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Man identified after breaking off door knocker on Dingli Street Opposition leader Alex Borg questions government power investment PN renews calls for action as Malta's electricity crisis persists Sliema mayor praises volunteer for daily beach cleanup at qui-si-sana Valletta man granted bail after threatening police officers
Man identified after breaking off door knocker on Dingli Street Opposition leader Alex Borg questions government power investment PN renews calls for action as Malta's electricity crisis persists Sliema mayor praises volunteer for daily beach cleanup at qui-si-sana Valletta man granted bail after threatening police officers

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Man identified after breaking off door knocker on Dingli Street Sliema

31 August 2026

Man identified after breaking off door knocker on Dingli Street

A man caught on camera removing a door knocker from a property on Dingli Street in Sliema has been identified following a public appeal by Mayor John Pillow.

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Sliema mayor praises volunteer for daily beach cleanup at qui-si-sana Sliema

27 August 2026

Sliema mayor praises volunteer for daily beach cleanup at qui-si-sana

Sliema Mayor John Pillow has publicly thanked local resident Esther for clearing litter from Qui-Si-Sana beach each morning on her own initiative.

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Valletta man granted bail after threatening police officers Sliema

25 August 2026

Valletta man granted bail after threatening police officers

A 43-year-old man from Valletta pleaded not guilty on Tuesday to charges of threatening police officers following an incident during the night of 23–24 August.

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Sliema council says seafront enforcement is no longer enough Sliema

16 August 2026

Sliema council says seafront enforcement is no longer enough

Sliema's local council says current enforcement is no longer sufficient after a video showed a collapsed man being dragged across a busy road.

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Sliema security patrols surge during peak tourist season Sliema

15 August 2026

Sliema security patrols surge during peak tourist season

The operation follows complaints from residents about disruptive behaviour linked to tourists, particularly around nightlife venues.

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PN demands government explain Birkirkara police station Sliema

14 August 2026

PN demands government explain Birkirkara police station

Birkirkara Police Station is classified by the Malta Police Force as a District Police Station and serves as the main base for the Ninth Police District.

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Britannia Flats in Sliema to add six storeys Sliema

14 August 2026

Britannia Flats in Sliema to add six storeys

The proposal would create 10 new apartments spread across five additional storeys and a penthouse level above the existing building.

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Planning authority approves il-fortizza microbrewery Sliema

12 August 2026

Planning authority approves il-fortizza microbrewery

The Planning Authority has approved restoration and adaptive-use works at il-Fortizza on Tower Road, Sliema.

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Five youths granted bail in Sliema teen attack case Sliema

11 August 2026

Five youths granted bail in Sliema teen attack case

Five youths were granted bail on Friday afternoon following a brutal attack on a 14-year-old boy in Sliema on 31 January 2025.

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Sliema remains Malta's most expensive property locality Sliema

8 August 2026

Sliema remains Malta's most expensive property locality

Sliema holds its position as Malta's priciest property market, with the price gap between it and Gozo continuing to widen.

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Sliema fortizza restoration and microbrewery approved Sliema

5 August 2026

Sliema fortizza restoration and microbrewery approved

Planning Commission approves restoration of Grade 1 scheduled Point Battery in Sliema and microbrewery by UK craft beer company German Kraft.

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Sliema penthouse becomes Malta's top-rated airbnb Sliema

5 August 2026

Sliema penthouse becomes Malta's top-rated airbnb

Barnes converted the newly built property into a two-bedroom apartment with an open living area across 150 square metres.

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Court ruling halts Sliema Townsquare hotel plan Sliema

4 August 2026

Court ruling halts Sliema Townsquare hotel plan

Residents and NGOs brought a legal challenge that succeeded where years of objections alone had not.

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Cultural heritage body escalates Sliema to UNESCO panel Sliema

3 August 2026

Cultural heritage body escalates Sliema to UNESCO panel

The application was filed on 7 April by Strand Lido Ltd, Libyan Arab Maltese Holdings Company Limited (LAMHCO) and Sea Pebbles Ltd.

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San Ġiljan and Neptunes reach BOV Knockout final Sliema

2 August 2026

San Ġiljan and Neptunes reach BOV Knockout final

San Ġiljan MAA Daikin and Neptunes BGM qualified for the BOV Knockout Premier Division final after winning their semi-finals on Saturday.

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Momentum asks ombudsman to probe illegal restaurant Sliema

29 July 2026

Momentum asks ombudsman to probe illegal restaurant

Momentum has formally requested the Ombudsman to investigate and enforce the law regarding illegal restaurant structures along Triq ix-Xatt in Sliema and Gżira.

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Sliema man acquitted in road rage case: Matteo Lanfranco Sliema

28 July 2026

Sliema man acquitted in road rage case: Matteo Lanfranco

The dispute began after the vehicles driven by Lanfranco and Mario Chircop stopped close to each other on the narrow Sliema street.

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PN outlines tax, health and infrastructure pledges Sliema

25 July 2026

PN outlines tax, health and infrastructure pledges

Nationalist Party leader Alex Borg outlined tax, health and infrastructure pledges at a Sliema mass meeting, including income tax cuts, lower electricity bills and a four-hospital network.

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Government gathering data on noise and disorder in Sliema Sliema

23 July 2026

Government gathering data on noise and disorder in Sliema

Bencini further asked whether police had identified hotspots where problems occur regularly and what steps had been taken to strengthen police presence there.

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Malta launches planning with automatic permit freeze Sliema

21 July 2026

Malta launches planning with automatic permit freeze

Prime Minister Robert Abela presented the reform alongside Planning Minister Jonathan Attard, who previously served as Minister for Justice.

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Police issue six fines after Sliema tourist misconduct video Sliema

20 July 2026

Police issue six fines after Sliema tourist misconduct video

Police issued six on-the-spot fines after a Lovin Malta follow-up on Italian tourists filmed disturbing Sliema neighbours; a Swieqi short-let block was shut days earlier.

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Traffic police officers reunite with man they rescued in Sliema Sliema

19 July 2026

Traffic police officers reunite with man they rescued in Sliema

Traffic Police constables Scicluna and Tonna used their belts as a tourniquet after finding Maurice Galea trapped between a car and a truck in Sliema, then met him again at Mater Dei.

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Sliema Nexawin beats Sirens 15–11 in BOV Summer League Sliema

18 July 2026

Sliema Nexawin beats Sirens 15–11 in BOV Summer League

Sliema Nexawin extended their winning run with a 15–11 victory over Sirens Build Fitness in Match Day 10 of the BOV Summer League at the National Pool Complex.

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Sirens beat San Ġiljan 18–13 in water polo league Sliema

16 July 2026

Sirens beat San Ġiljan 18–13 in water polo league

Sirens BUILD FITNESS defeated San Ġiljan MAA DAIKIN 18–13 in the Malta water polo league, securing their second victory over the same side this season.

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Sliema residents want daily police for party boat returns Sliema

16 July 2026

Sliema residents want daily police for party boat returns

Sliema residents welcomed police monitoring of party boat arrivals at the ferries and want it made a daily summer practice.

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Sliema Nexawin defeats Valletta 27–8 in BOV Summer League Sliema

16 July 2026

Sliema Nexawin defeats Valletta 27–8 in BOV Summer League

Sliema Nexawin dominated Valletta Peak Insurance Brokers 27–8 in Match Day 9 of the BOV Summer League Premier Division on Wednesday, 16 July 2026.

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Sliema demands higher fines for disruptive tourists in Malta Sliema

14 July 2026

Sliema demands higher fines for disruptive tourists in Malta

The call follows a recent incident in which foreign visitors caused a disturbance serious enough to draw police and regulatory intervention.

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Sliema Wanderers sign Alexander Satariano on three-year deal Sliema

13 July 2026

Sliema Wanderers sign Alexander Satariano on three-year deal

The club described Satariano as the final major signing in their current recruitment drive, framing his arrival as a statement of intent for the campaign ahead.

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Neptunes edge San Ġiljan 14–13 in tight water polo clash Sliema

12 July 2026

Neptunes edge San Ġiljan 14–13 in tight water polo clash

Neptunes Best Gyms defeated San Ġiljan 14–13 in a close water polo match as the visitors fielded a depleted squad following disciplinary suspensions.

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Sliema Nexawin beats Exiles 16–12 in water polo derby Sliema

12 July 2026

Sliema Nexawin beats Exiles 16–12 in water polo derby

Sliema Nexawin defeated neighbours Exiles Welbee's 16–12 in a local water polo derby, with Jayden Cutajar scoring six goals to lead the victory.

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San Ġiljan condemn fans over object-throwing Sliema

9 July 2026

San Ġiljan condemn fans over object-throwing

San Ġiljan ASC condemned supporters who threw objects at match officials after a 19–18 Summer Championship water polo loss to Sliema on Wednesday.

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PA approves Townsquare changes, removes hotel Sliema

9 July 2026

PA approves Townsquare changes, removes hotel

Planning officials classed the revisions as minor, noting they reduced the development's overall scale while increasing public open space.

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Birkirkara claim women's beach soccer title Sliema

7 July 2026

Birkirkara claim women's beach soccer title

Birkirkara Beach Soccer claimed the women's beach soccer championship title for the first time, defeating Sliema 8–7 on penalties in the final at Pretty Bay.

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Qui-si-sana beach in Sliema closed due to sewage leak Sliema

4 July 2026

Qui-si-sana beach in Sliema closed due to sewage leak

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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Carmen vella, Sliema cabaret legend, dies at 79 in Malta Sliema

4 July 2026

Carmen vella, Sliema cabaret legend, dies at 79 in Malta

Carmen Vella, a Sliema-born singer and cabaret entertainer who became one of Malta's most recognisable performers, has died at age 79.

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Sliema cat-killing conviction upheld on appeal Sliema

2 July 2026

Sliema cat-killing conviction upheld on appeal

The original Magistrate's Court penalties, comprising a two-year prison term, a €15,000 fine and a 40-year ban on keeping animals, remain in force.

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Sliema win back-to-back beach soccer championship title Sliema

2 July 2026

Sliema win back-to-back beach soccer championship title

Sliema claimed their second consecutive Men's National Beach Soccer Championship, defeating La Playa de Arena 3–1 after extra time at Pretty Bay in Birżebbuġa.

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State to pay €272,000 in Sliema rent-law case Sliema

1 July 2026

State to pay €272,000 in Sliema rent-law case

Malta's constitutional court has ordered the State to pay €272,000 to a Sliema family, ruling the island's rent-protection laws breached their property rights.

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Roderick briffa, 44, joins Msida St Joseph Sliema

22 June 2026

Roderick briffa, 44, joins Msida St Joseph

Veteran midfielder Roderick Briffa has joined Msida St Joseph in Malta's Amateur League 2, adding to a career spanning multiple top-tier Maltese clubs.

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Sliema cat case: defence seeks treatment Sliema

22 June 2026

Sliema cat case: defence seeks treatment

A Sliema cat-killing case is being reheard after the appeal court revoked the original two-year sentence; defence lawyers argue for treatment over imprisonment.

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Malta population pressure as Swiss reject cap Sliema

21 June 2026

Malta population pressure as Swiss reject cap

Supporters argued Switzerland was becoming overcrowded and public services were buckling under strain.

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San Ġiljan overturn five goals to beat Sliema Sliema

18 June 2026

San Ġiljan overturn five goals to beat Sliema

San Ġiljan came back from 2–5 down after the first session to defeat Sliema 11–10 in a President's Cup waterpolo match, clinching victory with a last-gasp goal.

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San Ġiljan stun Sliema 11–10 after comeback Sliema

18 June 2026

San Ġiljan stun Sliema 11–10 after comeback

San Ġiljan MAA Daikin scored five unanswered goals in the final quarter to beat Sliema Frank Salt Real Estate 11–10 in the President's Cup on June 17, 2026.

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Free fête de la musique night comes to Sliema on 21 june Sliema

17 June 2026

Free fête de la musique night comes to Sliema on 21 june

Three live acts perform at Teatru Salesjan on the internationally observed first day of summer. Entry is free and doors open at 6:30pm.

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Swiss cap vote highlights Malta density crisis Sliema

15 June 2026

Swiss cap vote highlights Malta density crisis

Swiss voters rejected a population cap on 15 June 2026. Malta, eight times denser and growing three times faster, has no long-term population strategy.

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Sliema BS, Ħamrun SC beaten in Europe openers Sliema

11 June 2026

Sliema BS, Ħamrun SC beaten in Europe openers

Malta's Sliema BS and Ħamrun SC each suffered opening-day defeats in separate European beach soccer competitions in Nazaré, Portugal on 10 June 2026.

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Traffic sergeant jailed over flyover overtime Sliema

9 June 2026

Traffic sergeant jailed over flyover overtime

Norman Xuereb, the organiser of a police overtime racket tied to the Marsa flyovers, has been sentenced to five years in prison and ordered to forfeit €53,000.

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Sliema power cut lasts around three hours Sliema

8 June 2026

Sliema power cut lasts around three hours

Parts of Sliema were left without electricity for around three hours on 8 June 2026 as Enemalta crews carried out emergency repair works in the area.

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Ħamrun SC reach EWC quarter-finals unbeaten Sliema

8 June 2026

Ħamrun SC reach EWC quarter-finals unbeaten

Ħamrun SC are through to the quarter-finals of the Euro Winners Challenge 2026 after topping their group with a perfect record of three wins from three matches.

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Two rescued after boat sinks off Sliema coast in Malta Sliema

7 June 2026

Two rescued after boat sinks off Sliema coast in Malta

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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Transport Malta revises foreign-licence rules Sliema

7 June 2026

Transport Malta revises foreign-licence rules

Y-plate vehicles occupy a distinct category in Malta's registration system, most commonly associated with short-term hire and rental use.

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Worker stranded as Sliema hotel site floods Sliema

5 June 2026

Worker stranded as Sliema hotel site floods

A worker was left atop a submerged excavator as flooding at a Sliema hotel site spilled onto The Strand, prompting the BCA to halt works and investigate.

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Two Maltese clubs at euro winners challenge Sliema

5 June 2026

Two Maltese clubs at euro winners challenge

Ħamrun SC Beach Soccer and Sliema Beach Soccer are both competing at the Euro Winners Challenge 2026 in Nazaré, Portugal, running through 11 June.

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Five hotel towers proposed along Sliema's seafront Sliema

28 May 2026

Five hotel towers proposed along Sliema's seafront

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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Żurrieq residents demand answers on nigret Sliema

17 May 2026

Żurrieq residents demand answers on nigret

Żurrieq residents and the Momentum party gathered at Nigret to demand transparency on whether the Lands Authority has authorised public land for an 11,500 sq m private development.

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Gang rape trial: the night that began with a Sliema cab Sliema

14 May 2026

Gang rape trial: the night that began with a Sliema cab

Prosecution testimony in the Sliema taxi gang-rape trial names five accused after an alleged assault at a Marsaskala address – three adults and two suppressed-identity minors.

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Planning bid seeks reclamation for Sliema lido Sliema

9 May 2026

Planning bid seeks reclamation for Sliema lido

Three companies filed a planning application to reclaim land and sea for a new lido on the Sliema seafront.

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Sliema fishermen land 45-year boathouse deal Sliema

9 May 2026

Sliema fishermen land 45-year boathouse deal

SportMalta granted the Sliema Amateur Fishermen's Association a 45-year boathouse emphyteusis in St Julian's Bay at an annual rent of €489.

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Man critical after lorry-car crush in Sliema Sliema

9 May 2026

Man critical after lorry-car crush in Sliema

A man was hospitalised in critical condition after becoming trapped between a lorry and a car in Sliema, Malta.

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Labour pledges sliema–gozo fast ferry in €130 m Sliema

8 May 2026

Labour pledges sliema–gozo fast ferry in €130 m

Robert Abela said Labour would expand Gozo connectivity, including the Sliema–Buġibba–Gozo fast ferry route, as part of a wider €130 million package.

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Sliema crash puts y-plate reforms in spotlight Sliema

8 May 2026

Sliema crash puts y-plate reforms in spotlight

A delivery driver left with life-changing injuries after a Sliema crash has forced Transport Malta to call an emergency meeting on Y-plate reforms first

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New fast ferry links Sliema, Buġibba and Gozo Sliema

5 May 2026

New fast ferry links Sliema, Buġibba and Gozo

A new subsidised fast ferry linking Tas-Sliema, Buġibba and Gozo has been launched as part of the government's wider Malta in Motion transport plan.

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Neptunes take u16, Sliema sweep u20 unbeaten Sliema

5 May 2026

Neptunes take u16, Sliema sweep u20 unbeaten

Neptunes beat Sliema 12–5 to win the BOV Winter Water Polo U16 title, while Sliema sealed the U20 crown with an unbeaten campaign and a 13–4 final win.

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Metsola rebuffs aliyev, defends EU parliament Sliema

4 May 2026

Metsola rebuffs aliyev, defends EU parliament

Sliema-born EP president Roberta Metsola defended MEPs' mandate after Azerbaijan's Ilham Aliyev attacked the chamber over resolutions at the European Political Community Summit.

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Spagnol acquitted as both prosecution pillars fail Sliema

4 May 2026

Spagnol acquitted as both prosecution pillars fail

The Court of Appeal cleared Cabinet Secretary Ryan Spagnol of all drink-driving charges after rejecting both the breathalyser evidence and the

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Labour candidate rababah faces cluster of allegations Sliema

3 May 2026

Labour candidate rababah faces cluster of allegations

Labour candidate Omar Rababah faces public allegations over donations, Syrian community ties and public-service roles during Malta's election campaign.

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On-duty pharmacies for 3 may 2026: full Malta rota Sliema

3 May 2026

On-duty pharmacies for 3 may 2026: full Malta rota

Edward's Pharmacy at 115 Triq Manwel Dimech is Sliema's on-duty pharmacy today, open 9am–12pm and 4–7pm. Here is the complete island-wide rota for 3 May 2026.

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PN pledges regional status for Gozo with 110-point plan Sliema

2 May 2026

PN pledges regional status for Gozo with 110-point plan

The Nationalist Party has promised to grant Gozo formal regional status and has outlined 110 dedicated proposals for the island in its electoral manifesto.

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Sliema–buġibba–gozo ferry set for launch Sliema

2 May 2026

Sliema–buġibba–gozo ferry set for launch

The long-awaited ferry linking Sliema, Buġibba and Gozo is scheduled to begin operations on 5 May after a nine-month postponement.

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Sliema gallery show explores passage of time Sliema

1 May 2026

Sliema gallery show explores passage of time

Christine X Art Gallery in Sliema unveils 'Brief and Never Ending', a new exhibition meditating on impermanence and the human experience of time.

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Times of Malta defends journalist from claims Sliema

1 May 2026

Times of Malta defends journalist from claims

A major Maltese newspaper has formally challenged claims made against one of its journalists by a suspect linked to the Vitals hospitals scandal.

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Illegal ticket booths still blight The Strand Sliema

30 April 2026

Illegal ticket booths still blight The Strand

Around 40 unauthorised ticket booths remain on Sliema's The Strand promenade weeks after an enforcement deadline passed with no action taken.

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Housing affordability crisis persists in Malta Sliema

30 April 2026

Housing affordability crisis persists in Malta

Sean Gravina raises concerns about persistent housing affordability issues amid Malta's strong economic performance.

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PM announces infrastructure, education funds Sliema

29 April 2026

PM announces infrastructure, education funds

Abela commits to new Malta-Gozo connection project and comprehensive school modernisation programme across the islands.

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Pierre schembri-wismayer to run for momentum Sliema

29 April 2026

Pierre schembri-wismayer to run for momentum

University of Malta professor Pierre Schembri-Wismayer, schooled in Sliema, joins Momentum's candidate list ahead of the 30 May general election.

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Culture minister faces Manoel Island questions Sliema

29 April 2026

Culture minister faces Manoel Island questions

Owen Bonnici will address concerns about the MIDI deal during a televised debate focusing on Manoel Island's future.

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Journalist threatened over Sliema hostel story Sliema

26 April 2026

Journalist threatened over Sliema hostel story

Wife of hostel operator allegedly threatens journalist following coverage of tenant eviction case in Sliema accommodation facility.

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Culture minister under fire over Manoel Island Sliema

25 April 2026

Culture minister under fire over Manoel Island

Owen Bonnici will participate in televised debate addressing controversial MIDI agreement for historic Manoel Island site.

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Malta commits to energy security measures Sliema

24 April 2026

Malta commits to energy security measures

Prime Minister Robert Abela assures European counterparts that Malta will maintain stable energy supply amid rising global prices.

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Opposition slams light rail amid traffic woes Sliema

24 April 2026

Opposition slams light rail amid traffic woes

Nationalist Party spokesman questions government's light rail plans while warning of prolonged traffic issues under current administration.

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Ferry network to link Sliema and coastal towns Sliema

24 April 2026

Ferry network to link Sliema and coastal towns

Malta launches ambitious ferry service connecting Sliema, Buġibba, Gozo and Marsascala as part of sustainable transport initiative.

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NGOS press Malta to prioritise media reforms Sliema

22 April 2026

NGOS press Malta to prioritise media reforms

European organisations call for urgent action on Malta's stalled media reform commitments following years of limited progress.

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Court upholds life sentence in Sliema double murder case Sliema

22 April 2026

Court upholds life sentence in Sliema double murder case

The Criminal Court of Appeal has confirmed life imprisonment for Daniel Muka and a 40-year sentence for his accomplice over a double killing in Sliema.

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Malta govt stocks resilient amid fiscal fears Sliema

19 April 2026

Malta govt stocks resilient amid fiscal fears

Strong investor demand for Malta government bonds continues despite growing questions about the country's fiscal management and deficit control.

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Opposition questions Malta's LNG supply plans Sliema

16 April 2026

Opposition questions Malta's LNG supply plans

The Nationalist Party questions government preparedness as Malta's current liquefied natural gas contract approaches expiration.

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Emergency veterinary service to connect Malta and Gozo Sliema

16 April 2026

Emergency veterinary service to connect Malta and Gozo

New initiative promises equal access to urgent animal care across both islands through free emergency transport service.

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Fiscal council urges economic strategy shift Sliema

16 April 2026

Fiscal council urges economic strategy shift

Malta's fiscal watchdog recommends transitioning to export-led economic growth model to ensure long-term sustainability.

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Malta-china trade hits decade peak at €374 m Sliema

15 April 2026

Malta-china trade hits decade peak at €374 m

Trade between Malta and China achieves remarkable growth milestone, reflecting strengthening economic ties between the nations.

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Manwel Dimech flat fire prompts evacuations Sliema

14 April 2026

Manwel Dimech flat fire prompts evacuations

Fire incident in Sliema flat leads to precautionary evacuation of nearby residents on busy Triq Manwel Dimech.

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Crews tackle Manwel Dimech Street flat fire Sliema

14 April 2026

Crews tackle Manwel Dimech Street flat fire

Civil Protection Department officers respond to afternoon blaze in Sliema residential area as emergency services mobilize.

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WSC takes emergency action on Sliema sewage Sliema

14 April 2026

WSC takes emergency action on Sliema sewage

WSC responds to resident complaints about ongoing pumping operations affecting local community in Sliema area.

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Sewage discharge spotted at Sliema Ferries Sliema

12 April 2026

Sewage discharge spotted at Sliema Ferries

Local residents capture footage of untreated sewage flowing directly into coastal waters near the popular ferry terminal area.

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Foul odours near Sliema Ferries raise concerns Sliema

11 April 2026

Foul odours near Sliema Ferries raise concerns

Local residents report weeks of unpleasant smells in the ferry terminal area, sparking concerns about potential sewage issues.

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Loan racket case hears disturbing testimony Sliema

10 April 2026

Loan racket case hears disturbing testimony

Court proceedings reveal disturbing accounts of vehicle seizures and threats in ongoing case against Pace family members.

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Malta to host world powerboat racing in Sliema Sliema

9 April 2026

Malta to host world powerboat racing in Sliema

Malta will welcome international powerboat racing championships in April 2026, with thrilling competitions set for Sliema's coastline.

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Crackdown on illegal vendor stalls in Sliema Sliema

8 April 2026

Crackdown on illegal vendor stalls in Sliema

Local authorities initiate removal proceedings for unlicensed ticket booths operating without permits on The Strand promenade.

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Construction debris clogs Sliema sewerage system Sliema

6 April 2026

Construction debris clogs Sliema sewerage system

Water Services Corporation reports major blockage in local sewer network caused by illegally dumped construction materials.

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Sliema mayor objects to Noma Island platform Sliema

6 April 2026

Sliema mayor objects to Noma Island platform

Local authorities express concerns over plans for floating party venue in waters near Sliema coastline.

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Good friday processions cancelled over weather Sliema

3 April 2026

Good friday processions cancelled over weather

Strong winds and unstable conditions led to widespread cancellation of traditional Good Friday processions across the islands.

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Sliema council budgets €1.66 m income for financial year 2026 Sliema

2 April 2026

Sliema council budgets €1.66 m income for financial year 2026

Sliema Local Council's signed 2026 annual budget plans €1,658,940 in income and €1,637,525 in spending, projecting a €21,415 surplus, with operations and community works the largest outlays.

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Sliema council ends 2025 with €106,461 year-end surplus Sliema

2 April 2026

Sliema council ends 2025 with €106,461 year-end surplus

Sliema Local Council's Q4 accrual report for January–December 2025 shows €1.65 m income, €1.54 m spending and a €106,461 surplus, ahead of the €21,935 budgeted surplus.

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Holy week weather challenges expected in Malta Sliema

1 April 2026

Holy week weather challenges expected in Malta

Unsettled weather conditions with rain and strong winds forecast to affect Malta during Holy Week celebrations.

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Slovak tourist discharged in harassment case Sliema

1 April 2026

Slovak tourist discharged in harassment case

A 35-year-old Slovak man on vacation was found guilty of harassing a waitress through prolonged staring at a Sliema establishment.

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Government targets 25% renewable energy share by 2030 Sliema

30 March 2026

Government targets 25% renewable energy share by 2030

Prime Minister announces ambitious renewable energy targets as Malta aims to diversify its power generation mix within four years.

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Sliema-born pioneer elio lombardi dies at 92 Sliema

29 March 2026

Sliema-born pioneer elio lombardi dies at 92

Celebrated Maltese filmmaker and writer Elio Lombardi, who began his artistic journey in Sliema, dies at age 92.

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Building waste causes Sliema sewage overflow Sliema

27 March 2026

Building waste causes Sliema sewage overflow

WSC discovers construction debris blocking sewer systems, resulting in sewage discharge into coastal waters near Sliema promenade.

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San Ġwann man granted bail in heroin trafficking case Sliema

27 March 2026

San Ġwann man granted bail in heroin trafficking case

A 38-year-old delivery driver faces serious drug charges while required to report daily at Sliema police station as part of bail conditions.

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BOV posts €260.4 m pre-tax profit for 2025 Sliema

26 March 2026

BOV posts €260.4 m pre-tax profit for 2025

Bank of Valletta announces substantial financial results with significant dividend distribution and new Sliema Investment Centre opening.

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Architect cleared over bulebel wall collapse Sliema

26 March 2026

Architect cleared over bulebel wall collapse

Kamra tal-Periti concludes investigation finding no professional negligence by architect in last year's industrial estate incident.

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Sliema love story spans four decades of deceit Sliema

23 March 2026

Sliema love story spans four decades of deceit

A heartbreaking tale of separated lovers in Sliema takes an unexpected turn after 40 years of believing his partner had died.

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San Ġiljan edge Sirens in hard-fought match Sliema

21 March 2026

San Ġiljan edge Sirens in hard-fought match

San Ġiljan defeats Sirens 16–14 in a closely contested water polo encounter while Sliema returns to winning form.

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San Ġiljan beat Sliema in crucial local derby Sliema

18 March 2026

San Ġiljan beat Sliema in crucial local derby

San Ġiljan defeats Sliema Techfinity Hub 14–11 in intense water polo match, taking sole lead in championship standings.

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Sliema Fort fitness dominate futsal playoffs Sliema

18 March 2026

Sliema Fort fitness dominate futsal playoffs

Sliema Futsal Fort Fitness secures commanding 5–1 victory while crucial playoff positions take shape across Malta's men's futsal leagues.

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Life-size last supper display to feature in Sliema Sliema

17 March 2026

Life-size last supper display to feature in Sliema

A religious exhibition featuring life-size statues depicting the Last Supper will be showcased in Sliema with sacred artefacts.

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Sliema ASC take historic third place in Europe Sliema

16 March 2026

Sliema ASC take historic third place in Europe

Local water polo team achieves Malta's first European club medal with bronze finish in LEN Challenger Cup

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St Julian's routes diverted for st patrick's Sliema

15 March 2026

St Julian's routes diverted for st patrick's

Bus routes between Sliema, St Julian's, St John's and Pembroke face temporary changes due to St Patrick's Day road closures.

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Sliema council flags traffic management gaps Sliema

14 March 2026

Sliema council flags traffic management gaps

Local council expresses frustration over exclusion from traffic planning discussions following previous event disruptions.

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Sliema advance to European cup semi-finals Sliema

13 March 2026

Sliema advance to European cup semi-finals

Local water polo squad to face Lithuanian champions EVK Zaibas in upcoming semi-final clash of European competition.

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Sliema edge San Ġiljan in istanbul showdown Sliema

12 March 2026

Sliema edge San Ġiljan in istanbul showdown

Local team claims crucial 16–15 win in tightly contested match during group stage competition in Turkish capital.

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Work defies stop notice at Sliema hotel site Sliema

11 March 2026

Work defies stop notice at Sliema hotel site

Excavation work proceeds at contested hotel development project in Sliema following enforcement action by planning authorities.

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Sliema, St Julian's perfect before showdown Sliema

7 March 2026

Sliema, St Julian's perfect before showdown

Sliema and St Julian's both remain unbeaten in the winter championship ahead of a crucial head-to-head local derby showdown this weekend.

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Local mayors oppose Noma Island vessel operations Sliema

5 March 2026

Local mayors oppose Noma Island vessel operations

Sliema and Mellieħa mayors reject Noma Island commercial vessel despite Transport Malta's licensing confirmation.

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Tribunal blocks high-rise Sliema hotel project Sliema

4 March 2026

Tribunal blocks high-rise Sliema hotel project

A planning tribunal has revoked permits for two 14-storey hotels proposed for a narrow lane in Sliema, citing concerns over the development's scale.

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Sliema–gozo ferry expected to launch in spring Sliema

2 March 2026

Sliema–gozo ferry expected to launch in spring

Transport Minister Chris Bonett announces plans for a Sliema-Buġibba-Gozo ferry service launching spring 2024 to reduce car dependency.

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Local football administrator takes helm at Għargħur FC Sliema

26 February 2026

Local football administrator takes helm at Għargħur FC

Mark Pullicino appointed as new president of Għargħur FC, continuing family tradition in Maltese football administration.

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Appeal court overturns Sliema waste conviction Sliema

26 February 2026

Appeal court overturns Sliema waste conviction

Criminal Court of Appeal overturns conviction in Sliema waste disposal case, highlighting ongoing environmental challenges in the area.

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14-storey Sliema hotels blocked on appeal Sliema

21 February 2026

14-storey Sliema hotels blocked on appeal

Environmental and Planning Review Tribunal blocks controversial hotel development featuring two towers with 158 rooms

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Sliema drag venue harassed amid noise dispute Sliema

20 February 2026

Sliema drag venue harassed amid noise dispute

Local drag bar co-owner alleges homophobic targeting of customers while resident maintains complaints focus solely on noise levels

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PA commission faces calls to resign over hotel Sliema

20 February 2026

PA commission faces calls to resign over hotel

FAA demands PA Commission resignation following reversal of controversial 14-storey hotel permits in narrow Sliema alley.

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Tribunal rejects 14-storey hotel in Sliema Sliema

19 February 2026

Tribunal rejects 14-storey hotel in Sliema

Environmental Planning Review Tribunal overturns permits for twin hotel towers after residents raised concerns about inappropriate scale.

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Sliema Promenade staircase collapses Sliema

17 February 2026

Sliema Promenade staircase collapses

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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Tigne marina crash sends resident to hospital Sliema

15 February 2026

Tigne marina crash sends resident to hospital

A 61-year-old man from Marsa was hospitalized following a traffic collision at Tigne Marina involving two vehicles.

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Tigne street closed after traffic incident Sliema

15 February 2026

Tigne street closed after traffic incident

Transport Malta advises motorists that Tigne Street in Sliema is temporarily closed due to a traffic incident requiring alternative routes.

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BOV opens new investment centre in tas-Sliema Sliema

13 February 2026

BOV opens new investment centre in tas-Sliema

Malta's leading bank establishes dedicated investment facility in Sliema to serve growing client base with specialised financial services.

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Jail and €15,000 fine for Sliema cat killings Sliema

12 February 2026

Jail and €15,000 fine for Sliema cat killings

Court confirms prison sentence and substantial fine for Japanese man convicted of animal cruelty charges in Sliema.

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Sliema resident jailed for animal cruelty Sliema

12 February 2026

Sliema resident jailed for animal cruelty

Local court imposes two-year prison term and hefty fine on individual convicted of killing cats in waterfront town.

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Resident jailed two years for animal cruelty Sliema

12 February 2026

Resident jailed two years for animal cruelty

A Sliema resident receives significant jail term and substantial fine following conviction for animal cruelty offenses.

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Civil protection responds to Sliema café smoke Sliema

10 February 2026

Civil protection responds to Sliema café smoke

Emergency teams evacuated people from Bisazza Street café as precautionary measure following smoke reports.

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Bisazza Street shop fire prompts evacuations Sliema

10 February 2026

Bisazza Street shop fire prompts evacuations

A blaze at a commercial establishment on Bisazza Street led to precautionary evacuations of nearby residents with no reported injuries.

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Emergency teams tackle smoke at Sliema café Sliema

10 February 2026

Emergency teams tackle smoke at Sliema café

Civil Protection Department crews respond to smoke emergency at local café in Sliema's commercial district.

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Abner aquilina fit to stand trial, court rules Sliema

9 February 2026

Abner aquilina fit to stand trial, court rules

Psychiatric evaluation confirms defendant capable of understanding court proceedings in Paulina Dembska murder trial.

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Delia: parents share Sliema gang-attack fears Sliema

7 February 2026

Delia: parents share Sliema gang-attack fears

After his 14-year-old son was assaulted near Tigné Point, Adrian Delia said other parents contacted him with similar stories, even as police figures show few reported fights between minors.

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BOV opens new investment centre on Tower Road Sliema

4 February 2026

BOV opens new investment centre on Tower Road

BOV inaugurates modern investment centre in Sliema, relocating from Gzira to better serve clients with enhanced facilities.

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Developer seeks to sanction Sliema demolition Sliema

4 February 2026

Developer seeks to sanction Sliema demolition

Carlo Stivala seeks to legitimise facade demolition and add two additional hotel floors in controversial Sliema development project.

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Community and police honour olivia wojnowska Sliema

1 February 2026

Community and police honour olivia wojnowska

Memorial service held at St John Bosco Chapel in Sliema for 13-year-old Polish girl who tragically lost her life in Cirkewwa.

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Maypole marks 125 years with Sliema art piece Sliema

1 February 2026

Maypole marks 125 years with Sliema art piece

Historic Maypole company commemorates its 125th anniversary with a special art installation along Sliema's waterfront.

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Sunday memorial for oliwia wojnowska, 13 Sliema

30 January 2026

Sunday memorial for oliwia wojnowska, 13

Polish community in Malta will hold memorial service at San Ġwann Bosco chapel in Sliema for teenage tragedy victim.

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Sliema Chalet suffers further storm damage Sliema

22 January 2026

Sliema Chalet suffers further storm damage

Storm Harry has caused additional deterioration to the abandoned waterfront structure that has stood empty for over six decades.

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TV host draws controversial justice parallels Sliema

22 January 2026

TV host draws controversial justice parallels

Local media personality sparks discussion by comparing recent criminal cases and questioning consistency in judicial sentencing.

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Construction truck spill disrupts Tower Road Sliema

21 January 2026

Construction truck spill disrupts Tower Road

A heavy construction truck has scattered debris across Tower Road in Sliema, prompting authorities to recommend alternative routes for motorists.

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Mayor issues warning as rough seas hit Sliema Sliema

19 January 2026

Mayor issues warning as rough seas hit Sliema

Local authorities urge residents and visitors to avoid coastal areas as dangerous waves crash over popular seafront structures.

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Franciscan soup kitchen serves thousands Sliema

17 January 2026

Franciscan soup kitchen serves thousands

Valletta's Franciscan Soup Kitchen provided meals to 28,500 people from across Malta, including residents from Sliema.

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Rare photo: mount etna seen through fort tigné Sliema

13 January 2026

Rare photo: mount etna seen through fort tigné

Local photographer captures stunning alignment of Sicily's Mount Etna volcano through the historic arches of Sliema's Fort Tigné.

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Vintage bus crashes on Sliema Promenade Sliema

9 January 2026

Vintage bus crashes on Sliema Promenade

A vintage Maltese bus crashed into parked cars along Sliema's waterfront after the driver suffered a medical episode.

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Two face charges over Sliema elderly bag theft Sliema

3 January 2026

Two face charges over Sliema elderly bag theft

Court proceedings begin against pair accused of stealing handbag from 80-year-old woman in brazen daylight incident.

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