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Five-star luxury hotel for La Caleta P

LANS for a new 30 million euro fivestar luxury hotel at La Caleta will create 300 jobs and help to kickstart the depressed construction industry.

The major scheme was unveiled as the first symbolic stone was laid for the development midway between the popular beach of La Enramada and La Caleta.

It is being pioneered by the company Flanders 10 Invest as the proprietors and Barceló Hotels & Resorts as operators and has been hailed as great news for Tenerife.

“Adeje is one of the top destinations in the world, is attractive and generates activity and wealth and therefore jobs,” said the Mayor, José Miguel Rodríguez Fraga. “Betting on projects like this can only help, undoubtedly, to improve the lives of people who live here and the tourists who visit us.”

Guests attending the ceremony at Avenida Virgen de Guadalup included Canary president, Paulino Rivero and president of Tenerife Cabildo, Carlos Alonso.

The five-star hotel will be known as Barceló Corales

Suites Resort and will be constructed on a plot of 33,000 square metres. There will be

two buildings, one of them for adults only with 121 junior sites and the other featuring

Horns honk at TF-5 traffic chaos

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OME relief may be in store for fed-up motorists using the gridlocked TF-5 in the north of Tenerife.

At peak hours, journeys are taking up to three times as long for those heading towards the municipal areas and protestors have been pressing for action.

On Monday, hundreds of motorists joined in a 7am “honking of horns” to draw attention to their plight.

The problem has been around for at least ten years and started to get better as a result of some improvements but is now worse again, almost certainly because of the general increase in cars on the road.

Tenerife Cabildo says it is working on a number of measures, including re-arrangement of links to the motorway and the launch of special lanes for buses and vehicles with high occupancy.

The starting time of schools, institutes and the University of La Laguna may even be delayed for half an hour to reduce traffic flow though this has yet to be discussed and has already received a cold response.

more than 114 family apartments.

Facilities will include three communal swimming pools, 51 private pools, four restaurants and three bars. The opening is scheduled for 2017.

Willy Deceunick, representaive of Flanders 10, spoke of the excellence of the new hotel and the privileged enclave where it would be built. He stressed it would adhere to all legal and environmental regulations in keeping with an area of top quality.

Simón Pedro Barceló , copresident of Grupo Barceló, highlighted the involvement of all the regional and island authorities and the municipality of Adeje in getting the project off the ground.

In turn, Sr. Rivero praised both companies for bringing such a quality product to the Canary Islands and improving further the competitiveness of tourism. Adeje, he said, was already doing great work to put the municipality on the map.

Only recently, it was revealed that there is going to

be a luxury Hard Rock Hotel in Costa Adeje and there are plans to transform El Puertito into a new marina. All this, says the council, will totally regenerate this area of the coast.

The new hotel will join the portfolio of the Barceló Group under management for a period of 20 years. Once opened, there will be 14 establishments managed by the Majorcan chain in the Canaries.

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CANARY ISLANDS NEWS

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SPANISH NEWS

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COMMUNITY NEWS

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SPECIAL 3 KINGS REVIEW

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PET’S WORLD

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TV GUIDE

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PROPERTY SUPPLEMENT

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THE LOOKOUT

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EATING OUT & ABOUT

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HEALTH MATTERS

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

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CLASSIFIEDS

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A-Z SERVICES

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CONTACTS

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MOTORWORLD

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Capital goes ahead with flood projects but hears nothing from Spain

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ENERIFE Cabildo and Santa Cruz city council are working together on a 3.5 million euro action plan to mitigate or eliminate flood risk.

A series of infrastructure improvements will be added to the first phase of the project, bringing the total investment to 7.8 million euros.

Mayor, José Manuel Bermúdez said they had

already been working on these actions before the storms of October 19th which caused such widespread damage.

However, they were now being moved forward as a matter of urgency and it was hoped a

start could be made on some areas in March so that there could be completion before next winter or at least the rainy season.

In addition, there are more than 1,200 interventions to rectify damage caused by the deluge.

Sr. Bermúdez said they had listened carefully to residents

CABILDO HELP

to find out what they needed, not just in the centre of Santa Cruz but in the outlying districts as well.

He also revealed that although they had asked both the Spanish and Canar y Governments for financial aid to help with the aftermath of the floods, they had heard nothing.

Paraglider South train hurt to start with CABILDO HOPES

Candelaria phase?

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ENERIFE’S train project may be back on track, though it is likely to be carried out in phases rather than as one major scheme.

It is hoped to construct the first part of the track from Santa Cruz to Candelaria, inclusive of three stops, at a cost of around 800 million euros, rather than the entire path down to Playa de las Americas which would have pushed the bill up to 3,000 million euros.

This latest development has been reported in the Spanish newspaper Diaro de Avisos which quotes Cabildo president, Carlos Alonso.

The first phase would be 16 kilometres, ten of which would be through false or natural tunnels, and over a viaduct of 1.1 kilometres. It is hoped work will start in 2016 and that the same pattern will apply to construction of the north train track.

Sr. Alonso criticised funding cuts from Spain which have led to a delay but he hopes the money will now be forthcoming. If not, he believes the Cabildo will be able to proceed with its own funds and through loans.

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paraglider had to be taken to hospital after suffering an accident near Guimar.

The 35-year-old man from Finland hurt an arm in the incident but not seriously.

The police, Civil Guard and Canary Urgency Service were alerted around noon on Sunday and went to the scene which was fortunately in an easy place to access.

Facebook contact leads to arrest

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SING Facebook to contact his former girl friend led to the arrest of a 20-year-old man in Tenerife at the weekend.

The man was apparently under a court order not to contact the woman in any way or through any means.

Police were said to have arrested him after he sent his ex messages via the social network site which therefore breached his restrictions.

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FIVE ARRESTS

Bogus banking group promised huge returns on investments

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N international finance scam detected in the Canary Islands is believed to have swindled unsuspecting investors out of one million euros.

Police say they have now dismantled the bogus financial structure which was dedicated to money laundering and fraudulent deals.

Three people have been arrested and another imputed.

One of these was said to be a lawyer who acted as “a legal representative” for the alleged international bank.

The gang was specifically involved in offering a financial product with a high yield and set up bogus companies in the United States, Great Britain and the Comoro Islands off Mozambique.

The investigation was started by police in Las Palmas in August 2013 and has been ongoing for the last year and a half.

Of the five people involved, two are from Santa Cruz de Tenerife and three from Las Palmas.

A property was raided in Santa Cruz and various documents and computers seized, together with a top-range vehicle.

The network created a fictious banking operation which they said had solid links with an American entity and an infrastructure in Switzerland.

Investors, including many in the Canar y Islands, were promised a bank guarantee which would give a big return in a short space of time. One case involved 360,000 euros.

An elaborate and complicated network was set up to cover up money laundering.

SPANISH NETWORK

Organised ring diverted drugs for cancer patients

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OCTORS helping children to fight cancer were left facing a shortage of drugs after an organised crime ring diverted hundreds of thousands of pounds worth of vital medication.

Nearly 50 people, including pharmacists, have been arrested across Spain for bypassing the official system and selling drugs privately in the UK, Denmark, Switzerland and the Netherlands. At least 12 were working in chemists

and had access to drugs, including sedatives.

The alert was raised by a children’s cancer charity which alerted the police to the shortage on the market of certain drugs needed to treat tumours.

FIRST ARRIVAL

Narco boat in Tacoronte

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OLICE believe the first “narco boat” of the year has arrived in Tacoronte.

A small boat of six metres was found washed up on the shore at Playa del Rincón. There was no sign of any people or drugs but eight empty bottles of gasoline was found inside. The engine was found amongst the stones.

Under-water divers were called in to see if they could find any bales of drugs in the water but the conditions were deemed to rough for them to go out.

It is thought the boat was probably carrying illegal immigrants and drugs as it matched the usual pattern and in this case, would be the first such arrival in Tenerife since the turn of 2015.

The Civil Guard raided six properties in Spain, including in Madrid, Valencia and Barcelona, and seized drugs, paperwork, cash, computers and six luxury cars. They also found a gun and have frozen bank accounts after discovering the existence of more than 40 bogus companies to launder money from the illegal sales.

Police said the network entirely bypassed the normal channels to sell drugs at any price they could get and may have endangered the lives of people who took them because of the lack of controls.

The investigation into illegal drug trafficking and more arrests have not been ruled out.

Mountain rescue called in

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HE mountain rescue squad was called in to assist yet another hiker who got into difficulty in Tenerife.

This latest incident happened on the afternoon of January 10th in the Valle Brosque area of Santa Cruz.

A 65-year-old man got into difficulties after suffering a leg injury of a less serious nature.

The emergency services were called in, including the police, rescue helicopter, fire brigade and mountain unit.

Once located, the hiker was airlifted to safety and on the north hospital, before being taken by ambulance to hospital.

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UNSOLVED MYSTERY

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Why the search for missing Russian’s athlete Victor Teni will never close murder: suspect gives F himself up AMILY and friends of triathlete Víctor Teni who disappeared on Mount Teide over a year ago say they will never give up their quest to find out what happened to him.

The circumstances are still a complete mystery to them and until just a few months ago, his mother and siblings walked the National Park every weekend looking for clues.

Victor was 40 years of age when he disapppeared without trace on the afternoon /night of January 1st, 2014.

Out training, he had planned to stay overnight at the refuge for mountaineers situated near the Parador but never arrived.

Specialist teams were joined by an army of volunteers but he could not be found. Only his car was discovered in the Teide National Park.

Victor was not married and had no children but he had many friends and was devoted to his mother with whom he lived. He had two siblings. Throughout this whole ordeal, they have maintained a dignified silence, leaving people like Isidro Casanova, who was a

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RAMA surrounding the murder of a Russian citizen in Tenerife two months ago took on a new twist at the weekend when a suspect was arrested.

A Moldovan man, aged 21, gave himself up at Playa de las Americas police station on January 10th, one day after two other men were detained for allegedly concealing the crime. These two other men are aged 25 and 24, one also from Moldavia and the other of Spanish nationality.

They are accused of covering up the murder of the 52-year-old Russian man, whose body was found last November 29th half buried in a field in Arona, by concealing the fugitive. It is reported that he was hiding in San Isidro.

There had been an island-wide search for the 21-year-old murder suspect over the last six weeks.

It has since emerged that he was living and working in Tenerife illegally and already had a deportation order against him.

personal friend, to be their spokesperson.

Just a day after his disappearance, Victor was due to start a new job in a massage centre. He was also the first Tenerife triathlete to qualify and participate in the prestigious Ironman Triathlon in Hawaii.

Whatever happened on Mount Teide last Januar y changed his life and others for ever and everyone wishes this sad mystery could be solved.

Did he become disorientated or have an accident? His family just do not know but say his disappearance just cannot be explained.

A few days after he failed to show up, police took a statement from a hiker from Gran Canaria who said they were sure they had seen Victor on the Pico Viejo route about one hour before it got dark. His statement was considered credible because of the description he gave about the clothes this man

OLD TRADITION

Ringing the bucio

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ENERIFE is full of old traditions and the “Resonar del Bucio” or “Ringing of the Shells” is one of them.

In yesteryear, villagers used to be alerted through a special system of blowing into a conche, a type of mollusk like the ones you used to find at the seaside to “listen to the waves”.

As part of the Christmas festivities, the bucio were sounded again across Tenerife, including in La Laguna, San Juan de la Rambla, Icod de los Vinos and El Tanque. In the latter, villages were alerted at 6am in the morning about the need to get up, go to church and then on to work. Celebrations here included a special church service with lighted torches and candles.

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Mobile phone tracking also revealed that Victor had been in this area before the battery ran out.

The search for him has taken the authorities and volunteers to all potential hidden places and one researcher even prepared a catalogue of caves and volcanic tubes in the Teide National Park. Nothing was found.

Isidro said people had looked everywhere for him, even in the most remote places. It was also felt that if he had suffered an accident, he would have been found because similar incidents had been solved with much less resources and publicity.

Since then, there has been no new information or leads but as Isidro and the family say: “This search will never close.”

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fire on the third floor of a building in Guargacho resulted in a man receiving burns on his head.

The incident happened just after midnight on January 11th and led to a call to the 1-1-2 emergency control centre.

It was reported that there was a fire in calle Antonio Bello so the police, fire brigade, Guardia Civil and Canary Urgency Service all went to the scene.

The 48-year-old man had also inhaled some smoke and was taken to hospital for treatment.

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PARIS ATROCITIES

Minute’s silence to defend freedom of speech

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HE Canary Islands and Spain joined with the rest of the world to condemn the atrocities in Paris last week.

The Government delegation in the Canaries and other island institutions and journalists observed a minute’s silence to defend freedom of expression and

rejection of the attack and murder of staff at the satirical magazine “Charlie Hebdo” and police officers carrying out their duty.

The Government delegate

in the Canaries, Maria del Carmen Hernandez Bento, said to reporters after the minute of silence: “Freedom of expression is one of the fundamental pillars of a democratic state” and “we must be strong and firm in the rejection of these postures and attitudes “.

National Police and Civil Guard joined this act in the Government Office, along with civilian personnel, to de-

monstrate that this rejection against terrorism is “unanimous”, she added.

In Tenerife, local councils north and south joined in the minute’s silence.

As a result of the attacks, security was stepped up in Spain, especially at local airports and ports.

However, the Government stressed Spain was no more a greater target than anywhere else but had to be vigilant.

Alert in Arona brings police out in force

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ITH the Paris atrocities very much in mind, there was a scare in Arona which police had to take very seriously and one which caused much alarm.

Police were called to calle Taburiente to deal with an emergency which started when a man apparently started to make threats and to carry out killings in the town, as well as himself.

The incident happened on the same day as the murders in Paris and Spain had just increased its level of security because of the threat of Islamic terrorism.

Reports said the man was of Moroccan nationality and when police got to the scene, they saw he was on a balcony but there was no sign of any explosive device.

Officers then decided to enter the house but the suspect jumped off a balcony. A police office was injured, having been struck in the face and has

needed 12 stitches. There is also a threat to his eyesight.

The Moroccan man hurt his leg in the fall and was eventually arrested but there was also a commotion when some of his friends mounted a protest about his alleged treatment.

The incident sparked a fullscale alert with a considerable number of police being called out, together with the fire brigade and Canary Urgency Service.

The union CSIF has since alleged that the police did not have sufficient resources of the right type to deal with an emergency like this and wants a more rigorous control of the entry and exit of foreigners, especially those from the Islamic world.

WEATHER WATCH

December, the coldest month in Canaries since 2008

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HE weather is always a talking point wherever you live and statistics produced for December in the Canary Islands show there was plenty to discuss!

The month proved to be the coldest in the archipelago since 2008 with an average

mean temperature of 15.5C which is three tenths below the norm. However, that does of

course take into account the fluctuations between the higher points of the islands and the sunny south of Tenerife, for instance.

Some mountain areas recorded up to eleven days of frost, although there was not

much rain, with only areas in the north of Gran Canaria and Tenerife more on a par with the norm.

The average rainfall was 24 litres per square meter, five times lower than last year but double the 2012 and triple that

of 2011. On average, there were seven days of rain,one less than average, and there were no snow, compared with two days of snow expected.

The wind speed during December in the Canaries was ten per cent more than the

average and easterly winds generated calimas.

However, the percentage of sunshine was slightly higher than expected in areas of El Hierro and Tenerife, with a significant deficit at the north airport.

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COSTA ADEJE WORK

Second remodelling phase for calle Londres

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HE second phase of the redeveloment of calle Londres in Costa Adeje will take seven months, the local council has announced.

The work, which has already started, will run from calle París to its intersection with calle Roma. Funding has come from the Canar y Government, Tenerife Cabildo and the councils and is part of the overall programme to improve tourism areas.

Remodelling of calle Londres was divided into two parts. The first, costing 1.5 million euros, included widening the pavements, improved landscaping, new street furniture and road paving.

The second phase starts from the roundabout in front of the hotel Jardines de Nivaria to calle Roma. The budget for this is 873,000 euros and will also include wider pavements, better lighting and landscaping, new paving and street furniture.

Councillor for public works, Gonzalo Delgado Díaz said the end result would produce a more attractive area where people would be encouraged to walk, shop, sit and cycle.

Windsurfer rescued off popular beach

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windsurfer had a lucky escape after he got into difficulties at Playa de las Americas.

The 1-1-2 emergency control centre received a call that a man appeared to be in difficulty in the area between Playa Honda and Piedra del Guincho.

The alert was raised in the mid-afternoon and led to the police and Canary Urgency Service going to the scene.

The 64-year-old windsurfer was having difficulty getting back to shore under his own steam so the emergency helicopter was despatched. However, it was not needed as he was rescued by boat.

SUC staff attended to the man and he was found to be suffering from mild symptoms of hypothermia but did not need hospital treatment.

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Playgrounds are a priority

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EGUESTE is making the provision of children’s playgrounds a major priority.

The local council has just completed a new one in the district of Pedro Álvarez at a cost of 8,000 euros to meet the requests of residents. It is conveniently situated in the plaza opposite the church and cultural centre.

Two other playgrounds in the centre of the town have also been reformed with new flooring and equipment,

following on from the construction of two new playgrounds in El Portezuelo and Socorro.

Now, the council has applied for grant aid to construct two more play areas, one at the María del Carmen Fernández Melián school and the other in front of the petrol station on the TF13.

Road is improved

48-year-old man has been arrested for trying to smuggle drugs into the Canary Islands.

Police became suspicious of the man after he arrived on a flight at Fuerteventura airport.

They believed he was acting as a “human mule” and he was taken to hospital where an X-ray revealed he had indeed swallowed 20 capsules containing 227 grams of cocaine.

On Gran Canaria, a 33-year-old man was arrested as he was about to sail on the ferry to Tenerife. Officers found 600 grams of hashish hidden in his car.

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L Sauzal council has dipped into its budget and spent just over 70,000 euros asphalting a much-used road in the town.

Calle Calvario has seen the benefit of the work over a length of 645 metres, together with improved road markings.

This is one of the main roads in the district with 1,500 residents and is an important connecting route with Tacoronte.

Boiling ban causes fire

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HE owner of a house in La Victoria de Acentejo called the fire brigade himself after seeing flames coming from the roof of his property.

He was additionally alarmed because various items were stored there, including several cylinders.

Upon arrival, firefighters found a fire on the third floor. It

had originated from a boiling pan and set fire to the rafters, producing flames and a significant amount of smoke.

The fire was successfully put out and the property ventilated.

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ORGANISED GANG

Copper cable thieves caught red-handed

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gang caught red-handed stealing copper cabling in Callao Salvaje was probably responsible for at least 14 similar crimes, say police.

Officers stopped three people in a van which contained stolen copper wiring and equipment used for its theft, including cutters, screwdrivers, rubber gloves, a crowbar and power meter.

That night, they had stolen about 1,000 kilos of copper cabling.

On being stopped by the

police, the three men ran away but two of them, aged 36 and 45 and residents of Arona, were caught and arrested. A police search immediately started for the third person.

Police said their initial investigations have revealed that the gang was responsible for other crimes in the district

and used the cover of a false company name so they could sell on the cabling without raising suspicions. They would so so to recycling companies and scrap merchants.

Since last November, the gang is thought to have stolen about three tons of copper and made a profit of 11,000 euros.

It is believed the 14 thefts were committed in Adeje, Guia de Isora, Playa de las Americas and Granadilla.

Council presses for urgent work on dangerous road

BARRIERS MISSING

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OTORISTS are being put at risk because of the bad state of a busy road in Los Realejos, the local council has claimed.

Councillors want Tenerife Cabildo to take urgent action over a stretch of the TF-335, also known as La Charca before an accident happens.

They say they have been waiting two months for work following an accident last November which demolished some of the barriers.

They also fear the risk of landslides and want the bank properly protected.

The council says it first put in a request for action on November 12th but has heard nothing since.

“We have to make the request again and warn of the situation which we consider unacceptable and a high risk for residents and road users,” said the Mayor, Manuel Domínguez.

The council points out that this is a busy stretch of road and also needs resurfacing at various places.

PREMIUM LINE

Alert over text message scam

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ATIONAL Police have asked people to be on their guard against a new text message scam.

Mobile users have been receiving false messages in Spanish which say someone has been trying to phone them twice and needs to speak to them urgently. The text says it is very important and that the person should call a number 902944XXX with urgency.

In Spanish, the message reads: “Le llamamos 2 veces pero no logramos contactarle.

Queremos hablar con usted

sobre su solicitud. Por favor llámenos lo antes posible al 902944XXX. Es muy importante.”

When the person calls, they are left hanging on the line after being told to ring an 806 number to hear something of interest. The caller is told that they are waiting to be connected to another department but nothing happens.

Some callers have stayed on the line for seven minutes and eventually has no choice but to hang up but gets a shock when their telephone bill arrives.

National Police are now abe to report frauds on #nopiques.

They say people should treat with distrust anything they think is a scam and do not believe offers and be wary of any unexpected text messages.

You should never send your bank details as a text and be alert to hoax job offers.

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Two paragliders Council agrees rescued by new hotline to helicopter police DIRECT DIAL

FAREWELL 2014

Massive turn-out for popular fiesta

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USTY conditions across Tenerife brought challenging conditions for paragliders and rescues for two of them on one particular

day.

A Swiss man, aged about 60, got into difficulty in the area of Jama de Valle in San Lorenzo and suffered a crash.

The emergency services went to the scene and he was treated on site before being taken to hospital by helicopter.

He had back and shoulder injuries but of a less severe

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HIS was the scene in El Médano on New Year’s Eve when thousands of people celebrated until 6am in the morning.

The festivities began at 11pm in the central plaza with a massive fiesta organised by Granadilla council.

There was dancing to live music from Deliciosa, Sensación Gomera, Pasión Gomera, Mambo Latino and Nueva Ilusión, as well as the traditional firework display.

Councillor for culture and fiestas, Óscar Delgado Melo

said the celebrations were a great success and despite the massive crowd, there were no incidents.

New Year ’s night in El Médano has been one of the party highlights of the south of Tenerife, attracting visitors from all over Tenerife.

The council has thanked the security forces for keeping order and everyone safe.

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In a separate incident, a 58year-old man crashed his paraglider in Risco de la Boca del Paso in Ifonche, Adeje. He too was rescued by the emergency helicopter and taken to hospital for treatment to a back injury, also described as non serious.

Medical scare for hiker

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hiker who got into difficulties whilst walking along the Afur trail in Santa Cruz de Tenerife had to be airlifted to hospital.

The man, 45 years of age and of German nationality, suffered health problems of a less serious nature but was unable to continue his journey.

Rescue workers felt the best way to deal with the incident because of the terrain was to send in the emergency helicopter and hoist him to safety.

The incident prompted a full-scale alert involving the local and national police, Canary Urgency Service and mountain rescue group.

The man was taken to hospital for treatment but his condition was not serious.

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RANADILLA council has introduced a new service which allows local people to make direct contact with the police.

Those who live within the municipality can now dial 092 to make immediate contact, either to seek help or report an important matter.

María Soledad Díaz Melián, responsible for citizen services and new

technology, said the new system responded to significant local requests and would improve efficiency and effectiveness.

Officers would also have direct contact with the people they helped.

Cable theft plunges streets into dark

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POLICE INVESTIGATE

T least three streets in Guimar were left without lights after a thief stole 800 metres of copper cabling.

The Mayoress, Carmen Luisa Castro has denounced the situation and the matter is being investigated by the police.

The theft happened in the district of Fatima and affected the streets of Nicaragua, Filipinas and Guatemala.

The thief broke into a power box which was welded to the floor to cut out the cabling in

the early hours of the morning when there were few people around. The culprit, although there could have been more than one person, managed to get nearly one metre of 10mm cabling.

After filing an official complaint, the local council said it would do everything possible to get the lighting back on without delay.

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Puerto pushes Alert on Guaza ahead with “united mountain front” on tourism

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ESCUE workers were called out to deal with an emergency on the Guaza mountain as the night drew in.

The 1-1-2 service alerted the police and fire brigade to an incident at around 8.30pm when a young hiker fell and sustained a leg injury.

They were able to locate the person needing help who was taken to hospital for treatment. The leg injury was described as “of a less severe nature”.

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UERTO de la Cruz is to make liaison with all sectors of the tourism industry a priority for 2015.

The local council believes this is a key to “selling” Puerto as a holiday destination and has created a “Product Club” as part of the initiative.

Tourism councillor, Diana Mora and director of the project to increase tourism interest, Mayte Mederos recently hosted a working meeting with travel agencies and tour reservation centres. They were introduced to the Product Club which is designed to improve the marketing of the destination.

A series of meetings will be held with different sectors of

the tourism industry to involve as many people as possible.

These will include tourism accommodation owners and online portals.

Puerto will also be represented at all the major travel fairs, such as FITUR and the World Travel Market in London where the star of the show will be the Puerto de la Cruz Xperience brand.

Workshops will also be held in the town with different tour operators and industry players to further commitment and unity.

Sugar “put in petrol tank”

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OLICE are investigating an incident in San Miguel de Abona when a resident apparently put sugar into a neighbour’s petrol tank.

The 42-year-old has been arrested on suspicion of causing criminal damage.

The Guardia Civil said they received a complaint that sugar had been put into the petrol tank of the resident’s car, causing engine damage.

The incident is said to have happened in the run-up to New Year’s Eve when the car was parked in the town.

“Help us to help” slogan for Tegueste event

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host of groups and charity organisations got together to take part in their very first solidarity event in Tegueste.

The idea was to turn the spotlight on their work and to raise their profile amongst interested members of the public.

The event was opened by the Mayor, José Manuel Molina with Tenerife Cabildo’s councillor for social action, Cristina Valido and local development councillor, Marcela del Castillo.

The groups set out to involve visitors in their work with various demonstrations and exhibitions, together with inter-active workshops, all under the banner of “Ayúdanos a ayudar” (“Help us to help”).

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New-look Adeje confirms Armeñime social planned for busy housing plan Los Realejos A street DEJE council has pledged to restore and renovate 76 homes at Las Rosas - Armeñime as part of an ongoing action plan.

Ten blocks will be rehabilitated at a cost of 1.26 million euros under a new agreement regarding social housing in urban areas.

First deputy Mayor, Gonzalo Delgado said the project was part of the council’s pledge for 20132016 and was regarded as essential to help local residents in environments of the most need.

It is hoped the work can start as soon as possible as funding has been guaranteed, including 36 per cent from the Ministry of Public Works.

The detailed plan is available on the website of the Ministry of Development http://www.fomento.gob.es/

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NE of the largest projects to be carried out this year in Los Realejos will be remodelling of calle Real de Icod el Alto.

The local council has confirmed work will shortly go out to tender at a cost of around 308,000 euros.

The project concerns the stretch of road between the junction of the TF-342 and its intersection with calle Los Alzados, affecting a total surface area of 3,500 square metres.

Councillors say the current state of carriageway is inconsistent, with sections without pavements and poor condition in certain spots.

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Wider pavements will be created without losing parking slots and there will be new trees and street furniture, giving a brand new-look to the area. Infrastructure will also be attended to, including lighting, telecommunications and stormwater.

Mayor, Manuel Domínguez said this was an important road with various facilities such as the health and social centres and the deficiencies detected had shown the need for comprehensive reforms.

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CALLS ANSWERED

HE district of Los Blanquitos in Granadilla has its first children’s playground.

Located next to the municipal sports field, funding has come from a 100,000 euro pot which allocates about 20,000 euro for each park.

The Mayor, Jaime González Cejas and councillor for parks and gardens, Juan Rodríguez Bello recently visited the site where access has also been improved, together with better signs, green areas and parking.

Throughout this month, it is also planned to replace old street furniture such as the benches and the fitness equipment for older residents.

Residents had asked for a playground because they felt children needed somewhere safe to play and such a facility was missing.

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HE first major festivity of the year in Tenerife saw a huge crowd, despite the cool weather.

A change of venue for the Fiestas de San Antonio Abad in Arona also proved a great success.

Councillor for fiestas, José Ramón Rodríguez said they were worried the cooler temperatures than norm might curtail the crowds but the opposite proved to be true.

It was decided this year to return the celebrations to their original location in the plaza del Cristo de la Salud to gain extra space for the Baile de Magos. Fifty tables filled the square as people enjoyed food, drink and Canary music until the early hours of the morning. Seven groups entertained, including the Adeje School of Folklore.

Sr. Rodriguez said the new venue gave more place to dance and to interact and many people congratulated the council for the move. Those attending included groups from Gran Canaria.

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Drama at Puerto jetty

MAN RESCUED

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HERE was drama in Puerto de la Cruz when the fire service was called in to rescue a man who had fallen off the jetty.

The accident happened in the middle of the afternoon and a second person also got into trouble when trying to help out their friend.

The man, described as a foreigner, fell from the dock into bolders below it and could not get out.

Alerted by a call to the 11-2 emergency control

centre, firefighters went to the scene with a rescue vehicle and hoisted the injured man to safety with a crane.

He was found to be suffering from a head injury and neck pain and was taken to hospital where his condition was found to be of a less serious nature.

Atmospheric calendar part of church’s 500th anniversary FIVE SENSES

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HERE are many scenes which evoke the senses. The trickling sound of a stream, forest trees rustling in the wind, the sight of beautiful landscapes stretching far across the horizon, children’s laughter in the playground.

These and others have provided inspiration for a new calendar in El Sauzal to celebrate the 500th anniversary of the historic church of San Pedro (1515-2015).

Entitled “Con los cinco sentidos” (“With the five senses”), it is the brainchild of Juan Ramón Álvarez Pérez who works for the local council as its press officer.

The 2015 calendar features

14 photographs and has recently been distributed free of charge to local residents. It is hoped they will find it not only useful but will serve to introduce many to the hidden delights of the municipality, from its traditional flora to the friendly wine cellars, places to discover along the coast and the tranquillity of the parks and gardens.

The calendar also contains

a wealth of local information and dates.

Various events are being

planned in El Sauzal to celebrate the church’s 500th anniversary.

Woman robbed but Blaze at Charco del Pino culprits caught HANDBAG SNATCHED

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WO youths who robbed tourists in the south of Tenerife were chased and caught by police officers.

The robbers, aged 18 and 21, approached the couple who were out walking early in the morning and snatched a handbag from the woman. She was pushed to the ground in the process and was taken to hospital for treatment.

Two policeman witnessed the crime and managed to detain the suspects who were immediately arrested and remanded in custody pending a court appearance.

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OLUNTEER firefighters from Guayota helped to extinguish a blaze in a house in Charco del Pino.

They joined the full-time crew from San Miguel de Abona in an early-morning call-out.

The alert to the 1-1-2 control centre was raised after smoke was seen coming from the empty property. It was about 3am.

The firek, which affected various areas of the house, was successfully brought under control.

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Elderly man falls down stairs

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man in his 80s had a lucky escape from more serious injury after he fell down steps in a public plaza on La Gomera.

The emergency services were called in to deal with the accident in Plaza de Las Américas in San Sebastián.

The man, aged 87, suffered a hip injury in the fall and was treated at the scene by medics from the Canary Urgency Service before being taken to hospital. His condition was described as non serious.

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OLICE are investigating the circumstances which led to a 30-year-old man receiving head and neck injuries in Gran Canaria.

He was hurt during some sort of attack in the early hours of the morning in a plaza in the centre of Las Palmas.

The man himself called the 1-1-2 emergency services just afer 4am to say he had been injured in an assault.

Medics went to the scene and gave him treatment before he was transferred to hospital. His condition was said to be not serious.

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Food allergies, a growing problem in Canaries

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OOD allergies, especially gluten intolerance, is becoming as big a problem in the Canary Islands as it is elswhere.

Latest figures show around eight per cent of Canary children under the age of three (ie eight per cent) already have some form of food allergy and this can continue into later life.

The World Health Organisation has already talked about food intolerances as

being “the great pandemic of the century”. Gluten is currently the most recognised allergy.

With effect from last December 13th, a new European directive took effect which provides people with more information about allergens in food. This also

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applies to food served in restaurants,bars and cafes who must be able to provide customers with information about meal contents and relates to 14 different allergens including cereals containing gluten, eggs, fish, peanuts, peanuts, soy, milk, nuts, mustard, celery and sesame amongst them.

It is hoped this will help with the growing problem of food allergies and with

reference to children in the Canaries, the Spanish Society of Pediatric Allergy and Clinical Immunology (SEICAP) has developed a protocol of how children with any allergy should be dealt with in school.

There is also an associated cost with the treatment of food allergy patients which is put at about 1,300 euros a year per patient in Spain.

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The Cabildo has announced plans to either complete or implement road surfacing improvements across the island to the tune of more than two million euros.

President, Anselmo Pestana said the projects would involve nine of the 14 municipalities and meet an “urgent need” following uncomfortable journeys for tourists and local people like.

Roads being tackled include the airport access road and the routes to numerous tourist attractions such as the Roque de Los Muchachos, Mirador de San Juan and Brena Alta.

Sr. Pestana said the island’s roads had suffered from lack of maintenance in previous years but it was important to look after them as they helped to create a first impression for visitors.

Councillor for infrastructure, Jorge González added: “Resurfacing will increase comfort and safety for drivers who in many cases had to resign themselves to a journey over roads full of cracks and bumps.”

Father and son both die in drowning tragedy RESCUE ATTEMPT

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HERE was a double New Year tragedy on Playa del Inglés in Gran Canaria when a father and son both lost their lives.

The two men were aged 65 and 36 and were of Spanish nationality although living in Switzerland. It is believed both drowned.

The alert was raised just after 10am on the popular beach in San Bartolomé de Tirajana when a call was made to the 1-1-2 emergency service.

The centre was told that several people appeared to be

in trouble in the water about ten metres from the shore.

The Red Cross, Canar y Urgency Service, National and local police all went to the scene and recovered both men who were in cardiac arrest. Prolonged efforts to revive them failed.

It is understood that the father got into trouble for some reason in the water and his son went to try and help him.

A busy New Year’s Eve for 1-1-2 centres

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La Palma tackles Father and son road network full of both die in holes OLIDAY-MAKERS who visit La Palma have long complained about the bumps and pot holes in many of the roads but no more!

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HERE was a double New Year tragedy on Playa del Inglés in Gran Canaria when a father and son both lost their lives.

The two men were aged 65 and 36 and were of Spanish nationality although living in Switzerland. It is believed both drowned.

The alert was raised just after 10am on the popular beach in San Bartolomé de Tirajana when a call was made to the 1-1-2 emergency service.

The centre was told that several people appeared to be in trouble in the water

about ten metres from the shore.

The Red Cross, Canar y Urgency Service, National and local police all went to the scene and recovered both men who were in cardiac arrest. Prolonged efforts to revive them failed.

It is understood that the father got into trouble for some reason in the water and his son went to try and help him.

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T was a very busy and eventful night for the Canary 1-1-2 emergency control centre, new figures have revealed.

Some 2,800 calls were taken, which represents an increase of 134.7 per cent on a normal Thursday. This figure relates to the period from 9pm on December 31st until 8pm on January 1st.

Just over half of the calls (52.3 per cent) were related to safety, firefighting and rescue. Health calls represented 40.3 per cent and 7.4 per cent were about accidents, including those on the roads.

One of the most serious

incidents happened at 4am when the emergency services were called out to deal with a motor-cyclist who was seriously injured after a collision with a car in Valle San Lorenzo.

There was also drama in Gran Canaria when at 2.30am in the morning, it was reported that a fishing boat was adrift off the coast of Las Palmas. The seven crew members were all rescued uninjured by the emergency helicopter.

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Emergency medics bring six babies into world in 2014!

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Canaries lead the way with sales increase above the average

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XCELLENT retail figures for the Canary Is lands in the eleven months up to November 2014 have fuelled hopes for an economic recovery.

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HE Canary Emergency Service dealt with all sorts of calls in 2014 but bringing new babies into the world seems to be one of their fortes!

Staff of the SUC (Servicio de Urgencias Canario) are delighted to have helped with six births during the last year, including one on a bus.

Another was in a private vehicle and the other four were in the mothers’ homes.

The unexpected arrivals required the help and coordination of medics, medical

centres and the 1-1-2 control centre and several involved advice relayed over the telephone until the arrival of an ambulance.

One of the emergency calls came from an anxious father whose wife started to give birth in the doorway of their house in Las Palmas as they were on their way to hospital. This was

Lanzarote furious at insensitive AENA letter AIRPORT EXPANSION

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ANZAROTE’S Cabildo is incensed after its plea for investment in the island’s airport appears to have fallen on deaf ears.

A furious president, Pedro San Ginés held a press conference to denounce a letter received from the airports authority, AENA. The Cabildo had raised issues about facilities at the airport but the letter which came back read: “Lanzarote airport is equipped with excellent infrastructure, which have sufficient capacity and optimal values of quality of service for the development of air traffic on the island.”

Sr. Ginés has described the response as a real joke and said it was teasing residents.

The Cabildo had asked for an urgent meeting to discuss the way

ahead for the airport, seen as one of the obvious keys to the island’s success and future. The main issue has been an extension to the runway because its length of 2,400 metres is seen as a hinderance to development and precludes larger airport, therefore doing nothing to help the tourism industry.

The Cabildo also pointed out that despite these limitations, the airport was one of the few which was profitable for AENA. The letter from AENA president José Manuel Vargas Gómez has been described as insensitive and doing nothing to help the island.

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man was taken to hospital in a critical condition after a car accident on Fuerteventura.

The 27-year-old British man suffered severe head injuries after a vehicle overturned on the FV-430 in the muncipality of Antigua on the night of January 11th.

The medical ambulance and helicopter were called in, together with the police, fire service and Civil Guard.

The man was treated at the scene before being taken to hospital on the island but was later transferred by helicopter to Gran Canaria.

the woman’s fifth child and as nature was taking its course ver y quickly, they were advised to go back inside where baby arrived but needed urgent treatment for lack of oxygen due to a twisted umbilical cord.

Another deliver y took place in Icod de los Vinos but the house was in such an isolated position that the medical team had to walk a kilometre to reach it and there were similar circumstances in

Arico. Here, mother and baby were later airlifted to hospital.

The bus drama happened in Las Palmas where the mother gave birth on public transport after her waters broke.

And only last month, a baby would not wait until an ambulance got to the hospital and arrived just past the GC-1 turn on the motorway! The new mum entered the hospital with her daughter in her arms.

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The Canary Government says it is very pleased to see the archipelago leading the way in terms of increases in sales.

Up until the end of November, the rise stood at 4.4 per cent and it was hoped that a good Christmas would add to this, rather than detract.

The increase just for November 2014 was 4.2 per cent compared with November of 2013, according to data from the National Statistics Institute.

The 4.4 per cent for the first eleven months placed the Canaries top of the list in Spain for retail growth as it was well above the national average of 0.4 per cent.

The Balearics were just behind the Canary Islands which recorded a rise of 2.7 per cent.

Director of Trade and

Consumer Affairs, Gustavo Matos said the good sales data was accompanied by an increase in employment in this sector which grew by 1.6 per cent in November and 1.7 per cent for the first eleven months.

“This is very good news for a sector which was badly hit during the crisis years but which started to recover in the summer of 2013 and each month is strengthening this trend,” he commented.

The Minister said that if Christmas materialised as envisaged, the year would have ended with a very positive result.

One of the keys to recovery, in addition to increasing local and tourist consumption, was to make sure tourists and local people had access to a “consolidated and competitive” commercial sector.

La Palma gang Fire-hit netted over temple doors 230,000 euros in to be restored 24 raids

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N organised gang carried out at least 24 robberies in shops, homes and resorts on La Palma and even towed away a heavy safe on a forklift truck, police have revealed.

Nine people have been arrested, aged between 19 and 47 and coming from all parts of the island, including Los Llanos de Aridane, El Paso, Tijarafe and Santa Cruz de La Palma. The only exception was a man of Colombian nationality.

Some of the suspects were caught in the act of transporting the safe to a place where they could smash it open. It had been stolen from a well-known company in El Paso.

“Operation Genesis” had started last September when police detected a pattern in various crimes on the island.

In late November, they arrested the 27-year-old ringleader who already had a record for drug trafficking and possession of an illegal weapon.

Following a house search, evidence was gained connecting the gang to local

robberies, the latest of which was at a post office. Other targets included commercial establishments and petrol stations in an attempt to steal cash registers and safes.

Police said the gang carried out detailed surveillance and disactivated alarm systems, as well as always wearing glooves, hoods and masks.

The network was clearly defined into four groups for planning and recruitment, logistical support, security surveillance and finally, the sale of stolen items.

It is estimated that in the space of two months, the gang netted around 200,000 euros in cash and 30,000 euros in effects and jewellery.

Officers managed to recover around 109,000 euros, safe, various materials and two vehicle purchased with the proceeds from robberies.

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HE gates of an old temple on La Palma which were badly affected by fire are to be restored to their former glory.

The Cabildo is working on a plan with the Bishop of Tenerife to give a new lease of life to the frontage of El Salvador in the island’s capital.

The building was badly hit by fire in April 2013 but the building is considered to be of enormous interest historically and religiously to La Palma.

The Cabildo has agreed to allocate 15,000 euros in its budget for the restoration of the gates.

The facade of the church was built between 1580 and 1585 and the two cedar doors came from Cuba, dating back to the first decade of the 18th century. They appear to be the worst affected by the fire although the marble floor and other parts of the facade were also scorched.

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OFFICERS FALL INTO ROUGH OCEAN

Cocaine seized as yacht intercepted in Canaries during “dangerous” operation

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HESE dramatic pictures released by the Civil Guard show the culmination of yet another drugs’ operation in the waters around the Canary Islands.

The circumstances of this latest raid, during which two Spanish men were arrested, also demonstrate just how dangerous the investigations can be.

The ocean was so rough as the police accompanied a sailing boat back to shore that two of the crew members fell in, suffered multiple injuries and had to be airlifted to hospital. Fortunately, fears that they had broken bones proved unfounded and they were released the next day after treatment.

The Guardia Civil was alerted to the presence of a small yacht about 40 miles south of Gran Canaria. It had no flag but two people were on board, Spaniards aged 62 and 51.

The boat was approached by the Special Intervention Unit and was apparently on a journey from South America.

When searched, packets of drugs were found hidden deep in a false compartment, each containing one kilo of

cocaine and amounting to 725 kilograms in total.

The two men were arrested and detained in the hull of the boat until it came into dock at Las Palmas.

The boat was intitially able to make the journey back to Gran Canaria under its own power but then broke down.

Police said this cause a great deal of difficulty and major setbacks because of the very bad weather and stormy sea.

Police said the drugs were hidden so carefully that it took ten hours to extract all the packets of cocaine, using heavy tools and cutting equipment to get through the fuel tank.

The operation was part of ongoing efforts to clampdown on drug smuggling with patrols in the air and by sea.

Seizures have increased dramatically over the last year with the help of other collaborating countries and some investigations take months, if not years, to complete.

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A Palma has been rewarded for its ongoing efforts to promote star-gazing as a tourist attraction.

The Cabildo has presented the island with its “Tourist Merit Badge” amid hopes to progress with a number of projects.

President, Anselmo Pestana said they wanted to thank everyone who had helped so far, including entrepreneurs who were helping to put La Palma on the world map for one of the best places for amateur and professional astronomers.

The award encourages everyone to continue with the campaign which will include a new visitors’ centre at Roque de Los Muchachos, the island’s highest point, and an amateur observation centre at Mendo.

You can read more about star-gazing on La Palma (in English) on http://www.visitlapalma.es/recursos/experienciaobservacin-de-estrellas

Tragedy during underwater fishing

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EDICS tried in vain to save the life of a man in his 30s who had been practising spearfishing on Fuerteventura.

His body was spotted floating in the sea around the harbour area of Morro Jable.

Firefighters went to his rescue and found he was in cardiac arrest. They started attempts to revive him which were continued by doctors and the Canary Urgency Service but to no avail.

It was confirmed that the man had earlier been doing underwater fishing. Police also attended and an investigation was opened by the Civil Guard.

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HE commercial zone of Arrecife is to take on a completely new look as part of a two million euro plan for shopping areas on Lanzarote.

The island’s Cabildo says it is “a time of joy” as planning for the projects has taken two years and both should come to fruition in the summer.

The first phase of “La marina” in Arrecife is to cost around 1.3 million euros, extending from the coastline to the Casino Club Náutico and up to the bridge of Las Bolas. Most of the area will be pedestrianised and will open it up to the sea with a fresh look to encourage

walkers.

A second and third phase will follow to extend the area being tackled.

The second major scheme is for Teguise and will take in the major plazas, emphasising their history and also helping the Sunday market which is considered the most important on Lanzarote.

Grant aid is being receive from Europe so a strict timetable has to be adhered to.

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Little girl smiles again after surgeons grow nose tip from her ear

Email provides vital tip-off

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little girl’s dream has finally come true after surgeons gave her a new nose grown from her ear.

The pioneering operation took place several months ago but has only just been revealed

as doctors were waiting to see if the tissue would be accepted.

It has and now the seven-

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year-old youngster can smile again and hold her head high at school instead of being shunned. Her nose is now the same colour as her skin and she can breath and talk properly again.

She was severely disfigured after being struck down by a virulent form of the bacteria Streptococcus which ate away at her nose. It left her without a columella, the part which extends from the tip of the nose to lip and is responsible for separating both nostrils.

Plastic surgeons at Hospital de la Ribera in Valencia needed to find skin and cartilage to repair the little

girl’s nose and her ear proved a match. It was taken from the flap of her ear and four days later, replanted in her nose, together with an artery from her upper thigh to create a proper blood flow from her jaw to nostril.

Doctors at the hospital said the seven-hour operation was highly complex and involved specialist microsurger y techniques. It was also complicated by the girl’s young age but they believe its success now opens the door to helping older people as well.

The little girl is now said to be happier, more sociable and has friends again.

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timely tip-off to the police led to the arrest of eight members of a drug-running gang.

Anyone can email on antidroga@policia.es and this is just what one member of the public did recently.

Their information allowed officers to arrest two people car r ying hash through Malaga airport. However, they were found to be part of a much bigger gang dedicated to the distribution

and sale of all sorts of other drugs.

Five other people were arrested when raids were carried out on five properties when hash, cocaine, MDMA, speed and marijuana were all found. They also seized three vehicles, 14 mobile phones and more than 20,000 euros.

LUCKY ESCAPES

Scam defrauds Skoda driver skids into hospital older people reception!

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ALLOUS thieves are continuing to target older people across Spain with scams which promise prizes or a cash win.

Police say they have detected at least 70 offences over the last six months in Madrid, Barcelona, Zaragoza, Murcia, Guadalajara, Alicante, Cáceres, Santiago de Compostela, Badajoz, Gijón, Huesca and Toledo.

So far, as part of a special operation, 29 people have been arrested.

More than half of the victims are over 65 years of age and in one particular case, thieves managed to get away with 11,000 euros.

The scams revolve around people knocking on their doors and offering the chance to win a prize on a lottery ticket or a special surprise in a parcel.

One of the tricks involves two people, one who does the selling and the second, a plant who comes along and gives the seller a large bundle of money for a ticket. What the elderly person doesn’t see, however, is that the “bundle” of money only has one note on the top and one on the bottom with plain paper inbetween.

In another, the caller says they have a lottery ticket which has won a prize but cannot cash it in and asks the elderly person to buy it off them for cash.

One of the gangs has been travelling around Spain and has been involved in armed robberies, including at a jewellery store.

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motorist who lost control of his Skoda after another car crashed into him ended up in exactly the right place - the foyer of a local hospital!

The driver, in his 60s, said he couldn’t control his vehicle following the impact and careered straight through the entrance, through some glass doors, down four

stairs and came to rest against the reception.

Two members of staff on duty at the time were lucky to escape serious injury as the Skoda came to a stop inches

from the counter and very close to the waiting room.

One woman suffered a rib injur y and her female colleague had a damaged knee. The motorist was unhurt.

The strange accident happened in the centre of Madrid at the hospital Virgen de la Torre in the Vallecas district.

The driver told police he had been involved in a crash

with another car and lost control, shooting across the pavement into the hospital where, by coincidence, he also worked. He said he was thankful it had not had more serious implications.

Bemused firefighters took 30 minutes to figure out how to get the car out but eventually dragged it backwards using a cable.

The reception area was completely destroyed.

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Warning as burglars use new “plastic strip” technique

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HE Guardia Civil is relaying a major alert about a new device being used by burglars to identify empty properties.

They say thieves are planting small plastic labels in the crevices of front doors. These are not easily detected by the naked eye but the criminals know where they are and return a few days later to see if they have been moved. If they are in the same place, they know the property is empty, either because the owners are away or it is generally not habitated.

This method has been detected in La Rioja but police believe the gang responsible roam around all parts of Spain. They also target storage rooms and warehouses.

The strip of transparent plastic is about two centimetres in length and is usually pushed through the bottom of the front door.

The Guardia Civil is taking the opportunity to warn people generally about house security. They say you should always double lock your front door when going out, stop mail if your house is empty for a while, perhaps keep a guard dog, don’t leave high value items in your property, never open your door to a stranger, make sure any staff such as cleaners or builders are totally reliable and known to you and take note of any suspicious vehicles.

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Three Kings’ Parade ends in tragedy

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OT all the Three Kings’ Parades in Spain were occasions of joy.

In the Andalusian town of Nijar, there was tragedy when one of the Wise Men sitting on a throne on a float was hit by an electricity or telephone cable.

The 20-year-old youth, who was playing Balthazar in a traditional procession, was dragged along by the line and then crashed from the float onto the road.

He suffered serious injuries and though doctors fought to save his life, he died in hospital.

The victim was sitting on a throne on a decorated float when the cable became entangled in the chair and dragged him backwards.

Onlookers, including children, looked on in horror as medics

rushed to the scene.

The Mayor, Antonio Jesús Rodríguez said the youth had suffered a severe blow as a result of the impact.

He said they were deeply shocked and saddened by the tragedy during a celebration involving the whole of the town The procession was immediately suspended and an investigation opened to see how the accident happened and whether the cables above the road were at the right height.

A similar incident happened in Seville in 2006 when one of the three Wise Men was also dragged to the ground by a cable during a parade, leaving him confined to a wheelchair.

Spectacular fireball False two euro “Moses” the coins could have water dog survives was like “Star of netted a million amazing journey Bethlehem” RARE EVENT

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N amazing story of a water dog which survived a 100-mile journey embedded in the front grille of a lorry has won the hearts of social network users.

The driver was unaware that the animal had been hit headon and only discovered it lodged in the radiator mesh when he arrived at his destination hours later.

Miraculously, the dog survived not only the impact but the journey as well though urgent veterinary treatment was needed for several broken bones. Vets narrowly avoided having to amputate a leg and implanted titanium plates instead.

A police officer was so touched by the story that he adopted the dog and named it “Moses” because he considered it “a miracle at Christmas.” The dog had no microchip or collar to indicate where it had come from.

So many people read the

story, posted on Facebook and in Spanish newspaper Sur.es, that donations poured in to pay the veterinary bill and the target was met within 48 hours.

So much money has now been raised that all the excess funds are to be donated to a local animal charity.

It is believed the dog was hit in Osuna in Seville and survived the trip to Mijas on the Costa del Sol where he was discovered by the truck owner at dawn.

Police officer Jordi Ríos told Sur.es said had always wanted a dog and had been moved by the incident which he heard about over the radios. His brother had shared the story on Facebook and the fund had snowballed from there.

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N lookers watched in amazement as a Christmas fireball, said to look like the “Star of Bethlehem”, travelled 1,200 kilometres in just one minute across the earth.

The phenomenon happened on Christmas Eve, with a video capturing the burning mass entering the atmosphere at a speed of 80,000 km an hour before re-entering space.

Many people saw the 100 kilo fireball as they were driving and had time to park their cars to witness the amazing sight which was echoed by a similar occurrence in Japan in 2006.

At one stage, it was just 75 kilometres above the ground, having started above Murcia and Almeria in Spain and then going across Portugal before disappearing over the Atlantic.

Some of those who saw the coast-to-coast fireball thought it was a satellite or spaceship.

“My family and I saw it. We were in Madrid and heading home when we saw a very bright ball of fire in the sky and a light trail behind it. We were ver y shocked and surprised there was nothing in the news that night. Now we know what it was,” said one.

Another commented: “It was going so slow that I even had time to call my son who was at home and we watched it together.”

The fireball was recorded by the University of Huelva where experts described the event as “very rare”.

You can see the video on www.youtube.com/ watch?v=QoFR978OU5k

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OLICE who raided three counterfeiting workshops in Spain said the machinery found could have produced 12,000 two euro coins every month for five years.

Three people have been arrested in connection with the investigation by the National Police in Madrid.

They seized various pieces of equipment, including camping gas cyclinders, knives, screwdrivers and lathes, as well as 8,000 counterfeit coins and another 400 in the process of being manufactured.

The gang could have netted around one million euros if the scam had not been detected.

Police said the false two euro coins were destined to be used in various ways, including putting into ticket machines for transport tickets.

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YBERCRIME is on the increase in Spain and criminals will try all sorts of scams to cheat people out of money, police have warned.

Internet scams include baits to get people to call premium numbers, fines for alleged downloads on mobiles, false job offers or apparent bargains in fraudulent ads are all being used as online tricks.

Police say people must use their commonsense and be wary of deals which seem too good to be true because they probably are.

Specialist officers say they have also detected an increase in con artists posing as represetatives of the official magazine of the National Police and Civil Guard, as well

as an increased risk of fraud in online gambling.

Thousands of people in Spain are being defrauded, including with offers to ring high tariff numbers, such as those starting with 905 or sending text messages asking the owner to contact them about a loan or a prize draw.

There are other phone scams which try and get people to spend money or to view some sort of picture of them.

Fraudsters are also increasingly homing in on whatsapp with scams.

This year, police in Spain

broke up a massive fraud involving a premium number linked to fake casting for Game of Thrones. Job vacancies which don´t exist are often advertised in this same way as a money-making scam. These can net as much as eleven euros a minute.

Watch out too for false messages pleading for money from someone said to be in dire need and ads for nonexistent rental properties or cut-price goods which require a deposit. Often, the advertiser will say they are out of Spain and ask for a transfer.

Police are also warning of a virus which blocks the user’s computer until a “fine” is paid and unfortunately, this has now

been adated to affect mobiles as well.

Meantime, the technique of phishing ( which tries to get your bank codes or credit card details) has been extended to online gambling to make fraudulent charges on your balance.

Spain has also seen a phone

scam in English alleged to come from Microsoft who tell the owner they have a fault on their computer and tr y to charge them for fixing it.

The social network sites are also being used more and more to spread false messages, such as ebola alerts which are untrue.

INTERNET SCAMS The overriding message is to act with commonsense and don’t be trusting of online offers and don’t give personal information or pin numbers or codes. Beware of so-called “good deals” and don’t assume the person on the other end is who they say they are.

SKIMMING TECHNIQUE

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ATIONAL Police agents have broken up a network based in Spain that defrauded 400,000 euros with cloned credit cards.

The gang used the technique known as skimmimg and operated in various countries of America, Asia and Europe.

Once they made duplicate cards, they carried out fictitious purchases as an arrangement with various stores, either in exchange for a percentage or top-range products.

Seventeen people were arrested in Madrid and five properties searched. In one of them, they found a lab set up to make the cloned cards.

The operation began following a tip-off from police in Romania who said there were a numbr of their citizens living in Spain involved in the fraud.

Preliminary investigations found that the group was led by five Romanians who were allegedly responsible for obtaining the data.

The modus operandi was, first, to get credit card data from various foreign countries to avoid detection rapidly. China was a particular target. A collaborating shop would net between ten and 30 per cent of the yield.

Police believe the 17 people include the ring leaders but have not ruled out further arrests.

They say 400 cards were being used which netted 400,000 euros.

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A year of challenges for K9

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T has been a year of changes and challenges and we have many people to thank for all their efforts in improving the conditions, walking the dogs, cleaning the kennels and supporters of the shop who both donate and buy. Without you, we wouldn’t be here and the animals would surely suffer, you are our backbone.

Life here never stops, not even for Christmas or New Year. So here’s what we have been up to just lately. More

than 150 guests attended our Christmas Dinner and we can safely say it was a huge success and everyone had a fantastic

time. The entertainment was provided by Aidy Evans and Storm Duo and we raised €1500 which went a long way to looking after the long stayers and the newcomers who currently call K9 Refuge their home.

We have also been busy rehoming so let’s remember all the deserving pets and what great success we have had in placing them in good homes, throughout the year.

This is Helen with her new owner in Germany and here is her story.

VOLUNTEER SAYS GOODBYE

End of an era

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T the recent Annual General Meeting of K9 animal refuge, Pat Bate decided it was time for her to call it a day. Affectionately known as Pat the Cat, the 76 year old was aware her poor mobility was having an effect on the contribution she was able to make to the K9 Association.

In the early days of her involvement with K9, Pat was an active participant in the physically demanding role of helping to run the kennels near Las Chafiras, along with her other roles.

Until 3 years ago, Pat was K9 treasurer and the driving force behind the organising of the monthly car boot sales at Los Gigantes and Costa del Silencio, the monthly good as new sale at Callao Salvaje and the quarterly auction of goods, also held at Costa del Silencio.

The K9 President, Elsie Clinton-Leslie, presented Pat with a Certificate of Appreciation of all her hard work over the years, a huge bouquet of flowers and a silver necklace with an appropriate pendant, a cat!

For the time being, Pat will continue to receive telephone calls regarding the collection of K9 red donation boxes from bars and other businesses, but will now delegate the actual collecting to those who are physically able to do so.

Committee meetings somehow will never be the same.

THE NEW COMMITTEE IS:

President: Vice President: Secretary: Treasurer: Publicity:

Our eyes met as she walked down the path peering into the kennels. I felt her need and knew I could help her. As she stopped at my kennel, I wagged my tail so she wouldn’t be afraid. She got down on her knees and made little kissy noises so I shoved my shoulder and my head up against the bars to comfort her. Her fingertips caressed my neck; she was desperate for companionship. I raised my paw to assure her that all would be well. Soon my kennel door opened and I jumped into her arms. I promised her I would keep her safe, always by her side and do everything I could to make a difference in her life. I was so fortunate that she came today. So many more are out there who haven’t visited yet, so many more to be saved but at least I could say I RESCUED A HUMAN today.

However, empty kennels are a rarity so if you are looking for a new dog in a new year, have a look at our website (http:// www.k9tenerife.com/) we have an ever-changing family of dogs and cats, young and old, tall and small, looking for a second chance and a happy life.

OTHER WAYS YOU CAN HELP ARE : Supporting the K9 Shop in Alcala Plaza, it is open each day from 10am till 2pm, except Sunday and all monies raised from sales go towards the care

of the many dogs and cats at the K9 refuge. The quality of the goods is excellent and as soon as new stock comes in it is flying off the shelf, so please, please, if you have anything you can offer then Lin, Muriel and the staff will be happy to receive it. If anyone wants to donate something and it needs collecting, contact either 611352881 or 646561035 to arrange.

We have a clothing stall at Alcala market each Monday and a second hand bookstall each Thursday at Fanabe Market. Both are mornings only.

Dog walkers are always

welcome to spend a couple of hours getting fit, meeting people (and dogs) out in the fresh air.

At K9, we always strive to do our best and see that every animal will be loved and cared for both physically and emotionally until their forever home is found. Therefore, to the volunteers, new and old, in South Tenerife and beyond, we thank you from the bottom of our hearts for everything you do to make our shelter a safe haven for all our four legged friends. The kennels are open EVERY day from 11am until 2pm. 667638468 is their number.

May you have a blessed 2015!

Elsie Clinton-Leslie Richard Sims Lin Maggs Mikey Braithwaite Mikey Braithwaite

Committee members: Hazel Eames Kennels Mike Bragg Kennels Muriel Perrin Shop Hannah Folan Shop

All Saints Church

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LL Saints Church, Puerto de la Cruz would like to thank all our regular congregation members and the many visitors who joined in our Christmas services. All the offerings over this period were given to support local charities. In total, over 1,300 euros was divided between Cruz Blanca, Cruz Rojo, Madre Mathilde and the Ludoteca in La Vera.

Dates for you diaries: January 13th sees the first Inter Quiz of the year at 7pm in the Church grounds. This time it will be hosted by ESTA, the local theatrical group. All the local teams will be competing against each other to win the cup for the month. For the price of one euro (the proceeds are donated to a charity chosen by the hosting team), you can enjoy a fun evening.

The first Car Boot of the New Year is on February 7th in the Church grounds, gates open 11.30am. Come along and support us and the many stallholders as you mingle among the many stalls looking for something you have always wanted and afterwards relax with friends in our eating áreas. The Bistro will be in full swing serving burgers, hot hogs or if you prefer quiche or a sándwich. Our Tea and Coffee shop will be open or if you prefer something stronger, the Bar . This is always a very popular event enjoyed by all .

As All Saints Church is in an Interregnum, our worship is being led by our Locum Priest Revd Ian Eglin from Devon. Revd Ian and his wife Caroline will be with us until March 23rd.

If you would like to contact him please phone 922384038.

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A busy New Year ahead for Accion del Sol

Live Arico Pets Animal Welfare Supporters wish everyone a Happy 2015

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APPY 2015 to all our loyal supporters. We sure couldn’t do what we do without you. Let’s have another great year of rescuing, rehoming and just trying to make Tenerife a better place for our 4 legged friends. just over 2,000 euros in to our collection buckets.

That’s a thousand euros to each charity, enormous and heartfelt thanks! See you next year.

Thank you Top Square Golf del Sur Where we had a great fundraiser on the 26th December, raising 700 euros! Suzy Q was unable to be there following a horse riding accident the previous week, but the show must go on as they say, and entertainers Colin Stevens, Alfie, Michaela Jay, Kerr y Railton, Dave Michaels, Tanya Tevaro and Nik Page stepped up to the plate in fine style. Thank you all, and of course to our Golf del Sur faithful, we love you all!

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OOKING back on 2014, it was yet another extremely busy year for Accion del Sol with 480 dogs collected by Protection Civil from our streets of Tenerife.

Of these, 350 were lucky to be adopted either here or in Germany but that still leaves almost 200 dogs at the refuge waiting hopefully for their day to come when they will have a new loving home, so if you are thinking of adopting a dog then please do come and visit the refuge. No adoption fee is charged but donations are very welcome; every dog is fully innoculated, microchipped, passported, castrated/sterilised , free from heart worm, parasites and has a clean bill of health.

Now the Christmas festivities are over and maybe you have indulged in a mince pie too many then please remember there are so many dogs at the refuge that would love a walk and a bit of well deserved TIC in the surrounding natural landscape of the refuge , a healthy way to start the new

year and maybe lose a kilo or two in the process.

Our next fund raising event will be at the refuge on May 9th and the theme is spring flowers, pets and children.

Please take a photo of your pet or child with flowers and submit it to teneriffa@aktiontier.org where they will be printed out and displayed. The best three will be awarded prizes at the spring event. You are welcome to submit as many pictures as you like.

Please remember if you do find a dog abandoned on the streets then the number to call is 010 to arrange collection .

Arona town council have been doing spot checks in various areas ensuring dogs have all the legal required paperwork and that owners are picking up their dogs mess so please be aware and

extra careful to ensure you do not incur a large fine by failing to meet the legal requirements of being a dog owner here in Tenerife.

Accion Del sol would like to thank everyone who has helped and supported the refuge over the last year, without your help we would not be able to continue our work here in Tenerife.

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 very 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 13.00-16.00 . The refuge is closed Wednesdays, Sundays and on Public holidays.

Do Something Awesome This Year, Adopt a Rescue Dog Finally we can announce that our dog show, in collaboration with the Ayuntamiento de San Miguel, will go ahead on the 25th January from 12pm, next to the Cultural Centre at Llano del Camello. Its only 2euros to enter your pooch, so come and have a great afternoon with us.

Then on Sunday the 21st February we have chartered the Mustcat catamaran and will be having a private party from 14:30, sailing from Las Galletas. If the sad fact of whales and dolphins being kept in captivity and performing tricks for food bothers you, then come out with us and see them in their natural environment.

We ask only 20 euros per ticket, which includes drinks, for the three hour excursion, which is less than half of the normal price. A donation from the proceeds will be made to Sea Shepherd, to recognize the outstanding work they do to preserve our oceans and marine life.

For more information on either of the above events call Sue on 629 388102.

Thank you Iceland Las Chafiras Yes, once again we packed all those bags on Xmas Week, in collaboration with Helping Hands, and once again we were rewarded handsomely by the kind shoppers, who threw

We at Live Arico would like to see an end to puppy farms, back street breeders and the sales of live animals from pet shops. Clearly this is not something that can happen overnight, but please, in the meantime, if you are considering a pet, rescue one. The rewards are endless, and if the demand for pet shop pups diminishes, well, it is a start. Every dog bred or bought takes away the chance of happiness from a rescue dog. Many thanks.

Live Arico Shops San Eugenio shop now open Sundays 12 – 3pm!

If you have QUALITY unwanted clothes, cds, dvds, shoes, household items or childrens clothing, call Siobhan now on 630 857626.

And do come and see us, we have shops in Los Cristianos, Calle Revron near Churchills Bar, and San Eugenio opposite Hotel La Nina

by Amandas bar at las Carabelas complex.

Both shops open from 10 – 4 Monday to Friday, and until 3pm Saturday and Sundays. Come and have a browse, bag a bargain and help the animals..

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Santa Cruz leads the way with a night where everyone was young

Santa Cruz Parade

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T wasn’t just children who felt forever young on the night of the Three Kings in Tenerife’s capital. The theme of the celebrations in Santa Cruz was “En busca de Peter Pan” (“In search of Peter Pan”) and the whole magical atmosphere made everyone feel young again, no matter what their real age.

Magic and illusion spread throughout the whole city with an estimated crowd of 220,000 people turning out for the muchanticipated occasion.

Thousands packed into the football stadium to welcome the arrival of the Three Kings by helicopter.

However, there were other special arrivals to cheer in the form of Captain Hook, Tinkerbell and Peter Pan who made their entrance on a zip line, much to the delight of the enthralled audience.

There was more than half an hour of entertainment before the VIP visitors arrived. They were handed the magic keys to the city by the Mayor, José Manuel Bermúdez and councillor for fiestas, Fernando Ballesteros.

The Magi later left the stadium to tour around the streets which for the first time did not feature animals, with the exception of the camels.

Another safety issue concerned the traditional throwing of sweets which for the most part was banned and people stuck

to it, with some exceptions.

The use of animals in Spanish parades has become quite a talking point following a number of incidents on the mainland. In one, two oxen pulling a cart were spooked and very nearly ran into the crowd but for the swift actions of stewards who managed to contain them.

Fortunately, there were no incidents in Santa Cruz and the grand parade finally came to a close in the plaza de la Candelaria.

Afterwards, there was a huge tidying up operation during which 456,970 kilograms of rubbish was collected. Fourth deputy Mayor, Damaso Arteaga said it had been a massive undertaking with the aim of returning the streets back to normal as soon as possible and showing no signs of the after-math of the celebrations.

In La Laguna, the Three Kings arrived by a different mode of transport - on board a tram!

Once again, the cele-

brations attracted a huge crowd which was entertained by music and magic and a procession through the streets.

Sweets were distributed here, around 4,000, in fact.

There was an abundance of colour in the parade with floats and children’s characters, folk

Gúímar celebrations

groups, motorcycles, the police, volunteer firefighters and more.

These were the happy scenes reflected all over Tenerife, from Guimar to San Juan de la Rambla to Puerto de la Cruz and on the other islands too.

In Los Cristianos, the Three Kings chose to arrive by boat at the port before the procession through the streets, ending at the Plaza del Pescador.

About 10,000 people cheered on the calvacade in Guimar where young gymnasts joined the parade, together with dancers and musicians and volunteer firefighters who brought along their pet mascot.

In Puerto de la Cruz, the traditional celebrations were enjoyed by local people and tourists alike whilst there were smaller parades in many other of the islands’ villages and towns.

The main objective was to welcome the Kings and for children to present them with their Christmas gift wish lists, hence the magic keys so their dreams could come true on the morning of January 6th.

Special visitors arrive in open-top classic cars

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HERE was an extra dimension for the arrival of the Three Kings in Granadilla.

Before parading through the town on their traditional camels, the very special visitors had turned up in the municipality in open-top classic cars.

Thousands of people joined in the celebrations which started in the early afternoon with festivities and many surprises organised by the local council’s departments of culture and fiestas.

At 6pm, there was the offering of baby Jesus at the church of San Antonio de Padua and a performance by Granadilla singer, Neo Pinto.

The Magi then took to their camels for the grand parade through the streets, over a route more than one and half kilometres in length. They were joined by familiar children’s characters and musical bands, as well as the classic car club Adacates and with the collaboration of the local post office.

At the municipal hall, children presented their letters to the Three Kings.

The parade was a fitting end to the Christmas celebrations in Granadilla which had featured more than 50 events.

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A special night of illusion as Magi fly in to Adeje

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Night of the Orient enchants in La Orotava EGYPTIAN CHARIOTS

MASSIVE CROWDS

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The Three Kings flew in at 6pm and were welcomed by the Mayor, José Miguel Rodríguez Fraga who presented them with their magic keys so they could deliver presents to local children.

The crowds had started to gather from 4pm so entertainment was provided to occupy them during their long wait. The local council’s culture department prepared a show which featured wellknown characters from “Frozen”.

The Mayor told the Three Kings he was delighted to welcome them to Adeje and

Photos by Gerard Zenou

HE arrival of Melchior, Caspar and Balthazar in Adeje was as spectacular as ever. More than 2,000 people gathered at the municipal football field to see them arrive in a brand new helicopter and a 10,000-strong crowd lined the streets to see the traditional parade.

extolled the virtues of local adults and children alike, saying: “We are a town of hardworking, honest and healthy people. We have been good people who have worked for a better and prosperous Adeje.”

He also praised the children for their behaviour and said 2015 was kicking off with hope and excitement. It was, he said, a special night of illusion.

After the presentation of the keys, the parade took to the streets, starting from the Adeje health centre and touring Calle Grande and other roads of the

municipality. More than 10,000 people lined the pavements to greet the Three Kings and their entourage who distributed hundreds of kilos of sweets.

Each of the Kings sat on a spectacular float, with three others featuring the nativity scene, Virgin Mary and baby Jesus. They were joined by musical bands and teachers and students from the Adeje Municipal School of Music and Adeje Music Band.

Also taking part were Adeje volunteer firefighters, the post office, Teatro KDO, Ballet

Beanky, Dixie Band and Tenerife Tigers Cheer Leaders.

The crowd was able to spot a wide range of well-known cartoon characters including Shrek and Fiona, Spiderman, Garfield the cat, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, Hello Kitty, Sponge Bob, Mickey and Minnie and the Ninja Turtles amongst many others.

At the end of the procession was a truck carrying coal.

On in the plaza España, the Magi sat on their special thrones to receive letters from the children.

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NE of the biggest crowds of the night could be found in La Orotava when more than 25,000 people enjoyed the arrival of the Majesties.

All ages lined the streets as a magical night of illusion, colour and fun unfolded in the streets of the centre.

The programme had started in the afternoon with a welcome from the Mayor, Francisco Linares during the official reception for the Three Kings who received little wish cards from the children.

The grand parade started from the football camp of Los Cuartos at 8pm and followed a route around the streets and avenues, finishing in the Plaza del Ayuntamiento for the traditional nativity play and the receipt of more letters.

The calvacade featured six floats which were accompanied by The Band of Bugles and Drums of San Juan Bautista and a group of Oriental acrobats, acrobats, jugglers, fire-eaters and pages distributing whistles, as well as several

dance and musical groups.

There was certainly no shortage of Roman soldiers, centurions, Hebrew shepherds and dancers from different cultures.

One of the novelties of the La Orotava parade is the appearance of figures known as “gigantes” (figures wearing big heads) and these were joined by giants, Disney personalities, the fanfare of El Casco, the Simpson family and period characters carrying torches and banners.

During the entire proceedings, around 2,000 kilos of sweets were distributed, plus 3,500 whistles, 1,500 stars, 200 incense sticks, 100 torches and 1,000 balloons, all provided by the fiesta department.

Most acclaimed, however, was the entourage of the Three Kings, complete with Egyptian chariot and dancers.

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EOPLE are getting fatter and it is affecting our pet’s health as well. We love our pets and like to give them the little indulgences that we enjoy, so pets are gaining weight too. And we like our pets to be “well-rounded” – most pet dogs have considerably more body fat than dogs in the wild but wild and feral dogs are often closer to the way a fit dog should look.

Being overweight can have lasting consequences and can even be fatal. Studies have shown that overweight dogs do not live as long and are more prone to illnesses that spoil their quality of life, such as arthritis, breathing difficulties, heart problems and diabetes. There is a genuine risk of killing your pet with kindness.

The way the body works changes considerably in overweight animals. Once an animal is overweight, the working speed of the body slows and they are less active so they do not need to eat much to maintain their weight. It is rare for medical problems to cause obesity in dogs.

He always seems hungry...

Fortunately dogs cannot buy chocolate on the way home from work, nor do they have to recover from “bad hair days” with chocolate bars at tea break! Responsible owners should learn to resist soulful eyes.

Dogs are scavengers in the wild and it is natural for them to eat everything they find, whether they are hungry or not. Begging for food is a trick that they quickly learn to exploit and it is our fault for giving them treats when we are eating.

Only giving them treats “now and then” makes things worse.

The scientific name for this is “variable reinforcement” and it is why people play fruit machines – the occasional win makes up for all the losses. The cure is for all the people in the house to learn never to give treats when eating or to shut the dog in another room at mealtimes. And do not let your dog follow small children who are snacking and “hoover up”.

There is a lot of variation in the energy that different individuals require daily and feeding packets tend to recommend an overgenerous daily amount. Do not be alarmed if your dog generally seems to have quite a small appetite but do consult your vet if there is a sudden loss of appetite. If you are concerned about your dog’s weight, consult your vet. The guidelines below give an indication of how to find out if your pet is the right weight.

START YOUNG There is evidence that chubby puppies become fat adults.

Breeds likely to get joint problems such as poor hips (hip dysplasia) are more likely to develop these problems with overfeeding. Feed your puppy the minimum amount for the body weight recommended on the packet, and monitor body shape as your dog grows. Ask the vet to check at vaccination time.

If an otherwise healthy, happy dog seems reluctant to eat do not be tempted to offer different foods or human foods to coax his or her appetite. You may cause your pet to become a fussy eater.

Dogs fed human foods often over eat and become overweight, even on foods relatively low in fat, such as chicken. However, if your dog eats nothing at all for more than 24 hours, contact your vet for advice.

IS MY DOG OVERWEIGHT? You cannot tell by weighing a dog and looking at tables of “right weight for breed” because all individuals are different.

The only way is to look at body shape and assess body fat. Does your pet have a potbelly? Viewed from above, does your dog have a waist – that is, does the body taper after the rib cage? Can you easily feel your dog’s ribs? No waist, a bit of a paunch, and a wellcushioned ribcage means it is time to take action. The average “chubby” pet is usually at least 15 per cent overweight.

THE NEXT STEP It is best to start with a trip to the vet. Although increasing

exercise is not enough on its own, it is helpful, although your pet will need a check-up for medical conditions that could interfere.

Using a special calorie-controlled food from the vet is usually the most effective way of losing weight and well worth considering.

Many vets run weight control clinics providing regular checkups. They are often free of charge, and help to ensure that the diet is working, and that weight loss is not occurring too rapidly.

A FOOD DIARY Make a record of everything – including table scraps and treats – that your dog eats for a few days. This is often valuable in highlighting “extras” that your pet is getting. A dog that does not seem to eat much dog food probably still has an appetite for sausages and chocolate biscuits!

WEIGHT WATCHERS! With calorie-controlled food from the vet, you will be advised how much to feed daily. This will be for the target weight – not the current weight – of your dog. It is best to weigh food out daily, at least to start with. Many dry diets come with calibrated scoops but it is easy to overfill these. You can reduce hunger by feeding two or three times a day, so long as you don’t go above the daily recommended amount. If you must feed treats, either take these out of the daily ration, or choose low calorie items, such as a piece of carrot, apple, or rice cake.

If you are not using one of the recommended “calorie-control” foods, but just reducing the amount of normal food, the diet is less likely to be successful. You can try buying a “light” (or “lite”) diet and feeding three-quarters of what is recommended on the packet for your dog’s “target” (ie the right, slim) weight. This is usually about 15 per cent less than the current weight, but if you are unsure, check with your vet. However, many of these diets are designed to avoid weight gain, but they are not “reducing” diets to promote weight loss. If your pet is not losing weight after two months, you should consider changing to a diet from the vet.

Remember non-fattening treats too, such as going for a walk, playing a game or simply stroking and giving attention. They last longer than food, help to strengthen your relationship more – and are good for your health too!

GOING TO THE GYM? Don’t expect to walk or run off the calories; dogs are very active creatures, so achieving the equivalent of a “human gym workout” is practically impossible! Increasing exercise alone is not enough, although it is helpful. Start gradually, and be especially careful with elderly pets, particularly in hot weather.

Older pets should see the vet first. Little and often is the safest way to start. Try to take your dog out at least twice a day, and

start to introduce active games – ambling down the road on a lead is not going to burn off many calories. Increase the activity level at home as well. Buy toys in which you can hide food, such as buster cubes, but remember to deduct the “treat” from the daily food allowance.

HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE? Most dogs that look overweight are at least 15 per cent overweight. So a dog of 40 kilogram(s) (88 pounds) may be six kilogram(s) (13.25 pounds) overweight, and a 12 kilogram(s) (26.5 pounds) dog may be 1.8 kilogram(s) (four pounds) over.

A safe rate of weight loss is one per cent weekly. In the example above the larger dog should be shedding 1.6 kilogram(s) (3.5 pounds) over a month, and the smaller 0.48 kilogram(s) (one pound). Confused? Look for a vet with a weight clinic!

When your dog reaches the target weight, take another look.

Is your pet “in shape”, with a waist and a slender tummy? Can you feel the ribs easily? If not, continue with the diet. If the dog is now perfect, do not slip back into old habits, even though your pet may now be more active. You can increase feeding a little – say by ten per cent – and weigh your pet every fortnight to check that the weight is not creeping back. Diets are available that are reduced in calories, but not restricted enough to reduce weight, but which – correctly fed – will stop it creeping back on. Ask your vet for advice.

THE DIET ISN’T WORKING...

Drugs to help with weight loss are now available from vets.

However, they are an aid to slimming and cannot be used indefinitely, so lifestyle changes are still essential. There may be mild side effects (such as diarrhoea) but they could be especially useful where weight loss is essential to help a medical problem.

All dogs are different, so if yours is not losing weight on the diet, it may be that your dog burns calories slowly. The daily food intake is above your dog’s energy needs and needs to be reduced further. Consult your vet for advice – but first, check that everybody in the house is sticking to the diet. It only takes one person who “feels sorry” for the dog and is cheating to ruin the whole diet!

Explain that they are putting the dog’s health at risk and may be reducing life expectancy.

THE HIGH COST OF SNACKING...

A slice of buttered toast to a cocker spaniel provides about a sixth of the daily calorie requirement – or two bags of crisps for a person A sausage to a Staffie is the equivalent of one and a half chocolate bars to a person A chocolate digestive to a Jack Russell is almost the same as a portion of chips to a person

TREATS YOU CAN GIVE Giving treats, other than for training, is not essential – and for any dog, they do not have to be large! A “treat” should always be given in portions no bigger than the nail of your first finger! Many dogs like crunchy, raw vegetables, such as a piece of carrot or cucumber, or even a piece of rice cake. If you are feeding a dry food, when you weigh out the daily “ration”, set aside a few biscuits from this and give throughout the day.

Information courtesy of Blue Cross animal charity.

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15TH JANUARY 21:00

GUIDE

Detective drama series set on a Caribbean island. The team enters the world of surfing when DI Goodman is convinced that there is more to the murder of a surf instructor than meets the eye. Dwayne works hard to impress the new sergeant.

Director: Richard Signy Starring: Kris Marshall, Sara Martins, Danny John-Jules, Jobert Josephine, Hetti Bywater, Simon Day

DEATH IN PARADISE (DRAMA)

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LIVE AND LET DIE (FILM)

Spy drama in which James Bond uncovers a plan by a drugs kingpin to get the world hooked on heroin. Investigating the murders of three British agents, 007 finds himself a target of Harlem gangsters as he closes in on a dangerous criminal mastermind. Teaming up with a tarot card reader, Bond tracks his adversary to a Caribbean island where he encounters assassins, crocodiles and voodoo.

Director: Guy Hamilton Starring: Roger Moore, Yaphet Kotto, Jane Seymour, Clifton James, Julius Harris, Geoffrey Holder

20TH JANUARY 20:00 WEIGHING UP THE ENEMY (HEALTH) Dr Christian Jessen continues to tackle the number one reason for diet failure head on - dwindling motivation. Minibus driver and single mum Deb meets Wendy, a registered carer for her husband, who is disabled, and has been drawing benefits for the past seven years. Deb has a firm work ethic and believes everyone should work to set an example for their children; Wendy feels entitled to her benefits. Both are staking their own money on losing more weight than the other. Dr Christian also takes a look at the true cost of the nation’s growing weight problem and whether paying premium prices for diet products are worth the outlay.

Comedy drama series about a British bomb disposal detachment in Afghanistan. A blast from the past knocks Nick off his game. Bird tries to teach Mary a lesson that the padre is out of touch with the troops.

Starring: Oliver Chris, Matthew Lewis, Stephen Wight, Scott Hoatson, Jamie Quinn, Katie Lyons

(STEREO, REPEAT, WIDESCREEN, SUBTITLES, SERIES 3, PART 2, AUDIO DESCRIBED, 4 STAR) Charming animation. Noddy plans a parade through Toy Town, but the goblins mix up the routes by turning the arrows around and sending the marchers the wrong way. Noddy takes to his helicopter and skywrites a drawing of an arrow to get the marchers back on track. Along the way, they gather up the meddlesome Goblins and make them take part in the parade!

BRING BACK BORSTAL (DOCUMENTARY)

19TH JANUARY 21:00

SILENT WITNESS (DRAMA) BLUESTONE 42 (SITCOM)

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Forensic crime drama series. When suspected paedophile Dale Barge is found murdered in a children’s playground, Nikki and Jack are brought in by inexperienced detective Rory Drennan. It’s not long before the team link Barge’s death to a missing child, Lizzie Craddock. Jack teams up with hard-nosed child protection DI Gina Conroy. They put pressure on Lizzie’s parents Johnnie and Cheryl to try to find her. Lizzie’s social worker Louise is brought in to help, and Nikki encourages her to stay positive when she blames herself for Lizzie’s disappearance.

Director: Daniel O’Hara Starring: Emilia Fox, David Caves, Richard Lintern, Liz Carr, Claudie Blakley, Jason Maza

16TH JANUARY 07:50 NODDY IN TOYLAND (ANIMATION)

A fascinating four-part series which follows a social experiment in which 13 young offenders volunteer to experience the strict regime of a 1930s-style Borstal for up to four weeks. In the second programme, four of the boys have already quit and the nine remaining must learn to take responsibility for the running of the institution including cooking, laundry and washing duties. Tensions between the lads and staff reach breaking point as London rioter Valero kicks off about the food, and the Kearney brothers clash with Matron. The Governor pins his hopes on the intervention of reformed 70s gangster Noel ‘Razor’ Smith, and a visit from the local vicar.

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Breakfast Wanted Down Under Homes Under the Hammer Caught Red Handed Rip Off Britain Bargain Hunt BBC News at One BBC London News Doctors Father Brown Escape to the Country James Martin: Home Comforts Antiques Road Trip Pointless BBC News at Six BBC London News The One Show Match of the Day Live BBC News at Ten BBC London News BBC Weather A Question of Sport Film 2015 Film Keeping Up with the Steins Weather for the Week Ahead BBC News

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Coverage of Prime Minister’s Questions from the House of Commons at 12.00, interspersed with discussions, interviews and reports from around the country. Presented by Andrew Neil and Jo Coburn 13:00 18:00 18:30 19:00 20:00 21:00 22:00 22:30 23:20

Live Snooker: The Masters Eggheads Great British Railway Journeys Great British Garden Revival Nature’s Weirdest Events Horizon W1A Newsnight Snooker: The Masters

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Live Big Bash Cricket One-Day Inter. Cricket Best of ICC WT20 One-Day Inter. Cricket WWE From the Vault WWE Slam City The WWE Experience WWE: Raw Ringside One-Day Inter. Cricket

FRIDAY 16TH JANUARY 2015

TENERIFE NEWS 517 I TV GUIDE

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Breakfast Wanted Down Under Homes Under the Hammer Caught Red Handed Rip Off Britain Bargain Hunt BBC News at One BBC London News Doctors Father Brown Escape to the Country James Martin: Home Comforts Antiques Road Trip Pointless BBC News at Six BBC London News The One Show A Question of Sport EastEnders Room 101 The Musketeers BBC News at Ten BBC London News The Graham Norton Bluestone 42 EastEnders Omnibus Weather for the Week Ahead BBC News

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Live One-Day Inter. Cricket

Australia v England. Coverage of the opening match of the ODI Tri-series, which sees the rivals face each other at the Sydney Cricket Ground. Both teams will be looking to make a positive start in the competition that also features India, but England may find themselves a little shorthanded as they attempt to acclimatise to the change in conditions and playing surfaces, which are in stark contrast to their recent tour of Sri Lanka.

SATURDAY 17TH JANUARY 2015

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Suspenseful thriller in which two sisters return to their Colorado home town only to find that the whole population has been wiped out by a mysterious force. Teaming up with the sheriff, his lecherous deputy and an ex-FBI agent, they are then terrorised by a supernatural power responsible for mass human disappearances throughout history.

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Animal Park Skyrunners Henry VIII and His Six Wives Fred Dibnah’s Building of Britain Fred Dibnah’s Building of Britain British Isles: A Natural History James Martin: Home Comforts Talking Pictures The Wind and the Lion Escape to the Country Live Snooker: The Masters Flog It! Dad’s Army

A landmine cuts off all power and communications services in Walmington-on-Sea, but Captain Mainwaring rises to the challenge by declaring martial law, while Pike also gets stuck - in some iron railings, that is. Vintage comedy, starring Arthur Lowe and Ian Lavender. First shown in 1974 19:00 22:30

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Planet’s Got Talent Harry Hill’s Stars in Their Eyes Take Me Out Film Bridget Jones’s Diary ITV News and Weather Film Always

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50 Years of Rock Excess: Amps, Whips and Rebel Riffs Hollyoaks Omnibus

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SUNDAY 18TH JANUARY 2015

Breakfast Match of the Day The Andrew Marr Show The Big Questions Sunday Politics MOTD2 Extra BBC News Bargain Hunt Flog It! Escape to the Country Lifeline Songs of Praise Film Shrek The Third Celebrity Mastermind BBC News BBC London News Countryfile Still Open All Hours Call the Midwife Last Tango in Halifax BBC News BBC London News Match of the Day 2 The Celebrity Apprentice USA Weather for the Week Ahead BBC News

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Glorious Gardens From Above aCountryfile The Football League Show Saturday Kitchen Food and Drink

Tom Kerridge is joined by Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall for a discussion on the best of British food, with the River Cottage chef cooking a classic roast chicken to go up against the host’s stew and dumplings. Plus, resident drinks expert Joe Wadsack samples a wine made in London and restaurateur Oliver Peyton puts cured meats from the UK under the spotlight 12:20

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MONDAY 19TH JANUARY 2015

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Spanish Property Insight Property prices, December 27, 2014

Tax Reform To Accelerate End-Year Fall in Spanish Property Prices Says BBVA Research

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By Mark St端cklin

BVA Research has warned that changes in property taxes introduced by the govern ment in the latest tax reform may drive down house prices in the short term, and argue it would have been more advisable to increase tax revenue via property rates (known as IBI in Spain).

In its latest bout of tinkering with the tax code, the Spanish Government has eliminated the inflation-relief coefficient on property sales, whilst the abatement coefficient that reduced capital gains on properties acquired before 1994 now only applies to the first 400,000 euros.

BBVA Research point out that some tax breaks still remain in place, namely when a vendor sells a primary residence and uses the proceeds to buy another main home, or if the vendor is over 65 or disabled.

According to BBVA Research, these changes will affect Spanish property prices because owners will be trying to sell before the reform comes into force at the end of the year, which could lead to a sharp drop in prices in the closing days of 2014.

Once the new laws come into force, owners could directly add the increase in taxes to the price, as was the case with the tax deduction for purchases.

BBVA Research also warn of the impact of the supply of property for sale, since the tax measures could dissuade owners from selling and lead to an increase in empty properties or in the stock of rental properties.

As the same time, it could lead to owners declaring a lower value to reduce their capital gains. In Spain, high tax rates tend to lead to tax evasion and undeclared cash payments.

Though largely critical of the latest tax changes, BBVA Research did welcome the elimination of tax breaks for rental tenants as these distorted the market through higher rental prices. It also welcomed the reduction in tax exemption for landlords, although it argues a full elimination would have been better.

Written by Mark St端cklin Mark St端cklin is a Barcelona-based property market analyst and consultant, and author of the 'Spanish Property Doctor' column in the Sunday Times (2005 - 2008). He can be reached by email on ms@spanishpropertyinsight.com.

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Surveys crucial for Spanish property

Brits investing money in Spanish property are being urged to carry out a thorough survey before taking the financial plunge.

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HE love affair with Spanish property is still in its honeymoon stage for a vast majority of British overseas property owners. Many thousands of Brits are buying property in Spain every year, but too many are investing money with their eyes closed by failing to carry out a building survey on their new home.

The importance of having a survey carried out cannot be overlooked when buying a property in Spain as there are a number of things that could go wrong with the property which are not immediately obvious to the untrained eye, warns Banco Halifax Hispania.

Although surveying fees will increase the purchase cost, this sum is a relatively small price to pay for peace of mind, compared to the expense of tr ying to sort out unexpected difficulties in the future. It also makes sense to know exactly what you are buying into.

A building surveyor will help to identify any major or minor faults and their possible implications. Finding out about these potential problems at an early stage of buying may even help the renegotiation of a cheaper sales price to reflect the cost of repairs. In a full buildings survey, walls will be tested for damp and an evaluation will be made on existing damp-proofing, insulation and drainage.

They will also be able to recommend any further inspections.

This process is likely to be much smoother if the surveyor in Spain is fluent in English and has local knowledge and experience of acting for British customers.

It is also good practice to use an independent solicitor rather than one that has been appointed by the agent that

you are buying property from in order to protect your best interests.

Banco Halifax Hispania has an approved panel of Englishspeaking Spanish surveyors who can assist you during your property purchase. They can also recommend Englishspeaking Spanish solicitors who will ensure that all aspects of the purchase, including planning permission, title deeds and other legal requirements, are satisfactory and will investigate the property as thoroughly as possible. They will also be able to carry out searches and legal investigations and check that there are no outstanding debts on the property.

Ian Smith, head of European Operations at Halifax, comments: “Our approved panel of independent solicitors and surveyors are all experts who can provide sound guidance and reliable advice and we recommend that anyone intending to purchase property in Spain arranges a consultation as early as possible.

“Few people would consider buying a property in the UK without instructing a solicitor or surveyor and the same care and consideration should be taken when buying abroad.”

Banco Halifax Hispania offers a range of current accounts and mortgages for Britons looking to buy a holiday home in Spain. For more information on their services for Spanish property buyers, visit their website (www.halifax.es). They also provide an English-speaking helpline within the UK for customers who wish to sort out their financial options prior to arriving in Spain. The helpline answers queries about what is involved in buying in Spain and can arrange for the completion of mortgage and bank account application papers.

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24 Hours in Police Custody The CCTV Traffic Wardens: Caught on Camera One Born Every Minute Weighing Up the Enemy Food Unwrapped

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Classic comedy with the Home Guard during the Second World War, starring Arthur Lowe, John Le Mesurier, Ian Lavender and Clive Dunn 21:00 22:00

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The Deception Verification. Series 7, episode 2.

Leonard returns early from his research expedition as a surprise for Penny, but Sheldon is upset that he wasn’t in on the secret.

Bernadette is concerned when Howard becomes moody and over-sensitive. Could his relationship with his mother be at the heart of the matter?

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David Jason is reprising his role of Granville who, alongside his son, now runs the back-water grocery store inherited from his uncle Albert Arkwright, played by Ronnie Barker in the original series.

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Glorious Gardens From Above Countryfile The Football League Show FA Cup Football Saturday Kitchen Carve Her Name with Pride

The bilingual widow of a French officer is enlisted as a spy for Britain’s Special Operations Executive, and risks her life by going behind enemy lines in occupied France to salvage a resistance unit. Lewis Gilbert’s drama, based on the true story of the Second World War heroine Violette Szabo, starring Virginia McKenna, Paul Scofield, Jack Warner, Sydney Tafler and Billie Whitelaw 14:30 17:15

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Holby City·

Fletch’s ex-wife Natalie turns up drunk on AAU with her best friend Bex, and tension rises as she proceeds to wash their dirty laundry in public. Jonny berates Guy for his new theatre initiative - but does his anger have more to do with the fact that the CEO and Jac have been getting close just recently? Sacha is concerned that Rachel’s infection isn’t clearing up, while she just wants to be well enough to sit her mock GCSEs - but a shocking discovery leaves both of them reeling

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“Live for ever” as underwater artist progresses with spectacular ocean-bed museum

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HE incredible underwater diving museum planned for the sea bed of Lanzarote is going to be even more spectacular than ever envisaged.

Indies.

He is planning to do the same in the Canary Islands with the spectacular museum hosting around 300 sculptures on the ocean bed of Lanzarote.

It will be centred around a large underwater gateway or “portal” and seascaped in the form of a botanical garden referencing the local flora and fauna of Lanzarote which is currently listed as a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve.

The project is to be constructed within a protected bay on a flat barren area of sand, 14 metres deep and around 150m away from the

The music begins as 31st festival swings into action

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LASSICAL music is taking centre-stage in the Canary Islands until February 13th.

The 31st International Music Festival opened on January 11th, with the first notes sounded in the Auditorio de Tenerife Adán Martín.

The FIMC ( Festival Internacional de Música de Canarias) is one of the most important classical music Festivals in Spain. As usual, it offers a programme of extraordinary quality.

Organized by the Canary Islands Government, in collaboration with the councils and sponsors, this festival edition includes 20 series concerts, ten in each of the main capital islands, the Auditorio Alfredo Kraus in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria and Auditorium de Tenerife ‘Adán Martín’ plus 20 concerts in surprising venues in La Palma, Fuerteventura, Lanzarote, La Gomera, El Hierro and La Graciosa.

In total, there will be 41 concerts that include the presence of internationally renowned artists such as the composer and conductor Krzysztof Penderecki, conductors Yuri Termirkánov, Trevor Pinnock and Mark Minkowski, pianist Maria Joao Pires, countertenor Bejun Mehta and violinist Lara St. John.

They are joined by first class national musical personalities,

including pianist Javier Perianes and Xavier de Maistre. In addition to the legendar y St. Petersburg Philharmonic Orchestra, the programme is completed by the Tenerife Symphony Orchestra and Philharmonic Orchestra of Gran Canaria and other reduced orchestras such as the British Britten Sinfonia or the historicists Les Musiciens du Louvre, I Turchini and Akademie für Alte and Musik Berlin.

For concert details in English, see http://www.gobiernodecanarias.org/ccdpsv/ cultura/31festivaldecanarias/ en/index.html

where people are in love with nature and art”.

The sculptures will be positioned between 12 and 15 metres below the sea so they can be visited by divers of all levels and on some days, will even be visible from the surface.

Around 40 of the initial figures are already cast ready to be incorporated into the first installation.

Pictures courtesy of www.jasondecairestaylor.com

The Cabildo revealed details of the ambitious project late last year and now new pictures have emerged showing just what is planned.

The award-winning British artist behind the idea is even giving people the chance to “live forever ” by immortalising them in stone under the ocean.

Jason deCaires Taylor is a qualified diving instructor, underwater naturalist, award-winning underwater photographer and in 2006, founded and created the world’s first underwater sculpture park off the coast of Grenada in the West

adjacent coastline. with ten different scenarios.

Many of the incredible stone creations are already finished but people have been given the chance to sit as models for a live cast, either as individuals or as a couple as he has recently pioneered a new technique to achieve this. The sittings take place in his Lanzarote studio and take two to three hours.

Jason deCaires Taylor recently received an award in Washington after he was named one of the top 100 personalities who had “shaken the world” over the last year.

The British artist said he could have chosen anywhere in the world for the new museum but wanted Lanzarote because “it is a place

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Discover Tegueste and its charms with 27 guided tours in English

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EGUESTE is one of the prettiest and most interesting places to visit on Tenerife and 2015 will offer you every chance to discover it for yourself.

The local council has arranged no less than 27 guided tours from January through to December which will be conducted in Spanish, English, German and/or French.

The cost is just two euros per person and includes a visit to the Casa Los Zamorano.

The walks will take in all parts of the municipality, such as its vineyards, areas of laurel, Barranco Agua de Dios, wine cellars and the traditional carts of the romerias.

There will also be walks for

the Noche de San Juan, photography, bird-watching, religious landmarks and sky and star-gazing.

The programme has been launched by the tourist department under Marcela del Castillo to show local people and tourists alike just what Tegueste has to offer from a cultural, archaeological, landscape and local produce point of view.

Prior registration is essential for all of them as spaces will be limited so do call 922 31 61 02 if interested. You can also

get more details about dates, times, prices etc on the municipal website of www.tegueste.es or you can email turismo@tegueste.org.

Visits to the Casa Los Zamorano have also been extended and now take place from 10am to 6pm continuously and on a Saturday from 10am to 1pm (by prior appointment).

The first tour is on January 24th which will spotlight on Tegueste’s wine and history.

On January 31st, there will be a rural workshop about the local laurel trees.

There are three routes in February, starting on the 7th with Tegueste’s people and encounters with the past, followed on the 21st with a look at the pirate Amaro Pargo and on the 28th with an

historic tour through the vineyards.

March also sees four events, turning the spotlight on ornithology, wine, Tejina and religious milestones.

Then, from April onwards, the routes will take in such topics as the stars, the Guanches, local archaeology, a full moon night walk, the natural landscape, volcanoes and history. There will also be a concert in the vineyards.

Marcela del Castillo said one of the objectives was to spread the heritage of Tegueste far and wide and to show its wonderful wealth of resources.

To help people coming to the town, the Tourist Information Office is now open longer, including on a Sunday from 8am to 1pm.

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New book sheds light on religious heritage

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new book sheds light on the religious heritage of Tegueste which is increasingly attracting more tourists to the municipality.

“Patrimonio religioso de la Villa de Tegueste” is in Spanish but it contains a wealth of photographs on old artefacts and details of how our ancestors lived and their need for temples and shrines to show their faith.

The book has been published by the local council and a team co-ordinated by historian Carlos Rodríguez Morales, together with support from the Canary Government.

Fourteen professionals worked on its compilation, looking back over five centuries from the first decades of the 16th century to today.

The Mayor, José Manuel Molina said Tegueste had a remarkable religious heritage with churches, temples, sculptures, devotional paintings, silverware, textile pieces, bells, organs and other miscellaneous items.

Liaison was necessary with other historians on the mainland and in Italy and the Indies as some of the artefacts in Tegueste came from abroad, such as cups, crucifixes and images.

The book is divided into several chapters and the photography is by Guillermo Pozuelo.

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Loro Parque welcomes baby jellyfish in European first

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OME rather unusual “babies” have arrived at Loro Parque following another European first for the popular zoo.

Visitors can now see 42 baby jellyfish which were hatched from fertilised eggs of the species “Pelagia noctiluca”. They are only 20 centimetres in length but are set to play a star role in the

new AquaViva section of Loro Parque.

Aquarist Ester Alonso said the new arrivals have a little two centimetre “umbrella” which helps them float. Their birth was a unique event in

European zoos.

At maturity, these jellyfish can be as much as one metre in length but when they were born they were only between 0.8 and 1.2 mm.

A jellyfish in the wild usually lives less than two years with the average being nine months but they play a vital role in the food chain.

There are eight species of jellyfish in AquaViva in adult or juvenile phase and five others in polyp or asexual phase.

The births achieved by L oro Parque involved a difficult and complicated process and the zoo is as proud of this as it is of other arrivals.

Candidates line up for starring role in Santa Cruz Carnival

Photos: www.carnavaldetenerife.com

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OST people will know that the annual Santa Cruz Carnival is rapidly approaching but you might not realise just how imminent it really is!

Amazingly, because who can believe that another year has gone by, the full programme kicks off on Januar y 21st with the

presentation of candidates for the Carnival titles.

There are three competitions: for the children’s Queen, the adult Queen and

the Queen to represent the older age group.

Organisers of the carnival are delighted that 14 candidates have come forward to compete for the main title and she will be chosen during a glittering show on February 11th.

There are 15 contendors for the title of Children’s Carnival

Queen and they will take part in their own gala on February 1st.

Meantime, there are three candidates for the honour to represent the older generation, with this selection evening taking place on February 4th.

The election of the Carnival

Queen will receive widespread publicity as it will be broadcast through Televisión Canaria and the group Atres-media, a national company.

This year’s Carnival is on the theme of “The Future” so some spectacular costumes are once again

expected.

In the run-up to the main events, there will be various rounds of the competitions to find the best musical groups and various entertainment evenings. You can find the full programme on www.http://carnavaldetenerife.com/

Main dates to note are:

Thursday 02/19/2015 Rondalla Festival

Tuesday 02/17/2015 Performance of Ni Afilarmónica Soccer - Ni fá. Performance by Fregolinos. Coso Apotheosis of Carnival. Fireworks display and dance performances by major orchestras.

Friday 02/20/2015 Coso Child. Song contest. Dance performances by major orchestras

Wednesday 18/02/2015 Burial of the Sardine. Fireworks display and dance performances by major orchestras .

Saturday 02/21/2015 Carnival Day Sunday 02/22/2015 Performance of Ni Afilarmónica Soccer - Ni fá. Performance of the Group Lyrical The Friendship Circle Zarzuela January XII. Grand Fin de Fiesta Shows.

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Christmas cheer and dance in San Blas

Photos by Gerard Zenou

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Los Realejos, becoming the surprising new place to visit

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F practise makes perfect, then all the girls of the Let’s Dance school are as close to perfect as possible.

The end-of-year show at the San Blas Hotel in Los Abrigos was a reflection of days, weeks and months of classes, practise and dedication on the part of both the girls and teachers and the amazing head coach and Let’s Dance owner Amanda Lambert.

This school, based in Callao Salvaje, has grown so much since its inception and the tight running order this year with over 30 different dances, showed the talents of all the pupils, from the minis all the way to seniors.

The enthusiastic audience was treated to sterling performances of ballet, modern jazz, hip-hop, acro dance, tap, and of course cheerleading – the Tenerife Tigers have become one of the most requested troupes in South Tenerife, and just seeing those girls perform leaves you in no doubt as to why.

New teachers Chantelle and Simo have introduced new dimensions into the school’s busy dance school and along with Beverly and Amanda are a teaching force to be reckoned with.

At the end of the show, Amanda thanked all involved, praised the work and dedication of her pupils and staff and thanked the parents for their ongoing support for the school.

If you would like to find out more about the Let’s Dance school check out their facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/lets.dance.98.

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OULD you like to discover Los Realejos? For another year, the local council is offering groups the chance to do just that and is even providing the transport.

“Descubre Los Realejos” always proves a great success and the 2015 programme promises to be no exception.

It is a way of promoting the charms of this northern town to

people who don’t know about it or don’t fully realise what it has to offer from all points of view.

Restaurants, shops, culture, landcape, history and more, it has it all.

The council’s department of tourism is currently promoting the new season and has made contact with nearly 300 groups from neighbouring areas of Tenerife. There is a free shuttle bus service with a guide and it stops at various attractions in the municipality. The only proviso is that the group chooses a Los Realejos restaurant at which to stop to enjoy a meal, therefore investing back into the local economy.

The invitation is extended to social clubs, residents’ associations, elderly groups, sports clubs, culture clubs and so on. The first of these is already scheduled for January 31st when there will be a visit from Santiago del Teide.

The Mayor, Manuel Domínguez said Los Realejos offered a real tourist complex scenario with its rich

environment, gastronomy, warm welcome from friendly people and enviable natural environment.

“Discover Los Realejos” was first introduced in 2012 and has since managed to attract more than 16,000 tourists in the special groups.

Tourism councillor, Isabel Socorro said many of them lived in Tenerife but were visiting Los Realejos for the very first time.

The initiative extends to promoting the municipality on the mainland as well and for cruise ship visitors who arrive in the north.

In 2015, it is also intended to repeat the “Four Experiences” venture which promotes surfing, paragliding, mountain racing and the local environment with special events, together with the grand firework displays of May 3rd.

So, as the Mayor says, Los Realejos might not be the obvious place to visit for an excursion but it has many surprises and is becoming the place to put on your programme.

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Under New Managment

Restaurante Terraza La Boheme

El Tejadico

Meson El Drago

Puerto de la Cruz

Playa San Juan

Tegueste

Restaurante Terraza la Bohème is a place to enjoy an unforgettable experience in atmospheric surroundings completely away from your normal routine.

You will find beautiful dishes prepared using fresh seasonal produce.

The restaurant is located in the centre of Puerto de la Cruz in Plaza del Charco, having been inaugurated in September 2014 and with superb decor by the designer Roberto Torres González.

It’s a restaurant where you can enjoy the best food, good service and above all, a different experience with the atmosphere created.

El Tejadico is a different place to visit, having recently opened and already proving a great success.

Why not try a new concept which is more and more popular every day: the tasting and purchase of 100 per cent Iberian products.

You can sit outside at the Playa San Juan square, relax and taste some of their delicious Iberian products, which range from a great variety of Manchego cheeses, one of which won the first prize world-wide during 2012: Queso Gran Reserva de los Llanos, to all kinds of Iberian hams and chorizos.

Why not enjoy together with all these delicious options their denomination of origin wines, which can be red, rose or white wines.

If you haven’t got time to sit on their terrace, you can always buy their products and enjoy them at home together with some friends.

Distinguished chef, Carlos Gamonal is passionate about food and he and his team aim to give the diner an experience to remember.

Restaurant Mesón el Drago looks beautiful but it is still affordable to all as you can tailor your choices to fit your budget. Carlos is a pioneer of modernist cuisine, using only the freshest of products grown in the region and cleverly combining ingredients to produce a unique taste.

Customers love his Canary dishes but they also offers an international menu and dishes of the day. The wine cellar is very extensive and the desserts are simply exquisite.

This is a lovely location for special celebrations, parties, weddings etc or just to eat an exiting meal. It is only open Friday, Saturdays and Sundays.

Closed Monday , Tuesday-Thursday: 19:00 to 12am Friday to Sunday: 13:00-16:00 & 17:00-12:00 Tel: 922 37 05 64 Calle Blanco nº5, Puerto de la Cruz www.restauranterraza-laboheme.com

For reservations call 633 235 727 Plaza de San Juan nº1 zorbenito@gmail.com

For reservations call 922 543 001 Calle Marqués de Celada nº2 Tegueste www.mesoneldrago.com

Restaurante Gom

Bushido

La Bodeguita de Enfrente

Santa Cruz

Los Cristianos

Cuesta de la Villa

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. 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.

They 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.

You will find GOM within the Hotel Taburiente, located in front of Parque García Sanabria. Their opening times are Tuesday to Saturday from 13:00 to 16:00 and 20:00 to 23:00.

At Bushido we offer an explosion of tantalising tastes and textures, always true to our simple motto: Quality !

Our menu guides you expertly to richly exotic parts of the globe. Our enthusiastic Chef Gonzalo Tamames, is considered to be one of the “Masters of Creative Cuisine.” His vision is always bold and explosive- always provocative ! Then when night falls it’s time for “ Be Flat Jazz & Blues Club “ – our famous and authentic New York Jazz Club, offers you the best Jazz and Blues musicians every single weekend: Be Unique, Be You... Be Flat !

So why not treat yourself to a unique dining experience, relax in our comfortable surroundings then enjoy a little sophistication in our intimate jazz Club.

Set in a series of old Canary houses, this restaurant is made up of a labyrinth of inter-connecting rooms leading off from the bar area in the centre.

The atmosphere is reminiscent of an English country pub with its low ceilings with wooden beams and warm décor.

The food is fundamentally Canarian. They grow most of their own produce at their allotment and only use olive oil to cook with. Their ethos is a simple one, only use the best, fresh produce and cook it with thought and care.

The menu is described as Picoteo, slightly more than tapas without reaching the full-blown three-course meal status. It’s delicious and affordable.

For reservations call 922 276 058 Calle Dr. Guigou,29 Santa Cruz www.hoteltaburiente.com

For reservations call 922 719 705 www.bushidotenerife.com Vista Hermosa 4, Carretera General, Los Crisitanos Opening hours: Tuesday – Thursday: 13:00 -16:00 & 19.00 - 23.00 / Friday – Saturday: 13:00 - 16:00 & 19:00 - 24:00 / Sunday & Monday - Closed.

For reservations call 922 302 760 Exit 31 TF-5, Carretera Provincial, 205 Cuesta de la Villa, Santa Úrsula www.labodeguitadeenfrente.net

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Rendezvous

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Restaurant/Bar & Bistro

Tressardi

Terrazas del Mar

Golf del Sur

Puerto de la Cruz

Puerto de la Cruz

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. Booking is advised at the main restaurant because it is extremely popular.

If you want to seek out a really good Italian restaurant at an affordable price, look no further than Tressardi.

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. The desserts like tiramisu and panna cota are to die for!

So if you want a good Italian restaurant for a family meal, a romantic dinner, a quick lunch when working or take away, Tressardi is your restaurant. A friendly and homely restaurant that has quality products combining fast food and well elaborated dishes for kids and grown ups.

Depending on your choices the price can go higher but an average 15-16 Euros per person is what you can expect.

How about a fabulous dinner complete with a sunset, gentle waves, palm trees, grassy verge, flowers and exceptional service?

That´s what the Terraza del Mar delivers.

The restaurant has traditional Canary food with a sensitive touch. It consists of an indoor terrace and two outside terraces that overlook the “Garden Beach”. The setting is heavenly, with landscaped walkways down to the black sand beach. Parking is usually quite easy, especially in the evenings, but Playa Jardin is only a five to ten minute walk from Puerto´s main bus station.

The location, the food and the service speak for them-selves.

Giovanni the owner says he´ll feed you on ANY budget - just tell him how little you “wanna” spend.

For reservations call 922 738 683 / 922 738 602 Winter Gardens Complex Golf del Sur San Miguel de Abona

For reservations call 922 382 056 Calle Aceviños, La Paz Puerto de la Cruz

For reservations call 922 371 518 Avda. Francisco Afonso Carrillo s/n Playa Jardin, Puerto de la Cruz terrazadelmar@gmail.com

Tasca Casa Paco

Restaurante Algarrobo

The Bar

Los Cristianos “The best tapas ever!” is how customers describe this lovely little restaurant in the centre of Los Cristianos.

If you want a real taste of Spain and the leisurely way of life where you enjoy a drink and meal whilst socialising and chatting, this is the place to head for. You will Tasa Casa Paco not far from the cultural centre.

It’s a charming place wher you can sit inside or out. There are more than 30 dishes on the menu and a huge wine list. Founded by the late “Paco”, who was known as the singing guitarist, his values are continued by his son and daughter-in-law.

The restaurant is open Monday to Saturday 6pm to midnight, closed on a Sunday.

For reservations call 686 520 440 / 658 788 023 Calle Amalia Alayón nº16 Los Cristianos pokone@telefonica.net

La Orotava

Golf del Sur

This family run restaurant is situated in the well-known and much visited venue in 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.

The Bar has become a firm favourite with many people since opening and it’s easy to see why.

This is more than a “pub”. It is trendy, comfortable, friendly, lively, featuring chic decor and furniture and with great food and entertainment. It’s a place where you can relax but also have fun whilst enjoying some really great food at affordable prices.

You can sit inside or out as there is a large terrace which has the benefit of full blinds if it is too cool, too sunny or too windy.

There is live entertainment every night with some great singers and tribute acts and a gastro-menu which offers really good home-made food. Sunday lunch is very popular from noon to 6pm. Sport is shown but it’s not intrusive. Special occasions welcome.

For reservations call 922 332 305 / 647 600 784 Carretera La Luz, Las Candias Urbanizacion Pedro Martin 9 restaurantealgarrobo@gmail.com

For reservations call 634 138 443 San Blas Square, Golf del Sur Food served Mon-Sat 11:30am to 8pm.

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Your special fortnightly gastronomic news

Putting the cuisine of Los Realejos on the map

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RESTAURANT APPEAL

N unusual tapas route in Los Realejos has helped to turn the spotlight on the wealth of culinary delights the town can offer.

So, if you missed the 2014 edition of “PAtaPA”, why not make a point of arranging a trip and perhaps pop in to one of the many restaurants? The list of those which took part in this latest event is listed below to give you a starting point.

Los Realejos council was worried that bad weather might have kept people away but this didn’t prove the case.

A magnificent tally of 6,500 servings were made during the duration of the tapa route which was only slightly less than anticipated.

Taberna Tafeña and La Suertita won the best cover and best wine as voted for by members of the public.

Tafeña was also awarded the best creative tapas dish as decided by a jury and Restaurante El Patio was judged to have presented the best traditional offering.

The Mayor of Los Realejos, Manuel Domínguez said the

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venture yielded more than 16,000 euros in the 24 establishments.

Councillor for tourism, Isabel Socorro said there had been rain over the three weekends of “PAtaPA” and two of them were under weather alert status.

“Even so, exceeding 6,000 tapas dishes shows just how much this initiative is anticipated by residents and visitors from other municipalities who eagerly await the chance to sample the fine wines and cuisine,” she commented.

The special award as voted for by members of the publi went to Taberna Tafeña for their Tafeña Rabbit Burger which also won the best creative cap accolade from the professional judges.

The public also had the chance to vote for the best service, won by Restaurante El Patio, which also took the honours on the social network.

The best wine was La Suertita Blanco from Bodega La Suertita.

In the best creative tapas section, second place went to Tasca Restaurante TR Me Gusta for their stuff eggplant dish and third to La Solera for their strawberry volcano.

The best traditional cap was from Restaurante El Patio with “Cochino negro bonita” and second to Restaurante El Mocán Casa Julio with a cod dish and third to El Eolio Restaurante & Chill Out with some delicious black pig and honey mini burgers with sweet potato chips and cheese mojito.

Los Realejos council and specifically its tourism department is to further enhance the culinary offerings of the municipality through this and other initiatives in restaurants, bars, pubs and cafes and also spotlighting on local produce.

They are very pleased with the response so far with the word being spread by mouth and through the social network

sites.

One of the major attractions of the route is a free shuttle minibus which was welcomed by many people.

There was also the chance for members of the public to win prizes, including winery tours, dinners and lunches, a trip to La Gomera and a break on the mainland.

The restaurants which took part which you might want to look out for were: Restaurante El Trébol, Restaurante Parrilla García, Restaurante Mirador de San Pedro, Mesón El Monasterio, Café Lounge PCAN, Cafetería Tizziri Luz de la Luna, Tasca El Tejadito, Restaurante El Arroz de María, Cafetería Los Barros, Bodegón El Petudo, Tasca La Solera, Tasca La Castafiore, Restaurante Casa Julio, Arepera Los Caracas, Tasca Restaurante Me Gusta, Cafetería Casino, Hotel Rural Bentor, Tasca Channo’s, Kiosco Viera y Clavijo, Rally Car, Restaurante El Patio, Monta-dito’s, El Eolio Restaurante & Chill Out and Taberna Tafeña.

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Granny’s recipes help to enhance Tegueste market

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young entrepreneur has helped to expand the products on sale at Tegueste market, with a little help from her grandmother!

Visitors to the popular attraction are now able to buy a range of croquettes made by Marta Concepción Santos under the title of “La receta de mi abuela”.

She has used a family recipe handed down through the generations to present the croquettes in various flavours, including chicken, tuna, chorizo, cheese spinach and fish amongst others.

Amended regulations have allowed the market to expand its range of local products and sell prepared meals/food.

This new innovation follows on from a wider range of cheese products and their deriatives, including Quesería Florida La Punta.

The food and artisan markets are already hugely popular but organisers are always striving to move with the times and offer visitors an even better service.

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Bistro Bolle

Tipsy Terrace

Costa del Silencio

Los Gigantes

Bistro Bolle is one of those lovely friendly restaurants which also offers great food at affordable prices and a very special atmosphere. What also makes it so special is the good location with stunning views and easy parking.

There is no formal menu, you simply choose from the blackboard or specials.

From June of this year, Bolle’s new chef Michel has added lots of new dishes to the menu and loves to be innovative so you will find many new suggestions and some delicious surprises.

All this makes Bolle Bistro a must place to visit as there is always something fresh to delight you whilst retaining its aim of keeping prices very affordable. As Patrick says, you will always find quality at a good price and always done with a smile.

Tipsy Terrace in Los Gigantes is described as one of the friendliest places around and you will see why when you visit.

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.

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El Calderito de la Abuela Cuesta de la Villa Why not try a touch of “picoteo”, the Spanish-style of eating where, as the name suggests, you pick a selection of dishes and share with your companions.

You will find “El Calderito de la Abuela” in Santa Úrsula and it offers a unique and homely atmosphere combining Canary cuisine with modern creativity.

This is already an award-winning restaurant and it’s not surprising that this year, it has again scooped a TripAdvisor accolade.

The exterior of this property belies what you will find inside as it is full of charm and carácter and there is an incredible view of La Orotava valley. “A gem” is how it is described.

For reservations call 699 351 694 Parque Don José, Calle Hercules 7-8, Costa del Silencio www.bolletenerife.com Closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays

For reservations call 922 868 432 Los Gigantes Sports & Gardens Calle Hibisco 4, Los Gigantes www.tipsyterrace.net

Bar El Pincho

Dula y Pipa

Creativo -Gourmet

Las Vistas, Los Cristianos

La Orotava

Playa San Juan

At Bar El Pincho you can enjoy good prices, good food, good service and a fantastic view of the ocean.

They are winning fans because of the friendly staff you encounter and the delicious Spanish tapas.

They have a great offer, a combination of tapas for two for only 9.50 euros. 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.

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.

Reservations can be done between 10:30 to 20:00pm

This lovely new restaurant is a commitment to quality local produce and somewhere you must head for to sample a very different concept in wining and dining.

It is run by chef, Norberto Betancor with the expert gastronomic advice of Juan Carlos Clemente. It forms part of the new project known as “La Granja Verde” or “The Green Farm” and centres around fresh, locally-grown produce, offerings from creative Canary artists and a commitment to the local wines of the island.

Wednesday to Sunday, from 12:30 to 16:30 and also from 18.30 to 23.00 Friday and Saturday.

Creativo San Juan is a quality restaurant/ bistro offering the finest cuisine in a relaxed and informal atmosphere.

Creativo takes its name from the ambition of Chef Klaus to design and prepare for you , some of the most creative dishes you will find. Ranging from a 5 course set menu, or slow-roast shredded pork to a succulent chiken breast infused with Ginger and Lime. These are just some of the dishes, indivicually created to tantalize your taste buds.

Night or day, you have a choice from extensive menus accompanied by a wide selection of fine wines, all served by efficient and friendly staff.

You can also while away a lazy afternoon enjoying a cool drink or coffee, perhaps even one of Eva’s amazing mojitos on the beautiful sunlit Church square.

For reservations call 922 333 509 Exit 33 - TF-5. Back street of Camino del Torreón 2 La Orotava www.lagranjaverde.es / info@lagranjaverde.es

For reservations call 650 609 791 Playa San Juan, on the church square Open from 9am to 11 pm, closed on Tuesdays sanjuan-creativo@hotmail.com

For reservations call 649 431 110 Paseo Las Vistas, Los Cristianos www.barelpincho.com

For reservations call 922 301 918 Exit 31 TF-5, Carretera Provincial, 130 Cuesta de la Villa, Santa Úrsula www.elcalderitodelaabuela.net

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Bodeguita Algarrobo

Bobby’s Indian Tandoori

Restaurante Magnolia

Puerto de la Cruz

Costa del Silencio

Puerto de la Cruz

A family-run business with a long history of restaurateurs.

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.

If you are looking for a really good Indian restaurant, then the new Bobby’s at Costa del Silencio will become a firm favourite.

This is the second Bobby’s (the first being a huge success in Puerto Santiago) and it’s situated within the unusually shaped building on the corner of the main Costa del Silencio road at the Las Galletas turning.

The food is gorgeous and very affordable, with a very extensive menu and curries cooked exactly how you would like them, with plenty of vegetarian options and dishes for children. It has a great atmosphere, friendly staff and is perfect for all occasions, including celebrations. Air conditioning in one room, picture windows, good drink prices and a small terrace.

Restaurante Magnolia has come a long way, 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 kitchen is open plan and creates the most wonderful national and international dishes with an extensive menu of fish, shellfish, lamb, steaks, pastas.

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.

They are open every day from 13:00 - 16:00 and 19:00 to 23.30.

For reservations call 922 373 513 / 647 600 784 Carretera General del Botánico Puerto de la Cruz bodeguitaalgarrobo@gmail.com

For reservations call 922 072 177 / 610 864 241 Avda. Jose Antonio Tavio, 1. Costa del Silencio Open every day from 6pm.

Take-aways available for collection.

For reservations call 922 385 614 Avda. Marqués de Villanueva del Prado s/n Puerto de la Cruz www.restaurantemaganolia.com

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UNCOMFORTABLE CONDITION

Perforated eardrum, painful but will heal

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perforated eardrum is a hole or tear in the eardrum. It can be uncomfortable but usually heals on its own without treatment within two months.

The eardrum, also known as the tympanic membrane, is a thin layer of tissue that separates the outer ear from the middle ear.

If you have a perforated eardrum, your hearing is likely to be affected and you will have earache. Any hearing loss is usually temporary.

There are several possible causes of a perforated eardrum, the most common being an infection of the middle ear. It can also be caused by a loud noise or injury to the ear.

WHEN TO GET MEDICAL HELP See your GP if you have pain or discomfort in your ear for more than a couple of days.

Your GP will use a special instrument called an auriscope or otoscope to examine your eardrum.

An auriscope has a light and a lens that allows your GP to examine the inside of your ear. If you have a perforated eardrum, your GP will be able to see a hole or tear in the eardrum.

TREATING A PERFORATED EARDRUM Most cases do not need treatment and your perforated eardrum should heal itself within a couple of months. Painkillers, such as ibuprofen or paracetamol, should ease any pain or discomfort.

Avoid getting your ear wet while it heals.

Your GP may prescribe antibiotics if an infection is the cause of your perforated eardrum or you are at risk of infection.

Surgery to repair the eardrum (myringoplasty) may be necessary in severe cases or if your eardrum doesn’t heal.

Complications associated with myringoplasty are rare but may include infection, hearing loss or dizziness.

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Is drinking making you fat?

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ID you know a standard glass of wine can contain as many calories as a piece of chocolate and a pint of lager has about the same calorie count as a packet of crisps?

The average wine drinker in England takes in around 2,000kcal from alcohol every month.

Drinking five pints of lager a week adds up to 44,200kcal over a year, equivalent to eating 221 doughnuts.

Many drinkers add to their calorie count by having snacks, such as crisps, nuts or pork scratchings, to accompany their tipple.

A heavy drinking session is often followed by an unhealthy breakfast to help cope with a hangover, which again helps to pile on the pounds.

Going for a fry-up instead of your usual bowl of cereal can add an extra 450kcal to the calorie count from the night before.

Regularly drinking more than the NHS recommends can have a noticeable impact on your waistline as well as cause less obvious but more serious health problems.

Many women don’t realise that two large glasses of white wine not only puts them over the recommended daily limit for regular alcohol consumption but also provides them with nearly 20% of their

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recommended daily calorie intake, at approximately 370kcal in total.

Most people would baulk at consuming a full glass of single cream but wouldn’t think twice about the calorie content of a couple of pints.

But the calorie content is similar and, over time, excess alcohol intake can easily contribute to gaining weight.

Wine, beer, cider, spirits and all our favourite drinks are made from natural starch and sugar. Fermentation, and distillation for certain drinks, is used to produce the alcohol content. This helps explain why alcohol contains lots of calories – seven calories a

gram in fact, almost as many as a gram of fat. And, of course, additional calories can be present in added mixer drinks.

Tips to avoid weight gain

To reduce the chances of gaining weight from drinking alcohol, follow these tips from the British Nutrition Foundation: Stick to your daily recommended units – men should not regularly drink more than 3-4 units of alcohol a day; women should not regularly drink more than 2-3 units a day. As an indication,

WHOOPING COUGH

Incubation period: 6-21 days.

Infectious period: from the first signs of the illness until about six weeks after coughing starts. If an antibiotic is given, the infectious period will continue for up to five days after starting treatment. Antibiotics need to be given early in the course of the illness in order to improve symptoms.

Your child may choke and vomit.

Sometimes, but not always, there will be a whooping noise as the child draws in breath after coughing.

The coughing fits may continue for several weeks, and can continue for up to three months.

Symptoms: The symptoms are similar to a cold and cough, with the cough gradually getting worse.

After about two weeks, coughing bouts start. These are exhausting and make it difficult to breathe.

Younger children (babies under six months) are much more seriously affected and can have breath-holding or blue attacks, even before they develop a cough.

What to do: Whooping cough is best prevented through immunisation.

If your child has a cough that gets worse rather than better and starts to have longer fits of coughing more and more often, see your GP. It’s important for the sake of other children to know whether or not your child has whooping cough. Talk to your GP about how to look after your child. Avoid contact with babies, who are most at risk from serious complications.

a pint of lager (ABV 5.2%) and a 250ml glass of wine (ABV 12%) both contain 3 units of alcohol.

Alternate an alcoholic drink with a glass of water – this will help to prevent you becoming dehydrated.

Don’t drink on an empty stomach. If you do reach for snacks while drinking, opt for a healthier option – choose a sandwich instead of crisps or chips, or choose a chicken burger without mayonnaise instead of a kebab with garlic sauce.

Drinking in rounds can mean you end up drinking more than you intended. Opt out and drink at your own pace.

Try cutting down with a friend, as you’ll be more likely to stick to it with moral support.

Eat a healthier dinner before you start drinking.

Order or cook before you start drinking so you’re not tempted to go for the less healthy options.

Pace yourself by taking small sips.

Avoid ‘binge drinking’ – some people are under the misapprehension that they can ‘save up’ their units to splurge at the weekend.

If you’re drinking white wine, why not add a splash of soda water to help the same number of units last longer?

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Your five minute morning exercise plan up and out. Take three to four deep relaxing breaths feeling your chest muscles lengthen.

Upper back stretch Clasp both hands and extend arms out in front of you at shoulder level. Look down and slightly round your back. Take three to four deep relaxing breaths feeling the stretch between the shoulders.

Seated hamstring stretch Sitting upright with both legs straight and hip-width apart or closer, bend from the hips bringing your chest towards your thighs, keeping a straight back. Take three to four deep relaxing breaths feeling your hamstrings lengthen.

On-the-spot power walking

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TART your day feeling on top of the world with this five-minute bedroom routine combining strength and flexibility exercises.

Try to do this workout every morning to burn calories, ease away aches and pains, boost your mood and feel more alert.

Overhead stretch Extend your arms over your head, feeling your body stretch from your toes to your fingertips. Take three to four deep relaxing breaths.

Knee to chest stretch Bring one knee to your chest, keeping the other leg bent. Don’t raise your head or tense your neck. Take three to four deep relaxing breaths feeling the stretch in the buttocks and lower back. Repeat with opposite knee.

Lying hamstring stretch Grasp one leg and pull it towards you, then straighten it as far as is comfortable. Keep the other leg flat or bent on the bed. Take three to four deep relaxing breaths feeling your hamstring lengthen. Repeat with opposite leg.

Knees to chest stretch Bring both knees to your chest and gently grasp your legs.

Don’t raise your head or tense your neck. Take three to four deep relaxing breaths feeling the stretch in the buttocks and lower back.

Knee rolls Slowly roll knees to one side, keeping them together and ensuring both shoulders remain in contact with the bed at all times. Take three to four deep relaxing breaths feeling the stretch in your lower back. Repeat on opposite side.

Trunk rotation With your feet parallel and shoulders back and down, rotate your upper body to one side as far as comfortable without moving your hips. Repeat six to eight times on both sides, taking a deep relaxing breath on each side to release stiffness in your lower back.

Chest stretch Shoulders back and down and hands on hips, push your chest

Walk on the spot for about 30 seconds, raising your heels to your buttocks while bending both elbows together into a bicep curl.

Squats With your feet parallel and shoulder-width apart, lower yourself as far as is comfortable or until your thighs are parallel to the floor. Don’t let your knees lean over your toes. As soon as you touch the bed come up and repeat. Perform eight to 10 slow and controlled squats.

Side stretch Hands on hips, cross your left leg in front of your right leg.

Raise your right arm and reach towards the left side. Hold for three to four deep relaxing breaths feeling a stretch across your side. Repeat on the opposite side.

Forward bend

Feet parallel and hip-width apart, bend from the waist, bringing your chest towards your thighs, keeping legs and back straight. Hold for three to four deep relaxing breaths feeling the stretch in the hamstrings.

How to cope with jet lag

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ET lag refers to disturbed sleep patterns, weakness and disorientation caused by travelling. It happens when your normal body clock is disrupted by travelling through several time zones.

Body clockwhen problems It’s worse you move from west to east because the body finds it harder to adapt to a shorter day than a longer one.

Our body clock is primed to respond to a regular rhythm of daylight and darkness. It is thrown out of sync when it experiences daylight at what it considers the wrong time and it can take several days to readjust.

Travellers who take medication according to a strict timetable (such as insulin or oral contraceptives) should seek medical advice from a health professional before their journey.

BEFORE YOU TRAVEL

earlier (if you’re travelling east) or later (if you’re travelling west). During the flight, try to eat and sleep according to your destination’s local time.

Have a stopover on the way Including a stopover in your flight will make it easier to adjust to the time change and you’ll be less tired when you arrive. Take advantage of any short airport transits to have a refreshing shower.

DURING YOUR JOURNEY Keep hydrated

Make sure you’re fully rested before you travel. If you’re flying overnight and you can get a bit of sleep on the flight, it will help you to stay up until night time once you arrive at your destination.

Dehydration can intensify the effects of jet lag, especially after sitting in a dry aeroplane cabin for many hours. Avoid alcoholic and caffeine drinks (such as coffee, tea and cola) which can disturb sleep.

Change your sleep routine

Preparing for sleep

A few days before you travel, start getting up and going to bed

During your flight, try to create the right conditions

when preparing for sleep.

Eyeshades and earplugs may help you sleep. Regular exercise during the day may also help you sleep but avoid strenuous exercise immediately before bedtime.

Use remedies with caution Many airline staff take melatonin, a hormone formed by the body at night or in darkness, to try to fight jet lag.

Sleeping medication is not recommended as it doesn’t help your body to adjust naturally to a new sleeping pattern.

AT YOUR DESTINATION Anchor sleep Try to get as much sleep in ever y 24 hours as you

normally would. A minimum block of four hours’ sleep during the local night – known as “anchor sleep” – is thought to be necessary to help you adapt to a new time zone. If possible, make up the total sleep time by taking naps during the day.

Natural light The cycle of light and dark is one of the most important factors in setting the body’s internal clock.

Exposure to daylight at the destination will usually help you adapt to the new time zone faster.

Short trips For stays of less than three or four days, it may be better for the traveller to remain on “home time” (that is, timing activities such as sleeping and eating to occur at the times they would have occurred at home) to minimize disruption to the normal.

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WRITE TO US something can be done to catch these thieves, who are often in gangs and very clever.

Regards Ann Trent

We welcome Letters to the Editor, which must be exclusive to Tenerife News. For the purposes of verification, please include your home address and telephone number. Please cite the page and edition for articles mentioned. Due to space limitations letters of 300 words or less are preferred. We reserve the right to edit, condense or reject submissions. Copyright in letters and other materials sent to the publisher and accepted for publication remains with the author, but the publisher and its licencees may freely reproduce them in print, electronic and other forms. Although we are unable to acknowledge letters we cannot publish, we value the views of all readers who take the time to send us their comments.

Post your Letters to: The Editor, Tenerife News, Apartado de Correos nº54, 38390 Santa Úrsula E-mail: info@tenerifenews.com

Concern over crime Dear Editor, Tenerife needs more tourists, well I think something should be done regarding the thieving in supermarkets, most of our friends have been robbed, cards are stolen and money withdrawn from cash point machines without the pin

number.

Although complaints have been made to the staff, nothing is ever done, and there are no notices warning shoppers there are thieves about.

My husband aged 92 was recently robbed and 600 euros taken from a cash point machine within 20 minutes of the theft, no pin needed.

In this day and age of advanced technology surely

Cuba support Dear Editor, For years, whether in England or the Beehive II Bar in Puerto de la Cruz, I have shown my support for Castro’s Island by ordering my cocktail as a “Cuba Libre”.

Cleary my support has had the desired effect, I intended to continue ordering my rum and coke as such.

John McGlynn, Balckpool

The same issues all the time Dear Editor I found your Review of the Year in your last edition very interesting but isn’t it noticeable how the same issues crop up year after year.

The non.completion of the ring road. The north and south hospital stalemate.

The oil fight. The port

projects and so on.

What I don’t understand is how some of these are still up in the air when other areas of Tenerife seem to be getting plenty of attention. There always seems to be something going on in Costa Adeje, for example, one improvement project after another. How come Costa Adeje gets all the attention? I suppose it is because it is the prime tourist area of the south.

How can this area get funding whilst the other projects fall short?

Surely something like the north and south hospital and the ring road should be the main priority.

Whilst on the subject of ongoing issues, what has happened to the striking lifeguards at Los Cristianos...can anyone tell us?

And what has happened about the trains for Tenerife? I for one thought this was a great idea but this has probably fallen by the wayside as well, no doubt because of lack of funds.

But with the Costa Adeje projects being so prominent, you can understand why people like me think there is an imbalance, no matter where the funds come from.

Name and address supplied

Restaurant mistake!

Dear sir, The Magnolia Restaurant, in Puerto de la Cruz, has been something special for my partner and I, for the last 10 years.

Now, it is unlikely that we will go there again. I booked a table for 2, by telephone, to celebrate my partner’s Birthday. On the night, we duly arrived, 10 minutes early, for our 8 o’clock booking. We were met inside the door by many of the staff, who informed us, in English, that there was no table for us.

Apparently, the man who had taken our booking, had “made a mistake” ! No mistake, I think! All the tables were laid out in large groups, looking like they had arranged it that way for a block booking, which they obviously considered to be more “important” than our humble request for a table for 2! So much for customer care! We were totally disgusted. I told them that it was my partner’s Birthday, but that cut no ice. Don’t they realise that bad news travels fast in this town?

So this was a very bad decision on their part. I know this Restaurant has held a very good reputation for many years, but this incident has served only to tarnish it. Shame on you, Magnolia!

Dilys Evans.

Reply from the restaurant: Dear Dilys Evans, When contacted by the Tenerife News, the proprietor of the Magnolia Restaurant said they were very sorry for this but it had been a genuine mistake.

Someone took the reservation not realising that the restaurant had been fully booked that night for a company meal.

Unfortunately, they couldn’t spare a single table to be able to sit you both down.

They apologise and hope to see you again in their restaurant in the near future.

The Editor

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E are pleased to welcome back our swallows after hopefully having enjoyed Christmas and New Year with their families and friends.

Library members, don’t forget that our annual general meeting will be held in the library on Thursday 29th January at 4.00 for 4.30 p.m. Please leave your names with the treasurer if you are going to attend and wish to partake of the customary buffet which will follow the meeting.

Our forthcoming events include a Pantomime – Aladdin – in which you are encouraged to participate. Such fun! This will take place on Thursday 12th February, and, as usual will be followed by afternoon tea. All for the price of 6 euros ! On Saturday 28th February we are having our annual Pig Roast, always a popular event. The price , 15 euros. More details later.

A Dark and Twisted Tide by Sharon Bolton

Police Constable Lacey Flint thinks that she is safe. Living on the river, working on the river, swimming in the river, she has never been happier. It can’t last.

Because Lacey has secrets.

And when the first body floats, it is only a matter of time before her fragile life falls apart. And the river is the last place she should be.

ARIES (Mar. 21- April 20) New projects may lead you into a dead end. You will have a great day if you just say what you feel. You will find that money could slip through your fingers.

TAURUS (Apr. 21- may 21) Mingle with those who can help you get ahead.

Romance is likely if you par ticipate in unusual forms of entertainment. You may be experiencing emotional turmoil in regard to your mate.

she meets two very different men – one driven by ambition, the other by his ideals. When the rumour of a smallpox outbreak sends her to the diamond mines, she finds a ruthless world of greed and exploitation, of human lives crushed in the scramble for wealth and power. But here – at last she sees her path to happiness.

Torn between passion and integrity, she makes a choice that has devastating consequences…

GEMINI (May 22-June 21)

Red Sparrow by Jason Matthews

LEO (July 23-Aug 22)

Creative educational pursuits will payoff. You can make excellent career moves if you are open to the opportunities that exist. You must use discretion when it comes to lending money or making donations.

CANCER (June 22-July 22) You are able to make changes in your home that will be favorable to all involved. Be courteous if you wish to avoid major delays. You can make some favorable changes to your looks.

Moneymaking ventures may just turn your life around. You may want to take a serious look at your goals and objectives. Use your obvious talent to work with detail and you can come up with something great.

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protection, she evicts him from her flat and her life. But Red’s nightmare is only just beginning.

For Bryce is obsessed with her, and he intends to destroy everything and everyone she has ever known and loved – and then her too……

Don’t let your partner get away with spending too much of your money. New methods and innovative technology will make your job far easier than you anticipated. You will communicate easily and should be able to accomplish all that you set out to do.

LIBRA (Sept. 24 -Oct. 23) Real estate should be lucrative for you. Don’t hesitate to sign up for lectures or seminars that will enlighten you. You might not accomplish all that you want to at home today.

The Fever Tree by Jennifer McVeigh

SCORPIO (Oct. 24 - Nov. 22)

Want You Dead by Peter James Single girl, 29, redhead and smouldering, love of life that’s crashed and burned. Seeks new flame to rekindle her fire. Fun, friendship and – who knows – maybe more?

When Red Westwood meets handsome, charming and rich Bryce Laurent through an online dating agency, there is an instant attraction. But as their love blossoms, the truth about his past, and his dark side begins to emerge. Everything that he has told Red about himself turns out to be a tissue of lies, and her infatuation with him gradually turns to terror.

Within a year, and under police

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Frances Irvine, left penniless after her father ’s sudden death, is forced to emigrate to the Cape. In this barren country,

‘This is a delicate task which will require great skill. You must destroy an American agent.

Dominica Egorova is loyal. She loves her country. But they have used her., and now she wants to infiltrate her government’s world of power and privilege.

Dominica knows want they want to hear. The slogans are easy to memorise. Tenets of duty, loyalty and the defence of the country.

Fresh out of Sparrow School, where Russians agents are taught the art of espionage seduction.

Dominica is assigned to operate against a CIA officer, Nathaniel Nash. An expert in spy tradecraft, Nate is part of an elite group of agents trained to operate on enemy soil. Even a single contact with him will require great skill.

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Travel and communication will be lucrative for you. You need to look into new philosophies. You should socialize with clients or upper echelons of your industry if possible.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23 -Dec. 21) You will be able to get your own way if you use your intellectual charm and know how. Emotional upset at work will set you back. Get out and rub shoulders with people in high positions if possible.

CAPRICORN (Dec 22.- Jan. 20) Proceed with caution if operating equipment or vehicles. Strength will come from your ability to overtake just about any one. Get involved in jobs that require creative input. You can win points with both peers and superiors.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 21 -Feb. 19) Try to be understanding. There could be opposition or temper tantrums on the home front. You are best to work at home if you can.

PISCES (Feb. 20-Mar. 20) Don’t overspend on children or on large purchases.

Your ability to work with detail will bring recognition. You can expect changes at your work place.

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CX-5 provides bright start to the New Year

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BROUGHT in the New Year in Tenerife and once again enjoyed the super carnival atmosphere as we celebrated the arrival of 2015 partying at JRs in Golf del Sur. Our arrival on the island got off to a whirlwind start with yet another white-knuckle ride as the Mercedes Vito taxi driver performed his F1-style driving skills for us.

I reckon these drivers must have some sort of charts to determine who is the quickest

at getting to and from the airport.

Our return journey was much more subdued – and enjoyable – as the Merc E saloon driver displayed how smoothly a quality model like this can be driven.

Not that I have anything

against fast driving but when I am carrying out high-speed manoeuvres it is not normally with unsuspecting passengers.

So, it was with this thought in mind, that I paid particular attention to the manner I was driving my test car with my wife Jackie on board.

The model waiting for me back home in Scotland was a Mazda CX-5 and it didn’t let me down when it came to smoothness and comfort.

Drivers licence new law

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while ago, I informed readers of the imminent law changes that are coming into effect on the 19th of January 2015. Tráfico have now received official confirmation covering several points regarding driving licences. This is under the European Directive 2006/ 126/CE and its transposition into Spanish legislation RD 818/2009 of the 8th of May. This is to achieve the unity of licences from each of the 28 member EU states.

Firstly up until the 19th of January 2015 licences CAN still be inscripted but this will cease on the 19th of January. Any inscription currently in date or processed before that date will be legal until their expiry date which differs depending on individual circumstances.

Secondly for Spanish residents (those who hold a Certificado de Registro de Ciudadano de la Unión – Residencia), who have held them for more than two years will be obliged to exchange their current EU licence for a Spanish EU licence. This is applicable to all licences that have an expiry date longer than 15 years or no expiry date at all, apart from superior categories where the expire date is longer than five years. This applies to UK licences as they do not expire until the holder is 70. This is also applicable to renewals as a UK licence should not be renewed in the UK whilst the holder is resident abroad.

Tráfico have also stated that the law is applicable to those people who currently hold an expired licence (be this just the photo, this is considered expired) or a licence

This is a super compact crossover vehicle with lots of attributes to make it one of the top, if not number one choice in this sector.

It’s stylish, has plenty of space front and rear in an attractive cabin, a large boot with flat loading lip, boasts lots of equipment, has fuel efficient yet powerful engines and, not least, delivers driving enjoyment.

The CX-5 benefits from Mazda’s innovative suite of SKYACTIV technologies which centre on three key areas – sophisticated lightweight chassis technology, advanced engines with world-beating compression ratios and highly

efficient six-speed manual and automatic transmissions.

The line-up features 16 models, either in two-wheel or all-wheel drive, with five equipment levels – SE-L, SE-L Nav, SE-L Lux, SE-L Lux Nav and Sport Nav – and on-theroad prices range from £21,895 to £29,895.

There is a choice of two engines with three power outputs – 2.0-litre SKYACTIVG petrol with 163bhp, or the 2.2-litre SKYACTIV-D turbo diesel unit – expected to account for 85 per cent of UK sales – with outputs of 148bhp or 173bhp.

The test model was a top-ofthe-range 2.2D 2WD 150ps

Sport Nav and although this featured the smaller of the two diesel engines, I thought it was perfectly suited to this car.

Moving up and down through a slick six-speed manual transmission, there was ample acceleration available in low to high ranges.

It pulled away sprightly with a time of 9.2 seconds to reach 62mph and, capable of 126mph, the engine worked quietly at motorway speeds.

There was never too much road or wind noise either and the CX-5’s suspension coped well on some pot-holed roads.

And there is certainly a sporty feeling to this SUV’s handling

as this front-wheel drive model displayed great agility and road grip when tackling bends.

All engines are fitted with Mazda’s i-Stop system that helps to achieve tremendous fuel economy figures – 62.4mpg combined, 52.3mpg urban and 68.9mpg extra urban on the test model.

You get bundles of standard equipment which on all models includes a Smart City Brake Support which helps a driver to avoid a low speed – up to 19mph – frontal collision by activating the brakes and reducing the engine output SE-L spec includes 17-inch alloy wheels with 225/65 R17 tyres, dual-zone climate control air-conditioning, Bluetooth, cruise control, 5.8inch colour touch screen and Mazda’s Multimedia Commander.

Stepping up to the SE-L Lux adds a power tilt and slide sunroof, full leather trim, heated six-way power adjustable front seats, memor y function for the driver’s seat, and red detail stitching on the steering wheel, handbrake and gear lever.

Sport Nav models additional items include 19-inch alloy wheels with 225/55 R19 tyres, full leather trim, heated six-way power adjustable front seats, memor y function for the driver ’s seat, red detail stitching on the steering wheel, handbrake and gear lever, bi-Xenon headlights with adaptive front lighting system, reversing camera and premium Bose audio system with nine speakers.

The Mazda CX-5 was a super all-rounder to kick off the New Year with and I thought the £26,695 test car was super value.

Enjoy your motoring in 2015.

that is due to expire shortly.

The application process hasn´t changed from before. The licence still has to be verified in the country of origin before the exchange can take place. However all licence exchanges processed after the 19th of January will require a medical regardless of age or circumstances. Up until now this was age dependent. The documentation required is the same as before:  Certificado de Registro de Ciudadano de la Unión (Residencia)  In date Passport  Photo card Drivers licence or old paper licence.  Photograph (DNI sized 32 x 26 mm)  Medical certificate With regards to obtaining a medical, these must be applied for in the registered medical centres called Reconocimientos Médicos. There are quite a few around and the medicals cost around 50 euros. There is however a slight issue with some medical centres when they issue the medicals. There are two groups of medicals 1 and 2. Group 1 consists of categories AM, A1, A2, A, B, BE and group 2 consists of categories BTP, C1, C1E, C, CE, D1, D1E, D, DE. If you have a group 2 category on your licence for example a C1 category which is for a small commercial vehicle, and you only obtain a medical for group 1 you will be made to sign a declaration stating that you are renouncing any and all superior categories and that you will only retain those categories covered under group 1, i.e. cars and bikes. It is important that when you go to the medical centre you know what is the highest category you require and wish to keep as all lower categories are automatically covered by a superior medical.

According to Tráfico failure to comply will result in a fine, which they think is around 200 euros. As stated before for this process and any other an appointment in Tráfico is required if you are going yourself.

As always if you have any questions send me an email emma@motorworldtenerife.com

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LA CALETA EVENT

Day of basketball demonstrates Adeje solidarity

“Help keep soccer pitch pristine”, council appeals

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MPROVEMENT works have been carried out at the soccer pitch in El Medano and Granadilla council has called for help in keeping it in good condition.

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DEJE has once again signalled its desire to pull everyone together through sport as the municipality hosted a solidarity event centred around basketball.

The Christmas initiative took place in La Caleta and the only requirement to join in was to bring along a donation of non-perishable food. Participants of all ages did just that and as a result of their generosity of spirit, 100 kilos of food was collected

and donated to the Municipal Food Bank to help families in need.

The event was attended by more than 200 people, having been organised by Adeje council’s sports department and Club Baloncesto Canarias, Tenerife representatives in the

Endesa League.

The club and Adeje have recently signed an agreement to collaborate on various social projects.

Sports councillor, Adolfo Alonso said they were trying to make sport more than just a physical activity and a health life-style. These were part of their goal but so was the pursuit of solidarity as it was always a nice gesture to help those in need.

The event also featured the collaboration of the Municipal School of Water Activities and also the Basketball School.

Four hours of fun saw activities for all age groups and a chance to win prizes.

Winners were Andy Diaz, Los Yankees, San Sebastián Bulls, Sara Herrera, Elías Lema and Andrea, Máximo Bernard and Ignacio Zamalloa and Elías Lema and David Capdevila.

Around 7,000 euros has been spent on a better locker room, the stands and the office area, as well as painting and general tidying up.

Councillor for works, José Manuel García Mendoza said the football field had not had improvements for some time so the work had been carried out to meet the requests of clubs and those who used the facility on a daily basis.

Sports councillor, Marcos González Alonso said the El

Medano pitch received a substantial amount of use throughout the year, both for training and for soccer and rugby. In addition, around 250 children used the field for training in the week and there were events and competitions at the weekend and camps in the summer and at Easter.

The councillors said they would like to seek people’s co-operation to keep the newly-refurbished facilities looking good so that everyone could continue to enjoy them.

ANNUAL GRANTS

El Rosario pledges support for wide range of sport E L Rosario council has pledged its support for a wide range of sporting clubs in the municipality with grants totalling 38,100 euros.

The money will help them with expenses during 2015 and encourages all ages to take up a healthy hobby, whether running or bowls, soccer or badminton.

Councillor for sport, Domingo Pérez Peña Pérez said it was intended to back traditional disciplines such as Canary wrestling and petanca without neglecting the other popular sports.

There will also be help to the tune of 4,500 euros for schools and sportsmen and women to offset their travel expenses.

Clubs to benefit include Club de bolas La Vista, Los Vengadores, El Rosario-Las Rosas, Club de bolas y petanca Independiente Las Rosas, Femenino Guayota, Los que faltaban and La Esperanza.

Others receiving help are Club de Fútbol Preferente La Esperanza, Club de Fútbol Base La Esperanza, Fútbol Aficionado Esperanza, Club de Lucha Llano del Moro, Club de Baloncesto Radazul-Costanera, Club de Bádminton Tenzul El Rosario, Club Voleibol Élite and Club Deportivo Guagüeros.

The council will also be assisting the organisation of Trofeo de Bolas Nuestra Señora de La Esperanza-La Vista, Trofeo Rosario-Las Rosas and the traditional cattle fair.

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Double success as Silver medal success at second Silvestre attracts taekwondo tournament 400 runners LA LAGUNA ACCOLADES

HUGE TURNOUT

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HIS was the scene in the centre of Los Realejos on New Year’s Eve as a hugely popular sporting event brought 2014 to a close.

For the second time, runners of all ages got together to take part in the San Silvestre Realejera which was a great success when first held in 2013.

On this occasion, there were around 400 runners who took to the streets of Toscal Longuera. This was twice as many as in the first edition and the organisers

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were delighted.

The evening began with competitions for children and those with a disability, followed by the main race over 5.5 kilometres with 272 participants.

Miguel Ángel Vaquero of Tenerife CajaCanarias came home first in a time of 17 minutes and 50 seconds, followed by Francisco Brito Chinea and Robeto Carlos Vera Díaz.

The first woman home was Raquel González García of Funes Rendimiento Deportivo in a time of 21 minutes and 13 seconds.Tere Linares was second and Meritxell Bonet Jou third.

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UCCESS in taekwondo is continuing to take centrestage in La Laguna.

The local club recently took part in a provincial tournament organised by the Tenerife Delegation of sport.

The clubs of Jansú, La Laguna, Nuryana, Samguk, Subak, Taebek and Tagoror all took part and special guests were Rosendo Alonso and Gulsah Kusco, current national team coaches for Mexico.

La Laguna was delighted to see Virginia Sánchez and Raúl Martín achieve silver medals.

Sports councillor and president of the Independent Sports Body, Aymara Calero was present to award trophies and medals to the winners.

Recently, the XV Memorial Idaira Bencomo was also held and proved a very successful and emotional occasion. It was organised by Club Taeguk and the school from La Laguna again achieved excellent results, with the Kyorugi team coming second to Taebek.

Young soccer players and mascot unveiled at ceremony

L Rosario flew the flag for badminton by host ing two Christmas tournaments.

Club de Bádminton Tenzul El Rosario organised the two events in association with the local council’s sports department and both were a great success.

The sports pavilion San Isidro-El Chorrillo was the venue for the IV Torneo de Categorías Inferiores which closed the year but also prepared players for the school games in January.

There were 50 players registered who demonstrated great skill and determination from the ages of nine to 17. The clubs taking part were Granadilla Badsur, Santa. Úrsula Badnor, Badfor El Sauzal, C.B. Universitario, la Escuela de Bádminton Alcalde Bernabé and C.B. Tenzul El Rosario.

The IX Open de Navidad El Rosario was also held for the ninth time, at the same time and attracting 45 players.

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HE football field at Charco del Pino hosted the gala presentation of the municipal school of football Granadilla de Abona for the 20142015 season.

The squads consist of more than 700 children from the four clubs in Granadilla, San Isidro, Charco del Pino and El Medano in their respective categories from initiation, pre-Benjamins, Benjamins, juveniles, chil-

dren and cadets.

The event was attended by the Mayor, Jaime González Cejas, the first deputy mayor, Esteban González, Councillor for Sports and principal, Marcos González Alonso, and members of the

municipal corporation, as well as parents, family, friends and leaders of the municipal school.

During the ceremony, municipal officials said a few words of encouragement to the students and pledged their commitment to the sport. There was also thanks for everyone involved, young and old and whole families.

One of the funniest mo-

ments, much to thedelight of the children, was the presentation of the municipal school mascot ‘Esmugranito’, an octopus with eight tentacles symbolizing each of the letters of the word Esmugran, with the eight representative of each of the same values: Effort, Sacrifice, Motivation, Union, Kindness, Respect, Friendship and Nobility.

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CAUSE TO CELEBRATE

LOCAL RECEPTION

Major coup for Adeje rally as Horse-rider eyes nationals Spanish link returns

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HE Spanish Automobile Association has announced a major new coup for Adeje.

The Championship of Spain Tarmac Rally 2015 will have its first scoring round at the XXV Villa de Adeje Rally on April 10th and 11th.

This is a great success for the Escudería Villa de Adeje which has long been aiming for national recognition.

The Mayor of Adeje, José Miguel Rodríguez Fraga, and the Councillor for Sports, Adolfo Alonso, received the president of the team, Policarpo Delgado and responsible for the Factory Team, the company behind the test, Orlando Mendez. Officials discussed the good news and various issues relating to the organisation and development of this important edition which also celebrates its 25th anniversary.

The Mayor said the new was therefore very fitting because of the anniversary and it meant the test returned to its importance of a few years ago. Adeje, he added, had a long-standing commitment to the rally which it intended to maintain.

He said it was important from a tourism point of view as it was a “shop window” to the area’s attractions.

Officials have already visited Adeje to look at the facilities and all involved believe motor-racing fans will be delighted with the developments.

The Rally Villa de Adeje will be held this year a week before the Rally Islas Canarias, the other scoring for the national regional test, which could ensure participation in of the

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OS Realejos has taken time out to congratulate a local horse rider for Canary success which might well lead to national accolades.

Juan Francisco Díaz and his horse Ingenio DM won the Canary Riding Championships in the category of functionality and movement when the event was held in the south of Tenerife.

Juan was welcomed to a reception hosted by the Mayor, Manuel Domínguez and councillor for sport, Benito Dévora.

He explained it was his intention to compete in the nationals in Spain in Seville and was wished every success for the future.

best teams and cars because of the points available.

Head of the organising team, Policarpo Delgado said during his visit to Adeje that it was very positive news for the area and for all motor race fans on the island. They were very proud of their efforts to put the rally back on track after eight

years of behind the scenes work, even when there was no financial backing because of the crisis.

“The fact that we are back in the Championships of Spain is reward for us all,” he said.

Though other details have not yet been revealed, other surprises are promised.

Arona urges youngsters to get involved

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RONA council wants more children to get involved in sport from an early age.

Its new programme of activities has now started and will continue until May. Children aged four to six can enjoy basic physical education whilst those aged six to eight can enjoy basketball, athletics, Olympic wrestling, indoor football, volleyball, dance and games.

The council says these activities are designed to introduce boys and girls to sport from an early age and are tailored to fit the age

groups in terms of fostering basic skills.

For youngsters aged nine to eleven, there is athletics, basketball, aerobic dance and dance, volleyball, indoor soccer, skating and hockey online.

All of the classes are held outside school hours to complement the daily activities of students in schools. Classes are held in various centres and in the municipal sports facilities.

City’s sports provision is on the right track

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ANTA Cruz seems to be getting it right when it comes to sport but it could still do better.

These are the findings of a survey carried out by the Autonomous Sports Body (OAD) of the city council to determine the level of satisfaction of users of local facilities.

The sports which are most valued are swimming, karate, gymnastics and tennis and these have the greatest number of people practising them.

Councillor for sport, Zósimo Darias said physical activities scored the highest number of satisfaction points and new activities like pilates, fitness and the weight room were very popular.

Most of the respondents to

the survey were women (70 per cent) distributed amongst all age groups.

Questionnaires were made available to nearly 7,000 sports users and the email address of deportes@santacruzdetenerife.es was also created to accept complaints or suggestions.

Sr. Darias said all the information would be taken into account when planning for this year’s sports schedule although the introduction of new activities would depend on completion of an annex at the municipal sports hall which would further modernise facilities.

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