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Government to Absorb Sir Luther Wynter Pre-School Into National Early Childhood Network
The Antiguan government will take over the Sir Luther Wynter Pre-School Child Development Centre, a UNESCO-designated model school founded over 50 years ago, as part of an expanding national early childhood education network. New preschool centres are also planned for Judges Hill and Jennings.
Cabinet Takes Lead on Fort James Beach Redevelopment to Boost Tourism and Heritage
Antigua and Barbuda's Cabinet has approved a government-led redevelopment plan for Fort James Beach, encompassing heritage preservation, beach replenishment, vendor spaces, an amphitheatre, and expanded green areas. The project aims to boost tourism while creating economic opportunities for local entrepreneurs and community stakeholders.
Antigua Cabinet Backs Digital Child Support Platform, Eyes Public Defaulter Register
Antigua and Barbuda's Cabinet has approved the Main Collect digital platform to streamline child maintenance payments, while also considering a public register of delinquent fathers and stronger enforcement measures to combat widespread non-compliance.
Russian Sailors Beaten and Robbed in St. John's; One Hospitalised in Serious Condition
Two Russian sailors were beaten and robbed by a group of men on Popeshead Street in St. John's in the early hours of June 4, with one crew member hospitalised in serious but stable condition. Police have made no arrests and investigations are ongoing.
Man Stabbed with Scissors After Wallet Dispute on St. Mary's Street
A young man was stabbed with scissors and hospitalised after a confrontation over a dropped wallet inside a St. Mary's Street mobile phone store, according to Antigua News Room. The suspect allegedly removed cash from the wallet before wounding the victim and fleeing.
Man Stabbed with Scissors on St. Mary's Street After Wallet Dispute
A young man is hospitalised in stable condition after being stabbed with a pair of scissors on St. Mary's Street following a dispute over a wallet that fell from his pocket inside a phone store.
Crew Members Robbed and Wounded Near Heritage Quay in Early Morning Attack
Two crew members from a vessel docked at Heritage Quay were robbed and assaulted in the early hours of Thursday, June 4, along Popeshead Street. One victim remains in serious but stable condition at the Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre as police search for the suspects.
Antigua and Barbuda Signs Aviation MoU to Boost Caribbean Regional Cooperation
Antigua and Barbuda has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with France's Directorate General for Civil Aviation during a regional directors' meeting held in Antigua from June 1 to 3. The agreement establishes a Regional Technical Cooperation Committee aimed at strengthening collaboration on aviation safety, security, and sustainable development across the Caribbean.
Police Defend Major Cannabis Raid Near Pares Village, Warn Illegal Growers
Police have seized more than 500 cannabis plants and nearly 1,000 pounds of cured marijuana in a major raid near Pares Village, with four men arrested. ASP Frankie Thomas warned that illegal cultivation will continue to be prosecuted regardless of the country's decriminalisation laws.
ASP Frankie Thomas Defends Major Cannabis Bust Near Pares; Four Men in Custody
Four men remain in police custody following a major cannabis bust near Pares Village, where officers seized more than 500 plants and close to 1,000 pounds of cured marijuana. ASP Frankie Thomas defended the operation, stating the unlicensed, commercial-scale plantation was a clear violation of Antigua and Barbuda's laws.
High Lending Rates Threaten ECCU's 'Decade of Decision' Growth Ambitions
A new financial commentary series examines whether high lending rates across the Eastern Caribbean Currency Union — some 820 basis points above Euro Area business lending — threaten the region's stated goal of doubling its economies within a decade. The analysis, reported by Antigua News Room, calls on ECCU institutions to address structural cost-of-capital barriers without sacrificing the region's hard-won macroeconomic stability.
National Performing Arts Centre on Track for CHOGM Opening, Minister Turner Says
Minister Rawdon Turner says the National Performing Arts Centre, currently under construction at the former Deluxe Cinema on High Street, remains on schedule for completion ahead of the November 2026 CHOGM opening ceremony. The nearly 900-seat venue, featuring a double-roof acoustic system and two-tier balcony, is being described as the most advanced performance facility in the Eastern Caribbean.
Tourism Minister Fernandez Highlights New Investments and Carnival 2026 at Caribbean Week
Tourism Minister Charles "Max" Fernandez used a Caribbean Week appearance on New York Living to highlight new investments, sustainability efforts, and Antigua Carnival 2026 as part of the twin-island nation's push to strengthen its global tourism appeal.
Four Men Arrested After Police Seize 500 Cannabis Plants Near Pares Village
Four men were taken into custody on Thursday after a joint law enforcement operation uncovered more than 500 cannabis plants and nearly 1,000 pounds of cured marijuana at an illegal plantation near Pares Village. Authorities say the operation far exceeded the legal limits for cannabis cultivation permitted in Antigua and Barbuda.
Four Arrested After Joint Operation Uncovers Major Cannabis Plantation Near Pares Village
Four men remain in police custody after a joint law enforcement operation near Pares Village uncovered an unlicensed cannabis plantation, resulting in the seizure of over 500 plants and nearly 1,000 pounds of cured cannabis.
Commonwealth Observers Urge Constitutional Protection for Antigua's Electoral Commission
A Commonwealth Observer Group has recommended that Antigua and Barbuda amend its Constitution to formally entrench the Electoral Commission, citing the need to strengthen institutional independence and public confidence in the country's electoral process. The recommendation is part of a wider set of reforms proposed in the group's final report on the April 30, 2026 general election.
Barbuda Senator's Office Marks First Month with 20 New Driver's Licence Registrations
Senator Kendra Beazer's office reports that 20 Barbuda residents obtained first-time driver's licences in the office's first month of operation. The office is also urging the Barbuda Council to prioritize a proposal for improved road infrastructure across the island.
Five Islands Campus Makes History with Three Medals at Debut UWI Games
The UWI Five Islands Campus made a historic debut at the 2026 UWI Games, claiming three bronze medals and finishing fourth overall among five campuses at the regional competition held in Trinidad and Tobago.
Commentary: Why Making Spanish an Official Language Is a Strategic Investment for Antigua and Barbuda
Ambassador Sir Ronald Sanders makes the case for Antigua and Barbuda's landmark decision to adopt Spanish as a second official language, arguing it carries far-reaching implications for tourism, trade, security, and diplomacy. The policy, announced at the OAS on 3 June, drew immediate enthusiasm from Latin American delegations.
Antigua and Barbuda's Median Age Reaches 35.5 as CARICOM Ages Unevenly
Antigua and Barbuda's median age has reached 35.5 years, placing it among eleven CARICOM member states now older than the global median of 30, according to Antigua News Room. The trend signals growing pressure on pension and healthcare systems as working-age populations across the region begin to shrink.