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Due to the new Covid restrictions, to avoid disappointment I suggest you call to confirm events and times before the event. -Ed.

For the new official Covid restrictions, translated directly from the Junta de Andalucia site, see the news section in the Friday issue of DigameXtra, https://digamextra.com/2020/12/11/digamextra-no-1811-friday-dec-11th-2020/

Live Music at Freoche Cafe- Torrox: Sunday Dec 20 2:30pm. Sound Shine will entertain you. Hey! You cannot miss this wonderful date this Sunday. We are going to have a great time on a dream terrace. Res- 658 145 950 FB Page

Soul Train Party: At the Cochera Caberet- Malaga. Sat., 26 Dec 8pm. This Christmas, give away culture. Share and enjoy music and dance. A very visual musical show. With extraordinary dancers Performances and musicians reshaping the songs of the most authentic soul and funk from the golden age of Soul Train. Betting on safe culture. €18adv/€23door.
Avenida de los Guindos 19, Málaga CP.29004
Teléfono: 952 246 668 FB Page

Howlin’Ramblers Live: At Bar Allioli, Sat., 26DEC, 2pm.
Plaza San Roque Estación Jimera De Líbar 29392 Jimera de Líbar, Spain. +34 606 69 27 53
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Churches & Worship

EVANGELICAL CHURCH (services in English language)
Each Sunday at 11:00 am we meet for worship at the Christian meeting Hall in Calle Ros Alfe´rez 7. Torre Del Mar. (not far behind the Catholic Church) We are an Evangelical Church, bible believing Christian’s coming together for live worship, prayer, and sharing our faith. All who love Christ are welcome and all who want to know more about the Christian faith are equally welcome. The meetings are friendly, joyful, reverent and orderly. Our one united desire is to glorify God.
My name is Peter and below is my email address.
petcac @ gmail. com (no gaps)

Fellowship of Jesus Christ the King
God’s word reminds us that the gospel shines brightest in times of darkness. During this time of uncertainty, we know the kingdom of God will continue to advance. We intend to thrive as a church community and continue to help people find their way back to God.
We are open with limited places, so it is advisable to contact us before Sunday to reserve a place.
God Bless one and all.
Sunday Service 11.00am
Prayer Meetings are on Wednesdays at 11.00am
Pasaje San Miguel, Nerja , 29780.
Email: fojctk@gmail.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/FOJCTK
Prayer Requests: ftk.prayer.request@gmail.com

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 website www.evangelicalchurchelpuente.com

Recommendations & Requests

Torrox Hotel Article: I read, with interest, the article about new Torrox Costa Hotels. Especially the suggestion that there would be one next to the Iberostar, given that the only obvious site would be the piece of land between the hotel and Laguna Beach Complex! They have just spent €155.550.99 turning the rough ground car park into a…Car Park. (Reference http://www.surinenglish.com/local/202012/18/plans-announced-boutique-hotel-20201218114639-v.html)
John. Torrox Park. jdelucchiATgmailD0Tcom

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For the new official Covid restrictions, translated directly from the Junta de Andalucia site, see the news section in the Friday issue of DigameXtra, https://digamextra.com/2020/12/11/digamextra-no-1811-friday-dec-11th-2020/

The Government prepares the approval on Tuesday of a 50 percent reduction in the rent to bars and premises: {Translated from https://sevilla.abc.es}
The Government prepares the approval for this Tuesday in the Council of Ministers of a royal decree by which large property holders must apply a 50% reduction in rents to hotel and commercial premises.
According to the draft finalized by the Ministry of Industry, Commerce and Tourism, the text will include, except for modifications, tax incentives for those who are not large holders (less than ten urban premises owned) and reduce the income they obtain from the rental of their premises dedicated to hospitality and commerce.
The deductions for rents, according to the draft of the future regulation, refer to the period of the state of alarm and as long as there has not been an agreement between the parties for a rent reduction, sources from the Ministry have confirmed.
The document already has a broad consensus, according to El País, and adds that the measure will not reduce public accounts as the minister of the sector, Reyes Maroto, has insisted for weeks.
This shock plan to mitigate the effects of the coronavirus crisis in the hospitality and commerce sector has had to be postponed on several occasions in the absence of a consensus. Source, Spanish: https://www.abc.es/economia/abci-gobierno-aprobara-martes-rebaja-50-ciento-alquiler-bares-y-locales-202012191501_noticia.html?

COVID in UK- The new strain of coronavirus – everything scientists are saying, and should we be worried?: The Prime Minister is reported to have held a meeting on Friday amid growing concern about the new variant of the virus.
There are fears a new variant of coronavirus may be speeding up the spread of Covid-19, particularly in south east England.
Health Secretary Matt Hancock said there is nothing to suggest this new strain is more likely to cause serious disease.
Boris Johnson was reported to have held an unscheduled meeting of ministers on Friday amid “growing concern” about the threat posed by the mutant strain – which is spreading fastest in South East England.
Professor Sir Mark Walport – a member of the Government’s Scientific Advisory Group for Emergencies (Sage) – said there was a real possibility that it could have a “transmission advantage”.
“What happens with viruses is they do naturally mutate all the time and the ones that are likely to do well are the ones that increase transmission,” he told BBC2’s Newsnight.
“We know that this is a new variant, it has been seen in other countries but it seems to be quite widespread which suggests that it has got a transmission advantage. Full article: https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater-manchester-news/new-strain-coronavirus-everything-scientists-19488067

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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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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/
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DigameXtra No. 1819 Saturday, Dec. 19th, 2020

On December 19, 2020 By Naythan

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When you need reliable info consult The Citizens Advice Bureau Spain at https://www.citizensadvice.org.es/…or the website or Facebook page of your local Town Hall (Ayuntamiento).

What’s On

Tell them you saw it on DigameXtra! Tell your favourite establishments to post on DigameXtra to get next-day publicity!

Due to the new Covid restrictions, to avoid disappointment I suggest you call to confirm events and times before the event. -Ed.

For the new official Covid restrictions, translated directly from the Junta de Andalucia site, see the news section in the Friday issue of DigameXtra, https://digamextra.com/2020/12/11/digamextra-no-1811-friday-dec-11th-2020/

Trapiche Market: Fantastic news – Trapiche Market is on this Tuesday. It’s time to get your Christmas shopping and the stallholders are here to help. Come and join us for a free glass of mulled wine and some chocolates.
Items for sale include vintage clothing; hand turned olive wood items; natural soaps and beauty products; hand-painted Andalucian tiles and ceramics; handmade cards; original artwork and photography; delicious cakes, pies, pastries & artisan chocolates; garden & house ornaments; large selection of 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. Visit Judy to have your clothes altered or commission new ones, she’s also selling cloth masks. Yolanda is waiting to cut your hair.
The market is open every Tuesday from 9:30am-1:30pm.
Carretera Benamargosa, 0.5 KM, 29718 Vélez-Málaga.
We look forward to seeing you in the very near future. If you’d like more information please contact
Anita at anitajjordan @ hotmail.com ; +34 627 877 164

Live Music at Mogador Beach Club: “Five Minutes Memory” play funk/pop/rock Sunday Dec 20th 1pm.
Ctra. el Penoncillo 29793, Torrox Costa
With the fabulous Rose Philippens fronting, German on guitar, Paul on bass and Facu on drums we’ll be making some great music! Now that we are allowed to travel a bit come on down to the Mogador Beach Club in Torrox Costa for a fantastic Sunday afternoon!
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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!
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Items For Sale / Wanted / Rent

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For Sale, as lot: 2 packs of Tesco Marzipan 500g and 1 pack of Tesco fondant white icing 1kg. Price €10.50. Pick up at Bar La Vega in Torre del Mar on any Tuesday. Call or whatsapp Gail (Sayalonga) on 626370695 or email phoenixsocialclub@yahoo.co.uk

For Sale, 3 items:
– New in the box: Satelite head Duo LNB 19,2 + 23,5. For receiving Astra 1 and 3 ( with 60 cm dish). Connection for 4 recievers. For HDTV (DVB-s2) broadcast. Price: €15
-Sonos Wireless ZonePlayer S5, ( L 36, W 11,5, H 22 cm) Price: € 65
-2 B&O speakers. ( L 27,5, W 11,5, H 32 cm ). Brackets for hanging. Price: € 50
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Recommendations & Requests

Spanish driving licences: Went to my gestor yesterday, complete with all the information needed to get a Spanish driving licence.
I don’t drive in Spain, but thought I’d get one before the dreaded Brexit!
However, he told me that the Trafico have sent out a directive, saying that they are not accepting anymore applications for the licences, even though officially, we have got until the 31st of this month
before anything happens. He had no further information other than this, because like the rest of us, no one knows what is going to happen. He didn’t know if there was going to be an extension.
You might like to include this information in the next issue as I’m sure not everyone is aware of this.
Regards, Maria, Competa, mariayewdall AT yahoo DOT co DOT uk

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What the BOJA says about the new hours of hospitality in Andalusia: {Translated from https://sevilla.abc.es} Updated: 12/18/2020 15: 36
The Junta de Andalucía has extended to ice cream parlors and chocolate shops the permit in force from this Friday, December 18, to cafeterias to be able to remain open in the range from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. , but without being able to dispense or allow the consumption of beverages alcoholics at that time.
This is established by a modification published in the Official Gazette of the Junta de Andalucía (BOJA) of the order of the Ministry of Health and Families Order of December 11 on temporary and exceptional measures for reasons of public health in Andalusia for the containment of Covid -19, during the pre-Christmas and Christmas period that has come into effect at 00.00 this Friday .
This order establishes that from this day on, “the establishments that carry out their activity according to the Economic Activities Tax epigraphs 672, 674.6 and 676, intended exclusively for cafeterias, chocolate and ice cream parlors , including similar establishments in cinemas and theaters, may remain open until half an hour before the time limit “in force until 10:30 pm, although” in these establishments the consumption and delivery of any type of alcoholic or spirits during the time slot between 6:00 pm and 8:00 pm is strictly prohibited.
As stated by the Board in the order, this extension of hours is authorized “upon the request of the group of establishments called ‘cafeterias’ that the extension of the established hours has not included the possibility for these establishments to develop the main activity that is the object of the same, in other words, the service of those commonly known as ‘snacks’, which usually in accordance with our social habits are not given at the times currently established for catering and hotel establishments ».
The order of the Ministry of Health details that “the ‘snacks’ are associated with the service of confectionery, pastry, pastry and confectionery products, defined and regulated in Royal Decree 496/2010, of April 30, by which it is approved the quality standard for confectionery, pastry, pastry and confectionery products ”.
The opening of the cafeterias in that section from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. is a novelty with respect to the measures already announced for the second phase of the de-escalation plan designed by the Board that President Juanma Moreno announced last week, and that They have come into force at 0.00 hours this Friday, December 18.
Measures for Christmas
In addition, mobility between the provinces of the autonomous community, which was restricted to stop the expansion of the Covid-19 pandemic, is once again allowed in Andalusia from 0.00 hours this Friday, and until the next 10 January 2021 .
Similarly, from midnight on Friday, until 0.00 hours on January 10, the hours known as night curfew , by which the movement of people at night is limited, reduces by two hours its current extension and is set between 23:00 and 6:00 .
Also starting at 0.00 hours this Friday, the catering and hotel establishments will be able to remain open until 18.00 hours, as they have been up to now, and reopen from 20.00 hours to 22.30 hours . The novelty is that, in the period from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., cafeterias, ice cream parlors and chocolate shops will be able to remain open, although without dispensing alcoholic beverages.
In addition, as of midnight this Friday, the catering services will be able to carry out home delivery services until 11:30 p.m. the cut-off , although time for placing orders is set at 10:30 p.m. Source: https://sevilla.abc.es/andalucia/sevi-boja-nuevas-medidas-andalucia-permite-tambien-heladerias-y-chocolaterias-abrir-18-20-horas-202012181032_noticia.html

Spain’s coronavirus vaccine drive set to start on December 27: Spain will begin to administer the coronavirus vaccine developed by Pfizer and BioNTech on December 27, said Health Minister Salvador Illa on Friday. Immunizations will start taking place across all regions, which will receive enough doses to start vaccinating the top priority groups. “The doses will reach all the regions on Saturday the 26th or Sunday the 27th, in coordination with Europe, which will distribute them on the 26th,” said Illa. “All regions will receive the amount allotted to them equitably so they can begin their vaccination process.” Full article: https://english.elpais.com/society/2020-12-18/spains-coronavirus-vaccine-drive-set-to-start-on-december-27.html

Belgian Minister Angers Manufacturers by Tweeting EU’s Covid Vaccine Price List: The price list revealed that the Oxford/AstraZeneca vaccine is the cheapest and Moderna is the most expensive, something most people knew. However, the details allow countries that may be negotiating with the vaccine manufacturers to take a harder line. Drug and vaccine prices have always been very closely guarded commercial secrets- but this is the list of what the EU is paying for the vaccines:
Oxford/AstraZeneca: €1.78 (£1.61).
Johnson & Johnson: $8.50 (£6.30).
Sanofi/GSK: €7.56.
Pfizer/BioNTech: €12.
CureVac: €10.
Moderna: $18.
Full article: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2020/dec/18/belgian-minister-accidentally-tweets-eus-covid-vaccine-price-list

Plainclothes police will enforce alcohol ban in Malaga cafes during new opening hours: Plainclothes officers in Malaga will police the new easing of Covid-19 restrictions across Andalucia which will allow cafeterias to open for two more hours from 6 to 8 pm as long as they don’t serve alcohol. To enforce this new rule, the Malaga’s Local Police force has introduced plainclothes officers in “sensitive areas”. Full article: http://www.surinenglish.com/local/202012/18/plainclothes-police-will-enforce-20201218172931.html

No-one living outside the Valencia region is allowed to enter: Changes have been made to the Christmas restrictions in the Valencia Region. The President of the Consell, Ximo Puig, has confirmed that Valencia will be one of the regions to tighten measures, after the Ministry of Health left such decisions in the hands of the regional governments. Full article: https://www.euroweeklynews.com/2020/12/17/valencia-tightens-christmas-restrictions/

‘Everything seems to indicate’ there will be no Easter processions in 2021, says Junta president: The President of the Junta de Andalucía, Juanma Moreno, has said that “everything seems to indicate” that there will be no Holy Week processions in Andalucía in 2021, as a result of the coronavirus pandemic. It would be the second year without the traditional Semana Santa celebrations that usually see huge religious processions involving a massive number of partcipants and spectactators. Full article: http://www.surinenglish.com/local/202012/18/junta-president-everything-seems-20201218163744.html

Plans announced for boutique hotel to stimulate tourism in Torrox Pueblo: The town hall in Torrox announced earlier this week plans to convert the former teachers’ residences next to the Colina del Sol primary school in the old town into a boutique hotel.
Medina said that this project, along with plans to build another hotel next to the Iberostar Málaga playa in Torrox Costa, are designed to “stimulate tourism after the pandemic”. He added that the town “needs more hotels”. PHOTO:SUR. Full article: http://www.surinenglish.com/local/202012/18/plans-announced-boutique-hotel-20201218114639-v.html

Brexit calendar- What are the future key dates for Brits in Spain?: A key Brexit date is looming at the end of the year, but for British people in Spain, there are some other important dates to be aware of in the coming months. Full article: https://www.thelocal.es/20201216/brexit-calendar-what-are-the-future-key-dates-for-brits-in-spain

Update- Worldwide Computer Hack, Microsoft Says Its Systems Were Also Breached in the Massive SolarWinds Hack This Week: The massive state-sponsored espionage campaign that compromised software maker SolarWinds causing worldwide outages on Gmail, Google Services, social media sites, etc., also targeted Microsoft Central, as the unfolding investigation into the hacking spree reveals the incident may have been far more wider in scope, sophistication, and impact than previously thought.
News of Microsoft’s compromise was first reported by Reuters, which also said the company’s own products were then used to strike other victims by leveraging its cloud offerings, citing people familiar with the matter.
Characterizing the hack as “a moment of reckoning,” Microsoft president Brad Smith said it has notified over 40 customers located in Belgium, Canada, Israel, Mexico, Spain, the UAE, the UK, and the US that were singled out by the attackers. 44% of the victims are in the information technology sector, including software firms, IT services, and equipment providers. (So perhaps that explains the ransomware attack I had, as reported on earlier this week. -Ed)
Full article: https://thehackernews.com/2020/12/microsoft-says-its-systems-were-also.html

For the latest COVID-19 info visit:

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

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

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

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DigameXtra No. 1818 Friday, Dec. 18th, 2020

On December 18, 2020December 18, 2020 By Naythan

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When you need reliable info consult The Citizens Advice Bureau Spain at https://www.citizensadvice.org.es/…or the website or Facebook page of your local Town Hall (Ayuntamiento).

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Tell them you saw it on DigameXtra! Tell your favourite establishments to post on DigameXtra to get next-day publicity!

Due to the new Covid restrictions, to avoid disappointment I suggest you call to confirm events and times before the event. -Ed.

For the new official Covid restrictions, translated directly from the Junta de Andalucia site, see the news section in the Friday issue of DigameXtra, https://digamextra.com/2020/12/11/digamextra-no-1811-friday-dec-11th-2020/

Sunday Fleamarket in Nerja: The Fleamarket in Nerja on Sunday has more than 70 stalls providing a large variety of items on offer. Also a lot of bargains and gifts for Christmas of good quality.
Coffee, tea and snacks are available. The Fleamarket is open from 9.00 till 14.00. Hope to see you there, you are very welcome !!
Organized by the Lions Club. A non profit organisation.
Info: 685210652

New bar opening – RnR: Sunday 20th Dec at 1.00pm
The day has finally come, and we are ready to OPEN!
Please pop along and see us, and help us celebrate our special day!
Calle Huertos, 40 Nerja FB Page

Light Lunch band: Sunday 20DEC 2pm. Tu Punto de Encuentro Asador, Puente Don Manuel. FB Page

Chicago Jim and Mandolin Mick: Live Music. Friday Dec 18th 8pm
Biddy Mulligans La Cala, Boulevard de la Cala 29649 Mijas,
Tel. +34 952 49 48 77 FB Page

Services Wanted/Offered

Cómpeta Solar
-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 in Torrox Costa! Located on the sea promenade, between the Safari bar and Picadero restaurants, BLQ 80 bajo. We offer you a little piece of Greece with our Greek home made specialities. Winter hours with current curfew: Thursday thru Sunday 13.00-17.00. Closed Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday. For reservation 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/

Malagalingo Spanish School: Come to Torrox to enjoy our outdoor terrace with sea views while you speak Spanish! Don’t worry if you live in a different town, we provide legal authorisations for you to come to the school.
There are no excuses! Learn and have fun!
Malagalingo Spanish School
malagalingo@gmail.com
+ (34) 650 479 493 www.malagalingo.com

Casa Magel- Room Available Over Christmas: Due to a cancellation, we now have a double en suite room available for the special Christmas celebration 24th 25th & 26th December to include B&B for 3 nights, Christmas Eve 3 course dinner with wine. Traditional Christmas day 3 course Lunch, with Cava & wine, snacks for supper.
Wine & drinks all day. Boxing day late lunch with wine. Gifts & games and all the bells & whistles for Christmas. 375€ for 2 sharing double en suite room.
Join us and have an unforgettable Christmas.
http://www.casamagel.com ; casamagel@yahoo.com 722879503

Items For Sale / Wanted / Rent

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MOONETTE Organic & Aromatic Skincare for 40+
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
NEW PRODUCT – Face Cleanser With Bulgarian Rose is now available, 100% organic & vegan
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 call us to find out more or to order: Tel 650 044 102
Margaret Gosling
margaret@moonette.es
www.moonette.es & Moonette FB Link

Great Deals From The Nerja Household Centre:
-Beautiful creative bench with oak seat top with useful drawer space .Measurements W100 x D40 x H56cms Price 145€
-2 bedside units W51 x D38 x H46cms price 20€ the pair
-Pine bookcase W80 x D29 x H200cms Price 35€
Contact Jackie/Nerja 672170429
info at nerjahouseholdcentre dot com

For Sale, 2 items: CORRECTION
-LG ~~32″~~ 28″ Smart television. Perfect in every way. Wonderful picture! ~~Five~~ Seven years old. Selling because I need a larger one. €90 Can deliver
Pamela. Algarrobo. 609040709 WhatsApp.
pamelawalshe@hotmail.com

Recommendations & Requests

Canillas de Albaida Christmas Carol Service: We have been asked whether a Carol Service at Canillas de Albaida can take place, as last year. Sadly, the present regulations make it impracticable to do so this year.
Our Cathedral in Madrid is, however mounting a Carol Service which is being shared on-line at www.anglicanos.es. I attach the notice giving details, and some of you might like to tune in to this.
It is hoped to celebrate a first Service of Christmas on Christmas Eve, and should sufficient attend there will be carols in that service. I hope to send out information on this within a couple of days.
For those whom we will not see over Christmas, the Ministers and Congregation of the Church of St. Barnabas wish you all a happy, tranquil and blessed Christmas.
James (The Revd. James Tayler) Enquiries 952 03 04 61

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New measures for the coronavirus- Cafeterias in Andalusia may remain open from 6 to 8 p.m.: {Translated from https://sevilla.abc.es} Updated: 17/12/2020 19:04
The cafes in Andalusia may remain open in the range of 18:00 to 20:00 hours, provided they do not dispense alcoholic beverages, starting this Friday, December 18, according announced the Minister of Health and Family, Jesus Aguirre.
This measure was communicated by Aguirre at the press conference after the meetings of the territorial alert committees to analyse the situation of the coronavirus pandemic that were held this Thursday in each of the Andalusian provinces.
The extension of the schedule in the section from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. is the main novelty with respect to the measures announced for the second phase of the de-escalation plan that come into force at 00.00 hours this Friday, December 18.
New measures from December 18
The mobility between the provinces of the autonomous community to be allowed back in Andalusia beginning at 0.00 hours on Friday, and until 10 January 2021.
In the same way, the hours known as the curfew night, by which the movement of people at night is limited, reduces its current extension by two hours and is fixed between 23:00 and 6:00.
The catering services may also make home deliveries until 11:30 p.m.
Also starting at 0.00 hours this Friday, the catering and hotel establishments will be able to remain open until 18.00 hours, as before, and reopen from 20.00 hours to 22.30 hours . The novelty announced this Thursday is that, in the period from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., the cafeterias will be able to remain open, although without dispensing alcoholic beverages.
In addition, starting at midnight this Friday, the restaurant services will be able to carry out home delivery services until 11:30 p.m. the cut-off , although time for placing orders is set at 10:30 p.m.
The Minister of Health has pointed out that, although the Andalusian Government has for now decided not to harden the measures provided for in this de-escalation plan , it will not hesitate “to make the appropriate decisions that contribute to reducing the incidence of the pandemic in the community as much as possible.” depending on the evolution of the crisis, “in line” with what was discussed this Wednesday in the Interterritorial Council of the National Health System.
For this reason, Aguirre has reiterated his call to “prudence” , as well as to “compliance with the rules and sanitary hygiene measures at all times” by citizens. Source, Spanish: https://sevilla.abc.es/andalucia/sevi-nuevas-medidas-junta-cafeterias-andalucia-podran-permanecer-abiertas-18-20-horas-202012171250_noticia.html

Facebook and Instagram disable features in Europe: Facebook notified Instagram and Facebook Messenger users in Europe that some features of the app will be temporarily unavailable. A small prompt has appeared in both the Instagram apps and Facebook Messenger apps for European users earlier this week.
The message that the users received noted that some features of the said apps are not available to comply with the new rules for messaging services in Europe.
Facebook does not outline what specific features will be temporarily disabled, but the company does reveal on its support pages that the polls option on both Instagram and Messenger will be unavailable in Europe, as well as the stickers in Instagram and personalized replies on Messenger.
The other missing features may include limiting the files that can be sent on Messenger, changing nicknames, and the ability to share AR effects in direct messages on Instagram.
After this announcement by Facebook was made, it is still not clear when Facebook will lift the restrictions of the features for European users, but a spokesperson of Facebook told The Verge that it will be soon. Full article: https://www.techtimes.com/articles/255151/20201217/instagram-facebook-messenger-features-stickers-polls-temporarily-disabled-europe.htm

Zoom lifts 40-minute call limit on free accounts over Christmas: Normally, free accounts are limited to 40-minute-long calls, which abruptly end at the time limit. Zoom has just announced that those limits will be removed for two weeks including the last day of Hanukah, Christmas and New Year’s Day.
The company said: “As a token of appreciation to our users during an extraordinary time, we’re removing the 40-minute limit on free Zoom accounts for all meetings globally for several upcoming special occasions. Full article: https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2020/dec/17/zoom-lifts-40-minute-call-limit-on-free-accounts-over-christmas

Why you shouldn’t suck prawn heads during Christmas feast in Spain: Platters of prawns form part of the traditional feast on a Christmas table in Spain and every Spaniard knows that sucking on the freshly removed head is the very best part.
However, the Spanish Food & Safety Agency, (AESAN) issued an advisory warning diners not to suck the heads of such shellfish because of the health risks associated with cadmium, which is associated with heavy metals.
Full article: https://www.thelocal.es/20201217/dont-suck-prawn-heads-spain-issues-health-warning-ahead-of-christmas

For the latest COVID-19 info visit:

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

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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Emergency Svcs.: 112
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Guardia Civil: 062
Ambulance: 061
Fire Station (Bomberos): 080
Emergency English Help Line: 902 102 112

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DigameXtra No. 1817 Thursday, Dec. 17th, 2020

On December 17, 2020December 17, 2020 By Naythan

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When you need reliable info consult The Citizens Advice Bureau Spain at https://www.citizensadvice.org.es/…or the website or Facebook page of your local Town Hall (Ayuntamiento).

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Tell them you saw it on DigameXtra! Tell your favourite establishments to post on DigameXtra to get next-day publicity!

Due to the new Covid restrictions, to avoid disappointment I suggest you call to confirm events and times before the event. -Ed.

For the new official Covid restrictions, translated directly from the Junta de Andalucia site, see the news section in the Friday issue of DigameXtra, https://digamextra.com/2020/12/11/digamextra-no-1811-friday-dec-11th-2020/

Dana & Gianni in concert: Mis Tapitas, located in Puente Don Manuel, present: Dana & Gianni in concert. Saturday 19th of December from 1.30pm to 5.30pm. A musical journey with the most beautiful international and original songs (including Christmas carols), chosen and interpreted with love and personality, singing in four languages. An exciting experience since each interpretation is unique and unrepeatable. The concert is in 432hz tuning, also called Aurea. We wait you to share a moment of enjoyment, happiness, good food and drinks. For info and booking call: 675 66 00 22
Follow Dana & Gianni in Facebook @danaegianni Thanks.
(dana10marzo@gmail.com)

Solidarity Concert in the Church of El Salvador Nerja: “More than 140 families in a situation of request for help due to serious economic difficulties due to business closures due to CORONAVIRUS”
Reading this news deeply moved us and made us take out and clean our tools – art and culture – stored since March, and get ‘down to work’.
The orchestral project “Málaga Camerata” arises from the concern of young musicians to create a space where they can enhance their aspects as ensemble instrumentalists, within an orderly and professional work environment.
Since its foundation, it has been made up of a stable staff of about 20 members. The number is due precisely to the fact that there is a special interest in reproducing classicism and pre-romantic music, with the greatest possible similarity in terms of training.
We know that we cannot help everyone; But we can get 20 of these families to celebrate Christmas this year as well. It is a challenge and it is possible, with your help 20 families can!
Day and hour: December 20 – 1’30pm
Place: Iglesia de El Salvador – Nerja
Address: Paseo de El Balcón de Europa
Donation: 25’00€
Booking: 690073871 / ventana.abierta.acp@gmail.com
Web: www.ventana-abierta.es

Services Wanted/Offered

BluCee Inmobiliaria / Estate Agents
Covering Axarquía and the Costa Tropical
We offer a friendly, bespoke service to our clients.
Do you need someone to carry out security checks on your unoccupied property?
Are you unable to travel due to the current restrictions?
We can help take away some of that worry and check in on your property on your behalf, please contact us for our services and current rates.
Thinking of selling?
List your property with us, we promise to work hard to sell your home!
Do you have a property that you would like to earn some extra income with?
Our holiday rental management service offers a comprehensive cover from securing bookings, liaising with clients, arranging meet and greets, cleaning and laundry services. We will assist in getting your property holiday rental ready.
For a no obligation discussion about your property please get in touch.
info@blucee.com
We are based in Rincon de la Victoria, but cover Axarquía, East of Malaga on the Costa del Sol and the Costa Tropical.
For examples of our fantastic sales and holiday rental properties, please take a look at our website: www.BluCee.com
BluCee.com is a DigameXtra sponsor so our contact details are shown here every day.

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DoctorLaptop’s Laptop Tuneup Special: Now until the new year, a full maintenance service for only €50.
If you rely on your laptop for school, shopping or communications and want it running at peak performance, an annual professional servicing is necessary. This is especially true in these current times where people have their laptops on all day. You wouldn’t drive your car till it runs out of oil before servicing it, would you? If you did, the repair would be far more than the cost of the oil change you neglected. Same thing with computers, and laptops in particular.
I do the most comprehensive cleaning and tune-up possible: After an internal cleaning I verify all System files replacing any found to be corrupt, test all hardware and do hard disk sector repairs if needed, use 5 tool malware/adware/spyware removal protocol, update Windows+all drivers+programs, and finally optimize your settings for fastest overall performance. I use a special on-line scanner that will detect and remove malware that normal anti-virus programs cannot detect!
Job usually completed overnight. If you have multiple hard drives, or the hard drive is 1Tb or larger add €20.
Heavily infected comps or those showing error messages need a repair, not this maintenance service.
Contact: doctorlaptop@protonmail.com or
675 993 069 (no calls answered before 11am, missed calls returned asap)

Move a caravan: Hi am looking for help finding a company to move a static caravan from a campsite. The van is 12 ft x 35 ft. Probably needs to to be craned off onto a flatbed truck.
Anybody know a company or business that could do this?
Thanks in advance. Margaret, Valle Niza
What’s app 00353866077105. Or email
magsfaulknerAThotmailD0Tcom

Items For Sale / Wanted / Rent

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Great Deals From The Nerja Household Centre:
-Beautiful good quality red leather corner sofa with adjustable headrests purchased from muebles piramides Measurements Width 300cms Depth 160cms Height 70cms Price 250€
-Microwave. Price 25€
-Beautiful storage box. Measurements Width122cms Depth 57cms Height 48cms Price 225€
Contact Jackie/Nerja 672170429
info at nerjahouseholdcentre dot com

For Sale, 3 items:
-Bench kitchen radio – unused – €30
-Mens’ aftershave – unused – €20
-Wet & dry shaving set – unused – €30
Contact: carolDOTbausa@yahooDOTcom
Buyer collects, Carol, Caleta

For Sale, 2 items:
-LG 32″ Smart television. Perfect in every way. Wonderful picture! Five years old. Selling because I need a larger one.
€90
-An LG sound bar. As new. €50
Pamela. Algarrobo. 609040709 WhatsApp.
pamelawalshe@hotmail.com

Recommendations & Requests

Barbecue: My favourite restaurateur, Joaquin, is having an open air barbecue at the Caracoles restaurant on the Torrox to Frigiliana road. Sunday 20th December at 13.00, there is a bus service he is putting on from Nerja, live music, as much food and drink as you can manage for 20 euros per head. We have had various tapas lunches there and I’m sure this will be an excellent day out. Tel. 952 00 9599 or 696 89 60 59.
Submitted by Margaret, Torrox, mariordanATaolD0Tcom
(Since this is not submitted by the restaurant management, I strongly suggest you call to confirm this event. -Ed.)

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Google sees major services outages two days in a row: Google has been having a rough time this week with service outages. It has now had two days, maybe even three days depending on who you ask, of major downtime.
On Monday, Google’s authentication system went down for about an hour, taking down Gmail, YouTube, Google Maps, Google Docs, and most other Google services. Google blamed the outage on “an internal storage quota issue,” which sounds a lot like Google ran out of storage space.
On Tuesday, Gmail started having problems again, which Google’s status dashboard described as “a significant subset of users… seeing error messages, high latency, and/or other unexpected behavior.” Many reports, like this one from TechCrunch, said emails were instantly bouncing. Rival email service ProtonMail even says some emails sent to Gmail have been “permanently lost” and will need to be sent again.
Google’s Gmail status dashboard says any problems were resolved yesterday (12/15) just before 10pm ET, but this morning there are still reports of disrupted service in the comments on DownDetector. In particular, users who access Gmail through third-party clients seem to be having problems. Full article: https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2020/12/google-sees-major-services-outages-two-days-in-a-row/?

Brits returning to Spain in New Year warned to carry residency proof: Travellers from the UK look set to be included in the EU’s ban on non-essential travel after the end of the Brexit transition period on December 31st and those travelling ‘home’ for Christmas been advised to carry proof of residency in Spain to ensure a smooth return in the New Year. Full story: https://www.thelocal.es/20201216/brits-returning-to-spain-in-new-year-warned-to-carry-residency-proof

Junta orders mass Covid-19 screening tests in 32 municipalities across whole of Andalucía: The regional government has confirmed the locations but not yet announced the dates. The Junta de Andalucía has ordered new coronavirus screening sessions in 32 municipalities across the eight provinces of the region as the battle to get the virus under control continues.
In Malaga province the mass tests will take place in the towns of Humilladero and Benamocarra – although dates have not yet been confirmed.
Screening sessions are also planned for Iznájar in Cordoba and the Sevillian municipalities of Tomares, Castilblanco de los Arroyos and La Luisiana.
In Jaén the municipalities of Fuensanta de Martos, Ibros, Cazorla and La Higuera have been selected.
Virus testing will also be carried out in municipalities in the Alto Andarax region in the province of Almería. Specifically in Alboloduy, Alhabia, Alicún, Almócita, Aisdodux, Beires, Bentarique, Canjáyar, Huécija, Íllar, Instinción, Ohanes, Padules, Ragol, Santa Cruz de Marchena, Santa Fe de Mondújar, Terque and Pechina.
In the province of Cádiz screenings will be carried out in Algodonales, as well as in the Huelva municipalities of Villalba del Alcor and Isla Cristina.
Finally, the Junta’s Ministry of Health has announced that mass tests will be carried out in Granada capital, in the health districts of Zaidín Centro, Salvador Caballero, Góngora and Almanjáyar.
Full story: http://www.surinenglish.com/local/202012/16/junta-orders-mass-covid-20201216104600.html

Coronavirus vaccines due to arrive in Spain from January 4, says health minister: Spanish Health Minister Salvador Illa announced on Monday that the first coronavirus vaccines could start arriving in Spain “from January 4 or 5,” once the European Medicines Agency (EMA) approves a vaccine candidate. The EMA is likely to approve the Covid-19 vaccine from Pfizer and BioNTech by December 29 at the latest. This vaccine has already been approved for use in the United Kingdom, which began vaccinating priority groups last week.
Spain could start administering the vaccine early next month. Illa said that the “specific calendar” will depend on final approval by the EMA, which will meet in 15 days to analyze the Pfizer vaccine, and again on January 12 to do the same with Moderna’s. Full article: https://english.elpais.com/society/2020-12-14/coronavirus-vaccines-due-to-arrive-in-spain-from-january-4-says-health-minister.html

Strike forces closure of almost half of the ITV vehicle testing stations in Malaga province: Stoppages have been called by the UGT union for every Wednesday in December to protest the ‘deterioration’ of the vehicle technical inspection company Veiasa.
Four of the nine ITV vehicle testing stations in the province of Malaga have been closed this Wednesday during the second strike called by the UGT for every Wednesday in December.
Another four of the UK MOT-equivalent test centres were working at a reduced capacity as workers protest the blocking of collective agreement negotiations and restructuring of the workforce by the public company Veiasa.
The strikes resulted in the El Viso (Malaga city), Marbella, Mijas and Ronda sites fully closing.
Meanwhile the Algarrobo and Guadalhorce test centres were operating at 60 per cent of capacity, Antequera (50 per cent) and El Palo (30 per cent). Full article: http://www.surinenglish.com/local/202012/16/strike-forces-closure-almost-20201216190421.html

UPDATE- New rules on pet travel as UK granted ‘listed status’ by EU: The rules for travellers bringing pets from the UK into the EU will change in January but the decision to grant the UK ‘listed status’ means things won’t be as complicated as they might have been. Here’s what we know so far about the new rules. Continue reading at: https://www.thelocal.es/20201214/update-new-rules-on-pet-travel-as-uk-granted-listed-status-by-eu

Is 5G secure? New 5G Network Flaws Let Attackers Track Users’ Locations and Steal Data: Shortcomings that could lead to the disclosure of unique subscriber identifiers and profile information, and even the use of Internet services at a user’s expense without their knowledge are possible. (These problems are on the network level, so there is not much users can do about it. If you are concerned about making secure transactions and communications, you should use your 3G or 4G internet connection for those tasks. -Ed.) Full article: https://thehackernews.com/2020/12/new-5g-network-flaws-let-attackers.html

Age in Spain launches new telephone befriending service: Friendline is a telephone friendship service that connects people who want to rekindle the joy of chatting to a friend with volunteers willing to give a little bit of their time on a regular basis. Reaching out and volunteering for Friendline can give an older person something new to look forward to in their week and help them avoid the negative effects of loneliness and isolation. If you live in Spain and are interested in joining Friendline then get in touch using the link below.
https://www.ageinspain.org/friendline
Full article: https://www.euroweeklynews.com/2020/12/16/age-in-spain-launches-new-telephone-befriending-service/

Health ‘closes’ Tenerife for 15 days to prevent the spread of Covid: The Government of the Canary Islands has announced this Wednesday new measures to stop the advance of Covid-19 on the island of Tenerife. The president of the Canary Islands, Ángel Víctor Torres, has reported that Tenerife will be closed for the next 15 days, both for entries and exits. Torres has also announced that the curfew is being brought forward at 10:00 p.m. and meetings are restricted to six people. These measures have been taken after the daily data of new cases has tripled since last September, according to the president of the regional Executive. Full article: https://spainsnews.com/health-closes-tenerife-for-15-days-to-prevent-the-spread-of-covid/

Ransomware Alert by DoctorLaptop: I don’t know if it is related to the problems Google has been having for the last 2 days, but tonight while using Chrome browser on Windows 10 to access Microsoft’s game site ZoneCasino.Vegasworld.com, I encountered a malware attack from the famous and very dangerous “CEBER” family of ransomware. This ransomware is well known for locking users out of their computers and demanding huge sums for the unlock key. If you fail to pay the ransom in 3 days it deletes all your data!
It has been a few years since I have seen an active ransomware attack here in Spain, although I do see pieces of incomplete, inactive ransomware occasionally on client’s computers, lying in wait for the other pieces it needs before initiating an attack. What I encountered was a strong one, arriving complete rather than in parts, downloading onto my laptop without permission as soon as I opened the games website, and immediately attacking on 3 levels simultaneously. Fortunately Windows Security caught the attack, eliminated the threats and alerted me it had removed the threats and suggested I do a full system scan to be sure all malware was gone. I don’t often praise Microsoft, but in this case their security program performed in impressive fashion.
In any case, if you encounter a similar ransomware alert from Windows Security, you probably don’t need to do anything, it will have been fixed by the time you get the alert, but do a Full Scan with Windows Security to be on the safe side. However, if the alert asks you if you want to remove the threat, do so.
Everyone using Windows 10 should confirm their ransomware protection is turned on- go to Settings>Update&Security>Windows Security>Virus&Threat Protection, then scroll down to Ransomware Protection, click on Manage Ransomware Protection, and there find Controlled Folder Access and be sure it is turned on (see pic).
This could be a dangerous trend if Microsoft’s own websites are getting hacked and spreading ransomware.
If you are a victim of ransomware it will lock your screen with a ransom message. Force the computer off using the Power button, and get it to me ASAP, within 24 hrs is best if I am to successfully recover the system, as I will be working against the clock, so to speak. The best protection, as always, is to keep your data backed up onto another device or the cloud.

For the latest COVID-19 info visit:

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

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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Nerja 952 524 519
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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

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

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DigameXtra No. 1816 Wednesday, Dec. 16th, 2020

On December 16, 2020December 15, 2020 By Naythan

Welcome to DigameXtra !

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Announcements

When you need reliable info consult The Citizens Advice Bureau Spain at https://www.citizensadvice.org.es/…or the website or Facebook page of your local Town Hall (Ayuntamiento).

What’s On

Tell them you saw it on DigameXtra! Tell your favourite establishments to post on DigameXtra to get next-day publicity!

Due to the new Covid restrictions, to avoid disappointment I suggest you call to confirm events and times before the event. -Ed.

For the new official Covid restrictions, translated directly from the Junta de Andalucia site, see the news section in the Friday issue of DigameXtra, https://digamextra.com/2020/12/11/digamextra-no-1811-friday-dec-11th-2020/

Art Room – Art, Print and Ceramics Gallery
Stuck for Christmas present ideas?
With the current travel restrictions are you stuck for Christmas present ideas?
We have Gift Vouchers available for Christmas, digital or printed to the value of your choosing. Just let me know the value and I can either send you a digital file for you to print or send on, or I can post it to you.
Now restrictions are lifted you will be very welcome to come and visit our gallery any day of the week from 11.00am to 7.00pm by appointment only. Masks and social distancing will be observed and the gallery is well ventilated with sanitizer available.
We have original paintings on canvas in oils and acrylics, paintographs (photographs made to look like paintings), prints of paintings (framed or unframed) and ceramic bowls, plates, figures, tiles and plaques.
Prints are produced on high quality photo paper here at the gallery and presented in an A3 cellophane envelope with stiff backing board and would make an ideal Christmas present. Prints can also be made to fit any existing frames you may have (up to A3 size), or ordered out for bigger sizes.
Subject matter covers Moroccan cityscapes and people (inspiration taken from trips to Chefchaouen and Marrakesh), Cuban musicians, Flamenco dancers, local scenes and famous musicians, Keith Richards, Ray Charles, David Bowie, John Lennon etc. Commissions considered also.
Check out our website: www.artroom-gallery.com to view all the works and find directions to the gallery which is just 5 minutes outside Canillas de Albaida.
Tel (Whatsapp) 616 891 473
Email: mitchbanjo@hotmail.com

Paul Hayes Show: Wednesdays. Come join in another relaxed afternoon at Bar Carisma, Torrox Pueblo this and every Wednesday from 2pm. Calle Almedina. FB Page

All in 1 Cafe: C’mon let’s meet @ “All in 1 Cafe”, the Number 1 Party Bar in Benahavis! Live music with the Rocket BoyZ. Wednesday, December 16th from 2pm!
Centro Comercial Los Halcones, Ctra de Ronda km 166 29679 Benahavís FB Page

Live Music at Restaurante Cortijo Veleta: Sunday 20 DEC, 3pm. Juan Luis Pascual will be performing. Riogordo. FB Page

Alan Clayton with No Worries:
-Saturday 19DEC. from 1:30pm. Churinguito Tropy, Velez Malaga.
-Sunday 20 DEC. 2pm. Bio Beach Club, El Morche, Torrox.
FB Page

Services Wanted/Offered

Nik of all Trades: Services available for home, garden and office
Gardening – from weeding to landscaping, stonework (walls, paths, etc) a speciality. Transport and tools all provided by me, no job too small or too big as I have others to call on if required, from 100€ per day per man plus any required materials at cost or fixed price quote if you prefer.
Small construction/demolition jobs – walls, fencing, guttering, tiling etc. from 100€ per day per man plus any required materials at cost or fixed price quote if you prefer.
Painting and decorating – interior or exterior, tools all supplied, materials extra at cost – from 100€ per day per man or fixed price quote if you prefer.
Evenings, weekends and holidays both Spanish and English are all included at no extra cost.
Check my website for examples of my work www.nikofalltrades.es
Email enquiries or for more information to nikash2 at hotmail dot com or just write that email address or web address down somewhere in case you may need me in the future! I am a Digame sponsor and so my contact info is available in the sponsors section below as well. There is also a contact form available on the website.
References/recommendations available from the UK and Spain
Based in Competa but can travel anywhere in Digameland. Quotations are completely free!

Coast Fm Gold: Want to be able to talk directly to your customers and clients?
Guess what they have been listening to and will continue to listen to……the Radio!
Coast Fm Gold has been available Online, as well as via Tunein, Google, Siri and Alexa throughout the crisis giving ’emergency announcements and telephone numbers’ and music, music, music!
Now it’s time to start up business’s again, and what a better way to let them know you have re-opened and are ready- A RADIO ADVERT! We reach all over the Axarquia- so we are local! Plus we reach around the world! We are the Eastern Costa Del Sols favourite Radio Station!
We are running ”special crisis” low advertising rates…ring us now on 691 934 626 or by email to studio@coastfmgold.com Website: http://coastfmgold.com/

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

Items For Sale / Wanted / Rent

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Vetiver Spain is located in Sayalonga.
We have 2 new videos showing an experiment planting Vetiver in a tall Ornamental pot showing the results of the root growth after about 8 months.
Part 1: https://youtu.be/g1WRvjE6oAk
Part 2: https://youtu.be/HNviq7XdRM4
These short videos show you the incredible root system of Vetiver is and why it is so beneficial to fighting erosion and preserving top soil.
Want more videos? Please go to our YouTube video page.
https://www.vetiverspain.org/youtube.html
We also have Lemon Grass and Moringa Seedlings available now.
Please contact us for more information. Visits are by appointment.
Phone or WhatsApp for David: (34) 692 288 657
Email: info@vetiverspain.com
Website: www.vetiverspain.com

Great Deals From The Nerja Household Centre:
-Rommer fridge with ice compartment A rated vgc
Measurements 55 x 58 x 125 cms Price 75€
-2 ikea high back wooden stools 90€ ( for the pair )
-Upcycled bookcase stripped back to natural with yute chalk paint.Measurements Width 55cms Depth 33cms Height 116cms. Price 70€
Contact Jackie/Nerja 672170429
info at nerjahouseholdcentre dot com

For Sale, as lot:
Roca basin and matching close coupled cistern with quality tap and matching wooden bathroom towel rail, towel ring, toilet roll holder and shelf. 25 euros the lot. Los Romanes. Amanda.
Buyer collects at Los Romanes 29713
Contact Amanda on 0044 7889 666901 or
loebenstein at yahoo dot co dot uk or whatsapp

Recommendations & Requests

Lost Passport: Has any Digamite found a Passport, in the Torrox area? It has been lost since last Saturday 12th.
pamela.hill@hotmail.co.uk ; Pam, Torrox Costa

Carol Service – Canillas de Albaida: Naythan, good afternoon and would take this opportunity along with all your other followers, to thank you for all your help/information in these difficult times.
Is it possible to establish if this year, there will be a repeat of last year’s wonderful Carol Service at the Church in Canillas de Albaida and if so, publish the details?
Kindest regards, John, Benajarafe
johnnerdingATlawyerD0Tcom

Bogus gas men: Warning! Another warning to beware of bogus gas men operating in the Canillas de Albaida, Archez, Salares areas. This van, see pic, called on me Tuesday 15th. I did try to call the local police and the town hall, both without success.
Keith Canillas
Email: Keith Rocks ue at gmail dot com

News & Articles

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Andalusia reviews this Thursday the measures for Christmas against the coronavirus: {Translated from https://sevilla.abc.es} Updated: 15/12/2020 17:12
Andalusia reviews this Thursday, December 17, the measures and restrictions against the coronavirus for Christmas that the president announced last Thursday and that came into force on Saturday. Thus, as announced by the Chairman of the Board, Juanma Moreno, if the data are not favourable, it is possible that certain restrictions that were finally going to be lifted will not be removed.
At stake are from the meetings of ten people on December 24 and 31 , the opening of shops until nine, interprovincial mobility or the curfew.
“If the figures get worse, we will have no choice but to limit some of the actions that we have planned,” announced the Andalusian president in an interview on the COPE chain where he also announced that it will be this Thursday when there will be an ordinary meeting of the expert group pandemic analysis .
At this meeting, the evolution of the data on the health crisis will be analyzed and it will be decided whether to maintain the relaxation of restrictions to stop coronavirus infections or if, on the contrary, the entry into force of more lax regulations is suspended.
The Andalusian Government has always explained that decision-making is not a static matter . President Moreno himself and several senior officials in the Executive have indicated that the figures for the pandemic in Andalusia will be constantly reviewed to adapt the measures to the situation of the health crisis.
De-escalation plan
The de-escalation plan for the measures against the coronavirus designed by Andalusia for Christmas, Moreno stressed, is the first that has been designed in Spain. The Andalusian president announced a plan in two phases. The first, since last Saturday and until Thursday 17, where intraprovincial mobility and shops were open until nine at night. And a second phase from Friday 18 to January 10 with interprovincial mobility and extension of the hours of the hotel business.
However, Moreno affirms that the Board is “concerned.” ” A simple bridge with shops and bars closed at six o’clock in the afternoon has generated rallies, ” says the Andalusian president. “You have to be very responsible,” he added. “The virus is still there and we must proceed with prudence to try to control the pandemic”, has indicated Juanma Moreno. Source, Spanish: https://sevilla.abc.es/andalucia/sevi-andalucia-revisa-jueves-medidas-para-navidad-contra-coronavirus-202012151032_noticia.html

Pirate IPTV News- UK Police Prepare to Send Warnings to Users: Police say they are preparing to send warning notices to more than 7,000 UK residents who are believed to have purchased pirate IPTV subscriptions from North West IPTV. The warnings follow the arrest of a then 28-year-old man in the North-West of England during the summer and the seizure of luxury cars, expensive jewellery, and a pirate IPTV customer database.
Given the current sentencing standards in the UK it seems highly unlikely that a regular subscriber of such a service would receive a custodial sentence of any kind but given the involvement of the police, a criminal record is certainly possible. This, the police and copyright holders hope, will prove to be a sufficient deterrent for those considering a similar subscription in the future.
In late June, subscribers to pirate IPTV service Global / Global Entertainment were given an unwelcome surprise. Rather than seeing the normal array of content on their screens, they were instead greeted by a notice from a police force in the UK.
“This illegal stream has been seized By Norfolk and Sussex Police,” it began. “Watching illegal broadcasts is a crime. Your IP address has been recorded. You are instructed to cease and desist immediately from all illegal media streaming.”
Full article: https://torrentfreak.com/pirate-iptv-uk-police-prepare-to-send-warnings-to-7000-users-201214/

Jupiter Saturn conjunction- How to see the ‘Christmas star’ of 2020: This month, stargazers across the world will be treated to an event that only happens once every 19.6 years, on average. On 21 December, Jupiter and Saturn will appear in the same place in the night sky in an event called a great conjunction.
These two so-called gas giants of our solar system, which are usually bright enough to see with the naked eye even from the light-polluted heart of a city, will align, as seen from Earth, to look like one extremely bright planet. This year, the pair will be just 0.1 degrees apart in the sky, making it the closest such event since 1623. For reference, the diameter of the full moon in the sky spans around 0.5 degrees as we see it from Earth. The next time these planets will be visible this close together in the night sky will be the year 2080. PHOTO:Alan Dyer/VWpics/Science Photo Library. Full story: https://www.newscientist.com/article/mg24833122-500-jupiter-saturn-conjunction-how-to-see-the-christmas-star-of-2020/?

The Google Home Max is dead—Google shuts down production of smart speaker: Google’s biggest smart speaker, the Google Home Max, is dead. The speaker is listed as “sold out” on store.google.com, and the company told Android Police, “We’ve sold out of Google Home Max and will no longer be manufacturing the device.” Google says that existing Google Home Max users will still be supported for the foreseeable future. “Existing Google Home Max users shouldn’t worry as they won’t see any change in their service. We’ll continue to offer software updates and security fixes to Google Home Max devices.” Full story: https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2020/12/google-kills-the-google-home-max-the-400-speaker-is-no-longer-in-production/

Asteroid sample a ‘treasure box’: The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency has cracked open the recently returned sample capsule of Hayabusa2 and found treasures from deep space waiting inside. On Monday, the agency revealed the first images of material collected from near-Earth asteroid Ryugu. Full story: https://www.cnet.com/news/hayabusa2s-asteroid-sample-treasure-box-has-been-opened-for-the-first-time/

For the latest COVID-19 info visit:

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

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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Useful Links, Info & Numbers

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

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DigameXtra No. 1815 Tuesday, Dec. 15th, 2020

On December 15, 2020 By Naythan

Welcome to DigameXtra !

DigameXtra Featured Sponsor

Announcements

When you need reliable info consult The Citizens Advice Bureau Spain at https://www.citizensadvice.org.es/…or the website or Facebook page of your local Town Hall (Ayuntamiento).

What’s On

Tell them you saw it on DigameXtra! Tell your favourite establishments to post on DigameXtra to get next-day publicity!

Due to the new Covid restrictions, to avoid disappointment I suggest you call to confirm events and times before the event. -Ed.

For the new official Covid restrictions, translated directly from the Junta de Andalucia site, see the news section in the Friday issue of DigameXtra, https://digamextra.com/2020/12/11/digamextra-no-1811-friday-dec-11th-2020/

La Casa Hotel and Restaurant Torrox Pueblo:
Sorry to say our Carol singing this Wednesday 16th has been cancelled.
Our Christmas and New year holiday season times are in the poster below.
We will be changing our menu slightly and offering along side our a la carte dining, a new set menu available for both lunch and dinner.
We do advise booking if possible as we are limited to numbers.
We hope to see you all over the festive period, and thank you for supporting small businesses during this difficult year.
LA CASA Hotel & Restaurant
Calle Baja, Plazuela De Barajas 3
Torrox, 29770, Malaga, España
Tel: +34 952 535 471 or +34 659 002 036

Bistro Lichtblick by Henning: Our Christmas Menu for the 25th of December at 1.30pm.
Location- 29750 Algarrobo Costa, Paseo Maritimo. ah.competafoodclub@gmail.com

Services Wanted/Offered

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
-Courier Services
-Man & Van services
-Packing, including supply of packing materials
-UK Home shopping with UK delivery address
-Storage of property and vehicles in UK and Spain
-Any jobs in Western Europe and Scandinavia considered
Fully Insured with Haulage, Goods In Transit and Public Liability policies.
If we can be of service please contact Steve & Gail. We are on Facebook and always available to chat through your needs and provide a free no obligation quote if required. FB-Link
UK: 0044 7868 435052
SPAIN: 0034 951 066 093
Email: archgroveservices@gmail.com Our contact is also in the DigameXtra Sponsor’s Section everyday.

SPW Construction Services: Professional high quality building service, fully qualified tradesmen to all trades.
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.
For free consultation and estimate contact us on 622 938 440
or email: scottparkwilson AT yahoo DOT co DOT uk
Scott/Arenas
Our contact is also in the DigameXtra Sponsor’s Section everyday. Home Page and FB-Link

Items For Sale / Wanted / Rent

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Great Deals From The Nerja Household Centre:
-2 Rustic natural single headboards W115cms Price 25€ each
-Wrought iron sturdy decorative valet stand Price 30€
-Ikea mirror Ikea mirror W40 x H 160 Price 15€
Contact Jackie / Nerja 672170429
info at nerjahouseholdcentre dot com

For Sale, 2 items:
-2 Single Beds and Mattresses (with covers), €40 each or both for €60. Being replaced by double bed.
-Pair of HiTec V Lite Regular fit golf shoes – UK size 4 Eur size 37. Price €15. More pics on request.
Collect from Torre del Mar. Haydn,
hleaker at outlook dot com
phone or WhatsApp 644 701 429

For Sale: Antler Suitcase. In very good condition, strong suitcase on wheels. Can be used for storage or travel. My mobile number is: 07740 988345; email address: kingswoodjane@hotmail.co.uk
Please email or text me on the number provided.
Location: Torrox Campo. Call Jane. 20 euros

For Sale, 2 items:
-Modern ‘Handmade’ Crystal Vase €30. (from Peter Jones, Sloane Square). Very heavy, 36cm tall. Perfect condition as new. Stunning square shape at top and elegant effect at base of vase where the sides converge. Original price £75
-Ikea Gaser Rugs x 2, €40 the pair. A feast for your feet according to Ikea. Thick long pile shag with woven backing.
I have two fresh and professionally cleaned rugs (shown still in plastic wrappers) used only in my guest bedroom as bedside rugs. Size 56cm x 150cm Feet and inches 1’10 “ x 4’11”
Contact Alan, Caleta
By phone, WhatsApp or text 44 7885298691
Or home phone 952 555 517

Recommendations & Requests

Thank You- I would like to say a big thank you to Naythan for going the extra mile for supporting local businesses: During Covid Naythan has been extra supportive of local business, by publishing the local markets more than once a week to insure all readers were aware of their opening and closing dates.
Covid updates accurate and timely.
Now it is our turn as Dígamites to support Naythan by helping spread the word about advertising on Digame.
Thank you Naythan I think you are wonderful, please keep caring about the little businesses.
Michelle @ blucee.com
(Thank you for the kind words and encouragement. If I can provide DigameXtra readers a means to start the day well informed, and maybe with a few laughs, then I think it’s worth the added effort. Feliz Navidad! -Ed.)

Sending best wishes: Sandra and David from sunny Spain wish all our friends, family and aquaintances a happy and healthy festive season, whatever your beliefs.
We’re hopeful that 2021 will bring more cheer and less sorrow than this year has. Just remember to take each day as it comes and live it to the full, never say “I wish I had …. “, do it NOW!
Sending love and hugs to you all. S & D, Torrox Costa

Holiday Donations & Sponsorships: Businesses, please consider becoming a DigameXtra Sponsor to help pay our production expenses and WordPress server bill. You can join the Sponsor list and get extra posting privileges to better promote your services. Email for sponsor details. Non-Sponsor donations from businesses and individuals graciously accepted. There are two ways to make donations.
-Donations may be made by cash at my workshop in Torrox Costa.
-You may use Amazon to send me an “eGift voucher” by email. I prefer if you use Amazon UK, but if you must use Amazon ES that will also work. These are easily converted to cash. However, if you can manage it, plain old cash in an envelope is best.
AmazonUK eGift Card Link
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All you need is the name and email address, use these-
Name: N.J. Harris
Email: digamextra@protonmail.com
Thank you. Your generosity is greatly appreciated!

News & Articles

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Coronavirus vaccines due to arrive in Spain from January 4, says health minister: Spanish Health Minister Salvador Illa announced on Monday that the first coronavirus vaccines could start arriving in Spain “from January 4 or 5,” once the European Medicines Agency (EMA) approves a vaccine candidate. The EMA is likely to approve the Covid-19 vaccine from Pfizer and BioNTech by December 29 at the latest. This vaccine has already been approved for use in the United Kingdom, which began vaccinating priority groups last week. Full article: https://english.elpais.com/society/2020-12-14/coronavirus-vaccines-due-to-arrive-in-spain-from-january-4-says-health-minister.html

What is the new strain of Covid-19 and should we be worried in Ireland?: A new strain of Covid-19 has been identified in the UK, according to health experts across the Irish Sea.
UK Health Secretary Matt Hancock revealed the worrying new development in the Commons as he confirmed plans to move London and parts of Essex and Hertfordshire into Tier 3.
Speaking in the Commons, Mr Hancock said: “Over the last few days, thanks to our world-class genomic capability in the UK, we have identified a new variant of coronavirus which may be associated with the faster spread in the South of England.
“Initial analysis suggests this variant is growing faster than the existing variants.”
Having just been identified earlier today, there is no clear and concise information about this strain and how it differs from the current strain.
Here’s what we know so far…Continue reading at: https://www.irishmirror.ie/news/irish-news/what-new-strain-covid-19-23166886

Toughest coronavirus restrictions to be imposed in London: London and surrounding areas will be placed under the highest level of coronavirus restrictions from Wednesday as infections rise rapidly in the capital, Britain’s health secretary said Monday, adding that a new variant of the virus may be to blame for the spread. Under Tier 3 restrictions, the toughest level in England’s three-tier system, people can’t socialize indoors and bars, pubs and restaurants must close except for takeout. People are told to minimize traveling within or to the area, and Hancock said people shouldn’t take trips into central London to do their Christmas shopping. Full article: https://apnews.com/article/international-news-england-london-coronavirus-pandemic-b6c78f2173016d7df2e6f4121091a2d6

Dutch leader expected to announce tough coronavirus lockdown: The Dutch prime minister is expected to impose a tough month-long coronavirus lockdown Monday night in a speech to the nation after infection rates in the Netherlands rose sharply despite a two-month “partial lockdown.”
Dutch media, citing unnamed government sources, said Prime Minister Mark Rutte will likely order schools to close beginning Wednesday and shut non-essential shops and businesses such as hair salons, museums and theaters starting Tuesday until Jan. 19. Full article: https://apnews.com/article/international-news-mark-rutte-netherlands-coronavirus-pandemic-restaurants-62f528f5c0350abcdeb20e6214e04cdb

Warning to expats as bogus gas technicians claim to be from the council: Council issues warning after reports of bogus gas technicians claiming to be from the local authority have attempted to gain access to people’s homes in Arena – in particular those of expats.
A spokesperson said: “We have learned that there are some people visiting houses within our municipality, especially the houses of foreigners, saying that they are gas technicians and they are going to check the facilities.
“They ask to enter the homes and charge for their inspection, in addition saying they are authorised by the council and even that they are employees.
“All this is false, since the city council has not authorised anyone to visit the houses and inspect the gas installations, much less that they are council staff.
“Please, do not allow technical assumptions to enter your homes to avoid scams,” the council added.
Anyone who visits a property to check facilities must be duly accredited by a company and must have previously been requested. They will carry a photo ID, always check it before allowing them in, even if you have requested assistance.
Anybody who receives a visit from one of these “alleged technicians” is asked to contact the Guardia Civil on 061 or Arenas Council on 952 509 005. Source: https://www.euroweeklynews.com/2020/12/14/warning-to-expats-as-bogus-gas-technicians-claim-to-be-from-the-council/

Power cuts cause chaos from Calahonda to Fuengirola: The outage seemed to concentrate on the area between Calahonda and Fuengirola and as well as electricity, telecommunications were also badly affected with Vodafone and Orange at least going down as well. Full article: https://www.euroweeklynews.com/2020/12/14/power-cuts-cause-chaos-from-calahonda-to-fuengirola/

MásMóvil challenges the large electricity distributors and presents “EnergyGo”: Telephone operators in Spain continue to expand their services and enter new market niches (alarms, autonomous vehicles, energy, banking …), in the heat of the deployment of 5G technology. Among the most active in recent weeks, MásMóvil, which days after announcing a commercial alliance with El Corte Inglés to market various products such as state-of-the-art alarms between now and the end of the year, has presented this Monday “EnergyGo”. It is a new 100% clean energy service for Yoigo customers, which is available from today and for which it will have as an energy partner with the Spanish company Lucera. Full article: https://spainsnews.com/masmovil-challenges-the-large-electricity-distributors-and-presents-energygo/
EnergyGo info is found on this website: https://www.yoigo.com/otros-servicios

Google’s YouTube, Gmail recover after global outage: Outages on select Google apps are not uncommon, but Monday’s outage affected all its popular services, including Google Hangouts, Google Chats and Google Meet, products that people have used extensively during the COVID-19 pandemic.
(Services are supposed to have been restored, yet I was still having problems with WordPress and Google as I write this early Tuesday morning. -Ed.) Full article: https://www.reuters.com/article/alphabet-outages/googles-youtube-gmail-recover-after-global-outage-idUSKBN28O1F5

For the latest COVID-19 info visit:

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

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

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DigameXtra No. 1814 Monday, Dec. 14th, 2020

On December 14, 2020December 13, 2020 By Naythan

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Announcements

When you need reliable info consult The Citizens Advice Bureau Spain at https://www.citizensadvice.org.es/…or the website or Facebook page of your local Town Hall (Ayuntamiento).

What’s On

Tell them you saw it on DigameXtra! Tell your favourite establishments to post on DigameXtra to get next-day publicity!

Due to the new Covid restrictions, to avoid disappointment I suggest you call to confirm events and times before the event. -Ed.

For the new official Covid restrictions, translated directly from the Junta de Andalucia site, see the news section in the Friday issue of DigameXtra, https://digamextra.com/2020/12/11/digamextra-no-1811-friday-dec-11th-2020/

Phoenix Events: Trips & Events
December
15th – Mrs Miggins Christmas Sale of Christmas Cakes, mince pies, pies and pastries – all safety precautions will be observed. This will be held at La Vega bar restaurant in Torre del Mar. Doors open 12.30pm
January
8th – Trip to La Canada and Iceland €15pp
For bookings and information, please contact Gail on 951067723 / 626370695 or email phoenixsocialclub@yahoo.co.uk for more information

Potters Bar- Nerja: Upcoming Events
-Potters is holding a bring and buy table top sale on Friday 18th December between 2pm and 5pm, the proceeds of which will go to the Nerja Solidaria food and clothes bank. We will be serving complimentary “carne con tomate and poor mans potatoes” so please pass through to support this great cause.
-And, on Saturday the 19th from 2pm we are holding a useful services auction, the proceeds of which also go to Nerja Solidaria. Please check out the Potters Bar and Terrace facebook page. We have just 7 places left for this fun day out event. Please phone Cathy on 685435767 for more information.
-There are 10 places left for our Christmas day lunch. 3 course traditional christmas lunch.€30/person.

Caminito del Rey re-opens: The walk is re-opening on December 18 and will be open every day except December 24,25 & 31 and the first day of January 2021 New Years Day. The walk will cost Ten (10) euros general admission and eighteen euros (18) euros with the guided tour in English.
Reference: https://www.euroweeklynews.com/2020/12/13/caminito-del-rey-re-opens/

Trapiche Market: Fantastic news – Trapiche Market is back on this Tuesday 15th December. It’s time to get your Christmas shopping and the stallholders are here to help. The market is open every Tuesday from 9:30am-1:30pm.
Carretera Benamargosa, 0.5 KM, 29718 Vélez-Málaga.
We look forward to seeing you in the very near future. If you’d like more information please contact
Anita at anitajjordan @ hotmail.com ; +34 627 877 164

Services Wanted/Offered

CycleNerja: Bike rental and cycle hire in Nerja, Torrox & Frigiliana. Free Bike delivery and collection service is available anywhere in Nerja, Torrox & Frigiliana and the inland villages. Professional Carbon Race Bikes, 29er Mountain Bikes & Electric Mountain Bikes. Free delivery subject to a minimum rental value of 90,00 euros. Contact via https://cyclenerja.com/ Contact also located under our banner in the DigameXtra Sponsor’s Section every day.

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.
With an unrivaled knowledge of the best local materials and suppliers we are able to work to all tastes and budgets.
Our full range of services includes
– Installations and Refurbs
– Wall & Floor tiling
– Full range of Plumbing work including radiators and underfloor heating
– Solar Installation
– Design & planning ideas to get the look you are after
– Electrical works
– Alter / Install walls, dropped ceilings and hang doors
– Plastering, woodwork and floor leveling
Visit our FB page on the link below to be inspired
https://www.facebook.com/hanningtons.kitchens.and.bathrooms/
Call us : 669 665 156
Email us : hanningtons.bathrooms@gmail.com

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.

Items For Sale / Wanted / Rent

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BluCee Inmobiliaria:
We are friendly, honest and offer a bespoke service for all your property needs.
Winter sun rental in Torre del Mar!
Apartment Sierra 1 in Torre del Mar is available for long term rent this winter.
Available now until the end of April 2021. Can be rented for 3 to 5 months. Price per month is €700 per month plus electricity usage. Price includes internet and secure parking.
This lovely apartment has 2 bedrooms, two bathrooms and a large secure garden. Located near the hospital, within walking distance to the beach and El Ingenio shopping centre. A car is not necessary. Normally fully booked.
Please click the link for more details – Apartment Sierra 1
Not exactly what you are looking for. Thinking of renting out your property?
Contact us to discuss what we can do to help you, please get in touch.
info@blucee.com
We are based in Rincon de la Victoria.
For examples of our fantastic sales and holiday rental properties, please take a look at our website: www.BluCee.com
BluCee.com is a DigameXtra sponsor so our contact details are shown here every day.

For Sale, two items:
-Edinburgh lead Crystal Liquer Glasses. Set of 6 glasses in perfect condition. Purchased from the Edinburgh Crystal shop in Harrods. (please note there are six but one only showed in image) Bargain €25
-Edinburgh lead Crystal Whisky tumblers. Set of 4 glasses in perfect condition. Purchased from the Edinburgh Crystal shop in Harrods. (please note there are four but one only showed in image) Great Christmas gift €25
Please contact Alan by phone, after 8am,
or leave a voicemail
WhatsApp or text on 44 7885298691
or home phone 952 555 517

For Sale: Sony 32″ flat screen TV, in good working order. 50€. We are located in Torrox Costa, buyer collects. Bronwen.
Tel: 645 855 015 or email broncrowe@gmail.com.

Wanted: I’m looking to buy vinyl Records. The genres I’m interested in are: Punk, Indie, Rock, Soul, Funk, Disco, Jazz. 60’s – 00’s. Albums or singles. Sorry I’m not interested in easy listening, big band, opera or country and western.
If you have any of the above please contact me and I’ll visit you at your home. I’m based in Frigiliana however I’ll travel for the right collection.
Contact me via email
stokehaggis66@hotmail.com
Tel. 637580051 and 00447582902899
Thanks, Mark

Recommendations & Requests

Bottle tops: Please advise if plastic bottle tops are still being collected for a charity in Nerja. Tony, Nerja. Email: sjc2714 at gmail dot com

Nerja food Bank: Please support the Nerja Food Bank at both Supersol Supermarkets- the one in Nerja by the roundabout and the one near Capistrano. The pictures are of my friend Helen and I at Capistrano Supersol, people there were very generous. We are there again next Saturday morning but the trolleys will be there all this week, please if you can donate one item. Dorothy Allen 643212944 Many thanks!

Holiday Donations & Sponsorships: Businesses, please consider becoming a DigameXtra Sponsor to help pay our production expenses and WordPress server bill. You can join the Sponsor list and get extra posting privileges to better promote your services. Email for sponsor details. Non-Sponsor donations from businesses and individuals graciously accepted. There are two ways to make donations.
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News & Articles

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Andalusia adds 13 deaths from COVID, the lowest figure since November 1: {Translated from https://sevilla.abc.es}
Updated: 12/13/2020 19:09
Andalusia has added 13 deaths from coronavirus this Sunday , the lowest figure since November 1, when 12 deaths were recorded. Thus, the community is also slowly reducing the number of fatalities from the Covid pandemic.
Most of the deaths today have been registered in Cádiz (six) and Jaén (three). In Almería there have been two and in Malaga, one, as in Córdoba. There have been no fatalities in Granada, Huelva and Seville.
The infections , meanwhile, remain around a thousand. This Sunday there are 1,053 new cases registered, which represents an average of 804 daily cases this week . The last one, it should be remembered, there were more than 900 each day on average and the previous one they passed 1,900.
By provinces, Córdoba (173) and Seville (171) are the areas with the most cases this Sunday. They are followed by Cádiz (157); Malaga (154); Jaen (135); Granada (115); Huelva (101); and Almería (47 new infections).
The hospitalized go down
Those hospitalized for coronavirus in Andalusia, as a result of this drop in new cases, continues to decline. Thus, the community has this Sunday 1,329 people admitted for
Covid-19, 89 less than yesterday. This also means that Andalusia already has 60 percent fewer patients hospitalized for the pandemic than those it had at the peak of the second wave, on November 10, when there were 3,478.
In the ICU there is also good news. The Andalusians admitted to intensive care are today 301, on the verge of breaking the ground of 300, something that was not seen in Andalusia since the end of October.
In line with this Sunday’s data, the President of the Board, Juanma Moreno, stressed that “in a month, Andalusia has gone from the maximum incidence peak to being below the average, reducing hospitalized patients by 2,000 and improving situation of the 8 provinces. Source, Spanish: https://sevilla.abc.es/andalucia/sevi-andalucia-suma-13-muertos-coronavirus-cifra-mas-baja-desde-1-noviembre-202012131319_noticia.html

In Malaga, one out of every four Covid-related deaths has been a resident in a care home: Figures show that 26% of deaths in Malaga province were elderly people who lived in care homes and most were infected by asymptomatic workers. Of the deaths registered in the province up to 24 November, 26.8 per cent were residents of these homes. The health authorities have announced 161 such deaths, but the lack of testing carried out in the early months of the pandemic means the real figure is certainly higher. The figure is even more startling when you look at the percentage of deaths among the over-65s: they account for 87.9 per cent of all Covid-related deaths in Andalucía. Most of these victims (73.2 per cent) were aged over 75. Full article:
http://www.surinenglish.com/local/202012/11/every-four-covid-related-20201211112608-v.html

Brexit talks have been extended again but what does that mean?: The UK and the EU have agreed to continue negotiations over a post-Brexit trade deal, tearing up Sunday’s artificial deadline and promising to “go the extra mile” in an attempt to reach an agreement.
However, Boris Johnson has said that a no-deal scenario is still the “most likely” outcome, with the two sides deadlocked over the key issues of fishing rights and competition rules.
The extension to talks was announced following a phone call on Sunday morning between Mr Johnson and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.
And although the pair did not publicly set a new deadline to reach an agreement, one date looms above all else: December 31, only 18 days away, when the transition period ends and Britain completes its Brexit transformation — deal or no-deal. So what happens now? Full article: https://www.standard.co.uk/news/politics/brexit-talks-deadline-extended-b290876.html

Germany to impose stricter lockdown to battle COVID-19: Germany will close most stores from Wednesday until at least Jan. 10, cutting short the busy Christmas shopping season, as it tightens coronavirus restrictions and tries to rein in the spread of the disease, Chancellor Angela Merkel said on Sunday.
Only essential shops such as supermarkets and pharmacies, as well as banks, are to remain open from Dec. 16. Hair salons, beauty salons and tattoo parlours will also have to shut.
Schools will be closed in principle, and employers are asked to close operations or have employees work from home. The sale of fireworks will be banned ahead of New Year’s Eve. Private gatherings will remain limited to no more than five people from two households. For the Christmas holidays, the rule will be eased slightly so that families can celebrate together.
Germany has been in partial lockdown for six weeks, with bars and restaurants closed, while stores and schools have remained open. Full article: https://www.reuters.com/article/us-health-coronavirus-germany/germany-to-impose-stricter-lockdown-to-battle-covid-19-idUSKBN28N068?il=0

Could Spain introduce a four-day work week?: Pablo Iglesias, Spain’s deputy Prime Minister, has confirmed that the government is analyzing the possibility of introducing a four-day work week. The Socialist-led coalition government is looking into the possibility of Spain reducing the number of weekly hours to 32, without a loss of pay. Full article: https://www.thelocal.es/20201204/the-spanish-government-is-discussing-the-possibility-of-a-four-day-work-week

Benalmádena ice rink closes due to sharp fall in users: The ice rink in Benalmádena took its users by surprise last weekend, informing them that the activities due to take place had been cancelled as the complex was closing. PHOTO:SUR Full article: http://www.surinenglish.com/local/202012/11/benalmadena-rink-closes-sharp-20201211112617-v.html

Geminid meteor shower: Stargazers in the Northern Hemisphere could see up to 70 meteors per hour Sunday (December 13-14), when the Geminid meteor shower reach its peak. The following few nights should also be particularly good, as there will be no moon in the sky that interferes with sight, the Royal Astronomical Society explains in a statement. Full article: https://spainsnews.com/sunday-night-the-best-time-to-see-the-geminids/

For the latest COVID-19 info visit:

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

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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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

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DigameXtra No. 1813 Sunday, Dec. 13th, 2020

On December 13, 2020December 13, 2020 By Naythan

Welcome to DigameXtra !

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Announcements

When you need reliable info consult The Citizens Advice Bureau Spain at https://www.citizensadvice.org.es/…or the website or Facebook page of your local Town Hall (Ayuntamiento).

What’s On

Tell them you saw it on DigameXtra! Tell your favourite establishments to post on DigameXtra to get next-day publicity!

Due to the new Covid restrictions, to avoid disappointment I suggest you call to confirm events and times before the event. -Ed.

For the new official Covid restrictions, translated directly from the Junta de Andalucia site, see the news section in the Friday issue of DigameXtra, https://digamextra.com/2020/12/11/digamextra-no-1811-friday-dec-11th-2020/

Andalusian hoteliers may open their premises until later both on the night of December 24 to 25, 2020 and on the night of December 31, 2020 to January 1, 2021: The Andalusian Government has relaxed the time restriction only on these days as a nod to the hoteliers, who have been very belligerent with the restrictions. More info in today’s News Section.

Churches & Worship

Items For Sale / Wanted / Rent

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For Sale: 2 x 50m lots of used 3 core GENERAL USE cable 110/500v. Clean Bright Copper & Good Continuity – too good/useful to scrap. 20 euros ono each. Can deliver Sayalonga-Competa-Algarrobo for 5 euros.
Michael, Sayalonga. tel 711074241.
michaelD0Tqed@gmail.com

For Sale: Two, generous 50m lots of HEAVY USE electricity cable. 3 core – 0.6/1Kv – dated 04/02/13 (ex borehole pump). Bright Copper & Good Continuity. Too good to scrap. 35 euros each. I Can deliver – Sayalonga, Competa, Algarrobo – for 5 euros. Michael, Sayalonga. tel 711074241.
michaelD0Tqed@gmail.com

For Sale, 2 items:
-Intex Air Bed 15€. Used once, electrical inflation, just plug in to inflate,very comfortable. Unmarked as new in original bag.
-Edinburgh Lead Crystal Ships Decanter €25. Purchased from the Edinburgh crystal shop in Harrods. In perfect condition, never used.
Alan, Caleta de Vélez, Landline 952 555 517
Whatsapp text or phone 44 7885 298691

For Sale, 2 items:
-Ikea office furniture, in excellent condition, buyer must collect. €50
-Beds, in excellent condition, buyer must collect – €50 – Contact Carol, Caleta de Vélez
carolD0Tbausa@yahooD0Tcom

For Sale: New Gas Heater, bargain. Be cosy and warm this winter. 50€. Bought but didn’t use it. Includes empty CEPSA gas bottle. Sue, Torrox. Tel. 677322169 or
email: maundfitch @ gmail.com
Can meet at BP garage car park.

Recommendations & Requests

AVG FREE Users- Alert from DoctorLaptop: I am seeing many computers with AVG Free antivirus installed that are having problems installing the latest Windows 10 updates. These units may then fail to start correctly, or they may start to have display problems (distorted screens). If this happens to you and you’d like to fix it yourself do this, follow these steps in order I present them. The fix requires booting from a “recovery” DVD or USB Flash drive, then using System Restore roll back to a restore point from before the last Windows Update restore point, then when that is complete remove the recovery drive, then reboot to Safe Mode and uninstall AVG. Then boot normally and run the AVG Clear Tool (see below). If that does not make sense to you, you probably should not attempt it. Contact DoctorLaptop on 675 993 069 after 11am to get it sorted out.
Since the built-in Windows 10 anti-virus program is as good as any of the other “free” anti-virus programs on the market, I suggest avoiding them and sticking with just the built-in Windows Security.
If you do daily banking and/or shopping you may want better security. In that case I recommend you buy a premium quality anti-virus program; Kapersky and Bit Defender provide the best protection with the least effect on performance. (These are NOT affiliate links, I just believe from experience these are superior products.)
To remove AVG is a 2 step process. First, uninstall the program. Second, you will need to download the AVG CLEAR TOOL from this link https://www.avg.com/en-us/avg-remover. Once downloaded, double click the file to run the tool, and follow the instructions. When it asks permission to reboot into SAFE MODE, choose yes. The computer will restart to SAFE MODE, you’ll need to log in. Then the tool will run automatically. Again, just follow the prompts till the job is done.

Holiday Donations & Sponsorships: Businesses, please consider becoming a DigameXtra Sponsor to help pay our production expenses and WordPress server bill. You can join the Sponsor list and get extra posting privileges to better promote your services. Email for sponsor details. Non-Sponsor donations from businesses and individuals graciously accepted. There are two ways to make donations.
-Donations may be made by cash at my workshop in Torrox Costa.
-You may use Amazon to send me an “eGift voucher” by email. I prefer if you use Amazon UK, but if you must use Amazon ES that will also work.
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Bars in Andalusia may close on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve at one in the morning: {Translated from https://sevilla.abc.es} Updated: 12/12/2020 08:49h
Andalusian hoteliers may open their premises until later both on the night of December 24 to 25, 2020 and on the night of December 31, 2020 to January 1, 2021. The Andalusian Government has relaxed the time restriction only on these days as a nod to the hoteliers, who have been very belligerent with the restrictions.
This has been stated in the Official Gazette of the Junta de Andalucía (BOJA) published this Friday night, allowing the opening of said establishments up to half an hour before the time limit established in the current decree of the President of the Junta de Andalucía, by which establishes measures in the scope of the Autonomous Community of Andalusia in application of Royal Decree 926/2020, of October 25. That is to say, the curfew for those two special days in full Christmas holidays is agreed at 1.30 am, so the bars may be open until 1 in the morning in Andalusia.
The new measures announced this Thursday by the president of the Junta de Andalucía, Juanma Moreno, indicated certain hours, with a significant stoppage during the afternoon of two hours, to reopen later: from December 18 to January 10 the bars will be able to open until six in the afternoon, stop until eight and reopen until ten thirty at night, which has caused the discontent of the hospitality industry, which have asked to be allowed to open until later, greater capacity and eliminate the closure from six to eight in the afternoon during the Christmas period. However, it seems that both on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve the hoteliers are allowed to close half an hour before curfew, a respite for this sector that has been forced to finally draw the blind in some cases, adapt to restrictions and even reinventing itself in order to emerge from this crisis generated by the pandemic. Source, Spanish: https://sevilla.abc.es/andalucia/sevi-bares-andalucia-podran-cerrar-nochebuena-y-nochevieja-madrugada-202012112252_noticia.html

Italy’s staggering virus toll poses uncomfortable questions: Italy has added nearly 29,000 dead since Sept. 1. “Obviously there needs to be some reflection,” Guido Rasi, former executive director of the European Pharmaceutical Agency, told state TV after Italy reported a pandemic-high record of 993 deaths in one day. “This number of nearly 1,000 dead in 24 hours is much higher than the European average.”
Italy added another 649 victims Saturday, bringing its official total to 64,036 — just shy of Britain’s Europe-leading 64,123 dead, according to Johns Hopkins University. Both numbers are believed to greatly underestimate the real toll, due to missed infections, limited testing and different counting criteria. Full article: https://apnews.com/article/pandemics-europe-italy-coronavirus-pandemic-france-7594be9ff72658f7c49d9312609e8c34

Barcelona concert tests use of same-day COVID-19 screening:
Eager for a live music show after months of social distancing, more than 1,000 Barcelona residents gathered Saturday to participate in a medical study to evaluate the effectiveness of same-day coronavirus screening to safely hold cultural events.
After passing an antigen screening, 500 of the volunteers were randomly selected to enjoy a free concert inside Barcelona’s Apolo Theater.
The other 500 who didn’t get selected were sent home. They will form a control group that will allow the organizers to analyze if there was any contagion inside the concert hall despite the screening with antigen tests, which while not as accurate as other types of tests, do produce results in 15 minutes as compared to several hours, or days, later. Full article: https://apnews.com/article/entertainment-music-coronavirus-pandemic-barcelona-spain-6f05f2148b7a10627e0a13b81fbeb5d8

For the latest COVID-19 info visit:

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

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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Useful Links, Info & Numbers

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
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Nerja: 952 521 545
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DigameXtra No. 1812 Saturday, Dec. 12th, 2020

On December 12, 2020December 11, 2020 By Naythan

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When you need reliable info consult The Citizens Advice Bureau Spain at https://www.citizensadvice.org.es/…or the website or Facebook page of your local Town Hall (Ayuntamiento).

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Due to the new Covid restrictions, to avoid disappointment I suggest you call to confirm events and times before the event. -Ed.

For the new official Covid restrictions, translated directly from the Junta de Andalucia site, see the news section in the Friday issue of DigameXtra, https://digamextra.com/2020/12/11/digamextra-no-1811-friday-dec-11th-2020/

Trapiche Market: Fantastic news – Trapiche Market is back on this Tuesday 15th December. It’s time to get your Christmas shopping and the stallholders are here to help. Come and join us for a free glass of mulled wine and some chocolates.
Items for sale inlude vintage clothing; hand turned olive wood items; natural soaps and beauty products; hand-painted Andalucian tiles and ceramics; handmade cards; original artwork and photography; delicious cakes, pies, pastries & artisan chocolates; garden & house ornaments; large selection of 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. Visit Judy to have your clothes altered or commission new ones, she’s also selling cloth masks. Yolanda is waiting to cut your hair.
The market is open every Tuesday from 9:30am-1:30pm.
Carretera Benamargosa, 0.5 KM, 29718 Vélez-Málaga.
We look forward to seeing you in the very near future. If you’d like more information please contact
Anita at anitajjordan @ hotmail.com ; +34 627 877 164

Greek Casita- Torrox Costa: New Hours from 18Dec when we enter “Phase Two”
-Our current “Phase One” opening hours are 1-6pm.
-Starting Friday Dec 18 our “Phase Two” opening hours will be 1-6pm and 8-10:30pm. For evening dining please arrive no later than 9pm.
Located on the sea promenade, between the Safari bar and Picadero restaurants, BLQ 80 bajo. Tel: 642 585 049
See you soon! Home Page

Christmas Lunch with Live Music: Rosmarino’s, Friday Dec 25th from 1pm. 3 course menu €56.50pp. See poster for menu.
C’mon and celebrate Christmas with us.
Romantic & Christmas Live Music and a delicious 3 Course Christmas Menu.
Please reserve your Table, Cristina Lugli Tel 952 850 148 Marbella. FB Page

Christmas Special: Dona Julia Golf Club Restaurant
Friday Dec 25th 1:00pm start, dinner starts at 1:30pm. Music quiz after dinner. Traditional food, wine, beer and all your favorite Christmas hits €35. Reserve asap as space is limited. 29690 Casares, Málaga.
Questions call me on 635717211 or
email colin@jivespain.com FB Page

Costa Animal Society – Nerja – Crafty Christmas Fayre:
Please come along and help support the work we do here at C.A.S.
This Saturday 12th December we will be holding our Crafty Christmas Fair in the grounds of Fitzgerald’s Bar (Underneath SuperSol on Calle Antonio Ferrandis Chanqueta) from 2pm – 5pm. There will be all the usual Christmas gift ideas as well as some unique hand made items to make your present to someone, that little bit special.
There is ample parking nearby in “The Dustbowl” and also by “The Boat” in the Verano Azul Car Park.
More information about the work of C.A.S. can be found here as well as a “Map” link.
https://casnerja.webs.com/apps/calendar/showEvent?calID=6333153&eventID=280911645

Services Wanted/Offered

Tony Roam Transport & Removals Departure and Arrival Dates:
16 years Removals To & Fro Spain / UK Spain.
Guaranteed Scheduled and also unscheduled all year every month on time.
We also offer a door to door at dates and times you choose.
Next Guaranteed Scheduled Trip Leaving Spain 7th December Arrive UK 9th December.
Additional unscheduled trips in between.
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 / Portsmouth / Plymouth Ferry.
Also if you have small or large items that you might like to purchase off internet sites ie Amazon, furniture world, eBay etc. and have them delivered to our depot in the Uk collection or delivery can then be made here around Torrox area.
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.
Face book Tony Roam – WhatsApp Either Number

Andale Livery- Horse Riding Centre- Nerja: Open every day! Beach and mountain rides for all levels from beginners to the experienced ALL welcome from aged 3 yrs upwards. PM or call us to book. Discount for groups of 4 or more.
Tel 671 229 762 FB Page

Property photography: Hi, are you thinking of moving or just wanting to let your property out and needing photos for your website, we can help with that we are professional photographers that work in the Axaquia region of Spain.
Property Photography is on our website below.
Why not give us a ring and we can talk through the ideas that you have you can get hold of us throught our website?
Website: https://ojofoto.com/ ; Facebook page is ojofoto365
Anne: +34 608 152 937 ; Gary: +34 680 180 392
Office: +34 952 754 677 We look forward to hearing from you!
Anne and Gary at ojofoto

Churches & Worship

Items For Sale / Wanted / Rent

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Casa Magel- Room Available Over Christmas: Due to a cancellation, we now have a double ensuite room available for the special Christmas celebration 24th 25th & 26th December to include B&B for 3 nights, Christmas Eve 3 course dinner with wine. Traditional Christmas day 3 course Lunch, with Cava & wine, snacks for supper.
Wine & drinks all day. Boxing day late lunch with wine. Gifts & games and all the bells & whistles for Christmas. 375€ for 2 sharing double en suite room.
Join us and have an unforgettable Christmas.
http://www.casamagel.com ; casamagel@yahoo.com 722879503

Great Deals From The Nerja Household Centre:
-Beautiful sideboard with glass top done in a chocolate chalk paint & waxed ( mirror can be done to match if required extra cost ) Measurements Width 105cms Depth 41cms Height 81cms Price 125€
-Old chest of drawers stripped back to natural with bronze handles and olive green chalk paint & waxed. W75 x D42 x H82cms Price 55€
-Sideboard stripped back to natural waxed with grey chalk paint Measurements W150 x D40 x H89cms Price 135€
Contact Jackie/Nerja 672170429
info at nerjahouseholdcentre dot com

For Sale, 3 items:
-Gents Guy Laroche “Drakkar Noir” Eau de Toilette, unwanted gift, sealed and in original wrapping. Perfect condition 10€
(online price with Prime delivery 20.63€)
-Gents Paco Rabanne Classic Eau de Toilette, 100ml,
unwanted gift, sealed and in original wrapping. Perfect condition 30€ (online price with Prime delivery 45.90€)
-Hermes Green Orange Concentrate Eau de Toilette, Uní-sex fragrance, directly from Hermes shop in Paris. Please note this is an original unboxed unused ‘tester’ spray hence the low price.
As new with original manufacturers marks on shipping wrapper and bottle.
50€ (Online price for boxed item 91.49€ with Prime delivery)
Please call or text Alan / Caleta de Velez area on WhatsApp
44 7885298691 or landline 952 555 517
( this is a Spanish number so no country code required )

For Sale: Celestron Astromaster telescope as new very little usage. Electronic star tracking and counterbalanced for easy use. Full instructions including DVD in various languages.
Can deliver in Torrox or store until restrictions lift. 150 euros.
Geoff, Torrox 951066068 / 666322732

For Sale: Unused Pro Bouncer Homecom trampoline. Fixed hand hold, great for exercise and for beginners. Can meet up for collection. 80.00 euros.
Contact Steve 665 235 689 Caleta de Velez, Velez Malaga

Recommendations & Requests

TIE cards: Has anyone got any information on the issuing of TIE cards, I successfully applied for mine at Torre del Mar Police Station on October the 3rd and was told to come back in one month to collect it, I returned on November the 4th and was told that they were produced in Madrid and the machine that makes them had broken down and production had stopped, they couldn’t tell me any more.
If you have any further information please contact me on mikestevenitt@gmail.com
I would be very grateful. Michael of Frigiliana.

Thanks: Thank you Naythan, what would we do without you?
Happy Christmas and a hopefully a good and better New Year.
Sylvia, Riogordo

Thanks: Hello Naythan, thank you very much for the quick informations ! It’s relieving ! Kind regards, Edwin + Dagmar, Competa

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Questions and answers so as not to get lost in the new measures of Andalusia against Covid for Christmas : {Translated from https://sevilla.abc.es}
Updated: 11/12/2020 13: 36h
The president of the Junta de Andalucía, Juanma Moreno, announced this Thursday the new measures to face the coronavirus pandemic during the Christmas holidays. These are the answers to the possible doubts about the restrictions that will take effect from 00:00 on Saturday, December 12, distinguishing two phases, from December 12 to 17 and from Friday, December 18 to Sunday, January 10.
-Can I go to my second residence on the beach?
It depends on the date and place of residence. From midnight this Friday, December 12 until Thursday, December 17 (included) mobility will be allowed between municipalities in the same province. That is, I can go from Cádiz to Conil , but I cannot travel from Seville to Almonte, in the province of Huelva. The tap for mobility between provinces within Andalusia will open on December 18 and until January 10. On those dates, you can go from Córdoba to your second residence in Fuengirola, for example, or from Seville to Rocío.
-If I live in Madrid, can I go to my second residence in Andalusia? Not if you are not visiting a relative. The entry and exit of Andalusia is only allowed for family reunification.
-Can my girlfriend come to dinner on Christmas Eve or New Years Eve? The bride can share a table and tablecloth with my family only if she lives in Andalusia. It is considered as “close friend”, a term that the Ministry of Health does contemplate, but that the Junta de Andalucía has rejected as being ambiguous and “making it difficult to control by those who have to comply with the rules”, as specified by Juanma Moreno .
-And my brother in law? Yes, you can come to dinner on Christmas Eve because it falls within the assumptions of family reunification. Of course, there is a limitation: no more than two family coexistence groups living under the same roof can come together.
-Can I gather ten people at my house on December 30? No. The limit is six people. Only a maximum of 10 people can be grouped in a family home on December 24, 25 and 31, as well as on January 1.
-Can I have a Christmas drink in a bar? Yes. But no more than six people can meet. The hotel business may open at a special split schedule, from morning until 6:00 p.m. and reopening from 8:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
-What time does the curfew end? It depends on the date. Between December 12 and 17, the curfew remains the same as before. At 22.00 hours. As of Friday, December 18, and until January 10, it is extended between 11 p.m. and 6 a.m. from December 18 to January 10.
-Can I go to a party? No, unless it does not exceed six people. On Christmas Eve and Christmas the curfew is delayed until 1.30 am.
-Can I go shopping in Seville if I live in Valencina? Yes, but it will have to wait until this Saturday. The trade may open until 9:00 p.m. until January 10.
-Will I be able to go to the gym during Christmas? Yes. As of this Saturday, December 12, the operating hours of sports centers throughout the community will be extended. Currently, since they are not considered essential services, they must close at 6:00 p.m. This schedule is extended until 9:00 p.m. when the incidence of the pandemic decreases (not sure about what this is referring to. -Ed.). Source, Spanish: https://sevilla.abc.es/andalucia/sevi-preguntas-y-respuestas-para-no-perderse-nuevas-medidas-andalucia-contra-covid-para-navidad-202012102205_noticia.html#ancla_comentarios

Bar and restaurant owners hit out at new Covid-19 measures in Andalucía: The hospitality sector that “just wants to work” has called for the resignation of the Junta’s president Juanma Moreno.
Bar and restaurant owners across Andalucía claim that the Junta’s president, Juanma Moreno, has “sacrificed hospitality” after announcing the new Covid-19 measures on Thursday which will force bars to close for two-hours during the early evening in phase two of the easing of restrictions.
The Horeca trade association has announced it is breaking its relationship with the Junta “because of the mistreatment of the sector” after the measures were published.
During phase one from 12 to 17 December bars and restaurants will have to close at 6pm as now. But during phase two – from 18 December to 10 January they must close for two hours at 6pm but will then be allowed to open again until 10.30pm. Full article: http://www.surinenglish.com/local/202012/11/restaurant-owners-covid-measures-20201211122938.html

BREXIT- Britain is likely to complete its journey out of the EU in three weeks without a trade deal, British Prime Minister Boris Johnson and European Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen said on Friday: Von der Leyen was quoted by an EU official as telling leaders of the bloc’s 27 member states attending a summit in Brussels on Friday that prospects for a deal had worsened. “The probability of a no deal is higher than of a deal,” the official said on condition of anonymity. Johnson and Von der Leyen have given negotiators until Sunday evening to break the deadlock over fishing rights and EU demands for Britain to face consequences if in the future it diverges from the bloc’s rules.
Johnson must decide whether the deal on offer is worth taking or the future freedom and domestic political benefits afforded by leaving without one outweigh the economic costs. Full article:
https://www.telegraphindia.com/world/britain-to-exit-eu-in-three-weeks-without-a-trade-deal/cid/1800271

Fake electricity technicians tricked elderly to steal from them:
National Police arrested three men who tricked elderly people, pretending to be electricity technicians, and stole cash and jewellery from their homes in Marbella.
They would call the victims to tell them that there was a problem with their electric supply which was making bills higher than necessary, and get the elderly people to agree to a house call.
Two of them would then visit the house, and while one kept the occupant busy, supposedly testing the electric supply in one part of the house, the other would search other rooms for cash, jewellery and valuables. They had been active throughout Spain, but had settled in Marbella recently, committing crimes along the Costa del Sol. Full article: https://www.euroweeklynews.com/2020/12/10/fake-electricity-technicians-tricked-elderly-to-steal-from-them/

Junta launches helpline to get rid of squatters: Junta de Andalucia has launched a free phone number to help people who find squatters on their property to get rid of them immediately.
The phone number, 900.100.112, will be connected to the Provincial Departments of the Junta in all eight provinces of Andalucia.
The number will be operative from next week and will provide property owners with the necessary legal aid and cooperation from lawyers as well as the police to get squatters out of their homes immediately, whether they have entered their usual place of residence or a second home. Full article: https://www.euroweeklynews.com/2020/12/10/junta-launches-helpline-to-get-rid-of-squatters/

For the latest COVID-19 info visit:

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

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

Missing cat, Torrox: Bruno has been missing from our home in Pago Manzano Alto, Torrox Campo since Monday night. He has a distinctive tail that is twisted into a knot. He is chipped but very nervous of people, so unlikely to approach strangers. He never usually strays far from our land, or his food bowl, so we’re extremely concerned now. Barbara.
Email: wickseyb at hotmail dot com

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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
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DigameXtra No. 1811 Friday, Dec. 11th, 2020

On December 11, 2020December 10, 2020 By Naythan

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