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December 28, 2023
Barbadians Advised to Prepare for Arrival of COVID-19 Variant JN.1, Senior Medical Officer Offers Perspective
Barbadians are advised to prepare for the arrival of the highly transmissible JN.1 COVID-19 variant, but not to be overly concerned as it is not as virulent and may not pose the same risk to the vaccinated population. Elderly and immunocompromised individuals remain at high risk.
December 28, 2023
Chief Magistrate Proposes Charging Complainants $10,000 for Dropping Police Cases, News
Chief Magistrate Ian Weekes expresses his desire to implement legislation to charge complainants who drop cases after involving the police, potentially imposing a fine of up to $10,000.
December 27, 2023
Barbados Association of Retired Persons Mourns the Passing of Mark Williams and Gwyneth Squires
BARP expresses sadness on the passing of Mark Williams and Gwyneth Squires, local icons who made immeasurable contributions to Barbados. BARP calls for a national program to preserve their knowledge and honor their place in history. Condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues.
December 27, 2023
Gwyneth Squires: The Iconic Bandleader and Designer of Crop-Over Festival (Pictures by Xtra Vision Photography)
Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley pays tribute to Gwyneth Squires, describing her as an icon and the most decorated bandleader and designer in Crop-Over history. A real blow to the cultural community.
December 27, 2023
BWA Advises Residents in St. George, St. John, and St. Philip Districts of Water Facility Outages due to Inclement Weather
The Barbados Water Authority (BWA) announces temporary facility closures and potential water outages in certain districts due to inclement weather. The BWA will provide assistance via water tanker.
December 27, 2023
Barbados Water Authority Takes Facilities Offline Due to Inclement Weather, Customers in Affected Areas May Experience Low Pressure or Outages
The Barbados Water Authority (BWA) has temporarily shut down two facilities due to inclement weather, causing low pressure or outages in parts of St George, St John, and St Philip. BWA will provide assistance through water tankers and apologizes for any inconvenience.
December 27, 2023
Remembering Mark Williams: A Multi-Faceted Force in Barbados' History
Mark Williams was a multifaceted individual who made significant contributions to Barbados. From sales and show promotion to politics and cultural showcasing, his impact was far-reaching. He played a key role in the advertising department of the Nation Publishing Company, ensuring its independence.
December 27, 2023
Flash Flood Watch Issued for Central and Northern Barbados
Flash flood watch in effect for central and northern districts of Barbados due to heavy rainfall. Localized showers expected with accumulations of 10-25mm. Valid until 6 p.m.
December 27, 2023
Gwyneth Squires, Veteran Band Leader and Designer, Passes Away
Gwyneth Squires, a veteran band leader and top designer of the Crop Over Festival, has passed away. Condolences from the Barbados Association of Masqueraders and friends have poured in for the esteemed artist.
December 27, 2023
Former Member of Parliament and Community Activist Mark Williams Dies at 83 | News and Updates from Barbados
Former Member of Parliament, promoter, producer, and community activist Mark Williams has passed away at 83. He was known for his involvement in politics and founding the People's Pressure Group.
December 27, 2023
Remembering Mark Williams: Barbados Broadcaster, Promoter, and Parliamentarian, Dies at 83
Mark Williams, a multifaceted individual known for his contributions to broadcasting, promotion, politics, and cultural preservation, sadly passed away at 83. His legacy included being a trailblazer in bringing Coney Island and wrestling to Barbados. He also hosted the well-liked Looking Back program on CBC radio and worked on poverty alleviation and advertising at the Nation Publishing Co. Furthermore, he served as a Member of Parliament for St Michael North West from 1999 to 2003 under the Barbados Labour Party.
December 26, 2023
Elderly St Stephen’s Resident Sustains Injuries in Devastating House Fire in Black Rock, St Michael
"An elderly man sustains burns and minor injuries as his home in St Stephen’s, Black Rock, St Michael, is engulfed in flames. The Barbados Fire Service responds with nine officers."