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Annual Gender-Based Violence Walk Set for March 7 at Botanical Gardens
Integrated Health Outreach Antigua and Barbuda has opened registration for its Annual Gender-Based Violence Awareness Walk, set for March 7th at the Botanical Gardens starting at 2 p.m. The event calls on all citizens to take a public stand against gender-based violence.
Minister Matthew Pays Emotional Tribute to Late Predecessor Teco Lake at Candlelight Vigil
Education Minister Daryll Matthew delivered an emotional tribute to the late Eustace "Teco" Lake at a candlelight vigil, reflecting on a friendship that survived political transition and found reconciliation. According to Antigua Observer, Matthew spoke candidly about the complex but ultimately peaceful bond he shared with his late predecessor.
Cabinet Loses Patience with APUA Over Persistent Street Lighting Failures
Cabinet has lost patience with the Antigua Public Utilities Authority over persistent street lighting failures, with Acting Prime Minister Sir Steadroy Benjamin delivering a firm message to APUA at Wednesday's Cabinet meeting.
Government Reclaims 150 Acres of Idle Farmland for Youth and Women Farmers
The Antiguan government has repossessed approximately 150 acres of idle farmland and plans to redistribute it for active agricultural use, with youth and women farmers set to benefit. The announcement was made by Director of Communications Maurice Merchant at the weekly post-Cabinet briefing.
Ministry of Agriculture Draws 250 Students to Second Annual Career Fair and Expo
The Ministry of Agriculture's second annual Agricultural Career Fair and Expo drew close to 250 secondary school students to the Multi-Purpose Cultural Centre — more than double last year's inaugural turnout. The event aims to cultivate a youth pipeline into the agricultural sector.
Community Activist Mourns Slain Jennings Father as Police Probe Fatal Stabbing
Community activist Gladys Potter has paid tribute to Dalton Cornwall, a Jennings resident fatally stabbed on Wednesday, describing him as a devoted father and valued community member. Police continue to investigate the circumstances of his death.
Defence Turns Tables on Key Witness in Nigel Christian Murder Trial
The prosecution's key witness in the Nigel Christian murder trial faced a dramatic accusation on day six of proceedings, with defence attorneys alleging the witness himself planned and carried out the killing of the senior Customs official.
Forensic Photographer Presents Crime Scene Evidence in Nigel Christian Murder Trial
A forensic photographer appeared via video link in the Nigel Christian murder trial on Tuesday, presenting crime scene imagery and clothing evidence allegedly connected to the accused. The officer, from the Forensic Evidence Recovery Unit, was led through testimony by the prosecution in the ongoing High Court proceedings.
Panyards Are Critical Social Safety Nets, Ethnomusicologist Tells Observer AM
Ethnomusicologist Andrew R. Martin, Ph.D., has described Antiguan panyards as vital social safety nets and community development hubs, as reported by Antigua Observer. The scholar made the remarks during an appearance on Observer AM.