Costa Blanca Leader Edition 639 by The Leader

No 639

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Inaugural win for Quesada’s Johnston Following their success with the National Bowls Championships held earlier in the year, the country’s leading insurance provider, Linea Directa, were once again delighted to afford their support with financial assistance to the sport as the region’s best players competed for the eighth Valencian Lawn Bowls Championships held at three local bowls clubs

over the last two weeks. The preliminaries and heats took place at the San Miguel, La Siesta and San Luis clubs before the players gathered at San Luis to compete in the latter stages, the semi finals and the finals and rather surprisingly, as the tournament entered the final day there were no current holders in the frame. Neither were there any bowlers from the host club which, playing on their home rink, would usually be expected to provide them with a distinct advantage. Continued on Page 2

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Following their success with the National Bowls Championships held earlier in the year, the country’s leading insurance provider, Linea Directa, were once again delighted to afford their support with financial assistance to the sport as the region’s best players competed for the eighth Valencian Lawn Bowls Championships held at three local bowls clubs over the last two weeks. The preliminaries and heats took place at the San Miguel, La Siesta and San Luis clubs before the players gathered at San Luis to compete in the latter stages, the semi finals and the finals and rather surprisingly, as the tournament entered the final day there were no current holders in the frame. Neither were there any bowlers from the host club which, playing on their home rink, would usually be expected to provide them with a distinct advantage. Fortunately there were not too many players featuring in multi disciplines with only Stuart Denholm of San Miguel and National Champion Martin Foulcer of Vistabella playing in more than one final so the morning session of the final day saw the Men’s Pairs, the Mixed Pairs and the Mixed Triples provide the main competition. The Men’s Pairs was a fairly straightforward affair with Chris Collier, Stuart Denholm (San Miguel) beating Martin Foulcer, Bill Pain (Vistabella) 19:14 while in the Mixed Pairs, Carol Broomfield, Jason Prokopowycz (Quesada) were victorious over Maggie Furness, Ian Kenyon (Vistabella) The Mixed triples, however, was 14 all going into the last end as the La Marina skip, Dave Hadaway, put a heavy wood down a with San Miguel holding shot. There seemed no way that he could draw it but with a bit of a wick got the shot to take the match and the title. Final result: Kathy & Jim Manning, Dave Hadaway (La Marina) beat Eileen Mclaren, Tom Dalgleish, Mary Dyer (San Miguel) 15-14. The afternoon competition was rather more eagerly awaited with the two blue ribbon events attracting most of the attention. However, while Peta Rhodes and Carol Broomfield of Quesada made up for their disappointment in the Nationals by comfortably beating Lin Watkins and Carole Thorpe (Vistabella) by 21-4, the Mixed Fours final was a particularly tense affair, going down to the very last bowl of the final end by two evenly matched teams. With Vistabella enjoying a four shot lead going into the 18th end opponents San Miguel held five as Bill Pain stepped up to deliver the final wood of the match. San Miguel could only watch on in admiration as Bill played a ‘chap and lie’, taking out the opposing shot wood to replace it with his own. Spectators agreed that it was quite probably the shot of the tournament as his team mates threw their arms into the air in delight. Final score 17-12 in which Mo Foulcer, Arthur Brown, Martin Foulcer, Bill Pain (Vistabella) beat Cliff Plaisted, Val Collier, Chris Collier, Stuart Denholm (San Miguel). The singles finals saw Frank Close (Emerald Isle) take on Brian Robertson (Mazarron) in the Men’s competition while Jacqui Johnston (Quesada) met with Anita Brown (San Miguel) in the Ladies decider. Unfortunately Mazarron’s sole entrant, Brian Robertson, left his game behind as 2014 winner Frank Close powered to a 21-4 win. The Ladies final was much more evenly contested with both players keeping pace with each other, seemingly picking up shots on alternate ends. That is until the 18th end when inexplicably, Anita Brown dropped 4 to provide Jacqui with a 17-13 advantage, from which he two times champion never recovered. Jacqui, who was a member of the successful fours winners last year, then picked up shots on the final 3 ends to consolidate her first Valancian singles success. Presentations and the closing ceremony took place in brilliant sunshine on Saturday afternoon after yet another first class event in which National Director Bob Donnelly thanked sponsors Linea Directa and supporters Seagate Financial Management, together with the club owners, proprietors, umpires and marshals at San Luis, La Siesta and San Miguel Bowls Clubs, for their outstanding support. He ended his closing dialogue by then picking out the organising committee of Fred Trigwell and June Jones for their sterling efforts in ensuring the continued success of bowls in the community and in particular the 2016 Competition.

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Rising toward a cure

unday the 9th of October saw the fourth AECC, Maria and the Pink Ladies balloon release to mark Breast cancer awareness day. This year was the third of four balloon races, kindly hosted by Zenia Boulevard, huge supporters of the AECC. It's impossible to put a number on how many people attend this event each year as it is a massive amount. The Pink Ladies and Panthers set up at 10am when the Boulevard opened, the entertainment started at midday and carried on through to 6.30pm when the balloons were released to Kylie Burggazzy singing a fantastic rendition of Nessun Dorma. The release of balloons is the biggest attraction of the day as it is highly emotional for many people, the stage area and upstairs galleries were brimming with spectators. Each year we estimate that there is around two thousand balloons that are released which creates an amazing sight. The flowing crowds are entertained all day by Dan Davy, Just Ollie, Nikki G, Kylie Burgazzy, No Limit, Jay Markwick and his dancers, Kevin Tyler, Johnny Lee, JJ, Janelle; Stevie Spit presenting the show and the whole day supported by Simon Morton and Sunshine FM. Each entertainer happily gives up their time to per-

form to the crowds, free of charge, something the charity are always extremely grateful for. All the money raised on the day was from people buying a helium filled pink balloon and attaching a card to it with a message to a loved one who may have lost their battle to cancer. The message which is found the furthest away will receive a prize of 100€ and 20€ for the person who sends in the message. Money raised on the day also came from personal donations from the public and from a newly released CD recorded by local artists called 'Run for Life'. This will be adopted by the Pink Ladies as their new anthem. The moneys raised will be used by the AECC early detection program, to buy state of the art machinery for early detection, to bring down the costs of these tests and towards research to find cures for all forms of cancer. To date Maria and the Pink Ladies and Panthers have raised €294,281.10 a record in the Alicante region. Maria would like to thank all the artistes, especially Stevie Spit and Sunshine FM, for their continual support and to all the Pink Ladies and Panthers for all of their hard work.

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Bar Kenz raise 1,538 for the AECC Bar Kenz San Luis are prolific fundraisers and via their weekly card bingo, collection boxes, race nights and a fashion show they were able to hand over â&#x201A;Ź1,538 to Debbie Weedon representing Maria and the Pink Ladies for the AECC.

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Music, fireworks and showtime for montesinos

Jan and Ken would like to thank their generous customers for helping them throughout the year to raise incredible amounts of money. If you would like to make an appointment for a mammogram, smear test or prostate test please call the AECC on 965 329841 Monday to Friday 10-1

Solidarity from La Finca Residents

The residents of La Finca Algorfa have raised 1,285 euros which will be equally divided between the AECC and the CEIP Miguel de Cervantes. The event, which was held last weekend, featured numerous activities for children in addition to which there were draws for goods, valued at 500 euros, all donated by local traders. There was also an anonymous donation of 50euros from one resident. The mayor, Manuel Ros said that â&#x20AC;&#x153;these activities are very important because they help tremendously to unite our residents." He then took the opportunity to thank everyone hat had been involved with the event, especially Gary Cornfort, for his dedication and attention.

By Andrew Atkinson The 2016 Los Montesinos Fiestas came to a jubilant finale when thousands of people attended the return of La Virgen del Pilar, the Alicante town's Patron, to the Church as the church bells rang out. The Mayor Jose Manuel Butron was in attendance in the procession and later in the Church, alongside his wife and other dignatories, as thousands of people lined the streets. "I was delighted once again that the Los Montesinos Fiestas Patroneles 2016 was enjoyed by all, with the fireworks finale thrill," said Mayor Butron. Music, fireworks and showtime extravaganzas saw many nationalities celebrate the Vega Baja town-

ship's 26th Fiesta. The town also remembered with respect those that are no longer with us. "I want to thank the Council and the Festival Committee, along with many others involved, for all their hard work," said Mayor Butron. The spectacular Queens and Ladies in waiting, associations, and troupes, added with the streets' spectacular colourful decorations, made the annual Fiestas one that Los Montesinos can be very proud of. La Virgen del Pilar entered the Church as Saluda del Parroco D. Victor Manuel Ferrer Garcia conducted the service in front of dignatories, Montesineros and expats in attendance.

British fugitive detained on Orihuela Costa The National Police arrested a 61 year old British National on Thursday for allegedly abusing his nine year old daughter and an eleven year old girl. The arrest was carried out following the issue of a European Arrest and Extradition Warrant for crimes of sexual assault on minors and child pornography. The events date back to the early 90s when the man is alleged to have sexually assaulted his daughter, who was then 9 years of age. During the summer of 2014 he then allegedly repeated the act with an 11 year old girl whilst watching videos of a sexual nature. The Police operation began earlier this month when agents of the Provincial Brigade of the Judicial Police were told that the man could be residing in the town of Orihuela. Following confermation of his whereabouts the police moved in on Thursday when agents from the Violent Crime Group of the Alicante UDEV made the arrest. The request for the arrest warrant is said to have been initiated in Nottingham and relate to 4 offenses in total for which the detainee could face a prison sentence of up to 39 years.

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Haloween Stratosphere jump for Pink Ladies

magine standing on a small ledge 850ft in the air, with a cold wind swirling around your head, you look up, the sky seems closer up here, you can practically touch the few wisps of white cloud... you look down, emptiness all the way to the bottom. Your palms are sweating as you hold your guide rope tightly. Your heart beats like a drum, faster, faster. You close your eyes and step forward... Jayne Leggatt and Matt Smith will be doing this very thing over Halloween when they confront their fears and leap off the top of the Stratosphere tower in Las Vegas, Nevada USA. At around 9am Spanish time they will be attempting the most dare devilish of tasks all in aid of the Pink Ladies AECC charity association. The jump will be posted on the Pink Ladies

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Still Living the Dream But what about BREXIT?

uthor Andrew Atkinson is writing his latest book: Still Living The Dream - But what about Brexit? and is looking for the experiences endured by expats living in Spain. "I am interested in hearing about the lives of expats who are still living the dream in Spain after the crisis that hit in 2008", said Andrew. "Despite the crisis ending with thousands of expats returning back to Britain many thousands still remain in Spain", said Andrew.

Facebook page as soon as it's completed (beware of any possible cursing!) for all to see. They kindly ask for your sponsorship for this wonderful group of people who are the Pink Ladies, who strive to raise funds for early detection tests and support for those whose lives are tainted by Cancer. If you would like to sponsor either of them, then please make a donation directly on the Pink Ladies web page: www.pinkladies.es quoting ''skyjump'' or via paypal to youniquejay@gmail.com. 100% of sponsorship money will go to the charity so help Jayne and Matt to help the Pink Ladies for this wonderful cause. Read all about Jayne and Matthewâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s experience just as soon as they return from America.

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Andrew, who recently received a letter of acknowledgement from The Queen about his book 'Formby's Lost Love', depicting the biography of ukulele star George Formby's fiancee Pat

Howson, said: "I will include the stories of expats still living the dream in the book, with their views of Brexit. "Do they firmly believe they will remain in Spain after Brexit, or will it be the final nail in the coffin, after surviving the crisis endured during 2008 onwards? "With the euro to pound sterling at 1.50/ÂŁ1 a decade or so ago there are fears that the decline currently trending could play a major factor in the future, with Brexit set to kick two years after 2017." Expats can send their stories to Andrew via email to: lancashiremedia@gmail.com

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GARAGE SERVICES expect from a reputable English speaking mechanic business. So if you are in the Torrevieja Costa Blanca area and you need the services of a top notch English speaking mechanic All car and van servicing, All Diagnostics, then just contact Chris McCarthy at Garage Services car and Laser wheel alignment, exhausts, camauto repairs, car mechanic Costa Blanca and leave us to belts and welding solve your problems. The company is allied to Checkatrade, a directory of trades and services that have been vetted to the highest standards in all areas of the business activity where insurance, technical qualifications and professional memberships are all fully scrutinize. Not only that, but they also monitor the work on an ongoing basis by collecting feedback directly from customers. Since 1998 Checkatrade have collected almost 300,000 customer reports which highlight the strengths and weaknesses of their listed companies. You know what you are getting. Recommendation, reputation, and a standard you can trust. To date Garage Services has had 315 reports submitted about his standard of work and gained a fantastic overall rating of 9.8 out of a maximum of 10. Areas covered and average scores achieved include: Estimating 9.6 - Tidiness 9.8 Timekeeping 9.8 - Courtesy 9.9 - Workmanship 9.8 You can find Chris just across the road from Greenlands - Value for Money 9.7 - Reliability 9.8 - Overall Bowls Club. Call him now on 634 04 83 39 or Email: Service 9.8 1-"Very good service, with help and understandchristmccarthy@yahoo.co.uk ing - would recommend to grey and old, the eldGarage Services - Car and Vehicle repairs based in Benijofar erly would not be overcharged. He's become a is owned by Chris McCarthy, an experienced and time friend"....... served motor mechanic with over 32 years experience. 2-"Fully satisfied with work carried out on my vehicle and He has a fully equipped repair shop in Benijofar where, with will be using his service again. I would recommend"... state of the art equipment, he can carry out any car or vehi3-"I cannot fault his work in any way a pleasure to do cle repair, no matter how complicated it might be. Chris is fully time served so you can be assured that for all business with in any capacity. He knows his your car repairs and motoring repairs needs your car is in trade"... very capable hands. Garage Services can even come to you 4-"Excellent quality of workmanship, courtesy to carry out those smaller jobs at your home or place of and punctuality. I would recommend them"... work, saving you both time and money. 5-"I am very pleased with the service and So don't take chances with your car - trust the experts! the courtesy from Mr McCarthy. I can recGarage Services car and auto repairs is a top quality English ommend him" speaking car mechanic company which covers Torrevieja 6-"Polite and very good at his job. I would recand the Costa Blanca area. ommend him" ... You will find our car repair and mechanic service second to none and our prices extremely competitive, also our cus- 7-"Very good - on time and less than budgtomer service and attention to detail all that you would et" ... These are just a few of the hundreds of positive recommendations Chris has received over the years - Why take chances! Garage Services. Ctra de beniofar-San Miguel de Salinas, Finca Garroferos-Nave13, Algorfa 03169 Contact Chris on (0034) 634 048 339 and have your car repaired by a reliable, expert and time served mechanic. And, if you take your car to Chris this month you will get a free tracking with every full service.

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The New Cardenal Belluga Theatre Club All the rehearsals are coming to a close ready for the Two performances on the20th and 21st October 2016 at the Cardenal Beluga Theatre at San Fulgencio, doors open at 7-30pm,to the performances of STEPPING OUT. A variety show for all the family. Tickets are still available but are selling fast, proceeds will go to local charities.

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Spiritual and Distance Healing By Penny Wing

Spiritual healing is the oldest type of healing known to man and has been practiced throughout the world for thousands of years. It has been neglected in the Western world but more people are now starting to recognise the benefits and are using it either on themselves or going to see healers. Spiritual healing is a two way process and the person receiving the healing needs to take responsibility for wanting to get better. When you carry out healing on someone (or an animal) you are in effect acting like a radio transmitter as you bring the healing energy into your body and send it out via your hands into the body of the person receiving it. You are acting as a channel. Where does the healing energy come from? I don’t think anyone really knows the definitive answer but it is there and ready to be used.

Most healers can assess how your chakras are working in a variety of ways and can help “remove” any energy blockages by sending healing energy into the chakra.

The Aura Healing also works on our aura – our auras are made up of seven invisible and overlapping layers of energy that we have around our body. Each layer is fed by one of the seven chakras and has its own function. The aura is said to extend about 3 feet around the body and contains all the behaviour patterns, emotions and trauma that we have experienced in this life and in past lives. By intuitively sensing where any negative areas or disturbances are, some healers believe they can help people deal with past traumas.

Distance/Absent Healing

Physical illness is as a result of what is going on in someone’s mind. The wonderful thing about spiritual healing is that it works on every level – physical, emotional, mental and spiritual. All these levels interact and often the real cause of an illness becomes apparent only as the healing progresses.

This is a form of spiritual healing that can work over a distance – the healer doesn’t need to be with the person (or animal) or even in the same country! I know from my own experience that this is just as powerful and effective as hands-on healing. The wonderful thing about this type of healing is that you are not restricted by time or space! Distance/absent healing has been likened to people saying prayers; whatever the similarity, the results are very beneficial.

The seven Chakras

Sending healing to someone you know

Our bodies contain energy wheels commonly known as Chakras. We have over 20 in total but most people focus on the seven major ones. Each chakra relates to and vitalizes a different physical part of the body and has different emotional, mental and spiritual functions. . When we talk about people being “balanced” this means their chakras are balanced. If a chakra is closed or too open it can affect the person’s physical body and their emotions in a variety of ways depending on which chakra it is. The aim of spiritual healing is to balance these energy wheels so that energy flows through them and they function efficiently. When the energy is not flowing we talk about the chakra as being “blocked”

Below is a simple exercise you can try for yourself if you would like to send healing energy to someone. A point to remember is that ideally the person you want to send healing to should be asked if they are willing to receive it. If this is not possible you can still send healing and just ask that it is “for the person’s highest good”. Focus on your heart chakra (in the centre of your chest) and think about that person with love or compassion, if you can visualise them even better * Imagine a pink light encircling them with healing energy Send love and healing from your heart into that pink light After several minutes let the scene slowly fade * Don’t worry if you find it hard to visualise, it becomes easier with practice. It is perfectly

How does it work?

A phone call to Penny could change your life.

acceptable to say words if you can’t see images in your mind – energy follows thought and working with energy is very much about the intention. Penny is a qualified Diana Cooper Angel & Spiritual Master Teacher, Usui /Angelic Reiki Master Teacher & holistic therapist. If you would like any information on her Spiritual workshops or teacher training courses please contact her on tel: 680 25 6266 or email via her website: www.pennywing.com

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Benidorm launch for 2016 RBL Poppy Appeal B enidorm celebrated the official launch of the 2016 Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal last Friday amid the pomp and ceremony that the occasion so rightly deserved. Over a hundred members from Torrevieja, Quesada and the Orihuela Costa attended the launch parade which was led by the highly acclaimed Torrevieja Pipes and Drums as they marched out along the Levante promenade amid veterans of all nationalities and services including former members of the RNA, RAAFA and RMA. It was yet another event that made the participants feel very proud to be British, stepping out along the front to the rousing sound of bagpipes, something not too often seen in the popular resort, but a sight that was enthusiastically applauded by the many spectators that lined the route. Caught up in the occasion, residents and holidaymakers alike stopped to show their support as the immaculately dressed Standard Bearers from across the North East of Spain marched along the route, demonstrating their pride in representing the British Military Charity. There were even many young bystanders caught up in the occasion as they applauded the parade of ex servicemen marching behind the pipes and drums, so ably led by two inmates from the Royal Hospital Chelsea, Arthur “Skippy” Teasdale aged 87 and Wayne Campbell aged 79, resplendent in their distinctive scarlet coats. Skippy and Wayne, both members of the Orihuela Costa Branch of the RBL, are regular visitors to the area having attended rather more Poppy Launches than many of the members marching on the day. They were all accompanied by the Mayor of Benidorm, Toni Perez, and the Assistant British Consul in Alicante, Sara Munsterhjelm. The parade came to a halt at the end of the promenade where the Launch Officials took to the stage. As the Spanish and British National Anthems were played the Standard Bearers stood proudly to attention. Mr Nigel Hails – in his final year as Chairman of District North, thanked the city of Benidorm for the welcome that it always provides to the Royal British Legion. He spoke of the hard work that his members had carried out over the previous year in which the Poppy Appeal raised an astonishing €171,500.

He also emphasised that ALL of the money is used to help ex servicemen and their dependants in their time of need mentioning just a few of the measures on which the money was spent last year including furniture, stair lifts and the purchase of mobility scooters for those finding it difficult to walk. The Mayor of Benidorm, Toni Perez welcomed all participants as he took the stage. He said how delighted he was to host the Launch of the Poppy Appeal once again, highlighting the multicultural and multinational make-up of the city. He was then presented with a Certificate of Honour by Nigel Hails, on behalf of the RBL in Spain. Mr Hails said that it was given in heartfelt thanks for the support and encouragement that the Ayuntamiento and the people of Benidorm provide to enable the launch of the 2016 Poppy Appeal here. In reply the mayor said that the Royal British Legion "is a role model" and that the organisation can always count on the support and encouragement of his council. The ceremony ended with rapturous applause as the Standard Bears marched off with the band before hoards of spectators, both English and Spanish, descended on Skippy and Wayne, to pose for photographs. Hundreds of spectators watched on, both along the route and at the launch by the Benidorm Mayor

The Mayor of Benidorm, Toni Perez, with District Chairman Nigel Hails

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Local boy hits the “BIGTIME”

By Martin Bentley

The Leader Newspaper was lucky enough to meet with Mark Daly and get an EXCLUSIVE interview with the singer, songwriter and all round International Star. You may remember that Mark was plucked from obscurity when performing with his band The Voodoos in The Bushwacka bar on Cabo Roig. He was "spotted" by the world famous NIgel Godrich, the Producer of the Mega Group Radiohead. So what has Mark been up to since then? Well, he has extensively been touring the United States with the Voodoos performing in mega Stadiums to audiences or 100,000 plus. Last Month they played a gig in Portugal. He has also been touring in Ireland, his home country. Together they have won the MTV EMA Award for the Best Original Song in Europe entitled ‘Yesterdays Future’. Why is Mark here in Cabo Roig Spain now? Well, he is also starting a single career and he was holding a pre release launch of his New Video in Slievenemon Irish Rock Bar on Cabo Roig strip. The Video has been independently funded and features Mark's song ‘The Hearts Reminder’. Besides Mark the raunchy Video stars Aaron McCarthy and the interestingly named Ballsy Wallsy. It seems Ballsy is a rising star as an Actress and Model because she is about to

sign a contract with Apple. So Mark really is moving in high circles. As well as launching the Video Mark did a couple of Gigs with local supergroup SNOWBLIND. Fronting Snowblind he played to a packed house on Friday at Slievenemon Irish Rock Bar and then headlined the prestigious Costa Blanca Custom Bike Show at Phoenix Nights in San Miguel. Never having played with Snowblind before the Group played like seasoned artists and blasted out such numbers as Born to be Wild, Hey Joe and Marks very own Biker song a Tribute to the Blue Angels. The Official Launch of the Music Video will be on Thursday when it will be released on all Social Media platforms as well as issued to Radio Stations Worldwide. A UK Tour with Geoff Tate (Queensryche) will also happen next year. So, the one to look out for following it’s launch on Thursday ‘The Hearts Reminder’. You saw it here first. We wish Mark all the best in all of his forthcoming ventures.

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CRYPTIC CROSSWORD

LAST WEEKâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S ANSWERS QUICK ACROSS: 1 Quarantine; 7 Raise; 8 Sharpen; 10 Cherubic; 11 Tilt; 13 Crafty; 15 Mellow; 17 Orgy; 18 Composer; 21 Salient; 22 Trash; 23 Friendship. DOWN: 1 Quite; 2 Adequate; 3 Assail; 4 Thaw; 5 Nuptial; 6 Precocious; 9 Noteworthy; 12 Despatch; 14 Angular; 16 Sorted; 19 Scamp; 20 Fete. CRYPTIC CRYPTIC ACROSS: 1 Hotel suite; 7 Adder; 8 Clerics; 10 Spaniels; 11 Skit; 13 Denial; 15 Kernel; 17 Vega; 18 Daydream; 21 Railing; 22 Resin; 23 A great deal. DOWN: 1 Hydra; 2 Terminal; 3 Locale; 4 User; 5 Thicken; 6 Passed over; 9 Settlement; 12 Gendarme; 14 Nagging; 16 Caught; 19 Easel; 20 Fine.

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owner became a synonym for luxury, elegance, style and 'taste'? 8. Umami is one of the five what? 9. Dick Powell, Humphrey Bogart, James Garner, Elliot Gould and Robert Mitchum have all played which hard drinking character in film? 10. Can you name the last four clubs from outside of the top level of English football to reach the F.A. Cup final? 11. Figaro, Arlene, World War Two, Bastet and Jonesy are all examples of what? 12. In which Bond film does Big Ben chime seven times at 6 pm, a signal that the British government has accepted SPECTRE's exorbitant ransom demands? 13. What is the opposite of the Lima syndrome? 14. P&O Shipping. What do 'P' and 'O' stand for? 15. Which two present day NATO members have

at one time withdrawn from the alliance? 16. Who was the only man to win a posthumous Academy Award for best actor? (not best supporting actor) 17. Name the six longest rivers in the world with a colour in their name. (Colours in the English language) 18. The five red crosses found on the flag of Georgia are said to have which religious significance? 19. The 'Impressionist' movement takes its name from the 1872 painting 'Impression, soleil levant' (Impression, Sunrise). Who painted it? 20. In which State was Bill Clinton Governor before becoming President of the Unites States.

QUIZ ANSWERS 1. The Troggs, 2. Pollyanna (Pollyannaism), 3. Excluding Spain itself with 46 million, Mexico (111 million), Colombia (46 million) and the USA (45 million), 4. The Pink Panther Show. (Deux-Deux was the Inspectors sidekick), 5. Charles Lindbergh, 6. Bob Marley, Barry Manilow and Bette Midler, 7. Ritz, 8. Tastes. The others are sweet, sour, bitter and salty. 9. Philip Marlowe. 10. Cardiff City (2008), Millwall (2004), Sunderland (1992) and Queens Park Rangers (1982). 11. Cats. Figaro (Pinocchio) Arlene (Garfield) World War Two (Peanuts) Bastet (Eygptian cat goddess) Jonesy (Alien). 12. Thunderball. 13. Stockholm syndrome. (Lima syndrome: Hostage takers sympathise with the hostages). 14. Peninsular and Oriental. 15. France and Greece. 16. Peter Finch (Network). 17. Yellow River (5,464 km), Red River (2,188 km), Orange River (2,092 km), Blue Nile (1,600 km), Green River (1,175 km) and White River (1,102 km). 18. The five holy wounds of Christ. 19. Claude Monet. 20. Arkansas.

ACROSS 6. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a struggle to study before the examination (7) 7. Current cause of amnesia upsets Ethel (5) 9. Board to make progress (3,2) 10. Badges allowed among the members (7) 12. What is withheld from the booking (11) 14. In wigs, these could show importance (11) 18. Sending in an account for advertising (7) 19. They happen when people buy strong drink in a ship (5) 21. Sieved food is not contaminated before starting to eat (5) 22. They take part in raids and in scraps (7)

1. Wet Wet Wet had a number one hit in the UK charts with 'Love is all around'. Which prehistoric band was the first to make the song a hit? 2. The word for "unreasonably or illogically optimistic" stems from a fictional girl who played 'The Glad Game' when faced with life's difficulties. What is her name? 3. In which three countries in the world would one find the most Spanish speaking people? 4. Deux-Deux was an able assistant in which popular TV show? 5. Which solo performer was Time Magazine's first 'Man of the Year' in 1927, and to this day, still the youngest winner? 6. Name the three people with the initials B. M. that have stars for excellence in recording (music) on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. 7. The name of which 19th century Swiss hotel

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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.

Living in Caves There was recently a tragic case of a 27-year-old German expat, living on the beautiful Island of La Palma who, allegedly, set fire to his own used-toilet paper after relieving himself ‘au natural’ off a forest trail in a protected natural park. As a result, he set fire to a large, ancient and ecologically valuable pine woodland, causing the death of a fire fighter, who was a park ranger with five children, and was responsible for 2500 people having to be evacuated from their homes. It is also suggested that alcohol or drugs may have played a part in this ongoing tragedy. According to the suspect, after he had defecated, he lit the toilet paper, and then sparks leapt from the burning tissue onto dry vegetation, which quickly turned into a vicious fire with devastating consequences. With temperatures approaching 40 degrees, as well as strong winds, the fire quickly got out of control, and approached the island’s busiest tourist area, Fuencaliente. La Palma is the fifth largest of the islands, and is popular because of its protected parks and forests. Dozens of helicopters and planes from other islands were brought to La Palma to assist, as well as 350 fire fighters who, at the time of writing, are still trying to extinguish the blaze. The suspect is currently being held by police, without bail. According to local sources, the man lives in a cave in this beautiful forested area. Many people still live in caves on several of the Canary

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Islands. These are not ordinary This pretty cave house caves, as one would first imagine, can be found in Rojales but are often very tastefully converted dwellings, offering all modern conveniences, but in this case, clearly without a toilet. Several that I have been invited to consist of several interconnected rooms, have water, electricity, Internet connection and even air conditioning. I have even visited two cave homes that have a sauna, as well as a hot tub; it is hardly rough living. The caves offer remarkably sensible accommodation for modern island living in the Canary Islands, since they remain cool in summer and warm in winter. The early settlers in the Canary Islands, the Guanches, were certainly no fools and knew exactly what they were doing when it came to cave dwelling. Sadly, many of these caves are now often rented or sold to the trendy expat; those with money, but often with very little accompanying common sense. I am not referring to this particular criminal case, but I have heard a number of reports where these caves are bought up by foreigners as holiday homes, but who have little or no sensitivity to the uniqueness of the Canary Islands and its protected areas.

it is acceptable to sell or let these unique dwellings to holidaymakers and expats. Cave and other homes that are situated in high risk and environmentally important areas may need to be especially protected. Yes, it does enhance the rural economy and bring in much needed tourist euros to these areas, but one wonders if the cost to human life, as well as the overall environment, is worth the risk?

‘Boutique Caves’ as they are sometimes called are even sometimes available as rental accommodation, or discovered by the ‘beautiful people’ and occasional hippies who happen to find one that is abandoned or in a less than liveable state.

If you enjoyed this article, take a look at Barrie’s websites: www.barriemahoney.com and www.thecanaryislander.com or read his book, ‘Island in the Sun’ (ISBN: 9780992767181). Available in paperback, as well as Kindle.

Questions are rightly now being asked by local people about whether

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Boats and Nautical Boat for Sale. A good strong old fashioned reliable Cuddy. 6 metre, 2 birth seats 6. Inboard Volvo Penta , recently serviced, runs great. Ideal boat for pottering, fishing on the Mar Menor. 2500€ ono call or WhatsApp 0044 7434 627668 or email rmabiss@hotmail.com JetSki For Sale - Yamaha Wave Runner XLT 1200, 3 seater, super fast, own trailer recently serviced. 3000€ ono Call or WhatsApp 0044 7434 627668 Boat servicing, engine oil/ filter change. General maintenance, fault finding, anti fouling, hull cleaning, accessory installation. Torrevieja to Mazarron. Licensed and registered in Spain, 20 years experience. All makes of outboard engines catered for. Competitive prices, all work guaranteed English/Spanish speaking. Call Tony on 628 166 738 (65470) FOR RENT - up to 10 metre berth - Marina Salinas - CALL 648 627 272 (69101)

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Social and Clubs The Orihuela Costa Branch of the Royal British Legion meets on the 3rd Thursday of each month at the Olympia Restaurant in Mil Palmeras. The Torrevieja Branch meets at the Casa Ventura in San Luis at 7.30 pm on the 2nd Friday while the La Marina/Gran Alacant Branch meets on the 1st Monday at Amigos Bar in Gran Alacant at 6pm. Everyone Welcome. Volunteers are urgently needed in all areas by the Age Concern LIFELINE Team visiting people in their own homes to assess their needs, reporting back to the Lifeline Team Leader. There are many people who live alone, are lonely and need some form of social contact. Please call Age Concern on 96 678 6887. (69185) HAH CB need you to help us help those in need in their own homes in areas surrounding Quesada, San Luis, La Siesta Torrevieja, La Mata, Orihuela Costa, Villamartin to Campoverde, short or long term medical conditions of all ages and nationalities. Contact our head office on 965 328 794 or email charitycentre. helpathomecb@gmail.com. TORREVIEJA CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP (TCF) is an English

speaking lively church located at Avenida de las Cortes Valencianas 68, Torrevieja 03183. Residents and holidaymakers are welcome to attend our services every Sunday at 10.30 a.m. with communion and “kids church”. During the month of August there will be NO Wednesday Fellowship meetings because of holidays and the heat. Our Wednesday Fellowship Meetings (Bible Study) will recommence in September beginning at 6.00 p.m. For further information see our website www.tcf-Spain.org or tel: 966700391.

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Situations Vacant If you are currently selling advertising space to clients who are wishing to put their product or service before UK expats, you may like to have, on offer, space in a top-quality, independent magazine as well. Good rates of commission. Call 600 228 616 for information. The Leader Newspaper is recruiting Sales Staff in La Marina, Quesada and on the Orihuela Costa. If you are able to spare a few hours a week and would like to earn extra cash call us now on 640 534 964 for an informal chat. We will even treat you to a coffee.

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Property for Rent URGENT! - Properties required for waiting clients. We are receiving requests for La Zenia, Playa Flamenca, San Miguel schools catchment area, 2 or 3 bed houses, and detached villas. Let your property earn you money - CALL NOW on 966

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LONG LET IN TORREVIEJA. Brand new two bedroom detached house with British TV and Aircon, fully furnished throughout with all white goods. Communal pool and bar in a secure and gated community. 400 euro per month, plus bills. Call Terry on 617 599 470 FORMENTERA DEL SEGURA Good sized 2 bed 1 bath apartment ideal for long term living. Door to hallway has 2nd bedroom leading off. Good sized separate kitchen which is fully equipped and has galleria leading off. Lounge diner has patio doors with a good sized balcony. Archway from lounge leads to full bathroom with external window and spacious master bedroom with large window providing plenty of natural light. English TV, communal pool. 375 euros per calendar month including an allowance for bills. Contracts provided 966 772 553 JACARILLA. 3 Bed, 2 bath apartment. Good sized separate kitchen with external patio off, balcony with lovely views over orange groves. UK TV, air-con, communal pool 400 euros per calendar month, including allowance for bills. Long term contracts provided 966 772 553 SAN MIGUEL DE SALINAS. Large 1 bed apartment. Built in 2010, everything as new. Good sized separate kitchen, balcony off lounge, English TV, air-con, communal pool. 395 euros per

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Property for Sale FOR SALE: Los Montesinos, La Herrada, Alicante. 2 bed/1 bath bungalow/apartment, near to G u a r d a m a r / To r r e v i e j a / S a n Miguel. Gated garden entrance, with fully tiled path/garden.

Torrevieja Ladies Darts Founders Format – Week 3 Black Dog Ladies 2 - 6 Friendly Chicas 3-5 Primadonnas 5-3 Gogartys Gals 0-0

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Hot Darts:Debbie Le Grys 121+104, Karen Christopher 134, Shirley Stephenson 126, Joy Don 125, Sheerin DilMohammed 123, Pam Horton 122, Groa Ingvadottir 100x2 Highest Checkout: 66 by Lin Cousins Reminder: Our Ladies Christmas Pentathlon will be held on Tuesday 20th December, when there will be a Blind Draw to make up teams. Registration up to 20.00 hours and games start at 20.15 hours. The Venue is Buscavidas in Los Montesinos. We have a Grand Christmas Raffle which will be organised by the Friendly Temps and Chicas. Captain’s Meeting: I am planning on holding this on Wednesday 7th December. You will recall that prior to the League commencing, I gave you anticipated dates for the next Meeting. Please let me know in good time if you are able to attend or not. Once again, well done to you all, keep up the good work, and enjoy your darts. Once again, well done to you all, keep up the good work, and enjoy your darts. Pam Horton, 96 571 0066, Ladies Darts Coord Email: Dartess501@gmail.com

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Monte Mar Bowls Club

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Sponsored by The Belfry, The Pub, Bowling Abroad and Avalon Monday saw Monte Mar entertaining their first touring team of the week, Hemel Hempstead Bowls Club from Herts. The morning started with a fun Spider competition which was won by our Membership Secretary Les Bounds. Following there was a very competitive match which everyone enjoyed and was won by Monte Mar. Welcome refreshments were enjoyed by all. Tuesday 11th October we welcomed Penarth Bowls Club from Wales. T o make up the numbers for Penarth, three of our own members played for them and had a very enjoyable game. All Monte Mar members were presented with a very nice slate coaster. Following the bowling an enjoyable couple of hours was spent having lunch and drinks, when Penarth promised they would be back next year. Wednesday - We played Benitachell our first game in the Winter League. A very strong team, I was happy with our result losing 7 – 5. Also our Berleen did not let us down just losing a very tight game, so well done to you all. R. Cairns (Captain) Friday - Monte Mar Matadors were at home to Mazarron Miners winning on four rinks. Ronnie Cairns, Alan Ashberry, Skip Dave Melville. 26 - 7. Ethel Finan, Val Hignett, Skip Tony Finan 18 3. Keith Simpson, Mike Farrelly, Skip Bill Young 17 - 5. Geraldine Fisher, Harry Dobson, Skip Gordon Fisher 24 - 7. Shots Matadors 114 - 90 Mazarron. Points Matadors 10 - 4 Mazarron. Monte Mar Toreadors v Vistabella Conquistadores. Towards the end of a busy twelve days of bowling, the Toreadors opened their Southern League program with a tough away match at Vistabella. Following an extremely good morning of bowling, with both teams winning on three rinks, the Toreadors unfortunately lost eight points to six as a result of shot deficit. Well done to winning teams of Pauline Woodfine, Iain Sheridan, and Skip Barrie Woodfine. Sheila Roberts, Chris Harding and Skip Joan Harding. Jan Webster, Len Counsell and Skip Janet Gatward. For further information about Monte Mar Bowls and Social Club check out our website www.montemarbowls.com or Facebook. Email us at info@montemarbowls.com.

The Linea Directa Valencian Lawn Bowls Championships finals were held at San Luis; 7th & 8th October. Report on pages 1 and 2. Congrats to the winners: Following this excitement was the San Luis 4-2-2 OPEN (from 9th -11th). As usual all the matches were hard fought through the group stages with several going to the last match to decide the group winner. The semi-finals were played off between (A) Keith Jones’ SL team v (B) Brian Zelin’s MM team and (C) Doug Beattie’s SL team v (D) Eric Bishop’s VB team. Again the 4’s, ladies pairs & men’s pairs were closely contested but eventually, after all the twists and turns, the final was played off between Keith Jones, Colin Lindgren, June Jones & Sheila Cammack v Eric Bishop, Charlie & Lin Watkins & Lynne Bishop, with San Luis coming out as the winners. On Wednesday12th our Winter League team was away at Quesada. This was obviously going to be a real battle for points and so it proved until the last bowls were played. Points 6-6, shots 79-92. Winners: Irene Everett, Lynne Morris, Peter McEneany, Tom Hill 23-16, Pam Lockett, Neil Morrison, June & Keith Jones 19-13, Shirley Verity, Steve Simmons, Jules Pering, Russell Marks 24-7. At the end of all the hard work we enjoyed Quesada hospitality and an excellent carvery meal together. Friday 14th LLB Southern League Division A: first match of the new season SL Lions v SL Tigers was another testing time with us finally all playing on our new carpet, although the persistent overnight rain did make the running speed and line different yet again. The silver footprints were quite unusual as well!! Several of the games were nip & tuck until the last few ends with the Lions winning through 12pts-2, shots 117-93. Winners: Ray Clarke, June & Keith Jones 20-15, Pat Bird, Sheila Cammack, Graham Bird 18-14, Janet McEneany, Keith Roberts, Peter McEneany 22-9, Kath Reid, Scott Malden, Phil Morrachan 23-19, Carol Lowry, Keith Phillips, Keith Lowry 21-11. Club website: www.sanluisbowls.byethost7.com

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San Miguel Bowls Club By Pat McEwan, Congratulations to San Miguel players, Chris Collier and Stuart Denholm for winning the 2016 Mens Pairs Valencian Championships. It was a great game to watch. The triples, Eileen McLaren, Tom Dalgleish and Mary Dyer had a very close game right up to the last end. San Miguel were holding shot for game, when the opposition got a rub and it cost San Miguel the cup!! In the ladies singles, it was a rerun of 2014, Anita Brown (San Miguel) played Jackie Johnson (Quesada). In 2014, Anita won it for the second time, in 2016 it was Jackie's turn, well played both. The rinks also went to the last end with Cliff Plaisted, Val Collier, Chris Collier and Stuart Denholm holding, when Bill Pain came in and cut the shots down for Vistabella to win. Many thanks to all who helped in any way with the running of the competition.

The Winter League had a rocky start to the new season, only managing 4 points away to La Siesta. Well done to Noel Davis, Lee Sinclair, Gail and Fred Willshire 21-13: A close game by Reg Cooper, Val & Chris Collier and Stuart Denholm winning 17-16. Total shots 79 to San Miguel and 99 to La Siesta. No further results received. The draw for the club championships has been made, check the board for details. WASPS on Wednesday afternoon are proving very popular. Come along at 1.30pm €5 for bowling, shoes, woods and tuition if required. For further information on San Miguel Bowls Club, please contact the President, Eileen Potts telephone 966730376 or Secretary Pat McEwan, telephone 966714257.

Emerald Isle Bowls Club By Elwyn Morris Saturday brought the finals of the Valencian tournament to a close and the Emerald Isle were very pleased to have the Men’s Singles Champion in Frank Close. Well done As a club we had a much greater representation this year than of late and all the players put up very commendable performances in their disciplines. It all bodes well for the clubs future We now return to normal with Wednesday seeing Javea Green playing at the Emerald Isle in the winter league and Berleen with the results going the way of the visitors. In a very close fought

game Javea won 8-4 but the aggregate was 83-84 EI winners where D Gerrard, R White, AM Stevenson and C Parsons winning 22-12 and Y Mallaburn, C Thomas, C Highland and F Close winning 16-13. Javea took the Berleen 18-14 as well Friday saw the Cavaliers travel to La Marina winning 10-4 while the EI Neptunes played against La Siesta Blues at home and won 8-6 Emerald Isle Roundheads hosted a home game against EI Outlaws in the afternoon with the Outlaws on top 12-2, aggregate of 114-81

Vistabella Bowls Club By Lynne Bishop Congratulations to all of our finalists in the Valencian Championships, especially to our Mixed Fours Champions Mo Foulcer, Arthur Brown, Martin Foulcer & Bill Pain who successfully beat the San Miguel four of Cliff Plaisted, Val Collier, Chris Collier & Stuart Denholm. There was a very tense moment when our team were four shots ahead going into the last end, San Miguel were holding four and with his last bowl Bill drew the perfect shot, there was a very loud cheer from the Vistabella supporters, a very exciting game to watch. Martin & Bill also won through to the final of the Men's Pairs, and again they were head to head with Chris Collier & Stuart Denholm only on this occasion they came runners up. Maggie Furness & Ian Kenyon came second to the Quesada Mixed Pairs of Carol Broomfield and Jason Prokopowycz and Lin Watkins & Carol Thorpe were also runners up to the Quesada Ladies Pairs Peta Rhodes & Carol Broomfield but well done to all of our players for doing Vistabella proud. WINTER LEAGUE. The Vistabella team were early risers for a drive up to Finca Guila to play the first game of the winter season, they had wins on three rinks and enough shots to win the long game to come away with eight points. Winning rinks were..Olwyn Ratcliffe, Tony French, Brian Dunn & Ian Kenyon 24-4. Beryl Regan, Charlie Watkins, Arthur Brown & Peter Whitehall 24-19. Sandra Burrows, Barbara Brown, Mike Regan & Gary Thorpe 17-7. Shots VB 94 (8) - 77 (4) FG. L.L.B. Fridays first league match was a home derby for the Picadors taking on the Lanzadores,

the Picadores came out on top with three winning rinks plus a drawn rink. Winning their points were Frank Barclay, Bert Ewart & Pat Rafferty 23-14. Sharron Kirk, Sue Norris & Gary Thorpe 23-15. Kevin Hardy, Jeff Neve & Bill Corbishley 18-11. Mo and Martin Foulcer & Bill Pain drew 13-13. Winning the points for the Lanzadores were Lynne Bishop, Mike Regan & Ian Kenyon 22-12. Beryl Regan, Barbara Brown & Maggie Furness 19-12 and Olwyn Ratcliffe, Jenny Bowman & Ken Cuthbert drew 13-13. Shots, Picadores 101 (9) - 94 (5) Lanzadores. The Conquisadores were at home to the MonteMar Toreadors, well done to the winning teams of Ron Smith, Pete & Penny Tomkins 21-7. Sheila and Mike Cox & Avril Kendall 18-12 and Rosemarie and Ken Savage & Diane Hudson 20-11. Shots, VB 104 (8) - 81 (4) MM. For all the results & tables go to the website... www.levantelawnbowls.wixsite.com Sponsored by Auto Direct, Tv Choice & Rivingtons Restaurant.

EURONICS THURSDAY DART LEAGUE “THE ELECTRICAL SHOP” - BLUE LAGOON Match Results for 13th October 2016 Junction Jaguars 5-7 Hub Hyenas (2) 11-1 Hen’s Teeth Coqs (2)7-5 Porter House (2) 7-5 Massey’s (2) 11-1 Evolution (2) 9-3 Sp Life Misfits 2-10 Las Rosas 5-7

Ale House (2) Tavern Pint Depot Queens Porter House Bees Hen's Teeth Chicks Hub Hellraisers El Capitan (2) Junction Jackals (2)

League Table P Pts Legs Hub Hyenas 3 6 33 Massey's 3 6 29 Junction Jackals 3 6 25 Porter House 3 6 24 El Capitan 3 4 25 Evolution 3 4 24 Ale House 3 4 18 Hen's Teeth Coqs 3 3 16 Porter House Bees 3 2 17 Las Rosas 3 2 16 Hub Hellraisers 3 2 11 Tavern Oldies 3 1 12 Junction Jaguars 3 0 8 Pint Depot Queens 3 0 8 Sp Life Misfits 2.5* 7 Hen's Teeth Chicks 2.5* 3 * Singles matches from 29/9 to be played on Wed 19/10 This week’s featured match: Hen’s Teeth Coqs v Pint Depot Queens, report by Cheryl Sleath and Graham White It was a wet and wild night on Thursday when the Hen's Teeth Coqs

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hosted the Pint Depot Queens for the third round of league matches. The threatening clouds and cracks of thunder brought the crowds indoors to witness a tense battle between these two teams. The opening game of trebles set the tone as Dave Shephard, Tony Hassel and Brian Cobb faced Lynn Fozzard, Rachel Broadhead and Margaret Griffith in a tight contest of few really big scores and several missed doubles before Rachel hit D7 to put the visitors ahead. The highlight of the game though was Dave throwing one dart straight into the back of another - a rare shot indeed yet sadly counting for nothing. Game two saw the hosts draw level with Graham White, James Mackay and Joseph Cuyt defeating Vi Turner, Christine Cummins and Marie Cummins in another close encounter but Captain Coq James making his mark with a 100 and a 101 finish including double 15 for the game. The final trebles game saw Steve Maxwell join Brian and James to play Debbie Wright, Lorraine Cox and Rachel in another tense affair: despite a 140 from James and a 121 from Brian, more missed doubles led to the Queens taking a slender lead into the doubles. Parity was restored by the Coqs in the first doubles game, with Joseph and Graham defeating Vi and Marie courtesy of a double top from Joseph, before the match swung back to the Queens in the second doubles game with Lorraine and Lynn defeating Dave and Brian with a 116 from Lorraine and a good double 4 checkout from Lynn. The final doubles game before the break saw Tony and James even the match again, defeating Christine and Rachel in another tight contest thanks to James' double 6 finish. Triples and Pairs report by Graham White On to the singles and for the first time in the match the Coqs went into the lead when Brian hit D16 against Margaret. The Coqs were getting a little "cocky" and the Queens were not on their throne as much as they would like when they lost the next 2 games with Graham getting D4 against Debs and Joe beating pocket princess Vi with D5. No nonsense Marie Cummins stopped the rot when she

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The Hens Teeth Coqs v Pint Depot Queens beat Tony with a juicy D10. Singing resumed to ‘We've got 4, 4, 4, push pineapple …’ and HTC were panicking a little. We needed to win the last 2 games to level the match but Lorraine was up against James and he got D20 to make sure it wasn't going to be a draw. However, the Queens held their heads up high as Rachel played Dave in the last game and got D6 to make it a very respectable score for us. A Fantastic evening, great atmosphere and great banter. Queens very unlucky not to get a draw. Oh what a night, we played like queens and pulled quite a few teeth against the Coqs but not enough to succeed. We lost 7-5 in the end but gave them a run for their money. Singles report by Cheryl Sleath Elsewhere the ladies’ teams were also putting up a great fight and causing stormy weather for the fellas. The Jaguars narrowly lost out to the Ale house- going down to the last game, the Hellraisers raised hell for Evolution and the Chicks pecked one off of Masseys. Go girls!

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A record number of golfers, which included over 30 who came across from Ireland for the event, competed in the UNA DUFFY MEMORIAL DAY at El VALLE. For the most part the weather was good although the last few groups did get a bit wet. The course proved tricky as usual with the bunkers taking their toll however scoring in general was very good. Congratulations to Shaun Murphy for his hole in one at the 12th. The breakfast baps and goodie bags were much appreciated as was the fantastic buffet in the evening. Thank you Hazel and Rory and all Paddy's staff for looking after us, you did a great job. Chloe, thank you for the biscuits they were delicious. To Gene and all the sponsors a huge thank you for your generosity and well done Mick you did a grand job. The 2's pot was shared by Myra Coull, Paul Cullen, Shaun Murphy and Chris White. 3rd place Brid Hearty 38pts 2nd place Chris White 39pts Winner Larry Quinn 45pts. Next Outing - Alicante G C - Wednesday 9th November. The photo shows winner Larry Quinn with Gene Duffy and Captain Myra Coull.

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Rockets Golf Society Our home game today was a medal competition for the Ray Battiste Trophy. Ray was a well known figure in golf ,building and running, the Greenlands Golf Club near Montesinos. He was also Captain and President of the San Miguel Golf Society, a much loved man by everyone that knew him. The course was in excellent condition with lovely greens, wall to wall sunshine ,a good remedy for good scoring, and we were not disappointed, with Shamus Martin in the Gold Category coming in with a nett 71, to win the Trophy, Some other good scores were also recorded. Results: Gold Category 1st S Martin Nett 71, 2nd R Swift Nett 75, 3rd R Smith Nett 78 Silver Category 1st B Hickey Nett 74, 2nd M Wood Nett 76, 3rd M Hithersay Nett 81 Nearest Pins: Hole 4 & 15 P Daggatt, Hole 8 R Smith Longest Drive R Swift, Best Guest P Wilkinson After the game we returned to the St James’s Gate pub for “ Mandies Munchies “ and of course a drop of the brown stuff. Our next game is on Tuesday 25th October at Altorreal first tee 10.00am Be at the course by 9.15 am. Anyone who would like to join our friendly Society or just to enjoy a game whilst on holiday give Ron a ring on 678-849-142 or email sanmigron@gmail.com (Inset Ray Battiste)

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SOMETHING IN THE AIR? We are now in the Autumn high season period for golf on this region of Spain when green fee prices are at their highest and the courses SHOULD be in their best condition. There does however seem to be something wrong in paradise because a number of the courses are not in their usual pristine condition. La Peraleja have long term problems with the fairways and I have reported on this numerous occasions but now they have significant problems with the bunkers making them G.U.R and out of play. At the superb Alicante course a number of the greens look like patchwork quilts caused by the need to re-turf due to a disease on the greens. Even the well established Alenda course has an issue in the greens which were find one day and extremely poor after one nights heavy rain. Just what is casing such unusual events,could it be the affects of the long hot summer,the impact of too much traffic in October or changes in course maintenance procedures? The courses are obviously working hard to correct these issues but of course from a golfers perspective the sooner the better given the green fee prices being paid.

LA MARINA BOWLS CLUB By Barry Latham

Looks like I got lumbered or something like that to do the report each week. I can remember doing this 14 years ago but I have to say if something occurs that I can’t do it on Friday then there will be no report unless someone volunteers. So the season starts with the La Marina travelling to the other side of the world to play our good friends El Cid. We started well by getting all the bacon sarnies on time but from there on we went rapidly downhill with all rinks losing bar one which just happened to be my rink. We were brill and Dave O’Sullivan, Wendy Latham and John Mallet carried me again. Mind you it was worth going for the meal. The Seagulls played the Dolphins on Friday and this time my rink didn’t do so well , losing by two to Barry Sadler, Angie Butler and

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Maggie Sadler. The other winning rink for the Dolphins was Brian Duff with Martin Butler and Maria Duff. Three more winning rinks for the Seagulls were Len Daniels, in a close fought game of 16 – 14. Arthur Cronks’s rink was another tight game winning 20 – 17 while Terry and Jean Perchard and Captain Gina Hindle had a more comfortable win. Seagulls got the overall score by one. I think it was my wood on the last end !!!! Last to finish as usual.

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The Sharks entertained the Emerald Isle Cavaliers with the Isle coming away the clear winners by four rinks to two plus the overall score. Our two rinks were Kath Manning, Jim Reeves and Alex Whyte and in a very close game of 22 – 21Ron Maiden, Phil Pape and Jim Manning nothing like keeping it in the family.

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Greenland’s Bowls Club

20 members attended on Saturday Result of roll up1st Heather Meason 23 pts, 2nd after a three way c/b Rudi Wattley, 3rd was Tony Hodges, 4th Vic Young, the sought after wooden was won by Zoe Wilcox who has just returned with husband Jim from the UK . Timings for Saturday 0930 for 10hrs sharp and we look forward to all members attending future Saturday's. On Sunday we were visited by The Dolphins Bowls Club all the way from Poole in Dorset, The weather was sunny with a little cloudy which cooled things down a bit. The bowling was competitive but played in a friendly spirit and was enjoyed by everyone. Tuesday visitors were Hemel Hempstead B.C. a good day enjoyed by both teams in the sun. Our first Winter league game was at home to Bonalba and after a very competitive game the final result was as follows.. - Total shots for 69 against - 90. Pts 2-10. With two rinks drawing and two close results the final score did not reflect the overall performance of the team so well done everyone. In Fridays Div C match Greenlands Cedars were away to La Siesta Golds and came away winners 109-95 shots. Pts 10-4. In the A Div Southern League the Oaks were at home to Quesada Swallows, Final scores were Total shots for - 91. Total shots against - 110. Points 4 -10. Our next game is against the touring team of Burgess Hill on Sunday 16th Oct, hopefully the day will be a sunny one. For membership please ring Haley on 966 84 4399.

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MONTE STAGE THRILLING COMEBACK

Nearly three hundred loyal supporters poured into The Municipal Stadium to watch CD Montesinos host CF Racing Playas de Orihuela A in the Segunda Regional Grupo 16 to witness a thrilling five goal encounter - that saw Monte come back from 0-2 down to win 3-2. The Alicante based club - with a following of over 400 registered fans see new coach Carlos Perez as the man to change round their fortunes. It was Carlos's first league game in charge in the wake of the sacking of Camacho - just two games into the 2016-17 season - after suffering heavy defeats. New signing, striker Aureu, who shone in the 6-1 friendly win against Todo Deportivo last week, was again amongst the goals. League leaders RC took the lead in the opening minutes of the game, and added a second to lead 0-2 at the interval. "The manager told us at half time 'this is our final' - we can win the game", frontman Carlos told me after the game. Aureu reduced the deficit, when slotting the ball into the corner of the RC net, and Carlos netted the equaliser as Monte pursued a comeback. With RC under pressure from a revitalized Monte, Aureu slipped the ball

through the visitors defence and Carlos netted what turned out to be the winning goal to run out 3-2 victors. "It was amazing to see so many Montesinos fans cheering us on that definitely helped", said Carlos. "It was brilliant to come back from 0-2 down, to win 3-2. The manager instilled faith into the players in the dressing room at half time. "After manager Carlos Perez's message we believed we could win the game," said Carlos. Montesinos travel away to FB Redovan 'A' on October 23 hoping to build on their return of form after early season mishaps. Asked if CD Montesinos can gain promotion this season, Carlos said: "Do I think we can reach promotion? Maybe - we will see." Brazilian striker Vazquino, sidelined with injury since his return to Montesinos after a spell at Sporting Saladar, is set to return to action next weekend. "I look forward to wearing the CD Montesinos shirt once again. I am ready for selection after my injury period that saw me miss the first three games of the season," Vazquino told me.

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By Andrew Atkinson

Montesinos CF ........... 3 Playas de Orihuela ......2

Bull Flanagan GS recently held their Captains Day at Vistabella when 28 members made the short journey to take part in a hidden partners competition. Members were treated to a bacon sarnie and coffee sponsored by the society to get them ready for the game ahead. The Captain Chris Stott got the competition off at 9am with a Captains Drive which had a prize for the player getting their drive nearest to the Captains, won by Val Furness. Several prizes were on offer for nearest the pins and longest drive with sponsorship provided by Mick the Grip. Some really good scores were returned and the overall results were:- Winning pair Bill Peters and Colin Macdonald 62 pts and 2nd Ian Allison and Chris Smith with 61 pts. Best score of the day was 37 pts by Ian Allison and he received the Ria Gizen trophy. NTP’s were won by Keith Smith hole 4 and longest drive was won by Joe Sheehan. Football cards were won by Joe Sheehan with Borough and Bill Fantom with Sunderland. The final prize on hole 18 for best second shot to the green was won by Bill Peters. Members returned to the Bull Flanagan for refreshment and food prepared by the Captain and staff. Chris Stott the retiring Captain thanked everyone for their support throughout his year in office and presented the new Captains shirt to Ken Enever and wished him every success for his year in office. Picture attached of winners with the Captain after the presentation.

On a perfect day for golf almost 40 members and a couple of guests made their way to La Finca for the 1st round of our Captain’s Stableford competition. Although we run 3 categories on the day the Captain’s Stableford competition is based on all overall scores and the best 3 of 4 rounds to count over the course of this season. The course was in good condition but many players were asking what had been done to the greens, they were too fast!!This was reflected in the Bronze category results. It seems that the lower handicappers handled the speed better with both winners returning scores better than par. However a visitor did have the best score of the day with his 42 points and before handing in his card asked if he could join? The Secretary replied, yes of course, all you need to do is hand over your membership fee of €20. Which he did and was then told that his membership would begin NEXT week! (You always need to be aware of the Vikings) Results: N.T.P.’s Hole 3 I. Brown, Hole 6 NADA, Hole 13 B. Striver, Hole 16 J. Hettrick. Best Visitor K. Skipperud 42 pts. Bronze category, 3rd M. Myhrvold 28 pts. 2nd L. Holmberg 30 pts. 1st J. Dursley 31 pts. Silver category, 3rd A. Kilnes 29 pts. 2nd O. Rong 29 pts. (L/H) 1st I. Brown 39 pts. Gold category, 3rd C. Grey 33 pts. 2nd D. Lethaby 33 pts. (L/H) 1st K. Persson 38 pts. Photo: gold category winners www.tmgs.org or www.facebook.com/TMGSGOLF or call the Secretary on 661 524 101

La Siesta Bowls Club By Rod Edgerton The Winter League season commenced with a home match against San Miguel and this match seesawed with both sides having the advantage at different times. However, it was the home team that kept their nerve and came out winners by 99 shots to 79.Winning rinks were Sheila Chorley,Rod Edgerton,Sue Jordan and Brian Fraser 27-9. Val Dalton, Alex Morrrice, Pat Harman and Jean Cooper 23-14, and Harold Charleton, Pat Moore, Bill Jordan and Brian Gardiner 20-18. Overall points score La Siesta 8 San Miguel 4. The Blues first league match was away at Emerald Isle Claymores but despite winning the shots by 109-103 it was the Claymores that won the points 8-6. Two big wins for Joy Gardiner, John Taylor

and Jean Cooper 31-15 and Beryl Styring, Ramsey Sinclair and Alex Morrice 30-4 helped but La Siesta just came up short. The Golds started their home campaign in the Southern League with a 10-4 defeat at home to Greeenlands Cedars with a points score of 95109.The winning rinks for La Siesta were Wendy Ralph,Tony Campbell and Johnnie Ryder winning 23-16 and Penny Porter Rab Logan and John Lincoln winning 21-15.With lots of new players La Siesta will look to improve as those players get more experience as we go on but well done to everyone for their efforts. Two more Touring Teams are yet to visit with Fleet on Sunday and Burgess Hill on Tuesday.

Carp-R-Us Club News Round 5 of our Autumn series was to have been fished on the Embalse de Pedrera but due to the very bad weather forecast for the area the venue was changed to the Sweet water canal behind Nancys night club!! And a good job it was changed with the heavy rain on Thurs morning . Winner was Andy Foden with 3.48kg, second Ann Fowles with 2.78kg, third Geoff Tempest with 2.62kg and in fourth place Roy Dainty with 2.54kg. Round 6 is due to be fished on the 20th of October on the Eden canal part of the river Segura in Guardamar, pegs as normal- 8.00am and fishing from 9.00 till 2.00pm. Round 7 on the 27th of the month will be fished on the El Bosquet complex. As stated last week will you please return any Cups or Trophy’s from last year to the Committee by the 6th of

November. The next Quiz night will be on Tuesday the 25th of October, starting at 7.30pm. The cost is 1 Euro per person and teams to a maximum of 6 can take part. I am sorry to say that this will be the last Evening Quiz night at the Bar. It is hoped to start a Quiz in November on a Wednesday afternoon from 4.00 till approx 6.00 pm. Details next week. Our next meeting will be on Sunday the 6th of November with the Committee at 10.30am and this is followed by the general meeting at 11.00. The Clubs home is at the Bar El Alto La Dolores which is to be found just off the N 332 between La Mata and Guardamar. For more information on the Club go to the web site at www.carprus.weebly.com or you can also find us on Facebook Carp-R-Us Fishing Costa Blanca.

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