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Dr. Terrance Drew Renews Sponsorship Of Longest Running Community Football League

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Dr. Terrance Drew Renews Sponsorship Of Longest Running Community Football League

BASSETERRE, St.Kitts (Wednesday 14th August 2019) – Over the past weekend, the annual community football league sponsored by well-known community activist Dr. Terrance Drew kicked off with much enthusiasm and readiness from all eight (8) participating teams, including the defending champions- Douglas United.

On Saturday 10th August, the opening ceremony was held at the St. Peter’s football grounds featuring the different squads of the yearly tournament which has been the longest running community football league in the Federation of St.Kitts-Nevis  in partnership with the St. Peter’s Football Association.

Athletes present at the opening ceremony of the 2019 Dr. Terrance Drew Community Football League

“I really want to give credit and acknowledge all the teams that are participating in this league; you have done splendidly well! To the 2018 champions…I’m already hearing that the other teams are ready to take you down. That is what the competition is about, and so may the best team win!” remarked Dr. Drew as he applauded the teams for making the league a success.

He encouraged the footballers to use sports as a means of developing themselves as athletes, teams and individuals.  

“The discipline that you get from sports, you can apply it to different areas of your lives. Some of the best leaders that we have known were good sportsmen and it’s because they translate all the skills and capacities that they would have gained over the years as sportsmen and sportswomen and translated those into their personal and professional lives.”

Dr. Drew, who hails from the community of St. Peter’s, spoke about the importance of giving back to one’s community and admonished others to do likewise.

“It takes all of us to work together to build a community…and so my giving back is really to help the community so that we can live well as Kittitians and Nevisians. This community means a lot to me like any other community throughout St.Kitts-Nevis. I really believe in giving back. From what you have gained from a community, you can never really give back all but giving back what you can is important for the continued development and upliftment and I really believe that most of you believe in that and so I want to challenge you to give back something to you community…give back something to you team; no matter how small it is – it could be helping an old lady across the street or buying a book for a young man who’ll be going to school this year…”

Since the 1990s, Dr. Drew has been investing in the league which includes having coached the first championship youth team in 1998 of which present professional football star Atiba Harris was a team member.

 “Watching Atiba play at that stage and he has become one of the most prolific champions from St.Kitts-Nevis tells me that any young man from this community and from St. Kitts-Nevis who participate in leagues like this in building themselves up can reach far.”

To date, Dr. Drew’s financial contribution amounts to over EC$ 60,000 (sixty thousand) dollars.

First Vice President of the St.Kitts-Nevis Football Association (SKNFA) Don Grant thanked Dr. Drew for his continued contribution.

Similarly, such sentiments of gratitude were expressed by President of the St. Peter’s Football Association Shannoid Bass as well as organising committee member Kimba MaClean. 

Young Business Photographer Focuses On Youth Development At Summer Camp

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Young Business Photographer Focuses On Youth Development At Summer Camp

BASSETERRE, St.Kitts (Monday 12th August 2019) – A summer photography camp put on by Eqnoxx Multimedia Productions got underway today as business owner 21-year-old Noel Nicholls zooms in on knowledge and skills sharing with other young like-minded individuals.

The opening ceremony for the five-day workshop (12th to 16th August) was held this morning at the office location at The Circus in Basseterre featuring participants ages 12 to 19.

Participants listen attentively during the opening ceremony (Spokesman Snap)

Today’s interactive session saw the topics of Introduction to Photography, Parts of The Camera as well as a hands-on challenge of assembling a camera.

Other subjects of the camp are expected to cover Taking of IDs-passport and Visa photos, Editing and Printing IDs, Parts of the Drone, Assembling of Drone, Flying of Done, Taking Outdoor Pictures and Printing of Outdoor Pictures among other areas.

Nicholls gave the focus behind his inspiration to put on a workshop of this nature during a chit-cat with this reporter in saying: “I find that children are very intrigued by photography but there are not much opportunity for them to basically get a step into the door so I decided that it’ll be a good opportunity to take a bit of time out of their summer at a younger age to give them basic introductory into the photography world.”

Additionally, two participants highlighted what they are looking forward to.

 Ayahna Herbert (17)

“Since I was thirteen I’ve always liked to be behind the camera taking pictures of people; I just love to see people smile and capture the moment so. At the age of 15, I told my mom this is something that I want to do but she kept saying that it can’t be a full time job because it is a bit tough; St.Kitts is a bit limited and there is a lot of competition. I recently got my first camera that somebody bought for me with lenses and everything so I’ve been taking photos as a hobby. I really like it (photography); it is something that I want to do in the future and to get into the video area as well but I really came to this camp to learn because I did my research on Eqnoxx and Noel seems to be a good photographer and I’m familiar with him having seen him around and I’m looking forward to learning a lot from this camp.”

Hiten Samtani (17)

“My mom found out about this camp online and she said she thinks it’s a good thing to go to and so I’m here. She doesn’t know that I have an interest in photography but think it’ll be a good opportunity for me to acquire some skills in photography.”

At the opening ceremony, the guest presenter on the course overview was the Director of the National Entrepreneurial Development Division (NEDD) in the Ministry of International Trade, Industry, Commerce & Consumer Affairs, Philip Browne who talked about the exposure for business ownership grooming.

“Noel is giving back. Hence, the reason for doing this is that so that some of you young people can acquire some skills, learn the art and perhaps one day become an entrepreneur… There are two words [I want to share] associated with entrepreneurship. There’s creativity and there’s innovation.”

He highlighted some of the planned learning aspects of the workshop as it relates to the opportunity presented to camp attendees.

 “Drones- What was that while I was growing up? So what it means is that someone was creative in this world… and it means someone was innovative too. I am now learning that a drone is a [device] that flies around like a plane…and it takes pictures and videos…”

“You have the opportunity to get into something maybe a bit down the road but a foundation is being built now…You are going to be delving deep into this fancy field that can perhaps take you around the world..,” he admonished.

Browne also urged the youngsters to pay close attention to what is expected to a quite detailed, intensive and interactive workshop.

Well-known entrepreneur and media personality Unoma Allen who chaired the event, commended Nicholls for his vision to give back to others.

“I think this company is a shining example of how we should live life. We should give back; share our knowledge so that others can grow and leave a legacy. So what this course is about, it’s about sharing information. Noel and the staff here, they are leaving a legacy in every one of you.”

Sponsors and contributors of the photography camp include St.Kitts-Nevis Carib Brewery Ltd., Mountain Top Water, Mac Pennies, TDC and Koscab (St.Kitts) Ltd.

Tips for a good entrepreneur pitch to investors

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Tips for a good entrepreneur pitch to investors

Trinidad and Tobago, July 31st, 2019 — An entrepreneur looking to boost or expand her business needs all the support she can get and this includes opportunities to woo investors.

Regardless of what great story is told or presentation made, investors need specific items for consideration, said Gillian Charles-Gollop, CIBC FirstCaribbean’s Executive Director, Corporate Investment Banking and Advisory.

Speaking at the Caribbean Women in ICT Power Lunch and Pitch hosted by Canto on July 23, Charles-Gollop offered the audience tips on best steps to attract an investor. CWIC is the culmination of a women’s entrepreneurship programme facilitated by SmartTerm, a Caribbean e-learning solutions provider. Its aim is to share candidly with six young Tobagonian women entrepreneur finalists what investors are looking for in a business pitch.

Charles-Gollop’s presentation included important check-list items. First, she said, you have to get the investor see the business as a good opportunity, with clear, concise delivery in the first five minutes of the conversation. “However, there are key fundamentals that prudent investor will look for,” she said.

Return on Investment (ROI) and payback are just as important as the initial pitch, she said. A business plan and financial projections would provide support to presenting positive ROIs and payback, she added. In addition, an investor would like to see the uniqueness of the product – that special element that would make it stand out from the competition.

“Keep in mind that investors will be assessing whether your product or service is worth consideration and whether the opportunity is a financially viable one,” said Charles-Gollop. “A really seasoned, experienced investor will be able to determine very early on whether a pitch is worth further effort or consideration.”

Preparation of the pitch should focus on key areas that would provide context and framework to keep the investor engaged as he or she is considering a strategic fit and potential benefits.

But most of all, she added, an investor seeks proof of success. Data was very crucial in this part of the deliberation, Charles-Gollop said.

“You have to show the ability to demonstrate your product acceptance in the market or the demographics of your customer base as good reasons for an investor to pay attention,” she said. “If you are offering solutions – whether a product or service – can you demonstrate to an actual problem solved?”

She noted the entrepreneur must also be aware of the possibility that the investor may consider the competitor that has less risk and better returns. But a business plan, if it’s worth its salt, should factor key elements that would answer such concerns.

Even with the check-list noted and executed, the most important element of wooing the investor is trust. “Character and creditability are fundamental factors,” Charles-Gollop said.

Citing Stephen Covey’s The Speed of Trust, she outlined the importance of trust in business interactions.

Integrity in business as an entrepreneur is important to build trust with partners. Integrity is being honest, authentic, telling the truth and leaving the right impression. For example, are you overselling your product or service? Are you aware of your product limitations or your skill sets?

Intent allows the entrepreneur to ensure there is clarity in motive/objective and her actions demonstrate the same.

Capability presents the opportunity to demonstrate how the entrepreneur is driving this business to success and have the prerequisite skills needed. Results show what has been achieved. These four elements, she said, are the ideal traits that are reflected in the business pitch may convince an investor to put his (or her) money where it deserves to be.

At this event, CIBC FirstCaribbean also awarded prizes for the top three pitches.

Also part of the Canto experience, Charles-Gollop presented at the forum “How technology is transforming business – A look at transformation in the Energy, Health, Finance and Aviation Industries.”

May to June 2019 Examinations Results Soon to Be Available Online

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May to June 2019 Examinations Results Soon to Be Available Online

Basseterre, St. Kitts, August 12, 2019 (SKNIS): Candidates who wrote the May-June 2019 Caribbean Examinations Council (CXC) examinations will soon be able to access their results online.
 
Results will be available on Tuesday, August 13, for CAPE (Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examinations); Wednesday, August 14 for CCSLC (Caribbean Certificate of Secondary Level Competence) and Thursday, August 15, for CSEC (Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate) at www.ors.cxc.org/studentportal  or www.results.cxc.org  
 
CXC wishes to announce a new system for the release of results in order to alleviate access issues that candidates have experienced in the past due to the high volume of traffic received on CXCs website.
 
Beginning this year, CXC will release results at varying times throughout the day.  Students who miss their territory’s window will have to wait until after the release window for all the other territories has elapsed in order to access their results.
 
All CCSLC results will be released at 9:00 a.m. Wednesday August 14, 2019. The release times for both CAPE and CSEC are from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. 
 
In addition, Mr. Solomon Claxton, National Examinations Registrar in the Ministry of Education, advises that candidates in St. Kitts and Nevis, who may have misplaced their registration number(s), can call for 467-1877 or visit their Facebook page SKNexams to request same and after verification will have their number(s) issued to them.
 
Also, if you registered at the school and also privately that will require two separate logins in order to access your results and the corresponding center number applicable to same, which is the first six digits of your registration number. 
 
Mr. Claxton said that it is hoped that when persons gain access to the results portal the results received will be favourable. 

SKELEC Electricity Supply Interruption Schedule 12th – 15 th August 2019

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SKELEC Electricity Supply Interruption Schedule 12th – 15 th August 2019

SKELEC ELECTRICITY SUPPLY INTERRUPTION SCHEDULE

Monday 12th August 2019 to Thursday 15th August 2019

DATETIMEAREA(S) TO BE AFFECTEDPURPOSE
Monday 12thAugust 20199:00am to 3:00pmHill Burroughs, West Farm Maintenance
Tuesday 13th August 2019 9:00am to 3:00pm Winsor University, Brighton Estate, Cabbage Tree Extension, Ottleys Village, Lodge Project and Ottleys Plantation. Maintenance
Wednesday 14th August 2019 9:00am to 3:00pmCedar Grove, Milliken, Green Acres, and Gundo Field Maintenance
Thursday 15th August 2019 9:00am to3:00pm Main Road Bird Rock, Hobson’s and Bird Rock Housing Maintenance

Home Makeover: Diamonds International Fix-Up Brightens Sandy Point Community

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Home Makeover: Diamonds International Fix-Up Brightens Sandy Point Community

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts (Friday 9th August 2019) – Like an episode from a popular home makeover TV show, residents of a housing compound in the community of Sandy Point were recently able to occupy their renovated homes compliments of the management and staff of Diamonds International St.Kitts who spearheaded the project in partnership with other contributors.

  • A photo moment following a day’s work
  • Workers in busy mode
  • A resident of the Blue Hood project by Diamonds International before a home makeover

This media house recently had a sit-down interview with the company’s General Manager Na’ama Omry Amir about the six-day outreach project which kicked off in late June (25th), aimed at improving the lives of families as the company continues to give back to the communities around the island.

“We rolled our sleeves up and we said instead of one house, we have ourselves three houses. We cried at the end because we were so happy and pleased to see them. It was really hard to see before and we were satisfied after. We have told them please, ‘We did what we could do and now it’s you to keep it’.”

She labelled the home fix-ups  “our biggest project of all.”

According to her: “We thought it was going to be two or three days but during the work sessions, we found so many things to improve that we didn’t stop and so we did more and more. We were so happy and the people were so pleased.”

As gathered, initially it was intended that assistance would have been provided by to a family in need but after the small housing area was discovered, plans were changed to facilitate such at that home area provided by government over 11 years ago.

“The first day was challenging but day to day, we fixed the floors, we fixed the windows, we built stairs, we built closets, we built a small kitchen and so much more,” Amir shared excitedly during the interview.

Fixed beds, building new shelves and constructing a small kitchen equipped with appliances were included on the to- do list also.

“If you go to Sandy Point, your first turn up the road after passing National Bank, you’ll see the Blue Hood project by Diamonds International, you’ll see the blue painting… and they (the residents) loved the name (Blue Hood) so we’ll keep it,” she added with a broad smile.

As understood, the Diamonds International crew wanted to move the residents somewhere else so that the work could have been done faster but there was some objection by because of a routine clinic trip by one of the occupants who had to get her insulin shots.

Notably, the Diamonds International crew assisted with those medical visits.

Apart from being in work mode, the workers sang while carrying out the daily tasks and also mingled with the residents there.

“We sat in the shade… We shared food with them, “Amir disclosed about moments while taking breaks.

On the subject of tossing out old clothes during the fix-up period, she pointed out: “We taught them why it is important to get things out in order to get in, you know? So, we let them keep the ones that they love.”

All of the clothes that needed washing were handled free of cost at Elite Laundry located in the St. Johnston community.

Amir, while reflecting on the emotions of the home owners, expressed gratitude to her staff and colleagues.

“To go to the toilet and bathe, it was a big deal for them! To see them sleeping on their new sheets and everything that was everything for us. We were so pleased and happy! It really was the biggest project. We didn’t predict it to be so long and over budget but we did it with all our hearts and souls. It was something like I always knew the team is incredible but I had no words for them at the end of it how everybody did so well collectivley. They were sitting for 10 mins and you think that they are done and they were continuing…sitting and cleaning non-stop. It was six days of non-stop work.”

“Look at my WhatsApp; see our group chat. See what I call them? ‘The Incredibles’ because they are! It’s amazing! When were are doing social work, they are like ‘Yeah!,’” she said while showing this reporter her phone.

Amir applauded the Owner, Chief Executive Officer and President of Diamonds International Albert Gad for his passion of giving back to communities.

“He always say like after hurricanes, we rebuild houses on all the islands we live in. We are rebuilding houses and schools and we are helping the environment like we helped to clean the beaches so it’s coming from our CEO who encourage us to do it and he says even though he has so many stores, we are so fortunate to be number one but we never forget where we come from; it is very important that people remember and that we give back wherever we are. What I like about this company is the people; we are not just donating and saying ‘ok take this money’…we are in the field and we are making it happen by our own hands and that’s the satisfaction and that’s giving back and that’s the value that we are engaged in.”

One of the Blue Hood Project resident Andy E. Anderson Hendrickson said he has been living at that area since 2009, and the family, made up of his wife and mother-in-law, had been looking assistance since last year.

“I’m very glad for what Diamonds International company has done. I’m very grateful for it. I appreciate what they have done for us …I realise that God has sent someone in our way to help us and we are very glad and grateful for it and I hop and trust that they would  get to go elsewhere to help others because others would need it also.”

Ulrica Fleming Payne- Williams, caretaker of her mom 91- year- old Mary Payne commented: “I must say that I appreciate what Diamonds International has done for us. It was a big task for them putting things together so nicely…it feels like a little hotel; everybody who comes they just love it and I dressed it up with these beautiful curtains and make it nicer so we say thanks to Diamonds international for your great contribution to our home to the Fleming/Payne family.”

She also said that her mom “feels good” about the home make-over while adding “It’s a big change to what it was.” Other partners and contributors of the Blue Hood project include Dwyer Astaphan, Bicknell Thompson of Universal Building Maintenance, TDC, Horsford and Company Ltd., NAGICO, Elite Laundry and Hobson Enterprise.

Gov’t Talks Ganja Health Harm, Health Benefits

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Gov’t Talks Ganja Health Harm, Health Benefits

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts (Friday 9th August 2019) – The government has pointed to the act smoking of marijuana as being harmful to the human body as supported by medical science while on the flipside recognizes the health benefits through medical use as the hot topic continues on the subject of decriminalisation.

Prime Minister and Minister of National Security Dr. Timothy Harris, during last week’s second reading of the Drugs (Prevention and Abatement of the Misuse and Abuse of Drugs) 2019 Bill before it was passed, addressed the two areas.

“We all know what smoking is even if we play smart about it but it is define and gets to the peculiarity that the act of smoking in a consistent way as outlined in that report National Commission on Cannabis Report ) as substantiated by medical science does great harm to persons. In fact, I remember engaging one doctor and the doctor said to me smoking regularly for at least three times per week will do significant harm to young children. I don’t know if three times is universally accepted but that was one view put forward.”  

As defined in the Bill, he said smoking deals with “Inhale, exhale, burn, combust, vaporise, [carried] on any heated device or pipe and so on and so on.”

“And I think for the first time there is a definition of smoking as opposed to use, recognising coming from the science, it is the smoking of cannabis more than any other form of intake that creates the greatest danger to people and to health and so in this particular part of legislation that we bring, we have provided a definition of smoking …”

On the topic of medical marijuana, PM Harris pointed out that: “The case has been accepted in several international treaties to which we are signatories that there are health benefits attributed to the use of cannabis, particularly the curative properties in relieving pain and restoring wellness to some persons.”

Also, he talked about views stemming from such information that “We should decriminalise the use of cannabis, marijuana for health and scientific purposes.”

He continued: “We may want to review this body of views as the public good view…the health benefits transcends each and every one of us and beyond national orders and the view if there is some good that can come out of this and the science seems satisfied that there is some good that we should move it from a regime where it is considered a serious crime, a dangerous crime to one that is more reflective of a regulated approach and the decriminalisation of its use this view was captured well on National Commission on Cannabis Report which was submitted early this year.”

PM Harris highlighted that it was the only subject matter in which there was consensus among that broad base committee in stating that the country should move to decriminalise for health medicinal reasons.

 Speaking to smoking in public, he remarked: “Public places, we’re saying, that smoking of cannabis will not be tolerated. It [the Bill] says bars, drinking places, restaurants and clubs, the use in those areas not being tolerated and that is in keeping with what is in vogue now that usually in those places there is special areas created for those who want to smoke their cigarette for example.”

The National Security Minister explained that public place means and indoor or outdoor area whether privately or publicly owned to which the public has access whether by right or invitation expressed or implied whether by the payment of money or not and it includes all commercial, agricultural industrial zone lands and properties.

Reading specific sections of the Bill, he said such “does not apply to a person found smoking cannabis or cannabis resin in a public place not including a registered place of worship of the Rastafarian faith.”

PM Harris stated that the 20th century view regarding drug use and misuse is no longer in vogue in the 21st century St.Kitts-Nevis and in the indeed in the changing Caribbean area.

“… and that is why we have seen the debate has come to the floor again regarding the matter of cannabis its role in society and what should be an appropriate legislative framework.”

He added: “We have seen Jamaica for example move enact legislation to decriminalise of the use of cannabis. We have seen Antigua and Barbuda follow suite followed by St. Vincent and the Grenadines, reflecting a new sort of new ethos on this subject matter. The truth Mr. Speaker is that everything is being impacted by the emergence of new science; new concepts about life, human rights, the changing views about religion…”

According to the National Security Minister: “Every country must carefully and progressively find its own pathway for determining their expressed will of the majority of the citizens and inhabitants without being oppressive to the minority. In other words how do we maintain a constructive cohesiveness in our country?”

Beach Bar Owner Encourages Responsible Plastic Waste

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Beach Bar Owner Encourages Responsible Plastic Waste

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts (Friday 9th August 2019) – “We need to save our beaches. People who go snorkeling tell me all the time that there is almost more plastic in the ocean than they see fish in St.Kitts right now, and so I decided to dress up to depict that to show the plastic and to show a diver or snorkeler and the type of experience he/she feels when he/she gets into our waters.”

So said beach bar ownerJohn Francis during a recent interview with this media house following the Plastic Free SKN march.

In showcasing his concern over ocean pollution, he wore various plastic items about his body including bags, bottles, cups and Styrofoam plates.

Francis went on to say: “It’s a growing pollution problem. It’s a big issue that affects everybody. plastic is a problem; it’s an ongoing problem and my decision to join this one (movement)- you have to have a voice, you have to talk it out loud [because] people have to hear, people need to be reminded and people need to be educated.”

Francis who originally hails from the community of Saddlers shared: “When the message came out to rally, I thought about the beaches- Save our beaches. I am an owner of a beach bar in South Friars Bay and every week I pick up at least 10 kilograms -that’s one of those 30 gallon plastic bags full of plastic waste-outside of my beach bar, and this is not plastic generated from my customers but just people who leave plastic on the beach.”

“Plastic is not sustainable. People throw away plastic a lot in general. Specifically for me, I’m concerned about the beaches ‘Save our beaches’. If I can do my little piece for the beaches, I think that I have done a lot,” he also commented.

Tricia Greaux of the Department of Marine Resources who is a member the St.Kitts Sustainable Destination Council (SDC), during a separate interview, explained why the Plastic Free SKN movement is significant.

“This whole movement is important to us because we have to protect the marine life and plastics usually end up in the ocean and so it actually hinders progress and even life of our marine life, and so turtles, marine birds and different organisms in our ocean actually suffer because of the presence of plastic and so it would be imperative for us to really join in and help to promote the movement of Plastic Free SKN.”

Meanwhile, Francis highlighted that he snorkels in his spare time.

“I have a look around and see what’s in the ocean. It’s very beautiful down there and so it’s a shame to see so much plastic on the beach or in the ocean.”

He gave his take further as to why the beaches are important.

“The beaches are very important. For us as a people it’s a heritage…Some of us in St.Kitts, we take it for granted. Antigua claims that they have 365 beaches and we have probably half a dozen but you cannot access all the 365 beaches in Antigua but you can access all of our beaches; by law, the beaches are ours and we must have direct access to them.”

Francis added: “It’s very important for us to maintain them, it’s very important to understand they’re our heritage and to understand the balance of the environment that the beaches hold; the filtering of the water-the water is coming down from the ghauts-all the waters from the ghauts end up in our beaches. If you live in mountainous areas and you throw thrash into the ghauts, it ends up on the beaches so the beaches are really, really important not just for tourism which is all some people think about; tourism is a by-product of our lives and it’s important that other people should come and see our lifestyle which involves our beaches. We don’t keep the beaches clean for tourists/tourism-no, no, no; we keep the beaches clean for ourselves, our children and our children’s children.”  

CIBC FirstCaribbean continues to raise awareness on the importance of homeownership

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CIBC FirstCaribbean continues to raise awareness on the importance of homeownership

St.Kitts, Basseterre, July 23, 2019 – CIBC FirstCaribbean in collaboration with the Nevis Island Administration (NIA), hosted an inaugural mortgage seminar on Thursday, July 11 at the Anglican Church Hall in Charlestown, Nevis.

Prospective homeowners as well as those with homes already turned up for the session to discover financing and credit options geared towards helping them meet their homeownership or expansion goals.

Mr. Arundell Dore, Sales Specialist at CIBC FirstCaribbean provided guidance on the special financing opportunities available at the bank while the other featured speakers touched on a myriad of related topics including land ownership, design and construction and the law related to home mortgages.

The session featured Mrs. Veronique Pemberton, Assistant General Manager, Nevis National Housing and Land Development Corporation; Mr. Joel Williams, Director Physical Planning; Mr. Daymon Parris, Architect, Tranquil Designs; Mr. Michael Perkins, Engineer and Mr. Brian Barnes, Attorney, Daniel Brantley and Associates. Additionally Mr. Colin Tyrell gave opening remarks on behalf of the NIA.

The event was moderated by Ms. Claudelle Gumbs, Retail Business Support Officer at CIBC FirstCaribbean, who noted that it was “essential that we open a dialogue with first-time buyers as well as seasoned buyers.”

She added “overall the seminar was well executed and the information shared was well received among attendees. The feedback was very positive and persons have been engaging us for more information.”

CIBC FirstCaribbean operates two branches in St. Kitts & Nevis. Members of the general public are welcomed to visit the Charlestown and Basseterre branches for further information.

Four unhurt in Grenada plane crash

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Four unhurt in Grenada plane crash

ST GEORGE’S, Grenada – All four persons, including the pilot, on board a twin-engine Cessna aircraft escaped injuries on Wednesday after the plane veered off the runaway at the Lauriston airport in Carriacou, according to an official statement issued here.

It said that the private Cessna 421 flying from Piarco International Airport in Trinidad veered of “Runway 27 after landing” and that “initial reports indicate that the aircraft stopped about 120 feet east of the end of the runway”.

The statement said that medical officials as well as the Lauriston Fire department “provided the necessary support in accordance with the airport’s emergency protocols.

“All four persons on board, the crew and one passenger, were evacuated from the aircraft and safely transported to the Princess Royal Hospital for observation. No injuries were reported and they have all been discharged,” said the statement issued by the Ministry of Tourism and Civil Aviation.

It said that the aircraft sustained “substantial airframe damage” and that the airport ‘is currently closed pending the arrival of the inspectors from the Eastern Caribbean Civil Aviation Authority (ECCAA) to conduct their investigations into the accident”.

The statement said that the Grenada Airports Authority is also cooperating with the WCCAA to ensure “that the process is conducted smoothly and to facilitate the re-opening of the airport in the shortest possible time”.

Carriacou is an island of the Grenadine Islands located in the southeastern Caribbean Sea, northeast of Grenada. It forms part of the tri-island state of Grenada, Carriacou and Petite Martinique. (CMC)

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