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National Parks Authority Honours Eight Enslaved Men Killed at Naval Dockyard in 1744
The National Parks Authority is marking the 8th of March Project with youth-centred activities honouring eight enslaved men killed at the Antigua Naval Dockyard in 1744, whose identities were hidden in archives for generations. The initiative aims to bring this overlooked history to younger Antiguans under the theme 'Knowledge of Self is Generational Wealth.'
Experts Warn Cooks Disposal Site Lacks Wastewater Treatment Infrastructure
Experts are warning that the Cooks disposal site in Antigua and Barbuda has no wastewater treatment infrastructure, with decades of inaction leaving the nation ill-equipped to safely handle liquid waste being dumped there daily. According to Antigua Observer, the consequences of this neglect are already being felt.
Community Gardens Festival Celebrates 15 Years of Beautification and Environmental Pride
The Ministry of Social and Urban Transformation has launched the 15th Annual Community Gardens and Beautification Festival, celebrating a decade and a half of civic engagement, environmental stewardship, and food security under the theme "Think Beautification for Our Nation's Health and Wealth."
Cabinet Approves Land Exchange Programme to Expand Affordable Housing
The Antiguan Cabinet has approved a land exchange programme aimed at boosting the supply of affordable housing, with $500,000 immediately set aside to get the initiative underway. The proposal was brought forward by Minister of Works and Housing Maria Browne.
CCTV Equipment Bound for Antigua as Island-Wide Surveillance System Nears Launch
The equipment for Antigua and Barbuda's island-wide CCTV surveillance system is on its way to the island, with installation set to begin within weeks. The update was delivered to Cabinet by Director General of Communications Maurice Merchant, as reported by Antigua Observer.
FBI DNA Expert Cross-Examined in Murder Trial of Men Accused of Killing Customs Official
The murder trial of three men charged with the abduction and killing of senior Customs official Nigel Christian continued Thursday with the cross-examination of an FBI forensic DNA expert whose testimony links the accused to crime scene evidence.
Nut Grove Man Sentenced to Seven Months for Smuggling Gun Magazine in Speaker
A Nut Grove man has been sentenced to seven months in prison after pleading guilty to attempting to smuggle a firearm magazine into Antigua concealed inside a wireless party speaker. Alex Joseph, 33, was sentenced on Thursday following a stop-and-search operation that uncovered the hidden contraband.
Female RPFAB Officers Launch 'Beyond the Badge' Retreat to Boost Community Ties and Well-Being
Female officers of the Royal Police Force of Antigua and Barbuda have launched a four-day retreat titled 'Building Strength Beyond the Badge 2026,' aimed at deepening community bonds and supporting the personal and professional well-being of women in the force.
Three-Month Immigration Amnesty Programme Launches April 2
Antigua and Barbuda's government has announced a three-month immigration amnesty programme beginning April 2nd, open to undocumented residents who have lived in the country for four or more years. The initiative was confirmed following this week's Cabinet meeting.
CID Investigates Break-In at Market Street Fisheries Complex
The Criminal Investigations Department is investigating a break-in at the Fisheries Complex on Market Street, discovered by an employee at approximately 6:30 am. Authorities were alerted after the staff member arrived for their shift and found the ice dispatch door had been breached.
Man Sentenced to Six Years for Sexual Abuse of Wife's Teenage Niece
A man has been jailed for six years after a jury found him guilty of having sexual intercourse with a dependent and indecent assault involving his wife's teenage niece. The case, reported by Antigua Observer, centred on the abuse of trust within a family household.
West Bus Station Police Outpost Suffers Significant Fire Damage
The St. John's Fire Station is investigating a fire that caused significant damage to the West Bus Station Police Outpost on the morning of Wednesday, March 4, 2026. Fire tender No. 17 was dispatched to the scene at 6:50 am, according to Antigua Observer.
Local Arts Directors Demand Professional Recognition Ahead of CHOGM 2026
Creative directors Zahra Airall and Tavia Hunte are calling for greater professional respect for the arts in national planning as Antigua and Barbuda prepares to host CHOGM 2026. The appeal followed a joint showcase by their companies, Honeybee Theatre and Shiva's School of Dance.
UN Youth Delegate Williams Unveils 'Village to Global' Vision for Antigua and Barbuda
Newly appointed UN Youth Delegate Amelia Williams has outlined her 'Village to Global' vision, pledging to bring the grassroots realities of Antigua and Barbuda to the international development stage. Williams, a member of the YWiL 2026 cohort, describes her appointment as a responsibility to amplify local voices in global policy.
Minister Greene Touts CHOGM 2026 as Gateway to Global Opportunity for Local Creatives
Minister of Foreign Affairs E.P. Chet Greene has declared CHOGM 2026 a transformative opportunity for Antigua and Barbuda's creative sector, promising a "new dispensation" of global investment and professional growth for local artists.
Emergency Repairs Underway at ABS After Staff Walk Out Over Safety Concerns
Emergency repairs are underway at the Antigua Broadcasting Service after staff withdrew over hazardous working conditions. Public Works Department personnel began surface repairs Monday night, targeting structural and sanitation issues.
Archivist Warns National Archives Closure Puts Antigua's Sovereignty at Risk
A leading Caribbean archivist is warning that the prolonged closure of Antigua and Barbuda's National Archives threatens the country's sovereignty, legal identity, and its role as keeper of the Eastern Caribbean's shared historical record.
Sunrise Airways Launches First Direct Route Between Antigua and Dominican Republic
Sunrise Airways has launched its inaugural direct route between Santo Domingo and Antigua's V.C. Bird International Airport, a development officials say will serve the island's estimated 14,000 Dominican Republic nationals and strengthen regional ties.
People's Forum Lead Vows to Make Commonwealth Quilt a Full Twin-Island History
National Lead Samantha Marshall has committed to transforming the Commonwealth Quilt project into a twin-island record of Antigua and Barbuda's cultural heritage, acting on a direct mandate from Minister E.P. Chet Greene.
ABEC Switches to Transparent Ballot Boxes to Boost Electoral Integrity
The Antigua and Barbuda Electoral Commission has announced a switch from opaque to transparent ballot boxes for all future electoral processes, citing a commitment to greater transparency and public confidence in democracy.