The Leader Newspaper edition 750

No 750 Monday 28th January - Sunday 3rd Febuary, 2019 Tel: 637 227 385

Presidential support for “The lady in Red� he President of the V a l e n c i a n Community, Ximo Puig, travelled to Pilar de la Horadada on Wednesday evening in support of the nomination of Pilar Samper as the socialist candidate for mayor of the municipality.

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Puig said that with Pilar Samper at the helm, the town

has the excellent opportunity to build on the outstanding work carried out by her predecessor, Ignacio Ramos, who is retiring in May, at the end of his current term.

The presentation was carried out in a hall packed with over 300 residents, as well as current and former councillors.

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Monday 28th January - Sunday 3rd February, 2019 Pilar Samper addresses residents in a packed hall last Wednesday evening

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CONTINUED FROM PAGE ONE Samper, candidate for Mayor of Pilar Also in attendance was the regional secretary and autonomous deputy, Manuel Pineda; the joint spokesman of the Socialist Group in the Valencian and Deputy Cortes, Toñi Serna; the director of the presidency of the Generalitat in Alicante, Esteban Vallejo, and the General Director of Cooperation of the Generalitat, Antonia Moreno.

Samper praised the current mayor, Ignacio Ramos, saying" I have admired you since I was a young schoolgirl. You have guided and directed us all. Thankyou for the dedication that you

have given to the town and to its residents in a lifetime of politics. Thankyou also for your trust in me. I am sure that I will not disappoint you.”

She said "I want to be a mayor because I know that I can help the more than 20,000 people in our town, I know I can do it with your help and support."

Puig, who closed the rally, said how the presentation of Pilar Samper as candidate was very exciting, since "she unites people who think that life is better if you have a positive outlook and she especially values cooperation, freedom, equality and the community.”

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Your mouth is the key to good health There is a close relationship between oral health and the general health of an individual. The mouth, like the skin, is an external indicator of our state of health and shows signs and symptoms of what is happening in our body.

However, according to the latest data released by the INE, 726,700 people in Murcia have not visited a dentist for a checkup for a year or more and 135,600 have never been at all. In addition, only half of children brush their teeth every day and less than half of adults, 43% do likewise.

Experts say that Oral health care helps to control diabetes, to prevent cardiovascular and respiratory diseases. In addition, the observation of certain oral traits can reveal kidney problems, anxiety, anorexia, digestive disorders, even an early diagnosis of oral cancer.

The mouth is a complex ecosystem in which a great deal of bacteria is present, which remains balanced when the ecosystem remains healthy. However, any biological imbalance can cause periodontal diseases and even systemic diseases that affect general health.

"To maintain a balance in the oral health system, good oral hygiene is necessary, based on daily brushing and flossing," explains Dr. David Salmerón, director of Salmerón Cambra

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Clínic, a specialist in surgery and implants and an advocate of Dental Safety. He says that "many diseases that affect the body as a whole have their first manifestation in the oral cavity".

The relationship between general health and oral health is bidirectional; people with weak immune systems are more likely to have higher instances of mouth infections. Gastrointestinal, respiratory and vascular diseases can also affect oral health. Some medicines and a lack of certain nutrients also cause problems in our mouth.

It is important to include periodic reviews of our mouth in our health care habits, in a preventive way and as part of the care of our health in general. It is advisable to go to the dentist every 6 months, also a good practice for health and for the pocket, since prevention and early detection will avoid many treatments and will allow us to maintain our teeth much longer.

However, despite the scientific recommendations, going to the dentist on a regular basis is not a habit that is very well established in Spain. According to a 2016 study from the University of Murcia, 77.4% of women never visit a dentist unless they have a problem, compared to 52.8% of men. The main reason for not going on a regular basis, is the price.

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The Orihuela Costa Local Police have five new defibrillators thanks to the efforts of the Costa Blanca People and two organisations, Help at home Charity Costa Blanca and Help Vega Baja. One will each be kept in the five Local Police Patrol Cars thereby allowing the officers to response to medical emergency situations whilst patrolling the Coast.

The officers are receiving training in the equipment’s use by instructors from Cruz Roja.

The Councillor for Security, Mariola Rocamora, was presented with the defibrillators on Wednesday by Carmen Pérez and Mireille

Toddington. She said “This donation really symbolises the solidarity that these organisations have with our municipality."

Rocamora added “They committed themselves to the project almost a year ago, announcing they were going to raise the funds to make this contribution and they have done so."

From this moment, the Local Police officers on the coast will have these 5 defibrillators so that, in the case of an emergency, where such assistance is required, they can give an immediate response and hopefully save lives.

The 5 defibrillators add to those that are already installed in the municipal

buildings and at the sports facilities in the area. "Because we are now much better prepared and we have more equipment, the better the response we can now provide to Orihuela residents," said the Councillor.

The campaign was supported by Help Vega Baja, which donated 1,500€, purchasing one of the defibs, a spare battery and extra pads as well as paying for part of the training for the police officers.

allow them to buy another defib.

Costa Blanca People raised money at the 2018 Culinary Awards through a charity donation competition and Money Corp rounded the figure up to

The rest of the money to buy the additional equipment and training was raised by Help at Home Costa Blanca, in fact a staggering 11,000

euros was collected by the charity, and so an extra defib (six in total) will now be given to the Cruz Roja for its new ambulance that will operate across the Vega Baja.

Luengo calls for exceptional measures following airport closure As the excitement surrounding the opening of the Murcia International Airport begins to fade and people, businesses and politicians turn their attention to the practicalities of life in the region without San Javier airport, depriving the town of one of its most important sources of economic activity, the mayor of the municipality is demanding that the government takes "exceptional" measures to redress the regional loss.

At a press conference held on Monday, the mayor of San Javier, José Miguel Luengo , said that "There is no example in this country whereby an airport has been closed on one day and another has been opened in the adjoining municipality the very next day," however he is hopeful that negotiations will soon be reopened to bring "the best flying museum in Europe to the region", with the arrival of the Infante de Orleans Foundation and its collection of 44 historic aircraft, “some of them absolutely unique in the world”.

He said that “our sadness will make us more competitive, despite the harmful effects of the airport closure” and that the museum will be a good future option which will undoubtedly complement the Eagle Patrol Display team and the General Air Academy.

Accompanied by the mayors of San Pedro

del Pinatar, Visitación Martínez , Los Alcázares, Anastasio Bastida and the general director of the Mar Menor, Luengo acknowledged that the transition is not going to be easy, pointing out that the Infante de Orleans Foundation has been in Madrid's Cuatro Vientos airport for over 30 years.

Luengo, who was not at the official opening of the Murcia International Airport said that it was a very sad week for the municipality with the closure of its 50year-old airport, "I do not know San Javier without an airport and I did not want to know it.”

He added that the impact began to be noticed the day after the opening, with little work for taxi drivers and he has called for "exceptional" measures.

He also announced an upcoming meeting with the Ministry of Development, saying that he “will continue to fight for what is justice."

Equity cannot be applied "because there is no example in this country where such a situation has ever happened before" and since it is an "extraordinary" situation, he says that “the Government must be prepared to adopt extraordinary measure to ensure the revitalisation of the economy and the tourism that San Javier has now lost".

Orihuela uses English Bus at International Tourism Fair Orihuela’s councillor for Tourism, Sofía Álvarez, was in Madrid on Tuesday representing the city at the International Tourism Fair held in Madrid (Fitur). She was also accompanied the Mayor, Emilio Bascuñana.

The Edil of Tourism clarified that Orihuela will be one year more at Fitur 2019, "which is already an obligatory appointment, as it is a showcase to the world where each and every one of the tourist destinations that conform the world perspective".

This year much of the effort is focussed on the area’s gastronomy with a map highlighting locations to take note of in the city, the pedenias and on the coast.

"An absolute jewel so that anyone who gets a copy can visit some of the very best attractions of our city," said the councillor.

On Wednesday there was a Presentation of Gastronomic Destinations of the Province of Alicante at the Valencian Community stand and on Thursday there were a number of presentations fea-

turing transportation around the area, spirits and wines, food (especially artichokes), and local vegetables.

There were cookery demonstrations throughout the day involving many oriolan companies and during Thursday evening there was local food tasting aimed specifically at the press and gastronomic critics.

A pioneering initiative will take place on Saturday, that of an English tourist bus liveried with the Orihuela brand driving around the centre of Madrid.

Inside the English bus is a restaurant which will make two stops to carry out food tastings in which passers-by will be invited to sample the delicacies of oriolan cuisine as well as the promotion of Orihuela merchandising.

The councillor said that she wanted to thank all of the cooperating companies that are at the fair "trying to make the name Orihuela bigger so that they the city will become known in every corner of the world".

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Is Caution Always Wise?

Two out of five people shun investment risk at all costs and are at risk of falling into the trap of 'reckless caution', new research by Aegon reveals.

Most prefer the safety of cash earning them less than 1 per cent, although the return on stock market investments is more than 5 per cent a year over the long term The biggest factor affecting attitudes was concern about making a wrong decision, followed by the need to take risk to get good returns, having to keep informed about markets, and recent experiences of losing money.

The Aegon study comes at a time of market turmoil which could turn some people off investing, especially as high volatility is expected around the Brexit date in March.

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Please call 902 123 139 More information on. Linea Directa online at www.lineadirecta com IGNACIO RAMOS, the mayor of Pilar de la Horadada, has taken delivery of six new vehicles, three of them electric for the municipal council.

Three of the vehicles are one hundred percent electric, with zero emission for which the council received a subsidy of 18,000 euros, 20 percent of which is from the Savings and Efficiency in Transportation Program of the Valencian Institute for Business Competitiveness IVACE. The vehicles will be used by the departments of Works and Services, Social Services, Infrastructure and the Local Police for surveillance tasks and other municipal activities.

Ignacio Ramos was keen to highlight the subsidy received following the acquisition of three of the six vehicles, the first electric vehicles in the Pilar council fleet.

The councillor for infrastructure, José Francisco Albaladejo said that it is great news for the city council to have electric vehicles, demonstrating how they are becoming increasingly respectful of the environment.

Other advantages are the zero emissions, a running cost of only one euro per hundred kilometres and reduced maintenance.

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FIRST IMPRESSIONS An unwelcome impression of Almoradí

members from the PP and C’s, has finally decided to act.

Graffiti, dirt, broken glass and abandoned offices, the central bus station, which reflects a dreadful first image of the town.

Broken toilets that have been closed for months in a terminal that was built only 10 years ago at a cost of 2.5 million euros and that the Town Council has yet to formally take over.

With a planned budget of 60,000 euros, according to the mayor María Gómez, tenders have now been received from local companies for the terminal’s refurbishment. “We will remove all of the windows and make them safe” said the mayor. “They are always broken, so replacing the glass is not the thing to do”.

The Almoradí bus station is the first impression that many people get of the municipality as they arrive in the town by public transport. It is not an impression that many want to remember.

There are few walls that are free of unsightly graffiti in an obviously abandoned building, evident by of its lack of cleanliness and any attention. The bus shelters themselves are also broken, as a result of which people have to wait for their transport in the open, regardless of the weather. The building itself is closed and the broken glass demonstrates that the council is unconcerned at it’s dangerous state. The toilets have remain closed and abandoned for months and although the Council has installed a portable toilet the lack of any hygiene is obvious.

Although the Council installed cameras to prevent vandalism, it seems that they are no deterrent whatsoever as the terminal, which is only 10 years old, continues to progressively deteriorate But it seems that at long last the coalition council, made up of

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The mayor has promised that “In 2 or 3 months everything will be repaired.”

"In two or three months everything will be repaired, since all the tender documentation was completed at the end of last year and we are now in an advanced stage of awarding the contract”.

The abandonment of the terminal occurred following the closure of the station cafeteria. Once the refurbishment work has been completed the cafe will be reopened as the mayor expects that there are individuals or companies interested in providing this service.

The Socialists warn of the "worrying image of the municipality created by the state of the bus terminal" and lament that it is "the first impression that a visitor has of the municipality, one of only abandonment and dirt”.

The majority of users of the bus station are students who travel every day to the universities and colleges in Elche and Orihuela.

Local Police on the warpath

A recent police demo outside Santa Pola Town Hall

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Local Police officers from dozens of municipalities are taking action against their town councils, demanding improvements in human and material resources, as they feel increasingly overlooked by their governing bodies, which they say continue to ignore the standards laid down by the Consell.

The Local Police in Apse, which serves more than 20,000 resident, has a total of 36 agents, of which 15 are currently on leave, and where there are 50 disciplinary cases outstanding. In Callosa de Segura, the officers have had to contribute toward the cost of their own bulletproof vests, that they have been demanding for years.

In Santa Pola, the unions have denounced the mayor in court for dismissals carried out in front of the Local Police Headquarters.

There are also ongoing problems with the relationship in Torrevieja and a number of other local municipalities, just

Graffiti, dirt, broken glass and abandoned offices, in a terminal that was built only 10 years ago at a cost of 2.5 million euros a few examples of police conflicts from a long list of dozens of municipalities where local agents have taken action and are becoming the main scourge of municipal governments in the final few weeks of the current political term.

The constant lack of material resources which have been demanded by the officers for years; agents without bulletproof vests or without tazer pistols, fleets of old cars that are badly in need of repair or replacement, and an acute shortage of officers in many of the municipalities, which fail to meet the ratio recommended by the European Union, one agent for every 500 inhabitants.

Officers are becoming increasingly despondent, which is leading to a sharp rise in requests for early retirement To partially alleviate this substantial drop in personnel, at the end of 2018, the Consell introduced express exams that would accelerate the process for new recruits. A month ago, the Valencian Agency for Safety and Response to Emergencies (AVSRE) undertook to further streamline the processes, but only on the requests of town halls. But to date, only "a small number of city councils” have asked for the new procedure to be introduced.

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British vote confirmed in local elections after BREXIT A

n agreement was signed on Monday allowing the 63,000 Britons registered on the municipal electoral lists to vote, whatever the outcome of Brexit.

The pact has a great significance in the province of Alicante and especially in regions such as the Marina Alta and Baixa and the Vega Baja, where the large presence of UK residents will influence the outcome of the municipal elections on 26 May. According to the latest INE data for 2017, there are currently 63,000 Britons in the provincial that are eligible to vote.

The signing of the agreement between the two countries took place in Madrid by the Secretary of State for the EU, Marco Aguiriano, and the British Minister for Brexit, Robin Walker.

The agreement was authorised last Friday by the Council of Ministers.

The agreement is important because, not only in Spain, but also in the United Kingdom, there are municipal elections in May. However, if they have not already done so, British residents in Spain only have until this coming Wednesday, 30 January, to register for the upcoming ballot.

The more people that vote the stronger you will become as an essential member of your municipality, the more rights you will achieve for international residents, in particular for access to healthcare and education.

The number of British residents in Spain is estimated at 300,000 but only 90,000 of them are registered to vote. It seems that all too few realise the importance of registering on the Padron, the ‘certificado de empadronamiento’, which is obligatory for anyone staying in Spain for more than six months The Padron is not a form of ID, neither is it Spanish Residence.

It is simply a census that enables the authorities to calculate how many public services (health, police, schools, administration,

etc.) that each area needs. The more people registered, the more services an area receives, thereby enabling the town hall to assess the number of dwellers in the area and therefore bid for grants and funding to maintain and improve the infrastructure.

According to diplomatic sources, Spain is the first EU country to sign an agreement of this type with the United Kingdom. The negotiations began at the end of October.

This decree is necessary regardless of whether the Brexit takes place with or without an agreement, because this aspect of citizens' rights is not provided for in Marco Aguiriano and Robin Walker the exit agreement. signed the deal last Monday After the signing of the deal, the cipal elections may still participate. undersecretary of state for the Department of Exiting the European Union, Robin Walker, said that the agreement would The continuity of British locally elected officials is also guaran“even cover a no-deal scenario,” meaning that Britons and teed until the end of their term, even after the United Kingdom Spaniards will still be able to vote in their respective countries leaves the European Union. should the UK crash out of the EU on March 29 of this year.

In Spanish municipalities there are currently about thirty counciFor the 26 May elections UK Nationals will not have to fulfil any other requirements and their Registration will remain valid.

In the future, however, article 3 of the agreement requires that British nationals must have a period of legal and uninterrupted residence of three years. Thus, in the municipal elections of 2023, all British nationals who are registered for the 2019 muni-

llors of British nationality.

The United Kingdom will not be the first country outside the EU whose nationals can vote in the Spanish municipal elections, as Spain already has similar agreements with Bolivia, Cape Verde, Chile, Colombia, South Korea, Ecuador, Iceland, Norway, New Zealand, Paraguay, Peru and Trinidad and Tobago.

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SCHOOLCHILDREN SUFFER IN FREEZING CLASSROOMS

Image: www.diarioinformacion.com CHILDREN FROM THE SCHOOL OF MUSIC IN SAN BARTOLOMÉ have written to the mayor of Orihuela asking for repairs to the school heating system which has remained broken all winter.

The lessons take place in the municipal Civic Centre which is used by people from 3 to over 70 years of age with the temperature rarely rising above 5 degrees centigrade. As such, anyone using the facility has to wrap up warm, with overcoats, scarves, hoods and gloves, if they are remaining in the building for any length of time, as is the case with the music students who can remain there for two or more hours at a time.

Being so well wrapped up can make learning difficult, since it is almost impossible to play any instrument while wearing gloves or a hood. But the students have no other choice if they are to retain any degree of warmth.

Suffering even more than the children, perhaps, are the many members of the retired community who risk their health every time they use the centre for their meetings, their

clubs or their games.

The Musical Union of San Bartolomé uses the facilities twice a week for their rehearsals, a spokesperson from which said that "there are three government departments that are responsible for the Civic Centre, Education, Culture and Social Welfare, and they are all passing the buck to each other.

None of the departments is willing to accept any responsibility.”

“We have had this situation for 3 or 4 years, they come to fix it but it quickly breaks down again.”

Fed up with this situation, the children have now decided to take matters into their own hands and many of them have now written to the mayor of Orihuela, Emilio Bascuñana, telling him of their problems.

So that he fully understands their plight they have also drawn lots of pictures of students sitting in the cold classrooms wearing their outdoor clothing as they try to study in the uncomfortable conditions.

“Please, send someone to fix it, we're cold.

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My grandfather also goes there to the Third Age club and I'm scared he'll get sick because of the cold, "says Aitana, a music student.

Another letter is briefer, but with a clear message, "we cannot study! Heating, now!

There are pictures of shivering penguins, thermometers and a brazier with everyone standing around it, and, of course, the consequences of the cold are well summarised by one young boy in his letter "we can also catch cold because of the cold conditions that we have to sit in and nobody wants to have colds, that's why I would like you to fix the heating". Messages that warm up even the coldest heart.

Speaking to the Spanish press a municipal spokesman said that Social welfare have asked for a budget to carry out the repairs but first they have to send a technician to find out exactly what the problems are.

So it seems that whilst the council bureaucrats push around the paperwork from the comfort of their warm offices Aitana and her grandfather will have to bear the cold for just a little while longer.

The Royal British Legion has launched its first glossy magazine in Spain District North, an area stretching from Almeria to Valencia.

Edition One, 48 pages of news, reports and photos from across the entire region, was put together by Kevin Reardon and Peggy Wyatt from the Orihuela Costa and Hondon Branches.

Torrevieja, Orihuela Costa, Hondon and La Marina/Gran Alacant are all well featured with excellent articles on each of their Remembrance Ceremonies held last November, with the front cover image also local, featuring Nicola and Patricia, the standard bearers of the Orihuela Costa and Torrevieja Branches.

The magazine is also well supported by local advertisers, particularly Blevins Franks, Currencies Direct, Avalon Funeral Plans, Ibex Insurance, IQ Glass curtains, Chorus Financial, Unblock A Rod, Iberian Funerals, Digital Hearing in Quesada and more, to whom the RBL would like to pay especial thanks.

Although an E Magazine is published four times a year this is the first time that the RBL have produced a printed version. Quite whether it will replace the E Edition is still to be decided but the early indications from those who are already in receipt of the magazine is very positive indeed.

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

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

CHOCOLATE MEDICINE

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how are you getting on after indulging in all those Christmas, New Year and Kings’ Day festivities?

Personally, I am missing chocolate, which I do not usually eat, but made an exception during the festivities. Forget nonprescription drugs and alcohol, for me chocolate is just as addictive and the sooner that I kick the habit the better; or is it?

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I felt a sudden rush of excitement when I read a recent report that chocolate may be one of the best remedies for dealing with a nasty cough. Forget all those revolting cough syrups, but simply suck chocolate. Now this is the cure that I do approve of, but does it work?

I know that I am not the only one living in the Canary Islands and Spain who has been welcoming visitors from the UK and Europe with some very nasty illnesses over the Christmas and New Year period. I usually try to avoid the airport as best I can, because I am convinced that all those flights from goodness knows where are simply riddled with bugs determined to ruin holidays and infest the local population with evil nastiness. I used to think that wearing a face-mask at the airport was simply over the top, but now I am not so sure. Back to chocolate.

A recent study has discovered that when we have one of those horrible, sleep preventing, hacking coughs, a dose of cough syrup will not do the trick. At best, it will probably upset your stomach or at worst give you a dose of diarrhoea, but it will not cure your cough.

Instead, the most recent advice is to reach out for a bar of chocolate, which is far better for respiratory and cough symptoms than those evil concoctions from the chemist.

According to some very clever people at the University of Hull, supporting evidence in favour of eating chocolate is as solid as “a bar of Fruit and Nut”, and proves that cocoa is more effective than a bottle of standard cough medicine. If you simply compare the price of a bottle of cough medicine to a bar of chocolate, what’s not to like?

The survey found that patients taking chocolatebased medicine made a significant improvement in just two days. Experts suggest that it is the alkaloid contained within cocoa, theobromine, that is more effective at suppressing coughs than

codeine, which is used in most cough medicines, and has all kinds of side effects including drowsiness.

A more detailed analysis suggests that it is the stickiness within chocolate that forms a coating on the nerves contained within the throat that basically prevents the urge to cough. It is similar to the effect of that favourite remedy of honey and lemon, but chocolate seems to be even more effective, and much more fun.

So, if your visitors have given you a post-Christmas gift of a nasty cold and cough, it seems that the best advice is to suck chocolate. I have no argument with this, and will be stocking up with a few bars of Dairy Milk especially for our next batch of visitors. Health warning: Please be aware, that I have absolutely no medical expertise and I do not work for the chocolate industry, so please don’t blame me if your cough gets better, but you put on weight instead.

If you enjoyed this article, take a look at my websites: http://barriemahoney.com and http://thecanaryislander.com or read my latest book, ‘Living in Spain and the Canary Islands’ (ISBN: 9780995602724).

Available in paperback, as well as Kindle editions. Join me on Facebook: @barrie.mahoney

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Councillor for Culture, Inmaculada Chazarra together with the parish priest of Rojales, José Rives.

TORREVIEJA FOOTBALL FIELDS RE-LAID The replacement of the artificial turf on the 'Gabriel Samper' and 'Esteban Rosado' football fields in Torrevieja is now underway.

FIRST THREE DISQUALIFIED IN SANTA POLA HALF MARATHON When the public address system called for the fourth, fifth and sixth place runners to report to the winners rostrum after the race, no one understood what was happening, but it soon became clear from the gestures of the race officials that something unusual was happening following the completion of last Sunday’s race.

MEDIEVAL MARKET RETURNS TO ORIHUELA The city of Orihuela will remember its medieval past on the 1st, 2nd and 3rd of February with its historic centre once again taken over by 300 stalls of artisans, craft workers and taverns, as the medieval market returns to the city for the 21st occasion.

The work had a bid price of 761,844.72 euros but was finally awarded for 668,316.15 euros, a saving of almost 100,000 euro The tender also includes the renovation of the athletics track, work that will be put in hand following completion of the football pitches.

The first 3 runners were disqualified for taking a short cut

Last year Orihuela’s Medieval Market attracted more than 100,000 visitors

Having received information from course marshalls the organisers had seemingly disqualified the first three home. It appears that the Ethiopian trio had taken a wrong turn at Km 7 and despite being told of their mistake by members of the Civil Protection they kept on running, completely oblivious of their error.

Once they had completed the course and after reviewing videos of the race, the organisers were forced to disqualify the Ethiopians, in an action that will go down in the history of the Santa Fe test. The Moroccan Hassane Ahouchar, who finished in fourth position, was declared the winner of the race after the costly mistake of the African runners.

A HUNDRED SENIORS EVICTED FROM LOCAL DANCE

The Market will also bring soldiers, wizards, witches, fantasy characters and displays that will take us on a journey back in time so that we can discover how people lived in Medieval Orihuela.

It is still one of the most important events of this kind organised in Spain, and once again the Association of Moors and Christians Festivities, 'Santas Justa y Rufina' will take part.

Last year, despite the atrocious weather conditions suffered on the opening day, Orihuela’s Medieval Market attracted more than 100,000 visitors.

ROJALES GALA RAISES MORE THAN 6,000 EUROS FOR RWANDA The solidarity gala "Collaborate for a better world," raised a total of 6,179 euros last Sunday thanks to the support of residents, businesses and local traders.

The money was donated to Educas, a charity linked to the Carmelite Missionary Sisters of Elche whose main objective is to serve the most disadvantaged through projects such as health centres, dispensaries, child education, women's training and scholarships.

The police notice suspending the dance The Senior Citizens Centre, Virgin of Monserrate de Orihuela, is owned and administered by the Orihuela Council, so when over a hundred pensioners were evicted from the hall last Sunday evening by the Local Police during a regular evening of dance, they did not quite believe what was happening.

Today the centre remains closed. A sign is affixed to the main door stating that the dance on Saturdays and Sundays has been suspended by "order of the Police".

Police officers told the retirees that they were following orders following complaints about noise received over many months.

Thus ends a tradition of more than eight years of continuous dances with live and pre-recorded music every Saturday and Sunday evening.

The Councillor for Social Welfare, Sabina Goretti Benito Galindo, said that she is hoping to solve the problem as soon as possible and so that activities can be quickly resumed.

In this particular case the monies raised will go to the Gokore health centre in Rwanda opened more than 25 years ago. It serves a population of about 20,000 people.

Specifically, the collection will be used to fight against malnutrition affecting children under 5 years of age. Every Friday at Gokore, mothers go to the centre where they are provided with food (rice, cornmeal, oil, sugar and salt) with which to prepare their children's meals.

The cheque was handed over to the president of the NGO Educas, María Socorro Morales, by the Deputy Mayor and The cheque was recieved

by María Socorro Morales

The two pitches being relaid are over 11 years old The work has a deadline of four months during which time the Department of Sports has opened the field in the 'Vicente García' stadium so that schools and clubs can train normally, without having to reduce their schedules, while the replacement work continues. Work on the two fields will also be staggered, so there will always be one pitch open to the public.

"The objective is that the execution of the work will not affect the normal functioning of the sports and football schools, as we will continue to have sufficient areas", added the Councillor for Sports, Víctor Ferrández.

Ferrández explained that "the works are necessary since the artificial turf on these pitches is more than eleven years old with the facilities used by thousands of people every week."

Ferrández added that "this is the largest investment made in the sports facilities since 2010".

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ANSWERS QUICK ACROSS: 1 Jump; 8 Obligation; 9 Comedian; 10 Baby; 12 Mettle; 14 Atomic; 15 Repast; 17 Vanity; 18 Knot; 19 Insecure; 21 Stronghold; 22 Easy.

DOWN: 2 Unforeseen; 3 Poke; 4 Sluice; 5 Agenda; 6 Stubborn; 7 Envy; 11 Boisterous; 13 Traction; 16 Twinge; 17 Vision; 18 Kiss; 20 Code.

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Solution on Page 20 CAN YOU MASTER THE SUDOKU CHALLENGE? Fill in the grid so that every row, every column, and every 3x3 box contains the digits 1 to 9.

QUIZ ANSWERS

22 Ezra.

12.

Whiten (6)

DOWN: 2 Overmantel; 3 Span; 4

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Offer (6)

Crated; 5 Rivets; 6 Implores; 7 Stet;

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Antagonism (6)

11 Supervisor; 13 Lothario; 16

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Midday (4)

Sedate; 17 Discus; 18 Peck; 20

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Might (8)

Like.

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Resoluteness (13)

Realistic (8) Do well (6) Formerly (4) Fitting (8) Bovid animals (6) Undergarment (4) Boring (8) Commendation (8) Ass (6) Very small (6) Finished (4) Ladder step (4)

L EA D E R T R I V I A Q U I Z 1. What animal is the official symbol of the Worldwide Fund for Nature?

2. In which Dickens’s novel do we meet the Artful Dodger and Fagin?

3. From which language is the word ‘nostalgia’ derived, is it French, Latin or Greek?

4. The Japanese company Nomura owns more what in Britain than any other company, is it Computers, Pubs, or Sheltered Housing Associations?

5. Who had a no 1 in March 2000 with ‘Don’t Give Up’?

(Two artists) 6. What is the chemical symbol for titanium?

7. If you suffered from Narcolepsy, what would you always be doing?

8. How many squares are there on a traditional Snakes & Ladders board?

9. Which artist painted the famous painting known as ‘La Guernica’?

10. Who had a no 1 in March 2004 with ‘Mysterious Girl’?

11. Which animals gather in a ‘Dazzle’, is it Llamas, Giraffes or Zebras?

12. What profession would be followed by someone with the letters FRCVS? 13. In musical notation, how many semi-quavers are there in a semi-Breve ? 8, 12 or 16?

14. What is the name of the sugar found naturally in milk?

15. Who had a no 1 in September 1999 with ‘Blue (Da

long legs, 24. Fork, 25.

22. Accepting a lift to the pub? (6,2,5)

Noiseless (6)

27.

20. Temporarily gave the girl a daffodil (4,4)

Sort (4)

10.

Zealand,

18. Give it to a man to prepare for publication (4)

9.

Plea; 19 Disclaim; 21 Cabin trunk;

Michael Jackson, 26.

16. Rascal upset the sailor (6)

Strips; 15 States; 17 Desert; 18

New

14. Time and change schedule (6)

Lees (8)

American, 28. A bayo-

12. A French city street is most pleasant (6)

8.

net, 29. Muggles, 30.

Christmas with the Lone Ranger? (4)

10. Reds in uprising not quite washed-up! (6)

Brunette; 10 Last; 12 Ballad; 14

Michael Andrews fea-

Trained the river to flow back with a coin in (8)

9.

Unprincipled (13)

turing Gary Jules

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16. Which king won the battle of Agincourt?

17. Which river forms much of the border between England and Scotland?

18. What were the surnames of Bonnie & Clyde?

19. What is the lightest weight category in boxing?

20. Who had a no 1 in June 2003 with ‘Bring Me To Life’?

21. How many miles are there in eight kilometres?

22. What name is given to a Poem consisting of 14 Lines?

23. What is the popular name for the crane fly?

24. What, according to Groucho Marx begins with F, ends with K, and if you don't get one, you have to use your hand?

25. Who had a no 1 in December 1995 with ‘Earth Song’?

26. Which country hosted the 2011 Rugby World Cup? 27. What nationality was the magician Harry Houdini ?

French, American or Italian?

28. What would a soldier keep in his frog?

29. According to the Author J.K. Rowling, what name is given to non-magical people?

30. Who had a no 1 in December 2003 with ‘Mad World’?

Vet, 13. Sixteen, 14.

Lactose, 15. Eiffel 65, 16. Henry V, 17. The Tweed, 18. Bonnie Parker & Clyde Barrow, 19. Straw weight, 20.

Evanescence, 21. Five, 22. A Sonnet, 23. Daddy

time (5-4,4)

DOWN 1. Require Heather to be annoying (8) 2. Responds concerning sections of the play (6) 3. Plaything returned to Eastern isle (4) 4. Lad in car upset senior churchman (8) 5. Eating out? (6) 6. Came around the summit (4) 11. New ideal end for the time limit (8) 13. Bird picks up rodents and fish (8) 15. Man I have found to be an indigenous local (6) 17. South Africa takes the French line on pay (6) 19. You won’t see that you’re in it (4) 21. Midday, either way (4)

ACROSS: 1 Dons; 8 Parliament; 9

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Oliver Twist, 3. Greek, 4.

Pubs, 5.

Chicane/Bryan Adams, 6. Ti, 7. Falling asleep, 8. One hundred ,9.

Picasso, 10.

Peter Andre, 11. Zebras, 12.

ACROSS 7. Perhaps, every hat’s nice after being married for some

ACROSS

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ARIES (March 21 - April 19)

you commit to?

The little girl inside is growing up. It's a time when you see that the only person who will save you is yourself.

With Mars in Sagittarius, now is the time to start answering those questions and clearing your side of the sidewalk so you can pave the way for the love you long for.

This week, you will learn how to listen to that inner voice, take action and not be ashamed to claim credit when it's due (to you).

Let your inner fire flame shine bright and even though you will be called to take big action steps, don't forget to follow your game plan.

TAURUS (April 20 - May 20) Slow and steady wins the race, but did you know this can also work in relationships?

This week, be slow to respond but do so with anger.

Don't sign anything without considering it over a bit. You may be more inclined to lavish luxury on those you care about, and do so with wisdom and love.

CANCER (June 21 - July 22) Make way for you inner warrior to come out, little Crab. Yep, You may be thinking more about your own needs these days and this means getting organized and intentional.

From fitness to scheduling, you'll be making waves with those who have become used to you bending over backwards to please them.

This time, you aren't doing anything wrong with you put your needs first. In fact, you're finally making things right.

LEO (July 23 - August 22)

GEMINI (May 21 - June 20)

Here you go, the moment you've been waiting for. You can make a splash or simply stay in your own current vibe but either way, you know what you need to do.

The Twins can agree on something!

It's time for love. But first, it's get honest, open and real with yourself. What do you want and need in love? What can

Take a good look in the mirror, Leo and see what you want to see, a courageous person. But... don't forget there's still a few dreams to catch. Your work is just getting started.

VIRGO (August 23 - September 22) Colour may become more important to you this week. Colour coding things to help you stay clear of what needs to be done and when, but really you just need an energy boost.

Think of things that bring you joy especially with so much energy going on this week, you could be slightly overwhelmed. Appearances may mean more to you now than usual particularly how those you hang out with and how they make an impression on others when you're around.

LIBRA (September 23 - October 22) Your listening nature takes a bit of a flip and now you want to be the chattier one for a while.

There's somethings you'd like to discuss and perhaps you are feeling extra wordy.

Maybe writing is calling your name? Try journaling or creating something artful to get that inner wordsmith a chance to express what needs to be said.

SCORPIO (October 23 - Nov 21) Career is here. You have been working hard all year and now, you are ready to see some of the green show you're efforts have been recognized.

Speak up for yourself but do so in writing, you may need to start networking and letting others know you're looking for additional opportunities to grow and expand your abilities at work.

Don't be afraid to start taking on more responsibility where you see fit. You could even carve an area of expertise for yourself that makes you irreplaceable during this month.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22 December 21) You may be a bit more sparky for lack of a better term. It will take a little bit of

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time to adjust to Mars in your house but no worries, you've got this.

Blunt has always been your middle name, and others are already used to your honesty. With Aquarius in the Sun now, perhaps you can study new ways to communicate so that you say what you need to say but not in a way that rubs others in the wrong way. Truth doesn't always have to hurt.

CAPRICORN (December 22 - Jan 19) This is your thinking mode coming and right now, you may be less interested in socializing and more into spending time getting things completed around the house or working a little later than usual at work.

A part of you could be at risk in putting your own fitness needs aside for the sake of pushing through a deadline or two.

Don't let lack of outside interruptions stop you from taking breaks to keep your energy up.

AQUARIUS (January 20 - Feb 18) Your unwillingness to stand by and remain silent about injustice will be felt.

This could translate into all types of things — being more open to converse on political topics to following trends in the news and sharing them on your personal social media. Your love of learning and exploring will also be more engaged. If you've ever been interested in studying astrology or starting a new hobby that involves metaphysics, now is a great time to start.

PISCES (February 19 - March 20) Still in work mode but now things get a little more transparent as you express your desire to receive compensation for the work that you do. You may be less willing to be a wallflower, thanks to Mars in Sagittarius. While you're more than happy to be a team player, you'll also want to be recognised as a leader when the time is right.

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Car and Vehicle Sales The Car of the Month at Automoviles Crespo is a 2015 Ford CMax Diesel which is on Special Offer priced at just 15,499 euro. Come along to our showroom in Elche and see our vast range of used cars or call 96 666 22 60 for all our latest offers.

The biggest and best for price, choice and quality.

Social and Clubs The next monthly meeting of the Orihuela Costa Branch of the Royal British Legion will be on 21 February at the Olympia Restaurant in Mil Palmeras starting at 7.30pm. All are welcome.

RNA - The Royal Naval Assn meet at El Paraiso Restaurant behind Carrefour in Torrevieja at 3pm on the first Weds of every month.

Contact Margaret Forshaw, on 966 92 1996 Age Concern Costa Blanca Sur is here to help you with problem solving and well being for the over 50’s. We need volunteer Drivers and people to join our Residential Home Visiting Team. to visit people in a Residential Home, and take them out for a

coffee. If you think you can help 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 Almoradi Meal Club. If do you fancy a meal out and meeting new friends, come and join our English speaking club. We have twice monthly meals at various restaurants in and around Almoradi. For info go to FaceBook or contact me at davedanie@gmail.com.

Badminton in Pilar de la Horadada.

Mon, Tues, Wed and Thurs.

10-12.30 pm. Call John on 634 658 506 Torrevieja Retired Activities Club meet on the third Wednesday in the month from 11-1pm at Marina Club Cafeteria, International Marina, Torrevieja.

The joining fee is 10euros but you can attend one meeting or lunch before you join. For info phone Sandy Hollywood, President 698 266 696 or Jill Hayes, membership Secretary 672 983 019.

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those in need in their own homes, 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.

Curious about the 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? Come and join us for a chat at our Centre in the Punta Marina Shopping Centre.

Volunteers are unpaid but expenses are met. Email: spainsamsrecruits@outlook.com The Orihuela Costa Drop In Centre is in C/Cipres, Lomas de Cabo Roig, where we can offer you a full range of activities Monday, Wednesday and Thursday including music, language classes, drawing and Much more. Info available at: oc.communitycare@gmail.com

Churches and Services La Siesta Evangelical Church hold services each Sunday.

Our 11.15am 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 11.15 am Services and there is also a Sunday School, Stepping Stones, on these Sundays. For info see www.lasiestaevangelicalchurch.org or phone Pastor Keith on 666 180 108 The Church of JESUS CHRIST of Latter-Day Saints (Mormons) in Torrevieja meet at 10.00 each Sunday in their chapel at Rambla Juan Mateo Garcia, 104. All Welcome. You can phone or whatsapp the missionaries on 667 533 597..

International Christian Assembly, Calle Urbano Arregui, 23, Torrevieja - Evangelical nondenominational church. Sunday service 11a.m.; Sunday school; Prayer meetings; craft and computer clubs. Ladies Bible Study: Thursday 11a.m. Church Bible Study: Thursday 1.30p.m. House groups in Torrevieja, La Siesta – Contact: 966 752 543 / 617 215 463. Phone: 966 799 273 / 966 752 543 / 617 215 463. www.icatorrevieja.org

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Julie standing in front of her photograph at the launch

Local Interpreter in Photo Competition Shortlist Known as an interpreter who has helped many people accompanying them to hospital, legal and other appointments in the area, local journalist Julie Day can add another badge to her growing list of achievements, after being shortlisted in a photography competition depicting the Moors and Christians event in Guardamar.

Madrid, and so the distribution of images like those in the competition not only raises awareness of the event, but also the town and local area.

The photographs from the competition are now on display at the municipal library in the town, including the first and second prize winners who each received a cash prize.

Julie´s photograph, entitled, “Amigos”, shows a group of participants enjoying the preparations for the parade, all wearing their costumes, and all surrounded by the joy and happiness that the event brings, not only to those who observe, but by those who take part and revel in the friendship they achieve.

The exhibition was opened on Friday evening by the Mayor, José Luis Sáez Pastor, who explained how these events are important to boosting tourism, an apt speech in line with the FITUR event taking place at the moment in

The exhibition is open until 10 February at the Municipal Public Library and is free to enter, organised by the Central Board of Moors and Christians, displaying the festival in many of its different facets.

Valencia Grant toward cost of Campoverde Health Centre Pilar de la Horadada has been awarded 100,000 euros from the Public Health Services Office of the Valencian Government toward the cost of refurbishing the Medical Centre in Pinar de Campoverde.

The work will be carried out by the company

ECOCIVIL ELECTROMUR, G.E., S.L . at a total cost of 271,151,10 and should take no longer than six months to complete.

It is now expected that the work will get underway within the next few weeks.

New Home for my Cat White male Norwegian forest cat 9 years old, needs a new loving home, preferably as an only pet. Very loving. Contact Elaine on Mob/ WhatsApp: 636 929 869. Orihuela Costa

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Emerald Isle Bowls Club by Elwyn Morris Monday took the Titans to La Marina Explorers, and they had a great 10-2 aggregate 97-81, winners were M Riley P Coffey I Brewster 21-13, D Rhodes K Jolliffe D Gerrard 21-14, M Veale G Odell J Smyth 19-14 J Pooley D Leeming B Kavanagh 15-14 Neptunes played at home against Monte Mar Torreodores and had a fine 12-0, aggregate of 98-55 winners were M Whitelock J Westall P Heaney 30-9, D Horne S Wickens D Donovan 20-12, E Morris C Parsons A Malcolm 17-14, A Brown S Watson C Warner 14-13 Moonrakers played at home against La Marina Pathfinders,and had a good 10-2 aggregate 108-70, winners were, L Harris P Willicott R Clive 25-9, D Close J Loughran E Bennett 25-17, ,I Hughes G Ponsford M Willicott 24-10, V Cameron G Dyer P Dix 24-10, this trip scored a HOT SHOT Saturns travelled to La Siesta Pioneers and they got beaten 4-8 aggregate 85-94, winners were C Selby G Smith E Shepperd 26-19, J Elliott F Thomas R Ede 17-14 Wed saw the Emerald Isle travel to BBC in the winter league, and they lost 4-8 aggregate 86-90 winners were R Clive C Smyth M Odell C Lindgren 17-12, D Jones M Veale J Mulloy P Coffey 20-17. The Berleen team lost 16-15 The Leprechauns played at La Siesta Parakeets away in Fed4s and won 6-2 aggregate of 56-49, winners were S Kavanagh M Willicott T Roche B Kavanagh 24-9, V Cameron H Rhodes P Willicott R Clive 19-18 Friday took the Cavaliers to El Rancho Mustangs and they lost 2-10 aggregate 82-83 winners were D Jones R White I Brewster 19-9 Claymores played at home against San Luis lions and lost 0-12 Roundheads played at home against Greenlands Elms and lost 4-8 aggregate 86-95, winners were M Elliott P Creswell J Mulloy 31-11, R Fooks F Thomas E Shepperd 16-13

In the Enterprise Division The Apollos visited Montemar to play the Matadors and managed a good win by 88 shots to 78 winning on 3 rinks. Best winners for the Apollos were Mike & Florence Edwards with Dave Davies 21-10.Wins also came from Trish & Pat Reilly with George Richardson 20-18 and Pat Harman, John Taylor and Jean Cooper 17-15.

So an 8 points to 4 victory.

In the Voyager Division the Pioneers entertained Emerald Isle Saturns and also won by 94 shots to 85. The best winning rink came from Pat Moore with Bill & Sue Jordan 23-13 closely followed by Tony & Val Dalton with Vic Mahomet winning 22-15.the other winners were Gordon Dall, Tony Campbell and Dave Laverick 16-14. So an 8 points to 4 victory.

The Sputnicks away at Country Bowls managed wins on 2 rinks losing the overall shots by 93-66. The winners for La Siesta were Kathrine Morrisroe, Ken Stringfellow and John Clarke 23-9 and Dot Kocsis, Tom Heaslewood and Noel Morrisroe 16-13. So 4 points to the Sputnicks and 8 to Country Bowls.

In the Winter League La Siesta entertained El Cid in an exciting match with La Siesta taking the overall shots by just 2, 87 played 85. La Siesta had wins from the rink of Doug and Fay Beattie with Tony Campbell and Jean Cooper 25-12 and from Irene Laverick, Tony Dalton. Pat Harman and Jenny Bowman winning 2011.With El Cid winning the remaining 3 rinks the points were Shared 6 apiece.

In the Fed4’s the Hoopoes were at home to San Luis Bazars and won by 60 shots to 48 winning on 2 rinks and picking up 6 points.

Winning rinks came from Sheila Millward, Pat Moore, Val Dalton and Sue Jordan 29-12 and Jim Eastwood, Bill Jordan with Dave and Irene Laverick 21-11.

In the Southern League A Division the Blues at home to Vistabella Lanzadores managed to win on the rink of Ann and Robert Heath with John Ball 19-17.

The overall shots went to Vistabella by 110 shots to 74 so just the

Roberts, Paula and Don Cleeter skip Phil Goble, Shots Lords 39 – 59 Apaches Points Lords 2 – 6 Apaches WINTER LEAGUE Monte Mar v San Miguel Monte Mar visited San Miguel in the winter league and had a enjoyable day winning on two rinks and close on another. Well done to Lynne Armitage, June Young, Phil Goble skip Dave Melville, Gina Hindle, Tanya Oliver, Ronnie Cairns skip Jack Burrell. Shots Monte Mar 64 – 86 San Miguel, Points Monte Mar 4 – 8 San Miguel 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

Horadada BowlsRoyalsClub Irene Graham being ahead on three rinks, the Broncos soon caught up and in

On Monday in the Discovery Division the Falcons were at home to El Rancho pintos and this was a much better result for us giving the team some much needed points. We won on three rinks, two of which were a good shot difference. One rink only lost by one shot.

Our winning rinks were: Carol Linehan, Mark Jukes and Terry Hucknall 20 – 15, Tracey Paffet, Ken Barber and Roy Thomson 26 – 13, Wayne Jackson, Les Davies and Mick Kirby 24 - 11

The shots for was 97 and the shots against was 73, giving us the overall shots. Final result was 8 pts to Horadada and 4 to El Rancho.

Very well played to all of the team. A great result.

On Friday in the Southern League Horadada Royals were at home to El Rancho Broncos and what looked like a promising start for the

El Rancho Bowls Club Monday found the Palominos having a bye.

The Pintos played the Hawks at Horadada, with a stiff cold breeze bringing out the thermals and many layers, of course by the end of the match we had warmed up. The Pintos took a while to get used to the mat and in the end came away with two rinks, never a bad score away from home.In the afternoon the Raiders were at San Miguel playing their Pointers, which turned out to be a tough match, as we would expect as San Miguel always turn out a good team particularly with the home advantage, it's a

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Monte Mar Matadors v San Luis Leopards. A very good mornings bowling at home against San Luis Leopards. The Matadors won on all rinks, well done everyone. Shots Matadors 110 – 71 Leopards Points Matadors 12 – 0 Leopards Monte Mar Matadors v La Siesta Apollos. Winning on two rinks the Matadors were at home to the Apollos. Well done to Tanya Oliver, Bill Judd skip Jack Burrell, Lynne Armitage, Ronnie Cairns skip Dave Melville.

FED 4's - Monte Mar Lords v San Miguel Apaches At home to the Apaches the Lords won one rink well done to Sheila

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one rink overtook the Royals. The final result was we won on two rinks and gained the overall shots which were 92 for to 74 against.

This gave us 6 points and made the match a draw. One of the rinks only lost by 1 shot. Once again so close, yet so far. Our winning rinks were:Tracey Paffet, Wayne Jackson and Terry Hucknall 23 – 8, Peter Davis, Fred Trigwell and Sheila Westwood 25 – 10, Keep ‘em bowls a rollin’ Horadada, we have plenty matches left to play to move up those tables.

Horadada offers a warm welcome to new or experienced bowlers, and provides the necessary equipment. Our roll-up days for this friendly club are Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday mornings. Please contact Fred Trigwell on 659 139 129 for more information.

hard call. The Raiders came away without a point but were not shamed.

Friday morning found the Mustangs entertaining Emerald Isle Cavaliers on a wonderful morning with a stiff breeze, which made the bowling very tricky. Most of the way through the match the Mustangs were behind on all rinks, but came good to take 4 of the rinks and the overall shots by just the one shot.

The Broncos were at Horadada playing the Royals and put in a good performance to take 3 rinks, a very good away result.

The Rangers played the Conquistadors at

Vistabella and were a trip short and no doubt the wind caused a few problems.

They came away with one rink, but enjoyed the challenge.

The annual President’s versus Captain’s teams will be played on wednesday 6th February, all are invited to bring donations of non perishable foodstuff, toiletries and unwanted clothing for Reach-out a charity for the homeless. For further membership information contact Sheila Cox at micksheilacox@gmail.com or Brian Taylor on 965077093 or at elranchobowlsclub@gmail.com

two match points to the Blues.

The Golds in B Division were away at Monte Mar Toreadors and in a close match lost the overall shots by 76 shots to 68 but won on 3 rinks thereby sharing the points 6 apiece.

Wins for the Golds came from Pat Moore with Bill and Sue Jordan 19-12, Irene and Dave Laverick with Ros Stockell 13-10 and Derek Smith with Gordon Dall and Alan Mawer 17-14.

In Division C the Silvers were away to Country Bowls Cubs and in a close match lost the overall shots by 75 shots to 76 but won on 3 rinks thereby sharing the points 6 apiece.

Wins for the Silvers came from John & Hilary Clarke with Ken Stringfellow 19-8, Kathleene and Noel Morriscoe with Willie Mcvey 19-9, Janette and Lee Plummer with Wendy Ralph 20-12.

SOUTHERN LEAGUE 2018/19 RESULTS AND TABLES FRIDAY 25 JANUARY

DIVISION A Emerald Isle Claymores 62 (0) Greenlands Oaks 101 (8) Quesdada Swallows 95 (9) La Siesta Blues 74 (2) El Rancho Mustangs 83 (10) La Marina Ospreys 95 (6) P 14 14 14 14 14 14 14 14 14 14 14 14

San Luis Lions Vistabella Lanzadores Emerald Isle Cavaliers La Marina Ospreys San Miguel Bulldogs Quesada Swallows El Rancho Mustangs La Siesta Blues San Luis Tigers Emerald Isle Claymores Greenlands Oaks Vistabella Picadors

San Luis Lions (12) 114) Vistabella Picadors (4) 72 San Luis Tigers (3) 74 Vistabella Lanzadores (10) 110 Emerald Isle Cavaliers (2) 82) San Miguel Bulldogs (6) 68 W 48 46 43 39 40 33 36 27 25 26 22 18

D 4 5 2 3 3 5 2 4 2 1 3 0

L 18 19 25 28 27 32 32 39 43 43 45 52

Win 10 11 9 9 6.5 11.5 9 4.5 3.5 3 5 2

Diff 370 362 257 95 29 73 2 -158 -199 -293 -184 -354

Pts 120 119 106 99 96 91 91 67 59 59 57 35

DIVISION B San Luis Leopards 83(5) Montemar Matadors 142 (12) Mazarron Miners 97 (10) Montemar Toreadors 76 (6) Horadada Royals 92 (6) San Miguel Boxers 108 (10) P 14 14 14 14 14 14 14 14 14 14 14 14

Mazarron Miners La Siesta Golds Quesada Swifts San Miguel Boxers Montemar Matadors Montemar Toreadors La Manga Crusaders Horadada Royals Country Bowls Geckos El Rancho Broncos Quesada Swans San Luis Leopards

Country Bowls Geckos (7) 97 La Manga Crusaders (0) 49 Quesdada Swifts (2) 54 La Siesta Golds (6) 68 El Rancho Broncos (6) 74 Quesada Swans (2) 67 W 46 39 37 38 37 36 34 33 30 29 22 20

D 2 4 3 2 3 4 0 3 2 5 5 5

L 22 27 30 30 30 30 36 34 38 36 43 45

Win 12 8.5 10.5 9 8 7 7 6 7 6 2 1

Diff 304 109 170 141 47 -49 197 53 -49 -222 -356 -345

Pts 116 99 98 96 92 87 82 81 74 73 52 47

DIVISION C Vistabella Conq106 (10) Vistabella Swingers 116 (10) EmIsle Roundheads 86(4) San Luis Pumas 55 (0) Country Bowls Cubs 76 (6)

Greenlands Cedars Vistabella Swingers La Marina Merlins Emerald Isle Outlaws Emerald Isle Roundheads Country Bowls Cubs Greenlands Elms Vistabella Conquistadores San Luis Pumas La Siesta Silvers El Rancho Rangers

P 12 13 13 13 13 12 13 13 13 13 12

El Rancho Rangers (-2) 44 Emerald Isle Outlaws (2) 63 Greenlands Elms (8) 95 La Marina Merlins (12) 117 La Siesta Silvers (6) 75 W 45 44 41 40 30 27 25 25 22 22 21

D 0 2 3 0 1 2 1 2 2 2 1

L 15 19 21 25 34 31 39 38 41 41 38

Win 11 10 11 10 3 4 5.5 3 4.5 4 4

Diff 453 485 368 185 -147 -150 -253 -266 -131 -259 -285

Pts 112 108 106 99 66 64 60 58 54 52 42

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With Sheila Cammack A mixed week with unexpected rain and wind making playing NOT a good experience, and some unexpected results. Some of our teams bounced back well this week, some were rather deflated.

SA League Monday 21st Klingons away v VB Albatrosses a good result; 83shots-76, 8pts-4. Winners: Pam Lockett, June & Keith Jones, 18-13, William Holtham, Sabrina & Russell Marks 25-13, Ann Holland, Ray Pollock, Ian Kenyon 20-16.

Trekkers home v VB Drivers, an excellent result 12-0, 106 shots-68.Winners: Shirley Verity, Jo & Jules Pering 17-14, Allen Bowen, Suzi Cooper, Scott Malden 28-11, Mags Haines, Peter Fuller, Les Bedford 22-12, Margaret Roseveare, Marina Beardsall, Graham Bird 20-16, Ros Holmes, Jan & Brian Pocock 19-15.

Romulans a tough match against a very strong VB Boogies team; 0-12, 45shots-129. Vulcans away v GL Chestnuts 2-10, but very close shots 77-81; unfortunately just one super winning team: Dennis Jackson, Margaret Clarke, Brenda Brown 32-9.

Wednesday 23rd Winter League: a cold, windy day away v Vistabella, and a hard fought match for 3points-9, 72 shots-95. Winners: Pam Lockett, June Jones, Peter McEneany, Keith Jones 15-15, Kath Reid, Giuseppe Galelli, Neil Morrison, Ian Kenyon 19-14.

FED 4’s League: Thursday 24th Ospreys BYE. Condors had a good result home v SM Cherokees, 53 shots-48, 6pts-2. Winners: Mags Haines, Ray Watmough, Les Bedford, Brian Pocock 24-10, Ros Holmes, Judy Carroll, Barry Edwards, Neil Morrison 19-15. Bazas away v LS Hoopoes, a better result, 48shots-60, 2pts-6. Winners: Mary & Tom Fromson, Ralph Jones, Lyndon Johnson 25-11.

Southern League: Friday 25th Lions away v EI Claymores, another excellent result; 12pts-0, 114 shots-62 Winners: Colin Jackson, June & Keith Jones 23-12, Kath Reid, Pam Lockett, Ian Kenyon 21-13, Margaret Morrison, Keith Phillips, Neil Morrison 26-12, Janet McEneany, Ray Pollock, Peter McEneany 27-9, William Holtham, Ray Clarke, Giuseppe Galelli 17-16.

Tigers, away v Q Swallows, the usual hard battle, 74shots-95, 3pts-9. Winners: Margaret Roseveare, Peter Fuller, Les Bedford 18-18, Shirley Verity, Jo & Jules Pering 17-15.

Leopards home v CB Geckos, some useful points: 5pts-7, 83shots-97. Winners: Audrey Ford, Cas Blay, Phil Hasler 22-15, Steve Rossiter, Dave Tilley, Malcolm Ayton 16-16, Kath Waywell, Charlie Marigold, Brenda Brown 22-18.

Pumas, home v LM Merlins, hard work against a strong team: 0-12, 55shots-117.

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

with Dee Stephenson In the South Alicante Winter League all 3 Quesada squads played San Miguel teams this week.

Quesada Pearls travelled to San Miguel to play the Beagles for a morning of very competitive bowling. Due to illness, the Pearls were unable to field a full squad but they won on 3 of the 4 rinks played and achieved 68 to 66 shots before penalties of 2 points deducted.

They’ve maintained their 4th place in the league, just one point behind 3rd place San Miguel Beagles.

Meanwhile on a lovely sunny morning perfect for bowling, the Diamonds entertained San Miguel Alsatians, currently a couple of places below them in the League, so a result was a priority for both teams.

Quesada won 3-2 rinks but the shots went to San Miguel by the narrowest of margins 91-90. The points were drawn 6 each so the Diamonds maintained their position in the league.

The Rubies also hosted San Miguel - the Dalmatians. Not the best of days for the Rubies who lost the match 2 -10 and the shots were 65 to San Miguels 112. Onwards and upwards Rubies, plenty more matches to play!

In the Southern League, Quesada Swifts travelled to Mazarron for a sunny and warm days bowling. Another important league match between Mazarron the leaders and the Swifts in second place, so everything to play for.

After a tough morning, Mazarron were victorious winning 4-1 rinks and 97 to 54 shots, winning the match 10 points to 2 and maintaining their lead at the top of the league.

In the Winter league, Quesada hosted Javea and the match ended in a draw 6 points each.

In the Federated 4’s, Quesada Panthers played San Miguel Mohawks. Quesada won the rinks 21 but lost the shots by one, 48-49, so the match ended in a draw 6 points each.

At Quesada Bowls Club we welcome both new and experienced bowlers. We’re a friendly club with a mixture of competition, league and casual players.

In addition to league matches and Club competitions we have our popular Saturday morning chicken drive which is open to visitors, and we have free coaching for new members.

So come along and see what we have to offer!

Contact our membership secretary Angie Goddard newleaf2014@hotmail.co.uk

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order of the day.

By Jo Richardson

Overall a great days bowling and a very fair 6 – 6 result.

Monday saw La Siesta Sputniks orbiting around the Country Bowls rinks.

Three of the Sputniks got ‘lost in space’ but two of them managed to hang around giving a result of Flamingos 8 Sputniks 4.

Winning rinks; Agnes Burke, Pat Ray & Brian Ray 25 – 9, Rob Hallam, Graham Richardson & Jim Rennie 27 – 8 Craig Dyson, Derek Jiggins & Geoff Paylor 19 – 10 Well done Flamingos.

Country Bowls welcomed La Siesta Silvers on a beautiful dry Friday morning.

Both teams were poised to take the points and as the wind picked up, the individual matches were thrown into turmoil.

Rinks 5 & 6 both playing two styles of game and strategy and adjustments were the

In the end it was 3 – 2 to the Silvers with the Cubs taking the shots by 1. 76 – 75.

Winning rinks; Dean Webb, Derek Lewis & John Mallet Chris Stevens, Craig Dyson & Andy Bryce.

Good work Cubs.

The second game of the day saw the Geckos away in the afternoon to San Luis Leopards with no less wind than the morning match.

Winning rinks; Pat Emmett, Les Turner & Jim Rennie 26 – 14, Pat Patton, Dennis Wade & Brian Patton 22 – 9, John Jukes, Pat Ray & Wayne Osguthorpe drew with 16 – 16 Shots 97 – 83. Points 7 – 5.

Well done Geckos.

For more information on Country Bowls please visit the website www.countrybowlsmurcia.com, email grahamandjo7@gmail.com, or telephone 966 19 1552.

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ning rink were Margaret Patterson, Val Collier, Chris Collier and Lin Miller with 23 - 10 San Miguel Mohawks were home to Quesada Panthers, drawing 6 - 6 (49 shots to 48). The winning rink for the Mohawks were James Cutting, Linda Plaisted, Tony Sansom and Cliff Plaisted with 22 - 14.

San Miguel Dalmations were away to Quesada Rubies, winning 10 - 2 (112 shots to 65). The best trio were Stan North, Bob Graham and Frank Scotthern with 34 - 7.

On Friday San Miguel Boxers were home to Quesada Swans winning 10 - 2 (108 shots to 67). The best winning trio were Stan North, Ann Allen and Dave Champion with 23 - 6.

San Miguel Alsatians were away to Quesada Diamonds where they shared the points 6 - 6, (91 shots to 90). The Alsatians best winning trio were Jan Farmer, Derek Farmer and Mike Douglas 25 - 11.

San Miguel Bulldogs were away to La Marina Ospreys drawing 6 - 6 (shots for 68, shots against 95). The winning trio were Tony Sansom, Paul Hayward and Ron Nairey with 17 - 4.

San Miguel Beagles were home to Quesada Pearls, losing 8 - 4 (68 shots to 65), with the best winning trio were Noel Davis, Dave Johnson and Steve Cantley with 14 - 13.

A reminder that the Wasps sessions take place Wednesdays 1:30 for 2:00 - €5 for an afternoon’s bowling with shoes and woods available to borrow.

All three teams were playing in the Fed 4’s this week, with the San Miguel Apaches away to Monte Mar Lords, with the Apaches winning 2 - 6 (59 shots to 39) the winning trio were Anita Brown, Mike Douglas and Alan Campbell with 26 - 10.

San Miguel Cherokees were away to San Luis Condors losing 6 - 2, (53 shots to 48), The win-

Vistabella Bowls Club with Lynne Bishop SAL Enterprise Division Albatrosses played the San Luis Klingons at home, going down on three rinks, the two winning rinks both finished 17-10!

Shots, VB 76(4) - 83(8) SL. The Drivers were also up against it playing the San Luis Trekkers, they unfortunately failed to win any points from this away game. Shots VB 68(0) - 106 (12) SL. Discovery Division Eagles were at home to top of the leader board Greenlands Maples, our Eagles winning on just one rink. Shots, VB 60(2) - 107(10) G. Voyager Division Buggies were also away at San Luis against the Romulans, they clocked up another great result with five wins. shots, VB 129(12) - 45(0) SL. WINTER LEAGUE...and yet another match

Greenlands Bowls Club With Dave Webb In the Voyager Division the Chestnuts were at home to San Luis Vulcans, final score was 81 - 77. points 10 - 2.

Best winning rink - Doreen Watt, Carol Stobbart, skip Graham Watt. - 23 - 11.

And in the Discovery Division it was another good win for the Sycamores, final score - 108 - 57. 10 - 2. Best winning rink - Jim Mclean, Les Barber, skip Barry Collins. 31 - 13.

The Maples completed the hat trick of good wins for Greenlands beating Vistabella Eagles by the same margin. Final score were 107 - 60. 10 - 2. Best winning rink - Margaret Stephens, Margaret Dewar, skip Richard Lee.

Carp R Us Angling Club Winter League Carp-R-Us fished the Rio Segura in a windy Murcia for Round Eight of the Winter League.

The wind made good presentation difficult and this contributed to several dry nets. The match was won by Steve Fell

Due to the popularity of the Wasps, first time bowlers are asked to attend an initial coaching session on Tuesday afternoons, starting at 1:45.

For further information on San Miguel Bowls Club please contact the President Stuart Hemmings on 965 72 0461, or the Secretary Gail Willshire on 965 02 0492. versus San Luis! This one was at home on a gusty day, one team forged ahead quickly for a convincing win, two secured the win on the last end, one picked up five shots to draw, the other one lost, a very good home win. Shots, VB 95(9) - 72(3) SL. Vistabella also won the Berleen..nice one!

SOUTHERN LEAGUE. Division A Lanzadores faced the Blues at La Siesta winning on four rinks, the scores were up and down but our team finished on top. VB 110(10) - 74(2).

The Picadors were away to Greenlands Oaks, wins on two rinks was a fair result against a tough side. VB 72(4) - 101(8) G. Division C Conquistadors played El Rancho Rangers at home, they almost scored a full house narrowly missing out on one rink. El Rancho paid the price for not fielding a full side. VB 106(10) - 44(2) ER. The Swingers were at home against the Emerald Isle Outlaws, they achieved four winning rinks and lost on one. VB 116(10) - 63(2) .

- 28 - 5.

This win keeps the team at the top of the League, so well done everyone.

In the Fed 4s the Beech were away to Country Bowls, final score....67 - 31. 8 - 0.

Best winning rink - J Thompson, J Giddings, C Harris, skip D Giddings. 30 - 7.In Division A the Oaks were at home to Vistabella Picadors, final score - 101 - 72. 8 - 4.

Best winning rink S Simmons, J Hier, L Rudge. 28 - 7.

In Division C The Elms were away to Emerald Isle Roundheads. Final score - 95 - 86. 8 - 4.best winning rink D Field, J Bliss, skip D Thompson. 30 - 6.

For all Enquiries please contact Chris Dewar on 698 418 987 or visit our website greenlandsbowls.wixsite.com/greenlandsbowlsclub thanks.

with 6.85kg from peg 15 caught on feeder using pellet. This included one nice barbel, a rare catch on this stretch.

Second was Alan Smith with 2.35kg, a single fish caught in the last quarter of an hour. Third was Terry Screen with 1.05kg and fourth Steve Collins with 0.90kg.

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THE LONG AND SHORT OF IT Is their one single element of the golf game where professionals and low handicap amateurs differ from the high handicap or weekend golfer? The answer is yes.

Week in and week out you will see the high handicap golfer misjudge the distance to the flag and 90% of the time the shot will finish short of the target. Invariably, only if they hook the ball or hit the ball ‘thin’ will the high handicapper go past the pin.

The next time you visit your local golf course or play in your society, take a look at the courses that you play and you will see that the majority of the trouble (water, bunkers, etc) are short of the green.

Why do high handicap golfers have this failing in their golf game? a. Lack of proper preparation. b. Over estimation of their ability.

Let us consider these factors.

Firstly in terms of preparation, do you know how far you hit each club in your bag in all types of wind conditions and off different types of lie? The answer is almost certainly no and yet it is easy to remedy. All that you have to do is to go to the practise range and hit a series of golf shots with each club and take note of the distance that the MAJORITY of the shots travelled, ignore the one’s that you ‘creamed’ or the one’s that you 'mishit', but concentrate on the average.

Repeat this exercise for different wind conditions (in the face, from the back, side winds, etc) and for different lies (uphill, downhill, sidehill, etc). Now when you go to the golf course you will be better prepared and by using the distance markers and charts available, you can eliminate many of the hazards presented to you by the course architect by hitting the ball far enough to avoid them.

From the mental perspective you will also feel more confident when playing the shot and also avoid one of the worst feelings in golf, that of hitting the ball ‘out of the screws’, direct at the flag, only to see it drop into water or a bunker ‘short’ of the green.

Allied with good preparation you should also be careful not to over estimate your golfing ability. While it is good to have faith and confidence in your ability, do not expect to hit the ball ‘correctly’ all of the

Las Ramblas Golf Society - 21 January

By Peter Reffell Two scores out of four to count and all on the par 5’s was our format for Monday’s team game.

The winners (despite signing and submitting an incorrect card) by quite some margin, with 91 points, were Benedicte Kruse, Mike Mahony, Peter Wickham and (making his debut) Simon Hughes.

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(in assN with Costa Blanca Green Fee s vcs) time. If you always judge distance based on your ‘best’ shots you will frequently be disappointed and frustrated. Allow for your slight ‘mishits’ by taking an extra club and swinging a little easier.

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Friday saw us compete in the dreaded ‘Yellow Peril’. With a score of 125 points and winning by quite some distance, were Terry Field, Marleen Billen, Heinz Lei and (yet again) new boy Simon Hughes. Pues, hasta la semana que viene

Brian Staines and the spoon

As we tee’d off most of the light was still provided by a full moon

Individual Stableford Qualifier Competition at Lo Romero 48 members and guests were up nice and early for our most recent competition, in fact most of the light was still provided by a full moon for the first tee times!

Our society now has around 90 active members, with new members and guests joining us every week. It was nice to see a few of the newest members amongst the prizewinners today!

The winners on the day were as follows: Division 1 first Richard Lovering with 39 points, second David Archer with 35, third Paul Matthews with 33 and fourth Paul Newman also on 33.

Division 2 first Bobby Watson with 36, second Douglas Oxlade with 31, third Mick Hardy on 30 and fourth Danny Scott on 29.

Division 3 first was Doug Daughtrey with 37, second John Lester with 34, third Harry Harrison also 34 and fourth was David Hurst on 32.

Division 4 first was Paul Ryan with 38, second Peter Ashton on 31, third Sandra Twentyman also on 31 and fourth was Lyn Gallard with 30.

Nearest the pins were won by Doug Daughtrey, Richard Lovering, Danny Scott, Kev Parker and Ken Shaw. The gross 2 (for 50 euros) was not claimed and will roll over to our next game.

We have several upcoming games, the details of which can be seen on the calendar of our website. Full details will be emailed to all members. 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 full moon at the start of our day at Lo Romero Golf.

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Peter Wickham was again top of the pile with 39 points in Wednesday’s Stableford. With each player having to select just 5 clubs and a putter, second spot went to Maria Oldenziel with 34 points and Geoff Biggerstaff took third with 33.

Only the one ‘2’ today which was carded by Phil Herrington (who didn’t realise it was only 5 clubs and came out with 4 wedges!)

On Thursday morning the news started to drift through that our good friend and member of the society for the past ten years, Brian Staines, had sadly passed away the previous evening.

This month’s competition was held at Bonalba. On the way to the course it was obvious we still had the cold morning wind. As we set out from the first tee it was a case of pull the collar up and get on with it, but as the day progressed the sun showed its face and we began to warm up. The course was in excellent condition, the greens which varied slightly but in the main were quite fast which did catch some of the players out.

The scores showed this in as much as they were lower than normal.

Having collected all the cards and journeyed back to our new Clubhouse at Bar 10 in Quesada where an excellent buffet was pro-

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If is often stated that in pressure situation you hit the ball further due to the adrenalin flow but remember that for the majority of people in these same situations, muscle tension prevents you using your automatic swing and you actually hit the ball ‘shorter’ than normal, allow for this!

Still as the old saying goes ‘the best wood in most amateurs’ bags is the pencil’.

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vided by James and his staff. All the cards having been scrutinized the overall winner being Kevin Williams, congratulations to him, results below.

Overall winner Kevin Williams 34 pts, Gold Winner Duncan Williamson 30 pts, Gold RUp Andy Trefry 29 pts on c/b. Silver Winner Brian Simister 30 pts, RU Terry Sharley 26 pts Front 9 Dave Nicholls 14 points on c/b, Back 9 Gary Townsend 14 pts Nearest the Pin: 4th Gary Strowger, 8th Duncan Williamson, 11th Andy Trefry, 14th Gary Strowger - Football Card James Crisp The next match will be at Vista Bella on 15th February. Anyone wishing to join the Society please contact Kevin Williams on kevsta01@gmail.com.

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MERGING WITH LA MANGA A BIG DECISION Following Torrevieja CC's merging with La Manga CC captain Kieran Wood speaks Exclusively to ANDREW ATKINSON ahead of the 2019 season and a T20 tournament.

TORREVIEJA CC merged with La Manga CC in December, with La Manga resort and Torrevieja being the home grounds.

"It is a big step, with the new facilities, new teammates, and new league formats in 2019," said Kieran.

The merging with La Manga is a coup for Torrevieja, with the facilities on hand dubbed as world class - and the best in Europe.

La Manga offers the best cricket facilities in Spain, including a European Cricket performance centre to help international and County teams, along with cricket clubs, universities and schools, assisting with development of players and coaches.

It is regarded as the home of cricket, with the venue used regularly for ICC European tournaments.

Two cricket ovals, 18 grass nets, five artificial nets, grass fielding area, and an artificial wicket keeping area are among world class Torrevieja CC, merged with La Manga CC.

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facilities.

Kieran said: "We made a big decision in merging with La Manga CC. Hopefully the move will attract new players and fans alike."

With training sessions underway ahead of the new season, that showcases a T20 Tournament, Kieran said: "Torrevieja still stands as its own team and ground, but in the league we are a joint team."

The club has taken huge strides in the last decade-plus: "Thirteen years ago the club was formed as San Fulgencio CC. Torrevieja came in with the offer to use their facilities -the athletics pitch - for use as our own ground," said Kieran.

"In 2015 we won the Championship in ECCL2 (Cricket Espana County League division 2)," said Kieran.

Looking ahead to the forthcoming campaign, under TorreManga CC, Kieran added: "Training for the 2019 season has commenced and friendlies are arranged.

"A massive T20 tournament, in both April and October, is something to relish," said Kieran.

The 2019 league fixtures have been announced and Kieran said: "The league fixtures begin in April, with the opening game against Sporting Alfas CC at Alfas d'Pi, ending in September, with 14 fixtures to play."

After the frosty golf course of the last few games, today's 14 Medalford competitors faced a cold biting wind that required good driving control to combat the cross winds.

The three winners managed to do just that - steady Ray Housley in third place – never a really bad round, Bryan Watson in second - recovering from a lean spell and Captain Mike Davies in first – showing consistently good form of late.

Nearest the pins: Hole 5 – Guest Kevin Scott, Hole 8 – Ray Housley. Third place – Handicap 9, Ray Housley 12.5 shots.

Second place – Handicap 15, Bryan Watson, 9.5 shots. First place – Handicap 10, Mike Davies, 8 shots.

If anyone would like to join our Society, we play at El Plantio Golf Club every 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.

Pictured below from L to R: Bryan Watson, Mike Davies, Ray Housley, Kevin Scott. Report by David Swann

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EURONICS THURSDAY DART LEAGUE “THE ELECTRICAL SHOP” - BLUE LAGOON doubles quickest on the night.

The speediest match so far at The Fire Station allowed the players to catch up on their drinking for the rest of the evening.

MOTM: John McKay (Fire Station Black Watch), Aroldas (El Capitan)

Thursday 24th January - Results Week 13 Chemies Chicks 4-8 Pint Depot Jesters Fire Station BW 3-9 El Capitan Hub Hellraisers 4-8 Patti’s Pirates Junction Jackals 8-4 Angels Arrows Las Roasa Bullies 8-4 Chemies Loungers Patti’s Panthers 2-10 Hub Hyenas Pint Depot Queens 5-7 Junction Jaguars The Ale House 8-4 Peta’s Bar

El Capitan Hub Hyenas Junction Jackals The Ale House Las Rosas Bullies Patti’s Pirates Fire Station BW Junction Jaguars Chemies Loungers Angels Arrows Patti’s Panthers Peta’s Bar Pint Depot Jesters Chemies Chicks Pint Depot Queens Hub Hellraisers

P 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13

W 13 12 11 9 9 8 7 6 5 3 3 3 3 2 2 1

D 0 0 1 1 0 1 2 1 1 3 2 1 0 1 0 0

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

F 128 126 115 90 91 94 84 74 73 68 60 56 60 43 49 37

A 28 30 41 66 65 62 72 82 83 88 96 100 96 113 107 119

+/100 96 74 24 26 32 12 -8 -10 -20 -36 -44 -36 -70 -58 -82

Pts 26 24 23 19 18 17 16 13 11 9 8 7 6 5 4 2

Fire Station Black Watch v El Capitan El Capitan made their first visit to The Fire Station and took the initial 2 games with Nigel´s D1 and Edmundas D19 showing deadly finishing. The third treble was won by Fire Station´s Les with a D5 to stop the rot. High scores came from home team players John McKay 100, Baz 100, Les 125 while the visitors recorded Nigel 100, and Jim 100.

The pairs went 2-1 in the visitor’s favour with Aroldas 140, 100 x2 & D10, Eric 100, D2 and Fire Station Ralph 100, D9.

The first 5 singles went to El Capitan with their players showing clinical finishing once again. Aroldas 120, D4, Eric 100, D8, Nigel 100 x2, D12, Vycka D20 and Edmundas 100 x2, D20. Roger for The Fire Station won the last game of the night with D18. All in all some closely fought games especially in the singles but El Capitan showed why they are top of the league by taking out their

Torrevieja Darts Ladies League Format - Week 3 Results: Primadonnas

4-5

Macklin’s Dolly Mixtures

El Balcon Chicas

2-7

Gap Ladies

Friendly's Chicas

6-3

Friendly's Temps

Wildcats at Macklin’s

4-5

Black Dog Ladies

League Table

P

W

L

Pts

Gap Ladies

3

3

0

9

Friendly's Chicas

3

2

1

7

Macklin’s Dolly Mixtures

3

2

1

7

El Balcon Chicas

3

2

1

7

Black Dog Ladies

3

2

1

7

Friendly's Temps

3

1

2

5

Wildcats at Macklin's

3

0

3

3

Primadonnas

3

0

3

3

Pint Depot Queens v Junction Jaguars This Thursday saw the Pint Depot Queens welcome the Junction Jaguars. Pint Depot Queens Rachel who has found her darting mojo once again and managed to take the second and third treble with D8 then D9. Whilst naturally right handed, Rachel finds throwing (and winning) easier with her left hand!

At the break it was an even 3 a piece.

Denise threw some steady darts and beat Marie in the first singles match. Both Lorraine & Debbie won their singles and it was the final match between Vi & Lesley that couldn´t have given the two teams a draw. As it was, Lesley popped D18 to take the match and give the Jaguars the win. Whilst there was some high darts shot by both teams, it´s all about the doubles!

MOTM: Rachel (Pint Depot Queens), Denise (Junction Jaguars) Hub Hellraisers v Pattie’s Pirates Patti’s Pirates took the 3 trebles. First with Ray S on D2, but Gill from Hub Hellraisers scored an impressive 117 and 80. Second was Mike with D1, Sue and Cheryl fought back with 95 and 75 to no avail. Brian took the third with a D3 and Yvonne threw 115 with her first darts!

On the doubles Jan and Cheryl turned the tide with Cheryl finishing on D4 (71); Sue (76, 95) and Gill (82) finished the second double for the Hub Hellraisers with a D2 from Sue, Patti's Yvonne racked up an 83. Patti's Graham (76, 79) took the last double on D18. So, 2:4 mid match and time for Cheryl's perfect pies and gravy to set up a stunning bout of singles.

Sue (83, 76) took on Paul (83, 77, 81, 120), sticking with him to the last but he took it with D2; Our international jet setter Gill (79, 83) played a blinder against Jeff finishing on D12); Patti’s Pirates came right back with Brian (81) finishing on D6 against Jan (95).

Although Sharon played her best ever game with many 50+ scores and got down to doubles, Graham (95) had an awesome BULL finish. Star of the night though was Christine from the Hellraisers who changed her game completely by standing still, got nearly all her darts in the board and stunned everyone with her D8 finish against Yvonne (89). Finally, Cheryl (83) fought hard against Ray (98) but

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couldn't get that elusive double and he finished on D1. It was an absolute cracker of a night.

MOTM: Christine (Hub Hellraisers), Graham (Patti’s Pirates) Las Rosas Bullies v Chemies Loungers Las Rosas got off to a quick start winning the first two trebles with John Spencer finishing on D1 and John Boden on D18. Chemies came back to win the third with a D1 finish by Tony. Although Jem got a 121 for Las Rosas, Mark replied for Chemies Loungers with a 130 and a 100. Rosas opened their lead winning two of the three doubles. John Spencer and Antonio both finished their legs with D8, while Phil finished on D17 for Chemies Loungers. Rosas took control in the singles, winning four of the six legs. Finishes from Antonio D10, Jem D15, John B with a brilliant bull and John S D4.

In the other two legs Phil finished on D4 and Graham White on D5 following a 140 earlier in the leg. An enjoyable night was had by all.

MOTM: Antonio (Las Rosas Bullies), Phil (Chemies Loungers) The Ale House v Peta’s Bar Peta’s Bar were warmly met by The Ale House at their temporary venue Player’s Bar. The first half of the match saw a bit of toing and froing, Peta’s Bar took the first treble with an impressive (95, 79, 71) from Michael and D8 from Jane. The Ale House levelled the score next with Karl M (100) and Karl O (81) D4. Peta’s Bar took the third treble, Michael (71), Jim D8.

The Ale House took the first double, albeit a fight to the end, Jim U (76, 100), Alan D1, Peta’s Bar Jim (75, 100). The Ale House Jordan was on form (100) D2 taking the next double. The third double was a well-deserved win for Peta’s Bar, Michael (77, 86) and Jane D8 leaving the score level pegging at half time.

A lovely chippy takeout was much appreciated, followed by Birthday Cake for the very surprised Birthday Girl, Viv. Unfortunately, the sugar rush went to Peta’s Bar head and The Ale House took the first four singles, Alan (76, 100 x2) D9, Andre (76, 85) D1, Jim G (85, 100, 90) D10, Jordan D20. Peta’s Bar Michael pulled one back (76) D20, but Ben finished the night off for The Ale House winning the last single.

It was a great night, brilliant atmosphere, good banter from both teams, and a special thank you to Players Bar for their wonderful hospitality.

MOTM: Alan (The Ale House), Jane (Peta’s Bar)

Home win for Gran Alacant ‘Oldies’

Hot Darts: Lorraine McGrath 140, Pamela Taylor 140, Bliss Wright 140, Jane Barnes 140, Christine Simmonds 135, Jane Barnes 134, Pamela Taylor 125, Cynthia Jevons 125, Elaine Willis 125, Simone de Lacy 123, Denise Groves 118, Eileen Rood 115, Bliss Wright Gran Alacant Oldies Walking football club played their 105, Elaine Willis 102, Denise first ever competitive home fixture, on January 21st, entertaining a team from Hondon.

Groves 101, Jane Barnes 101, The club only started up just over a year ago, showing Hot 100's: Elaine Willis 2, how much progress has been made in just a short time.

Beaty Powell, Pamela Taylor, The club plays every Thursday at Gran Alacant and Bliss Wright, Tracey Simpson, after 3 competative away games played this first ever Cynthia Jevons 1 Least game at their other new home venue at the Pereira Darts: Cynthia Jevons 22 Stadium in Santa Pola. Thursday games from 12 noon Highest Checkouts to until 1pm will carry on as usual throughout the year. date: Kim Fickling 107, Lin The 9 a side game was played on a beautiful blue skied Cousins 104, Beaty Powell 99 morning with the Gran Alacant team winning 2-0, with goals scored by Gary Beeney and Tim Litherland.

Bull Finish: Kim Fickling

Thanks go to a well organised Hondon team for giving us a tough, competitive game. After the game everyone congregated at the Tango Santa Pola bar/restaurant, where the proprietor laid on a very nice buffet for us all.

These competitive games are organised by Douglas Kemp and thanks to him the event went perfectly.

We even, for the first time ever, had to use our donated first aid kit. David Lamb came off for a rather large plaster and then made his way back onto the field of play.

Join us every Thursday at the Gran Alacant sports centre from noon until 1pm.

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Heavenly performance from Cristo as Torry earn a point Redovan CF..........................0 CD Torrevieja ......................0 TORRY MADE THE SHORT TRIP TO MID TABLE REDOVAN, stuck firmly in the relegation zone some 3 points from safety. Caretaker manager Moncho was hoping to make it 3rd time lucky, although even a goal would be nice, following two matches where his strikers have failed to trouble the opposition.

Back in mid September, Torry scored a late winner at home to Redovan in only the 3rd game of the season, but subsequently they have only won 3 more matches, 2 of them wiped out by the Valencian FA for a breach of league rules.

Both Micro and Captain Guido were set to return to league action following served suspensions, but the latter has made a move to Tenerife, robbing the midfield of much needed quality. Omar has also left the club while Fran has

moved to Novelda, and with a 10 match ban confirmed for Nico, following his aggressive attitude last week to match officials, Moncho is having to increasing rely on the youth team in order to supplement the Torry squad, a move, to date, that has shown the players promoted to a standard rather out of their depth.

With Manu Garrido making only his second start for Torry, and Aaron and Moi their debuts, there were concerns that this might prove to be the case once again, but at Redovan, whilst their quality at this level could be questioned their endeavour, their running and their work ethic was certainly not.

But during the opening exchanges there was little quality to see from either team. It was a scrappy affair and a full 18 minutes before we had anything resembling an attacking move, two in quick succession in fact, with Kike in the Redovan goal being called upon to make routine saves.

tors, and a good opportunity for Moi, but a late flag from the assistant referee unfortunately denied the youngster a spectacular scoring debut.

Redovan turned up the heat approaching half time through German, who hit the post, and Guille, who’s header was cleared off the line, but all credit to the Torry youngsters who stuck to their task to see the game through to a goal less break.

If Torry followers then thought that the youngsters had ridden their luck during the first period their display in the second was nothing short of heroic as they soaked up wave after wave of Redovan pressure.

Striker German was excellent but even he couldn’t fashion an effort to beat the outstanding youngster Cristo in the Torry goal. One save in particular from German’s head in the 80th minute really was a match saver as the visitors came away with a well-earned point.

But early approval was soon watered down as the home side increasingly swamped their visitor’s goal. A good save by Cristo, following a shot by striker German, then saw skipper Tomy make a dramatic, goal line, interception as Balin was about to turn the ball into the net.

Well-earned most certainly but deserved probably not as Redovan hit the woodwork on at least 4 separate occasions, but the excellent form of Cristo and the wonderful efforts of the defence nevertheless shaped a point that could be all important as Torry head toward the business end of the season.

when the assistant referee deemed the ball had crossed the goal line just before German guided it into an empty net, didn’t detract from an industrious and energetic Torry performance that we will need to see far more of in the coming weeks if they are to climb out of the relegation situation they now find themselves in.

youngsters could also be all important when they face fellow relegation candidates Carrús-UD Ilicitana CF next week, in a Sunday lunchtime kick off at the Nelson Mandela Stadium. As always, however, do check the Torreveija website for confirmation of timings.

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CD Montesinos 100k goal at the Municipal Stadium CD Montesinos have been given a huge boost going into 2019 with the Los Montesinos, Alicante, based Valencia 1st Regional Group 8 football club set to benefit from a 3.25m euros investment in the town.

"We will start commencing work on February 4 to change all the turf of the football field," Los Montesinos Mayor José Manuel Butron exclusively told me.

CD Montesinos, promoted to the 1st Regional Group 8 in 2017, play their home fixtures at The Municipal stadium in the Vega Baja township.

The club, one of a plethora of teams to use the facilities, are to benefit to the tune of 100,000 euros, in laying a new pitch, and facilities to sell club merchandise on match days.

"We will also be putting a small booth in

Los Montesinos Mayor José Manuel Butron and CD Montesinos supporters club President Eddie Cagagio. place at the stadium to sell merchandise," said José.

CD Montesinos, who have a successful supporters club in the 'Full Monte', are followed by hundreds of football fans, both of expatriates and Spanish enthusiasts.

Mayor José, at the forefront of the construction of a new stand and dressing room facilities at the ground, has been praised by CD Montesinos supporters club president Eddie Cagagio.

"This demonstrates once again the superb

job the Town Council, lead by the Mayor José Manuel Butron, are doing," Eddie told me.

A number of improvement works will begin in Los Montesinos, funded by different public administrations, in 2019, to be added to a number of another series of investments, pending approval.

The campo futbal receipt sum is 100,000 euros, part of the 3.25m euros investment plan.

"We are pleased that the council are investing money in the club and sports facilities," said Eddie.

"The pitch is now old - 14 or 15 years old that gets used so much. It's a good investment for the town," said Eddie.

"It's good news that the council are investing money raised by the people of the town of Los Montesinos - rather than going 'cap in hand' to the Valencian Government", said Eddie.

"As part of the works being undertaken the supporters club is also getting a permanent covered area to sell the club's merchandise," said Eddie.

Mayor José Manuel Butron added: "Little by little we will improve the facilities."

Alley Gators Sunrise Colegias Pin Pals Sol Amigos Pin Pushers S***T Happens Top Performers High Game Ladies

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

Strike Force Alley Cats 999's Spare Bears The Spares The Bandits

High Game Hcap High Series High Series Hcap

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Team Strike Force S***T Happens Sol Amigos Pin Pushers Alley Cats Spare Bears Alley Gators Sunrise Colegias The Spares Pin Pals 999's The Bandits

P W D 51 41 1 51 40 0 51 40 0 51 40 0 51 38 0 51 35 0 51 34 1 51 32 0 51 31 1 51 28 1 51 24 0 51 23 0

L Tot Ave 26 27975 548 28 28410 557 28 28319 555 28 27796 545 30 27748 544 33 27970 548 33 27241 534 36 27977 548 36 27264 534 39 27618 541 44 27117 531 45 27058 530

Pts 83 80 80 80 76 70 69 64 63 57 48 46

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