Announcements

BIANCO. On November 25, at St Vincent de Paul residence, ANTHONY (ex-Shore Foreman), of Paola, aged 86, passed away peacefully, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his wife Lora, his children Maria and her husband Ronald, Antoine and his wife Petta, Raymond and his wife Ruth, Stephanie and her husband Stephen, his grandchildren Melody, Kaya, Kym and Sam, his sister Jessie, in-laws, other relatives and friends. The funeral leaves St Vincent de Paul residence today at 8 a.m. for Christ the King parish church, Paola, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 8.30 a.m., followed by interment at the Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. No flowers by request but donations to Dar tal-Providenza, Siġġiewi, will be greatly appreciated. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

FENECH. On November 25, at Karin Grech Hospital, MARY of Sliema, aged 85. She leaves to mourn her loss her brother Joseph and his wife Carmen, their son Adrian and his wife Miriam, her much treasured great niece Rebecca, other relatives, neighbours and friends. The funeral leaves St Luke's Hospital today at 2 p.m. for Sacro Cuor parish church, Sliema, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 2.30 p.m., followed by interment in the family grave at the Santa Maria Addolorata Cemetery. Lord, grant her eternal rest.

GIORDIMAINA. On November 25, at Mater Dei Hospital, PAUL of Rabat, residing at Qormi, aged 79, passed away peacefully, comforted by the rites of Holy Church. He leaves to mourn his loss his brother Saviour and his wife Lucy, his sister Carmen, widow of George Cutajar, nephews and nieces. The funeral leaves Mater Dei Hospital today at 2.30 p.m. for St Paul parish church, Rabat, where Mass praesente cadavere will be said at 3 p.m., followed by interment at St Margaret Cemetery, Rabat. No flowers by request but donations to Dar tal-Providenza, Siġġiewi, will be appreciated.

In Memoriam

APAP BOLOGNA - The Noble Marchesina WILFREDA APAP BOLOGNA. Today the sixth anniversary of her passing away. Always in our thoughts. May the Lord grant her eternal rest. Louis, Bernadette, Federica and Mark.

BONNICI - EDGAR. In loving memory of our dearest uncle Eddie who departed this life nine years ago. Today's 6.30 p.m. Mass at St Julians parish church will be offered for the repose of his soul. May he rest in peace. Trevor, Veronique and Charmaine.

BROWNRIGG - HENRY. Remembering a dearest husband, father and grandfather, today the 33rd anniversary of his passing. Treasured memories live on in our hearts and minds. Forever loved and always in our thoughts and prayers. His wife Olga, daughters Helen, Monica and Madlyn and grandchildren.

CARUANA - PAULINE. In loving memory of my dear and devoted mother on the 22nd anniversary of her death. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Her daughter Mary Fatima and son-in-law John. Lord, grant her eternal rest.

COPPINI - JOSEPH. Treasured memories of our dear father who passed away 43 years ago today. Always in our thoughts and prayers. Paul, Lawrence, Mary, Tony, George, Anna and their families. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

LENICKER. In loving memory of EBERHARD who passed away 12 years ago. Carmen and children.

MANDUCA. In loving memory of Major PETER MANDUCA on the anniversary of his death. His wife, brother and sister, children and grandchildren.

SPITERI - Mgr. LORENZO SPITERI. Today the seventh anniversary of his meeting with the Lord. Never forgotten by his nephew Laurie. Lord, grant him eternal rest.

TAYAR - GEORGE DOUGLAS. You told me a lot of your goodness and positiveness, they will be near me always. And since there was not much negative about you, except 80 cigarettes-a-day and sweets unlimited (me included), thank you for your constant aura of happiness, daredevilry and laughter at ourselves. Your wife Shelley.

Christmas bazaar

A bazaar is being held next door to Stella Maris parish centre at 49, Cathedral Street, Sliema, between December 2 and 5. Open all day from 9.30 a.m.

Powercuts

There will be powercuts in the following localities today:

From 8 a.m. to noon in Valley Road, Birkirkara.

From 8.30 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Luqa Briffa street and part of Nutar Manuel Debono street and the surrounding area in Naxxar.

From 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Etna and Franġisk Zahra streets and the surrounding area, in Għasel, Għerien, Għoljiet, Kannestru, Kbira, Mibgħa, Naħal, Plejju, Sagħtar, Salini l-Qodma, Snajjin, Xehda and Meżeż streets, Taraġ Snajjin, Wesgħa in-Narċis and Spratt Thomas Square up to Ħasira Street, in Mellieħa Heights.

From 8 a.m. to 4 p.m in Ġorġ Borġ Olivier, Dun Franġisk Sciberras and Tonn streets in Mellieħa.

Heart scan

Vodafone Malta has teamed up with Saint James Hospital to offer half-price heart scans to clients as part of its festive campaign.

The campaign, which runs until January 15, allows Vodafone customers to have a heart scan for €99 instead of €180.

It is aimed at individuals over 40 who are stressed, smoke, have high cholesterol, are overweight or have a history of heart disease in their families.

Customers can pick up a leaflet about the campaign from any Vodafone outlet or Saint James Hospital and call 2329 1000 to book the heart scan.

On the day, they will be asked to show their mobile phone display and provide their phone number, along with the leaflet.

www.vodafone.com.mt

US Embassy

The US Embassy will be closed today for Thanksgiving. It will resume normal business hours tomorrow.

Local council meeting today

Lija 5 p.m.