Homeless encampments a public health risk activists warn
Vagrants have returned to a recently cleared squatters’ encampment at Worthing prompting a Christ Church community activist to warn that the location could pose a significant public health threat. Adrian Donovan has previously voiced concern about the state of the premises which are located next to a supermarket. Mr. Donovan believes new legislation may need […]
Fete boom for Crop Over 2024
The Entertainment Association of Barbados reports a significant increase in the number of Crop Over events and expects a massive turnout of patrons during this year’s festival. President of the Association, Rudy Maloney, believes there is significant enthusiasm about the festival which this year celebrates its 50th anniversary. President of the Entertainment Association of Barbados, […]
Govt owed $1.8B in tax arrears
The Barbados Revenue Authority tells Starcom Network News individuals and businesses are being given an opportunity to make good on their outstanding obligations by coming in and making arrangements to pay. The BRA over the weekend posted notices informing of its intention to auction twenty properties whose land tax has been in arrears for more […]
Public praise for Kensington upgrades/Officials declare Bdos ready for World Cup
There has been glowing praise from members of the public for the renovations at Kensington Oval as the facility was today put on view during an open day. The historic cricket ground has been undergoing a multi-million dollar upgrade in preparation to host next month the finals of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. Chairman […]
Second person charged for murder of Chefette worker
A second person, a female, has been charged with the murder of Chefette employee Sonia Parris. Forty four year old Keisha Brathwaite-Burke of the corner of Bynoe Road, Worthing View and Rendezvous Road, Christ Church is accused of being an accomplice in the killing of Miss Parris whose body was found in a well in […]