In Search of Hope – by Sam Gannon

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 SENSITIZES HOTELIERS TO THE CORRECT USE OF URBAN WASTEWATER NETWORKS

Article | 24/05/2023 12:12

The Municipality of Funchal carried out a marine impact awareness seminar based at hoteliers operating along the capital’s coastline.

This action is part of a set of measures that the municipality of Funchal is developing with the population, within the scope of the correct use of urban wastewater drainage networks (domestic and rainwater), stating that everyone has a responsibility to protect the city’s infrastructure.

The Municipality of Funchal warns that these systems should not be used as “rubbish bins.” People need to be more aware of what should not be placed in the basic sanitation networks; this includes food and cooking oil, medicines, wipes, nappies, and cotton swabs.

This initiative was attended by MarFunchal Councillor Bruno Pereira, Councillor for the Environment Nádia Coelho, and 14 representatives from 34 hotel units.

Samantha Gannon

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