The Costa Blanca Leader Edition 741 by The Leader

No 741 Monday 12th - Sunday 18th, November, 2018 Tel: 637 227 385

Centenary commemorations held across the Costa Blanca

n Sunday, a Service of Remembrance was held at the Cenotaph on Whitehall, London to commemorate the

contribution of British and Commonwealth military and civilian servicemen and women involved in the two World Wars and later conflicts.

This year, with Remembrance Sunday falling on the 100th anniversary of the end of the First World War, the event held a special significance, no more

so than here in Spain where services were held across the entire length of the Costa Blanca. Continued on Page 8

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Voltio the amazing dog Voltio steadying the wheelchair and helping owner undress

The Hondón Valley Branch of The Royal British Legion met on a very wet and windy evening in October, and even that didn’t dampen the spirits of the members and guests who came along. Following the general meeting we were entertained by a remarkable Chocolate Lab dog - Voltio. Danny de Castillo, the acclaimed Assistance Dog Trainer, asked Voltio to demonstrate an amazing range of obedience and skills including, switching on lights, opening drawers and taking items out, as well as opening the fridge door (and removing items) and helping his master undress. Danny trains dogs to assist those with mobility

problems and Legion members were “spell bound” by the different ways Voltio was able to help. At the end of the evening Voltio was presented with a reflective poppy for his collar – which he wore with Pride!. The Branch are organising a range different activities for the coming year and anyone wishing to come along, will be made most welcome. You do not need an Armed Forces background to attend or join a local Legion Branch. For more information about the Hondón Valley Branch, email hondonvalley.secretary@rbl.community or go to: www.britishlegion.org.uk/branches/hondon-valley

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Generalitat to simulate major earthquake Next Wednesday, 14 November, the Valencian Agency for Security and Response to Emergencies (AVSRE), will hold the # GranSimulacre2018, a simulation exercise that will recreate a major earthquake in Torrevieja where the emergency services will put into practice the protocols necessary to deal with demolished buildings and a rescue operation for people trapped and buried under the rubble. The simulation will have the intensity needed to collapse buildings, cause damage in a Torrevieja neighborhood and damage the basic supply of utilities: water, electricity and gas. Also, mobile telephony will be affected by an overload in the network. This is the third year in a row that AVSRE will have held a simulation with the involvement of a large number of personnel from different emergency agencies, with the aim of involving as many people as possible in the simulation culture. In addition, the # GranSimulacre2018 will learn from the lessons of five years ago, when similar training was last held in Torrevieja, in order to implement the Special Plan in the Valencian Community In 2016, a simulation of a rail accident was carried out by FGVMetrovalencia, with injuries of varying degrees, while in 2017, an accident involving multiple victims of a commercial flight was recreated at Alicante-Elche airport. The director of the Agency for Security and Response to Emergencies, José María Ángel, stressed the importance of carrying out these drills "because without them society cannot practise the procedures, which local citizens should also be aware of and, where

possible, educated in. ON this occasion the drill will involve a major earthquake. There will be a total of 775 people taking part in the simulation, 300 more than last year, which represents a major effort by the AVSRE to coordinate all of the 25 agencies involved, representing municipalities, fire brigades, forest firefighters, security forces , civil protection volunteers, students of Emergencies, different councils, Red Cross and the Military Emergency Unit. The mayor of Torrevieja, José Manuel Dolón, said that "the fact that we living in a seismic zone does not have to be seen as something negative, but it is important that we are always prepared for situations of this type". This simulation will also see the involvement of six secondary schools and 13 elementary and junior high schools of Torrevieja, which will carry out, simultaneously, simulations involving school self-protection. A total of 4,840 children and 452 teachers will be involved from Secondary institutions while 7,061 children and 388 teachers will take part from Infant and Primary schools.

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Consell will not authorise Gypsum mine The Minister of Sustainable Economy, Rafael Climent, has now confirmed that the project to develop a gypsum mine in San Miguel on protected land will never be authorised. The counsellor met in Valencia with the neighbourhood association that did so much to mobilise the people of the municipality. Later in the day he also met with members of the San Miguel de Salinas council. The meetings were arranged by the local secretary of Podemos in Orihuela, David Vegara.

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gesture, that will mean so much to the Cáritas Diocesana of Pilar de la Horadada. He said that it was testament to the human qualities of the businessmen in the municipality.

World Diabetes Day

of the agents. According to representatives of the Local Police unions (UGT, SPPLB and CSIF) there are currently three officers who carry weapons with more than a quarter of a century of service.

The neighbourhood association wanted to emphasise those impacts of the mine that have not been considered, such as the seismic risk of working with explosives on the San Miguel de Salinas fault. In a meeting that lasted almost two hours they also expressed their satisfaction at the attitude of the Ministry of Economy in supporting the wishes of the local community.

They say that they have been requesting the councillor for Security, Mariola Rocamora, to withdraw these weapons for over a year but that she continues to issue no response. The most surprising aspect, however, is that the City Council bought six new pistols several months ago, since which time they have been deposited in the Civil Guard armoury, without any sign of them being issued.

Lo Romero Golf donates 5,000 euros to Cáritas Campoverde hosts Intercultural Conference To mark World Diabetes Day on the 14th of November, Specsavers Opticas are offering free eye tests in their stores and providing advice and information on how diabetes sufferers can protect their eyesight. “Over 425 million people are currently living with diabetes, thankfully most is well controlled, so the condition doesn’t affect the eyes, but each store will usually see two to three diabetes suffers with diabetic retinopathy each year who do require medical intervention.

The Department of Foreign Residents held the 6th Intercultural Conference for European residents in Pinar de Campoverde last Wednesday. The mayor of Pilar de la Horadada, Ignacio Ramos, was accompanied by the councillor for Foreign residents, Aranxta Martínez, and the Honorary German Consul of Alicante, Murcia and Albacete, Dorothea Von Drahosch Sannemann.

We expect that to increase as the numbers of diabetes sufferers are on the rise”, commented Mike Stone from Specsavers Opticas in Javea and Calpe. “The good news is that early diagnosis, a healthy lifestyle and the right treatment can stop blindness through diabetes.

In the afternoon, the British Consul, Sarah-Jane Morrison, held a meeting with British residents in which she updated them on Bréxit. There were also musical activities with the tasting of a variety of products of different nationalities which concluded with a giant paella.

The Mayor of Pilar de la Horadada, Ignacio Ramos, welcomed José Antonio García Martínez, Cura Párroco, Pepita Zapata, all from Cáritas Diocesana, to the town hall on Wednesday where they received a cheque from Vitoriano Jimémez, manager of Lo Romero Gold Course.

Knowledge is power with this kind of condition, so we’ve put together some useful information on diabetes and the eye and are offering free eye tests and information in store on the 14th of November.”

The mayor, Ignacio Ramos announced that work will begin on the new Pinar de Campoverde office in the coming months, which will result in an improvement of services for local residents in the urbanisation and surroundings

Ignacio Ramos said how delighted he was to be involved in such a

Half a million euro for two new buses

Torrevieja mayor meets British Residents The mayor of Torrevieja, José Manuel Dolón, visited the southern part of the city on Wednesday morning, where he met with a large representation of British residents.

The operations manager of Grupo Avanza in Torrevieja, Luis González, was with councillor Javier Manzanares last week, at the unveiling of two new buses that will complement the Torrevieja bus service. Each bus will carry 49 passengers as well as providing a double ramp that will allow access for people with reduced mobility. The two new vehicles will also have a real-time locator via GPS, which will provide information about the location of the bus as it travels along its route. There will also be internal LED lighting, WIFI and USB connections. The investment in the two new vehicles exceeds 500,000 euros and both went into local service last Monday. Manzanares said that this is "only part of a package of short term improvements that will further improve the urban transport of the city."

Local police carrying unsafe weapons Orihuela Local Police are carrying weapons that are over 25 years old, which they say are defective and which compromise the security

He was there to hear their first hand claims about the area which he promised would lead to appropriate improvements. During the excursion the mayor visited Cala Dorada, Mar Azul, Rocio de Mar, Rocajuna, Las Barcas, Sector I, Mariblanca, La Veleta and Los Altos where he concentrated specifically on the parks and gardens. He agreed to open both gates into the Rocajuna Park, which have previously remained closed and in the same area, Altos del Rey, he said that the park will be cleaned. He also promised to prune and maintain the eucalyptus trees in Las Barcas. Throughout the morning the mayor listened to the residents’ concerns which he said would be noted and taken into account by council planners.

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No Councillor since 2015 “In the twenty years leading up to the last municipal elections, held in 2015, the Partido Popular (PP) had always ruled Orihuela, and in so doing they had provided a dedicated Councillor for Orihuela Costa and a budget, until, that is, 2011. The Coalition Government, led by Los Verdes, retained a Councillor for the Coast and a budget from 2011 to 2015. When the PP regained their leadership in 2015 they too were required to form a coalition government, this time with the Ciudadanos political party, which had won 3 seats. The first thing that the new mayor then did was to abolish the Councillor for the Coast and withdraw the budget. Since then it has been their policy to systematically degrade and neglect Orihuela Costa, for reasons known only to them. A year later the government appointed 2 coordinators to work from the Administration Office (Town Hall) in Orihuela Costa. As a result no actual decisions can be made at this office, all are made in Orihuela city Town Hall almost 40 kilometres distant, by the ruling Government Councillors, for approx 30,000 registered on the Padron, of 101 nationalities. In fact, according to the utility companies, approx. 87,000 people actually live in Orihuela Costa. Thus 50,000 people are still not registered on the Padron, as a consequence of which there is a loss of at least one million euros to the Orihuela government for the Orihuela Costa public services. This means that Orihuela Costa will never get a second Medical Centre, an Auditorium, a full time Library, Casa Cultura, Bus station or a Cemetary, let alone the Emergency Services Centre with a 24 hour Ambulance service, Police station and

Bomberos / Fire station UNTIL more Orihuela Costa residents register to vote and then remove the parties that continue to degrade the coast. During 2016 the authorities decided to divide Orihuela CLARO leader Roman Costa into 2 disJimenez tricts in order to weaken us. Their aim, to divide and conquer the residents of Orihuela Costa. The only way that the local population can challenge the ruling government is to ensure that they are registered on the Padron, and then, within 90 days, registered as a permanent resident. They will then be able to exercise their right to vote in the May 2019 local elections. C.L.A.R.O is the only political party to represent the Orihuela Costa. We genuinely believe that OUR TIME IS NOW. In the 2015 municipal elections the party was less than 40 votes short of winning a Council seat. Whilst they admit that total independence for the Orihuela Costa is still some way down the road C.L.A.R.O have now set their sights on Financial Independence for the coast, an achievement that they say is not beyond the realms of possibility! ‘Our time is now’ says leader Roman Jimenez CLARO is the only party that is fighting for the coast.”

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£846 to change a lightbulb A blown headlight bulb can cost up to £846 to replace on some of Britain’s best-selling small cars, new research reveals. A study into 13 popular models on sale today by What Car? found headlight repair bills vary by several hundred pounds depending on whether the models have halogen or HID or LED bulbs. Of the vehicles examined, four came with High Intensity Discharge (HID) bulbs on some or all trim levels and three had LED bulbs. HID and LED bulbs are far brighter than halogen lights and can last up to 10 times as long, but replacements can cost close to £1,000. The complexity of HID and LED bulbs is partly to blame for the higher costs but in many instances manufacturers have also switched to sealed headlight designs, which cannot be opened up like a normal unit to allow for bulb replacement. As a result, customers have to buy a complete headlight unit to fix a blown bulb.

The cost of replacing a traditional halogen bulb on a Volkswagen Polo costs owners just £18. However, buyers who choose the high-spec GTI model face a £846 repair bill for the car’s LED sealed headlight unit. Similarly, Suzuki Swift owners with SZ3 or SZT trim levels only have to pay £4 to replace a blown bulb, while those with a high-spec Swift SZ5 will have to pay £684 for a replacement HID unit. Even if the headlight unit isn’t sealed, HID bulbs are still far more expensive to replace than normal halogen items. The HID bulb for a Vauxhall Corsa Elite costs £317, while a halogen bulb for a lower spec version is just £17. Audi A1 SE trim owners will pay £18 for a new halogen bulb, but those with S-Line Nav models have to pay £211 for a new HID bulb and control unit. Claire Evans, What Car? consumer editor, said: “The longevity of HID bulbs makes them a viable option on a new car. However, if you are buying a used car as a second household vehicle or as a first car for a son or daughter, you – and they – could be landed with a massive repair bill for a blown bulb that could even render the car a write-off due to it being uneconomical to repair.” Greg Whitaker, editor of What Car?’s sister title Car and Accessory Trader expects replacement costs of headlight units will fall in the future as the aftermarket sector catches up to the technology: “It’s happened in the past with a number of car parts. The floating speedometer needle in the Mercedes C-Class was prone to breaking and AC Tronics created a fix for this. And the ECU in the Vauxhall Meriva had some fragile components that frequently broke, so a fix for this was also created.” The full report is available in the December issue of What Car?

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www.theleader.info Continued From Page One Remembrance

The first local event took place on Friday where children, staff and parents, from the Phoenix International School in San Miguel de Salinas, joined with members of The Orihuela Costa Branch of the Royal British Legion to pay their respects to the fallen.

Monday 12th - Sunday 18th November, 2018 nitaries and wreath holders, moved to the cenotaph located in the church garden area, where the wreath laying ceremony was led by the Branch President. A carvery lunch followed for members of the RBL and their guests at the Club in Quesada. Sunday morning’s focus of Remembrance was at the Capilla de las Mil Palmeras where the

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how pleased he was to have such a close relationship with the RBL and how much he, and the people of Spain, shared with their thoughts and sentiments at this time. Pastor Keith Brown responded by thanking the people of Pilar de la Horadada and Orihuela for the wonderful support they have provided in the holding this event.

The service was concluded with the National Anthems of Spain and the United Kingdom after which the ceremony moved out to the brand new Garden of Remembrance, completely refurbished by the Ayuntamiento of Pilar de la Horadada, where dignitaries and guests laid their wreathes in remembrance after which branch and members of the public added their own poppy crosses in memory of family members and lost friends.

Accompanied by The RBL Band the children sang a selection of hymns and songs from the period, after which they read poems written by and dedicated to First World War veterans, as they took part in an outdoor service led by the RBL Chaplain of Spain North, Pastor Keith Brown.

Flanked by a large number of the general public the Pipes and Drums then led over a hundred and fifty members of the congregation from the church to the Mil Palmeras Olympia Restaurant where members and guests enjoyed a delightful buffet lunch.

On Saturday the commemoration moved to Torrevieja where the local RBL Branch held ceremony in a packed La Siesta Church, into which the RBL standards, as well as those of RAFA, RNA and RMA, were escorted by the splendid Torrevieja Pipes and Drums. As they formed up in front of the altar the service got underway with a prayer from Father Richard Seabrook, officiating chaplain, followed by the RBL Exhortation and then, most significantly of all, the Last Post played by Ian Gibson of the JB Brass Band. The music was provided by the Royal British Band in Spain led by David Last and the Crescendo International choir. In his sermon, Fr Richard spoke of his connection to WW1 through his grandfather who served in the trenches in France before moving to Palestine as he proudly held aloft his campaign medals and photographs The lessons were read in English and Spanish by branch President Gill Burden and Debbie Winston after which a poem to the fallen was read by Carol Stockwell. Andy Kirkwood sang ‘Bring him home’ after which the standards, followed by dig-

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Orihuela Costa and District Branch held its annual service led by Pastor Keith Brown, with the event being relayed both on a large screen and by sound to a congregation of over 600 people. Guests included the British Vice Consul Sara Munsterhjelm and the Chairman of the RBL Spain District North, Don Cubbon. They were joined by the mayor of Pilar de la Horadada, Ignacio Ramos, and five of his councillors along with Orihuela councillors Sofia Alvarez and Luisa Boné. Gerald Turner of Blevins Franks, who sponsored the Order of Service, represented the business community, along with Anne Martinez Hoth, of Quiron Salud Hospital.

Cllr Pilar Samper and mayor Ignacio Ramos

Gran Alacant and La Marina Branch of the Royal British Legion, in association with the Ayuntamiento of San Fulgencio, also held their annual Service of Remembrance on Sunday while The Royal British Legion in Hondon Valley had conducted theirs a day earlier in Hondon de las Frailes It was on to Campoverde for the final event of the weekend where, on Sunday evening, where once

Photo: David Stokes again the event was well supported and following the last post, reveille and the laying of a wreath, many of the congregation stayed behind to enjoy refreshments in the church garden. The National Service of Remembrance was originally conceived as a commemoration of the war dead of the First World War but after the Second World War the scope of the ceremony was extended to focus on the nation’s dead of both World Wars, and in 1980 it was widened once again to extend the remembrance to all who have suffered and died in conflict in the service of their country and all those who mourn. But of course Remembrance is not just about those who fought in the last two World Wars, it is also held in respect of those involved in the many other conflicts worldwide and those who are still fighting for peace and freedom even now. It is also about all of us learning from the past and resolving to make the world a better place in which to live, and with so many more children becoming involved in the event here on the Costa Blanca we are now rather more assured that the future of remembrance is in increasingly safe hands. Children from the Phoenix International school commemorated Remembrance on Friday

Pastor Keith Brown was assisted by lay preacher Stephen Treseder while lessons and readings were delivered by Don Ignacia and Dña Sofia, along with Sara Munsterhjelm, Gerald Turner, Branch Vice chairman Walter Shatford and Councillor Pilar Samper. There was also a moving performance of ‘Bring him home’ faultlessly sung by RBL supporter Stevie Spit. The RBL Band in Spain again provided the musical accompaniment to the hymns led by their MD David Last. Prior to the service, the RBL standards, as well as those of RAFA, RNA and RMA, were led to the church by the splendid Torrevieja Pipes and Drums. As the service got underway the congregation was addressed by Mayor Ignacio Ramos. He said

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The last post was performed by the Costa Blanca’s premier bugler Ian Gibson while the lament, ‘Lock Rannoch’, was played by the Torrevieja Pipes and Drums. Stevie Spit then brought the house down with his solo of the classic Remembrance melody from Les Miserables “Bring him home.” Two local schoolchildren, Angelina and Leticia, carried the peace candle to the altar, reciting a short prayer after they had done so which was also warmly received.

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The RBL Band played at both the Torrevieja and Orihuela Costa services

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Torrevieja councillor to testify in terrace controversy orreviejaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Court of Instruction Number 3 has called on Councillor Javier Manzanares (PSOE) to testify in relation to an investigation opened for alleged irregularities regarding the occupation of a public road with terraces in Torrevieja. The judicial appointment, which the mayor must attend, is scheduled for 29 November.

are located on the walk by the sea, which is in the public domain.

The proceedings have been opened following a complaint against the City Council filed by a private individual residing on the La Mata beachfront next to a terrace that that allegedly violates the conditions to operate on a public road.

The judicial action highlights the municipal inactivity and points out that the breach of the regulations of this well-known ice cream parlour goes back to 2014. However Manzanares, who will be running for mayor in the next municipal election, maintains that as soon as he was alerted of the irregularities, which date back to the days of the PP, he quickly put in measures to have them corrected.

The complainant says that the chairs and tables of the terrace Manzanares will be running for mayor in the next municipal election

A kiosk has also been erected in the area, displacing urban furniture, a bench and a wastebasket and newly installed bollards put in place by the Ministry of the Environment to allow the parking of supply trucks have also been removed.

The revenue from public road occupation is 1.7 million euros per year in Torrevieja. The use of terraces is supported by the payment of fees and the establishment must obtain a license. But the 600 terraces are supervised by just two local policemen who are even responsible for mediating the fees. There is no surveillance whatsoever during the night shift when even more abuses occur with the occupation of public space.

Seven airlines confirm operations from Corvera Seven airlines have now confirmed that they will operate from Corvera Airport when it opens its doors on 15 January.

establish connections with northern Spain, principally Asturias.

In addition to Jet2, Easyjet, TUI Fly Belgium and Ryanair, which have already confirmed their intention, at a recent meeting of the airport Board of Directors, it was announced that Norwegian, Aerlingus and Volotea will also be using the facility.

It was also said that Easyjet has increased the number of seats by 44% to 92,988, Jet2 has increased by 17%, band Ryanair by 5% with 49,575 seats.

In addition, Vueling has shown interest in operating routes with Barcelona. Norwegian will fly to and from the Nordic countries; Aerlingus will fly to Ireland; while Volotea will

These figures show an increase of 13% over the previous season confirming that Corvera airport is beginning to be accepted by members of the public. Meanwhile the Murcia Government has been pushing the airport at the World Travel Market held in London last week, in efforts to stimulate the British market in the region, which currently accounts for over 325,000 people, 40% of all visitors to the region and almost 42% of foreign tourist spending.

Three men being sought for alleged rape in San Javier The Civil Guard and the Local Police have begun an investigation to try to locate three men for an alleged attempt to rape a woman in a street in San Javier. According to sources, the attack took place around one o'clock on Saturday morning in Calle Maestre. Local police agents found the woman, wandering up the middle of the road in a state of shock. She explained that she had been having drinks with some friends in a nearby bar and that, on leaving the bar and

walking home, she had been assaulted by three men who had touched her and tried, to strip her naked. The agents searched the area for the suspects or a witness, but without success. They also went into the bar but the management was unable to help. The victim said that she didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know any of her attackers and neither was she able to provide a description. The three alleged aggressors are still being sought.

Easyjet has increased the number of seats by 44%.

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Orihuela and Torrevieja represented at London Fair Orihuela was represented at the World Travel Fair in London, which took place from 5-7 November, 5 to 7, where the councillor for tourism Sofía Álvarez, met with professionals from the sector, tour operators and managers of hotel chains, "in order to continue the positioning of Orihuela as a tourist destination.” This year, the Community held a free draw for people who passed through the Turisme Comunitat Valenciana stand, the prize being a free trip during Orihuela Holy Week next April. However the councillor said that most of her enquiries related to the well tried and tested aspects of tourism, sun, sea and golf.

Also at the fair was Torrevieja, where tourism councillor Fanny Serrano said that "the fair is one of the main international events of the industry along with Fitur in Madrid and the ITB which is held in Berlin, so the city of Torrevieja cannot be left behind in terms of tourism promotion".

Fanny Serrano with the contingent from Torrevieja

It is expected that this year the attendance will surpass the record figure of 87,794 visitors registered last year, which generated a total of 3,000 million euros in business volume. This year the WTM is hosting around 5,000 exhibitors from 182 markets and 10,500 professionals from across the globe.

Torrevieja, which has an important British population, be present at this event, not only to promote our city and its services, but to demonstrate security and tranquillity to our British residents."

Serrano has also said that "at a time when Brexit is a main talking point, we consider it important that

As well as the usual areas of tourism, this year the city will feature ornithological tourism, with the

ACTS donation in San Fulgencio Can Robin save the day? Following their successful production of Calendar Girls the Actors Community Theatre Society (ACTS) was delighted to be able to present a total of 2000 euros to four different charities in San Fulgencio. The services work with children and young people, through music and sport, those suffering from Alzheimer's, and families in crisis.

Representatives of the services are shown with some of the members of ACTS, along with Paulino Herrero the councillor for La Marina Urbanisation. A 2019 calendar produced to complement the production is still available (contact ACTS through Facebook) and the pro-

Rehearsals are now in full, hilarious swing for the Stagestruck Christmas pantomime, Robin Hood and Babes in the Wood. The wicked witch Merkela and Sherriff Chump are after the Babes, Theresa and Boris – but can Robin Hood save the day and win the hand of the lovely Maid Marion? To find out come along to Teatro Cardenal Belluga from 6th-8th December and join in the fun. Tickets are 8 euros and include a drink. Available from; The Card Place, Benimar – The Post Box, Dona Pepa – Leaf’s Restaurant (on the Lemon Tree Road) – Cards and More, La Marina

ceeds will all go to support

Te reserve and collect at the door: Telephone 625 883 387 or email stagestruck.show@gmail.com

those suffering from cancer.

Net proceeds go to the Alzheimer’s Society and other local charities.

Natural Park of Lagunas de Torrevieja and La Mata. Serrano did say, however, that she was particularly disappointed by the lack of an invitation to the launch at the fair of La Vuelta, the significance being that in 2019 the event will start in Torrevieja.

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An international reference point for skiers and tourists alike

ocated in the heart of the Penibético system, the southernmost of the three systems of mountain ranges of the Baetic, in the southern Iberian Peninsula, in the municipality of Monachil (Granada), the Sierra Nevada is the southernmost ski resort in Europe and home to the highest peaks in the Iberian Peninsula (Veleta at 3,394 m and Mulhacén at 3,478 m), all just 100 Km from the Mediterranean sea and the Costa Tropical. It has a total of 115,6 skiable kilometres on 120 marked pistes, the quality of the snow, the exceptional treatment of the slopes and the complementary leisure offer make the Sierra Nevada an international reference point and a must for both the modern skier and tourists of the 21st century.

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closes in April, or May if the temperature allows for the use of snow cannons. Precautions and recommendations Firstly, get information regarding piste, weather and snow conditions. You should be aware of regulations for using facilities at the resort. You should respect queues and wait in the designated areas.

Sun and Snow are assured in this emblematic environmental paradise which was declared a Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO in 1986, and which acquired National Park status in 1989.

You must pay attention to the explanations, suggestions and requirements of resort staff, who wear corresponding uniforms or identification. You must also respect all on-piste warnings and information.

Snow and Sun, Beach and Mountain, Sport and Leisure, Art and Gastronomy, Shopping and Relaxation in any one of a number of high quality Spa’s, Sierra Nevada offers you the perfect experience, and absolute paradise for snow lovers.

Remember that ski passes are nontransferable, and do not ski off-piste or at the piste edge to avoid entering in prohibited or dangerous areas.

It is the main Ski Resort in southern Europe, where more sunny days per year can be enjoyed, and the perfect place in which to practice all winter sports. The quality of its facilities and services, together with its lively atmosphere, make the resort a first rate gathering point for all snow lovers.

If you are skiing or snowboarding for the first time, get an instructor to show you the basics and don't forget The 29-year old Grenadian Reyes Santa-Olalla to wear a helmet. It is also a good idea to hire your equipment the first time, before making the full investment.

Don’t miss out the wide offer of snow sports and activities which you can practice during the day, while at night fun is also guaranteed: night-skiing, tapas and drinks alongside the slopes, restaurants, discos, etc. Light, warmth. Feel the South. Enjoy snow and much more… Sierra Nevada focuses its developments for the new winter season in a line similar to those of the last year, supporting the family skiing, and strengthening the youth sports scene at Superparque Sulayr, which has now established itself as a freestyle area in the Sierra Nevada after expansion with the introduction of a number of new elements aimed at covering the different user levels as well as many new disciplines of snow (snowboarding and freestyle). The ski season always depends on the climate conditions that year, but the resort usually opens in Early December, the last weekend in November or first in December depending on how the year falls, and

Above all, know your limits and choose the most appropriate piste for your level. Necessary equipment The equipment you will need depends on the level and discipline to be practised, although the basic elements for skiing are boots, skis (short ones for beginners), bindings and poles. If you are snowboarding, simply exchange the skis for a snowboard. As far as clothing and accessories are concerned, you should use synthetic, breathable undergarments, fleece, ski suit, waterproof/breathable trousers and anorak, suitable sunglasses for skiing. Lastly, don't forget your skin: high-factor sun cream and lip protection.

CINEMA PILAR English Language Cinema in Pilar de la Horadada Calle Canalejas 4 Thursday, 1st November at 7:00 p.m. Due to a local fiesta there will be no film on Saturday

SOLO: A STAR STORY Board the Millennium Falcon and journey to a galaxy far, far away in 'Solo: A Star Wars Story,' an adventure with the most beloved scoundrel in the galaxy.

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ANSWERS QUICK ACROSS: 1 Yearbook; 5 Rang; 9 Mass; 10 Reprisal; 11 Diary; 12 Capture; 13 Independently; 18 Terrific; 19 Gate; 20 Referee; 21 Havoc; 22 Mild; 23 Standing. DOWN: 2 Evasion; 3 Reserve; 4 Over-confident; 6 Assault; 7 Gallery; 8 Triple; 13 Interim; 14 Direful; 15 Pliers; 16 Niggard; 17 Let-down. CRYPTIC CRYPTIC ACROSS: 1 Flamingo; 5 Spiv; 9 Lees; 10 Coverage; 11 Moral; 12 Heroine; 13 Interest rates; 18 Fair play; 19 Rail; 20 Retired; 21 Vague; 22 Odds; 23 By halves. DOWN: 2 Lie down; 3 Massage; 4 Good husbandry; 6 Pianist; 7 Viewers; 8 Wearer; 13 Inferno; 14 Twisted; 15 Report; 16 Airmail; 17 Epicure.

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DOWN 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 14. 16. 17. 19. 21.

Frequently (5) Candidate (7) Followed (6) Clay brick (5) Vie (7) Wary (11) Fraternity (11) Associate (7) Fan (7) Confer (6) Consecrate (5) Educate (5)

L EA D E R T R I V I A Q U I Z 1. Which language was invented by Ludwik Zamenhof? 2. Which modern English city was known to the Romans as Venta Bulgarum? 3. Which mythical creature had the head of an eagle and the body and legs of a lion? 4. Which two colours are most commonly confused? 5. Who designed the lions in Trafalgar Square? 6. Who destroyed the Midianites? 7. Who discovered Greenland? 8. Who killed King Faisal of Saudi Arabia? 9. What nationality was Mick Jagger?s first wife, Bianca? 10. Who made everything he touched invisible? 11. Who was the longest-serving unelected US President? 12. Who was the Roman god of fire? 13. Who was transformed into a laurel tree? 14. Who were the ascetics who lived on top of pillars? 15. Whose last words were ‘Let not poor Nelly starve’? 16. Whose motto is ‘Blood and Fire’? 17. With which artistic movement was Mark Rothko associated?

Ford, 12. Vulcan, 13. Daphne, 14. Stylites, 15. Charles II, 16. The Salvation Army , 17. Abstract Expressionism, 18. Guitar, 19. Cello, 20. John Inman, 21. The Birdman of Alcatraz, 22.

DOWN 2. Admit the French metal (3,2) 3. Trembles and splinters (7) 4. Comfort thus with fancy material (6) 5. Snake found in disco, braggart said! (5) 6. Run late, but not into siding (7) 7. Incompetent watchman has low prospects (4,4-3) 8. At that time drew low output in America (3,3,5) 14. Half a score clever? It's feasible! (7) 16. Moral part of the twentieth I call it (7) 17. Strange boy has better then even chances (6) 19. Breaking them puts one out of line (5) 21. Through which hitch-hiking is on the up and up? (5)

18. With which musical instrument is Django Reinhardt associated? 19. With which musical instrument is Pablo Casals associated? 20. Who played Mr Humphries in Are You Being Served? 21. By what name was long-term prisoner Robert Franklin Stroud better known? 22. From which country do Gurkhas come? 23. From which fruit is slivovitz made? 24. In which century did Genghis Khan rule? 25. Of what are Honiton and Mechelen forms? 26. To which plant family does asparagus belong? 27. Whose apprentices were known as tumblers? 28. In which part of which country did businessman Asil Nadir take refuge after he was accused of fraud in the running of Polly Peck? 29. What was the real name of the man thought to have been a Nazi known as ‘Ivan the Terrible’, who went on trial in Israel for war crimes in 1993? 30. Whose last words are reputed to have been: ‘I shall hear in heaven’?

1. Esperanto , 2. Winchester , 3. Griffin , 4. Green and red , 5. Landseer, 6. Gideon , 7. Eric the Red, 8. His nephew, Prince Faisal, 9. Nicaraguan, 10. Autolycus, 11. Gerald

ACROSS 1. Almost the winner as 100 waste very little time (5,6) 9. Rail not bent being tested (7) 10. Go red when learner is found in shrub (5) 11. The extent of her anger (5) 12. Erratic arching in mortification (7) 13. So tube can be dull (6) 15. About fifty underneath roar like bulls (6) 18. Related to benevolent Communist (7) 20. He will get a ring and answer thus (5) 22. From a town, and almost polite! (5) 23. The contents of a bag of dismissal notices? (7) 24. Somehow lends lasses ever decreasing amounts (4,3,4)

ACROSS 1. Face (11) 9. Land feature (7) 10. Proprietor (5) 11. Law (5) 12. Component (7) 13. Charted (6) 15. Wax cylinder (6) 18. Allegory (7) 20. Correspond (5) 22. Kayak (5) 23. Twister (7) 24. Reliable (11)

Nepal, 23. Plums, 24. The thirteenth, 25. Lace, 26. Lily, 27. Window cleaners, 28. Turkish-occupied north Cyprus, 29. John Demjanjuk, 30. Ludwig van Beethoven

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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.

Red, White or Blue?

must first confess to having a very simplistic knowledge of wine. I know what I like and what I don’t like. I will not spend a lot of time and money on fancy labels, nor will I indulge in that ridiculous time-wasting drama of ‘someone who knows wine’ - tasting it before it is poured knowingly by the waiter. If the wine is ‘off’, I would send it back. As an alternative, just sniff the cork; it really is that simple, and saves an awful lot of time. What colour of wine do you prefer? I like white wine during a sunny lunchtime snack and maybe a chilled red during a warm evening. I tend to opt for a Canarian or Spanish wine, mainly out of loyalty to my adopted country, but I guess that my favourites are the island wines, and particularly those from Lanzarote. Now what about a blue wine? I had the pleasure of trying a blue wine recently. I was initially a little doubtful, but since blue is my favourite colour and it was glowing temptingly in the sunshine, I didn’t hesitate. After the first tentative sip, I knew that I was hooked. Not only did the deep, rich blue colour look amazing, but it suited my palette perfectly. Yes, it was on the sweet side, but it was the kind of sweetness that fits so well on a hot sunny day by the swimming pool or in a bar overlooking the sea.

To many ‘wine connoisseurs’, the very idea of a blue wine is truly a horrific concept, yet it is already made in several Spanish wineries. I am told that blue wine is a mix of mainly white and a little red wine, as well as freshly crushed grape juice. The blue colour is based upon using two pigments, anthocyanin, which is found in the skin of red grapes, and indigo carmine. It is best described as a blend of technology and the best that nature can provide.

b y Bar rie Mahoney Manufacturer Gïk blends different varieties of red and white grapes with two organic pigments to turn it blue

I am also told that blue wine has received mixed reviews, including from the Paris ‘Ritz’, who described it as “surprising”. Whether that is ‘surprisingly good’ or ‘surprisingly bad’, I have yet to find out, whilst the UK’s Telegraph referred to it as “a gimmick”, which probably means it is very nice, but they don’t want anyone else to know about it. Sadly, in Europe the new blue wine has to be labelled as an “alcoholic drink”, since the authorities have decreed that it cannot be a wine, because it is blue, which leaves me very confused about the status of rosé wine.

about that one, so think I will maintain my loyalty to wines from Lanzarote and the other islands, but I do recommend that you try the blue wine if you get the opportunity.

Enterprising Spanish wineries are now producing a wide range of alternatives to the usual red and white wines. It is now possible to buy a blue, sparkling cava, a red wine that is infused with Earl Grey tea, as well as a white wine that includes a hint of Sencha tea from Japan, which sound challenging. There is also another newcomer to the range that is red and spicy, called ‘Bastarde’. I am not at all sure

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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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. Clasicos Legendarios have the following used vehicles for sale: Jaguar XKR 2007. 115.000KM. LHD. Convertible. Black/ Magnolia leather. Extras including polybushes, milltek brakes and modified exhaust €27.500 Jaguar XFR. 29.000KM. LHD. White/Black leather. Very desirable car. Like brand new. €37.000 Jaguar XKR 2001. 27.000KM. LHD. British racing green/magnolia leather. Like brand new. €22.950 Jaguar XJS 4.0L 1995. Low KM. LHD. Convertible. €23.995 Jaguar XJS V12 5.3L. 1988. 159.000KM. RHD. Black/Grey leather. Rare collectable car. €17.995

Jaguar S-Type 2.5L V6 230.000KM. RHD. Anthracite (blue-grey). Impeccable condition. €3.000 Triumph TR4. Sold as is. For complete restoration. €7.000Visit our showroom in Redovan on Poligono San Carlos or call 965 030 924

Social and Clubs The next monthly meeting of the Orihuela Costa Branch of the Royal British Legion will be the AGM on 22 Nov at the Olympia Restaurant in Mil Palmeras starting at 7.30pm. All are welcome to join us for an evening of camaraderie and good company. RNA - The Royal Naval Assn meet at El Paraiso Restaurant behind Carrefour in Torrevieja at 3pm on the first Wednesday of every month. For info contact the secretary, Margaret Forshaw, on 966 92 1996 Age Concern Costa Blanca Sur is here to help you. Our aim is to assist with problem solving for the over 50’s and promote their well-being. We need volunteer Drivers and people to join our Residential Home Visiting Team.

You will visit people who live in a Residential Home, and take them out for a coffee either in a wheelchair or walking. If you think you can help Age Concern in this respect call into our centre at C/Paganini s/n, Urb. La Siesta 03184 Torrevieja or ring 966 786 887. Or you can email: costablanca@ageconcern.org.es Badminton in Pilar de la Horadada. Mon, Tues, Wed and Thurs. 10-12.30 pm. For information ring John McGilvray on 0034 965 27 2701 or Mobile 0034 634 658 506 or e mail carolejohn_3@hotmail.com Torrevieja Retired Activities Club meet on the third Wednesday in the month from 11-1pm at Marina Club Cafeteria, International Marina, Torrevieja. We have a speaker at our monthly meetings, or quiz, etc. Enjoy an activity once a month such as petanca, mini golf, 10 pin bowling, and on the first Sunday of the month we organise a restaurant lunch. 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.

HAH CB need you to help us help those in need in their own homes in areas surrounding Quesada, San Luis, La Siesta Torrevieja, La Mata, Orihuela Costa, Villamartin to Campoverde, short or long term medical conditions of all ages and nationalities. Contact our head office on 965 328 794 or email: charitycentre helpathomecb@gmail.com. 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? To find out more, come and join us for refreshments and a chat at our Centre in the Punta Marina Shopping Centre, by the Punta Prima roundabout, on the N332. (Volunteer positions are unpaid but expenses can be claimed).Email: spainsamsrecruits@outlook.com www.samaritansinspain.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 painting, sewing, general information, bereavement advice and more. Further info available at: oc.communitycare@gmail.com THE ROYAL BRITISH LEGION BAND IN SPAIN is looking for musicians, all instruments and of any nationality, to joint its band. We rehearse every Tuesday in Lomas de Cabo Roig. Call or email the MD, David Last, 638 108 078 or last.david.1943@gmail.com

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

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Property for Sale Villamartin top-floor apartment in gated complex. 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. Lounge / diner. Kitchen. Balcony. Lift to all floors. Communal pool in wellmaintained gardens. Roof solarium with fabulous views. € 115.000. Tel. 604 152 124 Villamartin. Second floor apartment overlooking pool and garden in gated complex. 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom. Large kitchen. Large lounge. Balcony. Lift. Roof solarium with fabulous views. € 115.000. Tel. 604 152 124 Below is a selection of just some of the properties currently available with Spanish Riviera Homes. If you would like additional info on any of our properties below Email: property@spanishrivierahomes.com or call: +34 617 537 866 La Siesta, Very cheap four bedroom, two bathroom detached Spanish villa for sale in La Siesta, Torrevieja. Four bedroom, two bathroom detached villa on a large plot. Reduced in price for a quick sale and is now selling at around €40,000 under the market value! Fully-fitted kitchen, white goods, lounge / diner, private swimming pool, fully-furnished. Ref: 000923. Euro 209,950 Torrevieja First floor apartment, 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 300m from the sea, terrace with open view, 50m2 living area. 94.000 euro. Reference: 000828. Torrevieja, Fifth floor apartment, 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 70m2 living area with 40m2 terrace, communal swimming pool, communal solarium, lift. 109.950 euro. Reference 000881

area, 225m2 plot, communal swimming pool. 184.950 euro. Reference: 000879 Orihuela-Costa, South-facing apartment, 2 bedrooms, communal swimming pool, communal gardens, beachside N332, high quality finishings. 74.950 euro. Reference: 000877 Rojales, Doña Pepa, Townhouse, Two bedrooms, both with terraces, in a great location.

Refurbished throughout with fully fitted kitchen. Solarium. Close to all amenities. 115,000 euro Ref: 000911 Torrevieja, Ground floor apartment, 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, close to beach, shops, bars, restaurants, bus station. 64.950 euro. Reference: 000876 Torrevieja, Ground floor bungalow, 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, dining room, American kitchen,

conservatory, fully furnished with air-conditioning, off-road parking, communal swimming pool. € 94.950. Reference: 000912 Orihuela-Costa Ground floor bungalow, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, South-facing, large living room with chimney, American kitchen, furnished, communal swimming pool € 144.950. Reference: 000916 Orihuela-Costa, Ground floor bungalow, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, large corner garden, spacious living area, American kitchen, furnished, communal swimming pool. € 134.950. Reference: 000814

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RBL Band welcomes International trombonist

Helen’s Story S Samaritans in Spain

am Arthur is the most recent addition to the Royal British Legion Band in Spain.

I felt calmer, more at ease, and ready to make my own decisions after confiding in the Samaritans. Helen used Samaritans’ text service to help her through problems she was having with her partner. Nowhere else to turn “I have contacted Samaritans by text a number of times. It was mainly around the time I was having problems with my (now ex) partner. "I needed someone to talk to, in confidence, without anyone knowing. I was feeling really low, upset, angry and worried about my relationship, and didn’t know where else to turn. “I heard about the texting service through a friend. As I have a hearing impairment, phone calls can be very difficult for me and I am more at ease when texting people, so it was a great option for me. “Samaritans helped me by listening (well reading!) to what I said and responding by asking questions and offering support. “My experience of using the text service was good, even though there were times when I had to wait a while for a response. "I felt calmer, more at ease, and ready to make my own decisions after confiding in them. "I think my life would be quite different if I hadn’t sought help from Samaritans. “I still experience problems with depression and anxiety, but I am much better than I was when I first contacted Samaritans. “The Samaritans’ text service is fantastic, particularly for people like me who have problems with anxiety as you don’t have to speak. I have recommended it to a few of my friends. You can now use WhatsApp to contact Samaritans via CHAT or a VIDEO CALL. Just Call 634 325 906 our Dedicated Line to Arrange. We are SAMARITANS IN SPAIN – You Talk We Listen. Phone FREEPHONE 900 525 100 Email: pat@samaritansinspain.com

A professional Bass Trombone player who has recently made the move to Spain, Sam initially showed little interest in music as a youngster until around the age of 8, when he began by learning the Saxophone. After years of playing he decided to change to the Bass Trombone at aged 16. Although a late starter to the instrument it all seemed very natural and he spent years playing in youth ensembles in Artforms Leeds, including the Symphony Orchestra, the Wind Orchestra, the Big Band and the Brass Band. The next big step for Sam was when he gained an unconditional place to study at the Royal Northern College of Music in Manchester and obtained a BMus (Hons) Degree, followed by a Postgraduate Diploma in Orchestral Studies. During his time at the conservatoire Sam played with various ensembles and whilst still studying he gained work with the professional Symphony orchestras in the area, including the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra, Hallé Orchestra,

Orchestra of Opera North and the BBC Philharmonic Orchestra, finishing up working with the BBC Symphony Orchestra and the BBC Philharmonic Orchestra as well as others in and around the UK and abroad. On the 24th of November Sam will be performing a solo concerto by American composer Chris Brubeck, for the weekend of the patron Saint: Santa Cecilia with the Union Musical San Fulgencio. A huge privilege for an English performer to be invited by a Spanish band to do this. The concert will take place in the Teatro Cardenal Belluga in San Fulgencio. Sam is keen to continue a musical career over here in Spain and has already been added to the deputy lists for many of the professional Symphony Orchestras throughout Spain. He is readily available for concerts, recitals, studio work and teaching privately or group coaching. For more information please Tel. +44 7912 369656 or Email: sam.arthurbb77@gmail.com If you would like more info about playing in the RBL Band contact the MD, David Last at: last.david.1943@gmail.com

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EURONICS THURSDAY DART LEAGUE “THE ELECTRICAL SHOP” - BLUE LAGOON Thursday 8th November- Results Week 6 Angels Arrows Chemies Chicks El Capitan Fire Station BW Hub Hyenas Junction Jackals Patti’s Panthers Pint Depot Jesters

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

P 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6

W 6 5 5 5 4 3 3 2 2 2 1 1 1 1 1 1

6-6 3-9 9-3 6-6 12-0 11-1 5-7 2-10

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

Chemies Loungers Las Rosas Bullies Junction Jaguars Ale House Fire Station Green Watch Pint Depot Queens Hub Hellraisers Patti’s Pirates

L 0 0 0 1 2 2 2 3 3 4 4 4 4 4 5 5

F 58 51 47 56 46 44 40 35 32 26 29 25 23 20 24 20

A 14 21 25 16 26 28 32 37 40 46 43 47 49 52 48 52

+/44 30 22 40 20 16 8 -2 -8 -20 -14 -22 -26 -32 -24 -32

Pts 12 11 11 10 8 7 7 5 5 4 3 3 3 3 2 2

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Fire Station Black Watch v The Ale House Fire Station Black Watch got off to a flying start against the visitors from The Ale House. The combination of Kev, John, Barry and home Captain Les, Black Watch won two out of the three triples between them. Jim G, Karl O and André pulled one back for the visitors. More of the same continued in the pairs with Black Watch winning two out the three games helped by Barry scoring his customary 140, and home MOTM Gena and Kev. Karl M and Ian salvaged a game for The Ale House. So, at half time with the Fire Station team leading 4-2 the visitors looked a little worried. However, things definitely changed after the break, as The Ale House recovered their composure and took the first three singles thanks to Captain Karl M, the prodigy that is Jordan and visitors MOTM Alan. The marathon game between Paul and Jim U dragged on as Paul ended up in the madhouse while Jim U had several throws at D3 before clinching the game to the visitor´s relief. John and Les won their 2 singles for the home team to restore the balance. A real game of two halves saw honours shared at the end of a nail biting but enjoyable session at 6-6. Angels Arrows v Chemies Loungers A terrific game against a great bunch of lads, with Dave Wright 140 finish and Jim MacKay 3 x 100. Playing great darts James MacKay (Chemies Loungers) and Ron Chadwick (Angels Arrows) taking Man of The Match.

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Costa Blanca Petanca League by Sue Ward What a wonderful beginning this brand new Petanca league has had. Born out of controversy, but like a phoenix it has risen from the flames with a future that will only go from strength to strength. The league consists of 8 teams - 5 from Domino Bar in Los Altos, 2 from Amigo Belgas in Torrevieja and 1 from Pumas at Los Altos. The playing day will be on a Monday. It started with all teams playing the 1st part of a 3 part cup tournament up at Los Altos on 22nd October 2018. The atmosphere was so friendly yet competitive mixed with the excitement that is felt of a new project actually happens. The 2nd part will be played in December and the final part in March, when the winners are known. It is to be known as The Mumbai Blue Cup.

The league has attracted some good sponsorship, One-Way Services in Cuidad Quesada, Mumbai Blue Restaurant in La Florida and Viajes Dreamworld in Torrevieja. Thank you all for your very generous support. The league started properly on Monday 29th October. The playing order is different to the other local leagues in as much as 9 games are played, so there will always be a winning team. 2 x triples & 1 double, 2 x triples & 1 double, 3 x doubles, of which 1 must be a ladies. On the second double the home team must change both players. This formula proved to be a great hit with the teams playing in their first match, on a very chilly day!!

Country Bowls Club by Jo Richardson The Flamingos travelled to Greenland’s on Monday. Our old sister club is blessed with some fine bowlers and so each rink was keenly contested.By early afternoon, however, the game had taken on a different look and the Flamingos went on to record another fine away win. Results are; Sylvia Rennie, Dave Smith and Jim Rennie 11 – 21, Pat Ray, Peter Robins and Brian Ray 30 – 21, Ben Noke, Pat Emmet and Ray Emmet 20 – 13, Dennis Wade, Les Turner and Phil Warrington 20 – 21, John Jukes, Derek Jiggins and Geoff Paylor 23 – 28 Friday saw the Gecko’s arriving at a green that had experienced a wild hailstorm through the night and Graham, the owner, working the carpet brush to clear the sitting water and make the green playable. After a couple of hours of hard work the game was back on. San Miguel were tough opposition coming to Country Bowls from a great win against the top of the league team Mazarron Miners. The Gecko’s played hard and fought in difficult high winds

resulting in a great win. The winners were Pat Patton, Den Wade and Brian Patton. 26 – 10, Ben Noke, Pat Ray and Brian Ray. 22 – 18, And Brenda Jiggins, Derek Jiggins and Ray Emmet. 18 – 13. Shots 95-88, pts 8 – 4. Our second game on Friday were the Cubs away to Vista Bella Conquistadors on a very windy afternoon. Whilst the bowls ran straight on one hand and swung far on the other, it took both teams all their skills and talent just to play to the jack. A closer game could not have been predicted with Country Bowls taking the shot difference of 6 and winning on 3 rinks. Overall score 8 – 4 to the Cubs. Winning rinks Joel Fernandez, Craig Dyson and Andy Bryce, Chris Stevens, Dot Davies and Peter Robins, and lastly Rob Hallam, Dave Smith and Niel West. A great week for Country Bowls, congratulations Cubs on a great win. Onwards and upwards. For information please contact on email grahamandjo7@gmail.com , tel 966 19 1552 or visit the website www.countrybowlsmurcia.com

Torrevieja Darts Ladies Organisation Hot 100’s: Karen Christopher, Pam Horton, Gail Murray,

Founders Shield - Week 9 Results: Primadonnas

12 - 10 Wildcats at Macklin’s

Macklin’s Dolly Mixtures 15 - 10 Friendly Chicas Friendly Temps

17 - 6 Gap Ladies

El Balcon Chicas

13 - 9 Black Dog Ladies Legs(p) Legs(s)

Tracey Simpson, Pamela Taylor, Elaine Willis, Pat Wood, Bliss Wright

Top Highest Checkouts to date: Lin Cousins 104, Patricia

GAME RESULTS (Wk 9)

Pts

Black Dog Ladies

El Balcon Chicas

Friendly's Chicas

Friendly's Temps

Gap Ladies

Macklin’s Dolly Mixtures

Primadonnas

Wildcats at Macklin’s

Woods 94, Cynthia Jevons 90, Pam Horton 90

Least Darts: Cynthia Jevons 25 (week 6)

League table week 9

P Legs (P) Legs (S)

Pts

Gap Ladies

139

Macklin’s Dolly Mixtures 9

117

El Balcon Chicas

110

Friendly’s Chicas

102

Friendly's Temps

Black Dog Ladies

Hot Darts Week 6: Beatty Powell 140, Pamela Taylor 140, Sue Cam 135, Sue Cam 132, Angela Jeffrey 126, Simone de Lacy 125, Elaine Willis 123, Sharon Fain 122, Christine Simmonds 117, Groa Bryndis 116, Margaret Boden 115, Ann Wharton 108, Angela Jeffrey 102, Lilian Thomson 102, Lin Cousins101, Simone de Lacy 101

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In the Voyager Division both the Sputniks and the Pioneers visited El Rancho and both had good results.The Sputniks winning by 82 shots to 64 picking up 10 points against the Palaminos whilst the Pioneers won by 87 shots to 78 against the Raiders. For the Sputniks best winning rinks came from Hilary Clarke, Rod Edgerton and Alan Ralph and from Joe Kocsis, Molly Russell and Willie McEvoy both winning their matches by 5 shots whilst Dot Kocsis,Jim Eastwood and Lee Plummer won by 4 shots. For the Pioneers Pat Moore with Bill & Sue Jordan won by 19 shots and Joe Elkin,Derek Smith and Rab Logan won by 13 shots. In the Enterprise Division the Apollos entertained Quesada Pearls and won by 105 shots to 60 picking up 10 points.Star performance came from the rink of Derek Biggs,Jenny Bowman and Irene Mangan winning 23 shots to 8. Our Winter League team travelled to Bonalba and won on 2 of the 5 rinks picking up 4 points. A further rink was close which would have enabled a draw with their opponents. In the Southern League A Division the Blues visited San Luis Lions and picked up 2 points the overall match shots being 64-111 winning on the rink of Joy & Brian Gardiner with Jean Cooper by 18 - 14. In the B Division the Golds played their re-arranged home game against El Rancho Broncos and won by 116 shots to 69 picking up 10 points with biggest winning rink coming from Jo Elkin,Tony Dalton and Vic Mahomet winning 37-13. They were closely followed by Derek Smith, Val Dalton and Rab Logan winning by 16 shots and Doug Beattie, Norman Adcroft and Fay Beattie winning by 15 shots. The Golds then on Friday travelled to San Luis Leopards and had an excellent 118-62 shots victory.the team picked up 11 points to the Leopards 1. Well played to all of the team keeping up their winning run.

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San Miguel Bowls Club by Gail Willshire The Dalmatians were home to Greenland’s Maples this week and managed an 8 points to 4 victory, 99 shots to 82. The highest winning rink belonged to Bob Nesbitt, Dave Champion & Barbara Scotthern (remember mentioning them last week too!) 25:8. The Pointers took over in the afternoon beating the San Luis Romulans 8:4 with 101 shots to 64. The 2 losing rinks lost by the smallest of margins but the glory went to Bob Hanton, Ann Allen & Dave Greenland winning 27:8. The Beagles were away at San Luis facing the Trekkers but were able to win on just 1 rink with overall shots 90:92 – how close was that! Well done to Dave Johnson, Val Hignett & Mary Dyer winning 27:17. As the rain increased, the Alsatians turned up to face the Klingons and faired no better, 72 shots to 109. Well done to Anita Brown, Ron Nairey & Eddie Cowan (another deja-vu moment) for getting the 2 points, 20:10. The Winter League team was at home to Greenlands this week, taking the match 8 points to 4, 87:82. The highest winners were Don Whitney, Val Collier, Chris Collier & Stuart Denholm 23:6, helping to get the team to 2nd place. On Friday, the Boxers travelled to Country Bowls to take on the Geckos and came away with 4 points, 88 shots to 95. The highest winners, here we go again! Bob Nesbitt and Barbara Scotthern, this time teamed up with Ann Young. However, the win of the week went to the Bulldogs who welcomed the Emerald Isle Claymores to SMBC and finished with 10 points, 90 shots to 65. The losing rink only lost by 2, but the gold star, as last week, belonged to Sandy Hannan, Tom Dalgleish & Dave Greenland, 25 points to 9.

In the C Division the Silvers played the Rangers at a very windy El Rancho and lost by 96 shots to 51.

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

Well done to Joe Kocsis, Ken Stringfellow and John Clarke who managed to win on their rink by 20 shots to 13 picking up 2 points for the Silvers.

For further information on San Miguel Bowls Club please contact the President Stuart Hemmings on 965720461, or the Secretary Gail Willshire on 965 02 0492.

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La Marina Bowls Club by Barry Latham Off we go again another exciting week. Not so good to start with though as the Explorers lost 9 – 3 at home to the Vistabella Albatrosses. Mike Stone and Co carrying on their winning ways 20 – 16. So well done Mike, Carol Smith and Steve Douglas. Peter Parsons, Don Fowkes and Barbara Forshaw had admirable draw at 20 – 20. Then away went the Pathfinders to play Vistabella Eagles and came away 12 – 0 winners much to the delight of Captain Jean Perchard and Hubby Terry who won 18 – 11 with help from Margaret Sadler. Not to be out done Barry Sadler, Dave McGaw and Desna Lowe won 26 – 14. Dave Hadaway, Bernie Carr and Jean Tregoing won 18 – 12 while John Withers, Mike Lowe and Reg Jackson managed one less 17 – 12. Garth Slater, Paul Tregoing and Trevor Hancock had a nice 22 – 14 win. This puts the Pathfinders at the top of the Discovery League. Tuesday was Race Night; It started out as Rat Racing and has since progressed to its present form of Monkey Racing. I daren’t comment how it got that name. Over eighty people attended and it was an extremely funny and jovial evening with all punters having a great time. Sue Freeman was the overall Champion Jockey closely followed by Trevor Hancock. Thanks to all members who put in the time and effort to make it such a success. Not much success in the Winter league when we travelled up to Javea being beaten 10 – 2. Our winning rink was Don Fowkes, Peter Parsons, Jean Fowkes and Jan Parsons, well done to them. Come Friday and in the Southern League Div A the Ospreys cut the Greenland Oaks down to size with a 12 – 0 whopping. Rumour has it that the Captain might not get another game this year the way things are going. Roy Hart, Don Fowkes and Barbara Forshaw won 31 – 9. Peter Parsons, Wendy Latham and Anne Stone 18 – 15 winners. Mike Stone (the man in form), Cliff Rawlinson and Janet Parsons had a fine 15 – 10 win. Alex Whyte, Jim Reeves and Kathy Manning came back to win 23 – 18. Shirley Hadaway, Phil Pape and Margaret McLaughlin had a good win 21 – 10.

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Vistabella Bowls Club SAL Enterprise league Albatrosses away to La Marina Explorers. A good away result with three wins and a drawn game..some close calls. VB 97(9) - 86(3) LM. The Drivers were away to MonteMar Matadors, they had two big wins which gave them enough shots to win the long game making it a draw.. VB 103(6) - 83(6) MM. The Discovery league Eagles had a home game against La Marina Pathfinders, the opposition were strong and carried all the points back up the N332. VB 63(0) - 101(12) Come on you Eagles we know you can do it! The Voyager league Buggies also at home playing the Emerald Isle Saturn’s had four wins, the Saturn’s were penalised for not bringing a mixed team. VB 86(9) - 62(3) EI.

WINTER LEAGUE. Vistabella away to MonteMar, it was well worth the journey..three wins for another eight points. VB 90(8) - 75(4) MM. Great company and a lovely carvery before we hit the road homewards. Southern League A Div Lanzadores welcomed San Luis Tigers and had full points across the board sending the tigers home with their furry tails between their legs. Shots VB 105 (12) - 55(0) SL. The Picadors away to Emerald Isle Cavaliers had the reverse and came home with nil pois! VB 60(0) -113 (12) EL. C Div Swingers were away playing the Pumas at San Luis where they had another fantastic win taking all the points, VB 107(12) - 70(0) SL. The Conquistadors at home to the Country Bowls Cubs won on two rinks, the windy conditions made it tricky for both teams VB 81(4) - 87(8)CB.

Quesada Bowls Club On Monday, a very overcast day, Quesada Diamonds entertained the table topping Emerald Isle Titans. There were some very close games and whilst there were some showers, rain didn’t stop play! Emerald Isle Titans won on 3 rinks and drew on one rink after picking up 3 shots on the last end and Quesada Diamonds won on one rink and drew on one rink. Shots were 74 to Quesada Diamonds and 90 to Emerald Isle Titans. Score was 3 points to Quesada Diamonds and 9 points to Emerald Isle Titans. The friendly which was a very good game ended in Quesada's favour 23 shots to 13 shots. Meantime, Quesada Pearls were playing at La Siesta in similar cold and showery conditions. La Siesta Apollo’s had an excellent mornings bowls, leading all the way in a match that unfortunately ended with Quesada winning on only one rink. The final score was 10 points to La Siesta and 2 points to Quesada with the shots 105-60. In the Discovery Division, Quesada Rubies played at Emerald Isle against the Moonrakers who won

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the match 10-2 points and 113-58 shots. On Wednesday the Winter league team had an early start this week and travelled to Benitachell for their match. The match ended with 6 points to each team but Benitachell finished ahead 91-74. And on Friday, a glorious sunny, but rather windy day, Quesada Swifts hosted El Rancho. In a match that was played in excellent spirits with some good bowling from both teams, the Swifts ended the match with a good win of 9-3 points. Just a reminder that our popular Saturday morning chicken drive is open to visitors. Green fees are only 6 euros if you have your own shoes and bowls and 7 euros if you need to hire them. Anyone interested in taking part, please report to The Club, Quesada for a 9.30am start. For more information about our club, please contact our membership secretary Angie Goddard newleaf2014@hotmail.com New bowlers are always welcome and introductory coaching is available.

Monte Mar Bowls and Social Club Sponsored by The Pub, Bowling Abroad, Avalon, Lounge D, Rogers, La Piazza and The Belfry. Friday November 2nd - Monte Mar Matadors v Quesada Swans A very good result away at Quesada winning on two rinks and drawing on two. Well done everyone. Shots 97 – 79, Points 8 – 4 Monte Mar Toreadors v Horadada Royals. After the Toreadors good start to the season in division B it came to a halt against the Royals. The Toreadors won on one rink and drew on one rink. Well done to the winning rink of Jan and Bill Webster skip John Hunt.

Greenlands Bowls Club by Dave Webb In the Voyager Division, the Chestnuts were at home to Country Bowls Flamingos. Final score - shots 74 - 104. Points 4 - 8. Best winning rink -- Dave Field, Bert Bell, skip Graham Watt. 21 shots to 11. In the Discovery Division the Maples were away to San Miguel Dalmations. Final score - shots 82- 99. Points 4 - 8. Best winning rink - Heather Meston, Len Rudge,skip Chris Dewar. 23 13. In the Discovery Div , The Sycamores were at home to Horadada Falcons. final score shots 110 - 67. Points 10 - 2. Best winning rink - Pat Wray, Jim McClean, skip John Wray. 32 - 14.In the Winter League we visited San Miguel, it was perfect weather for bowling and resulted in a very close game with Greenlands winning two rinks and just losing one rink on the last end. shots 82 - 87. Points 4 - 8, Best winning rink Carol Rudge, Graham Watt, Len Rudge, skip Mel Brown. 29 shots to 15. In the Southern League C Division, The Cedars were at home to Emerald Isle Roundheads. final score , Shots 102 - 63. Points 10 - 2. Best winning rink - Zoe Wilcock, Carl Eagle, skip Ann Eagle. - 24 shots to 8. In the A Division, The Oaks were away to La Marina. Pipped to the post on a few rinks but unable to overcome a very good team on the day so no points to take away this time, Still onwards and upwards. for all enquires please telephone Chris Dewar on 698 418 987 or email dewarsinspain6246@gmail.com website. https://greenlandsbowls.wixsite.com/greenlandsbowlsclub

Monte Mar Toreadors v Mazarron Mariners - Another disappointing match for the Toreadors, maybe the long journey to Mazarron took its toll on the Toreadors. Winning on two rinks well done to Jan Soars, Phil Goble skip Rod Chamberlain, Sue Bounds, Iain Sheridan skip Graham Smythe. Shots Toreadors 88 – 102 Mariners, Points Toreadors 4 – 8 Mariners

Shots Toreadors 69 – 95 Royals, Points 3 – 9 Monday November 5th - Monte Mar Matadors v Vistabella Drivers

Shots Monte Mar 75 – 90 Vistabella, Points 4 – 8

A very hard fought game at home to Vistabells Drivers. The Matadors won on three rinks but lost the overall shots. Well done to the three winning rinks of Lynn Armitage, Ronnie Cairns skip Dave Melville, Pauline Merry, June Young skip Chris Merry, Mike Farrelly, Danny King skip Margaret Finlayson.

Friday November 9th - Monte Mar Matadors v Horadada Royals

San Luis Bowls Club by Sheila Cammack The week started with a cold drizzly, miserable Monday and finished on Friday with a cold, bright but very windy morning. Not really the results we wanted for some of our teams this week but hopefully we will do better next week. South Alicante League: Monday 5th SL Klingons home v SM Alsations; a great result 10pts-2, shots 109-72. Winners: Colin Jackson, June & Keith Jones 25-9, Steve Simmons, Pam Lockett, Ian Kenyon 20-12, William Holtham, Sabrina & Russell Marks 3211, Ann Holland, Keith Phillips, Ray Pollock 22-20. SL Trekkers

Todays game was played in very windy conditions. Winning on three rinks and losing on two but won the overall shots. Well done to the winning rinks of Gina Hindle, Ronnie Cairns skip Dave Melville, Tanya Oliver, Bill Judd skip Jack Burrell, Paula Cleeter, Pauline Woodfine skip Barrie Woodfine. Shots 88 – 85, Points 8 – 4 home v SM Beagles also a great result, 10pts-2, shots 92-90. Winners: Shirley Verity, Jo & Jules Pering 19-15, Helen Hammond, Bill Webb, Scott Malden 17-15, Pat Bird, Allen Bowen, Les Bedford 21-18, Kevin McKenna, Marina Beardsall, Barry Edwards 18-15. SL Vulcans: BYE. SL Romulans away v SM Pointers had a much better result this week, 4pts-8, 64 shots-101. Winners: Pat Baylis, Lyndon Johnson, Joe Millis 16-14, Chris Phillips, Terry Baylis, Geoff Francis 20-17. Wednesday 7th Winter League: BYE. Southern League: Friday 9th SL Lions away v LS Blues, eventually finished with a great result 10 pts-2, shots 101-64. Winners: Ann

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SOUTHERN LEAGUE 2018/19 RESULTS AND TABLES FRIDAY 26 OCTOBER

DIVISION A Greenland’s Oaks Quesada Swallows La Siesta Blues El Rancho Mustangs La Marina Ospreys San Miguel Bulldogs

80 88 79 102 89 76

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

(10) (8) (4) (10) (4) (6)

San Luis Lions (2) Emerald Isle Cmores (4) Vistabella Picadors (8) San Luis Tigers (2) Vistabella Ldores (8) Emerald ICavaliers (6)

71 78 94 64 100 89

P 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4

W 13 12 12 13 11 12 8 8 9 8 6 5

Diff 79 49 106 74 50 -1 -26 -30 -59 -70 -75 -97

Pts 34 33 31 30 28 27 21 20 20 18 14 12

(8) La Manga Crus (4) Quesada Swifts (12) La Siesta Golds (12) El Rancho Broncos (9) Quesada Swans (6) San Miguel Boxers

(4) (8) (0) (0) (3) (6)

53 86 51 47 86 96

P 4 4 4 4 4 4 3 4 3 4 4 4

L Win 2 4 8 3 6 2 8 2 9 3 11 1 7 2 13 2 8 2 13 1 12 0 15 1

Diff 201 83 51 111 -10 -38 -71 -92 -44 -46 -65 -80

Pts 44 30 30 28 27 20 19 18 17 16 14 10

(12) (10) (4) (2) (10)

El Rancho Rangers Country BCubs La Siesta Silvers La Marina Merlins Greenlands Elms

(0) (2) (8) (10) (2)

41 68 91 130 47

P 4 4 4 3 3 4 4 3 3 2 4

W 14 14 13 11 8 8 6 6 5 4 5

Diff 191 222 155 128 -31 -133 -119 -85 -69 -41 -218

Pts 37 34 34 26 18 17 15 14 11 10 10

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

L 5 7 7 7 9 8 10 12 11 12 14 15

Win 3 4 3 2 3 1.5 1.5 2 1 1 1 1

DIVISION B San Luis Leopards Country B Geckos Montemar Matadors Mazarron Miners Montemar Toreadors Horadada Royals

115 78 106 144 99 83

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

W 18 12 12 12 11 9 7 7 6 7 6 5

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

DIVISION C Emerald Isle Outlaws Greenlands Cedars San Luis Pumas Vistabella Con’dors Vistabella Swingers

144 115 81 67 132

Wednesday November 7th - Winter League Monte Mar v Vistabella At home to Vistabella Monte Mar won on two rinks and had close games on the others. Well done to the winning rinks of Pauline Merry, Sheila Roberts, Ronnie Cairns skip Chris Merry and Jan Soars, June Young, Phil Goble skip Dave Melville.

Shots Matadors 83 – 103 Drivers, Points Matadors 6 – 6 Drivers

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

L Win 5 4 6 3 7 4 4 2 7 1 12 1.5 13 1 9 1 10 0.5 6 1 15 0

Holland, Sheila Cammack, Ray Pollock 23-12, Margaret Morrison, Steve Simmons, Neil Morrison 27-12, Kath Reid, Pam Lockett, Ian Kenyon 16-11, Bob White, Keith Phillips, Ray Clarke 21-11. SL Tigers, away at Vistabella, had a hard time, being knocked over by the wind and the Lanzadores; 0 pts-12, shots 55-105. SL Leopards home v LS Golds, had a tough match; 1 pt-11, 62 shots-118. Well done: Steve Rossiter, Kath Waywell, Brenda Brown 16-16. SL Pumas home, against a very strong VB Swingers team, had some close games but unfortunately the result didn't go as hoped 0 pts-12, shots 70-107. www.sanluisbowls.byethost7.com or June Jones: 691 903 773.

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TOFFS and Eurogolf Societies at La Marquesa Tenth game of the season 2018/19 was the normal Stableford with 76 players. Overallwinners: 1st Glen Roberts (38), 2nd Bob Adkins (37), 3rd Steve Yoxall (36), 4th John Rush (36) Division 1 Winners: 1st Mike Foskett (36), 2nd Dave Wickenden (36), Division 2 Winners: 1st Gordon Bourne (33), 2nd Jim Weston (33), Division 3 Winners: 1st Monique Reeve (36), 2nd John Cross (34), NTP: (Men): Hole (5) Gary Grierson, (11) Pete Cleaver,

(15) David Gregson (17) Clive Horne NTP: (Ladies): Hole (5) None, (11) Claire Daye-Gretton (15) None (17) Monique Reeve Best front 9: Jack Simpson (20), BEST BACK NINE: Pete Cleaver (19). Football draw: (3) Sue Gillett, (52) Felix Mallon, (59) Steve Sayers, (75) Clive Horne, (90) Norman Woods

EUROGOLF SOCIETY played Thurs 8th November

Las Ramblas Golf Society With the lead going one way and then the other the standard of golf was quite remarkable. On the front nine alone there were seven birdies or nett birdies with Bryan also achieving a nett eagle on the 4th. We stood on the 18th green ‘all square’ and I had a ‘Diego Maradonna’ (a nasty 5 footer) of a putt to win the match. Under the pressure I missed it and so we had to play the hole two more times until there was a final outcome. After nearly five hours of mental exhaustion it all came down to the final putts! On the second time of asking Lindsay and I were relieved to take the title by just one shot! Whilst this drama was being played out the rest of our members took part in a ‘Counter Game’. Top of the shop, with 99 points, were John and Ellen Drakesmith, together with Pete Dunn and Nora Betts.

Walking football donation to RBL

Tenth game of the 2018/19 season (Poppy Day Texas Scramble) with 68 players. WINNERS: !st (58.9) John Barraclough, Phyllis Venables, Jeff Lynch, Ian Turner. 2nd (60.4c/b) Jack Simpson, Lauraine Walker, David Blanchette, Brian Jones. 3rd (60.4c/b) Bert Lawson, Claire Daye-Gretton, Steve Sayers, Gordon Bourne. NTP (All Divisions): Hole (5) David Blanchette Division 1: Hole (11 Jan Shorley, Division 2: Hole (15) Duncan Roberts, Division 3: Hole (17) David Gregson. Football draw (4) Bev Fairhurst, (23) Phyllis Venables, (32) Gary Grierson, (64) Ken Brett, (85) Gina Ashworth.

On Monday myself and Lindsay Forbes were up against Bryan Neal and Liz Robertson in the final of the Pairs Match play Competition. What an epic encounter it turned out to be!

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The 61st session took place on the 8thNovember of the Gran Alacant Oldies Walking football club, at the Gran Alacant sports hall. 14 players took part plus 1 referee and 1 injured player on the sidelines.. There were also four spectators looking to, perhaps, play in the future. With Remembrance Day just three days away, it was decided by a ballot within the club, to donate some of our match day funds to the Gran Alacant and La Marina branch of The Royal British Legion. Three members from the British Legion were there for the presentation from one of the players, James, who suggested the idea. The picture shows the presentation taking place. If you would like to join us, or ask more, or even turn up to watch, please email Barry for info at laneinspain@hotmail.com

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Our best gross score winner was Lindsay Forbes with 152 (been quite a week for him)! He might not thank me for mentioning it but after Bryan Neal’s heroics on the 4th on Monday, he carded 18 on it today! (Probably still tired). Mind you, he was followed closely by Alan Douglas with a 13 on the same hole (so what was his excuse?) In the words of Ol’ Blue Eyes ‘That’s Life’. Onto Friday’s ‘Armistice Day’ stableford. Many thanks to Mick (The Grip) Reeves who, for the ninth year on the trot, and representing The British Legion out here in Spain, donated a number of ‘nearest the hole’ prizes. Of these, Benedicte Kruse came very close to getting a hole in one on the 6th. The final podium was made up of Trevor Pulleyblank in 1st place with 36 points, John Drakesmith 2nd with 35 and yours truly managed 3rd place with 34 points.

Wolves U23’s at Pinatar Arena Wolverhampton Wanderers Under 23 squad will arrive at Pinatar Arena on Monday where they will train all week prior to completing their camp with a friendly match against FC Jumilla. Wolves are taking advantage of the league break due to the international commitments of the national teams. During the coming week Pinatar Arena will host almost twenty friendly matches featuring 10 different teams during the last major event of the year. Teams from across the world will face up to each other in a series of junior international matches starting on 14 November 14. The countries involved will include Spain U18 and U19, Norway U19, England U18, Belgium U18, Netherlands U18, Ireland U18, China U18, U21 Turkey and U21 Scotland.

Wednesday saw us compete in the third and final round of the Club championship medal competition (remember best two cards out of three to count). Winner on the day was John Shervell with a nett score of 71. Hats off to John who also took the overall 1st place with a nett total of 142. Second on the day was Hendrick Oldenziel with 74 on countback from Mike Mahony (oddly enough also with 74). Overall, in second place with a very commendable 144 was Pete Dunn who just edged out Brian Staines on 145.

All of the matches will be played at Pinatar Arena to which entry will be free of charge.

Emerald Isle Bowls Club Report Monday the Titans played at Quesada Diamonds and won 9-3, aggregate 90-74. Winners were D Rhodes K Jolliffe D Gerrard 2110, G Shoots M Veale M Odell 18-13, S Johnson P Coffey I Brewster 19-15 and J Pooley R White B Kavanagh 19-19. The Neptunes played at home against El Rancho Pintos and lost 5-7 aggregate, 74-70. C Ayling B Eldred J Mullarkey 22-8 D Horne S Wickens M Thomas 13-13 Moonrakers played Quesada Rubies and won 10-2 aggregate 11358, winners L Freeman D Close P Willicott 35-8, V Cameron G Ponsford A Burns 29-10, I Hughes G Dyer M Willicott 20-9, R Clive T Harris M Breen 19-16 Saturns played at Vistabella Buggies and lost 3-9 aggregate 77-111.

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B Taylor T Roche T Upham 19-10 A Gower E Sheperd J Mulloy 20-20 Wed saw the Isle travel to El Cid in the winter league and they came away with a fine 10-2 aggregate 99-64. Winners were R Clive J Mulloy P Coffey I Brewster 24-8, P Rhodes D Leeming M Veale J Smyth 18-9, D Rhodes C Smyth M Odell C Lindgren 24-16, J Pooley T Dix P Dix H Rhodes 17-14 Berleen won 19-15 M Riley S Johnson B Eldred S Watson Friday the Cavaliers played Vistabella Picadores and won 12-0, aggregate was 113-60. Winners B Taylor C Smyth C Lindgren 28-7, M Riley M Odell A M Stevenson 22-5, ,S Johnson R White I Brewster 23-13, D Jones M Veale J Smyth 20-17, G Shoots P

Coffey D Gerrard 20-18 The Claymores travelled to San Miguel Bulldogs and lost 10-2 aggregate 65-90. Winners were M Whitelock J Westall M Stacey 20-18 The Roundheads travelled to Greenlands Cedars and lost 10-2 aggregate 63-102. Winners were M Brookes F Thomas B Donohoe 20-18. The Outlaws played at home against La Marina Merlins and won 10-2 aggregate 91-75 winners were: R Clive M Breen D Close 2216, L Freeman G Dyer A Burns 19-13, L Harris G Ponsford P Dix 19-15 , V Cameron T Dix E Benett 16-14

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Costa Blanca Green Fee s vcs Here on the Costa’s golf is one of the biggest leisure time activities for both tourists and resident alike and with this in mind we have secured the services of Mike Probert of Costa Blanca Green Fee Services to provide a weekly round up of local golfing events and topics and in conjunction with us at THE LEADER will provide discounted golf prices to all of our readers and run our golf competitions. European Tour Qualifying 2019 In November each year a group of highly talented professional golfers seek the holy grail of golf which is membership of the full European Tour where many riches await. There are three stages of qualifying with the final round comprising players from the Challenge Tour and those that failed to make the grade in the main tour during 2018 which will be held at Lumines in Spain later this week. The 2nd stage qualifying was held last weekend and three of the courses in our area were used (Alenda,Desert Springs and Las Colinas) which is testimony to the quality of the courses locally available to us. Sometimes we complain about the condition of our local courses BUT the people at the European PGA know a thing or two about golf courses and wouldn't have included these courses on the rota if they weren't fit for purpose. As amateurs we tend to find these courses long and difficult to play but to put things into perspective the winning scores last week were 15 to 21 under par for four rounds of golf. Easy golf isn't it! In a recent article I highlighted the rise of Craig Ross who has played on a regular basis with the Marabu Golf Society and he successfully qualified at Alenda with a score of 9 under par and will be chasing glory at Lumines later this week and we wish him well and will keep you updated of his progress. We at THE LEADER are committed to providing to our golfing readers affordable golf without the need to join a club or apply for a card but simply contact the number below to have instant access to discounted golf prices, many of which are exclusive to us. The deals shown in the table are some of the best currently available to you until 30/11/18: Golf Course Alenda Alicante Altorreal Bonalba Don Cayo (Altea) El Plantio Font Del Llop La Finca La Marquesa La Serena Las Colinas Las Ramblas Lo Romero New Sierra Golf Roda Villamartin Villaitana Poniente Vistabella

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San Miguel Golf Society Serena 7 November The first round of this SMGS season’s Bogey Medal Shield attracted 42 members along with one guest to the seemingly wetland course (16 holes with water in play) of La Serena. As some members are not keen on playing medals, a hybrid competition has been developed for this year’s medal days where a concurrent stableford competition is run and for which the day’s prizes are given. Those that battle around a course in its entirety have their score count towards the Bogey’s Shield and Order of Merit points, those who fall back in to the Stableford element of the competition only do not. The format actually showed its worth with only 16 of the 42 members completing their rounds in the medal format. A number of players would have been out of any competitive medal element on the very first hole, one member going into the water twice and out-ofbounds driving off the first tee. Darren Hancock and Steve Higgins were the only two to better their handicaps, taking 1st and 2nd in this year’s Bogey’s Shield respectively, joined at the top of the competition standings by Kyrre Skarsmoen in 3rd. The prize giving highlight of the day was Mike Kaylor of Mike’s Digital TV gaining his own sponsored prize for the 2nd of the last 3 weeks. Perhaps the business has fallen on hard times and the wine is having to be recycled!!! We hope not. Results (stableford), by Category and in reverse order, were the following: Bronze Category: 4th Norman McBride (32 on CB), 3rd Norman Padmore (32 on CB), 2nd Ron Stenhouse (35 on CB) and 1st Kyrre Skarsmoen also with 35 points. Silver Category: 4th Mike Greatorex (31), 3rd Brendan Toner (32),

Nearys Mike 17th, Norman 8th, Kev 15th. 2nd Phil de Lacey (35) and 1st Chris Wren with 36 points. Gold Category: 4th Bill Morrison (33), 3rd Barry Roehrig (34), 2nd Steve Higgins (37) and 1st, with the day’s best score, Darren Hancock with 38 points. Nearest the pins (balls sponsored by Stenhouse Flooring): Hole 3 Steve Higgins, Hole 9 Norman Padmore, Hole 15 Kev Allbright and Hole 17 Mike Greatorex. Abacus (sponsored by Mike Kaylor) was won by the sponsor himself, Mike Kaylor!! Our thanks go to all La Serena staff for their contribution to an enjoyable day. Next week we will be at Mar Menor, then on following weeks at La Torre and El Valle. Keep up to date with all SMGS matters by logging on to our website www.smgs.org or simply give Captain Tony Smale a call on 628 227 687.

San Javier Golf Society Captain’s Charity Day In aid of MABS Cancer Foundation at La Serena on Mon 5 Nov. Captain Dave Farrington: "The day dawned grey and cool, but the 28 players spirits were high and ready to take on the challenges of the course. Play commenced with Mr Captain and Mr Vice Captain, alongside two guests, and it did not take too long for the water to claim some victims! Mr C’s guests, both reasonable players, had come with only 6 balls each, unaware of the greedy water hazards, but Mr C had taken the precaution of bringing lots of extra balls! At least the 50c donation for every ball entering the water, added to the magnificent 805 euros donation to the MABS charity, who attended on the day to receive the cheque. The 1st, 2nd, and 3rd winners, all donated their cash prizes back into the charity pot, but were presented with superb hand crafted wooden pens, created by Ray Seaman, and my sincere thanks to him for this generous gesture. All players left with some reward, as a thanks for their participation in the day. All in all, we had a good day of golf, with the added reward of providing an excellent donation to a local charity. Thank you to everyone that contributed to the day, as the success

was due to the help of you all. Once again a BIG thank you from the Captain." The competition was a "Mystery Pairs" and the winners were Steve Branston and Paul Matthews, closely followed by Ian Lawley and Kev Parker, then Steph Brooke and Paul Newman, with only 1 point separating the top 3 pairs! Nearest the pins were won by Steve Branston, Matt Waller, Bobby Watson and Frank Murphy. 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 Captain Dave Farrington, presenting the cheque to the MABS representative.

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Torry firing blanks despite numerical advantage Torrevieja remained eighth in the Preferente, five points adrift of the play off after being held at home by Elda Industrial

Omar made a complete hash of an open goal as the game drifted into added time.

An injury-hit Elda will be the happier to have come away from the Estadio Nelson Mandela with a share of the spoils after losing two of their regular players during training earlier in the week.

To the dismay of many fans, Torrevieja persisted with Omar in the number 9 shirt while the visitors recalled top scorer Ricardo to their starting line-up from last week’s home stalemate with Alicante Uni, with midfield pair Javier and Jose Ivan only fit enough to be named on the bench.

They were further hit by the red card for centre back Juan Carlos late in the game, although considering the multitude of fouls committed by the Elda number 5, he was perhaps fortunate to have stayed on the park for as long as he did. Ricardo and Sevilla went closest for the visitors, while, with only Antonio to beat in the Elda goal,

CD Torrevieja .....................0 Elda Industrial ......................0

Photo Julie Day

Torrevieja took early charge of the game with chances to score through Andray, who hit the post, and Juanmi in the first quarter. But Elda reacted quickly, the manager abandoning his starting formation to change to three at the back with wing-backs. This resulted in efforts from Nesta and Ricardo with Juanpe in the Torre goal having to be on his toes to turn Juanpe’s shot around the post. With little to add during the final minutes of the half, the half-time scoreline? It remained an honourable stalemate. Andrey came closest to breaking the deadlock for Torrevieja when the winger tried his luck Photo Julie Day

Elda had their chances but they were a threat that Torry easily contained

from distance, but Elda keeper Erwin Antonio got his positioning just right to get everything behind the ball.

Carp-R-Us Angling Club Round 9 of the Carp-RUs winter series was fished on the Eden stretch of the Rio Segura. The water had a good flow but the day was quite chilly and although everyone caught, weights were a little disappointing, perhaps the fish need to adjust to the colder water. First on the day, and continuing his recent good form, was Derek King with 2.80kg from Peg 2. Roy Buttress was second with 2.30kg from peg 1, Geoff Tempest third with 2.00kg from peg 6 and Tom Marshall fourth with 1.65kg from peg 15.

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As the game entered its final throes, the visitors were reduced to ten men following the dismissal of Juan Carlos for a second yellow earned by his persistent misconduct but the home side were unable to capitalise on their numerical advantage. Torry’s final effort was a shot in a dangerous position on the edge of the box in the 3rd minute of added time but Andrey’s tame effort sailed harmlessly into the welcoming hands of keeper Antonio. Next week another mid table tussle on the road at Callosa Deportivo. See the CD Torrevieja website for details.

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Scratch Pins / Games / Av Cafetería Octubre 9.979 / 54 - 184 Splash 11.539 / 63 - 183 Team Finland 11.576 / 63 - 183 Mixers Sunset Bch 10.964 / 63 – 174 Med Bistro & Bar 11.014 / 63 - 174 Cruiserz 10.360 / 60 - 172 S***t Happens 10.219 / 63 - 162 Crazy Pinz 9.971 / 63 - 158 Los Bandidos 10.013 / 63 - 158 Los Diablos 9.839 / 63 - 156 X Factor 9.675 / 63 - 153 Las Guapas 9.095 / 63 - 144 999's 8.529 / 63 - 135

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Omar also had a long-range chance when a corner was cleared to him, but the striker could not keep his shot down. Elda had their opportunities as well, but came closest when Dani Salazar was released down the left and sent in a deep cross that veered towards goal before pinging off the top of the crossbar.

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