The Leader Newspaper 5 June 23 – Edition 974

Once again, the talented company that is Studio32 took over the Cardenal Belluga Theatre in San Fulgencio last week to put on their much anticipate enactment of ‘Hello Dolly’ a turn of the century tale that centres around Dolly Levi, a New York City matchmaker, and as I write this review three days after attending I am still in absolute awe.

I thoroughly loved the production. The music, the humour, the timing, the energy, the choreography, the colours, all made for a night of pure enjoyment. Such a pity that the opening night was played to a half empty theatre although I’m delighted to say that subsequent performances were much better supported, culminating on Saturday with a complete ‘sell out’. And so it should have been. This was Studio32’s best yet.

And what an accomplishment by Maxine McAleenon in the role of Dolly Levi. Given how many great actresses have played Dolly, she absolutely nailed the role. Her exquisite voice, her timing, and seasoned presence made her such a lovable character; such an exuberant talent in a role she could have been born to play.

Surrounding Dolly was a cast of characters with a multitude of problems, particularly in the love department where they sought Dolly’s sage advice. She helps them win their heart’s desires and in turn, helps herself to the biggest catch of all, Horace Vandergelder, played superbly by Andy Kirkwood, the tightest millionaire in all of Yonkers.

All the main actors are solid and Richie Lucy is especially delightful, taking the opportunity to show off his many talents in the role of store clerk “Cornelius Hacker” where he was able to demonstrate his impressive comedic and dancing chops.

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In his Studio32 debut, Jude Houghton as “Barnaby Tucker” was equally worthy as his partner in crime.

I was delighted to see Lydia Kay propelled from her normal ‘bit part’ role to that of “Irene Molloy.” She has a beautiful voice that resonates with sadness and hope. Bodil Holberg was hysterical as “Minnie Fay” and had the audience in stitches with her antics, while Paige Leigh Charlton in the role of cry baby Ermengarde, the young niece of Horace Vandergelder, had me chuckling every time she appeared on stage.

The supporting cast are very talented. I can’t imagine how much work went into producing the wonderful costumes and the scenery, and the show was a treat from beginning to

end. The staging was simple and effective, and it didn't distract from the wonderful songs and choreography.

Even though I've loved the score for decades, I felt like I was hearing some of the songs for the first time.

Andy Kirkwood, who played the part of Horace said “this is the best set of principals and ensemble that I have ever worked with.

It was all down to the three magicians, our Director Kevin Spicer, Musical Director Nicole Casey and Choreographer Lindsey Walker”.

For my part I feel that everybody involved in the production should be heartily congratulated. It really was a ‘stand out’ show, a classic with a big C. It was a night of colour, song and laughter, radiating joy from start to finish.

Mural in Memory of our Grandmas

By Andrew Atkinson

Artists of the Caves of Rojales, have painted a mural on the gable end of a property, 'In Memory of Grandmothers'.

The first purpose of Grandma's apron was to protect the clothes underneath, but, it also served as a mitt to

remove the pan from the oven.It was wonderful to dry the children's tears and sometimes wipe dirty faces.From the chicken coop, the apron was used to carry the eggs and sometimes the chicks.When visitors arrived, the apron served to protect shy children. This old apron was a bellows, waved over a wood fire. It was she who carried the potatoes and dry wood into the kitchen.From the garden, it served as a basket for many vegetables after the peas were harvested, it was the turn of the cabbages.And at the end of the

P O E T R Y C O R N E R

When after fifteen minutes

Mícheál Walsh Poetry

When after fifteen minutes, I haven’t breathed at all, It’s best to snuff the candle out, I answered Final Call;

No need to get upset, dear, For souls can never cease, You know we’re still together, For sure I’m now at peace.

When, after fifteen hours, You’re wondering what is now, The tears are often coming, And heavy hangs your brow,

You’ll find my words of comfort, Behind the mourner’s hearse, My poems are always with you,

My love in every verse.

When after fifteen days, dear, Though past has never fled, It’s time perhaps to better think, Of good times still ahead,

To live in hearts you leave behind, Is not to die but live, With memories, I leave behind, There’s still so much to give.

When fifteen years elapses, I’m still a passing thought, I hope my life and passing were, A lesson fondly taught,

Then you will know the path to me, And all you ever knew, In garden bower where once we met, Is where I wait for you.

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season, it was used to collect fallen apples.When visitors arrived unexpectedly, it was surprising to see how quickly this old apron could drop the dust.

When it was time to serve the meals, the grandmother went to the stairs to shake off her apron, and the men in the field knew immediately that they had to go to the table.Grandma also used it to put the apple pie right out of the oven on the windowsill to cool."It will be many years before any invention or object can replace this old apron.In memory of our grandmothers.

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ORIHUELA COSTA VOTE INCREASES ALMOST 18PTS BUT STILL FALLS SHORT OF

The Party for Independence (PIOC) picked up most coastal votes, winning the votes of a large number of foreign residents but, as it fell just short of the 5% mark necessary it failed to obtain a councillor. The Partido Popular trailed behind PIOC in second while the support for Cambiemos, which lost more than 700 votes, was decimated.

Of the 7,069 registered in the electoral roll in Orihuela Costa, 3,467 actually voted, represents 48.9%, while at the last Municipal Election in 2019 it was 31% so participation has increased by about a thousand voters, almost 17.9%.

Unfortunately, however, it still continues to be low despite the fact that the campaigns to capture the coastal vote had been running for some time. One major factor would appear to be the additional steps required to be taken by British voters wishing to register, with many, even in the days leading up to the elections, still not aware of the fact that the system had changed following the UK’s exit from the EU. However, of the expats that did vote the vast majority quite clearly supported the PIOC despite the vitriol churned out by one local politician in the days and weeks prior to the election.

Of the votes that were cast on the coast PIOC polled 1,382 votes (4.56%), with the PP in second, on 908 votes, increasing it’s share from the 312 it had four years ago. PSOE showed a slight decrease, from 471 to 420 while Vox polled rather better, increasing from 251 in 2019 to 388. Both Ciudadanos and Cambiemos took a hammering on the coast, C’s dropping back from 544 to 175 while Cambiemos had a disaster, winning just 240 votes, a fall of 709.

Four years ago Cambiemos were supported on the coast by CLARO while on 28M that support was shifted to PP on the understanding that it’s President, Antonio Cerdan, would be

given a post in the new government, should the PP be successful. However, it has recently been reported in the Spanish Daily Newspaper ‘Informacion’ that Cerdan has now been ‘dropped’.

Looking at the coastal vote by Voting Table, the trend can be further broken down, showing PIOC to have dominated the vote in the inland urbanisations with 44% of the ballot, while the PP fared rather better on the coast, with 38% of the vote.

PIOC leader, Ramón Fusté, said that his recently created party had managed to mobilize a large number of people who would normally have abstained while, at the same time highlighting the differences that exist on the two sides of the N-332.

With the segregation of Orihuela as it’s main objective PIOC is made up mostly of British supporters, a community with almost 10,000 registered residents in the municipality, with Fusté highlighting particularly the difficulties of his party reaching the Spanish electorate. “As a ‘start up’ movement party funds are extremely limited,” he said, "without any money for advertising and without the support of any of the Spanish media. As such it was always going to be extremely difficult.” Cerdán, meanwhile, rather arrogantly, attributed the result to the uninformed British vote, with the support of the English language press, that fuelled the illusion of independence.

What he seemingly failed to consider was the widespread discontent due to the large urban growth, much of it without planning, introduced by the PP, PSOE and C’s, that has resulted in deficiencies in the maintenance of public roads, lack of communication between urbanizations, abandonment of green areas, absence of basic amenities such as a library, theatre, sports facilities and social centres, problems with the collection of waste and in the coastal sewage network.

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KING FELIPE ATTENDS ARMED FORCES DAY

More than 3,100 soldiers,150 vehicles and 70 aircraft flew over and paraded through the centre of Granada on Saturday in celebration of Armed Forces Day,attended by Kings Felipe VI and Queen Letizia. The king had previously attended a prologue on Friday where he reviewed ships and Marine Infantry from the Spain Navy on the beaches of Motril.

The Minister of Defense,Margarita Robles,the Chief of the Defense Staff (JEMAD),Admiral Teodoro Esteban López Calderón; the heads of the Armies of Land,Air and Space and the Navy,the president of the Junta de Andalucía, Juanma Moreno and the acting mayor of Granada,Francisco Cuenca all attended Saturday’s ceremony.

For the first time,coinciding with the 35th anniversary of women first enlisting in the Armed Forces,a woman carried the flag that arrived from the air,carried a corporal of the Parachute Acrobatic Patrol of the Air and Space Army (PAPEA) Carmen Gómez Hurtado. Almost 40 aircraft took part in the fly past,comprising of nine Eurofighters and nine F18s.It was led by members of the Patrulla Águila (Eagle Patrol) from Santiago de la Ribera. Armed Forces Day dates to 1978 when the national festival was established to pay homage to the Army, Navy and Airforce.

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Local Police sued for not providing bulletproof vests

Alicante’s Social Court is hearing a case against the General Directorate of Police (DGP) which has been filed by the Jupol union after they failed to provide bulletproof vests to Alicante agents.

This is the first of the trials planned against the DGP for non-compliance with occupational risk prevention regulations which the union states is seriously endangering the lives of the agents.

Jupol has filed similar claims in Elche, Benidorm and Valencia and the union's

lawyer, Raquel Sánchez, has requested in the Alicante trial compensation of between 20,000 and 40,000 euros for a number of agents who do not have the necessary means of protection "to undertake the functions entrusted to them" and who are suffering "a serious

ORIHUELA COSTA CANNABIS CLUB CLOSED DOWN IN VIA PARK1

In the latest closure the Orihuela Local Police have seized 1.5 kilos of marijuana and 400 grams of hashish, as well as other cannabis-derived narcotics, from a cannabis club on the Orihuela Costa.

risk as they have not yet been issued with essential protection material".

Jupol said that there are some 600 police officers in Alicante who do not have bulletproof vests, with some agents still waiting after more than 13 years.

In addition, 759 euro in cash was seized and two people were arrested for an alleged crime against Public Health. A complaint has also been filed against the establishment for lacking a licence.

The operation was carried out on May 27, when members of the Local Police, who were carrying out surveillance work in the Via Park I shopping centre, saw that there was movement in and out of the Cannabis Cub 'The High Doctor'. On entering the premises, they found several people consuming marijuana and hashish cigarettes. The proprietors were unable to provide proof of being in posession of a license. The Local Police identified the eight people who were inside the premises and informed them that the Government Subdelegation would be notified of their names for alleged possession of illegal substances.

The establishment was sealed and the seized material was put before the courts at the Guardia Civil barracks in Torre de la Horadada.

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Torrevieja Ship lost at sea in Typhoon

The sailboat Pros, which has been on an epic voyage for some years after departing Torrevieja in 2019, has been lost at sea in a typhoon, although all crew are safe.

The ship, Captained by José Solá, from the Real Club Náutico Torrevieja, had a crew of seven people (five men and two women).

The 21-metre-long sailboat set sail from the Real Club Náutico Torrevieja and headed for the port of Seville, in August 2019, to begin a journey that Magellan and El Cano did 500 years ago.

It left Seville in August 2019 and was scheduled to complete the voyage in three years. She had a hundred trained volunteers who would take over at various times along the route. However, luck has not been with the project.

Four arrested in Orihuela Costa and San Miguel for sending drugs to Ireland

The Civil Guard has arrested 4 people in San Miguel de Salinas and Orihuela Costa who are alleged to be members of a gang based in La Vega Baja that was sending parcels full of marijuana to Ireland

One of the men arrested was picked up after he fled from a Guardia Civil patrol at a petrol station in the Madrid municipality of Rivas Vaciamadrid where he abandoned four suitcases with 54 kilos of marijuana. Rather ironically, the officers had only stopped to admonish him for using a mobile phone while he was filling up his vehicle.

In addition to exporting drugs to Ireland, they also sold in the municipalities in which they lived and where they were subsequently arrested. The ringleader is the only one of the four detainees who was denied bail and remains in detention after being handed over to the Investigating Court number 2 of Torrevieja.

"Operation Topila" was launched last February following the seizure of more than two kilograms of marijuana at the Barajas airport in two postal packages

sent from Orihuela Costa and San Miguel de Salinas.

Customs officers detected the suspicious packages destined for Ireland and the Judicial Police teams of Pilar de la Horadada and Torrevieja began to take steps to identify those responsible for the shipments.

While the investigations were progressing, another drug shipment was intercepted at the airport. A British citizen, and a Romanian woman who was helping, both from Orihuela Costa were identified. Both also had police records for other crimes, according to the Civil Guard.

In March there was an incident at a petrol station in the town of Rivas Vaciamadrid (Madrid) where a Civil Guard patrol was preparing to talk to a man who was using his mobile phone despite being prohibited to do so. Believing that he was about to be arrested the man fled, jumping several over fences on to high speed train tracks before disappearing.

The fugitive left his vehicle, inside

Alicante to Santa Pola Half Marathon Scheduled for November

Club AtlÈtico Montemar, organiser of the Gran Carrera del Mediterr·neo, has obtained approval for from the Real FederaciÛn EspaÒola de Atletismo (RFEA) for the fifth edition of the race, which will take place on Sunday, November 12, 2023, to be elevated to the international stage.

The race, which goes from Alicante to Santa Pola along the entire coast, hopes to bring together 3,000 runners, of whom 25% will, hopefully, foreigners.

Montemar hopes that the test will serve to bring sports tourism to the province, which can spend the night in hotels in Alicante, but also in Santa Pola, since participants are offered a transportation service.

On the other hand, taking into account the environment of the race, which crosses a coastal area with six blue flags,

which the agents found four suitcases with 54 kilograms of marijuana.

Investigators found the man hiding at his home in San Miguel de Salinas, alongside two accomplices. The house was heavily protected, "with security cameras and three dogs, all classified as potentially dangerous," says the Guardia Civil.

The operation was completed on May 18 and 22 with two house searches in San Miguel de Salinas and Orihuela Costa and the arrest of all the members of the gang, three British men and a Romanian woman, aged between 23 and 33 years.

All were charged with crimes against public health for drug trafficking, disobedience to law enforcement officers and belonging to a criminal group. Officers confiscated more than 60 kilograms of marijuana buds, together with a short weapon, 490 euros in bills of various values, instruments for weighing, packaging and producing hashish oil, documentation, terminals and mobile telephony.

First the pandemic forced the ship to remain anchored for months in the Peruvian port of Callao, and now the encounter with the typhoon 'Mawar' has resulted in its loss.

The sailboat has been missing since early Thursday morning, when super typhoon 'Mawar' reached the island of Guam, in the Pacific Ocean. Given the weather forecasts, Captain Sola decided to remain on the island of Guam, thanks to which he has managed to save the crew, but the shipwreck could not be avoided.

from the point of view of sustainability and with the aim of reducing the carbon footprint, in the next edition it will do without paper as much as possible. The runners will have QR codes for the delivery of the bib number and the runner's bag. People with disabilities will also be taken into account and different categories will be established for them.

On the hurricane danger scale, the 'Mawar' is at level 4, when the maximum is 5. Its passage through the island of Guam has caused enormous damage and devastated inland areas, although there have been no casualties.

The ship received a typhoon warning on Monday the 22nd, when she was anchored in the port of Apra, in Guam, where she had arrived on May 16 from the Solomon Islands. Given the weather warnings, the captain spoke with the port authorities to anchor the ship with special security measures and take refuge in a residence on the island while they waited for the ' Mawar' to move away so they could continue circumnavigating the globe.

During Wednesday, the fury of the super typhoon reached the port.

At dawn on Thursday, the captain and the sailors arrived at the port to find that the sailboat had disappeared. The port authorities and the United States Coast Guard told him that no trace of the ship had been detected. "The sailboat has not been found and we fear the worst," said the spokesperson for the association.

After several attempts and contacts on Sunday with Pepe Sola, he said that "the situation here is chaotic. The US Coast Guard continues to search for the ship, so far without success. We are fine. At the moment we are still here, trying to locate the ship. The airports are closed until June 6”, he added.

Three British men and a Romanian woman were arrested from properties in Orihuela Costa and San Miguel de Salinas

Despite appeals to local fishermen there has still been no sighting of Pros

EL PARTIDO DE LAS NACIONALIDADES POWER SHIFT IN SAN FULGENCIO

In one of the first government pacts to be agreed following the municipal elections, José Ballester will be the new mayor of San Fulgencio, after agreeing to govern in coalition with the PIPN

The Partido Popular (5 seats) and El Partido de las Nacionalidades (PIPN – 2 seats) have reached agreement in record time. The lawyer and local policeman who heads the PP list, José María Ballester, will be the new mayor of San Fulgencio. The agreement between the two party’s was formalised on Saturday between Ballester and the PIPN leader Charo Mejías. The PIPN’s two councillors, Mejías and Alain Franz Vanderbergen, of Belgian origin, will assume responsibility for Urban Planning, Works and Services, Parks and Gardens and Finance, roles that will guarantee the management of basic services, those which are of most concern to the residents of the urbanizations.

San Fulgencio is a municipali-

ty of 9,000 people with one of the highest proportions of foreign residents in the country: more than 65% of those registered. The demographic composition also has a high presence of the population over 65 and retired.

The pact leaves members of the largest voted party, the PSOE (6 seats), led by José Sampere, in opposition, along with his councillors Francisco Molero, Samantha Hull, Ana María Villena, Darren Parmenter and Alfredo Villanueva.

The new council will be made up of José María Ballester Sansano, mayor, Sara Nolasco Aldeguer, Paulino Herrero Cifuentes, Laura Bernabé Menárguez and Beatriz Hidalgo of the PP, along with the 2 PIPN councillors Charo Mejías and Alain Franz Vanderbergen.

San Fulgencio Burger King is Recruiting

If you live in San Fulgencio (it is a requirement to be close), and fancy a change in career, Burger King are currently recruiting delivery riders for their moped crew.

You have to know how to ride a moped, and have a licence, but they offer “Competitive incentives for distribution”, “Base salary + fees”, and a “Company motorcycle”, for a 50 hour per week contract.

If you don’t live in San Fulgencio, they are also recruiting in other areas around the Valencia region, including Quesada, Pilar de la Horadada, and Torrevieja, so pop in and ask. What have you got to lose?

José María Ballester (PP) and Charo Mejías (PIPN)

No Man is an Island -- Or Not Yet...

We each carry a whole world inside our head, apparently, which sounds like it might give you a sore neck, but I don't think my head is big enough, despite what anyone says. The most I could manage would probably be a micronation.

Micronations -- in Hollywood they call this a segue -- are small self-proclaimed entities claiming to be independent sovereign states, but acknowledged as such by almost nobody else. As a result, they can't have a team in the World Cup (like Scotland in recent times, I'm sorry to say) or take a seat at the United Nations, or even send a singer to Eurovision, which at least might provide some consolation for not appearing on many maps.

Reasons for the creation of such states include social experimentation, personal entertainment, and the conduct of criminal activity. Guns from places like Transnistria have turned up in conflicts all over the world.

Existing countries hesitate to recognise new states, lest they be accused of behaving like colonial powers, and neighbouring countries often don't want new ports springing up to challenge their own coastal dominance.

Not that Italy's Republic of

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Rose Island represented much of a threat, situated as it was on an offshore platform. It sank without trace when the Italian government blew it up in 1969. As did New Atlantis, a floating barge/sovereign republic founded in Jamaica by Ernest Hemingway's brother Leicester. He was some sort of writer, Leicester, I mean.

Many micronations sound tongue-in-cheek, or bite your

tongue to stop yourself laughing. The Aerican Empire in Canada lays claim to 'various interplanetary territories,' and with its motto, "The world is ridiculous; let's keep it that way," it certainly gets my vote. But where would the polling stations be? Indonesia's Sunda Empire is even less specific, being located somewhere 'between the earth and the sun.' Perhaps that's why its leading figures were arrested

for fraud. The Glacier republic is in Chile, where else? And no one is sure any more where the Other World Kingdom got to, when it departed the Czech Republic. At least the Kingdom of Wallachia was created as "an elaborate practical joke," like many other kingdoms, some might say.

There is a micronation in Australia on a farm, and -even smaller! -- the Austrian Republic of Kugelmugel is located in a Viennese park in a ball-shaped house. The Kingdom of Redonda is on the tiny uninhabited Caribbean island of the same name. Good luck being the monarch of that kingdom. London is a leader in lunacy, as usual. The Empire of Austenasia comprises 24 properties under the leadership of a house in Outer London. (Or outer space, perhaps.) The total population numbers 105 people and English is the lingua franca, if that makes sense, although 'some Latin is used.' An Englishman's home is his micronation. But beating them all, in my opinion, was the Nation of Celestial Space, comprising "the entirety of the universe." Based in Illinois. I wrote, applying for a passport, but was informed I didn't need one. Which made perfect sense, really. Didn't it?

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Sun shines on Campoverde Gardeners

to quiz the gardeners as they swapped tips and remedies. The organiser James McAllister from Campoverde Church in the Community explained that the event which is now in its 6th year, is aimed at offering gardeners from the Costa Blanca an opportunity to have a day out whilst visiting some of the interesting gardens in Campoverde.

James continued, “As a Church that is very much focussed on our community, we not only see Open Garden as a fun event for local people, but also as a means towards raising funds for our annual Kids Summer Club as visitors to the gardens very kindly make small voluntary donations.”

The annual Kids Summer Club which takes place in August each year, even has its own little link to Open Garden as James always includes the kids in a small gardening project.

The annual Campoverde Open Garden Day defied the unsettled weather to have a perfect day of bright sunshine between the bouts of rain that plagued the rest of the Costa Blanca. There were five gardens open to the public this year with each offering different aspects of gardening to suit all tastes. No matter whether you have a small terrace with a few pots or a large lawned paradise there was a something for everyone to enjoy. Over 200 people visited the gardens taking the opportunity

BOAT RESCUE IN TORREVIEJA

Emergency services were put to the test off the coast of Torrevieja last week, rescuing victims from a floating dinghy.

We say a HUGE thank you to all those who opened up their beautiful gardens and welcomed people from Campoverde and beyond into them; to all those who visited our gardens and brought delight to the gardeners and their helpers; to all those who made donations towards our Kids Summer Club. Most of all we offer a humble and heartfelt thanks to God who created all of nature and gave the world and everything in it for us humans to nurture and enjoy.

However, on this occasion, it was an exercise to test the responsiveness and coordination between the rescue services, the Proteccion Civil, and Cruz Roja, which included a team from Alicante. The stranded people were taken ashore from the dinghy and met in a purpose-

built tent, where they were processed and cared for.

The exercise was deemed a success and will enable the groups to work together more fluidly in the event of a real situation, which occurs all too often off the coast of the Costa Blanca.

Dinghy Rescue

A.I. ain’t what it used to be ....

A.I.is again grabbing the news headlines these days ñ same as it was in my part of the world back in the 1950s. There is however a monumental difference in how the invention of a couple of generations ago and the breakthrough of todayís A.I. will affect the worldís inhabitants. ëArtificial Intelligenceí undoubtedly will bring many benefits, but it is also to be feared and with repercussions for the Globe not yet fully understood.

The ërealíA.I; Artificial Insemination, was a different story altogether and was welcomed enormously in rural Ireland ñ unless you were a bull of course! There was an old Act on the statute books to control the breeding of livestock, but it really hadnít been widely enforced until around the time we are talking about.

ëScrub Bullsíbecame outlawed and the only lover a cow was entitled to take up with was a ëregistered bull.í This didnít make the job easy for small farmers with their own unregistered bull. You need to remember that getting the cow in calf was the foremost priority and papers and pedigree were only an irritant!

There is a hilarious story told concerning the convolutions of above and the great parliamentarian, James

Dillon ñ widely regarded as our Dailís greatest ever orator and debater.

It was election time and Dillon was delivering a speech from the back of a lorry somewhere in the west of Ireland. The TD found himself being continuously heckled by a man near the front, who wasnít in favour of

NATIONAL NEWS IN BRIEF

They think it´s all over… It isn´t, at least not just yet!

Even before the dust had settled on the recent elections, Pedro Sánchez, announced plans to hold a general election on 23 July. Although it could be a risky move for the socialist leader, given that the opposition PP gained power in many areas, and in others are most likely having to rely on coalitions with the far-right Vox group, the PSOE seem confident in their plan to prove their actions have the support of the electorate.

Unlike the elections last weekend, foreign residents are not eligible to vote in national elections.

having to offer his ëgrand little heiferíto several licenced bulls around his area, because she wasnít ëholdingíto any of these uppity pedigree bullsíñ and the man was adamant he had a ëlad of his owníin the field that would do the job.

The unhappy heifer owner really laboured it, naming all the licenced

Metal fragments warning in tofu brand

A new food safety alert has been published, warning of the risk of metallic remains in a brand of Tofu from Germany, of the Taifun brand, warning that if you have this product at home, don't eat it.

Tofu, also known as "vegan cheese", is a food that is prepared from soybeans, and is usually eaten alone, or as an ingredient in salads or stews.

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lot 254 (with expiration date June 2, 2023) and lot 274 (expiration date June 22, 2023).

bulls he tried who ëwerenít worth a damn.íAfter an hour he was still at it when James Dillon was trying to wind up the meeting. ëWhat about my grand little heiferí, the man shouted. Dillon had a powerful booming voice ñ a necessary requisite for a politician in those days and he turned now and fixed his steely gaze on his tormentor. ëWell, my good man, all I can say is that you made a right ëhooríout of your grand little heifer!í

I was delighted when the A.I. station opened in our area. Instead of my brothers and I struggling to drive a randy cow along the road to Tormeyís or Gillís bull; the cow was left tied in the byre and a man arrived and inseminated the cow. Mind you, the downside of this advance was that the man had to be paid - and maybe a lump of an uncastrated bullock out in Andy Cosgroveís field more than willing to do the job for nothing!

The much talked about A.I. of today is no laughing matter and nobody knows where it might end. Artificial Intelligence is an extremely worrying phenomenon.

I read or heard somewhere that even the man who invented it is scared of its potential to do harm to the world. It is too complicated for a fellow who left school at fifteen to figure out, but it seems to me that this A.I. can get out of control very easily. Those in favour will insist that there will always be human overview, but

POLICE OFFICER IN COURT FOR SLAPPING SUSPECT

A Local Police officer from Burjassot was in court Thursday, not giving evidence against a suspect, but rather defending himself as he is on trial accused of slapping a man who had been stopped on a street in the municipality. The Prosecutor's Office requests a fine of 4,320 euro for a crime of injury that took place in 2019.

According to the public accusation, the agent asked the victim to stop, and he did so, but not until after continuing for 50 metres. The policeman allegedly slapped a man on the left side of the face, which punctured his eardrum.

many experts in the field of this sort of technology fear that A.I. can take over and override human instructions as soon as it no longer needs humans ñ and who will check it for disinformation. (Disinformation is the new nice name for lies.) At this point in time, I wonder how much control humans are willing to hand over to machines. We live in a quare world indeed Ö

Of course, same as with so many other modern inventions, A.I. has enormous capacity for good. It has already helped with advances in medical science, climate change, outer space and so on.

Journalism is a profession which will suffer greatly due to A.I. This machine can churn out articles and reports on any and every subject with just the touch of a button. According to the Lads, I will be the first to go. ëAll your editor has to do is ask the machine to write a s***e column of 800 words on the first thing that comes into its head Ö if it had a head; and the YCBS bit of space could be worth reading.í

As Iím no James Dillon, I donít have a comeback for that one!

DON’T FORGET

When I despair, I remember that all through history, the way of truth and love has always won. There have been murderers and tyrants, and for a time they can seem invincible. But in the end they always fall. Think of it, always. (Mohandas Gandhi)

CHURCH PRESENT CHILD SEX ABUSE PLAN TO EPISCOPAL CONFERENCE

The Spanish Episcopal Conference (CEE) presented its paper on the sexual abuse of minors and vulnerable people on Thursday, with which the bishops seek to "strengthen the regulatory commitment of the Catholic Church in Spain to prevent and deal with abuses against minors", as well as "guaranteeing a unitary way of proceeding throughout the country". By approving it as an instruction for the Church in Spain, the bishops have added the new provisions established by the definitive text of 'Vos estis Lux mundi', which was approved by Pope Francis.

If you would like to book an appointment or receive any further details of treatments or courses,then please contact Christine Quinlan at Body Harmony

Tel :966 795 103 Email:bodyharmony44@gmail.com

THERMO-AURICULAR THERAPY (HOPI EAR CANDLES)

What are Hopi Candles?

Hopi Ear Candles are hollow tubes made of cotton, soaked in beeswax, honey and herbs. When lit, the candle acts like a chimney, causing warm air inside it to rise and creating a vacuum at the bottom.

This vacuum gently stimulates the ear, facilitating removal of excess wax and impurities

It is important to note that the candle does not suck wax out of the ear. It stimulates the ear to eliminate the wax naturally, ensuring maximum safety.

How are the candles used?

The treatment should be carried out in a relaxed, draught free atmosphere and the patient should lie in a comfortable position on his/her side with their head supported on a pillow.

Asmall cotton towel should cover the hair.

The lit candle is inserted into the outer ear and the flame is allowed to burn down to within a short distance of the marked red line, when the candle is then removed gently and extinguished in some water.

The practitioner then massages gently around the ear, using draining movements towards the neck.

The procedure is repeated on the other ear, and then the patient lies on his/her back for a gentle drainage massage on the face.

It is then important for the patient to have a drink of water and lie still for at least 10 minutes before he/she stands up

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What are the benefits?

Hopi candles can be used for many conditions including deafness caused by excess wax, congested sinuses, irritation in the ears, ringing or noises in the ears, helps with tinnitus, glue ear, colds, flu, headaches and migraines.

As their action is so gentle, this treatment is particularly suitable for children

What are the effects?

In most cases the treatment is extremely soothing and relaxing, leaving the patient with a sense of well-being and reduced pressure in the ears or head. Alittle warmth is felt, and hissing and crackling noises are heard, with a little popping.

Most people say that it is a very pleasant experience!

The initial effect can be an improvement in hearing or freer nasal breathing and an improved sense of smell. However, improvements can continue occurring for a day or two.

When should candles not be used?

Use of the candles is contra-indicated if:

*The ear drum is perforated Ö........... (perforated ear drums can heal up)

*Grommets are in places

*The ear is infected

*The patient is allergic to any of the candles components ..e.g. beeswax Safety

I use BIOSUN Ear Candles which are medical products Class IIa according to medical device directive 93/42/EEC, and are regularly tested by independent institutes.

You can therefore be confident that the candles are made of the highes quality and safety standards.

COURSE IN HOPI EAR CANDLING

Body Harmony offers a one day course in learning Hopi Ear Candling which will enable you to offer treatments to others. With this course you will get a certificate, and a comprehensive manual.

From the Molino Quintin on Avenida del Puerto a dike starts with the Mar Menor on one side and salt lakes on the other. In the first shallow salt lake, many visitors go looking for pots full of mud to smear their bodies with.

It is claimed that this mud has medical powers due to the presence of, among other things, a lot of salt, calcium, magnesium and iodine.

Try to apply the mud as thinly as possible over your entire body. Then it's best to take a walk on the dike until the mud has completely dried out. This is of course also the ideal time for a nice photo. Finally, you go back into the salt lake to wash the mud.

Even those who do not rub in mud can enjoy this last part. The water in the salt lake is considerably warmer than in the Mar Menor on the other side of the dike. Due to the high salt content, you can also easily float there, you should definitely try this.

A few more tips: don't take your best bathing suit to the mud baths. Multiple washings may be required to get this (largely) clean again. Water shoes to step into the salt lake are also recommended. Also keep in mind that the penetrating odour can linger in the car; a towel to put on the seats can help.

And finally, it can also be useful if one person does not take part so that someone can keep an eye on your valuables

Image: A group of visitors to the famous Lo Pagán 'muds' donned themselves with the medicinal nutrients, dancing and singing along the Mar Menor coast.

MUD MUD THERAPY THERAPY Benefits

Relaxes the musclesImproves blood circulation

Good for skin and hairLoosens stiff joints

Relieves pain and inflammation

Improves metabolism having positive impact on digestion

PHOTO: Helen Atkinson.

The launch of the first Spanish space rocket, the Miura 1, manufactured in Elche by the Elche company PLD Space, has been postponed due to unfavourable weather conditions. Strong Gusts of wind have forced the company to abort Monday’s takeoff moments before countdown.

At 8:29 a.m., it was announced during live Youtube screening that the was aborting takeoff due to the "unfavourable weather conditions" , with gusts of wind at altitude, between kilometre 8 and 12, which would have endangered the mission.

WEATHER CONDITIONS DELAY SPAIN’S FIRST ROCKET LAUNCH

TWO INJURED AS CAR PLUNGES ONTO MURCIA RAILWAY LINE

Two people were injured on Monday after their car left the road on a roundabout and plunged off the bridge onto the railway line below in the Murcia town of Cieza.

The railway line is on the Cartagena-Chinchilla route, and the road in question was the A-30.

According to the Guardia Civil, the car was completely destroyed in the impact, and the two occupants were seriously injured, although they had not lost consciousness.

One of the injured parties is a 28-year-old woman, who was transferred to the Virgen de la Arrixaca hospital in Murcia. The other is a man, whose age has not been specified, and who was transferred to the Lorenzo Guirao de Cieza hospital.

According to Sara Poveda, however, an employee of PLD Space, and Roberto Palacios, the systems engineer of Miura 5, the rescheduled launch will now take place in a ‘few’ days time.

An earlier wind measurement balloon launched by PLD Space showed gusts of more than 30 metres per second, exceeding the established limit. However, both the launch ramp and the rocket "are in perfect condition and the team faces the next few days even more determined," the team announced in a statement”.

PLD Space had a launch window, authorised by the National Institute of Aerospace Technology (INTA), which closed on May 31. Now they must request new windows to be able to launch what will be the first Spanish rocket to enter space. The launch was initially to take place at 6:30 a.m., but due to abnormal behaviour in the main liquid oxygen reservoir of the launch platform, with the process being abnormally slow," said Raúl Torres, but that was solved only for the weather to intervene two hours later.

QUICKIE CROSSWORD

CRYPTIC CROSSWORD

ANSWERS Week 973

QUICK QUICK

ACROSS: ACROSS: 1 Desk; 3 Agrarian; 8 Nice; 9 Comprise; 11 Maiden voyage; 13 Tongue; 14 Lissom; 17 Supernatural; 20 Outdated; 21 Disc; 22 Faltered; 23 Next.

DOWN: DOWN: 1 Dynamite; 2 Suction; 4 Groove; 5 Asphyxiate; 6 Icing; 7 Need; 10 Recuperate; 12 Implicit; 15 Service; 16 Inhere; 18 Until; 19 Loaf.

CRYPTIC YPTIC

DOWN

1.Tedious (9)

2.Unending (9)

4.Jeer (4)

5.Banish (5)

ACROSS: ACROSS: 1 Lids; 3 Sterling; 8 Fast; 9 Initiate; 11 Housebreaker; 13 Lassie; 14 Stench; 17 Small mercies; 20 Capitals; 21 Sham; 22 Eldorado; 23 Wren.

DOWN: 1 Left-half; 2 Discuss; 4 Tenure; 5 Retractors; 6 Inane; 7 Grey; 10 Legislator; 12 Chessman; 15 Neither; 16 Smiled; 18 Moped; 19 Acne.

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.

Solution on Page 23

ACROSS ACROSS

3.Order treatment before the writer (9)

8.In such a car, a rear window is unusual (4)

9.Attacker makes idiot suffer before worker (9)

10.Does one have to be marred to get a return, then? (6)

11.Cut verse (5)

14.Dispense with a view (5)

15.Atear for the letting? (4)

16.She is not quite of the usual standard (5)

18 and 20Ac. Car loader at the end of carriageway repairs (4,5)

20.See 18 Ac.

21.Allowed to go round because smallest (5)

24.Wartime leader found bent nail on street (6)

25.Sneer at poor diet range (9)

26.Many in the sale (4)

27.Can use gin without stopping (9)

DOWN DOWN

1.Vexed utterance is a puzzle (9)

2.Capital sum for the college head (9)

4.Flower got bigger (4)

5.Atest for the country (5)

6.Wave or wave-maker? (6)

7.Run away to find somewhere to sleep (4)

9.Foreign article contains untruth (5)

11.Traps mackerel-catcher (5)

12.Revolting beast rising (9)

13.Severity at the back? (9)

17.Sharp accent (5)

19.Pollute a narrow valley (6)

22.Types one is not very well out of (5)

23.Incline to be the reverse of fat (4)

24.Stupefy some of the most unlikely people (4)

LEADER TRIVIA QUIZ (Answers on page 23)

1. "Where the devil are my slippers?" are the last words to which very popular Oscar winning film?

2. The title of which 1961 Hollywood romantic comedy is also a 1996 No 1 UK hit single (number 5 in the US)?

3. Between 2010 and 2013 Carlos Slim Helu was number one on which list?

4. The oldest existing fort (fortress) in the United States is located in which state?

5. The world famous Blue Mountain coffee beans used to flavour the original Tia Maria are from which country?

6. Which 1994 action comedy with an oxymoronic title had the following movie poster tag line? "When he said I do, he didn't say what he did"

7. Measured in metres below sea level, which city in the West Bank is the lowest city in the world?

8. Which nickname was given to the early 20th century American entertainer Bill Robinson?

9. A Mediteranean island, an active volcano, an Italian pasty (or turnover) and the villain in Disney's Pinocchio.

10. The following lyrics are all from songs with the word "Always" somewhere in the song title. Can you name the song? a. If I made you feel second best. b. I walk along those city streets. c. She can ruin your faith with her casual lies. d. She was practiced at the art of deception. e. I'm no good a chatting up and I always get rebuffed

11. Kumis is a fermented dairy product made from the milk of which animal?

12. Oniomania is the technical term used for which compulsive desire?

13. Which French player scored a record 13 goals during the 1958 FIFA World Cup?

14. What was the name given to the anti-foreign uprising in China between 1898 and 1900?

15. Which mathematical term is the Latin word for womb?

16. Which fish, very adept at camouflaging itself as a rock, has the most potent neurotoxins of all fish?

17. Which famous Spanish renaissance artist was born on the Greek island Crete?

18. Which name do both Antoine Domino and Thomas Waller share?

19. In which Audrey Hepburn film is there, a. a goldfish named George, b. a cat named Cat?

20. Nagy is the most common surname in which European country? a. Bulgaria b. Romania c. Andorra d. Hungary

Zenia Boulevard Active Listening

The Zenia Boulevard Shopping Centre, managed by Nhood and owned by Ceetrus and CBRE Investment Management, has launched the "Listening Project": An active listening program whose objective is to directly involve customers in all the improvement actions that are currently being carried out, with a planned investment of 18 million euros. With this the management hopes to attract their suggestions in aspects such as the business aspect, services, children's areas, playgrounds, marketing campaigns, sustainability and digitization of the commercial area.

Cristina Ros, director of the shopping centre, said, "for the whole team, the "Listening Project" is an opportunity to find out first-hand the opinions and thoughts of our customers, involving them directly in the project that we are currently developing. Every year we carry out market studies that are fundamental in the process of improving our shopping centre, adapting our objectives to the needs of our visitors. For us, transparency and co-creation with our clients is of vital importanceî.

The meetings (focus groups) that are held with clients within the framework of the "Listening Project" began at the beginning of last March, coinciding with the beginning of the first phase of the reform of the centre. Meetings have subsequently been held on a weekly basis.

The focus groups are divided into two parts: First, the participants are asked in detail about

ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY STORE OPENED BY MERCADONA IN LA ZENIA

numerous aspects of the center: attributes of the center, evaluation of general services, events, sustainability, competition, commercial leisure and restaurant offer, as well as the possible improvements that they would like to see made. Secondly, the overall reform project of the center is exposed, the philosophy in which it is inspired and all the projects that are being developed in the reform (theming of toilets, playgrounds, lighting, facades, soil, gardening, sustainability, digitization , etc.).

Anyone interested in participating can contact Zenia Boulevard through the customer service point. Dates of meetings, which would usually comprise of 8 to 10 people, can be flexible, depending on the individual, seniors, families, young people, etc.

Some of the aspects already contributed in the focus groups will see additional rest areas, as well as more shaded spaces and increasing children's areas.

Mercadona has opened a new environmentally friendly supermarket across from the AP7 tollbooths in La Zenia. This supermarket, which is based on Mercadona 's new efficient store model, provides excellence in service, optimizing the ease of purchase, as well as providing a multitude of improvements by which both the customers as well as the staff and suppliers can all benefit.

To do this, this new supermarket has made many store improvements as well as introducing new sections. One such addition is the new "Ready to Eat" section, where customers can enjoy a service that offers ready-to-eat dishes. All these options are served in containers made from natural materials, such as sugar cane (compostable material), cardboard and paper.

It also has a new entrance with double glazing that prevents drafts, wider shopping aisles, a rest area with chairs and tables where the public can eat their freshly prepared dishes, along with cold drinks, and new shopping carts which are much more ergonomic and lightweight.

This efficient supermarket has a sales area of more than 1,700 square metres and has a totally improved design using new colours and materials across it’s many different sections. Likewise, it is committed to wide open spaces that allow the entry of natural light and warm colours that differentiate between the numerous environments.

Over 100 suppliers have been involved in the store construction, employing more than 520 people. In addition, the store has a staff of 34

employees, all of them with stable and quality employment.

Additionally, with the aim of simplifying the daily tasks of staff, this new supermarket includes multiple measures to improve ergonomics and eliminate heavy work. For example, the new checkout model has been developed in collaboration with the Valencia Institute of Biomechanics. The store also has common areas for employees to enjoy greater comfort during their periods of rest, as well as a better equipped dining room and more spacious and comfortable personal lockers.

This new efficient Mercadona store is completely connected, through the integration of a series of electronic systems and tools that enable staff to share information from across the entire store; which facilitates better management of each area and streamlines the processes of the entire chain.

All this allows staff to optimise the processes and to better manage the store in real time, which improves decision-making and contributes to greater responsiveness, especially in the management of fresh products.

At an environmental level, measures have been taken to reduce energy consumption by up to 40% compared to a conventional store model, due to improved thermal and acoustic insulation, with new storage cabinets and frozen products that are more energy efficient and respectful of the environment. In addition, the photovoltaic installation of 533 solar panels will also contribute to energy savings. The store’s opening hours are from Monday to Saturday, from 9:00 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.

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 SALTCHURCH

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 Urbano Arregui, 23, TorreviejaEvangelical non-denominational church. Sunday service 11a.m.; Sunday school; Prayer meetings; craft and computer clubs. Ladies Bible Study: Thursday 11a.m.

Church Bible Study: Thursday 1.30p.m. House groups in Torrevieja, La Siesta ñ Contact: 966 752 543 / 617 215 463. www.icatorrevieja.org

The Car of the Month at AUTOMOVILES CRESPO

is a 2021 Ford Focus ST-Line

X Petrol Automatic which is priced at just 25,500 euro. 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 page7. We can assure you of the biggest and best in the area for price, choice and quality.

ENGLISH SPOKEN

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) is an Association that caters for residents of Orihuela Costa over 60 years of age. It facilitates the provision of fair and adequate social facilities for everyone. It is located at the Centro Civico Alameda del Mar. Open 3 times a week for a programme of English speaking activities, support, information and advice with the support of Orihuela Council. Anyone wanting to join CCAsocial activities, learn Spanish, to paint, watercolours or acrylics can pop along where you will be welcomed by volunteers. We are open between 2pm -6pm Mondays and Thursdays, Wednesday 2pm - 5pm. You can register between 1pm & 2pm on those days, in the Cafe area where you will find Eva or Norah. email: communitycare@gmail.com

Age Concern Costa Blanca Sur is here to help you with problem solving and 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 at C/Paganini s/n, Urb. La Siesta 03184 Torrevieja or ring 966 786 887. Or email: costablanca@ageconcern.org.es Royal Naval Association, Torrevieja Branch now meets on the first Wednesday of the month at 5pm at the Lakeview bar/restaurant, 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 Association. Contact with the RAFAand the RMG is via the RAFA website rafa.org.uk.

Hot Rally San Javier Hot Rally San Javier

By Andrew Atkinson

The Hotel Rally San Javier 2023 attracted over 5,000 people during May 26-28 in Santiago de la Ribera, Murcia.

President of the Hot Rally club, Andrés Soto, mayor José Miguel Luengo and Councillor for Fiestas Isidro Miñano opened the event in the Plaza de España, in San Javier. The Hot Rally San Javier, deemed the best event in Spain for custom motorcycles, included participants from Spain, Italy, UK, Germany, France, the Netherlands and Ireland, among others.

Mayor Luengo said: "The tradition has acquired an event that is an instrument of tourist promotion and that helps us to desea-

Parque del Duque residents hit Brick Wall

Residents of the urbanisation Parque del Duque in Playa Flamenca, together with local business owners, were fuming last week when they discovered that the Community President and Administrators had permitted the construction of a wall at one of the entrances to the community, without their prior consent or knowledge.

The Leader Newspaper was asked to cover the story by the local political party, Partido Independencia de Orihuela Costa (PIOC), following complaints by members of the community of

properties and businesses that they were being treated unfairly. They claimed that the wall was being built by the vice-President of the urbanisation without any prior agreement.

Earlier in the week they had contacted the Administrators of the urbanisation and insisted that an EGM be called. The Administrators informed them that the wall was being constructed so that the post boxes could be moved to the exterior of the community.

Local community members insisted that they did not want their community contributions to be used for the minor works with local businesses complaining that the sizes of their terraces would be reduced, whilst access to their premises would be restricted.

They also insisted that the works had not been agreed on at a formal meeting and that the Community President was acting beyond his powers.

The situation is currently in dispute although community members hope that the issue will be resolved at the forthcoming AGM which is scheduled for mid July.?

sonalize.

"The economic impact the Hot Rally has on the municipality is here to be seen, of celebration generated in the best custom motorcycles and the free concerts."

The International concentration of custom motorcycles celebrated its 20th Anniversary, with an extensive programme of free concerts, headlined by Dan McGuinness, singer of the Creedence Clearwater Revisited.

Councillor for Fiestas, Isidoro Miñano, said: "I thank the organising club, Club Murcia Chapter, for its commitment to San Javier and the organisation of an event that marks the start of summer in Santiago de la Ribera."

The best event in Spain for custom motorcycles

Angry residents claim that the Community President is acting beyond his powers

DGT WARNS AGAINST SCAMS TO OBTAIN DRIVING LICENCE

pages that offer to obtain a driver's licence without the need to take any type of knowledge test, neither theoretical nor practical, the General Directorate of Traffic wants to alert everyone that this practice and belief is completely impossible. In Spain it is essential to pass an exam in order to obtain a driving licence or, for non-EU foreigners who already have one, exchange it for a Spanish one in case of being a citizen of countries with which there is an exchange agreement.

through which they ask the interested party to send all the complete information (name, surname, ID, date of birth, etc.), in addition to a photograph of the owner and another of the firm.

Once, supposedly, they have verified the authenticity of the data, they send the number of the current account in which the requested amount must be deposited by bank transfer and, after receiving the payment of said amount, they disappear without a trace.

The DGT has issued a warning about potential scams to obtain a driving licence, pointing out that it is essential to pass an exam to obtain a driving licence in Spain, except in some cases where an exchange agreement is in place.

Non-EU foreigners must exchange their licence, if they already have one, for a Spanish one if they are citizens of countries with which there is an exchange agreement. If there is no exchange agreement with the country of origin, it is

mandatory to pass a theoretical and a practical exam.

For UK nationals, who now fall into the non-EU category, there is still a very short-term agreement in place for the exchange of some licences. Given the proliferation of Internet

The Central Research and Analysis Group (GIAT Central) of the Traffic Group of the Guardia Civil, has been investigating in recent weeks several pages of this type in which it is offered to obtain a "legal" Spanish driving licence simply paying an amount of money that, for example, in the case of permit B amounts to 850 euro.

These types of pages usually always use the same procedure to defraud users. They are advertised on the Internet, with a mobile phone number as the only way of contact,

They are usually temporary web pages, with Spanish telephone numbers of non-existent holders, which do not allow calls to be received but only data and which, furthermore, are constantly changing so as not to leave traces of their activity. These types of scams are usually directed at migrants from third countries who are led to think that it is possible to obtain a driving licence without taking any prior examination, which is why Traffic insists on making it clear that this is impossible.

FINAL LEAGUE TABLES

DIVISION 1 P Pts Legs

Mind The Gap101883

Hub Hyenas101472

El Capitan101059

Tipsy Toad Toppers10855

CC's Flyers10748

CC’s Bees10339

DIVISION 2

Leeson Street Trotters101572

Ck1 Lads101572

Milo´s101267

Freakie Taverners10853

Danny's Bar10549

Fallen Angels10547

DIVISION 3

Ck1 Ladybirds101880

Tipsy Toad Tiaras101264

Domino's Desperados10959

Hub Hellraisers10853

Angel Delights10751

Pint Depot Queens10440

CUP SEMI FINALS RESULTS

K.O. CUP AT THE NEW TAVERN, SAN MIGUEL

C.K.1 Lads 8-4 C.C.Bees

Mind the Gap 9-3 C.C.Flyers

AUXILIARY CUP AT C.C.'S BAR, LA ZENIA

Tipsy Toad Toppers 7-6 Hub Hyenas

Leeson St. Trotters 12-0 P.D.Queens

Some impressive arrows this Cup week, a couple of 180's, a 13 dart 501 and a real nail biter down at C.C.'s. Disappointingly Pint Depot Queens couldn't raise a team, despite previously published dates, taking the opportunity away from the team beaten in the previous round.

Both finals now take place this week at the Tipsy Toad (8th June) 8-30pm start. Spectators most welcome for the final matches of yet another successful Serenity Insurance league programme.

PRESENTATION EVENING

JUNE 22ND - LOS CUCALOS

The end of season prize giving is just a couple of weeks away. Entry for registered players is f.o.c. their guests most welcome, to enjoy a table buffet and wine, not forgetting some super raffle prizes, "Table Magic" from Graeme Mykal, and plenty of terrific

music till late from D.J. "Connor Solo". Come along and support your team and individual prize winners. Points of contact for tickets are team captains or League Secretary, Simone de Lacy.

K.O.CUP SEMI FINALS

MIND THE GAP V C.C.FLYERS

Similar scoring in the opening triples, but Gap took all 3. James Brown nailed a D20 after 123,140, for the 1st, Paul Moody the 2nd on D8 and Bliss Wright the 3rd with a 58 out. Flyers, Jesus Madrid 2x100,Matt Smith 125 and Chelsea Campbell with a hat full of scores, easily found the T20 but no doubles.

against Smith 134,100,96, "Sanders" banged in another 17 darter 100,100, 25,100,136, out in 2 on D10.

Andy Flavell and Campbell, 140,81,85,D9 were late Flyers winners. POTM - Brown - Campbell.

C.K1 LADS V C.C.'S BEES

This tie was finely poised at 3 apiece at the break, Lads Kevin Wood outstanding with 2x100,125,140, 2x80+ and 2 outs of 92 and 56. Darren Hurcombe 100 provided the other point on D20. Bees legs via Paul Tollafield 100, D10 and Liam Lumb, D2,D8 plus 2x100. Steve Dalton backing up with 140,100,97.

Cup matches, playing just one leg can be a real lottery, both sides finding T20 regularly in the singles, but few opportunities when it came to a double. Dalton 140,81,D4 edged Lads in front, Hurcombe 100,D5 made it 5-3, Les Adams 180,90,D1 just got the better of Lumb 85,140 for 6-3. The in form Wood figured next and continued his winning ways with 100,85,81,D4 for the tie and place in the final. POTM - Adams - Lumb.

By Paul Durrant

it all square in a tight leg versus Solomans 2x100 and Paddy Winterbourne. 3-3.

De Lacy wacked in a 180 and D17 for 4-3, Ellis 140,D2, defeating Maiden 126. Solomans 100,D10 overcame Dario Sierra 85,121, Spence coming out on top against Rodford for 5 all.

Winterbourne 81,85,96,D16 got the better of Alan Havelock, Toppers in sight of the winning post at 6-5. Wing rescued the tie for the Hub with a solid performance against Galloway, finding D14, after 99,140,95.

Smith 135,93 and Suso M. a nice 66 out pulled one back for Flyers, only for Sam Salt 140, and Paul Moody 100,85, D16, followed by a Chez Liam 140 and Darren Sanderson D5, to close the half 5-1 up. Salt resumed the clash with an excellent win over Charles Pritchett 100, Salt recording a 17 darter to include 100,140,97 and out in 2 with 54. Suso M. faced an in form Brown to save the match for Flyers, having just one opportunity in the Cup format.

Brown obviously in a hurry to change beer barrels, blitzed the very capable Suso, in just 13 darts. 100,100,180,89, D16 in one. The match now won at 7-1, Sanderson flexed his darting muscles

AUXILIARY CUP SEMI FINAL TIPSY TOAD TOPPERS V HUB HYENAS

As Cup holders, Hyenas fancied their chances against Toppers, having already beaten them twice, plus a draw during the league format. The match was tight, neither team gaining more than a one leg advantage, Mark Ellis D20 opening Hyenas account Lee Maiden 125,100.

Graham Solomans levelled on 60. Hyenas Jay Wilkinson made it 1-2 on D16, Ellis adding 100,140. Hugh Galloway and Phil de Lacy 100,92,99,D10 balanced the tie, Andre Wing nailing 100,95.

Maiden and John Rodford 100,125,D12, got the Toad in front for the 1st time, shortlived though, as Wilkinson 140,D10 and Pete Spence 100,95 made

Now 6-6 the match reverted to the old fashioned 1001 team game, as a decider. And what a tentative affair, Toppers winning the bull for 1st throw, the scores up and down Yo Yo like, until Solomans nailed D2 and congratulations all round.

Winners Tipsy Toad

POTMLiam

POTM James and Chelsea

Winners Mind The Gap

POTM, Graham andAndre

CK1 Allstars, Les, Kevin & Steve

CK1 Lads Finalists

SAN MIGUEL BOWLS CLUB BYMARYWHITELOCK

Monday saw the San Miguel Moors at home to Vistabella Fairways where they had an excellent 9-3 win. Some close games as the shots of 83 to 81 show. Highest winning triple was Allan Patterson, Ken Hope and Sheila Booth who won 25-12. Lynn Greenland, Pat McEwan and Stuart Hemmings won 17-13 and our ladies trip of Margaret Patterson, Janet Parr an Sandi Hannan winning 19-18.

The San Miguel Christians were away against Country Bowls Red Kites where they lost 10-2 with the only winning triple of Ian Hope, Stan North and Bob Donnelly winning 20-18. Shots were 61 to SM and 121 to Country Bowls.

Wednesday 31st May saw San Miguel Sheriffs take on Greenlands Giants but it was a bad day at the office for the Sheriffs losing 0-12, however there were a couple of games that could have gone either way with the gents singles losing 21-19 and the pairs losing 22-21. Shots were 71-102. The San Miguel Deputies were playing away at Emerald Isle where they won 8-4 with the highest winners the rink of Tom Dalgleish, Anne Young, Bob Donnelly and Eddie Cowan winning 25-10. Overall shots were 96-68. Areminder that the WASPS sessions take place on a Wednesday 1.30 for 2pm ñ 5 euros for an afternoons 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 a Tuesday afternoon starting at 1.45pm by appointment ONLY. To book please call Dave or Lynn Greenland on 667 207 508. Due to the Christmas and New Year break Coaching will not be available until Tuesday 17th 2023 January and WASPS not until 18th January 2023,

We welcome all bowlers who would like to join San Miguel Bowls Club as we are a unique club only paying owner fees and a club fee. NO LEAGUE RINK FEES.

For further information please contact secretary Barry Jones on 602 504 905 or president Alan Campbell on 606 676 118.

Monte Mar Toro’s v La Siesta Wasps

Monday 29th May.

Away at La Siesta the Toros got off to a slow start.As the games progressed we reduced the shot difference but only managed to win on one rink.Well done to the winning rink: Lynne Armitage,Rod Chamberlain skip Phil Goble.Shots Toros 86 - 107 Wasps,Points Toros 210 Wasps

EL RANCHO V LA SIESTA HOOPOES

On Wednesday El Rancho played La Siesta Hoopoes at home,in the VCL,taking the match by 10 points to 2,a good morale booster.

Ladies singles: Sheila Cox 21-11.Mens singles: Mike Cox 21-12.Pairs: Ann Abbott and Judy Foley 27-13. Trips: Sue Ziepe,Tony Abbott and Steve Ziepe 13-29. Rinks: Bill Johnston,Frances Johnston,Pam Harris and Brian Harris 21-14.

GREENLANDS CLEAN SWEEP

Harrier League Greenlands Warriors travelled to San Luis and came away with a 8 to 4 victory 91 to 78 shot difference.This has pulled this team up to 3rd in the league.The team really gave a great performance.Well Done All .

Hurricane Greenlands GIANTS opponents were Emerald Isle and what another great performance from all the team achieving a 12 to 0 victory with shots of 138 to 45.This has put them at the top of the league Go the green machine well done.

Greenlands GIANTS were all tuned up for their trip to San Miguel and certainly proved up for the challenge coming away with a 12 to 0 victory,shots of 102 to 71

Vistabella Bowls Club

South Alicante summer league

Monday May 29th - San Miguel Moors

v Vistabella Fairways

Tough away match, started well but faded at the end with only one winning rink Brian Gilham, Richard Willey & Martin Foulcer 22-6 plus a bonus draw by Keith Black, Carol Thorpe & Gary Thorpe 16 - 16. Scores total 8381 to San Miguel (very close). 9points - 3points to San Miguel Moors.

VCL summer league

Wednesday May 31st - Vistabella Saxons v San Luis Falcons

Not an easy match against a very strong team. Resulting in only one winning rink our mixed fours Keith

Black, Lynne Bishop, Gary Thorpe & Eric Bishop 19 - 13.

Resulting in total scores Vistabella Saxons 79pts - San Luis Falcons 91pts. Good win for San Luis 10pts2pts.

VCL summer league (rearranged match)

Friday June 2nd - Greenlands giants v Vistabella Saxons

Very tough match all our rinks suffering with a loss. Well played Greenlands giants deserved your win. Scores 105pts - 72pts. Greenlands giants 12pts Vistabella Saxons 0pts.Back to the drawing board!

Vistabella bowls contact: richardwilley321@gmail.com, Tel: 698 925 932

SAN LUIS BOWLS CLUB

South Alicante summer league Monday 29th SPITFIRE Div. SL Wellingtons were away v Quesada Blenheims and had a hard day at the office, just taking 3 points – 9, 80 shots – 93.

Winners: Dee Hoey, Caroline & John Smyth 23-11, Neil & Sandra Burrows, Scott Malden 22-22.

HARRIER Div. SL Hercules were at home to Greenlands warriors. There were some close fought matches but eventually Hercules finished 4 points – 8, 78 shots – 91.

Winners: Sue Kenyon, Jane Hamill, Ian Kenyon 17-16, Dave Notley, Ralph Jones, Barry White 24-19.

Valencian Championship League Saturday 27th. DIV A. Falcons completed their washed out match from Wednesday

Emerald Isle Bowls

Dukes completed the rain delayed game at San Luis Falcons on Saturday and they slipped to a 4-8 Aggregate 68-86 defeat. C Lindgren 21-10, S Marks R Marks 19-14

Vulcans played at home against Quesada Lancasters and had a fine win by 8-4

Aggregate of 82-71 N Prior G Wallis D Jones 22-12, M Oakley M Ellis S Elvin 1810, S Kavanagh M Willicott B Kavanagh 17-16

Victors were at Greenlands Gladiators and got beaten 0-12 Aggregate of 46-138

Earls played a rain delayed game at home against Country Bowls Red Kites and were

24th at home v Emerald Isle Dukes, and had a good win: points 8-4, shots 86-68. The ladies singles could not be completed as the EI player was not available so a win to San Luis 10-0, Triples won 23-18, and a win for our rinks 29-10.

Wednesday 31st, Falcons were away v Vistabella Saxons and had an even better win 10 points – 2, 91 shots – 79. Ladies pairs – 21-19, Men’s singles 21-14, Pairs 18-14, Triples 18-13, the Rinks kept battling, finishing 13-19. VCL. DIV B. Hawks were at home v La Marina and had a tough match, finishing 4 points – 8, 73 shots – 90. Barbara Louis won Ladies Singles, 21-14, & our Rinks; Brenda Reid, Dave Louis, Ralph Jones, Stewart Hamill, won 19-10.

BY SHEILA CAMMACK

also beaten 1-11 Aggregate of 69-114, M McCelland K John J MacGregor drew 1616

Dukes played at home against Quesada Lions and they had a fine win by 9-3

Aggregate of 105-84, D Jones 21-16, S Elvin 21-17, S Kavanagh N Davis C Lindgren drew 16 all

Earls played at home against San Miguel Deputies and they got beaten 4-8, Aggregate of 68-96 P Willicott 21-20, C

Udell G Digby M Willicot 18-11

Remember SAPS still takes place every SAT morning at 9-15, great value at 5 Euros; Bowls Shoes and Coaching if needed for 2 hours, and the bar is open

LOS ANGELES COUNTRY CLUB, the venue for this month's US Open, sits on some expensive real estate, a large chunk of Beverly Hills.

Originally designed in 1921, the North course was given a face lift by Gil Hanse and the old girl is said to look as good as ever. She's also just as snooty.

No matter how much money or influence they had, the Hollywood crowd were not admitted to the Los Angeles Country Club, and still find it nearly impossible to get in.

Abastion of bankers and corporate executives, LACC remains the most clannish golf club in Southern California.

Five top golf clubs were within a ten minute drive of Paramount and Warner Bros. studios. Bel Air Country Club, founded in 1927, boasted Clark Gable, Jimmy Stewart and Humphrey Bogart among it's members.

Howard Hughes once landed his plane on the 7th fairway because he was late for a game of golf with Katherine Hepburn, and Fred Astaire in the film Carefree danced a nifty golf number round the clubhouse.

Regular players now include Kelsey Grammer and Tom Cruise (noted for $100 tips.)

Riviera Country Club is also a tough course and tough to get into ($250,000 initiation fee)

Tiger Woods never won there and has scratched it off his list) It was always popular with the Hollywood set, Dean Martin, Jerry Lewis, Bing and Bob would tee it up in foursomes. Then there is Sherwood Country Club, around which Douglas Fairbanks Snr's Robin Hood was filmed in 1921 (hence the name.)

Wilshire Country Club (founded 1921) and Lakeside (1924) complete the group.

Spoilt for choice, Hollywood's elite can afford to say ìHasta La Vista Babyî to the Los Angeles Country club.

LIV GOLF EVENTS are held over three days and 54 holes (that's where the name comes from - LIVis 54 in Roman numerals), as opposed to the more traditional four days and 72 holes on the PGATour. The other big difference between the two tours is the shotgun start format of LIVGolf.? This year players are competing for individual and team titles across 14 events of

Eurogolf Andre Johansen Memorial Day

On Thursday 1st June on what would have been Andres Captains day Eurogolf held a special competition at La Marquesa in his memory. The men played off the red tees along with ladies so some high scores were recorded. Also players were asked to wear red to honour his Norwegian nationality.

After the game a delicious meal was had in the Clubouse and we all raised a glass to our much missed friend and Captain.

The results were in the menís competition overall winner Tony Edwards 45 points cat 1 1st Graham Rees 44 points 2nd David Gregson 42 points Cat 2 1st John Kirkwood 42 points 2nd Sean Davey 42 c/b Cat 3 1st Duane James 44 points 2nd Steve Sayers 42 c/b 42 Ladies competition overall winner Diane Bailey 39 points Cat 1 1st Karen Simpson 37 points 2nd Gin Dredge 35 points Cat 2 1st Eveline Hackney 34 c/b 2nd Veva 34 Cat 3 1st Phyllis Venables 2nd Andrea

Darlington 30 points Best front 9 Peter Conlin Best back 9 Mark R Smith 23 NTPís 6th Bobby

Thompson 8th Bill Stevens 12th Duane James 16th Jack Simpson and 17th Bill Stevens

Pictured are a few of the winners and members before the competition

stroke play.

The LIVLeague's next tournament is at Real Club Valderrama, Sotogrande (June 30th-July 2nd) giving golf enthusiasts a 'funfilled, three-day sports experience.'

Sergio Garcia will be happy (if he ever is) back on home soil chucking his clubs about and captaining his team Fireballs GC against Cameron Smith, Dustin Johnson et al in the latest money-spewing event of the season.

FINCA CORTESIN, rated Spain's 2nd best golf course, is hosting this year's Solheim Cup in September.

Stacy Lewis, the US. Captain of the 2023 team, came over to check out the scenario. The two-time Major Champion stayed at the five-star Andalusian venue, where her team will take on Europeís finest females.

The U.S. Captain is determined to try and return the trophy to the US. after the team's two consecutive defeats in 2019 and 2021. The youngest American Captain in the history of the tournament praised Finca Cortesin, saying it was ìAgreat matchplay course with a lot of risk-reward holes, like the par 5's. The Bermuda grass greens are the best Iíve ever played on in my life.î

The U.S. Captain toured Marbella and praised it's attractions. ìIíve been to the beach and visited amazing bars and restaurants with fabulous food,î she said, ì I can understand why people come to Marbella for holidays.î She can't have seen the bill. IN THE 3rd ROUND of the 2016 Travelers Ernie Els made a hole in one at the 176 yd 16th.

The Big Easy told his own and his playing partners' caddies: ìI'll keep the bar tab open for six hours, after that you're on your own.î After that, they were probably on life support.

SCOTTIE SCHEFFLER's Masters Champion's dinner included cheeseburger sliders, firecracker shrimps, warm Tortilla soup and crispy blue tortilla strips. Pity the players if they had a game next day.

Until next time: Happy Golfing.

Contact Mick for regripping and repairs. 638 859 475 or visit https://mickthegrip.blogspot.com

LA MARINA GS MATCH REPORT

La Finca Golf Course was the venue for the members of the La Marina Golf Society where they played for the Orangecasas Trophy. The weather was back to its usual warm and sunny self and all the weeks previous rain had made the fairways in excellent condition although the greens were a little worse for wear, nevertheless, we all had a thoroughly enjoyable day. In the evening all the members and their spouses enjoyed a lovely meal at the Grill House, and we cannot thank Rebecca and her staff enough for a most enjoyable evening.

After the meal our Captain Iain Lyall presented the prizes. In third place with 33pts was Charlotte Tranberg in second place was Bill Stobo with 36pts and in first place with 39pts and therefore winning the Orangecasas Trophy was Jeff Wiszniewski. The nearest the pin winners were Charlotte Tranberg for hole 3, Tony Moore for hole 6 and taking the twoís pot. Louvain Smith for hole 13 and Iain Lyall for hole 16. Well done to all the dayís winners.

Fred Astaire swinging a nifty club

TORREVIEJADARTS LADIES ORGANISATION PRESENTATION NIGHT

The culmination of another great season of darts saw the ladies down their darts and dons their dresses for a shindig at Fairways, Villamartin for the 2nd year running. President and Co-ordinators Pam Horton, Kim York-Fickling and Simone de Lacy orchestrated a night of fun and fanfare, kicking off with a resume of the new players´ achievements.

New Players in attendance: Monique Edelenbos, Kirsty Green, Diane Dane and Joyce Wilkinson

Diane (140, 180), Monique (177) and Kirsty (140) achieved some great scores, the first two representing their teams in the Player of the Year competition.

Three ladies achieved a bull finish this season, Sheelah Cooper, Helen Bushell (pictured) and Jean Warnock.

Bull Finishers: Sheela and Helen

The Gap Girlz ran away with the remainder of the Spoils, Bliss Wright scooped most 180´s, Joint Highest Check-out (120), Least Darts (20), Ladies Singles Champion and Player of the Year finalist.

Gap Girlz Bliss Wright

Her team mates did equally well, Amanda Skinner and Yvonne Rouffignac securing the Ladies Pairs trophy and Yvonne being crowned at 2023 Player of the Year.

Gap Girlz Yvonne Rouffignac, Player of the Year and Ladies Pairs winner with Amanda Skinner.

The Gap Girlz were this year´s League Champions, Founders Format Champions and Diana Lloyd Memorial Shield winners, what a season!

Gap Girlz: Back row – Christine Pattison, Bliss Wright, Yvonne Rouffignac

Front Row – Amanda Skinner and Chelsea Campbell

The lovely Ladybirds finished 2nd in all three categories, with star player Dons Ralph coming runner up in the ladies singles.

Ladybirds: Sue Christie, Dons Ralph, Sandra Crabbe, Kirsty Green, Gena Wood & Sharon O´Rourke

El Galan´s Tipsy Tigers finished in the 3rd place in both the League and the Founders Format.

Tipsy Tigers: Pat Schofield, Simone de Lacy, Sharon Crane, Lisa Ivill & Denise Green

The delightful Dolly Mixtures were awarded the wooden spoon.

Dolly Mixtures: Lorraine Veale, Angie Philpott, Diane Burns and Cath Carter.

League Organisers: Simone de Lacy, Pam Horton (President) and Kim York-Fickling with their guests Kevin and Neil Reardon from The Leader.

GREAT DAY OUT WITH SAMM

Carp R Us Angling

After having to cancel Round 8 of the Carp-R-Us Spring Series due to poor conditions it was pleasing that after another week of rain the club was able to fish Round 9 in bright warm conditions with a very slight breeze on the Canal del Progres (Mercadona). The canal was about 1 inch below the ledge when we started and dropped over an inch while we were fishing. It had some colour, but conditions have been worse, and it looked good for fishing as there were fish moving in every peg. However, that is where the story changes.

Only Jeremy Fardoe (peg 2) caught fish in the first three hours although there was an improvement later and it was Willy Moons who eventually ran out winner with 3.16kg caught on the method feeder from peg 7. Jeremy finished second with 2.26kg caught on pole and bread with Nick Bastock third and Tony Flett fourth.

One competitors (John Down) experience of the SAMM racing on May 31st............

First race anti clockwise, wind SSW at 4.5 knots. First mark 90 degrees to left of start gate so everyone trying to get to port side of gate. Ginetta on my starboard side and Tres coming in on my port between me and the port start buoy. We crossed together very tight! Tres took my wind and set off for the first buoy but I caught him, overtook him on his windward side and he couldn't round the buoy until I had. It’s called tactics.

The wind shifted to SSE and built to an average of 9 knots, perfect for my Radial and I was up on the plane several times between buoy 3 and the gate. No mistakes and flat out all the way. I saw a couple of port/starboard near misses between the two Sailfish boats.

The race officer had set 10 mins between the first and second races, perfect.

Second race clockwise due to the wind shift during race 1. I sat back hove to about 2 meters from start line which put me in good position to cross the line first, and off to buoy one, with the other 6 boats hard on my heels as they had all started within 37 seconds of the gun.

Wind stronger at up to 11 knots at times and waves really got up. Being slapped hard and drenched by waves. I led to first buoy and decided to sail on a little before turning towards buoy 2. I didn’t go far enough and I was dropping below buoy. Others boats behind saw it and sailed on further in attempt to get a clear run to the buoy. I had to tack up to buoy so lost ground.

On the 2nd lap at 1st buoy, Tres coming in on Starboard with me having just gone onto a port, phew 6 inches from full speed contact. Got caught out at gibe mark buoy 3 trying to switch my “sailing by the lee” over to the other side and whilst sorting it out missed gate. Had to turn back to go through the gate which cost me time.

At buoy 1 most people sailed on so to make up ground. I turned sharp up towards buoy 2 which looked like a good move until in the tack near buoy 2 I got stuck in irons costing me yet more time! Continued to chase Tres and Dos, slowly catching up by lap 5, when Tres capsized in front of me and I had to take avoiding action. Started to close gap on Dos. Did not hear about to finish signal but support boat told me. My hull was full of water when the bung took out, need to investigate why. Best sail for ages

Results - First race: Ginetta 367 secs, Vision + 5 secs, Uno + 16 secs, Radial (me) 6 secs, Cuatro + 5 secs, Tres + 15 secs, Dos + 3 secs

Second race: Ginetta 336 secs, Uno + 4 secs, Cuatro + 9 secs, Vision + 5 secs, Dos + 3 secs, Radial (me) + 28 secs, Tres + 26 secs

With club matches held on the Segura every two to three weeks, let`s hope this rainy spell ends soon.

Further information about the club can be found on its website www.carp-r-us.weebly.com or on the Facebook page Carp-RUs Fishing Costa Blanca

CD MURADA - THE 'FORGOTTEN CLUB'

CD Murada make regulr appeals to the Orihuela council surrounding the conditions of the club's facilities.

A statement from the club read: "From Club Deportivo Murada we want to thank the Department of Sports - Orihuela and the Orihuela City Council for giving us the use of the facilities of the Los Arcos Stadium to be able to train and play our match against Novelda Union. These are enviable facilities like those in the vast majority of Orihuela.

"Unfortunately, in La Murada we do not have that. We have increasingly deteriorated turf, that causes countless injuries to all our players and makes playing good football impossible.

"The Orihuela council has changed the grass in Espeñetas and in the Palmeral, s well as reseeding Los Arcos and many other renovations of sports centres. We have been waiting for the change of grass for years.

"Our question is obvious: Why is CDMurda forgotten, we have the second highest level team in terms of senior category (after Orihuela CF) and our facilities are terrible.

"We have a swimming pool in poor condition, changing rooms without water when the grass is watered (we have to choose between showering or watering the grass).

“How much longer will you keep us waiting…".

SUDUK SUDUK O SOLUTION O SOLUTION

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On My Mind (Willie Nelson), b.Always Something There To Remind Me (Sandie Shaw), c.

She's Always A Woman To Me (Billie Joel), d.You Can't Always Get WhatYou Want (Rolling Stones), e.You'll Always Find Me In The Kitchen At Parties (Jona Lewie).11.Horse (mare's milk), 12.To shop (onios is Greek for 'for sale'), 13. Just Fontaine, 14.Boxer uprising or Boxer rebellion, 15.Matrix, 16.Stonefish, 17.El Greco, 18.'Fats'.19.a.Sabrina, b. Breakfast at Tiffany's.20.d.Hungary

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Race winners - Jeremy Clarke and Robert Hudson