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Rotary Club of Liamuiga Hosts 19th Annual Primary School Spelling Bee

The Rotary Club of Liamuiga proudly hosted its 19th Annual Primary School Spelling Bee Competition on Thursday, October 23, 2025, continuing its long-standing commitment to literacy and youth development across St. Kitts and Nevis. The event, held at the Sir Cecil Jacobs Auditorium, brought together some of the island’s brightest young minds in a spirited showcase of spelling skill, confidence, and composure.

Two Key Financial Bills Passed Unanimously in the Nevis Island Assembly

The Nevis Limited Liability Company Ordinance (Amendment) Bill, 2025, and the Nevis Business Corporation Ordinance (Amendment) Bill, 2025, were passed unanimously during a sitting of the Nevis Island Assembly on November 06, 2025. The two Bills, first introduced on September 25, 2025, by the Honourable Premier Mark Brantley, Minister of Finance in the Nevis Island Administration (NIA), aim to strengthen the legislative framework of Nevis’ financial services sector. The amendments enhance transparency and ensure company records remain accurate, up to date, and fully compliant with international standards.
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Major Breakthrough: St. Kitts and Nevis Reports 19% Overall Crime Decrease After 90-Day Campaign

Launched on September 6, 2024, the campaign aimed to address the root causes of crime using a public health approach and foster holistic, community-driven solutions. The results demonstrate significant progress, including a notable 19% reduction in overall reported crimes and a substantial 66% decrease in firearm-related homicides.

Prime Minister Dr. Drew Lauds Success of the 90-day Campaign Against Crime and Violence; Calls for the Continued Holistic Approach to the Problem

Prime Minister, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, has lauded the Citizen Security Secretariat for its successful execution of the all-inclusive 90-Day Campaign Against Crime and Violence from a Public Health Perspective that has yielded significant insights into the root causes of crime and identified comprehensive measures to address the issue.

STATEMENT re: Allegations Of Non-Communication By Former Prime Minister

The Royal St. Christopher and Nevis Police Force (RSCNPF) wishes to address recent statements...

Three Workers Accosted During Robbery

A police spokesperson has informed that three workers were accosted during a recent on the job armed robbery incident in the west Basseterre community.

Two Charged for Gun & Drug Possession on Nevis

The Royal St. Christopher and Nevis Police Force (RSCNPF) continues to make steady, positive strides in the public’s interest and the maintenance of safety and security in the Federation. On October 4th, 2024, a combined total of six (6) charges were laid against Shavere Hanley of Hamilton, and Kylah Wallace of Bath Village, both of Nevis. The charges stem from the execution of a search warrant on October 2nd, 2024, at Mr Hanley’s residence. The search was jointly conducted by the RSCNPF and the St. Kitts - Nevis Defence Force (SKNDF). 

Cayon Shooting Incident under Police Investigation

The Police are investigating a shooting incident that occurred in Bryson, Cayon, St. Kitts, between 7PM and 7:30PM on October 1st, 2024. Initial inquiries revealed that two males, Kareem Jeffers and Nicholas Johnson, both residents of Ponds Pasture, were driving down a dirt road towards the island main road, when they were fired upon by unidentified assailants.

AG Says Sorry About Tone, Not Passion 

Many didn’t like my tone. Others liked my tone. Everyone is entitled to their opinions. To those who felt I was rude, threatening, dictatorial, or intimidating in my tone, that was not my intention whatsoever, and to those people, I unreservedly apologize,” 

Premier Brantley Comments On AG’s Social Media Speech

Premier Mark Brantley, has weighed in on recent comments made by Attorney General Garth Wilkin in Parliament indicating that language aside, he agrees with the principle of the matter spoken about. 

CRIME HARBOURERS…

Commissioner of Police James Sutton has issued a warning to citizens, including parents, who assist or harbor criminals and illegal activities that they would be held responsible.

Autopsy: Uncle, Nephew Die From Head Gunshots 

Autopsies have confirmed that the recent deaths of 30-year-old Devon Parris and his 9-year-old nephew, J'Marni Smithen, were due to severe cranioencephalic trauma caused by gunshot wounds to the head. 

Gun, Ammunition Handed In Days Into Amnesty Period 

In a recent update from the Royal St. Christopher and Nevis Police Force (RSCNPF), it was reported that one firearm with ammunition were surrendered eight days into the gun amnesty period.

PM Drew Calls For Public Health Approach to Crime

Prime Minister and Minister of National Security, Dr. Terrance Drew, is echoing his call for a transformative shift in addressing crime and violence by treating it as a public health matter as a holistic approach in the fight against crime and violence.

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Rotary Club of Liamuiga Hosts 19th Annual Primary School Spelling Bee

The Rotary Club of Liamuiga proudly hosted its 19th Annual Primary School Spelling Bee Competition on Thursday, October 23, 2025, continuing its long-standing commitment to literacy and youth development across St. Kitts and Nevis. The event, held at the Sir Cecil Jacobs Auditorium, brought together some of the island’s brightest young minds in a spirited showcase of spelling skill, confidence, and composure.

Two Key Financial Bills Passed Unanimously in the Nevis Island Assembly

The Nevis Limited Liability Company Ordinance (Amendment) Bill, 2025, and the Nevis Business Corporation Ordinance (Amendment) Bill, 2025, were passed unanimously during a sitting of the Nevis Island Assembly on November 06, 2025. The two Bills, first introduced on September 25, 2025, by the Honourable Premier Mark Brantley, Minister of Finance in the Nevis Island Administration (NIA), aim to strengthen the legislative framework of Nevis’ financial services sector. The amendments enhance transparency and ensure company records remain accurate, up to date, and fully compliant with international standards.

Master Class In Cultural Instruments Facilitates The Emergence Of More Folklore Musicians

The Department of Cultural Heritage continues to address issues raised by cultural practitioners, in this instance, filling the need for more traditional cultural music by facilitating a Cultural Instrument Master Class that began November 01, 2025. The Master Class will run for seven weeks at the Dr. William Connor Primary School every Saturday until December 20.  Participants are being taught how to play the kettle drum by Devon Nisbett and Russle Jarvis, the Bass Drum by Alarick Gumbs and the Fife by Wayne Simmonds.

Joy And Togetherness Outpoured At “We Village Dat – St. Peter’s”

Wednesday, October 29, 2025 was a day of celebration, togetherness and spontaneity when dozens of residents of the Parish of St. Peter came out to reminisce, recall and regroup at the Cultural Heritage coordinated We Village Dat, the St. Peter’s edition. The community upbuilding event brought St. Peter’s residents together, passing on the history to younger ones in attendance and fostering a sense of pride in the accomplishments of the community’s nation-builders.