Portugal Resident26 JunODD BALLS
Eccentric Colombian goalkeeper, Rene Higuita, famed for his ‘scorpion kick’ clearance against England and other eye-catching stunts, has tested positive for cocaine. The 38-year old crowd-pleaser, active for Mexican club The post ODD BALLS appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident26 JunBack to school
Three members of the committee of the Portugal branch of The Royal British Legion travelled to southern Spain recently to take part in training courses organised by Spain South, the The post Back to school appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident26 JunClean up
A volunteer clean-up operation is to be held at Manta Rota beach at the entrance of the Ria Formosa natural park on October 24 and 25 to rid the area The post Clean up appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident26 JunOpen day
An open day is being held at the Quinta Fonte do Bispo country hotel and rural tourism site in Tavira tomorrow (Saturday) with free samples from the new menu and The post Open day appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident26 JunMy time at the Resident
Polly Cocker chose the Algarve Resident offices for her work experience week. It was a pleasure to have her among the team from October 8 to 16. Polly was dedicated The post My time at the Resident appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident26 JunQuiz night
A quiz night is being held on November 19 in Lagos to raise funds for Madrugada, a charity in aid of supporting people affected by life limiting illnesses. The post Quiz night appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident26 JunAnnual shoebox drive for the elderly
A charity is planning its fifth annual Shoebox campaign to help those in need have a happier Christmas. The Castelo dos Sonhos charity, which was set up to help the The post Annual shoebox drive for the elderly appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident26 JunBowls Report
By Alan Clarke, League director Round four of the Bowls league championship saw the Alvor Greens remain unbeaten following an away win at Parque de Floresta against the Crusaders by The post Bowls Report appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident26 JunCharity run
An annual charity fun run in aid of local children’s charity ACCA raised more than 2,500 euros on October 25. Many children and pets joined in on the run or The post Charity run appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident26 JunComeback
Faro-born Portuguese tennis champion Rui Machado marked his return from injury with an impressive 6-4, 6-4 victory over the experienced Brazilian Ricardo Hocever before going out of the Sao Paulo The post Comeback appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident26 JunLanguage lessons
A new complete Portuguese language beginner’s course starts this month at the Europa Algarve language centre in Loulé. Mary Jo Morgan from Europa Algarve said: “The advantage of group lessons The post Language lessons appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident26 JunRight place, wrong taxes
By DAVID FRANKS features@algarveresident.com David Franks is an accomplished and experienced practitioner in both UK and overseas taxation. He lectures widely on taxation issues, in particular in relation to investment The post Right place, wrong taxes appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident26 JunCelebrating women
Men and women who attend Portuguese language lessons at Tavira secondary school came together on March 16 to celebrate women from around the world. Poetry readings and songs made up The post Celebrating women appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident26 JunCâmara debts
Lagos Câmara’s debts amount to around €22 million and thus is considering following the lead of neighbouring municipality Portimão by introducing a financial recovery plan. Mayor Júlio Barroso said: “Nothing The post Câmara debts appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident26 JunJazz concert
A jazz concert featuring Liane Carroll and her band will be taking place at Carvoeiro Clube de Ténis from 4pm on April 8. Liane Carroll is a well-known jazz singer The post Jazz concert appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident26 JunLights out
Loulé Câmara has announced that it will be taking part in Earth Hour tomorrow (Saturday) with the public lighting in the cities of Loulé and Quarteira being turned off for The post Lights out appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident26 JunOpen day
Prospective parents and pupils of the O4M International Dutch School Algarve are invited to view the school and its facilities during two open days on April 6 and 7. Enrolment The post Open day appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident26 JunWheelchairs donation
One broken leg has turned into nine new wheelchairs for the orthopaedic unit at the Barlavento Hospital in Portimão. Members of the Vale da Telha residents association, AMOVATE, presented staff The post Wheelchairs donation appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident26 JunBIG JUMP
Until April 8, the Portimão municipal aerodrome will be the scene of parachuting’s Spring Festival. Every day around 150 enthusiasts from all over the world will be performing over 800 The post BIG JUMP appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident26 JunDoing business in Portugal seminar
More than 50 people attended the seminar Doing Business in Portugal – How to Cope with the Portuguese Tax System for 2011 on March 24 at Vale do Lobo. The The post Doing business in Portugal seminar appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident26 JunBowls Algarve Inter Club Championships
After five months of intensive competition, the Bowls Algarve championship finals were held on March 18 and 19 at the Valverde Club, Almancil. There were two finals on the Friday, The post Bowls Algarve Inter Club Championships appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident26 JunBack on track
Parkalgar CEO Paulo Pinheiro is again teaming up with respected EVO magazine journalist Roger Green in the GT3 category for what will surely be one of the highlights of the The post Back on track appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident26 JunAlgarve to dodge high pollen levels expected to affect most of Portugal
The Algarve is expected to avoid the high pollen levels forecast across most of mainland Portugal over the coming week, offering some relief to hay fever sufferers. According to the The post Algarve to dodge high pollen levels expected to affect most of Portugal appeared first on Portugal Resident .
Portugal Resident26 JunNews Review: Venezuelan earthquake response, sovereign wealth cynicism & dating in Portugal
In today’s roundup Natasha, Carl & monthly special guest Paul Rees look at: Portugal dispatches rescue team to Venezuela Hotel run by Portuguese in Venezuela ‘collapses with countless people inside The post News Review: Venezuelan earthquake response, sovereign wealth cynicism & dating in Portugal appeared first on Por