The cross which forms part of the statue of St Helen, which was damaged during the saint's feast in Birkirkara this morning, has been temporarily repaired for this evening's celebrations and will be repaired permanently in the coming days, sources said.

The top part of the cross was damaged during the feast this morning as it hit street decorations in St Roque Street while it was being carried shoulder high.

The statue of St Helen includes the cross because the saint is historically credited with finding the relics of the true cross.

Besides the feast of St Helen on the Sunday following August 18, Birkirkara also celebrates the feast of the cross in May.

mynews@timesofmalta.com

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