Local News
January 19, 2024
Residents in Northern Communities Welcome Long-Awaited Mill-and-Pave Road Repairs
By Shamar Blunt covers the mill-and-pave scheme in three northern communities, where residents express gratitude for the ongoing road repairs funded by the Ministry of Transport and Works.
January 18, 2024
Barbados Water Authority Initiates Repairs at Hampton Pumping Station in St. Philip
"The Barbados Water Authority (BWA) announces repairs at Hampton Pumping Station in St. Philip. Pumping temporarily stopped, intermittent pumping to resume with reduced capacity. Water tanker teams assisting residents."
January 18, 2024
Corroded Support Beam Replacement Underway at Hampton Pumping Station in St. Philip: Barbados Water Authority Provides Updates
"Important maintenance work is being done at the Hampton Pumping Station in St. Philip. Pumping has been temporarily stopped, and water supply may be intermittent in connected areas. The Barbados Water Authority appreciates customers' understanding."
January 18, 2024
Understanding and Addressing Obesity in Barbados: A Look at the Link to Non-Communicable Diseases
"Explore the relationship between obesity and non-communicable diseases in Barbados. Learn about efforts to address this issue and promote health and wellness in the country."
January 18, 2024
St. Bartholomew Primary School Forced to Close Due to Smoke Emission from Grantley Adams International Airport Incinerator
St. Bartholomew Primary in Parish Land, Christ Church is closed due to an issue with the incinerator at the Grantley Adams International Airport causing disruption and impacting staff and students.
January 18, 2024
Teachers at St Bartholomew Primary School Threaten Action Over Health Impacts of GAIA Incinerator Smoke
Teachers at St Bartholomew Primary School in Barbados threaten action due to health concerns caused by smoke from Grantley Adams International Airport (GAIA) Inc. incinerator.
January 18, 2024
28-Year-Old Tutor Charged with Financial Crimes in Barbados
A 28-year-old tutor appeared in court charged with financial crimes. Regina Michelle Hunte was allegedly caught attempting to export cash without permission and engaging in money laundering. She was granted bail.
January 18, 2024
20-Year-Old Man Charged with Gun Possession Remanded to Dodds: Latest News and Updates
A 20-year-old man has been remanded at Dodds prison after being charged with gun possession. The case was adjourned until February 13.
January 18, 2024
Roger Holder to Return to Court Next Tuesday for Wounding Charge
Roger Holder, a 55-year-old resident of Buckingham Road, Bank Hall, St Michael, confessed to a wounding charge and was granted $1,500 bail. The court hearing is adjourned until January 23.
January 18, 2024
Trial Continues as Witnesses Provide Evidence in Case Against British National on Firearm, Ammunition, and Cannabis Charges
A trial continues against a British national facing firearm, ammunition, and cannabis charges with several witnesses, including the lead investigator, expected to give evidence.
January 18, 2024
Supreme Court Trial Begins for Elizabeth Mitchell Accused of Wounding Former Husband with Intent
"Ormond Mitchell testifies in Supreme Court No. 2A about the alleged knife attack by his ex-wife. The trial begins as she pleads not guilty to charges of intentional harm and unlawful wounding."
January 18, 2024
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