Costa Blanca and Costa Calida Leader Edition 652

No 652 Monday 30th January - Sunday 5th February, 2017

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IU seek blueprint to protect San Miguel Cave Houses The leader of the Izquierda Unida in San Miguel de Salinas, Bienvenida Campillo, has denounced the council for failing to implement a municipal project to revitalize one of the most iconic attractions in the town, the site of the cave houses which have been in situ since time immemorial.

She said that the work "remains stalled because of a lack of interest by the government team to put it in hand" stating that it has been ready to go "since 2011 when it first obtained the approval of the Generalitat, but since which time nothing has been done�

The plan to update the small settlement of about 20 houses was first muted back in 2003 with the approval of a whole

series of local actions that would both improve the standing of the cave house dwellers, of the houses themselves and of the surrounding area.

It was suggested that they could be promoted as a great attraction drawing many thousands of additional visitors to

the town and thereby ensuring a much needed boost to the local economy.

Unfortunately, though, the council have not accredited the

site with the importance that it deserves, with the plan suffering all sorts of variations since it was first introduced.

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But in 2008 the departments of Urbanism and Culture eventually announced that they considered it’s improvement necessary for the preservation of this symbolic settlement and that it should be subject to a special plan for which they obtained the approval in 2011, however, since that announcement there appears to have been no progress whatsoever, despite the fact that the matter is raised at regular plenary meetings.

Campillo says that there are about twenty cave

houses that are grouped together in a small community "but in an environment that is suffering from decline". She adds that the public lighting of a small green area has not worked for some time nor are the gardens cared for or the area cleaned." “The blueprint is important because the area can become a tourist attraction where the town can hold cultural events, exhibitions or workshops by artisans and where children can get to learn about traditional trades."

She hopes that at some point Sanmigueleras caves can resemble those of the Rodeo in Rojales with their regular attractions and activities.

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There is speculation that it could be a storage facility used during the Spanish civil war

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resident has stumbled on a mystery structure on Cala Mosca, the last green area on Orihuela Costa where a developer plans to build 1,500 new houses.

obvious since it could complicate and delay the final building permission which he is desperately seeking.

There is speculation that it could be a storage facility used during the Spanish civil war or the remains of an old irrigation system.

C.L.A.R.O., has for years led a campaign to Save Cala Mosca. Thanks to our petition, signed by over 7,000 persons determined to prevent a mega building project which would destroy this last remaining open land on the coast, we have secured the support of the European Parliament which has effectively blocked the project until all legal avenues are explored before the project can be given final approval.

What is clear is that the developer, the owner of the land, has an obligation to declare what this is and have it properly investigated. C.L.A.R.O. will insist that this is done.

Currently a public consultation is in process where the degree of protection of two endangered species present on Cala Mosca, a rare flower and a snail, is one of the key issues.

It could be of some archaeological importance and be protected by regional or local laws. The developer has no excuse for not having declared it already. It is his obligation. He has owned the land for decades and applied for building permission 10 years ago.

The latest find could be a lucky break. If, after official investigation, it is decided that it is of public interest this could affect the planned building project. Every legitimate means should be used to protect this emblematic zone.

The structure is made of bricks and stones. It descends 10-15 metres at a gradient of 45 degrees leading to what appears to be a tunnel or cave.

The person who discovered the structure did not enter and to do so would require authorisation, lights and proper protection.

The infrastructure of streets and pavements has been in place for several years. He and his employees must know every inch of the land. Of course, if the structure is of significance and is protected by law, his interest in remaining silent is

It will be a difficult task as can be seen by the action of the governing Popular Party of Orihuela and its new coalition partner, the Citizens Party, who voted against a motion in last week's plenary meeting to postpone the building project and protect Cala Mosca.

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FORTHCOMING PP PARTY MEETING There will be a meeting on Monday 13th February 2017, 4pm at Bar Sackos, El Limonar.

The Guest Speaker will be Samantha Biddles of the Quiron Hospital talking about healthcare and related issues.

Also in attendance from the PP Party will be Councillor Rosario Martinez and Graham Knight.

Don't miss this opportunity to discuss any concerns you may have.

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Councillors ‘drop in’ on Cabo Roig

L to r - John Critcher, Modesto, Luisa Boné, Sofía Álvarez, Patsy Calvert and Fermin

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ollowing the invitation made two weeks ago by the Leader Newspaper, for the Mayor and his Councillors to visit the Orihuela Costa, Luisa Boné, in her first full day as Councillor for Beaches and Coastal Coordinator, was accompanied by Sofía Álvarez, Tourism, Transport and Foreign Residents, as the pair walked through Cabo Roig with local coordinators John Critcher and Patsy Calvert.

John and Patsy explained that they were not conducting a blame session, they simply wanted to improve the cleanliness and sanitation around Cabo Roig and the Orihuela Costa, where tourists would once again arrive in numbers to take advantage of the wonderful facilities that the area has on offer.

The pair were able to point out many areas of concern, some involving cleanliness, waste disposal, the collection of rubbish and the hygiene around many of the locations in which the bins are positioned.

They also expressed their distress that in many other areas, all on the forecourts or terraces of local banks, restaurants and warehouses, there were a number of aspects of the infrastructure that had been allowed to deteriorate to such an extent that they now presented a danger to the general public.

Mr Critchley highlighted the Iberdrola Electricity 3 phase junction box outside the Trinity Pub that had already been denounced by the Pub owner. He said that it was a major problem of health and Safety, and it had been for a couple of years. He suggested that it was only a matter of time before somebody was seriously injured.

Almost adjacent to this is an Hidraqua water meter and distribution

point where the pavement has been broken and the pipework is displayed above ground. These, in addition to the graffiti, the broken fencing, steps, kerbstones and protruding drainage covers were all noted by the visiting delegation.

Cllr Álvarez explained that many of the problems occurred on private land and as such there was little that the council could do. She said that the newly formed Cabo Roig Association should approach the individual owners following which, if no progress was made, they should be denounced.

One thing that was agreed was the re-siting of the 4 green plastic bins on Calle del Mar. Boné said that she would instruct the refuse company to take the necessary action. She added that the bins would be moved and their current site thoroughly cleaned out in the next day or two.

The Councillor then moved onto the coast itself where, along with colleague Modesto, she walked along the Paseo de Aguamarina. She said that plans would be put in place to ensure a regular clean which would include it’s hosing down along with the removal of litter and waste.

Although the councillors said they were unable to help with many of the problems raised they agreed that the visit had been worthwhile having clarified many questions, which will enable them to make better informed decisions in the future.

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New Minister licensed at La Siesta Evangelical church L

ast Saturday Mrs. Jeanie Cooper was licensed to work alongside Pastor Keith Brown at La Siesta Evangelical church by Pastor Abraham Garcia the Minister of the I.E.E. church in Cartagena and President of The Presbytery of Lavente. Pastor Abraham was assisted by Pastor Keith Brown of La Siesta Evangelical church.

the role of Choir master after a long advertising campaign in our local newspapers.

Jeanie will now be able to work alongside Keith as joint Minister, taking services in La Siesta Church including Holy Communion, Baptisms, Wedding Blessings and Funerals services.

We wish Jeanie well in her new Ministry.

The service took place in front of many church members including the choir which is now led by Jeanie’s husband Geoff Cooper who has accepted

RNA’s Dick jumps to raise funds for two local charities R oyal Navy Association member, Richard Conway took to the skies in November to raise much needed funds for two Torrevieja charities – Alzheimer’s and AECC. Richard jumped in tandem with his instructor from a light aircraft at a height of 4,000 metres. The plane, a Piper Cherokee, took off from Aerodrome

Obdura near Albacete on a beautiful sunny day with light winds.

The photo shows Richard with his instructor, enjoying the view as he comes down to earth.

Richard raised over €4,000 for his two chosen charities and was sponsored by members of the RNA and The Nook Pub Team as well as other friends and family members.

Torrevieja branch of the Royal Naval Association meet on the first Wednesday of the month at 5pm at bar/restaurante El Paraiso near Carrefour, Torrevieja.

For info please call Chairman Paul Edwards on 618 644 934,Vice Chairman Danny Kay on 966716274 or Secretary Margaret Forshaw on 966 921 996.

You don’t have to be former Royal Navy personnel to join and nor are you required to jump out of aeroplanes, but new members do get a “tot” of rum!

The photo shows Jeanie holding her License together with Pastor Abraham and Pastor Keith

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La Salinas Lodge in support of Torrevieja Alimentos Solidarios L

as Salinas Lodge No 79 held a lunch last Thursday at the Asturias restaurant, where they celebrated the presentation of 1300 euros worth of foodstuffs to Alimentos Soladarios.

The charity, which is situated on C/San Pascual 227 in Torrevieja, runs a ‘soup kitchen’ from which it distributes hot food, all prepared on the premises by a professional chef, to over 300 people a day and almost 2000 every week. It does so with the help of almost 70 volunteers.

The kitchen first opened its doors to needy individuals and families in January 2010, since when it has largely survived on the generosity of the local public. It has received some small council grants in the past but these seem to be diminishing as the funding to all charities is reduced. As such it has become increasingly reliant on donations from public groups and associations.

Past Worshipful Master, John Edwards, said that he had visited the kitchen and

From left to right - Antonio Sanchez, Charity Steward Eddie Davis, Rosa Ochando Santander, Martina Mazon and Past Master John Edwards.

seen how it works at first hand. He said that it really was a worthwhile cause and the experience had almost obliged him to adopt it as his annual charity whilst in the chair.

Most pleasingly, the result was in evidence at the lunch when Alimentos Soladarios supporters, Antonio Sanchez and Martina Mazon, formally thanked the Lodge members for their generous donation.

Charity Steward Eddie Davis, who after 12 years with the lodge is moving back to the UK, said that he too was delighted to help in drawing the donations together and that he had been particularly pleased by the generosity of Los Balcones supermarket Dial Prix which, as a gesture of their own solidarity, had increased the value of the 1000euros collected by the Lodge to 1300 euros worth of goods.

John Edwards said that all of the goods, which included over 750 litres of milk, was delivered to Alimentos Soladarios prior to Christmas.

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Stepping Out in La Marina RBL IN GRAN ALACANT

AND LA MARINA

The Gran Alacant and La Marina Branch of the Royal British Legion have a new venue for their monthly meetings. They will now be meeting at The London Bar in Gran Alacant.

This is part of the Monte y Mar Restaurant, Pool, and Bowling complex, situated behind Dialprix Supermarket in Avenida Luxemburgo, just off the N332 slip road to the Urbanisations.

The Branch, which has an enviable record in raising money for the Poppy Appeal, meets on the first Monday of the month at 6pm.

Their next meeting will be on February 6th, and they are actively seeking new members.

Remember that you do NOT have to be ex-services to join the Royal British Legion. For more information e-mail granalacant.secretary@gmail.com or contact Robin on 966 695 423 or Brian on 639 917 971

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n 2016 the New Cardenal Belluga Theatre Group had a successful show called Stepping Out. We are now rehearsing our new show for 2017 which is ‘Let us entertain you’.

This will be performing 18, 19, and 20th October 2017.

Further details will be given nearer the date.

However we are still looking for new members, and technical operatives, so if you are interested, call at the Social Centre in La Marina next to the police station on the Urb. We have our AGM at the Centre on the Monday 30th January 2017 at 1-30pm and everyone is welcome.

If you are not a paid up member you will not be able to vote for the various committee posts available.

For further information contact Tom Ford on 966-790-547.or e-mail thomasford442@yahoo.co.uk.

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COSTA START FOR TOUR OF VALENCIA

One of the country’s premier cycling races will get underway from Campoamor Beach on Wednesday.

The 1st Stage time trial of la Vuelta Ciclista de la Comunidad Valenciana will start at La Glea at 2pm.

The mayor, Emilio Bascuñana, and the Valencia Deputy of Sports, Pascual Díaz, came together to publicise the event last week.

The stage, 37.9 km long, will pass through the pedanías of Torremendo and Hurchillo, before finishing in Orihuela City at the Puente de Levante.

Professional cyclists from all over Spain will compete in the race which is used as a stepping stone before moving on to greater things.

The mayor and Snr Díaz were joined at the launch by the Councilor for Sports, Dámaso Aparicio, the director of the race, Ángel Casero, former Orihuela cyclist Bernardo Ruiz, the director of the MH Foundation and the Regional head of Banco Sabadell.

MELODY MAKERS INTERNATIONAL PRESENTS ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER Verity Hall and Rebecca Holt, enthralled the audience with "Pie Jesu"

Orihuela Costa Resort, La Zenia, Saturday January 28th., 2017.

"House Full" signs are synonymous with Melody Makers International, with both the afternoon and evening performances this day, again going to prove the truth of this adage.

Under the baton of conductor Nigel Hopkins, over 1200 people enjoyed the very best tunes and songs, from the pen of Andrew Lloyd Webber. Some of the songs were well known to Saturday's audience, some perhaps new, but all beautifully sung by members of Melody Makers International, with the help of talented musicians on keyboard, woodwind and percussion.

Songs from Aspects of Love, Jesus Christ Superstar, Phantom of the Opera and Evita during the first half of this excellent show, had the house singing, along with many a tapping foot!

Masquerade from Phantom of the Opera was a delight, along with the evocative "Don't Cry For Me Argentina" sung with great feeling by Jane Atkinson. Mention should be made of Matthew Hopkins striding across the stage as "The Phantom", very formidable. What a splendid voice Matthew has. As in previous years, many of the songs and tunes have been arranged by Nigel Hopkins.

Eric Berg, referred to by conductor Nigel, as the companies "Wild Card", took to the stage with "King Herod's Song", from Jesus Christ Superstar, and did not disappoint.

The talented Verity Hall and Rebecca Holt, youngest members of Melody Makers, enthralled the audience with "Pie Jesu" from Requiem, bringing the first half to a close.

During the second half of the show, songs from Whistle Down The Wind, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Sunset Boulevard and would you believe, the Barcelona Olympic Theme, again penned by Andrew Lloyd Webber "Amigos Para Siempre" What a talent that man has. The finale was a medley of great songs from Phantom of the Opera, to which the audience gave a well deserved standing ovation.

This concert by Melody Makers International was supporting the charity Reach Out, that helps the homeless and needy. A great concert for a tremendous charity. Andrew Lloyd Webber would have been well pleased.

Details of future concerts can be found by visiting the web site: www.costablancachoirs.es Robert W Barnes.

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ANOTHER SPANISH ARREST OF OPERATION CAPTURA FUGITIVE Operation Captura fugitive sentenced after pleading guilty to possessing indecent photographs of children Matthew Sammon, one of the British fugitives from the Operations Captura campaign arrested in Spain, received a jail sentence on Wednesday 25 January after being extradited to the UK. Sammon was located in Fuengirola, Costa del Sol, Spain, the same day his details were released to the public as part of the Operation Captura campaign run by the UK’s National Crime Agency and Crimestoppers in October 2016. He was arrested by the Spanish National Police after a tip off from a member of the public.

He received a sentence of 2 years and 6 months at Southwark Crown Court on Wednesday 25 January,

after pleading guilty to making indecent photographs of children and possessing indecent photographs of children.

At the time of arrest, Sammon was the 77th fugitive to be arrested out of 96 publicised through Operation Captura.

British Ambassador to Spain, Simon Manley commented “The arrest, extradition and sentencing of Matthew Sammon, would not have been possible without the valuable tip off from a member of the public in Costa del Sol, and without the excellent cooperation between the Spanish and British law enforcement authorities. The sentence this week shows the value of the Operation Captura campaign, and Spanish and British authorities will continue working closely together to tackle crime.”

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Bonnie Night for The British Legion in La Zenia T

he Orihuela Costa Branch of The Royal British Legion had a busy week with activities on both Wednesday and Thursday night.

On Wednesday over 60 members and guests celebrated Burns Night at Alfie’s Place in La Zenia whilst on the following evening, at the meeting postponed from the previous week, the District Community Support Officer from Spain North, Pamela Twissel Cross, brought members up to date with recent changes to the RBL Welfare system.

At Alfies Place the branch celebrated the life of Scotland’s National Poet – Robert Burns in a way he would have wanted – eating, drinking, dancing, piping and poetry! Burns wrote some of the world’s most famous songs and poetry including Auld Lang Syne and the Orihuela Costa celebrated his birthday in fine style.

Members looked on as the haggis was piped in by Barry Waddington of the Torrevieja Pipes and Drums. It was presented by branch member Terry Maguire following which Mark McMillan seized his moment of glory by offering a fluent and entertaining rendition of the Burns’ poem – the Address to the Haggis. Rabbie would have been proud as Mark put in a spectacular performance following which the haggis was served with Neeps and Tatties, although there was not too much disappointment as the turnips,

which are not easily available in Spain, had to be substituted by carrots.

Addressing the haggis

With the meal out of the way it was the turn of Terry Maguire to provide the humorous highlight of the Night with the Toast to the Lassies. In his presentation Terry praised the role of women in the world today, especially his wife Kate, with selective recollections from a recent weekend break. Needless to say, at the end of the evening the journey home was completed in silence!

But not to be outdone, Kate did have the opportunity to answer as she was next up with the traditional reply to the Toast to the Lassies, in which, with her witty response and her quotes from the bard, she amply gained her revenge for the women.

During the course of the evening Mark McMillan entertained the diners with the Gillie Callum or "Scottish sword dance" around two crossed swords and then toward the end of the celebration he was joined by fiancé Angie Real as the pair treated members to a highland dance.

Special mention must be made of Barry Waddington who, despite his illness, provided the piping accompaniment throughout the evening, to Dan Davy who crooned his way through the great American songbook and to the organiser, Branch Secretary Jean Heald, who spent many hours ensuring that members had an entirely enjoyable evening.

The toasts were given by Terry and Kate Maguire

Dancers Mark McMillan and Angie Real with Pipe Major Barry Waddington of Torrevieja Pipes and Drums

Branch members enjoying the evening’s entertainment

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Would you want to cope with organising a funeral in Spain W

hen a close friend or a family member dies, the last thing you need is the worry of complex regulations and the red-tape of a Spanish funeral. At such a difficult time could you or your family cope with organising a funeral in Spain?

If not you need look no further than PF Samper, a third generation independent family funeral director, based in Pilar de la Horadada.

We know that the death of a loved one is a difficult experience, one that all of us are likely to experience during our lifetime, and when mourning the loss of a friend or a family member, the very last thing you want to think about is the planning of a funeral, a fact that is considerately recognised by Francisca, a long time supporter of The Royal British Legion, who has been helping the expat community from her family run business in Pilar for over 20 years.

“At PF Samper”, she says, “we aim to provide only the highest level of personal attention as we ease this process for you and your family. We will take expert care and provide due consideration to ensure that your loved one gets an appropriate and caring farewell, whilst making the funeral planning process is as painless as possible”.

“We will arrange a dedicated funeral service that will provide you and your family with full value, without compromise, a service that is designed to show respect, whilst still maintaining the dignity,

the values and traditions so cherished by those who we serve”.

Francisca has been providing a dignified service to the expat community for over 20 years

“We will also ensure that every life tribute is distinctive, personal and affordable, in honouring to the full a life that has been lived”.

In providing a 24 hour service, throughout the entire province of Alicante and North Western Murcia, PF Samper can be providing you with that care and support within an extremely short space of time. Francisca will immediately respond to your call and while you are able to grieve with dignity she will quickly take charge of all the initial arrangements.

“If you have a previously organised funeral plan we will closely liaise with your provider but if you are without such an agreement we will make all the initial arrangements for you, and unlike many similar companies here in Spain we will not demand any payment in advance”.

The deceased will be prepared to lie in repose in our own private chapel, as detailed arrangements, with either you or your family, can then be left to a more appropriate time.

One aspect that Francisca does warn of are the varying conditions applied by different funeral directors and Tanatorias. “Whichever company you use you must always make sure that you are completely satisfied with the costs and the arrangements, and if in any doubt do not sign any papers”.

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his is particularly important” she says “when the deceased has passed away in hospital, many of which have their own preferred agents.”

Ultimately, of course, it’s all about trust and peace of mind, something of which you can be assured when dealing with Francisca or her assistant Eric Nicholls.

The company has its own private chapel of rest, mortuary and crematorium in Pilar de la Horadada although the service can be organised by PF Samper at any church that the family wishes across the entire province of Alicante and North Western Murcia.

Ministers, flowers and transport can also be organised by PF Samper who will also take care of all necessary documentation and certificates.

Likewise the arrangements can be made regardless

The Chapel of Rest in Pilar de la Horadada

of faith and they can also be made to suit the time frame of the family concerned, allowing mourners to fly in from abroad if that is what is required.

Whether the service takes place the following day or a week later, unlike many other funeral directors, there is no extra charge.

Following cremation the urn will be delivered when required, and in the proper traditions of a genuinely family run business, details regarding payment can be made at a later date.

Francisca says, “Our job consists of making sure that the families remember the day of the funeral as a very special occasion and that the loved one who has passed away is provided with the esteem and the respect that every person deserves.

Though the life is ended we want to make sure that the memory lingers on”.

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Compensation for late diagnosis of cancer T he Valencian Superior Court of Justice has awarded compensation amounting to 100,000 euros to a woman the late diagnosis of her cancer by the Health Centre in Guardamar del Segura

In the judgement the Valencian High Court of Justice also condemned the Generalitat stating that the woman was initially treated for anaemia.

The woman, a native of Madrid and now aged 69, had been attending the Guardamar centre since 2011. She saw her doctor on several occasions, complaining of tiredness and fatigue, and was being treated for anaemia and although an analytical blood in stool tested positive in June of that year, the doctor didn’t look beyond his first diagnosis.

Sixteen months later, in May 2012, the patient was treated by another doctor at the centre who, observing her blood test, referred the patient for a colonoscopy that led to the diagnosis of colon adenocarcinoma, a type of cancer that develops in the lining of the colon or rectum, which makes up the large intestine According to the Patient Advocate, in August of that year the patient then underwent surgery fol-

lowed by chemotherapy.

After several treatments the cancer spread to the lung. The tumour continued to progress requiring several further interventions.

During the Judicial proceedings a complaint was filed against the doctor, which led to the opening of criminal actions in the court of investigation number 5 of Torrevieja, which concluded with a report by the medical examiner who established malpractice. As a result, the patient then indicted the doctor for a crime of professional recklessness, but pending trial, the defendant died in August 2016.

Baby dies following home birth in Campoverde A baby died in Campoverde last weekend following a home birth in which the 16 year old mother failed to cut the umbilical cord at the time of birth.

Neither the young woman’s Estonian parents nor her boyfriend were aware of the pregnancy with the parents first becoming aware when they found the dead child in the bathroom.

They immediately informed the police who said they are completely baffled as to how the mother managed to give birth at home without the knowledge of her parents.

The room where the baby was found was completely sealed off to enable the police investigation to take place. Funeral services and the Guardia Civil left the house with the baby's already dead body, although it was unclear if the minor or her parents were detained.

The area where the events took place was in an urbanisation with numerous isolated houses. The street is in a relatively hidden place, which the police say is the reason why the neighbours hardly noticed what happened inside the house.

The incident took place close to a similar occurrence last October when a homeless man found the body of newborn baby in a dustbin in the same urbanisation.

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Show you care by donating food this Valentine’s Day F

ebruary is the month of love, but rather than just treating that special someone, optical chain Specsavers Opticas are asking people to show their love for the most disadvantaged in their community by making a small food donation this month. They are collecting non-perishable food for the Spanish Federation of Food Banks in all 8 of their stores on the Costa del Sol, Costa Blanca and Mallorca throughout the month and hope residents will get behind the campaign.

The Spanish Federation of Food Banks is a non-profit organisation which is fighting against hunger and waste and brings together 56 food banks throughout Spain. Each day they give out 419,000 kilos of food to the very needy members of society and have seen a massive increase in demand in recent years. In order to meet that need, they require donations from individuals, organisations and companies and Specsavers Opticas has taken up the challenge to make a difference this February.

From the 1st to the 28th of February, anyone can drop off their food at their local store during opening hours. At the end of the month it will be donated to Alicante Food Bank, for them to distribute in the community via partnerships with local charitable organisations. The Alicante Food Bank would particularly appreciate donations of oil, sugar, drinking chocolate and milk, although any donation is of course welcome.

There are Specsavers Opticas stores in Javea, Calpe, Benidorm, Torrevieja and Guardamar on the Costa Blanca. To find your nearest Specsavers Opticas store visit www.specsavers.es Alternatively you can call The Leader Newspaper on 640 534 964 and we will pick the food up.

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CRYPTIC CROSSWORD

LAST WEEK’S ANSWERS QUICK ACROSS: Abstruse; 5 Sped; 9 Bald; 10 Wavering; 11 Major; 12 Dribble; 13 Consciousness; 18 Arranged; 19 Club; 20 Abolish; 21 Ledge; 22 Else; 23 Transfer.

DOWN: 2 Bravado; 3 Tedious; 4 Stand together; 6 Pliable; 7 Digress; 8 Remiss; 13 Charade; 14 Nervous; 15 Candid; 16 Nucleus; 17 Snuggle.

CRYPTIC CRYPTIC ACROSS: 1 Evidence; 5 Acid; 9 Alas; 10 Spurious; 11 Curie; 12 Tripper; 13 General stores; 18 Absolved; 19 Scab; 20 Dormant; 21 Crate; 22 Dame; 23 Presence.

DOWN: 2 Vulture; 3 Despite; 4 Capital letter; 6 Cropper; 7 Deserts; 8 Artist; 13 Guarded; 14 Nostrum; 15 Reload; 16 Observe; 17 Elastic.

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L EA D E R T R I V I A Q U I Z DOWN 1. The stance of various troupes (7) 2. Fields mowed as ordered (7) 3 . Purport to be a singer (5) 4 . Money at the top of the column (7) 5. Frequently decimal? (5) 6. Bore with repetitious training exercises? (5) 9. Food made from stale lamb? (9) 14. Servicemen sorting out the remains (7) 15. Air-raid people doing conflict studies? (7) 16. Churchmen going round in circles? (7) 19. It may keep light away from heads somehow (5) 20. I change the rent by not moving (5) 21. Cower when getting the bird? (5)

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9. What name was given to a female broadcaster of Japanese propaganda during WW II? 10. The following words are from songs with 'head' somewhere in the song title. Can you name the song? a. You can take me to paradise and then again you can be cold as ice. b. I know a lot of fancy dancers. c. So I did me some talkin to the sun. d. And if they stare just let them burn their eyes on you moving 11. What was the name of the President who died during the 1973 coup d'etat in Chile?

12. Benoit Mandelbrot is known as the father of what kind of geometry?

13. President George Bush caused a bit of a flap on March 18, 1990 when he banned what from Air Force One? 14. 'The Second World War' is a six volume history written by Winston Churchill. What was the first of the six volumes called?

15. Which legendary English rock band had a cameo appearance in the 1966 film and "mod masterpiece" Blowup?

16. The Inverted Jenny, Hawaiian Missionaries and The Three Skilling Yellow are all examples of what?

17. Who released each of the following Number One albums in the 1960s? a. Aftermath. b. Bookends. c. John Wesley Harding. d.

Ogden's Nut Gone Flake 18. What was the name of the capsule used to rescue the 33 trapped Chilean Miners from their underground lair on 13th of October 2010?

19. European eels are born in or near which sea?

20. Once popular in Elizabethan gardens, the herb 'Tanacetum balsamita' has been known under many various names such as Mint geranium or Bible Leaf. Which two names for this plant contain the word 'cost'?

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1. a. Sea of Cold, b. Sea of Cloudsm c. Sea of the South or Southern Sea. 2. Houston (General Sam Houston). 3. Sink the Bismarck (Scottish brewery BrewDog, 41%). 4. Grenadine. 5. The Waldorf Astoria Hotel. 6. True Grit. 7. Michel Platini. 8. Poland and the Ukraine. 9. Tokyo Rose. 10. a. Over My Head (Fleetwood Mac), b. Hard Headed Woman (Cat Stevens), c. Raindrops Keep Fallin On My Head (B J Thomas), d. Hold Your Head Up (Argent).

11. Salvador Allende. 12. Fractal geometry. 13. Broccoli. 14. The Gathering Storm. 15. The Yardbirds. 16. Postage stamps (rare stamps or some of the most expensive stamps in the world). 17. a. Rolling Stones, b. Simon & Garfunkel, c. Bob Dylan, d. Small Faces. 18. Fenix 3. 19. Sargasso Sea. 20. Costmary and Alecost

ACROSS 7. It may remove the cap of the first batsman (6) 8. The boss put the mistake right (6) 10. Creature found in old pate? (7) 11. Delia could be perfect (5) 12. Arguments concerning lines (4) 13. In which you'll find maps of the mountains (5) 17. Boat that rights itself when capsized (5) 18 . Some fearless nobleman (4) 22. Language of the Chindits (5) 23. Clean up Arundel? (7) 24. English county sorted out (6) 25. Instance of eating out? (6)

1. Apollo 11 landed on Mare Tranquillitatis is better known as the Sea of Tranquillity. Translate the following Lunar Maria (Lunar plains). a. Mare Frigoris, b. Mare Nubium, c. Mare Australe 2. What is the most populated city in the USA named after a general?

3. The title of a 1960 war film starring Kenneth Moore is also the name of the world's strongest beer?

4. A group of islands, a syrup and a tie. Nine letters 5. Built in 1897 by multi-millionaire John Jacob Astor IV, which building was on the site where the Empire State building now stands?

6. In which film did John Wayne win his Academy Award for best actor?

7. Who is the only player to have won European Footballer of the Year' three times in a row?

8. Galicia (Eastern and Western Galicia) is a historical region of Eastern Europe. Galicia is currently divided between which two countries?

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‘Twitters 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.

Another Number to Remember Our lives are punctuated, as well as defined, by numbers. How many of us can remember them all? We have National Insurance numbers, car registration numbers, mobile phone numbers, PIN numbers and all the rest. For expats in Spain, another number is required that is probably the most important one of them all, the NIE. Expats arriving in Spain and the Canary Islands who intend to remain for a period of time, quickly realise that they need to register with the local Town Hall and police station before they can achieve anything worthwhile; they need an NIE number. These letters stand for ‘Numero de Identificacion de Extranjero’, which means ‘foreigners identification number’. It is a series of numbers currently beginning with the letter ‘X’ and ends with another letter.

When we moved to Spain, achieving the exulted status of someone with an NIE was not easy. I recall queuing for several days outside an office in Alicante, only to be turned away when the magic quota for the day, of around 100 NIEs, had been issued. We would then take our place very early the following morning, complete with picnic chairs, a bottle of water and a pack of sandwiches, for the same process to be repeated. It the end, we became so angry that we made a deal with a local car salesman from whom we had planned to purchase a car once we had obtained the NIE. We told him that we would only purchase a car from him if he obtained an NIE number for us. Surprisingly, we both had our NIE within 24 hours of the deal being made.

So why is this number so important? When expats want to open a bank account they will need their NIE number, as well as for buying a car, taking out a contract for electricity and water, taking out insurance, asking for a mobile phone contract or SIM card, buying or renting a property, applying for a mortgage and selling a property.

The NIE number is also needed when living and working in Spain, as this is used for completing tax forms, opening a new business, and applying to register as self-employed. In short, you can do very little in Spain legally without it.

Foreigners who wish to become resident in Spain must provide proof that they have private health insurance, or proof of paying into Spain’s own insurance scheme for expats that gives access to the Spanish National Health Service; for more details about this, please see my Expat Survival website. In addition, foreigners must be able to prove that they have enough funds to support themselves and their family, or prove that they have a contract of employment, or intend to register as self-employed.

Many expats moving to Spain use an English-speaking lawyer to help them to apply for an NIE number if they do not speak Spanish fluently. Nowadays, I usually suggest that newly arrived expats employ a ‘Gestor’ or an ‘Asesor’ who can do some of the nifty foot-

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By Bar rie Mahoney work needed for some of the bureaucratic high jumps that are necessary when moving to Spain. An NIE is usually produced swiftly and without complication, assuming of course that the correct paperwork is available to allow this to happen.

Expats can, of course, do this for themselves, but they need to be able to speak good Spanish in order to understand and complete the process. An NIE number can be applied for at any foreigners’ office and some police stations, which are listed on the Direccion General de la Policia website. It is important to carefully check exactly what documents are needed, as these vary from region to region, between offices, as well as between the members of staff dealing with the application!

It is necessary to complete a form requesting an NIE, the ‘Solicitud de Numero de Identidad de Extranjero y Certificados’, known as EX15, which should be presented with a passport size photo of the applicant and a photocopy of the passport, but the original passport always needs to be shown as well.

Usually a date is given when the NIE can be collected from the office, and applicants are also given a form to take to a bank to pay the current fee for completion. The proof of payment given by the bank is then taken to the foreigners’ office where the precious NIE certificate can be collected. Some regions insist that the applicant visits the foreigners’ office at least for collection. Application times vary across the Spanish regions, but these offices should be able to give an approximate timescale.

Many expats may wish to undertake tasks such as this for themselves, since it is all part of the expat experience and gives a fascinating insight into life in bureaucratic Spain. It can also be an amusing experience, if they participate in the right frame of mind and do not exhibit anger or frustration at the inevitable delays or requests for yet another document. My last piece of essential advice is to stress the importance of always taking along a picnic chair, bottle of water and a pack of sandwiches – just in case!

If you enjoyed this article, take a look at Barrie’s websites: http://barriemahoney.com and http://thecanaryislander.com or read his latest book, ‘Footsteps in the Sand’ (ISBN: 9780995602717).

Available in paperback, as well as Kindle editions. © Barrie Mahoney

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EURONICS THURSDAY DART LEAGUE “THE ELECTRICAL SHOP” - BLUE LAGOON Match Results for 26th January 2017 (points for win/draw) Hen’s Teeth Coqs 3-9 Junction Jaguars (2) Massey’s (2) 8-4 Ale House Junction Jackals 4-8 Hub Hyenas (2) Porter House 4-8 Las Rosas (2) El Capitan (2) 8-4 Porter House Bees Hub Hellraisers (1) 6-6 Hen's Teeth Chicks (1) Sporting Life Misfits 5-7 Pint depot Queens (2) Evolution p-p Tavern 24th Feb Hub Hyenas (2) 10-2 Hen's Teeth Coqs Hens Teeth Chicks v Junction Jackals Wed 1st Feb TBC Evolution v Tavern rescheduled to 3rd Feb Las Rosas v Massey's and Tavern v Misfits (19/1) TBC League Table 26/1/17 Hub Hyenas El Capitan Massey's Junction Jackals Porter House Porter House Bees Las Rosas Ale House Tavern Oldies Evolution Junction Jaguars Hen's Teeth Coqs Pint Depot Queens Sporting Life Misfits Hub Hellraisers Hen's Teeth Chicks

P 14 14 13 13 14 14 13 14 12 13 14 14 14 13 14 13

Pts 27 24 22 22 19 17 16 16 11 10 9 7 5 4 4 3

Legs 129 127 115 104 96 99 90 87 63 70 64 63 40 52 40 39

180’s: Sean Smith x 3 (Hyenas), Merv Harley x2 (Masseys), Alan Havelock (Ale House), Dave Wright (Jackals), John Eyre (Hyenas), Alex Nikolov (Jackals), Des Field (Masseys), Tim Goodacre (PH Bees), Jeff Ward (Porter House), Craig Miller (Massey’s) 171’s: Simone de Lacy (Jaguars)

Sonya’s soldiers took the first two legs courtesy of Dickie and Leah both finishing for their triples on D5. Queen Deb then came to the rescue with a D4 out against some fine scoring from Liah, Karl and Dickie. Sonya and Leah (D1) then got one back against Lorraine and Margaret but then Marie Cummins and Vi Turnip grabbed one back when the pocket rocket finished on 68 with a D17 out making the score 3-2.

Queeb Deb and Lyn Fozzard then evened things up with Fozzy’s D4 stonker. In the first of the singles Leah scored well and finished with her own 68 check-out agaimst Rachel but then Queen Margaret evened up again against Dickie. Misfit Peter took them ahead again by beating Lorraine.

The Queens then pulled something unusual out of the bag with Vi, Marie and Deb all wining their singles against Karl, Vic and Sonya, The misfits scored well but couldn’t get their finished quick enough and ended up with a narrow defeat. Final score 5-7.

Hens’s Teeth Coqs v Jaguars Meanwhile in the plaza, the Jaguars were playinmg out of their skins against the Coqs.

By Simone de Lacy

Singles competition Thursday 2nd Feb: There have been a few late entries which the committee have allowed given that there was a change of date for the competition, originally scheduled for 19th Feb, and not all players were aware.

There will now be 14 men at each of the 2 venues, Hub and Tavern and 13 ladies at the Hen’s Teeth and at the Ale House. Captains and organisers will be sent an email to show how the draw will done to get down to a final 4 players from each venue going through to the quarters finals on 6th April.

Rescheduled Matches to be played before 9th Feb: There are still a few rescheduled games to be played by the 9th Feb at the latest and captains are urged to draw together whatever players they have to complete the matches from the first half of the league as the committee has ruled that no points will be awarded for unplayed games, no matter who asked for the rescheduling.

Things are starting to get a little out of hand with teams with lots of signed players claiming that they only have 3 players and the dog available! The committee will be clamping down for the 2nd half of the season- be warned!

The cats took the first triple with with Lelsley EAGLES! (68, 60, 88), Cap’n Poo schofield (100, 60) and Hildy-do-Da’s 59, 85, D10.

S(purred) on by their litter mates, Simone (81), Sharon (83) and Tracey’s 65, 92, D3 got them the second leg too setting the level high for all to come. Wendy Woos 102, Dee’s 85, 89 and Poo’s 60 were good but thr lads finished first when Dave Shepherd checked out with D2.

Team KO Cup 2nd Round draws and venues, 16th Feb.

Captain Mackay and first mate Joe Cuyt levelled up the scores taking the first of the pairs matches over EAGLES! and Simpson.

Wilkinson (133) and de Lacy (S2-D1) took the next and Dee and Woo’s 114, D3 took the 3rd bringing the score to 2-4.

Auxillary Cup (1st round losers!)

The laides then took all but one of the singles with several 100+ from de Lacy and Woo, and Poo scooped a 156! The coq’s totalled 6x 100+ scores but were nearly always pipped to the finish. Final score 3-9

Pint Depot Queens v Sporting Life Misfits

Hellraisers v Chicks

The ladies were beside themselves with joy to have secured an unexpected 2nd win in two years following on from their victory against the Hellraisers a couple of weeks ago.

Ali Scammel, fresh back from her ‘ollies, found her form straight away and together with little devils Gail Leatherby and Cele Roach. she finished the first triple for them on D1 against Chicks Casey, Val and Audrey. Chief Chick Mackay (D1) and chicklets Levi and Jan evened things up in the next game. Cheryl, Ali and Sue then took one back with Spears checking out on D4. And so it went on with the Chicks getting the next and then the Hens pulling one back, half time score 3-3. The singles were also eveninly split so the final score was 6-6 with wellderserved MOTM’s going to Ali Scammel and Winnie Mackay who both won 3 out of 4 legs they played in.

This time they faced the Misfits who were playing at home with a strong team.

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Hen’s Teeth Chicks v Las Rosas at Massey’s Hub Hellraisers v Ale House at Porter House Porter House Bees v Pint Depot at The Tavern Porter House v Junction Jaguars at Pint Depot The first league match of 2nd half season will be on 23rd Feb, Fixture lists will be sent to all captains after the final games on 9th Feb, when the league will split into A and B.

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DIVISION A Mazarron Miners San Luis Tigers San Luis Lions Montemar Matadors La Marina Sharks

99 96 117 96 131

(10) (7) (12) (9) (12)

Quesada Swallows V’bella Lanzadores Em Isle Cavaliers Vistabella Picadors Greenlands Oaks

P W 12 44 11 42 12 41 11 33 11 31 12 33 12 30 12 29 12 26 11 25

San Luis Lions Quesada Swallows Emerald Isle Cavaliers Vistabella Lanzadores La Marina Sharks Mazarron Miners Montemar Matadors Vistabella Picadors San Luis Tigers Greenlands Oaks

D 3 0 1 4 4 3 4 3 3 3

(4) (7) (2) (5) (2)

L Win Diff 25 10 310 24 9 196 30 9 123 29 7 76 31 7 81 36 4 -154 38 5 -115 40 5 -85 43 1 -272 38 1 -160

83 102 79 95 78 Pts 111 101 101 84 80 77 74 71 57 55

DIVISION B San Miguel Jaguars Em Isle Claymores El Rancho Mustangs La Siesta Blues Quesada Swifts C’try Bowls Geckos

135 117 142 112 173 95

El Rancho Mustangs San Miguel Jaguars Emerald Isle Claymores San Miguel Cougars La Manga Crusaders La Marina Seagulls La Siesta Blues Country Bowls Geckos La Marina Dolphins Quesada Swifts

(10) (12) (12) (10) (14) (8)

La Marina Dolphins (4) San Miguel Cougars (2) La Marina Seagulls (2) C’try Bowls Geckos (4) La Manga Crusaders (0) La Marina Dolphins (6)

P 12 12 12 12 12 12 11 12 12 11

W 49 41 39 36 34 30 30 31 27 26

D 1 3 1 2 0 3 1 3 5 3

L 22 28 32 34 38 39 35 38 40 37

Win 8 9.5 6 7.5 5.5 6 7 3.5 3 3

87 83 75 93 57 108

Diff Pts 537 115 234 104 55 90 103 89 -187 76 -148 73 -159 73 -194 72 -80 65 -161 61

DIVISION C Greenlands Cedars 127 Vbella Conquistadores 132 Horadada Royals 133 La Siesta Golds 130

(12) (12) (12) (10)

San Luis Pumas (2) Em Isle Roundheads (2) Montemar Toreadors (2) El Rancho Raiders (4)

78 82 92 86

Horadada Royals Greenlands Cedars Vistabella Conquistadores Montemar Toreadors Emerald Isle Outlaws La Siesta Golds San Luis Pumas El Rancho Raiders Emerald Isle Roundheads

P 10 10 10 11 9 10 10 10 10

W 41 38 34 35 29 30 19 18 13

Pts 98 95 86 85 75 68 46 40 28

D 3 3 5 3 5 2 2 0 3

L Win 16 7 19 8 21 7 28 7 20 6 28 3 39 3 42 3 44 1

Diff 390 220 161 149 94 -91 -158 -422 -343

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la Siesta Bowl Club by Rod Edgerton

By Barry Latham

The club was sorry to hear this week the sad news of the death of Terry Worth who had recently returned to England. Terry was a club member for many years with his wife Sue. Our commiserations to his family.

Both the Apollos and the Pioneers had good results this week with The Apollos keeping up their winning run with a narrow 8-6 home win against San Miguel Comets the overall shots being 111-95.

There were good wins for Irene Laverick, Ramsey Sinclair and Brian Gardiner 25-11,Dawn Taylor, Norman Adcroft and George Richardson 27-12 and Dave Davies with Mike and Florence Edwards 20-14.The Pioneers visited Emerald Isle Saturns and had their best win of the season winning on all rinks and therefore getting the maximum 14 points with a shots difference of 123-70.Best winning rinks were Rod and Ann Edgerton with Gordon Dall 27-10, whilst Ken Stringfellow, Alan Ralph and Johnnie Ryder won 20-11 and Jean James, Tom Heaslewood and John Porter won 19-10.

Two matches in the Winter League with Sunday’s re-arranged home match against La Marina ending in an 8-4 loss by 79 shots to 92.The winning rinks were Sheila Chorley, Val and Tony Dalton and Brian Gardiner 21-12 and Irene Laverick, Rod Edgerton, Pat Harman and Jean Cooper 18-16. On Wednesday we travelled to San Miguel and came away with a creditable draw 6-6 with the shots being a close 77-82.With 5 shots changing hands in favour of San Miguel on the final end of one rink the result could have been better in La Siesta’s favour. The winners for La Siesta were Trish Reilly, Dave Laverick, Jim Hudson and Brian Fraser winning 18-10,Ann Edgerton, Pat Reilly with Mike and Florence Edwards 18-16 and Sheila Chorley, Brian Gardiner with Val and Tony Dalton clinching victory on the final end 14-13.

In the Fed 4’s the Hoopoes had an exciting home draw 4-4 against San Luis the shots margin being 54-53 in our favour. The winning rink was Val Dalton, Jean Hepehi with Mike And Florence Edwards 22-17. Scott Malden rescued the draw for San Luis with his last two deliveries, his rink winning 19-18. The Parakeets travelled to Emerald Isle to play the Shamrocks and came away with a win on 1 rink. The winners were Irene Mangan, Alex Morrice with Fred and Janet Charman winning22-17. The overall result was 6-2 to the Shamrocks by 57 shots to 43.

The Blues entertained Country Bowls Geckos and came away with a 10-4 win by 112 shots to 93.Biggest winners were Ann and Robert Heath with John Ball 25-11.Other wins were Sheila Chorley, Brian Gardiner and Brian Harman 20-8,Irene and Dave Laverick with Vic Mahomet 21-17 and Barbara and Jack Cooper with Harold Charleton 20-16.

The Golds won at home 10-4 against the El Rancho Broncos with the overall points going to The Golds by 130 shots to 86.Biggest winners were Fred and Janet Charman with Rab Logan 32-6. Other good wins came from Ron Sheldon, Val Dalton and Sid Gallup 247,Ken Stringfellow, Ann Edgerton and Tony Campbell 22-13,Hilary Clarke, Tom Heaslewood and Tony Dalton 21-13.

Neither the Explorers nor the Pathfinders had a good Monday.

Explorers found their way to San Luis to face the Trekkers and unfortunately lost 10 – 4. Shirley Hadaway, Arthur Cronk and Reg Jackson were worthy winners by five shots whereas Mike Stone, Jim Manning and Janet Parsons did very well winning 30 – 12. The Pathfinders found their way to Emerald Isle and wished they hadn’t as they went down 12- 2. Having said that there was a couple of close games, John Withers’ rink losing by just one shot and Dave Taylor by three. Our winning rink was skipped by Terry Perchard plus Peter Bailey and Angie Butler. So well done to them. The Dolphins had a rearranged game over at Country Bowls with the Geckos and lost by two points overall. Some close matches but the two winning rinks were John Rae, Dave McGaw and Jeff Halfhide and the other rink not only won but got us the overall shot difference with a 33 – 4 drubbing so well played Brian Duff, Martin Butler and Allan Wilcock. Another rearranged game was the Winter League away at La Siesta. As they say a six pointer with both at the wrong end of the league. We did well and came away with 8 points having gained the overall shots. Thanks to all who played on a cold and windy day and more thanks to the three winning rinks of Dave Hadaway and his three girls, Jean Perchard, Barbara Forshaw and Janet Parsons followed by the Captain’s wife, Shirley with Phil Pape, Steve Douglas and Ann Stone who won on the last end and our highest winning rink were the Armitages and the Taylors 21-9. Second Winter League game this week, this time at home to El Cid. We came out the winners by 8 points to 4. The Lathams, Pete Parsons and Kathy Manning had a good win then came the Hadaways, Dave with his girls again, that’s Jean Perchard, Barbara Forshaw and Janet Parsons had the highest winning rink. Shirley with Phil Pape, Steve Douglas and Anne Stone won on the last end. The Berleen of Alex Whyte, Jim Freeman, Mike Surch and Dave Bulfield had an emphatic win 34 – 13. PS I was not last off the green. The Sharks swam in their own ocean and chopped down the Greenland Oaks 12 – 2.

Great stuff. Alan Castle, Phil Pape and Janet Parsons were in splendid form winning 41 – 6. Shirley Hadaway, Dave O’Sullivan and Hilary Cronk weighed with a 23 – 9 win. Dave Lewis, Jim Manning and Margaret McLaughlin and Alex Whyte, Jim Reeves and Kathy Manning won. Roy Hart, Peter Parsons and Andy Bartlett scraped home by one shot. Unfortunately the Seagulls had their wings trimmed away to the El Rancho Mustangs. Oh dear 12 – 2 down.

Last Wood Latham managed to pull off our only win with laudable help from Wendy Latham and Barbara Forshaw. After the game Pat Davis presented Wendy and Barry with the Bowls Bag they had won.

The Dolphins fared a little better at San Miguel Jaguars and managed to get two points more than the Seagulls. John Withers, Jeff Halfhide and Shirley Withers plus Martin Butler, Garth Slater and Trevor Hancock both won.

San Miguel Bowls Club with Pat McEwan San Miguel Pulsars had a great result against San Luis Klingons winning 10points to 4 in the SABA league. Well played by Eileen McLaren, Tom Dalgleish, Eddie Cowan, 16-14: Pat McEwan, Ron Nairey, Dave McEwan 18-14: Sue Milner, Paul Thomas, John Raby 27-11: Peter & Brenda Rees, John Staden 22-11. Shots 112 - 97.

The Comets won 8-4 against La Siesta Apollos, with shots 111 for, 95 against. Well done to Mike Pitt, Frank Scotthern, Ros Stockell 25-13: Carl Eagle, Peter Ross, Bob Donnelly 15-13: Bill & Joyce Reeves, Mike Bayfield 16-13.

The Meteors didn't do as well, playing away to Vistabella Drivers, only picking up 3 points. Winning team was Jan Allen, Gail & Fred Willshire 21-16: Brian Miller, Mary Dyer, Lin Miller managed a draw 13 across. Hard lines to Margaret, Tony and Stuart only losing by 1 shot. Shots for 95, against 115.

The Winter League picked up 6 points against La Siesta, but took the overall shots 82 to 77, with a couple of very close losing games.

Winning teams were Alan Patterson, Linda Plaisted, Stuart Hemmings, Steve Cantley 17-11: Jan Allen, Reg Cooper, Noel Davis, Ian Rogers 26-11.

In the Fed Fours the Apaches lost their scalps when they played their rearranged game against Vistabella Vikings, losing on all 3 rinks!!!

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would be a hard game, but thanks to Ken Hope, Pat McEwan, John & Gary Raby who were 17 across going into the last end, a brilliant wood by John took out the oppositions wood and the game went to San Miguel. 2 points to San Miguel 6 to Quesada.

The Mohawks had a good result away at Country Bowls winning 6 points to 2. Very well done to Bob Nesbitt, Joe Getgood, Peter Ross, Bob Donnelly 17-16: Jan & Derek Farmer, Alan Booth, Jack Jackson 20-12: Margaret, Sheila, Alan, Eddie lost by 1 shot!! 53 shots to San Miguel, 45 against.

In the Southern League, The Cougars had a bad day against Emerald Isle Cougars losing 10 points to 2. Winning rink was Bob Graham, Ros Stockell, Barbara Scotthern 24-11. Shots for 83, against 117.

A good result for the Jaguars at home against La Marina Dolphins winning 10 points to 4. Very well done to Eileen McLaren, Eddie Cowan, John Raby 18-13: Ken Hope, Sheila Booth, Gary Raby 319: Jan Farmer, Ron Nairey, Paul Thomas 29-14: Anita Brown, Tom Dalgleish, John Marshall 23-11. Shots 135 - 87 against.

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GREENLANDS BOWLS CLUB In the Enterprise Division the Maples were at home to Montemar Matadors, final score was ......Total shots for- 90. total shots against - 110. points for - 6. points against - 8.Winning rinks were - Sheila Stead, Brian Tomlin, Skip - Mel Brown. 15 shots to 14. Dennis Brown, Chris Dewar, skip Sue Brown. 22 shots to 16. Sandra Jones, Zoe Wilcock, skip Jim Wilcock. 17 shots to 12. In the Discovery Division the Sycamores were up against San Luis Romulans. Final scores were - total shots for -112. total shots against - 90. Points For - 10. points against - 4. Winning rinks ..................Diane Lawton, Doreen Watt, skip John Obrien. 19 shots to 18. Jean Giddings, Phil Lockley, skip Graham Watt. 21 shots to 14. Jim Mclean, Margaret Hirst, skip Mike Cassidy. 18 shots to 16. Heather Meston, Mary Lockley, skip Kim Hunter. 25 shots to 9. In the Winter League we travelled to Bonalba. Final score was ......total shots for 71. shots against 92. points for - 4. points against - 8. Winning rinks were Phil Lockley. Mary Lockley, Chris Dewar, skip Sue Brown. 15 shots to 11. Joan Oliver, Margaret Dewar, John Obrien, skip Marilyn Fryatt. 23 shots to 12.n the Southern Division the Oaks were Away to La Marina Sharks, final score was...........total shots for - 78. total shots against - 131. Points for 2. Points against - 12. In the Southern League Div C, The Cedars were at home to San Luis Pumas. final score was........Total shots for - 127. total shots against - 78. Points for - 12. Points against - 2.Winning rinks were .......Janet Bliss, Margaret Hirst, skip Mike Cassidy. 26 shots to3.

Rudy Wattley, Terry Lawton, skip Neville Pulfer. 22 shots to 21.

Heather Meston, Mary Lockley, skip Kim Hunter. 18 shots to 13.

Jean Giddings, Mary Lockley, skip Graham Watt. 29 shots to 11. Vic Young, Ron Stansfield, skip Dave Giddings. 25 shots to 6.

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Emerald Isle bowls. By Robin (the scribe) Adams.

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SAN LUIS BOWLS CLUB Sheila Cammack.

E.i. Cavaliers v Mazarron. A very good result for the Cavaliers, winning on 4 rinks & taking the shots by, 125-93, & points 10-4.

Emerald Isle Winners.: Yvonne Mallaburn, Frank Close & Colin Lindgren, (20-15). Dennis Rhodes, Keith Jolliffe, & Drew Gerrard, (37-11). Mel Highland- Ron White- Ann Marie Stevenson, (23-17).

Linda Vincent, Glenda O'Dell & Mel O'Dell, (24-10). The Cavaliers are looking very good.

A sad day for the E.I. Claymores, fire a long cold trek to La Manga, they failed to win any rinks, & lost shots 52-168. At least they returned with heads held high.

Wed 21st Jan. Winter League, E.I. V Quesada: two of the best teams met in a very close match, The Isle won 2 rinks, and drew one, & the shots by 91-72, points, 7-5, we have a very good team. The Emerald Isle winners were: Jean Parkes- Mike Veale - Colin Highland, & Paul Parkes, (27-7). Pat Heaney, Sue Johnson- Dennis Birkett & Ian Brewster, (35-12). Mary Whitelock, Barbara Eldred, John Pooley & Ally Burns, drew(18.18). Keep it up people!

Mon 23rd. E.I. Neptunes. V El Rancho. Not what the Neptunes needed, A Whitewash, 0- 14 & shots 51-131. It Will get better SOON. Mon 23rd, E.I. Titans v La Marina Pathfinders, The Titans go marching on, a great result winning on 5 Rinks & taking the shots 114-79. Points. 12-2.. Titans winners were : Pat Heaney, Mike Veale & Ian Brewster. (21-9). Linda Vincent , Glenda O'Dell & Mel O'Dell, (23-11). Dennis Rhodes, Keith Jolliffe & Drew Gerrard, (22-9). Mary Whitelock, Gerald Shatwell & Mike Stacey. (14-13).

Marilyn Shatwell, Ron White & Ann Marie Stevenson, (22-19).

Very well done TEAM. Winter League, 25th Jan. E.I. v Javea Green, another good win for the Isle, winning 3 rinks & takingthe shots by 86-61, Points. 8-4.

Emerald Isle winners: Dennis Rhodes, Yvonne Mallaburn, Frank Close & Colin Lindgren. (22-6). Mary Whitelock, Ally Burns, Ann Marie Stevenson & Drew Gerrard, (19-11). Pat Heaney, Sue Johnson, Mike Thomas & Ian Brewster (19-10). Well played the Isle.

Fed 4s, 26th Jan. E.I. Shamrocks v La Siesta Paraketes. A very good win for the Shamrocks against a fine Siestateam, winning on 2 rinks & taking the shots by 57-43' & the points. By 6-2. Shamrock winners: Maureen Foulds, Mary Malcolm, Alan Howcroft & Jim Mulloy. (25-10).

Vic Cameron - Yvonne Mallaburn- Bob Foulds & Frank Close (15-11). Keep it going Shamrocks.

E.I. Leprechauns v San Miguel: A very bad day at the office for such a good team, losing 8-0. It will only get better......

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South Alicante Winter Triples: Enterprise Div. Monday 23rd in cold, windy conditions SL Klingons had a hard battle away v SM Pulsars, points 4-10, 97 shots-112. Winners: Shirley Verity, Jo & Julian Pering 23-12, Pat & Graham Bird, Mal Hughes 24-17.

SL Trekkers, home v LM Explorers, good win, 10pts-4 104 shots103: Doug & Fay Beattie, Drew Russell 21-11, Margaret & Barry Roseveare, Neil Morrison 18-11, Irene Everett, Dave Tilley, Vic Slater 23-17, Mags Haines, Derrick Cooper, Peter Fuller 16-15.

Discovery Div. SL Romulans, away v GL Sycamores, tough game 4pts-10, shots 90-112. Winners: Dennis Jackson, Cas Blay, Babs Shand 17-14, Kath Waywell, Christine Phillips, Harry Epsom 16-15.

Winter League: Wednesday 25th home v Quesada, useful points 7-5, shots 92-81. Winners: Shirley Verity, Ray Clarke, Julian Pering, Russell Marks 26-7, Irene Everett, Lynne Morris, Peter McEneany, Tom Hill 16-16, Kath Reid, Sheila Cammack, David Blackie, Scott Malden 26-18.

Berleen team; Margaret & Neil Morrison, Barry Edwards, Vic Slater, good result, 23-19.

Thursday 26th FED 4’s League Div A SL Ospreys; home v VB Vikings; excellent result 8pts-0, 83 shots-36. Winners: Ann Holland, Keith Phillips, Sabrina Marks, Mal Hughes 30-9, Sheila Cammack, Jo Pering June & Keith Jones 22-13, Shirley Verity, Ray Pollock, Peter McEneany, Russ Marks 31-14. Div B SL Condors; great result, home v GL Bulls, 8pts-0, shots 65-33. Winners: Jan Pocock, Margaret & Neil Morrison, Brian Pocock 24-9, Mags Haines, Bill Webb, Barry Edwards, Roy Cordell 25-12, Ros Holmes, Les Bedford Dave Tilley, Vic Slater 16-12. Tuesday 24th Div C SL Bazas away v LS Hoopoes, close result; 4pts-4, 53 shots-54. Winners: Doug Beattie, Margaret Stephens, Fay Beattie, Drew Russell 17-14, Ian Ross, Caz Blay, Sue Ross, Scott Malden 19-18.

Friday 27th LLB Southern League, SL Lions home v EI Cavaliers, positive result 12pts-2, shots 117-79. Winners: Colin Jackson, Ray Pollock, Phil Morrachan 17-12, Pat & Graham Bird, Scott Malden 28-14, Kath Reid, Giuseppe Galelli, Mal Hughes 20-14, Steve Simmons, Sheila Cammack, Roy Cordell 15-10, Ray Clarke, Keith Phillips, Keith Jones 26-10. SL Tigers, home v VB Lanzadores shots 96-102, points 7-7. Winners: Margaret & Barry Roseveare, Neil Morrison 16-16, Allen Bowen, Les Bedford, Sue Cooper 20-15, Jan Pocock, Vic Slater, Brian Pocock 20-17, Irene Everett, Cas Blay, John Malden 18-11. SL Pumas away v GL Cedars a tough game 2pts-12, 78 shots-127, winners: Sheila Reynolds, Geoff Francis, Margaret Clarke 24-7.

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Vistabella bowls Report With Lynne Bishop.

Plenty going off this week with very mixed results. The Monday S.A Spitfire League Albatrosses were away to the Quesada Pearls winning on two rinks skipped by E Bishop & A Brown. VB 83 (4) -130 (10) Q. The Drivers had a fab home win against San Miguel Meteors. J Chaplin, S Norris & I Kenyon 27-15. A Leggatt, B Pointon & P Whitehall 18-10. F Barclay, B Ewart & G Thorpe 2016. D Leggatt, L Barber & B Norris 21-20 P Rafferty, D Chaplin & Carol Thorpe 13-13. VB 115 (11) -95 (3) Voyager league Eagles were away to El Rancho Bronchos, a bad day at the office. VB 85 (1)-146 (13) ER. Winter League at home against Finca Guila, a superb win across the board. Well done to the team. VB 97 (8) - 64 (0) FG. Fed 4's. The Vikings had two games this week the first at home against San Miguel Apaches, a full house of points and a bag full of scalps. VB 73 (8) -25 (0)SM. The second game being away to the San Luis Osprey wiped the smile off our faces..total defeat. VB 26 (0) -83 (8) SL. Southern League Div.1 Lanzadores away to the San Luis Tigers, a pleasing result especially with our thee Amigios clocking up a win worth four points G Paylor, S Allman & E Bishop 29-10. also winning were O Ratcliffe, M Regan & A Brown 17-13 & a draw of 1616 from J Chaplin, S. J Broadhurst & I Kenyon. VB 102 (7) - 96 (7) SL. The Picadors at home to MonteMar Matadores had two wins from G Thorpe's & M Foulcer's teams and a drawn game from P Rafferty's. Shots were very close VB 95 (5)- 96(9) MM Div 3 Conquistadors beat the Emerald Isle Roundheads at home, well done to R Savage, Ken Savage & P Tomkins 29-10. S Cox, R Hudson & J Harwood 20-14. M Irwin, J Bagwell & M Cox 27-17. L Prockter, D Graham & B Prockter 25-14 & D Harwood, P Cadwell & G Gandy 20-12. VB 132 (12) -82 (2),EI.

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Monte Mar Matadors v Greenlands Maples - Winning on three rinks well done to Sue Kemp, June Young, skip Brian Zelin 30-12. Ethel Finan, Val Hignett skip Tony Finan 22-10. Denise Ashberry, Dave Melville, skip Bill Young 16-14. Shots Matadors 110 – 90 Maples.

Points Matadors 8 – 6 Maples.

Monte Mar Toreadors v Country Bowls Flamingos - the long trip to Country Bowls was worthwhile for the Toreadors firstly we played without the wind and rain and secondly we had a excellent all round team performance. Winning on four rinks drawing on one and losing the last end on the remaining rink. Shots Toreadors 120 – 89, lamingos. Points Toreadors 11 – 3 Flamingos.

Tuesday January 24th - Fed Fours - Monte Mar Picadors v Horadada Well done to the Picadors winning on all rinks. Shots Picadors 60 – 40 Horadada. Points Picadors 8 – 0 Horadada.

Friday January 27th - Monte Mar Matadors v Vistabella Picadors Winning on three rinks and drawing on one. Well done to Rowena Good, Sue Kemp skip Brian Zelin 19 – 15. Pauline Merry, Mike Farrelly skip Chris Merry 16 – 11. Ronnie Cairns, June Young skip David Eades 20 - 16. Geraldine Fisher, Harry Dobson skip Gordon Fisher 16 – 16. Shots Matadors 96 – 95 Picadors. Points 9 – 5 Monte Mar Toreadors v Horadada Royals - The long trip to Horadada turned out to be a disappointment for the Toreadors only winning on one rink. While there were some very close matches on a number of rinks the Toreadors only managed one win.

Shots Toreadors 92 – 133 Royals. Points Toreadors 2 – 12 Royals.

Wll done to the winning rink of Sue Bounds, Les Bounds and skip Jan Gatward.

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The week started with The Pintos playing host to The Emerald Isle Neptunes, on wet mat with a stiff varying wind, making play a little tricky. The Neptunes were a little let down by late unavailability of players and were a rink short despite attendance of reserves, as well as difficulty of some, in finding line and length. Pintos were able to take all the rinks and the overall shots by an appreciable margin.

In the afternoon The Broncos entertained The Eagles from Vistabella and turned in another good result for El Rancho, good play enabled them to take full advantage of the home rink in tricky conditions to take 5 rinks and draw the other, with a good shot difference.

On Friday The Mustangs played host to La Marina Seagulls, who are always good company and may struggle to adjust to the fast mat, but never complain. The Mustangs took advantage of the home mat to take the rinks 5-1, with losing rink being a close tussle. A good battle and good fun all round. Irene Thomson, Jim Taylor and Eddie Thomson 28-7. Ann Taylor, Malc Sykes and Jim Gracie 23-16. Bob Morgan, John Skipper and David Whitworth 20-12. Henry Ryder, Jan Bright and Richard Lee 16-18. Judy Foley, Keith Cunningham and Geoff Jones 21-11. Barbara Jones, Sheila Cooper and Carolyn Harris 34-11.

Meanwhile The Raiders visited La Siesta to play their Golds and played very well to come away with 2 rinks, always a good result away from home. Helga Schiffmann, Diane Yates and Gary Newson 25-13. Ann C Taylor, Shirley Edwards and Bob Taylor 13-21. Pam Harris, Graham Day and Brian Harris 13-22. Gill Bartlett, Bob Easthope and Rob Clark 22-18. Ria Dukker, Tricia Elsam and Richard Needham 6-36. Edward Elsam, Tony Robinson and Keith Longshaw 7-24.

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JUSTIN ROSE played in the Sony Open in Hawaii because of a new rule requiring PGA Tour members to add at least one tournament they had not played in the previous four years to their season. It was worth the effort, he came second to Justin Thomas who was on a roll after winning the Tournament of Champions at Kapalua the week before.

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Elche’s villain turns hero

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ober Correo, deemed surplus to requirements at Espanyol last summer, hasn't enjoyed a particularly auspicious loan period at Elche to date. Mediocre performances culminating in seven yellow cards and a red have seen the Ilicitano jury very much hung. Everything changed on Friday night, though, when the Extremeño was on hand, late in the game, to chip in with a priceless contribution to what, in all likelihood, will be Elche's best win of the season.

A dismal crowd of 5,766 braved the cold for the less than favourable 8pm kick-off time and were made to wait until almost the very end for something to enjoy. Girona, a strong second place in the Segunda A classification and rightly so, were odds-on favourites to help themselves to three points from an inconsistent Elche presently enduring a patchy run of form. The bookmakers logic was sound, this was a contest between the division's top scorers and one of the worst defences.

You feared for Elche's safety.

Not so, as things turned out. Elche quickly found Girona well organised and difficult to break down.

Chances for either side were few and far between and for the most part the opening forty five minutes, whilst watchable, produced very little by way

of clear cut chances. Much of the action occurred in the middle third of the pitch and although visitor René Román was the busier of the two goalkeepers, he still found time to ask a ball-boy behind the net he was tending for a ball to bounce around. Halftime 0-0 It's almost as though Elche, having spent the opening half probing Girona for weaknesses, then decided to execute their game plan. They were altogether more efficient after the restart.

Playing an unaccustomed 3-5-2 to nullify the considerable Catalan goal threat with three centre-backs Alberto Toril, or his scouts, had clearly done their homework – Elche were dealt a blow just before the break with the loss of right wing-back Pedro. His replacement, first choice right-back Correa, slotted in just fine, he even looked the part playing slightly further forward.

A couple of times during a much better second-half Elche had the sparse crowd on their frozen feet with crisp passing movements that, while quite exciting to watch, came to nothing. Not many teams have put a very good Girona side under this much pressure but Elche just didn't have the nous to take advantage of all their possession. This being Elche, regular watchers will have been aware that settling for a point close to the end almost invariably means a dropped guard followed quickly by all three points. Step forward Rober Correa.

This had the look of goal-less draw from about fifteen minutes out but Elche kept plugging away,

Match winner CORREO in a familiar position

probably more in hope than expectation. Three minutes before the end, lively left sided midfielder Fabián, his head bandaged from an earlier accidental collision - the third similar incident of the game – slung a hopeful cross into the Girona penalty area. Two Girona defenders and their goalkeeper rose simultaneously. You'd have thought one of the trio would have averted the danger. Nope !

Correa also leapt and was the only one of the four to actually make contact with the ball. Quite how much he knew about it was moot, his touch - the

ball seemed to come off his face – was enough to win it for the home side.

The way this Elche side are capable of playing there is every chance, between now and season's end, of an opponent being on the wrong end of a hiding. It was never going to be Girona but in the end it didn't need to be. The bare minimum was adequate. Elche now sit eleventh of twenty two with a zero goal difference. They've had that kind of season.

Cadena Sunrise 10 Pin Bowling League 25th Jan 2017 (Week 15) The Bandits Sunrise Colegas 999's Sol Amigos Pin Pals

2 8 4 2 2

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6 0 4 6 6

This Weeks Top Performers Ladies Hi/Game Sue Allen 190 Hi/Game+H/Cap Sue Allen 238 Hi/Series Julie Thorpe 516 Hi/Series+H/Cap Sue Allen 647

Gi Gi's Hookers Alley Gators Pin Pushers Sunrise Colegas Sol Amigos Alley Cats S***T Happens 999's The Bandits Pin Pals

P 45 45 45 45 45 45 45 45 45 45

W 40 35 34 33 31 31 29 28 22 16

D L 0 20 0 25 1 25 0 27 0 29 0 29 0 31 1 31 0 38 0 44

Tot 34091 33943 33636 33332 33998 33256 34028 33111 32976 32613

Gi Gi's Hookers S***T Happens Alley Gators Alley Cats Pin Pushers

Gents Gary Walsh 216 Bob Pinfold 238 Maurice Allen 529 David Davies 649 Gms Ave. 45 757 45 754 45 747 45 740 45 755 45 739 45 756 45 735 45 732 45 724

Hi-G 858 902 836 832 881 823 849 823 823 815

Hi-S 2431 2472 2352 2402 2412 2395 2439 2334 2383 2318

El Pantio2 Golf Society The Medalford on Tuesday, 24th January attended by a healthy 21 players and guests can be re-named the Ian Craig benefit tournament because of his domination of all the major awards in the competition.

Nearest the pins : Hole 6 and Hole 9, Ian Craig. 3rd Place - Handicap 15, Alan Robinson Net 9 Shots. 2nd Place Handicap 14, Bryan Watson Net 8 Shots. 1st Place Handicap 5, Ian Craig Net 5 Shots.

Pts 80 70 69 66 62 62 58 57 44 32

CARP R US The match on 26th January was fished at the El Bosquet complex. With the thermometer on-site showing -1oc at 8.30, we assumed the fishing would be hard. We assumed correctly, although the day warmed up the fish were not really in the mood to feed. Roy Dainty finished first with 8.80kg using pole and bread flake, second was Steve Collins (5.54kg) using pole and bread, third Steve Fell (1.84kg) using pole and maggot and Graham Ledley (1.50kg) was fourth using straight lead and sweet corn, Further information about the club can be found on its website www.carprus.weebly.com or on our Facebook page Carp-RUs Fishing Costa Blanca.

The club is currently looking for new members and anyone interested can contact us through the Facebook page, the website or calling the club secretary, Steve Fell, on 634 379 081.

by David Swann

If anyone would like to join our Society, we play at El Plantio Golf Club on Tuesday, Friday and Sunday. We use both courses - the Par 3 nine hole course and the main 18 hole course, so we cater for all abilities. The membership rates are ver competitive, so call for more details. Anyone who wishes to play in the Society as a guest or join as a new member, contact Ian Henderson on 966 716 616 or 636 116 230.

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