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Agriculture Minister worried about dry spell affecting farmers
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Agriculture Minister worried about dry spell affecting farmers
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May 12, 2023
Agriculture Minister Saboto Caesar has expressed concern about the current “dry spell” that is adversely affecting farmers all across St Vincent and t...
Farm Labour Assistance Programme assessment conducted in Region 2
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Farm Labour Assistance Programme assessment conducted in Region 2
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May 12, 2023
Two units within the Ministry of Agriculture on Thursday, April 20, undertook an assessment of land clearing activities under the Farm Labour Assistan...
Ministers of Culture and G-77 call for Culture as a Development Goal
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Ministers of Culture and G-77 call for Culture as a Development Goal
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May 12, 2023
Ministers of Culture, and high-ranking officials from the member countries of the Group of 77 + China met in Havana, Cuba, earlier this month for a se...
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Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) comes of age
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May 12, 2023
The age of twenty-one is considered a rite of passage for many cultures where a celebration is a must. And the Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) attai...
Parents warned to keep a close eye on their children’s devices
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Parents warned to keep a close eye on their children’s devices
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May 12, 2023
This is the advice coming from Jasmine Francois-Creese, coordinator of the Student Support Services, to parents of school-aged children who own and op...
Garifuna in New York taking action to preserve their culture
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Garifuna in New York taking action to preserve their culture
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May 12, 2023
Hundreds of years after their ancestors were banished from their homeland St Vincent and the Grenadines, descendants of the Garifuna people in the Bro...
People are anti-CDC because of politics says Chairman Ricardo Adams
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People are anti-CDC because of politics says Chairman Ricardo Adams
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May 12, 2023
Chairman of the Carnival Development Corporation (CDC), Ricardo Adams has concluded that members of the public intentionally discredit the CDC and Vin...
Half-century passed since Cecil Rawl murder
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Half-century passed since Cecil Rawl murder
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May 12, 2023
Yesterday, May 11, marked a full half-century since St Vincent and the Grenadines was thrown into shock by the deadly shooting of Attorney General Cec...
Public Health workers fighting to stave off another Dengue outbreak
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Public Health workers fighting to stave off another Dengue outbreak
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May 12, 2023
The Insect Vector Control Unit has and continues to remain on its toes when it comes to eliminating mosquito breeding in hopes of not having a repeat ...
NEMO preparing for the 2023 hurricane season
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NEMO preparing for the 2023 hurricane season
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May 12, 2023
In preparation for the 2023 hurricane season, the National Emergency Management Organisation (NEMO) in collaboration with the Caribbean Disaster Emerg...
Intellectual Property is central to economic well-being,  says Justice Colin Williams
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Intellectual Property is central to economic well-being, says Justice Colin Williams
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May 9, 2023
“Intellectual property cannot be treated as a mere addendum to other activities. It is not an appendix, it is central to our growth, development or re...
No appetite for the face of the Monarch on the EC currency – ECCB Governor
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No appetite for the face of the Monarch on the EC currency – ECCB Governor
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May 9, 2023
The likelihood of recently crowned British monarch, King Charles 111 being featured on the Eastern Caribbean currency may be long in coming. An articl...
Case of Juvenile and brother charged in Georgetown murder adjourned again
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Case of Juvenile and brother charged in Georgetown murder adjourned again
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May 9, 2023
The prosecution once again have had to request an adjournment in relation with two murder accused who have been charged in the death of a 28 year old ...
Serving police officer dies after brief illness
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Serving police officer dies after brief illness
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May 9, 2023
The Royal St. Vincent and the Grenadines Police Force (RSVGPF) is in mourning after the death of one of its serving members. In a release, the RSVGPF ...
Ministry of Health on a fight against the mosquito
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Ministry of Health on a fight against the mosquito
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May 9, 2023
The Ministry of Health will be focussing on a small insect that packs a big punch. It currently is observing Mosquito Awareness Week which began yeste...
Taiwan provides Official Development Assistance to SVG says Ambassador
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Taiwan provides Official Development Assistance to SVG says Ambassador
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May 9, 2023
Loans and grants being given to Saint Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG) by Taiwan are part of what that country considers as Official Development Assis...
Dalrymple retires as Head of UWI Open Campus in SVG
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Dalrymple retires as Head of UWI Open Campus in SVG
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May 9, 2023
The University of the West Indies Open Campus, St Vincent and the Grenadines Country Site, has announced the retirement of Deborah Dalrymple. Dalrympl...
SVG and Saint Lucia strengthen health partnerships in South Korea
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SVG and Saint Lucia strengthen health partnerships in South Korea
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May 9, 2023
A group of senior health officials from Saint Lucia and St Vincent and the Grenadines concluded a four-day study tour to South Korea to learn about ef...
Caricom Heads call for end to Russia war in Ukraine
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Caricom Heads call for end to Russia war in Ukraine
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May 9, 2023
The Heads of Government of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) say they remain deeply concerned at the severe impact of the ongoing invasion of Ukraine ...
Local businessman to receive interest free loan under Greenpreneurs Accelerator Programme
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Local businessman to receive interest free loan under Greenpreneurs Accelerator Programme
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May 9, 2023
An entrepreneur from St Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG) is one of two persons who are the first recipients of interest free loans from the Eastern Ca...
Rose Place beach – Spot the changes between Aug 2022 and May 2023
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Rose Place beach – Spot the changes between Aug 2022 and May 2023
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May 7, 2023
It has been one year since the Government of St Vincent and the Grenadines signed agreements with Sellhorn Engineering based in Germany and the Canadi...
Baby found dead outside apartment building, woman being questioned by police
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Baby found dead outside apartment building, woman being questioned by police
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May 5, 2023
A 43-year-old woman is assisting the police with investigations surrounding the death of a six-month-old baby boy whose lifeless body was discovered b...
Volcanic  material no good for Port use – Minister
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Volcanic material no good for Port use – Minister
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May 5, 2023
Deputy Prime Minister Montgomery Daniel has given further insight as to why materials spewed out during the 2021 volcanic eruption cannot be used for ...
Artistes want demands met or no participation for Vincymas 2023
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Artistes want demands met or no participation for Vincymas 2023
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May 5, 2023
Despite a list of demands having been collectively sent to the Carnival Development Corporation (CDC) in a petition signed by more than 20 artistes, C...
Power Soca, Ragga Soca – separate shows for VincyMas 2023
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Power Soca, Ragga Soca – separate shows for VincyMas 2023
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May 5, 2023
VincyMas 2023 will see a separation of the Ragga Soca and the Power Soca competitions. Chairman of the Carnival Development Corporation (CDC) Ricky Ad...
Governor General leads SVG’s delegates to the Coronation of King Charles III
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Governor General leads SVG’s delegates to the Coronation of King Charles III
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May 5, 2023
Governor General Dame Susan Dougan will lead a delegation of 13 from St Vincent and the Grenadines to the coronation of King Charles III tomorrow, Sat...
Suspected apartment  arsonist pleads not guilty
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Suspected apartment arsonist pleads not guilty
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May 5, 2023
Bail was set at $20,000 for a labourer, who is accused of committing arson, when he appeared at court for his arraignment on May 2, 2023. Alvern Bapti...
Man accused of kicking out woman’s front tooth granted bail
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Man accused of kicking out woman’s front tooth granted bail
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May 5, 2023
One day after a young woman made posts online alleging that her front tooth had been knocked out by her ex-boyfriend, a man has been charged in connec...
Persons who drive on ET Joshua tarmac without a permit receive warning
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Persons who drive on ET Joshua tarmac without a permit receive warning
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May 5, 2023
A strong message has been sent to persons who drive on the decommissioned ET Joshua Airport tarmac without having a permit that they will be prosecute...
PM Gonsalves remains unapologetic in the face of criticisms from Bar Associations
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PM Gonsalves remains unapologetic in the face of criticisms from Bar Associations
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May 5, 2023
Prime Minister Dr Ralph Gonsalves remains unapologetic after being condemned by the Organisation of Commonwealth Caribbean Bar Association (OCCBA), an...
Teachers Credit Union moves from under  100 members to over  13,000 in 45 years
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Teachers Credit Union moves from under 100 members to over 13,000 in 45 years
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May 5, 2023
The St Vincent and the Grenadines Teachers Cooperative Credit Union (SVGTCCU) has seen its membership grow from 88 to 13,302 since its formation in 19...
Education Minister underscores need to care for children in Child Month address
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Education Minister underscores need to care for children in Child Month address
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May 5, 2023
May is observed across St Vincent and the Grenadines as Child Month. The Minister of Education, Curtis King in an address, has encouraged all across t...
Risk of vaccine-preventable  disease outbreaks at 30-year high says PAHO
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Risk of vaccine-preventable disease outbreaks at 30-year high says PAHO
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May 5, 2023
Director of the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) Dr. Jarbas Barbosa had called on countries to urgently step-up routine vaccination programmes ...
Luke Browne still hopeful for a win in East Kingstown
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Luke Browne still hopeful for a win in East Kingstown
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May 5, 2023
Unity Labour Party (ULP) caretaker for the East Kingstown Constituency Luke Browne, said they saw some positive signs in the results of the last Gener...
Vincentian receives Royal Distinction from Dutch Monarch
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Vincentian receives Royal Distinction from Dutch Monarch
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May 5, 2023
True to tradition, on the eve of the birthday of King Willem-Alexander of The Netherlands (Holland), citizens who have made a profound impact on their...
Bequia named the most luxurious destination in the world, 42% of its  hotels earn a 5 star rating
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Bequia named the most luxurious destination in the world, 42% of its hotels earn a 5 star rating
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May 5, 2023
by Chalotte McManus New research has revealed the most luxurious holiday destinations and Bequia has topped the list. The study, conducted by the team...
Faith Word Ministries builds  shelter for abused children
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Faith Word Ministries builds shelter for abused children
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May 5, 2023
A place of refuge will soon become operational for children in St Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG) who are victims of abuse or abandonment. Added to t...
SVG and Cuba to strengthen technical  co-operation in Tourism and Hospitality training
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SVG and Cuba to strengthen technical co-operation in Tourism and Hospitality training
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May 5, 2023
The Ministry of Tourism, Civil Aviation, Sustainable and Culture of St Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) wit...
Simply Help Foundation donates essential items to SVG
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Simply Help Foundation donates essential items to SVG
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May 5, 2023
The Taiwan based Simply Help Foundation donated a second shipment of items to the Government of St Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG) on Tuesday, May 2,...
Masterroom Studios hosts international songwriting camp
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Masterroom Studios hosts international songwriting camp
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May 5, 2023
St.Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG) recently played host to an international songwriting camp hosted by Masterroom Studios Ltd /Masterroom Music with ...
Touch and Knetik on the road for Carnival Monday
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Touch and Knetik on the road for Carnival Monday
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May 5, 2023
Come Carnival Monday afternoon, persons looking for a traditional on the road t-shirt band experience will have the opportunity to jam with seven-time...
Fisherfolk among beneficiaries of $20 million government will receive for sand
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Fisherfolk among beneficiaries of $20 million government will receive for sand
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May 1, 2023
Fisherfolk will be among the direct beneficiaries of the EC$20 million which is being paid to the government for the sand which is being dredged from ...
Ministry of Health goes on the road with vaccine awareness
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Ministry of Health goes on the road with vaccine awareness
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May 1, 2023
The Ministry of Health Wellness and the Environment can boast of having 100 per cent immunization among pre-primary school aged children. However, the...
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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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