The Leader Newspaper 9 December 2024 – Edition 1053
Torrevieja Council is investing an additional e7 million into the port area, bringing the total investment to e21 million. This significant financial commitment is aimed at preparing the area for the highly anticipated opening of a new leisure centre in the upcoming summer.
To ensure that the new leisure centre's opening coincides with a revitalized port area, the council has initiated three key projects:
New Wastewater Pumping Station: This essential infrastructure upgrade is necessary to accommodate the increased water volume generated by the new leisure centre. The project, budgeted at e449,198.61, will involve constructing a new pumping station capable of efficiently handling the additional wastewater load.
Electrical Upgrades: To power the new leisure centre and other facilities in the port area, the council is investing e3,627,872.40 in electrical upgrades.
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View of the new start of the Levante dam promenade and the footbridge connecting it to the leisure centre.
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PORT INVESTMENT
This includes the installation of two new electrical transformers and the modernization of the existing electrical infrastructure. These upgrades will ensure a reliable and efficient power supply for the entire area.
The upgrades will also allow the return of the fairground to the seafront from their current facilities in the Antonio Soria park.
Connecting Walkway: To enhance accessibility and connectivity within the port area, the council is constructing a new elevated walkway. This e2,922,870.31 project will link the Levante dock with the new leisure centre, providing pedestrians with a convenient and scenic route.
These investments are crucial for the revitalization of the port area. By improving infrastructure and creating new amenities, the council aims to attract more visitors, stimulate economic growth, and enhance the overall quality of life for residents and tourists alike. Additionally, these projects will facilitate the return of popular events like the May Fair to the port area, benefiting local businesses and the community.
The magic of Christmas at Zenia Boulevard
Zenia Boulevard is transforming into a winter wonderland this Christmas season. The shopping centre has curated a diverse range of activities for all ages, from festive workshops to heartwarming charity initiatives.
A highlight of the season is the Father Christmas Village, a magical space where children can meet Santa, write letters, and participate in creative workshops. The traditional Father Christmas House will also be open, allowing children to hand in their letters and enjoy faceto-face encounters with the jolly old man.
For entertainment, Zenia Boulevard has organized Nickelodeon Meet & Greets, featuring beloved characters like Paw Patrol and SpongeBob SquarePants. Festive performances, including Christmas carols and musical shows, will fill the air with
cheer.
Zenia Boulevard is also committed to giving back to the community.
The Solidarity Train will collect books for a local school, promoting literacy and fostering a sense of community. The Santa's Walk, a charity event organized in collaboration with the Pink Ladies Cancer
Support Group, which took place on Sunday,
raise funds and collect donations for those in need.
The Christmas season at Zenia Boulevard promises to be a memorable experience for everyone. From festive cheer to community engagement, the shopping centre is offering a magical holiday experience.
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Everlasting Night
By David Whitney
The futility of war
What the hell's it for
When most people
Only want to live in peace
Decisions by the few Who tell men what to do When will the ravages Of conflict cease
Men want to live and thrive
They want to stay alive
They want to see Their sons and daughters grow
Warmongers do not fight They stay safe day and night
Whilst sending men
To die and kill their foe
Cities bombed to bits
Reminiscent of the Blitz
No regard for life
Or what life means
Only tears and pain
As bombs and bullets rain
Their future only bright
Within their dreams
They pray each night for calm
But hear the war alarm
And hope that God Will somehow put things right
But days and months go by The missiles light the sky And daylight fades To everlasting night!
holiday
will
The mayor, Eduardo Dolón, and the general director of Urban Planning, Víctor Costa.
Preparing for Christmas at Ss Peter and Paul, Torrevieja
In the run up to the celebration of the Nativity of the Lord at Christmas, Ss Peter and Paul, Torrevieja is having two special services at Lago Jard’n Church and La Siesta Church.
Father Richard A. Seabrook SSC, the English Priest in Torrevieja, said: “Every year we look forward to celebrate the Nativity of Our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ with our special Masses at our churches but we also prepare with special events which many people enjoy”.
“On Friday 13th December between 1800 and 1900 at Lago Jardin Church, Urb Lago Jardin, Torrevieja there will be an hour of carol singing and readings outside the church. People love traditional carol singing and so it?s great to sing our carols and hear the Christmas story in an informal manner”.
“Wrap up warmly”, said Father Seabrook.
On Thursday 19th December at 1800 at La Siesta Church, Calle Granados, Urb La Siesta in Torrevieja there will be a more formal Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols.
“This is the same worldwide famous Nine Lessons and Carols Service that comes from King’s College, Cambridge on Christmas Eve and I’m sure here in Torrevieja we can match the quality if the singing, commented Father Seabrook. We hear in Sacred Scripture the nine lessons which culminate in the Nativity story and sing glorious carols celebrating Christ’s birth. All are welcome”!
The Masses for Christmas will be at 1700 on December 24th at Lago Jard?n; 2330 on December 24th at La Siesta; and 1030 on December 25th at La Siesta.
I would like to wish everyone a Happy, Blessed, and Peaceful Christmas that the joy of the Saviour’s birth may bring hope to our troubled and tormented world, added Father Seabrook.
SERVICES
Friday 13th December
Carol Singing
1800 – 1900 Lago Jardin Church
Thursday 19th December
A Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols 1800 La Siesta Church
Tuesday 24th December - Mass
1700 Lago Jard’n Church
Tuesday 24th December - Mass
2330 La Siesta Church
Wednesday 25th December Mass - 1030 La Siesta Church
frras@c-of-e-torrevieja.com 693 932 438
AFew Good Men !
Many residents of Orihuela Costa are retirees from central Europe, Scandinavia, or Britain, investing their life savings in a house in southern Alicante.
You arrive thinking it is paradise on earth, with a great welfare state, safety, a fabulous climate, unique gastronomy, excellent infrastructure, and many like-minded people with whom to socialise.
You find a lovely apartment in an urbanisation with a pool and gardens or a small house where you quickly make friends.
Initially, everything seems perfect. But soon, reality sets in: dirty streets, overgrown gardens, uncollected rubbish, broken containers, defective street lamps, potholes, dirty beaches, a shortage of medical facilities, nowhere to socialise other than bars, and a lack of security. You start asking questions, visit the town hall, but receive no help. Neighbours tell you this is just how things are. Then you hear about UNIDOS POR LA COSTA, a group of Spanish and foreign neighbours who are also protesting and striving for improvements.
A friend suggests that you register, so you join UNIDOS POR LA COSTA. Occasionally, you receive messages but remain passive, as you continue to enjoy the great weather and your new surrounds.
Meanwhile, as you relax by the side of your pool, your Association is fighting for your rights, which are largely being ignored by the Orihuela Town Hall.
It has approached the Ombudsman, the Mission of which in the Community of Valencia is to ensure compliance with, and respect for, the rights and freedoms of the general public by the local and regional administration. Well, good news. At long last your association has now managed to get the Ombudsman to instruct Orihuela Town Hall to respond truthfully to it’s many questions with verifiable data and detailed commitments.
He has now written to the Orihuela Government, details of which are below:
Complaint 2402567 Presented by ‘Unidos por la Costa’ (United for the Coast) - Resolution of Considerations to the Administration
TO THE ORIHUELA CITY COUNCIL:
We remind you of the legal duty to respond within the legally established time limit, expressly and with reasons, to written submissions from the public, as per article 21 of Law 39/2015.
We recommend issuing a reasoned response to letters submitted by the interested party, addressing each issue raised and notifying them of the resolution.
Administrations must then send a report within a month stating if they accept these considerations and the measures they will adopt. If not accepted, they must justify their response.
UNIDOS POR LA COSTA asks questions on behalf of nearly 1,000 members from 40 nationalities, representing the 30,000 registered residents, plus the many unregistered residents and the thousands of additional visitors to this part of Spain.
We are ashamed of what we see and experience. This situation in Orihuela Costa, the way we are treated by the administration is not normal, and we want all our neighbours to understand.
Spain is a great country. Orihuela Costa is your home. So let's ALLget involved, commit ourselves, defend what is ours, and thereby work together to achieve what is best for everyone.
JOIN UNIDOS POR LA COSTA NOW. It is a non-political organisation, the membership of which is absolutely free. Help us to achieve strength in numbers which will then better enable us to represent the people of Orihuela Costa.
Further information is available on our Facebook Page at: www.facebook.com/unidosxlacosta
The Orihuela Coast says enough is enough
Four Injured in San Isidro Head-On Collision
A head-on collision between two vehicles on the road to San Isidro, heading towards Granja de Rocamora, resulted in four injuries of varying severity on Friday.
Emergency responders, including the Local Police, Civil Guard, a SAMU unit, and to Basic Vital Support units, arrived on the scene to assist the injured involving a 63-year-old man with multiple traumatic injuries and three other men, aged 35 and 20, who sustained bruises.
All four were transported to the Vega Baja Hospital in Orihuela for further treatment.
One individual was trapped inside their vehicle, necessi-
tating a nearly two-hour rescue operation by firefighters. The alert was received at 8:19 a.m. on Friday, with emergency services concluding their response at 9:58.
ORIHUELA AVERAGE FAMILY INCOME
The average Orihuela family earns around €19,651 annually, mainly working in tourism and commerce.
Typically, these families consist of married couples with one or two children.
A recent study by the Department of Family reveals a 16% decline in the birth rate, posing challenges
for the workforce and early childhood education.
The report, "Portrait of the Families of Orihuela 2024," provides insights for policymakers by analysing various socio-demographic factors.
The council emphasizes the importance of families in enhancing community wellbeing.
OVER 200 PEOPLE TURN OUT FOR PINK LADIES SANTA WALK
Maria and the Pink Ladies and Panthers
AACC Cancer charity annual 5k Santa Walk started and finished at Zenia
Boulevard shopping centre on Sunday morning.
Maria took to the stage from where she thanked her supporters and the Boulevard Management for making the event such a success
In a festive atmosphere over 200 people filled the Boulevard Central Square as they once again
marched behind members of the Policia Local, some dancing and some singing along to the Christmas tunes that were being played, happy in the knowledge that every cent of their registration fees and donations will be used by the Orihuela Costa Branch of the cancer charity AACC.
Once again participants were very generous as many also donated items of food and toiletries which were passed to a charity for the homeless.
UKRAINE DRUG TRAFFICKER ARRESTED
The National Police arrested an 18-year-old Ukrainian at Alicante-Elche airport, wanted by Austria for drug trafficking. He faces a 15-year prison sentence. The suspect imported 20 kilos of marijuana from Bangkok to Austria, hiding it in heatsealed bags. He was caught attempting to smuggle it into Germany via Frankfurt airport.
ALBANIAN THIEF JAILED
A 43-year-old Albanian thief, who used multiple false identities, was apprehended by the Civil Guard in Torrevieja. He is accused of violent robberies and document forgery in Orihuela Costa. Following a €87,500 burglary on September 21st, his true identity was confirmed through fingerprint analysis. The suspect, arrested on November 1st, had stolen goods, counterfeit documents, and cash at his home.
Maria and her Pink Ladies.
Keeping you abreast of the fashion world.
You couldn’t make it up; though in hindsight, when the modern moms began dropping off their kids at the school gate whilst dressed in their pajamas, one was entitled to wonder ‘what next’. Anyway, the ‘next’ has come, so leading on from there; do you know what this autumn’s fashionable types are wearing? Of course you don’t … and this is where YCBS comes into the frame.
Bathrobes, that’s what! This is the outdoor attire adopted by a rake of celebrities, influencers, and all the fashion conscious that follow such trends. Isabelle Huppert recently wore a fluffy white bathrobe to an A-list gala event. Angeline Jolie and Rihanna have also been seen out and about in their bathrobe attire.
And it’s not only the sisters that are throwing this bathrobe bravura. The influential men about town are at it as well. Some say that the ‘working from home’ age is partly to blame for the new fangled fashion. Men and women are more comfortable in their own home lounging around in a bathrobe. What happened next is that the business executive got a call to go into the office at short notice – and so he went as he was. The female counterpart promised to meet a colleague for elevenses; and so she too, pops out as she is. Next thing they are all buying designer and more out-door type bathrobes. Should you be in the market for one of these garments, Derek Rose will send it to you for a mere ˇ875. Oh, I almost forgot, delivery is free!
If you intend heading in that direction, the first lesson is that you must never refer to your bathrobe as a dressing-gown. The Gorls need to think like Isabelle, Angeline and Rihanna, whilst the Lads have the perfect role model in Hugh Heffner. Hugheen did his best
work at home and in so doing he made the men’s bathrobe famous.
In an effort to try and find out if the new fashion will take off on Main Street, I decided to do my own little bit of research. Dress has become so casual over the past few years that it is very probable the bathrobe will be adopted by the masses as our everyday attire.
Outside Delvin Cattle Mart I met a big burly farmer from Kilskyre. Victor and I had always been sort of on a nodding acquaintance level, so I reckoned he might be well disposed to being interviewed by me.
He was dressed in wellington boots, baggy trousers, woolen waistcoat, sports jacket and a fawn gabardine overcoat.
Victor was quite approachable when I enquired if he might like to answer a couple of questions for this newspaper. The first thing I noticed when he fixed his quizzical gaze upon me was that his peaky cap was way off line. I decided to get straight to the point, summoning up my most sincere, inviting and earnest reporter tone.
‘Would you consider coming here next week wearing a bathrobe?’ I asked; believing this to be a very reasonable first ceist that would lead to the makings of a great interview. It didn’t go well …
All I heard was the ‘swish’ of an ash plant around my head. The notepad went flying into a puddle of pi… ah you know yourselves; followed by my stars and stripes straw hat, with ‘Howdy’ emblazoned on the front, landing in a splatter of green goo.
When I got the cow dung out of my eyes I could see Victor talking to mart owner, Thomas Potterton, with my interviewee pointing an angry finger in my direction. I left … having come to the sad conclusion that not everybody is in favour of moving with the times …
Fashion is much more than being cutely dressed. Dress codes are driven by culture, events, popular music and celebrity influence. From austere suits of the 1930s depression, to the laid-back leather jacket of the 1950, the bell-bottoms of the 1970s, the shiny opulence of the 1980s – to the bathrobe of today!
Men’s fashion usually resides in the shadow of the ladies; until now, that is, with a his and hers bathrobe!
But back to the bathrobed broads …just think where we have come from. At the beginning of the 20th century, styles were proper and demure. Ladies wore high-necked dresses and hemlines that brushed the floor.
Come the 1920s and with it the Gorls shed their shackles and dressed with abandon to dance the Charleston and the shimmy. Maybe that was the thin end of the wedge and once again we have to ask of the robed rabble … what next …?
DON’T FORGET
The older we get the more of our friends we bury. We don’t ever forget them though. This week our thoughts are with the family of Assumpta - especially because she was such a devotee of this column, and she let everybody know it. Rath De ar a Anam.
PilarDay of Disability
The ëInternational Day of Disabilityíwas celebrated in Pilar de la Horadada with the reading of a manifesto by the mayor Jose Maria Perez and representatives of different groups, the activity ëThe tree of abilityíwith the participation of various local associations. The event was attended by several councillors, the RafaPuede Foundation, the Day Centre and CDIAT, as well as members of the public.
The International Day of Persons with Disabilities aims to remember that the struggle for the rights of persons with disabilities is an ongoing task trying to create a fairer, accessible and inclusive society where we all have the same opportunities reaffirming the commitment to equality, inclusion and dignity of all people, regardless of their physical, mental or sensory conditions.
Nativity display in Horadada Tent
Pilar de la Horadada has begun its festive season with the lighting of Christmas lights and unveiling a new municipal nativity scene outside the Town Hall, under a transparent tent.
During the ceremony, Mayor Jose Maria Perez Sanchez announced various activities for all ages, including concerts, musicals, children's workshops, magic shows, cinema, escape rooms, and the traditional San Silvestre Pilareña on New Year's Eve morning.
ORIHUELA PROMISED €20 MILLION IN EU FUNDING
The Orihuela Council is preparing to submit the Local Comprehensive Development Strategy (EDIL) 2025-2029 for European funds, with projects exceeding 20 million euros. Announced by Mayor Pepe Vegara during a meeting in Brussels with Valentina Corsetti of DG REGIO, these projects focus on three strategic areas: regenerating the historic centre, structuring the municipality with sustainable public transport between coastal districts and the centre, and improving coastal infrastructure. Detailed project announcements are forthco-
Christmas and New Year's Eve events will take place in Plaza de la Iglesia, featuring local DJs, bars, and catering.
Santa Claus will visit on December 21, and the Royal Page will be present from January 2-4 to collect letters for the Three Wise Men.
The Three Wise Men's Parade on January 5 will run along Calle Mayor to Plaza de la Iglesia, where, as is the tradition, they will hand out toys to children.
ming, thanks to the specialized European Funds team.
Mayor Vegara emphasized the importance of these projects for urban renewal, social improvement, and completing planned investments.
FOLLOWING A LIFE-LONG DREAM FOR AGE CONCERN
At 66 years young, Marion Stirling embarked on a lifelong dream: hiking the iconic West Highland Way in Scotland. This gruelling 96mile trek, stretching from Milngavie to Fort William, is a challenge that tests both
physical & mental endurance.
Marion's passion for hiking was ignited during her time as a military wife, where she often found solace in the great outdoors. Now, with more time on her hands, she decided to seize the opportunity to fulfil her bucket list dream.
Marion turned her adventure into a fundraising initiative for Age Concern Costa Blanca Sur, a charity where she volunteers, and With the support of her husband, Sandy, she set out to raise funds by sharing her story. The journey was far from easy. Marion faced numerous challenges, including steep climbs and inclement weather. However, with the support of her sister, Nicole,
and granddaughter, Liz, she persevered. Their encouragement and camaraderie helped her overcome obstacles and keep her spirits high. One unexpected challenge was getting lost on the first day, which added several extra miles to her itinerary. Despite the setback, Marion remained determined to complete the hike and collect stamps for her WHW Passport.
In the end, Marion's hard work and determination paid off. She successfully completed the West Highland Way and raised over 800 euros for Age Concern Costa Blanca Sur. Her story is an inspiration to others, demonstrating that age is no barrier to achieving one's dreams.
Handover of the cheque
Orihuela Christmas light show kicks off festivities at Glorieta
Orihuela's Christmas festivities began with a stunning light show at the Glorieta. The event celebrated community resilience, as evidenced by the winning story from the literary contest inspired by recent floods. The city's streets are now illuminated with festive lights, including innovative displays on Avenida de España and C/Calderon de la Barca. In addition to the lights, Orihuela offers cultural attractions such as the municipal nativity scene. The city invites everyone to experience the magic of Christmas and create lasting memories.
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ALL WAS WELL AND ENDED WELL
The Adapt Theatre Group celebrated the conclusion of their pantomime "Snow White and the 7 Guiris" with their fourth and final performance.
The show, featuring outstanding performances from Carine Van Vooren as Snow White, Eric Berg as the Italian hunter, and seven hilarious "guiris" (typical Brits abroad), was a hit with both Spanish and English-speaking audiences.
The event included a witty script by Jane Cronin and direction by Linda Myers.
The group will soon announce the charity funds raised and begin planning next year's show.
For updates, contact Eric at ericberg2@hotmail.com.
NEW DRIVING REGULATIONS FOR 2025
The Direccion General de Trafico (DGT) is implementing three new regulations for driving on dual carriageways and motorways in Spain, effective January 2025. Motorists are urged to acquaint themselves with these changes to avoid fines.
The new rules emphasise staying in the right lane and prohibit overtaking during adverse weather to allow snowploughs to operate in the left-most lane.
Additionally, drivers must understand the emergency corridor rule, which mandates
moving to the side in heavy traffic to create a path for emergency vehicles. This practice is common in many EU countries.
In a notable change, the DGT will permit motorcyclists to use the hard shoulder on dual carriageways and motorways during heavy traffic, at a restricted speed of 30kph.
However, motorcyclists must yield to vehicles using the hard shoulder for breakdowns or already permitted uses, such as bicycles, animal-drawn vehicles, and mopeds.
TORREVIEJA HOME HELP CONTRACT AWARDED
Torrevieja Council has awarded a two-year contract to Atende for Home Help Services (SAD), with an option for two more years. The contract, valued at €881,473 annually, totals €3,525,892 over four years.
SAD provides essential domestic, personal, and educational support to individuals and families, enhancing independence and community integration. Over 100 residents benefit from SAD, which is accessible to both municipal and regional concession recipients, based on individual and family circumstances requiring special care.
QUICKIE CROSSWORD
ACROSS ACROSS
1.Heroic (4)
8.Infuriate (10)
9.Discarded (8)
10.Bogus (4)
12.Mean (6)
14.Brand (6)
15.Fate (6)
17.Omen (6)
18.Soon (4)
19.Petition (8)
21.Trickery (10)
22.Rave (4)
CAN YOU MASTER THE SUDOKU CHALLENGE?
Fill in the grid so that every row, every column, and every 3x3 box contains the digits 1 to 9.
9.Most of its leaves will have gone by the end of autumn (8)
10.Turn out to be in error about a point (4)
12.He acts in a virtuous way (6)
14.Very much the opposite (6)
15.Point has a need to be put differently (6)
17.Sea air? (6)
18.Game is a Southern game (4)
19.Jutted most noticeably (5,3)
21.How to learn to dance in stages (4,2,4)
22.Place to view, we hear (4)
DOWN DOWN
2.Freedom from care for a body of men (10)
3.Perhaps every church includes one (4)
4.Loyal toast drunk in hock, presumably (6)
5.Go the rounds? (6)
6.Possibly face up to a hot drink (3,2,3)
7.Point to a shed thatís close (4)
11.Describing one who was his own master? (4-6)
13.Allow no openings for substitutes (4-4)
16.Theyíre written in eastern and southern states (6)
17.But an electrician longs to find them (6)
18.Thus duplicated, itís mediocre (2-2)
20.Lowers the standard, perhaps (4)
LEADER TRIVIA QUIZ (Answers on page 20)
1. Although it is not made of silk today, which very common fabric takes its name from the silk once worn by French kings?
2. Every city in Venezuela (well almost) has a town square named after which national hero?
3. An iconic Soviet executive automobile and a major river.
4. Which rider wears the 'maillot a pois' in the Tour de France?
5. Which popular 1963 Hollywood film, sometimes referred to as "the best Hitchcock movie that Hitchcock never made", ends with the following words? "Oh, I love you, Adam ... Alex ... Peter ... Brian ... whatever your name is. Oh, I love you. I hope we have a lot of boys and we can name them all after you." "But before we start that, may I have the stamps?"
6. What are the two most populated cities in Croatia?
7. Which deep fried dish, and or cooking technique, probably takes its name from a Portuguese word for the fasting period during Lent?
8. Which form of water transport is also the name of a collective noun sometimes used for ducks, turkeys and auks? (four letters)
9. Which self-deprecating New Yorker, born in 1935, has been nominated a record 15 times for the Oscar for Best Original Screen Play?
10. The following lyrics are all from songs with the word "Mountain" somewhere in the song title. Can you name the song? a. No wind, no wind, no rain, no rain, nor winter's cold can stop me babe. b. He was born in the summer of his 27th year. c.
It's so noisy at the fair, but all your friends are there, and the candy floss you had and your mother and your dad. d. Ford every stream, follow every rainbow, till you find your dream
11. What are the names of the three most commonly used Japanese noodles that end with the letter "n"?
12. Name the three countries where the most private cars were in use in the year 1920?
13. Who painted the following self-portraits? a. Self-portrait with Straw Hat (1888). b. Self-portrait with Beret and Turned Up Collar (1659). c. Self-portrait with Fried Bacon (1941)
14. What is the name of the very large inflatable female mascot often used by ACDC in concert?
15. What is the name of the elderly nanny in Brideshead Revisited?
16. After the devastation of six years of world war, which four countries had the most operational telephones in 1946?
17. In the Tour de France, which French name is given to team members who act like worker bees in support of their team leader?
18. Name the films in which Robin Williams plays alongside the following actors. a. Dustin Hoffman. b. Sally Field. c. Jeff Bridges. d. Ethan Hawke. e. Shelley Duvall. f. Robert de Niro. g. Forest Whitacker. h. Glen Close
19. In archery, what is the name of the notch found at the rearmost end of an arrow? (four letters)
20. On which famous album cover is New York city's World Trade Centre partially obscured by a glass of orange juice?
Ciudadanos Denounces Council for Inflated Expropriation Costs
Ciudadanos spokesman Jose Aix has accused the Orihuela Council of overpaying for the expropriation of a road in Villamartin.
According to Aix, the Council paid two million euros to a construction company for the road linking the Zenia Boulevard shopping centre and the Villamartin urbanisation.
Aix claims the payment could have been reduced to 1.2 million euros, potentially saving the municipality 800,000 euros.
During the last plenary session, Aix questioned Mayor Pepe Vegara, who also serves as the councillor for
Finance, about the new payment to the company linked to the Pedrera family.
Aix said that, during his tenure as councillor for Urban Planning, he had managed to lower the price.
Since the question was not recorded prior to the session, Vegara opted to respond later in writing.
The Council's legal department stated that the amount paid was determined by an independent jury.
The road acquisition was initiated by the PP-Cs government team in the previous legislature, with the Plenary approving a 1.2 million euro investment in September 2022.
Torrevieja's New Flood Park: A Green Solution
Torreta Florida flood park, set to open by year's end, is a testament to sustainable urban development and flood mitigation.
Developed by Agamed, this multi-functional green space features a skate and calisthenics area, serving as a key component of Torrevieja's stormwater management system.
The park's permeable surfaces allow rainwater to infiltrate the ground, reducing runoff and miti-
gating flood risks, while contributing to groundwater recharge.
Landscaping with native plants enhances biodiversity and provides shade, creating a pleasant microclimate. The park is part of Torrevieja's Stormwater Master Plan, which includes a network of flood parks and ponds.
These green spaces work together to manage stormwater effectively, even during extreme weather
Murcia Fishing Industry two-day strike
The fishing sector in Murcia faces a crisis due to new EU restrictions, limiting trawling to 27 days annually, down from 145.
This threatens the industry's viability, leading to fears of bankruptcies, job losses, and business closures.
In protest, the sector plans a two-
day strike on December 9-10, mooring boats, closing markets, and holding a large demonstration in Madrid.
Fishermen argue the restrictions are unjustified and highlight EU hypocrisy in allowing imports of illegally caught fish from Morocco.
events.
Torrevieja's investment in green infrastructure demonstrates a forward-thinking approach to urban planning, creating a more liveable and environmentally friendly environment for residents.
The Torreta Florida flood park exemplifies how innovative design and sustainable practices can transform a city's landscape and improve quality of life.
The Church of JESUS CHRISTof Latter-Day Saints in Torrevieja meet at 10.00 each Sunday in their chapel at Rambla Juan Mateo Garcia, 104. All Welcome. Phone or whatsapp the missionaries on 659 016 733
Join us at the SALT CHURCH Sundays at 10.30 am. We are a friendly church, bible centred in our teaching and informal in our worship. Meets at Calle Daya Nueva 12, PolÌgono Ind. Levante 11, 03187 Los Montesinos. We look forward to meeting you. www.Saltchurchspain.
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International Christian Assembly, Calle Beniajan 14, Torrevieja -Evangelical Church. Sunday Service 11 a.m.; - Contact 966 799 273 / 660 127 276. Evangelical non-denominational church. www.icatorrevieja.org
The Car of the Month at AUTOMOVILES CRESPO is an attractive 2019 Ford Ecosport at just 21,900e Come along to our large showroom in Elche and see our vast range of new and used cars or call 96 666 22 60 for all our latest offers. See page 5. We can assure you of the biggest and best choice of new and used cars in the area for price, choice and quality. ENGLISH SPOKEN
AGE CONCERN BEREAVEMENTGROUP.
Have you lost somebody close to you? Are you finding life difficult after a bereavement? Come along and chat to other people in the same situation. Starting on October 10th, then every Tuesday from 2-4pm at the Age Concern Centre, Calle Paganini, La Siesta, Torrevieja. 96 678 6887. Everyone is welcome. Los Alc·zares Digital Camera Club. Interested in photography? We invite you to come and join us at our twice monthly meetings. Please contact coordinatorladcc@ gmail.com or see http://www.los-alcazarescamera.club/ for details.
COMMUNITYCARE ASSOCIATION (CCA) Open to residents of Orihuela Costa over 60 years of age. Located at the Centro Civico Alameda del Mar. Open 2 times a week for a programme of English speaking activities, various Spanish lessons including Games & Quiz on Mondays. Art sessions and Easy Conversation on Wednesdays. Information and advice regards living in Spain. Anyone wanting to join CCAsocial activities can pop along between 12pm Mondays and Wednesdays for more info from Eva or Norah in the Cafe area. Email: oc.communitycare@gmail.co m Social Activities: Spaces available now. Mondays.
Spanish Level 2. Spanish Games & Quiz. Wednesday. Easy Spanish Conversation. Age Concern Costa Blanca Sur is here to help with well being for the over 50ís. We need volunteer Drivers and people to join our Home Visiting Team to visit a Residential Home, and take them out for a coffee. Call into our centre in La Siesta , ring 966 786 887 or email: costablanca@ageconcern.org.es Royal Naval Association,
Torrevieja Branch meets on the first Wednesday of the month at 5pm at the Lakeview bar, Quesada. For more info contact Chairman Tony Jenkins on +44 7576 117 222, Secretary Steve Hemingfield 0n Mob/Whats 711 011 373 The RAFACosta Blanca RMG is a social group of caring people and remains affiliated to the parent Assn. Contact is via the RAFA website rafa.org.uk.
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MUSICAL TO BE SET ON BAY CITY ROLLERS
The Bay City Rollers, the iconic Scottish boy band, are set to be immortalized in a new musical, "Rollers Forever," to commemorate the 50th anniversary of their first number-one hit.
The musical will transport audiences back to the 1970s, featuring the band's greatest hits like "Bye Bye Baby" and "Shang-aLang."
The show follows two devoted fans, Susan and Jenny, as they reminisce about their teenage years and their love for the Rollers.
Original band member Stuart "Woody" Wood, who joined the band at 17, is involved as an
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The musical is a collaborative effort between award-winning playwright Danny McCahon and acclaimed director Liz Carruthers. Current Roller John McLaughlin, who organized the band's recent reunion, is also part of the production.
Fans like Gail Shackley, a devoted follower since 1975, are excited about the musical. She believes it's the perfect time to celebrate the band's legacy, as the Rollers have gained a new wave of popularity.
The musical is set to open at the Pavilion Theatre in Glasgow in August 2025, promising a nostalgic journey for fans of all ages.
This year's competition boasts a record-breaking E9,000 prize pool, making it the perfect opportunity to showcase your creativity, attract festive shoppers, and transform Torrevieja into a dazzling winter wonderland.
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Sonrisas HarmonyA Date For Your Diary!
Don't miss Sonrisas Harmony's concert on Dec 11th at Centro Cultural Las Claras! Expect songs from musicals and movies, including "Circle of Life."
They'll also showcase their new Christmas repertoire. This large female A Cappella chorus, with 46 members from 14 countries, supports local charities. Get tickets early as their concerts sell out fast! Contact via sonrisasharmony@outlook.com or Facebook
Christmas Window Dressing Competition. Then, unleash your inner designer and complete your awe-inspiring displays by December 11th.
The competition is open to all small and medium-sized businesses within Torrevieja, so gather your team, brainstorm dazzling concepts, and let the festive spirit flow! Vie for the top prize
of E2,000 or numerous runnerup awards. Just a friendly reminder: to be eligible, ensure your business is up-to-date on tax obligations with Social Security, AEAT, and the City of Torrevieja.
So join the fun, spread holiday cheer, and let's make Torrevieja sparkle brighter than ever before!
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How to avoid visiting the DGTOffices
Dealing with administration can be a daunting task for many, partly due to the apparent complexity of some of the procedures, and partly due to the inconvenience of having to attend a very busy office, where many more people are trying to achieve their own resolution, but when it comes to traffic and vehicle procedures, there is some good news, because almost all traffic procedures can be carried out remotely.
At this time, 94% of traffic procedures can be carried out without having to go to the provincial and local DGT Traffic Headquarters, either by telephone -060-, Internet - Electronic Headquarters - or in the mobile application - AppmiDGT -. Only the application for permits for dangerous goods and the exchange of permits require in-person attention.
The General Directorate of Traffic works every day to improve the service it provides to citizens.
For this reason, among other measures, it has
continued to expand the procedures related to driving licences or vehicles that can be presented or carried out electronically, without the need to make an appointment or go in person to the provincial and local Traffic headquarters.
At this time, with the exception of the application for permits for dangerous goods and the exchange of permits, all procedures related to the driver's licence of the holder or the vehicle can be carried out comfortably and quickly by telephone (060), through the headquarters electronic from the DGT or the AppmiDGT mobile application and with the same guarantees as if it were done in person.
In addition, there are also other procedures, such as renewing a driving licence or permanently deregistering a vehicle, which can be carried out directly at collaborating entities.
In this line of improvement, the DGT Electronic Headquarters has been renewed and now allows all procedures related to vehicles to be carried out in an even simpler way, explaining the entire process step by
step and also allowing all documentation to be directly attached without even having to do it through registration.
After presenting the documentation, the operator at the DGT Headquarters carries out the procedure and sends the response to the individual.
IN terms of collaborating entities, one of the biggest and most useful is the post office,
Correos. Via Correos you can carry out procedures such as the application for a duplicate driving licence, obtain vehicle reports, notify a vehicle sale or purchase, as well as change of ownership, and of course, the issuing of the Environmental Sticker for your vehicle.
Many of the procedures are available at all post offices, some can only be conducted via networked centres, and the website, correos.es, has more information.
Local Offices are in Alicante, Elche, Murcia and Cartagena
SAN MIGUEL GS AT LO ROMERO (4
DEC)
Everybody who has played at Lo Romero has the proverbial photo of the iconic “Giant Golf Ball” – and this week’s photos are far more festive! A very popular course and you know why once you’ve played it. The weather was grey, and it was chilly, but the mood wasn’t quite as dull.
Lo Romero Golf is a fantastic course, which is well maintained, with extra developments currently being done with the addition of a humungous water feature (also soon to be known as “Lost Ball Zone”). A challenging course for mid to high handicap players, but still quite challenging for the lower handicap with some very speedy greens today. A fairly standard first hole setting out but that S.1 Island Green at the 18 can make or destroy your round!
A full complement of 48 lined up later than we normally would but we all got in as the, somewhat shy, sun today decided to set. Not very many bare arms or legs were on show today (thankfully!).
Some very juicy scores with the top in each category being:
Gold: Gary Kavanagh (39 points)
Silver: Sten Ronsen (40 points) – joint best score of the day.
Bronze: Carmel McCann (40 points) – joint best score of the day.
The “Two” rollover pot was divided between Dave
Blackburn, Richard Whitely, Mick Cook and Martin Clarke. Nearest the Pins this week were Dave Blackburn, Ken Flaherty (greedy boy with two!) and Mick Cook. Dave Rowe was the lucky football card winner.
Next week we are at one of the nicest courses in the area – Las Colinas. Also, another thank you to our kind members
who have continued to donate to A Helping Hand’s Christmas appeal. We have a photo but not quite of all the winners, nevertheless it’s very festive! Pictured left to right: Terry Sharley with his Abacus wine, Mick Cook (NTP & Twos), Carmel McCann (Bronze), Ken Flaherty (2 x NTPs) and Sten Rosen (Silver).
THE LAKES AT LEESBURG in Florida is an over-55 community. It features a 9-hole, par 3 golf course, and every December a Christmas golf cart parade takes place. Decorated with garlands and Christmas lights the carts tour the grounds, cheered on by staff and visitors. The highlight of the 2023 parade was the sight of Santa on his sledge pulled by nine flying pink flamingos wearing antlers, which probably caused the residents to wonder if they'd overdone the fortified wine.
THE 2024 WORLD GOLF AWARDS obviously wanted to get off on the right foot with The Donald. World's Best Golf Hotel was awarded to Trump Turnberry, although it's doubtful if
many people stayed long considering Scotland's soggy summer. Trump International Dubai was awarded the World's best par 3 as well.
Portugal scooped up the prizes including the World's Best Golf Course (Terras da Comporta) the Worlds' Best Golf Destination, and Europe's best new Golf Course (Ombria) Spain missed out this year, not even Best Golf Venue (Portugal again, Quinta do Lago.)
Must try harder.
Dr. FRANK STABLEFORD deserves to be remembered by amateur golfers everywhere.
Dr. Stableford, a surgeon in the Boer war and WWI, afterwards became Captain of Wallasey Golf Club on the Wirral.
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He devised a system of points scoring after realizing one day that many players were getting very little fun out of their golf, often tearing up their score cards after a few holes, especially at Wallasey, where strong winds could make play extremely difficult.
Golf handicaps had originally been used for the purpose of wagers but eventually there was a need for a central handicapping authority. In 1881 the use of three rounds and then take the average was adopted. Many clubs played medal competitions, hard for the less formal golfer, or they played against bogey, based on the best average scores over a particular course, which was very individual, with widely differing standards.
Dr. Stableford’s points system was first played in competition at Wallasey on 16th May 1932, and was an instant success. At the time the maximum male handicap was 21, but not liking the idea of anyone receiving 2 strokes at a hole he restricted the allowance to 7/8th of handicap, giving a maximum of 18 shots. Gradually he refined the system to give 4bbb, foursomes and mixed matches.
The great advantage of the Stableford system is that it enables a player to continue after a few bad holes and speeds up play by letting a player pick up when he is out of contention.
Henry Longhurst said: “No single man did more to increase the enjoyment of the more humble golfer.” As a very humble golfer, I second that.
SCOTTY SCHEFFLER CAN AFFORD to hang up his clubs until January. His seven victories in 2024 are the most in a single season since Tiger Woods in 2007: Arnold Palmer
1. Corduroy (Fr. cord du roy), 2. Simon Bolivar (Bolivar Plaza), 3. Volga, 4. The 'king of the mountains'. 5. Charade. 6. Two answers. Zagreb and Split. 7. Tempura. 8. Raft. 9. Woody Allen. 10. Four answers. a. Ain't No Mountain High Enough (Diana Ross), b. Rocky Mountain High (John Denver), c. Sugar Mountain (Neil Young), d. Climb Every Mountain (Julie Andrews). 11. Three answers. ramen, udon, somen. 12. Three answers. USA, GB, France. 13. Three answers. a. Van Gogh, b. Rembrandt, c. Salvador Dali. 14. Rosie (after 'Whole Lot Of Rosie'). 15. Nanny Hawkins. 16. Four answers. USA, GB, Canada, France (UN statistical year-book 1966). 17. Domestique. 18. Eight answers. a. Hook, b. Mrs Doubtfire, c. The Fisher King, d. Dead Poets Society, e. Popeye, f. Awakenings, g. Good Morning Vietnam, h. The World According To Garp. 19. Nock. 20. Breakfast In America (Supertramp)
Invitational, Players Championship, Masters, RBC Heritage, Memorial, Travelers, Tour Championship. In 2024, Scheffler’s haul –on-course winnings plus bonus money – is $62,228,357. As the song goes: It was a very good year!
IT HASN'T BEEN A BAD YEAR for the viewers either. To name a few highlights: The Masters – Scottie Scheffler. The PGAXander Schauffele. US Open – Bryson DeChambeau. The Open – Xander Schauffele.
I did have hopes for Rory in the BMW at Wentworth, but Billy Horschel saw them off on the 2nd playoff hole. Never mind, Rory made the list with the DP World Tour Championship. Saved him having to pawn one of his Ferraris.
GET YOUR DELIGHTED expression ready for those Christmas golf gifts: ball markers printed with “May the Course be with You,” golf balls stamped with “Jingle Those Balls,” tees printed with “Have a Tee-rrific Christmas.” Then there's the shot glass with “Dad's best Shot,” not forgetting “Dad's Lucky Golf Socks.” You've got a drawer-full from last year, but who cares, it's Christmas. Wishing you all a very Happy Christmas and a great golfing New Year. Contact Mick for regripping and repairs. 638 859 475.
San Luis Bowls
By Sheila Cammack
Tony Ferreira, Steve Grey 19-13, Sheila Cooper, Keith Phillips, Carolyn Harris 27-7.
SL Trekkers BYE
To get us in the festive mood, as Christmas approaches, on Monday afternoon we were entertained by the “Melody Makers” Singing Group who were at the “Oasis” San Luis; raising money for charity along with several varied craft stalls.
South Alicante League: Monday 2nd SL Klingons, had a tough time, away v San Miguel Dolphins, managing to take 4 points-8, 83 shots-102. Winners: Dee Hoey, Carol & Gary Thorpe 24-11, Chris Jackson, June Jones, Dave Webb 25-14.
SL Romulans were home v Emerald Isle Moonrakers and had a good result, 8 points-4, 91 shots-65. Winners: Lesley & Wayne Howlett, David Whitworth 22-8, Jill Wyatt,
Winter League: Wednesday 4th San Luis were home v El Cid Lancers (who had a rather eventful journey) and had a really good result, 7 points-3, shots were close 69-62. Winners: Cathy Morrisroe, Bill Webb, Noel Morrisroe, Scott Malden 21-15, Peter Ayres, Gordon Paton, Keith Phillips, Dave Webb 19-15, Pauline Johnson, Chris Jackson, Judy Carroll, Barbara Louis 16-16.
Southern League: Friday 6th SL Lions were home to Emerald Isle Cavaliers and had a good result; 8 points-4, 107 shots-73. Winners: Dee Hoey, June Jones, Scott Malden 21-8, Stuart Wilson, Carol & Gary Thorpe 24-16, Cathy & Noel Morrisroe, Barbara Louis 31-4. SL Tigers, travelled away to La Marina, and it
San Miguel BC By Barry Jones
On Monday all four teams were in action. The Dolphins were home to San Luis Klingons and won 8 - 4, 102 shots to 82. The best winning triple with a fantastic score of 39 - 5 was Allan Patterson, Jan and Derek Farmer.
In the afternoon The Orcas were at home to Country Bowls Flamingoes scoring a 6 all draw, 69 shots yo 80, the best winning triple were Stan North, Shiela Booth and Mike Douglas 15 - 9.
The Marlins were away to Phoenix BG, no result posted.
Finally, the stingrays were away to Vistabella Drivers where they shared the points 6 - 6, 84 shots to 91. The best winning triple were Terry Lock, John King and Barry Jones 20 - 13.
On Wednesday San Miguel had a bye in the Winter League.
On Friday all four teams were in action.
On Friday morning the Navajos were home to Quesada Swans where they won 8 - 4, 79 shots to 73. The best winning triple were Anne Young, Barry Jones and Dave Young 22 -8.
The Cherokees were away to Greenland Elms where they won 10 - 2, 85
LA MARINA B. C.
BARRY ROBERTS
Monday's Enterprise League saw us travel to Greenlands were we were beaten 8 points to 4. Our two winning rinks of John Burrell, Norman Ship and Karen Kirk 17 - 12, and Lesley Joynes, David Joynes and Sue Daniels winning 21 - 20. On Friday we entertained San Luis Tigers in the B div. The final score was 6 points each, with La Marina winning 3 rinks to two, but losing the overall aggregate. Winning rinks were Margaret Mclaughlin, Carol Smith and Garth Slater 20 - 18, Barbara Forshaw, Shirley Hadaway and Peter Parsons 1713, and Janet Parsons, Stewart Wright and Barry R 10 - 0.
This result was due to illness, and a forfeited match. Best wishes to the player who was taken ill from all at La Marina.
La Siesta Bowls
Anniversary Re-union
A year has passed since La Siesta Bowls Club closed and to mark its closure and 48 members to mark the closing and meet up, again were treated to a very enjoyable lunch at Carla’s Bar in El Chaparral. Old friends and new had the chance to catch up and share their experiences with their new clubs and reminisce about the good times in the past.
was good to see some “old friends” waiting to greet us. It was a really close fought battle, with some heads changing with each shot, finishing 6 points-6, 83 shots-77. Winners: Jan Pocock, John Skipper, Jim Gracie 23-18, Judy Carroll, Ralph Jones, Gordon Paton 29-12. SL Leopards BYE.
San Luis is a friendly, but competitive club, with teams in all leagues. We welcome new players; those who’ve already played competitively and want to continue, or those who want to try out this “new” sport & above all enjoy the game. To find out more about bowling, or San Luis BC, please come along to watch, or give yourself a chance to have fun and meet new friends, by joining in the Open Roll-Up, currently 9:30/10:00 on Saturday mornings, or contact June Jones on: 691903773.
shots to 70. The best winning triple were Tina Taylor, Dave Askew and Hank Van Essen 23 - 19.
On Friday afternoon the Comanches were home to Vistabella Conquistadors where they won 8 - 4, 113 shots to 76. The best winning triple were Sandi Knight, John King and Rab Harvey 35 - 9.
The Apaches were away to Quesada Swallow where they had a bad day at the office losing 12 - 0.
A reminder that the Wasps sessions take place Wednesdays 1.30pm for 2.00pm - ˇ5 for an afternoon’s bowling with shoes and bowls available to borrow. Due to the popularity of the Wasps, first time bowlers are asked to attend an initial coaching session on Tuesday afternoons, starting at 1.45pm, by appointment ONLY. To book, please call Dave or Lynn Greenland on +34 667 207 508.
We welcome all bowlers who would like to join San Miguel B.C. as we are a unique clubwe only pay owner fees and a club fee and NO LEAGUE RINK FEES.
For further information on San Miguel B.C please contact club secretary Barry Jones on 602 504 905.
Emerald Isle Bowls
Week commenced at Quesada Pearls for Titans, and they came away win a fine win 8-4. Agg of 97-79, S Ellis S Marks R Marks 23-4, D Jones N Prior D Mooney 22-14, N Davis P Riley M Ellis 22-14
Moonrakers were at San Luis Romulus and slipped to a 8-4 defeat Aggregate of 65-91 A Westwater J Ingleton M Peaper 20-11, C Wren M Raine K Jones 17-12
Emperors were at home in Winter League against El Rancho and they came out on top with a 10-0 Aggregate of 72-47, J Holmyard S Kavanagh M Harley D Mooney 23-14, P Coffey N Prior B Kavanagh C Lindgren 18-10, M Oakley S Elvin M Ellis I Grimshaw 18-11, N Davis P Riley S Marks R Marks 13-12
Cavaliers played away at San Luis Lions, and they got beaten 4-8. Aggregate of 73-107 S Kavanagh N Davis M Ellis 24-11, P Coffey S
VISTABELLA BOWLS
Vistabella “Greeners” were away to San Luis Bowls Club this week in the Summer League. Though the match was rained off on Monday it was played on the Thursday with a lovely sunny morning.
The result went in San Luis favour at 8 – 4 points and shots San Luis 97 Vistabella 76.
There will be no game next week due to the National Competitions being hosted most of the week by Vistabella Bowls club starting on Sunday morning. Spectators are more than welcome.
Elvin I Grimshaw 21-20, M Oakley S Elvin M Ellis I Grimshaw 18-11
Cavaliers played at San Luis Lions and were beaten 4-8 Aggregate of 73-107, S Kavanagh N Davis M Ellis 24-11, P Coffey S Elvin I Grimshaw 21-20
Claymores were at Vistabella Picadors, and they were beaten by 4-8 Aggregate of 64-87 K John T Paffett B Eldred 20-11, M Nash C Wilson J Fenty 14-12
Outlaws were at home against Quesada Swifts, and they lost 4-8 Aggregate of 64-91 D Clark M Raine A Forrest 20-12, J Nash G Stritch M Stritch 16-11
Highjackers played on Tuesday at the Isle and the home team won the Aggregate 96-94 with both teams getting 3 trips
Mojacar BC visited the Isle on Thursday. Great game with home advantage taking the game
SAPS are on Sat at 13-15 - ELWYN MO RRIS
Greenlands Bowls Club
with Pearl Houghton
Elms were away to Quesada Rubies and put a good fight but could only came away with 4 to 8 points in favour of Quesada.
Winter League Gladiators were away at Calpe and please to say. Back to winning once again with an 8 to 2 victory so well done keep it going now.
The Oaks were up against Country Bowls Geckos and also had a good win 8 to 4
So let's keep it going now to achieve suc-
EL RANCHO BOWLS
On Wednesday the Rustlers were at Emerald Isle playing the Emperors in the winter league and although both teams played well, the Emperors took all four rinks. But the result perhaps did not do justice for the Rustlers. Friday found the Mustangs playing host to Country Bowls Panthers, with a strong breeze making line and length tricky to find. But we were in good company and enjoyed the bowls, with a few surprises and close rinks. In the end the Mustangs took the rinks by 3 to 2, with the Panthers taking the overall shots by a small margin, hence a drawn match. Val Ryder, Malc Sykes and Diane Yates 18-14. Ann Abbott, Tony Abbott and Ron Greenstreet 21-18. Lesley Day, Pam Harris and Brian Harris 9-33. Sheila Cox, Judy Foley and Keith Longshaw 14-18. Mick Higgins, Ria Dukker and Henry Ryder 23-10. Bowlers of all levels are welcome at El Rancho. Contact secerbc@gmail.com
QUESADAB.C.
Swifts were at home to Greenlands Elms. Game was played in beautiful weather for November and a fantastic atmosphere. The game finished with the Swifts winning on 4 rinks and just 1 loss. Winners were Chrissie Edwards, Paul Edwards, Peter Bottle, 22 - 10. Sandra Heath, Carl Evans, Steve Hibberd 16 - 13. Joan Inns, Tony Denman, Mike Inns, 14 - 12. Sue Elkington, Brian Elkington, Tony Lale, 29 - 15. Shots were98 Swifts - 68 Elms, points were 10- 2 in Swifts favour. Agreat win for the Swifts.
Swans were at home to Emerald Isle Cavaliers, winning on 2 rinks losing on 3. Winners were Jackie Hughes, Elaine Kern, Francois Hubrect, 17 - 14. Joe Kocsis, Dave Gould, Kim Bowles, 1912. Shots were 103 - 73 and a good 8 pts -4 to the Swans. Swallows were away to Greenlands Oaks, the Swallows won on 3 rinks, losing on 2. Winners were Brian Trinder, Paul Kern, Mel Ward, 2312. Terry Morgan, Claire Dye, Suzi Cooper, 19 - 11. Graham Phillips, George Kershaw, Keith Lowry, 28 - 14. Both shots and points were in Swallows favour 93 - 80, and a good 8pts -4.
2nd Dec, Rubies were home to Greenlands Beech, winning on 3 rinks, losing on 2. Stand out winners were Sandra Heath, Tony Denman, Steve Hibberd, 32 - 6. Alan Johnson, Tony Lale, Suzi Cooper, 15 - 12, John Cleal Max Holmes, Richard Lewin, 17- 13. Shots were 94 - 69 and 8pts -4 in the Rubies Favour.
By Chrissie Edwards
cess with the league positions.
The Elms v San Miguel did not fair to well losing 2 to 10 which didn't help when two players failed to turn up to play. Please get your times and days correct it makes it easier for the team.
The Cedars travelled to Monte Mar and they were all up for the game and that showed the results with them achieving an 12 nil victory so well done and that keeps them top Congratulations Cedars.
KO CUP RESULTS - 2ND LEG 5 DECEMBER 2024
DIVISION 1
CK1 Chuggers4(11) - 8(13) Illy's Oldies Lesson St Trotters3(11) - 9(13) Fire Station
Tipsy Cow3(4) - 9(18) Domignomes Mind The Gap6(13) - 6(11) Toppers
180: Olly Walker, Bliss Wright, Sam Salt High Finish: Patrick Wagner 127, John Giggs 112, Vycka Bobinas 110
DIVISION 1
CK1 CHUGGERS V ILLYS OLDIES
With home advantage and a 7-5 first leg lead, Chuggers were expected to progress to the semis following this 2nd leg.After winning the 1st half 2-4, Oldies were level on legs the tie all to play for, Steve Parfin and Craig Miller sharing the 4 legs. Miller 121, D20 and Alan Fleming 140, D8 nudged Oldies ahead, only for Glen Delaney 125, D16 and Darren Hurcombe 140, D15 to make it all square at 11-11.Despite powerful scoring from CK's Paul Tollafield 89,125,100 and Dons Ralph 85,140, Brian Abbey and John Poole got Oldies into the semis.
POTM - Reg Christopher - Parkin.
LEESON ST.TROTTERS V FIRE STATION
Holding an 8-4 advantage from the 1st leg, Trotters needed just 5 legs to advance to the semis.Sadly, their only 1st half leg came via Amanda Skinner on D10.The other 5, despite being outscored going to Station, one a nice 127 out from newbie Patrick Wagner.
Some excellent scoring from Trotters Alex Nikolov and POTM Yvonne Rouffignac got the overall score to 1111 before Tim Clarke and Sean Monks reeled off the remainder for a semifinal place.Wagner - POTM.
TIPSY COW V DOMIGNOMES
Having to retrieve an 11-1 1st leg deficit, to Gnomes was never going to be easy for Cow.They did however make a cracking start with a 1st leg out of 112 from John Giggs.lt certainly woke up Gnomes who took the next 4 to include a 180 from Olly Walker, Kevin Swan closing the half on D18.
Swan added a 2nd victory in the singles, the tie already over, Gnomes progressing to the semis.17
tons or more from Gnomes who remain joint favourites for the Cup.POTM - Swan - Walker.
MIND THE GAP V TOPPERS
As you would expect, another cracker from these two excellent sides.Gap's slim 2 leg advantage so valuable but not insurmountable.16 tons or more from Gap, including 2x180, from POTM Bliss Wright and Sam Salt, the same players pairing up for a 17 dart 601.Wow!!!
Toppers outgunned Gap in the tons department by two (18), including a 110 out from POTM Vycka Bobinas.The tie ended up a draw, Paddy Moran and Bobinas winning the 11th and 12th, James Brown getting Gaps 13th and match winning leg with an 82 out.
Semi Finalists illies Oldies - Fire StationDomignomes - Mind the Gap
DIVISION 2
TIPSY
TOAD TIARAS V TIPSY COW ARCHERS
A reverse score this week of the 1st leg tie necessitated a 25th leg team 1001 decider.A real nerve jangler, but one that's on the whole team and not an individual.Hero Steve Faldon 128, D3, levelled the score at 12-12 for the play off.
Archers settled down for the team game, reflected in their 1001 scores.Steve Franklin was left 20 points and hit a single 10 on the wire, ignoring a slightly trembly hand he planted his next arrow in D5 for the match.Faldon however won POTM as did Lisa Ivill for Tiaras.
PINT DEPOT QUEENS V CC BEES
Despite bowing out of the Cup, Queens put in a good showing against Division 2 league leaders Bees.Some quality arrows from Matt Cummins 100,132, 2 outs, Marie Cummins 105,134, D4 and POTM Ronnie Bowden it was Bees night. Richie McSweeney nailed the 13th and tie winning leg after a couple of tons, Bees then continued their fine form, winning 5 of the remaining 8.Nice arrows from Liam Daly, 120,125, Simon Bantleman 2x80+, 2 tons and POTM Mark Timothy 4x80+,123.Definite contenders for the Cup.
FALLEN ANGELS V CK1 TORNADOS
Angels needed just 2 legs to progress to the semis, achieved in the 3rd leg (2nd triple) by Graham White on D4.CK's Kirsty Green had got her side off to a flyer taking the opening leg of her two winning doubles earning a POTM.The visitors other winning legs via Gena Wood and Bill Leave.
By Paul Durrant
Christmas Mixed Pairs - 19th December VENUE - DOMINOS BAR
Entries now required for the popular Christmas mixed event, this year at the Dominos bar. Prizes for semi and finalists, plus High Finish, Most 180's and Best Fancy Dress, (for those happy to look daft.)
Winners and Runners Up awards this term, to be awarded on presentation evening 2025. Event supported by Colin Kernahan of Dominos. Registration from 7-00pm onwards, draw by 7-45pm, competition start 8pm.
The hosts gave a good all-round performance, all their players getting on the score sheet, the best of which an Andy Forrest glut of scores and 2 outs.This was however bettered by my old mate John Eyre for a deserved POTM.
DARTAGNANS V DOMINOS DESPERADOS
The hosts repeated their 1st leg score, recent signings of the Madrids, Suso and Jesus, making a big difference to a spirited Doms visit.Three outs and 6x80+ from Colin Kernahan and POTM insufficient to turn this one round.
Jem Gledhill found D20 for the tie winning 13th leg,
to add to an earlier outer and still found time to hit a 174.Steve Hawkins 95,100,140 found the T20 with ease as did Jesus Madrid, 4x100,3x81+, but it was Suso Madrid given the POTM accolade.A 123 and 2 outs, one a 138, T20, T20,D9, to close the match.
Semi Finalists
Tipsy Cow Archers - CC BeesFallen Angels - Dartagnans
End of game celebration
Jane &Ben
Kevin & Pom Olly
Players of the match
POTMColin &Suso
Jubilant Dartagnans
PENALTY SHOOT OUT DECIDER AS THADER PROGRESS IN CUP
As Thader have been eliminated at first time of asking in the La Nosta Copa for the last 2 seasons, it is a pleasant change to report that they are through to the next round. Having said that, it was far from easy, against a local side, one division below them.
Due to a number of unavailability's for key players, manager Raul Mora was forced to introduce a few fringe youth team players. Inside the opening 2 mins, Thader keeper Sergio pulled off a glorious save to prevent the hosts taking the lead. When through on goal, Serhiy forced SF keeper Jesus to earn his keep, bravely saving a point blank drive.
On 10 mins, Thader new boy Precius shot just over, then straight up the other end,
Sergio pulled off another worldly save.
Midway through the half, Fran almost put the visitors ahead, but his shot went narrowly wide of the target.
Precius was in the thick of the action, once
again providing a decent cross, which Robin could not make the contact needed to put Thader ahead.
A combination of fine saves by Sergio from SF front men Victor and then Arimi, plus near misses, resulted in stalemate at half time. Thader introduced 4 established players at half time, then another 3 before the end, in a bid to break the deadlock. But, only 54 seconds into the new half, the hosts had taken
the lead.
A long clearance out of defence fell kindly for the unmarked Bicho, who calmly shot under the diving body of Sergio.
Not to be deterred, the men from neighbouring Rojales were level on 57 mins.
Following a corner, the ball appeared to be cleared to safety, only for Edu to hammer home a magnificent shot on the half volley through a sea of players, from all of 25 yards.
It looked odds on that SF would retake the lead on 76 mins, only for Kevin’s lob over the advancing Sergio, to hit the top of the bar, before bouncing behind for a goal kick.
The game went a bit flat for the remainder of the half, leaving both teams to prepare for a penalty shoot out.
SF scored with their first Penalty, only for Amin to level the scores. Man of the match
Sergio saved from SF’s Valta , before Raul coolly dispatched his spot kick. Both SF and Jordy tucked away penalties no 3, before SF’s Josu shot over the bar.
Pepelu made light work of scoring the goal which put Thader’s name into the hat for the next round.
As Moi Gomez stadium pitch is still undergoing reseeding, Thader’s next match against Paterna on Sun 15 Dec, ko 1130, will be at the adjoining Xavi Simons stadium, Rojales.
