Charity fashion

Attendees were also provided with a showing of a very special flamenco collection by special guest models Jon and Martin!

As well as the clothes and a raffle, a name the teddy was held with all proceeds being donated to the charity.

The entire evening was hosted by TKO presenter, Chris Dyson, and the total raised was an amazing

€800. Samaritans in Spain provides a confidential listening service to all English speakers, of any age in mainland Spain and the Islands. They are available in Spain on FREEPHONE 900 525 100.

Further information about the prganisation and how to support them can be found by visiting www.samaritansinspain. com.

Wheel deals

PITCHES are available for €6 at a car boot sale taking place in Villa Martin each Saturday from 8am until 12:30pm. Guests are also invited to seek a bargain each week at Urbanizacion Pueblo Principe. For information, call: 646 896 280.

Living stitches

HELP Vega Baja has launched ‘memory bears’, cherished keepsakes crafted from sentimental fabrics to the buyers. Volunteer Jill stitches with love, supporting the worthy cause. Contact President Michele at 966 723 733 or president@help vegabaja.com to order a bear or for information.

Orihuela tours

RESIDENTS and visitors alike are invited to discover more of their local area in Orihuela with free guided tours being offered throughout May by the council. Upcoming tours are scheduled for Saturday, May 20, Saturday, May 27 and Sunday, May 28.

Rare condition

JOINING the global movement, Elche City Council commemorated International Ehlers­Danlos Syndrome Day on Monday, May 15. The council aimed to raise awareness for the rare genetic condition.

Museum night

CARTAGENA is hosting the 15th edition of its annual Night at the Museum event on Saturday, May 20! Guests are invited to explore the museum’s captivating collections at the mesmerising event. Admission free until 2am on the night.

Safety concern

AUTHORITIES are urging motorists and pedestrians to take more care in Torrevieja after two women were knocked over in under 48 hours over the weekend. Both women were rushed to hospital where they were treated for their injuries.

Betty Henderson

ORIHUELA celebrated World Fairtrade Day on Friday, May 12 with a bumper fun day including a manifesto reading and various activities.

The event, organised by the local Fairtrade group, aimed to raise awareness about the abusive working conditions, child exploitation, and deforestation involved in the manufacture of everyday products like coffee, cocoa, sugar, tea, and clothing, and how the community can avoid being complicit in this injustice.

The mayor of Orihuela, Carolina Gracia, and the councillor for Business and Commerce, María García, attended the manifesto reading at the Fairtrade shop on Ori ­