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Summer Editor’s Holiday: Friday, 11th July.
DigameXtra will be closed for the day. Posts scheduled for the Friday 11/7 issue will be posted one day early, on Thursday 10/7. Submissions for the 10/7 Thursday issue need to be received by 6pm on Wednesday 9/7. 

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Caleta de Vélez Fair 2025: July 3, 4, 5 and 6.
– Friday, July 4 – Friday will mark the official start of the day fair. The day will include the traditional sardine distribution, performances of local dance groups, the Hakunna Matata group and the musical closure again with DJ doves.
– Saturday, July 5 – On Saturday night it will open with the performance of Ban Pao. The stellar performance of Sami Duque, is scheduled for 00:30 hours, and the musical closure will feature Sau DJ.
– Sunday July 6 – Sunday will begin with the paella distribution, with performances of local dance groups and the Ñ Clan group and DJ Palomares. The fair will conclude with the performances of Antonio and Elsa Guerra’s dance groups.
More info, Spanish: https://www.velezmalaga.es/index.php?mod=noticias&id=8076

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Rincón de la Victoria celebrates the II Flamenco Bezmiliana catwalk: Saturday, July 12
Almost half a hundred flamenco designs will be exhibited on July 12 at 9:30 p.m. at the catwalk in the gardens of the Fuerte Bezmiliana house by local and provincial designers, such as Pardal Amparo, Ada Gutiérrez, María Bustos, Sergio Rodríguez and Samuel Reyes. Info: https://www.rincondelavictoria.es/noticias/-/asset_publisher/2UsKbRfNBL22/content/id/1041759 

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Free Archaeology Tours- Torre del Mar:
– During the months of July, August and September, every Monday there will be free guided tours of the exhibition on the excavations of the German Archaeological Institute on the coast of la Axarquía.
– These tours will begin at 7:30 p.m. at the Azucarera building in Torre del Mar and will continue at the archaeological sites of Toscanos, one of the heritage gems of our municipality.”
– Places are limited, with groups of 20 people, and advance booking is required by calling 952541104.

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Jazz concerts in the CAC, 2025:
Contemporary Art Center of Vélez-Málaga “Francisco Hernandez”, all at 9pm
– Wednesday, July 9th: Enrique Oliver & John Knight Quartet
– Wednesday, 16 July: Lara Bello
– Wednesday, July 23,: Mediterranean Sundance
– Wednesday, July 30: Rajiv Jayaweera
– Wednesday, August 6: Candela Quartet
– Wednesday, August 13: Antaeus Jazz Quartet
– Wednesday, August 20: The Capullitas of Alelí
– Wednesday, August 27: Zirwicky
CAC is situated in a beautiful 19th century palace, the old Colegio de la Presentación.
Free entry until capacity is full. 

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Portón del Jazz 2025: Friday Nights
Alhaurín de la Torre, Finca El Portón
– 4 July 22:00 – Sara Dowling Quartet
– 11 July 22:00 – CMQ Big Band (Video Link)
– 18 July 22:00 – Seamus Blake Quartet
– 25 July 22:00 – Jonathan Kreisberg
Info & tix (€25): https://www.mientrada.net/eventos/categoria/porton-del-jazz/

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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
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GREEK CASITA RESTAURANT & BAR

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 and exquisite atmosphere, accompanied with the best Greek music. See you soon! Hours: 7pm 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
Email: info@englishnurse.care ; Website: https://englishnurse.live-website.com/
Tel: 951550581 or 692419548
JUBILEE HOUSE – Close Care Unit in Torrox
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. Email: jubileehousetorrox@gmail.com
VACANCY- We are now able to accept a couple in spacious accommodation with en-suite facilities. Unique nurse-led facility, offering 1st class personalised care packages, tailored to individual needs. We support independent living. We have a dedicated, compassionate team of English speaking staff, visiting physio, chiropodist, hairdresser. 
To discuss your requirements or to arrange to view our beautiful accommodation on Torrox Costa please call Liz (RGN/Enferma-Malaga College) on ‪+34 692419548
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BOOK RELEASE BY BERKELEY FENNE – “THE RECTIFIER”

THE RECTIFIER – A NOVEL WITH A LOCAL CONNECTION By Axarquia Resident, Berkeley Fenne
After serving in Afghanistan, Bosnia and for the British Government, ex-SAS Army Captain, Stuart Reece, wanted nothing more than to retire to his villa and enjoy a peaceful life, basking in the beauty of southern Spain and spend some time researching the locations where he served and the ‎drug trade from Afghanistan. On one such fine day, he is shot, he survives the attempt to eliminate ‎him. Reece is now determined to find the hitman. He later discovers that what he had begun to ‎uncover was only the tip of the iceberg. Reece starts chasing an international drug trafficking ‎business and all of its tentacles. Thus begins the race to reach the roots of all evil. Travelling ‎through southern Spain to the Balkans, eastern Europe and into Asia, he realises that the hunt was ‎leading him back to where traumatic memories of war and violence had scarred him, in ‎Afghanistan. With the events unfolding, ‘The Rectifier’ brings light to the underworld drug ‎trafficking business, terrorism, and how greed for power and money can shift even those that are ‎our protectors into traffickers and criminals.
The Rectifier is the first of a Trilogy of Stuart Reece thriller books. ‎
Berkeley Fenne A retired senior company director latterly a business consultant, he had provided ‎guidance and support to a variety and diverse range of companies. He designed and delivered a ‎business improvement programme with accompanying reference manual, which inspired the ‎beginning of fiction novel writing. Fenne is a Spanish resident, appreciating the opportunity to write ‎in the pleasant surroundings of southern Spain.
Available from: Amazon Books – Pegasus Publishing – berkeleyfenne@gmail.com

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For Sale, brand new powerful business grade laptop: New arrival and I could only get one.
Lenovo IdeaPad 1 Gen 7
15.6″ FHD display. Win 11 Pro. System- UK English, keyboard- Spanish
Processor: AMD Ryzen 5 7520U (2.8 – 4.3GHz)
16GB RAM, 512GB SSD, AMD Radeon 610M Graphics, Wi-Fi 6, HDMI, USB 2 + USB 3.2, card reader
Fast charge 9hr battery: 15min charge gives 2hrs use. Set up and ready to use.
Super lightweight at only 1.61kg! Only 17,9 mm thick. 
Includes 3 year factory warranty. Price €450. Photo: LenovoUK
Contact: Naythan, Torrox Costa
Email: doctorlaptop@protonmail.com 

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NEWS & ARTICLES

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SPAIN

Prosecutors are supposed to be politically neutral, so why is Prieto opposing the Supreme Court’s decision to investigate Bolaños for the Begoña Gómez case- that multiple judges have deemed worthy of investigation?: {Translation}
– The Public Prosecutor’s Office has opposed the Supreme Court accepting the request made by Judge Juan Carlos Peinado to investigate the Minister of the Presidency, Justice and Relations with the Cortes, Félix Bolaños, for alleged offences of false testimony and embezzlement in the Begoña Gómez case. Legal sources indicate that this is the position taken by Prosecutor Fernando Prieto {a 2021 Sánchez appointee, so with a vested interest Begoña’s case, imagine that…pic} in the report submitted to the Admissions Chamber, which must now decide whether to follow the line set by the Public Prosecutor’s Office or, on the contrary, accede to Peinado’s request.
– The presiding judge of Instruction Court Number 41 in Madrid submitted a reasoned statement to the Supreme Court asking for an investigation into Bolaños, considering that he committed these offences in relation to the hiring of Cristina Álvarez as an adviser to Gómez.
– The false testimony charge was based on contradictions observed between the statements given by Bolaños and the Moncloa personnel manager, Raúl Díaz, as witnesses.
– Regarding the embezzlement, it was argued that Bolaños was responsible for overseeing public funds used to pay Álvarez, who assisted Gómez not only in her role as the wife of the Prime Minister but also in her private activities.
Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/noticia/5727928/0/fiscalia-opone-supremo-investigue-bolanos-caso-begona-gomez/ 

ANDALUCÍA

Subsidies of up to €9,000 available in Andalusia for purchasing electric vehicles: {Translation}
– The Andalusian Government’s MOVES III 2025 incentives, under Royal Decree-Law 3/2025, aim to boost electric vehicle purchases and charging infrastructure to support transport decarbonisation in line with Spain’s National Energy and Climate Plan. The application period opens on 15 July 2025.
– The application process typically involves the vehicle buyer working with authorised dealerships or companies that are participating in the MOVES programme. These intermediaries prepare and submit the application on behalf of the buyer after the vehicle purchase is completed. The grant is paid after the purchase and approval process, meaning buyers pay upfront and receive the subsidy later directly into their bank accounts
– These grants cover all eligible vehicle purchases made during 2025. Maximum aid includes up to €9,000 for electric vans, €7,000 for electric or plug-in hybrid cars, €1,300 for electric motorcycles, and 70% of the cost for charging points. Additionally, buyers may benefit from a 15% personal income tax deduction capped at €3,000, compatible with the direct subsidies. The AEA is preparing its systems to ensure a smooth and timely application process starting mid-July. Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/malaga/fecha-solicitar-andalucia-ayudas-9000-euros-comprar-coche-electrico-20250703132057-nt.html 

MALAGA PROVINCE

Malaga leaves behind the hottest June since records began: {Translation, summary}
– June 2025 was the warmest June on record in Málaga province since 1961, with an average temperature of 25.4°C, 3.3 degrees above normal, surpassing the previous record from 2017 by 0.7 degrees. Málaga city also experienced its hottest June since 1943, with an average maximum of 31.1°C, minimum of 21.2°C, and an absolute average of 26.2°C, 2.6 degrees above the 1991–2020 average.
– The heat was driven by warm African air masses and persistent easterly winds, causing unusually high night temperatures, with 24 nights recording tropical minima above 20°C. Sea temperatures were exceptionally high, reaching 26°C at Málaga’s buoy, contributing to the heat.
– Despite intense warmth, Málaga and Almería avoided official heatwave warnings and severe storms affecting other Andalusian areas. July is forecast to be warmer than normal, with temperatures stabilising around 30°C on the coast but cooling expected inland. Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/malaga/malaga-deja-atras-mes-junio-caluroso-registros-20250702145006-nt_amp.html 

TORROX

Torrox reinforces the control of pests with specific treatments against mosquitoes and insects: {Translation, summary}
– The Torrox Town Council, through the Department of the Environment, has intensified pest control efforts in the municipality in order to reduce the proliferation of mosquitoes and insects during the months of highest risk, and to minimise the possible effects on public health.
– The treatments being applied combine effectiveness with environmental respect, using products authorised by the Ministry of Health and suitable for urban and natural environments. Specifically, two highly effective solutions are being employed:
AQUABAC® 200G is a biological larvicide designed to act on stagnant water sources, such as ponds or reservoirs, where mosquito larvae develop. This treatment effectively eliminates the larvae without disturbing the ecosystem or affecting other aquatic species or animals.
DIPTRON® with Etofenprox is an insecticide with immediate and prolonged action, especially suitable for controlling adult mosquitoes, cockroaches, and other insects. It can be applied in public spaces, indoors, and in sewer systems, and has the advantage of being odourless and non-irritating, making it safe for use in urban settings.
– The Town Council has emphasised that these works are being carried out in a planned manner in different areas of the municipality, following technical criteria and prioritising zones with the greatest presence of potential breeding sites. These efforts are fundamental and open avenues for controlling mosquitoes and insects, as well as preventing the West Nile Virus. In this latter case, the Department of the Environment has developed a Municipal Plan aimed at minimising the impact of infections caused by West Nile fever. Through this, the Council establishes an integrated surveillance system that facilitates prevention, early detection, and control of cases in humans, primarily. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/torrox-refuerza-el-control-de-plagas-con-tratamientos-especificos-contra-mosquitos-e-insectos/ 

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Arrested for intimidating and threatening a Torrox neighbour for ten years, 8 other victims identified: {Translation}
– The Civil Guard, as part of Operation “Harassmentor,” has arrested an individual for making abusive calls and sending death threats over a period of more than ten years to a resident of the Axarquía region. The investigation began after receiving a complaint from a person living in the town of Torrox, who stated that they had been receiving threats and insults on their telephone since 2015, without knowing the identity of the caller. Furthermore, despite having changed their phone number several times, they continued to receive calls and messages on the new numbers.
– The perpetrator distorted their voice and simulated accents to avoid identification, as well as using prepaid phone cards registered under false identities, which were periodically replaced with new ones. With these, the victim was subjected to continuous harassment twenty-four hours a day. During the investigation, more than thirty telephone lines used to commit the offences were analysed, and eight other victims were identified who had also been suffering telephone harassment for several months.
– Following the enquiries, the alleged perpetrator was identified as a man residing in Málaga city and was arrested for the continuous offences of harassment, threats, and identity theft. The investigators established that the harassment of the victims was always preceded by some form of trivial dispute or quarrel between them, which triggered the harassment.
– The detainee was placed at the disposal of the Court of First Instance and Instruction on duty in Torrox. The investigation was carried out by the Judicial Police Team of the Civil Guard at the Nerja Main Post. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/detenido-por-intimidar-y-amenazar-telefonicamente-a-un-vecino-de-torrox-durante-diez-anos/ 

ALCAUCÍN

Family Attacked At Their Rural Home: {Translation}
– A violent assault has shaken the rural hamlet of El Espino, in the municipality of Alcaucín, where a middle-aged man of North African origin has been arrested after attacking a resident couple with a pickaxe, causing them serious injuries.
– According to Eugenio Cabezas in Diario SUR, the attack took place at approximately 7:30 in the morning last Wednesday. The assailant, who had been seen hours earlier searching vehicles in the area, entered the property and, without saying a word, attacked the 56-year-old man as he came outside to see what was happening. Hearing the screams, his 57-year-old wife was also brutally assaulted.
– The man was airlifted by helicopter to the Regional Hospital of Málaga due to the severity of his head injuries, while his wife was taken by ambulance to the Comarcal Hospital of the Axarquía. Their 30-year-old daughter required medical attention for a severe anxiety attack after witnessing the assault.
– The Civil Guard, who arrested the suspect hours after the incident, continue to investigate in order to clarify the motive behind the attack. The village, with barely 2,700 inhabitants, remains shocked by the violence of the event. Image for illustrative purposes only, not a photo of the attacker. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/detenido-por-intimidar-y-amenazar-telefonicamente-a-un-vecino-de-torrox-durante-diez-anos/

ALHAURÍN

Alhaurín and Churriana report postal system collapse: {Translation, summary}
– CCOO-Correos has reported a severe backlog at postal centres in Alhaurín de la Torre and Churriana, with over 25,000 letters, 5,000 overdue notifications, and 600 parcels undelivered.
– The union blames drastic staff cuts by the public postal company, resulting in less than 60 per cent of required personnel working. A unilateral removal of five morning shift posts last August worsened the situation, forcing workers to cover multiple areas and increasing physical and psychological health risks.
– Service delays are affecting the public, with important documents such as medical appointments and social security notices arriving late or not at all. Some areas have gone over 30 days without mail delivery, far exceeding the three-day limit. CCOO calls for immediate recruitment to restore efficient service and safeguard workers’ wellbeing. Source, Spanish: https://andaluciainformacion.es/malaga/1907964/malos-tiempos-para-usuarios-de-correos-en-alhaurin-y-churriana-denuncian-colapso-postal/ 

MIJAS

‘Mijas with Alma’- 15,000 candles will illuminate the Festival of Music, Handicrafts and Gastronomy this weekend: {Translation, summary}
– The “Mijas with Soul by Candlelight” festival kicks off on Friday, 4th July, in Mijas, Málaga, featuring over 15,000 candles illuminating key historic sites such as Málaga Street, Libertad Square, and the Wall Walk, creating a magical atmosphere. The event includes a craft market with 40+ stalls, food offerings, and a wishing tree, inviting residents and visitors to enjoy the town’s charm.
– Concerts at the Miguel González Berral auditorium form the festival’s musical core: a Pink Floyd tribute by IM-Pulse on 4th July; Bernáldez Latin Jazz Orchestra’s Caribbean-themed show ‘A Night in Havana’ on 5th July; and a Bee Gees tribute on 6th July. All concerts start at 10 pm, with tickets available now. Tickets available at: https://www.lacocheraentradas.com/
– To support local business and ease access, bus services will run from Las Lagunas, La Cala fairgrounds, and Mijas Pueblo quarry car park between 6 pm and 2 am, encouraging community participation and tourism during the weekend. Source, Spanish: https://www.diariosur.es/planes/mijas-alma-15000-velas-iluminaran-festival-musica-20250702113739-nt.html 

UK

Ozzy Osbourne makes emotional statement ahead of Black Sabbath farewell show, video stream will be available:
– Ozzy Osbourne has said his farewell show in Birmingham with Black Sabbath “means everything” to him, as he views the massive Villa Park gig as his “final encore”. The Prince of Darkness will say goodbye to his fans with the remaining original Black Sabbath lineup on Saturday (5 July). The band will be joined by a number of other heavy metal legends, including Metallica, Alice in Chains, Lamb of God, and Tom Morello.
– The video livestream of Back to the Beginning will be delayed by two hours from the in-arena start time, and will begin at 3pm BST. The stream will open 30 minutes prior to launching. Tickets are available to purchase here, https://backtothebeginning.com/
Full article: https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/music/news/ozzy-osbourne-black-sabbath-villa-park-farewell-show-b2781785.html & Video Link

 

HEALTH

The Regional Government extends the deadline for companies to submit bids for the tender for Malaga’s third hospital, not expected to open until 2032: {Translation, summary}
– The Andalusian Regional Government has granted an additional ten days to companies interested in submitting their bids for the third hospital in Málaga. The regional administration has extended the deadline for receiving proposals from 22 July to 1 August.
– The justification given is the receipt of numerous enquiries, which have been answered by the manager of the Andalusian Health Service. They also cite the complexity of the file.
– The project has a total budget of 607,515,932.53 euros plus VAT, amounting to more than 800 million euros. The execution period is just over six years (75 months). According to the announcement, the work will be financed 85 per cent by European funds (ERDF).
– The new Regional Hospital will cover 246,000 square metres, with 815 rooms, 48 operating theatres and 200 consultation rooms. It is expected to open to the public in 2032, six years later than the date originally promised by the regional government. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/malaga/junta-amplia-plazo-empresas-ofertas-tercer-hospital-malaga_0_2004272624.html 

SPORTS

Tennis News- Wimbledon Results: See all the official results here, https://www.wimbledon.com/en_GB/scores/results/index.html

TRAVEL

Application period opens for Imserso, Spain’s bargain-priced holiday scheme for retired people:
– The application window for the Imserso 2025-2026 bargain holiday scheme for retired people is now open and it will remain so until 23 July or until the 879,213 places have been taken. The trips will begin in October.
– For the first time this year, the Imserso beneficiaries will be allowed to travel with their pets.
Full article: https://www.surinenglish.com/spain/cheap-holidays-pensioners-retirees-20250701081611-nt.html 

DOG ADOPTIONS

Axarquia Animal Rescue – Voluntary Charity – non profit organisation:
CIF G93245116 ; Charity Number 10567 (Spain)
Email: axarquia-rescue@hotmail.com
Website, with photo galleries of available pets for adoption: www.axarquiaanimalrescue.com

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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

2025 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‘ 2025 “, 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

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