This weeks 25th January 2011 edition of The Maltese Herald Gozo section is now available for download by clicking here

Previous editions are also available by clicking on this link.

The stories covered in this weeks issue are:

1. The Ministry for Gozo has announced that it has issued a funding scheme for projects related to the eco-Gozo programme, conducted by Non Governmental Organisations (NGOs) and voluntary groups in Gozo. Through this scheme, each NGO and voluntary organisation can benefit from a contribution of 95% of the total cost of up to € 50,000, for projects which enhance the sustainability of their locality. The projects that will benefit from this scheme will be announced in February, and will be implemented by November 2011.

2. Pierre Cassar Chief Executive of the Malta Broadcasting Authority was the guest of Maria Xerri’s programme Bhal f’Mera aired live on Radju Lauretana Ghajnsielem. Mr Cassar was welcomed by Lelio Spiteri Station Manager.

3. The Gozo Padre Pio Prayer Groups held a Retreat at Our Lady of Graces Sanctuary in Victoria. The National Director Fr Alfred Scerri OFM.Cap. celebrated Mass assisted by Fr Carmel Dimech, Fr Guardian of the Friary. After a short coffee break, Fr Daniel Xerri, Rector of the Gozo Seminary delivered a talk on St Pio of Pietrelcina . Dinner was held at the Friary’s refectory.

4. Sales of the book Strada Stretta: It-triq li darba xeghlet il-Belt were brisk at Circle A, at the Arcadia Shopping Centre in Victoria, during a signing session by the author George Cini.

5. Alfred Grech was presented with Gieh il-Munxar award. Alfred has distinguished himselve in promoting the village.

Photograph by Charles Spiteri shows the members that attended a retreat at Our Lady of Graces Sanctuary, gathered around Fr Alfred Scerri.

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