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PM Browne Congratulates Baltimore After Decisive St. Philip's North By-Election Win
Randy Baltimore has won the St. Philip's North by-election for the Antigua and Barbuda Labour Party, defeating UPP candidate Alex Browne in what observers called a decisive result. Prime Minister Gaston Browne has welcomed Baltimore to Parliament and reaffirmed the government's development commitment to the constituency.
Greene Calls on Caribbean and African Leaders to Turn Dialogue Into Action
Foreign Affairs Minister E.P. Chet Greene has called on Caribbean and African leaders to move past talk and act on what he says is a rare opportunity for closer regional cooperation. Greene made the remarks during a visit from a Nigerian traditional ruler and his delegation, citing shifting global dynamics as a catalyst for stronger trade and people-to-people ties.
Praise Break Gospel Quest Returns for Season Two, Registration Now Open
Praise Break Gospel Quest has officially launched its second season, with registration now open for Antigua and Barbuda's national gospel singing competition ahead of a March 22, 2026 deadline. The Grand Finals are set to headline the second night of the country's inaugural National Easter Festival.
PM Browne Congratulates Randy Baltimore on St. Philip's North By-Election Win
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has congratulated Randy Baltimore of the Antigua and Barbuda Labour Party on his emphatic victory in the St. Philip's North by-election held on March 16, 2026. Baltimore defeated United Progressive Party candidate Alex Browne, securing the seat left vacant by the resignation of Sir Robin Yearwood.
Two Antiguan Students Get Behind-the-Scenes Look at Diplomacy Ahead of CHOGM 2026
Two top secondary school students — one from All Saints Secondary School and one from Antigua Grammar School — have been selected to observe the planning process for CHOGM 2026, gaining rare firsthand exposure to international diplomacy. The youth initiative aims to inspire the next generation of leaders as Antigua and Barbuda prepares to host world leaders.
Pollster Wickham: St. Philip North Result Opens Door for Early General Election
Regional pollster Peter Wickham says the ABLP's strong by-election victory in St. Philip North — with Randy Baltimore capturing roughly 70% of the vote — should prompt Prime Minister Gaston Browne to seriously consider calling an early general election. Wickham described the result as a major political shift, citing a weakened UPP and historically high support for the governing party in the constituency.
Baltimore Thanks Supporters, Vows to Keep Working After St. Philip North By-Election Win
Randy Baltimore, the newly elected Member of Parliament for St. Philip North, has thanked supporters and campaign colleagues following his by-election victory, pledging to continue working on the issues facing the constituency.
Antigua and Barbuda Names 14-Athlete Squad for 2026 CARIFTA Games in Grenada
The Antigua and Barbuda Athletics Association has selected fourteen athletes to represent the nation at the 2026 CARIFTA Games in Grenada, scheduled for April 4th to 6th. The squad spans Under-17 and Under-20 categories and will be supported by a six-member management team.
ABLP Chairman Congratulates Baltimore on St. Philip North By-Election Win
ABLP Chairman E.P. Chet Greene has congratulated Randy Baltimore on his by-election victory in St. Philip North, describing the win as decisive and welcoming the new MP into the party's ranks. The message was issued on behalf of Political Leader Gaston Browne and the wider party.
UPP's Alex Browne Concedes St. Philip North By-Election to ABLP's Randy Baltimore
UPP candidate Alex Browne has conceded the St. Philip North by-election after ABLP candidate Randy Baltimore took a decisive lead in preliminary results. Browne, who resigned from the Senate to contest the seat, thanked his supporters and pledged the party's work would continue.
ABLP's Randy Baltimore Wins St. Philip North By-Election in Landslide
Randy Baltimore of the Antigua and Barbuda Labour Party has won the St. Philip North by-election with 924 votes to UPP candidate Alex Browne's 407, according to Antigua News Room. The seat was vacated following the retirement of longtime MP Sir Robin Yearwood.
Randy Baltimore Wins St. Philip's North By-Election for Labour Party
Randy Baltimore of the Antigua and Barbuda Labour Party has won the St. Philip's North by-election, defeating UPP candidate Alex Browne 924 votes to 407. The contest was called following the retirement of long-serving MP Sir Robin Yearwood.
Baltimore Holds Commanding Lead After Four Boxes Counted in St. Philip North By-Election
ABLP candidate Randy Baltimore holds 67.96 percent of the vote after four of seven ballot boxes are counted in the St. Philip North by-election. UPP candidate Alex Browne trails with 32.04 percent as the count continues.
Three Fishermen Missing at Sea as Urlings Community Awaits News
Three fishermen — Adrian Pryce, Carlton Pitt, and Devon Prince — have gone missing at sea, plunging the village of Urlings into fear and heartbreak as families anxiously await news of their fate.
Polls Close at 6PM in St. Philip's North By-Election
Voting has concluded in the St. Philip's North by-election, with polls closing at 6PM and ballot counting set to begin at the Glanvilles Polyclinic. Voter turnout is expected to be high, according to Antigua.news.
Polls Close in St. Philip North By-Election; Ballot Count Underway
Polls have closed in the St. Philip North by-election, with ballot counting set to begin following a calm day of voting. The contest is between Alex Browne of the UPP and Randy Baltimore of the ABLP, following the resignation of veteran MP Sir Robin Yearwood.
Young Steel Pan Artists Claim Top Honours at National Junior Solo Competition
Fourteen young steel pan artists competed at the National Junior Solo Competition held on March 15th, 2026, at The UWI Global Campus, with Kaiya Casimir, Keiyanna Davis, and Keshawn Benjamin among the top finishers. The event was organised by the Department of Culture to celebrate and nurture the musical talents of Antigua and Barbuda's youth.
Female Taxi Driver Forcibly Removed from Vehicle After Ignoring Police Stop Order
A female taxi driver in St. John's was forcibly removed from her vehicle today after allegedly refusing to comply with a police stop order. Video of the incident has been circulating on social media.
Cuba's Electrical Grid Suffers Total Collapse in Latest Nationwide Blackout
Cuba's electrical grid suffered a total collapse on Monday, its power operator confirmed — the first such failure since the US cut off the flow of oil to the island. The blackout is the latest in a series of nationwide power outages in recent years.
Family Launches GoFundMe for Christopher Howell Battling Kidney Failure in ICU
Claudette Armstrong has launched a $5,000 GoFundMe campaign to help cover medical costs for her son Christopher Howell, who is in a coma on life support at the Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre after suffering kidney failure and a liver condition. The family is also appealing for blood donations.