Villa residents discovered a tragic scene on Tuesday after they found a man dead inside his home. Meanwhile, police launched an investigation into the circumstances. Residents identified the deceased as Henry Waterman. He lived for years in the Villa community in Antigua and Barbuda. Waterman came from Barbados. He also worked previously as a teacher […]
SLBMC Medical Director Dr. Shivon Belle Jarvis has praised nurses for their vital role in healthcare. Meanwhile, she highlighted their importance during International Nurses Day. Jarvis said nurses remain central to patient care and the future of healthcare delivery. In addition, she described their work as essential to saving lives. She issued her remarks in […]
NSWMA has expressed deep sorrow following the death of worker Okeen Lightfoot in a tragic road accident. Meanwhile, colleagues and residents continue to mourn the loss. The National Solid Waste Management Authority released a condolence statement on Tuesday. In it, the agency paid tribute to its fallen employee. “We extend heartfelt condolences on the tragic […]
Thousands of residents lost electricity after a major fault struck near the Cassada substation on Wednesday. As a result, homes and businesses across Antigua went dark. The Antigua Public Utilities Authority, also known as APUA, confirmed the outage shortly after the system collapsed. According to the utility company, the problem started on the Cassada #2 […]
A&B welcomes delegates as Antigua and Barbuda prepares for the 44th Caribbean Travel Marketplace 2026. The event runs until May 15. Ahead of the opening, Minister of State in the Ministry of Tourism Michael Freeland joined officials at VC Bird International Airport on Sunday. He attended meet-and-greet activities and delegate arrivals. In addition, tourism stakeholders […]
Teachers’ Union President reflects on a century of service as the Antigua and Barbuda Union of Teachers (A&BUT) marks 100 years. In addition, President Casroy Charles described the milestone as a journey, not a destination. He said the work of building a strong education system continues. “We have learned that it’s a journey and not […]
Senator Jamila Kirwan delivered an emotional speech after Monday’s swearing-in ceremony. She thanked supporters who stood beside her family during a difficult period of grief. Speaking before relatives, colleagues, and government officials, Kirwan reflected on the loss of her mother. She described her late mother as “our favourite person.” At the same time, Kirwan said […]
The Antigua and Barbuda Hotels and Tourism Association has appointed Brian Murphy as Incoming Chairman. Murphy serves as Director of Operations at Carlisle Bay Antigua. Meanwhile, Murphy replaces Craig Marshall, who resigned from the position. Marshall chaired the Association after his election in 2023 and re-election in 2025. However, he stepped down to take on […]
Director of Nursing at the Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre, Jacqueline Jnobaptiste, has praised nurses across Antigua and Barbuda during Nurses Week 2026. This year’s observance carries the theme, “Our Nurses, Our Future: Empowered Nurses Save Lives.” In her message to nursing staff, Jnobaptiste thanked nurses for their dedication and compassion. She also praised their […]
Police are investigating a fatal traffic collision on All Saints Road that claimed one life on Tuesday morning. The accident involved a motor bus and an employee of the National Solid Waste Management Authority. The incident happened on May 12, 2026, in St. John’s, Antigua and Barbuda. According to police, the bus travelled from west […]
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