It seems like even the online scammers are finding being confined at home a producive experience: the latest is a Netflix scam.
Motril Policeman Infected
by Martin Myall •
It was only a matter of time: an officer belonging to the Policía Local in Motril has tested positive for Coronavirus. Furthermore, six of his colleagues have been put into quarantine.
A Stale Excuse
by Hugh MacArthur •
The police in Motril caught a man breaking the lock down, who had been using a stale loaf of bread as an excuse to be out and about.
Fake Fine Notifications
by Vivienne Hughes •
The Traffic Department (DGT) has issued a warning via social media about fake emails informing of supposed traffic fines. It’s not the first time they have had to do this.
Confinement Creativity
by Martin Myall •
So, we all need cheering up and thousands of people shut up in their own homes are working at precisely that. We can both enjoy and marvel at this video!
Guaranteed Bank Loans
by Martin Myall •
The Central Government has approved the first batch of 20,000 million in bank guarantees so that banks can start lending to businesses and autónomos.
Hotels for Hospital Overflow
by Vivienne Hughes •
The majority of hotels finally closed after the last clients left this Sunday past, following a one-week notice given by the Central Government. What now?
Orgiva Caravan Break-In
by Vivienne Hughes •
The Guardia Civil in Órgiva arrested a man for allegedly breaking into a caravan belonging to visiting tourists.
Cyber Attack on Hospitals
by Martin Myall •
As if the country’s hospitals didn’t have enough to cope with, they have been the target of a computer virus designed to crash a system.
Brother Hoaxes Own Sister
by Vivienne Hughes •
A crisis like this present one brings out heart-warming solidarity and sacrifice, but it also brings to the fore the callous, the devious and the stupid
A Silver Lining
by Martin Myall •
Something good is coming out of this crisis situation and that is the return of a neighbourly proximity and community spirit.
Yes, You Did See A Rig
by Hugh MacArthur •
The Port of Motril has confirmed that the oil platform just in sight off our coast is one that is on its way to Almería from Algeciras.
Immigrants Can’t Be Sent Back
by Hugh MacArthur •
One of the consequences of this present situation is that illegal immigrants picked up out to sea and brought to port, can’t be sent back.
Dr. W.K. Piller on Covid-19
by Wolfgang K Piller MD •
We asked Doctor Wolfgang K. Piller to do an online article for us on the Coronavirus, which is reproduced in continuation
Reader’s Says: Willing to Help
by Gazette Reader •
Since Mercadona cancelled their grocery delivery service, I am thinking quite a few people may be unable to get to the shops themselves, and would like to help.