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Children join with veterans to remember the fallen As the custodians of Remembrance, The Royal British Legion called on the nation once again to unite in honouring the memory of the fallen, by commemorating the contribution made by British and Commonwealth military and civilian servicemen and women in the two World Wars and later conflicts.

As is usual here in Spain, the occasion was also used to pay homage to the many Spanish servicemen and civilians who have died or been injured, either in military service or

terrorist attacks, particularly those that occurred this year in Barcelona, Cambrils, Manchester, London and elsewhere across the Iberian Peninsula.

In the Vega Baja services got underway on Friday at the Phoenix International School in San Miguel where children and staff joined with members of the Orihuela Costa RBL to pay their respects to the fallen.

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Accompanied by the Phoenix Band the children sang a selection of hymns and songs from the period, before extracts were read from the actual diary of Mathew Hadley, a soldier with the 38th (Welsh) Division at Mametz Woods during the First Battle of the Somme. Mathew is the Great, Great, Great Grandfather of 7-year old Harry Griffin, a pupil at the school.

The extracts recalled the battle on 10 July 1916, listing many names of the 400 soldiers that were killed or injured, including his brother Reg, before they reached the wood.

On Saturday morning the Armistice Day event was held by the Torrevieja RBL at La Siesta Church in Torrevieja. Packed, both inside and out, the service was attended by members of Service Associations from across the region as well as representatives of the Provincial and the city council.

The RBL standards, as well as those of RAFA, RNA and RMA, were led to the church by the splendid Torrevieja Pipes and Drums.

As they formed up in front of the altar the service got underway with a prayer from Father Richard Seabrook , officiating chaplain, followed by the RBL Exhortation and then, most significantly of all, the Last Post played by Ian Gibson of the JB Brass Band.

The lessons were read by Branch President Gill Burden and Carol Stockwell in English while Carmen Morate the Torrevieja Councillor for International Residents and Carlos González, Director of OARI read the lessons in Spanish.

After the service the standards, followed by dignitaries and wreath holders, moved to the cenotaph located in the church garden area, where the wreath laying ceremony was led by Cllr Morate.

A superb carvery lunch followed for members of the RBL and their guests at the Club in Quesada.

Saturday evening saw Campoverde Church take centre stage with a programme of contemplative readings and music, ‘Oh Soldier, Soldier’, presented by Mike and Pip Shail with George Piper. The event allowed the congregation the opportunity a pleasant diversion of reflective thought during the remembrance weekend, and was extremely well received by a sizeable gathering, with the retiring collection shared between the church and the RBL. Sunday morning’s focus of Remembrance was on the Capilla de las Mil Palmeras where the Orihuela Costa Branch held their annual service led by Pastor Keith Brown.

The guests included the British Vice Consul Sara Munsterhjelm and the Chairman of the RBL Spain District North, Don Cubbon. They were joined by the mayor of Pilar de la Horadada, Ignacio Ramos, and councillors along with President of the Partdo Popular in the Province of Alicante, Damaso Aparicio and Orihuela Costa councillor for Overseas Residents Sofia Alvarez.

The service was conducted by Branch Chaplain, Pastor Keith Brown. He was assisted by lay preacher Stephen Treseder. Diana Wiltshire and Branch Vice Chairman Walter Shatford read the

lessons in English while Ignacia Ramos and Francisco Morales of the Guardia Civil read in Spanish. Nicola read the Ode of Remembrance.

Once again there was a moving A capella performance of ‘Bring him home’ faultlessly sung by long time RBL supporter Rebecca Holt. During the service the Phoenix Concert Band provided the music led by their MD David Last.

The last post was performed by the Costa Blanca’s premier bugler Ian Gibson while the lament, ‘Lock Rannoch’, was played by the Torrevieja Pipes and Drums.

The one major addition from last year was the performance of a small children’s choir from the Phoenix International School prior to and after the service, which received rapturous applause from the congregation numbering in excess of 500 people. Two children from the school also carried the peace candle to the altar reciting a short prayer after they had done so.

The service was concluded with the National Anthems of Spain and the United Kingdom after which the ceremony then moved out to the Garden of Remembrance where the RBL, British Consul, Pilar de la Horadada Council, Orihuela and other Service Wreaths from the Royal Navy, the Royal Air force and Royal Marines Associations were laid, after which branch and members of the public added their own poppy crosses in memory of family members and lost friends.

Quite what the Costa Blanca would do without the wonderful Torrevieja Pipes and Drums I really don’t know but once again, the company were magnificently turned out in Mil Palmeras in support of the RBL and the local community.

Flanked by a large number of the general public the Pipes and Drums then led over a hundred and fifty members of the congregation from the church to the Mil Palmeras Olympia Restaurant where members and guests enjoyed a delightful buffet lunch.

Gran Alacant and La Marina Branch of the Royal British Legion, in association with the Ayuntamiento of San Fulgencio, also held their annual Service of Remembrance on Sunday.

This open-air service was held in the main square of San Fulgencio – the Plaza de Constitución. It was conducted in both Spanish and English, by a Catholic Priest, Father Jose Francisco, and Anglican Priest, Father Richard Seabrook.

It was back to Campoverde for the final event of the weekend where, on Sunday evening, participants were encouraged to take along photographs of family members who had served or who were currently serving, so that they could be displayed and blessed.

Once again the event was well supported and following the last post, reveille and the laying of a wreath, many of the congregation stayed behind to enjoy refreshments in the church garden.

The National Service of Remembrance, also held yesterday (Sunday) at the Cenotaph in Whitehall, was originally conceived as a commemoration of the war dead of the First World War but after the Second World War the scope of the ceremony was extended to focus on the nation's dead of both World Wars, and in 1980 it was widened once again to extend the remembrance to all who have suffered and died in conflict in the service of their country and all those who mourn.

But of course Remembrance is not just about those who fought in the last two World Wars, it is also held in respect of those involved in the many other conflicts worldwide and those who are still fighting for peace and freedom even now.

It is also about all of us learning from the past and resolving to make the world a better place in which to live, and with so many more children becoming involved in the event here on the Costa Blanca we are now rather more assured that the future of remembrance is in increasingly safe hands.

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Woman dies after being shot 5 times as she collected her child from school The mayor, Rubén Alfaro, was joined at the protest by politicians from across the Province

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woman has died after being shot by her partner 5 times while collecting her 4 year old boy from school. The incident occurred on Wednesday just after 5pm outside del colegio Santo Negro de Elda.

The assailant then attempted to flee the scene in the woman’s car but he embedded it into a school fence, at which point he turned the gun on himself.

It was just after five in the afternoon as dozens of parents and mothers waited at the doors of the Santo Negro public school in Elda to pick up their children from class.

The woman had already collected her son and was putting him into her car, when her ex-partner approached her, opened the door and fired two shots without saying a word.

She managed to get out of the vehicle and run but he followed her down the street and shot her three more times, twice while she was lying on the ground.

According to a number of the mothers who watched the events unfold, the boy, who had witnessed the entire incident, also fled and ran into the school screaming and crying, The aggressor then jumped into her car that was parked in front of the school and made to drive away but after about fifty metres, as he drove along the pavement to avoid traffic, he crashed the car between trees and the school fence at which point he turned the gun on himself, shooting himself in the mouth.

The woman had previously denounced her ex-partner for mistreatment after suffering several episodes of violence. They were not married but, the pair lived together for some time during which their

son was born.

Following complaints that he had breached a restraining order, issued after he had threatened her with her life, the partner had been taken into police custody on the previous day, but after interview he was released.

The woman later died on Friday having been in a coma in the Elda Hospital ICU since the shooting. She was identified as Jessyca Bravo Cutillas, a 28-year-old Spaniard and a waitress by profession.

The aggressor, who died from his gunshot wounds at the scene, was 31 year old Imanol Castillo Sánchez.

The events have shocked Elda only three months after an eight-yearold boy was found dead in his foster father's flat, after an assault on the house by two hooded men who also beat his mother. In addition, last September the owner of the Rabasa restaurant in Petrer was murdered and his restaurant robbed.

On Thursday night, over 1500 people gathered in silent protest in the town after learning that Sánchez had several complaints of violence and was the subject of a restraining order against Jessyca.

The mayor, Rubén Alfaro, stood alongside the vice president of the Consell, Mónica Oltra ; the Minister of Education, Vicent Marzà; the Director General of the Valencian Institute of Women, María Such; the Regional Deputy Cristina Rodríguez and the mayors of Petrer, Irene Navarro and de Monforte del Cid, María Dolores Berenguer.

Students of the Valle de Elda Institute, a vocational training centre that is located a few metres from the Santo Negro School where the events took place, read a statement followed by another from the Sectoral Council of Equality for Women.

The mayor, Ruben Alfaro, said that this was a "sad, heartbreaking and unfortunate episode" while the vice president of the Consell, Monica Oltra, promised that "she will review all procedures on gender violence "because, in this case, the aggressor had a long history of complaints.

In Villena more than 70 people gathered in the Plaza de Santiago in protest. Councilor for Equality, Cate Hernández, called for action prevent this social scourge that this year, in Spain, has now accounted for the deaths of 43 women.

There were further protests in Monforte del Cid , the victim's hometown, where a hundred people gathered at the Town Hall Square, while in Pinoso protesters shouted "Enough of gender violence!". As they took to the streets behind the mayor, Lázaro Azorín.

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Torrevieja takes control of the Casa y Torre de Los Balcones

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one driving along the CV95 can fail to be dismayed by the neglect to the Casa y Torre de Los Balcones just across the road from the Doña Monse hotel, and the state of disrepair into which its owners have let it fall.

One of the few examples of an 18th-century agricultural manor house that remain on the coast of the Vega Baja the owner was instructed both in 2013 and 2014 to carry out urgent measures to protect the building which he has failed to do.

The only action he did take was to fence the perimeter, so as to avoid accidents with people wandering across the site.

Despite being protected in the 1986 Torrevieja General Plan as a building of special architectural interest the owners of the plot appealed to the court of litigation after an application to build a

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hotel was turned down.

In the court the promoters said that the cost of refurbishing the property is much greater than that of carrying out any new work, a project which would exceed 600,000 euros Their appeal was rejected, however, and now the house has finally been appropriated by the city council, but the building is said by experts to be unrecoverable. Most of the roof has already collapsed, and its general condition is derelict, so quite what the council intend to do with their new possession is still very much under discussion.

The owners are now suggesting that they swap the site for development land in another area although the Council has said that the company is in breach of the legislation, and there is no available municipal land to carry out this action anyway.

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Torrevieja gets approval to move police from front line duties Having at long last obtained union approval the Torrevieja mayor, José Manuel Dolón, Los Verdes, has said that he is now in a position to move older policemen, and those who might be affected by injury or illness, into secondary positions that will remove them from front line policing.

They will now be able to remain as members of the Policia Local but will be employed in positions that are more suitable to their age or their medical condition.

Leaving Westminster Abbey following the service

Celebrating 70 years of Royal Marriage It is a remarkable achievement for any couple to reach 70 years of marriage but when it is a sovereign and her spouse the achievement serves to provide a shining example to all of us of the enduring commitment made during the Sacrament of Holy Matrimony. Representing a large expat community in Spain, the Anglican Chaplaincy covering the South Costa Blanca, East Costa Calida and Calasparra, is providing an opportunity for all those who would like to celebrate this remarkable achievement and, at the same time celebrate their own marriage, to join us in doing so.

On November 20 we will be holding a special Celebration of the Holy Eucharist [Mass, Holy Communion] to give thanks to Almighty God for the seventieth wedding anniversary of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and His Royal Highness the Duke of Edinburgh at our church in Los Balcones (near Torrevieja Hospital), commencing at 3pm. Father Richard Seabrook SSC, Chaplain, says, “I represent one of the biggest expat communities anywhere in the world and this special occasion is important to all of us. Marriage is not just a legal union between a man and a woman but is a Holy Sacrament ordained by God. As such it is important that the Church celebrates this union. When our own Monarch and her spouse reaches seventy years of Holy Matrimony our church wants to be at the heart of the worldwide celebrations planned for this important day.”

The Holy Eucharist will be followed by a Royal Afternoon Tea where we will be serving a typical “English Afternoon Tea” including cucumber sandwiches, sausage rolls, cake and, of course, tea!

Everyone is welcome to join us in our service and for tea. If you would like directions to this church or information about any of our other churches visit our website on www.c-of-e-torrevieja.com or our facebook page on www.facebook.com/anglicantorrevieja. If you would like to speak to Father Richard call 966840136 or 693932438 or e-mail frras@c-of-e-torrevieja.com.

Strolling through Guardamar A beautifullly bright and sunny morning in November! What could be a better day for a stroll in the lovely area of Guardamar?

About 60 members of one of the Torrevieja U3A Stroller groups, along with a few 4 legged friends, did just that after meeting up for a coffee and a chat in the Park cafe.

Properly fortified, this was followed by a pleasant, leisurely walk through the sand duned park areas and then a walk through the main parks ending up along the beach whereupon the group broke up into smaller groups whilst descending on various cafes for a well-deserved coffee, maybe a spot of lunch and, of course, another natter.

A pleasant finish to a pleasant morning.

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Previously both human resources and the unions had objected to such a move as they said that there were not enough `places to provide them all with meaningful employment.

In total there are 25 places, where officers will be employed on backroom duties taking them off the streets.

This is a figure that exceeds 15% of the total workforce of 156 agents, including controllers. The mayor said that the move of the officers to different functions will not affect normal service.

Officers that are required to move will retain their present salary, something on which the unions insisted prior to agreeing to the mayor’s proposal.

In addition, the Police Council was informed that employment boards will be set up in order to fill the vacant and unoccupied positions of Inspector (4) and Agent (2), some-

thing for which the Police have been calling for over a year.

In making the announcement the mayor referred to the police officers who have recently been detained by the Guardia Civil, albeit the investigation is still being carried out.

Dolón said that it causes him "great sadness" and assured everyone that if the accusations are proven, "I will ensure that every possible action is taken against the officers concerned”. He said that they have let down the force and members of the public.

Municipal Leisure Centre loses cafeteria Despite catering for between 400 and 800 daily users the cafeteria in the Municipal Leisure Centre is closing down as the operator’s contract with the council has expired.

The mayor says that he has kept the service going despite there being no formal contract but now it is necessary to tender for a new operator.

At the moment there is no scheduled date for its reopening. This was announced last week by Mayor José

Manuel Dolón (Los Verdes) and the Councillor for Social Welfare, Fabiana Ibarra. (PSOE).

The mayor said that he accepts that a cafeteria is "essential" for the operation of the facilities, which has between 400 and 800 daily users. He said that he has maintained the facility for as long as he could but council staff must now carry out an inventory of the facilities, and assess what works are necessary, so that the new tender

document can be prepared.

The mayor also said that he did not rule out a complete closure of the CMO if important work is necessary to modernise the cafeteria area prior to tender.

The CMO was built in the last decade at the same time as the shopping centre for a cost of 1.7 million euros. It has a capacity to house 1,500 people. It is a very popular venue in a municipality where more than a third of the population exceeds 60 years of age.

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New funding for Orihuela Costa roads and parks Last week we saw a classic example of how experts simply cannot predict what the currency market is going to do next. The pound fell after a rise in UK interest rates which shouldn’t happen (according to the pundits) and people are bound to have been wrongfooted.

So, you need be very cautious and buy or sell euros when the rate is good for you - remembering that you can also reserve an exchange rate by using a forward contract if you don’t have all the money available to pay for it yet.

So what’s going on which could affect the exchange rate?

The latest UK government shambles threatens to weaken Theresa May’s grip as PM following the resignation of Priti Patel, International Development secretary. Each trip or stumble brings the prospect of a Conservative coup and the unwelcome prospect of general election closer.

Meanwhile Brexit talks have resumed, so any hints on progress, or lack of it, are likely to cause uncertainty for the pound. This just makes the exchange rate more

volatile (jumpy) even though it might stay within a certain range.

At the same time the EU cut economic growth estimates for the UK over the coming two years but conversely they forecasted the fastest rate of growth for the Eurozone in a decade.

So, what’s happened to the exchange rate this week?

The pound has gained slightly against the euro (1.13) and is also up against the US dollar (1.315).

The euro has also gained against the dollar (1.165) all of which means the dollar is bottom of the class this week. This maybe due to over-optimism with regards to how soon President Trump will be able to implement corporate tax reforms in the States.

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Orihuela has announced the placement of tenders for works on the coast for 900,000 euros.

The Local Government Board says that it has approved the work which will concentrate on playgrounds, asphalting and repaving works in Orihuela Costa.

Of the allocation, approximately a third will be spent on the parks with the balance going to fund improvements to roads.

These works include paving, repairs of irrigation systems, creation of garden areas, repair and placement of sports facilities in various areas of Orihuela Costa.

They will be carried out mainly in the following areas: Calle Apatito. Villapiedra, Calle Cabo Turiñan. Lomas de Cabo Roig, Calle Cabo Ortegal. Lomas de Cabo Roig, Calle Limonero. Montezenia, Calle Plutón. La Florida, Calle Escorpio, La Florida, Calle Baikal. Lagosol-Sector F-2, Calle del Rocío. La Zenia and Calle Colón. La Zenia The public tender for the renewal of roads and paving in Orihuela Costa amounting to 570,091 euros was also approved. This work will last for four months and will focus on the following areas: Campoamor, Los Dolses, Villamartín, Playa Flamenca, La Zenia, Citrus, La Florida, PAU-20 Palm Tree pruning is also underway in Orihuela Costa with the hiring of a bucket

truck and driver.

Councillor for Playas, Luisa Boné, said that "it is increasingly necessary to cut the palms and a number of overgrowing trees in order to remove the branches and the fruit of the palms to ensure both the safety of pedestrians and the cleanliness of the pavements and roadways."

However, no longer will you see the operatives climbing the trees using a harness as instructions have been received from Council Health and Safety saying that in future the pruning may only be by mechanical means (cranes or mobile platforms) to guarantee the health and safety of the staff who are required to work at height”.

The cost of the pruning contract is 21,175 euros (VAT included) and the work is now underway on the Avenida del Cabo Roig.

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‘Letters from the Atlantic’ Barrie Mahoney was a head teacher and school inspector in the UK, as well as a reporter in Spain, before moving to the Canary Islands to launch and edit a new English language newspaper.

He enjoys life in the sun as a columnist and author, and continues to write a series of popular novels, books for expats, as well as designing mobile apps and websites to promote the Canary Islands.

orget Turkey, Eat Tapas

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I remember once being told by an American professor, “History is never taught in American schools”. I was puzzled by the comment, since I have always believed that it is history that informs both our present and our future.

There is much that we don’t understand about the United States; Brits are often puzzled by the phrase “our American cousins”, which is a meaningless phrase at the best of times, and particularly when it is over used by UK politicians busily looking for trade deals post Brexit.

Although we speak the same language, cultural differences and values abound, and there are often stark differences, which may be difficult for Europeans to understand.

Let me take one example, Thanksgiving, where the Spanish dimension seems to be mostly ignored in favour of a more comfortable version of history.

Very soon people all over the United States will celebrate what they believe to be the first ever Thanksgiving in 1621, gathering together with family and friends and celebrating with traditional turkey and pumpkin pie.

I really don’t want to spoil this very special day, but it seems that the wrong date and event is being celebrated. It really is time that we had a close look at the facts, as they appear to many historians.

According to American tradition, and not necessarily historical fact, most American school pupils are taught that the first Thanksgiving was celebrated in 1621 by English pilgrims who found refuge in America on the Mayflower. Archaeologists at Florida’s Museum of Natural History contradict this statement, and claim that the first

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Thanksgiving was actually celebrated in San Augustin, La Florida in 1565, which is 50 years earlier.

It was the Spanish explorer Pedro Menéndez de Avilés and a motley collection of 800 soldiers, sailors and assorted settlers, which would have included many conscripts from the Canary Islands who were despatched to help populate the new Spanish colonies. It was they who celebrated the first Thanksgiving, and not English pilgrims in their wide-brimmed hats as often pictured.

It was these new arrivals from Spain who celebrated the first Thanksgiving, which began with a special thanksgiving mass, before enjoying a shared feast with local Native Americans.

Forget traditional turkey and The first Thanksgiving was a traditional Latin Mass in San Augustin, in 1565. Fifty five years pumpkin pie, because that first before the Pilgrims Landed at Plymouth Rock.

Thanksgiving feast included salted The real history of the first Thanksgiving is particularly important in pork and typical Spanish food, such as chickpeas and olives, washed down with red wine. It was unlikely that there would be any cranber- the current political climate, since the Hispanic population in the United States is growing fast. ries, although it is thought that typical Caribbean foods would have been enjoyed, which Menéndez would have thoughtfully collected The importance of the Spanish colony in La Florida to American hisduring his visit to Puerto Rico, as well as a probable stopover in the tory is rarely taught in schools, let alone understood by the wider Canary Islands, before arriving in La Florida. population.

According to historians, it is thought that the local Timucuan people The current community of St Augustine founded by Menédez de would also have joined in with the celebrations, adding fresh fish, Avilés on September 8th 1565 has the honour to be the oldest berries, beans and corn to the feast. The bank of the Matanzas River European settlement that has been continually occupied in the country, which in 2015 celebrated its 450th anniversary. was the site of the first Spanish colony in the United States, which is where the first Thanksgiving feast took place.

I wish “our American cousins” a happy and peaceful thanksgiving, but urge them to revisit those history books and museum records; So, why is it that this essential piece of American history appears to forgo turkey and pumpkin pie and instead enjoy tapas and a few have been forgotten or massaged in a way that ignores the natives? glasses of fine Rioja instead. Salud!

Well, as usual, it is thought to be the fault of the British, because the history of the United States has been heavily Anglicised over the centuries, with America’s origins seen primarily as British.

If you enjoyed this article, take a look at Barrie’s websites: http://barriemahoney.com and http://thecanaryislander.com or read This is not the case, since the first colony in the New World was a his latest book, ‘Footsteps in the Sand’ (ISBN: 9780995602717). melting pot that included cultural contributions and interactions with Available in paperback, as well as Kindle editions. many groups of people, which was totally unlike any other British colony. © Barrie Mahoney

Program announced for Torrevieja Auditorium P

resident of the Generalitat, Theater, Ximo Puig, was in Torrevieja last week where he was inspecting recent maintenance and improvement works, funded by the Valencian Community, carried out to the International Auditorium adjacent to the N332.

Built at a cost of more than 50 million euros the building was opened in May 2011 since which time it has hardly been used. As such the management of the auditorium has been assumed by the Society of Thematic Projects of the Generalitat (SPTCV), which is chaired by the former Elche Politician Antonio Rodes, who has said that they are determined to make far more use out of the facility than has previously been the case.

The latest expenditure, of 350,000 euros, has been provided to adapt the scenery and the stage for the upcoming performances of theatre, music, dance and opera that will get underway on 16th November with the ballet "El Amor Brujo", the first of 11 shows through to February.

The piece was written by Manuel de Falla in the early 20th century. With a distinct Andalusian essence, it explores the gypsy mystique and approaches love in its

most primary and essential form telling the tale of the young gypsy girl Candela, whose love for Carmelo is haunted by the ghost of her previous partner.

This is one of the most important ballets in Spain and one of Víctor Ullate’s greatest successes.

On 18th November Nuria Fergó and Felipe Garpe will be accompanied by the Mexico Lindo Sinfónico which will be followed on 19th November by the musical La Comedia De Las Mentiras, (the Comedy of lies) directed by Pep Anton Gómez The children’s musical ‘Merlin, A magical musical’ will take place on 30th December and on Tuesday 16th January the Tchaikovsky ballet ‘The Nutcracker’ will be performed by the Ballet of St. Petersburg. The choreography is by Moscow Ballet's Ballet Master, Andrey Batalov who became an “Honoured Artist of Russia” following a long and successful career, in 2010.

All of the forthcoming presentation can be seen on the theatre website at www.auditoriotorrevieja.com.

Tickets can be purchased also be purchased online at the site or on the phone 902 15 00 25. The auditorium's ticket office will also be open 2 hours before each show.

In January the St. Petersburg Ballet will perform Tchaikovsky’s ‘The Nutcracker’

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Nineteen truck drivers test positive for drugs in a single day

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urcia’s Guardia Civil carried out a day of intensive roadside checks on Friday in which they stopped the drivers of 235 heavy goods vehicles, over a 24 hour period, testing them for controlled substances.

Of the drivers stopped, 19 (8.08%) tested positively, 6 for cocaine, 12 for cannabis and 1 for a combination of both.

This followed the campaign that was carried out at the beginning of November that was also aimed at the professional drivers of heavy vehicles, which resulted in positive tests on a dozen people who were found to be driving under the influence of drugs and two who were under the influence of alcohol.

In October, in Sangonera la Seca, a family from Elche was completely wiped out in an accident caused by a truck driver who had used cocaine. The driver said he was a dis-

tracted although tests revealed that he had used cocaine.

During the roadside checks the Guardia recorded 48 other transport violations including excessive driving times and 7 infractions related to the Road Safety Law. One of the drivers who tested positive for cocaine was at the wheel of a vehicle ladened with dangerous goods, a 40ton articulated vehicle loaded with propane gas bottles.

Under current Road Safety Regulations, the offence of driving a vehicle under the influence of drugs is punishable with a fine of 1,000 euros and the loss of 6 points from your driving license.

The Traffic Sector of the Murcian Civil Guard say that they will maintain their operational efforts to monitor professional drivers as a priority for the maintenance of road safety, given the danger they present in the event of an accident.

They say that, whether professional or not, those who drive recklessly, or who drive after having consumed drink or taken drugs, are doing so irresponsibly and anyone who is now involved in any sort of infraction will be tested for alcohol and drugs.

They add that the actions they take are aimed at raising awareness among drivers, and in particular, drivers of goods or passenger transport vehicles, whose risk is increased by the size of the vehicles that they drive.

The driver of the articulated vehicle

They want nothing more than a guarantee of safety on our roads, avoiding traffic accidents and the serious consequences in which they often result.

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One of the rooftop demands was for a sandwich.

A 35 year old Romanian was talked down from the top of Murcia’s cathedral last week after he had threatened to commit suicide by launching himself from the roof.

The man climbed up onto the roof at 9am on Tuesday from where he threatened to jump, causing great alarm and not an undue amount of interest. A National Police psychologist and the consul of Romania, José David Pérez, eventually convinced him to get down after they had spent a little over 2 hours talking him round.

Members of both the Local and the National Police, along with a translator who was requested by the immigrant, were quickly on the scene as they attempted to gauge the mental condition of the man.

Firefighters, members of the Civil Protection and an ambulance. were also made available nearby.

Initially there were dozens of onlookers on the scene but these were all moved on following the arrival of the police who then cordoned off the area and closed the lane to the plaza from all adjoining streets.

The man, who is said to suffer from a mental disorder, claimed that he was owed compensation for a traffic accident suffered in Castellón and that he was owed.

He said that he was a victim and that he refused to move until he was given the money and a sandwich.

He was eventually talked down by the negotiators and taken away in police and medical custody.

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LAST WEEK’S ANSWERS QUICK ACROSS: 3 Cheerless; 8 Even; 9 Composite; 10 Result; 11 Plied; 14 Split; 15 Near; 16 Harsh; 18 Mass; 20 Aloud; 21 Stray; 24 Detail; 25 Desertion; 26 Beat; 27 Frustrate.

DOWN: 1 Wearisome; 2 Ceaseless; 4 Hoot; 5 Expel; 6 Lessen; 7 Site; 9 Cloth; 11 Party; 12 Desolated; 13 Credulity; 17 Haven; 19 Stress; 22 Alter; 23 Dear; 24 Dolt.

CRYPTIC CRYPTIC ACROSS: 3 Prescribe; 8 Rare; 9 Assailant; 10 Single; 11 Sever; 14 Waive; 15 Rent; 16 Norma; 18 Road; 20 Clear; 21 Least; 24 Stalin; 25 Denigrate; 26 Lots; 27 Unceasing.

DOWN: 1 Crossword; 2 Principal; 4 Rose; 5 State; 6 Roller; 7 Bunk; 9 Alien; 11 Sprat; 12 Rebellion; 13 Sternness; 17 Acute; 19 Defile; 22 Sorts; 23 Lean; 24 Stun.

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Momentum (7) 8.

Winding (7) 9.

About (5) 10. Lose colour (4) 11. Deep (8) 13. Scoff (4) 14. Island (4) 16. Kind (8) 17. Cute (4) 20. Make (5) 21. Scaffold (7) 22. Chose (7) 23. Inexperienced (5)

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Tireless (13) Irate (5) Jog (4) Put in (6) Peace-lover (8) Agony (7) Be obvious (5,2,6) Assign (8) Worldly (7) Bombastic (6) Complete (5) Whip (4)

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sexy? (Rod Stewart), 9. Vivienne Westwood, 10. Four answers: a.

Philadelphia, b. San Francisco, c.

Boston, d. Far Far away, 11. 1912, 12.

Four answers: a. The Perfect Storm, b.

Children of Men, c. Treasure Island, d.

The Cruel Sea, 13. Ramble On, 14. Lara Croft, 15. Virago, 16. Ernesto, 17. a.

Elizabeth Taylor $8 Million, b. Arnold

SUDOKU CHALLENGE

River, d. Shrek II 11. In which year was the Republic of China established? Plus or minus 10 years 12. In which films do the following ships play a role? a. Andrea Gail, b. Tomorrow, c.

Hispaniola, d. HMS Compass Rose and HMS Saltash Castle 13. In which Led Zeppelin song would you find the words "T'was in the darkest depths of Mordor I met a girl so fair, but Gollum and the evil one crept up and slipped away with her"?

14. Which fearless woman was born in Wimbledon on Feb 14th 1968?

15. A word describing a woman of great stature, strength and courage. 6 letters, last letter 'O'.

16. What was Che Guevara's first name?

17. Forbes magazine has an annual list of the 'Top earning dead celebrities'. Here are a few on the newest list. I'll give you the initials, name the celebrity. a. E.T. b. A.P. c. A.E. d. B.M. e.

C.S. 18. Which two countries have the most dollar billionaires?

19. What causes the unusual hollow glass tubes found in the ground called fulgurites?

20. In song, what is drunk under "mirrors on the ceiling"?

1. 200 million, 2. Stephan, Steven, Steve.

3. Denim, 4. Lev Yashin 1963, 5. Canada, 6. Armageddon, Deep Impact and Godzilla, 7. Fox Hunting, 8. Five answers: a. Why don't we do it in the road? (Beatles), b. Where did our love go ? (Supremes), c. Are you lonesome tonight? (Elvis), d. What's new pussycat? (Tom Jones), e. Do ya think I'm

ACROSS 1. Supports the defenders (5) 4. Perceive that Cinders is going out (7) 8. Possibly reddens the china (7) 9. Reg carries six back for the donor (5) 10. Press club (4) 11. They're used by those that dry up - there's a lot in train (8) 13. Got back small clothes (4) 14. A man from a hot island (4) 16. Not sure about coatings (8) 17. Sage going out for a long time (4) 20. Courage never changes (5) 21. Scene of gold being put on the furniture item (7) 22. Walker who isn't a good story-teller (7) 23. A number going to church for fish (5)

1. According to the New York Times World Almanac, what was the estimated population of DOWN the world in 1 AD? Plus or minus 25 million 1. Special skill Reds in BMA need, perhaps (7,6) 2. Which male first name stems from the Greek 2. Prayer of communist in the company (5) word meaning 'crown'?

3. A team dies out (4) 3. Which popular article of clothing originated in 4. Peril in digging up the garden (6) the French city Nimes?

5. Story London, for example, has written with wisdom (8) 4. Who was the only goalkeeper to win the title 6. Jealous of endless souvenir exchange (7) European Footballer of the Year?

7. Points to the Cockney's mouth (5,3,5) 5. Which country joined the G6 in 1976, thus 12. Paint where the bird came from (8) making it the G7?

13. Turn Tam out in a fit of rage (7) 6. In which three Hollywood blockbusters from 15. Somehow merits a title (6) 1998 was New York City laid to waste?

18. Gather there's a different angle (5) 7. What did Oscar Wilde describe as "The 19. Encourage in crime for a wager (4) unspeakable in pursuit of the uneatable"?

8. All of the following words are from songs in which the song title is a question. Can you name the song? a. No one will be watching us. b. With a burning love that stings like a bee. c.

Act one was when we first met, I loved you at first glance. d. I've got flowers and lots of hours to spend with you. e. He says I'm sorry but I'm CAN YOU MASTER THE SUDOKU CHALLENGE? out of milk and coffee Fill in the grid so that 9. Who co-owned Sex, the 'punk emporium' in every row, every column, and every 3x3 box conthe 1970s, with entrepreneur Malcolm tains the digits 1 to 9.

McLaren?

10. The following films took place in which cities QUIZ ANSWERS or towns? a. Rocky, b. Dirty Harry, c. Mystic Palmer $40 Million, c. Albert Einstein $10 Million, d. Bob Marley $23 Million, e.

Charles Schulz –$38Million, 18. USA 565 and China 319, (Spain has a mere 25 while UK has 54 and Ireland 8), 19.

Lightning. Fulgur is Latin for thunderbolt. 20. "Pink champagne on ice". From the song 'Hotel California.

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GARAGE SERVICES All Mechanical Repairs Tel - Chris +34 634 04 83 39 Email: christophermccarthy1964@gmail.com All car and van servicing, All Diagnostics, Laser wheel alignment, exhausts, cambelts and welding Garage Services - Car and Vehicle repairs, based in Benijofar, just across the road from Greenlands Sports Complex, is owned by Chris McCarthy, an experienced and time served motor mechanic.

Now with over 36 years’ experience Chris was apprenticed to a Ford Main Dealer in South Croydon which he joined straight from school.

He now has a fully equipped vehicle repair shop in Benijofar where, with state of the art equipment, he can carry out any car or vehicle repair, no matter how complicated it might be. Chris can undertake full diagnostic tests on all vehicles, and, campervans and even trucks, regardless of make or model. He can carry out engine rebuilds, bodywork and crash repairs, servicing and ITV’s.

Chris is fully time served so you can be assured that for all your car repairs and motoring repairs needs your car could not be in better hands.

So don't take chances with your valued possession - trust the experts! Garage Services car and auto repairs is a top quality English speaking garage company which covers Torrevieja, Quesada and the Costa Blanca area.

You will find our car repair and mechanical service second to none and our prices extremely competitive. Our customer service and attention to detail is also all that you would expect from a reputable English speaking business.

So if you are in the Torrevieja, Quesada and Costa Blanca area and you need the services of a top notch English speaking mechanic then just contact Chris McCarthy at

Chris McCarthy has a fully equipped garage just across the road from Greenlands Bowls Club

Garage Services car and auto repairs, car mechanic Costa Blanca and leave us to solve your problems.

Until recently Chris was allied to Checkatrade, a directory of trades and services which vetted it’s clients to the highest standards in all areas of their business activity, and where insurance, technical qualifications and professional memberships were all fully scrutinised. He left purely because of the logistical difficulties associated in working with the UK company whilst operating from Spain.

Checkatrade monitored his work on an ongoing basis by collecting feedback directly from customers. During the period that Chris worked with Checkatrade they collected almost 300,000 customer reports which highlighted the strengths and weaknesses of their listed companies.

Garage Services had 315 reports submitted about their standard of work and gained a fantastic overall rating of 9.8 out of a maximum of 10.

Areas covered and average scores achieved included: Estimating 9.6 - Tidiness 9.8 - Timekeeping 9.8 Courtesy 9.9 - Workmanship 9.8 - Value for Money 9.7 Reliability 9.8 - Overall Service 9.8 Some of the Testimonials received by Chris during that period: 1-"Very good service, with help and understanding would recommend to grey and old, the elderly would not be overcharged. He's become a friend".......

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Brexit, the position and consequences On Tuesday 21st November 2017, from 10:30hrs to 14:00hrs, BREXPATS IN SPAIN is hosting a public meeting with the British Ambassador, British Consul and experts at the University Miguel Hernandez in Elche.

All members of the public are invited to attend.

The consular staff are keen to hear the ongoing concerns and views from British people, as are the Spanish authorities who will also be there to do the same.

There are important updates in the negotiations around citizens’ rights and they want to share these first-hand.

The meeting will take place in the Quorum III lecture hall just inside the northern entrance gate.

You can find details of the meeting, including a map of the location, at the Leader website: www.theleader.info Just search for BREXIT

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Cruz Azul Fundraiser is a huge hit ruz Azul’s fundraising events helps pet owners on low incomes with vet bills and enables the charity to work with local communities to control feral cat colonies humanely. The latest music event, ‘Rock My Soul’, proved a huge hit, raising 1532.50€ for the charity!

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great performances by super compere and DJ, Paul Allen, Roxy Housewine (Amy Winehouse Tribute), Johnny Lea and the great J. J. Soulman himself. Cruz Azul volunteer, Emmanuel Vadon, added some rock flair with his American Ford Galaxy which caused quite a stir when he drove in!

The owners of The New Arches in Los Alcázares provided the venue and John “J. J. Soulman” organised the event. JJ’s friends in the music business were keen to take part in this sell-out event. Guests were treated to

“We are overwhelmed by the support of our local community and must thank the people who made it happen.” said Lyn Baines, Cruz Azul President. “Local businesses donated 21 raffle prizes and, thanks to Lesley Eburne

and her team, we raised 780€ on the raffle alone.”

Thanks to the continuing generosity and support from the public and local businesses, the fantastic amount raised at this event and the growing success of the Donation Centre in San Javier, Cruz Azul can continue to help more pets whose owners are on low incomes and continue its ‘Trap, Neuter and Return’. “We recently lost our dear friend Sue Thomason but will continue her legacy and drive forward the way she planned.

Responsible pet ownership with programs such as “sterilisation, microchipping and vaccination” was Sue’s ambition; we will ensure this happens,” commented Lyn. Cruz Azul’s Donation Centre is situated on the Avenida de la Unión in San Javier, next door to Yorkshire Linen. Open Monday to Saturday from 10.00 am until 2.00 pm and has a wide range of clothes, accessories, jewellery, household goods, furniture, bric-abrac and more. Why not pay them a visit?

Or donate your unwanted clothes, furniture and items to show your support. Call 693 017 616 for more information.

Cruz Azul Murcia is a registered charity (No. 11.720/1a) and exists to provide veterinary care for the sick and injured pets of people in need and to promote responsible pet ownership.

The arrival of the Galaxy created some excitement

If you or someone you know needs help, or you would like to volunteer or donate, please call 693 017 616 or visit their website: www.cruzazulmurcia.com

A Million Dollar Proposition!

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t may be a sunny November on the Costa Blanca but a snowy winter beckons for Studio32’s cast as they prepare for their next show. This talented company will be performing a wonderful stage adaptation of that film favourite, Irving Berlin’s “White Christmas”. The show contains some all-time classic songs including “Blue Skies”, “Sisters”, and the Bing Crosby title number “White Christmas”.

Dianne Oliver and John Palmer play Ralphy Sheldrake and his long-suffering secretary Ethel

Show producers Phil Davies and Bob Wallace need a helping hand with publicity when they decide to stage a show to help their old army commander. Who better to ask than another old army buddy turned TV producer Ralph Sheldrake (played by John Palmer, pictured right) who gets them air time on the famous TV programme “The Ed Sullivan Show”.

Ralph is a bit of a wide-boy, and describes his plans to help as “a million dollar proposition”, but his telephone conversation is overheard and misinterpreted, and not everything runs quite as smoothly as he planned. Ralph is assisted by his long-suffering secretary Ethel (played by Dianne Oliver, pictured left) who tries to keep everything under control. Will it be a million-dollar winner after all?

This is John’s second show with Studio32, having played the role of Bob Cratchitt in last winter’s show “A Christmas Carol”. Dianne has been with the company a lot longer, having been a founder member in 2013. She has played many roles including Marley’s Ghost in the same show, and the pianist in Studio32’s recent summer show

“Mack and Mabel”.

Studio32 are once again supporting the San Fulgencio Alzheimer’s Association with this production, as well as other local charities. So why not help them raise money for worthy causes whilst enjoying a terrific night’s entertainment.

Tickets are selling fast with only limited availability for Friday and Saturday, so make sure to get your order in now for a great evening’s entertainment.

Show dates are Wednesday November 29th to Saturday December 2nd at the Cardenal Belluga Theatre in San Fulgencio. All performances start at 7.30pm, and doors open at 7pm. Reserved seating tickets are now on sale, priced at 10 euros each.

You can book your tickets by emailing tickets@studiothirtytwo.org, calling 602 47 47 93, or from: Cards & More, La Marina 966 79 09 54, The Card Place, Benijofar 966 71 32 66 Tickets are sure to sell fast so be sure to get in early and book your seat!

Volunteers Katalin, Eileen and Jackie

Orihuela Costa’s Free Library A free lending library is located in the Community Centre, Orihuela Costa, Calle Cipres No. 24. (If you are coming from Campoamor beach pass by the Aldi Supermarket on your right hand side, turn right into Calle Cipres and you will see the centre 500 yards along the road on your left.

If you are coming from Campoamor Golf turn left just before Aldi Supermarket onto Calle Cipres.

The building belongs to the Town Hall of Orihuela and it is used by many different groups that are registered as part of Participacion Ciudadana (Citizens Participation).

The Library is currently run by 7 volunteers and it is open from Monday to Thursday to 1pm - 5pm. We have a stock of 13 000 books which are available in English, German, Spanish, French and a number of Skandinavian languages.

The library is currently looking for 2 volunteers to cover the Monday shift from 1pm - 5pm, and 1 volunteer to cover the Thursday shift also from 1pm - 5pm.

If you would like to become involved you can either call in during opening hours or drop and email to:katalinkonkoly@hotmail.com

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EURONICS THURSDAY DART LEAGUE “THE ELECTRICAL SHOP” - BLUE LAGOON Match Results for 9th November 2017 (pts for win/draw) Porter House Bees Wee Rockers Hub Hellraisers El Capitan Amigo's Misfits Junction Jackals Pint depot Queens Tavern

Hub Hyenas Porter House Junction Jackals Angels El Capitan Tavern Oldies Las Rosas Ale House Wee Rockers Hen's Teeth Junction Jaguars Porter House Bees Pint Depot Queens Amigo's Misfits Hub Hellraisers

5-7 5-7 1-11 7-5 Bye 6-6 4-8 11-1 P 6 6 6 6 5 6 6 6 5 6 6 5 5 5 5

Junction Jaguars Hub Hyenas Hen’s Teeth Porter House Angels Las Rosas Ale House Pts 12 10 10 9 9 7 7 4 4 3 3 2 2 1 1

Legs 54 50 46 45 44 42 40 27 23 31 29 22 19 16 12

180’s: John Walker (El Capitan); Joe Miller (Hub Hyenas); Harvey Lane (Porter House Bees); Aroldis Klimonis (El Capitan), Eugene Gillespie (Tavern)

Porter House Bees v Junction Jaguars 5- 7 (Last season 10-2) The girls from El Galan upped their game this week by matching good scoring with quick finishing (in the most part) to secure a victory over the Porter House Bees.

Vice-captain Patty Poo got the first leg in the 2nd triples game with Harvey Lane getting the finish for triples 1 and 3, both times on a nippy D16- earning him MOTM. The Jags then took the next 4 legs on the trot Hilda D12, Lesley D2, Lisa D1 and Lisa again in her singles against the Harvmeister when she popped in D7.

The ladies couldn’t believe their luck with the score line reading 5-2 in their favour but then a marathon match between Hilda and Gilly saw the ‘D1-No Bust’ rule being employed by which Mrs Kirby was rewarded.

Then Little Lelly Bear threw some terrific darts and checked out confidently on D11- first dart to bring the Jaguars into ‘draw’ territory.

Secretary Sim then had the ominous task of taking on John Lane in the 5th singles but found the form with a 3-dart check-out, T11-S13D16 to give them the win.

High scores for the Jags: Lesley Eagles- 100, 114, 85, 81; Liz Cowan- 105, 100, 98; Simone de Lacy: 2 x 81; Frau Pattenzie Poo Schofield 92, 90; Wendy Hayward 93, Lisa Ivill 89; Hilda Wilkinson 83; MOTM Lisa Ivill of the Black-foot Sioux tribe.

Hub Hellraisers v Hen’s Teeth (1-11) Oh Dear!......... Report by Sarah Arnold.

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Purple Power! -The Junction Jaguars win their first game Tavern Oldies v Ale House (11-1) (last season 4-8) Well what a difference a year makes! A great result for the Tavern, all players playing great darts and a special mention for new boy Eugene for hitting a 180, Rob the Hat with some great finishing and another good performance from King Solomon with some high scores and quick finishes. MOTM goes to Angela Garside for a smashing singles game..........Report by Graham Solomon Men’s and Ladies Pairs competitions, 1st round on November 23rd, semi’s/finals on 15th March. Please get your entries in to Euronics by 17th November, draw will be done on the 18th. Please make sure that you can make both dates before you enter!

Torrevieja Darts Ladies Organisation Founders Shield Primadonnas

2-6

Wildcats at Macks

Macs Dolly Mixt

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Friendly Chicas

Friendly Temps

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Gap Ladies

El Balcon Chicas

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Black Dog Ladies

The Ladies League Memorial Shield

Gap Ladies Black Dog Ladies El Balcon Chicas Macks Dolly Mixt Wildcats at Macks Friendly's Temps Friendlys Chicas Primadonnas

P 8 9 9 9 9 8 9 9

W 7 4 4 3 3 2 2 5

Pts. 23 19 18 18 16 16 16 14

This is being held on Tuesday 19th December at the New Tavern, in San Miguel and will be held in Memory of Irene Russell and Eileen Evette. Registration is at 19.45 for 20.00h start. The Raffle is being organised by The Friendly Chicas and the Wildcats. Captains please let me have the names of your players that are eligable no later than 7th December.

HOT DARTS: Glenis Pritchard 140x2+100x2, Elaine Allen 130, Beatty Powell 125+100, Anita Morfee 125, Martelle Cheater 123+121, Angela Mullen 120, Yvonne Railton 115, Maureen Dobbs 113, Christine Simmonds103, Sue Casey 100, Mitch Halliday 100 Well done everyone, keep up the good work, and enjoy your darts.

Pam Horton, 96 571 0066, Ladies Darts Coordinator Email: Dartess501@gmail.com

Carp R Us

We moved the penultimate round of the Autumn Series at the last moment from the Eden Stretch to the irrigation canal near Mercadona on the N322 due to there being too few easily accessible pegs at Eden. On what was a lovely autumnal day the fishing was very poor. The winner was Jeremy Fardoe with 2.98kg carp, 2nd was venue

expert Roy Dainty with 2.08kg of carp and mullet, third was Steve Fell with 1.22kg and fourth Geoff Tempest with 0.92kg.

The club is always keen to get new members. If you are interested contact the secretary, Steve Fell, on 634379081.

Further infocan be found on its website www.carp-r-us.weebly.com or on our Facebook page Carp-R-Us Fishing Costa Blanca.

Pride for Walking Football

The Playa Flamenca Walking football team were recently nominated to receive The Pride of Spain Award 2017 for Community Spirit They were invited to the presentation evening were they won the award with stiff competition from Nancy Bingham and also The Orihuela Brownie and Rainbow Unit.

The picture was taken when the team was presented with the Award at their home ground at Playa Flamenca C.D.M sports centre where they play every Monday and kick off at 4pm, all players are over 55 and invite anybody to take part no matter what their skill level is, so for further information please contact. bobbyg2542@hotmail.com

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a listener? Have a few hours a week to help with the charity shop, fundraising or admin? To find out more, come and join us for refreshments and a chat at our Centre in the Punta Marina Shopping Centre, by the Punta Prima roundabout, on the N332.

(Volunteer positions are unpaid but expenses can be claimed). www.samaritansinspain.com Email: janeatsams@outlook.com The Orihuela Costa Drop In Centre is now fully open in C/Cipres, Lomas de Cabo Roig, where we can offer you a full range of activities every Monday, Wednesday and Thursday including music, language classes, drawing and painting, sewing, general information, bereavement advice and much more.

Further info is available at: oc.communitycare@gmail.com

Christmas Fayres

Car and Vehicle Sales The Car of the Month at Automoviles Crespo is a 2015 Ford CMax Diesel which is on Special Offer priced at just 16,500 euro. Come along to our showroom in Elche and see our vast range of used cars or call 96 666 22 60 for all our latest offers.

The biggest and best for price, choice and quality.

Social and Clubs The AGM of the Orihuela Costa Branch of the Royal British Legion will be on 23 Nov at the Olympia Restaurant in Mil Palmeras starting at 7.30pm. The Torrevieja Branch meets at the Casa Ventura in San Luis at 7.30 pm on the 2nd Friday while the La Marina/Gran Alacant Branch meets on the 1st Monday at The London Bar, behind Dial Prix in Gran Alacant at 6pm. Everyone Welcome.

Age Concern Costa Blanca Sur is here to help you. Our aim is to assist with problem solving for the over 50’s and promote their well-being. We need volunteer Drivers and people to join our Residential Home Visiting Team.

You will visit people who live in a Residential Home, and take

them out for a coffee either in a wheelchair or walking. If you think you can help Age Concern in this respect call into our centre at C/Paganini s/n, Urb. La Siesta 03184 Torrevieja or ring 966 786 887.

Or you can email: costablanca@ageconcern.org.es HAH CB need you to help us help those in need in their own homes in areas surrounding Quesada, San Luis, La Siesta Torrevieja, La Mata, Orihuela Costa, Villamartin to Campoverde, short or long term medical conditions of all ages and nationalities.

Contact our head office on 965 328 794 or email: charitycentre helpathomecb@gmail.com.

Girlguiding group for Orihuela Costa. The Orihuela Costa Rainbows and Brownies. This is a brand new Girlguiding group for girls aged 5-11 years.

Rainbows 5-7 years, Brownies 711 years. We will meet every Wednesday at the Madhouse in El Galan. Parents can find our more on our Facebook page Orihuela Costa Brownies and Rainbows Curious about work of Samaritans in Spain? Interested in becoming

Torrevieja Christian Fellowship (TCF) are holding their Annual Christmas Fayre at TCF,Avenida de la Cortes Valencianas,68, 03183 on Saturday 25th of November 2017 between 1.00 p.m. and 3.30 p.m. Our Craft Club have made beautiful inexpensive gifts for Christmas, including jewellery,hand-made cards,knitted goods and embroidery. Home baked items,toiletries and also bric -a-brac stalls.

Refreshments are also available.

Bring your family and friends.

Orihuela Costa Community Care Xmas Charity Craft Fayres in support of Tasha’s Fund, 19th & 26th November 3rd & 17th December with Mulled wine and Mince Pies. The 17th December will also include Christmas Carols. The fayre itself will feature handmade crafts, gifts, cakes, cards, jewellery etc.

Timings 12pm till 4pm in Calle Pablo Picasso (by the Playa Flamenca Town Hall) Contact Norah: oc.communitycare@gmail.com.

Churches and Services La Siesta Evangelical Church hold services each Sunday and every-

one is welcome. Our 11am Services are held every 2nd and 4th Sunday in the month (and on the 5th Sunday, if this applies.)

On the 1st and 3rd Sunday’s our Services are at 9.30 am. Our choir sings at our 11 am Services and there is also a Sunday School, Stepping Stones, on these Sundays. We welcome residents, visitors and children. For information see our website www.lasiestaevangelicalchurch.org or phone Pastor Keith on 666 180 108.

Job Opportunity Top Neumaticos are seeking a Fully Trained Mechanic for their Los Dolses Depot. Must speak English. Call 645 425 457 for further information

Pets Delmonte Catotel Cartagena. The cattery that cares! Tel 968 168 711 or 616 276 379 (69083)

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Items For Sale Why not use the power of the Leader to sell your unwanted goods or to advertise your business. Classified advertising is available on these pages from just 5 euro per entry. Email office@theleader.info

Apartment for Rent Lovely 2 bed flat in El Pinet overlooking pool. Long term rental available for fully furnished 1st floor flat with internet and UK television. South facing, close to beach and La Marina village.

Rent 340 euros pcm. Contact kate18@sky.com

Property for Sale Country Finca in Redovan - 2 buildings on a good size plot, each with 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. Plot size 500 sq mtrs.

Excellent decorative order and is sold furnished. Beamed ceilings in lounge. Euro 170,500. Ref: 000076. Tel 617 537 866 San Miguel de Salinas - A really nice first floor 3 bed apartment in a very well looked after community, just a short walk to supermarkets, restaurants, and bars.

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Access to lovely communal gardens and a large communal swimming pool. Euro 79,995 Ref 000057. Tel 617 537 866 Redovan - Surrounded by lemon groves and fields of artichokes and broccoli, this three bed, two bathroom detached villa is situated on a plot of 600m2. It has its own 10m x 5m private swimming pool and a separate garage with access to a rooftop solarium. The property is distributed on one level with a tiled patio area leads into the main living and dining areas. Private Pool, Fully Furnished, Stunning views, Private Garden. Euro 210,000 Ref 000058. Tel 617 537 866 Sierra de Orihuela - This fabulous detached property is on a plot of 1.900m2 and has breath-taking views of the Sierra de Orihuela mountain range. The total built area is 135m2 which is distributed across four double bedrooms, two bathrooms, a lounge / dining area, and a modern openplan kitchen. Covered car port, manicured gardens and a private swimming pool. Fully Furnished.

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El Rancho Bowls Club.

RESULTS AND TABLES

The Raiders started the week with a bit of a flourish, playing host to Country Bowls Flamingos and tasting success by taking the rinks by 4-2 and the overall shots.

In the afternoon the Pintos were at San Luis against the Trekkers, always a tricky fixture. We did however enjoy good company and humour, though the bowls went a little against us, in taking just the one point.

Friday morning found the Mustangs playing at Montemar against the Matadors and turned in a good performance in taking two rinks, always a good result away from home. Geoff Jones, Jane Hamill and Stew Hamill 9-18. Barbara Jones, Sheila Cooper and Carolyn Harris 6-24. Ann Taylor, Shirley Edwards and Jim Taylor 12-15. Irene Thomson, Jim Gracie and Eddie Thomson 13-25. Diane Yates, Keith Cunningham and David Whitworth 26-14. June Whitworth, Henry Ryder and Richard Lee 19-15.

Meanwhile the Broncos entertained the Country Bowls Geckos and played well to take 3 rink and the overall shots. The Broncos also took the friendly rink, played by Tricia Elsam, Keith Longshaw and Tony Robinson, by 28-10. Pam Harris, Graham Day and Brian Harris 24-12. Gill Bartlett, Peter Blackburn and Rob Clark 14-16. Gary Dunstone, Bob Easthope and Barry Bright 13-27. Edward Elsam, John Richards and Gary Newson 17-11. David Baker, Ron Edwards and Mick Ager 17-20. Ann C Taylor, Denise Morgan and Malc Elmore 38-8. For membership details contact Brian Taylor on 965077093 or at briantaylor_es@yahoo.co.uk or Carolyn Harris on 966774316 or at elranchobowls.secretary@gmail.com

FRIDAY 10 NOVEMBER

DIVISION A Vistabella Lanzadores 107 Montemar Matadors 111 San Miguel Jaguars 96 Emerald Isle Cavaliers 101 Vistabella Picadors 88

(12) (10) (6) (8) (4)

La Marina Ospreys (2) El Rancho Mustangs (4) Mazarron Miners (8) Quesada Swallows (6) San Luis Lions (10)

81 85 93 88 110

San Luis Lions Vistabella Lanzadores Quesada Swallows Emerald Isle Cavaliers El Rancho Mustangs San Miguel Jaguars La Marina Ospreys Vistabella Picadors Mazarron Miners Montemar Matadors

P 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5

W 20 16 19 16 15 11 13 13 12 10

Diff 82 91 73 52 -33 -47 24 -54 -54 -134

Pts 50 44 44 38 34 31 30 30 25 22

D 0 4 0 0 0 3 0 2 1 0

L 10 10 11 14 15 16 17 15 17 20

Win 5 4 3 3 2 3 2 1 1 1

DIVISION B Em Isle Claymores La Marina Merlins La Siesta Blues San Luis Tigers

98 100 141 129

La Siesta Blues San Luis Tigers Greenlands Oaks Emerald Isle Claymores Horadada Royals Quesada Swifts La Marina Merlins San Miguel Cougars Emerald Isle Outlaws

(9) (10) (11) (10)

Quesada Swifts San Miguel Cougars Em Isle Outlaws Greenlands Oaks

(5) (2*) (3) (4)

94 86 76 85

P 5 5 5 4 4 4 4 5 4

W 18 17 16 14 12 10 9 9 4

Diff 85 91 70 82 -12 61 -36 -119 -222

Pts 47 45 42 37 29 27 21 20 9

(8) (6) (13) (5) (4)

Ctry Bowls Geckos (6) La Siesta Golds (8) Vbella Conquistadors (0) San Luis Leopards (9) Montemar Toreadors (10)

94 100 64 118 125

P 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3

W 14 12 11 9 9 7 8 6 6 6

Pts 32 27 26 23 20 19 16 15 15 12

D 5 3 2 3 1 4 1 2 1

L Win 7 3 10 4 12 4 7 3 11 2 10 2 14 1 19 1 19 0

DIVISION C El Rancho Broncos Greenlands Cedars La Manga Crusaders Quesada Swans San Luis Pumas

123 101 170 110 96

San Luis Leopards Quesada Swans Greenlands Cedars Vistabella Conquistadors La Manga Crusaders Country Bowls Geckos Montemar Toreadors El Rancho Broncos La Siesta Golds San Luis Pumas

D 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 1 1 0

L Win 4 2 6 2 7 3 8 2 9 1 10 2 10 1 11 1 11 1 12 0

Diff 89 94 79 1 19 -5 -22 -21 -118 -116

SAN MIGUEL BOWLS CLUB

CHRISTMAS MUFTI OPEN TRIPLES COMPETITION DATES: 16th, 17th, 18th December.

BIG PRIZE MONEY, 300 for the winning team, 150 for the runners up, and 75 to the 3rd and 4th place.

Closing date 18th November.

Tel: Ken Hope on 602 517 849 for further info

San Luis Bowls Club By Sheila Cammack.

An eventful week; heading into winter with a drop in temperature and a small earthquake rumbling through the area!

Monday 6th: Enterprise Div. SL Klingons, away v MM Matadors; a good result 10-4, shots 111-89. Winners: Colin Jackson, Keith Phillips, Giuseppe Galelli 22-19, Pat Bird, Ray Pollock, Graham Bird 23-11, Bob White, Ray Clarke, Ian Kenyon 19-12. Margaret Morrison, Sabrina Marks, Russell Marks 19-15.

Discovery Div. SL Trekkers, a great result home v ER Pintos 13-1, shots 156-71. Winners: Ros Holmes, Bill Webb, Mike Regan 37-9, Shirley Verity, Jo & Jules Pering 30-9, Helen Hammond, Barry Roseveare, Scott Malden 19-14, Judy Carroll, Les Bedford, Derrick Cooper 16-16, Irene Everett, Beryl Regan, Vic Slater 23-15, Alan Bowen, Peter Fuller, Suzi Cooper 31-8.

Voyager Div. SL Vulcans, a long trek away, v Maz Mariners, 1-13, 74 shots-124. Well done: Doug & Fay Beattie, Geoff Shand 15-15.

SL Romulans, home v VB Eagles, useful points 8-6, shots 120-95.

Winners: Pat Barnes, Ralph Jones, Harry Epsom 32-6, Chris Phillips, Ken Dullaway, Tom Fromson 22-10, Chris Lythe, Danny McErlean, Malcolm Ayton 21-15.

Wednesday 8th Winter League away v Quesada; as expected a close fought match 5points-7, 90 shots-81. Winners: Pam Lockett, Mike Regan, June & Keith Jones 30-14, Ann Holland, Keith Phillips, Brian Pocock, Sabrina Marks, 15-15.

Friday 10th Southern League: Div. A, SL Lions, away v VB Picadors, another good result, and nearly a clean sweep, 10-4, shots 110-88. Winners: Lynne Morris, Ray Clarke, Tom Hill 17-12, Kath Reid, Neil Morrison, Ian Kenyon 19-16, Janet McEneany, Bob White, Peter McEneany 23-12, Pam Lockett, June & Keith Jones 21-15.

Div. B, SL Tigers, home v GL Oaks, a good result 10-4, shots 12985. Winners: Helen Hammond, Barry Roseveare, Scott Malden 30-7, Irene Everett, Bill Webb, Vic Slater 26-9. Judy Carroll, Beryl Regan, Derrick Cooper 22-9, Marina Beardsall, Jan & Brian Pocock 20-17.

Div. C, SL Leopards away v Q Swans; a good result 9-5, shots 118110. Winners: Doug & Fay Beattie, Geoff Shand 30-14, Dennis Jackson, Sue Ross, Dave Steadman 30-21, Pat Tilley, Ray Whatmough, Babs Shand 20-15, Audrey Ford, Margaret Clarke, Charlie Marigold 14-14.

SL Pumas home v MM Toreadors had a real battle against a strong team 4-10, 96shots-125. Winners: Pat Baylis, Mary Fromson, Phil Hasler 18-16, Pat Barnes, Ralph Jones, Harry Epsom 20-18.

Club information: contact June Jones, Club Captain: 691 903 773.

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SAL ENTERPRISE LEAGUE. The Albatrosses at home v San Miguel Meteors had a great 12 point win. L Bishop, S Norris & B Dunn 27-5. L Watkins, S Allman & G Fisher 29-9. S Kemp, C Watkins & M Furness 24-7. N Burrows, A Brown & E Bishop 19-9.

S Broadhurst, P Whitehall & B Zelin 22-19. Shots, VB 132 - 67 SM. The Drivers away to La Siesta Apollo’s won 6 points from the teams of M Foulcer, A Leggatt & Martin Foulcer 22-13. K Hardy, D Howard & B Corbishly 18-15 and D Gunning, J Neve & L Barber 15-12. Shots, VB 97-111 LS. VOYAGER LEAGUE. The Eagles away to San Luis Romulans picked up 6 points from the teams of D Graham, S Kirk & D Stevenson 23-18. M Irwin, J Strachan & T French 24-6 and I Irwin, R Smith & A Kendall 17-11.Shots, VB 95-120 SL. WINTER LEAGUE. A stiff home game against Benitachell, our side was not up to scratch on this occasion, two teams just fell over the winning line. L Bishop, T French, B Norris & M Furness 16-15 and M Foulcer, L Barber, C Thorpe & G Fisher 15-14. Shots, VB 71(4)89(8) BBC. A return to better form next week? The Berleen unfortunately lost by just one shot.

SOUTHERN LEAGUE Div A. The Lanzadores excelled with a 12 point win at home v La Marina Ospreys...that’s a very good result! L Watkins, B Norris & K Cuthbert 23-12. G Fisher, S Norris & Gordon Fisher 23-14. M Burrows, S Allman & E Bishop 18-11. S Whitehall, S Broadhurst & B Dunn 16-14. L Bishop, C Watkins & P Whitehall 13-12. Shots, VB 107-81 LM. Picadors at home v San Luis Lions. Two winning rinks for 4 points.

K Hardy, B Pointon & C Thorpe 19-17. D Leggatt, Mo & Martin Foulcer 14-13. Shots, VB 88 - 110 SL...the Lions are always a tough nut to crack.

Div C Conquistadores had a nightmare on the grass at La Manga playing the Crusaders, the teams lost on all Rinks. Shots VB 64-170 La Manga. You’re not the first to suffer and you won’t be the last...but you have got the return fixture to look forward to!

Country Bowls Report

by Peter Dix

On Sunday we held our annual memorial trophy game in memory of past members Ruth Fernandez and Victor Statham, 30 members competed for the trophies over 18 ends and the winners were ladies, Sandra Simpson and men’s Niel West. Trophies were presented by Joel Fernandez and Doreen Statham who appreciated the support for this event.

In the leagues this week we travelled to El Rancho on both Monday and Friday, never an easy green to play and it was quick and windy on both days.

It was extra difficult on Monday for both sets of players with a strong northerly wind blowing across the green, but we persevered and stuck to the task in hand resulting in a win on 2 rinks and collect 4 points to El Rancho’s 10, shots 92 for, 123 against.

Rink scores: Gary Ponsford, Jean Turner, Gordon Dixon 12 – 19, Sandra Simpson, Derek Jiggins, Peter Dix 10 – 24, Brenda Jiggins, Ben Noke, Phillip Warrington 9 – 20, Geoff Eggleston, Pat Emmett, John Simpson 9 – 29, Ann Barratt,Dave Smith, Lesley Turner 14 – 12, Linda Freeman, Keith Holliman, Geoff Paylor 28 – 19 On Friday it was a very cold start making the green even quicker than normal and again coping with the windy conditions was difficult for all. We started very well on some rinks and maintained this on 3 rinks this time coming out on top on 3 rinks, but losing the long game on shot difference to the Broncos, overall shots 94 to 123 against , points 6 for and 8 against.

Rink scores: Mike Davies, Geoff Eggleton, Geoff Paylor 12 – 16, Sandra Simpson, Derek Jiggins, Dot Davies 12 – 24, Graham Richardson, Andy White, Les Turner 20 – 17, Linda Freeman, Pat Emmett, Phil Warrington 27 – 13, Brenda Jiggins, Gary Ponsford, Peter Dix 15 – 14, Lynne Bryce, Jean Turner, Gordon Dixon 8 - 38 For further information view our new website www.countrybowlsmurcia.com for all the latest news or email President Peter Dix at peterdix1948@googlemail.com

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San Miguel Bowls Club

By Pat McEwan

It was a bad day on Monday for all 3 San Miguel SABA teams!!!

The METEORS came off worst, they were away to Vistabella Albatrosses only managing 2 points. Carol Rudge, Stuart Hemmings, Gail Willshire won 18-11, well done. Shots were 67 to San Miguel and 132 against.

The PULSARS had a disappointing result, playing bottom of the league La Marina Explorers at home and only picking up 4 points.

Well played by Irene Ward, Sheila Booth, Mike Douglas 14-10: Alan Booth, Sue Milner, John Raby 21-18. Shots for 85, against 112.

The COMETS also got 4 points away to Greenland Maples, with 85 shots to San Miguel and 127 against. Well done to Bob Nesbitt, Eileen Potts, Ann Eagle 21-17: Sheila Errington, Kent Hekelund, Bob Donnelly 16-11.

Better result for the Winter League against Javea, who picked up 5 points, missing the overall shots by 2. Results were Jan Allen, Val Collier, Don Whitney, Stuart Denholm 13-10: Carol Rudge, Brian Miller, Allan Patterson, Cliff Plaisted 17-12: Reg Cooper, Lee Sinclair, Dave Greenland, Lynn Greenland 15 across. Lin Millers teams had a very close game only losing by 2 shots.

In the Southern League the JAGUARS were at home to Mazarron Miners picking up 6 points. Shots were very close with San Miguel getting 96 to Mazarrons 93. Well played by Pat McEwan, Jan Farmer, Dave McEwan 24-10: William Holtham, Brenda Rees, Alan Campbell 19-14. John Stadens team lost by 1 shot: Mike Douglas team lost by 2 shots and John Marshall teams lost by 3, unlucky teams.

The COUGARS played with one team short, due to a players car breaking down and not making it, it meant losing 2 points and 10 shots given away!! Shows how important it is to have a reserve on hand!! Winning teams were Bob Nesbitt, Bob Graham, Rosamond Stockell 21-16: Eileen Potts, Frank Scotthern, Barbara Scotthern 1916; Jack Jacksons team lost by 1 shot, Bob Donnellys team also lost by 1 Total shots were 86 to the Cougars 100 shots against.

The balance for the Christmas Dinner is now being collected by Paul Thomas, Total to be paid is €17 per person.

Jan is collecting the Club Competition entry fees AND the Federation Fees for 2018.

The CHRISTMAS MUFTI OPEN triples, on 16th 17th, 18th December needs more entries. BIG PRIZE MONEY.€300 for the winners, €150 for the runners up and €75 for the 3rd and 4th place.

See Ken Hope for further details. Closing date 18th November.

The Christmas Appeal notice is on the board.

WASPS still on a Wednesday €5 for bowling, includes use of shoes and woods, free tuition if required, 1.30 start.

For further information on San Miguel Bowls Club, please contact our President, Rosamond Stockell, telephone 699 232 910 or Secretary, Pat McEwan, telephone 966 71 4257.

Emerald Isle Bowls Club

ELWYN MORRIS

Monday morning the Titans visited Quesada Pearls and got beaten 68, aggregate of 85-112, winning trips were C Parsons K Jolliffe D Gerrard 14-9, P Coffey M Parsons P Willicott 18-13, M Riley J Pooley J Mulloy 16-14 Monday afternoon the Neptunes played at Quesada against the Diamonds and got beat 0 -14 aggregate of 89-137 The Moonrakers played at home against Monte Mar Toreadors, and they went down 2-12, aggregate of 80-103, winning trip was B Taylor B Smith M Willicott,19-7 Wed brought Bonalba the Emerald Isle and the game finished all Square at 6-6 aggregate 90-64, the winning rinks were D Jones J Westall M Odell J Rimmer 36-7, M Whitelock J Pooley S Westall C Lindgren 17-11 Friday the Cavaliers played at home in the morning against Quesada Swallows, and won 8-6 aggregate of 101-88, winning trips were M Riley J Pooley J Mulloy 22-9, C Donnellan D Birkett J Rimmer 199, C Thomas K Jolliffe D Gerrard 16-15,.

In the afternoon The Claymores played at home against Quesada Swifts and they came out on top by 9-5 aggregate of 98-94 winning trips were S Kavanagh E Morris B Kavanagh 19-10, L Hawkins D Rhodes A Burns 17-10, V Cameron S Watson P Creswell 16-15 and there was a drawn trip of R Adams M Petty M Breen 24-24 The Outlaws played away at La Siesta Blues and slipped to a defeat by 3-11, and an aggregate of 76-141 winning trip was B Donohoe T Culpin F King 18-14 and there was a drawn trip by P Kelly G Smith G Farrington 18-18 SAPS is still played on Sat afternoons during winter from 13-30 pm Bowls Shoes and Tuition supplied for 5 Euros per person

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Las Ramblas Social Club Poppy Day Competition Monday we played 3.2.1 and the winners with a score of 87 pt. were Geoff Biggerstaff, Ellen Drakesmith, Ron Phipps and Dean Rawlings.

Wednesday was our Poppy Day competition with lots of prizes to be won coupled with a raffle all to raise money for the British Legion represented on the day by Mick The Grip.

There were 4 nearest the pin Holes won as follows: 6th Hole Hendrick Oldenziel, 10th Hole Mike Chapman, 12th Hole Liz Robertson, 14th Hole John Drakesmith There were 7 other prizes including accumulative scores on the par 3´s and par 5´s won by Hendrick Oldenziel, low handicap and Lindsay Forbes, high handicap, respectively. All Prizes were sponsered by our own members.

The Main Competition was a normal Stableford and the results were as follows: 1st Nick Campbell 37 pt, 2nd Alan Douglas 36 pt, 3rd Reg Akehurst 35 pt and 4th on a count back Rod Doel 35 pt.

La Marina Report by Barry Latham The week started early when the Club played Bonalba in the Premier 20.This consists of singles, pairs, trips and rinks played home and away at the same time. At home our Singles played by Andy Bartlett won 21-11. The Pairs lost unfortunately. The Trips were Shirley Hadaway, Cliff Rawlinson and Kathy Manning who won 30-6 while not to be out done Dave Hadaway led his Rink of Mike Smith, Carol Smith and Mo Kidd to a 28-5 victory. The away team obviously had to play their strong home side and we lost both Singles and Pairs by the same score of 15-21. The Trips of Alex Whyte, Mike Stone and Janet Parsons held on to win by two shots. The Rink did well and won 22-11 skipped by Barry Latham, Garth Slater, Wendy Latham and Anne Stone. Very close over there winning by one shot overall.

So La Marina won 10-6. Good on yer. Come Monday and the good play went on with both the Explorers and the Pathfinders winning.

The Explorers played away against San Miguel Pulsars and won 104. A good all round performance with Pete Parsons leading his trip of Mike Surch and Chris Webb to a 23-13 win. Tom Spencer, Margaret McLaughlin and Steve Douglas won by 13 shots. Richard Robinson, Carol Smith and Anne Stone fought well to win by four.

Alex Whyte, Martin Webb and Janet Parsons did well winning 2114. The Pathfinders went over to Greenlands to face the Sycamores and came away with a comfortable victory of 12-2. Alan Castle, Bernie Carr and Paul Tregoing won 26-13. John Withers, Garth

Slater and Jean Tregoing won 21-11. Terry and Jean Perchard plus Jack Chorlton won a close game by two shots. John Morgan, Angie Butler and Gina Hindle won 25-20 and to top the lot Sue Daniels, John Rae and Barbara Forshaw (Good job the dentist sorted her teeth) had a great win of 34-5. Good week so far with another win, this time in the Winter League versus Greenlands at their place 8-4.

Well done everyone. Len Daniels, Steve Hindle, Ron Maiden and Anne Stone combined together to a 17-12 victory while Dave Taylor (just out of hospital), Mike Smith, Martin Butler and Mo Taylor (looking after him) won 19-7. Barry Latham, Peter Parsons, Wendy Latham and Dave O’Sullivan pulled through to win 23-14. Many thanks for the great meal put on by Greenlands after the match. The Merlins entertained the San Miguel Cougars at La Marina and did themselves proud by winning 10-4. One rink won because of a mishap to the opposition’s car giving us 10 shots advantage. John Withers won by 10 shots with the help of Steve Hindle and Martin Butler. Sue Daniels, John Rae and Mo Taylor managed to survive even though they dropped five on the last end while Barry Latham, Berni Carr and Barbara Forshaw won with the last wood on the last end. Ah well all good things come to an end when the Ospreys flew over to Vistabella and lost to the Lanzadores 2-10. Our only winning rink was provided by Alex Whyte, Jim Reeves and Dave O’Sullivan.

La Siesta Bowls by Rod Edgerton A great day’s bowling on Monday for those playing and watching as both the Apollos and the Pioneers had home fixtures in the SABA Enterprise and Voyager Divisions. Both matches followed similar patterns which ended in 8 point to 6 victories after close matches on all the rinks. Stars for the Apollos against Vistabella Drivers.were the rinks of Pat Moore, John Taylor and Jean Cooper who won 24-11 and Tony and Val Dalton with Dave Laverick who won 25-12 with both rinks leading from the starting gun and each team teams winning 12 of the 18 ends. Ever reliable Dawn Taylor with Florence and Mike Edwards gained 5 shots on the last two ends to win 21-19.The final shots totals being 111 to 97 to the Apollos.

Stars for the Pioneers against the Quesada Rubies had to be the rink of Wendy Ralph with Jack and Barbara Cooper who after 9 ends were trailing by 9 shots but had a remarkable second 9 to pull off a 24-11 win. Sue Mahomet, Sheila Millward and Pat Reilly continued their good form with a 24-17 win whilst Molly Russell, Joe Kocsis and John Porter managed to win 18-15.Credit must go to the whole team even the losing rinks as each fought to the end to achieve a 114-108 win. The overall shots in the match were close throughout leaving the overall win in doubt until the final ends were played.

Back to winning ways for La Siesta in the Winter League at home to

Montemar winning on 4 of the 5 rinks obtaining 10 points with the total shots being 105-68. The best winning rinks were Pat and Trish Reilly with Mike and Florence Edwards winners by 32-14 and Barbara Cooper, George Richardson, Sue Jordan and Brian Fraser winning 27-11.

The Blues entertained Emerald Isle Outlaws and won on 4 rinks and drew on another picking up 11 points to the Outlaws 3.The shots going to the Blues by 141-76.Excellent wins for Robert Heath with Mike and Florence Edwards winning 36-7 and Dawn and John Taylor with Brian Harman winners by 29-9 were the highlights of an excellent result.

The Golds were away at Greenlands against the Cedars and won the match by 8 points to 6 in a match that saw the shots difference being in favour of the Cedars by the narrowest of margins of 1 shot.

Biggest winners for the Golds came from Alan Ralph with Penny and John Porter whilst wins on 3 further rinks gave the Golds a slender victory. Our thanks go to John Clarke for his sterling efforts in the past few years in captaining the team but who has now decided it is time for a well earned rest in this position although he will still remain one of our key bowlers within the squad.

El Rancho Bowls Club The Raiders started the week with a bit of a flourish, playing host to Country Bowls Flamingos and tasting success by taking the rinks by 4-2 and the overall shots.

In the afternoon the Pintos were at San Luis against the Trekkers, always a tricky fixture. We did however enjoy good company and humour, though the bowls went a little against us, in taking just the one point.

Friday morning found the Mustangs playing at Montemar against the Matadors and turned in a good performance in taking two rinks, always a good result away from home. Geoff Jones, Jane Hamill and Stew Hamill 9-18. Barbara Jones, Sheila Cooper and Carolyn Harris 6-24. Ann Taylor, Shirley Edwards and Jim Taylor 12-15. Irene Thomson, Jim Gracie and Eddie Thomson 13-25. Diane Yates, Keith Cunningham and David Whitworth 26-14. June Whitworth, Henry

Ryder and Richard Lee 19-15.

Meanwhile the Broncos entertained the Country Bowls Geckos and played well to take 3 rink and the overall shots. The Broncos also took the friendly rink, played by Tricia Elsam, Keith Longshaw and Tony Robinson, by 28-10. Pam Harris, Graham Day and Brian Harris 24-12. Gill Bartlett, Peter Blackburn and Rob Clark 14-16.

Gary Dunstone, Bob Easthope and Barry Bright 13-27. Edward Elsam, John Richards and Gary Newson 17-11. David Baker, Ron Edwards and Mick Ager 17-20. Ann C Taylor, Denise Morgan and Malc Elmore 38-8.

Membership details:Brian Taylor on 965 07 7093 or at briantaylor_es@yahoo.co.uk or Carolyn Harris on 966 77 4316 or at elranchobowls.secretary@gmail.com

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Eurogolf Poppy Golf Day On Thursday 9th November 80 players took part in a shotgun start Texas scramble. The results were 1st Pete Cleaver, Albert Cook, Clare Daye-Gretton , Ed Silvester 62.3 2nd Tom Cotgrove, Duane James, John Cross, Pam Cook 63.3 c/b 3rd John Barraclough, Steve Sayers, Gill Britten, Ken Enever 63.3 NTPs 5th Bib Adkin 11th Fred Reeve 12th in 2 Pete Cleaver15th David Gregson 17th Bert Lawson Football Peter Sanderson Chris Stanley Duane James Felix Mallon and Debbie Weedon.

After the game we enjoyed a brunch in the Clubhouse and members meals were subsidised by Eurogolf.

Dianne Budd from the RBL Torrevieja branch was invited along with 8 standard bearers. Eurogolf member and Exsoldier Steve Sayers recited a poem in rememberance of those who gave their lives and 2 minutes silence was held.

Over €500 was raised on the day plus we have the collection tins to count.

TUESDAY TOFFS On Tuesday 7th November over 80 players took part in Toffs weekly stableford competition and the results were .Cat 1 (0-15) 1st Arty Crammon

38 2nd Paul Manning 36 3rd Franz Berndt 35 Cat 2 (16-22) 1st Ian Turner 37 2nd Dave Nichols 36 3rd John Kirkwood 35 Cat 3 (23-28) 1st Morag Turner 36 c/b 2nd Ray Porter 36 c/b 3rd Kevin Bonser 36 Cat 4 (26+) 1st Chris Stanley 35 2nd Peter Sanderson 33 3rd Bev Evans 31 Overall Toffs winner Arty Crammon Best front 9 Malcolm Foskett 19 Best back 9 Pam Welsh 19 NTPs 5th Malcolm Foskett 11th Peter Sanderson 12th in 2 Kevin Bonser 15th Hedy Paeligh 17th Duane James Football draw Pete Gartside George McCallum Martin Welsh Dave Nichols and Clive Horne.

If you would like to play at La Marquesa Tuesdays and Thursdays with one of the largest societies on the Costa Blanca please visit the website www.eurogolfquesada.co.uk.

Mike ProBert talks golf

Our annual competition in aid of the Royal British Legion Poppy Day Appeal was held at Font del Llop golf course on a beautifully warm day.

Once again a “usual suspects" day, apart from returning member John Milton who , after an absence of 6 years, managed a second place finish in the silver division with 39 points.

A return to his old handicap is in the offing!!

Winner of the silver division on count-back from John was Gerrard McCabe, also winning an NTP and sharing the 2’s pot with Alan Craig.

Runner -up in the gold division was Bill Stobo, soundly beaten by fellow Scot Graeme Buchanan who also won an NTP. The other two NTP's were won by Vic Smith.

Many thanks to Mick "the grip" for providing the extra prizes to our winners, and to our members for paying up on fines to be passed on to the British Legion. There were obviously many bunker shots played!!

Our next meeting is at Altorreal on November 23rd, first tee 10.32 at a cost of 40 euros. We will be playing for the Barclays trophy.

An early reminder of the presentation dinner on Friday 1st December. Full details will follow shortly.

Also the AGM on Tuesday 5th December. Both will be held at the la marina sports centre.

Finally, many thanks to Helena and Nicky for feeding us at the sports centre.

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SHORT GAME SECRETS Every single golfer who has played this wonderful game is looking for the ‘secret’ to golf to enable them to be a great player.

No one asks if there is a secret they just convince themselves that there is one and pursue it endlessly.

Well I have some good news for your there IS a secret to playing good golf the bad news is that there is MORE than one, many in fact.

Do want to know something daft?

Well these aren’t really secrets because you already know what they are because they could simply be called the ‘truths of the game’ according to a US expert called Dave Pelz.

For those who do not know him he is the short game wizard and guru to the USA tour stars including the incredible Phil Mickelson.

If these techniques work for him then you then this article should now start to get your attention.

I will attempt to briefly explain the five secrets to a better short game as taught by Dave Pelz, namely: The secret of feedback - If you can't receive and analyse feedback from your shots and correlate them both consciously and subconsciously with your actions and learn from these experiences then you will not improve.

Intelligent Practise - Never hit a few buckets of ball for the sake of it this is exercise not practise.

It is essential that you work at a slower rate than normal, think about every shot, go through your pre-shot routine as if playing a shot on the course and ensure that you take your proper address position for every shot Alignment - Never practise any golf shot without adopting your correct address and alignment position because even a good swing will result in the ball going in the wrong direction and moreover your subconscious will actually try to hit the ball at the target and corrections will be made during your swing.

You will never groove or learn a good swing on this basis so at all time during practice use a club on the ground (aimed parallel to the target line) to assist you with the alignment learning process.

Trajectory - Never turn away after a golf shot just because it has gone in the wrong direction because you can still learn something from the shot in particular the trajectory.

After each practise shot ask yourself was the shot on target? was it the correct distance? was the trajectory correct? if not why not? was the trajectory the same as the last shot?

These thoughts will help you on the golf course and therefore it is important to check the height and character of each shot’s trajectory.

The Finish - Before you play any shot your must visualise it in your minds eye so that you make the perfect motion.

You can only achieve this from experience and seeing and feeling how different swings cause the ball to react in different ways.

You can’t learn this from watching other people, reading books or watching videos.

One method used to assist this process is to ‘hold your finish after each practise shot because it causes kinesthetic awareness.

All you have to do is to complete the follow through position of the swing, without moving so that you have the feel of the swing as the ball lands.

Holding the finish position will help the mind to correlate the swing and feel needed to play a certain short to obtain certain results.

You should try these techniques for yourself but regardless you should always remember that bad practise is worse than no practise at all.

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Paddy’s Point Golf Society This year we chose Alenda for our “Away Day” and it proved to be a great success. The course was enjoyed by us all although the the subtle borrows on the fast greens caught most of us out. The weather was great for November with shorts being the order of the day. On arrival back at Paddy's a lovely meal awaited us, thank you once again Rory, Hazel and staff.

Please note our December Outing to RODA has been brought forward to the 6th.

NTP - Eldon Carey, Ollie Teahan, Myra Coull and Seamus MacGearailt.

LONGEST DRIVES - Neal O’Dowd and Myra Coull. The 2’s pot was shared by Neil Taylor and Pat Foley. BEST GUEST - Sean Curtin 29pts.

3rd place Dave Tudor 34pts 2nd Willie Crangle 34pts c/b, Winner of the Caledonia Trophy Pat Foley 35pts. Photo shows Pat receiving his trophy from the Captain.

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Torry leave it late as win lifts them to 2nd CD Torrevieja ............... 2 UD Petrelense ............. 0

E

ven though Torry had lost ground on fellow Preferente division pace setters, following last weeks draw at Redovan, belief amongst the squad was that this was just a slight blip.

After all, the defence boasted the meanest goals against statistics of only 5 in 10 games, whilst visitors Petrelense had leaked 29 goals, therefore becoming the most generous. Surely gaffer Pedreño would be opening a bottle of his favourite tipple come the final whistle, as his boys in blue and white retained their rightful playoff spot.

The game got off to a lively start with the home side taking the game to the visitors but despite the attackers having plenty of the ball it was the overlapping full back Borja who had the first meaningful effort on goal, skimming the crossbar with keeper Luis all at sea.

Victor Hugo put a shot the wrong side of Buyo’s post on the quarter hour mark but this was Petrelense’s only real foray into the Tory box during the opening 45.

Skipper Vicente should have done better when he ballooned his effort over the bar after being played through with a delightful ball from Beltran and Walid headed over when well placed to score but on the half hour mark new boy Mar was on target with his second in two starts.

The new addition to the squad slid the ball under the body of the advancing Luis, following through to clip the ball home from a tight angle. However, moments later, the big Algerian was booked after bundling over the visiting keeper. This aggressive side to his nature will be something that Pedreño will be carefully watching.

The lead was no more than Torry deserved, having dominated much of the play without really capitalising on their chances.

We were all expecting rather more as the second period got under-

Algerian striker Mar was on target for Torry the 2nd time in two starts

way but it was left until the dying minutes before Juanpe could make the game safe. The 61st minute sub seized on a poor back pass to round Luis in the Petrelense goal to secure the points for Torry.

At that stage the home side could have been staring at a share of the points but after Petrelense sub Sergio inexplicably missed an empty goal from close range midway through the half the home side were always favourites to take the points.

The win lifts Torry into second place but with leaders Hercules winning comfortably at Pinoso they will have to do a whole lot better in the coming weeks if they are to overhaul the Alicante club.

Torry’s next game is on Saturday 18 November, ko 4pm at Jove Espanol. The Torry army intend running a coach to the match.

Details on their Facebook page or website.

TPGS – Roda – Poppy Day Competition T.M.G.S. @ La Marquesa 8/11/17 Roda was the venue for our Poppy Day event.

Once again it was supported very well with 40 golfers battling it out for the 2 divisional prizes.

The “two’s pot” was shared between 2 golfers, Darrell Rose and Phil Sully each receiving 40 euros.

As always, we have a prize for the golfer who did not have the best of rounds! The receiver of this weeks bottle of wine was Ray Pullen with a score of 18.

Moving on to the main prizes today’s best placed Lady was Jackie Rust with a score of 28.

We had 7 guests playing today. Winning Wine/Sleeves of balls were 3rd place Alan Carter with 28 points. 2nd place Colin Fearnley also with 28 points. 1st place Colin Rust with 37 points.

Our Silver category saw fine scoring. The winners were; 3rd Place – Darrell Rose, 35 points 2nd Place – Richard Allen, 35 points, pipped Darrell

on countback 1st Place – Barry Mitchell, 36 points.

On to the Gold division; 3rd Place – Dave Lethaby, 32 points. 2nd Place – Ron Temple, 33 points. 1st Place – Daz Hancock, 36 points.

As well as our usual prizes, ‘Mick the Grip’ provided additional Poppy themed prizes, we are delighted to announce that the Society raised a total of 743 euros for the Royal British Legion. A BIG thank you to everyone. Thanks must also go to Carl and Lisa at the Ale House.

Our next game is 17th November at El Valle. Book online at www.theplazagolfsociety.com Don’t forget our Christmas Party at Las Ramblas on Saturday 09th December. 35 euros per person, includes 3 course meal, wine and beer at the table and entertainment by Dan Davy.

Today we played the 2nd round of our Eclectic competition. The weather conditions seemed perfect for a good round of golf and for one of our members it proved to be so Captain John Eyre returned the best score of the day with his 42 points! Oh and a nice handicap cut! Just what the Brits didn’t want a few weeks before we play the Vikings for the Viking Trophy, which they are yet to win! This years’ competition will be played at Villamartin on the 27th November, watch this space to see who comes out on top. La Marquesa was again presented in pristine condition and a pleasure to play and still they are making even more improvements. Results: N.T.P.’s hole 5 K. Persson, hole 11 T. Roed, hole 15 Nada, hole 17 it’s not usual, Tom Jones. The 2’s pot contained just €30 this week and members

were hoping that there would not be a repeat of last week’s record of 9 twos. In fact there were only 2 this week and the €30 was shared between S. Hill and K. Hunter (aka Isaac) best guest this week was J. Landvik with 30 pts.

Bronze cat: 3rd J. Hillier 28 pts. 2nd T. Finne 31 pts. 1st M. Mhyrvold 33 pts. Silver cat: 3rd T. Roed 33 pts. 2nd K. Johnsen 36 pts. 1st O. Nygaard 36 pts. on L/H. Gold cat: 3rd N. Spaniol 34 pts. 2nd K. Aasebo 36 pts. 1st J. Eyre 42 pts. Photo. N.T.P. winners. Date for your Diary. Christmas Texas Scramble and Meal on the 13/12/17 at La Marquesa. For all of the latest info about our Society please visit www.tmgs.org or www.facebook.com/TMGSGOLF our telephone number is 661 524 101

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