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Anger at alarm created by micro quakes under Mount Teide
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HE British press might have helped to publicise the delights of Tenerife over the years but the latest batch of “sensationalised” reporting has led to a reprimand from the Canaries. It’s correct that on October 2nd, a series of underground earthquakes were recorded in the area of Mount Teide which last erupted in 1909. What wasn’t true, however, were the claims by some of the UK tabloid press that it was about to explode again, with headlines such as “Panic on Tenerife” and “Tenerife’s famous volcano to erupt at midnight!” Some of the papers even ran stories about whether or not holidaymakers planning a trip to the island could get their money back or not! On Monday of this week, president of the Canary Government, Fernando Clavijo
made no bones about how he felt about the situation, saying the alarm created by the reports “did a disservice” to Tenerife. He said he was “abhorred” by “this kind of journalism” and very much lamented the treatment of the earthquake episode. He stressed that the Canary Government had been well in control of the situation and had immediately called a meeting with top scientists to discuss what had caused the seismic movements and to continue to monitor the situation. The earthquakes, the strongest of which was 1.5 on
the Richter scale, happened in the area of Adeje, Arico, La Guancha, Icod and Vilaflor. The Volcanology Institute of the Canaries sent technicians to the area. Despite what was reported in the UK press, they said no-one actually felt any movements. However, the quakes certainly did happen and the number is now being put at around 400, rather than 80, as first thought. A spokesman from Involvan said at the time: “”In principle, these earthquakes are ver y low magnitude, consistent with those that occur in active volcanoes. The number of earthquakes is provisional pending the analysis of the signals more closely, but we can already qualify this activity as a seismic swarm whose pattern is an alignment with predominant NE-SW direction.” The comprehensive study was being carried out by the National Geographic Institute which runs the volcano monitoring in Canary Islands. Two new seismic stations
were also set up in the vicinity of the area of the Teide-Pico Viejo. There is ongoing debate about whether the quakes, which were spread over a number of hours, were a oneoff activity associated with a volcano or an indication of something else or even more to come. One Involcan scientist says there are similarities with movemets recorded in Tenerife in 2004 and “also share characteristics observed in other active volcanoes in the world.” What the experts have said, however, is that Mount Teide is NOT about to explode (and
certainly not at midnight on October 3rd!) and tourists had no reason to worry. Tourism chiefs assured that even if such an event was to happen, scientists would know very much in advance because there was constant monitoring. “Due to its volcanic origin, Tenerife is continuously monitored and any seismic activity associated with magma would be detected in the very early stages,” said the Tenerife Tourism Corporation. “It is worth pointing out that the last volcanic eruption that took place on the island happened over 100 years ago, causing no personal injuries of
any kind.” “Therefore, everything is calm as usual in Tenerife. There have been no changes related to these micro earthquakes and there are no current risks. Everyday life remains the same in the island’s cities, towns and tourists areas - the situation is totally safe.” “The Tenerife Tourism Corporatio advises obtaining information exclusively from official sources rather than from sensational articles in order to avoid unnecessary fear and confusion.”
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URBAN RATE
Santa Cruz challenges Canary Government over refusal of taxi fare increase
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ANTA Cruz city council has reiterated the need for a new single rate for the taxi sector.
This would mean the equalisation of the urban fare for long distance journeys, so the minimum fare would rise from 2.35 euros to 3.15 euros. The move was agreed by the council in April but the Canary Government has failed to endorse it. Although the long distance fare would go up, on the counterside, the meter would jump every 2,000 metres and not every 968 metres,as is the case today.
The meeting to get this new system into force was attended by the fourth deputy mayor and councillor for public services, Dámaso Arteaga; the Director General of Commerce of the Government of Canarias, Angeles Palmero, as well as representatives of all the groups that make up the Bureau of Taxi in the capital and municipal technicians. Sr. Arteaga said the meeting sought to address the problem following the rejection of the
SAD SIGHT OF DEAD DOLPHIN
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N investigation has opened after beach users discovered the sad sight of a dolphin on a beach on the Granadilla coast.
The bottlenose dolphin measured 2.55 metres and was spotted drifting 500 metres from the coastline in the Granadilla de Abona municipality. It was found on Saturday, October 8th so the authority activated the protocol for these sort of circumstances. This involved authorities like the police and the lifeguard service. The body of the dolphin was transferred to the environmental complex in Arico where tests were carried out to determine how it died.
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Canary Islands Government to the implementation of the single rate. For that reason, all parties have agreed to the creation of a commission whih will look further at the issue and present a report on the costs involved. Sr. Arteafa said it was essential this change came
into force because any increases over the last eight years had been “imperceptible” while the costs faced by taxi drivers had escalated much more. The city had one of the cheapest rates in Spain but was the only place where the Canary Government had denied an adjustment.
Cat rescue ends in success!
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ENERIFE’S intrepid fire personnel are ready and able to deal with all sorts of emergencies and that includes animals.
One distraught pet owner was very grateful for their intervention at the weekend after her cat got stuck in a pipe at her home in La Laguna. Once firefighters arrived on the scene, they managed to find out where exactly the cat was stuck and were able to release the frightened pet for a happy reunion.
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Puerto San Isidro offers distance women win learning from the south jobs’ grant aid
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HE enrolment at the National University of Distance Education in San Isidro is open until October 20th, Granadilla council has announced.
UNED has established itself as a top educational project in the region and last academic year had more than 700 enrolled in its coverage area ranging from Guimar to Guia de Isora. One of the main objectives of this institution is to ensure equal opportunities, allowing access to higher education to people who have failed for economic reasons, because of their place of residence or any other personal reason. Councillor for education, Yanira Gonzalez stressed the importance of this educational resource for the south and how pleased Granadilla was to be the epicentre of college distance learning. For more information or registration please consult the web www.unedtenerife.es or phone 922391896.
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LDER women looking for jobs in Puerto de la Cruz are to receive a major helping hand thanks to grant aid.
The People’s University is receiving nearly 16,000 euros from the Institute for Women and Equal Opportunities, the Ministr y of Health, Social Services and Equality. The money will help with the placement programme SARA “for motivation and support of adult women over 45 years for social and labour
participation in the period 2016-17.” Twenty women will be given total support, training and advice with a view to getting back into the jobs’ market. Diana Mora, councillor for education and equality, said she hoped the 18-month project would have a significant impact.
Giant catwalk as part of Arona Fashion Week
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RONA will be turned into a giant catwalk as fashion prepares to take centre-stage.
Spotting future models is one of the highlights of the Arona Fashion Week which will feature a huge fashion show on October 15th with giant screens in avenida de Las Américas. Tenerife is known for its
fashion expertise and the presence of thousands of visitors is seen as a great opportunity to put the island on the Canary and international map. Avenida de Las Américas will be converted into an
open air catwalk on the 15th, with the participation o f Te n e r i f e Fa s h i o n d e signers and firms present in Playa de Las Americas, a trade zone that brings together nearly 400 companies. The event is from noon to 5pm and there will be associated attractions such
as tips on make-up, personal shoppers and children’s entertainment. The week culminates in the Saturday Night Show which will see a 12-metre long catwalk and three giant monitors. Fashion Week is part of the Arona SHOPPING Experience project.
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Roundabout to relieve traffic congestion and improve safety
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AN Miguel de Abona council has announced the start of work on the TF-65 (roundabout of Llano del Camello-Las Andorinas).
The council held an information meeting with local business representatives to explain the project in detail. It was attended by the
Mayor, Arturo González and the Cabildo’s director of public works, Miguel Becerra as well as other representatives of the contractor.
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OS Realejos council has promised action on making sure the pond in the park of San Agustín is better looked after.
The authority says it is aware of problems with keeping it clean and debugged. Through the municipal service company Realserv, a maintenance shed is being constructed to hold machinery so that filtration can be carried out on a more regular basis. Councillor for services, Domingo García said: “”After having to act on several occasions with the emptying, cleaning and replacement of water, we have decided to improve maintenance systems in this way so that is less expensive and can be done automatically without many problems. “
The various phases of the work were exhibited, plus alternative access routes. It was also shown how the area will look once the project is complete. There was also an apology in advance for any inconvenience the work would cause but it was explained that there would be a huge benefit to all. The works, which have already begun, are expected to be completed within approximately 13 months. It responds to a historical demand that will reduce the serious problems of traffic jams and congestion of this area which takes more than
14,000 vehicles a day. It will also eliminate left turns that cause numerous accidents and thereby gain security. The access of vehicles to the Las Andorinas will also be adapted and there will be an improved access for pedestrians. San Miguel council says it is aware that the new roundabout will not be the ultimate solution t the traffic problems in the area unless the Canar y Government implements a new roundabout for Los Erales (connecting Las Chafiras-Guargacho) and modifying the existing one at TF-1(Las Chafiras).
SURFERS SAVE SWIMMERS IN DISTRESS
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URF-BOARDERS have saved two swimmers in distress off a popular beach in Gran Canaria.
One of them was in real danger of drowning in the incident at Playa de Las Canteras in Las Palmas. The incident involved a 31-year-old man who was taken to hospital with symptoms of near drowning. His condition was not serious. The alert about two people being in distress in the sea was raised at about 7pm. Emergency medics went to the scene, together with the Spanish Red Cross and police. By this time, several surfers had managed to reach the man and woman and had brought them back to shore.
New move to give all expats the right to vote in UK elections
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HE British Government has published detailed plans on how it will deliver its commitment to allow all expats to vote in parliamentary elections
The Minister for the Constitution, Chris Skidmore, announced the policy statement which sets out how the government will remove the current 15-year time limit on British citizens who live abroad registering as overseas electors. The changes would give all eligible British citizens who have lived in the UK a lifelong right to vote in parliamentary elections. It would mean all eligible overseas electors are able to register to vote quickly and easily, while maintaining the integrity of the electoral register and guarding against fraud. Chris Skidmore, Minister for the Constitution, said: “This statement shows how we will introduce ‘votes for life’, scrapping the 15-year rule. British citizens who move abroad remain a part of our democracy and it is important they have the ability to participate. Following the British people’s decision to leave the EU, we now need to strengthen ties with countries
around the world and show the UK is an outward-facingnation. Our expat community has an important role to play in helping Britain expand international trade, especially given two-thirds of expats live outside the EU. “Expats retain strong links with the United Kingdom: they may have family here, and indeed they may plan to return here in the future. Modern technology and cheaper air travel has transformed the ability of expats to keep in touch with their home country.” This proposed policy is the latest in a series of measures to make it easier for overseas voters to take part in British democracy. During the last Parliament, the government introduced online voter registration, making it quick, easy and secure to register anywhere in the world. The government also took steps to extend the electoral timetable for postal ballots to be issued earlier to ensure that as many electors as possible can participate in their democracy.
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Arona’s massive road resurfacing gets underway with council pledge
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RONA council has started a major plan which will see more than 24 kilometres of roads resurfaced at a total investment of more than two million euros. The project is taking place in two phases and comes after several years of no action despite an increase in the number of users, tourists and local people alike. The council says this was not their fault as it was under a previous administration and it laments the state many roads have got into. The scheme is already in the first phase of implementation, which includes improving 14 routes in five districts. These were chosen after looking at the intensity of use or if they were the sole access to various
centres of population and in a particularly bad state. This first intervention is almost complete, with jobs that have been underway since mid-September and mainly at night. It includes comprehensive resurfacing of calles Llanos de Troya, Las Madrigueras, Managua, Ramona Martín Artista and la avenida Antonio Domínguez, all in Playa de Las Américas. This alone represents an investment of almost 460,000 euros and an improvement of more than 26.5000 square metres.
Brushing up tapas skills
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ESTAURATEURS in the Granadilla de Abona district have been brushing up their knowledge of tapas dishes, thanks to a council organised workshop.
About 20 people in the trade took advantage of the offer to learn from an outstanding professional. The master of ceremonies was the chef Juan Carlos Clemente who collaborates with the Agency for Employment and Local Development on gastronomic promotion activities. The initiative was held in the San Isidro civic space and was aimed at the preparation, assembly and decoration of dishes and tapas. The timely workshop coincides with the upcoming annual tapas route which works hand in hand with the Granadilla “Sensations” gastronomic event.
This first phase also includes interventions in Los Cristianos, specifically in calles Noruega, Hermano Pedro de Bethencourt, Valle Menéndez, Eucaliptus, Antigua TF 655 and Montaña Chica, as well as in La Sabinita, Buzanada and La Rosa. These 14 projects cover seven kilometres with a budget of 853,000 euros. During a visit to the works, the Mayor José Julián Mena said the works had been very much demanded by residents and were being dealt with in priority order. “ We have a growing number of vehicles and many more visitors and it shows on roads that have suffered from lack of maintenance service for
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many years,” he said. In addition, the council is preparing the bidding process for the second phase of asphalting which will focus on 43 routes in eleven cores and is expected to start running in early 2017. This second action will involve improved paving surpassing 89,000 square metres, with a budget of 1,269,740 euros. It will incorporate nine roads in Guaza, four in Costa del Silencio, one El Fraile, two in Los Cristianos, two more in Chayofa plus others in La Sabinita, seven in Cabo Blanco, five in Valle San Lorenzo, four in La Camella, one in Buzanada and six in the urban centre of Arona.
Guests evacuated from hotel
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UESTS had to be evacuated from their hotel in Playa de la Arena after a fire alert.
Volunteers from Santiago del Teide, together with the full-time crew from San Miguel de Abona, were alerted to the incident in calle Lajial. Hotel staff raised the alarm, saying there was a fire in the resort facilities. Uponn arrival, the firefighters localised the source in a living room and proceeded to extinguish and ventilate it.
Taxi driver raises alert
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taxi driver averted what could have been a more serious situation after spotting a fire in Los Cristianos.
It was 5.20am in the morning when he made a call to the 112 emergency centre warning of a possible fire in a restaurant in calle Rodeo. A crew from San Miguel de Abona and the volunteers from Adeje went to the scene and found the fire had originated in a pantry stove. Rear ventilation of the property was necessary.
Motorcyclist badly hurt
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motorcyclist suffered serious injuries after coming off his bike in Avenida de los Pueblos in Adeje.
The accident happened just after 3am in the morning and brought emergency medics and the police to the scene. The man was taken to hospital with multiple injuries.
Cabildo starts work to strengthen and reopen ravine road
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ENERIFE Cabildo has started work on the camino Salto de los Riveros in La Esperanza, El Rosario which will allow it to reopen after two years of closure. The project is being carried out through the Island Water Council of Tenerife (ICAMT) at a cost of nearly 80,000 euros and a duration time of three months. The Cabildo’s councillor for water, Manuel Martínez and the Mayor of El Rosario, Escolástico Gil, together with his deputy, María de los Ángeles Rodríguez and water chief, Javier Davara met on site to discuss the works and see what is planned. The work involves the construction of drainage of the road into the ravine of El Polvo, ending with the partial closure of the camino Salto de los Riveros where vehicles were banned two years ago because of the danger of collapse of part of the road. Sr. Martinez explained the details, including the construction of a protective wall on the road and a speed bump. The Mayor said there were delighted that negotiations with the Cabildo had proved a success and that El Rosario had been put on the investment map. The importance of undertaking this work is stressed because of the need to resolve a situation that affects the security of residents using this route daily and that with the arrival of rains in the winter months could worsen. A stretch of about 30 metres has been closed due to the risk of collapse on one of its sides which was affected by rains last winter.
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PP SUGGESTIONS
La Laguna residents “should help decide council proposals”
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A Laguna is being urged to adopt the “Obama” style of more open government and provide more information to local people.
The call is being made by the municipality’s People’s Party which wants a new system under three main pillars ie transparency, collaboration and participation. They say the Obama administration “can be considered a clear example” for other authorities to follow. “The public has a right to know,” the say. The Spanish Federation of Municipalities and Provinces already offers various guidelines but the PP says La Laguna should go one step
further. “A transparent government encourages and promotes accountability of the administration to citizens, providing information about their work, projects and plans of action, which is precisely what today’s citizenship demands and in the case of La Laguna should be an obligation with the government accountable to the citizens, “said spokesman, Antonio Alarcó. The PP says new technology has to play an important part in this without neglecting
the personal touch. The group is advocating a more simple and social website, expanding the presence of management on social networks and encouraging more active involvement from
citizens. New platforms should then be created for citizen participation and collabo-ration, as well as fostering debate and even allowing the electorate to decide the proposals.
Santa Cruz celebrates more contracts but pledges unemployment action
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In September, 10,503 contracts were signed, an increase of 20 per cent on the same month last year. The situation is attributed to the tourism success and
record numbers being experienced across Tenerife. The Society of Development says the figures relfect the trend that has been recorded every month in the
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medical emergency in Guia de Isora saw a baby enter the world in the back of an ambulance.
Medics were alerted at 5am in the morning after a pregnant woman’s water broke and she went into quick labour. The mum-to-be was experiencing strong contractions in her home and was looked after by the SUC in a basic life support ambulance. The baby entered the world safely and both mother and child were taken on to hospital in a good condition.
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OBS in tourism and trade in Santa Cruz have hit an unprecedented level since 2005.
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capital so far this year with the number of contracts reaching 77,561. This is the largest cumulative number of contracts since 2006, even higher than in the pre-crisis period. The Mayor, Jose Manuel Bermudez, said the data confirmed the dynamism of the labour market in the capital of Tenerife and stresses that the council would continue to work to make things easier for the business community to promote a stable and quality employment throughout the municipality. The number of unemployed was still high, he added, and although the trend of the last two years is downward, “we cannot be complacent
and we must continue working to return, in all indicators, to pre-crisis data”. Of the total number of contracts concluded in the capital in the month of September, 9,410 were temporary and 1,093 permanent, which means that compared to September last year, there was a decrease of one per cent in temporary and an increase of 20 per cent recorded in undefined. As for unemployment, the figure rose in September very slightly by one per cent compared to last August, which puts the figure registered in the public employment service at 24,344 people. Compared to September last year,this is a small decrease of 100 people.
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car on fire on the TF 662 in Guaza led to a call-out for the crew based in San Miguel de Abona.
It followed reports that the vehicle had gone up in flames and the fire was spreading to nearby vegetation. Police also attended and the fire was quickly put out.
Puerto opens three new social points
CITIZEN HELP
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HREE social work units have been opened up in Puerto de la Cruz.
They will be able to help residents with various matters between the hours of 9am and 1pm every Wednesday and thus avoids the need to travel to the town hall. The new units are in the districts of San Antonio, Calle Nueva and Punta Brava. They will provide information on resources available to
the Department of Social Services, in addition to counseling, assessment and management of aid. “Social Services are established as the first level of social care. This is why we valued the opening of these units as a priority,” said coun-cillor for social welfare, Victor Manuel Cabo.
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La Palma Volcanic Eruption 1971- the 45th Anniversary
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NE fact that most people don’t know about volcanic eruptions is that they are not shortlasting affairs like earthquakes. They go on for weeks. In the beginning, they throw in a series of earth tremors to announce their intentions. Take La Palma for instance. On Thursday, 21st October 1971, around noon, earth tremors were felt all over the island. These were particularly strong in the southern municipality of Fuencaliente. La Palma shook intermittently for the rest of the day causing such alarm amongst the inhabitants in the south that most of them spent the night alfresco. With nowhere to run, their main aim was to escape any falling masonry. The shaking shuddered on and off for a couple of days and the scientists were already postulating the creation of a new volcano. On the third day the tremor had been so violent that the church bells of Fuencaliente rang out loud and clear with no assistance from the bell ringers. . It was noticeable that these tremors were getting stronger. By now, the Palmeros had swallowed their initial fright, returned to their homes and stoically awaited the outcome. They didn’t have long to wait. During the early hours of the fourth day hundreds of people in the Fuencaliente area were deposited on the bedroom floor during the greatest tremor yet, followed by another at 11am. By remarkable coincidence, on the Day of Rest, Sunday 24th October, the tremors stopped and the worshippers and optimists
thanked God that it was all over. But the island was simply obeying the laws of nature by delivering the calm before the storm. Two days later, after a tremor lasting 16 seconds, a vent exploded at the southern end of the Cumbre Vieja range. It was quickly followed by another craterforming explosion. First came the smoke, fire and burning rocks tossed into the air and then the molten lava flowing slowly down towards the sea. Due to the friendly warning, precautions had been taken; the village of Los Quemados which was nearest to the point of the eruption had been evacuated and all the schools in the municipality were closed until the situation could be assessed Fortunately, the lava flow avoided populated areas and roads, but it destroyed many vines as it worked its way down. In fact, the vines which escaped the lava were
killed off by the heat and the ashes which settled over the whole area. As one report stated – “1971 would be a bad year ”. The flow had passed over the malpais, the bad land (lit.) or wasteland. The volcano formed by the eruption was named Teneguia (a Guanche word) after a large rock standing close by. Apart from the compulsory evacuation from Los Quemados, more locals had moved into the capital, Santa Cruz, but the majority of the population became calm, now that they knew that they were not in direct line of fire. The intensity of the eruption grew as a third vent opened spewing out more lava and molten rocks. The display was spectacular. By now not only the locals but trippers were coming in their droves from the two major islands Tenerife and Gran Canaria. The airport could only take propeller planes and thousands of visitors came by ship. The new volcano, Teneguia did not disappoint the sightseers. Over the next three weeks of the eruption there were moments when panic set in as an almighty underground explosion emanated out of the craters. A few daredevils got too close to the main event and suffered from the inhalation of the fumes but the Red Cross were on hand to save their lives. As they were being resuscitated, the miscreants faced another shock – a fine for disobeying
police orders to stand well clear of the craters and the flowing lava. Despite all this there was generally an atmosphere of wonderment. Eye witnesses described the sound as being like the roar of a dragon trapped underground. The eruption lasted for 33 days, terminating on 28th November, which was also a Sunday and the worshippers not only gave thanks again, but prayed for the soul of an elderly fisherman who died
1949, an existing vent in the northern edge of the Cumbre Vieja burst into life. This eruption lasted for 37 days from 24th June to 30th July and, unlike the later eruption, was not measured or documented and was possibly unexpected. There was an eye-witness, though, to the initial ghostly rumblings when high on a hill sat a lonely goatherd (I can’t resist it) and he didn’t sit there for long when he saw rocks and burning material being thrown
into English is Hot Spring. In the 16th and 17th centuries there were galleons by the score anchored off the coast waiting for their rich owners and friends to sample the wonder cure-all of the hot volcanic water that emerged from the base of a lava flow on the outskirts of the town. Not only were sufferers treated on the spot for leprosy, syphilis and other unmentionable skin diseases but thousands of barrels of water from the Fuente Santa were sent around the world, making this tiny part of one of the smallest islands in the archipelago the richest per capita in the whole of the Spanish territory. Unfortunately, in 1677, an eruption occurred and the resulting lava flow covered the outlet completely and the ships sailed away never to return. The party was over.
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Teneguia’s new cone through getting too close to the lava flow and was asphyxiated by the fumes. His was the only fatality. In this short time a cone had been formed on the Teneguia measuring 439 metres. In addition land had been reclaimed from the sea amounting to 29 hectares (72 acres) Of course, most of the Palmeros had witnessed an earlier eruption when, in
out of the vent. In a state of panic he hurtled down the mountain side shouting out a warning to all and sundry. This eruption finished in the sea, the lava having also passed through wasteland. No loss of life was reported. We can’t leave La Palma and its Volcanic Histor y without talking about a time when Fuencaliente was not so lucky with a lava flow. The name,Fuencaliente translated
Although written before the recent panic created by the British press, I sincerely hope that this article has served to show volcanic eruptions in a different light in so much as normally there are several minor tremors sometimes over a long period heralding any eruptions and these minor disturbances are not a phenomena but are occurring frequently. Mount Teide has never been projected as being extinct.
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Los Realejos in toughest message yet as dog dirt owners portrayed as pigs L OS Realejos council is pulling no punches as it steps up its campaign against dog mess in the municipality.
In a bold move set to shock people into action, posters have been put up portraying offending dog owners as pigs. The authority isn’t making any apology for the extreme measures because it says people have to realise how horrible not cleaning up after your pets is to the environment and other residents. They hope the images will be shared around the social network sites. “The owner of a dog or any other animal must care for the municipality in which they live with their pet,” said the Mayor of Los Realejos, Manuell Dominguez, and the councillor for health, Carolina Toste. The image of the pig is being used alongside a slogan which indicates that people who don’t clean up after their dogs are regarded by other people as pigs. The council’s new campaign wants to correct this sort of behaviour and is once again warning that offenders will be fined between 100 and
2,000 euros. However, from January, the financial penalty can be replaced with local community service if neccessary. “In one way or another, we must end the unhealthy habits of those who do not understand the care of public spaces,” said the Mayor. He said local groups for the disabled had also pointed out that even one dollop of dog mess on the pavement represented a barrier to accessibility. “This mess disfigures the municipality, generate odours and discomfort and presents the possible transmission of infections,” he added. Owners are also being reminded that the regulations cover dogs urinating in public places, not just mess. The giant pig posters will be put up in various locations and make surprise appearances in different spots as well. Young children are also getting involved in the campaign. The health councillor said
complaints about dog mess had unfortunately also been received following the opening of the designated dog park in
the district of La Gorvorana in Toscal Longuera. Some owners, said Carolina Toste, were not going into the
designated dog area and were allowing their pets to defecate without picking up the mess. The councillors are also
reminding dog owners that public places have to be cleaned at the expense of the council impacting on all.
total area of around 6,500 square metres. It serves as a link with two main arteries of the TF-320 and TF-5 highway but also provides access to an
important residential and commercial area. The Mayor said they regarded it as a priority and were “astonished” others did not share this view.
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OS Realejos council is venting its anger with Tenerife Cabildo as it blames the authority for not tackling the El Castillo road.
Councillors say they are “deeply angered at the repeated failure” of the Cabildo to execute the work of remodelling and resurfacing this important route. They claim Los Realejos has been put to the bottom of the
list for the second year despite several years of commitmet to the road project. The mayor, Manuel Dominguez said all residents and visitors were being affected but especially those of Toscal Longuera. He said the council had
offered and reiterated its offer of 20 per cent of the total investment “even offering to advance the money in previous years.” The Mayor said it was “a joke” and seemed disrespectful. Councillor of Institutional Relations, Adolfo Gonzalez said the Cabildo appeared to have money in its budget for
the work so they could not understand why it was not going ahead. The remodelling project and repaving the road of El Castillo drafted in 2014 has a budget of 595,999.25 euros and covers rehabilitation of almost all of that route, between its junctions with the TF-320 and La Higuerita and Calle El Monturrio, covering a
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HE Blue Flag beach of Las Vistas in Los Cristianos has won a prestitigious seal that guarantees equal opportunities for the use and enjoyment of the swimming area.
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OS Abrigos will have more than a hundred new parking lots before end of the year, Granadilla council has promised.
The sports area and the vicinity of several streets in the coastal enclave will be the points chosen for this performance which represents a 100,000 euro investment. Councillor for works and municipal services, Juan Rodríguez Bello said the first phase of work had already been awarded, specifically for the parking in the sports area near the infants school of La Gaviota. The budget for this is more than 59,000 euros and
the number of fixed ‘parking areas is 60. Plans are also being made for the conditioning of the streets La Fragata, El Campo and La Ballena, with a budget of 50,000 euros and the provision of more than 30 parking slots. The improvements consist of levelling, resurfacing and new signs among other things. The council says the work responds to significant requests from the area.
Fire call-out at Los Cristianos hotel
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HERE was a bit of a scare for hotel guests when a small fire broke out in Los Cristianos.
Firefighters had to evacuate part of the building whilst they dealt with the emergency. They had been called out to the hotel located on Avenida Juan Carlos I in Los Cristianos at about 1.30pm in the afternoon. The crews from the park of San Miguel de Abona attended, together with volunteers from Adeje. A 112 call had been received from the hotel reception reporting the existence of fire in the kitchen. “Upon arrival, firefighters found that it was an outbreak originated from a generator located on the lower floor, moving toward the hotel lobby through the false ceiling,” said a 112 spokesman. The fire was brought under control and it was necessary to evacuate the affected areas, whilst it was cooled down and ventilated. Local and national police attended, together with the Canary Emergency Service.
The AENOR Universal Accessibility Certificate recognises evidence of the conformity of its management system with the UNE 170001-2: 2007. That means the beach and its facilities can be used by everyone, regardless of their age or abilities under the theme “Inclusive beach: sun and sea for everyone.” This award was one of just two awarded in Spain. The beach of Las Vistas is one of the most visited in Spain by older or disabled people. It has a adapted bathing platform, a lifeguard service and specific equipment to help people with functional diversity, with more than 100 users each month. Among other features, the AENOR certificate proves that the beach has equipment and professional services that facilitate assisted bathing for people who need it, and walkways and ramps to the bathing area. It establishes that the beach is accessible and maintains this condition at all times. The Mayor of Arona, José Julián Mena, believes this is “very good news for the municipality, recovering the award that its quality it deserves, given this certificate was obtained in 2012 but was not renewed annually.” “We are glad our work to eliminate barriers has been achieved, so that everyone, with or without functional diversity, can enjoy our beaches and our coastline equally. And all this is thanks to the hard work of our public services , technicians and municipal workers, “ he said. Councillor for beaches, Yurena García, also highlighted the work of recent months to achieve this certification, saying: “The municipal staff, and the entire municipality as a whole, have made a great Arona effort to restore what should never have been lost. “ After almost three years, the work has included the award of the contract for the lifeguard service which also includes disabled swimming help.
Huge tree crashes down at school
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CHOOL-children had a lucky escape when this huge tree crashed down within the grounds.
Luckily, it was a Sunday so the school was closed. Firefighters were called in to chop up and remove the massive trunk and branches which fell so close to the building that they blocked one of the entrances. The school was in avenida Doctor Emilio Luque Moreno in La Orotava.
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“Black Fairy” police raids uncover major cocaine and heroin network in Tenerife RING, DON’T TWEET
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major criminal organisation dedicated to the international trafficking of heroin and cocaine has been uncovered in Tenerife.
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A Laguna has become the latest municipality in Tenerife to pledge to become “heart friendly”.
The full council recently approved the initiative of the Popular Party to take all possible actions towards this aim in coordination with the Ministry of Health of the Canary Islands Government and the Cabildo, according to international and national protocol. “We are talking about a space where you have elements necessary to assist a person in the first moments after cardiac arrest and it is normally a normal citizen who usually attends this type of pathology. Deaths from cardiorespiratory arrest represent a major problem for public health. It is estimated that every year there are more than 25,000 subsidiaries of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) in our country, which is equivalent to an average of cardiac arrest each 20 minutes, “ said the PP spokes-
man, Antonio Alarcó, who insisted on” the need for citizen training plans and the development of protocols for urgent health care. “ As reflected in the motion, this problem causes four times more deaths than traffic accidents and 85 per cent of nontraumatic sudden deaths have a cardiac origin. “The only way to achieve greater survival is by applying appropriate and early treatment that medical scientific societies have called Chain of Survival,” said Sr. Alarco. Technological developments have enabled the development of devices called automated external defibrillators which can prove a lifesaver in the first ten minutes after a cardiac arrest. “Local corporations are a key to early treatment of these events,” says the PP.
The gang used a bogus front company and had connections in different countries such as the Netherlands, Belgium, Romania and France. “The network also had links with Brazil and Senegal, as well as Valencia and Madrid,” said a police spokesman. Sixteen people have so far been arrested and more than 8.5 million doses of heroin seized. The raids were carried out by the Spanish Civil Guard under the codename of “Black Fairy” with the co-operation of drug squad officers from Brazil and the States. Ten properties were searched in Tenerife, two in Madrid and one in Alicante. Six European arrest warrants have also been issued for men
wanted in other countries. The leaders of the organisation are charged with crimes of drug trafficking, money laundering and memMAJOR WORK ON BUSY LANZAROTE ROAD bership of a criminal organisation. The gang used a secondhand goods company as a whitewash to their drug smuggling. “They bought goods of all operation, 15 are of Nigerian kinds, such as clothing, nationality and one Romanian, vehicles and electronics aged between 20 and 55 years. which were loaded into As a result of the house containers ready to send to searches, 32,000 euros was Nigeria where they would be seized, together with 2,810.9 sold,” said the spokesman. grams of heroin, 2,982 grams “The money would then be of cocaine, 24 grams of reinvested so the gang could marijuana, 3.000 grams of continue its illegal activities cutting substances and drugand expand its properties in making equipment such as that country.” masks, grinders, scissors, Of the 16 arrested in the duct tape and other items for
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Puerto police honoured during annual ceremony
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ISITING the San Benito health centre in La Laguna proved an uncomfortable experience for five unlucky patients.
They got stuck in the building’s lift and had to be rescued by firefighters! The elevator stopped between the basement and first floor and would not move. The fire brigade based in La Laguna was called out and with the help of technical experts, freed them without incident or injury. The police also attended.
HE Local Police of Puerto de la Cruz dressed in their finery to celebrate the day of their patron, San Miguel Arcángel.
As every year, a Mass was celebrated in the parish of Nuestra Señora de la Peña de Francia in his honour and as a tribute to colleagues lost whilst performing an important role in defending the rights of citizens. The ceremony was attended by the government group and members of the corporation, together with nume-
adulteration and preparation. Police also impounded 82 mobile phones, two televisions, five laptops and five tablets and two cars. Numerous bank accounts have also been blocked. The heroin would have made around 8.5 million doses and about 18,000 doses of cocaine, making the gang a profit of more than one million euros.
rous representatives of the Forces of State Security, the National Police Corps and the Civil Guard. Medals and plaques of merit were presented during the ceremony chaired by the Mayor, Lope Afoso. Among those honoured was the Association of Civil Protection Volunteers of Puerto.
The Mayor praised the work of those who had made public service their vocation in order to safeguard the rights and freedoms of citizens and particularly stressed the social function of the police. Thanks were also extended by Local Police chief Francisco Gómez to all those who had selflessly served the municipality and remembered those who had paid the ultimate sacrifice.
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OLICE have opened an investigation after the body of a man was found in a car in Santa Cruz.
The vehicle was parked near the cemetery of Santa Lastenia on the Hoya Fría road. A post mortem was carried out to determine how he died. His identity was not released but he was aged 60.
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ONDAY was a very sad day at the refuge. The gorgeous Timo who was rescued by Marion and who has been by her side for te years helping and overseeing the day to day running of the refuge, and his willingness to help educate the children with his impeccable temperament, patience and abundant love for everyone who crossed his path , lost his battle with cancer . The refuge will be a much sadder place without such a special dog . Please can we remind everyone to help keep our beautiful island free of dog muck. There are hefty fines for those who don’t abide by the rules. It only takes a few seconds to help keep our public areas safe and clean for our children and tourists alike. Please do contact the refuge on 922778630 if you can
help us in any way. We are always in need of tinned dog food for our older dogs, blankets, towels, sheets, dog toys and leads. We are situated at exit 52 on the TF1 north bound which is after the San Isidro exit. The refuge is directly next to ITER the Eolica Parque where the giant windmills are. We are
open from 14.00-17.00pm Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, Saturday 13.0016.00 or please contact us at teneriffa@aktiontier.org The last few months has seen a large increase in German Shepherd dogs being brought into the refuge. They have a tranquil character but when required are very alert and in general when handled and trained correctly make excellent pets who are naturally very loyal to there owners. They are more suitable for larger properties where they are free to room. We also have a few alsation mixed breeds at the refuge . Please do contact us if you may be interested in adopting one of these gorgeous dogs.
Friends of Tenerife Yes you read that right, we have kittens!!! Found in San Eugenio, they are now 6 weeks old and good to go. As you can see they are playful and adorable. Can you give one or more of them a good home? If so call Siobhan on 604 396280 for more information.
charities Live Arico PAWS; Helping Hands and The Friends of Gillian Banks Guaidyl Childrens Day Centre Fund. Get yours now from the Cultural Centre Los Cristianos, weekdays from 9am to 2pm, or online at www.arona.org Whatever you do, don’t miss this one.
They´re back! Gillian Banks ShowStoppers 2016
Live Arico Shops: Charity Shop Chic At It´s Best
Cats of the week!
FOR ONE NIGHT ONLY this amazing Las Vegas style show, per formed by the talented studects of the Gillian Banks Theatre School in South Yorkshire, is back in Tenerife. Tickets are already on sale for the one off show on Monday 24th October, at the Auditorium Infanta Leonor in Los Cristianos, so you can get in early. Speak to anyone who has already seen these young people perform, and they will tell you it is second to none, and all for just 10 euros, with proceeds going to local
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 Reveron, 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.
This year our donations include: Cruz Roja 350 euros, Cruz Blanco 500euros, Hospital Inmaculada 953 euros, and CREVO 1000 euros.
Future Events
Tues Nov 15th Lunch at Restaurante Petit Los Angeles: 1:00 for 1:30, members 16,50 euros.
Tues Nov 29th Coach Trip to the South, 13 euros: Iceland for your Christmas goodies! Lunch in Las Americas (Scampi’s). Coach 11:15 for 11:30 outside the Botanical Gardens. Donation to APANATE
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N Tuesday 13th September our Friends met for a very tasty lunch at Restaurante Los Fogones in La Paz, where we were joined by representatives of APANATE, the autistic centre. Marie, our usual contact with the organisation was ill, so her husband and autistic son Samuel with therapist Yolanda attended. After the meal our president Helen Jamieson presented them with a much needed cheque for 500 euros towards the purchase of a mini-bus so
that the children can be ferried to the centre for their therapy. On Tuesday 17th September we went on a coach trip to El Médano and Iceland, such
a wonderful day out for ever yone. Some of the committee and members went to the Rendezvous bar in Los Cristianos for lunch and to collect yet more money that they had raised for the Friends of Tenerife. A very big thank you to all our supporters for your generosity in raising money, money which we pass on to many needy local charities.
Tues Dec 13th Christmas Dinner at Restaurante Magnolia: 7:00 for 7:30, members 26 euros. Tues Jan 17th New Years Lunch at Restaurante Ruen Thai: 1:00 for 1:30, members 20 euros. For more information or to book places at these events, please contact Maureen on 922 341 979 or Jean on 922 384 809.
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ET’S start with good news. The first Car Boot of the season on October 1st was a great success. Although it was a very hot day, the church grounds where heaving as everyone got settled in and the gates opened. A wonderful atmosphere, a very enjoyable day for all who took part and of course all who came.
Following on from this, our next Car Boot will be Saturday November 5th at 11am and before we can turn around the Christmas Car Boot on Saturday December 3rd at 11 am in the church grounds. Our Car Boots continue into the new year after the January break on the first Saturday of every month concluding in June 2017. Come and join us too for our Church Services which are held as follows on a weekly basis:Everybody welcome. Wednesdays 10am-Service of Holy Communion. Sunday 9.30- Book of Common Prayer Traditional Service of Holy Communion. Sunday 11am- Sung Eucharist.
Dates for your Diaries. We will be celebrating Harvest Festival on Sunday October 23rd at 11am. The Church will be decorated with Harvest produce most of which is kindly donated by local schoolchildren and is then distributed to needy causes. After which we will join in Fellowship with a “Ploughmans Plate “. Tickets at 10 Euros for this available from Caroline on 922381981 or after the 11am Service on a Sunday. Rayco our organist continues to hold free choir practise lessons on a Thursday night in the church from 8pm to 10pm. Please phone Rayco on 699649454 or pop along on a Thursday evening. As All Saints Church is currently in an Interregnum, Our Locum Priest is Reverend Allan Hughes who will be with us until November 1st. Many of you will know Reverend Allan and his wife Annette as they are no strangers to us at All Saints and it is good to have them both here with us again. Reverend Allan can be reached by phoning the Parsonage on 922384038.
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OST people will agree though that a real difference can been seen now compared to say, ten years ago.
Last year alone Cats Welfare neutered 721 cats and the number is increasing every year as the charity grows. This is a huge amount of cats made possible by our small band of volunteers and those that donate to our charity. There are still many kittens born on the streets of Tenerife every year though. Mother cats that give birth outside instinctively hide their newborns often in inaccessible places such as underneath buildings or in garages, in narrow places such storm drains and in covered places such as caves or cactus undergrowth. Tiny kittens don’t miaow. Kittens have been programmed by mother nature not to make a sound when their mother isn’t there so you may not even know that you have a feral kitten litter near by. If you are feeding a stray cat who eats hurriedly and then rushes away, it is very likely that she has kittens. The best thing you can do is to observe or follow her discreetly from a distance to see from where she goes. Don’t go stamping hot on her
heels as she might panic and then, later on, move the kittens to a place where you won’t find them. Kittens only emerge from hiding when they are around five weeks old. It is highly unlikely that a kitten less than four to five weeks old would make itself visible by wandering out of the nest. The only time this might happen is when the mother goes missing or if another animal brings it out and drops it. Of course you might stumble upon a nest by accident, but if you see young kittens running around, they will be at least five weeks old. Not many people have the time and skills to devote to taming wild kittens especially not for older kittens that require more time. The ideal time to begin the taming process is when the kittens are just four to six weeks old. Its imperative therefore that if you see a nest of small kittens you alert us to them as soon as possible. If you find a cat with kittens, and you take no action, she will get pregnant again and
have another litter quite quickly after the first one and survivors from the first litter will start to breed when they are just 5 months old. Cats return to a familiar place to have their babies, and so will their daughters. By the end of the year there could be 20+ feral cats and the problem will grow and grow. We at Cats Welfare home as many of the small kittens as we can, and neuter and return as many of the older kittens and cats that we have time and resources to trap. Therefoe if you know about a colony of cats that you think aren’t neutered contact us. www.cats-welfare-tenerife.com
Never too early to plan ahead Yes, we know it’s early but there’s nothing like planning ahead! This year please consider a reverse advent calendar of donations for the cats and kittens in our care. The idea is that into a box or basket you put a little cat type gift each day of December and donate it to our cause at the end of the month. A tin of food, a little toy etc etc. It doesn’t have to be expensive just a little something for each day. We can collect from you at the end of December if you aren’t able to drop it off at our charity shop. Not only will you be helping a good cause but it would be a great idea for children to encourage them to think of others at that time of year.
Table top sales The first Saturday of each month is our table top sale in both the Adeje and Las Chafiras Kola Sur pet shops where beautiful cat inspired handicrafts will be on sale made by our clever volunteers. Please pop along, donate some food and/or buy a little gift. Its all in a good cause and will help us help the cats and kittens here on the Island.
Adoptions We are looking for new homes for Trinity (nine years) and Vasco (ten years) two beautiful tabby cats. They like cuddles, playing and curling up for a nap on a warm lap. They are house cats so perfect if you have an apartment. Ideally we would like to home them together but we also realise that may not be possible. They are
vaccinated, microchipped and neutered and as always all cats and kittens go on a weeks trial to make sure you have made the right decision. To ask questions or to meet these or any of our other cats and kittens awaiting adoption ring or WhatsApp Maria on 646629129 (7 days a week 9.00 until 18.00). We also have lots of adorable fluffy kittens needing loving permanent homes. They are available for viewing in Don Perro pet shop in Las Chafiras and Vet Express behind Gran Sur. Opening times and maps are on our website www.catswelfare-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.
Designer sale On Sunday 16th October from 14.00 until 20.00 at the The Palms Bar, Golf del Sur we will be holding a fabulous Designer sale. Dresses, tops, suits, shoes etc. for Women, men, children and babies so something for ever yone. Gucci, Coast, Monsoon, Yves, Saint Laurent, Burberry and Hugo Boss are just some of the big names we have. See you there.
Donations We are always in need of good quality items to sell in our charity shop. Its our main source of income and therefore incredibly important for us to raise as much as possible. Items can be dropped into the shop on San Blas in Golf del Sur (Behind Hiperdino). It is open 7 days a week 10.00 until 18.00 but on Saturdays is open from 11.00 until 16.00. 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.
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ISITORS to Fuerteventura are being urged to help with the protection and conservation of the shearwater seabird.
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ANZAROTE is expanding its promotions as a sporty island, including as an ideal location for cycling.
The tourism department was represented at Spain’s most important bicycle fair in Madrid. This was the third edition of Unibike but the first time Lanzarote has been represented. Visitors were given information on all the sporting events and opportunities available and was delighted at the response. Minister of Tourism, Echedey Eugenio said the sector of cycling fitted well with the island’s aims for sustainability and growth without impacting
on the environment, adding: “There are studies that recognise tourism cycling as a means to improve the welfare and living in a sustainable way for present and future generations.” Meetings will now be held with European Sports Destination-Bike to assess the impact of the fair and begin to design specific actions for the year 2017. The aim is to provide better and more services for both the amateur and professional rider to encourage them to come to Lanzarote.
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WO tourists had a lucky escape after facing the night lost on Gran Canaria.
The pair had gone out walking on the west side of Roque Nublo when they were surprised by the quick onset of the dark. Fortunately, at 10pm, they were able to make contact with the 112 emergency control centre with details of their position. Forestry staff with Gran Canaria’s forestry division were called in because of the detailed knowledge of the area. The tourists were found ay 11pm but were warned to stay put and not attempt to walk as they were in a dangerous area, especially at night. Both were found to be in a good condition and were escorted to safety.
Through its environment department, the Cabildo has launched a new information campaign with leaflets being widely distributed, including in hotels. Experts will carry out a monitoring and collection service, as well as releasing previously injured birds during September, October and November. Minister of Environment, Natalia Évora said other groups and agencies were being involved, such as the Civil Protection Agency and the Red Cross. Anyone who finds an injured shearwater is being advised to carefully place it in a closed box with ventilation and keep it in a quiet place, avoiding surrounding noise. The Cabildo has specially designed boxes which people can collect but if not, they should use an ordinary cardboard box, putting paper on the bottom and making ventilation holes. It is recommended NOT to give the bird any food or water but to make contact urgently with the Cabildo’s environment department. Details should also be taken of how and precisely where the bird was found. Under no circumstances should the shearwater be released back into the wild until an expert is involved.
Canary health service helps babies into the world over the phone
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TAFF with the Canary 1-1-2 emergency service have once again been playing midwife to two expectant mothers.
Both were home births and each necessitated instructions being given over the phone so that the babies entered the world safe and well. Both births happened in Tenerife, one in El Rosario and the other in Santa Cruz. One of them was so fast that the entire labour was carried out via phone advice from a doctor with the Canary Urgency Service. Mum and baby boy are both doing well and were taken on to hospital by ambulance. In the other case, labour had
already started by the time the SUC arrived on the scene. Preliminary instructions had already been given over the phone and the medics then took over. The birth took place without complications and both the baby, a girl, and her mother were taken to the hospital in good condition. Births away from hospitals don’t happen that frequently but are more common than people think. Last month, babies entered the world in
similar circumstances in Gran Canaria and Fuerteventura: one in an ambulance, the other in a car. “In such situations, where it cannot wait for the intervention of a physician in person, the
information provided by the coordinators help people who are next to the woman in labour to act properly and lend a correct hand without health care knowledge,” said a 112 spokesman.
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OURISM chiefs in the Canary Islands say they are working on new plans to improve the conditions of hospitality staff in hotels, with special attention to the maids. This is an issue which has been the subject of controversy for some time, with unions alleging these group of employees receive low pay for long hours and in some cases are “deliberately exploited”. The claims have always been denied but the Canary Government is now asking its tourism, employment and education departments to work together on the subject. “A series of measures are being proposed to enable more
and better employability in the tourism sector and an improvement of working conditions of workers in hospitality,” a spokesman explained. Minister of Tourism, Culture and Sports, Mariate Lorenzo explained in the Canary Parliament that the three ministries have spent months working on several fronts. A technical committee has been formed to progress the way forward and employers and trade unions will be involved.
Approval has already been given to training centres, as well as actions for professional recognition and for lifelong learning. The new Training and Learning Plan for Tourism 20162020 “will integrate a number of measures aimed at strengthening the connection between the demand for professionals in tourism, offer training that is done from the education sector and strategies that aim to increase quality and qualified employment in the tourism industry, “ Sr. Lorenzo told Parliamentarians. This plan will include projects, actions and concrete objectives in vocational training, language training, educational exchange programmes, postgraduate training and specific training. Two of three projects will be launched in October. One of the schemes will see young people under the age of 30 spending 75 per cent of their time working with a company and the rest receiving theoretical training. There will be a maximum
of 30 students who can obtain certificates of professionalism in services such as bar, cafe and restaurant. The second project involves the qualification of personnel who have professional experience in the sector but lacking a title. In addition to these training initiatives, the plan will include improving the working conditions of hospitality staff. “The goal is to achieve the necessar y measures to improve the safety and health of all groups in the hospitality sector, particularly the problem of the maids,” said Sr. Lorenzo. Recently, the minister met with the association representing these workers in Lanzarote, the first to be established in the Canary Islands and maintains close cooperation with other groups of the islands and the mainland. “Our effort is focused on dignifying the profession, to encourage the young to want to work in hotels and tourist services which constitute the basis of our economic system,” he concluded.
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MERGENCY medics in the Canary Islands saved the lives of two people on Gran Canaria after they suffered cardiac arrests.
The call-outs happened in the municipalities of Ingenio and Las Palmas and the prompt actions of first responders have been attributed to the positive outcome. The two cases involved two very different ages. One was aged 19, the other 67. The first collapsed in the street and was found to be in cardiac arrest. Cardiac massage had
been started when the SUC arrived and they were able to revive the victim with a defibrillator. The young man was then taken to hospital in a stable condition. A defib was also used in the second case after a man reported that his father had collapsed in his home. Before this, however, he had follo-
wed step by step guidance from SUC tele operators on how to keep his father alive. Doctors say the role the first
people on the scene played was vital, pointing out that the first few seconds after cardiac arrest are crucial.
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HE Canary emergency service is stressing the need to be aware about controlling diabetes and how to act in case of complications. The SUC says hypoglycemia is considered an emergency and you have to intervene quickly and begin treatment as soon as possible. They say close family members must also recognise the warning signs and know how to react. “Hyperglycemia is the elevation of blood glucose. Symptoms usually appear slowly, with intense thirst and urination. In this case you should drink water. If you later suffer fatigue, shortness of breath, headache, abdominal pains and vomiting, you should go to the nearest health centre. A symptom of hyperglycemia is the ketotic breath (smell of apples) by the presence of acetone,” said a spokesman. “In hypoglycaemia, when the amount of blood glucose falls, the signs and symptoms appear quickly. In some cases it appears as shaking, sweating, paleness, rapid heartbeat, hunger, weakness, etc. If action isn’t take fast, it can progress to a more serious situation such as blurred vision, slurred speech, aggression and even convulsions and loss of
consciousness.” If the sufferer is conscious, you have to give carbohydrates with rapid absorption such as a glass of water with two packets of sugar, fruit juice or soda. If there is no improvement in ten minutes, then repeat the dose. On recovery, the person should eat carbohydrates with a slow absorption such as a sandwich or half sandwich. If the person is unconscious or convulsing, do not give anything by mouth. You have to place the person in a recovery position, with their head to one side to avoid asphyxiation or choking, and call 1-1-2. It is considered an emergency. (The 112 includes an English-speaking service which you just have to ask for). The telephone operator will be able to advise what to do. Other tips include telling relatives where injections are if they are needed and keeping a supply of sugar to hand for under the tongue. The SUC says that given the possibility that such an emergency might happen in a school, teachers should also learn what to do.
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Director General of the Public Health Service, Ricardo Redondas announced details of a new strategy which includes actions on other sexually transmitted infections. The goal, he said, is to increase knowledge against these infections, reduce its incidence, promote early diagnosis , improve access to early treatment and ensure equal access to prevention and health care of people with HIV and Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs). As explained by the Director General of Public Health, Domingo Núñez, the number of new HIV infections declared in 2015 in the Canary Islands amounts to 268. Seven out of ten are men and there is a higher incidence in those aged between 30 and 39 years. The fatality rate of new HIV infections is 1.5 per cent.
The five main aims of the new plan are:
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UNBATHERS tried in vain to save the life of an Irishman who was pulled unconscious from the sea.
The tragedy happened off the beach of Los Fariones on Lanzarote. The emergency services rushed to the scene and found the victim lying on the sand with other holidaymakers carrying out resuscitation. “One of them had made a call to the 112 centre and a phone operator was relaying instructions in a bid to save his life,” said a spokesman. Medics took over but the man could not be revived and was declared dead at the scene. The drowning happened in the popular resort of Puerto del Carmen. An investigation has opened to determine what happened. The man’s nationality has been confirmed as Irish but no age has been released or any further details about his identity.
Child hurt as car Three arrested for burglaries over-turns
HE Canary Islands are aiming to be “HIV Zero” as health chiefs intensify prevention and control measures.
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Reduce the incidence of HIV infection and other STIs. Promote early diagnosis of HIV infection and other STIs. Improve access to early treatment to people with HIV / STI. Ensure equality in access to prevention and health and social care for people with HIV and STIs. Increase knowledge against HIV infection and other STIs. Reduce the incidence of HIV infection and other STIs.
It is planned to produce a guide of recommendations for HIV prevention in men who have sex with men, to distribute more free condoms and to offer rapid testings in non-clinical settings. Those with HIV/STI will also be able to get quicker access to early treatment. There will also be more information campaigns, including at the Santa Cruz Carnival in February and during other special events, such as World Aids Day on December 1st. In addition, training is to be improved for professionals, with more courses and seminars.
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seven-year-old child escaped serious injury when the car in which he was travelling over-turned in Fuerteventura.
The accident happened in Las Casitas in the municipality of Tuineje in the mid-afternoon. The youngster suffered an arm injury but not of a serious nature and was taken to hospital. He was the only person in the car to be hurt.
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HREE people have been arrested on Fuerteventura for breaking into a supermarket and stealing money from the tills.
Police said one of the trio acted as a driver, the other as a lookout and the third committed the burglary after forcing open windows and doors of the shop in the municipality of Tuineje. They were identified via CCTV and are also suspected of carrying out a similar crime nearby as the pattern was the same.
Canary Islands expect boom in German visitors with more air seats
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HE love affair that German holidaymakers have had with the Canary Islands for 50 years shows no signs of abating, say tourism chiefs.
Minister of Tourism for the Canary Government, Maria Teresa Lorenzo recently highlighted good prospects for German tourists, after a rise of more than half a million airline seats for the Canary Islands. Speaking at a convention of the largest network of travel agencies in Germany, she said that of the more than 2.5 million German tourists who visit the Canary Islands each year, 75 per cent are repeaters and one in five has been in the islands in more than ten occa-sions. The minister was at the official opening of the annual convention RTK in Tenerife which brought together 800 agents travel, sales teams and senior managers of German tourist companies.
She said that for more than 50 years, the Canary Islands had been one of the favourite holiday destinations of German tourists and “many have even decided to stay to live and share with us ‘the best climate in the world’, as well as our nature, culture, friends and family.” The German market is the second in importance to the Canary Islands, with an accumulated total from January to August of 2,046,261 people, almost 12 per cent more than in the same period last year, which translates to about 200,000 more Germans in these eight months. As for the forecasts of market behaviour, she said that based on the data of regular
air connectivity between Germany and the Canar y Islands, a boom is expected, according to the programmed increase in airline seats. From April 2016 to March 2017, there will be 19 per cent more seats than the same previous period. This is 578,998 more seats and a total of 3,609,929. She stressed that In order to maintain these positive data and improve if possible satisfaction, the minister explained that is was not enough to keep being the leaders in competitiveness and hospitality, “it is equally important to improve and strengthen the relationship with our tourism partners.” In this regard, she said that since the Government of the Canary Islands are aware of the powerful role of the largest Association of German Tou-
rism Companies (RTK), which groups some 4,000 travel agencies and which together reach a turnover of over 3,000 million euros, “ it is our desire to involve the group more in our destiny.” Unlike other markets, the Germans reserve mainly through physical travel agencies, which makes RTK a key ally for promoting tourism in the archipelago. The minister, who addressed the audience in their language, German, reminded them that the Canaries as a whole is ideal for this platform, since the destination provided the opportunity to see first hand not only history and culture, but also a traditional and modern range of accommodation, delicious gastronomy, extreme sports, golf, leisure, sea and nature.
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UNFORTUNATE MISTAKE
RESIDENTS’ REVOLT
Voter posted christening gift of 200 euros in ballot box instead of voting slip!
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hapless voter had to call in the police after mixing up an envelope containing a wad of money with his polling slip!
The man was horrified when he realised he had put the cash, intended as a christening gift, in the box instead of his X marks the spot! Worse still, he didn’t realise his mistake until he arrived at the baby naming ceremony and the ballot paper was opened instead of the card.
The unfortunate mishap happened at a school in Pontevedra in the north-west of Spain. A school had been turned into a polling station for the regional elections where the man turned up with the police a few hours before voting closed. He explained he had cast
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OLICE in one of Spain’s most popular cities have taken more than 20 pigeons into custody -because they had been dyed in rainbow shades as a tourist scam! Barcelona, which has a blanket ban on the use of any animal for profit, has been waging a war against so-called “entertainers” in the main squares for several weeks. At one stage, they were caught with the coloured pigeons outside a police station, asking tourists to pay a fee to hold the birds and have their pictures taken with them. Animal campaigners say it is cruel and barbaric as not only are the pigeons dyed, many with a variety of shades, they also have their wings “disabled” so they cannot fly away. “We have received several calls from tourists about the use of these coloured pigeons for profit,” said director of the Office for the Protection of Animals, Anna Ortonoves. “These so-called entertainers were reported and warned it is an illegal activity.” Police have swooped at least four times in the last two months and have confiscated the pigeons on each occasion. They were taken into care until new owners can be found. “It’s terrible,” said one objector. “These people are
abusing nature and defenceless living beings.” The pigeons are being dyed mainly red, pink, green, yellow and blue and often in all shades across their head, backs and wings. Tourists are then asked for anything up to ten euros to have their pictures taken with them or selfies. Whilst they hold the birds, they are spun a story about how precious they are and how much it costs to look after them. The unsuspecting tourists are then asked to make another donation towards their keep. The “owners” are thought mainly to be Bulgarians who face being arrested and fined up to 100 euros each time. Both the Civil Guard and Los Mossos have been brought in and patrols in plain clothes carried out. They say this street activity is illegal. In other Spanish cities, pigeons can have an identification dye put on the tips of their wings but only with prior permission. Barcelona is officially an animal-friendly city and protector of their rights.
his vote earlier in the day and then went on to attend a christening in another town about 80 miles away. The family of the new baby opened what should have been a gift envelope and discovered it was his voting coupon instead! “It was then that he realised he must have confused the envelopes and put the right one, containing the money, in the ballot box,” said a police
Thirteen arrested as police make Spain’s largest ever seizure of illegal snuff
spokesman. Electoral officers ruled that any search would have to wait until polling closed. The boxes were then opened and the man was proved right. His cash envelope was inside! With the approval of everyone involved, he was allowed to collect his money AND exchange it for his unopened but completed ballot paper so he was able to cast his vote after all.
Spain pledges “accessible tourism for all”
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The Spanish Ministry of Industry says tourism and leisure are basic aspects of daily life in modern society. “They represent a right that many people unfortunately either cannot access for a multitude of reasons or have to overcome major obstacles due to infrastructures, equipment or the availability of information (digital accessibility) fail to meet their needs,” said a spokesman. This is one of the main reasons why the Government of Spain has developed the Smart Tourism Destinations Plan, given that destinations must tackle and overcome this type of scenario via proposals and actions that offer maximum accessibility to all potential visitors, both to the destinations themselves and the products and services offered there. Hence the need to adapt to the needs of all people by eliminating architectural or mobility barriers, facilitating access to all sorts of cultural assets, nature, leisure activities, etc.
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massive haul of 100 tons of loose snuff worth 16 million euros has been found by police in Spain’s biggest ever seizure.
Thirteen people were arrested as part of “Operation Robust” and nearly 2,000 manufacturing machines impounded, together with three top-of-the-range cars. Police said the fine snuff was being used to add taste and smell to tobacco and was being sold via the internet to a large portfolio of customers. Five raids were carried out in Valencia and Badajoz as part of a joint investigation by the Civil Guard and Tax Office. The total value of the haul is put at 16 million euros . “The gang pretended to be selling legal leaf snuff but it was being altered with chemicals and all the usual health checks were being evaded,” said a spokesman for the Civil Guard. The ten men and three women arrested are of Polish and Spanish nationalities, aged between 22 and 60. The heavy machinery was being used for drying snuff and then adding additives and preservatives. ,
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FLIGHT CONCERNS
Spain and UK urged to take action over alcohol at airports and on flights
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VERY airline travelling to and from the UK to Spain should consider introducing “dry flights” and start a blacklist of drunken passengers. The call is being made to both countries’ governments by the political coalition More for Majorca which wants stricter controls at aiports to avoid trouble with tipsy tourists. They say this is not an onslaught against holidaymakers or the Brits but an initiative against binge tourism. Backing has just been given by Spain’s Tourism Commission which is urging the central government “to cooperate with the UK to avoid incidents caused by alcohol abuse in airports and airplanes and to promote codes of good practice in responsible consumption.” More for Majorca spokesman, Antoni Reus said: “There is a problem and we have to take action. We believe it is the duty of all institutions to promote responsible drinking as a matter of safety and to avoid the image degrading which has happened in several tourist areas.” Their proposals go hand in hand with measures to clampdown on “binge tourism” and “drunken tourists, irrespective of their nationality, origin and
destination.” The group says incidents related to alcohol lead to discomfort for other passengers and safety problems in the aircrafts. Figures from the UK government reveal that during the two years between March 2014 and March 2016, 442 people were arrested for such incidents. A study by the company Jet Cost in 2014 warned that one in seven British reached their destination while intoxicated, half of them starting to drink alcohol in the airport and the other half in the plane. The British Government has already promoted a code of good practices in the aviation sector, such as airline staff training and measures to promote responsible consumption. More for Majorca says Ryanair banned alcohol on flights on the Glasgow-Ibiza route after a series of incidents and other companies are considering the possibility of implementing the so-called “dry flights and blacklisting of drunken passengers.
Woman police officer faces discipline for wearing her own bullet-proof vest
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OLICE unions in Spain and the Canaries are claiming sexual discrimination after a woman officer faces jail for wearing her own bulletproof vest “adapted to the female form”. They say only one design has been made for men which is totally unacceptable and uncomfortable for female members of the Civil Guard. The United Association of Civil Guards says it is also unfair that the officer in question has been penalised for “insubordination” just because she used her initiative and bought her own jacket with a better fit. The AUGC says the man’s bullet-proof vest was too big and cumbersome for her and prevented her from reaching her gun and handcuffs. The matter has already come before the Spanish Parliament amidst claims that female officers are not being treated correctly and that they should have their own properly-designed jackets. The police officer in question is based in the province of Salamanca and faces the military offence of insubordination under the Military Penal Code. “This means that this agent may end up paying for her
courageousness in a military prison where her two sons would visit her in disbelief, confronted with a situation that their mother, a good cop for 24 years, could end up in jail as a common criminal, “ says the AUGC. She is reported to have worn the specially-designed flak jacket for eight years without any previous complaints, having purchased it for around 500 euros. The female officer was ordered to wear the standard bullet-proof vest designed for men but refused to do so because it “hindered” her work. The union says lack of special jackets for women officers is a deficiency in itself but claims it is just one example of “discrimination against women workers in the Civil Guard, a minority group” and against health and safety. The Civil Guard says 21,000 bullet proof jackets will be purchased in the next three years,with 2000 of them specially tailored for women. It says action is being
brought against the female officer not because she wore the specially-adapted vest but that she refused point blank to wear the correct one as rules dictated. Police chiefs stress that Spain is on an anti-terrorist alert and all officers were warned on that very same day to make sure they wore their jackets. “It was a clear, blatant and deliberate disobedience in the presence of other colleagues,” said a spokes-
man who denied that the uniform vest for all hindered movements. “We have to enforce the rules and tr y and ensure police safety. Just imagine what would happen if any officer said they preferred to use their own car rather than an official one or dispense with their uniforms to wear their own trousers and shirts!” In Tenerife, Arona council recently announced it is to invest in bullet-proof vests for the police and each one will be tailored to fit.
Motorcyclist, 21, has arm reattached in 12-hour operation
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OCTORS in Mallorca have successfully managed to reattach the severed arm of a 22year-old Spanish man after it was torn off in a motorcycle accident.
It is the first time such an operation has been performed at the Son Espases hospital in Palma and involved more than 12 hours of surgery. The patient had suffered severe injuries in the crash on Formentera in August when his motorcycle was involved in a crash with a car. His arm was completely severed but medics at the scene managed to retrieve the limb and took it to the hospital. The University Hospital announced that the delicate operation appears to have been a success and the man
is already recovering some movement and feeling in his reattached arm. The huge team of medics included surgeons, plastic and vascular surgeons, trauma staff, anesthesiologists and nurses. After surgery, the patient spent a week in intensive care and is still in hospital so doctors can monitor his progress. “An intervention of this complexity has been possible thanks to the excellent coordination between professionals,” said a hospital spokesman. The swift action of the emergency services who found the arm and rushed it to hospital has also been praised.
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Two Moroccans Construction workers stunned as arrested as they unearth 11th century tannery fight against ISIS continues P HOTEL “MUSEUM”
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PANISH police have arrested two Moroccan men who were planning to commit ISIS atrocities in Europe.
Armed officers with shields and batons swooped on two addresses in Spain and carried away bundles of propaganda material, rucksacks and computer equipment. The Spanish police said both men were “fully indoctrinated” into the DAESH cause and one had earlier reached the TurkishSyrian border after being accepted to fight in Syria. He was arrested and returned to Spain but was alreasy planning his return. “Both men shared Jihadist ideals which led them to protect each other,” said a police spokesman. The dramatic arrests were made in Murcia and Valladolid and were part of Spain’s ongoing campaign to crackdown on DAESH recruitment in the country. The Moroccan who had already tried to get into Syria was recruited via the internet and though his first attempt was stalled, he had pledged
his determination to return with a view to commit attacks in Europe. The Ministry of Interior said the method used by ISIS over the net was still “a ver y powerful tool” to get supporters to join their cause. The Moroccan had gone through all the phases of pledging loyalty and had been ready to become part of the organisation until his arrest by the police in Turkey. Once back in Valladolid, he made friends with the second man and they plotted together so he could get back to Syria “in the shortest possible time”. “They had already arranged for another member of DAESH to meet them at the Syrian border who would move him to the conflict zone,” said the spokesman. He would then have been trained in combat and handling weapons and explosives in order to go back into Europe and carry out terrorist attacks.
LANS for a new luxury hotel in a popular Costa del Sol holiday resort are being revised after an ancient tannery dating back nearly 1,000 years was unearthed on its proposed site!
The 11th and 12th century archaeological remains were discovered in the coastal town of Estepona in Malaga. The medieval tannery is being described as the best preserved example in the Iberian Peninsula which experts say has to be saved “at all costs”. It includes nine individual circular pools which were once used for the treatment of the skin and leather. The hotel group planning to build on the site has now redrawn its plans so that the tannery can be included within the building. Guests will be able to walk over a glass floor in the restaurant which will show the unique discovery. The new Hotel Maravilla Palace is costing ten million euros and will have 42 rooms, aimed at drawing in tourists for culture, shopping, dining and leisure. Workmen were in the process of demolishing an old building on the proposed hotel site in the heart of Estepona when they noticed the unusual formations and called in the experts. “They are in a terrific condition,” said Estepona’ heritage chief, José María Guerrero. Municipal archaeologist, Ildefonso Navarro revealed that the remains of a 15th pottery kiln had also been found. The painstaking process of unearthing the tannery has taken eight weeks by a specialist company, Arqueotectura. Spokesman Toñi Martín confirmed the remains were in a good condition and had not been damaged by high water levels. Estepona will now house the first hotel in the world to encompass an archaeological site. The council says the find represents a major milestone for the heritage and culture of the town which is in the process of planning major improvements for tourist growth. The new hotel, nicknamed The Wonder, is expected to be completed by mid-2017. Police said the second man was acting as his “shield”. The investigation remains open.
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Major prostitution gang smashed in Ibiza as 21 woman freed
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WENTY-ONE women were forced to kneel for hours and beaten unless they bought in 1,000 euros a day as prostitutes.
The victims, who were kept on the Spanish mainland in the winter before being taken to the holiday island for the summer, were forced to work 14 hours a day. One of the women, police have revealed, was just 16 years of age. All 21 are Nigerian and were working in the exclusive districts of Ibiza. A major operation carried out by the Spanish police in association with the Office of Criminal Investigation in Germany and Europol has led to the arrest of 24 suspects. “The network captured very young victims among the lower classes of the major Nigerian cities, deceiving them with false job offers in Spain. Once in our country, they were forced into prostitution in marathon days, being beaten if they did not earn the money demanded by the gang,” said a police spokesman. Those arrested included
two women said to be the ringleaders who had “years of experience” in recruiting vulnerable girls. Police said they took elaborate steps to avoid detection, often moving the women from house to house. The vulnerable women were given offers “too good to refuse” in view of their poor circumstances but once captured, were unable to escape. They were subjected to voodoo rituals and sworn to loyalty contracts under the threat of family members being killed. The women were smuggled into Europe on boats and planes and were only told their job offer was false when they arrived in Spain. They were then told they would have to pay up to 50,000 pounds to be freed and could do so through prostitution. Investigators said Ibiza was chosen for the summer
because of the high influx of tourists, with the gang totalling controlling the streets of the exclusive areas. They were kept in one apartment and only allowed out occasionally to buy food or to keep an appointment with a client. “If they didn’t earn 1,000 euros a day, they would be forced to kneel for hours and beaten with sticks and brooms,” said the spokesman. Police found that 17 women were forced to share one apartment of just 30 square metres, with three to four girls sleeping in one single bed. One of the gang was arrested in Germany where he had tried to hide and five others were found to be members of the 1960s cult called “Supreme Eiye Confraternity”. The money earned from prostitution was sent to Nigeria via Madrid where a bar was used as the front. Seven properties were raided in Spain and Germany and 20 bank accounts blocked.
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never forget how incredibly lucky I am to live in Tenerife with its spectacular scenery and diverse landscapes, not to mention our wonderful all- year round warm temperate climate! This all makes the island of Tenerife ideal for hiking at any time of the year but particularly from late September through to early May. Springtime hiking is a must here for the flowers and bird life, and autumn hiking is particularly good for those who prefer cooler temperatures like me. Tenerife is an island home to rugged coastlines, magnificent gorges, lush forests, picturesque villages, wide open moon-like landscapes, and of course our very own mountain Pico del Teide; the third highest volcano in the world and the highest mountain in Spain. Tenerife has an 800 km network of tracks, forest trails and mountain paths waiting to be discovered by the intrepid walker. We have four types of hikes for visitors to discover: coastal plains and rugged coastline, villages and surrounding countryside, Laurel and Pine forest and high mountain/volcanic treks.
COASTAL HIKES: Tenerife is of course surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean and features a wide range of coastal trails with stunning views of the sea and the other islands, offering an irresistible attraction to hikers and ramblers. These walks offer spectacular scenery with sheer cliff drops down to the sea, and sea-level walks along rugged coastline and sandy beaches both of which give stunning sunsets from late afternoon to early evening, depending upon the time of year. These trails are ideal to enjoy the wild scenery of the island’s coastline.
VILLAGES AND SURROUNDING COUNTRYSIDE: Just like Spain, Tenerife has some very pretty villages, some of which are almost hidden. Until recent years, many have been almost cut off until the 1950s/1960s when roads were first introduced. Prior to this, some of these villages were only reachable by a dirt track! There are many walks that can be found with only a short drive from the coastal resorts which explore the small villages and the surrounding farmland, forests and hills. Many of these villages are steeped in both Guanche and post-Conquest history and are there to be discovered – if only you can find them!
FOREST HIKES: There are basically two types of forests here in Tenerife; Laurisilva (Laurel) and Canarian Pine. The laurel forests are to be found in isolated regions on the north coast of the island, predominantly in the Anaga Rural Park, Teno Rural Park and Las Lagunetas Nature Reserve. These zones are known locally as the cloud forest and consist of mainly evergreen trees and shrubs. They form a dense canopy where little light reaches the floor and so many endemic shrubs and herbs exist. The Laurel forest is a type of humid forest which was more wide spread in the Mediterranean 1000s of years ago, but it now an ecotype confined to a few Macronesian islands including Tenerife. These forests attract the vast seas of clouds known locally as El Mar de Nubes. This amazing natural phenomenon caused by the trade winds is one of the main reasons that Tenerife has a ready supply of natural water, also known locally as the elixir of life. The other type of forest is the Corona Forestal that translates as the forest crown because it encircles the island and is the densest
forest in the archipelago. Dominated by the Canarian Pine, this forest is quite different to that of the Laurisilva in that the highest areas reach over 2,000 meters in altitude and samples of evergreen wax myrtle and heather shrubs can also be found. The entire forest is rich in endemic flora and fauna. The Pine trees are home to many indigenous birdlife, namely the Blue Chaffinch and the Great Spotted Woodpecker.
HIGH MOUNTAIN/VOLCANIC HIKES: You may not see smoking volcanos ready to expel lava since the last eruption in Tenerife took place in 1909 from a volcano called Chinyero. However, you can trek through Mars-like environments such as Teide National Park. There are many strange like rock sculptures to be found here and probably one of the most photographed is called The Cathedral. Tenerife is a unique environment for volcanism; a corner of the planet gathering all the known manifestations of this phenomenon. Film Directors regularly take advantage of this stunning scenery, and many famous films have been shot on location here such as Clash of the Titans to name but one. For those looking for more challenging hikes there are a range of walks for the adventurous that will take you into the high mountains, along spectacular ridges and through dramatic lunar landscapes. There is also the opportunity to ascend to over 2,500 meters walking at high altitude enjoying some of the most spectacular views available on the Island. Probably the most favorite adventurous hike is the Teide 2 Day Trek to ascend Spain’s highest mountain, Mount Teide, to witness the longest sunrise shadow in the world. This is truly an unforgettable adventure which leaves you with a great sense of achievement. Hiking and walking on this beautiful island is an incredible way to keep fit, get a workout and experience something both beautiful and exhilarating. A hike is a very enjoyable way to experience Tenerife’s great outdoors. For further information, please see: www.tenerifeguided-walks.com
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Lands of contrast: Scotland and Tenerife B EING a Scottish lassie, you would think I would have visited every inch of my homeland. Unfortunately before coming to live here in Tenerife I hadn’t even been to the North of Scotland, always dreaming of going someday but preferring to holiday in the sun. A few weeks ago my dream came true and my husband and I went back to Scotland and did a coach tour of the Highlands and Islands. I am not going to bore you with a blow by blow report on my holiday but moreover I would like to stress the comparisons I have made between our lovely Tenerife and the ancient land of Caledonia. We were lucky enough to have a couple of Geologists on our coach, Jack and Lorraine Powell, from Washington State. A mind of information on the rocky outcrops, standing stones and the general formation of such said rocks. The first thing that struck me, particularly in Harris and Lewis was the ruins of buildings, known as blackhouses. Constructed with the local stone, six foot thick walls to keep out the harsh Scottish winds and rains, and roofs long gone – originally made from grass, heather, spelt and barley stalks, even whale bones have been found in amongst the ruins. Sadly the traditional blackhouses were replaced with concrete, stud partition walls and the people were said to feel unwell in the new houses, the walls that just could not breathe. The blackhouses also housed the sheep – and when they urinated the ammonia was actually very antibacterial and in fact the householders were never or rarely ill. In Lanzarote the use of the local stone is seen everywhere thanks to the architect and artist Cesar Manrique. Sadly in Tenerife the use of local stone is only seen very occasionally and the most way in which it seems to be used is to dress landscaped gardens, as a sort of mulch. The local stone, known as Lewisean gneiss (pronounced nice) can only be found in the Outer Hebrides. It is three times harder than granite, is the oldest stone in Great Britain and being three billion years old, is nearly as old as planet Earth. Our stone on our Island, although old, is a baby compared to this wonderfully strong rock. Tenerife was formed a mere three million years ago, when Anaga, Teno and Valle San Lorenzo mountain ranges fused together after a volcanic eruption from Teide. Jack Powell was fascinated by the age of our Island, as he put it, “Tenerife’s stone is like looking back in time at Scotland” I saw various megalithic sites whilst there, but the main one and the most fascinating was, the standing stones of Callanish. A huge untouched structure created by the druids of the time, giving and paying homage to the moon, just one of the nature gods that
they worshipped. Most sites of this stature are long gone but this was discovered under six feet of peat, and carefully uncovered and has been preserved ever since. Again a lot of the stones were made from Gneiss and absolutely huge. Above ground some Harris Tweed weaver Norman Mackenzie were twelve foot and under all kitted out with a log burning ground they are said to be at beautiful. Our beaches in stove and comfortable and least half of this. Tenerife are not always warm blanketed benches, I see our peak of Teide as a beautiful but they cool us off bookshelves. Outside there is a giant standing stone, it makes from the heat. The beaches in variety of weird and colourful me smile every time I see it, Harris are like giant light bulbs, handmade items that loosely and the power it held to the reflecting light from the pure resemble the Loch Ness pre-hispanic people is not white and natural sands into Monster, that the enigmatic unlike the power the Scots the true blues of the water, owner makes to help fund his druids gave to their stones, and bouncing the sparkling rays lifestyle, and of course his very places of worship. back up into the sky and onto useful telescope. Steve Feltham Harris is famous for its your skin, as you walk for miles has lived like this since June weaving industry and the along almost deserted coast. I 1991, in the hope of seeing the beautiful Harris Tweed. A will never forget this hour at monster, an animal or sea woollen cloth not that unlike the beach, its an experience creature that may or may not tartan but much coarser, and for the soul. exist. Giving up his life in Dorset genuine tweed has to be made I know what you are over twenty years ago, he has in Harris and Lewis. We visited thinking, what about the never faltered. an independent weaver, whisky. Well yes we did go to I had a chat with him and Norman Mackenzie – who a local distillers but what I found him really lovely to chat lives with his wife and two dogs in a lovely little croft with an outhouse, where he weaves the cloth and his wife creates scarves and the likes for sale. It was quite amazing watching this man at work, working on an original loom that will soon die out. The larger looms are what most people use these days, but it was that real hand made element that intrigued me. I couldn’t resist buying a metre of Nessie hunter Steve Feltham the most beautiful really enjoyed was the gin purple, pink and blue cloth, it distillery. Gin is the new reminded me of the heather whisky, well at least in the in the hills of Scotland and the Islands and it is so good. We Canarian Lavender in the rural don-t need to make parts of Tenerife. comparisons where alcohol is I also saw a demonstration concerned, wine for me will of weaving sticks, which are always be Spanish and used in various ways by people Canarian wine has the taste of all over the world. I ordered a the volcanic earth that set and now have joined the nowhere else can imitate. In masses who are wanting keep Scotland we have the peat these traditional weaving which gets burned for fuel and techniques alive. the scent and power of this In the Spring of Tenerife the cluggy mixture makes our wild flower burst forth and all whisky and our gin unique, not you see is a carpet of yellow to mention the addition of and white from the wild berries found growing in margaritas. In Harris the nature all around . “machair” which is the name Lastly, I finally visited Loch given to the wild flowers and Ness. Unlike most people on the general landscape of a our coach I was not looking for particular natural area in the Loch Ness Monster, but Scotland, is ever changing and instead the Nessie Hunter. On can be very different in each the edge of the loch at the part of Scotland you go to. Dores Beach there is a The beaches in Harris are converted mobile library van, world famous for being so
Callanish standing stones with. You almost wanted him to have seen the monster so he had more to say, he was very engaging. I asked him if he sailed out onto the loch to fish for food, he simply said, “ no, I go to the supermarket” I was a bit disappointed I must confess, but perhaps he was not so crazy after all, the idea of someone giving up their life to do this sounds mad but he is living, I guess rent free, on the shores of Loch Ness. He also got presented with a certificate from the Guinness World Records for having held the record for the longest vigil seeking the Loch
Ness monster, not everybody can say they have done that with their life. I just hope he has a warm house to go to in the Winter and a wife and at least a dog to snuggle up to. The purity and unspoilt parts of Scotland was what made me jump for joy and even pull on my heart strings, feeling a tear run down my face as we drove back to the bustling city of Edinburgh, with Dougie Maclean singing Caledonia in the background. The parts of Tenerife I love the most are also the untouched and unspoilt and preserved beauty spots, the real Tenerife is where my heart lies.
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A Puerto point of view
Are we going to San Francisco or not? Concert venue stalemate
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T was in 2011 when the idea to redevelop Parque San Francisco into an all singing, all dancing concert venue was launched with all the usual fanfare. About time, Puerto really needed such a venue, as indeed it still does five years on. You see, not everyone wishes to sit outside, especially in the winter months, besides which, the crashing waves can play havoc with what are so often pretty poor acoustics. Though the locals do have a solution, they simply
turn up the volume. Two years on, the project has gone through the tender process and the contract has been awarded. The plan was to raise the roof and to build a concert hall to seat upwards to 900 people, and the funding was in place, or so we were told at time. I was excited, the thought that
Puerto was soon to have its own venue, a venue to rival those in each of the surrounding towns. I must have been naive, or at the very least my judgement had been clouded by the prospect of a venue with a roof, which would surely be a more attractive proposition for some, (how should I say this politely) acts and artists with a better pedigree. If I am honest I have probably heard enough Latin music in recent years to last me a lifetime. And by heard, I mean from afar, often there is no need to be in the audience, anywhere in the town should suffice. Alas it was not to be, the project was cast adrift and there it has remained caught in the doldrums ever since. I really should have known better, after all this was around the time when we were first told work was going to start on the new bus station. Is it true, do you think that all the pigs in the
Puerto area really can fly? Fast forward again, three more years to 2016 and the town of Puerto is busy trying to reinvent itself, to rebrand its image, to turn the town into a ‘yes we can’, 21st century, blue chip, holiday resort. No mean feat and they are making inroads, but surely a bus station and a concert venue are prerequisites, without them it becomes a bit of a hard sell. Note, I don’t bracket the new port project with the other two; yes it will be a worthwhile addition to the town, but it is not, in my opinion, crucial to its resurgence. Besides, any ‘usefulness’ from the port is a minimum of ten years away. Another project yet to get off the ground, having briefly resurfaced in recent years it has returned to the hidden depths and will
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most probably remain there only to come up for air again in time for the next local elections. Another case of airborne jamon serrano , I fear. Of course, some of the blame for our project delays, in fact much of it must be levied at Madrid. They are ultimately at the top of the food chain, the decision makers, the holders of, with a tight grip on, the purse strings. So whilst they continue to bicker over who is going to be the next head honcho, the rest of the country is forced to play wait and see. I read recently that 40 per cent less has been spent on capital projects since the government unravelled than in previous years, who knows some of that under spend may have otherwise winged its way here. While the fiasco continues Spain has what the British press like to call a ‘caretaker’ government, if that’s the case perhaps it’s time for a new broom, one that sweeps clean. I am raking over old ground again! Is there any point to it? I am beginning to wonder myself. I started writing this because the Parque San Francisco project has recently reared its head again, but I seem to have strayed and gone off the rails a bit. Never mind let me get back on track. The story was in one of the local Spanish newspapers, one of those long drawn out, repeat everything two or three times, reports they are quite well known for. As I said, it was about Parque San Francisco, a building which coincidently I had been thinking about recently as I have noticed it is back in use. No, not for cultural events, those days are long gone; currently it is being used as a builder’s yard, site office and mess room for the builders laying more grey slabs in calle Quintana. Let’s hope it doesn’t rain, as not only will it delay their work, they could end up with soggy sandwiches as the roof leaks like a sieve. The stor y, once I’d translated it and cut out the dead wood wasn’t exactly ground breaking or even that interesting. The gist of it was that there was to be a local meeting to discuss if the San Francisco project should form part of the agenda for discussion at a forthcoming meeting of some quango or another relating to culture. If so, it was reported, if it was discussed this in turn would mean there would need to be
further meetings. That’s it, is it newsworthy, or not, you decide? However, I sympathise with the writer of said article, I suspect he is their local correspondent who has been scratching about searching for anything to write about Puerto. I know the feeling, I am in exactly the same boat, and each month I sit at this keyboard wondering what on earth there is to say. I can’t keep churning out stories about the town’s love affair with the concrete slab, as like the slabs themselves the subject has become dull and boring. The same goes for the town’ continuing battles with the nonconforming litter louts or fly trippers, a stor yline which at the end of the day is just a load of rubbish. Although, after all is said and done that is exactly what I am about to do. I have this thing, a fad, at the moment, about recycling, a passing phase, maybe, who knows. So, where once I was quite content just to throw my plastic bag of household waste into the nearest green wheelie bin, I now sort it and it is deposited in the relevant recycling bin. Don’t think for one moment that I have suddenly become a, save the planet, tree hugger. Nor to be honest am I totally convinced that all my carefully sorted rubbish doesn’t end up in a hole in the ground. No, the reason for my recycled enthusiasm is simply explained, as having recently moved the recycling bins are much closer. Now I have become one of those most annoying of people, a reformer (smokers who have quit are by far the worst) I notice things around the town which I think are wrong. This town has committed to recycling more, to do so they rely on the help of both residents and tourist alike. If they want help then the best way, in my opinion is to keep things simple and make them obvious Last time I wrote favourably about the new beachside recycling bins, but since then I have had time to reflect. Don’t get me wrong, they are still a great idea and there should be far more of them dotted around the town, but have you really looked at them. I have and have compared them to those in other towns. Don’t you think that rather than making it obvious what goes in each bin they say more about the sponsor? If you have to read the small print then it is less likely to happen, make the message big and bold.
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Ateca sails in as SEAT gets tough
Common hazards that we need to pay particular attention to
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NY driver is aware that every time they get behind the wheel of their car that they are likely to encounter some kind of hazard, accident or incident during their journey from A to B. We are all too aware, that we live on a tourist island, so there are likely to be many other drivers on the roads who are not accustomed to road layouts, speed limits, etc., but we often forget to that there are many differing types of residents who do not drive due to illnesses, or children who of course cannot drive and we need to always be aware of these pedestrians at all times. Most of the state schools, although not the private ones strangely, are policed by the Policia Local at the beginning and end of the day. They perform duties that many of us would term as Lollipop ladies/men making sure that children can safely cross what are often very busy roads or intersections. Of late many town halls have installed barriers which are brought down and remain so through the school hours, in effect making the area surrounding the school a pedestrian only zone. Whilst this is a safety measure and commendable, many of those parents/childminders, friends etc. dropping off or collecting children are forced (or maybe choose) to park illegally, causing a potential hazard to other drivers and pedestrians. If you are approaching an area where there is a school you should be MORE aware of vehicles and pedestrians and the relevant speed limitations at these times and act accordingly. Zebra and pelican crossings can also cause a hazard to drivers, why you might ask? In the UK a zebra crossing normally has flashing yellow beacons on both sides of the road, which act as a warning that pedestrians may be around. Here in Spain they of course have a zebra crossing but without the warning beacons and all too often pedestrians will just walk out onto the crossing without looking and once they have put one foot on the crossing they become the priority and you must stop. Many don’t however and there are of course some near misses where pedestrian are left shaken by this, although in general unhurt.
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HE Spanish Armada has launched a major attack on the UK and its guns are blazing at Nissan’s Qashqai.
SEAT – the Spanish brand of the VW group – has drawn up battle plans to win sales in the ever-growing SUV market. And the company’s firstever SUV – the Ateca – charged into the UK last month. Motorists welcomed the compact SUV’s arrival, with more than 11,000 registering their interest in buying one ever before the Ateca reached the showrooms. That’s great news for SEAT bosses who this model as one of its most crucial cars ever. SEAT sales dipped in the UK last year mainly because of fewer sales in the sectors its models are in. It contested just 54 per cent of the UK market but a major offensive will see this rising to 80 per cent in 2017. Boosting this increased market coverage is the Ateca and a baby brother Arona model that will be launched next year. The Ateca arrived with a line-up of five trim levels – S, SE, First Edition (limited to 200 models), SE Technology and Xcellence. And with prices starting at £17,990, SEAT says it is taking the challenge to Qashqai with its undercut prices. Other rivals who could see sales captured include Renault Kadjar and Ford Kuga. There is a choice of five
The elderly or those with reduced mobility are the other pedestrians which we should all be aware of when driving. Take note wherever possible of those on the pavements and keep in mind that the elderly and infirm may need more time when crossing the road, for example when crossing at a junction controlled by light, the allotted time may not be enough for them to reach the other side safely in that time. Also be aware that these people may not have such good eyesight or hearing. engines – two petrol (1.0 TSI 115 and 1.4 TSI) and three diesel (1.6 TDI 115, 2.0 TDI 150 and 190). Four-wheel drive is available on the 2-litre models that also offer an auto transmission instead of the sixspeed manual on other versions. The newcomer has a striking, muscular appearance with its trapezoidal grille, side blisters with their sharp creases and roll bars. And build quality inside and out is the typical high standard expected in a VW group model. I sampled two of the models prior to them going on sale and reckon they ’re good enough to make SEAT a much stronger player in the UK. Interior room is good up front and in the back and I liked the high driving position. Entry level S comes with a five-inch touchscreen but above this you get an eight-inch colour touchscreen which was simple to use in the two SE models I had a spin in.
What impressed me most was the way the Ateca handled. I didn’t manage to sample all-wheel drive models or venture off the tarmac – just like the majority of SUV owners won’t – and found a lot to enjoy in this model. First up was the petrol 1.4 150ps and its performance was much more sharper than I was expecting. It proved to be nippy enough moving up through the gears and there was next to no wind noise sitting at maximum legal speed. This SE model has an impressive acceleration time of 8.5 seconds from zero to 62mph and with a stop speed of 125mph it cruised along smoothly on the motorways. Road grip was excellent and there was no roll when cornering at speed. Ride comfort was also good and the chassis set up offers four driving profiles – normal, sport, eco and individual. Four-wheel drive models add snow and off-road options
Parents with babies or toddlers in pushchairs can also be a hazard to drivers. They have to find what they consider a safe place but the design of the pushchairs means that the child is manoeuvred onto the road FIRST hence they are in the danger zone often before the parent has sufficient visibility. Of course as adults we too are at times potential hazards to drivers as we rush around, crossing roads from between parked cars, dustbins, crossing diagonally and generally not using the crossing areas set out. Not only are we creating a potential hazard to drivers but we are setting a bad example to children who are being taught road safety. In addition, whilst doing their job, police too often step out into the traffic flow, either to warn of a potential hazard further on, for a road check or to control traffic after an accident, however they too could be a potential hazard if the drivers are distracted for a moment.
as well as hill descent control. The 1.6 diesel 115ps – expected to be the most popular engine choice – didn’t have the same zest but didn’t lack mid-range power and was a good overall performer. While the petrol model is capable of achieving an excellent 53.3mpg average this diesel unit’s average is a whopping 656.7mpg The Ateca offers lots of versatility with its folding down seats and boot space is impressive at 510 litres – 80 litres more than Qashqai –
rising to 1,604 litres with rear seats folded. Standard features on these SE models include cruise control, electrically adjustable heated and folding door mirrors, rear parking sensors, Full Link smartphone connectivity, voice control and Bluetooth audio streaming, dualzone climate control, 17-inch alloy wheels, LED taillights and black roof rails. If you’re looking for a lot more the top-of-the-range Xcellence – priced from £23,850 - model’s features
include black leather upholstery, wireless phone charger, keyless entry, satnav, rear view camera, 18-inch Performance alloys wheels, chrome roof rails and window surrounds, chrome double exhaust pipes and full LED headlights. SEAT is a brand on the move and it’s in for a busy year following the arrival of this super value-for-money Ateca. An updated Leon is next in line with a fifth-generation Ibiza and the new SUV crossover Arona also coming in 2017.
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CURIOSITY CAN KILL
Protect your cat from common poisons T HERE’S a reason why cats are known for their curiosity and it can sometimes get them into trouble.
Mice and rat poison Rodenticides can be toxic for your cat, either by coming into contact with the poison directly or by eating a mouse that has been poisoned. If you have a pet, it’s much safer to find another way to get rid of your unwanted house guests.
Flea or tick products Spot-ons, flea collars, powders and shampoos are
a common cause of poisoning in cats. This is usually down to using a treatment that was meant for dogs, giving them the wrong dose or using two types of treatment together. It’s always better to buy your products from a vet but, if you do get a shop-bought product, make sure you follow the directions very carefully.
Lilies Even a dusting of pollen on a cat’s coat is enough to cause a reaction to many types of lily, including Easter, tiger and oriental lilies. Cat owners should avoid having lilies in the house. While most cats tend to ignore plants, kittens and indoor cats are more prone to chewing them so, if you have an indoor cat, you might want to consider avoiding houseplants all together.
Antifreeze If you use antifreeze make sure your cat is out of the way and store it safely and securely away from prying paws. Don’t
Lilies
While they are more careful eaters than dogs, they can be poisoned by licking things off their paws or coat, and common things around the house can be toxic. The way a cat’s body works is very different to humans, so you shouldn’t ever give your cat any drugs meant for people. Painkillers are particularly dangerous, especially paracetamol and ibuprofen. Although vets do sometimes prescribe human medicines for cats, the dosage is very complex so don’t try it at home.
forget to mop up any pools of spilled antifreeze so your cat won’t come into contact with it.
Paint remover Keep your cat out of the room when you’re using products like white spirit and turpentine and, if your cat does get paint on their fur, don’t try to take it off yourself – that’s a job for the vet!
Slug pellets If you want to get rid of slugs, it’s best to either use a non-toxic form of slug control or cover treated areas with
chicken wire so your cat can’t get to them.
Coal/tar-based products
This includes things like creosote and disinfectants that turn cloudy when mixed with water. Most diluted cleaning products are fine if the directions on the label are followed properly, but keep them out of the way to be on the safe side and contact your vet if your cat drinks a significant amount.
Onions
Onions contain a subs-
tance that can be toxic for cats and, even when it’s just used as flavouring in food, it can cause problems. Either way, onion or no onion, giving your cat scraps from the dinner table seems like a nice treat but they might not thank you later when they’re suffering from a poorly stomach. If you want to use treats, for example during training, stick to ones made especially for cats and remember that most treats are high in calories and fat.
Has my cat been poisoned? Common signs to look out for include: Staggering, shaking or other odd behaviour Red, raw, swollen or blistering skin, mouth, throat or paws Vomiting Dribbling Collapsing Difficulty breathing It’s possible that your cat may also have been poisoned if they go off their food for a day or more so it’s worth calling your vet for advice. Some illnesses, like kidney disease or severe gastroen-
teritis, can look like poiso-ning and both of these can have a sudden start. If in doubt, call the vet.
What should I do if I think my cat’s been poisoned? Most household products in small quantities aren’t that toxic but if your cat eats or comes into contact with anything unusual you should call your vet immediately. See if you can identify the culprit and have any packaging to hand so you can tell the vet exactly what the substance is. If you’ve seen your cat chewing something, take samples along to the vet and make a note of the time they ate it and any symptoms they’ve had. It’s best to wrap your cat in a towel or use a Buster collar if you have one so they can’t lick themselves in case the poison is on their fur. Don’t try to make your cat sick without asking the vet and never given them medicines designed for humans. If your cat is staggering or having a fit, clear obstacles out of the way and make the room dark and quiet.
...and here’s how to protect your horse too
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ITH some plants and trees being poisonous, and sometimes fatal, to horses, it’s important you know their names, can recognise them, and are aware of the places they may grow, so you can keep your horse safe. Here are the nine most common poisonous plants to watch out for…
Ragwort While ragwort has a bitter taste and is rarely eaten by horses when it is growing, when it is wilted or dried it becomes more palatable. This plant contains toxins that result in
liver failure and even death, so hay should not be made from fields containing ragwort. Eating just 1-5kg of the stuff over a horse’s life time may be fatal. Ragwort thrives on poor grazing and wasteland, and
each plant produces thousands of seeds that are dispersed widely by the wind. Local authorities have legal power to order land owners to clear land containing the weed, and a good guide to identifying it is available on the Defra website. It takes two years to fully grow and flower, from a dense rosette of leaves in the first year to producing bright yellow flowers on 30-100cm woody stems in the second. Ragwort thrives on poor grazing and wasteland, but each plant produces thousands of seeds that are dispersed widely by the wind. Ragwort should be controlled by good pasture management, the use of herbicides or manual control when it should be uprooted, removed, and burned. Spray it when the plant is at the rosette stage and don’t wait for the stem to appear. Mowing and cutting ragwort isn’t a good idea as it will make it grow back more quickly.
Foxglove
Horses will not normally eat fresh foxglove but it is more palatable in hay and just 100g could prove fatal. Symptoms of foxglove poisoning include, contracted pupils, convulsions,
breathing difficulties and death after only a few hours.
Deadly nightshade
Despite its name, poisoning from nightshade is not normally fatal to horses but can cause unconsciousness, dilation of the pupils and convulsions.
Buttercups
Buttercups are poisonous to horses if eaten fresh, but a horse would need to eat large amounts to die from eating them. Seek professional advice on spraying to remove from grazing areas. Dried buttercups are harmless in hay.
Acorns
Oak trees pose a particular threat to horses when they drop their acorns in the autumn. Acorns are relished by many horses and can lead to severe colic and poisoning if eaten in large quantities. Collect the acorns up, or move horses to a place without oak in the autumn.
Yew
Is common in gardens, and the fallen leaves and berries are as lethal to your horse as the fresh plant – so be careful of fallen leaves and berries
being blown into your field, even if the hedges are fenced off. Just 0.5kg can be fatal, with the horse falling into an insensitive state similar to sleep.
Privet
Is also common in gardens so be careful of neighbours hedges and the possibility of people dumping cuttings in the field. Box privet is the most dangerous, as eating even small quantities can kill a horse.
Rhododendron Very small quantities of this are highly toxic to horses, causing death by failure of the
respiratory system. Sycamore, maple and other acers This is known as seasonal as it is thought that the helicopter seeds in autumn, and the saplings in spring, contain HypoglycinA that causes atypical myopathy in horses. Find out more about atypical myopathy here. Symptoms include muscular stiffness, reluctance to walk, muscle tremors, swea-ting, depression, high heart rate, dark urine (reddish in colour). Your horse may appear weak and may have difficulty standing, breathing difficulties, but may still want to eat. Call your vet as quickly as you can.
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Rob Brydon hosts the award-winning comedy panel show with David Mitchell and Lee Mack as the lightning-quick team captains. Over the course of the show, celebrity guests reveal amazing stories about themselves, some of which are true and some of which are not. The aim of the game is to fool the opposition into mistaking fact for fiction and fiction for fact. This episode’s guests are Clara Amfo, Tom Davis, Shaun Ryder and Henning Wehn.
WOULD I LIE TO YOU? (QUIZ SHOW)
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AMERICAN PIE: THE WEDDING (FILM)
GOING BACK GIVING BACK (DOCUMENTARY)
21ST OCTOBER 22:40
The third instalment in the gross-out comedy series in which two of the East Great Falls High gang prepare for their perfect wedding, only for the inevitable outrageous events to unfold, including naughty maids, sexy female cops and embarrassing misunderstandings. Director: Jesse Dylan Starring: Jason Biggs, Seann William Scott, Alyson Hannigan, Eddie Kaye Thomas, Thomas Ian Nicholas, January Jones (STEREO, WIDESCREEN, SUBTITLES, AUDIO DESCRIBED, 2003, 15, 3 STAR)
20TH OCTOBER 17:00 MY KITCHEN RULES UK (COOKERY) It’s the turn of Ben and Dan, the ‘Barbecue Buddies’. The boys are workmates who promise to cook their three course restaurant standard meal on their barbecues outside. They have just seven hours to shop, prep and cook for their rival teams and the judges. Titled ‘Southern Smoke’, these boys are crazy about American-style barbecues with a Wild West twist. They’re serving up a meaty menu of homemade scotch eggs and devilled eggs, reverse seared tri tip steak and pineapple upside-down cake - all cooked on the barbecues. But with poor weather conditions, will the boys even get the fire started in time to cook their meaty feast? (SUBTITLES, 2013, 4 STAR)
As a nation, the UK is incredibly giving and Going Back Giving Back is born out of this generosity. Presenter Aled Jones will explore someone’s personal history to see how they can positively change the life of another. Aled goes back to London in the 1980s to hear how a successful footballer’s dreams turned to dust. Instead of giving up, he used his drive and ambition to help him achieve success in life. Aled introduces him to a young women who has also overcome challenges, but can he find a way to give something back with a gift that will change her life? episode 12.
CGI-animated series about a problem-solving racing truck and his best friend and driver AJ. Crusher and Pickle challenge Blaze and his friends to a sailboat race. But when he tries to cheat, Crusher accidentally crashes both ships onto a tropical island! Now Blaze and his crew must find the missing pieces of their ship so they can sail back home.
17TH OCTOBER 23:05 RED DRAGON (FILM)
Ten British children go on the biggest adventure of their lives, learning how to take on the great outdoors under the watchful eye of the world’s leading survival expert in the rugged mountains of Snowdonia in Wales. After a grim night camping out in a storm, the 12- to 15-year-olds face a massive further test of grit and determination as they attempt to climb the famous mountain Tryfan in appalling weather. Back in camp, rumours spread about romances among the young survivors. (STEREO, WIDESCREEN, SUBTITLES, AUDIO DESCRIBED, EPISODE 5)
15TH OCTOBER 08:05 BLAZE AND THE MONSTER MACHINES (CHILDRENS)
Thriller adapted from Thomas Harris’s first Hannibal Lecter novel about an FBI profiler called out of retirement to help catch a serial killer nicknamed the Tooth Fairy. The agent has the uncanny ability to project himself into the minds of his criminal prey, but the case forces him to confront his past and consult his former nemesis, the now-incarcerated Dr Hannibal Lecter. Director: Brett Ratner Starring: Anthony Hopkins, Edward Norton, Ralph Fiennes, Harvey Keitel, Emily Watson, Mary-Louise Parker
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WEDNESDAY 12TH OCTOBER 2016
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THURSDAY 13TH OCTOBER 2016
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Good Morning Britain Lorraine The Jeremy Kyle Show This Morning Loose Women ITV Lunchtime News ITV News London Judge Rinder Who’s Doing the Dishes? Tipping Point The Chase ITV News London ITV Evening News Emmerdale Tonight Emmerdale Paul O’Grady: For The Love of Dogs Paranoid ITV News at Ten and Weather ITV News London Exposure Murder, She Wrote Jackpot247 Tonight ITV Nightscreen
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FRIDAY 14TH OCTOBER 2016
TENERIFE NEWS 561 I TV GUIDE
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SATURDAY 15TH OCTOBER 2016
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Breakfast Saturday Kitchen Live James Martin: Home Comforts
TV chef James Martin shares the recipes he cooks in his own kitchen and explores every aspect of home cooking. Soul food to boost your mood and put a smile on your face. James cooks the ultimate fast food pizza and a decadent delight, chocolate éclairs. He is joined by special guest Michael Caines. 12:00 13:00 13:10 13:15 14:00 14:30 16:30 17:20 17:30 17:35 17:40 18:30 20:25
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Match of the Day The Andrew Marr Show Sunday Morning Live Sunday Politics Bargain Hunt BBC News Weather for the Week Ahead Homes Under the Hammer Escape to the Country Points of View The Great British Bake Off Books That Made Britain Songs of Praise Animal Babies BBC News Regional News Weather Countryfile Strictly Come Dancing Antiques Roadshow Poldark BBC News Regional News Weather Have I Got a Bit More News for You Film Midnight’s Children
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MONDAY 17TH OCTOBER 2016
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TUESDAY 18TH OCTOBER 2016
TENERIFE NEWS 561 I TV GUIDE
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Breakfast Rip Off Britain Homes Under the Hammer Claimed and Shamed The Sheriffs are Coming Bargain Hunt BBC News Regional News Doctors Decimate Escape to the Country Going Back Giving Back Flog It! Pointless BBC News Regional News The One Show EastEnders Holby City Ordinary Lies BBC News Regional News Weather Aberfan: The Fight for Justice The Age of Loneliness Weather for the Week Ahead BBC News
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WEDNESDAY 19TH OCTOBER 2016
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Breakfast Rip Off Britain Homes Under the Hammer Claimed and Shamed The Sheriffs are Coming Bargain Hunt BBC News at One Regional News and Weather Doctors Decimate Escape to the Country Going Back Giving Back Flog It! Pointless BBC News at Six Regional News and Weather The One Show BBC News and Regional News The Great British Bake Off The Missing BBC News at Ten Regional News and Weather BBC Weather A Question of Sport Anne Robinson’s Britain Weather for the Week Ahead
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Claimed and Shamed Going Back Giving Back Great British Menu Victoria Derbyshire BBC Newsroom Live The Daily Politics The Edge Hi-De-Hi! Yes, Prime Minister To the Manor Born Restoration Home One Year on Earthflight Antiques Road Trip Eggheads Strictly Come Dancing: It Takes Two Simply Nigella Great British Menu Coast: The Great Guide No Place to Call Home The Premier League Show Newsnight No Such Thing as the News Dominic Sandbrook: Let Us Entertain You Anne Robinson’s Britain
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Countdown King of Queens Everybody Loves Raymond Frasier A New Life in the Sun Ramsay’s Kitchen Nightmares USA Channel 4 News Summary Come Dine with Me Hoarder SOS Countdown Deal or No Deal Four in a Bed Come Dine with Me My Kitchen Rules UK The Simpsons Hollyoaks Channel 4 News Stand Up To Cancer Little British Isles with Alison Steadman Grand Designs It’s a Weird World Married at First Sight Ep1 Four to the Floor Embarrassing Bodies Trump v Clinton Live: Us Presidential Debate
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THURSDAY 20TH OCTOBER 2016
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FRIDAY 21ST OCTOBER 2016
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SATURDAY 22ND OCTOBER 2016
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Breakfast Saturday Kitchen Live James Martin: Home Comforts Football Focus BBC News; Weather Final Score BBC News BBC London News; Weather Pointless Celebrities Strictly Come Dancing
The battle for the Glitterball TRophy continues as Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman return to the Strictly Come Dancing ballroom for more dance-floor exhibitions. As ever, the 12 remaining couples each take to the floor in a bit to impress not only Len Goodman, Darcey Bussell, Bruno Tonioli and Craig Revel Horwood, but also the viewers at home, who will get a chance to have their say once the judges have delivered their verdict. 20:20 21:10 22:00 22:20 23:40
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Jo Brand presents a companion show to BBC One’s baking contest on which she is joined by three celebrity fans to discuss the good, the bad and the soggybottomed from each week’s episode. There is also unseen footage from the programme and an interview with the contestant who was eliminated on Wednesday.
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Horrid Henry Looped DC Super Hero Girls: Super Hero High Adventure Time ITV News Murder, She Wrote Judge Rinder ITV News and Weather Cash Trapped Puppy Secrets: The First Six Months Big Star’s Little Star Thunderbirds Are Go Ninja Warrior UK ITV News London ITV News and Weather Tipping Point Meet the Parents The X Factor The Jonathan Ross Show ITV News and Weather Carry on Cruising Jackpot247
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Channel 4 News Britain’s Ancient Tracks with Tony Robinson
Tony follows the Ridgeway from the Wiltshire Downs, through Berkshire and Oxfordshire, finally arriving on the banks of the Thames. Along the way, he visits a world-famous stone circle and explores an ancient burial chamber that is older than the pyramids, follows in the tracks of Celtic chariots, and discovers the story behind a white horse. 21:00 22:00 23:30 01:05
8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown Formula 1 Locke The Great Beauty
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Blaze and the Monster Noddy in Toyland Ben and Holly’s Little Kingdom Shimmer and Shine Peppa Pig Ben and Holly’s Little Kingdom Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Police Interceptors Nightmare Tenants, Slum Landlords Can’t Pay? We’ll Take It Away NCIS NCIS: New Orleans
Radio show DJ Kayla Anderson indirectly witnesses the murder of a US Navy captain when she hears him being shot dead over the phone during an on-air call. As the team investigates the first death, Kayla receives another call, this time from the shooter, indicating her life may be in danger too. 20:55 21:00 22:30 00:15
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SUNDAY 23RD OCTOBER 2016
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New York Giants v Los Angeles Rams (Kick-off 2.30pm). Coverage of the week seven match from Twickenham, where the NFC East and West teams face each other. This is the second of three games to take place in London this season, and the first to be staged at the home of English rugby union, which will host between three and five contests over the next three years. 19:00 22:00
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Horrid Henry Looped Thunderbirds Are Go Adventure Time ITV News Bear Grylls Survival Peston on SUnday Gino’s Italian Escape Chopping Block ITV News and Weather The X Factor Midsomer Murders
Barnaby and Scott investigate the apparent suicide of a solicitor rumoured to have been stealing money from clients. When rival lawyer Otto Benham is later found murdered in a bizarre manner, the detectives begin to suspect the two deaths may be related. 16:30 17:30 18:30 18:45 19:00 20:00 21:00 22:00
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Entertaining magic competition hosted by Jonathan Ross. Derek Hughes makes a believer out of a sceptic, Reuben Moreland is ready to roll the dice, Suzanne makes magic out of a mother’s love, and Jared Kopf demonstrates what happens when you try to pickpocket a magician. 20:05 20:55 21:00 22:00 22:05
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Breakfast Rip Off Britain Homes Under the Hammer Claimed and Shamed The Sheriffs are Coming Bargain Hunt BBC News Regional News Doctors Decimate Escape to the Country Going Back Giving Back Rio 2016: Parade of Heroes BBC News Regional News The One Show EastEnders Rio 2016: Parade of Heroes Highlights Paxman on Trump v Clinton: Divided America BBC News Regional News Weather Match of the Day 2 The Graham Norton Show Weather for the Week Ahead
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“Miss Sur” candidates line up for October 14th Adeje gala
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Four concerts in fifth Antique Music Festival
Photo by Gerard Zenou
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HE 23 aspiring candidates for “Miss Sur 2016” were presented at Siam Park in Costa Adeje.
The event took place at the “Kinnaree” where the girls themselves had the opportunity to experience the adrenaline rush of this attraction of pure vertigo. In addition to the young aspirants, those present included José Miguel Rodríguez Fraga, Mayor of Adeje, Sandro Pergola, organiser and director of the contest and Adolfo Alonso, councillor for culture of Adeje. The gala, whose origins date back to 2012, is being held for the fifth consecutive year in the municipality of Adeje. The event will take place on Friday, October 14th
in the Plaza de España (21:30) and there is free admission. The competition is included in the comprehensive programme of patronal festivities taking place until October 16th. The Mayor and the promoter both stressed that “Miss Sur” is not a a simple conventional beauty pageant, as the applicants have the opportunity to develop in different areas of communication, image and healthy lifestyles. It also promotes values such as respect, mutual support, empathy and teamwork. “Miss Sur” has been fully consolidated and has signifi-
cant support from private companies, as well as most public institutions in the south. Candidates come from the municipalities of Adeje, Arona, Santiago del Teide, Granadilla de Abona, San Miguel de Abona, Fasnia, Güimar and Candelaria. Those competing for the title are Katherine Rodríguez, Naomi Rodríguez, Victoria Padilla, Naomi Negrín, Tania Rodríguez, Yahaira Afonso, Silvia Torrubia, Alora Pop, Paula Pérez, Sofía Lu, Paola Peña, Claudia García, Kenya Del-gado, Tania Pérez, Andrea Barreiro, Luna Hibner, Ani Chinea, Brianna Foster, Carla Cubberley, Eva María Pérez, Sara Cogolludo, Leonora Dimitrova and Michelle Rodríguez.
Deadlines loom for Guia’s International Film Festival
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RGANISERS of the International Documentary Film Festival to be held in Guia de Isora from January 27th to February 4th are reminding would-be participants of two important deadlines. October 15th is the closing date for the official section whilst all budding producers wishing to submit entries for the funding market must do so by October 31st. The festival is intent on expanding its international presence with measures which have included a change of date ie January 27th to February 4th and the MiradasDoc Market on January 31st and February 1st. Registration of aspiring documentaries to be included in the official competition section can be made through the website www.miradasdoc.com
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HE Perez Galdos Theatre in Gran Canaria is celebrating the fifth anniversary of the Antique Music Festival.
The event is organised by the Auditorium Foundation and Theatre of Las Palmas with the cultural-musical association Magios. It takes place from October 13th to November 3rd and has the support of the Philharmonic Society of Las Palmas. There will be four concerts which will allow members of the audience to travel back in time without leaving their chair. The concerts are on October 13th with Los Músicos de Urueña, October 20th with Ministriles de Marsias, October 27th with Capilla Real de Las Palmas and November 3rd with Antiqva Ensemble and Federico Guglielmo. Tickets for these concerts are available Monday through Friday at the box office Teatro Perez Galdos, from 10:00 to 15:00 hours, at the box office Alfredo Kraus Auditorium, from 16:00 to 21:00 and until a few minutes before the start of the concerts in Teatro Perez Galdos; as well as on the websites www.teatroperezgaldos.es, www.auditorioteatrolaspalmasgc.es and www.entradas.com and on the phone 902 488 488.
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Patchwork exhibition in El Sauzal
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HE patchwork group, “Entre Telas e Hilos”, will be exhibiting their work in El Sauzal exhibition hall, opposite the town hall, from Thursday 27th October to Sunday 30th October.
The exhibition will be open as follows: Thursday and Friday, 11 am to 1.30 pm and 4pm to 8pm. Saturday and Sunday, 11am to 8pm “Entre Telas e Hilos” is a group of women who make wonderful patchwork quilts, wall hangings, cushions and bags plus many other items, by hand and by machine, in modern and traditional designs. Patchwork or “pieced work” is an art form which, as the name suggests, involves working withpieces of fabric; it’s like painting with fabric and dates back 5,000 years, having made its way from the Far East to the New World via Europe. The group have together made a quilt which will be raffled, with the profits being donated to the Casa de Acogida Madre Del Redentor, in El Sauzal. Tickets will be on sale during the exhibition and the draw will take place on Sunday 30th October at 7pm in the exhibition hall. For more information please contact Adriana Verheem at adrianaverheem@yahoo.es
The sections are for best feature, best short lilm and best opera premium in addition to the prize for best national documentary and best Canary documentary. Judges will be looking for sincere, heart-felt films narrating from the author’s point of view some social situation or pressing problem happening on the planet. The combination of these factors makes the films participating in MiradasDoc exceptional. Ten documentary projects seeking funding through the MiradasDoc Market will be chosen to participate in the
pitching; to have this option, producers must apply for registration before October 31st. Registration is handled through the website of the festival in the www.miradasdoc.com address (Market / Pitching tab). Entries from a variety of countries are invited, including Asia, Africa and Latin America. The first prize is a magnificent 3,500 euros to invest in the development phase of the draft and there will be four other prizes, all providing some sort of help in developing the documentary.
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ANTA Úrsula is inviting visitors to come and enjoy the best culinary preparations through its new “La Ruta de la Tapa”.
The initiative, through the council’s commerce department, started on October 7th but continues through to October 23rd. Twenty bars and restaurants are taking part ofering a tapas dish at 2.75 euros each with a
glass of wine, beer or soft drink. Customers will have access to a road book which will give information on each of the restaurants, bars and wineries involved. They can vote for the best
cover and thus may participate in the raffle for a cheque of 250 euros or win some breakfasts and dinners in several of the establishments taking part. The route will be available at the participating establishments and can be downloaded from the municipal website (www.santaursula.es). The businesses taking part are Pizzería-Arepera Bar Paraíso, Restaurante La Taguara, Bar Niros, Tasca Taller D. Diego Álvarez, Bodegón Nuevo Paso, Negramoll, Bodegón Mojo Picón, Bar Cafetería Los Parrales, Q’Tomás, Tasca Óliver, Bar Cafetería La Milagrosa, Auditorio Café Bar, Bodegón Casa Juan, la Chabola del Asturiano, Pizzería Mediterráneo, Tasca Restaurante El Valle, La Sartén, Tasca Gourmets, Capricho Café and Restaurante Guachinche El Pinito.
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OS Realejos has inaugurated its 2016-2017 artistic training courses with more than 1,100 students enrolled.
The local council has allocated 170,000 euros to finance Funcanorte and Afaver to continue the training catalogue of more than 40 disciplines. Councillors of culture and cultural promotion of Los Realejos, Isabel Socorro and Adolfo González respectively
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Fourth edition of El Rosario mushroom tapas route backed by Cabildo
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OR the first time, Tenerife Cabildo is to join forces with El Rosario council to organise the 2016 edition of the popular Mushroom Tapas Route. This will be the fourth year of the gastronomic delight which is growing each time and takes place during the months of November and December. The Cabildo’s councillor for agriculture, Jesús Morales announced their participation when he was joined by the Mayor, Escolástico Gil. Also present were president of the Association of Small and
announced the imminent start of the new courses. Entries are still being accepted and the numbers registered already exceed the level of previous years. Subjects include visual arts, dance, photography, mu-
sical instruments, creating video games, embroider y and traditional culinary creations in pastries and cocktails. “There is something for everyone and for all ages,” said Isabel Socorro. Funcanorte is the entity that co-manages the School of Music and Dance and Afaver does the same with the Artistic Schools of Los Realejos. The School of Music and Dance offers specialties such as music and movement, piano, violin, modern guitar, musical language, harmony and choirs. The Artistic School offers 22 choices, including visual arts, ballroom dancing, adult theatre, patchwork, creative pastry, yoga, video, film and TV and graphic design.
Medium Entrepreneurs of El Rosario (Apymeer), Ivana del Río and Quim Ferreira, director of local firm Quimpi. “It is the intention of the Cabildo to show our support for all initiatives that encourage the consumption of local products, such as the case of mushrooms, whose variety and quality is associated historically with areas such as La Esperanza in El Rosario,”
said Jesús Morales. He said the Cabildo would work hard on making the event a success and a promotion for the product. The Mayor said the aim was not only to encourage consumption but to turn the spo-
tlight on the wide range of catering establishments and restaurants in El Rosario who will be providing tapas of the best possible quality. It is hoped to have even more participants and visitors for this fourth edition.
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show inspired by the late British singer Amy Winehouse will take place on November 18th in Gran Canaria.
The English band Amy Lives Project will offer a concert at the Teatro Perez Galdos in Las Palmas at 9pm. This is a show which develops and expands the singer’s compositions, keeping their essence and performed by the original members of her band. Its director is Xantoné Blacq, keyboardist and vocalist. The team is completed by vocalist also Manuela Panizzo, guitarist Robin Banerjee, Dee Byrne saxophonist, trumpeter Tomasz Nowak, bassist Dale Davis and finally drummer Nathan Allen. Amy Lives Project is flying in directly from UK to offer a show with a mixture of the familiar and the new, fresh arrangements and classical and from the era when Amy Winehouse was at her height. The keys to this spectacle are sincerity, originality and the connection behind the spirit of the music of Amy Winehouse, says the band. Tickets for this concert can be purchased Monday through to Friday at the box office Alfredo Kraus Auditorium from 16:00 to 21:00, at the Teatro Perez Galdos box office, from 10:00 to 15:00 hours, and until a few minutes before the show at the venue in which the event takes place; as well as on the websites www.auditorioteatrolaspalmasgc.es, www.auditorio-alfredokraus.com and www.entradas.com, or on the phone 902 488 488.
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Art in Arona Town Hall
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“Prohibited Sounds” for Autumn jazz J OSE Alberto Medina & The Jose’s will present ‘Prohibited Sounds’ in the Auditorio Alfredo Kraus in Las Palmas on October 15th.
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RONA Town Hall has been turned into an art room until the end of November.
The work of 14 prominent artists is on show, bringing together painting in various mediums, as well as sculptures. The opening of the exhibition was marked with a show of music and dancing in the plaza del Cristo de la Salud. The activities were part of the programme of events for the festivals of Arona 2016 in honour of Santísimo Cristo de la Salud and Nuestra Señora del Rosario. The art exhibition involves people born or living in Arona who, during the reception, held a masterclass for all those interested to explain their techniques and discuss pictorial and sculptural trends. The Mayor, José Julián Mena, said: “Arona is not only
sun and beach, Arona is culture, tradition, art, creativity. Values that embody these artists from different cities who have chosen our town to live and develop their work. We are committed to culture in all its facets and this is another opportunity to bring to other parts of the municipality the best artistic creations in the south of the island. “ The artists are Juan Carlos Sánchez Lezcano, Ariam Lázaro Pérez Barrios, Carlo Forte , Yamil Omar Walls, Juan Martín Sánchez, Sonia Delgado (Sonieta), José Manuel Encinoso Reverón, Heriberto Tapia, Juan Antonio Correa Reverón, Sergio Linares Velasco, Maijo González Marrero, Argelia Mª Bello Hernández and the brothers Raúl and Carlos Ortega.
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OS Realejos has decided to go back in time for its 2017 Carnival.
The theme of ‘20’al Carnaval’ has just been chosen for next year ’s festivities to encompass the era of the 1920s, the era of the cabaret, gangsters and art deco. The carnival will begin on February 19th, 2017 with the
opening proclamation. The programme will include the main traditional events such as child and adult galas, Carnival Day and the burning of the gardener. There will also be the traditional competitions for the musical groups.
The concert is at 9pm in the Sala Jerónimo Saavedra and is part of Autumn Jazz. It will feature guest collaborations from Cristina James, Rebecca Mora, Mayiia, José Angel Vera, Kike Perdomo, Javier Infante and Alan Sousa. The pianist’s new album “Prohibited Sounds” is set to surprise the audience with new compositions and different visions where the ma-
turity of each of the musicians is reflected. In the first part of the concert the audience will hear a classical trio led by the sonority of José Alberto Medina piano, well accompanied by the warmth of the electric bass by José Carlos Cejudo and electronic additions of Jose Victor Gonzalez on drums. The second part of the concert will completely ch-
ange the course through the participation of guest artists. They will present arrangements of versions of other
Patronal festivities in Santa Úrsula Festivities got under way on Tuesday, October 11th with a programme dedicated in honour of Our Lady the Virgin of the Rosary and St. Ursula. The opening events included the reading of the official proclamation and the presentation of the candidates for Queen of the Fiesta, the first Dame and Mister Infantil 2016. This year ’s budget of 68,000 euros is very similar to that of last year and there has been great help from all sections of the community. For example, residents have helped to stage an
artists or themes. It will be an evening with rhythmic influences of African, jazz, funk and folk.
WARM WELCOME exhibition on the 60th anniversary of the election of the first Queen of the Festival. There is also a traditional craft fair on October 12th from 10am in la Rambla Doctor Pérez, the gala of the Primera Dama ay 8pm on October 13th and the crowning of the Gala Queen on the 14th. There will also be a sports fair on October 15th from 10am in the Plaza de Santa Úrsula and the 14th Milla Urbana at 4pm on Avenida de Las Palmeras. Full information is available on www.santaursula.es
S Beethoven in Santa Cruz B ANTA Úrsula is embarking on its patronal fiesta and is looking forward to welcoming a large crowd of all ages and all nationalities.
EETHOVEN was the composer of the evening in the Auditorium on Friday the 7th inaugurating the new concert season with the Tenerife symphony orchestra under the baton of Michal Nesterowicz.
The overture Coriolanus opened the evening. Inspired by Collin´s play (not Shakespe-are), the music first repre-sents Coriolanus´ war-like tendencies (he is about to invade Rome) and then the pleadings of his mother not to do it. She prevails, yet Coriolanus takes his life at the end. The tensions between his stormy, rebellious nature and then the gentler second part were well conveyed by the orchestra, in a perfor-mance that was brisk and exciting. Beethoven´s second piano concerto -played by Francois-Frédéric Guy - followed. The cadenza at the end of the first movement was the highlight, but apart from that the orchestra and pianist did not do anything outré. What was also special was the encore, a lively rendition of the third movement of the Pathetique sonata. The evening concluded with Beethoven´s 8th symphony. The performance was technically secure, at times compelling and ebullient, with a notable delicacy in its finale.
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Your dining experience around our restaurants
Harriet’s
English Tea Room
Brunelli’s Steakhouse
The Oriental
Los Cristianos (new) & Fañabé
Puerto de la Cruz
Puerto de la Cruz
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.
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.
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 922 062 600 In front of Loro Parque Puerto de la Cruz www.brunellis.com
For reservations call 922 381 400 Avda. Richard J. Yeoward, 1 Puerto de la Cruz ( Hotel Botánico) www.hotelbotanico.com/service/el-oriental
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
The Oyster Catcher
La Parrilla
II Pappagallo
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
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.
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.
For reservations call 922 381 400 Avda. Richard J. Yeoward, 1 Puerto de la Cruz ( Hotel Botánico) www.hotelbotanico.com/service/la-parrilla
For reservations call 922 381 400 Avda. Richard J. Yeoward, 1 Puerto de la Cruz ( Hotel Botánico) www.hotelbotanico.com/service/il-pappagallo
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Bobby’s Indian Tandoori Take-away and delivery now available!
Tipsy Terrace
Puerto Santiago, Costa del Silencio & Playa de las Américas
Los Gigantes
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)
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.
For reservations call 922 868 432 Los Gigantes Sports & Gardens Calle Hibisco 4, Los Gigantes www.tipsyterrace.net
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Restaurante Magnolia Puerto de la Cruz Restaurante Magnolia has come a long way, starting life as a small intimate restaurant with an outdoor terrace to the finished article we see today, with the terrace now covered and well spaced tables inside. The kitchen is open plan and creates the most wonderful national and international dishes with an extensive menu of fish, shellfish, lamb, steaks, pastas. This venue is always busy and customers are full of praise for the Restaurante Magnolia as one of the finest places to eat on the island. The quality and service certainly stands out and the cost is very reasonable indeed. They are open every day from 13:00 - 16:00 and 19:00 to 23.30.
For reservations call 922 385 614 Avda. Marqués de Villanueva del Prado s/n Puerto de la Cruz www.restaurantemaganolia.com
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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Tressardi
Mamma Rosa
Aromas de la India
Puerto de la Cruz
Playa de las Américas
Puerto de la Cruz
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.
For those of you who love a good Indian restaurant, “ Aromas de la India” have recently opened in Puerto de la Cruz. The food here is amazing. They have a great variety of Indian dishes: many starters, Tandoori mains, mild curries, hot dishes, sizzler chef ’s specials, Biryani, vegetarian dishes as well as the chef’s specials which go from a traditional curry to: Saag, Pathia, Jalfrezi, Balti, Dansik, etc...a great experience for your senses. The restaurant has become very popular in a short time so we suggest you reserve a table. You will feel very comfortable in their restaurant. It is located in the centre of Puerto de la Cruz. It is not difficult to find as it is on the street below the Hospiten clinic. Come along adn enjoy a wonderful meal, you will for sure repeat your visit!
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: Sunday to Thursday: 15:00 -23:00 pm / Wednesday closed Friday & Saturday : 15:00 - 24:00 pm For reservations call 922 382 056 Calle Aceviños, La Paz, Puerto de la Cruz
For reservations call 922 794 819 Avda. Santiago Puig, Apartamentos Colón 2 Playa de la Américas www.mammarosa.com / mammarosa@mammarosa.com
For reservations call 822 902 838 Calle Agustín de Betancourt, 25 Puerto de la Cruz
Bar El Pincho
Sook
Restaurante Gom
Las Vistas, Los Cristianos
Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz
At Bar El Pincho you can enjoy good prices, good food, good service and a fantastic view of the ocean. They are winning fans because of the friendly staff you encounter and the delicious Spanish tapas. They have a great offer, a combination of tapas for two for only 9.50 euros. There is also a wide selection of main plates, such as steak, chicken and fish, all cooked with love and the best ingredients they can find. Do try their fantastic cocktails which they always try to improve. Try also the special dishes from the north of the island and the drinks. Reservations can be done between 10:30 to 20:00pm
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.
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 649 431 110 Paseo Las Vistas, Los Cristianos www.barelpincho.com
Avda. 3 de Mayo, 3 Santa Cruz Tel.: 922 294 500 www.hoteles-silken.com
For reservations call 922 276 058 Calle Dr. Guigou,29 Santa Cruz www.hoteltaburiente.com
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Vitamin B6 Preventing heart disease
What is it?
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ITAMIN B6 occurs naturally in poultry, fish, pork, cereals, eggs, vegetables and fruit. It is also widely available as a dietary supplement.
What are the benefits?
Vitamin B6, also known as pyridoxine hydrochloride, is essential for the metabolism of protein by the body, and the proper functioning of the nervous system and the immune system. It is also involved in the synthesis of hormones and red blood cells. More than one million people take vitamin B6 to fight stress and increase energy. B6 has also used in conjunction with magnesium to treat the behavioural problems of autism.
What are the risks? However, scientists have found that long term use of high doses may affect the sensory nervous system leading to loss of sensation in the hands and feet and permanent nerve damage (‘sensory neuropathy’).
What are the recommendations? Men should ingest 2mg daily and women 1.6mg. People on a high protein diet with no leafy green vegetables or cereals, and those who drink heavily need more B6. The current recommended MAXIMUM daily allowance for adults, pregnant and breast feeding women and the elderly is 4mg/ day. Scientific studies have
shown that B6 can be dangerous in very high doses. One study suggested that long term use of doses of 500 times the recommended daily level may cause damage to the nervous system. Women taking 20007000mg a day (2-7g/day) to help combat PMT developed a sensory neuropathy. A second study found adverse effects in humans from ingesting a dose as low as 50mg a day, although there are question marks over the methods used in this investigation. The government planned in 1997 to limit the sale of over-the-counter B6 to 10mg doses, with a doctor’s prescription needed for larger amounts. A group of 218 scientists and doctors sent a letter to all MPs claiming that B6 was safe at daily doses of up to 200mg, and that no significant health problems have emerged despite several decades of widespread use. More than 100,000 letters were also sent to MPs by consumers complaining about the government decision, and a lobby group called Consumers for Health Choice has spearheaded a campaign of opposition. The government launched a prolonged consultation period but high strength formulations (more than 50mg B6) are still available for direct purchase in the UK.
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HERE are several ways you can help reduce your risk of developing coronary heart disease (CHD), such as lowering your blood pressure and cholesterol levels. A low-fat, high-fibre diet is recommended, including plenty of fresh fruit and vegetables (five portions a day) and whole grains. You should limit the amount of salt you eat to no more than 6g (0.2oz) a day because too much salt will increase your blood pressure. Six grams of salt is about one teaspoonful. There are two types of fat: saturated and unsaturated. You should avoid food containing saturated fats because these will increase your cholesterol levels. Foods high in saturated fat include meat pies, sausages and fatty cuts of meat, butter, ghee (a type of butter often used in Indian cooking,) lard, cream, hard cheese, cakes and biscuits
and foods that contain coconut or palm oil. However, a balanced diet should include a small amount of unsaturated fat, which will help reduce your cholesterol levels. Foods high in unsaturated fat include oily fish, avocados, nuts and seeds and sunflower, rapeseed, olive and vegetable oils. You should also try to avoid too much sugar in your diet, as this can increase your chances of developing diabetes, which is proven to dramatically increase your chances of developing CHD.
Be more physically active
Combining a healthy diet with regular exercise is the best
JOINT PROBLEMS
Gout attacks can return
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OU may have heard someone saying there are suffering from gout but what is it exactly?
The most common symptom is sudden and severe pain in the joint, along with swelling and redness. The joint of the big toe is usually affected but it can develop in any joint. Gout is actually a type of arthritis, in which crystals of sodium urate produced by the body can form inside joints. Symptoms can develop rapidly to their worst point in six to 24 hours and usually last for three to ten days (this is sometimes known as a gout attack). After this time, the joint will start to feel normal again and any pain or discomfort should eventually disappear completely.
Most people with gout will have further attacks in the future. Factors which increase your risk of gout include age and gender (gout is more common when you get older and is threeto-four times more likely in men), being overweight or obese, having high blood pressure or diabetes, having close relatives with gout (gout often runs in families), having long-term kidney problems that reduce the elimination of uric acid, a diet rich in purines (such as frequently eating sardines and liver) and/or drinking too much beer or spirits – these types of alcoholic drinks contain relatively high levels of purines.
way to maintain a healthy weight. Regular exercise will make your heart and blood circulator y system more efficient, it will lower your cholesterol level and also keep your blood pressure at a healthy level.
Keep to a healthy weight Your GP or practice nurse can tell you what your ideal weight is in relation to your build and height. Alternatively, find out what your BMI (body mass index) is by using a BMI calculator.
Give up smoking If you smoke, giving up will reduce your risk of developing CHD. Smoking is a major risk factor for developing atherosclerosis (furring of the arteries). It also causes the majority of cases of coronary thrombosis in people under the age of 50.
Reduce your alcohol consumption If you drink, stick to recommended guidelines. The recommended daily amount of alcohol for men is three to four units a day and two to three units for women. Always avoid binge drinking.
Keep your blood pressure under control You can keep your blood pressure under control by eating a healthy diet low in saturated fat, exercising regularly, and if required, taking the appropriate medication to lower your blood pressure. Your target blood pressure should be below 140/ 85mmHg. If you have high blood pressure, ask your GP to check your blood pressure regularly.
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Men get eating disorders too Do you have an eating disorder or know someone who does, perhaps a friend or a member of your family?
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Eating disorders are a serious mental illness affecting 1.6 million people in the UK. beat provides helplines for adults and young people, online support and a UK-wide network of self-help groups to help people beat their eating disorder. Eating disorders are illnesses that are generally believed to affect women rather than men. However, with more men now contacting beat than in the past this raised the question of what treatment and services are available for them. beat therefore commissioned a review of specialist health care provision across the UK for men with eating disorders. The overall findings identified a number of issues for men. Gender and sexual orientation are significant factors. Approximately 10% of people with eating disorders are men and approximately 20% of men with eating disorders identify as gay, which is double the proportion of gay men in the population. It is clear that the general lack of recognition of eating disorders in men makes it more difficult for them to access specialist eating disorder services. Their problems are less likely to be recognised and diagnosed by professionals including GPs and psychiatrists and therefore their illness may be well established before treatment is offered. Men find it hard to acknowledge they have an eating disorder and then to seek help. For example, weight loss is more likely to be attributed to physical causes rather than to psychological ones. Whether you are a man or a woman, you can contact beat for help on www.beat.com
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ITH the passing of time, more clinics around Europe are getting interested in a product developed and patented in the Canary Islands, the ArtOn 4®. On the most recent occasion, three professionals from the UK visited Tenerife to learn how to practise this brand-new technique in their country. ArtOn 4® is a revolutionary solution to replace a failing denture using four, six or eight implants and a screwed prosthesis in less than 24 hours. The team responsible for this invention run a dental clinic in El Puerto de la Cruz, Artedental, where they have created this family of dental treatments called ArtOn Systems. Since they started the clinical stays to spread these implant solutions, different specialists from Europe have visited the island to research this technique. Doctors Rajan Sharma, Shivani Sharma and Sanjeev Kapadia have their clinics in Reading and London, where they have already started practising the ArtOn Systems solutions after their stay in Tenerife a couple of weeks ago. The clinical stay in Artedental is thought for professionals who want to learn these innovative prosthetic solutions and turn their clinics
into authorised centres to practise them as if they were authorised distributors. According to Dr. Kapadia: “The main reason why I came to ArtOn Systems clinical stay was that I wanted to provide my patients with a full set of treatment options, for patients with failing dentition”. With this solution, also practised here in Tenerife, “I can give my patients a full bridge, a fixed result, from having no teeth to having a full and definitive set of teeth in 24 hours”. The advantage of having a complete and definitive prosthesis in just 24 hours is what makes this treatment a complete revolution. Usually, when having a problem that requires the replacement of the full arch, the patient must wait around six months to wear the definitive screwed prosthesis. However, Artedental’s team has managed to find a solution in less than 24 hours, a fundamental change that dentists have understood as a remarkable opportunity for patients. “ArtOn 4® is most certainly a revolutionary option”, states Dr. Kapadia. “In the UK, we have a huge population with
poor or failing teeth, and I think the ArtOn 4® is perfect because it gives us the ability to transform a failing dentition into a fixed restoration within a daytime”. According to Dr. Sharma, “The benefits of this particular system is that the patient can come in the morning with a failing dentition that you really have no hope in the long term, and within the day they can leave with a full bridge, which aesthetically looks good, and made of a material repairable if there is any problem. The downtime for patients is
much less than some of the other systems that there are in the implant industry currently”. Dr. Victor Cubillo, coinventor of this solution and co-founder of ArtOn Systems, assures the clinical stays also have an extra incentive for professionals and patients: “ You can experience the advantages of this new solution in an astonishing environment, one of the first touristic destinations in Spain and, at the same time, enjoying a great weather and fantastic landscapes”. Af ter the surger y and
thanks to the impressions, the dental technician works tirelessly until he achieves the perfect structure and customization for the prosthesis, made of titanium and composites. Artedental’s master technician, Volker Samrei, stays present during the whole process to create later the most accurate prosthesis. “I was blown away by his expression, eccentricity, his passion for this particular work. I was really astonished, not just from the technical point of view, but also from the way that he interacts
clinically with the patient. I think that he being there reassures me as a clinician”, Dr. Sharma explains. Both Sharma and Kapadia “highly recommend this course to professionals who are head to advance in dentistry, as well to patients from the UK who will benefit from this”. This clinical stays are called ArtOn Training, and their main target is to provide patients suffering failing dentures with an aesthetic, fast and permanent solution. No matter the countr y where they were born.
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ELCOME back to our ‘swallows’ who will be returning any time now if they haven’t already done so ! We hope that you have enjoyed your stay in the UK, or wherever else you have visited this summer, and we hope that you will participate in the future events which we have planned for the coming months. The English Library presents a talk by Ken Fisher on ‘The Tales of Early Settlers in Tenerife , Part Two’. This is a continuation of his talk last year, and will commence at 12 noon on Thursday 17th November, and will be followed by a buffet lunch for the price of 8 euros inclusive of wine and/or refreshments. Numbers are limited, so please book at the Treasurer’s desk if you would like to attend. And on the subject of booking at the Treasurer’s desk, don’t leave it too late to leave your names for our Christmas Lunch at the Hotel Masaru as is customary. This will be held on Thursday 15th December and the price of 16 euros is inclusive of drinks. Our Christmas Raffle will be drawn on Saturday 12th December, and we will be very pleased to receive donations of prizes. Holidaymakers and visitors to the Island are welcomed at the library during our opening times on Monday and Friday from 15.00 to 17.30 and on Wednesday and Saturday mornings from 10.00 to 13.00 hours. We can also be contacted on Facebook, TripAdvisor, or on our website ‘theenglishlibrary.es’. Our telephone number is 922 38 30 98.We are situated in the Taoro Park, Puerto de la cruz. The following books are from the Richard and Judy Autumn Collection:
Orphan by Gregg Hurwitz
as a scandalous divorcée; from the spectacular beauty of the Kenyan landscape to the manicured lawns of Nairobi’s Muthaiga Club. Dazzlingly beautiful, brave, passionate and reckless, Beryl is an unforgettable heroine, whose tragic loss in love compels her to pursue her own dream - of flight , and freedom.)
LEISURE YOUR HOROSCOPE WWW.ASTROLOGY-ONLINE.COM ARIES (Mar. 21- April 20) Try not to be so demonstrative. Your relationship is undergoing some changes. You can certainly gain popularity; however, don’t do it by paying for everyone else. TAURUS (Apr. 21- may 21) You may be out of sor ts if you have been extravagant or have let children or friends take advantage of you financially. Voice your opinions and contribute to the debate. Don’t allow someone to do a job that was designated specifically for you. GEMINI (May 22-June 21) You will feel tired and rundown if you have allowed yourself to get into a financial mess. Uncer tainty regarding your mate may emerge; reevaluate what you see in each other. Be careful when dealing with investments. CANCER (June 22-July 22) You’ll have great insight. You should consider getting into self improvement endeavors. Take time to explain your intentions to loved ones.
LEO (July 23-Aug 22) For now just do the best you can. Be prepared to meet new lovers through colleagues. You may have problems with skin, bones, or teeth if you haven’t been taking proper care of yourself.
VIRGO (Aug. 23 -Sept. 23)
The Forgetting Time by Sharon Guskin
Friends from your past may come back into your life. Restrictions may be difficult for you to live with. You may make someone else look bad.
LIBRA (Sept. 24 -Oct. 23)
‘Do you need my help?’ It was the first question he asked. They called him when they had nowhere else to turn. As a boy, Evan Smoak was taken from an orphanage. Raised and trained in a top-secret programme, he was sent to bad places to do things that the government denied ever happened. Then he broke with the programme, using what he had learned to vanish. Now he helps the desperate and deserving. But someone’s on his tail. Someone who knows his past and believes that the boy once known as Orphan X must die....
Circling The Sun by Paula McLain She was a daughter of Edwardian England, transplanted to Kenya as a young girl by parents who dreamed of life on an African farm. But by the time that Beryl Markham was sixteen, that dream had fallen apart. Catapulted into a disastrous marriage, she emerged from its wreckage with one idea: to take charge of her own destiny. (Circling The Sun takes us from the brittle glamour of the 1920’s Happy Valley set fuelled by gin and adultery, to the loneliness of life
relationships start to mount, Fran’s life begins to spiral out of control. What is she hiding from the police about her marriage, and does she really know the man she shared her bed with?
The Ballroom by Anna Hope
You will be a real chatterbox today. Take on positions that offer on the job training or pay for courses related to the business. You can take advantage of opportunities if you are quick to make a move. SCORPIO (Oct. 24 - Nov. 22) Time to deal with institutional environments, government agencies, and matters of a private nature today. Make changes regarding your friendships. Romantic encounters will develop through group activity.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23 -Dec. 21) Your boss may be pushy. Jealousy may get in the way of a good relationship. You like to stay busy and now is your chance to do just that.
Noah is a little boy who knows things he shouldn’t and remembers things he should have forgotten. Because as well as being a fouryear-old called Noah, he remembers being a nine-year-old called Tommy. He remembers his house. His family. His mother. And now he wants to go home. Two boys. Two mothers. One forgettable story...
CAPRICORN (Dec 22.- Jan. 20) Insincere gestures of friendliness are likely to occur. Look out for yourself today. Be careful not to hurt someone’s feelings.
AQUARIUS (Jan. 21 -Feb. 19)
The Loving Husband by Christobel Kent Fran Hall and her husband Nathan have moved with their rwo children to a farmhouse on the edge of the fens - a chance to get away from London and have a fresh start. But when Fran wakes one night to find Nathan gone, she makes a devastating discovery. As questions about her husband and her
1911 : Inside an asylum at the edge of the Yorkshire moors, where men and women are kept apart by high walls and barred windows, there is a ballroom, vast and beautiful. For one bright evening every week, they come together and dance. When John and Ella meet, it is a dance that will change two lives for ever.
Overindulgence may be a problem. Disharmony in your relationship may cause minor ailments. Matters pertaining to your home environment will be favorable if you are direct.
PISCES (Feb. 20-Mar. 20) Find an outlet for any mounting frustration. Consider a creative hobby. You are apt to meet someone special on your journey. Someone is trying to pull the wool over your eyes, and if you’re gullible, it may cost you.
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Five more sporting offers for El Rosario
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RANADILLA council is undertaking a municipal action plan on sports facilities.
Football fields, the Canary wrestling arena and
sports centres are the beneficiaries of a comprehensive
set of maintenance and improvement actions that have already been underway for weeks. The work is being carried out by municipal staff so that greatly reduces the economic outlay faced by the municipal coffers. The tasks consist mainly of painting, perimeter fencing, damp proofing, general plumbing and electricity work among other things. Councillor for sport, Nacho Mendoza Morales said the aim was to carry out various actions in each of the districts to “provide the
optimal conditions for the proper use of spaces for sports.” The plan includes the football fields at Granadilla, Charco del Pino, San Isidro, El Médano and Los Abrigos; the baseball camp in Los Abrigos; the fight club in ‘El Pollito de la Barriada’ in San Isidro and the sports centres of La Mata and in the centres of El Salto and Chimiche among others. The council says part of the plan is now completed but work will continue on a rolling basis until all the targets have been achieved.
EMOTIONAL CEREMONY
Chimiche pays tribute to football T HE cultural centre of Chimiche hosted an emotional ceremony with the celebration of the first Memorial Antonio Manuel Oramas Chávez ‘Toni’, one of the best goalkeepers in the village’s history.
The local football club was founded in 1975 and is the oldest in Tenerife. A large audience gathered at the premises, including relatives and friends of the athletes. It was also attended by the Mayor, Jose Domingo Gonzalez Regalado; the councillor for sports, Sara Cano Delgado, and other municipal representatives. The Mayor highlighted the work of ‘Toni’ on the first anniversary of his death, and the role he played since 1993 towards this sport which has placed the club at the top of the municipality, as well as encouraging the youth to keep him as a reference. This sports season 2016-2017, more than 50 athletes will represent the club Chimiche in the categories of infantile, cadet, junior and senior.
L Rosario is expanding its range of sporting activities with five new disciplines.
Rhythmic gymnastics, figure skating, cheerleading and the return of football and archer y add to grassroots football, volleyball, badminton and taekwondo. The range of sporting activities offered by the local council began on October 3rd and are held outside school hours. They are mainly aimed at the children and young people of El Rosario who now have a greater range of sports
in which they can invest their leisure time. Venues are the Maximino Bacallado football camp, La Esperanza sports pavilion and the municipal pavilion of El Chorrillo. Those interested in enrolling in any of these sports should contact the sports department of El Rosario al 922 01 01 60 Ext. 1004 or send an email to deportes@ayuntamientoelrosario.org
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Santa Cruz athlete has been praised for her outstanding achievements in rhythmic gymnastics.
Leticia Batista was warmly praised by the Mayor, José Manuel Bermúdez after she was proclaimed champion of Spain of Rhythmic Gymnastics in the First Division, in the form of ring in the championships held in late June in Guadalajara. The event, held at the headquarters of City Hall, was also attended by the councillor for sports, Veronica Meseguer, and the coach of Club Batistana of Tenerife, Jackeline Batista.
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Cheerleaders eye Prague after Spanish successes BLUE CHEATERS
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HEERLEADERS from Santiago del Teide have achieved outstanding success in the Spanish championships despite being formed just a year ago.
The Guepardos Azules or Blue Cheaters consist of 19 girls and young women aged between eight and 18. They recently took part in the fourth Spanish Championships and International Cheerleaders and Dancers in Barcelona and won four championships in four different modalities and two sub-championships. In the junior category, the team won first place in the categories of “Dance in pompoms” and “Routine Cheerleaders” while in the senior category, there were wins in “Jazz Lyrical” and “3rd Level Cheerleaders “. Within this senior category, they also achieved the runnerup in “Dance in pompoms” and “Hip-Hop”. This discipline was only incorporated to the munici-pal sports invigoration programme last October and so gave little time to instructor, Maria Sol Benedict. The next challenge is the European Championships to be held in Prague in 2017.
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AN Juan de la Rambla is organising a series of artistic and sports extracurricular classes aimed at students of primary schools in the municipality.and is inviting registrations.
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SIDRO Aguiar and Jane Wickham were the winners of the ninth meeting of the Veterans of La Laguna.
About 240 athletes took part in the Santísimo Cristo Festival under the organisation of Cea Tenerife 1984. The event was held over two days and saw various challenges, including the 100 metres, relay and pole vault. The second day was
particularly spectacular with records broken and great performances, with the whole festival rounded off with the awards ceremony. Thanks were extended to everyone who had helped to organise the event, described by all as “magnificent”.
These classes, taking place from Monday to Friday, will be developed in the centres themselves and occasionally at the municipal sports pavilion. The programme is aimed at all age to foster the development of both physical and mental abilities of students. The classes include various sporting discplines as well as artistic ones. As a new innovations, students will come together at some stage to foster sharing and friendships. This activity will take place once a month. “The idea is to create joint activities that unify leisure, twinning and coexistence of both schools and the different educational levels,” a council spokesman explained. Registration will close at 15 euros per month per student. All information can be obtained both in the centers and the Office of Culture and the municipal offices of San Juan.
GALA NIGHT
Sporting awards as Puerto reinstates its annual ceremony
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UERTO de la Cruz has been honour ing sporting success with the return of its annual gala following an absence of a few years.
The diver Francis Perez, the player of UD Tacuense, Raquel Gil Viera and fencer Yurena Cintado Fumero were the winners in the individual category. The Martianez Swimming Club and Tenerife Marlins Puerto de la Cruz were the winners in the women’s and men’s category respectively. Talent and effort shone in all their glory as guests gathered for the honours for the 2015 season. The Sala Timanfaya assembled a large cast of athletes and relatives of Puerto de la Cruz and the enthusiasm and excitement was palpable. The committee also wanted to reward and recognise the work of organisations and individuals, both for their sporting career and for their support in contributing significantly in the Puerto sport. Thus, José del Castillo Rodriguez received the Sports Legend Award; Nestor
Perez Suarez, Sports Achievement Award; Aqualia, the award for collaborating company; and El Dia, recognising the media. The gala also unveiled the sport mascot Deportín, after holding a contest among schools in the resort town. Contest winners were Minerva López and Ithaisa Álvarez. The council praised the “professionalism, talent, effort and dedication of each and every one of the clubs, athletes and family members who make up the great family of portuense sport”. The Mayor, Lope Afonso echoed these sentiments and pledged continue support for Puerto sport.
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FOREX NEWS: Pound takes a beating on Hard Brexit fears Luke Trevail, a currency exchange specialist at forex brokers TorFX, looks at the factors driving the pound’s exchange rate this week.
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HE value of payments outstanding to Com munities of Owners around Spain has de clined for the first time since the financial crisis of 2008, reveals a new report.
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HE pound has crashed this week. To a multiyear low across the board. Sadly, the pound has traded as low as €1.0890 today after recovering from the abnormal overnight flash crash in Asia which pummelled the pound to as low as €1.05 before immediately rebounding. Aside from this freakish event, Sterling has had a kicking this week after Theresa May stated that the negotiations with the EU to arrange how Britain leaves the union will begin at the end of March 2017.
A so called ‘Hard’ Brexit that will see the UK cut all connection with the single market is what the currency market has become most anxious about, and the Tories have done little to appease these fears. Chancellor Hammond stated that “This will be a period of turbulence. I expect that we will feel turbulence. There will be ups and downs.” These have been mostly downs. Looking ahead at what’s coming up in the next few weeks and months provides us with more reasons to be concerned. The Bank of England have hinted that they will slash rates to 0.1% in November and introduce further quantitative easing to stimulate the economy. Historically this has weakened the currency. HSBC have stated that they see parity as a real possibility for the pairing by the end of the year. But on a volatile market when appetite for the pound is at an all time low, those of you with longer term requirements may need to steady yourselves for potentially lower rates that £1 = €1. This would represent an all time low, having dropped to €1.02 during the 2008 crash. As we can see the pound is being hit from every angle, and if you need to secure a sum for property or other commitments over the coming weeks it does seem prudent to not hang around. It’s difficult to see any light at the end of the tunnel at least until the end of March when Article 50 is applied. Goodness only knows what will happen after that, so prepare for the worst and get in contact if you’d like to discuss anything. 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.
Most homes in Spain are part of a Community of Owners, or Comunidad de Propietarios, in which owners all contribute to the upkeep of communal areas, similar to a condominium in the US. During the crisis more and more owners have been falling behind on their payments, leading to a sum total of €1.86 billion in outstanding payments in 2015, according to Spain’s Association of Estate Administrators (CGCAFE). When some owners fall behind on their payments, they freeride on those who don’t, and the whole community suffers. Banks that repossessed homes are some of the worst offenders when it comes to non-payment of community fees, though many families in dire financial straits have also failed to keep up to date with their payments. In another tentative sign that things are improving, outstanding payments to Communities fell by 2.3% in 2015, the first decline since the crisis started, say CGCAFE. Banks reduced their debts by 15%. So more owners are keeping up to date with their community fees. Even so, some 43% of communities still have a problem with unpaid fees, so it’s something to check out before you buy. The average value of payments outstanding for communities is €1,377.
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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This is a great opportunity to obtain a lovely spacious two bedroom top floor (Penthouse ) apartment with stunning views over the coast and Puerto de la Cruz. The apartment is situated in La Matanza and has good connections to Puerto de la Cruz and the south of the island. The town of La Matanza boasts several supermarkets, shops, bars and restaurants, all within walking distance of the apartment. The apartment has a large sunny terrace, parking space, workshop and store room. Communal roof terrace.
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BANK REPOSSESSIONS 73203373. C/ Azahar, Tejina: Ground floor apartment with terrace & sold with parking space, 65 m2. 57.300 Euros
REDUCED PRICE Orlando, Torviscas
Pinehurst, Amarilla Golf
Renovated 1 bedroom apartment, in excellent condition and with views to the pool, sea and mountains.
Very attractive 1 bed apt with lounge, kitchen, bathroom & a terrace leading directly onto the lovely pool area
Holiday Valley One bed room apartment completely refurbished on the top part of Residencial Holiday Valley. Communal pool.
135.000 Euros
Ref: B1588
147.000 Euros
Ref: C1582
Ref: B1575
87.000 Euros
BARGAIN OF THE MONTH
60173682. Calle La Cabezada, Valle San Lorenzo: Ground floor apartment that has a terrace and is sold with parking space and store room in the basement, 61 m2. 61.000 Euros 73237750. C/ El Llano, Cabo Blanco: 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom apartment situated in a quiet residential area. 69.100 Euros 60223585. C/ Bambu: 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment with parking space. The building has lifts. 70.400 Euros 67688. Granadilla. C/ Canarias: Duplex apt with 3 bedrooms & 3 bathrooms, fitted kitchen and also sold with garage parking space. Reduced price: 75.500 Euros
Los Atamantes, Torviscas
La Florida Very nice 5 bed villa in a cul-de-sac street surrounded by a beautiful garden in a very quiet area. 367 m2 build. Plot 814 m2.
Ref: D1600
890.000 Euros
Popular complex situated just across the road from the very attractive Torviscas beach. For sale is a well-maintained 2 bed apartment.
Ref: C1727
235.000 Euros
San Isidro Lovely 3 bed property with lots of spacious rooms and good views
Ref: D1593
60048007. C/ de Timanfaya, Guia de Isora: Flat distributed in a kitchen, lounge-diner, 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. 85.000 Euros 73904664. Calle Herrador, Puerto Santiago: 55,88 m2 apt in a central location close to all amenities. Sold with garage parking space & store room 86.000 Euros 60165234. C/ La Era, Guia de Isora, 3 bed, 2 bath, terrace, lounge-diner, kitchen. Parking space & store room. 86.000 Euros
131.250 Euros
ESTATE AGENTS Calle Flor de Pascua 33 , Los Gigantes I Tel.: 922 862 901 I www.delmargigantes.net
Balcon de Los Gigantes - Puerto Santiago Top floor 1 bed 1 bath apartment with lovely views to the sea and the cliffs. Fully furnished, fitted kitchen, lounge/dining room, air con in lounge. Large terrace and heated community pool. 130.000€
La Riviera - Playa de la Arena Front line fully furnished 1 large bed 1 bath apartment with great views to La Gomera. Fully fitted kitchen, lounge/dining room , large terrace and heated community pool. 180.000€
Sansofe Puerto - Puerto Santiago Attractive 1 bed 1 bath apartment with 2 terraces. Fully furnished, fitted kitchen, lounge/ dinning room. Sea views and 2 community heated pools. 195.000€
Calle Palmera - Los Gigantes Very spacious apartment with 2 bed 1 bath, separate fitted kitchen ,lounge/ dining room, fully furnished. Terrace with sea views and shared use of gardens. 190.000€
Princesa Ifara - Playa de la Arena
Calle Pino - Los Gigantes
Vitamar - Puerto de Santiago
Sunset - Los Gigantes
Fully furnished 2 bed 1 bath apartment. Fitted kitchen , guest toilet, lounge/dining room. Roof terrace with spectacular views, balcony and terrace. Heated seafront community pool. 189.000€
Beautifully presented 3 bed 2 bath apartment with magnificent sea views. Fully furnished, fitted kitchen, lounge/dining room. Utility room, balcony, terraces and garage. 250.000€
Very spacious apartment with 3 bed 2 bath 1 en suite, guest toilet,fully fitted kitchen, lounge/dining room, well furnished. Large terrace with wonderful views to La Gomera. Heated community pool. £260,000
Furnished 1 bed 1bath apartment with stunning views. Fitted kitchen, lounge/dining room, 2 terraces and garage. Great location. 155.000€
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La Longuera
La Mancha
Great apartment, 95 sqm with living room, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, modern kitchen, wintergarden, 2 terraces to north and south, underground parking lot with storage room, lift, atlantic view.
Great house with separate apartment, Living space 155 sqm, upper floor with living room & kitchen, bedroom, bathroom en suite, lower floor with living room, bedroom, bathroom, kitchen & dinner area, wintergarden & extraroom, wonderful roofed pool with sauna, 2 garages, plot 400 sqm.
180.000 €
310.000 €
Icod de los Vinos
Puerto de la Cruz - Las Adelfas
Fantastic house , 130 m², large salon, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, one of them en suite, two large terraces to north and south, very nice and large garden for vegetables or trees and wine, large garage for two cars.
Wonderful apartment with 56 sqm living space, very comfortable living room with dinner area and terrace with 10 sqm, bedroom with bathroom en suite, very quiet location with short distances to Plaja Jardin, bus and supermarket.
185.000 €
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Price: 1.800.000 €
El Rincon, near Puerto de la Cruz
Arona - Valle San Lorenzo
Puerto de la Cruz - Center
Absolutely high quality villa with dreamlike pool and wonderful terraces with fantastic views, 5 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms, 575 sqm living space, 2 fire places, garage for 2 cars, plot 2.700 sqm, additional 4.000 sqm available. This is a luxury dream
Great house in quiet but also central location in Puerto, two separate living areas on two floors with 180 sqm, upper floor with living room and dinner area, kitchen, 2 bedrooms, bathroom, lower floor with 2 bedrooms, kitchen, bathroom, workshop or storage room, large roof terrace, little nice garden .
1.775.000 €
Fantastic Finca with great pool, diverse terraces and pool house, main house is extra class with large rooms, upper floor with Salon, 2 bedrooms with bathrooms en suite, kitchen, lower floor with 2 bedrooms, sauna, kitchen, 2 bedrooms, 2 further rooms, workshop, bodega, garage for 2 cars, extra house as guest house, living space 640 sqm, plot 16.800 sqm
199.000 €
Contact in Tenerife:
Joachim Wierzchacz
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