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Drone Survey Uncovers 17 Promising Groundwater Sites Across Saint Kitts

The report from the survey conducted across Saint Kitts was presented to the Water Services Department on October 06, 2025. At the Sitting of the National Assembly on Friday, October 17, 2025, Minister of Public Infrastructure, the Honourable Konris Maynard, shared that 17 sites have been identified with the promise to provide potable water – that is, water safe for consumption.

SKELEC Bids Farewell to Corporate Communications Manager Ms. Patrice Harris

Since joining SKELEC in 2020, Ms. Harris has played a pivotal role in reshaping the company’s corporate image. Through strategic branding, community engagement, and innovative communications, she successfully modernized SKELEC’s public presence, making it more relatable, and customer-focused. Her efforts helped build stronger trust between the company and the public, and positioned SKELEC as a forward-thinking utility provider in the region.
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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.”

Sugar Mas Monarch Closes Six-Year Placement Gap At Leeward Islands Calypso Competition

In a celebratory note, the St. Kitts-Nevis Carnival Committee shared a fun fact on its official Facebook page: “This would be the first time that St. Kitts has placed in competition since 2019.”

Environment Officer: Customer Complaints Helping To Enforce Second Phase Plastic Ban

“I must applaud the public and stakeholders. Like I said, they've been working with us and most persons have been complying although we have some not, and we welcome it because we tell the stores and the business places ‘listen, it is the customers you guys hand these things to that call us and they let us know that you guys are still …breaking the law’.”

“Ah miss me child…” Says Janelika Romney’s Father 

“Ah miss me child and a wish she coulda been here wid me.” So said grieving father Janel Romney during an exclusive interview with this media house at a ‘March For Justice’ event held in Basseterre on Friday 1st August 2025 in memory of 15-year-old murder victim Janelika Romney- organized by Silence No More, a local group advocating against gender-based violence.

Jump in Salute of Freedom – Not Just for Entertainment

How many of us truly understand the reason behind our Emancipation holiday here in St. Kitts and Nevis-and by extension, the wider Caribbean?

Honouring Fathers: So Many Are Unsung Heroes in Our Lives

While Mother’s Day often brings a natural outpouring of love and celebration, Father’s Day unfortunately tends to be met with less enthusiasm and recognition. This disparity is often chalked up to the presence of absent or neglectful fathers-those ‘bad apples’ who have, regrettably, cast a shadow over the entire barrel. But it is neither fair nor wise to let a few unfortunate examples overshadow the countless men who show up every single day with love, patience, sacrifice, and strength for their children.

Nevis Signs Onto the Gustavia Appeal in Support of Regional Cooperation in Waste Management

Premier Brantley signed the Letter of Intent during the 7th Annual CARIBAVIA Conference held in St. Barths from June 10-12, 2025. The conference gathered regional leaders, environmental advocates, and aviation stakeholders to address shared challenges and explore cooperative opportunities.

Despite progress, child labour still affects 138 million children globally

New report shows an almost 50 per cent reduction since start of century, but world fails to reach elimination targets.

Construction Starts On New Basseterre High School

“It gives me tremendous pride and heartfelt joy to announce that construction has officially commenced on the new Basseterre High School-a transformational step forward in the education landscape of St. Kitts and Nevis,” stated Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Education Dr. Geoffrey Hanley.

Autism Expert Talks About Negative Societal Reactions On Families

“Somebody walked by this family and said ‘Do you want me to help you beat them?’ and the man said ‘Well she has autism, so this is okay, this is how she reacts', and they said, ‘That’s not how any child should react’.”

Environment Officer Advises: Follow That ‘Do Not Microwave’ Instruction For Health Reasons

Senior Environment Officer Dr. Elrick Francis is sounding the alarm on the health dangers of using Styrofoam containers, particularly when reheated in a microwave, warning that the chemicals released during this process can be harmful to the human body.

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Drone Survey Uncovers 17 Promising Groundwater Sites Across Saint Kitts

The report from the survey conducted across Saint Kitts was presented to the Water Services Department on October 06, 2025. At the Sitting of the National Assembly on Friday, October 17, 2025, Minister of Public Infrastructure, the Honourable Konris Maynard, shared that 17 sites have been identified with the promise to provide potable water – that is, water safe for consumption.

SKELEC Bids Farewell to Corporate Communications Manager Ms. Patrice Harris

Since joining SKELEC in 2020, Ms. Harris has played a pivotal role in reshaping the company’s corporate image. Through strategic branding, community engagement, and innovative communications, she successfully modernized SKELEC’s public presence, making it more relatable, and customer-focused. Her efforts helped build stronger trust between the company and the public, and positioned SKELEC as a forward-thinking utility provider in the region.

Nevisian businesswoman Shobaina Prince wins Taiwan ICDF Entrepreneurial Elite Pitch Competition

Nevisian entrepreneur Shobaina Prince, owner of Native Radiance, has been named winner of the Entrepreneurial Elite Pitch Competition, hosted under the Taiwan International Cooperation and Development Fund’s (ICDF) Women’s Employment, Entrepreneurship, and Financial Inclusion (WEEEFI) Project.

Ministry Of Agriculture Turns World Food Day’s 2025 Message Into Meaningful Action

The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Marine Resources continued its tradition of community outreach by partnering with the St. Christopher Outreach Center to provide hot, nutritious meals to members of the community at its annual luncheon on Friday, October 17, 2025.