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THE NIGHT A MOUNTAIN ROAD COLLAPSED
Aftermath of the drama which saw Canary’s biggest-ever air rescue
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HE night the TF-445 mountain road in Tenerife collapsed, stranding 174 people in the dead of night, will be a drama remembered by many. It prompted one of the biggest overnight air rescues in the history of the Canary Islands, if not in the whole of Spain, and involved numerous bodies, including the Cabildo, police, Fire Consortium, Spanish Army, Red Cross, Civil Protection, municipal staff and volunteers. They have been widely praised for their professionlism in getting everyone to safety. The giant sinkhole opened up near one of the most visited beauty spots on the holiday island just after 7pm and will now require a major safety study and urgent repairs. Local traders in the area are already expressing concern over the impact on their businesses and are calling for emergency aid. The road meanders hundreds of feet up between the picturesque town of Buenavista del Norte and the iconic Punta de Teno which is a mecca for many tourists because of its rugged coastline and lighthouse. The mountain route suddenly collapsed, leaving a
gaping hole of eight metres long and four metres wide just as cars were approaching from both directions. Because the precarious cliff-side road is so narrow, it was impossible for them to reverse or turn without risking plunging down the rocks. The appearance of the giant sinkhole left 174 people stranded. There were nearly 60 cars affected, many of them carr ying children and a pregnant woman in another, plus five dogs. They were provided with tents, blankets, water and food because many had been to the beach for the day and were not prepared for the cold. One local resident who saw the scene said: “I thought at first that a car had gone over the edge. Then I realised the road had collapsed.” Despite being shocked, noone was injured or needed medical treatment and there was no damage to any property. What followed, however, was a dramatic rescue with those stranded being helped
triggered the island’s emergency plan and there has been widespread praise for the way the rescue operation was conducted. The island’s president Carlos Alonso had travelled to the scene, together with representatives of other authorities. Now, it will be up to the Cabildo to investigate what made the road collapse and this could take weeks to determine. The situation has been declared an emergency. All 60 cars stranded were retrieved in the days after the collapse in another major operation.
across the remaining part of the road with safety ropes and harnessses. Four helicopters then plucked the stranded families from the mountainside, with the darkness only lit up by emergency lights. In all, they made 14 trips. The 174 people were transferred to the nearby historic town of Garichico in an operation which lasted into the early hours of the morning. From there, they were taken by bus to their original point of departure. The collapse happened at approximately 6.30pm and the final transfer was made at 1.30am. A spokesman for the emergency services said it was not possible to make any of the transfers by sea because of the poor conditions. The skill of the pilots and ever yone involved in the rescue has been widely praised because it was a dangerous operation, made even more difficult because of the rugged terrain, darkness and strong gusts of wind. The pilots themselves have acknowledged this but said everyone affected took it all in their stride, particularly the children who gave them “thumbs up” signs and even took selfies. An investigation has started to determine the cause of the collapse which
Alert after first forest fires of the summer
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HE dangers of forest blazes during the very hot weather, combined with strong winds, has already been demonstrated by the first two summer fires in Tenerife. Swift action by the emergency services prevented a more serious situation after fire first broke out in the mountains of La Esperanza in the municipality of El Rosario. The location was adjacent to the TF-24 road leading from La Laguna to Teide National Park at about 1.30pm. The flames were fought
both on land and in the air and fortunately, the fire was brought under control in just a few hours. About half a hectare was burnt and traffic had to be curtailed.
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CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 The second outbreak was spotted at around 4pm, also in the mountain areas, this time in the municipality of La Victoria de Acentejo. The site was specifically in the area known as Los Dornajos where flames had an impact on about 400 square metres of brambles and bushes. The fire was contained in about an hour. The cause of both fires is being investigated but members of the public are being advised to heed warnings and to avoid any careless action, like a discarded cigarette, which could have distastrous consequences. It is forbidden to light any kind of fire in the mountains until further notice.
MINUTE’S SILENCE
Summer University opens with tribute to Nice victims
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HE Summer University of Adeje has been inaugurated with a vision of making it an international project.
The official ceremony began with guests observing a minute’s silence in memory of those who lost their lives or were injured in the atrocious Nice attack. This tribute was echoed by municipalities across the Canary Islands. The inauguration of this 24th edition was performed by the president of the autonomous community of Andalusia, Susana Diaz who stressed the future challenges Europe must face. She said cuts and xenophobic nationalism were not what the citizen wanted. The Mayor of Adeje, José Miguel Rodríguez Fraga said the Summer University was a success because it had always adapted to the changing times. However, he felt the project could expand and become more international. Minister of Education and Universities of the regional executive, Soledad Monzón praised the wealth of topics of courses and workshops, as well as the changes in activities, which in her opinion, would reinforce the “root” of this initiative. In particular, she highlighted the course on early prevention of school violence and the workshop on special educational needs. Further details on the courses are available on http://www.adeje.es/
Safety concerns lead to beach staircase closure
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NE of the staircases leading down to the popular beach of El Socorro in Los Realejos has been closed because of concerns over its condition.
The local council says a technical report has shown “advanced deterioration and degradation of its structure” which will require work to put it right. Councillor for security Noelia González said they were well aware of the urgency of the problem but their hands would be tied pending authorisation from Spain’s coastal department. She said they would try to act as soon as possible. Although there is another staircase to the beach, this one was most used and nearest to the lifeguard’s equipment store and surfing school.
South airport terminals “to be linked”
GREATER CAPACITY
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HE Spanish Airports and Air Navigation authority (AENA) has announced details of a multi-million euro investment plan for Tenerife’s south airport. The economic injection planned between this year and 2019 will total 126.3 million
euros, of which 45 million will go to link the existing terminal and the second new one.
Construction will take place from 2017 , with the facility estimated to be operational in 2021. The work will consist of two buildings connected with the implementation of an area of between 16,000 and 18,000
square metres which in turn will enable greater capacity to the airfield, one of the main demands of the Cabildo of Tenerife. Between this year and 2019, AENA will also provide another 81.3 million for improvements.
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LOW PRESSURE
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Urgent work Youngsters find dismembered corpse in two rucksacks on water supply for 580 P homes OLICE in Tenerife launched an investigation after the macabre discovery of a dismembered body in two backpacks.
One of the bags contained a severed head in a decomposed condition but still with teeth. The trunk of the corpse was in the other, together with the remains of flesh and blood. It is understood part of the skull was missing.
A group of teenagers made the gruesome find whilst helping to fight a smal fire in a ravine area near the island’s capital of Santa Cruz. The young volunteers were helping the emergency service to put out a bush fire when they uncovered the two
Man revived with defib
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RONA council has pledged to improve the water supply to hundreds of people in La Montaña area of Los Cristianos.
The Mayor, José Julián Mena and councillor for public works, José Luis Gómez said they were very aware that lack of pressure had plagued 580 subscribers for years. This meant a considerable number of people had been inconvenienced as there would be multiple occupants per house and the situation was made worse during peak times, such as weekends and the summer. Work has started on a
50,000 euro scheme which will increase the supply by 50 per cent to replace the current conductor which is said to be obsolete and unable to meet demand. “This is an act of urgency to solve a historical demand of over 1,000 residents,” said the Mayor. The project is being carried out in two phases in avenida Chayofita. It started in early July and will take about a month to complete.
Body found in sea
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OLICE have opened an investigation after the body of man was found floating in the ocean off a beach in Santa Cruz.
The emergency helicopter was called in to help in the rescue, together with the police, Civil Guard and Civil Protection. The body was recovered by Maritime Rescue. The incident happened off the beach of Playa de Benijo but at the time of going to press, no further details had been released.
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HERE was a dramatic rescue off the beach of El Medano when a 63-year-old man nearly drowned.
Another person managed to pull him out of the water and he was found to be in cardiac arrest, having suffered a head injury. Emergency medics performed prolonged cardiopulmonary resuscitation and also used a semi-automatic defibrillator which managed to recover his pulse. He was taken to hospital by helicopter. His condition was later described as very serious.
backpacks. Police say they could otherwise have stayed hidden for ever and might well have been thrown off a bridge. The human remains are now being examined by forensic experts for clues as to the identity of the dead person and the original cause of death. The corpse is believed to be that of a midldle-aged woman.
The fire broke out at 6pm and the body was found two hours later but the two incidents are not being connected. Police believe the remains could have been there for over a fortnight because of the advanced state of decomposition and the wear and tear on the bags. The remains are now in the Anatomical Forensic Institute.
Car crashes into lamppost
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HREE teenagers were taken to hospital after a car crashed into a lamppost in Los Cristianos in an early morning crash.
One of them, an 18-year-old man, suffered an arm injury whilst the other two, aged under 16 and 18, had slight bruising. The accident happened just before 7pm in Avenida Juan Carlos I.
Santiago del Teide encouraged by visitor numbers
SUMMER OPTIMISM
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ANTIAGO del Teide council says hopes are high for a good summer following encourging results for June.
The occupancy rates for hotel and non-hotel businesses was 79 per cent, which is nine per cent more than in June of 2015. The rate fluctuated for the different tourist areas, with a high occupancy of 92 per cent for Playa de La Arena, 64 per cent for the cliff area of Los Gigantes and 81 per cent for Puerto de Santiago. Councillor for tourism, Luz Goretti Gorrín Ramos said: “The data shows us that we are almost ten per cent better in terms of occupation than a year ago which means expectations for the summer could not be more than encouraging.”
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VITAL FACILITY
Valle San Lorenzo to get new covered sports pavilion at last
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RONA council is going out to tender this year to build a new covered pavilion at Valle San Lorenzo.
Local residents have been asking for such a sports facility for years. The centre will be at least 2,700 square metres and will allow the clubs of basketball, football, handball, hockey, gymnastics and martial arts in the area to have a place to train and compete. Arona is now drafting the contract documents to invite tenders for the implementation of the new indoor sports hall. The new pavilion will consist of three floors and a total built area of 2,723.85 square metres. It will include basketball courts, football, hockey, gymnastics, etc., and three multipurpose rooms for martial arts, boxing and all disciplines that are practised in the area. The tender budget is envisaged at around 1.5 million euros and will be on the same site as the existing
centre which will be demolished. Councillor for sport, Juan Sebastián Roque said many of the outlying districts such as Valle San Lorenzo, Cabo Blanco and Buzanada lacked a facility of this nature despite having several sports clubs. These teams played and trained in schools and on open fields or in other units of the municipality. “These facilities are overcrowded and don’t have available hours. We have a very high demand in this area, and this covered pavilion, which will also allow us give an offer to users and neighbors, is essential to promote all sports activities,” he said. The covered pavilion will feature changing rooms, multipurpose rooms, offices, toilets, warehouses, kit and referees changing rooms.
Tenerife firefighters advise extreme caution during summer months
PREVENTATIVE MEASURES
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ENERIFE Fire Consortium is stressing the importance of prevention to avoid fires this summer.
“It’s vital to respect all necessar y preventive measures to avoid fire and other common incidents during the summer in both urban and rural areas,” said a spokesman. The president of the organisation, Florentino Guzman Plasencia said he hoped the summer season this year would be completed without serious incident. He has particularly advised caution in rural environments. In 2015, there were 478 call-outs for stubble fires. Up until June of this year, there had already been more than 200 similar incidents. As every year, warnings have been issued with various
safety recommendations and how to avoid fires starting in the first place. In urban environments, many fires that occur are of electrical origin. It is therefore advisable to disconnect the appliances in the holiday period, leaving only the power supply to the indispensable as, for example, the alarm or the fridge. Dsconnect gas cylinders to prevent any gas leak incident. It is advisable to have a smoke detector alarm fitted. Leave the contact phone number of the president of the community or a trusted neighbour in case an emergency arises in your property.
In the case of housing in rural environments where there are bushes or stubble, it is important to keep the perimeter area clean. Do the same with your gardens and keep a hose pipe connected in case a fire breaks
out. Florentino Guzman Plasencia said: “The recommendations are intended to avoid fire, a constant risk in any place like work, home, and our leisure activities.”
Pioneering health sessions in the sea in El Médano
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ORE than a hundred people affected by fibromyalgia and breast cancer are this summer being offered a free service of physiotherapy in the ocean and psychological care. This pioneering programme has been arranged by Granadilla council’s Department of Social Services, headed by Ana Esther Flores Ventura. Around 112 participants have joined this initiative that started last week on the beach of El Medano, with the schedule on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 9.30am to 10.30am during the months of July, August , September and October. Flores Ventura said the service took advantage of the summer to promote the health benefits of the sea and to strengthen self-esteem.Exercise also helped to fight depression. “The programme is open to all residents of the municipality who suffer from any of these conditions and wish to significantly improve their health and welfare, “ she explained. This project is particularly beneficial for women with mastectomies because, among other things, it improves blood and lymphatic circulation, contributes to the regenerative process of soft tissue and prevents lymphedema. In addition, for patients suffering from fibromyalgia or
chronic fatigue, it works on the muscles and flexibility in order to reduce pain in the joints, muscles, ligaments and tendons; circulation is improved, joint mobility increases and posture is corrected. The programme of aquatherapy at sea falls within the services offered by the municipal physiotherapy school in calle Mencey de
Abona in El Médano. This centre offers personalised psychological treatments, health campaigns, prevention of breast cancer
and fibromyalgia, aquatherapy on the beach and workshops depending on the demand and needs of those affected.
LAS TERESITAS
Car park to be demolished as matter of urgency within six months
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HE project to demolish the controversial car-park at Las Teresitas in Santa Cruz has been approved and will be dealt with as a matter of urgency.
The Governing Board of the city has agreed to its urgent processing, with a budget of 540,000 euros and a period of six months. It was agreed to deal with it urgently, thus shortening the deadlines to comply with the court judgement. The purpose of the project is to complete demolition of the building paralysed since 2008 and partially executed between the coast and the road to Igueste de San Andres, which adjoins the south with the barranco of Cercado and the beach, west to the TF- 121, north to the TF-121 and the pedestrian promenade and east, with the beach of Las Teresitas. It involves the demolition of a buried first level of 2,590 square metres, the general floor and access level which is located on the front, with an area of 5,790 square metres. The city council has agreed to deal with this urgently, thus shortening the deadlines to comply with the judgment of the Provincial Court of Santa Cruz de Tenerife dated November 18th, 2014. The only bit which won’t be demolished is part of the wall supporting the road from Igueste. This is essential for the support of the road.
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NEW VENTURE CREATES 300 JOBS
Family fun day marks opening of new CC Galeón Outlet in Adeje
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HOUSANDS of people are already passing through the doors of the new CC Galeón Outlet in the south of Tenerife.
Located in the heart of El Galeón, in Adeje town, the new centre has 25 shops and a large Hiperdino and 465 parking places for shoppers. Archigestión president Amid Achí Fadul said: “Here in Adeje we find it easy to pursue investment and growth opportunities, which become jobs. In this commercial centre we have created 300 direct jobs, which, added to the 600 in Siam Mall, is 900 new jobs in one year and we hope to continue to grow.”
He added that, “as the local business community knows”, the local government in Adeje were always well disposed to facilitate new business opportunities in the borough and worked legally and efficiently to make investments possible, “always looking for solutions to benefit society in general.” The Mayor said he was delighted that this new kind of Outlet centre chose Adeje in which to open.
“With this new commercial venture, we continue our commitment to employment creation. We acknowledge that the business sector needs to take risks with investments but Adeje is a pioneering borough and has one of the lowest unemployment levels in Spain. Our work as borough representatives is to continue to develop initiatives that can guarantee people a quality of life with stability, personal growth, employment and peaceful conviviality,” said José Miguel Rodríguez Fraga. The Hiperdino Marketing and Communications director made particular reference to the group’s adaption to client and customer needs and demands and pointed to the growth in their eco-range of food products, and those that were gluten and lactose free. The CC Galeón Outlet opened on Saturday, July 16h to the public with a fun family day filled with surprises. Shops in the centre include Guess, Sport Zone, Forecast, Via Franca, Encuentro Stock,
Punto Roma, DesigualGeox, Party Fiesta, The Mint Company, Queens, Shana, Yeyo Boutique, Walk it, Calzados Marypaz, Fund Grube-Let’s Outlet, JYSK, Mondi Disini, Peluquería Mónica y Jorge, Multiópticas Orotava, Koala and Fifty Factory, the first Cortefiel outlet store in the Canaries. Ventura Restaurants and L’ESPRESSO are also present.
El Socorro beach adds a third lifeguard T HE beach of El Socorro in Los Realejos now incorporates a third lifeguard and has increased its cleaning.
It also has a defibrillator and offers a series of complementary services in addition to public transport by bus and cab. Councillor for beaches, Benito Dévora visited El Socorro to see the improvements for herself as the very busy summer season gets underway.
These services are provided in a collaboration between the Department of Beaches and the municipal services company Realserv. The beach has once again received the Blue Flag for environmental quality, care
and safety features. Its extensive facilities include accessible toilets, wifi, webcam, fitness equipment, showers, information desk and dissemination of culture, sport, leisure and daily press, PA area in three languages ??and public transportation via buses and taxis under the 4 x 4 sharing offer. An alternative parking area has also been provided at the
junction with the main road. Last week, wooden walkways were placed on the sand for easier access. The beach of El Socorro is one of the leading outdoor sports fields in the municipality because of the number of practitioners of various forms of surfing as well as the organisation of sports initiatives of various kinds on the sand.
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Roadmap for Puerto is working with soaring figures, say tourism leaders
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UERTO de la Cruz is aiming to achieve the same popularity as it did in its heydays of the 1960s and has once again moved closer to that ambition. Tourism chiefs are delighted that it is one of the municipalities of Tenerife with the most improved visitor figures in the first quarter of the year with 265,889 tourists, 16.6 per cent more than in 2015. They believe this is a major sign that Puerto is continuing along the road to its revival with improved occupancy and profitability. The roadmap is clear, says the council. C onversion of the destination, sun and beach tourism experiences, improvement and modernisation of the hotel industry and the creation of a new brand, all in coordination and
collaboration with the Consortium of Rehabilitation and Tourism of Tenerife. Puerto de la Cruz had 69,264 tourists staying in April this year, 13,794 tourists more than in the same month of 2015. “But the statistics for the first quarter of the year prepared by Tourism of Tenerife are more encouraging in Puerto de la Cruz in other tourist destination on the island,” said a council spokesman. “The number of visitors staying in the city grew by 24.9 per cent more tourists in April compared with the month of April 2015.” The Mayor, Lope Afonso
described the figures as “excellent”, consolidating the improvements shown in 2015 and boding very well for the annual data. Total employment in this quarter reached 75.5 per cent compared to 65.6 per cent the previous year. It has also improved the data overnight stays, which increased by 12.8 per cent and reached 2,117,781. Target profitability has improved and prices paid by tourists are the highest since 2010. The Barometer Profitability of Spanish destinations, Exceltur, notes that the average revenue per available room in Puerto de la Cruz in May increased by 9.9 per cent from 49.2 euros paid in the first quarter of 2015, to 53.8 euros. Domestic tourism still
represents the largest percentage of the total tourists visiting Puerto de la Cruz representing 37.8 per cent, an improvement of 12.5 per cent. Germans, accounting for 28.8 per cent, also improved by 12.9 per cent; and the British, who account for 9.3 per cent of the total share of tourists, have experienced a significant increase in the first quarter with 47.8 per cent more. This is followed by the Finns (4.6 per cent), Swedish (3 three per cent), French (2.7 per cent) and Denmark (1.6 per cent). Remarkable is also the increase in tourists coming from Eastern countries representing 1.5 per cent of the market with an increase of 83.5 per cent compared to 2015. The improved figures in the
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non-hotel apartment sectors have undergone a significant increase of 20.6 per cent in these four months with 11,418 more customers than in the same period of 2015. Councillor for tourism, Dimple Melwani said the improved data strengthened Puerto’s appeal as a destina-
tion of experiences and encouraged ever yone to continue along the path they were following. She highlighted the great efforts of the hotel sector in improvements and reforms. She also felt the performance would encourage others to invest in Puerto.
Hotel staff back New tourist map for Santa Úrsula Race for Life
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ANTA Úrsula now has a new municipal tourist map which has been printed for anyone who wishes to know the charms and resources offered by this town in the north of Tenerife.
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Shortly it can also be downloaded from the municipal website www.santaursula.es. For this new edition, the local council decided to have a cover full of photographs from different corners of town that inspire different feelings
HIS year’s Race for Life will be held on December 11th, finishing once again in Adeje.
The date was announced as organisers attended a cheque presentation ceremony following a fund-raising gala dinner at the Hotel Isabel Family in Costa Adeje. It was arranged by staff there and realised the magnificent sum of 4,700 euros for the Spanish Association Against Cancer (AECC) and the collective Race for Life. The total proceeds will be invested in research into possible cancer treatments. Those attending the presentation included the
founder and organiser of the Race for Life Brigitte Gypen. Staff of the hotel reiterated their support and pledged to be there on December 11th. The theme of the dinner they organised was “The Colours of Life” which was intended to visualise different types of cancer that can affect humans but at the same time delved into the importance of life to the adversities. It was attended by more than 300 people who were thanked for their support.
and reflect on how much is offered by a place steeped in tradition and is more alive than ever. The document also includes a list of phone numbers so visitors can get in touch with the most important resources of the town.
City to buy more police vehicles
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ANTA Cruz council is investing four million euros to renew its fleet.
The money will allow the acquision of 66 new vehicles. This is being done through a rental scheme but with the option to purchase after four years. The vehicles will be used for safety, civil protection and general services. The Mayor, Jose Manuel Bermudez, said it was imperative for the Local Police and Civil Protection to have modern equipment and adapt to the current needs of the service.
“This fleet renewal is a measure the Corporation is taking to improve the overall strength of the local police ,” he said, adding that it was planned to process 20 more places and add another 20 before the end of the year. “I want to again thank the work done daily by all agents of our police and volunteers of Civil Protection, a job they can now develop with a fleet of modern vehicles, which will be available before the end of the
year,” he said. The first Deputy Mayor and Councillor for Security, Zaida Gonzalez, expressed satisfaction with the award of the contract to renovate a fleet which was damaged by years
of use, “something that allows us to take a further step in the modernisation and commissioning a basic service for citizens. “ Among the fleet to renew there are 17 hybrid vehicles.
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POPULAR BEACH
Blue Flag ceremony brings news of more improvements
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HE beachfront at Playa San Juan, which has become one of the most popular locations in the south since its total renovation, is to get even more improvements.
This was announced by environment councillor for Guia de Isora council, Francisco Baute as the Blue Flag was hoisted for the fifth year. This beach, which was about to disappear in the 90s of last century, is today one of the most valued of the southwest coast of Tenerife. Sr. Baute said a new company had taken over responsibility for security services, first aid, cleaning the promenade, kiosk, hammocks and parasols in the swimming area. An investment of 206,000
euros was being made to involve the renovation of all the beds, umbrellas, tables and chairs at the kiosk and showers heads as well as other maintenance work. He also announced that in the coming months, more sand would be added and an application had been made to the coastal department for the extraction of large amounts of sand and mud deposited in the vicinity of Muelle Viejo. The next aim, he revealed, was to get the Blue Flag for the playa de La Jaquita de Alcalá.
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Tenerife is finalist in prestigious travel award WINTER DESTINATION
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ENERIFE has been named as a finalist for the best winter destination in the Travel Bulletin Star Awards, one of the most prestigious travel awards given annually in the UK.
The island is the only European finalist in its category, where the race for the final crown involves Barbados, Dubai, Egypt, Mexico and Gambia. The president of the Cabildo, Carlos Alonso, said: “This nomination confirms the strength of our tourist destination. We must also value competing in the same category, not with other islands but with countries.” Minister of Tourism, Alberto Bernabé, stressed the importance of being the only destination in Europe among those selected. The Travel Bulletin Star Awards, along with Travel Weekly and TTG, are the most valuable awards from the British tourism industry. Its credibility is based on the fact that nominees are chosen by travel agents themselves in the UK, both as independent general agencies and online. The winners will be announced at a gala to be held on September 5th in London.
Major traffic flow plan with free buses as Arona Summer Festival changes location
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HE Arona Summer Festival is about to celebrate its sixth edition with another expanded programme and a new location in Los Palos Golf.
Organisers are promising two days of culture, trends, nature, art, theatre, film and a “photography marathon” as there are associated events in Los Cristianos. There will be a commitment to drug prevention, bullying and grooming, network security and the
defense of sexual diversity and gender. The overall programme will include “mindful” workshops, self defence for women, capoeira martial arts and yoga together with DJs and artists such as Atica, Zombie Kids, José Armas an Jacobo Padilla. A camping area is also being made available. The associated activities are at the Auditorio Infanta
Leonor and inside and outside of the Los Cristianos cultural centre between July 19th and 21st. Organisers say they are mindful of possible traffic congestion as people head for Los Palos so they are putting on free shuttle buses from Los Cristianos bus station to Los Palos in Guaza from 6.30pm on the Friday (July 22nd) and 4pm on the Saturday (July 23rd). The departures will continue until one hour after the close of the festival on each both days and up until 6am.
The service is free of charge to those who show their festival tickets and there will be a fleet of ten buses. The route is direct to the site. In addition, there will be a parking area for people who want to go to the festival. They can leave their vehicle in the vicinity of the stop and use these buses. This parking area along the Plan Parcial El Mojón (next to the access to the TF1 in Los Cristianos). The organisers and Arona council are recommending use of public transport because thousands of people
are expected to attend. Pedestrian traffic will be prohibited by the TF-66 to ensure the safety of workers and traffic
in the area. However, there will be a parking area next to the the festival, with capacity for 2,000 vehicles.
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Street cleaning will be significantly improved, Granadilla EXTRA FLEET pledges
The growing plight of horse cruelty but uplifting news of rescued Shadow
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ESIDENTS and visitors to Granadilla, including Los Abrigos and El Medano, are being promised cleaner streets and an improved refuse collection service. This follows the delivery of two new vehicles which will be added to the existing fleet with the public company Sermugran pledging its commitment to modernise and improve services to the population. “The aim is to provide a service increasingly advanced and effective for the 50,000 plus inhabitants living in the town and the many visitors who are received by our tourist areas of El Medano and Los Abrigos every day,” said the Mayor, Jaime González Cejas. One of the vehicles will be able to wash rubbish containers as well as the streets and can get down narrower streets. It doubles the fleet capacity.
The second vehicle can access pedestrian areas, plazas and other public places. It was purchased as a direct result of funds gained from recycling and at no cost to the council’s budget. The Mayor said the two new vehicles would significantly improve street cleaning which was one of the main demands of residents. “With the purchase of these two vehicles, it will improve the general cleanliness of the containers that are located on public roads and the washing of streets and sidewalks, ensuring more and better sanitation for the population,” said president of Sermugran, Juan Rodríguez Bello.
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HE emergency services were called out to the Diego Hernández beach in La Caleta after a man fell in an area of difficult access.
The 52-year-old injured a leg and had to be rescued by the fire brigade. Medics, police and the Civil Guard all attended the scene just after noon but fortunately, the man was not badly hurt. He was taken to hospital in a less serious condition.
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VERY week we read in our local English newspapers the sad plight of the many abandoned and ill treated cats and dogs on our island of Tenerife.
Many animal lovers and welfare organisations rally round and do their best to help the endless ongoing crisis regarding animal cruelty. We are extremely grateful to those persons and organisations but we have behind the scenes another worsening crisis of horse cruelty. Many horses face a uncertain future once their working lives have finished or if they have sustained terrible injuries; so where does that leave them ? The answer is being kept hidden away and slowly starving to death or dumped high up in the hills to defend for themselves. One lucky horse is Shadow, Shadow makes a new friend The scars on Shadow’s face an 11 year old gelding who was painfully thin, amaciated and covered in scars before being rescued by the charity Amigos De Los Animales De Arico (registration number 4103, CIF number G38543690). This is a small predominantly dog refuge based in Arico and run by Myrna Vaele who is a well known and respected figure in the world of animal welfare here in Tenerife. A solution has been temporarily found for Shadow and he is being cared and nursed back to health in a private finca in Granadilla in conjunction with Francisco Rodriguez, the vet who helped us to rescue Shadow. Shadow is on the long slow journey to recovery and hopefully in a few months time he will be getting back to full health. If you would like to help us to fund his costs or donate food or to visit him, then please call the charity directly on 639070898. Your help and support would be greatly appreciated. We will in the future be looking to put Shadow up for adoption to a suitable knowledgeable and experienced owner so again please contact us on the above number if you might be interested. We are also looking for someone now who might like to be involved in spending time with him grooming and just generally gaining his trust. If you would like to help us in any way, then please contact us. Many thanks in advance. We would like to make a special thank you to Accion Del Sol who very kindly made a donation of horse food towards Shadow’s recovery .
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DELAYS LAMENTED
Facelift complete “Collapsed stairway to beach for Playa San project” being expanded by La Juan’s historic Orotava council lime kiln
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ESTORATION of the old lime kiln at Playa San Juan is now complete.
The historic building has been restored to all its former glor y in a project which lasted two months and cost 31,574 euros. The kiln is regarded as one of the main symbols of the coastal area of this municipality and can now once again take pride of place on the seafront. Councillor for tourism development José Miguel Mesa said the project had involved the replacement or relocation of broken or worn stones and the application of a seawater repellent so that it can remain in good condition for years to come. The repair work was necessary not just from an
aesthetic point of view but safety as well. Currently unused, it is situated under a small cliff at the end of the promenade next to the main beach, also known as Playa Grande. It was still being used in the 1930s and has one of the highest ever furnaces. The lime produced was lime that was distributed by truck to different areas of the island for use as building material, white-washing walls, waterproofing ponds and reservoirs, as a disinfectant in housing against infectious diseases, to prevent putrefaction of stagnant water and to prevent infections in burials.
The project at Playa de los Patos, started in 2014, initially cost 60,000 euros but the new plans would involve expenditure of 308,000 euros. This would not only repair and upgrade the original access stairway, deemed as dangerous in its old state, but also restore an ancient path of about 65 metres long
which runs along the hillside itself. At the point of the intersection between the stairs and the path a small gazebo will be built. The performance is completed by placing protective nets on the side to prevent damage from landslides. The final draft of this new comprehensive plan was approved by the Consortium for
the Rincon area of La Orotava and now goes to the coastal department for the go-ahead. Deputy councillor of planning, Narciso Pérez, explained that the new project has funding within the Tenerife and the Sea programme. He said he could not give a firm date for the start of the work but he hoped bidding might be possible in the last quarter of this year. Everyone would have liked the access to be finished and opened for the summer but
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UERTO de la Cruz is running a summer programme which allows carers of older people with disabilities to have some welcome time off.
The local council’s department of social welfare has joined the Red Cross project “Family Respite” (“Respiro Familiar”) , offering socio-educational, cultural and sports activities. The project, funded by the Government of the Canary Islands with the collaboration of the Red Cross, lasts for three months, having started in July and ending on September 30th of this year. The aim is to give carers moments of rest, recreation and leisure whilst their dependents benefit from actions that contribute to their personal and social welfare. “Helping needy families in the municipality is a goal that has marked this council,” said councillor for social welfare, Victor Manuel Cabo. “Joining this scheme will give them a better quality of life.”
there had been delays because of requirements from other authorities, including the Cabildo, he added. The whole project had to be rethought when during initial work in 2014, the slope which held up the staircase down to the sea collapsed. “This forced us to rethink the whole project and to seek other technical solutions,” said the councillor. Money, he said, had never been the problem because La Orotava council and the Cabildo were contributing.
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La Laguna park Tourism chiefs want new “Hug project finally a Brit” campaign to go viral gets off the ground PICTURE APPEAL
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ENERIFE has launched a major new campaign to reassure British visitors that they are very welcome and it could mean they get an unexpected hug!
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NE of the biggest projects ever undertaken by La Laguna is now underway amid a pledge to improve the quality of life for residents and visitors. A new urban park in the area of Las Mantecas will be the largest of its kind in the municipality, offering more than 6,000 square metres of facilities. A ceremony took place recently to lay the first stone following extensive planning involving residents, organisations and the local university among others. The Mayor, José Alberto Díaz said there had been some delay in getting the park off the ground but it had at least “allowed us to stren-
gthen and consolidate the project, avoid future problems and ensure that its development will go smoothly.” This area of La Laguna will eventually host one of the major scientific and research centres of the archipelago. This, said the Mayor, would made the park project even more important. He also stressed what a huge benefit it would be to local residents who had spent a long time waiting for such a public space.
Man “stabbed in neck”
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man in his 30s was taken to hospital after being stabbed in the neck with a sharp instrument in Playa de las Americas.
The incident happened in Las Verónicas just before 3am in the morning. Police said the man was attacked with some sort of sharp object but was not seriously injured. He was treated at the scene before being taken to hospital. An investigation was immediately opened.
Tourism chiefs say they are confident that the number of Brits visiting the island will not be dented despite Britain’s decision to leave the EU. Nevertheless, they want to reinforce their value of the British holiday market and head off any adverse effects by launching “Abraza a un británico” or “Hug a Brit”. The British market is the largest for Tenerife with about 1.7 million arriving each year, representing 34 per cent of the total.
The promotional campaign is aimed at reminding the British that, whether or not they are in the EU, the island will continue to welcome them with warmth and hospitality. President of Tenerife Cabildo, Carlos Alonso, stressed that it is a “campaign of friendship, hugging and confidence, as friends do when something happens, so they know that, whatever happens, we’re here.” He also highlighted the British loyalty to Tenerife with
Hawk has new role!
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hawk seized by police in Santa Cruz in March has a new role in wildlife control at Tenerife’s two airports.
The bird was found inside a vehicle following reports that a man was trying to capture it. He told officers that he was looking after it for a friend but could not prove ownership. The adult hawk was taken to a wildlife recovery centre but noone came forward to claim it, says the city council. Now, following a clean bill of health and a microchip, it has been assigned to the company responsible for widlife controls at the north and south airport.
79 per cent and satisfaction standing at 8.86 points. The island’s Minister of Tourism, Alberto Bernabe, also recalled the importance of this market for Tenerife. “For ever y two British tourists who come to the Canaries, one chooses Tenerife, so we believe it is important to promote a campaign like this,” he said. He was confident the Brits would continue to come to Tenerife to continue their love story with the island. President of Ashotel, Jorge Marichal said that, as yet, there had been no ill effects of Brexit. Tour operators were not nervous and the effect on the pound and hence the
euro would stabilise in due course. Santiago Sesé of the Santa Cruz Chamber of Commerce said coming to the island might be more expensive as a result of the devaluation of the pound for a while but they must not fall into catastrophism. The “Hug a Brit” campaign is mostly being conducted over the social network sites such as Twitter, Facebook, Youtube and Instagram as well as in the specialist media in the UK. It is hoped everyone will get involved and post pics of hugs on #bigwarmhug to make the campaign go viral.
Pets and man in fire rescue
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EVERAL pets had to be rescued from a house in Icod de los Vinos after fire broke out.
Firefighters based locally attended the emergency and also helped the occupant out to safety. The drama happened in avenida Veinticinco de Abril and prompted calls to the 112 emergency centre after smoke was seen coming from the premises. The fire service said the fire was located in a computer and television. Medics and police also attended.
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Not over the hill but often overlooked All Saints Church news
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S your cat enters their golden years, they’ll need some extra understanding for their changing lifestyle. Cats are generally considered geriatric from around 12 years of age and there are lots of simple steps you can take to ensure the later years of your cat’s life are comfortable and happy. You will be rewarded with a content pet. What happens during ageing? Activity levels decrease and muscle tone reduces, appetite and/or fluid intake may change, vision and/or hearing may not be as acute, bowel and urinary system functions may change, the immune system may weaken, light sleep may increase but deep sleep decreases, coat condition may deteriorate and ageassociated disorders may develop, such as arthritis, diabetes, hyperthyroidism or renal impairment Many owners view ageing as a ‘normal’ process and feel that nothing will help their cat, and some owners worry about mentioning problems they’ve noticed in their older cat as they fear the vet will say it’s serious or that the cat may need to be euthanased. However, these concerns are often unfounded and your vet is there to help wherever they can. Talk to your vet to discuss any concerns you may have. It is very important to take your older cat to see the vet regularly to ensure they are
not suffering or in hidden pain – there are lots of treatments available for many of the issues. You’ll want them to enjoy their golden years free from discomfort.
Feeding requirements There is a variety of senior diets available to provide balanced nutrition aimed specifically for older cats. Always ensure that fresh water is on offer in several different locations throughout the home, including upstairs and downstairs. Provide smaller meals little and often. Monitor your cat’s appetite closely as this can decrease or increase, depending on a variety of health factors. If your cat’s sense of smell reduces, this can lead to a decrease in appetite – you can try warming the food, which will increase the smell and encourage feeding.
Grooming Older cats experiencing stiffness may find it more difficult to wash and groom so may have a poorer coat
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LL Saints Church, built at the turn of the cen-tury, is a delightful traditional English church tucked away in the picturesque Parque Taoro Puerto de la Cruz. We welcome anyone in good standing to take Holy Communion at the Altar Rail. Come and join us. condition. You may need to help by grooming your cat gently with a soft brush. Check their claws regularly as they may have difficulty scratching to keep their claws in shape. As cats get older, their claws can become thicker and longer. Be careful that their claws don’t curl round into their pads. Staff at your vets can advise you how to look after their coat and claws.
Kitten line-up
We are often asked the question “Where can I go to view the cats and kittens?” The answer is we don’t have a refuge sadly and most are in foster homes so it depends on what you are looking for. All adult cats currently available are on our website www.cats-welfare-tenerife/ pets where you will find lots of information and pictures. If it’s a kitten then again many are in foster care but in the south we do also have kittens for viewing in Don Per ro pet shop in L as Chafiras and in Yaizas veterinary practice in Los
Cristianos. Opening times and maps are on our website www.cats-welfare-tenerife/ our-vets. In the north kittens can be seen in the Kiwoko pet shop in the El Trompo commercial centre just outside Puerto de la Cruz. If you are looking for something specific message or whatsapp Maria on 646629129 (09.00-18-00 7 days a week) and if we don’t currently have that colour/sex we can put you on a waiting list.
Donations
Do you have anything to donate to help us raise funds. Items can be dropped into the shop on San Blas in Golf del Sur (Behind Hiperdino). It is open seven days a week 10am until 6pm but on Saturdays is open from 11am until 4pm. If you don’t have transport or have large bulky items such as furniture and household effects to donate please ring Mark on 636590557 and he will arrange collection from you.
All the news from Acción del Sol
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group of 22 lovely volunteers from Holland and Belgium joined together to spare some time from their holiday to make some dogs very happy with a stroll down to the sea , a cool paddle and an abundance of tender loving care. It means so much to our dogs at the refuge to spend quality time with our volunteers so please do come down to the refuge and make a dog or two very happy and have some time to spare. One of Accion Del Sol’s resident dogs Timo who is
loved by everyone that meets him especially the school children that visit was found to have two tumours but luckily he has been operated on to remove them and is on the road to recovery which we are so happy about. He is a very special dog. We had a lovely surprise
when two large boxes arrived from Germany from Kathrin and Dino also supporters of Accion Del Sol which were full of much needed items for the dogs. Many thanks to all our volunteers and supporters. We really do value your help. Please do call the refuge on 922778630 if you can help in any way. We are always in need of tinned dog food for our older dogs such as blankets, towels, sheets,
dog toys, and collars and leads. If you have any of the above to spare they would be very much appreciated at the refuge, or visit Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday afternoons from 14.00-17.00pm and Saturdays 13.00- 16.00. We are situated directly under the Eolica Parque exit 52 on the TF1 north bound which is after the El Medano junction . Head for the giant windmills on the coast and we are the buildings on the right
Our Eucharistic Services held on a weekly basis are as follows: Sundays 9.30am Holy Communion- BCP Sundays 11.am Sung Eucharist -Common Worship Wednesdays 10am Holy Communion- Common Worship. Although there are no more Car Boots until Saturday October1st when the season starts again, work goes on at All Saints. There is always something to be maintained. We are now looking at the benches around the church some of which have seen better days. If you feel you would like to donate towards a bench in memory of a loved one please contact our Treasurer Wendy on 922320978. We have several groups who meet during the week. If you feel you would like to be apart of them do come along you would be most welcome As All Saints Church is totally self sufficient we have a Gardening Group that meets on a Tuesday at 10am in the church grounds. We also have a Sewing Group and Maintenance Group who meet on Thursdays also at 10am. The ladies of the Sewing Group are kept extremely busy making soft toys, handicrafts, embroided cards for sale at our Car Boots.The men and sometimes the ladies too get involved in the general every day tasks of maintaining the parsonage, church and cottage. There is always that “little job” that needs doing. Grateful thanks to all of the people who give of their time to our church. The next round of Inter Quizzes will start on Tuesday September13th at 7pm in the church grounds . Then a little later in the year All Saint Church will be holding its Harvest Festival on Sunday October 23rd with a Buffet Lunch afterwards. All Saints Church will also be holding an Organ Recital on Saturday November 26th. There will be more details of these events in later issues of the Tenerife News so keep an eye out for them. As All Saints Church is currently In an Interregnum our resident Locum Priest until September 2nd is Canon Michael Rees from Aberystwyth. Canon Michael is no stranger to Tenerife as he has spent over eighteen years visiting the island and has also done locum work in the church in South Tenerife. Canon Michael can be reached by phoning the parsonage on 922384038.
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Live Arico pets animal welfare supporters Dog of the Week, Carlito? Carlito is a young male of around 18 months old, who we found abandoned with a horrendous leg injury, possibly from a hit and run. We have fixed that and although he is a bit wobbly, he is young and strong and will recover. He needs some physio therapy which we will cover and organize. But what he needs most is a special home to love him for the rest of life. He is a medium sized spaniel cross and very loving. Call Sue on 629 388102 for more information.
Thank you Clouseaus Palm Mar We had a great afternoon last Sunday at Clouseaus in Palm Mar, raising just under 400 euros which is just great!!! Thank you to Derrick Lynes for hosting the entertainment, which was provided by Suzy Q, Alfie, Colin Stevens, Lisa Mac, Ricky Porter, Rebecca Forrest, Gary J, Soni Farrell, Sean King, Abba Fever and Stuart Beagley. Not forgetting Vicki Lynes for organizing the tombola and guess the name of the dog. And lastly, we had fab raffle prizes donated by Hair Today Golf del Sur, Beauty Lounge Golf del Sur, Shazzarooski Cup Cakes and the Colonial Bar Fanabe, thanks to all for of course to the people who came and supported.
Top square summer bash
By popular demand we find ourselves back at the Top Square San Blas on Friday 29th July, from 8pm. Usual suspects Suzy Q and Colin Stevens will be hosting and performing, just in the process of fixing the entertainment line up so watch this space. In any case, pop it in your diaries, always a belting night.
Race event at The Cube
On Saturday the 13th August we will be doing something a little bit different at the Cube, Pueblo Canario. Apart from live entertainment there will be some horse racing thrown in, come and back your favourites and help the dogs at the same time. See you there.
Live Arico Shops – Charity Shop Chic At It´s Best Come and bag a bargain at :San Eugenio, opposite Hotel La Nina, at las Carabelas near Amandas Bar. Open Monday to Saturday 10 to 4pm Los Cristianos, Calle Revron, near Thistle and Dragon Bar and playpark. Open daily 10 to 4pm Golf del Sur, Golf Park, just before the lottery kiosk, open Monday to Friday 10 to 6pm, Saturday 10 to 4pm, Sunday 10 to 3 pm DON’T THROW THINGS AWAY! Call us on 629 388102, we can sell it to help the dogs.
Child saved from drowning
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UESTS at a hotel complex in Gran Canaria have been praised for helping to save the life of a four-year-old child.
The youngster nearly drowned in the swimming pool but was pulled to safety by witnesses and one of the rescuers had already started resuscitation by the time the emergency services arrived. Medics said this definitely
helped to save the little girl who had been in cardiac arrest. The incident happened in San Bartolomé de Tirajana. The child was taken to hospital in a condition described as less serious.
Beach drama in Yaiza
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39-year-old Frenchman had a lucky escape from more serious injury when he slipped and fell on rocks in Lanzarote.
He suffered a head injury at Playa Blanca in Yaiza and had to be rescued by a fire crew, together with the police and medics. Other sunbathers on the beach helped the man to safety. He was given first aid at the scene before being taken on to hospital in a non serious condition.
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EDICS could do nothing to save the life of a 59year-old man who died in a traffic accident in Fuerteventura. When the emergency services attended the scene on the FV-10 in Puerto del Rosario just before 5am in the morning, they found the driver trapped in his car. Firemen released him but members of the SUC could only confirm his death due to the severity of injuries he sustained.
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The aim is to cater to tourists and provide a suitable place where they can wait for the bus, taxis or vehicles. President, Casimiro Curbelo, said that “the launch of this facility is a key element in our infrastructure in La Gomera and is situated at the entrance and exit of San Sebastian, which last year welcomed 1,100,000 more passengers. “ In addition, this facility will be a key point to facilitate attention to the thousands of cruise passengers arriving at the port every year who are looking for activities and routes whilst they spend a few hours on the island.
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Drugs arrest El Hierro sets dates for 2017 follows heroin Bajada de la Virgen de Los “overdose” Reyes
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HE Civil Guard has dismantled a point of sell ing drugs in Los Llanos on La Palma which started after a man died of a possible heroin overdose. A suspect, aged 31, was arrested on suspicion of a crime against public health for drug trafficking and other stolen goods. Officers said he was selling drugs, specifically heroin, from his home and its surroundings as there was a large influx of drug abusers in housing and in the surrounding areas. It was also noted that this potential point of sale was closely linked to crimes against property perpetrated on the west side of the island of La Palma.
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Woman hides drugs in underwear
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couple travelling on the ferr y from Fuerteventura to Gran Canaria were arrested for drug smuggling.
Police said the man, aged 35, had cocaine and hash hidden under the belt of his trousers and the woman used her underwear as a hiding place. Officers were carrying out checks on cars arriving in Las Palmas when they stopped the couple’s car and searched them. They were carrying 184 grams of cocaine and 25 grams of hashish. Both were arrested for crimes against public health.
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REPARATIONS are being made for one of the most iconic and traditional events held in the Canary Islands so thousands of people can plan their schedules.
Many visitors travel especially to El Hierro once every four years to see the spectacular festivities revolving around the Bajada de la Virgen de Los Reyes. The events celebrate the days of the mid-1500s when sailors heading for the Americas had to spend time on El Hierro because of the weather conditions and were given an image of the Virgin Mary. The celebrations recreate the scenes and involve processions to all parts of the islands, combined with music, folk dances, entertainment, food and drink. Detailed arrangements are
now being made by the joint organising committee for the various dates in July and August of 2017. The “Dia de La Bajada” will take place on July 1st and the “Subida de La Virgen” on August 5th. The “Fiesta Real” is on July 9th.
Later, the image will be carried through the villages on foot and, as always, accompanied by different groups of dancers. Dates include July 15th, July 16th, July 17th, July 18th, July 20th, July 22nd and finally July 30th before the image “rests” before
the descent on August 5th. A competiton has also been launched for a poster for the July 1st Bajada which is offering a prize of 3,000 euros. The deadline for submission of work is October 1, 2016. The rules are available on www.aytovalverde.org
INTERNET SALES
Protected birds captured in wild seized by police
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NVIRONMENTAL agents in the Canary Islands are continuing their vigilance over the illegal sale of protected species via the internet.
Officers from GRUMA, the environment arm of the Canar y Police, recently seized eight linnets ((Carduelis cannabina) which are classified as a protected wild species. The birds had been captured in the wild and were being kept in a house in the Santa Lucía de Tirajana municipality of Gran Canaria. They were seized and taken to the Cabildo’s
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Medics issue Teachers at the forefront of health campaign as food allergies important advice to travellers: pack increase CASES DOUBLE
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HE number of people in the Canary Islands who suffer from food allergies is growing and school teachers are being asked to lead the way in the campaign to control them. The percentage as a whole (for adults and children) diagnosed for the first time in an allergy clinic stands at 6.5 per cent, slightly lower than the national average of 7.4% per cent. However, this is a marked increase as the
previous percentage recorded was 3.5 per cent. Food allergy is also now fifth on the list after rhinoconjunctivitis, asthma, hypersensitivity to drugs and urticaria (hives). In childhood, it is estimated that food allergy is
around five per cent. It is also considered that the highest prevalence of this allergy is reached in the first two years of life (47.2 per cent of cases) followed by the group of three to five years old (21.1 per cent). Over the five years, the prevalence drops significantly and ranges from 8.7 per cent in patients 16 to 20 years and 3.1 per cent in the population
over 50 years. But also patients with food allergy often present personal and family history with other allergic diseases, increasing health problem. Health chiefs say there is a perception that food allergies have increased generally and this is correct. It has doubled in Spain in just over ten years, from a prevalence of 3.6 per cent in 1992 to 7.4 per cent in 2005. As part of the campaign, 225 teachers have been trained in the management of food allergies by the Canary Government’s health department. “The training of people involved in the care of children is a priority today, as it provides effective knowledge and tools to prevent serious situations in school,” said a spokesman. The training follows a request from the Association of Food Allergyof Canar y Islands (ADAAEC) following a meeting with the Health Minister a few months ago.
Canary tourist seeks “new experiences and emotions”
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OURISM leaders in the Canary Islands are once again stressing the need to cater for the visitor who comes to the archipelago searching for more than just the sun and sea. Under the promotion of “‘mas que hamacas’ (“more than hammocks”), the Canary Government brought together industry professionals for a new edition of the Fortunata Tourism Marketing Club.
About 40 delegates attended the meeting in the Hotel Tigaiga in Puerto de la Cruz. The event was organised by the Canar y Government’s tourism arm, Promotur.
Councillor for tourism, Mariate Lorenzo said they had carried out a detailed survey so they could better identify the motivations of the different types of tourists choosing the Canaries and why. This, she said, was “beyond the common denominator of good weather and rest.” She said all those involved
in the tourism industry had to be aware of this information so the destination could remain attractive and competitive. Many of these holidaymakers want to seek out new experiences and emotions. The survey was drawn up through a survey of key tourism players in Spain, the UK, Germany and Norway.
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MERGENCY medics are advising holidaymakers in the Canary Islands to come prepared with one simple item, a first aid kit.
The Canar y Emergency Service (SUC) says it can prove invaluable to help with any problems before the arrival of qualified helpers. “The purpose is to prevent injuries and mild symptoms becoming more severe,” said a spokesman. The SUC says prevention is the first link in the chain of survival. Their advice includes a message to anyone who is taking special medication ie. they should make sure they have enough tablets or cream with them but also have a signed certificate from a doctor to say what sort of drugs they are on. Medication should also be carried in hand luggage where possible so that in the event of a suitcase being lost, the patient will not suffer. In the case of hypodermic needles, travellers should declare them at the airport and they should be transported in their original box and not in excess. Over and above this, a basic first aid box should include items such as alcohol gel, antiseptic, adhesive strips or bandages, sterile gauze, bandages, latex gloves, thermometer, scissors and
water purification tablets, depending on the destination. In the case of minor injuries, the SUC says wash the wound area with plenty of water and if possible, apply a jet of water with enough pressure, then disinfect and cover it with gauze or a protective dressing. If the wound is bleeding abundantly, apply pressure with a sterile gauze until it stops. Also, considering that the most common ailments during travel are headache, trauma, dizziness, fevers and diarrhea episodes, the SUC recommends carrying painkillers and/or anti-flammator y tablets, antipyretics and oral rehydration salts. The medics also recommend caution against sunburn and mosquito bites so stress the need to have sunscreen in the kit, mosquito repellent and post-solar gel or aloe vera. The SUC says it is also handy to put in a list of emergency numbers. home contacts and so on. The number to phone in the Canaries if you get into an emergency situation is 112 and you can ask the person who answers to help in English.
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Lanzarote launches island-wide campaign against animal cruelty
La Palma to hold pioneering “Isla Bonita Love Festival” in July
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unfortunately still exist in our island. “ The message will be taken out to the general public and to primary and secondar y schools in order to “”start working on the social awareness of this problem at an early age.” As part of the campaign, various telephone lines have been set up so people finding an abandoned animal can report it. Those numbers are Teguise 928 84 52 52; Tinajo 84 07 29; Yaiza 928 83 62 43; San Bartolomé 928 52 07 12; Haría 928 83 52 52; and Arrecife 928 81 13 17. The Cabildo is also currently carr ying out a specific campaign of sterilisation and identification of dogs and cats with a cost of 50% for those interested.
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RAN Canaria Cabildo and the town council of Santa Lucía are once again combing forces to get a ring road project off the ground for Vecindario.
ANZAROTE is launching a campaign against animal cruelty and abandonment on an islandwide basis.
The Cabildo says the best way ahead is to involve every local authority, as well as protection groups, hunters and all other agencies with any role to play. It is also to start a comprehensive training programme in schools because leaders believe responsible animal ownership should start from an early age. Varous public awareness events are being planned, as well as drawing up extensive protocols for how to care for animals and what to do in the event of an emergency. Councillor for agriculture and livestock, Antonio Morales said various councils on Lanzarote were taking various actions but he considered it vital to team up as a whole ·”to combat such acts and situations of abuse that
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ORE than 25,000 people are expected to attend the first-ever “Isla Bonita Love Festival” on La Palma, designed to “boost the economic and social revitalisation” of the Canary Islands. The event between July 28th and July 31st inclusive is being hailed as a “pioneer” in the archipelago and will promote trade, gastronomy and fashion. It is being promoted by the Cabildo through its Society for Promotion and Economic Development. Island president Anselmo Pestana said: “This festival is a pioneer on the island of La Palma and the Canary Islands for its strong multidisciplinary character to include proposals for food, fashion, culture and leisure, among others, all with the primar y objective of promoting economic revitalisation in our island and contribute to social integration and non-discrimination.” He said the Love Festival would be a happy meeting point, a place of enjoyment and fun for everyone under the banner of social integration, tolerance and respect. La Palma Craft is ver y much involved in the
organisation and fashion will be under the spotlight, as well as design and gastronomy. The exhibition will be located in a covered area of more than 2,000 square metres in Santa Cruz de La Palma. Half of the space will be devoted to trade with a sample zone and sale of local produce and various activities such as tastings, concerts and parades. Another 30 per cent will be dedicated to gastronomy, with renowned chefs in attendance, both from the island and beyond. The final 20 per cent will feature design and fashion. Organisers intend the festival to become an annual event and to grow each year. Find out more on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ islabonitalovefestival and also via Twitter: @IslaBonitaLoveF and Instagram: IslaBonitaLoveFest.
The scheme has been frozen since 2014 but now a new agreement has been signed with a budget of more than 1.3 million euros provided by the insular corporation. Work first began in 2010 but two phases remain to be completed, one of which is to start in September. The Cabildo’s councillor for public works, Ángel Víctor
Torres said the project was of “undeniable importance for the municipality and also to the southeast because it solves major traffic problems in the area.” He also conceded that many complaints about the state of the road surfaces in Gran Canaria were justified and pledged that six million euros would be spent over the next three years.
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worker was seriously injured after repairing a pipeline in Gran Canaria.
The 45-year-old man suffered extensive cuts and bruises in the accident which happened in the municipality of Santa Brígida. The 112 emergency service received a report that he had plunged several metres when carrying out repairs to the water network. Two ambulances attended, together with the police, and he was treated at the scene before being taken to hospital. His condition was described as serious.
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HE emergency helicopter had to be called in to rescue a Belgian woman who was out walk ing in La Palma.
The 75-year-tourist stumbled and fell in the area of Marcos and Cordero in San Andrés and Sauces. She suffered an injury to a leg and although not serious, was unable to continue. The helicopter had to be used because of the difficulty of access for rescuers on foot.
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Spanish breakthrough as China accepts peaches and plums
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OLLOWING a long process of negotiation between the Spanish Ministry of Agriculture and the Chinese authorities, China has authorised the export of Spanish peaches and plums. The approval has come from the General Administration of Quality Supervision,
Inspection and Quarantine of the People’s Republic of China.
This measure fulfils the agreement reached in November between the Secretar y-General for Agriculture and Food Affairs, Carlos Cabanas, and the Deputy Minister of AQSIQ, Zhang Qirong, enabling exports to start this season. A delegation of experts and representatives from AQSIQ visited Spain in June of this year to check compliance with the protocol. AQSIQ stated that the result from this visit was highly satisfactory, demonstrating the sound nature and seriousness of the Spanish phytosanitary control and certification system. The negotiations surrounding the authorisation to export peaches and plums
have taken a considerable number of years to complete, during which time various technical difficulties arose. China is a highly demanding country in terms of phytosanitary issues, as demonstrated by the fact that Spain is the first country in the world to be authorised to export peaches into this market. In fact, fruit only began to be exported to China in 2014 and only citrus fruits have been allowed until now, exports of which amounted to 1,150 tonnes in 2014. Following significant growth, this figure rose to 3,218 tonnes in 2015 and in the first quarter of 2016 alone 2,270 tonnes were exported.
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Unemployment hits lowest level since 2009 T HE number of unemployed registered with the Public Employment Services in Spain fell in June by 124,349 on the previous month.
This decline is the second largest on record, only bettered by the month of June 2013. Hence, the total number of recorded unemployed now stands at 3,767,054, the lowest figure since September 2009. In seasonally-adjusted terms, unemployment fell by 48,579 in the month of June. This is the largest reduction in a month of June since records began.
Unemployment has fallen in seasonally-adjusted terms in 37 of the last 38 months. Over the last 12 months, recorded unemployment has fallen by 353,250. The rate of year-on-year decline in unemployment stands at 8.57 per cent in June, the best figure since the year 1999. Unemployment among the under-25s has fallen by 24,522 in June (down 7.55 per cent) on the previous
month. Recorded unemployment fell in all autonomous regions, headed up by Catalonia (down 20,145), Andalusia (down 19,251), and Galicia (down 13,144). By activity sector, recorded unemployment fell in services by 84,160, in construction by 14,545 and in industr y by 13,614. In contrast, unemployment increased in the agriculture and fisheries sector by 410. Unemployment fell among first-time job seekers by 11,840. The number of contracts
registered in the month of June amounted to a total of 1,920,340, the highest figure on record. This represents an increase of 11.3 per cent on June 2015. The number of permanent employment contracts registered in June amounted to 148,395, an increase of 17 per cent on the same month last year. Full-time permanent employment grew by 17.3 per cent year-on-year, and is once again the class of employment contract to enjoy the highest growth.
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bridegroom who collapsed just seconds before his wedding was determined not to miss out on the big day.
Despite being carted off to hospital after fainting, he and his bride to be tied the knot in the ambulance instead! The couple were due to get married in a civil ceremony in Madrid when the 50-year-old man felt ill and collapsed just before they entered the wedding room. The incident happened in the Carabanchel district when family and guests were waiting for the service to begin. The emergency services were called when the groom felt dizzy and medics found his blood pressure had hit sky high, causing him to nearly become unconscious. “The man was put into the back of the ambulance for treatment but as he wasn’t improving, it was decided to take him to hospital,” said a spokesman for the city’s Civil Protection team. However, before the ambulance left, the bridegroom insisted the wedding went ahead and a local councillor authorised to take ceremonies was called in. The couple then exchanged their vows in the back of the ambulance, with the groom signing the register whilst lying
on a stretcher! Passers-by cheered the newly-weds and even threw rice as the ambulance was parked in a busy street. The emergency services later tweeted: “The bridegroom started to get dizzy and felt ill. Before he was taken to hospital, a civil ceremony was held in the back of the ambulance.” The councillor who took the service, Esther Gómez also posted pictures of the unusual wedding on her Twitter site. “The man felt a bit overwhelmed. I told him that they could get married another day, but he insisted. The truth is that the paramedics told me that it wasn’t a serious case and the transfer to the hospital could be delayed for a few minutes,” she said Madrid. Once the couple were officially married, they were both driven off in the ambulance - not for their honeymoon but so the groom could receive more treatment at the Central Hospital. Esther Gomez later tweeted: ““The emergency services of Madrid are always needed, in sickness or in health,”
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Six arrested as police “Bloody” protest over discover cocaine lab in Pamplona bull-running underground bunker festival used to smuggle the drugs and distribute them around Spain. Officers who raided the premises found more than 1,000 litres of chemicals inside the bunker, together with a wide range of equipment needed to process the cocaine. Drug squad officers had been keeping watch on some of the members of the gang for some time and they were
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OLICE who raided a drugs lab in the heart of the Spanish countryside found a massive stash of cocaine inside an underground bunker. The gang also hid chemicals and equipment in the dug-out which took even local residents by surprise. They said they had no idea that “huge quantities” of illicit drugs were being manufactured right under their noses as the farm was surrounded by a huge fence to prevent anyone seeing in. It was also in an isolated area with little traffic. As well as arresting six
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URIOUS protestors, including Brits, stripped semi-naked and drenched themselves in fake blood to protest against one of the most famous bull-running festivals.
people, police seized 31 kilos of cocaine from the rural farmhouse in the Alcázar de San Juan district of Ciudad Real. They also impounded vehicles hidden in garages in Madrid. The cars all had false compartments and were
traced back to the rural property. “As part of the operation, one of the six was arested at Alicante airport carr ying 327,000 euros after arriving back in Spain from Rotterdam in the Netherlands,” said a police spokesman.
Seventy five men and women took off all their clothes, with the exception of their black pants, and “chased” 12 other campaigners who wore tiaras with horns to represent the bulls. All of them painted their bodies bright red with 135 litres of fake theatrical blood which they poured over themselves. “The visual was designed to
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Bobbies not back on the beat in the Balearics
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RITISH bobbies on the beat who patrolled Mallorca and Ibiza last summer won’t be joining officers from other parts of Europe.
Government officials in the Balearics have not revealed why the Brits will not be back but some sources are blaming “adverse rather than
favourable” publicity following last year’s trial. It is not known whether the decision was taken by the British or Spanish authorities but the only
foreign officers visitors will see on the streets between now and September will be German, Italian and French. There is some suggestion that Britain’s decision to leave the European Union might have play some part with officials putting forward the view that bobbies on the
beat in future years might need “renegotiating”. Details were unveiled by secretar y general of the Government Delegation in the Balearic Islands, Evelio Antich, and the chief colonel of the Civil Guard in the Islands, Jaume Barceló. They confirmed NO British presence but welcomed the eight foreign officers to the islands, saying: “We want to be your home.” Last summer, two officers fro the West Midlands were seconded for a fortnight of patrols on Ibiza and Mallorca and hit the headlines on many occasions. The Balearic Government has decided to repeat the scheme which sees foreign police mixing with the Civil Guard for the third year running. The eight officers from Germany, Italy and France have already arrived and will be spending time in Mallorca, Ibiza and Formentera. They will remain until September 30th. This is longer than before.
mimic the drunken revellers – many of whom are American, Australian or British tourists – who douse themselves with sangria at the Running of the Bulls, oblivious to the fact that ever y single one of the terrified animals they chase through the cobbled streets will be dead a few days later after being stabbed to death
in a bullfight,” said a spokesman. The grisly protest took place in the “Plaza de Toros” (“Plaza of the Bulls”) in the centre of Pamplona which attracted thousands of people for the annual fiesta. The groups AnimaNaturalis and PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals) wants to stop the bull running which they say is barbaric and causes untold suffering to the animals. Protestors came from numerous Spanish cities but also from Austria, the United States , Sweden, Germany and England in what was described as “the most graphic” demonstration to date. “The San Fermines festival can exist perfectly without bullfights; we are not against the party but of cruelty, torture and death of innocent animals,” said Aida Gascon, director of AnimaNaturalis in Spain. The group says that despite the rejection of many Spaniards of bull-fighting, the bull running was still being used as a tourist attraction.
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New campaign launched to boost cornea transplant donations
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HE Spanish National Transplant Organisation has launched a Cornea Plan to reach 5,000 donors in 2020.
The campaign includes improvements in the donation, processing, distribution and transplantation of corneas, which will enable procedures to be standardised throughout Spain. According to data from the Spanish National Transplant Organisation, a total of 3,870 corneal transplants were performed in Spain in 2015. This represents an increase of 20 per cent over the last five years. Experts foresee an increase in Spain over the coming years in the need for cornea tissue for this type of transplant, as has been the case recently both in Spain and in all other western countries. The causes leading to the increased use of this therapy include an aging population and new cornea transplan-
tation methods, such as lamellar transplantation. To this can be added the fact that the increased age of donors leads to reduced performance by the corneas. According to data from the ONT, the number of corneal transplants has increased by 20.6 per cent in the last five years from 3,207 operations in 2011 to 3,870 in 2015 (an alltime high). The increase has intensified in the last year, with growth of nine per cent in 2015. Approximately 1,300 patients are currently on the waiting list for a cornea transplant, with an average waiting time of three months. There are 180 hospitals in Spain accredited to perform this type of transplant and 112 centres authorised to obtain corneas distributed throughout all the autonomous regions.
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Costa Brava drugs gang sent 50 kilos Police seize of marijuana a week to France MASSIVE FRAUD
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OLICE in Spain and France have smashed an international drugs gang based on the Costa Brava.
They have made 18 arrests in different locations, including Girona, Barcelona and Marseille. Five marijuana farms were also uncovered in different homes in Marseille and along the French Riveria. Police say the leaders of the gang were armed with a Kalashnikov, two pistols and a stun gun and had bulletproof vests and nearly 2,000 rounds of ammunition when arrested. Six properties were raided and nearly 150,000 euros seized, together with 1,900 cannabis plants, 1.3 kilos of marijuana buds and 36 kilos
of marijuana. “The marijuana was waiting to be distributed across the Costa Brava, the French Riviera and the metropolitan area of Marseille,” said a police spokesman. Ten of the arrests were made in Spain and the other eight in France. The joint investigation by Spanish and Frence police began last summer after a French drug dealer was arrested with 51 kilos of marijuana in Lloret del Mar. The investigation confirmed the existence of an
Drone to patrol Benidorm’s coast as tourist resort strikes a first in Spain
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ENIDORM has become the first tourist resort in Spain to use a drone to patrol the coast and ocean in a bid to crackdown on
safety.
The local council says the device can fly for up to 28 minutes and reach speeds of 70 kilometres per hour at a height of more than 500 metres. Sunbathers will be able to see the drone over the sea, port area and bay but it won’t go directly over the sand in order to comply with the rules of the State Agency for Aviation Safety. Four police officers with the beach squad have been specially trained in the use of the new technology which will be available every day of the year. The drone, which weighs less than two kilos, also features a video recorder, anticrash sensors, GPS and an automatic return flight in case of signal loss. Benidorm’s councillor for beaches and local safety,
Lorenzo Martínez said the Costa Blanca resort had become a pioneer in using the latest technology and applying it to monitoring of the coastal zone. “It will be a key ally in cases of emergency,” he said. The zone will also fly over the vast Serra Gelada Gelada rural park favoured by thousands of walkers and keep a watch on deep ravines in case anyone gets into trouble. Benidorm is only the second city in Spain to use a drone for police or emergency work. Only Valencia has one attached to the local fire department. The drone costs 7,000 euros but is being paid for by a private company out of the profits made from hiring out sunbeds and umbrellas.
organised Spanish-French drug trafficking group. L ater, French police stopped three members of the gang near Marseille with another 20 kilos of marijuana. The five plantations were found in Girona, using an electricity supply fraudulently connected to nearby factories. Police say the marijuana
was then transferred on a regular basis to Marseille in vehicles or by human mules. They estimate that 50 kilos a week was sent over to France. The 18 arrested face charges of drug trafficking, membership of a criminal organisation, money laundering and defrauding electricity. One has been remanded in custody and the others released on bail.
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Mojitos with marijuana? Drink sellers peddle drugs
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OLICE have launched an undercover operation on the packed beaches of the Costa del Sol after discovering drug peddlers disguised as drink sellers.
The gang is said to be targetting tourists, including Brits, under the guise of offering water or beers for sale, as well as mojitos. Plain-clothes officers have already seen one man slipping cannabis to sunbathers and arrested a second for approaching a group of French holidaymakers who turned him away. They believe there are more members of the ring at work on the beaches along the Costa del Sol, including Malaga and Marbella, and will be continuing their controls during the summer. “They are using the guise of being drink sellers to home in on tourists, mostly foreign, to offer their clandestine goods,” said a police spokesman. An undercover unit on a busy promenade in Malaga caught one of the men, aged 31, as he sold drugs whilst he took money for drinks. He was found to have more than 300 pounds stashed away in a secret compartment in his bathing trunks. Officers also caught the second man on the beach in Malaga offering mojitos but selling hashish at the same time. He is aged 37 and an Algerian. Both have been arrested and charged for offences under contravention of the public health act. Police suspect the drug sellers have stashes hidden in the sand and are going back to stock up as they go on their “drinks” rounds.
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OLICE have made the largest-ever seizure of fine tobacco in Spain after discovering 95 tons hidden in three warehouses.
Customs officers say the snuff, stored in Granadilla and ready for distribution, was equivalent to 8.5 million packets of cigarettes. Two men have been arrested as part of “Operation Rosa” but the investigation remains open and police believe more people are involved. A tip-off was received about the manufacture, storage and sale of illegal tobacco which has defrauded the Tax Agency out of millions of euros. Tobacconists in Granadilla helped with the investigation which also looked at tobacco ads on the internet.
Police said a bogus company was set up to manufacture the tobacco and sell it on to other firms and individuals in Granada, Almeria, Seville and Jaen. No hygiene controls were in place and all health and safety laws were breached. Raids were made on three warehouses, with 66,000kg found in one, 29,000kg in another. Machinery was also impounded, together with five vans and another vehicle. “This was the largest seizure of this type of work snuff ever made in Spain,” said a spokesman for the Civil Guard. “The investigation remains open and further arrests are not ruled out.”
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Matador’s death reopens debate over bullfighting and Spanish fiestas
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HE first death of a Spanish matador for 30 years in a bullfight broadcast live on television has once again opened the debate about one of the country’s greatest traditions.
There was widespread shock at the horrific death of 29year-old Victor Barrio in Teruel which was witnessed by a huge crowd as well as the TV audience. Those who saw him being gored by the bull included his wife, Raquel who had to be treated for severe shock. Victor was in the ring with the bull which was charging at his red cape when it made contact with his body, goring him in the side and causing fatal internal injuries. He was carried fro the arena but never survived. The matador was given a hero’s farewell when his funeral took place near his home village in Sepúlveda in the province of Segovia, with thousands paying his last respects. The tributes have been led by the King and Queen of Spain and acting Prime Minister, Mariano Rajoy. But whilst many people praised his skill and bravery, there were others who gloated over his death, so much so that one furious bullfighting association has threatened to take them to court. The Lidia Bullfighting Foundation says some of the
comments posted on the social network sites were “deplorable” and attacked Victor Barrio’s memory in the worse way possible. They have collected at least 50 messages which they intend to report to the police, saying they are so vile that those who wrote them could face up to 14 months in prison. “These are real crimes of libel,” says the Foundation. “We don’t think these acts should go unpunished.” Those who didn’t resort to vile comments have, however, been talking again about the merits or otherwise of bullfighting. The issue comes during a time when many parts of Spain, including Pamplona, are or have been celebrating bullrunning festivals. There have been at least two deaths so far and many other injuries. Animal campaigners say both professional bullfights and bullrunning festivals which attract thousands of tourists to Spain should be banned once and for all. Those in the procamp say it is an inherent part of the Spanish heritage.
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Police uncover major network dedicated to making counterfeit money
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OLICE in Spain have discovered more than 1.5 million euros in counterfeit money ready to flood Europe.
They say the production of the notes was mastermined by one of the best counterfeiters in the country. It is the largest network ever detected in Spain and one of the most important in Europe.
Seven people have been arrested, including the ringleader who was already wanted by the police. Officers seized more than 1.5 million euros in counterfeit notes, 23,000 euros in legal
tender and over 70,000 euros in uncuts sheets, together with machinery and tools. The seven people arrested are three Spaniards and four Moroccans, aged between 21 and 60. The false notes being churned out were circulated not just in Spain but across Europe as well.
The operation, which included raids on five properties in Murcia, started after police noticed an influx of bogus notes. The Bank of Spain was called in to help. According to initial investigations, the criminal organisation was led by a Spanish citizen, a resident of Murcia and with a history of offences of the same nature. “Juan Pedro G. S” was considered to be the best forger in Spain. He was first arrested in 2005 but skipped bail. At one stage, police followed a go-between dressed as a jogger as he made a delivery of counterfeit notes. “This ploy was commonly used with members of the gang wearing various disguises, changing their physical appearance and lifestyle to avoid being caught,” said a police spokesman. The 1.5 million euros of fake money was found in batches of 100, 50, 20 and 10 euros as were the uncut sheets. All had a genuinelooking watermark. Equipment was also found for making false credit cards.
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Rajoy and Obama pledge strong ties between Spain and America are here to stay
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ARIANO Rajoy and Barack Obama have highlighted the healthy relations between Spain and the United States.
The two met during an official visit to Spain. At the meeting, they discussed such matters as the economic situation in the two countries, bilateral relations, the refugee crisis and issues relating to Latin America. The two leaders highlighted the economic achievements made by Spain in recent years. Mariano Rajoy stressed that the President of the United States is highly aware of economic trends in Spain and highlighted the fact that Spain is no longer in recession and that it is the fastest growing Eurozone economy. “ We have resolved numerous imbalances, we have gained competitiveness and the Spanish economy can therefore look forward to the future with optimism provided that we maintain an economic policy of control over public accounts and continue to implement structural reforms”, said Mariano Rajoy. In turn, Barack Obama congratulated the “President of the Government and the people of Spain on the progress achieved by the economy. It has been a difficult journey but many of the changes made are starting to produce results”. Rajoy underlined the need to form a government as soon as possible and stressed that he will do everything within his power to do so. While ensuring that having an acting government in place for the last seven months has not damaged the economy, he said that building a stable government is essential. “I am absolutely convinced that everyone will act responsibly and that Spain will therefore have a government soon”, he said. Both Mariano Rajoy and Barack Obama agreed that,
regardless of the outcome of the US elections and the process to form a government in Spain, bilateral relations between the two countries will continue to be excellent. Barack Obama stressed that US-Spanish relations are extremely strong and that this has enabled joint efforts to be undertaken on numerous issues. At the meeting, they also spoke about Spain’s role in NATO. In this regard, Barack Obama thanked “the people of Spain and the Spanish armed forces for the extraordinar y leadership provided within the framework of NATO initiatives and the work being carried out by Spain to educate and train militar y ser vicemen and policemen in Iraq”. As regards the refugee crisis and immigration for economic reasons, Mariano Rajoy reiterated that the problems should be resolved in the countries of origin. “We believe it is important to resolve the problems in Libya and Syria quickly because that will help us a great deal”, he said. Mariano Rajoy explained to Barack Obama “the efforts being made in the European Union for it to provide assistance when trying to resolve the problems at source”.
Latin America As regards the situation in Cuba, Mariano Rajoy said that the two leaders “had spoken about the future with optimism” and also wished the best for the President of Colombia, Juan Manuel Santos, “who is making a great effort”. Regarding Venezuela, Mariano Rajoy and Barack Obama agreed on the need for the situation in this country to return to normality as soon as possible.
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Warning as first case of deadly drug “krokodil” found in Spain
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EALTH experts have issued a warning after discovering the presence of the deadly new flesh-eating drug “krokodil” in Spain for the very first time. Described as “the world’s deadliest drug”, continued use can make blood vessels burst open and cause gangrene and amputation, as well as death. Krokodil is a deriative of codeine and is a highly addictive cocktail which has already taken a grip in Russia, the Ukraine and Georgia. A research team at the University of Castellón says it has found use of the drug in Spain and is warning of its deadly physical effects, including abscesses, phlebitis, thrombosis, bleeding or ulcers, as well as damage to muscles and other soft tissues. The researchers have published details in the latest issue of Addiction and says health professionals across Spain must be aware of its existence.
Prof. Gonzalo Haro, who led the team, said the injuries which krokodil produces gives the skin a crocodile appearance, hence its name. Treatment usually involves surger y, with veins often having to be removed in the arms or legs or even skin grafts and amputations. It is also known to cause organ and brain damage. “The damage can also cause death,” he warned. Symptoms can start within a few days of taking the drug. No other cases of krokodil have been reported in Spain so the Castellon finding is believed to be the first. Experts believe the use of the drug could be linked to the economy in Europe as new cases have been found in Holland and Germany.
Spain “needs more entrepreneurs to create new jobs”
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ARIANO Rajoy has called for more entrepreneurs to create jobs and a stable government because Spain “cannot allow the elections to be repeated.” The acting President of the Government stressed that the unemployment data for July are “good” but, above all, “are an encouraging sign for the future and show that the great national objective for the next four years to have 500,000 more people in work each year can be achieved”. He said that the challenge for Spain is to maintain the economic policy and that two things are needed for that: “Entrepreneurs, people who take risks, work hard and create jobs, well-being and wealth” and a stable administrative framework, “a gover-
nment”, because he believes that “Spain cannot allow the elections to be repeated again”. “It would be a ridiculous notion of extraordinar y proportions”, he said. Sr. Rajoy referred to an unemployment reduction “of 124,000 people” in July, meaning that “unemployment is falling in Spain at a rate of 8.7% per year”, he said. Similarly, he highlighted the 98,000 increase in the number of people registered with the Social Security system, “three times higher than last year”.
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Think you have seen it all? Think again O
BSERVATION and really looking at your surroundings, can unearth some fantastic and fascinating finds.
I enjoy travelling around this island, by car and on foot, exploring new places, new towns, and new routes. In the early years I would say, “been there, seen that” and would think that perhaps, I had outgrown Tenerife. I was of course completely wrong. Such an example of seeing new things, is the hobby I have of finding examples of mimetoliths. You may be wondering what on earth I am on about? Well this fancy name of Greek origin, mimetes meaning imitator and lithos meaning stone, was given by a Thomas Orzo MacAdoo in 1989, for the phenomenon of seeing larger than life
featured are laid out as a route. One of the most obvious mimetoliths in the book, is the “El Sombrero” or “The Hat”, that sits within the Canadas del Teide. You can see it from all lower regions, it pays homage to the farmers who tend their land and animals, in sun drenched afternoons, wearing their sombrero for shelter. This rock is formed from a phonolithic table, resting on pumice pyroclastic deposits, created by nature up to 250000 years ago. Another beautiful mimetolith, that features in the book, is named, “La Rosa de la Orotava” or “The Rose of La Orotava”, this is where an explosion of rock
TheHat, mimetolith, Cañadas del Teide creations, such as animals, objects, people etc, in the giant, naturally occurring stones around us. I was given a book named, “Formas Magicas” which is in the main, created by Javier Bello Lecuona. ISBN 84-7985135-X, which gives wonderful examples of mimetoliths on our wonderful Tenerife. A page is given for each one, with a description, a photo, and a drawing. At the end of the book there is a map of Tenerife and all the mimetoliths that are
has taken place up to 250000 years ago and burst, and spread into the shape of a rose. It is formed from basalt rock. Since getting the Tenerife book, I found another Formas Magicas book at a car boot sale, this time about La Gomera – so it seems I can go in search of these wonderful creations on other canary islands. I personally feel the most spectacular example in this book is named, “Los Organos” or “The Organs”, it is a vast collection of columnar basalt
Painted rocks, Jesus & Mary, El Palmar rock taking up a whole side of the island, all lined up in tiers, as if they were a giant organ in a massive outdoor cathedral. The only way to see this is from a boat, but I will one day I hope. I have been actively seeking out mimetoliths that don’t feature in the books and have found a wonderful example of a rose. It is situated on the Amarilla coast, it is formed in exactly the same way as the rose from La Orotava. Whilst having something to eat in the Pink Parrot in Las Galletas, I noticed a sleeping elephant beyond the marina. This is reassuring, I am sure that you don’t have to go deep into rural Tenerife to observe these fascinating rocks. At the end of cliffs, great warrior faces tend to appear to you, that of Bencomo, a Guanche king. I have seen such a face at the far end of Pal Mar. His profile looking out to sea, with La Gomera in his sights. Whilst there I also observed some painted rocks, their form lead someone to think they were in the image of Jesus and Mary, and since being transformed by the painting, there is no doubt that they are these religious icons. People leave behind messages for loved ones who have passed on – it is quite touching. Although not mimetoliths, interesting none
the less. If you are interested in looking for mimetoliths, especially the ones that feature in the book, it appears a tour has been created, following the route mapped out in the book. I imagine it would be a great way to see the island, www.formasmagicas.com I had no idea that it existed but I will definitely check this out. A vivid imagination or just boredom, looking for mimetoliths is fun, and it makes you really look at your surroundings. So, get out and about with your camera/phone and record any mimetoliths that you see. I would imagine it would be a reasonably inexpensive way to spend outdoor time with children, during these very long Summer holidays?
Profile of Bencomo, El Palmar
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25th July – The anniversary of Nelson’s attack on Santa Cruz in 1797
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NE of the most important days in the history of Tenerife is commemorated with a re-enactment every year, but if you’d like to find out about the event at any time of the year then visit the Military Museum of the Canary Islands in Santa Cruz.
The Military Museum is housed in the half-moon shaped former fort and gun battery at Almeyda in Santa Cruz. The ground floor is given over to modern armaments and information about modern
warfare, then, upstairs on the first floor, six out of the thirteen former gun bays house exhibits that tell the story of the attack by the British war fleet on Santa Cruz led by Rear Admiral Horatio Nelson. The fact that this permanent exhibition takes up almost half of the first floor demonstrates the pride that the islanders take in the achievement of their ancestors. Models of some of the forts and trophies that were taken from the British, together with maps and paintings of the coastline, set the scene for the dramatic dioramas depicting some of the action from those critical days in July 1797, when the fate of the Canary Islands hung in the balance. There and portraits of Rear Admiral Nelson and Commander General Gutierrez, the two protagonists who ended the battle in such a gentlemanly fashion with the exchange of gifts of beer and cheese from Nelson to Gutierrez, and wine from Gutierrez to Nelson, with mutual promises of friendship in the future. In all, the exhibition movingly bridges the gap of almost 220 years. On arriving at the first floor landing the first thing you’ll see is an enormous glass case that houses a diorama. This model depicts the whole town of Santa Cruz as it was in 1797, with the seventeen forts and gun batteries that defended Santa Cruz, the outline of the shore, and, out in the Bay of Santa Cruz, the positions of the British warships as they were during the course of that attack in the darkest hours of the morning. A commentary in English as well as Spanish gives a dramatic minute-by-minute account of the action, which can be followed easily as the various incidents are spotlighted to correspond with the narration. After you’ve seen this, turn to the gallery on the left, where the first three former gun bays are given over to the early years of the Spanish in the Canaries and the conquest of the islands, including artefacts from the battlefields against the native Guanches. These are followed by the six bays that describe the events of the 25th July. In the 4th bay there are plans and elevations of forts and the fortified pier. There is a cabinet containing firearms and other weapons of the period, including an 18thC English bayonet. There is a model of the pier with its gun
battery, which was the first target of the British attack, as well as the fort of San Cristobal. San Cristobal was the military headquarters of Santa Cruz, Tenerife and the whole of the Canary Islands and it was from this fort that Commander General Gutierrez masterminded the defence of the city. The remains of the fort can be seen in the museum beneath the Plaza de Espana. In the 5th bay are flags of the participating Spanish units and modern copies of portraits of Rear Admiral Nelson, and the monarchs of both nations at the time, King George III of Great Britain and King Carlos IV of Spain. Moving on to the 6th bay there is a case containing models of all the ships of the British fleet. The fort of San Cristo de Paso Alto, to the north east of Santa Cruz, is featured with a photo and a painting. There are fragments of a cannon ball from Paso Alto that was fired on 25th July from the British bomb vessel ‘Rayo’. Moving to the 7th bay there are modern paintings and dioramas showing the
a bust of Commander General Don Antonio Gutierrez. In the 9th bay a large British flag, approximately 15ft x 9ft, is on display. It was intended that this should be flown from the fort of San Cristobal after the fort had been captured. The roll call of Spanish dead is on display, a list of British dead would be ten times longer. Finally there is a copy of the royal decree by King Carlos III to Santa Cruz, awarding it the title of ‘Leal, Noble y Invicta’ (Loyal, Noble and Unconquerable). All in all it’s a dramatic display that tells a very dramatic story and it’s well worth seeing. On the lighter side, for me one thought that the exhibition led to was one of those “What if?” questions. What if the British invasion had succeeded? Except for Madeira and the Azores which were colonies of Portugal, Britain’s oldest ally, the British Empire would have had the complete set of Atlantic islands, the Falklands, Tristan da Cunha, St. Helena, Ascension, and a collection of Caribbean islands. Tinerfenos today would have the luxuries and benefits of
action. There’s an English officer’s uniform, some captured English weapons – pistols and swords - and medal dies and printer’s illustration blocks. There is a dramatic model of the sinking of the cutter ‘Fox’ and a print of Nelson falling at the moment he was wounded. In the 8th bay a huge British flag, a trophy from the ship ‘Emerald’, has its own case and hung on the wall nearby is a plaque commemorating the assistance given by Frenchmen from the ship ‘La Mutine’. A modern painting (1959) shows the signing of the capitulation by Captain Thomas Troubridge on behalf of Nelson, and there is the actual table at which the document was signed, together with a copy of it. Looking on is a portrait and
speaking English, talking about the weather, drinking beer, eating fish and chips and singing ‘Rule Britannia’. Actually, in any case, the Canar y Islands depended heavily on Britain for their economic well being, so the end result didn’t matter too much. ‘British’ Marines in the Plaza de Espana, Santa Cruz 2015
AND - look out for announcements about the re-enactment of Nelson’s attack by the Asociacion HistoricoCultural Gesta del 25 de Julio de 1797, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, to be held around the 22nd and 23rd July, it’s exciting stuff.
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How the heat can affect your vehicle
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OR those of us who come from “cold” countries like the UK, Germany, Norway, Sweden etc. we are all well aware of the problems that the cold, rain, frost and snow pose to our vehicles but have you ever considered that the hot climates can also cause problems with your car, some of which will surprise and maybe even shock you. In this issue we are going to point out some of the things that excessive heat can cause to your car and or to your driving itself. The fact that Tenerife has an almost all year round warm climate we tend to take that for granted but when summer comes and the temperature soar, cars can suffer too. The most vulnerable parts of a car to be affected by high temperatures are your tyres, brakes and the shock absorbers. All these items are crucial to enable the vehicle to keep moving, to keep it under safe control and of course enable it to stop safely. If you drive with your tyres at low pressure you are more likely to have a tyre blowout and the increase of a blowout goes up by approximately 60% in high temperature and it will also shorten the length of the life of your tyres. It is also probable that you would notice an increase in your fuel consumption. When the external heat is intense such as in late June through to September and sometimes at other times of the year an engine can lose up to 15% of its power and possibly even more as it drives the cooling and air conditioning unit, when fitted and used. Overheating of brakes can also cause a big problem, anyone who watches or has an interest in Formula 1 or motorsports will know that this can increase your consumption of brake fluid and may cause a phenomenon commonly known as “fading”, which reduces the vehicles ability to slow down or in some cases failing to stop at all until a crash occurs. We must all therefore be aware that all these factors are important for the safety of the driver, other drivers and passengers. It is imperative then that you check, or ask your mechanic or garage to check your tyres, shock absorbers, oil, brake, coolant levels and battery on a regular basis. If you are intending going on a long journey all lights and air conditioning should also be checked. As we have said many people will have a service done in the winter but do not take account of summer temperatures which can cause problems that could be identified at a service in the summer too.
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S a member of the Association of Scottish Motoring Writers, I get to vote on who will receive our annual Jim Clark Memorial Award.
The honour goes to Scots who have made a major contribution to transport and motorsport. Previous recipients of the Ford-sponsored award include Jackie Stewart, David Coulthard, Allan McNish, rally medic Doctor John Harrington and Andrew Fraser, the Ford engineer who led the design and development team responsible for Ford’s multiaward-winning 1.0-litre EcoBoost engine. And this year’s award went to by Bo’ness Hill Climb Revival. Bill Drysdale and Kenny Baird, who collected the trophy, represent the committee that helped to reestablish the original track for competition use for the Bo’ness Hill Climb Revival, which is now in its ninth year. The Bo’ness Hill Climb opened in 1932 for use by the West Lothian Motorcycle Club for speed hill climbs, and attracted the attention of the Scottish Sporting Car Club and the first combined car and motorcycle meeting was held in June 1934.
Of course most cars these days are fitted with air conditioning as standard and a regular problem in summer months is the failure of this or the age old saying, “my air conditioning is not cold”. Many people do not use the air conditioning during winter months and as the unit lays dormant it can fail over time without being noticed by the driver. Often though you may notice an unpleasant smell and this sometimes is due to the failure of the air conditioning. We recommend that you have it checked at least once a year and make sure the air conditioning is used in the car at least once a month. When your air conditioning is working too hard it will likely be putting a mechanical strain on the vehicle. Air conditioning set for an interior temperature of 20 degrees will increase fuel consumption by up to 20% on average. On a final note if you are going on a long journey make sure that your car is loaded properly and safely, do not exceed your permitted load level and distribute your load as evenly as possible. Once loaded CHECK YOUR TYRES! After the war, racing resumed and the RAC granted the venue an International Licence in 1947 and the first round of the inaugural RAC British Hill Climb Championship was held there later that year. Huge crowds flocked to Bo’ness in the late 40s and early 50s to watch some of the greats of British motor racing take on the infamous track. In 1959, the Lothian Car Club took over the running of the venue and rising star Jim Clark took to the hill climb before Bo’ness Town Council sold the land in 1966. To mark the 60th anniversary of the first British Hill Climb Championship in 2007,
a group of enthusiasts organised a gathering of historic racing cars which were driven on what was left of the track. This was the birth of Bo’ness Hill Climb Revival Ltd, a car club - now with over 200 members and a restored track - with a goal to continue the proud motorsport history associated with Bo’ness Hill Climb. ASMW president Stephen Park, presenting the award to the pair, said: “Bo’ness is the oldest permanent motorsport venue in Scotland and the committee has ensured that classic car and motorsport enthusiasts can continue to enjoy this special track for years to come.”
Ford took the opportunity to bring along some of its latest models to the awards venue. And that gave me the first chance to sample the righthand drive Mustang. This motoring icon arrived in Europe last year and unless you’ve been living in a far-away planet you must have heard of the Mustang. More than nine million have been sold worldwide since the first model was launched in 1964. Since then it’s made 9,000 appearances in television, music and video games as well as starring in films with Will Smith, Nicholas Cage, Jason Statham, Tom Cruise and the most memorable -
Steve McQueen in 1960s movie Bullitt. This super sports car arrived in the UK with a choice of 5.0-litre V8 421ps engine or 2.3-litre EcoBoost engine in fastback or convertible models. I jumped into a stunning Competition Orangecoloured convertible Mustang - a super V8 GT model priced at £39,995. With its wide stance, the Mustang looks powerful and there’s a tremendous roar from the engine when you fire it up with the starter button. I was driving mainly on country roads where the sixspeed auto box shifted down gears instantly when an extra power boost was needed.
Heading down Scotland’s west coast, the Mustang was a real crowd puller when we pulled into Nardini’s in Largs Scotland’s most famous ice cream cafe and restaurant. The weather wasn’t kind enough to allow me to drop the roof and some heavy traffic during me drive didn’t let me test the Mustang to the full. With a zero to 62mph in under five seconds though and maximum speed of 155mph, I did enjoy the thrills of this powerful sports car. It left me hungr y for a longer time with it so look out for a full review in the News once I’ve bagged a full-test drive from Ford UK’s press fleet supremo Bob Wright.
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Canine epilepsy and seizures in dogs
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S in humans, epilepsy in dogs is a brain disorder that causes the pet to have sudden fits. It can be brought on by head traumas or brain tumours but there is often no obvious cause for the condition. In this case it’s classed as idiopathic epilepsy, which can often be linked to genetics.
Epilepsy is thought to affect about four in every 100 dogs and most commonly starts in those between one and five years of age.
What happens during and after a seizure? During convulsions, dogs look dazed and unsteady but they most often collapse onto their side and make jerking movements with their legs, or they may go rigid. They can foam at the mouth, and occasionally lose control of their bladder or bowel. During this time they will be unconscious and unresponsive to you. Most seizures last between one and three minutes. Although it’s a very stressful time, it’s really helpful for your vet if you are able to film your pet with your phone during an episode so they can have a better understanding of what’s going on. While triggers can often be unpredictable, epileptic fits do normally occur while your dog is relaxed and are rarely linked to exercise. Afterwards, dogs can behave in different ways; while some will get back onto their paws and carry on as normal straight away, others can remain dazed for up to 24 hours
afterwards – although, such a long period is rare.
What should I do when my dog has a seizure? When your dog is in the throes of a fit, it’s important to remain calm and remember that your pet is not in pain as he or she will be unconscious. Ensure that your dog is not in a position which could put them in danger - such as at the top of the stairs - and try to make sure the area is clear around them. But otherwise, it’s important not to move them. Never put your hand inside their mouth – dogs cannot swallow their tongues during fits, and you may put yourself at risk of your pet unintentionally biting you. Dogs can occasionally bite their tongue during a seizure but other injuries are unlikely. Contact your vet right away for advice.
What are the long term impacts of a seizure? If your pet has had a prolonged fit or many convulsions within a short space of time, there is a higher chance that they could suffer brain damage. There is also a risk that body temperature will rise and cause damage to other organs if the seizure lasts a long time. Very rarely, pets will be left in a coma in the most extreme cases. An early diagnosis and treatment to prevent seizures will help to limit the long term impacts.
Caring for an epileptic dog Canine epilepsy can rarely be cured. But once the medication prescribed by your vet has been adjusted, which can take weeks, it will normally at least reduce the number of seizures and sometimes prevent them altogether, leaving them to enjoy life just as much as the next dog. There are a variety of treatments available. It is vital that you follow your vet’s instructions and give the medication every day at regular time intervals. If the medication prescribed does not prevent fits altogether, it’s a good idea to keep a record and film any seizure or period of ill health your pet has had so that your vet has a more informed picture of their condition. There can be side-effects to medication, including weight gain – and it’s important to ensure your pet remains a healthy weight. Dogs who have experienced fits before may feel a little strange when a seizure is coming and behave in an unusual way – signs you will hopefully come to recognise. Information courtesy of the UK’s Blue Cross animal charity
TACKLING PROBLEMS
Rabbits and their teeth
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ABBITS have three types of teeth. The incisors are the long teeth easily visible at the front of the mouth. Molars and premolars are inside the cheeks and not easily visible. The teeth are very different from human ones in that they grow continually throughout the rabbit’s life. This is essential in the wild because rabbits spend six or seven hours daily eating fibrous foods, which continually wears down the teeth. Problems can develop with both types of teeth. Overgrowth of the incisors can easily be seen, as the long curving teeth are visible at the front of the mouth. Overgrowth of the back teeth cannot be seen. Signs of dental problems include loss of weight, dropping bits of food out of the mouth, a preference for soft foods, dribbling, or stopping eating. Affected rabbits cannot groom themselves properly so hair may become matted, with faeces stuck around the back end. The vet will want to examine your rabbit’s mouth and sedation or anaesthetic is often needed to allow inspection. Overgrowth of the back teeth can cause problems other than difficulties eating and grooming. The teeth normally grow towards their biting surface and overgrowth here causes pain by the development of sharp edges that cut into the gums and tongue. The teeth can also start to grow from the root. This will press on other structures in the head, and is a common cause of discharge from the nose and eyes. Overgrown roots of the cheek teeth (molars) can become infected and turn into abscesses. These can be difficult to treat, particularly if the infection has spread into bone.
The main cause of dental problems is poor diet, although it may also be partly genetic. Many pet rabbits are simply fed too little fibre so the teeth do not wear down as they should. Furthermore, high fibre foods are a source of calcium, so diets low in fibre are too low in calcium. A diet deficient in calcium makes the bone surrounding the teeth softer, so the teeth can move out of their correct alignment, making overgrowth more likely.
What is the treatment? Overgrown incisors need regular trimming, usually performed with a dental drill. A more permanent solution is extraction of the teeth – rabbits can usually eat perfectly well without their incisors. Where the back teeth are affected, they will also need regular trimming or burring, usually under anaesthetic. This may need to be repeated as often as every four to eight weeks. Afterwards, the diet needs to be improved to prevent, or at least slow down, recurrence. Calcium supplements may be necessary but you should only do this if your vet thinks it is advisable. Extraction of the cheek teeth is difficult, and cases where abscesses have developed can be ver y difficult to treat. Some rabbits with facial abscesses are so badly affected and in so much discomfort, that euthanasia is sadly the only option.
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Matt Allwright investigates the con men who are trying to get their hands on your money by using fakes, forgeries and frauds and shows you how to avoid being taken for a ride. This episode investigates the murky world of fake jobs, and Fake Britain meets the man who almost lost everything when his dream job turned out to be a complex fraud. Plus the counterfeit computer hard drives that could cost you your data and your money, and the hairraising truth about fake hairdryers.
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Heist thriller with a twist as a calculating gang carry out what their leader describes as the perfect bank robbery. As the drama unfolds, a tough policeman and the bank president’s ‘fixer’ pit themselves against the criminal mastermind leader. Director: Spike Lee Starring: Denzel Washington, Clive Owen, Jodie Foster, Christopher Plummer, Willem Dafoe, Chiwetel Ejiofor (STEREO, WIDESCREEN, SUBTITLES, AUDIO DESCRIBED, 2006, 15, 4 STAR)
29TH JULY 20:00 AMAZING SPACES: SHED OF THE YEAR (DOCUMENTARY)
George Clarke and the Amazing Spaces team return for the highlight in every shed owner’s calendar: The Shed of the Year competition. From hundreds of entries, just 32 have made it on to the judges’ shortlist for 2016, and only one will take the ultimate shed accolade. The first episode features the ‘Unique’ and ‘Historic’ categories, including a shed that rotates 360 degrees to follow the sun, to a shed that can hit the road clocking in at 90mph. There is also a faithful replica of an Anglo Saxon longhouse and a Vietnam War bunker in Staffordshire.
Gregg Wallace and greengrocer Chris Bavin help families across the UK sort food fact from fiction and eat well for less. Gregg and Chris are in Leicestershire with the Taylor family, whose spending on food has spiralled out of control. Mum Lindsey bakes a cake every day for her family, and her baking obsession, along with a fear of the cupboards being empty and a love of brands, means that this family’s food shop is over three times the national average. Daily cakes are not only bad for their budget but also for their health, and so Gregg and Chris introduce some new recipes to shake up the family’s bad habits. Nutritionist Hala El-Shafie discusses the best way to buy fruit and veg and what to do when they are past their best, and Chris is at an egg farm tracing the eggs’ journey from hen to supermarket. (STEREO, WIDESCREEN, SUBTITLES, AUDIO DESCRIBED, 3 STAR) The comic-strip character returns in a comedy film sequel about the troublesome six-year-old who is the bane of adults everywhere. It’s Mr Wilson’s birthday and Dennis and his friends were definitely not invited! This is a birthday he definitely won’t forget what with all the cake in his face! Director: Charles T. Kanganis Starring: Don Rickles, George M. Kennedy, Justin Cooper, Betty White, Brian Doyle-Murray, Scott ‘Carrot Top’ Thompson
25TH JULY 11:15 TO B&B THE BEST (REALITY SHOW)
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REAL STORIES WITH RANVIR SINGH (DOCUMENTARY) 28TH JULY 19:30
Series which tells the personal stories of people involved in extraordinary events which have changed their lives, presented by Ranvir Singh with reporter Michael Underwood. In this edition, Ranvir has an exclusive interview with the parents of Stephanie Inglis, as she makes a miracle recovery from an accident. Stephanie won a silver medal in judo at the 2014 Commonwealth Games. But two years later, on a sabbatical while teaching English in Vietnam, she was pulled off a vehicle she was travelling on and left in a coma. Michael talks to former criminal turned businesswoman Francesca Barker. Convicted of fraud in 2013, she is now helping other ex-cons by training them to be bakers. The show concludes with a visit to one of the UK’s most remote islands - North Ronaldsay in the Orkneys - to meet 67-year-old Billy Muir who has 20 jobs, including sheep farmer, fire fighter, lighthouse keeper and even air traffic controller.
(STEREO, NEW EPISODE, WIDESCREEN, SUBTITLES, SERIES 2, EPISODE 3)
24TH JULY 14:30 DENNIS STRIKES AGAIN (FILM)
Reality series in which AA’s Friendliest Landlady Lisa Holloway travels the UK to meet the people who are keen on turning their empty rooms into potential goldmines. With her family-friendly credentials, full-time nanny Cheryl’s Streatham home could be a real draw for those with young children. Before any guests can be entertained however, Lisa must help spruce up the junk-filled space being mooted as a bedroom.
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THURSDAY 21ST JULY 2016
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Breakfast Right on the Money Homes Under the Hammer Fake Britain Neighbourhood Blues Bargain Hunt BBC News at One Regional News and Weather Red Rock Escape to the Country Garden Rescue Flog It! Pointless BBC News at Six Regional News and Weather The One Show EastEnders Celebrity MasterChef New Blood BBC News at Ten Regional News and Weather The Insider This Week Weather for the Week Ahead BBC News
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Right on the Money Garden Rescue The Hairy Builder The Great British Sewing Bee Victoria Derbyshire BBC Newsroom Live The Daily Politics Pressure Pad Coast An Island Parish: Falklands David Attenborough’s Natural Curiosities Africa Michael Palin’s New Europe Antiques Roadshow Eggheads The Hairy Builder Rhs: Tatton Flower Show 2016 Full Steam Ahead The Refugee Camp: Our Desert Home Mock the Week Newsnight The Somme 1916 From Both Sides of the Wire Panorama Britain’s Most Spectacular Backyard Builds
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Good Morning Britain Lorraine The Jeremy Kyle Show This Morning Loose Women ITV Lunchtime News ITV News Judge Rinder Dickinson’s Real Deal Tipping Point The Chase ITV News London ITV Evening News Emmerdale Real Stories with Ranvir Singh Emmerdale Coronation Street The Investigator ITV News at Ten and Weather ITV News London Drive Columbo: The ByeBye Sky High Iq Murder Case Jackpot247 ITV Nightscreen
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Dare to Believe 3rd Rock from the Sun Everybody Loves Raymond Frasier The Big Bang Theory The Simpsons Dare to Believe The Simpsons Come Dine with Me Channel 4 News Summary Come Dine with Me Fifteen to One Countdown The Question Jury Couples Come Dine with Me The Simpsons Hollyoaks Channel 4 News Inside Out Homes 999: What’s Your Emergency? Ramsay’s Hotel Hell Dare to Believe 24 Hours in A and E Gogglesprogs My Worst Job
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Thomas and Friends Noddy: Toyland Detective Ben and Holly’s Little Kingdom Peppa Pig Paw Patrol Toot the Tiny Tugboat Bananas in Pajamas The Wright Stuff To B&B the Best 5 News Lunchtime Big Brother Home and Away Neighbours NCIS Film A Housekeeper’s Revenge 5 News at 5 Neighbours Home and Away 5 News Tonight Secrets of Underground Britain On Benefits: Life on the Dole The Nightmare Neighbour Next Door: Living in Fear Big Brother Big Brother’s Bit on the Side Super Casino
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WWE: Smackdown World Matchplay Darts Football Gold World Matchplay Darts Sky Sports Boxing Gold Premier League World Live World Marchplay Darts Football’s Greatest Players Premier League Legends
Cricket’s Greatest NatWest T20 Blast Cricket Sporting Triumphs Cricket Classics NatWest T20 Blast Cricket Football Gold Sporting Triumphs Cricket’s Greatest Live NatWest T20 Blast Cricket Football Gold
FRIDAY 22ND JULY 2016
TENERIFE NEWS 555 I TV GUIDE
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Breakfast Right on the Money Homes Under the Hammer Fake Britain Neighbourhood Blues Bargain Hunt BBC News at One Regional News and Weather Red Rock Escape to the Garden Rescue Flog It! Pointless BBC News at Six Regional News and Weather The One Show A Question of Sport EastEnders Celebrity MasterChef BBC News at Ten Regional News and Weather New Tricks Film Entrapment Weather for the Week Ahead BBC News
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Right on the Money Garden Rescue The Hairy Builder The £100k House: The Final Fix Victoria Derbyshire BBC Newsroom Live Film Show Boat Coast An Island Parish: Falklands David Attenborough’s Natural Curiosities Africa Michael Palin’s New Europe Antiques Roadshow Eggheads The Hairy Builder Rhs: Tatton Flower Show 2016 Athletics: London Anniversary Games Clare Balding Meets... Jessica Ennis-Hill Newsnight Artsnight Tom Jones’s 1950s: The Decade That Made Me Film Chico & Rita Forces of Nature with Brian Cox
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Good Morning Britain Lorraine The Jeremy Kyle Show This Morning Loose Women ITV Lunchtime News ITV News London Judge Rinder Dickinson’s Real Deal Tipping Point The Chase ITV News London ITV Evening News Emmerdale Coronation Street Gino’s Italian Escape: Islands in the Sun Coronation Street Doc Martin ITV News at Ten and Weather ITV News London Film Total Recall Jackpot247 Murder, She Wrote ITV Nightscreen
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3rd Rock from the Sun Everybody Loves Raymond Dare to Believe Everybody Loves Raymond Frasier Formula 1 Salvage S.O.S Car S.O.S Channel 4 News Summary Couples Come Dine with Me Formula 1 Travel Man Countdown The Question Jury Couples Come Dine with Me The Simpsons Hollyoaks Channel 4 News Gogglesprogs Celebrity First Dates Friday Night Dinner Rude Tube Man Down Film Wanderlust Dare to Believe Peep Show
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Pip Ahoy! Little Princess Bob the Builder Thomas and Friends Noddy: Toyland Detective Ben and Holly’s Little Kingdom Peppa Pig Paw Patrol Toot the Tiny Tugboat Bananas in Pajamas The Wright Stuff To B&B the Best 5 News Lunchtime Big Brother Home and Away Neighbours NCIS Film A Husband’s Confession 5 News at 5 Neighbours Home and Away 5 News Tonight Cricket on 5 America’s Hidden Pyramid City Big Brother: Live Eviction Big Brother’s Bit on the Side Lip Sync Battle Super Casino
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Super Heroes Live Super Rugby Super Heroes World Matchplay Darts Premier League Legends Football’s Greatest Players Football’s Greatest Teams Sky Sports Boxing Gold Darts Gold Live World Matchplay Darts
Cricket Classics Cricket’s Greatest Cricket’s Greatest AB de Villiers Masterclass Pro Kabaddi League Live Test Cricket Live NatWest T20 Blast Cricket Test Cricket The Verdict
SATURDAY 23RD JULY 2016
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Breakfast Saturday Kitchen Live Mary Berry’s Absolute Favourites BBC News Weather Bargain Hunt Faster, Higher, Stronger Athletics: London Anniversary Games Film Toy Story
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BBC News Regional News Weather The Getaway Car The National Lottery The Musketeers BBC News Weather Mrs Brown’s Boys Live Peter Kay: 20 Years of Funny Film The Wedding Video
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The Women’s Football Show Coast Film The Valley of Gwangi Taking Flight Homes Under the Hammer Natural World The Hairy Bikers’ Northern Exposure Film Day of the Evil Gun Escape to the Continent Flog It! Full Steam Ahead Gardeners’ World Newsnight Special Proms Extra Dad’s Army The Marvellous World of Roald Dahl Keith Richards: The Origin of the Species QI XL Versailles Film I Am Number Four Film Far From Home This is BBC Two
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CITV ITV News Weekend Murder, She Wrote Who’s Doing the Dishes? ITV News and Weather The Wine Show Big Box Little Box Doc Martin
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The Chase Midsomer Murders Local News and Weather ITV News and Weather You’ve Been Framed! Catchphrase Film The Amazing Spider-Man ITV News and Weather Film Inside Man Jackpot247
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Motorsport Gillette World Sport Tenerife Blue Trail Motorsport Dare to Believe Everybody Loves Raymond The Morning Line Formula 1 The Superhumans Show Formula 1 Channel 4 Racing A Place in the Sun Channel 4 News Film Grease Alan Carr’s Grease Night Film The Inbetweeners Movie Dare to Believe Ramsay’s Kitchen Nightmares USA Film [REC] 3: Genesis Dare to Believe Hollyoaks Omnibus French Collection Kirstie’s Vintage Gems
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Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles The Saturday Show Live Police Interceptors Benefits: Can’t Work, Won’t Work Benefits Benefits: Yorkshire Dole Benefit Beauty Queens The World’s Strongest Man 5 News Cricket on 5 NCIS 5 News Big Brother Film The Expendables
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Super Casino Big Brother Now That’s Funny
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World Matchplay Darts Internat.Champions Cup Football Live International Champions Cup Football Live Formula 1 Internat. Champions Cup Football Live Internat. Champions Cup Football Internat. Champions Cup Football Test Cricket
Cricket’s Greatest The Verdict Pro Kabaddi League AB de Villiers Masterclass Cricket Live - The Saturday Debate Live Test Cricket Live World Matchplay Darts Test Cricket The Verdict
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SUNDAY 24TH JULY 2016
Breakfast The Andrew Marr Show Sunday Morning Live Homes Under the Hammer Bargain Hunt BBC News Weather for the Week Ahead Homes Under the Hammer Escape to the Country Animal Super Parents Eat Well for Less Lifeline Songs of Praise Pointless BBC News Regional News Weather ountryfile Fake or Fortune? The Secret Agent BBC News Regional News Weather Live at the Apollo Film Dinner for Schmucks Weather for the Week Ahead BBC News
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A to Z of TV Gardening Great British Garden Revival Gardeners’ World Countryfile Saturday Kitchen Best Bites A Cook Abroad Lorraine Pascale: How to be a Better Cook The Olympic Journey Talking Pictures Film Rear Window Natural Curiosities Flog It! New Zealand: Earths Mythical Islands Clare Balding Meets...Heather Stanning and Helen Glover Reel Steel Robot Wars Dragons’ Den Fixing Dad Horizon Countryfile Holby City This is BBC Two
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CITV ITV News Weekend Murder, She Wrote Judge Rinder ITV News and Weather Rebound Long Lost Family Love Your Garden Midsomer Murders Masterpiece with Alan Titchmarsh Local News and Weather ITV News and Weather The Chase: Celebrity Special Film Quantum of Solace ITV News and Weather Film I Am Legend River Monsters Jackpot247 Motorsport UK Nightscreen The Jeremy Kyle Show
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King of Queens Frasier Dare to Believe Sunday Brunch Formula 1 Athletics Dare to Believe A Place in the Sun Toy Story That Time Forgot Film Finding Nemo
Marlin the clown fish loses his wife and children in a barracuda attack and only one of his offspring survives: Nemo. On his first day of school and forgetting the advice of his overly-protective father, Nemo is captured by a scuba diver and ends up in a fish tank in a dentist’s office. While he tries to hatch a plan to escape and return home, his dad braves his way across the ocean to get his son back. 19:30 20:00 21:00 23:05 23:40 23:45 00:45
Channel 4 News Saddam Goes to Hollywood Film The Secret Life of Walter Mitty Friday Night Dinner Dare to Believe Formula 1 Film Escape From Alcatraz
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Milkshake! Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Access Now That’s Funny! Film RV - Runaway Vacation
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Film Dennis Strikes Again The World’s Strongest Man 5 News Cricket on 5 Puppies Make You Laugh Out Loud 2 5 News Big Brother Lip Sync Battle 20 Moments That Rocked Pop Lip Sync Battle Super Casino
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World Matchplay Darts International Champions Cup Football Sporting Triumphs Live Fórmula 1 Sporting Triumphs Premier League 100 Time of Our Lives Darts Gold Live World Matchplay Darts Darts Gold Sporting Triumphs
The Verdict Test Cricket The Verdict Live Test Cricket AB de Villiers Masterclass Cricket’s Greatest Live ATP Tennis Super Rugby Try Time Cricket’s Greatest Test Cricket
MONDAY 25TH JULY 2016
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Breakfast Countryside 999 Homes Under the Hammer Fake Britain Neighbourhood Blues Bargain Hunt BBC News Regional News Red Rock Escape to the Country Garden Rescue Flog It! Pointless BBC News Regional News The One Show Rip Off Britain EastEnders Panorama Forces of Nature with Brian Cox BBC News Regional News Weather Have I Got Old News for You Have I Got a Bit More News for You Weather for the WeekAhead BBC News
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The Hairy Builder Close Calls on Camera The Best Dishes Ever Victoria Derbyshire BBC Newsroom Live Nature’s Miracle Babies Pressure Pad Sailing Coast An Island Parish: Falklands Natural Curiosities Michael Palin’s New Europe Antiques Roadshow Eggheads The Hairy Builder Great American Railroad Journeys University Challenge Only Connect The Somme 1916: From Both Sides of the Wire Rhod Gilbert’s Work Experience Newsnight Weather The Women’s Football Show Robot Wars
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Good Morning Britain Lorraine The Jeremy Kyle Show This Morning Loose Women ITV Lunchtime News Judge Rinder Dickinson’s Real Deal Tipping Point The Chase Local News and Weather ITV Evening News Emmerdale Coronation Street Wild France with Ray Mears Coronation Street Brief Encounters ITV News Benidorm In Plain Sight Jackpot247 The Jeremy Kyle Show Nightscreen The Jeremy Kyle Show
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Dare to Believe 3rd Rock from the Sun Everybody Loves Raymond Frasier The Big Bang Theory Dare to Believe The Big Bang Theory The Simpsons Come Dine with Me Channel 4 News Summary Come Dine with Me Dare to Believe Fifteen to One Countdown The Question Jury Couples Come Dine with Me The Simpsons Hollyoaks Channel 4 News Dispatches Superfoods: The Real Story Eden Naked Attraction Ramsay’s Hotel Hell Bodyshockers Dare to Believe
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Milkshake! The Wright Stuff To B&B the Best 5 News Big Brother Home and Away Neighbours NCIS Perfect Seduction
Despite having left his girlfriend behind in NYC for a promotion in Portland, Brandon hopes that they can make it work long-distance. But Brandon’s co-worker Simone has other ideas, and impersonates both Brandon and his absent girlfriend in order to end the couple’s relationship. 17:00 17:30 18:00 18:30 19:00 20:00 21:00 22:00 23:05 00:05 01:00 03:10
5 News Neighbours Home and Away 5 News Cricket on 5 Police Interceptors Unleashed Can’t Pay? We’ll Take it Away! Big Brother Big Brother’s Bit on the Side Autopsy: Bobbi Kristina Brown Super Casino Person of Interest
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Football GOld WWE: Raw World Matchplay Darts Darts Gold International Champions Cup Premier League Years Live Test Cricket International Champions Cup Football Premier League Years
Sky Sports Classics Test Cricket The Verdict Pro Kabaddi League AB de Villiers Masterclass Live Test Cricket Sporting Triumphs Test Cricket The Verdict Super League Fulltime
TUESDAY 26TH JULY 2016
TENERIFE NEWS 555 I TV GUIDE
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Breakfast Countryside 999 Homes Under the Hammer Fake Britain Neighbourhood Blues Bargain Hunt BBC News Regional News Red Rock
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Escape to the Country Garden Rescue Flog It! Pointless BBC News Regional News The One Show EastEnders Holby City The Living and the Dead BBC News Regional News Weather Imagine...
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Fake Britain Garden Rescue The Hairy Builder Gardeners’ World Victoria Derbyshire BBC Newsroom Live The Super League Show Film Merrill’s Marauders Africa Natural Curiosities Michael Palin’s New Europe Antiques Roadshow Eggheads The Hairy Builder Great American Railroad Journeys Inside the Factory: How Our Favourite Foods are Made New Zealand: Earths Mythical Islands Mock the Week Newsnight Weather The Refugee Camp Our Desert Home Celebrity MasterChef Exodus: Our Journey to Europe This is BBC Two
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Good Morning Britain Lorraine The Jeremy Kyle Show This Morning Loose Women ITV Lunchtime News Judge Rinder Dickinson’s Real Deal Tipping Point The Chase Local News and Weather ITV Evening News Emmerdale Love Your Garden
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Holiday Horrors: Caught on Camera ITV News Davina Mccall: Life at the Extreme
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3rd Rock from the Sun Everybody Loves Raymond Frasier The Big Bang Theory The Simpsons Dare to Believe Come Dine with Me Channel 4 News Summary Come Dine with Me Glorious Goodwood The Question Jury Couples Come Dine with Me The Simpsons Hollyoaks Channel 4 News Child Genius Gogglesprogs Celebrity First Date 999: What’s Your Emergency? Live From Abbey Road Classics Lovebox Festival 2016: Music on 4 Dare to Believe
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Bob the Builder Wanda and the Alien Zack and Quack Pets Noddy in Toyland Paw Patrol Little Princess Pip Ahoy! Blaze and the Monster Machines Ben and Holly’s Little Kingdom Shimmer and Shine Jelly Jamm LazyTown Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Now That’s Funny! Cats Make You Laugh Out Loud 3 Film Innerspace Film 3 Men and a Baby Film Willow Cricket on 5 Now That’s Funny! 5 News Weekend Big Brother 20 Moments That Rocked the 80s The Best of Bad TV: The 80s Super Casino
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Sporting Rivalries Cricket’s Greatest Live Test Cricket AB de Villiers Masterclass Cricket’s Greatest International Champions Cup Football Test Cricket The Verdict International Champions Cup Football
WEDNESDAY 27TH JULY 2016
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Breakfast Countryside 999 Homes Under the Hammer Fake Britain Neighbourhood Blues Bargain Hunt BBC News at One Regional News and Weather Red Rock Escape to the Country Garden Rescue Flog It! Pointless BBC News at Six Regional News and Weather The One Show Eat Well for Less Saving Lives at Sea BBC News at Ten Regional News and Weather A Question of Sport Room 101 Weather for the Week Ahead BBC News
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Fake Britain Garden Rescue The Hairy Builder An Island Parish Victoria Derbyshire BBC Newsroom Live Lifeline Film Pride and Prejudice Coast Super Cute Animals David Attenborough’s Natural Curiosities Michael Palin’s New Europe Antiques Roadshow Eggheads The Hairy Builder Great American Railroad Journeys Mastermind Gardeners’ World Versailles Boy Meets Girl Newsnight People Just Do Nothing Inside the Factory: How Our Favourite Foods are Made Exodus: Our Journey to Europe Saving Lives at Sea This is BBC Two
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Good Morning Britain Lorraine The Jeremy Kyle Show This Morning Loose Women ITV Lunchtime News ITV News London Judge Rinder Dickinson’s Real Deal Tipping Point The Chase ITV News London ITV Evening News Emmerdale Coronation Street Wild Animal Reunions Long Lost Family ITV News at Ten and Weather ITV News London Holiday Horrors: Caught on Camera In Plain Sight Jackpot247 Murder, She Wrote ITV Nightscreen
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3rd Rock from the Sun Everybody Loves Raymond Dare to Believe Frasier The Big Bang Theory The Simpsons Come Dine with Me Channel 4 News Summary Come Dine with Me Glorious Goodwood The Question Jury Couples Come Dine with Me The Simpsons Hollyoaks Channel 4 News The Three Day Nanny 24 Hours in A and E Man Down 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown Eden Dare to Believe Naked Attraction
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Little Princess Pip Ahoy! Thomas and Friends Noddy: Toyland Detective Ben and Holly’s Little Kingdom Wissper Peppa Pig Paw Patrol Toot the Tiny Tugboat Bananas in Pajamas The Wright Stuff Big Brother 5 News Lunchtime Home and Away Neighbours NCIS Film Secret Liaison 5 News at 5 Neighbours Home and Away 5 News Tonight Secrets of Great British Castles GPs: Behind Closed Doors Ultimate Celebrity Power Couples 2016 On Benefits: Life on the Dole The Nightmare Neighbour Next Door: Living in Fear
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Sporting Rivalries Cricket’s Greatest Sporting Heroes Cricket World Cup 2015 Test Cricket The Verdict Live Royal LOndon One-Day Cup Cricket Pro Kabaddi League Time of Our Lives
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THURSDAY 28TH JULY 2016
Breakfast Countryside 999 Homes Under the Hammer Fake Britain Neighbourhood Blues Bargain Hunt BBC News at One Regional News and Weather Red Rock Escape to the Country Garden Rescue Flog It! Pointless BBC News at Six Regional News and Weather The One Show EastEnders Celebrity MasterChef Hugh’s War on Waste BBC News at Ten Regional News and Weather Matron, Medicine and Me: 70 Years of the NHS Faster, Higher, Stronger Weather for the Week Ahead BBC News
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Fake Britain Garden Rescue The Hairy Builder The Great British Sewing Bee Victoria Derbyshire BBC Newsroom Live Nature’s Miracle Orphans Golf Antiques Roadshow Eggheads The Hairy Builder Great American Railroad Journeys Full Steam Ahead The Refugee Camp: Our Desert Home QI Newsnight The Somme 1916 From Both Sides of the Wire Panorama Exodus: Our Journey to Europe Shop Well for Less This is BBC Two
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Good Morning Britain Lorraine The Jeremy Kyle Show This Morning Loose Women ITV Lunchtime News ITV News London Judge Rinder Dickinson’s Real Deal Tipping Point The Chase ITV News London ITV Evening News Emmerdale Real Stories with Ranvir Singh Emmerdale Tonight The Investigator: A British Crime Story ITV News at Ten and Weather ITV News London Drive Murder, She Wrote Jackpot247 Tonight
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3rd Rock from the Sun Dare to Believe Everybody Loves Raymond Frasier The Big Bang Theory The Simpsons Dare to Believe The Simpsons Come Dine with Me Channel 4 News Summary Come Dine with Me Glorious Goodwood The Question Jury Couples Come Dine with Me The Simpsons Hollyoaks Channel 4 News Inside Out Homes 999: What’s Your Emergency? Ramsay’s Hotel Hell Dare to Believe 24 Hours in A and E Gogglesprogs
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All roads lead to Los Realejos for celebrations with long history
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traditional celebration which dates back to before the mid-18th century is being held in Los Realejos until July 28th.
The municipality is celebrating over two and a half centuries of devotion to
Nuestra Señora del Carmen. The town council, parish, cultural association and fiesta
committee have arranged about 60 activities. The northern municipality has more than 80 celebrations a year and is considered the most festive in Spain but this is the one of the greatest manifestations of faith and devotion in both the religious and social scope. There are numerous activities, some religious, but also cultural, for children, sport, gastronomy and more. The festivities attract visitors from all parts of the island and beyond. There will be a traditional procession on July 24th and a mass and further parade on July 25th. The children’s festival gala is scheduled for
Thursday July 21st at 6.30pm whilst the Sea Princess and Queen of the Fiestas del Carmen adults will be on Friday July 22nd at 9.30pm. There will be no shortage of gastronomic events with a dessert contest, potatoes and wines of Los Realejos and the big party ‘wine and potatoes’, all on Saturday July 23rd. The programme also includes art, music, humour and theatrical presentations. There will also be the novelty on July 27th and 28th of Mister World Tenerife and Miss World Tenerife. See more on www.losreajelos.es
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Creative club still going strong
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EMBERS of the Third Age club in Puerto de la Cruz will be able to enjoy another year of yoga workshops, folklore, computers, painting, ceramics, a book club and theatre, thanks to grant aid from the local council.
These are all enjoyed in the senior centre. The club has over 1,100 members and is the largest in the municipality. One of the highlights is the exhibition of paintings, sculptures and pottery held in the courtyard of the Casa Rahn at the close of the workshops, as well as the theatrical performances and the folk group “Renacer” which performs across Puerto.
Sansofé festival hits the coast of El Médano and Los Abrigos for another summer
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UMMER in Granadilla de Abona is synonymous with Sansofé and this year is no exception.
Musical performances, exhibitions, film, sports and leisure activities are all part of the programme which has now started along the coast. This popular cultural programme is now in its 23rd edition and will be bringing colour, fun and enjoyment during the rest of July and the whole of August in the centre of El Medano and Los Abrigos. The Department of Culture of Granadilla de Abona council, directed Oscar Delgado Melo, signalled the start with a parade of African dance in Los Abrigos and a musical show in the central plaza of El Medano with ‘Mexico Inolvidable’ by the German artist Josefina. The Mayor, Jaime González said everyone was very welcome, tourists and
local people alike, young and older, because the programme offered something for everyone. “The Granadilla coast will be the best showcase for residents, tourists and other visitors to spend your holidays and enjoy what is already a hallmark of the summers of the region and the island,” he said. Oscar Delgado said there would be about 40 free events over the two months. “The coast of our municipality is ready for everyone to enjoy and leisure and fun are part of everyday life,” he stressed. Over the two months, there will concerts, outdoor cinema, workshops, recreational, sports and cultural activities for the whole family. Highlights include Fiesta Corona Sunset; ‘Entre amigos’ with Eladio Pérez; a concert by
the Canary group ‘Amatista’; Santa Blues de Tenerife with the Iván Rojas Blues Band and The River, and finally, Ruth and the Isla Music, which will close the programme on August 27th. On Friday, July 29th, the gastronomic event ‘Sensations of Summer’ with tapas and wine will be held in the plaza of El Medano, which becomes the great summer culinary feast of Tenerife, and on August 6th, the VII Festival of Tapas will be held in Los Abrigos. From August 5th to August 21st, the XXIII edition of the Folklore takes place, to which must be added the outdoor cinema, a concert by the José Reyes Martín Concert Band, the fair ‘Contágiate de Igualdad’, various commercial activities with live music in both Los Abrigos and El Medano and also environmental awareness by Spanish Red Cross.
Works by the painting schools of El Medano and San Isidro will be exhibited and there will be a sculpture
workshop from July 30th to August 30th in the old school of El Medano. To check all the events to
help you plan a visit, see http:/ /www.granadilladeabona.org/ programa-cultural-de-sansofe2016/
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La Orotava’s pride at success of Festival of Chamber Music
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EAR after year and now in its eleventh, the Festival of Chamber Music ‘Ensemble Villa de La Orotava’ has achieved great success and prestige.
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It has become a reference point not just in Tenerife but across the Canaries, spotlighting on the excellence of young talent which has been its aim since its inception. The latest edition began on July 11th and continues until the 22nd with an interesting programme of concerts and parallel activities such as courses of development and an instrumental music camp for the young. Each year, the Music Award of Honour is awarded and this time went to the Music Festival of the Canary Islands founded in 1985. It has managed to have personalities and musical ensembles of global significance. It is also the scene of two great orchestras: Symphony Orchestra of Tenerife and Gran Canaria Philharmonic. The festival is a great tourist attraction and has placed itself on the European map. The presentation of this great cultural event took place at La Orotava town hall in the presence of the acting Mayor, Juan Dóniz, the councillor for culture Yurena Luis and representatives of the festival Julio Castañeda and Juan Félix Álvarez. The Festival of Chamber Music has encompassed six concerts in the emblematic old town. There are still two to come, including on July 21st when the Municipal Senior Centre hosts the concert “Cuarteto de Trombones” and on July 22nd, a concert by the Ensemble Villa de La Orotava in the Auditorio Teobaldo Power. Sr. Doniz congratulated the organisers and all the musicians participating in the Festival of Chamber Music for “making every year a success and consolidating over time, despite the difficulties, becoming one of the most important of its kind in the Canary Islands “. The event attracts a large audience, both residents and visitors, and also helps to promote the local heritage from another musician-cultural perspective.
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Priscila reigns supreme over Puerto’s July celebrations
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RISCILA Medina Quintero is the Queen of the July fiestas which are lighting up Puerto de la Cruz with a host of activities.
There is something happening nearly every day until the end of the month as the packed programme contains nearly 100 events over the 31 days. Priscila was picked during the annual selection evening, during which she wore a costume designed by Sedomir Rodríguez de la Sierra and sponsored by the Ferretería Jorge Quintero.
Her attendants are Lara Martín Hernández,Carlota Díaz Pérez Carmen Yasmina Hernández Pérez and Claudia García García. The show was spectacular and was attended by around 1,000 people, with nine candidates in all. Highlights still to come include the Heineken Festival of Jazz and More, folklore performances,
underwater fishing competition, water volleyball, live music, spinning classes, a football tournament, races, with Saturday, July 23rd being a particularly busy day and night. On Sunday, July 24th, a big crowd and turnout is expected for the Bicycle Fiesta from 11am, leaving the Plaza de Los Reyes Catolicos and going through Puerto. There’s a big concert on the night of the 30th and at 10pm, the Fiesta Joven and a recital on the 31st. There are also religious ceremonies and services, more sport competitions, exhibitions, talks, seminars and exhibitions. You can find out more on www.facebook.com/ PuertodelaCruz The programme can also be picked up at the town hall or at various points around Puerto.
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San Miguel begins countdown “A Sea of to festivities Tapas” in El FIESTA INVITE
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AN Miguel de Abona is finalising arrangements for its festivities in honour of San Miguel Archangel 2016.
Councillor for Culture and Festivals, Samuel De Leon, has issued a reminder that registration is still open for the contest to find the Romera and Romero Mayor of the Fiestas. Entries are being accepted at the SAC of the municipality until July 21st. This year, the council has decided to include young people in the categor y of
Romero Mayor with the girls who traditionally aspire to the title of “Romera Mayor” . The competition rules stipulate that there must be a minimum of five candidates in the category of “Romero Mayor”. It is open to those aged 16-21 years, representing their respective districts or population centres. For more information, see www.sanmigueldeabona.org
Rosario
or call the Department of Culture (922700000 ext 1205/1225.)
Theatrical group Fitness on the leads Granadilla beach of El spotlight Médano RURAL BACKDROP
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HE rural and traditional charms of Tenerife are being showcased in a rather different fashion in Granadilla.
About 40 people recently enjoyed a theatrical route tour of the old part of the town, with the various scenes taking place in the picturesque setting of Chasnero. The initiative was organised by Granadilla council under the framework of the Rural Tourism and Nature (Turnatur) programme. It also had the collaboration of Tourism of
Tenerife and was co-ordinated by geographer José Juan Cano with the involvement of the theatre group Thynisara. The walk started from the church of the convent and then visited landmarks like an old house, the Museum of History, the tobacco drier, the casa Arquitecto Marrero Regalado and the plaza González Mena among others.
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RANADILLA is inviting senior members of the community to enjoy fitness on the beach this summer.
Morning sessions have started at El Medano and will continue throughout the rest of July and August on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays fron 9am to 11.30pm. About 200 people will be taking part on a regular basis and a shuttle bus is being offered which runs through various parts of the municipality. The initiative is being run by
the Third Age department of Granadilla council. The Mayor, Jaime González said he hoped the older generation would take the opportunity to look after their fitness this summer whilst having fun and meeting people at the same time. The programme has three monitors offering yoga exercises, maintenance and aerobics.
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L Rosario is offering a new tapas route until the end of July.
Ten establishments in Radazul, Tabaiba, Machado and El Chorrillo are taking part in this first edition that aims to boost the commercial sector . It is being organised by the local council through its department of local development and the Association of Small and Medium Businesses from El Rosario (Apymeer), chaired by Ivana del Río. “Un Mar de Tapas” (“A Sea of Tapas”) started on July 15th and continues until July 31st. During these days, and through the ten participating establishments, the municipality will offer residents and visitors the chance to taste and enjoy the most creative and original local cuisine in the nuclei of Radazul, Tabaiba Machado and El Chorrillo. The pubs, bars and restaurants are presenting tapas with their own choice of ingredients. Each will be sold at the price of 2.5 euros and will include a drink (can of beer, local wine, water or soda). The covers will be available to the public every Thursday, Friday and Saturday during the duration of the route, while on Sundays and the other days of the week depending on individual establishments. Councillor for Local Development, Yeray Gutierrez, emphasised the importance of this route “to promote the rich and diverse cuisine of El Rosario in areas such as Tabaiba and Radazul.” He encouraged everyone to join in. The establishments taking part are “Cafetería Terraza Radazul”, “El clan de Toño”, “Bar Perritomanía”, “Kiosco El Tamboril”, “Bar La Vela”, “Pizzería Navarro”, “Donuria”, “Bistro Bar Chapó”, “Tasca Era Las Enriquetas” and “Bar Zaragoza”. Visitors can also enter a raffle if they have a passbook and visit at least three different establishments. There will also be prizes for the top three tapas dishes.
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Summer has arrived and the wonderful SOOK restaurant has devised a refreshing and appetising menu for the hot months. New mouth-watering dishes are home-made salmorejo with extra virgin olive oil, diced Iberian ham and bread croutons, avocado from our islands in tempura, served with sweet chilli sauce and soy, tuna tataki with seaweed salad and caramelised soy sauce and duck breast soft grilled, with papaya chutney. In addition, the air-conditioned restaurant continues to offer its refreshing desserts such as seasonal fruit salad with guava mayonnaise. SOOK is now also opening with its a la carte during the weekend, both for lunch and dinner. The opening times are 13:00 to 15:30 and 20:30 to 23:30 and for your convenience, there is a parking area. You might also like to try the full breakfast buffet open to the public from 7am to 11am from Monday to Sunday. Ideal to start a day of shopping or tourist visit to Santa Cruz. The price is 16 euros per person.
Mamma Rosa is one of the longest established restaurants in the south of Tenerife and has an extensive menu and a modern ambiance which appeals to all ages. For more than 22 years, it has offered elegance, top-class cuisine, an excellent varied wine list and, of course, the service you would expect. The cuisine is described as classical Italian and Scandinavian with Spanish and French influences, blended together and cooked in a modern style. Part of the new approach is to offer a very extensive fish menu. As with the meat, the restaurant tries where possible to buy local produce and support the islands’ agriculture.
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For reservations call 922 794 819 Avda. Santiago Puig, Apartamentos Colón 2 Playa de la Américas www.mammarosa.com / mammarosa@mammarosa.com
If you want to seek out a really good Italian restaurant at an affordable price with a lovely terrace, 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.
Winter times: Monday to Friday: 15:00 -11:00 pm / Wednesday closed Saturday & Sunday: 15:00 - 12:00 pm For reservations call 922 382 056 Calle Aceviños, La Paz, Puerto de la Cruz
Restaurante El Cine
Tipsy Terrace
Restaurante Gom
Los Cristianos
Los Gigantes
Santa Cruz
The regular sight of people queuing for a table will give you the best clue ever about this restaurant. The alley-way where people queue has been described as the most famous on the island and no-one seems to mind having to wait for a table. This is very much a fresh fish restaurant, the only meat you will find are chicken. The menu, in extense: grilled cuttle fish, grilled hake fillet, fresh sardines, the fish of the day, grilled fresh herrings, all seven euros each. Tomato and onion salad, chips or Canary potatoes for 2.50 euros a bowl. Fried octopus, nine euros. Grilled prawns, eight euros. Fried chicken wings, seven euros. There is one hour free parking at the dock for restaurant visitors. Just request a ticket and this will be stamped at El Cine.
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.
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.
For reservations call 609 107 758 Calle Juan Bariajo, nº8 Los Cristianos www.barelcine.es / barelcine@gmail.com
For reservations call 922 868 432 Los Gigantes Sports & Gardens Calle Hibisco 4, Los Gigantes www.tipsyterrace.net
For reservations call 922 276 058 Calle Dr. Guigou,29 Santa Cruz www.hoteltaburiente.com
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Your dining experience around our restaurants
Harriet’s
Brunelli’s Steakhouse
The Oriental
Los Cristianos (new) & Fañabé
Puerto de la Cruz
Puerto de la Cruz
English Tea Room Very much a Tenerife business success story, Harriet's English Tea Room and Restaurant in Los Cristianos has a very welcome addition to its extensive menu - Sunday lunches for 9.95 euros which are served between 12 noon and 5pm. With a big sunny terrace and beautifully designed interior, this lovely restaurant is just a stone’s throw from the bus station at the San Marino building (ie turn left at the bottom of the bus station and it is 100 yards or so on your left, in premises formerly occupied by the Heritage bar). In addition to the fantastic Sunday roasts, with "proper" roast potatoes, you will find the most gorgeous food, all home-made and great British cooking, including all day breakfasts, mouthwatering cakes, salads, jacket potatoes, sandwiches and rolls, home-made burgers, pancakes, ice-creams, evening meals and numerous varieties of teas and coffees served in china pots and cups. There are also many gluten-free and diabetic options.
For reservations call 922 712 791 Los Cristianos, San Marino building. Open daily from 9am to 11pm. Playa Fañabé,56 Central Commercial. Open 9am to 10pm, closes 5pm Saturday and Sunday
Just 50 metres from Loro Parque and with beautiful views of the ocean, Brunelli’s Steakhouse is waiting for you to explore the delights of the palate. Inspired in the original American steakhouses, this restaurant is located at the former fisher village of Punta Brava, in northern Tenerife, and offers you the best quality meat – tender, juicy and with an incomparable texture. Flavors like you have never tasted before thanks to a specially controlled maturation and their ‘Southbend’ oven, unique in the Canaries and which cooks the meat at more of 800ºC, highlighting all its properties and making your dinner simply perfect.
For reservations call 922 062 600 In front of Loro Parque Puerto de la Cruz www.brunellis.com
Inaugurated in 1996 by Queen Sirikit of Thailand, our Oriental restaurant offers Asian style ‘haute cuisine’, which includes a wide range of delicious dishes with the unique flavor of an essential continent within the international gastronomic scene. The menu changes regularly and offers the best of the delicate and tempting, yet sophisticated cuisine from Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia, China and Japan. The unforgettable experience in El Oriental is also felt though the traditional decor of the restaurant, which reflects both the magic and fineness of Thailand, making this restaurant the ideal place for a perfect dinner.
For reservations call 922 381 400 Avda. Richard J. Yeoward, 1 Puerto de la Cruz ( Hotel Botánico) www.hotelbotanico.com/service/el-oriental
The Oyster Catcher
II Pappagallo
La Parrilla
Los Cristianos
Puerto de la Cruz
Puerto de la Cruz
It’s always nice to try a new experience when in Tenerife so pop along to the Oyster Catcher in Los Cristianos and enjoy some spectacular flambé. The restaurant, on the thriving El Mirador strip, offers an extensive menu of British and Spanish cuisine, using only the best of fresh ingredients at affordable prices, including homemade soups, daily roasts served with classic Yorkshire pudding and stock gravy, pastas, fish and fresh salads. All the main courses are served with a choice of fresh vegetables and potatoes. You can sit indoors or on the undercover terrace. Flambés are the speciality of the house, with the steaks, king prawns , pork or chicken cooked right in front of you with delicious sauces. Follow up with a flambéed dessert such as crêpe suzette and banana flambé. Delicious!
For reservations call 922 788 038 Open daily C.C. El Mirador, Local 5 Avenida San Francisco, Los Cristianos www.oystercatcher.es - info@oystercatcher.es
Il Pappagallo restaurant perfectly combines the old art of making pasta dishes and innovative side dishes that will both delight diners. The menu has been entirely renovated to offer diners a modern culinary repertoire that matches our attention and love for details, as well as our passion for excellence. A varied buffet and a great selection of Italian specialties await you in its terrace overlooking the Atlantic, ideal to enjoy unforgettable sunsets and the tranquillity of the night during summer. In addition, our wine cellar houses the best Italian wines, chosen amongst the most traditional wines of the country.
The inmistakable Andalusian style of La Parrilla restaurant carefully decorates an architecture that blends rustic wood elements with southern Spain typical houses – an environment where diners live a gastronomic experience with the hallmark of excellence in restoration. The succulent cuisine with grilled meats, fresh fish and tapas challenge the most discerning palates in an evening paired with the best wines of the Canary Islands and Spanish Peninsula. In addition, our chef offers the freshest market daily. Enjoy the rustic setting and relaxed atmosphere of La Parrilla, which make this restaurant the perfect place for a romantic dinner or an entertaining encounter among friends.
For reservations call 922 381 400 Avda. Richard J. Yeoward, 1 Puerto de la Cruz ( Hotel Botánico) www.hotelbotanico.com/service/il-pappagallo
For reservations call 922 381 400 Avda. Richard J. Yeoward, 1 Puerto de la Cruz ( Hotel Botánico) www.hotelbotanico.com/service/la-parrilla
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Bobby’s Indian Tandoori
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Rendezvous
Take-away and delivery now available!
Bistro Bolle
Restaurant/Bar & Bistro
Puerto Santiago, Costa del Silencio & Playa de las Américas
Costa del Silencio
Golf del Sur
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. Bolle’s 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.
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.
For reservations call 699 351 694 Parque Don José, Calle Hercules 7-8, Costa del Silencio Bistro BOLLE Closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays
For reservations call 922 738 683 / 922 738 602 Winter Gardens Complex Golf del Sur San Miguel de Abona
If you love Indian food, you will find the very best at Bobbys Tandoori, now at three locations. The food served here is absolutely superb which is why Bobbys is a firm favourite with local residents and visitors alike. The Costal del Silencio restaurant is in the unusual octagonalshaped building on the corner of the main road through Silencio with Las Galletas. The restaurant in Puerto Santiago is on Avenida Maritima, about 50 yards from the Los Dragos Hotel. The Playa de las Americas restaurant is near the seafront on the second floor of CC Puebo Canario. The food is great and affordable, as are the drinks. Bobby's Playa Santiago (922 868 690) Open: 1pm-4pm, 6pm-11pm. Mondays evening only Bobby's Costal del Silencio (922 072 177 /610 864 241) Avenida Jose Antonio Tavio Open every day 2pm-11pm Bobby's Playa de las Americas (922 796 816) CC Pueblo Canario, second floor, local 204 Open 2pm to 11pm (Monday from 6pm)
Brunch every Sunday from 10:30am to 13:30pm
El Teatro del Puerto
Restaurante Magnolia
Dula y Pipa
Los Cristianos port
Puerto de la Cruz
La Orotava
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.
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, “Farm to table”. It forms part of the new project known as “La Granja Verde” or “The Green Farm” and centres around fresh, locally-grown produce” and a commitment to the local wines of the island. It runs with the expert gastronomic advice of Juan Carlos Clemente. Wednesday to Sunday, from 13:00 to 16:00 and also from 18.30 to 23.00 Friday and Saturday. Sunday Brunch from 10:30 to 13:30.
For reservations call 922 385 614 Avda. Marqués de Villanueva del Prado s/n Puerto de la Cruz www.restaurantemaganolia.com
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
If you love a location with a lot of atmosphere, head down to the busy port of Los Cristianos. There is always something to see here and it’s great to watch all the ferries coming in and out as you enjoy a coffee or meal amidst all the action. Whether you are travelling to another island or not, seek out the cafeteria in the port terminal. “El Teatro del Puerto” in the Estacion Maritima specialises in bread rolls, cakes and some really first-class coffees.You will also find a great selection of tapas, typical Canary products, ice-creams and more. One great option is their daily menu which offer a first and second course, plus a dessert, with drinks paid separately. A real bonus is that it is open early in the morning, from 7am every day, closing at 8pm.
For reservations call 609 107 758 Estación Marítima, Los Cristianos Port, Arona
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Your dining experience around our restaurants The “Picoteo” triangle
Donde Mario
El Calderito de la Abuela
La Bodeguita de Enfrente
Cuesta de la Villa
Cuesta de la Villa
Cuesta de la Villa
A great part of the fun of wining and dining in Tenerife is finding somewhere different and it’s well worth a trip out to Santa Ursula to the warm and inviting Donde Mario. Though from the outside you might easily pass by it, the inside is elegant and captivating. Restaurateur Mario Torres surpises us every day with his extensive use of produce in season, and his unbeatable experience with wines and cookery. Just try his Cherne warm salad, a super-healthy Canarian fish soup, or his Lomo de Vaca Morucha. You will be surprised.
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.
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 922 304 585 Exit 31 TF-5, Carretera Provincial, 119 Cuesta de la Villa, Santa Úrsula www.dondemario.net
For reservations call 922 301 918 Exit 31 TF-5, Carretera Provincial, 130 Cuesta de la Villa, Santa Úrsula www.elcalderitodelaabuela.net
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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Tips to fight the menopause
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HE menopause can make you feel as if you’re not in control of your own body but there are ways to ease the symptoms.
Keep cool
Hot flushes and night sweats are the most common symptoms of the menopause. They are caused by a malfunction in the body ’s normal methods of temperature control. They can occur even before your periods have stopped but are most common in the first year after the last period. To ease hot flushes and night sweats: Wear lighter clothing. Keep your bedroom cool at night. Do more exercise. Try to reduce your stress levels. Avoid potential triggers, such as spicy food, caffeine, smoking and alcohol. Try to relax. Psychological symptoms can include feeling down, anxiety, irritability, mood swings, tiredness and lack of energy. However, this time in a woman’s life can also be stressful due to parents’ ageing and loss of independence, death of parents or relatives, divorce or ‘empty nest syndrome’ when children leave home. Therefore, it can be difficult to tell if your psychological symptoms are a direct result of the menopause. To help improve your mood, get plenty of rest, regular exercise and relaxation exercises such as yoga.
Sleep well Restful sleep will help you cope with night sweats and other menopausal symptoms. Improve your sleep by avoiding exercise within two hours of bedtime and going to bed at the same time every night
Get some exercise There’s evidence that women who are more active tend to suffer less from the symptoms of the menopause. Exercise is important not only for the relief of short-term symptoms but also to protect your body from heart disease and osteoporosis. Exercise will help keep your bones and the muscles that support them strong. It will also increase your flexibility and mobility, which will in turn improve your balance. The benefits of exercise in preventing bone loss and fractures are well known. It is thought that the best kind of activities are aerobic, sustained and regular. Brisk walking about three times a week is a cheap, easy and great way to start exercising.
Stop smoking Women who smoke have an earlier menopause than non-smokers, have worse flushes and often don’t respond as well to tablet forms of HRT. It’s never too late to stop smoking.
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The benefits of strength exercises
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TRENGTH and flexibility exercises will help you increase muscle strength, maintain bone density, improve balance and reduce joint
pain.
A strength exercise is any activity that makes your muscles work harder than usual. This increases your muscles’ strength, size, power and endurance. The activities involve using your body weight or working against a resistance. Examples of muscle-strengthening activities include lifting weights, working with resistance bands,heavy gardening, such as digging and shovelling, climbing stairs, hill walking, cycling, dance,push-ups, sit-ups and squats and yoga.
What exercises are good for preventing falls? Exercises that improve leg strength, balance and co-ordination can help people maintain and improve their muscle mass and avoid falls as they get older. You could try ta chi, yoga, dance, walking up stairs, hiking or lifting weights.
How can I tell if I’m doing enough? For an activity to be muscle-strengthening, it needs to work your muscles to the point where you may need a short rest before continuing. For example, if you’re lifting weights, you would have to put the weight down after doing a number of lifts before carrying on.
What are flexibility exercises? Flexibility exercises are activities that improve the ability of a joint to maintain the movement necessary for carrying out daily tasks and physical activity.
What are the health benefits of strength and flexibility activities?
There is strong evidence of the health benefits of musclestrengthening activities. These include maintaining the ability to perform everyday tasks and the reduction in bone and muscle loss associated with ageing. There is also a reduction in the number of falls. Unlike aerobic and strength exercises, the specific health benefits of flexibility activities are unclear. However, health professionals believe that improving your flexibility can improve your posture, reduce aches and pains and lower your risk of injury. Good flexibility can also help you to continue carrying out everyday tasks.
How often should I do strength and flexibility exercises? It’s a good idea to do muscle-strengthening activities that work all the major muscle groups (legs, hips, back, abdomen, chest, shoulders and arms) on two or more days a week. No specific amount of time is recommended but a typical training session could take less than 20 minutes. Exercises should be performed to the point at which it would be difficult to do another repetition without help. A repetition is one complete movement of an activity, like lifting a weight or doing one push-up or one sit-up. Try to do 8 to 12 repetitions for each activity, which counts as one set. Try to do at least two sets of muscle-strengthening activities, but to gain even more benefits, do three sets. Remember to start gradually and build up over a period of weeks. There are no specific recommendations for how much time you should spend on flexibility exercises.
Zap those head lice!
NITTY PROBLEM
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AVING head lice, also called nits, doesn’t mean you’re dirty. Children are most commonly affected but anyone with hair can catch them.
Head lice are tiny insects that live in human hair. They’re very small (about the size of a sesame seed) and are brownygrey in colour. They have six legs, each with a claw on the end. They use these to cling on to hair and they survive by biting the scalp and feeding on blood. This often causes itching but not always. The female head lice lay eggs in sacs which stick to individual hairs. A baby head louse then hatches seven to ten days later. If your child has head lice, you might be able to spot the remains of the tiny white egg in their hair. This is called a ‘nit’. Some people also use the word ‘nit’ to mean ‘head louse’. Ten to fourteen days later, the baby head louse is ready to have babies of its own. Head lice crawl from head to head when you’re close to someone who has them. Children are particularly at risk, because they’re often in close contact with other children at school. However, head lice can’t fly or jump and it’s very rare to get head lice from a pillow or a towel as they can’t survive away from a human head for very long.
How to spot head lice Head lice can be difficult to detect, even when you closely inspect your child’s head. The most common places for head lice to lurk are in the hair behind the ears and at the nape of the neck. If you still can’t spot any lice, comb the child’s hair with a special ‘nit comb’. These are available from most chemists. It’s easier to spot head lice as they fall out if you comb the hair over a piece of white paper. If head lice are present, you need to treat your child. You should only treat your child if you find live head lice, which confirms a live infestation. Don’t treat ‘just in case’. Head lice are tough. They can’t be killed by washing with normal shampoo or normal combing. Because they reproduce so quickly, you’ve got to kill them before they spread. If your child has head lice, check everyone in the family. You’ll need to treat everyone affected to get rid of them. You can treat head lice by wet-combing hair with a special comb, or by using medicated lotions or sprays available over the counter at pharmacies.
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Sun and beach dental holidays: affordable and agreeable
ET´S speak frankly. The reason why someone looks for a medical treatment abroad – a market that grows at a rate of 15-25 per centis commonly the money. And it is a strong reason. Dental holidays are a reality among medical tourism treatments, as in the UK, US and many European countries dental care is expensive, especially if reconstructive or cosmetic work is required. In fact, dentistry is one of the top specialties for medical treatments, right af ter cosmetic surger y, according to Patients Beyond Borders, a medical publisher and one of the most trusted sources of consumer information about international medical and health travel worldwide. And let’s debunk one the myths surrounding this topic. The travelling dental patient need not sacrifice quality to save money. Highly competent dentists who attended respected schools of dentistry and are certified by boards in Western countries often work abroad, providing excellent services for a fraction of the cost. The site Treatmentabroad.com, a provider of choices for those considering medical tourism, quotes the three myths in dental tourism to be debunked: “with cheap price comes cheap quality”, “dental board abroad is not as advanced as ours” and “dental tourism costs the
same as my home country if you add up travel and accommodation”. Regarding this field of medicine, dental implants are one of the most common procedures patients travel to a different country for, as they are considered by the dental community as one of the best solutions for replacing one single tooth or the whole denture. And one of the most expensive treatments too. MEDIGO.com, a platform that helps patients to find and book affordable high-quality medical care around the world, with an over 400 clinics database, states the average cost of one single dental implant and the surger y in UK is around 2.698 pounds and 5.000 dollars in the US. As compared to other countries, getting dental implants abroad can save patients 89 per cent of the price in the UK, 90 per cent of the price in the US, and 70 per cent of the price in Australia. Dental implants are available to patients from the UK under NHS, but only if an NHS dentist thinks they are medically necessary. Often, they will attempt other lesscostly treatments first and something like an implant will be a last resort. Typically,
implants are only used when dentures are not an option, for teeth that have been knocked out, or to replace teeth lost due to cancer. Otherwise, the patient will have to get private treatment. Why is it such an expensive treatment? There is a variety of factors that affect the price: the brand of the implants, the materials used in crowns and prostheses, the oral health of the patient, the anesthesia or sedation used and other treatments performed with dental implants, such as bone grafts. This platform also affirms that, in Spain, the cost of dental implants goes from 600 to 2.888 euros, an average cost of 1.021 euros. Around one third the cost in the UK. Although Spain is a wellknown tourist destination in the UK, its world-class dental clinics are not very popular among Britons. The countries the Britons travel mainly for dental holidays are Hungary, Poland and Slovakia. Traveling in Spain might be a bit more expensive than other destinations, but for those looking to combine a vacation with their procedure this is a real good option. Just imagine a trip to the Canary Islands, one of the most affordable destinations in Spain, with a pleasant recover y in a quiet place surrounded by amazing landscapes and nice weather
The clinic Artedental, in Tenerife, receives many patients from all over Europe looking for treatments like dental implants. Their medical staff speaks different languages and its doctors often work in the UK. and beaches, even during the winter. There are quite a few clinics in the Canary Islands that provide an Englishspeaking service, with the latest technology and outstanding professionals. Nevertheless, it is important to keep some factors in mind when planning a trip for dental treatments. Patients Beyond Borders provides some valuable tips: - When looking for a dentist abroad, seek out
evaluations from previous patients and ask for proof of competence before you make an appointment. - Plan a few extra days at your treatment site. Find out in advance how many visits you’ll need and ask yourself whether traveling twice or three times for dental care suits your budget and saves you money overall. - If you are prone to asthma attacks, dental travel may not be for you. The psychological and physical
stress of a dental visit can precipitate an attack. Ask whether nitrous oxide or conscious sedation may prove beneficial for you. - Patients with heart disease, kidney failure, or a transplanted organ need antibiotics to prevent infections that may arise as a result of dental treatment. If you have any of these conditions, make sure your dentist talks with your physician before your dental treatment plan is written.
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LTHOUGH our ‘Swallows’ have flown, and many of our regular members appear to be on holiday, quiet as it may be at the moment, we are still alive and kicking !
The lunch arranged at La Monada in the Parque Taoro on Thursday 28th July is fully booked, but do enquire at the Treasurer’s desk in case there are any cancellations if you would like to join us. We are having another of our quizzes in the Library garden on Tuesday August 30th at 1.00 p.m. The charge is 7 euros and includes a buffet lunch with wine - always very popular with our members. If you would like to join us, please book with the Treasurer. Meanwhile our Literary Group, held in the library on Friday mornings from 11.00 to 13.00 hours continues throughout the summer, as does our Computer class which is held on Monday mornings from 10.00 to 12.00 - this for members only. Visitors are welcome to visit us during library hours - Mondays and Fridays from 15.00 to 17.30, and Wednesdays and Saturdays from 10.00 to 13.00. We are situated in the Taoro Park, next to the British School, and you can find us on our website ‘theenglishlibrary.es’ and on Facebook and TripAdvisor.Why not come and see us and enjoy some refreshment in our beautiful garden?
LEISURE YOUR HOROSCOPE WWW.ASTROLOGY-ONLINE.COM ARIES (Mar. 21- April 20) You may be sensitive to a point of absurdity. Don’t use the interstate as a racetrack. Work quietly behind the scenes.
TAURUS (Apr. 21- may 21) Do your own thing and everything will settle down. Major job changes or opportunities to get ahead professionally are apparent. You will be popular with acquaintances; however, loved ones could feel left out and insecure. GEMINI (May 22-June 21) This could be a difficult day to deal with coworkers. If you try to manipulate emotional situations you will find yourself alienated. You might find that delays will cause setbacks and upset.
CANCER (June 22-July 22)
Motive by Jonathan Kellerman
Don’t back down but don’t ignite the situation. You will be extremely receptive to new and progressive methods at work. Children may be on your mind.
LEO (July 23-Aug 22) Try a barbecue or a day at the beach. Misunderstandings could cause confusion and upset. You may be confused regarding your love life.
VIRGO (Aug. 23 -Sept. 23) You can get your point across if you don’t beat around the bush. Your depressed mood has been hard to shake. Talk to your mate about a vacation and discuss the expectations of your relationship.
A criminal psychologist, Alex Delaware works with the police to help solve the most complex of crimes in Los Angeles. Even hundreds of closed cases to his credit can’t keep LAPD police lieutenant Milo Sturgis from agonising over the crimes that don’t get solved. When Katherine Hennepin is murdered in her home, a single suspect with a solid alibi leads to a dead end one that even Alex can’t explain. The only thing to do is move on to the next case. The discovery of a second and then a third crime scene bearing the same taunting signature raises the spectre of a serial killer on a mission, whose twisted method is exceeded only by his manipulation and cunning madness.
The Ghosts Of Altona by Craig Russell As head of Hamburg’s Murder Commission, Jan Fabel is used to encountering death. But when the death he faces is nearly his own, his world changes. As he come to terms with his experience, Fabel’s first case comes back to haunt him : Monica Krone’s body is found at last.
fifteen years after she disappeared. Monika - beautiful, intelligent, cruel - was the centre of a group obsessed with the Gothic. When men who knew Monika start turning up dead, the crime scenes full of Gothic symbolism, Fabel realises that he is looking for a killer with both a hunger for vengeance and a terrifying taste for the macabre. A truly Gothic monster is stalking the streets of Hamburg....
(This is the third book in the Whidbey Island saga)
Friday On My Mind by Nicci French
LIBRA (Sept. 24 -Oct. 23) You can make some favorable changes to your looks. You will be your usual charming self and the partners you attract may be the adventurous type. You will learn easily if you put for th an effor t. SCORPIO (Oct. 24 - Nov. 22) Your interests could lead you down avenues you never realized existed. If your lover tries to curtail your freedom, it may lead to conflict. There is not much you can do to alleviate the problem, but consider putting some extra work into your house.
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The Edge Of The Shadows by Elizabeth George The first fire may have been an accident, but what about the second? And the third - the one that killed someone? Becca King and her friends wonder if one of the newcomers to the island is to blame. Perhaps it is Isis Martin’s brother, Aidan, just home from a school for troubled teens. Or Parker Natalia, a talented musician fired by his band mates for unknown reasons. Meanwhile, Becca’s education in the paranormal continues, as Diana Kinsale encourages her to explore her growing extrasensory abilities. Beautiful Whidbay Island may seem like a tranquil haven, but all is not as it seems.
Expect some flak. Invite friends over rather than spending money on lavish enter tainment. You need to take some time out to decide what you want to do.
CAPRICORN (Dec 22.- Jan. 20) Take time to relax. Stress and pressure at home may have worn you ragged. Someone you least expect may not have your best interests at heart. Think twice before you say something you might regret later.
When the police pull a body from the Thames, the name tag on the wrist says it’s ‘Dr. F.Klein’, and the cut throat tells them that it was murder. But appearances are deceptive - for Dr.Freda Klein was once the lover of the dead man, Sandy. Now she is the only suspect. Frieda can let the police take her in, or run and try to clear her name. But that means being a fugitive. And alone and vulnerable is exactly where Sandy’s killer wants Frieda to be.....
AQUARIUS (Jan. 21 -Feb. 19) You can ferret out secret information if you just listen to what others have to say. You can get ahead if you work diligently behind the scenes. Insurance pay outs, tax rebates, or just plain luck.
PISCES (Feb. 20-Mar. 20) Your romantic inclination should lead to a committed relationship. Try not to let your emotions interfere with the completion of your work. You may find that you can be the recipient of valuable information if you’re willing to be a good listener.
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Dates announced for oldest Step by Step benefit football tournament in Spain event to be O held in September A RGANISERS of the oldest football tournament in both the Canary Islands and Spain have announced the date of this year’s competition.
charity tennis and padel solidarity tournament is to be held in September to help the Step by Step Foundation.
This fourth edition will include wheelchair tennis and a themed dinner inspired by the “swing” of the 1930s and 40s. “Raquetas Solidarias” is being organised by the Company of the Wester n Islands (CIO) with the support of numerous businesses and it is hoped to achieve as much success as the previous three. For this sporting and social meeting, the Hotel Bahia del Duque in Costa Adeje has developed a special package for a double room with all meals included. There will be a gala dinner on the evening of September 10th with live bands before the event continues on the 11th. The Step by Step (SbyS) Foundation is a non-profit organisation dedicated to the rehabilitation of people affected by neurological disease, especially in the case of spinal cord injury. It employs a novel physiotherapy methodology virtually unknown in Europe but preceded by very good results in its application in the United States. SbyS recently opened a rehabilitation centre in Tenerife.
The battle for the Teide Trophy will take place on Saturday, August 6th in the municipal stadium of Los Cuartos in La Orotava. This will be its 46th edition and has been organised by representatives of the municipalities of La Orotava, Los Realejos, Puerto de la Cruz and Icod de los Vinos, as well as their football clubs (UD Orotava, UD Realejos, CD Puerto Cruz and UD Icodense). As a new feature, the day will also see the final stages of the Regional Trophy. Deputy sports councillor for La Orotava, Eduardo Rodríguez promised some exciting teams to rival guests, CD Tenerife. The Teide Trophy will encompass a number of competitions, including for teams in the youth category and women. The Trofeo Altos de Guajara and Regional Tournament will be held between August 1st and 6th in the municipal stadiums of Los Realejos, Puerto de la Cruz and La Orotava. The finals will take place on August 5th and 6th respectively, both at 6pm and both in Los Cuartos. The Teide Trophy for women, being held for the second consecutive year, is at 8pm on August 5th .
Solidarity swim and zumba help Liam
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The youngster, Liam, who lives in La Orotava, is suffering from Tay-Sachs, a rare genetic which can cause a progressive deterioration of nerve cells and of mental and physical abilities. The pool in Guía was the venue for the 15 kilometre relay swim and zumba masterclass. About 200 people took part in the swim which was organised
by the Club Isora Swim with the collaboration of the Guía de Isora pool and the local council. The Lions Club and the Santiago del Teide volunteer firefighters also made donations which meant 1,424.50 euros could be given to Liam’s parents for the ACTAYS association. The money will help fund clinical trials in Seville and Cambridge which are the only hope of finding a cure. Only 13 children in Spain and 300 worldwide suffer from TaySachs.
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Facelift at last Guía de Isora-JC Training soccer for San José camp deemed a huge success sports centre MIXED TURNOUT
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HE San José sports centre, the largest sports pavilion in San Juan de la Rambla, is finally to be updated and repaired.
The sum of nearly 142,000 euros is to be spent on longawaited work after Tenerife Cabildo accepted the request of the local council to include it in the “Tenerife + active 2016-19” programme. This will allow the problems of defects identified in both the design and construction to be rectified over two phases. One will be dedicated to structural improvement of the building, especially the implementation of the elevator
which has been out of service for several years. It will also rectify the slippery surface of the outdoor sports court and correctthe lack of thermal insulation of the floor. The roof will also be water-proofed. The second phase will improve the sports field, review the electrical system, replace lighting points, repair walls and attention to the perimeter fence and walls. The two phases are expected to be carried out this year and in 2017.
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l Rosario is hosting the V Radazul Basketball Tournament until July 22nd.
The municipality is the reference point on the island for the fifth consecutive year with the tournament having started on July 11th. This year, it was renamed the Summer League, organised again by the Club Radazul Costanera in collaboration with El Rosario council. The event brings together amateur players and professionals in a new and exciting tournament. The matches take place in the Municipal Hall of El Chorrillo, in Radazul. The final is at 9pm on July 22nd and there are eight teams divided into two teams with matches every day at 7pm and 8.30pm. Sportsman Ivan Armas said the tournament was a way of promoting the sport of basketball in El Rosario.
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RGANISERS of a summer football camp held in Guia de Isora are thrilled with its success, particularly as it attracted girls as well as boys. The Guía de Isora-JC Training week attracted 60
participants, five of them girls. Three came from the
municipality of Guia, one from California and the fifth from Paris. This was the fifth year of the campus and the closing ceremony took place at the Tomás Hernández Alonso football stadium. Aimed at children aged from six to 16, the week was organised by the local council and national coach Juan Carlos Gutiérrez who is also the technical director of this campus and has trained teams of lower categories of Club Deportivo Tenerife. The closing ceremony was attended by sports councillor, José Rivero, and was attended by a large group of relatives of those enrolled in the campus.
The event was held at the end of daily training and in addition to the delivery of certificates, there were various raffles. Juan Carlos Gutiérrez said they were very pleased with its success as there had been more than 50 participants in the last three years. The aim of the event is to train children for a week through a set of activities whose central focus is football, to improve all aspects of individual or collective practice of sport, whether technical, tactical, physical or psychological. There were also complimentary activities such as a visit to the municipal swimming pool.
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More than 400 swimmers take part in Santiago del Teide crossing J OSÉ Carlos Báez and Verónica Navarro were the outright winners of the absolute winners of the XXI edition of the Swimming Crossing of Santiago del Teide. The local winners were José Eduardo Casañas in the men’s categor y and Ana Belén González in the women. The event was organised by the sports department of Santiago del Teide council in collaboration with Opticalia and other businesses and attracted more than 400 swimmers. The men’s podium was: José Carlos Báez in 14 minutes and 43 seconds, second was Jonay Pérez García with 15 minutes and 12 seconds and in third Carlos Alberto Pérez in 15 minutes and 44 seconds. In the women’s section, the line up was: Veronica Navarro with a time of 16 minutes and 44 seconds, second place ended Maria de la Paz Cabrera with a time of 17 minutes and 33 seconds while the third place went to Maria Castillo Delgado with a time of 18 minutes 03 seconds. As for local participation, the prizes were awarded in the men’s category to José Eduardo Casañas with a time of 15 minutes and 54 seconds, the second place went to Jose Juan Casañas with a time of 17 minutes 17
seconds and the third place to Jonay Garcia with a time of 17 minutes and 46 seconds. As for the local women’s category the result was as follows: first Ana Belen Gonzalez with a time of 24 minutes and 12 seconds, second Bethlehem Socas Gonzalez with a time of 24 minutes and 24 seconds and third Alba Delgado Socas with a time of 27 minutes and
47 seconds. The sports department, led by Guillermo Évora, has thanked ever yone who
helped to make the event such a success and all the emergency services for helping to steward the race.
FOREX NEWS: Rental prices start on upward Pound still trend, suggests agency stuck in eye of Spanish rental prices are showing the first signs of an upward trend, says a large rental agency. Brexit storm The doom and gloom that surrounds the referendum result of the last fortnight continues as the pound hits historic lows against a host of currencies. Could this trend continue? Simply put, yes. A currency exchange specialist from TorFX explains.
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HE Bank of England has suggested that a cut in interest rates is imminent, and the market is preparing for this on the way, perhaps, to 1.10 euros or lower. Whilst the political and economic outlook remains bleak, the pound is being punished by the uncertainty surrounding the majority vote for Brexit, and where the country goes from here. A weak pound is not necessarily a bad thing for all sectors of the UK economy. It benefits exporters like the car makers in the country. But as an island with limited resources to satisfy a growing population we import far more than we export, and this is the factor that will have longer term effects on the domestic front, and loom over the already battered pound for the foreseeable future. We are hearing whispers of parity or lower against the euro, so anyone thinking that the pound will bounce back may need to taper in their expectations and cut any losses sooner rather than later to protect against the downside. I wonder how many of those Brexiteers would now stand by their decision, which some now say isn’t a legally binding arrangement and may not need to be fulfilled. The Tory leadership race now means that either Teresa May or
Andrea Leadsom will become the second female Prime Minister in British history. Teresa May was an advocate for Remain, and so far carries the majority as we await the final ballot for who will reside at number 10. If she wins, then the pound may feel comforted by her appointment and ability to be sympathetic towards how the exit from Europe pans out in the coming weeks and months. I suspect that there will be another twist in this tale yet, but in the meantime the pound is paying the price of representing a rudderless ship. This article is written by a foreign-currency broker working for TorFX, a forex broker established in 2004 to provide foreign exchange and international payments to both individuals and companies. TorFX is authorised by the Financial Conduct Authority under the Payment Service Regulations 2009 for the provision of payment services. Their FCA number is 517320. To verify their authorisation, you can visit the Financial Services Register and search the register using their FCA number. SPI is not responsible for the opinions of guest contributors.
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F true, that would be good news for investors and the housing market in general, though not for people looking for rental accomodation.
The average cost of renting a home in Spain increased 0.56% in June compared to the same month last year, reveals the lastest rental prices index published by the rental agency Alquiler Seguro, reported in the Spanish press. That means an rental price of 500 euros/month last year would have risen to 503 euros/month this year. That is the second consecutive monthly increase, though rents were still falling as recently as April (-0.07%). However, I have recently seen other rental price data sources suggesting that rental prices are still falling outside of hot markets in the big cities and on the coast, so it depends on which data you look at. The impression I get is that nationwide, there is still a large oversupply of rental properties on the market, but much of it is unattractive in terms of location and condition. So you can have a situation in which the market is oversupplied whilst the rental price of contracts signed is increasing.
Moody’s forecasts 5pc house price increase this year Spain’s housing market recovery will lift prices 5% this year say international ratings agency Moody’s.
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PAIN’S housing market is recovering to the tune of the overall econimic recovery the country is undergoing after years of crisis, with forecast GDP increase of around 3% this year, one of the highest rates in the EU.
The improving economy coupled with increased mortgage lending at low interest rates will increase demand for Spanish housing and turn prices around, forecast Moody’s, who expect the average national price to increase 5% this year (after 8 years of declines). Historically low mortgage interest rates are due to increased competition amongst lenders for market share, plus Eurozone base rates that have now been negative for 5 consecutive months. Mortgage default rates will also continue improving, say Moody’s, with the rate below 5% since December. Lower mortgage defaults are good for bank balance sheets and make them more likely to lend to new borrowers. Despite the improving picture for the Spanish property market, there are still risks to bear in mind, in particular the international economic situation that could still expose the large amount of real estate assets banks have on their balance sheets were a recession to be imported from abroad. “Banks should accelerate the sale of these types of assets to avoid an excess of supply reducing prices in the medium to long term,” say Moody’s, quoted in the Spanish press. Written by Mark Stücklin Mark Stücklin 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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Price: £80.000 €97,600
Price: €165,000 APPROX. £135.245
Duplex apartment with fantastic views of the Golf Course, sea, marina and the mountains. This 1 bed apartment is the perfect holiday home with lounge, adjacent kitchen and a terrace which has the afternoon and evening sun. Upstairs is a nice light bathroom, bedroom and terrace with morning and afternoon sun, and sea views.
Spacious, top floor 2 bedroom apartment overlooking the pool area. Consists of an excellent sized double bedroom, a fully fitted bathroom, open plan kitchen and a lounge/dining area leading onto the terrace. There is a further double bedroom and shower room on an additional mezzanine level which was cleverly added by previous owners.
Jardín San Miguel, Llano del Camello OG00168
LC00521
Price: €175,500 APPROX. £143.852
Price: €185,000 £151.639
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Spacious townhouse located in the popular residential area of Llano del Camello, ideal for a growing family with an independent kitchen, WC, a spacious lounge dining room leading to a private terrace area. 3 bedrooms of good size and a full bathroom. Secure complex has a pool and garden areas including a children’s play area.
Compostela Beach, Las Américas LA01594
Golf del Sur: Las Adelfas I, Local 83
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Cristian Sur, Los Cristianos
Based on a much sought after development this is a spacious, original 1 bedroom apartment, that also has a 2nd converted bedroom. It is great as a holiday home or winter retreat. With plenty of amenities on site including communal pool, supermarket and bars. Only a short walk into the centre of town as well!
Golf del Sur: C.C. San Blas 14, Local B
Villa, Playa de San Juan OUT01041
FABULOUS OPPORTUNITY!
Based in the ever popular Playa San Juan area this frontline two bedroom detached villa, has a brand new fitted kitchen, a light and spacious lounge with dining area which is tastefully decorated, a terrace and private heated pool which can be accessed from the lounge. Properties in such privileged frontline locations like this rarely become available.
Price: €395,000 £323.770
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Rural House, Chriche
An immaculately presented 2 bedroom apartment located on the popular Compostela Beach I complex. This property has been totally refurbished throughout to a very high standard including a designer kitchen, a modern bathroom and spacious living areas. This really is a turn key purchase. Nothing needs to be done.
Townhouse, Roque del Conde
Price: €749,500 APPROX. £614.344
OUT01072
Fairway Village, Golf del Sur GOLF01376
Price: €199,000 £163.114
Price: €499,000 £409.000
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LA01744
Price: €235,000 £192.622
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Immaculately presented 2 bed, 2 bath duplex townhouse with spectacular views to the coast and beyond. Light, spacious with excellent size living space this is ideal for permanent living or as a winter base! Located in the convenient residential area of Roque del Conde with all local supermarkets, shopping centres.
2 bedrooms and 2 bathroom bungalow with a front and back garden with views of Mount Teide and the Golf Course. Open living area with a lovely country style fitted kitchen, good size master bedroom with en-suite bath. The property is sold as seen and would suit any type of scenario, holiday home, retirement, permanent living.
A 300 year old Canarian house totally renovated, main house comprised of 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, a good size living room with fireplace, separate dining room, large rustic kitchen, utility room and a gym area with Jacuzzi. There is also an independent 3 bedroom house with fitted kitchen and lounge. Both properties are surrounded by beautiful gardens.
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