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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Madeira Surges Ahead With Flu Vaccine

By Samantha Gannon on 31st August 2022 9:40 pm

From now on, all citizens aged 55 years and over will be eligible to receive the flu vaccine. In addition to this group, all those considered ‘at risk or highly vulnerable’, as well as health professionals will be vaccinated.

In a news statement, the Regional Secretary for Health and Civil Protection, Pedro Ramos confirmed that 55,000 vaccines have been ordered. 52,000 will be administered to all those eligible, and the remaining 3,000 will be used as booster vaccinations for specific cases.

The vaccines are expected to arrive shortly.

Samantha Gannon

info at madeira-weekly.com

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