CommunityLocal News Barbados President retires ‘Lieutenant Colonelโ from official title by Shamar Blunt 06/06/2026 written by Shamar Blunt 2 min read President Jeffrey Bostic has announced that he will no longer use the military title of ‘Lieutenant Colonel’ as part of his official designation, saying the time has come to be … Continue Reading 06/06/2026 0 comments FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Local NewsPress Releases Three choirs unite for charity concert at Stย Mary’s Anglican Church by Barbados Today 06/06/2026 by Barbados Today 06/06/2026 Three of Barbados’ leading choral ensembles will join forces on Sunday, June 7, for a special fundraising concert aimed at supporting two worthy causes, while showcasing the island’s rich musical … Read more FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
BusinessLocal NewsYouth Young entrepreneur starts new business venture by Shamar Blunt 06/06/2026 by Shamar Blunt 06/06/2026 Barbadian entrepreneur Tyrique Wilson, best known for launching the successful Carrington’s Rum Cream brand in 2020, has expanded his business portfolio with the opening of Outlet Auto Spas at the … Read more FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
HealthLocal NewsYouth Push against junk food marketing to curb childhood obesity by Shamar Blunt 06/06/2026 by Shamar Blunt 06/06/2026 Increasing consumption of ultra-processed foods among young people continues to contribute to a rise in childhood obesity in Barbados and across the Caribbean, Youth Advocacy Officer with the Heart & … Read more FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Local News Light & Power warns customers to isolate renewable systems ahead of storms by Shamar Blunt 06/06/2026 by Shamar Blunt 06/06/2026 Barbados Light & Power has warned that improperly isolated solar systems and generators could endanger its crews during stormโrelated outages, as the utility ramps up preparations for the hurricane season. … Read more FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
EducationJudicialLocal News Opposition senator calls for public education on gangs bill by Jenique Belgrave 06/06/2026 by Jenique Belgrave 06/06/2026 Opposition senator Karina Goodridge backed the anti-gang bill in the Senate on Friday, while calling for a broad national education campaign and stronger community involvement, warning that key provisions could … Read more FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
CommunityEnvironmentLocal NewsYouth Young people seek a bigger role in climate decisions by Lourianne Graham 06/06/2026 by Lourianne Graham 06/06/2026 Young people across the Eastern Caribbean are eager to pursue careers in the green and circular economy, but a lack of information, training and accessible opportunities is preventing many from … Read more FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
CrimeJudicialLocal News Senator suggests financial crime laws to tackle gangs by Shamar Blunt 06/06/2026 by Shamar Blunt 06/06/2026 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 … Read more FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
Local NewsSports Blackman & Gollop, Grantley Prescod in winnersโ row by Kurtis Hinds 06/06/2026 by Kurtis Hinds 06/06/2026 Blackman & Gollop and Grantley Prescod recorded two wins when the National Sports Council Pedialyte Sport Primary School Netball competition continued with games at the Glebe, St George on Friday. … Read more FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
CourtLocal News Jackson man jailed for illegal firearm, ammunition possession by Jenique Belgrave 06/06/2026 by Jenique Belgrave 06/06/2026 A Jackson, St Michael man has been sentenced to prison for nearly two years for illegal possession of a firearm and ammunition, with the court warning about the growing threat … Read more FacebookTwitterLinkedinWhatsappEmail
