Local News
September 20, 2023
Government Implements Initiative to Assist Barbadians in Strengthening Homes for Atlantic Hurricane Season
The Barbadian Government is assisting vulnerable households by providing hurricane straps for their homes, aiming to improve structural integrity and withstand storms.
September 20, 2023
Juvenile Liaison Scheme Members Join Initiative to Plant Thousands of Trees Along Barbados Trailway Project
Fifteen members of the Juvenile Liaison Scheme recently joined an initiative to plant thousands of trees along the Barbados Trailway Project, promoting teamwork and environmental respect.
September 20, 2023
Concerns Raised Over Recording of Transactions in Sam Lord's Castle Hotel Redevelopment Project, says Auditor General Leigh Trotman
Auditor General Leigh Trotman expresses concerns over the recording of millions of dollars in transactions regarding the Sam Lord's Castle Hotel Redevelopment project, revealing discrepancies in asset records and unvoted expenditures. Government's handling of rental property transactions is also raised.
September 20, 2023
Man Apologizes for Spitting on Former Partner, Expresses Regret for His Actions
“A 34-year-old man pleaded guilty to assaulting his former partner after she ignored him. He apologized, expressing regret for his actions and received a bond to keep the peace for six months.”
September 19, 2023
Queen Elizabeth Hospital Issues Public Advisory on Increased Waiting Times in Accident and Emergency Department
The Queen Elizabeth Hospital advises the public on increased waiting times in the Accident and Emergency Department. Alternative treatment options are available for non-life-threatening medical complaints. Contact Patient Advice and Liaison Service for assistance.
September 19, 2023
Emergency Repairs by Barbados Water Authority May Cause Water Disruption in St. James
The Barbados Water Authority is conducting emergency repairs in Store House Gap, St. James, affecting customers in Mango Drive, Porters Drive, Pavilion Grove, and other areas. Water tankers are available to help during the outage.
September 19, 2023
Two Drowning Incidents in Barbados Under Investigation: 80-Year-Old Man and 42-Year-Old Woman Found Dead
Police are investigating two separate drowning incidents resulting in the deaths of an 80-year-old man and a 42-year-old woman. Anyone with information is asked to contact authorities.
September 19, 2023
Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley Discusses Prioritization of Road Repairs Over Flyovers in Rural Barbados
The Prime Minister of Barbados, Mia Amor Mottley, has stated that the repair of roads and bridges across rural areas is a priority over constructing flyovers due to limited fiscal resources.
September 18, 2023
Police Investigate Drowning Incident of Keith Evelyn Beckles at Brandons Beach, St. Michael
Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the drowning death of Keith Evelyn Beckles, 80, at Brandons Beach, St. Michael. Beckles was at the beach with friends before getting into difficulty in choppy water.
September 18, 2023
Police Investigate Circumstances of 42-Year-Old Woman's Drowning at Heywoods Beach, Speightstown
Authorities are reviewing the details of 42-year-old Faye Ann Cadogan's drowning at Heywoods Beach, Speightstown, St. Peter. The incident occurred today, September 18, 2023.
September 18, 2023
Barbados Roaring Virtual Lions Club Cleans Up Speightstown for World Clean-up Day
The 16 members of the Barbados Roaring Virtual Lions Club encountered a massive amount of garbage while cleaning up Speightstown and nearby areas as part of World Clean-up Day. Club president Denisa Belgrave expressed uncertainty about reaching Heywoods due to the extensive litter.
September 17, 2023
New York City Day Care Center Owner and Tenant Arrested After 1-Year-Old Dies and Children Sickened by Opioid Exposure
Owner and tenant arrested after a 1-year-old boy died and three other young children were sickened by apparent exposure to opioids at a New York City day care center.