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MP Lewis warns two-year wait for answers on Friars Hill Road property tied to PM's son will not be dropped
Opposition MP Richard Lewis says two years have passed with no definitive answer from the information commissioner over a Friars Hill Road property allegedly linked to Prime Minister Gaston Browne's son, and he is vowing to keep the matter alive.
PM Browne Calls for De-escalation Amid Dangerous Middle East Crisis
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has issued a statement expressing serious concern over escalating hostilities in the Middle East, including reported Iranian missile attacks on the UAE and other Gulf states. The government is urging all parties to exercise restraint and pursue diplomatic solutions.
PM Browne Welcomes US Move to Ease Oil Blockade on Cuba
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has welcomed the United States' decision to ease its oil blockade on Venezuelan exports to Cuba, as Caribbean nations raise alarm over a worsening humanitarian crisis on the island. The move is seen as a significant, if partial, shift in longstanding US foreign policy toward Cuba.
LIAT Air CEO Unveils Network Expansion, Fleet Overhaul and New Antigua-Guadeloupe Route
LIAT Air CEO Hafsah Abdulsalam has announced a major network expansion and fleet transition, including the return of Antigua-Guadeloupe service scheduled for May. The development marks a significant period of growth and regional reconnection for the carrier.
Largest Fire in Cooks Landfill History Largely Contained; Combustible Chemical Suspected
A major fire — described as the largest in the history of the Cooks Sanitary Landfill — broke out Friday evening and has been largely contained. Authorities suspect a combustible chemical as the cause and are actively investigating.
PM Browne: I Have a US Visa But Would Not Travel There Now
Prime Minister Gaston Browne says he holds a valid US visa but would not choose to travel there now, citing what he describes as increasingly aggressive immigration enforcement. The remarks signal growing concern at the highest levels of government about the current climate in the United States.
PM Browne Advises Antiguans to Avoid US Visa Applications Unless Absolutely Urgent
Prime Minister Gaston Browne is urging Antiguans and Barbudans to avoid applying for US visas unless absolutely necessary, following the introduction of more restrictive visa issuance practices affecting the twin-island nation.
All Saints Road Repairs Delayed Further as Contract Talks Stall
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has admitted that contract negotiations for All Saints Road repairs have been "protracted," leaving daily commuters waiting despite financing already being secured. Talks with a Canadian contractor continue to delay the long-overdue road works.
Greenbay Man Charged with Murder Following Fatal Valley Road Stabbing
Kevin Frederick, 57, of George Street, Greenbay, has been charged with murder in connection with a fatal stabbing on Valley Road on February 25 and is expected to appear in Magistrate's Court this week.
US Restricts Antiguan and Barbudan Visas to Single Entry, Three-Month Validity
The United States has updated its visa reciprocity schedule to restrict newly issued non-immigrant visas for Antiguan and Barbudan nationals to a single entry with a three-month validity period. The change affects tourist and business visa categories and represents a further tightening of US visa access for citizens of Antigua and Barbuda.
Bus Driver Found Guilty of Indecent Assault on 12-Year-Old Passenger
A jury has found bus driver Kenroy Graham guilty of indecently assaulting a 12-year-old girl who boarded his bus alone at the West Bus Station on April 1, 2022. The trial revealed a calculated sequence of events targeting the young victim.
High Court Awards Prisoner $10K After Finding He Was Unlawfully Held Without Magistrate Appearances
A High Court judge has found that an inmate at His Majesty's Prison was unlawfully held for an extended period after authorities failed to bring him before a Magistrate as required by law, awarding him $10,000 in damages. The prisoner went nearly two months without a proper court appearance at one point, according to Antigua Observer.
Witness in Nigel Christian Murder Trial Grilled Over Failure to Contact Police
A witness in the Nigel Christian murder trial faced tough cross-examination on day seven before Justice Rajiv Persaud, with the defence questioning why the man — who claims he was gripped by fear — drove past a police station without reporting anything on the day of the killing.
RPFAB Policewomen Plan Four-Day Series to Mark International Women's Day 2026
The women of the Royal Police Force of Antigua and Barbuda have announced a four-day celebration for International Women's Day 2026, themed "Building Strength Beyond the Badge" — a phrase authored by Constable Kimara Davis. The events aim to recognise female officers' strength and identity beyond their policing roles.
Antigua's Postal Service to Roll Out New Post Office Boxes in Two Communities
The Antigua and Barbuda Postal Service plans to install new post office boxes in two communities in the coming months, with Postmaster General Algernon Gomes calling the project a departmental priority aimed at increasing revenue and public convenience.
Parliament to Convene Within Weeks to Pass Immigration Amnesty Legislation
The Government of Antigua and Barbuda has announced Parliament will convene within two weeks to pass new immigration legislation establishing the legal basis for a national amnesty programme aimed at regularising long-term residents.
Doctors Warn Everyday Habits Are Silently Damaging Hearts of Antiguans
Doctors and health professionals delivered a stark warning to a packed audience in Antigua, urging residents to examine the everyday habits that silently contribute to heart disease. According to Antigua Observer, the event highlighted the gradual, lifestyle-driven nature of cardiovascular illness and what can be done to address it.
UPP Chairman Accuses Government of 'Election Gimmicks' and Neglecting Agriculture
UPP Chairman D. Gisele Isaac has accused the government of deploying last-minute political tactics in St. Philip's North while neglecting the agricultural sector. Isaac described the moves as "election gimmicks" and called the upcoming vote a referendum on the administration's performance.
Newfield Infrastructure Blasted as 'Substandard' Ahead of St. Philip's North By-Election
Political figure Derrick Nicholas has criticised recent infrastructure upgrades in Newfield, St. Philip's North, calling the work "substandard" and "hurried" days before a by-election in the constituency, according to Antigua Observer.
MP Lewis Backs Browne in St Philip's North By-Election, Calls Race a 'Mission of Redemption'
MP Richard Lewis has endorsed Alex Browne for the St Philip's North by-election, calling the upcoming vote a 'mission of redemption' for the constituency at a rally in Newfield. The endorsement, reported by Antigua Observer, signals the high political stakes surrounding the contest.