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CABINET NOTES of Wednesday 6th September 2023
CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHATSAPP GROUP FOR NEWS UPDATES. The Cabinet began its session with a prayer from a Minister of Religion. The Cabinet expressed its condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of the policeman, Robert Dyer, who died in a tragic accident on the Sir Sidney Walling Highway, two days ago. His…
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ABWU to Host 56th Annual Delegates Conference
More than 100 delegates are expected to gather on Sunday 17 and Monday 18 September, 2023 for the Antigua and Barbuda Workers’ Union 56th Annual Delegates Conference. CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHATSAPP GROUP FOR NEWS UPDATES. This year’s Conference is being held under the theme “The Struggle Continues. Our Commitment and Dedication — The…
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Get moving in Antigua and Barbuda for World Wellness Weekend
The Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority will join wellness lifestyle enthusiasts in Antigua and Barbuda to celebrate World Wellness Weekend from September 15 – 17 2023. CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHATSAPP GROUP FOR NEWS UPDATES. A global event, World Wellness Weekend supports the United Nations’ third Sustainable Development Goal – “Good Health and Well-being for All” by promoting 5 Pillars of…
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Rejuvenated Caribbean ‘moonscape’ island granted protected area status
PHOTO: © Edward Marshall / Fauna & Flora Major new protected area to cover 30,000 hectares of land and sea A Caribbean island that has transformed from a barren moonscape to a lush wildlife sanctuary in just a few short years has been made one of the biggest protected areas in the Caribbean. CLICK HERE…
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Residents urged to monitor progress of Tropical Storm Lee, expected to become a hurricane today
As Antigua and Barbuda and the rest of the eastern Caribbean keep a close watch on Tropical Storm Lee, the National Office of Disaster Services (NODS) is urging residents to ensure their preparedness plans are in place. CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHATSAPP GROUP FOR NEWS UPDATES. The local Met Office is reporting that a…
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2 of Chief Magistrate Joanne Walsh’s disciplinary charges revealed
The Judicial and Legal Services Commission (JLSC) has exposed the disciplinary charges against Chief Magistrate Joanne Walsh, who faces allegations of mishandling funds and destroying government records. CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHATSAPP GROUP FOR NEWS UPDATES. The investigation into Walsh’s conduct, initiated by Permanent Secretary Hildred Simpson, began in October 2022, during her tenure…
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Antigua Govement faces another Alfa Nero Law Suit
A legal dispute has recently emerged in Antigua and Barbuda, centered around the high-value auction of the motor vessel ‘Alfa Nero.’ CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHATSAPP GROUP FOR NEWS UPDATES. The dispute raises critical questions about the transparency and adherence to auction procedures in the Caribbean nation and highlights the financial repercussions for the…
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Antigua and Barbuda tax collections surpass 2022 figures
Antigua and Barbuda’s tax revenue for H1 2023 exceeded expectations, with a remarkable 20 million surplus compared to the same period in 2022, attributed to increased economic activity driven by tourism and construction. CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHATSAPP GROUP FOR NEWS UPDATES. Economists highlight this as a result of heightened spending and investment, contributing…
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Winston Henry criticizes Antigua government’s rejection of limited state of emergency
Political analyst Winston Henry contends that the government’s rejection of a proposed limited state of emergency in the country is justified. CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHATSAPP GROUP FOR NEWS UPDATES. Henry argues that a state of emergency should only be considered when law enforcement is incapable of managing a crisis through regular means. He…
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Rising threat of untraceable ‘ghost guns’ challenges Antigua and Barbuda law enforcement
(CMC) – The proliferation of “ghost guns” in Antigua and Barbuda, created using readily available 3D printing technology, presents a significant challenge for law enforcement. CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHATSAPP GROUP FOR NEWS UPDATES. Deputy Commissioner of Police Everton Jeffers recently disclosed the discovery of at least two of these 9mm small arms, which…
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Man, 29, shot in Clarke’s Hill
(state Media) — Police are probing a shooting incident in Clarke’s Hill in which a 29 year old resident was shot and injured by a gunman. CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHATSAPP GROUP FOR NEWS UPDATES. The man has told police he was entering his yard, when he was pounced upon by a gunman. It…