15kg of Cannabis Seized in Marsalforn as Police Make Second Major Gozo Drug Bust

Apr 5 2025 Share

Police have arrested a 36-year-old Italian man after discovering approximately 15kg of cannabis packaged in sachets and ready for sale during a raid on a property in Marsalforn.

The operation, which took place on Thursday afternoon in Triq ix-Xagħra, was announced in a police statement on Saturday.

Authorities estimate the seized cannabis has a street value of around €150,000. Officers also recovered about €3,000 in cash believed to be linked to the sale of drugs. The suspect is expected to be charged with drug trafficking in the Gozo law courts later on Saturday.

This marks the second major cannabis-related arrest in Gozo this week. On Monday, a German national was arrested after police raided a home in Nadur and found 20 cannabis plants.

Maltese law permits residents to cultivate a maximum of four cannabis plants for personal use.

Separately, in an operation announced on Friday, police uncovered more than 40 cannabis plants growing inside a garage in Żurrieq. A 31-year-old Maltese man was arrested in connection with that case.

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Love Island Malta Wins Big At International Love Island Creative Exchange

Apr 5 2025 Share

Love Island Malta made a strong impression at the recent Love Island Creative Exchange, marking several standout moments that highlighted its growing presence in the global franchise.

The team received the Smallest Country, Biggest Impact Award 2025 from ITV Studios Netherlands, recognising their outsized influence despite Malta’s modest size. It was a major nod to the local production’s creative strength and audience reach.

Adding to the buzz, Love Island Malta claimed two of the three most-watched YouTube videos across all international editions—an impressive achievement that underscores the show’s popularity and digital impact.

The event also offered the Maltese team a chance to connect with creative leads from other Love Island editions, including the UK and USA. Sitting alongside these major players in the franchise provided valuable opportunities for collaboration and idea-sharing.

Taking to Instagram, the Love Island Malta page stated that these three moments reflected Malta’s growing role in shaping the Love Island brand globally—and hint at even bigger things to come.

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Next Summer Paceville Will Be Monitored By More tThan 40 Cameras

Next Summer Paceville Will Be Monitored By More tThan 40 Cameras
Apr 4 2025 Share

Paceville security investment for next summer amounts to €2 million. With public safety in mind, the government announced that paceville will be under surveillance from next summer.

With more than 40 CTV cameras installed through the area, the initiative forms part of a €2 million investment in intelligence-led policing and crime prevention.

During a press conference, Minister for Home Affairs, Security, and Employment, Byron Camilleri, explained during a press conference that this project will complement the ongoing efforts of the police, which are already yielding positive results.

Minister for Home Affairs, Security, and Employment, Byron Camilleri, explained during a press conference that this project will complement the ongoing efforts of the police, which are already yielding positive results. In addition to continuous patrols and increased police presence, these cameras, will provide real-time information about any illegal activity. This will allow for immediate and well-informed action.

This €2 million project will see the installation of over 160 CCTV cameras across four key localities—Paceville, St. Paul’s Bay, Marsa, and Paola.

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Francesca Curmi Reaches Semis At W50 Nantes In France

Francesca Curmi Reaches Semis At W50 Nantes In France
Apr 4 2025 Share

Maltese tennis ace Francesca Curmi has stormed into the semi-finals of the prestigious W50 Nantes tournament in France.

Part of the ITF Women’s World Tennis Tour, the W50 Nantes event features tough global competition, and Curmi’s deep run highlights her growing reputation as a serious contender on the professional circuit.

Her progress in Nantes is a major milestone, placing her just one win away from her first final at this level.

Today, she faces Belgian player Sofia Costoulas in the semi-final—an exciting match-up that could see Curmi make history for Maltese tennis.

Well done Francesca!

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