The question of art
The case of the French artist who painted artworks on two abandoned houses in rural Lanzarote has highlighted Lanzarote’s complicated attitude towards heritage and public art.
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Chasing the top spot
It has been a tremendous opening 20 matches of the season for UD Lanzarote, with 13 wins and just one loss; but even with this super form the Rojillos (the reds) are in third spot and trail league leaders CD Tenerife b by four points in the RFEF 3 (fifth tier). Ian lane reports.
Goatest of all time
Lanzarote’s goats are, literally, the GOATS of the islands, an animal that has defined life, language and landscape for thousands of years.
Covid corruption case
Prosecutors have opened a case against four Canarian businessmen who are accused of fraud relating to the purchase and supply of face masks and other personal protective equipment (PPE) during the Covid pandemic.
La Graciosa cut off due to bad weather
The two ferries from Orzola to La Graciosa are likely to be further affected by rough seas and high wind today, after several cancellations yesterday.
Car fire in Tinajo
The emergency services were called to a car fire in Tinajo last night.
Flower Power win best bottle design at olive oil awards
A total of 28 olive oils were tasted at this year’s Canarian olive oil contest by Concursos Agrocanarias, and Lanzarote went home with an award for the best bottle presentation designed by the Flower Power garden centre.
Orange coastal warning this morning
Spain’s meteorological agency (AEMET) have issued an orange coastal warning this morning.
Visiting La Casa Amarilla
The “yellow house”, located at the foot of Arrecife’s main shopping street, is the old seat of the island’s government, and is now an art gallery and information centre. Here’s what to expect when you visit.
Visiting the Casa-Museo del Campesino
This complex of buildings in the very centre of Lanzarote is overlooked by Manrique’s 15m high monument to the Farm Worker. Visitors can buy unique souvenirs, see exhibitions and take part in traditional activities. Here’s what to expect when you visit.
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