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Presenting the 33rd edition of the Mancha Blanca Crafts Fair

Yesterday, the Lanzarote Cabildo presented the 33rd edition of the Mancha Blanca Crafts Fair. It will take place from the 9th – 15th of September in Tinajo and will feature almost a hundred artisans from all over the Canary Islands.

Molina Orosa hospital among the first to use new technology

In August this year, the Dr. Jose Molina Orosa hospital in Arrecife received a new and innovative piece of equipment (an endotracheal tube and mask with video camera) which allows doctors to see exactly what is happening at all times with the patient.

Fifth patera rescued

Emergency services were alerted to another patera, spotted off the coast of Lanzarote, this time carrying 21 people.

Tinajo lentils a hit in Tenerife

Lentils grown in Tinajo have proved popular in Tenerife as the Tinajo Ayuntamiento looks to promote the primary sector.

Adislan wage delays

The UGT trade union has condemned delayed and missed wage payments at Adislan, Lanzarote’s Association for Disabled People.

Drought continues

Lanzarote’s drought conditions have led to wine growers calling for special measures to irrigate their crops. On A TV interview with Lancelot, Victor Díaz, the of Wine Regulatory Council, warned that vines would perish if irrigation did not begin earlier in October.

Boat thefts in the Charco

Fisherman have denounced the theft of a boat and various motors on the Charco de San Ginés in Arrecife.

Road closure between Nazaret and Teguise

The Teguise Ayuntamiento have announced that from tomorrow, Wednesday 7th, from 8am until 8pm the road between Nazaret and Teguise will be closed.

Yaiza resident Pancho Ortiz opens exhibition

Pancho Ortiz, a resident of Yaiza who is known as a handyman and for his ability for arts & crafts, was visited by the Yaiza Mayor and Cabildo President. His new art exhibition is open to the public until the 18th of September.

Cabildo organises bus service for Los Remedios festivities

The Lanzarote Cabildo have announced that they will provide special bus services on the 7th, 8th, and 9th of September for the Los Remedios festivities in Yaiza.