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PM Browne to Bring APUA Amnesty Proposal to Cabinet Following Live Show Appeal
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has pledged to bring an APUA amnesty proposal to Cabinet that could offer relief to households disconnected from electricity or water services due to unpaid bills. The announcement follows a live appeal made during Saturday's Browne and Browne Show.
PM Browne Pledges Cabinet Review of APUA Amnesty for Disconnected Customers
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has pledged to bring an amnesty proposal for disconnected APUA customers before Cabinet, after the issue was raised live during the Browne and Browne Show on Saturday. No specific terms were outlined, with details to be determined through the Cabinet process.
Antigua Bids Farewell to Former MP and Senator Eustace 'Teco' Lake
Antigua and Barbuda is holding an official funeral today for former MP and Senator Eustace "Teco" Lake, who passed away in February after a prolonged battle with kidney disease. Colleagues remembered him as a dedicated public servant known for his warmth and connection with constituents.
Antigua and Barbuda Joins Regional Push for International Disaster Protection Treaty
Antigua and Barbuda participated in a Jamaica roundtable examining a proposed international treaty to protect people affected by disasters, with Red Cross President Dr. Jose Humphreys calling for stronger emphasis on preparedness and faster humanitarian access.
PM Browne Questions UPP Candidates' Visibility in Constituency-by-Constituency Critique
Prime Minister Gaston Browne used his Browne and Browne radio programme to assess UPP candidates constituency by constituency, arguing most lack presence — with only Emmanuel Peters and Jonathan Joseph standing out, though he said the odds remain against them.
Antigua Cruise Port's Upland Development Moves Forward with New Retail Spaces
Global Ports Holdings reports that Phase 2 of the upland development at Antigua Cruise Port is advancing, with roofing now underway on new retail and commercial structures. The project aims to expand shopping options, support small businesses, and boost the cruise tourism experience.
UPP's Parker Says Snap Election Is a Cover for Government's Poor Record
UPP candidate Malaka Parker has urged voters in St. John's Rural North to reject what she calls a snap election designed to distract from government failures, calling on the public to hold leadership accountable at the polls.
Governor General Honours Antiguan Doctors at Cathedral Service
Governor General Sir Rodney Williams honoured doctors across Antigua and Barbuda at a Church Service held at the Holy Family Cathedral to mark International Doctors' Day, praising their dedication and calling on citizens to express gratitude to medical professionals.
T&T Mother Pleads for Answers as Son's Antigua Disappearance Nears One Year
A Trinidad and Tobago mother is pleading for answers as the disappearance of her 21-year-old son in Antigua nears the one-year anniversary, with no official missing persons alert issued and no confirmed leads. Candy Vasquez says her family recently marked Thomas's birthday without him, as uncertainty about his fate continues.
Culture Director Calls on Politicians to Hire Local Artists Over AI for Election Campaigns
Culture Director Khan Cordice is urging political candidates to hire local singers, composers, graphic artists, and other creatives for their election campaigns rather than relying on artificial intelligence. Cordice argues that engaging local talent would demonstrate genuine investment in the creative community.
Commentary: 'Renewal' — A Bold New Tourism Vision for the Caribbean
A new tourism concept called "Renewal" proposes repositioning the Caribbean as a global leader in restorative, heritage-rooted wellness tourism, drawing on Taíno indigenous wisdom and modern medical science. The commentary, published by Antigua News Room, calls for a pilot location to serve as a prototype for a model that could benefit small island economies across the region.
Opposition MP Brands Bolans Housing Project 'A Complete Disaster,' Demands Independent Inspection
Opposition MP Kelvin "Shugy" Simon has denounced the Bolans housing development as "a complete disaster," citing poor drainage and safety concerns, and is demanding an independent inspection of the project before families take possession of their homes.
St. John's City South Resident Raises Alarm Over Lack of Constituency Engagement
A concerned resident of St. John's City South has written a public letter criticising the lack of communication, development updates, and equitable access to constituency services ahead of elections. The letter, reported by Antigua News Room, calls on representatives to engage more actively with the community.
UPP Candidate Peters Claims He Graded Gray's Hill and Nut Grove Roads Without Government Help
UPP candidate Emanuel Peters says he organised road grading works in Gray's Hill and Nut Grove without support from government agencies. Peters described the initiative as part of his commitment to delivering practical results for residents of St. John's Rural South.
PM Browne Confirms April General Election, Parliament to Dissolve April 1
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has announced that Antigua and Barbuda's next general election will be held in April, with Parliament set to be dissolved on April 1, 2026. Cabinet is expected to determine the official election date next week.
Trump to Become First Sitting US President With Signature on Dollar Bills
Donald Trump is set to become the first sitting US president to have his signature printed on American banknotes, with the Treasury Department announcing the move as part of the country's 250th anniversary celebrations. The first $100 bills bearing Trump's signature alongside Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent's are scheduled for printing in June.
Viral Video of Excavator on Public Road Sparks Outrage Over Heavy Equipment Enforcement
A viral video of an excavator being driven on a main road without a trailer has triggered public outrage in Antigua and Barbuda, as residents demand stricter enforcement against heavy equipment operators damaging the nation's roads.
Government Launches Hotline to Resolve Unpaid Retroactive Payments
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has announced a dedicated hotline to help resolve outstanding retroactive payment cases affecting public sector workers and other eligible beneficiaries. The initiative, revealed on his weekly radio programme, is part of broader government efforts to clear unpaid obligations.
St. Joseph's Academy Student to Represent Antigua and Barbuda at Jamaica Oratory Contest
Xion Joseph of St. Joseph's Academy has won the Optimist Club of St. John's Oratorical Contest and will represent Antigua and Barbuda at the district-level competition in Kingston, Jamaica, on April 11.
PM Browne Warns Gang-Involved Youth: 'Jail or the Grave'
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has connected this week's double homicide to an ongoing gang feud, warning young people involved in such conflicts that their path leads only to jail or death. Browne made the remarks on his weekly radio programme, noting that prior government intervention helped some youth change course, but not all.