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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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Back to School: Shaping Young Minds Beyond the Uniform

From the smallest ones entering day care and kindergarten, to those transitioning into new grades in primary and secondary school, and even those taking the brave step into tertiary education at home or abroad-this season is more than a ritual of books and pencils. It is a reminder of the tremendous responsibility we bear as a society in shaping the next generation.

Motorists Asked To Exercise Caution At Fort Street, Cayon Street Junction Following Lights Malfunction

Police announced on Thursday 28th August 2025 that the signals have been temporarily switched off and are expected to be restored by Tuesday 2nd September.

Back-To-School Ceremony Honors Educators Commitment And Excellence

The Ministry of Education officially launched the new academic year with a back-to-school ceremony held under the theme “Transforming Education Through Self-Renewal, Holistic Partnership and Digital Solutions on Monday, August 25. The event dedicated to teachers and educators served as a moment of reflection, motivation, and preparation for the year ahead.

Premier Brantley affirms All Lands Involved in Proposed Special Sustainability Zone are Privately Owned

During his August 25 national address, the Premier explained that the sales taking place along the South Coast are strictly private transactions between landowners and purchasers, with no involvement from the government.

SKAVA Youth Athletes Participate in CAZOVA U18 Beach Volleyball Development Camp

Four young volleyballers – Shaylee Pinney (16), Celina Alwani (14), Troy Shwamber (12), and Vansh Aidasani (13) – are currently in Tobago representing St. Kitts and Nevis at the Caribbean Zonal Volleyball Association (CAZOVA) U18 Beach Volleyball Development Camp and Tournament, taking place from August 27–30.

Sandy Point Benevolent Society Celebrates Distinguished Honorees at 2025 Annual Awards Banquet

SPBS President Dr. Stewart Williams remarked: “Each year, we come together not only to celebrate the accomplishments of our honorees but to remind ourselves of the power of giving back. These remarkable individuals show us that when we invest in others, we strengthen our community and create opportunities for generations to come.

Police On Cannabis Plants: Anything Beyond Legal limits Is Considered Illegal

“Our Anti-Narcotics Unit carried out a major contraband destruction session, eliminating thousands of cannabis plants through controlled burning. The exercise underscored the strength and determination of the RSCNPF in protecting our communities, dismantling the illegal drug trade, and ensuring that harmful substances and items do not make their way back into our streets. By standing firm against illegal activity, we are creating safer neighbourhoods, securing our nation’s future, and showing that crime will not prevail in St. Kitts and Nevis.”

Distinguished Academic and Open Knowledge Advocate Announced as Featured Speaker for 27th Prime Minister’s Lecture Series

The Organising Committee for the 42nd Anniversary of Independence is proud to announce that Ms. Willa Liburd Tavernier, a distinguished attorney-at-law, academic librarian and global advocate for equitable knowledge access, will be the featured speaker for the 27th Prime Minister’s Lecture Series.

Milestone Appointment Strengthens Saint Kitts and Nevis’ Role in Global Telecommunications Leadership

The Federal Ministry of Information, Communications, and Technology and Posts in Saint Kitts and Nevis proudly announces that its Permanent Secretary, Cheryleann Pemberton, has been appointed as the Second Vice Chair of the Executive Committee of the Commonwealth Telecommunications Organisation (CTO).

Dr. Douglas Highlights Osaka Expo 2025 as Key Platform for Global Partnerships and Sustainable Investment

DR. DOUGLAS HIGHLIGHTS OSAKA EXPO 2025 AS KEY PLATFORM FOR GLOBAL PARTNERSHIPS AND SUSTAINABLE INVESTMENT

Saint Kitts and Nevis Hosts Workshop on the Treaty of San José to Bolster Maritime Security and Counter Drug Trafficking

The Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis, in collaboration with the CARICOM Implementation Agency for Crime and Security (IMPACS) and the Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) of the U.S. Department of State, is hosting a two-day Consultative Workshop on the Treaty of San José.

Weather Expert Burke: ‘We are not trying to be God…’

Senior Meteorological Officer Elmo Burke is urging members of the public to always pay close attention to all advisories issued during the hurricane season, as he dismissed a common mistaken belief that weather experts are “trying to be God.”

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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.