Local News
May 9, 2024
Barbados Water Authority Conducting Emergency Repairs in St. James - Water Outages Expected in Storehouse Gap and Surrounding Areas
Barbados Water Authority conducting emergency repairs near Storehouse Gap, St. James. Residents in affected areas may experience water outage or low pressure. Water tankers deployed for assistance. Apologies for inconvenience.
May 9, 2024
Emergency Water Main Repairs in St. James: Update from Barbados Water Authority - May 9th
Barbados Water Authority conducting emergency repairs near Storehouse Gap, St. James. Residents in affected areas may experience water outage or low pressure. Water tankers deployed for assistance. Apologies for inconvenience.
May 9, 2024
25-Year-Old Sales Representative Faces Multiple Charges After Netball Stadium Disturbance
Sales representative Kia Nikisha Branch, 25, faces charges for assaulting a police officer, resisting arrest, causing a disturbance at Netball Stadium, and damaging state property. Bail set at $5,000. Court date set for November 19.
May 9, 2024
Increasing Dairy Production in Barbados: Costa Rican Vet Urges Investment in Farm Equipment for Dry Season Challenges
Costa Rican vet Dr Esteban Mata Paniagua advocates for farm equipment investment to boost dairy production in Barbados, particularly during the dry season. Recommendations include enhancing cattle feeding methods and utilizing silage.
May 9, 2024
Former Spanish Football Federation President Luis Rubiales to Stand Trial over Alleged Incident Following Women’s World Cup Victory
Former Spanish football federation president Luis Rubiales to stand trial for allegedly kissing player without consent after women's World Cup win. Charges include sexual assault and coercion. Other officials also implicated.
May 9, 2024
Deputy Director of Public Prosecutions Asserts Gregory Adams’s Death Was ‘Orchestrated’, Not Self-Defense in Domestic Violence Case
Deputy DPP asserts Gregory Adams' killing was orchestrated, not self-defense against domestic violence. Lack of evidence and discrepancies in injuries and blood patterns raise doubts in trial.
May 9, 2024
Joseph Kenneth Jordan Convicted of Possessing Ammunition Without Permit at Sunset Crest Residence
Joseph Kenneth Jordan found guilty of possessing 50 rounds of .32 Smith & Wesson bullets without a valid permit. Verdict pending after jury's 7-2 majority decision in Supreme Court No. 4A.
May 9, 2024
Man Apprehended for Attempting to Enter Drake's Toronto Home Day After Security Guard Shooting
Man apprehended for attempting to enter Drake's Toronto home a day after security guard shooting. No link to previous incident. Person taken under Ontario's Mental Health Act for medical assistance.
May 9, 2024
Completion Nearing for Key Access Road in White Hill, St Andrew After Decade-Long Community Campaign
New road construction in White Hill, St Andrew nears completion after landslide disruption. Residents express gratitude for the $8 million project led by Chinese firm COMPLANT, despite weather delays.
May 8, 2024
Senator Ryan Walters Honours Community Leaders at Annual Picnic in St Michael North West
Senator Ryan Walters honored three community leaders during his annual picnic at Farley Hill National Park. The event attracted hundreds from St Michael North West, recognizing outstanding contributions to disaster management, youth engagement, and community inspiration.
May 8, 2024
Emergency Water Main Repairs in Applewhaites, St. George Could Affect Several Areas - Barbados Water Authority Update
Barbados Water Authority conducting emergency repairs on a main in Applewhaites, St. George. Residents in surrounding areas may experience water outages or low pressure. Water tankers deployed for assistance.
May 8, 2024
Gastrointestinal Illnesses on the Rise in Barbados: Health Ministry Urges Public Health Practices
Health officials in Barbados have observed a rise in gastrointestinal illnesses, particularly among individuals over five years old. Cases of foodborne pathogens have been identified, emphasizing the importance of hand hygiene and safe food handling practices.