On the subject of pipelines, we have also been treated to another major announcement from our Mayor regarding improvements to our infrastructure.
Dam Problems
by Dave Nichols •
Let’s start with one of our favourites– the Rules Dam. Believe it or not, the subject of exactly how to distribute the water from this magnificent (and hugely expensive) edifice is now on the local political table. And, as you might expect, local politics is, to say the least, extremely local.
What a Month!
by Dave Nichols •
What a month! Between sorting out the Irish economy (you will take the money, you economic illiterates) and sending the Kim Jong dynasty to the naughty step for causing another nasty mess in Korea, one has been extremely busy. Not to mention the time spent trying to track down Gordon Brown, so that he might…
Crematorium Complaints
by Dave Nichols •
A test that was carried out at the controversial crematorium, created a fresh round of protests from neighbouring locals.
Park Improvements
by Dave Nichols •
Talking of the town’s main park, the Parque de las Americas, it’s going to receive a facelift, as well. The town’s skint (broke) but as voters have to be ‘stimulated,’ money from somewhere will be found – or borrowed – to impress them, naturally.
The States Beckons
by Dave Nichols •
Well, now, speaking of living here – some, many or fewer of you will have heard that Arlene (aka SWMBO) and I are moving back to the good ol’ US of A. ‘Tis true, I regret to tell you.
Elections Looming
by Dave Nichols •
Oh, goody, another segue. You can tell that elections are looming large in the minds of all our worthy local leaders. We’re not yet at the stage where those annoying cars with Tannoy speakers are cruising the town, disturbing one’s lunch, but the positioning has definitely started
ICSalobrena Autumn Programme
by Dave Nichols •
The International Club now has its autumn/winter programme in full swing, including outings to various places of interest, get-togethers, including a Curry Lunch at the home of Mike & Jenny Comley (if you haven’t tasted their cooking, you’re in for a treat) in aid of charity, and a Christmas Party early in December. Check out…
Goodbye Summer
by Dave Nichols •
As I write this, in mid – September, all one can really say is, “Phew.” The August heat has gone, most of the Tourists, ditto, and we can get back to life as we planned to live it when we came here!
Eco Rastro News
by Dave Nichols •
As we get back to normal, by the time you read this, the next Eco Rastro (told you I’d carry on calling it that) will have been held, in El Parque de la Fuente, on October 2nd (not on the online edition, mind).