May 22, 2024
64-year-old George Broomes of Bromefield, St Lucy, passed away following a collision with a motor vehicle on Bromefield Main Road. Police are investigating the incident, marking the tenth road fatality in 2024.
May 22, 2024
Barbados reports 10th road fatality of the year after a motor vehicle-pedestrian accident in St. Lucy. Victim identified as 64-year-old George Broomes. Ongoing investigations by Barbados Police Service.
May 22, 2024
A man seeks medical help following a chopping incident at Literary Row, Bridgetown. Eyewitness reports altercation involving rock-throwing and cutlass strikes. Ambulance and police respond. Updates pending.
May 22, 2024
Closure of St. Matthias Magistrates’ Court Complex in Christ Church extended. Proceedings for District ‘C’ Magistrate’s Court moved to Oistins Court; District ‘A’ Civil Court matters relocated to Supreme Court Complex.
May 22, 2024
Twenty-six contestants advance to the Junior Monarch Competition semi-finals in calypso and soca categories. Events will be held in June and July at the Queen’s Park Steel Shed and National Botanical Gardens. Contact Music Officer Kevin Moore for details.
May 22, 2024
Police investigate unnatural death at Thorne’s Gap, St Michael. Deceased man found by family member. Identity undisclosed. Neighbors remember him as a quiet, hardworking individual. Lifeline Barbados offers support for mental health.
May 22, 2024
Fringe party candidate's lawsuit over disenfranchised quarantined voters to be heard in High Court on September 24. Claimant seeks damages and relief for delayed appeal against election ruling.
May 22, 2024
The Child Justice Bill, 2023 proposes holding parents accountable for damages caused by their underage children. Minister Abrahams addresses concerns on child protection and justice legislation in the House of Assembly.
May 22, 2024
Accused man pleads guilty to raping underage girl after trial begins. Sergeo Olivia Payne admits to sexual intercourse with girl under 16. Verdict directed by Justice Blair. Case adjourned.
May 22, 2024
Barbados National Senior Games at Usain Bolt Sports Complex showcase impressive athletic performances, including record-breaking high jumps and long throws across various age categories. Athletes from the region participate in diverse events.
May 22, 2024
Government backbencher and medical practitioner Dr Sonia Browne urges improvement in the local justice system's handling of child sexual abuse cases, emphasizing delays and advocating for more female officers and doctors.
May 22, 2024
St George North MP Toni Moore criticizes opposition over government's "Peace Programme" during Child Justice Bill debate, highlighting need for intervention in juvenile crimes and cautioning against disorder.