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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…
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Machete attack leaves 28-year-old Anthony Joseph nursing severe wounds
Anthony Joseph, 28, residing in Fort Road, is currently undergoing treatment for chop wounds at the hospital following an attack by a machete-wielding assailant on Monday afternoon. The incident unfolded shortly after 3 p.m. as Joseph was accompanying his girlfriend to a nearby supermarket. Two individuals reportedly disembarked from a rental Toyota Vitz, with one…
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Prison Reform Advocate Jessica Thompson’s Fraud Case adjourned amidst serious charges
Advocate Jessica Thompson’s fraud case, with 13 charges tied to fraudulent money acquisition and one for bank card larceny, was adjourned to July 22. CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP Allegations claim she unlawfully obtained $19,700 by stealing a bank card and withdrawing funds in…
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Foreign Minister of Antigua and Barbuda Condemns Unfounded Allegations by Puerto Rican Politician José Aponte Hernández
Statement by the Honourable E. P. “Chet” Greene, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Antigua and Barbuda concerning remarks by Puerto Rican politician CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP “Stop maligning Antigua and Barbuda to promote your selfish political interests.” That is the message from E.…
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Jo-Ańna Gasper Wins Jersey LEAP 2024 Scholarship
Jersey College for Girls (JCG) Foundation and High Commissioner Karen-Mae Hill are pleased to announce that seventeen year old Jo-Ańna Gasper is the recipient of the Leadership and Entrepreneurship Accelerator Programme (LEAP) Scholarship. CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP The Scholarship will allow Jo-Ańna to…
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Woman in her 60s hit by vehicle near Government House roundabout
A Paynters resident in her 60s was hit by a vehicle near Government House roundabout Tuesday morning, sustaining shoulder bruises and body pains while crossing the road before 10 AM. Emergency Medical Services received praise for arriving swiftly, just three minutes after the 9:56 AM call. CLICK HERE TO GET ON THE ABN WHATSAPP Аdvеrtіѕе…