We have just received news that Pep Benaiges passed away last night. Below is his January column which he sent in on the 22nd and we feel it very fitting to publish it here in its original Spanish form. We will be publishing it in the paper edition as well as an obituary.
La Herradura
La Herradura News, Views and Opinions
Yes, It’s A Drought
by Martin Myall •
Despite today’s drizzle, we are in the middle of a drought, thanks to total lack of rain during the Autumn, following a longer-than-normal summer.
Plenary Meeting of the Almuñécar Town Council
by Hugh MacArthur •
Residents of Pago de Guerra and Loma del Gato in Almuñécar/Herradura will have their access roads improved. This was one of the 13 points addressed in the last Plenary Meeting of the Town Council for 2013.
Almuñécar Mercadona Maze
by David Darby •
Help! I keep getting lost in the Almuñécar Mercadona!
Las Gaviotas Gets A Visit
by Vivienne Hughes •
Kiddies from the Colegio Público Las Gaviotas in La Herradura had a chance to meet the local firemen, police and Protección Civil volunteers and find out what to do in an emergency.
Costa Tropical Lit Up for Christmas – Just…
by Martin Myall •
Budgets are tight but Costa Tropical’s Town Halls have scrapped funds together for Christmas street and square lighting.
Another Paragliding Accident
by Martin Myall •
A flyer, caught out by a sudden gust of wind, fell six metres onto the urbanización Punta de la Mona around the end of last month.
Gazette December Distribution
by Martin Myall •
The Seaside Gazette, December-issue distribution has begun with Herradura completed and 50% of Almuñécar. All Major, Almuñécar distribution points have received copies.
Winner for Andrés Segovia Guitar Competition
by Anne Eastwood •
Although there were fewer participants than usual this year, that certainly didn’t affect the high level of skill and dedication that these musicians brought to the competition, not to mention the enthusiasm or appreciation of the audience!
Carmenes del Mar Deception
by Martin Myall •
The 14th of November came and went and the owners on Carmenes del Mar are no closer to saving their homes.