Motril now has its second public swimming pool, which is situated in the north of the town, next to the Parque de las Provincias, Barrio de Los Álamos.
Biker and Shepherd before Judge
by Vivienne Hughes •
It was back in September 2010 when a shepherd and a motorcyclist came to blows in Polopos; over two years later they stand accused of mutual attempted murder.
Multi-Tasking Politician
by David Darby •
Let’s face it, we all wish that our politicians worked harder and got more done for us. Multi-tasking is the the phrase often used to describe people capable of performing more than one job at a time. Let’s be honest and rather sexist here, it is normally women that are far more capable at this than us men.
The Almuñécar Market Squabble
by Martin Myall •
The Almuñécar municipal market has become yet another squabbling point between political parties – something to score points off.
Noisy Speed Bumps?
by Martin Myall •
If you have driven around Almuñécar, then you will have passed over the double speed bumps in La Carrera; i.e., at the top of town between where the fountain is and where the municipal-market street emerges.
Benny Revival?
by Martin Myall •
The provincial headquarters of the PA – Benavides’ old party – announced that it had not closed its doors to their ex-star player returning.
Salobreña Rejects Provincial Council Plan
by Martin Myall •
In the last Plenary meeting of the Salobreña Town Council a proposal made by the Provincial Council concerning rubbish disposal was unanimously rejected.
Romeria Pago de Guerra
by Martin Myall •
Thanks to a change of weather, the Pago de Guerra Romería was blessed by sun – sounds crazy to say such a thing on the Costa Tropical, but it has been rather wet.
Royal British Legion
by RBL •
When I looked around the Plaza de España on Sunday at the many and varied stalls, I couldn’t help but be impressed by the organisation and effort that must go into Residents Day. There were stalls for charities, newspapers, golf societies, clubs and many many more. The RBL Nerja branch had a tombola stall with…
Encontarte Salobreña
by 1616books •
The Salobreña Town Council hosted a gathering of local clubs and associations on Sunday the 14th, where they had a chance to show off their works, such as painting, tapestry, pottery or basket weaving with esparto grass.
Nerja Día del Residente
by Martin Myall •
The Plaza de España in Nerja was the site of the 14th annual Día del Residente yesterday, Sunday the 14th. The Municipal Band opened the event, followed by the woman in charge of the foreign residents Office, Inocencia Quintero, who thanked everybody for participating, both as spectators and organizers. She even expressed her recognition and…
Meanwhile, Down in the Pits
by Martin Myall •
Almuñécar maintenance crews have been busy on the ancient fish-salting factory in the Majuelo park, where the extensive rainfall has created a green jungle.
Model Aircraft Exhibition
by Martin Myall •
The Museo de Historia will be running an exhibition from the 7th of June until the 6th of July, comprising of models made by some of the best model-aircraft builders from around the world. The Exhibition will also including a photo exhibition, all timed to coincide with the Motril Airshow on the 16th of June.
Repaired for Demolition
by Martin Myall •
Flat owners in the Santa Adela district (Zaidin) of Granada are obligated by law to carry out repairs to their property, even though its is awaiting demolition.
Faulty Planning
by Martin Myall •
One burglar in Maracena had a seriously lack of foresight when he decided to rob a mattress shop – it’s next-door neighbour was the Guardia Civil post. This intrepid 39-year-old was caught red handed, not unsurprisingly.