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.

(available from Amazon)

Fire in Hotel

By Samantha Gannon on 10th February 2025 8:47 pm

A fire broke out on the terrace of the Hotel Castanheiro this morning at 00:36. Luckily a local resident spotted the fire, allegedly caused by a short circuit, and notified the emergency services.

A hotel employee managed to control the fire using a fire extinguisher while waiting for Madeiran Volunteer Firefighters to arrive.

Two firefighting vehicles, an ambulance, and 14 operatives were mobilised to the scene. They were further accompanied by Funchal Fire Department personnel.

Samantha Gannon

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