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Police arrest 22-year-old in bomb threat case

Police arrest a 22-year-old male in connection with a bomb threat against Police Headquarters. The suspect lives on Old Parham Road. First, the incident involves a threat made against Police Headquarters on Monday. This prompted a formal investigation by law enforcement. Subsequently, police launched an operation early on Tuesday morning. Officers acted quickly based on […]

Dozens

Dozens benefit from Malaka Parker health fair

Dozens benefit from a free health screening event in Yorks over the weekend. The fair was organised by Malaka Parker. First, residents gathered at the Yorks Basketball Court. The event created a relaxed and accessible setting for healthcare services. Importantly, an air-conditioned tent supported comfort during the screenings. Residents attended steadily throughout the day. Meanwhile, […]

Joseph

Joseph and Newton secure funding for community centres

Joseph and Newton secure funding for two new community centres in Five Islands and All Saints. Financial approval has now been granted. First, ABLP candidates Michael M. Joseph and Lamin Newton confirmed the development. They issued a joint update on the project. Importantly, the plan focuses on expanding community infrastructure. It aims to improve facilities […]

BREAKING

BREAKING Browne extends tariff suspension on basic goods

BREAKING Browne extends the suspension of the Common External Tariff on selected basic goods indefinitely. The move aims to ease cost of living pressures. First, Prime Minister Gaston Browne confirmed the decision during a “Get to Know Your Candidates” interview. He stressed continued relief for households. Importantly, the suspension keeps prices lower on selected basic […]

Lobster

Lobster and parrotfish closed seasons begin May 1

Lobster and parrotfish closed seasons begin on May 1 in Antigua and Barbuda. Authorities have issued clear fishing restrictions. First, the Caribbean spiny lobster closed season runs from May 1 to June 30. During this period, fishing is not allowed. Importantly, no person may fish for, take, sell, or purchase lobster. Possession is also prohibited […]

ABLP

ABLP Candidate Says Water Supply Improving in St. Paul

ABLP candidate Chet Greene says water supply in St. Paul has improved. He credits new pump installations for recent progress. First, Greene spoke during a “Know Your Candidate” interview. He said work by the Antigua Public Utilities Authority has helped. Moreover, he said new pumping systems now operate in parts of the constituency. These upgrades […]

Police

Police Investigate Bomb Threat at American Road Headquarters

Police are investigating a reported bomb threat at their American Road headquarters. Officers responded quickly to the situation. First, several police officers gathered outside the building. They secured the area immediately after the alert. Meanwhile, authorities began assessing the credibility of the threat. Officers worked to determine the seriousness of the report. However, officials have […]

Prime

Prime Minister: Concert Shooting Not Political, Vows Crackdown

Prime Minister Gaston Browne has condemned the weekend shooting near a political rally in St John’s. He stressed the violence was criminal, not political. First, Browne said he was “deeply concerned” about the early morning incident on Sunday. The shooting happened near a public concert hosted by the Antigua and Barbuda Labour Party. However, he […]

Commonwealth

Commonwealth Observers Begin Work for 2026 Elections

Commonwealth observers have begun work in Antigua and Barbuda for the 2026 General Elections. The team arrived after deployment by Secretary-General Shirley Botchwey. First, the group formed after an invitation from the government. This step shows cooperation with international partners. The team is led by Dr Pelonomi Venson, a former Foreign Affairs Minister of Botswana. […]

Attorney

Attorney Calls for Urgent Labour Code Overhaul

Attorney E. Ann Henry has called for urgent reform of the 1975 Labour Code. She said the law no longer meets national needs. First, Henry warned the Code has been outdated for over 30 years. As a result, workers face unsafe and unhealthy conditions. She explained that current laws fail to address modern workplace realities. […]