Social and Personal

ATTARD. On March 14, at St Clare's Monastery, St Julians, Sister MARY JANE ATTARD of Xewkija, Gozo, aged 61, went to meet the Risen Lord, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. She leaves to mourn her loss the Poor Clare Sisters, her sister Liza, her brother John, nephews and nieces, relatives, benefactors and friends.
The funeral Mass will be held at St Clare's Monastery chapel today at 9 a.m.

Requiem Masses

Tomorrow being the trigesima die of the death of MONICA BORG COSTANZI, a Mass for the repose of her soul will be said at 8 a.m. at Stella Maris parish church, Sliema.

In Memoriam

ATTARD. In loving memory of GERALD on the fifth anniversary of his death. Fondly remembered by his wife Stella, his children Antonella and John, in-laws and grandchildren. Always remembered in our thoughts and prayers.

BUHAGIAR - MARTHESE, née SAID. Treasured memories of a beloved daughter, today her third anniversary.  Always in our hearts. John and all the family.

BUHAGIAR. In loving memory of my dear sister, MARTHESE, née Said, today the third anniversary of her meeting with the Lord. Doris, Joe and family.

BUHAGIAR - MARTHESE, née Said. On her third anniversary.
Words cannot stop the heartache
Or stop a silent tear
Nor take away the memory
Of a sister and auntie.
Deeply missed by Jennifer, Paul Jr. and Kristianne, Keith, Kevin and Jackie, Kristina and Anthony.

BUHAGIAR - MARTHESE. Remembered with much love. Anna, Ray and Chantal.

CASSAR TORREGIANI - ANTHONY A. In memory of my very much loved husband Tottie on the 19th anniversary of his death. Never forgotten. Alberta. Today's 6.30 p.m. Mass at the Carmelite parish church, Balluta, St Julians, will be offered for the repose of his soul. May he rest in peace.

CILIA. In memory of ANTHONY and SALVINA who died on March 28, 1986, and March 16, 1993 respectively. Fondly remembered by their sons Joe, Louis, Ronald, Vince and their families. Lord, grant them eternal peace.

CINI - ROSARIO. Wonderful memories of a very dear husband, father and nannu on the second anniversary of his demise. His wife Mary, children Chris, Joanne and Ernest, their spouses and grandchildren.

CRITIEN - DORA. On the second anniversary of her death. The 6.30 p.m. Mass at St Patrick's church, Sliema, will be offered for the repose of her soul. Sadly missed by all her dear ones. May she rest in peace.

CRITIEN - JOSEPHINE (Pina). In loving memory, on the fourth anniversary of her death. Her family. The 6.30 p.m. Mass at St Julians parish church will be offered for the repose of her soul.

CUSCHIERI - GIUSEPPE. In ever loving memory of our dear father who was called away to join Our Lord, Jesus Christ, 13 years ago today. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Nancy and Louis, Edwina and Alfred.

DELIA - ALFRED. Lovingly remembered today the sixth anniversary of his death. Always in our thoughts and prayers. His daughters Marina and Therese and their families.

GATT. In loving memory of DORIS, today the 15th anniversary of her demise. Fondly remembered by Betta and Bertu, Dwardu and Maryse, Marielou and Eddie and all the grandchildren.

GRECH - MICHAEL. Loving and unfading memories of a dear and beloved son, today the 10th anniversary of his death. Lord, grant him eternal rest. His family.

GRECH CUMBO. In memory of our beloved GEORGE on the 21st anniversary of his death. His wife Jeanne, his son Ray, his daughters Rita, Claire and Monica and his sister Lina. May God grant him eternal rest.

HILI - LIBERATA. On the third anniversary of her demise. Fondly remembered by her three daughters and their respective husbands, her two sons and their wives, her two sisters and their families, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

MOFFETT. In everlasting memory of CLIFFORD, a beloved father and grandfather, today the third anniversary of his death. Ever in our thoughts and prayers. Maurice, Mercedes, Lynne and James.

PULLICINO - TONY and EDITH. In loving memory of our dear parents. Never forgotten and especially remembered this month on the anniversary of their death. Their children Philippa, John, Paul, Robert, Marianna and their respective families. Kindly remember them in your prayers.

SPITERI - EDWARD (ex-Superintendent, Admiralty Constabulary). Today his 26th anniversary. Always in our hearts and prayers. Maggie, Marlene, Joseph, his in-laws, grandchildren and other relatives. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

Bypass Closed To Traffic

The St Paul's Bay bypass will be closed to traffic from Monday until further notice because of roadworks, the Public Transport Authority said yesterday. Traffic from the south and the central areas of the island is to proceed through Triq Tal-Hemsija, l/o Rabat, Tal-Qlejja roundabout junction, l/o Mosta, Triq l-Imgarr, Triq iz-Zebbiegh, Triq Ghajn Tuffieha, and Olympic Grove roundabout, Xemxija.

Alternatively, motorists can proceed through Targa Gap roundabout, Mosta, Burmarrad Road and St Paul's Bay centre. Access to St Paul's Bay through Burmarrad will be open to traffic as from tomorrow.

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Lottery Winners

The winners of the Board A Bus And Win February lottery, organised by the Malta Transport Authority, are Charles Sciberras (1st prize - Lm300); Josephine Francalanza (2nd prize - Lm150) and Victor Schembri (3rd prize - Lm50).

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Fund-Raising Dinner

A fund-raising dinner to support the feast of Our Lady of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, in Sliema, will be held at the premises of the Sliema Philharmonic Society, 34, St Trophimus Street, today at 8.30 p.m. The dinner is organised by the Fireworks Commission.

New Address

Air Malta's outstation office in Brussels has a new address: Place de Brouckère Plein 22/4, 1000 Brussels. The reservations toll free number is 00 800 66 222 111; fax: +32 2 513 60 67. E-mail (administration) is administration@airmalta.be and (reservations) reservation@airmalta.be.

St Patrick's Day

A special Mass will be celebrated at St Patrick's church, in Sliema, on St Patrick's Day tomorrow at 10.30 a.m. for the Irish community and friends. Everyone is invited for the Mass after which refreshments will be served.

Visa Applications

The British High Commission said it will be unable to accept visa applications today, due to an IT systems upgrade.

The systems upgrade would not affect the other consular and visa services provided at the High Commission.

Visa applications will be accepted as usual on Tuesday, the High Commission said.

Meditation

Fr Laurence Freeman OSB will lead Christian meditation at Our Lady of Mt Carmel Hall, Birkirkara, on March 31 at 10 a.m.

Car Wash

Antonio Bosio Boys Secondary School, Gzira will be holding a fund-raising car wash, Aghti Tama - Aghti Sehemek, to help a student who recently received treatment abroad after being diagnosed with a serious illness. The event will be held at the school grounds tomorrow starting at 10 a.m.

Spanish Ship

The Spanish Embassy said the public can visit the ship Principe de Asturias at Pinto Wharf, Valletta, today from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. and tomorrow from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.

What's On Today

Concert
7.30 p.m., at the Manoel Theatre, the BOV Opera Festival presents Verdi's Falstaff by the Teatro Borgatti di Cento. Michael Laus will be directing the National Orchestra.

Event
Seher Il-Punent - A festival of culture, music, art and heritage at Gharb, organised by the Gharb local council.

Theatre
8 p.m., at the Malta Fairs and Convention Centre, Ta' Qali, The Rocky Horror Show by Richard O'Brien.
8 p.m., at St James Cavalier in Valletta, Mario Micallef and Zepp Camilleri present L-Imfietah in Maltese.

Exhibitions
At Biagio Steps, Valletta, a display by Portuguese artist in residence Sancho Silva and workshop participants in the Isole ed Identità in Movimento project.
At Café Café, Main Gate Street, Victoria, art exhibition by Julie Calabrese.
At the Contemporary Hall, National Museum of Fine Arts, South Street, Valletta, a display entitled Colonial Malta: Building A Romantic Landscape, curated by Samantha Fabri of Heritage Enterprise.
At Gallery G, Sir Ugo Mifsud Street, Lija, paintings by nine artists who have never exhibited before.
At the Inquisitor's Palace, Vittoriosa, a photographic display entitled Good Friday Dresses Statuary From Malta And Spain.
At Heritage Malta's head office, Merchants Street, Valletta, paintings by Carmel Bonello.
At the Inquisitor's Palace, in Vittoriosa, sculptures by Chris Ebejer.
At the Main Hall, St James Cavalier, in Valletta, paintings by Trevor Borg.
At the Ministry for Tourism and Culture, Merchants Street, Valletta, works by George Apap.
At the Lobby, National Museum of Archaeology, Republic Street, Valletta, an exhibition of artist impressions highlighting the new halls on the upper floor and a display of some artefacts recently conserved for the same project.