NIBS EXTRA

Hidden riches

THE HELP association in Vega Baja have thanked all participants who entered their car treasure hunt, giving a special shout out to the winners Team Rebellion. Participants dressed up as pirates and hunted for treasure, raising €210 for the charity.

Sold out

PLACES in Elche Half Marathon have sold out for the first time in its history. The impressive record means more than 3,200 runners will line up on the start line for the event’s 50th edition on Sunday, March 12.

Groovy giving

LOCAL charity, San Fulgencio Men’s Shed which supports retired people in the community, took to Facebook to thank Hillside Bar & Snooker for their collaboration in organising a fabulous 80s disco night and their donation of €200 for the group’s work.

Touch N’ Tapas

TORREVIEJA SHARKS rugby club are gearing up for their biggest event of the year, Touch N’ Tapas which begins on Friday, March 17. Senior and Masters rugby teams from across the globe will compete against and socialise with fellow rugby lovers.

Easter raffle

TICKETS are now on sale for the K9 Animal Rescue Shelter’s Easter Raffle which offers a variety of amazing prizes. Tickets can be purchased from the shelter’s charity shop in La Marina from Monday to Saturday, which is also holding a sale.

Robbers caught

TEN Russian and Ukrainian individuals have been arrested in Torrevieja and Murcia on suspicion of committing brazen robberies of cash and valuable goods on Ukrainian refugees who had recently arrived in the country. The stolen property totalled €1.25 million.

Betty Henderson

ORIHUELA Council has launched a campaign aimed at raising awareness about animal rights in the city and beyond. The city’s town hall is holding the sixth edition of the ‘Animal Abuse and Abandonment’ conference from Saturday, March 11, until Sunday, March 12.

The conference aims to raise awareness about animal welfare and educate the public about the latest laws related to animal protection. The two­day event promises to be an engaging and interactive experience for animal enthusiasts

THE cycling incentive scheme that is in operation in Elche has proven to be a success. BiciElx reached 2,168 users in 2022, which is a steady 29 per cent more than in 2021.

The councillor for Sustainability, Esther Diez, confirmed that the number of BiciElx stations will be expanded.

As for the profile of users, Diez pointed out that 37 per cent are students, a higher percentage than the Spanish average of 11.69 per cent, and advocates alike.

The first day of the conference will feature talks from legal experts who will dis­