Gzira Public Library Renovation Project Completed

Feb 14 2025

The Gżira Local Council has successfully completed a renovation and regeneration project for the town’s public library.

The project, carried out by workers from the Local Government Division, aimed to modernise the library and make it more accessible. Located within Gżira Primary School, the library serves both school children and other residents, including those from outside the locality.

The newly upgraded library was inaugurated by Parliamentary Secretary for Local Government, Alison Zerafa Civelli, and Gżira Mayor, Neville Chetcuti.

They expressed gratitude to the RSSL workers, who operate under the Local Government Division, for their efforts in completing the project.

Parliamentary Secretary Zerafa Civelli praised the workers for their dedication, not just to this project but also to other initiatives requested by local councils.

She highlighted the importance of open spaces and cultural projects in improving residents’ quality of life. “This project is also proof of our commitment to maintaining existing initiatives, whether through Local Government Division schemes or direct assistance to councils,” she stated.

Mayor Neville Chetcuti emphasised that, with the support of the Local Government Division, more projects are being implemented for the benefit of residents.

“Although Gżira already had a public library, it was not adequately equipped for students and local children. As a council, we decided to provide them with a better, more well-equipped library,” he concluded.

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Malta Hit By Hail As Isolated Storm Passes Over Island

Feb 14 2025

An isolated storm in the southern zones of Malta has left some localities covered in hail, as some photos sent to this newsroom show.

Photos show hail around various localities as the weather is set to get colder throughout this upcoming weekend.

According to weather page ‘It-Temp Madwarna’, the isolated storm hit parts of Birzebbuga and the vicinities.

The weather is expected to be windy this upcoming weekend, with temperatures to feel like 16 degrees Celsius by Sunday.

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20 Month Jail Sentence For Owner Of Pitbulls Who Killed Grandma

Feb 14 2025

A man has been sentenced to one year and eight months in prison after his two pit bulls fatally mauled his 95-year-old grandmother.

Andre Galea was found guilty of gross negligence and abandonment for failing to prevent the attack, which also claimed the life of his grandmother’s pet chihuahua.

The court heard how Ines Maria Galea suffered severe injuries before dying in her home in Msida in September 2020. The dogs, named Bullet and Chica, were later euthanised.

Galea had been breeding dogs while living with his grandmother but moved out, leaving the pit bulls in her care. The court found that he was fully aware of their aggressive tendencies and had put his grandmother at risk for years.

Magistrate Donatella Frendo ruled that the attack was entirely foreseeable, stating Galea had invited tragedy by allowing the dogs to roam freely near the elderly woman. She described him as a man who lives recklessly, ignoring the safety of others.

Alongside the 20-month prison sentence, Galea was fined €2,224. The magistrate also criticised Malta’s two-year maximum penalty for involuntary homicide, questioning whether society values human life so little.

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Photo Source: Times of Malta

Ta’ Qali Pet Memorial Garden Now Open For Public

Feb 14 2025

The new Ta’ Qali Pet Memorial Garden, located in front of the Farmer’s Market in Ta’ Qali, was officially opened to the public.

The newly established garden provides a peaceful and loving environment for those who have lost their beloved pets.

Visitors to the garden can pay tribute to various statues representing animals such as cats and dogs. Benches were strategically placed among the trees, offering a tranquil space for reflection and remembrance. The garden serves as a serene haven for pet owners to honor the memories of their cherished companions.

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