In the heart of Malta, nestled in the historic town of Pietà, a Grade 1 protected church stands as a testament to the island’s rich cultural heritage. Recently, the local community has been abuzz with news of a proposed five-floor block development across the road from this architectural gem. This development has sparked a lively…
In a landmark decision that has resonated deeply within Malta’s architectural and cultural circles, the Maltese courts have recently ordered a significant height reduction of a proposed development project in Pietà, specifically to safeguard the historical and cultural integrity of Villa Frere. This decision underscores the ongoing debate between modern development and the preservation of…
Pietà’s Hidden Gem Re-Opens: Marina Garden Reborn After €1.2 Million Make-Over By Hot Malta Staff Pietà’s waterfront has a new heartbeat. On Saturday morning, the iron gates of Marina Garden—shut since 2019—swung open to reveal a sun-splashed promenade, native salt-resistant planting and a children’s splash-pad that had toddlers shrieking before the ribbon was even cut….
**Pedestrian Injured in Pietà Traffic Accident: A Wake-Up Call for Malta’s Road Safety Culture** A pedestrian was injured in a traffic accident in Pietà on Tuesday morning, prompting renewed concerns over road safety in one of Malta’s busiest commuter hubs. The incident occurred at around 8:15am near the Msida Yacht Marina junction, a notorious bottleneck…
Opposition cries ‘chaos’ as Pietà Labour councillor tears up party card ———————————————————————- It took one terse Facebook post to rattle the red fortress of Malta’s governing party. On Tuesday evening, Labour councillor Etienne Borg announced his resignation from Partit Laburista with the line: “I can no longer defend what I no longer recognise.” Within minutes,…
