Agriculture camp aims to grow young farmers Lourianne Graham01/08/2026046 views More than 20 primary and secondary school students have completed the first cohort of the Ministry of Agriculture’s Hearts and Minds summer camp, with organisers hoping to expand the programme… Read more
Soca monarch swaps stage for summer camp to inspire youngsters Shamar Blunt01/08/2026069 views Soca Monarch Mikey Mercer turned his attention from the stage to the classroom on Friday, using his moment in the spotlight to encourage dozens of youngsters to pursue their ambitions… Read more
New Start: Westbury man to get new home as collapsed house demolished Ricardo Roberts28/07/2026031 views A Westbury man who spent more than eight months living in a collapsed, roofless house without electricity or running water is set to receive a new home after demolition crews… Read more
Soroptimists to relaunch senior village repairs Lourianne Graham28/07/20260304 views Soroptimist International Barbados plans to relaunch its Adopt-A-Unit initiative to fund urgent repairs and refurbishment at its Eden Lodge senior citizens’ village, where several units remain unusable and demand for… Read more
Former educator celebrates 100th birthday Jenique Belgrave26/07/202607.2K views Surrounded by friends and family, Esther Lilian Wickham on Sunday joined the ranks of Barbados’ centenarians as she celebrated her 100th birthday with gratitude and joy. “I feel good. I… Read more
Preparations intensify for farewell to Sir Garry Jenique Belgrave26/07/202601.4K views A full-scale rehearsal was conducted on Sunday ahead of the State Funeral for National Hero Sir Garfield Sobers. During the morning’s proceedings, there was a ceremonial procession from Parliament Buildings… Read more
Specialised wheelchairs changing children’s lives Lourianne Graham25/07/20260314 views Children with mobility challenges are now riding in specialised wheelchairs designed to improve their posture, comfort and independence through an annual clinic supported by the Sandy Lane Charitable Trust. The… Read more
Blind chess programme aims for world stage Lourianne Graham24/07/2026045 views The blind and visually impaired chess players are set to benefit from a new national programme aimed at promoting inclusivity for people with disabilities. The Barbados Chess Federation is gearing… Read more
Sandy Lane charity, uniform maker partner to put kids in fresh school garb Shanna Moore24/07/20260340 views More families will receive help getting children ready for the new school year after the Sandy Lane Charitable Trust launched an expanded back-to-school assistance programme, including a $100 000 investment… Read more
BARP moves to formalise elder abuse reporting as cases rise Shamar Blunt24/07/20260113 views The Barbados Association of Retired Persons (BARP) is moving to formalise how elder abuse cases are handled, amid growing reports from seniors seeking direct intervention at its offices. As the… Read more