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“WE WILL NOT SURRENDER”

HE Canary Government is going ahead with plans to call a referendum over imminent oil drilling in the ocean off Lanzarote and Fuerteventura.

The move is in direct conflict with the Spanish Government which says the archipelago has no jurisdiction in this matter and cannot ask people to go to the polls to register their objections.

But Canar y president, Paulino Rivero has pledged to carr y on fighting against Repsol´s controversial plan and wants the public to speak once and for all.

The legal steps are currently being taken under the law to allow freedom of speech and it is thought the referendum could be held as early as October. Those who are registered as residents of the Canary Islands will be able to vote either on-line or through the traditional method of the ballot box.

The Canary Government has been asking Spain for an oil referendum for months but has failed to give a reply. Instead, it approved Repsol´s environmental report into drilling, a decision upheld by the Supreme Court at the end of June when seven appeals were dismissed.

Protests have continued, including a demonstration on the beach of Las Teresitas in Santa Cruz when campaigners

Photo: Greenpeace mocked up an oil spillage and the presentation of a petition with 200,000 signatures collected world-wide in Madrid.

Sr. Rivero has accused the central government of “abusing” the archipelago and treating it like a colony in relation to the decisions being taken about the oil exploration.

He said the position of the

Canary Government against drilling remained the same, “loud and clear” and once again called on Spain to halt the whole process.

Sr.Rivero said it was pure common-sense that people in the Canaries were against the drilling because the islands lived on tourism.

Regarding the referendum, he said it was a matter of social

and economic sense. He confirmed that Spain had not answered the request but that the Canary Government will act under Article 10 of the law on participation of the community.

He has warned once again that the Canary Government will move “land, sea and air” to stop the oil exploration and following the Supreme Court´s decision, will go to the Constitutional Tribunal with an appeal.

“We will not surrender and we will not pay,” he said.

The Canaries have found an ally in the Balearic Islands which are also against oil prospecting.

Sr.Rivero feels Spain has abandoned the Canaries and is not supporting the people.

Co-ordinator of the legal battle, Martín Marrero, spokesman for the regional executive, said the Canary Government was serious about the call for a referendum and has already prepared two decrees under the Ley de Participación Ciudadana passed in 2010.

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Get ready to vote!

Spain has indicated that in no way will a referendum be allowed because it is a matter of the state.

Therefore, the Canar y Government will be ver y careful about how it drafts the question to avoid a legal challenge and might ask something like “Do you agree that the courts should have approved the environmental report to allow drilling?”

It will take about two to three months to approe the decrees and will be subject to various consultations and reports before-hand. The process was officially started last week with the formal announcement.

The Spanish Government

has been accused of “cowardice” by not responding to the request for a referendum and for not being “polite”.

The central government delegate in the Canaries, María del Carmen Hernández Bento said the situation was very clear; the Canary Islands could not hold a referendum on a state matter.

The Supreme Court dismissed all seven appeals, rejecting the bids by the Cabildos of Lanzarote and Fuerteventura, the Canar y Government, Ecologistas en Acción-Ben Magec, la Fundación César Manrique, WWF and Izquierda Unida.

On June 17th, represen-

tatives of five major Spanish environmental organisations delivered at the headquarters of Repsol more than 200,000 signatures gathered in 183 countries against oil exploration in the Atlantic between Fuerteventura and Lanzarote and Morocco.

Repsol believes if oil is found, it could meet ten per cent of the consumption needs of Spain.

Greenpeace´s simulation of an oil spill on the beach of Las Teresitas was part of a huge demonstration across Tenerife, the Canary Islands, the mainland and the Balearics.

A spokesman for the

environmental organisation said they were hugely disappointed at the Supreme Court´s decision as they believe drilling anywhere in Spain will pose a huge threat to the environmen and marine life.

Greenpeace contends that Repsol´s figure of meeting ten per cent of Spanish demand could easily be achieved through saving measures and energy efficiency without endangering the population and environment.

Canary Coalition has also raised the matter with the European Commission and wants to know if it is aware of the situation and the environmental impacts.

BODIES UNITE

Hoteliers object to AENA private cash plans

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The four main groups of the islands, including Ashotel, are backing the stance of the Canary Government which is against Spain´s controversial plan to privatise AENA and put shares up for sale by November.

The Canary Government

believes this move will be detrimental to the archipelago which has worked hard to increase routes and visitor numbers against the general trend of the economic recession. Whilst if feels some airports, such as Tenerife south, will be profitable and therefore

ECSTASY SEIZED

Warning over summer drug use

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HE arrival of the hot summer weather and special events has led police to launch a crack down on drug possession and consumption.

Officers were out and about in the south of Tenerife recently as crowds attended a big pop festival and arrested two people for the possession of esctasy tablets and on suspicion of tryng to sell them.

They were found to have 106 tablets in a small plastic bag and 280 euros. At one stage, when they knew they

had been spotted by police, the 32 and 34-year-old tried to throw the pills away.

Police say the summer months bring more partying on Tenerife, hence their increase in vigilance. So far generally this season, there have been 60 arrests for possesion of drugs including cocaine, cannabis and synthetic drugs.

attractive to investors, the smaller airports might not get the same treatment and routes and services will eventually suffer.

Ashotel has teamed up with FEHT, Asolan and AEHTF to think again. The hoteliers say the local airports are not the same as on the mainland and are based on tourism which in turn is the main engine of the economy.

April and May have been

good months for the islands´airports and they do not want to see this progress dented or reversed.

Ashotel believes this upward trend will continue provided there is no interference.

Socialists also believe the injection of private cash will be a retrograde step and that everything must be done to defend the AENA system in the Canaries.

SAFETY FIRST

Delay over Teno road opening?

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OPES that the access road to the popular tourist destination of Punta de Teno in the Buenavista del Norte area would open in July appear to have been dashed.

It has been reported and apparently confirmed by Tenerife Cabildo that this will not be the case because of the technical difficulties encountered in remedial work following landslides last year.

The TF-445 has been closed since last November, with access only allowed for those with houses or farms there.

The road is considered dangerous because of its proximity to the cliff face which has become unstable, with some rocks falling on to the carriageway and also damaging the surface.

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row has broken out about hospital waiting times after allegations that women have to wait more than six months for a mammogram at the Canary University Hospital in Tenerife.

It has also been alleged that the average delay for diagnostic tests in the archipelago is 97 days, with the HUC recording the highest figure of 155 days. It also takes about 224.4 days fr an ultrasound at this hospital and it was said to have the worst delay of 195.75 days for a echocardiogram.

Corresponding figures for La

Candelaria are substantially lower, such as 55 days for an ultrasound.

The statisics were supplied by the Ministry of Health in the Canary Islands but the HUC says they are completely wrong and that it is only a two day wait for a mammogram, 171 days for an echocardiogram, seven days for a general ultra-sound and

just one for cancer.

Deputy for the Popular Party, Mercedes Roldós said the figures provided by the hospital were “a joke” and noone would believe you could get a mammogram there within two days. He said it showed public health was in chaos, that it was the people who were suffering and has called for more information.

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EARLY WARNINGS

Puerto denies Missing children: Spain in new street cafe claims alert system

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UERTO de la Cruz council has strongly rejected claims that it has put up the charges for street pavement cafes by up to 200 per cent in certain cases.

The Association of Businesses in the central zone says it is incensed about the new scale of fees which has meant a huge rise for some of its members and has waned of future action.

But Puerto council says this is not the case and rates have only gone up a lot if the trader in question had substantially increased their number of tables or the space occupied since the new ordinance was imposed.

In some instances, for

example, a business had been paying for just ten tables but the actual number was found to be 40.

Council officers say action will be taken if pavement cafes have taken over too much space and reduced mobility for pedestrians.

They have also stressed that their only intention is to help revitalise trade in Puerto and encourage more people to visit the town and hence bring extra business for restaurants, bars and cafes.

Granadilla to create more jobs FAMILY LIFE-LINE

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EVEN years after the mysterious disapperance of Gran Canary children, Sara Morales and Yeremi Vargas, Spain is instigating a new early warning system.

The procedures are the same as already in place in countries such as Germany, France and the United States and includes measures such as the emergency telephone number of 900 300 330 and details published on the internet once verified.

There has been no trace of Sara and Yeremi since they disappeared in separate instances and police continue to follow up leads.

Recently, there were three more cases in Madrid, prompting the launch of the new early warning system which goes under the codename of Amber. It will include a detailed description of the missing child within a few hours of the alarm being raised and fullscale co-operation from all sections of society. The alert can then be local, national or international.

RESIDENTS “PUNISHED”

Fury over neglected state of Las Aguas

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RANADILLA is celebrating news that the Spanish Government is to give maximum cash support to a two-year plan to get the socially disadvantaged back into employment.

The Mayor, Jaime González Cejas said nearly one million euros would now be available and this would give indirect Jaime Gonzaléz Cejas assistance to at least 106 families.

The council is well aware that the rules governing how jobs can be created for the unemployed is very strict but one way is through helping those at risk of social exclusion.

This will operate in 2014 and 2015 and is considered by the authority to be “an historic achievement”, backed by both Fecam and Canary Government.

Fifty per cent of the project can be grant-aided for the two years and Granadilla has received the full amount.

The Mayor said they would be able to create jobs within the law and therefore help dis-advantaged families overcome their present plights. He said it had been the result of a great deal of hard work and the return of the municipality to financial stability.

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OCIALISTS in San Juan de la Rambla say one of the most prominent areas of the municiplity is being totally neglected and they have produced these pictures to hit home their complaints.

They say “Las Aguas” should be one of the calling cards of the pretty town but this is far from the case. Instead, its derelict state, neglected landscaping, lack of maintenance and uncleanliness is causing a shadow over the rest of San Juan de la Ramba and alleges the council is doing nothing about it.

They have called on the authority to take urgent action, to include maintenance, cleaning, improvement of the access road, taking rubbish away and generally making the area look much nicer.

The Socialists say they have made proposals to help the situation but these have “fallen on deaf ears” . They believe this is punishing local residents and they don´t understand why.

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CAPITAL IDEA

Radar traps announced in advance More top awards for Siam Park W ATCH out! There´s a speed trap about and Santa Cruz wants you to know about them.

In an effort to cut driving speed and to improve road safety, local police are telling motorists in advance where they will be setting up radar traps.

The information will be published on the police Twitter account of @PoliciaLocalSC and will advise of the checkpoints in and around the capital on a montly basis. The details will be updated each day.

Speeding is a major cause of accidents and Santa Cruz has been mounting a campaign for some time to improve its statistics. It seems to be working as last year, accidents on the local roads were cut significantly by 15 per cent and 3,223 drivers were sanctioned which is an increase of 40 per cent on 2013.

CITY’S WARNING

EMERGENCY CALL

Residents jump “Cat” restored after fire alarm after senseless vandalism act R ESIDENTS of a property were said to have jumped out of the building after a fire broke out in neighbouring premises.

Fire-fighters from Santa Cruz were alerted to a fire in the headquarters of the Pharmaceutical Association of Santa Cruz de Tenerife in avenida Veinticinco de Julio.

A call was made to the 1-12 emergency centre, reporting that smoke was coming out of the fourth floor of the building.

People inside a neighbouring

property had apparently jumped out after hearing the fire alarm.

The fire brigade found the source of the blaze was in the basement and called out Unelco to deal with the electrical panel which had been affected.

National and local police attended, together with the SUC Canary Urgency Service.

OPEN SITE

Shop avoids fire alert

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fire call-out to a shop in Santa Cruz proved somewhat of a false alarm.

Crews were called out just after midnight after reports of a fire in a unit in calle Azahar in the capital.

It was reported that flames were coming out of a hardware store located in El

Chorrillo.

The fire had actually broke out in an area containing pallets and machinery in an open area of land and was quickly extinguished. The police also attended.

Siam Park has started the summer with another four accolades.

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HEY represent the highest possible certifications for environmental care, quality and standards and for animal care.

The new awards follow on from a string of achievements over the last six years, including Trip Advisor´s Travellers Choice Award as the best water park in the world.

One of the new awards is the Biosphere Park certification given by the Institute of Responsible Tourism, linked to UNESCO, which

honours the top places to visit according to ratings and higher standards of sustainability and respect for the environment.

Siam Park is also certified with ISO 9000 standards; ISO 14000 and EMAS, absolute proof of real commitment to the highest quality in the industry.

An unusual monument of a cat in abstract form has been restored to its former glory after another attack of vandalism.

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TAFF from a specialist company offered to do the work free of charge so that the public can once again enjoy ‘Monumento al gato’ in the Garcia park in Santa Cruz.

The monument has had to be cleaned up on a number of occasions because of graffiti artists, most recently in November of 2011 and now last month again.

The city council says it is very grateful to the expertise of the company Esculturas Bronzo which had to painstakingly remove all traces of the paint and then restore the stonework.

The sculpture, located inside the municipal park García Sanabria, is made of stone, cement, plate glass, acrylic and iron.

It is a reproduction by the La Laguna artist Óscar Domínguez to emulate the original owned by Conde Noailles which is in the south of France.

The Santa Cruz cat was made in 1973 based on plans and photographs and consists of an arc of four columns with green grass eyes and metal whiskers, topped by triangular ears.

Sadly, other statues in the city have been plagued by the same plight of vandalism which the council has condemned and warned it will instigate prosecutions if the culprits are found.

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LATEST PHASE

Gofio mill project marches on

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project to restore and convert an old gofio mill into a tourist attraction and museum has moved one step closer to fruition.

The council of San Juan de la Rambla has just completed work on improving and upgrading the environment and access to the Molino de Gofio situated in the Pico de la Grieta area of Barranco Ruiz.

The work began in March with a view to improving the zone and creating a future tourist spot.

The project has been co-funded by the Canary Rural Development Programme.

Acting Mayor, Marco Antonio Abreu said they were very pleased with the result which had been carried out with great sensitivity.

Now, planning will turn to developing the mill itself to create a living gofio museum.

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HOTEL ACCIDENT stream-lined improvement plan has given a new-look to calle La Gaviota in El Médano.

Granadilla council said the work was confined to a period of one month so it could be finished in time for the busy summer season and not interfere with visitors.

The main purpose was to replace fixtures and improve the street lighting.

The street is in the main

tourist centre of El Medano and it was considered important to improve aesthetics, safety and accessibility of the coast at this point.

The road is near the beach and ocean and part of the lighting was out of action because of deterioration and vandalism.

Woman falls on to bar roof

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woman was rushed to hospital in a serious condition after apparently falling from the fourth floor of an hotel in Santiago del Teide.

Fire-fighters based at San Miguel de Abona were alerted at about 11.30pm and were told that a woman needed to be rescued.

She was said to have fallen several floors and landed on the roof of the bar next to the hotel pool. It was understood she fell from either the third or fourth floor.

On arrival, the fire-fighters went to the assitance of the woman who was put on to a spinal board and transferred on to hospital. An investigation was launched.

FLAMES SPOTTED

Early-morning alert at restaurant

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“Fire drama” at La Laguna church

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N emergency situation in the historic centre of La Laguna was not all it seemed.

To passers-by, it appeared that there was some sort of drama inside the church of la Concepcion and that a number of people had been injured and needed to be evacuated.

This scenario was, in fact, a drill to test the response times of the Canary Urgency Service. It was organised by the Tenerife Fire Brigade under the European project HERITPROTwhich is

concerned about the protection of historic centres.

Emergency workers were asked to deal with the aftermath of an earthquake which then led to a fire inside the church. Nine people were said to have been injured in varying degrees, indicated by colour coded cards.

A field hospital was also set

up, together with an SUC medical camp. Various vehicles were brought in, including the UMCAT mobile disaster unit, rapid response vehicles and ambulances. About 30 professionals were involved.

The successful drill also indicated the response times and involvement of the 1-1-2 emergency centre.

POLICE OPERATION

Thief caught red-handed in Laguna

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OLICE believe they have caught a burglar who was causing great concern amongst traders in La Laguna.

A man aged 41 has been arrested following a special police operation which included surveillance and information from residents.

The suspect is thought to have carried out at least a dozen robberies, eleven of them at local businesses and one at a private home. When he was arrested, he had various tools and equipment with him, including gloves, screwdrviers, pliers and clothing.

Many of the robberies had been in Aguere and the target was mainly bars and small shops in the areas of La Higuerita, La Cuesta and Los Majuelos.

fire in the kitchen of a Chinese restaurant led to the partial evacuation of a nearby hotel.

Fire-fighters from San Miguel de Abona, together with volunteers from Adeje, were called out to the emergency at the premises in San Eugenio.

A call was made at 7am in the morning to report that flames were seen inside the building in calle Gran Bretana. Firemen extinguised the blaze which had started in the kitchen and ventilated the restaurant whilst the partial evacuation of the hotel was carried out as a precautionary measure.

Police and the Canary Urgency Service also attended.

RESIDENTS’ CONCERNS

New row over phone masts

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ESIDENTS of Candelaria are the latest to protest about a problem plaguing other parts of Tenerife; mobile phone masts.

There were angry scenes at a meeting with officials and the Mayor when allegations were made about the health implications of masts, with one man saying he had cancer and thought there could be a link.

There are up to 20 mobile phone masts in Candelaria and at least three are considered to be illegal, with action pending against them.

The Mayor said they were obviously concerned about the situation but stressed they could not do anything about

masts which had been put up within the law. However, he pledged there would be an investigation into illegal ones.

There was particular concern about one mast which is close to a school and a health centre. The council said it had taken readings and emissions did not exceed the legal limit.

On the flip side, opposition councillors claimed the council had done nothing between 2010 and 2013 about phone masts or their control.

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OFFER EXTENDED

Another Nobel prize winner to join Starmus Festival

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OLLOWING the news that the world renowned theoretical physicist Stephen Hawking will be speaking at the festival, three more distinguished scientists including Astrophysicist, Cosmologist and Nobel Prize in Physics John Mather, leading physicist John Ellis, Palaeoanthropologist Katerina Harvati and Apollo 7 astronaut Walter Cunningham, will all give talks at Starmus this September.

taking place during the week.

The week long festival will be taking place at the RitzCarlton, Abama an exclusive five star resort on the south west coast of Tenerife.

The Festival is supported by the Canary Islands Government through PROMOTUR Turismo de Canarias, the

The Starmus Festival is open to anybody with a passion for astronomy, science, art and music and celebrates the wonder of the cosmos and the scientific progress being made to understand where we came from and what’s out there.

The organisers have also confirmed that due to phenomenal response from Canarian residents to the “second person for half price offer” (two people for 300 Euros), that the deadline for booking and payment has been extended until 31st July.

Further information can be found on the organiser ’s website at www.starmus.com John Cromwell Mather (USA) is an American astrophysicist and cosmologist who won the Nobel Prize in Physics in 2006 for his work on the Cosmic Background Explorer Satellite (COBE) with George Smoot, measuring the cosmic microwave background radiation, showing it came from the early universe,

Alert as robber hits women with stick

and discovering that it has hot and cold spots that are responsible for the existence of galaxies, stars, planets, and therefore people. This work helped cement the big-bang theory of the universe.

Professor John Ellis, is leading physicist of The European Organisation for Nuclear Research (CERN) and Clerk Maxwell Professor, Kings College London. His primary research interests focus on the phenomenological aspects of particle physics, but he has also made important contributions to astrophysics, cosmology, and quantum gravity Ellis is a long-term research leader at the Large Hadron Collider (LHC), where high-energy experiments have started and will take physics into a new realm of energy and time. This research also will address the physics analogues of the simple yet profound questions of human existence.

Ronnie Walter Cunningham better known as Walt Cun-

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Cabildo of Tenerife, Agencia Canaria de Investigación, Innovación y Sociedad de la Información, the Cabildo of La Palma, International Astronomical Union and Instituto de Astrofisica de Canarias (IAC).

Further information at www.starmus.com

N urgent warning has been relayed in Puerto de la Cruz about a violent robber who appears to be targeting women in the street.

ningham was the lunar module pilot for the eleven day Apollo 7 mission in 1968. The first manned test flight of the third generation US spacecraft. Cunningham participated in and executed manoeuvres enabling the crew to perform exercises in transposition and docking and lunar orbit rendezvous with the S-IVB stage of the Saturn IB launch vehicle.

Katerina Harvati is Professor of Palaeoanthropology at the Institute for Early Prehistory and the Seckenberg

Centre for Human Evolution and Palaeoenvironment at the University of Tübingen.

Her work establishing the African origin of all modern humans was named by TIME Magazine as one of the top ten scientific discoveries of 2007.

Attendees of the festival will have plenty of the chance to mingle and share their views on astronomy and space exploration with the well-known personalities, during the various events

Police are being extra vigilant and stepping up controls following reports of several incidents involving a nasty technique.

The robber apparently carries a stick or a cane and when he goes past a woman he thinks might be carrying valuables or money, he hits them on the back of the legs. This makes them stumble and lose their balance. The man takes the opportunity to steal possessions from them and runs off.

The suspect is described as between 20 and 30 years of age, about 1.75m tall, of slim build and with short hair which is either blond or light brown.

He usually operates in the area of the Botanico road or around the Hospital Bellevue, between 11am and 3pm.

The offences are said to have taken place over the last three months and at least two women have been hurt.

Anyone who can give further information to assist the police in their enquiries is asked to get in touch.

Meantime, without spreading alarm, people should be aware of their own security and be careful about how they carry their handbags or belongings.

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DIRTY STREETS

PROSECUTION WARNING

“Guaza is neglected”, Socialists claim

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HE town of Guaza in the Arona municipality is being totally neglected and the needs of more than 2,000 residents are being ignored.

This is the claim of local Socialists who are calling on the council to instigate an urgent plan of repairs, refurbishment, cleaning of the streets and a better refuse collection.

The PSOE says a million euros was spent on the area just a year ago but there are already pot-holes and dips in the road which need attending to.

They also say rubbish lies around for weeks, it has been months since the pavements were properly cleaned, dead trees need removing and replacing and generally speaking, Guaza does not get any priority treatment.

There is also concern about the state of drains and gullies, said to be full of debris which will cause a major problem and flooding the next time there is heavy rainfall.

The Socialists want green areas improved and say it is ironic that dead trees are not being replaced when Arona has its own municipal nursery.

They maintain the quality of the life of residents is being adversely affected by the conditions in a district which is nevertheless “full of opportunities”.

Pledge over work at popular beach

POLICE ARRESTS

Bathers spot illegal patera

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NOTHER boat-load of illegal immigrants has tried to reach the north coast of Tenerife.

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MERGENCY work on the slopes adjoining the popular beach of El Socorro is expected to be complete by the end of this week.

The pledge was made by the Mayor of Los Realejos, Manuel Domínguez who declared the project an emergency because of safety factors.

There were fears that movement and erosion could lead to a landslide at the height of the busy summer season, creating potential danger for pedestrians and vehicles alike.

An area of 1,000 square metres is being dealt with, with a mesh put in place and

anchored down.

The local council says it has taken all measures to ensure safety and there have been warning signs about the work, with partial closure of footpaths. However, bathing has been allowed to continue, as well as use of the beach.

The 546 bus service from Realejo Alto to El Socorro is also operating as it does each summer though a smaller vehicle is currently being used.

A small patera was spotted off Tazacorte, near Santa Cruz, with the alert having been raised by swimmers and sunbathers.

The Civil Guard intercepted the vessel and found at least 12 people on board, all male and of various ages. The youngest was about 15, the rest between 25 and 30.

All were found to be in good health after being checked over by the Red Cross and were then taken into custody to be transferred to a holding camp.

The immigrants included Senegalese and Mauritanians and the twelfth person was thought to be the boat’s skipper.

GUIA INCREASE

Farmers worried about rural crime

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OLICE and the local council have pledged to stamp out an increase in rural crime in Guía A number of farmers got de Isora.

together recently to talk to the Mayor, Pedro Martín about the general situation and to express their concerns.

Police have confirmed that although burglaries in houses in and around the main residential areas have decreased, there has been a rise in incidents at rural fincas and abandoned farms.

They say a lot of storage buildings and out-houses do not have proper locks and thieves are stealing whatever items they can find, including tools, machinery and copper wiring.

There have been at least three arrests in recent weeks and officers are stepping up patrols.

Residents have been asked to be extra vigilant and to report any suspicious behaviour.

Team gets tougher on “abroad fraud” in Spain

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ENEFIT fraud investigators have warned of more prosecutions as they continue to clamp down on Spanish swindles.

The team from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has investigated more than 1,250 cases of benefit fraud by British residents over the last five years and works closely with UK counterparts to bring fraudsters to justice.

‘Abroad fraud’ is now the fourth largest type of benefit fraud, up almost 90 per cent in the last three years - and Spain is the top of the list, with 769 cases investigated last year alone. The free and confidential hotline to use in Spain to report suspected benefit cheats is 900 554 440.

The top three benefit fraudsters in Spain who have been convicted so far this year had claimed some £217,000 between them. All three have now received jail sentences and been ordered to repay the money they stole.  Janice Purdie, 62, from Hove, this month pleaded guilty to over £130,000 of benefit fraud and received a 12-month prison sentence. She failed to tell DWP that she owned a property in Spain and had numerous different bank accounts whilst she was fraudulently claiming Income Support, Pension Credit, Disability Living Allowance, Housing Benefit and Council Tax Benefit over a nine-year period.  Jimmy Rickner, 72, from Exeter, was this month jailed for six months for fraudulently claiming almost £50,000 of disability benefits and Pension Credit over eight years, when in fact he was living with his partner in one of two properties he owned in Spain. Thomas Wadham, 73, of Aylesbury, falsely claimed £37,000 of Housing Benefit and Pension Credit between 2007 and 2010 while he was living in Spain. He was sentenced to six months in jail in January and ordered to pay back all the money.

The UK Government is taking more action to tackle abroad fraud by increasing the use of life certificates to stop fraudsters continuing to claim benefits when a claimant has died, and increasing datasharing so foreign authorities tell the UK about overseas claimants.

David Freud, Minister for Welfare Reform, said:

“Benefit fraud is wrong both at home and abroad, and fraudsters need to know that our investigators will look into cases wherever they are and that their benefits will be stopped.

“We are toughening the rules to crack down on benefit cheats and recovering more money than ever as part of the Government’s long-term economic plan - clawing back a landmark £5m in Spain.

“But we know there is more to do and we are returning fairness to the welfare system to make sure it delivers for people in need and the hardworking taxpayer who funds it.”

Richard West, Head of DWP Fraud and Error Service, said: “This is a significant achievement for our team in Spain and will hopefully serve as a warning to benefit cheats no matter where they are in the world.

“Fraudsters need to know that our investigators have the powers to track them down and that being overseas is no hiding place. We are determined to crack down on people who play the system, so that benefits only go to those who really need this help.”

If you suspect a benefit cheat in Spain, call the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) hotline on 900 554 440. Your call is free and confidential.

All fraudsters face either an administrative penalty or criminal prosecution and all must pay back every penny they have obtained, so that taxpayers’ money continues to help the people most in need.

Typical frauds committed abroad include claims by people leaving Great Britain after their claim starts, people failing to notify DWP before leaving the country or staying abroad for too long, and families who fail to report the death of someone living abroad permanently and continuing to receive benefits.

Abroad fraud totalled £82m in 2013/14, including £48m of Pension Credit, £11m of Housing Benefit, £8m of Income Support and £15m of Employment and Support Allowance. The total was slightly below the £84m in 2012/13, after rising from £55m in 2011/12 and £44m in 2010/11.

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EMBASSY ALERT

Better safe than sorry: be aware of highway robbery unfortunately need to pay around four hundred pounds to get emergency passports to get home.”

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RITS in Spain have been warning about the dangers of “highway robbery” following a spate of new-style thefts on the mainland.

There is no suggestion that this is happening in the Canary Islands but the British Embassy feels it is better to be safe than sorry and for people to be aware of what is going on.

The gangs are deliberately homing in on cars with foreign number plates and hire cars.

Police in the Catalonia region of Spain have dealt with 126 British victims of robbery on the AP7 motorway between the French border and the Valencia region over the past two years.

British Consulates across mainland Spain say they are receiving regular reports of roadside robbery occurring along the coast between Barcelona and Alicante, across Andalucia in the south and in the Madrid region. Consular staff estimate that one in 20 of all emergency passports issued last year as a result of theft were following motorway robberies.

A new video produced by the Foreign Office - ‘Don’t let thieves drive you to distraction’ - shows real-life footage of some of the most common tactics. Highway robbers flag their victim down by indicating there is a problem with their vehicle, then one gets out to distract the occupants’ attention, whilst an unseen accomplice robs passports, money and other valuables before the gang makes a fast getaway.

In a second case, the robber tricks a victim into thinking they have a problem with their parked vehicle, whilst another opens the door and removes valuables. Other tricks include throwing something that creates a sudden noise, or puncturing a tyre at a roadside rest stop.

Will Middleton, consular regional director for Spain, warns: “Distraction is the most common technique used by highway robbers in Spain. They will try to worry you about the state of your vehicle and then whilst they point out the supposed problem, an accomplice is robbing you.

“So be wary of anyone attempting to stop you when you are driving or trying to point out a problem or offering assistance.

They may not be the good Samaritan they appear to be.

“If someone points out a supposed problem whilst you are on the road, keep going until you reach a service area. If you have to stop, make sure one person stays in the vehicle. Keep valuables out of sight and out of reach. If you do notice a problem with your vehicle, call your emergency breakdown service for help.

“We are working with the Spanish police to alert British visitors to how these gangs work, so that holidaymakers can avoid becoming victims. Police statistics1 indicate that these robberies are largely non-violent.

‘However falling victim to this kind of theft can be distressing and costly: a family of four who lose all their passports would

In April, Richard Hibbs from Llandudno in North Wales, and his brother-in-law who lives in Spain, had just driven through the toll booths on the AP7 motorway north of Barcelona when another car drove up very close to them and they heard a loud noise. It sounded the same as when Mr Hibbs had been in a minor collision once before.

A youngster leant out of the window of the car and started shouting and gesticulating towards their vehicle, motioning them to stop. Alarmed, they pulled over and both got out.

One of the occupants emerged from the other vehicle and held their attention by talking loudly in Spanish and pointing at their rear tyres. Then he suddenly broke off mid-sentence, ran back to his vehicle and dived in through the rear window as the car sped away.

Whilst they were being distracted, another member of the gang had sneaked into the car and stolen a leather travel wallet containing two passports and other documents from the glovebox, and two coats from the back seat. The whole incident lasted less than two minutes.

Mr Hibbs says: ‘Fortunately we didn’t have any cash or cards in the wallet and there were no weapons involved, although we’re still not sure how they made the noise. My insurance covered the cost of replacing the passports.

‘I’d say to anyone travelling in a vehicle with UK plates to think at least twice before stopping on a Spanish motorway in similar circumstances, particularly at night, and don’t keep all your valuables in the same place. If you do have to stop, don’t all get out of the car.’

CASE STUDY 2 Mr and Mrs J from Lewes in Sussex were on the AP7 north of Barcelona when a car overtook their British-registered Transit van and a young girl leant out of the back window shouting and indicating that there was a problem with the bikes on the back of their van.

Unsuspecting, they pulled over and the passenger in the other car took them round to the other side of their van. Mrs J realised something was wrong when the ‘good Samaritan’ started pointing underneath the vehicle, but it was already too late.

An accomplice had grabbed their passports and valuables, dived back into the moving car and the robbers made their getaway. Mr J warns: ‘It all happened so quickly… my advice is to avoid stopping on the motorway for whatever reason.’

Top tips to avoid highway robbers ruining your holiday: On the road  Be wary of people flagging you down  If you have a problem with your vehicle, call your emergency breakdown service  Keep valuables out of sight and out of reach When you stop  Park your vehicle in sight  Take your valuables with you  Watch out for tampering

CAPITAL’S HOTELS

A winter record but summer not so hot?

Hotels in Santa Cruz are hedging their bets about what this summer will bring following their best-ever winter season for ten years

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CCUPANCY levels in the first four months of 2014 averaged close to 60 per cent, with January and February soaring to 64 per cent and 66.4 per cent (58.6 per cent in March and 42.4 per cent in April).

In some cases, this meant an increase of between 12 per cent and 41 per cent on the 2013 figures.

The association Ashotel says it is delighted, especially as the hotels were also able to command better prices. It also reflected the great start made by the whole of Tenerife.

According to figures from Tourism of Tenerife, 26,376 foreign visitors stayed overnight in Santa Cruz between January and April, representing an increase of 43.1 per cent.

There were significant increases in Nordic visitors, up 98.4 per cent, and from Germany, up 49.8 per cent.

Bucking the trend for the rest of the island, domestic tourism also increased by 4.5 per cent.

However, Ashotel does not expect the trend to be reflected for the summer months as May, June and July coincides with the low tourist season.

Last year, occupancy levels during this period were around the 36 per cent mark, still considerably up on 2012 which was very weak.

Ashotel forecasts a performance on a par with the summer of 2013, perhaps slightly up but nothing too startling.

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Join in “Cultural “Great day” for San Fridays” GRANADILLA SUMMER Andrés as dam declared urgent PATIENCE REWARDED

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Summer fitness on the beach

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RANADILLA residents looking for something different to do this summer are being in vited to join in the new series of “Cultural Fridays”.

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LDER folk from El Rosario are being in vited to “come down to the sea” this summer.

From now until the end of August, activities will be taking part on the beach of Radazul. These include fitness workshops, entertainment and memory games, in addition to the benefits that the ocean and sunshine brings.

This is an annual event and is free of charge for the senior citizens of the municipality. Sessions are held each Monday and Wednesday and involve around 150 people.

To help attendance, there is a shuttle bus from various parts of the municipality.

But Santa Cruz city council says all authorities must now work together to ensure the work becomes a reality as soon as possible following the years of delay.

San Andrés has been affected time and time again by high tides which have brought huge waves crashing over the road adjacent to the ocean and flooding homes and businesses.

The council has always contended that work on a semi-submerged dam should be implemented with urgency to save further disasters.

Now, after many months of pleas, the Council of Ministers has finally agreed and officially declared the project bone of emergency.

The Mayor of Santa Cruz, José Manuel Bermúdez said this was one of the best pieces

of news of recent times and a breakthrough for the city but particularly for residents. They had spent many years struggling to solve a problem that affected the safety of residents, businesses and homes.

He expressed the hope that the work can go out to tender very shortly and said when the project did get underway, it would take about ten months to complete.

Deputy Mayor and town planner, José Ángel Martín also welcomed the news, albeit “a year late”, but said the emergency declaration would allow the dam project to proceed at a quicker pace.

He congratulated all the residents for their peserverance and patience with this issue which they had endured for far too many years.

UNDER-USED BEACHES

San Miguel “has great potential”

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HE Mayor of San Miguel believes the town is ready and waiting for major improvements and now is the right time to do so.

In a meeting with hoteliers.

Valentín González said the island’s Plan for Improvement of Tourist Spaces was the

ideal vehicle to encompass new projects and to transform the urban environment.

These should include

regeneration of San Blas beach and works at Playa de San Salvador, the San Blas Nature Reserve and the Marina of San Miguel.

The council believes the Modernisation Plan should be a stimulus for private

investment which in turn will revitalise San Miguel and help to create and preserve jobs.

It is also felt that the coastal areas of the zone are underused by tourists but offer great potential.

VOTING OPENS

Choose the theme for Santa Cruz Carnival

We’ve had Mexico, the Middle Ages, Rome, Pirates, Flower Power and Bollywood

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OW, thoughts are turning to the theme for the 2015 Santa Cruz Carnival and members of the public are being asked to select their favourite.

Five options have been put forward, namely Africa, Sport, The Future, The Sea and The World of Advertising.

The public vote opened on July 4th and closes at noon on July 15th, after which the final decision will be announced on the Carnival’s official website of www.carnavaldetenerife.com The annual carnival is the only one in the Canary Islands to have gained the status of an event of international tourist interest and it attracts hundreds of thousands of people from all parts of the world. It is said to be second only to the carnival of Rio. The theme in 2014 was India.

The aim is to bring Canary culture and history to the local population with a series of outings and visits.

The programme has been organised by the local council’s youth and leisure departments and will take in other municipalities, as well as trips to museums, such as the fascinating Science and

Cosmos.

Councillor in charge, Nacho Mendoza Morales said the programme offered alternative entertainment for the summer months and provide a chance for people to learn about their history in an enjoyable way.

Registrations can be made online through the web www.granadilladeabona.es

Health care bill could shock young travellers

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One in three young Brits (in the age group of 16 to 24) think it is unnecessary to take out insurance when they go overseas, often leaving their families to pick up the pieces.

The findings from research conducted by ABTA come as the British Embassy urges expats living in Spain to encourage their young visitors to be fully prepared for their visits to Spain and ensure they are properly covered.

Costs arising from uninsured accidents abroad can be significant and it is often parents who are presented with an unexpected and large bill with no hope of reclaiming the money. The cost of bailing out a loved one can run into thousands - but despite this, almost half of 16-24 year olds claim the reason they don’t take out insurance is because they are willing to take the risk.

One in five young people think that a European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) acts as a full insurance policy when abroad. In fact, an EHIC only provides access to state medical care in the European Economic Area. It’s important to realise that it excludes any other costs such as getting an individual back to the UK, which can run into thousands.

One in seven (16%) of young people wrongly presume that all their treatment costs will be covered by the UK Government if they have an accident or fall

ill while abroad. In reality it is the holidaymaker, their family or their hosts who will likely pick up the bill if a young person is not covered. This can range from £500 to treat a sprained ankle at a private clinic in a popular holiday resort like Ibiza, to £12-16,000 for a scheduled flight, stretcher and medical escort from the Canary Islands. Serious injuries can also lead to medical bills of thousands of pounds a day which can rapidly escalate to very substantial sums if you are treated at a private hospital in Spain.

Consular Director for Spain, Will Middleton, says: “Over the summer, British residents all over Spain open up their homes to young friends and family visiting from the UK. Accidents and emergencies do happen and it is often you, the host, who ends up having to cover the cost in the first instance if the victim doesn’t have adequate insurance.

“If you have friends or family coming to visit, especially youngsters, make sure that they take out adequate insurance before they arrive. It is also important that they check that the policy covers them for everything they want to do while on holiday and that they have declared any medical conditions - or the insurance could be invalidated.”

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CULTURAL STATUS

PRIZES PRESENTED

Puerto tapas route was “best ever”

Recognition for “La Casa del Patio”

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LL the hard work to restore “La Casa del Patio” in Santiago del Teide has been officially recognised.

Everyone involved in the multi-million euro project is delighted that the Canar y Government has declared the 17 th centur y building of “Cultural Interest”. This is known as a BIC and is equivalent in Britain to being listed.

The classification not only safeguards its environment but confirms the properties status as of great heritage value.

It is believed to have been built in the last third of the 17th centur y but underwent significant reforms thereafter and was once the home of the feudal lord of the manor.

Plans to restore it got underway in 2003 and it was completed in 2009, followed by

the opening of the La Casona del Patio hotel nearby.

The Casa del Patio houses a visitor centre, rustic tasca/ café bar, wine museum and a museum of Canary life which particularly focus on the volcanic eruption of 1909 of Mount Cinyero. This was the last volcanic eruption on Tenerife, lasting ten days and causing massive lava flows.

There are also riding stables and a craft shop selling pottery, embroidery, local cheeses, honeys, wines and more.

The beautiful hotel has 20 rooms and is surrounded by the natural environment but offering all the latest comforts and technology.

Get active with Adeje summer scheme

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ON’T be bored this summer. Come along to the Casa de la Juventud in Adeje and join in the project “El Puntito”.

The initiative is open to all youngsters aged between 12 and 14 and activities will range from English workshops, social networking and surfing to an excursion to Siam Park, sailing at Playa San Juan and a visit to the marina and environmental classroom at El Puertito.

There will even be cup-cake making and camping at Buenavista del Norte.

Youth councillor, Adolfo

Alonso Ferrera said the scheme would provide a safe, dynamic and healthy alternative for young people this summer. It will focus on entertainment, fun, learning, socialising. language, workshops and trips.

Those interested can find out more at the Casa de la Juventud. The project got underway on July 1st and continues until July 31st.

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tapas route held in Puerto de la Cruz for a fortnight in May has been hailed as the “best ever”.

Twelve restaurants, bars and taverns served up more than 9,000 dishes between them and the quality of the food was much praised.

The tapas route was part of the “Mayo Canario” programme in Puerto de la Cruz and traders have been thanked for their cooperation.

Restaurante Maga, Restaurante La Casona and Restaurante Compostelana Plaza were placed first, second and third by customers who voted for their best

tapas dish, presented under the title of “Entre Volcanes”.

The awards were presented by tourism councillor, Carmen Dolores Padilla and event organiser, Antonio Marrero.

Even at this stage, an invitation was extended to all the restaurant trade to take part in next year’s tapas route and to surpass the 5,000 customers who enjoyed the flavours of the local cuisine.

Three of them were especially rewarded when they won the prize draw.

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Tenerife Sur Lions hold their President´s Night Gala Dinner On Saturday the 26th June Tenerife Sur Lions Club held its 29th Presidents Night Gala Dinner

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N a time to enjoy meeting old and new friends in a convivial atmosphere, Lions Club members and their guests gathered on the terrace of the prestigious Hotel Paradise Park for pre-dinner drinks and canapés prior to the more formal duties and speeches of the evening.

Ken Sadler, presiding Master of Ceremonies introduced the out-going Lion’s President Norman Goodall MBE to present the club’s annual awards.

Making a number of “President’s Appreciation” awards to club members and others who had assisted in various ways to keep the club moving forward from strength to strength Norman also presented special awards to the Lions Volunteers who help run the charity shops saying without their help and support the club could not have achieved the success it had seen in its many projects particularly the holidays for disadvantaged children.

Following the presentations Norman then formally handed over the Presidency to incoming President Mike Marshall who thanked everyone for attending the evening and in particular his son Peter who had arrived from the UK especially for the

occasion.

He spoke of being keenly aware of the histor y and heritage of service Tenerife Sur Lions Club had built over the years, a history that has seen tremendous achievements and undertakings laying the solid foundation it enjoys today.

He continued by saying “I am therefore conscious of my responsibility as President to continue to preserve that foundation and that is ver y much my intention, so to a large extend it will be business as usual for the club’s core activities, the shops, the helpline, the scholarship award programme, the “recycle for sight” initiative and of course the holidays for disadvantaged children.

However foundations are for building upon, and to do that there is often a need to consolidate what has already been achieved. Inevitably changes occur over time and I am also very aware that we

need to ensure we use our energies and resources in the best and most effect ways possible.

Over the last six months we have made great strides in doing just that and have achieved a number of refinements to some of our activities and administration making them more efficient, productive and cost effective.

I want to continue that process and use it as a catalyst for innovation into new ways to support and aid the many needy situations and projects that we find within the local community.

As I have said it will be largely business as usual for us Lions this year but with something of a “swish of the tail” to show we are still a club true to its ethos “We Serve” and ready wherever we can to meet the needs of our local communities and beyond.”

He concluded by thanking fellow Lions, the Volunteers and Contributors for their past support and, what he was sure, would be their continuing partnership with club.

With the presentations of over, the assembled company moved into the dining area to “Welcome In” the President, his Lady, Margaret Marshall before the commencement of the Gala Dinner service.

Following the Grace and the giving of Loyal Toasts to His Majesty King Felipe VI of Spain and Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, the meal service

commenced with a Gala Dinner, a beautifully presented five course meal reflecting the hotel’s dining excellence which was enjoyed and appreciated by ever yone, it being further enhanced by an excellent service of good wines and concluded with coffee and liqueurs.

During the meal the new President had the honour of presenting Lions member Edna Goodall with the highest accolade of the Lion’s International Organisation the prestigious “Melvin Jones Award” for her long and active service with the Tenerife Isla Sur Lions Club.

Complimenting the evening there was music, dancing and entertainment with three great cabaret acts which soon had everyone dancing the night away.

With carriages at midnight another fabulous Tenerife Sur Lions President’s Night drew to a close.

A, big thanks of appreciation must go to all who worked so hard behind the scenes to make the evening the obvious success it was.

In particular to Ber yl Sadler who designed and arranged the table decorations, seating plan and memento brochure, not forgetting the staff and management of the Paradise Park hotel with a special thanks to all the waiters and kitchen staff for whom nothing was too much trouble.

Friends of Tenerife

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HE Friends latest fundraising lunch was at the Magnolia restaurant on 17th June. We were joined by Jose Luis, now vice-president of APANATE, and Marie who is a member of their committee.

Each year we give help to APANAT E , a n a u t i s t i c centre for children with special needs located in La Orotava. This year they asked if we could provide a large television, three i-pads and seven sets of special earphones for use in their classrooms, mainly by 3-5 year olds. Following a lovely meal, Helen Jamieson the FoT president presented these gifts to Jose Luis. He then spoke for several minutes in ver y good English, thanking everyone for supporting their organisation. Meanwhile one or two of our members were hoping the television was a raffle prize – dream

on! Thanks to all our members for making occasions like this possible.

On 26th June we took the coach down to El Medano for a few hours to enjoy the sea and sunshine. There was a lovely cool breeze for those who wanted a stroll after lunch. We then went to Iceland for our usual ‘mystery tour’ – they really should issue maps on arrival so we know where things are! Pleasantly shopped and watered we then boarded the coach for the journey back to Puerto. We are so lucky to live on this wonderful island, and be able to enjoy our coach trips while raising money to help others.

Help from Scally Waggs

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CALLY Waggs Golf Society Captain, Frank Moss handed over 2,400 euros to Carol Salis bury to help purchase a bus to transport cancer patients to and from hospital.

Carol and her friends were delighted with this fantastic sum of money and thanked Frank and all concerned.

This was raised from the two day golf competition in Adeje.

News from Accion del Sol

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HIS is “ Minnie” as she has aptly named, another victim on the streets arriving at the refuge very thin and unwanted with no micro-

chip.

She is looking for a new loving home. We can only once again stress the importance of micro-chipping your beloved pet and ensuring the correct data is given when changes in address or phone numbers occur. Let’s hope Minnie finds a new home soon along with the other 200 or so dogs at the refuge.

Remember “Titan “ the rottweiler who was adopted from the refuge and joined the Spanish Army not so long ago?

Well here he is with his new friends. They are so pleased with his progress. He is now a very happy dog and enjoying Army life.

With the summer holidays not too far away, Accion Del Sol are busy planning their summer holiday programme.

The first course will run from the 28th July - 1st August and

the second course 4th August - 8th August 2014. The hours are from 08.00-16.00 and it is open to children aged between 6 to 10 years. For more information and to reserve your child’s place please call 922778630; the closing date for signing your child up is 15th July. The children will be involved in many educational and fun learning activities in a good safe environment.

Please call 922778630 for more information or if you would like to help out in anyway, towels and blankets are always needed for the dogs if you have any to spare. They would be ver y much appreciated by our four legged friends. The refuge is situated at Poligono De Industrial Estate, Granadilla, Exit 51 on the TF1, directly next to ITER

the Parque Eolica where the windmills are and it is open to the public Monday, Tuesday ,Thursday , Friday 14.00-

17.00pm and Saturdays 13.0016.00 . The refuge is closed Wednesdays, Sundays and on Public holidays

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HYDRO-WIND FARM IS FINALLY OPENED

Historic day for El Hierro as dream becomes a reality Photos: www.goronadelviento.es

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L Hierro has taken another significant and “memorable” step forward to becoming the first island to be 100 per cent energy efficient.

The official opening of a new five turbine wind farm was described as a momentous day in the history of El Hierro.

The ceremony was attended by a string of distinguished guests, including the Secretary of State for Industry, Energy and Tourism, Enrique Hernández Bento; president of the Canary Government, Paulino Rivero and president of El Hierro Cabildo, Alpidio Armas.

The presidents of electricity company, Endesa and the Technology Institute of the Canaries were also present.

Also among the guests were people who had been involved in the planning and instigation of the project which 30 years ago was just a dream but is now a reality.

It was a major accolade for one of the smallest islands in the world to achieve one of the greatest projects of the world in harnessing the power of the wind and water.

Various dignitaries were called on to press the five buttons and it proved an emotional ceremony for many.

The occasion will be etched in memories for many reasons, including the fact that a time capsule was buried on the site to be unearthed by a future generation. The contents include stories written by the five young winners of a short story competition.

Sr. Armas said the world had already been looking at El Hierro because of its selfefficiency plans and the opening of the Central Hidroeolica would increase this interest even more.

The project has been achieved through Gorona del Viento El Hierro, S.A and there is huge potential to repeat it not just on the other Canary islands but on the mainland and elsewhere in the world as well.

Sr. Rivero praised the

success of the wind farm, saying it was a tribute to the people of El Hierro for their fortitude and determination.

Sr.Armas said it would show other places that issues regarding renewable energy in even the smallest of islands could be overcome and solved with technological advances.

The Cabildo owns 60 per cent of the shares in the company, with the other 30 per cent with Endesa and the remaining ten per cent with the Technology Institute.

Endesa said its involvement in the project showed its commitment to renewable energy and combating climate change. The company believes the El Hierro farm opens the doors worldwide for the Canaries to share its expert knowledge and technology with a model totally compatible with the environment.

The initial idea came from the offices of Unelco (now Endesa) with the Canar y Institute of Technology then joining in.

Sr. Armas said they had been determined to realise the dream because of the desire not to be dependent on outside sources for power, drinking water etc and it had received unanimous support from the El Hierro population.

The Cabildo president said he could not end his speech without acknowleding the support and work of the company Gorona del Viento and in particular its chief executive, Juan Manuel Quintero. Their commitment and professionalism had allowed residents to celebrate this historic day, a sentiment which was echoed by the audience which broke out into a prolonged and emotional applause.

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Hydro-wind farm is finally opened ABOUT THE PROJECT

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HE ultimate goal of the project is that the consumption of the island is covered with energy from renewable sources. This wind farm will be installed and a hydraulic power interconnected with the existing electrical system of El Hierro, owned by UNELCO-ENDESA.

Supplying the island with energy from fossil fuels involves a number of difficulties such as cost and dependence on transport fuel itself, the environmental, cost of using fossil fuels, etc..

On the other hand, the use of renewable energy has great economic, social and environmental benefits, but has the disadvantage of affecting the stability of the electricity system, particu-

larly when used with wind power difficulties in manageability.

The hydro-wind power project integrates a wind farm, a pump unit and a hydroelectric plant. The wind farm is able to supply power directly to the network and simultaneously feed a group of pumping water into a higher reservoir tank as energy storage system. The hydroelectric plant uses the stored potential

energy, ensuring energy supply and network stability.

The wind farm performs the capture and conversion of wind energy into electrical energy.

The hydraulic system running like pumping, makes storage of surplus energy; functioning as a generator, producing electricity acts as regulator of the electric power system on the island.

TRIPADVISOR AWARD

Another accolade for Palmitos Park

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ALMITOS Park on Gran Canaria is one of the best places to visit in the world and that's official.

The Aspro Group is delighted to have received an honour for the third year running as a result of recommendations made by visitors to the popular Tripadvisor website.

The park has received a Certificate of Excellence which means it is highly rated by people of all nationalities from all countries.

Regional director of Aspro Parks in the Canary Islands, Pedro Cantero said they were delighted to receive the accolade, particularly as it reflected the opinion of thousands of visitors.

The zoological and botanical park at Maspalomas is set in grounds of more than 100,000 metres.

NEW MEASURES

Island captures the French market

The island has just signed a deal with the main French tour operator Thalasso nº1 to co-market its delights in the Gallic country.

Half of the French tourists who head for the Canary Islands choose Fuerteventura as their base and the tour operator has recorded a 20 per cent increase in sales.

In 2013, there were 98,000 French visitors and that figure is expected to soar in 2014. In the first six months alone, 50,647 French tourists have already visited.France is Fuerteventura´s third largest market sector.

Thalasso director, Samia Benslimane said they aimed to continue to strengthen this market and there would be a global multi-media campaign, as well as extensive on-line marketing.

It has been reported that at least a dozen guns were stolen from the site in Las Palmas.

The theft has been

confirmed by the Canar y Government but no further details were given in case it prejudiced enquiries.

MAN HURT

Cemetery fall leads to 112 call

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man has been seriously injured in a bizarre accident in a cemetery in Lanzarote.

The emergency services were called to the cemetery in Tias after reports that a man had fallen five metres.

Medics with the Canary Emergency Service stabilised him at the scene before he was taken to hospital by ambulance.

An investigation was opened by the Civil Guard.

Tragedy as steamroller overturns Man held after steroids found

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man has been arrested on Gran Canaria for trying to smuggle steroids.

The Spanish national was stopped in the vicinity of the loading area of the port in Las Palmas after he could not produce a boarding pass and became nervous when interviewed.

He and his vehicle were searched and officers found 233 pills in his backpack.They were of various colours and sizes but did not have cases or containers and there was no evidence of any prescription.

On closer inspection, officers discovered the tablets were supposedly of the brands Anabol and Winstrol, both anabolic tablets.

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HE Civil Guard has confirmed it is investigating the theft of weapons from the military arsenal on Gran Canaria.

MAN TRAPPED

Man “tried to coerce young girl”

HE French just love Fuerteventura and this trend is set to continue.

Guns stolen from arsenal

man has been arrested on Fuerteventura on suspicion of trying to lure young people into prostitution.

The police were called after the man approached a young person as they were leaving their home and apparently offered her money for sex. It is alleged that the 23-year-old man had previously tried to coerce the intended victim into prostitution via the internet and that the same applied to a group of friends.

The police were called in by the father of the victim´s daughter who lived in the Corralejo area.

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man in his 40s has died after being trapped under a steamroller machine on a public road in Fuerteventura.

Police are investigating what happened on the afternoon of July 7th at Punts de Jandia.

The emergency services received a 1-1-2 alert about the fatal accident and sent the police, Civil Guard, fire brigade and Canary Emergency Service to the scene.

The steamroller had apparently turned over in the street, trapping the 44-year-old man under it. After he was released, he was taken to hospital but there was nothing which could be done other than to confirm his death.

ATTEMPTS FAIL

Pensioner dies in house blaze

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IRE-FIGHTERS tried in vain to save the life of a man who was found overcome by fumes in a house blaze.

The tragedy happened in San Jose, in the municipality of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria.

Neighbours raised the alert after seeing smoke billowing from the house and whilst battling the flames, firemen found a 75year-old man unconscious inside. He had been overcome by fumes, was unconscious and had suffered a cardiac arrest so prolonged attempts were made to resusicate him but to no avail.

His death was confirmed at the scene.

The National Police were in charge of the subsequent investigation.

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CONTEMPT ALLEGATIONS

“Unfair treatment” blamed for decimation of farms

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UERTEVENTURA is calling for urgent action to help save and revitalise neglected sections of the farming industry and unlock 50 million euros of aid.

Various co-operatives have signed a document coordinated by the Cabildo which details a list of demands on both the Spanish and Canary Governments.

They say the banana sector has received the majority of help over the years, producing an “unfair and unbalanced” distribution of funds.

As a result, specialist areas such as goat-keeping and the growing of tomatoes had suffered and become impoverished. In the case of the latter, what had been 400

hectares on the island had plummeted to just 40 hectares.

The Cabildo has also criticised the distribution of funds under the help project POSEI and says Fuerteventura should have received 50 million euros but this had never materialised.

In 2009, the European Commission had recognised this imbalance, said Cabildo president Mario Cabrera and ordered the Spanish and Canar y Governments to provide a top up but this had never happened.

El Hierro´s plea against forest fires

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HE president of El Hierro´s Cabildo, Alpidio Armas has appealed to everyone on the island to be vigilant against forest fires.

He made the plea after the authority revealed its detailed fire-fighting plan for the summer season.

The campaign will last between July 1st to September 15th and may be extended to October 15th depending on the weather conditions.

The existing workforce will be strengthened through the recruitment of 21 previously unemployed personnel who

will supplement the 111-strong team.

The campaign also focuses considerably on prevention as any outbreak could prove disastrous for the island. The weather forecasting agency, AEMET is anticipating a warmer summer than last year.

Sr. Armas praised all members of the fire-fighting team, saying their role was hugely important.

Arrests as drug-smuggling gang broken up

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N investigation launched by the Civil Guard more than a year ago has resulted in the dismantling of drug-running gang between the Canary Islands and the mainland.

The operation started last June and 15 people now face allegations of drug smuggling and being members of the organised network which arranged shipments from the peninsula.

This often involved the use of human “mules”, carriers who swallow capsules filled with drugs. They would fly between Madrid and Fuerteventura and Lanzarote. Sea routes were also used between Tenerife and Gran Canaria.

The main structure of the network was said to have been based in Madrid and Lanzarote, having acquired the drugs from South American distributors and then passing them on to other gang members settled in Tenerife and Gran Canaria.

During the operation, six houses were searched including in Gran Canaria, Tenerife and Lanzarote. Police seized three kilos of cocaine, 103,000 euros in cash and two vehicles.

An illegal laboratory was also found in Madrid, with various equipment, utensils, weighing scales and so on.

Of the arrests made, seven were in Santa Cruz and La Laguna and included one woman.

Improve our network, appeals La Gomera

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EW technology might well have reached La Gomera but not as much as the Cabildo would like.

As a result, hundreds of livestock holdings and farms had ceased to exist, placing families in an extreme situation.

The Cabildo says this is a

due to “disinterest and contempt” by both administrations and wants them to pay up, as well as opening up debate about the way ahead.

President, Casimiro Curbelo Curbelo said they were delighted that Telefonica was bringing 4 G to the capitals of Spain, including to San Sebastian. However, the Cabildo would like it extended to all parts of the island, pointing out that reception in many places was either very limited or completely non-existent.

The 4 G service will provide people with better communications, including a faster phone service and high speed internet.

Sr. Curbelo said they welcomed Telefonica´s decision and felt it would benefit all those who lived in San Sebastian and the thousands of visitors.

He said the Cabildo received repeated requests from residents for an improvement in the internet/mobile phone network. A lot of the locations were in isolated areas where there were few people living but nevertheless received a lot of tourists.

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Couple arrested for internet scam

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OLICE have arrested two people on Gran Canaria on suspicion of conducting a widespread internet scam relating to spare parts and items for sale.

Complaints were received from locations as wide apart as Málaga, Badajoz, Lugo, Cádiz, Burgos, Huesca, Oviedo, Madrid and Barcelona among others.

The two suspects, aged 23 and 28, were arrested in Telde on Gran Canaria and are believed to have been responsible for at least a dozen scams over the internet.

It is understood the couple advertised spare parts for sale, took the money but then never delivered the goods. They netted at least 4,000 euros from the scam.

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“Be prepared” with 1-1-2 expert advice

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HE 1-1-2 Canary Emergency Service is using the social network sites, including Twitter, to warn about the potential dangers holidaymakers and local people might face this summer.

Their campaign goes under the banner of #Riesgo0 and coincides with the arrival of the hot weather and school holidays.

The 1-1-2 Twitter site has more than 56,000 followers and information will also be

relayed through advice columns and video links.

It is hoped to educate people about how to protet themselves against a potential emergency and what to do in the event of an accident or misadventure.

The tips are simple and easy to use, including how to keep cool as the temperature soars, drinking plenty of liquids, wearing light and loose clothing, keeping a special eye on the elderly, children and so on.

There is also an extensive list of possible emergency situations and what to do and this can be accessed on http:/ / w w w. g o b i e r n o d e c a n a -

rias.org/dgse/temas/ consejos.html People in the Canaries are being reminded to dial 1-1-2 if something happens and help can be given in a number of languages, including English.

The app FRESS112 is also available through which the calle can provide details of their exact location and there are options for the deaf with text messages.

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Goal of 2.5 million visitors moves closer

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HE goal of Fuerteventura to attract 2.5 million visitors each year is moving ever closer.

Each month since October of 2013, numbers have increased steadily and tourism chiefs say it is “a sweet moment” for the island.

Councillor for tourism, Blas Acosta said the evolution of the international market was

hugely important for Fuerteventura and reinforced the work which was being carried out to encourage and reward loyalty.

The Cabildo believes a plan started two years ago to train staff is also paying

dividends and nearly 2,000 people had taken courses on hospitality, pool safety, cuisine, languages and helping the disabled.

The latest data shows that from January to May of this year, Fuerteventura attracted a total of 912,573 tourists. May, with 179,007 tourists, was the best for five years.

By segments, Germans lead the way, followed by the British, French, Italians, Swedes, Poles and Swiss. The next countries on the popularity list are Denmark, Holland, Ireland, Belgium, Finland, Norway, Austria, Luxembourg, the Czech Republic and even 33 people from Cape Verde.

Islands will Low use of insulin pumps in Canaries have network of electric cars C MEDICAL CONCERN

ONCERN has been expressed after new figures put the Canary Islands towards the bottom of the list for the use of insulin pumps by diabetes patients.

According to the Spanish Diabetics’ Association (FEDE), only two per cent of patients in the archipelago use this method of control rather than injections.

This places it third to last among the Spanish communities, along with the Balearics and the Basque Country.

Doctors recommend that 50 per cent of children under the age of 12 who have type one diabetes should use pump therapy but in Spain, this figure is only three per cent. In Norway, it is 59 per cent, in Slovenia 75 per cent and 45 per cent in Germany.

They say the benefits of using an insulin pump are clear; there is a better control of type one diabetes and it reduces by four-fold the risk of hypoglycaemia which is a serious problem in the case of children, especially at night.

The use of insulin pumps also significantly decreases the number of times a patient has to inject themselves; from 150 to just ten.

TRAGEDY REMEMBERED

Stunning viewpoint honours Chinese writer

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N unusual viewing point which encompasses eight giant beach pebbles has been unveiled on La Palma.

The iconic mirador on the coast of Barlovento is dedicated to the Chinese writer, Echo Chen (known as Sanmao) who lived on the island for a while with her husband, José María Quero.

Her stay on La Palma was marred by tragedy in 1979 when he died in the ocean whilst spear-fishing.

The mirador has been constructed on a site donated by the Cabildo and with the

support of two sisters of the writer’s husband who had visited the area in 2013 where the drowning happened.

The design is by La Palma artist, Juan Alberto Fernández and is minimalistic. Its centrepiece consists of three tubes to represent three hairs on the head, the meaning of “Sanmao”.

The project had been budgeted for 2013 but was delayed and has now become a reality.

The eight pebbles recall how Echo Chen used to collect and paint pebbles collected on the island for friends.

Resting on a bench, there is also a fin and a diving mask in bronze in memory of José María Quero.

In the floor of the gazebo, there are fragments of literature by the writer and a brief account of her marriage and tragic end, supposedly by taking her own life, written in Castilian, Mandarin Chinese, English and German.

During the 1980s, Sanmao’s books sold thousands of copies and was a best-selling author in Taiwan.

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HE Canary Government has reinforced its commitment to the use of electric cars on El Hierro and La Graciosa.

Both are a major part of an ongoing programme, Minister for Employment, Industry and Commerce, Francisca Luengo announced.

In the case of La Graciosa, the government has invested 100,000 euros this year to turn the island into a world leader in self-sufficient renewable energy.

The intention is to create a Smart micro-grid, as well as a fleet of electric vehicles.

On El Hierro, there are around 8,400 vehicles which only travel an average distance of 25 kilometres at a speed only slightly higher than 40 kilometres per hour. The island is therefore considered the ideal place for the introduction of electric vehicles.

The government will also invest a considerable amount of money to install recharging facilities.

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The mystery of those who disappeared under Franco

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HE Canary Government has pledged to “get to the bottom of the truth” over hundreds of people who went missing during the Spanish Civil War and the Franco reign.

A special website has been set up to collect information, documents and maps, as well as oral and written testimonies.

It has been described as “a form of tribute and recognition to the victims” and a commitment by the government to the families who still want to find out the truth. “ Memoria Histórica de Canarias” is on ://www.gobiernodecanarias.org/justicia/ memoriaHistorica.jsp and was launched by Minister for Justice and Equality, Francisco Hernández Spínola.

He said it was a moral duty to keep the memories of these missing people alive and was also a tribute to the democracy in which we now live. The Canary Government was dedicated to the search for the truth and a way of helping to repay a huge debt to Canary families.

Sr.Spínola said knowledge of the identity of the missing people was paramount and so far, there is a list of 531 men and women.

It was also vital to record their stories and their last-known whereabouts and movements.

The web includes a section for searching and sharing information and details of graves which have been found. You can also view a list of missing persons, classified by islands and municipalities.

There are reference points and details of publications, as well as an important collection of testimonies, as well as an online form to get in touch.

Ben Magec welcomes El Hierro marine park idea

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MAJOR PROJECT HE Cabildo of Lanzarote has pledged to spend about 250,000 euros on improving facilities at a popular water centre.

The first phase of action will be to improve the lighting and protective wall of the dam at ‘Marina Colón’ in Arrecife.

There are more than 3,500 members of this island marine sports centre who practice canoeing, windsurfing, diving and sailing.

It is also planned to create space for four of the five swimming clubs on Lanzarote in order to create a future open water training camp.

The project will also see improvements inside and outside the centre, with better changing rooms, cafeteria, offices, traning and meeting rooms, paving and landscaping.

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LANS to create a National Marine Park on El Hierro have been welcomed as “good news” by the environmental action group Ben Magec–Ecologistas en Acción.

The idea has been put forward by the Ministry for Agriculture, Food and the Environment and it would become the only one of its kind in Spain and the fifth National Park for the Canary Islands.

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The last park was created 33 years ago and Ben Magec say this is a unique opportunity to recognise and enlarge the natural and environmental benefits of the islands.

The first declaration of a national park in the Canaries as Teide in 1954 and this has since become the most visited National Park in Spain.

El Hierro was apparently up against Los Cañones on Mallorca but the Ministr y chose El Hierro following an in-depth study and recognition of its outstanding flaura and fauna, the high degree of conservation and sustainable fishing.

Ben Magec says the proposal deserves everyone´s support as it will significantly contribute to the conservation of El Hierro.

It would also bring a range of substantial benefits, including sustainable tourism and protection of the marine environment and habitats.

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AVING recently spent a week back in the UK, it has started me thinking and I find myself making comparisons between what life was like there, to what it is like now. I am not talking about life changing events, just simple day to day things and how you approach them with an entirely different mindset.

Take queuing at the airport to collect my hire car for example, one hour without moving one inch forward; there was a time when such a thing would not have passed without a fair amount of ‘discussion’. Now well used to all things happening at a much slower pace, I took the delay in my stride and not one adverse comment was made when I eventually reached the desk.

So driving on the left side of the road again, the ‘right’ side of the road as many think, but for me right or left, it makes no difference; both options have their own merits.

However, I have to say that driving back in the UK was a pleasure, just to approach junctions which had a logical layout and to drive around roundabouts without having to stop to give way to traffic joining them, if nothing else.

Those flashing orange lights, what did we use to call them?

Indicators, that’s right and in the UK everybody uses them, amazing.

It was good to have some idea of what the others drivers around me intended doing, at least in theory. One way streets! With everyone going in the same direction, even if it meant going the long way

round, another novelty. Car parks, without cars parked ‘outside the box’ as it were or on yellow lines and no cars driving round and round, intent on finding the space closest to the door , a very Spanish trait.

Not once did a car stop dead right in front of me for the driver to have a conversation with his ‘cousin’ who just happens to be walking down the street. But for me the overriding difference is that no one uses their horn, I don’t think I heard a single one, no blast if you took more than a nanosecond to pull away when the lights changed, no persistent tooting if there was a queue of traffic, no beep, beeping to acknowledge friends and family, no cars driving around with drivers leaning on the horn in celebration of the success of their football team, although possibly not the best example to use in the current climate, in either country for that matter.

I like the ‘cafe’ culture that this island has, friends meeting up over coffee to share their news and gossip, it is not quite the same in the UK, although to be honest it is catching up fast. Now aside from the big name brands

there are more independent cafes opening up, with more people choosing to sit outside, weather permitting, and of course at least there you stand a chance of getting a decent cup of tea. Yes, there are differences, here in a busy cafe; you are bombarded from all sides by the sound of conversations, and not just from the neighbouring tables.

The British however are far more reserved, there will be just a general hubbub, most customers choose to try to keep their discussions private, and besides, most are probably more interested in their mobiles and of making use of the free WIFI. If only they would learn how to make a decent cup of coffee and then to charge a reasonable price for it.

I visited a couple of busy tourist attractions whilst there and it was whilst queuing and listening to all the foreign accents, American, Japanese, Italian, French and Russian, but no Spanish, that I noticed all the signage was written only in English and the verbal instructions of which there were many from over enthusiastic staff members were again only spoken in English. Many were confusing enough to me, so what must it be like for visitors with little or no English, I dread to think.

We are so fortunate here that they don’t adopt the same policy. We really are one of the laziest nationalities when it comes to languages.

I am, I admit, one of those rare breed of men who actually enjoys shopping, the experience of which I have to say has often been marred in the past by what I shall call poor shop assistants. Only back in the UK for a week and yet I could quote three or four examples of this. I have worked in customer facing roles in the past, so I have firsthand knowledge and don’t for one minute believe the old adage of the customer always being right.

Perhaps it is me.

Maybe I rub them up the wrong way, or am I just unlucky

and always catch the one having an off day. It is not as if I am a ver y demanding customer, all I expect to receive is a bit of politeness and the assistant’s undivided attention throughout the transaction, by which I mean they shouldn’t be carrying on a conversation with their neighbour about what they got up to the previous night, at the same time as serving me.

Is there any point to this preamble? Don’t worry I am getting there, you see it is only since returning from the UK that I have realised, on the whole the standard of service is far better here in Puerto.

Don’t try to shout me down, of course there are always exceptions and believe you me I could name a few. No, what I am trying to say is that although the service is invariably slower, infuriatingly so sometimes, the assistant serving you is generally more attentive and polite.

People always ask, don’t you miss England and the answer is, of course, there are certain things. I come from a rural area and it was only on this visit that I realised just how green it is everywhere. So I guess that is what I miss, the simple things, the countr yside, rivers and streams and catching sight of wildlife in its natural habitat.

Now as far as greenness goes the Orotava valley is not a bad substitute. As for running water, it all comes out of the tap, hopefully, or from an occasional flood.

Spotting wildlife, by which I mean mammals, forget it, they are almost nonexistent.

My visit was in what will most probably prove to be their best week of the summer. Clear blue skies, hardly a cloud in sight, a scene of which, sadly, there seems to be a shortage of in Puerto, this year. Now had you asked me what I miss about England, at eight in the morning, in the middle of December, still dark, and faced with either pouring rain, or frozen windscreens, and you would no doubt get an entirely different answer.

So this is a very different article for this edition.

However I don’t doubt something will have happened, or more likely not happened, In Puerto, by the time of the next edition, for me to have a good old moan about and normal service will be resumed.

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A place to honour for history

The English Cemetery at Puerto de la Cruz

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by Javier EstĂŠvez

ITUATED in the heart of Puerto de la Cruz, next to the headquarters of the National Police, in an area surrounded by hotels, we find a place where several generations of foreigners who settled in this tourist town were finally laid to rest.

Finding the cemetery is not easy because it lies behind a large white wall, without any identification other than a small sign which shows it is an English cemetery, having access down a small path which leads directly to it.

Today, the cemetery is a place where the colour is predominantly white, tidy and clean, which unfortunately was not always the case because over many years, it suffered from the adverse effects of neglect.

In the late 80s of the last

century, there was an important restoration of this iconic space in order to preserve its history which had disgracefully been abandoned for way too long.

Recovery of the English Cemetery at Puerto de la Cruz owes much to the great effort made over many years by the Anglican church of All Saints and the contributions made by the church and its parishioners to meet the expenses of maintaining the site.

The local council of Puerto de la Cruz has also undertaken

the placement of benches in this open space and realised various reforms and improvements.

In conversation with the present Chaplain of All Saints Church, the Rev Mike Smith, he pointed out the noticeable reduction in the number of people buried here as in many cases and increasingly so, English people prefer to opt for cremation.

In this regard, in 2013, only three people were buried in the English cemetery of Puerto de la Cruz, creating a pattern which has been developed in recent years; in 2012, there were only three burials and only four in 2011.

At this moment, there is noone of Spanish nationality

buried here but in the future, we can expect those of Canary nationality as many currently attend the services at All Saints.

The English Cemetery at Puerto de la Cruz can be visited daily.

Perhaps in the future, the cemetery may not be able to accommodate more burials and a new site may have to be found in Puerto. Today, we see approximately 462 graves, with a total of approximately 600 people.

This is very much a site which needs to be preserved for history as it is a substantial reflection of the history of Puerto de la Cruz and needs to count on more support from the official authorities.

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HIS is where the Anglican presence first became formalised in Tenerife.

As a result of the seventeenth century trading agreements, the Dutch here had freedom of religion, which was not the case on the mainland peninsula.

By the eighteenth century, with the growth of the northern European trading community, there was a need for a nonRoman Catholic cemetery and so part of the present cemetery was ceded to trustees.

Ever since, it has been available for burials for those of any faith, or none.

It has been enlarged, and it is now administered through All Saints’ Parish Church Council.

Full interments are possible, as are the deposition of cremated remains. Records of all the burials have been kept and are available for inspection by those researching family history. There may be an administration fee for such searches.

Burials, at present, are infrequent; this does lead to difficulty in retaining a maintenance fund, but the premises are kept in good order and reasonable repair by subsidy from parish funds. A group of volunteers keeps the grounds tidy. Recently a ramp has been installed to make access easier with a wheel-chair and the whole cemetery has been re-plastered and re-painted.

For your added interest, this is the information about the cemetery on the All Saints Church website on www.allsaintstenerife.com

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A man, his wife, a red Mercedes and Freddie the dog!

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new book about moving to Tenerife? Well, yes, but here is one with a big difference.

John and Sally Searancke decided a few years ago to leave cold and wet Lancashire for the sunnier climes of our fair island, bringing with them their dog, Freddie, an RSPCA crossbreed.

John’s book is called DOG DAYS IN THE FORTUNATE ISLANDS, which in itself is a subtle double take on the first part, whilst the second part brings in the old name for our

archipelago. The book is a “snapshot” of the first three years of their life here and deals with the problems that they faced with bureaucracy, integration into the Spanish way of life, a raft of adventures with Freddie as he meets new canine friends and last but not least the purchase of an old classic Mercedes convertible which they drove from the English Midlands to Puerto de

la Cruz, with many adventures in between.

This is a book about which professional reviewers have said...It made me chuckle and highlighted all the pitfalls we might encounter…A 5 Star Serendipitous Adventure !...Perfect for anyone moving to Tenerife…Excellent book covering the “Spanish” part of Tenerife and the wonderful way of life. A ver y good read!...What an insight into the glorious life experienced by the author John, his wife and of course Freddie the dog...

Assuredly there is something in it to give everyone a good read, whether your interest is as a tourist to Tenerife, a traveller, a classic car enthusiast, or just plainly in love with dogs, as both Sally and John clearly are. John has written in a wry and whimsical style that we guarantee will have you laughing out loud.

Here at Tenerife News we laughed and giggled our way through the book, and this is an excerpt which we thought illustrates perfectly one of his several storylines: The phone rang one lunchtime. It was (a friend) Peter.

“I am taking the dogs out a bit later on, when it gets cooler.

Would you like to come? We can go up into the hills and you will see a bit of Tenerife that perhaps you have not yet seen.

Oh, and I have another dog staying with me at the moment, Tia, she is so sweet.

Come round and we can all pack in together.”

“Great! Sounds fun. We’d love to come along.”

Off we went to his house to meet up with them all. Three humans, two immense poodles and a medium sized dog; all packed like sardines into his small van-with-windows.

Peter bowled along, the van beginning to wheeze as it attempted the steep gradients towards the mountains, and, quite a distance up into the foothills, we dived off without warning to the right along a completely unmade track. I started thinking about tyres and the inevitable damage that must be caused by travelling over such a rough and sharp surface. However, my thoughts moved on rather quickly to the entire underneath of the vehicle, because it was taking the most terrible pounding from almost man-sized

boulders casually strewn across our path, perchance by giants of old. You couldn’t hear anyone speak for the din of rock pounding on the chassis.

The dogs went into what I assumed was a catatonic trance. Sally blanched.

“No problem. Don’t worry at all.” shouted Peter through the din, while rather unnervingly facing almost backwards to chat to us. “We’ve been up here before, lots of times. Well, perhaps not quite so far up, though.” he added as an afterthought.

Higher and higher we went, past clearings and fire breaks, and eventually the track widened and we popped out into an open area in which lay the vestigial remains of a picnic area, possibly last camped in by Neanderthal man.

We pulled to a halt, and ever yone tumbled out, gasping for breath. It certainly was much cooler right up there, and that was ver y welcome after the game of sardines enacted out over the last hour. We stretched our legs. The poodles did the same, more literally, by flying off over the nearest horizon.

“No problem,” says Peter.

“They’ll be back in a bit when they have let off steam.”

We wandered about, admiring the scenery. El Teide definitely looked a lot closer from where we stood. And the snow on top of it was having a definite effect on the temperature.

“How long does this steamletting-off generally take?” I eventually asked.

“Oh, anything up to half an hour or so.”

And so we waited, and waited. We wandered to and fro, feeling the chill in the air, raising goose pimples on our

arms.

Tia, easily the oldest of us in doggy terms, tired of it all first. She went and lay down by the van.

“Will they really be coming back?” asked Sally. “I’m getting a bit chilly now because I have no coat.”

“Me too,” said I. Peter was still playing it cool and tr ying to look unconcerned.

“Well, they know the way, so perhaps they have set off back down the mountain and will meet us at the bottom.”

Eh? Those dogs were bonkers. We all knew that.

They had a problem finding each other when they were standing side by side.

We had started calling out for them a while ago and it had made us all hoarse by now, and Peter was getting just a tad less cool about it all. His decision was that we move off downhill because the light was fading fast, and pick up the trail lower down. Just how did you pick up the trail of two black poodles in the dark on an unknown mountainside?

About halfway back down, we came to a halt at a junction in the track next to a crumbling refuge hut, which looked a bit like an old stonebuilt bus shelter would look like, back in civilization. We pulled up by it and got out of the van, but could now hardly see anything in the dark because the clouds had come down and it was very misty too. Elderly Tia and Sally (a little younger) huddled together in the refuge. Peter set off down to the main road without us in case his dogs had fetched up there. We were to remain and stand on the track, shouting to attract the pesky poodles.

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The Guanches: Taboo subjects

By Alastair Robertson

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HERE are two things one cannot talk about in polite society without the risk of causing offence - Religion and Politics, so here we go.

(Be warned, this article, while containing many facts, is intended to be satirical and humorous, so if you’re of a sensitive disposition - don’t read it. A.R.) The Guanches, like Christians, Muslims and others, worshipped only one god, known to them variously as Achahurahan, Achahucanac or Achguavaxerax, (pronunciation is attempted best after a couple of pints), all of which generally mean ‘the sustainer of heaven and earth’ – in essence not much different from the nameless Christian God. They knew about the devil and called him Guayota. They knew about Hell and called it Echeyde. They also knew precisely where it was; it wasn’t like our vague underground Hell - theirs was in the peak of Teide, which of course belched out smoke and flame occasionally, as the Christian Hell does, so I’m led to believe, not having been there.

The Guanches had a priestly class, like our clergy, who, for example, but unlike our clergy, when the rains failed would collect the flocks of sheep in certain places, then they separated the lambs from their mothers which caused them to start bleating. This, it was hoped, would be heard by their God and draw his (assuming he was male) attention to the plight of the people and to send them rain. Religious women weren’t left out. There was a ceremony that might have been a form of baptism whereby, on the birth of a child, a woman whose function it was, was called in to wash the baby. This woman had to remain unmarried (nun-like) and she was not to be treated “dishonestly”.

If the conquerors of the Canary Islands had been the pagan Romans, with their whole

football team of gods, including reserves, they wouldn’t have interfered with the Guanche system, they would simply have said, “Your god is the same as one of our gods, only the name is different.

Let’s amalgamate the names and worship together”, as they did in Britain. Not so with the Christians, we’re an intolerant bunch. We just have to convert the savages, in this case the Guanches, by fair means or foul, and that’s what happened. Luckily for the Gaunches they seemed to convert quite readily (it’s interesting how tolerant pagans are), but even though they became Christians it did not protect them from being captured and shipped to mainland Spain to be sold as slaves, while their children were taken from them and given to Spanish Catholic families. (To maintain the balance, it has to be said that Britain was still doing this in the 1950’s, sending ‘orphans’ to Australia.) Of course 300 years later, when the British Empire was at its height in Victorian times, God was an Englishman, and quite right too, sometimes C of E, sometimes Methodist, but there you are, nobody has actually asked God which denomination he or she belongs to. But there again, a lot of Islamists seek to convert us all, and there are quite a few Jedi knights around as well. “In my father’s house there are many mansions”, as the holiest Jew in the world once said (John, 14.2). Ho-hum, poor old Achahurahan, or Achahucanac, or Achguavaxerax.

Religion now blurs into politics: The Gaunches believed, as the Victorians did and certain elements of modern society still do, that God created man from earth

and water and specified the order of society, which was stratified as in medieval and later society, and of course suited the people at the top who benefited from the system.

There was the lord (mencey or prime minister), and his descendants, the nobles (achimencey, or cabinet), followed by the knights (cichiciquitzo or party donors), and finally the peasants (achicaxna, us).

(If you’ve pronounced all that lot you’ll be in need of a throat lozenge.)

Legend has it that some time before the conquest Tenerife was governed initially by a single king or lord, who reigned at Adexe.

The king had nine sons who each then governed a part of the island and called themselves menceys, or lords. Batzenuhya took Taoro, now Orotava, Acaymo was lord of Guimar, Atguaxona lord of Abona, and Arbitocazpe was lord of Adexe. The others, whose names have been lost, were lords of Anaga, Tegueste, Tacaronte, Icod and Daute.

The lord of Taoro was recognised as the overlord.

Succession was by inheritance by brothers until there was no brother left, then to the eldest son of the first brother. The king, or lord, owned all the land and granted it to his subjects according to their worth (and, dare it be said, whether their face fitted), much like kings of medieval England.

Guanche parliaments were held in venues called tagorors. The site was marked out by a circle of stone with one larger than the others (does this sound familiar?), to denote the place for the mencey, whose word was law. In the coronation ceremony a new mencey had to hold a bone of the oldest

ancestor (presumably a dead one) over his head and swear an oath. This was followed by a feast. (Should we tell Prince Charles?)

Politics can often include warfare, as does sport. For the Guanches, leaping, running, throwing and stick fights were all sports that doubled as training for war. (I wonder if they played football?) Political disputes between menceys usually arose over uncertain territorial boundaries and incursions by unauthorised movement of livestock. If the dispute led to fisticuffs, to summon the troops the alarm was sent by smoke signals or by whistling. The warriors included the whole male population of each district, 6,000 warriors for the lord of Taoro, who went in to battle with small wooden shields (tamarcos), lances (banots), and stones (tabonas) for throwing. Stone throwing sounds tame but it is deadly, as offending Muslim women in certain parts of the world find out to their cost. The Guanches were so adept with their primitive weapons that they could hurl a spear or stone and never miss. Women went to battle with their menfolk to support them but, unlike modern, ‘civilised’ warfare, women and children were not included in the repercussions, they were not harmed in the aftermath.

We don’t know when Guanche society began, but we can put a specific date to the end of it. In 1494 the Spanish fought their second battle against the Guanches and won, having lost the first one. Some natives fled to the hills, but the majority surrendered and Tenerife became part of the Spanish Empire. Guanche tradition was oral, nothing was written by them or recorded by their conquerors until a hundred years later, and so the memory of their way of life was lost.

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playing together. Even the scent of a ferret can be really stressful for prey species, like rabbits or rodents, so keep them away.

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Handling your ferret

Fancy a ferret as a pet?

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ERRETS are lively, curious and fun-loving pets.

They are part of the Mustelidae family, which includes otters, stoats, weasels and badgers and are a domesticated version of the European polecat.

They have been used for hunting and pest control since ancient times and are still kept for this purpose today though are becoming increasing popular as pets. They are crepuscular, so are naturally active during dawn and dusk and can sleep for 18-20 hours a day.

Pet ferrets can live for five to 15 years but the average lifespan is between eight and ten years. Both sexes become sexually mature in their first spring, usually when they are around nine months old.

Females are called jills and males are hobs. Males are usually larger than females and, if they haven’t been neutered, will have a strong, pungent smell.

Ferrets don’t have varying breeds but they do have different colours – the five recognised ones are poley/ fitch, dew (dark eyed white), sandy, silver and albino.

Home comforts

Traditionally, because of

their strong smell, ferrets often live outdoors but they can be kept as indoor pets too. Lots of housing options are available but always buy the largest enclosure you can so they have plenty of room to exercise and play.

Ferrets love to dig and are very good at escaping through small holes. To stop them disappearing from outdoor runs, wire mesh can be fitted to the underside but this should be covered with something like turf or carpet to prevent injury and it is always a good idea to put bolts on hutch doors.

The wire or bars used for the hutch should be strong and the spaces between them too small for ferrets to fit their heads through. You can buy special wooden hutch-type enclosures with built in runs. If they are kept indoors, you can use tall ferret cages, like those available for chinchillas, with solid platforms and multiple levels.

Ferrets need an insulated sleeping area, large enough for

them to huddle together or sleep separately if they want.

It should be wind and rainproof and out of direct sunlight. Ferrets don’t like extreme weather, particularly temperatures over 26ºC (ferrets can suffer and die if exposed to temperatures of 30ºC and above).

Good quality hay or shredded paper can be used for bedding and the floor should be lined with newspaper and wood shavings. Many pet ferret owners now favour fleece blankets, hammocks and fabric nesting boxes for bedding as this makes less mess and also adds a little comfort.

Ferrets love tunnelling and climbing so using drainpipes and shelves in the enclosure is a good way of keeping them happy (but don’t have the shelves too high as ferrets can fall and hurt themselves). They also like to sleep in hammocks which can be hung inside their enclosure.

Litter training Ferrets can be litter trained, although they may still have occasional accidents. A highsided, corner litter tray is

available from pet suppliers but cat litter trays can also be used, filled with wood shavings or unscented cat litter. It’s generally best to place the litter tray where the ferret likes to go to the toilet rather than put it where you want it to be, as they probably won’t use it!

Litter trays should be cleaned every day and the rest of the ferret’s enclosure should be cleaned at least weekly.

Ferrets will hide food, so it’s important to remove this when cleaning them out so it doesn’t go mouldy.

Socialising

Ferrets can be kept on their own (providing they get lots of human interaction and environmental enrichment) or in small groups, ideally littermates of the same sex or neutered males and females.

If they are on their own, they should be played with regularly – lonely and bored ferrets can develop behavioural problems and may find it difficult later to mix with other ferrets.

Ferrets can become friends with other household pets, like dogs and cats, but they should always be supervised if

Young ferrets (kits) can be prone to biting so it’s always advisable for first time owners to look for ferrets that are at least a year old, have already been handled a lot and are friendly and less likely to bite.

Ferrets that are handled a lot from a young age can form strong bonds with their owners. They have poor eyesight, so they may bite by mistake if you reach in to get them out of a sleeping box or pet carrier. It’s better to let them come out and then pick them up. They should be picked up around the shoulders from above and have their hindquarters supported with the other hand. They are very wriggly, so should be handled with care in case they are dropped!

Ferrets aren’t the easiest to handle and they can bite hard if startled so they don’t always make ideal pets for young children.

Dinner time Ferrets, like cats, are obligate carnivores. This means that they must have meat in their diet. High protein commercial ferret food (kibble) or a raw diet (including skin, organs and raw bones) or mix of the two is best. Don’t give them processed meats like ham, or cat and dog food. Whole raw eggs in their shells can be given as occasional treats and ferrets will also enjoy breaking through the shell.

Fresh water should always be available. Ferrets can be trained to drink from drinker bottles or you can use a heavy bowl. This should be placed away from the litter tray.

Remember – chocolate, grapes and raisins are poisonous to ferrets and they are also lactose intolerant so should not be fed dair y products such as cows milk.

Keeping healthy You should get your ferret checked out by a vet every year. Vaccinations against distemper are also advised because this disease is usually fatal to ferrets. Ferrets can be microchipped to permanently identify them and help to reunite them with their owners if they go missing.

Males and females can be neutered but there are increased risks of adrenal gland disease in neutered ferrets so it’s best to discuss the options with your vet.

Jills come into season in the spring and will stay in season unless mated or the season is stopped using drugs given by your vet. Females that are allowed to stay in season can develop anaemia and even die so this is something that all ferret owners need to address

by discussing the options with their vet.

Usually options include spaying, a hormone implant ever y 18-24 months, a hormone injection (a jill-jab) ever y few months, a combination of these methods or using a sterile male ferret that has had a vasectomy for a infertile mating. This isn’t recommended due to the risk of spreading disease or potential injury to the female.

Although all ferrets have an odour, unneutered male ferrets have a very strong smell that many people find too strong. They can also have a greasy or sticky feel to their coat. Neutering can reduce the strength of the smell, make the coat less greasy and enable them to mix socially with other males. They are still at risk of adrenal problems after neutering, so some vets advise hormonal implants every 1824 months to prevent this.

Ferrets can get fleas and ticks in the same way as dogs and cats. They are also prone to ear mites. There are no products manufactured especially for ferrets but your vet can advise on products which are both safe and effective.

Ferrets don’t need regular bathing – although some owners think this will reduce their smell it can actually strip their coat of natural oils and cause skin problems.

Claws may need to be trimmed regularly; this doesn’t have to be a chore as many ferrets like the taste of oil (wheat germ, soya, olive, linseed) and, when drizzled on their bellies, this can make claw trimming with small claw scissors very easy.

Ferrets can catch and pass on human influenza viruses to other ferrets and to humans.

They can easily get into scrapes or eat something they shouldn’t, leading to a costly vet bill, so it’s always a good idea to insure your pet.

Play time

Ferrets are naturally curious and interact readily with their owners. Dr y food can be scattered around their enclosure to encourage foraging or it can be placed in feeding toys available from pet suppliers.

Ferrets aren’t natural chewers but they can eat things they shouldn’t and may swallow small objects (especially rubber) which cause their bowel to become blocked. If they are allowed loose in the house make sure you remove any potentially dangerous objects first. They also like to sleep in dark and enclosed places, so check washing machines, tumble dryers and cupboards before closing or using them.

They should have daily exercise either in the house or in a large run. They can also be trained to walk with a harness and lead. *Information courtesy of the Blue Cross animal charity.

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UNDREDS of people are expected to attend a concert in Puerto de la Cruz in honour of the famous artist, César Manrique.

This second memorial evening takes place on July 18th in the lovely setting of Lago Martiánez.

This was also the setting for the first concert last summer which saw an audience of around 600 people.

The homage to this great artist will be led by Los Sabandeños, the hugely popular Canary folk music group which has achieved international acclaim. On this occasion, they will be joined by the group Amazigh with their repertoire of Canary folklore and Latin American music.

The outdoor setting of this concert will be enjoyed by all. It starts at 8.30pm. Tickets cost 15 euros in advance, 18 euros on the door on the night.

Discover Los Realejos through your senses

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F you would like to discover Los Realejos in the north of Tenerife, you can do so through the five senses.

Look, savour, smell, touch and listen. This is the invite from the organisers of “Los Realejos con los cinco sentidos” (“Los Realejos with the five senses”) which

has just seen a relaunch and update.

The theme remains the same but five new routes have been launched through which visitos can discover

the delights of the municipality.

There’s a new guide and web, accessible through www,losrealejos.travel which can be visited with smartphones and tablet devices.

To help promote the routes, 5,000 leaflets in Spanish have been printed

Mahou backs La Orotava and Puerto tapas trail

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UERTO de la Cruz and La Orotava have joined forces to launch an initiative aimed at introducing people to the culinary delights of the north of Tenerife.

Mahou San Miguel hopes the tapas route “Tapeando en el Valle de La Orotava” will be well-supported by local residents and holidaymakers alike and will also serve to highlight the attractions of the area.

The promotion started on June 24th and continues until July 24th and is part of the ongoing campaign to revitalise both areas with events and initiatives.

Nineteen establishments are taking part thanks to the close collaboration between the two councils of Puerto and La Orotava who share the desire to boost trade.

Each restaurant will create their own special tapas and the cost will be just 2.50 euros to include a bottle of Mahou Cinco Estrellas.

The well-known beer brand is happy to be associated with the trail and for supporters to enjoy a memorable month.

Rafael González-Coviella, who is responsible for Mahou marketing in the Canar y Islands, said the company was keen to have a presence in all such initiatives and to promote the cuisine of the archipelago.

He felt this was an ideal way of introducing people to the delights of the islands.

At the launch, this view was shared by Puerto’s councillor for commerce, Lope Afonso and economic development councillor for La Orotoava, Felipe David Benítez, who said it would help to attract more visitors to both areas and boost the restaurant trade. They also thanked Mahou for its support.

A route map is available locally to show details of the “Tapeando en el Valle de La Orotava” . There is also a picture of every dish being offered to provide further temptation.

The establishments taking part are: CASA ANTIGUA TASCA KILA RESTAURANTE MATUL LA VOLÁ LA CLAVE MIRADOR DE HUMBOLDT LA VENTITA BODEGUITA LA REINA REST MIL SABORES LAS TRES CASITAS BAR CERVECERÍA PARADA BAR DEYFE GUACHINCHE EL TANGANASO CAFETERÍA VENECIA TASCA RESTAURANTE EL AYANTO BISTRO DE ANTONIO AGUIAR ASIA CHIC LOS CASTILLOS LA CARAJITA

and ones in English and German will follow in the coming months.

The Mayor, Manuel Dominguez said visitors would be able to enjoy Los Realejos in a different way with routes which combine nature, adventure, sport, histor y, cuisine, tradition and fiestas.

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More time to meander around the Palmetum

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HERE’S an added bonus of extended opening hours if you are planning to visit the spectacular Palmetum in Santa Cruz.

With effect from June 30th, this new botanical garden featuring plants, trees and flowers from all parts of the globe will be open Monday to Sunday from 10am to 2pm (last admission at 1pm) and then from 4pm to 8pm (last admissions at 7pm).

These times will run until November when the park will

always close at 6pm because of the darker evenings.

The gardens are situated on a cliff-top overlooking Santa Cruz and feature more than 2,000 different plant species, of which 472 are palm trees. It has lakes, streams and waterfalls set in 11,500 square metres, with 14 sections in all to walk around and admire.

Guided tours are available in a number of languages but these have to be booked in advance by emailing info@palmetumsantacruz.com, phoning 697 651 127 or through the web www. palmetumsantacruz.com

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Popular fiestas to feature 60 activities

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Spectacular productions to be unveiled at Arona Summer Festival

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RGANISERS of the 2014 Arona Summer Festival on August 16th believe this year’s arrangements will consolidate it as one of the best electronic music events in Spain.

OS Realejos is to celebrate its traditional Fiestas del Carmen 2014 with more than 60 activities.

“Our Lady of Carmen” is known by many titles, including “Queen of the Seas”, Patron Saint of sailors and fishermen, Honorary Mayoress of the Villa and so on.

The municipality will pay tribute with religious, popular and cultural events, all organised by various groups in the municipality and the local council.

Presenting the programme, acting Mayor Adolfo González stressed how much Los Realejos loved these fiestas which for the fourth consecutive year had a budget of around 40,000 euros. It was a programme which was also becoming increasingly popular to the tourist.

As one way of keeping people informed, the council will open with effect from July 20th a permanent point of information about the Santuario de Nuestra Señora del Carmen

next to the new PIAC (Punto de Información y Atención Ciudadana).

Attractions range from an exhibition about the history of the fiestas, the galas to elect the adult and child gala queens, church services, offerings of flowers and food to the Virgen to benefit the charity Caritas (July 12th), the ringing of bells at midnight (July 15th and 16th), a procession on July 20th and again on July 27th, a big band concert on July17th, various sporting events, food tastings at the market on July 12th and a triple gastronomic event in the plaza de San Agustín on July 26th.

July 23rd, 24th and 25th will also see children’s entertainment in the plaza.

You can find out more on www.losrealejos.es where the fiesta programme can be downloaded.

Steve Angello, Armin Van Buuren, Sander Vam Doorn and Showtek are all part of the top line-up set to attract a massive crowd to the Antonio Dominguez Olympic Stadium in Playa de las Americas.

This will be the fourth edition and its appeal is spreading internationally, with many people coming over to Tenerife especially to savour the atmosphere of one of the biggest parties around.

President of Tenerife Cabildo, Carlos Alonso described the event as “essential for summer” and a huge tourism boost for the island. Special packages have been arranged combining tickets, travel and accommodation.

Promoter, José Luis Langa said the festival was nominated for two national awards last year but this summer, the technical production was even bigger and better. In his words, it was “locura” or “crazy ” and represented one of the biggest

set-ups ever made in Spain.

Director general of culture for the Canary Government, Xerach Gutiérrez said the festival had developed into a great platform for the promotion of local artists while Arona’s Mayor Francisco José Niño felt such events helped to put the municipality on the map and “made us different”.

In previous years, artists such as David Guetta, Avicii, Sean Paul, Nervo, Alesso, Redfoo and Dimitri Vegas & Like Mike have graced the festival.

This summer, #ASF2014, will again be a benchmark with internationally-known artists such as Steve Angello, former member of Swedish House Mafia and one of the music scene’s top artists.

This icon, whose brilliant career began on the Stockholm underground circuit, promises a spectacular production never seen in Spain before.

Award-winning Armin Van Buuren is one of the great

Pics by www.aronasummerfestival.com names of the Ibiza electronic scene and was named the world’s number one DJ for five years by DJ Magazine. He will be joined by Sander Vam Doorn, resident at Ministry of Sound in London and the Dutch duo Showtek. Local artists Archip Simmelink and Deejay Dario will be representing the Canaries, together with Brian Cross, Julien Lake and Red Mojo.

The festival is being promoted internationally and

is delighted to be staging such breath-taking shows on a scale not seen before in the Canaries or on Tenerife. Top names such as Coca-Cola and McDonalds are involved in sponsorship, as well as the Canary Government, Tenerife Cabildo and Arona Council.

Tickets have been selling like hot cakes; details are on www.aronasummerfestival.com which also contains all the details of the artists, etc. in Spanish and in English.

Traditional fiesta with appeal SEASIDE FUN for all ages

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HE seaside area of Bocacangrejo in El Rosario has prepared an extensive programme of events to celebrate their traditional festivities in honour of Nuestra Señora del Carmen.

On July 5th, a sports day for young people kicked off the fun, followd by traditional games the following day.

There is still much to come, however, with the programme running until July 20th, with an appeal for all ages, visitors and local people alike.

The plaza de Bocacangrejo will come alive on July 12th when the young fiesta queen will be chosen and there will be dance performances and humour from Chiflón, the clown. It will then be party time until midnight.

The fun continues the next day from 9am with water games in el Caletón and games for the young in the plaza from 5.30pm.

On July 14th, 15th and 16th, there will be traditional games in the plaza and the Bocacangrejo sports centre from 5.30pm to 7pm.

July 17th at 8.30pm will see summer cinema and there will be a fancy dress competition on July 18th at 7.30pm followed by dancing to a live orchestra from 11.30pm.

One of the biggest days is on July 19th with a marathon, fishing contest and cookery competition. At 8pm, there will be a mass and procession, with a shower of fireworks lighting up the sky.

The Dinacord orchestra will take fiesta visitors into the early hours of Sunday.

Finally, July 20th will see activities for children with a fiesta aquatic party and paella. Trophies will be presented at 5.30pm enlivened by music and singing from Elías Tobar.

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Reality series revealing the everyday heroism of the traffic police. In West Yorkshire, five motorways meet in one of Britain’s busiest crossroads. West Yorkshire’s motorway cops Craig Warner and Dan Kellet discover some men from Iran in the back of a HGV. PCs Andrew Gudgeon and Craig Taylor respond to a call of crash on the motorway that leads to a manhunt. PCs Michelle Rookes and Brian Harrison arrest a drunk driver. PCs Andrew Gudgeon and Craig Taylor spot a young man running away from a car left in a garage forecourt and give chase on foot. Michelle Rookes and Andy Bell pull over a tailgater and discover he has the incorrect insurance for his journey. PCs Mark Claxton and Martin Willis follow a speeding driver tailgating and measure his speed up to 100mph before pulling him over.

After the sudden death of his wayward wife, a man moves to his ancestral home in a fishing village in Newfoundland with his daughter. Thanks to writing a column for the local paper, he soon becomes immersed in the lives of the villagers and discovers a special connection with a single mother.

Director: Andrew Mondshein, Lasse Hallström Starring: Kevin Spacey, Julianne Moore, Judi Dench, Cate Blanchett, Pete Postlethwaite, Scott Glenn

12TH JULY 22:00

THE SHIPPING NEWS (FILM) (STEREO, WIDESCREEN, SUBTITLES, AUDIO DESCRIBED, 2001, 15, 3 STAR)

14TH JULY 20:00

Paul Heiney and the team are right in the dead centre of Scotland where the Highlands meet the lowlands. Paul goes on safari and takes a raft ride on the rapids of the River Tay, while Rachel de Thame visits a garden in Perthshire that contains plants from the Himalayas.

COUNTRYWISE (NATURE) (STEREO, REPEAT, WIDESCREEN, SUBTITLES, 3 STAR)

Thriller. A detective is called to find the daughter of a senator who was kidnapped by the same psychopath that killed the detective’s husband. The policewoman realises the case is even more complex than she first thought.

Director: Michel Monty Starring: Natalie Zea, Michael Ironside, Ron Lea, Graham Cuthbertson, Ricky Mabe, Vincent Hoss-Desmarais

18TH JULY 15:15

BURDEN OF EVIL (FILM) (SUBTITLES, MADE FOR TV, 2012, 2 STAR)

16H JULY 01:20 ALFIE (FILM)

Michael Caine, in his breakthrough role, stars in Lewis Gilbert’s swinging sixties comedy-drama as Alfie Elkins, a shallow and amoral sexual hedonist whose amorous adventures lead eventually to loneliness. Shelley Winters, Millicent Martin, Jane Asher and Vivien Merchant star as some of his many conquests.

Director: Lewis Gilbert Starring: Michael Caine, Shelley Winters, Millicent Martin, Julia Foster, Jane Asher, Shirley Anne Field

(WIDESCREEN, SUBTITLES, SIGNED, AUDIO DESCRIBED, 1966, 15, 4 STAR)

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WEDNESDAY 9TH JULY 2014

Breakfast Heir Hunters Homes Under the Hammer Fake Britain Operation Hospital Food with James Martin Bargain Hunt BBC News at One Regional News and Weather Doctors Perfection Escape to the Country Wanted Down Under Flog It! Pointless BBC News at Six Regional News and Weather The One Show Holby City Death in Paradise BBC News at Ten Regional News and Weather Would I Lie to You? A Question of Sport Match of the Day Weather for the Week Ahead BBC News

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Match of the Day Fake Britain Call the Council Antiques Roadshow Tigers About the House BBC News The Daily Politics Animal Park Cash in the Attic Charley Hull: Teenage Tigress The Hairy Bikers’ Food Tour of Britain Natural World - Sri Lanka: Elephant Island Frozen Planet Antiques Roadshow Eggheads Flog it! Trade Secrets Paul Hollywood’s Pies and Puds Mary Berry Cooks RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show Coast Australia Coast Episodes Newsnight Shopgirls: The True Story of Life Behind the Counter A Very British Airline Match of the Day

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Good Morning Britain Lorraine The Jeremy Kyle Show This Morning ITV News This Morning Loose Women ITV News and Weather Peter Andre’s 60 Minute Makeover Dickinson’s Real Deal Tipping Point The Chase ITV News London ITV News and Weather Emmerdale Coronation Street You’ve Been Framed!

FIFA World Cup Live 2014 ITV News and Weather Perspectives Jackpot247 British Touring Car Championship Highlights

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3rd Rock from the Sun King of Queens Everybody Loves Raymond Frasier Undercover Boss USA Come Dine with Me Channel 4 News Summary Come Dine with Me A Place in the Sun: Home or Away Countdown Deal or No Deal Ultimate Dealer Couples Come Dine with Me The Simpsons Hollyoaks Channel 4 News This Old Thing: The Vintage Clothes Show One Born Every Minute 16 Kids and Counting Britain’s Youngest Carers Random Acts Superstar DJs The Simpsons Ramsay’s Kitchen Nightmares USA

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Peppa Pig Pip Ahoy!

Ben and Holly’s Little Kingdom The Mr. Men Show Thomas and Friends Noddy in Toyland Little Princess Peppa Pig Toby’s Travelling Circus Bananas in Pyjamas Tickety Toc The Wright Stuff Cowboy Builders 5 News Lunchtime Big Brother Home and Away Neighbours NCIS Film The Preacher’s Mistress 5 News at 5 Neighbours Home and Away 5 News Tonight Cricket on 5 Brand New House for £5k The Hotel Inspector Returns Big Brother Big Brother’s Bit on the Side Super Casino

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Football´s Greatest Teams World Cup Verdict The Fantasy Football CLub Soccer AM: The Best Bits World Cup Report First Fast Now Football´s Greatest The Fantasy Football Club Premiership Years Afternoon Report Soccer AM: The Best Bits

ICC WOrld T20 Cricket Sporting Heroes Live Test Cricket Best of ICC World T20 Total Rugby Test Cricket Best of ICC World T20 Racemax Test Cricket The Ashes

THURSDAY 10TH JULY 2014

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Breakfast Heir Hunters Homes Under the Hammer Fake Britain Operation Hospital Food with James Martin Bargain Hunt BBC News at One Regional News and Weather Doctors Perfection Escape to the Country Wanted Down Under Flog It! Pointless BBC News at Six Regional News and Weather The One Show EastEnders Motorway Cops Celebrity MasterChef BBC News at Ten Regional News and Weather Question Time This Week Holiday Weatherview BBC News

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Homes Under the Hammer Match of the Day Fake Britain Call the Council Escape to the Continent Gardeners’ World HARDtalk BBC News BBC World News The Daily Politics Golf Frozen Planet Eggheads Flog it! Trade Secrets Paul Hollywood’s Pies and Puds Mary Berry Cooks RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show The Honourable Woman Mock the Week Newsnight The Machine Gun and Skye’s Band of Brothers Panorama Horizon This is BBC Two Andrew Marr’s History of the World

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Good Morning Britain Lorraine The Jeremy Kyle Show This Morning ITV News This Morning Loose Women ITV News and Weather Peter Andre’s 60 Minute Makeover Dickinson’s Real Deal Tipping Point The Chase ITV News London ITV News and Weather Emmerdale Tonight Emmerdale Coronation Street Champneys ITV News at Ten and Weather Robbie Coltrane’s BRoad Britain The Late Debate Jackpot247 Tonight ITV Nightscreen

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Countdown 3rd Rock from the Sun King of Queens Everybody Loves Raymond Frasier Undercover Boss USA Come Dine with Me Channel 4 News Summary Come Dine with Me Channel 4 Racing Deal or No Deal Ultimate Dealer Couples Come Dine with Me The Simpsons Hollyoaks Channel 4 News George Clarke’s Amazing Spaces Embarrassing Bodies The Secret Life of Students One Born Every Minute Random Acts Beauty Queen or Bust The Auction House

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Fireman Sam The Wotwots!

Peppa Pig Pip Ahoy!

Ben and Holly’s Little Kingdom The Mr. Men Show Thomas and Friends Noddy in Toyland Little Princess Peppa Pig Toby’s Travelling Circus Bananas in Pyjamas Tickety Toc The Wright Stuff Cowboy Builders 5 News Lunchtime Big Brother Home and Away Neighbours NCIS Film A Soldier’s Love Story 5 News at 5 Neighbours Home and Away 5 News Tonight Cricket on 5 Black Market Britain OAPs Behaving Badly Big Brother Big Brother’s Bit on the Side Super Casino

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Football´s Greatest Teams World Cup Verdict The Fantasy Football Club Soccer AM: The Best Bits World Cup Report First Fast Now Football´s Greatest The Fantasy Football CLub Premiership Years Afternoon Report Soccer AM: The Best Bits

Test Cricket Sporting Heroes Live Test Cricket Ashes Fever Premeir League Legends Test Cricket The Pistorius Trial WWE: Late Night Raw WWE: NXT

FRIDAY 11TH JULY 2014

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Breakfast Heir Hunters Homes Under the Hammer Fake Britain Operation Hospital Food with James Martin Bargain Hunt BBC News at One Regional News and Weather Doctors Perfection Escape to the Country Wanted Down Under Flog It! Pointless BBC News at Six Regional News and Weather The One Show The Great Property Race EastEnders Celebrity MasterChef BBC News at Ten Regional News and Weather Alan Hansen: Player and Pundit EastEnders Omnibus Weather for the Week Ahead BBC News

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Homes Under the Hammer Animal Park Fake Britain Call the Council The Great British Sewing Bee First Time on the Front Line The Travel Show BBC News BBC World News The Daily Politics Golf Frozen Planet Eggheads Athletics Gardeners’ World Pipers of the Trenches Newsnight Film Hamlet 2

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3rd Rock from the Sun King of Queens Everybody Loves Raymond Frasier Undercover Boss USA Come Dine with Me Channel 4 News Summary Come Dine with Me Channel 4 Racing Deal or No Deal Ultimate Dealer Couples Come Dine with Me The Simpsons Hollyoaks Channel 4 News The Million Pound Drop 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown Friday Night Dinner The Inbetweeners Random Acts

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The Wotwots!

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Ashes Fever Test Cricket Ringside Live Test Cricket Live T20 Blast Cricket Ashes Modern Classics Sky Sports Classics Test Cricket Super League

SATURDAY 12TH JULY 2014

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Breakfast Saturday Kitchen Live Paul Hollywood’s Pies and Puds Homes Under the Hammer BBC News Weather Bargain Hunt Athletics Celebrity Mastermind Pointless BBC News Regional News and Weather A Question of Sport The National Lottery Casualty BBC News Weather Film Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl Film The Ruins Weather for the Week Ahead BBC News

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Preview Film Blood on The Moon MOTD Kickabout FIFA World Cup Coast Living Planet Fred Dibnah’s Industrial Age Great British Railway Journeys Rick Stein’s Spain Golf Escape to the Country Flog It! Film Catch Me If You Can

True crime story about teenage con man Frank Abagnale Jr - who cashed fake cheques worth over 2.5 million dollars while disguised as a pilot, a doctor and a lawyer - and the FBI agent who finally caught him.

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Dad’s Army The Men Who Made Us Spend Film The Shipping News Golf Black Sheep This is BBC Two

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CITV ITV News Weekend The Hungry Sailors Murder, She Wrote ITV News and Weather Storage Hoarders Dinner Date Peter Andre’s 60 Minute Makeover The Nation’s Favourite Motown Song Tipping Point Film Scooby-Doo Local News and Weather ITV News and Weather You’ve Been Framed!

Tipping Point FIFA World Cup Live 2014 ITV News and Weather Film Balls of Fury Jackpot 247 The Jeremy Kyle Show USA Nightscreen

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The Hoobs Transworld Sport FIM Superbike World Championship The Morning Line Weekend Kitchen with Waitrose

In the last episode of the series, Steve Jones and Lisa Snowdon are joined by actor Simon Callow and hip hop duo Rizzle Kicks.

Birmingham chef Glynn Purnell cooks live. Former MasterChef winner Thomasina Miers demonstrates the versatility of chillies, and Heston Blumenthal is back at the barbecue.

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Frasier The Big Bang Theory The Simpsons The Tomorrow People Channel 4 Racing Come Dine with Me Channel 4 News The Restoration Man Grand Designs Film Knight and Day The IT Crowd Film Rushmore Hollyoaks Omnibus

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Little Princess The Adventures of Bottle Top Bill and His Best Friend Corky Angelina Ballerina Bert and Ernie’s Great Adventures Rupert Bear Toby’s Travelling Circus Ben and Holly’s Little Kingdom Jelly Jamm LazyTown Access Meerkat Manor The Dog Rescuers Big Brother: Live Eviction NCIS Film Pork Chop Hill Film Fighter Attack Cricket on 5 5 News Weekend MH370: The Flight That Vanished Big Brother The Trial of Gillian Taylforth Benefits Britain: Life on the Dole Big Brother’s Bit on the Psych Super Casino

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Football´s Greatest Football´s Greatest Teams World Cup Verdict The Fantasy Football Club Premiership Years Football´s Greatest The Fantasy Football CLub Prem. Leag.

Legends Football Gold Premiership Years Football´s Greatest Fight Night - Live

Test Cricket Cricket Fever Cricket Extra Live Live Test Cricket Best of ICC WOrld T20 AShes Modern CLassics Live Super League Test Cricket Super League

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SUNDAY 13TH JULY 2014

Breakfast The Andrew Marr Show Sunday Morning Live Sunday Politics Bargain Hunt BBC News Alan Hansen: Player and Pundit Homes Under the Hammer Wanted Down Under Escape to the Country Songs of Praise

Sally and Diane are in Glasgow for the final countdown to the Commonwealth Games. There are stirring, patriotic hymns to get you in the mood and the Songs of Praise family face their greatest challenge yet, as water-phobic Dad draws on his faith to try and swim like a triathlete.

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BBC News BBC London News Countryfile Match of the Day Live BBC News BBC London News Live at the Apollo Film Man of the Year Weather for the Week Ahead BBC News

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This is BBC Two Film Tender Comrade Monty Don’s French Gardens Gardeners’ World Beechgrove Garden Saturday Kitchen Best Bites Paul Hollywood’s Pies and Puds Rick Stein’s Spain

Rick continues his journey in the old camper van from the Basque country on the Atlantic coast, to journey eastwards towards the Mediterranean, sampling great dishes and good hospitality along the way.

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Golf Natural World Flog It! Film Shall We Dance?

Film The Night Watch Mock the Week QI XL Golf Countryfile Holby City Match of the Day

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Fort Boyard Dino Dan Canimals Sooty Digimon Fusion Mr. Bean Deadtime Stories ITV News Weekend May the Best House Win Murder, She Wrote ITV News and Weather Love Your Garden Long Lost Family Columbo Midsomer Murders ITV News London ITV News and Weather Catchphrase FIFA World Cup Live 2014 ITV News and Weather The Greatest Footie Ads Ever The Cube The Store Motorsport UK

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Ironman 2014 Cholmondeley Pageant of Power How I Met Your Mother Everybody Loves Raymond Frasier Sunday Brunch George Clarke’s Amazing Spaces The Big Bang Theory The Simpsons Deal or No Deal Film St. Trinian’s

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Channel 4 News Film Titanic Film The Running Man The Million Pound Drop Film A Prophet

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Little Princess The Adventures of Bottle Top Bill and His Best Friend Corky Angelina Ballerina Milkshake! Show Songs Bert and Ernie’s Great Adventures Rupert Bear Ben and Holly’s Little Kingdom Jelly Jamm LazyTown Access World’s Scariest Near Misses Big Brother Police Interceptors Film See No Evil, Hear No Evil Film Stand by Me Film Click Car Crime UK: Caught on Camera Cricket on 5 5 News Weekend Extraordinary People Big Brother Webcam Girls: At Your Service Film Step Brothers True Crimes: The First 72 Hours

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Football´s Greatest Football´s Greatest Teams World Cup Verdict The Fantasy Football CLub Premiership Years Football´s Greatest Hockey World Cup Live Hockey Football´s Greatest Int. Teams Sporting Heroes Time of Our Lives

Cricket Writers on TV Live Tests Cricket Best of ICC WOrld T20 Ashes Modern Classics Test Cricket Best of ICC WOrld T20 Ashes MOdern Classics Test Cricket

MONDAY 14TH JULY 2014

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Breakfast Heir Hunters Homes Under the Hammer Animal S.O.S. Operation Hospital Food with James Martin Bargain Hunt BBC News at One BBC London News Doctors Perfection Escape to the Country Wanted Down Under Flog It! Pointless BBC News at Six BBC London News The One Show How Safe is Your House?

EastEnders Panorama John Bishop’s Australia BBC News at Ten BBC London News Rio in Rio Commonwealth City Weather for the Week Ahead BBC News

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This is BBC Two Homes Under the Hammer Brazil’s Soccer Cities Match of the Day Call the Council The Quest for Bannockburn Watchdog Test House Click BBC News BBC World News The Daily Politics Triathlon Rowing Coast Antiques Roadshow Eggheads Flog it! Trade Secrets Paul Hollywood’s Pies and Puds Mary Berry Cooks University Challenge Food and Drink The Secret Life of Your Clothes QI Newsnight The Men Who Made Us Spend I Bought a Rainforest This is BBC Two

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With Gino and Mel ITV News and Weather The Speakmans Dickinson’s Real Deal Tipping Point The Chase ITV News London ITV News and Weather Emmerdale Coronation Street Countrywise Coronation Street Long Lost Family ITV News at Ten and Weather You Cannot be Serious!

Ray Mears’ Close Encounters Jackpot247 The Jeremy Kyle Show USA

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3rd Rock from the Sun King of Queens Everybody Loves Raymond Frasier Undercover Boss USA Come Dine with Me Channel 4 News Summary Come Dine with Me Four in a Bed Countdown Deal or No Deal Ultimate Dealer Couples Come Dine with Me The Simpsons Hollyoaks Channel 4 News Dispatches Food Unwrapped Royal Marines Commando School Utopia The Secret Life of Students Embarrassing Bodies Britain’s Youngest Carers The Secre

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The Mr. Men Show Thomas and Friends Noddy in Toyland Little Princess Milkshake Monkey Peppa Pig Toby’s Travelling Circus Bananas in Pyjamas Milkshake! Show Songs Tickety Toc The Wright Stuff Beware! Cowboy Builders Abroad 5 News Lunchtime Big Brother Home and Away Neighbours NCIS Film Assumed Killer 5 News at 5 Neighbours Home and Away 5 News Tonight Superskyscrapers: Shanghai Tower Police Interceptors Benefits Britain: Life on the Dole Big Brother Big Brother’s Bit on the Side Black Market Britain Super Casino

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Football´s Greatest Football´s Greatest Teams The Monday VIew World Cup Special Premiership Years Football´s Greatest Football´s Greatest Managers Football´s Greatest Teams Football Gold Premiership Years Football Gold Football´s Greatest World Cup Verdict

Super League TEst Cricket Ringside Sporting Greats Sporting Rivalries Fight Night Ringside WWE: Raw Live Winning Post Sporting Greats Inside Sailing Super LEague Full Time

TUESDAY 15TH JULY 2014

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Breakfast Heir Hunters Homes Under the Hammer Animal S.O.S. Street Patrol UK Bargain Hunt BBC News at One BBC London News Doctors Perfection Escape to the Country Wanted Down Under Flog It! Pointless BBC News at Six BBC London News The One Show EastEnders Holby City Nick and Margaret: Too Many Immigrants?

BBC News at Ten BBC London News Summer’s Supermarket Secrets John Bishop’s Australia Weather for the Week Ahead BBC News

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This is BBC Two Homes Under the Hammer Animal S.O.S. Animal Park Call the Council Hot Property: Business Boomers Watchdog Test House HARDtalk BBC News BBC World News The Daily Politics A to Z of TV Gardening The Super League Show Golf Frozen Planet Antiques Roadshow Eggheads Flog it! Trade Secrets Paul Hollywood’s Pies and Puds Mary Berry Cooks Hive Alive Coast The Sarah Millican Television Programme Newsnight The Secret Life of Your Clothes A Cabbie Abroad

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Good Morning Britain Lorraine The Jeremy Kyle Show This Morning ITV News This Morning Let’s Do Lunch...

With Gino and Mel ITV News and Weather The Speakmans Dickinson’s Real Deal Tipping Point The Chase ITV News London ITV News and Weather Emmerdale Love Your Garden 56 Up ITV News at Ten and Weather Exposure Tales From Northumberland with Robson Green Jackpot247 The Jeremy Kyle Show USA

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3rd Rock from the Sun King of Queens Everybody Loves Raymond Frasier Undercover Boss USA Celebrity Come Dine with Me: Ireland Channel 4 News Summary Celebrity Come Dine with Me: Ireland Four in a Bed Countdown Deal or No Deal Ultimate Dealer Couples Come Dine with Me The Simpsons Hollyoaks Channel 4 News Kirstie’s Fill Your House for Free Undercover Boss Utopia Royal Marines Commando School Ramsay’s Kitchen Nightmares USA KOTV Boxing Weekly Transworld Sport

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The Mr. Men Show Thomas and Friends Noddy in Toyland Little Princess Milkshake Monkey Peppa Pig Toby’s Travelling Circus Bananas in Pyjamas Milkshake! Show Songs Tickety Toc The Wright Stuff Beware! Cowboy Builders Abroad 5 News Lunchtime Big Brother Home and Away Neighbours NCIS Film Escape From Polygamy 5 News at 5 Neighbours Home and Away 5 News Tonight Can’t Pay? We’ll Take it Away!

The Dog Rescuers CSI: Crime Scene Investigation Big Brother Big Brother’s Bit on the Side Wentworth

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The Ashes Elite League Speedway The Ashes Elite League Speedway Darts Gold Sky Sports Classics Live T20 Blast Cricket Super League Backchat The Ashes

WEDNESDAY 16TH JULY 2014

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Breakfast Heir Hunters Homes Under the Hammer Animal S.O.S. Street Patrol UK Bargain Hunt BBC News at One BBC London News Doctors Perfection Escape to the Country Wanted Down Under Flog It! Pointless BBC News at Six BBC London News The One Show Talk to the Animals Nick and Margaret: Too Many Immigrants?

BBC News at Ten BBC London News A Question of Sport Film Surrogates Weather for the Week Ahead BBC News

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This is BBC Two Homes Under the Hammer Animal S.O.S. Animal Park Call the Council Antiques Roadshow Tigers About the House BBC News The Daily Politics A to Z of TV Gardening Film North West Frontier Coast Frozen Planet Antiques Roadshow Eggheads Flog it! Trade Secrets Paul Hollywood’s Pies and Puds Mary Berry Cooks Operation Cloud Lab: Secrets of the Skies The Fifteen Billion Pound Railway Backchat with Jack Whitehall and His Dad Newsnight Golf Hot Property: Business Boomers A Very British Airline

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Good Morning Britain Lorraine The Jeremy Kyle Show This Morning ITV News This Morning Let’s Do Lunch...

With Gino and Mel ITV News and Weather The Speakmans Dickinson’s Real Deal Tipping Point The Chase ITV News London ITV News and Weather Emmerdale Coronation Street All Star Mr and Mrs Testing Britain’s Worst Drivers: Crash Course ITV News at Ten and Weather Film American Pie Jackpot247 The Jeremy Kyle Show USA ITV Nightscreen

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Countdown 3rd Rock from the Sun King of Queens Everybody Loves Raymond Frasier Undercover Boss USA Come Dine with Me Channel 4 News Summary Come Dine with Me Four in a Bed Countdown Deal or No Deal Ultimate Dealer Couples Come Dine with Me The Simpsons Hollyoaks Channel 4 News This Old Thing: The Vintage Clothes Show One Born Every Minute The Mimic 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown The IT Crowd Superstar DJs Heston’s Great British Food Film Alfie

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The Mr. Men Show Thomas and Friends Noddy in Toyland Little Princess Peppa Pig Toby’s Travelling Circus Bananas in Pyjamas Tickety Toc The Wright Stuff Beware! Cowboy Builders 5 News Lunchtime Big Brother Home and Away Neighbours NCIS Film Little Girl Lost: The Delimar Vera Story 5 News at 5 Neighbours Home and Away 5 News Tonight Ultimate Police Interceptors Angry Brits: Caught on Camera The Hotel Inspector Returns Big Brother Big Brother’s Bit on the Side Super Casino

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Football´s Greatest Football´s Greatest Teams Soccer AM: The Best Bits Prem. Leag. Years Football´s Greatest Football´s Greatest Managers Football´s Greatest Teams Football Gold Prem. Leag. Years Football Gold Football´s Greatest Boots ´n´All

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THURSDAY 17TH JULY 2014

Breakfast Heir Hunters Homes Under the Hammer Animal S.O.S. Street Patrol UK Bargain Hunt BBC News at One BBC London News Doctors Perfection Escape to the Country Wanted Down Under Flog It! Pointless BBC News at Six BBC London News The One Show EastEnders Talk to the Animals Celebrity MasterChef BBC News at Ten BBC London News The Great Big Romanian Invasion This Week Holiday Weatherview BBC News

06:00 07:00 07:30 08:30 09:00 20:00 21:00

Homes Under the Hammer Animal S.O.S. Escape to the Continent Gardeners’ World Golf Horizon The Honourable Woman

Drama series about a woman caught up in the struggle for peace in the Middle East. Nessa’s security advisor follows a lead as he hunts down the missing boy.

Meanwhile, her brother Ephra makes a startling discovery that could blow the family, and its work, apart.

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Mock the Week Newsnight The Fifteen Billion Pound Railway Panorama David Beckham Into the Unknown This is BBC Two Locomotion: Dan Snow’s History of Railways Why the Industrial Revolution Happened Here Learning Zone

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Good Morning Britain Lorraine The Jeremy Kyle Show This Morning ITV News This Morning Let’s Do Lunch...

With Gino and Mel ITV News and Weather The Speakmans Dickinson’s Real Deal Tipping Point The Chase ITV News London ITV News and Weather Emmerdale Tonight Emmerdale Harbour Lives Britain’s Poshest Nannies ITV News at Ten and Weather Robbie Coltrane’s B-Road Britain The Dentists Jackpot 247 Tonight

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With Gino and Mel ITV News and Weather The Speakmans Dickinson’s Real Deal Tipping Point The Chase ITV News London ITV News and Weather Emmerdale Coronation Street The Cruise Ship Coronation Street Doc Martin ITV News at Ten and Weather Film The Kingdom Jackpot247 The Jeremy Kyle Show USA

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Countdown 3rd Rock from the Sun King of Queens Everybody Loves Raymond Frasier Undercover Boss USA Come Dine with Me Channel 4 News Summary Come Dine with Me Four in a Bed Countdown Deal or No Deal Ultimate Dealer Couples Come Dine with Me The Simpsons Hollyoaks Channel 4 News George Clarke’s Amazing Spaces Embarrassing Bodies The Secret Life of Students Beauty Queen or Bust One Born Every Minute The Auction House This Old Thing: The Vintage Clothes Show Born in the Wild

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The Wotwots!

Peppa Pig Pip Ahoy!

Ben and Holly’s Little Kingdom The Mr. Men Show Thomas and Friends Noddy in Toyland Little Princess Peppa Pig Toby’s Travelling Circus Bananas in Pyjamas Tickety Toc The Wright Stuff Beware! Cowboy Builders 5 News Lunchtime Big Brother Home and Away Neighbours NCIS Film The Nightmare Nanny 5 News at 5 Neighbours Home and Away 5 News Tonight Cricket on 5 Black Market Britain Caught on Camera Big Brother Big Brother’s Bit on the Side Super Casino

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Ben and Holly’s Little Kingdom 07:20 The Mr. Men Show 07:35 Thomas and Friends 07:50 Noddy in Toyland 08:00 Little Princess 08:15 Peppa Pig 08:30 Milkshake Monkey 08:35 Toby’s Travelling Circus 08:45 Bananas in Pyjamas 09:00 Tickety Toc 09:15 The Wright Stuff 11:10 Beware! Cowboy Builders 12:10 5 News Lunchtime 12:15 Big Brother 13:15 Home and Away 13:45 Neighbours 14:15 NCIS 15:15 Film Burden of Evil 17:00 5 News at 5 17:30 Neighbours 18:00 Home and Away 18:30 5 News Tonight 19:00 Cricket on 5 20:00 On the Yorkshire Buses 21:00 Big Brother: Live Eviction 22:35 Big Brother’s Bit on the Side 23:35 Stand by Your Man 00:15 Super Casino

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Football´s Greatest Football´s Grestest Teams Soccer AM: The Best Bits Prem. Leag. Years Football´s Greatest Football´s Greatest Managers Football´s Greatest Teams Footb. Leag. Gold Prem. Leag. Years Footb. Leag. Gold Prem. Leag.

Legends

The Ashes Sky Sports Classics Live Test Cricket Ashes Modern Classics Sporting Rivalries Test Cricket The Ashes Test Cricket

FRIDAY 18TH JULY 2014

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Breakfast Heir Hunters Homes Under the Hammer Animal S.O.S. Street Patrol UK Bargain Hunt BBC News at One BBC London News Doctors Perfection Escape to the Country Wanted Down Under Flog It! Pointless BBC News at Six BBC London News The One Show The Village That’s Falling Into the Sea EastEnders Celebrity MasterChef BBC News at Ten BBC London News New Tricks EastEnders Omnibus Weather for the Week Ahead BBC News

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Homes Under the Hammer Animal S.O.S. The Great British Sewing Bee First Time on the Front Line Golf First Night of the Proms

With Erin Wall, Catherine WynRogers, Andrew Staples, Christopher Purves. The greatest classical music festival in the world gets underway from the Royal Albert Hall. Katie Derham introduces a performance of Elgar’s sublime biblical oratorio, The Kingdom, a powerful musical portrayal of the acts of the disciples after the ascension of Jesus. Sir Andrew Davis returns to the Proms in his 70th birthday year to conduct the BBC Symphony Orchestra and Chorus and the BBC National Chorus of Wales. They are joined by soloists Erin Wall as the Blessed Virgin, Catherine WynRogers as Mary Magdalene, Andrew Staples as St John and Christopher Purves as St Peter.

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QI XL Newsnight T in the Park 2014

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Countdown 3rd Rock from the Sun King of Queens Everybody Loves Raymond Frasier Undercover Boss USA Come Dine with Me Channel 4 News Summary Come Dine with Me Four in a Bed Countdown Deal or No Deal Ultimate Dealer Couples Come Dine with Me The Simpsons Hollyoaks Channel 4 News The Million Pound Drop 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown Friday Night Dinner The Inbetweeners Rude Tube Film What Happens in Vegas The Angelos Epithemiou Show

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Prem. Leag. Legends Football´s Greatest Teams Soccer AM: The Best Bits Prem. Leag. Years Football´s Greatest Football´s Greatest Managers Prem. Leag. Legends Football Gold Prem. Leag. Years Football Gold Football´s Greatest Football´s Greatest Managers

Super League Test Cricket Super League Live Test Cricket Live T20 Blast Cricket Test Cricket T20 Blast Cricket Test Cricket

SATURDAY 19TH JULY 2014

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Breakfast Golf BBC News Golf Formula 1 BBC News BBC London News A Question of Sport

Long-running sports quiz, with members of the sporting community pitting their knowledge of sport against each other.

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The National Lottery

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Powerful historical drama. When Henry II appoints his drinking and wenching companion Thomas Becket as Archbishop of Canterbury he hopes to lessen Church interference. But Becket takes the job seriously and soon the friends come into conflict.

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TBA BBC News TBA Weather for the WeekAhead BBC News

TBA The Living Planet Fred Dibnah’s Industrial Age Great British Railway Journeys Saturday Kitchen Best Bites Rick Stein’s Spain Talking Pictures Film Becket

TBA Golf Dad’s Army

Classic wartime sitcom about a group of man - not able to take up active service due to their age - who set up their town’s Home Guard in the Second World War. 21:00 22:00

The Men Who Made Us Spend TBA

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Fort Boyard Dino Dan Canimals Sooty Digimon Fusion Mr. Bean Adventure Time ITV News Weekend The Hungry Sailors Murder, She Wrote ITV News and Weather Storage Hoarders All Star Mr and Mrs Dinner Date All Star Family Fortunes Film Bill and Ted’s Excellent Adventure Film Scooby-Doo 2: Monsters Unleashed Regional News and Weather ITV News and Weather You’ve Been Framed!

Tipping Point TBA ITV News and Weather TBA Jackpot247

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Mobil 1 The Morning Line Everybody Loves Raymond Frasier The Big Bang Theory The Simpsons The Tomorrow People Channel 4 Racing Come Dine with Me Channel 4 News The Restoration Man Grand Designs TBA Film Predator 2

The predator returns, this time hunting the streets of Los Angeles for his prey. The alien has decided to take the feuding drugdealing gangsters who are threatening to overrun the city as trophies. But when he starts taking out the police as well, tough cop Lt Mike Harrigan and partners Danny Archuleta and Leona Cantrell set out on its trail.

However, they must also contend with special agent Peter Keyes, who seems to know what happened to a mercenary patrol in the South American jungle.

01:10 03:05

TBA Hollyoaks Omnibus

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Milkshake!

TBA Big Brother

Series which follows the lives of a group of people who have volunteered to spend several weeks in the Big Brother house, being filmed 24 hours a day, in the hope of winning a large cash prize.

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TBA NCIS TBA Cricket on 5

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5 News TBA Big Brother Benefits Britain: Life on the Dole Big Brother’s Bit on the Psych Super Casino TBA Great Scientists

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Sky Sports Classics Test Cricket Cricket Fever Live Test Cricket Ashes Modern Classics Sporting Rivalries Test Cricket Super League Test Cricket

SUNDAY 20TH JULY 2014

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Breakfast The Andrew Marr Show Sunday Morning Live

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TBA Monty Don’s French Gardens

Topical debate show that viewers can be a part of, covering the big religious, moral and ethical issues of the day with a mix of religious leaders, commentators and opinion formers.

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Golf BBC News Golf BBC News BBC London News Countryfile

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TBA BBC News BBC London News TBA Weather for the Week Ahead BBC News

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Saturday Kitchen Best Bites Rick Stein’s Spain TBA Escape to the Country Flog It! Lifeline

Each week the programme focuses on one charity’s appeal, and is presented by a celebrity, normally someone who has a specific interest in that charity.

Lifeline also features up-to-date news bulletins.

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TBA Formula 1 TBA This is BBC Two

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Fort Boyard Dino Dan Canimals Sooty Digimon Fusion Mr. Bean Deadtime Stories ITV News Weekend May the Best House Win Murder, She Wrote ITV News and Weather Love Your Garden Long Lost Family Columbo Midsomer Murders Tipping Point Regional News and Weather ITV News and Weather Catchphrase TBA ITV News and Weather Testing Britain’s Worst Drivers: Crash Course The Cube The Store The Jeremy Kyle Show USA Motorsport UK

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Everybody Loves Raymond Frasier Sunday Brunch George Clarke’s Amazing Spaces

George meets a couple who love VW campervans so much they have given up their jobs and sold their home in order to completely drop out of the rat race. They are spending £40,000 renovating an original split screen van which will become their home on the road.

George and Will’s Texan road trip brings them to the state capital of Austin, where no more than a mile from city hall a woman has handbuilt her £10,000 three bed family home from mud. George attempts to fulfill a lifelong ambition of building a butterfly house.

He also meets a glamping enthusiast who, having been made wheelchair bound after a motorcycle accident, has set about making luxury glamping pods which are accessible to everyone.

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Sainsbury’s Anniversary Games Deal or No Deal Channel 4 News TBA The Million Pound Drop

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Milkshake!

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Darts

The World Matchplay. Action from the opening day of the 21st staging of the tournament at the Winter Gardens in Blackpool, featuring four first-round matches. Phil Taylor has won this competition in 14 of its previous 20 years and is currently on a six-year winning streak, having beaten Adrian Lewis in last year’s final.

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TBA Big Brother TBA Cricket on 5 5 News TBA Big Brother

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Premiership Years Live Darts Prem. Leag. Legends

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Sky Sports Classics

England v India. A chance to relive the best moments from the sixth one-day international of the seven-match series at The Oval in 2007.

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TBA Super Casino TBA Great Scientists

Test Cricket Cricket Writers on TV

Paul Allott is joined by a trio of cricket journalists to discuss the latest issues making waves in the sport over the past seven days.

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Live Test Cricket

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MONDAY 21ST JUNE 2014

Breakfast Heir Hunters Homes Under the Hammer Animal S.O.S. Street Patrol UK Bargain Hunt BBC News at One BBC London News Doctors Perfection Escape to the Country Wanted Down Under Flog It! Pointless BBC News at Six BBC London News The One Show How Safe is Your House?

BBC News and Regional News EastEnders Panorama John Bishop’s Australia BBC News at Ten BBC London News BBC Weather TBA Commonwealth City Weather for the Week Ahead BBC News

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Homes Under the Hammer Animal S.O.S. TBA Click BBC News BBC World News The Daily Politics TBA The Hairy Bikers’ Food Tour of Britain Natural World Antiques Roadshow Eggheads

General knowledge quiz in which teams from all over the UK battle to beat the formidable ‘Eggheads’, who have all been winners on other quiz shows.

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Flog it! Trade Secrets Antiques Road Trip University Challenge Food and Drink

Food and Drink is back! Culinary legend Michel Roux Jnr meets food experts to discuss and make some culinary favourites including a roast, baked goods and afternoon tea.

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TBA QI Newsnight The Men Who Made Us Spend TBA This is BBC Two

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Good Morning Britain Lorraine The Jeremy Kyle Show This Morning ITV News This Morning Let’s Do Lunch...

With Gino and Mel ITV News and Weather The Speakmans Dickinson’s Real Deal Tipping Point The Chase Regional News and Weather ITV News and Weather Emmerdale Coronation Street Countrywise Coronation Street Long Lost Family ITV News at Ten and Weather You Saw Them Here First You Cannot be Serious!

Jackpot247 The Jeremy Kyle Show USA ITV Nightscreen

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3rd Rock from the Sun King of Queens Everybody Loves Raymond Frasier Undercover Boss USA Celebrity Come Dine with Me: Ireland Channel 4 News Summary Celebrity Come Dine with Me: Ireland Four in a Bed Countdown Deal or No Deal Ultimate Dealer Couples Come Dine with Me The Simpsons Hollyoaks Channel 4 News Dispatches Food Unwrapped Royal Marines Commando School TBA The Secret Life of Students The Shooting Gallery Embarrassing Bodies The Secret Millions Scandal Revenge

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Milkshake!

The Wright Stuff TBA 5 News Big Brother Home and Away Neighbours TBA Film Tribute

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5 News Neighbours Home and Away

Home and Away chronicles the lives, loves, happiness, and heart-breaks of the residents of Summer Bay, a small coastal town in New South Wales, Australia.

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5 News Cricket on 5 Police Interceptors TBA Big Brother Big Brother’s Bit on the Side Black Market Britain Super Casino Under the Dome

Football Gold Good Morning Sports Fans Game Changers Soccer AM: The Best Bits Premier League Years Football’s Greatest Players Football’s Greatest Managers Football’s Greatest Teams Football Gold Premier League Years

Relive all the best bits from the memorable 1995-96 Premiership season, accompanied by classic music from the time and all the stories making the headlines 18:00 19:00 20:00

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Football Gold Super League Fulltime Live World Matchplay Darts Darts Gold Darts Special: FRY And Waddell Football Gold World Matchplay Darts

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La Orotava turns the spotlight on chamber NINTH EDITION music

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A Orotava is hoping for good support as the municipality launches the ninth edition of its increasingly popular Festival of Chamber Music.

The event takes place from July 8th to July 27th in various locations, including Plaza de la Constitución; Parque Cultural Doña Chana; Iglesias de Santo Domingo, San Agustín y La Concepción and Liceo Taoro.

The Festival has become one of the most recognised of its kind in the Canar y Islands and features some excellent music concerts, alongside parallel educational facilities such as a music camp and an ad-

vanced instrumental course.

The opening concert is on July 12th at noon in the Plaza de la Constitución whilst at 5pm on the same day, students on the camp will present their closing concert in the Parque Cultural Doña Chana. On July 13th at 8.30pm, in the Liceo de Taoro, the same will apply to those who have been on the advanced instrumental course.

The church of San Agustin will host a concert by the wind

section at 8.30pm on July 14th, commemorating the 150th anniversary of the birth of Richard Strauss.

The church of Concepción will resound to horns on July 15th to mark the 100th year of the German organ there. This will also be at 8.30pm.

A long-awaited concert of antique music will be held on July 17th at 8.30pm, followed by the closing concert on July 18th at Santa Domingo.

The festival will also include awards of distinction to those people who have made outstanding contributions to the world of music, not just in La Orotava but throughout Tenerife and the rest of the

Canary Islands.

The garland of honour will go to Paul Opie who has been soloist with the Tenerife Symphony Orchestra since 1986.

Director of the festival, Julio Castañedas said the aim was to educate, inform and capture new people to the delights of chamber music. He expressed his appreciation to those who had given their support, including the Cabildo, the Canary Government and La Orotava council.

The Mayor, Francisco Linares said they were very happy to give their support to an event which enshrined the essence of music and was educational at the same time.

The festival is promoted by a group of young musicians known as “Ensemble” who encourage duos and trios to smaller groups to orchestras.

It was seen as a great way to fill a gap in the music scene and has rapidly becoming a benchmark and a tourist attraction.

The Mayor said it was also a way of encouraging young musicians to work hand in hand with the professionals.

The previous eight editions have proved a great success and it is anticipated that this 2014 programme will be no exception.

Piano the star of final two Puerto concerts

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EYES Bartlet is to close its season at the Teatro Timanfaya in Puerto de la Cruz with two concerts.

The Cultural Association rounds off a hugely successful 2013-2014 with performances on July 19th and July 20th. The star of each will be the piano.

On July 19th, the group D&D will offer an original repertoire of piano, vibraphone, electric bass and percussion. This starts at 9pm.

On Sunday, July 20th, the Puerto cultural space will open its doors for the last concert until September in the series of matinee concerts, starring pianist Rafael Balmaseda from noon.

Like last year, D&D will play the music of Tenerife composer Polo Ortí as well as the songs of Sergei Rajmaninov and Astor Piazzola.

The matinee concerts have been held at the Teatro Timanfaya throughout the season and Reyes Bartlet is delighted to count on the support of Rafael Balmaseda who will play pieces by

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REYES BARTLET

Chopin, Vitier and Lecuona.

All tickets can be purchased on the day of the concerts at the theatre at a cost of ten euros but also in advance by emailing mail@reyesbartlet.com or by ringing 922.386.974 or 696.227.636.

Advance sales can be carried out at the Puerto CIT, Librería Masilva or at the theatre itself.

CONTEST COUNTDOWN

LWAYS a very popular event in the south of Tenerife, El Médano will be holding its annual talent contest on August 8th and 9th.

The VIII Festival de Nuevos Talentos aims to support and develop the creativity of young people throughout the Canary Islands. Contestants range in age from four upwards.

This year, the prize money has been extended and increased to cover a number of categories, including the best original song, dancing (whether as a soloist or member of a group or as a couple) and singers in the various age groups.

Entries had to be submitted

by July 5th and auditions will take place on Saturday, July 26th.

The talent contest, which always attracts a huge crowd, is organised by the local council’s recreation and leisure department.

Councillor in charge, Nacho Mendoza Morales said the event often acted as a launch pad for singers and dancers who went on to work in the arts. It also helped to foster a

healthy and happy leisure time and to bring artists together from all parts of the archipelago.

The prize money in all the

categories totals 4,500 euros and there are also medals.

Winners will also be invited to take part in various events organised by the council.

To keep up to date with all the information about the

contest, see the website of www.granadilladeabona.es.

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CLASSIC CARS

Big event for minis

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F you love cars and in particular historic ones, then an essential date for your diary is July 27th in El Rosario.

The third exhibition of classic minis is taking place in the plaza del Adelantado as part of the festivities for Nuestra Senora de La Esperanza from 10am.

This fiesta sees all sorts of events from July 15th to August 30th and the classic car exhibition has been increasing in popularity since its inception and attracts more people each year.

This year, there will be more than 50 minis, some of which are authentic museum pieces.

This will be the biggest convergence of minis in the Canary Islands.

MAGICAL ATTRACION

Ringing in the Midsummer Night in traditional way

AUGUST CONCERT

Yes, Malú is on her way M

ALÚ, the undisputed female voice of pop, is to perform in concert in Playa de las Américas on August 2nd.

The date is part of her “Si” tour which began on the mainland last November and continues this year with more than 50 appearances.

Thousands of people are expected to enjoy songs from her 16-year career during a concert which will see seven musicians on stage and a spectacular setting and light show. The tour is to feature ever-changing scenery as a novelty.

The concert takes place in the Campo Municipal de Fútbol Anexo Antonio Domínguez and starts at 9.30pm.

PUERTO TRADITIONS

Surprises, processions, fun and more for Fiestas del Julio Festivities mixed with fiesta activities will make Puerto de la Cruz the place to head for between now and July 20th.

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Puerto council has stressed that the 52,000 euro budget has not come from the local budget but entirely

AN Juan de la Rambla hosts some wonderful traditions and the“Resonar del Bucio Noche de San Juan” on June 23rd was one of them.

This ancient midsummer tradition was revived in 2009 and always brings a magical atmosphere to the town.

Local residents are understandably very proud of the event which recreates the scenes and sounds first seen and heard in the 16th century.

The bucio is a horn-like instrument which was used across the Canary Islands as a means of communication and announcing news. It was first used by the Guanches and then by generations to come.

Elders would sound the bucio to relay warnings and fire alerts, as well as to signal the time for banana plantation workers and for the fishermen to meet the trawlers. It would also proclaim more unwanted gossip as well, such as the birth of an illegitimate child or if a woman was unfaithful to her husband! “The tabloid newspaper of the day” is how many describe it.

On a lighter note, it was often sounded in jest to warn that the animals, particularly the donkeys or goats, needed feeding.

The bucio were also traditionally used on June 24th to announce the birth, seven months after that of Jesus, of St John the Baptist or in Spanish, San Juan Baptista.

Fiestas are held to celebrate the occasion and this is where the roots of the event in San Juan de la Rambla began.

It consists of a procession lit by torches and the sounding of the shells to coincide with the shortest night and the longest day (the summer solstice).

The tradition was restored

by Ricardo González from Icod de los Vinos as it felt that San Juan de la Rambla was the perfect place for the fiesta, previously known as the Sounds of San Juan. It has a natural auditorium in the shape of the Risco del Mazapé and is enjoyed by all ages, including older folk and a new generation who will help to ensure the tradition lives on.

The lovely tradition lived up to all expectations, with the procession route lit up by candles.

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ULY 1st saw the start of the Fiestas de Julio 2014 which pay homage to the “Great Power of God”, the Virgen del Carmen and San Telmo.

The creator of the official poster, Sito Rouvas unveiled the programme with councillor responsible for fiestas, Juan Carlos Marrero and fiesta director, Jose Pedro Hernadez.

Sr. Marrero said there would be 98 events in the space of 20 days with a mix of events and special prominence for fun for younger children.

Some surprises were also promised by Sr. Hernandez who said it was an honour to lead such important and recognised fiestas. Some of those surprises will be in the Paza de Europa.

The festival began on July

1st with the official reading of the proclamation of the programme. Up until July 20th, visitors and local people will be able to enjoy all sorts of events in the streets, exhibitions, fairs, sports tournaments, conferences, exhibitions, fun and more.

In the Sala de Exposiciones in the Cofradia de Pescadores in Puerto, there will be an exhibition of the posters about the July Fiestas since 1914.

One of the highlights will be on July 15th which will see the tradition of the Embarcacion of the Virgen and San Telmo.

The procession to the pier will be at 5.30pm.

through fund-raising and sponsorship. Thanks have been extended to everyone involved.

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Your dining experience around our restaurants Restaurant Algarrobo, Las Candidas This family run restaurant is situated in the well-known and much visited venue in Las Candidas (La Orotava). The current owners are brothers Toño (front of house) and Cristóbal (head chef).

They have carried on the family tradition of offering top quality products at affordable prices whilst bringing the menu up to date. There is a lively atmosphere here with some really unusual dishes to taste. All the dishes are fresh using vegetables from the market. The cuisine is traditional with a modern slant without being too over elaborate.

They specialise in roast lamb and suckling pig and fish lovers have a huge choice. You will find Restaurant Algarrobo in Las Candidas just off the road between El Monasterio and La Orotava. A great place for parties, communions, business meetings etc.

Restaurant Gom, Santa Cruz This iconic restaurant in the heart of Santa Cruz is definitely a place to head for if you enjoy stunning decor and high-end cuisine but at prices you can still afford.

The food here is best described as a slice of home-made cooking with the taste and touch of nouvelle cuisine. It’s beautifully presented, of course, and although the interior of the restaurant has a contemporary, minimalist design, it is still warm and welcoming.

You will find GOM within the Hotel Taburiente, located in front of Parque García Sanabria , one of the landmarks of Santa Cruz. This is a place for all, whether you are heading for the capital to do some shopping, want somewhere to meet friends, perhaps have a business meeting in a less formal setting or simply to enjoy a memorable occasion.

The emphasis is on quality, freshness and naturalness where the raw product is the star, depending on what is available that day in the market. The dishes are very innovative – you might be served marmalade to accompany your food in a shot glass or prawns on a bed of small pebbles to reflect the ocean or a risotto topped with little petals.

The team is very attentive to detail and offers a special menu for celiac and can help create food for anyone with a specific allergy.

Weddings, etc are also catered for and there is always a dish of the day. There is a very extensive wine list and don’t forget to sample the exquisite desserts.

Bodeguita Algarrobo, Puerto de la Cruz Across the street from the Botánico Hotel is the small but chic “Bodegita Algarrobo”.

A family-run business with a long history of restaurateurs, the restaurant was opened by Cristobal and Antonio whose parents founded the Algarrobo in La Orotava more than three decades ago, so it has a fine pedigree.

The cuisine served here is local Canary food with some surprisingly original features and the most exquisite flavours.

Piquillo peppers stuffed with mushrooms and prawns, hake mounted on a tower of perfectly cooked, seasonally fresh veg, Canary “wrinkled” potatoes with a twist, lamb estofado, an inside-out pie without the pastry, fig biscuit with chocolate sauce, pork steak with caramelised onions open sandwiches, stuffed leak with cheese and belly of pork fritters, piquillo peppers stuffed with mushrooms and prawns. These are just some of the dishes which have enchanted diners of all nationalities throughout the day and night. Some British tourists eat here four times during a week’s holiday! Plan a visit and you will see why for yourself.

Bar El Pincho, Paseo Las Vistas, Los Cristianos With so many bars and restaurants along the sea-front of the main Las Vistas beach in Los Cristianos, where on earth do you head for?

Why not try Bar El Pincho where you can enjoy good prices, good food, good service and a fantastic view of the ocean as you watch the world go by.

Bar El Pincho is winning many fans because of the friendly staff you encounter and the really delicious Spanish tapas.

Opened about two years ago, customers of all nationalities come here, including the British, Spanish, German, Dutch and French.

It’s a lovely place and one of the bargains they offer is a combination of tapas for two for just 8.50 euros. You can’t go wrong with this. There is also a wide selection of main plates, such as steak, chicken and fish, all cooked with love and the best ingredients they can find.

The owners really mean it when they say customer satisfaction is paramount so do ask if there is something special you would like or arranged.

Every two weeks, you will find live music and do try the fantastic cocktails which they always try to improve. Try also the special dishes from the north of the island and the drinks.

The aim is to make you feel at home which regular customers say is definitely the case. Please note, Bar El Pincho is closed on Sundays so the staff can spend some valuable time with their families as well.

For an extra special treat, why not phone and reserve a table for when popular singer Claudio performs two Fridays a month.

Bistro Bolle, Costa del Silencio Bistro Bolle is one of those lovely friendly restaurants which also offers great food at affordable prices and a very special atmosphere.

Owner Patrick, who comes from Belgium, is multi-lingual which is one of the reasons you will find all nationalities here and you are always greeted as a friend and made to feel very welcome in your own language.

The other ingredients which make this restaurant so special are a good location with stunning views, including Mount Teide beyond, a huge sunny terrace with cover against the elements and easy parking.

There is no formal menu, you simply choose from the blackboard or specials. Dishes include a fantastic spaghetti bolognaise for just seven euros, duck in orange sauce for 14 euros, salmon tagliatelle for ten euros and entrecote steak for 13 euros. The food is excellent with good-sized portions. Bolle offers a wide range of Belgian beers, including on draught.

On the last Saturday of each month, there is a great buffet night with live entertainment for 25 euros per person (including half a bottle of wine, aperitif and dessert) and mid-month, Saturday live entertainment with the normal a la carte menu. As Patrick says, here you will find quality at a good price and always done with a smile. *If in a car, when you turn left into Silencio from the main Galletas road, turn right in front of the funny statues in the fountain swimming pool, then filter left along the one-way system and first left again. You will see the red awning of the bistro on the right.

Tressardi, Puerto de la Cruz If you want to seek out a really good Italian restaurant at an affordable price, look no further than Tressardi in Puerto de la Cruz.

This well established Italian restaurant and pizzeria is managed by three partners from Sardinia and can be found in La Paz (the main tourist area of Puerto).

It offers a very varied menu including traditional Italian dishes, pizza and pasta with gorgeous fillings and sauces, meat dishes, fresh fish and crunchy salads. You can accompany it with an Italian wine or cold beer whilst enjoying romantic soothing Italian music. The desserts like tiramisu and pannacota are to die for!

Depending on your choices the price averaging 15-16 Euros per person is what you can expect.

So if you want a good Italian restaurant for a family meal, a romantic dinner, a quick lunch when working or a take away, Tressardi is the restaurant for you. A friendly and homely restaurant that has quality products combining fast food and well prepared dishes for kids and grown ups.

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Electra, San Blas, Golf del Sur

The Venue, Costa del Silencio

Some chefs just seem to draw the crowds and Paolo, now back at Electra, is one of them.

He produces the most exquisite dishes as a labour of love, using an unusual combination of ingredients and always creating beautifully-looking plates. He is also a wine expert and will happily chat to you and recommend choices to go with your meals. He believes the two must perfectly complement each other.

Electra is a relatively small restaurant on the first line of San Blas Square but it oozes charm and style and has a lovely interior with clever attention to the design. This also applies to the cutlery, plates and glasses which combine to present a very inviting table. There is also a small terrace outside if you want a table under the stars or to enjoy the sun.

The food is always freshly cooked and diners over the last few months have enthused over dishes such as the steak (“Fantastic”), sea bream cooked in sea salt (“The best I have ever tasted”) and the tapas with a twist.

“The best food I have ever eaten, amazing presentation and service. Unbelievable quality and quantity of food. Brilliant prices.

Absolutely five stars!” is just one of the glowing reviews on TripAdvisor

Look no further than this new venue if you want to enjoy good food, live entertainment, special events and regulars like an “old skool disco night” on Thursdays and quiz and karaoke on a Wednesday.

Smartly refurbished with a spacious interior and sunny outside area, The Venue on the lower level of Coral Mar Square is now officially open and waiting to welcome you. It is open every day from 9am through to at least 2am in the morning.

Owner Dave and manageress have created a great mix of a bar, restaurant, nightclub and entertainment spot with something to suit everyone, with an appeal to all ages and nationalities.

There’s a full restaurant menu with tables inside and out but snacks as well, including something we all long for – chicken and chips and scampi and chips in a basket! The good-quality food on the British/American-style menu will also include breakfasts and Sunday roasts. Drink prices are also very affordable.

You can enjoy live acts and the resident compere is Gordon Slayney.

Dave and Julie believe “The Venue” is somewhere different for the area and will fill a definite gap in the market. They can also cater for parties and special events if you would like to get in touch on 618 492 074.

Tipsy Terrace, Los Gigantes Tipsy Terrace in Los Gigantes is described as one of the friendliest places around and you will see why when you visit.

This delightful venue is run with great enthusiasm by owners Sally and Sarah. They love to celebrate special occasions and dates in the calendar and have become experts in providing great entertainment and lovely decorations.

It is not by chance that it has become a favourite place for many people, locals and holiday-makers alike.

You will find great home cooking and dishes to suit all tastes, from breakfast through to evening meals and everything in between.

Tap into their menu on www.tipsy-terrace.net and you can see all the choices for yourself, from Tipsy’s Ploughman’s and Rise and Shine sandwiches to wraps, jacket potatoes, burgers, crunchy salads, light lunches and much, much more. Tipsy Terrace also has a swimming pool, tennis, mini-golf and lovely gardens. It is easy to find as it is just by the coach and bus stops.

Restaurant Algarrobo, Las Candidas This family run restaurant is situated in the well-known and much visited venue in Las Candidas (La Orotava). The current owners are brothers Toño (front of house) and Cristóbal (head chef).

They have carried on the family tradition of offering top quality products at affordable prices whilst bringing the menu up to date. There is a lively atmosphere here with some really unusual dishes to taste. All the dishes are fresh using vegetables from the market. The cuisine is traditional with a modern slant without being too over elaborate.

They specialise in roast lamb and suckling pig and fish lovers have a huge choice. You will find Restaurant Algarrobo in Las Candidas just off the road between El Monasterio and La Orotava. A great place for parties, communions, business meetings etc.

Tapas ‘n’ Chill, Golf del Sur This very popular tapas restaurant, described by many as “an absolute gem”, is now open from lunch-time as well.

Between noon and 6pm Monday to Saturday, you can opt for three dishes for 12.99 euros or choose from the full menu. The restaurant is then open to close as before (and from 6pm on a Sunday).

Tapas ‘n’ Chill is in the same ownership as Volare cabaret lounge next door so if you haven’t booked or arrive early, you can just pop in here for a pre-dinner drink (and go back afterwards for the entertainment!)

Owner Gary loves being in the kitchen and produces mouthwatering tapas dishes which are different and delicious. He has a great passion for cooking and this is reflected in creations such as “Meatballs in a slightly spicy creamy curry” or “Crostini-toasted bread with tasty toppings”. Don’t miss the house potatoes!

The restaurant receives glowing reviews for its excellent food, friendly service and chill-out atmosphere so being open for lunch now as well is a great bonus.

If you are driving through Golf del Sur, go past the Winter Gardens bowling green on your right, take the next turning right and double back on yourself. Look out for the Apartamentos Aquamarine Golf on the left (opposite Best Buys supermarket) and there is a sloping pathway down to the sea next to it. Walk down here and Tapas & Chill is on the right.

The Bar,, San Blas Square, Golf del Sur Having opened last summer, The Bar in the inner courtyard of San Blas Square is already proving a popular venue.

Now, there are even more reasons to visit. The Bar has introduced a new gastro-menu to tempt your appetite.

You will find The Bar in the right-hand corner of the square and you can sit inside or out. There is a large terrace which has the benefit of full blinds which help tremendously if too cool, too sunny or too windy.

The Bar offers live entertainment every night with some great entertainment from singers and a magician.

You will love the new gastro menu as it offers really good home-made food. The open sandwiches on home-made bread are particularly mouth-watering!

You are, of course, guaranteed a warm welcome at this familyrun favourite where other attractions include a Happy Hour from 4pm to 7pm.

New Opening hours: Mon - Sat: 18:00-24:00 Sundays closed

H NIS SPA ISINE THE BEST CU HOME MADE TAPAS C/Amalia Alayón No 16 EXCELLENT ATMOSPHERE LIVE MUSIC EVERY NIGHT 38650 Los Cristianos, Tenerife Orders Tel: 686 52 04 40 or 658 78 80 23 - pokone@telefonica.net

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Your special fortnightly restaurant review

THESE ARE SOME OF THE DISHES SERVED AT BODEGUITA ALGARROBO:

Bodeguita Algarrobo - glass of wine comes with a ‘tapa’ included Situated in the tourist area of La Paz, in Puerto de la Cruz, Bodeguita Algarrobo has been open for two years, although it comes from Restaurante Algarrobo in Las Candias on the road of La Luz. The restaurant Algarrobo opened its doors in 1983 as a “guachinche” and now with Bodeguita Algarrobo in La Paz.

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HE manager, Cristian is mainly targeting the tourism industry, due to the location and expats who have settled in the island are also welcome. As Cristian insisted in pointing out, thanks to Tenerife News, many new and repeat customers have come to the “Bodeguita” for which Cristian and his team are very thankful.

The dishes are a follow through of the Restaurant Algarrobo, typical Canar y cuisine but with a twist in the presentation and a touch of innovation. A good example of this is the fact that when you order a glass of Canary wine, you receive a complementary fresh ‘Tapa’ of the day. This is a lovely way of inviting you to enjoy a glass of wine before your meal.

The combination of a drink and small tapa is ver y common on the mainland and is possible due to the fact that fresh food needs to be finished in a couple of days. Therefore, applying this drink + tapa helps the kitchen as well; it keeps the food fresh and at the same time gives the customer a treat.

Cristian invited us on a culinary tour of their menu by offering us half portions of their most distinct dishes. After the traditional “pan y mantequilla” (bread and butter) which was warm and fresh and accompanied with some ‘ali oli’, we were served a salad with jamón serrano, goat’s cheese, sunflower seeds and fried onion. Following this, we tasted the tapa of the day (which cae with a glass of Canary wine), potato dressed with a slice of salmon and a vinaigrette.

The speciality of the bodeguita - deep fried squid with ‘mojo rojo’, ‘mojo verde’ and a touch of balsamic vinegar - was delicious, especially the touch of mustard added to the ‘mojo rojo’. We also tasted baby

squid, fried octopus and fried prawns with garlic. All good except though we forgot to ask for some more ‘mojo

rojo’...maybe next time!

Main courses were pork sirloin with a palm tree honey reduction sauce and a lamb stew, both served with sauteed potatoes. Other dishes on offer at Bodeguita Algarrobo are:

croquettes.

The desserts are homemade. We tried biscuit of figs with chocolate sauce and parfait of ‘turrón’ with palm tree honey and crumble of toasted corn.. Other desserts on the

Entrecote with onion and apple, Sole meuniere, Salmorejo rabbit and a wide range of Íbericos and cheeses and

menu include: Whisky cake with a caramel sauce, Custard with palm honey or the classical crema catalán.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

The day menu has a reasonable cost of 10,50 euros, offering a starter (tapa of the day), main course (meat or fish) and dessert; drink included.

Opening hours: Monday to Monday from 11:00 - 23:00.

Located on the Botanico Rd, just in front of the crossing that takes you to Hotel Bótanico and 20m from the nearest bus stop.

As you can appreciate from the above, the bodeguita’s location offers the customer a relaxed atmosphere, focused mainly on tourism and provides a good taste of the Canary cuisine but surprises through the presentation and culinary innovations which the Bodeguita Algarrobo’s team brings to your visit.

By Christian Morales

The team at Bodeguita Algarrobo

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The Pink Parrot, Las Galletas sea-front

Rendezvous Restaurant/Bar and Bistro, Golf del Sur

Restaurante Magnolia, Puerto de la Cruz

A great name, great British cooking and a great location.

What better reasons could there be than to visit The Pink Parrot which is right on the seafront promenade at Las Galletas? This is a beautiful flat location as you are literally a metre away from the ocean with a panoramic view.

The Pink Parrot was taken over by Brenda and Mike a year ago and is a family-run café offering a traditional English menu with daily specials and all home-made dishes. Specialities include cod, chips and mushy peas (delicious!), served only on Fridays, Sunday roast, jacket potatoes and a special combo platter for two people for only 8.50 euros. There is also a gluten free menu and delicious home-made desserts. There is also wifi.

Everyone who goes to Las Galletas falls in love with it and the sea-front promenade is just two minutes away from the banks, shops, post office etc.

So with Pink Parrot in mind, you have extra reason to visit and can just hop on a bus if you don’t drive. It’s a great day out.

The restaurant is closed on a Monday but open 9.15am to 5pm on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, Friday 9.15am to 8pm (last fish and chip orders 7pm), Saturday 9.15am to 4pm and Sunday 9am to 5pm. Brenda and Mike are happy to stay open later for a private party or celebration, just ask.

The Rendezvous in Golf del Sur offers diners a double delight.

By day and in the evening, you can enjoy a full menu with great prices and big portions at the Rendezvous Bar and Bistro, overlooking the bowling green at the Winter Gardens.

In the evening, you might opt for the Rendezvous Restaurant which is just above it and offers an extensive à la carte menu, fine wines and a relaxing night out to enjoy excellent cuisine at a leisurely pace.

“The Rendezvous Restaurant has a lovely ambience and it’s a restaurant where you can sit back and enjoy”.

The Winter Gardens is very easy to find and is on your right just as you drive into the Golf and where you can park.

Just go through the main entrance and down the steps or ramps to find Rendezvous. Booking is advised at the main restaurant because it is extremely popular and it’s testament to its success that diners come back time and time again.

Restaurante Magnolia has come a long way in the last three decades, starting life as a small intimate restaurant with an outdoor terrace to the finished article we see today, with the terrace now covered and well spaced tables inside. The décor is pleasant and comfortable and makes you feel at home right away.

Windows run down both sides of the restaurant allowing the light to beam in, creating a bright atmosphere even on a dull day and there are lovely views.

The kitchen is open plan and creates the most wonderful Catalan and international dishes with an extensive menu of fish, shellfish, lamb, steaks, pastas. The combination of ingredients and flavours is wonderful with exquisite sauces.

This venue is always busy and customers are full of praise for the Restaurante Magnolia as one of the finest places to eat on the island. The quality and service certainly stands out and the cost is very reasonable indeed.

You will find Restaurante Magnolia opposite the Hotel Botánico on the main road, tucked into the side of Apartamentos Molino Blanco.

The Potter Inn, Puerto Colón When out and about in the Puerto Colón area, where on earth do you head for when you want good value food, great drink offers and a friendly family atmosphere?

Can we point you in the direction of The Potter Inn where you will receive a very warm welcome from Mark, Kerry and their team.

You will find all the Stoke City fixtures show here, as well as other matches but is a popular family place for all.

The food is great, with generous portions; the special evening menu, Monday to Friday, 5.30pm to 9pm, with two courses is 5.95 euros and three courses for 7.45 euros. It’s always buzzing for Sunday lunch so best to pre-book if you can. Food is served every day from 10am (noon on Sunday) so why not pop in for breakfast?

Sunday 3pm to 6pm is Ray Wilde’s Sunday Session, Free & Easy and Karaoke.

The best way to Potter Inn is down the steps at the taxi rank at Puerto Colon and then turn left. The frontage looks small but inside is deceptively spacious, with a terrace at the front and at the back overlooking the harbour.

Tasca Casa Paco, Los Cristianos Tasca Casa Paco is a hugely popular restaurant because it offers a real taste of Spain right in the heart of Los Cristianos.

It has become known as the restaurant with the singing chef because owner Paco is always singing and most evenings will take to his guitar and sing Spanish and English songs with great expertise.

There are more than 30 dishes on the menu and a wine list with over 50 choices. Paco is passionate about his food and only uses fresh ingredients. You can watch him as he creates your meal with an artistic flair. He’s like a maestro conducting an orchestra. People often talk about this place for weeks after their visit because it is a unique experience over and above the excellent cuisine. It’s not surprising it is highly rated on TripAdvisor, having recently held the number two spot for Los Cristianos.

It’s easy to find near the cultural centre as you walk into Cristianos town. Find the two petrol stations and it’s on the left of the one in the centre of the road.

Ctra. General del Botánico 38410 Puerto de la Cruz S/C de Tenerife

DAILY LUNCH MENU 10 € + IGIC

CHOICE OF 3 STARTERS, 3 MAIN COURSES, DESSERT & DRINK

Tel. 922 373 513 · Mov. 647 600 784

bodeguitaalgarrobo@gmail.com

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International Canarias Jazz & Mas Festival Finishes: 20th July 22 concerts around: Tenerife, Gran Canaria and Fuerteventura Tenerife venues: Leal Theatre, La Laguna Tenerife Auditorium, Santa Cruz de Tenerife Further information: www.canariasjazz.com Live Jazz Casa del Vino La Baranda, El Sauzal Price: 10 euros - Includes glass of wine and 10% discount in the restaurant

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Time: 20:00 Tenerife Auditorium, Santa Cruz de Tenerife Homo “Jubilatus” (Comedy) Leal Theatre, La Laguna MONDAY 14TH JULY III Jazz and Modern Music Seminar Complete formative summer programme Promusic, La Laguna TUESDAY 15TH JULY

Fimucité 8: International Cinema Music Festival of Tenerife Time: 21:00 Tenerife Auditorium, Santa Cruz de Tenerife

FRIDAY 18TH JULY Los Sabandeños concert Time: 20:30 Lago Martianez, Puerto de la Cruz Aarón Gómez – Dejate de películas (Comedy) Leal Theatre, La Laguna

Big Band de Canarias, Maraca & Ramón Valle Quartet, Ester Rada XXIII Festival Canarias Jazz & Mass - Free concerts Tenerife Auditorium Square, Santa Cruz de Tenerife Al Jarreau – Live Jazz legend Tenerife Auditorium, Santa Cruz de Tenerife WEDNESDAY 16TH JULY Freddy Cole Quartet & The Bad Plus XXIII Festival Canarias Jazz & Mass Two contemporaneous perspectives of Jazz Leal Theatre, La Laguna

Fimucité 8: Closure of the International Cinema Music Festival of Tenerife

Antonilo Lizana, Gabacho Maroconnection, Lucky Peterson XXIII Festival Canarias Jazz & Mass - Free concerts Tenerife Auditorium Square, Santa Cruz de Tenerife

Calles de Fado Festival Güimera Theatre, Santa Cruz de Tenerife

Dialogos in concierto A tribute to Frida Kahlo by Ruben Diaz and Dori Acosta Güimera Theatre, Santa Cruz de Tenerife SATURDAY 12TH JULY

THURSDAY 17TH JULY

Rockstory La Banda Sonora de tu vida.

Time: 21:30h Infanta Leonor Auditorium, Los Cristianos

SATURDAY 19TH JULY Reyes Bartlet: D & D Concert Playing pieces of: S. Rajmanivov, A. Piazzola and P. Orti Time: 21:00 Timanfaya Theatre, Puerto de la Cruz

Joshua Redman The Californian artist of the moment, A luxury quartet Tenerife Auditorium, Santa Cruz de Tenerife

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Saints Petersburg Ballet Güimerá Theatre, La Laguna SATURDAY 26TH JULY Anouska Shankar – Traces of you Spirituality indian music sitar sound Time: 21:30 Magma Arte y Congresos, Las Américas Nombres Propios Musical homenage to members of the culture Time: 20:30 Infanta Leonor Auditorium, Los Cristianos Great Latin Night Great Latin party Alisios Square, Santa Cruz de Tenerife SUNDAY 20TH JULY Reyes Bartlet: Matinee Concerts Rafael Balmaseda (piano) Time: 12:00 Timanfaya Theatre, Puerto de la Cruz TUESDAY 22ND JULY

Casting for the New Talents Festival San Isidro Cultural Centre, Granadilla SUNDAY 27TH JULY Aires de Libertad by Luilli González (Flamenco Dance Group) Leal Theatre, La Laguna TUESDAY 29TH JULY Rockstory La Banda Sonora de tu vida.

Time: 21:30h Infanta Leonor Auditorium, Los Cristianos THURSDAY 31ST JULY Authors word by Alberto de Paz Saints Petersburg Ballet Güimerá Theatre, La Laguna FRIDAY 8TH AUGUST VIII New Talents Festival Inscriptions, casting and festival El Médano beach, Granadilla Back to the 80’s – LA UNION – LOS SALVAPANTALLAS Magma Arte y Congresos, Las Américas

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SATURDAY 9TH AUGUST David Bisbal Concert Tu y yo en Concierto

SATURDAY 16TH AUGUST Arona Summer Festival Arona FRIDAY 12TH SEPTEMBER LALAcore METAL contest Three will be finalists Aguere Espacio Cultural, La Laguna SATURDAY 13TH SEPTEMBER LALAcore Final contest And the winners are…

El Cristo square, La Laguna

GRAN CANARIA AL JARREAU XXIII Festival Internacional Canarias Jazz&Más Heineken Wednesday 16th July, 21:00 h Alfredo Kraus Auditorium, Gran Canaria PASTORA SOLER Sunday 27th July at 21:00h Alfredo Kraus Auditorium, Gran Canaria PINK MARTINI Monday 28th July, 21:00h Alfredo Kraus Auditorium, Gran Canaria

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Bites? It could be bed bugs!

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EDBUGS (Cimex lectularius) are small bloodsucking insects that can live in cracks and crevices in and around your bed.

Attracted by your body heat and carbon dioxide, they crawl out at night to bite your exposed skin and feed on your blood, just as mosquitoes do.

Not everyone develops a skin reaction to bedbug bites but some people will develop itchy red bumps one to nine days later, usually on the face, neck, hand or arm. These are often mistaken for mosquito bites but while mosquito bites tend to be random in pattern, bedbug bites more often occur in straight lines.

The media has recently reported a huge increase in the number of bedbug infestations around the world, particularly in America. It is likely that tourists and an increasing resistance to insecticides are the main reasons for this.

Bedbugs are not dangerous. They do not transmit any human diseases and most people do not develop any serious skin reaction. However, their presence can be upsetting and stressful and you should take action straight away.

Adult bedbugs look a bit like lentils and are visible to the naked eye. They are oval-shaped, flat and reddish-brown and up to 5mm long.

Females lay 200-500 eggs over a two-month period. These white specks stick to surfaces and are very difficult to spot.

They hatch to form tiny straw-coloured insects that take about six to eight weeks to grow into adults. As they grow, they shed their skin. This looks like mottled brown shells on your mattress.

Bedbugs need to feed on blood to be able to mature but they are very resilient. Adults can survive for up to a year without feeding.

They are not attracted to dirt, so a bedbug infestation is not a sign of an unclean home.

WHERE TO FIND THEM Because their bodies are flat, bedbugs can squeeze into the smallest crevice or crack, such as a mattress seam or the joints of a bed frame. This can make them very difficult to spot.

They tend to prefer fabric or wood over plastic and metal, and often hide near to where you sleep, for example under the mattress or along the headboard.

However, they are willing to travel several feet if necessary to reach you, so they can also be found away from the bed in other furniture, along the edges of carpets and even behind mirrors or inside smoke alarms. In fact, they can be found in almost any place in the bedroom where they will not be disturbed.

HOW BEDBUGS SPREAD Once introduced into your home, bedbugs can spread easily from room to room. They do not fly or jump, but can crawl quickly.

They can soon spread within a building by getting through holes in walls or pipes, and can potentially invade blocks of flats, hotels or hospitals. The bugs can also be transported in luggage, clothing, furniture and bedding from one building to the next.

This makes is easy for tourists and commuters to unknowingly spread bedbugs.

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Pins and needles: temporary or prolonged?

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INS and needles is a pricking, burning, tingling or numbing sensation that is most commonly felt in the arms, legs, hands or feet.

It does not usually cause any pain but it can cause numbness or itching. Pins and needles is often temporar y but it can sometimes be long-lasting (chronic). The medical name for pins and needles is paraesthesia.

Temporary pins and needles Most people have temporary pins and needles from time to time. It happens when pressure is applied to a part of the body, which cuts off the blood supply to the nerves in that area. This prevents the nerves from sending important signals to the brain.

Putting weight on a body part (for example, by kneeling) or wearing tight shoes or socks can potentially cause pins and needles.

Temporar y pins and needles can be eased by

simply taking the pressure off the affected area. This will allow your blood supply to return, relieving the numbness or tingling sensation.

A common condition known as Raynaud’s disease can also cause temporary pins and needles. Raynaud’s disease affects the blood supply to certain areas of the body, such as the fingers and toes, and is usually triggered by cold temperatures, anxiety or stress.

Other common reasons for temporar y pins and needles include dehydration and hyperventilating (breathing too quickly).

Long-lasting pins and needles Sometimes, pins and needles can occur over a long period of time. It can be a sign of a wide range of health conditions, including diabetes, a condition in

which there is too much glucose in the blood.

Persistent pins and needles can also occur after an injury, or can be caused by certain treatments such as chemotherapy (a powerful medication used to treat cancer).

Treatment for chronic pins and needles will depend on the cause. For example, if it is caused by diabetes, treatment will focus on controlling your blood glucose levels. This may involve having regular insulin injections and ensuring that you eat a healthy balanced diet.

When to see your GP Most cases of pins and needles are temporary and the sensation disappears after the pressure is taken off the affected area.

See your GP if you constantly have pins and needles or if it keeps coming back. It may be a sign of a more serious underlying health condition.

For example, prolonged pins and needles may be

caused by the conditions mentioned above, or:  A compressed ulnar nerve – the ulnar nerve starts in your neck and runs down the inside of your upper arm to your elbow.  Carpal tunnel syndrome – pain, numbness and a burning or tingling sensation in the hand caused by a build-up of pressure in the small tunnel that runs from the wrist to the lower palm (the carpal tunnel).  Sciatica – pain caused by irritation or compression of the sciatic nerve, which runs from the back of your pelvis, through your buttocks and down both legs to your feet.

Long-lasting pins and needles may also be caused by:  A condition that damages the nervous system, such as a stroke, multiple sclerosis, or a brain tumour.  Exposure to toxic substances, such as lead or radiation.  Certain types of medication, such as HIV medication, medication to prevent seizures (anticonvulsants), or some antibiotics.  Malnutrition – where the body lacks important nutrients because of a poor diet.  A vitamin B12 deficiency.  Nerve damage caused by infection, injury or overuse – for example, a condition known as handarm vibration syndrome may be the result of regularly using vibrating tools.  Alcohol misuse.  Cervical spondylosis – the bones and tissues of the spine can wear down over time, leading to trapped nerves and occasionally pins and needles.

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The various kinds of contact lenses THE HARD, SEMI-HARD or GAS PERMEABLE CONTACT LENSES These contact lenses have the advantage of correcting high degree astigmatism and corneal irregularities. They are easy to put on the eye.

However, they are uncomfortable during the first three weeks of wear. Taking them off may be also difficult during the learning period.

THE SOF T CONTACT LENSES One needs only some days to get used to put this kind of contact lenses on. They are comfortable and easy to take off.

The toric soft contact lenses correct mild to moderate astigmatism at the cost of a mild discomfort and instability of vision.

Multifocal contact lenses can be prescribed to non-visuallyexigent presbyopic patients.

LIFETIME OF CONTACT LENSES Depending on their material, contact lenses should be discarded every day, 1 week, 2 weeks, 1 month, 3 months, 6 months, 1 year or 2 years.

From the medical point of view, the shortest use is the best. A

short use avoids the complications due to the deposits that cover the lenses after some weeks of wear.

awakening up until bedtime.

Contact lenses made of one- day-disposable or day-and-nightwear materials do not need any chemical care.

All the other kinds of material need to be cleaned, daily, with an antiseptic product and, monthly (unless they are monthlydisposable), by a proteolytic product.

Given that these products are, after an undetermined time, a frequent source of irritation or intolerance, the daily-disposable contact lenses or the night-and-day-wear (weekly-, 2-weekly-, monthly-disposable) contact lenses are preferred.

Although they have the advantages of avoiding the, potentially irritant, chemical cleaning products and decreasing the risk of infection (because the eye is touched only 8 times per month, instead of 60 times as it is the case of the monthly disposable daily cleaned lenses), the night-and-day-wear contact lenses are reserved to patients that are highly hygienic in their manipulations and very disciplined in respecting the duration of use of these lenses.

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ARTEDENTAL JOINS CAMPAIGN

Share a healthy smile with your baby O “

RAL health and pregnancy” is the slogan of a new campaign being promoted by the Spanish Dental Foundation and the Dental Council which is being joined by the Puerto de la Cruz clinic Artedental.

This social campaign is aimed at informing and providing free screening for pregnant women in dental clinics which are part of the campaign, such as Artedental.

In addition to providing a diagnosis in situ, the campaign aims to reach as many women as possible. To do this, information is being distributed to pharmacies and through the collaboration of midwives in maternity centres and SCS child health clinics where brochures

will also be available.

The initiative is designed to raise awareness about dental health and hygiene during pregnancy in order to prevent oral diseases which could occur.

Through the campaigns website of www.saludoralyembarazo.es, you can request information and even download a basic guide for maintaining a healthy mouth for both the mother and the baby in its future years. You

are also ver y welcome to receive this information in the clinic.

Everyone knows that during pregnancy, the expectant mother does have a variety of specific cravings and this campaign is designed to point them in the right direction of healthy cravings to maintain that healthy smile.

Artedental is a pioneer in advanced dental techniques and an undisputed leader in the field of corporate social responsibility across the island and ver y much wanted to support this venture. They know that “prevention is better than cure” on numerous occasions

and are promoting the campaign through the social network sites and word-toword in the clinic so as to gradually increase awareness and more attention to your mouth and teeth during pregnancy.

Artedental believes that ignorance is often our biggest problem but it only takes compliance with a few simple tips to avoid problems with oral health which might otherwise happen when a woman is expecting a baby.

Advice during pregnancy 1 Visit your dentist at least

once each quarter for teeth cleaning. During pregnancy, inflammation and bleeding of gums can be exaggerated by a small amount of tartar (usually during the second quarter).

2 Brush your teeth at least twice a day and rinse with a suitable mouthwash.

3 Consume healthy foods, avoiding sweets. Do not smoke and do not drink alcohol.

Advice in reference to your baby 1 To prevent passing on infections to your baby, parents should look after their oral

health and use antiseptic therapies which contain fluoride.

2 Clean your baby’s milk teeth after meals, using gauze or a pediatric brush.

3 When the baby is a year old, make sure your pediatrician has carried out dental checks because it might be possible to recommend your first visit to the dentist.

So, if you are pregnant or know someone who is, the doors of Artedental are open for your free review for the duration of this social campaign which started on June 1st and continues to July 31st inclusive.

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Suarez: not an example to follow Dear Editor;

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Dear Editor “Could you or an informed reader please advise where one may find out if a complex is “Residential” or not.

Over a several year period the complex had only been occupied by owners, their family and legal long term contractual tenants.

Now over the past 2 years there has been an explosion of short term (12 weeks) letting to holiday makers, many of which are not personally known by the owner due to internet letting.

The result is an explosion of excess rowdyism, noise, complex rule breaking, and general annoyance to other residents.

There are more controls in official holiday complexes as they employ a daytime lifeguard-controller and night time security patrols.”

Dear Editor, I am trying to find after many years, a member of the Hamilton Family of Tenerife.

The family owned hotels, had streets named after them, also owned shipping line and had something to do with the Tourist Office.

In particular a Michael Hamilton, my late husband and I knew him very well, during 1960-70’s up until we left Europe in 1971 back to UK and then lost contact when emigrating to Australia.

I would appreciate any help in making contact with him again. My late husbands name was John Davis, also known as ”lofty”. He new many of our friends, Ian, Dick, Les,Stuart, Vladick the list goes on.

Any possible help would be very much appreciated.

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Regards Christine

When Luis Suaraz appeared to bite Italian defender Giogio Chielline in the World Cup match between Uruguay and Italy, the image was beamed live around the world via one of the dozen or some cameras in the stadium. Yes it was shocking but should we have been surprised? After all he had done it before. But Suaraz isn’t a petulant child lashing out, he is a 27 year old grown man.

As a professional footballer, he earns millions and should be a role model to the many young people who admire his world class skills. The immediate response on the internet was a plethora of cartoon images portraying him as anything from Hanibal Lecter to Dracula but in truth this is no laughing matter and a “mature adult” should not have the urge to bite someone.

FIFA responded as “normal people” would have expected. Suarez was suspended from any football-related activity for four months and fined £66,000. The fine is insignificant to someone earning such massive amounts to play football but FIFA’s comments are significant; “Such behaviour cannot be tolerated on any football pitch and in particular not at a World Cup when the eyes of millions are on the field. The disciplinary committee took into account all the factors and the degree of Mr. Suarez’s guilt in accordance with the provisions of the Code. The decision comes into force as soon as it is communicated”.

As we all now know the FIFA spokesman went on to suggest that Suarez seeks help. The response from the majority felt the ban was justified although it was a little surprising at the extra reaction from the Uruguay officials. The coach Oscar Tabarez in a dramatic address to the press in which he took no questions from the media explained why he felt the punishment inflicted on Suarez was an injustice not only on him but the whole Uruguay nation. He claimed that the punishment was excessive and pointed an accusing finger at the British media for highlighting the story. “I don’t know what nationality they were but they all spoke English”. He went on to explain his “scapegoat theory” before announcing his resignation from FIFA’s Technical Study Group. He finished his monologue and left the room to loud applause from Uruguayan journlists an ovation not joined by any of the English press.

Justifying Suarez’s behaviour by switching the focus from the victim to the attacker and blaming others is classic “parental denial”. Oscar Tabarez should be charged also with bringing the game in to disrepute.

But what causes Suarez to bite someone, not once, but three times in his career? Having worked for almost 30 years with some of the most disturbed people in our society I have my own thoughts which differ greatly with the clinical psychologist from Liverpool University reported in the Liverpool Echo. After all like Uruguay, Liverpool have a vested interest in the player.

The psychologist says it would be wrong to assume that he has a desire to go around biting people in everyday life or that its an obsession or fetish. The pressure in the game may have been a factor when he is full or adrenalin and focused on winning. He goes on, “Of course biting is very unusual but we are all capable of doing stupid things when under pressure and we are not thinking straight”. But this biting has now been repeated THREE times and why is this?

The Professor from Liverpool University says “Tennis players throw rackets, some footballers kick people and away from sports they get drunk and upset and lash out at someone or something. Likewise, when Suarez gets frustrated on the pitch, he reacts in the way he has done before”.

He goes on to explain that when Suarez is under pressure, pumped up he doesn’t have any brain power left to control his behaviour and his brain switches off temporarily. He then goes on to alike the stress on a football pitch to soldiers on the front line. At this point I was left speechless. How on earth can you relate the stress on a football pitch to fighting in a war when your enemy is out to kill you. I think the psychologist might also be a suitable case for treatment.

But in fairness after the explanation why Suarez does what he does the psychologist admits he needs to work with a therapist to think before he acts. I didn’t really need someone in a professional capacity on thousands a week to tell me that.

It is quite clear that biting anyone, in most situations except self defence perhaps, is totally wrong. Had he been a dog and bite someone, he might have been put down on the first occasion, not the third! But Luis Suarez for all his faults is not a dog.

He is a human being, a disturbed one at that and a suitable case for treatment. Bans and fines have not worked and his behaviour goes beyond “anger management”.

Whilst he has time to reflect on his behaviour those around him are not helping by “justifying or explaining” his bizarre behaviour.

John Riddle, Los Cristianos

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Has anyone had any time to read or watch DVDs lately ? I love sport, but I am suffering from a surfeit of football and tennis ! Perhaps we can have some respite now that we have lost Andy Murray and England ( and Spain) - I hope so, as we now have Richard and Judy’s summer selection of books available, and some great new DVDs for your enjoyment, viz DVD (DL 260) ‘The Wolf Of Wall Street’ starring Leonardo DiCaprio; DVD (DS260) ‘The Widower’ - recently shown on BBC television - a true story about a man who kills (or tries to) his wives; DVD (DS261) ‘The Following’ - an addictive series about a serial killer; For any cricket fans we have four DVDs available -the History Of Cricket - 100 years of the greatest moments (DN148) , ‘The Greatest Ever X1 (DN149); ‘Six Of The Best’(DN150) and ‘Ashes and Clashes’ (DN1519 - all of them self explanatory !

Now for the books Mad About You by Sinead Moriarty

LEISURE YOUR HOROSCOPE WWW.ASTROLOGY-ONLINE.COM ARIES (Mar. 21- April 20) Your contributions will be valued and helpful. New friendships will develop through group events. Try to understand their point of view.

TAURUS (Apr. 21- may 21) Make any necessary changes to your insurance policy. You may find yourself changing plans for some form of entertainment. Romance will develop through work.

GEMINI (May 22-June 21) Your concern with older family members and those less fortunate than yourself will only add to your attractiveness. Take time to relax. Stress and pressure at home may have worn you ragged. Do something special for them.

CANCER (June 22-July 22) You need a change and you need to earn more cash. Deal with the needs of children. You will be in the mood to socialize.

LEO (July 23-Aug 22) Your best efforts will come through investments concerning your home. Watch your weight gain due to water retention. The existing problems must be dealt with one way or another.

Emma, James and the kids have just arrived in London. It’s a big move, and Emma is uncertain if it was the right choice. But with a new job, a new nanny and new neighbours to get used to, she hasn’t time to worry. Yet, as James’s hours grow longer and longer, and the time they spend together ever briefer, she wonders why they moved at all. Then the texts arrive, flirtatious ones to him and demeaning, dismissive ones to her.

And Emma discovers that she has a rival. One who James swears does not exist - yet who begins to tear her marriage apart.

Emma wants to save her family from this unknown stranger. But how can she when the stranger seems to know her life and fears better than she does herself ?

(Although this is a ‘chick-lit’ and not my usual preference, I did read and enjoy this one AJ)

Eeny Meeny by M.J.Arlidge The girl emerged from the

woods, barely alive. Her story was beyond belief. But it was true.

Every dreadful word of it.

Days later, another desperate escapee is found - and a pattern is emerging. Pairs of victims are being abducted, imprisoned then faced with a terrible choice: kill or be killed.

Would you rather lose your life or your mind ?

Detective Inspector Helen Grace has faced down her own demons on her rise to the top.

As she leads the investigation to hunt down this unseen monster, she learns that it may be the survivors who hold the key to the case.

And unless she succeeds, more innocents will die....

An Officer And A Spy

by Robert Harris

Opportunities for romance may develop through dealing with groups that have a purpose. Don’t let your anger consume you and don’t allow important matters go unattended to. You have done all you can to sort things out a personal level.

LIBRA (Sept. 24 -Oct. 23) Be cautious and use your head wisely in situations that deal with the use of machinery or vehicles. Try not to get backed into corners. You will have the ability to capture the interest of others.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24 - Nov. 22) Try not to allow your partner to lead you astray or upset your routine. Don’t be angry, but be on your guard. You will enjoy socializing and unusual forms of entertainment.

Dear Thing by Julie Cohen After years of watching her best friends Ben and Claire try for a baby, Romily has offered to give them the one thing they most want.

But Romily wasn’t prepared for the overwhelmimg feelings that have taken hold of her and which threaten to ruin her friendship with Ben and Claire - and even destroy their marriage.

Now there are three friends, two mothers and only one baby, and an impossible decision to make ....

VIRGO (Aug. 23 -Sept. 23)

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23 -Dec. 21)

Paris 1895: an army officer, Georges Picquart, watches a convicted spy, Alfred Dreyfus, being publicly humiliated in front of a baying crowd.

Dreyfus is exiled for life to devil’s Island; Picquart is promoted to run the intelligence unit that tracked him down.

But when Picquart discovers that secrets are still being handed over to the Germans, he is drawn into a dangerous labyrinth of deceit and corruption that threatens not just his honour but his life...

You can get support from groups that you belong to if you’re willing to step out on a limb and voice your opinions. Secret affairs will only lead to heartache. You can expect to have problems with your mate if you’ve been spending too much time away from home.

CAPRICORN (Dec 22.- Jan. 20) Use your energy wisely. Look into alternatives that would better suit both your needs. Travel will result in new romantic attractions.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 21 -Feb. 19) Someone you live with could be frustrated and upset. Plan to visit friends or relatives. Don’t allow personal problems to conflict with professional duties.

PISCES (Feb. 20-Mar. 20) You will be ready to jump on anyone who gets in the way of your progress today. You can make professional changes and direct your energy into making all the right moves. Go after your goals.

You will be overly sensitive when dealing with your personal life.

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Fun factor still in grown-up MINI

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CHANGED the driving mode to sport in my test car and up flashed ‘maximum go-kart feel’ on the large circular display.

Fortunately for MINI, I didn’t drive in the same fashion as I have on go-kart tracks as I tend to get into a lot of spins, collide with other drivers and also hit protective barriers quite a bit.

I drove my MINI Cooper S far more sensibly but did manage to have plenty of fun with it as well.

The MINI continues to evolve with the latest hatch models arriving on UK roads just a couple of months ago It’s got slightly larger – 98mm longer, 44mm wider and 7mm taller – but is still the smallest car in its segment.

This brings a little more interior room but adults could only be squeezed into the rear seats for short journeys as there isn’t a lot of legroom back there.

MINI buyers won’t be expecting a lot of boot capacity but this has been increased by 51 litres to 211 litres.

The new model’s looks haven’t changed too much but there have been significant improvements in technology that bring better engine efficiency and power delivery, driving dynamics and quality.

It is a more refined MINI but retails its fun-drive factor thanks to the super grip and road holding it possesses – and sparkling engine.

There is a new range of 1.5litre three-cylinder power units available but I was driving a MINI Cooper S with a 192bhp 2litre turbo petrol engine under the bonnet.

Capable of reaching 62mph in 6.8 seconds and offering a top speed of 133mph, this provided plenty of power.

I discovered that this MINI is as agile as ever with great cornering ability as I spun

Fuel efficiency is also good – 49.6mpg combined, 61.4mpg extra urban and 37.2mpg urban.

The interior is typical MINI and changes include switches for electric windows being moved to a much better door position than the previous between front seats placing.

There’s a new instrument cluster on the steering column with speed, revs and fuel level displayed on vertically arranged circular dials.

The big central display shows vehicle functions, infotainment, navigation and other features, depending on the optional equipment chosen.

Keyless-go is now standard across the range and the start/ stop toggle switch in the middle of the centre console features a heartbeat illumination that pulses before the engine is started. The increased standard specification includes electrically adjustable

Tráfico by appointment only

From the 25th of June 2014 Tráfico will only be dealing with their paperwork by prior appointment. With the system being started here and in the Balearics that means that all 66 Tráfico offices now only deal with people by appointment, something that has not been happening in these offices before but has been tried and tested in Madrid and Barcelona in the mainland. This will even affect La Gomera and El Hierro who do not have Tráfico Offices.

Appointments can be made via www.dgt.es, the Tráfico website or via telephone on 060. If the appointment is made online then you have the option to choose the date and time up to fifteen days in advance. The system has been working well in other Tráfico offices and is proven to save time and stop the offices getting very busy at certain hot spot times. It also helps the staff know what the required procedure is for each individual.

The online appointment system is easy to use and is more suitable than the telephone system as you cannot choose a time or date over the phone; this first available appointment is given. To access the appointment system you will need to go to Tráfico’s website www.dgt.es and click on the icon that says CITA PREVIA (appointment), the icon also shows a computer and a telephone. From there you will need to choose the option SOLICTIAR CITA PREVIA EN JEFATURAS (request appointment in the office) at the bottom of the page. The next step is to choose the correct office, which is Santa Cruz de Tenerife. After that you will have to choose what area you wish to make the appointment with either fines or other.

The “other” option covers driver’s licences and car paperwork. Once you have selected the area you will need to fill in your personal details and the choose the date and time you wish to go, appointments can be made up to 15 days in advance. Once the appointment has been reserved you will then be given the option to either save or print a confirmation.

round some winding roads, moving up and down a slick six-speed manual gearbox.

Suspension improvements add to the driving pleasure, and ride comfort for such a small car was excellent, even on some potholed roads.

A driving modes selector makes its debut in the range offering a choice of sport, mid or green suspension settings.

Interior noise has been dampened so it does sit pretty quietly at motorway speeds and it’s also an ideal car for driving around town.

Parking a MINI shouldn’t be too much of a problem for most drivers so I thought the £590 park assistant pack option on the test car was totally unnecessary.

exterior mirrors, air-conditioning,door sill coverstrips with a model-specific inscription, front fog lamps, onboard computer, radio including aux-in, USB interface and Bluetooth.

Options also include MINI Connected which allows you to use social networks, including Facebook and Twitter as well as receiving RSS news feeds andother entertainment The latest MINI range starts at £13,750 with the Cooper S priced at £18,650.

There are lots of options available to personalise your model with the test car having a whopping £8,915 worth of these.

The new top-quality arrival has lots of appealing features – and is certain to be just as popular with MINI lovers.

You can also modify or cancel any appointments online but only two appointments can be made in any one day for any individual or representative.

Registered professional businesses remain unaffected by the changes in law.

On your appointment day you will still need to go via information to collect a number to pay your fee’s and then be send to the correct counter for your appointment, you cannot just go to the counters.

The introduction of the appointment system does not change the processes or documentation that it is required for each individual process. The main change is that it should make a trip to Tráfico quicker providing you take the correct paperwork otherwise an alternative appointment for another day will have to be made unlike up till now where you could collect what you were missing and just pop back in and complete the paperwork in the same day, this could mean several trips.

The press release information is also available on Tráfico’s website but is limited to what I have already pointed out. If you have any questions just give me a ring on 922783828 or send me an email to emma@motorworldtenerife.com .

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BASKETBALL TRIBUTE

Massive security operation for Tenerife Bluetrail Players salute a legendary coach

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ASKETBALL players in Arona have paid tribute to a legendary coach who helped make the sport what it is today in the municipality.

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There were touching moments when the widow and friends of Carlos Brito Tarife gathered in the Los Cristianos sports centre.

The foundations of the sport were laid with the creation of the club Ten Sur and A.D. Valle San Lorenzo which eventually came together to create Arona Basket Sur. One of the main protagonists was Carlos Brito who was trainer and first team representative in the former National Premier League

massive security operation has been planned to make sure the Tenerife Bluetrail 2014 goes off without a hitch.

The mountain race takes places on October 18th and there is still a ten per cent discount for runners who register before July 20th.

Therefore, participation in the Ultra mode will be 90 euros and 54 euros for the Trail. To take part in the Media Trail will cost 27 euros whilst it is 18 euros for the Adapted event.

Registrations can be completed on the official website of www.tenerifebluetrail.com.

Tenerife Cabildo has brought together a team of around 500 people from diffe-

rent organisations and all parts of the island.

Through a succession of liaison meetings, plans have been drawn up for the greatest of safety and security, as well as testing of the route, not least the new novelty of the ascent of Teide via Pico Viejo.

There will be comprehensive monitoring of all competitors, including through chip control, together with numerous checkpoints, refreshment points and security officials. A group of runners will also follow the

competitors to make sure nothing untoward has happened and that swift action can be taken in the event of any emergency situation.

The traffic police will be responsible for road closures and monitoring and the Red Cross will put in place a large operation with expert staff and specialist vehicles.

The Bluetrail is described as an unforgettable experience, despite its arduous nature.

The distances of the four tests are as follows: the 94km Ultatrail, the 59.7km Trail, the 24k Mediatrail and the adapted trail over four kilometres which involves

hand-bikes.

This means they are challenges for all ages and abilities, including those with disabilities, all centred on Puerto de la Cruz for the finishing line and conversing the beautiful island landscape and the tough terrain of Mount Teide. The Ultratrail is one of the few mountain trail races in Spain or Europe to reach an altitude of 3,000 metres. This test leaves Los Cristianos whilst the Trail departs from Vilaflor and the Media from Realejos.

The information website is available in English and contains a wealth of information about the event.

(laterACB) who died a few years ago.

Players from both teams of that era helped to pay tribute to his work and gathered around his photo to hear anecdotes about his life. His father also added a few words before a flag was raised and a prolonged round of applause.

Finally, players from Ten Sur and Valle San Lorenzo took part in a match when it was observed that many still made the grade today!

EURO EVENT

Apnea athletes head for Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz is to host the European Apnea Championships in October.

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OP swimmers from all parts of the world will descend on the city from October 13th to 19th. Already, more than 100 enrolments have been confirmed from countries such as France, Austria, Serbia, Croatia, Italy, Turkey and Russia amongst others.

Sports councillor, Zรณsimo Darias recently met with Xavier Durรกn, vice-president of the World Confederation for Sub-aqua Activities to discuss arrangements. Sr.Durรกn is also president of the Spanish Federation of Underwater Activities.

He described the various facilities as ideal, including the pool at Acidalio Lorenzo because of its Olympic width and capability of hosting spectators and training facilities. The venue has already staged previous European and Spanish tournaments.

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NORTH TEAMS

Countdown to Fun Golf opening of new at Los Palos sports centre

Padel contest grows in popularity

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padel tennis tournament brought out the best in teams from the north of Tenerife.

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UN Golf ’s next competition is on July 13th and all are very welcome.

Mayor, Jaime González Cejas

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HE new multi-million euro sports centre and swimming pool in the centre of Granadilla is expected to be fully operational by Septem-

ber.

“Los Hinojeros” will be inaugurated in July, with open days on the 29th and 30th, and will offer a wide range of facilities and services for all ages and abilities.

The Mayor, Jaime González Cejas said it would fulfil a pressing need for this part of the municipality . He thanked Tenerife Cabildo and Aqualia for their collaboration and said Los Hinojeros would help decongest the sports facilities and pool at La Jurada in San Isidro which opened last year.

The new sports centre will have 2,000 square metres of space, with all the latest modern equipment and is based on environmental sustainability with highly qualified staff. The 25m pool is heated and there will be more than 40 weekly activities including spinning, zumba and pilates.

Adults and children will be able to enjoy swimming classes, fitness and water activities and there will be a unique programme for pensioners.

Registration is free and those who enrol early will receive a welcome pack; there will also be discounts available.

The two opening days will take place between 9am and noon and 6pm to 8.30pm on the Friday and 10am to 1pm and 5pm to 8pm on the Saturday so visitors can see the facilities.

The three Club Challenge Individual Competition and the Severiano Ballesteros Memorial Shield was held at Los Palos on June 15th.

The winners were: Ist Rob Lenard who took both trophies.

2nd Duncan Wallace. 3rd John Morrison. N/P ladies, Julia Fleming. N/P gents, John Morrison.

Anyone who would like to join is invited to call Clive on 922797640.

The second “Torneo Interclub Social del Norte de Tenerife” involved the clubs La Villa, El Mayorazgo, Indoor Icod, San Marcos Icod, Oceánico and Liceo de Taoro.

Play took place in the Liceo de Taoro in La Orotava and there was a great atmosphere which combined camaraderie with health rivalry.

The final saw a tight match

in which Liceo de Taoro triumphed over Club Náutico San Marcos de Icod.

In the battle for the third and fourth places respectively, Indoor Icod defeated the team from La Villa.

Everyone involved in the tournament praised the good spirit shown. This is an event which grows in popularity each year and attracts increasingly good players.

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TEGUESTE SUCCESSES

EGUESTE has paid tribute to its Club Olímpico after athletes notched up an outstanding season.

The team closed the 20132014 season with eight gold medals, 17 silver and 25 bronze.

These were achieved in a selection of disciplines, including high jump, long jump, shot, javelin and sprint, among others, both in individual and team cate-

gories.

Competitions were held locally, in other parts of Tenerife and the mainland.

Tributes were led by the Mayor, José Manuel Molina and councillor for sport, Heliodoro Hernández Herrera who congratulated the athletes on their success.

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COUNCIL RECEPTION

SPANISH FIFTH

Praise for Arona athletes Arm wrestler flies the flag for Canaries

Athletes from Arona continue to shine and have been praised for their efforts by the local council.

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CTING Mayor, Antonio Luis Sosa Carballo and sports councillor, Mónica Sierra Fumero recently hosted a reception for some special achievers.

Alejandro Huerta and Oscar Jiménez have just returned from the mainland after winning the Spanish Beach Volleyball Championships in the cadete category. They were accompanied by team member, Sebastian Padilla from La Gomera and trainer Sixto Jiménez.

The team won the title of Champions of Spain after defeating representatives from the Balearic Islands.

Also at the reception was veteran athlete Benedicta Vera who became 5,000 metre champion of Spain in the category for over 65 years in a tournament in Huelva.Here, Arona also scored another success when Emilio Lentini Peraza became runner up in the 1,500 metres for the over 60s.

VARIOUS DISTANCES

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sportsman from Granadilla has notched up a first for the Canary Islands.

Arm wrestler José Miranda Yanes was the sole representative of the archipelago in the Spanish Championships.

The tournament was held in Ciudad Real and he represented the Canaries in the 75 kg category, coming fifth out of 21 competitors.

José is a member of the only arm wrestling club in the islands, called Asociación Juvenil Teide de Lucha de Brazos. It was established in 1994.

José has practised the sport for 15 years and has thanked Granadilla´s sports department for supporting this minority discipline. He says that it is necessary to master the technique of arm wrestling as opposed to using the most force.

The council has praised José for the way he has represented the municipality and has pledged its continued support and encouragement.

New fun run seeks competitors

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L Rosario will host a new Fun Run on August 2nd.

The sporting event - I Carrera Popular Nuestra Señora de La Esperanza - is one of the attractions of the festivities in honour of Nuestra Señora de La Esperanza from July 15th to August 30th.

The race will have categories for adult male, adult female, children (under 12 years of age) and disabled competitors. The route of up to seven kilometres will be through the town of La Esperanza.

The start and the finish will be in the vicinity of the plaza del Ayuntamiento.

The programme starts at 9.30pm with the disabled category who can challenge themselves to a 1.5 kilometre route. The adult class begins at 10am with a four kilometre course, followed at 10.10am with the children´s race over 600 metres.

At the end of the test, the first three home in each category wll be presented with prizes.

Those interested can register between July 2nd and August 1st by calling the fiesta department on 922 01 01 60 Ext. 1004/1008. The maximum number of adult runners is 125.

The route is through the centre of La Esperanza, through calle El Calvario, then the area around the football camp of Maximino Bacallado and calle La Sardinera.

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