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ABLP's Newton Eyes Upset in UPP Stronghold of All Saints East and St Luke
ABLP candidate Lamin Newton is challenging Opposition Leader Jamale Pringle in All Saints East and St Luke, a UPP stronghold held for over 30 years. Newton says support on the ground is shifting ahead of the upcoming general election.
Dr. Benjamin Enters St. Mary's North Race with Confidence and Community Backing
ABLP candidate Dr. Philmore Benjamin says he enters the St. Mary's North general election race with confidence, backed by over three decades of medical service and two years of active community engagement.
ABLP Chairman Greene Declares 'All Seats in Play' as Party Launches Election Campaign
ABLP Chairman E.P. Chet Greene declared at the party's campaign launch that "all seats are in play," signalling the ruling party's intention to contest every constituency as it seeks another term in office.
UPP Leader Pringle Describes 'Gun to His Head' Pressure During Candidate Selection
UPP Political Leader Jamale Pringle has publicly described the intense internal pressure he faced during his party's candidate selection process, citing the defection of longtime member Dr. Philmore Benjamin, who is now running under the ABLP banner.
ABEC: Over 26,000 Replacement Voter ID Cards Processed Ahead of April 30 Vote
The Antigua and Barbuda Electoral Commission reports that more than 26,400 replacement voter ID cards have been processed across all 17 constituencies, surpassing the halfway mark ahead of the April 30 general elections.
Man Hospitalised With Burns After All Saints House Fire Destroys Home, Damages Shop
A 30-year-old man is hospitalised in stable condition with burns after a late-night house fire in All Saints destroyed a wooden home and spread to a nearby shop. The cause of the blaze is under investigation.
Man Hospitalised After Late-Night Fire Destroys Home and Shop in All Saints
A 30-year-old man is hospitalised in stable condition after a late-night fire destroyed a wooden home and spread to a nearby shop in All Saints. The cause of the blaze remains under investigation.
Sports Minister Welcomes Home Swimmers After Strong CARIFTA Aquatics Showing
Sports Minister Daryll Matthew has welcomed home the national swimming team following a medal-rich performance at the 39th CARIFTA Aquatics Championships, highlighted by gold medals and record-breaking swims from several athletes.
ABEC Sets April 13 Nomination Day for 2026 General Elections
ABEC has outlined the official guidelines for Nomination Day, set for April 13, 2026, detailing eligibility criteria, documentation requirements, and the EC$500 deposit fee for prospective candidates in the upcoming General Elections.
Returning Officers Appointed Ahead of Upcoming Elections
Antigua and Barbuda's electoral authorities have issued a formal notice announcing the appointment of Returning Officers, a key procedural step in the lead-up to elections.
Massiah Claims Hat-Trick at Jermaine Kentish Birthday Golf Shootout
New Winthorpes golfer Dion Kiethly Massiah has won the Jermaine Kentish Birthday Shootout for the third year running, defeating the event's namesake in a playoff to claim the five-hundred-dollar grand prize. The star-studded nine-hole competition drew seventeen players, including national hero Sir Viv Richards.
Antigua Heads to the Polls April 30 as Snap Election Triggers Party Showdown
Antigua and Barbuda is heading to the polls on April 30th following the announcement of a snap general election, pitting Prime Minister Gaston Browne against opposition leader Jamale Pringle in a high-stakes political showdown.
ABLP's Greene Defines 'Renaissance' as People-Centred Vision for Antigua and Barbuda
ABLP chairman E.P. Chet Greene has outlined the party's "Renaissance" campaign vision as a people-centred framework for national renewal, covering sectors including healthcare, education, housing, and tourism. The theme anchors the party's re-election bid, with Greene calling on citizens to see themselves as active partners in Antigua and Barbuda's next phase of development.
Inland Revenue Warns Businesses to Comply With Two-Day ABST Waiver in April
The Inland Revenue Department has announced a two-day ABST waiver on food items and school supplies, set for April 10 and 11, 2026, following Cabinet approval in March. Businesses have been instructed to comply strictly with the guidelines for the temporary zero-rated measure.
ABLP's Newton Targets UPP Stronghold in All Saints East and St. Luke
ABLP candidate Lamin Newton is mounting a challenge against Opposition Leader Jamale Pringle in All Saints East and St. Luke, a constituency the UPP has held for over three decades. According to Antigua.news, Newton expressed confidence following the ABLP's campaign launch that momentum is shifting on the ground.
Simon Vows to Keep St. Mary's South Blue as UPP Eyes General Election Win
UPP candidate Kelvin "Shugy" Simon rallied supporters at Freedom Hall on Tuesday, vowing to retain the St. Mary's South seat in the upcoming general election and urging the party faithful to build on their historic back-to-back electoral victories.
All Saints Road Works Resume with Overnight Closures and Detours
The Ministry of Works has announced the resumption of major infrastructure rehabilitation works along All Saints Road, with overnight road closures and detours in place from Townhouse Megastore to FADI Building Supplies beginning Wednesday, 8th April 2026.
Maria Browne Puts Growth and Renewal at Heart of St. John's Rural East Campaign
ABLP candidate and sitting MP Maria Bird Browne is campaigning for re-election in St. John's Rural East on a platform of infrastructure upgrades, flood mitigation, and a housing renewal initiative targeting abandoned and underutilized lands. According to Antigua.news, Browne says significant progress has already been made in roadworks and community development over the past two years.
ABST Dropped to Zero on Food and School Supplies for Two Days in April
The Antigua and Barbuda Sales Tax will be cut to zero percent on food and school supplies for two days — April 10th and 11th — under a Cabinet-approved measure. The Inland Revenue Department has outlined eligible items and instructed businesses on how to account for the reduced-rate sales.
Lovell Endorses Pringle, Rallies UPP Behind Unity Ahead of General Election
UPP candidate Harold Lovell publicly endorsed party leader Jamale Pringle at a candidate ratification event Tuesday night, urging supporters to set aside divisions and present a unified front ahead of the upcoming general election.