Beazer Takes Aim at Opponent, Says Barbuda Deserves Better Representation

ABLP's Beazer Challenges Barbuda Incumbent, Vows Stronger Island Representation

ABLP candidate Kendra Beazer used his campaign launch to challenge Barbuda's incumbent representative, arguing the island has seen no meaningful progress despite years of leadership and calling on residents to demand stronger national advocacy.

April 14, 2026 · Antigua.news
Sir McChesney George Secondary School receives new multi-purpose sporting facility

BPM's Walker Pledges Dialysis Machine to End Barbuda Patients' Travel Burden

BPM leader Trevor Walker has pledged to secure a dialysis machine for Barbuda, citing the unacceptable burden placed on patients who must travel to Antigua multiple times per week for treatment. Walker made the promise at a community meeting last night, as reported by Antigua.news.

April 14, 2026 · Antigua.news
Lovell Vows to Make All Saints West 'Model Constituency' Through Targeted Development

Lovell Vows to Make All Saints West 'Model Constituency' Through Targeted Development

UPP candidate Harold Lovell has called All Saints West a potential 'model constituency,' outlining a development platform focused on infrastructure, youth, and community planning while questioning government transparency over $100 million in borrowed roadworks funding.

April 14, 2026 · Antigua News Room
Letter: Melford Nicholas Deserves Recognition for Years of Steady Service

Letter: Melford Nicholas Deserves Recognition for Years of Steady Service

A reader, writing to Antigua News Room, calls for greater public recognition of Hon. Melford Nicholas, arguing that his years of service across demanding ministerial portfolios and his constituency of St. John's City East have been consistently undervalued and unfairly criticised.

April 14, 2026 · Antigua News Room
ABLP's Beazer Vows People-First Approach Ahead of Barbuda Contest

ABLP's Beazer Vows People-First Approach Ahead of Barbuda Contest

ABLP candidate Kendra Beazer has launched his Barbuda campaign pledging people-centred leadership and vowing to prioritise residents' interests over political self-interest. He is set to face BPM candidate Trevor Walker in the April 30 general election.

April 14, 2026 · Antigua News Room
ABLP's Beazer Vows People-First Representation in Barbuda Race

ABLP's Beazer Vows People-First Representation in Barbuda Race

ABLP candidate Kendra Beazer launched his Barbuda campaign with a pledge to prioritise community welfare over self-interest, vowing to represent Barbudans with integrity ahead of the April 30 general elections. He will face BPM incumbent Trevor Walker in what promises to be a closely contested race.

April 14, 2026 · Antigua.news
Kentish Pledges Support to Whoever Wins St. George Constituency Race

Kentish Pledges Support to Whoever Wins St. George Constituency Race

Community figure Jermaine G. Kentish has pledged his full support to the winner of the St. George constituency race, calling the April 13, 2026 contest between two homegrown candidates a historic moment for the communities of New Winthorpes and Barnes Hill.

April 14, 2026 · Antigua News Room
Browne Ties National Security to Economic Growth at ABLP Convention

Browne Ties National Security to Economic Growth at ABLP Convention

Prime Minister Gaston Browne, re-elected unopposed as ABLP leader, told party delegates that national security is inseparable from economic growth and positioned the upcoming general election as a choice between stability and uncertainty.

April 14, 2026 · Antigua News Room
UWI Five Islands Students Lead Major Community Clean-Up, Remove Over 4,000 Pounds of Waste

UWI Five Islands Students Clear Over 4,000 Pounds of Waste in Community Clean-Up

UWI Five Islands Campus students, staff, and community volunteers removed more than 4,000 pounds of waste from the Five Islands area as part of the campus's First Year Experience Programme. The large-scale clean-up spanned multiple locations, including Hawksbill Beach and the Royalton Antigua corridor.

April 14, 2026 · Antigua.news
OPANAL Internship Open to Antiguan Applicants; Deadline Set for June 4

OPANAL Internship Open to Antiguan Applicants; Deadline Set for June 4

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has opened applications for a five-month OPANAL internship in Mexico City, offering Caribbean youth professionals a monthly stipend of US$1,200 and round-trip airfare. The deadline to apply is June 4, 2026.

April 14, 2026 · Antigua News Room
ABLP's Michael Joseph Releases St. John's Rural West Manifesto Ahead of April 30 Vote

ABLP's Michael Joseph Releases St. John's Rural West Manifesto Ahead of April 30 Vote

ABLP candidate Michael Joseph has released his constituency manifesto for St. John's Rural West, focusing on youth development, education, infrastructure, and entrepreneurship ahead of the April 30 general election.

April 14, 2026 · Antigua News Room
UPP's Quinn-Williams Eyes St John's City East Victory Ahead of April 30 Vote

UPP's Quinn-Williams Eyes St John's City East Victory Ahead of April 30 Vote

UPP candidate Senator Pearl Quinn-Williams says she is confident of winning St John's City East on April 30, claiming she has already surpassed the slim six-vote margin from the last election. She has criticised the sitting MP over alleged community neglect, poor sanitation, and unreliable utility services.

April 14, 2026 · Antigua News Room
WATCH: Quinn-Williams says she has surpassed confident in winning City East

UPP's Quinn-Williams Confident of Victory in St. John's City East

UPP candidate Senator Pearl Quinn-Williams says she is confident of winning St. John's City East on April 30, claiming she has already closed the six-vote gap from the last election. She cited constituency neglect, poor sanitation, and unreliable utilities as key issues driving voter discontent.

April 14, 2026 · Antigua.news
Commentary: Grading the Government — A 12-Year Report Card

Commentary: Grading the Government — A 12-Year Report Card

Commentator Yves Ephraim presents a structured 12-year report card for Antigua and Barbuda's incumbent administration, evaluating its performance on policing, border security, infrastructure, water management, investment, and the protection of individual freedoms ahead of the upcoming general election.

April 14, 2026 · Antigua News Room
UPP's Parker Vows Frontline Representation for St John's Rural North

UPP's Parker Vows Frontline Representation for St John's Rural North

UPP candidate Malaka Parker is campaigning for St John's Rural North on a platform of visible representation, citing resident complaints that the sitting MP is "largely unseen and unfelt" in the community. She has announced a town hall meeting for Thursday as part of her plan for sustained community engagement.

April 14, 2026 · Antigua News Room
Parker Pledges Visibility and Action in Bid for St. John's Rural North Seat

Parker Pledges Visibility and Action in Bid for St. John's Rural North Seat

UPP candidate Malaka Parker is campaigning for the St. John's Rural North seat on a platform of community visibility and direct engagement, criticising the current representative's absence and announcing a constituency town hall for Thursday.

April 14, 2026 · Antigua.news
UPP's Pringle Labels Water Crisis an 'Indignity,' Vows Relief if Elected

UPP's Pringle Labels Water Crisis an 'Indignity,' Vows Relief if Elected

UPP leader Jamale Pringle has called Antigua and Barbuda's water supply challenges an "indignity," promising tax relief and infrastructure improvements if his party forms the next government. Meanwhile, APUA has launched a Utility Amnesty Programme to assist long-disconnected customers.

April 14, 2026 · Antigua News Room
“Water Is Not a Luxury” — UPP Promises Emergency Relief if Elected into Office

UPP Pledges Tax Relief on Water Equipment, 24/7 Supply if Elected

UPP leader Jamale Pringle has pledged to eliminate taxes on water storage and pumping equipment and deliver 24/7 water access nationwide if his party wins the upcoming election. The announcement comes as APUA separately launches a Utility Amnesty Programme to help long-disconnected residential customers restore essential services.

April 14, 2026 · Antigua.news
UPP's Williams Pledges Economic Transformation for St John's City South

UPP's Williams Pledges Economic Transformation for St John's City South

UPP candidate Adrian Williams has outlined plans to expand commerce, support cottage industries, and open agricultural land to youth in St John's City South, declaring that residents are driven by "a great hunger for change."

April 14, 2026 · Antigua News Room
Williams pitches economic transformation for St. John's City South

UPP's Williams Vows Economic Overhaul for St. John's City South

UPP candidate Adrian Williams has outlined plans to transform St. John's City South into a commerce and cottage industry hub, saying voter appetite for change is fuelling his campaign despite a late entry into the race.

April 14, 2026 · Antigua.news