Further Late Night Police Patrol Presence In Swieqi

Aug 6 2024

It has been confirmed by Mayor Noel Muscat, that further late night police patrol will be present in Swieqi to respond to recent concerns over resident’s overall safety.

The concerns are mainly from various complaints made by residents about vandalism committed by tourists and people comkng over fro nearby Paceville.

Muscat confirmed that there will be an RIU vehicle patrolling the neighborhood between the times of 12 am and 6 am along with two district police and 2 community police which will patrol the area regularly.

Vice-mayor Jordan Galea Pace has revealed that the positive side-effects of these new police presence have already started stating “A resident informed me that the police stopped some youths who were intoxicated, and this measure is already making a difference,”

Opened in 2014, the station has been functioning as a ‘Community Policing Office’ since August 2020, emphasizing the deployment of officers on the streets.

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Rock For Richmond Back For 5th Edition!

Aug 6 2024

Rock for Richmond is back for its for fifth edition. The fundraising concert by Richmond Foundation is set for Saturday 17th August and will feature a lineup of top local artists, united in support of a vital cause.

This year’s edition of the annual event will be headlined by local band Brodu, alongside electrifying performances from Dolls for Idols, Bark Bark Disco, and Stephanie Sant.

An Espionage DJ set will cap off the jam-packed night. Rock for Richmond brings together a community of like-minded people in support of Richmond Foundation’s mental health services and advocacy.

The Foundation has served as Malta’s foremost mental health non-profit organisation since its set-up more than 30 years ago. Richmond serves its clients both through community-based support across more than half a dozen residential locations, as well as through individual support sessions, interventions, advocacy and awareness-raising efforts.

Commenting on Rock for Richmond’s significance to the mental health non-profit, Richmond Foundation CEO Daniela Calleja Bitar said the event is quite unique in Malta. “Rock for Richmond brings music and mental health together in a down-to-earth event with a genuine community feel that’s difficult to find elsewhere.”

“We’re really thankful to each and every artist, sponsor, attendee and contributor that makes this event a success. Every ticket sold, is a boost of support to Richmond’s cause – advocating for and providing quality mental health services in Malta,” she said.

Following in the successful footsteps of previous editions, this year’s Rock for Richmond will be held at the Greek Amphitheatre at Ġnien L-Għarusa Tal-Mosta. From 7:30 onwards, doors open to an exciting night of great music among a vibrant crowd to promote a noble cause.

Get your tickets here.

Do you want to join the community? For more information about the event and to purchase tickets, please visit here.

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Viral Pole Vaulter Who Lost Due To Manhood Offered Lucrative Porn Deal

Aug 6 2024

Pole Vaulter Anthony Ammirati, who went viral for losing due to his manhood, has reportedly been offered a lucrative deal by porn website CamSoda.

CamSoda has offered Ammirati a staggering £250,000 to essentially show what truly made him viral in the first place.

Ammirati’s infamous attempt came at clearing the 5.70 meters, but unfortunately lost due to his manhood clipping the bar on the way down.

CamSoda vice president Daryn Parker told TMZ: ‘If it was up to me, I’d award you for what everyone else saw, your talent below the belt.’

‘As a lover of crotch-centric activities, I’d love to offer you up to $250,000 in exchange for a 60-minute webcam show, in which you show off your goods, minus the crossbar, of course.’

The Frenchman however seems to have his sights set on continuing his profession pole-vaulting career and another shot at Olympic glory.

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€50 Fines For Unregistered Cat Feeders

Aug 6 2024

New rules aimed at addressing Malta’s overpopulation of stray cats will impose a €50 fine on unregistered cat feeders.

These regulations stipulate that only those registered with the local council can feed stray cats in public areas. The initiative seeks to create a GPS-identifiable register of cat colonies, which will be targeted for neutering to control the stray cat population.

The register, managed by two controllers appointed by ministers responsible for veterinary services and local government, will document feeding areas, colony locations, and the number of cats in each colony.

Registered feeders must provide GPS coordinates, track the health and neutering status of the cats, and report any suspected illnesses to the director of animal welfare.

Additionally, a €350,000 fund will support these efforts, with vouchers for cat food distributed to registered feeders, many of whom have been privately funding their efforts.

In response, Nationalist Party MP Janice Chetcuti criticised the new law, arguing that it unfairly penalises compassionate individuals who feed hungry animals.

She highlighted the absurdity of fining those who help stray cats while neglecting broader societal issues. Chetcuti’s statement emphasises the need to balance regulation with compassion and care for animals.

Government Responds To PN Statement:

In response to the Nationalist Party’s statement, the Government of Malta has clarified the intentions behind the newly introduced animal welfare regulations. These measures, including the law regulating the feeding of stray cats, are part of a broader strategy aimed at safeguarding animal rights while also maintaining public health standards, the government claimed.

The Government explained that the regulation requiring cat feeders to register with local councils and imposing fines on unregistered feeding is intended to ensure a structured and humane approach to managing the stray cat population. By establishing a register of GPS-identifiable cat colonies, authorities can more effectively monitor and care for these animals, ensuring they are healthy, neutered, and living in sanitary conditions.

Addressing criticism from the Opposition, which claims the law unfairly targets volunteers, the Government stated that the law is not meant to deter compassionate acts but to prevent misuse and ensure cleanliness in public spaces. Additionally, the Government highlighted that it is supporting volunteers through a €350,000 voucher scheme to help cover the costs of feeding and caring for stray cats.

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