Mural restored

Jo Pugh

A MURAL by the artist Gastón Castelló, which has been restored by Benidorm Council, will be installed on one of the facades of the Boca del Calvari museum. It will be installed over the main entrance.

The councillor for Historical and Cultural Heritage, Ana Pellicer explained that “in a few weeks this piece of important heritage value will be exhibited a few metres from its original location at the municipal market.” Gaston Castello’s mosaic was displayed in the market until 2003, when it was removed to coincide with renovations.

“Twenty years later and after a careful restoration process this mural with a marine theme, and which talks about our past and links with the sea, will once again be on view to the public,” said Pellicer. The entire installation process will be supervised by Rafael Ramos, the professional who carried out the restoration of the mosaic and who was in charge of removing it from the market. “This mural is the second by Gastón Castelló that the council has restored and exhibited,” said Pellicer. The other mural ‘The arts’, is located in the entrance hall of the municipal library.

The restoration cost €15,000.

Beach house bulldozed

DEMOLITION work began last week on an abandoned and dilapidated house on Paradis beach, Villajoyosa. The single storey building presented ‘precarious conditions of stability and habitability’ stated the town hall.

The council approved the demolition of the isolated building, given the danger according to its state of ruin.

The demolition order came following a report presented by the department of urbanism, which certified its state of imminent ruin due to a lack of maintenance of the building. The condition was also aggravated by its proximity to the sea, which caused the foundations to become unstable and provoked fears of its collapse.

The house, located on public land, was built in 1957 with an area of 57 square metres.

Night rescue

A CLIMBER had to be rescued from Peñón de Ifach on Wednesday, after suffering chest pains and heatstroke. He called the emergency services just before midnight, who came to his aid. He was taken to a waiting ambulance by mountain rescue teams at 1.45am.

Bull drowns

A MIAMI news company has highlighted the ‘cruel’ activity of ‘Bous a la Mar’ following the drowning of a bull at Denia fiestas last week. The online newspaper published a lengthy article, stating it was a ‘cruel activity’.

Provoked attack

A JAVEA man is facing up to five years in prison for a brutal attack over a money dispute. The victim had asked his friend to repay a debt, to which the assailant responded by violently beating him. The victim lost two teeth and broke his nose.

Kennel service

THE dog pound in Calpe is now offering residential stays for dogs whilst their owners are on holiday. The daily fee is €10 for dogs under 10 kgs in weight, and €14 for over that figure. All dogs must be vaccinated and hold a pet passport.

Drinking water

JAVEA Town Hall, together with the water company, Amjasa, has installed two drinking fountains at each end of the Arenal in order to offer a refreshing drink. One of them even has a lowered tray for thirsty pets.

ITV mayhem

CAR owners are being advised to book their ITV test well in advance at the facilities in Ondara and Calpe due to the lack of appointment availability. Appointments at the Ondara centre are unavailable until September. Drivers are being forced to turn up and join a queue.