The National Council of Parent-Teacher Associations supports the decision to continue with the Barbados Secondary Schools Entrance Examination for at least another year as it believes this will allow for adequate input from all stakeholders before any switch. This follows Minister of Education Kay McConney telling the Nation Newspaper yesterday that the exam will remain […]
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The National Cultural Foundation has joined in the tributes at the passing of veteran Barbadian musician Rickey Aimey. NCF CEO Carol Roberts described Mr. Aimey as an ace musician who was widely acclaimed for his outstanding skills as bass player. She spoke of his long and highlight-filled career.
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Government has been defending its mill and pave road repair program in the face of criticism from Opposition Leader Ralph Thorne who alleged that the south coast repairs are politically motivated and are a temporary fix that may have to be dug up. He was speaking as the House of Assembly debated and then passed […]
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The Barbados Fire Service has been battling a blaze in a derelict building at Howell’s Cross Road, St. Michael. The building is located opposite the Barbados Community College. The fire started sometime between 4:30 and 5 pm.
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Veteran Barbadian musician and vocalist Ricky Aimey has passed away. Mr. Aimey, who was a renowned bass player, passed away yesterday, Monday. One of his signature covers was “Reasons” by Earth Wind and Fire. Close friend and bandmate for over 40 years, Ian Alleyne, said he was lost for words at the passing of such […]
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Education Minister Kay McConney says she is satisfied with efforts by her Ministry to ensure a smooth start to the Barbados Secondary School Entrance Examination. Ms. McConney flanked by other officials from the Ministry of Education spoke with journalists at the Princess Margaret Secondary School in St. Philip where 198 students from 5 primary schools […]
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The Transport Board is assuring St. Andrew residents that there is no plan to withdraw the Baxters Bridge bus service. Transport Board CEO, Fabian Wharton, tells Starcom Network News, that some residents are reportedly of the view that the service implemented to assist residents affected by the closure of the Bruce Vale Bridge a couple […]
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A man has died after being stabbed in an altercation at River Road, St. Michael. The incident happened sometime around 5 pm. The victim was taken to the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in a private vehicle and was pronounced dead. Police are now seeking to identify the other parties involved in the incident.
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The Barbados Cricket Association denies there’s industrial action planned by its staff ahead of the ICC Men’s T20 Cricket World Cup but has launched an investigation into several allegations made in a document that’s in circulation hinting at industrial unrest at the organization. Management of the BCA met today with the staff there over the […]
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Twenty-five people have been displaced by a fire at Wellington Street in the City that the Barbados Fire Service battled until well into the early hours of this morning. Sixteen houses were affected with six destroyed. Acting Chief Fire Officer, Henderson Patrick, says the Fire Service was notified of the fire at around 10:23 last […]
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