Police Hunt Men in Hired Car After Shooting in Silver Sands
The Barbados Police Service has confirmed that they are searching for several men travelling in a hired vehicle following a shooting incident in Round Rock, Silver Sands, Christ Church tonight. Starcom Network News understands that around 9:30 p.m., a number of gunshots were heard in the area where a group of men was liming. The […]
One Injured After 40-Foot Container Truck Overturns, Crushing Car
One person escaped with minor injuries this afternoon after a freak accident involving a 40-foot container truck in Black Rock, St. Michael. The truck overturned near the University of the West Indies Postgraduate Department, completely crushing a black Mercedes and damaging three other vehicles. Among the vehicles damaged were a white Toyota and a red […]
Uber Responds to Taxi Drivers’ Concerns Ahead of Barbados Launch
Uber International has responded to concerns raised by taxi operators and members of the public regarding its upcoming launch in Barbados. In a statement issued this afternoon, the company confirmed that the Uber app will be fully operational from Wednesday, October 22, noting that the platform is currently undergoing final technology testing. Uber clarified that […]
SOL Barbados donates $52,200 to assist 11-year-old battling a life-threatening disorder
11-year-old Jiovanni Osbourne, is one step closer to life-saving surgery thanks to a major donation from Sol Barbados. The first form student, battling beta thalassemia major, a rare and life-threatening blood disorder, has received a boost toward the urgent bone marrow transplant he needs overseas. Sol Barbados, through its Employee Giving Program, contributed $52,200 to […]
Barbados records homicide #36 – a 21 year old is shot and killed Pine last night and another stabbed this morning
Barbados has recorded homicide number 36 following the shooting death of 21 year old Chrishon Godding. Known by friends as “Burkie”, the young man of #18, 4th Avenue, North Wildey Close, St. Michael was gunned down at Stafford Hill in the Pine last night. Police say initial investigations have shown that two assailants approached the […]
The Taxi Industry currently in an uproar just days before UBER’s official launch in Barbados.
Some local taxi operators are expressing concern about Uber services beginning operations soon in Barbados. Starcom Network News spoke to some taxi drivers this morning, where some said that the move would intensify competition in an already challenging industry, while others are calling on authorities to ensure a level playing field and to consult with […]
Barbadian Andrew Thorne Named Among Forbes Top 200 Accountants in the U.S.
A Barbadian has earned international recognition after being named among the Forbes Top 200 Accountants in the United States. Former Harrison College student Andrew Thorne, who serves as a partner with PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) in Boston, received the prestigious honour following nearly three decades of service in the accounting profession. Mr. Thorne told Starcom Network News […]
Local film producers secure One Million Dollars to produce film on Barbados’ cricketing legacy.
Digital Shark Inc. has emerged the winner of the National Cultural Foundation’s Cricket Film Competition. The announcement came this morning from NCF Business Development Officer, Andre Hoyte. Producer Rivalino Simmons told Starcom Network the winning film, titled “Knock Them Down,” will use the one-million-dollar prize to fund extensive research and travel as part of the […]
The Ministry of Agriculture make important donation to mark International Day for the Eradication of Poverty
Self-sustainability and a clear path towards independence remains the main focus of the One Family Program. This point was reinforced this morning as the Ministry of Agriculture made a donation to the program to mark the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty. On the heels of World Food Day, Senior Agricultural Officer, Bret Taylor […]
Residents urged to clean up surroundings as overgrown lots fines take effect soon
A private landscaper is urging property owners to manage their overgrown lots as penalties under the Health Services Amendment Act are set to be enforced from November 1st. Speaking to Starcom Network News, the Owner of JR Trucking and Rental, Jamaar Russell, encouraged homeowners to keep their surroundings clean because overgrown and debris-filled lots not […]