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Galván gives his side of the story
The pederast Daniel Galván, who is accused of the abuse of a minor in 2004, has begun his testimony at the Court of Instruction Number 4, after arriving from the Soto del Real prison, where he was admitted on August 6 after his pardon was revoked in Morocco by King Mohamed VI. A large crowd of onlookers and media gathered. Armed officers and local police set up a safety barriers in the vicinity of the courts to avoid any possible incidents as he was escorted, accompanied by a dozen policemen, from a police vehicle to the front door of the courthouse. A representative of the Ministerio Público and the lawyers of both the accused and the family of the child were present in court. This is the second citation in this case at the Court of Instruction No. 4, Torrevieja. The first hearing was suspended because the minor, who had been in a holding centre, had escaped, according to information given by the Tribunal Superior de Justicia de la Comunitat Valenciana (TSJCV). The testimony of the child about the incident in 2004 is vital, as the complaint by the parents of the child is generic, ie , although there was possible sexual abuse, there is ‘no detail whatsoever’. Galván, through his lawyer Manuel Maza, has pleaded innocent of the alleged abuse to the child, which it is claimed occurred in Torrevieja. Maza explained that Galván and the family met in Torrevieja when the family of the child, who was then between four and five years old, showed interest in buying an apartment in the building where Galván resided. Apparently this sale process required someone who spoke English, so they asked Galván, who is multilingual, to act as intermediary. According to counsel, the friendship endured to the degree that he frequently was left to care for the child. However, the friendship deteriorated over a small traffic accident, when the family wished to include Galván on the insurance manifest, in order to avoid the consequences of the accident. He refused and the child’s father ‘called him a coward and threatened him,’ and the lawyer considers that this disagreement may be the origin of the complaint against his client. He stressed that the family ‘presents very few facts, and without any proof; such as the date on which the minor allegedly told his mother what had happened’. In Counsel’s view, there are contradictions in the statements put forward by both parties and dismissal was requested until the matter had been reconsidered. After his appearance the pederast was led in handcuffs to a Guardia Civil vehicle to be transferred back to the prison of Soto del Real, near Madrid , Daniel Galván, 65, was sentenced in 2011 to 30 years in prison for abusing 11 children aged between 2 and 14 years. The sentence was upheld on appeal, although at the end of July he was released in a deal involving the collective pardon of 48 Spanish prisoners. However, after protests by the public King Mohamed VI revoked the pardon, and Galván was re-arrested in Murcia.
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Three babies are receiving preventive medication and are in single rooms after the bacterium Klebsiella was found in the mother and child area of the Hospital Santa Lucía, according to the Consejería de Sanidad. This is the same type of bacteria that recently caused the death of a premature newborn in the Unidad de Neonatos del Hospital Reina Sofía de Córdoba. The bacterium was detected last week in routine weekly checks. These checks are conducted at least twice as frequently in the operating theatres because of the heightened risk of infection in these areas. An official spokesman stressed that there was no danger to children and said that in a hospital, as elsewhere, there are numerous types of bacteria, so controls and treatments to prevent infections and continuously updated. It is reported that no patient has developed any disease related to these bacteria, but the Hospital Santa Lucía has launched the appropriate protocol for eliminating it, is providing preventative medication to patients and taking measures to avoid contagion.A Hospital spokesman said that the situation was under control, and the three babies are in single rooms ‘because there is enough space.’
Cieza float parade cancelled due to rain storm
The Ayuntamiento de Cieza had to suspend the traditional parade of floats planned for last Thursday through the streets of Cieza due to heavy downpours of rain that left many areas of the town in a bad state of repair. Municipal sources said that it was a necessary to take this action for the safety of the public.
almond thieves caught!
The Policía Local caught two local residents red-handed, picking almonds on agricultural land without the consent of the owner. They had picked four sackfuls, with an approximate weight of 200 kilos, valued in the market at around 360 euros.
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bird of prey feturned to the wild
A young Bonelli’s Eagle has been returned to the wild after being found wounded near Carrascoy. Agentes Medioambientales de la Comunidad released the bird last week. It was rescued after being found injured by an irrigation pond near the Sierra de Carrascoy . The species, which is endangered, is the subject of the Programa de Seguimiento Biológico y Reproductivo (Biological Monitoring and Reproductive Programme) held annually by the Dirección General de Medio Ambiente de la Consejería de Presidencia (Environmental Directorate General of the Ministry of the Presidency). In the last census carried out in the Region, only 22 breeding pairs were located; thus the estimated national population is about 700 pairs. Before its release, the bird was ringed for identification. The bird has been recovering for more than two months at the Centro de Fauna Silvestre de El Valle, in Murcia. He had been suffering from severe malnutrition and dehydration. According to the Agentes Medioambientales, the bird, a young male, probably became disoriented, and lost from the parent birds too early, before he was able to hunt for himself. Almost to the point of death, he was carefully treated by the veterinary team at the Centro, who hydrated and fed him until he was able to fend for himself. After reaching the optimal weight, he was released from a high cliff at the Centro de Recuperación de Albacete. According to officials, the threats to the species are varied: Poisons, fire, disease and electrocution on power lines, where the birds perch to locate prey, all affect these birds. In 2011 and 2012 in Alhama a total of seven Bonelli eagles fell victim to electrocution.
horses killed in stable fire
Two horses have been killed in a fire at a warehouse used as stabling, and for the storage of straw. The fire, whose cause has not yet been determined, commenced at around 1.45 in the early hours of the morning, and swept quickly through the building in Calle Cabeza del Caballo.
SOLTIMES SEPTEMBER 2013 The Bomberos from Lorca and Águilas attended the blaze, working all night to extinguish the fire, which eventually became extinct around 7am. Apart from the death of the two horses, there was extensive damage to the warehouse and its contents.
dog restrictions checked
Members of the Protectora Madrileña ‘El Refugio’ (Madrid Protection ‘El Refugio’) have travelled to Águilas ‘to check the level of restrictions placed on people who have dogs.’ They are objecting to a sign that reads Prohibido pasear perros y excrementos- bajo multa (Walking of dogs and excrement prohibited on penalty of fines) The members have arrived in the town ‘to check the level of discrimination against people with dogs.’ The Protectora has produced a story in which ‘Manchita’ a bitch weighing 10 kilos, tries to access different locations in the Municipality. The aim of the story is to make a change in the law so that people who have dogs have equal access to public spaces as do those without dogs.
storms create over 100 emergencies
Almost 100 emergencies have been attended during the three days of storms in the region. According to meteorologist Luis Bañón the region has had the equivalent of 6% of the annual rainfall during this time - more than 300 litres per square metre. He said the gota de fría ‘is not usual in August. The rainfall corresponds to the months of September and October. Parts of the Community have experienced weather classed as ‘severe’, such as in Calabardina, Águilas, and places in the north east and the Altiplano, while Yecla and Jumilla experienced hail storms. The Centro de Coordinación de Emergencias managed a total of 98 issues related to heavy rain, with Murcia and Águilas being most affected, and the 112 emergency telephone number handled a total of 103 storm-related calls. The streets of Águilas were the hardest hit area, with 27 litres per square metre falling in just two hours and forcing
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the temporary closure of the D -14. Another of the hardest hit areas was the Playa de Las Delicias, where the Rambla de Las Culebras overflowed. Although the rain was not as heavy in the town, ground runoff from further inland swelled the flow, causing flooding at the Rambla mouth. However, other than mud and debris, there was no other material damage. A tornado struck in Lorca. The Diputaciones Lorquinas of La Parroquia and La Hoya experienced a waterspout, which lasted for fifteen minutes. Although the streets were inundated with water, there was no major damage. The Servicio de Emergencias was called to the Rambla de Ramonete, due to the level of water and the amount of debris being carried along by the flood. The road to the coastal development of Puntas de Calnegre was closed, and troops were called to the Rambla de Puntas, where the water level was giving concern. In Albudeite a landslide caused the partial collapse of one of the terraced houses situated on the right bank of the Río Mula. The landslide caused only material damage, and mainly affected the riverside footpath. The areas was sealed off by the Bomberos and the Policía Local to prevent further accidents to walkers, and because of the risk of further landslides. On the Thursday the Bomberos del Consorcio de Extinción de Incendios y Salvamento de la Región de Murcia attended 61 call-outs: 32 were to pump out flood water, 14 to extinguish fires, and 8 were rescues.
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Marconi and Thomas Edison, would have certainly approved! Twentyseven assorted radios, have been on display during the month of August, at the Museo Aerona’utio, San Javier, being part of lifetime collection of Francisco Perez Garcia.
Rob Barnes moved to live in Spain, 7 years ago. In the UK, amongst other things, he was the Chair of the Midlands Regions, Independent Television Commission. His hobbies include Industrial Archaeology, Mine exploration and photography (Sierra Minera) and is on a quest to get a quality cast conditioned real ale here in Spain! Email Rob at garfieldglencroft@hotmail.com
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The game will be preceded by the presentation of the new Torrevieja squad, along with pre-match entertainment.
M a r c o n i p h o n e , Regentphone, Invicta, Ekco, Cossor, H.M.V., and Philips, were just some of the many manufactures represented. A couple of wartime civilian receivers were also on show. A rather fine bakerlite Philips receiver, linked to a circular speaker the size of dustbin lid, took pride of place in the exhibition. All receivers were in working order, with triode, tetrode and pentode valves, glowing within the dark recesses of wooden cabinets. A crystal set, complete with a cat’s whisker, sat proudly between two of it’s mains operated brothers! A colleague, who worked alongside Stanley “Are you sitty camfiybold two square on your
Man in Black
Just for a change, this is the “Man in Black” from the U.S. of A., and not, our friend from Royal Leamington Spa, Nigel Hopkins!
recently promoted to the 1st., division” Segunda” and play a mean game of soccer.
I can’t guarantee Morris or Maypole Dancing for the pre-match frivolities, but an excellent game is on the cards.
botty, then I’ll begin” Unwin, at the B.B.C. transmitter at Daventry, United Kingdom, often mentioned they could receive the Light Programme (Radio 2 in new money) on the kettle in their canteen! Powerful stuff, these radio waves! Francisco has promised to let me know the date, time and place of his next show, so more of us can come and view the wireless sets that we grew up with.
The Director of International Residents asks if I would mention a couple of attractions taking place in the City of Salt this coming Saturday, the 7th., of September. At 19.00 Hrs., the Vicente Garcia Stadium (See photograph) in Torrevieja, will be the place to be, to see F.C. Torrevieja take on F.C. Elche. Founded in 1923, Elche were
The showing takes place at the Torrevieja Christian Fellowship building, on the Avenida de las Cortes Valencianas 68, Torrevieja.
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On the same evening, in the main square, Torrevieja, as part of the “Torrevieja-Open Saturdays”, “Campoverde Reef Band” will be playing music from the 60’s, 70,s and 80,s. This accomplished band kicks off at 18.30 Hrs., running on until 20.30 Hrs.. I’m told that shopping and dancing will be encouraged!
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The Gospel Road is a film featuring Johnny Cash. Johnny narrates and sings the story of the life of Christ, and as I remember, this film has received favourable reviews in the past.
It’s on Friday September 6th., and starts at 7 PM.. Entrance is free, and hot-dogs will be available!
Might be a little early in the season for Bovril and hot pies at half time. Price here is 10 euro a ticket.
At 21.00Hrs., on Saturday the 14th., at the splendid International Music Conservatory, there is a “Two for one” offer! This fine orchestra will take to the stage, to perform four seasons from Vivaldi, and four seasons from Piazzola. Under the baton of Director / Conductor Jose’ Francisco Sa’nchez, and lead violinist Ozsana Solovieva, “Las 8 Estaciones / The 8 seasons” will delight, what I’m sure, will be a “Full House” on this autumnal evening. Tickets can be obtained from the little booking office building, in the square, in front of the Municipal Theatre, Torrevieja, at only 6 euro each. Rude to miss it.
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Ten-figure sums of euros still circulating in pesetas
Nearly 1.7 billion euros in pesetas are still stashed in houses throughout the country, according to the Bank of Spain. Some 874 million euros’ worth of the old currency, which was phased out in early 2002, are in notes and 807 million in coins. Last year alone, the Bank of Spain changed 16 million euros – 2,662 million pesetas – and in July this year, two million euros were handed out in exchange for 333 million of the former currency. Around 45 per cent of pesetas as yet unchanged will never be handed in, since they are being kept by collectors, small notes or coins held by Spaniards as ‘souvenirs’, or are deteriorated or out of the country – many are believed to be in purses and wallets of onetime tourists to Spain who kept them as a collector’s item due to their minimal value if exchanged, and some hang onto their coins and notes believing that one day they may be worth a lot more money than their face value. Once the euro came in on January 1, 2002, the government – then under PP leader José María Aznar – introduced a three-month phasing-out period for pesetas, whereby they were still accepted until March 31, 2002 – after which they could be exchanged at banks and other currency outlets until June 30. In the first nine months or so of 2002, getting euro notes changed for coins was a difficult exercise because there were not enough of these about in the country. From July 1 that year, anyone who wanted to exchange their pesetas for euros had to do so in person at the Bank of Spain. The very last day upon which pesetas can be exchanged is New Year’s Eve in 2020, the day before the 19th anniversary of the introduction of the euro to Spain.
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Spain to simplify Employment contracts
Spain’s Minister of Labour today announced plans to simplify the paperwork involved in hiring workers, reducing the former minefield of conditions to just 5 categories of contracts: Permanent; Temporary; Relief; Work experience and Apprenticeships. According to an article by El Pais, there are currently 41 different formulas for hiring workers in Spain, accompanied by a mass of different incentive arrangements provided by the government, such as reduced Social Security contributions. “The existence of a high number of formulae and a
Spanish woman, 28, arrested over Brit hit-and-run death on Costa Blanca
A woman aged 28 who did not have a driving licence has been caught and arrested over a hit-and-run incident leading to the death of a British pedestrian in Torrevieja (Alicante) in February. The accused, a Spanish national, is said to have been driving a car she owned when knocked down a 74-yearold expatriate crossing the C/ Rodrigo on the urbanisation La Siesta, exactly six months ago today. He was rushed to hospital but died a few hours later from his injuries. The woman is said to have left the victim lying on the tarmac and fled the scene, but police recognised her vehicle some months later and tracked her down. According to the Guardia Civil, the driver – identified only by her initials of S.P.G., tried to sell the car immediately after the accident to avoid being caught. She has been charged with causing death by dangerous driving, failure to provide assistance, and driving without a licence, and has been remanded in custody.
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Thousands of British/EU citizens have now come forward to reclaim up to £400 million in overpaid inheritance tax (IHT) by the Spanish government after the Spanish tax loop was recently discovered. With the average reclaim amount currently being £12,000, higher than the original estimated average of £10,000. Background: Up to 40,000* UK families who have been lucky enough to be gifted with an inherited property in Spain have fallen foul of a Spanish tax loop that has seen them overcharged Spanish IHT (inheritance tax) to the tune of £400 million, whilst Spanish residents paid close to 0% IHT. • The different IHT treatment between residents and non-residents recently led the European Commission to take Spain before the European Court of Justice on March 7 2012, as it is the European Commission’s belief that the current Spanish inheritance tax provisions infringe EU treaty freedoms when either the heirs or deceased persons are non-residents in Spain. • “Experts state it is very risky to wait for the ECJ ruling. It is impossible to know when the ECJ ruling will be taken and due to legal time limits cases may have expired by then and the claim could not be filed anymore.” In addition, the sooner claims are filed, the sooner people affected may get their refund. However, the Spanish IHT rules are still in force and conservative estimates based on data from the Spanish Tax Authorities has indicated that 60,000 UK families have been overcharged IHT by an average of £12,000 each in the last 8 years. However, only 40,000 are still able to make a claim due to the Spanish legal time limits, which stop claimants attempting to make a claim after 4 years from the tax payment date. Experts believe it will take 2 more years for the Spanish Authorities to amend the IHT Laws so, any non Spanish resident who inherit in the future cal also claim almost 100% of the inheritance taxes to be paid.
complex system of incentives constitute an obstacle for the small businessman,” Báñez told the congressional committee on employment. She said the technical work on simplifying the system was well underway with input from all social agents. A makeover of the hiring process has been one of the long-standing demands of the Spanish Confederation of Business Organizations (CEOE), the country’s largest employer group. Báñez said the government also plans to bring together available government incentives for taking on workers under a single legal text in order to “facilitate hiring and give legal security to workers.” The minister also reviewed the impact of the reforms to the laws governing the labor market that were introduced by the government of PM Mariano Rajoy in February of last year. Since the introduction of the changes, which made it easier and cheaper to sack workers,the number of people out of work has risen by almost a million to just under 6 million. Báñez said the growth in exports shows the reforms are working in that area of the economy, and insisted they would also bear fruit in areas related to domestic demand once the economic situation returns to normal. “Although the Spanish economy is emerging from the crisis, it is still in recession, but the export sector is creating jobs,” she said. “It is domestic demand that is pulling down economic activity and when the domestic economy returns to growth, the result of the labor reform will be evident. “If the model is working for the export sector, which has known how to benefit from its advantages, when the economy gets back to normal, the advantages will spread to the general economy.”
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Spain seeking lift with Madrid’s 2020 ‘austerity bid’
For a sports-obsessed country in the grip of a debilitating recession and stained by allegations of political corruption, winning the right to host the 2020 Olympic Games in Madrid is exactly the tonic Spain needs. At least that is what government and bid officials are arguing, according to Reuters News Agency, as they attempt to convince International Olympic Committee (IOC) members the capital deserves to stage the world’s biggest and most expensive sporting event instead of Istanbul or Tokyo. As ordinary Spaniards are forced to swallow cuts in wages and benefits, spending is slashed on public services such as health and education and unemployment hovers just below 30%, Madrid has presented a bid characterised as the “Austerity Games”. Local officials say that with much of the infrastructure already in place, it will be the first time the projected Games budget of some $3.1 billion exceeds investment of just under €1.5 Bln in projects linked to the hosting of the event
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but not directly related. That compares with Istanbul’s massive non-Games budget of around €13 Bln, dwarfing expected Games expenditure of €2.2 Bln. Tokyo, which hosted the Games in 1964, is also planning to incorporate existing venues and has estimated a nonGames budget of around €3.33 Bln compared to €2.57 for the actual event. Madrid’s strategy, their 3rd Olympic bid in a row after failed attempts for the 2012 and 2016 editions, requires a delicate balancing act. On the one hand struggling Spanish tax payers, and particularly residents of the capital, must be persuaded that the long-term benefits of hosting the Olympics outweigh the economic cost. At the same time, IOC members must be convinced that a Madrid Olympics will be a resounding success - something like the Barcelona Games in 1992 despite the drive to keep a lid on spending. Madrid-born Veronica Molina
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An ambitious project to colonise Mars within the next 10 years has so far received 3,621 registrations from Spaniards seeking to be amongst the first humans to live on the red planet. Code named ‘Mars One’, a Dutch not for profit foundation, aims to establish a permanent human settlement on the planet in 2023. The search began for astronauts in April, 2013 and since then more than 165,000 people have registered their desire to leave the confines of planet Earth and head to the untouched climate of Mars. Aashima Dogra, spokeswomen for the Mars One project said “The Mars One Application Program is turning out to be the most desired job vacancy in the world. People from over 140 countries are looking towards the final frontier and envisioning their life on another planet”. The foundation says the technology exists today to make this project a reality which will integrate well tested components readily available from industry
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FOOTWORK DANCE AND PERFORMING ARTS Footwork Dance recently performed their annual “Summer Revue” at the Escuela de Musica y Cultura in Los Montesinos, the school now has a firm following and once again the audience weren’t disappointed. The first half consisted of a demonstration of the students work showing strong technique and discipline, the styles shown ranged from, Ballet to Modern, Jazz to Tap, being shown by students as young as 3 and through to the more mature ladies showing off their dancing skills in Jazz, Dancercise and Tap. It was so nice
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to see how the students are trained and how much they have to learn, all was clearly explained by Principal Erica Dorrill along with her assistant teachers, Rhiane & Ella. During the first half we were also treated to a display of Tai chi by Tai Chi Master Norman Davidson and his wife Margaret along with some of the Tai Chi Class, a beautiful calming routine showing grace and gentle flowing movements, a form of exercise that is suitable for everyone. After seeing how much work the students put into their training it was time to show it all off with a fabulous second half full of colour, vibrance and excitement, Ballet, Tap, Modern, Jazz, Acrobatics we had it all, the West End has arrived in the Costa Blanca! The choreography, costumes, music and lighting were exceptional, congratulations has to go to
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Abortion law reform to be finalised in October
A REFORM to the existing abortion law is set to be launched in October, says minister for justice Alberto RuizGallardón (pictured). Although he does not give details of the final draft, the minister – and former mayor of Madrid – insists it will be in keeping with the PP’s original stance and ‘respects the rights of women’. Ruiz-Gallardón denied rumours that the party was divided over the contents, and stressed that the final law will have the unanimous approval of all members. So far, plans for changing the abortion law text have divided the nation, since it will be
considerably more restrictive than the existing legislation drawn up by the socialists during their reign between 2004 and the end of 2011. Under the PSOE, a woman in Spain could terminate a pregnancy on similar terms to those of women in many northern European countries – where the child would be born with a handicap or genetic illness that would shorten his or her life expectancy or impede quality of life for the child and parents; where the mother’s physical or mental health could be adversely affected, or for other, sound reasons relating to the impossibility of bringing the child up. These would be performed
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on the national health system provided a psychiatrist gave clearance, and mothers aged 16 and 17 did not have to obtain their parents’ consent. In many other northern European countries, including the UK, a patient of any age – including under 16 – can request their medical details remain confidential and do not need their parents’ consent, nor are they obliged to inform them, before terminating a pregnancy. The PP wants to change the law so that all women under the age of 18 and therefore considered ‘minors’ must obtain their parents’ written permission first, and the only feasible grounds for an abortion are that the mother’s or baby’s life or health is at extreme risk. Deformities of the foetus, or any type of handicap or hereditary disorder, would not, the PP originally stated, be grounds for an abortion since this would be against the UN’s stance on equality for the disabled. But the final contents of the new law have not been made public. The text will be presented to the Council of Ministers in October for approval.
BACTERIA COULD protect PEOPLE FROM DISEASE Good bacteria in the gut protect obese people from heart attacks and strokes, according to scientists. A study has found a link between the medical problems caused by being overweight, and the bacterial species in the intestines. People with less of these bugs are more likely to develop metabolic disorders such as cardiovascular diseases and diabetes. A flora with decreased bacterial richness seems to function entirely differently to the healthy variety with greater diversity. In a report by Mail Online Professor Jeroen Raes, of Vrije University in Belgium, is quoted: ‘This is an amazing result with possibly enormous implications for the treatment and even prevention of the greatest public health issue of our time. But we are not there yet. Now we need studies in which we can monitor people for a longer period.’ Metabolic conditions are becoming endemic because of people failing to exercise and eating foods that are high in sugar and fat.It is expected obesity levels will nearly double from 400 million in 2005, to more than 700 million in 2015 – and the trend is expected to persist at least until 2030. Professor Raes and his colleagues examined the intestinal flora of 169 obese and 123 non-obese Danes and found those with low species diversity had more metabolic abnormalities, such as increased body fat and insulin resistance. Professor Raes said: ‘We were able to distinguish between two groups based on their intestinal flora: people with a large
richness of bacterial species in their intestines, and people with less bacterial species. ‘A species-rich bacterial flora appeared to function differently compared to the poorer variety. It was surprising to see obese and nonobese people were found in both groups.’ The scientists found the group with lower species richness in the intestinal flora were more susceptible to developing obesityrelated conditions and chronic inflammation. The obese people in this group were more at risk of cardiovascular conditions than the obese people in the other group. The results are important because they suggest it is not only weight gain and dietary habits that play a role in the development of medical complications in obese people. In a second study published in the same journal, Professor Stanislav Ehrlich of the National Institute of Agronomic Research in Jouy-en-Josas, France, showed eating plenty of fruit and vegetables can boost gut microbes. He looked at 49 obese or overweight individuals and found increasing consumption of high-fibre foods led to more bacterial richness and improved some clinical symptoms associated with obesity. The finding supports previous research linking diet composition to the structure of gut microbe populations - and suggests a permanent change may be achieved through adopting an appropriate diet.
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The figures are for men only as the historical evidence for women’s heights is severely limited. Professor Hatton said: ‘Increases in human stature are a key indicator of improvements in the average health of populations. ‘The evidence suggests that the improving disease environment, as reflected in the fall in infant mortality, is the single most important factor driving the increase in height. ‘The link between infant mortality and height has already been demonstrated by a number of studies.’
Timothy Hatton, Professor of Economics at the University of Essex, examined and analysed figures for the average height - at the age of around 21 - of men from the 1870’s to 1980 in 15 European countries.
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Researchers found the average height of European men has grown by 11 centimetres in just over a century.
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‘One possible reason, alongside the crucial decline in infant mortality, for the rapid growth of average male
He said other factors in the increase in average male height include an increased income per capita; more sanitary housing and living conditions; better general education about health and nutrition which led to better care for children and young people within the home; and better social services and health systems.
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He added: ‘This is striking because the period largely pre-dates the wide implementation of major breakthroughs in modern medicine and national health services.
height in this period was that there was a strong downward trend in fertility at the time, and smaller family sizes have already been linked with increasing height.’
Men are four inches taller than they were 100 years ago, according to a new study.
Infant mortality rates fell from an average of 178 per 1,000 in the period from 1871 to 1875 to 120 per 1,000 in 1911 to 1915. They then plummeted to 41 in 1951 to 1955 and just 14 from 1976 to 1980.
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The vistas de Murcia calendar returns after a one year absence. Thanks to customer demand Mark, the photographer behind the calendar was encouraged to produce a limited edition calendar for 2014. ‘Last year I was away at the time I would normally have published the calendar, so it wasn’t feasible to put one together for 2013. Whilst I was in Barcelona I was surprised how many people contacted me asking where they could find a copy. Jokingly I said at the time it was a good year to give the calendar a break as 13 is an unlucky number. As it turned out the first 6 months of this year have been! But out of all that has been happening I promised if I could find time to take new photographs I would put together a calendar as a thank you to everyone who has supported my work over the last 7 years’
CHARITY RAFFLE FOR MABS 39 expectant golfers tee´d off in the Spanish sunshine at La Manga Golf Resort on Monday 26th August for the Charity Golf Day organised by Costa Calida Golf Tours. For Donna and Andy Walsh of Costa Calida Golf Tours this is their way of showing their appreciation for the help and support they have received over the past 12 months. In addition to the golf competition there was a grand raffle again organised by the couple to boost the funds. Everyone was very generous and purchased tickets n the hope of winning one of the great prizes. In total 428€ was raised which was presented to Janet Bell, Area Co-Ordinator for MABS Mar Menor. Janet thanked everyone and said “It is only through very kind donations such as this that MABS Cancer Support Group is able to continue its working supporting Cancer patients and their families in the Murcia/Mar Menor area. Donna and Andy’s are also supporting MABS at their local bar La Rosa, in San Cayetano who running a weekly Quiz in aid of MABS, so far they have raised a staggering 600€, and there is still 4 more weeks to go! MABS Murcia / Menor are currently supporting more than 50 patients and their families in the local area. If you would like to become a volunteer or would like more information on what you can do to help MABS call 634 353 575
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This comparatively insignificant item in the Hobart (Australia) Mercury, published on Thursday October 4th 1942, first alerted the World to the massacre, during the previous month, of a number of Missionaries in Papua New Guinea, who, in the face of Japanese advances, had opted to stay in the territory and carry on their work, regardless of the consequences. It later transpired that in all, some 330 church workers, primarily occupied in offering medical care to the indigenous population, and none armed or in any way involved in the war, had been executed by the Japanese during that fateful September as they prepared to move south from their beachhead at Gona, along the Kokoda Trail towards the capital, Port Moresby. Many, both men and women, were brutally and publicly beheaded in a demonstration to the Papuan people that the Christian God was impotent, unable to save these European adventurers; whose amazing sacrifice, has recently been recognised in a decision to commemorate the Martyrs of Papua New Guinea each year on September 2nd, the date on which these atrocities is believed to have started. For myself, this story has a particular resonance, as for a while in the late seventies I lived and worked in Papua and was able to visit many remote areas of this Country, including sections of the Kokoda Trail, which even then still abounded with evidence of those times, with numerous graves and wrecks of military equipment littering the jungle. And, contrary to the intentions of the invading army, the evidence from the many local people we met suggested that most Papuans had found the quiet submission and devotion of these Christian martyrs clear evidence of the truth and value of their faith. So I believe there is much we can learn from these twentieth century martyrs; their dedication, their commitment to their cause and their willingness to put service and the welfare of others above their own wellbeing. If only I could have a fraction of their faith! Further information about the Anglican Church and details of forthcoming events may be seen on the web site www.mojacarchurch.org . Duncan Burr is Licensed Lay Reader for the Anglican Chaplaincy of Costa Almeria and Costa Cálida and may be contacted at djburr@avired.com
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I understand that if I sell my property I needtothink about the following expenses: solicitors fee, capital gains tax and plusvalía tax. What is plusvalía tax , and how is it calculated? A . Up to recently this was a small tax when you sold or inherited , but now it can be a high amount and needs to be considered before the transaction. It is charged on the transfer of ownership of a property by sale, inheritance etc. . This tax is a local tax charged by each municipality on the increase in value of Urban land in its own district land and is distinct from Capital Gains Tax. It is important to realize that the tax is charged on land alone, not on the buildings that may stand on the land. The rates of tax are set by each municipality and can vary widely between neighbouring municipalities.The tax is based on the increase in the official, that is to say the “Catastral”, value of the land which a property occupies. This is the same value that is used to set your local property tax or “IBI” and can be found on the bill for your “IBI” issued by your local ayuntamiento each year and is shown as the “valor del suelo”.The actual price at which a property changes hands, or the value attributed to it if is the subject of a gift or inheritance is irrelevant. Calculation: The Plusvalia is calculated as a function of the catastral value of the land and the number of years of ownership (up to a maximum of 20 years). The higher the catastral value and the number of years of ownership, the higher the tax. Plusvalia tax = Catastral value of the land x Yearly percentage of value’s increase x Number of years of ownership x Tax rate The yearly percentage of value’s increase and the tax rate are fixed by the Town Halls.They are established locally. Up to now, when a Town Hall had updated the catastral values, usually with really high increases of the values compared to the existing ones, article 107.3 of the Law had established that on the following five years after the revision of the values, the Town Halls had to apply a deduction of 40 to 60 % to the catastral value. If a Town Hall made not contemplation of this rule teh law established an automatic deduction of 60%. However new Law passed in 2012 has changed that situation allowing the Town Halls to eliminate
those deductions, which is why a loto of people are suddenly paying much higher rates and find themselves with an unfairly high plusvalíaa tax when they sell. On a sale of a property it is the responsibility of the seller to pay the tax, but if the seller fails to pay this responsibility may be passed to the buyer, who would then have to recuperate the money form this seller. If the property is being inherited or is the subject of some other type of gift it is the beneficiary or recipient of the property who is liable to pay the tax. Certain transactions are exempt from the Plusvalia Tax, the main ones which are likely to affect the general public are the transfer of property between spouses who are divorcing, or to children to comply with Court judgments, and “aportaciones” or transfers to companies in which spouses are the only shareholders which may be used for tax planning. The amount of the tax that will be charged on a transaction will depend firstly on the Catastral value of the land which the property occupies, and secondly on the length of time since it last changed hands. If you are selling an individual house which stands on a large plot which you have owned for a considerable length of time the amount of the Plusvalia Tax could be many thousands of Euros. On the other hand, as the tax is charged on the value of land alone, the amount of Plusvalia Tax charged on a flat in a block which you have not owned for very long the tax may be quite modest. For those of you who are considering rearranging your financial affairs to take advantage of tax planning schemes, the amount of Plusvalia tax that may be due is one of a number of elements, which include the Notary and other fees that may be payable, which you need to consider when balancing the costs and benefits of these schemes. Depending on the amount of Plusvalia, it may be cheaper to make a gift of the property rather than enter into more complex arrangements with higher Notary and other fees. The time for paying the Plusvalia Tax is within 30 days of a sale or gift between living people, or 6 months of the date of death on an inheritance. Your town hall can advise you of the amount of Plusvalia that may be payable on a transaction involving your property, or in many cases it is possible to obtain the calculation “on line”, but as I always write in concluding these articles, if in doubt take professional advice.
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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ON YOUR MARKS – GET SET, GET READY TO GO! With the summer nearly over and temperatures down to a more comfortable level, the ‘LION COUNTRY’ country music nightspot at La Molata will be opening up it’s doors again to start their new season at 8.00pm on FRIDAY 20 SEPTEMBER. Maintaining their usual high standard of entertainment, the artist appearing on this night will be the ever popular, and superbly talented RED STROKES. Always a favourite at Lion Country, Red always performs a good mix of traditional and modern ‘country’ songs including a wide choice of line dancing numbers – and promises to do the same this time! No tickets are required and, with entry priced at just €5.00 per person, you’d be hard pressed to find a better evening’s entertainment anywhere in the area. With it’s new sound and lighting system in place, ‘Lion Country’ is – by far – the biggest, and best Country Music Venue in the Murcia Region. Boasting a large dance floor, the venue is also a licensed premises, with drinks at Spanish prices. Their hosts, Antonio & Cheryl, also maintain a superb kitchen; so much so that advance telephone bookings for food are strongly recommended to avoid being disappointed on the night, and should be made direct to Cheryl on 619 003 022 – allowing her plenty of time to ‘buy in’ the appropriate stock. Also in attendance during the evening, should you want to ‘top up’ your line dancing or western regalia – or simply need a new pair of boots – will be ‘Cody’s Corner’ Western Stall. FRIDAY 18 OCTOBER heralds the return of another of their favourite acts in the form of the fantastic live CM duo, all the way from Benidorm, THE PROSPECTORS will be bringing along their own ‘special’ brand of country music involving live performances on fiddle, mandolin and guitars. Once seen never forgotten, and well worth the €5.00 entrance fee. Don’t miss these guys – they’re a real class act! With the popular & multitalented JIMMY VINCENT scheduled for FRIDAY 15 NOVEMBER, and the fabulous KRISTINE KELLY – a brand new face (and voice) to LION COUNTRY – the rest of 2013 is all ‘up and ready’ to go.
We ask you to remember that Lion Country is not a private enterprise and that any income in excess of expenses will be donated to the F.A.S.T. scheme currently active on Camposol. Having managed to donate to the recent C.A.F.E. initiative, your continued support would be appreciated. KEEP IT COUNTRY!
ADMISSION €5 per person Friday 20 Sep From 2000hrs Starting our new season with an old favourite, the incredible ... RED STROKES Friday 18 Oct From 2000hrs Always a delight, the return of the fabulous & ever popular duo... THE PROSPECTORS Friday 15 Nov From 2000hrs All the way from Liverpool’s country scene, the superbly talented... JIMMY (JP) VINCENT Friday 20 Dec From 2000hrs A new face for Christmas at Lion Country, it’s the fantastic... KRISTINE KELLY SUPPORTED BY ‘CROONIN’ COUNTRY’ COUNTRY MUSIC DISCO Come along and perform all those dances you’ve been learning! For further info contact: Mervyn Booth on 968 163 082 or visit our Facebook page ‘CALIDA COUNTRY Country Music Club’
All of us here at the Sol Times would like to pass on our condolences to Sam and his family following the recent, tragic loss of Jordi, Sam’s father and chef at the Spice Villa. Following Jordi’s death, the restaurant has now re-opened. The new chef has covered for Jordi in the past and customers were blissfully unaware that Jordi was away working in Torrevijeca, and there was, in fact, a different chef at the helm. A great sign that he comes with fabulous credentials! Whilst Sam is away in India with his family, please continue to show your support for Sam and the staff by eating at the Spice Villa and sampling their amazing food. Sam will return in the middle of September. Jordi will be greatly missed by many.
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He has lived in Spain for almost 10 years and in this time, he has established a number of successful businesses. His businesses include The H2Ozone Under Sink Water Filters Direct, AYS Window Cleaning Services and Miles Better Promotions, which is managed by his wife Michelle. As Derek’s fully legal and registered businesses continue to go from strength to strength the time has come to bring all of the companies under one banner in order to avoid confusion with other similar named businesses, and, more importantly to reflect that all arms of Derek’s businesses are now a family run entity. As of the 1st September, H2Ozone and AYS Professional Window Cleaning Services will be known as Miles Better…. Water Filter Systems Miles Better…. Window Cleaning Services, and not forgetting, Miles Better…. Promotions (the publicity and marketing company managed by Michelle.) SO, if you need someone to supply and fit a water filter system or your windows are in need of a professional clean, think Derek, think Miles Better Group. You can contact Derek via email milesbettergroup@gmail.com or telephone Derek on 619 877 303 or checkout Derek’s Facebook page, Miles Better Water Filters
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CAMPOVERDE CANINE CLUB The latest results from the end of the obedience courses are now in and the winners have been presented with their certificates and trophies at the Polideportivo Sports ground, Pinar de Campoverde. Our congratulations go out to all who passed their final examination. The C.C.C. was formed in July 2000 and since then many owners have benefited from expert tuition and are now proud of the way they are able to control their best friends. The winner of the Basic Class and who made enormous strides during the 10 week course, scoring an amazing 108.7 out of 110 marks, went to Paul Canfield and his dog Samson. Paul and Samson did so very well considering the fact that Samson is a very lively specimen and, initially, did not appear to understand what was required of him. However, patience and praise won the day and Samson has turned out to be a dog to be proud of. To the others in the class I say well done for all the hard work you put in and now for having a dog with which you
can be proud to walk down the road. The winner of the Intermediate class was, wait for it, Doug Oxlade, the very same person who won the Basic Class some months ago with his very large dog George. Scoring 129.7 marks from possible 140 was a very credible performance indeed. It has been wonderful to see the enormous strides made by George a big dog, with a big heart. The Advanced class was won by Frances Getgood and her strong willed dog Billy scoring 122.3 marks out of 140 a very creditable performance indeed. Frances and Billy are the previous winners of the
Fred Moeken Memorial Trophy which is up for grabs in the upcoming course. Our best wishes from all the club members go out to Doug Oxlade who has not been feeling very well lately we all look forward to seeing you again very soon. Well done to you all, you should all be so pleased with the progress you have made. New courses will start on Saturday 4th October 2013---- If you are interested in training your four legged friend -----Please telephone Roy on 966762265 or email taffthedog@hotmail.com
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Eventually, they discovered it was a wildlife tracker used by French scientists to follow the movement of migratory birds, said Ayman Abdallah, head of veterinary services in Qena. He said the device stopped working when the bird crossed the French border, absolving it of being a spy. But he said it would have to remain in police custody for the time being because officials need permission from
state prosecutors to release the bird. Commentators said that with turmoil gripping Egypt following the military coup that overthrew President Mohammad Morsi, authorities and citizens remain on high alert. Earlier this year, a security guard filed a police report after capturing a pigeon he said was carrying microfilm. In 2010, a series of shark attacks along Egypt’s Mediterranean coast were blamed on “GPS-controlled sharks” allegedly sent by Israeli security services into Sinai waters.
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A crocodile has trapped a man on an island in a remote part of Australia for two weeks as he feared he would be eaten if he tried to escape. The tourist, named only as a New Zealander called Ryan, had been taken to Governor Island by boat and had been intending to kayak the 4km (2.5 miles) back to the mainland. But he told his rescuers that every time he tried to paddle away from the island, off Western Australia, the giant reptile - said to be about 6m (20ft) long - stalked him and looked as if it was likely to attack.So he stayed on dry land where he thought he was safer,
despite diminishing food and water supplies. Two weeks later, Ryan was finally rescued by Don Macleod, who went to the island after he spotted a light and feared it may be someone who needed help. When he arrived on Saturday, Mr Macleod came across Ryan, who was very distressed. Mr Macleod said: “He said he was there for a fortnight and he came to the conclusion very quickly that he couldn’t get off there without attracting this crocodile that lives in that area and probably was watching him all the time. So he was reduced then to trying to conserve his water and signal (for help),” he told the Australian
Broadcasting Corporation. I went across and Ryan came out looking a bit distraught. He came down the beach, he had no hat on and no shirt on. “He was relieved and shocked, and thankful someone had come along because he was running out of options pretty quickly. He is a very, very lucky man.” “He was desperate for water when I trotted up. We gave him a cold beer, which was probably the wrong thing, and then he went to sleep about threequarters of the way home.” Ryan is reportedly recovering on the mainland.
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BEST KEPT SECRET IN ROJALES - BUT WHY?
Rojales is famous for the beautiful cave houses which are located in the hills to the south of the town, Rojales town is very near to the well known Quesada Arches but the caves seem to be the best-kept-secret tourist attraction in the Rojales area – the Casa de Las Conchas is by the lowest entrance to the caves area in Calle Vilatona. Over many years the owner, Manuel Fulleda Alcaraz, has decorated his house with patterns of shells, tiles and mirrors. It is very spectacular to see. One reader writes - “After living here in Ciudad Quesada Rojales for 11 years I have just made my second visit to the Caves in Rojales - for my husband it was his first visit and now as we tell friends and people we meet, very few have heard of the caves or the shell house - sadly neither are particularly easy to find but when you do find them they are well worth a visit and for anyone who has children or children visiting, a group of minimum three children for just €5 each can sit with an artist for an hour or more and paint hand made plaques of tropical fish seahorses or dolphins.”
By car the Rojales caves are just 5 minutes from Quesada and it is such a shame that so few people know about them. There is a lovely picnic area and a regular monthly “real” arts and crafts market held at the caves where everything has to be hand made - the next one is Saturday September 7th in the evening and starts at 7.00p.m. Martin Robinson know locally and fondly as “Martin the Artist” has worked hard and tirelessly to revive the monthly markets and from October these will be held again the first Sunday in the month offering everyone an enjoyable morning. Starting at 11.00a.m. the first Sunday in October (6th) the market will have a range of handmade handicrafts: paintings, costume jewellery, sculptures. leatherwork, etc. and the caves workshops of the numerous artists of Rojales will be open to all. The Cave houses at Cuevas del Rodeo are among the big attractions of Rojales and these cave houses were carved into the side of a sandstone mountain during the 19th century. The cave dwellings are now mostly used by craftsmen and artists but there are still some people who have them as their homes. From October there will be vegetable paella served with
bread & sangria - proceeds to help the beneficial association Iriche (helping Indian children) - from 2pm. FINALLY A BIG PLEASE FROM MARTIN ROBINSON !!!! Martin keeps being told that the caves aren’t signposted and that they are difficult to find! Martin says: “We have asked the townhall for signs that the Brits might understand, but in the meantime, there are lots of signs round the town - usual small brown/ pink ones saying “CUEVAS DEL RODEO”
EUROPEAN KIDS ASSOCIATION The next event staged by EKA, European Kids Association is the Eka Mardigras Market, which will take place on Saturday 21st September at Iron Art in Gata. We decided to do a themed market and hold it in the evening. We are encouraging people to enter into a carnival atmosphere so you can expect some decorated stalls, street performers and a costume competition. Eka volunteers will be there to entertain the kids with face painting and some fun stalls. Anybody who would like to take part as a volunteer or as a stall holder can call Lauren Staton on 665012228. Eka supports young people finding job
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Ha! ha! Just when I thought the yellow alert for storms across the Costa Blanca was much ado about nothing, Thursday night proved otherwise. Heeding the warnings, on Wednesday night, we diligently brought in Swonky Donkey, rugged up all the horses, battened down the hatches, and then................the storm broke with a fair bit of rain, lightening and some thunder. That was IT we thought! So come Thursday night, the skies were clear, the sun still shone brightly, no distant rumbles were heard, so we never bothered to take any precautions. We were definitely caught off guard as without any warning, all hell broke loose! With the extreme force of the winds and battering rain, it took my husband and I 10 minutes to close the glass doors. We were sure they were about to shatter. Now we have had torrential downpours (gota frias etc) before and plenty of lightening, but what I have never experienced here in Spain was the full force of an electrical storm and on Thursday night, it felt like we were in the ‘eye’ of it. When I reread the fine print a bit later it was not only warnings on storms but it was in fact “Yellow alerts for electrical storms and heavy rainfall that were issued throughout the Valencia Region”. It was something else, the entire sky would light up! A torch was not even needed whilst I was wading knee deep in water, trying to unblock the drain, so the ever increasing amount of water could drain away from the horses paddocks. I should have been comforted by the fact, that every minute, on average, about 2,000 thunderstorms are raging on the Earth - SO somewhere, someone else was scared witless like myself. What you do not know does not hurt you right! mmmm but now that I do, it probably wasn’t the best place to be in the midst of this huge electrical storm...The fact is, and yes it is fact, Lightening kills or injures more people each year than hurricanes, tornadoes, or blizzards. According to the safety guidelines that if you are caught out in a thunderstorm, is to make yourself less of a target for lightning. The top six dangerous places to be or things to be doing in a thunderstorm are, in order of risk: 1. Standing in an Open Field .. paddocks... open field??? and No 2 is Boating, fishing, and ........ swimming. Well although I was not swimming I was knee deep in water and as water is an excellent conductor of electricity, which means strikes travel fast and far. The advice is one should get out of and away from the water and dry oneself off...... quickly! Another risky pursuit is Playing Golf - So this is a note of caution to all you die hard golfers out here, and I know there is a lot of you!! There is the deadly combination of an open field, metal clubs, and of course those who would think it would be safe
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to shelter under a tree!! Don’t - as lightning strikes the highest point first and Electricity seeks the path of least resistance, and the moisture (sap and water) inside a tree is a much better conductor than air. It seems that some spectators have even been killed watching a golf tournament because they were sitting on metal benches or leaning on a metal fence’ Well clearly I have survived to live another day! I suppose the worst place one could be is in the midst of a storm is the lightning rod atop the Empire State Building in New York City which takes several hundred hits each year. So lightning can definitely strike the same place twice. If I never wanted to experience lightning like this again, I could go to the North and South Poles, including Antarctica, as there never has nor never will be any lightning in these places - but as I don’t like cold I will probably stay put for the time being. There are some benefits after a storm passes. It is cooler for one thing and apparently last Thursday, thermometers fell by up to 7ºC leaving the coldest August day in Spain for 27 years. What is also lovely is the air will smell so fresh and clean - and there is a reason for this. The ‘earthy perfume’ is caused by the release of oils from pine trees and other plants. Also, rain and lightning help clear the atmosphere of dust, pollens, and pollutants. A spark of lightning does this by combining those particles; causing the heavier mass to fall to the ground - so no more dusty faces from the quad biking in the days following the storm - just lots of muddy feet instead! So do enjoy the cooler days and remember it your last chance to catch our Horse and Flamenco Show on Saturday the 14th and not the 15th of September as I reported last week. It is a ‘Benefit show’ for one of our young Spanish Flamenco Dancer’s, Irene, who kept audiences enthralled and entertained with her amazing dancing! This talented dancer has a rare condition and has stopped growing and needs special treatment so we have together with Raquel Pena and her students, as well as talented Equestrian Performer Emma Tytherleigh, decided to do one last show, to help her raise some much needed funds. Tickets have been reduced to an affordable 5 euros for adults and 3 for children, There will also be a raffle on her behalf with some great prizes including a beautiful FLAMENCO PAINTING that was been donated by the Craft Shop here at Casa La Pedrera, The Grand Design House. For more info check the website details above or call me on 660816620 and please help spread the word...Jenni
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Holiday Home Rentals Gaining in Popularity
More and more foreign tourists visiting Spain are choosing to rent a house or an apartment instead of staying in a hotel for their summer holidays, reported El Mundo. During the month of July, more than 7.8 million foreign tourists visited Spain, and of this number, 2.5 million chose to spend their holidays in a home rather than a hotel.
rental companies grew by 2.1% during the seventh month of the year, compared with the same period of 2012, and accumulated growth of 12.9% during the first semester, according to data from the EGATUR survey, prepared by the Ministry of Tourism.
However, in a bid to regulate the sector, the new legislation on tourist leases could threaten this boom period the holiday home rental market is experiencing. The recent
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Spain’s president Mariano Rajoy claims that within a year he will be able to announce reductions in taxes payable by those living in the country.
“Things are still not good, but they are better than they were this time last year,” Rajoy stated at a press conference in Soutomaior (province of Pontevedra) in Galicia. “My aim is to recover from the situation the socialists left Spain in, and I guarantee that we are going to recover from it,” Rajoy announced.
Rajoy claims to be ‘extremely proud’ of how ‘Spain can hold its head up high’ and has ‘become a country on the way to recovery’, having ‘won back its credibility and reputation as a solvent country in record time’.
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With 2.2 million overnight stays in holiday rental accommodation, British tourists topped the list of foreign nationalities choosing this type of residence for their holidays. The number of UK citizens who chose this type of accommodation has grown by 0.8% year-on-year in the first half of 2013, maintaining the trend of previous years. The second largest market for holiday rental accommodation is Germany with more than a million overnight stays and a significant annual increase of 8.5%.
Nevertheless, the influx of foreign tourists is proving to be a breath of fresh air for the holiday rental industry in Spain as, for example, during the month of July, the National Statistics Institute reported that 50.3% of the available holiday accommodation places were occupied, and
He added that the job market is showing signs of recovery already, since more people have found jobs since the start of the summer, and that the number of unemployed persons – which rose from four million to six million between the end of 2011 and the second quarter of 2013 – has gone down by 340,000.
He recalls that just a year ago, rumours were flying round about an EU bailout, but
In Spain, the unemployment rate was also unchanged from the previous month, remaining at 26.3%, the second highest among the Member States after Greece (27.6% according to the last available data, for May). In July 2012, the unemployment rate was 11.5% in the eurozone, 10.5% across the EU and 25.4% in Spain.
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The PP leader insists that the economy is ‘on the way up’ and that he ‘will not allow anyone or anything to distract’ him from working on Spain’s financial recovery, ‘even though the socialists are trying to do the opposite’.
According to figures released on Friday by the European Commission’s statistical office, Eurostat, unemployment remained stable in July in both the eurozone, at 12.1%, and the whole of the European Union (EU), which stood at 11%.
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Walk Right In and Sit Right Down in Bar Sofia! On Sunday 15th September. Back in 1962 this song hit the charts and was sung by a trio - in 2013 we are asking you to Walk Right In to El Raso and walk 5K or 500 Meters for the Charity CICRA. THE EL RASO WALK AND TREASURE HUNT is Sunday 15th September the 5K walk starts at 10.00am and registration will be from 9.15a.m. and Dee from Bar Sofia will be on hand to provide you with a hearty breakfast before or after the walk but to avoid a long wait or missing the walk in “flavour” of breakfast it will be good to order in advance. This is a sponsored walk and there will also be a 500m “BABY” WALK which is the last leg of the walk and encompasses THE FUN TREASURE HUNT this 500m walk is suitable for everyone and starts at the temporary bar and your pit stop at The Old Finca. Sponsorship forms are available at Bar Sofia in El Raso or by email from sueinthesun@hotmail.co.uk we had
This fabulous show is not to be missed and stars the one and only Patti Ross with full support from Jukebox Legends.
Patti (International singer with the Andy Ross Orchestra on BBC’s “Come Dancing”), always has the house rocking as she portray the look and sounds of Dusty and then hits the stage with Tina Turner!! How does she do it??? We have no idea but as promoters Jukebox Promotions tell us “She simply amazes audiences every year and we are very excited about this tour again in 2013”! No more to be said - Nostalgia at it’s best, music at it’s best and a “Simply the Best” night out at a FANTASIC value for money price!! Dates & Venues (all shows at 8-30pm - Tickets at the venues now - 8-50€ unless stated) Thursday 19th Sept The Club House, Camposol Golf Tel: 968 978 855 (MABS) Sunday 22nd Sept The Rendezvous, Campoamor Tel: 608 467 597 10€ - (This venue includes a great buffet in the price) Tuesday 24th Sept La Marina Sport Complex Tel: 966 796 389 Wednesday 25th Sept The Club, Quesada Tel: 966 717 028 Thursday 26th Sept Rocajuna, Punta Prima Tel: 965 997 260 / 664 591 795 More info www.jukeboxpromotions.co.uk and in the press!!! Book early - this one always sells out!!!
Rock & Roll Express back on “track” after launch success in July!!
Following a launch tour of this extraordinary show in July, promoters
Jukebox Promotions have agreed to run two more shows by popular demand and they will be the venues listed below during September. Traditional R & R and a fabulous new rhythm and style created by the Coastrider Music Awards BEST MUSICIAN of the year winner 2012 & 2013, Nick Barker have been combined in one show / dance and it will simply blow you away!! Starring Nick Barker, award winning Peter Day and Fiona McLean (little Miss rock & roll) of Jukebox Legends and Elvis 2000 fame. This show / dance is fantastic so get booked early as limited seating at both venues!! All venues will have a meal inclusive ticket price offering great value for money and guaranteeing a fantastic night out!! The food variety offered by the venues will mean there is something for everyone. Tickets at the venues so get down to the one of your choice and book NOW. Show tickets must be purchased and paid for before the event. Both shows start at 8.30pm sharp and pre show meals start at 7-30pm or earlier (ask when booking). More info at www.jukeboxpromotions. co.uk and in next weeks press!! Date & Venue details: Sunday 15th September Restaurant Fu (was Los Arcos), Avd Baleares, Torrevieja Tel: 965 703 170 €15.95 (includes three course high quality meal and a drink Other menu options available, ask when you book your tickets) Tuesday 17th September Los Rosales, Lemon Tree Rd, Guardamar Tel: 606 192 691 €12.50 (includes a value one course meal with sided salad and a desert option at only 1€ extra)
23 walkers last time and €1,400 - kind donations prior to this walk means that before we even take a step we already have €120 in the pot!! Although we would like everyone to get sponsorship it is not essential as walkers without sponsors can just pay a €5 registration fee - all of this money and any monies raised by the raffle will be given direct to CICRA for research into Crohn’s Disease in children. FREE TO ENTER DRAW - according to Wikipedia this song was originally recorded in 1929 to take part in the free draw all you have to do is send an email and put the original artist or the name of the trio in the subject line - you will then be entered in the FREE DRAW to WIN 2 Tickets to The Fashion & Shoe Show at QCC on Thursday 19th September, 1 Ticket for Chill out with Chilli, 5 Sessions at FLABuLOS, A Meal for Two or a Healing Session just email sueinthesun@hotmail.co.uk and put the original artist or the trio in the subject line.
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TAFFETA GOES TO THE RACES
cantabile Cantabile female voice choir is a friendly and sociable group of ladies who take their music seriously. They rehearse every Friday from 3 to 5pm at La Siesta Church with Musical Director, Jennifer Morton and rehearsal accompanist and vocal coach, Patricia Flint. These words from Cantabile’s theme song sum up what they are about: Music unites us, pleases one and all, ¡Viva la música! Hear us singing, our voices ringing, Songs soft and sweet, Cantabile! Although Cantabile’s members are mostly English (with one Dane, one Swede & one Belgian thrown in for good measure), they sing in many languages including of course
Kenz Bar in San Luis welcomed a real live horse to their infamous Race Night last Wednesday evening. Ken and Jan Keely have been such massive supporters of The Easy Horse Care Centre in Rojales that Sue and Rod Weeding, co founders of the foundation decided it was time for Taffeta, one of their miniature horses to make an appearance. Despite the approaching storm she was there wearing her new coat which is made from the same material that was used for the lining of the British Olympic equestrian team jackets, Taffeta was her usual glamorous self and is relishing more her many public appearances. These popular events provide much needed funds for the EHCRC charity and give people the chance to experience a night at the races whilst enjoying a drink at their local. This was the sixth Race Night that Ken and Jan have hosted this year and they have already booked two more in September and October. “We really enjoy hosting these nights as it is something different for our customers to enjoy and everyone can join in” said Ken. “Jan and myself feel it is important to help worthy causes such as The Easy Horse Care Rescue Centre and to be able to do this and have a great night at the same time makes it all the more enjoyable”. Last year Kenz Bar raised 1,000 Euros for the centre and this year they are well on their way to doubling that. The funds are essential for the day to day running of the centre which
now has 57 equines in it’s care. David Feest from EHCRC said “Ken and Jan have become great personal friends over the years that I have lived in Spain. When I first approached them about hosting these nights for our charity they could not have been more eager and helpful. These race nights are a great chance for us to get our message across to the public about what we do and raise awareness and funds for our work”. If you run a bar or know somebody that wants to host one of these events you can contact David on 639 781 528 or email him at admin@easyhorsecare.net The last word must go to Ken. “It was great to meet Taffeta however the tips she gave me were useless. “So much for straight from the horses mouth”. If you would like to visit Taffeta and our other 56 horses, ponies and donkeys and hear their stories the Rescue Centre is to the public open every Sunday from 1 pm. Tasty hot food, cakes and hot and cold drinks are all available. For more information or directions visit www. easyhorsecare.net or call 652 021 980 . You can also support us by visiting one of our charity shops in Guardamar, Quesada, Los Montesinos, La Zenia and La Siesta We also have our English tack shop at the Rescue Centre open 7 days from 10 am
adhoc theatre company
Adhoc Theatre Company will be having a meeting and casting at Restaurante Los Rosales this coming Wednesday September 4th at 7pm. Everyone is welcome to come along. The Restaurant is on the CV895 in Guardamar, and is also known at The Lemon Tree Road - Basically the Los Montesinos turn off from the N332. You will find it from that road on the left hand side just past the petrol station. From the other direction, it is after the El Raso roundabout and the speed bumps. You shouldn’t miss it as there is a load of flags outside. Having said that - the new committee will be very please to greet both old members and those of you who we haven’t seen in some time. So come along and have a drink
and a chat with us, cos we would also love your input. Oh, and don’t forget to tell your friends and bring them along too! Our fundraiser for the new play will also be held at Los Rosales and will be on September 21st - Get Ur Phil of The Blues Brothers. You can reserve tickets for this fast selling show via my personal website http://www. lrshows.com/show-ticket-reservations.html as our own is still being built. We are looking forward to seeing you all again. Kind Regards Jax ADHOC THEATRE COMPANY www.adhoctheatrecompany.com/
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Spanish, and Latin. Their repertoire varies from religious and classical to traditional, folk and popular songs and Jennifer produces training CDs to help the ladies learn the music. They perform at least two major concerts each year, usually November/December and April/May. Rehearsals for this term begin on September 6th at 3.30pm at La Siesta Church when we shall begin our programme of Christmas music for the 2013 Festive Season. Next May, Cantabile will perform a programme including Tales from the Vienna Woods by Strauss. Cantabile’s concerts have raised modest but important sums for local charities. In the last six years, for example, they have made donations to: The Alzheimer’s Association, the Stroke Awareness Association, Age Concern, DEBRA, Campoverde Church, SS Peter & Paul Church, Torrevieja, and La Siesta Church. If you are interested in joining the choir, please contact Jennifer on 966796866 or email her: jen-morton@ hotmail.co.uk, or just come along to a rehearsal. Cantabile also has a website: www. cantabilesingers.es
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Avocado lovers can look forward to the arrival of an enormous new variety, five times bigger than the standard size, when it hits supermarket shelves tomorrow. The rare “Avozilla” – thought to be the world’s largest avocado – comes from just four trees grown by one of the world’s biggest suppliers of avocados in South Africa. But British fans of the fruit will be able to enjoy it as it goes on sale at supermarket giant Tesco this weekend. The fruit, priced at £3 each, is double the length and five times the weight of the standard variety – on average it is seven-and-a-half inches long and weighs nearly 3lb. Tesco salad buyer Emma Bonny said: “The Avozilla has a fantastic taste with a rich, juicy, buttery texture, and creamy flavour. The ripe fruit is an attractive,
vivid green colour – different from the darker-coloured smaller variety.” Avocados have grown from a niche food to an everyday shopping basket favourite, she said, adding: “Avocados are one of our fastest-growing areas in produce, with a staggering 30 per cent growth so far this year.”
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And of course, we will still be serving our magnificent Sunday Roast
1 course €5.95
(1€ extra for Beef)
2 course €7.25
www.Manhattancaboroig.com
Serving from 9.30am to 9.30pm Mon - Sat throughout September Sunday 9.30am to 8pm
3 course €8.50
3 course HOMEMADE Menu del Dia €8.50 served 12 till 9pm
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Costa Bäcker German Bakers
freshly made daily
Baked on the premises not from frozen Cakes, bread and rolls English spoken Mon - Fri 8am-6pm • Sat 8am-1pm
Phone: 96 684 55 04 Urb. San Luis ( Behind Restaurant Elvira)
m i n i
MARKET EL RASO NOW OPEN!
Freshly Baked Bread in Store Drinks & Snacks Beers & Liquors Open 8am - 8pm Milk
Find us behind Real Flavor / Bar Sofia
stars in bars DATE ARTIST
VENUE
AREA
INFO
5th Shirelle Arches Cafe Bar Los Alcazares 6th Joanna Fuego Lento Torrevieja 6th Steve Clark Tavern 2 Lo Crispin 6th Lynden B Arches Cafe Bar Los Alcazares Comedy Show 6th Double Trouble Lo Marabu Dona Pepa 6th Andy Balsamo Banana Tree Playa Flamenca 7th JJ Soulman Vista Bar Aguas Nuevas 7th Elvis Experience Vistabella Golf Entre Naranjas 7th Joanna Bar Sioux Gran Alicant Starts 10pm 7th Diverse Pablos Bar Playa Flamenca 7th Celena Deans Inn at the Green Entre Naranjas 8th Elvis Experience Lo Marabu Dona Pepa 8th Joanna Pool Bar Los Balcones 8th Dee The Snug Torre de la Horredada 9th Soul Power Celtic Drop Playa Flamenca Starts 10.30pm 10th Robert Bonovox Vistabella Golf Entre Naranjas 10th Woody La Campana El Eden Nr Guardamar 11th Diverse Morgans Bar Eagles Nest
gig guide
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www.starsinbars.org
Euro terra c.c. El Raso
Tel: 622 827 237
CARVERY The inn at the green every Sunday Urbanizacion Laguna Green Entre Naranjos
from 1pm
saturday 31st 9pm
includes a glass of wine, small beer or water
€ 6-95
celena deans
per person
Booking advisable as space is limited
Wednesday
A Multi Act Tribute
MEAL DEAL Menu changes weekly
bar for lease see our advert in classified section for details
3 Courses
only €4-95 san miguel de salinas
cv-95
commercial centre
orihuela
inn at the green
san javier
ap-7 los montesinos
677 617 434 672 033 676
www.theinnatthegreen.co.uk
alicante
Kitchen is open from 11am Breakfasts from 2€
Every Sunday
Kabaroke with Matt Christian 9pm
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COMMUNITY NEWS THE SPIRITUALIST CHURCH, QUESADA
Meet at NEW PREMISES from 10th September at Hamilton´s Bake House (sign not up) 62 Calle Vicente, Blasco Ibañez, Benijofar 03178. Directions follow sign to Benijofar to cobbloes where you can´t go any further then turn left and it is the last building on right hand side. We hold a Sunday Service at 11.30 a.m., a Tuesday Evening of Mediumship at 7.30 p.m. And every Thursday there is an Open Circle where you can develop your skills commencing at 7.30 p.m. Spiritual healing is available every Sunday and Tuesday after the service. WE ARE NOW CLOSED FOR THE SUMMER UNTIL TUESDAY, 10TH SEPTEMBER WITH LESLEY AND FRIENDS. Everybody welcome. Contact Wendy on 965323028. www.spiritualistchurchquesada.com New email is phoenixchurch23@gmail.com
Torrevieja Costa Lions Club
Come and join our club members on one of our “ Business meeting nights” and see what we are doing this year to raise money for charities, in our local area and further afield. We are growing in numbers every month so if you feel like helping us then we can be found on the second Thursday in every month at the Cabo Cevera Hotel in La Mata near Torrevieja, Meetings now start at 19.30 hours. If you like what you see and hear, then you will be invited to join us at our next social night event later in the month, where ever and what ever it may be you can be sure of a good night. Contact me on davedanie@gmail.com or via our web site on membership@torreviejacostalions.org
“La Mata Jazz”
Monday afternoons - jazz jams in Torrevieja. At The new Pegasus Torrevieja, Calle Dinamarca 7, Tel. 617 042 295. Very good musicians will be there: - Bajo / Bass: Jesús Gea Marcos (E); - Drums: Bryan James (UK) Piano: Ramon Climent (E); and some special guest.Chris from La Mata Jazz www.jazz.la-mata.com http://www.facebook.com/lamata.jazz
COFFEE MATES
If you would like to have a coffee and chat, exchange news etc. please join us at La Laguna Hotel, Lo Marabu, Friday mornings from 11.00 Ann - 965 070 247 or 666 747 398
live music sat 7th september
As part of Torrevieja’s commerce campaign, “TORREVIEJA OPEN SATURDAYS”, the accomplished British popular music band “CAMPOVERDE REEF BAND” will be offering live music (60’s, 70’s, 80’s, 90’s) in the main town square of Torrevieja on SATURDAY 7th SEPTEMBER from 18.30h to 20.30h. Shopping and dancing will be permitted!!!! There will be various other activities and entertainment in central streets at the same time.
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FOOTBALL CLUB TORREVIEJA
will take on ‘La Liga’ giants, F.C. ELCHE, in a pre-season friendly match next SATURDAY 7th SEPTEMBER at the VICENTE GARCIA stadium, Torrevieja. Tickets to see this unique and important game will be priced at only 10€ and whilst the kick-off time is set for 19.00h, the game will be preceded by the official presentation of the new Torrevieja squad and pre-match entertainment. SATURDAY 7th SEPTEMBER. 19.00h. VICENTE GARCIA football stadium, Torrevieja. F.C. TORREVIEJA vs F.C. ELCHE!!
CerocStyle Easy Jive with Paso A Paso
CURRENT CLASSES Tuesdays 5.30pm La Marina Sports Complex, La Marina Urb Thursdays 7pm Los Rosales Restaurant, CV895 Guardamar. NEW WEEKLY CLASSES LISTED BELOW COMMENCE Sept 23rd 2013 Mondays 7.30pm New Asturias, Punta Prima. Tuesdays 2pm The Club, C/Toledo, Cuidad Quesada.
QUESADA LADIES CLUB
The Annual General Meeting of the Quesada Ladies Club will be held at the Cooper’s Arms, Dona Pepa, on Tuesday 3rd September 2013. This is for members only, and they will be admitted at the usual time of 2.30pm.
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Netball club
The Office of the Urbanisation has organised the creation of a new Netball Club on Urbanisation Marina. People from all ages are welcome to attend. For more info you can contact Sam on 966 443 002, email concejaliadeurbanizaciones@ ayto-sanfulgencio.es or call into the office on Calle Madrid.
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CONGRATULATIONS TO LAST WEEK’S WINNERS: MEAL FOR 2: Jane King
BREAKFAST FOR 2: Yvonne Ashford
space for a little one? These beautiful ginger kittens are just some of the lovely cats and kittens that APAH is caring for in their Cattery. Most of them have never known a loving home, so if you would like to share your home and your love with a cat or kitten, please contact Yvonne on 630 422 563.
Lara is an 8 month old, lovely little girl. She was found very, very frightened and covered in fleas, but her time in a foster home has given her lots of confidence. She will still be small when she is an adult dog. To arrange to meet Lara, please contact Yvonne on 630 422 563. To arrange to meet APAH’s dogs and cats who all need loving homes, please contact Yvonne on 630 422 563.
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glass curtains
for sale
leak detection
create extra living space choose from glass curtains, double glazing, bi-folding doors. for a free estimate. Tel: Peter on 646 111 825
advertise all your unwanted items for sale in this section
POOL AND WATER LEAK DETECTION & REPAIR SPECIALISTS
hearing aids
see us online everyday
any single item up to 300€ free of charge
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From
boats IT IS ILLEGAL TO SKIPPER BOATS WITHOUT A VALID LICENSE
550€
If you are caught skippering a power boat without a license you
WILL BE FINED
Possessing an (internationally recognised) RYA license saves money. Contact us now with NO OBLIGATION: Richard Plaster 638 056 224 / enquiries@serenitysailing.com / http://serenitysailing.com/ powerboating-level-2
businee opportunity
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house clearances
We would like to inform everyone that due to health reasons we have decided to lease out the bar. There are 2 options available. We would be prepared to sell the freehold for an agreed price and the balance paid over an agreed term. The other option is to lease the bar with a 5 year renewable contract. We have various options available under this contract which would suit a wider variety of budgets. This is a very profitable business and with the right persons in place, they could have a very secure future. We will be staying on site and will be on hand to help any prospective clients through the initial takeover. All accounts are available to interested parties For more information please call down to the bar or contact me on 672033676. John & Carol, The Inn At The Green, Urb Laguna Green/ Entre Naranjos
quick cash house clearance
cars & motorcycles also wanted transport in 1 hour
tel: 669 723 709
electricians
insurance
Electrician , available for all works. Small or large. Call Dave 693 251 562. davendonc@aol.com
asssa medical
Furniture
Furniture first
TELEPHONE: 966 719 647
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ROJALES SPECIALIST OF PRE - OWNED FURNITURE & AccESSORIES AT SENSIBLE PRICES
house clearance specialist FREE LOCAL DELIVERY SERVICE WE BUY, SELL & PART EXCHANGE QUALITY FURNITURE Open Mon - Fri 10 - 18.00, Sat 10 - 14.00 C/Pablo Neruda 2, Local 5, Rojales
PLEASE CALL JAMIE ON: 966 713 075 OR 680 545 923 www.southcostablancaonline.com
garden services
A1 ground & gaRDEN SERVICES Diggers, Skips, Garden Re-form & Maintenance Telephone 628 505 733
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pet taxi
Nearly new stainless steel sink,
plastering
English jeweller wishes to buy broken or unwanted Gold jewellery, silver and E N G L ISH PLASTERER coins
Call Peter
664 890 990
Member of the National Association of Goldsmiths
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jewellery
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Asssa Mazarron, Diane Nolan, 968 153 396 mazarron@asssa.es
GOLD WANTED
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one and a quarter Tel: 627 752 965 | 622 400 365 | 966 194 179 bowls, right-hand drainer. 100cm x 50cm excellent locksmith condition. €40. Camposol area Tel Locksmith locked out!! Call Me Telf: Oven, Edesa four 968131773 647 151 972 (24hrs) Put This Number In ring, free standing, dark Your Phone – 24 Hrs Call Out! Commerical, gas, two years old Solid Residential, Cars Locks Changed - Dierre in white with fold wood Dresser Locks Changed - All Locks To Work Off I Key down lid and glass with 2 double glass – Motura Gardesa Locks Changed – Window window in the door, upper cupboards, 11 Locks - Cars Opened To Retrieve Keys – excellent condition, drawers, 2 double Alarms Fitted replacing kitchen wood cupboards and can deliver and 2 open display musician locally.. 100€ ono shelves, 2m.20. Tel. 606 075 644 Lenny Mitchell, long by 1m.90 high. Mapex Horizon 50€ tel.606075644 guitarist singer, international, professional, solo act. lenny Mitchell & his musical time machine full 5 pce Drum invite you on a trip back to the 60’s & 70’s. large lounge kit with Paiste Available to play in any venue. cymbals in very rug 182cm x 275cm, tel: 658 321 891 or good condition with dark blue with email lennymitchell@live.co.uk extras 300€ will beige floral pattern px on group gear. on 2 diagonal pets Contact Johnny corners, in excellent 965 077 854 Mble condition. 80€ FINCA LA CASTELLANA 636 028 328 Cabo Animal welfare centre O.N.O tel. 968 974 Milly, Molly and Monty Riog area. 3 puppies arrived at the 053.(Camposol) Finca last week. Found in Peave y a box, by a bin. Very thin, Powe r h o u s e 2 fold-up bikes, covered with ticks and hardly used. 40€ Bandit This in TRAVELLING IN AIR CONDITIONED VEHICLE fleas. The flea infestation Orihuela was so bad in areas on Superb conditon a each. DELIVERED TO DOOR two of the pups they now 65 Watt with original Costa Tel.- 656 280 have bold patches. About PETS STAY IN PET FRIENDLY HOTELS. foot pedal 165€ 940 or 868 186 035 11 weeks old, running round just waiting to go to ovno tel 965077854 ACCOMPANIED TRAVEL AVAILABLE their new home, can you mble 603277035. help us? plumber Cabo Roig area. pool tables, snooker tables, table tennis tables, darts. tel: 666 933 726 www. spainpool.com
1 x Fibreglass bath, vgc. 170 x 80 cm.with adjustable feet 50 to 65 cm high in white with drain and overflow, chrome handles 50€, 1 x steel bath in white vgc. 170 x 65 cm. with handles, drain and overflow 25€, can deliver locally. Tel. 606075644.
insurances
DON’T LET YOUR POOL & WATER BILLS DRAIN YOU!!
internal finishing, external rendering, 15 years experience, good rates. FULLY LEGAL IN SPAIN. Call Chris 671 444 246 / 965 078 866 email: c_pettit@ hotmail.co.uk
EMERGENCY
PLUMBER
All plumbing work undertaken, from full bathroom installation to small leaks. Need a plumber in an emergency then call now
966 763 633 650 587 361
Eleanor 610188349
WANTED
under counter double freezer can collect tel: 672 033 676 wanted commercial kitchen oven
must be in good working order
can collect call 609 199 394
(0034) 667 235 205 (sp) (0044) 7850 575862
Wispa is 6 weeks old and was bottle fed with her brother. they are now weaned and although her brother has found a home, Wispa is still looking. she is very affectionate towards people and has grown up with other cats and dogs too, she loves to play with them all. Please contact K9 or PHONE 600 84 54 20 www.k9club.es E-mail k9clubinfo@gmail.com
Pets In Spain
Polly and Dolly are 8 weeks old and dumped in a bag beside a bin, they were crawling with fleas and weigh just 1 kilo so will be small when fully grown. Call: 645 469 253
Cleo is around 8 months old and she has already given birth to 2 kittens who are also ready for homes. Cleo is very affectionate and desperate for a home. Call: 645 469 253
www.petsinspain.com - info@petsinspain.info
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property for sale / rent
RENTAL PROPERTIES URGENTLY REQUIRED
in Cabo Roig/Villamartin, Orihuela Costa Playa Flamenca
We have clients enquiring in this area
Contact CASASOL REAL ESTATE
tel: 965 325 601 tony@casasolrealestate.com
for SALE detatched cortijo 20mins from mojacar Spanish cortijo with 4 beds, 2 baths, Open plan, kitchen & diningroom,workshop, courtyard front & back² €150,000 Tel: 649 186 107 thunderpaul2003@hotmail.ccom FOR SALE Apartment (Top floor / Penthouse) Almoradi,Costa Blanca
4 Bed, 2 Bath, Large Terrace, Lounge, Sep Kitchen, Utility Room, Communal Solarium, Lift, Furnished inc. White Goods, UK TV , 90m² Interior Living Space plus, 15m² Terrace / Balcony with Awnings. Overlooks a newly reformed Plaza, church & mountains, unusually large terrace. 2 min walk away from the town’s attractive central square, all other amenities are also within easy walking distance,12 mins drive from the resort of Guardamar del Segura. Close to La Finca Golf course Private Sale €75,000
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removals
Just Removals Friendly Low Cost
Full or part loads spain-uk-spain
Local Van & Pets Welcome Moves Trailer Motorbikes - Caravans Call Brian 965 326 920 - 666 847 648 email: beechdale@hotmail.co.uk
UK - SPAIN - UK From a parcel to a small house move
Professional,Friendly & Caring Fully insured, scheduled monthly door to door service
uk@fmtransport.co.uk www.fmtransport.co.uk +44 (0) 1582 499 836 +44 (0) 7977 754 389 satellite tv
Sky Digibox, Pace with sky card, BBC 1, 2, 3, 4 ITV1, 2, 3, ch4 & 5, 60€ can deliver. Tel: 667 235 205 Rainbow Satellites for all your TV needs with clients all over the Murcia Region. Contact Matt or Alan 686 358 Tel: (0034) 676 534 978 475 or rainbowsats@terra.es
Large 22 cubic metre van with tail lift available for all removals & deliveries call Dave on 693 251 562 email davendonc@aol. com LWB Sprinter van going from south to North of the UK & back every 2 weeks, based near Murcia Airport. Tel: 610 846 260/ 0044 7519 186 355. or email: van. man@hotmail.co.uk
De Lima’s removals new box van leaving from the UK to Spain Local, National & international REMOVALS & STORAGE Quality Second hand furniture showroom
263 Paseo del Mediterraneo Mojacar Playa, Next to Sal Marina Hotel Mon-Sat: 10am-2pm Call Marc on 647 006 183 or Jo on 600 344 565 or e-mail enquiries@delimas.biz
www.delimas.biz
fortnightly SERVICE TO & FROM UK FULL OR PART LOADS
ONE WAY
UK to Spain or Spain to UK
* COLLECTION & DELIVERY *STORAGE
TEL: 667 235 205
Pick up/drop off locations Throughout UK, France and Spain
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Van hire
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Telephone Dave on
• Full & Part Loads • Local-No jobs too small • Pets Welcome • Experienced owner/driver (Playa Flamenca)
Tel: 603 192 957/966 848 607
UK: 00 44 790 519 8895 MEL LANDON melvyynleo@yahoo.com wigs
Salon Margarethas 24 years in Torrevieja hair / wig specialist for medical illness and hair loss problems. We offer different hair replacements, top fillers, hair prostheses, toupees & wigs. Natural & artificial hair & much more. Also fashion / festival accessories. TV/TS are welcome to our service. Call Margaretha on 966 921 846 for an appointment.
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recruitment
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motoring starts here car parts
Car parts
Need quality new parts for any car
Vehicles wanted
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Cars, Motorhomes, 4x4’s, Boats, for sensible prices on all parts Vans, Trailers, Quads, Classics
Clutches, Brakes, alternators, service kits Starter Motors, headlights
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ELEGANT SLIM, SEXY, naughty WE PROMISE TO BEAT ITALIAN LADY available home/house ANY GENUINE QUOTATION For a full service contact: visits. Torrevieja, La Manga, Torre Alan 662 249 159 Pacheco & Mazarron, quesada and www.replatematecostablanca.com other areas. Escort available home & house visits Tel: 693 357 526 vehicle imports & matriculation.fast and competitive rates. call 687 845 730
jet skis urgentely wanted any condition
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wanted uk cars & vans bought for cash Tel: 667 235 205
CASH CASH CASH
605 319 889 or 966 753 375
situations vacant
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Hairdresser part-time with view to full time at Condado & Bolnuevo and beautician part time
Call Jane on 611 611 858
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From 1€ to 10,000€
Call Phil: 607 848 332
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For re-registration of cars, motorbikes and motor homes contact Graham Shelton Who after re-registering over 1000 vehicles will put you on the right side of the road.
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Cars, Vans, Bikes Damaged or Scrap Reliable Cars Bought For Cash
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Don’t take a chance! Don’t break the Law! Let us take the hassle away from you and re-register your vehicle on to Spanish plates 490€ plus Road Tax plus CO2 emission if applicable
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telephone Tim on 662 211 993 cars for sale SEAT CORDOBA , 1.9 DIESEL, RHD, SPANISH REG. 1999, 125,000 MILES A/C, 10MTHS ITV, TRANSFER INCLUDED €1500 telephone: 622 338 515
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Marlon
The day was too meltingly hot for anything, even coherent thought, as we wandered through the Rastrillo when my eye was captured by a line of lacy bras, and my body’s automatic pilot steered me over to them. There are some things that a girl can’t have too many of – shoes, handbags, chocolate –or in my case, bras. Apparently I am not a commonly encountered size, according to the manufacturers of bosom support, so any display of bras will have me rooting around in it like a pig after truffles in the often vain hope of finding my size. To my amazement I found that which I sought, but bras, no matter how lacy, are only as good as their fit; I would have to try before I would buy, so off to the toilet I set with my putative purchase discretely secreted in a plain bag. I locked the door, removed my top and unclipped my current bra. Normally, when released from the tension of the clip, it will abandon my body with gratitude, but today it clung, heat welded to my breasts in an embrace more fervent than Juliet ever received from Romeo. I peeled it off, wondering that if it is that difficult to get a bra off my sweaty body, josbiggs@hotmail.co.uk how am I ever
By Jos Biggs
going to get one on? Nevertheless it had to be done. I placed the new bra back to front and clipped it up, noting that it already seemed eager to form an unbreakable reverse positioned bond with my flesh. Now it was down to tact and stealth. I ran my finger around its band, surreptitiously easing it round millimetre by millimetre until it was placed appropriately for cargo loading. I eased the load on board, and hoisted the support straps, watching for spillage as I did so. However, there was none! Everything corresponded harmoniously in size and contour - it was a perfect fit! Quickly, before it could mould itself permanently (or at least until winter sets in) to my flesh, I unclipped it, returned it to the bag, and picked up the original bra. For a second I baulked, unwilling to go through the rigmarole of yet again donning a close fitting but uncooperative garment. I looked at my unfettered reflection in the mirror. No, I thought. You can’t do that, there are innocent families out there, they don’t deserve such punishment! I struggled into my old bra, and emerged from the toilet with all safely gathered in. I am very pleased with my new bra, but one thing worries me – its label gives its brand name as Marlon, which is a male name. Was it perhaps designed to be worn by ladies of a different gender?
Old Regrets, New Beginnings At times in my life I have come across characters who had left the life they had known and simply upped-sticks and legged it to pastures new. I’m not talking about the drop-outs or the no hopers who simply decide to dedicate their feeble energies to not finding work; living off the rest of us and squatting in someone else’s property. No, I’m referring to those brave individuals who for whatever reasons, have made the decision to give up good jobs and comfortable life-styles in many cases, and attempt to rediscover themselves in a new environment. The people that most of us envy when we meet them and hear their stories, although we know that as desirable as their tales sound, we would never have the courage to do it ourselves. I’ve not come across any here in the Costa’s – places like this I imagine, are the very ones that these singular people usually want to escape from, and are the antithesis of the laid-back life styles in quieter, out of the way locations. Many years ago, I met Eric in the tiny fishing village of Polperro in Cornwall, where I was living. Probably in his late forties, he suddenly appeared behind the bar
of our favourite harbour side pub at the start of the summer, and although nobody seemed to know much about him, he soon became a popular fixture and a very good barman to boot. The population in holiday venues like Polperro increases dramatically during the summer with tourists, but also with seasonal workers taken on as temporary staff in the numerous restaurants and shops. After a particularly hectic session one night with yours truly somewhat the worse for wear on Newcastle Brown, Eric offered me a floor to crash out on for the night in the tiny one bedroom harbourside cottage he had rented. I only lived half a mile away as the seagull flies, but it was all up-hill, and if anyone is familiar with the village, they will know that Talland Hill is tricky enough to negotiate whilst sober even with emergency oxygen strapped to your back, let alone when you are three sheets to the wind. But it was over our breakfast of boiled eggs and soldiers the next morning, sitting in his cosy living room watching the sun glinting tantalisingly off the placid harbour
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waters, that he told me about himself. He had had a lucrative job back in Kent – he was reluctant to give me a precise location, for reasons that became obvious – and was a married man of some twenty years standing. There were no children, which had become a festering bone of contention between him and his wife, and the marriage which had been travelling down a one-way street for some time, now found itself up to its axles in mud and permanently bogged down. He and his wife had even ceased to become friends, he told me – it was a hopeless situation. Moreover, he loathed his well paid job, and it didn’t help matters that instead of a warm welcome on arriving home from work each day, he was greeted either with silence or bile from his increasing nag of a wife. He made a joke of it by describing his dinner each evening as consisting of either cold shoulder or tongue salad. According to him, he woke up one day and decided that everything would change; gave his notice at work that very morning and told his wife later the same day that he would be leaving home for some
undisclosed destination because, as he said, they both needed a complete fresh start. He had one month remaining at work and in that time he signed the house over to his wife along with the car – both paid for and with no strings attached – and made adequate financial arrangements for her. He would be in touch in due course regarding a divorce he informed her, and that was that. The day after he finished his employment, laden only with two canvas grips, he was on the train to Cornwall and a new life. I asked him how he felt, having had a few months with his new and unfamiliar life style. Were there any regrets? Absolutely not he informed me. He had never been happier or more contented. Later, I met many such types who crewed the boats that arrived in Bermuda during the biennial Newport-Bermuda race, mostly youngsters, but occasionally men and women who had opted out and had been crewing around the world for years as their preferred life style. Like Eric, they all seemed very happy with their lot and were having the times of their lives. Discarding material possessions and thumbing your nose at convention. It’s an attractive concept.
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Alqueria was calm, peaceful and serene. It was very worrying. This high power inertia usually meant a period of suppuration. Time to renew the rivalry between the barrios, to allow mutual disdain to fester and grow. The Village held its collective breath waiting for the inevitable resumption of hostilities. Manuela’s absence from the village had left the Hill People leaderless requiring them to keep a low profile. They spent their time planning and plotting ready for her reappearance. When she did return from vacation she caused quite a stir, for she had with her a little seven year old raven haired girl. The Pueblo’s very efficient rumour generation and broadcast network soon had her down as Manuela’s erstwhile fostered daughter. Men throughout the Village checked old diaries and a dozen or so started packing ready to make themselves scarce. They began unpacking again when the little girl was registered under the name of Izar Expósita at the local school. Whether the child was a foundling or whether Manuela was simply muddying the water is still hotly debated but at least the male population was ‘off the hook’. The Village Elders, in search of evidence to validate their gossip began comparing the physical attributes of the two. The raven hair, olive skin and those deep brown eyes which can dissolve a man’s heart at two-hundred paces were wonderfully common in this part of the Iberian Peninsular. A close examination of the eyes however may have given a clue. Izar’s carried a fire reminiscent of Manuela’s, gateways to smouldering souls? The Elders then looked for similarities in behaviour and Izar didn’t disappoint. On her first day at school a badly advised boy of nine decided to challenge Izar’s authority in the playground. Izar reduced him to a quivering heap in no time at all. The simple promise of setting fire to his house and burning it and all in it to the ground did the trick. Her teacher wasn’t impressed however and demanded she made an apology. The venom with which she issued her threat was in stark contrast to the engineered angelic pose adopted for the issuing of the apology. On hearing of the fracas the Elders nodded wisely and set about perpetuating their gossip with a new found zeal. Whether little Izar will impact on Alquerian politics as much as Manuela has, only time will tell. The Newcomers however may have had a glimpse of what is in store.
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The number of emails that I have received this week having a similar theme of people in trouble with refilling ink cartridges, just to find out that these lovely people are having a joke. Each and everyone of these emails help to brighten up a wet and dismal week – thank you all :-) Windows 8 gains ground among the OS ranks! For everyone out there who thinks that this is a misprint, let me assure you it isn’t. But don’t worry! This Operating System (OS) with it’s 7% market share still drags, sadly, behind Windows 7 (45%) and the ancient Windows XP (33%). Windows Vista (which should have never been released) still hangs in there with (4%). The remaining 10% (ish) are OS’s that haven’t had the Microsoft Marketing Machine coercing computer manufacturer’s into using MS products. Steve Jobs (Apple) never had the ruthless manipulation skills of his ex-partner Bill Gates, preferring for his product to speak for itself. This it does in spades! Please remember that each successive incarnation of windows is pushed by the Microsoft Marketing Machine and, as the marketing succeeds, the previous versions lose their footing and fall down the rankings. Although, in the case of the most popular Windows XP, it does seem to be holding on, albeit with grim tenacity! Windows 8 was received by you, the everyday user, with as much welcome as a fox in the hen house. It was designed as a kludge (a quick-and-dirty solution) for both PCs and touch-screen devices, Windows 8 has proven to be less than popular with us, the users, with its Modern desktop approach. Whereas some love it, others hate it. Either way, the latest upgrade Windows 8.1, is Microsoft’s first attempt to make the OS more palatable than its predecessor. Disappointingly, Microsoft haven’t done the massive U-turn to changed the way you see your desktop back to the way it was! What they have done, is to add the much loved ‘START’ button, which then will allow you to use the ‘normal’ Windows menu system that we have grown accustomed to and added a menu option that allow you to always start on your desktop, just like most of us do now! It does have a variety of new apps (there’s that ridiculous abbreviation again!). The first is called ‘Xbox Music’ and is a replacement for ‘Spotify’ and other online music stations. The camera program has been upgraded to something more like a ‘Snap and Modify’ suite of utilities. This will allow you to take snapshots and then start to tweak them. Probably the best addition is something that other Operating Systems have used for a decade and more. The ‘Auto-Update’ of programs that you have installed onto your computer. For Example, You use a free office suite and it has just had an upgrade on the web. Normally, your program will say “Oy Fat Boy, I’ve a new version out there!”. Now, Windows 8 will do that for you will all your software whether it has the option built in or not. As I pointed out earlier, Linux has done this for 10 years and more. Having seen, and played with, the beta test version, the changes are so minor that I wouldn’t spend a bent cent on the upgrade. In fact, I would stick with Windows 7 (if you must have windows anything)! This release will be out in October 18th (supposedly!). For unbiased opinions come to the computer club at ‘Jacks Bar’! Starts at 10(ish) until 11:30(ish) and if you have computer related problems, I will be at ‘Jacks Bar’ from 12 til 4 offering a free computer diagnostic clinic. Bring your problem computers to me for a free examination. After the 5 or so minutes it takes to diagnose the problem you can, take the solution away and fix it yourself for free or I can do it but not for free :-) Have a great week For further information or advice on computing, contact Trevor on 689 892 745 or canducomputing@hotmail.co.uk guernica by pablo picasso
The town of Gernika (Basque spelling) is strategically important as 2 main roads intersect there with links to the port town of Bermeo and the Basque capital Bilbao. The river also becomes deep
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Guernica by Dave Boling The painting which I am currently working on will be called Guernica. By means of it, I express my abhorrence of the race that has sunk Spain in an ocean of pain and death. Pablo Picasso Like the great artist, Boling painted his sprawling mural as a fictional piece, emphasising how closely-knit and struggling Basque families were irrevocably disfigured but not completely destroyed by the Spanish civil war. The story inevitably shows un-necessary human suffering and loss coupled with acts of heroism and amazing fortitude of the nobler characters who miraculously survive the atrocities during the destruction of Guernica in 1937. Even before 1937 Picasso wanted to shatter art and reshape it. Sadly, the opportunity came and in his rage he created his famous painting. He appears in the story and expresses his anger verbally to German soldiers as well as through his paintings. Boling’s characters are inspirational, solid, good and noble. Not perfect by any means but strong enough to survive the traumas of losing their loved ones, homes and livelihoods. They strive towards self-sufficiency and are family-oriented. They loved life and dancing seemed to be an important part of their lives until it was banned by Franco. The women were sensual and their dance movements were erotic: Miren and Mariangeles began spinning in mirrored orbits, doing triple kicks and turns, side kicks and turns, arms upraised and fingers snapping. With each spin, their skirts rose outward only to gather tightly when they stopped and reversed, creating swirling eddies of red satin. Angeles Ansotegui dies shortly after giving birth to her third son, Xabier. Her husband, Pascual is so devastated by her death that he loses the will to live and eventually disappears into oblivion. His eldest son, Justo, at 15, takes on a paternal role and takes charge of the farm in Errotabarri, Guernica. The boys grow up as orphans and surprisingly, thrive. Justo meets Mariangeles Onati and the chemistry is strong in spite of his arrogant and self-inflated ego. His brother, Josepe, became a successful fisherman and Xabier was encouraged to join the seminary where he played a significant role in the church and in politics. Imperfectly matched, Justo and Mariangeles were enamoured with each other and the birth of Miren complemented their happy union. Our second major family is the Navarros, typical fishermen. Eduardo (Dodo) is high spirited, outspoken and vents his anger against the Guardia Civil who are pro-Franco supporters. His brother Miguel is drawn into a skirmish when Dodo is accused of being subversive and is physically threatened. He defends Dodo and both boys go into hiding fearing arrest. Ironically, it is Xmas time, a time of peace. Even nature sympathises as the wind blew icy needles accompanied by the arthritic groaning of the frozen pipes. Dodo is taken to St Jean-de-Luz where he heroically risks his life in smuggling people into Spain then onto Portugal or Gibraltar. Miguel is sent to Guernica where he learns the art of carpentry and romantically falls head over heels with Miren, Justo’s daughter. Justo is interestingly described as
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enough for trading boats to navigate the estuary to the Bay of Biscay. Across medieval Europe meetings were held and new laws signed under oak trees. In Gernika there’s been an
a cross between a Catalonian bull and a cave bear. Typically Basque. He is overbearing and his overprotective nature towards Miren makes it virtually impossible for courting. However Miguel is not put off and confronts Justo about his father’s undying love for his wife as well as the story about castrating the sheep. Surprisingly, Justo gives his approval to a marriage and the men forge a strong relationship. Migue, another heroic Basque, introduced an element of eroticism into his work because of his love for Miren. He created finer products, with greater detail and polish with lines that were subtly sensuous. Miguel and Miren were tender lovers, fully transparent: He was power, she was grace. He solid, she liquid and once their marriage had been consummated: They were both liquid. Fulfillment arrived with the birth of Catalina. Domestic bliss is short-lived and from time to time Boling drops strong hints of revolts and arrests as the civil war rages and moves dangerously close to Bilbao then Guernica. Xabier counsels Jose Antonio Aguirre who became the first Basque president and we learn a lot about the bloodthirsty rebels, hungry for Basque blood, the tortures and executions through his confessions. Lieutenant Colonel Wolfram von Richthofen was one of the many Germans supporting Franco although he disliked the Spanish. To him they were a nation of bumbling procrastinators. He lost no sleep over masterminding the complete annihilation of Guernica. Arrogant. Wicked. Without a conscience. After so much death and destruction he looked back at his handiwork with admiration and wrote: Simply terrific. Social conditions were appalling. Rationing. Hunger, stealing. Suspicion of informers. Arrests. People disappearing. Out of the depths of despair comes hope. Ordinary people with extraordinary powers of resilience and strength mentally as well as physically. It is likely Boling wanted us to admire these people and learn something from their ability to keep going. On a bench of land to the west, the symbolic oak of Guernica stands rigid and undisturbed. Somehow the rebels and Germans didn’t damage the tree, though little else escaped their influences. Symbolic of liberation and democracy. Unmoved. It seems that somethings are indestructible including man’s spirit and determination for freedom. Publisher: Picador. ISBN: 978-0330-460668
oak on the same spot since the town was founded in 1366. The first lasted 450 years being replaced in 1742. The third tree was planted in 1858 but this was replaced
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in 2005 after it died from a fungus. The town gardeners have always grown oaks from the acorns and there is a stock of descendants which are given as gifts to towns and organisations friendly with the Basque region. Gernika is the traditional seat of the Biscay Province Parliament; Basque laws were passed under these oaks up until 1876 with a meeting house built nearby for this purpose. When the Basque region became part of Castille it became customary for new kings to come to Guernica to swear an oath under the tree to uphold the laws of Biscay. The symbol of the oak leaf features on many Basque logos and coats of arms. So Gernika has always held special significance for the Basque people and it’s regarded as their spiritual heart. During the Civil War most Basque regions voted to side with the ruling republicans which pitted them against the nationalists led by Franco. Northern Spain was hugely important for both sides as it has coal, iron and the subsequent heavy industry
in abundance. The nationalists were aiming to take Bilbao and on March 31st leaflets were dropped from planes across the region bearing a message from General Mola telling people their lives and possessions would be spared if they surrendered. The same day the town of Durango became the first ever defenceless civilian European town to be bombed from the air. Hundreds died and fighter planes straffed people in the streets as they ran. General Queipo Del Llano claimed over the radio that only military targets has been hit and that the priests and nuns that died had been locked by communists in the churches and burnt alive. Monday is market day in Gernika and was and still is a huge affair taking on a holiday feel. On April 2nd 1936 the town held 10,000 people; locals, market goers and also refugees fleeing the first bombings from a few weeks earlier. At 1630 hours all hell broke loss and for 2 and ¾ hours the German Luftwaffe (Condor Legion) and the Italian air force carpet bombed
the defenceless town. Wave upon wave of explosives and incendiaries rained down, with fighter planes shooting people as they ran in fear. The town was all but destroyed. The supposed military objective was to destroy the river bridge which remained untouched as were the two munitions factories. Journalists arrived quickly to the scene and reported the bombing but the Francoists denied any bombing had taken place instead blaming the republicans for setting fire to the town as they retreated. It’s estimated around 1500 people lost their lives. A few days later the town was taken unopposed. The oak tree and meeting house were luckily untouched by the bombs and locals held an armed guard around the tree to stop the victors felling it as a symbolic act against the Basques. At the Nuremberg trials Goering confessed that Guernica was used as a testing ground for the ‘total war’ bombing techniques for the war to come!
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TORRY GAIN A HARD EARNED POINT AND REMAIN UNBEATEN Last Sunday Torry travelled 100 miles north to Llosa de la Ranes to play Llosa in a highnoon shoot-out. The previous weekend Llosa had pulled off a shock 2-1 win at much fancied Castellon. Torry had no suspensions or injuries and except for defender Alexis, who is still waiting for the paperwork to come from Mexico, by carrier pigeon ? ,so that he can be registered, Torry had a full squad to choose from. Torry manager Anselmo made changes to the starting line-up. Vicente returned to the side at right-back after sitting out the first game of the season through a suspension carried over from last season. Obele made his first start of the season up front as the lone striker in preference to Eric. The manager took a cautious approach electing to play 2 defensive midfielders, Valdeolivas and Burguillos, in front of the back-four. FC Torrevieja: Carrión, Vicente, Dani Meseguer, Eloy,
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Rafa, Valdeolivas, Burguillos, Carrasco (Gash 78 ‘), Obele, Alberto and Micro (Pastor 70’). Subs not used: Carlos, Eric and Dani Lucas In the mid-day heat the game kicked off in front of a crowd of around 250. After a tentative start by both sides Llosa took the initiative and after 13 minutes Campos seized on a ball over the top and beat Carrion for a GOALLLLL to Llosa 1-0. This spurred Torry into action and they went in search of an equaliser. On 16 minutes Carrasco had an effort from close range turned round the post for a corner by the Llosa keeper. Alberto took the corner which was delivered to the back post and met by the unmarked Valdeolivas who headed the ball into the back of the net for a GOALLLLL to Torry 1-1. Torry then had opportunities to take the lead through Micro, Obele and Carrasco but didn’t take advantage of these. Just before halftime Llosa had a couple of reasonable chances but the
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finishes didn’t trouble Torry keeper Carrion. Llosa started the second-half the stronger and took the lead again on 48 minutes through a scrambled GOALLLLL 2-1 after a throwin into the Torry box wasn’t dealt with. On 53 minutes a punt up field by Carrion wasn’t dealt with by the Llosa central defenders and the loose ball fell to Carrasco who found the back of the net for a GOALLLLL to Torry 2-2. Both sides had chances to win the game but didn’t capitalise on them with Torry finishing the stronger. A well earned point for Torry after coming from behind twice. Valeolivas and Obele picked up bookings for Torry. That is two draws for Torry in the opening couple of games which leaves Torry in 14th place in the table. Torry have a friendly on Saturday 7 September, kick-off 7.00 pm against local La Liga side Elche CF who have no game over the weekend because of the “international” break for the World Cup qualifiers. Torry have a home league game scheduled for the following day against Torre Levante kick-off 6.30 pm which the club are trying to re-schedule. At the time of writing this report, Monday, the league match had not yet been re-scheduled. Let’s hope it is. The league is the most important and 2 games in 24 hours is certainly not ideal although the football club really do need the revenue the friendly match may potentially generate. To catch up on up to date information about Torry visit the clubs website www. futbolclubtorrevieja.net or the new Torry Army website www.fctorrevieja.net . A satisfied Darrylldinho, following his adopted team in Spain remain winless but still unbeaten
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happened to the Gota Fria ?????? Scoring on the day was on the low side with the eventual winner returning 32 points a mere snip at some of the scores the same players returned a week earlier with Benijofar Golf. The course was in good condition and the greens held any golf balls that players threw into them. The par 3’s appeared to test most golfers with only 3 of the 4 NTP prizes claimed one to a young guest player Sam Bird whom didn’t respond with a score likening his name and proceeded to 3 put !!!!!! and the other two par 3’s taken by Nikki Ead, well done both.
SPORTSMAN GOLF SOCIETY QUESADA: Bonalba Golf & Spa Wednesday 28th August 2013 All players met at the Clubhouse and where undecided on what we should do..... Long journey to Bonalba to find out we would be rained off or call it a day ? After some deliberation we decided to hit the road and take a chance. What a good decision it turned out to be. 18 players in total took to the fairways of Bonalba and believe it or not blessed with dry weather. Whatever
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again !!!! as Spanish failed to humble his challenger whom was playing with 2 shots less. Come on give me a game John !!!! Winners of the Day : Winner : Dave Smith 32 pts Runner-up : Andy Trefry 31 pts Nearest the Pins : 4th: No Winner 8th :
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11th : Sam Bird 14th : Nikki Ead Front 9 : John Kemp 19 pts Back 9 : Dave Lewis 15 pts A big thank you to Ron & Yo for providing NTP prizes and a great feast after the game. Also thanks to Mancini’s restaurant for donating prizes. Next meeting Wednesday 25th September @ La Serena new players welcome email sportsmangolf@hotmail.com for more info.
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TORREGOLF.EU at Font del Llop What a great day, perfect conditions after the severe storms of Thursday for a full house of Club members playing their normal Stableford Competition. One would have thought that after raining so hard there would be puddles everywhere but no evidence to show anywhere for our 10am start, well done the staff of Font del Llop for providing us with such a great course in great condition. Scoring on the day was low to average with only 8 members beating that 30 point score. Event of the day was Paul (The Hulk) Hurrell now adding another name to himself and after an Eagle on the 18th is now Paul (Eddie the Hulk Eagle). Well done Paul. Results were Category 1. 1st. Tony Mackman 38 points 2nd. Eddie the Eagle 33points 3rd. Peter Kerr 32 and 4th.
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If I was a duck I would be quacking my head off today, paddling in the mud and holding my head up to feel the rain on my beak!! But I’m not, I am an average handicap golfer who prefers to play golf in my shorts and polo shirt, with the sun on my back. Unfortunately today, the one day of the week I play golf, the heavens opened and we got a good soaking. Well only on the last 4 holes really, and I know we need some rain, but why on a Thursday for heavens sake! There’s 6 other whole days in the week that it can rain! I’m not whingeing, I just couldn’t think of anything else to write about really. A good number of members
Brian Walsh 31. Category 2. 1st. Ray Pollock 32 points 2nd. Christopher Rose 30 3rd. Bob Tyson 29 and 4th. Steve James 28 Nearest the pins to-day Hole 3 Sandra Twentyman, Hole 8 Dave Hardy, Hole 12 Brian Walsh, Hole 17 Ray Pollock. Our Full Monte prize sponsored to-day by Vince Lannon in support of our local football team C.D.Montesinos went to David Rowlands. After the game we returned
and guests turned out today, Thursday 29th August, to play at Alenda golf. The course was it’s usual superb condition, only the damp on the ground and the rain that came later held up the run of the ball. Some good and bad scores were posted today. The prize winners were as follows:Gold Category. 1st Alex Duchart - 37pts. 2nd Bob McShane 31pts. Best front 9 Steve Hamilton. Best back 9 - Steve Ashurst. Nearest the pin - Dave Harwood. Nearest the pin in 2 - Alex Duchart. Silver Category. 1st Dave Titchen - 33pts. 2nd Tony Macmillan 28pts.
to El Raso Restaurant, El Raso for some Tapas, drinks and the results. Thanks to Mario, Kathy & Igor for looking after us so well. Will be back in October for our Annual Dinner Dance. Our photo to-day shows the winners on the forecourt of El Raso Restaurant, so if you want to be one of the winners come and join us and contact davidwinder.torregolf@gmail. com or give David a call on 626774157.
Best front 9 - Bill Howie. Best back 9 - Phil Bowditch. Nearest the pin - Stuart Taylor. Nearest the pin in 2 - Graham Butterworth. 2 ball winners were:- Dave Harwood; Colin Pepperday; Alex Duchart. Thanks to all members and guests for a good turn out. Next week 5th Sept, we are scheduled to play at Altorreal, however this may change. Players will be notified of any changes. The following week we are playing at Alicante golf. Looking forward to playing with you next time. Thanks, Steve Lawrence.
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ITV ORIHUELA RFC START TRAINING FOR NEW SEASON This week starting on Tuesday 3 September, Orihuela RFC are back in training for the new season after the summer break. So looking forward to seeing all the players from last season and plenty of new ones, after some brilliant results from then, so that we continue in great strides forward for the club in 2013/2014 season in the Murcia league. The club is also looking at getting a second team up and running so that everyone gets a game this year, so the more new players the better, no matter what age or experience you have, just come along and join in the fun. After a long break with most of the other teams in the league continuing through the summer with beach training and plenty of 7’s tournaments, so we are playing catch up. Also this week starts the rugby season in the UK with live rugby
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Thader started the new season today with an away match at Callosa, one of the most attractive grounds in the league, nestled below the bulk of the Sierra Callosa and with palm trees down one side of the stadium. Their support is always good which makes for a lively atmosphere. Thader had the first goal chance when they won a corner after ten minutes, the ball falling to Pomares whose header went just over the bar. Five
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Orihuela Costa With the new season on the horizon Orihuela Costa Cadetes F.C. who play their football in the Valencian Federation League have joined forces with Club De Futbol Racing Playas De Orihuela. This new venture will secure football for the local youth of the Orihuela Costa and surrounding area. With investment from local businesses being given to the club it will allow the club to compete with all the other club’s who play in the same league as Orihuela Costa team financially as well as competitively on the field. This has always been a massive problem for the past three years due to high pitch fee’s being charged to Orihuela Costa Cadetes and without sponsorship from very supportive local businesses in the past the club would have
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Callosa were now trying to press Thader but our defence was standing firm and after thirty minutes Thader were coming back into the game. Five minutes before the interval Thader broke down the right and a good cross found Nino who fired the ball into the net to put us one up and so the score remained at the interval.
The second half was a scrappy affair with Callosa becoming increasingly rattled but Thader more than holding their own. With ten minutes to go the home team won a dubious penalty after an alleged handball. Callosa netted to equal the score. More drama five minutes later when our keeper, Jovi, brought down a home player in the box for another penalty and Jovi was sent for an early bath. Substitute keeper, Parra, came on to try to save the spot kick and managed to get a hand to the ball but couldn´t keep it out.
Callosa were now in front and there seemed no way back for Thader. In the dying moments Thader won a free kick just outside Callosa´s area. ¨Cometh the hour, cometh the man¨ Up stepped Lloyd to fire the ball through the home defence to equal the score. Final score : - Callosa 2 - Thader 2. Next Sunday we are at home to Hercules `B´. Contact Peter on 693 768 593 for more info.
folded a long time ago leaving local youths without a team to play for unlike every other local town & village who provide football for their local children due to their local town hall funding activities. Unfortunately Orihuela Costa town hall has never been interested in this despite the fact a huge percentage of revenue collected for Orihuela Town comes from the Costa area. For Orihuela Costa Football Club it makes it even more frustrating to see all their competitors who come under the umbrella of Orihuela Town not only providing these teams with fantastic facilities and materials but also to see these teams turn up in plush new coaches to games and all for a third of the price of what our local children have had to pay.
The new club Racing Playa de Orihuela will continue to use the C.D.M. pitch with their great facilities as their home ground for games and training. The club covers all age groups from Pre Benjamin 5-6-7 years / Benjamin 8 - 9 years / Alevin 10 -11 years / Infantil 12 -13 years / Cadete 14 -15 years / Juvenil 16 - 17 -18 years / Adult mens team. Mini football is also in the pipeline for children of 3 to 5 years old. This has been the dream of local businessman Alfredo Miranda who has worked tirelessly to set this venture up and along with Antonio Garcia of C.D.M. sports center has now managed to get the club registered and now up and running. All the football coaches are
fully qualified and legally contracted to the sports center so to ensure all players receive quality coaching and peace of mind for parents of younger players. Training will be 90 minute sessions two evenings a week with a league game on weekends. The club will issue full training kits to all players who register so if you feel your child would benefit from the fantastic facilities and also the reassurance of qualified coaches then come and try Club De Futbol Racing Playas de Orihuela the only football club representing the Orihuela Costa area for local children and families. For further information on training times please call :965 503 915 or e-mail: recepcion@ cdmorihuelacosta.com
Training is at the Miguel Hernandez University ground at 20.15 on Tuesday and Thursday for the seniors and juveniles. The juniors start at 18.15. So if you are interested, dig out those rugby boots and come along and see for yourself what it is like. New players are always welcome no matter what age or skill level you are. If you would like more information about what is going on in the club, you can contact the club by phoning myself, Garry on 692 767 242, and for the juniors contact Oscar on 600 871 606 (Spanish)
turned from hero to villain when he lost possession outside the box. A home player fired in a good shot which Jovi finger tipped over the bar.
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Lo Marabu Golf Society (in association with Costa Blanca Green Fee Services) at Villamartin 29th August 2013. For this month’s society meeting a group of 34 players visited the established course at Villamartin taking advantage of the excellent society deal obtained from Costa Blanca Green Fee Services. The previous evening we had a terrible thunderstorm bringing back memories of our only cancelled fixture in 7 years on the same course in February this year. The weather was pleasant with slightly lower temperatures than normal although there was a hint on thunder at one point on the back nine. The course was in reasonably good condition but a few of the tee box positions had seen better days and should have been moved by the greens staff. The winning scores were as follows: 1st Dave Mason – 36 points
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Best Guest – Will Hobbs – 30 points Nearest the Pins: Dave Blinston, Steve Rhodes, Dave Mason and Gavin Parke. After the game we returned to the Lo Marabu, which is located at Dona Pepa, Quesada for a welcome meal prepared by the bar and the prize presentation. Our next fixture is CAPTAINS DAY at El Valle on Thursday 26th September 2013. Report by Mike Probert of Costa Blanca Green Fee Services on 966 704 752 or 661 345 931 or see us at our web-site at www. costa-blanca-greenfees.com.
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at Hacienda Requilme Wednesday 28th August 26 members and guests traveled to Hacienda Requilme wondering if we would be playing golf , as the skies darkened and one or two rain spots dared to come down, however the wind kept the rain at bay and we made it round the 18 holes without getting the wet suits out, the only drawback was that the greens had been hollow tined the week before and the greens are taking a bit longer to recover due to the heat, we were also amazed to find that we could not get a drink before teeing off as the one and only bar/restaurant did not open until 10.00am and as we were teeing off at this time we were quite disappointed, Hacienda is a difficult course and the scores were quite low for most of us but as you will see some did find the right way to play it, and well done to them. Results Gold Div
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Winner John King 31pts 2nd Roy Westlake 30pts 3rd Gordon McGregor 26pts Silver Div Winner Anne Day 33pts 2nd Janet Candilin 24pts 3rd Ann Hobbs 21pts Nearest the Pins Gold Div Par 3 Hole 15 Les Lindores Silver Div Par 3 in 2 shots Hole 7 David Westerman Par 4 in 3 shots Hole 3 Paul Flanagan The Roy Tony Patterson Best Guest Pat Westlake Our thanks as usual go to Anita & David at Quesada Country Club for the wonderful refreshments laid on for our return , also thankyou to the weather for staying good!!! if you are interested in becoming a member please contact our membership secretary Les Pancott on 966716723. our next outing is to Alenda on 11sept. Reported Secretary
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