BY DR. THE HON. RALPH E. GONSALVES PRIME MINISTER OF ST. VINCENT AND THE GRENADINES CHRISTMAS 2024 Our Caribbean civilisation, inclusive of its magnificent Vincentian component, embraces the commemorative birthday of Jesus Christ with a traditional spirit of togetherness in peace, love, faith, and a renewed sense of hope. It is a time when we rightly prioritise family get-togethers, good neighborliness, community spiritedness, national unity, and individual reflections on life and living now and for the future. It is a season to engender joy and happiness even amidst personal pain, community travails, national challenges, and global turmoil. We especially acknowledge…
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A Season of Peace, Renewal and Unity To the beloved people of our nation, residents and visitors, As the light of Christmas morning shines across our blessed Hairouna, let us pause and consider its deeper meaning. This day springs from a message as old as mankind, a call to live in harmony, a call that beckons each of us; without exception, to uphold goodwill and to walk in peace. The toll of violence weighs heavily upon us. It robs families of their joy, silences laughter, and casts shadows where light should dwell. But this Christmas, let us reject the futility…
Kingstown, December 23, 2024 – Two men appeared before the Serious Offences Court on December 23, 2024, facing charges in unrelated incidents involving possession of ammunition and assault with indecent language. In the first case, Emmanuel Myers Jr., a 24-year-old labourer of Ottley Hall, was arrested and charged for possessing one round of 9mm ammunition without a license under the Firearms Act. The offence occurred on December 19, 2024, in Ottley Hall. Myers pleaded guilty and was fined $700, payable within one month. Failure to pay will result in three months imprisonment at His Majesty’s Prison. In a separate incident,…
n Let Us Support One Another in the Spirit of Christmas Fellow Vincentians and Friends, Let us come together and celebrate the Christmas Season and do so with the certainty that despite our challenges, by the grace of God, better days will come. While the past year has been difficult, the Season offers the opportunity to pause and spend time with loved ones. And it is a time to reflect on God’s enduring love for us. The Christmas season calls on us to think about others; to ask ourselves what we are doing to connect with those around us, what…
Dear Members:As 2024 draws to a close, I find myselfreflecting with deep gratitude on theincredible journey we have shared this year. Ithas been a year of hard work, growth, andmeaningful connections, and none of thiswould have been possible without each ofyou. As we embrace the holiday season, Iwould like to take a moment to send mywarmest wishes to you, and your loved ones.Merry Christmas, and a joyful holiday seasonto you all. I hope this special time brings youpeace, happiness, and cherished moments withthose who matter most. It’s a time to reflecton the blessings we have received and to lookforward with…
On Friday, December 20, 2024, the Serious Offences Court imposed a strict curfew on four defendants as part of their bail conditions. Altha James, Javid Grant, Kamal Ballantyne, and Vashon Thomas, who pleaded not guilty to the charges against them, are required to remain indoors from 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. daily. This curfew is among several stringent measures, including mandatory reporting to the Calliaqua Police Station every Monday and Wednesday between 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., surrendering travel documents, and the placement of stop notices at all ports of entry and exit. Despite being granted bail in the sum…
December 21, 2024 – Kingstown, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines: The Royal Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Police Force (RSVGPF) is informing the public of a temporary traffic disruption at Lowmans Hill due to a fallen container obstructing the roadway. The incident occurred near the ULP Constituency Office, just before the Lowmans Anglican School. Fortunately, no injuries have been reported. However, the obstruction is causing significant delays to traffic flow in the area. Police officers are currently on-site to manage traffic and ensure the safety of all motorists and pedestrians. A crane has been dispatched to the location to facilitate…
December 20, 2024 – Kingstown: In a late-night operation on Wednesday, December 18, 2024, officers from the Glen Mobile Unit intensified their efforts against illegal firearms when they intercepted a silver motor vehicle in the Glen Hill area at approximately 11:45 p.m. A thorough search of the vehicle revealed a black Taurus 9mm pistol and a quantity of 9mm ammunition. The men were immediately arrested and transported to the Calliaqua Police Station for further investigations. The individuals apprehended, all from the Glen community, are: Altha James, a 19-year-old PorterJavid Grant, a 20-year-old Bag BoyKamal Ballantyne, a 23-year-old MechanicVashon Thomas, a…
Rotary International’s District 7030 Governor, Debbie Roopchand, a national of Trinidad and Tobago, completed her official visit to the Rotary Clubs in St. Vincent and the Grenadines from December 13 to 16, 2024, celebrating Rotary’s ongoing commitment to service. The visit began with a festive cocktail event, “The Spirit of the Season,” at La Vue Hotel’s Blu Beach Bar, bringing together Rotarians, Rotaractors, Interactors, and friends of Rotary for a warm and engaging evening of fellowship. On Saturday, DG Debbie participated in the unveiling of St. Vincent and the Grenadines’ first Peace Pole at the Milton Cato Memorial Hospital Gardens. A…
Invest SVG continues to expand its dynamicteam, the agency proudly welcomes Asif Bailey as their lead Content Creatorand Graphic Designer.He will be responsible for the production of high-quality media, such asphotos, videos and graphics to be used across Invest SVG’s various channels.These channels include but are not limited to social media, website, email andmore. Asif successfully joined the team as a result of the Agency’s recruitmentdrive earlier this summer and has already begun showcasing his skills to buildup Invest SVG’s brand efforts. He brings a unique combination of creativeexpertise, technical proficiency, and innovative thinking, with a background inmarketing, graphic design,…