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SLBMC Urges Residents to Give Blood this Christmas Season
Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre (SLBMC) – The holiday season is the season of giving. One of the most important gifts you can give is the gift of blood donation. Blood, platelets and plasma are always needed, and your lifesaving gift could have a very big impact. Blood donations always decline during the seasons that we…
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CBH: Fogging Schedule on Antigua
Fogging Schedule On Antigua – December 18th to 22nd 2023 The Centra l Board of Health (CBH) wishes to advise the general public that as part of the Mosquito Control Program for the adult Aedes aegypti Mosquito,the Vector Control Unit will be conducting fogging operations in the following areas commencing 4:30am & 4:30pm Mon…
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UPDATE: Completion of Works on Anchorage Road
The Ministry of Works (MoW) is pleased to provide the public with key updates regarding the completion of works on Anchorage Road in the Fort Road Area. The Antigua Public Utilities Authority (APUA) has commenced the final phase of installation, where the laying of distribution pipes is set to be completed before the end of…
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High Surf Advisory in Effect, Beachgoers Should be Cautious
Urgent – Marine Weather MessageHigh Surf AdvisoryAntigua and Barbuda Meteorological Services9:00 am Tuesday 12 December 2023 …High surf advisory in effect for Antigua, Barbuda, St. Kitts, Nevis, Monserrat, Anguilla and the British Virgin Islands… Locations to be affected: Reefs and exposed northern and eastern coastlines with relatively shallow, gently to moderately sloping, nearshore areas. Timing:…
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APUA: Water Service Disruption Update
The Antigua Public Utilities Authority (APUA) is providing an update to the disruption of water service in the following areas:
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EC$2 Commemorative Polymer Banknote is Legal Tender
ECCB Connects – The Eastern Caribbean Central Bank (ECCB) is pleased to announce the launch of its EC$2 commemorative polymer banknote. In commemoration of the Bank’s 40th anniversary, the EC$2 note showcases a portrait of the legendary cricketer, Sir Vivian Richards, affectionately known as “The Master Blaster.”. The EC$2 commemorative note marks the first time…
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Despite Notable Progress, Road Safety Remains Urgent Global Issue
World Health Organization (WHO) – The annual number of road traffic deaths fell slightly to 1.19 million per year, according to the latest WHO report. Yet with more than 2 deaths occurring per minute and over 3200 per day, road traffic crashes remain the leading killer of children and youth aged 5–29 years. The latest…
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CBH: Fogging Schedule on Antigua
December 11th to 15th 2023 – The Central Board of Health (CBH) wishes to advise the general public that as part of the Mosquito Control Program for the adult Aedes aegypti Mosquito, the Vector Control Unit will be conducting fogging operations in the following areas commencing 4:30am & 4:30pm Mon Tue Wed Thur Fri…
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UPDATE: Escaped Prisoner Josh Joyce Captured
STATE MEDIA – Escaped prisoner, Josh Joyce of Villa has been apprehended by the Police. He was found in Bolans around 7 pm on Sunday 10th December and taken into custody. He will be handed over to the prison authorities. Joyce reportedly escaped from His Majesty’s Prison sometime around 8:45 am on Friday, 8th December.…
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Reverse Osmosis Plant to be Built in Bethesda in 2024
CABINET NOTES – The Cabinet’s attention was focused upon the issue of potable water production and achieving a 12 million-gallon-per-day objective; the APUA Water Division has set that goal in order to fulfil its obligation to all consumers. The six Reverse Osmosis plants on Antigua will be supplemented by two plants producing 1 million gallons…
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Small Craft Advisory in Effect for Antigua and Barbuda
Urgent – Marine Weather MessageSmall Craft AdvisoryAntigua and Barbuda Meteorological Services9:00 am Saturday 09 December 2023 …Small craft advisory in effect for Antigua, Barbuda, Anguilla and the British Virgin Islands… Locations to be affected: Mainly, open waters on the Atlantic sides of the islands out to 20 nautical miles. Timing: Until Wednesday for Antigua and…
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