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ICONIC HORADADA LANDMARK TO BE DEMOLISHED

Following at least two rescue bids, and after an investment of over 4 million euros on the project, the Ayuntamiento in Pilar de la Horadada have finally announced that they are to demolish ‘the Dove’, the new Cultural Centre and Auditorium, the ugly shell of which has been lying unfinished on the outskirts of the town for very nearly ten years. In 2001 ‘La Paloma Pilareños’, was a dream of the Socialist mayor Ignacio Ramos. He called it the star project of his term, and as he laid the first stone he declared that the building would quickly become a landmark in the area and that it would be a magnificent replacement for the current centre which was built when the town first separated from Orihuela in 1986. However despite a time frame that promised completion a few weeks before the municipal elections of May 2003, the project has been anything but the success he suggested it would be. Irregularities and increased

expenditure have surrounded the project leading to a decision to stop the work in 2006. By that time the anticipated cost of the development had risen to 8.9 million euros. Two years later, in September 2008, the Popular Party complained to the Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office. The PP accused the former mayor of hiding behind technical reports to justify his mismanagement of the project which together with ongoing security problems and an accumulation of errors has paralyzed construction for many years. As a result the former mayor was called to testify before the Court of Instruction No. 1 in Orihuela where he was asked to explain the alleged irregularities which had become a "black hole" for the council, one that was said to be hemorrhaging council funds. Since the cessation of work eight years ago, and despite the site being fenced off, vandals have caused a great deal of additional damage to both the project and to the equipment located on the plot, as a result of which the need to provide additional security has also added to the spiraling cost. Continued on Page 2

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Continued From Page One The spectacular project, which for many years has dominated the pilareño skyline, was launched in 2001 having already achieved number of architectural awards, but it became evident all too quickly that the construction company, a consortium consisting of Intersa and Urdemasa, were going to exceed the 4 million euro budget. The Ayuntamiento were unable to meet the additional cost as a result of which the socialist council decided to stop the work in 2006. In the intervening years the construction has developed serious structural faults and according to technical reports, there is a possibility that it could fall down at any time so, at the time of writing, cranes and machinery were being moved onto the site in order to

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begin the demolition process. It is now expected that within a few days the whole project will be just an expensive and painful memory for the town. However not the whole building will be demolished, just the head and neck of the dove, as it is hoped to save the base building which will be used as new municipal offices for the departments of Culture and Youth. According to the current mayor, José Fidel Ros, ‘The Dove’ has been just one more example of waste and mismanagement by the previous council, the demolition of which will see the removal of the very last symbol of many years of painful PSOE administration of the town and another step which will help to revive the economy of its businesses and residents.

Former Socialist Mayor Ignacio Ramos called the centre ‘the star project’ of his term

ENVIRONMENTAL CONCERNS CAST DOUBT ON ALICANTE IKEA

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Environmental plans which look set to be approved to protect wetlands of Rabasa in Alicante may have serious repercussions for the proposed site of the long awaited branch of furniture giant Ikea. Plans working their way through the Department of Infrastructure show that the development would occupy an area of ??2,216.178 square meters. Of these, 287,000 will go to Ikea, with other areas divided into zones such as for commercial, technological and urban use, along with the required road and utility infrastructure to enable the site to function.

However, the protected green area required a 500 metre protective perimeter, which would fall across the proposed plans for the superstore. The obvious benefits of protecting the environment are now being discussed against those that the store would bring to the region, with an anticipated 4,400 direct jobs, and additional 4,400 indirect jobs and 2,000 temporary positions, and the 367.2 million euro budget allocated to the project. The environmental protest has been officially filed, which could have the backing of the European Union, but not without objection from both the council and the commercial entities.

EARLY MORNING FATALITY ON THE N-332 A pedestrian, described as a 50 year old man, died in the early hours of Friday morning after being hit by a car on the N-332 main road as it passes the town of Guardamar del Segura. According to the Information and E m e r g e n c y Coordination Centre, the incident occurred at around 1 in the morning, and the circumstances in which the incident occurred, as well as the identity of the victim, are still being investigated. An emergency SAMU ambulance attended the scene but could do nothing to save the life of the man.

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SUMMER OF DISCONTENT AS TORREVIEJA FACES PROBLEMS WITH WASTE

hereas in Orihuela the household waste disposal service is now a cost-saving municipalised function, a factor that the Partido Popular and CLR are keen to privatise once again, in neighbouring Torrevieja, where the service is privatised, the residents there may be facing turmoil, strikes or over inflated costs, due to issues with the management of the privatised contract. With recent threats of strike action to protect some 50 workers who may lose their jobs, around a quarter of the workforce, a report published this week shows how the immediate future of the service is not sustainable under the current budget allocation. Waste collection and disposal in Torrevieja has had a long and dark history, with the former mayor, Pedro Ángel Hernández Mateo of the PP, sentenced to three years in prison for falsehoods and prevaracation in awarding the contract, valued at 97.8 million euro, in 2004. Set to end in June of this the contract was for a 10 year period. The report warns that, “It would be desirable not to extend the existing contract”, according to the engineer who oversees such matters, but if it has to, then it is done “for the minimum time necessary”, as,

according to the report, the service “is obsolete”. The councillor in charge of procurement, Carmen Gómez, had already anticipated the end of the contract in December, believing that there would be insufficient time to award a new contractor, thus requiring the existing service to continue for up to 2 further years. The report states that the details of the existing contract are not compatible with modern times, as the situation has changed radically, stating how “The city's population has grown 20% since then”, adding that “the upward revision of the contract in 2009 has not been able to overcome such a steep increase, and the machinery has reached the end of its useful life”, with the trucks that carry 60,000 tons annually now costing more to repair than to replace. The report also details how the contract award was originally for 9 million euro per year, and with updates and modifications now exceeds 15 million, which the engineer explains that the “economic situation and economic restructuring plan in which the city is immersed does not allow the upward adjustments of a contract in force”, which is what would be required to continue “with the current way of working”.

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SPOOKY SPECTATOR IN TORREVIEJA

RUSSIANS TO DEVELOP LOCAL COMMERCIAL AREA

COMPENSATION BILL ADDS UP FOR COUNCIL

A group of children playing football made a rather unusual discovery after their ball had gone astray; stumbling across a small blue bag, with the words “Tanatorio de Vitoria” printed on it, lay on the ground in the vicinity of the El Acequión School where they played. However, the discovery would take an even more unusual twist as when they opened the bag they discovered an urn inscribed with the name “Julián”, and a date of 2005. The police were called and also examined the bag, which did indeed contain an urn full of ashes, presumably belonging to a person named on the urn, who is no longer with us in body. Although how the remains came to be placed on the ground in that area is currently a mystery, an investigation has been launched, at least to try and identify who may be missing what is left of their now departed loved one. Picture courtesy of objetivotorrevieja.wordpress.com.

A Russian Real Estate Developer has submitted a proposal to establish a Commercial-Recreation and Sports area at Torrevieja’s Punta El Salaret

The court in Elche has condemned Torrevieja council to pay 3,000 euro, plus interest for late payment, after a 61 year old woman suffered injuries when she tripped over a wooden plank on the walkway of La Mata, in August 2005. This is the second such compensation case in a matter of weeks for Torrevieja, after they were recently forced to pay 7,000 euro compensation for failing to repair a fallen stop sign at a junction in the city. This latest case says that the woman, who was 61 at the time, tripped over the wooden plank, which was “raised and uneven”, causing bruising to her right shoulder, knee and other body areas. The woman had to be taken to hospital by ambulance and spent a year in treatment. The resolution makes clear that the ultimate responsibility for injuries lies with the city council, not the coastal department, as the walkway presented “a difficult and unpredictable unevenness to detect at first sight by any passerby”. The city claimed that the boards that made up the walkway, had been installed by the coastal department, but the court declared that “maintenance and good condition of the walkway was for the City administration, regardless of who had built them”. The council had faced numerous complaints from opposition groups over the lack of maintenance in recent years, but most of the wooden walkway itself was removed by the coastal department on account of the condition it was left.

The area under consideration is the plot of land between la Avenida de Alfredo Nobel and the sea, south of the coves located next to Luz Mar and la playa de Los Locos occupying la punta del Salaret, Cala Cornuda and la Cala de los Trabajos. According to the draft plan presented by the developer the area occupies approximately 15,000 sq mtrs however the Councillor for Town Planning, Francisco Moreno, says he is not aware of any such submission. The design has been drawn up by local architect Carlos Pascual Noguerol who says that the area is one of low and medium rock landscapes value free of and construction which could quickly become one of the most iconic tourist attractions in Torrevieja. It would be an exclusive coastal establishment which would allow visitors the opportunity to get away from the crowded tourist beaches of la Cala de la Higuera and La Zorra The project would see the development of a commercial area in la avenida de Alfredo Nobel. There would be paddle courts, a bowling alley and mini golf while the cliff pool area would feature a 'tropical', outdoor spa, cafe, restaurant, gazebo and a 'chillout zone'.

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CIVIC CENTRE AND TOURISM LEAD ORIHUELA COSTA NEWS The town hall are still keen to point out that the newly opened civic centre on the Orihuela Costa may is available to community groups looking for premises to hold regular meetings, and welcome formal applications from associations who may be interested. Meanwhile, the reading point has taken delivery of 6 boxes of brand new books in Spanish, purchased by the department of culture, in order to extend their service further. Notice boards have been installed and the council are looking at providing other official facilities such as gym glasses in the purpose built mirrored room, which they hope will be made available soon, even being offered free of charge to the over 65 year age group. The expiry date for submitting bids to operate the beach bars during the summer is set at the 20th of February, after which the tenders will be considered and the contract to run the beach bars and other activities during the holiday season will be awarded to the successful applicant who provides the best value and quality of service plan.

San Miguel, in the hope of starting a process of re-categorising properties that currently fall on the boundary line between the municipalities. Initially, the teams are looking at some 68 properties in one area, with the plan to split the area into a more logical group of properties, with each town hall obtaining an equal number of homes, whilst at the same time taking steps to try to legalise properties which have been built on land not classed as being for the purpose of residential homes. The new footbridge over the N-332 at La Regia is still on target for opening in early March with all plans continuing to close the N-332 on tonight , Monday, to allow the main structure to be lowered into place over the road. Similarly, work on the other bridges is still continuing without incident and on schedule for an early opening. The councillor for tourism, Rosa Martínez, has announced that a professional theatre group from Elche has been contracted, for the sum of 7,899 euro, to provide scripted and performed guided tours around Orihuela between April and September. Six performers will cover some twelve dramatised routes, dressed in period costume and acting in the roles which bring the guides to life, complete with props, music and sound system provided. With tickets going on sale for 10 euro, each group has a capacity for 50 people, from which the majority of the costs should be recuperated. The Orihuela Costa municipal sports centre, the CDM, has announced details of a “Spring School” that will be available to youngsters during the Easter holidays. Specifically available between the 22nd and 28th of April, between 9 am and 2pm, the facility will provide expert tuition in activities such as soccer, swimming, tennis and more, with bilingual instructors speaking both Spanish and English, allowing parents to carry on with their normal working or everyday activities whilst the children are securely entertained in a fun and healthy way at the Playa Flamenca Sports Centre.

A meeting has been held this week between the councillor for the Coast, Martina Scheurer, the councillor and technicians from urban planning, along with their equivalents from the town hall of

Alicante and Murcia. The new posters will appear in key locations to promote the benefits of the municipality and will shortly be erected in Benidorm, Alicante, Gran Alacant, Elche, Murcia and Cartagena. Describing the reason for the adverts, Martínez said, “This is to give visibility to Orihuela”, before explaining that the contract will run for a period of six months, in “strategic locations”, in order to promote the “Orihuela brand” and the “History of the Mediterranean”.

The Councillor for Tourism, Rosa Martínez, has announced the investment of 18,699 euro which will be spent on promoting Orihuela on 10 billboards in five municipalities in the provinces of

The government of Orihuela has announced the provision of 15,461.55 euro which is being divided into grants to assist 68 local families who are suffering financial hardship. Government spokesperson, Carolina Gracia, made the announcement in the city hall, where she explained how they have also transferred 225,000 euro to the cultural department of the municipality, of which 65,000 euro is spent on programming and the rest to pay the salaries of employees. In addition, 85,317.88 euro was paid for the lease of vehicles used in municipal waste collection, 278,530.10 euro to Iberdrola in electricity bills, as well as other minor payments and grants to a variety of projects.

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ORIHUELA LEADING THE W AY IN TRANSPARENCY Victor Ruiz, councillor for contracts, replaced Antonia Moreno on the PSOE list at the end of last month

Relatively new to the limelight of Orihuela politics, the Councillor responsible for contracts in the municipality, Víctor Ruíz of the PSOE, has launched a new system that aims to make Orihuela town hall activities more transparent, as “We have nothing to hide, nothing to fear”. This week, information relating to all contracts awarded by the town hall, ranging in value of between 3,000 and 18,000 euro, will be available for reading, checking and inspecting via the council website, www.orihuela.es. Proud of the aims to shake the shackles of corruption that have marred Orihuela for many years, Ruíz expressed his pride in what he himself described as “measures that place Orihuela Town Hall as one of the most transparent of the Valencian Community”.

Visitors to the website can click on “Perfil del contratante”, under the “Ciudadano” button, and find a link to a tab which displays all the successful tenders, the date and the exact amount of these contracts, “a new exercise in transparency and honesty in management”, said Ruíz. The councillor also pointed out that since the current government has been in charge of municipal management, they have taken steps in this manner which is “an unprecedented event”, in which they now publish the economic information to encourage exposure of how they are spending public money.

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LA ZENIA ROUNDABOUT UPDATE A follow up meeting between the Orihuela town hall and roads department in Alicante took place this week, discussing the proposed closure of the access roads from the N332 roundabout at La Zenia. The suggestions to open two roads previously blocked off were rejected, as the type of road the new N332 is would require access lanes which run alongside the road, rather than traditional T-junctions. However, plans to install additional signs offering alternative routes to the Zenia Boulevard shopping centre were approved, including new route pointers from Punta Prima, the town hall and at the Cartagena end. Similarly, the ministry agreed that the decision to make those roads one-way falls under the jurisdiction of the town hall, the ministry only having the power to declare the roads open or closed. The ministry stated that they are happy to leave the situation as it is at the moment, not closing the roads in question, whilst the new mini roundabout

at the junction for the future emergency coordination centre is built, which is progressing at the moment, then allow for traffic numbers and flow to be monitored under the newly proposed layout presented by the town hall.

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POLICE ARREST ELCHE SHOE THIEVES Officers from the Local Police in Elche arrested three people on Sunday, all said to be of Colombian nationality, accused of stealing 5,000 pairs of shoes. The arrests took place at around 3:30 in the morning at a warehouse near Camino de Castilla, where they had deposited the shoes ready packed in boxes. The warehouse had been rented the day before and at the time of the arrest those involved were unloading the boxes from two vans. Upon seeing the police, the suspects fled, but were later caught by the officers. The two vans full of boxed shoes were seized, along with the large number of boxes that have already been unloaded. The officers also found a variety of tools believed to have been used for committing acts of theft. The thieves were said to be of Colombian nationality

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MONTESINOS CHURCH DECLARED OF NATIONAL CULTURAL INTEREST

The Ministry of Culture has declared the Torre de la Ermita de La Marquesa de Los Montesinos as being of “Cultural Interest”, following a request made by the local council last year. The building has been undergoing restoration during the last year, in order to preserve the site with a recorded history dating back to the eighteenth century, already securing the badge of “Site of Local Interest”, now firmly being recognised as a monument to the past with this new declaration, Bien de Interés Cultural. The tower now joins other sites of cultural interest nearby, including the cisterns of Lo Vigo and La Marquesa, and the hydrographical water mill of Lo Reig, as well as the windmill of Molino de Los Corteses. The tower itself contains the chapel bell, which was only discovered during restoration work last year, after the turret had been used as a watchtower for centuries, exercising defensive functions of shelter and protection of the inhabitants of the area. The architectural ensemble of La Marquesa has always aroused the

neighbouring interest and admiration, since it was one of the first population enclaves of what is now known as Los Montesinos. Once the restoration project is completed, anticipated around the middle of this year, the Chapel will be officially opened by the Bishop of the Diócesis Orihuela-Alicante, Jesús Murgui.

SCHOOLGIRLS KNOCKED DOWN IN ORIHUELA Three schoolgirls aged 11 and 12 were knocked down by a car on their way to school in Orihuela on Wednesday, resulting in one of the girls being hospitalised in a serious condition. The girls were on their way to the Miguel Hernández school on Avenida Teodomiro, popularly known as Los Andenes, when they crossed the road at a zebra crossing. The driver of the car failed to stop and ran into the girls, two of them suffering minor injuries as a result of the impact against the vehicle and falling to the ground, while the third suffered trauma and serious injury, resulting in her urgent transfer to the Hospital of Alicante, in a serious condition. The driver was breathalysed at the scene, the results proving negative, but it is believed that the driver told the police he had been careless.

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Leading Removal Company reports on strengthening housing market ne of Spain’s top removal companies has reported that they experienced a resurgence in the Spanish housing market during 2013 and it looks like 2014 will be an even busier year. Mat Ford-Dunn, the Managing Director of ‘Advance Moves International Removals’ pointed to the fact that many property values in Spain have now fallen to a much more realistic level and this has definitely resulted in increased house sales. This has been noticed in all regions of Spain as Advance Moves operate their relocation services throughout the mainland. Advance Moves has its main warehouse in Murcia, Spain, with an additional warehouse in Kent in the UK and has had to purchase 5 new vans and trucks to cope with the increased demand over the past year. The UK housing market is also in a state of recovery and increased house sales have resulted in more people selling up and looking to buy in Spain. There are many factors that tempt expats to Spain, not least the recent periods of turbulent weather, which many parts of the UK have suffered. On the flip side, for economic reasons many British Expats are now able to sell properties in Spain and Advance Moves are often the first choice when it comes to repatriating them back to the UK. Mat was also keen to point out that the increase in demand for their removal services was also down to the level of service and expertise that Advance moves offer to their clients and the fact that many clients had already seen the brightly liveried vehicles on the roads

undertaking their removal services. Advance moves is also a member of the British Association of Removers and one of only a few companies that export wrap furniture to provide extra protection for international removals. ‘Our clients know that they are getting a more competitively priced, premium removal service, when compared to the rest of the market. The increased volume of removals enables Advance Moves to offer their clients a more regular and flexible timetable for their individual removal requirements’ Mat sees the trend continuing throughout 2014 with the housing market in the UK and Spain continuing to make steady process. Advance Moves are gearing up for another busy year. Se our ad on page 33, call for more information on 0034 968 654 667. email the office at info@advancemoves.com or see the website www. advancemoves.com

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IBERIA PILOTS AGREE TO WAGE CUT Spanish airline Iberia, now part of the International Airlines Group along with British Airways and Vueling, has said this week that it had reached a deal with the SEPLA pilots union to reduce their salaries by at least 14%.

As part of IAG´s plan to compensate for its accumulated 850 million euro losses between 2008 and 2012, largely attributed to high fuel costs, a sharp economic downturn in Spain and high operating costs, the agreement will see the 1,400 pilots have their salaries reduced by 14% immediately, with the option of another 4% drop depending on the airline's profitability. Iberia's executive chairman, Luis Gallego, said in a statement, “This groundbreaking deal reduces the cost structure and provides the foundation for the airline to grow profitably. A strong and profitable Iberia can protect jobs in the long term”. The International Airlines Group, or IAG, is now one of the world's largest airline groups and is a British-Spanish multinational airline holding company with headquarters in London, United Kingdom and with its registered office in Madrid, Spain, with 435 aircraft flying to 230 destinations and carrying 67 million passengers each year. It is the third largest group in Europe and the sixth largest in the world, based on revenue. The announcement had an almost immediate impact in shares with the group, seeing a 1% rise during the first day of trading.

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O P E N I N G A W I N D OW T O Q U A L I T Y C ON S T R U C T I ON When it comes to browsing windows, Cibeles Ventanas sum up their showroom with an invitation “discover the world of the window and its options and varieties”. Having been open for 15 years, their quality service has stood the test of time, as has the quality of their work, with Frank, the owner of the business, proud of the notion of quality that German engineering and efficiency offers. The windows themselves are provided by a company of International standing, Cesur, who have been manufacturing windows for over 30 years, offering a complete infrastructure option to all Cibeles stores and clients. A claim that anybody could make it may be, but it is not a claim at all, but a certifiable statement, as all windows meet with not only the quality and design requirements of the market, but also with the internationally recognised ISO 9001 and CE certifications. With fully trained and knowledgeable staff on hand to offer advice, you are sure to be given the best and most suitable choices from their wide range of products which are all available in their stores. But don´t let the name let you think that their workmanship stops at windows, they are also able to offer a complete design, reconstruction and maintenance project for any building new or old, doing everything from heating system installations, electrics and rewiring, Toldos

MONDAY 17th FEBRUARY, 2014 MARKETS - Cox, Elche, Formentera,San Pedro del Pinatar, Santa Pola, Sax, Torremendo LA MARINA - Caballeros, The Sports Complex. ORIHUELA - Sculpture exhibition, “De vuelta al estudio”, Sala Museo San Juan de Dios (Until 2nd March). Children's Book event, "The adventure is reading", La Lonja exhibition hall (To 28th Feb). ORIHUELA COSTA - PlayStation games, Zenia Boulevard. TORREVIEJA - Ceramic exhibition, Virgen del Carmen (Until 2nd Mar).

TUESDAY 18th FEBRUARY, 2014 MARKETS - Alicante, (Rastro), Benijofar, ORIHUELA, San Fulgencio. ORIHUELA - Sculpture exhibition, “De vuelta al estudio”, Sala Museo San Juan de Dios (Until 2nd March). Children's Book event, "The adventure is reading", La Lonja exhibition hall (Until 28th Feb). Tourism conference, “A tasty tour: fresh heritage Orihuela”, Biblioteca Pública Municipal María Moliner. ORIHUELA COSTA - Mago Ferrán (magician), Zenia Boulevard. PILAR DE LA HORADADA - Exhib, “Una historia hecha imagen 1954-2014 Venerable Cofradía Ntro. Padre Jesús Nazareno y Mujer Verónica de la Santa Faz”, Casa de Cultura (To 28th Feb). TORREVIEJA - Ceramic exhibition, Virgen del Carmen (Until 2nd Mar).

WEDNESDAY 19th FEBRUARY, 2014 MARKETS - El Campello, Elda, Guardamar del Segura, La Mata, San Miguel de Salinas. ORIHUELA - Sculpture exhibition, “De vuelta al estudio”, Sala Museo San Juan de Dios (To 2 March). Children's Book event, "The adventure is reading", La Lonja exhibition hall (Until 28th Feb).

awnings, aircon installations, they offer everything under one roof. The same quality commitment they have to windows extends to their other projects too, as all suppliers and contractors Cibeles work with have to have been well established in their field, and also provide the same quality of service that they demand. But, don´t just take our Word for it, go and see for yourself. You can visit the showroom in Torrevieja, on Avda. Cortes Valencianas, number 52, or the “Old Alicante Road” as it is often, locally referred to. See main ad on page 7, telephone 606 282 449, or 965 709 840, email them at info@cibeles3.com, or you can visit their website, at www.ventanas-aleman.com, where you can also take a virtual tour of their showroom from the comfort of your own home.

ORIHUELA COSTA - Cartoon drawing, Zenia Boulevard. PILAR DE LA HORADADA - Exhibition, “Una historia hecha imagen - 1954-2014 Venerable Cofradía Ntro. Padre Jesús Nazareno y Mujer Verónica de la Santa Faz”, Casa de Cultura (Until 28th Feb).Official inauguration of the Paraje Natural Municipal y Lagunas de Lo Monte. TORREVIEJA - Ceramic exhibition, Virgen del Carmen (Until 2nd Mar).

THURSDAY 20th FEBRUARY, 2014 World Day of Social Justice. MARKETS - Alicante, Campoamor near Cabo Roig medical centre, Cocentaina, Hondon de los Frailes, Rojales. ORIHUELA - Sculpture exhibition, “De vuelta al estudio”, Sala Museo San Juan de Dios (Until 2nd March). Children's Book event, "The adventure is reading", La Lonja exhibition hall (Until 28th Feb). Book presentation, “Iris y Dédalo. Buscadores de dragones”, María Moliner library. ORIHUELA COSTA - Tuna de Medicina de Murcia (folk guitar group), Zenia Boulevard. PILAR DE LA HORADADA - Exhibition, “Una historia hecha imagen 1954-2014 Venerable Cofradía Nt. Padre Jesús Nazareno y Mujer Verónica de la Santa Faz”, Casa de Cultura (28 Feb). TORREVIEJA - 20:00 – Gala concert by UCAM, Auditorio Internacional de Torrevieja. Ceramic exhibition, Virgen del Carmen (Until 2nd Mar).

FRIDAY 21st FEBRUARY, 2014 International Mother Language Day. MARKETS - Benejuzar, Beniarres, Benidoleig, Crevillente, Finestrat, Gata de Gorgos, Monstesinos, Pilar de la Horadada, Rafol d’ Almunia, Sella, Tibi, TORREVIEJA, Villalonga. ALICANTE - Camping and Caravan show, IFA Exhibition Centre (Until 23rd Feb).

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SUPPORT FROM THE NOSMOKING CLUB The members of the NOSMOKING club, who meet every Thursday morning at La Paraiso Restaurant (behind Carrefore) welcomed Judy Ferris, Treasurer of the Alzheimer’s Association in Torrevieja and Pamela Horrabin Vice President of Age Concern Costa Blanca Sur to their AGM on Thursday 6th March.

It was with unanimous pleasure that the club were able to give each charity a cheque for €400. Pamela thanked the members for such generous support and said that this money would enable Age Concern to continue to help the community from their Day Centre in La Siesta. Judy not only thanked everyone for this very welcome donation, which is particularly needed this year as other grants etc. have been drastically reduced due to the overall austerity, but the call on the need for the work that Torrevieja Alzheimer’s Association do is ever increasing. Without such generosity it would not be possible to support not just sufferers of dementia but the very much needed support for their carers and families. The photo shows NOSMOKING club’s President Dorothy Gates, centre, with Judy on her right and to her left stands Pamela, each holding their very welcomed cheques.

ORIHUELA - Sculpture exhibition, “De vuelta al estudio”, Sala Museo San Juan de Dios (Until 2nd March). Children's Book event, "The adventure is reading", La Lonja exhibition hall (Until 28th Feb). Roundtable discussion on new abortion laws, Auditorio de la Lonja. ORIHUELA COSTA - Balloon art show & Football (Espanyol - Granada) on TV, Zenia Boulevard. PILAR DE LA HORADADA - Exhibition, “Una historia hecha imagen - 1954-2014 Venerable Cofradía Ntro. Padre Jesús Nazareno y Mujer Verónica de la Santa Faz”, Casa de Cultura (Until 28th Feb). TORREVIEJA - 20:00 – Gala “Entre Volantes y Amistad”, Teatro Municipal. 20:00 – Gran Concierto de Lírica, Virgen del Carmen. 21:30 – “Microteatro”, Palacio de la Música. Ceramic exhibition, Virgen del Carmen (Until 2nd Mar).

SATURDAY 22nd FEBRUARY, 2014 World Thinking Day. MARKETS - Alicante, Almoradi, Catral, Elche, La Romana, Hondon de las Nieves, Santa Pola, Xalo (Jalón) Rastro. ALICANTE - Camping and Caravan show, IFA Exhibition Centre (Until 23rd Feb). Gastro Alicante, food show, IFA Exhibition Centre (Until 24th Feb). ORIHUELA - Sculpture exhibition, “De vuelta al estudio”, Sala Museo San Juan de Dios (Until 2nd March). Children's Book event, "The adventure is reading", La Lonja exhibition hall (Until 28th Feb). Fangoria in concert, Teatro Circo. ORIHUELA COSTA - Carnival, Zenia Boulevard. PILAR DE LA HORADADA - Exhibition, “Una historia hecha imagen - 1954-2014 Venerable Cofradía Ntro. Padre Jesús Nazareno y Mujer Verónica de la Santa Faz”, Casa de Cultura (Until

28th Feb). TORREVIEJA - 20:00 – “West Side Story”, the musical, Teatro Municipal. Ceramic exhibition, Virgen del Carmen (Until 2nd Mar).

SUNDAY 23rd FEBRUARY, 2014 MARKETS - Benidorm, Elche, Campoverde, Camp de Guardamar, Algorfa, La Marina, Zoco, Almoradí street market, Lemon Tree Road, Mil Palmeras. ALICANTE - Camping and Caravan show, IFA Exhibition Centre (Last day). Gastro Alicante, food show, IFA Exhibition Centre (Until 24th Feb). ORIHUELA - Sculpture exhibition, “De vuelta al estudio”, Sala Museo San Juan de Dios (Until 2nd March). Children's Book event, "The adventure is reading", La Lonja exhibition hall (Until 28th Feb). Family clown show, Auditorio de la Lonja. ORIHUELA COSTA - Carnival, Zenia Boulevard. PILAR DE LA HORADADA - Exhibition, “Una historia hecha imagen - 1954-2014 Venerable Cofradía Ntro. Padre Jesús Nazareno y Mujer Verónica de la Santa Faz”, Casa de Cultura TORREVIEJA - Ceramic exhibition, Virgen del Carmen (Until 2nd Mar). Weekend Football 22/23 Feb La Liga:Real Madrid v Elche, Segunda: Hercules v Ponferradina, Segunda B: Cartagena v Cordoba, Tercera: Villarreal v Orihuela. Paterna v Torrevieja, Preferente: El Campello v Horadada, Aspe v Thader, Santa Pola v Cox, Almoradi v Crevillente, Regional One: Hondon Nieves v Torrevieja CF, Regional Two: CD Orihuela Costa v Sporting Orihuela, Racing San Miguel v CD Thader B, CD Montesinos v Benejuzar, Almoradi B v Playas de Orihuela CF Racing.

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POLICE CHECKS ON TRUCKS AND VANS ALL THIS WEEK

Monday of this week saw the Guardia Civil embark on the Spanish traffic departmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s latest road safety initiative, in which they are targeting trucks, vans and other commercial vehicles to ensure compliance with road safety laws and regulations. In a statement from the DGT, it is said that although 67% of the road traffic in Spain is comprised of passenger cars, freight transport plays a major role as far as road safety is concerned, since it represents the second largest type of vehicles on the roads, some 15%, and saw involvement in 14% of injury related accidents that occurred in 2012, resulting in 11,000 victims. According to those records, 463 people died and there were 11,231 accidents involving victims, in which at least a van or truck was involved in the accident. Distraction is one of the main causes of accidents in trucks and vans. Of the 11,231 recorded accidents with victims, distraction was present in 4,642 of them. Along with distraction,

inappropriate speed is another contributing factor in accidents involving trucks and vans, with more than 1,000 accidents with casualties in 2012 involving a truck or van recorded inappropriate speed at the time of the accident. Not only that, 41 of the 147 truck occupants who lost their lives in that year were not wearing a seatbelt. For all this week, officers from the Guardia Civil traffic department, along with their colleagues from the local police forces, will focus on such elements as driving hours, weight, technical defects, load security, driver and vehicle documentation, the use of seatbelts and the use of drugs and alcohol. The campaign coincides with an International Traffic Police initiative, in which TISPOL will operate similar checks across 25 European countries, coordinated as a lot of these vehicles operate across the continent. The next campaign, in March, will target seatbelts and child restraints, in April the focus will be on Speed and in May motorcyclists will be targeted, prior to a major push on drugs and alcohol checks in June and July.

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CAR THIEF BREAKER GANG ARRESTED Officers from the National Police have arrested a group of car thieves, all between 28 and 30 years of age and of Spanish nationality, believed to be responsible for a network dedicated to stealing cars, dismantling them and selling the parts. The operation was launched after a complaint was filed with the police in Orihuela relating to the theft of a motor vehicle. Upon investigating that theft officers located a workshop unit on an industrial estate where cars were being dismantled. Further investigations revealed that the criminal group would generally operate on order, and each of the members had a perfectly defined role within the organization. Once the buyer placed an order, they would locate a target vehicle, enter the vehicle and take it to their place of work before taking the vehicle to pieces. The five members of the group, who at the time were carrying three thousand euro in cash, were arrested in Elche. In the workshop, officers seized power riveters, radial saws and other tools, electronic inhibitors, the car which was reported stolen, one other car, a motorcycles and parts taken from a number of vehicles which have been stripped of any identifying factors. The operation was conducted by the Judicial Police from their station in Orihuela.

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‘Twitters from the Atlantic’ By Bar rie Mahoney 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.

EXPATS AND TYRE SAFETY Recently witnessing a nasty accident on the motorway in Gran Canaria, where fortunately all the passengers survived unscathed, made me ask some questions about the cause. Apparently, one tyre had exploded, which was due to the age of the tyre and failure of the rubber. For me, this was an unknown phenomenon. Although I am careful about regularly checking the depth of tyre tread from time to time, and changing a tyre when necessary, I frankly had no idea that tyres ‘age’ and that rubber deteriorates. Judging from conversations with other expats, most did not know this either. We have a second vehicle, which is not heavily used and, since we live on an island, has very low mileage,

because there are few long distances that can be travelled. The vehicle is parked on the road outside our home, and I have to admit that, for much of the day, it is parked in the full glare of the sun. The tyres all look as good as new, but I took the car to the tyre depot for a check - just in case. Jorge, the mechanic, looked horrified when he pointed out that the tyres were made in 2005, as a coding that represents the date is clearly inscribed on the tyres. With, not undisguised delight, Jorge went on to point out some deterioration of the rubber, as well as unevenness on the walls of the tyres. He made that inward sucking of breath that people make when they are about to impart bad news. I prepared myself. They were not exactly bulges, Jorge explained, but they were heading that way. Jorge then went on to show me a tyre that had exploded, and inferred that the same would happen to me unless I bought a new set of tyres. The exploded tyre was not a pleasant sight, but it did help me to understand the problem. Apparently, the performance of tyres deteriorates with age, because they contain anti-oxidising chemicals to slow the rate of ageing, but they need to be in use to be effective. My low mileage vehicle was deteriorating on the roadside, and because of the intensity of the sun and heat, the ageing process was accelerated, making the tyres unroadworthy. Low mileage, older cars tend to be at most risk from premature ageing, explained Jorge, continuing with a sharp intake of breath and shaking his head. Of course, the age of a tyre and when it should be replaced depends upon many factors, but Jorge reckons that 6 years is about the age limit in a hot country. Living on an island, we also have a particular problem in that tyres rarely reach the end of their life based upon the

depth of tread alone. Distances tend to be short and expats, retired or otherwise, do not travel very far in a year. Jorge pointed out that the date that tyres are made is clearly inscribed on the wall of the tyre, in the form of four numbers. These numbers indicate the year and week number that it was made; for example 2612 will be week 26 of 2012. This information can also be used to ensure that you are buying tyres with the longest shelf life possible. Jorge had successfully made his point and I reluctantly agreed to buy four new tyres. I handed over my credit card, but I am now pleased that I did so since tyres are the only contact that there is between the driver and the perils of the motorway. I think it was a good investment. If you enjoyed this article, take a look at Barrie’s websites: www.barriemahoney.com and www.thecanaryislander.com or read his latest book, ‘Escape to the Sun’ (ISBN: 9780957544444). Available as paperback, Kindle and iBooks. iPhone/iPad and Android Apps: ExpatInfo, CanaryIsle and CanaryGay now available. © Barrie Mahoney

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BACK AND ‘RARIN TO GO’ AFTER THE WINTER BREAK Cafe Cafe Spice is now 2 y ears old and is doing better than ever. The restaurant is set in the heart of the Urbanisation Entre Naranjos and serves the best Indian food in the area. Established by Mr Singh, who is originally from Scotland, the restaurant has quickly earned a reputation for serving the finest and freshest Indian food around. The menu is wide and varied to suit all tastes, from the mild to the really hot, Mr Singh has thought of everything at Cafe Spice. You can enjoy such delicacies such as Lamb Dopiaza, Chicken Phall, Chicken Tikka Sharabi. To compliment each of the main courses there is a large selection of starters and side dishes, Mutter Paneer, Bengan Bhaji. All of these freshly cooked meals are provided at excellent prices and you cannot beat the 3 course lunch, served 12-3pm for just 5.95 Euros per person or the Menu De La Noche served from 5pm to 8pm at just 10.95 Euros for 4 courses, provided with a complimentary bottle of wine per couple. So why not enjoy a trip to the Cafe Spice and sample Mr Singh’s motto

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AGUAMARINA FOR THE TRUE FLAVOURS OF SPAIN

The only restaurant of it’s kind in the area, for a touch of Mañana and a true taste of Spain why not visit the Aguamarina Restaurant in Cabo Roig. This really is an experience worth enjoying for tourists and locals alike. A typically Spanish eatery, the restaurant and tapas bar is located at the northern end of the Cabo Roig Strip and adjacent to the Caja Murcia bank. Boasting a well equipped restaurant and a fine selection of daily produced tapas, the interior is decorated elegantly and is complimented by a welcoming atmosphere, making one feel very relaxed. The food is also very tasty, with a wide range of local cuisine on offer, all cooked to perfection by proprietor and long time chef Luis. The speciality of this splendid restaurant is its extraordinary Paella, prepared in a multitude of flavours, all served at your table by the delightful Maria. The menu also comprises of a fine choice of meats, with steaks ‘to die for’, and seafood such as lamb, pork, calamari and prawns. It has a truly friendly atmosphere and the food prices are not too steep. But for value that cannot be

beaten, at just 8 euro the 3 course menu del dia of roast beef and Spanish style potatoes is ideal for anyone on a budget, but do check that it is available because in the quintessential ‘Mañana’ fashion the delivery man may still be due to show or he may simply have stopped en route for a coffee. I say if you can't beat em, join em. Chill and enjoy a relaxing evening in a restaurant where you don’t feel as though you have to rush off immediately your meal is over. But if you really don't think that Mañana is something you want to live with, you might just want to go elsewhere. Otherwise, embrace this restaurant’s lethargic lifestyle with open arms and chances are, sometime tomorrow, it'll embrace you right back.

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LOCAL FREEMASON ON A HIGH Thomas on the summit of Mt. Aconcagua in Argentina, pictured left with the Norwegian flag.

A local freemason´s quest to summit the highest mountain in the Americas raises over 5000 euros for the Spanish homeless Thomas Ronning a local Fremason recently scaled and reached the summit of the Mt. Aconcagua (White Sentinel) in Argentina scaling the "Polish Traverse" which took in total 20 days. In doing so has raised over 5000€ for the Festival 2014

Valencian Provincial Feemasonry Charity in aid of purchasing an Ambulances and a soon to be presented "Mobile day Center for the Homeless" for the Cruz Roja in Alicante. The Moble Day center is the first of its kind in Spain and will attend to the poor and destitute on a routine basis at dedicated points within our community.

MOUNTAIN RESCUE SAVE OVER 3000 PEOPLE IN 2013 Details released this week show that the mountain rescue branch of the Guardia Civil performed 892 procedures in 2013, resulting in the successful rescue of 2,618 people unharmed, plus another 475 who had been injured. Tragically, they also recovered the bodies of 94 people who had lost their lives. Surprisingly, it is the seemingly least risky activity that saw the most incidents, with trips and falls whilst hiking being number 1. Hikers with a lack of technical experience, and who overestimate their chances, are said to be the greatest risk. Foreigners account for over 14% of those involved in rescues, but Spanish city dwellers are also significant. Of those rescued by the corps, 12.98% reside in Madrid, the second most popular group, with third place taken by Barcelona residents, representing 7.85%. The highest number of accidents occurred in the region of Aragon with 39.01%, followed by Andalusia with 12.78% and the Balearic Islands with 11.55%. These accidents occur mainly by walkers overesti-

mating their ability to cope with the activity and not planning properly, and, in many cases, a lack of physical and technical preparation for the activity, especially not paying attention to the weather predictions of the Spanish met office, advising not to partake in such activities. The mountain rescue operation consists of 26 operational units across Spain, with their headquarters in Jaca, Huesca.

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AILING PROMISES OF NEW SCHOOLS FOR COSTA Has anyone seen any sign of the building of the new primary school for Los Dolces or the resumed building of the abandoned secondary school? Valencia has made promises that these two schools were high priority but to date no there have been no signs that the Valencian Education Authority has any intention of ensuring that the young people of Orihuela Costa have decent buildings to be educated in. The two present temporary schools that have failed to be replaced despite continuing promises are a very third rate substitute for a decent educational environment for the child living on Orihuela Costa. What many people without school aged children may not know is that both buildings are leaky wet affairs and that many children are unable to attend school when it is raining because of the poor standard of maintenance of these temporary structures. Consequently many children have their education disrupted when it rains and many parents have to try and make alternative child care arrangements during wet spells. A good learning environment is essential in ensuring children attain the best out of the education system and is something that every child, of whatever nationality has a right to expect from a modern society like Spain. Is it asking too much that long shelved plans to rebuild these two schools should be a top priority? I s it right that over a half of all children living on Orihuela Costa spend their entire educational years in temporary schools without the basic resources expected in all state schools in Spain? The age distribution of Orihuela Costa is not typical of Spain as a whole, but it is very reprehensive of areas developed during the building boom years of the 90â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. Hence the population has far more older and retired people than is normal of areas that didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have the vast construction boom that brought so much economic wealth into the

country. However the wealth that these immigrants brought into Spain or especially Orihuela Costa has not been reflected in the growth of services for these people who have invested heavily in their adopted country. Although the greater percentage of expats who have made their homes on Orihuela Costa are more mature people the area did attract many people with school age children who not only invested in property but many have also invested in businesses that continue to bring wealth to the area. Is it fair that these people should subject their children to an education experience in third rate schools that are not fit for the purpose? Why do the local politicians sitting in Orihuela fail to properly represent the interests of the residents of Orihuela Costa within the Valencian Community? Is it because none of the local councillors governing Orihuela have any interests in the welfare of the inhabitants of the coast? Is it because none of them send their children to the third rate schools? Or is it worst than that and they feel that these schools are acceptable to the immigrants living on Orihuela Costa. Whatever the reason, it is true that the children of Orihuela Costa are being unfairly discriminated against. This discrimination affects children of all the various nationalities including Spanish nationals. All Orihuela Costa inhabitants should expect the same level of serv-

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ices provided in other parts of Orihuela and should have exactly the same services and facilities as found in the city of Orihuela, which now has a smaller population than the coast! Get your voice heard. Help stop this blatant discrimination. Ensure you are registered to vote and use that vote in the next local election. Together we can make changes for the good of the whole community on Orihuela Costa. To ensure that Orihuela Costa receives the services normal in Spain it is important that the large numbers of people from the European Union ensure that they are registered to vote. Check your voting status at the Orihuela Town Hall. Discrimination of the Orihuela Costa will continue as long as expats continue their political apathy. Your community needs your vote.

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TAKE THE FEAR OUT OF DENTISTRY WITH GERHARD NAGEL I read on Facebook this week that a friend needed a visit to the dentist. The stress and worry that the possibility of the impending meeting raised comments like “my stomach is churning” and “wish me luck”, to which the considerate readers obviously replied. But, once the appointment was over, the work had been done, the “patient” had returned alive, well and free from the pain that had prompted the initial concern. Some of us may have had a bad experience in the past, but most of us simply fear the dentist as that is a more natural reaction that enjoying the treatment, although it is usually without justification. Modern dentistry has changed. Just ask anybody who has had work done recently. Ask if there was actually anything “real” to fear. The answer is invariably “no”. Modern dentist offer a warm and welcoming environment and with the most modern precision equipment, that as soon as you walk into a dentist´s office, you feel comfortable, welcome and your fears are eased. The Gerhard Nagel clinic at La Zenia is one such place. Having been established on the Costa Blanca since 1997, and one of the first practices in the country to offer high quality cosmetic dentistry, the experience and knowledge of the team behind the surgery has grown since their initial opening, keeping up to date with the most modern practices and equipment, to ensure that they have always maintained the highest standards of dental care available, with the overall aim of looking after your oral well-

being, whether it be cosmetic or restorative. Their expertise in building smiles changes lives; quite literally, as they use their artistic approach to fully assess every individual mouth, from every conceivable angle, to ensure that any work carried out fits your own facial features. Even a language barrier is not a problem, as the staff speak a host of languages, including English, Spanish and German, which has enabled them to build up a big international clientele. Isabel, will help you arrange an appointment. If anyone has an emergency, the staff will do their utmost to fit you in that same day. The clinic has its own laboratory, so work such as repairs to dentures or moulding of teeth, are done very quickly. They also have a panoramic X-ray machine, which enables them to get a very accurate picture of your whole mouth. The clinic is used to dealing with holiday makers too, and will do fillings and bridges etc. at the drop of a hat. Specialist services, such as teeth whitening or cosmetic surgery, are also available. Children are welcome to come for check ups and pain free treatment. The clinic prides itself on prompt service. No more long waits for something you need now. However, with all of this said, with the reality of an open mind that tells us there is nothing to fear, even if you still have doubts, or if you have a phobia about visiting the dentist, Nagel’s can, in special situations, bring in a qualified anaesthetist, who will knock you out completely, to enable the dentist to do the necessary work. When you come to, you will be ready to go home. The anaesthetist will remain present throughout the whole operation. Booking is recommended, but not always necessary. The opening times are 9am to 3pm. Phone 966 73 0058 or 607 821 433.

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7.00 Breakfast. Headlines and business news. (T) 10.15 Wanted Down Under Revisited. A family that was considering a move to Perth, Western Australia. (R) (T) 11.00 Homes Under the Hammer. Properties being sold at auction. (R) (T) 12.00 The Sheriffs Are Coming. High Court enforcement officers investigate a wedding photographer. (R) (T) 12.45 Saints and Scroungers. A bogus charity that was awarded over £1million. (T) 1.15 Bargain Hunt. Searching for antiques in Devon. (T) 2.00 BBC News; Weather. (T) 2.30 Regional News; Weather. (T) 2.45 Doctors. Al faces some tough questions about his recent behaviour. (T) 3.15 Perfection. General knowledge quiz, hosted by Nick Knowles. (R) (T) 4.00 Escape to the Country. A couple seek a characterful country home in the Peak District. (R) (T) 4.45 James Martin: Home Comforts. New series. The chef cooks in his own kitchen.

5.30 Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is. From the Reeman Dansie auction in Colchester. (T) 6.15 Pointless. Quiz show. Presented by Alexander Armstrong. (R) (T) 7.00 BBC News; Weather. (T) 7.30 Regional News Programmes; Weather. (T) 8.00 The One Show. The first visit of the week to the One Show studio, where Matt Baker and Alex Jones present topical stories and celebrity chat. 8.30 Inside Out. Stories of interest to the region; (T) BBC News; Regional News. (T) 9.00 EastEnders. Kat tries a different approach in her efforts to speak to Stacey, a visit by Jane highlights the tension between Ian and Denise and the traders plan to gatecrash a council meeting. (T) 9.30 Britain Underwater: Panorama. Reporter Richard Bilton investigates the causes of the flooding devastating the country, whether more could be done to protect towns and villages. (T) 10.00 Britain’s Great War. Jeremy Paxman concludes his history of the First World War, focusing on the final 12 months of the conflict. 11.00 BBC News. (T) 11.25 Regional News; Weather. (T) 11.35 Have I Got Old News for You. Mel Giedroyc hosts this edition of the comedy news quiz from May 2013. (R) (T) 12.20 Who Do You Think You Are? USA. Zooey Deschanel discovers her ancestor’s work as an anti-slavery campaigner. (T) 1.00 The Graham Norton Show. With Matt Damon, Hugh Bonneville, Bill Murray and Paloma Faith. (R) (T) 1.45 Weatherview. (T) 1.50 BBC News. The latest national and international stories. (T) BBC2 2.00 Live Winter Olympics. Further coverage of day 10 in Russia. (T) 5.00 Live Winter Olympics. The concluding coverage on day 10 of the Games in Russia. (T) 8.00 Winter Olympics: Today at the Games. Clare Balding introduces highlights from day 10 in

Russia, where six gold medals were decided in venues in Sochi and Krasnaya Polyana. (T) 9.00 University Challenge. The quarter-final matches continue as two teams of four students compete to make it to the next stage of the competition. Jeremy Paxman asks the questions. (T) 9.30 Food & Drink. Gennaro Contaldo joins Michel Roux Jr to create an authentic lasagne from scratch, and there is a debate on whether people should care about where their food comes from. (T) 10.00 Horizon: The Power of the Placebo. Examining why placebo medicines and pills are effective in helping treat pain and depression and even alleviating some of the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease. (T) 11.00 The Culture Show: Damon Albarn — Solo. The Blur frontman talks about his childhood, the places he holds dear and the memories that infuse his first solo album Everyday Robots, due for release at the end of April. (T) 11.30 Newsnight; (T) Weather. (T) 12.20 Dragons’ Den. (R) (T) 1.20 Sign Zone: Film 2014. (R) (T) 1.50 Sign Zone: Russia on Four Wheels. (R) (T) 2.50 Sign Zone: Animal Odd Couples. (R) (T) 3.50 This Is BBC Two. (T) 4.55 BBC Learning Zone. 4.55 Schools: Young Legal Eagles. 5.50 Ancient Egypt: Life and Death in the Valley of the Kings. 6.30 Schools: Your Paintings. (T) London 7.00 Daybreak. With Laila Morse. (T) 9.30 Lorraine. Harvey Weinstein chats about last night’s BAFTA awards. (T) 10.25 The Jeremy Kyle Show. Guests air their differences. (R) (T) 11.30 This Morning. Jeff Brazier discusses the weekend’s Dancing on Ice shows. (T) 1.30 Loose Women. Celebrity interviews and topical studio discussion. (T) 2.30 ITV News and Weather. (T) 2.55 ITV News London (T) 3.00 Dickinson’s Real Deal. From Bangor 4.00 The Alan Titchmarsh Show. (T) 4.59 ITV London Weather.

5.00 Tipping Point. New series. Quiz show, hosted by Ben Shephard. (T) 6.00 The Chase. Bradley Walsh presents as four contestants take on ruthless quiz genius the Chaser and secure a cash prize. 7.00 ITV News London; Weather. (T) 7.30 ITV News and Weather. (T) 8.00 Emmerdale. Brenda feels humiliated when Bob reveals he has caught her stealing on camera, while Val tells Eric she could be HIV positive and asks him to go to the clinic with her. (T) 8.30 Coronation Street. Peter and Tina enjoy a passionate evening in the flat above the bookie’s, Dennis tries to make amends with Rita, and a police officer turns up at the cafe to talk to Fiz about Roy. (T) 9.00 A Great Welsh Adventure with Griff Rhys Jones. The funnyman takes part in a terrifying challenge on the Severn Bridge, and paddles up the River Wye as he learns the Welsh national anthem. (T) 9.30 Coronation Street. Fiz opens a parcel for Roy in the hope it may hold some clues to his whereabouts. Ritchie reveals he is off to pastures new, while Lloyd and Steve catch Tina in a state of undress. (T)

10.00 DCI Banks. Part one of two. When the body of an investigative journalist is found, Banks identifies a link between the victim and a mysterious death in the 1980s connected to a rock band. 11.00 ITV News at Ten and Weather. (T) 11.30 ITV News London; Weather. (T) 11.35 The Agenda. Tom Bradby presents the discussion show, joined by guests from the worlds of politics, news and entertainment. (T) 12.10 The Mighty Mississippi with Trevor McDonald. The broadcaster travels to Clarksdale and Memphis. (R) (T) 1.05 Jackpot247. 4.00 Champions League Weekly. 4.25 The Jeremy Kyle Show USA. The host takes his successful talk show stateside. (R) (T) 5.10 ITV Nightscreen. 6.05 The Jeremy Kyle Show. CHANNEL 4 7.25 Countdown. (R) (T) 8.10 Will & Grace. (R) (T) 8.35 Will & Grace. (R) (T) 9.00 Everybody Loves Raymond. (R) (T) 9.30 Everybody Loves Raymond. (R) (T) 10.00 Everybody Loves Raymond. (R) (T) 10.30 Frasier. (R) (T) 11.00 Frasier. (R) (T) 11.30 Frasier. (R) (T) 12.00 The Big Bang Theory. (R) (T) 12.30 The Big Bang Theory. (R) (T) 1.00 Channel 4 News Midday Summary. (T) 1.05 Come Dine with Me: Ireland. (R) (T) 3.40 Countdown. (T) 4.30 Deal or No Deal. (T) 5.30 Come Dine with Me. (T) 6.00 Coach Trip. (T) 6.30 Superstar Dogs: Countdown to Crufts. 7.00 The Simpsons. Bart joins forces with a new pupil at Springfield Elementary with a penchant for trouble-making — only to discover he is a spy. With the voice of Topher Grace (That 70s Show). (R) (T) 7.30 Hollyoaks. Jason struggles with his knowledge of Fraser’s illicit secret. Darren worries that Nancy will oppose Oscar’s imminent surgery, and Dodger’s search for his missing niece continues. (T) 8.00 Channel 4 News. (T) 9.00 A&E’s Missing Millions — Channel 4 Dispatches. Morland Sanders spends 24 hours in his local A&E department 9.30 Benefits Street: The Last Word. 10.00 Benefits Britain: The Live Debate. (T) 11.00 8 Out of 10 Cats. Jimmy Carr hosts the comedy panel show. (T) 11.50 Troy. (T) 12.50 One Born Every Minute. (R) (T) 1.45 Random Acts. (T) 1.50 Scandal. (R) (T) 2.35 Hostages. (R) (T) 3.20 World Without End. (R) (T) 4.55 Supernanny US. (R) (T) 5.35 Location, Location, Location. (R) (T) 6.30 Deal or No Deal. (R) (T)

gles to decide whether she should tell Brax about her pregnancy, Irene forces Chris to get a job, and Bianca submits a formal complaint about Ms Montgomery. (R) (T) 7.30 NewsTalk Live. (T) 8.00 Police Interceptors. Officers from Lincolnshire’s Roads Policing Unit are at the forefront of a raid against suspected drug traffickers, and Dan Brigginshaw is on duty at Spalding’s annual flower show; (T) 8.00 5 News Update. (T) 9.00 The Big British Immigration Row: Live. Debate exploring the controversial subject of immigration and how it is affecting the nation. With contributions by MPs, decision-makers, opinion-formers and immigrants. Includes 5 News Update. (T) 11.00 Can’t Stop, Won’t Stop: Hoarding. People whose compulsion to hoard renders them incapable of throwing things away. (T) 12.00 Car Crime UK: Caught on Camera. (R) (T) 1.00 Helix. (T) 1.55 SuperCasino. 5.00 House Doctor. (R) (T) 5.20 House Doctor. (R) (T) 5.45 Great Scientists. (R) (T) 6.10 Wildlife SOS. (R) (T) 6.35 Wildlife SOS. (R) (T)

Monday, Monday, 17th February, February, 2014 08:00 Breakfast with Mark Nolan 11:00 Monday Edition with Kevin Reardon. 14:00 Coffee Hour with Steve Hambley. 15:00 The Gary Jackson Show, 17:00 The PBT Show 19:00 Comedy - Thirty Minutes Worth. Harry Worth 20:00 Drama - Sherlock Holmes: The Madness of Col Warburton 21:00 The Chillout Zone 22:00 A Book at Bedtime - All Passion Spent Episode 1 of 5 23:00 Classical Nights 00:01 Exite Overnight

Channel 5 7.00 Milkshake!: Bananas in Pyjamas. (R) (T) 7.10 Igam Ogam. (R) (T) 7.20 Fireman Sam. (R) (T) 7.35 The WotWots. (R) (T) 7.45 Peppa Pig. (R) (T) 7.50 Olly the Little White Van. (R) (T) 8.00 Little Princess. (R) (T) 8.10 Ben and Holly’s Little Kingdom. (R) (T) 8.20 The Mr Men Show. (R) (T) 8.35 Thomas & Friends. (R) (T) 8.50 Noddy in Toyland. (R) (T) 9.00 Fifi and the Flowertots. (R) (T) 9.10 Peppa Pig. (R) (T) 9.15 Peppa Pig. (R) (T) 9.25 Peppa Pig. (R) (T) 9.30 Peppa Pig. (R) (T) 9.35 Toby’s Travelling Circus. (R) (T) 9.45 Bananas in Pyjamas. (R) (T) 10.00 Tickety Toc. (R) (T) 10.15 The Wright Stuff. 12.10 Police Interceptors. (R) (T) 1.10 5 News Lunchtime. (T) 1.15 Gibraltar: Britain in the Sun. (R) (T) 2.15 Home and Away. (T) 2.45 Neighbours. (T) 3.15 NCIS. (R) (T) 4.15 FILM: McBride: It’s Murder, Madam (2005). Crime drama, starring John Larroquette. (T) 6.00 5 News at 5. (T) 6.30 Neighbours. Kyle discovers Georgia is pregnant after she is rushed to hospital, while Jacob starts to believe Sonya has feelings for him, and Imogen learns the truth about Isaac. (R) (T) 7.00 Home and Away. Ricky strug-

Monday, 17th February, 2014 14.00 Non Stop Music 16.00 Shopping and Info 18.00 Celebrity Archive – TV ScriptwriterPhil Redmond 18.05 Speekee TV (series) Fun Spanish lessons - El Classe 18.15 Out & About in Torrevieja – the Delfin Submarine in the port of Torrevieja. 18.30 The Passion- Short story featuring Raquel Peña. 19.00 Let's Talk (series) Simon is with local performers 19.30 Viva Vino – Wine expert & tour guide Colin Harkness introduces fabulous wines and glorious vineyards in the south of Spain. 20.00 – 22.00 Local Information and Non Stop Music

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7.00 Breakfast. Headlines and business news. (T) 10.15 Wanted Down Under Revisited. Nicki Chapman revisits the Cliff family in Adelaide. (R) (T) 11.00 Homes Under the Hammer. Properties in south London, Blackpool and Northumberland. (R) (T) 12.00 The Sheriffs Are Coming. The officers act on behalf of a woman who was sacked by text message. (R) (T) 12.45 Saints and Scroungers. A woman who illegally claimed £47,000 in benefits. (T) 1.15 Bargain Hunt. Two teams search for antiques at a showground near Shepton Mallet, Somerset. (R) (T) 2.00 BBC News; Weather. (T) 2.30 Regional News; Weather. (T) 2.45 Doctors. Al and Howard put an end to their conflict over Fliss. (T) 3.15 Perfection. General knowledge quiz, hosted by Nick Knowles. (R) (T) 4.00 Escape to the Country. Jonnie Irwin helps a young family searching for a home in North Yorkshire. (T) 4.45 James Martin: Home Comforts. The chef makes a beef and red wine pie.

5.30 Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is. Jonty Hearnden and Christina Trevanion try to make a profit for charity. (T) 6.15 Pointless. Quiz show. Presented by Alexander Armstrong. (R) (T) 7.00 BBC News; Weather. (T) 7.30 Regional News Programmes; Weather. (T) 8.00 The One Show. Live chat and topical reports, presented by Matt Baker and Alex Jones. (T) 8.30 EastEnders. Kat is shocked by an unexpected visitor who makes waves throughout the Square, Jane and Ian argue over Bobby, and Linda helps the market traders by organising a demonstration; (T) BBC News; Regional News. 9.00 Holby City. Zosia is excited when she finally gets the chance to prove herself, Jonny resolves to expose Jac as a bully and Harry is frustrated by the return of a familiar face. (T) 10.00 Death in Paradise. Tragedy strikes in the jungle when a birdwatcher is stabbed to death with his own knife, a case that holds a certain fascination for Humphrey, who was a keen twitcher in his youth. (T) 11.00 BBC News. (T) 11.25 Regional News; Weather; (T) National Lottery Update. (T) 11.35 Traffic Cops. New series. The work of Yorkshire’s Regional Roads Crime Team. A firsttime offender speeds away in his wife’s car and a drunk-driver is rudely woken by the police in a car park. (T)

8.00 Winter Olympics: Today at the Games. Clare Balding introduces highlights from day 11 in Russia, where five gold medals were decided in venues in Sochi and Krasnaya Polyana. (T) 9.00 The Great British Sewing Bee. New series. Ten people compete to be crowned Britain’s best amateur sewer. 10.00 How China Fooled the World — With Robert Peston. The BBC’s new economics editor investigates the country’s seemingly booming economy, revealing that China could be in serious trouble with huge debts it might be unable to pay back. (T) 11.00 House of Fools. Vic summons a spirit at a seance when he tries to win a magazine competition, but Bob is the only one who can see the ghost. Guest starring Reece Shearsmith. Last in the series. (T) 11.30 Newsnight; (T) Weather. (T) 12.20 Horizon: The Power of the Placebo. (R) (T) 1.20 The Super League Show. (T) 2.00 Sign Zone: Britain’s Great War. (R) (T) 3.00 Sign Zone: Operation Grand Canyon with Dan Snow. (R) (T) 4.00 This Is BBC Two. (T) 4.55 BBC Learning Zone. (T) London 7.00 Daybreak. News and entertainment. (T) 9.30 Lorraine. Entertainment and fashion news. (T) 10.25 The Jeremy Kyle Show. Guests air their differences. (R) (T) 11.30 This Morning. Celebrity chat and lifestyle features. (T) 1.30 Loose Women. Kaye Adams hosts the topical debate from a female perspective. (T) 2.30 ITV News and Weather. (T) 2.55 ITV News London; Weather. (T) 3.00 Dickinson’s Real Deal. A Victorian solitaire makes a tidy sum in Nottingham. (R) (T) 4.00 The Alan Titchmarsh Show. With John Michie, Anton Du Beke and Summer Strallen. (T) 4.59 ITV London Weather. (T)

12.35 FILM: The Mexican (2001). Comedy thriller, starring Brad Pitt and Julia Roberts. (T) 2.30 Weatherview. (T) 2.35 BBC News. The latest national and international stories. (T)

12.35 Jermain Defoe: Sports Life Stories. A profile of the Tottenham Hotspur and England footballer. (T) 1.30 Jackpot247. Interactive gaming. 4.00 Loose Women. Kaye Adams hosts the topical debate from a female perspective. (R) 4.45 ITV Nightscreen. Text-based information service. 6.05 The Jeremy Kyle Show. Guests air their differences. (R) (T)

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7.00 This Is BBC Two. Preview of upcoming programmes. (T) 7.45 Live Winter Olympics. Coverage on day 11 of the Games. (T) 2.00 Live Winter Olympics.

7.25 Countdown. (R) (T) 8.10 Will & Grace. (R) (T) 8.35 Will & Grace. (R) (T) 9.00 Everybody Loves Raymond. (R) (T) 9.30 Everybody Loves Raymond. (R) (T) 10.00 Everybody Loves

Raymond. (R) (T) 10.30 Frasier. (R) (T) 11.00 Frasier. (R) (T) 11.30 Frasier. (R) (T) 12.00 The Big Bang Theory. (R) (T) 12.30 The Big Bang Theory. (R) (T) 1.00 Channel 4 News Midday Summary. (T) 1.05 Come Dine with Me: Ireland. (R) (T) 1.35 Come Dine with Me: Ireland. (R) (T) 2.05 Come Dine with Me: Ireland. (R) (T) 2.35 Come Dine with Me: Ireland. (R) (T) 3.05 Come Dine with Me: Ireland. (R) (T) 3.40 Countdown. (T) 4.30 Deal or No Deal. (T) 5.30 Come Dine with Me. (T) 6.00 Coach Trip. The tourists visit a snail farm in Perpignan, where Brendan Sheerin demonstrates an unusual beauty treatment. One of the passengers becomes a hero during a banana boat ride. (T) 6.30 Superstar Dogs: Countdown to Crufts. John Barrowman presents as dogs and their owners compete in a number of challenges, with a Cockapoo, a Whippet-Staff cross and a Border Collie taking part. (T) 7.00 The Simpsons. Bart and Lisa play a silly prank that leaves them convinced they have killed Martin. (R) (T) 7.30 Hollyoaks. Nancy is upset by Darren’s inconsiderate actions. Meanwhile, Phoebe wants to be optimistic for George and Vincent, but is unsure whether it will be plain sailing for the pair. (T) 8.00 Channel 4 News. (T) 9.00 Location, Location, Location. Kirstie Allsopp and Phil Spencer revisit house-hunters in south London. 10.00 The Taste. Simon Rogan from L’Enclume in Cumbria, one of Britain’s most critically acclaimed restaurants, challenges the cooks to prepare food using leftovers, from fish heads to wine dregs. (T) 11.00 Sexting Teacher. Documentary telling the stories of three teacher-pupil relationships in the age of social media and smartphones. (T) 12.00 8 Out of 10 Cats. (R) 12.45 Paul Chowdhry: What’s Happening White People? (R) 1.40 Random Acts. (T) 1.45 Poker. 2.45 KOTV Boxing Weekly. 3.15 Trans World Sport.4.10 Beach Volleyball. 5.05 Freesports on 4. 5.35 Terror in the Skies. (R) (T) 6.30 Secret Removers. Channel 5 7.00 Milkshake!: Bananas in Pyjamas. (R) (T) 7.10 Igam Ogam. (R) (T) 7.20 Fireman Sam. (R) (T) 7.35 The WotWots. (R) (T) 7.45 Peppa Pig. (R) (T) 7.50 Olly the Little White Van. (R) (T) 8.00 Little Princess. (R) (T) 8.10 Ben and Holly’s Little Kingdom. (R) (T) 8.20 The Mr Men Show. (R) (T) 8.35 Thomas & Friends. (R) (T) 8.50 Noddy in Toyland. (R) (T) 9.00 Fifi and the Flowertots. (R) (T) 9.10 Peppa Pig. (R) (T) 9.15 Peppa Pig. (R) (T) 9.25 Peppa Pig. (R) (T) 9.30 Peppa Pig. (R) (T) 9.35 Toby’s Travelling Circus. (R) (T) 9.45 Bananas in Pyjamas. (R) (T) 10.00 Tickety Toc. (R) (T) 10.15 The Wright Stuff. 12.10 Police Interceptors. (R) (T) 1.10 5 News Lunchtime. (T) 1.15 Trauma Doctors. (R) (T) 2.15 Home and Away. (T) 2.45 Neighbours. (T) 3.15 NCIS. (R) (T) 4.15 FILM: Still Life: A Three Pines Mystery (2013). Premiere. Whodunnit, starring Nathaniel Parker. (T) 6.00 5 News at 5. (T) 6.30 Neighbours. Disaster strikes on the camping trip when Mason goads Josh into having a go at abseiling, while Callum wins Josie back and Sonya tells Jacob to leave Erinsborough. (R) (T) 7.00 Home and Away. Ricky states she will make her own decision about the baby, Ms Montgomery retaliates after Bianca’s complaint and Chris is nervous about his first day at work. (R) (T) 7.30 The Big British Immigration Row. Highlights from Monday’s debate exploring the controversial subject and how it is affecting the UK With contributions by MPs, decision-makers, opinion-formers and immigrants. (T) 8.00 The Dog Rescuers. Keith Hogben and Gemma Cooper find a pair of dogs being kept in atrocious conditions and Herchy Boal visits a family having trouble letting go of an old dog with health problems. (R) (T) 8.30 Police 5. Crime prevention advice and appeals for information on the nation’s most wanted criminals. Presented by Joe Crowley and Kate McIntyre, with Shaw Taylor; (T) 8.30 5 News Update. (T) 9.00 Benidorm ER. A 48-year-old woman

from Glasgow is rushed in with chest pains, while a severely visually impaired man from Aberdeen is treated for a suspected broken arm; (T) 9.00 5 News at 9. (T) 10.00 Holiday Love Rats Exposed. Documentary telling the stories of Brits who have been conned out of tens of thousands of pounds and left broken-hearted by people preying on single holiday-makers looking for love. (T) 11.00 Law & Order: Special Victims Unit. Benson and Stabler are called to a hospital, where a rape victim claims to have been attacked for a fourth time by the same assailant. Guest starring Jennifer Love Hewitt. (T) 12.00 Body of Proof. (R) (T) 12.55 CSI: Miami. (R) (T) 1.55 SuperCasino. 4.05 Brain Hospital: Saving Lives. (R) (T) 5.00 House Doctor. (R) (T) 5.20 House Doctor. (R) (T) 5.45 Great Scientists. (R) (T) 6.10 Wildlife SOS. (R) (T) 6.35 Wildlife SOS. (R) (T)

Tuesday, 18th February, 2014 14.00 Non Stop Music 16.00 Shopping and Info 18.00 Celebrity Archive – Simon talks to Ralph McTell, singer songwriter and best known for his hit Streets of London. 18.05 Let’s Talk – Joe Egan sparring partner of Mike Tyson. 18.30 Host Your Own(series) The Costa Blanca's home grown cookery show as 6 contestants try to impress 3 judges. 19.00 Real England (series) – Northamptonshire is said to enjoy a pure and wholesome air due to its dryness and distance from the sea. We see what else it has to offer. 22.00 Local Information and Non Stop Music

Tuesday, uesday, 18th February, February, 2014 08:00 Breakfast with Mark Nolan. 11:00 Tuesday Edition with Kevin Reardon. 14:00 Solid Gold Sixties with Geoff Dorsett. 15:00 Dark Side of the Moon with Gary Jackson. 17:00 The PBT Show. 19:00 Comedy - Men from the Ministry. We all make mistakes, starring Deryck Guyler and Wilfred Hyde-White 20:00 Drama - Miss St Andrews by Mike Bartlett 21:00 The Chillout Zone 22:00 A Book at Bedtime - All Passion Spent - Episode 2 of 5 23:00 Classical Nights 00:01 Exite Overnight

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19th febrUARY 7.00 Breakfast. Headlines and business news. (T) 10.15 Wanted Down Under Revisited. Nicki Chapman revisits the McCallums, who hoped to move to Australia. (R) (T) 11.00 Homes Under the Hammer. 12.00 The Sheriffs Are Coming. Officers Marc and Tony go off-road, hoping to locate and recover a 4x4. (R) (T) 12.45 Saints and Scroungers. (T) 1.15 Bargain Hunt. 2.00 BBC News; Weather. (T) 2.30 Regional News; Weather. (T) 2.45 Doctors. Kevin races against time to save Steve. (T) 3.15 Perfection. General knowledge quiz, hosted by Nick Knowles. (R) (T) 4.00 Escape to the Country. Searching for a rural retreat in north Wales. (R) (T) 4.45 James Martin: Home Comforts. Toad in the hole with onion gravy. (T)

5.30 Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is. From the Porte de Vanves flea market in Paris. (T) 6.15 Pointless. Quiz show. Presented by Alexander Armstrong. (R) (T) 7.00 BBC News; Weather. (T) 7.30 Regional News Programmes; Weather. (T) 8.00 The One Show. Matt Baker and Gabby Logan present the live magazine show featuring topical reports from around the UK and big-name studio guests. (T) 8.30 Pound Shop Wars. Chris Edwards employs undercover detectives to cut down on shoplifting, and finds a rival using the Poundworld name just round the corner from a new store; 9.00 Waterloo Road. George is left in charge of the school while Christine is away — just as Maggie, Audrey and the pupils have chosen to stage a protest. (T) 10.00 Outnumbered. Ben shows off his wilderness survival skills when he and his dad go camping, Jake has a big decision to make about his education and Sue has had enough of her guest. 10.30 Mrs Brown’s Boys. Agnes goes on a diet after her family’s comments about her weight, but soon realises how difficult it will be to lay off the fish and chips. (R) (T) 11.00 BBC News. (T) 11.25 Regional News; Weather; (T) National Lottery Update. (T) 11.35 A Question of Sport. With ex-England cricketer Steve Harmison, 2010 Commonwealth Games heptathlon gold medallist Louise Hazel, former world champion boxer Darren Barker and footballer Kevin Phillips. (T) 12.05 Film 2014. Reviews of Nymphomaniac, Only Lovers Left Alive and A New York Winter’s Tale. (T) 12.35 Blandings. Period comedy, starring Timothy Spall. (R) (T) 1.05 Weatherview. (T) 1.10 BBC News. The latest national and international stories. (T) BBC2 7.00 This Is BBC Two. Preview of upcoming programmes. (T) 7.45 Live Winter Olympics. Coverage of day 12 of the Games in

Russia. (T) 2.00 Live Winter Olympics. Further coverage of day 12 of the Games in Russia. (T) 5.00 Live Winter Olympics. The concluding coverage on day 12 in Russia. (T) 8.30 Winter Olympics: Today at the Games. Clare Balding introduces highlights from day 12 in Russia, where eight gold medals were decided at venues in Sochi and Krasnaya Polyana. (T) 9.00 The Restaurant Man. Russell Norman tries to help the owner of a pizzeria in Gravesend, Kent, who refuses to write down his plans and will not take advice from any of his family. (T) 10.00 Line of Duty. The missing persons unit looks into the disappearance of 15-year-old Carly Kirk, while Denton gathers compromising evidence to use against AC-12. (T) 11.00 Inside No 9. A teacher tries to repay a good turn from a late-night caller, but his generosity threatens his relationship with his aspiring actress girlfriend. Gemma Arterton stars. (T) 11.30 Newsnight; (T) Weather. (T) 12.20 Top Gear. (R) (T) 1.20 Sign Zone: Dolphins — Spy in the Pod. (R) (T) 2.20 Sign Zone: Children’s Emergency Rescue. (R) (T) 3.20 This Is BBC Two. (T) 5.00 BBC Learning Zone. 5.00 Schools: Tales from the Old Bailey — The Grave Robber. 6.00 Schools — In My Shoes Plus: China. 6.40 Schools — In My Shoes Plus: Germany. (T) London 7.00 Daybreak. News and entertainment. (T) 9.30 Lorraine. With TOWIE’s Arg and actress Louisa Lytton. (T) 10.25 The Jeremy Kyle Show. Guests air their differences. (R) (T) 11.30 This Morning. With guest Andrew Sachs. (T) 1.30 Loose Women. With Carol Vorderman and Charlie Hardwick. (T) 2.30 ITV News and Weather. (T) 2.55 ITV News London; Weather. (T) 3.00 Dickinson’s Real Deal. From High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire. 4.00 The Alan Titchmarsh Show. 4.59 ITV London Weather. (T)

5.00 Tipping Point. Quiz show, hosted by Ben Shephard. (T) 6.00 The Chase. Bradley Walsh presents as four contestants answer general knowledge questions and work as a team to take on ruthless quiz genius the Chaser and secure a cash prize. 7.00 ITV News London; Weather. (T) 7.30 ITV News and Weather. (T) 8.00 Emmerdale. Val reacts badly to her surprise birthday party and has a heart-to-heart with Diane, while Bernice and Nicola team up at a speed-dating event to catch Anton. (T) 8.30 Coronation Street. Steve bumps into Roy at the museum, but he vanishes into the crowd and later turns up unannounced at the cafe. (T) 9.00 Brit Awards 2014. James Corden hosts the music ceremony live from London’s O2. (T) 11.15 ITV News and Weather. (T) 11.45 ITV News London; Weather. (T) 11.50 The Jonathan Ross Show. Jonathan is joined by film star Uma Thurman, actor, comedian and Brit Awards host James Corden and Strictly Come Dancing winner Abbey Clancy. John Newman provides the music. (R) (T) 12.55 Corfu: A Tale of Two Islands. A hotel manager feels the impact of the economic downturn. (R) (T) 1.20 Jackpot247. Interactive gaming. 4.00 FILM: Columbo: Double Exposure (1973). Crime drama, starring Peter Falk and Robert Culp. (T)

5.15 ITV Nightscreen. Text-based information service. 6.05 The Jeremy Kyle Show. Guests air their differences. (R) (T) CHANNEL 4 7.25 Countdown. (R) (T) 8.10 Will & Grace. (R) (T) 8.35 Will & Grace. (R) (T) 9.00 Everybody Loves Raymond. (R) (T) 9.25 Everybody Loves Raymond. (R) (T) 9.55 Everybody Loves Raymond. (R) (T) 10.30 Frasier. (R) (T) 11.00 Frasier. (R) (T) 11.30 Frasier. (R) (T) 12.00 The Big Bang Theory. (R) (T) 12.30 The Big Bang Theory. (R) (T) 1.00 Channel 4 News Midday Summary. (T) 1.05 Come Dine with Me: Ireland. (R) (T) 3.40 Countdown. (T) 4.30 Deal or No Deal. (T) 5.30 Come Dine with Me. (T) 6.00 Coach Trip. Brendan skips down memory lane at L’Estartit, where a volleyball game proves uncomfortable for one tourist, and the group tries paddle-boarding — with mixed results. (T) 6.30 Superstar Dogs: Countdown to Crufts. This time it’s Kathryn and Labradoodle Fergus up against John and Staffordshire bull terrier Coco, plus Jenny and her papillon cross Lily-Rose. With John Barrowman. (T) 7.00 The Simpsons. The family tries to reunite depressed country singer Lurleen Lumpkin with her father, but he only wants to steal one of her songs. 7.30 Hollyoaks. Freddie hurts Lindsey, and in turn forces her to make a drastic decision. Meanwhile, Leela is unable to hide her crush on Darren — so Tegan decides to organise a date for them. (T) 8.00 Channel 4 News. (T) 9.00 The Restoration Man. George Clarke revisits Keith and Sheena McIntyre a year after they fought extreme weather conditions to convert a church into a holiday home and artist’s studio. (T) 10.00 24 Hours in A&E. A registrar treats a 23-year-old man who has been having seizures for 30 minutes, and weighs up the benefits of putting him into an induced coma to stop the attacks. (T) 11.00 First Dates. Dating show in which singletons meet up with possible partners at a restaurant, having selected them based solely on an internet photograph. (T) 12.00 Bodyshockers: My Tattoo Hell. (R) (T) 1.00 Random Acts. (T) 1.05 FILM: Big Momma’s House (2000). Comedy, starring Martin Lawrence. (T) 2.45 FILM: The Straight Story (1999). Drama, starring Richard Farnsworth. (T) 4.35 Supernanny US. (R) (T) 5.15 Location, Location, Location. (R) (T) 6.10 Kirstie’s Handmade Treasures. (R) (T) 6.30 Deal or No Deal. (R) (T)

suspends Ms Montgomery, Matt’s flirting with Evelyn leads to a fight with Oscar, and Kyle helps Tamara pursue her plan to organise an unofficial music festival. (R) (T) 7.30 NewsTalk Live. (T) 8.00 Trauma Doctors. Medics treat a 12-year-old who has been hit by a van, a workman badly burned in an electrical explosion and a victim of assault who has potentially fatal injuries; (R) (T) 8.00 5 News Update. (T) 9.00 Ultimate Emergency Bikers. A motorcyclist is thrown 30 metres across a roundabout, a paramedic rushes to the rescue of a surfer, and a biker cop has a hunch about a car she pulls over. Last in the series; (T) 9.00 5 News at 9. (T) 10.00 NCIS. Ducky reopens a case while on medical leave by talking officials into releasing the body of a Navy commander whose post-mortem he carried out 12 years previously. 11.00 Suspects. Jack and Charlie investigate an assault on the owner of the Green Pit nightclub in east London and discover the victim’s sister unconscious in the cellar. (T) 12.00 The Big British Immigration Row. 2.00 SuperCasino. 4.05 World’s Toughest Prison. 5.00 House Doctor. 5.20 House Doctor. 5.45 Great Scientists. 6.10 Wildlife SOS. 6.35 Wildlife SOS. (R) (T)

Wednesday, 19th February, 2014 14.00 Non Stop Music 16.00 Shopping and Info 18.00 Celebrity Archive – Simon test out his survival skills talking with author & TV presenter Ray Mears an expert in bushcraft. 18.05 The San Fulgencio VibeFest – this is one of the highlights of the Costa Blanca fiesta calendar. 19.00 An Evening With… The Ultimate Tributes Pg2. – 20.00 – 22.00 Local Information and Non Stop Music

Channel 5 7.00 Milkshake!: Bananas in Pyjamas. (R) (T) 7.10 Igam Ogam. (R) (T) 7.20 Fireman Sam. (R) (T) 7.35 The WotWots. (R) (T) 7.45 Peppa Pig. (R) (T) 7.50 Olly the Little White Van. (R) (T) 8.00 Little Princess. (R) (T) 8.10 Ben and Holly’s Little Kingdom. (R) (T) 8.20 The Mr Men Show. (R) (T) 8.35 Thomas & Friends. (R) (T) 8.50 Noddy in Toyland. (R) (T) 9.00 Fifi and the Flowertots. (R) (T) 9.10 Peppa Pig. (R) (T) 9.15 Peppa Pig. (R) (T) 9.25 Peppa Pig. (R) (T) 9.30 Peppa Pig. (R) (T) 9.35 Toby’s Travelling Circus. (R) (T) 9.45 Bananas in Pyjamas. (R) (T) 10.00 Tickety Toc. (R) (T) 10.15 The Wright Stuff. 12.10 Police Interceptors. (R) (T) 1.10 5 News Lunchtime. (T) 1.15 The Hotel Inspector. (R) (T) 2.15 Home and Away. (T) 2.45 Neighbours. (T) 3.15 NCIS. (R) (T) 4.15 FILM: Kidnapped: The Elizabeth Smart Story (2003). Fact-based drama, starring Amber Marshall. (T) 6.00 5 News at 5. (T) 6.30 Neighbours. Brad fears for Josh’s swimming career following the abseiling accident and advises him to see a sports surgeon, while Kyle gets his priorities in order by breaking up with Kate. (R) (T) 7.00 Home and Away. Bianca

W ednesday, ednesday, 19th February, February, 2014 08:00 Breakfast News with Mark Nolan, 11:00 The Wednesday Edition with Kevin Reardon, 14:00 Supersonic 70’s with Geoff Dorsett, 15:00 My Generation with Gary Jackson Show, 17:00 The PBT Show, 19:00 Comedy: Brothers in Law starring Richard Briars 20:00 Drama: Mrs Shakespeare by Robert Nye 21:00 The Chillout Zone. 22:00 A Book at Bedtime - All Passion Spent - Episode 3 of 5 23:00 Classical Nights.

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7.00 Breakfast. Headlines and business news. (T) 10.15 Wanted Down Under Revisited. Nicki Chapman catches up with the Turner family. (R) (T) 11.00 Homes Under the Hammer. Properties in south-west London, Co Durham and Kent. (R) (T) 12.00 The Sheriffs Are Coming. A leafleting company that failed to pay an employee’s wages. (R) (T) 12.45 Saints and Scroungers. A woman who fraudulently claimed £168,000 worth of benefits. (T) 1.15 Bargain Hunt. From Staffordshire County Showground. (R) (T) 2.00 BBC News; Weather. (T) 2.30 Regional News; Weather. (T) 2.45 Doctors. Karen, Valerie and Mrs Tembe decide to go speed-dating. (T) 3.15 Perfection. General knowledge quiz, hosted by Nick Knowles. (R) (T) 4.00 Escape to the Country. Searching for a home in Somerset. (T) 4.45 James Martin: Home Comforts. A selection of quick and easy recipes. (T)

5.30 Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is. Searching for items at an Essex car-boot sale. (T) 6.15 Pointless. Quiz show in which contestants have to score the fewest points possible by giving the least obvious correct answers to questions. Presented by Alexander Armstrong and Richard Osman. (R) (T) 7.00 BBC News; Weather. (T) 7.30 Regional News Programmes; Weather. (T) 8.00 The One Show. Matt Baker and Fearne Cotton present the live magazine, featuring celebrity chat and stories of interest. (T) 8.30 EastEnders. Kat and Alfie receive worrying information about Stacey, while news crews turn up to cover the market traders’ protest — but Ian is still refusing to offer his support; (T) BBC News; Regional News. (T) 9.30 Inspector George Gently. An ex-serviceman is wanted for murder when witnesses put him at the scene of a crime, and the search to find him leads Gently and Bacchus into a world of military medical secrets. (T) 11.00 BBC News. (T) 11.25 Regional News; Weather. (T) 11.35 Question Time. Author Jeanette Winterson and philosopher Roger Scruton are among the panellists answering questions in Swindon, Wiltshire. Chaired by David Dimbleby. (T) 12.35 FILM: The Color of Money (1986). Drama sequel, starring Paul Newman and Tom Cruise. (T) 2.30 Skiing Weatherview. (T) 2.35 BBC News. The latest national and international stories. (T) BBC2 7.00 Sign Zone: Nature’s Weirdest Events. (R) (T) 8.00 Sign Zone: Italy Unpacked. Andrew Graham-Dixon and Giorgio Locatelli visit the Lazio region. (R) (T) 9.00 Sign Zone: See Hear. Author David M Sindall discusses his latest book. With voiceover. (T) 9.30 Live Winter Olympics. Coverage of the opening events on day 13 of the Games. (T) 2.00 Live Winter Olympics. The

women’s curling final. (T) 5.30 Live Winter Olympics. The concluding coverage of the 13th day of the Games in Russia. (T) 8.00 Winter Olympics: Today at the Games. Clare Balding looks back at events on day 13 of the Games, staged at venues across Sochi and Krasnaya Polyana in Russia. (T) 9.00 The Hairy Bikers’ Asian Adventure. Dave Myers and Si King continue their culinary journey by heading to Thailand, where they sample Bangkok’s street food, help serve school dinners and find out how rice is grown. (T) 10.00 Bible Hunters. Part two of two. The discovery of strange zodiacs, hymns to Egypt’s solar god and heretical Christian texts that threatened to shake the foundations of Christianity. (T) 11.00 QI. Stephen Fry is joined by Jack Dee, David Mitchell, Bill Bailey and regular panellist Alan Davies, asking them questions with an international theme. (R) (T) 11.30 Newsnight; (T) Weather. (T) 12.20 The Restaurant Man. (R) (T) 1.20 Sign Zone: See Hear. (R) (T) 1.50 Sign Zone: Britain Underwater: Panorama. (R) (T) 2.20 Sign Zone: The Tea Trail with Simon Reeve. (R) (T) 3.20 This Is BBC Two. (T) 5.00 BBC Learning Zone. (T) London 7.00 Daybreak. Stars of The Musketeers speak about the show. (T) 9.30 Lorraine. With Stephen Tompkinson and Lesley Joseph. (T) 10.25 The Jeremy Kyle Show. Guests air their differences. (R) (T) 11.30 This Morning. Sue Hill presents the latest crime facts and figures. (T) 1.30 Loose Women. Topical debate from a female perspective. (T) 2.30 ITV News and Weather. (T) 2.55 ITV News London; Weather. (T) 3.00 Dickinson’s Real Deal. From Bolton, Greater Manchester. (R) (T) 4.00 The Alan Titchmarsh Show. With regular contributors Myleene Klass and Richard Ward. (T) 4.59 ITV London Weather. (T)

5.00 Tipping Point. Quiz show, hosted by Ben Shephard. (T) 6.00 The Chase. Bradley Walsh presents as four contestants answer general knowledge questions and work as a team to take on ruthless quiz genius the Chaser and secure a cash prize. (R) (T) 7.00 ITV News London; Weather. (T) 7.15 ITV News and Weather. (T) 7.45 Emmerdale. Hour-long episode. Val kicks Eric out of the house following the revelation, Nicola’s date with Anton goes awry, and Brenda and Kerry get into trouble with the police. (T) 8.45 Live UEFA Europa League Football. Swansea City v Napoli (Kick-off 8.05pm). Coverage of the last-32 first-leg encounter at the Liberty Stadium, where the Swans are aiming to cause an upset. (T) 11.10 ITV News and Weather. (T) 11.40 ITV News London; Weather. (T) 11.45 FILM: The Invention of Lying (2009). In a world where everyone always tells the truth, a failed documentary writer becomes a huge success by learning how to lie. Comedy, starring Ricky Gervais and Jennifer Garner. (T) 1.35 Jackpot247. Interactive gaming. 4.00 The Jeremy Kyle Show USA. The host takes his successful talk show stateside. (R) (T) 4.45 ITV Nightscreen. Text-based information service.

6.05 The Jeremy Kyle Show. Guests air their differences. (R) (T) CHANNEL 4 7.25 Countdown. (R) (T) 8.10 Will & Grace. (R) (T) 8.35 Will & Grace. (R) (T) 9.00 Everybody Loves Raymond. (R) (T) 9.30 Everybody Loves Raymond. (R) (T) 10.00 Everybody Loves Raymond. (R) (T) 10.30 Frasier. (R) (T) 11.00 Frasier. (R) (T) 11.30 Frasier. (R) (T) 12.05 The Big Bang Theory. (R) (T) 12.35 The Big Bang Theory. (R) (T) 1.00 Channel 4 News Midday Summary. (T) 1.05 Come Dine with Me: Ireland. (R) (T) 1.35 Come Dine with Me: Ireland. (R) (T) 2.05 Come Dine with Me: Ireland. (R) (T) 2.35 Come Dine with Me: Ireland. (R) (T) 3.05 Come Dine with Me: Ireland. (R) (T) 3.40 Countdown. (T) 4.30 Deal or No Deal. (T) 5.30 Come Dine with Me. (T) 6.00 Coach Trip. The tourists arrive in Barcelona, Spain, where they are overwhelmed by the architectural majesty of Antoni Gaudi’s Sagrada Familia, and two more contestants face going home. (T) 6.30 Superstar Dogs: Countdown to Crufts. A Labrador, a parson russell terrier and a St Bernard-Newfoundland cross compete in a series of challenges along with their owners. (T) 7.00 The Simpsons. Bart saves the life of a sickly calf, but makes the mistake of giving it to a farm girl — whose father thinks it constitutes a marriage proposal. With the voice of Zooey Deschanel. (R) (T) 7.30 Hollyoaks. Finn faces a life-threatening situation, forcing John Paul to consider rescuing his attacker, while Dennis is left embarrassed by an incident with Dodger. (T) 8.00 Channel 4 News. (T) 9.00 Supersize vs Superskinny. A chocoholic swaps diets with an energy-drink addict and meets an overeater in America, while Emma Woolf investigates eating disorders among athletes and dancers. (T) 10.00 Big Ballet. The dancers spend every spare minute rehearsing as Wayne Sleep and Monica Loughman prepare for a performance of Swan Lake they hope will confound the critics. Last in the series. (T) 11.00 Bodyshockers: My Big Boob Hell. Katie Piper meets a woman who wants to reverse her breast enlargement surgery and a man preparing for an implant of a 3D skull beneath the surface of his skin. Last in the series. (T) 12.00 24 Hours in A&E. (R) (T) 1.00 One Born Every Minute. (R) (T) 2.00 Random Acts. (T) 2.05 First Dates. (R) (T) 3.00 A&E’s Missing Millions — Channel 4 Dispatches. (R) (T) 3.30 Benefits Street: The Last Word. (R) (T) 4.00 Scandimania. (R) (T) 4.55 Location, Location, Location. (R) (T) 5.50 Deal or No Deal. (R) (T) 6.45 Baking Mad with Eric Lanlard. (R) (T)

back together with Maddy, but Andy threatens to come between them when he spikes her drink. (R) (T) 7.30 NewsTalk Live. (T) 8.00 A Right Royal Scandal. Stories about the royal family that have made headlines around the world, including the death of Diana, Princess of Wales, in 1997. Narrated by Alistair Appleton; (T) 8.00 5 News Update. (T) 9.00 Henry VIII & Anne: The Lovers Who Changed History. Part one of two. Suzannah Lipscomb examines Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn’s volatile relationship, beginning with the seven-year courtship of the royal couple; (T) 9.00 5 News at 9. (T) 10.00 The Hotel Inspector. Alex Polizzi visits Eden Lodge B&B in the Cornish resort of Falmouth and is unimpressed by the decor in the bedrooms and the condition of the indoor swimming pool. (T) 11.00 Brain Hospital: Saving Lives. A 34-year-old man is kept conscious throughout surgery to remove a tumour and a 19-year-old woman undergoes rehabilitation after suffering a brain haemorrhage. (T) 12.00 My Face Is Eating Me Alive: Extraordinary People. (R) (T) 1.00 SuperCasino. 4.05 Holiday Love Rats Exposed. (R) (T) 5.00 House Doctor. (R) (T) 5.20 House Doctor. (R) (T) 5.45 Great Scientists. (R) (T) 6.10 Wildlife SOS. (R) (T) 6.35 Wildlife SOS. (R) (T)

Thursday 20th February, 2014 14.00 Non Stop Music 16.00 Shopping and Info 18.00 Celebrity Archive – with pianist Richard Clayderman. 18.05 Costa Blanca Life – (series) – Sometimes we forget just what a huge variety of events, people and places we have here on the Costa. 19.00 TVM (series) – Sit back and enjoy an hour of fantastic world music presented to you by Peter Taylor. 20.00 – 22.00 Local Information and Non Stop Music

Channel 5 7.00 Milkshake!: Bananas in Pyjamas. (R) (T) 7.10 Igam Ogam. (R) (T) 7.20 Fireman Sam. (R) (T) 7.35 The WotWots. (R) (T) 7.45 Peppa Pig. (R) (T) 7.50 Olly the Little White Van. (R) (T) 8.00 Little Princess. (R) (T) 8.10 Ben and Holly’s Little Kingdom. (R) (T) 8.20 The Mr Men Show. (R) (T) 8.35 Thomas & Friends. (R) (T) 8.50 Noddy in Toyland. (R) (T) 9.00 Fifi and the Flowertots. (R) (T) 9.15 Peppa Pig. (R) (T) 9.25 Peppa Pig. (R) (T) 9.35 Toby’s Travelling Circus. (R) (T) 9.45 Bananas in Pyjamas. (R) (T) 10.00 Tickety Toc. (R) (T) 10.15 The Wright Stuff. 12.10 Police Interceptors. (R) (T) 1.10 5 News Lunchtime. (T) 1.15 Ben Fogle: New Lives in the Wild. (R) (T) 2.15 Home and Away. (T) 2.45 Neighbours. (T) 3.15 NCIS. (R) (T) 4.15 FILM: Seduced by Lies (2010). Premiere. Thriller, starring Josie Davis. (T) 6.00 5 News at 5. (T) 6.30 Neighbours. Brad blames Mason for the abseiling accident after the doctor tells him it is unlikely Josh will ever swim competitively again. Brennan learns Kate is single and heartbroken. (R) (T) 7.00 Home and Away. Evelyn walks out of a party after Matt tries to kiss her, while Josh gets

Thursday, Thursday, 20th February, February, 2014 08:00 Breakfast News with Mark Nolan, 11:00 The Thursday Edition with Kevin Reardon, 14:00 Kick up the 80’s with Geoff Dorsett. 15:00 Nowt but the 90’s with Mike Brown. 17:00 The PBT Show. 19:00 Comedy: The Navy Lark - Celebrating an Anniversary 20:00 Drama: Forest Tales by Colin Haydn Evans 21:00 The Chillout Zone, 22:00 A Book at Bedtime - All Passion Spent - Episode 4 of 5 23:00 Classical Nights. 00:01 Exite Overnight.

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7.00 Breakfast. Headlines and business news. (T) 10.15 Wanted Down Under Revisited. A woman who moved with her family to Auckland, New Zealand. (R) (T) 11.00 Homes Under the Hammer. Properties in Leeds, Surrey and Cornwall. (R) (T) 12.00 The Sheriffs Are Coming. An enforcement officer attempts to claim back a man’s unpaid wages. (R) (T) 12.45 Saints and Scroungers. An individual who fraudulently claimed almost £100,000. (T) 1.15 Bargain Hunt. From Norfolk. (T) 2.00 BBC News; Weather. (T) 2.30 Regional News; Weather. (T) 2.45 Doctors. Chris treats a man who constantly hears music. (T) 3.15 Perfection. General knowledge quiz, hosted by Nick Knowles. (R) (T) 4.00 Escape to the Country. A rural home in Hampshire. (R) (T) 4.45 James Martin: Home Comforts. The chef turns his attention to TV dinners. (T)

5.30 Put Your Money Where Your Mouth Is. Jonty Hearnden and Christina Trevanion face the antiques showdown. Last in the series. (T) 6.15 Pointless. Quiz show. Presented by Alexander Armstrong and Richard Osman. (R) (T) 7.00 BBC News; Weather. (T) 7.30 Regional News Programmes; Weather. (T) 8.00 The One Show. Chris Evans and Fearne Cotton round off the week with celebrity guests and stories of interest to the UK. (T) 8.25 Room 101. Josh Widdicombe, Aled Jones and Sara Cox reveal their pet hates. Hosted by Frank Skinner. (T) 8.55 Live Six Nations Rugby Union. Wales v France (Kick-off 8.00pm). John Inverdale introduces coverage from the Millennium Stadium, where the third round of fixtures gets under way. 11.00 BBC News. (T) 11.25 Regional News; Weather; (T) National Lottery 11.35 The Graham Norton Show. Graham brings together another group of celebrity guests for a mix of light-hearted chat and music. (T) 12.25 Pound Shop Wars. Chris Edwards finds a rival store using the Poundworld name. (R) (T) 12.55 EastEnders. Omnibus. (T) 2.50 Weatherview. (T) 2.55 BBC News. The latest national and international stories. (T) BBC2 7.00 This Is BBC Two. (T) 7.20 Sign Zone: The Great Interior Design Challenge. (R) (T) 8.20 Sign Zone: Torvill & Dean: The

Perfect Day. The ice-dancing duo’s gold medal-winning performance at the 1984 Winter Olympics. (R) (T) 9.20 Lifeline. An appeal for funds on behalf of Womankind Worldwide. (R) (T) 9.30 Live Winter Olympics. The opening events on day 14 of the Games in Russia. (T) 1.00 Live Winter Olympics. Further coverage from Russia on day 14 of the Games. (T) 5.30 Live Winter Olympics. The final coverage of day 14 in Russia. (T) 8.00 Winter Olympics: Today at the Games. Clare Balding presents highlights from the 14th day of the Games in Russia, where seven more gold medals were decided at venues in Sochi and Krasnaya Polyana. (T) 9.00 Mastermind. Four more contestants take their place in the black chair, answering questions on the Grateful Dead, the novels of Wilkie Collins, the history of Bedlam and the English civil wars. (T) 9.30 An Island Parish. Rosie Guille organises a visit from artists to capture the beauty of the island and Karen Le Mouton faces the prospect of leaving to begin ordination training. Last in the series. (T) 10.00 Mock the Week Looks Back at Animals. A selection from the show’s archives on the theme of animals, with contributions by Frankie Boyle, Russell Howard, Micky Flanagan, David Mitchell, Adam Hills and Miles Jupp. (T) 10.30 QI. Sara Pascoe, Jack Whitehall and David Mitchell join regular panellist Alan Davies as host Stephen Fry asks unusual questions on the topic of knees and knockers. (R) (T) 11.00 Alan Davies Apres-Ski. The comedian and a panel of guests take an irreverent look at all the latest news and action from the Winter Olympics in Sochi as the event draws to a close. Last in the series. (T) 11.30 Newsnight. (T) 12.00 Weather. (T) 12.05 FILM: Synecdoche, New York (2008). Comedy drama, starring the late Philip Seymour Hoffman. (T) 2.05 Sign Zone: Question Time. (R) (T) 3.05 Sign Zone: Hidden Kingdoms. (R) (T) 4.05 This Is BBC Two. (T) London 7.00 Daybreak. Scott & Bailey star Lesley Sharp drops by. (T) 9.30 Lorraine. Entertainment and fashion news. (T) 10.25 The Jeremy Kyle Show. Guests air their differences. (T) 11.30 This Morning. Celebrity chat and lifestyle features. (T) 1.30 Loose Women. Panellists include Ruth Langsford and Sherrie Hewson. (T) 2.30 ITV News and Weather. (T) 2.55 ITV News London; Weather. (T) 3.00 Dickinson’s Real Deal. A Banksy print goes up for auction in Wolverhampton. (R) (T) 4.00 The Alan Titchmarsh Show. The host is joined by Nadia Sawalha and Helen McGinn. (T) 4.59 ITV London Weather. (T)

7.00 ITV News London; Weather. (T) 7.30 ITV News and Weather. (T) 8.00 Emmerdale. Kerry devises a plan to reunite Bob and Brenda, Val’s doctor recommends that she and Eric settle their differences and Jai meets a man who claims to have information about Rachel. (T) 8.30 Coronation Street. Marcus tries to resist temptation when he returns Todd’s mobile phone. Gloria decides it is time she moved on and urges Dennis to go with her, while Roy insists on opening the cafe. (T) 9.00 Student Nurses: Bedpans and Bandages. First-year student Kelly receives a shock, Aimee starts working on a stroke ward and father-oftwo TK tries to win the trust of a four-year-old patient. (T) 9.30 Coronation Street. Eileen becomes suspicious after encountering a stressed-out Marcus. Dennis tries to choose between Gloria and Rita, while Fiz worries as Roy cuts himself off from the outside world. (T) 10.00 Edge of Heaven. New series. Comedy drama set in a 1980s-themed B&B. Sofa salesman Alfie finds his life in turmoil after his fiancee Carly leaves him at the altar. Starring Blake Harrison. (T) 11.00 ITV News at Ten and Weather. (T) 11.30 ITV News London; Weather. (T) 11.35 The Americans. Philip and Elizabeth decide to separate, but the spies continue to work together to uncover the identity of a KGB official before he is attacked by the FBI. (R) (T) 12.40 The Chase. Quiz show, hosted by Bradley Walsh. (R) (T) 1.30 Jackpot247. Interactive gaming. 4.00 The Jeremy Kyle Show USA. The host takes his successful talk show stateside. (R) (T) 4.45 ITV Nightscreen. Text-based information service.

Endings. (T) 3.30 Franklin & Bash. (T) 4.15 Boss. (T) 5.10 Location, Location, Location. (R) (T) 6.05 Deal or No Deal. (R) (T) Channel 5 7.00 Milkshake!: Bananas in Pyjamas. (R) (T) 7.10 Igam Ogam. (R) (T) 7.25 Fireman Sam. (R) (T) 7.35 The WotWots. (R) (T) 7.45 Peppa Pig. (R) (T) 7.50 Olly the Little White Van. (R) (T) 8.00 Little Princess. (R) (T) 8.10 Ben and Holly’s Little Kingdom. (R) (T) 8.20 The Mr Men Show. (R) (T) 8.35 Thomas & Friends. (R) (T) 8.50 Noddy in Toyland. (R) (T) 9.00 Fifi and the Flowertots. (R) (T) 9.15 Peppa Pig. (R) (T) 9.25 Peppa Pig. (R) (T) 9.35 Toby’s Travelling Circus. (R) (T) 9.45 Bananas in Pyjamas. (R) (T) 10.00 Tickety Toc. (R) (T) 10.15 The Wright Stuff. 12.10 Police Interceptors. (R) (T) 1.10 5 News Lunchtime. (T) 1.15 Benidorm ER. (R) (T) 2.15 Home and Away. (T) 2.45 Neighbours. (T) 3.15 NCIS. (R) (T) 4.15 FILM: Recipe for Murder (2002). Mystery, starring Gary Basaraba. (T) 6.00 5 News at 5. (T) 6.30 Neighbours. Josh’s injury causes a rift between the Willis and Turner families, Brennan decides to stay in Erinsborough and Sheila persuades Georgia to let Kyle be part of the baby’s life. (R) (T) 7.00 Home and Away. Nate tries to persuade Ricky to tell Brax about her pregnancy, Maddy reports Andy to the police for spiking her drink, and Roo realises she needs to adjust to life without Harvey. (R) (T) 7.30 NewsTalk Live. (T) 8.00 World’s Fastest Train. Exploring four historic engineering breakthroughs that paved the way for France’s high-speed TGV, which has reached speeds of nearly 360mph in testing; (R) (T) 8.00 5 News Update. (T) 9.00 Ice Road Truckers. A trailer malfunction leaves Jack stranded during the biggest storm of the season, while Hugh and Rick make a risky journey across untested ice in Manitoba; (T) 9.00 5 News at 9. (T) 10.00 Ben Fogle: New Lives in the Wild. The adventurer travels to Central America to spend time with Englishman Ian Usher, who sold his belongings on eBay and bought an island off the coast of Panama. Last in the series. (T) 11.00 FILM: Navy Seals (1990). Action adventure, starring Charlie Sheen. (T) 1.15 SuperCasino. 4.05 Trauma Doctors. (R) (T) 5.00 House Doctor. (R) (T) 5.20 House Doctor. (R) (T) 5.45 Great Artists. (R) (T) 6.10 Wildlife SOS. (R) (T) 6.35 Wildlife SOS. (R) (T)

CHANNEL 4 7.15 Kirstie’s Handmade Treasures. (R) 7.25 Countdown. (R) (T) 8.10 Will & Grace. (R) (T) 8.35 Will & Grace. (R) (T) 9.00 Everybody Loves Raymond. (R) (T) 9.30 Everybody Loves Raymond. (R) (T) 10.00 Everybody Loves Raymond. (R) (T) 10.30 Frasier. (R) (T) 11.00 Frasier. (R) (T) 11.30 Frasier. (R) (T) 12.00 The Big Bang Theory. (R) (T) 12.30 The Big Bang Theory. (R) (T) 1.00 Channel 4 News Midday Summary. (T) 1.05 Celebrity Come Dine with Me: Ireland. (R) (T) 1.35 Celebrity Come Dine with Me: Ireland. (R) (T) 2.05 Celebrity Come Dine with Me: Ireland. (R) (T) 2.40 Celebrity Come Dine with Me: Ireland. (R) (T) 3.10 Celebrity Come Dine with Me: Ireland. (R) (T) 3.40 Countdown. (T) 4.30 Deal or No Deal. (T) 5.30 Come Dine with Me. (T) 6.00 Coach Trip. The coach pulls into Salou in Spain’s Catalonia region, and after a morning gutting fish for lunch, the group is taken to a pole-dancing class — before one couple are voted off. (T) 6.30 Superstar Dogs: Countdown to Crufts. Wendy and her springer spaniel Zebadee come up against Roz and her Nova Scotia duck tolling retriever Donald, along with Mark and his Labrador-cum-border terrier, Santia. (T) 7.00 The Simpsons. Lisa becomes a success at the Sundance Film Festival after she makes a revealing documentary about life with her family. (R) (T) 7.30 Hollyoaks. John Paul is faced with the dilemma of saving rapist Finn or letting him die. Meanwhile, Dennis’s situation goes from bad to worse, and Darren awaits his date with Leela. (T) 8.00 Channel 4 News. (T) 9.00 Extreme Dog Styling. Documentary exploring the extraordinary and competitive world of extreme dog grooming, following a British woman and her poodle as they enter a competition in Pennsylvania. (R) (T) 10.00 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown. Jimmy Carr hosts the comedy panel show’s version of the famous quiz, with team captains Sean Lock and Jon Richardson joined by guests James Corden and Jack Dee. (T) 11.00 The Last Leg. Adam Hills, Josh Widdicombe and Alex Brooker are joined by celebrity guests for a comic review of the past seven days and a look at the Sochi 2014 Winter Olympics. (T) 11.50 Brooklyn Nine-Nine. (T) 12.20 FILM: The Naked Gun 2 1/2: The Smell of Fear (1991). Slapstick comedy sequel, starring Leslie Nielsen. (T) 1.50 The Simpsons. (R) (T) 2.15 Random Acts. (T) 2.20 According to Jim. (T) 2.45 Happy Endings. (T) 3.10 Happy

Friday 21stFebruary, 2014 14.00 Non Stop Music 16.00 Shopping and Info 18.00 Celebrity Archive – Simon is joined by Rob Grant, TV comedy writer for Spitting Image and creator of Red Dwarf. 18.05 FAQ - Two more experts on Osteopathy and Car Care. 18.30 Let's Talk (series). – Simon talks with Phil Birtwistle and Emily Hullman. 19.00 Viva La Vida (series). – Featuring Joe Longthorne, Jay Markwick and Tony Kelly. 20.00 – 22.00 Local Information and Non Stop Music

Friday 21st February, February, 2014 08:00 Breakfast with Mark Nolan. 11:00 Friday Edition with Kevin Reardon. 14:00 Brit Rock with Dominic Forbes. 17:00 The PBT Show. 19:00 Comedy - Hancock: Hancock’s School 20:00 Drama - Paupers and Pig Killers - The Troubles of his life 21:00 The Chillout Zone 22:00 A Book at Bedtime - All Passion Spent - Episode 5 of 5 23:00 Classical Nights 00:01 Exite Overnight

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22nd february 7.00 Breakfast. News, sport and entertainment reports. (T) 11.00 Saturday Kitchen Live. With chefs Peter Weeden and Michael Caines. (T) 12.30 Food & Drink. Gennaro Contaldo creates an authentic lasagne. (R) (T) 1.00 BBC News; Regional News; Weather. (T) 1.15 Football Focus. Dan Walker and guests look ahead to the weekend’s action. (T) 2.00 Live Six Nations Rugby Union. Italy v Scotland (Kick-off 1.30pm). (T) 4.30 Live Six Nations Rugby Union. England v Ireland (Kick-off 4.00pm). (T)

6.55 BBC News; Regional News; Weather. (T) 7.15 Pointless Celebrities. A TV cooks special, with Rustie Lee, Antony Worrall Thompson, Theo Randall, Rachel Allen, Jean-Christophe Novelli, Paul Rankin, Aaron Craze and John Whaite. (R) 8.00 The Voice UK. The final round of blind auditions — the last chance for the remaining hopefuls to win a place on Kylie Minogue, Will.i.am, Tom Jones or Ricky Wilson’s teams. (T) 9.30 The National Lottery: Who Dares Wins. Nick Knowles hosts the game show in which two pairs of strangers list what they know about given subjects. Including the National Lottery draws with Gaby Roslin. Last in the series. (T) 10.20 Casualty. Fletch’s daughter runs away from home and lands herself in danger, while Robyn has to discover why a teenage girl is lying. (T) 11.10 BBC News; Weather. (T) 11.30 Match of the Day. Gary Lineker presents highlights of the latest Premier League clashes, including Chelsea v Everton at Stamford Bridge and Arsenal v Sunderland at the Emirates Stadium; (T) National Lottery Update. (T) 12.55 The Football League Show. Highlights of today’s games in the Championship, League One and League Two. (T) 2.15 Weatherview. (T) 2.20 BBC News. (T) BBC2 7.00 FILM: The Little Polar Bear 2: The Mysterious Island (2005). Animated adventure sequel, with the voice of Wesley Singerman. (T) 8.15 FILM: The Magic Box (1951). Biopic of cinema pioneer William Friese-Greene, starring Robert Donat. (T) 10.00 Live Winter Olympics. Coverage on the 15th and penultimate day of the Games. (T) 12.30 Escape to the Country. Jules Hudson helps a couple looking for a property in Cheshire. (R) (T) 1.00 Flog It! Trade Secrets. Advice on making money from antiques and collectibles. (R) (T) 1.30 Live Winter Olympics. Further coverage of the penultimate day of the Games in Russia. (T) 5.00 Live Winter Olympics. The men’s alpine skiing slalom. (T) 5.50 Final Score. A round-up of this afternoon’s football results. (T) 6.05 Live Winter Olympics. Further coverage on the 15th and penultimate day of the Games in Russia, featuring the men’s alpine skiing slalom at Rosa Khutor Alpine Resort in Krasnaya Polyana. (T) 6.35 Final Score. Mark Chapman presents a round-up of this afternoon’s results from the Premier League, Football League

and Scotland. (T) 7.00 Live Winter Olympics. The live coverage from Russia continues at the Sliding Centre Sanki in Krasnaya Polyana, with Clare Balding introducing the second run in the men’s four-man bobsleigh competition. Subsequent programmes subject to change. (T) 8.10 Winter Olympics: Today at the Games. Clare Balding presents highlights from the 15th and penultimate day of the Games in Russia, where seven more gold medals were decided at venues in Sochi and Krasnaya Polyana. (T) 9.00 Top Gear. Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond and James May demonstrate their love of small cars with a trip to Ukraine. James Blunt returns for another drive in the Reasonably Priced Car. (R) (T) 10.00 The Lost Portrait of Bonnie Prince Charlie: A Culture Show Special. Bendor Grosvenor tries to track down a missing painting of Charles Edward Stuart by artist Allan Ramsay in the hope of unravelling one of the greatest mysteries in British art. (T) 11.00 QI XL. Extended version of the quiz. Stephen Fry poses questions about people whose names begin with ‘J’ to Katy Brand, Sue Perkins, David Mitchell and Alan Davies. (T) 11.45 FILM: There Will Be Blood (2007). Historical drama, starring Daniel Day-Lewis. (T) 2.15 This Is BBC Two. (T) London 7.00 CITV: Dino Dan. The adventures of trainee palaeontologist Dan Henderson. (R) (T) 7.25 Matt Hatter Chronicles. Children’s animation. (R) (T) 7.45 Canimals. Fun for younger viewers. (R) (T) 7.55 Canimals. Fun for younger viewers. (R) (T) 8.00 Canimals. Fun for younger viewers. (R) (T) 8.10 Om Nom Stories. Tales for younger viewers. (R) (T) 8.15 Om Nom Stories. Tales for younger viewers. (R) (T) 8.20 Sooty. Crazy capers with the puppet pals. (R) (T) 8.30 Scrambled! Children’s fun. (T) 10.25 ITV News. (T) 10.30 Dinner Date. Mark from Bolton chooses three blind dates. (R) (T) 11.30 Murder, She Wrote. Jessica’s neighbour is shot dead. (R) (T) 12.30 ITV News and Weather; Weather. (T) 12.40 The Crocodile Hunter Diaries. Steve Irwin pays tribute to his staff. (R) (T) 1.10 The Jeremy Kyle Show USA. The host takes his successful talk show stateside. (T) 2.05 FILM: Casino Royale (1967). Spoof James Bond adventure, starring David Niven. (T) 4.35 Midsomer Murders. A choir member is killed before a competition. (R) (T)

6.35 ITV News London; Weather. (T) 6.45 ITV News and Weather. (T) 7.00 The Cube: Celebrity Special. Boxer David Haye and I’m a Celebrity 2013 winner Kian Egan set out to complete a series of fiendishly difficult challenges and win thousands for charity. Phillip Schofield presents. (T) 8.00 Ant & Dec’s Saturday Night Takeaway. New series. The Geordie duo return with the entertainment show. Eamonn Holmes and Ruth Langsford take part in I’m a Celebrity Get Out of Me Ear, and Michael Buble performs. (T) 9.20 Take Me Out. Mr Wales 2013, a semi-pro wrestler, a champagne importer and a cleaner try to impress the panel and win a date to the Isle of Fernandos. Paddy McGuinness hosts. Last in the series. (T) 10.50 The Jonathan Ross Show. The host subjects

another batch of celebrity guests to no-holdsbarred questioning. Plus, musical performances by A-list bands and solo artists. (T) 11.50 ITV News and Weather; Weather. (T)12.05 FILM: The Fast and the Furious: Tokyo Drift (2006). Motor-racing adventure, starring Lucas Black. (T) 2.00 Jackpot247. Interactive gaming. 4.00 In Plain Sight. Mary helps a former bank robber acclimatise to life outside prison. (R) (T) 4.45 ITV Nightscreen. CHANNEL 4 7.00 SuperScrimpers. (R) (T) 7.10 The Hoobs. (R) (T) 7.35 The Hoobs. (R) (T) 8.00 Trans World Sport. (T) 9.00 The Morning Line. (T) 10.00 Everybody Loves Raymond. (R) (T) 10.30 Frasier. (R) (T) 11.00 Frasier. (R) (T) 11.35 The Big Bang Theory. (R) (T) 12.00 The Big Bang Theory. (R) (T) 12.30 How I Met Your Mother. (T) 1.00 How I Met Your Mother. (T) 1.25 The Simpsons. (R) (T) 2.00 The Simpsons. (R) (T) 2.30 Channel 4 Racing. Live coverage from Kempton Park and Newcastle. (T) 5.10 Come Dine with Me. (R) (T) 5.40 Come Dine with Me. (R) (T) 6.10 Come Dine with Me. Serena Gilzean-Hughes hosts the penultimate dinner party in Derby, but an argument between Peter McManus and Gareth Walton threatens to ruin the evening. (R) (T) 6.40 Come Dine with Me. Peter McManus hosts the final dinner party in Derby, and is determined to prove to his guests how ‘real men’ cook before the winner of the £1,000 prize is announced. (R) (T) 7.15 Superstar Dogs: Countdown to Crufts. A German shepherd, a border collie and a Labrador-Staffie cross are joined by their owners to compete in a variety of challenges. Presented by John Barrowman. (T) 7.45 Channel 4 News. (T) 8.00 The Restoration Man. George Clarke follows a couple’s project to transform a derelict flint mill in Stone, Staffordshire, and uncovers the link between the building and the work of Josiah Wedgwood. (R) (T) 9.00 Walking Through History: North Norfolk. Tony Robinson travels along the north Norfolk coast, finding out how the area maintained its rural identity despite the industrial changes of the Victorian age. Last in the series. (T) 10.00 Hostages. Ellen sneaks away to meet a friend of her father who may be able to help her take Duncan down, unaware that the man has close family ties to her captor. (T) 10.55 FILM: Transporter 3 (2008). Action thriller sequel, starring Jason Statham. (T) 12.55 FILM: Cop Land (1997). Police thriller, starring Sylvester Stallone. (T) 2.45 Boss. (T) 3.45 One Minute Past Midnight. (R) (T) 3.55 One Born Every Minute. (R) (T) 4.55 Kirstie’s Handmade Treasures. (R) (T) 5.00 Hollyoaks. (R) (T) Channel 5 7.00 Milkshake!: Peppa Pig. (R) (T) 7.05 Olly the Little White Van. (R) (T) 7.10 Fifi and the Flowertots. (R) (T) 7.20 Bubble Guppies. (R) (T) 7.35 The Mr Men Show. (R) (T) 7.45 Chloe’s Closet. (R) (T) 7.55 Roobarb and Custard Too. (R) (T) 8.05 Bananas in Pyjamas. (R) (T) 8.20 Make Way for Noddy. (R) (T) 8.40 City of Friends. (R) (T) 8.55 Little Princess. (R) (T) 9.10 The Adventures of Bottle Top Bill and His Best Friend Corky. (R) (T) 9.25 Angelina Ballerina. (R) (T) 9.45 Rupert Bear. (R) (T) 10.00 Ben and Holly’s Little Kingdom. (R) (T) 10.15 Jelly Jamm. (R) (T) 10.30 LazyTown. (R) (T) 11.00 Access. 11.15 FILM: Paul Blart: Mall

Cop (2009). Comedy, starring Kevin James. (T) 1.00 FILM: Sabrina (1995). Romantic comedy remake, with Harrison Ford and Julia Ormond. (T) 3.25 Diagnosis Murder. (R) (T) 4.25 FILM: Columbo: A Bird in the Hand (1992). Crime drama, starring Peter Falk and Tyne Daly. (T) 6.20 FILM: Columbo: The Most Crucial Game (1972). The owner of an American football team is found dead in a swimming pool, and Columbo is convinced that foul play was involved. Detective drama, starring Peter Falk and Robert Culp. (T) 7.40 5 News Weekend. (T) 7.45 NCIS. A sailor’s body is discovered in a disused restaurant, and his death is initially ascribed to an accidental drug overdose — but Abby discovers evidence suggesting he was murdered. (R) (T) 8.30 NCIS. A nuclear power plant inspector suffers radiation poisoning, forcing the team to consider the possibility that a foreign power deliberately targeted him. 9.30 The NCIS Movie: Legend. Featurelength episode. The agents travel to LA to work with another NCIS team on an investigation that escalates into a high-priority case, and Tony begins to pry into Ziva’s life. 11.10 FILM: Nora Roberts’ Midnight Bayou (2009). Premiere. Supernatural romantic drama, starring Jerry O’Connell and Lauren Stamile. (T) 1.00 SuperCasino. 4.10 Benidorm ER. 5.00 Wildlife SOS. 5.25 Make It Big. 5.50 Funky Valley Show. 6.00 Angels of Jarm. 6.10 Hana’s Helpline. 6.20 Angels of Jarm. 6.30 Funky Valley Show.

Saturday 22nd February, 2014 14.00 Non Stop Music 16.00 Shopping and Info 18.00 Celebrity Archive – Simon is joined by Rob Grant, TV comedy writer for Spitting Image and creator of Red Dwarf. 18.05 FAQ - on Osteopathy and Car Care. 18.30 Let's Talk. – With Phil Birtwistle and Emily Hullman. 19.00 Viva La Vida (series). – Featuring Joe Longthorne, Jay Markwick and Tony Kelly. 20.00 – 22.00 Local Information and Non Stop Music

Saturday 22nd February 2014 09:00 Kick up the 80´s 10:00 Nowt but the 90´s 12:00 Back to the 70´s 14:00 Sport Zone with Kevin Reardon, incl Darts with Paul Durrant at 3pm and Results roundup at 6pm 19:00 The Live Lounge 21:00 Calder´s Confessions 23:00 Al Walser´s Weekly Top 20 00:00 Exite Overnight.

23rd february

7.00 Breakfast. News, sport and entertainment reports. (T) 8.30 Match of the Day. Including highlights of Chelsea v Everton. (R) (T) 10.00 The Andrew Marr Show. The week’s talking points. (T) 11.00 The Big Questions. From Wychwood School, Oxford. (T) 12.00 Saturday Kitchen Best Bites. Highlights of the series. (T) 1.15 MOTD2 Extra. With Mark Chapman and the Match of the Day team. (T) 2.00 BBC News; Weather. (T) 2.15 Bargain Hunt. Four teams compete in Derby. (R) (T) 3.15 The Indian Doctor. Prem, Emlyn and Owen are trapped underground. (R) (T) 3.55 Flog It! Trade Secrets. Advice on making money from antiques and collectibles. (R) (T) 4.30 Escape to the Country. A creative couple who want to relocate to the Cumbrian hills. (R) (T)

5.15 Deadly 60 on a Mission: Pole to Pole. New series. Steve Backshall searches for the world’s deadliest animals. (T) 5.45 Songs of Praise. A look forward to St David’s Day from Llandaff Cathedral, Wales. (T) 6.20 Pointless Celebrities. Featuring veteran Blue Peter hosts Peter Purves and John Noakes, former EastEnders stars Ricky Groves and Natalie Cassidy and Harry Potter actors Oliver and James Phelps. (R) (T) 7.10 BBC News; Regional News; Weather. (T) 7.30 Blandings. Clarence and Connie are horrified when their terrifying sister Charlotte arrives and threatens to take up permanent residence, so Freddie comes to the rescue. (T) 8.00 Countryfile. From the Isle of Portland off the Dorset coast, where Matt Baker explores its three lighthouses and Julia Bradbury visits the famous Portland Stone quarries. (T) 9.00 Call the Midwife. Shelagh has finally decided what she wants in life and Patsy works tirelessly to diagnose a docker’s unusual symptoms. (T) 10.00 The Musketeers. Porthos is sentenced to death for murder, then swiftly abducted by a gang from the slums, leaving the other Musketeers to infiltrate this dangerous district to find their friend. 11.00 BBC News; Regional News; Weather. (T) 11.25 Match of the Day 2. Mark Chapman reviews the day’s Premier League action. (T) 12.35 FILM: The Devil’s Double (2011). Premiere. Fact-based drama, starring Dominic Cooper. (T) 2.15 Weatherview. (T) 2.20 BBC News. (T) BBC2 7.00 FILM: Bachelor Knight (1947). Romantic comedy, starring Cary Grant and the late Shirley Temple. (T) (bw) 8.30 Monty Don’s Italian Gardens. Visiting some of Italy’s most impressive gardens. (R) (T) 9.30 Countryfile. A visit to a Help for Heroes recovery centre in Wiltshire. (R) (T) 10.30 Live Winter Olympics. Coverage of the final day of the Games in Russia. (T) 3.30 Live Winter Olympics. A look back at the 22nd staging of the Winter

Olympics. (T) 5.00 Live Winter Olympics Closing Ceremony. The 22nd Winter Olympics are officially brought to a close. (T) 8.00 Hunt vs Lauda: F1’s Greatest Racing Rivals. Documentary using archive footage and interviews with key players to chart the battle between Britain’s James Hunt and Austria’s Niki Lauda for the 1976 world drivers’ championship. (R) (T) 9.00 Top Gear. Motoring magazine, featuring test drives of the latest models. Presented by Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond and James May. (T) 10.00 Dragons’ Den. Aspiring entrepreneurs pitch ideas including a glow-in-the-dark sportswear brand, a uniquely shaped energy-saving device and a confidence-building children’s toy. (T) 11.00 Alan Davies Apres-Ski. The comedian and a panel of guests take an irreverent look at all the news and action from the Winter Olympics in Sochi, which drew to a close this afternoon. Last in the series. (R) (T) 11.30 Line of Duty. (R) (T) 12.30 FILM: Of Time and the City (2008). Documentary examining the history of Liverpool. (T) 1.45 FILM: Silkwood (1983). Factbased drama, starring Meryl Streep. (T) 3.50 Sign Zone: Countryfile. A visit to a Help for Heroes recovery centre in Wiltshire. (R) (T) 4.45 Sign Zone: Holby City. (R) (T) 5.45 This Is BBC Two. (T) London 7.00 CITV: Dino Dan. The adventures of trainee palaeontologist Dan Henderson. (R) (T) 7.10 Dino Dan. The adventures of trainee palaeontologist Dan Henderson. (R) (T) 7.25 Matt Hatter Chronicles. Children’s animation. (R) (T) 7.45 Canimals. Fun for younger viewers. (R) (T) 7.55 Canimals. Fun for younger viewers. (R) (T) 8.00 Canimals. Fun for younger viewers. (R) (T) 8.10 Om Nom Stories. Tales for younger viewers. (R) (T) 8.15 Om Nom Stories. Tales for younger viewers. (R) (T) 8.20 Sooty. Crazy capers with the puppet pals. (R) (T) 8.30 Scrambled! Fun for the young. (T) 10.25 Murder, She Wrote. A computer expert dies suddenly. (R) (T) 11.20 Dickinson’s Real Deal. From Watford, Hertfordshire. (R) (T) 12.20 ITV News and Weather; Weather. (T) 12.30 Countrywise. Series exploring the UK’s countryside. (T) 12.45 Inside the National Trust. Michael Buerk visits a Second World War extravaganza. Last in the series. (T) 1.45 FILM: Evil Under the Sun (1982). Mystery, starring Peter Ustinov. (T) 4.00 FILM: On Her Majesty’s Secret Service (1969). James Bond adventure, starring George Lazenby. (T)

6.50 ITV News London; Weather. (T) 7.00 ITV News and Weather. (T) 7.15 Dancing on Ice. With only five stars left in the competition, the pressure increases tonight as they must all skate twice, including a routine without the support of their professional partners. The results are at 8.30pm. (T) 8.45 All Star Family Fortunes. McFly bassist Dougie Poynter and 1980s pop star Sinitta team up with their families in an attempt to win a jackpot of £30,000 for charity. Game show, hosted by Vernon Kay. (T) 9.30 Dancing on Ice: The Skate Off. The two skaters who gained the least support from the public earlier tonight attempt to show they deserve a place in the semi-final — but the judges can save only one of them. (T)

10.00 Mr Selfridge. Harry organises a patriotic concert to raise money for the troops, and having offered to help the government, receives orders to leave London on a secret mission to Berlin. (T) 11.00 ITV News at Ten and Weather; Weather. (T) 11.15 It’ll Be Alright on the Night. Griff Rhys Jones presents a collection of TV bloopers, featuring moments from Coronation Street, Emmerdale and Dancing on Ice, as well as royal clangers. (R) (T) 12.15 Premiership Rugby Union. Action from the 15th round of top-flight fixtures. 1.15 The Store. Home shopping. 3.15 The Jeremy Kyle Show USA. The host takes his successful talk show stateside. (R) (T) 4.00 The Jeremy Kyle Show USA. The host takes his successful talk show stateside. (R) (T) 4.45 ITV Nightscreen. Text-based information service. 6.05 The Jeremy Kyle Show. Guests air their differences. (R) (T) CHANNEL 4 7.10 The Hoobs. (R) (T) 7.35 The Hoobs. (R) (T) 8.05 Freesports on 4. (T) 8.30 Arenacross. (T) 9.00 Frasier. (R) (T) 9.25 The Taste. (R) (T) 10.30 Sunday Brunch. (T) 1.30 The Big Bang Theory. (R) (T) 2.00 The Big Bang Theory. (R) (T) 2.30 How I Met Your Mother. (T) 2.55 How I Met Your Mother. (T) 3.25 The Simpsons. (R) (T) 4.00 The Simpsons. (R) (T) 4.30 Jamie and Jimmy’s Friday Night Feast. (R) (T) 5.30 Deal or No Deal. (T) 6.35 FILM: The Devil Wears Prada (2006). A magazine editor’s unforgiving personality and outrageous demands make her trainee assistant’s life a nightmare. Comedy drama, starring Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway and Emily Blunt. Edited for language. (T) 8.40 Channel 4 News. (T) 9.00 The Edwardian Grand Designer: A Time Team Special. Tony Robinson goes behind the scenes of the National Trust’s £11million restoration of Castle Drogo in Devon and finds out about the life and work of its architect Edwin Lutyens. (T) 10.00 FILM: Bridesmaids (2011). Premiere. A disorganised woman takes charge of her best friend’s bridal party, but finds she has a rival in the wife of the groom’s boss. Comedy, with Kristen Wiig and Rose Byrne. (T) 12.25 FILM: Sex and the City (2008). Comedy, starring Sarah Jessica Parker. (T) 2.55 Boss. Kane takes a break from City Hall. (T) 3.55 One Born Every Minute. (R) (T) 4.55 Location, Location, Location. (R) (T) 5.50 Supernanny US. (R) (T) 6.30 Deal or No Deal. (R) (T) Channel 5 7.00 Milkshake!: Peppa Pig. (R) (T) 7.05 Roary the Racing Car. (R) (T) 7.15 Fifi and the Flowertots. (R) (T) 7.25 Bubble Guppies. (R) (T) 7.35 The Mr Men Show. (R) (T) 7.50 Chloe’s Closet. (R) (T) 8.00 Roobarb and Custard Too. (R) (T) 8.10 Bananas in Pyjamas. (R) (T) 8.25 Make Way for Noddy. (R) (T) 8.35 Bert and Ernie’s Great Adventures. (R) (T) 8.40 City of Friends. (R) (T) 8.55 Little Princess. (R) (T) 9.05 Olly the Little White Van. (R) (T) 9.10 The Adventures of Bottle Top Bill and His Best Friend Corky. (R) (T) 9.25 Angelina Ballerina. (R) (T) 9.40 Rupert Bear. (R) (T) 9.55 Ben and Holly’s Little Kingdom. (R) (T) 10.15 Jelly Jamm.

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Sunday 23rd February, 2014 14.00 Non Stop Music 16.00 Shopping and Info 18.00 Celebrity Archive – TV Scriptwriter Phil Redmond 18.05 Speekee TV - Fun Spanish lessons - El Classe 18.15 Out & About in Torrevieja – the Delfin Submarine in the port of Torrevieja. 18.30 The Passion- A short story featuring Raquel Peña. 19.00 Let's Talk- Simon is with local performers. 19.30 Viva Vino – Wine expert & tour guide Colin Harkness introduces fabulous wines and glorious vineyards in Spain. 20.00 – 22.00 Local Information and Non Stop Music

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PILAR DE LA HORADADA. 2 Bed 2 bath townhouse in quiet cul-de-sac location. Modern, comfortable furnishings, English TV, communal pool, short walk to town 425 eur inc. bills. Legal contracts provided 966 772 553. (89769) LO CRISPIN large 3 bed 2 bath quad house, sat TV, good sized separate kitchen with storage off and exterior patio. Communal pool 495 euro inc. bills. Legal contracts provided 966 772 553 (88760)

Do you want to sell your property fast? If so contact us on telephone 0044 7749 388 999 or email rmcnamarab@aol.com We are cash buyers looking for any properties in the Costa Blanca South 2 bed, 2 bath townhouse, furnished with air con. In the much sought after Zenia Golf II, which is within walking distance to all of La Zenia amenities and a short walk to the beach.149,950 euros For further information on this property please call 968 971 860. (91768) 3 bed, 2 bath semi-detached townhouse in the heart of La Zenia. Only 1000 metres to the beach. Fully furnished with air-conditioning. Within immediate walking distance to the many amenities offered in La Zenia. These properties are much sought after and offer excellent rental potential 179,950 Euro. Call +34 968 971 860. (91773) 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom Marbella bungalow, situated in the San Jose development in Cabo Roig. Excellent links to the N-332, the AP7 motorway, La Zenia Boulevard Shopping Centre and close to all amenities. Close to local Church and just a few minutes walk to sandy beaches. The property is furnished, alarmed and includes air-conditioning and satelite TV. 89,500 Euro. Call 968 971 860. (91819) Two Bedroom, one bathroom duplex apartment with patio and off road parking. Fully furnished, SAT TV and air con throughout. The property is within walking distance to all amenities and the beach. 114,950 euros Call 968 971 860 for more information (91820) Brand new 3 bed, 2 bath penthouse apartment in the bustling town of Los Montesinos. With magnificent panoramic views over the salt lakes. Private roof top solarium and optional underground parking. 89,950 Euro. Call 96 897 1860. (91779)

Beautiful and modern Hair & Beauty Salon located in San Miguel de Salinas, in a busy area, close to the post office and the San Miguel School. 125 square meters, full kitchen / galeria, additional beauty room for treatments, and a bathroom. All hair dressing tools and furniture included, in excellent conditions. Great oportunity commercial unit for any business due to location and size. (109550) LA MANGA - Immaculate 2 bed, 2 bath apartment. Fully-furnished. Close to beaches and Veneziola Golf. 2nd floor. Reduced for quick sale. 125.500 Euro. Tel 626 253 569. (90187) Situated in Los Altos is this lovely three bed, two bath townhouse has sea views. A newly fitted kitchen and open lounge. Air con and communal pool area. 92,500 Euro. Call 96 897 1860. (91882) Three bed, two bath town house in lovely quiet location but only 600 metres to La Zenia beach. Stunning views of La Zenia bay. Fully furnished with SAT TV, off road parking and communal pool. 149,950 euros. Call 96 897 1860 for details. (91877) Beautiful Town House (corner plot), 3 bed, 2 Bath, situated in Conjunto Residencial Valencia, surrounded by green areas, comm. pools, tennis court and security guard. well manteined and recently fully furnished. Garden in front, side and back of the property.Close to Villamartin Golf Course. For viewing please call 96-673-00-57. (109101) Beautiful Semi detached villa located in Torreta Florida, 3 bed, 2 bath,garage, large plot, lovely garden area, fully furnished and walking distance to Torrevieja city. Must view tel. 966-73-0057. (109105) This outstanding detached property in Quesada with itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s own privet pool and beautiful surroundings. On the market for 249,500 Euro with 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms is one of the best buys you will find. Tel 96 897 1860. (101566)

This classic bungalow, 2 bedroom, 2 Bathroom with huge terraces, very spacious rooms and bedrooms is a BARGAIN. On the market at only 160.500 Euros, the owner is selling the property with all furniture and contents included. Viewing essential! For further information, please call +34 96 897 1860. (101564) A modern and spacious townhouse in the beautiful and historic village of Jacarilla. The townhouse has 3 bedrooms 2 bathrooms and a modern lounge. The villa has a bright yet spacious kitchen with plenty of storage space. To be sold unfurnished. 109,950 Euros CALL 968 971 860 (101552) A large Emerald Isle semi detached property which also has the benefit of 2 beautiful conservatories. The property boasts 2 beds and 2 baths, lounge, kitchen and an integral garage which also acts as a great storage area. There is also a large solarium area which has sea views and benefits from the morning sun. Well worth viewing. 109500 Euros. CALL 968 971 860 (101554) A 1 bedroom 1 bath lakeside semi detached house in the heart of San Luis. An opportunity to have a house in the sun which is close to all the amenities and close proximity to the famous Salt lakes which are renowned for their health benefits. This property has the potential to build 2 additional large bedrooms on the upper floor. 57,950 Euros CALL 968 971 860 (101556) This beautiful and spacious 3 bed 2 bath bungalow has recently become available. It is situated on the outskirts of Los Montesinos in a quaint Spanish village of La Herrada. Communal Pool and garden area. To be sold fully furnished. CALL 968 971 860 (101551) 2 / 3 bed, 2 bath townhouse. In immmaculate condition with walk-in wardrobe, A/C, sat TV, wood burner in the lounge. Walking distance to La Fuente CC, Mercadona and to two golf

courses. EUR 105.750. Tel. 96 897 1860. (100820) 2 bed, 2 bath townhouse in the Golden Zenia development. Fully furnished. Excellent condition. Sat TV, internet and telephone. Walking distance to all of the La Zenia amenities and the beach. Lovely communal pool. Just 124.950 Euro. Tel 96 897 1860. (100822) 3 bed, 3 bath detached townhouse in gated urbanisation. Key ready with fitted kitchen and preinstalled A/C. Underground parking, lovely communal pool area. In the heart of La Zenia, close to all amenities and the beach. EUR 134,500. Tel. 96 897 1860. (100811) This beautiful 4 bedroom, 2 bath semi-detached villa is situated in a private gated community in the heart of La Zenia. The villa has the use of a communal pool and private parking. 15 minutes walk to the golden sands of La Zenia and close to all the amenities in the area including the new La Zenia Boulevard. EUR 175.000. Tel. 96 897 1860. (101537) Amazing opportunity! Detached villa, 5 Bed, 4 bath, 2 kitchens, super large rooms, 385 mt2 in 215 mt2 plot, ideal to have your own business in the property, all fully furnished to a high standard, garage underbuild, storage room, party room, hair dresser room with equipment, enormous roof ideal for a chill out area. Price has incredibly reduced for a quick sale! 230.000 Euros. Contact for viewing: 96-673-0057. (139990) Well maintained detached property in El Galan. 3 bed, 2 bathroom. Call 96 897 1860 for further details. (101578) Beautiful property just behind the Villamartin Golf Course, very well mantained, 3 bed, 2 Bath, large patios and solarium, sunny all day, jacuzzy in front garden, open views, storage area, lovely community swimming-pool. Walking distance to Villamartin Plaza. Must view, please call 96673-00-57 (109129)

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This 2 bedroom, 4th floor apartment is located in the heart of Torrevieja in Calle Bella Antonia, close to the Plaza de Habana. There is a communal swimming pool which makes the property ideal for renting both long and short-term. This Torrevieja apartment is close to shops, bars and many other services. For further details, please call 0034 96 897 1860. (140806) These frontline 1,2 and 3 Bedroom apartments start from 106,000 euros, finished to a very high standard with all modern appliances.Incredible views across the beautiful Mar Menor and only 30 metres from the beach.These properties are only a short walk into the heart of Los Alcazares an old style Spanish seaside town.Within minutes of several top quality golf courses.call 968 971 860 for more information of this fantastic opportunity to purchase front line!!! (100861) Beautiful 3 bed, 2 bath semidetached villa in Blue Lagoon. Lovely furniture and well maintained. Large plot, satellite TV, internet, security grills, central heating. This property has a communal pool and is just a short walk to local schools, bars, and restaurants. To view, please call +34 96 897 1860. (102363) This 2 bed, 2 bath South-East facing bungalow comes with private driveway and side garden. It has a front patio area and a private solarium. It has marble floors throughout, a fireplace, air-conditioning, and comes fully furnished. The property is in a secure, gated urbanisation and enjoys the benefit of a communal pool. It is close to all the local amenities of Playa Flamenca. EUR 125.000. For further details, please call +34 96 897 1860. (102359) This detached villa is situated in Blue Lagoon. It has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms and comes fully furnished. It has a glazed in conservatory, private solarium, and off-road parking, as well as ample storage areas. It is on a 250m2 plot. EUR 149.500. For further details, please call +34 96 897 1860. (102360) This 2 bed, 2 bath property is located in La Cinuelica, Los Altos. It is a top-floor corner apartment with private pool, BBQ, and patio area. The property comes fully furnished with an underground parking space with storage unit. It has integrated air-conditioning throughout. There is a utility room, front terrace, and large private solarium with sea views. There is also a communal pool. The property is located close to all the local amenities of Punta Prima. EUR 125.000. For

further details please call +34 96 897 1860. (102358) This well-maintained 2 bed, 2 bath top-floor duplex is located just a few minutes from local amenities and the Los Dolses school. For further details, please call +34 96 897 1860. (102354) This property is located in the vibrant urbanisation of Entre Naranjos, home of the fabulous Vistabella Golf Course. It has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The property is very well-maintained and comes fully furnished. It is just a short walk to amenities. There is a communal pool which enjoys all year round sunshine. For further details, please call +34 96 897 1860 for details. (102351) This three bed, 2 bath property is a fantastic semi-detached quad villa located in Lo Marab√∫, Ciudad Quesada. It has a goodsized living / dining dining room, independent kitchen, utility room, garden, a large terrace, solarium and parking space. It is sold with high quality furniture and white goods. The built area of the property is around 100m2. The property is tiled on the outside with some areas covered with artificial grass. There is also ample space for off-road parking. The property is South-facing and benefits from all day sunshine. This property is located on a community which has a very large communal swimming pool. The house is located only few minutes walking distance from the supermarkets “Lidl”, “Consum”, restaurants and bars and at just EUR 119.995 this is an opportunity which should not be missed! For further details or to arrange a viewing, please call 0034 96 897 1860. (140826) This well-maintained studio apartment is situated in Playa de Los Locos in Torrevieja on the front line with stunning views of the Mediterranean Sea. It comes fully furnished with white goods and is priced for a quick sale at EUR 48.995,00. For further details or to arrange an immediate viewing, please call 0034 637 227 385. (140824) This 3 bed, 2 bath property in Do√±a Pepa is an amazing opportunity. It has recently been reduced to just EUR 119.950,00 from EURO 170.000,00. The built area of this luxury Spanish property in a quiet residential area with communal swimming pool and green surroundings is 100m. It is finished to a high standard and all furniture and white goods are included. The property is located on a wellmaintained urbanisation which is in close proximity to restaurants, supermarkets, coffee shops, a medical centre, a luxury hotel, and schools. The property has an independent kitchen and sufficient storage space. Hot and cold air-conditioning is included. For further details, please call 0034 637 227 385. (140825) This 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom apartment is located in the heart of Los Montesinos close to all essential amenities such as shops, bars, restaurants, local secondary school, and medical centre. It is a top-floor apartment which is accessible by lift. Two of the bed-

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Monday, 17th February, 2014 rooms have double beds, one has bunk beds, and one is currently used as an office. The balcony enjoys sun for most of the day and the upstairs solarium has spectacular views of the Mediterranean Sea and Torrevieja Salt Lakes. There is a roof-top swimming pool and recreation area which offers privacy and benefits from all day sunshine. The property was built in 2004. It has both English and Spanish television, telephone, internet, security, and disabled access. The total size of the apartment is 120m2. It is South-East facing and underground off-road parking is available. All four bedrooms are a good size. The kitchen is completely independent of the lounge and has an enclosed utility area. The property is sold part-furnished with all white goods included. This property represents good value for money at just EUR 94.995. For further details, please call 0034 637 227 385. (140823) This apartment in Torrevieja is located on the 4th floor. It has a total built area of 66m2 and is configured as a top-floor duplex on two floors. On the ground floor there is an open-planned kitchen together with a lounge / living area and balcony. Upstairs there are two bedrooms and a bathroom. Both bedrooms have air-conditioning. The apartment block is close to the sea, Paseo Maritimo, and all local amenities such as bars, rstaurants, pharmacies, supermarkets, and health centre. For further details or to arrange a viewing, please call 0034 637 227 385. (140822) This apartment in Torrevieja has a total built area of 53,65m2. There are two bedrooms and one bathroom. The property is in good condition and has recently been reduced to EUR 44.950,00 for a quick sale. There is an Americanstyle kitchen which leads into the main living / dining room area. The community has use of a swimming pool and the building is equipped with a lift. The property is sold without any furniture. For further details or to arrange a viewing, please call 0034 637 227 385. (140821) This 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment is located in the beautiful seaside town of Torrevieja. It has an American kitchen which leads into a dining / living room area. The apartment has a built area of around 65sqm and it is less than 100m from the beach and the centre of Torrevieja. The property has been recently reformed and it is fully equipped and ready to move in immediately. The price has been reduced to just EUR 44.900 for a quick sale. For further details, please call 0034 637 227 385. (140820) These beautiful apartments in Spain have stunning sea views and are situated on a championship golf course on the Southern Costa Blanca. Just 5 minutes from sandy beaches these properties are built to a good standard with marble floors. They have underfloor heating and hot and cold ducted air-conditioning. They have two bedrooms and two bathrooms and fully-fitted open plan

kitchens. There is a communal swimming pool for the residents as well as superb sporting facilities just on the doorstep. Close to local amenities including the school, bars, restaurants, banks, and pharmacies. For further details, please call 0034 637 227 385. (140818) This detached Spanish property for sale in Benimar is in immaculate condition. It has had one owner since it was newly built in 2003. The property is configured with 2 bedrooms but there is space to have a third bedroom on the ground floor. There are two bathrooms; the downstairs bathroom is fitted with a bath and the upstairs en-suite bathroom is fitted with a walk-in shower. The property is very tastefully decorated with and is sold fully furnished. There is hot and cold air conditioning throughout the property and each of the rooms has at least one wall panel radiator. At the back of the property there is an 8m x 4m swimming pool. This fabulous property has an upstairs terrace which enjoys all day sun and has stunning views of the mountains. Must be seen. This property is priced to sell at EUR 164.950. For further details, please call 0034 637 227 385. (140817) Well-maintained 2 bed, 1 bath 4th floor apartment in Torrevieja. Just 5 minutes walk to the centre and 7 minutes to the marina and sandy beaches. The entrance to this building is clean and tidy and there is a lift to the fourth floor. The master bedroom has a builtin wardrobe. There is a fair-sized lounge which leads to the kitchen and a small balcony area. From the balcony there are stunning views of the salt lakes. For further details, please call 0034 96 897 1860. (140816) This spacious and fully-furnished three bedroom apartment is located in a convenient position in Torrevieja. This Spanish property has a good-sized living room, a fitted kitchen, a bathroom, and a balcony with view to the street. The property is close to all amenities and would make a great permanent home or an excellent investment opportunity. It is just 40 minutes from Alicante Airport and 20 minutes from San Javier - Murcia Airport. Close to local bars and restaurants and just 1 Km from beautiful sandy beaches. For further details, please call 0034 96 897 1860. (140812)

Amazing 4 bed, 3 bath top floor apartment, sea views of the beautiful La Zenia Beach, 280 mt2 property, 30 mt2 Terrace, private solarium upstairs (as big as the property), lovely commu. pool with artificial grass, great opportunity for investment or permanent living. A few meters from the beach and all amenities. Price: 298.700 Euros. Call 96673-00-57. (139984) Great apartment in the city of Torrevieja,in Calle San Miguel de Salinas, 3 bed, 1 bath, large rooms to the exterior, brand new wood floor, new kitchen, a lot of light, hydromassage bath, 2 balconies, second line from Acequion beach. You cannot miss this opportunity, price: 73.200 euro, for viewings please call 96 673 0057. (139977) Amazing oportunity! Torrevieja, 3 bed, 2 bath apartment, security door, indep. kitchen, oak wook carpentry finish, large dinning area, terrace, close to all amenities and the Marina. Price: 50.000 Euros!, call Tel. 96-6730057. (139976) Torrevieja, apartment in the centre, Calle Caballero de Rodas, 2 bed, 1 bath, short walking distance to the beach and all the services. Built in 1998, 69m2 Price: 60.000 euro. For viewing please contact: 96-673-00-57. (139972) Beautiful ground floor apartment in Playa Flamenca, 2 bed 2 bath in a gated community. Tropical gardens and lovely swimming pool area, tennis court, basket court & children play area. Air cond. in all rooms, 127 m2 terrace, interrior m2: 87m2. Fully furnished. Price: 125.000 Euros. To view please call: 96-673-0057. (139970) 3 bed, 2 bath detached villa on 300m2 private plot. Fully furnished with salt lake and sea views from the large roof solarium. Includes air-conditioning, sat TV and open fire. Large private pool. Situated in a lovely gated community and near to all amenities. 185.000 Euro. Call 968 971 860 for details. (101131) This 2 bed 2 bath ground floor duplex in lovely condition. Furnished . A/Con. Sat TV. Very large corner plot with beautiful established gardens. Includes a hot tub. One of the nicest apartments in the area. Call 96 897 1860. (101132) 3 bed, 2 bath detached key-ready villa on private plot. Within walking distance of Los Montesinos town and all amenities. Reduced from 215,000 Euro for quick sale. Interior build size of 100m2. 125,000 Euro. Call 968 971 860. (101134) Two bed, one bath South-facing duplex in Playa Flamenca. The property comes fully furnished

and has off-road parking. It is located within easy reach of all local amenities. Tel 96 897 1860 (101156) Two bed, one bath first floor apartment in La Zenia. Fully furnished, sat TV, off-road parking, and beautiful views of the communal pool and the Med. The property is in a perfect location for walking to the beach and the new La Zenia Boulevard shopping precinct.Reduced price for quick sale!: 80.000 Euros. Tel 96 897 1860. (101159) 2 bed, 1 1/2 bath Battenburg townhouse situated in Bosque de Las Lomas, Villamartin. The property comes furnished with Sat TV. Close to all amenities and use of 2 communal pools. Situated between 4 Championship golf courses. Best priced Battenburg in the area. 76,750 euro. Call 968 971 860. (101172) This is a south-facing quad house, 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, fullyfurnished, with A/Con and Sat TV. Magnificent sea views from the roof solarium and the property is walking distance to the beach and Cabo Roig Strip. Communal pool. This is a fantastic example of this type of property. 124,950 Euro. Call 968 971 860 for details. (101474) South facing top floor duplex. 3 bed, 2 bath. Air-con, sat TV, furnished. Gated community in the heart of La Zenia. Close to amenties and beach. Communal pool. 106,500 Euro. Tel 968 971 860. (101483) This 3 bed, 2 bath house is between the lovely village of San Miguel de Salinas and Torremendo. Quiet urbanisation. Separate kitchen and utility room. A/C, garage and partly-completed underbuild. Front and rear garden and a large solarium with lake and mountain views. Tel 96 897 1860. (101490) This top floor duplex, with 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, is on the edge of Playa Flamenca,so is close to all amenities and the new Shopping Centre. It is fully furnished in light, bright colours and has Sat TV. It is south-west facing with a terrace. There is access to 2 communal pools and amazing sea views from the large solarium. 79,950 euros. Call 968 971 860. (101502) Detached villa on a 400m2 plot with 275m2 build. In the heart of Blue Lagoon. Close to all amenities. 4 beds (3 double, 1 single), 2 baths, (2 beds and 1 bath in the self-contained unit, along with a living and dining area, on the top floor). Closed in conservatory, C/H, sat TV, two terraces, swimming pool, garage, underbuild and utility room. Stunning sea views. 195,000 Euro. Call 968 971 860. (101503)

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End of terrace 2 storey semidetatched house in the heart of La Zenia. Lovely gated community with a well maintained pool area. It has 2 beds, 1 1/2 bathrooms, a kitchen with utility room and a balcony off one of the bedrooms. It has a small front and side garden and an allocated car parking space. It will be sold semi-furnished. This property would make an excellent rental investment. 125,000 euros. Call 968 971 860. (101508) This traditional bungalow is on a quiet lane in the Montezenia area of La Zenia and has 4 double bedrooms, a bathroom, a small, rustic kitchen, living room, a south facing terrace (with storage) and a solarium with sea views. There would be room for a pool in the large area at the front of the property. Low community fees.Reduced price!. Call 968 971 860 (101510) This south facing detatched Villa is in a quiet community between the traditional Spanish villages of San Miguel de Salinas and Torremendo. It has a private pool and garage, alarm system, an open fire place in the lounge, 3 bedrooms (the master is ensuite), 2 bathrooms in total, panel radiators in all rooms, 2 terraces plus a

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roof Solarium with lovely lake views. 179,950 euros. Call 667 592 467 or 968 971 860. (101513) This beautiful detached property with 4 Bedrooms and 3 Bathrooms, currently on the market for 172,500Euros with a complete under build. This property is defiantly worth a viewing. Tel 968971860 (101563) Top floor duplex apartment in the heart of Playa Flamenca. Close to all amenities and the new Commercial Centre. 2 bed, 1 bath, A/C, sat TV and open kitchen. Sold furnished. Large solarium with sea views, shaded terrace and front garden. Access to a communal pool. 92,500 Euro. Call 96 897 1860. (101524) Lovely 3 bed, 1 1/2 bath townhouse. Access to a communal pool. Large front patio / terrace and roof solarium. Sold furnished. A/C, sat TV and lots of storage. 5 minutes walk to local amenities. On a bus route and 10 minutes walk to Santiago de la Ribera beach and the Mar Menor. Close to San Javier airport. 125,950 Euro. Call 968 971 860. (101525) Lovely 2 bed, 2 bath ground floor corner apartment in the heart of Los Dolses.With air con through-

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out, in immaculate condition and overlooks the stunning pool area. Walking distance to all amenities and the beach. 114,950 euros For more information please call 968 971 860 (91842) Situated in Punta Prima this 3 Bedroom, 2 bathroom Penthouse apartment with sea views. This is in prime location for all amenities and is a short walk to the beach. This very large apartment is in excellent condition and must be seen. 149,950 Euros Call 968 971 860 (91845) 3 bed, 2 bath detached villa just on the outskirts of San Miguel de la Salinas, Costa Blanca, Spain. This Spanish property is furnished to a very high standard and is very well maintained. It is located on a plot of over 200m2 and has plenty of room for a private swimming pool. This immaculate property comes with air-conditioning, satellite television and alarm system. It is only 3 kms to the lively Spanish town of San Miguel de Salinas. Beautiful countryside walks and plenty of nature trails for horse riding, quad biking and other outdoor pursuits. Enjoy an outdoor lifestyle. RECENTLY REDUCED TO 139,500 euros. For more information on this lovely property, please call 0034 968 971 860. (91846) 2 Bed, 2 bath Penthouse Duplex on a corner plot situated in the Dream Hills 2 development. Close to all amenities, furnished to a very good standard, fantastic views from then larger than average roof top solarium and also overlooks the communal pool area. Air-con and SAT TV included. This lovely property is priced to sell. 99,750 Euros Tel 968 971 860 (91928) South facing 2 / 3 bed, 2 bath semidetached property is in excellent condition. Fully furnished, sat TV, off-road parking, garden. Private solarium with views overlooking the beautiful natural countryside. Walking distance to the local amenities. Fantastic price of 94,950 euros. Call 968 971 860. (91938) 2 bed, 2 bathroom South-West facing townhouse. Overlooks the communal swimming pool. Alarm, air-con, sat TV. fully furnished to a high standard. Euro 79,950. Call 968 971 860. (100860)

3 bed, 2 bath property in immaculate condition. Furnished to a very high standard. Walking distance to the new La Zenia shopping centre and all local amenities. Overlooks the communal pool with sea views from the balcony and roof solarium. Air-con throughout and Sat TV. 139,500 Euro. Call 968 971 860. (101124) 2 bed, 2 bath quad. Fully furnished and includes air-con and sat TV. Off-road parking. In excellent condition. Just a short walk to all amenities. Communal pool and in quiet location. 106,000 Euro. Call 968 971 860. (101122) Penthouse apartment . South facing and comes fully furnished. Walking distance to the beach and all local amenities. Only a short walk into Torrevieja and the Marina. In a gated community and use of a communal pool. For a quick sale 58.000 Euros. Tel 968 971 860 (101141) 2 bed, 1 bath apartment in the heart of Cabo Roig. N332 beachside. Furnished. A/C and sat TV. Underground parking. Incredible pool and sea views from the balcony. Short walk to the beach and all amenities. Euro 139,950. Call 968 971 860. (100887) 2 bed 1 Bath ground floor apartment. Furnished and includes A/C and Sat T.V walking distance to all amenities and 15 mins to the beach.Off road parking and use of a communal pool. 95,000 euro Call 968 971 860 or 667 592 467 (100884) 2 bed 1 Bath ground floor apartment in Los Altos.Fully furnished and includes Sat T.V and ducted A/C and also a double glazed front seating area overlooking the garden.Only a short walk to all amenities and the beach. Call 968 971 860 or 667 592 467 (100877) 2 bed, 1 bath South-facing apartment. Overlooks the pool and has sea views from the balcony. Fully furnished with A/Con and sat TV. Underground parking. In the heart of Cabo Roig. Walking distance to the beach. 99,750 Euro. Call 968 971 860. (101123) Beautiful Quad-Villa with 2 beds and 2 baths. Furnished to a very high standard with A/C, alarm and Sat TV. In a lovely gated community. Lovely sea views from the solarium, and is walking distance to all amenities. fantastic communal pool area, this is a great example of this sort of property. REDUCED TO 107,000 EUR. Tel 968 971 860 (100865) 3 bed 2 bath detached villa is fully furnished and comes with its own private swimming pool. Property has an underbuild which has been legally renovated to create a separate 1 bed, 1 bath, 1 kitchen apartment with its own private entrance. The newly renovated underbuild is included in the deeds. The property is in walking distance to all local amenities. 167,500 euros call 968 971 860. (100856) Situated in Torremendo, San Miguel de las Salinas is this lovely 4 bed, 3 bath detached Villa with private pool and beautiful views to the countryside. Open fireplace, and Air Con with also all white goods. On 290m2 plot with off road parking only

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4.5kms from San miguel and 2kms from Torremendo.Just reduced eur 162,500 eur. Call 667 592 467 (100853) Beautiful ground floor apartment. Front Line beach in La Zenia. In a gated and secure complex with incredible views across La Zenia bay you literally walk off your terrace and on to the beach.Fully furnished to a high standard this is a unique property because of its proximity to the beach.This is a property that has to be seen.eur 259,750 call 968 971 860. (100855) 3 bed 2 bath Penthouse in the very popular Molino Blanco Development,fully furnished and also Sat T.V and A/Con. Overlooks the park area and has lovely sea views from the balcony and roof solarium.Only a 1000 metres from La Zenia beach and has access to all of the local amenities.eur 99,750 call 968 971 860 (100852) This is a 3 or 4 bed, 2 bath quad bungalow. Fully-furnished and includes air-conditioning, central heating and satellite TV. Lovely sea views from the roof solarium on which there is a shed and closed-in conservatory with an additional bedroom and shower room. The 4th bedroom / study has its own entrance. The property is only a short walk to all amenities. It also has use of a lovely communal pool. Reduced to sell. 99.000 Euro. Call +34 96 897 1860 to view. (100846) 2 bed 1/1/2 bath townhouse. South facing and is in the gated community of Colinas De La Zenia.It has A/con,Sat T.V and comes fully furnished.The property overlooks the communal pool area, sea views from the main bedroom balcony.Only a short walk to all amenities and the beach.eur 103,950 call 968 971 860. (100844) This is a lovely 3 bed, 2 bath detached villa just outside Villamartin. It is South-facing and is being sold in excellent condition. Air-conditioning throughout and comes fully furnished to a high standard. The property overlooks a beautiful communal pool and has views across the countryside, the Torrevieja salt lakes, and the Mediterranean sea. It is only a short drive to the popular town of San Miguel with its local health facilities and excellent schools,

and Villamartin with its fabulous Plaza. The property is also just 10 minutes from award-winning Blue Flag sandy beaches and sits between three popular golf courses. 239,950 Euro. For further details, please call 968 971 860. (100843) Dolores. Large Finca in plot of 10,000 m2. All services connected. Build Size 215m2. Must be viewed. 195,000 euros. Tel 649 189 930 (65297) 3/4 bedroom, 2 bathroom quad villa on a corner plot, part furnished. In very good order and in a gated community with a lovely pool area. Potential to create 4th bedroom on covered in Solarium. Walking distance to all amenities in Playa Flamenca. 89,000 euros. Call 968 971 860 or 667 592 467 (100848) 2 bed, 2 bath top-floor duplex, furnished to a high standard and includes Air-conditioning and satellite TV. South-facing and has a large private roof solarium. The large balcony is fully doubleglazed which makes a lovely sitting area. Use of 2 communal swimming pools. 92.750,00 Euro. Call +34 96 897 1860. (100840) Detached Villa on a 900m2 plot with lovely established garden and private pool area. Furnished to a high standard and to include air con and SAT TV. In a quiet location but only a short distance to all amenities. 232,500 euros call 667 592 467 (92306) This 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom townhouse is situated in Las Chismosas, Playa Flamenca. It comes furnished and includes airconditioning and satellite TV. The upstairs bathroom has a hydromassage bath. The property is in lovely condition and only a short walk from all amenities. It has three terraces which enjoy all-day sunshine and a communal pool. There is also the option to purchase an underground car parking space. Priced at just 89.950 Euro for a quick sale. Please call 0034 96 897 1860 for further details. (92307) 3 Bed, 2 bath semi detached house, south facing for all year round sunshine. Partly furnished with SAT TV, short walk to many amenities. Two lovely communal pool areas. A lovely house and viewing is recommended. reduced to 107,500 euros call 667 592 467 (92308)

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Beautifully presented 2 bed ground floor bungalow. Property consists of Lounge/Diner, good sized kitchen with storage area, Master bedroom with fitted wardrobes, twin bedroom with fitted wardrobes and family bathroom. Good sized garden and communal pool. This property is located just a short stroll to Villamartin Plaza and is ideal for full time living and holidays 80,000 euros Tel 966 772 553 (92320) 2 bed, 2 bath quad house situated in the very popular area of Torre de la Horadada. Open lounge, airconditioning and satellite TV and within walking distance to the many amenities and the beautiful beach and Marina. Communal pool area and views to the sea. 144.950 Euro. Call +34 96 897 1860 for details. (92332) South facing 2 bed, 1 bath Marbella bungalow. In fantastic condition and furnished to a very high standard. Includes air-conditioning and satellite TV. Private roof solarium with sea views, offroad parking and plenty of garden space. Within walking distance of all amenities. Reduced to 98.000 Euro. Call +34 96 897 1860. (92673) Lovely 2 bed, 1 1/2 bathroom Townhouse situated in La Florida. South facing with front and rear balconies for all year round sunshine,also has front and rear garden areas. Two communal pool areas and only a short walk to the popular Emerald Isle complex. 74,950 euros. Call 667 592 467 (92674) 2 bed, 1 bath Battenburg style townhouse in the popular Cabo Roig area. Furnished with airconditioning and Sat TV. The rear courtyard has been converted into an extended kitchen. Use of four communal pools and walking distance to all amenities and the beach. JUST REDUCED 87,500 Euro. Call 96 673 0057. (92675) A stunning quad villa in playa golf property with 2 bedrooms 1.5 bathroom and large garden just a short walk from bars and the bus and only a 5 mins drive to the beach 115,000 euros contact Ian on 644 115 988 (96290) 2 Bedroom quad villa in Lomas de Cabo Roig just 5 mins walk to the shop and about 5 mins drive to the beach this has been a lovely home but need to sell now it only 89,999 euros call Carl on 672 875 251 (96292) Ground floor bungalow over looking community garden and just a short walk from the supermarket carrefour in Torrevieja this is a lovely property with a nice size garden Ideal for you if you are looking to be close to all amen-

ties was 99,000 euros now 75,000 euros call me James on 644 138 502 (96293) Refurbished top floor bungalow with private garden and private solarium in the Verdemars with sea view and golf views also we have refurbished to a high standard there is a lovely stream just a few mins walk away and the communtiy is a nice and clean with 2 communal pool now 124,999 euros call today paul on 634 043 697 (96294) Ground Floor 2 Bedroom, 1 bathroom Apartment. Fully Furnished and Includes Air Con and SAT TV. It has off-road parking and overlooks the Marquesa Golf Course literally front-line views. The property is in lovely condition. 69,950 euros call 667 592 467 (96311) Two Bedroom, two bathroom Attached Bungalow situated in La Florida. South facing with views to the sea from two double glazed conservatories and also the solarium. Fully furnished SAT TV and close to all amenities. It is also only walking distance to the popular Emerald Isle complex. 106,950 euros call 667 592 467 (96314) 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, south facing detached villa. Furnished to high standard with A/C, Sat TV. The property has a beautiful private pool area with all day sunshine. Located in the heart of Playa Flamenca and has access to all ameminities. EUR 264,950. Call 667 592 467 or 968 971 860. (96319) This beautiful 2 bed, 1 bath top floor South-facing duplex is located in the vibrant urbanisation of Al Andaluz in La Florida. It is just 20 minutes walk to beautiful Blue Flag sandy beaches and a short drive to championship golf courses and all ammenities (supermarkets, restaurants and bars, schools, hospitals, and local markets). It has a large sun terrace which receives the sun all day. This property is has been reduced by 9.000 Euro to sell quickly. For further details, please call 96 897 1860. (101572) Detached 2 bed, 2 bath property in El Galan. Priced for quick sale. Call 96 897 1860 for duther details. (101577) This beautifully maintained front line property has stunning views of Cabo Roig marina, La Manga, and the Mediterranean sea. It has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, as well as a small office, games area, and private swimming pool. Set in a lovely urbanisation which is well managed by the community of owners. Similar properties fetch around 240,000 Euro annual short-term and holiday rental income and are well sought after. For further details, please call 0034 96 897 1860. (101987) Lovely 3 bed, 2 bath detached villa in Los Balcones. Private swimming pool and spacious 800m2 grounds. This property catches the sun all day. It has stunning views of the Torrevieja salt lake and Mediterranean sea. The top floor is used for general living and the ground floor (underbuild) has a single garage with additional unused space for storage or

Monday, 17th February, 2014 another room. Fully furnished, air-conditioning, satellite TV, and security. For further information, please call +34 96 897 1860. (101989) This quad property is located in San Luis, close to all amenities. Built in 1997, the property is being sold fully-furnished with hot / cold air-conditioning, satellite TV, and telephone. It has offroad parking and there are external storage areas on the top terrace and at the side of the property. For further details, please call +34 96 897 1860. (101992) These brand new apartments are located just 200m from golden sandy beaches and have stunning views of the Mediterranean Sea and La Manga. They are of modern design and are finished to a very high standard. There is a choice of either two or three bedrooms all with buit-in wardrobes. Each apartment has two bathrooms. These Spanish properties in Torre de la Horadada are built with high quality material. They have an open plan kitchen which leads into a lounge with large sliding patio doors which allow lot of light into the home. From the lounge there is view of the communal pool and a park area. Each property comes with its own private car parking space and landscaped garden. This block of six apartments is due to be completed in March 2014. Bars, restaurants, supermarkets, and many other facilities are within walking distance. Prices for two bedroom apartments are from EUR 129.900. Prices for three bedroom apartments are from EUR 163.000. For further details, or to arrange a viewing, please call 0034 637 227 385. (140819) We are proud to offer this rare opportunity to purchase a piece of Paradise! This luxury 8 bedroom family home is a front-line treasure with majestic views of the Mediterranean Sea, the old Cabo Roig marina, Campoamor, and La Manga. The property is on a beautifully maintained 1.200m2 plot in one of the most exclusive parts of the Cabo Roig peninusular. From the gardens there are steps down to stunnning sandy beaches and the crystal blue waters of the Mediterranean Sea. For further details about this property or to arrange a viewing, please call +34 96 673 0057. (109122) This two bedroom, one bathroom ground floor apartment is just a one minute walk from the glorious sandy beaches of La Zenia and Cala Capitan in Cabo Roig. The property is second-line to the Mediterranean Sea. It has itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s own off-road parking space and is on a secure, gated urbanisation which has beautiful green area and communal pool. For further details, please call +34 96 897 1860. (109123) Amazing detached villa in Pliego, Murcia. 5.000 square meter plot. Villa surrounded by fruit trees and fanstastic views of the countryside and mountains. 4 Bed, 3 Bath, private swimming- pool, summer BBQ kitchen, air cond, security. For viewing please contact: 96-673-00-57. (109126)

Brand new, 2 Bed, 2 bath walking distance to the new La Zenia Boulevard. Beautiful green areas within the urbanization, children play area, infinity comm.pool, jacuzzy (heated water in the winter months). Ideal investment home. For viewing contact: 96673-00-57. (109130) Front line apartment in Punta Prima, 3 bed, 2 baht, south facing in a lovely and quiet urbanization, surrounded by green areas.Building with lift. Walking distance to the beach and all amenities. This is an ideal investment for rental or permanent home. Special price for a quick sale. Contact 96-673-00-57. (109136) Beautiful property in San Cayetano, Murcia. 3 Bed, 2 Bath, fully furnished, lovely com. swimming-pool, very well mantained. Quiet area, must view. Contact 96-673-00-57. (109138) Large apartment in Punta Prima, sea views, 3 bed, 2 bath, large terrace, air cond. quiet area, low comm. fees, well mantained, fully furnished, good investment, please contact: 96673-00-57. (109514) Lovely 2 bed, 1 bath apartment in Roco del Mar, sea views, south facing, fantastic comm. pool in a green area, walking distance to restaurants and all amenities. Contact: 96-673-00-57. (109515) Beautiful property; 2 bed plus conservatory, 2 bath, in a gated urbanization with lovely green areas and 2 comm. pools, air

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cond. Large solarium, 80 mt2 corner plot. Very well mantained, 3 min. from Habaneras shopping centre. For viewing please contact: 96-673-00-57. (109523) Cabo Roig, 3 Bed, 3 Bath property in a quiet and beautiful urbanization surrounded by green areas and beautiful swimming-pool. Independent studio downstairs. For viewing please contact: 96673-00-57. (109516) Semi-Detacthed property in La Torreta Florida, 2 Bed, 1 Bath, 400 m2 plot , large terrace, lake views from the large solarium, sunny all year round, garage (possible 3rd bedroom), central heating, fully furnished. For viewing please contact: 96-67300-57. (109518) Detached property close to Torrevieja and Habaneras shopping centre, 3 bed, 2 bath, beautiful garden, 1.000 mt2 plot, quite area, garage, lovely swimmingpool. Contact for viewing: 96673-00-57. (109519) Detached villa, 800 mt2 plot, 3 bed, 2 bath, private pool, garage, large garden area with lovely BBQ with garden kitchen, well mantained, fully furnished. For viewing please contact: 96-67300-57. (109520) Amazing detached villa in a quiet urbanization, own pool with lovely BBQ and garden area, fantastic views to the salt lakes and gree areas, independent apartment upstairs, sunny all day, very well mantained, close to all

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amenities. For viewing please call: 96-673-00-57. (109522) Amazing brand new Semi detached, 3 bed, 2 bath with windows, kitchen fully fitted, built in wardrobes in all bedrooms (2 downstairs), located in a gated community, high standard building materials, own parking space in the plot, private huge solarium, 2 comm. pools with natural grass, children play area, both swimming pools have a jacuzzy, community library, really beautiful and very well maintained. The urbanization is located within walking distance to the commercial centre La Zenia Boulevard, supermarkets, Saturday Playa Flamenca market, restaurants and all amenities. This is a perfect investment. Price: 139.500 Euros. For viewing, please call 96-673-00-57. (139991) Lovely 2 bed 1 bath ground floor apartment in Los Altos, large front and back terraces, south facing, very well mantained, close the the comm. pool, air cond, fully furnished,close to a supermarket and a commercial centre, great offer for quick sale! (109528) Three bed, two bathroom apartment for sale in San Miguel. This property comes full furnished. It has views of the local sports facilities and the Torrevieja salt lakes. Well maintained and priced to sell quickly. Was 98.000 Euro. Now just 62.950 Euro for quick sale. Please call 0034 96 673 0057 for further details. (109586)

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EURONICS THURSDAY DART LEAGUE “THE ELECTRICAL SHOP” - BLUE LAGOON RESULTS - 13 FEBRUARY Porterhouse The Tavern Pint Depot Queens The Hub Hyenas Hattons Hunks Breakaways Bears Madigans Misfits

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League Table The Hub Meerkats Que Pasa Eagles Busters Bar The Hub Hyenas Porterhouse Hattons Hunks Gogarty´s Gophers Pint Depot Kings The Tavern Breakaways Bears Madigans Misfits Hattons Honeys Pb´s Pirates Pint Depot Queens

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180s: oe Miller, Shaun Smith (Hyenas), Derek Kingsbury, Patrick Abrams, Paul Durrant, Lee Maiden (Meerkats), Sid Cross x2 (Hattons Hunks), Mark Filer (Busters), Mike Smith, Mel Dawson (Breakaways Bears) Highest finish: Alex Nikolov (Meerkats) 141 Shortest leg: 16 darts - John Walker (Que Pasa), Pat Abrams, Alex Nikolov, Meerkats

int Depot Queens returned to league duties after last week´s rest, due to KO cup semi finals. Fully refreshed from plying their skills playing cricket, they were certainly prepared and in buoyant mood facing table toppers Hub Meerkats, at the Pint Depot Palace. Captain Rachael Broadhead´s best laid plans fell apart as the Royals were whitewashed by an unsympathetic Kats. Even merit table leader Lorraine Cox was below par in this bottom v. top clash, possibly due to the unreasonable amount of maintenance work undertaken on the dart board prior to the start. Their Majesties got off to a reasonable start, Ann Griffiths consistently finding the scores, supported by Lynn Fozzard and Debbie Wright, however this did not get them down to the double after some powerful scoring from the opposition particularly Lee Maiden hitting 140 and 85 and Graham Todd pegging out. The pattern continued as Wright top scored in the next, Alex Nikolov and John Eyre 100 doing the damage, the latter finishing D4. And so it continued. Paul Durrant and Derek Kingsbury both scoring tons, Durrant going out on 89 (S19,T10,D20). Queen Ann Griffiths yet again found no difficulty in the scoring department in the first double, but it was Nikolov who nailed D6 after a fine 140. Cox and Cheryl Sleath faced Durrant and Todd in the next pair and found the Kats a

little too strong, Durrant polishing off D20 for the 5th leg. Arguably the Kats strongest pair of Pat Abrams and Maiden figured in the final doubles, playing Christine Cummins and Vi Turner. The Kats really turned it on pounding the treble, Turner did her bit to keep the royal ones in the leg and it had the desired effect, the Kats struggling to finish eventually splitting D5 to leave the odd number. Unfortunately, despite support from both sides the Queens couldn’t finish leaving Abrams to complete the leg on D1. Some excellent half time food followed, chicken casserole with black bean rice. Unbelievably many of the Royals spent all the break picking the black beans from the rice, very time consuming and quite amusing, considering it was the Queens who had prepared the fayre. Abrams continued the match with the throw against Sleath and banged in a ton, 140 and D8 for the match and both points. Griffiths acquitted herself well against an in form Maiden 100,100,D2 as did Cox v. Eyre who made it 9 after a ton and D4. Queen Debbie featured next and looked likely to topple Todd after some fine scoring. The Kat had his own ideas and planted his third dart in the bullseye for a 67 out. Nikolov D16 and Durrant D2 completed the rout despite spirited performances from Ann O´Keeffe and Queen Vi. Ann Griffiths was nominated Queen of the night by her Royal counterpart Debbie Wright, who concluded that being whitewashed was still far more favourable than Thursday night television. The Porters move up to 6th spot at the expense of the Hunks from Hattons, after their home win to the Honeys. Ray Hayes 122, set up Mike Newberry for the winning D2 in the first, followed by a Brian Nash finish for 2-0, Simone de Lacy 95 unable to prevent the win. The second triple really livened up, Peter Ayres hitting a ton and 91, with Honeys Denise Green 108, Hilda Wilkinson 95 and Phil de Lacy 100 and D2 pulling one back for the visitors. Hayes D10 restored the Porters 2 leg advantage, followed by Nash hitting D16 to increase the lead after some great throwing from Sue Sanderson 121. Ray Green´s 99 just wasn’t enough to prevent Ayres D10 making it 5-1 in the final double. Hayes D2 and Ayres 95,D20 ensured both points for the ever improving Porters. Nash and Phil de Lacy traded tons in the third single before the latter used all three arrows for a 37 out on D8. Despite his captain´s responsibilities Ray Sanderson can play a bit and completed his 501 on D4 in the 10th. Ray Green found D9 for his side´s 3rd and last leg, leaving the captain´s wife to complete the match on D1. Pint Depot Kings ended the Taverners recent run of good form with a skilful performance at the Villamartin venue. The Taverners started well enough, outscoring the opposition in the first and finishing strongly through Joe Hammond finding D18 after a T20 first dart. Nice 96 out. Dave Wright D16 levelled for the Kings in the first triple, followed by D7 from Eddie Fozzard for 1-2. Mike Snow´s 120 and a fine contribution from Steph Ralphs was not enough to prevent the loss. Ivan Jones made the fourth leg his own, contributing 100,105 and finally D6 to level the match. A 120 from Snow and a 125 from Dan Kaul, wasn’t converted straight away, giving the Kings the opportunity of a burglary. It didn’t happen however as Kaul eventually found D1 the Taveners now leading once again. Wright and Gary Minor paired for the last leg before the interval against Hammond and Ralph Weatherby. Some very consistent scoring followed from Minor including a ton, but it was Wright completing the leg on D2 for 3 all. Minor had the throw in the first single against Weatherby making it

ESTRELLA DAMM CRIBBAGE LEAGUE By Ron Sheldon 10th February &week 20 is 2/3rds of the way through our season and The Sportsman move up 2 places to take the top spot and for them Brian & Graham N were best with 3 wins. Steve’s Rojales Steakhouse moved up 2 places with a fine win and for them Les and Terry also won their 3 games. Lo Crispin stayed level with their win with all 3 pairs chipping in with 2 wins each. Nice surprise for Mary’s Peacocks knocking Catorce off the top with 2 pairs taking 2 wins each. Keith’s Merlins had their 2nd successive win at home with Mike & Pam best with 3 wins. Dorothy’s Merlins out of Izzys moved up 3 places with Don & Dorothy winning their 3 games.

Brian’s Jaguars away from Ebony & Ivory enjoyed their 3rd successive win with all 3 pairs winning 2 games each. Finally at La Siesta Bowls Ayliff’s Galea “A” moved up 2 places to 2nd spot with Ayliff & John winning 3 games. Results and League Table after Monday 10th February Rojales Steakhouse Lo Crispin Tavern Casa Ventura Falcons Izzys Bar Peacocks Ebony & Ivory Merlins Bar Meson Galea "B" Tropical King Voles La Siesta Sharks

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count with some good scoring culminating in completing the leg on D6. It was ¨evens stevens¨ in the second single Ron Cornelius and Taverner Ivan Jones regularly finding the treble 20. However it was Jones on D15 who came out on top for 4-4. It was to be the last Taverner´s leg as Wright D8, Martyn Bynorth D17 and Frankie Wurrorck 100,D4 put the Kings 4-7 up. The latters opponent Kaul desperately unlucky after contributing a 140 and ton to the leg. Fozzard D2 completed the match. Some good overall performances, particularly Minor 3x100, Kaul´s 140,125,100 and Jones 3x100,105 and 140. Que Pasa dropped an away point to the Hunks as did Busters in their match to the Bears of Breakaways, leaving the top three exactly in the same position as previous. Que Pasa couldn’t press home the advantage of a 2-4 half time lead, in fact the Hunks won the first 4 singes ensuring at least a point and a chance of a win from the last two singles. Joe Hawkins ensured the draw for the Hunks against Jim Storey, whilst Stuart Clark made it 6-5 for the Eagles pegging out on 92, leaving Kevin Wood to gain a vital point for the visitors against Kenny Wilkinson. Steph Simpson starred for the Hunks scoring 129 and 139. Wood top scored for the Eagles with 100 and 140. Hub Hyenas got off to a flyer entertaining Gogarty´s. Lee Holtham 100, Andy Brooker 95 and Shaun Smith 135, culminated in Brooker finishing on D20, Richard Patterson 123 and Bliss Wright replying for the Gophers. Patterson levelled on D20, one apiece, then Cyril Harrison got the hosts in front again on D16, despite a 117 from Ernie Wilson. Captain Simon Williams added a further leg for the Hyenas on D5. Holtham paired with Joe Miller to face Patterson and Wright in the second doubles with Miller helping himself to two tons, it was however Patterson on D2 to reduce the score line to 3-2. Captain Gail Todd paired with Cynthia Jevons in the 6th, facing Harrison and Jim Underwood. It was the girls coming out on top Jevons 100 and 85, Todd 85 and D7 for all square at the break. Todd determined both girls should start the singles after their fine win, but the plan didn’t quite work out as Harrison D16 and Smith 120,D20 made it 5-3. Patterson pulled one back on D8 with Wright on next against the useful Miller. Both scored well, but the Hyena just made it to the double first to take out D4 for 6-4 and a guaranteed point. Needing both remaining legs, Wilson had the throw against Geoff Harvey and promptly recorded an 80 and 125 to leave D11 which he achieved second dart. 6-5. With it all to play for Holtham enjoyed first chuck against Kevin Procktor. Holtham´s 123 was countered by the Gophers 81 and 108 but it wasn’t enough as the Hyena hit D2 for the leg match and both points. Patterson was nominated as Gogarty´s man of the match. Exite Team Girls Boys Lane

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MONTE MAR BOWLS AND SOCIAL CLUB Monday 10th Feb, The Toreadors were at Home in the morning to Greenlands Sycamores, Winning on 3 Rinks. Sandra Errington, Jan Gatward, Skip John Corbet 19-16. Dave Smy, Simon Morris, Skip Dave Buckland 20-17. Pauline Woodfine, Terry Errington, Slip Barrie Woodfine 36-7. Shots, Toreadors 113 - Greenlands 121. Points, Toreadors 6 - Greenlands 8. Monday 10th Feb, The Matadors in the afternoon were at Home to Vistabella Albatrosses, Winning on 2 Rinks. Rowena Good, Fred Charman, Skip Diane Ridley 15-13. Sheila Roberts, David Eades, Skip Dave Melville 19-13. Shots, Matadors 89 - Vistabella 109. Points, Matadors 4 - Vistabella 10. Tuesday 11th Feb, MonteMar were at Home to San Miguel Mohawks in the Fed 4s, Winning on 1 Rink. Sue Kemp, Pauline Woodfine, Alan Ashberry, Skip Brian Zelin 16-13. Shots, MonteMar 47 - San Miguel 51. Points, MonteMar 2 - San Miguel 6.

Wednesday 12th Feb, MonteMar were at Home to Benitachell in the Winter League, Winning on 1 Rink and Drawing on 1 Rink. Sue Kemp, Wendy Oxley, Danny King, Skip Alan Ashberry 15-13. Denise Ashberry, Stan Routledge, Brian Zelin, Skip Dave Melville 13-13. Shots, MonteMar 71 - Benitachell 76. Points, MonteMar 3 Benitachell 9. Friday 14th Feb, The Matadors were at Home to Greenlands Oaks, Winning on 3 Rinks. Plus the Shots. Sue Kemp, Brian Zelin, Skip Alan Ashberry, Rowena Good, Joe Ridley, Skip Diane Ridley. Joan Harding, June Young, Skip Bill Young. Points, Matadors 8 Greenlands 6. For further information about MonteMar Bowls and Social Club, Please contact Club Captain Colin Armitage 966619010 ex 01066, or visit our web site www.montemarbowls.com or on Facebook. New Members are always welcome. Sponsored by Super Valu

VISTABELLA BOWLS CLUB What a great week for the Albatrosses and the Lanzadores, both teams strengthened their positions at the top of their respective leagues; unfortunately all our other teams finished second best. The Albatrosses started the week with a visit to Monte Mar to take on the Matadors who started as the Albatrosses closest rivals lying second in the league and for much of the game looked as though they would come out on top but three of our trips came with a storming finish to add to our one team who led from start to finish to give us a 10 points to 4 victory by 109 shots to 89. Olwyn Ratcliffe, Les Barber and Ian Kenyon were our flying starters leading by 17 to nil after only 4 ends, while Gail Willshire, Sandra Burrows and Fred Willshire frightened the life out of us by slipping to a 12 shots to nil start but pulled back to win in the end while our other two winners who both did it in the last end or so were Pat Williamson and Barbara and Arthur Brown and Beryl Regan, Bill Corbishley and Richard Lee. The Eagles entertained El Rancho and despite winning 3 of the 6 rinks lost out by 1 shot to give El Rancho an 8 points to 6 victory by 106 shots to the Eagles 105. Wins came from Richard Hind, Coleen Money and Pat Rafferty, Jeff Austin, Tony Sambrook and Jeff Neve and Mo Foulcer, Pauline Rafferty and Sue Mynott.

On Wednesday our Winter League team lost to a very strong Javea Green team only winning one rink to give Javea a 10 points to 2 victory by 98 shots to our 68. Our only winning rink was Olwyn Ratcliffe, Tony Sambrook, Arthur Brown and Mike Regan. On Thurs in the Fed fours we once again had a disappointing trip to La Marina losing by 45 shots to 57 and 2 points to 6, our only win was thanks to Beryl Regan, Mike Cox, Ian Kenyon and Maggie Furness. The Lanzadores made up for the shortfall in mid-week with a storming 14-0 win on Friday, El Rancho were the visitors on the wrong end of a 152-70 victory thanks to wins from Tony French, Ian Kenyon and Mike Regan, Beryl Regan, Jenny Bowman and Richard Lee, Stuart Allman, and Maggie Furness, Sheila Cox, Dane Howard and Bill Corbishley, Olwyn Ratcliffe, Mac Maclean and Brian Dunn and Gail Willshire, Les Barber and Fred Willshire. The Conquistadors travelled to La Siesta to take on the Gold’s and once again 3 winning rinks were insufficient to give us an overall win losing by 109-93and by 8-6. Our wins came from, Mo Foulcer, Pauline Rafferty and Sue Mynott, Doreen Leggatt, Jeff Austin and Jim Harwood and Audrey and Allan Sinclair and Andy Leggatt. Sponsored by Autos Direct San Miguel & TV Choice

EMERALD ISLE BOWLS CLUB On Friday, 7 February, a sunny but windy day, the Claymores hosted La Siesta Silvers at the Isle. Unfortunately the visitors were hit with a player falling sick at the last minute which meant that they could only field 5 rinks. The Claymores won on 3 of the 5 rinks, shot difference of 98 to 80 giving us 10 points to 4. A happy EI but disappointment for La Siesta Silvers. On the afternoon of the same day, EI Outlaws were at home to San Luis Pumas. A close-fought game with three winning rinks each, the shot difference going to the Outlaws with 109 to 94, resulting in 8 points to 6. A good win for the Outlaws. The Cavaliers paid a visit to Greenlands Elms hoping to continue their good run, but this time the wheels came off. With only one winning rink and one rink drawn they returned home with just 3 points against the Pumas 11 and a shot difference of 92 to 114. Not a good day for the Cavaliers, was it just a blip? Time will tell. On Monday, 10 February, the Moonrakers and the Titans both had

away games. The Moonrakers made the short journey to El Rancho Broncos and after the usual trial ends each Captain asked their team if they wished to play or not, due to very windy conditions. 90 per cent of the players considered it farcical to play in such conditions and consequently the game was abandoned. The Titans visited La Siesta Apollos. A tight game with the Titans winning on 3 rinks and drawing on 1, resulting in 9 points to EI against 5 to the Apollos, with a shot difference of 98 against 93. A good game in difficult weather conditions. Tuesday, 11 February, saw us host the monthly meeting with the Highjackers. This was played in dull and cool conditions but in the usual friendly way, and EI winning on 6 of the 8 rinks with a shot difference of 140 to 108, Mr. Money-bags Ron Ede once again won the money. Rumour has it that he's buying his own helicopter with all his winnings - is that right, Ron?

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By Bobin Lowman What a month February has been so far! Our match last Friday had no surprises in the score with the Crusaders losing all rinks and the match 76-137 to San Luiz Tigers but there was a jinx to contend with. Out of the six rinks five attained a score of 13 and no more; a most astonishing feature of the match. We must pray for a better score next time when playing away. Our drawn pair’s knockout competitions were completed over the weekend in cold and windy conditions with the players competing for the Pilkington and Toner cups. In the men’s tournament John Grace partnered by Tudor Gregory narrowly beat Dave Robertson and John Cooper 17-16 with the match coming down to the last bowl on the last end. In the lady’s Toner Cup competition Joy van Barneveld and Barbara Batterton triumphed over Sue Letby and Anne Sexton 13-20. La Manga Crusaders recorded a fine win in Friday’s home match against La Marina Seagulls allowing them to step up a few places from the bottom of the league. When the Crusaders played the Dolphins at the end of January we narrowly won 121-76 so we expected a close tussle but the final match score was an emphatic 158-58, maybe a St. Valentines present! The individual rink scores were as follows; Willem van Barneveld/ Joy van Barneveld/ John Grace 25-12, Peter Wood/ Sarah Lowman/ Robin Lowman 35-11, Nick Mildon/ Wendy Simpson/ Stuart Fisher 18-14, Tudor Gregory/ Ron Stokes/ Barry Simpson 35-7, Liz Mildon/ Ann Grace/ Sue Letby 23-10, Dave Robertson/ Ully Simon/ Brian Simon 22-4.

The Broncos' match against Moonrakers was abandoned, due to the strong winds and it will be played on Sun 23rd Feb. The Pintos were away to Vistabella Eagles. Both teams did their best in difficult conditions and ended with 3 rinks each. The Pintos took the shots by 1 at 106-105. On Thursday our team Fed4 travelled to San Luis to play The Whites and had a good match taking two rinks to 1 losing overall by 46-53 shots. June Whitworth, Merv Armstrong, Alex Morrice and David Whitworth 18-11. Ros Holmes, Jane Hamill, Irene Mangan Morrice and Stew Hamill 20-14. Anne Stone, Beryl Styring, Mike Stone and Les Styring 8-28. On Friday morning The Raiders entertained Emerald Isle Outlaws on a glorious morning for bowls, just a slight breeze to make you think. Raiders took the rinks 4-1 With One drawn, Also the overall shots. Terry Buswell, Ron Edwards and Gary Newson 19-19. Edward Elsam, Barbara Jones and Malc Sykes 22-10. John Cleal, Mick Ager and Rod Wright 24-10. Tricia Elsam, Tony Robinson and Geoff Jones 8-25. Maxine Wright, Rob Clark and Malc Elmore 20-16. Helga Schiffman, Sheila Cooper and Carolyn Harris 22-9. Mean while the Mustangs Were away to Vistabella Launchers and Struggled to hold the home team, losing all the points, DESPITE a couple of close matches. Jim Gracie, Irene Thomson and Irene Mangan 14-18. Carol Smith, Eddie Thomson and Stew Hamill 14-18. Beryl Styring, Mike Smith and Les Styring 14-23. Anne Stone, Steve Bowl and Alex Morrice 7-35. June Whitworth, Merv Armstrong and Jane Hamill 10-29. Marianne Holtham, Mike Stone and David Whitworth 11-29. Sponsored by Caser. Contact Irene Mangan Marianne Holtham on 966717700 or 966772222.

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LA SIESTA BOWLS CLUB By Norman Adcroft The Apollo’s played a home game against the Titans and lost 5-9, narrowly losing the shots 93-98. Winners, Barbara Cooper Robert Heath, Dave Eccles 18-15 Brian Gardiner, Dougie Smith, Jack Cooper 19-16. The Pioneers played an afternoon home game against Quesada Diamonds. La Siesta took four rinks and the shots 120-91 to give a win to us10-4... Winning rinks Gill and Ron Sheldon with Peter Knapp 2625, George Seaman, Bernadette McDonnell and Carol Thorpe 18-10, Hilary and John Clarke with Jean Murphy 19-9, and Kathleen Knapp, Bert Bell and Gary Thorpe 26-8. The Sputniks played away against Greenland Chestnuts. Losing 2 - 4 and shots 90-114. Final score 4-10. Winners, D Taylor, Ken Combstock, A Barton 21-8, A Jackson, D Lodge, Albert Jackson 21-15 The Winter League 12th Feb. A journey over to Greenland’s, and well worth the trip. Winning on 3 rinks Kathleen Knapp, Jim Hudson, Pat Harman, Gary Thorpe 20-12, Peter Knapp, Pat & Vic Moore, Brian Fraser 19-15, Jo Elkin, Margaret Hunter, Brian Harman, Jean Cooper 14-12. Score shots, 81-75 La Siesta, and points. 8-4. CBBA Southern Leagues A & C 14th Feb. The Blues played away on warm sunny day with no wind against the Horadada Royals, and how nice it was to be back to normal! A better day for the Blues we managed 6 points to 8, and only lost the overall shots by 3. Our winners were, Ramsay Sinclair, Robert Heath & Dave Eccles 25–11. Bernadette McDonnell, Bill Jordan & Jean Cooper 24–12 and Yours Truly, Brian Gardiner & George Richardson 19–16. The Golds were at home against the Conquistadors Winning 3 rinks and gaining the overall shots by 109 to 93, and points, 8-6 Golds. Winning rinks, Jeannie Clements. Ivan Goodsell and Colin Lloyd 2417, Hilary Clarke, John Clarke, John Ball 20-13, Gill Sheldon Sid Gallup Ron Sheldon 31-4. (Well done, great win) Our Friendly, Jo Elkin Jean Murphy Pat Moore Norman Murphy 31-6. Saturday Hamper 8th Feb. Albert and Anne Jackson with Norman Murphy. Chicken and Egg Winners 12th Feb. Chicken, Brian Thomason, Wine, Roy Howard, Eggs, David Porter.

HORADADA BOWLS CLUB Monday saw us record our second good win in two weeks when we played La Marina at home. We won the game by 98 shots to 86 and gained 11 points. Our successful rinks were Yvonne Hurlock, Bill Stanaway and John Hurlock 16 – 14, Vince Skeel, Alf Woodhouse and Mike Douglas 16 – 15,Fred Semper, Dave Allen and Jack Linehan 20 – 14 and John Goddard, Roy Thompson and Barry Evans 17 – 6.The extra point came in a 17 – 17 draw by Alan Russell, Bryan Eatough and Ann Allen. It was nice to see the close games going our way for a change. This win has resulted in us moving up the league. so lets hope we can keep up the momentum. On Friday we recorded our second win of the week in a 100 – 97 result against La Siesta, gaining 8 points. Our winning rinks were Roy Thompson, Brian Guppy and Mike Douglas 22 – 7,Bryan Eatough, Jim Kerr and Terry Hucknall 18 – 10,and Yvonne Hurlock, John Simpson and John Hurlock 21 – 12.One of our other rinks led by Tony Birchall lost on the last end. So with no Federated fours match this week we remained unbeaten for the first time this season. It was good to see Mike and Jenny Blunt at the green after Mikes serious heart attack. It will be even better to see them both back on the green so get well soon.May I remind members that our Club finals are to be held on 8/9 March so make sure you arrange to play all the outstanding round games.

COUNTRY BOWLS REPORT By Lynne Bishop The SABA Supernovas led by Captain K Kirk welcomed the San Miguel Pulsars to a very windy challenge on Monday, battling against the elements they managed to keep the scores tight but just won on two rinks, a couple of other games ended so very close. Winning rinks belonged to Carole Donnellan, Dennis Birkett & Gerry Gough 23-16 and Andy White, Les Turner & StJohn Broadhurst 17-14. Overall shots, Supernovas 93 (4) - 112 (10) Pulsars. Federation Fours Clarets also had a home game this week, playing the fearsome Bulls from Greenlands, they held their own to share the points equally. The Clarets won one Rink handsomely and picked up four points. The winning team was Lynne Bishop, Geoff Paylor, Charlie Watkins ( sorry I omitted your name last week Charlie) & Ken Cuthbert 25-9. Overall shots, Clarets 55 (4) - 44 (4) Bulls. Fridays Southern League, the Ramblers played the Jaguars at San Miguel and beat them on four rinks for a wonderful ten points. Jenny chaplin, Dave Chaplin & Ken Cuthbert 18-11. Lynne Bishop, Geoff Paylor & Gerry Gough 16-13. Pat Patton, Dennis Birkett & Charlie Watkins 18-14. Lin Watkins, StJohn Broadhurst & Eric Bishop19-10. Overall shots, Ramblers 100 (10) - 87 (4) Jaguars. Carole Donnellan, Joel Fernandez & Margie Cuthbert won the friendly. Well done to everyone this week! For more info contact Dave Chaplin Tel. 968041367 or Barry Norris Tel. 968370937. www.countrybowlsclub.com

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Every Saturday at 9.30 for 10 o clock start, the Totus and Dragon Insurance Challenge welcomes all bowlers, young and old. The latest winner, is living proof that you are never too old to compete. At 90 years young this year, Eric Thomas led the field after 18 ends to take home 1st prize. A mere baby by comparison, Charles Langlois was runner up, whilst Jim McLean & Margaret Hirst finished 3rd & 4th respectively. Alas, the wooden spoon went to Ann Butterworth, who is now officially a member of this elite club. Best SABA League performers were Chestnuts, beating La Siesta at home, 10-4. Well done: J Thompson, A Butterworth, J Wray 29-9. S Hewitt, D Thompson, V Duchart 19-14. P Wray, A Hewitt, J O'Brien 17-13. M Hirst, N Cork, C Dewar 26-12. Sycamores came close to nicking a victory, but went down 6-8 against Monte Mar Torreadors. And the winners are: N Inwood, F Tilley, T Lawton 347. Pete Tomkins, Z & J Wilcock 20-17. J & J Oliver, G Inwood 27-14. Over at San Luis, it was these 3 rinks who secured points against high flying Trekkers, as Maples lost 5-9: S Stead, M Brown, M Fryatt 26-11. P & M Lockley, I Brewster 16-14. A

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Toozer, S Mahomet, S Heath 17-17. C Thomas, M Gray, B Collins, I Brewster 18-14, plus G Chapman, H Cork, C Chapman, T Hill, were the 2 winning rinks, in the Winter Leagues 4-8 home defeat to La Siesta. In div 1 of the Fed 4s League, Bears had an off day, losing at home to San Luis on all 3 rinks. Bulls meanwhile, won on 2 of 3 rinks on offer at Country Bowls, to earn a 4 all draw, courtesy of these boys & girls: Sandra Heath, Steve Hibberd, Brian Miller, Lin Miller 19-14. Sheila Stead, Mel Brown, Florence & Mike Edwards 16-12. Finally, onto Southern League results. At time of writing I had not received Oaks or Elms results, but I do know that Elms scored 2 points over at La Marina against the Dolphins, where F Tilley, P Lockley & M Edwards were the sole winning rink. Better news from Cedars home game against San Luis Tigers. These 3 winning rinks did enough to earn 8 points for their team: J McClean, J Thompson, G Inwood 34-15. Joan Oliver, D Thompson, A Goodfellow 17-13. M Dewar, J O'Brien, Jim Oliver 15-14. Sponsored by Totus and Dragon Insurance

QUESADA BOWLS CLUB On Monday our SABA teams battled the gale force winds to complete their games. The Diamonds away to La Siesta managed to get 4 points with winning rinks Norma and Mike Lamberton and David Johnson, George and Cathy Skinner and Carol Waterson. Thanks to the friendly team and reserves. Our Pearls teamed fared much better at home against San Miguel taking a 10-2 win against Lead Leaders San Miguel Meteors. This has raised our position to second.

Our Winter League squad produced a great result 10-2 away at Finca Guila to leave us still top of the League. In the Federated 4s, both teams had significant wins. The Panthers won 6-2 against San Miguel Choctaws to give us top spot in Division A, whilst our Leopards made it a full house 8-0 away to La Siesta, to leave us in Top position in Div C. For info on joining our club contact Joe Riley on 96 572 5787 or e mail joediriley@gmail.com

SAN LUIS BOWLS CLUB A very windy Monday did not deter the hardy bowlers from San Luis with three teams winning their games. The Klingons, playing against La Marina Explorers, were delighted with their 12-2 win, the winning teams being: Kevin Bell, Joe Johnson and Mal Hughes; Kath Reid, Ray Robson and Giuseppi Galelli; Bob White, Vic Slater and Roy Cordell; Margaret Morrison, Keith Phillips and Pat Coffey; Sally Cordell, Peter Cox and Charlie Marigold. The Trekkers, at home to Greenlands Maples, had three winning rinks and one drawn and held the shots 105-92. Winning teams: Pam Lockett, June Jones and Keith Jones; Jean Parkes, Ray Pollock and Paul Parkes; Allen Bowen, Peter Fuller and Sue Cooper. The Romulans, away to San Miguel Comets, were disappointed to come away without a point. However, The Vulcans, at home to the league leaders, La Marina Pathfinders, were delighted with an 8-6 win. Winners were: Helen Hammond, Steve Simmonds and Barry Edwards; Marie Henly, Margaret Clarke and Tom Riley; Frank Gibbons, Kevin Hull and Alan Mawer.

The Winter league, away to El Cid, came away with 4 points narrowly losing the shots 80-85. The winning rinks were: June Jones, Mike Lockett, Colin Lindgren and Keith Jones; Jean Parkes, Ray Pollock, Darren Johnson and Peter McEneany. In the Fed 4s, the Whites, at home to El Rancho, only managed to win on one rink, however, they did take the overall shots 53-46. The winning team is: Cas Blay, John Ester, Arthur France and Ian Rogers. No results were received from the Blue team. In the Southern League the Lions had a hard game away to La Marina Sharks losing 5-9. The winning teams were: Pat Bird, Vic Slater and Paul Parkes; Kevin Bell, Peter Cox and Charlie Marigold. The Tigers, away to Greenlands Cedars were beaten 68; winning on three rinks but losing the shots 94108. Winning teams: Kath Waywell, Scott Malden and John Withers; Margaret Roseveare, Joan Dullaway and Cliff Harris; Maureen Foulds, Peter Fuller and Arthur France. No results have been received from the Pumas so no further information can be given.

SAN MIGUEL BOWLS CLUB Monday saw horrendous windy conditions for all bowlers, good woods were more by luck than good bowling. The SABA League Pulsars played away at Country Bowls, there were hats and woods flying all over the place. The Pulsars had a good result winning 10points to 4. Winning rinks were Irene Ward, Stan North, Ron Nairey 18-13. Chris Parsons, Carl Eagle, Ann Eagle 30-9. Pat McEwan, Mary Dyer, Dave McEwan 13-11. Jim Jarvie, John Staden, Peter Whitehall 21-20. Shots for 112 Against 93. The Fed Fours Mohawks played away at MonteMar, the wind had dropped but it was bitter cold. A good result winning 6-2, knocking MonteMar off the top of the division. Tony Sanson, Pat McEwan, John Cleverley, Dave McEwan 16-15. Alan Booth, Jack Jackson, Noel Davis, Ron Nairey 22-16. Total shots for 51 Against 47. The Fed Fours Apaches played away at Quesada losing

BY PAT MCEWAN 6-2. Chris Parson, Keith Green, Stuart Hemmings, John Raby picked up a 6 on the last end to win by 2 shots. The other 2 rinks lost by 4 shots and 13 shots. Overall shots 44-59. We are now going into the the second half of the season with 4 out 6 games at home, hopefully we should score more points playing at home. In the Southern League, the Jaguars played at home against Country Bowls, winning on 2 rinks. Pat McEwan, Cliff Plaisted, Malcolm Parsons winning 1815. Jim Jarvie, Stan North, Ann Eagle winning 21-14. Shots for 87 Against 100. Points 4 to the Jaguars 10 to Country Bowls. The Cougars lost all 6 rinks away to Quesada Swallows. Shots for 65, Against 135. A big Hello to Eileen MacLaren in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, who reads the results online in the Leader every week on line.. No other results received.

LA MARINA BOWLS CLUB Top team at La Marina this week goes to the Seagulls winning well on Friday and going down to a narrow defeat bon Monday. On Friday the Seagulls entertained Quesada Swallows at home winning 11 points to 3, winning trips Pam Morgan, Shelia Kirby skip Bob Mallet: Ron Garland, Sue Daniels skip Len Daniels: Barbara Forshaw, Jim Freeman skip Tom Edwards: Mo Taylor, Chris Green, skip Dave Taylor: and Phil Richmond, Steve Hindle skip John Morgan securing a draw. Monday the Pathfinders travelled to San Luis Vulcans losing by 6 points to 8 winners on the day Gina Hindle, Chris Green skip Dave Taylor: Hilary Cronk, Phil Richmond skip Arthur Cronk: Bob Tew, Sue Daniels skip Len Daniels. On Monday the Sharks played San Miguel Jaguars at home winning 9 points to 5 winners on the day Tom Spencer, Phil Pape skip Barry Latham: Janet Parsons, Dave Williams skip Bobbie Simms: Ron Maden, Peter Parsons skip Alan Castle: Margaret McLaughlin, Barry Sadler skip Maureen Kidd managing a draw. On Monday the Explorers lost at home to San Luis Klingons 2 points to 12 only winners on the day being Linda Vincent, Alex Whyte, skip Graham Norris. The Dolphins had a bad week losing both games, Friday they lost away at Greenlands Cedars 4 points to 10 the winners on the day being Brian Murray, Martin Butler skip Dave O`Sullivan: and Jill Albutt, Mike Brain, skip John Albutt. Monday the Astronauts travelled away to play Horadada Falcons losing 3 points to 11 the winners Brenda Brain, Jack Chorlton skip Bill Jones: and Angie Butler, Martin Butler skip Dave O`Sullivan managing a draw. Info: Steve Hindle on 648 250 035, or see us on Facebook.

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SABA WINTER TRIPLES RESULTS AND TABLES FOR MONDAY 10th FEBRUARY

ENTERPRISE DIVISION La Siesta Apollos 93 ( 5 ) Quesada Pearls 117 ( 12 ) San Luis Trekkers 105 ( 9 ) La Marina Explorers 78 ( 2 ) Country BSupernovas 93 ( 4 )

Emerald Isle Titans 98 ( 9 ) San Miguel Meteors 82 ( 2 ) Greenlands Maples 92 ( 5 ) San Luis Klingons 108 ( 12 ) San Miguel Pulsars 112 ( 10 )

P San Miguel Meteors 13 Quesada Pearls 13 San Luis Trekkers 13 San Luis Klingons 13 La Marina Explorers 13 San Miguel Pulsars 13 Greenlands Maples 13 Emerald Isle Titans 13 La Siesta Apollos 13 Country B Supernovas 13

D 2 2 3 3 0 3 2 2 3 4

W 51 45 42 43 41 37 39 33 31 16

L 25 31 33 32 37 38 37 43 44 58

OW 10 8.5 8.5 7 9 7 5 6 4 0

Diff Pts 275 124 188 109 92 104 146 103 130 100 10 91 -24 90 -102 80 -86 73 -629 36

DISCOVERY DIVISION Monte Mar Toreadors 113 ( 6 ) Greenlands Sycamores 121 ( 8 ) Monte Mar Matadors 89 ( 4 ) Vistabella Albatrosses 109 ( 10 ) Horadada Falcons 98 ( 11 ) La Marina Astronauts 86 ( 3 ) San Miguel Comets 140 ( 14 ) San Luis Romulans 67 ( 0 ) El Rancho Broncos v Emerald Isle Moonrakers Game Abandoned P Vistabella Albatrosses 13 Greenlands Sycamores 13 Monte Mar Matadors 13 San Miguel Comets 13 El Rancho Broncos 12 Horadada Falcons 13 La Marina Astronauts 13 Monte Mar Toreadors 13 EmIsle Moonrakers 12 San Luis Romulans 13

W 53 44 39 37 35 34 33 36 30 27

D 4 1 3 2 4 5 5 1 5 2

L 21 33 36 39 33 39 40 41 37 49

OW Diff Pts 11.5 399 133 7 140 103 9.5 59 100 8.5 -1 93 7 45 88 4.5 -86 82 4 -78 79 3 -185 79 5 -85 75 4 -208 64

VOYAGER DIVISION La Siesta Pioneers 120 ( 10 ) Quesada Diamonds 91 ( 4 ) Greenlands Chestnuts 114 ( 10 ) La Siesta Sputniks 90 ( 4 ) San Luis Vulcans 115 ( 8 ) La Marina Pathfinders 102 ( 6 ) Vistabella Eagles 105 ( 6 ) El Rancho Pintos 106 ( 8 ) Emerald Isle Neptunes Bye P La Marina Pathfinders 12 La Siesta Pioneers 12 El Rancho Pintos 12 La Siesta Sputniks 12 San Luis Vulcans * 12 Greenlands Chestnuts 11 Vistabella Eagles 11 Quesada Diamonds 11 Emerald Isle Neptunes 11

W 46 45 40 35 32 29 28 26 21

D 3 1 2 3 2 3 2 3 1

L 23 26 30 34 38 34 36 37 44

*1 pt deducted for reporting infringement

OW 9 9 9 6.5 7 5 4 2.5 0

Diff Pts 191 113 257 109 256 100 -26 86 -109 79 -14 71 -121 66 -157 60 -277 43

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CLARKES BAR GOLF After a few weeks of poor performances throughout the society we got things back on track with a visit to Vistabella Golf this week. The course was in its usual excellent condition with receptive and true greens. The weather was also very kind with no wind to speak of and the warmest day of the year so far. The prizes were monopolised by just 2 of our members this week but that should not detract from a much better performance by all concerned than in recent weeks with special mention to John Winkley who has shewn improvement since the turn of the year but has narrowly missed the prizes on a regular basis keep up the good work and you will get there. Results were as follows: Nearest the pin on holes 4,8 and 16 in 2 was Charlie Rodgers Longest Drive on hole 18 was Martin Cunningham Winner with 38 points was Martin Cunningham Runner up with 34 points was Charlie Rodgers Next Week we are at La Serena first tee time is 09:25. Meet at the bar at 08:15.

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ROCKETS’S GOLF SOCIETY VISTABELLA GOLF – 12th FEB It was back to our home course to play a stableford. On a cold and windy morning 26 members & guests teed off adorned in all styles of winter garb. The course still has its winter coat on dormant grass on the fairways and the greens were pretty slick like a snooker table, it should be mentioned that the person responsible for the pin placements must be a masochist as the scoring not that good, with the top score being 32 points and that was by a visitor. For Rocket Ron it was good to see an old friend Alan Williams, he had not seen for going on 5 years, Alan joined us for a game. Nice to see you Alan after so long. Results: Gold Category: st Malcolm Anderson 31 Pts On C/B, 2nd Arthur Williams 30 Pts, 3rd Rodney Smith 28 Pts Silver Category: 1st Peter Root 31 Pts, 2nd Merv Williams 31 Pts, 3rd Ken Hopkins 24 Pts Nearest The Pins: Hole 4 Brian Mckenzie, Hole 8 Tessa Booth, Hole 15 Malcolm Anderson Longset Drive Men Ivie Davies, Longest Drive Lady Tessa Booth Best Guests: Ken Ogden 32 Pts, Alan Williams 27 Pts Your subscriptions are now due for this 2014 season To get some warmth back into our bodies, it was back to Izzy’s Bar for our favourite munchies, and Roxy’s Izzy Chips, “Rocket” Ron cdarried out the presenting the prizes, while we feasted on the ‘Izzy’ chips and talk of golf. Tuesday 25th February sees us going to a new venue it’s at Sensol Camposol Golf a new course for most of us at Camposol. Mazarron Murcia. The first Tee Time is 10:50 so please be there by 10:15 For more information or if you wish to play with the arguably the friendliest Golf Society contact Ron Nicholson on 678849142 or email sanmigron@gmail.com

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AT Font Del Llop Golf Course on Saturday 8th February 2014 Our February meeting and the first game of the 2014 season took place at Font Del Llop Golf Course where 27 members and guests took part in an individual stableford competition on a slightly breezy but pleasant day. The day was the drive-in of new captain Dave Kirk. Dave led the way with an initial drive and we all tried to get the nearest to it on our drives. The outcome and the end of the day was that Dave himself got the nearest to his drive but the prize was awarded to the second nearest who was Kevin Fitzpatrick. The course was in good condition and we look forward to playing it again in the near future. The day was finished off with our player of the year dinner dance at the Rocajuna where the musical entertainment was provided, for the fifth consecutive year, by Motive . Kevin Fitzpatrick was presented with the player of the year trophy for 2013. He achieved a score of 145 over his best four individual stableford games. Well done Kevin. The results of this month’s competition are: Winner with 38 points – Eddie Stapleton. Runner-up with 36 points – Denis McCormack. Third place with 34 points on countback – Kay Chandler. Nearest Captain’s drive-in – Kevin Fitzpatrick. Nearest the Pins: Hole 3 – Bev Fox, Hole 8 – Denis McCormack Hole 12 – Terry Lewis, Hole 17 – Kevin Fitzpatrick Future events: Thursday 6th March 2014 team game at Requelme . Information Denis McCormack on 966799829 or mobile 659536077.

Last Wednesday, the Society played Bonalba. The sun returned and the playing conditions were ideal for golf. The course was in reasonable condition with the greens very quick. The format was ind Stableford. The winners on the day were:- Gold Div: 1st with 28 points, Ron Stevenson, who beat his best buddy in 2nd place Tony White with 28 points on C/B. 3rd with 25 points was Alan Briggs. Silver Div: 1st with 32 points Terry Smith, 2nd with 27 points Janet Candlin, 3rd with 25 points Pam Martin. The best guest was Ron Smith. The player who played the most shots and picked up the “Roy” Trophy was “Storming” Norman Lewis who said on the day he played more like “Jerry” Lewis. The Nearest the Pins, with only one winner on the day, was the “magician” Mick Rowan on hole 14. The “Charity” scratchcard winner was the overall winner of the golf on the day Terry Smith who obviously had a great and also a somewhat fortuitous day. For the scratch-card he chose his favourite team Tottenham but put his name in the wrong square against Scottish giants Cowdenbeath who turned out to be the winning team. The presentations were made at the Societies base, the Quesada Country Club after the game. A tasty hot & cold buffet was provided by mine hosts Dave and Anita for which the Society is as always extremely grateful. The next game is at Alicante on Wednesday 25 February. Anyone in the Quesada area looking to join a very friendly golf society and play golf once a fortnight at a wide variety of courses at very reasonable cost, should contact Les Pancott on 966716723.

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At Las Ramblas on 10th February 2014. In association with Costa Blanca Green Fee Services For this month’s meeting a group of 19 players visited the established course at Las Ramblas under the excellent society deal obtained from Costa Blanca Green Fee Services. For 2014 we have joined forces with the Lo Marabu GS who play their monthly ‘social game’ the same days as us so we both benefit from the cost economies of scale for booking a larger group than would otherwise be the case. The weather forecast was ‘spot on’ with bright clear skies and extremely high winds and Las Ramblas is not for the faint hearted in these conditions and this reflected in some of the scores. The winning scores were as follows: 1st – Karen Matthews – 38 points, 2nd – Ian Noad – 31 points, 3rd – Darren Holden – 29 points Nearest the Pins – Karen, Tony F and Tony Casa We all returned to the Ship Hispaniola in La Mata for a hearty feed and refreshments prepared by Janet and her team with our thanks. Below are the fixtures arranged to date for this season 10 March - Font del Llop, 14 April - La Serena, 12 May - Mar Menor. Info contact Grant Goble on 667329772 or better still call in at the bar. Report by Mike Probert of Costa Blanca Green Fee Services on 966 704 752 or 661 345 931 or see us at our web-site at www.costa-blanca-greenfees.com.

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PENALTY MISS COSTS ELCHE mildly surprised as the referee led everyone to the penalty spot. Hmm…just one minor problem: Elche’s Dead-Eye Dick, never-miss penalty-taker Albacar was on the bench, obviously still not quite BY JOHN Another two points were thrown away by match-fit. Manu, Christian and Coro went into a quick huddle to disElche on Friday evening in front of a goodMCGREGOR sized crowd of 21,722. The odd 22 Osasuna cuss who was going to take it - and Coro picked up the ball. supporters high in the away stand won’t have made the long trek home From being Elche’s leading scorer and hero in that last, fabulous seatoo happy, but a point fairly shared was really all that was deserved by son when the Franjiverdes were at last promoted back to La Liga after both teams, equal on 26 points and almost exactly the same in goal sta- 24 years, these days Coro is in wretched form, a shadow of the player he was last year. True, he did score the opening goal in last weeks 2 – tistics. Elche looked good on paper at 4-4-2, although left back Albacar was 2 draw away at Valladolid, but… As we all held our breath the penalon the bench, and regular midfielder Carles Gil out injured, his place ty sailed high over the bar, and with it went Elche’s only one, perfect taken by the Columbian international Carlos ‘The Rock’ Sanchez. chance to win the match. Both sides then huffed and puffed with no Now that Manu has returned from 3 months out injured he and young really good opportunities, no Valentine’s Day massacre here by the rising Franjiverde star Christian provided a big, mobile, two-pronged finish With 15 minutes later Elche’s goalkeeper Tono pulled up injured, and attack: game on! The visitors announced their intentions with an early header well he was replaced by last year’s hero Manu Herrera: he never lets the saved from close in by Elche’s Tono, but steadily Ruben Perez was Franjiverdes down, but these days is somewhat bizarrely left on the guiding his team to create chances, putting a long drive over himself bench. The only other strange, but pleasing incident happened five and Coro blazing wide following Elche pressure from a free kick and minutes from the end as Osasuna made their final substitution. Who a corner. Another unmarked Osasuna header from a corner was again should come on but Nino, one of Elche’s favourite sons from way well saved by Tono, while at the other end Carlos Sanchez’s header back, who is gratifyingly still playing after several moves since he was a popular Martinez Valero regular, always scoring 15 – 20 goals per went well over the bar: 0 – 0 at half time with everything to play for. The tempo was stepped up in the second half, and as the temperature season. The applause was warm and genuine: nice touch… rose bookings abounded from both sides. On the hour as Elche’s Manu Before the other teams around them play at the weekend, Elche are cut into the penalty area he was scythed down, and everyone was 12th on 26 points, crucially five golden points over third from bottom Valladolid (who Elche led 2 – 0 It was not Coro’ s night Coro’s before ending 2 – 2 last week, PHOTO: KEVIN RENDALL grrr…). It’s not enough to feel comfortable with 15 matches to go, especially coupled with the fact that the Franjiverdes go into the lion’s den next Saturday at the Bernabeu against mighty Real Madrid - who cruelly took all three points in Elche back in November. Revenge? Who knows, anything can, and does happen in football… Mucho Elche!

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TORREVIEJA DARTS LADIES ORGANISATION 13th February 2014. Ladies League Triples Once again the Ladies of the League gathered at The Friendly Bar, in Playa Flamenca for the Ladies League Triples. Thanks go to our Hosts for the evening Dave and his wife, with further appreciation to Ann McGivern and Jimmy Howarth for marking essential games through-out the evening. We all had a good evening, and the Ladies who will be playing in the Triples Final are: M Jackson, P Taylor & J Harrison v. S Stephenson, S Casey & S Ward. The Final is being held on Tuesday 18th February 2014 at Bar 46, with a start time of 20.00 (8 p.m.). This will be followed by the food and Raffle, and then the Ladies Pairs Semi-Finals and Final. J Don & A McGivern v. C Greenwood & J Costello S Stephenson & S Casey v. P Taylor & M Jackson

Early stages, so there is no Captain as yet, but contact can be made through the bar on 96 670 5072.

New Teams: We are delighted to announce that there is already an interest from the bars preparing for next winter’s season. In this regard, PJ’s Rendezvous has already installed a dartboard, and is now rounding up ladies to make a team for next winter. PJ’s Rendezvous can be found in Calle Maestro Francisco Casanova Nº 20. Yes, it is a mouthful but it is off Calle Paris along from what used to be Corky’s Bar. Any ladies interested in joining this new team will be made most welcome.

Note for Captains, can you please email me the names of your individuals in preparation for the Knockout being held on 4th March 2014. Thank you. Once again, well done to you all this week, keep up the good work, and we look forward to seeing all Finalists again on Tuesday.

League Results and Table to date: Black Dog Ladies 5-4 Friendly's Temps Dave’s Babes P-P El Balcon Chicas Wildcats 0-0 Bye

Wildcats at Bar 46 El Balcon Chicas Black Dog Ladies Friendly's Temps Dave's Babes

P 6 6 7 6 5

W 6 5 3 1 0

L 0 1 4 5 5

F 43 36 30 19 7

A 11 18 33 35 38

Pts. 18 16 13 8 5

Hot Darts: Joan Harrison 128, Christine Simmonds 119, Margaret Morris 115, Maz Jackson 114 - 109, Kath Walker 100

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CF MIL PALMERAS ROUNDUP Pre Benjamin 2006 sponsored by Sunshine FMradio Pilar de la Horadada 7 - Mil Palmeras 1 With an enforced break due to an odd number of teams in the league Mil Palmeras arranged a friendly against Pilar de la Horadada who we new from a few weeks earlier are a big strong side going forward so this was always going to be a tough run out. The team are also badly missing there centre midfield anchorman Dylan who has been absent for 4 games now which through no fault of his own is causing the team to struggle badly. After a suprisingly good first half the toros only went in 2-1 down which saw Elliot score his 2nd goal in three games from the centre back position. The second half was a different matter as a number of players just didnt show up and we were overun by Pilars front three helping themselves to 5 second half goals final score 7-1. Man of the match Millie Ewart top effort. CF Mil Palmeras 4 v 2 Rojales Alevines Sponsored by Talleras J Martínez Ford Garage Not the best of starts for the Toros struggling to complete passes and keep possesion playing in to the wind .Rojales made the Toros pay grabbing a goal early on .The Toros battled on winning more and more of their individual battles all over the pitch . Aron ,Mingus ,Neve and Kacie in defence gave Oliver C in goal plenty of protection allowing Oliver G to push on and add somemore firepower to the Toros attack . While the Toros created plenty of chances only Alex managed to turn a chance into a goal to finish the half 1-1 Second Half and with the wind now behind them the Toros dominated the half . 3 mins in and the Toros took the lead with another goal from a throwin when Luke pulled the ball down and found Liam on the edge of the box who slotted the ball home . The Toros held Rojales in their own half for most of the half and created chance after chance but just failed to take advantage . At the back Luca in goal did himself proud with a solid performance including a goal line save .Mingus on the right worked hard all half and got his just reward scoring to make it 3-1. Rojales hit back grabbing a second goal in the last 5 mins of the match only for Ben to finish for the Toros to leave the final score 4-2 .Although they need to convert more of their chances , the Toros again never gave up and deserve an A+ for effort , determination and teamwork. Well Done to all Players Player of the Match Luca Webb hardworking and solid in goal