Local NewsNews Centenarian still has clear memories of fond times by Barbados Today 10/11/2024 written by Barbados Today 2 min read At 100 years old, Kathleen Isabelle Callender-Foster still has a sharp, clear mind. Barbados’ latest centenarian can remember when her son was a baby and even the salary she earned … Continue Reading 10/11/2024 0 comments FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Local NewsNews Barbados set to mark Independence with grand celebration by Shanna Moore 09/11/2024 by Shanna Moore 09/11/2024 As the nation’s 58th Independence Anniversary approaches, the government has announced that Barbados is set to come alive with a lineup of events in celebration of itsย heritage, culture, and … Read more FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Local NewsNews Deadline extension for Shirley Chisholm art competition by Shanna Moore 09/11/2024 by Shanna Moore 09/11/2024 Minister of State in the Prime Ministerโs Office with responsibility for Culture Senator Dr Shantal Munro-Knight has announced an extension to the Shirley Chisholm art competition deadline, now set for … Read more FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Local NewsNews Troops prepared to honour veterans โregardless of the weather’ on Remembrance Day by Shanna Moore 09/11/2024 by Shanna Moore 09/11/2024 Rain or shine, troops will march during Sunday’s Remembrance Day Parade, Chief of Staff of the Barbados Defence Force (BDF) Brigadier Carlos Lovell said Saturday, noting the importance of honouring … Read more FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Local NewsNews Hilton joint venture to raise $100K for fisherfolk community by Barbados Today 09/11/2024 by Barbados Today 09/11/2024 Hilton Barbados Resort has joined forces with the Barbados Arts Council, Sustainable Caribbean and the Fisheries Division to host a charity event aimed at raising $100,000 to assist the fisherfolk … Read more FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
CourtLocal NewsNews Businessman forced to give up more than $50 000 by Jenique Belgrave 09/11/2024 by Jenique Belgrave 09/11/2024 A Bridgetown store-owner who attempted to leave the island five years ago with US$53 000 (BDS$106 000) without the Central Bank’s permission has had to forfeit half of the amount … Read more FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Local NewsNews Crime prevention action plan likely by year-end, says minister by Sheria Brathwaite 09/11/2024 by Sheria Brathwaite 09/11/2024 Barbados is set to launch its first National Crime Prevention Action Plan by year’s end, aimed at addressing youth crime and its root causes, Minister in the Attorney General’s Office … Read more FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Local NewsNews Opposition Senator demands transparency on Trust Loan Fund by Shamar Blunt 09/11/2024 by Shamar Blunt 09/11/2024 An opposition lawmaker on Fridayโ called for greater transparency and detailed reporting of the Barbados Trust Fund Ltd (BTFL) operations. During a debate on the Business Barbados Bill, Senator Ryan … Read more FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Local NewsNews Senate passes business reform bill aimed at ‘reducing hurdles’ by Ryan Gilkes 09/11/2024 by Ryan Gilkes 09/11/2024 The Senate on Friday approved sweeping legislation to reshape the country’s business landscape by establishing a new state agency to streamline business processes and protect intellectual property rights. The Business … Read more FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Local NewsNews Rihanna brings the Fenty empire home by Coretta Joe 09/11/2024 by Coretta Joe 09/11/2024 Everyone was waiting for Rihanna’s arrival at the Fenty Beauty and Fenty Skin Launch Party in Barbados on Thursday. Dressed in a chocolate ruched dress with her hair styled big … Read more FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
