Announcements

EBEJER. On August 30, at Mater Dei Hospital, MARIA née Azzarello, of Paola, residing at Żejtun Home for the Elderly, widow of Joseph, aged 94, passed away peacefully, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss Mary, widow of her son Antoine, Lino and his wife Rina, Josephine and her husband Anthony Cuschieri, John and his wife Miriam, her grandchildren, great-grandchildren, other relatives in Malta and France, and friends. Mass præsente cadavere will be celebrated today at 2 p.m. at St Anthony church, Għajn Dwieli, Paola. Lord, grant her eternal rest.

MELI. On August 30, at St James (Capua) Hospital, Sliema EDWIN L.P., aged 86, comforted by the rites of Holy Mother Church. He leaves to mourn his irreparable loss his wife of 60 years Miriam, his beloved children Joanna, Adrian and his wife Mylene and Stephen, his grandchildren Alexia and her husband Mark Vella, Mark and Sacha, Sean, Hannah, Sascha and Edward, his great-grandchildren Sophie and Sienna, his brother John and his wife Josephine and his sister-in-law Josephine Milanes, nephews and neices besides other relatives and friends. The funeral leaves St James (Capua) Hospital, Sliema tomorrow at 9 a.m. for Stella Maris parish church, Sliema where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 9.30 a.m. followed by interment at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery (entrance through top gate). No flowers by request but donations to the Poor Clares, St Julians would be greatly appreciated. Special thanks go to his personal carers, the management and staff at Casa Antonia and St James Capua Hospital, Sliema, for their dedicated care. The family regret they are unable to receive visitors. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

WHITE. On August 30, at Mater Dei Hospital, THOMAS, aged 85, passed away peacefully comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his beloved wife Tessie, his daughters Cynthia and her husband David Gutteridge, Moira and her husband Paul Vella, his grandchildren Kurt and Corissa, his brothers and sisters, other relatives and friends. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital tomorrow at 8.15 a.m. for Massiliano Kolbe church, Buġibba, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 9 a.m. followed by interment at the family grave at Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to Id-Dar tal-Providenza will be appreciated.

In Memoriam

AGIUS. Cherished memories of CHARLES, today the 43rd anniversary of his death.

We have loved him in life,
Let us not forget him in death.
Ronald, Lilian and Marie.

FARRUGIA – JOSEPH (ex-Manager, NAAFI). On the 30th anniversary of his death. Lovingly remembered by his children Michael, Celestina, Carmen, Joe, Mary, Anna and Jacqueline. Forever in our thoughts and prayers.

FIORINI – JOSEPHINE. In loving memory of a dear mother, grandmother and great-grandmother on the first anniversary of her demise. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Her family. Lord, grant her eternal rest.

MIFSUD – MICHAEL. Ever loving memories of a beloved father on the 40th anniversary of his passing away to eternal life. Always in our thoughts and prayers. His children Edwin, Emma, Rose, widow of his son John, Henry and Tony and their respective spouses, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

SMITH. Treasured happy memories of TOM, a beloved husband and father. Please remember him in your prayers. Corinne and Hannah.

YOUNG. In loving memory of Arthur who died 43 years ago today. Never forgotten by his wife Mary, his sons Joe, Stephen and Raymond, their wives and children. Relatives and friends may wish to include him in their prayers.

Power cuts

There will be power cuts in the following localities tomorrow:

Between 8 a.m. and noon in new street off Siegħ and in Qasba, Siegħ streets in Swieqi.

Between 8 a.m. and noon in new street off Salesian and Cliffs streets, and Cliffs, Main and Salesiani streets and Main Alley 3, Alley 4, Alley 5 in Dingli.

Between 8 a.m. and 1 p.m. in new street off Vitale and Vitale, Barbara, Dun Edgar, Ċentinarju Tal-Parroċċa, Xagħra tal-Knisja, Main, St Paul, St Pius and St Francis streets in Mġarr.

Between 8 a.m. and 1 p.m. in Qares, Snajja, Trinkatur, Constitution, Għollieq, Coronation, Beż­biżija, Ġorġ Mitrovic and National Assxembly streets in Mosta.

Between 8 a.m. and 1 p.m. in St John the Baptist and Cathedral streets in St Paul’s Bay.

Between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. in Ivo Muscat Azzopardi, Oleandru, Żebbuġ, Sajjieda, Palm, Mensija streets in St Julians.

Between 8.30 a.m. and 12.30 p.m. in Tal-Barmil Square and Ballata, Manwala Naggara streets and Mġarr Road in Xewkija.

Between 8.30 a.m. and 1 p.m. in Cottoner Avenue, Hompesch Road, St John and Bastion streets in Fgura.

Between 8.30 a.m. and 1 p.m. in Dawret Ix-Xatt and Karmelo Ritchie street in Xgħajra.

Between noon and 4 p.m. in Xatt and Manwel Dimech, St Vincent, Annunciation, St Rita streets in Sliema.

Between 12.30 p.m. and 4 p.m. in St Catherine and Alfredo Cachia Zammit streets in Żejtun.

Restoration camp 2011

Din l-Art Ħelwa will again be holding a restoration camp, which this year will take place at Torri Mamo between September 9-19. The 1657 fortified country home, which commands views overlooking St Thomas Bay is held in guardianship by DLĦ and is unique in that it has 16 sides and an internal circular domed hall.

The programme will be focusing on the restoration of fortifications and, in particular, on stone deterioration. There will be workshops and on-the-job training under the supervision of qualified restorers.

Participants will be given the opportunity to network with volunteers from France who will be dedicating time to learn and carry out hands-on restoration work. Free time will be filled with cultural visits and fun activities.

Participation with full board and lodging is €125 but day volunteers are also invited. For more information e-mail info@dinlarthelwa.org or call on 2122 5952.

Traffic diversion in Ta’ Xbiex

Part of Abate Rigord Street in Ta’ Xbiex will be closed to traffic because of resurfacing works in the stretch from the corner with Princess Margaret Street up to Ta’ Xbiex Seafront tomorrow and Friday between 8 p.m. and 5.30 a.m.

Parking will not be permitted along both sides of the road. Traffic and public transport from The Strand in Gżira towards Valletta will be diverted to Ta’ Xbiex Seafront.

Traffic from Princess Margaret Street will be diverted to the lower part of Abate Rigord Street.

Motorists are advised to proceed with caution. Any inconvenience is regretted.

Sliema Band in Żurrieq

The Sliema Band will perform band marches in Żurrieq on Saturday from 7.30 p.m. for the feast of St Catherine, conducted by Maestro Ronnie Debattista.