Details For Marsa Carnival Announced

Feb 27 2025

The Marsa Local Council will hold a Carnival event on Thursday, February 27, starting at 6:00 PM.

The event details were announced by Parliamentary Secretary for Local Government Alison Zerafa Civelli, alongside Marsa Mayor Luke Farrugia, Director General of the Local Government Division Emile Vassallo, and Councilor for Cultural Activities Dominic Spencer.

This celebration will not be limited to children but will include a Marsa-based band, dance performances by Carnival groups, a costume competition, floats, large Carnival masks, and traditional treats like prinjolata and perlini.

Parliamentary Secretary Zerafa Civelli emphasised that this event is part of a broader series of activities organised by local councils this week and next.

She highlighted how these local celebrations complement the national festivities in Valletta and commended councils for securing and using government funds to provide engaging events for residents and visitors alike.

Mayor Luke Farrugia reaffirmed the council’s dedication to community events, noting that such initiatives also attract tourists who travel to Malta specifically for Carnival.

He expressed gratitude to the Local Government Division for funding schemes that support cultural awareness and activities across Malta and Gozo.

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DJ Debrii Collabs With Kantera For Carnival Hit

Feb 27 2025

A new banger is set to drop this carnival during the Gozo celebrations.

Locally beloved DJ Debrii revealed on social media that he was approached by creative director Julian Cachia to create an edit of Kantera’s 2025 Eurovision entry.

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The song, Lalaratatakeke Lalaratakabum, was among the favourites during the Malta Eurovision Song Contest, especially given it was in Maltese.

Debrii revealed that he accepted the opportunity to transform the song into a powerful edit ahead of carnival and, after working closely with the band, the final product was revealed.

And rest assured that it will be dropping during the Nadur celebrations!

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MEP Thomas Bajada Meets Former English Teacher At Gozo Market

Feb 27 2025

Maltese MEP Thomas Bajada ran into his former teacher of English while going round the market in Gozo.

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The young PL MEP was visiting the Gozitan market when he reunited with his old instructor, striking a conversation whilst in a friendly embrace.

His teacher said that she had told his mother that she would cheer for him and showed that she still remembered him after all these years and after over 2,000 students.

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IGM Urges Police Action After Journalists Harassed By Accused’s Relatives

Feb 27 2025

The Institute of Maltese Journalists (IGM) took to social media to issue a statement of condemnation in regards to the harassment journalists faced when reporting on the AFM drug theft case.

The IGM reported how during Wednesday’s arraignment in connection to the Ħal Safi drug heist, journalists and camerapersons were filmed, threatened & followed while carrying out their work duties.

The IGM reported an incident wherein two journalists and a cameraman were filmed and threatened by relatives of those accused.

‘In another incident, the same relatives followed a journalist and hurled insults at them as they were leaving the court building.’

‘The IĠM condemns the incidents and shows solidarity with the journalists affected. This reminds us all of the real dangers faced by journalists in their line of duty.’

‘While the IĠM would like to thank the police for their prompt response to the threats, and for taking measures to ensure that the journalists on site were protected during and after the hearing, the IĠM also urges the police to take criminal action against the aggressors.’

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