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Man Sentenced to Six Years for Mill Reef Club Home Invasion Robbery
Marlon Carr has been sentenced to six years in prison after being convicted on three counts of aggravated robbery connected to a 2022 home invasion at the Mill Reef Club. Justice Ann Marie Smith handed down the sentence following a judge-alone trial that concluded with a guilty verdict in March.
Antigua Community Players Marks 74 Years of Arts and Cultural Excellence
The Antigua Community Players is celebrating its 74th anniversary, marking over seven decades of theatrical and musical excellence that has shaped the cultural life of Antigua and Barbuda. Founded in June 1952, the organization has long been regarded as a cornerstone of the local arts scene.
MCA Moves to Clarify Legal Framework After Pares Village Cannabis Bust
The Medicinal Cannabis Authority has issued a statement correcting public misconceptions about sacramental cannabis authorization following a law enforcement operation against unauthorized cultivation in Pares Village. The Authority is urging the public to understand the legal framework governing cannabis activity in Antigua and Barbuda.
SLBMC Receives £25,000 UK Grant to Boost Diagnostic Equipment
Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre has secured a £25,000 grant from UK-based foundation The Linbury Trust to fund the purchase of a portable ultrasound system, strengthening the facility's diagnostic capabilities.
Antigua and Barbuda Has No Official Language, Panellists Argue
Two panellists have argued that Antigua and Barbuda has never formally declared an official language, raising questions about government proposals to make Spanish a second official language. The debate highlights a long-standing gap in the country's legislative framework.
Cashew Hill Man Sentenced to 12 Months for Cannabis Possession
Cashew Hill resident Pernod Samuel has been handed a 12-month prison sentence after pleading guilty to possessing over 15 pounds of cannabis valued at more than $30,000. He appeared before Justice John Spencer in the High Court of Justice.
Shop Owner Fights Back After Gold Chain Snatched in All Saints Village
A shop owner in All Saints Village had her gold chain violently snatched by a young man while serving him at her counter, with CCTV footage of the incident now circulating online. Authorities are investigating the robbery, the latest in a series of jewelry-snatching incidents in the area.
Nearly $500K in Cannabis Seized at VC Bird Airport, One Man Arrested
Cannabis valued at nearly $476,000 has been seized at V.C. Bird International Airport following a joint drug interdiction operation, with one man taken into custody. The bust involved the Narcotics Department, the K-9 Unit, and the Customs Enforcement Unit.
Cannabis Discovered in Teen's School Bag After Father Reports Missing Knife
A father who alerted school staff about a missing kitchen knife inadvertently triggered the discovery of cannabis in his teenage son's school bag at an Antiguan secondary school. The find came after the parent requested a search of his child's belongings, as reported by Antigua Observer.
ABFC Wraps Up Music Development Masterclass at Antigua and Barbuda College
The Antigua and Barbuda Festivals Commission has wrapped up its Music Development Masterclass, held June 8–12 at the Antigua and Barbuda College of Advanced Studies in Coolidge. The programme gathered emerging and established music professionals in a bid to advance the nation's creative industries.
AUA College Launches Free Bootcamp Mapping Six-Year Path to Medical Career
The American University of Antigua College of Arts and Sciences has launched a free bootcamp for aspiring doctors, with more than 50 students enrolled and a second session already planned for July. As reported by Antigua Observer, AUACAS Dean Dr. Jorge Moreno confirmed the programme maps out a six-year route to a medical career.
Education Director Tells Top Scholars They Are Blueprint for Antigua's Future
Director of Education Clare Browne told top CSEC scholars at the 40th Annual National Awards Ceremony that their academic achievements represent a deliberate blueprint for shaping Antigua and Barbuda's future. Browne highlighted the students' leadership and innovation as active forces driving the nation forward.
Postmaster General Outlines Sweeping Postal and Customs Reforms After Regional Summit
Postmaster General Algernon Gomes has announced key reforms to Antigua and Barbuda's postal and customs operations following a regional summit in San Salvador attended by 132 delegates. The changes, detailed in an exclusive interview with Observer Media, are expected to significantly reshape how both services function locally.
Neighbours Remember Dr. Krishnan as a Devoted Humanitarian
Neighbours are remembering Dr. Subbiah Radhakrishnan, known as Dr. Krishnan, as a caring humanitarian who consistently checked on sick residents before his sudden death on June 12th. A longtime neighbour, Maria Bradshaw, recalled his kindness and dedication to the community over more than 12 years.
Potter Warns Long-Term Harm Outweighs Benefits of Child Labour Programs
People's Union President Ralph Potter has warned that early work integration and apprenticeship programs for minors carry long-term harms that outweigh any short-term benefits. Potter's remarks raise questions about youth labour policy in Antigua and Barbuda.
23 Young Leaders Chosen to Shape 2026 Commonwealth Youth Forum in Antigua
Twenty-three young leaders have been appointed to an international taskforce responsible for planning and delivering the 2026 Commonwealth Youth Forum, which will be held in Antigua and Barbuda during CHOGM.
Barbuda Completes Tsunami Readiness Drill, Boosting Island's Disaster Preparedness
Barbuda completed a three-day Tsunami Ready exercise from May 26th to 28th, led by the National Office of Disaster Services, engaging schools, officials, and international experts in disaster preparedness activities. The initiative aimed at strengthening community awareness and emergency response capabilities across the island.
Local and Regional Groups Launch Campaign Against Unhealthy Food Marketing Targeting Children
A coalition of health organisations, led by Hope for the Future in Antigua and Barbuda, has launched a public campaign to protect children from unhealthy food marketing. The initiative is part of the regional Make it Make Sense campaign and involves multiple local and Caribbean partners.
Baptist Academy Student Kaylei John-Baptiste Claims Top CSEC National Award
Baptist Academy of Antigua student Kaylei John-Baptiste was named national top scorer at the 40th Annual National CSEC Awards Ceremony, where she urged fellow honorees to use their achievements as a springboard for future success.
Public Servants Still Awaiting Back Pay Weeks After Election Promise
More than six weeks after Antigua and Barbuda's April 30 general election, public servants say they are still waiting for back pay that Prime Minister Gaston Browne repeatedly promised during the campaign. The unresolved issue continues to weigh on affected workers with no official disbursement timeline announced.