The Royal Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Police Force (RSVGPF) is investigating a fatal shooting that occurred in Rose Place, Kingstown, on December 10, 2024, which claimed the life of one Jarvis “Smadd Dan” Horne, a 28-year-old resident from Belmont. Police promptly responded to reports of the incident, where they discovered Mr. Horne with multiple gunshot wounds to the head. He was immediately transported to the Milton Cato Memorial Hospital where he later succumbed to his injuries. A post-mortem examination will be conducted to ascertain the exact cause of death. The RSVGPF is appealing to anyone with information that could…
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Caribbean Airlines Limited advises that the company continues to work collaboratively with the Trinidad and Tobago Airline Pilots Association (TTALPA) to resolve outstanding wage negotiations. Earlier today, representatives of Caribbean Airlines and TTALPA met to advance discussions, and the signing of the agreement is imminent. In addition, the Chairman of TTALPA, Larry Imamshah, has firmly refuted statements currently circulating in the media, specifically on CNC3, regarding potential disruptions to the airline’s operations. These reports are inaccurate and do not reflect the ongoing positive engagement between Caribbean Airlines and TTALPA. Caribbean Airlines assures its valued customers that all operations are proceeding…
• Non-Europeans can now apply in advance for an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) and will need one to travel to the UK from January 2025. • The launch of ETAs for non-Europeans follows the successful rollout to Gulf nationals in February this year. • Electronic travel is a major step forward in digitising and streamlining the UK border. The UK Government is introducing Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) for millions of visitors who pass through the UK border every year, including six million from the USA, Canada, and Australia. From November 27th, 2024 all eligible non-European visitors can apply for an…
Caribbean Airlines announces the start of its new service to the French island of Guadeloupe, marking a significant milestone in the airline’s commitment to enhancing regional connectivity. This new route, operating four (4) times per week via St. Lucia and Dominica, opens new opportunities for seamless travel and collaboration across the Caribbean. The introduction of flights to Guadeloupe brings a fitting conclusion to an ambitious year of expansion for Caribbean Airlines. In 2024, the airline’s network grew with the addition of Puerto Rico, Martinique and now Guadeloupe. These new destinations are complemented by key regional developments, including flights between Ogle,…
International Day of Persons with Disabilities was celebrated on the 3rd of December 2024. While it is true that some strides have been made in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG) to empower persons with disabilities, significant issues remain that pose serious barriers and restrict progress on the rights of persons with disabilities in Vincentian society. Many issues can be touched on but for the purpose of this article, I want to highlight SVG’s lack of accession to the Inter-American Convention on the Elimination of all Forms of Discrimination Against Persons with Disabilities (CIADDIS). Apart from its domestic laws, SVG…
The Royal Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Police Force (RSVGPF) is investigating the fatal shooting of Ronald Millington, a 40-year-old self-employed resident of Murray’s Village, who was gunned down on the night of December 6, 2024. Police officers responded swiftly to reports of gunfire in the area and discovered Millington at the scene with multiple gunshot wounds to the head. The District Medical Officer (DMO) pronounced him dead on the spot, and the body was removed following authorization by the Magistrate. Investigators have recovered several spent shells and other evidence from the scene, which they believe will be critical to…
(Excerpts of Cheiftain Neptune’s presentation at the NDP’s Town Hall Meeting) Over the past two decades, St Vincent and the Grenadines has experienced an increase in crime. We all know that crime negatively impacts our communities, local businesses and the country’s ability to attract foreign investors. The statistics has shown that there is a symbiotic relationship between productivity and the quality of life. Crime must therefore be eradicated by all means necessary and we must do so if St Vincent and the Grenadines is to remain the jewel of the Caribbean. Past and present administrations have taken a more reactive…
A three-day training workshop focused on “Agricultural Project Appraisal Techniques and Applications” was another successful collaboration between the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and The Ministry of Agriculture, Food, and Nutritional Security (MAFNS) in Barbados. The primary goal was to equip participants with essential tools and methodologies for conducting rigorous Cost-Benefit Analysis (CBA), financial analysis, and Environmental and Social Impact Assessments. These skills are critical for ensuring that agricultural and fisheries projects are aligned with national development priorities, climate resilience, and the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The workshop held from November 19-21, 2024, was…
A man has been fatally shot in Murray’s Village this evening. Police are on the scene investigating the incident. The circumstances surrounding the shooting remain unclear at this time. This is a developing story. More updates will be provided as information becomes available. For details, visit .
Kingstown, December 4, 2024 – The Royal St. Vincent and the Grenadines Police Force (RSVGPF) has released new details about the investigation into the fatal shooting of three men in Paul’s Avenue on November 30, 2024.The victims, identified as Lawrence Warren, 56, a cart man from Ottley Hall; Don Ashton, 47, a labourer from Paul’s Avenue; and Alston Henry, 38, of Diamond Village, were killed in what police have described as a violent and troubling incident.Post-mortem examinations conducted on December 3 revealed the causes of death:Lawrence Warren died from exsanguination due to multiple gunshot wounds.Don Ashton succumbed to gunshot wounds…