The Carnival Development Corporation (CDC) held its Prize-Giving ceremony at Victoria Park, marking a significant transition as current CEO Ashford Wood prepares to vacate his position. CDC Chairman Ricardo Adams commended Wood for his contributions, hinting that “something is in the pipeline” for him. Prime Minister Dr. Ralph Gonsalves emphasized the importance of the CDC in representing Mas Bands, Calypsonians, and Steel Bands, urging stakeholders to better organize and meet their members’ needs. He challenged them, asking, “When did you abandon your responsibility for being part of the CDC?” Gonsalves also called for a review of festival operations and expressed…
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Kingstown, Saint Vincent – In a bold move against international drug trafficking, the Royal Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Police Force (RSVGPF) apprehended three St. Lucian nationals in a significant cocaine seizure earlier this week. The suspects were caught at sea by the SVG Coast Guard with 20 kilograms of cocaine, further underscoring the police force’s commitment to cracking down on narcotics smuggling across the region. The St. Lucians, identified as Dolton “Degree” John, 32; Moses “Laygay” Barbour, 50; and Ezra “Will” Henry, 49, were arrested after a coordinated operation involving the Coast Guard and the Rapid Response Unit (RRU).…
The Fisheries Services, Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry, Fisheries, Rural Transformation, Industry and Labour, is pleased to inform the public of the launch of the Capacity building Training in Seafood Processing and Handling, Safety at Sea, Onboard Fish Handling and Dropline FAD Fishing Techniques for Fishers and Processors. The training sessions will be held from 23 rd September to 6 th December, 2024, at various locations throughout SVG under the Contingency Emergency Response Component (CERC) of the Unleashing the Blue Economy in the Caribbean (UBEC) Project. Furthermore, this training will provide fishers with skills in safety at sea, as well as…
The Royal Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Police Force (RSVGPF) has intensified its crackdown on illegal firearms, arresting a Lowmans Windward farmer during a routine patrol. Michael Jackson, 39, was apprehended on the evening of September 18, 2024, after officers discovered a Glock 9mm pistol and 13 rounds of ammunition in his possession. Jackson was stopped while walking along a public road in Lowmans Windward, where a search of his black one-strap bag revealed the concealed firearm and ammunition. He was immediately taken into custody and charged with illegal possession of a firearm and ammunition. Appearing before the Serious Offences…
By Kimani Wiseman Having a job is a blessing, it makes you an independent person to provide food, clothing, and shelter for yourself and family. However, at some Government Departments and private firms, it is a nightmare for some workers who have to go to work every day. Waking up early in the morning, everybody should feel elated going to work because it is a place where you spend most of the day from Monday to Friday and in some cases those who work from Monday to Sunday. For workers to be productive at their job, they must feel happy…
In a crucial step towards revitalizing the sea moss industry in the Grenadines, the SeaMoss Association of St. Vincent & the Grenadines (SMASVG) has launched an ambitious recovery project aimed at women hit hardest by Hurricane Beryl. The initiative, “Rebuilding Infrastructure and Recovery Support in the Aftermath of Hurricane Beryl,” is backed by the Government of Canada through the Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI). The project targets 10 vulnerable women in the Grenadines whose livelihoods were decimated by the hurricane, offering them vital assistance to rebuild their sea moss businesses and regain financial stability. SMASVG, founded in 2023, is…
KINGSTOWN, St. Vincent – The Beauty Shows Committee of the Carnival Development Corporation is thrilled to announce that the highly charismatic actress, host and social media sensation Khadeen Ellis, will host the La Vue Boutique Hotel Miss SVG 2024 pageant. She will be joined by Khalil Cato. The much-anticipated event will be held on October 5, 2024 at the Victoria Park and will showcase the beauty, intelligence, and talent of six (6) contestants hailing from communities across Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, as they vie for the prestigious title of Miss SVG 2024. Khadeen Ellis who has Vincentian roots, is…
In an interview with Asberth News Network, Neeks Jones, promoter of the Vincy All Stars show, shared insights on the event’s success, its challenges, and the importance of showcasing Vincentian talent during Labor Day celebrations. When asked what inspired him to host the event, Neeks explained, “I’ve always believed that we have musical content that the world not only knows but has a real appetite for. There’s something special about our music in the larger West Indian culture and diaspora, and it was time we showcased that in a big way.” He continued by expressing the importance of timing, stating,…
The month of September usually means goodbye to summer and hello to a new school year.This September, the St. Vincent Brewery limited recognized the academic excellence ofchildren whose parents are valued employees of the organization. The company honored its22-year-old commitment by assisting 9 eligible students with scholarships, book allowancesand bursaries as part of its internal “Academic Award Scheme”. This annual initiativesupports the company’s commitment to education and its workforce. In launching the 2024 program Country Manager Shafia London stressed that “For us at St.Vincent Brewery we see education as vital for our community. Our employees are theheartbeats of our operation,…
Football champions after defeating Keatons FC in the finals of the North Leeward Football competition last Saturday 14, at the Golden Grove Playing field. Both teams were meeting in consecutive finals, and it was the home team that opened the scoring with a Gideon Richards strike in the 23rd minutes. The second half of the match saw Keartons FC equalizing by way of Kamal Griffith in the 66th minute. By the end of stoppage time and extra time, Boths teams were locked in a 1- 1 draw, resulting in a penalty shoot –out. At the end of the contest, Fitz Hughes…