Police Investigate Shooting on Nelson Street
One man is injured after being shot at by a number of men in a car. Police are investigating the shooting which occurred about 11:30 am on Friday 15th July 2022 at Nelson Street, St. Michael. The 34-year old man suffered an abrasion to the side of his head and foot injuries. Investigations are ongoing.
All Set For Grand Kadooment
Stakeholders, this morning, toured the new Grand Kadooment Route as Chief Executive Officer of the National Cultural Foundation, Carol Roberts-Reifer, promises that all infrastructure is being put in place to ensure a safe and enjoyable day. She also stressed that all decisions are made in consultation with the stakeholders, including the choice of route. […]
Local Boutiques Anticipate Rush Shopping for Tipsy Event
Local boutiques anticipate an increase in clothing sales in the next few days for the 2022 edition of Tipsy All White Party. As tickets are selling out for the event on July 17, clothing store owners say so far sales have been looking good. The owner of 246 Apparel, Shennique Lewis says already she has sold out […]
Test of Suspected Monkeypox Case Comes Back Negative
A Sample tested by Barbados’ health authorities as a possible case of Monkey Pox has come back negative. This has been confirmed to Starcom Network News by Minister of Health and Wellness Ian Gooding-Edghill. The test was conducted by the Best Dos Santos Public Health Laboratory here in Barbados which now has the capacity to […]
SMJ Beverages Sees Increase in Sales After Gov’t tax on Sweetened Drinks
At least one local soft drink manufacturer is reporting an increase in sales of their products since the government’s recent implementation of a tax on sweetened beverages. Head of SMJ Beverages Barbados, Dr. Mikaeel Mohammed, tells STARCOM Network News that he believes this is a result of having 47 percent less sugar in their drinks. […]