The mayor of Orihuela, Carolina Gracia, is another politician who is demanding ‘urgent action’ from the Segura Hydrographic Confederation (CHS) with the clearing of reeds, debris and other obstructions from riverbeds and ravines as the region looks ahead to a period of meteorological instability.
Ángel Noguera, Councillor for Infrastructure, who was also at the meeting, reported that the cleaning of the sewerage network is being intensified.
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Following neighbourhood complaints, he also urged the Orihuela Water Court, to clean up the Canal de Reguerón, which in 2019 flooded the district of Molins for six days.
The two parties agreed to sign an unerstanding that allows a more coordinated action between both administrations to reduce the risk of flooding. In Gracia's words, "it will allow some actions to be financed with aid from the confederation, in addition to defining which areas affect the confederation and which affect the City Council."
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Indeed, just last week she travelled to the offices of Mario Urrea, the President of the CHS, where she met with the head at the institution's headquarters in Murcia, a gathering that was also attended by the deputy mayor of the municipality, José Aix.
Gracia added that "the City Council has already begun to carry out some cleaning work so that, if there is an episode of heavy rain, it does not catch us unprepared as it did before", in reference to the torrential rains that devastated the region on 12 and 13 September 2019.
The meeting was extremely cordial and although the mayor confirmed that there was no setting of deadlines or actions she did say that “we will know next week in which areas the work will be carried out with some setting of the priorities to be determined by the municipality.”
"We have predefined what is the responsibility of the confederation and what falls on the shoulders of the municipality, as well as what aspects we can work on together," said Aix, who has also called members of the public to be calm despite the possibility of a DANA: “There is nothing at this stage to indicate that we will see a DANA, he said.
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The village mayor, Aynara Navarro, who was also present said that she had received three letters delivered to her home with threats, accusing her of not acting on this waterway, although it is not within her responsibility. Neighbors and different municipalities criticized in recent days a certain passivity on the part of the CHS, which finally began to clear the riverbed from Guardamar to Rojales, as well as the cleaning of the Rambla del Derramador as it passes through MeanwhileJacarilla. the PP councillor and former mayor, Emilio Bascuñana, stated at a press conference that "three years after DANA, everything remains the same, or worse, due to the passivity of the Consell and the Government. He said that in 2019 Orihuela suffered damage costing 550 million euros, much of which "has still not been rectified." At the same time that he spoke of the infrastructures that are still to be repaired, such as the channelling of the Rambla de Abanilla, the cleaning of the Segura riverbed, the extension of the Reguerón and the many bottlenecks in Orihuela and Rojales.
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The Mayor of Los Alcázares, Mario Pérez Cervera, has visited the completed works of the bypass of the D7 channel together with the president of the Segura Hydrographic Confederation, Mario Urrea, and the delegate of the government of the Region of Murcia, Pepe Vélez. The works began a year ago after the repeated request of the residents of Los Alcázares, and the Stop Floods platform, resulting in “One less black spot that Los Alcázares has to face future torrential rains,”expressed the mayor. During the visit, they have also been able to check the cleaning and clearing work that is being carried out on the D7 channel to minimise the risk of flooding and prevent a possible episode of heavy rains.
The Partido Popular has presented a motion that will be debated in plenary on Tuesday (tomorrow) to demand that the Generalitat render accounts of the actions carried out by the Vega Renhace Plan, President Ximo Puig's star project to reactivate the region following the episode of torrential rains in 2019.
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Following the success of the Da Vinci equipment in the General Hospital, through its foundation and together with the University of Valencia, the first Chair in Robotic Surgery of the C. Valenciana was established in February 2021. In addition to these new robotic surgery devices, last July the tender was published, amounting to 3.8 million euros, for three new mobile electron accelerators for the treatment of patients with breast cancer through the technique of intraoperative radiotherapy, which will be installed in the Clinical Hospital of Valencia, the General Hospital of Elche and in the General Hospital of Castellón
The equipment is already being used at hospitals in the Community very successfully
The equipment will see "a great advance" since the Da Vinci robot allows minimally invasive surgeries to be performed, which enables a better and faster recovery of the patient. The Da Vinci robot can be used in surgical interventions in the specialties of Urology, Gynaecology, General Surgery and Traumatology that were normally already performed by keyhole surgery, without completely opening the patient and using only several small incisions and a camera to operate. The improvements that Da Vinci represents is that the tools used for the operation are robotic and controlled remotely by the surgeon. This has the advantage of increased precision and a greater range of motion as the robotic arms can rotate and move in ways that the surgical team cannot in a traditional operation. The equipment could even allow a surgeon to perform operations "from a distance" by operating the robotic arm console from anotherOtherlocation.advantages of minimally invasive surgeries, in addition to the reduction of the complications of each operation, will see shorter stays in the hospital, allowing greater availability and efficient management of healthcare resources. One such module will be purchased for a hospital in each province, but robotic surgery is already being used in Valencian public health. In May 2017 the first robot arrived in Valencia private healthcare with the purchase made by the IMED group. A few months later, the General Hospital of Valencia also began to offer this type of minimally invasive intervention thanks to a research project by its foundation.
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Valencian public health is about to make a giant leap into robot-assisted surgery with the purchase three Da Vinci robotic surgery teams that will be installed, one per province, in the General Hospital of Castellón, the General Hospital of Alicante Doctor Balmis and the La Fe hospital in UntilValencia.now, this equipment had only been used in the General Hospital of Valencia where it was installed in 2017, and in several private hospitals such as IMED, Hospital La Salud or TheIVO.cost of the three robots is 9 million euros.
Through their initiative, they acquired a robotic platform "on trial" for an initial period of six months. In November 2017, the General's team performed the first intervention with the Da Vinci: prostate cancer. Two years later, and given the impact that robotic surgery had, the General Hospital of Valencia decided to acquire their own equipment, a Da Vinci dVX, the latest and most advanced of those on the market at the time.
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July was the month in which the most deaths were reported (2,223), followed by August (1,602) and June (830). This data doubles the record of deaths attributable to heat for these months which was registered in 2017 (more than 2,800 cases).
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Currently,it is located almost 1,000 km west of the Azores Islands,it is moving at a speed of almost 5 km/hour to the east and has winds of 112 km/hour. This would be the first hurricane of the season in 2022.
The vast majority of children who appear are victims of parental kidnapping or minors who have escaped from internment centres, according to the Security Forces. They are usually young children rather than adolescents and, although they are counted as missing, they are often not considered to be in danger. This does not stop them from being pursued.
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Last year, in the community there were reports of 658 disappearances, the vast majority voluntary, most of which were resolved in days, even hours, according to the ThePolice.organisation supports hundreds of families from all over Spain who never give up seeking those who are missing. At the moment there is a total of 17 active cases from the Region on the association's website.
A border collie named Senda has become the eighth member of the canine fire service of Alicante, after successfully completing specialist training.
Demands to lower costs of going to school Ciudadanos have demanded that the Government guarantee free textbooks and reduce IVA on school supplies from 21 to 10%, for vulnerable groups facing the financial burden of “back to school”.
The councillor explained that although at the moment there is no specific location in mind, although perhaps the MarquÈs de Arneva Palace, could be one of the possible locations. Others are being considered as the change is not immediate.
Orihuela Tourist Office looking for new home More than 300 Heat Related Deaths Across Valencia
"There are always a number of people who want to start a new life," the police explain, adding that “We have the right to disappear, it is not a 90%crime”.ofthe disappearances were resolved in 2021, 83% of which are closed within the first fifteen days.
The number of complaints related to foreign minors who are absent from detention, whose disappearances have occurred more than six months ago or who have reached the age of adulthood, is 470 in the Region, the second highest figure in the country, only behind the numbers registered in the neighbouring community of Andalusia (6,806).
The Councillor for Tourism in Orihuela, MarÌa GarcÌa, has said that the Orihuela Tourist Info, which is in the Plaza de la Soledad, will be relocated, in order to implement the initiatives resulting from the meeting with the General Director of Tourism, Herick Campos.
GarcÌa said that with the new location, "we will improve the service, it will be a modern, accessible office and will have all the requirements demanded by the sector, being more sustainable, close by and with touch screens, etc."
JosÈ Aix, Councillor for Heritage and Urban Development, stated that "this office is an urban aberration that needs Herelocationî.addedthat, ìtourism deserves a better headquarters which should be in the historic centre of the city.î We cannot always be talking about ìOrihuela being a heritage and tourist city and having something that is out of tune with the essence of what we offerî.
According to the latest estimates from the daily mortality monitoring system for all causes (MoMo), prepared by the Carlos III Health Institute (ISCIII), more than 4,650 people have died this summer in Spain from heatrelated causes, 304 of them in the Valencia region, and of those, 205 are in the Alicante Theprovince.successive heat waves that have hit the country throughout the summer months, especially in July, have substantially increased mortality, since, of the 20,291 more deaths than expected between June, July and August, 4,655 are attributed to temperature.
Nearly 200 disappearances still active in Murcia Region
Oil slick from sunken ship in Gibraltar reaches Spanish beach Oil slick from a cargo ship that crashed and sunk off the coast of Gibraltar earlier this week has reached a Spanish beach on 2 Aug. The Spanish city of La Linea has ordered the closure of the Poniente beach as cleanup has Thestarted.cargo ship carrying more than 400 tons of oil and diesel collided with a liquefied natural gas tanker, causing it to sink.
The deputy secretary, Edmundo Bal, said that going back to school will mean "a new a sacrifice of approximately 400 euro per family". "It is going to be hard for many families, but the government is doing nothing to alleviate the situation," he added.
On August 30, World Day of Enforced Disappearances, the associations rememberd those who are missing, in the region of Murcia, currently 179 active cases, according to the data from the National Centre for the Disappeared (CNDES) from 2021.
Tropical storm Danielle headed towards Spain Tropical storm Danielle,which was formed over the Atlantic Ocean and is headed towards Spain is likely going to become a hurricane over the weekend.
Senda is the only dog in Spain that can detect traces of accelerants, even after a Infire.the cases where Senda detects their presence, the fire service can notify the "CSI" section of the Guardia Civil without delays, helping preserve vital evidence.
Scientists in Spain have unlocked the genetic code of the "immortal jellyfish" in hopes of unearthing the secret to their unique longevity and find new clues to human aging. In their study, the only known species of jellyfish was able to repeatedly revert back into a larval stage after sexual reproduction.
Disappearances are dealt with by Agents from the Homicide Group
Madrid is the region that has registered the most deaths from heat-related causes (1,292), followed at a distance by Castilla y León (576) and Catalonia (575).
The oldest entry is that of Miguel Ángel Muñoz, who went missing 27 years, five months and three days ago in Cartagena, when he was 19 years of age. He would now be 46. Of the 179 still active at the end of 2021, 143 were men, 88 of them minors, and 36 women, 21minors).
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They say that this is a situation that is especially complicated in the summer because the population triples and also a fairground occupies the only available plot. They also state that throughout the year, on every Thursday, the plot is occupied by the vehicles of market traders.
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Pastora Krista, the recently installed minister with the Iglesia Evangélica Española, read a short tribute as Pipe Sergeant David Heaney, of the Torrevieja Pipes and Drums, played a lament. The commemoration was attended by members of La Siesta Evangelical congregation, which also included former Merchant Navy Captain, Howard Cook.
Dolón reported that the study proposes that the traffic entering the port may have quite acceptable circulation levels, since it proposes that the traffic enters through two entry lanes through the Paseo Vistalegre and that it will also have an exit lane.
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New roundabouts are proposed at the intersection of calle San Policarpo with Ramón Gallud, and at the current confluence of calle María Parodi and Avenida de la Libertad.
Merchant Navy Day was remembered in Torrevieja on Sunday 4 September, when former seaman and D-Day Veteran, Joe Billet, attended the Jardin de Memoria at La Siesta Church, where he laid a wreath in honour and remembrance of the sacrifices made by the often forgotten and invisible, seafarers.The tribute simply read, “To the 60,000 Merchant Seamen who lost their lives during World War II.RIP”.
In their letter to the Ministry the association writes that, "currently there are serious problems of accessibility to this centre, given the limited space available for parking.”
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They highlight "the difficulties experienced, especially by the many people with reduced mobility" who visit the centro salud.
Cambiemos and PP want Plenary Meetings to be held in Orihuela Costa and three districts
Merchant Navy Day honours those who kept Britain afloat during both World Wars.It also celebrates the dependence on modern-day merchant seafarers, which although a civilian service, undoubtedly ranks on the same level as the Armed Forces, because of its critical Therole.photo shows Joe Billet with Pastor Krista and David Heaney prior to the ceremony.
Orihuela Costa health centre requested The Cabo Roig and Lomas Neighborhood Association, has asked the Ministry of Health to include a car park in the expansion of the Orihuela Costa health centre.
MAJOR CHANGES TO TORREVIEJA ROAD NETWORK PROPOSED
It is time that we had more contact with the public,for them to see us up close and for them to be able to pass their demands and opinions to us, without the intermediate bureaucracy that currently Heexists”.continued,“The very least we should do is hold a plenary session once a year on the coast. Both economically and socially,it is an important area of the municipality,and it must be recognized as such.
While Cambiemos will present a proposal to hold the Orihuela plenary session at least once a year in Orihuela Costa,the Partido Popular are proposing an amendment that will add La Aparecida,(pop 2,155),La Murada (pop 3,240) and San Bartolomé, (pop 2,510) to the joint appliThecation.suggestion will be discussed at the next Orihuela plenary session which will take place on Tuesday mornCambiemosing. considers that moving this body to the coast can help to take the administration closer to the coastal part of the municipality, although they also insist that the fundamental thing is that "this institutional approach is accompanied by more resources and better services,both on the coast and in Councillordistricts.Javier Gracia,the spokesman for Cambiemos said that "almost a third of the population registered in the municipality lives in Orihuela Costa,but many of its inhabitants feel, and rightly so,completely abandoned by the HeCouncil.”added that the residents have “the feeling that public representatives only go to the coast to campaign for their votes or take photos.
Avenida de la Libertad will be pedestrianised in its entirety, proposing the pedestrianisation of part of calle Rambla Juan Mateo, and the possibility of extending to other roads, stretches of calle’s Pedro Lorca and Ramón Cajal.
The Mayor of Torrevieja has presented the traffic study carried out for the future area of the Torrevieja port. The study looked at the layout of the access roads to the port, both from the point of view of the private vehicles that would access the facilities of the leisure centre, the hippy market and the fairground area, as well as the operation of public transport, and the traffic flows of the current port facilities (fish market, Marina Salinas and Real Club Náutico Torrevieja).
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A trainee fire fighter, from Santiago de Compostela, died on Tuesday whilst extinguishing a fire in a bus after he was run over by the vehicle. When the firefighters were mounting the operation to put out the fire, the bus moved for reasons that are still unknown, and ran over a trainee firefighter. Despite the rapid intervention of the health services, the firefighter was pronounced dead at the scene.
The government has approved the reform of the Abortion Law in which, among other measures, minors aged 16 and 17 will be allowed to abort without parental permission, the morning after pill is free, and sick leave is approved for painful menstruation.
Eddie Cochran was even younger -- 21 -when he was killed in a road accident at the end of a British tour in 1960. He was trying to shield his fiancee at the time. "Sweet Gene Vincent," a passenger in the same car, escaped with a broken collarbone. And Hollywood icon James Dean, who also died in a car crash, aged 24, became the first actor to receive two posthumous Academy Award nominations, not that he would care too much by then. Compared to those tragic young men, Mozart was an old man, although he had been the original Boy Wonder long before Batman's sidekick Robin usurped that title. He was 35 on the day the music died, Mozart I mean. Robin is a fictitious character. I was sad too when I found that out. An early death is generally equated with unfulfilled promise, but that can't be said of Alexander the Great -- the clue is in the name -- who had conquered most of the known world by the time he left the planet at 33.
The Spanish water reserve is at 35.9 percent of its total capacity. The reservoirs currently store 20,174 cubic hectometres (hm?) of water, decreasing in the last week by 528 cubic hectometres (0.9 percent of the current total capacity of the reservoirs).
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Mortality frequently interferes with longevity, unfortunately. And celebrity and early death often go together, seemingly.
Buddy Holly was only 22 when he died in a plane crash in 1959, astonishing when you consider the musical legacy he left behind. Not Fade Away, indeed.
Trainee fire fighter killed by runaway burning bus
The law also addresses menstrual poverty. Thus, the latest generation contraceptive pills will once again be covered by Social Security and male contraceptive methods will be promoted. The free distribution of contraceptive methods in educational centres linked to campaigns on sexual education is also approved.
Current reserves in the Segura are at 37,3%, Júcar 57,3% and Ebro 43,3%
Spanish water reserve is at 35.9 percent of its capacity
Of all things, the world's first spaceman, Yuri Gagarin, died on a routine training flight, aged 34. I hope he didn't fall asleep at the wheel and die of boredom. It seems he wasn't accustomed to weather conditions on earth. Neither am I, sometimes.
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Likewise, the 31-year-old Schubert managed to write 7 complete symphonies, operas, piano and chamber music and more than 600 vocal works. If only I had learned to read Sadnessmusic...fora truncated career can sometimes merge with a mid-life crisis. Tony Hancock, a comedian whose radio show 'Hancock's Half Hour' cleared the streets as whole families tuned in to listen, was the first British comedian to earn a thousand pounds a week, at a time when the average wage was twelve pounds. He committed suicide in an Australian hotel room in 1968. He was just Tommy44.
The Admirable Crichton, a Scottish gentleman celebrated for his many accomplishments -comparisons are sometimes odious -- was killed in a sword fight when he was 21. I'm guessing swordsmanship wasn't one of his Itaccomplishments.isclaimedthata premature death 'tears away the pages of your future,' although The Jackal in Frederick Forsyth's novel resurrected a dead child in the form of a fake passport in its name. ('Paul Duggan') And the Boy King Tutankhamun has certainly enjoyed a long afterlife of international fame. As I said at the start, celebrity and early death often go together. Except for the poor mayfly, which lives only for 1 day. So let's all try to outlive the mayfly every day, what do you say? And never forget the immortal words of Del Boy Trotter in Only Fools and Horses: "Not farewell -- just bonjour." To which James Bond might add, "Die another day, if you can."
Cooper -- he of the fez and bumbling magic tricks -- died in the middle of his act on live TV in 1984, to the sounds of laughter that he never got to hear. At the height of his popularity he tried on a fez in a market in Cairo, and the trader told him, "Every Englishman who tries on one of those red fezzes always says, "Just like that!" You're the first one not to say it."
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TORREVIEJA FISH FARM TO GO AHEAD DESPITE CRITICISM BY LOCAL FLEET
Similar farms located off the coast of El Campello
The City Council of Torrevieja, as well as the Fishermen's Association of the Municipality, was also critical of the project. However, after collecting reports from state agencies and the Ministry itself in favour of the project, the general director of Quality and Environmental Education of the Ministry of Agriculture, Rural Development, Climate Emergency and Ecological Transition has approved the environmental statement.
Monday 5th - Sunday 11th September 2022 PAGE 9www.theleader.infoADVERTISINGHOTLINE 637 227 385 office@theleader.info Last week, the publication in the Official Gazette of the Generalitat Valenciana confirmed that the proposals for a new fish farm off the coast of Torrevieja has been approved.
The business initiative is promoted by Gramabasa, the same company that operates in Santa Pola and already has facilities in Guardamar, and which belongs to the Culmarex group. The project includes the construction of a marine farm for fattening sea bream and sea bass. The company intends to progressively reach a production capacity of 8,000 tons per year. The facility will be made up of 84 cages with a diameter of 38.20 m, a perimeter of 120 and a volume of 13,753 m3 for each cage. These areas will be distributed in 6 equal fleets of 14 production cages. It is intended to also install 18 commercial cages, 16 metres in diameter, The facility will be located in the open sea near the port of Torrevieja. It will occupy a polygon of 221.8 ha (2,218,725 m2) of maritime-terrestrial public domain concession, as stated in the resolution of the Generalitat, in an open and exposed stretch of coast located at a distance of 2,000 metres from the lower limit of the closest posidonia oceanica meadow, maintaining a depth average of – 45 Themetres.project has been in process since September 2019, when the environmental evaluation of the project was first requested, and which was rejected by the Santa Pola Fishermen's Association because, according to their evaluation, "the new aquaculture facility would harm the environment with the probability of destruction of gorgonians, to the fishing boats that sail through the area every day to reach fishing grounds and to the smaller vessels that fish in that area”.
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The day of the ‘guzzler’ is gone. Smaller, more fuel-efficient cars are the future; with special emphasise of course on the electric car. But naturally enough, there is still a bit of ego involved in driving a new model car. Much has to do with the fact that Irish number plates loudly proclaim what age of car you are driving. In Canada, you hold onto the same numberplate every time you change your car. I suspect that if we had a similar system in Ireland, a lot less new cars would be sold!
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Every new car showroom looks so inviting, which makes the thought of ‘changing’ so enticing.The latest gleaming models all lined up and the risk is high that if you drive onto the forecourt, ‘only asking, like’, you are done for! But if your present car is driving like new, why would you need to Ifchange?Ibought a new black car, all that would change is the number-plates and a lightening of my pocket. It’s hard to believe, but my best friend, Beemer, is now only worth about three grand. Just think of what a buyer would be getting for that price – and doing the same performance as a ‘222.’ All the built-in components, electronics, engine, steel, seats, glass, lamps, tools, radio, heater, wheels, tow-bar, wipermotor, mats … and all that for three grand …? Well, you can look for another one –because my buddy, Beemer, aint for sale!
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The plant grows well in shade to full sun, and will produce more flowers, the more sunlight it receives. In severe winters, the vine may die to the ground, but the roots are usually hardy enough to survive and will sprout new growth the following spring. The vine blooms in late winter to early spring on new wood, in clusters of two to five floTherewers. are no major pests of bignonia, however, the vine itself may become a problem in your garden, as it spreads easily by both seed and root suckers.
New cars and new models hit the market constantly, which means that temptation is only the thickness of a showroom window away; but if you have an old black friend like mine, you might think twice of betraying her for a younger model!
In a nutshell, I drive an old black car which like myself, looks as good as new after a bit of a wash. The instruments are simple to understand and it drives along beautifully. Turn off the radio and you wouldn’t hear a rattle or a knock anywhere. We just glide along as if floating on air and she purrs like a kitten. You wouldn’t know you were moving – so much so, that I am the new owner of three penalty points! (Watch yourself near Tullamore hospital!) Road insurance on a ‘banger’ is lower than if the car was worth say another fifty grand. There is much less risk of an old car being stolen and the fear of getting a scratch or dent is non-existent. Not only that, but when it does get the odd little scratch, I just give her time and I swear it gets better by itself!
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The car I currently drive is fourteen years old. When it was 2, 3 and 4 years old, I only taxed it for six months at a time, whilst I contemplated changing it. Now I pay the road-tax for a full year, because old ‘Beemer’ and I have bonded into a close-knit relationship which will remain until either one of us gives up!
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*Author, entrepreneur and newspaper columnist, Bernie Comaskey, now spends most of his time on a farm in Ireland; but he retains his strong links with the Costa Blanca. Bernie has published four books; ëIf Ever a Man Sufferedí, ëThe Best of Bernieí, ëThe Teamí, and ëJust Between Ourselvesí. Bernieís books are available at half price, on sale from either Spanish Solutions or ëThe Leader.íCall 637 227 385 for info. Bignonia capreolata - common names Crossvine, Cross Vine Trumpet Flower, a self-clinging, evergreen vine - plays all the right tunes! With leaves glossy green, in cooler climates they take on a reddish-purple colour, with orange, yellow and red flowers. Atropical looking plant that climbs using tendrils to wrap around stems or bark for support, as it grows up tall objects like fences or pine trees. It will grow in many soil types, preferably well drained, it tolerates a wide variety of conditions, including coastal settings.
Having said all of the above; if you deserve a new car and the pleasure that goes with it: If you have earned it and want to treat yourself: If you are like Oscar Wilde and can ‘resist everything except temptation’…. well, then go for it. Tell Jim I sent you …!
Jim Bourke is a fan of YCBS, but he won’t like this one; and chances are he won’t be calling Bridie to read it either! Bourkes are in the business of selling cars, which they do very well - including shifting a lot of new cars. This week we are going to make a case for not buying a new car. Take me for example, (ah Lads … Lads, please, this has nothing to do with that …!) I purchased my first car in 1963 and my first new car in 1973. From ’73 until 2008, I changed to a new car every one to three years. What a waste of money! Money that was often a scarce commodity and could have been put to better use. I would regularly meet cars on the road that I had traded in one or two cars back. As soon as I thought about a new car … I was gone! There is a certain intoxication in the feel and smell of a new gluaisteán, but is it worth it ‘the morning Iafter?’know a wise and wealthy Scotsman who did things differently. What Sam did all his life was to buy a top of the range new car and then drive it until it was about to give up. Even old cars don’t do breakdowns on the road anymore – something which was very different ‘back in the day.’
Forever young Joan, whose eldest son is 70-plus, said: "I don't know why I have not had Paella, but that's kind of weird, now that I have been living in Spain for 20 years."
Joan, whose good looks have landed her a filming contract with Nivea, who has included pies in her diet since her schooldays, said: "I will try some Paella."
Joan, who retired to Spain with her late husband 20 years ago said, said: "We didn't drink to socialise when we came to Spain, and kept a small group of friends who we played golf with, Dutch and Germans. "People drink wine in Spain just like water - many drink too much, and that probably ages them."
Murcia based great-grandmother Joan Richmond-Woodhouse, 91, who puts down eating pies to keep her fit and young looking revealed that she has never tasted Spain’s National dish, "I'vePaella.never had Spain’s National dish, Paella. Never touched it," confessed mother of six sons Joan.
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Joan, who has been chatted up by younger men for decades, said: "I remember in years gone by when visiting Benidorm and getting chatted up by younger men - Benidorm was a good laugh." (P3 of a Leader Exclusive continues next week)
Murcia great-grandmother Joan, 91, has never tasted paella despite living in Spain for over 20 years. By Andrew Atkinson, EXCLUSIVE NEVER HAD PAELLA BUT I´LL TRY SOME!
SCHOOL COVID MEASURES
Classrooms will no longer have to be ventilated constantly and interpersonal distance will no longer have to be maintained in school canteens,according to a document opublished by the Public Health Commission. However,it is recommended to ventilate the rooms several times a day,between classes,adapting the time to the characteristics of the schedule. In the same way,the recommendation to maintain personal distances and to organise breakfast or snacks in morning or extracurricular activities by groups is also eliminated.
Joan, who quit smoking in her 50s, added: "I like the odd Bailey's - it's nice but fattening. So I stick to just having one!."
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Costa Calida based Joan, born in Oswaldtwistle, Lancashire, reasoned: "It's the same with people eating and going out for a Chinese takeaway, or dining in a restaurant. "Why change? Eating pies has kept me fit and well. It's the same with drinking, I've never been a drinker."
Candle in the Wind went on to become the biggest selling single of all time.
1963 - Cilla Black signed a management contract with Beatle’s manager Brian Epstein.Cilla changed her name to Black, (it was white), after a misprint in the music paper 'Mersey Beat'.
Los Alcázares town hall set itself a challenge for this summer, to fill the parks with families and offer the children original and fun activities and shows that they could enjoy. "And we have overcome this challenge even above our expectations," says the Councillor for Celebrations, José Carlos ThroughoutCastejón. the summer, thousands of boys and girls have participated in the activities organised by the Department of Celebrations in many different parks and squares of Los Alcázares.
“The involvement and participation of residents and visitors has surprised us every day. Many families went to the parks and squares to enjoy the musical shows, the pedal go-karts, the foam parties, and many other activities that have been arranged by th council for all the boys and girls who have wanted to attend”, said the councillor Jose Carlos Castejon. wereTheMonkeesbornin1965
1995 - Coolio featuring L.V.scored his first No.1 single with 'Gangsta's Paradise'.The song sampled the chorus of the 1976Stevie Wonder song 'Pastime Paradise' and featured in the 1995 movie Dangerous Minds starring Michelle Pfeiffer.Coolio whos real name is Artis Leon Ivey Jr was awarded a Grammy Award for the song.
The 'Game Show' and the 'Pirate Foam Party' events were held in the municipality on different Sundays this summer and the result of the event has always been very successful.
1997 – Elton Johnrecorded a new version of 'Candle In The Wind' after performing the song live at Diana Princess of Wale’s funeral.An estimated 2.5 billion people around the world watched Elton play the special tribute to Diana.The track went on to become the biggest selling single of all time.
2003 – David Bowieperformed the first interactive concert when his performance was beamed live into 21 cinemas from Warsaw to Edinburgh.Members of the audience talked to him via microphones linked to ISDN lines and took requests for songs from fans.
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1988 - 2,000 items of Elton John's personal memorabilia including his boa feathers, 'Pinball Wizard' boots and hundreds of pairs of spectacles were auctioned at Sotheby's in London.In the same year Michael Jacksonappeared at Aintree Racecourse in Liverpool on his Bad World Tour.Over 3,000 fans were treated by the St.John Ambulance service for passing out, hysteria and being crushed amongst the crowd of 125,000 fans, the largest concert of the 123 date world tour.
2016 - An asteroid was named after Freddie Mercuryto mark what would have been the singer's 70th birthday.The Queen frontman has had his name attached to Asteroid 17473, which was discovered in 1991 - the year he died.Queenguitarist Brian May told a gathering of 1,250 fans at Montreux Casino in Switzerland that the asteroid would now be known as Asteroid 17473 Freddiemercury.
2021 – Girls Aloud singer Sarah Harding died age 39.Her professional career began in 2002 when she successfully auditioned for the ITV reality series Popstars:The Rivals, during which she won a place in the girl group.They achieved twenty consecutive top ten singles, including four number ones in the UK.In August 2020 Harding announced that she had been diagnosed with advanced breast cancer.
1992 – Nirvana’s Krist Novoselic knocked himself unconscious during theMTVmusic and video awards after being hit on the head with his guitar after throwing it 'up in the air'.
1956 - Elvis Presleysurprised his mother with a gift of a pink Cadillac.The car remained in the Presley family and eventually went on display at Graceland.
Thousands of Children Enjoyed Los Alcázares Summer Events
1965 - US newspaper ‘The Hollywood Reporter’ran the following advertisement;'Madness folk & roll musicians, singers wanted for acting roles in new TV show.Parts for 4 insane boys.TheMonkeeswere born.437 people applied for the job.
1984 - Stevie Wonderhad his first UK No.1 with 'I Just Called To Say I Love You'.Taken from the film 'The Woman In Red', it was 18 years after Stevie's chart debut in 1966.The song stayed at No.1 for six weeks.
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3.The stained glass windows in which French cathedral produce a unique colour of blue? 4.The Taj Mahal.Taj means 'crown'.What does Mahal mean?
2.The last four stars on the Stars and Stripes were all added in the last century.Which states did they represent?
18.What is the federal capital of French Guiana which gives its name to a kind of 19.Wines:a:Whatspice?
8.The Cutty Sark gives it's name to a brand of whisky.Which way is the ship sailing on the label, to the left or to right?
PAGE 14 Monday 5th - Sunday 11th September 2022www.theleader.info ADVERTISINGHOTLINE 637 227 385 office@theleader.info CRYPTIC CROSSWORD ANSWERSWeek934 ACROSSACROSS 1.Favoured 23.Heedless22.Regal21.Sketch18.Continuous17.Unsightly15.Rule13.Infertile11.Blow10.Droop8.Flabby7.Machinery(10)(5)(7)(8)(4)(6)(6)(4)(8)(7)(5)(10) DOWNDOWN 1.Obvious 2.Trespasser(5) (8) 3.Swarm over (6) 4.Dash (4) 5.Omit 6.Enchanted(7) (10) 9.For sure (10) 12.Keep (8) 14.Free 16.Condemned(7) (6) 19.Chasm (5) 20.Region (4) ACROSSACROSS 1.Harsh things said behind the captain's back? (5,5) 7.Sounds to be permitted if given voice (5) 8.Coped as he grew older? (7) 10.Twisted blade can be evenly weighted (8) 11.Extremely deficient delivery - only half (4) 13.Herod's other island? (6) 15.Tip-top edition using thin gauzy paper (6) 17.Rounds of feline drinks? (4) 18.Sacks the money-takers (8) 21.Shyness kept ready if needed? (7) 22.Drilling tool used in putting fireguard back (5) 23.Publicity man wildly resents gap (5,5) DOWNDOWN 1.Damage the booty (5) 2.Jeopardise by showing wrath after the finale (8) 3.How many have less feeling? (6) 4.Has possession of ring at three points (4) 5.Go off the topic - unusual dirge on ship (7) 6.Does he purr over his swag? (3,7) 9.Boring step taken to get bushels, quarters, etc.? (3,7) 12.Wet chair to be treated cautiously (4,4) 14.He is against work on problem (7) 16.In which court pictures are not for public viewing? (6) 19.3 in a boat, perhaps (5) 20.Hearty bowman? (4) LEADER TRIVIA QUIZ (Answers on page 21) QUICKIE CROSSWORD ACROSS:QUICKQUICKACROSS: 6 Congeal; 7 Robot; 9 Ice; 10 Precipice; Discrepancy;12 15 Forthcoming; 17 Paramount; 19 Sly; 21 Style; 22 Revival. DOWN:DOWN: 1 Coach; 2 Egg; 3 Fair; 4 Complaint; 5 Concoct; 8 Scream; 11 Virtually; 13 Cocoon; 14 Loyalty; 16 Bleak; 18 Need; 20 Wig. ACROSS:CRCRYPTICYPTICACROSS: 6 Capital; 7 Baron; 9 Age; 10 Reporters; Underhanded;12 15 Nosey parker; 17 Tit for tat; 19 Dot; 21 Get on; 22 Reverse. DOWN:DOWN: 1 Tango; 2 Tin; 3 Ware; 4 Bartender; 5 Journey; 8 Bother; 11 Underfoot; 13 Expert; 14 Conifer; 16 Hoist; 18 Aver; 20 Red. Fill in the grid so that every row, every column, and every 3x3 box contains the digits 1 to 9. Solution on Page 21 CAN CHALLENGE?MASTERYOUTHESUDOKU
16.If you allow for inflation what is the highest grossing movie of all 17.Who,time? in the 1980s, became the first cricketer since WG Grace to have their portrait commissioned by the National Portrait Gallery?
9.On which Caribbean island did Mont Pelee erupt in May 1902, killing all but one of the inhabitants of the town of St.Pierre?
11.Where is the 'Canyon of Heroes'?
13.In which sci-fi films would you find the following doctors? a.Dr. Heywood R Floyd, b.Dr.Zia, c.Dr.John Hammond, d.Dr.Peter 14.ASilbermanpopular festival in India is called Naga Panchami.What is it in honour of?
6.Complete the names of the following Bond girls.a.Tiffany, b. Honey, c.Kissy, d.Wai, e.Mary 7.Salvador de Bahia was the first capital of which country?
10.What was unusual about the presence of Pope Formosus at his own trial in January 897?
colour are most of the wines from France's Anjou region? b:Which red wine is drunk when young and is called 'nouveau'? c:In which area of Italy is Chianti Classico produced? d: Which country does Sukhindol wine come from? e:In which winegrowing country is Casablanca Valley?
5.Nellie Bly went around the world from New York to New York in record time in 1889.Plus or minus 10 days, how long did it take?
20.What did George V ban in his household to encourage others to do the same, and help the war effort?
1.Winter Sports:a:Which skier won America's first ever Alpine skiing title at the Olympic Games? b:What nationality is the slalom champion Ingemar Stenmark? c:For which James Bond movie was a parachute ski-jump filmed from the summit of Canada's Mount Asgard? d:From which language did English adopt the word 'Ski'? e:What nationality was the competitor who commented:"We may not be the greatest at winning Winter Olympics but at least we can carry our bloody flag properly"?
12.Which tennis player became the youngest Wimbledon semi-finalist for 99 years in 1986?
15.In which book or film would you find the well travelled philanthropist Abel Magwitch?
During the evening they will hope to collect further signatures as the developer seeks approval from the Orihuela City Council, for a resumption of the work that was paralysed in And2007.with that final approval on the horizon, and as Gomiendo seem confident of restarting building work before the end of the year, this could be one of the very last protest rallies where there is any likelihood of effecting a change to the government’s position.
SALVEMOS CALA MOSCA SEEKING YOUR SUPPORT WITH EU BOUND PETI TION
The land was found to accommodate at least two endangered and protected species: la jarilla cabeza de gato and el caracol tudorella mauretanica (the cat-headed jarilla and the tudorella mauretanica snail).
This could be one of the very final opportunities for Salvemos Cala Mosca to influence the Ayuntamiento decision
Cambiemos, one of the political parties that is propping up the current coalition council, is also demanding explanations from the government team, especially from the political leadership of the Department of Urban Planning, which they describe as fickle and inconsistent They have already warned the PSOE and Ciudadanos that the construction on this stretch of the coast is a red line that endangers the agreement that brought the coalition into Now,power.in one final show of defiance, Salvemos Cala Mosca has obtained permission from the Government Sub delegation to hold a demonstration against the development next Saturday, the 10th September at 7:30 p.m. on the Cala de la Mosca promenade.
The association Salvemos Cala Mosca is continuing with its ‘dogged’ campaign to gather signatures objecting to the construction of 2,200 homes by the developer Gomiendo on the last undeveloped kilometre of the Orihuela coast. In 2010, CLARO and other groups that already opposed building on the land, collected over 7,000 signatures, which, at the time forced the postponement of the work, pending an environmental study.
Now, completely saturated by far more properties than it’s feeble infrastructure can support, residents and visitors with second homes in the area, continue to criticise the historical deficit of public services, as well as the precarious state of the roads, deficiencies in the sanitation network and in the refuse collection services, security and parks. The sewerage system can barely meet the needs of the current population, as can be seen all too often with spillages onto local roads and the embarassing closure of ‘blue flag’ beaches. It is hardly surprising that the objections continue to be so widespread and so vocal.
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So do please go along, sign the petition, and show that the residents of the Orihuela Costa really do have a voice.
An off-duty Civil Guard agent collaborated with the Los Alcázares Local Police to arrest a man following several thefts on the beach Following the location of one of the stolen mobiles, and together with a local police officer from Los Alcázares, the agent managed to locate the thief and hold him until the arrival of the Civil Guard. The agent was denouncing the theft of a backpack with a mobile phone inside, that had been stolen from two young relatives while they were bathing on the beach. Whilst he was at the police station a call was received reporting new thefts in the area, and the agent, with his private vehicle, in Police,AlcázareswithcollaborationaLosLocalbeganto search for the suspect. They finally managed to find him thanks to the location signals of one of the stolen mobiles.
Last week it was an antique cannon, this week, itís the remains of a Roman anchor, as it seems like the Mediterranean Sea is giving up some of the treasures from the deep and delivering them to the shore.
The first date is Thursday 8 September,departing at 6:00 p.m.but then they hope to repeat the activity on the 1st Thursday of every month. The first outing will be with kayaks,and the club are now looking for volunteers to join in, although places are limited. If you are interested in joining in with this environmental initiative,you can do so at the reception of the RCNT,located on Paseo Vistalegre.
Plan launched to clean the sea around Torrevieja The beach from where most of the thefts took place.
Armed Robbery at JewelleryTorreviejaStore
On Wednesday evening, a man wearing a cap and mask, carrying two large bags, entered the Joyería Hernández jewellery store, located on calle María Parodi in Torrevieja, and pulled a gun on the manager Marta Hernández and her employee, ordering them to open the drawers where the jewellery is displayed. The employee recognised the man, who apparently had come to the jewellery store a few days earlier accompanied by his Thepartner.thief,who had already emptied a large part of the chests of drawers, fled at full speed down Calle Pedro Lorca upon learning that he had been recognised. Customers from nearby businesses came out in pursuit of him trying to stop the vehicle in which he was fleeing by placing containers, which he dodged, although in one of the collisions the number plate of the car was knocked off. An investigation is now underway. The store became famous during Christmas of last year when it won the Torrevieja window dressing competition.
The local archaeologist, MarÌa GarcÌa Samper subseqently inspected the area in search of and further new finds.
Alead stock belonging to a Roman anchor was found off Pilar de la Horadada and will be deposited in the Archaeological Museum of the municipality, where cleaning and desalination will be carried out. Like the cannon, the discovery was made by a local resident, who informed the municipal archaeology service so that they could take charge of the discovery.
Roman Anchor washes up on beach in Pilar de la Horadada
The Real Club Náutico Torreveija (RCNT) has launched an initiative to clean up the sea around Torrevieja,by arranging outings to collect floating waste.
The thieves remove the belongings that bathers leave next to their towels while they are in the water. That is why it is recommended that there is always someone watching the backpacks and purses to prevent these situations”, said the Security Councillor Pedro José Sánchez.
Los Alcázares arrest after spate of thefts on beach
“This method is very common in beach areas.
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The agent of the Civil Guard and Local Police then detained the alleged perpetrator of the thefts, until a Civil Guard patrol arrived and arrested him. The detainee was detained by the Court of Instruction of the Guard of San Javier.
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Well - if I thought the agent was odd, the English notary was …well, incredible! As it was early August and my wife and I wanted to complete the purchase to go out for a holiday on the bank holiday weekend at the end of the month, ‘Mr ‘ sent us the papers to sign and return. Apparently both we, and the UK sellers (also fromYorkshire, as it ‘appened), signed in the wrong Inplaces.order to get the job done in time, we actually had to meet the notary in person on Bedford station of all places, and sign in his presence in the buffet. We met this strange pin-stripedsuited city-type character on the platform and went into the buffet to a table. To say he and my (now ex) wife clashed in personalities was an understatement. Within seconds she said, as usual, exactly what she thought, which was that she thought ‘all this’ was ridiculous, with an elaborate wave of her arm. He took off his half glasses, folded them up and put them down on top of the papers.
I went with Bill to buy the materials and the next morning he started, while we went to the beach. We came back three hours later to find Bill slouched on the front patio, glaring at me. He jerked a thumb toward next door and announced, a tad triumphantly, I thought: ‘You’ve got big trouble! Spanish ‘ere have just come from Madrid, and she’s gone beserk! The police ‘ave bin and they wanna see you!’ With this helpful information he got in his car and went, leaving me to face a lot of aggravation, both domestically internally, and externally via next door - and the Ignoringlaw.
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The funny thing was that when you opened this back door, you were about three feet above ground level, due to the slope of the land. The agent had assured me the property came with written planning permission for a full rear patio, and when I completed the purchase back in the UK, a sheaf of Spanish official looking stamped papers were supplied, on the local Town Hall headed paper. I assumed this was the perNomissionone was next door at the time of our holiday, and we had a lovely relaxed time for the first week. Naturally I wanted to get the patio done, and after asking around ended up
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Spain 'breached' political rights of formerly jailed independence leaders: UN The United Nations' Human Rights Committee has stated that Spain "violated" the political rights of four formerly jailed leaders, convicted for their roles in organizing the 2017 referendum on independence despite Spain's ban. The report also says that the govt should not have removed the officials from office and stripped them of duties before convicting them.
with a rough – ‘diamond’ is a bit strong – handyman from London, called Bill. I explained what I wanted, nothing elaborate, just three stone steps down from the door, and slabs covering the nine square metres of open ground, to be able to sit out to take advantage of the south facing rear aspect.
The casa was a terraced property, next to the end one which faced alternately to mine, my back was his front, and viceversa. From my front position the land sloped gradually away down to the back of the property, the front being about a metre higher than the back. The galleria at the back had been converted into another room, with an outside door.
To be continued ....…
We made it Spain on time and took over our new property.
‘You think all – what – is ridiculous?’ he demanded, and imitated her elaborate wave. I managed to calm it down, and we all signed. Driving home from Bedford was lively...
the first problem, I went round the back to face the music. Bill’s dire description was spot on, as I walked into a barrage of Spanish abuse from a very small, fierce-looking older lady, plus a small Spanish gathering of onlookers, all murmuring, either nodding or shaking heads, pointing – it all wasn’t looking good.
Bravely ignoring serious internal queries, I went back out to the lynch mob, cockily brandishing my ‘permission’. He examined all the papers one by one carefully, and then shook his head slowly. He pointed out various sentences, which of course meant nothing to me, pointing to date stamps on the papers, which were about a year old. It began to dawn on me that all was not well, perhaps I had been sold a pup. Oh yes, it turned out to be REFUSAL of planning permission!
The next minute two young policeman arrived – Godzilla, the poisoned Spanish dwarf raised her pitch and speed of delivery, giving it hooray to the more senior-looking of the two policemen. He attempted to stop her with little success, attempting meanwhile to speak to me in polite Spanish to indicate that, as some building had started, did I have planning permission? I realised what he wanted and I assured him that I had: he indicated to me to go and get it.
MOVINGSPANISH STORY (Part1)
Airline strikes to Incontinuekeepingwith disrupted travel this summer, Ryanair cabin crew are set to continue strike action until the beginning of 2023. The strikes will take place every week, from Monday to OtherairlinesThursday.likeEasyjet are also on strike, which have affected travel plans across the Thecountry.strikesare expected to result in more cancellations and delays this month.
In 1995 I arrived in Spain for a holiday plus a bit of house-hunting, staying in a friend’s apartment. By the time I left two weeks later I had found my dream house, but only on the last day and not without problems. I had been shown different houses by different agents, but I also had a sheaf of faxed copies of similar properties sent earlier whilst in the UK. One in particular had taken my eye, but it was a bad copy and I couldn’t find the property. At the last minute I discovered it, and eventually found someone who had a key who showed me round it – perfect! I headed home, as the casa was being sold by a UK agent, who turned out to be an off-hand Yorkshireman. We eventually agreed the price, he assured me I had a bargain, and it certainly seemed that way to me as it included all the decent furniture: internally it was first-class. He then surprised me by telling me I could do all the necessary administration and payment in the UK, via an English notary, which was news to me. I had been reading up on the seemibly-complicated Spanish way of buying and was determined not to let anyone ‘get the better of me’ as per the horror stories.
In statements to journalists,the mayor of
Elche,Carlos González,said that Elche will "always" claim the return of the Iberian bust to "the city where it was sculpted and found" 125 years ago now. He went on to say,that with the departure of the Vuelta Ciclista from Elche,the aim is to "project to the world" the heritage values ??of the city,"and say that we are the city of the Lady and we consider it’s placement in Madrid as only temporary".
Elche mayor Carlos Gonzalez, centre right, accompanied by the President of the Diputacion, Carlos Mazon, centre left.
ELCHE DEMANDS RETURN OF THE LADY AT START OF LA VUELTA TIME TRIAL
During the start of the tenth stage of the Vuelta Ciclista a España, the mayor of Elche has demanded the return of the bust of the Lady of Elche to its city of origin as currently it remains in the National Archaeological Museum (MAN) of Madrid. A large bust of the Lady presided over the Altamira Palace,in the historic centre,from where the individual time trial of the Vuelta Ciclista started last Tuesday,travelling from Elche itself to the city of Alicante.
The mayor also highlighted the joy from the emotional and sporting point of view of hosting the time trial because Elche is today "world capital of cycling". He said that beyond the social and economic impact of the Vuelta,the departure from Elche provides "national and international visibility",a showcase,he said,for the promotion of the Meanwhile,incity. the time trial itself,Remco Evenepoel (Quick-Step Alpha Vinyl) took the stage win he was looking for with an impressive performance in the individual time trial from Elche to Alicante.At 55.7km/h,the Belgian star dominated everyone,including Primoz Roglic (Jumbo-Visma),2nd on the day with a gap of 48’’ after 30.9km.
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Evenepoel is the first rider to beat Roglic in an ITT of La Vuelta.He increased his lead at the top of the GC standings,2’40’’ ahead of Roglic and 3’03’’ ahead of Enric Mas He(Movistar).isalsothe first Belgian rider to win an ITT stage of La Vuelta since Fons De Wolf in Valladolid in 1979.Jean-Luc Vandenbroucke won the prologue in Benidorm in 1987.
So, it is hot! We are hearing all sorts of stories of how records are being broken. Someone has even said it is 116 years since ‘something’ happened. We have just passed into our twenty third year of living in Spain, staying in the one house in the same village. It was August two thousand when we moved to this stunning part of the World. We were privileged when we first arrived in this charming country to see the end of what we were told at the time was a fouryear drought.
MOTORING:
The Mayor explained that the predictions of a possible DANA in the Mediterranean during the month of September, and the GVA prevention campaigns "have seen us activate all available resources to ensure that we are on alert for a rapid Heresponse."further stated that all official information on such incidents would be published on the Council's social networks and website.
On Wednesday, Mayor José María Pérez Sánchez held a preventive meeting of the CECOPAL (Municipal Operational Coordination Centre) where he met with all the technicians and municipal services involved, in addition to the cleaning, water, emergency, Civil Protection and Local Police to update the #DANA2022 prevention and protection plan.
The Council, after some time, managed to have all the frontal signs removed from the shop and replaced with blank black glass.
And yet we did build with approval, we took the grass up turf by turf and built his gym underground with a tunnel leading to it from the house.
Vega Baja fears a new DANA as Pilar de la Horadada prepares for floods
THE TATTOO MAN The Town Council in Hanham in East Bristol were disturbed. Exactly opposite a junior school a Tattoo Shop had opened, we are talking the mid-eighties. The shop also sold bondage and sexual items, some of which were displayed in its windows, along with a large sign advertising the inking business.
The Council has subsequently issued a statement addressed to the entire community, especially to farmers, in which it requests their collaboration to alleviate the adverse weather effects that could occur in the municipality, urging them to maintain the areas of crops and greenhouses free of material that could hinder the passage of water, as well as removing plastics, materials or waste from roads in order to avoid blockages that prevent the normal run off of rainwater.
The heavens broke open just a few months later in that October when a frightening ‘Gota Fria’ came tumbling down from the North, severe in its intensity, with continuous lightning strikes, strong winds and rain. It went on for two days.
On the very day following a severe crash, when a test BMW car in Germany with selfdriving abilities, moved into the traffic on the opposite side of the carriageway, causing a head on crash and carnage with many vehicles in a massive collision, and killing eight people, the United Kingdom have agreed that type of vehicle can be used on the country’s roads as from 2023, and cars with full self-driving abilities will be allowed on the roads two years later. Then it will be possible to hurtle down the motorway at seventy miles an hour reading the newspaper or watching TV.
For several days the municipal services and other companies, including public street cleaning services and water and sanitation services, have been working on cleaning gutters, scuppers and any means providing a passage of water to facilitate its flow and avoid stagnation, and during the meeting the participants reviewed the critical points against the risk of floods.
The Local Police will ensure that the information is passed to farmers and supervise their compliance with the provisions of the request.
Flooding of the AP7 tunnel at Pilar de la Horadada in September 2019
It was a welcome sight and people stood in wonder looking at the water rushing down gullies, whilst those on the coast, who had mistakenly made camp or parked their vehicles in the dry water ravines, were washed out to sea by the volume of water gushing down from the mountains. Is it really any different now from previous years when temperature readings were logged down? I don’t think so! This warm weather we are constantly told, is because of global warming - but looking at it logically, it was in the sixteenth century when scientists first played with the idea of using a thermometer type instrument to measure temperature, however it was not until 1848 when a recognised standard scale was introduced, which means, before that time, any history of a renowned measuring of heat cannot be possible or comparable. Therefore, we know very little about weather patterns before then, going back thousands of years. Even after the introduction of a standard scale, records are questionable, recorded at separate locations by individuals on instruments we know very little of, as to their Itcorrectness.wasnotuntil the overview of the satellite system of the last twenty years, that we found any accuracy. My view, it is not possible to compare the history of weather patterns!
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As we move into September, torrential rains become increasingly possible causing Pilar de la Horadada Town Hall to increase it’s preparations for inclement weather.
In a debate the members were concerned about the bad influence on the children, as they would pass this shop on their way to and from school. Although as Chairman I declined to be involved, as I would have a conflict of interest, as the owner had instructed me to design a man type cave/gym at his house.
I had a different problem, his house was detached, old and a listed building with a huge garage to one side which would originally have accommodated a large carriage with room for the horses.
DANCING GIRLS: During the period of the War the ‘Tiller Girls’ (1889 -2011) danced at various venues throughout the land to help in the cheering up of the population, which was under terrible strain. Later they appeared regularly on television – who remembers ‘Saturday Night at the London Palladium’? They continued dancing, some into their fifties and sixties and older, for charitable events, until 2011. Times and attitudes move on, and I read that such events are seen as demeaning to women with their high kicking routine. Unlike tattoos which are seen everywhere - such shows are a rarity because they are seen by some, as belittling of the female form, and yet we see from day to day, semi naked adult females going about their daily business showing more than the Tiller Girls ever did, as if that does not lower standards. At the same time the NHS has decided in its ‘woke’ management that ladies do not exist as they are ‘people who bleed with chest milk’. So, there we have it, the younger generation think dancing girls lower their esteem but dressing revealingly and poorly in the street doesn’t, anyway, as we are supposed to be all equal there is no such thing as a www.facebook.com/percyfemale. chattey - author
To the rear, overlooking a valley, a beautiful, tailored lawn, where he wanted the project to go. The planning officer when approached about the scheme smiled and shook his head, so there was no way were we going to build.
I did not think it was necessary, but the building inspector insisted on a fire exit, so I added it so it could not be seen, to please the planning officer, I brought it up, so it exited through the garage. We then replaced the grass turf by turf.
The valley was brown in colour due to the lack of rain with the trees looking sad, their branches sagging towards the ground as if trying to seek out additional water.
TREVOR IMMELMAN's International team will be hoping for something like a miracle when The Presidents Cup (22nd-25th Sept) is held at Quail Hollow Club, Charlotte, Nth. Carolina and they come up against the USA team of Davis Love III. Since the USAhave won every match since 2003, and Gary Player's International team could only manage a tie on that occasion, there is some excuse for America feeing cocky. In 2019 Tiger Woods captained the U.S. in Melbourne when they beat Ernie Els' team 16-14.
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Here on the Costa’s golf is one of the biggest leisure time activities for both tourists and resident alike and with this in mind we have secured the services of Mike Probert of Costa Blanca Green Fee Services to provide a weekly round up of local golfing events and topics and in conjunction with us at THE LEADER will provide discounted golf prices to all of our readers and run our golf competitions.
It is with regret that we must inform you of problems with the condition of the course and greens at Mar Menor caused by a political situation over the last 6- 8 weeks which prevented the purchase of water to irrigate the course and the damage to the course has already been done and while it was hoped that the course would only be closed until the end of September 2022 to repair the damage this has now been extended until the end of October 2022. You will need to check with the course it you have any bookings there before the end of October 2022 but also remember that Hacienda del Alamo and Saurines are excellent courses and part of the same group. In addition the region of Murcia has a host of excellent courses such as Altorreal, Aguilon, Alhama Signature, El Valle, Hacienda Riquelme, La Torre, La Manga, La Serena,Lorca,New Sierra Golf and Roda to name a few. To help you through this difficult time we will offer our readers and additional 5% discount from our published prices for any booking on a course in Murcia. Call Mike Probert on (00 34) 661345931 to make a #RegióndeMurcia#TurismoRM#VisitMurcia#CostaCalida#RegiondeMurcia#CostaCalidaMakesYouHappy#ITREM#CostaCálidabooking.
QUIZ FROM PAGE 14: 1. Five Answers: a: Bill Johnson - in 1984 with a new Olympic speed record; b: Swedish; c: The spy who loved me; d: Norwegian; e: British, Squadron Leader Mike Freeman, bobsleigher and flag bearer at the 1972 Winter Olympics. 2. Alaska, Hawaii, Arizona and New Mexico. 3. Chartes. Chartes Blue. 4. Palace. 5. 72 days, 6 hours, 11 minutes. 6. Five answers: a. Case, b. Ryder, c. Suzuki, d. Lin, e. Goodnight. 7. Brazil. 8. To the right. 9. The island of Martinique. 10. He was dead. 11. New York City. Lower Broadway, where the ticker tape parades are held. 12. Gabriella Sabatini. 13. Four answers: a. 2001 or 2010. b. Planet of the Apes. c. Jurassic Park. d. Terminator. 14. Snakes. From the Sanskrit naga. Nag means snake (usually cobra) in India. 15. Expectations,Great16. Gone with the wind ($2 billion allowing for inflation), 17. Ian Botham, 18. Cayenne, 19. Five answers - a: Rose, b: Beaujolais, c: Tuscany, d: Bulgaria, e: Chile, 20. Alcohol,
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The chances of his winning a maiden Rolex series title in the fourth Rolex event of the DPWorld Tour season now look promising, although Justin Rose, Matt Fitzpatrick and Jon Rahm together with defending champion Billy Horschel will be trying to ensure he Ticketsdoesn't. for the Championship have completely sold out. Superstars Rock Group Razorlight and Jax Jones (never heard of them) will be blasting out on the Saturday and Sunday on the Slingsby Showstage so if the cheers don't deafen the spectators the band probably MOREwill.ACTION IN SURREYon 16-18th September: the PGACup at FoxhillsíLongcross course , one of the stunning parkland courses the county is famous for. Originally called the Llandudno Trophy and played between Great Britain Scotland Wales and Ireland the tournament was suspended for the 2nd World War and never restarted. Now played between the USAand GBI the trophy currently held by the Americans has been renamed the PGACup, probably because they couldn't pronounce Llandudno.
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IF YOUíRE LUCKYENOUGH to be blessed with the skills of a pro golfer you get to play the worldís best courses regularly, but at the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship (from 28th Sept) you get it with knobs on. The pride of Scotland: St. Andrews Old Course, KIngsbarns and Carnoustie await you. The Alfred Dunhill consists of an individual professional tournament for the world's leading golfers and a team competition pairing top pros and celebrity amaThisteurs.year, with Rory fresh from his Fedex Cup triumph at Eastlake, he and his Dad Gerry will be going for it after victory in 2014 and a near miss in 2019. They tied on 39 under par with Tommy Fleetwood and Ogden Phipps but were beaten on countback. Rory has fond memories of the Alfred Dunhill Links. In 2007 aged 18 he became the youngest player to earn a European Tour Card from tournament play when he finished third. In 2014, 48 hours after helping Europe to win the Ryder Cup at Gleneages Rory won the Alfred Dunhill paired with his Dad. He also won two majors that year, the Open at Hoylake and the USPGAChampionship at Valhalla, a double he was close to repeating this year. Incidentally, this year's BMWWentworth charity will be CALM (Campaign against living miserably) Sounds as bad as Tony Blair's 'Drawing All Faiths Together' RORYWILLRETURN(DAFT) to the West Course at Wentworth, Surrey, for the BMWPGAChampionship (Sept 8th-11th)
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Quail Hollow has been going all-out to impress the fans, with a stadium arena ìPacked with enthusiasm and entertainment!î For the hungry spectators there will be an ìon-course experience reflecting the Charlotte cultureî with local eateries Ace Burgers, What the Fries, and Two Scoops Creamery providing sustenance between holes 10 and 14, and if they still fancy a little something Big Chicken Bites and the Sunflour Bakery between the 14th and 18th. After this experience of ìCharlotte Cultureî they can waddle over to watch the presentation ceremony, if they don't have a heart attack enGOLFERSroute. HAVE the happiest marriages - fact. 500 golfers and nongolfersíwives were asked to rate their marriages on a scale of one up to five. Nearly 80% of the golfersíwives rated their satisfaction as five, compared to 59% of non-golfers' wives. So you can head off to the tee with the blessing of ëEr Indoors.í(But maybe not on your wedding anniversary.)
Rory and his Dad Gerry
WILL PREMIER LEAGUE CLUBS DOMINATE THE CHAMPIONS LEAGUE?
SAAM GOLF CHRISTEN NEW SOCIETY AT CAMPOAMOR
Next game La Serena 27th September 09:30 start. Euro 47 for members and certificated sailors or 50 euro for guests. Please mail: sammgolfsociety@gmail.com .
SAMM – Sailing Association Mar Menor, offers dinghy to catamaran sailing, cruising, a motorboat plus racing and social activities. If you would like to know more about us, go to our web site www.sailingmarmenor.com or Ifmembership@sailingmarmenor.comemail:youlikesailingandgolfinthesun,then SAMM is for you.
On a very hot Sunday morning we had a very enjoyable competition; it was good to see some of our new members enjoying the morning. Thanks to Neil and Debbie Crawford who sponsored the chickens and as usual Julia and Ian Hamilton for the eggs and of course thanks to the chickens. The eggs were won by Julia Hamilton and Bill Winterburn, Julia auctioned her eggs as she didn’t want to take them home again. The winner of the chicken for the ladies with twenty eight shots was Linda Davies and for the men David Eades also with twenty eight shots. The football card was won by Joan Harding with Newcastle. A big thank you as always to our three organisers Sue Bounds, Joan Harding and Howie SOUTHWilliams.
ALICANTE LEAGUE Monte Mar Toros
Another successful competition organised by Diane Horsington and John Hunt, everyone’s shots were carried forward and added together after the last game.
Well it looks like the temperature is starting to fade a little, so San Miguel Bowls Club have decided to re-open their green on a Wednesday afternoon to non-members, so if you fancy a game of bowls pop along this coming Wednesday, 7th September at 1.30pm where you will be loaned a set of bowls and a pair of shoes for a nominal charge of e5. Our long standing visitors know this as the WASPS Session. 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
Whilst Real Madrid made history in the summer by sealing their 14th European Cup/Champions League triumph, there can be no dispute that English Premier League clubs have had a hold on the Champions League over the past couple of Liverpoolseasons.fought off Tottenham in the 2019 final to clinch their 6th Champions League trophy, with Manchester City reaching the last 8 in 2020 before going on to be beaten by Chelsea in the final in 2021.
The winner was Ian Hamilton and the runner up Lynne Armitage, well done to both. Thank you to Diane and John for organising another successful and enjoyable competition.
The English Premier League continues to be the most sought after competition for players and managers alike, due to the competitive nature of the league and that appears to be rubbing off across the continent too.
Manchester City are the reigning Premier League champions and they once again look to be the team to beat in 2022/23, especially after acquiring the services of Erling Haaland.
It was Jurgen Klopp’s Liverpool who made the final once again in 2022 and they, along with Chelsea and Manchester City, were perceived by many to be rather unfortunate in their defeats to Real Madrid this term.
The Champions League however remains the trophy that is still elusive to Pep Guardiola’s side and how they would love to rectify that this year.
As it stands, City are the favourites to lift the trophy in Istanbul next May but as we see every season, absolutely anything can happen.
Liverpool have endured a slow start in the Premier League by their very high standards but they can never be written off in any competition, this is also confirmed by the current odds.
FRIDAY SUNSET LEAGUE
MONTE MAR CHICKEN RUN
Spurs complete the list of Premier League sides playing in the Champions League this term and how Antonio Conte would love to end their trophy drought with the big one. Their run to the 2019 Champions League final was ultimately in vain but Spurs are a high quality outfit, who never know when they are beaten and they could sneak under the radar this Awayterm. from the Premier League, all eyes will once again be on the defending Champions League winners Real Madrid, who defied all expectations last season to life the title. The footballing Gods were clearly on their side in 2022 and Carlo Ancelotti’s side is packed with experience and young talent, a potent recipe for success Elsewhere,generally. Paris Saint Germain will be looking to break their Champions League duck, following another summer of elaborate expense and 2020 winners Bayern Munich will be hoping to build on the monotony of winning the Bundesliga every season and win yet another UEFA Champions League title. Neither, of course can we write off Barcelona, particularly in view of their financial windfall Whether it be an English Premier League side or a team from mainland Europe, 2022/23 promises to be another incredible season of Champions League football.
Their defeat to Real Madrid in the final last May will still be a sore point for the reds faithful and how they would love to go all the way and win the competition in Chelsea2023.lastlifted the trophy back in 2021 and Thomas Tuchel has forged a reputation as one of the best cup managers in the world. But the blues are another team that has struggled in the early part of the Premier League season.
The first league competition played by the club since before Covid forced the shutdown of all bowling leagues ended with the Toros winning the Summer LLB league they Theyentered.only lost one match all season, so well done to all the squad. A big thank you to team Captain Sheila Roberts and Vice Captain Ian Hamilton. It was it was good to be back with competitive bowling once again, we can now look forward to the winter leagues.
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Another warm day 33ºC off-set by a 08:52 Tee off for the first game of the SAMM Golf Society. Campoamor, chosen for its ample fairways and excellent restaurant facilities did not disappoint. After its low season hollow tining and top dressing it was lush with the greens in good condiCaptaintion. for this Game was Jim Anderson who, true to form won the nearest the pin prizes on the par 6th and 15th. Steve Amor took the Stableford prize with 25 points and Bob Fergusson the longest Drive on the 18th. Mandy Williams won Best Lady Commodore,Golfer. Dawn Morgan, was at hand to congratulate the players and present the prizes. Campoamor restaurant, set in panoramic views, ushered in the after-game merriment with free drinks and everyone was a winner.
SAN MIGUEL
Representing Torrevieja Tennis Club, Charo Esquiva, Marta PicÛ, Juliana Giaccio and Vega Aguilar, won the national title just 2 weeks ago. They are pictured together with the captains David PÈrez and Emilio Viuda, club president, Igor Vinokurov, and Humberto Zuleta, vice president.
Saudi Arabia, Ecuadorand the USAprepare forthe World Cup at PinatarArena
Saudi Arabia - Colombia
As expected, the game became somewhat heated, so much so that Rosquin was the next man in the brand-new blue & white strip to see yellow. A rare strike on goal from Berni, produced a save at the foot of the post on 67 mins, as the hosts were going hell for leather to produce the all important 2nd goal.But, and there's always a but, the unexpected happened on 83 mins.A deep left wing cross to the far post, required Amine to produce a superb save from a firm Ivan header, only for Gomed to stab home the rebound.So, the 10 men of Carrus had earned what looked like being an unlikely point, which could have been 3 had the cross bar not come to Thader's rescue on 88 Havingmins.said that, the drama was far from over, for following another Thader booking, when Jony spoke out of turn, substitute Calderon was denied what seemed a nailedon penalty for a blatant push in the box during stoppage time.
START TO SEASON AS THADER DROP POINTS
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The Saudi team, led by French coach HervÈ Renard, will take advantage of its stay in Pinatar Arena to play two international matches against the Ecuadorian and United States teams on September 23 and 27 respectively. Both matches will be played at the Enrique Roca stadium in Murcia kicking off at 8:00 p.m. The Ecuadorian national team, coached by Gustavo Alfaro, will return to the Region to play one of its final matches before the World Cup in Qatar. Pervis EstupiÒan, Piero HincapiÈ and Enner Valencia stand out in an Ecuadorian team that will take part in the opening match of the World Cup against Qatar, tournament hosts. The USAteam, led by Gregg Berhalter and with players including Christian Pulisic, Weston
TORRY HOST MONTE IN SEPTEMBER DERBY CLASH SC Torrevieja will host arch rivals CD Montesinos on September 25th in the provisional fixture list of the Valencia 1st Regional Group 9 2022-23 season. Prior to that, on 18 September, CD Montesinos host U.D. La Coca-Aspense the Municipal Stadium; followed by C.F.
Expectations are high within the Thader camp, for pre-season preparations indicate that last season's play offs are set to be mirrored in the new Beingseason.the centenary year, a new kit and badge have been unveiled, with other events to be announced throughout the Managerseason.
McKennie and SergiÒo Dest in their ranks, will visit Pinatar Arena for the first time. The game that the United States will play in Murcia will be the last before the World Cup where they were drawn in group B along with Wales, England and Iran. Tickets for both matches are now available through the Compralaentrada.com website and at the official Real Murcia store. After the international matches featuring Saudi Arabia against Colombia and Venezuela last June, Pinatar Arena continues to consolidate itself as one of the leading international football destinations, helping to position the region of Murcia as the venue for the 2030 World Cup.
WIN FOR SAN MIGUEL In a pre season friendly match played at the weekend Racing San Miguel defeated Sporting Saladar 2-1 at the Montesico Blanco with goals by Garre and Lucas for Racing.
CD Thader UDIlicitana...........1CF....1
DISAPPOINTING
The Saudi Arabian Football Federation has once again chosen Pinatar Arena to prepare for the World Cup in Qatar that will begin in less than 3 monthsítime.
Rafal on October 2 in another derby fixture.
Raul Mora has not only recruited wisely, but has also been able to retain the services of key players within the squad. So, an opening day visit of Carrus Ilicitana to Moi Gomez stadium shouldn't have presented too many problems, especially as the Elche based team finished in 11th place last season.But, having strengthened their squad, Carrus will certainly be no push overs this season. With Quino unavailable through work commitments, and Javi serving the first of a 6match ban for a post-match incident at Patacona, other squad players were given a chance to shine. It took until the 16th min before either side had a shot on goal, which befell to Thader's Rulo, forcing a fine low save from Miguel in the visitor's goal.An early injury to veteran Ruben, saw Juanlu take his place in Thader's midfield.A nasty looking foul by Dori on Rosquin, resulting in a booking for the Carrus defender, which would later prove costly. On the half hour mark, Argentinian Guido (making his debut for the hosts, following his move from Almoradi) was the next entry into the ref's little black book.From the free kick, Amine produced a wordly save to tip a goal bound effort over the bar.Then from the next attack, a through ball by Dani Lucas was struck narrowly off target by Juanlu, as Thader made an instant counter Itattack.wasnow end to end stuff, when on 41 mins an effort by Robillo, was once again suitably dealt with by Amine.With the electronic scoreboard showing 44 mins 54 secs, a foul on Rosquin inside the box, resulted in a penalty to Thader.In addition, the ref also showed Dori a 2nd yellow, then red card for the offence.Captain Lloyd superbly executed the resultant penalty, the last action of the Pedrohalf.became Thader's second player to be booked early on in the 2nd half, before team mate Roquins' long-range effort was turned around the post by Miguel.
BALE SIGNS FOR MURADA (Not that one!)
Meanwhile Club Deportivo Murada have landed Tony Bale from Benferri CF ahead of the 2022-23 season.
Next Sun 11 Sep, ko 1130, Thader are at home to Racing Benidorm.This match was originally scheduled as an away fixture, but due to their pitch being reseeded, it has been switched to Moi Gomez stadium, Rojales. The Thader lineup against Ilicitana Img CDThader
Mayor honours National Tennis Champions
The Mayor of Torrevieja, Eduardo DolÛn and the Councillor for Sports, Diana Box, hosted the Infantil champions of Spain, at the Town Hall during the week.
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