Confidence has been expressed that the enhancement work at the Arnos Vale Playing Field is expected to be completed on time.Prime Minister Dr Ralph Gonsalves updated the nation on the progress on May 27 during a press briefing saying that he had spoken to Deirdre Myers, of the Local Organizing Committee and one of the contractors, Dipcon. And according to Gonsalves, based on discussions with both officials, they were both confident about the way things were coming along. He explained the reason why the 6th light was yet to be put in place saying that there were a few small…
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In a heartening display of community engagement, first-year students enrolled in the Agriculture Science and Entrepreneurship Programme at Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Community College (SVGCC) have taken it upon themselves to donate a portion of their produce to the Lewis Punnett home residence. This initiative underscores the pivotal role of agriculture in addressing food security concerns, particularly in regions where access to nutrient-rich local produce may be limited. As part of their curriculum, these students are immersed in various agricultural techniques, including crop production, ornamental production, poultry production, and food technology. Notably, their involvement in crop production extends beyond…
May 27, 2024 – Kingstown: The Royal Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Police Force (RSVGPF) is deeply saddened to announce the sudden passing of Corporal #118 Vanley Bruce. Corporal Bruce tragically lost his life on Sunday, May 26, 2024.At approximately 9:56 AM, police received information about a vehicular accident in Hopewell involving Corporal Bruce. Preliminary reports indicate that his motor vehicle went over a bridge on the Hopewell Public Road and ended up in a river. The incident occurred while Corporal Bruce was on his way home.Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the accident.A post-mortem examination was performed on the…
Kingstown, May 28, 2024 — A woman was brutally attacked and stabbed this morning near Clear Harbour in Bottom Town, Kingstown. The assault occurred as the victim was on her way to work. Eyewitnesses reported that a vehicle stopped abruptly, and a man exited, launching a frenzied stabbing attack on the unsuspecting woman. The assailant fled the scene immediately after the attack. The identity of the victim remains unknown at this time. She was quickly rushed to Milton Cato Memorial Hospital (MCMH), where she is currently receiving medical treatment. Her condition is not yet known. Authorities are investigating the incident…
Kingstown, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines — The nation mourns the loss of Ivan Bertie O’Neal, the resolute leader of the Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Green Party (SVG Green Party), who passed away peacefully in his home earlier today . O’Neal, a staunch advocate for environmental sustainability and social justice, leaves behind a legacy of dedicated public service and unwavering commitment to his principles. Born in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Ivan O’Neal’s journey in politics began with his education at prestigious institutions such as Oxford Brookes University, the University of Bradford, and the University of Leicester. His academic…
Shont(Elle) Mapp, a rising star in the soca music scene, hails from the quaint community of Golden Vale but grew up amidst the vibrant energy of Kingstown. From a tender age, Shont(Elle) was irresistibly drawn to music, a passion her late mother, Grace Mapp, noticed early on. Grace often remarked on her daughter’s uncanny ability to sing along with songs on the radio, recognizing a budding talent that would soon blossom into a promising career. Despite having no known musicians in her family, Shont(Elle)’s love for music grew naturally and fervently. Her journey into soca was catalyzed by Mr. Vinton…
Euphoria, a short-lived burst of extreme pleasure, happiness, and excitement, often gives way to despair. In contrast, reality-driven conversation is a fact-based, reasoned analysis of a situation, offering a more balanced perspective for decision-making and emotional understanding. In much the same way that opposition politicians love calypso and despise hard-hitting social commentary, governing elites despise reality. Those in power would love to feed the people a constant diet of feel-good, pie-in-the-sky alternate universes where everything is nice and jolly. As we move towards the next general elections, this is the template from which we are to gauge the narrative and…
The issue The government of SVG (GOSVG) has secured a soft-loan of US$66 million or EC$178 million from the Saudi Fund for Development (SFD) in two tranches: US $16 million or EC$43.2 million in mid-2023; and US$50 million or EC$135 million in April 2024. The first tranche was approved by the Parliament last year; and the second on May 10, 2024. The GOSVG will provide counterpart funding of US$9 million or EC$24.3 million. These loans arose out of an official visit paid to Saudi Arabia by Prime Minister Ralph Gonsalves in June 2023, although the preliminary discussions were ongoing for…
In a recent court proceeding, Jeffrey Jordon, a 32-year-old construction worker hailing from Mesopotamia, faced sentencing for his involvement in a theft concerning a government firearm. The court heard that Jordon, represented by himself, pleaded guilty to charges of possessing an unlicensed black Glock .23 pistol and nine rounds of .40 ammunition, as well as stealing a knapsack containing the firearm and other items. The incident occurred on February 18, when Jordon unlawfully entered a vehicle belonging to Belmont resident Rowe Simmons and absconded with the aforementioned knapsack, subsequently discovered to contain government property. Despite Jordon’s claim of ignorance regarding…
The Caribbean Examinations Council (CXC@) wishes to assure all stakeholders of the integrity of the Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examination” (CAPE*) Chemistry Unit 2 Paper 2 examination, which was conducted on 9 May 2024 across the regionConcerns have been raised that the questions on the examination were focused on material from the CAPE Chemistry Unit 1 syllabus, and not from the CAPE◦ Chemistry Unit 2 syllabus,Mlindful of the anxiety among candidates and parents arising from these concerns, CXC° immediately aunched an investigation into this matter. These investigations have determined that the questions on the CAPE Chemistry Unit 2 Paper 02 examination,…