Andalucía registered the highest number of contagions in one day during the whole of the pandemic, which has lead the PM to consider stricter measures.
Junta PM Hints at Measures
by Martin Myall •
Gift Not Accepted
by Hugh MacArthur •
Representatives for the General Workers Union at Almuñécar Town Hall have decided to reject the Christmas gift from the Town Council to the Policía Local.
Omicron Wave Travel Essentials
by Paula Anthony •
As COVID cases rise as the Omicron variant spreads, lives across the world have been horrendously impacted.
Killing Horses for Illicit Gain
by Hugh MacArthur •
It won’t be until next October that the case against 13 people standing accused of killing horses in order to cash in insurance claims will be held.
There’s Always One
by Martin Myall •
On Christmas day within the city of Granada a passenger on an Alsa bus decided to take off his mask and light a cigarette. Trouble was on its way.
Órgiva Xmas Cancelled
by Martin Myall •
The capital of the Alpujarra Granadina, Órgiva, has experience a sharp increase in contagion so Mayor Raúl Orellana decided to cancel further Xmas celebrations.
The Volcano Grows Quiet
by Hugh MacArthur •
The authorities on La Palma (Canary Islands) announced that the volcanic eruption has apparently concluded after 85 days of continuous activity.
Christmas Eve Accidents
by Vivienne Hughes •
The Andalusian, emergency, call centre, 112 handled 3,523 incidents over the region during Christmas Eve and the first hours of Christmas Day.
Car vs. Lamppost Fight
by Martin Myall •
Somebody tied their car around a lamppost in the centre of Granada and then did a Houdini… very telling!
Homage Paid to Almuñequera
by Vivienne Hughes •
International, handball player, Irene Espínola, Almuñequera, received a plaque from the Mayor, Trinidad Herrera in recognition of her feats.
Christmas Greetings
by Martin Myall •
This is going to be the afternoon article for today, as the Seaside Gazette; its contributors and advertisers, would like to wish our readers a Merry Christmas.
Paddle Surfing Santa Arrives
by Martin Myall •
Santa arrived in La Herradura yesterday afternoon, as has become the custom, paddling in on a surf board, accompanied by helpers.
Eco-Reminder Christmas Tree
by Hugh MacArthur •
You’re probably wondering what that strange Christmas tree is, if you live in Almuñécar, in front of the municipal, police-station entrance.
Covid Test Shortages
by Martin Myall •
The Federación de Consumidores en Acción (consumer protection federation) has found a difference in pricing of 102% for antigene, self-testing kits in Spain.
Masks Obligatory Outdoors
by Martin Myall •
For most people the Prime Minister’s decision to reimpose the wearing of masks in exteriors won’t make difference, as they already wear one on the streets.