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WIOC CEO Cautions Antiguans on Rising Fuel Costs Amid Global Oil Price Surge
The CEO of the West Indies Oil Company has warned Antiguans that fuel prices could increase as global oil markets experience a significant price surge. According to Antigua.news, the alert urges consumers and businesses to prepare for potential higher costs at the pump.
ABLP to Hold Town Hall in St. Philip's North Ahead of By-Election
The Antigua and Barbuda Labour Party has announced a town hall meeting in St. Philip's North, featuring candidate Randy Baltimore, as campaigning heats up ahead of the constituency's upcoming by-election.
SLBMC Healthcare Professionals Complete Regional Critical Care Training in Barbados
Three Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre professionals recently completed a five-day Caribbean sub-regional workshop in Barbados focused on critical care management of Severe Acute Respiratory Infection (SARI). The delegation included a consultant paediatrician, a consultant intensivist, and the ICU unit manager.
Agro Expo 2026 Comes to Botanical Gardens on March 31
The Ministry of Agriculture, Lands, Fisheries and the Blue Economy will host Agro Expo 2026 on March 31 at the Antigua Botanical Gardens, celebrating youth innovation in agriculture and honouring winners of the Inter-school Garden Competition.
Liquor Sales Prohibited in St. Philip's North During By-Election
The Elections Commission has banned the sale of alcohol in St. Philip's North on by-election day, citing Section 27 of the Representation of the People Act, which prohibits the sale or distribution of intoxicating liquor within a constituency during polling hours.
UPP's Alex Browne Ramps Up St. Philip's North Campaign Ahead of March 16 By-Election
UPP candidate Alex Browne stepped up his campaign in St. Philip's North last week with canvassing, a political meeting in Glanvilles, and a weekend motorcade ahead of the March 16 by-election.
Poll Shows ABLP Candidate Baltimore Leading St. Philip's North By-Election Race
An online poll cited on Pointe FM's Browne and Browne show indicates ABLP candidate Randy Baltimore holds a significant lead ahead of the March 16 St. Philip's North by-election in Antigua and Barbuda.
PM Browne Claims More UPP Members Set to Cross Floor and Join ABLP
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has claimed that internal divisions within the opposition UPP are prompting more of its members to consider joining the ruling ABLP. Browne made the disclosure during his weekly radio programme, according to Antigua News Room.
ABS Remains Crippled as Staff Stay Away Over Health Concerns at HQ
Staff at the Antigua and Barbuda Broadcasting Services have continued to stay away from work into a new week, citing health concerns at the broadcaster's headquarters. Management is relying on a skeleton crew to maintain essential operations.
ABSAR Mourns Death of Volunteer Lee J. Sagert, Stricken During Emergency Response
Longtime Antigua and Barbuda Search and Rescue volunteer Lee J. Sagert has died after suffering a major medical emergency while responding to an emergency call. ABSAR paid tribute to his years of dedicated service to the organisation.
ABS Staff Barred from Friars Hill Road Offices for Second Week Amid Health Concerns
ABS staff have been kept out of the broadcaster's Friars Hill Road building for a second straight week due to ongoing health concerns, with no return date announced. The prolonged closure raises questions about the facility's condition and the impact on broadcasting operations.
Construction Underway on New Five Islands Primary School, Minister Confirms
Construction has officially begun on a new primary school in Antigua's Five Islands area, Education Minister Daryll Matthew has announced. The project is expected to expand education infrastructure and support community growth in the region.
Foreign Minister Greene Holds Talks with UK Counterpart Ahead of CHOGM 2026
Foreign Affairs Minister E.P. Chet Greene met with UK Minister Chris Elmore to advance bilateral cooperation between Antigua and Barbuda and the United Kingdom ahead of CHOGM 2026. The meeting was described as productive, as reported by Antigua News Room.
Gunfire Strikes Rihanna's Beverly Hills Home; Suspect Taken Into Custody
The Beverly Hills home of superstar Rihanna was struck by gunfire on Sunday afternoon, with Los Angeles police confirming a suspect has been taken into custody. The incident was reported by Antigua News Room, citing the BBC.
Single-Lane Traffic in Effect on Valley Road North and Other Major Roads
The Ministry of Works' PIMU has advised that single-lane traffic remains in effect on Valley Road North, Seatons-Seabreeze-Willikies Highway, and Old Parham Road as infrastructure repair works continue. Motorists are urged to reduce speed and follow traffic management instructions in all active work zones.
ATLU President: APUA Workers Will Not Stand Down Over Safety and Pension Demands
ATLU President Bernard De Nully says APUA workers will continue their protest until longstanding concerns over workplace safety, pensions, and wages are resolved. According to Antigua News Room, workers in ATLU bargaining units have raised health and safety issues at multiple APUA facilities.
APUA Workers Vow to Stand Firm Over Safety and Pension Disputes
The union representing APUA workers has declared members will not back down amid an ongoing dispute over workplace safety conditions and pension entitlements. The standoff signals growing tension between labour representatives and APUA management.
Letter: US Visa Restrictions — A Reality Check for the Caribbean
A letter to the editor, as published by Antigua News Room, challenges Caribbean nationals to confront the realities of US visa restrictions, questioning whether the region is paying sufficient attention to the issue and its consequences.
Antigua Marks Commonwealth Day With Eye on CHOGM 2026 Hosting Role
Antigua and Barbuda observed Commonwealth Day on Monday, with CHOGM 2026 Taskforce Head Dr. Clarence E. Pilgrim calling on citizens to embrace the moment as the nation prepares to host the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting next year.
US Citizen Arrested at VC Bird Airport in Joint Cannabis Interdiction Operation
A 34-year-old US national, Fady Aziz Saloum, has been arrested at V.C. Bird International Airport in connection with the possession and importation of cannabis following a joint drug interdiction operation, as reported by Antigua News Room.