Gran Alacant Advertiser_July_2012

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The silver Jubilee in the UK and in Spain

The football euros, Spanish & Brits

WHAT’s INSIDE CONTENTS

4 NEWS 6 NEWS 8 NEWS 10 NEWS 12 SPANISH NEWS 13 SPANISH NEWS 14 FESTIVAL PROGRAMME 20 JUKEBOX PROMOTIONS 22 COMPUTER COLUMN 31 G.A. BOWLS 34 EASY HORSE CARE 40 GA SHOPPING BUS 41 TOURIST INFO 44 PLAZA MAYOR PICTURES 45 G.A.S.P. PICTURES 46 BRITISH LEGION 56 SANDRA’S COOKBOOK 58 PETS IN SPAIN 59 GA TRAIN 60 NEWS & PICTURES 61 NEWS & PICTURES 62 VET PAGE 63 WHAT’S IN THE CLOT 64 FRIENDS OF GA 65 LOCAL FORUMS 66 WORDSEARCH 67 SUDOKU 68 GA MAP 69 GA MAP 70 LOCAL BUS TIMES 71 LOCAL BUS TIMES

Hello everyone Welcome to our 90th monthly edition.

We have crammed every available space with pictures and text to bursting at the seams, this month.

The extra pictures that did not make it to print, can be seen on our website.

We are sure businesses are happy to see more holiday makers about, who are enjoying the swimming pools and lovely beaches in the hot sun and then using their premises to enjoy their stay.

With the European Championships held in late June and the final on the 1st of July, the urbanisation has been very colourful with flags of many countries fluttering from houses, restaurants and bars. As we go to the printer before the final we obviously do not know the outcome but, we are sure that if Spain wins we will all have known about it....

An official welcome to Camila, who is joining us at the magazine. More info on our news pages.

The prize wordsearch winner was Angela White.

Could we dispel a rumour about one of our loyal advertisers. Gran Alacant Services is NOT closing down.

Have a good month Sandra & Barry Our little dog from the front cover has hidden herself away in the magazine, can you find her?

Last month she was part of the MABS fun run

STILL the BEST ADVERTISING PRICES & SERVICE ON THE COSTAS

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15 euro per month for a 40mm x 60mm advert

95 euro per month for a 153mm x 202mm advert

35 euro per month for a 90mm x 60mm advert

110 euro per month for a 153mm x 232mm advert

55 euro per month for a 128mm x 92mm advert

including artwork and

free advertising on our website!!

* TOP UP YOUR MOBILE PHONE WITH GRANNET- ALL PROVIDERS * GRANNET ARE NOW OFFICIAL VODAFONE RETAILERS * OFFER- CONTRACT ONE BLACKBERRY 8520 AND GET ANOTHER ONE ABSOLUTELY FREE (exact location on the GA map at back of this magazine) 3

We at your Gran Alacant Advertiser continue to bring you all of the news, including that from our Gran Alacant Councillor, Loreto Cascales, as we have since May 2005.

It is our perogative at the magazine, NOT to update this 2005 picture, as we all looked a great deal younger!!!

You may have noticed that we at the magazine have an extra helper. We are very happy that Camila has joined us, with her fluent Spanish and artistic talent, which we are sure will enhance our publication.

Many of our advertisers will have already met her especially when she is round and about delivering the magazines.

How nice to see so much improvement work being made to pavements all over Gran Alacant. (pictures attached). The Carabasi area of work has been organised with manpower from the council, with the Town Hall just supplying materials.

The improvements along Calle Mediterraneo is all paid for by central government, agreed and organised over 2 years ago.

Pictures elsewhere in this edition of the very successful relaunch of Plaza Mayor, (Masa Square).

Good to see the repair work to the steps and a wheelchair access ramp now in place.

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TILING SPECIALIST (your choice of tiles for the garden or house).

UNDERBUILD CONVERSIONS (you choose what you want.

1, 2, 3 bedrooms or just 1 large room for your own home cinema).

All types of BUILDING WORK undertaken

Coral & Serena terrace extensions.

Bring your terrace foreward gives more room

Auroras & Albas Terrace extensions

FROM SMALL TERRACES TO LARGE EXTENSIONS

All work guaranteed!

Give SOL a call on 606 818 442 or E-mail solbuilders@hotmail.co.uk 5

The new MASA Park (pictures here) which we have mentioned in the past is now coming to its conclusion.

We will be at the official opening, so maybe, pictures next month

About 1,500 square metres of scrubland caught fire, for reasons still unknown, on the afternoon of Tuesday June 12. The fire originated about 6pm in an area very close to two developments in the Montemar area, near Avenida Noruega.

Firefighters, were alerted by a local police patrol who were in the area, it took about an hour to extinguish the fire. Local people diverted traffic on the roundabout close to the danger given the proximity of existing housing.

The European Residents Neighborhood Association organized a Drink and Tapas event at the Gran Alacant Commercial Centre.

Eleven participating restaurants on Gran Alacant organized for the second time, took part in the event. The drink and tapas were at a basic price of one euro each.

There was an increased interest in booking a 2nd table top stall at only the second of this newly arranged activity. It is hoped more and more stall holders will book a space, and then this will also eventually be held at the new market place. You can book a space by telephoning 609 932 578

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The new market area is taking shape as these pictures show. This project is now coming to fruition after over 2 years in the pipeline and costs all agreed before the recession. Also included will be toilets, an admin block and a bar. The area will link to the sports centre to facilitate the amenities and parking.

The new Chinese bazaar is taking shape, better than having this part built building causing a constant eye sore.

Many many months ago in a previous edition we took pictures of an area of unused land which residents had spent big big money on, planting it up and adding pathways etc. Whilst we were in our meeting with Loreto, one of the residents came in to complain that some kids had been chased off, but came back during school time and destroyed much of this work. It is such a shame when so much work and time has gone into making this area a very pleasant place to be in. Loreto has phoned the police and hopefully the little b...ers will be taken to task. The residents can recognize them!!!!!!!!!!

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Menu of the Day (every day of the year) weekday menu ............................................ 9 euros menu Saturday, Sunday and holidays ....... 12 euros.

Evening menu (night only) salad fry (fish) or grill (meat) bread and beverage......(8 euros per person minimum two people)....... ......................16 euros.

Special menu .. salad especial starter rice with lobster food, drink and dessert ......(minimum two people).......... 15 euros.

Every day of the week, the menus will consist of 5 first courses (inc pasta, rice, and soup) and 5 main courses (meat or fish).

Open every day of the year Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, do not open at night.

WE ARE HERE

POLICE & POST OFFICE

GRAN ALACANT

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The pipe work that was laid between the GA centre and the post office was to add cabling for upgraded internet lines etc.

In some areas “down the hill” cockroaches were coming up through the drains.

We had noticed that the drains had not been disinfected yet this year, so Loreto phoned those concerned, and the work was to take place on the evening of Monday 18th June.

In the Clot article this month you will see the thoughts behind the mosquito spraying. Our Town Hall has contacted Elche (who are responsible for the clot) and asked them to use the special insecticide that be added to the water to kill off the larva before the mozzies hatch to solve this problem. If Elche will not carry this out, to help Gran Alacant residents Santa Pola have said with Elche´s permission they will carry out the task themselves.

No news yet of work starting on the new flyover off GA. BUT IT WILL HAPPEN!!!

The Gran Alacant fiestas will take place on July 19-20-21-22 at the Council office car park. Plenty of activities for young and old, provided from our Town Hall. Next year this event will be held at the new market place.

The town of Santa Pola has made available the tent on the beach for the mentally handicapped every day in July and August, thanks to the cooperation of various municipal departments and a grant from La Caixa Foundation awarded to ADIPSA .

Overcoming all difficulties, the mentally handicapped residents and visitors alike can enjoy this summer tent, a service that has a high level of demand, so it is possible that these users can enjoy the beach like any other person and is a great respite for family members.

More news next month, enjoy the sun

An email to us at the magazine.

In reply to Billʼs letter in the June edition.

He will be very happy to learn there are plans under way to do away with the cycle lane on the promenade as the cyclists say it ruins their tyres, also to make more parking by putting it back as it used to be.

Also being a walker I can tell him why we walk on the cycle lane.

Its because there is less chance of being mown down by skaters, as there have been six accidents with walkers and skaters so far this year, so Bill Iʼm afraid youʼll have to go back to being a pain for the motorists, Mary ( Arenales)

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Las fotos de este número están en las páginas de las noticias en inglés.

Puede que se hayan dado cuenta de que tenemos una ayudante en nuestra revista. Estamos muy contentos de que Camila se haya unido a nosotros. Muchos de nuestros anunciantes ya la han conocido cuando ha estado haciendo el reparto de la revista.

Están mejorando las aceras de toda Gran Alacant (fotos en las páginas de noticias en inglés). En la zona de Carabasi se han realizado las obras con mano de obra y materiales del ayuntamiento. Las mejoras en la Callle Mediterráneo están bajo la subvención del Gobierno de Valencia, son parte de un plan que fue aprobado hace más de 2 años.

Pueden ver las fotos de la re-inauguración de la Plaza Mayor. Se aprecian varios cambios, entre ellos una rampa de acceso para sillas de ruedas.

El nuevo parque de MASA, que hemos mencionado en otros números, está casi acabado. Habrá una apertura oficial, así que a lo mejor tenemos fotos el mes que viene.

Sobre unos 1.500 m2 de matorral ardieron, por motivos todavía desconocidos, la tarde del martes 12

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de Junio. El fuego empezó a eso de las 6 de la tarde en una zona muy próxima a las urbanizaciones de Montemar, cerca de la Av. Noruega.

Los bomberos fueron alertados por la policía local y no tardaron más de una hora en extinguir el fuego.

Algunos residentes ayudaron a redirigir el tráfico de la rotonda debido a la proximidad del fuego a las viviendas.

La Asociación de Vecinos Residentes Europeos organizaron una noche de Tapas en el Centro Comercial de Gran Alacant. Participaron once restaurantes de Gran Alacant en la segunda edición de este evento. Las bebidas y las tapas estaban a un precio básico de 1€ cada uno.

Ha habido un interés creciente sobre el mercadillo/rastro de segunda mano. Se espera que más y más gente se una a esta nueva actividad.

Más adelante se alojará en la zona del nuevo mercadillo. Para reservar una mesa pueden llamar al 609 932 578.

El nuevo mercadillo ya empieza a tener más forma (como pueden ver en las fotos). Por fin este proyecto está a punto de terminar después de dos años (se planeó antes de la recesión). En el mercadillo van a incluir baños, una oficina de administración y un bar. La zona estará ligada al polideportivo para facilitar el

aparcamiento.

El nuevo bazar chino está casi listo, por fin está terminado el horrible edificio que estaba a medio construir.

Hace muchos meses, en un número anterior sacamos unas fotos de un descampado sin usar, en el cual los residentes de la zona habían hecho el esfuerzo (también económico) de ajardinarlo y dejarlo bonito, etc.

Durante nuestra reunión con Loreto, uno de estos residentes entró para quejarse de la situación actual; unos niños han estado destrozando todo el trabajo que han hecho. Es una pena, ya que han dedicado mucho de su tiempo y dinero en hacerlo zona agradable. Loreto ha llamado a la policía y esperamos que llamen la atención a estos pequeños “demonios”. Por cierto, los residentes los pueden reconocer!!!

Están instalando tuberías a lo largo de la Av. Mediterráneo (entre el Centro Comercial y Correos) están instalando el cableado para la mejora de las comunicaciones.

En algunas zonas de abajo de Gran Alacant han aparecido cucarachas saliendo de los desagües. Ya habíamos notado que no habían aplicado el tratamiento que se realiza en esta época del años.

Loreto ha llamado a los responsables para hacer el trabajo.

agua para matar a las larvas antes de llegar a madurar. Si Elche no soluciona el problema, Santa Pola se ha ofrecido a hacer la fumigación (con el permiso del Ayuntamiento de Elche).

Todavía no han empezado con las obras del paso elevado… NOS ASEGURAN DE QUE VA A PASAR!!!

Las fiestas de Gran Alacant tendrán lugar desde el 19 hasta el 22 de Julio, en el aparcamiento del Ayuntamiento. El Ayuntamiento nos va a proveer de muchas actividades para todos, niños y mayores. El año que viene las fiestas tendrán lugar en el nuevo mercadillo.

La ciudad de Santa Pola ha instalado una carpa para los discapacitados mentales en Gran Playa para todo Julio y Agosto. Gracias a la cooperación de varios departamentos municipales y a una subvención otorgada por la Caixa Fundación a ADIPSA. Superando todas las dificultades, los discapacitados mentales residentes y turistas pueden disfrutar de las carpas de Gran Playa, con un servicio de alto nivel y con gran demanda.

Podrán disfrutar de la playa como cualquier otra persona.

Más noticias el mes que viene. ¡Disfrutad del sol!

En el artículo del Clot de este mes pueden leer sobre el tema de la fumigación de mosquitos. Nuestro Ayuntamiento ha contactado con Elche (los responsables del Clot) pidiendoles usar un tratamiento especial que puede ser añadido en el

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JULY Festival programme for

Santa Pola and Gran Alacant BOOK FAIR From 20 July to 19 August 2012 Town Hall Square

Saturday June 30th 21.00 hours The Palm Access Auditorium entrance. Multiple Sclerosis Association charity event by Gym Noray Sunday 1st 19:00 hours The Palm Access Auditorium entrance.

United Hands charity event by the Academy of Ballet Dana Mary.

21.00 hours Saturday 7 Auditorium Free admission The Palm Presentation of the Unio charges of Festers, with performances by the choir of Santa Pola 20:00 hours on Wednesday 11 International Library of Gran Alacant Storytelling "Cristina Macia." Organized by public libraries.

Thursday 12 19:00 hours the Palm Grove Park Crafts Workshop. Prior registration in the Library. Workshop Price: 2 euros Friday 13 21'30 hours. Virgen del Carmen Chapel Virgen del Carmen serenaded by the choir of Santa Pola Levantina 19.00 hours Wednesday 18 International Library of Gran Alacant Crafts Workshop. Prior registration in the Library. Workshop Price: 2 euros 20:00 hours on Thursday 19 Free admission The Palm Grove Park Storytelling "Pampol Theatre" organized by public libraries Thursday 19 Celebrations in Gran Alacant (Beside Municipal Office) 22.00 h Presentation of the Festival with performances by the Musical Association Virgin of Loreto Friday 20 Holidays in Gran Alacant (Beside Municipal Office) 19'00-21'00 h. Playground 21.00 pm Performance by Ronald McDonald McDonald collaboration with Santa Pola.

22.00 pm Performance by Duo "Just Two" Saturday 21 Fiestas in Torrevieja (Near Municipal Office) Inflatable attractions 19'00 to 21'00 collaboration with Shorty Infant School 21'00 h. Dance School Life Exhibition Mobile Disco 22:30 pm Saturday 21. 22:30 hours of the Castle Parade. Access entry Verbena-Mobile Disco "Music of the 80". Organize Comparsa Pensat i Fet Sunday 22 Events in Gran Alacant (Beside Municipal Office) 20:00 pm-Family Children's Theatre "The Hen Egg Gold" by the company Scura Splats 21'00 to 22'30 h. Workshops and children's games by Art Fem Tuesday 24 20:00 pm. Courtyard of the castle. Free admission. Family Children's Theatre "El Show de pufo". Permanent Krisis Company.

20:00 hours Wednesday, 25 International Library of Gran Alacant Storytelling "Pampol Theatre." Organized by public libraries.

Thursday, 26 18'30 hours Departure from the Children's Library Visit the Boat Esteban Gonzalez. Pre-registration Children's Library 22.00 hours Friday 27 Auditorium Free admission The Palm Concert by the Band of Unio Musical de Santa Pola.

22.00 hours Saturday 28 Auditorium Free admission The Palm Traditional Music VIII Mostra organized by the Colla The Freu 20:00 hours Sunday 29 Auditorium The Palm Access Entry Charity Festival "Holiday in Peace." Aid Association for the Sahrawi People

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We are easy to find in El Altet. From Gran Alacant turn off the N332 signposted El Altet. Over the roundabout. Over the traffic lights and we are on the right, before the next roundabout.

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PROXIMITY, national 1Red, 667 workshops in Europe, Near your house, you have a workshop, Confort Auto.

RENEWED ISO 9001 Quality anuaimente by independent certification.

SOCIAL COMMITMENT TO USE organic products, tyres, oil etc.

Colaboration with NGOs involved in road safety

There are coffee shops next to us when waiting for that short job to be carried out. For longer jobs we will pick your car up and deliver back to you, if in the Gran Alacant area.

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A new workshop for making jewellery will take place during July.

Watch for their poster at SEZAVU bar, or contact Manon on 61 66 252 45 or email: info@manonvankempen.com

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JULY OF

Full service – P FER et Full service – D rol 100€ iesel 120€ (up to 2.5 litre) Limited period only

At our new Centre in Santa Pola, we can service and repair any make of vehicle, whether it is a motor bike or large Motorhome, and we offer the following: • Head Gaskets • Engine Re-conditioning • Timing Belts • Clutches • Brakes • Welding • Air Con re-gas • Exhausts and Batteries • Tyres • Up to date Diagnostic equipment • Pre ITV Inspections and ITV tests.

The Centre is headed by Tom May, who is an experienced vehicle technician who has spent 20 years at Vauxhall and 4 years with Mercedes in the UK, before moving over to Spain.

Tom has also recently spent 5 years with Mercedes in Alicante, before joining our team in Santa Pola. Customers can be assured they will receive a first class service from a first class garage, that does not charge main dealer prices.

For a friendly chat or advice, please give us a ring on the numbers below.

C/Ferrers 90, Pol. Ind. Santa Ana, Guardamar - Tel 966107606 or 647162821 C/Marineros 41, Pol. Ind IN-2, Santa Pola - Tel 965078505 or 647162821 Open: Mon - Friday 9am - 6pm (no siesta) Sat - 10am - 2pm E mail: info@englishgarage.com Website: www.englishgarage.com

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RESTAURANT

DRAGON IS THE BEST!!!

VISIT US!!!

Av.Pais Valenciano, Nr.1, Gran Alacant. (near CAM Bank)

Serves pizza, pastas, fish, steaks, paella, chicken, persian plates.

Open everyday, all year from 13:00 till 00:00

Tel: John or Denise Hutt 966 198 902

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For Lyneli, go past Eroski to the McDonalds roundabout, straight over to next roundabout, go SANTA POLA straight on and we are on the right.

CARLIN STATIONARY

GLORIETA SQUARE & CASTLE

MAP FROM GOOGLE EARTH

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The signals and emissions for the radio and TV channels are the strict and sole responsibility of the satellite provider SES ASTRA and the program providers of BBC and ITV PLC (Freesat) and BskyB, who reserve the right to change, add, remove or adjust the strength of the signal of the channels offered. These modifications are not the responsibility of Diginova, or the sellers, distributers or installers that collaborate with Diginova.

The guarantee only covers factory defects for receivers and satellite equipment installed

by Diginova is for 24 Months.

The installation guarantee for defects is for 12 Months.

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TS 307 LOVELY 2/3 BEDROOM, 2 BATHROOM TERRACED HOUSE WITH VERY LARGE UNDERBUILD. LOUNGE/DINING AREA, TERRACE TO THE FRONT OF THE HOUSE AND A PRIVATE ROOF SOLARIUM. LOVELY VIEWS FROM THE SOLARIUM OF THE COMMUNAL GARDENS AND LARGE SWIMMING POOL. SHORT WALK TO BARS AND RESTAURANTS. MUST BE SEEN. PRICE 115,000€

TS 298 WONDERFUL 2 BEDROOMS, 2 BATHROOMS DUPLEX. OPEN LOUNGE/DINING AREA, GALERIA AND LARGE SOLARIUM. NICE FRONT. VERY SHORT WALK TO THE “CARABASI” BARS AND RESTAURANTS. COULD BE USED AS A COMMERCIAL PROPERTY. PRICE REDUCED TO 121,000€

TS 282 BEAUTIFUL VILLA ON THE FRONT LINE IN EXCELLENT CONDITION WITH LOVELY OPEN VIEWS. 3 BEDROOMS, 3 BATHROOMS (2 EN-SUITE), GOOD SIZED LOUNGE/DINER, FULLY FITTED KITCHEN, PRETTY GARDENS AROUND THE VILLA, STORAGE SPACE, PRIVATE PARKING, LOVELY PATIO AREA AND SUN LOUNGE, AIR CONDITIONING AND CENTRAL HEATING. PRICE REDUCED TO 229,000€

TS 274 INCREDIBLE 6 BEDROOMS, 3 BATHROOM FINCA IN THE BEAUTIFUL AREA OF SANTOMERA. LARGE LOUNGE WITH OPEN LOG FIRE, SEPARATE DINING AREA, FULLY FITTED KITCHED. THIS WONDERFUL FINCA HAS TWO SELF CONTAINED APARTMENTS BOTH WITH LOUNGE, FULLY FITTED KITCHEN, SHOWER ROOM & BEDROOM. THERE IS ALSO A GYMNASIUM, MUSIC ROOM AND THERAPY ROOM WHICH COULD BE CONVERTED INTO ONE OR TWO MORE APARTMENTS. THIS FINCA MUST BE SEEN. PRICE 385,000€

TS0273 LOVELY VILLA WITH 3 BEDROOMS, 3 BATHROOMS, LOUNGE/DINING AREA, KITCHEN. SPACIOUS PLOT WITH A PRIVATE KIDNEY SHAPED SWIMMING POOL. PRIVATE PARKING, GARAGE, AIR CONDITIONING THROUGHOUT AND SECURITY GRILLS. PRICE REDUCED FOR QUICK SALE €250,000

TS150 THIS HOUSE IS IN EXCELLENT CONDITION, 3 BEDROOMS (MAIN BEDROOM HAS BALCONY AND EN-SUITE BATHROOM), 2 BATHROOMS PLUS SEPARATE TOILET, GOOD SIZED LOUNGE/DINER, LARGE KITCHEN, UTILITY ROOM, LOVELY GARDENS, SOLARIUM, LOVELY VIEWS, COMMUNAL SWIMMING POOL. PRICE REDUCED TO €189,000

TS 295 WONDERFUL VILLA ON LARGE 635sqm PLOT. 3 BEDROOMS, 2 BATHROOMS, LARGE LOUNGE WITH OPEN DINING ROOM, FULLY FITTED KITCHEN, SUN LOUNGE, AIR CONDITIONING UNITS, LARGE SOLARIUM AND TERRACE. OUTSIDE, THERE ARE MATURE GARDENS AND A LARGE 10M X 5M SWIMMING POOL WITH ROMAN STEPS. A PAVED DRIVEWAY LEADS TO THE DOUBLE GARAGE. PRICE €349,000

TS 308 LOVELY 3 BEDROOMS, 2 BATHROOMS, 2 LOUNGES TERRACED HOUSE OVER 3 FLOORS. LOUNGE/DINING AREA, TERRACE TO THE FRONT OF THE HOUSE AND A PRIVATE ROOF SOLARIUM OVERLOOKING COMMUNAL GARDENS AND LARGE SWIMMING POOL. THIS HOUSE HAS BEEN GIVEN A COMPLETED MAKEOVER AND IS PERFECT CONDITION MUST BE VIEWED. FURNITURE IS BRAND NEW. PRICE 125,000€

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Pool Constructions & Repairs No Middle man.

The worker is also the BOSS!

Viktor 66 3332 111 (Spanish & Russian)

Alex 669 397 896 (English)

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Johnny: Seven, Sir. Teacher: No, listen carefully. If I gave you 2 cats, and another 2 cats and another 2, how many will you have? Johnny: Seven Teacher: Let me put it to you differently.

If I gave you 2 apples, and another 2 apples and another 2, how many will you have?

Johnny: Six. Teacher: Good. Now if I gave you 2 cats, and another 2 cats and another 2, how many will you have? Johnny: Seven!!! A very angry Teacher: Where the in hell do you get seven from?!?!? Very angry Johnny: Because I've already got a bloomin’ cat

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MONTEMAR BOWLS AND SOCIAL CLUB (Sponsored by Super Valu) against excellent opposition. Our rinks team of Denise Ashberry, Janet Charman, Keith Simpson and David Mellville had a great game, it was all square going into the last end, and when David went onto the mat with his last bowl they were 5 down. A great bowl from David took the jack to give them a victory by one shot .

Away our only success was in the trips where Stan Routledge, Chris Harding and Diane Ridley had a good win.

The overall result was a win for San Miguel by 11 points to Monte Mar's 7 points.

Kings Cup Division B Wednesday 13th June 2012.

Playing away at El Rancho, the Earls came back with a very good win. In the the men's singles, Paul Adams won by 21 shots to 8. In the pairs, Ken Poulson & David Buckland However edged it by 15 shots to 14. In the triples Sheila Roberts, the best Wendy Oxley & Janet Gatward won by 17 shots to 14. Our was yet to rinks were 5 shots ahead at the last end but dropped 5 and come. On got the draw. However this was an excellant result away the same Ladies rink team from home Thursday Shots For 86 Shots Against 77 afternoon after a short rest our trips team of Sheila Points Against 3 Roberts, Joan Harding and skipped by Diane Ridley played Points For 9 in the semi final of the competition. Going into the last end Kings Cup Division A Wednesday 13th June 2012.

Wednesday 13th June unlucky for Monte Mar being beaten our team were two shots in front. With just the skips to by a good Horadada team. A good day for bowling, the sun bowl, they were 3 shots down. Diane came in for shot was shining but not on us. Horadada won the ladies & wood, hence winning the game and going through to the mens singles, the trips and the rinks, Monte Mar's Lynne & final which unfortunately they lost but runners up in the Colin Armitage won the pairs 20 to 13.

Spanish Nationals was a very good effort.

Well played Horadada.

SABA Hurricane Friday 8th June 2012 Shots For 63 Shots Against 103 A very good friendly game against the Country Bowls Points Against 10 Foxes. Well 6 points from the team that are well clear at the Points For 2 SABA Hurricane Friday 15th June 2012 top of the league looks good but we are 14 points below At home to Horadada Hawks the Torros had a very good them in second place, so a few more points would have been good. Well bowled the winning rinks of Lynn Armitage, result by winning on four rinks, drawing on one, losing on Janet Gatward & Colin Armitage; Jan Soars, Wendy Oxley & one and besting the overall shots. Well Paul Adams; Mick Soars, Jan Harding & Gordon Fisher. played to all the Shots For 90 Shots Against 108 team.

Points For 6 Points Against 8 Shots For 123 Report on 20/20/game Tuesday12th June Shots Against 72 This week our opponents were San Miguel who as usual Points For 11 put out a very strong side.

Points Against 3 We had some excellent results at home, Lynne and Colin Janet Gatward the Club's vice Armitage winning the pairs on the last end. The trips team Our Sunset League captain in good form today. starts on Monday of Alan Ashberry, Wendy Oxley and Harry Dobson dropped 25th June and then every Monday for 9 weeks.

3 shots on the last end but still came away with a draw Spanish Nationals.

The quarter finals of the Ladies Rinks were staged at San Miguel Bowls Club on Saturday 19thMay 2012. In one of these quarter finals the Montemar Team of Denise Ashberry, Sheila Roberts, Joan Harding and Diane Ridley achieved a hot shot which enabled them to win the game and progress to the semi finals which were then held on a very hot Thursday morning of the 24th May. After a very tight game they succumbed on the very last end to a very good team from Greenlands.

Please visit our web site at www.montemarbowls.com for more info about our Bowls and Social Club. New members are always welcome.

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Our Broadband now upgraded to

SUPER-FAST 20 meg VDSL also We can now copy and print A3 documents as well as A4, A5 & A6

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Our aim is to ensure that you, your family and friends can relax and enjoy your time in Spain.

Welcome packs and transfers available on request. We can also offer a wide range of other services including interior/exterior painting, garden clearance and general maintenance.

For further information including references and instant quotes please contact Claire on Tel 966695359 – Mobile 660339927 or email Newhorizonsinspain@hotmail.co.uk

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The Easy Horse care Rescue Centre in Rojales are looking for support in the way of donated goods furniture, brica Brac etc.

Or just want to give to this worthwhile charity.

It was founded in 2008 with the mission of rescuing mistreated horses, ponies and donkeys in the Alicante region of Spain, Books, clothes, furniture, bikes, bric a brac and large furniture items can be collected

If you go to the website at www.easyhorsecare.net you can see the work these people carry out for the welfare of horses in the area.

Please contact Vicky for collection or donation of goods.

Tel: 636 062 000

HERE & ON THE NEXT 4 PAGES Welcome to the area of Gran Alacant that includes the ComMercial Centre.

As you leave the N332 to come on to Gran Alacant this area is on your right.

Our advertisers in this area are:COCINARTE, EURONICS, HOMEFINDERS, FOR RIDERS (BIKE SHOP), and on page 3 GRANNET

PLEASE REMEMBER After our initial deliveries to over 100 outlets, we do top up during the month at:-

“Euronics”,“Quicksave” and the “Phoenix Restaurant”.

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THE GRAN ALACANT SHOPPING BUS which drops off and picks up, all around Gran Alacant :-

Mornings start at 09.30 from shopping centre, and every 30 minutes until 13.30 ending also at shopping centre.

Afternoon: Shopping centre from 17.30 to 18.30 From Don Pueblo 18.50 and finish at shopping centre a 19.00

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Hello to everybody!

Just a few words to let you know what is going to happen this month in Santa Pola and its surroundings.

To start Santa Pola’s Town Hall offers its cultural programme for all tastes.

Apart from all this, on the 16th the fishermen celebrate their main fiestas, “Our Lady of Carmen” in the evening there is a religious procession and later a display of fire works on the Levante Beach is held.

On the 8th will take place the XVII swimming crossing Tabarca-Santa Pola, a real adventure for more than 1000 swimmers taking part on it, this swimming crossing has become the most popular in Spain and this year has entered a World Top100 list, there isn’t any other swimming crossing like this one, so long 6000 mts. and with so many swimmers in open waters.

In the surroundings plenty of parades, as you know it is not possible to give the exact dates but the approximate dates are as follows: Rojales 28th June to 2nd, Orihuela 15th to 21st, Cox 14th to 16th, Guardamar del Segura 20th to 25th, Albatera 20th to 25th, Novelda 17th to 22th, Villajoiosa 24th to 31st, Almoradi 24th, Agost 28th to 3rd July.

Also in Denia from celebrate the peculiar fiesta of “Bous a la Mar” bulls to the sea, this fiesta is declared of international tourist interest. Furthermore if you missed the spectacular Bonfires of St John go to San Vicente del Raspeig and you can have a sample of what it was like. Finally, in Torrevieja 23nd to 29th the International Contest of Habaneras & Polyphony is held, if you are fond of this type music, this is your festival.

Enjoy yourselves, Bye bye friends.

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La Marina..La Marina..La Marina..La Marina..La Marina..La Marina

The DENTAL PRACTICE and CUTS R US are on the La Marina Urbanisation and Almarcha are in the La Marina village.

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Tel: 966 797 119 659 728 128

IN THE VILLAGE

Tel: 966 797 119 or 659 728 128

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The night that...PLAZA MAYOR...rocked .......and a great night was had by all..at the re-launch of Plaza Mayor.

The businesses at the square were so annoyed at the lack of action by the squares administraters, that they got together and paid for all of the clean up work themselves.

The whole square powerwashed, steps repaired, wheelchair access and a general paint up cost mega bucks, and they were rewarded with a big crowd on this important night for them.

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Located above Supervalu

G.A.S.P. Theatre Group Two comedy plays were performed to a two night full audience.

It was a great nights entertainment, which by the reaction of the audiences, was very well received.

D.J. Tony Hall

In the first play “GETTING ALONG” were, Tony Skinner, David Ashley, Liz Messent, Terry Lacey & Molly Jewitt

After the interval in “SPARROWS” were, Penny Rooke, Terry Lacey, Christine Lombardy & Lucia Garcia.

Among those behind the scenes were, Peter Messent and Chris Rooke.

This was a very entertaining evening at the Life Resort. Watch out for dates for their forthcoming show in the Autumn.

more pictures on our website at:- www.granalacantadvertiser.com

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Royal British Legion-Gran Alacant Branch BR 3606

The Gran Alacant Branch meets on the First Tuesday of the month.

New members always welcome, you do not need to be ex-forces to join us.

The Dinner Dance held in May raised 243.37 Euros for this years Poppy Appeal Many Thanks

There will not be any meetings is July or August and hopefully we will have a new meeting place in Sept (4th) Watch this space.

The next Branch meeting should be Sept 4th.

Further details from - Robin 96 669 5423 or Brian 639 917 971.

Email secretarybr3606@gmail.com News Flash from the English Channel Friday 25 May 2012.

Today, the British Navy intercepted three boatloads of people off the Northern coast of France . this placed the Navy in an awkward position as the boats were heading not away from, but towards France . Another surprise finding was that they were loaded with British Citizens who were all seniors of pension age. Their claim was that they were trying to get to France so as to be able to return to Britain as illegal immigrants and therefore be entitled to far more benefits than they were receiving as legitimate British pensioners.The Navy, it is believed, gave them food, water and fuel and assisted them on their journey South.

We are booking the next boat now, let me know if you want to come too

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During his physical examination, a doctor asked a man about his physical activity level.

He described a typical day this way: "Well, yesterday afternoon, I took a five hour walk about 7km through some pretty rough terrain. I waded along the edge of a lake. I pushed my way through brambles. I got sand in my shoes and my eyes. I avoided standing on a snake. I climbed several rocky hills. I took a few 'leaks' behind some big trees. The mental stress of it all left me shattered. At the end of it all I drank eight beers" Inspired by the story, the doctor said, "You must be one hell of an outdoors man!"

"No," he replied, "I'm just a bad golfer".

REGISTER YOUR PROPERTY FOR SALE WITH US...

WE HAVE CLIENTS WAITING TO BUY

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LOST DOG Don and Julie Fogarty were distraught when their dog “Barney” slipped its lead and ran off.

When searching for Barney a stranger saw them and asked if they had lost a dog.

Dog and owner were re united but Don in his delight at getting his dog back, never properly thanked the finder, so he would like to do so through our magazine.

EATING, DRINKING AND ENTERTAINMENT AT THE

CARABASI COMPLEX

Advertisers on pages 48 - 55 *Sandhills *Molly Malone *Phoenix Bar *Aquarius *Gourmet *Los Belgas *Phoenix Restaurant *Bar Ocean *Casanova *Hispania *Yellow Submarine PHOENIX RESTAURANT The in in place place to to be........Tel: be........Tel: 966698364 966698364 The

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ORIGINAL ITALIAN PIZZA’s the day f o u n e m e m ti Lunch 3 courses 9.50€ EVERY DAY U SPECIAL MEN onion bhaji any curry from our menu with rice or chips 1/2 san miguel or glass of wine 10€

EVERY THURSDAY bruschetta ribs with chips & salad 1/2 san miguel or glass of wine 12€

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entertainment in Mollys for July Sat Sun Mon the Terryoke experience.

Fridays The jimmy Mack Show Wed Thurs Karaoke food served all day every day from 12 till late FULL NEW MENU AMERICAN-RANCH STYLE STEAKS, BURGERS, BBQ RIBS CAJUN STYLE CHICKEN & SALMON ... AND LOTS MORE! Watch all Major sporting events on giant screen including London Olympics WIFI ALSO AVAILABLE GROUPS AND PARTIES CATERED FOR SEE TERRY FOR DETAILS

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The family run Spanish bar & restaurant also now offer the

-ONE N I L L A INE MACH * LOTTERY TICKETS * MOBILE PHONE TOP UPS FOR ALL OF THE BIG MOBILE PHONE COMPANIES * ONLINE BETTING * FOOTBALL POOLS * PHOTO’S FROM YOUR CAMERA * HORSE RACE BETTING * EURO MILLIONS * PHONE CARDS FOR MANY COUNTRIES

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Summer Agenda, July-September phone: 966 699 601

SARAʼS BREAKFAST KITCHEN adult breakfasts all include one drink & toast. Childrens breakfast €1.50, Tiny tots €1 FULL EVENING MENU 5pm til late. Fish n chips start at €4.95, Lasagne, Chilli, Curry, Beef Stew, Spicy Chicken, Gammon, Vegetarian and childrens menu.

MIDNIGHT MUNCH 11pm - 1.30am. Outside burger bar.

Burgers and Hot Dogs only €2.95 each.

“For the night owls, smell the onions”

REMEMBER Aquarius food may also be served to next door at the “Cork & Bottle” and “Oceans Bar” balconies. Just order at Aquarius, or pick up a menu if you prefer to watch the sports in the bars.

I would like to share an experience with you about drinking and driving. As you well know, some folk have been known to have had brushes with the authorities on their way home from the odd social session over the years.

Well a couple of nights ago, a friend of mine was out for a few drinks with some other friends at the Clarence Hotel and had a few too many beers and some rather nice red wine.

New Summer Specials coming soon

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PHOENIX BAR

The in place to be........Tel: 966698364

BAR MEALS SERVED UNTIL 11.30pm 4

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Elton John tribute plus cabaret 21 st July.

Celebrate Queens Jubilee on 4th & 5th June Dress up for Posh Nosh

Neil Diamond tribute

BAR OPEN every Day & Night from 1pm Ask for our new bar menu

Knowing full well that he may have been slightly over the limit, he did something he’d never done before. . . . He took a bus home. Soon enough he approached a police road block but since it was a bus, they waved it past. Thus he arrived home safely without incident which was a real surprise, as he had never driven a bus before and is still not sure where he got it ! !

Lady’s coffee morning starts Tuesday 09.30 till 12.00 h. and the Fatclub on Wednesday 12.30 till 15.00

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A recipe from

Sandra’s Cookbook

Marinades

which you can read online at:- www.sandrascookbook.com compiled by Sandra Bonathan (not Sandra from this magazine)

Marinades make the difference between a Ok(ish) BBQ and a great one.

Meat that would otherwise be dry and possibly tough can be tender and full of flavour if marinaded for an hour or two before you start cooking.

When you want to cook, just take the meat out of the marinade and put it onto the hot grill. If you want, you can cook the remaining marinade to make a sauce or just use it to brush the meat as it cooks.

So what makes a marinade? There are some basics. Equal amounts of oil, lemon juice, and soy sauce mixed together is a good start. You can add so many different things to this basic mix that the varieties are endless. Think of your favourite herbs or spices, anything from coriander, Jamaican Jerk to garlic and ginger. A spoonful of any of those will add flavours to make your mouth water. If you like your meats slightly sweet or caramelised, add a dribble of honey or golden syrup or a spoon of brown sugar.

Put the ingredients directly into a plastic food bag and squidge together.

Add your meat of choice, tie shut and put in the fridge for an hour or longer. The lemon juice (or vinegar) helps to tenderise the meat but if using soy sauce, don't add any salt. Other flavours you may like are star anise (remove before cooking to avoid cracking a tooth), lemon grass and mustard (not all together though!)

Alternately, if you don't like soy sauce, you could use oil and a wine as the base for your marinade. Maybe with some tomato puree and oregano.

Use your imagination and tastes that you know you like and you can't go far wrong. You'll soon have people lining up to come to your BBQs because they are no longer boring bangers and burgers.

Happy Grilling!

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CCW electrical services Qualified electrician All electrical work undertaken Tel 617872405 contact Clive or Wendy

Still the best magazine advertising prices in the area.

Still the same rates as when we launched 7 YEARS AGO.

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Pets In Spain is a website dedicated to the re-homing of abandoned and unwanted animals on the Costa Blanca. Whether you are looking to adopt an animal, advertise an animal or if you simply want to know more about taking care of your pet in Spain, please take a look at our site.

To view more animals for adoption go to: www.petsinspain.info If you would like to advertise an animal email: info@petsinspain.info Leo is approx 3 yrs old and needs a home where he will have another 4 legged companion as he suffers separation anxiety but when he has another dog to keep him company he is fine. He is neutered, chipped and vaccinated. Call: 616 210 850 Sheba is a delightful little is 3 year old dog, very charming, intelligent and sociable. Her owners have had to return to the UK and were unable to take Sheba. She is vaccinated and spayed and will make someone the prefect pet. Call: 645 469 253

Tyson and Tilley are about 3 months old and were found in a drain. They look like retriever type pups and are waiting to star their new life.

Please can you give them the chance they are waiting for. Call: 659 274 573 Jemma is approx 18 months old and was rescued along with her kittens a couple of weeks ago.

She had her 4 kittens in a cave and has been such a good mum but now needs a home of her own. Call: 654 628 884

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TIMETABLE & ROUTE FOR THE GRAN ALACANT TOURIST TRAIN

A Day on Tabarca (advertisement)

One of the things quite often said about Gran Alacant is that there is nothing to do other than beach, bars and restaurants.

I came across Dive Academy Santa Pola via google, rang them up and booked on a Snorkel Safari to Tabarca Marine reserve. Damon the owner lives in Gran Alacant and was happy to pick us up on route to the Dive Centre 10 minutes away in Santa Pola. We were teamed up with a mixed group of English and Dutch families and after putting on our wetsuits (mostly back to front) fins and masks (scuba divers frown on them being called flippers and goggles apparently) and headed off to the island on the taxi speedboat.

After arriving on Tabarca, Jake our ‘divemaster’ gave us a quick brief on how to put the gear on correctly, safety procedures and marine life we were likely to see. The first site we visited was called the black skull a small rock island about 100 meters from shore. Initially the water is only 1 to 2 meters deep which was great for the kids to gain confidence and the wetsuits actually helped them float. As soon as your mask breaks the surface you can see literally thousands of fish much to the kids and big kids delight. Around the back of the black skull the water is a little bit deeper and the more adventurous amongst us were ‘duck diving’ to the octopus holes Jake expertly spotted.

After a quick break we headed to another site and went in the limestone caves, I was a little apprehensive about this at first but the caves turned out to be breath taking and not at all claustrophobic. Again the marine life was spectacular and the water as clear as a swimming pool.

We headed back on the boat about 2pm with a boat load of smiley, tired kids and adults alike. It was a great day rounded of nicely with a cold drink in Marina Miramar.

Dive Academy runs Snorkel Safaris on Tues, Thurs and Saturdays.

Tel 965 414 510 or 648 463 310 www.diveacademy-santapola.com email: info@diveacademy-santapola.com

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above Silver Jubilee in the UK. Our daughter Joanne (on the right) running the torch through the wet, at Massingham in Norfolk. People ranging from 14-98 years old limberd up to help carry the 1948 Olympic torch on a 170-mile journey around the area this Jubilee bank holiday (2-5 June).

The 1948 Torch Trail, organised by the West Norfolk Sports Council to bring communities together to celebrate this momentous year, which began and ended at Lynnsport.

During the trail the torch was carried on foot and cycle by 170 people. Event organiser Paul Brandon has been delighted by the interest in the event, which has appealed to people of all ages. below Silver Jubilee Spain.

One of the many parties held out here in Spain

Silver Jubilee in Spain at the house of David Tutton

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Our magazine gets everywhere.

Now with Ann and Pat Johnson in Fakenham, Norfolk, England.

YELLOW SUBMARINE 4th Anniversary pictures by Stefan

pictures sent to us by

LOS BELGAS

pictures sent to us by

OCEAN BAR

of one of their live band nights.

PHOENIX pictures from Stefan

Dear Barry and Sandra, Your GA Advertiser has been on its European travels again.

Now it has visited The Piazza della Signoria in Florence.

Vivien is shown by the Benvenuto Cellini statue of Perseus which his been in situ since 1554 and Keith is below the copy of Michelangelo's David, which has stood there since 1873 when the 1503 original was taken to The Acadamia Gallery.

Makes you feel quite young!

Keep up the good work on your magazine.

You are both very much appreciated by your readers in Gran Alacant.

Best wishes.

Vivien & Keith Heywood.

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WHAT’S THAT? IN THE CLOT? by

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FERAL (animals) FRIENDS OF GRAN ALACANT & nearby areas There are many Vet bills/animals in need. You can help by: Sponsor an animal for an amount per month or donate, Acc.no…….2077 0338 7011 01564000

IN URGENT NEED OF ADOPTION, FOSTERING OR SPONSORSHIP !!!

LEFT:two blind kittens, now 7 months old

These cuties-lovable are from 4 to 10 weeks, 4 males and 3 females, all have good health.

Adoption best if two bro-sis, but most Important to get even if only 1 good adoption.

Please pass word always.

Adult male rescued in acute urgency, very gentle - needs a home as he can´t stay in Vet Hospital any longer.

Foster Homes & Volunteers Needed. Food and material accepted (except Generic Markets brand food).

For info contact feralfriends.ga@gmail.com 697 574 199 (except Sundays)

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Take time to log on to these local Forums, to watch everyday discussions about Gran Alacant and the surrounding areas. Join in the general discussions, or just read and learn more about the area. There are direct links from these sites to our magazine website.

Gran Alacant Social Blog And Gossip Site ….. it’s like ‘Facebook’ but a little different. Just register (free), your account is then immediately activated and you will be logged into ‘Gasbags’.

Gasbags Social Network provides you with an instant ‘Community’. Members can edit their profile, post events, news and gossip, send and receive private messages, create photo galleries and groups, invite and share with friends and a lot, lot more. LOG ON TO www.gasbags.us

Visit www.lamarinaforum.com for information, friendship and lots more - a social club in your home!

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WORDSEARCH

ROADSIGNS in Spanish & English THE HIDDEN WORDS ENGLISH & SPANISH FOR THE LOS BELGAS PRIZE IS....

--------------------------------------------------MY NAME & Tel no.

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SUDOKU

Difficulty rating: medium

To solve the puzzle each 3 x 3 box, each row and each column must contain all the numbers 1 to 9.

While the rules of this logic puzzle may be simple, there are numerous strategies to help you solve Sudoku.

For hints and information visit www.sudoku.org.uk Difficulty rating: hard

DOODLE AREA

ANSWERS ON GRAN ALACANT MAP PAGE

Difficulty rating: very hard

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A map to help you find places of interest, and the locaton of all of CARABASI BARS COMPLEX (DOWN THE HILL) *CASANOVA *PHOENIX RESTAURANT, *PHOENIX BAR *OCEAN 11 *MOLLY MALONE *YELLOW SUBMARINE *HISPANIA, *SANDHILLS *AQUARIUS *GOURMET *LOS BELGAS *SIMPLE SPANISH MORTGAGES *TOP RACING

PLAZA MAYOR

VET GA EXOTICS DARBYʼS CHIPPY EL RINCON & MONTE MAR TAVERNA TIMES SQUARE SAFFRON HOLE IN THE WALL FAB RUMOURS

PROPOSED SITE OF THE NEW CHURCH

TOP-UP DELIVERY POINT Euronics

HOMEFINDERS /SOLEIL

FOR RIDERS

SCHOOL

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EURONICS ELECTRICAL

ALLOTMENTS

COCINARTE

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GRANNET BOTTOM FLOOR OF THE GA COMMERCIAL CENTRE

PROPOSED SITE FOR A NEW HEALTH CENTRE,

BLUE AREAS SUCH AS “SPORTS CENTRE” & BROWN AREAS SUCH AS THE “SCHOOL” are reserved for Council amenities, and are NOT for housing

CHIROPODY & PHYSIOTHERAPY

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TOURIST INFORMATION

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PATAGONIA no.6 STEAK HOUSE

IMPORTANT TELEPHONE NUMBERS

Aquagest 24hr............. ..........902 250 170 Aeropuerto..............................966 919 000 Ayuntamiento-Gran Alacant. ............966 697 749 Alicante Bus Station...............965 130 700 Alicante Train Station.............902 240 202 Bomberos (Fire).....................085 Biblioteca (Library)..................966 692 773 Butano gas..............................966 672 222 Guardia Civil............................062 Guardia Civil............................965 411 290 Iberdrola................................901 202 020

Library GA............................ 966 697 110 Local Police...........................092 Local Police...........................965 411 103 Medical Health Service........966 699 081 National Police......................091 Red Cross (Cruz Roja)........965 416 936 Red Cross emergencies.....112 Rubbish collection.................966 693 955 Suma......................................965 292 000 Taxi sited at ALDI...................96 541 11 11 Telefonica..............................1004

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MORE INFO AT:- www.autocaresbaile.es

NEW TIMETABLE from 23rd June to 31st August 2012

Bus Timetables. Baile buses

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Saturdays, Sundays & Festivals

Night service on Fridays and Saturdays 6th Jult to 20th August

Santa Pola to airport from Mondays to Fridays

Saturdays, Sundays & Festivals

Train Stop, Masa Complex above SuperValu

SATURDAY & SUNDAY

SPECIALS Homemade steak pie, chips & mushy peas €6 1/2 chicken, chips & mushy peas €6 Large cod, chips & mushy peas €6

Free delivery on orders over €10.00 Eat in or take away.

Tel: 966 697 070 at the PLAZA MAYOR Complex Gran Alacant Above Super Valu

JULY opening hours Monday to Thursday 5pm till late Friday 12.30 till 1.30 am Saturday 12.30 to 2pm & 5pm to 1.30am Sunday 5pm till late.