The New Democratic Party (NDP) wishes all Vincentians a prosperous and healthy New Year. We believe that this year will be a successful one for the NDP; as we continue to work assiduously with the people to bring about meaningful change to St. Vincent and the Grenadines. Change that most Vincentians have been longing for. This is the year of change. In his 2019 Christmas Message, President of the NDP, Dr. Godwin Friday, reiterated his commitment for change for the New Year. He said, “My commitment to every Vincentian in 2020 is to lead a process of change in our…
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The most important thing, going into the upcoming general elections, is that the people are ready. President of the opposition New Democratic Party Dr Godwin Friday expressed the view while on the party’s New Times interactive programme on NICE Radion Monday. Dr Friday’s comment came amid criticisms of the party’s state of readiness going into the general elections which, according to Prime Minister Dr Ralph Gonsalves, will be held by December this year. “This whole notion about NDP readiness and all that, that is ULP propaganda. That is not the reality on the ground. So, those people who are supporters…
There has so far not been an announcement of a deep investigation and possible legal proceedings instituted against health authorities but already there is indication of dramatic development following the recent, controversial death of 58-year old Pole Yard resident Arnotte Hope. Indication of a developing drama came during an interview with lawyer Israel Bruce on Wednesday amid concerns over Hope’s death. Bruce, who has been speaking on behalf of Pope’s family, said there were certain recent developments and depending on how those “developments” evolved there would be action taken. He was firm that if there is any need for action…
Playaz Youth Academy (PYA), a developing sports organization, continues to reach out to the youth across this country in ways that its limited resources allow.On Sunday, the Academy presented six footballs to Largo Height Football Club which will go towards a youth training programme. Speaking at a brief handing-over ceremony during a break from a training session at the Largo Height playing field on Sunday morning, PYA founder and talented basketball player Orlando Fergusson outlined how he came to donate the footballs. Fergussion said he is originally from Largo Height and he had always been thinking of ways he could…
On Tuesday 13th January 2020, the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court will commence the New Law Year 2020 with its usual Ceremonial Opening in the form of a Special Sitting of the Court in St Vincent and the Grenadines. There will be simultaneous special sittings in the other eight (8) Member States and Territories of the OECS. The proceedings will commence with a church service in each Member State and Territory followed by the procession to the High Court where the formal sitting will be held. In St. Vincent and the Grenadines the Church Service will be held at the Cathedral…
On Tuesday January 7, 2020, Police Commissioner, Mr. Colin John and the high command of the Royal St. Vincent and the Grenadines Police Force (RSVGPF) including Deputy Commissioner Mr. Frankie Joseph and Assistant Commissioners Mr. Christopher Benjamin and Mr. Richard Browne held their first meeting for the New Year. During the meeting, a myriad of different issues were discussed and reviewed, including the general crime statistics for 2019; projections for 2020 and accompanying strategies aimed at maintaining law and order in St. Vincent and the Grenadines. To this end, the RSVGPF has made a renewed commitment to the following: Work…
Issued at 12:00 noon Thursday 9th January, 2020 A strong high pressure system centered over the eastern Atlantic is forecast to generate easterly to east north- easterly surface winds of 20 – 25 knots (37 to 46 km/h), and easterly to east north-easterly swells peaking near 3.0m (10ft) from around 5am, Friday 10th January. A further deterioration in these conditions is anticipatedfrom late Sunday with swells peaking near 3.5m (11ft) and wind speeds increasing to 25 – 30 knots (46 to 56km/h). Therefore, a High-Surf Advisory and Small-Craft Warning is in effect for St. Vincent and the Grenadines fordeteriorating marine…
A Vincentian has been awarded Male Young Leader of the Year at the Caribbean Youth Leadership Retreat in Bridgetown, Barbados. Te’ Browne; a 17 year old student at the St. Vincent and the Grenadines Community College was recognised for his commitment to excellence in advocacy and youth leadership. The Retreat was held from December 27 – 30, 2019 and hosted by the United Young Leaders of Barbados. The participants included youth from Barbados, Dominica, Jamaica, St. Vincent and the Grenadines and Trinidad and Tobago. The theme for this year’s retreat was “Run Wid It: Youth and Health”. Participants engaged in physical activity,…
(Observer) Law enforcement officers and other essential workers like emergency medical services peersonnel and ambulance operators are exempt from following the new hands-free road law, at least when on duty. On Wednesday, Head of Traffic, Superintendent of Police Elso0P0n Quammie and Acting Commissioner of Police, Atlee Rodney both confirmed that essential workers, particularly police officers, are exempt from the amendments to the Vehicle and Road Traffic Act that would have motorists ticketed for driving and using a mobile phone or other devices that cause distraction. Once caught, these drivers will be ticked a fixed fine of $500. “When legislations are…
The “Shake to Win Christmas Promotion” resounded as a favourite among Digicel customers with over 30,000 Vincentians winning and benefitting.The “Shake to Win Christmas Promotion” which lasted from Friday, 22nd November; to Tuesday, 31st December 2019, offered Digicel prepaid and postpaid customers the chance to win daily and weekly prizes by simply “shaking their phone”. This was made possible through the “Shake It’ gaming mechanism in the My Digicel App.Brenda Veira another winner in the “Shake it to win promotion” To date, with thousands of winners, winning customers are still living in the moment and when given the opportunity, each winner has…