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Man rescued from 40-foot well in Long Bay, St Philip after two hours. Residents assist fire officers in hoisting 53-year-old Eric Dookhic from the pit. Emergency personnel called promptly.
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Barbados Water Authority addresses leak on main in Rock Hall North Distribution System, impacting parts of St James, St Peter, and St Lucy. Updates and assistance provided to affected residents.
Fire officials respond to a man falling into a well in Long Bay, St Philip. Incident reported at 3:16 p.m., with the well's top caving in. Nearby residents alerted emergency services.
Man caught dumping garbage near The City sparks concern from local authorities over public health and flood risks. Sanitation Service Authority warns of ongoing illegal dumping in the area.
The Democratic Labour Party's 69th Annual General Conference faced chaos on day two, with police intervention needed to restore order. Controversial motions and leadership changes led to heated debates among members.
