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14 students, two teachers in quarantine
The Ministry of Education revealed that two public schools were closed on Monday over coronavirus concerns.
“I bring to the attention of the public that...
Police Commissioner Atlee Rodney in self-isolation
Police Commissioner Atlee Rodney is currently in quarantine after possible exposure to the novel coronavirus.
Rodney was told by health workers that he needs to...
Department of Youth Affairs Partners with Police in Mentorship Programme
The Department of Youth Affairs (DYA) is teaming up with law enforcement officers in the “Big Brothers and Big Sisters of the Royal Police...
50 active cases of COVID-19 in Antigua; 17 hospitalized
The most recent report received by the Ministry of Health, Wellness and the Environment from the Mount St. John’s Medical Centre (MSJMC) has revealed...
Man charged for road death of Zuri Holder granted bail
The Willikies man charged for causing Zuri Holder’s death by dangerous driving was granted $10,000 bail on Friday.
Police said that 29-year-old Glen Greene was...
National Sports Honours 2021 Postponed
The Ministry of Education, Sports and the Creative Industries wishes to announce that the 2021 National Sports Honours Awards Ceremony has been postponed until...
Centenarian Frederick Limerick is celebrating his 101st birthday today
DRAFT CENTENARIAN’S VISIT CHECKLIST (TO BE USED IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE RECCE CHECKLIST)
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Name of Centenarian
(First, Middle and Last Names)
Frederick Oliver Limerick
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Date of Birth (...
Prisoner stabbed in the eye, another in the face
One inmate at Her Majesty’s Prison (HMP) will reportedly be taken to an eye specialist following two separate stabbings at the prison last week.
According...
Department of Environment Remarks on the Climate Letter from over One Hundred and Fifty...
The New York Times ran a full-page ad featuring a climate sign-on letter by world leaders and celebrities addressed to newly elected United States...
AG wants more ticketed offences and higher fines for COVID-19 breaches
Antigua & Barbuda’s Attorney General and Legal Affairs Minister Steadroy Benjamin said he would ask Cabinet to increase the fines for COVID-19 violations and...
Murder accused Jason Millette granted bail on second try
Jason Millette of Donovans has been granted bail in the sum of $200,000 with a $30,000 cash component.
This is his second time applying for...
DPP and regional colleagues discuss vulnerabilities during virtual conference
Directors of Public Prosecutions (DPPs) from 18 Caribbean islands came together at a virtual conference January 28-29 to discuss some of current difficulties and...
COMMENTARY: Under The Fiery Wrath Of Nature
RAWLSTON POMPEY
The human experience is not only varied, but also full of intrigue. Invariably, some experiences are marked by challenges and difficulties of all...