The Sentinella Axarquia Magazine June 2022

The Axarquia Sentinella Edition No 214

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m Fro Ed... the A big welcome to the June editon of The Sentinella Magazine for the Axarquia area.

Another year is passing us by so quickly, but for the majority of us living here in this lovely part of Spain, June is one of the favourite months of the year. Not only is the weather glorious, but it’s when we start to enjoy the alfresco evenings, the long nights, and just as importantly, there are ferias, fiestas and festivals galore. It’s definitely my favourite month, as school also comes to an end!

Those of you with children will know the public schooling system here is not great. Children in Primary are expected to have photographic memories, as only textbook answers will receive a full point in an exam — great if your child DOES have a photographic memory, but if they don’t, that means hours of parrot-like studying. From secondary school age they are not really taught, but generally read to out of a textbook; they are then expected to go home and spend hours studying it themselves in order to be able to pass the 20 or so exams that they get every term. On top of all that, they must pass all the subjects — 10/11 of them — with a 5 and if they fail two of the three main subjects, this leaves them having to repeat the whole academic year again!

Therefore I think 70-80% of children of this age attend some form of after-school teaching — either in a private academy or classes that are given after school at the school itself.

Have you ever wondered why there are hardly any children out after about 6pm here? They are all at home studying for most of the evening and it’s even harder for those of a different nationality.

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On the plus side, there is some good news... I think! The Spanish government announced this month that there will be major changes to the schooling system for Secondary education starting in September 2022. No more learning by memorizing, but more critical thinking, it will be the teachers who decide if a child should move up a year or not, not just depend on exam grades. The grading scales will be

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Strange News changed from 1 - 10 and will go back to primary grading of insufficient, sufficient, good, very good and finally outstanding.

I have two girls, aged 13 (in 2nd ESO) and 17 in 2nd Bachillerato, and at the time of writing this we are soon to find out if Charli aged 17, has passed Bachillerato. We have everything crossed! Charli has learnt the hard way, but hopefully this new system will mean that children still in the schooling system will have a much easier and happier experience.

Although I did read that none of the teachers will be getting any training on the new methods that will be put into place, so that could potentially spell disaster!!!!

On that note..have a great month :)

Kami Knight x The Editor (of the original little mag)!

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Record age A new contender for the title of the world’s oldest living person has been discovered in north-eastern Brazil.

It is thought that Maria Gomes dos Reis could be coming up to her 122nd birthday – but her apparently remarkable age went unnoticed for decades until medics arrived to treat her.

Paramedics visited the great-great grandmother in rural Bom Jesus da Lapa after she fell ill.

The allegedly 121-year-old, who lives with her granddaughter because all of her children have died, has a birth certificate which says she was born in the village of Bela Vista – where she still lives to this day.

It adds that she was born on June 16, 1900 – six months after the end of the 1800s.

Guinness World Records currently believe the world’s oldest living person is a French woman Lucile Randon, who was born on February 11, 1904 and is 118 years old.

Slithery stowaway Ever freaked out about a spider or a fly sharing the car with you?

One man had an even more shocking encounter, when he looked in his wing mirror to see a snake wrapped around it.

James Bristow was driving along the M5 towards Staffordshire when he noticed the slithering stowaway.

His son Charlie, 25, got out his phone to start filming, and a passenger can be heard saying: ‘I don’t think I have ever seen a snake.’

They tried to find somewhere to pull over where it can get to safety, but there was nowhere to stop as it was a smart motorway.

After moving from the front bonnet and onto the wing mirror, the snake then dropped onto the road. The online video has been viewed over 25,000 times and attracted dozens of comments.

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Strange News (Continued) Jaws alert A ‘record-breaking’ rare shark has been caught by fishermen off the coast of Ireland.

Measuring over nine feet and weighing up to 500lbs, the porbeagle shark is believed to be the largest ever caught in Irish waters.

Anglers, Sid, Terry and Peter worked with a team of scientists led by Trinity College Dublin to tag and release the ‘critically’ endangered’ shark.

Almost 48 hours after she was released, the shark, nicknamed Danu, was tracked as far away as the Hebrides in Scotland.

Nick Payne, shark biologist and assistant professor at Trinity’s School of Natural

Sciences, said the discovery was a significant moment, the Irish Mirror reported.

‘It is exciting to see such huge porbeagles in Irish waters,’ the scientist said.

‘Their conservation status has been really concerning in this part of the world, with the European population considered critically endangered.’

‘There’s evidence that the Donegal coast may act as a globally important reproductive area for this species, with lots of very large female sharks appearing here for a short period in spring.’

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Two Ronnies 10 of Ronnie Corbett’s funniest Two Ronies news headlines

ship carrying purple paint. It is believed that both crews have been marooned.”

“We’ve just heard that a juggernaut of onions has shed its load all over the M1. Motorists are advised to find a hard shoulder to cry on.”

“George Trimball, Blackpool’s longest serving deckchair attendant, was better tonight after collapsing at work today. It took five people 40 minutes to work out how to get him up again.”

“West Mersey police announced tonight that they wish to interview a man wearing high heels and frilly knickers, but the Chief Constable said they must wear their normal uniforms.”

“After a series of crimes in the Glasgow area, Chief Inspector McTavish has announced that he’s looking for a man with one eye. If he doesn’t find him, he’s going to use both eyes.”

“We’ve just heard that in the English Channel, a ship carrying red paint has collided with a

“In a drive to improve standards in service and hygiene, a West End hotel today dismissed a waiter for having his thumb in the soup. They also dismissed a topless waitress for two similar offences.”

“George Thrakes, the building contractor who was jailed last year for supplying millions of pounds worth of defective building materials to the Government, escaped from Wormwood Scrubs today when the front fell off.”

“We’ll also be discussing the bread shortage, with a woman who has been throwing IOUs to the ducks.”

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Male Vs Female ...at the cash machine a new sign in the Bank reads: 'Please note that this Bank is installing new Drive-through cash machines enabling customers to withdraw cash without leaving their vehicles. Customers using this new facility are requested to use the procedures outlined below when accessing their accounts. Please follow the appropriate steps for your gender.'

Male procedure: 1. Drive up to the cash machine.

2. Lower your car window.

3. Insert card into machine and enter PIN. 4. Enter amount of cash required and withdraw.

5. Retrieve card, cash and receipt.

6. Raise window.

7. Drive off.

Female procedure: 1. Drive up to cash machine.

2. Reverse and back up the required amount to align car window with the machine.

3. Put hand brake on, put the window down.

4. Find handbag, remove all contents on to

passenger seat to locate card.

5. Tell person on mobile phone you will call them back and hang up.

6. Attempt to insert card into machine.

7. Open door to allow easier access to machine due to excessive distance from the car.

8. Insert card.

9. Re-insert card the right way.

10. Dig through handbag to find diary with your PIN written on the inside back page.

11. Enter PIN .

12. Press cancel and re-enter correct PIN. 13. Enter amount of cash required.

14. Check makeup in rear view mirror.

15. Retrieve cash and receipt.

16. Empty handbag again to locate purse and place cash and receipt inside.

18. Drive forward 2 feet.

19. Reverse back to cash machine.

20. Retrieve card.

21. Re-empty hand bag, locate card holder, and place card into the slot provided!

22. Give dirty look to irate male driver waiting behind you.

23. Restart stalled engine and pull off.

24. Redial person on mobile phone.

25. Drive for 3 miles and release hand brake.

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Smart Answers Of The Year For those smart arses out there...

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5th Place It was mealtime during a flight on a British Airways plane: 'Would you like dinner?' the stewardess asked the man seated in the front row.

'What are my choices?' the man asked.

'Yes or no,' she replied.

2nd Place The policeman got out of his car and approached the boy racer he stopped for speeding.

'I've been waiting for you all day,' the bobby said.

The kid replied, 'Yes, well I got here as fast as I could.'

When the policeman finally stopped laughing, he sent the kid on his way without a ticket.

4th Place A flight attendant was stationed at the departure gate to check tickets.

As a man approached, she extended her hand for the ticket and he opened his trench coat and flashed her.

Without blinking an eyelid she said, 'Sir, I need to see your ticket not your stub.'

3rd Place A lady was picking through the frozen turkeys at a branch of Sainsbury's but she couldn't find one big enough for her family.

She asked a passing assistant, 'Do these turkeys get any bigger?'

The assistant replied, 'I'm afraid not, madam,

1st Place A lorry driver was driving along on a country road. A sign came up that read 'Low Bridge Ahead.'

Before he realised it, the bridge was directly ahead and he got stuck under it. Cars are backed up for miles. Finally, a police car arrives. The policeman got out of his car and walked to the lorry's cab and said to the driver, 'Got stuck, eh?'

The lorry driver said, 'No, I was delivering this bridge and I ran out of petrol!'

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Annoy People How to annoy the bar staff Try these out in your local..!

Order one drink at a time, as they like to run backwards and forwards. It keeps them fit.

Never put money in their hands. They like to pick it up off the bar, especially if it’s all change in a puddle of beer.

When requiring ‘ready salted’ crisps ask for the full range of flavours before asking for ‘plain’ Always wait until they have rung your round into the till before asking for crisps, nuts, snacks, etc…

If you have been waiting at the bar for at least two minutes heckle them and tell them you have been there for half an hour – it keeps them on their toes as they have no concept of time.

When ordering a round make sure that you

don’t know what you want when you arrive at the bar. Bar staff like to stand and wait around whilst you nip back and forth and shout across the room to find out.

Never say please or thank you. The shock could lead them to have a heart attack.

Always order Guinness last. Make them wait at the bar with all your other drinks while it settles, then keep reminding them it needs topping up.

Once you have received your drinks take them back to your table and stay for a long chat before going back to pay the bill. They’ll still be waiting. They’re not going anywhere and they really appreciate the rest.

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Population - 94,000 Languages - English, French Located - Indian Ocean Capital -Victoria Currency - Seychelles rupee Religion - Christianity Main Exports - Fish, petroleum Literacy Rate - 95.9% Life Expectancy - 73 years G.D.P. Per Capita - 11,425.09 USD Total Area - 455 sq km National Sport - Football Interesting Facts... After an ominous, post-independence start in 1976, which

included a coup, an invasion by mercenaries, an abortive army mutiny and several coup attempts, the Seychelles have recently attained stability and prosperity.

The Seychelles was uninhabited until around 1770 when French settlers began to arrive with their African slaves. Before that, pirates had used the islands as bases and stopover points. Today, Seychellois are referred to as having a ‘melting pot’ of cultures, ranging from all over the world particularly Europe, Africa, and India.

The Seychelles is comprised of 73 coral islands and 42 inner islands, including Mahé and Praslin, which are formed by granite, the only granite islands in the world!

Some of the rarest species of birds can be found in Seychelles, including the bare-legged Scops Owl or Syer. This specific owl is so rare it was once thought to have become extinct, but was rediscovered in 1959.

Almost half of the limited landmass in the country is occupied by national parks and reserves.

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Out And About In Torrox Rebeccah Curtis Beauty & Wellness Centre including Hairdressing and now incorporating Nails and Beauty by Suzi Jackson. Urb. Laguna Beach, Centro Commercial B, No. 16 Torrox Costa. Open Tuesday - Saturday 10am - 6pm. Tel: 952 53 01 22 & 651 956 284 Raza Hotel have excellent facilities for your Dog, Cat or Rabbit, the perfect Hotel for your pets while you are away. In the countryside your dogs can enjoy secure outdoor play areas with toys provided & kennels with indoor sleeping area & outside run. For Cats, large catteries with cosy beds, toys & activities to keep them occupied. The Raza Hotel also offer a safe place to leave your Rabbit or Parrot as well as providing dog grooming services. Open 10am-7pm, 7 days a week. If you would like to visit, Paco & Antonio would be happy to show you the facilities. For more info call: 952 52 5417, 646 75 24 63, or email: info@razahotel.com or visit www.razahotel.com

For more information call us on: Paco & Antonia 952 535 417 :: 646 75 24 63 Or email us at: info@razahotel.com Or visit our website at: www.razahotel.com

A great Nepali and Indian Restaurant in Torrox Costa, Buddha House. A modern restaurant with classic dishes and Buddha House specials. Open 12.30 - 23.30 continuous with no break. Closed Monday.

Ctra. El Penoncillo 11, Torrox Costa.

See FB page Buddha479

Shop Local Support Your Local Community If you have a business in Torrox that you would like to advertise to our readers, call to reserve your space. Tel: 664 210 468

C Modern Nepali & Indian restaurant with classic dishes and Buddha House specialities Air Conditioned Ctra El Peñoncillo 11, Torrox Costa (Easy Parking in front) Open 12:30 - 23:30 (Continuous, no break) Closed Mondays 10% discount on takeaways Deliveries also available Tel: 952 53 09 21 or 612 473 023 Email: buddhahouse479@gmail.com Buddha479

BEAUTY AND WELLNESS CENTRE & HAIRDRESSING Open Tues - Sat 10am - 6pm Tel: 952 530 122 / 651 956 284 Rebeccah Curtis Beauty and Wellness Urb. Laguna Beach, Centro Comercial B, o N .16 TORROX COSTA

Torrox Costa

NAILS & BEAUTY

BY SUZI JACKSON 952 530 122 / 711 047 122 within Rebeccah Curtis Beauty and Wellness

Open Tues - Sat 10am - 6pm Rebeccah Curtis Beauty and Wellness

Urb. Laguna Beach, Centro Comercial B, No.16 TORROX COSTA

Dr. Carlos Castillo GP and Paediatrician

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Dr. Lucia Acosta Chileme English speaking Dentist Jose Antonio Gonzalez Maxillofacial Surgeon

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Cardiologist (Dr. Daniel Gaitán) Urologist (Dr. Eric Schulten) Dermatologist (Dr. Joaquin Mut) Physiotherapy / Osteopathy

We Speak English, German & French Centro Internacional, Blq. 86, TORROX COSTA

Tel: 952 53 09 08 Please call for more information or send an e-mail: info@clinicaeuropa.eu Visit our website: www.clinicaeuropa.eu

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Catfish have well over 27,000 taste receptors.

It’s thought it’ll take you up to seven minutes to fall asleep, on average.

Snails can sleep for 3 years

Crocodiles cannot stick their tongue out.

Doctor’s appauling handwriting is responsible for killing around 7,000 people per year!

A frigate bird can sleep while it flies.

Cats cannot taste sweetness.

You can’t breathe and swallow at the same time. Bet you just tried it!

In 1924 a Ford car cost $265.00.

The first speeding ticket was issued in 1902.

If you put your finger in your ear and scratch, it sounds just like Pac-Man. You didn’t try that one too.. did you?!

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Spanish Intensive Courses Trilingo Idiomas is offering Spanish Intensive courses for foreign speakers.

Courses available are from beginner level A1, A2 and intermediate B1. To assess level - we offer a free no obligation level test to ensure learners subscribe to the best course suited to their needs. Priced at just €180 for a 20 hour course, during which many examples are provided for students to takeaway, study and continue to build upon and hopefully, put to use. Also, an excursion is included in the course which allows you to have an interesting albeit quick, historical tour of Vélez-Málaga with a visit to either a museum or another place of interest leaving you wanting more!

Our native Spanish teachers have been described as being highly professional, helpful, warm and friendly, who execute the classes with passion and enthusiasm, you only need to check out our Facebook page to view the glowing comments regarding our previous Spanish intensive courses.

Each course is structured for a maximum of 6

people so as to give students a personal feel which gives the teacher the ability to provide an intimate and individual teaching experience to learners.

BOOK YOUR FREE LEVEL TEST TODAY! SPECIFIC NEED PRIVATE CLASSES For the past three years we have been providing specific Spanish classes to expats.

These classes are adapted to suit each individual or couples needs. For example: One particular student has spent about 18 months with us. She started as a complete beginner and has now moved onto A2 level.

Another couple attended classes together for around 8 months, attained their required level and felt confident enough to use what they had learnt in their everyday lives here in Axarquia. These classes can be purchased by the hour or in packages of 10 and 20 hours.

For any enquiries or further information please contact Donna or Mark on 951 768 175 or 679 792 329 See main advert below

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Axarquia Animal Rescue Needs Your Help Founded in 2011, registered charity, Axarquia Animal Rescue (AAR) is a small group of volunteers dedicated to taking care of, and rehoming, abandoned and abused animals in the Axarquia area.

With no physical premises they rely 80% on foster families and 20% on private kennels to give them time to seek a new forever home.

They have a great team of volunteers on hand to help in anyway they can.

They need your help to become a pet foster parent

join the foster team, they will match you with a suitable pet to foster. If you work or have a full social life and cannot care for young puppies, they will only have you foster adults.

The AAR team will put you in touch with other foster parents and they will always be just a phone call away.

The AAR will pay the costs of all veterinary care and the equipment you need, plus they can also pay for food if you wish. If you are going on holiday they will find a temporary foster carer whilst you are away.

I can’t foster but would like to help:

What’s involved: You would care for a homeless pet as if he was your own until he is adopted. You would provide as much information as you can about the pet’s personality, likes and dislikes making it easier for the AAR team to match the pet with the right forever home, increasing the chance of success. The most important job of a pet foster parent is you save lives!

Once you are a Foster Parent: When you

You can help by sponsoring or donating.

Their day-to-day animal expenses quickly mount up. You can choose to sponsor a specific animal, or cover general costs.

For more information on sponsoring or donating, or to see some of the animals that are in need of a foster parent, see main advert on page 68 Your help gives a needy animal a new life!

Tamara Haliwell

CBT HYPNOTHERAPY COUNSELLING

PHOBIAS * ADDICTIONS ANXIETY * DEPRESSION COUPLES THERAPY CMA ACCREDITED 657 424 933 axarqangels@hotmail.com

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Any size, colour or design for home, gardens and businesses.

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www.andalucia4you.net Calle Pintor Cipriano Maldonado 7A TORRE DEL MAR Tel: 952 547 554 / 680 210 414

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Email: contact@andalucia4you.net Tel: +34 952 72 08 32 634 35 70 26 Avda. Andalucía 125 Caleta de Vélez

Your specialists on the Axarquia Coast

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Country and Village Houses For Sale

Cómpeta

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Estate Agents!

THIS SPACE FOR JUST 180 euros for the year!!

Call: 664 210 468

Office/Home: +34 952 55 77 33 Mobile: +34 606 010 580 unspoiltandalusia@gmail.com www.unspoiltandalusia.com

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Random Joke :) Justice has been served!

There's been some scumbag called Carl going round breaking in to people's houses near me for months, but the police can't catch him.

The weirdest thing about it all is, he was breaking into people's houses and ruining their washing machines by putting bricks in to them and turning them on while helping himself to whatever he wanted!!!!!

Really weird if you ask me...

Anyway, just read that he was found dead in an alley because of a drug overdose..

It's never nice hearing of someones death, but on the bright side, washing machines live longer with Carl gone.

PLEASE DONATE IF YOU CAN - THANK YOU * FOOD * TOILETRIES * SUMMER CLOTHES * TOYS If you have any items to donate please contact one of our volunteers: 699 498 194 - Elena / 610 447 527 - Michelle 650 976 183 - Henny

Find us at the NEW Conviven Centre Urb. El Olivarejo 18, 29712 Vinuela Monday - Friday 10am - 1pm

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Specialist Financial Advice To Expatriates Across Spain Our expertise covers Retirement and Pension Planning including QROPS, Life Assurance, Efficient Investing (using Insurance wrappers), Succession and Inheritance Tax Planning, Currency Exchange and much more.

In today’s world of finance one thing is clear, we all have to pay attention to and take great care of our own finances. Spectrum advisers are here to help you, our clients, with the many complex financial and tax issues you are confronted with: retirement and pension planning including QROPS, Life Assurance, efficient investing (using Insurance wrappers), succession and inheritance tax planning, currency exchange and many more. As for most expatriates, these planning issues may exist in more than one country, and we believe

working with experienced, qualified, cross border advisers who are themselves expatriates, and therefore facing similar challenges, is really important.

At Spectrum we believe clients should not leave their finances entirely in the hands of a third party, a banker, an investment manager or an adviser. We want our clients to stay involved and work with us to ensure they continue to prosper. We put an emphasis on continued financial advice and support with some of our clients having worked with their adviser for more than 15 years.

Our commitment to long term business relationships allows us to provide advice and reassurance during the inevitable changes in tax rules, movements in exchange rates and markets.

Contact Antony Poole on 639 418 017 See main advert on page 18

Plumbing

By Chris Repairs - Replacements - Reforms

wTOILETS LEAKING? wGrab Rails wDRIPPING TAPS? wFamily Doctor

wGynaecology

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wNutritionist

wTraumatology

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wCovid Testing

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Torrox Costa - Carretera de Almeria, 30 Tel: 951 430 879 / 651 068 833 --------Nerja - Plaza Rambla del Río Chillar, 7, Tel: 952 540 000 / 628 313 089

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wBlocked Wastes wSHOWER PROBLEMS? wWater Filters wReplaced/installed wHOT WATER PROBLEMS? wBathroom Ventilation - Solar Powered

Prevent Mould & Damp Free

ESTABLISHED IN 1982 Call Chris on: 674 617 379 NO CALL OUT FEE!

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Ice Lime wheel for garnish Queen Elizabeth 1½ ounces London dry gin ½ ounce dry vermouth 1 teaspoon Benedictine Ice Twist of orange or orange peel for garnish Queen Mum 1 ounce dry gin 2 ounces Dubonnet Ice Lemon slice Maraschino cherry

Quaalude 1 ounce vodka 1 ounce coffee liqueur 1 ounce hazelnut liqueur Splash of heavy cream Ice Quagmire ½ ounce Canadian whisky ½ ounce Irish cream liqueur 1½ ounces coffee-flavoured liqueur 2 ounces chocolate milk Ice Quarter Deck ½ ounce cream Sherry 1½ ounces rum ½ ounce lime juice

Quagmire Cocktail

The Care Company Breakfasts, Lunches, Homemade Desserts Extensive menu Veggie and Vegan options Josh creates the healthiest, tastiest of breakfasts & lunches! Why not enjoy homemade pie & chips!

Simply the Best Full English!

Tel: 640 569 988 Avda. Andalucia, 34, Torre del Mar (opposite old Police Station)

Private Care Team www.privatecareteam.com David 657 969 710 Teresa 635 437 998 Our nursing team provide all levels of care for people in their own homes.

From care staff to nurses and private doctors.

Our services include: wLight household chores and duties wAssisting with social activities wCooking / Nutrition wAdministration inc. bills, appointments wMedication wHealth & Hygiene wPost op care wPalliative care Our team are fully insured and hold care qualifications and have clean police checks

Call us for a free assessment

Sales I Rentals I Management Property Listing Advantage with BHS Did you know that when you list your property For Sale with us, it is automatically listed For Sale, FREE OF CHARGE! with over 1,000 other estate agents Just think how many more enquiries that can lead to!

Comares

For Sale

S4-341

Large 4 Bed 2 Bath House (220m² built, 6,000m² plot), in a hamlet 5 minute drive from Comares, great access & 2 bars nearby. Accommodation: living room, kitchen/diner, 4 very large double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, large basement/garage of 140m² and 6 metres high. Plot is urban and fenced with enclosed driveway

Sales Price: 240,000¤ (NEW!)

Chilches Costa

For Sale

S4-340

Beautiful 4 Bed 3 Bath Townhouse a step away from the

beach. Accommodation: lounge/dining room with fireplace, f/f renovated kitchen, 4 beds, 3 baths, 2nd living room (or bedroom), storage room, workshop, huge garage, terraces & magnificent solarium

Sales Price: 295,000¤ (NEW!)

Calle Pintor Cipriano Maldonado 7A, (opp osite bus st ation) TOR R E DEL M A R - Tel: 952 547 554 or 680 210 414

Email: info@bu yaho mespain.co m

Almáchar

Sales I Rentals I Management For Sale S3-722

Unique 3 Bed 2 Bath Townhouse (190m² built), located in the heart of Almáchar, close to all amenities. Accommodation is distributed on two floors. It offers a fully equipped kitchen, a lounge, a dining room, 3 large bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and a very spacious roof terrace with beautiful views of the mountains

Sales Price: 98,000¤ (NEW!) Benamargosa

For Sale

S2-417

2 Bed 2 Bath House (75m² built), in the centre of the village, near all amenities. The accommodation comprises living room/dining room, fitted kitchen and a lovely courtyard downstairs and upstairs there are 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, one being en­suite. There is a roof terrace with spectacular views

Sales Price: 115,000¤ (NEW!) Benajarafe

For Rent

R4-158

Lovely 4 Bed 3 Bath Townhouse (120m² built), a step away from the beach. The property is on 2 floors with large living room with fireplace, fully fitted modern kitchen, bathroom and upstairs are 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, one being en­suite. There are front and back terraces. Community pool

Rental Price: 850¤ per month

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VINYL SOLUTIONS Why replace when you can renovate?

Modern adhesive vinyl coverings in hundreds of colours and designs can renovate a tired kitchen, bathroom, wall panels, bedroom wardrobes or fridge doors.

Turn a tired looking wood designed kitchen into a modern solid colour or metallic look without painting or replacing.

Work carried out on-site with 10 year warranties.

Contact Ian

644 546 176

ian@solarshadetinting.com

List your property with us today!! Let us help you find people who can make your property their home

Torrox Ref: V-211 Independent villa with stunning

Vélez Málaga

Ref: V-212

views of the sea distributed over two floors. Ground floor: living room, fitted kitchen, bathroom & a solarium. Upstairs: 2 bedrooms and a bathroom. Air conditioning

Completely renovated Penthouse fully equipped kitchen, hall, large living room, 3 bedrooms. a bathroom and a large terrace.

Situated with various orientations so it is sunny and bright.

Price: 305,000€

Price: 192,500€

Torrox Costa

Ref: V-220

Apartment divided into a living room, kitchen, terrace, patio, a bedroom and a bathroom with shower. The house is in perfect condition. The price includes a parking space

Price: 135,000€

Urb. Pueblo Nuevo Bloque Mar de Plata 18, Algarrobo Costa Call: 611 492 547 / 623 470 600 info@viewscostadelsol.com www.viewscostadelsol.com

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Plumbing and Tiling Axarquia Slightly less able to climb in and out the bath?

Why not remove the bath and install a luxury shower?

Folding shower seats - Anti-slip trays - Walk-in showers

30 years of 1st Class Installations Call / Whats-app / Text Chris on: 674 617 379 E-Mail: plumbingandtilingaxarquia@gmail.com

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& t i Fru Factscots Veg Apri The apricot, which was cultivated in China and Central Asia as early as 2000 B.C., migrated with the country's traders, who travelled the Great Silk Road.

Apricots are a great source of vitamin A, which aids in improving eye health.

Apricots are a member of the rose family.

They are used as aphrodisiacs in Europe.

Refrigerating apricots will dramatically impair their ripening process. Leave them out at room temperature until they are ripe, then refrigerate them.

Apricots also taste delicious as jams too.

There are only 17 calories in an apricot fruit, hence it is ideal for dieters.

Apricot trees will generally produce fruit for 20-25 years.

For Free specialist days in June Please call for details

Apricots can also be eaten as dried fruit.

ROBERTO BRINGS IT!

Man & Van

Deliveries & Transport Speaks English, German, Dutch & French Call: +34 633 303 560 robertobringsit@gmail.com www.robertobringsit.com

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Director: Michael Engler Producer: Gareth Neame, Julian Fellowes, Liz Trubridge Writer: Julian Fellowes Stars: Hugh Bonneville, Dame Maggie Smith, Laura Carmichael, Jim Carter, Raquel Cassidy, Brendan Coyle, Michelle Dockery, Phyllis Logan, Imelda Staunton Rating: PG Runtime: 2h 2m Four years on from the final episode on TV, the beloved Crawleys and their intrepid staff prepare for the most important moment of

their lives. A royal visit from the king and queen of England soon unleashes scandal, romance and intrigue -- leaving the future of Downton hanging in the balance.

This impending brush with royalty causes no end of chaos among the Downton residents, with the upstairs nobility worrying about cost, and the downstairs staff being pushed out by the Monarch’s own servants.

We get to see characters such as The Countess Dowager (Maggie Smith) in all her witty glory as she renews hostilities with a distant cousin (Imelda Staunton, perfectly cast for this prim and proper world); or returning footman Molesly (Kevin Doyle) getting in his own way, the staunch Royalist’s enthusiasm overwhelming him.

Star Rating ****/*****

Vetiver Spain Halting Erosion Using Vetiver Our Nursery is open by appointment only.

We have Vetiver, Moringa seedlings, Lemon Grass & Organic Moringa powder.

This month we have a Lemon Grass Special Lemon Grass is a beautiful and useful plant. It is used in cooking and is great in a kitchen herb garden. Lemon and Vetiver grasses are both from the same family as Citronella and they are all natural insecticides.

Lemon Grass link: https://www.vetiverspain.org/lemon-grass.html Vetiver is a rapid growing, sterile and non-invasive clump grass with a height of 1-2 metres and a root system of 3-4 metres in depth.

We have been providing Vetiver throughout the EU for almost 10 years. We are located in Sayalonga where we can plant year round but our best results are in the early Spring and Summer.

Vetiver is indigenous to India and loves the heat of the summer. Use Vetiver cuttings as mulch around all of your fruit trees. Decomposing Vetiver improves soil quality, keeps the weeds down and the insects away all while helping to maintain soil moisture.

Vetiver has been shown to increase crop production with your fruit trees.

Vetiver is a nutritious and replenishable animal fodder. Horses and pigs love it. We use it in our chicken pens replacing hay because it stops mites.

We also use Vetiver along driveways and sidewalks. It also makes a beautiful and ornamental hedge.

Link to a short video showing the results. https://youtu.be/rjTmb_LL2uo We suggest planting now, as this is one of the BEST times of the year to plant.

Images of Vetiver link. https://www.vetiverspain.org/photo-gallery.html

For more information please contact us by calling or visiting our nursery or visit our website: Retails sales site: www.vetiverspain.com DATA storage site: www.vetiverspain.org Email: info@vetiverspain.com Telephone & WhatsApp: (34) 692 288 657

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Man Riddles What men say and what they really mean…

I can't hear the game over the vacuum cleaner.

It's a guy thing. - Really means....

There is no rational thought pattern connected with it, and you have no chance at all of making it logical.

That's interesting, dear. Really means...

Are you still talking?

Can I help with dinner? - Really means...

Why isn't it already on the table?

Uh huh, sure, honey, or yes, dear. - Really means...

Absolutely nothing. It's a conditioned response.

It would take too long to explain. - Really means...

I have no idea how it works.

We're going to be late. - Really means...

Now I have a legitimate excuse to drive like a maniac.

Take a break, honey, you're working too hard. - Really means...

It's a really good movie. - Really means...

It's got guns, knives, fast cars, and beautiful women.

That's women's work. - Really means...

It's difficult, dirty, and thankless.

You know how bad my memory is. - Really means...

I remember the theme song to 'F Troop', the address of the first girl I ever kissed and the Vehicle Identification Numbers of every car I've ever owned, but I forgot your birthday.

I was just thinking about you, and got you these roses. - Really means...

The girl selling them on the corner was a real babe.

Do you need an Architect?

I'm here to help you - Javier Gámez

English, Spanish & French speaking local architect with over 22 years experience in the Axarquia and on the Costa del Sol. We prepare projects, legalisations, surveys, certificates, DAFO and other services.

Free consultations / Excellent Prices / Reliable

Call/Whatsapp me on +34 653 90 11 44

Email: jgmarq@hotmail.com

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Faceless

Persianas / Shutters Repairs - Replacements

wSLATS DAMAGED? wBROKEN CORDS? wMOTOR PROBLEMS? wSHUTTERS NOT OPENING OR CLOSING?

Established 1982

Call Chris on: 674 617 379 NO CALL OUT FEE!

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Drinking We all like to sink a few now and again but when we do all kind of unlikely events occur, as these famous peeps all found out…

“Drinking provides a beautiful excuse to pursue the one activity that truly gives me pleasure, hooking up with fat hairy girls.”

Timothy Walsh “A woman drove me to drink and I didn't even have the decency to thank her.”

Anonymous “I would kill everyone in this room for a drop of sweet beer.”

Homer Simpson

we go to heaven. Sooooo, let's all get drunk, and go to heaven...”

Brian O'Rourke “You can't be a real country unless you have a beer and an airline... it helps if you have some kind of a football team, or some nuclear weapons, but at the very least you need a beer.”

Frank Zappa “Always remember that I have taken more out of alcohol than alcohol has taken out of me.”

Winston Churchill

“24 hours in a day, 24 beers in a case.

Coincidence?”

Stephen Wright

“Without question, the greatest invention in the history of mankind is beer. Oh, I grant you that the wheel was also a fine invention, but the wheel does not go nearly as well with pizza.”

Dave Barry

“When we drink, we get drunk. When we get drunk, we fall asleep. When we fall asleep, we commit no sin. When we commit no sin,

“The problem with the world is that everyone is a few drinks behind.”

Humphrey Bogart

TRAPICHE MARKET Every Tuesday 9.30am - 1pm

Come and enjoy a relaxing morning at the Los Jardines del Trapiche, THE nicest market venue on the Costa.

We are looking for QUALITY USED (PLEASE NO TAT) items like China, Plates, Toys, Electrical Items in good condition, Children's, Baby‛s items, Unwanted Gifts. Bring your unwanted or not used items that are too good to throw away to Trapiche.

Call me on 627 877 164 if you are interested in a place

Take the A-272 turning onto the Vélez-Málaga road A-356. Turn off at El Cruce restaurant towards Benamargosa. Over the roundabout and we are on the left just before the private airfield

Call Anita on: 627 877 164

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Q & A With Sandra Wrightson ... partner at De Cotta Law. Barrister & Abogada How long have you been working with De Cotta Law? For over 20 years. We came to live in Spain in 1987 and I studied for my Law Degree with London University by distance learning.

Working remotely, I expect it would be called today! We then spent a year in England so that I could complete the Bar Exam and I came back to Spain to work with John De Cotta, one of the founding partners of our firm.

What areas of law do you work in?

I specialise in Conflict of Laws which can involve many areas of Civil Law. Having worked in Spain for many years, I can provide initial advice to clients and then work with my specialist colleagues in Family Law, Wills and Inheritances. Recently I have been doing more Insolvency and Company work which can be very interesting, especially when dealing with two very different legal concepts between Spain and England.

Is the firm currently busy with Conveyancing?

Yes, we have the advantage of Dutch, Swedish, French and Italian speakers so we have a very wide range of international clients. Many Northern Europeans are now wanting to live and work remotely in southern Spain which is keeping my colleagues very busy. Francisco Martin, head of our Nerja office, offers an initial free consultation to those buying and selling property in Spain.

After Brexit, have you seen a change in the type of enquiries you are getting?

Yes definitely. In particular regarding Visas and taxation. We have a specialist Spanish

lawyer who works closely with Sam Baker, an English solicitor, to ensure we can respond to the many questions about Non-Lucrative visas and Golden visas. Sam is also qualified to advise on taxation issues arising where people have assets in the UK and Spain working with our Head of Tax, Paula Gómez Más.

I would like to add that I really enjoy my work, particularly when explaining sometimes complex legal issues to clients who need advice.

For a consultation at our Nerja office, please send an email to nerja@decottalaw.net or call 952 527 014 to make an appointment See main advert below

Businesses Chatelin ortopedia & pedicurist practice They are a company with over 30 years experience in the orthopedic sector. Linda is a qualified pedicurist and Henry is a certified prothesis and orthesis maker, for all your inlays and sport inlays, corset-knee, ankle and wrist supports, wheelchairs, walking aids, beds, rehabilitation articles etc...open Monday - Thursday 10am 2pm and 3pm - 6pm. call: 695 481 082 or 658 773 857

Starcar in Nerja for all your car repair needs: bodywork painting, service, pre I.T.V. check, air-conditioning, tyres, brakes, clutch etc. Also car transfers. Find them at Avda Alcalde Antonio Villasclaras just up from the BP garage as you are leaving Nerja on the right hand side and they are below the gym. Call Jonathan who speaks English on 637 801 325 Dentadanés Dental Clinic offer top-quality Scandinavian dental care at competitive prices, a successful concept that has been used since the clinic was established in Maro (Nerja) in 1991.

We have two dentists, (one Danish female, one English male) ready to solve all your dental problems. Please visit our website at www.dentadanes.com for a full list of treatments & prices as well as directions to and pictures of the clinic. Open Monday to Friday 10am - 5pm including all summer months. We speak English, Danish/Scandinavian, German and Spanish.

Tel: 952 52 96 66. wHoliday & Winter Rentals wEnglish, French and Spanish Speaking w1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments & Villas wBooking via WhatsApp, Facebook or Website Visit our website: www.nerjabeachholidays.com to view our range of properties and enjoy our Virtual Tour Contact Karine: +34 644 793 168 Email: admin@nerjabeachholidays.com

CHATELIN ORTOPEDIA & FULLY QUALIFIED PEDICURIST wCorsets & knee, ankle and wrist supports

High Level Pedicurist

General care and advice wFor all inlays (inc. Sports) for gorgeous feet, because we care about your feet as much as you do! wWheelchairs, walking aids & beds MORE than just a pedicure, wRehabilitaion articles, etc. look good, FEEL GREAT!!

Opening Hours: Monday - Thursday 10am - 2pm / 3pm - 6pm Calle la Cruz, 60 Nerja Tel: 695 481 082 or 658 773 857 Email: henrychatelin@hotmail.com

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Do you need some expert advice in Holiday Accommodation? Nerja Beach Holidays are waiting to do just this! Visit their properties directly via their Virtual tour on www.nerjabeachholidays.com. They offer all kinds of holiday and winter rentals. They speak English, French and Spanish to help you along the way. They have an extensive range of 1 to 3 bed apartments and villas. Booking can be made via Whatsapp, FB, Website, Email or phone.

Nerja Beach Holidays have it all covered! Contact Karine +34 644 793 168 / admin@nerjabeachholidays.com Erica is now settled in her role working alongside Walli Ron hair salon in Nerja. You can make an appoinment at Calle Almirante Ferrándiz 10 (Cristo) Nerja. (Down the passage in front of the Coviran Supermarket - the Post Office street. Call: 952 523 966 La llave de oro, Calle Granada 88, Nerja, 952 524 651. Locksmith 24hrs emergency service, 606 939 929, opening & repairing safes, armoured doors, authorised technical service, key cutting, supplier for quality padlocks, safes & other security products.

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Stylists Calle Cristo 10, NERJA (Post office street) (down side in front of Coviran Supermarket) Tel: 952 523 966 - Mob: 610 876 127

LOCKSMITH Home Service covering all Axarquia Calle Granada, 88 NERJA Tel: 952 52 4651

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WE NEED YOU Voluntary Caseworkers and Foster Carers Everyday we have requests to help or re-home abandoned animals, ranging from just born who have to be bottle fed, who have been discarded in bins or countryside, to older dogs, sometimes when owners have passed away.

In order to take on more animals, we desprately need more foster carers and caseworkers, without these we could not carry on.

We can offer complete support for foster carers with equipment, medication, food, vet treatment and a caseworker will be on hand to help with any queries and will make all arrangements for the things required right through to the adoption. It does not financially cost the foster carer anything, just their time and devotion.

It is such a rewarding experience to see a pup that has been abandoned hours old with cord still on thrive to become a beautiful dog.

As a caseworker you would be assigned an animal and be supported by a mentor throughout the process until you were comfortable to ´go solo´. The work can be done online and you do not have to live in Spain.

Please consider becoming a foster Carer or Case Worker for AAR so we can help more animals and give them a chance of a life they deserve. Email axarquia-rescue@hotmail.com for further information.

Below are pictures of some of the dogs we have

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Silent tribute ITV’s This Morning host Rochelle Humes awarded Rose Ayling-Ellis with her BAFTA last month in the most heartwarming way — by learning how to announce the winner in sign language.

Rochelle handed out the trophy for the ‘must-see moment’, which went to Strictly Come Dancing winners Rose and her pro partner Giovanni Pernice.

Rose was the first deaf contestant in Strictly history and lifted the glitterball last year. Now she has another award to add to her shelf.

While Clara read out that Rose had won, Rochelle signed out: ‘The winner is Strictly Come Dancing,’ while looking directly at Rose and the Strictly gang, wearing a smile on her face.

The award specifically honoured Rose and Giovanni’s silent dance, which they performed as their couple’s choice routine twice last series.

When accepting her award – which was the only one voted for by the public – 27-year-old Rose said: ‘It is a very special moment for us because hopefully, it showed how powerful TV can be, where it has actually introduced changes.

‘It has even helped the BSL (British Sign Language) law be passed recently.’

She added: ‘It made people stand up more for sign language and just better deaf awareness and positiveness towards people. We have still got a long way to go but it is such a great start.’

The actress, who has been deaf since birth, has actively campaigned for BSL to be recognised as an official language and be given legal status in the UK.

No to Jezza Jeremy Clarkson has faced yet another blow to his plans for an extension on his Diddly Squat Farm Shop where he films his Amazon Prime Video show Clarkson's Farm.

The former Top Gear presenter has had his latest plan to extend his shop's car park from ten to 70 spaces refused by councillors on the grounds that it would be 'visually intrusive and have a harmful impact' on the surrounding countryside.

Clarkson, 62, was met with approximately 30 objection comments from nearby neighbours who were concerned that the extension could lead to traffic chaos around the Oxford village of Chadlington.

The setback for Clarkson is the second application he has had refused by the council this year — he had also planned on converting his lambing shed into a café with car park spaces but this was also rejected.

Phone a friend?

Former Who Wants To Be A Millionaire host Chris Tarrant recently said that despite quitting the show eight years ago, certain aspects of the programme still haunt him to this day.

The 75-year-old stepped down as host in 2014, but fans still won't let him forget his time on the show, the Daily Star reports.

The dad-of-four said he hears the show's slogans every day, including from people in the streets shouting at him "Hello, CT. Do you want to phone a friend?" or saying "Go 50:50".

On one occasion, while at the pub, the landlord even poured Chris' drink down the sink and told him: "We don't want to give you that!"

The quiz show king and former Tiswas presenter said he takes the jibes as a compliment, as it shows people still think of his time fronting the popular series.

Quality Kitchens

Monday - Friday 9am - 7.30pm C/Los Prados, 4 TORRE DEL MAR Tel: 952 541 89 605 932 060

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Caught Short If she hasn’t.....

She soon will be!!

JUNE’S OFFERS!

Hammock was 380€ now 290€

Single was 470€ now 290€

Double was 660€ now 490€

Beautiful swings for the pool, terrace and garden, with stand or for hanging. 100% satisfied customers. Wood from northern Europe. Factory from central Europe. Available in Spain.

Cushions in red, cream and olefino. Personal collection in Sayalonga or delivery and assembly at your home.

Tel: 681 367 958 ricardo@muebdepolonia.es www.muebdepolonia.es Avda. de Competa 3, Sayalonga (next to Pharmacy)

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Alcalá Transport

Providing Man & Van service to and from the UK twice a month (two vans) wReferences available wCommercial & private work wFull & part loads wNo obligation quotes w10 years working in Spain wFully insured, Spanish registered company

Pet Transport We will carry your beloved pet safely and securely to your chosen destination Call us on: +44 7936 886 822 Call Colin on 608 085 700 or 0044 7936 886 822 Email: alcalamav@gmail.com

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Items For Sale / Wanted I WILL COLLECT FREE of charge all your used clothing, bric-a-brac, pots and pans, books, toys, CD´s garden pots, tools, pieces of furniture or anything else you are throwing out whilst you are cleaning.

Call me on 625 319 323 Jacqui JOKE BOOK Oh My Good Gawld 2 Yours truly has put together the 2nd joke book containing 84 pages of solid jokes & funnies. No pictures, no spaces, just pure unadulterated laughter. 5€ Call: 664 689 138 NEW MEMBERS WANTED - EL CAPITAN TENNIS CLUB Torre Del Mar. Open to new members. For information Ring 623192294

Advertise Your Items For Sale 3 euros per listing text only 10 euros for items over 1,000 euros

FAR FROM THE MADDENING CROWD For sale 8,000sqm of rural tranquility with living accommodation consisting of large 1 bed caravan, separate bathroom, covered terrace, additional flat terrace ideal for yurt/glamping opportunity. Mains water, solar power, fantastic views. 5 mins Lake Vinuela / local village. 47,000€ All paperwork correct Call: 660 123 349 for further info/photos

Extendable Heavy IKEA Dining Table With 6 Chairs 160€ 220cm long / 100cm width / 75cm high. Extendable part 100cm wide x 18.50cm long. Total length when extended 238.5cm. Call 664 210 468

OUR BILINGUAL TEAM ARE HERE TO HELP YOU Opening hours: Monday - Thursday 09.00 to 13.30 Friday by appointment only - please call

Air Conditioning Refridgeration HEATING - COOLING - SOLAR HEAT PUMPS - SALES SERVICE - MAINTENANCE Constant climates using the latest inverter technology Covering all the Axarquia region

City & Guilds qualified engineers with over 30 years experience Tel: 951 552 161 Mobile: 663 728 798 cooltecservices@hotmail.es www.cooltecservices.com cooltec air conditioning services-nerja

HOUSE ELECTRICAL ALTERATIONS, INSTALLATIONS & FAULT FINDING Contact Stuart on: +34 711 032 007

Broomfield Cleaning Services Housework and holiday changeovers. Cleaning materials included.

Puente don Manuel & surrounding areas

Call Valerie: 641 212 765

DENTIST Dr Bakri *Dental Cosmetics *Implants Crowns & Bridges Algarrobo Costa Tel: 952 55 05 21

Torrox Costa Tel: 952 53 20 12

Emergencies: 678 974 892

FOR ALL YOUR BUILDING REQUIREMENTS Reforms, Terracing, Bathrooms, Kitchens, Electrical works, Plastering & Damp Proofing.

Free no obligation quotes. Very competitive prices.

Visit our website for more information and testimonials from previous customers.

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English Dental Technician 30 years experience Fully Qualified Denture Repairs Adjustments / Duplications Based in Torrox Pueblo We can visit if needed Call Graham for confidential advice on any denture problem on: 952 539 219 / 633 157 891

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Tourism Invasion With the weather returning to yet another hot Summer, the tourists are back. Not just back, but BACK!! The post-Covid tourist invasion is set to break all records, with an expected 29.5 million people likely to descend on Andalusian shores, compared with the start of year predictions of 26 to 28 million. That’s 47% up on last year! Covid appears to have been beaten, at least in the minds of those desperately seeking the sun after too long under gloomy skies.

has now been improved and widely advertised as “El Saltillo”, filling the streets of this small village to breaking point with eager walkers and adventurers, along with all their cars. A British couple who have been in the village for 20 years told me recently that they have been doing that walk for donkey’s years, with hardly a soul in site. Now it has changed totally. And the locals, who used to chat leaning on the bar in their favourite hangouts, now practically have to reserve a space in advance just to get their ‘caña’!

Locally, there are plenty of signs of higher levels of visitors. First of all, more foreign cars around again, busier roads, and have you noticed how many Dutch registered vehicles are around? Most of these appear to be house hunting! The other day in our B&B, we had three Dutch couples, all talking at breakfast, and the natural question amongst them was “so are you also here looking to find a house to buy?” One of the couples was “just on holiday”, much to the utter amazement of the other two couples!

Restaurants are packed, so much so that reservations are needed more than ever at weekends if you wish to get a table.

Andalucía is Back in Business!

In Canillas de Aceituno, one can hardly move for tourists now, as a well-established walk

All of this is great for the local economy and for employment and gradually this will also lead to more improvements of local facilities, roads and services. But it is also a bit of a shame. Our little part of Andalucía, La Axarquía, so sleepy and peaceful, is still partly undiscovered, still virgin, still unspoilt.

Long may those parts remain that way!

By Toni Waterman, Unspoilt Andalusia See main advert below

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SEEKING CHARITIES - People helping People Do you know of any SPANISH Charities (O.N.G) who help people and are seeking funding? The American International Club is currently seeking Spanish Organisations who are seeking assistance.

If you are aware of an organisation that assists Spanish people, please send an email with contact information to nerjaclub@yahoo.com The American International Club is a social club open to all nationalities which spans the area from Almunecar to Torrox and beyond. Activities include tapas runs, monthly excursions, petanque, coffee mornings, dinners and walks. The Club raises funds for Spanish charities and each year makes a significant donation to a local organisation as a way of saying "thank you" to our host nation. Our motto is "If it isn't fun, we don't do it". To join in the fun email: nerjaclub@yahoo.com http://www.americaninternationalclub.com Los Romanes Royal British Legion. Los Romanes branch has two venues. We meet weekly at The Asador Restaurant Puente Don Manuel, on Mon 12.00 – 1400 hrs. And on a Wed at midday at the Bar La Vega, Torre Del Mar. Our friendly group get together not only to raise funds for and support TRBL in Spain, but also meet to be with friends and have some fun, including quizzes, bingo, monthly lunches etc. You do not have to have served in the Armed Forces to become a member. Interested?

Tel: Sue on 691 544 140 or just pop in for a chat.

Furniture shop, Torre del Mar is looking for volunteers who have a free morning or afternoon every week to help us to sell second hand furniture and attend to customers in the new store. Would you like to help us? Contact 952564910/671048304 voluntariado@cudeca.org Pippa’s Pawprints Charity Shop C/ Antonio Jimenez No. 4b, behind the Bus Station and the Notary. Cards, bric-a-brac, bags, shoes and quality clothing at knock-down prices. Now open from Tues to Sat 10.30am - 2pm. 622 574 174 Lux Mundi Ecumenical Centre Torre del Mar, Avda. Moscatel 1”I”, (Jardines Viña Malága/Antigua Casa de la Viña), Torre del Mar, 29740. Open mornings only Monday to Friday 10.00 till 13. For all events and further information please contact the Centre, Torre del Mar Tel. 952 543 334 E-mail: luxmundi@lux-mundi.org Thurs 23rd June Excursion to Guadix 33€/30€. Departing: TDM bus station 07.45, Caleta (opp vets) 07.55, Algarrobo (Lidl) 08.00.

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Every 2nd Wednesday in the month AAR monthly quiz at La Tasca. 3pm start. Opposite the police station, Torre del Mar. Call Shelia for details 640 328 051 Every Tuesday is Tony’s Bingo Quiz at The Belvedere at 3pm in Torre del Mar. Come along for a great fun afternoon!

Call 610 100 908 to reserve a table.

Every Thursday Quiz at Bar Samba 7pm.

Every Tuesday Country Farmers Market between 9.30am and 1.30pm. Los Jardines del Trapiche Call: Anita 627 877 164 Argentine Tango classes in Torrox: Wed 5pm 6pm Salón Pilates con Lorena Calle Deire, edificio fantasia, sótano 2 derecha, Torrox pueblo Mario Correa 649 59 55 94 mac1710@gmail.com Scottish Country Dance Classes Every Tuesday evening from 7.15pm - 9pm at El Trapiche Restaurant, for all levels, with or without partners.

For further information please contact George Bain on 619 069 966 The Nerja Players meet on 1st and 3rd Tues of the month between Oct and Apr. Perfomances are rehearsed readings. Calle Castilla Perez 1, Nerja.

Look for the very large BLUE entrance door. We are between Salon de Juegos and a Supermarket.

Reservations on our website.

Email: admin@thenerjaplayers.com Torrox Tornadoes Walking Football Club Looking for players of this new team based in Torrox, for 50 and over men’s physical and mental health and to make new friends. Joining the new league on the Costa Del Sol. Join us on Facebook “Torrox Tornadoes Walking Football Club” New Life Church Whether you live in Nerja or are visiting our area, we would be delighted to welcome you. Our meetings are characterised by uplifting songs, relevant sermons and a modern but reverent service. During this time of uncertainty, God's word reminds us that the Gospel shines brightest in times of darkness. We are a Bible based Church community continuing to help people find their way back to God. Sunday Service 11.00am Prayer Meetings Wednesdays 11.00am Pasaje San Miguel, Nerja, info@nlcnerja.com / www.nlcnerja.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/nlcne

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Bus Stations Torre del Mar Call: 952 559 100 Malaga Call: 952 350 061 Tourist Information Nerja: 952 521 531 Torre del Mar: 952 541 104 Hospitals Nerja Ambulatorio: 952 523 131 Velez Malaga: 951 067 000 Weekly Market days (mornings only) Mondays: Torrox Costa Tuesdays: Nerja & Country Farmers Market, at Jardines del Trapiche Wednesdays; Rincon de la Victoria, Algarrobo Costa Thursdays: Velez Malaga, Torre del Mar & Frigilana Fridays: Cala de Moral Saturdays: Caleta de Velez, Competa & Benajarafe, Algarrobo Costa, Opp Lidl (1st & 3rd Saturday each month) Sundays: Nerja Car Boot ITV Call: 951 707 108 www.itvcita.com Shops 10am - 2pm - 5pm - 8:30pm (generally) Town Halls Torre and Velez: 952 500 100 Torrox: 952 538 200 Nerja: 952 548 400 Competa: 952 516 006 Rincon: 952 402 300 Malaga: 952 135 000 Airports Malaga 24-hour information 952 048 484 or 952 048 804 Granada 958 245 200 Railway Stations Malaga: 952 360 202 Granada: 958 271 272 Water Supplies Velez Malaga: 952 506 450 Nerja: 952 520 154 Malaga: 952 135 013 Consulates UK 902 109 256 or 913 342 194 Ireland 952 475 108 Germany 952 363 591 Sweden 952 604 383 France 952 226 590 / 952 214 888 Belgium 952 559 159 Denmark 952 211 797 Luxembourg 952 857 197 Chemists www.bit.ly/dutychemists

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Moviestar Dial 1002 to report a fault on the line. For general enquiries dial 1004 Church services in English The Anglican Parish of Nerja Services at Iglesia San Miguel (St Michael's Church), every Sunday at 12 noon. There is an on-line "zoom" service on Wednesdays 9.30am. Please contact Fr Nigel with an e-mail address if you would like to join us. Priest in Charge: Father Nigel Thomas. Tel: Church House 951 815736, Mobile: 608 695 756, email: cofenerja@gmail.com, website: www:nerjaalmunecaranglicanchurch.co.uk.

Competa - Holy Communion every Sunday at 5.30pm in the Parish Church, Plaza Almijara, Cómpeta Tel: 952 219 396 Malaga - St. George´s Church in the Engish Cemetery. 11.00am Sun Tel: 952 110 416 website: stgeorgemalaga.org Velez-Malaga - Capilla De San Jose, Calle Linares 7, Velez-Malaga. Sun 10.30. Tel 608 063 873 Lux Mundi, Torre del Mar Church Services: Lux Mundi, Torre del Mar Catholic Mass in English.

Every Saturday at 17.00. Tel: 952 543 334.

St Barnabas IERE (Anglican) Torre del Mar, Morning prayer 1st Sunday, Holy Communion 2nd, 3rd and 4th at 11am. Tel: 657 286 284 Lux Mundo Ecumenical Centre, Torre del Mar, Avda. Moscatel 1 ‘I’, (Jardines Vina Malaga/Antigua Casa de la Vina), Torre del Mar, 29740. Tel: 952 543 334 Torre del Mar: International Church Málaga/ Cornerstone International Church. Meets Sun @ 11:30am & Wed @ 6:30 pm for Bible Study. Calle Solera 2, Bajos,Torre del Mar Evangelical Church - El Puente Christian Fellowship Sunday Worship 11am - Bible Study Wed 2-4pm. AA - Wed 7pm. Charity shop/books open Wed, Thurs, Fri & Sat 10-1.30pm. We meet at El Puente Christian Fellowship premises situated underneath Maroma Inmobilaria, Cruce de Periana Puente don Manuel. 952 117 145 or 952 518 185 Bank Hours Usually 8:30am-2pm except Sundays, Bank holidays and Fiestas. Please note, the majority of banks will not accept bills to be paid (ie: electric, phone, rates) after 11am.

Taxis Torre: 653 917 004, Nerja: 952 520 537 Velez Malaga: 653 917 004, Puente Don Manuel: 952 510 992 Mob: 616 034 636.

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What’s O n ‘The 'Big Cats' We are a group of Jaguar enthusiasts living in Andalucia. We have a meeting each month for a meal and a good old chat about our cars. Contact Philip Wray on 669 434 457 JEC.CostaDelSol@gmail.com Join El Valle! El Valle is one of Axarquia’s most successful and longest running social clubs based in Lake Vinuela area. We meet on the first Mon of each month (not Aug) at Punto de Encuentro Asador, Puente don Manuel) At our monthly meetings you can find out about our wide range of activities that range from the cultural and gastronomic to quizzes, games and films. We also organise days out and short trips away. www.el-valleasociacion.com The Nerja Philosophical Group For info please call Tom Bryson on 699 170 931 Trumps Bridge We are a very friendly international Bridge Club playing Duplicate twice weekly on Monday and Thursday afternoons at 2.45pm. We now play in our new premises at El Zoco, Calle Neptuno, Nerja. We will be starting a beginners' course in the near future and run a Mentor scheme for those wishing to improve their game. Should you require a partner, or wish further information on our Club, visit www.bridgewebs.com/trumpsnerja The Nerja History Group for anyone interested in Spanish History. We have Lectures and trips each month. Meetings are held at the Nerja Museum, above the underground car park, starting at 11.00am and finish approx. 12.30pm. Please email: nerjahistorygroup@yahoo.com Phoenix Club We now meet every Tues between 12 and 2pm at Bar La Vega, Avenida Andalucia and is sandwiched between the small Mercadona Supermarket and the Repsol Garage on the way out of Torre towards Malaga. Call Gail 951 067 723 www.phoenixsocialclub.co.uk Short Mat Bowls is now operating in the hotel Jimesol, C/ Chaparil, Nerja on Mon and Thurs afternoons from 1.45pm to 4.15pm. New members welcome. Contact Marian on 952 523 754 or Malcolm on 952 520 579 for more details. www.shortmatbowlsnerja.com Golf: TOGS (Torrox Golf Society) If you would like a friendly but competitive game of golf each

Sunday morning at Anoreta, then why not join TOGS, possibly the friendliest Society on the Costa. Email: torroxgolfsociety@gmail.com or call Captain: Bob Bennett on 691 571 570 Multi-National Choir has moved! We have relocated to Vélez-Málaga - easier access to people in local communities who want to come and sing with us. Rehearsals Thur, 17:30 – 20:00 in the Casa Hermandad de la Cofradía de los Estudiantes, Plaza de los Sastres, 1, CP 29700 Vélez-Málaga, near San Juan Church and the Language School. Parking nearby at the San Francisco market (1 euro). For info please contact 657 951 755 (English) or 689 111 352 / eucorax@hotmail.es RBL Benajarafe Branch meet every Fri from 12.00 at the Restaurante Mediterraneo situated on the coast road in Benajarafe. We enjoy bingo, quizzes, various entertainment & monthly outings.

We have an excellent weekly lunch & welcome new/existing RBL members. Tel: 653108415 benajaraferblspainsouth@gmail.com Colmenar Social Club is a group whose aim is to promote friendship and assistance to all our members. We meet every Wed from 12.00pm at Arco Del Sol Hotel, Colmenar on A356 KM9. A great venue to enjoy a variety of activities such as wine tasting, talks, cooking demonstrations, monthly lunches, car sharing days out, theatre visits and a monthly bowling group.

Tel: Carol on 623 125 656 RBL - Nerja meets several times a month enjoying lunches in Maro & La Herradura along with a monthly quiz on Torrox Costa. We host many specialised events throughout the year. Everyone is welcome. Booking is essential call: Kim on 711 077 576 or email kim_bowe1@hotmail.com For info visit us on FB page Royal British Legion Nerja or contact our Chairman Eddie on 711 052 499 RBL Riogordo Branch meet the last Thursday of every month from 12.30 at Bar Eusebio's, Paseo de Andalucía, Riogordo 29180. Come along and meet a friendly group of people, and enjoy Bingo, quizzes, raffles. Also outings with one of neighbouring branches. Lunches are available. You do not have to be ex services to be a member.

Please tel 633 125 681 or email rbl.riogordo@gmail.com

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) : a h a Jokes h There was this couple that had been married for 20 years. Every time they made love the husband always insisted on turning off the light.

Well, after 20 years the wife felt this was ridiculous. She figured she would break him out of this crazy habit. So one night, while they were in the middle of a wild, screaming, romantic session, she turned on the lights.

She looked down... and saw her husband was holding a battery-operated pleasure device... a vibrator!

She went completely ballistic.

“You impotent pig,” She screamed at him, “How could you be lying to me all of these years? You better explain yourself!”

The husband looks her straight in the eyes and says calmly: 'I'll explain the toy, you explain the kids.”

takes off his cap and bows his head. When the cars have gone he puts his cap back on, sits back down and carries on fishing.

His mate turns to him and says, “Dave, that's one of the nicest most respectful things I've ever seen.”

Dave replies, “Well we were married for nearly 20 years.”

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A woman goes to the doctor, beaten black and blue.

The Doctor asks: “What happened?”

The woman says: “Doctor, I don't know what to do. Every time my husband comes home drunk he beats me to a pulp.”

The Doctor says: “I have a real good cure for that. When your husband comes home drunk, just take a glass of sweet tea and start swishing it in your mouth. Just swish and swish but don't swallow until he goes to bed and is asleep.”

Two weeks later the woman comes back to the doctor looking fresh and reborn.

The woman says: “Doctor, that was a brilliant idea! Every time my husband came home drunk, I swished with sweet tea. I swished and swished, and he didn't touch me! How does the tea do that?”

The Doctor says: “The tea does bugger all, it's keeping your mouth shut that does the trick!”

A long time ago, Britain and France were at war. During one battle, the French captured an English Colonel. They took him to their headquarters, and the French General began to question him.

Finally, as an afterthought, the French General asked, “Why do you English officers all wear red coats? Don't you know the red material makes you easier targets for us to shoot at?”

In his bland English way, the officer informed the General that the reason English officers wear red coats is so that if they are shot, the blood won't show and the men they are leading won't panic.

And that is why, from that day to this, all French Army officers wear brown trousers.

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*************** A Muslim was sitting next to Paddy on a plane.

Paddy ordered a whisky. The stewardess asked the Muslim if he'd like a drink.

He replied in disgust “I'd rather be raped by a dozen whores than let liquor touch my lips!”

Paddy handed his drink back and said “Me too, I didn't know we had a choice!”

*************** I sat on the train this morning opposite a stunning Thai girl. I kept thinking to myself, please don't get an erection, please don't get an erection...but she did.

Two friends are fishing near a bridge.

Suddenly a hearse and two funeral cars go over the bridge so one of the men stands up,

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Jokes h a ha A man went into the confessional and said to his priest, “I almost had an affair with another woman.”

The priest said, “What do you mean, almost?”

The man said, “Well, we got undressed and rubbed together, but then I stopped! The priest said, Rubbing together is the same as putting it in. You're not to see that woman again. For your penance, say five Hail Mary's and put €50 in the poor box!”

The man left the confessional, said his prayers, and then walked over to the poor box. He paused for a moment and then started to leave.

The priest, who was watching, quickly ran over to him saying, “I saw that. You didn't put any money in the poor box!”

The man replied, “Yeah, but I rubbed the €50 on the box, and according to you, that's the same as putting it in!” *************** My neighbour knocked on my door at 2:30am this morning, can you believe that 2:30am?!

Luckily for him I was still up playing my Bagpipes.

Labrador.

“Don't do that” says Mick "Have you seen how many of their owners go blind!” *************** A small Boy wrote to Santa Claus, “Send me a brother.”

Santa wrote back, “Send me your Mother.”

What is the definition of Mistress?

Someone between the Mister and Mattress.

I dialed a number and got the following recording: “I am not available right now, but thank you for caring enough to call. I am making some changes in my life. Please leave a message after the beep. If I do not return your call, you are one of the changes.” *************** What's the difference between stress, tension and panic?

Stress is when wife is pregnant, tension is when girlfriend is pregnant and panic is when both are pregnant. ***************

*************** A young boy asks his Dad, “What is the difference between confident and confidential?”

Dad says, “You are my son, I'm confident about that. Your friend over there, is also my son, that's confidential.” *************** I sat on the train this morning opposite a stunning Thai girl. I kept thinking to myself, please don't get an erection, please don't get an erection...but she did. *************** Paddy says “Mick, I'm thinking of buying a

A woman asks a man who is traveling with six children, “Are all these kids yours?”

The man replies, “No, I work in a condom factory and these are customer complaints.” *************** Boris Johnson has announced that he intends to make it more difficult to claim benefits.

From next week all the forms will be printed in English. *************** Husband says to wife “My Olympic condoms have arrived - I think I'll wear gold tonight”.

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1. Which department store was the first in the UK to have an escalator?

2. What type of work would a Farrier do?

3. Where would a Russian peasant wear a Babushka?

4. Trevor Sorbie has been a major name in which personal care industry?

1. I speak without a mouth and hear without ears. I have no body, but I come alive with wind. What am I? 2. You measure my life in hours and I serve you by expiring. I’m quick when I’m thin and slow when I’m fat. The wind is my enemy.

3. How is seven different from the rest of the numbers between one and ten?

5. What is the middle name of CS Lewis?

6. Which king of France was known as ‘The Sun King’?

7. What is the term for someone who collects books?

8. Singer Marvin Lee Aday is better known by which one word name?

9. In the cartoon, what is the name of Tin Tin's dog?

10. The Oriole Bird' is a baseball mascot in which US city?

4. What is able to go up a chimney when down but unable to go down a chimney when up?

5. Three different doctors said Paul is their brother yet Paul claims he has no brothers.

Who is lying?

6. What can you hold in your right hand, but never in your left hand?

7. This belongs to you, but everyone else uses it?

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Puzzle P ages Crossword Across 1 Apothecary’s measure (7) 8 Cavil (7) 9 Civic victim of Vesuvius (7) 10 Surgically implanted tube (7) 11 Bingo (5) 13 Massacre (9) 15 Poetaster (9) 18 Seraglio, concubines (5) 21 Framework (7) 22 Comedian (5-2) 23 Quiet (7) 24 Supple, lithe (7)

Down 1 Part of a flower (5) 2 Brief, responsibility (5) 3 Fetching, attractive (13) 4 Mystery (6) 5 Quarrelling (2,11) 6 Fate (6) 7 Ice dancer (6) 12 Vow (4) 14 Fencing sword (4) 15 Niche (6) 16 Annual (6) 17 Ornamental fringed knot (6) 19 Cowboy exhibition (5) 20 Wood used in furniture/flooring etc. (5)

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by Juanita Banana of Banana Moon Yoga Therapy, Studio, Travel & Retreats

ARIES: March 21-April 20 You can see some amazing results involving work if you push to get as much done as possible during early June.

Summer is here and you need to get outside in the sun, forgetting rigid routine TAURUS: April 21-May 21 Save your pennies and use your senses! A financial risk won’t pay off this month for Taureans but an emotional one later in June will. Before making any big life decisions, you need to talk everything over with friends and family who know you

LIBRA: September 23 - October 22 You have a sense for pairing and complimenting people and items, whether it’s matching curtains and carpets or two single friends on a blind date. Use this same energy to enhance areas in your life and you’ll be rewarded by all sorts of fabulousness SCORPIO: October 23 - November 21 Be aware that reality is sometimes more complicated than it might seem to other less-sensitive and less-attuned people, which gives you an edge to focus where needed on what you are seeking to achieve. Give attention to a relationship

GEMINI: May 22-June 21 Whilst others expect and need clarity from you to finalise their own plans, you’re feeling indecisive this month – make, and stick to, arrangements to avoid all round confusion. Good news lifts you during the second week of June

SAGITTARIUS: November 22 - Dec 21 Stop fighting any feeling of tiredness and exhaustion and give yourself permission to rest up a while. Your energy will also be boosted by time spent outdoors, walking and appreciating nature. Go with the flow and your mood where romance is concerned

CANCER: June 22-July 22 Your intuition is finely tuned - use it for whatever comes up, perhaps business ideas or to work out your soul mate. Connect with someone special mid-month and tune into energies around you especially during the last week of June

CAPRICORN: December 22 - Jan 20 Creativity is bubbling under your surface. Time to put pen to paper, paint to canvas, fingers to the keyboard! Let that interesting material surface and find the right channel for expression

LEO: July 23-August 23 Try out new ideas, new experiences, new places, new foods this month. Your immensely creative impulses, combined with some amazing energies, bring productive and fulfilling results. Some really good luck comes your way mid-month VIRGO: August 24-September 22 You have a couple of unresolved issues that require more work before they can be resolved. See this as an opportunity that can result in what you really desire. Take time to nuture and pamper yourself before the end of the month

AQUARIUS: January 21 - February 19 Keep a grasp on your financial situation, on top of mistakes and aware of all transactions. Something out of the ordinary could spark your imagination at the end of the first week in June. Remain committed to your health regime and live life to its fullest PISCES: February 20 - March 20 June gets off to an amazing start for Pisceans – love, creativity, recognition, success - bathing you in happiness and jumping for joy. You stumble on a mystery at the end of the month and become a super sleuth

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lPolar Air For Professional and reliable servicing, repairs and installation of A/C at competitive rates by a qualified technician. Call Jordan 655 211 192 or visit www.polarair.eu lCHS Cooling and Heating Solutions. All makes of air conditioning, serviced and installed. Also Solar, Heating and swimming pool heat pumps.

Call: 655 791 167 Email: chsspain@gmail.com

lLT Construction - is a building company based in the Velez Malaga area. We specialise in all aspects of design, building license application & construction, we have over 14 years of expertise in creating individual building solutions for our clients. Our local knowledge of the land and its soil types - and how best to deal with the challenges posed by them means that we are the best-suited company to advise you on your building requirements. Call Lee Talbot on 659324586 info@ltconstruction.es www.ltconstruction.es

lConnect Air Conditioning. Supplying the latest in heat pump technology at the best prices. Contact Sean: 639 738 624 www.connectairconditioning.com Email: connect.aircon@hotmail.com

AWNINGS lAwnings - Blinds - Mosquito Screens, Glass Curtain Repairs, Replacement of plastic jointing strips, New Installations, Roller Shutters / Repairs.

New installations, Conversion from manual to motorised. Call Julian: 655 825 931

BEAUTY & BOUTIQUE lThe Studio Hair & Beauty Cruce de Periana, Puente don Manuel, (Just down from the Butchers) Call: 951 204 158 or 654 897 410 lThe Studio Izzi & Capelli Paseo Maritimo de Poniente 17, Torre del Mar, (Close to the Lighthouse & Tennis courts) Call: 952 965 646 or 608 782 348

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lJohn Housby, Building, Plastering, Tiling & Painting. For a quotation ring John: 699 261 414.

Email: housbyjohn@gmail.com

CARPENTERS lQuality Bespoke Wooden Furniture. Your design brought to life. Any size, colour or design for homes, gardens and businesses. www.weswoodwork.com Telephone: 679 171 008

CAR ACCESSORIES lWindow Tinting, A mobile service for your convenience, ITV legal and certified. Cut out annoying glare. Stop U/V. Protect children and pets.

Be cool. Enjoy the sun, don’t suffer it! Call Ian 902 888 176 / 644 546 176

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lNo hidden cost, delivery along the coast, personal meet & greet service at the airport with no queues or bus journeys. www.quickcarhiremalaga.com quickcarhiremalaga@gmail.com 669 899 065 / Whatsapp available

lTransferwise (now called Wise) - Really easy and a cheaper way to send money abroad. Every friend that you invite to Wise will get a first ‘fee-free transfer’ of up to 500pounds. Plus you get rewarded too. You receive 50 euros once invited 3 friends who make a qualifying payment of at least 200 euros each. Go to this link below to receive your free transfer. https://transferwise.com/invite/asd/kamik9

CARERS lProfessional carer live-in and day/night care specialising in dementia, alzheimers, anxiety, cancer, palliative care, parkinsons, stroke, mobility etc... Great flexibility. For more info call: Carmen on 644 441 783 or email:carmenlopez36@hotmail.com lThe Care Company Private Care Team provides all levels of care for people in their own homes, providing hourly visits to 24hr live in care.

Call us for a free assessment. 657 969 710 / 635 437 998 FB: The Care Company

CHIROPODISTS lRegisitered Chiropodist/Podiatrist offering a complete footcare service in the comfort of your own home. Over 25yrs exp NHS & private.

Call: 636 866 715 lFoot care in the comfort of your home.

Services including nail cutting, corn, callus and ingrowing toe nail removal. Specialising in diabetic foot care. Full PPE worn. Clare Sasada 659825512.

CLEANING lUltra Clean, Clean & Changeovers, key holding, house-keeping, laundry, window cleaning, gardening etc.. Call Pammy: 674 597 984 Torre del Mar area

COMPUTER SERVICES lSteve’s Computer and Laptop Service.

Providing a thorough health check/repair for corrupted software and removal of virus/malware infections. Sales of used/refurbished laptops at competitive prices. Call Steve in Torrox: 634347055 Email: sfmay@hotmail.com

COMPUTERS lDavid Fenton: Computer Help Specialist. Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer since 2000. House calls, remote assistance or bring it to me. Help and impartial advice with all types of technology. Tel 952 549 607, Mob 654 899 976

DAMP PROOFING lElectro-OS S.L. Immediately effective. 20 Year guarantee. Tel: 958 656 560 / 619 666 363 www.electro-os.com info@Electro-os.com

DENTISTRY lClinica Europa Centro internacional, Blq. 86, Torrox Costa. Call: 952 53 09 08 Email: info@clinicaeuropa.eu

lDentadanes s.c Dental Clinic Offering Danish, top quality dental care at competitive prices. Est. since 1991. We speak English, Danish, German and Spanish Tel: 952 529 666 Mon-Fri 10-5pm www.dentadanes.com

DRAIN CLEARANCE lDrains & Plumbing Est.1999. 24 Hour call out.

Tel/Fax: 952 539 425. 24 Hour Service: 634 275 030 / 657 862 628 lDrain & Leak Solutions Your underground plumbers! High pressure water jetting, Drain tracing CCTV, Septic tank problems & installations, baths, sinks & toilets unblocked, leak detection & repairs.

Fully qualified and fully legal. No call out fee!!

Tel: 951 310 111 / 651 111 005 www.drain&leak.com

ELECTRICIANS lSparkinspain - Electrical installations & maintenance. Local from Nerja to Velez-Malaga & inland to Competa and Frigiliana.Tel Colin 951 242 449/Mob 666707297 sparkinspain@rocketmail.com Web: www.english-electrician-nerja.com

ELECTRIC SUPPLIERS lDo you pay too much for your electricity?

Contact Daniel from AxarEnergy today on: 662 114 241. We work with more than 25 companies and there is no cost to you for switching! Visit our office Camino Viejo de Malaga, 41, Velez Malaga. www.axarenergy.com / dlopez@axarenergy.com

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The Sentinella Paginas ESTATE AGENTS lAxarquia Properties S.L. Over 20 years the leading international estate agency in the Axarquia. Sell your property with us!

Ctr. Almeria 194D, Benajarafe. Tel 952 436 781 Mobile & Whatsapp 609 436 537 mail: info@axarquiaproperties.com Web www.axarquiaproperties.com lBuy A Home Spain Calle Pintor Cipriano Maldonado 7A, Edificio Salares, 29740, Torre del Mar. (Opposite the bus station) Call: 952 547 554 or 680 210 414. Email: info@buyahomespain.com Website: www.buyahomespain.com lAndalucia Real Estate (Belgian management)- sales and renovations since 2005 – Axarquia area – Dutch/Belgian/English market. Av. De Los Cipreses 16, Frigiliana. 0034-952 53 44 81 or 0034-666 82 17 96 info@andaluciarealestate.eu www.andaluciarealestate.eu lAndalucia4you.net Advice on the entire buying-selling process including property management and reforms. Avda. Andalucia 125, Caleta de Velez. Call: 952 72 08 32 or whatsapp 634 35 70 26 Email: contact@andalucia4you.net www.andalucia4you.net lImmotions Real Estate, selling to Belgian, Dutch, English & Scandinavian clients. We offer; one go-to person, renovation guidance, after-sales service and much more! Call +34/654 899 531 or +34/656 823 048 Website: immotionsrealestate.com E-mail: info@immotionsrealestate.com lBluCee Inmobiliaria / Real Estate Bespoke service by dedicated team covering Málaga, Axarquia and Costa Tropical. Sales. We are listing specialists. www.blucee.com info@blucee.com Tel: 0034 711 042 727 lUnspoilt Andalusia, Established 2002, selling country and village properties. Our aim has always been to make any sales or purchase experience easy, helping our clients along after completion! Offices just off the main A356 road in Trapiche village. www.unspoiltandalusia.com Email: unspoiltandalusia@gmail.com Tel/WhatsApp: +34 606010580 lCountry Properties 29754 Competa - Málaga Plaza Almijara, 21 & Avd. Constitución, 33 Tel.: +34 952 51 61 78 29770 Torrox - Málaga Calle Elisa Ortigosa, 7 Tel.: +34 952 53 91 25 29740 Torre del Mar Málaga Avda. Andalucia, 32B Tel.: +34 952 54 18 86 / 654 693 680 www.countryproperties.net sales@countryproperties.net

lAxarquia Real Estate.com If you are looking to buy or sell property we guarantee you a professional service. Contact us on: 663 09 37 82 or email: enquiries@axarquiarealestate.com Cruce Puente don Manuel 4, Edificio Al Zabel, Alcaucin.

EST AGENTS/PROPERTY RENTALS lSpanish Management Vinuela (next to the Farmacia) Sales, Rentals, Management, Holidays. Professional advice with 17 years experience in Spain.

Tel 666 135 516 / 618 940 829 Email: spanishmanagement1@gmail.com Web: www.spanishmanagement.com

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FISH & CHIPS lThe Town Frier at The Belvedere. All Your Chippy Favourites. Fish & Chips, Kebabs, Pies... All freshly cooked. Eat-in or takeaway. Please call or Whatsapp: 608 531 601 or 610 100 908.

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Contact Antony on 0034 639 418 017

FUNERAL DIRECTORS lLa Esperanza Funeral Parlour.

Funeral Directors with their own funeral parlours and crematorium with more than 50 years experience in the Malaga province. Telephone 952 50 15 81, 24 hours a day 365 days a year (in case of death/emergencies)

FURNITURE lCudeca Hospice Charity Shop – Torre del Mar C/ Infante 21 – Edf. Jamaica Bajo Tel: 663 083 273 Mon-Sat 10.00 – 13.30 / Mon- Fri 17:00 – 20.00.

Nerja C/ Almirante Carranza 15 Tel: 663 083 503 Mon-Sat 10.00 – 13.30 www.cudeca.org

GARDENING lRed Palm Beetles, Wasps, Ants, Woodlice, Mice, Rats and all pests. Processionary Moths. Call us for treatment and disposal of these garden problems. Tel: 634 431 099

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The Sentinella Paginas lCovid 19 Garden, Is your garden overgrown and sadly neglected? It’s not your fault!

We can trim, clear, clean and make your garden beautiful again. Call us on 634 431 099 if you need our help. lHaving Erosion Problems? We can show you a green solution which is used successfully worldwide. Visit our website at www.vetiverspain.com or contact us at 692 288 657 lAxarquia Gardening - Garden and pool maintenance and all the jobs that are related to gardening. Contact us on: 644 930 221 FB - axarquiagardening Email: axarquiagardening@gmail.com

GARDEN FURNITURE lDe Tropen - Specialist in garden furniture, 13.000m2, all models in stock. www.detropen.es Location: Autovía del Mediterraneo A-7 (Exit 272), 29700 Velez Malaga, Entrance behind Repsol gasoline station.

Tel. 642 651 074

HANDYMAN SERVICES lSteve The Handyman: 669 969 570. No job too small. Quick courteous service. Flat pack furniture expert, painting & decorating. Honest and reliable, 17 years in Spain.

HEATING lRedwell® – the leading brand in Infrared Heating Systems. White panels and designs like mirrors, pictures, glass etc. Low consumption, low running time due to partial storage material inside.

Prevents damp. Contact/showroom: Avda. El Faro, Bl. 75, bajo 9, Torrox Costa, call 952 539 742, sscharler@gmx.de, www.redwell.com

INSURANCE lGPS Insurance Services - For all your Insurance needs (Personal & Business) Check out our easy to navigate website to request quotes www.gpsinsuranceservices.com email: admin@gpsinsuranceservices.com Tel/Whatsapp: 711 021 479 lLinea Directa, Car insurance starts from 194€.

Best prices and best cover. Car, motorcycle, home and vehicle fleet insurance. Call: 952 147 834 www.lineadirecta.com

lLiberty Seguros The Expats No. 1 choice for insurances. Avda. Andalucia, 61 Blq 1, Local E, Torre del Mar. Call: 951 552 085 / 617 967 668 Email: libertyexpatsmalaga@gmail.com FB: Liberty Seguros Expats Malaga

KENNELS & CATTERIES lHome From Home Dog Boarding at my 10,000m2 finca in Riogordo. No kennels just lots of exercise, fun and cuddles. Also pet paw casting and bespoke animal sculptures in cement.

Call: 678 189 019 or e-mail: riogordo@mail.com www.homefromhome.weebly.com.

LANGUAGES lLanguage Classes Online. Learn Spanish online or in presence! We speak English, German and Italian. All levels catered for.

Home lessons available. www.languagesclassonline.com Email: team@languagesclassonline FB: @languageclassesonline Tel: 648 69 77 96 lInlingua: Spanish classes for non-Spanish speakers in Velez Malaga. Certified bilingual teachers. Dynamic methodologies adapted for all levels. Also in English, French and German.

Online or face-to-face sessions. Call: 952 55 85 24 / 626 21 91 68 FB:@delibesformacion Email: info@inlinguavelezmalaga.com lTrilingo Idiomas is a British run language academy based in Velez-Malaga offering English and Spanish to Expats, from beginners to advanced – call Mark or Donna on: 951 768 175 / 679 792 329

LAWYERS lCS Abogados, Spanish solicitors, specialists in property law. English Spoken. Torrox Costa, 952 697 004 Urb. Costa del Oro local 8, (in front of Mercadona). Torre del Mar, 951 832 130 Calle Rioja, 69, Edificio Salares, local A. (Near the Bus Station). Free initial consultation, Email: info@cslawyers.es / www.cslawyers.es l De Cotta Law Spanish Abogados & English Lawyers. Consultations and advice on all legal matters, including Visas and Wills.

Conveyancing specialists. www.decottalaw.com.

Call us on 952 527 014 or email info@decottalaw.net

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The Sentinella Paginas MAN & VAN lMan & Van Transport, Clearances, 15€ p/hourand 0.20c per KM. Extra man 10€ p/hour. Call Jan 643 623 681

METALWORK lMetalwork made to measure - Gates, Doors, Rejas. M.O.T. welding and on-site repairs. All areas. Also building work. All work guaranteed.

Andy: 676 719 066 Email: sainbena@hotmail.com

MOBILITY SERVICES lBlue Badge Mobility.S.L Hire & Sales of Mobility Scooters, Wheelchairs, Bathroom aids, Toilet Aids, Stair Lifts, Long term rentals, Best prices on the Costa. Quality Service. Contact Gary Or Sara 952967015/635445279 www.bluebadgemobility.com

MOSQUITO/FLY SCREENS lMosquito Screens made to measure & repairs.

Plus nets for your pets too with reinforced dog flap.

Call: 674 617 379. No call out fee!

MOTORCYCLE REPAIRS lRods motorcycles. Mobile motorcycle service and repairs. From scooters to superbikes. All makes and models. Factory trained technician.

Contact 633 287 190.

OPTICIANS lHeiko by Heiko, Avda Andalucia 119, Torre del Mar 952 967 923

PARAGLIDING lParagliding gift vouchers. Give a dream to your loved ones or fulfil your dream. Fly with an instructor with 30 years exp. without risk, over some incredible landscapes in the mountains and the sea, landing gently in front of a beach bar. www.parapentegranada.info

PLUMBERS lAndy Mann UK Corgi-registered Domestic Water and Gas services. All areas covered. Combi boiler technician. Emergency Breakdowns Tel: 633 875 588 Email: andymann_genesis@yahoo.co.uk lPlumbing by Chris, repairs, replacement and reforms. Est. since 1982. Call Chris: 674 617 379.

No call out fee!

PRINTER INK CARTRIDGES lInk Cartridges for all makes of Printers. Original or Compatible. Tuesdays: Jardines del Trapiche Market. or call for free delivery 627 242 977 email: sales@printerink.es

PROPERTY RENTALS lBuy A Home Spain C/ Pintor Cipriano Maldonado 7A, Edificio Salares, 29740, Torre del Mar Call: 952 547 554 or 680 210 414.

Email: info@buyahomespain.com Website: www.buyahomespain.com

REMOVALS lTony Roam Transport & Removals. 16 Years To & Fro Spain / UK / Spain. Up to 4 weeks free storage UK and Spain. Es 636 393 542 / UK 09793 362 003 WhatsApp either number.

Email tonyroam@btconnect.com Website for further information & prices. www.tonyroamremovals.com lAlcala Transport, Fully Legal, Spanish registered Transport/Removals Company with dedicated pet transport van. Operating locally for over 12 years.

We run two vans twice per month to & from the UK/Europe. Colin for a no obligation quote on 0034 608 085 700 or 0044 7936886822

RESTAURANTS lTaj Mahal (Torre del Mar) Avenida Andalucia, Bloque Jupiter, Pasaje Timon 2, Calle Timon, Torre del Mar Tel: 952 547 798 or 665 675 053 lTaj Mahal (Puente don Manuel) Next door to Chiringuito Antonios, Venta Baja Tel: 952 510 886 / 667 934 731 lIndian Palace Barriada Buena Vista, Puente don Manuel Tel: 952 510 963 Mob: 616 942 212 Email: indianpalacealcaucin@gmail.com www.indianpalacealcaucin.blogspot.com

SATELLITE T.V. lTotal Satellite Installations Call Phil on: 629 556 266. Email:philbraid@hotmail.com

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VETS lPet Vet Clinic La Herradura, Vaccinations, X-Ray, Dentistry, Operations, Pet Shop & More... C/Alhambra Nº3, La Herradura. Tel: 609 977 564 We speak: English, German, Swedish, Finnish & Spanish

VINYL SOLUTIONS lWhy replace when you can renovate? Revamp tired looking kitchens, fridge and freezer doors, bathrooms, wall panels, wardrobes etc.. No painting involved... just vinyl. Call Ian: 644 546 176

SWIMMING POOLS lCosta Swimming Pools, Specialists in steps and ledge construction, acid cleaning and re-grouting.

Compete pool reforms. All areas covered.

Call: 711 022 774 for a free quote

WEBSITE DESIGN lWebsite design and online marketing services to suit all your needs and budgets. Free Consultation, 20 years of experience.

Cristiana@beonwebdesign.com 624 47 00 85 www.BeonWebdesign.com

WINDOW TINTING lHeat reflective tint for; windows, doors, glass curtains, glass roofs, reduce cooling costs and insulate the glass to retain winter heat. Be comfortable indoors! Call: 644 546 176 ian@solarshadetinting.com

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