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Stories and Stills Mark the Anniversary of 2020-2021 La Soufriere Eruption, St. Vincent and the Grenadines
The UWI St. Augustine, Trinidad & Tobago. Monday, April 4, 2022. — Vincentian stories are set to feature in a short film and photo exhibition one year after the explosive eruption at La Soufriere. In recent months, residents of Saint Vincent have been a part of two recovery projects executed in partnership with The University of…
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Fire Department to Receive Much Needed Resources
CABINET NOTES The Chief Fire Officer who is approaching retirement was invited to Cabinet along with the former Chief of Defense Staff in order to explain to the Cabinet why several firetrucks had been disbanded at the Burma Dump. The Fire Chief reported that one truck was 39 years old, another 29 years and two…
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NOTICE: Environmental Awareness Group
Hello, April! We’re looking forward to the visitors you bring to our shores 💦🐢 As we move closer to our annual peak in Leatherback nesting, let’s remember to stay vigilant! Call or WhatsApp the EAG’s 24-hour sea turtle hotline for any signs of sea turtle activity on the beach. Remember to keep your distance from…
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ST. VINCENT: Equipment Used to Monitor the La Soufrière Volcano Vandalised
NEWS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – The National Emergency Management Organisation (NEMO) is making an urgent plea for members of the public NOT TO TAMPER WITH OR REMOVE ANY EQUIPMENT THAT IS USED TO MONITOR ACTIVITY AT THE LA SOUFRIÈRE VOLCANO. This call comes after the Soufriere Monitoring Unit visited the site at Greiggs on…
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COVID-19 Cases Continue to be on the Decline
CABINET NOTES The Minister of Health reported that Covid infections are retreating. There are no persons hospitalized with Covid and only 9 active cases are currently reported. The number of new active cases is still in the single digits. The Cabinet is of the view that the management of the disease in Antigua and Barbuda…
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Missing Liberta Teen
The family of 16-year-old Xavier Ashton of Liberta is appealing to the public for assistance in knowing his whereabouts. Xavier was last seen at the Y.M.C.A on Tuesday 29th March 2022 wearing a white vest, black shorts, black shoes and a dark green school bag. He is a third form student of the Irene B.…
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Work on the Country’s Renal Facility Steadily Advancing
CABINET NOTES Work at the new Renal Centre at Holberton Hospital is continuing apace. The government of Antigua and Barbuda is partnering with an internationally recognized organization to bring the centre to reality. When complete, it will be a first-of-its-kind in the OECS and a facility of which all Antiguans and Barbudans can be proud.…
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Traffic Management Notice
Roadworks: Construction Works by C.O Williams on Valley Road North and on Sir Sydney Walling Highway. Ongoing works associated with the Government of Antigua and Barbuda Second Road Infrastructure Rehabilitation project will affect the flow of traffic on Valley Road North and along sections of Sir Sydney Walling Highway. Valley Road North (VRN) 1. Monday…
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Government Mobilizes Hurricane Preparedness and Drought Alleviation Plans for Residents
CABINET NOTES In preparation for the upcoming hurricane season, the Cabinet of Antigua and Barbuda took a decision to launch the Home Improvement Loan Programme to assist persons desirous of effecting repairs and other improvements to their homes. Under this new programme, homeowners can apply for loans of up to $25,000 at a very low…
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SCAM ALERT! Digicel Alerts its Customers About Scam Calls
NOTICE FROM DIGICEL Please be on the alert for fraudulent calls from this number stating they are the “Chief Commercial Office” and you won $50,000 in a local promotion. They are requesting you send personal & banking information to redeem the prize. This number is not affiliated with Digicel Antigua & Barbuda nor any ongoing…
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Road Safety and Improvements to the Emergency Services on Cabinet’s Agenda
The Cabinet continues to take note of the number of vehicular accidents on recently resurfaced roads, particularly Friars Hill Road and Sir George Walter Highway. Motorists are encouraged to abide by the rules of the road and to exercise due care and caution when using the roadways. There will be increased police patrols on the…
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Restrictions on Beach Activities Have Been Lifted
The World Health Organization (WHO) continues to report a global decline in the number of COVID-19 infections. Even though some places have seen recent spikes in cases, the total number of new cases worldwide continues to decrease. The same is true for Antigua and Barbuda, and more importantly, the number of hospitalizations has fallen to…
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