Swieqi Residents Harassed and Bullied By Vandals

Jul 19 2024

Residents of Swieqi are being subjected to an increasing amount of abuse and vandalism particularly in summer.

Incidents including broken car mirrors, broken glass bottles on properties. and eggs thrown at houses and cars are common in this town. In addition, garbage from short-term rentals is frequently disposed of improperly, creating unsanitary conditions. Break-ins and constant noise further contributes to the distress.

Jordan Galea Pace, the deputy mayor of Swieqi has been outspoken about these problems and has used social media to raise awareness of the hardships of the locals. In a recent post, he emphasised the community’s growing concern and the need for the government to act immediately. Numerous locals have complained to Jordan about drunken tourists bothering them.

Swieqi is increasingly resembling Paceville, leading to sleepless nights and a decline in the community’s quality of life. The Deputy Mayor calls for increased police or community patrols to ensure the safety and well-being of the residents. He asserts that Swieqi should not be treated as a doormat for tourists, and stresses that although tourism is welcome, vandalism and harassment is unacceptable.

The authorities are urged to protect Swieqi residents and restore the tranquillity of the town. Immediate and effective measures are needed to safeguard this community.

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Pigeons Found Dead On Manoel Island

Jul 19 2024

A large number of dead pigeons have been found on Manoel Island by Maltese residents, who shared their concerns on the popular Facebook page ‘Are You Being Served’.

A local resident posted in the group, urging health authorities to investigate this serious issue, as it could pose a threat not only to the pigeons but also to people visiting the island.

The pigeon deaths are likely due to the extreme summer heat experienced in recent weeks.

Similar incidents have been reported in other heat-stricken regions, such as Kuwait City, the hottest city in the world, where fish have been observed boiling in the sea and birds falling from the sky.

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Maltese Dancers Participate in Disneyland California Parade

Jul 19 2024

Maltese dancer Shanice shares her experience dancing at the Disneyland Parade in California, alongside a number of dancers from the Maltese Islands, on the third day of their dance experience in Disneyland, California.

Shanice vlogs the parade day, capturing the excitement of all the Maltese dancers before their performance. After dancing down Main Street USA in Disneyland, Shanice recorded the pride of the choreographers and the exhilaration of the dancers, who described the experience as a “dream”.

The Maltese dancers thank ‘Power in Dance’ for giving them the platform and ‘Dance the Magic’ for the experience

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Seventy Employees of The Public Works Department Complete Specialized Safety Training

Jul 19 2024

Seventy workers who successfully participated in training organized by the Occupational Health & Safety Unit within the Public Works Department were presented today with certificates for completing courses in First Aid and a specialized course on the safe operation of Mobile Elevated Work Platforms.

The Occupational Health & Safety Unit is continuously committed to enhancing the knowledge of all workers within the Department to ensure the health and safety of the workers themselves as well as those around them are protected. These two courses are part of a series of other specialized workplace safety courses.

In a speech on the occasion, Parliamentary Secretary Omar Farrugia emphasized the importance of worker participation in the training regularly conducted by the Department. He stated that investment should not stop with machinery but that workplace safety should be a priority.

“I am immensely satisfied to see the Department being proactive in providing our workers with every opportunity to work safely and in a secure environment. Therefore, I look forward to further strengthening this unit and ensuring that we ourselves create opportunities for our workers to improve their skills,” concluded Parliamentary Secretary Farrugia.

Marfred Bugeja, Principal Health and Safety Officer within the Public Works Department, also spoke, announcing that later this year, courses will be held on the use of heavy plant machinery, including cranes, excavators, and dumpers, among others. He also explained that there are plans to organize courses on fire fighting and fire wardens.

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