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Police seek help to identify stolen items
Police have seized several pieces of electrical tools and building materials that may have been stolen from construction sites and are asking members of the public to assist in identifying them. CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP They include a wheelbarrow, kitchen cupboard doors, construction…
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CABINET NOTES of Wednesday 1st May 2024
HURST REPORTS ON CABINET Of Wednesday 1 May 2024 CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP The Cabinet meeting commenced with a prayer. The Prime Minister is away on official business; the meeting was chaired by the Attorney General who also serves as the Acting Prime…
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Schools go remote for SIDS4 Conference; National School Bus services limited on May 27th
On May 27th, all schools, public and private, will switch to remote learning to prepare for the SIDS4 Conference. Director Clare Browne communicated this closure in a letter, citing the need to facilitate delegate transportation. Schools will use online platforms like Google Classroom due to unavailable school buses and expected traffic congestion. Additionally, the National…
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Autopsy identifies multiple factors in Lateefa George’s tragic death
Lateefa George, aged 27, likely died from brain trauma, oxygen deprivation, and infection, possibly accelerated by poison. Pathologist Dr. P. Miller Nanton’s post-mortem report from Holberton Hospital on February 9, 2024, noted blood clots, brain swelling, and a lower respiratory tract infection. Signs included a head injury, brain swelling, oxygen deprivation, and blood clots in…
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90 is the New 60: Entrepreneurship in Retirement is a Growing Trend
There’s no expiration date on passion because retirement may just be your season to shine. CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP Retirement used to mark the end of an era, with a complete exit from the workplace. However, today’s retirees will not be living their…
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ABLP plans run-off for All Saints West caretaker position
The battle for the Caretaker position in All Saints West continues after two polls. The Antigua Barbuda Labour Party (ABLP) hasn’t filled the role yet, with a run-off planned in a few months. CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP In March, Lamin Newton, Regis Burton,…
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Cassada Gardens man sentenced to 3 months in prison for battery on police officers
A man who allegedly beat up on police officers is now serving time in prison for the offence. Reports say that officers arrested and charged Cassada Gardens resident Anthony Cornelius, 29, with three counts of battery on police and one count of resisting arrest. CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP CLICK HERE TO…
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May is Stroke Month: Dr. Gaden Osborne urges a ‘grassroot’ approach to stroke prevention in Antigua and Barbuda
May is designated as Stroke Awareness Month, aiming to raise awareness about the symptoms and risk factors of stroke, which are largely preventable with lifelong control of risk factors, particularly high blood pressure. CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP At our 5th Annual Cardiac Symposium…
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ABWU facilitates health and safety training for Port Workers using App
Three Port employees in Antigua and Barbuda are the first dock workers in the region to complete an Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Certificate Course delivered through an online portal and app developed by the ITF Seafarers’ Trust, with support from the International Training Centre of the International Labour Organisation (ILO). CLICK HERE TO GET…
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Best Pepperpot and Fungee Competition Announced for Antigua and Barbuda Restaurant Week
Prepare for the throwdown, as local cuisine takes centre stage with the introduction of the highly anticipated Antigua and Barbuda ‘Best Pepperpot and Fungee’ Competition, for Antigua and Barbuda Restaurant Week. Foodies and fans of the country’s National Dish, Pepperpot and Fungee, will discover this May, the very best dining spots from which they can savour…
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Grant available to persons in Antigua to study in Barbados
HARRIS PAINTS-UWI GRANT FUNDS REGIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION AND RESEARCH PHOTO CAPTION: (Left to right: Students Dina Hinds, Shernise Mayers-Springer: Director CERMES, Dr David Yawson; student Kerstin Corbin and Programme Coordinator, Neetha Seelia) CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP The Centre for Resource Management and Environmental…