(Excerpts of Leader of the Opposition, Honourable Dr Godwin Friday’s 2025 Budget presentation) The overall budget is $1, 851, 387, 634. As the minister said, ‘It’s a deficit budget.’ The current deficit is $5.6 million. Amortization is $215. 4 million, and the Sinking Fund is $22 million. The overall deficit is $639.9 million and that is stated the minister’s budget presentation. Some of the concerns that we raised last week in the Estimates debate, as we have done year after year because the problem recurs and that is to look at how the figures are presented, to see if they…
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We are pleased to announce that Coca-Cola bottling subsidiary KOSCAB Holdings Ltd (“KOSCAB”) and Cervecería Nacional Dominicana, S.A. (“CND”) have entered into an agreement for KOSCAB to acquire Saint Vincent Brewery Limited (“SVBL”) among other companies in the Caribbean, by KOSCAB purchasing from CND, SLU Beverages, LTD., the companies’ shareholder, which is part of the global beverage company Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV (ABI). This strategic agreement is subject to pending regulatory approval and the completion of comprehensive and required due diligence processes. It presents an exciting opportunity to unite both businesses under a single parent company. KOSCAB is dedicated to enhancing…
n (Grenadines, Tuesday, January 14, 2025)The SeaMoss Association of St. Vincent & the Grenadines (SMASVG) proudly announces the successful implementation of the third phase of its pivotal project, Rebuilding Infrastructure and Recovery Support in the Aftermath of Hurricane Beryl. Funded by the Government of Canada through the Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI), this initiative addresses the urgent needs of 10 women whose livelihoods in the sea moss industry were severely impacted by Hurricane Beryl.A Day of Renewed HopeOn September 8, 2024, SMASVG distributed essential equipment and supplies to women from Union Island, Canouan, and Bequia, empowering them to rebuild…
A Vincentian man who believed he fathered four children over the past 20 years is calling on authorities to make paternity DNA testing mandatory at birth . Speaking to ANN, the distraught man revealed that DNA results confirmed he is not the biological father of any of the children he raised. The man explained that he had no reason to doubt their paternity until his mother remarked that his youngest child did not resemble him. “At the time, I was upset with my mom,” he said. “But as the child grew, I became more suspicious and decided to do a…
On January 12, 2025, police arrested and charged two siblings, Cannice Dickson, a 46-year-old businesswoman, and Jamal Dickson, a 50-year-old businessman, both residents of Stubbs, in connection with separate incidents involving law enforcement officers. Cannice Dickson Cannice Dickson was charged with: Investigations revealed that on January 11, 2025, in Stubbs, Cannice allegedly assaulted PC Kayzonna Lavia, causing injuries, and resisted arrest by pushing Cpl Hadley Ballantyne during the execution of his duties. Jamal Dickson Jamal Dickson was charged with: It is alleged that Jamal obstructed Cpl Ballantyne while performing his lawful duties and attempted to assault PC Lavia. Court Proceedings…
/Campari enthusiasts were in for a thrilling experience at the recent ‘Mix and Win’ promotion held on December 22nd next to Ace Hardware, Kingstown, where excitement, prizes and the bold flavour of Campari took centre stage. During the course of the promotion, persons were treated to an unforgettable experience, combining fun, suspense and hard, cold cash. Shoppers who purchased two bottles of Campari earned exclusive access to the Cash Vault where they stepped inside to grab as much cash as they could in a whirlwind of swirling bills. The vault became the center…
On January 12, 2025, police arrested and charged Calbert Harry, a 29-year-old construction worker of Green Hill, with possession of an offensive weapon. According to investigations, on January 10, 2025, at approximately 6:46 p.m., Harry was found in possession of a Meat Cleaver (a.k.a. Chinese chopper) without lawful excuse in a public place, specifically the Kingstown Public Road. Harry appeared before the Kingstown Magistrate Court on January 13, 2025, and pleaded not guilty to the charge. He was granted bail in the sum of $1,500.00 ECC with one surety. He was also ordered not to have any contact with the…
On January 11, 2025, police arrested and charged Glenroy Holder, a 39-year-old unemployed resident of Redemption Sharpes, with the offence of wounding. Investigations revealed that on October 4, 2024, at approximately 8:30 p.m., Holder unlawfully and maliciously wounded Aaron Phillips, a 49-year-old farmer of Redemption Sharpes, by striking him on the left side of his face with a glass bottle. Holder appeared before the Kingstown Magistrate court on January 13, 2025, and pleaded not guilty to the charge. He was granted bail in the sum of $2,500.00 ECC with one surety. He was ordered not to have any contact with…
January 14, 2025 – Kingstown: On January 10, 2025, police arrested and charged Michael De-Grads, a 41-year-old mechanic of Union Island, with several traffic-related offences. Investigations revealed that De-Grads, as the driver of motor vehicle P-3826, operated the vehicle without the relevant license for the period July 1, 2024, to January 1, 2025. Additionally, the vehicle did not have a prescribed plate affixed to the front and rear as required by law. Further investigations uncovered that De-Grads operated the vehicle without a valid policy of insurance in respect of third-party risk. He is also alleged to have fraudulently used license…
Dear North Leeward constituents,“The fire within the hearts of youth lights the path to a brighter future.” – Anonymous It is with burning hope I write this letter to extend my support and endorsement to Mr. Kishore Shallow’s candidacy for North Leeward in the next general elections.Firstly, North Leeward, our future belongs to the youths. As our elder community leaders, role models and influencers near the end, the younger people must at some point takeover such roles. Young people must seek and cherish the opportunities to lead and live a civic competent and responsible life for the benefit of our…