Chicago River Dyed Green For St Patrick’s Day

Mar 18 2024

St. Patrick’s Day weekend in Chicago saw the annual tradition of dyeing the Chicago River green, a beloved event drawing crowds downtown.

Led by the Journeymen Plumbers Local Union 130, the river was transformed by their proprietary blend of vegetable-based dyes, a tradition dating back to 1962.

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The dyeing of the Chicago River has become synonymous with St. Patrick’s Day celebrations in the United States, but where did the tradition originate? The green dye was originally part of the city’s effort to clean up the river’s waterfront areas, which had long been a depository for Chicago’s waste. In 1962, Chicago city workers dumped 100 pounds of dye into the river flowing through downtown Chicago. It left the river emerald green for an entire week and kick-started an annual tradition. #stpatricksday #chicago #chicagoriver #greenriverchicago #downtownchicago #chicagotravel

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Thousands gathered along the riverbanks, capturing photos and videos as the green hue spread between Columbus Drive and Orleans Street. Initiated by Stephen Bailey, the union’s former business manager, the dyeing process, initially used to trace building leaks, has become a symbol of the city.

The dyeing, executed by a few motorboats, requires only 40 pounds of powdered dye, stirring it into a vibrant display that lasts several days.

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Volunteers Clean Up Paradise Bay Removing 700 KG Of Rubbish

Mar 17 2024

On Saturday morning, volunteers, including members of NGO Coast is Clear and approximately 60 individuals from the Filipino community group English Church of Christ (INC), joined forces to clear approximately 700 kg of plastic, polystyrene, and fishing equipment from Paradise Bay.

Throughout the morning, volunteers filled about 80 bin bags, totaling around 550 kg, with debris gathered from the well-visited area in Mellieħa. Additionally, they removed 150 kg of rope and retrieved 15 large jerrycans (20-liter fuel containers) from the bay.

The majority of the debris consisted of plastic bottles, polystyrene packaging, ropes, and fishing lines, while volunteers also discovered deceased animals such as seagulls, eels, and a turtle, presumably ensnared in fishing nets.

Although much of the waste appeared to have been washed ashore from the sea, volunteers approximated that approximately a quarter of it originated from litter left behind by visitors to the area or was the consequence of illegal dumping.

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Maxine Pace Becomes First Woman To Win Mużika Mużika

Mar 17 2024

Maxine Pace has become the first ever woman to win the prestigious Mużika Mużika festival with her song Mhux Tal-Aħħar which reflects about the themes of grief and loss as a tribute to her late mother.

Last night, “Mhux Tal-Aħħar” secured 106 points, earning the top spot. Kantera’s “Vjaġġ Sabiħ” came in second with 90 points, while Cliff Zammit Stevens’ “Fil-Qrib” placed third with 83 points.

This was the fourth edition of Mużika Mużika with the first ever winner being Glenn Vella with “Ħarsa Biss” back in 2021. The 2022 edition was won by Kurt Calleja whilst 2023 was won by renowned Maltese artist Gianluca Bezzina.

Minister for the National Heritage, the Arts and Local Government Owen Bonnici was present at the festival sharing a photo with the night’s winner Maxine Pace and the beautiful trophy given to her created by Carisma.

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Maltese Persons Injured After Two Separate Incidents

Mar 17 2024

A man and a girl where both taken to Mater Dei on Saturday evening in two separate incidents. The girl is in critical condition whilst the man is suffering from grievous injuries.

On Saturday evening, the initial incident occurred when a 14-year-old girl lost control of her bicycle and fell. According to authorities, the accident occurred around 7pm on the outskirts of l-Aħrax tal-Mellieħa. Magistrate Giannella Camilleri Busutti was informed of the case and has opened an inquiry.

The second incident occurred on Triq il-Parsott, Mosta, at 9:15 pm. Authorities reported that a 22-year-old man from Birkirkara lost control of his BMW while driving and collided with private property. He was accompanied by an 18-year-old woman residing in Gżira.

A medical gave both the man and girl first aid on site before taking them to Mater Dei. Police investigations are currently ongoing.

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