Bobby on the beat Main attraction

A MEDIEVAL ­ STYLE castle with its battlements and tower found itself the main attraction of the Faldar area bonfire festivities over the weekend.

Every year, the Neighbourhood Association surpasses itself which they have demonstrated in the past with the making of monuments such as the Eiffel Tower, the Clock Tower, El Pauet and a space rocket.

This year, the Association lived up to expectations and did not disappoint after building an impressive medieval castle.

“Probably the most complex and laborious bonfire to build,” the president of the Inma Perez Association confirmed but stressed that the effort has been worth it, despite the difficulties they have gone through in its construction after thieves paid them a visit in March and stole all the tools.

Fortunately, thanks to the generosity of the partners, the Pinoso City Council, merchants and collaborating companies, they were able to replace the necessary tools to make the fiestas a reality.

ALICANTE has now sworn in 104 new Local Police officers to its staff in a bid to reinforce security during the festivals and summer at the height of the high season.

The mayor of Alicante, Luis Barcala, welcomed the new Local Police officers and asked them to “serve with honour and wear the badge with pride.”

The increase of the 104 Local Police officers means seven will be in free shift consolidation and 97 in free shift opposition.

The mayor added: “These police are taking on the burden of the responsibility of ensuring the peace of mind and the security of all citizens.”

“Alicante needs you and I would like to wish you good service, a long and profitable career and above all that you always feel proud of the uniform you wear because we Alicante residents feel proud when we see you.”