Honey potential
With more than 60 per cent of the honey imports into the Caribbean coming to Barbados, it is believed that this country is poised to develop a honey industry.That’s according to Damien Hinds,...
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Christmas Wonderland at Sandy Lane Resort
Children flocked around Santa Claus from the minute he arrived.By: By Cara L. FosterThe children of staff members of the Sandy Lane Resort were treated to an incredible evening of fun, laughter, magic,...
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Lashley, team-mates win Digicel’s grand prize
Dionne Emtage, Commercial Director at Digicel with second place winner Eliza Clarke (second left), her family and CEO of Digicel, Alex Tasker.From left: Lenn Brome, Dionne Emtage, Commercial Director...
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Great response!
Public’s reaction to Christmas Kettle Appeal encouragingMarketing Manager, Keisha Humphrey, making her donation to the Salvation Army’s Kettle Appeal. Also pictured is Community Relations Director with...
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Thousands enjoy Artistry weekend
Jamaica reggae superstar David Constantine Brooks, stage name Mavado, connected with his fans during his performance at the FAS7STAR Hennessy Artistry show, which was held at the Kensington Oval on...
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West Terrace Primary thanks unsung heroes
From left: Principal of the West Terrace Primary School Beverley Burrowes shares a light moment with retirees Marva Proverbs, Maxine Aswat, Antoinette Harewood and (sitting) Colbert Belgrave. The...
View ArticleFOCUS ON SMALL BUSINESS
THIS country must do more for small businesses if that sector is to be the engine of growth in the economy. So says Senator John Watson, the recipient of a Silver Crown of Merit in this year’s...
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Students being prepared for tech-driven world
Aron and Christina Truss, founders of The Aron & Christina Foundation, presents the Kindle Fire Tablets to the Class 3 students at Reynold Weekes Primary School.The Aron & Christina Foundation...
View ArticleParliament to meet today
Changes are coming to the Telecommunications Act. On the Order Paper of the House of Assembly for debate today is the Telecommunications (Amendment) Bill 2017. Prime Minister Freundel Stuart is to move...
View ArticleMORE EFFORT NEEDED
By: Patricia ThangarajA more concerted effort is necessary when it comes to ensuring that the dream of a fully accessible Barbados can become a reality.This is coming from Chair of the Education and...
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Erdiston buildings named after outstanding educators
The Glenville Blackman Resource Centre has been named after Glenville Blackman (above) a former principal at the Erdiston Teachers’ Training College. Here, he shares the spotlight with Minister of...
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George Alleyne Chronic Disease Research Centre celebrates 25 years
Chancellor Emeritus Sir George Alleyne as he praised the work of Sir Henry Fraser.By: Cara L. FosterMany gathered recently at a gala dinner for a dual celebration as they celebrated the 25th...
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Sir Henry Fraser honoured at gala dinner
A joyful Senator Professor Emeritus Sir Henry Fraser (centre) appeared to be thoroughly enjoying the festivities.Pro Vice-Chancellor and Principal of UWI, Cave Hill Campus, Professor Eudine Barriteau...
View ArticleMP calls for speedier resolution of court cases
While the Opposition Barbados Labour Party (BLP) has thrown its support behind the amendment to the Criminal Records (Rehabilitation of Offenders) Act, an Opposition Member of Parliament has raised...
View ArticleEx-inmates deserve a second chance
Barbadian society must become much more forgiving and make the effort to give ex-inmates a second chance.Minister of Industry, International Business, Commerce & Small Business Development,...
View Article‘Give magistrates more power’
MEMBER of Parliament for St. Philip North Michael Lashley believes that increasing the power of magistrates could help to remove the backlog of cases in the courts of Barbados.This was one of the many...
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Engagement rises
CEO of NISE, Kim Tudor presenting the NISE Employee Engagement Index (NEEX) Results.Employee Engagement in Barbados has risen.The National Initiative for Service Excellence – NISE Employee Engagement...
View ArticlePassing grade
THE Competency Based Training Fund (CBTF) has received a passing grade.Education Lead Specialist with the Inter-American Development Bank, Dr. Sabine Reible-Aubourg, said from the time the project was...
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Learning challenges being addressed
From left: Education Lead Specialist with the Inter-American Development Bank, Dr. Sabine Reible-Aubourg; Acting Principal at the Lester Vaughan School, Tanya Harding; and Acting Director of the...
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Low-key start for Christmas in the City
Christmas decorations were in abundance in this store in the City.One store displayed plenty of children’s book for those parents who wish to give the gift of knowledge.Christmas trees soon to be...
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