Hundreds Celebrate Together At Caritas Christmas Lunch

Dec 26 2024

Close to 600 people came together on Christmas Day for the 10th annual Caritas Christmas Lunch at the Archbishop’s Curia in Floriana, supported by around 100 volunteers. This heartwarming event brought together residents from Caritas Malta’s Prison Inmates Programme and San Blas Therapeutic Communities, accompanied by dedicated staff.

The event was graced by prominent figures, including the President of Malta, the Prime Minister, the Leader of the Opposition and his wife, the Archbishop, and the Auxiliary Bishop, adding a special touch to the occasion.

Children attending the lunch were treated to toys, while guests enjoyed a festive meal provided by The Alfred Mizzi Foundation and traditional sweets donated by the President’s Kitchen. The St Peter’s Foundation ensured smooth logistics, and entertainment was provided by XTEND, a longstanding contributor to the event’s joy.

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Marsa Police Reunite Buddy With Owner For Christmas

Dec 26 2024

On Christmas morning, Marsa Community officers from the Malta Police Force brought joy to a local family by reuniting a lost dog with its owner. Buddy, was found wandering the streets of Marsa during the officers’ routine patrol.

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Thanks to their quick action, Buddy safely returned home just in time for Christmas lunch. The Malta Police Force shared the story on social media, praising the dedication of their officers, who worked tirelessly even on Christmas Day to serve the community.

“Happy Christmas from all of us at Malta Police!” they added, sharing holiday wishes

This simple yet heartwarming moment highlights the everyday efforts of officers to ensure safety and kindness in the community.

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Maltese Leaders Spend Morning Together at Caritas Christmas Lunch for Those in Need

Dec 26 2024

This Christmas morning, Malta’s leaders came together to celebrate the season of giving at the 10th edition of the Caritas Christmas Lunch, held at the Archbishop’s Curia in Floriana. Prime Minister Robert Abela, Opposition Leader Bernard Grech and his wife, President Emeritus Myriam Spiteri Debono, HE The President of Malta, the Archbishop, and the Auxiliary Bishop joined nearly 600 attendees for a heartfelt gathering dedicated to those facing loneliness or financial struggles.

The event saw one of its largest turnouts to date, supported by approximately 100 volunteers who worked tirelessly to make the day special. Among the attendees were residents from Caritas Malta’s Prison Inmates Programme and San Blas Therapeutic Communities, accompanied by their dedicated staff.

The festive atmosphere was enriched with acts of generosity. Toys were distributed to children, traditional sweets were donated by the Kitchen of the President of Malta, and all the food was provided by The Alfred Mizzi Foundation. The logistics were supported by the St Peter’s Foundation, while XTEND delighted guests with lively entertainment, continuing their long-standing tradition of adding joy to the occasion.

The event highlighted the power of community and compassion, reminding everyone of the importance of unity and care during the festive season.

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Malta Almost Had a White Christmas

Dec 26 2024

On Christmas Eve, Malta experienced an unusually cold night, coming just a few kilometres away from waking up to a white Christmas. According to the popular local weather page Aġġornament tat-Temp, certain areas in Sicily were blanketed with significant snowfall, while parts of Malta saw a light sprinkling of sleet.

The wintry weather came tantalisingly close—just 22 kilometres off Malta’s coast—where a cold air system combined with strong northwesterly winds created the perfect conditions for snow. However, Malta narrowly missed out on a full white Christmas.

Temperatures remained chilly on Christmas Day, with highs of 14°C and lows dipping to 6°C, accompanied by partly cloudy skies.

While it wasn’t quite a white Christmas, the cold spell served as a festive reminder of winter’s magic, with Sicilian snow-covered scenes offering a glimpse of what might have been.

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