Tapas trail

“This is a great way of getting groups of friends and families together to learn more about the great experiences on offer in Torre del Mar. This year we have more participating businesses than last and we have brought the event back to the off ­ season to give an off­ season boost.”

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Going down memory lane

THE community in Nerja has shown its dedication to supporting refugees from Russia’s war in Ukraine since the invasion began a year ago and the local council showed its support is here to stay with the announcement of new financial aid for the Red Cross on Wednesday, February 15.

Local councillor for Social Services, Daniel Rivas met with representatives from Nerja’s branch of the Red Cross to announce the latest package of aid for Ukrainian refugees who have been resettled in the area.

The package grants an additional €400 per on Wednesday, February 15. Medina expressed his support for the scheme saying, “We want to revitalise the historic centre, and make it the cultural centre of our town.” The project will reinstate the original mosaic tiled flooring of the street as part of a tourism pol­ icy to maintain tourist interest in the town and preserve its historical origins. The new tiled design consists of an intricate pattern flanked by cobblestones. Medina also highlighted other renovation projects aiming to improve the appearance of the town including the striking umbrella display in Plaza de la Constitución, reforms to the central market and restoration of the La Almedina fountain.

The updates aim to modernise Torrox’s appearance but remain in keeping with the town’s rich history.

Mosaic maintenance Refugee relief

month to the organisation per refugee and an additional €100 for child refugees living in the area.

Rivas thanked the regional government for subsidising the grants and congratulated the Red Cross on its hard work which is allowing Ukrainian refugees living in poverty to live dignified lives after being forced to flee their homeland.

To access the aid, Ukrainian refugees must meet a series of social and economic criteria which can be checked by visiting the Red Cross’ headquarters located on the ground floor of Nerja Town Hall.