The Prime Minister wishes happy birthday to his dad who was the 8th President of Malta

Apr 23 2023

Malta’s Prime Minister, Robert Abela, wished a happy birthday to his father, who also happens to be a former President of Malta, through a short social media message “Awguri Pa”.

On April 22nd, George Abela celebrated his 75th birthday.

The President Emeritus of Malta, who served as the country’s eighth President from 2008 to 2014, was nominated for the position and appointed by Prime Minister Lawrence Gonzi, making history as the first ever President to be appointed from an opposing party.

This has only happened once in the country’s history.

On behalf of the MaltaDaily team, we would like to extend our warmest birthday wishes to the former President and hope he had a wonderful day celebrating with his loved ones.

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Police Officers Help Find Lost Dog

Apr 23 2023

In a heartwarming turn of events, police officials helped find Charlie, a lost dog, on the 21st of April.

The family had set up a Facebook page in their desperate attempt to find their furry friend. The search parties and police reports finally paid off when Charlie was found uninjured by police at 3 am in a field in San Gwann, looking scared and confused. Fiona, the owner of Charlie, expressed her gratitude to Sargent Parnis and PC Chantelle for finding their beloved dog. The police officers’ prompt action and dedication to finding Charlie brought joy to the family and relieved their worries.

Fiona also took the opportunity to appeal to all pet owners to get their pets familiar with their new surroundings when moving houses. This can prevent confusion and anxiety for pets who may stray away and get lost. It’s crucial for pet owners to understand the importance of keeping their pets safe, especially during moments of transition.

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300 year old Naxxar Mill has been fully restored to its original state

Apr 23 2023

After an extensive restoration project, The Mill of Naxxar, was officially inaugurated by the Local Council of Naxxar and the Minister for Public Works and Planning Stefan Zrinzo Azzopardi, alongside the Parliamentary Secretary for European Funds Chris Bonett.

The Mill, which was built more than 300 years ago, has been fully restored to its original state, providing the residents of Naxxar with a new attraction to enjoy.

The restoration was carried out with an investment of €1.5 million from various sources, including the Planning Authority and the European Fund for Regional Development.

During the inauguration, Minister Stefan Zrinzo Azzopardi highlighted the importance of preserving Maltese cultural heritage, stating that the conservation of such heritage is a mission for all.

Parliamentary Secretary Chris Bonett also spoke at the inauguration, highlighting the significance of the restoration project for the locality of Naxxar. He stated that the mill will serve as an attraction for both Maltese and tourists, estimating that it will attract around 3,900 visitors annually.

The Mayor of Naxxar, Anne Marie Muscat Fenech Adami, praised the restoration project, stating that it has restored the mill to its original state and has also created a cultural center and tourist attraction in the community.

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Three individuals arrested in Zabbar for excessive amount of cannabis plants and cocaine

Apr 23 2023

The Malta Police Force conducted inspections in several locations in Ħaz-Żabbar in relation to drugs, which resulted in the arrest of three individuals, including two men and a woman.

The first arrest was made at a residence in Triq Santa Marija where the police discovered several capsules containing cocaine, with a street value of approximately €8,000, along with a bag of cannabis, suspected to be for trafficking. A 25-year-old man and a 20-year-old woman were taken into custody from this location.

The second arrest was made at a residence in Triq Santa Klara, where the police discovered an excessive amount of cannabis plants, along with cannabis herb ready for use, which exceeded the legal limit for possession. A 20-year-old man from Wied il-Għajn was taken into custody for drug trafficking.

While another search was conducted at an establishment in Triq ix-Xgħaira, it produced no results.

The three arrested individuals are currently being held in the Floriana lock-up for further investigation, and they are expected to be brought to court in the coming days. Meanwhile, investigations are still ongoing.

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