In Brief

The State Government's Island Director, Javier Tejero, confirmed last week that a fourth sexual assault had been reported in Maó. The incident apparently took place the previous week at the entrance to the victim's home in a street in the town centre.

Tejero stated that police were comparing details of the last two cases, but that these were not necessarily linked to the first two "which we are certain are genuine".

Last month it was confirmed that police were investigating two sexual assaults, one in Maó and the other in Es Castell, plus an alleged rape in Es Castell.

Police arrest six people for trafficking cocaine

The National Police in Maó have dismantled four points of sale for cocaine in different parts of the island (Maó, Es Castell, Alaior and Es Mercadal) in an operation which saw the seizure of 925 gms. cocaine, 95 gms. hashish, various instruments and materials for cutting and distributing the drugs, twelve mobile telephones and two cars. Six people have been arrested, four of whom are from Ecuador, one from the Dominican Republic and one from Morocco. Five remain in custody whilst the sixth has been released on bail.

New album released by David Russell

Classical guitarist David Russell, who spent part of his childhood in Es Migjorn Gran and still has strong links with the island, has just released a new album, "Sonidos Latinos". Produced by TELARC, this latest recording is a sequel to his 2005 album entitled "Aires Latinos", which topped the U.S. sales charts for one week, and reveals his preference for Latin American music.

The new album features 23 works by some of the great Latin American masters: Agustín Barrios, Manuel María Ponce, Héctor Ayala, Armando Neves and Jorge Morel.

David Russell has been busy touring recently, spending two months in the U.S.A., and is now starting on a European tour which will include Spain.

ViveMenorca through to play-off for ACB

Joy and jubilation for fans and players alike on Sunday as ViveMenorca took the fifth and deciding game at Bintaufa, 66-61, to progress to the final play-off for promotion to the ACB league.

The first two games, played on home ground saw the local basketball team level at one game all with opponents Ciudad La Laguna. The next two were played in Tenerife, the results being 78-81 and 81-76 and leaving the teams with two wins each, before the fifth and deciding game brought victory to the Menorcan team.

ViveMenorca now faces Ford Burgos for the title, playing on 28th and 30th May and 3rd, 5th and 7th June.

Guided walks around La Mola peninsula
From June to September guided walks of approximately 7 kilometres will be organised around La Mola, taking in the underground galleries,walled moats and former military batteries while offering magnificent panoramic views of Maó harbour.

Prior booking is necessary with walks for organised groups daily and individuals on Wednesdays, at 1100 hrs. The cost of the 3 hour (approximately) tour starts at 12 euros. Information and reservations on 971 364 040 or 686 659 400 or through www.fortalesalamola.com.