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Breaking stories and community coverage from across Barbados.
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Asif Iqbal Padmore faces $31,000 in fines or nearly five years in prison for illegal firearm, ammunition, and drug offenses. Justice Blair emphasized the seriousness of the charges during sentencing.
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Barbados secures €100 million loan from the European Investment Bank for clean water, wastewater treatment, flood prevention projects in the Caribbean. Joint initiative with Caribbean Development Bank benefits 14 countries.
High Court judge imposes six life sentences on Campus Trendz killer Jamar DeWayne Bynoe for the murder of six women in a firebombing incident. Minimum 55 years before parole consideration. Appeals rejected.
Barbadian health campaigner Sharon Cadogan emphasizes the need for broader cancer awareness beyond breast cancer, urging attention to ovarian and colon cancers. Testimonies from cancer survivors underscore the importance of inclusive support.
St Paul’s Primary teachers give Ministry of Education a chance to address environmental issues affecting school, expressing health concerns over air quality and previous problems with odour and mould.
