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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Resolution to Praia Formosa Parking Dilemma

By Samantha Gannon on 15th July 2022 9:08 pm

After six years of conflict, it would appear that a temporary resolution to the Praia Formosa car park situation has been reached.

During a meeting, the Mayor of Funchal, Pedro Calado stated that the municipality has managed to come to an agreement with the owners of the land; an agreement which will remain in effect until the end of July 2022.

The carparking will be managed by FrenteMar Funchal, and will cost 0.80 cents an hour and approximately 5.50 euros for a full day. A one hour exemption is applicable to all those who buy food and drinks at one of the commercial outlets.

Samantha Gannon

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