Local News
February 7, 2024
Barbados Water Authority (BWA) Announces Leak Detection Work and Safety Measures in Christ Church
The Barbados Water Authority (BWA) will conduct leak detection work from Top Rock Roundabout to Maxwell Coast Road, Christ Church on February 8th. Motorists should reduce speed and proceed with caution.
February 7, 2024
Staff Absence at St Giles Primary School Causes Concern for Parents
Discover the latest update on St Giles Primary School, where numerous staff members were absent due to illness. Ministry of Education confirms student supervision remains a top priority.
February 7, 2024
Barbados Attorney General Hails Cybercrime Bill 2023 as Crucial Step in Tackling Cybercrime
Attorney General Dale Marshall praises the Cybercrime Bill 2024 as a necessary step in addressing cybercrime in Barbados, which includes provisions for combatting cyberbullying and child grooming. Penalties range from fines to imprisonment. Marshall emphasizes the importance of protecting individuals from digital harm.
February 7, 2024
Murder Accused Claims Police Beat Him Until Confessing to Teenager's Killing, Says Defense
Lerent Ramon Forde, accused of murdering Ajay Smith, testified in court that he was beaten by police until he confessed to the crime, despite claiming innocence.
February 7, 2024
Murder Accused Lorent Forde Recalls Terrifying Shooting Incident in Silver Sands, Christ Church
Lorent Forde, murder accused, recounts running from shooter in Silver Sands incident seven years ago, denies involvement in murder. Testimony given in No. 2 Supreme Court.
February 7, 2024
Investigation Underway into Death of 48-Year-Old Man in St Peter, Barbados
An investigation is underway regarding the unnatural death of a 48-year-old man in Gays, Boscobelle, St Peter. The Barbados Police Service seeks information from the public.
February 7, 2024
Authorities Investigate Another Weapon Incident at Barbados Polyclinic, Calls for Tighter Security Measures
Authorities are investigating another incident in which a man allegedly carried a knife at a polyclinic in Barbados. Calls for increased security measures have been made, and the Ministry of Health and Wellness confirms the incident.
February 6, 2024
Delays in Home Ownership Providing Energy (HOPE) Programme Due to Incomplete Transfer of Title Deeds, Reveals HOPE Inc. Chairman
"Construction on low-income houses in Pool, St John has been halted due to the delay in transferring title deeds from CLICO Farms to the Government of Barbados."
February 6, 2024
Magistrates Courts and High Court in Barbados to Close Early for Funeral Service of Justice of Appeal Jefferson Cumberbatch
Magistrates Courts, High Court, and others to close early on Thursday. Closure from 12 p.m. allows judiciary, magistracy, and Registration Department staff to attend funeral service. Apologies for any inconvenience.
February 6, 2024
Important Notice: Persons Summoned for Court Appearance in Barbados on February 7th and 15th, 2024
Persons named must report to the respective Supreme Court locations on the specified dates for legal proceedings. Names and addresses are provided.
February 6, 2024
Landscaper Faces Prison Time for Firearm and Ammunition Offences: Julian Omari Cave's Case Updates
A 29-year-old landscaper, Julian Omari Cave, is facing charges of firearm and ammunition offences. He has been remanded in custody at Dodds Prison for three weeks.
February 6, 2024
PSV Driver Testifies in Kemar Gooding Murder Trial at Constitution River Terminal
A PSV driver testifies in a murder trial about witnessing a man chasing and attacking another individual at a construction site in Constitution River Terminal. The witness provides details of the incident.