The Royal St. Vincent and the Grenadines Police Force (RSVGPF) wishes to inform the public that the funeral service for the late Police Constable 504 Alford Jacobs will be held on Saturday, April 26, 2025, at the Biabou Evangelical Church.Viewing: 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.Service: 1:00 p.m.Interment: Biabou CemeteryConstable Jacobs passed away on March 11, 2025, in the United Kingdom. His death has brought deep sorrow to the RSVGPF and all who knew him. For over seventeen years, he served with honour, humility and strength. As we prepare to lay him to rest, we do so with gratitude, for his…
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North Windward at a Crossroads: A Quarter Century of Stagnation Meets a New Vision for Change By Jason AlexanderPolitical Correspondent, Sentinel Research Group As the 2025 general elections approach, North Windward finds itself at a moment of historic transition. For the first time in nearly a quarter of a century, the name Montgomery Daniel will not appear on the ballot. In his place, two accomplished women, Dr. Grace Walters of the Unity Labour Party (ULP) and Shevern John of the New Democratic Party (NDP), are offering themselves to the people. Dr. Walters, a native of Sandy Bay, is an accomplished…
I consider it pitiable that our Prime Minister Dr. Ralph Gonsalves, even as he is approaching the very end of his tenure as the leader of government in this beautiful land, is still seemingly indifferent to factors which are negatively impacting the well-being of the people whose interests he had sincerely pledged to defend. Here I am at two o’clock in the morning, not able to sleep because of the disturbing, loud amplified music which has been going on since yesterday evening here in Arnos Vale. Over the last several years, this has been the pattern. When we call the…
April 20, 2025 – Kingstown: The Royal St. Vincent and the Grenadines Police Force (RSVGPF) is investigating a fatal shooting that occurred in Layou on Saturday, October 19, 2024.Police responded to a report of a shooting in the Layou area. On arrival, officers met the unresponsive body of a male with what appeared to be multiple gunshot wounds to the upper body. The deceased was subsequently identified as Mr. Oranson Garraway, a 33-year-old labourer of Layou.The body was pronounced dead at the scene. The Crime Scene Unit later arrived, processed the area, and collected several items of evidential value. Authorization…
(Excerpts of Senator Israel Bruce’s Presentation at a Public Meeting in Diamonds, South Central Windward)I want to talk to you about the significant challenges we face in this community. And more importantly, Diamonds, the path forward. A path that you and I can walk together. Let me start by addressing the pressing issues that have plagued our agricultural community.The Diamonds you and I know has always been a thriving agricultural community. I am alive of the issues that are affecting you, the farmers and agricultural producers right here in Diamonds. I am too much aware that the theft of your…
After roving across Jamaica, making dynamic stops in all four regions where Sandals and Beaches Resorts operate, the All That’s Good Road Show has officially taken flight, landing first in Antigua and energizing team members at unprecedented levels.This one-of-a-kind employee engagement experience is a fresh twist on how Sandals and Beaches connect with their team members, bringing joy, entertainment and jaw-dropping prizes straight to team members’ doorsteps. With non-stop music, big performances and giveaways that wow, the Road Show is doubling down on wholesome employee experience in the region.Led by Corporate Manager for Employee Experience, Jamie Green, a powerhouse team…
Miami, FL – April 18, 2025King Ocean is extremely pleased that on Thursday, April 17, President Trump and the USTR released an immediate fee plan to revitalize American shipbuilding that has, amongst others, grandfathered-in clauses and exemptions for container vessels sized under 4,000 TEUs (Twenty-foot Equivalent Units) and vessels carrying on trade within 2,000 sea-miles of certain U.S. ports. We are relieved to see language protecting King Ocean and the interests of the South Florida regional shipping community, as well as providing clauses and fee exemptions for our client base and our trade-lanes at-large. Based on the type and size…
St. Vincent and the Grenadines — The inaugural St. Vincent and the Grenadines Sailing Week officially launched on 13th April, 2025, with a spirited opening ceremony held at the Blue Lagoon Hotel and Marina. The marina buzzed with excitement as officials, sailors, sponsors, and guests gathered to kick off this event. The ceremony placed special emphasis on the junior sailors, recognising them as the future of sailing and key to the sport’s sustainability in the country, setting the tone for an inspiring and competitive week on the water. The first event on the calendar, the Bougainvillea Cup, began immediately following…
Mr Travis Harry is currently the most trending vincentian if we were to use last weeks stats. I do not know this individual personally however I admire his self confidence and his march at trying to keep both parties accountable. The drone shots of the port development and his celebrity slots on morning radio has thrown a light on issues affecting the two parties hoping to form government in the coming months. T hat being said Travis is not beyond reproach in his continued assessment of both the ULP and NDP and a fault if he has one is his…
The Royal St. Vincent and the Grenadines Police Force (RSVGPF) is investigating a homicide that occurred in the community of Diamond on Thursday, April 17, 2025.At approximately 5:10 p.m., police received a report of a shooting incident along the Diamond Main Road. Upon arrival, officers discovered the lifeless body of a male individual who was later identified as Mr. Diazhaun Jack, a 20-year-old labourer of Diamond.Preliminary investigations indicate that Mr. Jack sustained multiple gunshot wounds about his body. He was officially pronounced dead at the scene. Approval was subsequently granted for the removal of the body, which was transported to…