An exciting race

RUNNERS, prepare for a fantastic summer event in Almuñecar as the famous Carrera de la Vega race returns! Celebrating its 30th anniversary, this exciting race has become a highlight of the town’s summer calendar.

The starting pistol will sound for the fun run on Wednesday, August 9 at 7pm, coinciding with the beginning of celebrations for the town’s patron saint day.

This year’s route will take runners through the heart of Vega de Río Verde, surrounded by lush chirimoya orchards. It’s a lovely course, and participants of all ages can join in. There will be different distances for various age groups, so everyone can enjoy some social sports fun.

The local councillor for Sports, Luis Aragón, and the President of Club de Atletismo Sexitano, David Jiménez invite everyone to get involved. Runners can sign up until Monday, August 7 online at: www.global­tempo.com. The registration fee is €5 for adults and €3 for children. The first 400 people to register will also receive a special commemorative t­shirt!

€1 from each registration will also go to the Spanish Association Against Cancer (AECC) in Almuñecar.

Pawsitive surprise

IN an exciting announcement on Monday, July 17, the UnderDog revealed the lucky winner of their summer vegan hamper raffle.

Simon was the lucky recipient of this edition of the raffle, which was packed full with a delightful assortment of goodies! Inside the hamper, Simon received a variety of prizes including cute kitten coasters, a €50 voucher for a delicious meal at Mimo Restaurant in Malaga, and freshly roasted coffee from the renowned Nerja Coffee Roasters.

However, the real winner was the UnderDog shelter, as they managed to raise an incredible €1,299 from the raffle. Following the triumph of their previous raffle in February, the UnderDog had aimed to beat their last total and reach their €1,100 target, which they did, comfortably! The shelter took to Facebook to share their heartfelt gratitude to all the generous donors who contributed the wonderful prizes and to everyone who bought raffle tickets. This amount will go a long way in supporting the shelter’s monthly expenses, ensuring they can provide food, shelter and vet care for the animals they care for.

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