AOPT backs PM on traffic congestion talks
By Shamar Blunt The head of the organisation representing public service vehicle (PSV) owners is in support of Prime Minister Mia Mottley’s plan for a “serious discussion” about traffic congestion clogging the nation’s roads and highways. Chairman of Alliance Owners of Public Transport (AOPT) Roy Raphael told Barbados TODAY that traffic levels had become a […]
ROAD BLOCK
For several hours today, traffic on Salters Main Road, St George had to be diverted after an electricity pole broke at its base and fell forward towards the road, bringing power lines down with it. After a backup of traffic, drivers had to turn their vehicles around and find alternative routes. (Photo by Shamar Blunt) […]
Sickout at Inchcape?
Car dealership Inchcape Barbados was struck by apparent industrial action on Monday as employees from several critical departments reported sick, Barbados TODAY has learned. But while a spokesman for the union representing the workers denied that the union prompted the sick calls as a form of industrial action, it came immediately after an impasse between […]
‘FIX IT!’ – Consett Bay fisherfolk say poor market management costing them money
Several fisherfolk at Consett Bay, St John are complaining of losing thousands of dollars daily caused by what they deem mismanagement of the fish market there. They told Barbados TODAY on Monday of a range of problems at the St John fish landing site over several months. And while Senior Manager of Markets Eric Lewis […]
Police officer gives evidence in rape case
When he was interviewed by police in March 2018 about a rape complaint, Taganna Tyrese Clarke admitted to police that he did have sex with the complainant but insisted he did not rape her. In addition, according to Clarke’s written statement, the complainant had told him she was 18 years old, not 16. This was […]
Newest centenarian a teacher in school and at home
A century’s worth of life as a primary school teacher, wife and mother was cause for celebration in the St George home of Ivy Odessa Brathwaite, as family and friends toasted her 100th birthday on Monday. Despite heavy morning showers, the sun shone in Brathwaite’s smile as President Her Excellency The Most Honourable Dame Sandra […]
Police welfare group condemns misconduct but not worried about outcry
By Emmanuel Joseph The Barbados Police Association (BPA) which represents the welfare of the Barbados Police Service’s more than 1 100 constables and sergeants is not worried about the public outcry over claims of misconduct by some officers, it said Monday. However, BPA President Mervyn Grace was adamant that the association will not back any […]
Priest worried about possible impact of marijuana industry on young people
Anglican cleric and Independent Senator Reverend Canon Dr John Rogers has expressed concern about the burgeoning medicinal cannabis industry’s potential impact on young people. In his sermon on Sunday as a rector of St George Parish Church, he sparked a broader debate about legality versus societal well-being amid the ongoing examination of the legalisation of […]
Horticulture Society laments youth’s lack of interest
The organisers of this year’s Barbados Horticultural Society (BHS) Annual Flower and Garden Show say the two-day event held over the weekend was a success, but have expressed concern that the organisation is not attracting young people. The show, considered to be one of the BHS’ marque events, showcased the island’s vibrant horticultural talents and […]