Local News
June 20, 2024
Emergency Corrective Work at Wesley Hall School Begins Amid Teacher and Union Concerns
Emergency corrective work at Wesley Hall School begins Friday amid dissatisfaction from unionised teachers and the Barbados Union of Teachers. Issues include shoddy repairs, rat infestation, and security concerns.
June 20, 2024
21-Year-Old Found Dead in Shooting Incident in Belleplaine, Police Seek Witnesses
Twenty-year-old Seth Stephen Batson was found dead in a shooting incident in Belleplaine, St. Andrew. The Barbados Police Service seeks information to solve the 17th murder of the year.
June 20, 2024
Public Transport Sector Faces Tension as Private Owners Threaten Protest Action Over Route Sharing Dispute
Private transport owners threaten protest against State-run bus company over alleged unfair route allocation in the Transport Augmentation Programme. AOPT claims favoritism, while Transport Board plans review meetings to address concerns.
June 20, 2024
Fatal Shooting of 19-Year-Old Man in Belleplaine, St Andrew Under Police Investigation
A 19-year-old man was fatally shot in Belleplaine, St Andrew. Police received a report of the incident around 11:45 p.m. Investigations are ongoing.
June 20, 2024
Department of Archives Closed Due to Fire Damage, Salvage Efforts Underway
The Department of Archives remains closed to the public due to a recent fire incident. Staff and fire service are addressing hot spots, awaiting clearance to salvage records after lightning strike.
June 19, 2024
Missing 7-Year-Old Tajari Rashawn Fenty Found Safe, Barbados Police Seek Public Assistance
Missing 7-year-old Tajari Rashawn Fenty of Retreat Road, St Peter, has been found safe. The Barbados Police Service appreciates public assistance and urges continued cooperation for future incidents.
June 19, 2024
Call for Transparency: Attorneys Seek Forensic Pathologist in Kemo Grant's Death Investigation
Attorneys advocate for transparency in Kemo Grant's death investigation. Family requests forensic pathologist for autopsy, citing need for accurate cause of death determination amid public speculation.
June 19, 2024
Barbados Archives Department Suffers Devastating Fire, Minister Vows Recovery Efforts
A devastating fire at Barbados' archives destroyed historical records, including vestry and city council documents, colonial general records, and mental asylum records. Efforts to salvage remaining materials are underway.
June 19, 2024
Ministry of Health Discontinues COVID-19 Dashboard Due to Low Transmission and Declining Deaths
Ministry of Health and Wellness discontinues COVID-19 dashboard due to low transmission and declining deaths. Emphasis on respiratory hygiene for disease prevention. Surveillance to continue in Barbados.
June 19, 2024
Barbados Archives Fire Tragedy Reveals Failure to Protect Cultural Heritage
The Barbados Archives suffered a devastating fire, highlighting a failure to protect the nation's cultural heritage. Leaders' promises to safeguard historical records ring hollow in the face of this tragedy.
June 18, 2024
Barbados Ends COVID-19 Dashboard Reporting Due to Low Transmission Rates and Declining Deaths
Ministry of Health and Wellness discontinues COVID-19 dashboard due to low transmission rates and declining deaths. Emphasis remains on respiratory hygiene practices for disease prevention. Surveillance of respiratory illnesses continues.
June 18, 2024
Road Resurfacing Alert for King William, Beckwith, and Queen Streets in Barbados: Action Required for Vehicle Owners by June 26, 2024
The Ministry of Transport and Works will resurface King William Street, Beckwith Street, and Queen Street in the City. Vehicle owners must remove vehicles by June 26 for utility work and paving.