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July 1st - July 7th 2015 - ISSUE 41 (#82)
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LOVE LOCAL RADIO - LOVE HEAT FM 90.3 Altea to Alicante & 106.8 Denia to Altea
By Irena Bodnarec
An additional ten Policia Local officers were sworn in at the Town Hall yesterday morning – due to start duties from today, July 1 until the end of the year. Following last weeks horrific events in Sousse, Tunisia, it doesn´t come a day too soon. After each officer took an oath a minute’s silence was observed in memory of the innocent fallen holidaymakers.
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Here we are in July already and all I can say is where on earth did June disappear to?... The weather is full on, I hate this "HEAT" except when talking about our radio station and then it's all ok to say how much we love it! So for now, let's keep the "HEAT" on as far as tuning into the best and most popular Hit Music Station in the Costa Blanca - but remember when you go out whack on the sun block and keep drinking loads of water as the forecast is advising everyone to be extremely cautious with the next phase of temperatures touching 40 degrees.. Ouch that's really not nice....
In the meantime, I would like to say thanks to everyone who came to visit us at the Mintt Beach Bar in Javea last Friday. It really was a fun afternoon and for our first summer fiesta party with Heat FM in association with the the Weekly Buzz Newspaper, we were extremely happy with the response. We had loads of prizes to give away from our business advertisers, this included sunglasses from Specsavers, a smart phone from Blu and lots more, so please read the full story on page 8 also together with photos and story of our other live event broadcast from the International Fair in Javea, which was a tremendous experience to see just how big this event really is, as well as the amount of people involved from the local area supporting this massive annual attraction.
We have more summer fun to come with events in Benidorm, Albir and Altea during July and August. We can't wait to do it all again on the 11th of this month, where we will be at The Vincent's Pub Plaza in Rincon Benidorm, see the poster on page 20, we will be supporting MABS cancer support fund in the HEAT FM summer roadshow fiesta.
Also, don't forget you can also listen live to Heat FM on the web site www.heatfmspain.com or search for the App on your mobile. Every weekday you can take part in our daily competitions and most of all get to hear the very latest hits with the best hit music from all of the past decades.
Please don't forget that If you are involved in any organisation or charity or if you can tell us about any local events, charity fundraising especially or if there are any summer BBQ's going on please tell us about it! email buzz@vistacostablanca.com
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CONTENTS
PROPERTY HEALTH & FAMILY 21-28 40 PUZZLES TV PAGES 34-35 43-45 MOTORING SPORT 36-39 46-48
July 1st – July 7th 2015
AMERICA SPEAKS MORE SPANISH THAN SPAIN June 24th – July 1st 2015
A new report published by the prestigious Instituto Cervantes puts America as the world’s second largest Spanish-speaking country.
Mexico is in fact the largest Spanish speaking country (121 million) followed by USA which is estimated to currently have 52.6 million Spanish speakers with 41 million being native speakers and another 11.6 million speaking it as a second language, according to the Instituto Cervantes, whose report is titled “Spanish: A Living Language” .
Third on the list is Columbia with 48
qUARTER OF SPANIARDS ARE OBESE By Spencer Williams
Well known for their healthy Mediterranean diet of oily fish, olive oil and fresh vegetables, Spaniards have one of the highest life expectancies in the world.
By Spencer Williams
On average the percentage of Spaniards who are obese is 23.7 putting them in the top 50 (number 48) on the global obesity chart.
second most important language worldwide for trade and commerce, behind English but ahead of Chinese at three, Arabic at four and French at five.
Mexico may not hold the lead forever, as census estimates indicate the Hispanic population in the U.S. will grow to 132.8 million by 2050.
Spanish speaking Americans
million then finally Spain with 46 million!
The report estimates that there are 559 million Spanish speakers worldwide and claims that this makes it the
That rise is dramatic, considering roughly 34 million people reported speaking Spanish at home in the United States in 2007.
CALA MORAIG AWARDED BLUE FLAG AGAIN The beautiful ‘hidden cove’ Cala Moraig has again been awarded the prestigious Blue Flag for the 3rd consecutive year.
However figures released by the World Health Presented with the Organization, in a report in flag on the 26th the Spanish daily newspaJune this year, per La Vanguardia, which shows an increase of obesity in Spain. The figures show that 22.8 percent of Spanish men are obese while among Spanish women the figure is even higher 24.7 at percent. The World Health Organization made a worrying prediction with the situation in Spain to get even worse in the future, estimating by 2030 more than half of Spaniards will be overweight.
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By Joanne Alderton
it means that the Alicante province now has 59 blue flags along its coastline. A total of 120 beaches within the Valencian Community are the proud receivers of this important accolade.
Stock exchange Salida Traffic Money Laundering index fell by 5% Deployment Brothels Raided
The Spanish stock exchange index (Ibex 35) fell by 5% at the opening of yesterday's session, the first since Greece announced a referendum on the measures proposed by the EU to avoid its financial collapse. Banks' stocks are falling by up to 7% and the bond risk index has rocketed to 150 points (below 120 on Friday).
Cala Moraig - it’s beautiful hidden cove
This week will see the start of the summer operatión "Salida" this is a special traffic deployment on behalf of the DGT traffic department.
A major Police operation into money laundering which was ordered by the High Court in Madrid has led to the detention of 61 people and the seizure of more than €1.5 million.
Thousands of Guardia Civil Five people are now in cusofficers will be on extra duty tody in Alicante following a over the weekend and search of two brothels. The that were mobile speed cameras will brothels be placed along 1,500 searched were the El stretches of secondary Castillo in the El Rebolledo zone of Alicante and Pipo's roads. in Orihuela.
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July 1st – July 7th 2015
ALCALALI REOPENS IT’S CLASSICAL CONCERT RAISE FAMOUS MONUMENT FUNDS FOR DENIA AND MARINA
By Joanne Alderton The Medieval Tower of viewings for groups of 10 Alcalali has once again people or more. opened it’s doors to visitors after a 7 month clo- English language informasure due to problems tion material is available on with the lifts. site, providing all the necessary history and explaIt will be open every nations in order to appreciSaturday between 11am ate and understand this and 1pm, however it is also well recognised emblem of possible to arrange private this lovely inland town.
By Spencer Williams
On Sunday evening the Logia Deportiva 83 presented 'Glyndebourne in Gata' with a Classical Concert and picnic in the Garden with funds raised going to Help of Denia and Marina Alta.
Alcalalis’ Medieval Tower
The attached photo shows Candida Wright, President of Help of DAMA with the Il Divo Tribute Show group that provided some of the excellent evenings entertainment.
Candy was presented with over €800 from the raffle at the end of the concert with more to come when the final costing is completed.
It was a beautiful warm night with 150 guests in Black Tie (or a variations of!!) bringing their own food, drink and table decorations (prizes were given for the best decorated tables) and thoroughly enjoying the entertainment provided by: The Costa Blanca Male Voice Choir, Il Divo Tribute Show, Gill Henry and Manuel Lazaro.
Presiden of Help of DAMA with II Divo Tribute Show
An enormous thank you from HELP of DAMA is extended especially to Sally and Darrell Clayton for the loan of their garden for the event and all their hard work preparing for the evening and finally thanks to the generosity of the audience that attended.
FUN FUNDRAISING SWIM By Spencer Williams
On Saturday 27th June one of our church members, 74 year old Mavis Wilding, completed a Sponsored swim to raise much needed funds for the Church.
Albir Church of England is one of the seven on the Costa Blanca. Services of Holy Communion in Albir are held at the N o r w e g a i n Seafarers Church on Carrer Mart at 9.45 every Sunday and also at The Forum Mare Nostrum Alfaz del Pi at 11 am every Thursday.
She swam in the visitor's pool at Ciudad Patricia. Several members of the church sat comfortably in the shade of the 74 year old swimmer Mavis Wilding All details of the trees to watch and support her including our Chaplain Fr. services, events and contacts can be Ray Andrews, Elaine Mitchell swam found on the website costablanca-anglicanchaplaincy.org or to speak to the alongside her for encouragement. local Church Warden please ring Hazel Mavis had planned to do at least 10 on 659 018 400. We look forward to wellengths but completed 18 on the day. coming visitors. This event will raise in excess of €300.
RED CROSS GOLDEN LOTTERY June 24th – July 1st 2015
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By Spencer Williams
Spain’s Cruz Roja (Red Cross) is currently running their annual Golden Lottery, known as the most charitable lottery in the world, and there are some amazing prizes to be won. Tickets cost 5€, with all funds raised going to support the Red Cross’ fantastic work for those most in need. The lottery will be drawn on 23rd of July and there are over 6 million Euros in gold to be won.
There are three grand prizes of 3 million Euros, 1.5 million Euros and 750,000 Euros, then thousands of smaller winning tickets from 2,500 Euros to 100 Euros – a total of 3,900 chances of winning!
The Red Cross is a humanitarian organization with the principle objectives of providing aid for victims of disasters, those with social issues, health problems and environmental causes and with the funds raised from the Golden Lottery they are able to do more for those who really need
their help.
Purchasing one ticket will fund one male essential hygiene kit, six tickets will buy three rucksacks with school materials for children, nine will provide the basic alimentation needs of a baby and ten tickets will provide a basic food parcel for a family. Every ticket bought can really make a difference to a person’s life.
Specsavers Opticas have announced their support for the campaign and are selling the tickets on behalf of the Red Cross until the 16th July.
Tickets can be bought from Specsavers in Calpe, Javea, Benidorm, Guardamar del Segura and Torrevieja.
To find out more about the lottery and purchase tickets online visit www.cruzroja.es/sorteodeoro To find out more about Specsavers Opticas and the location of your nearest store visit www.specsavers.es
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Tunisia Attack MORE AIR TRAFFIC STRIKES PLANNED FOR JULY Hotel Was Spanish By Spencer Williams
The Spanish Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy confirmed that the one of the hotels where the beach attack was carried out belonged to a Spanish hotel chain.
The hotel chain confirmed on Twitter that their Imperial Marhaba Hotel, a five-star hotel belonging to the Mallorca-based RIU group. in the Port El Kantaoui resort was effected by the attack. British press are reporting as many as 30 UK nationals were killed when the gunman opened fire on tourists in the resort of Sousse with 17 victims from the UK and three from Ireland have been identified.
Spanish air traffic controllers have announced their plans for more industrial action in July, following partial stoppages over four days in June.
By Spencer Williams
July 1st – July 7th 2015
as well as strikes on 12th July and 26th July from 5pm and 8pm because the strikes in June failed to pressure air traffic operator ENAIRE and the Spanish government into meeting controllers’ demands.
Passengers Next month, controllers say they will carry out more partial stoppages from 10am to 1pm. on 11th July and 25th Jul, The controllers' union USCA issued a
BOY DIES FROM DIPHTHERIA By Spencer Williams
A six-year-old boy has died from diphtheria in Spain’s first case of the disease since 1987.
The boy from Olot, near Girona, had been fighting the disease since the end of May at a hospital in Barcelona, he was suffering respiratory, heart and kidney complications and had been kept alive on machines.
He had not been vaccinated against the highly contagious disease, Nine other children and one adult were exposed to the
bacteria but did not develop Diphtheria, which mostly affects the nose and throat, because they had all been vaccinated.
The case has sparked a furious debate in Spain over the growing number of parents who chose not to vaccinate their children against preventable childhood illnesses.
The parents spoke out about their "terrible guilt" as they decided not to have their child immunized and said they "felt cheated" by the anti-vaccination movement.
Be an Extra In Game of Thrones...But Not If Your Fat!
Devesa park in Girona swarmed with hopeful people in a dream to be part of the next Game of Thornes series which starts filming later this year.
By Spencer Williams
18 and 65 years old to take part. They were quite specific about what
A few dozen people camped overnight but by the early hours on Monday there were hundreds of people waiting in line.
Modexpor International Casting, a company based in Malaga southern Spainwere put in charge of supplying extras for Games of Thrones, the company said it was looking for men and women between
should have. No tattoos and only thin people need apply! Men must be in good physical condition (But not bodybuilders) with either short, medium or long hair,while women must have long hair with natural colour.
Another casting will be announced soon to recruit extras for scenes to be filmed in PeĂąĂscola, in the Valencia region.
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June 24th – July 1st 2015
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MEDIEVAL MARKET IN LA NUCÍA - 10, 11 AND 12 JULY So it is back to the olden days on 10, 11 and 12 July, days in which the streets of the old town centre of La Nucía are draped with flags, lined with stalls selling the luxury goods of those days and a varied procession will pass of mountebanks, jugglers, minstrels and other people hoping to amuse the motley throng that will come to gawp.
By Spencer Williams
Amata philosophy and they are pretty strict. The stalls will show original leather handbags and belts, wooden toys and puppets, hand-painted tiles and ceramic ware, paintings and of course a lot of original jewelry in silver, glass, ceramics, enamel, copper and macramé. You can watch a smith, two bookbinders, a stone cutter and a wood carver at work, and two potters What started, ten threaten to bring years ago, as a along their wheel commemorative Medieval Market at night to allow people to event to celebrate transform a lump the 300th birthday of clay into a small of La Nucía has now become an annual vase or bowl. For a show not to be missed. Nice people, pretsmall extra fee they ty baubles and tasty food - a goodly comwill provide water to bination. wash your hands afterwards. Amata, the regional craft association that organises the Market, tries to bring someWhen comes the time thing different each year. This year there to rest the eye and will be two groups of musicians, one of feed the stomach, the which will provisitor can choose vide the dulcet between various tavtones to which Variety of toys erns with beer, wine an oriental lady will swirl as she and roasted meat, a pulperia with juicy makes her way bits of octopus or an Arabic tea tent with along the nar- mint-flavoured tea and eastern pastry. row streets. Other stalls offer cheese direct from the She also is an farm, or sausages and hams, preserves expert in the and jams, fig cakes and honey - all made whirling dances to original recipes. of the sufis. People on stilts, For the children there is an old-fashioned Craftsman at work nobles and beg- merry-go-round and various medieval gars, fools and cripples will pass through table games (leave your GamePlayer at the crowd. Of course there is a juggler, home), and a comely lady telling stories (in Spanish only, but and of course he does a fire show at night she is nice to watch - what do you expect? even if you don't understand all of it). The seventy stalls which line the streets will display an extremely varied assortAs you enter La ment of cunningly crafted goods - everyNucía village, watch thing on the stalls is made by the people out for the signs on the stall and often you can even watch directing you to the them make new to replace what they sold Mercado Medieval. the day before. Nothing is imported, nothThere is plenty of ing comes from small factories or is made room to park in what by friends or family elsewhere - that is the Man in costume
Beautiful handcrafted roses
used to be the Sunday morning market in days gone by and there's a wash house in which you can cool your hot feet. The Market opens at 6 pm and continues till at least midnight and perhaps later if there's lots of folk around. For more information ring 639 979 678 (Elvira speaks quite good English) and you can look at the photographs of last year's market on http://www.amata.es/ LaNucia14.html.
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The “HEAT” really was on over the last weekend, not only was the temperature increasing into the mid 30’s but so was the volume and attendance as “Heat FM Spain” and the “Weekly Buzz Newspaper” took part in the start of their summer fiesta road shows. Friday afternoon was at the Mint Beach bar in Javea for the “Shorty B FUN IN THE SUN ROAD SHOW”.
Playing some great tunes throughout the afternoon Shorty and Ian Oogly got the lazy afternoon into a bit more of a lively get up and go atmosphere. Competitions with some great prizes went on throughout the four hour live broadcast including a race into the sea to win a smart phone sponsored by Blu. Other prizes included free drinks, meal vouchers free sunglasses and more alongside some great hospitality from the Weekly Buzz team who looked after the guests in what was a superb setting at the Mint Beach Bar.
On the very next day HEAT FM was proud to be included at the JÁVEA annual International Festival that kicked off last week in a three day event through until the early hours of Sunday morning. The stalls were offering food and drinks as well as some amazing cultural information from across four continents. The event was sponsored by Blu the brand new telecommunications company based in Javea offering the latest technology in local areas for 4G wireless internet, fibre optic landlines and many more
phone and internet products. Blu were demonstrating their products to the public and providing information along with some competitions. Talking to the owners Alan Dobinson and Maria Jose Sueiras on Saturday evening they explained how they were so pleased at the overall attendance at the event and also the amazing number of countries that had participated. Sharon, Blu’s marketing manager had the task of organising and setting up the display and providing the whole event with a super fast and Free WI FI to all the stall holders and exhibitors and to the public who could all connect at no cost.
Heat FM were transmitting live on air across the Costa Blanca with presenters “The Max Factor” accompanied by ”Junior” the new kid on the block who did most of the work running around the stalls in fact we can safely say that he had covered most of the globe by the end of the live show! His task was to find some great information to give to the public and use in their live competitions. Prizes winincluded English and Spanish proving that Heat Fm is for everyone, passers by enjoyed the music and entertainemnt and eargerly awaited the fun cultural and geographical themed questions. Prizes were sponsored by a host of local businesses from the area. One lucky lady one a silver ring presented by the Gold Rush in Javea, ithers included Sunglasses from Specsavers, a BBQ Meat pack from the Butchers Block, meals for two including
Shorty B & Ian Oogly, Live at Mintt Beach Bar, Javea
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wine from the Himalaya Restaurant in Moraira, and tickets for Terra Natura, and Aqua Natura plus many many more.
The countries represented included the UK with cream scones and tea, and the rest of Europe was very well represented . Switzerland was one of the busiest with a massive display tent and outside seating area, many of the guests dressed in traditional costume. Belgium were offering some of their famous beers such as the well know brand “Duvel”, Germany with the very famous Sausages Bratwurst and Frankfuter, France offered crepes and wine, Italy were mobbed by the younger generation taking the opportunity to make pizza bases mixing and rolling out the dough.
Latin America had a host of countries that included Argentina, Venezuela, Uruguay, México, Colombia, Cuba, Ecuador, and the Dominican Republic. The range of exotic foods were just far too tempting for people not to try, not to mention the fantastic array of drinks, cocktailsincluding Mojitos, Cuba Libres andf there were even shots of Tequila on top of a wide range of different beer from around the globe.on offer.
I must say to anyone who didn’t make it this time around, put the event in your diary for next year, book a hotel and enjoy a three day event in beautiful Javea soaking up the sun, sea and the amazing offerings at the International Festival.
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Maria, won the ring sponsored by Gold Rush Javea with the help from her children!
Marco (owner at Buzz Media inc. HEAT FM & The Weekly Buzz Newspaper) with the owners of “Blu” Alan Dobinson and Maria Max Factor with one of the winners at the Internation Fair, Javea Jose Sueiras together with Sharon (Marketing Manager).
June 24th – July 1st 2015
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RESTORATION ON POLICE HEADqUARTERS COMPLETED By Spencer Williams
Over the last 6 months we have been reporting on the restoration of the police headquarters, which can be found between the Albir beach and the lighthouse (Faro de Albir) car park and are delighted to announce the completion of the project.
one of the first built in the region but was in danger of being lost forever due to the lack of maintenance
The restoration started back in January with the help of 30 people who applied to take part in an employment program organized by Alfas town hall, which gave them the chance to work for 6 months and gain some work experience.
The newly transformed building is intended to become an Interpretation Centre of the Natural Park of Serra Gelada and includes a beautiful garden area which will "serve as a reception point for people visiting the lighthouse and the natural park, especially for schools", explained the Mayor Vicente Arques at his visit to see the completed restoration. He also used this time to announce, that next November there will be another employment program, which will allow another 30 people.
Before Renovations
The headquarters were originally built in 1829 and was
After Renovations
"These programs allow us, to hire unemployed people in the city and develop projects which are part of the recovery of cultural and historical heritage," said the mayor.
Mayor of Alfas Vincente Arques and the team who helped restore the Police Headquarters
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27th International Film Festival From July 3rd to July 12th, L'Alfas del Pi will be enjoying it's 27th Film Festival in which 21 short films out of the 312 that were submitted, will compete for the Faro de Plata, an award that is one of the most important nationally.
As well as the short films in which eight have been produced in the local area, there will also be 29 feature films shown through the festival of which 19 will include subtitles.
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2,500 and 3rd taking home 1,250. On top of these prizes, awards are also given out for the best director, actor, actress, screenplay and photography.
The film festival is also enjoyed in L'Albir which is home to the Paseo de las Estrellas (Walk of Stars) a take on Hollywoods "Walk of Fame", which runs parellel to L'Albir's pebble stone beach, the walk honousr the famous actors and actresses who have scooped awards at the festival.
During the festival the town is putting on a number of events and shows to run alongside the celebrations such as a night of jazz at the Casa de Cultura on Saturday July 4th, A Night at the Opera on Monday July 6th, a rock and roll extravaganza with Pablo Bloom on Saturday July 11th for more information you can visit www.lalfaz.es.
SPORTING CRICKET CLUB, 1ST X1 146 FOR 9 LOST TO PINATAR C C 159 FOR 10
Another hot summers day, and a friendly game was arranged versus the newly formed Pinatar Pirates CC which consists mainly of ex La Manga players.
Skipper Pennick lost the toss and ended up fielding in the 35 degree heat and as a sporting gesture let PPCC play with 12. An Early Breakthrough brought together the Spanish Internationals Mohib and Sajed which quickly got the visitors to 50 before Sajeed fell to a straight one from Mohib on 18. Pennick and Taylor stemmed the run flow
before the old pro suckered the Pirates into picking out Munoz in the Deep on 2 occasions.
On came Shazard and had the pirates all over the place with Farat wafting at a few before creaming one to Pennick and to the disbelieve of everyone and including the incoming Batsman claimed a Bump Ball?????? Farats Seconds Innings did not fair much better producing nothing except a good catch from Mohib. SACC all over the Pirates until Brooke dropped a dolly and then
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decided to see how far he could throw it, which turned the innings round with 30 run's coming off the next 2 overs before the introduction of Crompton who bowled with a great control and takin 2 for just 5 runs. Roper came back at the top end to clean up the Rabbits with 2 straight deliveries.159 all out was a good strong performance in the field and a great come back when the game was going away.
With Skipper exhausted at barking his orders out, mainly at Taylor to stop talking to every person as he goes from Gully at
Paseo de las Estrellas (Walk of Stars) next to Albir's pebble beach
both ends, a new look opening pair of Brook and Alger didnt go well, with Alger out early blaming the opening bowler for bowling a slower ball.
Brook soon followed trying to walk an easy single before stopping twice and getting run out. Crompton easily the man of the match put on 50 with Munoz, before Munoz was caught of his arm guard and blaming the bat for not sweeping as well as his last one? Gary Crompton scored a classy 50 and game looked won with 3 an over needed before he gave his wicket away.
4 overs of blocking then saw the SACC batsman all give catching practice to the opposition. Fireman Ward hobbled in, then got the 999 call so dashed back off, sadly little dashing in his innings as he snicked off.
With too many needed and the Home captain coming in at 9, winning the game was a long way off, but a few blows and a 6 was not quite enough to get his side home. A very poor display from a top order was not good enough. Alfas lost by 14 runs.
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BUENA VISTA COCKTAIL BAR OPENING By Steve Kenyon
On Saturday 27th June, Buena Vista in Altea opened it's brand new cocktail bar on its suntrap terrace looking out to a beautiful sea Delicious cocktails at the Buena Vista view.
All cocktails are 6.50€ and include all the popular favourites such as Mojitos, Pina Coladas, Margaritas and Caipirinhas all made by a 'Proffesional Cocktail Mixoligist'. As well the fantastic new cocktails on offer they also have a live band "Duo
Latin Son" performing reguarly, who play a range of Salsa and Carribean feel music.
A couple sitting close by told us about their visit "We had an excellent dinner, and we feel like we were enjoying an evening out on a holiday! We live in Altea but have never visited this restauraunt before but we will defiently be back.
We have tried the Pina Coladas and
SNORKEL TOURS
With the arrival of warm weather water sports are always more popular so why not try one of the guided snorkel tours and discover the marine eco system and seagrass meadows in the bay of Altea, an activity that’s fun for the whole family. The tours are available every Wednesday and Friday and
they were amazing and we are looking forward to watching the sunset over the medditerranean just behind us, while we try anothe rone of the cocktails, most probably a Voodoo Mai Tai! By Spencer Williams
starts at 10am both days. On Wednesdays, the route takes you from the beach of La Olla, while Friday the route starts on the beach of Mascarat.
Places are limited, for more information and reservations contact Greenwichdiving Diving Centre, telephone 966 881 457 (required for health and safety) or go to http://www.visitaltea.es/
CRAFT MARKET By Spencer Williams
Alteas craft market started this week boasting 20 different stalls with a range of handmade arts and crafts from diff e r e n t parts of Spain.
Live Music by ‘Duo Latin Son’
have proven the quality and expertise in the materials they use and the outcome of the final product.
Running alongside the market there are concerts and workThe craft shops to market is be held in held in the the Plaza Plaza de la Altea’s Craft Market of the Iglesia de Altea which is the church church every Wednesday at 20:30, with Flamenco square in the old town. shows, silk painting, craft The stalls are chosen demonstrations, ceramic specifically to giving with jewlery workshops and each providing fantastic more. The market will run artistic and creative quality, until the 6th September. the makers of the crafts
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GASTRONOMIC MENU WEEK During the course of the year restaurants in Benidorm join together to offer visitors and residents a chance to experience, original gastronomic delights, at an affordable price over a selected week.
There are a number of 'Gastro' weeks dedicated to certain dishes and this week we will get to enjoy a complete menu at a cost of just 25 euros.
By Spencer Williams
Twelve restaurants are taking part offering their own special menu for you to enjoy.
Those taking part include some of the most wellknown restauraunts located in and around the Old Town area such as, La Cava Arogonesa, Taperia Aurrera, Taberna Andaluza and Rias Baixas, a full list has been provided and a map to assist you in finding each location. ÂĄBuen apetito!
List of Restauraunts and their locations
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LUGGAGE THEFT ALERT BENIDORM By Spencer Williams
Reports from holiday makers and also workers in Benidorm hotels as well as many local business owners that there is a group of gypsies arriving in the tourist area of the town each morning to prey on unsuspecting holidaymakers.
The gypsies are said to be two young women who are dressed to blend in with the tourist wearing beachwear and sun-
hats. They wait outside popular hotels for coaches to arrive from the airport and then join the tourists as they gather to check in at the hotel reception.
Stealing baggage from the bus and from the hotel lobby area, tourists are advised to be vigilant and to take care of all of their belongs whilst in transit to and from the airport.
U3A GOLFING GROUP
The recently formed, U3A Marina Baixa Golfing Group, had their last coaching session of the season at Las Rejas Golf Club last week.
Monday 27th July. Doors open at 10am and the desks close at 10.50am for a prompt 11.00 am start. Please come early to sign in and get your seat! The General Meetings are always on the 4th Monday of the Many thanks to ‘Teeing off’ at Las Rejas Golf Club month. If you have one of our Members, Paul Melba, who has been not heard of this Association and would passing on his knowledge of the game to like to join them, you can be assured of a the Members, some who are regular play- very warm welcome. ers and some who had never had a golf club in their hands before! The coaching Please visit the website www.u3amarinabaixa.com to find out more information will resume in September. there is also a Facebook page. If you do U3A Marina Baixa holds its general meet- not have internet access please conings on the fourth Monday of each month tact their secretary Joan FLint on 96 at the auditorium in the Casa de Cultura 586 1226 or Mobile 663 637 167 for Alfaz del Pi. The next Meeting is on more information.
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PEA-OFF!
June 24th – July 1st 2015
By Spencer Williams
If you have visited Benidorm or many Spanish tourist towns you have likely come across the 'Pea Men', these people scam tourists hard earned holiday money away by tricking them into believ-
ing they have a chance of winning.
The shell game is rigged and can not be won as the operators use sleight of hand to move or hide the ball, the game can be traced back through the
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scam either pick-pocketing or pretending to win to make onlookers believe that there is a chance.
The con men often use people of different nationalities including British to make the illusion more believable.A keen eyed holidaymaker got in touch with us and managed to The ‘Pea Men’ in action capture the con on camages and uses the same advised you walk by as era, you can see from the concept.If you see the many people surrounding picture that the unfortunate game being operated it is the game are part of the
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man in a mobility scooter was surrounded by the group, which can be extremely intimidating, luckily his daughter was close by and new what was happening and cause a scene.
The police arrived swiftly and they managed to recover the 50 euro that was scammed from them and a woman was taken into police custody.
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CALPE
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CALPE ROCK CLOSED The Department of Environment has closed the access to the summit of the Peñon de Ifach due to safety concerns. There had been plans to improve the path up to the summit but at this moment those plans have not been put into motion. Instead the council has built a stone wall and placed a metal door blocking the path, so now hikers can only enjoy a short stretch of the path up to the viewpoint of Cavanilles.
The path has been left to deteriorate with the last major investment made back in 2005, but with an average of around 350 walkers a day and lack of investment the route has become increasingly dangerous.
Signs for the route have been removed and although there is a wall and gate, hikers are bypassing the warnings and continuing on the hike, families with children have also been spotted past the gate which at this
By Spencer Williams time is dangerous as the rocks on the path are slippery, loose as well as many nesting seagulls which can be extremely intimidating and will squawk loudly at people who get too close and fly Wall and Gate Blocking Peñon de Ifach Hiking Route very close to tors annually according to the webpassers as they defend their nests. site of the Generalitat. Calpe's council has demanded the "immediate reopening of access" to It was declared a park in 1987, it is the top of the iconic rock and said joined to the mainland only by a narthat "you cannot put doors on a row isthmus and the sea rises to 332 mountain." "Can you imagine them meters. Only it has 45 hectares, suddenly closing the Puig Campana, making it one of the smallest spaces preserved in Europe. the Everest or the Montgó?". The closure of the natural park right at the start of the tourist season is a But also one of the most attractive, bad news for Calpe. The Rock is a by the way rock its rich historical herbig draw. No wonder, it is the most itage with valuable archaeological visited protected area of the sites and unique flora, including Community, with about 120,000 visi- important endemic.
BEACH ACCESS FOR THE DISABLED Until September 15 the two main beaches of the municipality of Calpe, the Fossa and Arenal-Bol, will have different bathing areas, especially equipped to meet the needs of people with mobility problems, the elderly, and people with reduced vision. These areas are equipped with amphibious chairs and crutches, toilets, showers and dressing areas, plus two life guards
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serve and accompany people using the service.
These beach access points are accessible from Monday to Sunday, from 11:00 until 19:00. For anyone using this service who does not have a disabled parking badge they are offered the possibility to park in the reserved area while they use the special bathing area.
Disabled access on one of Calpe’s beaches
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FIRE FORCES EVACUATIONS
A fire broke out on Saturday afternoon which forced the evacuation of around 20 homes which were very close to the proximity of the flames which managed to reach some hedges around a number of houses.
By Spencer Williams
of Gata, in the Pou del Castell, very close to the Natural Park Montgó
With the current high temperatures and drought, the region is under Extreme Fire Risk Warnings Fire breaks out in Javea with are strict rules and regulations in place to help prevent the start of fires. Authorities express that its extremely important that people take care when discarding cigarettes and that in many towns BBQS are not allowed if they are within 500 meters of forest/woodland.
Helicopter hovering above Javea
The fire started around 6pm and has been reported to have initiated in some bins, which authorities have put down to human recklessness, the flames have spread to an area of pine forest along the Camí Vell
The fire was under control by about 8pm with the help of ground teams and helicopters, Raul Milia Raya shared a fantastic video on Facebook of his approach and attack of the fire, we have of course we shared the video for you on our Facebook page. www.facebook.com/TheBuzzNewspaper
MAKING A SPLASH By Spencer Williams
Last week we told you about the increased amount of sightings of whales and dolphins thanks to all our smart gizmos and gadgets and here is another example.
Check out the video on our Facebook Page www.facebook.com/ TheBuzzNewspaper
Last week a video of a Sei whale (Rorcual whale in Spanish) making a big splash appeared on the Xàbia Meravellosa Jávea Maravillosa Facebook page and was shared over 1000 times on this page alone.
The video was taken on a boat along the Javea shoreline, it only last 16 seconds but is well worth a watch!
The eastern coast of Spain is becoming well known for sightings of marine life, so keep your eyes peeled. The Sei whale can measure between 18 and 25 meters and is always special to see these amazing animals jump out of the water.
Images of the Whale in Javea
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UK AND FOREIGN INVESTORS DRIVE SPAIN'S PROPERTY MARKET RECOVERY
Spain's property market is enjoying a foreign currencydriven recovery, new research showed.
UK, the Middle East, Asia and and the US, as Spain's real estate sector has been made even more appealing by the depreciation of the euro. The market has also benefited from the introduction of a so-called "Golden Visa" in 2013, which offers residency to those prepared to invest at least €500,000 in the property sector, with 490 visas issued from September 2013 to the end of 2014, mainly to buyers hailing from Russia, China and the Middle East.
The sector, one of the country's worst-performing areas since the real estate crisis of 2008 dragged the Spanish economy into the doldrums, has received a new lease of life recently, thanks to wealthy foreign investors. According to figures released by Spain's registrars society and published by the Financial Times, the number of foreign nationals who have bought property in the Mediterranean country rose 3.2% to 12.2% between 2006 and the first quarter of this year.
The impact is particularly evident in the luxury market, with properties in posh areas such as Pedralbes and the Passeig de Gràcia in Barcelona, and Salamanca and Chamberí in Madrid, having already recovered 20% of the value they lost during the financial crisis, when home prices tumbled by 35% between 2007 and 2013. “At the high end — €500,000 and up — it’s primarily being driven by international demand,” Alex Vaughan,
who in 2005 co-founded Lucas Fox, a Barcelona-based luxury estate agent, was quoted as saying by the newspaper. Investors in the Spanish property market come from the
According to the report, of the €10.2bn invested in commercial real estate in Spain last year, half came directly from foreign funds, with a further €2.5bn coming from Socimis — real estate investments that can be traded like shares on financial exchanges — which are heavily backed by foreign investors.
“With their arrival three years ago, opportunistic international funds managers made a market at a time when we had hit bottom,” Patricio Palomar, director of research at CBRE Spain told the Financial Times.
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BEER KELLER - LA NUCIA
The BEER KELLER from the UK now for in La Nucia has only nearly 10 years, the one reopened in the last thing British I still crave few months. The for is the traditional team led by Danielle Sunday Lunch. There is, and Lee are there I feel nothing quite like ready to serve you, the smell and taste of the be it with a drink on roasted meat with all the their large sunny tertrimmings. I have had race or with fresh this in many places over food, which is availthe years and not always Inside the Beer Keller able all day. They has it come up to have a pool table there, a dart board, they scratch. Not always sure why, but there is have sky sports ready for you. There is often just something amiss. also regular entertainment arranged. If you have tried others you now must go Not so Sporty? The large interior is laid to the BEER KELLER in La Nucia and try out to comfortably enjoy and wile away their Sunday Lunch. It is perfect. the time. The BEER KELLER is a family Everything is really just the way it should bar and kids are welcome. It so difficult for be. There is a choice of all the favourite parents to enjoy themselves if the kids are meats at the BEER KELLER, Roast Beef, unhappy. Danielle’s Roast Pork, Chicken aim is to make the and Stuffing and Roast BEER KELLER the Lamb. The meats are best bar in the area for cooked to perfection, the whole family to the vegetables taste enjoy. The menu is just as vegetables fresh wholesome fare. should taste. The gravy Full English breakfast is real gravy, not some is just €3.00 (a few penwet excuse for gravy. nies over £2.00 for Sunday Roast Beef those thinking in My personal favourite is pounds) or make it even lager for just the Lamb. Just the smell sets off the taste €5.00 (£3.50). Danielle also caters for the buds and perfectly cooked lamb for me vegetarian breakfast from just €3.00. This just falls apart as you eat. And don't forget is incredible value. the mint sauce. It always reminds me of home dinners as a kid. I must admit Day time snacks are available for those though Danielle’s cooking is vastly superiwho want the light option, as well as the or to my mothers. This can be finished off, main meal selection, with BBQ chicken if you still have the space, with delightful breast at just €4.95 and a host of other desserts. These beautifully cooked SUNmeals all perfectly cooked and presented DAY LUNCH choices are from just €6.00. for you. Want something different, want This is really superb food and an unbeatsomething cooked in a different way? Just able price. Try anywhere you wish but it ask, they are their to try and give you what will be very difficult to better the food, you want and will always do their best for service and price you will get at The you. As the old saying goes...”if you do not BEER KELLER. The BEER KELLER is ask you don't get it.” The team want you to situated just of the Benidorm to La Nucia be a regular visitor to the BEER KELLER, road CV70 at roundabout 6. that's what they have set out to do and they achieve it brilliantly. Tel: 608 787 253 Find us on Facebook.Newbeerkeller. SUNDAYS - Although I have been away
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Bar Domino
Restaurante Borgo Antico
Reviewed 28 June 2015 Went here on our last visit. Have never had such an amazing welcome. Food is amazing and really good value for money. A must visit next time you are in the old town
Reviewed 27 June 2015 We are back at home tired, and so we decided to go in this italian restaurant, the restaurant has a warm atmosphere, the waiter is a gentleman and the spaghetti with seafood was excellent and too much to eat all !!! the zabaione was very nice. sure we will come back !!! graci mille.
Carrer San Miguel 12 | Carrer Martinez Oriola 15, Benidorm “Fab”
“Food in the evening is most welcome”
Reviewed 20 June 2015 The new evening menu at Bar domino is very good, there are lots of restaurants in the area doing 3 course dinners however this was something different whence you want a lighter meal. Andrew was the perfect host, serving drinks, taking orders and cooking the food with a friendly professional disposition with not too long a wait. I had the Jumbo hot dog sausage with plenty of chips and it was not like a hot dog you get from a van, this was something extra special and I would defiantly go back and have another. The bar has a nice ambience with some good English telly on, but not too loud so you can still chat to your friends.
“New Snack menu proved a MUST”
Reviewed 13 June 2015 Three of us visited one evening at 1800 - had attended for breakfast earlier in the week and were impressed so wanted to try the evening chef - Andy. Menu available not as much, however, due to him being alone, he provided exceptional service. Hotdogs and Chicken burgers were delicious and the chips were moreish. Great to go if only wanting a one course rather the typical three courses you can get. Oh, and nice to be able to have ITV / BBC on in the background
“Cheery staff, good service”
Reviewed 9 June 2015 Visited this bar each day of my recent holiday for breakfast. Excellent service and food.this bar is situated up a little side street, with two or three tables outside, ideal for chilling, either after breakfast, or early evening. I also had one of their cheese toasties which I'm pleased to say was made with real tasty cheese, instead of that plastic tasteless stuff which is readily available in other eateries.The staff are cheery and efficient, and the toilets, along with the bar, are spotless. Just thought this holiday I would try a different place, and wasn't disappointed. Worth a wee visit, even if just for a cheese toastie!!! Oh, and I'm told they have a pretty good quiz of a Monday night, maybe next time then.
Calle Delfin 2 | Edificio Damara, Calpe “Bello Bello Bello!”
“Very good Very good Very good!!!”
Reviewed 25 June 2015 Fabiola was so helpful with us, the spaghetti with seafood were fantastic, also the ravioli has been the best I ever ever eat!!! the We'll back surely. About the pizza Fabiola said me to go to moraira at the magia pizzería...
“Food handcrafted with love...”
Reviewed 22 June 2015 Amazing place, great handmade / delicate food.... authentic pure italian restaurant... Great service and atmosphere. The best italian place in the whole area! Highly recommended!
“Real authentic Italian food.”
Reviewed 10 June 201 This little restaurant is a gem. The pasta was cooked fresh, the ingredients were fresh, and the taste was nothing less than exceptional. Very happy to of found this place. Will travel to Calpe again purely for this restaurante. A+ service too which was a very nice change from the rest.
“Amazing Food”
Reviewed 6 June 2015 Everything was absolutely exceptional. The delicious food and excellent service create an amazing atmosphere. We will definitely come back!!!
“What a Surprise”
Reviewed 17 April 2015 Although we have been visiting Calpe for 35 years we had never tried this restaurant. The new owners are Italian and very welcoming. There is an interesting Menu del dia at lunchtime but it's mainly a la carte for dinner however there is a seafood special which we tried. This was amazing. Starter of plump delicious prawns in a brandy sauce. The waitress then rearranged the table to make space for a 'big dish'!! A vast mound of seafood arrived - so much that we could hardly see the spaghetti underneath! Clams, mussels, prawns and half a lobster each - it was a feast! This menu includes a desert and a bottle of wine and is 32 euros each which sounds expensive but is really good value! Allow plenty of time for cracking open the claws though.
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Xef Pirata - Gastro Bar
Calle Angel 22 | Esquina Cuesta de los Machos. Casco antiguo, Altea “Surely one of the best”
Reviewed 20 May 2015 Carpaccio of scallops and lime sorbet- thinly sliced scallops taste really fresh, delighted with lime sorbet Sea urchin's gratin cream - I usually don't eat sea urchin but I do love this creamy texture 'False' risotto with mushroom -rich and creamy orzo pasta, smell great. Baby-pig low temperature cooked with Apple, Spanish beef tenderloin , octopus with potato- so tender and taste just perfect Mini- burger - enrich the taste of burger with foie gras
We love every single dish here, would love to try more however those filled us up. Sangria is good too. Reasonable price with superb quality of food. Will surely come back on our next visit, we gonna miss this place so much .
“As good as it gets”
Reviewed 20 May 2015 Hats off to the owner/ operators/ chef's here. Atmosphere is authentic and charming. Out waiter who was running the upstairs was named Thomas and he was very accommodating. The wine selection was like the food offerings, varied and excellent w local offerings. Thomas recommended a local Chardonnay, unoaked and most excellent. We started w the truffle and mushroom coquettes. One bite told me this was the place I had been searching for since arriving in Spain! The second course of scallop crudo w lime sorbet and micro herbs was not only totally sublime but also an incredible presentation. These dishes are not to be missed. Thomas brought us a glass of lovely deep bodied fruity red wine to compliment the baby roast pig w arugula and apple. Another huge hit. We finished w another croquette of mushroom and truffle followed by the pig cheek which was yet another simply amazing dish. The prices were incredibly reasonable. The memory of this meal will last a lifetime. We greatly appreciate your dedication and passion. If you are ever In The west coast of Florida I would love to show you what we are doing w wild pig and seafood at our three waterfront restaurants. I am sorry we are leaving today. Traveling to Granada and then Seville. If you have any recommendations for restaurants like yours in these cities we would love to have them.
“Lovely little tapas bar”
Reviewed 12 May 2015 We like to start here early with tapas then you don't have to book a table. The dishes are nice. The staff friendly. From Xef Pirata we walk to El Castell to share a pizza with salad. Then we tootle off to QVO for ice cream. Unless we have enough space left and we visit Sabors for pastries.
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PRAGUE TRIP - 15TH MAY TO 6TH The happy faces of 53 members of the Teulada Moraira U3A says it all.
The wonderful tour of many beautiful European cities, including Salzburg, Bratislava, Vienna, Budapest and Prague, each city steeped in its own fascinating traditions and cultures held a special allure for everyone. The knowledgeable and often humorous tour guides in each city we visited served to enhance the enjoyment for all.
The drive between cities passed through the picturesque countryside of Bavaria and Austria’s spectacular lakes and
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U3A Memebers having a great time in Prague
mountains and on into the lush green landscapes and deep forests of Hungary and the Czech Republic.
Carol Mantle and Norman Peterkin had the daunting task of being responsible for the group and did an exceptionally good job of
keeping everyone informed, both before and during the tour.
Their wonderful support and help throughout was greatly appreciated by each member of the group.
MONTHLY MEETING - CONCRETE BARRIERS MONDAY 6TH JULY 2015 INSTALLED By John Manley - Press Liaison Officer
The venue for this meeting is Salón de Banquettes, Avenida Mediterraneo, Teulada, doors open at 9.30 am in order for the Committee to prepare the room. The meeting will start at 10:30 am to allow additional time late renewals (2014 members).
New members are welcome to join our U3A before the meeting and will then be able to join Groups and find out more about our Travel and Cultural Events. There is no Speaker at this months meeting.
Tickets for the "Late Summer Dinner Dance" (members only), which is being held at Salón Canor, Teulada on Friday 25th September 2015 costing 25 euros, will be available at this meeting. This evening consists of a cava reception at 7pm in the grounds (weather permitting) with music by the Poco Loco Steel Band followed by a three course dinner (including drinks) at 8pm then music for dancing by Barry Peters. Dress is smart casual (no jeans or shorts). www.u3amoraira-teulada.org
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Over the last few weeks concrete barriers have been installed in the center of coast road between Calpe and Moraira (Avenida Marina) the barriers have been placed to stop motorists going too fast around corners and crossing over the solid white line, the area is a hot spot for accidents and the aim is to reduce the risk of further incidents. The barriers are welcomed by many local residents and businesses who have expressed that it is much safer, however there has been a negative response
on social media with many saying they will cause more accidents than stop them. The road is already quite narrow and with the new barriers in the center of the road it has reduced the road width even more which has led to a few problems with large vehicles that take this route such as buses, Victoria Raistrick posted on Facebook a photograph of a bus having a hard time going round one of the tight bends. There has also been damage to some of curbs which may have been caused by another large vehicle.
Pictures of the concrete barriers
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BENITATXELL IMPORTANT TO RECYCLE! By Joanne Alderton
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7TH TAPAS TRAIL - FLAVOURS OF BENISSA - ANNOUNCED
By Joanne Alderton A recycling workshop has been arranged by the Between the 3rd July and 8th August There will be a concert by SIFASOL (The Department of Social this year, up to 22 tapas dishes, show- Benissa School of Modern Music) and all Services in Benitatchell. casing the flavours and traditions of Tapas Dishes will be 1,00€ on this day. The theme is ‘recycling Benissa, will be available throughusing the 5 senses’ and is out 11 different establishments in aimed at making people the pueblo. more aware of the importance of recycling. The Each dish will be served with a ‘refresworkshop is free and will be co’ (cold drink) for €2,00. Next Friday, held at the entrance to Cala 3rd July at 21:00h sees the Moraig on Friday 3rd official opening of the Tapas Trail July. Those interested in taking part should register Flavours of Benissa - held at the Plaza Benissa’s 7th Tapas Trail at the Tourist Information Jaime I by the fountains. Office.
BENISSA INVADED BY LONDON BUS? By Joanne Alderton
For those of you who may have passed by C.P. Manuel Bru school in Benissa recently, you may have noticed a bright red London Bus painted on its exterior.
Designed and painted by GAB (the Artists Group of Benissa) it has been commissioned in order to promote it’s English Language Summer School for this year.
TEULADA MORAIRA LIONS DONATE ADDITIONAL 644.00 EUROS TO ALZHEIMERS By Iain McRae - PRO Teulada Moraira Lions Club
During the recent formal handover of a new mini-bus to The Alzheimer Centre in Teulada-Moraira at which T.M.
Lions were represented because they had funded the 4,780.90 euros cost of purchasing and installing a powered hoist at the rear of the mini-bus, the Lions learned that The Centre's old bus was not the only item of equipment to need replacing. At a more
prosaic level, the refrigerator in The ularly with the advent of the Summer heat, was a cause Centre's kitchen for serious concern. had long T.M. Lions were passed the happy to help: The stage of Alzheimer Centre being a bit identified a suitable wheezy new refrigerator with and was the capacity needed now posito enable their t i v e l y kitchens to continue bronchial to the extent where it could Money raised for a new fridge providing meals to no longer chill food down to the tem- clients attending The Centre: and the perature levels required by health Lions donated the 644.00 euro purand safety regulations which, partic- chase price. Job done!
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wE35 WEEKLY HOROSCOPES ARIES (March 21st-April 20th)
If you attend to clearing away practical issues and work chores, you’ll leave yourself more room to breathe by the weekend, and in nice time to let your hair down without worrying. Be decisive about open ended issues son that you’re able to start new week on a fresh page.
TAURUS (April 21st-May 21st)
Self expression is your key to happiness this week, so try to find the right words when dealing with issues at work, when talking to children or family, and most of all for conveying your feelings to lovers. Focus on friendships and relationships this weekend to feel sated.
GEMINI (May 22nd-June 21st)
Social functions loom large and you’re more than happy to dive in head first. Remember however you need to balance that by getting some along time for yourself, even if just to recharge your batteries. Enjoy your light hearted weekend where you’ll captivate everyone you meet.
CANCER (June 22nd-July 23rd)
Break free of the drudgery of boring everyday life. Instead of taking the grey route, make yourself busy with exciting new projects that push you to your limits mentally and physically. Keep opinions to yourself for now in the love zone as partners are a bit tetchy. Think before you speak.
LEO (July 24th-August 23rd)
The last few weeks have been somewhat stressful for various reasons so now it’s time to cut yourself some slack, let your hair down and surround yourself with like minded people who know how hard you’ve worked over getting plans off the ground. Pat your own back for this.
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1 Polish expert (4) 3 Trouble with sailors in grand decking (8) 9 Transport company hurts (7) 10 A revolutionary pose for an old story-teller (5) 11 Female resident of island or isthmus? (5) 12 Force workers' leader to take capital in industrial action (2-4) 14 Bird like this coming back to quarry (6) 16 Threaten one member with dissolution (6) 19 Bogart's first with a ring for his partner (6) 21 Going astray dooms wicked old city (5) 24 Bouquet from Kilimanjaro, maybe (5) 25 Man left in – he made people laugh (7) 26 Alan isn't playing a recorder (8) 27 They see eastern agreement (4)
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1 Clandestine move for bad crook (4,4) 2 Learner entering just to show natural ability (5) 4 Sea dog treated with right amount of medicine (6) 5 Capital's reported ranges (5) 6 Heron is up the creek not far from the coast (7) 7 Good mimic produces yawn (4) 8 Pure but pursued, by the sound of it (6) 13 Scraps in which peculiar people take sides at first (8) 15 Philosopher has nothing new for group of soldiers (7) 17 Lose mass on Scottish isle (6) 18 Scotland's leader doesn't have trousers (6) 20 A cover said to be of use (5) 22 Name change for Lloyd (5) 23 Some characters again appear in long story (4)
VIRGO (August 24th-September 23rd)
Your creative potential is off the charts this week, but if you feel that hurdles keep being thrown into you path, you may want to throw in the towel at some point. Don’t be so submissive. It’s not like you. As your determination not to fail increases so too will your confidence.
LIBRA (September 24th-October 23rd)
There’s unrest building under the surface this week, so pointless rows could spring from nowhere and could rock you on your heels. Don’t rise to the bait if you can help it, even if detractors tell you there’s something missing from your life. Don’t buy into being goaded.
SCORPIO (October 24th-November 22nd)
Positive trends help you move through the week with confidence and direction, and with everything to play for, others will see you as someone to be reckoned with who knows what they want and knows how to get it. Keep the possessive side of your nature hidden when it comes to love.
SAGITTARIUS (November 23rd-December 21st)
The only way you’ll get to the bottom off a situation that’s been troubling you, is to take your time and keep digging until you strike gold. Focus. You’ve got what it takes to keep moving forward positively, but it’ll be more of a challenge than it has been in the past. Stay calm.
CAPRICORN (December 22nd-January 20th)
Work matters will have you on the run this week, so make sure you have plenty of early nights as you’ll need to conserve your energy. That means you wont have much time for socialising for the moment, but it’s a sacrifice you’re happy to make to get thigngs moving. AqUARIUS (January 21st-February 19th)
You now seem to be surrounded by positive influences, making the start of this working week the ideal time to push yourself to the limit intellectually and intimately. You wont know what you’re capable of achieving until you try, so go out on a limb and give it your best shot.
PISCES (February 20th-March 20th)
With everything to play for now, you know you need to put in the maximum effort in all things. You’re putting in so much time and energy into work matters that superiors can’t fail to see your efforts. Do the same over relationships and friendships are you’ll be golden.
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Jeremy Clarkson Takes a Land Rover Discovery Sport Jibe at Spanish Motors T h e L a t e s t B U Z Z f r o m t h e M o t o r i n g Wo r l d
A recent review by Clarkson of a the Spanish made SEAT Leon X-Perience, faced an angry backlash from Spaniards and the Spanish Embassy in London as well after the former Top Gear host sterotypically condemmed the car which is one of Spain's biggest exports. Clarkson’s car review in the Sunday Times, entitled Does this Spanish fly? No, it’s a homage to catatonia was far from complimentry, but thats not where it ended, as well as slating the car and manufacturer he turned his attention on the nation of Spain itself.
Clarkson started off with labelling the new SEAT Leon as a ‘lukewarm paella’, Clarkson said he had never driven a SEAT because he ‘never saw the point’. (This was actually an inaccurate styatemnt , as pointed out by Twitter user @jorch_garcia. "SEAT wasn’t created by one man with a vision and a passion for speed, beauty, and power. It was created because at the
The Discovery Sport is the stylish and luxurious replacement for the Freelander. However, forget like-for-like comparisons, time Spain was emerging from its Third because the Discovery Sport is miles World status and the government didn’t ahead of its predecessor in terms of want its people squandering their beads refinement, handling and performance. and their chickens, or whatever currency they used at the time, on high-value Based on the Evoque, imports such as cars," Clarkson wrote in the Discovery Sport comthe article. bines a huge interior with a composed ride. This “Who would choose means the Discovery to have his car Sport is comfortable and made by extremely large inside, Spaniards, who are with a 5+2 seating congood at fishing off figuration and around Cornwall, when he 1700 litres of maximum boot space. could have the exact same thing The '+2' seats are essentially a third row made by Germans, that lift out of the boot floor while the who, let’s be frank, moveable second row provides easy are good at making access. However, while the compact third cars?” row of seats are perfect for young chilIn response, ecodren, adults will only want to use them for nomic minister at the shortest of journeys. London’s Spanish The interior of the Discovery Sport is sime m b a s s y , ilar to the Evoque, with an abundance of Immaculada Lopez, high quality, soft-touch materials and a wrote to the well-crafted dashboard. Standard equipSunday times. ment is impressive and all models get cli"More than 2m people all over the world mate control for the first two row of seats, buy Spanish-made cars every year and along with cruise control, a heated windthey seem perfectly happy with the prodscreen and partial leather seats. uct and strangely impervious to Mr Clarkson’s thoughtful, balanced and The Discovery Sport was launched with always entertaining views." the 2.2-litre SD4 engine but this was
replaced in September 2015 with a new, British-built 2.0-litre four-cylinder Ingenium diesel engine.
The four-cylinder Ingenium is a huge step up from the 2.2 diesel. The TD4, with 150PS, will return 129g/km of CO2 and close to 58mpg according to the official figures.
On the road the Discovery Sport feels capable and fun, with plenty of grip in the corners and plenty of torque. We'd recommend the automatic gearbox over the manual, as it's smooth with near seamless gear changes. The four-wheel drive system is identical to the one found in the Evoque and linked to Land Rover's excellent Terrain Response system, which means the Discovery Sport is more than capable off road. In fact, it's better than any of its rivals when it comes to tackling mud or snow.
Freelander owners will no doubt baulk at the upmarket price, with entry-level models costing more than £30,000, while highspec models will venture deep into £40,000 territory. Yet, even after factoring the new pricing strategy, the Discovery Sport still has huge appeal, with plenty of refinement, sophistication and outstanding off-road ability.
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TEETH WHITENING - 2ND WEEK
Two weeks ago we wrote about the about desire many of us have for that "Hollywood Smile".
This week we have asked local Dentist Dr. Canega for his expert views on the various processes. How they work and any risks involved.
Bleaching
Bleaching is whitening beyond the natural. Getting a brighter smile though can come at a painful price. If you choose to use a bleaching product, you should only do so after consultation with a dentist.
This is especially important for patients with many fillings, crowns, and extremely dark stains. A thorough oral examination, performed by a licensed dentist, is essential to determine if bleaching is an appropriate course of treatment.
In addition to tooth sensitivity, ranging from the mild to the extreme, dentists report seeing side effects that include gum irritation, (although we call it "irritation" this, for some, can also be very painful) bluish enamel, uneven whiteness, and—if the chemical manages to seep into a cracked tooth or an unfilled cavity—painful internal damage that can lead to a root canal.
Home bleaching is absolutely not recommended by the vast majority of dentists due to over bleaching which the client can not control or in contrary not would get the sufficient expected whitening effect. Our difficulty as dentists is we have to pick up the pieces for the clients who have experienced these problems.
al products, gum tissues are protected either by isolation with a rubber dam or application of a gel.
Veneers : another option to get a long term desired tooth shade. It s this method that t is this method that many would used to really get the desired effect. A cover, veneer, is placed over the teeth to give the shade a client wants. Consult with you dentist regarding this method. Or indeed any method.
Remember, although teeth whitening can give desired result for some it doesn't mean that this process should be repeated as routine treatment when it needs to keep a bright white smile. All whitening techniques and products results at the end by a chemical reaction. The outcome can be quiet relevant and differs individually from one to another person.) As always you should always take advise from a professional before considering or embarking any of these process.
Dr. Canega has a practice with the latest technology situated in La Nucia just off the CV70 between roundabouts 1 and 2.
For an appointment Call the surgery on 966236130. The first consultation is FREE. Dr. Canega also has an extremely detailed website giving information regarding all aspects of different treatments and dental problems and solutions. Check this out at www.nordicdentalsmile.com
Laser or Light activated treatment:
There are many professionally applied tooth bleaching products used by dentists in practice. These products use hydrogen peroxide in concentrations ranging from 25 percent to 40 percent and are sometimes used together with a light or laser, which the companies state accelerate or activate the whitening process. However, most studies have reported no additional longterm benefit with lightactivated systems. Prior to application of profession-
This Article is a continuation from Issue 39, which unfortunately, we were unable to publish in last weeks edition. We apologise for any inconvenience
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WHAT TO DO IF YOUR DOG OR CAT HAS A HEAT RASH
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Symptoms of heat rash on dogs and heat rash on cats - Heat rashes on dogs and cats mainly appear on the gentle skin in the abdominal region, on the backside, in the folds of the skin, under the neck and tail or near the pet’s ears. Often, pet owners have mistaken the heat rash on dogs and heat rash on cats to be due to fleas or other parasitic infestations. However, heat rashes are mainly a result of Staphylococcus pathogen aggravated by hot and humid environmental conditions. A heat rash on one’s pet can begin as a minor skin irritation where the dog or cat might scratch frequently; but very soon it can transform into an oozing, red rash that may be accompanied by pimples, boils, scabs and a bad odor.
In case of a heat rash on dogs, the animal may bite, lick or even chew the site of the rash frequently. This can lead to worsening of the condition and, if overlooked, may lead to extensive hair loss or bleeding and open wounds. Furry dogs (or even hairless dogs like the Chinese Crested that has tufts of hair all over its body) are more prone to heat rashes in the summer months. Heat rash on a cats chin
Likewise, a heat rash on cats can begin as bumps or red blotches on the skin that may be pus filled or oozing. Apart from these red blotches, cat owners have also
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Leicester City Sack Nigel Pearson
Nigel Pearson has been sacked as manager of Leicester despite keeping the Foxes in the Premier League last season.
Pearson took charge at the King Power Stadium for the second time in November 2011 and presided over promotion in the 2013-14 season to the top-flight, where they finished a respectable 14th in their maiden campaign after a brilliant run of results in the final weeks.
However, the club announced Pearson had been relieved of his duties, saying "fundamental differences in perspective exist between us." Leicester City spent 140 days from November to April at the bottom of the Premier League table and escaped relegation with a remarkable run of seven wins in nine matches to end the season.
It said: "The board of directors recognises the success Nigel has helped to bring to Leicester City dur-
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After roaring into the World Cup semi-finals, the Lionesses will hope to reach their first ever World Cup final in a ing his two spells in charge tournament where histoof the club, particularly dur- ry has been made. ing the last three and a half years. The quarter-final win "However, it has become clear to the club that fundamental differences in perspective exist between us. Regrettably, the club believes that the working relationship between Nigel and the Board is no longer viable.
"Leicester City’s owners, Vichai and Aiyawatt Srivaddhanaprabha, and the board of directors would like to place on record their thanks to Nigel for the considerable contribution he has made during his time with the club and wish him well in the future.
over hosts Canada was the first time an England Women's side have ever won a World Cup knockout match, beating the North American side 2-1 after early goals from Jody Taylor and Lucy Bronze.
The semi-final will be England's biggest test of the tournament yet as they face Japan, who won the 2011 World Cup held in Germany. The task is made even harder as Japan to this point are unbeaten.
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face the world champions in Edmonton, and the match will be shown on BBC one with coverage starting at 11:10pm Wednesday night. Kickoff is at midnight in the UK so it will be on at 1am in Spain
On their way to the semi-finals, England had to overcome an opening game defeat to France but since that match have kicked on recording four consecutive 2-1 wins over Colombia, Mexico, Norway in the last-16 and then knocking out hosts and tournament hopefuls, Canada.
England captain, Steph Houghton, has labelled the game against Japan the biggest in England Women's football history.
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CECH’D OUT The 33-year-old goalkeeper brought to an end an 11-year spell with the Blues after falling behind Thibaut Courtois in the pecking order at Stamford Bridge.
Highlighting his desire to stay in the Premier League and thanking staff and supporters for their work together over the years, Cech posted the message on social media as his transfer was announced.
"I thought this would never happen but it is time for me to say goodbye to Chelsea. The club I have lived every single minute for since joining in July 2004, the club in which I thought I'd hang my gloves and boots one day and finish my career. But life doesn't always turn out the way you think it will.
The long letter finishes off thanking Chelsea and wishing them the best for the future.
"I wish everybody at Chelsea all the best for the new season and for the future. Thank you for an incredible 11 years."
The current goalkeeper situation at the Emirates Stadium has now taken a new turn following the move, with Wojciech Szczesny and David Ospina still at the club. Pole Szczesny currently wears the number one shirt while Colombian Ospina is currently Wenger’s first choice.
Arsenal ae yet to release Petr Cech’s Number.
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