Costa blanca leader edition 612 by The Leader

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By Staff Reporter Unions representing medical workers have denounced the health department and the Torrevieja hospital for failing to provide adequate cover during one of the busiest times of the year, Easter week. In a combined statement, the CC.OO, UGT, Usae and Cemsatse unions say that they warned the department before Easter of a pending state of collapse in the service, but no action was taken to increase front-line or administrative staff, resulting in some patients waiting up to 48 hours for admission.

Moreover, the hospital were dealing with eleven patients who had to be cared for in isolation, although six of them were only protected by curtains, and two of those were showing signs and symptoms of flu, thus risking transmission to other patients. The unions are demanding the reopening of recently closed intensive care units and the provision of the staff necessary to cover these areas and the hospital in general, as all roles in the hospital are working over capacity, including doctors, nurses, support and administration staff and even in the local store rooms where the logistic division responsible for the provision of supplies is unable to cope with demand.

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Paul was the eldest of four brothers. He was the boss. He was married to Lynda for very nearly 40 years and the father of two children, Mark and Emma, of whom he was very proud. As his career developed he became a director of a shipping company and this enabled him and Lynda to purchase the property in Cabo Roig. Lynda decided to retire which Paul was pleased about although he didn’t realise is that she was retiring to live in Spain and wouldn’t be making his tea…… But they loved it. He would fly out every weekend and his holidays were always in Spain Every Christmas Paul would tell us that he was retiring in 5 years – it was a rolling 5 years but it eventually arrived and a it was well deserved one. Of course when he arrived in Spain on a permanent basis he was then able to follow his hobbies of jet skiing, sailing and flying and of course latterly he became an entrepreneur of Openbox Television systems which he fitted into many private properties as well as a lot of local bars and restaurants. And as all the recipients knew .... nobody could fault his customer service as he would literally interrupt whatever he was doing, often whilst out eating a meal, to rush off and fix someone’s box. Paul enjoyed immensely the last 5 years of his life being very much part of the local community as the odd job man, the pool attendant and the TV and Internet technician. He made some very special friends here and this is where he would have loved to spend the rest of life. It’s such a shame it was cut so short.

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Elderly British Woman injured after Cala Mosca Fall

First on the scene were the Policia Local n elderly woman, believed to be of British origin and in her late seventies, was rescued by the emergency services having fallen down the embankment at Cala Mosca on the Orihuela Costa on Wednesday.

The grossly overstretched and hugely under resourced local police were once again first on the scene but due to the complexity of the location and the injuries suffered they called on the fire service and emergency medics to assist. The fire service attended shortly afterwards, but in a situation that has almost become the unacceptable norm, it took the ambulance around half an hour to attend. There is no doubt that if the long-awaited Emergency Coordination Centre was complete then the response to this incident would have been faster and better resourced, the victim this time lucky enough to escape with her life.

Cala Mosca is a rough, cliff-lined area with mostly inaccessible beaches which are therefore not classified as suitable for bathing. Despite this, the area is very popular with many visitors and residents looking for secluded areas, despite the treacherous access and egress routes. The security of the upper land has been further compromised in recent years by motorists ignoring the now parking and no entry or access restrictions, many of who had even removed boulders which had been placed to prevent vehicular access. The land adjacent to the site has also been under dispute for some years as it is environmentally protected, but permission was granted to build a residential complex on the land, a plan which was halted by petitions over the delicate environment which houses endangered species.

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Three Day Auto Showcase at Alicante IFA The FIRAUTO - AUTOMOBILE FAIR will take place at the IFA Alicante on 22, 23, 24 APRIL 2016. It will comprise of a number of different exhibitions all under one roof, the New Car Show, the Expocar - Used Car Show and the Sobre2ruedas Motorcycle Fair During three intensive days, IFA will become the largest showcase of new and used vehicles in the province. FIRAUTO will offers visitors all things new as well as the very latest in technology and market developments. At EXPOCAR, the public will be able

to buy used and second-hand as well as showroom models that are still at kilometre 0. The organisers promise that there will be an enormous selection to suit everybody’s tastes and all at incredible prices. The most recent edition of the show saw over 20,000 visitors through the doors and the organisers promise that in 3 weeks time this edition of the fair be even better It will also feature an extensive array of products for the driver, financing services, insurance, etc. and as usual, visitors will have the opportunity to put

their vehicle through a free Pre-ITV free during their visit. The cost of admission is 8 euros, or by presenting the discount voucher that can be downloaded at http://firauto.feria-alicante.com/2016/ index.php it will cost you only 6 euros. A further euro will be discounted if you purchase advance entry at http://tienda.feria-alicante.com/es/ Place: IFA - Institution Ferial Alicantina. Dates: 22, 23, April 24, 2016 Hours: 10'30 to 21'00 h. www.feria-alicante.com

Free Colon Cancer Testing The Quirónsalud hospital in Torrevieja has launched a free campaign aimed at the early diagnosis of colon cancer. The campaign was launched to coincide with

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World Colon Cancer Day, which was the 31st of March, and offer free screenings to both the domestic and foreign population of the Vega Baja area, specifically those of an increased risk, aged between 50 and 74. The campaign will run from the 5th to the 15th of April and more information can be obtained from the hospital on 966 92 57 61, emailing prevencion.trv@quironsalud.es, and on their website, www.quironsalud.es/torrevieja/es. A kit is needed to collect a sample for testing. These kits can be collected from the hospital itself, or from their private health centres in Orihuela and Santa Pola.

DIVER FINDS DRUG STASH An off-duty Guardia officer stumbled on a bundle of drugs whilst diving off the coast of Pilar de la Horadada. The officer was diving in his leisure time last Wednesday when he found the bundle around a kilometre from the coast. The officer raised an alert and the scene was attended by divers from the Guardia Civil underwater team who recovered the bundle, weighing 16 kilos, with an estimated value of 26,000 euro. The drugs were in poor condition however, having been submerged for some time. They were taken to the Guardia Civil offices in Pilar de la Horadada for destruction.

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PARISH DAY FEAST IN ORIHUELA COSTA Easter Monday, the 28th March, saw the Parish of the Risen Christ in Orihuela Costa celebrating a very important event – their Parish Day Feast. The Resurrection of the Lord is the most important event in religious live of every Christian but in this community the day is especially significant because of the name of the Parish. But this year it was actually a triple celebration due to the fourth anniversary of the Ecumenical Centre – the main Chapel of the parish, located in Diamante Street nº7. During the celebration of Holy Mass, directed by the Parish Priest, Father Joaquin Carlos, he dedicated a part of his sermon to explain the meaning of the modern Altar mural (Retablo), the work of church architect and artist Mr. Angel Gambin. The Retablo has been recently blessed by the Bishop of Dioceses Orihuela Alicante, Msr. Jesús Murgui Soriano during his Pastoral Visit at the end of February; his first Pastoral visit in this young parish. The special guests participating in the liturgy were the professional musicians from the music school Conservatorio de Maestro Casanova and Unión Musical Torrevejense: Mr. José A. García – Baritone Saxophone, Mr. Francisco J. Garres – Clarinet, Mrs. Nataliya Khomyak - Piano and the Quartet of voices “Cantus Colorus”: Ms. Uliana, Mr. Taras, Mr. Orest Khomyak and Mrs. Viktoryia Svyshch. They played and sang the following pieces: Aria - Bach, Gloria, Ave María - Caccini, Panis Angelicus, Serenata - Schubert, Agnus Dei, Ave Verum, Ave María - Gounod. Father Joaquin Carlos said he was also very pleased to welcome a representative of the Orihuela Costa Town Hall, Fermín González Rodríguez.

After the Mass there was a reception consisting of a brotherhood meal with barbeque and delicious homemade desserts. The celebration was concluded with a raffle and bingo. On behalf of the Parish of the Risen Christ we would like to thank everyone who helped to make our day so memorable and enjoyable.

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RBL EASTER LUNCH The Orihuela Costa and District Branch of The Royal British Legion held their Easter Lunch at the Sunrise Restaurant Playa Flamenca on Sunday 20 March. Itwas attended by 75 members and friends of the Branch Several members made and donned Easter Bonnets and a panel of judges voted that Pauline Breen came first whilst commending the rest of the participants for all their efforts. The food and company made the whole afternoon very enjoyable. The next meeting of the Branch will be held on 21 April at a slightly earlier start time of 6pm for 6.30. This due to a dinner after the meeting along with entertainment from TAABS and the Crazy Ladies to celebrate the 90th Birthday of HRH Queen Elizabeth

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The Bowen Technique - Treatment with Body Harmony The Bowen Technique was pioneered by Thomas Bowen, born in Geelong, Australia. After working in miscellaneous labouring jobs as a young man, he developed a great interest in massage and body work and spent time observing football trainers and others involved with sports. By the time he was in his early 40´s, this gifted man had established a full time practice in remedial therapy using the technique he developed. It is amazing at the effectiveness of this simple and gentle “hands-on” therapy. The Bowen Technique is suitable for everyone, from the tiniest of babies, to athletes and frailest of adults. It looks at restoring balance to the body by a series of very gentle rolling type moves made with the therapist´s fingers and thumbs over precise areas of the body. A unique feature of the Bowen Treatment is that after a series of set moves, the therapist leaves the room for a couple of minutes. This prompts the body to reset, repair and rebalance itself. The Bowen Technique does not rely on hard pressure, it is a very light touch therapy and there is no twisting, bending or awkward repositioning of the client during the treatment. It can be performed through light clothing. A key element of the Bowen Technique so that we work holistically and do not treat a specific condition but look at the person as a whole. WHAT CAN BOWEN SAFELY TREAT. Common presenting problems include back and neck pain, knee problems, sports injuries, RSI, frozen shoulder, tennis elbow and respiratory problems. Conditions such as chronic fatigue, hayfever, headache, kidney problems and problems requiring lymphatic

not receiving other physical therapies whilst being treated with the Bowen Technique. If tou feel that the BOWEN TECHNIQUE is actually what you need right now and would like further info or to book an approintment, then please contact Christine Quinlan at BODY HARMONY. The telephone number is 966 795 103. Email address is...bodyharmony@tinyworld.co.uk..and website is..bodyharmonytherapies.co.uk. BODY HARMONY IS BASED IN LA MARINA drainage have responded favourably to Bowen Technique. Some people use the Bowen Technique as a means of stress management and health maintenance, seeing their therapists regularly 2-4 times a year. The Bowen Technique also addresses many other conditions and it is regarded as safe and effective for people of all ages. THE ACTUAL BOWEN TREATMENT With Bowen Technique, I am happy to work either directly onto skin or through light clothing. The first session will consist of a consultation during which I take notes about you, your lifestyle, conduct any assessments required and then carry out the Bowen Therapy. Treatments are normally about an hour. Every person is unique and therefore treatments and times are tailored to the individual. An initial course of three treatments is recommended to see how the client responds to treatment, usually at weekly intervals. Some clients will experience instant pain relief, whereas with others the body may respond over the next few days, but normally even chronic conditions will see relief with an initial set of three treatments. It is recommended that clients are

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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.

THE BOOZE CRUISE Over the last two years there has been a worrying increase in the number of passengers, using various airlines, creating a major disturbance on planes flying to the Canary Islands, as well as on other routes to Spain’s sunshine holiday destinations. The most common issue is excessive consumption of alcohol before and during the flight, leading to a number of major incidents. In some cases, offending passengers have had to be restrained during the flight, whilst others have forced pilots to seek a premature landing at another airport, involving delays, inconvenience, distress and increased expenses for the airline and other passengers. Neither is this an entirely British condition, since I am also aware of several Scandinavian airlines that have had similar problems in recent months. There are now pleasing signs that some airlines are toughening up on their policy towards offending passengers, yet the issue seems to be getting worse. In most cases, these passengers are arrested, fined and often banned from flying on commercial airlines for a number of years. This is to be welcomed, but the penalties are currently clearly not high enough, and I remain unconvinced that the problem is being dealt with effectively and aggressively at source. Flying is not a pleasurable experience for most people, and many holidaymakers like to have an alcoholic drink to help them relax before they take to the skies. Flights can also be incredibly boring, unless engrossed in a good book, watching a thrilling film on a personal tablet, or able to sleep for a few hours. On-board snacks and drinks do help to relieve some of the boredom. The problem appears to be that

some of the cheaper carriers are so desperate to promote their sales of booze and food on board to increase their profit margins, but forget that this actually affects passengers in a way that could create devastating circumstances for the entire flight. I recall a flight that I took from the UK to Gran Canaria some months ago with a low cost airline; it was an experience that I will never forget, and for all the wrong reasons. The troubles began as soon as a group of wildly excited young men boarded the flight, clearly intoxicated and in the party mood at ten o’clock in the morning. Whether they were intoxicated with booze or drugs, I cannot be certain, but it did not take an expert to recognise that these passengers should never have been allowed to board the plane. The problems were compounded by the airline’s trolley service, which continually plied its trade up and down the aisles every 30 minutes or so on the four-hour flight. The group of young men were sold beers and spirits in abundance leading to even more riotous, noisy and foul mouthed behaviour. Instead of refusing them more alcohol, they were encouraged to drink more, and I lost count of the number of fifty-pound notes that changed hands on the flight. This group of young men were clearly good customers and would no doubt considerably boost the airline’s profit and the cabin crew’s commissions. Meanwhile, myself and other passengers were suffering from the actions of this group of thoughtless partygoers. As well as noisy, foul mouthed, riotous behaviour, we were sprayed and showered with the remaining dregs inside cans of beers, gins and tonics, although the cabin crew were kind enough to offer us moist tissues to mop ourselves with.

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By Bar rie Mahoney Finally, one member of the group vomited, partly into a paper bag, with the remainder hitting a passenger seated in the next aisle. We all had to endue the foul stench for the remainder of the journey. As well as passengers taking greater responsibility for themselves and their own behaviour, airlines and airports clearly need to monitor those attempting to board aircraft in an intoxicated state. As well as enhanced security measures, airlines and airports should adopt a more responsible approach to sales of alcohol on flights. I also question whether it is really necessary to serve alcohol in airports and on aircraft anyway, other than to boost profits? I guess that is my answer; without selling alcohol, ticket prices would rise. After my experience, this is certainly my preferred option. If you enjoyed this article, take a look at Barrie’s websites: www.barriemahoney.com and www.thecanaryislander.com or read his book, ‘Island in the Sun’ (ISBN: 9780992767181). Available in paperback, as well as Kindle. © Barrie Mahoney

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HOW TO NEGOTIATE ROUNDABOUTS If you are unsure about the correct way to negotiate roundabouts, here are some simple rules to help you enter and exit roundabouts safely and in the right lane.

APPROACHING ROUNDABOUTS It’s important to remember to give way to traffic already on the roundabout. If the roundabout is outside urban areas of towns or cities, keep right. If the roundabout is in a built-up area inside a town or city and the lanes are clearly marked, you should use the lane that best corresponds to the exit you need to take.

LEAVING ROUNDABOUTS This causes the most confusion amongst drivers. Which lane to choose? Why do I get beeped at if I’m in the right lane? Drivers must exit roundabouts from the right hand lane, because the only way to leave the roundabout is by turning right. This does-

n’t mean we always have to enter the roundabout from the right hand lane. It depends on the exit we need to take. However this simple rule, in practice, can be more complex. Let us see some examples. 1st EXIT RIGHT Enter roundabout keeping to right hand side lane. Stay in lane until exit is reached. Indicate and exit roundabout. CONTINUING STRAIGHT ON (e.g. 2nd EXIT STRAIGHT AHEAD) Enter roundabout keeping to right hand side lane. Stay in lane until exit is reached. Indicate prior to exit and leave roundabout. TURNING LEFT OR CHANGING DIRECTION (e.g. 3rd OR FINAL EXIT) Enter roundabout keeping to left hand side lane. Stay in lane until you have passed the exit before your turn off, then change lane by indicating right and giving other road users sufficient time to anticipate your manoeuvre. Don’t forget that drivers circulating in the outside lanes have priority, so use your mirrors to ensure you are not blocking them as you change lanes.

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Helm, b. Mitchell, c. Keltner, d. Baker, e. York 15. What is the world's longest railway line, and between which two cities does it run? 16. In which films did Sir Laurence Olivier play the following roles? a. Ezra Lieberman, b. Mahdi, c. Marcus Licinius Crassus, d. Air Chief Marshal Sir Hugh Dowding, e. Dr Christian Szell, f. Rudolf Hess

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EURONICS THURSDAY DART LEAGUE “THE ELECTRICAL SHOP” - BLUE LAGOON MATCH RESULTS LAIDIES AND MEN’S SINGLES FOR 31ST MARCH 2016

El Capitan Hub Hyenas Junction Jackals Breakaways Masseys Porterhouse Ale House Pint Depot Kings

P 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20

GPF 43 36 35 27 26 35 23 14

GPA 17 24 25 33 34 25 31 46

Pts 37 34 28 28 28 25 21 15

Tradewind’s Pirates Tavern Junction Jaguars Hen's Teeth Sporting Life Mfits Evolution Pint Depot Queens Hub Hellraisers

P 20 20 20 20 20 20 20 20

GPF 37 37 32 34 43 26 21 12

GPA 23 23 28 26 17 34 39 48

Pts 19 18 18 16 15 13 4 1

This week saw the Semi-finals and Final of the Ladies and Men's Singles. The first semi was between Yvonne of the Porterhouse against Sonia from the Sporting Life Misfits 501 best of 5. The first leg started slowly with Sonia hitting a 75 and 66, Yvonne scoring a 62 and 99, both players reaching a double, Yvonne finishing on D5. The second leg was much better Sonia hitting 60, 68. Yvonne scoring 61, 100, 125 before finishing on D1. The third leg was another good game Sonia scoring well 62, 60, 64, 92. Yvonne hitting 60, 80, 70, 85, 58 finishing on D4. Giving Yvonne a 3-0 win into the final. The second Semi saw 2 team mates drawn against each other from the Jaguar's, Gail versus Wendy. The first leg was slowly away Wendy scored a 71, Gail scoring 69, 70, Wendy finishing on D8. The second leg went similar as the first Gail hitting 81, Wendy scored a 66 before finishing on D11, going 2-0

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up. Gail was in danger of going out but both players upped their games in this 3rd. leg, Wendy scoring 72, 89, 87. Gail scoring 90, 60, 62 and a D1 made it 2-1. The fourth leg was evenly matched with Wendy hitting 76, 63. Gail hitting 76, 68. with both players on a double it finally evened the match at 2 all when Gil hit D8. The deciding leg saw Gail score well with 74, 86, 92. Wendy scored steadily catching Gail and finishing on D2. to go into the final winning 3-2.

another even match with Wendy hitting 95, 67, Yvonne 81, 60, 85, once again both players on a double and again Yvonne getting the D2 finish, 3-0 to Yvonne. The fourth leg saw yvonne score well with 60, 60, 85, 61, 89, Wendy replied with a 98 but Yvonne was going to let the win slip away when she finished on D4 giving her the win 4-0 and this year's Ladies Singles champion title. Well done to both players making it a entertaining contest.

Next game saw the first semi of the men's singles, Andy of the Jackals against Des Field of Massey's

Merv won the throw for the bull and so had the darts for the first leg. Merv started on 100, followed by 83, 140, 80. Andy replied with 60, 100, 82 , 70, but with Merv have the darts he finished D2. The 2nd leg saw another good game with Andy hitting 81, 60, 60, 60, 83, Merv replied with 60, 85, 96, 100 and straight out on a S17, D20. 20 to Merv. 3rd leg was a even match with Merv hitting 140, 81, 60, Andy coming back with 140, 60, 82, and a D9 finish. 2-1 to Merv. The 4th leg was another good scoring leg with Merv scoring 100, 60, 60, 83, Andy scoring 100, 60, 60, 60, and a 97 finish 3, T18, D20. to level the score 2-2. The next leg continued with both players playing well Merv hitting 60, 140, 60, Andy hitting 60, 100, 80, 100, 60,70, and a finisH of D5. 3-2 to Andy. The 6th leg Andy scored 81, 95, 82, 100, but could not find his double, Merv hit 134, 79 and a D16 finish, all level again at 3-3. And so we came to the deciding 7th leg, Merv scored 60, 60, 100, 100, 120, Andy hit 60, 81, 100, 100, and then with 56 to finish Andy hit the 16 but missed the double top with the next two darts, Merv stepped up needing a double 8 and the first dart was on the wire the second dart was deadly hitting D8 and giving the final to Merv 4-3 the this years Men's Singles Champion. Well done to both of the finalist for a exciting contest and taking it to the wire.

The standard of darts was very good with Andy hitting 3 x 60. Des scored 80, 79, 60 before Andy having the throw shooting out S17, D20. The second leg was even better with Des having the throw scoring 60, 80, 100, 60. Andy replying with 125, 60, 66, 73 and finishing on D20, to go 2-0 up. The 3rd. leg again was similar with Des hitting 79, 60, 60, 100, 80, Andy coming back with 61, 95, 83, 88, and finishing with S18, D20. Winning 3-0 and into the final, 3 very good games by both players. The second semi saw Sean Smith of the Hub against Merv Harley from Massey;s This was another excellent match from both players Sean scoring 60, 83, 60, 60, 100. Merv scoring 60, 140, 100, and finishing on D20. The next leg again saw good steady scores with Merv hitting 95, 81, 100, 85, 82. Sean replying with 125, 60, 60, 100, and a D15 finish. making it 1-1. The 3rd leg saw Sean hit 100, 3 x 60, 100, Merv hit 100, 81. 2 x 60 and a D5 finish, 2-1 Merv. The 4th leg Merv hit 70, 60, with Sean replying with 100, 60, 100, and a D10 finish, level again and the deciding leg to come. This again was a good leg with Merv hitting 60, 60, 81, 100, Sean replied with 60, 85, 60, 80, and with both on a double it was Merv clocking out on D8 and into the final winning 3-2 to play Andy. The Finals was 501 best of 7, first final was Yvonne of the Porterhouse against Wendy of the Jaguars. Yvonne won the throw for the bull so had the darts for the first leg. This was a fairly even leg with Wendy hitting 70, 78. and Yvonne hitting 81 and 100 before finishing on D8. In the 2nd. leg Yvonne scored 100, 60, 100 getting to the double first, Wendy scored 87, 61, with both players on a double Yvonne finally finished on D1. 2-0 to Yvonne. The 3rd leg was

TORREVIEJA DARTS LADIES ORGANISATION Ladies League Singles The Ladies of the League gathered once again for the Annual Singles competition, which was held for the first time at Buscavidas Montsinos and with a well supported competition, most games going all the way, an enjoyable evening was had by all. Not quite maximum entries, but almost, with 30 ladies competing, even though two teams did not take part this time around. Through to the Quarter Finals we had Gail Murray and Pam Horton, with Pam Horton winning through to the Semi-Finals. The second Quarter Final between Maz Scott-Deness and Simone de Lacy was won by Maz Scott-Deness. The third Quarter Final between Shirley Stephenson and Pamela Taylor won won by Pamela Taylor and the last Quarter Final between Amanda Skinner and Ana Clavijo was won by Amanda Skinner. The first Semi-Final between Pam Horton and Maz Scott-Deness was won by Pam Horton; and the second Semi-Final between Pamela Taylor and Amanda Skinner was won by Amanda Skinner. Then we had an exciting Final between Amanda Skinner and Pam Horton resulting in a well-deserved win by Amanda Skinner with three dart check-outs. Congratulations and Well Done to Amanda on becoming our 2016 Ladies Champion, along with Pam Horton as Runner-Up. Hot Darts: Sue Casey 156+132+120, Pam Horton 140+126+125+121+100x4, Maz Scott-Deness 138+100, Groa Ingvadottir 132+104, Margaret Boden 132, Chris Greenwood

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131+114, Amanda Skinner, 25 +116 +100x6, Joy Don 125, Gail Murray 125, Anita Morfeg 123, Ana Clavijo 121+100x2, Pamela Taylor 120, Jane Costello 116, Tracey Simpson 114+100, Marylyn Jackson 113, Sue Bradley 113, Simone de Lacy 100. Bull Finish Pamela Taylor, 22 dart game Ana Clavijo A total of 29 games of darts were played, on four Dartboards, and the evening was completed by 23.45 p.m. another good achievement for the League. Thanks go to our Hosts for the evening Campi and Pepe at Buscavidas Montesinos, and to El Balcon Chicas & the Primadonnas for organising the Raffle. Sincere thanks as usual, must go to all those who kindly marked games, above and beyond the call of duty, without which this competition would not run quite so smoothly. Personal thanks to Jackie Tomkinson for her help during the evening too, along with more thanks to Tracey Simpson and Elaine Willis for their work keeping account of the Hot Darts for the evening. Once again, keep up the good work everyone, and enjoy your darts. Pam Horton. 96 571 0066. Ladies Darts Coordinator. Email: Dartess501@gmail.com

The men's final saw Andy of the Jackals against Merv of Massey's.

I would like to thank all the contestants who participated in the competition's and for a very enjoyable night last Thursday I would like to thank the Tavern for their hospitality and the use of the venue. There was one other rearranged match played on Thursday night, it was the team KO quarter-final between Breakaways v Hens Teeth, this was a very close match although the score of 7-0 to the Breakaways is a very misleading impression. Despite some very close games I think the Breakaways must have been practising on their doubles as they just could not miss them, the win taking them into the semi-final in which they will be playing the Hub Hyenas.

QUESADA SWIFTS END OF SEASON PRESENTATION DINNER

The successful Quesada Swifts green bowls team held their end of season dinner at La Consecha restaurant last Friday afternoon, which was very well supported. Not only did they win the CBBA southern league div 3, but went the whole season losing just 2 games. Captain Tina Brinton, vice captain Mike Lamberton and selector Stella Jakeman, were presented the winning trophy by CBBA vice president (and fellow team mate) Steve Hibberd.

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Another good week for San Luis teams, finally winning the big prize. We did it!! After all the effort and team work through the season, Wednesday's result has secured SL Orcas as Winter League winners with 2 matches to go and we've also won the Berleen League. Winter League Wednesday 30th March, SL Orcas home v Bonalba, had some unexpected results, including a fortuitous hot shot along the way, winning on all rinks; shots 120-64, 12pts-0. Winners: Neil Morrison, Jo Pering, June Jones, Keith Jones 31-9, Shirley Verity, Lynne Morris, Giuseppe Galelli, Tom Hill, 18-8, Ann Holland, Keith Phillips, Colin Lindgren, Sabrina Marks 24-15, Sheila Cammack, Angie Goodfellow, Julian Pering, Russell Marks 21-17, Kath Reid, Keith Roberts, Peter McEneany, Noel Verity 26-15. This puts us at the top of the league with 219 points, Quesada on 193, Javea Green on 193 (having played 1 extra match), BBC on 192, so we can't be beaten. Although there was no Berleen match this week, our team, on 24 points, has done enough already with 1 match to go. San Miguel and Quesada both have 2 matches to play but on 18 points they can only achieve a maximum of 22 points. SL Belugas were away v close rivals Greenlands (with just 1 point separating them) and this week beat 2 good teams + a draw for a well deserved 5pts-7, 72shots-92. Winners: Jean Parkes, John Moss, Ray Clarke, Paul Parkes 16-14, Chris Brooks, Bill Webb, Les Bedford, Dave Blackie 16-16, Irene Everett, Audrey Ford, Derrick Cooper, Barry Edwards 22-13. This leaves Belugas on 105 & Greenlands 106, so still points to play for with 2 matches to go. VC League, Friday 1st April. Unfortunately the joke was on us; SL Kestrels, on a beautiful bright sunny, blue day with very strong, gusty winds, where else would we want to be but El Rancho! The company was very pleasant and there were some close matches and some good bowling. Steve Simmons, after fighting all the way back, only just lost his singles match 1921, our rinks team; Scott Malden, Neil Morrison, Roy Cordell & Brian Pocock just lost by 2 shots, 14-16. But after all the hard work, unfortunately the points were 0-12, shots 73-98. Hopefully next time will be better.

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Congratulations to Bob Nesbitt, Carl & Ann Eagle for winning our three day Open last weekend, they faced Vistabella's team of Martin Foulcer, Carol & Gary Thorpe in an exciting final played over twelve ends, after nine ends the home team were 12-7 up but they unfortunately dropped several shots over the last three ends making Ann's San Miguel team the clear winners with a result of 12-14. The two losing semi finalists were Vistabella's Andy Leggatt, Mike Regan & Ian Kenyon and San Miguel's Carol Rudge, Mick Rogers & Mary Dyer, very well done to all of you. A big thank you to Barbara Brown for co ordinating the competition despite a few hic ups with players and BST, you did a brilliant job! Well done Sandra Burrows for running the raffle, to Len Rudge & Barry Norris the umpires, a massive thank you to our Sponsor PM Property Maintenance and to all the competitors for supporting the competition. WINTER LEAGUE sponsored by One-Way Services & Telitec. Two games this week, firstly at Monte Mar on Wed

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where we had a fabulous win, O Ratcliffe, B Ewart, C Watkins & C Thorpe 29-18. S Burrows, B Brown, M Regan & G Thorpe 24-9. L Watkins, T French, N Burrows & M Furness 24-11. J Chaplin, J Bowman, S Allman & I Kenyon 19-1 and B Regan, L Bishop, A Brown & E Bishop 15-12. shots, VB 111 (12) - 65 (0) MM. The Berleen team of D Watt, S Kirk, A Leggatt & G Watt drew 15-15. The second game was a re-arranged one on Friday away at La Marina where we won on three rinks, S Burrows, B Brown, M Regan & G Thorpe 28-9. O Ratcliffe, B Ewart, C Watkins & C Thorpe 25-12. J Chaplin, S Allman, B Norris & B Dunn 22-10. Shots, VB 98 (8) - 75 (4) LM. No Berleen. VCL SAXONS, had a home tie against Quesada Tigers, winning the Ladies Singles was L Watkins 21-11. Triples, O Ratcliffe, S Norris & B Dunn 27-15 and the Rinks, A Leggatt, B and M Regan & I Kenyon 29-10. Shots, VB 109 (8) - 73 (4) Q.

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Salinas Winter Petanca League The Las Salinas winter petanca league has now finished, but on the 1st April the summer league commences. In division 1 Amigos Belgas 1 came first, closely followed by Los Bandidos with Rocajuna finishing in 3rd place. In the 2nd division Blagul 1 comfortably took first place. 2nd place at the death came Amigos Belgas 2 who pipped Lakeside Mosquitos. In division 3 Pumas finished in 1st place with Amigos Belgas 3 taking 2nd place in 3rd place was El Mirador Kestrals. Division 4 winners were Dominos Mc Coys followed by Guardamar in 2nd place, 3rd place went to San Miguel Tigers. In division 5 Rocajuna Lions took top place followed by Blagul 2, 3rd place went to the Falcons. In division 6 Dominos Phoenix were the champions. Over 100 people attended the cup and plate finals, were there was some tense matches that were played in the sun. In the cup Amigos Belgas 1 defeated Buccaneers 6-2 Rocajuna finished in 3rd place. In the plate finals Lakeside mosquitos beat Dominos red 6-2. In 3rd spot came Dominos Mc Coys defeating Lakeside Hellcats. There will be a presentation meal on the

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8th April were up to now 268 people are attending to receive there cups and medals, and a donation will be made to the AECC, from the competitions held this year. Thank you to the sponsors Casas Manuel, Redital orange phone and Dominos bar.

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Introduction to the MOBO Group

Have you ever looked at the sea on a lovely day and thought wouldn’t it be great to have a boat? Then you thought about the cost of purchase and the running costs and the maintenance involved and you rejected the idea. Well, MOBO group may have the answer for you. MOBO group is one of the boat share groups within the Sailing Association Mar Menor. SAMM is based at the Santa Cristina centre in Los Narejos on the Mar Menor and has several groups covering a range of boating activities. MOBO group owns ‘FEFI’ a 22ft Spanish built fishing boat (Artaban) which is moored on Santa Cristina’s secure pier. She has an inboard diesel engine, 2 forward cabins, and can carry up to 6 people.

The owner members share the running costs, the maintenance and, most importantly, the sailing. Generally we sail on the delightful Mar Menor, but sometimes venture through the La Manga canal to the Mediterranean. Entry and running cost are very reasonable and there are vacancies at present. If interested, you could ‘phone Mike at 678 145 674 to find out more and make a date to come down for a trial run. If you can’t get down sooner, SAMM has an open day on 11th May – put it in the diary now! See us on the SAMM website at www.sailingmarmenor.com To contact Mike by e-mail michael_phillips1@msn.com

Easter Tennis at Campoamor (golf)

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The Easter tournament was organized for better standard players. Perfect weather greeted the 16 players when they arrived for the 3 hour tournament. All the players completed 40 games with different partners and opponents in a mixture of mixed and same sex matches. Many of the matches were very close, reflecting the higher club standard of all the players. On Friday 25 March, 24 members and 2 guests played the monthly Stableford game at our home course, La Marquesa. With ideal weather conditions and continuous improvements to the course, it was a perfect recipe for a good day’s golfing. Thus reflected in the scores that came in. The best guest was Matt Holland with 36 points. N.T.P’s went to: 5th Marilyn Eckersall, 11th Bev Fairhurst, 15th John Barraclough, 17th Malcolm Foskett. Best front with 20 pts John Barraclough

and best back nine Malcolm Foskett 19 pts. Three players tied with 35 points but after applying the count back rules Bob Shorley was third and in second place Jan Shorley. However, the outright winner with a resounding 40 points was John Hill. Presentations and refreshments were held at our home venue, the Olde 9th in Quesada. Our next game is scheduled for Friday 29 April, once again, at La Marquesa Golf Course.

Emerald Isle Bowls Club By Elwyn Morris On March 23rd Emerald Isle played away at La Marina BC. They departed as losers in a very close game, going down 7-5 with two winning rinks and a drawn rink winning rinks. Pat Heaney, Mary Whitelock, Ron White and Ian Brewster, winning 24-16. Sandra Kavanagh, Sue Johnson, Mike Veale, Mel Odell, winning 17-16, while Maureen Foulds, Mike Thomas, Jan Westall and Steve Westall managed a very good draw 15-15. Shots 83-77 to La Marina. There was no Berleen game. Friday 25th saw the EI travelling up to Monte Mar for the expected tough game, and where not let down with the home side coming out winners by 8-4 with the shots being 89-68. Emerald Isle recorded two winning rinks: Sandra Kavanagh, Bob Foulds, Dave Close, Frank Close19-10, Maureen Foulds, Mike Thomas, Jan Westall, Steve Westall, coming away with an 18-10 victory. The home side also won the Berleen game 21-14 Having returned to the Winter League after a break of several seasons, the club are happy with the outcome, of the first season back, with some bowlers playing rinks for first time in a league sit-

uation, The VCL league has begun and the Emerald Isle started well with a 12-0,victory over La Siesta away, with a shots difference of 116-61. Frank Close (21-18) and Sandra Kavanagh (21-7) won their single games. Jim Mulloy and Dennis Rhodes pairs (37-10). Maureen Foulds, Bob Foulds and John Mullarkey won trips game (21-17). Yvonne Mallaburn, Linda Vincent, D Close and Mike Veale rounded off a good day by winning their rinks game 16-9 Emerald Isle hosted Javea Green in Winter League on Wed 30th. It turned out to be a close game with visitors winning 3- 2 on rinks but EI took the shots 76-66, making the final score 6-6, some close rinks where played out. The two winning rinks for EI were Pat Heaney Mary Whitelock, Pat Coffey and skip Mike Veale 19-9, Yvonne Mallaburn, Bob Foulds, Dave Close and skip Frank Close 22-9 Next Wednesday sees the final Winter League game of season when EI host San Miguel

MEN WOMEN 1st Paul Uden 26pts 1st Jan McClaughlin 28pt 2nd Steve Maple 23pts 2nd Alison Vos 24pts 2= Chris Madew 23pts 3rd Helen Coggle 17pts All players thoroughly enjoyed the high standard of play in the beautiful surroundings of the sports area at the Campoamor golf club. Congratulations to the winners, especially Jan, winning yet another tournament. If you are looking to play tennis on the Costa Blanca. LTA’pro’ tennis coach, Steve Durie, runs weekly adult coaching and social doubles play sessions which are open to new players. Individual

coaching in tennis and/or padel are also available. Please contact Steve on 635061439. sdurie@hotmail.co.uk. Or see www.tennisandpadel.com.

San Miguel Bowls Club By Pat McEwan The draw for the Spanish National Championship has now been made, with greatly reduced entries. The event will take place at Emerald Isle Bowls Club between 14th to 28th May. San Miguel has a large contingent of players, followed by a number of bowlers coming from Tenerife. This year the event has been sponsored by the insurance company Linea Directa, and the championship has been renamed 'The Linea Directa Lawn Bowls Competition for 2016. This no longer sounds the prestige event that it has always been, but just another competition. Clubs do appreciate all the sponsorship they can get and we thank Linea Directa for their help. In the VCL, San Miguel Sheriffs were away to Greenlands Jasmine coming away with 10 points. A close game by Gail Willshire winning 21-20 in the ladies singles: Mens singles, Don Whitney won 21-16: Pairs, Noel Davis & Fred Willshire

17-13: Rinks, Cliff Plaisted, Val Collier, Stuart Hemmings, Chris Collier 20-13. Total shots 95 to 81. Well done team. San Miguel Mavericks were at home to La Siesta winning 8 points to 4. Brilliant results from Pairs, Nancy & Alan Campbell 28-12: Triples Jan Allen, Paul Thomas, Dave McEwan 24-12: Rinks, Carol Rudge, Brian Miller, Brian Allen, Lyn Miller 20-8. Total shots 103 for San Miguel 74 to La Siesta. No further results received. Don't forget the AGM on Thursday 7th April 0930 for 1000. WASPS on Wednesday afternoons are proving extremely popular, no experience needed. €5 for shoes, woods and tuition if required. For further details please contact our President Eileen Potts, Telephone 966730376 or Secretary Pat McEwan, Telephone 966714257.

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‘MIKE PROBERT TALKS GOLF (Sponsored by Costa Blanca Green Fee Services). Here on the Costa’s golf is one of the biggest leisure time activities for both tourists and resident alike and with this in mind we have secured the services of Mike Probert of Costa Blanca Green Fee Services to provide a weekly round up of local golfing events and topics and in conjunction with us at THE LEADER will provide discounted golf prices to all of our readers and run our golf competitions. VISUALISATION You may have heard of visualization and mental rehearsal and wonder just what it is but it’s simple to understand and will improve your game when you learn how to apply it. When you take any shot, be it a drive or a putt, you have to ask yourself to play a ‘particular’ shot but if you fail in the thought preparation before you play it is not difficult to see that the body cannot respond with the required shot. How often have you stood in a bunker and instead of thinking how to play the ball onto the green you only consider leaving the ball in the bunker? You then attempt to play the short with your automatic self having been instructed to fail, and failure is what you get. Mental rehearsal is the pre-shot preparation, which simply explains to your reliable automatic just what you expect of it and is also a way of filling your mind with positive thought. Perhaps we find the most important time for correct mental rehearsal in the short game where you spend far too much time reminding yourself of the many physical movements required to make the shot and fail to rehearse “what” you are trying to do. It is not so much “how” but “what” you are about to do and we have all been guilty of this sort of inadequate preparation Working out how to play any golf shot has one other requirement often over looked by the golfer because shot preparation must be governed by the knowledge of your personal capabilities and do not attempt to play shots outside of your ability because this type of negative rehearsal can only result in failure.

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Another bad day at the office for Torry Mid table Torry visited 2nd to bottom Beniganim, still hungover from the previous weeks mauling, and it took them until late in the 1st half before they were able to shake it out of their system. But unfortunately, they were never able to recovery from 2 first half goals, even though they had the lions share of the second period. The hosts top scorer is none other than ex Torry front man Koeman, and a certain relief must have been felt when his name did not appear on the team sheet. Pedreno elected to make a number of changes, in an attempt to get his Torry side back to winning ways: Torry line up: Miguel, Quintero, Javi Selvas, Jorge, Vicente, Burguillos, Higon, Sanchez (Chupe), Carrasco (Suarez), Rafa (Prieto), Lewis

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UD Beniganim .............2 CD Torrevieja ...............0 Torry bossed the 2nd period from the off, having a purple patch early on. A trade mark cross shot from Vicente was followed by a shot by Lewis being saved, then Quintero suffered the same result, all within

On the hour mark, Lewis shot over the bar, only for Torry team mate Higon to force a brilliant save by Valero. Pedreno made a triple substitution on 65 mins, bringing on Chupe, Suarez and Prieto. Beniganim got back into the game when first Vano then Alfonso tested Miguel. Higon fed sub Prieto on 80 mins, but Valero saved with his legs. On 84 mins, a cross by Quintero was headed onto the bar by Lewis, then in stoppage time Burguillos shot wide. Next Sun 10 Apr, ko 5pm, Torry entertain lowly Bunol at Vicente Garcia Stadium, in an attempt to get back to winning ways.

Fageca severely tested Torry's recalled keeper Miguel in the 12th min, who was forced to make an important double save. Five mins later, a through ball by Palaci found Fageca, but with just Miguel to beat he shot tamely at Torry's custodian. Beniganim's first goal arrived on 23 mins, involving a well worked move by Fageca, Palaci, then Abrahams whose cross shot was too good for Miguel. Their 2nd goal also involved the dangerous Fageca, this time his assist found Alex Torrella who blasted home. Late in the half, a long ball to Lewis was cut out by keeper Valero, then Rafa missed a good opportunity, as Torry finished the half brightly.

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Carp - R - Us Club News On Thursday the 31st of March, our Anglers fished Round six of the Spring series on the Eden canal in Guardamar. After last weeks rain that saw the river in spate, better things were expected from there this week. On the day the river looked in good condition, but the fish have started to spawn early. The winner on the day was Mark Foden with 4.68kg, second was Ann Fowles with 1.72kg, third Tom Marshall with 0.98kg and fourth Geoff Tempest with 0.84kg. The venue for next weeks match, Round 7 on 7 April, will be Nancys. It is with great sadness that I have to announce that Nigel Mourant

passed away in Southampton General Hospital after a brave fight against cancer. Our condolences and best wishes go to his wife and family. Our next Quiz night will be on Tuesday the 12th of April, starting at 7.30pm. The cost is 1 Euro per person and teams to a maximum of 6 can take part. The next Sunday meeting will be on the 17th of April with the Committee at 10.30 and this is followed by the General meeting at 11.00. The Clubs home is at the Bar/Restaurant El Alto La Dolores wich is to be found Just off the N332 between La Mata and Guardamar. Website is at www.carp-r-us.weebly.com where all the latest information is to be found.

Cadena Sunrise Bowling - Week 23

SUDUKO SOLUTION

Cherry B’s Pin Pushers 999’s Fair Play Gi Gi’s Hookers Sunrise Colegas

8-0 4-4 6-2 3-5 7-1 6-2

Alley Gators S***T Happens Pinfall Wizards Sol Amigo’s Alley Cats The Bandits

Top Performers

Ladies

Gents

Hi/Game Hi/Game+H/Cap Hi/Series Hi/Series+H/Cap

Eunice Letts 207 Eunice Letts 266 Eunice Letts 512 Eunice Letts 689

Diego Munos 200 Diego Munos 235 Terry Capon 530 Tony Vivers 644

S***T Happens Sol Amigo’s Gi Gi’s Hookers Sunrise Colegas Pin Pushers Alley Gators Alley Cats Fair Play Pinfall Wizards 999’s The Bandits Cherry B’s

P W 69 67 69 56 69 54 69 53 69 52 69 48 69 46 69 42 69 40 69 38 69 29 69 25

D 0 1 1 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 0

L 25 35 37 39 40 44 45 49 52 54 63 67

Tot Gms 52780 69 52356 69 52186 69 52343 69 52098 69 52250 69 51541 69 51375 69 51691 69 51255 69 49858 69 49140 69

Av Hi-G Hi-S 764 903 2412 758 893 2484 756 873 2391 758 874 2425 755 836 2409 757 864 2425 746 852 2368 744 861 2427 749 826 2425 742 852 2368 722 822 2294 712 840 2340

Pts 134 113 109 106 104 96 93 85 80 76 58 50

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