Local News
December 19, 2024
Barbados Trade Unions Call for Nationwide Ban on Toy Guns
Trade Unions and Staff Associations of Barbados advocate for a nationwide ban on toy guns to prevent them from being a gateway to real firearms, emphasizing the risks of promoting gun culture among children.
December 19, 2024
Barbados Charity Founder Urges Year-Round Giving to Aid Growing Number of Families in Need
Neighbour Neighbour charity in Barbados continues to support families in need beyond the holiday season, with increased demand for assistance during COVID-19. Weekly donations provide essential items and aim to promote independence.
December 18, 2024
Barbados Police Warn of Home Security Risks; Share Key Crime Prevention Tips
Barbados Police Service advises caution when interacting with strangers at home. Tips include verifying identification, using trusted services, and avoiding coercion for crime prevention. Be wary of aggressive individuals selling items.
December 18, 2024
Barbados Police Advise Caution for Selling on Social Media: Tips to Stay Safe
Exercise caution when selling on social media in Barbados. Inspector Roger Babb warns of potential criminal exploitation. Tips include research, monitoring messages, setting terms, and ensuring safe transactions.
December 18, 2024
Governor of Osun State Promises Pardon to Nigerian Man on Death Row for Hen and Egg Theft
Nigerian man on death row for hen and egg theft promised pardon by Osun state governor after outcry over harsh sentence. Parents and rights groups fought for his release.
December 18, 2024
Veteran Jamaican Journalist Barbara Gayle Brutally Murdered in St Catherine Gated Community
Barbara Gayle, a veteran journalist in Jamaica, was tragically murdered in her home. The incident has shocked the nation, with her family and community devastated by the senseless act.
December 18, 2024
International Community Choir Brings Christmas Cheer to Pediatric Patients at Queen Elizabeth Hospital
The International Community choir spreads Christmas cheer to paediatric patients at Queen Elizabeth Hospital with uplifting songs, bringing joy to children suffering from various illnesses during the holiday season.
December 18, 2024
Salvation Army Urges Barbadians to Help Reach $850K Christmas Kettle Target
Salvation Army in Barbados aims to reach $850,000 Christmas Kettle target with $500,000 raised. Urges public to contribute to help those in need before deadline.
December 18, 2024
Christmas Caravan Initiative Spreads Festive Joy Across the Island: Over 3,000 Children to Receive Gifts in Department of Community Development's Holiday Motorcade
The Department of Community Development's Christmas motorcade spreads joy by delivering gifts to over 3,000 children across the island, fostering community togetherness. Corporate sponsors and government officials may be involved in the future.
December 18, 2024
23-Year-Old Admits to Theft and Fraud, Citing Drug Problem: Full Story Inside
Nicholas Alexander Jones attributed his criminal behavior to a severe cocaine addiction during his court appearance. The 23-year-old pleaded guilty to burglary and fraud charges in Christ Church.
December 18, 2024
Bougainvillea Barbados and Sugar Bay Barbados Donate BS$10,000 Each to The Salvation Army for Community Support this Festive Season
Bougainvillea Barbados and Sugar Bay Barbados each donated BS$10,000 to The Salvation Army, supporting local community initiatives during the festive season. Major Denzil S. Walcott expressed gratitude for the contributions.
December 18, 2024
Christmas 2024 Brightens for Families of One Family Programme with $75,000 Grocery Hamper Donation from Sandy Lane Charitable Trust
The Sandy Lane Charitable Trust donates $75,000 worth of grocery hampers to 1,000 families in the One Family programme, supported by the Ministry of People Empowerment & Elder Affairs. Collaboration praised for breaking generational poverty cycles.