De La Salle College’s Brother Edward Turns 100 Years Old

Aug 16 2024

De La Salle College Malta recently celebrated a significant milestone with Br. Edward marking his 100th birthday.

Born on August 16, 1924, in Żabbar, Br. Edward has devoted over 75 years to teaching and inspiring students at the college.

The celebration highlighted Br. Edward’s extensive impact, both in and out of the classroom.

‘As we honour Br. Edward’s century of life, we reflect on the countless lives he has touched with his kindness, leadership, and dedication. His impact goes far beyond the classroom, shaping the hearts and minds of generations’, wrote De La Salle College Malta.

Br. Edward shared his personal journey with ‘The People of Malta’, expressing how he felt a calling to teach from a young age. Despite initial setbacks, including not passing the exam for the Lyceum and his parents’ reluctance, he pursued his dream of teaching.

Moving to France before World War II, he joined the Brothers’ school and has been with the order for over 70 years. He continues to find joy in teaching still to this age.

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Removal Notice For Telgħa Ta’ Ras Ħanżir Trailers

Aug 16 2024

Transport Malta has issued a notice in regards to the trailers left in the Kordin Industrial Area in ‘Telgħa ta’ Ras Ħanżir.’

Enforcement officials stuck important notices on the trailers informing the respective owners to remove them off the site.

A date has been set for the removal of these trailers, with Transport Malta taking the necessary steps if necessary.

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€1,000 Raised In Santa Maria Motorcycle Pilgrimage For Puttinu

Aug 16 2024

On Thursday, approximately 100 motorcyclists raised €1,000 for Puttinu Cares during the annual Santa Maria pilgrimage from Mġarr to Dingli.

Now in its seventh year, this event is organized by the parishes of Mġarr and Dingli, both dedicated to Santa Maria.

Mario Micallef, a volunteer with the organizing committee, described the pilgrimage as a blend of devotion to the Madonna, inter-parish solidarity, and an enjoyable activity.

Before the pilgrimage began, Angele Cuschieri and Rennie Zerafa from Puttinu Cares expressed their gratitude to participants and highlighted the ongoing need for funds to support Maltese patients receiving treatment abroad.

The journey commenced in Mġarr with a blessing from Fr Noel Vassallo. The motorcyclists passed through several localities, including Mosta, Attard, Mrieħel, Qormi, Żebbuġ, and Rabat, before arriving at the village square in Dingli.

There, Archpriest David Farrugia welcomed them, leading a prayer and blessing the participants.

Micallef noted the event’s success in bringing people together and celebrating Santa Maria in a distinctive manner.

The feast, celebrated in Mġarr, Dingli, and Żebbuġ in Gozo on the Sunday after August 15, holds historical significance due to the miraculous arrival of the British convoy Operation Pedestal in 1942, which was crucial during World War II.

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Liverpool Legend John Arne Riise Joins Puttinu Cares Fundraising

Aug 16 2024

During his recent visit to Malta, legendary footballer and Champions League winner John Arne Riise participated in a special meet and greet event organized to support Puttinu Cares.

The event successfully raised €300 in donations from attendees.

John Arne Riise, a Norwegian footballer, won the UEFA Champions League with Liverpool in 2005 and the Serie A title with AS Roma in 2001. He earned 110 caps for Norway and was named Norwegian Footballer of the Year in 2001, marking a distinguished career at both club and international levels.

Riise also signed exclusive shirts from his football training camp in Malta, which was held in collaboration with the International Football Academy Malta.

These autographed shirts will be auctioned off, with all proceeds going towards the charitable cause.

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