Local News
October 28, 2024
Missing 17-Year-Old Ward of Marina Brewster Centre Found Safe, Officials Confirm
17-year-old Kizzianne Latavia Tudor, a ward of Marina Brewster Centre at Farrs, Alleynedale Hall, reported missing on October 25, has been found safe, confirmed by TBPS officials.
October 28, 2024
President of Barbados Union of Teachers Urges Action on Education System Challenges
Barbados Union of Teachers President Rudy Lovell addresses pressing issues in education system, including school violence, infrastructure, and staffing during BUT’s 50th Anniversary Awards Gala. Calls for action and solutions.
October 27, 2024
QEH Workers Raise Concerns Over Delayed Hazard Allowance Payments
National Union of Public Workers (NUPW) expresses concerns over delayed hazard allowance payments at Queen Elizabeth Hospital (QEH), leading to staff shortages and operational challenges. Unresolved grievances prompt investigations and calls for prompt resolution.
October 27, 2024
Fogging Schedule: Vector Control Unit Targets St. Lucy, St. Peter, St. Michael, Christ Church for Next Week
The Vector Control Unit will conduct fogging operations in St. Lucy and St. Peter next week, targeting specific areas each day from October 28 to November 1. Residents are advised to cooperate.
October 27, 2024
Ryan Yearwood's $250,000 Appeal to Save Daughter with Rare Liver Condition
Ryan Yearwood seeks $250,000 to fund life-saving treatment for his daughter, Amya Destiny Holmes Yearwood, who suffers from biliary atresia. Donations can be made to account 62280 at City of Bridgetown Cooperative Credit Union.
October 27, 2024
Fallow Lands Concern: Barbados Government Urges Action Amid Agricultural Sector Investments
Barbados Government expresses concern over increasing fallow lands despite investments in agriculture. Minister of Agriculture urges support for full production, introduces innovative farming solutions to combat weather challenges.
October 27, 2024
Regional Hotelier Urges Education Sectors to Address Youth Deviance and Violence
Hotelier Ralph Taylor urges private and higher education sectors to address youth deviance and violence, praising The UWI Cave Hill campus for its role in societal change and proposing investments in tourism, entrepreneurship, and youth violence prevention.
October 26, 2024
Man Jailed for Raping 14-Year-Old Schoolgirl in 2017: Justice Served, Says Madam Justice Wanda Blair
Man jailed for raping 14-year-old schoolgirl after giving her abortion pills. Jermaine Christopher Ellis sentenced to 4 years, 7 months in prison for 2017 crime. Justice emphasizes severity of offense.
October 26, 2024
Reduce Sentence Plea Made for Faith Angelica Pile Due to Case Delay: Appeals Court Review
Confessed murderer Faith Angelica Pile's attorney argues for sentence reduction due to a six-year delay in case adjudication. The matter, involving the killing of David Blenman, lacked complexity.
October 26, 2024
BARP Set to Launch New Members Portal to Boost Discount Programme and Aid in Cost Savings
BARP President Marilyn Rice-Bowen announces the upcoming launch of a new members portal to enhance discounts and savings for members, aiming to help cope with rising living costs.
October 26, 2024
Barbadian Minister Warns of Cybersecurity Threats Due to Inadequate Digital Safety Awareness
Barbados' Minister of Industry warns of cybersecurity risks due to public's poor digital safety understanding. Urgent need for public education on data management practices highlighted at panel discussion.
October 26, 2024
Man in No. 4A Supreme Court Sentenced to Ten Years for Sexual Relationship Resulting in Pregnancy Termination
Man sentenced to ten years for raping and impregnating a 14-year-old girl, then giving her pills to terminate the pregnancy. Judge deems offense serious, orders four years and seven months to be served.