Costa Blanca Leader Edition 675

No 675

Monday 10th - Sunday 16th July, 2017

Tel: 637 227 385

O NE POLICEMAN FOR 30,000 RESIDENTS A

s CompromĂ­s calls for more Local Police in Orihuela the Leader Newspaper can reveal that last Sunday, on the whole of the Orihuela Costa, the security of its 30,000 residents was in the hands of just one officer from the Policia Local.

And now CompromĂ­s Orihuela has said that they have had enough as it demanded that the municipal government increase the number of Police operating in the municipality.

They have asked that the 2017 budgets include sufficient funding which is especially earmarked for this purpose.

"The city council must be able to guarantee the security of its residents, across the entire urban area, the districts and the coast," said spokesman

Martin Borislavov. He also confirmed that recently, in all of the Orihuela Costa there was just one policeman on duty, which is completely unacceptable."

Continued on Page 2

2

Monday 10th - Sunday 16th July, 2017

www.theleader.info

Telephone

637 227 385 Property

637 227 385 E-mail office@theleader.info Website www.theleader.info Advertising Sales 637 227 385 office@theleader.info Journalists 600 228 616 office@theleader.info The Costa Blanca and Costa Calida Leader, its publishers, members of staff and its agents do not accept responsibility for claims by advertisers nor can it be held responsible for any errors in advertisements which are reproduced from poor artwork, low quality electronic data or inadequate instructions for text or other layout features. Further no responsibility is accepted for any loss or damage caused by an error, inaccuracy or non-appearance of any advertisement, although all advertisements produced are checked prior to insertion. We regret that we cannot accept responsibility for more than ONE incorrect insertion and that no re-publication will be granted in the case of typographical or minor changes which do not affect the value of the advertisement. E&OE. NO PART OF THIS NEWSPAPER MAY BE REPRODUCED WITHOUT THE WRITTEN CONSENT OF THE PUBLISHERS.

From Page 1 Orihuela Costa Policing Borislavov said that "the strength of the municipal police is insufficient to cover all the territory of Orihuela. This ensures that the agents operate with extra stress because they cannot provide all the coverage and support that they want, which endangers everybody living within the municipality.

Policing in the Orihuela Municipality is in a “potentially perilous state” as poor leadership, resulting in government inaction and lethargy, lead to investigations being shelved, vulnerable victims being let down and dozens of dangerous suspects remaining at large.

In the case of the Oriolano coast the secretary of Compromis said that "during the year there are usually two police patrols, and

the logical thing would be that in summer the number of agents is increased to cater for the influx of tourists into the area.

But the opposite happens, because the officers know that it is going to be a much busier period they actually book their leave and go away on holiday so that when there is a greater population on the coast we have fewer policemen."

Is it any surprise, therefore, that whilst the numbers of illegal traders and even drug sellers on the Orihuela Costa is increasing, with an overnight strength of just two officers supporting its 30,000 residents, the police are unable to cope.

In addition, Borislavov has assured that "the problem also extends to the districts.

Residents of San Bartolomé have told us their concern, since

they tell us that they only occasionally see policemen in the hamlet, and on the occasions that they are called to attend an incident they take an absolute age to arrive.

Compromís has said that the government must do more to ensure the security of its residents, particularly at this especially busy time. They need to ensure that the Local Police are sufficiently strengthened “to be able to adequately cover all the territory of Oriol."

The mayor and his government team still have more work to do to ensure they are providing the level of service that this community expects and deserves, and indeed that this community pays for. At the moment it is just one of too many areas where the general public are being let down.

Local Branches come together in support of the RBL

O

ver a hundred members Former Military and friends attended The Policemen Wayne Royal British Legion Campbell and BBQ held at Vistabella Golf on Paul Price Wednesday, for what turned out to be a thoroughly enjoyable afternoon of song, dance, food and not a little alcohol.

The afternoon’s entertainment was provided by local entertainer TJ Jones, sorry about the burnt head, while the BBQ, served in the best RRF tradition, was cooked to an absolute delight. All those extra duties in the Sergeants Mess kitchen were not wasted after all Chef!

Jointly organised by Torrevieja and the Orihuela Costa branches, the bulk of the planning was left to If you live on the southern Costa Blanca and you Torry Chairman Gerry Lynch who just wasn’t would like to join, or to learn more about the quick enough to take that vital backward step Royal British Legion, you can find all the inforwhen we were seeking volunteers, but what a mation relating to the branches mentioned at: wonderful job he did despite all those misspent http://counties.britishlegion.org.uk/counties/spainyears in the Royal Air Force. north/branches The bulk of the attendance came from the two Or simply search the net for ‘RBL Spain.’ host branches but it was a delight to see the Chairman of the newly formed Murcia Branch, Steve Carne, who came along from Calasparra with a group of his loyal members. The branch is only a little over 3 months old but, already with a membership in excess of 60, it is certainly going in the right direction.

Gran Alacant and La Marina Branch was represented by Chairman Robin Hargrave while District Officers, Pamela Twissell Cross and Susan Shaw, travelled down through bandit country from our Northern outposts.

Proceeds from the raffle raised 450 euro which will be donated to Spain (District North) funds.

ADVERTISING HOTLINE

637 227 385

LEADER

LEADER

ADVERTISING HOTLINE

637 227 385

Monday 10th - Sunday 16th July, 2017

www.theleader.info

Why not try a beer to quench your summer thirst Carolina Perez, a nutritionist at Quirónsalud Hospital Torrevieja, says that beer lowers the risk of developing cardiovascular disease

W

hen the heat increases so does the amount of liquid that we consume and no longer do we drink just water to quench our thirst. There are a variety of beverages to which we turn to hydrate and enjoy throughout the day, in our leisure time with family and friends. But many of us don’t know how the most popular summer drinks can contribute and benefit our health.

Beer, one of the most widely consumed beverages in Spain, lowers the risk of developing cardiovascular disease by increasing good cholesterol (HDL) and polyphenols. It protects against neurodegenerative diseases and improves bone health because it contains silicon. It also has an anti-inflammatory and antibiotic characteristics thanks to hops, one of its essential components.

It is also highly recommended for athletes, according to Carolina Perez, nutritionist at Quirónsalud Hospital Torrevieja. "Consumption of a moderate amount of beer after intense activity helps to ensure rapid rehydration and helps to prevent muscle aches. Beer for its taste, aroma and being carbonated, especially served cold, is recognised as being better than water in situations where thirst is not a factor, as it is 2% of dehydration that helps with sports performance, but it is not significant enough to combat thirst."

Slush, one of the most popular summer drinks, a cold drink served while still crystallized. Sorbet, however, is halfway between slush and ice cream, it contains less fat than ice cream, but more sugar.

The main component of slush is water, whose presence represents about 85-90% of its composition. Therefore, its calorific content is not very high, around 60-70 calories per 100 millilitres. In its preparation no fats are used (unlike ice creams), so there is no added fat or cholesterol. However, its consumption should not abused because, although there is no fat, they do have significant amounts of sugar.

The absence of fat and cholesterol in such drinks can be a positive for people with high blood cholesterol levels who want to indulge occasionally. However, it is important that the consumption of these products occurs only occasionally so as to avoid excess sugar in the diet.

Another irresistible drink is horchata, consumed in two versions, liquid and slush. The basic ingredients are water, tiger nuts and sugar.

Horchata is a rich sugary, energy drink with healthy fats, highly recommended for all ages but especially for patients with cardiovascular disease who do not suffer from being overweight. It also has a significant calcium content, much needed during periods of breastfeeding, pregnancy and growth in children.

It is low in sodium and high in potassium which makes it very

suitable for hypertensive patients. It aids in the recovery of diarrheal diseases as a result of its astringent properties and having no cholesterol, gluten or lactose, it is suitable for those with intolerances.

However, horchata is not advisable for diabetic patients because of its high sugar content.

Gazpacho, another of the kings of summer, retains all the nutritional benefits of each and every one of its ingredients without suffering any degradation by heat that is caused by cooking "Vitamin C in peppers and tomato, vitamin E in the Tomato’s and extra virgin olive oil, antioxidants such as lycopene from tomatoes, vitamins for summer sun and also takes care of our skin," says nutritionist Carolina Perez.

It is full of fibre, which promotes intestinal transit and promotes cleansing of our body. Also it contains minerals such as phosphorus, iron, calcium, magnesium, zinc, copper, potassium and sodium. That is why gazpacho is regarded as an isotonic drink, because of its water content and mineral salts. Gazpacho also helps reduce blood pressure.

"Consumption of the main natural ingredients of gazpacho is linked to a reduction in blood pressure. Hypertension is a condition that affects 25% of the adult population and is the main risk factor for heart attacks and strokes.

Finally, other soft drinks that are experiencing a boom, especially among athletes, are sports drinks, which promote athletic performance and quickly help replenish losses caused by intense exercise.

Their water content prevents dehydration, the concentration of carbohydrates (6-8%) is effective to maintain fluid balance, provide energy, maintain blood glucose levels and accelerate the absorption of water.

Electrolytes help maintain fluid balance, nerve function and muscle contraction.

However, many experts agree that if exercise lasts less than an hour, even in an intense and warm atmosphere, it is sufficient to hydrate by drinking water before, during and after exercise.

Horchata is a rich sugary, energy drink with healthy fats

3

4

Monday 10th - Sunday 16th July, 2017

www.theleader.info

ADVERTISING HOTLINE

637 227 385

LEADER

Model Expo pulls in the Merchants demand council action against illegal traders crowds in Cabo Roig

A

Cllr Sofia Alvarez, flanked by Wayne and Skippy with Minister for Tourism, Eduardo Dolon, 3rd from the left The Military Model Exhibition attracted hundreds of visitors over the weekend at the MOE HQ, Detachment Teniente Morejón, in Cabo Roig, the military barracks just along from the Cabo Roig Marina.

Early visitors included Eduardo Dolon, the Valencian MInister for Tourism and two Orihuela Councillors, Sofia Alvarez and Damasco Aparicio.

The Royal British Legion was also well supported with the Orihuela Costa’s two representatives from the Chelsea Royal Hospital, Skippy Teasdale and Wayne Campbell, along with local Branch secretary and Poppy Appeal Coordinator, Jean Heald and Eddie Coleman.

The exhibition itself showed the Spanish Security Services, Police and Armed Forces through the years with models of air, sea and landcraft as well as complete military uniforms, lots of action photographs and dozens of lead soldiers.

PP President Damasco Aparicio

Torrevieja and La Mata, can continue to carry on fter an appeal to curb the actions of the their business activities, otherwise with the unfair ‘Looky Looky’ men, and other illegal competition that they are being subjected to, many street traders, on the Cabo Roig strip, has say they will be forced to close their businesses, in been totally ignored by the Orihuela Council, it is the face of illegal competition "and" tax free now the turn of David Sánchez, President of the "practices that are being adopted by these organAssociation of Small and Medium Traders and ized bands of street vendors.

Professionals in Torrevieja, Apymeco, to add his Sánchez also asks "all the merchants of Torrevieja weight to the concerns that are being expressed as and La Mata, denounce as many times as they can, he has publicly denounced "the proliferation of the presence of these illegal traders in their area." organized illegal street vending groups" in Apymeco and the merchants of the Acequión Torrevieja and La Mata. demand that the City council take measures to Apymeco's statement, which has also been address the problem that is causing serious damage endorsed by the Association of Merchants of to the legal businesses Acequión District, chaired by Noelia Lozano , calls for "urgent and drastic Apymeco are demanding measures to be taken against this problem, which that the council take action in the high season is seriously damaging shops throughout the region."

Several groups of traders, have addressed the presidents of both trade associations "to convey their distress, as they religiously pay their taxes, whilst the authorities continue to turn a blind eye to the activities of illegal traders.

As such, David Sanchez has now called on the local government to "take the appropriate measures and enforce the law against illegal street vendors, so that the local commerce in

LEADER

ADVERTISING HOTLINE

637 227 385

Monday 10th - Sunday 16th July, 2017

www.theleader.info

5

6

www.theleader.info

Monday 10th - Sunday 16th July, 2017

Save the Cabo de Palos Lighthouse

L

ast Sunday, the first meeting of the newly formed "Platform Salvemos Cabo de Palos lighthouse" took place at the foot of the Cabo de Palos lighthouse, where the participants declared "a resounding denunciation” of the PP's proposal to turn the lighthouse over to private management.

The meeting was attended by representatives of the Neighborhood Association of Cabo de Palos, La Manga del Mar Menor, the Federation of Neighbors of Cartagena and Comarca (Favcav), CCOO representing the Port Authority, members of Círculo Podemos La Manga and Cartagena, Yes You can and a number of lighthouse residents and their families.

They unanimously agreed that they were not prepared to see this historic building be passed into private management.

The lighthouse is currently inhabited by the four families of the staff employed to operate the lighthouse who between them guide over 50,000 ships around the rocky headland of Cabo de Palos every year.

The new Platform has been created as a "public entity, and it is not associated with any political

party. The members have set themselves the goal of "involving the majority of the population, the many neighborhood associations and other groups interested in joining the platform to obtain maximum support in defence of their local heritage."

The lighthouse is one of the most interesting neoclassical buildings in the Region sitting on the last hill of the coastal mountain range of Cartagena at a point where the land land submerges under the Mediterranean waters before reemerging in the islands of Islas Hormigas.

Originally created to house the school of "Escuela de Torreros", the lighthouse faces East on the highest point of the cape, an area where there was an artillery emplacement or watch tower back in the day. The idea of building a watch tower on the headland of Cabo de Palos as part of defense system covering the entire Murcia Region coast, is attributed to king Felipe II in 1570. The original tower was destroyed in 1861 with the idea of building what is now the Cabo de Palos Lighthouse, project coordinated by the engineer Leonardo de Tejada.

The construction certificate of acceptance was dated December 18, 1864 and the lighthouse first emitted light on January 31, 1865.

ADVERTISING HOTLINE

637 227 385

LEADER

Local Police chiefs close ranks around Santa Pola Commander Alicante’s Association of Local Police Chiefs (AJPLA), of which the Santa Pola Commander, José Miguel Zaragoza, is a member, have said that they consider the measures taken in relation to his public detention, together with 3 other members of his staff, was totally disproportionate and unjustified.

The group of officers, numbering over 60 Chiefs of Police, from all the main municipalities across the region, say that the actions by the Economic and Fiscal Crime Unit (UDEF), during the arrest of José Miguel Zaragoza, has caused him untold personal and professional damage which will be impossible to repair, when there were other types of less harmful measures that could have been employed without undermining the police investigation.

Zaragoza, along with 3 other policemen and a number of local businessmen from the company Redován Almacenes Riera, was arrested last week and interviewed in Alicante about alleged embezzlement and fraud, in respect of the supply of uniforms and clothing for both the Policia Local and the Protección Civil.

Zaragoza, left, with his lawyer

His solicitor said that his client testified whilst under caution, but the facts have not been published or made clear. Neither has there been any accusation and he still doesn’t know the crimes that Zaragoza is alleged to have committed.

The association emphasised that Zaragoza's professional career "has been unimpeachable to date, as shown by the numerous police surveys it received over the years, as well as by his reputation as a teacher in The Valencian Institute of Public Safety and Emergencies, for which he has always been completely transparent and honest, as will be credited during the investigation.

LEADER

ADVERTISING HOTLINE

637 227 385

Monday 10th - Sunday 16th July, 2017

www.theleader.info

7

My Spanish Heaven - La Naviera O

n its way to becoming the city’s culinary A-lister, Bar Restaurante La Naviera delivers its diners the many flavours of the Mediterranean as it invites you to sample a menu that offers one of the very best varieties and food selections in the area.

With two great salons and a spacious outdoor terrace the restaurant, nevertheless, has a very cosy and familiar atmosphere. The staff are friendly and attentive and with over a hundred freshly prepared dishes to choose from you are likely to spend far more time salivating over the menu than you are actually eating.

Soggy menu aside, breakfast is available all morning, from 9am, followed by a Menu del Dia and a Menu del Noche, both of which, at 10.90€ and 14.90€ respectively, providing starter, main, desert, bread, drink and coffee, deliver quality dining, which is absolutely excellent value for money.

Owned and operated by the expanding Magani Group, this is one restaurant where the food really does do the talking.

If you are a fish person you will find nothing fresher, with all of the produce purchased daily from local Torrevieja fishermen, and the fish platter combination and octopus really do come highly recommended.

For carnivores however, if you want a really special treat, why not go for cochinillo asado, or roast suckling pig, part of a tradition of farm-to-table eating that's appeared in literature, from Cervantes to Hemingway, for centuries. This is an entire piglet roasted whole, on an oak wood fire, a delicious delicacy that takes you to food nirvana.

Now how could that not be to your liking?

Bar Restaurante La Naviera is located on the outskirts of Torrevieja, a few hundred yards along from the Iceland Supermarket, heading toward the city centre. Perhaps the best landmark to use would be the large BP Garage situated directly across the road.

It is open from 9am to midnight, Sunday to Thursday, 9am to 1am on Friday and Saturday. The restaurant has already achieved 5* Ratings on TripAdvisor.

La Naviera is such a breath of fresh air in what is now a flooded dining scene.

There are so many restaurants in the area and trying to find the good ones, while avoiding those that are not so good, is getting harder, and it will continue to be so. Apart from the delicious and exciting menu here, the staff are also a big part of this restaurants personality and for that I’ll most certainly be back.

So, if you’re looking for quality, mod-

ern Spanish food with attitude – La Naviera has it all.

As the restaurant gathers more and more recommendations and word starts to get around it is sure to start filling up. So make your reservation now on 965 033 746 or find us on Facebook at LaNaviera.

The restaurant also caters for group bookings.

10

www.theleader.info

Monday 10th - Sunday 16th July, 2017

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

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

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

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

So don't take chances with your valued possession - trust the experts!

Garage Services car and auto repairs is a top quality English speaking garage company which covers Torrevieja, Quesada and the Costa Blanca area.

2-"Fully satisfied with work carried out on my vehicle and will be using his service again. I would recommend"...

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

4-"Excellent quality of workmanship, courtesy and punctuality. I would recommend them"...

So if you are in the Torrevieja, Quesada and Costa Blanca area and you need the services of a top notch English speaking mechanic then just contact Chris McCarthy at Garage Services car and auto repairs, car mechanic Costa Blanca and leave us to solve your problems.

6-"Polite and very good at his job. I would recommend him" ...

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

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

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

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

3-"I cannot fault his work in any way a pleasure to do business with in any capacity. He knows his trade"...

5-"I am very pleased with the service and the courtesy from Mr McCarthy. I can recommend him" 7-"Very good - on time and less than budget" ...

These are just a few of the hundreds of positive recommendations that Chris has received over the years – So Why take chances!

Garage Services. Ctra de Beniofar-San Miguel de Salinas, Finca Garroferos-Nave13, Algorfa 03169 (Just across the road from Greenlands Sports Complex).

Contact Chris on (0034) 634 048 339 and have your car repaired by a reliable, expert and time served mechanic. See main Garage Services ad on page 3.

ADVERTISING HOTLINE

637 227 385

LEADER

Cost of ‘spending a penny’ The ordinance for the use and enjoyment of the beaches of San Pedro del Pinatar, which was approved by the Municipal Council on Tuesday, will sanction minor violations including nudity and urinating on the beach while the sailing of vessels within 200 metres of the shore was deemed a serious infringement The council also said that it had outlawed the presence of animals on the beach at any time of the year and the practice of ball or similar games that would annoy other users.

The Ordinance includes as very serious violations the dumping or deposit of materials that may contaminate or cause accidents and the installation of features that do not have the required license Minor infractions will be sanctioned with fines of up to 750 euros; Serious abuses with fines that can reach up to 1,500 euros, and the very serious ones, up to 3,000 Lo Pagan beach euros.

The Ordinance states that the objective remains unchanged which is "to combine the criteria of safety and the protection of health of the users together with its conservation, ecological balance and the development of tourism that results in a sustainable socioeconomic use."

LEADER

ADVERTISING HOTLINE

637 227 385

Monday 10th - Sunday 16th July, 2017

www.theleader.info

11

12

www.theleader.info

Monday 10th - Sunday 16th July, 2017

ADVERTISING HOTLINE

637 227 385

D LY NEW RBISHE U REF

S

D L O

LEADER

LEADER

ADVERTISING HOTLINE

637 227 385

Monday 10th - Sunday 16th July, 2017

www.theleader.info

13

14

Monday 10th - Sunday 16th July, 2017

www.theleader.info

ADVERTISING HOTLINE

637 227 385

LEADER

QUICKIE CROSSWORD

CRYPTIC CROSSWORD

LAST WEEK’S ANSWERS QUICK ACROSS: 7 Dishonourable; 8 Sediment; 9 Type; 10 Silent; 12 Bleach; 14 Tender; 16 Enmity; 18 Noon;

20

Strength;

22

Determination.

DOWN: 1 Lifelike; 2 Thrive; 3 Once; 4 Suitable; 5 Cattle; 6 Slip; 11 Tiresome; 13 Citation; 15 Donkey; 17 Minute; 19 Over; 21 Rung.

CRYPTIC CRYPTIC ACROSS: 7 Seven-year itch; 8 Educated; 9 Noel; 10 Rinsed; 12 Nicest; 14 Agenda; 16 Lascar; 18 Edit; 20 Lent lily; 22 Driven to drink.

DOWN: 1 Needling; 2 Reacts; 3 Eyot; 4 Cardinal; 5 Picnic; 6 Acme; 11 Deadline; 13 Starling; 15 Native; 17 Salary; 19 Dark; 21 Noon.

ACROSS 6.

Dose (7)

7.

Massage (5)

9.

Pull (3)

10.

Harmless (9)

12.

Indecency (11)

15.

Summarise (11)

17.

Infection (9)

19.

Mine (3)

21.

Fragment (5)

22.

Unlawful (7)

DOWN 1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

8.

11.

13.

14.

16.

18.

20.

Sag (5) Sever (3) Slender (4) Enrage (9) Aptitude (7) Force (6) Unbiased (9) Yield (6) Bill (7) Figure (5) Leer (4) Seed (3)

L EA D E R T R I V I A Q U I Z

Mean to hold fifty in wretched state (7)

7.

See 3 Dn.

9.

See 2 Dn.

10. Put back in office to control the country (9) 12. Twofold mistake counting against one in court (6,5) 15. Lady luck (4,7) 17. Maid known to upset females in general (9) 19. See 20 Dn. 21. Heather and I will be in the medley race (5) 22. Difficult circumstances affect artists (7)

SUDOKU CHALLENGE

Solution on Page 22

River. d. Good Bye Yellow Brick Road. e.

Don't Eat The Yellow Snow. 11. Camel meat. 12. Jesse Owens. 13. The Who. (the band 'The Who'). 14. a. Slim Pickens. b.

Dean Martin. c. Sean Bean. d. Jimmy Stewart. e. Jimmy Stewart. f. Dennis Quaid. 15. UEFA European Football Championship. (the 'EURO' championship). 16. a. The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand. b. Charles

6.

Detours' and 'The High Numbers'?

14. Which actor played the pilot in each of the following films? a. Dr. Strangelove. b. Airport (the original). c. Flightplan. d. The Spirit Of St Louis. e. The Flight Of The Phoenix (1965). f. The Flight Of The Phoenix (2004) 15. In which football competition do teams play for the 'Henri Delaunay Trophy'?

16. Which events made headlines around the world on the following dates? a. 28th June 1914. b. 21st May 1927. c. 12th April 1961. d. 26th April 1986 17. Legend has it that the body of Alexander the Great was preserved in which liquid?

18. In the Sinead O'Conner/Prince song 'Nothing Compares 2 U', how long has it been "since you took your love away"?

19. 'Chicago Pile No. 1' was the first what in the world in 1942?

20. In film, Admiral Sir Miles Messervy is better known as what?

21. Who was the Archbishop of Canterbury at the outbreak of World War II? 22. Which law states that "The force needed to compress a spring by some distance is proportional to that distance"?

23. Which country was previously known as East Pakistan?

24. Which breed of dog has a name that translates from German as "Badger Dog"?

25. What are the THREE weapon categories that are used within competitive fencing?

1. Dom Perignon. 2. The Italian 'Pannetone'. 3. Nucleus. 4. Cadillac. 5.

Cricket ball (155.9-163g), Baseball (142149g), Tennis ball (56-59.4g), Golf ball (45.93g). 6. Tom Stoppard. 7. Olives. (different kinds of olives). 8. Monaco. (after the official wedding, Prince Rainier III banned the screening of her films in Monaco). 9. Pravda. 10. a. Yellow Submarine. b. Mellow Yellow. c. Yellow

ACROSS

1. Which Benedictine Monk made important contributions to the art of making Champagne?

2. What kind of loaf is literally 'Toni's bread'?

DOWN 3. Which focal scientific word stems from the 1. Fruit from the linden trees (5) Latin for 'little nut'?

2 & 9Ac. Telegraphists are essential operatives (3,3) 4. What is both a French wine region and a lux3 & 7Ac. Bert Lee disturbed when getting up the ship’s flag ury American automobile?

(4,5) 5. Put the following in the correct order starting 4. The others about to teach self-control (9) with the heaviest: a golf ball, a baseball, a crick5. How the irritable examinee behaves (7) et ball and a tennis ball 8. Order supplies in the depression (6) 6. Which British playwright wrote "Rosencrantz 11. One-sided tennis game leads to genuine romance (4-5) and Guildenstern are Dead"?

7. Kalamata, Nyons, Lugano, Empeltre, Nicoise 13. Birds near the head of babbling streams (6) and Manzanilla are all tasty examples of what?

14. Relishes thrifty types, we hear (7) 8. In which country were Grace Kelly films 16. They entertain the crowds (5) banned after April 18, 1956?

18. Message from school sent back (4) 9. The name of which famous newspaper means 20 & 19Ac. Unfortunate destiny for the ne’er-do-well (3,3) both 'truth' and 'justice' when translated?

10. The following words are from songs with the word 'yellow' in the song title. Can you name the song? a. As we live a life of ease. b. Electrical banana is gonna be a sudden craze. c. So long boy you can take my place got my papers I've got my pay. d. Mongrels who ain't got a penny, Sniffing for tidbits like you on the ground. e.

Dreamed I was an Eskimo CAN YOU MASTER THE 11. Due to the large number of immigrants from SUDOKU CHALLENGE? Somalia found in Minneapolis, Minnesota, what Fill in the grid so that is one of Australia's largest exports to this part of every row, every column, and every 3x3 box conthe USA? tains the digits 1 to 9.

12. Which American broke 3 track and field world records and tied a fourth within 45 minutes on May 25, 1935?

QUIZ ANSWERS 13. Who have been previously named 'The Lindbergh flies solo across the Atlantic. c. Juri Gagarin is the first man in space. d.

Nuclear disaster in Chernobyl. 17. Honey.

18. "It's been 7 hours and 15 days". 19.

Nuclear reactor (man-made reactor). 20.

'M' (in Bond films). 21. Cosmo Gordon Lang. 22. Hooke's Law. 23. Bangladesh.

24. Dachshund. 25. Foil, Sabre and Epee.

LEADER

ADVERTISING HOTLINE

637 227 385

Monday 10th - Sunday 16th July, 2017

‘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.

El Hierro, Sailors and the Virgin

I

will shortly be making another visit to one of my favourite Canary Islands, the Island of El Hierro. Despite being the smallest of the islands in physical size, it is an island crammed with natural wonders, such as sea cliffs, lush forests and volcanic features to admire. Each of the Canary Islands is different, and El Hierro has become particularly special, and famous in environmental circles, due to its imaginative efforts in making the island self-sufficient from oil, relying upon water and wind power, of which it has plenty, to generate the electricity that the island needs.

Electric cars, complete with charging points, and free Wi-Fi across the island are both modern technological factors that add to the special appeal of this island, which is in sharp contrast to the ruggedness and remoteness of an island that appears almost untouched by tourism.

Occasional volcanic eruptions can be a slight disincentive for some tourists, although I suspect that this will change rapidly following the introduction of a 75 per cent travel discount for all residents of the Canary Islands. Inter-island travel is usually quite expensive, and discounted travel is a wise initiative from the Canary Islands Government, which should assist both communication and tourism.

www.theleader.info

15

By Bar rie Mahoney

The Descent of the Virgin of the Kings (Bajada de la Virgen de Los Reyes) is celebrated on the first Saturday of July every four years.

The procession carries the statue of the Virgin from its hermitage to the island’s capital, Valverde, a journey of around 29 kilometres. La Bajada is an extraordinary procession, accompanied by dancers dressed in traditional white and red dresses, wearing multi coloured hats, and accompanied by the sounds of many castanets and drums.

The whole island joins in the celebrations, which begins at the Hermitage of the Kings, at the west of the island, followed by lunch at ‘The Cross of the Kings’, arriving in Valverde during the evening.

Celebrations take place during the entire month of July, with the statue of the Virgin visiting the most important towns and centres on the island, until the first Saturday of August, when it is returned to the hermitage. La Bajada is based upon a fascinating story that has become the focal point of the fiesta.

In 1546, a ship passed along the coast of El Hierro destined for the Americas. However, the ship could not leave the Sea of Calm due to a lack of wind, so the ship was forced to sail in a circle for several days.

Finally, on January 6 the food on board had run out and the sailors were forced to ask the islanders of El Hierro for food. Shepherds willingly gave the sailors the supplies for the harsh journey ahead, and without accepting payment.

In return and in thanksgiving, the sailors gave the shepherds the only item of value that they kept on the ship, which was an image of the Virgin Mary.

From this moment onwards, a gentle breeze began to blow in the Sea of Calm and the ship could recommence its journey. The shepherds carefully guarded the Virgin in honour of the day that the sailors arrived on the island. The carving was placed in a cave where she was venerated and offered gifts. The Virgin became the protector and patroness of the whole island.

It has occurred to me that having a celebration of this kind every four years is a rather good idea, and wonder if a similar pattern should be implemented for many other fiestas that seem to come

around rather too quickly for me to catch up? Imagine Christmas, Easter, Halloween and the entire collection of fiestas taking place every four years; it would give us all much more time to catch our breath, as well as to save up for the big event. However, I guess that the Church and commercial interests, such as shops and manufacturers and children, would not be too keen. Maybe it is not such a good idea after all.

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

16

www.theleader.info

Car and Vehicle Sales The Car of the Month at Automoviles Crespo is a 2016 Ford Mustang GT which is on Special Offer priced at just 45,900 euro. Come along to our showroom in Elche and see our vast range of used cars or call 96 666 22 60 for all our latest offers.

The biggest and best for price, choice and quality. (69148)

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.

Age Concern Costa Blanca Sur is here to help you. Our aim is to assist with problem solving for the over 50’s and promote their well-being. Have you had experience in the press or advertising?

If so Age Concern are in need of

a Publicity Manager to help us with our Press and Radio notifications We also need volunteer Drivers and to join our Residential Home Visiting Team. You will visit people who live in a Residential Home, and take them out for a coffee either in a wheelchair or walking. If you think you can help Age Concern in this respect call into our centre at C/Paganini s/n, Urb. La Siesta 03184 Torrevieja or ring 966 786 887.

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

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

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

Monday 10th - Sunday 16th July, 2017

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.

(Volunteer positions are unpaid but expenses can be claimed). www.samaritansinspain.com Email: janeatsams@outlook.com

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.

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

Personal Torrevieja. Shirley - the best massage. Tanned, young Brazilian beauty! Stunning figure, great breasts. I welcome you alone in sexy lingerie. By appointment please.655 677 738 MALE/FEMALE Viagra, cialis, kamagra available mail order viagra4you19@gmail.com 603255411

Items For Sale Why not use the power of the Leader to sell your unwanted goods or to advertise your business. Classified advertising is available on these pages from just 6 euro per entry. Email office@theleader.info

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.

Fitted wardrobes in all bedrooms, main bedroom having walk in wardrobe. Euro 79,995 Ref: 000075. Tel 617 537 866 Detached Villa Torremendo - A fantastic 2 bed countryside home on a 5000sqm plot. Constructed

ADVERTISING HOTLINE

637 227 385

from wood and in perfect condition with countryside and lake views. All modern services, connected to electricity, water, mains sewerage. Also a separate selfcontained cabin. Euro 149,995 Ref: 000074. Tel 617 537 866 This three bedroom, two bathroom mid-terrace townhouse is within walking distance of the lively La Fuente Commercial Centre with its fabulous selection of bars and restaurants. It is also close to supermarkets and just a short drive to beautiful, award-winning Blue Flag sandy beaches.

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

LEADER

swimming pool. Fully Furnished.

Private Garden. Kennels and a 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

LEADER

ADVERTISING HOTLINE

637 227 385

Monday 10th - Sunday 16th July, 2017

www.theleader.info

17

18

Monday 10th - Sunday 16th July, 2017

www.theleader.info

Vistabella Bowls Club

SOUTH ALICANTE SUMMER TRIPLES RESULTS AND TABLES / WEEK 11 - 7 July SPITFIRE DIVISION La Siesta Wasps 109 (8) Quesada Blenheims 129 (10) San Miguel Moors 86 (2) San Luis Wellingtons Bye

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

P 11 11 11 11 12 11 11

San Miguel Christians 102 (6) Emerald Isle Victors 96 (4) Vistabella Fairways 120 (12)

W 41 40 35 32 26 22 23

D 5 2 6 3 6 5 3

L 20 24 25 31 40 39 40

O/W 9 9 6.5 6.5 2 4 2

Diff 263 168 102 37 -116 -191 -263

Pts 105 100 89 80 62 57 53

GREENLANDS BOWLS CLUB Greenlands bowls club has vacancies for members. If you are looking to play in the Winter Leagues, (Winter league, SABA and Southern) then consider joining this friendly club with arguably the best carpet on the Costa.

We are looking to consolidate our squads, don't listen to rumours. Contact Hayley at the club or give Chris (President) a ring on 698 418 987 for details, and get it from the horse’s mouth.

Emerald Isle Bowls Club by Elwyn Morris The victors travelled to Quesada Blenheims and were beaten 4-10 with an aggregate of 96-129. The winners were C Thomas, J Pooley, C Lindgren 25-12, M Highland, B Kavanagh D Birkett 23-20 We are still doing SAPS on Sat Mornings at 9-30amso come along if you can bowl or not. We supply shoes and bowls and tuition

San Luis Bowls Club

By Lynne Bishop Well done to the Fairways this week, their penultimate game was away to the San Miguel Moors where they won on five rinks, they couldn't have expected a better result than that.

Winning rinks were Eve Blythe, Tony French & Bill Pain 27-13.

Lynne Bishop, Barbara Brown & Ian Kenyon 22-12. Olwyn Ratcliffe, Jenny Bowman & Arthur Brown 20-13. Stuart Allman, StJohn Broadhurst & Brian Dunn 19-13. Beryl Regan, Dane Howard & Maggie Furness 17-12. Shots, VB 120(12) -86(2) SM. Everything to play for next week, lets make the last game a really good one...no reason why not...Watch this space!

Sponsored by Venture fleet, Rivingtons Restaurant, One-way services & TV Choice.

La Marina Report by Barry Latham Our first floodlit game of the year so many thanks to Dave Hadaway who organised the very pleasant evening free from mosquitos. Some close old games followed with Tricia Elliot, Reg Jackson and Mo Kidd winning 15-14 followed by Irene Jones, Roger Stacey and Terry Perchard scraping through on the last end 15-13 and by the same amount Margaret Sadler, Carol Smith and Alex Whyte won 1917.

Then came Hilary Cronk, Kathy Manning and Bill Jones winning 15-10. Second were Hazel Towers, Mick Lowe and Barry Sadler who won 26-12. And the Winners were quite easily Janet Parsons, Jean Perchard and Cliff Rawlinson winning 31-5. Haven’t a clue what they won but the main thing was that everyone enjoyed the evening.

On Monday came the last but one Men’s Pairs League with our four playing Greenlands DW. Peter Parsons and Tom Spencer played away (Don’t tell their wives) and won 22-6 while Dave Taylor and Dave Hadaway were at home winning 23-8. Well done to both pairs on picking up five points.

Can all members please read the Club Notice at the bottom the first lot of steps and then go to the Clubhouse, read the other notices and then fill the form in correctly, don’t do it for other people.

La Siesta Bowls Club by Rod Edgerton

by Sheila Cammack

A very quiet week, with the final match played last week in the VCLeague, SL Falcons, after a wobbly season, ended up 4th in the A division, not brilliant but safe and we’ll just have to work harder next year!

Friday 7th, South Alicante Spitfire Division: SL Wellingtons BYE. Currently we’re in 3rd place with our last match next week against Quesada Blenheims, who are currently in 2nd place, 1 point ahead of us.

San Luis Open Summer Rinks, is running on Tuesday evenings 6:00/6:30 from 20th June- 1st August. After the first 3 weeks the top 3 teams on 4 points are: “Dribs & Drabs” (+20 shots), “San Luis Blues” (+18 shots), “The Laties” (+7 shots).

We are also participating in the “egg cup challenge” - 4 matches of 6 trips home & away v our close neighbours La Siesta, The 1st match ended 3-3, and this week’s match on Monday 3rd also ended 3-3 - that’s 2 down and 2 to go!!

SAN LUIS WELCOMES NEW MEMBERS: Whereas some clubs may be considering reducing their entries for the coming winter season, San Luis Bowls Club is going back to 4 for the South Alicante league on a Monday and 4 for the Southern league on a Friday.

Being a competitive club does not mean that there is not room for everyone in ALL divisions to get at least one game a week. We will have 1 in Div A, 1 in Div B and 2 in Div C and it is as much the latter where we welcome players - either those who have played in the leagues and want to continue, or those who are now ready to test the water and get involved and above all enjoy the game.

Your commitment to joining San Luis BC would be needed BY 1st August with membership from 1st September. However by joining in July there would be no charge for August when bowling at San Luis.

For further information please contact the Club Captain - June Jones 966 188 920 or 691 903 773.

You can also check out our web: www.sanluisbowls.byethost7.com I’m sorry to report that one of our long standing members Ciro Carannante, sadly passed away on Friday morning in UK. Our thoughts & prayers go to Kath and family, he will be missed by all his bowling friends here.

This week’s report contains details of matches played over the last three weeks together with a report on this Friday’s penultimate match for the Wasps in the Spitfire Division against San Miguel.

ADVERTISING HOTLINE

637 227 385

LEADER

Carp-R-Us match report.

Round eight of the Summer Series was moved to the El Bosquet complex as we still can’t access the match stretch in Murcia.

Unusually for early July we started setting up in light rain, but this soon passed. Using the less favoured pegs 17 – 30 we knew it might be a bit of a struggle, and so it proved with Alan Smith winning with only 9.02 kg. Second was Steve Collins with 8.14 kg, third was Mark Foden with 7.02 kg and fourth was Keven Mortimer with 6.76 kg.

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

San Miguel Golf Society at La Finca. July 5th.

Its been a while since the society has been to La Finca and 35 members and 4 guests made it this time around.

A perfect day weather wise found the course in good condition apart from the greens, a rather major part of events, which had been sanded and fertilised with quite a bit still remaining after brushing.

This meant they were slow and not very responsive to the break. The relatively long set-up of the course once again favoured lower handicappers, scoring in that category outdoing the vast majority of members in the other two. Tony Sims, Steve Higgins and Brian Mulligan all broke par, with the latter pair both scoring very good 39’s.

The day’s stableford competition results, by category and in reverse order, were the following: Bronze Category: 4th Kyree Skarsmoen (26 on CB), 3rd Norman Padmore (28), 2nd Neil Sheldon (31), and 1st Chris Hamblett with 33 points.

Silver Category: 4th Dave Blackburn (31), 3rd Linda Cain (32), 2nd Frank Stanhope (35), and 1st Brian Mulligan with 39 points Gold Category: 4th Jamie Rorison (36 on CB), 3rd Norman Cahill (36 on CB), 2nd Tony Sims (37), and 1st, Steve Higgins with 39 points.

Nearest the pins on the par 3’s (open to all) went to Jamie Rorison (hole 3), Gary Hill (6), John Sorenson (13) and Noel Bannon (16).

The Abacus was won by Wenche Westburg.

The Best Guest prize went to Gary Hill (28)

In the VCL League La Siesta entertained Montemar Lords and it was the visitors who won the day by a close 104 shots to 99 with the points going to the visitors by 11 points to 3.Highlights for La Siesta were the Triples team of Barbara Cooper, Trish Reilly and Dave Laverick who managed a 14-14 draw whilst our Rinks team of Joy and Brian Gardiner with Pat Moore and skip Jean Cooper had a convincing 23-8 win.

Recently in the Spitfire Divisions the Wasps were shot down on their visit to Vistabella the solitary point came from the Triple of Joy Gardiner with Bill and Sue Jordan who managed a 16-16 scoreline by picking up 4 shots on the final end.The overall match shots being 68 to La Siesta and 145 to Vistabella.

However this Friday the Wasps bounced back to form at home to San Miguel Christians winning by 109 shots to 102 picking up 8 points to their opponents 6. Dave Davies with Florence and MikeEdwards lead the way with a superb win 21 - 12 win leading from start to finish. Dawn Taylor, Norman Adcroft and John Taylor had another great result winning 25 - 17, the ends being level pegging at halfway but by winning the the next 5 ends picking up two 4s along the way the pulled away to victory.

Joy Gardiner wth, Bill and Sue Joranwere were 10 shots down on the 9th, and then picked up 14 shots on the last 8 ends to win 17 15.Sheila Chorley, Patrick Reilly and John Ball and Ramsay Sinclair, Irene Mangan and Alex Mrrice both only lost by a couple of shots.

The Hornets travelled to top of the Table Horadada Hawks in the Harrier Divisionand finished up their league campaign with an 11-3 defeat by 101 shots to 86. The winning rink being Joe Kocsis,Sue Mahomet and Rab Logan by 22 shots to 12 whilst Sheila Millward,Tony Campbell and Pat Reilly secured a 15-15 draw.

This campaign has been an encouraging sign of improvement with the Hornets still having a chance of winning the League until this final fixture an d eventually narrowly missing out as runners up.

Well done to John Clarke and his fellow team members for doing so well, and gives optimism for results when the winter season begins.

Our thanks go to the staff at La Finca 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 Captain Theo Boelhouwer a call on 694494824 to find out more about the society and its weekly golf get-togethers. Next week we will be at Alicante.

LEADER

ADVERTISING HOTLINE

637 227 385

Monday 10th - Sunday 16th July, 2017

www.theleader.info

19

20

Monday 10th - Sunday 16th July, 2017

www.theleader.info

Debbie thanks her supporters at Eurogolf

I would like to start by saying after being a member of Eurogolf for over 20 years its been truly an honour to be your captain this season. I would also like to thank the committee for all their hard work and great support during my captaincy including Clive Horne who stepped up to the plate to be match secretary when we were left at the last minute with a vacancy.

Its been a great season for Eurogolf with lots of new members and its my pleasure to welcome them into our society and wish them all well. I know most of them are enjoying the social side of Eurogolf as well as the golf.

As captain Ive had a good year with not too many problems.The Captains Ball, captains day and the presentation evening were all well supported and I thank all who attended for that. A few games didn't go quite according to plan but

hopefully lessons have been learned and the same mistakes wont be made again.

The Captains bunker was a great success and most members took it in the spirit it was meant to be, a bit of fun whilst raising money for charity. It was very amusing how members liked to snitch on their playing partners. The total raised was €553 from the bunker fund and overall €2401 which was handed over to the counsellor for social services Rojales who said she was going to use the money to help the elderly people of Rojales with wheelchairs and motability scooters.

Last year when I was looking for a Vice Captain it proved very difficult to get someone to accept the position, as Fred now knows himself. Im not talking out of turn, as Fred knows this but with just a few weeks to go to the end of last season I was fortunately drawn to play with Fred and he agreed to be my vice captain.

I was over the moon even though I hardly knew him. But 12 months on and having played with him every week I've got to know him really well and with his many years of golf experience I've no doubt he will be a super Captain. I wish him and his new committee every success for next season and I look forward to being the President.

Before I finish I would like to pay tribute to a committee member who has for many years worked really hard for Eurogolf. A lot of members I'm sure don't realise how much work goes on behind the scenes so it gives me great pleasure to present Sue Gillett with a bouquet of flowers from the members as a show of appreciation for everything she has done for Eurogolf.

Costa Blanca Green Fee Svcs.

Here on the Costa’s golf is one of the biggest leisure time activities for both tourists and resident alike and Mike Probert of Costa Blanca Green Fee Services is able to provide to our golfing readers affordable golf without the need to join a club or apply for a card but simply contact the number below to have instant access to discounted golf prices, many of which are exclusive to us.

The deals shown in the table are some of the best currently available.

Golf Course Alenda Alicante Altorreal Bonalba Don Cayo (Altea) El Plantio Font Del Llop La Finca La Marquesa La Serena Las Colinas Las Ramblas Lo Romero New Sierra Golf Roda Villamartin Villaitana Levante Vistabella

Price €104 €82 €86 €90 €94 €112 €80 €110 €38 €92 €136 €94 €176 €70 €85 €102 €90 €62

Comments 2 Players and Buggy 2 Green Fees and Buggy (after 12pm) 2 Players and Buggy 2 Players and Buggy 2 Players and Buggy 2 Players and Buggy (after 12pm) 2 Players and Buggy 2 Players and Buggy Single Green Fee 2 Players and Buggy 2 Players and Buggy 2 Players and Buggy 4 Players and 2 buggies 2 Green Fees and Buggy 2 Players and Buggy (after 1pm) 2 Players and Buggy 2 Green Fees and Buggy 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

ADVERTISING HOTLINE

637 227 385

LEADER

A N N E M c G R AT H P E R P E T UA L MEMORIAL GOLF TOU RNAM E NT This recent tournament, which is administered by Bull Flanagan Golf Society, is an open tournament and was held at the popular Vistabella Golf Course.

28 players registered for the event and all the income raised on the day, which is expected to be over 2000 euros, is passed on to the Oncology Department at Torrevieja Hospital to assist their daily task in dealing with patients who are suffering from cancer.

Lots of prizes were on offer and restrictions are in place to prevent all the prizes going to a few players.

A special prize of 100 euro was on offer for any player who could manage to get an hole in one on the par 3 hole 8.

All of the prizes were allocated to the appropriate

players, too numerous to list them all, however in the main event the Trophy was won by Ian Allison with 39 points and in second place with 37 points was Bill Fantom.

After the tournament players returned to the Bull Flanagan for drinks and a meal of their individual choice.

The presentations were made after the meal and Mick McGrath thanked all sponsors including Vistabella Golf course.

All the donations form sponsors were really appreciated and it was hoped that all in attendance had a most enjoyable day out. Thank you all.

San Javier Golf Society Stableford Qualifier San Javier Golf Society "Individual Stableford Qualifier" We always love playing at Lo Romero, one of our favourite courses and it did not disappoint, being (as always) in immaculate condition.

The weather was very hot and therefore all but four of our members used buggies.

There was some good scoring throughout both divisions, most notably by Daz Hancock, who shot a 4 over gross! The winners on the day were: Division 1: First was Daz Hancock with 38 points, Second Barry Beale with 37, Third - Paul Newman with 37 and Fourth - Paul Matthews with 34 points. In Division 2 the ladies had a field day!

First was Jo Murphy with 36 points, Second - Sandra Twentyman with 35, Third - Christine Flanagan with 34 and Fourth at last was a man, Ty Williams with 34 points. Nearest the pins were won by Paul Newman, David Archer, Paul Hamlin, Bob Gallard, Shaun Devine and Bob Eaton. The gross 2 (for 50 euros) was won by Daz Hancock.

Our next game is a team "Dusty Bin" competition at La Serena, teeing off at 9:10am on Wednesday 19th July. Full details will be emailed to all members.

Payday will be on Saturday 15th July, between 11am and 12 in the bar area at La Serena Golf Clubhouse, Los Alcázares.

For further information on our society, to play as a guest, or to join, please phone Barry Beale on +34 649 245 889 or look at our website at www.sanjaviergolfsociety.co.uk and Facebook page at www.facebook.com/sanjaviergolfsociety Attached is a photo of the winners on the day L to R: Paul Matthews, Barry Beale, Sandra Twentyman, Jo Murphy, Christine Flanagan, Ty Williams and Daz Hancock.

BRITISH LEGION CHARITY EVENT – Vistabella 21st September The Royal British Legion hold a charity golf day each year and last year raised in excess of €3000 for the British Legion and Help 4 Heroes.

This year’s event will take place at Vistabella on Thursday 21st September 2017 which the LEADER are delighted to again support.

There will be 2 x shotgun starts in the day at 8.15am and at 2.15pm.

The competition will be in aid of the British Legion and the On Course Foundation which is a new charity that supports the rehabilitation of injured service personnel through golf and could involve getting them playing or finding work in the golf industry so again worthwhile causes.

This will be a 4 man team event with all four stableford scores to count.

There will be various prizes on the day along with the customary raffle and auction of green fee vouchers and competitors can book a baguette and chips for only €5 at the time of making the entry.

The price for the day is €48 each person (with a shared buggy) or €43 walking and these prices includes a raffle and a significant charitable donation and there will

be an optional 2’s sweep for €2. Spaces are limited to 60 players in each shotgun start and these places are already filling quickly.

Don’t worry if you are only a pair because the organisers will pair you up with other players to make a team.

To enter call Mick the Grip on 638 859 475 or Mick Gossage on 697 127 364

LEADER

ADVERTISING HOTLINE

637 227 385

Monday 10th - Sunday 16th July, 2017

www.theleader.info

21

22

Monday 10th - Sunday 16th July, 2017

www.theleader.info

Coventry City next up at Arena French Second division club Valenciennes gained a narrow 2-1 victory over Scotland’s Ross County at the Pinatar Arena on Friday in the first of what is going to be a long list of top flight pre season friendlies, the vast majority of which will offer free attendance.

County went in front on the 35th minute by Alex Schalk only to be pegged back with goals from Lebo Mothiba and Ndao. This was a first win for their new Bosnian manager Hadzibegic.

Next up for Valenciennes on Tuesday will be Mark Robins’ Coventry City side, who have brought across a squad that includes all nine of City’s summer signings as well as prolific Under-18s striker Jordan Ponticelli. The match kicks off at 7pm Coventry City are based at Campoamor until 15 July.

ADVERTISING HOTLINE

637 227 385

LEADER

La Marina Golf Society SUMMER CUP The first of 4 rounds to decide the winner of the summer cup took place at Vistabella golf on Thursday. In quite oppressive weather conditions, most people achieved good scores although round of the day went to modest " i've got no chance" Pete Wootton on the day of his wedding anniversary, with a score of 42 points, eclipsing even the 39 points of consistent high scorer Gerry McCabe.

Gold division winner was john Brastock with a comparatively measly 34 points, beating Alan Craig on countback, something that Alan has had to suffer a few times recently.

Winners of nearest the pins were Barry Thorogood twice and Garry Garbett.

Our next meeting is at Roda golf on July 20th , 0928 start at a cost of 40 euros. List is on the board as usual or contact Alan Craig on a100ac@yahoo.co.uk or 634 347 788.

T.M.G.S @ Campoamor Golf - 5 July 40 members and guests teed it up at what has become a firm favourite of our members and when you read the results you’ll see why. The scores were un believable.

The course was presented in immaculate condition and continues to improve. The lower handicappers seemed to have more success. In the bronze category it needed 36 points from Alex Goslan to take 3rd place, Andy Skinner took 2nd with 39 points and a massive 43 points from Irishman Robbie Ray secured 1st place.

Again in the Silver category the scores were exceptional, John Hettrick secured 3rd place with 37 points Lars Jernberg must have thought that he had done enough to win but his 43 points could only take 2nd place with Yorkshireman Mick Kennedy topping this category with 44 points. Gold category saw a little more civilised scoring with 4 players on 33

points, 3rd went to Carstan Landaas on handicap, 2nd was taken by Kenny Winton again only lower handicap but 1st place went to Captain John Eyre with 38 points. Best guest was B. Albin with 37 points. The €29 contained in the 2’s pot was taken by Joe Dean on hole 17.

N.T.P.’s hole 4 J. Masson, hole 6 R. Nilsen, hole 10 M. Kennedy, hole 15 NADA, hole 17 J. Dean. Photo: Gold category winners. Our Anniversary Competition will be held at La Marquesa this year on the 9/8/17 where after the competition the committee invite the members to a full 3 course lunch in the clubhouse, which should make it a full house! If you would like to know more about us information can be found at www.tmgs.org or www.facebook/TMGSGOLF @TMGSGOLF or simply call the secretary on 661 524 101

ALFIES GOLF SOCIETY - SPONSORS TROPHY Lo Romero - Thursday, 29th June 2017 30 members and guests from Alfie's GS travelled to Lo Romero GC for the Sponsors Trophy and June meeting of Alfie’s Golf Society on what was a very warm sunny day. The course was in very good condition, the greens and fairways were excellent and scoring was notably high for a lot of players.

Winner – Alistair Quin Our winner of the day was Alistair Quin with a storming 46 stableford points.

Second place on countback was Tony Head with 38 stableford points Best Guest was Terry Waters with 35 stableford points Nearest the pin on hole 5 – sponsored by ‘The Auld Dubliner’ went to Mark Atkinson Nearest the pin on hole 10 – sponsored by ‘The Street restaurant ‘went to Mark Atkinson Nearest the pin in 3 on hole 17 – sponsored by ‘The Celtic Drop’ went to Joe Murphy Nearest the Pin On hole 15-sponsored by ’Alfies Bar’ went to Mike Fitzpatrick Many thanks to our sponsors, our committee for their hard work in the background, and to Mike Probert from Costa Blanca Green Fee Services for arranging our day.

To Mike Morris and staff at Alfies Bar for their hospitality and the lovely food. Big Thank you to Sandie Hall for organising the charity raffle and prizes.

Our next meeting of the year is at Hacienda Riquelme on Thursday, 27th July. Guests are more than welcome. First tee time at 9.00 am.

Should you wish to play, please use the entries box on the notice

board at Alfies Bar, La Ronda CC, Lomas de Cabo Roig or contact our match secretary Joe Murphy at matchsecretary.alfiesgolf@gmail.com Shaun Staplehurst - Captain

Las Ramblas Golf Society On Monday we played “Yellow Peril” and the team with what must be a record winning score of 171pts were Hendrick Oldenzeil, Ulrika Barthe, Mike Chapman and Mike Mahony.

Wednesday was Stableford day with reduced numbers due to holiday¨s etc. and the results were: 1st Ken Robertson 38pts, 2nd Mike Chapman 36pts, 3rd Brian Staines 35pts, 4th Terry Cullen 33pts.

2¨s Club Ken Robertson, Olga Douglas and Mike Chapman.

On a dull rainy Friday with the odd thunder storm we played 6, 6, 6 with only 4 teams venturing out the winners with a score of 87pts were Geoff Biggerstaff, John Drakesmith, Bryan Neal and Rachel Lecky.

Mike Mahony

SUDUKO SOLUTION

LEADER

ADVERTISING HOTLINE

637 227 385

Monday 10th - Sunday 16th July, 2017

‘The only way is up’ as Pedreño remains at Torry

P

opular former local bank manager, Antonio

By Steve Pedreño, will be continu- Hibberd ing in his role as Torry team manager for season 2017/18.

He has pledged to do his upmost in securing a quick return to the Tercera division, following a disappointing relegation last season.

It will be the first time since 2005 that the Salinas boys will be plying their trade in Preferente division, Group IV, which will be composed of the following 18 teams: CD Torrevieja, Almoradi (both recently relegated), Jove Espanol, Villajoyosa, Callosa, Elda Industrial, Hercules A, Petrelense, Villena, Redovan, Universidad Alicante, Thader Rojales, Benferri, UD Ilicitana, Albertera (unless they disband), Calpe (switching groups), Monteforte and Pinoso (both promoted from the 1st Regional division).

President Vicente Boix has announced that he fully expects Torry to return to the Vicente Garcia Stadium for the start of next season, and has been working hard to get some new constructions in place.

He has also been talking to a mystery consortium, although details have yet to be revealed, so watch this space! This news comes on the back of a recent fire to the main grandstand, which although local fireman dealt with efficiently, resulted in damage to the press area and the back of the main stand.

www.theleader.info

23

24

ADVERTISING HOTLINE

637 227 385

Monday 10th - Sunday 16th July, 2017

www.theleader.info

LEADER

10% off with this ad