Vincentians are being urged to act now and apply for the United Kingdom government’s prestigious Chevening scholarship, which affords scholars the opportunity to pursue a one-year taught Masters degree at a UK university. Local Alumni Head, B. Tedra Kirby, is urging locals who are eligible for the scholarship to apply during the current application window, which closes on November 1st, 12:00GMT/ 8:00am AST (local time). Kirby, who was appointed alumni head last year, says “We know there exists a plethora of Vincentians who are eligable and will make very competitive and compelling candidates. Just this year we’ve had the biggest…
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World Pediatric Project’s (WPP) urology team traveled from St. Louis, Missouri, USA and successfully completed clinic in St. Vincent and the Grenadines on Sunday, October 16th 2022. After evaluating 31 children in clinic, 15 were scheduled for surgery throughout this week. 10 of the patients are regional coming from Barbados, St. Lucia, St. Kitts, and Dominica. WPP volunteer and Pediatric Urologist Dr. Douglas Coplen expressed great delight to be back after almost two years to see how things have progressed despite COVID-19. During COVID-19 they were able to evaluate and provide technical support for some children via tele-medicine, assisting remotely…
St. Vincent and the Grenadines lost their crucial fourth round Netball World Cup qualifying match against Barbados 57 – 36 on Wednesday night, at the National Indoor Sports Centre in Kingston, Jamaica. This loss has placed the Vincentian’s chances of qualification for the 2023 Netball World Cup in South Africa, in jeopardy. St. Vincent and the Grenadines won the first quarter 12 – 10, but Barbados responded to win the second 25 – 20, the third 43 – 26, with the final score 57 – 36. Adding to the Vincentian problems is that two players are scheduled to have MRI…
Minister of Health, Wellness and the Environment St. Clair Prince says his ministry is committed dealing with the issue of the transportation of the nation’s nurses on weekends, public holidays and late night shifts. He says the ministry will soon start providing free transportation for these nurses, using the vehicles already available within the ministry.“Government recognizes the extraordinary contribution of the nurses to healthcare delivery, and where there are communities where formal transportation services might either not be available or are insufficient, the ministry is committed and have chosen to fill the healthcare transportation in many ways; and chief among…
Prime Minister Dr. Ralph Gonsalves during the sitting of the house of assembly earlier this week disclosed that he has been having discussions with the commissioner of Police Colin John, pertaining to hiring of skilled drivers to the Royal St. Vincent and the Grenadines Police Force. The Prime Minister said this is due to the condition of the vehicles currently in the force and the manner in which some officers treat them. “This is something which I had discussed with the commissioner, we are actively looking at to hire persons who do not now have the entry qualifications to the…
A move into the fashion design and production business seemed like a natural transition for Alana of Alana Designs. According to her, starting a business of her own just happened, saying ‘I did not choose this type of business. It chose me’. Being surrounded by fashion design and production from a young age, from her mother to grandmother, eventually making fits of her own for herself initially. ‘Getting into business just happened. I was doing what I love and had to find a way of supporting what I enjoyed doing. I always had an idea of how to sew. My…
When Dr. Alston ‘Becket’ Cyrus was conferred his honorary Doctor of Letters by the University of the West Indies at the graduation ceremony at the Five Islands campus in Antigua and Barbuda, congratulations came from every corner of the world. Timothy Watkins, better known as Baron, also sent commendations the ABC of calypso’s way, while they were a few words, they were filled with lots of love and appreciation for Dr. Cyrus. ‘Congratulations to Dr. Alston Cyrus Becket the ABC of Calypso, a quiet gentleman always greet me with a smile he is ah brother to me and when he…
St. Vincent and the Grenadines defeated Saint Lucia 49 – 36, at the National Indoor Sports Centre, in Kingston, Jamaica on Tuesday night. The Vincentians led in all quarters 15 – 6, 27 – 15, 40 – 22, and finally 49 – 36, as they secured their second victory in three matches played to date, in the Netball World Cup Qualifiers. Head coach Godfrey Harry said “we are on course to achieve what we came here for which is a qualifying spot in the World Cup next year, and that is what we are setting out to do.” St. Vincent…
By Chevanev Charles Congratulations are extended to Petty Officer Mr Dwight Lewis on graduating with distinction and honors with a degree in international maritime law from the International Maritime Law Institute. This United Nations institute, situated in Malta, just south of Italy, is in the top categories worldwide for maritime legal education. Mr Dwight Lewis graduated, winning the “Transport Malta” Prize for Best Performance in Shipping Law. As Malta is a leading flag state in maritime legal education, ship and super yacht registration, this is a distinct achievement and demonstrates the hard work, intellect and skill that Mr Lewis possesses.…
Teachers as well as students at the Belair Government School are having a more enjoyable experience thanks to the St. Vincent Building and Loan Association’s (SVBLA) contribution of wall mounted fans. On Wednesday, 5th October, SVBLA handed over wall mounted fans to Principal Mrs. Carmille Nichols-Bascombe and President of the Parent Teacher Association, Mr. Joseph Bascombe. Despite ventilation at the school, both teachers and students were finding it difficult to cope due to the heat. Candice Sealey, Marketing Officer at SVBLA, noted that SVBLA places a high value on education as is demonstrated through its yearly scholarship awards. Therefore the…