$30K Fine on Man with Unlicensed Firearm and Ammunition
In Antigua and Barbuda, a man has been fined $30,000 for possessing an unlicensed firearm and ammunition. Josh Lucien, aged 26, admitted guilt for having 11 rounds of 9mm ammunition…
Over 700 Children Receive Back-to-School Support from MP Fernandez
JOHN’S, Antigua and Barbuda – 28th August 2023…. For an impressive nine years running, Hon. Charles ‘Max’ Fernandez, Member of Parliament for St. John’s Rural North, has consistently spearheaded a back-to-school…
COLUMN: Barbados: Singapore of the Caribbean, 30 Years Later
By Basil Springer “Only give heed to yourself and keep your soul diligently, so that you do not forget the things which your eyes have seen and they do not…
In Dominica Flying pest wreaking havoc identified as biting midges; Fumigation won’t work, says pharmacist
(DNO)For months, a persistent nuisance has been sweeping across the island, causing frustration and discomfort for many residents. While mistaken for sand flies by many, the true source of this…
Chinese scholarship awardees receive sage advice from parliamentary secretary
(DNO)Parliamentary Secretary in the Ministry of the Environment, Rural Modernisation, Kalinago Upliftment and Constituency Empowerment, Darron Lloyd has encouraged new students who will pursue studies in China to use the…
ABWU Secretary General reiterates regional governments must address severance issue in talks over LIAT revival
(Observer)As Caribbean leaders once again reawaken to the value of a regional airline, Secretary General of the Antigua and Barbuda Worker’s Union (ABWU), Senator David Massiah continues to remind governments…
BPM Chair raises eyebrows at airport expansion plans
(Observer)Chairman of the Barbuda People’s Movement (BPM), and environmental activist, John Mussington has expressed doubt over the necessity of the government to expand the airport runway on the sister isle.…
Young Yearwood indicates interest in succeeding his father in SPN, with critic saying ALP politicians are creating dynasties
(RealNews)Residents are wondering whether another by-election might be onthe horizon, since the son of a long-standing Antigua Labour Party(ALP) politician is offering himself up for elective politics. Robin Yearwood Jr.,…
Pringle asks AG Benjamin what he is doing to ensure that our streets, home and future are safe amidst current spike in crime
(RealNews)The Leader of the Opposition is calling on the Gaston BrowneAdministration yet again, asking that it put proper mechanisms inplace to tackle crime. Criminal offences have surged in recent months,…
Police investigator reportedly misplaces $21k, putting case at risk of being tossed out; internal probe by CID underway
(RealNews)The Police have launched an internal investigation into thedisappearance of over $21,000 in cash that had been in the custodyof a female officer. Reports say the money was confiscated because the…
