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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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Bolt has announced that from today, the 31st of July, a new tourist service will allow visitors to explore Madeira via their Bolt Tours.

This new feature promises “a comfortable, organised experience with flexible schedules, ideal for those who want to tour the island comfortably.”

Departing and arriving at the Funchal Cruise Terminal, Bolt Tours proposes a journey of about three hours, which includes passing through four of the most emblematic places on the island: Cabo Girão, Pico dos Barcelos, Nossa Senhora do Monte Church, and Monte Palace – Jardim Tropical.

“Bolt Tours was designed so that each visitor can enjoy Madeira to the fullest, even with limited time. For those arriving by cruise (and not only cruise passengers), this service allows visitors to see the main tourist destinations without any complications or worries,” says Mário de Morais, Bolt’s ride-hailing manager in Portugal.

According to the same source, the service is simple and affordable, with reservations made directly via the Bolt app, which offers three vehicle options for groups of different sizes: up to four passengers (Bolt Tours), up to six passengers (Bolt Tours XL), and up to eight passengers (Bolt Tours Van).

Prices are fixed, with no additional waiting fees.

Samantha Gannon

info at madeira-weekly.com

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