Planning
Heritage group appeals permit for six-storey Excelsior extension
Din l-Art Ħelwa says the approved 77-room wing would replace more than 1,200 square metres of open space beside Floriana’s historic fortifications.
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Community
Floriana council plans one-day closure over depopulation
The council said residential buildings were steadily becoming offices and tourist accommodation while repeated requests for national action went unanswered.
Local Government
Floriana council plans closure protest over shrinking community
The council will close its office on 25 August to demand action on depopulation, commercial conversions and the loss of permanent homes.
Culture
Around 40,000 attend Isle of MTV at the Granaries
Katy Perry and Afrojack led the 18th edition in Floriana, with organisers emphasising international broadcast exposure and the festival’s tourism impact.
Culture
Floriana readies for Isle of MTV headlined by Katy Perry
The Granaries entered final preparations for the festival featuring Katy Perry, Afrojack and Maltese performers, with organisers stressing its international tourism reach.
Culture
BBC Concert Orchestra draws 12,000 to the Granaries
The seventh Malta edition attracted about 12,000 people to Floriana for an open-air programme celebrating the music of ABBA and the Bee Gees.
Politics
Abela appeals for unity after historic Labour victory
Addressing supporters in Floriana, Robert Abela promised five years of work and invited all citizens, including non-Labour voters, to move Malta forward.