Miscellaneous
October 12, 2023
Barbados Urgently Needs a Comprehensive Breastfeeding Workplace Policy: Benefits and Importance Explored
This article explores the need for a comprehensive breastfeeding in the workplace policy in Barbados, highlighting the benefits it can bring to public health, the workforce, and national identity.
October 12, 2023
Grantley Adams International Airport Tests Aircraft Emergency Response, Acknowledges Areas for Improvement
Grantley Adams International Airport Inc. officials successfully tested their aircraft emergency response, though they admit there are some gaps in the national response.
October 12, 2023
Self-Employed Man Pleads Not Guilty to Drug Offences in District 'A' Magistrates' Court
A self-employed man pleaded not guilty to multiple drug charges in the District 'A' Magistrates' Court. He was granted bail and is scheduled to appear in court again in January 2024.
October 12, 2023
Pierre Decarlo Small Faces Drug Charges in Barbados Court: Case Transferred to District ‘C’ Magistrates' Court
Pierre Decarlo Small, a 32-year-old unemployed man from Long Bay, St Philip, has been charged with possession, possession with intent to supply, and trafficking cannabis. His case has been transferred to the District 'C' Magistrates' Court and adjourned until October 16.
October 12, 2023
St Michael Man Sentenced to Jail for Theft of Umbrellas from City Store
A St Michael man, Timothy Paul Sobers, has been sentenced to one month in jail for the theft of two umbrellas from Cool Saving Fashion Inc. despite maintaining his innocence.
October 12, 2023
Parents Mourn the Tragic Loss of Darrien Anderson Robinson in Fatal Shooting Incident
Read about the tragic shooting death of 27-year-old Darrien Anderson Robinson in Thunder Bay, Lower Carlton, St James. Police are seeking information from the public to assist in their investigation.
October 12, 2023
Duplicate Seals with Identical Numbers Raise Suspicions in Cannabis Trafficking Trial
Two customs brokers are on trial for importing and trafficking cannabis. The discovery of two seals with identical numbers suggests possible forgery and tampering with the container. Adjourned until Thursday.
October 12, 2023
25-year-old Man Fined $21K, Facing Jail Time for Unlicensed Firearm and Ammunition Possession
A 25-year-old man in Barbados was fined $21,000 by Justice Anthony Blackman for possessing an unlicensed firearm and ammunition, with a portion of the fine due immediately.
October 12, 2023
St Michael Man Given CRD and Six-Month Peace Bond for Obstructing Police Officer
Read about the recent court appearance of Karl Kemar Antonio Worrell who received a CRD and a six-month bond after being charged with obstructing and assaulting a police officer.
October 11, 2023
Driver Involved in Car-Ambulance Collision Receives Medical Treatment | Josué R. Nelson
"Car and ambulance collide in Fontabelle Road, St Michael. Pregnant woman driver experiences back pain. Island Care director provides initial assistance before transferring her to an ambulance. Stable condition."
October 11, 2023
Teenagers Remanded to Dodds Prison for Robbery Charge as Sureties Deemed Unsuitable: Barbados News
Two teenagers, Serrian Jamali Scott-Fegan and Donavan Randolph Hazel, have been remanded to Dodds prison after their suitable sureties were not found. They are facing a robbery charge.
October 11, 2023
Experts Gain Crucial Knowledge in Addressing Water-related Risks and Conserving Mangrove Forests at USAID-Servir Amazonia Workshop
Gain crucial knowledge on climate change, weather, natural resource management, and emergency response, enabling better anticipation and mitigation of water-related risks and conservation of mangrove forests.