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PM Browne Calls Youth Work Ethic a Growing Cultural Crisis
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has labelled low reliability among young public workers a cultural crisis, defending his administration's employment strategies during parliamentary questioning from Opposition Leader Jamale Pringle.
Opposition Leader Pringle Challenges Speaker's Impartiality at Parliament Opening
Newly sworn-in Opposition Leader Jamale Pringle publicly called for an impartial Speaker during the June 16th sitting of the Lower House, drawing a direct floor response from House Speaker Osbert Richard Frederick in an exchange broadcast live on state media.
Marcellin Century Powers Police to 116-Run Win; Mahico Defeat Blackhawks in Parish League
Malik Marcellin's unbeaten century led Police to a 116-run victory over Freetown in the ACB Caribbean Parish League, while Mahico defeated Blackhawks in other Sunday action.
Security Guard Escapes Armed Robbery Attempt at Cassada Gardens Business
A security guard escaped an alleged armed robbery attempt at a Cassada Gardens business early Sunday morning, according to Antigua Observer. The incident occurred around 1:00 a.m. while the guard was asleep in his vehicle on the company's premises.
Man Convicted of Burglary at Home of 84-Year-Old Woman
Mark Willock has been found guilty of burglary in connection with a break-in at the home of an 84-year-old woman, following a judge-alone trial presided over by Justice John Spencer.
Man Gets Six Years for Indecent Assault and Attempted Choking of Woman in Her Home
A man found guilty in March of indecently assaulting a woman and attempting to choke her in her home has been handed a six-year prison sentence. The jury had rejected his claim that the encounter was a prearranged paid sexual agreement.
Barbuda Restaurant Hit by Six Break-Ins in Under Two Months, Owner Demands Action
The co-owner of The Sage Table Barbuda says her restaurant and bar has been broken into six times in less than two months, expressing frustration over what she describes as little progress in resolving the repeated incidents.
Man Sentenced to Six Years for Mill Reef Club Home Invasion Robbery
Marlon Carr has been sentenced to six years in prison after being convicted on three counts of aggravated robbery connected to a 2022 home invasion at the Mill Reef Club. Justice Ann Marie Smith handed down the sentence following a judge-alone trial that concluded with a guilty verdict in March.
Antigua Community Players Marks 74 Years of Arts and Cultural Excellence
The Antigua Community Players is celebrating its 74th anniversary, marking over seven decades of theatrical and musical excellence that has shaped the cultural life of Antigua and Barbuda. Founded in June 1952, the organization has long been regarded as a cornerstone of the local arts scene.
MCA Moves to Clarify Legal Framework After Pares Village Cannabis Bust
The Medicinal Cannabis Authority has issued a statement correcting public misconceptions about sacramental cannabis authorization following a law enforcement operation against unauthorized cultivation in Pares Village. The Authority is urging the public to understand the legal framework governing cannabis activity in Antigua and Barbuda.
SLBMC Receives £25,000 UK Grant to Boost Diagnostic Equipment
Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre has secured a £25,000 grant from UK-based foundation The Linbury Trust to fund the purchase of a portable ultrasound system, strengthening the facility's diagnostic capabilities.
Antigua and Barbuda Has No Official Language, Panellists Argue
Two panellists have argued that Antigua and Barbuda has never formally declared an official language, raising questions about government proposals to make Spanish a second official language. The debate highlights a long-standing gap in the country's legislative framework.
Cashew Hill Man Sentenced to 12 Months for Cannabis Possession
Cashew Hill resident Pernod Samuel has been handed a 12-month prison sentence after pleading guilty to possessing over 15 pounds of cannabis valued at more than $30,000. He appeared before Justice John Spencer in the High Court of Justice.
Shop Owner Fights Back After Gold Chain Snatched in All Saints Village
A shop owner in All Saints Village had her gold chain violently snatched by a young man while serving him at her counter, with CCTV footage of the incident now circulating online. Authorities are investigating the robbery, the latest in a series of jewelry-snatching incidents in the area.
Nearly $500K in Cannabis Seized at VC Bird Airport, One Man Arrested
Cannabis valued at nearly $476,000 has been seized at V.C. Bird International Airport following a joint drug interdiction operation, with one man taken into custody. The bust involved the Narcotics Department, the K-9 Unit, and the Customs Enforcement Unit.
Cannabis Discovered in Teen's School Bag After Father Reports Missing Knife
A father who alerted school staff about a missing kitchen knife inadvertently triggered the discovery of cannabis in his teenage son's school bag at an Antiguan secondary school. The find came after the parent requested a search of his child's belongings, as reported by Antigua Observer.
ABFC Wraps Up Music Development Masterclass at Antigua and Barbuda College
The Antigua and Barbuda Festivals Commission has wrapped up its Music Development Masterclass, held June 8–12 at the Antigua and Barbuda College of Advanced Studies in Coolidge. The programme gathered emerging and established music professionals in a bid to advance the nation's creative industries.
AUA College Launches Free Bootcamp Mapping Six-Year Path to Medical Career
The American University of Antigua College of Arts and Sciences has launched a free bootcamp for aspiring doctors, with more than 50 students enrolled and a second session already planned for July. As reported by Antigua Observer, AUACAS Dean Dr. Jorge Moreno confirmed the programme maps out a six-year route to a medical career.
Education Director Tells Top Scholars They Are Blueprint for Antigua's Future
Director of Education Clare Browne told top CSEC scholars at the 40th Annual National Awards Ceremony that their academic achievements represent a deliberate blueprint for shaping Antigua and Barbuda's future. Browne highlighted the students' leadership and innovation as active forces driving the nation forward.
Postmaster General Outlines Sweeping Postal and Customs Reforms After Regional Summit
Postmaster General Algernon Gomes has announced key reforms to Antigua and Barbuda's postal and customs operations following a regional summit in San Salvador attended by 132 delegates. The changes, detailed in an exclusive interview with Observer Media, are expected to significantly reshape how both services function locally.