Local News
August 8, 2023
Top students from Charles F Broome Primary and People's Cathedral Primary
The results of the Barbados Secondary Schools’ Entrance Examination reveal high-scoring students in Mathematics and English. Scott Johnson and Anata Sealy achieved top ranks and will attend Harrison College and Queen’s College respectively.
August 8, 2023
Long wait for bands to pass
Mixed mood at Bank Hall as delays muted spectator excitement at Kadooment. Band stalls and long waits between performances soured the experience for some, but others still found the carnival atmosphere impressive.
August 8, 2023
Crop Over highs and lows
Officials convened in a briefing meeting as Grand Kadooment, the finale of Crop Over 2023, concluded. The event faced challenges, including a shooting that caused a diversion for the last bands. Despite delays due to rain, many participants still enjoyed the experience.
August 8, 2023
High marks for Crop Over Festival
The annual Crop Over festival received a passing grade from stakeholders, despite a shooting incident and delays along the route. Overall, participants and spectators enjoyed the event.
August 8, 2023
Woman injured in shooting along Black Rock
A shooting incident in Black Rock, St Michael resulted in a non-life threatening leg injury for a woman. A man is in custody aiding police, with the area cordoned off.
August 7, 2023
Police investigate shooting at Black Rock Main Road, St Michael
Police are investigating a non-life threatening shooting incident on Black Rock Main Road, St Michael. A woman was injured and a man is assisting with investigations. Stay tuned for updates.
August 7, 2023
Grand Kadooment 2023: Spectators on Bank Hall welcome colourful parade on old route
Spectators enjoy Kadooment Day festivities despite the long wait and heavy showers. Tourists express happiness and plan to return to Barbados. Empire Sports Club hosts successful lime event.
August 7, 2023
Grand Kadooment 2023: Revellers jam on Station Hill despite intermittent showers
Experience the vibrant celebration of Grand Kadooment 2023 in Barbados, featuring energetic soca music, colorful costumes, and enthusiastic revellers dancing and parading through the streets.
August 7, 2023
It’s Kadooment Day in Barbados!
Experience the vibrant beauty of Barbados' grand Kadooment as masqueraders in radiant colors chip from Warrens to Green Hill, cooled down by early morning showers. Join scores of locals and visitors lining the streets as 24 bands, with an estimated 12,000 revellers, compete for prizes in the grand climax of the Crop Over Festival. Stay tuned for full coverage on Barbados Today's channels.
August 7, 2023
Tuition fees going up for UWI students
Effective from the 2023/24 academic year, non-self-financed program students at UWI Cave Hill Campus will experience a slight increase of $100 per year in tuition fees, excluding law and medical science programs. Registration fees must be paid prior to course registration. Arrears must be cleared to register.
August 7, 2023
Thief sent up for 18 months
Sadam Hussain, a 25-year-old Guyanese mason, pleaded guilty to robbing Tatyana Millington of $150 in Barbados. He was sentenced to 18 months in jail.
August 7, 2023
Bridgetown market vendors report slow sales
Vendors at Bridgetown Market along the Mighty Grynner Highway experienced slow sales on Sunday, with smaller crowds and decreased foot traffic compared to previous years. The return of the street fair after a three-year break caused by the COVID-19 pandemic was met with some disappointment from vendors, who were hoping for larger crowds and more robust sales.