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Value got a whole lot better with Digicel!
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January 8, 2016
On Wednesday January 6, Digicel launched NEW talk, text and data bundles tailored specifically for each customer. The New Segmentation Voice, SMS & Da...
Arturo Tappin Band headlines 13th Bequia Mount Gay Music Fest!
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Arturo Tappin Band headlines 13th Bequia Mount Gay Music Fest!
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January 8, 2016
It’s just about two weeks until the Bequia Tourism Association’s Bequia Mount Gay Music Fest kicks off its 13th anniversary four-day music-filled week...
SISVG brings cheer to patients at MCMH
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SISVG brings cheer to patients at MCMH
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January 8, 2016
Soroptimist International of St Vincent and the Grenadines (SISVG) has made donations to the Female Surgical and Female Medical wards of the Milton Ca...
Fastcash St Vincent donates to library at BAPS
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Fastcash St Vincent donates to library at BAPS
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January 8, 2016
Fastcash St Vincent has donated funding for the purchase of new reading books for the rejuvenation of the library at Barrouallie Anglican Primary Scho...
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Tax defaulters called upon to pay up
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January 8, 2016
Tax defaulters are once again being called on to pay up. The call has this time come from Prime Minister Dr Ralph Gonsalves, who said on Tuesday durin...
Tammy Kirby Toy Drive: puts smiles on faces of  Rose Place children
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Tammy Kirby Toy Drive: puts smiles on faces of Rose Place children
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January 8, 2016
A former resident of Rose Place, Kingstown, who now resides in the United States, was able to put smiles on the faces of the children of her former ne...
Nine Mornings winners presented with prizes
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Nine Mornings winners presented with prizes
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January 8, 2016
Winners of the 2015 Nine Mornings Competition last Saturday received their prizes at a ceremony at the Peace Memorial Hall. In Zone One of the VINLEC ...
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Social media posts reported to US authorities
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January 8, 2016
Certain posts on social media made by Vincentians residing overseas are being viewed as inciting acts of terrorism on Vincentian soil and have been re...
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Vincentians now eligible for eVisas to visit Taiwan
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January 8, 2016
Vincentians will be eligible to apply for free eVisas to travel to the Republic of China (Taiwan) beginning next week. A release from the Embassy of t...
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Christmas barrel concession period extended to Jan 15
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January 8, 2016
The Christmas barrel concession period has been extended to next week Friday. The concession period, which began on November 9, 2015, was scheduled to...
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Ministry of Health on alert for Zika virus
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January 8, 2016
The Ministry of Health, Wellness and the Environment (MoHWE) is on the alert for the Zika virus, following confirmation of cases in the region. Zika i...
Anniversary of Rock Gutter Tragedy next week Tuesday
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Anniversary of Rock Gutter Tragedy next week Tuesday
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January 8, 2016
A series of activities will be held next week in Fancy to mark the first anniversary of the Rock Gutter tragedy. On January 12, 2015, seven children, ...
Columbus Communications SVG donates $1,500 to LLBH
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Columbus Communications SVG donates $1,500 to LLBH
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January 8, 2016
Columbus Communication SVG has donated $1,500 to the Liberty Lodge Boys Home (LLBH). Speaking at the handing over at the Liberty Lodge home for boys i...
Homeless persons provided with warm meal on Christmas Day
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Homeless persons provided with warm meal on Christmas Day
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January 8, 2016
For the eighth consecutive year, Elizabeth Medford ensured that homeless persons received a warm meal on Christmas Day. Medford, a departmental sister...
Anglicans mourn loss of Dean Patrick McIntosh
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Anglicans mourn loss of Dean Patrick McIntosh
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January 8, 2016
Patrick McIntosh, the Dean of St George’s Cathedral, Kingstown, St Vincent and the Grenadines, has died. The Dean died suddenly on Tuesday afternoon, ...
Gonsalves trying to ascribe political motives to fire – Eustace
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Gonsalves trying to ascribe political motives to fire – Eustace
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January 8, 2016
President of the New Democratic Party (NDP) Arnhim Eustace says he party has noted “ the widespread reports about the fire at the Public Works buildin...
ECGC Children’s Christmas Party
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ECGC Children’s Christmas Party
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January 8, 2016
ECGC’s Children’s Christmas Party returned for the third year at the ECGC’s car park, Campden Park. ECGC, a leading manufacturer in flour, rice, anima...
Police issue wanted alert for alleged shooter
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Police issue wanted alert for alleged shooter
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January 8, 2016
Up to press time, Declon Anthony Glasgow, also known as ‘Bage,’ was wanted in connection with the Boxing Day 2015 murder of O’Jarvi ‘Rat’ Hooper and H...
Traffic department to clamp down on careless drivers
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Traffic department to clamp down on careless drivers
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January 8, 2016
Vincentians have been called on to be more careful on the roads in 2016 so as not to have a repeat of the record number of accidents and road fataliti...
Recent ruling by judge has nothing to do our petitions – Eustace
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Recent ruling by judge has nothing to do our petitions – Eustace
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January 8, 2016
The recent refusal by the court to grant an application made by the New Democratic Party (NDP) has nothing to do with the election petitions filed by ...
Protesters breaching Public Order Act – PM
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Protesters breaching Public Order Act – PM
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January 8, 2016
Protests currently being held in St Vincent and the Grenadines, especially those in front the building that houses the Electoral Office are in breach ...
Political activist to answer charge of causing inconvenience to the public
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Political activist to answer charge of causing inconvenience to the public
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January 8, 2016
Political activist Luzette King will reappear before the Kingstown Magistrate’s Court on January 19, 2016. When she reappears, King will be expected t...
Stepz4Christ sing for groceries to give to less fortunate
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Stepz4Christ sing for groceries to give to less fortunate
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January 5, 2016
Instead of hosting a bake sale or passing out raffle sheets, one Catholic dance ministry chose the “sing for supper” approach, in order to give to the...
LIME community outreach unwraps 200 smiles
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LIME community outreach unwraps 200 smiles
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January 5, 2016
“Thank you!” “God will bless alyo!” “LIME mek me see Christmas!” are some of the words of gratitude expressed to the “LIME Caravan of Care,” as they j...
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Church service to usher in 2016
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January 5, 2016
For the second year, the Ministry of Education will hold a special church service to officially usher in the New Year. The service is being held under...
Hundreds win in Digicel’s Christmas promotion
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Hundreds win in Digicel’s Christmas promotion
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January 5, 2016
Digicel ended their $150,000 Christmas promotion, dubbed “The More the Merrier,” on December 24 with a bang, as they gave five lucky customers $5,000 ...
Massy Stores adds pharmacy to range of services
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Massy Stores adds pharmacy to range of services
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January 5, 2016
The Upper Bay Street branch of Massy Stores has added a pharmacy to its wide range of services. The newest pharmacy in Kingstown is located on the rig...
First WPP medical mission for 2016 to arrive this weekend
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First WPP medical mission for 2016 to arrive this weekend
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January 5, 2016
The first of nine medical missions to visit St Vincent and the Grenadines for 2016, compliments the World Pediatric Project (WPP), will be here next w...
Charges against Exeter to criminalize, avoid possible re-contest – Bruce
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Charges against Exeter to criminalize, avoid possible re-contest – Bruce
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January 5, 2016
Lawyer Israel Bruce strongly believes that the charges brought against his client, politician Benjamin Exeter form part of a witch-hunt, orchestrated ...
Five newcomers sworn in as Members of Parliament
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Five newcomers sworn in as Members of Parliament
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January 5, 2016
Five newcomers were among the 23 persons who were sworn in as Members of Parliament last Tuesday at the House of Assembly. Among the newcomers on the ...
Cop charged for unlawful discharge of firearm
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Cop charged for unlawful discharge of firearm
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January 5, 2016
Constable Orthwel ‘O.B’ John will reappear before the Serious Offences Court on February 1 for trial, after being charged with wounding and unlawful d...
Exeter’s arrest sparks unrest among crowd on Kingstown streets
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Exeter’s arrest sparks unrest among crowd on Kingstown streets
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January 5, 2016
Members of the New Democratic Party (NDP) walked out of the first session of the 10th Parliament on Tuesday, December 29 to be greeted by utter chaos ...
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FirstCaribbean Bank makes good on promise
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December 29, 2015
The local branch of CIBC FirstCaribbean International Bank made good on commitments last week, when the financial institution presented cheques to two...
Vincentian, Jamaican nationals top Gala Awards 2015
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Vincentian, Jamaican nationals top Gala Awards 2015
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December 29, 2015
Belfast, NORTHERN IRELAND: Registered charity - African Caribbean Support Organization Northern Ireland (ACSONI) held a Christmas Gala awards event at...
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First session of 10th Parliament opens today
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December 29, 2015
The opening ceremony of the first session of the 10th Parliament takes place this afternoon, amidst promised protest action from supporters of the New...
Stubbs wins ‘Best Nine Mornings Community’
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Stubbs wins ‘Best Nine Mornings Community’
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December 29, 2015
The village of Stubbs, for the fifth consecutive year, has walked away with the award for the Best Nine Mornings Community. Stubbs edged Barrouallie i...
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Edinboro man dies days after road accident
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December 29, 2015
The police are investigating a motor vehicle accident involving motor vehicle PU 985, owned by Sharon Nash and driven by Rondean Nash, both of Layou, ...
Trinity CaMSA donates toys to children at MCMH
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Trinity CaMSA donates toys to children at MCMH
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December 29, 2015
Members of the Canadian Medical Students Association (CaMSA) Chapter of Trinity School of Medicine paid a visit to the Milton Cato Memorial Hospital o...
High expectations for arrowroot  harvesting in 2016
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High expectations for arrowroot harvesting in 2016
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December 29, 2015
Optimism is high in the Ministry of Agriculture about the 2016 arrowroot crop. Minister of Agriculture Saboto Caesar, in a release, said an increase i...
DaSilva wins ‘Best Lit House’ 2015
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DaSilva wins ‘Best Lit House’ 2015
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December 29, 2015
Olivia DaSilva of Cane End has edged last year’s winner Jimmy Samuel into second place in this year’s ‘VINLEC- Kenneth Ash Memorial Best Lit Hou...
Boutique owner fed up with repeated break-ins
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Boutique owner fed up with repeated break-ins
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December 29, 2015
A business woman who operates from a shop at the Kingstown Vegetable Market says she is fed up of the repeated burglaries at her boutique. Margaret Sa...
Chocolate bars now being produced in SVG
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Chocolate bars now being produced in SVG
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December 29, 2015
Vincentians would soon be able to purchase chocolate made locally from locally harvested cocoa beans. The dark chocolate bar, which has been described...
Lawyers disappointed, but not deterred by court decision
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Lawyers disappointed, but not deterred by court decision
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December 29, 2015
Lawyers Maia Eustace and Stanley ‘Stalky’ John QC said yesterday that they are awaiting instructions from their client Benjamin Exeter in respect ...
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‘Shooting him? Why would that be an option?’ Gloster’s sister questions
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‘Shooting him? Why would that be an option?’ Gloster’s sister questions
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July 11, 2025
A man, who was conducting business inside the offices of the Kingstown Cooperative Credit Union (KCCU) was shot and killed, allegedly by an on- duty s...
Windwards Diocese remembers Dean Smith’s passion for winning souls, and his hospitality
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Windwards Diocese remembers Dean Smith’s passion for winning souls, and his hospitality
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July 11, 2025
The Diocese of the Windward Islands has extended condolences on the passing of Dean emeritus, Ulric Smith, who died on Saturday, July 5, 2025 at the M...
RSVGPF commends Public, Stakeholders for ‘exemplary conduct’ at VincyMas 2025
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RSVGPF commends Public, Stakeholders for ‘exemplary conduct’ at VincyMas 2025
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July 11, 2025
The Royal St. Vincent and the Grenadines Police Force (RSVGPF) has commended the public for allowing VincyMas 2025 to transpire “without any major inc...
CDC already planning for VincyMas 2026, says CEO Rodney Small
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CDC already planning for VincyMas 2026, says CEO Rodney Small
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July 11, 2025
VincyMas is no longer a seasonal event says Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Carnival Development Corporation (CDC), Rodney Small. “…we at the CDC...
Starlift wins 26th Senior Panorama competition
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Starlift wins 26th Senior Panorama competition
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July 11, 2025
EL DORADO Starlift Steel Orchestra has now won the Senior Panorama compe- tition 26 times, and while some people may say that’s a lot, band captain Ro...

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