On Monday, May 6th, 2024, Police arrested and charged Wayne Bacchus a 23-year-old Bartender of Arnos Vale with the offence of Possession of a Controlled Drug and Drug Trafficking. The Accused allegedly had in his possession five hundred and fourteen (514) grams of Cannabis with the intent to supply it to another. He was further charged with having in his possession five hundred and fourteen grams of cannabis for the purpose of Drug Trafficking. The offence was allegedly committed at the Kingstown Port on Monday 6th May 2024 about 5:30 p.m. He was fined the sum of two hundred dollars…
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On Saturday 27th April, 2024 at the 37th Annual General Meeting of Soroptimist International St.Vincent and the Grenadines (SISVG) Jane Farrell was unanimously elected as President. Other elected members to serve on the Board of Directors were: Vice President Velda Gumbs, Secretary Jonelle O’Garro, Treasurer Christine DaSilva, Programme Action Noami Laborde, Membership and Safeguarding Ikarmola Laborde, Governance and Development Rene Baptiste, Communications Samantha Cordice with Donnette O’Neil as Immediate Past President. Rene Baptiste continues to serve in the capacity of President Elect at the regional body Soroptimist International Caribbean (SICN) and Ikamola Laborde as the Club’s representative. Josie- Ann Small…
Sandals Saint Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG) opened its doors to the public on March 27, 2024, and it has been ‘all systems go’ since then. As team members settle into their new roles, several of them have begun to stand out – proving that the team assembled at Buccament Bay is shaping up to be the new generation of exceptional hospitality in SVG! Over the next few weeks, Sandals SVG is taking the opportunity to present brief features on six (6) of its outstanding team members. We kick things off with Brent Ollivierre and Andraé Jackson. BRENT OLLIVIERRE –…
The “Garifuna dancers” of the CW Prescod Primary School took the spotlight at a ceremony which was held at Frenches House on Friday April 26. 2024 to mark World Intellectual Property Day. The dancers, attired in the appropriate costumes, enthralled the appreciative audience, which comprised mainly students of Bishop’s College, Kingstown. The attire of the students themselves (some in school uniform, others in the school’s purple T-shirts), contributed immensely to the celebratory atmosphere which prevailed at the World Intellectual Property Day event, of which their School graciously consented to be a partner to make the event possible. Bishop’s College Kingstown…
The Sandals Foundation has partnered with the Vincentian Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals effecting a four-day spay and neuter clinic for some three hundred (300) cats and dogs in the Owia, Sandy Bay and Georgetown areas.The initiative came less than a month after its parent company, Sandals Resorts International, made St. Vincent and the Grenadines its newest home. The company’s philanthropic organisation invested over EC $5,000 towards the 2024 series of clinics, creating the platform for service beyond hotel doors.Overpopulation of stray animals, as a result of uncontrolled breeding, results in challenges to find shelter, food shortages,…
Kevin Lyttle Junior, the son of the globally renowned soca artist Kevin Lyttle, has showcased his exceptional athletic prowess by winning both the 100-meter and 200-meter finals at the FLYRA Middle School State Championships held in Bradenton, Florida. His remarkable victory has undoubtedly marked him as a rising star in the world of athletics, and we can expect to see more of his achievements in the future. The young athlete, competing under the banner of the Miami Elite Track Club, has left an indelible mark with his remarkable speed. According to official records, he clocked in at 22.58 seconds in…
Chairman of the Carnival Development Corporation Ricardo Adams says that he is excited for the music that is on the way for St. Vincent and the Grenadines’ Carnival celebrations VincyMas 2024. Mr. Adams was at the time speaking at a press conference, providing details on the merger of the ICC World Cup trophy tour and the launch of the hottest carnival in the Caribbean, VincyMas. “I’m really excited about the music that I hear coming out for Vincy Mas so far this year. It seems as though we’re having some early releases and we’re having some very interesting releases. So, and…
I am not the only person clamoring for a Sunday bus service and on this occasion I am representing the nurses, police, security guards, Sunday worshippers, sea port and airport workers, hotel staff, supermarket workers and local tourists who all suffer from the lack of a Sunday bus service in SVG. And here I am appealing to the minibus association to seriously consider getting its members on board, and I hope they are reading ! For most Vincentians the only time available for them to visit relatives in another part of the country is on a weekend, but particularly on…
Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Coreas Distribution Ltd Jimmie Forde said the company is committed to the continued development of the Vincentian youths. Mr. Forde was at this time addressing the opening of the Coreas Distribution Ltd Top Belair Progressive Organisation (TBPO) Football Competition held at the Dauphine Community Centre on Sunday.” Please let me know if you need any further assistance. “We are committed to contributing to the growth and development of the young people in our country. Our involvement in various sports activities such as athletics, football, and domino, is a testament to this commitment. We take pride…
As St. Vincent and the Grenadines celebrate National Parks Awareness Month, it’s a great opportunity to recognize the importance of parks for young children. Rodica Tannis, the acting Director of the National Parks Authority, has emphasized the benefits of parks for kids. Miss Tannis firmly believes that parks provide a valuable outlet for children to express themselves without relying on electronic devices. In her opinion, an inclusive playground within a park environment can make a significant difference in the lives of children, particularly those with disabilities. By removing devices from the equation, kids can come together and enjoy one another’s…