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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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“A New Era of Healthcare in St. Kitts and Nevis” – Prime Minister Drew On MRI Facility & CT Scan at JNF Hospital

Prime Minister and Minister of Health et al., the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, accompanied by officials from the Ministry of Health and the Public Works Department, made a special visit to the site of the MRI facility currently under construction at the Joseph N. France (JNF) General Hospital. This transformative project is set to revolutionize healthcare services in St. Kitts and Nevis, positioning the Federation as a regional leader in medical technology and patient care.

Medical Doctor To Men: Take Health Checks Seriously

Speaking on the “In Focus” programme-produced by the St.Kitts and Nevis Information Service- aired live on Wednesday 20th November 2024 in observance of International Men’s Day [commemorated on 19 November yearly], Dr. Ofre, the National HIV/AIDS Programme Coordinator, addressed the widespread reluctance among men to visit doctors, a trend he described as both troubling and preventable.

Lobby at The JNF General Hospital Fully Renovated to a More Welcoming Space For All 

After a year of extensive work, led by The Cable, the Foyer at the Joseph N. France (JNF) General Hospital has been completely transformed into a more inviting and welcoming space, with enhanced lighting and significant upgrades to the overall aesthetics of the facility.

New Screening Equipment at J. N. France Hospital Aims to Reduce Major Surgeries for Colon Cancer

Residents of St. Kitts and Nevis over the age of 45 years and others with a family history of cancer, are strongly encouraged to get screened for colon cancer.

Upcoming Endoscopic Surgeons Conference In November To Build Capacity In The Medical Fraternity In St. Kitts and Nevis

Members of the medical fraternity in St. Kitts and Nevis will soon be exposed to the latest trends, patient-care strategies and technological breakthroughs in the field of endoscopy, when the twin-island Federation hosts the Caribbean Society of Endoscopic Surgeons’ Twelfth Annual Scientific Conference from November 14 – 16, 2024.

Medical Doctor: Family History Not Always a Predictor for Breast Cancer

Dr. Osborne explained how breast cancer starts with abnormal cell growth in the ducts or lobules of the breast tissue. “So what happens here?” she asked, adding “There’s some sort of mutation or abnormal change. So the cells don’t look like they normally do. They start multiplying rapidly and they do not die.” 

Ministry of Health in St. Kitts Moving Closer to Offering MRI and CT Scan Services at the JNF General Hospital

Prime Minister and Minister of Health, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, is pleased with the progress being made on the construction of the new Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) facility on the compound of the Joseph N. France General.

Doctor Urges Men to Get Checked for Testicular Swelling 

Local medical practitioner Dr. Natalie Osborne is urging men to take testicular health seriously and not to overlook any unusual swelling or discomfort in the region. 

Diabetes Association to Address Importance Of Eating Well

“It’s crucial for people to understand how their diet can directly impact their health, and we’ll have experts to break it down. We’ll be focusing on the importance of proper nutrition in managing diabetes,” said medical practitioner Dr. Reginald O'Loughlin, Public Relations Officer of the St. Kitts Diabetes Association during an interview with this media house on Thursday 5th September 2024.

St. Kitts and Nevis Checks Box for Ban of Single-use Plastics

The announced ban on single-use plastics in St. Kitts and Nevis will bring the twin-island Federation one step closer to becoming a sustainable island state, and is in keeping with previous actions taken by other member states of the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS).

St. Kitts and Nevis’ Nursing and Midwifery Services Unveils Five-year Strategic Plan to Enhance Healthcare Delivery

During a historic ceremony today (April 10, 2024), the Ministry of Health facilitated the launch of the St. Kitts and Nevis Nursing and Midwifery Strategic Plan 2024-2028, marking a significant milestone in the journey towards advancing healthcare excellence in the Federation.

Successfully Passed Medical Laboratories Bill, 2024, to Set New Standards in Health and Industry in St. Kitts and Nevis

Senior Minister and Minister of International Trade and Consumer Affairs, the Right Honourable Dr. Denzil Douglas, expressed strong support for the newly passed Medical Laboratories Bill, 2024, during the sitting of Parliament, on March 26. This pivotal legislation aims to establish the Medical Laboratories Council and provide for the licensing, monitoring, and inspection of medical laboratory operations, amongst other related matters.

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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.