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PM Browne Touts Unbeaten Defamation Record, Vows to Pursue Harold Lovell Next
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has declared he has never lost a defamation case and named former UPP leader Harold Lovell as his next legal target, vowing to donate any court-awarded winnings. The remarks came during his weekly radio show, where his legal team also disclosed a service-of-process complication in his ongoing lawsuit over the Alfa Nero super-yacht.
Bulk Waste Cleanup Set for St. John's Rural East, March 27–29
A three-day bulk waste collection drive is set to take place across multiple communities in St. John's Rural East from March 27 to 29, led by area representative Maria Browne. Residents are asked to have large household waste ready ahead of their scheduled pickup day.
Family Seeks Public Help Identifying Man After Incident Involving Minor at St. John's Supermarket
A family is appealing to the public for help identifying a man caught on supermarket surveillance footage after he allegedly approached a young girl near Old Parham Road. The matter has been reported to police, who have not yet issued an official statement.
Governor General Presents Top Honours to Winner of Historic Mini Globe Race
Governor General Sir Rodney Williams presented the top prize to Renaut Stitelmann, winner of the McIntyre Mini Globe Race, at an official ceremony in Antigua and Barbuda, the race's designated start and finish point. The historic event saw fifteen solo sailors circumnavigate the globe before returning to the island nation.
PM Browne: 150 Booby Alley Condos to Be Handed Over by August
Prime Minister Gaston Browne says up to 150 condominium units at the Booby Alley redevelopment will be handed over to Point area residents by August, following completion of construction and landscaping work. The PM also outlined progress on several other national projects, including a cruise facility, a Barbuda hotel development, and road resurfacing on All Saints Road.
Browne Announces 150 Condo Units for Booby Alley Residents by August
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has announced that the Booby Alley housing development will deliver 150 condominium units to Point area residents by August, as his government presses ahead with a broader slate of infrastructure and development projects across Antigua and Barbuda.
Electoral Commission Outlines Voter ID Replacement Process Ahead of Elections
The Antigua and Barbuda Electoral Commission has outlined the process, requirements, and operating hours for its ongoing voter ID replacement programme, urging all eligible citizens with expired identification cards to visit their constituency registration unit.
Governor General Presents Awards at McIntyre Mini Globe Race Ceremony
Governor General Sir Rodney Williams presented the top prize to Mini Globe Race winner Renaut Stitelmann at a ceremony in Antigua and Barbuda, the official start and finish point of the solo around-the-world race. Fifteen sailors completed the historic challenge, underscoring the island nation's status as a world-class sailing destination.
PM Browne Claims 55% Support in ABLP Internal Poll, Leads Pringle and Lovell
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has cited internal ABLP polling showing him at 55% public support for national leadership, far ahead of UPP leader Jamale Pringle at 15% and former leader Harold Lovell at 5%. Browne also pointed to a recent by-election win and regional polling commentary as signs that conditions may favour an early election.
PM Browne Cites Internal ABLP Poll Showing 55% Support vs. Pringle's 15%
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has cited internal ABLP polling showing him at 55% support compared to UPP leader Jamale Pringle's 15%, using the figures to challenge the political relevance of both opposition figures ahead of a potential general election.
All Saints Road Repairs to Start Monday as Gov't Hands Project to Public Works
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has announced that repairs to All Saints Road will begin as early as Monday, with the Public Works Department taking over the project in place of a Canadian contractor estimated to cost $50 million. The government says Public Works can complete the job cheaper and faster, and that funding is already secured.
PM Browne Warns Elections May Come Sooner Than 90 Days, Urges Voter Registration
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has warned that general elections in Antigua and Barbuda could be called within 90 days — or even sooner — urging citizens to register and candidates to mobilise supporters immediately.
PM Browne Declares General Election Within 90 Days, Tells ABLP to Prepare
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has announced on Pointe FM that general elections will be held within 90 days, and potentially sooner, calling on ABLP candidates to begin immediate grassroots outreach. The declaration sets the stage for a highly anticipated electoral contest against the United Progressive Party.
No Tsunami Threat to Antigua After Magnitude 6.9 Atlantic Earthquake
A magnitude 6.9 earthquake along the Northern Mid-Atlantic Ridge prompted regional monitoring Saturday morning, but Antiguan authorities have confirmed there is no tsunami threat to Antigua and Barbuda. The Meteorological Service has advised the public that no action is required.
Cuba Denies U.S. Embassy Request to Import Diesel Amid Deepening Energy Crisis
Cuba has denied a U.S. Embassy request to import diesel for its generators, raising the prospect of reduced diplomatic staffing in Havana as the island faces a deepening energy crisis. The standoff comes amid sustained U.S. pressure on the Cuban government and a recent island-wide blackout.
Government: 5% Public Sector Pay Rise Already Budgeted, No Treasury Strain Expected
The Antiguan government says a five percent interim salary increase for public servants, due at the end of March, has already been budgeted for and will not strain the national treasury. Officials describe the adjustment as temporary, with broader compensation negotiations still underway.
5,000 Join Caribe Wave Tsunami Drill as Officials Flag Preparedness Gaps
Around 5,000 Antiguans and Barbudans took part in the annual Caribe Wave tsunami drill on Thursday, with officials praising overall coordination while identifying issues including sirens sounding at incorrect times. The National Office of Disaster Services said the exercise highlighted both the progress made and the work still needed to bolster national disaster readiness.
Antigua and Barbuda Consulate in New York Launches Diaspora Youth Engagement Drive
The Consulate General of Antigua and Barbuda in New York is hosting its first Diaspora Networking Mixer on March 25, bringing together young Antiguans and Barbudans in the Northeast to strengthen ties with their homeland. The event, backed by Ambassador Walton Webson, is part of a broader initiative to engage the diaspora's younger generations in the country's social and economic development.
Lovell Calls on UPP to Sharpen Messaging and Rebuild After By-Election Loss
Former UPP leader Harold Lovell has called on the party to sharpen its messaging, boost grassroots engagement, and rebuild its organisational machinery following the March 16 St. Philip's North by-election. Lovell framed the result as a learning experience and urged a collective effort to prepare for future electoral contests.
Lovell Calls for Unity Over Blame After UPP Loss in St. Philip's North By-Election
Former UPP leader Harold Lovell has urged the party to avoid internal blame and focus on reflection after suffering a decline in voter support in the St. Philip's North by-election held on March 16. Lovell also criticised the ruling ABLP for accelerating development projects in the constituency ahead of the vote, questioning the quality and sustainability of the work.