• Ministry Of Works Provides 2025 Road Works Recap

    π—π—’π—œπ—‘ 𝗒𝗨π—₯ π—ͺ𝗛𝗔𝗧𝗦𝗔𝗣𝗣 π—–π—›π—”π—‘π—‘π—˜π—Ÿ! π—–π—Ÿπ—œπ—–π—ž 𝗒𝗑 π—§π—›π—˜ π—Ÿπ—œπ—‘π—ž: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaN7nmQGOj9na4QhBa12 Ministry of Works: In 2025, we brought unparalleled intensity to infrastructure improvements across communities island-wide. In December, as in previous months, the construction of roads, curbs, and drains continued at pace, powered by the unwavering dedication of our team members, contractors, and departmental partners. In 2026,…

  • UPDATED TRAVEL ADVISORY: Flights Resume At The V.C. Bird International Airport

    π—π—’π—œπ—‘ 𝗒𝗨π—₯ π—ͺ𝗛𝗔𝗧𝗦𝗔𝗣𝗣 π—–π—›π—”π—‘π—‘π—˜π—Ÿ! π—–π—Ÿπ—œπ—–π—ž 𝗒𝗑 π—§π—›π—˜ π—Ÿπ—œπ—‘π—ž: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaN7nmQGOj9na4QhBa12 The VC Bird International Airport reports that airspace restrictions affecting the Caribbean region, which were implemented yesterday due to the situation in Venezuela, have now been lifted. Correspondingly, airlines are working to restore normal schedules today and accommodate passengers affected by yesterday’s cancellations. Already, American Airlines…

  • Closed Season For Red Hind, Coney And Nassau Grouper

    Environmental Awareness Group: We would like to remind everyone that our Red Hind, Coney, and Nassau Grouper populations have entered their breeding season. Giving them the time to do this is important to our fisheries and to the continuation of life underwater.⁣⁣ Do your part to support our fisherfolk and our coral reefs by respecting…

  • TRAVEL UPDATE: V.C Bird International Airport Continues To Monitor And Adjust To Cancelled And Delayed Flights

    π—π—’π—œπ—‘ 𝗒𝗨π—₯ π—ͺ𝗛𝗔𝗧𝗦𝗔𝗣𝗣 π—–π—›π—”π—‘π—‘π—˜π—Ÿ! π—–π—Ÿπ—œπ—–π—ž 𝗒𝗑 π—§π—›π—˜ π—Ÿπ—œπ—‘π—ž: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaN7nmQGOj9na4QhBa12 ST. GEORGE, 3rd January, 2026…Multiple international flights serving Antigua and Barbuda experienced cancellations and delays today as a result of the evolving situation in Venezuela. VC Bird International Airport has been in direct contact with air carriers and can confirm the various flight schedule impacts. Below…

  • National Sailing Academy Implements New Traffic Flow Changes

    π—π—’π—œπ—‘ 𝗒𝗨π—₯ π—ͺ𝗛𝗔𝗧𝗦𝗔𝗣𝗣 π—–π—›π—”π—‘π—‘π—˜π—Ÿ! π—–π—Ÿπ—œπ—–π—ž 𝗒𝗑 π—§π—›π—˜ π—Ÿπ—œπ—‘π—ž: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaN7nmQGOj9na4QhBa12 The National Sailing Academy has swapped its entry and exit gates. Changing old habits is hard but necessary. The organization is committed to ensuring the safety and smooth flow of traffic into and out of the property. Having conferred with the Royal Police Force of Antigua…

  • TRAVEL ADVISORY: Flight Movements Impacted By Situation In Venezuela

    π—π—’π—œπ—‘ 𝗒𝗨π—₯ π—ͺ𝗛𝗔𝗧𝗦𝗔𝗣𝗣 π—–π—›π—”π—‘π—‘π—˜π—Ÿ! π—–π—Ÿπ—œπ—–π—ž 𝗒𝗑 π—§π—›π—˜ π—Ÿπ—œπ—‘π—ž: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaN7nmQGOj9na4QhBa12 V.C. Bird International Airport: The Antigua and Barbuda Airport Authority wishes to advise the general public that due to the situation in Venezuela, several flight cancellations and schedule changes are affecting regional travel, including here at the VC Bird International. Passengers are strongly urged to contact…

  • Fort-de-France, Martinique, Shaken By Moderate 5.6 Magnitude Earthquake

    π—π—’π—œπ—‘ 𝗒𝗨π—₯ π—ͺ𝗛𝗔𝗧𝗦𝗔𝗣𝗣 π—–π—›π—”π—‘π—‘π—˜π—Ÿ! π—–π—Ÿπ—œπ—–π—ž 𝗒𝗑 π—§π—›π—˜ π—Ÿπ—œπ—‘π—ž: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaN7nmQGOj9na4QhBa12 UWI, SRC – Automatic Earthquake Location DATE AND TIME: 2026-01-02 5:48 pm (Local Time)2026-01-02 21:48 (UTC) MAGNITUDE: 5.6 LOCATION: Latitude: 15.01N | Longitude: 60.66WDepth: 30 km NEARBY CITIES:Fort-de-France, Martinique, 65 km, NERoseau, Dominica, 87 km, SECastries, Saint Lucia, 114 km, NNE*distance and direction to epicenter DISCLAIMER:…

  • New Year’s Message From The President Of The Antigua And Barbuda Red Cross Society

    π—π—’π—œπ—‘ 𝗒𝗨π—₯ π—ͺ𝗛𝗔𝗧𝗦𝗔𝗣𝗣 π—–π—›π—”π—‘π—‘π—˜π—Ÿ! π—–π—Ÿπ—œπ—–π—ž 𝗒𝗑 π—§π—›π—˜ π—Ÿπ—œπ—‘π—ž: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaN7nmQGOj9na4QhBa12 As we stand at the threshold of a new year, I extend warm greetings and heartfelt gratitude to every volunteer, member, partner, donor, and supporter of the Antigua and Barbuda Red Cross Society. The year now behind us tested our resolve, refined our purpose, and reminded…

  • Cold Weather Expected For New Year’s Eve In Antigua And Barbuda

    π—π—’π—œπ—‘ 𝗒𝗨π—₯ π—ͺ𝗛𝗔𝗧𝗦𝗔𝗣𝗣 π—–π—›π—”π—‘π—‘π—˜π—Ÿ! π—–π—Ÿπ—œπ—–π—ž 𝗒𝗑 π—§π—›π—˜ π—Ÿπ—œπ—‘π—ž: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaN7nmQGOj9na4QhBa12 Dale Destin – 268Weather: The minimum temperature of 20.7Β°C/69.3Β°F for last night, (December 30, 2025), at the V.C. Bird International Airport (VCBIA) was the 3rd coldest on record. Note that some places had temperatures as low as 16Β°C (61Β°F). Similar is expected tonight, which will make…

  • NOTICE: Consultation Sessions On Proposed Pharmacy Bill And Regulations 2026

    π—π—’π—œπ—‘ 𝗒𝗨π—₯ π—ͺ𝗛𝗔𝗧𝗦𝗔𝗣𝗣 π—–π—›π—”π—‘π—‘π—˜π—Ÿ! π—–π—Ÿπ—œπ—–π—ž 𝗒𝗑 π—§π—›π—˜ π—Ÿπ—œπ—‘π—ž: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaN7nmQGOj9na4QhBa12 The Antigua and Barbuda Pharmacy Council, in conjunction with the Chief Parliamentary Council within the Ministry of Legal Affairs, will be hosting consultation sessions on the proposed Pharmacy Bill and Regulations 2026 at the Parliament Building on the 5th and 6th January 2026, from 9:00 a.m.…

  • Near-Record Cold Night Across Antigua And Barbuda

    π—π—’π—œπ—‘ 𝗒𝗨π—₯ π—ͺ𝗛𝗔𝗧𝗦𝗔𝗣𝗣 π—–π—›π—”π—‘π—‘π—˜π—Ÿ! π—–π—Ÿπ—œπ—–π—ž 𝗒𝗑 π—§π—›π—˜ π—Ÿπ—œπ—‘π—ž: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaN7nmQGOj9na4QhBa12 Dale C. S. Destin – Antigua and Barbuda experienced anotherΒ notably cold night, with minimum temperatures ranging betweenΒ 14–23Β°C (57–73Β°F)Β across the country. While such temperatures are not unprecedented, last night’s readings wereΒ near record-low levels, especially when viewed through the lens of long-term observations at the V. C. Bird…

  • Peak Swells Will Continue To Affect The Northeastern Caribbean

    π—π—’π—œπ—‘ 𝗒𝗨π—₯ π—ͺ𝗛𝗔𝗧𝗦𝗔𝗣𝗣 π—–π—›π—”π—‘π—‘π—˜π—Ÿ! π—–π—Ÿπ—œπ—–π—ž 𝗒𝗑 π—§π—›π—˜ π—Ÿπ—œπ—‘π—ž: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaN7nmQGOj9na4QhBa12 Dale Destin – 268Weather: Swells heading our way are peaking again, which will keep near shore conditions hazardous, especially for beachgoers to the northern and north-facing coastlines. They are likely to return to relatively safe levels around New Year’s Day. Previous Notice: Swells have peaked again,…