Seconded to the parish of Tililngdon, the Reverend Dolores has been presented with a challenge.

She’s living in an antiquated house and she’s cold. Furthermore, her new Bishop, Bishop Alice does not approve of ‘showgirls in dog collars.’

Determined to prove the Bishop wrong, she sets about warming her house – who cares if it smells of horse! There is the crochet club, jumble sale, and soup run to organise. And this year, the church bells will ring, no matter what threats are made. Even more so, the newly formed choir will spread a little joy this Christmas, even though they can’t sing – yet! And with a little help from Phil, her bassist, this year could be full of magic.

However, she has a fight on her hands as the townies out in Knob Hill – she must stop calling it that, are trying to stop her from ringing her bells. When Krystal with a K decides to do some volunteer work, Dolores sets out to see just how committed she really is.

Up to her ears in granny squares and squawking choristers, Dolores is revving up for Christmas, yet a deeper darker secret is beginning to emerge!

A secret that could blow the whole parish apart and put Dolores in danger.

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Funchal Nominated As Best City To Raise Children

By Samantha Gannon on 25th May 2022 9:52 pm

This week, language App ‘Preply’ announced that Funchal was considered to be the best European city to raise children.

Having analysed 130 European cities, using three criteria – Education, Health and Safety and Leisure and Lifestyle-, Funchal was considered the best option for those looking to raise a family in a child friendly environment.

Lisbon ranked third on the list, with Porto just missing out on a top 20 place (ranked 22nd). Although all three cities are in the top 10 with regards to educational opportunities. Other cities included in the top ten include Trieste (Italy), Lisbon (Portugal), Edinburgh (UK), Reykjavik (Iceland), Prague (Czech Republic) and Helsinki (Finland).

London was considered to be the worst city in Europe to raise you kids!

Samantha Gannon

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