Civil Protection Malta gave the public a glimpse into the rigorous training of their 8th Recruitment Course with a series of behind-the-scenes photos shared on their social media.
With just 10 weeks left to complete their program, these recruits are pushing their limits to ensure they’re ready to serve.
The photos showcase the dedication and hard work involved in preparing the next generation of rescuers.
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Yesterday, the third annual Hospital Dog Walk took place at Mater Dei Hospital in honour of the late Jake Vella, a young boy whose inspiring life touched the hearts of many. Despite the cloudy and rainy weather, the entrance to Mater Dei was filled with the lively sounds of excited dogs and their owners, ready to walk for a meaningful cause.
The event, organised to raise funds for the Association for Abandoned Animals, was marked by emotional tributes, including a salute performed by Malta Correctional Services’ Sergeant Sky, a K-9 service dog, alongside his handler, Sergeant Ian Cuschieri. Standing to attention before a banner of Jake, the officer and his dog honoured his memory in a moment that left attendees deeply moved.
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Jake, who passed away in August after battling an extremely rare condition, was known for his resilience and passion for giving back. He made history as the youngest local person to swim 100 km in a pool at the age of 12. Despite his challenges, Jake’s dedication to charity work and love for animals made a lasting impact on the community.
Before the walk commenced, Jake’s parents, Josie and Maruska Vella, received a heartfelt Christmas card featuring a picture of their son from Sergeant Cuschieri. The card was a touching gesture that reflected the deep respect for Jake’s legacy.
As the group gathered, Winter Moods frontman Ivan Grech led a moving performance of the Maltese classic Xemx, with attendees singing along in unity. The event celebrated Jake’s life while also supporting a cause he cared deeply about.
The Vella family thanked everyone for their support, emphasising how much it meant to see Jake’s legacy continue. All proceeds from the event will help abandoned animals, ensuring Jake’s passion for giving back lives on.
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Yesterday at around 20:30hrs, the Police were informed of a traffic accident between a motorcycle and a car in Triq l-Imġarr, Xewkija.
The Police arrived at the scene shortly after and preliminary investigations revealed that a crash had occured between a Toyota Tercel which was being driven by an 86-year-old woman from Xewkija, and a Benelli motorcycle which was being driven by a 45-year-old man from Sannat.
The motorcycle driver was given help by a medical team and he was then taken by ambulance to the Gozo General Hospital for the necessary treatment. He was later certified as seriously injured.
An inquiry has been appointed by Magistrate Dr Brigitte Sultana LL.D and investigations by the Police are still ongoing.
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The Malta Records recently announced a new national record for the Maltese Islands: The Largest Gingerbread Man.
This follows their earlier announcement of the record attempt, stating that if successful, it would introduce a brand-new category for records related to the Christmas season.
The record was presented yesterday during ‘Il-Pjazza fil-Milied’, a Christmas village set up in Fgura.
Completely made of dough and royal icing, the gingerbread man weighed an impressive 350kg and was 5.26 meters tall and 4.65 meters wide.
Camilleri Caterers worked tirelessly for the four days leading up to the event, spending around 12 hours a day on preparations, even though they had been working on the record for over a month. Yesterday, they managed to assemble the gingerbread man on-site in just two and a half hours.
The Fgura Local Council, along with Camilleri Caterers, were thanked and congratulated for their dedication to such a large-scale project.
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