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Spain Coronavirus Data from Spain’s Ministerio de Sanidad, Official C-19 Pages:
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Coronavirus Cases in Andalucia, Axarquia, Costa del Sol & Malaga Province:
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UK Coronavirus:
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Churches & Worship

 

New Life Church: Whether you live in Nerja or are visiting our area, we would be delighted to welcome you to New Life Church. 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 to God through Jesus Christ our Lord and Saviour.
Jesus said, “I am the Way and the Truth and the Life“
Sunday Service 11.00am
Prayer Meetings Wednesdays 11.00am
Pasaje San Miguel, Nerja
Directions: Click Here https://goo.gl/maps/KvNCimhrsYdH298r9
Email: info@nlcnerja.com
Website: https://www.nlcnerja.com/
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/nlcnerja

 

El Puente Christian Fellowship – Sunday Service
El Puente Christian Fellowship is a loving, multi-national, Bible believing community of Christ, who meet each Sunday at 11 am to worship The Lord. We enjoy a time of worship with contemporary songs and traditional hymns, and a message brought to us by one of the Elders or a visiting speaker.
The church meeting hall is situated underneath Maroma Inmobiliaria Puente Don Manuel, Cruce de Periana – 29713.
Full directions and further information can be found on our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/El-Puente-Christian-Fellowship-105285888299225/or please contact us by email on elpuentechristianfellowship@gmail.com. For those who cannot join us in person, we aim to stream Sunday services via the Facebook page (subject to a good internet connection!). 

 

St George’s Church Málaga: We are part of the Church of England in Spain covering the area from Torremolinos in the west to the outskirts of Nerja in the east and to the northern edge of Malaga province. 
We have three worship centres, in Velez-Málaga, Málaga city and Salinas. Everyone is welcome to our Sunday services in English, and you can also contact us to enquire about baptisms, marriage blessings, funerals, and house blessings. 
Father Louis, our Chaplain, is available for counsel and support, regardless of anyone’s beliefs or background. We aspire to be a welcoming and inclusive community, open to all people seeking faith and friendship. 
If you can’t get to church, we live-stream our Sunday services on Facebook, and also gather on Zoom for an informal service on Wednesday mornings. 
Sign up for our newsletter by emailing Father Louis at malagachaplain@gmail.com to receive login details, and news of other future events. We look forward to welcoming you and being of service.
Website: www.stgeorgemalaga.org & Facebook 

 

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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
Saturday: Competa, Mezquitilla@Algarrobo behind the Sala Ottowa
Sunday: Velez Malaga, Nerja Car Boot

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

Phone numbers for emergencies
Emergency Svcs.: 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 News in English, The Sur: http://www.surinenglish.com/
Spain National News in English, El Pais: https://elpais.com/elpais/inenglish.html
EU News in English, EuroWeekly: https://www.euroweeklynews.com
Local Weather: https://www.accuweather.com/en/es/torre-del-mar/306652/weather-forecast/306652
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DigameXtra No. 2034 Saturday, August 14th, 2021

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COVID-19 VIRUS HOTLINE: Information hotline for those who suspect they may have the coronavirus. Anyone experiencing symptoms should stay at home and dial 900 400 061 or 955 545 060 – and only call 112 in an emergency.

For the official Andalucia Covid rules for your town, in Spanish only, go to this site, click your town, and find your rules in the lower left corner of the page. Click a category, then click the “+” sign to expand the rules: https://www.mapacovid.es

Another good, reliable source for updated Covid news, announcements and statistics are both your local
Ayuntamiento & the Junta de Andalucia’s FB and Twitter pages. @AndaluciaJunta  https://twitter.com/AndaluciaJunta  https://www.facebook.com/AndaluciaJunta/

 

What’s On

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Trapiche Market: 
Trapiche market is open from 09:30 hrs -13:30 hrs every Tuesday.
In July and August the opening times are 09:30 hrs – 13:00 hrs. 
It is hosted at the beautiful Jardines del Trapiche venue.
Carretera Benamargosa, 0.5 Km, 29718 Velez-Malaga
It’s a great place to find unique and personal gifts as well as your every day essentials.
Lots of stalls to discover, you will find old favourites, and new ones too! 
There are stalls with vintage clothing; hand turned olive wood bowls & other items; lights & ornaments for the home & garden; hand-painted. Andalucian tiles & ceramics; handmade cards & embroidered items that can be made to order; original artwork & photography; fresh fruit & veg; delicious cakes, pies, pastries & artisan chocolates; large selection of fiction and non-fiction books; handmade jewellery and more. We’re spoilt for choice! You can also support Axarquía Animal Rescue with their tombola and meet some of the animals available for adoption.
View houses in your area, discuss property management or selling your house with BluCee Real Estate. 
Please view our Facebook page, it is updated weekly with photos, contact details of stall holders and items for sale and services on offer.
Facebook for Trapiche Market
We look forward to seeing you there.
Are you a beautician, nail specialist or offer a similar service?
Do you have unique or unusual items for sale?
If you do and are interested in a place at Trapiche market every Tuesday please contact Anita.
For more information about having a stall at the market contact Anita at anitajjordan @ hotmail.com or +34 627 877 164 

 

Lee Townsend: Saturday 14AUG, I’m making my way back up to The Boma in Alhaurín El Grande for a solo session from 7:30pm. Tel +34 952 49 11 94
Av De Mijas Km 2.5, Alhaurin El Grande  FB link 

 

This weekend live tunes at The Cazbah Live Lounge:
-Saturday 14AUG, 5 Minutes of Memory
-Sunday 15AUG, Amelinde
Table bookings are essential!
Ticket are  €5 per person without food,  €10 per person with food
Doors open at 8pm, Bands Start at 9pm (We cannot hold tables past 9pm)
For booking enquiries DM us on Facebook or WhatsApp us on 602535710
Avenida de rota 29649 Mijas
FB link

 

Dana & Gianni in concert: Saturday August 14th at 10pm
Live Bar, Avenida Europa 3 Torrox Costa
Dana and Gianni will take you on a wonderful musical journey with international and original songs in 4 languages. An evocative and unforgettable musical recital! Not to be missed. Book your table: 601 652 544 (dana10marzo@gmail.com)

 

CANCELLED- Bonnie Tyler’s concert in Salobreña: Bonnie Tyler’s concert that was due to take place last evening, Friday, August 13, in the Los Trances Municipal Sports Centre in Salobreñas, Granada, has been postponed. The organisers have reportedly said they plan to reschedule the concert date in Granada province, but anybody wishing for a refund can get their ticket money returned.
Lorena Pal, the interpreter who is accompanying the Welsh singing star on this tour, went on stage – with the public already starting to enter the venue – to announce that Ms Tyler had been feeling unwell since around 12 midday, with symptoms compatible to Covid-19, and although she had started to feel better as the day progressed, at dinner time she felt worse again and had to call for a doctor.
Full article: https://www.euroweeklynews.com/2021/08/14/bonnie-tylers-concert-in-salobrena-granada-cancelled/

 

Services Wanted/Offered

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Tony Roam Transport & Removals Spain To UK To Spain
New Weekly Runs Spain to UK and Up to 4 weeks free Storage. 
16 years Removals To & Fro Spain / UK Spain.
Scheduled and also unscheduled all year every month.
We also offer a door to door at dates and times you choose.
Transportation, Removals & light haulage company that have guaranteed scheduled trips all year from UK to Torrox and back at the same time every month.
Also additional unscheduled to suit your needs.
Full or part loads undertaken.
Full or Part loads up to 20 cubic meters up to 2.5 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.
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 www.euroam.co.uk
email ; tonyroam@btconnect.com
Tel Spain 0034636393542 – UK 00447973362003.
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Car Clean Malaga:
Is your car looking tired? Does the interior need some TLC? Selling your current car & want to get the best price for it? We can help!!
At Car Clean Malaga we strive to achieve the highest level of finish on our customers cars possible. We are able to correct defective paintwork, faded headlights, scratches, stone chips and make interiors clean & fresh. We have invested thousands of euros in the best tools available to carry out these jobs as speedily as possible, ensuring you get the most efficient and cost effective results carried out for you!
Warren will come and see your vehicle and discuss with you what you need and a budget you have to work with.
Once your vehicle is booked in with us you can rest assured you will be pleased with the end results!
We can also offer this service to motorhomes, caravans, motorbikes, small cars, 4x4s & vans!
Call or WhatsApp Warren on 618-346-098 or email at warren@carcleanmalaga.com for your FREE no obligation quote. Based in Comares.

 

 

MS Bespoke Joinery: With many years experience in the Joinery trade, I am able to offer a professional and personalised service to meet your individual requirements.
Wardrobes– if you are looking to maximise your wardrobe space, or modernise your existing Spanish wardrobes, then sliding doors is an ideal solution.
All wardrobes are fitted from floor to ceiling, with doors that slide effortlessly and silently, with soft-close mechanism.
Home Office– if you are working from home, it is important to make your space as comfortable and practical as possible, allowing you to maximise your productivity.
Murphy Beds– if space is at a premium, a wall bed is a really smart way to create a very flexible room – one that converts from a comfortable bedroom, to a work or play area, in less than a minute.
Beds can be installed with cabinets, in a large selection of designs, sizes and finishes.
Kitchens – From ultra-modern, glossy, handle-less cabinets to traditional Shaker style.
A comprehensive range of fully-fitted kitchen cabinets available to suit all budgets, offering style and practicality.
All kitchen-related trades catered for, to ensure a smooth transition from conception to completion.
For more information and a no-obligation quote,
contact Mick, Torrox, at: CoExGal@aol.com
or by phone at +44 7575 597060 or +34 696161951
https://www.msbespokejoinery.com/
FB Page

 

Assisted Living Services in the Axarquia Region:
Let Our Family Take Care of Yours.
MEDICAL CARE * HOME CARE * PERSONAL CARE
Palliative Care * Health Monitoring * Hospital Sitting * Respite at home
* Dressing, bathing and daily hygiene
* Assisted Mobility. 
* 24 hour live in care.
* Meal preparation, shopping & routine house keeping
* Correspondence and Communication 
* Medication Collection and Dispensing Systems
* Provision of Medical Equipment
TEL 951 55 05 81 OR 692419548 
Contact Liz ( On WhatsApp)
englishnurse@rocketmail.com 
www.englishnurse.net 

 

Wanted- Transportation service: On truck transportation for 40 years old vehicle Fiat Spider from Hamburg/Germany to Torre del Mar wanted. Contact Rainer, Caleta de Velez,
raimix@t-online.de, Phone 622936426

 

Carer: Experienced English male carer for English speaking patients. Experience with the elderly and infirm, post-operative care and with particular experience in palliative care. Reasonable hourly rates or fixed whole day rate.
Mark, Riogordo, Tel: 658 693 121
markinspain1 AT gmail D0T com

 

Items For Sale / Wanted / Rent

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MOONETTE – Organic Skincare for Mature Skin
We are a Torrox-based company specialising in the creation of formulae which help prevent premature skin ageing
We are committed to making effective products at affordable prices
Free delivery for orders more than 36€ in Spain
International shipping to UK, EU, CANADA and USA available
As our skin is the first layer of our defence against microbial infections, ultraviolet radiation and environmental contamination it plays a vital role in our health. As we grow older, however, our skin becomes thinner, wrinkled, and more sensitive; hence it requires the use of treatments containing specific ingredients to the care of treating mature skin.
Recognising this need we have created a range of formulae which help
-slow down ageing process by smoothing fine lines and wrinkles.
-improve facial complexion and eliminate blemishes.
At Moonette, we are passionate about health, beauty and plants. Your skin will benefit from the properties of botanic essential oils combined with a selection of nutrients for deep hydration, cell revitalization and antioxidant effect, all sourced from the finest natural ingredients with gorgeous fragrances.
Naturally, we care about our planet and feel the need to help reduce the sheer volumes of plastics waste that are generated daily around the globe. Presently, we are minimizing the usage of plastic materials in our production while seeking alternative forms of packaging. To help reduce pollution we are asking all local customers to recycle or reuse their Moonette skincare containers, and offering a small discount on future purchases to customers recycling containers.
Free small testers are available on request. Please contact us to find out more or to order:
Tel /WhatsApp: +34 650 044 102.
Follow us on social media:
Facebook @ www.facebook.com/moonette.es
Instagram @moonetteskincare
Google – please search ‘Moonette’ to get to our page.
Margaret Gosling
margaret@moonette.es
Homepage- www.moonette.es 

 

For Sale: Golf Shoes (small). Pair of HiTec V Lite Regular fit golf shoes – UK size 4 Eur size 37. Collect from Torre del Mar.
Haydn, 644 701 429 phone or WhatsApp
Email: hleaker at outlook dot com 

 

For Sale, 3 items:
-Silicone items for cooking or for artistic ideas. New 20€
-Screen for the not working fire place, 60 X 60 cm with wooden frame, good condition, 15€
-Mannequin, 180cm high, good condition, 25€
Edwin, Competa, boegero at gmx dot de

 

For Sale, 3 items:
-Substantial timber dining room table and 6 ornate chairs in excellent condition. The table is a generous 90cm x 180cm but can extend to 270cm and seat up to 10 persons. 220 euros.
-Impressive display cabinet with glass doors above and solid doors below, again in good condition. 197cm wide x 40cm deep and 235cm high. 150 euros.
-Black metal candelabra with 6 bulbs. Can light either 3 or all 6 bulbs. 10 euros.
Buyer will have to arrange transport. Frigiliana village.
Call Rod / Jean on 636834981 

 

For Sale, 3 items:
-Filing cabinet 2 draw 48W x 58L x 73Ht on castors €50
-Filing cabinet, Lockable, on castors. 46W x 62L x 63Ht €40
-Winner 109 power washer €50
Location: Torrox. Contact 652603864 on WhatsApp or
email: geoffinspain @ live.co.uk without the spaces. 

 

News & Articles

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COVID-19

Andalusia reduces the fifth Covid wave for the tenth day but has 14 deaths: {Translation, summary} Updated: 13/08/2021, 20:48
-Andalusia has 3,687 cases of Covid-19 on Friday, almost the same figure as that recorded yesterday, Thursday. But, even more important than this stabilisation today is that the region has almost 700 fewer infections than on the same day last week.
-The cumulative incidence also continues to fall for the tenth consecutive day. Today it dropped 17 points from 527.4 cases per hundred thousand inhabitants to 510.4. After one week there is also a decrease: from 214.6 to 206.7.
-There is also a slight decrease in the number of deaths, which this Friday are 14. This is the same as last Friday.
-In hospitals, meanwhile, the trend seems to have clearly changed. On Thursday – a day on which the number of people admitted to hospital tends to rise when the waves stabilise or rise – the number of patients has fallen. There are 24 less this Friday than yesterday, so that in the community there are 1,410 admitted for Covid-19, of which 248 are in the ICU (one less than yesterday). Source, Spanish: https://sevilla.abc.es/andalucia/sevi-andalucia-reduce-quinta-covid-decimo-pero-suma-14-muertos-202108131236_noticia.html

ANDALUCIA

No Appointment Jabs: If you are 16 years of age or older (born 2005 and hereafter), you are resident in Andalucia, you find yourself in our region these days and you have not yet vaccinated against covid, you can go WITHOUT PRE-APPOINTMENT to the following VACCINATION CENTRES to get your first dose of the PFIZER vaccine:
-Fairgrounds of Velez-Malaga – Point 1 (next to the CC The Ingenio). WEDNESDAY (August 18) and FRIDAY (August 20th). From: 15:30 to 21:00
-Pavilion López Cuenca Nerja. WEDNESDAY (August 18)
From 15:30 to 21:00
If you can’t come these days to get vaccinated you can also make an appointment through:
ClicSalud+
Health App or Phone Answer
Health Center Phone: 600147975
Email: citascovid.agsema.sspa@juntadeandalucia.es
Source

MALAGA

Earthquake info from Ayuntamiento de Nerja: Recorded an earthquake of magnitude 4,2 and epicenter in Chimeneas (Granada) at 23.25 p.m.
@IGNSpain reports a second earthquake of magnitude 3,1 and epicenter in Santa Fe (Granada) at 23.27 p.m. Source: FB link

UK

Passport warning- Brit loses £2,600 holiday due to ‘little-known’ NEW expiry rule: The agent explained to the holidaymaker that the expiry date on the passport is not what is used anymore.
“The date now used is the issue date plus 10 years and should have six months remaining,” she explained.
“When you used to renew it previously, they would add the extra months on. Now they say you have ten years from the issue date.” Full article: https://www.express.co.uk/travel/articles/1475912/Passport-warning-expiry-date-european-union-travel-brexit-tenerife-holidays

 

Police Visit Pirate IPTV Suppliers’ Homes to Serve Cease-and-Desist Notices: Cheap access to Premier League football is one of the primary drivers for pirate IPTV uptake in the UK.
According to an announcement from anti-piracy company the Federation Against Copyright Theft, during the past week police units targeted several suspected suppliers of pirate IPTV services around the UK. FACT investigators were reportedly in attendance when the Eastern Region Special Operations Unit, West Yorkshire Police, and Dyfed-Powys Police delivered cease-and-desist notices to people’s homes.
All of the individuals served with a cease-and-desist notice over the past week are reportedly lower-level players in the pirate IPTV world. No specific details have been made available but it seems more than likely these were people involved in the resale of pirate IPTV subscriptions, otherwise known as resellers. Full article: https://torrentfreak.com/police-visit-pirate-iptv-suppliers-homes-to-serve-cease-and-desist-notices-210813/

OTHER

TUI cancels more flights and holidays until October including Spain, Turkey and US: TUI assures customers that if their holiday has been cancelled by the airline, they will be contacted to discuss their options.
On its website, the holiday provider explains that travel won’t go ahead if the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) advises against non-essential travel abroad or if the government for a destination enforce a quarantine on arrival and there isn’t the option to forgo this quarantine period by providing evidence of a negative COVID-19 test or of being fully vaccinated. Full article: https://www.express.co.uk/travel/articles/1476317/Tui-holidays-flights-cancelled-august-september-october-refund

COVID Mobility Restrictions Info Reference

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For the latest COVID-19 statistics visit:

Worldhttps://www.worldometers.info/coronavirus/
Worldhttps://www.ft.com/content/a26fbf7e-48f8-11ea-aeb3-955839e06441

Spain Coronavirus Data from Spain’s Ministerio de Sanidad, Official C-19 Pages:
https://www.mscbs.gob.es/en/profesionales/saludPublica/ccayes/alertasActual/nCov-China/situacionActual.htm 
AND
https://cnecovid.isciii.es/covid19/

Coronavirus Cases in Andalucia, Axarquia, Costa del Sol & Malaga Province:
http://www.juntadeandalucia.es/institutodeestadisticaycartografia/salud/COVID19.html

UK Coronavirus:
https://www.worldometers.info/coronavirus/country/uk/

 

Churches & Worship

 

New Life Church: Whether you live in Nerja or are visiting our area, we would be delighted to welcome you to New Life Church. 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 to God through Jesus Christ our Lord and Saviour.
Jesus said, “I am the Way and the Truth and the Life“
Sunday Service 11.00am
Prayer Meetings Wednesdays 11.00am
Pasaje San Miguel, Nerja
Directions: Click Here https://goo.gl/maps/KvNCimhrsYdH298r9
Email: info@nlcnerja.com
Website: https://www.nlcnerja.com/
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/nlcnerja

 

El Puente Christian Fellowship – Sunday Service
El Puente Christian Fellowship is a loving, multi-national, Bible believing community of Christ, who meet each Sunday at 11 am to worship The Lord. We enjoy a time of worship with contemporary songs and traditional hymns, and a message brought to us by one of the Elders or a visiting speaker.
The church meeting hall is situated underneath Maroma Inmobiliaria Puente Don Manuel, Cruce de Periana – 29713.
Full directions and further information can be found on our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/El-Puente-Christian-Fellowship-105285888299225/or please contact us by email on elpuentechristianfellowship@gmail.com. For those who cannot join us in person, we aim to stream Sunday services via the Facebook page (subject to a good internet connection!). 

 

St George’s Church Málaga: We are part of the Church of England in Spain covering the area from Torremolinos in the west to the outskirts of Nerja in the east and to the northern edge of Malaga province. 
We have three worship centres, in Velez-Málaga, Málaga city and Salinas. Everyone is welcome to our Sunday services in English, and you can also contact us to enquire about baptisms, marriage blessings, funerals, and house blessings. 
Father Louis, our Chaplain, is available for counsel and support, regardless of anyone’s beliefs or background. We aspire to be a welcoming and inclusive community, open to all people seeking faith and friendship. 
If you can’t get to church, we live-stream our Sunday services on Facebook, and also gather on Zoom for an informal service on Wednesday mornings. 
Sign up for our newsletter by emailing Father Louis at malagachaplain@gmail.com to receive login details, and news of other future events. We look forward to welcoming you and being of service.
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Monday: Torrox Costa
Tuesday: Nerja, Salobrena
Wednesday: Rincon de la Victoria, Algarrobo Costa
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Frigiliana: 952 533 231

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National Police: 091
Guardia Civil: 062
Ambulance: 061
Fire Station (Bomberos): 080
Emergency English Help Line: 902 102 112

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

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DigameXtra No. 2033 Friday, August 13th, 2021

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COVID-19 VIRUS HOTLINE: Information hotline for those who suspect they may have the coronavirus. Anyone experiencing symptoms should stay at home and dial 900 400 061 or 955 545 060 – and only call 112 in an emergency.

For the official Andalucia Covid rules for your town, in Spanish only, go to this site, click your town, and find your rules in the lower left corner of the page. Click a category, then click the “+” sign to expand the rules: https://www.mapacovid.es

Another good, reliable source for updated Covid news, announcements and statistics are both your local
Ayuntamiento & the Junta de Andalucia’s FB and Twitter pages. @AndaluciaJunta  https://twitter.com/AndaluciaJunta  https://www.facebook.com/AndaluciaJunta/

 

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Cómpeta Art Walk is back on September 17, 18 & 19, 2021 after an 18 month break: This will be the 12th year that this beautiful white mountain village has hosted the Art Walk, with many international artists, sculptors and craftspeople exhibiting in their own homes, galleries or in municipal buildings.
You will get the chance to talk to the exhibitors about their motivation, inspiration and creative processes in their art, and of course to purchase pieces.
All spaces are within a manageable walking distance of each other (some steep roads, this is a mountain village), and can be viewed in one day.
As there will be a 2 hour break from 2.00pm – 4.00pm why not book a table at one of the many wonderful restaurants that are scattered throughout Cómpeta, or indeed make a weekend of it and book your own accommodation.
There will be live music on Saturday night in the main square and possibly other smaller musical events throughout the weekend.
Admission is absolutely free, no need to book (only accommodation and restaurants), so don’t miss out on this fabulous event.
We hope to see you at Cómpeta Art Walk on 17, 18 & 19 September 2021.
For more information email: artwalk@gmx.de
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Instagram: Artwalk.competa 

 

Bar Atila- Puente don Manuel: Saturday 14th August starting at 9.00pm. Music by Flip + Special Music Menu
Contact Frank at Bar Atila to reserve a table and pre-order meals.
atilabarpuente@gmail.com or 630 393 290 (WhatsApp). Address:  Calle Buena Vista 9, Puente don Manuel. 

 

Hell Bunny plays poprock: Sunday 15AUG 9pm.
Venta El Charco, Los Romanes. Please book tables.
Res: 952 554 540  FB link 

 

Louis Louis Estepona: The Rabbit Holes are back Friday 13Aug 11pm, with a vengeance to melt some faces at Louie Louie Live – 2h of original acoustic “RnR”. €5 entry.
Av Luis Braille, Puerto Deportivo, Estepona
https://louielouierockbar.com/ 

 

The Weekenders Band: Thursday 26AUG 10pm.
We are super excited to be invited to play at the new La Plaza del Sexi outdoor venue at Almuñecar Aquaduct. We need your support to fill that venue and play for you the best gig of our lives.
Reserve by email: info@laplazadelsexi.es  FB link 

 

Paul Hayes: Live music session Friday 13AUG 5pm
The Town Frier, C/Venta Baja 10, Puente don Manuel
Booking ahead advisable. Tel 608531601 

 

Nerja Municipal Exhibition Hall: Now hosting the exhibition “In Love” by the Belarusian artist, Irina Barkovskaya. It will be open until August 28th, from 11am to 2pm and from 6pm to 10pm. The exhibition has the support of the Embassy of the Republic of Belarus in Spain. FB link 

 

Rincon de la Victoria announces Zarzuela Festival: {Translation} The festival, a “Fusion of Cultural Music, Drama and Dance,” will take place August 27 & 28. This year will offer two works. The approximate duration of each show is an hour and a half. The shows will start at 10 pm and tickets can be purchased at Calasur Travel at Calle Granada, 10 Rincon de la Victoria, for €15 euros, or at the box office for €18. For more information, contact 951 501 097. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/rincon-de-la-victoria-celebra-el-festival-de-la-zarzuela-con-dos-grandes-producciones-escenicas-los-dias-27-y-28-de-agosto/ 

 

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-Solar Electric (PV) (Self-Consumption)
-Grid Connected or Off Grid Solar Electric
-Solar Hot Water
-Solar Pool Heating
-Heat Pumps
-Installation and Repairs
Contact: Malcolm Butcher. Tel: +34 652970608 (Spain) Competa
Email: info AT competasolar DOT es Web: www.competasolar.es

 

Greek House– Greek Casita Restaurant, Torrox Costa! NEW HOURS
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. New Hours for Summer: Wednesday thru Sunday 8pm till close. Closed Monday & Tuesday. Lunch available by reservation only. For reservations call telephone number 642585049. 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. We offer a lovely meal time in a quiet end exquisite atmosphere, accompanied with the best Greek music. See you soon! https://la-casita-griega.business.site/

 

 

Staycations at CASA MAGEL
Hot Days Are Here – Lovely sparkling pool
Now is the time to book a relaxing getaway at Casa Magel B&B
A Great idea for Birthdays and anniversaries. Personalised vouchers available on request for future dates.
Bring a couple of friends and enjoy relaxing in a safe environment. Or on your own and enjoy the peace and quiet.
The heatwave is here, and we fill up quickly. So relaxing in our renovated pool and garden.
Our special offers are on again this year,
-2 nights B&B with 1 night 3 course evening meal with drinks for 2 sharing an en suite room 130€.
-3 nights B&B with 1 night 3 course evening meal with drinks and tapas & drinks at local bar for 2 sharing double en suite room 175€.
-You can add extra nights for 50€ a night B&B for a double en suite room. Book over 5 days and get a discount.
Casa Magel is situated 1 km from the typical Spanish town of Valle De Abdalajis first founded in Roman times when it was called Nescania.
We are surrounded by beautiful scenery and there are lots of walking routes. We are not far from El Chorro with the famous Caminito Del Rey, also Ardales lakes which are stunning.
Not far in the other direction, you will find The Wolf Park a real experience to see wolves in their natural environment. Also nearby is Antequera a wonderful town for sightseeing, 27 churches, the old castle, lovers leap mountain and a spectacular bullring besides the many shops and restaurants.
A place not to be missed is El Torcal an amazing site of rock formations formed over 2 million years ago.
Or you can just relax around our refurbished pool with a fully equipped kitchen, bar & BBQ area with limited drinks & snacks available, or bring your own. The food is great, the views stunning, beds are comfy and the hosts are friendly.
Check out our website www.casamagel.com.
Contact: casamagel@yahoo.com ; Phone – 722879503

 

Malagalingo Spanish School- Malagalingo Summer Dinner:
Because we know a language is not only learned in the classroom, come and learn Spanish with us with all our “Out-Of-School Activities” and to know our little big family.
You are invited to your FIRST FREE LESSON
Call or write us whenever you want to book
malagalingo@gmail.com
+ (34) 650 479 493
Facebook: malagalingo
www.malagalingo.com 

 

 

Walking Tours: Programme Cómpeta walking festival 23-26 September 2021 Cost € 20,- p.p.
Join in for the easy, easy+ or intemediate walks: schepeljoost@gmail.com
-Thursday 23 September start and finish Hotel Balcón de Cómpeta
09.00 am intermediate (7,5 hours) and easy+ (5 hours)
intermediate: 5 villages walk + climb Rabita de Sayalonga and walk back to Cómpeta
easy+: 5 villages walk and back at 2.30 pm by regular bus from Sayalonga to Cómpeta
10.00 am easy (3 hours): 3 villages walk.
-Friday 24 September start and finish tourist office Cómpeta
09.00 am intermediate (7 hours), car-share to picnic spot above Sedella, circular walk under la Maroma to Canillas de Aceituno and back via GR249 and hanging bridge over el Saltillo
10.00 am easy (4 hours), car-share to Canillas de Aceituno, linear walk to Sedella via GR249 and hanging bridge over el Saltillo.
-Saturday 25 September start and finish tourist office Cómpeta
09.00 am intermediate (8 hours), car-share to Fábrica de la Luz (altitude 700 m), circular walk to la Chapa (altitude 1818 m)
10.00 am easy (3 hours), car-share to el Pulido, circular walk Rabita de Torrox.
-Sunday 26 September start and finish Hotel Balcón de Cómpeta
08.30 am intermediate (6 hours), circular walk to Puerto del Collado, Loma del Daire and Los Pradillos
10.30 am easy (4 hours), circular walk to Puerto del Collado and Loma Gaviara
03.00 pm on the terrace of Hotel Balcón de Cómpeta delivery of the medals and buffet. 

 

Dog Sitter: Good morning, I’m Silvia, the dog sitter, I want to let my current and future clients know that Mario and I have moved to a house in Torrox Pueblo, more spacious and with two patios. We continue in our work of caring for and attending to the dogs both in daycare and in lodging. We are waiting for you to make reservations or answer any questions. silviacaminante@gmail.com or WhatsApp 666-782 766 

 

Items For Sale / Wanted / Rent

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Great Deals From The Nerja Household Centre:
-Marble top coffee table chalk painted Legs with wrought iron design base Measurements 89 x 47 x 48cms Price 70€
-2 matching wrought iron headboards to fit bed 90cms wide Price 40€ the pair
-32in LG tv with 2 hdmi with remote control Price 80€
contact Jackie/nerja 672170429
info at nerja household centre dot com

 

For Sale: IKEA table. Dining table (118cm x 74cm).and 4 chairs with cushions. Only 1 year old, no marks on table. There is slight damage to one of the chairs. Teeth marks from young dog hardly noticeable except when polishing. 60€, can deliver within Axarquia. Contact Martin, Velez Malaga
Tel 649560132 or Signal or WhatsApp. 

 

For Sale, 3 items:
-“Caberg” motorcycle helmet as new, hardly used. Never dropped and visor perfect. Size extra small/talla extra pequena – 53/54 cms. Full face, flipper front with double screen (transparent and sun shade). Matt black. With original bag and instructions. 50 euros ovno
-Motorcycle trousers. “Held” brand new with labels, never worn, women’s spring/summer motorcycle trousers. UK size 10/12 – 100 percent polyester, protectors at knees. Cool mesh material on upper legs, shins and calves. Mesh lining, connecting zip.
60 euros ovno
-Motorcycle jacket. “Bikers Gear” also brand new with labels, never worn, women’s all weather motorcycle jacket and matching trousers with pink details! UK size 10/12 – Waterproof with detachable thermo liner in both jacket and trousers. Protection at shoulder and elbow in jacket and knees and hips in trousers. Heavy duty zip to attach jacket to trousers. 90 euros ovno
James in Archez campo
james dot mcculloch100@gmail dot com or WApp 00447996506299. Can meet in Competa, elsewhere by arrangement. 

 

For Sale: Bed base and mattress. 180 x130. Very good clean condition €25. Amanda, Algarrobo
amandawood96@yahoo.co.uk or 634316474

 

For Sale, 2 items:
-Sun tech portable DVD player with 6.2” screen. Remote control and carry bag. 20.00€
-HP photosmart 385 printer. Ideal to print off photos at home.
Comes with some paper. 20.00
Whatsapp 00447917908892 or
email mattlon at icloud dot com
Torrox costa or Nerja collection
Matt, Torrox costa (Peñoncillo) 

 

For Sale, 3 items:
-Lawn mower €50
-Stihl block cutter with diamond blade €130
-Selection hand tools €40
Location: Torrox
Contact Geoff 652603864 on WhatsApp or
email geoffinspain @ live.co.uk without the spaces. 

 

Recommendations & Requests

 

Taxi service: I would like to recommend a taxi service based in Nerja. Manolo and his drivers have far surpassed the normal taxi service. his cars / people carriers are spotlessly clean. They are promptly on time and the helpful service they give is second to none, and he speaks perfect English. Always helping with putting luggage in the vehicle and helping less agile people into the vehicle. His prices are comparable to other services and he is completely legal, well done Manolo and long may you be at our disposal.
Taxi phone number 666910666 /666168756.
Next time you need a taxi to the airport/ train station or the port try him. I am sure you will be pleasantly surprised.
Ron, Nerja, gerron.com AT gmail D0T com

 

News & Articles

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COVID-19

Andalusia slowly but steadily descends the fifth wave of the Covid, but 22 more people have died: {Translation, summary} Updated: 12/08/2021 14:35
-Andalusia has 3,669 Covid infections on Thursday. The figure confirms the drop in the fifth wave because there are a thousand fewer positives than on the same day last week, when 4,496 infections were recorded. The community, it should be noted, has not exceeded 4,000 cases per day since the beginning of this week and has remained below 5,000 since 1 August.
-As a result of this drop in infections, the cumulative incidence of the pandemic has fallen to 527.4 cases per 100,000 inhabitants, 15 points less than the previous day.
-There is still no improvement is in the number of deaths, which remains at a record high, due to the peak of the fifth wave, which was surpassed a couple of weeks ago. Thus, 22 deaths have been recorded this Thursday. Source, Spanish: https://sevilla.abc.es/andalucia/sevi-andalucia-baja-lenta-pero-constante-quinta-covid-aunque-suma-22-muertos-202108121210_noticia.html 

 

Oxford/AstraZeneca vaccine- rare blood clot syndrome has high mortality rate, and more than a fifth of hospitalised patients with Covid have evidence of blood clots: Although extremely rare, a blood clot syndrome after the first dose of the Oxford/AstraZeneca vaccine carries a high risk of death and can occur in otherwise young and healthy people, UK researchers have found.
In those aged under 50, this blood clot syndrome occur in around one in 50,000 people who have received the vaccine, and that number falls to one in 100,000 in the over 50s, data suggests. But the risk of blood clots is much higher with Covid itself — research shows that more than a fifth of hospitalised patients with Covid have evidence of blood clots.
Researchers examined the symptoms, signs and outcomes in 220 confirmed and probable cases who presented in UK hospitals between 22 March and 6 June. Full article: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2021/aug/11/oxfordastrazeneca-vaccine-rare-blood-clot-syndrome-has-high-mortality-rate

 

Pfizer’s Covid vaccine is only 42% effective against Indian ‘Delta’ variant while Moderna’s jab is 76% effective, Mayo Clinic study suggests: The highly contagious Delta variant raises fears that it has a unique ability to cause breakthrough cases among those who are fully vaccinated. Some vaccinated people still may be hospitalized, suffer long term negative effects, or even die, from COVID-19. Data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention finds that vaccinated people who contract the Delta variant release similar viral loads to unvaccinated people, meaning they may be just as able to spread the virus. The Delta variant being able to bypass the existing vaccines also confirms what many feared, that the virus could potentially mutate to a point where it can bypass vaccines. Full article: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-9885013/Pfizers-Covid-vaccine-42-effective-against-Indian-Delta-variant-Modernas-76.html

 

Do covid vaccines affect menstruation?: {Translation}
-In Spain, “up to 18 July, 451 notifications were registered “which included alterations of the menstrual cycle or uterine bleeding”.
-In recent months, several women have confessed on social media to having experienced certain changes in their menstrual cycles after receiving a dose of the coronavirus vaccine. These changes range from acute pain in the back, kidneys and ovaries, heavier than usual uterine bleeding, swollen lymph nodes in the armpits or neck, late or early periods, or even no periods at all.
-One of the people who has suffered these problems is Naiara, who told 20minutos.es how her cycle has changed. “The day of the second dose coincided with my first day of my period and I had a lot of bleeding, I don’t think I’ve ever had it like that before”, she confesses.
-Something similar has happened to Hala: “Since the vaccine, my period has been completely changed. My periods are now twice as painful and abundant”.
-Mila, on the other hand, noticed other changes: “Two days after receiving the first dose of the vaccine, I started having severe pain in my kidneys and ovaries, identical to the pain I usually have a day before my period. My periods are usually several days late, but this time it was six days early.
-Like them, many women have experienced changes, and have decided to express this on social media. “In my case, the vaccine has caused imbalances in my menstruation, very strong pains, the desire to remove my entire reproductive system. It is a reality that is affecting us, so at least we should at least be informed about it”, says one user on Twitter.
-Others have confessed that they have had several days of heavy bleeding, sometimes up to a month, and have had to seek medical attention.
-The Spanish Agency of Medicines and Health Products (AEMPS), as of 20 July 2021, assures that “a causal relationship has not been established between the reported menstrual alterations and the administration of the Covid-19 vaccines”.
-In Spain, “up to 18 July, 451 notifications involving menstrual cycle alterations or uterine bleeding” have been recorded with the four vaccines currently being administered.
-It is estimated that 29 women out of every million people under 65 years of age suffer from these after-effects following inoculation with the first or second dose.
-EU medicines agencies are investigating a possible link, as such situations have been reported in the US and European countries.
-The University of Granada has launched the Eva Project, an investigation “that proposes to determine whether one or more of these vaccines have an effect on our menstrual cycle”. “The study consists of a series of assessments and records, including a menstrual record, as well as a blood study of hormone values and coagulation factors,” they say on their Instagram account.
Women who have natural cycles (without hormonal treatments) can participate, and if you have not yet been vaccinated or, if you have already been vaccinated, if you have records of your cycle before receiving the first dose and afterwards. Source, Spanish: https://www.20minutos.es/salud/mujeres-alertan-alteraciones-menstruacion-causa-vacuna-4780279/

MALAGA

Suspension of the VII Rincón de la Victoria Triathlon: {Translation. summary}
The Sports Department of the Rincón de la Victoria Town Hall together with the Rincón de la Victoria Triathlon Club have announced the cancellation of the VII Sprint Triathlon due to Covid, which was scheduled for 25th September. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiahoy.es/articulo/rincon-de-la-victoria/suspendido-vii-triatlon-rincon-victoria-prevencion-covid-19/20210811172146042607.html 

 

Renfe suspends up to 26 Cercanías trains due to a lack of train drivers in Malaga: {Translation, summary}
The railway sector is experiencing a complicated situation in the middle of the tourist season in the capital of the Costa del Sol. On Thursday 12th August, up to 26 suburban trains were cancelled due to the lack of train drivers. Faced with this situation, the CGT railway section in Malaga has called for a strike to demand an increase in the number of railway professionals and better conditions. This interruption of the activity announced Thursday will mean 16 more stoppages Friday. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/malaga/renfe-cercanias-falta-maquinistas-malaga_0_1600940989.html

EUROPE

Italian wildfires rage on after 49 degree heat record: Fires stoked by hot winds swept through southern Italy on Thursday, a day after a monitoring station in Sicily reported temperatures of 48.8 Celsius (119.84°F) which some scientists believe could be the highest in European history. Full article: https://www.reuters.com/world/europe/italian-wildfires-rage-after-49-degree-heat-record-2021-08-12/

OTHER

DoctorLaptops Tips #93
Websites Blocking Access Due To Ad Blockers
-This is becoming a common problem. You try to visit a website, only to be denied access with a message telling you to turn off your ad-blocker and reload the page.
Often you comply and turn off the ad-blocker, only to find you still receive the same message.
-What they actually want you to do, and which does work, is to fully uninstall the ad-blocker. That is outrageous, that a website thinks they are so important that you should be willing to disrupt your entire web experience and expose yourself to all the online threats, just for them. The only reason they have for demanding you uninstall your ad-blocker is so they can scan your computer for even more info that adds value to the data they are otherwise already collecting. I have a pre-written letter saved to my desktop saying exactly this, that I send to the support team of any website that employees these tactics.
-The attitude today of many websites, and big tech in general, is to do whatever they darn well please with absolutely no concern for average people, and wait to see if there are complaints. If there is overwhelming pushback they may make modifications fearing the loss of visitors, but that is rare, usually they just offer lame excuses. They are so desperate to squeeze every possible penny of income out of a website that they ignore the common decency and respect for visitors most webmasters had 10 years ago. So much so, in fact, that there are now several “alternate internet” projects being developed to prevent these abuses of the average internet user. I’ll provide more info on “alt-internet” sources when they become available to the general public.
-My solution is to have two web browsers installed (Actually I have 6, and use them all for different tasks, one for surfing, another for email, another for IPTV, etc. This strategy prevents any one browser from tracking all my activity.). I have one browser with full ad-blocking and anti-tracking and another without any ad-blockers installed, and if it has built-in ad-blockers or tracker-blockers, I turn those off in that browser’s settings. That way, if I am on my “general use” secure browser with ad-blockers, and I encounter one of the ad-block messages, I copy the address, and open it in the unsecured browser.
-Remember to keep your computers cool in this current heat wave. On laptops I suggest putting a wedge under the back side to lift it a bit and provide room for airflow, as well as having a fan blowing directly on it once the temps reach 28C.
For computer support contact DoctorLaptop on 675993069 (After 11am, missed calls returned asap)
Always include the make and model number in support requests.

 

COVID Mobility Restrictions Info Reference

  https://www.mapacovid.es/ 

For the latest COVID-19 statistics visit:

Worldhttps://www.worldometers.info/coronavirus/
Worldhttps://www.ft.com/content/a26fbf7e-48f8-11ea-aeb3-955839e06441

Spain Coronavirus Data from Spain’s Ministerio de Sanidad, Official C-19 Pages:
https://www.mscbs.gob.es/en/profesionales/saludPublica/ccayes/alertasActual/nCov-China/situacionActual.htm 
AND
https://cnecovid.isciii.es/covid19/

Coronavirus Cases in Andalucia, Axarquia, Costa del Sol & Malaga Province:
http://www.juntadeandalucia.es/institutodeestadisticaycartografia/salud/COVID19.html

UK Coronavirus:
https://www.worldometers.info/coronavirus/country/uk/

 

Churches & Worship

 

New Life Church: Whether you live in Nerja or are visiting our area, we would be delighted to welcome you to New Life Church. 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 to God through Jesus Christ our Lord and Saviour.
Jesus said, “I am the Way and the Truth and the Life“
Sunday Service 11.00am
Prayer Meetings Wednesdays 11.00am
Pasaje San Miguel, Nerja
Directions: Click Here https://goo.gl/maps/KvNCimhrsYdH298r9
Email: info@nlcnerja.com
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El Puente Christian Fellowship – Sunday Service
El Puente Christian Fellowship is a loving, multi-national, Bible believing community of Christ, who meet each Sunday at 11 am to worship The Lord. We enjoy a time of worship with contemporary songs and traditional hymns, and a message brought to us by one of the Elders or a visiting speaker.
The church meeting hall is situated underneath Maroma Inmobiliaria Puente Don Manuel, Cruce de Periana – 29713.
Full directions and further information can be found on our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/El-Puente-Christian-Fellowship-105285888299225/or please contact us by email on elpuentechristianfellowship@gmail.com. For those who cannot join us in person, we aim to stream Sunday services via the Facebook page (subject to a good internet connection!). 

 

St George’s Church Málaga: We are part of the Church of England in Spain covering the area from Torremolinos in the west to the outskirts of Nerja in the east and to the northern edge of Malaga province. 
We have three worship centres, in Velez-Málaga, Málaga city and Salinas. Everyone is welcome to our Sunday services in English, and you can also contact us to enquire about baptisms, marriage blessings, funerals, and house blessings. 
Father Louis, our Chaplain, is available for counsel and support, regardless of anyone’s beliefs or background. We aspire to be a welcoming and inclusive community, open to all people seeking faith and friendship. 
If you can’t get to church, we live-stream our Sunday services on Facebook, and also gather on Zoom for an informal service on Wednesday mornings. 
Sign up for our newsletter by emailing Father Louis at malagachaplain@gmail.com to receive login details, and news of other future events. We look forward to welcoming you and being of service.
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Tuesday: Nerja, Salobrena
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Friday: Almunecar, Salobrena, La Herradura- Summers only
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Sunday: Velez Malaga, Nerja Car Boot

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Frigiliana: 952 533 231

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National Police: 091
Guardia Civil: 062
Ambulance: 061
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Torrox: 952 539 828
Nerja: 952 521 545
Frigiliana: 952 533 126
Torre del Mar: 952 549 238

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DigameXtra No. 2032 Thursday, August 12th, 2021

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Competa Art Walk: Calling all Artists
Competa Art Walk is back on September 17, 18 & 19 2021.
Artists and craftspeople who would be interested in taking part please email the organizers at:
artwalk@gmx.de 

 

Galeria Luz de la Vida Competa open again!:
We are pleased to announce that our International Art Gallery in Competa is open again. We offer high quality paintings and steel, bronze, ceramic sculptures at affordable prices.
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Calle Laberinto Bajo 15, Competa
Tuesday – Saturday 11:00 – 14:00
Thursday & Friday 17:00 – 20:00
Tel: 0031-650408977 

 

Jack Cade Rebellion: Playing live music at la Plaza Canillas de Albaida, Friday 13th August. Dont miss what will be another great night of rock classics, with the fabulous food of La Posada restaurant to be enjoyed in this beautiful Plaza. Call 952554807 or 609167127 to reserve your table. Starts 8.30pm.

 

Concert- One For My Baby: Jazz / Funk / Fusion
Wed., 25 August 22:30. €12adv/€15door
Parque el Majuelo, Almunecar  FB link 

 

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Great Deals From The Nerja Household Centre:
-Excellent quality deep chest of drawers multi color chalk paint waxed Measurements 148 x 44 x 124cms, Price 275€
(Hand-crafted using 100% solid pine and oak Traditional methods including dovetail joints, and tongue and groove backboards)
-Beautiful upcycled neutral bedroom set chalk paint clear wax new handles,
Mirror Width 58cms Height 78cms
Chest of drawers Width 91.50cms Depth 40.50cms Height 75cms
Bedside table Width 46.50cms Depth 39cms Height 59cms Price 110€
-Chest of drawers 100 x 48 x 107 cms Price 115€
contact Jackie/nerja 672170439
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For Sale: Cooker. Small, electric, two hob tabletop cooker. As new, used only once. 20 Euros. Elisabeth, Competa Campo
Email: Lisandjohnbates@gmail.com or
WhatsApp +44(0)7913413519 

 

For Sale: 2 seater sofa bed in very good condition.
Sofa – width 150cm, depth 82cm, height at back 70cm.
Bed – length 200cm, width 120cm. Price 150 euros.
Buyer collects, Torrox Costa. Contact Steve.
Email: nandsrussell at gmail.com 

 

For Sale, 3 items:
-Garland 260p strimmer, harness, face guard, brush cutter. €150
-Robin hedge trimmer €115
-Stihl back pack blower €95
Contact 652603864 on WhatsApp or
email: geoffinspain @ live.co.uk without the spaces.
Geoff, Torrox 

 

For Sale, 2 items: Ladies and Gents Bikes. No room need to go before deteriorate they need a good clean, hence, 25 euros each tel. Sylvia 690709494 Riogordo 

 

Recommendations & Requests

 

Looking for CoDriver: I will be driving fom Algarrobo to Bilbao catching the ferry to Portsmouth in early September.
Booked on the overnight 10th to 11th. Is there anyone out there who would like to share the trip, sharing fuel costs and overnights (1 or 2)? Experienced drivers only. About 900km, roughly speaking. Serious enquiries only, no timewasters. Reply to my EMail, then we can talk on the phone
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Lost: Samsung phone. Reward for return of Samsung phone 625721907 lost outside Ed Miramar Monday afternoon. If you have this phone I would appreciate its return, please ring 657304622 Ian. Thank you.

 

Cat Trap Help: Can anyone help – I have been feeding two stray cats thinking I was keeping them alive but not encouraged them to come in the house – the black cat got fat and then thin several times but today she carried a kitten down from the shed roof – is there any association that would catch and sterilise the female cat – I live near Arenas de velez and once spoke to someone at the rubbish area who was trapping the cats there – another kitten has been brought. My husband is 87 and I am 79 and would appreciate any advice.
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COVID-19

The province of Malaga is still at level 3 alert: {Translation, summary} Updated: 11AUG21, 18:23
-The Committee’s Territorial Health Alerts, Public High Impact of Málaga has met Wednesday to discuss the epidemiological data of Covid in the province. It has been decided to keep all the province of Málaga in Covid Alert level 3, a situation in which it was entered on the 22nd of July. Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/malaga/Malaga-nivel-3-Covid-Campillos-sale-toque-queda_0_1600641097.html

 

Covid Andalucia- The fifth wave of Covid accelerates its decline in Andalusia and reduces the number of daily infections by 500: {Translation, summary} Updated: 11/08/2021, 14:28
-The decline of the fifth wave of the Covid pandemic in Andalusia is accelerating. On Wednesday the region recorded 3,059 cases of coronavirus, which is 400 fewer than yesterday and 500 fewer than on the same day last week. The community has now spent the whole month of August without exceeding 5,000 daily infections.
-The accumulated incidence also shows signs of accelerating its fall. Wednesday it has fallen by more than 20 points. It goes from 563 cases per hundred thousand inhabitants a fortnight ago to 542. The same trend can be seen in one week, which today marks 224 points compared to 240 yesterday.
-While the number of infections is falling, the number of deaths is rising. Wednesday Andalusia has 24 deaths due to Covid-19.
-This Wednesday the number of people admitted to hospital due to Covid-19 has fallen. There are 1,432 people admitted today in the community, 54 less than on Tuesday. In the ICU there are 260, one less than yesterday. Source, Spanish: https://sevilla.abc.es/andalucia/sevi-coronavirus-andalucia-quinta-covid-acelera-bajada-andalucia-y-reduce-500-contagios-diarios-202108111125_noticia.html

 

Covid Axarquia- La Axarquía has more than 2,000 active cases of coronavirus, these in 29 of its 31 villages: {Translation} Updated:
11AUG 2021, 10:09
-The Axarquia region has a total of 2,187 active cases of coronavirus in 29 of its 31 municipalities. Thus, in the coastal area, the municipalities of Vélez-Málaga with 759, Rincón de la Victoria with 601 and Nerja with 316, are the municipalities with the most active cases. They are followed by Torrox with 124 and Algarrobo with 71.
-In the interior of La Axarquía, Alcaucín and Colmenar with 51, the municipalities with the most active cases. They are followed by Frigiliana with 35, Riogordo with 31, Cómpeta with 27, Sayalonga with 25, Moclinejo with 12, Periana with 10, Alfarnate and Benamocarra with 9, Iznate and La Viñuela with 8, Benamargosa with 7, Totalán with 5, Alfarnatejo, Almáchar and Sedella with 3, El Borge and Canillas de Albaida with 2; and Árchez, Arenas, Canillas de Aceituno, Comares and Macharaviaya with only one active case for Covid-19.
-In contrast, the municipalities of Cútar and Salares have not had any cases of coronavirus for several months.
-Since the beginning of the pandemic, Axarquia has reported a total of 13,642 positive cases of coronavirus with 11,219 people who managed to overcome the disease and 197 deaths. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiahoy.es/articulo/axarquia-comarca/axarquia-mantiene-mas-2000-casos-activos-coronavirus-29-31-pueblos/20210811100833042594.html

SPAIN

UPDATE– Consumer group release third list of contaminated Nestlé ice creams: The Spanish consumer organisation Facua has issued the third list of Nestlé ice creams whose manufacturer, Froneri, is urging establishments to remove them due to being contaminated with “carcinogenic” (cancer-causing) ethylene oxide. See lists of contaminated products in source article: https://www.euroweeklynews.com/2021/08/11/consumer-group-release-third-list-of-contaminated-nestle-ice-creams/

 

Spain calls for ban on dwarf bullfighting shows for ‘degrading’ people with disabilities: Associations say the spectacles make fun of people with dwarfism, but performers argue that they have a right to entertain and that are “idols” for children. Full article:
https://english.elpais.com/society/2021-08-11/spain-calls-for-ban-on-dwarf-bullfighting-shows-for-degrading-people-with-disabilities.html 

 

Putting the washing machine costs twice as much as a year ago: {Translation summary, English version with more info linked}
-The wholesale price of electricity continues to go through the roof and without reaching a ceiling in the heat of the heat wave.
-The price of electricity will stand at 115.83 euros per megawatt hour tomorrow Thursday, thus setting a record for the fourth consecutive day.
-This increase in the price of energy on the wholesale or pool market has a direct effect on the consumer’s pocket. Running the washing machine for an hour today will cost 50 euro cents during peak hours, 29 cents per hour during off-peak hours and 22 cents in the lowest price bracket, known as the valley. These figures, compiled by the comparator Selectra, are double those registered exactly one year ago when doing the laundry cost 23 euro cents per hour in the most expensive time slot and only around eight cents in the cheapest time slot.
Another essential electrical appliance during the heatwave is the air conditioner. According to Selectra’s calculations, cooling the house with this appliance will cost 37 cents per hour during peak hours, 22 cents during low hours and 16 cents during off-peak hours. If we compare these prices with those of 11 August 2020, we can see that they were considerably lower: 17 euro cents per hour in the ‘peak’ section and six cents in the ‘off-peak’ section.
Source, Spanish: https://www.abc.es/economia/abci-precio-sigue-nubes-y-encadenara-manana-cuarto-record-consecutivo-202108111304_noticia.html
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English alternative version: https://spainsnews.com/the-price-of-electricity-will-beat-its-fourth-consecutive-historical-record-on-thursday-in-the-heat-of-the-heat-wave/

MALAGA

Antequera council cancels the August Fair due to the Covid pandemic: There will be no children’s attractions or concerts because of the coronavirus situation, although it has been left to the promoter to make a decision about the bullfighting. Full article: http://www.surinenglish.com/local/202108/10/antequera-council-cancels-august-20210810184524.html

 

Jellyfish alert on the beaches of the Costa del Sol, but particularly near Nerja: The Infomedusa app, developed by the Aula del Mar marine conservation organisation in Malaga, is reporting a high presence of the invertebrates on several beaches in the Nerja area, including the shores of Burrina, El Playazo, Calahonda and La Turret. And the app warns there is a possibility of more jellyfish arriving on the rest of the beaches in the eastern area of the Costa del Sol. The same also happened on several beaches on the Granada coast, including Almuñécar, where a yellow flag was raised to warn of small jellyfish. Photo:SUR. Full article: http://www.surinenglish.com/local/202108/11/jellyfish-alert-beaches-costa-20210811172555.html

SPORTS

Tennis News, 2021 National Bank Open- Spaniard Davidovich falls under John Isner’s Toronto blasting plus other results:
-Alejandro Davidovich, the 22-year-old from Malaga, 34th in the world, lost on his first appearance on the ATP circuit since the Tokyo Games: 6-4 and 6-1 in a scarce hour and six minutes. Isner will face Frenchman Cristian Garin, the 20th world, in the next round.
-The seed number 1 of the Toronto tournament, the Russian Medvedev (2) won this Tuesday in three sets against the Kazakh Bublik (39) by 4-6, 6-3 and 6-4. Also today, the Georgian Nikoloz Basilashvili (42), who defeated the American Jenson Brooksby (99), went to the next round; Russian Karen Khachanov (28), who beat Briton Cameron Norrie (29); Serbian Dusan Lajovic (44), who beat Finn Emil Ruusuvuori (72); and the Japanese Kei Nishikori (55), who beat the Serbian Miomir Kecmanovic (59). Other players who won their matches in Toronto on Tuesday were the American Frances Tiafoe (52), the Norwegian and sixth seed Casper Ruud (12), the Serbian Dusan Lajovic (44), the French Benoit Paire (50), and the seeded number 3, Greek Stefanos Tsitsipas (3).
Sources: https://www.archysport.com/2021/08/davidovich-falls-under-isners-toronto-bombing/
AND
https://spainsnews.com/rafa-nadal-withdraws-from-toronto-masters-1000-and-davidovich-loses-to-isner/ 

OTHER

Did archaeologists find the Trojan Horse?: Archaeologists who claimed they had unearthed remnants of the legendary Trojan Horse in Turkey have now found significant evidence that further supports their claim, according to an article by the Greek Reporter.
Turkish archaeologists excavating the site of the city of Troy on the hills of Hisarlik have discovered a large wooden structure that they believe are the remains of the Trojan Horse. These excavations include dozens of fir planks and beams up to 15 meters (49 feet) long, assembled in a strange form.
The wooden structure was found inside the walls of the ancient city of Troy.
Now, Boston University professors Christine Morris and Chris Wilson believe that “the carbon dating tests and other analyses have all suggested that the wooden pieces and other artifacts date from the 12th or 11th centuries BC.”
Archaeologists also discovered a damaged bronze plate with the inscription, “For their return home, the Greeks dedicate this offering to Athena.” Quintus Smyrnaeus refers to this plate in his epic poem “Posthomerica.” Full article: https://www.jpost.com/international/did-archaeologists-just-find-the-trojan-horse-676349 

 

Netflix “Pirate Blocks” Spill over To Block Legit Users:
Netflix has stepped up its efforts to ban VPN and proxy users from bypassing geographical restrictions. The streaming service is now blocking “suspect” residential IP addresses too, since some unblocking tools use these to bypass restrictions. This isn’t without collateral damage as many regular Internet users without a VPN now report “missing content” on Netflix.
Over the past 24 hours alone, there were multiple reports from people who are suffering “missing title” issues. None of these appear to use a VPN. Full article: https://torrentfreak.com/netflix-intensifies-vpn-ban-and-targets-residential-ip-addresses-too-210811/

 

EU looking into new possible side-effects of mRNA COVID-19 shots: Three new conditions reported by a small number of people after vaccination with COVID-19 shots from Pfizer and Moderna are being studied to assess if they may be possible side-effects, Europe’s drugs regulator said on Wednesday.
Erythema multiforme, a form of allergic skin reaction; glomerulonephritis or kidney inflammation; and nephrotic syndrome, a renal disorder characterised by heavy urinary protein losses, are being studied by the safety committee of the European Medicines Agency (EMA), according to the regulator.
Full article: https://www.reuters.com/business/healthcare-pharmaceuticals/eu-drugs-regulator-looking-new-possible-side-effects-mrna-vaccines-2021-08-11/

 

Another Digital Currency Heist, $600,000,000 Stolen From Poly Network: Hackers have siphoned $611 million worth of cryptocurrencies from a blockchain-based financial network in what’s believed to be one of the largest heists targeting the digital asset industry, putting it ahead of breaches targeting exchanges Coincheck and Mt. Gox in recent years. Full article:
https://thehackernews.com/2021/08/hacker-steal-over-600-million-worth-of.html

 

COVID Mobility Restrictions Info Reference

  https://www.mapacovid.es/ 

For the latest COVID-19 statistics visit:

Worldhttps://www.worldometers.info/coronavirus/
Worldhttps://www.ft.com/content/a26fbf7e-48f8-11ea-aeb3-955839e06441

Spain Coronavirus Data from Spain’s Ministerio de Sanidad, Official C-19 Pages:
https://www.mscbs.gob.es/en/profesionales/saludPublica/ccayes/alertasActual/nCov-China/situacionActual.htm 
AND
https://cnecovid.isciii.es/covid19/

Coronavirus Cases in Andalucia, Axarquia, Costa del Sol & Malaga Province:
http://www.juntadeandalucia.es/institutodeestadisticaycartografia/salud/COVID19.html

UK Coronavirus:
https://www.worldometers.info/coronavirus/country/uk/

 

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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
Saturday: Competa, Mezquitilla@Algarrobo behind the Sala Ottowa
Sunday: Velez Malaga, Nerja Car Boot

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

Phone numbers for emergencies
Emergency Svcs.: 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 News in English, The Sur: http://www.surinenglish.com/
Spain National News in English, El Pais: https://elpais.com/elpais/inenglish.html
EU News in English, EuroWeekly: https://www.euroweeklynews.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: http://www.currency-converter.com/
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DigameXtra No. 2031 Wednesday, August 11th, 2021

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For the official Andalucia Covid rules for your town, in Spanish only, go to this site, click your town, and find your rules in the lower left corner of the page. Click a category, then click the “+” sign to expand the rules: https://www.mapacovid.es

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Art Room Art & Ceramics Gallery, Canillas de Albaida:
Now open again after being fully vaccinated.
Open by appointment everyday from 11.00am – 7.00pm.
Original paintings, prints and paintographs by Mitch France, ceramics by Chris France.
Now we have canvas prints on wood frames that look pretty much like the original at a much lower cost (from €40) ready to hang.
Subject matter: Musicians, Morocco, Cuba, abstract, Flamenco dancers, local scenes. Commissions considered.
To view all the work, for information on the artists and directions to the gallery go to: www.artroom-gallery.com
Maximum 4 people per visit, masks and social distancing obligatory and sanitiser available. The galley is also well ventilated and air conditioned.
You can book an appointment through the website or contact Mitch: 616 891 473 (Whatsapp).
Email: mitchbanjo@hotmail.com
Facebook: mitchfranceart
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Soundshine Band: Saturday 14Aug at 17:00 at Habla Pez, Torremolinos boardwalk. With Denice Daley and Javi Malagamba.
Location: Paseo Marítimo Playamar, 69,Torremolinos. 29620 Málaga. Info/Res +34 633 86 91 33 

 

Dempsey’s Irish Bar- Steak Night w/ live music from Shaun Greaves: Tonight Wednesday 11AUG.
2 Irish sirloin steaks with jacket potato or chips, mushrooms, grilled tomato, onion rings- Only €25
Address: Local 2 & 3 Doña Lola, Calahonda 29649 Málaga
Info & Res: +34 951 23 42 85
https://www.facebook.com/groups/costadelparty/permalink/4490000461044597

 

Karaoke Friday at El Mico Bar: An amazing fun night out to start your weekend with your fabulous host Aaron Lawrence. 8-11pm
Calle Jaén 2 Local 13 29620 Torremolinos-Málaga  FB link 

 

Concert in Benalmádena: Wednesday 11AUG 10pm, concert hosted by the Ayuntamiento de Benalmádena, with brilliant violinist Naiara Castillejo + Jesus Gomez. Free outdoor, what more could you ask for? 

 

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-Gardening – from weeding to landscaping, stonework (walls, paths, etc) a speciality. Transport and tools all provided by me, my time can be hired in 3 time slots of 4, 6 and 8 hours at a cost of 50€, 75€ and 100€ respectively plus any required materials at cost or fixed price quote if you prefer.
-Small construction/demolition jobs – walls, fencing, guttering, tiling etc. costs as above or fixed price quote if you prefer.
-Painting and decorating – interior or exterior, tools all supplied, materials extra at cost . costs as above or fixed price quote if you prefer.
Evenings, weekends and holidays both Spanish and English are all included at no extra cost. I am always busy and usually require between 2 and 4 weeks notice before I can start work but I can usually carry out quotations fairly quickly.
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Coast Fm Gold:
Things are starting to get back to ‘Normal’ …now what?
Let people know you are open for business by advertising on the radio, where you will be heard 4 to 6 times a day, in the car, the kitchen, the bedroom, even on the beach!
No magazine can do that!
97.6 Coast Fm Gold is the Eastern Costa del Sol’s number one radio station, heard locally and all over the world on 97.6fm, Online, Google, Siri, Alexa and on Tunein!
Based in Nerja and broadcasting 24 hours a day, your advert would be heard between 4 to 6 times a day, every day at the same cost as a magazine or local newspaper, which are looked at maybe once or even missed…….you can’t miss whats on the radio unless it’s switched off!
We script it, do the voiceover, add music and once approved by you…..we broadcast it!
Whether your a bar an estate agent, supermarket or have a product or service you would like the world to know about, let them know on 97.6 Coast Fm Gold.
Email to studio @ coastfmgold.com or WhatsApp to 691934626 or leave message and we will call you back!

 

Golden Leaves Funeral Plans:
Pre-planning your funeral is a thoughtful and responsible way to show you care about your family.
Funerals are no easy task. There are numerous considerations to factor in, including logistics, food and drink, casket purchase and burial grounds. A loved one’s death brings immense emotional strain to any family, and the question of financing and arrangements only exacerbates the stress.
Handling all of these challenges is difficult enough in one’s normal circumstances, but having to go through it while abroad is an enormous burden.
Golden Leaves Funeral Plans aims to support grieving families during these tumultuous times. Since our inception in 1984, we have partnered with a widespread network of funeral directors across the UK and Europe.
Purchasing a funeral plan with Golden Leaves enables you to plan, design and pay for your funeral services in advance.
As one of the leading providers of expat prepaid funeral plans in Spain, Portugal, Cyprus, Balearic Islands, and the Canary Islands, we make sure to adequately support your family in the time of greatest need.
If you are an expat family in need of prepaid funeral services please contact Ruth on phone or whats app + 34 693 715 718
Based in Javea/Alicante. Company Reg. No: 2935393
Email: Ruth.forder@goldenleaves.com

 

People Group Spain: Luggage Storage in Nerja
If you have a rental property but struggle to find somewhere for your guests to store luggage on arrival or departure, then struggle no more. At People Group Spain we offer luggage storage from our office located at Calle Diputación 9. All items are securely tagged and can be stored for a cost of just 3€ per item per day. Luggage can be dropped off between 10:00 and 13:00, Monday to Saturday, and can be collected again by appointment at any time until 20:00. The facilities can also be used on Sundays with a prior reservation. For more information or reservations please contact us on +34 615 763 349 or by email at admin@peoplegroupspain.com. 

 

Mobile Hairdresser: Hi, my name is Jenny and I’d like to introduce myself. I am a fully qualified mobile hairdresser with over 12 years experience, fully legal and up to date with current Covid-19 regulations. Appointments now being taken for Torrox and surrounding areas. I am now at La Raqueta Market, Nerja, every first Saturday of the month from 10am till 2pm for ladies & mens wet and dry cuts. WhatsApp, private message or call for an appointment in your own home or chat about what you would like.
Tel or WhatsApp 622 690 133, Email: jmainwood01 @ gmail dot com (no spaces) or go to my Facebook page
Jenny, Torrox 

 

Trapeze Yoga and Macramé Day in Frigliana:
Saturday 28th August. 09:30 until 16:00
Cost: 70€ for a full day of activities.
The day includes:
A dynamic Trapeze Yoga session for beginners closing with aromatherapy/guided meditation.
A Macramé Workshop
A healthy plant based lunch.
A relaxing swim & sunbathe.
The day is finished off with tea or coffee with cake.
Contact: Donna on 608 966 663
Email: donnacarney49@hotmail.com 

 

Removal and Collection – Men With Vans:
You’ve heard of a Man with a Van, now meet Men with Vans.
For all your local removal needs we have men and vans at your disposal. Whether you are moving home or need a single item moving, then we can help.
House clearance, Garage clearance and rubbish removals. IKEA, Bricomart and Leroy Merlin runs, we can even assemble your flatpacks. Give us a call.
Need something from one of the big stores in Malaga? Give us a call and leave it to us to deliver to your door.
Prices from 25 euros an hour.
Call or Whatsapp John on 622 067 357 or visit our Facebook page: facebook.com/menwithvans 
Based in Nerja and Torrox we operate throughout Andalusia.
Men With Vans: John 622 067 357

 

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Halting Erosion using Vetiver:
From Vetiver Spain in Sayalonga
Our Nursery is open by appointment depending on the current travel restrictions. Please email or call first. We have Moringa seedlings, Organic Moringa powder and Comfrey plants. We also have some local trees and some exotic trees from Africa.
Vetiver is a rapid growing and non-invasive sterile 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 now. We are located in Sayalonga where we can plant year round but our best results by far start in February. The reason is that Vetiver is indigenous to India and Vetiver 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 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.
In the 2 photos below you will see land prepared for Vetiver and the results 2 years later.
We also use Vetiver along driveways and sidewalks. It also makes a great and inexpensive ornamental hedge.
Here is a link to a short video showing the results.
https://youtu.be/rjTmb_LL2uo
We suggest planting now, as this is the BEST time of the year to plant.
To see more images of Vetiver go to this link.
https://www.vetiverspain.org/photo-gallery.html
Presently we have some specials, which include free shipping to numerous locations.
For more information please contact us.
Please visit us or visit our website:
www.vetiverspain.com
Email: info@vetiverspain.com
Telephone: (34) 692 288 657

 

 

Great Deals From The Nerja Household Centre:
-Square pine coffee table lovely detail in the wood new handles and waxed Measurements 90 x 90 x 53cms. Price 60€
-2 matching natural bedside lockers with new handles Measurements Width 48cms Depth 33cms Height 59cms Price 40€ each (sold as a pair)
-Farmhouse style solid pine table with drawer each end with 4 matching chairs also olive green chalk paint table base & natural wood olive chairs Length 139cms Depth 80cms Height 76cms Price 260€
contact Jackie/nerja 672170429
info at nerja household centre dot com 

 

For Sale: Raised Toilet Seat with handles. As new condition. €25. Buyer collects, Donna, Nerja.
suzanneDOTdonna@gmail.com 

 

Recommendations & Requests

 

Gestor: In connection with a car purchase, we need to find a Gestor. Does anyone know a good Gestor in the Torrox area?
Annette, Torrox
Email: logiboulevarden@gmail.com

 

From many of the local Ayuntamientos: Vax Access Problems?
If you’re attached to any Malaga-Axarchy Health Area Health Center, and you have difficulty getting vaccinated and are in one of these circumstances, there is help:
-Over 12 years old
-You recovered from Covid over 6 months ago
-Missed second appointment
-Won’t be in Malaga for 2nd dose
-You are pregnant
Write with your details in the mail:
citascovid.agsema.sspa@juntadeandalucia.es
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News & Articles

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COVID-19

Andalusia reduces Covid infections and incidence but records 28 deaths, highest in months: {Translation, summary} Updated: 10/08/2021, 19:45.
-Andalusia has added 3,418 Covid-19 infections this Tuesday. This is almost a thousand less than yesterday, Monday, and, more importantly, almost a thousand less than those recorded on the same day last week. This is relevant because it confirms that the fifth wave of the pandemic is receding.
-In the configuration of the health crisis, the first thing that goes down when a wave recedes is infections. The same is true of the first thing to go up when the opposite is the case. Then the number of people hospitalised one or two weeks later drops, followed by the number of ICUs and, finally, deaths. Andalusia would be at the turning point where both the number of patients and those hospitalised are already falling, and it remains to be seen whether next week the number of ICUs will also fall and, a little later, the number of deaths.
-The number of deaths from Covid-19 in Andalusia continues to rise. This is normal, because they still have to rise for one or two weeks, as has been explained. Moreover, these deaths are the result not so much of the current cases but of the peak of more than 5,000 daily infections that occurred weeks ago. On Tuesday, 28 deaths were recorded, the highest number since 11 May. In total, 10,486 people have died in Andalusia since the pandemic began. Source, Spanish: https://sevilla.abc.es/andalucia/sevi-andalucia-reduce-contagios-incidencia-covid-pero-anota-28-muertos-cifra-mas-alta-meses-202108101255_noticia.html 

SPAIN

Spain braces for heatwave with 10 provinces on alert for high temperatures: The thermometer is forecast to rise to above 40ºC on Friday and Saturday, and could exceed 44ºC in the southern region of Andalusia.
Ten Spanish provinces in six regions are on alert for high temperatures, Spain’s national weather agency Aemet reported on Tuesday. The warning comes ahead of a heatwave that is forecast to hit most of the country on Wednesday, and last between five and six days. Full article: https://english.elpais.com/news/2021-08-10/spain-braces-for-heatwave-with-10-provinces-on-alert-for-high-temperatures.html

MALAGA

Airport security guards set to begin strike at Malaga-Costa del Sol airport: No agreement has been reached so security guards who work at the Malaga-Costa del Sol airport will go on strike this Thursday, August 12. The strike has been called over the “non-compliance with the collective agreement and the specifications”. All security services at the airport will be affected by the strike and this includes car parks, scanners and other areas too. Full article: https://www.euroweeklynews.com/2021/08/10/airport-security-guards-set-to-begin-strike-at-malaga-costa-del-sol-airport/

 

Nerja Covid Screening Results: Health councilor Javier Rodriguez reports that the mass screening conducted yesterday (Monday) afternoon in Nerja by the Board of Andalucia’s Health and Family Counsel has detected 6 new positive coronavirus cases, with a 21 % turnout, with 173 tests done of the 825 person summoned. Source: FB link

 

Feel Malaga festival will feature more than 70 shows and nearly 1,000 musicians:
From 14 August until November the streets of Malaga will be filled with music as the ‘Feel Malaga’ festival swings into action, featuring no less than 70 shows on 20 stages around the city, and with almost 1,000 musicians.
The festival will kick off on 14 August at the Eduardo Ocón venue, with six copla and flamenco shows.
The Municipal Auditorium will, from 15 August, offer a cast of national artists including but not limited to Diana Navarro, Aurora Guirado, Morta, Danza Invisible, Efecto Mariposa, Señor Mirinda and Manolo Sarriá from Malaga. They are joined by Rosario, Café Quijano, Miguel Ríos and David de María.
See a full schedule of events here: https://www.malaga.eu/visorcontenido/ANUDocumentDisplayer/162599/PROGRAMA.pdf
Full article: http://www.surinenglish.com/local/202108/10/feel-malaga-festival-will-20210810174314.html 

 

Cruise activity increases in Malaga with the arrival of one of the largest sailboats in the world: This increase in movements follows the decision of the Windstar Cruises shipping company to make three stops in the city, and two of them will be with one of the largest sailboats in the world.
Windstar is a cruise company with a long history in Malaga. On 12 and 20 August their ship Wind Surf will dock in the city. It is a spectacular five mast sailboat, considered one of the largest in the world in its category, and it can carry 312 passengers.
In addition, on 21 August, the Star Legend, a 135-metre-long ship, with a maximum capacity of 212 passengers, will spend one night in port so that cruise passengers will be able to enjoy two days in the capital of the Costa del Sol. Full article: http://www.surinenglish.com/local/202108/10/cruise-activity-increases-malaga-20210810181827.html 

UK

Prince Andrew sued in American federal court for sexual abuse allegations made by Jeffrey Epstein victim Virginia Roberts: Prince Andrew can still be tried for sex abuse claims in a civil case even if he never steps foot back in America – and faces damages ‘in the millions’ if he loses. Prince Andrew is under no obligation to travel to America to defend himself against the allegations – which he has repeatedly denied – because courts can’t extradite citizens in civil cases. But legal experts say if he choses not to take part in the case, he could still face a trial in the civil courts in his absence. Full article:
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-9880225/Prince-Andrew-face-trial-Virginia-Roberts-sex-abuse-claims-doesnt-court.html

SPORTS

Football News- Paris Saint-Germain signs soccer star Lionel Messi to two-year deal: Argentine soccer sensation Lionel Messi signed a two-year contract with Paris Saint-Germain on Tuesday, officially ending his 17-year tenure as the cornerstone for Spanish La Liga club FC Barcelona.
Sources told Sky Sports, The Athletic and the New York Times that the pact is worth about $34.6 million per season and includes a third-year option. Full article: https://www.upi.com/Sports_News/Soccer/2021/08/10/france-Lionel-Messi-signs-with-PSG-soccer/3291628606073/ 

First look at Messi in his new uniform.

 

Tennis News- Rafael Nadal out of National Bank Open due to foot injury: Via the official National Bank Open website, Rafael Nadal confirmed Tuesday he is removing himself from the Toronto tournament running this week because of the left foot injury that kept him from competing at Wimbledon and the Tokyo Olympics. Full article: https://www.yardbarker.com/tennis/articles/rafael_nadal_out_of_national_bank_open_due_to_foot_injury/s1_13132_3559192

OTHER

Cancel Culture Eats It’s Own- “Woke” Democrat Andrew Cuomo Resigns as New York’s Governor Following Sexual-Harassment Claims: New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo resigned Tuesday in the wake of a report that found he violated state and federal sexual-harassment laws, capping months of speculation over the fate of the politician who had been hailed for his leadership early on in the pandemic.
The report, issued in early August by New York Attorney General Letitia James, said Mr. Cuomo sexually harassed multiple women, created a hostile work environment and retaliated against at least one former employee. Full article: https://www.wsj.com/articles/andrew-cuomo-resigns-as-new-yorks-governor-11628611790 

COVID Mobility Restrictions Info Reference

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For the latest COVID-19 statistics visit:

Worldhttps://www.worldometers.info/coronavirus/
Worldhttps://www.ft.com/content/a26fbf7e-48f8-11ea-aeb3-955839e06441

Spain Coronavirus Data from Spain’s Ministerio de Sanidad, Official C-19 Pages:
https://www.mscbs.gob.es/en/profesionales/saludPublica/ccayes/alertasActual/nCov-China/situacionActual.htm 
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https://cnecovid.isciii.es/covid19/

Coronavirus Cases in Andalucia, Axarquia, Costa del Sol & Malaga Province:
http://www.juntadeandalucia.es/institutodeestadisticaycartografia/salud/COVID19.html

UK Coronavirus:
https://www.worldometers.info/coronavirus/country/uk/

 

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Home needed for kitten: A good home is needed for this pretty lively female brindle kitten – 8 weeks plus old and weaned.
The campo cat mother I feed brought her kittens to me and I now have too many rescue cats.
Please call Maggie on 722809426. Los Romanes.
La Vinuela area or I can bring to the coast 

 

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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
Saturday: Competa, Mezquitilla@Algarrobo behind the Sala Ottowa
Sunday: Velez Malaga, Nerja Car Boot

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

Phone numbers for emergencies
Emergency Svcs.: 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 News in English, The Sur: http://www.surinenglish.com/
Spain National News in English, El Pais: https://elpais.com/elpais/inenglish.html
EU News in English, EuroWeekly: https://www.euroweeklynews.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
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For the official Andalucia Covid rules for your town, in Spanish only, go to this site, click your town, and find your rules in the lower left corner of the page. Click a category, then click the “+” sign to expand the rules: https://www.mapacovid.es

Another good, reliable source for updated Covid news, announcements and statistics are both your local
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UPDATE 06AUG: No Covid Passports or Test Results Necessary to Enter Andalucia Nightclubs. The TSJA has denied the judicial ratification of the measure contained in the Order of 5 August limiting access to the interior of leisure and catering establishments with music to those persons who can prove that they are in possession of the COVID certificate or accreditation of negative PCR or antigen test in the last 72 hours. Translated, Source, Spanish: https://sevilla.abc.es/andalucia/sevi-coronavirus-andalucia-tsja-tumba-pasaporte-covid-para-acceder-interior-discotecas-andalucia-202108062059_noticia.html

 

Upcoming Concerts at Plaza de Toros, Estepona:
-Thursday Aug 12, Dorian + Leo (singer-songwriters)
-Thursday Aug 19, Maren + Elefantes (Pop/Rock/Indie)
-Thursday Aug 26, La Habitacion Roja + Cora Yako + Chef Creador (Pop/Rock/Indie)
-Friday Sep 3, Baron Rojo (Metal/Rock) (see video for a recent clip)
Calle Matías Prats, 1, 29680 Estepona
Get tix at: https://conciertos.club/malaga/locales/plaza-de-toros-de-estepona
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Outdoor Movie Viewing- Disney’s, The Lion King:
Wednesday, August 11, 10pm in the Deportiva Zone of Ferrara, Torrox Costa. FB link 

 

El Morche Fishing Contest 2021: Our Traditions Continue!
For almost 50 years, El Morche has been celebrating this event commemorating its sailor roots. And it has always been one of the most significant events of the El Morche Fair in La Choza. This year, due to the special circumstances of the pandemic, we will not be able to enjoy our fair but we can enjoy the good atmosphere among fans of a fishing journey, an activity that today is a sport for participants and that was a means of living from our ancestors.
A people that honor its roots is a living people.
The day marked will be August 15th, the day our patroness, the Virgin of Carmen, would have traveled her waters.
Registrations can be made in Jaws Surf and Kiosk Fernando in El Morche and in Pescamar in Torre Del Mar. More info on phone: 607.927.100 and 680.155.101
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Free entry to Legend of Sports exhibition in Fuengirola museum: Open Tuesday to Sunday from 6pm to 10pm (plus 10am to 2pm at weekends), the free exhibition with more than 500 objects relating to the major milestones of the sport nationally and internationally will run until September 19 and concentrates on a significant number of popular sports as well recognising local athletes. Source: https://www.diariosur.es/costadelsol/fuengirola-inaugura-exposicion-20210803150215-nt.html

 

Velez Malaga- Municipal Music Band concert programming in August:
-Tuesday Aug 10th, 8pm. Templete de Musica en Paseo Maritimo, Torre del Mar
-Thursday Aug 12th, 8pm. Paseo Maritimo Frente Restaurante Eclipse. Caleta de Velez
-Sat., Aug 14th, 8pm. Templete de Musica en Paseo Maritimo, Torre del Mar
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Archgrove Services: A family run light haulage/transport company with bases in Archez, Spain and near Oxford, UK.
We provide a one stop service for all your transport needs and pride ourselves on reliability, flexibility, good communication and a very much ‘can do’ approach. No job is too small and there is always a solution.
Our services include:
-Regular runs between UK and Spain
-Transport of personal property from full house moves to vehicles down to small single items
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Extensions, retaining walls, driveways, swimming pools, damp problems, roofs, blocked drains.
Replacement kitchens and bathrooms, Tiling and terraces. Plumbing, electrics and plastering, painting.
Architect service, building licence applications.
Handyman service now available for those smaller jobs.
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Home from Home:
Your home in the Axarquia region prepared for your arrival.
We are a local couple near Lake Vinuela with many years property management experience in the UK, happy to take care of all your holiday home preparation needs.
Homes cleaned and aired, beds made and small maintenance jobs taken care of. Basic supplies can be bought and delivered prior to your arrival if required.
Additional services include:
Holiday changeovers
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Munro Catering Services: Based in Frigiliana providing food for every occasion.
-We specialise in providing high quality at good value for most types of catering event with an excellent choice of menus. We pride ourselves on excellent customer service. We believe in getting it right every time and we provide a high degree of flexibility to our customers.
-We have many customers who use us regularly selecting from our standard menus and then work with us to provide customised menus and services for special events e.g., providing hot sit-down meals in house for private events, canapés for product launches and providing all day catering weddings/parties should this be your requirement.
-For those special occasions when something different is required please contact us as we can provide a range of options from a hot food buffet, a sit-down meal served by our staff or even individual packed lunches for example for walking groups, painting groups that are in a rural area for the day, or your golf society to have a break at the ninth hole. We also provide cookery classes for groups of up to 10 people either in your own home or a hired venue. We can even come along to your barbecue and cook your food and serve your drinks to allow you to enjoy time with your guests.
-Personal Chef – We cater for you whilst on holiday providing a chef for a one off/part/all the time for breakfast, lunch and dinner. With our combination of bespoke menus and access to equipment and professional staff we are ideally placed to cater for everything you would require, we are flexible and will work with you to provide exactly the level of service you need. We can provide a Party Menu when some informal nibbles are required to a full sit-down meal with hire of tables, chairs, China, cutlery and staff. Bespoke doesn’t mean expensive, it just means we make exactly what you want. We have a range of standard menus to suit most occasions and can tailor any of our menus or create customer specific menus
For further information please contact Sharon Munro
Tel: +34 711084618
Email: munrospain@gmail.com

 

Gartentango- Dance Classes: Time to get back to the dance floor! We will start a milonguita with an open class prior to it next Friday in La Herradura. The class will be multilevel taught in English and Spanish starting at 19:30. The milonguita will start immediately after the class at 21:00 until midnight. Cost per person for class is 10€, or 4 times for 30€, for milonga 5€ incl. one drink. For more information and reservation of your place as the number of participants is limited, please send a PM or Whatsapp to 608610943.  FB link

 

Protective Pendant Workshop: Saturday 21st August. 12-4pm
Come along to this cool workshop in Velez Malaga to make a protective pendant for your home.
We will be conducting an intensive mosaic workshop to make these beautiful pendants for the balance and protection of your home. €40 includes materials.
You can choose the one you like the most!
Reserve your place at: 643154495
Info: donnacarney49@hotmail.com

 

Items For Sale / Wanted / Rent

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Great Deals From The Nerja Household Centre:
Table. Natural wood waxed with drawer fronts done in a grey & yellow chalk paint. Both sides of the top of table lift for storage. Metal base Measurements
111.50 x 56 x 43cms Price 90€
contact Jackie/nerja 672170429
info at nerja household centre dot com 

 

For Sale: Confidence Fitness folding stationary exercise bike. Excellent condition. €60. Buyer collects. Donna, Nerja. suzanneDOTdonna@gmail.com 

 

FREE: Single Bed Frame. Dark blue metal bed frame with supportive slats. Pikolin Fibermaster. In great used condition.
Dimensions: width – 90cm; length – 190 cm; height – 30 cm.
Collection only, campo near Bentomiz – north of Algorobbo and south of Arenas. Anthony.
WhatsApp texts only please: +44 7834 507703; or
Email: the dot dixons at spainmail dot com 

 

Wanted: Long Term Rental- For Naythan & Mr. Bones (my dog)
-Torrox to Velez Malaga, near the coast.
-Looking for a 1 bedroom flat on the ground or first floor. Or a small casita. No studios please.
-Must have reliable wifi pre-installed (min. 30Mb/s).
-Must have a supermarket within walking distance.
-Unfurnished is OK, but must have a basic kitchen and a washer.
-I have a dog, a very gentle Galgo that almost never barks. He is 12 yrs old, one flight of stairs at a time is about all he can manage.
-I tend to work and walk the dog late at night, so a place without delicate neighbors will be required.
-I can pay up to €300/month, plus power, water & wifi bills.
-I prefer to pay all rent and bills in a single cash payment to the owner/manager once a month.
-My intention is for a 2 to 3 year occupancy. Longer if it suits me well.
-I’m not in a hurry, I can wait a few months.
Please send details to Naythan, Torrox Costa
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Wanted, 2 items:
-Ceiling fan. Working or not. Must have all parts for mounting on ceiling.
-Metal shelving. Needed for basement storage. Please send details or pictures.
Jane, Frigiliana. WhatsApp +44 7866635626.

 

Recommendations & Requests

 

Driver’s License Info: I am an American citizen that has just became a resident of Spain. (Finally). I currently have a Florida driver’s license. Has an American out there gone through the process of changing your license? What is the procedure and is it in English? Laura / Fuente Camacho
My email is: lavery8879@gmail.com

 

Recommendation for First aid and CPR for pets: I attended Kaya’s course on dog (and cat) first aid and resuscitation. I learnt so much! Professional instruction with hands on practice in a relaxed atmosphere. Some really practical and sensible information on how to look after your pet, prevent accidents and illness and what to do in an emergency situation.
I would recommend this course to anyone who owns or cares for dogs. Great value too!
More info on Facebook @pcwbykaya. (Paws Claws and Whiskers)
Thanks Kaya!
Gill, Competa, derek_sibson @ hotmail . com

 

News & Articles

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COVID-19

Andalucía lowers its coronavirus incidence rate for the sixth day to 565.6: The Andalusian region has registered a total of 4,184 new cases of coronavirus in the combined data for this Monday, 9 August and Sunday, 8 August, fewer than the 4,467 of the same day last week; ten deaths follow the fourteen on Saturday- four were registered in Malaga, three in Cordoba, one each in Jaén, Cadiz and Almeria provinces.
The region’s cumulative incidence rate has dropped for the sixth time after 33 days of consecutive increases and stands at 565.6 per 100,000 inhabitants in the last 14 days, some 10.8 points less in 48 hours and 18.7 points less in a week. Full article:
http://www.surinenglish.com/national/202108/09/andalucia-lowers-coronavirus-incidence-20210809124610.html 

SPAIN

The wholesale price of the light continues to set new records- this Tuesday climbs another 4,8% overnight!: {Translation, summary} Updated: 09 August, 2021 – 14:55.
-The average price of electricity in the wholesale market have been located for this Tuesday in 111,88 euros a megawatt hour (MWh), a figure that represents a new historical maximum and exceeds in 4.8% the previous record, set for this Monday at 106,74 euros, according to data from the market operator OMIE.
-If you compare it with the price that was paid on the second Tuesday of August of a year ago, 38,88 € /MWh, the wholesale price of electricity, which in Spain is used in reference to calculate the regulated tariff, has nearly tripled.
For slots, the price for the Tuesday will range between €120/MWh, which will cost from 21:00 to 23:00 , and the 102,22 euros that will be worth between 17:00 and 18:00.
Source, Spanish: https://www.malagahoy.es/economia/precio-mayorista-luz-records-martes-sube_0_1600040820.html

UK

EU Mobile roaming charges- Vodafone & EE have announced new roaming charges for UK customers travelling to Europe from 2022:
The return of surcharges on roaming in Europe for Vodafone customers sees the mobile network provider become the second company to bring back roaming charges since they were largely suspended in June 2017, with EE announcing the return of roaming fees for some customers in the wake of Brexit earlier this year.
EE announced new roaming charges on June 24 in the form of a £2 per day flat fee for customers roaming across 47 European destinations from January 2022. The flat fee will allow customers to use their plan’s existing minutes, texts and data, with those affected being new customers or those upgrading to EE from July 7 2021. Full article: https://www.scotsman.com/lifestyle/travel/eu-roaming-charges-how-much-are-vodafones-roaming-charges-did-brexit-cause-return-of-roaming-fees-for-vodafone-and-ee-3285925

EUROPE

France implements Covid-19 health pass despite protests:
The government is pressing ahead with the extension of an already-existing health pass to apply to cafes, restaurants and intercity travel on Monday, despite four weekends of angry protests that saw almost a quarter of a million rally nationwide on Saturday. Full article: https://www.france24.com/en/france/20210809-france-to-implement-coronavirus-health-pass-despite-protests

OTHER

Perseid’s annual meteor shower is back: One of the best meteor showers of the year, the Perseid Meteor Shower, is now ongoing through August 14. The best time to see the most meteors will be on the night of August 12 and until the 13 in the morning. This year, the crescent moon sets around 10:30 p.m. local time, leaving us with dark skies. In contrast, next year’s Perseids are set under a full moon, drastically reducing the hourly rate.
If you are lucky enough to observe from a dark sky without any stray light, enjoy the strip of our Milky Way galaxy as this collective glow of billions of distant stars stretches from Sagittarius in the south to Cassiopeia in the north.Full article:
https://www.fr24news.com/a/2021/08/perseids-annual-meteor-shower-is-back-ashcroft-cache-creek-journal.html 

COVID Mobility Restrictions Info Reference

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For the latest COVID-19 statistics visit:

Worldhttps://www.worldometers.info/coronavirus/
Worldhttps://www.ft.com/content/a26fbf7e-48f8-11ea-aeb3-955839e06441

Spain Coronavirus Data from Spain’s Ministerio de Sanidad, Official C-19 Pages:
https://www.mscbs.gob.es/en/profesionales/saludPublica/ccayes/alertasActual/nCov-China/situacionActual.htm 
AND
https://cnecovid.isciii.es/covid19/

Coronavirus Cases in Andalucia, Axarquia, Costa del Sol & Malaga Province:
http://www.juntadeandalucia.es/institutodeestadisticaycartografia/salud/COVID19.html

UK Coronavirus:
https://www.worldometers.info/coronavirus/country/uk/

 

Pets

 

Homes needed: Hi, urgently needed loving homes for two female kittens, now nine weeks old. They are well socialised & litter tray trained, very active & adventurous but seriously cute with it. Mum came to us pregnant & gave birth here, we cared for her & her babies but we cannot keep them, mainly because our ageing cat is getting very stressed with the whole situation. Please call us on 653 11 11 89, or 699 61 77 54, WhatsApp is probably the best option as our phone coverage in the campo is not great, we are in Cómpeta campo, we can arrange to meet anywhere nearby. John 

 

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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
Saturday: Competa, Mezquitilla@Algarrobo behind the Sala Ottowa
Sunday: Velez Malaga, Nerja Car Boot

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

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Emergency Svcs.: 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 News in English, The Sur: http://www.surinenglish.com/
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DigameXtra No. 2029 Monday, August 9th, 2021

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COVID-19 VIRUS HOTLINE: Information hotline for those who suspect they may have the coronavirus. Anyone experiencing symptoms should stay at home and dial 900 400 061 or 955 545 060 – and only call 112 in an emergency.

For the official Andalucia Covid rules for your town, in Spanish only, go to this site, click your town, and find your rules in the lower left corner of the page. Click a category, then click the “+” sign to expand the rules: https://www.mapacovid.es

Another good, reliable source for updated Covid news, announcements and statistics are both your local
Ayuntamiento & the Junta de Andalucia’s FB and Twitter pages. @AndaluciaJunta  https://twitter.com/AndaluciaJunta  https://www.facebook.com/AndaluciaJunta/

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UPDATE 06AUG: No Covid Passports or Test Results Necessary to Enter Andalucia Nightclubs. The TSJA has denied the judicial ratification of the measure contained in the Order of 5 August limiting access to the interior of leisure and catering establishments with music to those persons who can prove that they are in possession of the COVID certificate or accreditation of negative PCR or antigen test in the last 72 hours. Translated, Source, Spanish: https://sevilla.abc.es/andalucia/sevi-coronavirus-andalucia-tsja-tumba-pasaporte-covid-para-acceder-interior-discotecas-andalucia-202108062059_noticia.html

 

Phoenix Club: Our social club is fully open once again, so do pop in.
Trips
August
-20th – Flamenco in the grounds of the Alhambra Palace. Tickets €35 includes Show, Coach fare and drivers tip.
September
-3rd – Trip to Gib €15pp
-17th – A trip to Mini Hollywood with buffet lunch. 51€pp includes coach fare, entrance, buffet lunch and drivers gratuity
October
-08th – Trip to Gib €15pp includes €1 for the driver. If you are a Spanish resident, please bring your passport and either your TIE or green card with you. Please show both at the border crossing and your passport will not be stamped.
-15th – A trip to Guadix to visit the Cave houses and trip on a wally train. The day will include a visit to a cave church, an ancient cave, an inhabited cave and finally the viewpoint – all with audio in English. Price €22.50pp includes coach, train fare and drivers gratuity.
December
-23rd – 27th Christmas break. 4* Hotel Bahia in Almunecar. Price includes full board accommodation, buffet meals with wine, Gala dinner on Christmas Eve and special lunch on Christmas Day, coach fare and tips for hotel staff and driver.
€265 based on 2 sharing a double room/€350 Single room
Deposit €75 and is non refundable.
The Phoenix Social club is a registered association. We meet at the La Vega bar every Tuesday and you can find it just behind the Repsol garage on the way out of Torre towards Benajarafe. We are now open from 12 noon until 2pm.
For further information, please contact Gail on 951067723 / 626370695 or email phoenixsocialclub@yahoo.co.uk for more information

 

NEW HOURS FOR AUGUST– Yfke’s Bar- Torrox Costa: Large snack menu including some tasty vegetarian choices & many Dutch treats. Indoor and terrace seating. 
Location- Mid-block on the west side of BLQ 8, Urb. Costa de Oro, Torrox Costa. From the beach paseo, turn in by the China shop, walk up past the sports bar on your right side to the next terrace full of tables & chairs. Yfke will be waiting to greet you. This is very close to the Torrox Costa Monday Market, so be sure to come by while you are in the neighborhood. MAP
Opening hours- Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 1200 to 1800  FB link 

 

 

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Hanningtons Kitchens and Bathrooms: We have been installing kitchens and bathrooms here on the Costa for 13 years. We pride ourselves on our professionalism, highest standards of work and customer service.
Whether you are thinking of updating an existing kitchen or bathroom, or whether you wish to create the kitchen or bathroom you have always dreamed of, we are here for you, every step of the way.
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Mandy’s Paintbox: Painter for 30 years. Painting work undertaken. Inside and outside large or small. Furniture painted or sprayed. Kitchens cabinets, wardrobes doors any colour any surface. Check out the before and after photos all the furniture was spray painted.
Call for advice WhatsApp 680739577
Email: amandajosiah@hotmail.com
My contact details can be found everyday in the Sponsor’s Section at the bottom of the issue. Here are “before” and “after” pics from my latest job.

 

 

Tony’s Butchers- Nerja:
Beef / Lamb / Pork / Poultry
Sausages&Bacon / Mixed Meat Boxes
Come by the shop or order online. Delivery available.
Visit our website for offerings, prices and order form.
Shop hours:
Tuesday-Friday 10am-5pm.
Saturday 9am-2pm.
Closed Sunday & Monday
-We deliver from Nerja along the coast to Estepona, the rest of mainland Spain we deliver by special courier next day delivery.
-We can deliver to a friend or family member and can add a gift message at no extra cost.
-Special orders welcome.
-Cash, cards and Paypal accepted.
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Great Deals from The Nerja Household Centre:
-Chest of multi color drawers with natural wooden surround with new bronze handles. 58.59 x 34 x 105cms Price 75€
-Leather adjustment high/ low stool 35€
-Solid castillan sideboard natural top and surround chalk paint multi color panels and drawers & waxed Measurements 160 x 34 x 78cms Price 250€
Contact Jackie/nerja 672170429
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For Sale: Moto G 30 excellent phone, €100.
5000 mAh battery 4gb 64gb supper smooth 1 month old excellent condition call Erika 635149472 Torrox 

 

Recommendations & Requests

 

Los Hermanos Restaurante: I would like to recommend a newish restaurant on Torrox called Los Hermanos run by two Belgian brothers. We’ve had very good quality meals there and their menu and drinks are very reasonably priced.
Av. Mediterraneo 5, Torrox Costa.  FB link
Barbara / Torrox, wickseyb at hotmail dot com

 

Oven Cleaner: Is there anyone out there who could recommend someone who cleans ovens the make is a Balay. It is in need of a early good Spring clean in the area Frigiliana, Nerja.
Many thanks. P. Claridge, Mobile No 620626127
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COVID-19

Andalusia adds 14 deaths and 4,360 cases Saturday, while its rate drops for the fourth day: {Translated, summary} Updated 07/08/2021 13:05
-Andalusia recorded a total of 4,360 cases of coronavirus on Saturday 7 August, down from 4,651 the day before and 5,138 seven days ago, according to data from the Ministry of Health and Families, which has recorded 14 deaths, less than the 16 deaths on Friday but double the seven on Saturday.
-On the other hand, the cumulative incidence rate of the community has fallen for the fourth time after chaining 33 days of consecutive increases and stands at 577 per 100,000 inhabitants in the last 14 days, 4.3 points less in 24 hours and 4.9 points less in a week.
-By provinces, Malaga is the one with the most cases, with 952, closely followed by Seville with 900, Cadiz with 748, Granada with 410, Jaen with 398, Almeria with 358, Cordoba with 308 and Huelva with 286.
-As for the 14 new deaths, four were recorded in Malaga, three in Granada, two in Jaen and Cadiz, and one each in the province of Almeria and Seville.
-Andalusia has recorded this Saturday a rise in hospitalised patients to a total of 1,361, 25 more in 24 hours and 136 more than seven days ago, while the number of patients in an Intensive Care Unit (ICU) has risen to 253, one more in one day and 30 more in one week.
-Malaga is the province with the most hospitalised patients with 501 and 90 in ICU, followed by Seville with 244 and 45 in ICU, Cadiz with 155 and 25 in ICU, Cordoba with 117 and 24 in ICU, Granada with 131 and 22 in ICU, Almeria with 79 and 19 in ICU, Jaen with 68 and 14 in ICU and Huelva with 66 and 14 in ICU.
Source, Spanish: https://www.granadadigital.es/andalucia-hospitalizados-coronavirus-granada/

 

The fifth wave recedes in Vélez, Torrox and Algarrobo, while it stabilises in Rincón and Nerja: {Translation} Updated: 8 AUG, 2021
-Árchez, Arenas, Canillas de Aceituno, Comares, Cútar, Salares and Sedella have not registered any cases of coronavirus in the last 14 days.
-The peak of infections of the fifth wave of COVID-19 in Axarquia has already peaked in some municipalities. This is also confirmed by the number of positives detected this week (543), which is the lowest since mid-July. Even so, the incidence remains variable in the different localities of the region and the decrease is not homogeneous, nor is it occurring at the same speed.
-Among the coastal municipalities of Axarquia, Velez-Malaga, Torrox and Algarrobo show a clear downward trend in the incidence rate. In the case of the Axarquia capital, its peak occurred on 26 July (636.2), but it has been this week when the decrease has become more evident (on Monday it had a rate of 601 cases, 558.5 on Tuesday, 574.3 on Wednesday, 530.6 on Thursday and 500.2 on Friday). In Torrox the peak occurred on 2 August (518.3) and since that date the incidence of coronavirus has fallen steadily (on Tuesday it had a rate of 490.4 cases, 451.4 on Wednesday, 384.6 on Thursday and 345.5 on Friday). Identical is the situation in Algarrobo, which peaked on 2 August (732.2) and has since improved its epidemiological indicators (on Tuesday it had a rate of 686.4 cases, 671.1 on Wednesday, 610.1 on Thursday and 549.1 on Friday).
-Rincón de la Victoria reached the highest rate of the fifth wave on 27 July (691). The evolution of infections this week seemed to indicate that the virus was receding in the locality (on Monday it had a rate of 635.7 cases, 656.2 on Tuesday, 627.5 on Wednesday and 576.2 on Thursday), but this Friday its incidence rose 26.7 points and stood at 602.9 positives per 100,000 inhabitants.
-In Nerja the evolution of the coronavirus incidence rate has stabilised. However, it remains the coastal municipality with the highest rate in the region. According to the latest Health data, this Friday it had an incidence of 1,002.6 cases per 100,000 inhabitants, similar to Thursday (1,002.6), higher than Wednesday (927) and Tuesday (988.5), and the same as last Monday (1,002.6).
*Another 13 municipalities of Axarquia at extreme risk*
-In addition to the five coastal municipalities already mentioned, 13 other towns in the region are at extreme risk, with incidence rates above 250 cases. In the case of Alcaucín, it is the municipality with the highest incidence of the virus in La Axarquía with 1,711.3 cases per 100,000 inhabitants. Also in this situation are Colmenar (938.7), Iznate (882), Alfarnatejo (824.2), Frigiliana (783.8), Alfarnate (751.2), Sayalonga (574), Totalán (407.1), Riogordo (330.5), Cómpeta (302.5), La Viñuela (292), Canillas de Albaida (263.5) and Periana (259).
-The incidence in the Axarquia Health District (which includes Casabermeja) is 537.2 cases per 100,000 inhabitants, while in the Malaga Health District (which includes Macharaviaya, Moclinejo, Rincón de la Victoria and Totalán, as well as Malaga city and Almogía) it is 894.5 cases per 100,000 inhabitants. For its part, the incidence in the province of Malaga stands at 745.7 cases per 100,000 inhabitants.
-The total number of cases with active infection (PDIA) in the last 14 days in the Axarquia region is distributed as follows:
412 in Vélez-Málaga; 294 in Rincón de la Victoria; 212 in Nerja; 62 in Torrox; 39 in Alcaucín; 36 in Algarrobo; 32 in Colmenar; 24 in Frigiliana; 12 in Cómpeta; 9 in Riogordo and Sayalonga; 8 in Alfarnate, Iznate and Periana; 7 in Benamocarra; 6 in La Viñuela; 3 in Alfarnatejo and Totalán; 2 in Benamargosa and Canillas de Albaida; and 1 in Almáchar, El Borge, Macharaviaya and Moclinejo. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/la-quinta-ola-retrocede-en-velez-torrox-y-algarrobo-mientras-que-se-estabiliza-en-rincon-y-nerja/

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The wholesale price of electricity will reach an all-time high this Monday, at 106.74 euros per MWh: {Translation} Updated 8 AUG 2021, 14:33
-The average price of electricity on the wholesale market, which determines part of the electricity bill, will reach an all-time high of 106.74 euros per megawatt hour (MWh) tomorrow, Monday, surpassing the current record of 106.57 euros per MWh, set on 21 July.
-According to data from the Iberian Electricity Market Operator (OMIE), the price set this Sunday for Monday 9 August – each day the price for the following day is negotiated – almost triples that of the second Monday in August 2020 (38.09 euros per MWh).
-By time slots, the maximum price for tomorrow will be between 22.00 and 23.00 hours, with 114.07 euros per MWh, and the minimum, between 17.00 and 18.00 hours, with 97.95 euros. The week thus begins with a new all-time high, after the first few days of August in which the price has remained at around 100 euros per MWh – only one working day, Friday 6 August, and weekends have fallen below this threshold – and July was the most expensive month in history, with an average of 92.4 euros per MWh.
-The price of electricity on the wholesale market, where electricity producers match their offers for the following day and prices are set for each hour of that day, has a weight of around 24% in the electricity bill of consumers on the regulated tariff or Voluntary Price for Small Consumers (PVPC), just over ten million.
-The 17 million or so consumers on the free market, who pay the prices offered per kilowatt hour by the companies with which they contract their supply, are not affected by upward fluctuations, but neither do they benefit from downward fluctuations, as happened last year.
-Despite the measures approved by the government to curb this rise in electricity prices – a reduction in VAT from 21% to 10% on electricity bills and the temporary suspension in the third quarter of the tax on electricity generation (7%) – the price of electricity on the wholesale market remains at unusually high levels for this time of year.
-Behind the price increases are the high gas prices on international markets and CO2 emission rights, which have been reaching record highs month after month in 2021. Source, Spanish: https://www.eldiario.es/economia/precio-mayorista-electricidad-alcanzara-manana-maximo-historico_1_8205201.html

EUROPE

Fire devours Greek island’s forests; residents urged to flee: Wildfires have erupted in many parts of the country during a weeklong heatwave, Greece’s worst in three decades, with searing temperatures and hot winds creating tinderbox conditions. Across the country, forest land has burned and dozens of homes and businesses have been destroyed.
Thousands of people have fled their homes on the Greek island of Evia as wildfires burned uncontrolled for a sixth day on Sunday, and ferries were on standby for more evacuations after taking many to safety by sea. Photo:AP. Full article: https://www.france24.com/en/europe/20210808-residents-say-nothing-left-after-wildfires-engulf-greece-s-evia-island

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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
Saturday: Competa, Mezquitilla@Algarrobo behind the Sala Ottowa
Sunday: Velez Malaga, Nerja Car Boot

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

Phone numbers for emergencies
Emergency Svcs.: 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 News in English, The Sur: http://www.surinenglish.com/
Spain National News in English, El Pais: https://elpais.com/elpais/inenglish.html
EU News in English, EuroWeekly: https://www.euroweeklynews.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
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Churches & Worship

 

New Life Church: Whether you live in Nerja or are visiting our area, we would be delighted to welcome you to New Life Church. 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 to God through Jesus Christ our Lord and Saviour.
Jesus said, “I am the Way and the Truth and the Life“
Sunday Service 11.00am
Prayer Meetings Wednesdays 11.00am
Pasaje San Miguel, Nerja
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Email: info@nlcnerja.com
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El Puente Christian Fellowship – Sunday Service
El Puente Christian Fellowship is a loving, multi-national, Bible believing community of Christ, who meet each Sunday at 11 am to worship The Lord. We enjoy a time of worship with contemporary songs and traditional hymns, and a message brought to us by one of the Elders or a visiting speaker.
The church meeting hall is situated underneath Maroma Inmobiliaria Puente Don Manuel, Cruce de Periana – 29713.
Full directions and further information can be found on our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/El-Puente-Christian-Fellowship-105285888299225/or please contact us by email on elpuentechristianfellowship@gmail.com. For those who cannot join us in person, we aim to stream Sunday services via the Facebook page (subject to a good internet connection!). 

 

St George’s Church Málaga: We are part of the Church of England in Spain covering the area from Torremolinos in the west to the outskirts of Nerja in the east and to the northern edge of Malaga province. 
We have three worship centres, in Velez-Málaga, Málaga city and Salinas. Everyone is welcome to our Sunday services in English, and you can also contact us to enquire about baptisms, marriage blessings, funerals, and house blessings. 
Father Louis, our Chaplain, is available for counsel and support, regardless of anyone’s beliefs or background. We aspire to be a welcoming and inclusive community, open to all people seeking faith and friendship. 
If you can’t get to church, we live-stream our Sunday services on Facebook, and also gather on Zoom for an informal service on Wednesday mornings. 
Sign up for our newsletter by emailing Father Louis at malagachaplain@gmail.com to receive login details, and news of other future events. We look forward to welcoming you and being of service.
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Friday: Almunecar, Salobrena, La Herradura- Summers only
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DigameXtra No. 2028 Saturday, August 7th, 2021

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UPDATE 06AUG: No Covid Passports or Test Results Necessary to Enter Andalucia Nightclubs. The TSJA has denied the judicial ratification of the measure contained in the Order of 5 August limiting access to the interior of leisure and catering establishments with music to those persons who can prove that they are in possession of the COVID certificate or accreditation of negative PCR or antigen test in the last 72 hours. Translated, Source, Spanish: https://sevilla.abc.es/andalucia/sevi-coronavirus-andalucia-tsja-tumba-pasaporte-covid-para-acceder-interior-discotecas-andalucia-202108062059_noticia.html

 

Trapiche Market: 
Trapiche market is open from 09:30 hrs -13:30 hrs every Tuesday.
In July and August the opening times are 09:30 hrs – 13:00 hrs. 
It is hosted at the beautiful Jardines del Trapiche venue.
Carretera Benamargosa, 0.5 Km, 29718 Velez-Malaga
It’s a great place to find unique and personal gifts as well as your every day essentials.
Lots of stalls to discover, you will find old favourites, and new ones too! 
There are stalls with vintage clothing; hand turned olive wood bowls & other items; lights & ornaments for the home & garden; hand-painted. Andalucian tiles & ceramics; handmade cards & embroidered items that can be made to order; original artwork & photography; fresh fruit & veg; delicious cakes, pies, pastries & artisan chocolates; large selection of fiction and non-fiction books; handmade jewellery and more. We’re spoilt for choice! You can also support Axarquía Animal Rescue with their tombola and meet some of the animals available for adoption.
View houses in your area, discuss property management or selling your house with BluCee Real Estate. 
Please view our Facebook page, it is updated weekly with photos, contact details of stall holders and items for sale and services on offer.
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We look forward to seeing you there.
Are you a beautician, nail specialist or offer a similar service?
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If you do and are interested in a place at Trapiche market every Tuesday please contact Anita.
For more information about having a stall at the market contact Anita at anitajjordan @ hotmail.com or +34 627 877 164 

 

Metal Paradise Fest 2021 at Marenostrum Fuengirola:
28 & 29 August
Bands include: Kreator. Eluveitie, Tarja, Jinjer, Destruction
The Ocean, Crisix, Saurom, L èpoka and Siddharta.
https://www.metalparadisefest.es/ 

 

El Caserío De Las Monjas- Vélez-Málaga: This Saturday 7AUG, 9pm, we will enjoy a wonderful evening of Blues with Senor Blues & Chesko Gonzalez
Booking required, 952557363
Calle Federico Téllez Macías N°4 29700 Vélez-Málaga FB link 

 

After Beach Party with Live music: 13 of August at 19 h. till late and have fun at KALIFATO Lounge Beach Bar. Benalmadena/Fuengirola
Live music & entertainment by the band REVIVAL
Special prices on beer wine and food. You can reserve a table call 952 56 82 59
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Tony Roam Transport & Removals Spain To UK To Spain
New Weekly Runs Spain to UK and Up to 4 weeks free Storage. 
16 years Removals To & Fro Spain / UK Spain.
Scheduled and also unscheduled all year every month.
We also offer a door to door at dates and times you choose.
Transportation, Removals & light haulage company that have guaranteed scheduled trips all year from UK to Torrox and back at the same time every month.
Also additional unscheduled to suit your needs.
Full or part loads undertaken.
Full or Part loads up to 20 cubic meters up to 2.5 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.
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 www.euroam.co.uk
email ; tonyroam@btconnect.com
Tel Spain 0034636393542 – UK 00447973362003.
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Car Clean Malaga:
Is your car looking tired? Does the interior need some TLC? Selling your current car & want to get the best price for it? We can help!!
At Car Clean Malaga we strive to achieve the highest level of finish on our customers cars possible. We are able to correct defective paintwork, faded headlights, scratches, stone chips and make interiors clean & fresh. We have invested thousands of euros in the best tools available to carry out these jobs as speedily as possible, ensuring you get the most efficient and cost effective results carried out for you!
Warren will come and see your vehicle and discuss with you what you need and a budget you have to work with.
Once your vehicle is booked in with us you can rest assured you will be pleased with the end results!
We can also offer this service to motorhomes, caravans, motorbikes, small cars, 4x4s & vans!
Call or WhatsApp Warren on 618-346-098 or email at warren@carcleanmalaga.com for your FREE no obligation quote. Based in Comares.

 

 

MS Bespoke Joinery: With many years experience in the Joinery trade, I am able to offer a professional and personalised service to meet your individual requirements.
Wardrobes– if you are looking to maximise your wardrobe space, or modernise your existing Spanish wardrobes, then sliding doors is an ideal solution.
All wardrobes are fitted from floor to ceiling, with doors that slide effortlessly and silently, with soft-close mechanism.
Home Office– if you are working from home, it is important to make your space as comfortable and practical as possible, allowing you to maximise your productivity.
Murphy Beds– if space is at a premium, a wall bed is a really smart way to create a very flexible room – one that converts from a comfortable bedroom, to a work or play area, in less than a minute.
Beds can be installed with cabinets, in a large selection of designs, sizes and finishes.
Kitchens – From ultra-modern, glossy, handle-less cabinets to traditional Shaker style.
A comprehensive range of fully-fitted kitchen cabinets available to suit all budgets, offering style and practicality.
All kitchen-related trades catered for, to ensure a smooth transition from conception to completion.
For more information and a no-obligation quote,
contact Mick, Torrox, at: CoExGal@aol.com
or by phone at +44 7575 597060 or +34 696161951
https://www.msbespokejoinery.com/
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Assisted Living Services in the Axarquia Region:
Let Our Family Take Care of Yours.
MEDICAL CARE * HOME CARE * PERSONAL CARE
Palliative Care * Health Monitoring * Hospital Sitting * Respite at home
* Dressing, bathing and daily hygiene
* Assisted Mobility. 
* 24 hour live in care.
* Meal preparation, shopping & routine house keeping
* Correspondence and Communication 
* Medication Collection and Dispensing Systems
* Provision of Medical Equipment
TEL 951 55 05 81 OR 692419548 
Contact Liz ( On WhatsApp)
englishnurse@rocketmail.com 
www.englishnurse.net 

 

Yoga Monte Alegre (Campo Torrox):
Every Tuesday 09:45 -11:15 a.m. (90 minutes , 10 €)
Ongoing course / small international group / open air location
Language of instruction is Spanish but individual additions can be made in German and English if required (a good basic vocabulary is enough – no need to worry !)
This class will integrate conscious breath with dynamic movement to build strength, endurance and flexibility – physically as well as mentally!
For more details please contact Anne, Tel. 0034 – 685 247 505. Or email Anne at: anne-kathrin.ruth@gmx.ch

 

Items For Sale / Wanted / Rent

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MOONETTE – Organic Skincare for Mature Skin
We are a Torrox-based company specialising in the creation of formulae which help prevent premature skin ageing
We are committed to making effective products at affordable prices
Free delivery for orders more than 36€ in Spain
International shipping to UK, EU, CANADA and USA available
As our skin is the first layer of our defence against microbial infections, ultraviolet radiation and environmental contamination it plays a vital role in our health. As we grow older, however, our skin becomes thinner, wrinkled, and more sensitive; hence it requires the use of treatments containing specific ingredients to the care of treating mature skin.
Recognising this need we have created a range of formulae which help
-slow down ageing process by smoothing fine lines and wrinkles.
-improve facial complexion and eliminate blemishes.
At Moonette, we are passionate about health, beauty and plants. Your skin will benefit from the properties of botanic essential oils combined with a selection of nutrients for deep hydration, cell revitalization and antioxidant effect, all sourced from the finest natural ingredients with gorgeous fragrances.
Naturally, we care about our planet and feel the need to help reduce the sheer volumes of plastics waste that are generated daily around the globe. Presently, we are minimizing the usage of plastic materials in our production while seeking alternative forms of packaging. To help reduce pollution we are asking all local customers to recycle or reuse their Moonette skincare containers, and offering a small discount on future purchases to customers recycling containers.
Free small testers are available on request. Please contact us to find out more or to order:
Tel /WhatsApp: +34 650 044 102.
Follow us on social media:
Facebook @ www.facebook.com/moonette.es
Instagram @moonetteskincare
Google – please search ‘Moonette’ to get to our page.
Margaret Gosling
margaret@moonette.es
Homepage- www.moonette.es 

 

Great Deals from The Nerja Household Centre:
-2 easy chairs 50€ the pair
-Tall lamp with glass shades 35€
-Stunning upcyled Ottoman. Measurements 96 x 47 x 41cms. Price 90€
contact Jackie/nerja 672170429
info at nerja household centre dot com 

 

For Sale: Ceiling Fan. Fully operational. Located in Nerja.
Price: €30. Can deliver €35.
Derek, Tel: 952523737 

 

For Sale, 3 items:
-Osmosis Water Filter. Used very little time, almost new, selling due to new kitchen units. 30 euros
-Shower Seat. Almost new, due to new bathroom not now required. 30 Euros
-Extendable Fan. New, not required. 10 Euros
Tel 690709494 Sylvia Riogordo 

 

For Sale, 2 items:
-75 litre All Weather Rattan Rolling Cooler. Built-in Bottle Opener and Drainage Tap. €50. Collection Nerja.
-Top Loading Wine and Beer Fridge. Perfect working order with a bit of wear and tear. €50. Collection Nerja.
Donna, Nerja; suzanneDOTdonna@gmail.com 

 

For Sale, 2 items: Towel Sets
-Beach/Bath Sheet Teal as New and it is huge 7.50
-3x Beach/Bath Towels (Big) As New. 2 Teal and 1 Turquoise Towel 6.50 or 3 for 17.50
The Teal is ALL the same colour.
McCord Towels 100 % Cotton
Caleta de Velez. I can meet at Aldi’s car park. Private message or call Polly on 952550942 

 

For Sale, 2 items:
-Motor Bike suit and helmet in nearly new condition.
Suit size XXXL. 25 euros each
cgbrasier@gmail.com
Georgina, Mobile 633267039 La Vinuela

 

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SuperSol Supermarket in Torrox Costa Reopens as a “Jamon Supermercado”: New name, but inside it is virtually the same as before, even the same employees. -Ed.

 

News & Articles

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COVID-19

Andalusia maintains Covid infections but the incidence has fallen in the last three days: {Translation} Updated: 06/08/2021, 17:26
-Andalusia recorded a total of 4,651 cases of coronavirus this Friday, similar to the 4,496 the day before and lower than the 5,099 seven days ago, according to data released by the Institute of Statistics and Cartography of Andalusia (IECA), which has counted 16 deaths, up from 15 on Thursday and eight last Friday.
-On the other hand, the cumulative incidence rate of the community has fallen for the third time after chaining 33 days of consecutive increases and stands at 581.7 per 100,000 inhabitants in the last 14 days, 3.2 points less in 24 hours, but 13.3 points more in a week.
-The 4,651 positives of this Friday are registered after the 4,496 of Thursday, the 3,655 of Wednesday, the 4,459 of Tuesday, the 4,467 of Monday and Sunday, the 5,138 of Saturday and the 5,099 of last Friday.
-By provinces, Seville is again the one with more cases, with 1,154, followed by Malaga with 1,111, Cadiz with 662, Granada with 394, Jaen with 389, Cordoba with 328, Almeria with 323 and Huelva with 290.
-As for the 16 deaths, Malaga and Seville each recorded five deaths, followed by Cordoba, Granada and Cadiz, where two people died in each province.
-The most worrying news refers to hospitalisations. This Friday, 143 people have been admitted to Andalusian hospitals, 13 of whom are in the ICU. Thus, in total there are 1,336 confirmed patients with Covid admitted, of whom 252 are in ICU.
-By province: Almeria (73 hospitalisations, of which 20 in ICU), Cadiz (164 hospitalisations, of which 27 in ICU), Cordoba (118 hospitalisations, of which 25 in ICU), Granada (115 hospitalisations, of which 21 in ICU), Huelva (68 hospitalisations, of which 9 in ICU), Jaen (70 hospitalisations, of which 13 in ICU), Malaga (492 hospitalisations, of which 95 in ICU) and Seville (236 hospitalisations, of which 42 in ICU). Source, Spanish: https://sevilla.abc.es/andalucia/sevi-andalucia-mantiene-contagios-covid-pero-reduce-incidencia-ultimos-tres-dias-202108061340_noticia.html 

 

All Malaga province health districts remain at Covid alert Level 3: Updated- 6 August 2021, 12:34
-Malaga province has 13 municipalities, out of a total of 103, that have not registered coronavirus infections in the last two weeks.
-These are the towns and villages with highest incidence rates and exceeding a thousand cases per 100,000 inhabitants in two weeks. They are Alcaucín, with a rate of 1,886.8; Nerja (1,002.6); Campillos (1,204.2); Sierra de Yeguas (1,024.7); Villanueva de la Concepción (1,003.6); El Burgo (1,004.5); Faraján (8,812.3, the highest in the entire province); and Jubrique (1,529.6).
-The Junta de Andalucía has proposed a night curfew (from 2am to 7am) in Campillos, which has more than 5,000 inhabitants; with a rate of 1,204.2. However, the measure will not enter into force until the Superior Court of Justice of Andalucía has ruled on the matter.
-All the health districts of the province, such as Axarquía (with a rate of 570.7 per 100,000 inhabitants in two weeks), Costa del Sol (723.5), La Vega (680.7), Malaga (906.7) and Serranía (727.3) remain at health alert Level 3. Full article: http://www.surinenglish.com/local/202108/06/malaga-province-health-districts-20210806122642.html 

EUROPE

EMA links Janssen vaccine to immune thrombocytopenia, dizziness and tinnitus: {Translation}
-The European Medicines Agency (EMA), through its Pharmacovigilance Risk Assessment Committee (PRAC), has updated this Friday the information available on the safety of covid-19 vaccines, especially that of Janssen. It considers that there is a causal relationship between its administration and reported cases of immune thrombocytopenia, dizziness and tinnitus.
-The EMA recommends that these risks be included in the package leaflet and package insert of the vaccine to serve as a warning to healthcare professionals and patients, and stresses that the benefit-risk balance of the vaccine remains positive.
-The PRAC has also recommended updating the risk management plan for this vaccine to reclassify thrombocytopenia, which is currently considered “a potential major risk”, to “an identified major risk”. In immune thrombocytopenia, the immune system mistakenly attacks and destroys platelets, which increases bleeding and bruising.
-To reach the conclusion that this disorder is related to the vaccine, the EMA reports that all available information has been evaluated, including scientific studies published in journals, and cases reported in the European database on suspected adverse events EudraVigilance, the US Vaccine Safety System (Vaers) and the laboratory database.
*Dizziness and tinnitus*
-In the case of dizziness, the committee says that 1,183 cases identified in spontaneous reports of suspected adverse reactions to vaccination, which were related to anxiety, have been analysed.
-The EMA also investigated six cases of tinnitus that were detected during clinical trials, and 108 more identified by Janssen during follow-up of adverse event reports.
*Vaxzevria’, the UK option*
-Separately, the EMA committee has announced that it has requested further information from AstraZeneca and is continuing to review the link between administration of its Vaxzevria vaccine and Guillain-Barré syndrome. The PRAC has already recommended including a warning in the information accompanying the vaccine about this possible association.
-Guillain-Barré is a rare immune system disorder that causes inflammation of the nerves and can lead to pain, numbness, muscle weakness and difficulty walking. The EMA advises those vaccinated with AstraZeneca to seek immediate medical attention if they develop weakness and paralysis in the limbs that may progress to the chest and face.
-Another recent risk associated with covid-19 vaccines is menstrual cycle disorders. The agency’s experts consider that a cause-effect relationship cannot be established at this stage, but note that they have asked the laboratories of the four EU-licensed vaccines (Pfizer, Moderna, AstraZeneca and Janssen) to provide more information on this issue. Photo:AFP. Source, Spanish: https://www.elmundo.es/ciencia-y-salud/salud/2021/08/06/610d4795fc6c83011d8b4665.html 

SPORTS

Rowing News- Torre del Mar hosts this Sunday its Grand Prize of the NINTH League of the Seine: {Translation, summary} The rowing test will be held this Sunday from 17:00 hours on the the beach of Faro, in front of the camping Torre del Mar, and it promises to be a great show that combines ancient tradition with the sport. Eight teams from La Cala del Moral, The Stick, Pedregalejo, The Spider, San Andrés, La Carihuela, Torremolinos, in addition to the boats of Torre del Mar, will compete during the whole afternoon in the field of racing. Photo:alicantetoday.com. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiahoy.es/articulo/torre-del-mar/torre-mar-acoge-domingo-gran-premio-ix-liga-jabegas/20210806142931042523.html

 

Tennis News, Citi Open- Nadal bounced by 50th-ranked Harris in Washington: Nadal was eliminated 6-4, 1-6, 6-4 under the lights by 50th-ranked Lloyd Harris of South Africa. Full article: https://www.thetelegraph.com/sports/article/Sinner-19-beats-Korda-21-in-2-tiebreakers-at-16367729.php 

OTHER NEWS

Apple Wants You To “Re-Imagine” Security & Encryption – Backdoors and scanners in your device will monitor your activity to censor photos and messages deemed inappropriate – “to protect the children”?!?: {Statement from the Electronic Frontier Foundation, with preface by Editor}
The problem is that these same tools used to root out illegal photos and “bad words” can be abused to monitor and censor everything on the device. Apple claims to have high security standards, and to some degree it does. However, it is in a constant battle to stay ahead of hackers. Adding backdoors and allowing encryption to be bypassed will only make the hackers and snoops work easier! And, of course, once this door is opened, big tech and governments will become accustomed to having constant access to everyone’s data, for whatever they deem to be reasonable causes. I wouldn’t ever expect them to return your privacy.
-To say that we are disappointed by Apple’s plans is an understatement. Apple has historically been a champion of end-to-end encryption, for all of the same reasons that EFF has articulated time and time again. Apple’s new compromise on end-to-end encryption may appease government agencies in the U.S. and abroad, but it is a shocking about-face for users who have relied on the company’s leadership in privacy and security.
-We’ve said it before, and we’ll say it again now: it’s impossible to build a client-side scanning system that can only be used for sexually explicit images. As a consequence, even a well-intentioned effort to build such a system will break key promises of the messenger’s encryption itself and open the door to broader abuses.
-All it would take to widen the narrow backdoor that Apple is building is an expansion of the machine learning parameters to look for additional types of content, or a tweak of the configuration flags to scan, not just children’s, but anyone’s accounts. That’s not a slippery slope; that’s a fully built system just waiting for external pressure to make the slightest change.
-People have the right to communicate privately without backdoors or censorship, including when those people are minors. Apple should make the right decision: keep these backdoors off of users’ devices.
Full article: https://www.eff.org/deeplinks/2021/08/apples-plan-think-different-about-encryption-opens-backdoor-your-private-life

 

Solar System 2.0- A Water World, A Mini-Venus And A Potentially Habitable Planet: Astronomers have found three intriguing planets around a star just 35 light-years distant that resemble those found in our own Solar System.
They include an ocean world, a planet with half the mass of Venus and a possible planet in the star’s habitable zone.
“The planet in the habitable zone may have an atmosphere that could protect and support life,” says María Rosa Zapatero Osorio, an astronomer at the Centre for Astrobiology in Madrid, Spain, and one of the authors of the study published today in Astronomy & Astrophysics. Full article: https://www.forbes.com/sites/jamiecartereurope/2021/08/05/weve-found-an-water-world-a-mini-venus-and-a-potentially-habitable-planet-says-scientists/

 

Amazon Kindle Alert- If you have not updated the device since before April, do so now:
Amazon earlier this April addressed a critical vulnerability in its Kindle e-book reader platform that could have been potentially exploited to take full control over a user’s device, resulting in the theft of sensitive information by just deploying a malicious e-book.
“By sending Kindle users a single malicious e-book, a threat actor could have stolen any information stored on the device, from Amazon account credentials to billing information,” Yaniv Balmas, head of cyber research at Check Point, said in an emailed statement.
Upon responsibly disclosing the issue to Amazon in February 2021, the retail and entertainment giant published a fix as part of its 5.13.5 version of Kindle firmware in April 2021. Full article: https://thehackernews.com/2021/08/new-amazon-kindle-bug-couldve-let.html

 

Frequent consumption of peanuts by cancer patients may increase risk of cancer spread, study finds: A study by University of Liverpool researchers has identified new factors accompanying previous findings that frequent consumption of peanuts by cancer patients could increase risk of cancer spread.
The study, published in Carcinogenesis, shows that Peanut agglutinin (PNA) — a carbohydrate-binding protein that rapidly enters into the blood circulation after peanuts are eaten — interacts with blood vascular wall (endothelial) cells to produce molecules called cytokines.
The cytokines in question, IL-6 and MCP-1 are well-known promoters of cancer metastasis.
The increased cytokine production causes other endothelial cells to express more cell surface adhesion molecules, making them more attractive to the circulating tumour cells and thus potentially promoting metastasis. Full article: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2021/08/210804123555.htm 

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For the latest COVID-19 statistics visit:

Worldhttps://www.worldometers.info/coronavirus/
Worldhttps://www.ft.com/content/a26fbf7e-48f8-11ea-aeb3-955839e06441

Spain Coronavirus Data from Spain’s Ministerio de Sanidad, Official C-19 Pages:
https://www.mscbs.gob.es/en/profesionales/saludPublica/ccayes/alertasActual/nCov-China/situacionActual.htm 
AND
https://cnecovid.isciii.es/covid19/

Coronavirus Cases in Andalucia, Axarquia, Costa del Sol & Malaga Province:
http://www.juntadeandalucia.es/institutodeestadisticaycartografia/salud/COVID19.html

UK Coronavirus:
https://www.worldometers.info/coronavirus/country/uk/

 

Churches & Worship

 

New Life Church: Whether you live in Nerja or are visiting our area, we would be delighted to welcome you to New Life Church. 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 to God through Jesus Christ our Lord and Saviour.
Jesus said, “I am the Way and the Truth and the Life“
Sunday Service 11.00am
Prayer Meetings Wednesdays 11.00am
Pasaje San Miguel, Nerja
Directions: Click Here https://goo.gl/maps/KvNCimhrsYdH298r9
Email: info@nlcnerja.com
Website: https://www.nlcnerja.com/
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/nlcnerja

 

El Puente Christian Fellowship – Sunday Service
El Puente Christian Fellowship is a loving, multi-national, Bible believing community of Christ, who meet each Sunday at 11 am to worship The Lord. We enjoy a time of worship with contemporary songs and traditional hymns, and a message brought to us by one of the Elders or a visiting speaker.
The church meeting hall is situated underneath Maroma Inmobiliaria Puente Don Manuel, Cruce de Periana – 29713.
Full directions and further information can be found on our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/El-Puente-Christian-Fellowship-105285888299225/or please contact us by email on elpuentechristianfellowship@gmail.com. For those who cannot join us in person, we aim to stream Sunday services via the Facebook page (subject to a good internet connection!). 

 

St George’s Church Málaga: We are part of the Church of England in Spain covering the area from Torremolinos in the west to the outskirts of Nerja in the east and to the northern edge of Malaga province. 
We have three worship centres, in Velez-Málaga, Málaga city and Salinas. Everyone is welcome to our Sunday services in English, and you can also contact us to enquire about baptisms, marriage blessings, funerals, and house blessings. 
Father Louis, our Chaplain, is available for counsel and support, regardless of anyone’s beliefs or background. We aspire to be a welcoming and inclusive community, open to all people seeking faith and friendship. 
If you can’t get to church, we live-stream our Sunday services on Facebook, and also gather on Zoom for an informal service on Wednesday mornings. 
Sign up for our newsletter by emailing Father Louis at malagachaplain@gmail.com to receive login details, and news of other future events. We look forward to welcoming you and being of service.
Website: www.stgeorgemalaga.org & Facebook 

 

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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
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National Police: 091
Guardia Civil: 062
Ambulance: 061
Fire Station (Bomberos): 080
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Nerja: 952 521 545
Frigiliana: 952 533 126
Torre del Mar: 952 549 238

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DigameXtra No. 2027 Friday, August 6th, 2021

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For the official Andalucia Covid rules for your town, in Spanish only, go to this site, click your town, and find your rules in the lower left corner of the page. Click a category, then click the “+” sign to expand the rules: https://www.mapacovid.es

Another good, reliable source for updated Covid news, announcements and statistics are both your local
Ayuntamiento & the Junta de Andalucia’s FB and Twitter pages. @AndaluciaJunta  https://twitter.com/AndaluciaJunta  https://www.facebook.com/AndaluciaJunta/

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Entertainment Alert! Some shows are being cancelled due to the new Covid restrictions, others have to insist on reservations due to limited people per table.
To avoid disappointment and unnecessary travel confirm shows and times with the venues.
UPDATE 04AUG: The Covid passport (or negative Covid test) requirement to enter discotheques and night clubs is postponed until the TSJA gives the go-ahead to the measure in Andalusia. (See full info in News Section)

 

Bandits at the Balcon: Hi folks, The Bandits are playing on the lovely terrace at Hotel Balcon, Competa, this coming Sunday 8th August from 7.00pm. To reserve your table call 952 553 662. 

 

Live Music by Laura Killeney: Feroche Bar, Torrox Costa
Sunday 8th August 21:30
Reserve on 658 145 950 

 

Bar Amsterdam- Torrox Costa This Weekend:
-‘Fridayafternoon Drink’! From 8 pm we have Special Karaoke
with DJ Garry Vincent!
-Saturday 7th. of August ‘Dart Trial’ 6 pm. Entrance € 3, the winner get’s it all!
-Sunday, take a rest and have a drink on the terrace.
-Monday, the famous ‘MONDAY CLUB’! Singalong with Kenny and Mo!
Avenida America 29793 Torrox Costa  FB link

 

Exhibition- Habitats / Sugar, Cinnamon and Clavo / Nostalgia of Nerjian artist Daniel Escobar: The last day of this popular exhibition is Saturday 7AUG.
Venue: Municipal Exposion Hall (C / Antonio Ferrándiz 14), Nerja. Time: 12.00-14.00 h / 20.00-23.00 h
https://www.nerja.es/el-artista-nerjeno-daniel-escobar-expone-en-la-sala-municipal/ 

 

Rincon de la Victoria announces Zarzuela Festival: {Translation} The festival, a “Fusion of Cultural Music, Drama and Dance,” will take place August 27 & 28. This year will offer two works. The approximate duration of each show is an hour and a half. The shows will start at 10 pm and tickets can be purchased at Calasur Travel at Calle Granada, 10 Rincon de la Victoria, for €15 euros, or at the box office for €18. For more information, contact 951 501 097. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiaplus.es/rincon-de-la-victoria-celebra-el-festival-de-la-zarzuela-con-dos-grandes-producciones-escenicas-los-dias-27-y-28-de-agosto/ 

 

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Greek House– Greek Casita Restaurant, Torrox Costa! NEW HOURS
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. New Hours for Summer: Wednesday thru Sunday 8pm till close. Closed Monday & Tuesday. Lunch available by reservation only. For reservations call telephone number 642585049. 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. We offer a lovely meal time in a quiet end exquisite atmosphere, accompanied with the best Greek music. See you soon! https://la-casita-griega.business.site/

 

 

Staycations at CASA MAGEL
Hot Days Are Here – Lovely sparkling pool
Now is the time to book a relaxing getaway at Casa Magel B&B
A Great idea for Birthdays and anniversaries. Personalised vouchers available on request for future dates.
Bring a couple of friends and enjoy relaxing in a safe environment. Or on your own and enjoy the peace and quiet.
The heatwave is here, and we fill up quickly. So relaxing in our renovated pool and garden.
Our special offers are on again this year,
-2 nights B&B with 1 night 3 course evening meal with drinks for 2 sharing an en suite room 130€.
-3 nights B&B with 1 night 3 course evening meal with drinks and tapas & drinks at local bar for 2 sharing double en suite room 175€.
-You can add extra nights for 50€ a night B&B for a double en suite room. Book over 5 days and get a discount.
Casa Magel is situated 1 km from the typical Spanish town of Valle De Abdalajis first founded in Roman times when it was called Nescania.
We are surrounded by beautiful scenery and there are lots of walking routes. We are not far from El Chorro with the famous Caminito Del Rey, also Ardales lakes which are stunning.
Not far in the other direction, you will find The Wolf Park a real experience to see wolves in their natural environment. Also nearby is Antequera a wonderful town for sightseeing, 27 churches, the old castle, lovers leap mountain and a spectacular bullring besides the many shops and restaurants.
A place not to be missed is El Torcal an amazing site of rock formations formed over 2 million years ago.
Or you can just relax around our refurbished pool with a fully equipped kitchen, bar & BBQ area with limited drinks & snacks available, or bring your own. The food is great, the views stunning, beds are comfy and the hosts are friendly.
Check out our website www.casamagel.com.
Contact: casamagel@yahoo.com ; Phone – 722879503

 

Malagalingo Spanish School- Malagalingo Summer Dinner:
Because we know a language is not only learned in the classroom, come and learn Spanish with us with all our “Out-Of-School Activities” and to know our little big family.
You are invited to your FIRST FREE LESSON
Call or write us whenever you want to book
malagalingo@gmail.com
+ (34) 650 479 493
Facebook: malagalingo
www.malagalingo.com 

 

 

Items For Sale / Wanted / Rent

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Great Deals from The Nerja Household Centre:
-Occasional table with drawer been sanded back to natural wood chalk paint & waxed 50 x 40 x 65cms Price 45€
-Small lamp table natural top chalk paint & waxed 38 x 54cms Price 35€
-Chest of drawers new handles natural wood waxed with chalk paint side panels 47.50 x 35.50 x 62cms Price 70€
contract Jackie/nerja 672170429
info at nerja household centre dot com 

 

For Sale, as a lot: 12 Bottles of Whisky for sale comprising Glen Turner, Famous Grouse, J and B Rare, Locks 1757, Chivas Regal, Jameson, Makers Mark, Bells, John Power Gold Label. Lowest retail value I can get to is €256. Would accept €150. Donna. Nerja. Buyer collects. suzanneDOTdonna@gmail.com

 

News & Articles

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COVID-19

Andalucía’s Covid-19 incidence rate drops for the second day:
-A total of 4,496 new cases of coronavirus infections have been reported in Andalucía this Thursday, 5 August, higher than the 3,655 of the day before and slightly lower than the 4,893 of seven days ago, according to official data.
-The Institute of Statistics and Cartography of Andalucía (IECA), has also counted 15 deaths, the same as on Wednesday and higher than the 13 deaths last Thursday. As for the 15 deaths, six were registered in Malaga, four in Almeria, two each in Seville and Cordoba, and one in Granada.
-The region’s cumulative incidence rate has dropped for the second time after 33 days of consecutive increases and stands at 584.9 per 100,000 inhabitants in the last 14 days, some 1.1 points less in 24 hours, but 30.9 points more in a week.
-Regarding health pressure, there has been a drop in the number of hospitalised patients to a total of 1,327, nine fewer in 24 hours but 158 more than seven days ago, while the number of patients in an intensive care unit has risen to 254, some 16 more in a day and 50 more in a week. It is the highest number admitted to an ICU since 20 May (258). Full article: http://www.surinenglish.com/national/202108/05/andalucia-covid-incidence-rate-20210805132407.html 

 

SPAIN

Environmental health experts warn of ‘explosion’ of tick numbers in Spain: In Spain, up to twenty species of ticks have been detected, “some of which can transmit serious diseases such as Crimean-Congo haemorrhagic fever, Lyme disease or viral encephalitis,” the association warns (National Association of Environmental Health Companies (Anecpla)).
Ticks thrive mainly in fields, in areas with vegetation and animals, but can also be found in parks, gardens, swimming pools and even on the beach.
Doctors and vets from all over Spain have been reporting an increase in cases of tick bites. Full article: http://www.surinenglish.com/national/202108/05/environmental-health-experts-warn-20210805110009.html

ANDALUCIA

The Axarquia will continue for another week at level 3 of the Health Alert for Covid-19: {Translation, summary} Updated: 5AUG 2021, 8:30
-The Axarquia region will remain for another week at Health Alert Level 3 for covid-19, as will the rest of the province of Malaga.
-Thus, the two health districts to which the 31 villages of the Axarquia region belong, will remain in this level 3 health alert as they have experienced a slight increase in their Covid incidence rates in the last seven days. The Axarquia health district has increased this rate from 582.8 cases last Wednesday to 597.7. In this district, Alcaucín (1,930.7), Colmenar (1,026.7) and Sayalonga (1,148.0) have the highest COVID rate. The municipalities with a zero rate in two weeks are Arenas, Canillas de Aceituno, Comares, Cútar and Salares.
-As for the Malaga health district, to which the Axarquia municipalities of Macharaviaya, Moclinejo, Rincón de la Victoria and Totalán belong, it has also increased its rate and continues to be close to a thousand, rising in one week from 949.1 to 953.4 cases this Wednesday. Here, Macharaviaya has 194.9 cases per 100,000 inhabitants; Moclinejo, 159.9; Rincón de la Victoria, 627.5; and Totalán, 271.4. Source, Spanish: https://www.axarquiahoy.es/articulo/axarquia-comarca/axarquia-seguira-semana-mas-nivel-3-alerta-sanitaria-covid-19/20210805080702042474.html

UK

Relief as Spain stays at amber on the UK’s travel list: The Costa del Sol’s tourism sector has breathed a huge sigh of relief after learning that Spain will remain at amber in the latest revision of the ‘traffic light’ list of countries to which the UK will allow travel to fully-jabbed passengers, without the need to quarantine for ten days when returning from holiday. Full article: http://www.surinenglish.com/national/202108/05/relief-spain-stays-amber-20210805094758.html

SPORTS

MotoGP legend Valentino Rossi announces retirement:
On Thursday at the Styrian GP – at the venue where Rossi took his first grand prix podium in the 125cc class back in 1996 – the Italian legend announced his retirement from MotoGP.
“I said during the season I’d take my decision for next year after the summer break. I decided to stop at the end of the season, so unfortunately this will be the last season as a MotoGP rider,” Rossi said in a press conference ahead of the Styrian GP to announce his decision. Full article: https://www.autosport.com/motogp/news/motogp-legend-valentino-rossi-announces-retirement/6642493/ 

 

Messi will not return to Barcelona: Barcelona said Thursday that Lionel Messi will not stay with the club after Spanish league financial regulations made it impossible for a deal to be reached between the club and the player. Full article: https://www.tsn.ca/lionel-messi-leaves-barcelona-la-liga-1.1678173 

OTHER NEWS

Rolling Stones drummer Charlie Watts, 80, pulls out of band’s US tour after undergoing emergency surgery in London: Watts, 80, underwent a ‘successful procedure’ in London after a routine check-up highlighted a problem, according to reports.
But on the advice of doctors, Watts announced he would sit out the band’s shows for ‘rest and recuperation’ – the first time he has missed a tour since 1963.
Clearly still in good spirits, he joked: ‘For once, my timing has been a little off.’
Steve Jordan, a session drummer and long-time friend of the band, said it was ‘an honour and privilege’ to stand in for Watts during the 13-date No Filter tour of the US. Full article: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-9862665/Rolling-Stones-drummer-Charlie-Watts-80-pulls-bands-tour.html 

 

Machu Picchu is even older than we thought: Samples of bone and teeth from individuals buried in caves at four cemeteries around Machu Picchu form the basis for a new programme of AMS radiocarbon-dating. The results show that the site was occupied from c. AD 1420–1532, with activity beginning two decades earlier than suggested by the textual sources from Spanish writers that associate the site with Emperor Pachacuti’s rise to power in AD 1438. Full article: https://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/antiquity/article/new-ams-dates-for-machu-picchu-results-and-implications/323804857B6EE4DD85B5B337F9E3C933# 

COVID Mobility Restrictions Info Reference

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For the latest COVID-19 statistics visit:

Worldhttps://www.worldometers.info/coronavirus/
Worldhttps://www.ft.com/content/a26fbf7e-48f8-11ea-aeb3-955839e06441

Spain Coronavirus Data from Spain’s Ministerio de Sanidad, Official C-19 Pages:
https://www.mscbs.gob.es/en/profesionales/saludPublica/ccayes/alertasActual/nCov-China/situacionActual.htm 
AND
https://cnecovid.isciii.es/covid19/

Coronavirus Cases in Andalucia, Axarquia, Costa del Sol & Malaga Province:
http://www.juntadeandalucia.es/institutodeestadisticaycartografia/salud/COVID19.html

UK Coronavirus:
https://www.worldometers.info/coronavirus/country/uk/

 

Churches & Worship

 

New Life Church: Whether you live in Nerja or are visiting our area, we would be delighted to welcome you to New Life Church. 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 to God through Jesus Christ our Lord and Saviour.
Jesus said, “I am the Way and the Truth and the Life“
Sunday Service 11.00am
Prayer Meetings Wednesdays 11.00am
Pasaje San Miguel, Nerja
Directions: Click Here https://goo.gl/maps/KvNCimhrsYdH298r9
Email: info@nlcnerja.com
Website: https://www.nlcnerja.com/
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/nlcnerja

 

El Puente Christian Fellowship – Sunday Service
El Puente Christian Fellowship is a loving, multi-national, Bible believing community of Christ, who meet each Sunday at 11 am to worship The Lord. We enjoy a time of worship with contemporary songs and traditional hymns, and a message brought to us by one of the Elders or a visiting speaker.
The church meeting hall is situated underneath Maroma Inmobiliaria Puente Don Manuel, Cruce de Periana – 29713.
Full directions and further information can be found on our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/El-Puente-Christian-Fellowship-105285888299225/or please contact us by email on elpuentechristianfellowship@gmail.com. For those who cannot join us in person, we aim to stream Sunday services via the Facebook page (subject to a good internet connection!). 

 

St George’s Church Málaga: We are part of the Church of England in Spain covering the area from Torremolinos in the west to the outskirts of Nerja in the east and to the northern edge of Malaga province. 
We have three worship centres, in Velez-Málaga, Málaga city and Salinas. Everyone is welcome to our Sunday services in English, and you can also contact us to enquire about baptisms, marriage blessings, funerals, and house blessings. 
Father Louis, our Chaplain, is available for counsel and support, regardless of anyone’s beliefs or background. We aspire to be a welcoming and inclusive community, open to all people seeking faith and friendship. 
If you can’t get to church, we live-stream our Sunday services on Facebook, and also gather on Zoom for an informal service on Wednesday mornings. 
Sign up for our newsletter by emailing Father Louis at malagachaplain@gmail.com to receive login details, and news of other future events. We look forward to welcoming you and being of service.
Website: www.stgeorgemalaga.org & Facebook 

 

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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
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Frigiliana: 952 533 231

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Emergency Svcs.: 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

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