The Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Society marked its 25th anniversary with a church service at the Berean Bible Church in Hothersal Turning, St Michael, on Sunday. Clad in orange, members of the church, led by Pastor Paul Garnes, welcomed the members of the MS Society in worship to celebrate the milestone. During the service, Parliamentary Secretary in the Ministry of People Empowerment and Elder Affairs, Corey Layne, congratulated the society and …
An apology by the Ministry of Education is not enough. This was the sentiment conveyed by educator Marcia Weekes as she staged a one-woman protest against the use of the controversial survey administered by the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB). Standing on the sidewalk at the junction between Crumpton Street and the Constitution River Terminal in Bridgetown, Weekes gained attention with a large sign that included the slogans “Apology is NOT …
Persistent rainfall over the past few months has now resulted in a shortage of some locally produced fruits and vegetables and consumers could see price increases. The warning came yesterday from chief executive officer of the Barbados Agricultural Society (BAS), James Paul, who said there was a shortage of tomatoes and they were watching the supply of green leafy vegetables. “In the last month or so we’ve had rain nearly …
Minister of Tourism and International Transport, Senator Lisa Cummins, said several initiatives aimed at reinvigorating the tourism sector were currently being planned, including future investment into a new convention centre. She was speaking on Sunday during a thanksgiving service to commemorate the start of Barbados Tourism week, held at the Sanctuary Empowerment Centre in Country Road, St Michael. Further referencing the current hotel project at Sam Lord’s Castle, the minister …
Leading beverage companies in Barbados, along with the Barbados Manufacturing Association (BMA) and Barbados Chamber of Commerce and Industry, announced on Tuesday that they will employ a set of strategies to promote a healthier lifestyles through product innovation, reduced calorie consumption, and a national public awareness campaign. Barbados Bottling Company, Banks Holding Limited (BHL), and Hanschell Inniss Limited, along with the BMA and the Chamber of Commerce are working together …