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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Mariah Carey Announces Passing Of Mum, Sister On Same Day

Aug 27 2024

Mariah Carey announced on Monday that her mother, Patricia, and sister, Alison, both died on the same day.

The Grammy-winning singer expressed heartbreak over the loss, saying, “My heart is broken that I’ve lost my mother this past weekend,” and revealed the tragic coincidence of her sister passing away on the same day.

Carey shared that she was grateful to have spent her mother’s last week with her and thanked everyone for their support while requesting privacy during this difficult time.

The cause of their deaths has not been disclosed. Patricia was an opera singer and had divorced Carey’s father when the singer was three years old.

Carey had a complicated relationship with both her mother and sister, as detailed in her 2020 memoir, The Meaning of Mariah Carey.

She described her relationship with her mother as a mix of pride, pain, and gratitude, while her connection with her sister was distant due to safety concerns.

Despite their difficulties, Carey maintained contact with her mother, and they even recorded a duet together for her second Christmas album in 2010.

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The Travellers Fan Erects Huge Flag Of Band In Mellieħa

Aug 27 2024

With local favourite band The Travellers set to perform at the Mellieħa Fireworks Annual Concert this Thursday 29th, a fan of the band erected a massive flag pole with the emblem of the band printed on the flag.

The man behind the flag was Ivan Cutajar, who professionally works on such flag poles, taking on his father’s craft.

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The team behind fireworks concert, which takes place a few days before the awaited Maria Bambina feast, won the Malta Fireworks Festival back in 2023. And sure enough, Ivan is part of the team.

As a big fan of the band, Ivan wanted to make sure that their performance in the locality got the proper treatment it deserved.

The annual concert will be taking place this Thursday at 8:30pm onwards, with a host of other local singers awaiting attendees.

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9 Collisions Cause Behind Yesterday Morning’s Traffic

Aug 27 2024

In a statement, Transport Malta explained that yesterday morning’s traffic delays were caused due to several accidents which occurred on the Marsa Ħamrun Bypass between 5am and 10am.

A total of nine collisions to be exact – all on or around the same bypass.

The first incident involved a taxi and a pedestrian and occurred at around 05:00hrs.

Transport Malta promptly coordinated with emergency services, the statement explained. This lead to the closure of one carriageway, leading to more disruptions towards the southbound direction until the road was safe to reopen.

An accident at 0855 involving a pregnant woman and other incidents led to further disruptions, this time even northbound.

‘As part of its efforts to manage traffic in emergency situations, Transport Malta increased Enforcement Officers in affected junctures, such as the Qormi-Mriehel roundabout, as well as used its Traffic Control centre, to restore traffic to normality.’

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Source: Transport Malta