AG introduces legislation to back robust security for World Cup Fernella Wedderburn24/04/20240456 views Barbados has implemented comprehensive security measures to ensure a safe and successful hosting of the ICC T20 Cricket World Cup, according to Attorney General Dale Marshall. Local security forces were… Read more
Mobile clinic making headway, reports senior health official Fernella Wedderburn23/04/20240570 views Over 300 residents have utilised the Ministry of Health and Wellness’ mobile clinic, a senior official who deemed the initiative a success has disclosed. Permanent Secretary (PS) in the Ministry… Read more
Minister encourages staff, public to use new gym at Psychiatric Hospital Fernella Wedderburn18/04/20240493 views Staff at the Psychiatric Hospital and the Ministry of Health and Wellness now have a dedicated space where they can prioritise their health and fitness, with the reopening of the… Read more
HOT SPOT Fernella Wedderburn12/04/20240824 views Weather watchers on Thursday warned that heat-related illnesses will likely rise as the heat season approaches. The development comes despite forecasts of near-average to above-average rainfall for the rest of… Read more
Down, not out Fernella Wedderburn11/04/202401K views The harvester bought by the government four years ago to clear the sargassum seaweed buildup on the island’s beaches is currently undergoing repairs and not “rotting away”, according to Minister… Read more
All blue Fernella Wedderburn04/04/20240547 views With a membership of about 130, the Autism Association of Barbados (AAB) has developed a supportive community to assist families in coping with autism, according to the association’s president Frank… Read more
Probate records to go digital, says AG Fernella Wedderburn29/03/20240770 views Government is moving towards digitising the Probates Registry of the Supreme Court, Attorney General Dale Marshall SC has disclosed. Marshall made the announcement as he responded to concerns raised by… Read more
Former court to be refurbished for community purposes Fernella Wedderburn29/03/20240535 views The facility at Rock Hall, St Thomas which housed the former District ‘D’ Magistrates’ Court is being repurposed for use by the community. “We have plans to have that building… Read more
New Growth Fernella Wedderburn28/03/202401.3K views Legacy Foundation has launched the $40 000 New Growth Aquaponics and Farming Project at Ellerton Primary School. According to principal Andrew Haynes and Agricultural Science teacher Lisa Greenidge, the project,… Read more
Mallalieu: Free transportation can ease traffic congestion Fernella Wedderburn28/03/202401.7K views Independent Senator Andrew Mallalieu has put forward a “radical idea” he believes would ease the traffic congestion on the island’s roads — free transportation for all. Pointing out that Barbados… Read more