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Spanish News:

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The Spanish News bulletins are at 09.30, 12.30, 15.30 and 20.30.

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Today's News:

Rise in violent crime in Malaga

Levels of violent crime have increased in Malaga province since the beginning of the year, compared to 2008. 18 fatalities have been reported in the Malaga region within the past 8 months, four more than the previous year. A 55 year old businessman was shot dead in Ronda yesterday, now the 14th incident this year. Police and the Guardia Civil are still investigating five cases, with no arrests made as yet.

Man wanted by police in Italy, caught in Marbella

A 42 year old Italian man has been arrested in Marbella, wanted by Italian police on drug trafficking charges. He’s been wanted by police in his home country since March 2008, following a raid in which 30 kilos of cocaine was seized, and an unknown quantity of cannabis. He was detained in a hotel in San Pedro yesterday, and been remanded in custody.

Clinical trials for swine flu vaccine getting underway

The department of health has announced clinical trials for the swine flu vaccine, for 400 children between six months and 17 years of age. 35 million euros has been allocated to the trials in Andalucia, a spokesman for the department of health stated yesterday that the region is prepared to cope with the virus, with vaccinations available for up to 60% of the population.

Roca in court again over dismissal from Marbella town hall

As investigations in fraud operation Malaya continue in Marbella, Juan Antonio Roca is set to appear in court again, following his recent dismissal from the town hall. The ex head of town planning was arrested three years ago, and had been suspended from work, but it was recently revealed he has now lost his job. Roca is hoping to receive compensation, if he isn’t re-employed. The case is due in court later this month.

Charity events for Ciudad de los Niños

A charity golf day is taking place this Saturday the 12th of September, in aid of the Ciudad de los Niños in Malaga. The tournament is taking place at Calanova. A summer fair is taking place the following Saturday, on the 19th, behind Café Bar Carlton in El Faro. There’ll be entertainment for all ages through the day, as well as a variety of stalls…for more details call 699 758 912.

Positively Pink breast cancer charity ball

The Positively Pink breast cancer charity is hosting the 5th annual ball on the 6th of October, at El Oceano Beach Hotel. A 3 course dinner is included, along with a complimentary open bar and fantastic live entertainment. Tickets are 95 euros, with half of the ticket price going to the charity. For more information telephone El Oceano on 952 587 550.

Emergency Telephone Numbers

POLICE 091 / 092
AMBULANCE 061
FIRE SERVICE 080
GUARDIA CIVIL 062

Useful Telephone Numbers

Carlos Haya Hospital 952 39 04 00
Civil Hospital 952 30 77 00
Materno Infantil Hospital 952 30 44 00
Costa del Sol Hospital 952 86 27 48
Red Cross 952 22 22 22
MALAGA AIRPORT 952 04 88 04
RENFE 952 24 02 02

Town Halls

Alhaurin de La Torre 952 41 71 50
Alhaurin del Grande 952 49 00 00
Alora 952 49 61 00
Antequera 952 70 81 00
Archidona 952 71 40 61
Benalmadena 952 57 98 00
Cartama 952 42 21 95
Coin 952 45 30 20
Estepona 952 80 11 00
Fuengirola 952 58 93 00
Malaga 952 13 54 96
Marbella 952 76 11 00
Mijas 952 48 59 00
Nerja 952 54 84 00
Rincon de La Victoria 952 40 23 00
Ronda 952 87 11 71
Torremolinos 952 37 94 00
Torrox 952 53 82 00
Velez-Malaga 952 55 91 00

Consulates

Austria 952 60 02 67
Belgium 952 39 99 07
Canada 952 22 33 46
Denmark 952 44 84 50
Finland 952 21 24 35
France 952 22 65 90
Germany 952 36 35 91
Greece 952 31 18 47
Holland 952 38 08 88
Iceland 952 66 12 00
Ireland 952 47 51 08
Italy 952 30 61 50
Norway 952 21 03 31
Philippines 952 22 27 57
Saudi Arabia 952 31 03 58
Sweden 952 60 43 83
United Kingdom 952 35 23 00
USA 952 47 48 91