Costa Blanca Leader Edition 672

No 672

Monday 19th - Sunday 25th June, 2017

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E A R LY M O R N I N G E VA C U AT I O N O F C A B O R O I G A P A R T M E N T S I N B U S H WA C K A F I R E

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uthorities say that a fire at Cabo Roig’s Bushwacka music bar caused heavy smoke damage on Friday morning when 2 fire crews from Torrevieja were called to the scene after heavy smoke was seen billowing out of the front of the Aguamarina Aparthotel.

The fire was reported at 07.25, seemingly by a passerby, with the Policia Local quickly cordoning off the scene prior to the arrival of the bomberas at about 7.40hrs.

The source of the fire is thought to be electrical, emanating from the kitchen area, with speculation mainly surrounding the delivery of new refrigerators during the previous day.

Ger O’Shea, proprietor of the

popular Bog Road pub, just half a dozen doors along from the Bushwacka, was asleep in his flat directly above the fire when he heard lots of banging outside.

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“Initially I thought it was kids messing around in the street below,” he said, “but when I caught a smell of the smoke I realised there was a problem and in view of recent occurrences in London, it didn’t take me too long to get out of my apartment.”

Fortunately the fire seems to have been contained to just one side of the building, directly below Block B of the Aguamarina Aparthotel, in which there are approximately 15 flats, of which only a handful were occupied at the time. It is thought that the Bushwacka’s triple layered roof may well have helped to contain the flames and stop them spreading into the flats above.

A spokesman for the Bomberas said that everyone was evacuated safely and there were no injuries to any of the occupants.

Firefighters remained on the scene for over four hours as having extinguished the flame, whilst they continued to work to ventilate the smoke that had

leaked into the building and into the adjoining bank and Property Company, the fire reignited and had to be put out on a second occasion.

They said that there was extensive smoke damage both to the BMN bank and to Frontline Properties either side of the bar although O’Riordans and the bars and buildings beyond that all seem to have been spared.

Similarly, many of the apartments above the Bushwacka had also been damaged by the spread of the thick black smoke.

When staff arrived at the BMN just after 8am the bank was also full of the fumes with the Bomberas having to deploy powerful fans to dissipate the stench. There was a similar situation at Frontline Properties with the owner doubting that that he would be able to open up his business during the course of the day. “The smell is awful. My staff cannot sit in the office and until all the fumes and the smoke have gone I won’t know if there are any problems with the office or the equipment,” he said.

Paul Bush, the proprietor of the Bushwacka, was eventually notified through Facebook by Ger O’Shea and a member of staff who had only finished her shift a couple of hours earlier. He was quickly on hand and escorted into the building by a fireman where he surveyed the damage.

With any investigation still ongoing the cause of the fire is currently undetermined but with the kitchen absolutely gutted and extensive smoke damage throughout the bar area it looks as though the Bushwacka could be closed for some time to come.

Speaking to Paul later in the day he remained utterly dejected as water continued to pour into his unit from damaged pipes and with Hidraqua seemingly unable to cut off the supply. Neither had there been any response from his insurers, although he was still hopeful that matters could be quickly resolved.

Clients who wish further information will be able to find news on the Bushwacka Facebook page where Paul has promised to provide regular updates.

Source Facebook Bomberas tackling the fire

Taking stock after extinguishing the fire

Bushwacka owner arriving at the scene

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a Siesta Evangelical Church, Torrevieja, is looking for someone to play its Church organ or Electric Piano.

Our Church Services are held at 11.00 am every 2nd and 4th Sunday (and 5th Sunday, when this applies). We also have Services at 9.30 am on the 1st and 3rd Sundays of the month. In addition, Choir practice is held on Wednesday afternoons at 3.30 pm. You will be assured of a warm welcome.

If you are interested in becoming our Lead Organist or Pianist please contact Pastor Keith on 666 180 108 or just come along to one of our Services and introduce yourself. You will find La Siesta Evangelical Church on Urbanisation La Siesta, Torrevieja. Find out more by going to our website:- www.lasiestaevangelicalchurch.org.

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Torrevieja’s Kuhn takes French Open Junior Doubles S

uccess for Torrevieja at Rolan Garros on Saturday as the 17-year-old Torrevieja player Nicolás Kuhn, won the junior doubles final along with his partner, Hungarian Zsombor Piros. The pair beat Americansr Vasil Kirkov and Danny Thomas, 6-4 and 6-4 , in 1 hour and 5 minutes.

Kuhn with the mayor and the councillor for sport Victor Ferrandez

Kuhn won the doubles final just hours after losing the individual final against Australian Alexei Popyrin, 7-6 (5) and 6-3, in a game that lasted for 1 hour and 21 minutes.

After losing the individual title, the torrevejense finally tasted success in a game that lasted little more than an hour. The SpanishHungarian duo, number one seeds for the tournament, achieved their first title as ATP pair.

The Torrevieja Town Hall were quickly on the case as Kuhn arrived back in his home town with a hastily arranged reception for the tennis star with mayor José Manuel Dolón.

In front of family and friends the mayor praised Kuhn for "having taken the name of Torrevieja to the top" For his "work", his "effort" but "above all for his humility, for being a great sportsman and a great person."

He also thanked also thanked all the people who have helped him throughout his career and wished the player "much success in his future career."

In answering questions from journalists Kuhn said that his main ambition is to be the number one in the world he spoke of upcoming tournaments but he added that he would remember these last few days in a "very special way" including the reception that he had in the airport "I will remember it all my life".

Kuhn has become the ninth Spaniard to win the Junior Doubles title at Roland Garros after Marc López and Tommy Robredo (2000), Pablo Andújar and Marcel

Granollers (2004), Andrés Artunedo and Roberto Carballes (2011) and Álvaro López San Martin and Jaume Munar in 2015.

At 17, this will be a defining season in his career after his biggest success to date, although it must be remembered that just a

few weeks ago he won his first professional title in Zamardi (Hungary).

Kuhn, is the son of a German father and a Russian mother who first moved to Torrevieja 17 years ago when he was just three months old.

Champion Whistler visits Costa Blanca

David Morris, is to visit and perform with his friends JB Brass Band at 2 concerts on the Costa Blanca.

David is a professional whistling artist. He performs as a soloist with orchestra, concert and brass band and has won the title of World Whistling Champion at the global event in the USA. During the last 2 years David’s whistling has been featured in the Film “The Counselor” starring Brad Pitt, Michael Fassbender & Cameron Diaz and also 2 high profile TV adverts in the UK. BMW Mini car & TSB Bank. The Mini car ad has since gone worldwide.

You can hear David in one of two concerts with JB Brass Band, firstly on 23rd June at the Music School in Guardamar and second at Union Musical in San Miguel. Both concerts start at 8pm and tickets are 5€.

Information on concerts and tickets available at

info@justbrass.org or The Book Shop San Miguel or The Post Room Benijofar. Profits from the San Miguel Concert to be donated to the Manchester Victim's fund.

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Clean-Up Committee Down Tools As

The council are disregarding their responsibilities because they know that we will clean it up, so we have decided that we will not go on until there is tangible help from the council.’

the councillor responsible for rubbish collection and cleanliness promises both to improve the service and to strengthen the council cleaning and maintenance teams deployed on the Coast the Cabo Roig Clean Up Committee, a group of volunteers who meet on a weekly basis to clean up, in and around Cabo Roig and Aguamarina, have said that ‘enough is enough.’

On learning of the decision, a spokesman for the Orihuela Costa Town Hall explained that Nieves, the street cleaner who would usually operate around Cabo Roig, is on longterm sick, and they don’t know when she will return. They did agree, however, to allocate several new council staff to the area during the coming few days in the hope that they will help.

Greeted once again by a mountain of roadside waste, bottles, cardboard boxes and broken plastic bags full of restaurant waste, on Friday As a result the morning they took the decision The volunteer cleaners will meet toward ‘Clean Up to discontinue their operation the end of the week to discuss their options Committee’ will now stating that it would not be meet to further discuss the situation toward the resumed until such time as they can see some evidence end of this week. that the councillor’s statements to the local press are just Following his visit to the Orihuela Costa last not another in a long line of empty promises. week, Dámaso Aparicio, the councillor for A member of the ‘Clean Up Committee’ told the Leader Road Cleaning and Waste Collection, prom‘As the situation continues to deteriorate we are having ised to reinforce the council cleaning and to clean up far more often than we originally intended, maintenance teams that are deployed on the almost on a daily basis. We are also finding an increasCoast. ing number of feral cats and even rats around the bins attacking the food wasted that has been left overnight by the restaurants and bars. This is simply not good enough.

He said that he will have the additional staff in place in time for the beginning of the summer

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high season and that between now and then he will "progressively add to the available staff and the equipment in order to improve the effectiveness of the service."

Aparicio, who has also recently declared his intent to stand as President for the Orihuela Partido Popular in July’s Orihuela elections, added that he has earmarked 350,000 euros which will be used to meet the additional costs of hiring personnel needed to reinforce the municipal teams destined for the coast.

“From 1 July It is also is planned to increase the number of waste trucks, in addition to which a new vehicle has also been hired which it is hoped will improve the collection and disposal of garden waste around the coastal region,” he added.

There will also be an increase in the number of dustbins for Solid Urban Waste in the area. The councillor said that he is aware of many urbanisations where the numbers of waste containers should have been increased some while ago.

Nieves is on longterm sick

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Winning chips for Elche Children Quesada Fish & Chips Restaurant hosted their first Charity Night, in their newly refurbished restaurant, and what an amazing success it was.

The band 'Best of British' provided first class entertainment, with many guests enthusing about their musicianship and entertainment value.

Best of all, the night raised 1,607 euros for the Children's Care Home in Elche.

The next Charity Night at this venue will be on 19th July.

Money raised will be donated to Torrevieja Stroke Support, and entertainment will be provided

by Woody & The Peckers. This band are so popular, that many of the tickets have already been sold.

Anyone wanting to buy tickets should do so early. These are available from Quesada Fish and Chips; The Post Room Benijofar; The Card Place in Benimar and REDZ cafe bar in Quesada. At just 10 euros, and a choice of meal, this will undoubtedly be another sell out night, but remember, numbers will be limited.

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Salinas campaign to ring 200 rare gulls O ver 30 volunteers spent the day on Friday attempting to ring almost 200 newborn chicks born this year on the Torrevieja

Salinas.

The event was organised by Councillor Fanny Serrano on the occasion of the International Day of the Environment with the intention of ringing all Audouin's gull chicks. Also providing their help and assistance were the Department of Agriculture, Environment, Climate Change and Rural Development.

In the late 1960s, this was one of the world's rarest gulls, with a population of only 1,000 pairs. It has established new colonies, but still remains quite rare with a population of about 10,000 pairs.

In little more than an hour in the salinas, however, a total of 200 Audouin gull chicks were sighted and identified and with a pair of PVC rings. The councilor said that they try to carry out the process in the shortest possible time "to reduce the impact and the stress on the colony of this threatened seagull".

Municipal biologist, Juan Antonio Pujol, explained that this banding will be very useful in allowing ornithologists to obtain more data about the biology of this species and its migratory habits and thus contribute to its

recovery.

Blood samples have been taken to study possible diseases (an operation carried out by the veterinary team from the Sata Faz Recovery Centre in Alicante) who were also able to analyse the possible concentration of heavy metals in the diet of these birds.

The colony has increased by 200 breeding pairs in the last year

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TWO NEW GRADUATES FOR POLICIA LOCAL

Pujol has said that there has been an encouraging increase in the size of the colony which has settled in the facilities of the Salinera Company, which is also involved in the protection of these birds, from more than 1,700 breeding pairs in 2016 to over 1,900 today.

Torrevieja’s Policia Local welcomed two new fully trained police dogs last week following their graduation at the Valencian Institute of Public Safety and Emergencies (IVASPE) which they have been attending during the last few weeks.

Along with their handlers José Antonio Del Peral Cantisano and José Ángel Martínez Pérez, the dogs, Athos and Eko, have recently undergone a training course of 150 hours, of which 40 hours have been classroom and theory work for the two officers as well as a further 110 hours working and training with their dogs.

Following their graduation they are now fully trained and specialised in the prevention of drug consumption and trafficking.

In addition to the Local Police from Torrevieja, a total of 37 Local Police and dogs from the whole Valencian Community were on hand to collect their diplomas.

The officers and their dogs will now be assigned to the Grupo Refuerzo Operativo (GRO).According to the mayor, who congratulated the two officers on their achievement, it is expected that the creation of the Canine Unit in the Local Police of Torrevieja will soon be approved. For this reason the City is prioritising the training of agents in this specific task.

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Hospital Unions denounce ER collapse in Torrevieja

Trade Unions at Torrevieja Hospital are demanding the reopening of rooms that were closed by the management in May as a measure to save costs.

They say that the lack of facilities caused unacceptable queues in the Accident and Emergency Department over the recent weekend with, at one point, 28 patients waiting for admission.

The Unions denounced the situation which they say is a regular occurrence since the closure in May of about 40 patient rooms located in a second floor wing, next to paediatrics.

According to one source, the closure has once again caused "a collapse of such magnitude that the Emergency Room doctors were unable to provide an adequate service, because there was no physical space to locate to the patients".

The works council considers it "incoherent" that the facility is "working to obtain a Joint

Commission accreditation, which is an international recognition of quality and safety", and yet "at the weekend" the emergency room was unable to deal with the 28 Patients”.

They say that they have "brought the severity of the current situation to the attention of the hospital management on many occasions” adding that it will be further aggravated during the summer period by the large influx of tourists.

However a spokesman for the management said that “On Sunday, as a result of the good weather, the influx of patients was greater than on the other days of the week, but it was nothing out of the ordinary. The attention that staff were able to provide was correct and perfectly acceptable. This morning at 12:30 the situation was absolutely normal, with no patients pending and everything operating as usual.”

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BLUE FLAG AWARDS FOR Paramount ORIHUELA AND TORREVIEJA theme park Luisa Boné and Javier Manzanares, the councillors for the beaches in laid to rest Orihuela and Torrevieja respectively, were both on hand at the Nautical Club of Altea on Monday morning where they received the blue flag awards for their region’s beaches.

The presentations were made by the Minister of Agriculture, Environment, Climate Change and Rural Development, Elena Cebrián who gave her "most sincere congratulations for the continuous work that has been carried out by the two respective councils with the refurbishment and improvements during their periods of government.

Orihuela beaches in receipt of the awards were: Punta Prima, Cala Mosca, Cala Estaca, Cala Bosque, Cala Capitán, La Caleta, Cala de Aguamarina, La Glea and Barranco Rubio in addition to the two marinas at Cabo Roig and Dehesa de Campoamor.

The Torrevieja recipients were: Torrelamata Sur, Los Locos, el Cura, Los Náufragos and Cala Pitera.

Javier Manzanares, said he was delighted "mainly because these awards come after all of the localities beaches have suffered three major storms during which the beaches of our coast were badly damaged".

Luisa Boné, meanwhile, extended her congratulations to the municipal staff who all work so hard throughout the year to make this recognition possible. She described their job as "brilliant" saying that she was "proud of the entire team who work so well."

The Regional Court of Justice (TSJ) has finally laid to rest any remote possibility of the establishment of the Paramount Theme Park in the area after it confirmed that over 20% of the emblematic project for which the foundation stone was laid by the Murcia President in 2012, occupies the Carrascoy-El Valle Regional Park.

The organization Ecologistas en Acción, who submitted the appeal, expressed their satisfaction with the court’s decision stating that the decision by the municipality of Alhama de Murcia to situate it across a protected area in the first place was absolutely ridiculous.

Although the court decision would appear to be the final nail in the project’s coffin, in reality the development was actually abandoned some years ago because of a lack of investors.

Laying the foundation stone

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In the Pink at ‘Queen Vic’

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Age Concern Summer Fair

Saturday 10th June was sunny and warm for the Annual Age Concern Summer Fair.. The Fair was very well attended with people picking up bargains galore and as it is Summer watching Morris dancing by the Terri Horwath Morris Dancers.

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fter last year's record fundraising for the pink ladies annual walk, staff and customers of The Queen Victoria Bar in Cabo Roig this year came together to attempt to raise even more.

Several of the customers were walking in memory of Graham Grant and Colin Bowden, whilst landlady Sue Court was walking in support of close friend Lynda Phillips who is currently battling the dis-

ease. The response was incredible - the final amount raised was a staggering €2725.70.

Karl and Sue said "We cannot praise our customers enough for their dedication to this annual event. Also we wish to thank all those who kindly donated to the cause including customers in local bars who donated to our bucket collection.

Red Cross host visit from RBL Pedro with Graham Rhodes and Sandie Coates

Representatives of the Orihuela Costa and District Branch of The Royal British Legion, Graham Rhodes and Sandie Coates, visited the head office of Cruz Roja in Alicante last week where Pedro Domínguez, the Coordinator for European Residents, showed them around, explaining about the services that are available to the expat community and answering all their questions.

Earlier in the week Help Benidorm and MABS donated a refrigerator to the Red Cross International Information Point in Urbanization La Marina, San Fulgencio. Conch Navarro (Director Guardamar), Angeles (volunteer for women) and Pedro Domínguez (Coordinator for European Residents) all went along to collect it agreeing that it would make their lives much more comfortable when working out of their La Marina base.

The magnificent sum of € 2,865 was raised. The President of Age Concern, Maureen Payne, would like to thank the numerous people who donated prizes, made cakes and especially all of the volunteers and helpers for making the day a huge success.

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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

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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Much needed facelift for Campoamor

Tower Blocks for Torrevieja Seafront As many architects and planners curb their enthusiasm for towers in the sky following the Kensington fire a Spanish builder is determined to construct three such structures along the Torrevieja seafront.

Last week Metrovacesa published their environmental impact study as they seek permission to build three tower blocks, two 29-story apartment complexes and a third building of 23 storeys which will be a hotel.

The proposed site is in front of the International Marina with the publication being the first step in the company’s efforts to gain planning permission for the three structures.

The blocks will all be situated on Avda Gregorio Marañón alongside two further towers which the real estate company, Baraka, are hoping to build.

In terms of their height, all will far outstrip any of the other apartment blocks in the area although the builders state that they will be constructed on a part of the coastline that faces south-south-east which will ensure that there are no shadows cast on the adjacent beach between 10am and 7pm. (Image Metrovacesa)

Anyone driving around the Campoamor area cant but fail to notice the maintenance and refurbishment that has been going on around Campoamor and Playa de la Glea, where a stretch of the seafront road, Avda de las Adelfas, has been resurfaced and yellow lined as well as the area a little further along, around the Restaurante Montepiedra.

Residents say that the improvements are long overdue and the fact that they have been carried out only a matter of months after the appointment of councillor Luisa Boné is no coincidence. Since her arrival as Councillor for Beaches she has worked tirelessly to ensure that promises have been kept.

Boné was also on hand last week to explain the work that is being carried out to the pedestrian walkway located to the north of La Glea brach.

She said that due to the severe weather suffered in the municipality in December and January, and the damage suffered as a result of torrential rains and strong waves, a report was carried out assessing the damage to the walkway as a result of which a file was processed to repair the foundation of thefootbridge.

The work consists of overhauling the foundations and the reconstruction of the protection barrier that had collapsed in Playa de la Glea.

She said that the council has only recently received the approval of the Provincial Coastal service to carry out the work but that it is now well in hand at a cost of 35,991.74 euros and that it is expected to be completed in a couple of weeks.

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QUICKIE CROSSWORD

CRYPTIC CROSSWORD

LAST WEEK’S ANSWERS QUICK ACROSS: 1 Made; 3 Emissary; 9 Glamour; 10 Rumba; 11 Academy Award; 13 Nudity; 15 Poodle; 17 Psychiatrist; 20 Cruet; 21 Barrier; 22 Overdose; 23 Ages.

DOWN: 1 Migraine; 2 Drama; 4 Martyr; 5 Straw boaters; 6 Admired; 7 Year; 8 Domesticated; 12 Dentures; 14 Dispute; 16 Nimbus; 18 Icing; 19 Echo.

CRYPTIC ACROSS: 1 Bear; 3 Commerce; 9 Express; 10 Names; 11 Keep on trying; 13 Inside; 15 Repeal; 17 Paper wedding; 20 Rooks; 21 Inroads; 22 Badinage; 23 Sees.

DOWN: 1 Breaks in; 2 Apple; 4 Onsets; 5 Moneylenders; 6 Romance; 7 Erse; 8 Second person; 12 Elegists; 14 Seafood; 16 Awning; 18 Irate; 19 Drab.

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Thunderball (Tom Jones). c. Great Balls Of Fire (Jerry Lee Lewis). d. Fireball (Deep Purple). e. Pinball Wizard (The Who). 11. Born To Kill. 12. Fillip. 13. a.

Blade Runner. b. Total Recall. 14. 1819.

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SUDOKU CHALLENGE

in Stanley Kubrick's film 'Full Metal Jacket'?

12. What is the six letter word meaning "to snap ones fingers"?

13. Which sci-fi films were based on the following Philip K. Dick stories? a. Do Androids Dream Of Electric Sheep. b. We Can remember It For You Wholesale 14. Plus or minus 75 years, when was 'trial by battle' abolished by statute in the UK? 15. An 'isohyetal line' is used in which scientific study?

16. In Roman times, what was a 'Quadriga'?

17. Kentucky Fried Chicken. What was Col Sanders first name?

18. Who did Hitler designate as his successor in the last days of World War Two? 19. Which two male tennis players have won four consecutive French Open singles titles since the introduction of the open era in 1968?

20. Which tragic figure in a FIFA World Cup final was nicknamed 'the divine ponytail'?

21. The name of which toy translated means "come come"?

22. Too-Too, Dab Dab and Chee-Chee are some examples of what?

23. The song title 'Go West' has been a hit for which two bands?

24. What tasty name did Captain Cook give the Hawaiian Islands in 1778?

25. 'Rich Uncle Pennybags', a round old man in a top hat, serves as the mascot for what?

1. A Burrito. (Burrito translated means 'little donkey'). 2. Brazilian football players (male and female). 3. L'Oreal. 4. The Big Lebowski. 5. Maracana Stadium (1950, 199,000-205,000 although the official figure is 173,850) Estadio Azteca (1986, 114,600) Estadio Azteca (1970, 107,412). 6. Catch 22. 7. A Clockwork

ACROSS 1. Meat Kate's cooked (5) 4. I'd seven pickled salad plants (7) 8. Mr Kelly's is the first book (7) 9. Girl who could be Roman (5) 10. A top London orchestra too (4) 11. Passionate love for a bird (8) 13. Drink put right into the container (4) 14. Volcano in Vietnam? (4) 16. Suggest it's close (8) 17. Copy a baby's bed (4) 20. Untie badly and join together (5) 21. I managed to take a man from the Middle East (7) 22. Minehead and Exeter merging is drastic (7) 23. Highly-skilled, but taped up (5)

1. If you were snacking on a 'little donkey', what would you be eating?

2. Christiane, MĂźller, Branco, Marta and Taffarel DOWN are all examples of what?

1. An obvious lack of success on the railways (6,7) 3. Which company used the slogan 'Because 2. Sinner has no right to return to Irish town (5) I'm worth it'?

3. Show love for a touch of snooker (4) 4. In which popular film are the following some 4. Leases out artists' equipment (6) of the songs in the movie soundtrack? The Man 5. Edit many letters about an explosive (8) In Me, Hotel California, Looking Out My 6. Dave ran around the porch (7) 7. Was the bad coin given by opposition front-benchers? Backdoor and Just Dropped In (To See What Condition My Condition Was In) (6,7) 5. In which stadiums were the three highest 12. Prime minister going to the east for first performance (8) attendance figures recorded for a final game at 13. Tap trio upset nationalist (7) the Football World Cup? 15. Make an effort to get rivets out (6) 6. The name of which novel set on the island of 18. River you'll find her in? (5) Pianosa is now a word for an absurd or sense19. Celebration for silver over at Los Angeles (4) less situation?

7. In which controversial film is Nadsat spoken?

8. Agnes Gonxhe Bojaxhiu was better known as what?

9. With 40 years and 292 days, who was the oldest captain in a Football World Cup? 10. The following words are from songs with 'ball' somewhere in the song title. Can you name the song? a. It was like lightning, everyCAN YOU MASTER THE SUDOKU CHALLENGE? body was frightening. b. He always runs while Fill in the grid so that others walk, he acts while other men just talk. c. every row, every column, You shake my nerves and you rattle my brain. and every 3x3 box contains the digits 1 to 9. d. Magic woman wreckin up my soul, things you tell me have never been told. e. He plays by intuition the digit counters fall QUIZ ANSWERS 11. Which three words are found on the helmut four horses.

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Harland.

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Grossadmiral Karl Donitz. 19. Bjorn Borg (78, 79, 80, 81) and Rafael Nadal (2005, 06, 07, 08). 20. Roberto Baggio.

21. Yo yo. 22. Animals in Dr. Dolittle. 23.

The Village People and The Pet Shop Boys. 24. Sandwich Islands. 25. The game Monopoly

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

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

This Cruel Sea

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is true that less tourists return home alive than have set off for their holiday in the Canary Islands. This disturbing fact is not one that the tourist industry will thank me for highlighting this week, but it is time that the stark facts are raised once again and that holidaymakers are alerted to the potential risks of a holiday in the Canary Islands, and other popular tourist destinations.

The Canary Islands are a wonderful place for a holiday, but it is best not to return home in a coffin. We have the best climate in the world; each of the seven inhabited islands are unique and offer a range of activities and experiences that will enrich the spirit of even the most hardened and cynical traveller. The problem for tourists is not the islands, but the Atlantic Ocean.

Ours is a cold and cruel sea. It is deceptive in its appeal, but it is no Mediterranean Sea. Many tourists forget this and quickly succumb to the delights of this turbulent water. Its many charms lull the unsuspecting tourist into a false sense of security with its frothy and inviting appeal to swimmers, surf boarders, wind surfers, but those with a true knowledge of the Atlantic Ocean will be only too well aware of its rapidly changing moods and boiling anger that erupts from time to time.

As I write this, statistics from Real Federación Española de Salvamento y Socorrismo are worrying. There have already been 35 drownings in the first half of 2017, which is more than the same

period in 2016, which places the Canary Islands at the top of a very disturbing league table, with most of these casualties being tourists.

Statistics published in 2015 indicate that one tourist drowns every six days in the Canary Islands, a record that is one of the worst in Spain.

The shock of very cold water, swimming after a heavy meal, after drinking alcohol or taking drugs are some of the reasons for these individual tragedies. Cardiac arrest in the sea is not unusual, since it is the result of the shock of cold water, even in temperatures of around 25 degrees. The water around these islands rarely exceeds 24 degrees, even in the hottest periods of the year; it is not just freezing water that is a danger to swimmers. Despite the temptations to cool off after a day in the sun, swimmers can get into difficulties in as short a time as five minutes.

Many tourists forget that high winds, rough seas and treacherous currents are the main reasons for many drownings that take place each year. A strong undertow and unpredictable rip currents are also a grave danger to swimmers. They are unseen and unpredictable, catch swimmers without warning and carry them a considerable distance out to sea. Rough seas around our beautiful coastline can also be a danger for unsuspecting walkers, which may occur even in what appears to be good and settled weather. It depends what mood the Atlantic is in, and freak waves have sometimes swept walkers out to sea.

Some of these issues were brought home to me last weekend when I visited one of our popular, local beaches. It was a beautiful, yet stormy morning and the red warning flags were flying. Despite this, there were many swimmers in the sea, together with several surf-

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By Bar rie Mahoney Many swimmers continue to ignore lifeguards

boarders. I spotted two lifeguards urging swimmers to come to the shore for safety, which most obeyed. These swimmers were then directed to a safer part of the beach. However, several swimmers, including the surfboarders, continued to ignore the lifeguards.

It is this attitude of bravado and ignorance that is behind many swimming tragedies, and it is hard to legislate against foolishness.

Sadly, it is also these attitudes that place the safety of lifeguards and other members of the emergency services at risk. Despite the best efforts of the islands’ government, the municipalities and the emergency services, swimming tragedies continue to occur far too frequently.

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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Social and Clubs The next meeting of the Orihuela Costa Branch of the Royal British Legion will be on 20 July at the Olympia Restaurant in Mil Palmeras starting at 7.30pm. The Torrevieja Branch meets at the Casa Ventura in San Luis at 7.30 pm on the 2nd Friday while the La Marina/Gran Alacant Branch meets on the 1st Monday at The London Bar, behind Dial Prix in Gran Alacant at 6pm. Everyone Welcome.

Volunteers are urgently needed in all areas by the Age Concern LIFELINE Team visiting people in their own homes to assess their needs, reporting back to the Lifeline Team Leader. There are many people who live alone, are lonely and need some form of social contact. Please call Age

Concern on 96 678 6887.

(69185) HAH CB need you to help us help those in need in their own homes in areas surrounding Quesada, San Luis, La Siesta Torrevieja, La Mata, Orihuela Costa, Villamartin to Campoverde, short or long term medical conditions of all ages and nationalities.

Contact our head office on 965 328 794 or email charity centre helpathomecb@gmail.com.

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

Rainbows 5-7 years, Brownies 711 years. We will meet every Wednesday at the Madhouse in El Galan. Parents can find our more on our Facebook page Orihuela Costa Brownies and Rainbows Curious about work of Samaritans in Spain? Interested in becoming a listener? Have a few hours a week to help with the charity shop, fundraising or admin? To find out more, come and join us for refreshments and a chat at our Centre in the Punta Marina Shopping Centre, by the Punta Prima roundabout, on the N332.

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Churches and Services La Siesta Evangelical Church hold services each Sunday and everyone is welcome. Our 11am Services are held every 2nd and 4th Sunday in the month (and on the 5th Sunday, if this applies.)

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

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International, Torrwvieja. Please call Terry on 617 599 470.

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Property for Rent Villamartin, Very large 2 Bed Flat, 1 Bath, Garden, Fully Furnished, Air Con, Sky TV, 5 Mins walk from Plaza, €400pcm plus Elec & Water, Dean 639 288 935 Property to rent in Roda village. 2 bed apartment and 2 bed townhouse with communal pool.

Rents from 300-400 euro (+ utilities). Please call 628 931 306

Property for Sale Country Finca in Redovan Comprising of 2 buildings on a good size plot, each with 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. Plot size 500 sq mtrs. The property is in excellent decorative order and is sold furnished. Beamed ceilings in lounge. Euro 170,500. Ref: 000076. Tel 617 537 866 San Miguel de Salinas - A really nice first floor 3 bed apartment in a very well looked after community, just a short walk to supermarkets, restaurants, and bars.

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

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chicken coup. Euro 249,995 Ref 00059. Tel 617 537 866 San Miguel de Salinas - Modern 3 bedroom house in the sought after area of Balcon de la Costa.

South facing and in a quiet area.

The house has been refurbished to a very high standard and ready to move into. Large paved patio with high walls for your privacy, ideal for barbecuing or just relaxing in the sun. Fully Furnished.

Private balconies.

Stunning views. Air-Cond. Euro 79,500 Ref 000060. Tel 617 537 866 San Miguel de Salinas - A nice ground floor apartment in the heart of San Miguel de Salinas. It has 2 good size bedrooms with fitted wardrobes. The 2nd bedroom has an enclosed galeria for extra storage. Good size lounge / diner and open plan kitchen. The family bathroom comes with a 4 piece suite and shower enclosure.

Popular Spanish village. Fully furnished. Communal Pool.

Large Terrace. Euro 52,995 Ref 000061. Tel 617 537 866 Detached Villa Torremendo. A fantastic 2 bed countryside home on a 5000sqm plot. Constructed from wood and in perfect condition with countryside and lake views. All modern services, connected to electricity, water, mains sewerage. There is also a separate self-contained cabin. Private pool, fully airconditioned, part furnished, ideal for conservationist €149,995 ref: 000074. Tel 617 537 866

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SOUTH ALICANTE SUMMER TRIPLES RESULTS AND TABLES / WEEK 8 - 16 June SPITFIRE DIVISION Emerald Isle Victors 107 (9 ) San Miguel Moors 88 (5) La Siesta Wasps 91 (4 ) Quesada Blenheims 116 (10) San Miguel Christians 100 (5 ) San Luis Wellingtons 122 (9)

Quesada Blenheims Vistabella Fairways San Luis Wellingtons Emerald Isle Victors San Miguel Christians San Miguel Moors La Siesta Wasps

P 8 8 9 9 9 8 9

W 29 27 27 27 19 18 20

D 2 4 5 3 6 4 2

L 17 17 22 24 29 26 32

O/W 6 6 5.5 5.5 2 4 1

Diff Pts 121 72 127 70 65 70 67 68 -82 48 -105 48 -193 44

HURRICANE DIVISION La Marina Pilots 111 (10 ) Monte Mar Torro 107 (2 ) Quesada Lancasters 111 (10 )

Vistabella Greeners La Marina Pilots Quesada Lancasters Greenlands Gladiators Emerald Isle Vulcans Monte Mar Torro

P 9 9 9 9 9 9

Greenlands Gladiators 97 (4) Vistabella Greeners 111 (12) Emerald Isle Vulcans 95 (4) W 38 29 26 23 20 19

D 0 3 2 4 3 2

L O/W 16 7 22 6 26 7 27 2 31 3 33 2

Diff 171 72 -1 -103 -76 -63

Pts 90 73 68 54 49 44

HARRIER DIVISION San Luis Hercules 103 (6 ) El Rancho Buckskins 92 (6 )

Horadada Hawks El Rancho Buckskins La Siesta Hornets Country Bowls Badgers # San Luis Hercules

P 7 8 7 8 8

La Siesta Hornets 113 (8) Horadada Hawks 100 (8) W 24 25 22 19 20

D 3 0 0 2 3

L 15 23 20 27 25

O/W 5 4 5 4 1

Diff 123 64 -38 5 -154

Pts 61 58 54 47 45

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La Siesta Bowls Club

by Sheila Cammack

Wednesday 14th June VCLeague Falcons were home v VB Saxons; taking some useful points 8-6, shots 104-93. Winners: pairs; June & Keith Jones 19-10, triples; Margaret Morrison, Sabrina & Russell Marks 27-14, rinks; Bill Webb, Barry Edwards, Suzi Cooper, Roy Cordell 14-9.

Friday 16th June, Spitfire Division: SL Wellingtons were away v SM Christians, and had a good result: shots 122-100, points 9-5.

Winners: Margaret & Neil Morrison, Derrick Cooper 25-12, Bob White, Vic Slater, Keith Lowry 21-13, Colin Jackson, Bill Webb, Mal Hughes 32-12, Ann Holland, Pam Lockett, Roy Cordell 17-17.

Friday 16th Harrier Division: SL Hercules home v La Siesta Hornets, had a tough game for 6 points - 8, shots 103-113. Winners: Tom Fromson, Ian Ross, Robin Harker 36-11, Helen Hammond, Chris Brooks, Scott Malden 18-14, Mary Fromson, Harry Epsom, Sue Ross 21-19.

As there has been so much speculation and discussion about SAN LUIS BOWLS GREEN hopefully this will explain the current situation: “When Vic announced that we were to have the base done, a new underlay and a new carpet, as discussed and quoted for by the Greengauge representative, we all had high expectations of a great playing surface to be the “flagship” for them, of what they could provide.

Unfortunately, this has not been the case as the base has shown to be “not suitable for purpose”. The Company, commissioned by the Greengauge representative, after much discussion via Julian Pering agreed to try and rectify the matter f.o.c.

In order to do so the carpet and underlay had to be unstitched and lifted and then when the base was done relaid, and restitched - AT A COST - through no fault of Vic’s. Greengauge were not prepared to give in anyway at all saying the base was not within their remit, although their representative had been involved with “providing” the company.

Vic has decided NOT to have any more work done on the green FOR THE TIME BEING. We have a good carpet and underlay but unfortunately the expectations of a great playing surface has not been met.

BUT it is still perfectly playable and no worse than certain rinks at other clubs.

So, let’s just get on with bowling and enjoying our matches and each other’s company and show what a great club we are.”

For more information: www.sanluisbowls.byethost7.com or contact June Jones, Club Captain: 691 903 773.

San Miguel Bowls Club by Pat McEwan

By Rod Edgerton

Last Saturday Jack and Barbara Cooper invited other La Siesta Members to join them in a Fun Competition to celebrate their Golden Wedding. A Large turnout in glorious weather saw all rinks being used whilst others turned up just to join in the celebrations.

The competition consisted of three separate 6 end disciplines consisting of normal ends, fixed jack full length and fixed jack minimum length. The winners Norman Adcroft, Irene Laverick and Dennis Andrew received their prizes from Jack and Barbara. Lollipops were handed out for every member that a bowl touching the jack.

Needless to say the 50 lollipops on offer did not last long. On behalf of the club members our President Jean Cooper presented Jack and Barbara with cut glasses and a bottle of Bubbly.

In the VCL league La Siesta visited San Miguel Deputies and gained 6 points to their opponents 8. The overall shots going to San Miguel by 103 to 94.Winners for La Siesta were the Pair of Dawn Taylor and Mike Edwards by 18 shots to 16.Whilst the Rinks teams of Joy Gardiner, Pat Moore, Brian Gardiner and Jean Cooper won 18-12 and the rink of Tanya Oliver, Tony Campbell, Bill Jordan and John Ball won 20-13.

In the Spitfire Division the Wasps entertained Quesada and managed to win on 2 rinks picking up 4 points with Ramsey Sinclair, Pat Moore and John Ball winning by 22-20 whilst Dave Davies, George Richardson and Mike Edwards who were one shot behind after 16 ends managing to pick up 6 shots without reply on the final 2 ends to win 20-15.The overall match shots were 116 to 91 in favour of Quesada.

In the Harrier Division the Hornets got back to winning ways with a 8-6 victory away at San Luis Hercules. The overall match shots going to the Hornets by 113 to 103.

The winning rinks for the Hornets came from Hilary Clarke, Trish Reilly and Vic Mahomet by 27-13,Tanya Oliver, Tony Campbell and Pat Reilly by 22-11 and Ron Sheldon, Sue Mahomet and Rab Logan 20-14.

San Miguel Deputies played La Siesta in the VCL winning 8 points to 6. Ladies singles, Anita Brown won 21-11; Mens singles, Carl Eagle won 21-15; Pairs, Pat McEwan, Gary Raby lost 16-18; Trips, Bob Nesbitt, Dave Champion, Dave McEwan won 20-12; Rinks, Sue Milner, Paul Hayward, Ann Eagle, John Raby lost 12-18; Rinks, Ken Hope, Stan North, Eddie Cowan, Alan Campbell lost 13-20.

Shots for 103 - against 94.

In the Spitfire league, San Miguel Moors were away to Emerald Isle Victors, coming away with 5 points to 9. Winning teams were Bob Hanton, Sheila Booth, Bob Donnelly 19-18; Stan North, Barbara Scotthern, Eddie Cowan, 25-3; David Champion, Frank Scotthern, Jack Jackson drew 19 all. Total shots were 88 for San Miguel and 107 to Emerald Isle.

No other results received Club mornings are still on, though numbers are dwindling due to the heat, 0945 for 1015. The WASPS will carry on, Wednesday afternoons, 1.30pm until 12th July, and will resume on 13th September.

For further information on San Miguel Bowls Club, please contact the President, Rosamond Stockell, telephone 965329778 or Secretary, Pat McEwan, telephone 966714257.

Emerald Isle Bowls Club The Earls played at home on Wed against Country Bowls Herons and got beaten 10-4 aggregate of 106 -78. Winners were M Foulds G Inwood G Dyer B Foulds 23-13, J Jarvis E Morris B Eldred L Fisher 19-10 Friday saw the Victors play San Miguel Moors at home and they won 9-5, Aggregate of 107-88 the winners were B Kavanagh A Burns C Lindgren 24-5 M Whitelock K Jolliffe M Stacey 24-9, C Thomas C Highland D Birkett 19-11,and a drawn trip of S Johnson M Veale M Odell 19-19 The Vulcans visited Quesada Lancasters and lost 10-4 aggregate 11195 with the winners D Martin B Smith P Creswell 18-12, J Redfern G Inwood B Allen 18-13 ELWYN MORRIS

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La Marina Report by Barry Latham Last week we beat the VCL League Leaders and this week we upset the number two by beating San Miguel at our place 10-4. The togetherness continued for the Parsons, both Janet and Peter played the Singles and won 21-17 each. Isn’t it lovely? Captain Colin Armitage, Martin Butler and Lynne Armitage had a tight game but came out the winners 14-12.

Last (Well, off the green.) but not least the rink of Barry Latham, Wendy Latham, Mike Smith and Barbara Forshaw had a good win by 18 to 13. The overall shot difference was very close, we got it by one. We might still be last in the league but we are at the moment upsetting the leaders. May it continue!!!!

When I arrived to watch the Pilots I was told as we walked to the ground we were down on very rink bar one. Obviously it must have been our cheering and ribald comments that spurred the Pilots to eventually chop down the Greenland Gladiators. Good to see a lot of our friends from our old club but even better to beat them 10-4.

Close all the way though but gradually La Marina took over. Mike Smith, Peter Bailey and Jean Tregoing plus Terry and Jean Perchard and Reg Jackson both pulled off creditable draws. Dave Taylor, Tom Spencer and Mo Taylor had a good win by four shots. And the Hadaways are back ……. to form both winning. Dave, Arthur Cronk and Dave O’Sullivan won 20-15 and Shirley, Steve Hindle and Carol Smith won 25-15.

Two cracking results this week so well done Captains and Selectors who get a lot of stick at times.

If you want to join our happy little Club you can phone our Captain Steve Hindle on 966184360. Don’t worry if you have never played before we can lend you all the kit you need plus some coaching.

El Rancho Bowls Club.

Our Wednesday VCL match was at Quesada, against the Tigers and all in all it was a close match, with both teams taking 3 rinks and the Tigers taking the overall shots by a small margin.

A good away result for El Rancho. Ladies singles: Carolyn Harris 21-9. Gents singles: David Whitworth 6-21. Pairs: Jane Hamill and Stew Hamill 21-16. Triples: June Whitworth, John Skipper and Jim Gracie 21-9. Rinks: Pam Harris, Barry Bright, Brian Taylor and Shirley Edwards 12-16. Rinks: Bob Easthope, Brian Harris, Jan Bright and Richard Lee 8-23.

Friday found the Buckskins playing host to Horadada Hawks, yet another close match, both teams taking 3 rinks and the Hawks taking the overall shots by another small margin, a good effort though. Pam Harris, Malc Elmore and Brian Harris 16-10. Jan Bright, Brian Yates and Shirley Edwards 13-16. Barry Bright, Diane Yates and Richard Lee 23-11. Dave Haynes, Bob Easthope and Jim Gracie 18-14.

Marion Haynes, Jane Hamill and Stew Hamill 12-29. Graham Day, Rob Clark and John Skipper 10-20.

For membership details contact Brian Taylor on 965077093 or at briantaylor_es@yahoo.co.uk or Carolyn Harris on 966774316 or at elranchobowls.secretary@gmail.com

Vistabella bowls club

With Lynne Bishop

Not only is it very warm on the green but the competition is hotting up as we go into the final few games of the summer season.

This week the VCL Vikings were at home playing top of the league Quesada Lions, our away leg resulted in a 6-8 win for the Lions but despite a somewhat depleted team we managed to square things up which leaves us just one shot behind them on the league table. Men's Singles Martin Foulcer won 21-16. Ladies Singles Lynne Bishop won 21-19 and the Triples team of Jenny Chaplin, Bert Ewart & Dave Chaplin won 22-14. The shots couldn't have been any closer VB 104 (8)- 103(6) Q. The Saxons were away to the San Luis Falcons, another hard game but well done to Ian Kenyon for yet another great win of 21-14 in the Men's Singles and also to Lin Watkins winning 21-16 in the Ladies Singles. The Rinks team of Mike Irwin, Tony French, Geoff Paylor & Dave Jenkins won 18-4 you guys are brilliant! Shots, VB 93 (6) - 104 (8) SL. SAL League. The Spitfire league Fairways had a bye.

The Hurricane league Greeners travelled to Monte Mar to play the Torro's picking up an impressive twelve points. Winning teams were Jenny Chaplin, Ken Savage & Peter Whitehall 21-7. Frank Barclay, Peter Cadwell & Barry Norris 23-15. Mike Irwin, Sue Norris & Pat Rafferty 15-10. Del Gunning, Dave Chaplin & Dave Jenkins 23-20.

Rosemarie Savage, Brian Pointon, Bill Corbishly 22-21. Shots VB 111 (12) - 107 (2) MM. We have our sights set on promotion...good luck in your last game next week.

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‘Pooling Together’ at Moore’s Bar

The Paul Cunningham Nurses were the benefactors of a 24 hour Pool Marathon held by Moores Bar recently which raised €2235 for the charity, all of which will contribute toward the cost of providing palliative care for the terminally ill.

A total of 13 players took part in the event with a hardy 8 remaining on site for the full 24 hour period. The players themselves raised almost €1500 in sponsorship whilst the balance was donated from monies collected by a raffle and at the bar’s St George’s Day function held in April, at which local entertainer Andy Maloney also contributed his fee.

Food for the players was provided by the adjoining Marinasol restaurant and La Taberna Bar while Alison Jane supplied the entertainment.

Organiser Phill Sutton was particularly complimentary of proprietors Paula and Martin for their help in making the event possible.

In accepting the cheque from Phill, Assistant Coordinator Val Cheng said that she was absolutely delighted at the large amount that had been raised by Moores Bar and it’s players. She explained that the Paul Cunningham Nurses Charity, which is based in La Marina but which operates across the Costa Blanca South, will use the contribution wisely as it continues to provide high quality care to terminal prognosis patients in their own home, free of charge.

Read more about the charity on its website at www.paulcunninghamnurses.com or contact the staff by phone on 966 790 363 or by email at info@paulcunninghamnurses.com

Playa Flamenca Walking Wanderers The Playa Flamenca “ Walking Wanderers” Walking football team celebrated their President's Robert Gorrill's birthday with their new sponsors Gogartys Irish Pub. About 30 of the Playa Flamenca Walking Wanderers and their WAGS attended the function at Gogartys Irish Pub La Zenia. Free Tapas was kindly supplied by the owner to the group to mark the occasion.

Picture of the owner outside the Bar with Robert, showing the white shorts Gogartys have sponsored for “The Walking Wanderers”.

Walking Football has really captured the hearts and enthusiasm by the Playa Flamenca club and should you require any further information please contact :bobbyg2542@hotmail.com

Carp R Us Round 5 of the Summer Series was fished on the Eden stretch of the River Segura. This necessitated a lot of hard work before the match could start to make sufficient fishable pegs, well done to everyone who helped. The match was won by Roy Buttress with 7.50kg caught using corn. Second was Steve Collins using pole feeder for 5.50kg.

Tom Marshall was third with 5.30kg using corn and Jackie Breslin was fourth with 3.88kg. Considering this stretch is not used much now, the weights were quite good.

Further info about the club can be found on its website www.carprus.weebly.com or on our Facebook page CarpR-Us Fishing Costa Blanca.

Monte Mar Bowls Club

Greenlands Bowls Club by Dave Webb

Sponsored by The Belfry, The Pub, Bowling Abroad and Avalon VCL League - MONTE MAR LORDS V GREENLANDS Another hard fought match against Greenlands, winning on two rinks and drawing on one. Well done to Alan Ashberry (singles) Wendy Sheridan, June Young, Joe Ridley and skip Dianne Ridley and the drawing rink Ronnie Cairns, Mike Farrelly and skip Dave Melville.

Shots Monte Mar 96 – 110 Greenlands. Points Monte Mar 5 – 9 Greenlands.

MONTE MAR TORROS V VISTABELLA GREENERS A remarkable result as we were winning on four rinks with three ends to go. At the end of the match the one winning rink was Denise Ashberry, June Young and skip Alan Ashberry well done. Shots Monte Mar 107 – 111 Vistabella. Pts Monte Mar 2 – 12 Vistabella.

For further information about Monte Mar Bowls and Social Club check out our website www.montemarbowls.com or email us at info@montemarbowls.com. We are also on Facebook.

Result of the games played in the Men’s 4 x wood pairs on Monday 12th June. Greenlands versus San Miguel, Home - shots for - 23 against 11. Away shots for - 12. Against - 18. Points for - 3 against - 2.

In The VCL match played away at Monte mar the weather proved to be a big a challenge as the games but after a very friendly game Greenlands came away with a very respectable score winning on three rinks and drawing on one. Final score was - 9 points to 5. In the Hurricane Division the Gladiators were away to La Marina Pilots. Final score was - Total shots for - 97. Against - 111. Points for - 4. Points against - 10. There were two drawn rinks and one winning rink won by Jean Thompson, Jean Giddings and skip Dave Webb. 20 shots to 15.

Greenlands Bowls Club are looking to add to their current membership and would welcome new members and ensure they would have regular games in all leagues. We pride ourselves on having one of the friendliest and sociable clubs on the Costa, so why not find out for yourselves and give Haley a ring on 966 84 4399.

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Medals galore for Torrevieja Rhythmic Gymnastics Club The Rhythmic Gymnastics Provincial Championships was held last weekend in Benidorm where several members of Torrevieja’s Club Jennifer Colino won age group medals.

At the Basic Federation level, in category Cadete, Ameliia Deonas, took the gold medal with the ball exercise. In addition, the pairing of Eva Zatsepilina and Julia Slukina got the gold in the Benjamin duo category.

Also participating were Jessica Perez and the trio formed by Polina Vinokurova, Manuela Sánchez and Vera Tereshchuk, each performing some magnificent exercises in their respective categories.

At the Middle Federation level, in the youngest category, Aniya Tuganbekova was proclaimed provincial champion with the handsfree exercise. In the same category, her partner Valeriya Kapralova got the runner-up prize.

The torrevejenses gymnasts Merche Garcia and Helen Coslop won the provincial championship in the Infantil equipment category with clubs and ring while Leanne Kholstedt won the silver medal with the clubs exercise. It is also worth mentioning the great performances of the gymnasts Alva Kronback and Roxana Enache who took fourth position in the Alevin equipment category.

Congratulations to all the gymnasts in qualifying for the Autonomous Middle and Basic Championship to be held in Torrevieja and Sueca next weekend!

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John Lowton Memorial Tournament - left to right, 3rd Ray Stevens (634), 1st Neil Pipkin (676), 2nd Lynne Ailsby (663)

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MIKE PROBERT TALKS GOLF 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.

‘The Eyes have it’ So you are facing a difficult shot or you are coming to the end of your round and you have a particularly good score.

How do you feel?

If you are normal then your palms will be sweaty, your heart will feel like it is going to burst through your chest, your hands will be shaking, your arms feeling as heavy as lead and your mind will be full of so many thoughts at the same time, mainly negative.

So what do you do about it?

In previous articles I have explained how visualisation and simple deep breathing can and will help in such situations.

This I will be covering again in forthcoming articles.

However the first thing to understand is why you feel this way.

Experts such as Craig Farnsworth believe that it is simply that your internal ENERGY SYSTEM is running out of control resulting in doubt, anxiety and loss of motor control.

There is another mind clearing technique that you can use to control these feelings called the ‘laser eye shift’, which was pioneered in the 1970’s in the USA by Doctors Lee and Harrison.

Whenever you experience the feelings of anxiety detailed above you should simply choose two objects a few feet apart, one in your left field of vision and the other in the right field of vision.

While keeping your head still, shift your eyes between the two objects that you have chosen as fast as you can for five to ten seconds.

Technically this is known as a ‘saccadic’ – rapid eye shift.

On the golf course select vision targets that are easy to identify such as the ball markers on the tee or perhaps the ball and the hole on the putting green.

How does this process work?

Physiologically when conducting this act the mind has difficulty in conducting other tasks because your visual sensory system will lock you into the present and prevents you from processing thoughts in the past or the future.

You can actually try this at home to see the technique in action.

While sitting comfortably and in a relaxed position think about or

Monday 19th - Sunday 25th June, 2017 (Sponsored by Costa Blanca Green Fee Svcs). visualise in your mind some event that caused you anxiety recently.

You should be able to feel those gut wrenching feelings deep inside of you.

Now follow the laser eye shift technique as described above and then try again to regain and repeat those anxious feelings.

You should find that they disappear altogether or exist at a much lower level of intensity.

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Golf Course Price Comments Alenda €104 2 Players and Buggy Alicante €82 2 Green Fees and Buggy (after 12pm) Altorreal €86 2 Players and Buggy (from 9/6/17) Bonalba €90 2 Players and Buggy Don Cayo (Altea) €94 2 Players and Buggy El Plantio €112 2 Players and Buggy (after 12pm) Font Del Llop €80 2 Players and Buggy (from 12/6/17) La Finca €110 2 Players and Buggy La Marquesa €38 Single Green Fee La Serena €92 2 Players and Buggy Las Colinas €136 2 Players and Buggy Las Ramblas €94 2 Players and Buggy Lo Romero €35 Single Green Fee (after 1.30pm) New Sierra Golf €85 2 Green Fees and Buggy Roda €93 2 Players and Buggy (after 2pm) Villamartin €102 2 Players and Buggy Villaitana Levante €90 2 Green Fees and Buggy Vistabella €62 2 Players and Buggy (weekends) For Bookings and info Mike at info@costa-blanca-greenfees.com quoting the reference LEADER or on 966 704 752 or 661 345 931 Hollow Tine Watch The following courses are recovering from hollow tining: Las Ramblas and Villaitana Quotation of the Week “Golf is a game where the slowest players in the world are in front of you and the fastest one behind.” Kevin McCarthy

SMGS at Lo Romero

El Plantio 2 Golf Society.

Another early shotgun start didn’t curtail scoring. Now used to the phenomenon the 42 members and 5 guests playing registered some fantastic returns. It was expected that the recent hollow tining of greens would have a negative effect, but this clearly wasn’t the case, members having to score at least 35 points to make 5th in each of the categories played. Only 10 made less than 30. Special mention should go to Robin Eastman and Darren Hancock who both hit 40 points, with the latter playing off a mere 6. The best score of the day, though, was posted by Brian Mulligan, a magnificent 41 points.

Bronze Category: 5th Keith Stevenson (35), 4th Phil Birtwistle (36), 3rd Grattan Forber (38 on CB), 2nd Brian Butler (38 on CB), and 1st, Brian Mulligan with a fantastic score of 41 points.

Silver Category: 5th Theo Boelhouwer (35), 4th Mike Fearnehough (36 on CB), 3rd Norman Cahill (36 on CB), 2nd Steve Davis (37) and 1st, Steve Belshaw with 38 points Gold Category: 5th Bjorn Pettersson (35), 4th Ivan Hanak (36 on CB), 3rd Barry Roehrig (36 on CB), 2nd Robin Eastman (40 on CB), and 1st, pipping Robin on count back, Darren Hancock, also with 40 points.

The Abacus was won by Les Wilton.

Nearest the pins on the par 3’s (open to all) went to Ivan Hanak (5), Billy Lane (7), Mike Maskell (12) and Darren Hancock (15).

Best guest went to Geoff Jobson with an excellent score of 39, followed closely by runner-up Billy Lane (38) Our thanks go to the staff at Lo Romero golf course for their contribution to an enjoyable day.

Keep up to date with all SMGS matters by logging on to our website www.smgs.org or simply give Theo Boelhouwer a call on 694 494 824. Next week we will be at Las Colinas.

On Tuesday 13th June, 17 members competed in a 'Hidden Partners game. The ideal is for an even number of players in this game as in the event of an odd number, some adjustment is needed to be made at the end, with one player having two chances at winning. However, fortunately or unfortunately for one player, Lyn had to retire with a bad back, leaving an optimum number of 16. Get well soon.

Over the past few weeks, there has been a glut of Holes-in-One with 4 in the previous 3 weeks. However, regular visitor from the U.K., Henry Mellor had not registered an 'Ace' prior to last week, when he achieved one in the Elche 'Away Day'. His stated ambition was to get one on his home course and he duly obliged on the 90 metre Hole 9. Talk about waiting for a bus and two coming at once.

At the end of the competition, score cards were drawn to ascertain the winning pairing. Undoubted star was Kenton Wanty - excused from his school duties - who scored a superb 40 points, which, combined with Mike Williams' 31 points, scooped 1st prize.

Nearest the Pin, Hole 1 - John Wilby, Hole 8 - Ray Housley. 3rd Place, David Swann, Martin Rickman 61 points on C/B. 2nd Place, John Wilby, Laurence Wanty 67 points. 1st Place, Kenton Wanty, Mike Williams 71 points.

Picture Shows L. to R. David Swann, John Wilby, Laurence Wanty, Henry Mellor, Kenton Wanty, Mike Williams, Martin Rickman, Ray Housley.

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 very 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. David Swann

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Ruby’s Golf Society With Valle Del Este a distant memory it was back to business for our golfers with this months player of the year trophy game at Alicante.

The weather was great and the course in excellent condition ready for everyone to produce some great golf and they did not disappoint with many players scores in the mid thirty's, but it was Roy Stanley who took the honors today winning the silver division and overall prize, with 36 points, New player Mark Drain took second position and won the gold division with 35 points. Other results on the day were best front nine Marc Doherty, best back nine David Wright.

Nearest the pins on the par three's were Marc Doherty, Peter Jepson and Nigel Wright.

Back at Rayz Bar on El Raso we had the presentation with a great buffet and the football card was won by Nigel Wright. If you would like any further information on Ruby's Golf Society please contact us at rubysgolf@yahoo.co.uk

Los Nietos Golf Society Our June stapleford was held at Hacienda Riquelme with 21 players attending.

The course was in good condition with tricky greens and a strong breeze making a challenge to all players.

The overall winner was Peter Eades with a magnificent 36 points of a 19 handicap, runner up was veteran Vic Beattie with 31 points of a 17 handicap. Other prizes on offer were nearest the pin which went to Tim Bromage and Darrell Merritt, longest drive Mick Lockley, nearest the pin 2nd shot brummie Dave Tipping. After golf we returned to Bar El Fraille for a BBQ and social evening which was enjoyed by all. Our next event is on the 5th July at Lo Romero, the annual general meeting has been planned for the 12th July at El Fraille at 6 pm, anybody wanting details about the society please contact Iian Furniss at casabromley@hotmail.com

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‘TEAM TED’ take Wolfpack prize On Tuesday June 13th, it was time for our monthly Society Day, on this occasion playing for the annual “Captain vs Vice Captain” trophy. Two teams, “carefully" selected by the committee played a Texas Scramble at our home course, Campoamor. The weather was very hot and the greens a little sandy and slow following the recent hollow tining. Putting conditions therefore a little different from those we are used to. Sixteen players set out eager to enjoy the change of competition and to play a different format where everyone, irrespective of how they play on the day, is involved to the end. Play was swift and the competition was close - with the fourball comprising of Nigel Cotton, Bob Eno, Ray Phillips and Dave Margetson, playing for the Vice Captain, having by far the best day with a net score of 62.9 (three under par gross). In second place, challenging on behalf of the Captain, were Bryan Hirst, Ron Colclough, Bjorn Magnusson and Steve Lugger with a net score of 65.3. The race for the presti-

The weather forecast was for a very hot day and in the valley of La Marquesa it’s usually hotter but even these temperatures couldn’t match the high score of a certain Viking known as Sverre Sonesen. This particular Viking couldn’t stand the poor weather up there in Norway so embarked on a raid to La Marquesa where he not only secured a N.T.P. but also returned the highest score of the day to win the Gold category.

On the downside his 43 pts. has lowered his handicap before his next game with us at Roda next week, there we will see what stamina he has. The course was in excellent condition following the greens maintenance and apart from the excessive heat, playing conditions were perfect.

This course gets better every time we play it.

Results: N.T.P.’s Hole 5 S. Sonesen, hole 11 Nada, hole 15 J. Dean, hole 17 R. Rea. Joe Dean took the

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gious trophy hinged on the remaining fourballs and after rechecking scorecards several times, the final result was victory for Ted Harris, Vice Captain, with a score of 129.1 points to the Captain’s 132.8. The second fourball on the winning side was made up of Ted, Geoff Hollingsworth, Joe Booth and John Clutton.

Thanks to Peter Palmer, Dennis Fox, Alistair Kaye and Denis Warren for their noble efforts on behalf of the Captain. Ted continues the run of Vice Captain victories and gets the pleasure of polishing the trophy for the next 12 months. Thanks to all who took part, it was a very enjoyable day definitely enhanced by a change from the usual Stableford scoring. The Wolfpack play on Tuesdays and Fridays at Campoamor - if you would like to join us, please contact either Steve on 604 11 27 29 or Dave on 677 147 848.

The `photo below shows Vice Captain Ted Harris And Team With The Trophy

€28 from the 2’s pot after leaving himself a tap-in birdie on 15 from just 20cm. Best Visitor and now member was L. Jorung with 35 pts. Bronze category; 3rd on L/H was our youngest member of 87 years, Tom Jones with 32 pts. 2nd S. Twentyman 34 pts. 1st G. Sorby 36 pts. Silver category; 3rd A. Rickers 34 pts. 2nd J. Daroszewski 36 pts. 1st J. Hettrick 37 pts. Gold category; 3rd L. Hagstrom 32 pts. 2nd J. Eyre 35 pts. 1st S. Sonesen 43 pts.

Photo: Bronze category winners, L-R SS.Twentyman, Geir Sorby and Tom Jones.

If you would like to enjoy competitive golf with a warm and friendly group at some of the best green fees on the Coast then please visit. www.tmgs.org or Facebook/TMGSGOLF @TMGSGOLF or call the Secretary on 661 524 101 download our new mobile app from our website!

Paddy’s Point Golf Society Our June outing was to RODA and we had a good turnout of 39 players. As usual the course was in good condition and thank goodness for a lovely breeze which helped keep the body temperature down. The meal we enjoyed when we returned to the pub was absolutely lovely - top notch - thank you again Rory, Hazel and all your fantastic staff for all you do for us golfers.

NTP hole 2 Steve Higgins, hole 7 Terry Fitzgerald, hole 11 Steve Higgins, hole 13 Gerry McGhee. LONGEST DRIVE Jimmy Kiernan. The 2's pot was shared between Terry Fitzgerald and Steve Higgins. BEST GUEST - Cyril Fox 31pts. 3rd place Steve Higgins 36 pts, 2nd Terry Fitzgerald 36pts c/b, Winner of the McArthur Cup was Jimmy Kiernan with 37pts.

Our next outing is to Las Colinas on 12th July.

Las Ramblas Social Club On Monday we played the “Bowmaker” with 3 scores counting on all holes. The winning team of Rachel Leckey, Nick Campbell, Reg Akehurst and Mike Mahony came in with 121pts equaling the record for this game.

On Wednesday we played the usual Stableford format and the results were as follows: Cat1: 1st Olga Douglas 39pts, 2nd Pete Dunn 37pts 3rd Brian Staines 36pts.

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Cat2: 1st Heinz Lei 43pts, 2nd John Dobson 40pts, 3rd Peter Wickham 39pts.

2´s Club: Rachel Leckey (with her first ever 2), John Dobson, Pete Dunn, Mike Chapman, Heinz Lei and John Shervell with 2.

Friday we played 6, 6 ,6 on a very warm day and the winners with a score of 92pts were Rod Doel, Dave Pulling, John Shervell and Han Van Loon.

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