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Breaking stories and community coverage from across Barbados.
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Belmont Primary School students will receive new sporting footwear through a partnership with Dr Janal Browne and The Athlete’s Foot, enhancing their netball team's resources.
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Government officials express alarm over rising polydrug use among youth, combining over-the-counter medications and illicit substances, leading to serious health risks and illegal supply routes.
Guyana's Prime Minister Mark Phillips stressed the importance of resilience as a measure of economic strength and investor confidence during the launch of the Caribbean Conference on Comprehensive Disaster Management.
A new bill aims to strengthen the regulation of medicines in Barbados, focusing on preventing counterfeit drugs and reducing dependence on imports, as discussed by Minister of Health Senator Lisa Cummins.
A seven-week agricultural pilot at Frederick Smith Secondary School has successfully engaged 15 at-risk boys, enhancing their attendance and practical skills through hydroponic farming and entrepreneurial activities.
