Local News
March 21, 2024
Barbados Government Allocates Funding Across Ministries to Support Underprivileged Citizens
Government allocates $188 million to Prime Minister's Office for 2024-2025. Minister Sandra Husbands highlights multiple ministry budget allocations beyond Ministry of People Empowerment's $108 million for helping the poor in Barbados.
March 21, 2024
Iconic Barbadian Photographer Willie Alleyne Dies at 91: End of an Era in Barbados Photography
Alleyne, an iconic Barbadian photographer, passed away at 91, marking the end of an era for photographers like Gordon Brooks and Cyprian La Touche Jr. His acclaimed work captured Barbados' history and culture.
March 20, 2024
Urgent Maintenance Work in Broad Street, Bridgetown Set for Nightly Road Wetting - NPC Announcement
"NPC & Ministry of Transport to conduct urgent maintenance on Broad Street, Bridgetown from March 20 to April 30, 6 p.m. - 6 a.m. Traffic reduced to single lane, caution advised. Thank you for cooperation."
March 20, 2024
Spanish Court Grants Conditional Release to Ex-Barcelona Footballer Dani Alves After Serving Quarter of Rape Sentence
Ex-Barcelona footballer Dani Alves granted conditional release from jail by Spanish court after serving a portion of rape sentence. Bail set at €1m. Victim's lawyer criticizes decision, plans to appeal.
March 20, 2024
Keith Ellis, Esteemed Former Leader of Barbados Police Service Band, Honored in Memorial Service
Keith Ellis, a revered figure in the Barbados Police Service and its band for 52 years, was honored with military tributes posthumously in a touching ceremony celebrating his policing and musical legacy.
March 20, 2024
Two Men Remanded to Dodds Prisons After Charges of Raping 15-Year-Old Boy
Two men, Remy Rock and Jerry Husbands, remanded to Dodds Prisons on charges of raping a 15-year-old boy. Court proceedings and bail applications discussed. Case adjourned until April 16.
March 20, 2024
Barbados Faces Food Insecurity Crisis: Urgent Call for Increased Domestic Agricultural Production
Barbados faces severe food insecurity with only 20% food self-sufficiency, raising concerns with rising global food prices and health issues. Ambassador's call for food independence highlights the need for urgent actions.
March 20, 2024
Annual Barbados Surf Pro Festival: Traffic Advisory for Soup Bowl Event on Sunday
Surf Promotion Ltd's annual Barbados Surf Pro Festival at the "Soup Bowl" in Bathsheba, St Joseph, on Sunday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Expect one-way traffic on Hillswick towards Cleavers Hill road with police assistance.
March 19, 2024
Urgent Maintenance Work by NPC and Ministry of Transport on Broad Street, Bridgetown, from March 19 to April 30 - Caution Advised
Urgent maintenance work by NPC and Ministry of Transport on Broad Street, Bridgetown, from Mar 19 to Apr 30, 6:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. Expect nightly road wetting and reduced traffic flow.
March 19, 2024
St. James Post Office Temporarily Closed for Remedial Work, Customers Directed to Alternative Branches
"The St. James Post Office is temporarily closed for remedial work and industrial cleaning. Customers can use alternate post offices for services. Apologies for any inconvenience. (JRB/BGIS)"
March 19, 2024
Barbados Opposition Leader Ralph Thorne Highlights Economic Challenges and Barriers to Investment in Budgetary Response
Opposition Leader Ralph Thorne highlights barriers to Barbados' economic growth, citing challenges like excessive debt, high taxes, and slow digitization in a critical 2024/25 budget address.
March 19, 2024
Two St Michael Men Remanded to Prison for Sexual Offenses Against a Minor
Two St. Michael men facing charges of raping a minor appeared in court and were remanded to prison. They were denied bail and their case is scheduled for April 14.