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ABLP

ABLP Canvas Removed After Billboard Dispute in St George

ABLP canvas was removed after a billboard dispute in St George. Notably, the incident involved political candidates from opposing parties. Therefore, tensions rose between campaign teams. A canvas featuring Antigua Barbuda Labour Party candidate Max Fernandez was placed on a billboard. However, the structure belongs to United Progressive Party candidate Kelton Dalso. As a result, […]

Worker

Worker Hospitalized After Construction Site Altercation in Barbuda

Worker was hospitalized in Barbuda after an alleged construction site altercation. Notably, the incident occurred on Wednesday afternoon. Therefore, police continue to investigate the case. The event happened at about 1:30 p.m. at a worksite in Antigua and Barbuda. According to reports, two construction workers argued on site. As a result, the situation escalated quickly. […]

Livestock

Livestock Theft Rises as Farmers Face Infrastructure Gaps

Livestock theft in Antigua and Barbuda is rising. Notably, experts link the increase to weak farming infrastructure. Therefore, farmers face growing losses across the country. Veterinary professional Radcliffe Robins said the problem goes beyond criminal behaviour. Instead, he said poor systems create easy targets for thieves. As a result, livestock owners struggle to protect their […]

Antigua

Antigua Cruise Port Sees Surge in Vendor Interest for Upland Project

Antigua Cruise Port reports strong interest in its Upland Development project. Notably, over 100 applicants applied for just 24 available spaces. Therefore, demand has far exceeded supply for the new vendor area. Marketing and Communications Manager Elijah James confirmed the high response. He said the expression of interest period closed in February. In addition, he […]

Hurricane

Hurricane Risk Lower in 2026 But Threat Remains for Caribbean

Hurricane risk drops for the Caribbean in 2026. However, experts still warn about serious danger. Therefore, residents must stay alert ahead of the Atlantic hurricane season. The Colorado State University Tropical Meteorology Project released the seasonal outlook. Meteorologist Philip J. Klotzbach led the research team. The report gives a 35 percent chance of at least […]

SLBMC

SLBMC Notice Outlines Retroactive Payments for Former Staff

SLBMC issued a notice to exit employees about retroactive payments. Importantly, it explained eligibility rules for former staff. In addition, it detailed payment methods and required documents clearly. The Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre confirmed a 9 percent salary increase payout. This applies to employees who worked from January 1, 2019 to January 31, 2024. […]

HAPI

HAPI Programme Hands Over New Home to Briggins Resident

HAPI Programme handed over a new home to a Briggins resident in Antigua and Barbuda. A resident, Dawn Simon, received the keys and broke down in tears during the handover under the government housing assistance programme for vulnerable residents. She expressed gratitude to officials and supporters present. The Social Protection Board in the Ministry of […]

Four

Four-Day Hazmat Training Builds National Response Strength

Four-day hazardous materials training has ended in Antigua and Barbuda. Notably, around 30 participants completed the programme. In addition, trainees came from multiple emergency response agencies, including Barbuda. The programme aimed to strengthen national response capacity. Moreover, it focused on handling hazardous substances safely. These included chemicals and radioactive materials. The training was coordinated by […]

Missing

Missing Link Candidate Enters Rural West Race

Missing Link leader Nigel Bascus is seeking to enter the St John’s Rural West race. Notably, he represents the Missing Link–Voice of the People Party. As a result, he positions himself as an alternative to major parties. The general election is set for April 30 in Antigua and Barbuda. However, Bascus must first secure ten […]

Cricket

Cricket Boost: Antigua Backs Major High-Performance Campus

Cricket West Indies has welcomed strong support from the Government of Antigua and Barbuda. Notably, the Cabinet approved a landmark campus project in Coolidge. As a result, the region moves closer to modern cricket development. The plan will roll out between 2026 and 2030. Importantly, it will redevelop a 20-acre site owned by Cricket West […]