CrimeJudicialLocal News Senator suggests financial crime laws to tackle gangs by Shamar Blunt 06/06/2026 written by Shamar Blunt 3 min read Opposition senator Ryan Walters on Friday urged authorities to intensify the use of existing financial crime legislation to dismantle gangs, arguing that targeting the flow of illicit money is critical … Continue Reading 06/06/2026 0 comments FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
CrimeJudicialLocal NewsPoliticsSenate Early intervention key to tackling gang crime, Lashley says by Shamar Blunt 06/06/2026 by Shamar Blunt 06/06/2026 Social intervention from an early age must become a central pillar of Barbadosโ crime prevention strategy if the country is to curb rising gang activity and youth offending, Minister of … Read more FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
HealthLocal NewsSchoolYouth BUT urges vigilance over health concerns at Hillaby Turnerโs Hall Primary by Shamar Blunt 04/06/2026 by Shamar Blunt 04/06/2026 The Barbados Union of Teachers has urged authorities not to dismiss ongoing health concerns at Hillaby Turnerโs Hall Primary School, warning that reports of illness among students and staff warrant … Read more FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Local News Five-car smash damages water main, closes Black Rock by Shamar Blunt 03/06/2026 by Shamar Blunt 03/06/2026 A five-vehicle collision that ruptured a water main brought traffic on Black Rock Main Road to a standstill on Wednesday afternoon, with emergency crews deploying multiple units as the busy … Read more FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
HealthLocal News Barbadians urged to take greater responsibility for health, wellbeing by Shamar Blunt 03/06/2026 by Shamar Blunt 03/06/2026 While more Barbadians are embracing healthier lifestyles, much more work is needed to encourage people to take responsibility for their health and wellbeing, says a fitness lifestyle event manager.ย Celia … Read more FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
CourtCrimeLocal News Strong courts โvitalโ to development, public trust by Shamar Blunt 03/06/2026 by Shamar Blunt 03/06/2026 Strong, independent courts are critical to Caribbean development, crime reduction and public trust, Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ) judge Denys Barrow said on Thursday, warning that without confidence in justice … Read more FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
BusinessLocal News Royalton Vessence touts Bajan culture, talent, jobs by Shamar Blunt 03/06/2026 by Shamar Blunt 03/06/2026 Tourism investors are banking on culture as a competitive edge, with a new luxury property in St James โ Royalton Vessence Barbados โ positioning Barbadian art, heritage and talent at … Read more FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Arts & CultureCROP OVEREntertainmentLocal News Party Monarch return draws strong response from entertainers by Shamar Blunt 03/06/2026 by Shamar Blunt 03/06/2026 More than 220 entries have been submitted for the revived Party Monarch competition, underscoring strong demand for the platformโs return and signalling a competitive Crop Over season ahead. The National … Read more FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Local NewsWeather Saharan dust eases but โhealth risks persistโ amid rising heat by Shamar Blunt 02/06/2026 by Shamar Blunt 02/06/2026 As Saharan dust concentrations ease across Barbados, a top medical spokesperson warned that lingering air quality issues combined with intensifying summer heat continue to pose health risks, particularly for vulnerable … Read more FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
EnvironmentLocal NewsWeather Dust haze advisory lifted as air slowly clears by Shamar Blunt 01/06/2026 by Shamar Blunt 01/06/2026 A thick plume of Saharan dust that has affected Barbados for several days has begun to clear, prompting the Barbados Meteorological Services to lift a dust haze advisory, although brisk … Read more FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail