How Malta Was Advertised Back in The 1980s

Aug 27 2024

A video shared to social media by Short Clips Malta shows how the island was advertised to foreigners back in the 1980s.

The narrator attempting to convince the next batch of UK tourists to the Mediterranean island highlights the various peculiarities of life in Malta.

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♬ original sound – Short Clips Malta

With petrol stations being closed on Sunday, seat belts being non-mandatory for car drivers and the custom of tipping parkers, it seems as though the island has seen some changes in some areas but not so much in others.

The video did highlight the ‘nightmarish’ roundabouts and the traffic jams caused by accidents. The road signage was also reportedly ‘not very good’ and drivers simply parked wherever they wished.

What do you make of 1980s Malta?

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Elderly Man Suffering Grievous Injuries After Traffic Accident

Aug 27 2024

At around 1:45 PM yesterday, the police were informed of a traffic accident on Triq il-Qawra, St. Paul’s Bay. They promptly arrived at the scene, where preliminary investigations revealed that a 79-year-old man had lost control of his Toyota Passo, causing a collision with a Toyota Coaster van driven by a 53-year-old man. Both men involved in the accident are residents of St. Paul’s Bay.
A medical team provided assistance at the scene, and the elderly man was taken to Mater Dei Hospital by ambulance for further treatment. It was later confirmed that he had sustained serious injuries.

The police are continuing their investigation into the case.

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Shelter Dogs Still Looking For A Home: International Dog Day

Aug 27 2024

Taking to social media, the Association for Abandoned Animals shared adorable photos of the various dogs still looking for a home and a forever family on International Dog Day.

As many around the world celebrated the love they share with their four-legged, tail-wagging friends, the AAA reminded everyone that every dog around the world deserves a good life.

‘A life of joy, love, protection, care and respect. Spend this day acknowledging how wonderful and valuable dogs are, a true special species that many humans do not deserve.’

The AAA houses many abandoned dogs that are now looking for a new home – who knows, maybe your new special connection could be waiting for you there!

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Work On Chadwick Lakes Rural Road Construction Progressing

Aug 27 2024

Work is advancing smoothly on the reconstruction of a rural road at Chadwick Lakes. This project, carried out in collaboration between Infrastructure Malta (IM) and the Energy and Water Agency (EWA), focuses on reinforcing the retaining wall that channels rainwater, while also strengthening the road’s foundation to enhance safety and accessibility.

Sections of the road near Wied il-Qliegħa and Slampa in Rabat had previously collapsed. Over the years, erosion and shifting had damaged parts of the wall, which formed one of the largest water basins at Chadwick Lakes, leading to a road collapse that cut off access between different parts of the area. To prevent further damage, the remaining wall that supports the road and basin is being rebuilt.

The reconstruction includes installing two rows of piles (ground columns) to reinforce the land around the basin. In total, 180 piles are being constructed to provide solid foundations, as the area’s geology consists of clay and relatively weak rock.

During a site visit by Environment Minister Miriam Dalli and Infrastructure Minister Chris Bonett, EWA CEO Manuel Sapiano and IM CEO Steve Ellul highlighted the importance of the project in supporting the environment and ensuring the sustainability of the area. The work is being monitored by the Environment and Resources Authority and the Superintendence of Cultural Heritage.

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