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BoE will have to complete new ABICE wing, as rising cost of building materials ate up Harrison donation, Browne claims
(REAL News) – Prime Minister Gaston Browne says the Government will have to invest some money into the completion of the new wing at the Antigua and Barbuda Institute of Continuing Education (ABICE). CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHATSAPP GROUP FOR NEWS UPDATES. The redevelopment of ABICE commenced in 2022 with David Harrison – a…
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Parliament Approves Bill Allowing Funeral Homes to Bury Unclaimed Bodies After Specified Duration
Parliament has given its approval to amendments in the Public Health Amendment Bill of 2023, enabling Funeral Homes to inter unclaimed bodies after a specific period. CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHATSAPP GROUP FOR NEWS UPDATES. Health Minister Sir Molwyn Joseph ardently advocated for this legislation, emphasizing the government’s responsibility to arrange the burial of…
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Parliament Approves Compulsory Land Acquisition for Booby Alley Housing Project
In the Lower House of Parliament, a resolution was passed for the compulsory acquisition of land in Point. This acquisition aims to facilitate the construction of condominium-style homes for residents of the Booby Alley Social Housing project, a venture valued at EC$100 million. CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHATSAPP GROUP FOR NEWS UPDATES. The project,…
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Antigua and Barbuda’s Leaders Unite to Tackle Water Crisis
The importance of a reliable water supply cannot be overstated. CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHATSAPP GROUP FOR NEWS UPDATES. Prime Minister Gaston Browne and Opposition Leader Jqamal Pringle have set aside their political differences to address Antigua and Barbuda’s water issue, showcasing the leadership needed to tackle it. During parliamentary sessions, Browne and Pringle…
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LETTER: Shuggy cannot walk in Senator Dwayne George’s shoe
PHOTO CREDIT: Wayne Mariette DEAR EDITOR: Many of us, including myself were concerned as to why Senator Dwayne George was immediately accepted with open arms into the bossom of the ABLP party, in such quick time. CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHATSAPP GROUP FOR NEWS UPDATES. The simple answer is…. whenever ABLP sees talent they…
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Antigua and Barbuda declines loan offer from African Ex-Im Bank
(POINTE XPRESS) — Antigua and Barbuda will not pursue any loan arrangements with the African Export-Import Bank as its interest rates are ‘too high’. CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHATSAPP GROUP FOR NEWS UPDATES. The disclosure was made in parliament on Monday by Prime Minister Gaston Browne, who said the government took the decision as…
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Antigua and Barbuda Leads ECCU with Lowest Gasoline Prices
(POINTE XPRESS) — Antigua and Barbuda’s consumers are enjoying the most affordable gasoline prices among their peers in the Eastern Caribbean Currency Union (ECCU). CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHATSAPP GROUP FOR NEWS UPDATES. As per a report released by the ECCU, detailing gasoline prices within the currency union, the average gasoline price stood at…
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AG congratulates police, pledge further support
Attorney General and Minister of Public Safety Steadroy Benjamin is congratulating the police for hosting what he considers another successful police week this year. CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHATSAPP GROUP FOR NEWS UPDATES. Minister Benjamin, under whose ministry the police falls, said he is pleased with the performance of the police in the execution…
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EC$168M Government-Backed Loan to Fuel APUA Infrastructure Enhancements
The Antiguan government is providing a guarantee for a substantial EC$168 million loan to support the Antigua Public Utilities Authority (APUA). CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHATSAPP GROUP FOR NEWS UPDATES. This financial aid aims to bolster APUA’s distribution network and undertake critical infrastructure enhancements. Prime Minister Gaston Browne initiated this effort, initially approved by…
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Unveiling Hospitality Professional Andre Norton, Port Facility Security Officer and Health and Safety Officer at Antigua Cruise Port
The Antigua & Barbuda Hotels and Tourism Association (ABHTA) is delighted to present the second installment of its “Unveiling Hospitality Professionals” series, featuring Andre Norton. CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHATSAPP GROUP FOR NEWS UPDATES. On August 1, 2023, Andre Norton achieved a significant milestone in his career by being appointed as the Port Facility…
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Royal’s Antigua Beach Club On Course For 2024 Start
(Cruise Radio) – After Royal Caribbean’s 2019 announcement that the cruise line would build a new Antigua Beach Club, local Tourism Minister Charles Fernandez said they would finalize plans with the cruise line by the end of 2023. CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHATSAPP GROUP FOR NEWS UPDATES. He added that the latest addition to…