Local News
September 13, 2023
46-Year-Old Man Electrocuted While on the Job: Investigations Underway
Investigations into the death of a worker on a construction site are underway after he was electrocuted while handling a metal object being hoisted by a crane. Tragically, despite receiving medical treatment, he did not survive the incident.
September 13, 2023
Man Dies in Electrocution Accident During Construction Work in St. George, Investigation Underway
Police are investigating the death of a 46-year-old man who was electrocuted while working on a building in Salters, St. George. The man, identified as Patrick Jones, was taken to the hospital but died during treatment.
September 13, 2023
Oistins Bay Garden Food Vendor Monique Best Returns to Kiosk Following Settlement with NCC
Monique Best, a food vendor at Oistins Bay Garden in Barbados, has returned to her kiosk after a dispute with the National Conservation Commission.
September 13, 2023
St. George Community Receives Back to School Supplies Through Local Initiative
Parents and guardians in St George received assistance in obtaining back-to-school supplies for their children, thanks to the efforts of the Lower Estate Gracious Givers.
September 13, 2023
Chief Medical Officer Addresses Heatwave Concerns but Recommends Guidelines for Protection
The Chief Medical Officer states that work and school hours do not need to be adjusted due to the heatwave, but guidelines have been issued to protect students and outdoor workers.
September 13, 2023
Barbadians Warned of Potential Tsunami Risks as Expert Urges Preparedness
Barbadians are warned by Christa von Hillebrandt-Andrade, Deputy Director of the International Tsunami Information Centre Caribbean Office, to take tsunami risks seriously and be prepared for potential impacts.
September 13, 2023
Senior Citizens Advised of Benefits and Inconvenience of Pinning Trident ID Cards for Cashless Transport Board Buses, Says Minister Ishmael
Discover the latest news regarding the implementation of pinning stations for Trident ID cards, intended to offer more convenience to senior citizens using Transport Board buses in Barbados.
September 12, 2023
Planned Introduction of 'Tap and Go' System for Free Transport Board Bus Rides Delayed by Three Months
The implementation of a "tap and go" system allowing free bus rides for persons over 65 using Trident ID cards has been postponed by three months, due to concerns and limited time frame for pinning the ID cards.
September 12, 2023
Sir David Simmons Urges Swift Passage of Cybercrime Legislation for Acceding to Budapest Convention
Chairman of the Law Reform Commission, Sir David Simmons, is pushing for promised cybercrime legislation to be presented to Parliament by the end of the year, in order for Barbados to accede to the Budapest Convention on Cybercrime.
September 12, 2023
The Mounting Pressure on Barbados Probation Department: Acting Chief Probation Officer Discusses Staffing Challenges and Increase in Sexual and Sex-Related Cases
Acting Chief Probation Officer Denise Agard expresses concern over the lack of staffing and resources to handle an increase in sexual and sex-related cases before the courts. The department has requested additional staff to meet the demand.
September 12, 2023
26-Year-Old Man Accused of Serious Bodily Harm Remanded at Dodds for 28 Days
Turvy Jonathan Frederick, a 26-year-old man, has been remanded at Dodds prison for 28 days after being charged with inflicting serious bodily harm on two individuals.
September 12, 2023
Rising Temperatures Pose Threat to Local Agricultural Production and Prices, Warns Barbados Agricultural Society
Discover how soaring temperatures may impact local agricultural produce, leading to decreased production and increased prices. The Barbados Agricultural Society raises concerns for the livestock farming sector as high temperatures persist. Stay prepared and take precautions.