Tee-rific triumph

Betty Henderson

THE Andalucian Nomads Golf Society Spain orchestrated a remarkable event on Tuesday, May 9 at Mijas Golf, uniting 70 participants in a golf tournament dedicated to honouring the memory of Craig Thomson.

This incredible initiative has resulted in a generous donation of €2,090, split equally between Age Concern Fuengirola, Mijas and Benalmadena and Adimi.

Roger Wedge, the event organiser, expressed his gratitude during the donation ceremony at Bar Marie, stating,

“We chose May 9 because it would have been Craig’s birthday on the 10th. Around 70 players joined us, and together, we raised over €2,000. It’s truly fantastic.”

Craig Thomson’s family expressed their pride in commemorating the late owner of Bar Marie through this charitable event.

Marie Ewen, his wife, extended her gratitude, saying, “I simply want to thank everyone who participated in Craig’s memorial day. It has only been six months since his passing, but the attendance of friends, family, and golfers was incredible. I am grateful to The Nomads for making this day possible.”

The Nomads were back on the green on Tuesday, May 23, with a fantastic turnout despite the rainy conditions.

Javier Hidalgo, councillor for Cleaning, said that over 200 posters are currently being installed and distributed in areas where frequent violations of this nature occur.

These posters serve as reminders for dog owners to fulfil their obligations to scoop their poop or risk penalties ranging from €301 to €1,500.

“Regardless of how dili­ gently our services clean and sweep the streets every day, without the collective effort, these efforts will not endure,” said Hidalgo.

BENALMADENA athlete Rubén Heemskerk Herrero has added another impressive achievement to his ultratrail career. As a member of the Andalucian men’s ultratrail team, he helped secure the second place position in the team category at the Spanish Ultra Trail Championship held in Pauls, Tarragona on Friday, May 19.

The posters feature an ex­ plicit design, incorporating a contemporary image ­ an icon synonymous with a popular WhatsApp emoji. Hidalgo also stressed the importance of pet owners carrying a bottle of water mixed with vinegar to clean and sterilise unscoopable faeces.

He sees the effort to keep the streets clean and bacteria­free as a collective effort in which the council, the residents and visitors to Fuengirola should be all engaged.

“Our aim is to maintain our position as one of the cleanest towns nationwide, and this is an objective that all of us must strive to achieve,” concluded Hidalgo.

Benalmadena’s trailblazer

The Andalucian women’s team also emerged as champions in their category, while the men’s team secured second place, with outstanding teamwork on display from both squads. With challenging terrain and scorching temperatures, the strategy involved taking calculated risks to advance in the rankings.

“The race covered a distance of 75 kilometres, with over 10,000 metres of climbing in total, passing through the Los Puertos national park,” said Rubén.

Tabletop sale

MIJAS’ monthly charity table top sale takes place in La Cala de Mijas, in the square opposite the town hall, every final Wednesday and Sunday of the month. From 11am to 2pm, local charity shops showcase their stock for great causes.

Celiac posters

FUENGIROLA Council has launched a campaign to raise awareness after World Celiac Day which took place last week. The town’s buses and several buildings are displaying informative posters about Fuengirola’s glutenfree network which offers safe dietary options in local restaurants.

Planting talent

THE final session in a gardening workshop series offered by Soroptimist International Costa del Sol is set to take place on Saturday, June 10. In the classes, participants learn skills for optimal plant growing in Mijas. Email: soroptimist.fsd@gmail.com.

Driving around

AGE CARE Organisation is seeking volunteer drivers to help older people in the Mijas, Fuengirola and Benalmadena area with essential journeys. Volunteers can give their time whenever they want and can be reimbursed at a rate of 50 cents per one kilometre.

Wheel deal

AUTHORITIES in Marbella opened a brand new parking facility on Calle Doha on Monday, May 22. The underground car park has space for 160 vehicles and as an introductory offer, motorists can park for free until Saturday, July 15.

Summer safety

FIREFIGHTERS in Benalmadena have been preparing for summer fire prevention, stripping back dense vegetation in high­risk areas like Calle de Armonía, Mayo, and Camino del Amocafre.

THE Norwegian community in Benalmadena celebrated their heritage on Norway Day with a community event on Wednesday, May 17.

The mayor, Víctor Navas, jumped right into the excitement alongside the Norwegian community who celebrated their National Day, a momentous event marking the signing of their Constitution back in 1814. The festivities kicked off with a delightful mass at the Church of the Immaculate Conception, followed by a lively parade that weaved its way through Arroyo de la Miel. The Benalmadena Municipal Band serenaded the crowd, adding to the atmosphere.

“Norwegian National Day has become a popular tradition here in Benalmadena,” said the mayor. “Our town is not only home to prominent