Local News
January 25, 2024
Parents Mourn Son's Tragic Death, Express Shock and Grief
The parents of Jamel “Maca” Harewood express shock and disbelief over their son's death after allegedly stealing yams. They describe him as a family man with big dreams.
January 25, 2024
Government Implements Accelerated Mill and Pave Programme in St. Thomas Parish
St. Thomas Parish benefits from the government's Accelerated Mill and Pave Program, as stated by Deputy Prime Minister Santia Bradshaw. The program focuses on improving roads in poor condition without major utility work.
January 25, 2024
New Tools Unveiled at Workshop to Forecast Rainfall and Manage Water Resources amid Climate Change
New tools for forecasting excessive rainfall and rainfall deficits were presented at a workshop hosted by the Caribbean Institute for Meteorology and Hydrology. The goal was to improve water resources management in the face of unpredictable weather patterns and climate change impacts.
January 24, 2024
Andrea Franklin Appointed as New CEO of Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc.
Andrea Franklin has been named the new CEO of Barbados Tourism Marketing Inc. Her appointment was confirmed by Minister of Tourism Ian Gooding-Edghill.
January 24, 2024
Owners of Apsara Restaurants Denied $6 Million Insurance Claim Following Fire at Morecambe House in 2007, Court Rules
Owners of Apsara Restaurants have lost a $6 million insurance policy claim after the Caribbean Court of Justice dismissed their action due to undisclosed failed insurance attempts in another case.
January 24, 2024
27-Year-Old Landscaper Remanded to Dodds Prison on Gun and Ammunition Charges in Barbados
A 27-year-old landscaper from St. Philip has been remanded to Dodds Prison on gun and ammunition charges after appearing before a magistrate. He is represented by Senior Counsel Michael Lashley.
January 24, 2024
Justice Greaves Warns Employers of Fines for Dismissing Employees on Jury Duty
Justice Carlisle Greaves warns employers of substantial fines and potential imprisonment for terminating employees on jury duty, citing Section 25A of the Juries Act. Compliance is urged.
January 24, 2024
CIBC FirstCaribbean Raises Thousands for Breast Screening Program in Barbados
CIBC FirstCaribbean raises thousands of dollars for the Breast Screening Programme in Barbados, aiming to acquire new storage and software for their mammogram imaging tomography machine.
January 24, 2024
Man Pleads Guilty and Remanded to Prison After Quarrel with Nurse at St Philip Polyclinic
"A man has been remanded to Dodds Prison after pulling a knife during an argument with a nurse about his daughter being vaccinated at St Philip Polyclinic. He pleaded guilty to charges stemming from the incident."
January 24, 2024
Knife-Wielding Father Assaults Public Servant: Chief Magistrate Remands Suspect to Dodds Prison
Chief Magistrate Ian Weekes remanded a knife-wielding father to prison after stating that individuals cannot assault public servants and expect to go unpunished.
January 24, 2024
Fury in Barbados Farming Community as Farmer Uses Lethal Force to Protect Livelihood
This SEO description captures the main points of the article, presenting them in a concise and neutral manner: "Farmers in Barbados express anger over a farmer resorting to lethal force to protect his crops from theft. Two men were shot dead while harvesting yams."
January 23, 2024
Barbados Prime Minister Rescinds Appointment of Deputy House Speaker Amid Legal Issues
Prime Minister Mia Mottley explains the decision to remove Deputy House Speaker Neil Rowe, allowing him to focus on his ongoing legal issue, while emphasizing that he will remain an MP representing St Michael North West constituency. Parliament has approved Cynthia Forde as his replacement.