Local edition: Sliema
Waterfront, environmental issues, storm damage, and coastal matters.
Sliema
national
Power cuts hit multiple Malta localities on 17 July during summer heat spike. PN criticises systemic failures; Labour defends nine-year grid investment plan.
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Sliema
national
Five minister–shadow pairings will shape Malta's new legislature, with Miriam Dalli holding the Energy and Environment portfolio for Labour.
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Sliema
national
Qui-si-Sana beach in Sliema has been closed after a sewage leak, with the local council alerting swimmers to the contamination risk while repairs are under way.
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Sliema
national
Malta's quarry operators are restricting construction waste access in a tariff standoff, seeking €20–€22 per tonne against the current €12 benchmark.
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Sliema
national
Route 212 will run every 15 minutes this July under a summer service upgrade, with the first phase taking effect on Saturday 13 June 2026.
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Sliema
national
Quarry operators want dumping fees raised from €12 to €20–€22 per tonne. Weeks of talks between the industry and government have yet to produce a resolution.
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Sliema
national
Two people were rescued off the Sliema coast after their boat sank, with an AFM vessel recovering the pair and transferring them to Mater Dei Hospital.
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Sliema
national
Momentum said Friday it sees an urgent need to protect our environment and address the growing climate crisis on World Environment Day.
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Sliema
development
Five hotel towers have been proposed along Sliema's seafront, adding to concerns over high-rise development on Malta's most densely built coastline.
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Sliema
national
Prime Minister Robert Abela has pledged national park status for Manoel Island and Fort Tigné, with local plan amendments to block further development if Labour wins on 30 May.
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Sliema
environment
The mayors of Sliema and Gżira say they will ask their councils to object to plans for land reclamation and a new lido on the seafront.
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Sliema
national
European Commissioner Jessika Roswall toured Malta's water facilities and commended the island's infrastructure improvements.
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Sliema
national
WSC responds to resident complaints about ongoing pumping operations affecting local community in Sliema area.
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Sliema
national
Local residents capture footage of untreated sewage flowing directly into coastal waters near the popular ferry terminal area.
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Sliema
national
Local residents report weeks of unpleasant smells in the ferry terminal area, sparking concerns about potential sewage issues.
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Sliema
national
Malta will welcome international powerboat racing championships in April 2026, with thrilling competitions set for Sliema's coastline.
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Sliema
national
Water Services Corporation reports major blockage in local sewer network caused by illegally dumped construction materials.
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Sliema
national
Local authorities express concerns over plans for floating party venue in waters near Sliema coastline.
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Sliema
development
WSC discovers construction debris blocking sewer systems, resulting in sewage discharge into coastal waters near Sliema promenade.
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Sliema
national
A 14-year-old boy provides court testimony after sustaining injuries during a group attack in the coastal town.
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Sliema
national
Criminal Court of Appeal overturns conviction in Sliema waste disposal case, highlighting ongoing environmental challenges in the area.
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Sliema
national
Environmental and Planning Review Tribunal blocks controversial hotel development featuring two towers with 158 rooms
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Sliema
national
Environmental Planning Review Tribunal overturns permits for twin hotel towers after residents raised concerns about inappropriate scale.
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Sliema
environment
A staircase along Sliema's popular waterfront promenade has collapsed, leaving authorities to cordon off the area while repair work is planned.
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Sliema
national
Local court imposes two-year prison term and hefty fine on individual convicted of killing cats in waterfront town.
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Sliema
national
Adrian Delia reports his son was attacked in Sliema, raising concerns about public safety in the popular coastal town.
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Sliema
national
Historic Maypole company commemorates its 125th anniversary with a special art installation along Sliema's waterfront.
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Sliema
environment
Storm Harry has caused additional deterioration to the abandoned waterfront structure that has stood empty for over six decades.
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Sliema
national
Local authorities urge residents and visitors to avoid coastal areas as dangerous waves crash over popular seafront structures.
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Sliema
transport
A vintage Maltese bus crashed into parked cars along Sliema's waterfront after the driver suffered a medical episode.
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