The Leader Newspaper 11 November 24 - Edition 1049
Although Sunday’s focus of Remembrance was once again at the Cenotaph on Whitehall, London, where the contribution of British and Commonwealth military and civilian servicemen and women involved in the two World Wars, and later conflicts, was commemorated, there were also many acts and services carried out across Spain, one of the most significant of which was enacted in Mil Palmeras.
Here at the Southern end of the Costa Blanca and the Mar Menor, following the demise of the local branch of the Royal British Legion, previous coordinators have been supporting the new organisers, the local branch of the Royal Naval Association, to ensure that the same high standards are maintained this year.
So, once again, at the tiny Catholic church, Capilla de las Mil Palmeras, over 500 veterans and members of the general public, were led in Remembrance by Pastor Keith Brown, of the Hope Christian Fellowship Church in La Marina.
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Pastor Keith, who held his first Remembrance Service in Mil Palmeras 16 years ago, from the top of a makeshift altar made out of discarded cardboard boxes, spoke of the especial significance of our common grief following the awful recent events in the Valencian Province.
Coupled with the gravity of our memories of recent wars and conflicts, the event was a particularly solemn affair as, together with Jose Maria, the mayor of Pilar de la Horadada, his councillors from both the government and the opposition parties, many Spanish families, and the British Vice Consul, Sara Munsterhjelm, the community was able to come together as one, in their mutual sorrow.
Prior to the service, standards from the Royal Navy, as well as those of many service associations, were led to the church by the magnificent Torrevieja Pipes and Drums.
Lessons and readings were delivered by the mayor, Jose Maria, Francisca Samper, along with Amanda Clancy, Tony and Maureen Jenkins and Walter Shatford while Naval veteran Nicola Louden read ‘In Flanders Fields’, a
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poem written by Lt Col John McRae of the Canadian Army Medical Corps, after losing a friend in Ypres in 1915.
There was also a particularly moving vocal performance of Hallelujah by Cindy Fitzpatrick while the Last Post and Reveille were played by the Costa Blanca’s foremost bugler Ian Gibson.
Former Welsh Guards Pipe Major Brian Day played the lament, Hector the Hero.
The Costa Blanca International Concert Band also provided the musical accompaniment to the hymns, led by their Musical Director Jeremy Davies.
Sisters Angelina and Leticia Bergmann carried the peace candle to the altar, after which they recited the Children’s Citation for Peace in both English and Spanish.
The service was concluded with the National Anthems of Spain and the United Kingdom after which the ceremony moved out to the International Garden of Remembrance, where there was a further minute’s silence, specifically held for the almost 300 people who have either died or are still missing in the Valencian DANA.
Thereafter, dignitaries and guests laid their
wreaths in remembrance, before members of the public added their own poppy crosses in memory of family members and lost colleagues and friends, all to the accompaniment of a lone piper.
Flanked by a large number of the general public the Pipes and Drums then led members of the congregation from the church to the Mil Palmeras Olympia Restaurant where many remained to as they enjoyed a welcome drink. The National Service of Remembrance was originally conceived as a commemoration of the war dead of the First World War but after World War II the scope of the ceremony was extended to focus on the nation’s dead of both World Wars.
In 1980 it was widened once again to extend the remembrance to all who have suffered and died in conflict in the service of their country, all those who mourn and those who are still fighting for peace, freedom and survival even now.
Proceeds from the collection are to be donated to the Valencian DANAAppeal and Service Charities.
Torrevieja Pipes &Drums
Collection Party
Children’s Prayer for Peace
Pipe Major Brian Day &Ian Gibson
The Mayor of Pilar de la Horadada and the Vice Consul leading the Wreath Laying Ceremony
The congregation was able to watch on a large screen
In the province of Alicante, 22.3% of the population is from abroad, with Ukrainians and Colombians being the two nationalities that have increased the most. Half of the foreigners in the Valencian Community reside in Alicante (49.1%), totalling 436,502 people, with an increase of 47,754 in just one year. This makes Alicante the third largest in absolute foreign population numbers, behind Madrid and Barcelona, and second in relative numbers with 22.3% of inhabitants originating from another country, compared to Almeria's 22.5%.
The United Kingdom remains the largest nationality despite a population decrease, followed by Morocco. Colombia and Ukraine have seen the most significant increases in residents, followed by Romania.
According to the report "Statistical Approach to the Foreign Population in the Province of Alicante," prepared by the Association of Solidarity with Immigrant Workers (ASTI) and linked to the Diocese of OrihuelaAlicante, nearly one in four people in the province is a foreigner.
Of the total, 125,945 come from European Union countries (28.9%), while 310,557 are from the rest of the world (71.1%).
Pedro Juan Diaz Zaragoza, responsible for Awareness at ASTI Alicante, highlights the significant integration of the foreign population, as 15.7% of Social Security affiliates are of foreign origin. Most have permanent resi-
dence and stable jobs, contributing to pensions, education, and healthcare.
In Alicante, more than half of the agricultural workers (52.2%) and one in three household employees (37.9%) are foreigners. The Diocese emphasizes that their presence poses no threat to local culture or traditions.
The number of residence permits has increased throughout the Valencian Community, with Alicante accounting for 49% of the permits granted. Of these, half are from the community regime (EU), 38.3% from the general regime (other countries), and 11.5% from the Withdrawal Agreement (Brexit).
The municipalities with the largest foreign populations are Alicante (14.3%), Torrevieja (9.2%), Elche (6.8%), Orihuela (6.8%), and Benidorm (5.2%).
The largest group of foreign residents is aged 40 to 44, making up 24.5% of the foreign population. In contrast, the fastest-growing age group among native residents is 65 to 69, indicating an aging population.
A notable statistic is that Alicante has the highest number of foreign deaths in Spain (15.8%). However, only one in four people from the EU is over 65. Many deaths are attributed to aging residents from other countries. The report also states that one in three births in Alicante is to a foreign mother, and students from other countries make up 20% of the total, with 11,017 more students enrolled in one year.
SECRETS AND LIES
Dear friends and neighbours of the municipality of Orihuela - here are some questions for you.
Are members of the Orihuela government totally honest about their working practices?
Do they really believe in equality for all, or just for the favoured minority?
What we have witnessed in recent years is that whoever runs our council, they are self-centred, inward looking and totally disinterested in the distress they are causing.
Instead of thinking about how they can best serve the general interests of the entire municipality, they are usually busy serving their own.
Legitimate questions are raised through the proper channels about accounts, distribution, contracts, expenditure, etc., for the Coast compared to the rest of the municipality, but we rarely get straight answers.
They are as clear as mudas if there is something to hide, hence the expression “secrets and lies.”
We believe that budgets should be distributed evenly throughout the municipality not to a favoured minority. There should be respect and dignity for all.
In the municipality of Orihuela, you are never
wrong if you are doing the right thing.
As an elected official, with that power comes great responsibility, which makes its holders morally responsible for both what they choose to do and what they fail to do with it. It used to be about trying to do something, but now it’s all about trying to be someone.
There is no difference between the current PP/VOX coalition. They are incompetent, nefarious, etc. In fact, as the saying goes, they are the two cheeks of the same backside.
What is needed is an approach that will create policies that suit Orihuela as a whole.
Residents are tired of the many years of indifference, seeing our taxes squandered without thought or conscience on the part of the same political parties.
The municipality of Orihuela rules with biased agendas - they don't care because they have never governed for all the people.
They were elected to represent the interests of the residents to the best of their ability but after 18 months in government all we now see is how they continually serve their own interests at the cost of the residents. And now, with this level of abandonment, incompeten-
cy, nepotism, apathy, and mismanagement, the municipality of Orihuela is becoming synonymous with corruption.
This is a call to the residents of our municipality, whoever you are, to unite and defend our rights at the ballot box in the next local election.
The honest truth is that we are alone, we cannot depend on anybody to come to our assistance.
We need to face our adversary, the government of Orihuela, head on. And to do that we need a party, with the right leader, to fight for the Coast.
Every vote is critical, and not just British votes, but all of the nationalities, otherwise nothing will change. This should be a wakeup call for the Coast.
YOUR VOTE IS YOUR POWER, A VOTE NOT CAST IS A VOTE WASTED.
'IF YOU FIGHT, YOU WON'T ALWAYS WIN, IF YOU DON'T FIGHT, YOU WILL ALWAYS LOSE.
One of the penalties for refusing to participate in politics is that you end up being governed by your inferiors.
Marina Bar Charity Christmas Fair
Christmas is certainly fast approaching and fund raisers David and Lorraine Whitney are busy organising this year's 'Christmas Fair' at the Marina bar Calle de las Rosas Torrevieja which is on Sat. November the 23d. at 1,30pm.
This year this charity event is in aid of “Donacions Torrevieja Alrededores" a local charity who help the poor and homeless in the area. There will be different stalls selling Christmas gift items, craft items, skin care,
Christmas decorations etc. together with 'Name The Bear', Raffle and Tombola.
Like other years it is hoping that Santa Claus himself will make a guest appearance especially for the little children. Festive songs will be performed by the well-known Melody Makers and with the amazing support of the Marina Bar's new management team it is hoped that this event will be as successful as last year.
ECOLOGISTS WARN OF FLOOD DANGER TO NEW GUARDAMAR HOMES LAND FOR ECO PARKS
At their next meeting on Tuesday, the Orihuela council hopes to close the process of the allocation to the Consortium of two plots in Puente Alto and another in PAU 8 on the coast, according to the president of the regional waste consortium, Francisco Cano. The plot chosen in the urban area is in the Puente Alto industrial estate while in the Orihuela Costa, the ecopark will be located on a municipal plot located in PAU 8sur, very close to the bridge and the pedestrian walkway that crosses the AP-7 between the PAU and the Los Almendros area.
The council has ruled out the first proposed location on the coast, in Lomas de Cabo Roig, due to complaints from residents who did not want to see these facilities so close to their homes.
The ecopark in the town centre will serve Orihuela and Bigastro, while the one on the coast will only serve the Orihuela coastline where there are high hopes that it will alleviate the long-standing problem of recurrent abandonment of belongings and prunings in the streets.
On the Orihuela coast there is a
large European population that is already very familiar with the use of such centres.
The construction of the facilities is estimated to take about six months.
Both ecoparks will be type D, with between 10 and 15 containers and an identification system so that only registered residents can use them by simply showing ID. They will accept cardboard, wood, pruning, textile, bulky waste, aerosols, batteries, light bulbs, mattresses or oil, among other waste.
Athousand houses are planned to the right of La Rinconada
BODY FOUND FLOATING IN ORIHUELA COSTA CANAL
A body was found in the water transfer canal as it passes through Orihuela Costa just after 8:00 a.m. on Friday morning. The body was found floating on the water at a point between the municipalities of Orihuela and San Miguel de Salinas.
Orihuela Local Police officers and members of the Provincial Fire Brigade Consortium attended the scene. The Civil Guard is currently investigating the incident although the cause of death is still to be confirmed. The body was removed from the water, after which an examination was to take place for signs of violence.
The Trasvase canal is a very popular route for cyclists.
Guardamar's project to urbanize 1,000 new properties at the Rio Segura's mouth faces heavy criticism from environmentalists.
Friends of the Wetlands of the South of Alicante (AHSA) claim over 90% of the area has a high risk of erosion and more than a 45% risk of slippage,arguing against urbanization.
The site,adjacent to the protected wet area of the Segura River,is classified as a level 2 flood risk area by the Territorial Action Plan against the Risk of Floods of the Generalitat (Patricova), the second highest level of danger.
Mayor Jose Luis Saez defended the long-standing urban plan,authorized since 2006,ensuring that all public consultation allegations will be addressed,and the plan will only proceed if surveyor reports are favourable.
Given his attire, the officers suspect that he could be one of the many two-wheeled enthusiasts who regularly travel along the track that runs parallel to the water infrastructure, in the mornings.
This service road was once also used by cars, although access to any vehicle other than the CHS maintenance crews is currently prohibited.
DON’T WASTE YOUR WORDS.
We never use a word in this column that we wouldn’t use in everyday conversation. It would be easy to go harvesting big words with the intention of impressing readers and in the hope of nudging a raise from our tight-fisted editor; but no, we just prefer to remain humble.
There are 600,000 words in the English language and you will only find a very small percentage of those in YCBS. This isn’t in any way to suggest that we are disinclined to add a new word to our limited vocabulary. Every so often I hear a
word I haven’t been in the habit of using and if it’s up for adoption I take it in. We are not talking about words like ‘like’ or ‘so’, which many people believe are an obligatory part of every second sentence nowadays.
Words are pictures in the making. A painting, sketch or photo is a finished article, but with words we paint our own picture in our head. This is why reading be so relaxing and generally good for our wellbeing.
We are human and we love to play with words in creative ways and I guess this is how the changed meaning of words
comes about. Is there anything more entertaining that a bunch of sharp wits around a table feeding off each other!
Appreciation of rhetoric will sharpen the mind and increase your word power. Poetry can do it for many lovers of language, although, again, modern poetry doesn’t do it for me.
Three things; reading, writing and conversation will continue to improve you command of the language. Read widely and often and this will expand your understanding of every facet of the descriptive narrative. Pay attention to how writers construct sentences and convey ideas.
Practice writing regularly and this will help hone the style you are most comfortable with. Best of all is what you learn from discussing topics and ideas with others. Always remember you have two ears and only one mouth, so listen actively and learn how others express themselves.
I am old enough to have noticed how the meaning of words can change over time and it can sometimes be disconcerting. My generation find it difficult to refer to somebody’s ‘mom’ instead of a mother or mammy, for example. ‘Gay’ meant something entirely different when I was going to school.
A ‘guy’ was a frightful figure based on the story of Guy Fawkes, but then the Americans began to refer to men in general as ‘guys’, and now everyone is a guy … apart from the Lads of course!
History shows us that the meaning of words has always changed over time. ‘Ruffian’ once meant a serious gangster but for the past couple of generations the word has become an endearing tag applied to energetic boys and lovable rogues. ‘Naughty’ has a somewhat similar history. In the long ago if you were naughty it meant you had naught or nothing. Next it came to mean evil or immoral, and now it just means being badly behaved.
The word ‘silly’, in its earliest uses referred to things worthy or blessed; from there it came to refer to the weak and vulnerable, and more recently to those who are foolish. ‘Awful’ has changed entirely in its meaning. It comes from the word ‘awe’ and if something was awful it meant being worthy of awe.
We have mentioned the guys and how that one came about; so here is one for the Gorls. ‘Hussy’ comes from the word housewife. (Oh God … I’ve started, so I’ll finish …) It used to refer to the mistress of the household – and not the disreputable woman it depicts today.
This is as good a time as any to state I don’t have all this data in my head but have just looked up a selection of words that changed their meaning over time!
I am a great believer in the simplicity of language. (No, Lads … that does not make me a simpleton!) It is very easy to overdo the use of descriptive language and complex words.
No matter how much you learn from others, or how we admire great speakers and writers, imitation is not the answer. We all have to be ourselves and just be true to what we are.
A speaker or writer who is a phony will be spotted a mile away. Remember that the soundness of your ideas is more important than the sound of your words.
DON’T FORGET
Attendances at domestic soccer matches are up more than 30% - and no harm in that. This is in part due to the GAA’s unfathomable insistence on getting the ‘All Irelands’ rushed off with indecent haste – thus finding earliest possible cupboards for ‘McCarthy’ and ‘Sam.’
We are told; ‘this is for the good of the clubs.’ Why then are county club finals being played in or on the cusp of winter??
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LONG AWAITED TRIAL IN MAJOR LOS ALCAZARES CORRUPTION CASE
After nearly 17 years of investigation, the "Ninette case," a major corruption scandal involving the town hall of Los Alcazares, is set to go to trial.
It centers on allegations of bribery, embezzlement, and money laundering.
Fifteen individuals, including former mayor Juan Escudero and former municipal architect Mariano Ayuso Fernandez, and companies like Ilka Baley SL and Dorma Golf SL, are implicated.
Key allegations include illicit enrichment through public funds, securing lucrative contracts through bribes, falsifying documents,
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and misappropriating millions of euros from the municipal budget.
The investigation faced delays due to legal appeals, but a recent court order has paved the way for trial.
The Public Prosecutor's Office seeks substantial prison sentences and financial penalties. The trial will expose a complex web of corruption that has tarnished Murcia's reputation, with the public keenly observing if justice will ever be served.
Juan Escudero and Mariano Ayuso.
A
busy time
for Spangles as they perform in Prague Festival
In the run-up to their trip to Prague, Spangles presented a dress rehearsal at the Escuela Oficial de Idiomas in San Javier on 31 October. They will participate in the Musica Orbis Gloria Festival from 8 to 10 November. Chorus Manager Lyn Baines expressed excitement about performing in person. Spangles will sing at venues, including St Vitus Cathedral, and enjoy a river cruise lunch. Upon return, they will celebrate their 20th anniversary and perform at various venues in Los Alcázares during the festive season. Spangles is a ladies' a cappella chorus that rehearses every Thursday at Centro Municipal Las Claras. For more information, visit their website or email info@spangleschorus.com.
SAT ANIMAL RESCUE
Clover is a 5.5-year-old medium crossbreed, who arrived very nervous but now is a confident loving dog.
For more info WhatsApp 688792515 or at: info@satanimalrescue.com
TORREVIEJA ‘HIPPIE’ STALLS RELOCATE
The ongoing stormwater collector project at the port of Torrevieja has necessitated the relocation of 20 craft stalls, known as 'hippie' huts.
Led by the water company Agamed, the project aims to mitigate flooding on Rambla Juan Mateo and the port area and is expected to be completed by Easter next year.
Workers began fencing off the affected area last Friday, with dismantling starting on Monday. The stalls will be moved next to the recently renovated Customs building.
The project, with a budget of 3,880,294 euros, will create a 298-meter rainwater channel, connecting Calle Pedro Lorca with the port basin, including a large archway at Paseo de la Libertad.
A purification system will reduce pollutants reaching the sea.
FANCY A CHIRINGUITO IN TORRE DE LA HORADADA
Applicants have until Thursday 14 November 2024 if they wish to participate in the tender for 3 Pilar de la Horadada Chirunguitos.
The contracts to be awarded are for the bars on the beaches Higuericas, Puerto and Rio:
Chiringuito at Playa de las Higuericas, from 15 March to 15 November 2025, 2026 and 2027; with a
Orihuela set to lose another large EU Grant
PSOE councillor Isidro Grao says that the deadline to justify a 471,000 euro subsidy for the refurbishment of the promenade Calvo Sotelo in the city is December 31, 2024, and that, according to public information of the contract, neither company offers nor formalities have been carried out since last August.
Grao, said on Thursday that the project has a period of execution of six months and "it is clear that the lack of action by this government will lead to the irrecoverable loss of funds that could have benefited our city, 471,000 euros that surely we will now have to be paid by Oiolanos”.
minimum annual tender fee, of 50,000 euros.
Chiringuito at Playa del Puerto, from 15 March to 15 November 2025, 2026 and 2027; with a tender fee of 20.000 euros.
Chiringuito at Playa del Rio, 1 January to 31 December 2025, 2026 and 2027; with a tender fee of 80,000 euros.
ART AT THE QUESADA CULTURAL CENTRE
From November until the end of December, there will be a display of Art from local Artists in the Cultural Centre in Calle Pino, Quesada.
We are a friendly group who meet in the library at the Cultural Centre every Wednesday 10.00- 12.30. Why not go along and speak to the artists. There will be acrylic paintings, watercolours and drawings on a wide range of subject matter. New members are always welcome, just come along and give it a try.
Contact Jean Wilkinson for more information on mob. 633 964 482
QUICKIE CROSSWORD
ACROSS ACROSS
1.Trench (5)
4.Overwhelmed (7)
8.Sports-ground (7)
9.Devout (5)
10.Kiln (4)
11.Creed (8)
13.Poke (4)
14.Remain (4)
16.Taciturn (8)
17.Mica (4)
20.Angry (5)
21.Blame (7)
22.Balcony (7)
23.Live (5)
CAN YOU MASTER THE SUDOKU CHALLENGE?
Fill in the grid so that every row, every column, and every 3x3 box contains the digits 1 to 9.
8.Graduate is next to learner on the way to the city (7)
9.Waste first discovered by singer Diana (5)
10.About 14 at the end of the prayer (4)
11.These motives might be to rule riot out-of-order (8)
13.Agodís back in Egypt (4)
14.Intend to be tight-fisted (4)
16.Man got sent out somehow and laid low (8)
17.Sign that the captainís back (4)
20.Perfect! Iím the banker! (5)
21.Some kangaroos terrify a bird (7)
22.Mr. Kellyís is the first book (7)
23.Some meagre bed for a bird (5)
DOWN
1.Robinís crazes for changing note discovered on the road (5,8)
2.Jack, the French Duke perhaps (5)
3.Sailorís treaty (4)
4.Somehow get Len to become amiable (6)
5.Comedian Ken had English wine and moved unsteadily (8)
6.Making noise or wearing away (7)
7.She visits the sick to tend Sir Curtis somehow (8,5)
12.Heís cruel to upset the labourer (8)
13.Doctor has a boneless fish (7)
15.Brides tidy up the rubble (6)
18.Acrook might be near this joint (5)
19.Leaving without accepting oneís medal (4)
LEADER TRIVIA QUIZ (Answers on page 23)
1. Although Ringo said he detested drum solos, he was once convinced to perform one on a Beatles studio album. Can you name the song?
2. The album cover photo of the number one bestselling album in the UK in 1977 depicted the four band members standing in the front of (or sitting inside) a helicopter. Can you name the album?
3. The Bee hummingbird, which is the smallest living bird in the world, is native to which island?
4. What is the iron-containing protein which gives our blood its red colour?
5. Landlocked Bolivia is surrounded by which five countries?
6. Which sporting rules are named after the 19th century marquess John Sholto Douglas?
7. The world-renowned opera house in Milan is called La Scala? What does "scala" mean?
8. Which 17th century French mathematician, scientist and philosopher is regarded as 'the father of modern philosophy'?
9. Which famous city lies between False Bay and Table Bay?
10. The following lyrics are all from songs with the word "Go" somewhere in the song title. Can you name the song? .
It is the evening of the day, I sit and watch the children play, b. Babe, I love you so, I want you to know, c. One day is fine the next is black, so if you want me off your back, d. Inside my heart is breaking, my make-up may be flaking
11. Name the four chambers of a mammalian heart.
12. Mechanical 'Jaegers' (pronounced 'yeh-gers') do battle in an attempt to save the Earth in which Hollywood science fiction film?
13. When dropped on its end from a height equal to its length, which battery will bounce: a dead battery or b: a fully charged battery?
14. Plus or minus 1,891 km, how long is the border shared between Canada and the USA?
15. King Idris was the first and only king of which African country between 1951 and 1969? a. Libya b. Kenya c. Nigeria d. Lesotho.
16. "Whoever wins ... we lose." was the poster tag line to which 2004 science fiction horror film?
17. The unofficial 'Triple Crown of Motorsport' is winning which three prestigious events?
18. Hollywood stars Morgan Freeman, Danny Glover and Sidney Poitier have all played which man in film or television? a. US President b. Martin Luther King c. God d. Nelson Mandela
19. What kind of Gators supported Neil Young on his hit album Harvest?
20. Who is the only player to have scored five goals in a single match at the FIFAFootball World Cup? A. Ronaldo b. Just Fontaine c. Miroslav Klose d. Oleg Salenko
Levante Breakwater in Torrevieja Closed for Refurbishment
The Levante breakwater in Torrevieja is closed for refurbishment, with construction expected to last until July next year.
The construction company CHM has started resurfacing and remodeling work, prohibiting passage during this time. However, vehicles heading to the fish market or Marina Salinas sports port are allowed beneath the breakwater.
The entire promenade is fenced off with signs indicating restricted access, impacting the fish market, Marina Salinas marina, and related businesses.
To mitigate this, vehicle access and pedestrian transit are permitted along the lower part of the breakwater and up to the Marina Salinas car park entrance during the initial phase of construction.
Councillor for Urban Services Sandra Sanchez announced that the parking lot under the dock walkway will be fenced off to isolate the work area and prevent pedestrian movement. Arrangements have been made with the Animal Protection Department to
ensure authorized feeders can access cat colonies along the Levante dam.
The project, worth 6,543,733 euros (VAT included), was announced last October after overcoming tender issues and obtaining authorization from the Generalitat.
The refurbishment aims to ensure the breakwater's optimal condition for the next 20 years, using durable, moisture-resistant technological wood for the pavement and stainless steel for the railings. New viewing points will be opened by partially demolishing the bench, while preserving the metal structure and sail-shaped pergolas.
ROJALES PANTOMIME GROUPPRESENTS DICK WHITTINGTON
Alderman Fitzwarren (Paul Clough) and Mrs. Gubbins (Dave Hart) embody a love-hate relationship, with Fitzwarren's ambitions clashing with Gubbins' practical sensibilities.
Gubbins' love for Fitzwarren remains evident despite her eye rolls at his grand schemes.
As the characters navigate their tangled emotions, audiences are treated to a spectacular display of humour, song, and dance.
Idle Jack (Leigh Humphries) adds mischievous charm, creating a comedic foil to the serious undertones of ambition.
Jack's antics not only entertain but also challenge authority, highlighting the tumultuous relationships between young and old, hope and cynicism.
The production, rich in humor, song, and dance, showcases the dynamic between these characters, with vibrant costumes and engaging choreography making the love-hate theme central.
Tickets from the usual outlets or by email from: rojalestickets4panto@gmail.com
Guiris rule in San Pedro del Pinatar okay
"Guiri" is a playful term used by the Spanish to describe typical northern European visitors to Spain, often implying stereotypes like "socks and sandals" and sunburn, but generally not meant to be insulting.
The ADAPT Theatre's upcoming pantomime, "Snow White and the 7 Guiris," humorously explores these stereotypes.Performances will be
held on November 28, 29, and 30 at 7 p.m.and December 1 at 12 noon at the Salon de Actos, Casa de Cultura, San Pedro del Pinatar. Sponsored by the ADAPT Metal Detecting group, all proceeds go to local charities.Tickets are 4e and available from Mail Pinatar and Bar Amigos, or by calling Eric on 656 361 098.
The Church of JESUS CHRISTof Latter-Day Saints in Torrevieja meet at 10.00 each Sunday in their chapel at Rambla Juan Mateo Garcia, 104. All Welcome. Phone or whatsapp the missionaries on 659 016 733
Join us at the SALT CHURCH Sundays at 10.30 am. We are a friendly church, bible centred in our teaching and informal in our worship. Meets at Calle Daya Nueva 12, PolÌgono Ind. Levante 11, 03187 Los Montesinos. We look forward to meeting you. www.Saltchurchspain.
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International Christian Assembly, Calle Beniajan 14, Torrevieja -Evangelical Church. Sunday Service 11 a.m.; - Contact 966 799 273 / 660 127 276. Evangelical non-denominational church. www.icatorrevieja.org
The Car of the Month at AUTOMOVILES CRESPO is an attractive 2019 Ford Ecosport at just 21,900e Come along to our large showroom in Elche and see our vast range of new and used cars or call 96 666 22 60 for all our latest offers. See page 5. We can assure you of the biggest and best choice of new and used cars in the area for price, choice and quality. ENGLISH SPOKEN
AGE CONCERN BEREAVEMENTGROUP.
Have you lost somebody close to you? Are you finding life difficult after a bereavement? Come along and chat to other people in the same situation. Starting on October 10th, then every Tuesday from 2-4pm at the Age Concern Centre, Calle Paganini, La Siesta, Torrevieja. 96 678 6887. Everyone is welcome. Los Alc·zares Digital Camera Club. Interested in photography? We invite you to come and join us at our twice monthly meetings. Please contact coordinatorladcc@ gmail.com or see http://www.los-alcazarescamera.club/ for details.
COMMUNITYCARE ASSOCIATION (CCA) Open to residents of Orihuela Costa over 60 years of age. Located at the Centro Civico Alameda del Mar. Open 2 times a week for a programme of English speaking activities, various Spanish lessons including Games & Quiz on Mondays. Art sessions and Easy Conversation on Wednesdays. Information and advice regards living in Spain. Anyone wanting to join CCAsocial activities can pop along between 12pm Mondays and Wednesdays for more info from Eva or Norah in the Cafe area. Email: oc.communitycare@gmail.co m Social Activities: Spaces available now. Mondays.
Spanish Level 2. Spanish Games & Quiz. Wednesday. Easy Spanish Conversation. Age Concern Costa Blanca Sur is here to help with well being for the over 50ís. We need volunteer Drivers and people to join our Home Visiting Team to visit a Residential Home, and take them out for a coffee. Call into our centre in La Siesta , ring 966 786 887 or email: costablanca@ageconcern.org.es Royal Naval Association, Torrevieja Branch meets on the first Wednesday of the month at 5pm at the Lakeview bar, Quesada. For more info contact Chairman Tony Jenkins on +44 7576
117 222, Secretary Steve Hemingfield 0n Mob/Whats 711 011 373
The RAFACosta Blanca RMG is a social group of caring people and remains affiliated to the parent Assn. Contact is via the RAFA website rafa.org.uk.
SEADOO WAKE PRO 215 - 2017.2 keys. Wake board carrier attachment and Trailer. Pontoon at Campoamor PLUS RENAULT MEGAN CONVERTIBLE 2000 with tow bar. 100,000km.New ITV from 15 July 24. Dry storage available if needed (optional extra). Currently SSR registered but was previously Spanish registered.
Ill health forces sale of this popular Health and Beauty Salon which is sold with all the fixtures and fittings. 6 seats for attending hairdressing clients, an
and pedicures, a
WHAT IS A VOLUNTARY ITV?
If you have a foreign registered vehicle, the mandatory vehicle inspection must be done in the country where the vehicle is registered. So, for example, if you have a UK registered vehicle, you must get your MOT done in the UK.
There is sometimes confusion because a number of people have taken their cars to Spanish ITV stations and undergone an ITV test. This is most likely true, but the difference is it is what is known as a voluntary ITV and is not legally binding.
You can take any vehicle at any time to an ITV station, and they will inspect it, but even for Spanish registered vehicles, this voluntary ITV is beneficial as a preventive tool, but it does not affect the expiration date of the periodic and mandatory ITV.
The Spanish Association of Collaborating Entities of the Administration in the Technical Inspection of Vehicles, AECA-ITV, explain that one of the preventive measures that drivers have to guarantee the correct functioning of their vehicle systems before making a long journey, such as before the Christmas holidays for example, is the voluntary ITV. It is a type of technical inspection that can be
completed (if the interested party so requests), such as the one that is carried out on a mandatory and periodic basis for all vehicles, or partial, which means that only correct operation of a specific element or system of the vehicle is checked, for example, the brakes, steering or emissions. These types of inspections usually have a lower cost than a periodic and mandatory ITV and do not affect its expiration date. It does however offer peace of mind before undertaking a road trip.
Likewise, the voluntary ITV can also be of great help when purchasing a second-hand vehicle. It is a tool that allows the buyer to be assured that the car you are going to acquire is in good condition and allows the seller to offer a guarantee of the proper functioning of the vehicle.
On some occasions, used cars can present complex problems that are not detected with the naked eye and that can only be seen through a complete check such as that carried out by ITV stations, which includes: the engine, the lighting, the brakes, the emissions, among other systems. Also, through this type of inspection, it can be detected, for example,
A voluntary ITV is not legally binding.
if the vehicle has any non-legalised reform. Of course, with this type of voluntary inspection, you should know that if any serious or
very serious defect is detected, you will still have to get that fixed immediately, and then return to the ITV station to verify that it has been corrected.
COUNTRY BOWLS CLUB SU MMER FINALS
It has been a great summer of Bowling at Country Bowls Club culminating in the finals of our Valle Del Sol Competitions.
In the Open Singles Del Gunning narrowly defeated John Jukes winning 21 - 18
The mixed Pairs saw another Nail biting finish with Della Wailes and Kevin Storey coming through on the last end20 - 19 against Linda Hier and Derek Jiggins.
The Ladies Pairs saw Jayne Storey and Della Wailes win another tight game 16 - 13against Brenda Jiggins and Linda Ponsford.
Jeff Hier and Tom Macdonald defeated Colin Roberts and Eric Bishop 19 - 14 in the Aussie Pairs final.
The Triples competition was won by Del Gunning Linda Hier and Kevin Storey who edged past Jo Richardson John Jukes and Daniel Verralls 18 - 15. The final game was the mixed rinks where Val Lever Della Wailes Steve Wailes and Kevin Storey triumphed over Lynne Bishop Bob Gardner Allan Lever and Eric Bishop.
If you want to see yourself in these pictures next year come along to the Club and give us a try you will not be disappointed.
Find us on facebook or give me a call on 44 7976 075 905.
Kevin Storey - Captain Country Bowls.
WINNERS: Top - Mixed Rinks, CentreAussie Pairs, Ladies Pairs and Mens Singles. Bottom - Mixed Triples and Mixed Pairs
EMERALD ISLE BC
Neptunes started the week off by travelling to play at Monte Mar Matadors and they had a fine 10-2
Aggregate of 93-57. I Laverick A Pridmore E Bennett 29-9, G Dyer E Morris J Loughran 23-16, T Paffett
P Moore G Odell 21-8, M Nash J Sayers G Wallis 18-7
Moonrakers played San Miguel Marlins and the slipped to a 4-8 Aggregate of 87-101, J Renshaw J Buxton J Macgregor 21-6, D Clark M Peaper A Forrest 24-10
Hijackers visited on Tuesday and
went away 4-2 Winners Cavaliers played away at Quesada Swallows and came away with a fine win 8-4 Aggregate of 99-74. M Oakley N Prior A M Gerrard 26-10, I Laverick S Elvin D Gerrard 24-12, D Jones R White C Lindgren 23-16 Claymores were at home against Greenlands Cedars and slipped to a 3-9 Aggregate of 68-81 defeat, K John C Wilson J Fenty 12-11, A Gower A Pridmore J Sayers drew 12-12 all SAPS is on at 13-15 on Saturdays ELWYN MORRIS
Monte Mar Bowls and Social Club
Sponsored by The Pub, Gran Alacant Insurances, Dialprix, The Belfry, Skippers, La Piedra, Santara Resort, The Reiki Room.
LLB SABA Discovery League - Matadors v Emerald Isle Neptunes
A tough game at home to Emerald Isle Neptunes, we only managed to win on one rink. Well done to Sheila Roberts, Cindy Bedford skip Joan Harding 17-7. Shots 57 – 93. Points 2 – 10.
LLB Souhern League - Matadors v Vistabella Picadors
Another tough game at home this time to Vistabella Picadors. There were some close games but we only managed to win on one rink and draw on another rink. Well done to the winning rink, Paul Dodd, Tony Kershaw skip Phil Goble 17 – 16 and the drawing rink, Sheila Roberts, Rod Chamberlain skip Keith Young 18 -18. Shots 70-102, Points 3-9
For further information about Monte Mar Bowls and Social Club check out our website www.montmarbowls.com. We are also on Facebook.
San Luis Bowls CLUB
By Sheila Cammack
On Saturday 4th we had the pleasure of playing a friendly match against a lovely group of ladies from Eaglesham BC, Glasgow. They found our green quite a challenge, since they were all grass players. Obviously we had home advantage but in the end the scores didn’t really matter - the important things were meeting new people, having fun & enjoying playing bowls in the sunshine!
South Alicante League: Monday 4th SL Trekkers had a good start to the week, home v Vistabella Albatrosses, 10 points-2, 81 shots-57. Winners: Mary & Phil Lockley, Vic Mahomet 218, Joy & Brian Gardiner, Jean Cooper 22-16, Sue Kenyon, Jane & Stewart Hamill 16-9. Unfortunately VB were a player short so had to forfeit a team score.
SL Romulans had a tough battle away v Greenlands Beech, 4 points-8, 72 shots-96. Winners: Oyund Lund, Derrick Cooper, Mike Wyatt 16-15, Lesley & Wayne Howlett, David Whitworth
31-13. SL Klingons BYE.
Winter League: Wednesday 6th San Luis had an excellent result at home v Benitachell Bandits, 10 points-0, 86 shots-43. Well done to all the winners: Cathy Morrisroe, Bill Webb, Noel Morrisroe, Scott Malden 22-10, Jane Hamill, Barbara Louis, Stewart Hamill, Ian Kenyon 30-8, Neil Burrows, Dee Hoey, Carol & Gary Thorpe 19-11, Dave Blackie, Gordon Paton, Keith Phillips, Dave Webb 15-14.
Southern League: Friday 8th SL Tigers had a close fought match at home v Country Bowls Panthers, 6 points-6, 85 shots-74. Winners: Mary & Phil Lockley, Vic Mahomet 20-8, Joy & Brian Gardiner, Jean Cooper 19-15.
SL Lions also had a close fought battle, away v Greenlands Oaks, points 6-6, shots 96-89. Winners: Margaret Morrison/Sandra Burrows, Mike Veale, Neil Morrison 28-15, Neil Burrows, June Jones, Scott Malden 26-10. SL Leopards BYE
San Luis is a friendly club, but we are also competitive, with teams in all leagues. We welcome new players; those who
QUESADA BOWLS CLUB
Quesada Swifts were at home to San Miguel Cherokees. The match was played in warm weather, and in a great friendly manner. Only winning on 2 rinks, the winning teams wereJohn Cleal, Max Holmes, Richard Lerwin 25 - 23. Jaqui Denman, Carl Evans Meurig Thomas 23 - 10. The shots 94-100 and the overall score went to the Cherokees 8- 4
4th Nov The Rubies like the Swifts were at home to San Miguel Stingrays the results were also similar just winning on 2 rinks, the winners being Ray Cole, Ray Phillipson, Tony Denman, 19- 15 Sandra Johnson Carl Evans Meurig Thomas 25- 7. The shots were all square with 78 a piece. The Points 7 going to the Cherokees but a good 5 points to the Swifts. The Diamonds were away at Country Bowls Seahawks, a good days bowling for the Diamonds, winning on 4 rinks, winning teams were, Joan Inns, Mike Sumner, Mike Inns 20 - 11, Peter Rees, Brenda Rees, Harald Olsen 30 - 12, Ann Heath, Robert Heath, Barry Armstrong, 24 -13, Dorothy Benson, Stella Jakeman, Abby Benson, 23 - 19. Just missing out by 5 shots were Dave Gould , Cathy Skinner, Andy Reid. A great 10pts - 2 and overall shots 11174 Well done Diamonds.
A rearranged match between Quesada Pearls at home to Greenlands Maples, the Pearls won on 2 rinks, 2 losses and a draw, a real mixed bag of bowling. The winning teams were, Allen Bowen, Violet Campbell, Peter Morgan, 21 -13. Mel Highland, Terry Morgan, Chris Brasier 16 - 12, Brian Trinder Colin Highland,Mel Ward, 23 all. The shots and the points went to the Maples 107 - 82 and 7 - 5. By Chrissie Edwards
SAN MIGUEL BOWLS CLUB
By Barry Jones
On Monday San Miguel had two teams in action. The Marlins were home to Emerald Isle Moonrakers. The Stingrays were away to Quesada Rubies, where they won 7 - 5, 78 shots each. The best winning triple were Matta Jonsdottir, John King and Rev Harvey 20 - 11.
On Wednesday San Miguel were home to Vistabella, where they had a great win taking all the points 10 - 0, 91 shots to 48. The best winning rink were Allan Patterson, Lee Sinclair, Fred Willshire and Gail Willshire 30 - 6.
On Friday San Miguel had two teams in action, the Apaches were home to Quesada Swans where they won 8 - 4, 94 shots to 73. The best winning triples were Lee Sinclair, Dave Greenland and Lynn Greenland 26 - 16. Also Allan Patterson, Derek Farmer and Gail Willshire 19 - 9.
The Navajos were not so lucky, they were away to Country Bowls Geckos where they lost 2 - 10, 70 shots to 84. The winning trip were Anne Young, Barry Jones and Dave Young. 14-12.
A reminder that the Wasps sessions take place Wednesdays 1.30pm for 2.00pm - ˇ5 for an afternoon’s bowling with shoes and bowls available to borrow. Due to the popularity of the Wasps, first time bowlers are asked to attend an initial coaching session on Tuesday afternoons, starting at 1.45pm, by appointment ONLY. To book, please call Dave or Lynn Greenland on +34 667 207 508.
We welcome all bowlers who would like to join San Miguel B.C. as we are a unique clubwe only pay owner fees and a club fee and NO LEAGUE RINK FEES.
For further information on San Miguel B.C please contact club secretary Barry Jones on 602 504 905 or club president Alan Campbell on 606 676 118
LA MARINA BOWLS CLUB
BY BARRY ROBERTS
have already played competitively and want to continue, or those who want to try out this “new” sport and above all enjoy the game. If you wish to find out more about bowling, or San Luis BC, please come along to Oasis to watch, maybe to enjoy a drink or a snack and give yourself a chance to have fun and meet new friends, by joining in the Open Roll-Up 9:30/10:00 on Saturday mornings..
There was no league game on Monday, due to there being a league bye. Next Mo day we travel to San Luis in the Enterprise League.
Friday saw us travel to El Rancho in what was a very close encounter. The home team took 3 rinks
El Rancho Bowls
to our 2, but two good wins by the Rinks of Trevor Hancock, Alan Birch and John Rae 24 - 17, and Janet Parsons, Stewart Wright and Barry Roberts 22 - 12 meant that we took the aggregate score by 9 shots, resulting in a match score of 6 - 6.
If you would like to try your hand at lawn bowls, contact Barry on 641873985 for more information. New members always welcome.
GREENLANDS BC
By Pearl Houghton
Monday afternoon found the Raiders at Greenlands, playing against the Chestnuts. It was quite a hot afternoon, but we had a good match, with the home team taking the rinks 4-1.
On Wednesday the Rustlers played host to Bonalba and played well in drawing the rinks by 2-2 and losing the overall shots by just one shot, well played.
Sheila Cox, Lesley Day, Judy Foley and Derek Barker 7-28. Frances Johnston, Bill Johnston, Deckie Coleman and Diane Yates 12-25. Jean Coleman, Pam Harris, Dave Haynes and Marion Haynes 32-8. Chris Ziepe, Ron Greenstreet, John Ziepe and Henry Ryder 18-9. Friday brought La Marina to El Rancho to play the Mustangs, with the home team taking the rinks by 3-2, whilst La Marina took the overall shots by a small margin, hence 6 points each. Agood result from a good match and remember losing a rink is as much to do with your opponentsíplay, as your own. Bowlers of all levels are welcome at El Rancho. Contact secerbc@gmail.com
TORREVIEJA DARTS LADIES ORGANISATION
5th November Founders Format Week 6
Friendly Temps2 - 7CK1 Ladybirds
Tipsy Tigers7 - 2Dolly Mixtures
Wacky Chicas7 - 2Primadonnas
LEAGUE TABLEPPts
Gap Girlz537
CK1 Ladybirds529
Tipsy Tigers423
Wacky Chicas517
Friendly Temps516
Primadonnas516
Dolly Mixtures513
Hot darts Week 6 - Mitch Halliday (PD) 162, 133, 133, Ann Wharton (FT) 127, 109, Dons Ralph (LB) 125, 118, Trudy Collins (LB) 121, 100, Sandra Crabbe (LB) 133, Gora Bryndis (PD) 126, Carol Hurley (PD) 118, Sue Snook (WC) 116, Wendy Hayward (TT) 114, Nina McGuinness (TT) 114, Kirsty Green (LB) 111, Lin Cousins (WC) 109, Julie Hallett (WC) 105, Emma Guy (DM) 103, Jane Kelly (FT) 100, Nicola Moseley (FT) 100
Maples were away to Quesada Pearls and enjoyed a 7 5, victory Elms were at home San Luis Romulus and they also had a win of 8 to 4 so well done great result.
Chestnut s were home to El Rancho and had a good win of 10 2 so well done. Winter League not good this week for results losing 10 /0 to El Cid.sl better luck next time.
Oaks versus San Luis lions and they draw 6 games each.
Cedars travelled to Emerald Isle and there were some really good games with Greenlands winning 9 to 3 so very well done .
CRU match report
The penultimate round of the Carp-R-Us Autumn/Winter Series was fished on a lovely autumnal day on the Eden 2 stretch of the Rio Segura. The last few matches scheduled for this venue have had to be cancelled or moved due to firstly low water levels and then a flood. Today the water looked in excellent condition with a good, steady flow. Everyone was looking forward to some good fishing.
Unfortunately, although everyone caught, the fishing was very average. Steve Fell won the match from peg 7 with 6.82kg caught fishing the pole to the far side and using mainly bread and occasionally corn. Second was Willy Moons with 2.98kg from peg 4. Willy, as usual, fished the feeder and pellet. Third was Roy Dainty who had 1.98kg on pole and bread from peg 3 and fourth was Jeremy Fardoe with 1.62kg on feeder and corn. With one match left to fish only two points separate the top four in the series, Trevor Morrey, Tony Felstead, Willy Moons and Steve Fell. All to play for next week on the same venue.
Information about the club can be found on its website www.carp-r-us.weebly.com or on the Facebook page Carp-R-Us Fishing Costa Blanca
The Ladies of Eaglesham and San Luis
Smiling Jacks Golf Society
Thank you all for supporting Smiling Jack's Golf Society. We had a wonderful day at the great Altaona golf resort and thanks to go all the staff for making it go so well. The course was in very good condition and a good challenge for us all.
I would like to welcome my surprise guest, my nephew Adam, who joined us for the first time and who I haven't seen in 8 years.
A big shout out to Lisa and Miguel for looking after us in Smiling Jack's. A special thank you goes to our Julie for preparing our wonderful feast as always.
Now for the scores: Nearest the pin on 3 Kev Moore, Nearest the pin on 11 tiny Isaacs, Nearest the pin in two on 6 Tom Burke
In joint second place with 33 points was Mark and Gary Rendall while today's winner with 34 points and a two-shot handicap reduction is Chery Isaacs well done.
The winner of the famous blue Johnny was Kieron Moat.
The special raffle prize winner of a free Smiling Jack's Golf Day, donated by the Ger, was Steve Simcock
The next event will be announced shortly. One again thank you for supporting Smiling Jack's
INBETWEENERS GOLF
On 7th November, the Inbetweeners Golf Club had the pleasure of hosting another thrilling home game at the picturesque El Plantio course. As the sun shone brightly in a warm and dry atmosphere, players played in ideal golfing conditions to a memorable day filled with impressive scores. Dave Slightam emerged victorious, clinching first place with a stellar score while Lisa Ansegard secured second place, with Les Pirie, finishing third
place for the second week in a row.
The nearest the pin challenges added an extra layer of competition, with Juha Jortikka conquering hole 7, Lisa Ansegard impressing on hole 9, and Tommy Ansegard on hole 14, keeping it in the family. Les Pirie again snagged the honour on hole 18.
To top off an already remarkable day, Dave also shared the coveted two’s pot, with Les Pirie making this a day to remember for multiple members.
As the club continues to thrive and grow, it's clear that the future is bright
for this vibrant community of golf enthusiasts.
With its strong camaraderie and passion for the game, the Inbetweeners Golf Club is the perfect place for anyone looking to take their golf game to the next level – and make some lifelong friends along the way.
If you're seeking a welcoming and friendly golf community, we encourage you to explore more about us on our website. Join us and experience the joy of golf in great company! www.inbetweenersgolfclub.com.
With nephew Adam
Winner Cheryl Isaacs
Kieron Moat
Tom Burke
MATCH RESULTS FOR KO CUPS 7thNOVEMBER 2024
DIVISION 1
Illy's Oldies5-7CK1 Chuggers Fire Station4-8Lesson St Trotters
High Finish's:Darren Sanderson 152, Andy Forest 86, Rob Norbury 85, Steve Collins 74
K.O.CUP 1stLEG RESULTS (2nd LEG - 5thDECEMBER)
DIVISION 1
ILLIES OLDIES V C.K.1 CHUGGERS
Not a great deal to choose between these 2 in the scores department, surprisingly, Oldies just won that one but not the tie.
1st half efforts of note from Craig Miller 3x100,125 and 2 outs, Des Field 134 and a 48 game shot for the old ones and for Chuggers nice finishes from Zack Green, Colin Gregory and Steve Dalton.Reg Christopher 120.
Paul Tollafield 100, edged Chuggers ahead on D20, opponent Howard Kalve 2x100, prior to that man Miller finding D20 to square the tie at 4-4.Full steam ahead for the visitors thereafter, Gregory 116, Green 100,115, Dalton 85,133, D2, taking the tie.Alan Fleming D2 taking the 12th.POTM Miller - Green.
FIRE STATION V LEESON ST.TROTTERS
Despite some cracking arrows from Station's Luke Monks 140,137,100 Eamon Daily 140,100 and Jamie Bagwell 121, D10, the hosts found themselves 2-4 down at sandwich time.The outer ring claimed by Trotters Alex Nikolov, Billy Dolling and the Skinners, Ken and Amanda.
Bagwell 140,125, D20 made it 3-4 before Dolling D19 and Amanda S.125,D10 got the visitors 3 ahead. Daily banged in a 177, D6 for Station's 4th, only for Trotters spoiling the hosts evening, Monique Edelenbos D10 and Skinner K, D19 taking the
remaining two.POTM - Daily - Amanda Skinner.
DOMIGNOMES V TIPSY COW
A reasonable spread of scores from Cow's Murray Macleod, Lesley Lumb, Simon Perryman and POTM Steve Lumb proved inadequate against a strong Gnomes performance.Lumb, Cow's lone point scorer. Gnomes will need just a further 2 legs in the return to proceed to the semis.No big finishes from last season’s league champions, just a solid all-round performance.
Olly Walker was Gnomes POTM with 2 outs and 3 tons, Jonny Jiminez 2x133,95.Twelve 3 figure scores from Gnomes.
TOPPERS
V MIND THE GAP
With Hyenas having been eliminated in the 1st round, i had the pleasure of witnessing this exhibition of dart throwing.Credit to all those who participated, it was the best of local darts.
Toppers found themselves 4-0 up, before Gap found their finishing boots to be 4-2 down prior to the singles.Dave Askew made it 5 for Toppers, the writing on the wall for Gap.
Pete Spence faced Darren Sanderson in the 8th, the Topper banging in 2x140, to leave a 2-figure shot. Sanderson hoping to leave a similar out from 152. He went one better with 60,60, D16 for the leg and 5-3.It proved a stepping stone as Gap won the remainder for victory.
Stats - Toppers - 20 ton plus scores, Paddy Moran 180, 15 scores 80+.Askew POTM - 9 Ton+
Gap - 21 ton plus scores, 180's Sam Salt and POTM Sanderson, 8 scores 80+.
It should be one hell of a 2nd leg at the Gap on December 5th, standing room only, I've claimed a front row seat already.I wouldn't be surprised if the tie ended 12-12 overall, necessitating a 1001 team game decider.
DIVISION 2
TIPSY COW ARCHERS V TIPSY TOAD TIARAS
This was a game of 2 halves, dominated by Tiaras in the 1st, a complete reversal in the 2nd.Excellent finishing from Pat Schofield 76 out, Nina McGuiness 95, D7, Sharon Crane 67 out and Lisa Ivill, for Tiaras.Archers response a Rob Norbury 85 out and Steve Faldon nailing D10.
Reinvigorated by the break, Archers levelled through Paul Raffell and Greg Annuik, taking the lead with a
Faldon POTM 100, D5,D7, getting to 6 with a Steve Collins 74 out.Steve Franklin and Norbury completed the 2nd half rout.Eileen Askew Tiaras POTM.
C.C.BEES V PINT DEPOT QUEENS
Reasonable performances from Queens Ronnie Bowden, Rachel Broadhead, Alison Hands and POTM Matt Cummins 2x81,2x100, proved inadequate as Bees pounded the main trebles, racing to a 1st half 5-1 lead.
Richie McSweeney knocking in 3 tons and 2 outs, Simon Bantleman 2 tons and outs.
Cummins opened the singles with a D4 victory over Bruce Admiral 2x100, Bees reeling off the remaining legs for a comfortable 1st leg advantage.Martin Hamer Bees POTM.
C.K.1 TORNADOS V FALLEN ANGELS
Tornados managed just the one leg in this tie, courtesy of a Steve Mullen out earning himself a POTM. Plenty of other home side scores but not enough to
tackle a free scoring Bees.
Best of the Angels bunch, a James Mackay out on the bull, Graham Whites2x80+,2x100 and a sterling Andy Forrest effort that included 3 tons, 4x80+ and 3 outs, one an 86 on the Bull for POTM. Tornados will have an uphill struggle to turn this one round in the 2nd leg.
DOMINOS DESP’DOS V DARTAGNANS (FREAKIES)
A Colin Kernahan 95,133 and a Kathy Wallbanks D12, opened Despos account, Dartagnans replied with 3 of their own, 3 figure scores from Jem Gledhill, Sharon Frain and Annette Dobson.Mitch Halliday 95 and D2.Wallbanks clawing one back on D10, prior to a Gledhill 95,100,100,D9 for 2-4.
Steve Harding D16 and Kernahan POTM 121,118 levelled the tie in the singles, the match nicely poised.
Unfortunately, the Musketeers had other ideas, Bryan Livsey 140, Gledhill POTM, Halliday and Frain reeling off the remainder for 4-8.
Steve & Eileen
Dave &Darren Olly &Steve
Paul, Sue &Colin
Loved Up Paul
San Miguel GS at Altoreal (6 November)
Priorities for this week have been charity donations. Firstly, the Society’s donation to the Red Cross for the DANA relief efforts in Valencia of e500 and secondly, with the forthcoming Remembrance Sunday, our charity donation to the RBL of e280 from the proceeds of this month’s notorious Blob Tin (pic. with Bob Smith). Again, none of this is ever possible without our generous members.
Onto the golf! Altorreal is strategically situated on elevated terrain close to Murcia (clue in the name!), providing panoramic views of the surrounding City, valley and hills. One of our longest trips but all worthwhile.
Concerns about the amount of rain that had fallen were distant thoughts once we saw how lush and green the course was. Obviously, the DANA affecting neighbouring areas was still foremost in our minds. Lots of buggies running out of battery today – never ideal when you are halfway through a round. The caddymaster was busy, busy, busy.
The course is nestled in around the houses and apartments with a few roads to cross to incorporate the natural topography, with elevation changes and strategically placed hazards that complement the landscape on this mature course.
A full field again with 48 good humoured golfers which wasn’t the case at the end with the scoring not in the high range this week! The consensus was that the course was in good shape with fast greens.
Altoreal’s back 9 holes requires a fair amount of accuracy – most of the golfers’s back 9 scores weren’t great which made others feel marginally better.
The results were as follows:
Gold: Keven Mitchell (32 points) Silver: Lee Eastman aka “el capit?n” (pic. second right) 34 points (best score of the day also!)
Bronze: Nick Goodwin (pic. far left) 31 points on countback
A “Two” was scored by each of: Darren Strugnell, Tony Smale and Graeme Millington.Nearest the Pins, with a prize of a sleeve of
SMGS branded balls, were Graeme Millington, Lee Eastman, Martin Clarke and Dave Friedman.Norman Padmore was the lucky football card winner today.
Another trek north to Font de Llop next week. A popular course with the Society.
Winners pictured with Darren Strugnell (President second right) Lee Eastman (Silver, far right), Nick Goodwin (Bronze, far left) and Keven Mitchell (Gold, second left). Also pictured Bob Smith and the Society’s “Secretary”.
SUDUK SUDUK O SOLUTION O SOLUTION
QUIZ FROM P 14:
1.The End (Abbey Road), 2.Arrival (ABBA) 3. Cuba, 4.Haemoglobin, 5.Brazil, Paraguay, Argentina, Chile and Peru.6.Boxing's Queensberry rules (Douglas was the marquess of Queensberry).7.Stairs.8.Rene Descartes.9. Cape Town.10.a.As Tears Go By (Rolling Stones), b.Please Don't Go (KC and the Sunshine Band), c.Should I Stay Or Should I Go (Clash), d.The Show Must Go On (Queen) .11. Right atrium, left atrium, right ventricle, left ventricle.12.Pacific Rim.13.Answer b.a fully charged battery (and nobody really knows why).14.8,891 km.15.Answer a.Libya.16.Alien vs Predator. 17.Indianapolis 500, 24 Hours of Le Mans and The Grand Prix of Monaco.18.Answer d.Nelson Mandela.19.Stray Gators.20.Answer d.Oleg Salenko (1994 Russia vs Cameroon)
