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Today (Febr 23rd) I was walking along the beach in Salobreña and noticed that workers were busy removing one of the metal-toilet, facility structure that were put there last year. Apparently at least one of them was damaged and blown over by the strong winds. What surprised me was that a huge hole was dug and men and machines were minimizing this facility structure! Is it possible that Salobreña municipality is really burying this ON the beach? Can you please sort this out because if it is true what kind of example is this for everyone?
Hi, Jose, thanks for writing in. Unfortunately, we are very busy at the moment getting the paper edition to the printer for the March issue. We will look into it next week
Martin, the Editor.
Bonjour,
I stay at Taramay.
Since we arrived at Xmas, we suffered at least 9 “apagòn”, the last one yesterday February 10 in the evening.
Although being sometime short (less than 1 minute), in influences all electronic in the house.
Are we going to be a new Ukrainia?
Is the electricity red in the same state than the rail?
Endesa has no client service web adress (or so well hiden).
Do you know if these problems are only related to
almunecar, …or only Taramay?
Muchas gracias
In solidarity with Palestine and the town of Khan Yunis in Gaza, which has been twinned
with Almunecar – La Herradura since 1986, banners have been placed in prominent
positions in Almunecar asking people to boycott Israeli products. Bravo.
If Governments worldwide refuse to place economic sanctions on Israel, BDS (Boycott, Sanction, Divest)
is the most powerful way people can exert pressure on Israel to comply with international law and human rights standards regarding Palestinians.
If any of your many thousands of avid readers of your site know anyone at the Almenecar Ayuntamiento can you please ask someone to cut the tie of the palm tree at the bottom of Calle Principal in Cotobro. A team has gone to a lot of trouble to plant one f off tree on the beach yet forgot to cut the tie of the palms. If has been like this for weeks and every time I see it I say why have they not cut the tie (or words to that effect) I just think it would be more aesthetically pleasing to finish the job, I will even offer to hold the ladder if that helps.
Does anyone know a ‘Handy Man / Odd Job Man’ local to Velilla Almunecar?
Why does the electricity keep going out on the Paseo del Altillo (June 15 & 16 )?
Dear Readers and Authors.
I think the Noisy Airplanes of Velez Malaga Flight Schools are the new Jetskis.
They decided to to their Training Circles right over or in front of La Herradura ( mainly Maro Cerro Gordo Nature Park) and Punta de la Mona Nerja and Almunecar.
I think I am not the only one hearing this.
This constant Engine Noise thats in the air for hours a day is not only annoying for the permanent residents but also damages the tourism industry of this area, thats based on nature and tranquility.
What can we do to stop them ?
Hi, do you know why the large piece of wasteland near the beach in Salobrena, between El peñón and la guardia is being cleared?
Many thanks.
I have a family member who has gone missing from Motril. I have contacted the local police in January but since then there has not been much information.
I would really appreciate some advice from the local people on what more I can do.
Thanks
My question is the following,
On Friday, May 23rd, we had a power outage in La Herradura from about 7 pm to 1 am.
Why have we had so many power outages lately and what is being done about it?
Huub van Dijk, La Herradura
Hiya. Trying to contact you about a possible human ( British) interest story.
A Lady I assist. When she has to work abroad. Has 14 adult cats. Only 4 are hers. The rest come from all around. Free outdoor food and water. Also one of the cats gave birth to 6 lovely kittens. Who stay indoors. Anyway she is at her wits end. Someone ( British) . May show an interest in either adult or kittens.
It may read a lot better then doom and gloom. She’s a very nice person. So can I pass on her details or yours to her. ??
Not just the walls of castles falling down to mother nature. Casa grounds by it’s pool two plots up from me. During satui rugby. I thought it was thunder or a small earthquake or the English pack rolling forward. Nope about thirty feet of hillside rock collapsing.
Hello Martin Myall,
As nonresident Danish Salobreneros spending most of our time in Copenhagen, my wife and I enjoy listening to Radio Salobrena daily on the internet. However, for the last few days we have been unable to receive the radio station on our internet radio, IPads or mobil phones. Radio Salobrena does not seem to mention anything about having transmission problems on their website, but maybe you can help us to find out what can be the problem?
Apart from Radio Salobrena, we are also daily readers of the Seaside Gazette and enjoy getting the local news from your perspective!
Best wishes,
Michael Danielsen
One small point about the Spanish Prime minister, (or it it President, sounds grander) plans for future taxation of non EU peoples buying up home for profits.
Is he not aware that most of the Western World exists under a Capitalist mandate, of one sort or another. But sulking about the UK leaving the Club. Shouldn’t really come into this issue. If his worried about non EU buyers. He should also perhaps look at the by far richer EU States. Whose money goes a long way. Say from Scandinavia or Germany or Holland. More then a few EU residents in those countries enjoy the Spanish housing and some may even rent out to others. Hypocrisy. Nice word to describe some political types.
I am a UK twice a day reader who visits Almuñecar during May, I am looking forward to seeing the new indoor market on my next visit.
Will I be disappointed ?
You’ve done some great stories on illegal waste dumps and we want to tell you about a protest we are making in Canillas de Aceituno. A project for a huge landfill and waste recycling centre has been submitted with the Junta which will fill our beautiful valleys and cause untold environmental damage. When residents discovered the plan we united quickly against this and have around 1000 signatures to submit with our objection. They already built massive roads throughout the campo around the area planned for the site with no planning permission and no permission for the project. Please do help us publicise this to gather more support. I have a press release and photos, but you can also see our website or contact me directly.
Martin. I still read all of your articles. But have been informed that my opinions can offend people.
But today I had an example of what to me is a issue here and in in rural France. I went to drop cat litter off this morning and a chap in a four wheel drive. Dumped a plastic bag and drove off hurriedly. I went to put my bag in and heard a distressed animal calling. Picked up the plastic bag. One sadly deceased newborn and one yowling for food and it’s mummy.
Took them out of the bag and wrapped them in a towel. Then off to Salobrena from molvizar. Sadly. Yes one dead. Other fella asleep as I cuddled the blanket. Vet said did I want to look after the new born petrol. Which I cannot with three cats and one kitten. Plus rented accommodation.
So she said euthanasia.
I hope whoever dumped these poor animals. That they have a seat in a very hot place. Not even the whatsits to kill them. I know your four wheel drive.!! Those cries will haunt me.
For those of us within earshot of the coast the jetskis were problem enough this summer to spoil the tranquility of the region.
For some months now, folks living anywhere in the region have had to endure a worse noise – from light aircraft flying back and forth. Sometimes they can be heard for up to 30 minutes as they cruise up and down the coast rather then out to sea where the disturbance might be limited.
This is particularly tedious when they have loud engines and accelerate to gain altitude.
If anyone can identify who is doing this please reply.
Just as with Jetskis, it’s a selfish imposition on the whole population by very few.
If you are disturbed by this please tell the editor!!
Peace be with you!!
Nick.
La Herradura
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As the town of Khan Yunis in Gaza is twinned with Almunecar, has there been any response from the Mayor to the genocide in Gaza? Many people don’t know exactly what is still happening a year later, because much of the mainstream media and Governments who support Israel don’t wish to report it and continue to supply weapons to the Israeli regime who have killed at least 42,000 people. The Lancet medical journal estimated the real figure is more like 180,000 people as so many are under the rubble.
I am a Twitter user, but I don’t support Elon Musk. Had it not been for people on the ground last week showing a young man in a hospital tent burning alive and so many other atrocities during the last year the world would not know. More journalists, mostly Arabs have been killed during this genocide than any other in recent history because Israel and most of the Western establishment don’t want you to know. To be silent a year on, is to be complicit.
Hi Guys, I was thrilled to see your announcement that Chick Corea will kick off the Jazz en la Costa Festival this year, on July 17! Wow! But I can’t see that on the program. Any more info? Thanks!!!!
For the last few weeks I have not been able to read any comments. I have tried in Chrome and Edge. It seems to be after you upgraded things. Any ideas? Please email me as I will not be able to see if you just add in the comments section.
Hi Martin,
I know you are familiar with the issues around use/abuse of jet skis in La Herradura.
We observed abuse close to the Peña Parda end of the bay today en route for lunch at Chambao de Vicente. When we walked back we saw La Guardia officers speaking with jet ski owners on the beach and apparently remonstrating. May be worth a check to see if they were indeed being fined etc.
Patrick: No, take them to Mercadona and ask the to show you where the supposed BBF dates are marked.
Are sell by dates not mandatory here. Two items I have bought from Mercadona. One a boxed camembert. Which in my experience lasts ages unopened in a fridge. One week. Gone off. Checked package. No sell by date. Ham slices today. No sell by date. Is this legal and expected here. ??
Hello everyone
Is there a reason i cannot read anyones comments
Viva a good yawn
Warren
Patrick: Lol, to late to contact the Town Hall until Monday now… well within your shower schedule, so no panic! 😉
Hiya. Water down to a trickle since yesterday in the molvizar area. I don’t mind. One shower a month is ok for me. But others??
Hola Martin
Sorry to bother you but I’ve received an email from Diana Porter (ex-coordinadora del Cineclub en Salobreña) saying that someone called Emily Allinson has contacted the SG asking to be put in contact with me.
If you still have her contact details please feel free to forward my email address, as above, to her.
Thanks a lot.
Maria Hehir
Hi, I am just wanting to make contact with Maria Hehir, who wrote your film reviews up until 2017, please can you help me?
Hiya. Can you tell me when the Center For Islamic Studies, opened its doors in Molvizar? Opposite the nice restaurant? Found it was where the temporary town hall was. For Padron Issues. It seems it’s open 24/7. Bit of an issue for parking in that neck of the woods. Surprised really as I didn’t know there would be a demand for such a Center in that area. Rather then Motril or Almunecar.
Alan: I know Raul – he’s a good bloke and speaks good English. The trouble is that Almuñécar only has one branch and it’s murder getting through. I have his email address somewhere so I will dig around for it. That’s where I have my account, unfortunately.
Hello I am stuck in England and want to contact Caja Rural on Avenida andalucia does anyone have an email address for them I have used the one I had 4 years ago with no joy.. if anyone nips in to bank of Raul is still there thin guy black hair balding say Alan Kerouac wants to get in touch thank you
Hello,
Can anyone recommend a floor tile polishing service. I am after a quote for my holiday property in Velez De Benaudalla – Travertine floor tiles. I will be back in Spain from the 6-11 May and would like the work doing during this period please.
Patrick: I’ll ask Almuñécar Town Hall on Monday 😉
Hiya Martyn. How do I find information about these places for sale via Almunecar town hall. I’m a bit duff on these things.
Hi, Metike, please send any info and photos to info@theseasidegazette.com. Many thanks, Martin
Hello, near the little village Caleta , where the path goes around rocks , there is yellowish pollution on the water , it is quite big and it hit the rocks here… I have some photos and videos , but i dont know where to send it?
Howard: we will look into it – thank you.
there is a rumour that the Almunecar public market is going to be delayed indefiniely due to a dispute about the construction company demanding a great deal more money to be able to continue working on it. Supposedly because of problems obtaining materials has gone through the roof.