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Baltimore Eligibility Case Remains Active Despite Injunction Denial, Attorney Says
Attorney Sherfield Bowen says the High Court's refusal to block Randy Baltimore's swearing-in as St. Philip's North MP does not settle his eligibility, with the substantive case set to be heard on an expedited basis ahead of April 27. The dispute centres on conflicting dates for Baltimore's departure from the public service and whether he remained a public officer on Nomination Day.
Cabinet Approves Measures to Safeguard Seaview Farm's Ancient Pottery Tradition
Cabinet has approved a series of measures to preserve Seaview Farm's centuries-old pottery tradition, including artisan training and a Ministry of Tourism collaboration to integrate the craft into Antigua and Barbuda's national tourism product.
North Sound Racetrack to Undergo Major Safety Upgrade Under New Contract
Cabinet has approved a new contract with a Chinese construction firm to repave and upgrade safety features at the North Sound drag racing facility. Work is expected to begin within two to three weeks, pending coordination with the local racing community.
Antigua Cabinet Names Two Warri Champions as Cultural Ambassadors
Antigua and Barbuda's Cabinet has appointed Warri players Trevor Simon and Terence Kambui-Charles as cultural ambassadors to preserve and promote the traditional African strategy game. The move is part of a wider government push to integrate cultural heritage into national development and tourism initiatives.
Govt Approves Rent-to-Own Scheme for Booby Alley Housing Development
The government has approved a rent-to-own programme for remaining units at the Booby Alley housing development, with former residents of the area set to receive priority access to units as previously promised. The scheme aims to expand homeownership opportunities for those who may not qualify for traditional mortgages.
Antigua and Barbuda Sends Expert Team to UN High Seas Treaty Preparatory Talks
Antigua and Barbuda has dispatched a three-member expert delegation to the United Nations for Prep Com III, the final preparatory session before the High Seas Treaty enters full force. The team is working alongside CARICOM and small island states to shape the treaty's institutional and financial frameworks.
Falling Food Prices Push Antigua's Inflation Down 0.8% in February
Antigua's Consumer Price Index fell 0.8 percent in the 12 months ending February 2026, driven by lower prices for meat, bread and non-alcoholic beverages, according to the National Bureau of Statistics. However, sharp increases in fish and seafood prices highlighted uneven trends across the food sector.
Cabinet Approves Pension Increase, Airfare Subsidy and Treasury Reforms
The Cabinet of Antigua and Barbuda has approved a five percent increase in pension payments, pledged an airfare subsidy for the Antigua–Barbuda route, and greenlit a Treasury restructuring programme at its March 25 sitting. The decisions form part of a broader government push for social protection and improved financial accountability.
Antigua Police Chief Attends RSS Security Chiefs Meeting to Address Regional Threats
Regional security officials, including Antigua's police chief, have convened for the RSS two-day Security Chiefs Meeting to address emerging threats and strengthen coordinated responses across Caribbean member states. Key discussion topics include maritime domain awareness and regional disaster management strategy.
Teen Couple Shot Dead in Daylight Attack in Villa, Community in Mourning
Seventeen-year-old Omari Lewis and his 18-year-old girlfriend, Brianna Clark, were shot and killed in a suspected drive-by attack on Hunt Street in Villa on Thursday morning. The brazen daylight killing has left both families and the wider community in shock, as police appeal for public assistance in identifying those responsible.
Teen Couple Shot Dead in Daylight Drive-By Attack in Villa
Seventeen-year-old Omarie Lewis and 18-year-old Brianna Clark were shot and killed in a daylight drive-by attack on Hanns Street in Villa on Thursday morning. Police are urgently appealing for information as the community mourns the loss of the teenage couple.
ABLP Barbuda Branch Demands Immediate 5% Pay Rise for Council Workers
The ABLP Barbuda Branch is urging the Chair of Finance of the Barbuda Council to immediately implement a 5% salary increase for council workers, noting that government employees across the rest of Antigua and Barbuda have already received the adjustment. The party calls the ongoing disparity an unacceptable inequity that must be resolved without further delay.
Court Denies UPP Injunction Against St. Philip's North MP Randy Baltimore
The High Court has denied a UPP injunction challenging the election of St. Philip's North representative Randy Baltimore, allowing him to continue serving in Parliament while the substantive petition awaits a future hearing date.
Letter: Critic Challenges Minister's Record on Culture, Sports, and Carnival Funding
A letter writer, as reported by Antigua News Room, is calling out the Minister of Creative Industries and Sports for prioritising public appearances over substantive policy outcomes, citing reduced Carnival subsidies, disproportionate spending on foreign performers, and a lack of cohesive support for local athletes and artists.
PM Browne Mourns Two Teens Shot Dead in Villa as Police Probe Deepens
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has visited the scene of a deadly shooting in Villa that claimed the lives of two teenagers, 17-year-old Omari Lewis and 18-year-old Brianna Clarke, as police continue to investigate the mid-morning attack on Hans Street.
PM Browne Mourns Villa Shooting Victims, Calls on Public to Aid Police
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has offered condolences to the families of two teenagers killed in a Villa shooting, while urging the public to assist police and outlining government measures to combat gun violence.
Grandmother Demands Justice After Teen Granddaughter Killed in Villa Double Shooting
The grandmother of 17-year-old Brianna Clark is calling for justice after the teenager and her boyfriend, Omari Lewis, were shot and killed in a daytime attack on Hanns Street in Villa on Thursday. Blondelle Hopkins described her granddaughter as a model student who was weeks away from graduation.
Grandmother Cries Out After Teen and Boyfriend Shot Dead in Villa Double Killing
Blondelle Hopkins, grandmother of slain 17-year-old Brianna Clark, cried out in anguish after Clark and her boyfriend, Omari Lewis, were shot and killed on Hanns Street in Villa. The brazen double killing has sent shockwaves through the community.
Police Appeal to Villa Residents for Help After Two Teenagers Fatally Shot
Police Public Relations Officer Frankie Thomas is urging Villa residents to come forward with information after the fatal shooting of two teenagers, Brianna Clark and Omari Lewis, bringing Antigua's homicide count for the year to eight.
Police Appeal for Witnesses After Two Teenagers Shot Dead in Villa
Two teenagers, Brianna Clark and Omari Lewis, have been shot and killed in Villa in what police are calling an execution-style double murder. Authorities are urging residents to come forward with information as the deaths become the country's 7th and 8th homicides of the year.