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August Editor’s Holiday: Friday, 30 August. DigameXtra will be closed.

Items scheduled for 30 Aug. have been posted one day early, in today’s issue.

NEXT ISSUE WILL BE MONDAY, 2 SEP.

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Torre del Mar’s annual Tourist Day: Thurs, 29 Aug, 19:30
Paseo Marítimo, near the lighthouse.
Along with other activities, a giant cake made by local chef Roberto Soler will be cut and shared among guests next to the town’s iconic blue and white striped lighthouse at 7.30pm.

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Gala Olé al Verano- El Tajo beach, Rincón de la Victoria:
Thurs, 29 Aug, 10pm. Free.
The evening will be full of music, fun & entertainment for all ages.
Line-up of artists: Iván Gallego (Video Link), Los Centellas, Antonio Cortés, Erika Leiva, El Bomba, Fran Ocaña, la Flaka, Caty Ocaña and as a local guest group, Por Derecho. 

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Techno/flamenco show in Rincón de la Victoria:
Thurs, 29 Aug 21:30 at Municipal Auditorium.
Presented by the Mar de Rosas ensemble. Free entry until capacity reached.
A new flamenco techno fusion show that combines music, more than 60 dancers and a powerful visual game where the dancers will display their talent, strength and energy on stage with a futuristic and eye-catching show with a high level of brightness’.
After the end of Mar de Rosas, the flamenco artist El Amir will take the stage with his international show ‘Andalucía’.
Info: https://www.turismoenrincon.es/eventos/espectaculo-compania-mar-de-rosas/

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Fiesta Gaucha & More- Benalmádena: Fri, 30 Aug to Sun, 1 Sep
– “An authentic” Argentine festival + Arab Souk
– At El Bil Bil castle on the Paseo Marítimo. Starts at 7pm each evening, will present folkloric music and traditional Argentine dance shows, including tango, Malambo and ballet.
– Also, Benalmádena Pueblo’s most emblematic streets host a dream Arab Souk this weekend, the largest to date, with new areas and more entertainment on offer, as well as a local show that will pay tribute to Medina Azahara and Triana through the local band Ziryab. In addition to this, the Arabian Souk will feature exclusive falconry and a great bird attraction to give visitors an insight into what this type of souk was like in ancient times.

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Fiesta del Boquerón Victoriano (Victorian Anchovy Festival):
Rincón de la Victoria. Tuesday-Sunday, 3 to 8 Sep.
The programme of activities will include live cooking, tastings of anchovies in the town’s restaurants, a network of catering establishments promoting this product, and the “Sabor a Málaga Fair” with the sale of products from the province, live music and even activities for the little ones.
As is traditional, on 6, 7 and 8 September, there will be free tastings of fried anchovies and anchovies in vinegar in 61 restaurants in the municipality. These tastings will be served for lunch and dinner while stocks last and with a set timetable, from 13:00 to 14:30 and from 20:30 to 22:00. All of them will have a sign on the door to identify participating establishments. Also during these days, the Plaza Al Ándalus will host a marquee where you can taste boquerones en vinagre (anchovies in vinegar) free of charge and during the same hours as in the restaurants. 

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Feria Fest Torremolinos- a new music festival added to the summer cultural agenda: Sat, 21 Sep, from 8pm
– At the Principe de Asturias municipal auditorium, will present a live concert with several bands, including La La Love You, Karavana, Colectivo Da Silva and Lord Malvo, along with several established DJs. The bands perform a variety of different genres, such as pop, punk, soul, reggaeton, rock and flamenco.
– Info & tix (€25): https://lasttour.org/es/agenda/feria-fest/?date=21-09-2024

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Día de Turista- Mijas, Date Announced:
Plaza Virgen de la Peña on Wednesday, 25 Sep.
The programme on 25 September will offer a full day of activities and fun for all the family that reflect the cultural identity of Mijas, including a traditional Flamenco show (12:00) & free paella (13:30). 

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Car Boot/Market. Sunday 8th September:
Please note, that our normal monthly car boot/market will resume on Sunday 8th September.
There will not be a market on 1st September.
This popular monthly car boot/market is held at El Pantano restaurant car park (overlooking Lake Vinuela). Time 9.30 to 1pm.
Location is easy to find at Km. 30 on the A356.
If you are approaching from the coast/Velez Malaga, drive over the bridge crossing Lake Vinuela and the car park/bar is just ahead on the right-hand side. Plenty of parking.
Lots of stalls with a large variety of goods for sale and plenty of bargains to be had!
New stall holders always welcome.
For more information, please telephone Sandy on 633878471

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BLUCEE REAL ESTATE

BluCee Real Estate: Exciting News!
Don’t forget that BluCee Real Estate are gearing up for our next exhibition in Birmingham!
If you’re looking to reach a wider audience, now is the perfect time to list your property with us. Your property will not only be featured on our national and international platforms but will also be showcased in the artwork at the A Place in the Sun property exhibition.
Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to elevate your property’s visibility!
At BluCee we go above and beyond for you during the sales process, don’t just take our word for it – see our reviews on Google and Facebook.
Pass by our office to have a no obligation chat!
Calle Timón 11b, Torre del Mar, 29740
We are open Monday to Friday 09.30 to 17.30 hrs.
For an appointment outside of our opening times or for one of us to view your property please contact us info@blucee.com or 0034 711 04 27 27
Website: www.blucee.com
We cover the whole coast line and inland.
BluCee Real Estate are a DigameXtra sponsor so our contact details are shown here every day. 

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CÓMPETA SOLAR

Cómpeta Solar:
-Solar Electric (PV) (Self-Consumption)
-Grid Connected or Off Grid Solar Electric
-Solar Hot Water
-Solar Pool Heating
-Heat Pumps
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Contact: James Bain. Tel: +34 652970608 (Spain) Competa
Email: info AT competasolar DOT es ; Web: www.competasolar.es ; We are DigameXtra sponsors, so our contact info can be found everyday in the Sponsor’s Section.

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TONY ROAM TRANSPORT & REMOVALS

Tony Roam Transport & Removals Spain To UK To Spain:
Fortnightly Runs Spain to UK and Up to 4 weeks free Storage. Spain or UK.
18 years Removals To & Fro Spain / UK Spain.
Man & Van, Local & Long Distance Removals
No subcontracting, all collection and delivery in house.
Transportation, Removals & light haulage company that have scheduled trips all year from UK to Torrox and back every month.
Also additional unscheduled to suit your needs.
Full or part loads undertaken.
Dedicated Delivery Personal Service Full or Part loads up to 60 cubic meters up to 5.5 tonne.
Up to £25,000.00 insurance with British Insurance Company.
Evidence of insurance can be supplied by email on request.
Hard Copies always carried on the vans.
This and a current Operators licence are a legal requirement.
Our International Operators Licence No UKGB / OG2043664
We live just behind Torrox Pueblo in Spain and in South Wales UK and have vans going back and forth UK to Spain to UK by way of Santander or Bilbao / Portsmouth or Plymouth Ferry.
For more information and prices for all to see please visit our website http://www.tonyroamremovals.com
email ; tonyroam@btconnect.com
Spain 0034636393542 – UK 00447973362003.
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GREEK CASITA RESTAURANT & BAR

CLOSED FOR SUMMER, REOPEN IN SEPTEMBER – The Greek House –Greek Casita Restaurant & Bar – Torrox Costa:
Located on the sea promenade, between the Safari bar and Picadero restaurants, BLQ 80 bajo. We offer you a little piece of Greece with our Greek home made specialities. You can choose meat specialties (Gyros, Souvlaki, Bifteki, Sutsukaki, Mussaka), cheese (Feta Psiti, Feta Saganaki, Hallumi), vegetables (Greek salad, Hummus, Eggplant cream, Mezze, Tzatziki) or sea fruits (prawns or octopus), all of this accompanied with our special Greek pita bread. For dessert… HOMEMADE BAKLAVA! We offer a lovely meal time in a quiet end exquisite atmosphere, accompanied with the best Greek music. See you soon! Hours: 6:30pm to close, Wednesday thru Sunday. Closed Monday & Tuesday. For reservations call 642585049. https://la-casita-griega.business.site/ We are DigameXtra sponsors, so our contact info can be found everyday in the Sponsor’s Section. 

 

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ASSISTED LIVING SERVICES & JUBILEE HOUSE

Assisted Living Services in the Axarquia Region:
Do you have health or mobility issues?
Would support enable you to remain independent in your own home?
Liz Brown, probably the only nurse registered to practice in Andalucia to hold the ENB 941 (Specialist qualification in care of the older person), together with her fully insured and police checked home care support team offers one-on-one support and companionship in the comfort of your own home. COE Malaga reg. 17425
HOME CARE/NURSE SUPPORT
Palliative care / Companionship / Health monitoring English Nurse / Hospital sitting / Respite at home / 24 hr live in care / Housekeeping / Correspondence & Communication / Medication collection & dispensing systems / Dressing, bathing & daily hygiene / Shopping & meal preparation / Fast response Falls Team / Provision of medical equipment such as wheelchairs and hoists
englishnurse@rocketmail.com
Tel: 951550581 or 692419548
JUBILEE HOUSE – Close Care Unit in Torrox
Contact Liz on: 692 419 548
5 ground floor individual units all en-suite
24-hour care at all stages from the English Nurse Care Team
Main language- English / Extensive sea views / Wheelchair accessible / Garden / Home cooking / Wifi / Air conditioning / Visiting physiotherapist, hairdresser, chiropodist and nutritionist
And we welcome guests for the day. We are DigameXtra sponsors, so our contact info can be found everyday in the Sponsor’s Section. 

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DOCTORLAPTOP’S COMPUTER REPAIRS

DoctorLaptop’s Computer Repairs & Sales- Torrox Costa (near the bus station): Computers only, Windows / Linux / Mac. No tablets or phones. 
If you rely on your computer and want it running at peak performance, free of data collectors, trackers & malware, an annual professional servicing is necessary. You wouldn’t drive your car till it runs out of oil before servicing it, would you? I do the most comprehensive cleaning and tune-up possible: verify all System files replacing any found to be corrupt, test all hardware and do hard disk sector repairs if needed, use a 5 tool adware/adware/spyware/tracker removal protocol, clean out junk files/logs/history/etc., update Windows(or MacOS)+all drivers+programs and finally optimize your settings and registry for fastest overall performance. I can also disable the AI spyware (Copilot) Microsoft has installed via Windows Updates if you don’t want it snooping on everything you do. All for only €50! I don’t work on dinosaurs computers made before 2017 unless I have been servicing then annually. 
Contact: doctorlaptop AT protonmail DOT com
or call 675 993 069 (no calls before 12noon, missed calls returned asap). More info on my website. All work by appointment only, no drop-ins please. Appointment are only available 2pm-8pm, Sunday thru Thursday. Closed Fridays & Saturdays. Always include the make & model number of the device when requesting assistance. My contact details can be found everyday at the bottom of the Sponsor’s Section.

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COMPARE FUNERALS SPAIN

 

Compare Funerals cover the whole of Spain
ruthforder@comparefuneral.org
* Direct Cremation €2,250
* Collection of deceased and conveyance to Funeral Home
* Supply of coffin
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* Cremation and any doctor’s fees
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* Delivery of Urn and associated paperwork to family (death certificate, cremation certificate etc)
This plan is exclusive to a number of provinces, please ask advisor for more information.
Contact Ruth Forder on 0034 693 715 718 ; Comparefuneral.org
Your questions answered by Ruth from Compare Funerals Spain
– Why should I have a funeral plan? Having been funeral planning for over 10 year I’ve experienced some very sad and upset families when nothing is in place. A Spanish funeral plans will ensure that all costs are covered for your funeral service. Getting a prepaid plan will help you feel assured that your family will not be under any financial strain when it comes to paying for your funeral. A plan also means you can have peace of mind that everything has been organised in advance, so your loved ones do not have to make any difficult decisions.
– Why choose Compare Funerals? There seems to be a gap in Spain between independent funeral directors, offering plans at a good price but lacking the security of an established Trust or ability to cover a client overseas and Providers who seem to charge more than necessary. We want to be right in the middle and offer the best of both worlds. Our best-priced plan is only 2,250€ and does the essentials.
– Can I do a payment plan? All our plans are payable in full or over up to 5 years interest FREE. The interest free periods are based on initial deposit. The higher the deposit the less your monthly repayments will be.
– Can I transfer the plan? The answer is YES. You could name 2 people on one plan however if you had a friend/family member pass away we can transfer the plan into a 3rd party’s name.
– What happens if I move? All our plans offer the equivalent service in Spain (including the islands), Portugal, Republic of Ireland and the UK. If you moved to the UK, we would transfer the plan to one of our many partners at no extra cost to you.
– Is paperwork included? Yes, your family will receive a death certificate in Spanish and an international certification in English. We also provide a cremation certificate that allows the ashes on board a plane.
We are DigameXtra sponsors, so our contact info can be found everyday in the Sponsor’s Section. 

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Note: I can’t post third party email addresses.

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Wanted (Wo)Man with Van – Almuñécar area:
– To do a pick up from Motril to La Herradura. Timing a little flexible but during store hours. Nick, La Herradura
keelsway AT yahoo DOT co DOT uk

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News & Articles

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VÉLEZ-MÁLAGA

Two arrested for exploiting migrant workers in fast food outlet on Costa del Sol:
– Spanish police have arrested two men in Granada for allegedly exploiting migrant workers in fast food outlets, including one in Vélez-Málaga on the eastern strip of the Costa del Sol.
– The Pakistani men, aged 31 and 35 – the oldest of whom has a police record – are accused of human trafficking for the purpose of labour exploitation, as well as crimes against workers’ rights, illegal immigration, belonging to a criminal organisation and false documentation.
– Four Pakistani men were working in these premises, working 10-12 hours a day, seven days a week, for a salary of between 500-600 euros per month. None of these workers had residence or work permits, according to National Police sources.
– The businessman, said to be the main person responsible for the offences, has not yet been located and those arrested are the people who had been put in charge of running the fast food establishments by the businessman. Those detained have already appeared before the courts.
Full article: https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/axarquia/two-arrested-for-exploiting-migrant-workers-fast-20240828081138-nt.html

TORRE DEL MAR

Young woman receives deep cut near jugular vein on neck during brawl in Torre del Mar:
– A young woman narrowly avoided serious injury after she received a deep cut to the neck – near the jugular vein – during a fight between four people in Torre del Mar. Several witnesses alerted emergency services to the brawl at a house in the Las Melosas area, east of the town centre about 5pm, Tuesday 27 August, in which two couples were involved.
– The fight allegedly started after a family argument over a mobile phone charger. The conflict then became increasingly tense and during the course of it one of the girlfriends was injured by a 25-year-old man, who was arrested by National Police officers. Full article: https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/axarquia/year-old-woman-seriously-injured-with-cut-20240828081134-nt.html

TORREMOLINOS

Sad sight as the green areas of Torremolinos drink the town’s boating lake dry:
– At the beginning of the year, the pond in the green lung of the town ceased to be considered as a landscaping and leisure element and became a strategic water reserve. It was in mid-January when the town hall announced that given the situation of extreme drought, the 4.5 million litres of water of this artificial lake were going to be used to irrigate green areas.
– Barely eight months later, the situation is different. The little water that remains in La Batería only irrigates the vegetation in the park, not much more. Boats will be moved to dry storage to avoid damage. Given the circumstances, it seems unlikely that the lake will return to its former glory. Full article: https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/benalmadena-torremolinos/the-gardens-torremolinos-drink-up-the-lake-20240828081154-nt.html

JAEN

Small village scandal after sex act filmed on church altar goes viral:
– A video of a sexual act involving a man and a woman on the altar of the church of the Inmaculada Concepción in El Centenillo {pic} has outraged residents in the Andalusian village in Jaén province. As Canal Sur reported this Wednesday morning (28 August), the couple allegedly made the recording, but it ended up being circulated online among the village’s population of 100 inhabitants.
– As far as SUR has been able to learn, one of the persons involved has already left the village, and the other does not live in El Centenillo.
– The Diocese of Jaén said “acts of atonement were held to ask forgiveness from God, the good father, so that he may look with mercy on his people and grant forgiveness and peace to all”. Full article: https://www.surinenglish.com/andalucia/consternation-hamlet-jaen-over-sexual-act-the-20240828120400-nt.html

SPORTS

Tennis News- US Open 2024: Use these links for the latest official info.
Daily Results: https://www.usopen.org/en_US/scores/index.html
Schedules:
https://www.usopen.org/en_US/scores/schedule/index.html

CULTURAL REVOLUTION

UPDATE- ‘Sex is not mutable’ says Elena Ramallo, expert in gender violence, on the trans law and the controversy of the Candi case where accused changed sex after assault, possibly resulting in lesser charges & lighter sentence:
– The doctor in Law and participant in the State Pact against Gender Violence criticises the lack of control over sex change, which is making fraudulent changes possible.
– Candi {pic}, a transgender woman with convictions for abuse that only recently changed her sex after a new sex assault charge says, ‘I went to the Registry, I said I felt like a woman and they took my details’. Here is a current photo of Candi. Full article, Spanish: https://www.abc.es/sevilla/ciudad/elena-ramallo-experta-violencia-genero-sobre-ley-20240828070328-nts.html 

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Cinesur El Ingenio Films schedule: You can find the film schedule at this link. Films tagged as (VOSE) are in the original language with Spanish subtitles. 
https://www.cinesur.com/es/cine/mk2-cinesur-el-ingenio

Useful Links, Info & Numbers

2024 Holiday Calendars by town, click/tap to view:
Algarrobo 
Competa 
Malaga 
Nerja 
Rincon 
Torrox 
Velez-Málaga 
For other towns in Malaga Province, visit this website, click your town, then look for the post named “Calendario Laboral de ‘Your Town‘ 2024 “, click that to see calendar.
https://www.foro-ciudad.com/malaga.html

Petrol Prices – Updated daily: These are the fuel stations in Malaga province with the lowest prices. The price data for 95 and 98-octane petrol and diesel fuel is updated every day. See it here:
https://www.surinenglish.com/malaga/updated-daily-these-20220314114157-nt.html

Weekly Markets
Monday: Torrox Costa
Tuesday: Nerja, Salobrena
Wednesday: Rincon de la Victoria, Algarrobo Costa
Thursday: Velez Malaga, Torre del Mar, Frigiliana
Friday: Almunecar, Salobrena, La Herradura- Summers only, Mercadillo de La Cala del Moral- Rincon de la Victoria.
Saturday: Competa, Mezquitilla@Algarrobo behind the Sala Ottowa
Sunday: Nerja Car Boot 

Taxi
Nerja 952 524 519
Torrox: 952 531 030
Frigiliana: 952 533 231

Phone numbers for emergencies
Emergency Services.: 112
National Police: 091
Guardia Civil: 062
Ambulance: 061
Fire Station (Bomberos): 080
Emergency English Help Line: 902 102 112

Local Police
Torrox: 952 539 828
Nerja: 952 521 545
Frigiliana: 952 533 126
Torre del Mar: 952 549 238

Local/National News in English, The Sur: http://www.surinenglish.com/
Local Weather: https://www.accuweather.com/en/es/torre-del-mar/306652/weather-forecast/306652
Bus Info: https://www.alsa.com/en/web/bus/our-destinations/regional
Currency Converter: https://www.x-rates.com/calculator/?from=EUR&to=GBP&amount=1
Internet Speed Test: http://beta.speedtest.net/
Local Bank Holidays: http://www.officeholidays.com/countries/spain/index.php  UK Newspaper Front Pages and Worldwide Newspapers All On One Site: https://www.thepaperboy.com/uk/front-pages.cfm

Check All Lottery Results Here: Updated daily. 
https://www.20minutos.es/loterias/

Alcoholics Anonymous Meetings in Malaga Province: New, updated link (Aug, 2023). Info in English with list of English speaking meetings. https://aacostadelsol.com/

DoctorLaptop’s Homepage: https://doctorlaptop-repairs.webnode.com/

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