CROP OVERLocal News ‘AC’ call for return of two Crop Over events by Shamar Blunt 05/09/2024 written by Shamar Blunt 3 min read Reigning Pic-O-De-Crop Calypso Monarch Adrian AC Clarke has called for the return of two prominent events to the Crop Over festival calendar, citing the increased interest from artistes and the … Continue Reading 05/09/2024 0 comments FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
CROP OVERLocal News Culture leaders challenge Govt’s view of Crop Over success by Ryan Gilkes 16/08/2024 by Ryan Gilkes 16/08/2024 The success of the Crop Over festival remains a key issue of debate as differing assessments emerge in the wake of its 50th anniversary. Senator Dr Shantal Munro-Knight, Minister in … Read more FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
CROP OVERLocal NewsPolitics Minister defends Crop Over 50 amid criticism by Ryan Gilkes 13/08/2024 by Ryan Gilkes 13/08/2024 Minister in the Prime Minister’s Office with responsibility for Culture Senator Shantal Munro-Knight has staunchly defended this year’s Crop Over festival against public criticism, claiming it could be considered one … Read more FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
CROP OVERLocal NewsTourism As Sandals lays off hundreds, BHTA says no need for alarm by Emmanuel Joseph 13/08/2024 by Emmanuel Joseph 13/08/2024 As more than 200 workers at Sandals Resort in Dover, Christ Church, have been made redundant, the Barbados Hotel and Tourism Association (BHTA) on Monday moved to allay fears about … Read more FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Arts & CultureCROP OVERLocal News Mighty Destroyer reflects on career with pride by Barbados Today 10/08/2024 by Barbados Today 10/08/2024 The Crop Over Festival in its 50th year, is a powerful testament to Barbados’ rich cultural heritage. The festival has emerged as a celebration of the island’s enduring spirit. with … Read more FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Arts & CultureCROP OVERLocal News Rain Can’t Stop Dis is Rick: Ignite by Barbados Today 08/08/2024 by Barbados Today 08/08/2024 Neon-hued glow sticks pierced the darkness as Dis is Rick: Ignite transformed the Wildey Gymnasium car park on Saturday night. Early birds flocked to the eagerly awaited event, where DJs … Read more FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
CROP OVEREntertainmentLocal News Calypso monarch ‘unlikely’ to defend crown by Emmanuel Joseph 07/08/2024 by Emmanuel Joseph 07/08/2024 Newly crowned 2024 Calypso Monarch Adrian AC Clarke has revealed he may not defend his title next year, citing major plans that could conflict with the competition. Clarke, who secured … Read more FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
CROP OVERLocal News Thumbs up for the new Grand Kadooment route by Sheria Brathwaite 07/08/2024 by Sheria Brathwaite 07/08/2024 The recently introduced route for Grand Kadooment has been deemed a success by Chief Executive Officer of the National Cultural Foundation Carol Roberts. Roberts said Tuesday that preliminary feedback from … Read more FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
CROP OVERLocal News Police chief endorses new Kadooment route by Emmanuel Joseph 07/08/2024 by Emmanuel Joseph 07/08/2024 Commissioner of Police Richard Boyce has backed retaining the new Grand Kadooment route introduced this year, citing improved safety and security manageme2nt. The police chief’s endorsement is likely to carry … Read more FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
CROP OVERLocal News NCF to take on criticisms for Crop Over improvements, says Roberts by Sheria Brathwaite 07/08/2024 by Sheria Brathwaite 07/08/2024 The Chief Executive Officer of Barbados’ National Cultural Foundation (NCF) has mounted a robust defence of this year’s Crop Over festival, despite acknowledging significant production issues at key shows. Carol … Read more FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail