those who share our passion for hospitality to join us in this exciting

journey.

To our guests, thank you for your continued support and for making Hotel Algorfa your home away from home. To potential new team members, we look forward to welcoming you to the Truscott family and working together to create memorable experiences for all who visit our hotel. Please send your CV to accounts@hotelalgorfa.es or bring them into the hotel in person.

In these times of growth, Hotel Algorfa stands as a testament to what can be achieved with dedication and community support. We look forward to a bright future and the many opportunities ahead. For more information on upcoming events, nd us on page 2!

Health & Beauty

CAMPOVERDE OPEN GARDEN DAY BASKS IN THE SUNSHINE

cuttings that visitors could take home to beautify their own gardens.

feel I am the one she is directing her anger at; not her former husband.

It’s hard when we see someone we love being treated badly, and not make comment. You told your sister your true feelings about her husband, and it backfired. You are right; your sister is directing her anger at you. Give the situation some time and your sister may calm down and see things for what they are. You could write her a nice handwritten letter, saying you are sorry for the falling out, and that you will always be there for her if ever she needs you. Then you have left the door open at least. and whoever he shares it with.

After my sister dumped her vile, abusive husband, I was elated. I didn’t hold back when I told her he had never been good enough for her and that I had always disliked him. Then, I told her something that I had known about him for some time; that he had most likely cheated on her; my husband and I saw him out with another woman but we stayed quiet. To my absolute amazement, she turned on me. I honestly thought that telling her was the right things to do. She flew at me, and screamed that I should have told her years ago if I knew something like that. Now she is saying that she suffered unnecessarily and would have thrown him out sooner. Other family members did try to tell her he was no good; but she wouldn’t have it, and I reminded her of this. At the time I felt I could not tell her something like that, and her reaction now proved it. She won’t speak to me, she’s blocked any contact by phone or social media, and now I WRITE TO SARA IN CONFIDENCE. A PSEUDONYM WILL BE USED IF YOU WISH. SARA READS ALL LETTERS AND CAN GIVE A PERSONAL REPLY. EMAIL YOUR QUESTION TO SARA@ COSTABLANCAPEOPLE.COM OR SARA IS AVAILABLE FOR PRIVATE CONSULTATIONS, TELEPHONE 650 054 467.

HOW TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT SUNSCREEN TO PREVENT WRINKLES

So, does sunscreen reduce wrinkles? The answer is yes. However, whether your sunscreen minimizes signs of aging or not will greatly depend on the type of sunscreen you’re wearing since not all sunblocks* protect against UV-A rays, the UVs responsible for aging skin.

That said, it’s best to choose a broad-spectrum sunscreen that’s 30 SPF or higher that not only prevents sunburns but is also better for the overall longevity of your skin. Does SPF prevent wrinkles? Not exactly, but it’s an essential component of a good,

protective sunscreen.

Some sunscreens will also include a PA+ rating on their packaging. PA+ ratings work in a similar way as SPF but will measure how well the sunscreen shields against UVA rays. If you’re looking for the best sunscreen to use, ensure it has three plus signs or more for maximum protection against the sun.

In addition to choosing a broad-spectrum sunscreen, you’ll also have to look beyond the SPF rating and read the label of the product. This is because mineral and chemical sunscreens are not created equal, plus the latter could have ingredients that are harmful to your body. Here are a few key di erences:

The village of Campoverde celebrated the 10th anniversary of its annual Open Garden Day on May 28th. The sun shone and hundreds of people toured round six interesting local gardens ranging from the small to very large. It was a hugely enjoyable day with keen gardeners and those who just like to see nice gardens, converging from all over the Costa Blanca area.

The Open Garden Day is organised by James McAllister from Campoverde Church and James says it has two main purposes. “Firstly, we want to celebrate gardens and the craft of gardening. Secondly, Open Garden day helps us to raise funds for the Church’s work with young people in general, and our annual Summer Club in particular”.

In addition to enjoying the gardens, whilst bene tting the work of the Church, many of the gardens also offered a range of refreshments ranging from cream teas, to wine and tea and biscuits. As an added bonus one garden was selling lovely seedlings and

Commenting on the success of the day, James said: “When we closed the gardens at 4pm all the gardeners were exhausted after showing people round and answering questions. But we were pleased that God had provided us with wonderful weather and beautiful gardens to share with others; and we are sure everyone went away happy”.

Chemical sunscreens, which are the most common type of sunscreen, contain several ingredients that may harm your overall health since they are absorbed into the skin to prevent sun damage. This includes ingredients, such as oxybenzone, avobenzone, and octinoxate—just to name a few. While the use of these ingredients is approved by the Federal Drug Administration (FDA), the organization is evaluating the e ectiveness and safety of 12 ingredients found in chemical sunscreens.

Mineral sunscreens, or physical sunscreens, contain only two main ingredients— zinc oxide and titanium dioxide—that have been deemed safe and e ective by the FDA. This type of sunscreen works by acting as a mirror that re ects UV rays instead of absorbing them.

To recap, when choosing a sunscreen that can help minimize and prevent wrinkles you should look for broad- spectrum, an SPF of 30 higher, a PA+++ rating, and non-toxic ingredients. The sunscreen you use should also be water- resistant if you’re planning on swimming, sweating, or participating in activities where you may get wet.

How long is cooked rice good for?

Cooked rice typically lasts three to four days when stored at home and four to six days if purchased pre-cooked. Reheating rice and leaving it out can further a ect its shelf life. Here’s more on safely storing rice, why leftover rice can cause illness, and tips to avoid getting sick.

Does Cooked Rice Go Bad?

Yes, cooked rice can spoil, with a freshness window of up to six days. Like many foods, rice can become unsafe if not properly prepared or stored.

How to Tell if Rice is Spoiled

Spoiled rice exhibits speci c changes in appearance, odor, and taste, such as:

Color changes from its freshly prepared state Texture changes, becoming mushy or slimy

Undesirable taste

Unpleasant odor

Why Rice Can Make You Sick

Rice can harbor bacteria, particularly Bacillus cereus, which thrives if rice is not stored and reheated correctly. B. cereus, found in soil, produces toxins causing gastrointestinal illness. Cooked rice, if left unrefrigerated, can allow this bacteria to multiply, and its toxins are heat-resistant.

Rice and Food Poisoning

Eating spoiled rice can lead to food poisoning, an illness caused by consuming contaminated food or water. Symptoms include vomiting, diarrhea, fever, and stomach cramps, typically resolving within a week. Annually, food poisoning a ects about 48 million people in the U.S.,

causing around 3,000 deaths. Those at higher risk include individuals who are immunocompromised, pregnant, or under ve years old, as their bodies may struggle to ght these harmful organisms. In severe cases, food poisoning can be fatal.

The main consequences of high temperatures

High temperatures can lead to various disorders, including feelings of weakness, confusion, vertigo, headaches, fatigue, nausea, anxiety, and sweating. These symptoms can worsen if appropriate measures are not taken, warns Dr. Asunción Gonzálvez, head of the Internal Medicine Service at Quirónsalud Torrevieja Hospital.

Dr. Gonzálvez advises against engaging in outdoor sports during the hottest parts of the day, especially if you experience intermittent muscle cramps in your extremities post-exercise. These cramps are often linked to accelerated breathing during

exercise and the loss of salts through sweat. They can also be early signs of heat stroke, according to the specialist.

Older adults and children are particularly vulnerable to high temperatures. Older adults, especially those with hypertension and on blood pressure medication, are at higher risk. “Some antihypertensive drugs have a diuretic component, which, combined with high temperatures, can lead to greater uid loss,” explains Dr. Gonzálvez. Therefore, it is crucial for older individuals to stay adequately hydrated by drinking at least 1.5 liters of water daily, even if they do not feel thirsty.

Train tickets for children under 14 for just 5 euros

Families with children under the age of 14 will nd it very a ordable for their little ones to travel by train around Spain this summer, with tickets priced as low as ve euros. This is due to a campaign that Renfe launched this week, which will remain active until June 13. During this period, it will be possible to buy tickets on high-speed (AVE and Avlo) and long-distance trains for ve euros to any destination, for travel between June 28 and September 8.

This initiative standardizes the price of children’s tickets on AVE, Alvia, Euromed, Intercity, and AVE International services to match the ve-euro Basic fare of Avlo trains for any journey, according to a Renfe statement. Tickets for children under the age of 14 are priced at ve euros with the Basic fare on Avlo services, with a maximum of two children under 14 per adult traveler aged 18 or over. The general commercial conditions for the other services are

ve euros for Basic and 12 euros for ‘Elige’ fares for children aged 0 to 13 who occupy a seat on AVE, Alvia, Euromed, and Intercity trains, and for children aged 0 to 11 on domestic French routes on AVE International.

Children under 14 must travel accompanied by an adult (14 years or older). On French domestic routes, children must be accompanied up to the age of 11. Child tickets must be added to an adult ticket by requesting it through ‘Renfe Contigo’ at 91 232 03 20. Standalone child tickets are not issued.

Promotional tickets can be purchased from Thursday, June 6, until June 13 through all Renfe sales channels: on the website renfe.com and the Renfe App. They will also be available at ticket counters and ticket machines at stations, in physical or virtual travel agencies, and by calling 91 232 03 20, with potential handling fees.

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t o people ha e died in traffic accidents during the month of May

During the month of May, 83 fatal accidents were recorded on the roads in which 92 people died, 9 more than in the same month of 2023, in a context in which mobility has increased by 6.3% compared to the same month. month of the previous year, registering just over 39 million long-haul movements.

The distribution of deaths depending on the type of road remains stable, with 76% of deaths recorded on conventional roads compared to 24% on highcapacity roads.

If the means of travel is taken into account, the groups that increase their accident rate are those that traveled by car and by van. It should be noted that of the 7 pedestrian deaths, 5 were on highways and highways.

During this month, collisions have increased with 11 more deaths than in the same month of 2023, and road departures have been reduced with 11 fewer fatalities.

Regarding the use of safety systems, 8 of the deceased were not using the corresponding safety system at the time of the accident, 7 of them were traveling in a car and van and 1 motorcycle user was not using a helmet.

By age group, those whose accident rate increases the most are those aged 65 and over.

By autonomous community, Andalusia is the one that increases its accident rate the most and Extremadura, Navarra and Ceuta and Melilla have not recorded any fatalities during the month of May.

Based on the type of road, 8 of the fatalities were in accidents that occurred on highcapacity roads and another 8 on conventional roads.

Half of the deceased were vulnerable users, 6 motorcycle users and 2 cyclists. The conventional roads claimed the lives of 4 of the 6 motorists and

the 2 cyclists.

Among the fatal accidents there were 5 collisions and 5 road departures.

The accidents took place in La Vall de Gallinera (Alicante); Enix (Almería); Ávila, (Ávila); Torrejoncillo del Rey (Cuenca); Posada de Valdeón (León); Madrid and Pozuelo del Rey (Madrid); Toén (Orense); Oviedo (Asturias); Vigo (Pontevedra); San Juan de la Rambla (Santa Cruz de Tenerife); El Pla de Santa María (Tarragona) and Alberite de San Juan (Zaragoza).

So far this year, 445 people have died on the roads, 26 more than in the same period last year.

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Sheerin’s Golf Society Vincent Real Estate Plaque at El Plantio

A fantastic day for yet another major competition in 2024, many thanks go to our sponsor for the last ve years, Vincent Real Estate. The format was singles full handicap Stableford, there were two groups with prizes for winners, runners up and third and fourth places in group A and winner and runner up in group B, with the best overall points scored over both groups being the winner.

On arrival at the course we received a friendly greeting from the Daniel and his sta , the course was in great condition apart from the maintenance work on the fairways to holes 15 and 16. The weather was fantastic at 28 degrees with no wind, perfect for golf.

Winner of the Vincent Real Estate Plaque was from group A “Fruit Farmer” Tom Goulden with a handicap cutting score of 45 points, runner up on a three-way count back was “Tom Tom” Brian Court with 35 points, third place went to “Mr Celtic” Brian Gordon with 35 points and fourth place was “Twelve Trees” Steve Ayre also with 35 points. Winner of group B was last year’s overall winner “Sat Nav” Steve Day with 40 points and runner up was Tony Alcock with 39 points. The

nearest the pin’s winners were group A hole 8 Steve Gain, hole 12 “Tom Tom” Brian Court and hole 17 to round of a great day “Fruit Farmer” Tom Goulden, group B hole 3 Tony Alcock, hole 6 guest Jordan Green and hole 18 no winner. Best front nine went to “Flying Scotsman “Andy Ramage with 18 points and best back nine went to Mike Sharlot with 20 points. The two’s pot was not won so the €15 will be carried over to the next game.

The presentation was held back at Sheerin’s, thank you to Vincent Real Estate Managing Director, Mark Vincent for providing and presenting all the prizes and thank you to Donnie, Pat and sta at Sheerin’s for the great food and hospitality.

The football card winner was Peter Kelly with Chelsea winning €40 and raising €40 for our charities 2024.

Photo shows Mark Vincent presenting the plaque to winner Tom Goulden. www.sheerinsgolfsociety.com sheerinsgolfsociety@gmail. com

ORIHUELA WILL BE IN THE PARIS OLYMPICS

The Vega Baja region already had a secure place in the Paris Olympic Games with the presence of marenca guard Polina Berezina, but our footprint will be double. And once again the result of talent in women’s sports.

Paula Soria from Oriola has obtained a ticket for this summer’s Olympic Games with her partner Liliana Fernández. A true beach volleyball legend who will live her fourth experience in the Olympic village, the rst with the player from Orihuela.

Mike Tyson and Jake Paul agree a new date

Since last week’s medical emergency during a ight, Mike Tyson has been in discussions with his closest family about whether ghting Jake Paul is a good idea. Despite these concerns, he has decided to proceed with the ght but postpone the date. Net ix has announced that the ght will not be canceled, only rescheduled. Originally set for July 20 this year, the ght will now take place on November 15 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. Net ix remains the main organizer and will stream the event live globally.

The co-main event featuring Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano is also con rmed to go ahead as planned. Tyson’s medical emergency a ected his training schedule, necessitating the postponement. Despite this update, there are many who strongly oppose the idea of Tyson, now 57, ghting the 27-year-old Paul. Several experts have voiced concerns about the risks involved for Tyson. However, Tyson is contractually committed to the ght, making it di cult for him to withdraw without incurring signi cant penalties.

Abbey Anglers

On Tuesday the 28th if May we fished the 3rd round of the Summer series at the El Bosquet complex near to Crevillent. For various reasons only 12 anglers turned out on what was a glorious sunny day. Upon arrival at 7.30 we found that 4 fishermen were already fishing on pegs 8 to 16 even though we had booked them with the owners. On this occassion we did not ask the anglers to leave abnd decide to fish other stretches. This will not be the case next week when we will be fishing pegs A1 to 16 for a pairs match.

Sections in Pegs 26 to 40 and pegs 17 to 25 were selected to be fished with one section of 4 on the newly extended pegs 17 to 25.

Winner on the day from

peg 27 was Nick Bastock. Nick fished the pole across with a maggots or pellet and weighed a credible 26.30kg.

In second place was John Waples who was unusually silent at the draw after selecting the fantastic peg 26. John used similar tactics but just fell short of Nick with 17.90kg.

In third place from the other end of the section on peg 36 was Lenny Bolton. Lenny again fished the pole and feeder and weighed 14.96kg.

Pegs 17 to 25 did not fish particularly well but the boy, Neil Mcbernie won that section on the pole with maggots. From peg 21 he caught several carp for 8.48kg.

Rods N Reels

The following day we made

the short journey into Murcia to fish the Rio Segura in the town centre. This river can be very moody and this was in fact the case. Everyone caught but it was a struggle.

Winner on the day on the first peg past the first bridge was Bill Cannon. Bill fished the feeder and completed a runaway victory with 15.04kg ofInCarp.second place was Terry Stroud, who used similar tactics from peg 2 after the first set of reeds for 7.74kg.

In third place was Graham Patterson who also used the feeder on the far end peg and weighed 6.58kg. In the summer series thing are hotting up with John Waples leading the way.