Kingstown, St. Vincent & the Grenadines – World Pediatrics (“WP”) has completed their Urology clinic that tookplace on Sunday November 10th 2024. The clinic was held at the Milton Cato Memorial Hospital (“MCMH”) inKingstown where forty-one (41) children were evaluated for concerns including constant urinary tract infections,kidney/bladder stones, bladder concerns associated with neurological disorders and any issues surrounding thegenital area. Twenty (20) of these children were regionals coming from islands such as Barbados, Grenada, St. Kitts,St. Lucia, Antigua and Dominica.Dr. Doug Coplen, Pediatric Urologist was the head of this team. Dr. Thomas Bohannon – Anesthesiologist, JoannaThomeczek and Jeanne Vogt –…
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It is beginning to look a lot like that time of the year. Not Christmas however but the Budget. Prime Minister (Ag) said on radio today that Cabinet was expected to continue with its discussions throughout a portion of the day and the rest of the week. According to Daniel, discussions got underway on November 11 with various ministries making their various presentations. The exercise was an important one, he explained with Cabinet meeting with various groups and ministries for consultations leading up to the presentation of the Estimates of Revenue and Expenditure and the Budget. “As you would realise,…
The much-anticipated opening of the Holiday Inn has been brought forward and will now be opened on November 16. This is a change from the original opening date of November 19 was had been previously announced. Montgomery Daniel speaking in the capacity as Prime Minister (Ag) said on radio on November 13 that due to some ‘unforeseen circumstances’, the opening date had to be changed. The original date was set for November 19, but that date had to be reviewed, and it was subsequently changed to the 16th. The facility which is located at Diamond will officially be opened for…
by Kenville Horne The communities of Chateaubelair and Calliaqua will play host to two major Christmas fairs in December. The events, dubbed Christmas Splash Funfair, will take place on December 14th at the Chateaubelair Playing Field and on December 21st at the Calliaqua Playing Field from 12pm to 7pm. There are no entry fees, but patrons will pay from $3 to $5 to participate in games or use the inflatables. The venues will be transformed into two gaint inflatable theme parks with state-of-the-art Go karts, popular mascots, bouncing castles, water and dry slides, paddle boats, walking water balls, bumper karts, Rodeo Bulls,…
Five Interactors from the Interact Club of St. Vincent Girls’ High School have received training in peace and conflict prevention, mental health matters, diabetes and obesity prevention, among other areas of focus according to Rotary International District 7030’s youth programme agenda. Sponsored by the Rotary Club of St. Vincent and chaperoned by Interact Teacher Advisor Ms. Cerelia Aberdeen, the enthusiastic Interactors welcomed the opportunity to participate in the 2024 Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) hosted by District 7030 in Trinidad and Tobago from November 8 – 10, 2024. The Club was represented by President Yanni Bascombe, Vice President Mya Cumberbatch,…
(Antigua News Room )Prime Minister Gaston Browne has confirmed that the government has denied a request from Sandals Resorts International to import its own fleet of luxury vehicles for guest transportation. The hotel chain requested concessions on the imports which the Cabinet declined. He told Pointe FM that the resort chain’s approach as “greedy,” describing the request as an attempt to monopolize profits within Antigua’s tourism industry at the expense of local businesses. “They want everything,” Browne said. “What room is left for the taxi drivers now at the airport? So they want to benefit in everything.” The Prime Minister…
One of St Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG) foremost social commentators and journalists has published three volumes in a series titled ‘Reflections’. Renwick ‘Kamara’ Rose’s timely, insightful, clear-eyed ‘Reflections’ on Women’s Struggles for Justice and Equity ; We Grandparents’ Backpay – Struggle for Reparatory Justice ; and Reclaiming Our Independence and Defending Democracy present the people-first perspectives, with the easy fluency of one of our Caribbean’s socio-political giants. As a dedicated activist who was always at home and always grounded, Kamara’s vision is untarnished by extraneous meanderings which undermine the forward march of Vincentian and Caribbean people throughout the world.…
Julius Dublin, an 80-year-old farmer from Fitz Hughes, was discharged in a case involving the death of Cosmore Lewis, a 74-year-old mason from Chateaubelair. The case was dismissed by Senior Magistrate Colin John at the Serious Offenses Court after Dublin’s lawyer, Patina Knights, argued a no-case submission. Dublin had faced a charge of causing death by dangerous driving related to an incident on June 30, 2022, where he allegedly struck Lewis with his vehicle on the Chateaubelair public road. Lewis succumbed to his injuries on July 4, 2022, and Dublin was subsequently charged in September 2023. The Preliminary Inquiry (P.I.)…
The Unity Labour Party (ULP) government has failed to deliver on the most of its promises it made to the people of St Vincent and the Grenadines in the 2024 Budget. It was a budget of broken promises, half measures and an exercise in trying to gaslight the electorate. This is a government that promises much but delivers little. We are in the eleventh month of the year which means the financial year is almost finished. Based on the track record of the ULP government, it is highly unlikely that the projects which were outlined by the Minister of Finance…
Sol – St. Vincent & the Grenadines recently celebrated a significant achievement at the Pembroke Service Station. The event highlighted the station’s commitment to high service standards, community engagement, and consistent performance in delivering quality petroleum products and services. This milestone is part of Sol’s broader mission to enhance customer experiences across the region and reflects its investment in local communities. The celebration included commendations for staff, appreciation for loyal customers, and an emphasis on future projects to further improve service. Sol’s dedication to operational excellence has strengthened its reputation and continues to contribute to the community’s growth and sustainability.