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Bus Driver Sentenced to 18 Months for Indecent Assault of 12-Year-Old Girl
Public bus driver Kenroy Graham has been sentenced to 18 months in prison after a jury found him guilty in February of the indecent assault of a 12-year-old girl. Justice Ann Marie Smith handed down the sentence on Thursday.
Early Warning Systems Could Save Antigua and Barbuda Up to 6% of GDP Annually
Antigua and Barbuda Meteorological Service Director Dale Destin says robust early warning systems could prevent annual economic losses of up to six percent of GDP. He delivered the remarks at the opening of a two-day inception workshop for the Early Warning for All initiative.
APUA Raises Fuel Variation Charge, Driving Up Electricity Bills Across Antigua and Barbuda
APUA has increased its fuel variation charge this month, pushing electricity bills higher for households and businesses across Antigua and Barbuda amid rising global fuel costs. The charge was first introduced in July 2024 as a mechanism tied to fluctuations in fuel prices.
Former National Player Lewis-Buchanan Says Consistency Key to Women's Football Growth
Former women's national footballer and coach Georgetta Lewis-Buchanan says consistent league organisation and corporate support from entities like the Calvyn Ayre Foundation are essential to growing women's football in Antigua and Barbuda.
Da Project Upset Elite Stingerz as Flyers Cruise Past Ottos in ABBA Playoff Openers
Da Project stunned Elite Stingerz and defending champions Flyers dominated Ottos in the opening games of the ABBA Division 1 basketball playoffs semifinals on Thursday. Both series now stand at one game apiece in favour of the winners.
Anderson Rayne Sworn In as Parliamentary Secretary for Finance
Senator Joel Anderson Rayne has been sworn in as Parliamentary Secretary in the Ministry of Finance, Corporate Governance and Public Private Partnerships, just days after being appointed to the Senate on May 8th.
Man Stabbed Multiple Times in All Saints Evening Altercation
A man sustained multiple stab wounds, including an injury to the right side of his chest, following an altercation at McPond, All Saints on Tuesday evening. He is currently recovering from his injuries.
Antigua and Barbuda Launches Five-Year Early Warning Initiative Ahead of Hurricane Season
Antigua and Barbuda has launched the Early Warnings for All (EW4ALL) initiative, a five-year project aimed at shifting the nation from reactive disaster response to a culture of preparedness ahead of the 2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season.
Senator Calls for Constitutional Reform to Strengthen Government Accountability
Senator Jonathan Wehner has called for immediate constitutional reform, arguing that Antigua and Barbuda's current Westminster system fails to provide genuine oversight of executive power and reduces key accountability bodies to a "rubber stamp" role.
Rotary Club of Antigua Invests $28,000 to Refurbish Youth Intervention Unit Classroom
The Rotary Club of Antigua has funded a $28,000 renovation of a classroom at the Royal Police Force's Youth Intervention Unit, returning the space to service roughly ten years after the organisation first upgraded the facility.
Teachers' Union President Warns Ministry Over School's Decline at 100-Year Milestone
A&BUT President Casroy Charles used the union's 100th anniversary to publicly call out the Director of Education over the declining state of a secondary school, warning that the union's patience with the Ministry of Education is running out.
Old Road Daggers Advance to ABBA Division 2 Semis Behind Simon's 23-Point Performance
Old Road Daggers advanced to the ABBA Division 2 Playoffs semifinals after defeating Da Project 78-63 in a decisive Game 3 on Wednesday night, with Simon top-scoring on 23 points. The team dominated all four quarters at the JSC Basketball Complex to seal the series.
Former Football Star Gonsalves Eyes FA Presidency with Focus on Youth Development
Former Antiguan football standout Garfield "Garry" Gonsalves has entered the race for the ABFA presidency, promising a strong focus on youth development at the Under-20 level. He is one of four candidates vying for the position, according to Antigua Observer.
Freeman's Village Scorpions Return to Top-Flight Football After 16-Year Absence
Freeman's Village Scorpions ended a 16-year absence from Antigua and Barbuda's top-flight football with a commanding 3-1 victory over former champions Parham FC on Wednesday. The win gave Scorpions an unassailable 56 points with one match still to play.
Youth Correspondents Ready to Represent Antigua at CHOGM
Four youth representatives selected for the CHOGM Youth Correspondence programme have appeared on State Media to express their eagerness and share how they plan to use their roles. Among them, Lutrell John says he intends to share knowledge that goes beyond CHOGM updates alone.
APUA Halts Water Extraction from Potworks Reservoir Amid Ongoing Drought
APUA has stopped drawing water from Potworks Reservoir due to persistent drought conditions and critically low water levels. The utility authority confirmed the move in an official press release.
Antigua and Barbuda Has Not Signed Third-Country Nationals Agreement, Ambassador Sanders Clarifies
Ambassador Sir Ronald Sanders has clarified that Antigua and Barbuda has not signed any agreement with the United States regarding the transfer of third-country nationals, as reported by Antigua Observer. The country's top diplomat in Washington D.C. issued the correction after reports suggested otherwise.
CIBC Caribbean Introduces Tap-to-Pay Solution for Local Small Businesses
CIBC Caribbean is rolling out a contactless payment product called 'Tap on Phone,' allowing Antiguan small business owners to accept card payments via Android smartphone without traditional terminal hardware. The initiative is designed to offer a more accessible alternative to conventional point-of-sale systems.
Historic 1893 Grand Piano Donated to Government House Museum Collection
A 131-year-old mahogany grand piano, crafted in the United Kingdom in 1893, has been donated to Government House, adding a significant piece to its Georgian-era museum collection. The piano was presented to Her Excellency Sandra Lady Williams by Melanie Etherington.
SLBMC Launches Project Bloom to Tackle Late Prenatal Care Among Pregnant Women
Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre has launched Project Bloom, a year-long campaign responding to data showing nearly one in three pregnant women in Antigua and Barbuda are not receiving adequate prenatal care. The initiative, which officially began on April 27, aims to promote earlier antenatal engagement and address barriers to timely care.