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Antigua Cruise Port Pours First Pool Foundation as Retail and Parking Works Advance
Construction at the Antigua Cruise Port has reached a new milestone, with the first concrete foundation for a planned Day Club pool poured and retail fit-outs advancing. An expanded parking facility linking Lower Church Street and Newgate Street is also set to begin shortly.
UPP Candidate Malaka Parker Hosts Free Health Fair in Yorks
UPP candidate for St. John's Rural North, Malaka Parker, hosted a free weekend health fair at the Yorks Basketball Court, providing residents with access to paediatric, ophthalmological and general medical screenings. The event forms part of her broader Community Development Plan, which places healthcare access at the forefront of her platform.
PM Browne Hopes U.S. Will Drop Partial Visa Restrictions at June Review
Prime Minister Gaston Browne says Antigua and Barbuda is hopeful that partial U.S. visa restrictions will not be renewed when they come up for review in June, citing ongoing diplomatic discussions with U.S. officials. Browne has argued the restrictions were imposed on a false premise regarding the country's citizenship-by-investment programme.
St. Peter Leads Voter ID Drive as National Replacements Surpass 32,000
Voter ID card replacements in Antigua and Barbuda have surpassed 32,000, with St. Peter leading all constituencies at 93 per cent completion ahead of the April 30 general election. Activity has surged in recent days, though several St. John's constituencies continue to lag behind.
SLBMC Launches Year-Long 'Project Bloom' Campaign to Boost Early Prenatal Care
Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre has launched Project Bloom, a year-long public education campaign aimed at encouraging expectant mothers across Antigua and Barbuda to seek prenatal care earlier in their pregnancies. The initiative combines social media outreach, public service announcements, and community engagement to address medical, emotional, and financial barriers to early maternal healthcare.
UWI Five Islands Campus Expansion Moves to Tender Phase with Saudi Fund Financing
The Government of Antigua and Barbuda has launched a tender process for Phase 1 of the UWI Five Islands Campus Expansion, with financing secured through the Saudi Fund for Development. The project will add academic facilities, student housing, and a new indoor sports complex to the campus.
Pringle Pledges UPP Accountability From Day One If Elected
UPP leader Jamale Pringle told rally-goers in St. Philip's South that his party should be held accountable from its first 100 days in office if elected. He also promoted the party's manifesto, which he said was shaped by consultations with a broad cross-section of Antiguan society.
Government House Museum Launches 'Entangled Islands' Exhibition Celebrating Irish-Caribbean Ties
The Government House Museum in Antigua and Barbuda has opened "Entangled Islands: Ireland & the Caribbean," a new exhibition exploring the shared historical and cultural connections between Ireland and the Caribbean. The launch ceremony, held on April 27, 2026, was attended by Governor General Sir Rodney Williams, diplomatic representatives, and cultural practitioners.
ABLP Candidate Newton Blasts Pringle's Record, Pledges Land and Roads for All Saints
ABLP candidate Lamin Newton accused opposition leader Jamale Pringle of delivering nothing across two terms in All Saints East and St. Luke, while promising land distribution and road upgrades ahead of the April 30 election. According to Antigua News Room, Newton identified 50 acres for resident distribution and pledged paving works across multiple communities.
PM Browne Touts ABLP's Newton as Future PM, Blasts Pringle Ahead of April 30 Vote
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has praised ABLP candidate Lamin Newton as a potential future prime minister during a campaign rally in All Saints, while sharply criticising opposition leader Jamale Pringle ahead of the April 30 general election.
Benjamin Dismisses Four-Day Work Week as Ill-Suited to Antigua and Barbuda
Attorney General Sir Steadroy Benjamin has rejected the four-day work week proposal, calling it a "fanciful theoretical" idea incompatible with Antigua and Barbuda's economic realities ahead of the April 30 general election.
Harrigan Convicted in Nigel Christian Murder; Co-Accused Walk Free
A jury has found Saleim Harrigan guilty of the 2020 murder of Customs officer Nigel Christian, while co-accused Wayne Thomas and Lasean Bully were acquitted following more than five hours of deliberations before Justice Rajiv Persaud.
One Convicted, Two Acquitted in Murder of Senior Customs Officer Nigel Christian
A jury has unanimously convicted Saleim Harrigan for the 2020 murder of senior Customs officer Nigel Christian, while co-defendants Wayne Thomas and Lasean Bully were acquitted, as reported by Antigua.news. The verdict concludes a trial that lasted more than two months and featured DNA evidence, FBI cellular mapping, and contested claims about police conduct.
Jury Seeks More Time in Murder Trial of Three Men Accused of Killing Customs Officer
The jury in the murder trial of three men accused of killing senior Customs officer Nigel Christian has requested more time to deliberate, as reported by Antigua.news. Deliberations are continuing after the jury indicated it was not yet ready to deliver a verdict following Justice Rajiv Persaud's lengthy summation.
Booby Alley Housing Project Enters Final Phase After Eight Years
The Booby Alley Housing Project, eight years in the making, has officially entered its final phase of development. The long-awaited project marks a significant milestone for the community.
Booby Alley Redevelopment Nears Completion After Eight Years
The Booby Alley redevelopment project, years in the making, is nearing completion and is being described as one of the most ambitious housing transformations in Antigua and Barbuda's history. Prime Minister Gaston Browne recently toured the site as the project enters its final stage.
All Saints Road Detours in Effect Overnight as Major Infrastructure Works Begin
The Ministry of Works has announced overnight detours on All Saints Road from 7:00 pm on April 27th to 7:00 am the following morning, as major infrastructure works get underway between Bottom Village and the Pentecostal Church. Motorists are advised to adjust travel plans and follow all on-site instructions.
All Saints Road Detour in Effect Tonight for Infrastructure Works
The Ministry of Works has announced a overnight road detour on All Saints Road between Bottom Village and the Pentecostal Church, in effect from 7:00 pm tonight until 7:00 am Tuesday as part of the ongoing All Saints Road Project.
Bomb Threat Triggers Evacuation of Police HQ; Search Finds Nothing
An anonymous phone call claiming a bomb had been planted inside the Royal Police Force headquarters triggered a full evacuation Monday morning. A search by the EOD team and K-9 unit found no device, and the building was given the all-clear.
California Teacher Charged With Attempting to Assassinate President Trump
Cole Tomas Allen, a 31-year-old California teacher, appeared in a Washington, D.C., court Monday on charges of attempting to assassinate President Donald Trump following a shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner. As reported by Antigua News Room, Allen faces a potential life sentence and was ordered held in custody pending further hearings.