Paul’s Avenue was rocked by gun violence early Saturday, November 30, 2024, as two men were fatally shot and two others injured in a late-night attack. In a statement, the Royal St. Vincent and the Grenadines Police Force (RSVGPF) confirmed officers responded to reports of multiple gunshots around 3:30 a.m. “Two of the men were pronounced dead at the scene shortly after by the District Medical Officer (DMO), while the other two were transported to the Milton Cato Memorial Hospital for medical treatment,” police stated. One of the injured remains in critical condition. One of the deceased has been identified…
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On November 27, 2024, police arrested and charged Ifee Lewis, a 31-year-old Mechanic of Mckies Hill, with the offence of Handling Stolen Property. According to investigations, the accused knew or believed that one (1) green and yellow concrete mixer was stolen goods and dishonestly received it for his own benefit. The offence was committed in Mckies Hill on November 26, 2024. Lewis appeared before the Kingstown Magistrate Court on November 28, 2024, where he pleaded not guilty to the charge. He was granted bail in the sum of $2,500.00 ECC with one (1) surety. He is to report to the…
Hairoun soft drinks as they are commonly known have long been Vincentian favorites, bringing a refreshing taste of the Caribbean to every gathering. Now, St. Vincent Brewery Ltd. (SVBL) is thrilled to introduce an exciting transformation with three fresh features: reimagined innovative names, a sleek new design, and—for the first time—a full nutritional panel, providing transparency for today’s consumers value. With these updates, the St. Vincent Brewery Limited’s beloved soft drinks are ready to delight both loyal fans and new audiences. “Our new visual identity reflects our commitment to quality and celebrates the flavors of St. Vincent and the Grenadines,”…
Two men are dead and another is injured after a triple shooting on Paul’s Avenue at around 3 a.m. Police have confirmed and toANN . No name has been released at this time . This incident raises concerns as the murder rate has already reached 47 for the year. Further updates to follow.
Wayne Hull Named Country Manager of Flow Antigua and Barbuda C&W Communications has announced the appointment of Wayne Hull as Country Manager for its operations in Antigua and Barbuda. Hull, a telecommunications executive with more than 20 years of experience, previously served as Country Manager for Flow St. Vincent and the Grenadines since 2015. Hull’s career within Cable & Wireless Communications has been marked by senior roles in finance and management. He has served as Finance Manager and Finance Operations Manager for the Southern Caribbean Cluster, as well as Director and Company Secretary for operations in Grenada and St. Vincent.…
The Government of St. Vincent and the Grenadines is ramping up efforts to secure access to PayPal for its citizens, aiming to eliminate longstanding barriers to the global digital payment platform. Minister of Finance Camillo Gonsalves revealed that negotiations with PayPal are progressing, though the process has been slower than expected. “For too long, Vincentians have faced unnecessary obstacles in accessing PayPal services, despite being part of the Eastern Caribbean Currency Union with harmonized financial laws,” Gonsalves said. “PayPal initially raised concerns about differing legal systems, but we’ve clarified that our framework aligns seamlessly with those of other member states…
Two new wells will be constructed in Overland, North Windward, as part of the Volcano Eruption Emergency Project (VEEP), an initiative funded by the World Bank. The announcement was made by Project Engineer Nerissa Fergus during a community consultation on Tuesday, November 26, 2024. Fergus explained that the project, in partnership with the Central Water and Sewerage Authority (CWSA), aims to provide residents with a reliable and continuous supply of clean water, even during natural disasters. “The project includes drilling two wells in Overland, treating and pumping the water through newly installed pipelines, and distributing it to several water tanks…
The Royal Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Police Force is pleased to announce the schedule for the Police Band’s Christmas Season Performances. The band will bring festive cheer to various communities on the following dates, times, and locations: Schedule: Sunday, 1st December 2024: Nine Morning Launch – 5:30 PM Monday, 2nd December 2024: Richland Park – 5:00 PM Tuesday, 3rd December 2024: Colonarie – 5:00 PM Wednesday, 4th December 2024: Layou – 5:00 PM Thursday, 5th December 2024: Rose Hall – 5:00 PM Friday, 6th December 2024: Crime Prevention Showcase, NBC Radio Compound – 9:30 AM Kingston NBC Radio Compound…
BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, November 28, 2024 (SKNIS) – The ASPIRE Bill, 2024, was successfully passed in the National Assembly during the Thursday, November 28 sitting, paving the way for the full implementation of the ground-breaking and transformative Achieving Success through Personal Investment, Resources and Education (ASPIRE) initiative that will foster financial literacy, instill positive saving habits and encourage early investment practices among the nation’s youth. The ASPIRE Bill, 2024, moved by Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, underscores the government’s commitment to empowering the next generation and fostering economic resilience in St. Kitts and Nevis. The Bill provides…
Vincentian Lawyer, Activist, Writer, and NGO leader, Jeshua Bardoo, was pleased to attend the 29th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) dubbed COP29. This year, COP29 took place from the 11th to the 22nd of November 2024 in Baku, Azerbaijan. While attending COP29, he participated in several panel discussions and stressed an intersectional approach to climate change that focuses on the human rights of the most vulnerable in society, including but not limited to women, children, LGBTQ+ persons, persons with disabilities, Indigenous persons, and persons experiencing poverty, etc. Bardoo’s attendance at COP29…