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Health Care Official Urges Public To Use Centres In Avoiding Hospital Wait Time For Non-Emergency Issues

“[At JNF]…any day in the week between the hours of 8:00am to 4:00pm, it could be a bit problematic but if it’s a Monday and it’s not a major complaint, it’s a bit of an issue, and the issue is just that the reason why we have health centres all over the island is because when you have a mild and moderate complaint, it’s really supposed to go to a health centre because a lot of those things either a nurse can deal with them directly or the nurse can deal with it with instruction from a physician...If further assessment is needed, the nurse can reach out to the physician, and a decision can be made to escalate the case to the hospital if necessary.”

Government Reaffirms Commitment to Budget Boost Wallet Programme Amid Inflation Challenges

Since its inception in January 2025, the BBW initiative has delivered vital financial support to approximately 23,000 households monthly, injecting an average of EC$5.6 million per month into the economy to ensure access to essentials such as groceries and utilities.

National Cost-of-Living Task Force Intensifies Efforts Amid Global Trade Shifts, Calls for Public Partnership

Basseterre, St. Kitts – April 24, 2025 – The National Cost-of-Living Task Force continues to prioritise the economic stability of Saint Kitts and Nevis...

Zack Responds to Critics About His Aquatic Sports Leadership Role

Well-known cultural preservationist Winston ‘Zack’ Nisbett is brushing off criticism of his leadership relating to the annual Basil Henderson Easter Monday Aquatic Sports, insisting that the popular event continues to thrive under his stewardship.

TDC Home and Building Depots host their Annual Farmers Market

With a wide variety of produce, fresh fruits, vegetables, ornamental plants, and locally made, customers (and the wider public) were given the opportunity to purchase, and sample many of the products on hand, while interacting with the appreciative vendors.

Police Commissioner Urges Drivers to End “Breakneck” Speeding

"Fellow citizens and residents, it is with deep sadness that I address the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis following yet another traffic loss on our roads. On behalf of the Royal St. Christopher and Nevis Police Force, I extend my heartfelt condolences to his grieving family as well as to the families of those who have lost loved ones in road accidents this year. No words can truly ease the pain of such loss, but rest assured that our thoughts and most fervent prayers are with you during this difficult time,” COP Sutton expressed.

Citizen Security Officials: Youths Observe Need For Family Counselling

Coordinator of the Citizen Security Secretariat Eartha Carey said so in sharing details when quizzed about findings from the government’s 90-Day Campaign Against Crime and Violence while appearing on ‘In Focus’ on Wednesday 5th March 2025 with host Ian Richards of the St.Kitts-Nevis Information Service (SKNIS) department.

Health Care Official Urges Public To Use Centres In Avoiding Hospital Wait Time For Non-Emergency Issues

“[At JNF]…any day in the week between the hours of 8:00am to 4:00pm, it could be a bit problematic but if it’s a Monday and it’s not a major complaint, it’s a bit of an issue, and the issue is just that the reason why we have health centres all over the island is because when you have a mild and moderate complaint, it’s really supposed to go to a health centre because a lot of those things either a nurse can deal with them directly or the nurse can deal with it with instruction from a physician...If further assessment is needed, the nurse can reach out to the physician, and a decision can be made to escalate the case to the hospital if necessary.”

Government Reaffirms Commitment to Budget Boost Wallet Programme Amid Inflation Challenges

Since its inception in January 2025, the BBW initiative has delivered vital financial support to approximately 23,000 households monthly, injecting an average of EC$5.6 million per month into the economy to ensure access to essentials such as groceries and utilities.

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Peaceful Conflict Resolution Applies To Both Young and Old 

It is not only a question for the courts. It is a question for every household, every policymaker, every teacher, every neighbour, every man and woman. We often speak about crime prevention with children, encouraging them to “count to three,” to “walk away,” to “breathe before reacting.” These are valuable lessons that aim to instil emotional intelligence and self-control. But what are we doing to ensure those lessons stick into adulthood? Who is teaching mature adults to manage conflict, to seek help, to de-escalate, to feel their pain without transferring it violently onto someone else?

A Cleaner Future: Embracing the Ban on Single-Use Plastic Bags

Change is often met with resistance. It is human nature to feel inconvenienced when accustomed habits are disrupted, even when the change is for the greater good. The government has taken a bold and necessary step by phasing out single-use plastic bags with a ban on the sale and distribution of such, a move aimed at fostering a more sustainable and environmentally friendly future. While some may grumble at the adjustment, it is imperative that we, as responsible citizens and residents, understand the long-term benefits and embrace the responsibility entrusted to us.

How Many More Road Tragedies Before We Realize?

When a young person dies, society often pauses, if only briefly, to mourn the unfairness of it all. The loss of someone so young is particularly jarring because it reminds us of life’s fragile nature. But beyond the shock and sorrow, beyond the outpouring of grief on social media, do we ever truly learn? Or do we allow the cycle to continue, only to repeat the same conversations when the next tragedy strikes?

What is Up with That Child Murder in Antigua?

As a society, whenever a child is placed in danger, something within us is shaken to the core. We collectively grieve, we feel an unbearable sadness and we are left grappling with the unthinkable.  The recent tragedy surrounding the kidnapping and murder of 9-year-old Chantel Crump in Antigua has sent shockwaves through the island and reverberated across the region, igniting outrage, sorrow and disbelief.

Make Noise For The Positive Too

Why don’t we make it a public display habit to applaud positive observations on the topic of crime and violence. Time and again, we have witnessed how sensationalized the topic becomes when crime is a concern. People from all walks of life chime in with concerns about social ills and safety, while political narratives often turn crime into a tool for partisan attacks. When crime surges, call-in radio programmes and social media platforms are flooded with outrage. 

When Judgment Rules In The Court Of Public Opinion 

The justice system is built upon the principle that every individual is presumed innocent until proven guilty. This foundational concept is meant to uphold fairness and protect against wrongful condemnation. However, in the court of public opinion, this presumption often falters. The moment someone’s name is linked to an accusation, there is no doubt that the weight of suspicion can be suffocating to said individual, casting a long shadow over their character and reputation.

Hip Hip Hooray For The Orange Economy

Editorial Friday 14th July 2023 Many of us enjoy the arts and culture and all...

Crime Prevention Is Everybody’s Business, Right?

On the subject of crime, especially gun violence, there is always a divide among our people-be it political, personal or otherwise. As our natural human emotions would dictate, there is never a shortage of the collective expressions of sadness, shock, anger, disappointment as well as advice sharing on possible solutions to remedy the situation.

National Cost-of-Living Task Force Intensifies Efforts Amid Global Trade Shifts, Calls for Public Partnership

Basseterre, St. Kitts – April 24, 2025 – The National Cost-of-Living Task Force continues...
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Workers News

Government Reaffirms Commitment to Budget Boost Wallet Programme Amid Inflation Challenges

Since its inception in January 2025, the BBW initiative has delivered vital financial support to approximately 23,000 households monthly, injecting an average of EC$5.6 million per month into the economy to ensure access to essentials such as groceries and utilities.

National Cost-of-Living Task Force Intensifies Efforts Amid Global Trade Shifts, Calls for Public Partnership

Basseterre, St. Kitts – April 24, 2025 – The National Cost-of-Living Task Force continues...

Union General Secretary: Domestic Workers Are Workers Too

“One of the ongoing challenges within society on a whole is overcoming the view that domestic work is ‘lesser’ work. That stigma affects wages, working conditions and how workers are treated. We must change that narrative-this is real, decent and valuable work. Domestic workers are workers too."

NIA’s Women’s Self-Empowerment Workshop 2025 Focuses on Professional Development of Women and Girls on Nevis

Career fields represented at the workshop included mechanics, architecture, law enforcement, nursing, entrepreneurship, religion, fashion design, cosmetology, education, agriculture, sports, psychology, performing arts, hospitality, accounting, law, and information technology.

Union, API Harowe Servo Sign New Workers’ Contract

A significant step in ongoing betterment of labour relations between workers and management was achieved on Monday 31st  March 2025, when representatives from the St. Kitts-Nevis Trades and Labour Union (SKNT&LU), Harowe Servo Ltd., and the Ministry of Employment and Labour signed a new three-year Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).

Government Reaffirms Commitment to Budget Boost Wallet Programme Amid Inflation Challenges

Since its inception in January 2025, the BBW initiative has delivered vital financial support to approximately 23,000 households monthly, injecting an average of EC$5.6 million per month into the economy to ensure access to essentials such as groceries and utilities.

National Cost-of-Living Task Force Intensifies Efforts Amid Global Trade Shifts, Calls for Public Partnership

Basseterre, St. Kitts – April 24, 2025 – The National Cost-of-Living Task Force continues...

Union General Secretary: Domestic Workers Are Workers Too

“One of the ongoing challenges within society on a whole is overcoming the view that domestic work is ‘lesser’ work. That stigma affects wages, working conditions and how workers are treated. We must change that narrative-this is real, decent and valuable work. Domestic workers are workers too."

Government Reaffirms Commitment to Budget Boost Wallet Programme Amid Inflation Challenges

Since its inception in January 2025, the BBW initiative has delivered vital financial support to approximately 23,000 households monthly, injecting an average of EC$5.6 million per month into the economy to ensure access to essentials such as groceries and utilities.

National Cost-of-Living Task Force Intensifies Efforts Amid Global Trade Shifts, Calls for Public Partnership

Basseterre, St. Kitts – April 24, 2025 – The National Cost-of-Living Task Force continues...

Union General Secretary: Domestic Workers Are Workers Too

“One of the ongoing challenges within society on a whole is overcoming the view that domestic work is ‘lesser’ work. That stigma affects wages, working conditions and how workers are treated. We must change that narrative-this is real, decent and valuable work. Domestic workers are workers too."

NIA’s Women’s Self-Empowerment Workshop 2025 Focuses on Professional Development of Women and Girls on Nevis

Career fields represented at the workshop included mechanics, architecture, law enforcement, nursing, entrepreneurship, religion, fashion design, cosmetology, education, agriculture, sports, psychology, performing arts, hospitality, accounting, law, and information technology.

Union, API Harowe Servo Sign New Workers’ Contract

A significant step in ongoing betterment of labour relations between workers and management was achieved on Monday 31st  March 2025, when representatives from the St. Kitts-Nevis Trades and Labour Union (SKNT&LU), Harowe Servo Ltd., and the Ministry of Employment and Labour signed a new three-year Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).

Labour Constituency #1 Branch to honour former Labour Spokesman’s editor Mudada 

Former editor of the Labour Spokesman Newspaper, the late Dawud St. Lloyd Byron aka Mudada, will be honoured this Sunday, March 30, when the East Basseterre Labour Branch and the Deputy Prime Minister, the Hon Dr Geoffrey Hanley, will officially launch the Youth On The Go Community Picnic Square in his memory.  

Local Politics

The Rt. Hon Dr Douglas: St. Kitts and Nevis has a good government under Dr Drew

Dr Douglas, whose unwavering dedication to Constituency Number Six and the country was celebrated during an anniversary worship service at the Church of God of Prophecy in Newton Ground on Sunday March 23, made the remarks when invited by Bishop Phillip Webbe to greet the congregation that included Prime Minister the Hon Dr Terrance Drew who had led the country in honouring his predecessor’s 36 years as a parliamentarian. 

Labour Constituency #1 Branch to honour former Labour Spokesman’s editor Mudada 

Former editor of the Labour Spokesman Newspaper, the late Dawud St. Lloyd Byron aka Mudada, will be honoured this Sunday, March 30, when the East Basseterre Labour Branch and the Deputy Prime Minister, the Hon Dr Geoffrey Hanley, will officially launch the Youth On The Go Community Picnic Square in his memory.  

“Political Differences Should Not Divide Us” PM Drew— Joint Cabinet Meeting Reinforces Dialogue and Cooperation Between St. Kitts and Nevis

The Federal Cabinet of St. Kitts and Nevis and the Nevis Island Administration (NIA) Cabinet yesterday, March 17, met for the first Joint Cabinet Meeting of 2025, reaffirming their commitment to fostering collaboration and advancing national development. The meeting, held in St. Kitts at the Park Hyatt, focused on key national priorities, with discussions centered on strengthening inter-island cooperation, climate resilience, economic diversification, and national security.

Officials: PAM Open to Another Election Team Up

The People’s Action Movement (PAM) party has signaled its willingness to collaborate with another political party ahead of the next general elections, according to remarks made by party officials at a press conference held on Wednesday 19th March 2025 at PAM Headquarters.

Grey-Brookes: PAM to Unveil Candidates Ahead of June Convention

Leader of The People's Action Movement (PAM) and candidate for St.Christopher One, Natasha Grey-Brookes, has announced that the party will unveil candidates ahead of its upcoming convention slated for June 2025 in preparation for the next general elections.

Social Commentary

More Than Just A Meal: The Meaning Behind Easter Traditions

Over this past Easter, as families gathered to partake in what has become a culinary staple of the season-saltfish with ground provisions, coconut dumpling, and a refreshing drink-many may not have paused to reflect on the deeper meaning behind the meal. 

Zack Responds to Critics About His Aquatic Sports Leadership Role

Well-known cultural preservationist Winston ‘Zack’ Nisbett is brushing off criticism of his leadership relating to the annual Basil Henderson Easter Monday Aquatic Sports, insisting that the popular event continues to thrive under his stewardship.

More Than Just A Meal: The Meaning Behind Easter Traditions

Over this past Easter, as families gathered to partake in what has become a culinary staple of the season-saltfish with ground provisions, coconut dumpling, and a refreshing drink-many may not have paused to reflect on the deeper meaning behind the meal. 

Peaceful Conflict Resolution Applies To Both Young and Old 

It is not only a question for the courts. It is a question for every household, every policymaker, every teacher, every neighbour, every man and woman. We often speak about crime prevention with children, encouraging them to “count to three,” to “walk away,” to “breathe before reacting.” These are valuable lessons that aim to instil emotional intelligence and self-control. But what are we doing to ensure those lessons stick into adulthood? Who is teaching mature adults to manage conflict, to seek help, to de-escalate, to feel their pain without transferring it violently onto someone else?

Nevis Airport Expansion Project Draws International Attention, Poised to Transform Island’s Tourism Industry

Nevis, known for its stunning beaches, lush landscapes, and warm hospitality, famously provided Princess Diana and her sons, Princes William and Harry, a private sanctuary in the early 1990s. The Montpelier Plantation Estate, where they stayed, along with other Royal-linked landmarks, are expected to see increased interest as greater numbers of tourists gain direct access to the island.

Human Interest

Author Nyoka Gumbs Talks About Inspiration Behind Her Financial Survival Book

In an exclusive interview following her recent book launch, daughter of the soil Nyoka Gumbs (who currently resides in New York in the U.S), a trained architect turned author, shared her insights on heritage, financial resilience, and the impact she hopes her book will have on fellow Kittitians and Nevisians.

Walk a Mile in My Shoes Event Generates Awareness and Support for Persons Living With Disabilities

Persons were blindfolded to experience the challenges of the visually impaired, while others sat in wheelchairs representing persons with mobility challenges. They set off from the West Basseterre Bus Station going along the Bay Road, turning left onto Fort Street then Cayon Street, left on Church Street, left on Liverpool Row and across Bank Street ending at Independence Square.

Health Care Official Urges Public To Use Centres In Avoiding Hospital Wait Time For Non-Emergency Issues

“[At JNF]…any day in the week between the hours of 8:00am to 4:00pm, it could be a bit problematic but if it’s a Monday and it’s not a major complaint, it’s a bit of an issue, and the issue is just that the reason why we have health centres all over the island is because when you have a mild and moderate complaint, it’s really supposed to go to a health centre because a lot of those things either a nurse can deal with them directly or the nurse can deal with it with instruction from a physician...If further assessment is needed, the nurse can reach out to the physician, and a decision can be made to escalate the case to the hospital if necessary.”

Government Reaffirms Commitment to Budget Boost Wallet Programme Amid Inflation Challenges

Since its inception in January 2025, the BBW initiative has delivered vital financial support to approximately 23,000 households monthly, injecting an average of EC$5.6 million per month into the economy to ensure access to essentials such as groceries and utilities.

Late Earle Clarke Honored for His Contributions to Cuba

Clarke, a renowned community activist, social and political commentator, and former official of the St. Kitts and Nevis Cuban Friendship Association, was posthumously awarded the Friendship Medal by the Cuban Institute of Friendship with the Peoples (ICAP). This high honour recognized Clarke’s significant contributions to fostering strong ties between St. Kitts and Nevis and Cuba.

An Emotional Honour

Mrs. Dorothy Clarke- the widow of the late Earl Clarke who was a well-known community activist, social and political commentator (also past official of the St. Kitts and Nevis Cuban Friendship Association)-pauses emotionally while expressing her heartfelt gratitude to the Cuban Institute of Friendship With the Peoples for having presented a Medal of Honour (worn by her) to the family in recognition of her late husband's  contribution.

Zack Responds to Critics About His Aquatic Sports Leadership Role

Well-known cultural preservationist Winston ‘Zack’ Nisbett is brushing off criticism of his leadership relating to the annual Basil Henderson Easter Monday Aquatic Sports, insisting that the popular event continues to thrive under his stewardship.

More Than Just A Meal: The Meaning Behind Easter Traditions

Over this past Easter, as families gathered to partake in what has become a culinary staple of the season-saltfish with ground provisions, coconut dumpling, and a refreshing drink-many may not have paused to reflect on the deeper meaning behind the meal. 

Nevis Airport Expansion Project Draws International Attention, Poised to Transform Island’s Tourism Industry

Nevis, known for its stunning beaches, lush landscapes, and warm hospitality, famously provided Princess Diana and her sons, Princes William and Harry, a private sanctuary in the early 1990s. The Montpelier Plantation Estate, where they stayed, along with other Royal-linked landmarks, are expected to see increased interest as greater numbers of tourists gain direct access to the island.
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Health Care Official Urges Public To Use Centres In Avoiding Hospital Wait Time For Non-Emergency Issues

“[At JNF]…any day in the week between the hours of 8:00am to 4:00pm, it could be a bit problematic but if it’s a Monday and it’s not a major complaint, it’s a bit of an issue, and the issue is just that the reason why we have health centres all over the island is because when you have a mild and moderate complaint, it’s really supposed to go to a health centre because a lot of those things either a nurse can deal with them directly or the nurse can deal with it with instruction from a physician...If further assessment is needed, the nurse can reach out to the physician, and a decision can be made to escalate the case to the hospital if necessary.”

Government Reaffirms Commitment to Budget Boost Wallet Programme Amid Inflation Challenges

Since its inception in January 2025, the BBW initiative has delivered vital financial support to approximately 23,000 households monthly, injecting an average of EC$5.6 million per month into the economy to ensure access to essentials such as groceries and utilities.

National Cost-of-Living Task Force Intensifies Efforts Amid Global Trade Shifts, Calls for Public Partnership

Basseterre, St. Kitts – April 24, 2025 – The National Cost-of-Living Task Force continues...

Zack Responds to Critics About His Aquatic Sports Leadership Role

Well-known cultural preservationist Winston ‘Zack’ Nisbett is brushing off criticism of his leadership relating to the annual Basil Henderson Easter Monday Aquatic Sports, insisting that the popular event continues to thrive under his stewardship.

More Than Just A Meal: The Meaning Behind Easter Traditions

Over this past Easter, as families gathered to partake in what has become a culinary staple of the season-saltfish with ground provisions, coconut dumpling, and a refreshing drink-many may not have paused to reflect on the deeper meaning behind the meal. 

Nevis Airport Expansion Project Draws International Attention, Poised to Transform Island’s Tourism Industry

Nevis, known for its stunning beaches, lush landscapes, and warm hospitality, famously provided Princess Diana and her sons, Princes William and Harry, a private sanctuary in the early 1990s. The Montpelier Plantation Estate, where they stayed, along with other Royal-linked landmarks, are expected to see increased interest as greater numbers of tourists gain direct access to the island.

Marquel Greene Repeats Money-Grab Victory at Aquatic Sports Meet

After about 15 attempts, 14-year-old Marquel Greene has once again proven himself the reigning champion of the ‘Money Fetch’ competition, following the recently held 68th annual Basil Henderson Easter Monday Aquatic Sports Meet, having scale the slippery vertical greased metal pole to seize the coveted top prize.

Lent: A Discipline Worthy Of Living Daily

Lent is more than a ceremonious routine or a religious tradition; it is an invitation into a lifestyle marked by self-control, humility, and deeper communion with God. The decision to give up social media, to fast from meat, or to carve out quiet time for prayer is not simply ritualistic-it is an act of intentional realignment, where our spiritual compass points away from the noise of the world and toward the presence of the Creator.

Olympic Gold Medalist Warmly Welcomed To Saint Kitts and Nevis

Dominica’s Olympic Triple Jump Gold Medalist, Thea LaFond-Gadson, received a warm welcome to Saint Kitts and Nevis at a reception cocktail at the Saint Kitts Marriott Resort on Wednesday (April 09, 2025).

TDC Automotive Division Facilitates Acquisition of Mobile Bus for Ministry of Ageing and Disabilities

Seniors, people with disabilities and mobility challenges will now have access to a state-of-the-art mobile bus, thanks to a partnership between the TDC Automotive Division, the Ministries of Youth Empowerment, Ageing and Disabilities et al, the Ministry of Education and the Embassy of the Republic of China (Taiwan), the donor agency.

Premier Brantley Highly Commends Law Enforcement for Significant Reduction in Violent Crime in St. Kitts and Nevis

Premier of Nevis, the Honourable Mark Brantley, has publicly commended the Royal St. Christopher and Nevis Police Force (RSCNPF) for what he described as “tremendous progress” in reducing violent crime in the Federation, particularly highlighting a historic first quarter of the year without a single homicide.

Natta Scholarship Fund Marks 15 Years Of Transforming Lives Through Education Celebrating Over a Decade of Academic Excellence, Community Impact and Student Success

The William Marcus Natta Memorial Scholarship Fund proudly celebrates 15 years of empowering young minds and fostering academic excellence in Saint Kitts and Nevis. Since its establishment on April 8, 2010, this non-profit organization has honoured the memory and legacy of William Marcus Natta, a dedicated former army sergeant, accounts clerk and trade unionist, by breaking down financial barriers for promising students and uplifting the community through education.