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Spain, the defending champion, has managed to hang on to the throne. For the second time in a row, its tourism sector ranked as the most competitive in the world, according to the World Economic Forum, an international organization bringing together political and business leaders that is famous for its meetings at Davos, Switzerland.

The group’s Travel & Tourism Competitiveness Report 2017: Paving the Way for a More Sustainable & Inclusive Future, which covers 136 economies, grants Spain a top score of 5.4 on 7 on

its Competitiveness Index, bettering France and Germany, which ranked second and third respectively.

Also in the Top Ten category are Japan, United Kingdom, United States, Australia, Italy, Canada and Switzerland.

“Spain’s success can be attributed to its unique offer of both cultural and natural resources, combined with sound tourism service infrastructure, air transport connectivity and strong policy support,” says the report. Spain has also “benefited from the recent ease of its fiscal policy, and by the redirected tourism

from Middle East and parts of Western Europe, affected by security concerns.”

Spain has been climbing the tourism competitiveness ladder quickly: in 2011 it ranked 8th; by 2013 it was in 4th place, and in 2015 it took the world title.

The report also notes that Spain’s air infrastructure is among the world’s top nine, but that “while Spain’s ground transportation is ranked in the top 15 economies, it has started to show signs of initial decline, suggesting that upgrades and modernizations are expected.”

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Joseph Garcia, Gibraltar’s deputy chief minister, said on Wednesday that Spain had deliberately posted inexperienced police officers at the territory’s border to cause traffic jams, the AFP reported.

Garcia said the move was “clearly a response” to the diplomatic spat between the U.K. and Spain over the fate of the British territory in southern Spain.

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Easter is the Christian holiday that celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ and his the promise of eternal life. Easter is also known as Pasch or Pascha.

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absolutely unacceptable.”

Earlier, the Gibraltar government had posted pictures of the traffic jam on Twitter, warning travelers it had come to “a standstill.”

Spain and Britain have engaged in a war of words over the inclusion of a clause in the European Council’s draft Brexit guidelines, released last week, which obliges the two countries to come to a separate agreement about the status of Gibraltar — a small territory of 30,000 people on Spain’s southern coast — once Britain has left the bloc.

Easter Facts the pagan holiday honoring Eostre the pagan goddess of Spring which symbolized rebirth. Others believe the word Easter comes from the German word eostarun meaning dawn and white.

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Europe’s fastest and highest rollercoaster has just opened in Spain, as part of a new Ferrari Land attraction. Ferrari Land is the latest addition to PortAventura World, its third park, located on Spain’s Costa Dorada. The ride accelerates from 0 to 112mph in 5 seconds and is over 367 feet tall, meaning it outstrips the UK’s tallest rollercoaster Blackpool’s The Big One by more than one hundred feet. The new park will feature 11 attractions including an immersive Ferrari Experience, as well as the continentbeating rollercoaster Red Force. The world’s tallest rollercoaster stands at 456 ft and can be found at Six Flags Great Adventure park in New Jersey, US. An even taller ride, to be called Skyplex 360.

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A Russian computer programmer, Pyotr Levashov, has been arrested in the Spanish city of Barcelona, a spokesman for the Russian embassy in Madrid said on Sunday.

Russian television station RT reported that Levashov was suspected of being involved in hacking attacks linked to alleged interference in last year’s U.S. election.

He was arrested under a U.S. international arrest warrant, RT reported on its website, citing Spanish police.

The embassy spokesman declined to give details on the reasons for Levashov’s arrest.

The Spanish police and interior ministry were not available for comment.

Spanish authorities notified the embassy of Levashov’s arrest on Friday, the spokesman said.

The U.S. government has formally accused Russia of hacking Democratic Party emails to help the campaign of Republican President Donald Trump. The U.S. Congress is also examining links between Russia and Trump during the election campaign.In January, Spanish police arrested another Russian computer programmer, whose name was given as “Lisov” and who was wanted by the United States under an international arrest warrant.

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Norwegian Airlines’s expansion plans in Spain are now focusing on Madrid’s Barajas airport, where the low-cost airline wants to offer flights to Latin America.

“Spain is a great market, everyone wants to come here,” said company founder and CEO Bjørn Kjos in Oslo. The IAG group, which includes British Airways, Iberia, Vueling and Aer Lingus, announced a month ago that it was

creating a new brand, Level, to cover flights to the Americas from Barcelona’s El Prat airport, beginning in June. Before that, in September of last year, Norwegian had revealed that it would fly to Los Angeles and San Francisco from the Catalan capital.

Level went beyond that, and started selling tickets to Buenos Aires and to the popular holiday destination of Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic as well.

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Stockholm attack suspect was refused residency

The suspect behind the Stockholm truck attack had been facing deportation and had extremist sympathies, Swedish police say.

The 39-year-old Uzbek man is suspected of having driven a truck into a department store in the city on Friday.

His application for residency was rejected in June last year and he was being sought by immigration officials, police said.

Meanwhile, a second suspect has been placed under formal arrest.

Police said they were investigating the second suspect for a “terrorist crime [by committing] murder”.

However, Reuters news agency said the person was arrested on “a lower degree of suspicion” than the first suspect.

Police have interviewed more than 500 people over the incident, Sweden’s TT news agency reports.

On Sunday, people gathered in central

Stockholm for a “Lovefest” vigil against terrorism, and laid flowers outside the Ahlens shop in tribute.

More than 20,000 people attended the vigil, AFP reported, citing city officials.

City mayor Karin Wanngard told the crowds: “Terror cannot win... instead we shall think of the kindness and openness that characterises our city.”

The first suspect had applied for permanent residency in 2014, but this was rejected, and in December 2016 he was given four weeks to leave the country, police chief Jonas Hysing told a press conference.

The suspect then disappeared, and police began searching for him, Mr Hysing added.

Four people are confirmed to have died

He had been seen only as a “marginal character”, National Police Commissioner Dan Eliasson said.

Police say the man was known to have expressed sympathy for groups including so-called Islamic State.

Witnesses: Truck was ‘trying to hit people’ Is terror threat to Europe greater today?

Sweden has taken in nearly 200,000 refugees and migrants in recent years more per capita than any other European country.

However, there was a drop in numbers last year after the country introduced new border checks.

Separately, Sweden is believed to have the highest number of Islamic State group fighters per capita in Europe.

About 140 of the 300 who went to Syria and Iraq have since returned, leaving the authorities to grapple with how best to reintegrate them into society.

in the attack. Police have not released their identities, but said they were: Two Swedish nationals - one reported to be an 11-year-old girl A Briton - named by his family as 41-year-old Chris Bevington A Belgian woman, said to be a 31-year-old from the city of Halle Another 15 people were injured.

The truck, hijacked from a beer company, was driven into Ahlens department store in the capital on Friday afternoon.

No terrorist group has claimed to be behind the attack.

The first suspect, who has not been named, was known to the security services and was arrested later on Friday.

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PROGRAMME OF RELIGIOUS ACTS FOR SEMANA SANTA IN MOJÁCAR

The religious events that mark the beginning of Semana Santa (Holy Week) in Mojácar are already taking place this week, with the traditional Novenas that will be officiated until the 7 of April, at nine in the evening in the Town’s Santa Maria Parish Church.

The official Easter activities organised

by Mojácar Council for this year’s

Semana Santa start with a concert of Sacred Music performed by the Town’s Municipal Band, on Saturday April 8 at 9 pm, in Mojácar’s Santa María Parish Church.

On Palm Sunday, the Procession of the Donkey will depart from La Fuente at 11:00 a.m. and proceed to the Parish Church accompanied by the Municipal

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MOJÁCAR STARTS OFF SEMANA SANTA WITH A CONCERT OF SACRED MUSIC

The Easter activities programmed by Mojácar Council for this year’s Semana Santa (Holy Week) start with a concert of Sacred Music performed by the Town’s Municipal Band.

On Saturday April 8 at 9 pm, the Municipal Band will play a wide selection of the best religious music compositions in Mojácar’s Santa María Parish Church.

The concert will feature some of the most well-known classical themes of Semana Santa including works by Eloy García López, Martín Salas, Miguel Sánchez Ruzafa, Víctor Manuel Ferrer and José Vélez, with titles such as “Alma de Trinidad”, “Costalero”, “Palio Blanco”, “Mi Amargura”, “La Última Noche” and “Mesopotamia”.

Under the baton of Band Director, Miguel Ángel Miranda, the seventy performers will include many new young musicians who will play for the first time in public and become fully integrated

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Solos will be performed by Luisa Castaño on flute, Ana Montoya García on clarinet and Marlene Diene on alto saxophone with percussion by Francisco González, Andrés Contreras and David Martinez. The standard bearers will be Aarón García, Daniel Flores and Manuel Torres.

Although the Mojácar Town Band is composed of very young musicians with an average age 15, they still manage to be among the best in the province of Almeria.

With the unconditional support of Mojácar Town Council since its foundation in 2002, this young group of musicians collaborates in all the local events. They also visit various Spanish cities to participate in concerts, contests and musical gatherings, always obtaining a high rating from the public and jurors as well as members of other Municipal Bands.

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This gospel passage of Jesus’s entry into Jerusalem is depicted in Mojácar as a living procession, with Jesus accompanied by his apostles, children and the townspeople with their palm and olive branches.

On Tuesday, April 11, at 10:00 pm, the Stations of the Cross will leave the Parish Church and be taken through the streets of Mojácar Pueblo, carried solely on the shoulders of women bearers.

The processions of The Nazarene and The Virgin of Sorrows will leave the Parish Church at 22.30 on Holy Thursday, passing along the streets of the town, accompanied by the Municipal Band.

The beautiful ornate floats or thrones (tronos) with their sculpted images (pasos) have had to be adapted to suit the special characteristics of the locality and the narrow, winding streets which make its passage especially spectacular.

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bearers is essential as they have only a few centimetres to spare between the tronos and the houses. Through the Town Wall Gate the bearers are required to be almost to their knees to allow the pasos to go through the gap.

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Mojácar Holy Week’s religious events come to an end on Sunday at noon, after celebrating the Mass, with the procession of the Risen Christ making the last tour through the town.

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An adult should actively watch children at all times while they are in a pool. For infants and toddlers, an adult should be in the water and within arm’s reach, providing “touch supervision.”

For older children, an adult should be paying constant attention and free from distractions, like talking on the phone, socializing, tending household chores, or drinking alcohol. The supervising adult must know how to swim.

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Empty blow-up pools after each use.

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Pool Fences Children can climb out a window, through a doggy door, or sneak out a door to get to the back yard and the pool. To prevent small children from entering the pool area on their own, there should be a fence that completely surrounds the pool or spa.

Combined with the watchful eyes of an adult, a fence is the best way to protect your child and other children who may visit or live nearby.

Pool fences should also: Be climb-resistant and should not have anything alongside it (such as lawn furniture) that can be used to climb it.

Be at least 4 feet high and have no footholds or handholds that could help a child climb it.

Have no more than 4 inches between vertical slats. Chain-link fences are very easy to climb and are not recommended as pool fences. If they must be used, the diamond shape should not be bigger than 1¾ inches.

Have a gate that is well maintained and is self-closing and selflatching. It should only open away from the pool. The latches should be higher than a child can reach – 54 inches from the bottom of the gate.

For above-ground pools always keep children away from steps or ladders. When the pool is not in use, lock or remove the ladders to prevent access by children.

UK defence minister - Russia responsible by proxy for Syria chemical deaths Britain said on Sunday Russia bore responsibility by proxy for civilian deaths in Syria last week caused by a poison gas attack that Washington says was carried out by the Moscowbacked government of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad.

At least 70 people died in what the United States says was a chemical weapons attack in rebelheld Syria. The attack prompted the United States to fire 59 cruise missiles into a Syrian air base from which it said the attack was launched.

Damascus and Moscow denied Syrian forces were behind the gas attack but Western countries dismissed their explanation that chemicals leaked from a rebel weapons depot after an air strike.

Russia has warned that the U.S. missile strikes could have serious consequences for the region. The missile strikes catapulted Washington into confrontation with Russia, which has advisers on the ground aiding its

close ally Assad.

British Defence Secretary Michael Fallon criticised Russia’s support of Assad, describing the chemical attack as a war crime that happened “on their watch”.

“By proxy Russia is responsible for every civilian death last week,” Fallon, whose government voiced support for U.S. President Donald Trump’s decision to target the Syrian air base, wrote in the Sunday Times newspaper.

“If Russia wants to be absolved of responsibility for future attacks, (President) Vladimir Putin needs to enforce commitments, dismantle Assad’s chemical weapons arsenal for good and get fully engaged” with the U.N. peace process on Syria.

On Sunday, Russia’s Foreign Ministry criticised a decision by British Foreign Secretary Boris Johnson to cancel a visit to Moscow later this month, saying it showed a lack of understanding of events in Syria.

The ministry said it also

showed once more that there was little to gain from talking to Britain, which it said had no real influence over world affairs.

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The United States has conducted air strikes against Islamic State, which controls territory

Washington has long backed rebels fighting Assad in a multi-sided civil war that has killed more

in eastern and northern Syria, and a small number of U.S. troops are helping rebel militias.

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I was most impressed, however, later that evening while getting ready for bed. I had gone to a sweat-inducing class at the gym and taken a shower and yet the fragrance was still going strong.

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You also avoid falling into a category – ‘physically inactive’ – that accounts for 6pc of all deaths globally.

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The answer, of course, is that you’ll feel better for it. Exercise elevates our mood – which is the precise opposite effect of sitting in a crowded carriage, armpitto-armpit with a hoard of other commuters. Do it once and you’ll find you do it again and again. As we grow older, it’s easy to lose our sense of adventure.

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by Carol Naylor. children if you fancied a night out. She wasn’t the type to run off with anyone’s husband! Completely trustworthy. On the other hand, her mother liked telling people that her daughter wasn’t adventurous or pretty. She added that she wasn’t the type to travel and she wasn’t a spring chicken. Old before her time?

A bit unkind.

Paris For One

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I love the idea of Quick Reads, currently 58 titles by well-known authors and more than suitable for beach reading, retailing at £1 is a bargain. If you enjoy a romantic comedy, then you’ll like this one.

This one’s for the girls.

“She pictured herself and Pete, tangled up in a French hotel bed, gazing out of the window at the Eiffel Tower, holding hands over croissants and coffee in some street café.”

Nell Simmons is 26, a sensible and quiet person unless she is with her girlfriends letting her hair down or having a romantic encounter in Paris and then anything can happen! Who knows? She was the type of person who would willingly water your plants if you went on holiday or look after your

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It’s not surprising that Nell probably preferred the ladette culture of drinking, hanging out with the boys and the inevitable hangovers to nurse with Magda, Trish and Sue and their annual weekend in Brighton. Boyfriend Pete, if he could be called that was the unreliable, easy-going guy who had more of a colourful past than Nell. He thrived on adventure and danger and had travelled around the world. In Laos and Kenya he had two narrow escapes but he had survived.

Nell wanted to spend a romantic weekend away and Paris was the obvious choice. It was November time, just perfect. Unfortunately, she chose the wrong weekend, the same weekend planned by the girls to visit Brighton. They had visited Brighton every year for six years and so far, no-one had missed it. Until now. Nell broke the news to Magda that Pete was taking her to Paris (even though it was Nell who had paid). Her friends didn’t think much of Pete. In their eyes he was a loser and a prat.

The story begins with an anxious Nell who has been waiting at the station for 30 minutes, feeling worse for wear, worrying that he will not turn up. And of course he doesn’t. A fifth text and a response to say that he is caught up at work and he tells her to go and enjoy herself. The intention is for him to catch

her up later. So, reluctantly she boards the Eurostar, still hopeful that he will turn up and it won’t be a disaster. But there are further complications when Nell reaches the Hotel Bonne Ville to find the room has been double booked and she ends up sparring with a rude American woman who insists on having the last room herself. It soon turns into The World’s Worst Romantic Weekend. Could it get any worse?

Fabien is a budding writer earning a living as a waiter, still in a state of despondency after a failed relationship with Sandrine. He had been editing his manuscript for the past 6 months and felt unhappy that his characters were flat and their voices fake. A clumsy accident resulted in the loss of his manuscript and further despondency. A chance meeting or two between Nell and the Frenchman and a 22 minute whistle-stop tour of Paris on a moped taking in the sights of Notre Dame, the Champs-Elysees and the Eiffel Tower provided a necessary distraction for a dejected Nell and the start of a fleeting, romantic encounter. “That was the most bloody terrifying and absolutely best thing I have ever done in my entire life.” Yet she loved it. The music, the drink, the Parisian atmosphere. It all goes to her head. There are one or two surprises left before Nell returns home looking decidedly more relaxed, happy and confident. In fact, a different person. Full of mischief and joy. “We had one perfect night in Paris. It would be a shame to spoil it.” So what did Nell get up to?

What happened to Pete and more importantly, what happened between Nell and Fabien? Find out for yourself……

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Seemingly motivated by financial or political gain, some

people and organizations took advantage of the way Facebook and Google work and used the services to spread fake news. But both companies have promised to fight the phenomenon, separately announcing measures meant to combat that viral lies that are told online.

Google on Friday announced a new product called Fact Check that will be available in Search

and News. Google itself will not verify the accuracy of reports, but the company created the “Fact Check” tag to identify news reports as having been fact-checked by other news publishers and fact-checking organizations.

The Fact Check label will appear everywhere in Search and in News, and users will be able to spot fact-checked stories immediately, as seen in the image above. Naturally, not all news reports out there will be factchecked. But the kind of viral stories that turn out to be fake may be fact-checked by people looking to stop the spread of misinformation.

Facebook, in turn, is also looking to curb the spread of false news within its social network.

The company explained that it’s been focusing on three areas, including the disruption of economic incentives for fake news creators to push such stories, new products to stop the

spread of fake news, and helping people make more informed decisions when they see potential fake news.

One of the measures meant to stop fake news is the tool in the image above, an educational project intended to help people spot fake stories. The tool will be located at the top of the News Feed for a few days in 14 countries. Additionally, Facebook promised to continue its work in all the three key areas it identified, in an effort to put a stop to fake news.

Like Google, Facebook won’t interfere directly, but it’ll try to prevent fake news from going viral by informing Facebook users how to avoid fake news, and by making it harder for fake news creators to make money off their viral stories. Facebook will also work with other partners to try to prevent fake news from going viral.

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We are now on the A334 road coming into Albox on the left hand side between the Grand Sport Shop and the Heaven Cafe/Bar. ESP 2829

Villa Kristina Arboleas Area

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Beautiful detached villa situated in a nice country location and only 6km to the village Arboleas which has all the amenities.

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Detached re sale Villa in an immaculate condition very spacious and ready to move into, situated within walking distance to the charming Village of Arboleas where you will find all amenities. All mains are connected, including internet, good access road plenty of parking, quiet and peaceful area.

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Stunning detached villa in beautiful location in Arboleas close to all amenities.

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Gardening, isn’t that hard work and reliant on a regular water supply? A Spanish or Mediterranean garden doesn’t have to require regular watering.

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light, the first ones mentioned are all tougher and less susceptible to damage by sunlight. Plant according to what you’ve got, check out where the sunniest corner is on your patch,

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Mojacar

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Ref: 907 Agua Amarga 260,000€

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This is a beautiful 3 double beds, 2 baths apartment, with easy access only 50 meters to the beach, lounge/dinner, fitted kitchen, A/C hot and cold, communal pool & sold fully furnished.

Excellent investment.

2 Beds, 1 Bath penthouse Apartment, fully furnished

Cariatiz

Ref: 870 Near San Jose 99,500€

Ref: 934

A lovely detached cortijo full of character and charm, needing renovation but in structurally good condition. Set on an elevated plot with lovely views, in a tranquil location and within 15 minutes to the beaches of San Jose.137m2 built, plot - 4700m2.

A lovely, spacious 3 bedroom first floor apartment with large terrace, balcony and garage. Great location – walking distance to all amenities and easy parking. 3 beds, 2 baths,fitted kitchen without white goods.

Mojacar

Ref: 789 Valle del Este 149.000€

Ref: 796

218.000€

A beautiful, fully restored cortijo full of character and traditional charm, set on a lovely plot with several patio areas and swimming pool. 4/5 beds, 4 baths. 203m2 built, 762m2 plot. Mature garden areas and garage. 20 mins to the coast.

Ref: 731

Nr San Juan 162.000€

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& equipped, Secure entrance with left, kitchen with white goods, close to all amenities. Terrace with Mountain View, communal roof solarium

Ref: 833

94.950€

A fantastic house in very good condition, with wonderful roof terraces giving magnificent village and sea views and additionally, beautiful front and rear gardens. Situated in a tranquil part of the village yet only 5 minutes walk to the beach. 3 bed, 2 bath.

Tabernas

67,000€

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Superb opportunity – penthouse located first line beach with amazing sea views, large terrace plus 80m roof terrace, 3 double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, fitted large kitchen, A/C hot and cold, sold furnished, 103m Constructed.

Opportunity, very large ground floor apartment of 99m built, plus private terrace and large garden with 2 beds, 2 bath, south facing, , beautiful swimming pool, Private secure parking & store room, fully A/C, fitted kitchen, fully furnished.

Opportunity very large town house located in( los olivos golf), 90m with 3 beds, 3 bath, fabulous view, various terraces and garden, beautiful swimming pool, Private parking & very sunny.

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3 bed 2 bath detached villa in the Arboleas area with fantastic views towards the mountains. Comes with private pool and a large detached garage. The home sits on a large 838m2 plot and offers lots of privacy.

Air-con, fully fitted kitchen and log burning fire.

Fantastic 3 bed 2 bath modern townhouse in Turre. Large main terrace area plus 2 further terraces, great mountain views, fireplace, A/C, easy walk to amenities, ideal as a permanent or second home.

Beautiful 3 Bed 2.5 Bath property in the Alfaix area of Los Gallardos.

Various large terrace areas, generous build size of 137m2, superb mountain views, A/C, a very spacious and comfortable permanent or second home.

Immaculate 3 bed 2 bath “L” shaped villa built to the highest standard with many extras. 137m2 build, private pool, jacuzzi, central heating, A/C, detached garage, large terraces & fly free area. A stunning property.

REF ARB3VH23 155,000€

REF TUR3T14 107,500€

REF AFX3T09 119,950€

ARB3VCH05 219,000€

5 bed 5 bath detached villa in Almendricos with private pool, very private aspect, 2 self-contained apartments, long shady terracing, great views, outside kitchen and lots of land. A Splendid home.

Large top floor 2 bed 2 bath apartment on Vera Playa with terrace and excellent views. Many extras, including furniture and A/C. The complex is secure and gated with allocated parking, huge outdoor pool, indoor pool and play area.

A simply stunning 3 bed 2 bath detached cortijo style villa with amazing views, oversized detached garage, 25,000m2 plot, Olive grove, covered terrace, full air-con and so much more. Located very near Uleila Del Campo.

A very private detached villa with garage and private pool situated in the countryside of Albox. 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Kitchen/ Diner, Large Garage & Storage, Mature Gardens and Enclosed Plot, Separate Olive Grove and just 4km from Albox.

REF AMD5V01 274,950€

REF VER2A01 €84,950

REF SOR3V03 PRICE €249,995

REF ALB3V10 167,500€

A stunning 3 bed 3 bath lakes Vega villa in Arboleas. This L shaped villa offers private pool, long covered terrace, great views, privacy, air-con, fly screens and end of cul-de-sac location.

A stunning 3 bed 3 bath luxury home and just reduced in Estacion, Puerto Lumbreras. This breath taking home offers outside bar & kitchen area, 12m x 5m private pool, roof terrace, central heating and garage.

This 74m2 two bed two bath ground floor apartment is located in Turre with fantastic views, communal pool, front & rear terraces totalling 51m2, A/C, fitted wardrobes & walking distance into the village.

6 bedroom 4 bathroom detached villa in Antas. 5100m2 plot & 200m2 + build, Private pool, pool bar, Jacuzzi terrace, courtyard, 2 selfcontained apartments, workshop and outbuilding, superb views and a very private aspect.

REF ARB3VL20 €179,950

REF LUM3V04 €299,000

REF TUR2A44 89,950€

REF ANT6V01 349,000€

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This beautiful 2 bedroom 1 bathroom apartment in Mojacar Playa offers real value for money with stunning sea views from the large private terrace and walking distance to the beach. There are also two communal pools with great golf & sea views.

4 bed 3 bath detached luxury villa in Los Lobos with 9m x 4m pool, double garage, work shop, outside kitchen & terraces, plot of 649m2 & build of 295m2. A touch of class!

Stunning 3 bedroom 2 bathroom villa in Turre with large under-build, 9m x 4m pool, air con throughout, excellent views, various terraces, 400m2 plot, and can be sold as seen.

2 bed 1 bath penthouse apartment in the centre of Turre. Private terrace and communal roof solarium. All daily amenities around you and the beach of Mojacar just over a 5 minute drive.

A bargain.

REF MOJ2AM01 84,995€

REF LOB4VH01 €279,950

REF TUR3V09 219,950€

REF TUR2A41 €54,950

4 bed 3 bath detached villa in the campo of Turre. A huge home with under build garage, 10 m pool, pool bar, super views and its own 400 + tree olive grove.

Delightful 3 bedroom 2 bathroom corner duplex on the edge of Turre with private roof solarium and fantastic mountain views. A spacious home with fly screens, air conditioning, and easy walking distance to all amenities.

REDUCED! Large ground floor 2 bed 2 bath apartment on Vera Playa with large garden and terrace. Many extras, including furniture and A/C. The complex is secure and gated with allocated parking, huge outdoor pool, indoor pool and play area.

This 3 bedroom 3 bathroom detached home has been built to a very high standard in a rustic cortijo style.

127m² build, plot of 1041m², private pool. A private rural setting with excellent views, yet just on the edge of a village and a short walk to two bars and the local shop.

REF TUR4VG01 €399,000

REF TUR3T15 84,950€

REF VER2A12 79,950€

REF CAR3V05 179,950€

Enormous 7 bed 4 bath property measures 349m2 and is situated just outside a small village between Pulpi & Lorca with all daily amenities.

There is an 8 x5m pool, 2 bed separate apartment, various terrace areas, garage, and huge potential for B&B or a large family home.

This superb south facing apartment superb value; 2 double bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and an open plan kitchen/diner to living area, private terrace, and an enormous communal roof solarium with wonderful views Excellent value for money and easy walking distance to amenities.

Superb 3 bed 2 bath detached villa on Desert Springs Golf. 101m2 build, 380m2 plot, communal pool, A/C throughout, detached garage. An immaculate, high quality property.

Immaculate two storey villa with 10 x 5m pool in El Saltador (Huercal Overa). Three bed, two bath property of 150m2 build with stunning open country views, modern styling and many extras, must be viewed to be fully appreciat

PUL7V01 349,950€

REF TUR2A38 47,000€

REF DES3VE01 225,000€

HUE3VES05 234,950€

Immaculately presented two bed two bath apartment in Mojacar playa with two generous terraces, full A/C, fitted wardrobes, two communal pools 6 gym, and an easy 2 minute (flat) walk to the beach.

Unique 3 bed 2 bath detached villa in centre of Antas with private pool, separate urban land plot of 86m2, car port, winter lounge and summer lounge and air conditioning. Walking distance to all amenities.

Fantastic 4 bedroom 2 bathroom townhouse in Los Lobos with enormous underbuild garage, air-con throughout, communal pool and a short walk to two bars and the local shop. 10 minutes to San Juan de los Terreros beaches.

Enormous potential! A traditional 7 bed 2 bath cortijo just outside Arboleas with separate 4 bed annexe plus a concrete 8 x 4m pool - both need external and internal finishing . Many traditional features. A real opportunity.

REF MOJ2AMG01 112,500€

REF ANT3VC01 274,950€

REF LOB4T07 105,000€

REF ARB7C01 179,000€

Tel: (0034) 950 469 592 or Mob: (0034) 659 265 907 info@colespain.com . www.colespain.com Avenida Almeria, 78 , Turre, 04639, Almeria, spain

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This delightful well maintained villa features 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, lounge / diner and a swimming pool with a difference. There is a large lounge with fireplace, dining area adjacent to the fully fitted kitchen.

The ground floor also features the master bedroom with en-suite, two further bedrooms and family bathroom.

A spiral staircase leads to a double bedroom with en-suite on the first floor, ideal for guests Air conditioning in lounge and some bedrooms and extensive parking throughout A very large porch/terrace areas provides shade to the front, side and rear of the house.

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Live the Spanish Dream with this home featuring all the aspects of outdoor living including conservatory /BBQ area, swimming pool and mature garden setting fully walled and gated. This 2/3 bed home with 2 bathrooms is finished and maintained to a high standard. Featuring many extras such as central aircon, alarm systems, tilt and turn double glazing throughout and log burner.

Must be viewed to appreciate the setting and immaculate order of this home.

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WALKING DISTANCE TO ALL AMENITIES

RENTAL MAR998

310€ PCM RENTAL PIEDRA AMARILLA

Traditional village house 3 bed 1.5 bath in the heart of the town walking distance to all local amenities within the heart of Cantoria.

This property features a small private courtyard to the side of the house ideal for al fresco dining or sunbathing.

Available for long term rental, fully furnished allows pets with parking close by.

Cantoria is a busy market town with many facilities, including bars, restaurants, post office, banks, medical centre, supermarkets to name but a few.

AVAILABLE FOR SHORT TERM LETS 6 TO 9 MONTHS ONLY

450€ PCM RENTAL

This property is unfurnished , allows dogs and for short term lets 3 to 9 months only. Ideally located just 10 minutes drive to the large town of Albox, this detached villa is well presented providing charming and comfortable accommodation. The property which is fully walled, and gated sits on a plot of approx 1000m2. It is also a stone’s throw away to local bars and restaurants. The property comprises 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a spacious lounge/dining area and fan assisted log fireplace there is also hot and cold air conditioning. The kitchen is fitted with all white goods. Must be viewed to appreciate the locale and presentation of the property.

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MUNDI

Ronda de Las Buganvillas, Local 15, (nr Garrucha) www.mundiabogados.com info@mundiabogados.com

ABOGADOS

Maria Maroto Perez: Solicitor/Barrister - Esther Serrano Saez: Solicitor/Barrister

• NIE Cards • Residency Cards • Social Security Cards • • Company Setup • Insurance • • Conveyancing • Translations • Litigation • Wills & Inheritance Tax • Tax Returns • Visit us now at our new office: Local 15, Ronda de Las Buganvillas.

Situated between Victor´s Bar and Cajamar Bank.

We look forward to seeing you soon!

We are pleased to introduce ourselves

MUNDI ABOGADOS SOLICITORS

We are a multidisciplinary law firm based in Vera (Almería) and as such we deal with many different aspects of law, specialising in litigation, conveyancing, taxation, civil, commercial and fiscal law. Our aim is to provide a personal, quality service, in plain English and to do so promptly, efficiently and in a friendly manner.

We will keep you up to date and fully informed throughout and all at a very competitive price.

We can also arrange the following if needed: • Open a Spanish bank account • Connection of utility services • If you are considering renting your house or land we will negotiate your letting agreement, ensuring that the terms of your contract meet your requirements • Write your Spanish will • As your Fiscal Representatives, we will assist you in any dealings with Spanish Tax Office and explain to you all the taxes that you are liable to pay.

For those that become residents of Spain, we can also assist in other legal matters, such as matrimonial issues or business contracts.

Are you thinking about selling your property?

We, Immo-Carlos (the Belgium estate agent for inland properties) have good news for you.

We are off to a new exhibition, in May in the famous City of Antwerp (Belgium) which is a very rich area, well known for its diamond trade.

There is also a very large port here which is very close to Holland, so possibly for the Dutch clients too. So we are going to promote our area and hopefully we’ll bring many potential buyers to our little corner of Spain.

We have a fair and competitive commission and we never have an upfront commission before we sell.

Also our office in Albox is in a prime location, with the weekly market on a Tuesday being right next to us.

So if you’re thinking about selling your property, please contact Immo-Carlos and let us promote and sell it for you.

Like this beautiful villa that is for sale in Arboleas for only 179.000 euros. This villa offers 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a totally private pool (9m x 4m) and fantastic views throughout.

www.immo-carlos.com • Email: info@imm-carlos.com Address: La Plaza Nueva, No 10, Albox.

Office: 950 102 191 • Carlos: 648 505 938 • Gavin: 671 293 942

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How To Sow Vegetable Seeds

Now’s the time to clear a spot for your kitchen garden or sow carrots, parsnips, summer cauliflowers, rhubarb, Brussels sprouts, leeks and onions.

1) Prepare the ground where crops are to be grown by raking the soil to remove stones and weeds. Level the surface.

2) Mark out rows with cane and a length of strong, then take out a shallow groove or seed drill with the back of a rake or tip of a cane.

3) Sow seeds thinly along the drill, spacing them evenly, or sow several seeds at regular points

POOL & GARDEN SERVICES

All aspects of pool cleaning, maintenance and general repair including total refurbishment. We can carry out acid washing to eliminate calcium deposits, full re-grouting and replacement of missing tiles. Sand filter overhauls/replacement of sand & glass. All equipment repairs/ replacements including pumps, filters etc Single cleans or fixed price weekly cleaning including all chemicals. We pride ourselves in putting the “sparkle” back in to your pool.

We also offer a comprehensive range of gardening services including gravelling, pruning, weeding, weekly/monthly tidying especially for holiday homes where owners & guests don’t want to arrive and find a garden full of weeds & debris!

bob The Painter

All aspects of P&D Interior & Exterior Gates, Rejas & Boundary Walls

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and thin out once the seedlings appear.

4) Cover the seeds thinly with soil and tap down with a rake. On heavy soil, cover with potting compost for a more even layer.

Get to grips with weeds before they get grips with your plants! The most common culprits are bindweed, couch grass, nettles, docks and thistles.

Banish them from borders using a hoe to uproot them or use a spray to clear paths and patios.

If you have roses they will need a feed of rose fertiliser. Give shrubs a general feed.

Scatter around the base of the plants.

Steven Smith - Arboleas Builder

Building Maintenance & Property Repair No job TOO Big or TOO Small

Extensions - Garages/Car Ports - Swimming Pools - Walls - Patios Roofing - Tiling - Plastering - Painting

Cladding Specialists

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PART & FULL VALETS - T CUTS & POLISHING - INTERIORS UPHOLSTERY CLEANING - SOFAS AND RUGS To book your appointment, please call Barry on: 661 571 939 Fully Insured & Spanish registered est: 2004

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Collection & Deliveries Available 7 days a Week Contact John

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El Rincon Del Mueble Poligono industrial “El Real” Paraje “Las Marinas” C/Vente Vacio Ctra. Vera - Garrucha, Nº3 Antas Garrucha, 04620 Tel: 950 459 071 Tel: 950 460 867 www.muebleselrincon.com

We speak English

OFFERS ON MATTRESSES

Lots of discounts on:

Beds,leather sofas,garden furniture, DECORATIONS

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El Mono Colgante

Blythe Gruntmore, Alqueria’s very own Englishman resident and Geordie made one of those decisions that arrive with a flash of inspirational brilliance. The flash however wasn’t inspiration but the effect of downing a large glass of Remitroot Liquor. The idea, simply induced sentimentality born from melancholy brought about by the after effects of downing a large glass of Remitroot liqueur.

Blythe’s grand plan, to build an English pub in Alqueria. It was to be built on waste ground to the east of the Río Verde. It was to be called El Mono Colgante, The Hanging Monkey. This was in honour of a brave and gallant act performed by his forebears in the northeast of England during the Napoleonic Wars.

Every detail was to be faithfully followed, even the depressing red brick was imported.

One very important aspect of an English pub is the beer. Blythe, however failed to grasp the fact that beer at room temperature in England is quite different from beer at room temperature in southern Spain. Most who drank the tepid liquid thought it was a treatment for Pharyngitis.

The subtleties of another British tradition were also overlooked by Gruntmore.

Puddles of beer on the bar. In the cool climate of Britain people wear long sleeves, when one leans on the bar these sleeves soak up beer. Wet elbows are an integral part of the ‘Pub’ experience. In southern Spain people mostly wear short

sleeves, bare elbows are not absorbent and therefore do not diminish the amount of beer on the bar counter. At the end of the first evening there was so much liquid on the bar it had developed its own tidal system. People were being treated for alcohol poisoning of the elbow, it was costing the Alquerian Heath Service thousands.

Food consisted of pickled eggs, pickled onions and what Gruntmore described as ‘Mushy peas and a grunter’. This delicacy consists of Marrowfat Peas, presumably with indigestion as they are treated with bicarbonate of soda, then generally mistreated until they become a green amorphous mass. The ‘peas’ are then served with a barely warm pork pie. The sight of a Spaniard trying to decide what to do with this dish is an interesting one. Some simply opted for bouncing it off the ceiling.

British pubs do not offer a table service and Gruntmore followed this tradition. Poor old Alfonso Delgado sat expectantly for four hours before being rushed off to Alqueria General Hospital by paramedics suffering from severe dehydration.

Once the unpleasantness of an English pub outweighed its novelty value Gruntmore’s clientele diminished to a critical level. El Mono Colgante soon became another statistic in the list of pubs closed and up for sale. And there’s no sadder sight than a closed and bolted pub.

Listen to Episode eight of Alqueria the radio show at www.alqueria.eu.

CanDu Computer Bytes

Hello and welcome to CanDu Computer Bytes.

The only professional computer help that comes from over 38 years experience and a University education. You can contact me for an appointment at my workshop or I can come to you, by calling 689 892 745 or by Email: canducomputing@hotmail.co.uk.

Last time we talked about the least concerning of these unusual clicking sounds that come from your computer. Today I am going to tell you about another source of clicking that is a little more serious.

But first I need to ask if, when you looked at your fan, did you make sure that there were no wires catching (very common) or that the whole thing was packed with dust? Out here, in the Almeria

A Spider in the Works

‘Dust Bowl’, this is the most common cause of overheating and computer failure!

The next device that will cause the annoying clicking sound is the CD/DVD drive. I know that we use memory sticks far more often than we use the CD/ DVD (optical) drive but these thing either wear out, or worse, fail through lack of use. In either case the solution is usually easy. All you have to do is remove the old drive and replace it with a new one. In a tower this is, literally, a 5 minute job – start to finish. In a laptop it is usually a little more difficult as they are designed to take as little space as possible and this can mean partially disassembling the laptop.

The 5 minute job can now take from 30 minutes to an hour.

For several years now we have enjoyed flawless television, courtesy of Gary and his installation of our Big Dish. However, for some weeks the telly has been less than satisfactory; sometimes it has been fine, but with increasing frequency it has been not fine. It has taken to breaking up into a series of multicoloured lines and squares. In themselves they are quite pretty, a sort of electronic modern art, but this usually happens at an optimum point in the programme when it is building to a climax but before the outcome is obvious, so pretty is not the emotion uppermost in our minds.

Initially we blamed the weather as it was raining when this phenomenon first occurred. Then we shifted the blame on to the weather in general, which was behaving strangely in all manner of ways.

The weather calmed down, but the telly did not, so the satellite reception was placed next in the guilty line. Time, we decided, to call Gary – he would know how to appease the malicious god who was causing our telly-watching to be so rudely frustrated.

Gary duly appeared, all boundless energy and unflappable confidence.

‘That’s happening a lot at the moment.’ He breezed. ‘I’ll have a look.’

He departed to look, and almost before he’d gone he was back again.

‘You’ve got a spider in your LNB.’ I think he said LNB, but he

By Jos Biggs editor@soltimes.com

might have said XYZ for all the enlightenment I got from this statement. I glanced quickly at the calendar – no, it wasn’t the 1st of April!

He must have sensed an air of ‘Oh yeah? A spider, eh? Well fancy that now!’ in my demeanour – ‘Come and see for yourself.’ He insisted.

As a general rule I am open to new experiences as long as they don’t involve pain, so I eagerly took up the offer to view the aforementioned spider.

Together we trotted round the back of the house to the dish. I wouldn’t have known where to look for an LNB, whether with or without spider, so Gary helpfully pointed it out to me – and there, right in the middle of the middle of the mysterious gubbins that points back at the dish was a small blob! ‘That’s your spider.’ He uttered triumphantly.

I felt quite sorry for the spider – it looked so comfy in its little abode.

But it didn’t have a resident’s permit, so it had to go!

LEGAL CORNER WITH MICHAEL DAVIES, ABOGADO/SOLICITOR

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Inheritance tax has been reduced

Question: Is it true that inheritance tax has been reduced in Andalucía?

Answer: Yes it is true, and the new exemptions are valid for deaths after the 1st of January of 2017.

Exemptions have been increased for group I and II heirs (spouse and descendants).

They have increased for spouse and descendants from 175,000€ to 250,000€.

Just as important is that, unlike the old system where if you received one euro more than 175,000€ you would only be entitled to 16,000€ exemption (in other words basically no exempt amount), under the new system you do not lose the exemption completely if the inheritance is over 250,000€.

What happens is that they allow you an exemption of the first 200,000€ and then charge you on the difference. But be very careful, if a descendent or wife receives one euro more than 350,000€ then you will lose your right to the exemption completely.

Conclusion for tax planning: Each beneficiary (spouse or descendent) must not receive more than 350,000€.

All of the above only applies to spouse and descendants. All other beneficiaries get a much worse tax deal.

Exemptions for inheritance of family home and family businesses have also been increased.

Michael Davies.

Abogado.

Michael Davies is a Spanish Abogado and ex-honorary British consul, specialised in Spanish inheritance matters and Inheritance related litigation and has been practicing law in Andalucia since 1993. He is member of the Law societies of Almería and Madrid.

Michael Davies is a Spanish Abogado and has been practicing law in Almería since 1993. He is member of the Law societies of Almería and Madrid and has offices in Mojacar and Almeria High Street.

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The remaining 34 letters spell a secret message.

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EUCHARIST FAMILY FASTING FESTIVAL FRIDAY HOLIDAY HOLY WEEK JESUS LAST SUPPER LENT MARY MASS MEAL NEW TESTAMENT PALMS

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2. Eddie the Eagle became famous at the Winter Olympics of 1988, where were these held?..............

3. In which sport would you use the terms?

Christies, traversing and edging?............................

4. Which UK sport has the most fatalities each year?.

5. In falconry what word is used to describe the falcons dive on its prey?....

6. Name 2 of the types of sword used in fencing?.....

7. In which sport may you come across the terms?

Single, axle and Butterfly?

8. For what is Gertrude Ederle best remembered for doing?.........................

9. Where were the 1988 Summer Olympics held?...

10. Name the athlete who won 4 gold medals in the 1936 Berlin Olympics?......

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7. Playboy Bunnies 8. Watership Down 9. Boils the family’s pet rabbit 10. The Tortoise and the Hare

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3. Bunny Hop 4. Elmer Fudd 5. Rabbit Test 6. White Rabbit

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IDENTIFY THEse FAMOUS baby faces

7. Ice figure skating 8. First woman to swim channel 9. Seoul, South Korea 10. Jesse Owens

1. Name the invisible rabbit Jimmy Stewart imagines he sees in the movie by the same name:.......................................

2. Name the 1988 live action & animation movie by Robert Zemekis, starring Bob Hoskins:............................................

3. Name the party dance that’s done around a room in a conga line:..................

4. Name the cartoon character known for this quote? Be ve-wy, ve-wy quiet. I’m hunting wabbits?.....................................

5. Back in the days before take-home pregnancy test kits, what was the testing method called?.........................................

6. Name the time-conscious character in Alice in Wonderland:.................................

7. Founder of a gentlemen’s magazine, Hugh Hefner, is always seen surrounded by a bevy of these beauties:.....................

8. Name the novel by Richard Adams that features a group of rabbits, including Fiver, Hazel and Bigwig:...........................

9. In the movie Fatal Attraction, what horrible thing does the insane stalker woman, played by Glenn Close, do to torment Michael Douglas’s family?...........

10. Name the Aesop’s fable whose moral is? Slow and steady wins the race?...........

sol picture quiz!

1. Archery 2. Calgary 3. Skiing 4. Fishing 5. A stoop 6. Epee foil sabre

sol times easter bunny Quiz

1: Ozzy Osborne (Singer) 2: Sir Winston Churchill (British Prime Minister) 3: Matt Lucas (Comedian) 4: Boris Johnson

on this day 12th april

627 – King Edwin of Northumbria is converted to Christianity

by Paulinus, bishop of York.

1204 – The Crusaders of the Fourth Crusade breach the walls of Constantinople and enter the city, which they completely occupy the following day.

1606 – The Union Flag is adopted as the flag of English and Scottish ships.

1861 – American Civil War: Battle of Fort Sumter. The war begins with Confederate forces firing on Fort Sumter, in the harbor of Charleston, South Carolina.

1877 – The United Kingdom annexes the Transvaal.

1961 - The Soviet cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin becomes the first human to travel into outer space and perform the first manned orbital flight, Vostok 1.

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across 1 Shackles (7) 5 Without ceasing (7) 9 Trademark or signature (9) 10 Long metal nail (5) 11 Tedious (7) 12 City in Washington state (7) 13 Estimate (9) 15 Whips (5) 17 A small picture inserted within another (5) 19 Unsteady in gait (9) 22 Frolic (7) 25 Affective (7) 26 Stitched (5) 27 Crooks (9) 28 Female siblings (7) 29 Funeral cars (7) Down 1 Preventing (7) 2 Not thinness (9) 3 Punches of sweetened milk and eggs (7) 4 Whipping boy (9) 5 An attribute of a people or era (5) 6 Female (7) 7 Poet T.S. _____ (5) 8 Searchers (7) 14 Frisky or flirtatious (9) 16 Not reproductions (9) 17 Asserts (7) 18 Pretentious talk (7) 20 Strange or rare objects (7) 21 Suppositions (7) 23 Caterwauls (5) 24 Strikes with the feet (5)

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famous birthdays today 1484 – Antonio da Sangallo

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the Younger, Italian architect, designed the Apostolic Palace and St. Peter’s Basilica 1792 – John Lambton, 1st Earl of Durham, English soldier and politician, Lord Privy Seal 1769 – Sir Thomas Hardy, 1st Baronet, English admiral 1908 – Robert Lee Scott, Jr., American pilot and general 1940 – Herbie Hancock, American pianist, composer, and bandleader 1941 – Bobby Moore, English footballer 1978 – Svetlana Lapina, Russian high jumper

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ACROSS 1 Talks second tops (6) 5 Least expensive ape in bureau (8) 9 Rum label - unusual hand-held shelter (8) 10 Convicted Graphical User Interface Lieutenant at end of July (6) 11 Commoner’s nice, but left out (7) 12 Lack of difficulty of endless stand (4) 14 Return a little bit of information (4) 15 Oddly, say, duets - they come around once a week (8) 18 In addition, done after Rome moves (8) 19 Blinkers contain connection (4) 21 Snatch breaking rag - bad start (4) 23 Gents in trouble setting up home (7) 25 Get on with silly bat and his heart inside (6) 26 Reassembled tin deity - it’s who you are! (8) 27 Depression is time saved initially, for those who look into your mouth (8) 28 Bell sound after commercial totting up (6) Down 2 Jam up without start returning animal (4) 3 An eloper, a new flying craft (9) 4 Ruler of a Muslim country is nearly dried fruit! (6) 5 Architects cars I mangled, for distinguishing features (15) 6 Perhaps the Genie can be served from here onwards (8) 7 A group of lions’ satisfaction with what they’ve done? (5) 8 Hearty meeting (10) 13 Eva Balfour could be advantageous (10) 16 Well pleased act, holding illumination (9) 17 Level in ghost ship starts the latter parts of the day (8) 20 Deformed Iceman may appear on screen here (6) 22 Note most recent explosion (5) 24 Shock the heart of first uncle (4)

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chapman’s Open 7 days a week - Mon - Sat 10 - 10 Sun 12 - 9 Wednesday 12th April Fun quiz 7pm. 2€ entry Friday Fish & chips and a selection of chip shop favourites served all day Full menu also available Sunday Traditional lunch served 1 - 6

easter Special Semana

All day breakfast 4.50€ inc tea/coffee available everyday Fillet steak meal 10€ available everyday

Beer garden - Live sports - Free WIFI

Avda Lepanto, Albox Reservations 642 447 663

Semana Santa, like any other festival, has its own special flavours and this is especially during this week because traditionally Catholics are not supposed to eat meat. A great time for seafood.

The exact dishes will vary to some degree depending on where you are celebrating in Andalucia. However, you can expect local "Menus of the

Day" to feature fish and vegetables.

The Andalucian garbanzos con bacalao (chickpea and cod stew) is a favourite in many areas as well as a vegetarian dish called garbanzos con espinacas (chickpeas with spinach, which usually has a lot of garlic and is a wonderfully tasty way to eat spinach).

Delicious Semana Santa Delicies

BAR DOLAR

Pueblo Laguna - Vera Playa ke Karao Every ay sd Open 10am-2am Closed Thursdays Wedne

Tel. 622 559 384

Hostal Rural - Restaurante El Tio Tomas Hostal Rural Restaurante Presents

Marilyn Shipley Sunday 16th April

Lunchtime 3 Course Menu

SuperTurre

→

Turre

15€ per person or just join us for a drink or two!!

Karaoke on Wednesdays

El Tio Tomas

Cortijo Grande

Cortijo El Gitano, TURRE (Almeria) Tel: 950 109 230 / 672 628 939

garbanzos con bacalao

World Championship Pool Table

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Home Cooked food, served all day Try our Friday Fish & Chips or our Sunday Roast for €7

Pool Table & Darts

Live Sporting Events shown

Function Room Available

Vera Mojacar Garrucha

.Bar Dolar

Puerto Rey

arroz con leche

Beachcomber

EW Paseo Maritimo, Mojacar Playa UNDER N ENT Open 10am until late every day M E MANAG Tel: 634 339 216

22nd april Boogie Night with DJ Ian Come along & dance the night away choose from either roast chicken & chips or cheese burger & chips 6.50 per person Booking reccommended Tel: 634 339 216

Join us on Saturday 8th April for our Grand National Special 2 Course Lunch 15€ per person plus a bottle of wine per couple or 1/2 per person

Private Parties Catered For - Sunday Brunch from 11am

BREAKFAST...LUNCHES...DINNERS...SNACKS

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Great Food & Drink

dining Santa Foods

are available in local pastelerias.

A favourite dessert during Holy Week in Andalucia is rice pudding, arroz con leche, and you can expect most local bakeries to be offering torrijas. These are slices of bread dipped in egg then soaked in wine or milk, fried and sweetened with sugar and sprinkled with cinnamon.

Another typical sweet at this time

of year is the pestiño (fried, honeyglazed pastries). It's worth asking locals of any village you visit to point out their favourite Holy Week specials on any menu or at the bakery. You may have the once-a-year chance to try things most tourists miss out on.

It's also a great way to practice your Spanish and mix with the locals, as food is one of the Spaniard's most loved topics of conversation!

MONDAY 12-7 ● TUESDAY 12-Late● WEDNESDAY CLOSED ● THURSDAY 12-6 ● FRIDAY 12-Late ● SATURDAY: 12-Late ● SUNDAY 12-6

Easter Weekend at El Teatro Good Friday

Open from 12 Noon till Late Selection of Fish & Chips from 4pm Haddock, Cod or Scampi from 7€ Booking essential

Easter Saturday

Entertainment on the terrace from 3pm with CHARLIE Sticky Ribs, Corn on the Cob, Coleslaw €5

Easter Sunday

3 Course Carvery just 12.95€ Booking essential

Easter monday Craft Fayre from 2pm

torrijas.

PROBABLY The Trendiest Bar in Town OPENING HOURS Monday 6pm - late Tuesday - Saturday 10am - late Sundays 12pm - 3pm

LIVE MUSIC VENUE

WIDE OF ION E L SE CT D WINES E D N BRA SPIRITS AND

Bar International

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SELECTIO PASTA D N OF ISHES

SATURDAY MARKET BREAKFAST SPECIAL

ANY NIGHT IS COCKTAIL NIGHT

SEL A WID HOMECTIONE DES E-MAD OF SER E TS

DAILY SPECIA L MENU S BOARD

FRES PREPAHLY PROD RED FRESH UCE & VEGET DAILY ABLES

SUNDAY ROAST 12pm - 3pm Choice of Roast Beef, Pork or Chicken 8.50€ Booking Recommended

MONDAY STEAK DEAL NIGHT 8oz Entrecote 8.50€, second for 5€ Booking Recommended

SPECI A BEERSLS

PRIVATENS U F NCTIOOR INC DF CATERE AG NIGHTS. T HEN & S NATIONAL INTER FET BUF LE AVAILAB

Ctra Lorca-Baza, Los Llanos de Arboleas, Almeria Tel: 694 498 778

Scotty’s Bar and Eatery Welcome to Scotty’s Bar & Eatery, situated on the Plaza close to the Hotel Puntazo.

We take pride in offering a wide range of home cooked food with dietery needs catered for.

Chefs specials regularly updated Good selection of Beers and Wines Great fun quiz every Wednesday Check out our Facebook page for regular updates and read what other people think on Tripadvisor

687 382 540

Home-made cake & Coffee on the terrace

LOCATION ON GOOGLE MAPS UNDER EL TEATRO

FAMILY BAR, RESTAURANT & SHOW VENUE (FORMERLY BLUE LAGOON)

reserve: 950 13 25 66

nigel-Stuart laguna resturant - email: lagunares@hotmail.com

pueblo laguna - vera (playa) apdo.237 Almeria

Th u Di rsda nn Da er y nc e

OPEN EVERY DAY 8am until late

New Menu del Dia & A La Carte Menu for 2017 Extensive Vegetarian options also Vegan dishes available by advanced booking.

Friday Fish Suppers from 6pm Beer Battered Cod, Chips & Mushy Peas €8 Traditional Sunday Roast €6.50 Full English served all day from €4.50 Tapas and bottle Carlsberg only €2 Kronenbourg 1/2 price.

LIVE MUSIC • FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT KARAOKE • FOOD SERVED ALL DAY

BIG

Screen

open tuesday - sunday

SUNDAY LUNCH ONLY 6.50€ MENU DEL DIA ONLY €9.50

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Menu del Dia 10€ Selection of Tapas English Speaking Everyone Welcome Friendly Atmosphere

Bar-Restaurante

LA PALMERA

Avda Lepanto, 43 Opposite the BP Garage 04800 Albox-Almeria Tel: 950 430 993 Mobile: 659 056 082

La Cena

Restaurante

Albox

menu del noche €11.95

Includes a carafe of wine per couple 11 starters, 10 mains & 9 Desserts Full A La Carte also available Monday - Saturday 7pm - late. Closed Sunday

Call 950 430 930 after 5.30pm

Find us across the old bridge from Palza Mayor Albox, opp Bar Wassy

is situated in the pretty village of Cerro Gordo and just 10 minutes outside Albox. They do delicious homemade food including beef wellington, orchard pie and speciality food.

All freshly prepared so booking is essential. Try their homemade 3 course Sunday lunch at 8.50€. Free venue for your Party or Get Together just phone Chris for details 950 930 169 or 650 599 739. www.bistobonita. alittlebitofengland.es

La Cena

Would like to invite you to sample the exciting new editions to the already successful menu of the night. Still available 11 starters, 10 mains and 9 desserts. Our full extended a la carte menu is available every evening, pre booking only.

Our extended menu also caters for all your dietary needs including diabetic and gluten free.

Carol and Simon would like to thank all their customers old and new for their continued support at La Cena and look forward to serving you for many more years to come.

Please call for reservation 950 430 930 after 5:30pm or email: carol4simon@hotmail.com

Kalevala Restaurante

Sunday Specials Only 5.90€ Easter Sunday Nick Spatoni Free Entry 2:30pm

Telephone: 607 484 414

Ctra. Lorca-Baza, 22 Los Carasoles Email: kalevalarestaurante@gmail.com

V ENTA EL GUARDUCHA

BRING THIS VOUCHER & Get a free bottle of wine with your meal for 2 people Monday - Friday

Restaurant ● Daily Menu Now serving Celebrations & Special Events, English Breakfast Open Everyday 9am - Late Closed Monday Evenings Specialises in: Meats cooked over natural firewood, Roasts and Tapas Menu del dia and Menu del noche with a wide variety of dishes Childrens and Vegetarian Menus Available Free WiFi zone for clients

Tel: 622 582 538 / 666 959 822 Paraje Los Castejones s/n Albox ventaguarducha@gmail.com www.ventaelguarducha.wix.com/venta-el-guarducha

Saturday 15th april La 2pm Afternoon of Live Jazz, Soul & More plus BBQ Please call to reserve table

Thursday Curry & Grill Night Includes Rib Eye & Fillet Steak, Cajun Chicken, Scampi, Pan Fried Chicken & More Come along and try a selection of our home cooked curry dishes Thursday Evening – 6pm – 9pm Starters • Chicken Tikka • 2 Poppadoms including selection of dips • Onion Bhaji & salad garnish • Vegetable Samosa & salad garnish Main Courses • Chicken Biriyani served with curry sauce • Chicken Korma • Chicken Jalfrezi • Chicken Madras All the above including rice • Prawn Pathia • Vegetarian Curry Side Dishes • Potato & Cauliflower Bombay • Vegetable Samosa •Onion Bhaji •Kashmiri Naan

Full Menu Available

Monday to Saturday from 10am - 4pm. 6pm - 9pm

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Restaurant - Bar ida

Sharron & Danny welcome customers new and old

Every Wednesday 6pm-9pm Buy one fillet meal at 11€ get 2nd half price Booking Essential (Ribeye Steak also available) (Fillet and Ribeye are available on the menu every day of the week for 11€)

Wednesday Friendly Weekly Slimming Club 4pm

Fridays Atlantic Cod Fillet with Handcut Chips & Peas & Homemade Tartare Sauce Full menu also available Kitchen open 10am - 9pm

Traditional sunday roast

Choice of 4 Meats plus 2 Fish dishes 12:30 - 4pm For every table of 4 booked, pay for 3 main courses and get the 4th main FREE (Excl Lamb and Salmon)

*This offer applies to Sunday Roast Only

Monday - Saturday 10am - Late ● Sunday 12 - Close Avenida Europa, Cucador (Above The Attic) 950 634 562

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Learn spanish at bistro bonita

Every Wednesday at Bistro Bonita 11am - 1pm Come and learn Spanish the fun way and conversation with coffee and cake Only €5.

Looking for badminton players with or without experience to play at Zurgena Sports Hall each Monday, 7pm to 9.30pm.

All ages are welcome. 3€ per person Just turn up or for more details Email rob@soltimes.com

THE Charity Shop (A r b o l e a s)

now open MON - FRI 10 - 2

NEW STOCK - NOW IN -

including quality brand names.

We need your good quality unwanted clothes and household items, bric-a-brac and home furnishings.

Do you have a few spare hours?

Why not join us as a volunteer.

The shop is opposite the Ayuntamiento in Arboleas.

All for good causes, please help us to help them.....

Tel: 609 199 394 email: 4candlescharity@gmail.com

THE POST

SHOP ALBOX At SOL Y MAR AVENIDA 28 FEBRERO 44, ALBOX

TOTAL MAILBOX SOLUTIONS · YOUR OWN P O BOX WITH A REAL ADDRESS · EMAIL ALERTS FOR ALL YOUR MAIL RECEIVED 45€ one year 35€ for 6 months 25€ for 3 months

Mail forwarding and postal services also available

Open: 10am - 2pm Tel: 950 064 584

Email: info@solymarspain.com

Information for all present and future COLLYFER clients, you can now take your policy with you should you need or want to return to the UK, contact Karen for details 617 456 335 karencecere@collyfer.com

Roses in Springtime

The Rose Singers are proud to present their spring concert titled “Roses in

Springtime”. The programme of songs, sung in harmony by our local ladies choir, will put the warmth of Spring in your step and the bright smile of sunshine on your face.

Our concerts will be held on Thursday 27 th April at 7.30pm at the newly refurbished Miraflores Restaurant, Camping Los Gallardos and on aturday 29 th April 3pm at The Bistro Bar & Restaurant, Pueblo Laguna.

A Raffle will be held at both events with proceeds going to the aid of Stepping Stones carers support group.

Tickets are 8€ and can be bought in advance from Gill’s Linens (Mojácar Playa), Forget -MeNot (Las Buganvillas), Total Entertainment (Turre) and The Shop, Camping Los Gallardos.

They are also available on the doors, through our choir members and by messaging our Facebook page (search Rose Singers, Mojácar).

We look forward to seeing you there!

CHURCH SERVICE IN ENGLISH EVERY SUNDAY AT 10.30am.

Everyone welcome at Turre Evangelical Church next to Muebles Nuñez just across form the vet.

Tea, coffee and fellowship after every service.

Transport can be arranged. www.turrechurch.com 950 617 549

aljambra chapel, albox anglican chaplaincy of costa almeria & costa calida fun weekend As part of the celebrations of 10 years since the first Anglican services, a flower festival is going to be held on 26, 27, 28 may.

Friday 26th 3 – 8pm, Saturday 27th 10am – 8pm, Sunday 28th 3 – 8pm, Sunday 28th 26 – 7pm open air service.

A Café Friday afternoon, Saturday all day, Sunday afternoon.

BBQ Saturday only Classic Car display Saturday 12 – 3.30pm Paintings on show and for sale – all weekend.

Stalls, Friday afternoon and all day Saturday stall holders welcome 5€ Friday afternoon, 10€ Saturday Free Entrance - donations very welcome. (all donations to Anglican church and association Español contra cancer) More information: aljambra.flower.festival@gmail.com

Monthly Raffle Prize WinnersPriz Monthly Raffle March 2017 ForFor February 2017

Almeria Tenpin Bowling – 2 course Sunday Lunch for 2 or Fish & Chips with Dessert for 2 Almeria Tenpin Bowling any day of the week (Closed Mondays)

Fish & with Dessert Ray Chips & Anne Thurgood Colin The Card – A 10€ Voucher

Trish Potter Pat French

TCs Bar – A €15 Voucher

Ella Dring Colin The Card – A 10€ V Pricebusters – A €10 Voucher Marie Fletcher Jackie Roberts Winning tickets drawn by Hilary Shand APSA shop volunteer.

TCs Bar – A €15 Voucher

Sellers - APSA Shop 10, Jean & Mac 42, Keith 50 Total Collected € 102

Jim Forrest

APSA is grateful to the Almeria Ten Pin Bowling, Colin The Card, TCs Bar, and

Pricebusters – and A to€15 Pricebusters for their monthly prizes all who purchase raffle tickets.

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The proceeds which will go towards Brian &ofJenny Price helping the many animals in the care of APSA

Winning tickets drawn Clairvoyant/Medium Sellers Sue Scott Jean & Mac

by

Week commencing Monday 24th April, Sue Scott, ReikiKeith Master for many years, Clairvoyant/Medium will be at Casa Suelo Des Granador, Arboleas.

Total Collected Many of you will have met Sue previously.

A confidential, private one hour meeting is 30 euros.

APSA is grateful to the Alm Please telephone Eve Morgan, to arrange an Pricebusters for their mon appointment.

0034 647 203 652

The proceeds of which wil LEARN SPANISH WITH“PACO” APSA. SHOPPING

SHOP ASSISTANT - dependiente TO BUY - comprar Many Thanks for your SHOPPING CENTRE - centro comercial CHANGING ROOM - probador CLOTHES SHOP- tienda de ropa RECEIPT - recibo Keith Roberts SPORTS GOODS - articulos deportivos DEP. STORE - grandes almacenes I would like to buy some perfume for my wife Quisiera comprar un perfume para mi mujer How much would you like to spend?

Not a lot between........... ¿Cuanto quiere gastarse?

No mucho entre..........

I like this one how much does it cost?

Me gusta éste ¿cuanto cuesta?

It’s very expensive/too expensive Es muy caro/demasiado caro Have you got anything cheaper? ¿Tiene algo mas barato?

Ok, i will take this one De acuerdo, me llevaré éste Learn more Spanish with Paco at Campsite Los Gallardos, Lessons based in conversation, All levels catered for plus Private lessons!

Contact Paco-661 142 606 or email pacospanish@yahoo.es

Come join us on our Facebook group PACO SPANISH LESSONS

The Royal British Legion

Spain District North

• The Royal British Legion provides lifelong support for the Armed Forces community – serving men and women, veterans and their families.

• If you feel we can help you, please ring 676 451 780 (9-5 weekdays) or email assistance.rbl.dns@gmail.com.

• Any general enquiries to 648 860 251 (10-4 weekdays) To the memory of the fallen and the future of the living

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Classifieds advertise your unwanted items Free up to €300 email: sales@soltimes.com by TUESday 5pm

Chest Freezer 116x (tensai)

60x 85, as new, cost 285€, only 120€ ono. Tel: 950 064 797

Asus 10

Zenpad

tablet/ laptop2300 series, only 11 mth old, used twice, touch screen, includes separate keypad and cover/stand.

Immaculate and very smart, boxed £230 (no offers please as cost much more) Tel: 634 341 117, Los Carrascos area.

Exercise Bike ,

folds flat easily, as new, immaculate condition, top quality, has timer/ counter attached, adjustable. £130 Tel: 634 341 117.

Los Carrascos area. euro. Garrucha Ceramic heated Tel: 671 880 351.

str aightening 2 Black hairbrush (as Leather car advertised on tv). seats, with

heats to 450 deg f.

60 min auto shutoff, lcd screen.

6ft swivel cord, temp control. £20.new Tel: 634 341 117.

Los Carrascos area.

track, all electric, can be seen working, good condition, 60€ pair tel: 689 278 882 Albanchez.

A r ti s t s T.V. Sony 25” French Easel

Folds neatly, 2 compartment drawer, Good condition.

40€.

Garrucha. Tel: 671 880 351

with matching stand, good working order 70€ Tel: 661 016 366.

Brand new Golf Clubs, Full Golf Shoes

Set, Mixed brands, - white - Footjoy bag included, Good Size 40 or 6 condition 50€, Tel: 1/2. Price 25€.

671 880 351 Phone 950 091 Golf Bugg 846 or 697 297 Good condition 15€ 929.

TELEPHONE

952 561 245 Monday to Friday Between 10am & 5pm

or EMAIL us Send your advert or lineage to

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IN PERSON

above New Horizon Villas los carasoles, 27 Zurgena, 04650, Almeria

Mon to Fri 10am - 5pm

air con

MD Air-Conditioning & Refrigeration S.L. City & Guilds Fully Qualified F-Gas Certified

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not a jack of all trades

For all your installation or service requirements including our latest MD Air-Conditioning & Refrigeration S.L offers telephone info@md-aircon.com 950 432 110 / 607 364 917

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Digital Vision

Air Conditioning Services all areas

covered based in Mojacar & with 10 years experience

We offer competitive affordable rates visit

www.digitalvisiones.com email: info@digitalvisiones.com

Tel: 645 294 064/950 472 081

airport services

www.AAparking.es

Tel: 639 081 067 Cheap

Airport Parking

Alicante Almeria Murcia

Servicing / Repairs

Plus Call: 952 561 245 alternative energy

drainage

Solar Wind Power solutions

Drainage

Over 15 years installation experience. established 12 years in Spain.

Call Phil for competitive prices 636 261 240 email:info@sunergy almeria.com

www.sunergy almeria.com

www.ecocorpshop.com are you getting frustrated at ever increasing electricity bills do you want a clean, reliable energy alternative if so call ecocorp on 671 716 597 or 950 930 187 for a no obligation quotation

baby hire

BABY HIRE

Everything for the visiting baby Car seats, high chairs, stair gates, cots etc

950 436 581/666 375 688

expectingababy.2006@gmail.com

Solutions

• Emergency Drain Cleaning • High Pressure Water Jetting • CCTV Surveys • Drainage Repairs • Location of Cesspits • Qualified Engineer • Expert Reports

Established 10 years in spain Tel: 616 531 283 or 670 088 966

LICENSED POZO/septic tank emptying • Installation of new septic tanks with certificates • Repairs to existing pozos • CCTV Camera Inspection Call Andy on 950 091 109 or 648 768 587 Email: blockeddrainsrus@albox-online.net

Gardening

potty finca services

BUSINESS FOR SALE

professional tree felling & pruning,

Business for Sale in Albox

including all types of palm trees

Est. 10 years Prime Location Good Customer Base For more information

Find us on Potty Finca

spanish registered.

Tel: 607 375 697

ring john or Ruth on 616 855 294 or 950 163 930

Business for Sale in Albox

man in a van

MAN & VAN

Prime Location, Good Customer Base Call for more information

Collection & Deliveries

computers

Contact John 0034 634 368 071 00447 939 880110

Tel: 634 395 085

Steve Hayes Informatica

Pc’s, Laptops, Printers etc.

Sales & Repairs on-site callout / tuition. Consumables Albox, Almeria

Tel: 950 120 900

See Your Advert Here!!

Next week

SERVICES

Available 7 days a Week

chalmersj8@hotmail.co.uk

motoring

FOR SALE

7 Seater Chrysler Voyager, 11 months ITV, Clean Bodywork/Inside, New Tyres & Battery.

1,500€

Te l : 6 3 0 2 3 1 6 4 4

health & beauty

avon cosmetics Tel Claire 691 987 454 avonfromclaire @yahoo.es hobby/ craft

ELAINE’S WOOLS Quality UK Wool & Accessories.

Come & view my DISPLAY. Also Available at CAT Services & Total Entertainment Tel 667 273 889 elaineswools@ gmail.com

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Tel: Paulette on 950 121 936 Or email: sales@ soltimes.com

iron/metal

The Metal works Grills, railings, gates of all types, security / sliding / roller, rejas, concertina doors etc.

Tel: Keith Wood

638 900 949 locksmith Phil the Pick Locksmith

24 hours.

Locked Out? Locks fitted/ upgraded house safes. Arboleas & surrounding area.

Special weekend rates.

T: 697 243 181

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bob The Painter

All aspects of P&D, Interior & Exterior, Gates, Rejas & Boundary Walls

FULLY LEGAL

Free Quotations Tel: 662 597 596 - 660 072 171 bobthepainter75@hotmail.com

ENTIRE PAINT All aspects of painting Interior or Exterior All metal work painted Experienced, reliable and honest For a free quote

Tel: 625 950 635 Email

entirepaint2000@gmail.com

removals

REMOVALS

spain uk spain

For a friendly reliable service, speak to John.

No job too small, from local delivery & removal service to international deliveries and collections.

Pet Transportation available.

Fully licensed UK: 00447 939 88 0110 Spain: 0034 634 368 071 chalmersJ8@hotmail.co.uk

sat / tv services

IPTV Spain UK TV Leading the way in UK TV

Our systems are the best in the current market.

If your current system is more expensive put ours on your box for 169€ per year.

www.iptv-spain-uktv.com Tel: 699 386 277 info@satellitetvinspain.com

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situations vacant Urgently required Experienced Sales Staff required for 2 shops of second hand furniture Sales Experience Required Telephone for more details 622 288 750 / 679 207 541

WANTED Part time gardener/handyman Vera Pueblo Area Regular Work

Tel: David 667 702 887

To advertise here call: 950 121 936

Wildlife photographer captures rare sight of lion cubs just a few hours old

It looks like the perfect image of a mother’s love – a newborn lion cub nuzzling its mother for protection.

The sight of the tiny cub and its two siblings, thought to be just hours old, out in the open so young is rare and was immortalised by British wildlife photographer Vince Burton on a safari trip to Kenya.

But the tale had a tragic end, with the cubs killed just a few days later by the male in their pride.

Vince, 40, spotted the three young cubs during a trip in the Masai Mara.

“Under the slight cover of the small bushes, lay a lioness and beside her were three tiny cubs, only a few hours old, judging by their still wet fur,” he said.

“They were completely helpless,

with their eyes tightly shut. Our guide was as amazed as we were, to see such young cubs out in the open.

“In over 20 years of being a safari guide, he had never seen cubs as young as this.”

Vince and his companions watched as the lioness cleaned the cubs, with a second lioness nearby as well as a single large male.

“Our guide informed us that this was a newly-formed pride. They had been together for the past two months but what had brought them together nobody knew.”

The group visited the cubs again the next day, when they noticed that the male lion was taking no interest in the cubs. The day after, they heard that the cubs had been

killed.

“News had arrived that the male lion had attacked the defenceless cubs during the night,” said Vince.

“Two had been killed instantly and the third was missing, unlikely to have survived.

“The lioness battled to save her babies, however the male was much larger and stronger and she was injured for her bravery. It was quite emotional to hear.

Lulu ’s Dog Grooming Parlour City & Guilds trained Lisa looks after and handles all dogs with the utmost care. Lisa opened after years of working for various vets in and around the area. So much was the demand for her skills that she opened a parlour of her own. Your pet will certainly be pampered after a visit there! Lisa also stocks a wide range of accessories for your pooch.

Pop in for details of her new stock, open including Scalibor, flea, tick & dental mondays treatments and the cheapest prices on Royal Canine food in the area!

Peluqueria Canina For more information or to book an

Lulu’s

professional dog grooming parlour

appointment call

600 046 557,

A 50% charge will apply on Pet Grooming when 24 hours notice to cancel is not given

CLOSED Thurs 13th, Fri 14th, Mon 17th April

Lisa is City & Guilds qualified she sets the standard Others Try to follow Nail Clipping and Anal Glands - Only 5€ each!

No need for appointment

call 600 046 557 for appointments Open 9.30am - 5.30pm Monday - Friday

Avda LePanto, 20, 04800, Albox.

Ken & Jackie Dog & Cat Sitter service

• Your home or ours • Honest & trust worthy • 5 years experience of all types of animals • References available on request

676 389 592

Do you have a story about one of your pet’s? Or from your charity/organisation?

Send to editor@soltimes.com and we can tell the world..

hotel for cats and dogs Aguilas - Tel 639 722 197

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The Lagoon of seven colors The lagoon extends quietly and picturesque next to the village of Bacalar as a perfect scenario for adventure and nature lovers. Bacalar has a lot of history to tell; it was the scenario of multiple clashes between Mayans and Spaniards and later became victims of English, French and Dutch pirates.

The lagoon is only twenty minutes from Chetumal, the capital city of the State, and it is one of the main attractions in Bacalar, because visitors can swim, rent motor or sail boats and also kayak here.

Spending a day admiring the charming flora and fauna of the area.

RIDE ON THE LAGOON The lagoon is the main attraction of the village. It is called the lagoon of seven colors because of the differences in the bottom soils, the difference of depths and the variation in the intensity of the sun rays; all this makes that the water reflects seven different shades of blue.

Enjoy the incomparable landscape by boat, kayak, sailboat or Jet Ski. See the contrast of the lush vegetation surrounding the waters and let yourself be lulled by the birds singing, which will make this a magical experience.

BECOME A PIRATE Take the chance to navigate the rapids flowing into the Hondo River or into the estuary of Chac, the same way as the pirates did in their time.

RENEW YOUR BODY AND SOUL IN T HE LAGOON Find in Bacalar an ideal place for relaxation: the energy transmitted fills you with an inexplicable sense of peace and tranquility. Let the elements of nature help this healing experience.

Playa del Carmen Cirque du Soleil

Powder White Sand

Cirque du Soleil are found in the Riviera Maya a fantastic site to establish a show that brings together the wonders of this circus company with the history, culture, nature and characters of Mexico.

Let your imagination run wild and immerse yourself in the history of Joya, where by means of hallucinating effects and scenographies you will feel part of history itself.

Enjoy to the maximum the dances, music, colors and flavors that transport you to pre-Hispanic Mexico, which fused with amazing creativity.

Playa del Carmen is one of the favorite destinations for vacation, especially in summer, according to Trip Advisor, as it is an idyllic place located in the heart of the Riviera Maya with fine white sand and blue-green waters, you will always find a Hammock and an umbrella to sunbathe and rest, especially in the edge of town that offers the quietest beach areas.

If you prefer action, in Playa del Carmen you will find water activities such as windsurfing, jet skis, kayaking or diving in the impressive Mayan coral reef.

Great musicians of Mexican and international jazz offer concerts every year.

The beauty of the beaches and the many activities that Playa del Carmen has for you will force you to come back.

The Underwater Art Museum (MUSA) seeks to demonstrate the coexistence between art and the environment. It consists of pieces of a special marine concrete which facilitates the creation of corals on its surface placed on the seabed and which have become a refuge for marine life in the form of artificial reefs.

Marvel at the more than 500 sculptures that the MUSA has permanently submerged.

Examine the sculptures fixed to the bottom of the sea in an area of more than 420 square meters with its more than 200 tons of art. Discover the two galleries that make up the museum: Manchones and Punta Nizuc.

In addition, if you do not want to get wet, you can opt for the visit aboard the glass bottom boat. It is a boat with crystals on the sides where you can see a fragment of the second largest barrier reef in the world, turtles, parrot fish, angel fish and many other wonders.

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Travel INSIDERS

Fuerteventura Discover The Island

LETS Travel

Roquetas de Mar is known not only for it’s fishing village traditions which are carried on today through gastronomy and annual festivals, but also for its fame as a resort town. Within the municipality of Roquetas el Mar is the famous “Aguadulce” (Fresh Water) resort – one of the first tourist resorts established in Spain in the 1960’s and has been classified as a Centre of National Touristic Interest. The municipality also borders or includes important nature reserves and natural parks. The village of Roquetas de Mar offers sightseers the 18th century Our Lady of the Rosary Church (Iglesia de Nuestra Señora del Rosario), the 16th century Santa Ana Castle, Roman remains and the Santa Ana lighthouse among other examples of local architecture and historical remains.

If it’s archaeology that interests you, the town does have remains dating back before the advent of Roman rule in Spain.

Water sports are very popular in Fuerteventura. Every year hundreds of surfers, windsurfers, kitesurfers, and divers descend on Fuerteventura and during July the island is host to the P.W.A world windsurfing speed and slalom event at Sotavento in the south.

There are many new attractions inviting tourists to discover different aspects of the Island’s landscape and culture such as the Betancuria Museum of Archaeology and Ethnography and Tefia Craft Village to name but a few. Fuerteventura has miles and miles of broad sandy beaches and golden sand dunes make Fuerteventura the ideal holiday resort for everyone. There is no other island in the Canaries with as many enormous sand dunes and long sandy beaches (more than one hundred and fifty). Even though most of the land on Fuerteventura consists of stone and rock, this island has some of the most impressive beaches in the whole of Europe.

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Except for a enthusiastic core of Alfisti, many of today’s car buyers haven’t heard of Alfa Romeo, let alone know how to spell it”

Alfa Romeo practically invented the sport sedan segment more than a half century ago. Its Giulia TI sedan was every bit the dynamic equivalent of the brand’s sports cars and roadsters. But a two-

decade-long time-out from the U.S. market led to Alfa Romeo dropping out of the new-car conversation.

Now, that’s about to change.

Alfa Romeo is back, baby, and the $72,000 Quadrifoglio is the all-in performance variant of Alfa’s brand-new Giulia luxury sedan.

With a Ferrari-derived 505-horsepower twin-turbo V6 lurking under its carbonfiber hood, it can storm from rest to 60 miles per hour in 3.8 seconds, about the time it takes to say “the 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio.” Alfa claims the Quadrifoglio tops out at a head-clearing 191 mph and

is the fastest four-door ever tested at Germany’s storied Nurburgring.

In daily service, two rear doors add 5-passenger practicality, with a decentsized rear seat and trunk.

Alfa’s Quadrifoglio also brings tasteful leather-and Alcantara trim, up-to-date infotainment with navigation and an 8.8-inch touchscreen and the latest safety tech such as dynamic cruise control with full stop, lanedeparture warning and blind spot and rear cross-traffic monitoring.

Practical, sure, but what the Quadrifoglio is really about involves a big red “start” button on the steering wheel.

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DNA switch to Race mode and exercise the car’s active suspension, torque-vectoring differential, and Brembo high-performance brakes to the epic crackle and pop of the dual-mode, quadoutlet exhaust. Dynamic engagement is what makes this car and its driver feel so alive.

It took on some longtime favorites but the New York Daily News Autos team of experts concur that the allnew 2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio is the top choice among performance luxury cars. If you want to also consider additional wellregarded entries, here is a list of alternative offerings worthy of your consideration, listed in Alfabetical order.

Suzuki GSX250R Price Announced The Suzuki will compete with the likes of KTM’s sporty single-cylinder RC390, which costs £4,999 and the class pioneer, Kawasaki’s Ninja 300, which retails for £4,799.

On price at least, the Suzuki has the KTM and Kawasaki beat.

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19th Hole Golf Society, Match Report

On Thursday 6th April the Aguilon Golf Resort hosted 47 members and guests of the 19th Hole Golf Society to play a 4 Ball Waltz and an Individual Stableford Competition.

As always the course was in near perfect condition with Greens with such subtle burrows Pythagaras would find difficulty in working out the angles.

Karyn Esposito made light of any difficulties thrown at her by this demanding course, winning the Individual Competition by a fair country mile, scoring 45 points, and helped her team of Zeta Denyer, Richard & Beverly Reader secure second place in the Waltz scoring 85 points. Chris Gledhill’s team of Vince Swain, John Kennedy and David Wadey took the win with a massive 90 points with the Team of Nigel Greenwood, Paco Ocaña Grajal, Steve Tucker and Ellen Lea in third place with 81 points. Steve Tucker registered his first individual success in two years of playing with the 19th Hole by taking a Nearest the Pin and converting it into a Two on the water protected 14th Hole. Octogenarian Ron (The Rocket) Curtis grabbed a Nearest the Pin on the tricky 8th Hole.

Result:Waltz 1st Chris Gledhill, Vince Swain, John

Kennedy and David Wadey, 90 points 2nd Karyn Esposito, Zeta Denyer, Richard & Beverly Reader, 85 points.

3rd Nigel Greenwood, Paco Ocaña Grajal, Steve Tucker and Ellen Lea, 81 points.

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Antoine Griezmann scored a late equaliser in the Madrid derby as Atletico held La Liga leaders Real.

Real took a deserved lead when Pepe, who later went off injured with broken ribs, headed home Toni Kroos’ free-kick. The European champions continued to dominate but without really testing keeper Jan Oblak on too many occasions. And Griezmann levelled for third-placed Atletico when he slid home Angel Correa’s through ball. Real are three points clear at the top of La Liga, with a game in hand on Barcelona, after Barca’s 2-0 defeat at Malaga later on Saturday.

On the balance of play, Real should have won the derby - with Karim Benzema forcing a good first-half save from Oblak and defender Stefan Savic brilliantly clearing Cristiano Ronaldo’s shot off the line.

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have done something wrong behind the scenes.

“The older ones feel protective of the younger players, and they won’t be happy, and it happened at Chelsea, the older ones won’t be happy with that as well.”

“It’s bizarre. I find it bizarre. It’s almost like he’s trying to force him out of the football club with the stuff he’s saying.

Thompson says Mourinho has held back from criticising the likes of Paul Pogba, Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Wayne Rooney Thompson says Mourinho has held back from criticising the likes of Paul Pogba, Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Wayne Rooney Matt Le Tissier, also speaking on Soccer Saturday, said he finds the criticism of Shaw bizarre, and says the defender must

“You’d expect a manager to be more supportive of a young player - I don’t know what’s gone on there, but there must be something that has got under Jose Mourinho’s skin, for him to publicly humiliate Luke Shaw there.

“It’s bizarre to me and I’m not quite sure what’s gone on. It would be interesting to see what has gone on to make Jose Mourinho comment about him like that.”

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Jose Mourinho could be on his way to losing some of the Manchester United dressing room with his criticism of Luke Shaw, says Phil Thompson.

parallels to his criticism of Ruben LoftusCheek while Chelsea manager, and says he is not giving other players in the squad the same public appraisal.

Mourinho called Shaw’s understanding of the game into question after the leftback’s second-half cameo against Everton.

Paul Merson says Mourinho is being too harsh on Shaw

The defender was restored to Manchester United’s matchday squad following clearthe-air talks with Mourinho after the manager criticised Shaw’s work ethic.

“I tell you this because I told him already,” Mourinho said. “He had a good performance but it was his body with my brain. He was in front of me and I was making every decision for him.”

Speaking on Soccer Saturday, Thompson says the treatment of Shaw draws

Paul Merson says Mourinho is being too harsh on Shaw “Ibrahimovic has had certain times in the season where he doesn’t score goals, he would never dare criticise him.

Rooney has not even featured, we don’t even see him anymore, yet there’s never any criticism,

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