April 14, 2025 – Kingstown: The Royal St. Vincent and the Grenadines Police Force (RSVGPF) remains steadfast in its mission of upholding law and order, dismantling criminal networks, and delivering justice through diligent police work. On April 7, 2025, 30-year-old Ormando Mofford, also known as “Heads” of Glen, was apprehended in Grenada by the Royal Grenada Police Force and handed over to Vincentian authorities shortly thereafter. He has since been charged with murder in connection with the April 9, 2021 shooting death of 19-year-old Dale Hooper, also known as “Micey,” of Glen. Hooper was fatally shot multiple times around 7:00…
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KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION SET FOR 16 APRIL – 11 MAYFOR THE 2025-2026 ACADEMIC YEAR The Ministry of Education is pleased to announce that Kindergarten Registration for the 2025-2026 academic year will open on Wednesday, April 16, 2025, and close on Sunday, May 11, 2025; and encourages parents and guardians to take advantage of this nearly four-week period to enroll their children who are eligible to enter primary school.Registration MethodsAll schools will conduct face-to-face registration at their respective locations, however, the following institutions will primarily utilize online registration via www.education.gov.vc Tuesday, 29 April, 2025: C. W. Prescod Primary 9:00 a.m. to 3:00…
The camp ran from April 7-11th, 9am-2pm each day, at the Sunset Shores Beach hotel, and had teens ages 12-16 years in attendance. The week-long empowerment and personal development program were designed to equip teens with the tools, knowledge, and confidence to thrive in today’s world. The vibrant group of young participants engaged in a series of dynamic workshops, hands-on activities, and creative sessions focused on topics like mental health, personal branding, communication, social media awareness, goal setting, and self-image.The camp featured a powerhouse lineup of presenters, including:• Verdine Roberts on Identity and Knowing Who You Are• Candice Sealey of…
Prime Minister Dr. Ralph Gonsalves has called on member states of the Community of Latin America and the Caribbean States (CELAC), to become more self-reliant as a regional bloc. Addressing the 9th Summit of CELAC on Wednesday April 9, Dr. Gonsalves said there are some existing proposals which must be implemented in the face of issues such as pandemics and climate change. The Prime Minister reiterated the call previously for a Medicinal authority to provide an imprimatur for pharmaceutical products. “I think we need to advance on that specific one, as climate change…. worsens and deepens… we are gonna have…
From the frontlines to administrative leadership, the women of the Royal St. Vincent and the Grenadines Police Force (RSVGPF) continue to make remarkable contributions to public safety, discipline, and service. They lead with strength, serve with distinction, and inspire with unwavering resolve. Their presence does not simply complement the Force; it elevates it.In that spirit, the Women Police Association (WPA) hosted its annual conference on Thursday, April 10, 2025, at the RSVGPF Police Band Auditorium in Old Montrose under the theme “Let Us Work Together to Achieve Our Goals.” The event brought together female officers from various departments, units, and…
April 9, 2025 – Kingstown: The Royal St. Vincent and the Grenadines Police Force (RSVGPF) has arrested and charged four men in connection with a quantity of cocaine recovered during a targeted police operation conducted in the North-Western Division.Charged were Akeeno Williams, 28 years of Union Island; Omar Williams, 24 years of Union Island; Junior Deroche, 28 years of Union Island; and Jarell Myall, 23 years of Chester Cottage.The men were detained on Saturday, April 5, 2025, after officers intercepted a motor vehicle in the Cumberland area. A search of the vehicle and its occupants was conducted, during which a…
On April 8, 2025, police arrested and charged Ivan Dupont, a 62-year-old resident of Lodge Village, with the offence of Theft.The investigations revealed that the accused stole (1) one quart of Sunset Rum valued at $13. 56 ECC, on two separate occasions. The total value being $27.12 ECC; the property of Massy Stores, Kingstown.The offences were committed on March 27, 2025 and April 8, 2025 respectively. Dupont appeared before the Kingstown Magistrate Court where he pleaded guilty. He was ordered to compensate Massy Stores $13.56 ECC forthwith or face Three (3) weeks at His Majesty’s Prison. Dupont was also given…
As Vincentians paused to reflect on the anniversary of the La Soufrière volcanic eruption on April 9, 2021, a day that changed the course of our nation’s history, they were reminded that the spirit of duty, courage, and unity that emerged in that time continues to shine through the daily efforts of those who serve and protect.In the face of that historic crisis, when fiery ash and pyroclastic flows threatened lives and livelihoods, the St. Vincent and the Grenadines Coast Guard Service stood at the forefront of the emergency response. On April 8, 2021, just minutes after the Evacuation Order…
Employment remains a top priority for Honourable Daniel Cummings, the parliamentary representative for West Kingstown. Speaking during a recent episode of NDP Night Talk, Cummings lamented the longstanding neglect of the constituency and the growing concerns of unemployment—especially among young people. “When you go through the constituency, the cry is unemployment, particularly among the youth,” he said. According to Cummings, the New Democratic Party (NDP) is working on a program designed to create not just jobs, but meaningful and sustainable employment. A prime example, he noted, is the planned restoration of the Ottley Hall Marina. “That project alone would create…
Coach Ezra Hendrickson Coach of the St. Vincent and the Grenadines national football team, Ezra Hendrickson, believes that qualifying for the 2030 FIFA World Cup is a realistic goal for the country. Speaking on UP Late with Sehon Marshall last Thursday, Hendrickson expressed confidence in the team’s potential, particularly with FIFA’s expansion of the World Cup format. “With the current FIFA structure adding more teams to the World Cup, I don’t think it’s far-fetched to see us competing in 2030,” he said. “If we plan properly, we have five years. I’m currently working on a four-year plan with the federation,…