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De Carnival ain’t over Yet!
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De Carnival ain’t over Yet!
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August 26, 2025
THE GRAND MASTER of calypso, Lord Kitchener, sung a famous calypso which came like the closing anthem on the carnival season. It was named “The Carniv...
Wahjang Soca: Throw it away and claim it later?
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Wahjang Soca: Throw it away and claim it later?
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August 26, 2025
by HAYDEN K. BILLINGY MUSIC CONSTANTLY EVOLVES, blending across genres as local cultures influence rhythms and tones over time. This fusion is inevita...
Lulley’s Fishing  Supplies: A  generational  legacy rooted in  the Caribbean Sea
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Lulley’s Fishing Supplies: A generational legacy rooted in the Caribbean Sea
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June 27, 2025
In 1950, Ross Lulley and his wife Shirley, made a bold decision that would shape the future of fishing in the Southern Caribbean. Initially visiting B...
Trevor, longstanding employee, is more than a familiar face
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Trevor, longstanding employee, is more than a familiar face
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June 27, 2025
Trevor Morgan of Lower Bay, Bequia, is being recognised as the longest-serving employee of Lulley’s Fishing Supplies, having dedicated over four decad...
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Lulley’s Fishing Supplies – proud to sponsor the 2025 Fishing Competition
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June 27, 2025
The annual Fisherman’s Day competition on Bequia is a much-anticipated event. Staged in honour of the much-loved Sylvester Simmons, deceased, the comp...
Customers are front and centre at Lulley’s
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Customers are front and centre at Lulley’s
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June 27, 2025
As Lulley’s Fishing Supplies marks its 75th anniversary, General Manager Cascita “Cassie” Hazell, who has been with the company for 32 years, is refle...
Historic First: West Indies As World Champs, May, 1965
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Historic First: West Indies As World Champs, May, 1965
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May 16, 2025
By: Dr The Hon. Ralph E. Gonsalves, Prime Minister of ST Vincent and the Grenadines Hail The Champions of 1965! At the end of the West Indies vs Austr...
Streams of Power Church, 60 years spreading the news of the Gospel
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Streams of Power Church, 60 years spreading the news of the Gospel
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March 28, 2025
by Luke R.V Browne I would like to congratulate the Streams of Power Church on reaching its 60th anniversary. This is a magnificent milestone, and the...
SVG named ‘Destination of the Year’  by Eco  Adventures
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SVG named ‘Destination of the Year’ by Eco Adventures
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March 7, 2025
St. Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG) continues its award-winning streak as a leading nature destination following the announcement it has received the...
St. Vincent and the Grenadines Minister  of Tourism receives prestigious Excellence in Governance  Sustainable  Tourism Award
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St. Vincent and the Grenadines Minister of Tourism receives prestigious Excellence in Governance Sustainable Tourism Award
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March 7, 2025
St Vincent and the Grenadines’ Minister of Tourism, Carlos James, has been honoured with the ‘Tourism Minister of the Year’ Award at the PATWA Interna...
Tourism Minister demonstrating “Exemplary leadership”, says  Prime Minister Dr Ralph Gonsalves
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Tourism Minister demonstrating “Exemplary leadership”, says Prime Minister Dr Ralph Gonsalves
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March 7, 2025
“Exemplary leadership” is what Prime Minister Dr. Ralph Gonsalves says is being shown by Minister of Tourism Carlos James. His comment follows Ministe...
Tourism Authority CEO says PATWA awards will do good for SVG
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Tourism Authority CEO says PATWA awards will do good for SVG
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March 7, 2025
Chief Executive Officer (CEO) at the St Vincent and the Grenadines Tourism Authority (SVGTA), Anette Mark has described Minister of Tourism, Carlos Ja...
One man’s vision  is transforming Tourism globally
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One man’s vision is transforming Tourism globally
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March 7, 2025
Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. This is what St. Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG) is doing on t...
The Leadership and Legacy of the  Rt. Honourable Robert Milton Cato
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The Leadership and Legacy of the Rt. Honourable Robert Milton Cato
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February 14, 2025
By R. T. Luke V. Browne lukebrowne@yahoo.com Earlier this week on Monday, I had the opportunity to deliver a public lecture at Frenches House in comme...
The ‘Penny Bank’ – A Revolution  in Financial  Inclusion
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The ‘Penny Bank’ – A Revolution in Financial Inclusion
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February 7, 2025
In 1945, against the backdrop of economic hardship and inequality, an indigenous banking institution opened its doors with a revolutionary vision: fin...
Penny Bank, set apart by customer service, financial strength, says Chairman Marcus Ballantyne
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Penny Bank, set apart by customer service, financial strength, says Chairman Marcus Ballantyne
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February 7, 2025
Marcus Ballantyne, Chairman of the St. Vincent Cooperative Bank (SVCB) says the institution’s financial strength and commitment to customer service is...
SVG Cooperative Bank, providing eight decades of Quality Service
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SVG Cooperative Bank, providing eight decades of Quality Service
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February 7, 2025
The St. Vincent Co-operative Bank has provided 80 years of quality service to the people of St. Vincent and the Grenadines. The Bank was incorporated ...
SVCBL is serious about its  Corporate Social responsibility
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SVCBL is serious about its Corporate Social responsibility
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February 7, 2025
The St Vincent Co-operative Bank Limited, also known as the “Penny Bank” and the “Forde Bank”, takes its corporate social responsibility seriously, an...
Kevin Daniel, proud to be part of the Penny Bank Team
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Kevin Daniel, proud to be part of the Penny Bank Team
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February 7, 2025
Since he was a boy, Kevin Daniel always wanted to be a banker; so when he was offered a job at the St Vincent Co-operative Bank Limited/Penny Bank, st...
Non-profit announces six new endemic birds for the Caribbean
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Non-profit announces six new endemic birds for the Caribbean
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November 5, 2024
BirdsCaribbean, described as an international network of members and partners committed to conserving Caribbean birds and their habitats, said it has ...
The way forward upon noticing signs or  symptoms of Breast Cancer
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The way forward upon noticing signs or symptoms of Breast Cancer
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October 25, 2024
If you notice any changes in your breasts that raise concerns about breast cancer, or if you are simply worried about your breast health, it is import...
Male Breast Cancer: A hidden threat
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Male Breast Cancer: A hidden threat
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October 11, 2024
When we think of breast canceR, we often think it’s a women’s disease. But did you know that men can develop breast cancer too? Though rare, one in ev...
Facts about Breast Cancer
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Facts about Breast Cancer
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October 4, 2024
Breast cancer is a condition characterized by the formation of malignant cells in breast tissue. There are various types of breast cancer, some of whi...
CARICOM Chair pays tribute to Sir Shridath Ramphal at national funeral
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CARICOM Chair pays tribute to Sir Shridath Ramphal at national funeral
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September 17, 2024
The following tribute was paid by the Chair of the Caribbean Community (Caricom), Prime Minister of Grenada, Dickon Mitchell at the regional icon’s na...
Caribbean Nations Prepare for Critical Role at COP16 to Protect Regional Biodiversity
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Caribbean Nations Prepare for Critical Role at COP16 to Protect Regional Biodiversity
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September 13, 2024
Contributed by the OECS How concerned would you be if you were told that you would not be able to provide food or a safe home for your family in the n...
To secure peace in the Indo-Pacific, include Taiwan in the UN system
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To secure peace in the Indo-Pacific, include Taiwan in the UN system
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September 6, 2024
by LIN CHIA-LUNG Minister of Foreign Affairs ROC (Taiwan) TAIWAN is an indispensable partner in global supply chains, producing more than 90 percent o...
How CARICOM is responding to the damage caused by Hurricane Beryl
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How CARICOM is responding to the damage caused by Hurricane Beryl
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August 27, 2024
by: David Commissiong, Barbados’ Ambassador to CARICOM The forty-seventh Regular Meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government of the Caribbean Com...
SVG Alzheimer’s  Association to stage  awareness raising activities
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SVG Alzheimer’s Association to stage awareness raising activities
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August 23, 2024
September holds special significance globally as World Alzheimer’s Month, with 21st September recognized as World Alzheimer’s Day. In observance of th...
Emancipation and the evolution of our Caribbean civilisation
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Emancipation and the evolution of our Caribbean civilisation
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August 9, 2024
by Hon. CARLOS JAMES, Esq. MP Minister of Tourism, Civil Aviation, Sustainable Development and Culture AUGUST COMMEMORATES the anniversary of the abol...
Significance beyond symbolism- PM ends successful  visit to Taiwan
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Significance beyond symbolism- PM ends successful visit to Taiwan
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May 24, 2024
Submitted by: the Embassy of SVG in the R.O.C (Taiwan) Saint Vincent and the Grenadines has had 43 years of unbroken diplomatic relations with the R.O...
Conrad Sayers was a cherished friend
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Conrad Sayers was a cherished friend
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January 26, 2024
by Pastor Amos Dennie Biography of Conrad Sayers Conrad Sayer, a cherished friend and devoted collaborator in the gospel of Jesus Christ, left a profo...
Brother Conrad Sayers – Seeing the Brighter Side of Life
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Brother Conrad Sayers – Seeing the Brighter Side of Life
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January 26, 2024
With his unassuming and humble personality, brother Conrad Sayers wasn’t one to pridefully bask in the spotlight. He joined the civil service as a tea...
The Life and times of Mr. Conrad Augustine Sayers (1948- 2023)
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The Life and times of Mr. Conrad Augustine Sayers (1948- 2023)
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January 26, 2024
Mr. Conrad Augustine Sayers was born on the 17 th October, 1948. He was one of twelve children born to Cornelius and Jeanetta Sayers of Pauls Avenue. ...
Taiwan working with the world toward a net-zero future
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Taiwan working with the world toward a net-zero future
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November 28, 2023
by Shieu Fuh-sheng, Minister of Environment, Republic of China (Taiwan) Climate change is impacting the world at an unprecedented rate. The concentrat...
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Heaven’s Child
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November 10, 2023
by Sylvia Morris McCalla (Amrie’s mom) Today, I thank heaven for a child like you Sometimes I wonder what I’ve done to deserve a gift so true Your cha...
Marika Baptiste – From a promise in 2016 to a  National Scholar in 2023
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Marika Baptiste – From a promise in 2016 to a National Scholar in 2023
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October 31, 2023
In life, some individuals stand out as beacons of inspiration and promise. Marika Baptiste, an 18-year-old national scholar from the quiet village of ...
Breast cancer screening
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Breast cancer screening
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October 13, 2023
by Dr Sabrina Sassine Getting regular screening tests is the most reliable way to detect breast cancer. Screening is a set of tests or examinations us...
The Vital Role of Breast Self-Examination in Early Breast Cancer Detection
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The Vital Role of Breast Self-Examination in Early Breast Cancer Detection
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October 6, 2023
by Dr Rikiesha Hutchinson for the SVG Medical Association as part of activities for Breast Cancer Awareness Month Breast cancer is a formidable oppone...
Indian Heritage Day 2023: Remembering the struggles of  indentured Indians and their contribution to the development of SVG
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Indian Heritage Day 2023: Remembering the struggles of indentured Indians and their contribution to the development of SVG
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October 6, 2023
by Dr Arnold Thomas In 2007, the Parliament of St Vincent and the Grenadines passed a Resolution recognizing two very important dates for Indo-Vincent...
Cultivating  Success: Nature Care SVG  celebrates  20 years
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Cultivating Success: Nature Care SVG celebrates 20 years
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September 29, 2023
There are many things that can be learnt from the story of Nature Care SVG, among them the importance of following one’s dream, being humble and never...
Caring for plants is like  therapy, says office manager
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Caring for plants is like therapy, says office manager
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September 29, 2023
Lorneth Nash is a 15-year veteran of Nature Care SVG and while she started out in the plant centre, she is now the office manager. She says her day-to...
Rondeon has responsibility for irrigation, landscape lighting
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Rondeon has responsibility for irrigation, landscape lighting
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September 29, 2023
Rondeon Nash says he can clearly remember when Nature Care SVG was started 20 years ago as one of his jobs was to water the plants after school. Ronde...
Supervisors happy  to play a role in  Nature Care’s success
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Supervisors happy to play a role in Nature Care’s success
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September 29, 2023
A supervisor at Nature Care SVG for one year and five months, Ancelia Exeter says what she enjoys most about her job is propagation. “I like producing...
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Neptune urges North Central Windward to leave out Ralph
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Neptune urges North Central Windward to leave out Ralph
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August 26, 2025
THE New Democratic Party’s candidate for North Central Windward, Chieftan Neptune, is appealing to constituents to leave out their current representat...
Two receive 2025 Marriaqua United Friendly Society Scholarships
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Two receive 2025 Marriaqua United Friendly Society Scholarships
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August 26, 2025
THE Marriaqua United Friendly Society (Bunpan) has presented its 2025 scholarships to Kayla Black and Ty Rogers to help finance their education at the...
Caribbean countries located in ‘a dangerous neighbourhood’ – PM
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Caribbean countries located in ‘a dangerous neighbourhood’ – PM
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August 26, 2025
SEVERAL LAW enforcement agencies and personnel from throughout the region were involved in the 16th Caribbean Regional Intelligence Conference on Tues...
Bing Joseph loses confidence in SVG following DJ Swagga’s murder
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Bing Joseph loses confidence in SVG following DJ Swagga’s murder
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August 25, 2025
While reminiscing on the life of Gasroy ‘DJ Swagga’ Fergusson and grieving his death on Boom FM, radio personality, Dwight " Bing" Joseph said he has ...
Organisers promise that Vincy Day USA will maintain its uniqueness
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Organisers promise that Vincy Day USA will maintain its uniqueness
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August 25, 2025
Despite the rising cost of staging Vincy Day USA, organizers say they do not plan to change the format, thus transitioning into a commercial activity....

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