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NCCU inducted into Caribbean Confederation of Credit Unions Hall of Fame

Charlestown, Nevis, September 11, 2025 (NCCU Communications) -- In a poignant moment for members of credit unions in the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis, the Nevis Co-operative Credit Union Limited and a distinguished son of the soil, Mr Melvin Edwards (CSM), were on Monday June 23 this year inducted into the Caribbean Confederation of Credit Unions (CCCU) Digital Hall of Fame.

Saint Kitts and Nevis Celebrates National Heroes Day Tomorrow, September 16

As is the tradition, a ceremony featuring military honours by the St. Kitts and Nevis Defence Force and the Royal St. Christopher and Nevis Police Force will be held at the National Heroes Park at Conaree. The ceremony begins at 8 a.m. and will feature a short programme that concludes with the laying of wreaths at the base of the four statues featured – The late Right Excellencies Sir Robert Bradshaw, Sir C. A. Paul Southwell, Sir Joseph France, and Sir Simeon Daniel. Recognition and special presentation to the only living National Hero, the Right Excellent and the Right Honourable Dr. Sir Kennedy Simmonds will also take place.
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One Dead, One Injured in Ponds Pasture Shooting

A shooting incident in the Tuckett Street area of Ponds Pasture in Basseterre has left one man in his 30s dead and another in his 40s hospitalized, as police launch a full-scale investigation into what they have classified as a homicide and attempted murder.

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.

Brooklyn Man Charged in Fatal Stabbing of 60-Year-Old Woman in New Road

By: Spokesman Newsroom BASSETERRE, St. Kitts (Thursday 10th April 2025)-The Royal St. Christopher and Nevis...

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.

Nationwide Student Intervention Programme Successfully Interrupts The Spread Of Aggression And Violence Among Youths

This groundbreaking initiative brought together prominent figures and local influencers who participated in primary and secondary school assemblies throughout St. Kitts. These speakers shared words of encouragement and personal life experiences to inspire students and help them make positive life choices.

Premier Brantley Gives Opinion On Disciplinary Action Against Accused Lawyers

"One of the things, for example, that has troubled me is that we have lawyers who are charged with very serious offenses who, I'm told, continue to practice like nothing happened. And whilst I understand that every person is presumed innocent until proven guilty, I can't comprehend how somebody charged with such serious criminal offenses can still be holding themselves out."

PM Drew Applauds Togetherness In National Security Improvement 

“Madame Speaker, we have seen a significant improvement in our security situation. We have seen a significant decrease in crime and violence, and I want to ask our people to continue on that path. Do not allow anybody to draw you out and to make it [appear] as if it doesn’t take all of us to resolve the matter. It takes all of us. And I want to reinforce that point because together as a people we can resolve it…” 

Pregnant Woman Undergoes Emergency For Baby’s Birth Following Violent Home Invasion

A baby's exepected due date was shorted after a 7-month pregant woman underwent emergency surgery following a recent violent home invasion in Nevis.

Prison Official Proceeds on Vacation Following Legal Proceedings Involving Daughter

According to information coming from the police public relations office, Commissioner of Corrections Franklin Dorset is on vacation following the recent legal proceedings involving his daughter, Crown Prosecutor 29-year-old Shantrice Dorset.

PM Drew Discourages “Multitasking” While Driving

“While you're on the phone [and] you're talking, it's as if it's the same effect as drinking and driving. And nobody believes they are distracted because people believe in multitasking. But there's no such thing as multitasking. Scientific evidence shows that when you do multiple things at the same time, nothing receives the full attention it should.”

Plea Negotiations and Agreements Bill, 2024, Successfully Passed Into Law

The Bill, which was presented for debate by Attorney General (AG), the Honourable Garth Wilkin, in the National Assembly on Thursday, January 30, 2025, introduces a structured legal framework for plea negotiations and agreements. Attorney General Wilkin emphasised the significance of the Bill, noting that it aligns with international best practices and regional commitments to criminal justice reform. He highlighted the Needham’s Point Declaration on Criminal Justice Reform, which underscores the necessity of plea bargaining as a tool to expedite case resolution and ensure fairness in judicial processes.

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NCCU inducted into Caribbean Confederation of Credit Unions Hall of Fame

Charlestown, Nevis, September 11, 2025 (NCCU Communications) -- In a poignant moment for members of credit unions in the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis, the Nevis Co-operative Credit Union Limited and a distinguished son of the soil, Mr Melvin Edwards (CSM), were on Monday June 23 this year inducted into the Caribbean Confederation of Credit Unions (CCCU) Digital Hall of Fame.

Saint Kitts and Nevis Celebrates National Heroes Day Tomorrow, September 16

As is the tradition, a ceremony featuring military honours by the St. Kitts and Nevis Defence Force and the Royal St. Christopher and Nevis Police Force will be held at the National Heroes Park at Conaree. The ceremony begins at 8 a.m. and will feature a short programme that concludes with the laying of wreaths at the base of the four statues featured – The late Right Excellencies Sir Robert Bradshaw, Sir C. A. Paul Southwell, Sir Joseph France, and Sir Simeon Daniel. Recognition and special presentation to the only living National Hero, the Right Excellent and the Right Honourable Dr. Sir Kennedy Simmonds will also take place.

De Awesome Navigator Marks 20 Years of Survival, 50 Years of Life

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Patriotism Beyond Colours: Building Togetherness in a Celebrative September

September has come again-a month that stirs in us the deepest currents of national...