In light of the announcements by the Ministry of Health confirming one case of Covid-19 in St. Vincent, we wish to advise that Massy Stores (SVG) Ltd has taken some very decisive steps. Safety is our top priority for customers and employees. We have increased our in-store hygiene protocols to maintain a clean and healthy environment in all stores. Our stores are cleaned daily and we have increased the frequency of our cleaning rotations. We utilize approved sanitizing solutions in high-touch, high contact and traffic areas. We also have employees dedicated to cleaning key areas throughout the day including registers,…
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(Wired868 )- FIFA has disbanded the Board of the Trinidad and Tobago Football Association (TTFA) with immediate effect and will appoint a normalisation committee on the island. The decision was made today by the Bureau of the Fifa Council in accordance with article 8.2 of the Fifa Statutes. Article 8.2 states simply that: ‘Executive bodies of member associations may under exceptional circumstances be removed from office by the Council in consultation with the relevant confederation and replaced by a normalisation committee for a specific period of time.’ According to the Fifa website, the decision to disband the TTFA’s Board ‘follows…
“Harsher Penalties should be given to Sex Offenders.” This was the topic debated by fourth form students of the Dr. J.P. Eustace Memorial Secondary School, as the Department of English and Modern Languages hosted the 3rd annual public speaking competition on Wednesday March 11th, 2020. The four competitors, all females, voiced strong views in support of the topic. But it was Ovinceia Browne, representing Form 4 Business, who received the judges’ nod ahead of the others. Browne, who advocated capital punishment for sex offenders, said in her speech: “I refuse to accept the fact that sex offenders should spend a…
Members of the general public are hereby informed that the funeral service of the late, Daniel Hall, former Assistant Superintendent of Police and Band Master will take place on Saturday March 21, 2020 at the Methodist Church, Chateaubelair. The deceased will be accorded a full military funeral. Viewing of the body and open tributes will commence between 1:00 -2pm to be followed by the funeral service at 2:00 pm. The interment will take place at the Fitz-Hughes Cemetery. The deceased will be accorded a full military funeral. Viewing of the body and open tributes will commence between 1:00 -2pm to…
Police have arrested and charged Akino Richards, 25 years old Labourer of Diamond with the offences of wounding with intent and unlawful firearm possession on 17.03.2020. According to investigations, the accused allegedly shot and wounded a 34 years old resident of the same address in his back with a gun. Richards was also charged with allegedly having in his possession a firearm without a license issued under the Firearm Act. The incident occurred at Diamond on 05.03.2020. Richards appeared before the Serious Offences Court where he was not required to plea. He was granted bail in the sum of $16,000.…
The executive of the National Corporate Public Speaking Championship informs that in an effort to comply with national, regional and international calls for social distancing as a result of the global pandemic “COVID-19”, the dates of the semi-finals and finals of the 2020 National Corporate Public Speaking Championship have been changed. The semi-final round that was initially scheduled for Saturday, 28th March, 2020 has been postponed to Saturday, 25th April, 2020 and will be held at the Russell’s Auditorium from 3:00 p.m. The final round of competition that was initially scheduled for Saturday, 25th April, 2020 has also been postponed…
Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of Alston John, 94 years Retired of Mesopotamia which occurred approximately 9:45 pm on 15.03.2020. According to investigations, the deceased man was allegedly attacked and beaten about his body and head with an unknown object by 20 years old relative of the same address who is believed to be mentally ill. The elderly man subsequently succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead on the scene by the District Medical Officer. A post mortem examination is expected to be carried out on the body of the decease to ascertain the cause of…
“I would be like an ostrich with my head in the sand if I did not speak a little bit about this topic that is on everybody’s lips right now…. The one thing that I know is that I am not an expert in health and so when it comes to the question of the coronavirus and VincyMas, we have taken the decision that we would be guided by the health professionals, we would be guided by national policy and as such we are continuing to prepare for VincyMas as though it will happen when it is scheduled to happen,…
In an earlier release, the public was informed of the temporary closure of the Accident and Emergency Department of the Milton Cato Memorial Hospital and suspension of visiting hours. Once again the Ministry advises persons with flu-like symptoms to call ahead so an assessment can be made before accessing healthcare services. This afternoon a member of the general public experiencing flu-like symptoms arrived at the Accident and Emergency Department seeking care. Out of an abundance of caution, emergency services have been temporarily relocated to the Kingstown District Clinic while the patient is assessed. The Ministry of Health, Wellness and the…
Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the shooting death of Edward Alexis, 28 years old Labourer of Trigger Ridge, Redemption Sharpes on approximately 9:43pm on 15.03.2020. According to investigations, the deceased man was allegedly shot once to his head by an unknown assailant as he approached the gate to his home. He was pronounced dead on the scene by the District Medical Officer. A post mortem examination is expected to be carried out on the body of the decease to ascertain the cause of death. The death of Edwards Alexis marks the 5th homicide recorded in St. Vincent and the…