CHURCH NEEDED
THE youth of the country needs the light of the church shining upon them now more than ever.This declaration came from the Rector of the St. George Parish Church, Father John Rogers, who told his...
View ArticleBRSA: Random alcohol, drug testing a good move
With the amended Road Traffic Act set to introduce random alcohol and drug testing of drivers of articulated and public service vehicles (PSV), owners of such vehicles are being urged to ensure that...
View ArticleNo first prize in this year’s Literary Competition
While submissions to the island’s premier literary contest included a range of interesting pieces, outgoing Chairman of the Frank Collymore Literary Endowment Committee, Antonio “Boo” Rudder, noted...
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Governor of the Central Bank of Barbados, Cleviston Haynes (left) conversing with Outgoing Chairman of the Frank Collymore Literary Endowment Committee, Antonio ‘Boo’ Rudder, during the 20th Annual...
View ArticleA look at the impact of third parties in post-independence Barbados
To Barbadians born after 1966, the idea of several political parties contesting a general election in this country may seem strange. While they know full well that in other countries this is often the...
View ArticleBL&P’s Managing Director gives update on power outage
Following an island wide power outage which took place yesterday afternoon, crews from the Barbados Light & Power Company Ltd. were working up into the night, to restore full power to the large...
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Power outage affects BWA pumping stations, customers
Joy-Ann Haigh, Rapid Response and Communications Manager at the Barbados Water Authority (BWA).By: Regina Selman MooreThe island-wide power outage which took place on Monday affected the Barbados Water...
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Full power restored to all BL&P customers
Roger Blackman, Managing Director of the Barbados Light & Power Company (BL&P).By: Regina Selman MooreFollowing the islandwide power outage on Monday afternoon, dedicated crews of the Barbados...
View ArticleBL&P probing cause of explosion at Seawell substation
By: Regina Selman MooreThe Barbados Light & Power Company (BL&P) is at present carrying out a full investigation, inclusive of a “root cause analysis”, to determine the reason behind the...
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No decision yet
Dr. Maria Agard, the sitting Christ Church West MP.NO decision has been taken on the next course of action by Dr. Maria Agard, the sitting Christ Church West MP, with regard to the court case on her...
View ArticlePut your case
By: Janelle Riley-ThornhillRepeated calls by the owners of private-owned public service vehicles (PSV) for duty-free concessions have not fallen on deaf ears.That’s the assurance from Minister of...
View ArticleHealth, safety first with food and drinks
By: Anesta HenryA VETERAN mixologist is reminding those who are in the business of preparing beverages at home for sale to the public, that they must do it the safe way.Speaking during the launch of...
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Three knighted!
Sir Charles Griffith (left) being officially conferred the honour of Knight of St. Andrew by Governor General Dame Sandra Mason.Sir Warwick Franklin (left) being officially conferred the honour of...
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Montano has high praise for Alison Hinds
Soca artiste Machel Montano presenting Alison Hinds with her award for the Best BIFF Star Honouree at the Barbados Independent Film Festival (BIFF) Opening Gala, which was held at The Walled Garden...
View ArticleCameras the way to go
The relevant authorities are being encouraged to introduce speed cameras across the island to help crack down on persons who drive in excess of the stipulated speed limits. That’s the call from...
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PM PRAISES CONFIDENCE
Prime Minister Freundel Stuart, right, greets Roberto Menegati, centre, who has made 60 visits to the island and Vincent Prager who has come 40 times, during the reception at IIaro Court.PRIME MINISTER...
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Homeless Society issues Manifesto proposal to all political parties
Founder and President of the Barbados Vagrants and Homeless Society (BVHS), Kemar Saffrey.The Barbados Vagrants & Homeless Society (BVHS) is inviting all political parties planning to run in the...
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Report in Govt’s hands
Dr. Justin Robinson, as he delivered the first Astor B. Watts Lunchtime Lecture for the year yesterday at the DLP Headquarters.Government is in possession of a report from the oversight committee set...
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Students urged to enter Royal Commonwealth Society's essay competition
Minister of Education, Science, Technology and Innovation, Ronald Jones presents 2017 Royal Commonwealth Society (RCS) Essay Competition prize winner Kya Knight of the Deighton Griffith Secondary...
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Patrick appointed new deputy fire chief
Chief Fire Officer, Errol Maynard (left) pinning Deputy Chief Fire Officer, Henderson Patrick with his instruments to indicate his newly appointed post.By: Cara L. Foster Henderson Patrick was...
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