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Man Shot in Early Morning Attack on Dickenson Bay Street
A man was injured after a masked gunman approached his vehicle and fired a single shot on Dickenson Bay Street in the early hours of yesterday morning. Police responded to the scene around 4:00 a.m.
Two Mc Pond Residents Remanded on Murder Charge in Death of Sheldon Dias
Two Mc Pond, All Saints residents — Kyle Taylor, 29, and Candace Sawyers, 30 — have been remanded to His Majesty's Prison after being charged with the murder of 35-year-old Sheldon Dias. The charges relate to an incident on June 5th in their village.
Lions Club and Cool & Smooth Store Donate Refrigerator to Boost Church Feeding Programme
The Lions Club of Antigua and Cool & Smooth Store have donated an EC $8,500 refrigerator to the Zion Church of God in St John's, bolstering the church's feeding programme that has served the community for over 35 years.
Antigua and Barbuda's Ocean Space Eleven Times Its Landmass, Blue Economy Official Says
A senior Blue Economy official says Antigua and Barbuda's ocean space is nearly eleven times larger than its landmass but remains largely untapped. The remarks came as the Department of the Blue Economy marked World Ocean Day with outreach aimed at schoolchildren.
Ministers Meet Sustainable Markets Initiative Reps in CHOGM 2026 Preparation
Ministers Rawdon Turner and Kiz Johnson met with Sustainable Markets Initiative representatives to discuss collaboration opportunities tied to Antigua and Barbuda's sustainable development goals ahead of CHOGM 2026.
ABNAB Defends Fee Hike, Cites Rising Costs and Expanded Mandate
The Antigua and Barbuda National Accreditation Board has justified a recent increase in service fees, with Executive Director Sharon Kelsick citing rising training costs, expanded responsibilities, and operational funding challenges as the key drivers.
PM Browne Pays Tribute to Antigua and Barbuda's Centenarians During Annual Celebrations
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has honoured Antigua and Barbuda's centenarians during the annual Centenarian Week celebrations, describing them as living treasures whose sacrifices helped shape the modern nation.
Government Promises Sweeping Legislative Reforms on Policing, Cybercrime and Border Security
The government has promised a wide-ranging legislative agenda this parliamentary term, covering policing, cybercrime, workplace harassment, nursing homes, and border security, as outlined in the Throne Speech. Commentators have welcomed the plans but cautioned that effective enforcement will be key to their success.
Living Wage for Antigua and Barbuda Still Years Away, Experts Warn
A panel on Observer Media's Big Issues program has warned that a living wage for Antigua and Barbuda, while achievable, remains years away from implementation despite being a key pledge in this year's Throne Speech.
Man On Trial for Armed Robbery Faces New Break-In Charges
Tristan Armstrong, 34, who is currently on trial for armed robbery in the High Court, has been arrested and charged with breaking into a store on lower All Saints Road. He now faces five additional charges, including Resisting Arrest and Escaping Lawful Custody.
Four Men Charged Over $3M Cannabis Haul in One of Antigua's Largest Drug Seizures
Four men have been charged in connection with a seizure of more than 1,200 pounds of cannabis valued at over EC$3 million, marking one of the largest drug busts in Antigua and Barbuda's recent history.
AUA Donates Whiteboards and Flip Charts to ABCAS Ahead of New Academic Year
The American University of Antigua has donated 20 whiteboards and flip charts to the Antigua and Barbuda College of Advanced Studies, with much of the supply directed toward the college's new School of Agriculture ahead of the upcoming academic year.
Antigua's Post Office and Customs Join Regional Summit to Strengthen Operations
Antigua and Barbuda's postal and customs departments are sending a cross-agency delegation to a regional operational summit in San Salvador from June 8th to 11th, as reported by Antigua Observer. The conference aims to improve international shipping workflows and bolster regional border security.
Bottle Cap Mural Outside ARG Builds Momentum for CHOGM 2026
Organisers of a bottle cap mural outside the Antigua Recreation Grounds are inviting residents and diplomats to contribute to the artwork as part of efforts to build public awareness and excitement ahead of CHOGM 2026.
Sandals Foundation, Hands Across the Sea Bring Literacy Support to Over 1,000 Antiguan Students
The Sandals Foundation and literacy nonprofit Hands Across the Sea have expanded their partnership to deliver targeted literacy support to more than 1,000 students in Antigua. The initiative aims to strengthen reading skills and build confidence among young learners across the Eastern Caribbean.
Buckley's Primary Students Win National Art Contest, Designs Featured on Ocean Mural
Two Buckley's Primary School students have taken top prizes in a national art competition, with their winning designs unveiled as a public mural by the Department of the Blue Economy on World Ocean Day.
Heat-Related Cases Rise as Doctor Warns of Dangerous Temperatures Ahead
The vice president of the Medical Association of Antigua and Barbuda is already treating patients for dehydration and heat-related symptoms, as the El Niño phenomenon drives warnings of even higher temperatures in the coming months.
Commonwealth Observers Urge Urgent Constituency Boundary Reform After April 2026 Elections
The Commonwealth Observer Group has released its final report on Antigua and Barbuda's April 2026 general elections, praising the peaceful conduct of the polls while renewing calls for urgent reform of constituency boundaries — an issue first raised in 2023.
UPP Calls for Parliamentary Committee to Oversee Citizenship by Investment Programme
The Opposition UPP is demanding Parliament establish a new oversight committee with witness-summoning powers to scrutinise the Citizenship by Investment Programme, saying no one is currently holding the government accountable.
Antiguan Teen Jewel Andrew Named in West Indies T20I Squad to Face Sri Lanka
Antiguan teenage batting talent Jewel Andrew has earned a call-up to the West Indies T20I squad for the three-match series against Sri Lanka, beginning Thursday at Sabina Park in Jamaica. The rising star was also recently drafted by the St. Lucia Kings for the 2026 Caribbean Premier League.