Local News
May 3, 2024
Cap-Haitien Floods: 12 Dead, Rescue Efforts Underway - Municipal Commission Provides Updates
Severe flooding and landslides in Cap-Haitien have claimed at least 12 lives, with ongoing search and rescue efforts. Authorities urge residents to heed safety instructions to prevent further casualties.
May 3, 2024
Antiguan Quartet Burning Flames Returns to Barbados: A Recap
Keyboard/vocalist Clarence Edwards and the Antiguan quartet Burning Flames arrived in Barbados, expressing excitement to perform after a long absence. Members include bassist David Edwards, guitarist/vocalist Toriano Edwards, and drummer Rone Watkins.
May 3, 2024
Men Sentenced to Nine Months for Material Theft Found on Roadside
Two men sentenced to nine months in Dodds prison for stealing building materials valued at $855. Police caught them taking items from a worksite in Bank Hall, St Michael.
May 3, 2024
46-Year-Old Man Sentenced to 18 Months for Burglarizing Lottery Outlets and Doughnut Shop
A 46-year-old man from St. George sentenced to 18 months for burglarizing lottery outlets and a doughnut shop, stealing cash and goods totaling over $4,000. Multiple prior convictions cited.
May 3, 2024
Uninsured Vehicles Plague Roads in Barbados, Revealing High Risk for Accidents and Injuries
Major insurance companies reveal a high number of uninsured vehicles causing injury and death, estimated between one in three and one in four vehicles on the road. Data suggests around 50,000 vehicles in Barbados are uninsured.
May 2, 2024
Granville Williams Bus Terminal at Fairchild Street Undergoing Urgent Repairs - Updates from Transport Board CEO
The Transport Board is conducting urgent repairs at the Granville Williams Bus Terminal in Fairchild Street, The City. Hoarding is up, but public access remains. Repairs expected to take three weeks.
May 2, 2024
Barbados Reggae Weekend's Reggae in the Gardens Event Recap: Highlights, Performances, and Impact
The Barbados Reggae Weekend at the National Botanical Gardens featured top entertainment, including standout performances by Masicka, Jashii, and Ghost. Delays in transitions led to shortened sets and an abrupt end.
May 2, 2024
Barbados Meteorological Services Monitors Dust Haze Across Atlantic Ocean, Hazy Skies Expected from May 5th to May 8th, 2024
Barbados Meteorological Services (BMS) monitors dust haze moving across the Atlantic, causing hazy skies and reduced visibility from May 5th to May 8th, 2024. Stay updated with official sources for advisories.
May 2, 2024
ICC Men’s T20 Cricket World Cup Tickets on Sale in Barbados: Highlights and Challenges
Tickets for ICC Men’s T-20 Cricket World Cup now on sale at Kensington Oval. Barbadians flock to purchase, with popular matches including final and Australia vs. England. Event 30 days away.
May 2, 2024
West Indies Batter Devon Thomas Receives Five-Year Ban for Match-Fixing In Franchise Leagues, ICC Reports
West Indies batter Devon Thomas receives a five-year ban, with 18 months suspended, for admitting to match-fixing charges in Sri Lanka, UAE, and the West Indies leagues. ICC's strong stance on corruption emphasized.
May 2, 2024
Dan Schneider Files Defamation Lawsuit Against Producers of TV Documentary Series
Former Nickelodeon producer Dan Schneider files defamation lawsuit against TV documentary producers, denying allegations of abuse and inappropriate behavior on set. Lawsuit names Maxine Productions, Sony Pictures Television, and Warner Brothers Discovery as defendants.
May 2, 2024
Key Bridge Collapse: Recovery Efforts for Construction Worker Continue, Criminal Investigation Underway
The recovery of a fifth construction worker's body after a ship collision on Baltimore's Key Bridge, with ongoing salvage efforts and investigations by the FBI and NTSB. Tragic incident impacts Port of Baltimore.