The last day before Christmas brought a hive of activity to Bridgetown and other shopping centres. The search for gifts and other items resulted in a significant increase in sales, while keeping vendors and stores busy. Anesta Henry has the story. Subscribe to CBC Barbados https://www.youtube.com/@cbcbarbados246 Connect with the CBC Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCBARBADOS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcbarbados246 X: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNews #ConnectingBarbadianCommunities

Barbadians are being encouraged to be mindful of fire hazards as they engage in activities to celebrate Christmas. The caution comes from Chief Administrative Officer with the Bajan Fire Fighters Network Glyne Alleyne. Rachelle Agard has that story. Subscribe to CBC Barbados https://www.youtube.com/@cbcbarbados246 Connect with the CBC Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCBARBADOS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcbarbados246 X: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNews #ConnectingBarbadianCommunities

The calculations have been made and the decision has been reached as to who will be the team demoted from the BCA Elite competition, and in to Division One. At the conclusion of the Elite 3-day tournament on Saturday, six teams were fighting to avoid relegation with Superb Blend Gladiola and Spartan the ones in the most trouble. Speaking to CBC Sports, Manager - Marketing & Communications at the Barbados Cricket Association, Stephen Leslie, revealed that the storied club - Spartan - is being demoted. Of note is that although the SigniaGlobe Financial Barbados Youth 'A' actually finished at the bottom of the table with 29 points at an average of -19.925, and without a single win, as per the rules the last-placed team, excluding Barbados Youth, shall be relegated to the 1st Division. For the avoidance of any doubt, if the Barbados Youth is the team with the least number of points at the end of the season, the team which has placed in the position immediately above shall be relegated - so that was the fate of Spartan. Windward will replace them in the Elite Division next season. This is the first time that Spartan is being demoted from the BCA top flight. At the other end of the standings, Wanderers accumulated 97 points and has been crowned the champions of the 2024 BCA Elite 3-day competition. Subscribe to CBC Barbados https://www.youtube.com/@cbcbarbados246 Connect with the CBC Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCBARBADOS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcbarbados246 X: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNews #ConnectingBarbadianCommunities

The University of the West Indies Cave Hill Campus has been spreading some much-needed Christmas cheer to sick children. The institution has donated more than 150 gifts for patients of the Queen Elizabeth Hospital's Paediatric Unit. Deputy Principal Professor Winston Moore, says the items were gifted by staff, students and supporters of UWI Cave Hill, during the recently held 'Christmas at Cave Hill' concert. The Hospital's Chief Executive Officer, Neil Clark, thanked the University for its generosity. Subscribe to CBC Barbados https://www.youtube.com/@cbcbarbados246 Connect with the CBC Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCBARBADOS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcbarbados246 X: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNews #ConnectingBarbadianCommunities

Parents of small children are being told to keep an extra eye on them to ensure they don't get in to unintended trouble. The advice from Consultant Paediatrician with the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Dr. Gillian Birchwood. She says children will explore, and they do so by touching, smelling and tasting things. Dr. Birchwood is also warning parents and guardians to take steps to prevent children from ingesting potentially harmful substances such as alcohol. Subscribe to CBC Barbados https://www.youtube.com/@cbcbarbados246 Connect with the CBC Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCBARBADOS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcbarbados246 X: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNews #ConnectingBarbadianCommunities

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Barbadians with allergies and respiratory conditions are being urged to take all necessary precautions to protect themselves. The advice from Medical Practitioner, Dr. Adrian Lorde as the island continues to be impacted by a plume of Sahara Dust. Subscribe to CBC Barbados https://www.youtube.com/@cbcbarbados246 Connect with the CBC Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCBARBADOS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcbarbados246 X: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNews #ConnectingBarbadianCommunities

The Congress of Trade Unions and Staff Associations of Barbados wants the morals and values which once formed the bedrock of the Barbadian society, to be restored. The call has come from CTUSAB General Secretary, Dennis Depeiza in his Christmas message. He says there seems to be a crisis among young people, characterised by indiscipline, a lack of respect, disregard for law and order, deviant behaviour and crime and violence. CTUSAB is therefore suggesting there must be a limit to the rights extended to people, and specifically children. Subscribe to CBC Barbados https://www.youtube.com/@cbcbarbados246 Connect with the CBC Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCBARBADOS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcbarbados246 X: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNews #ConnectingBarbadianCommunities

Mornin' Barbados - December 24, 2024 Subscribe to CBC Barbados https://www.youtube.com/@cbcbarbados246 Connect with the CBC Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCBARBADOS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcbarbados246 X: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNews #ConnectingBarbadianCommunities

Restaurants are fully booked and ready to deliver on the dining experience expected on Christmas Day. Trevor Thorpe reports. Subscribe to CBC Barbados https://www.youtube.com/@cbcbarbados246 Connect with the CBC Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCBARBADOS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcbarbados246 X: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNews #ConnectingBarbadianCommunities

A mixed response from businesses in Speightstown, St. Peter regarding the expected increase in sales normally associated with the Christmas season. Reporter Rachelle Agard took a trip to the northern town and filed this report. Subscribe to CBC Barbados https://www.youtube.com/@cbcbarbados246 Connect with the CBC Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCBARBADOS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcbarbados246 X: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNews #ConnectingBarbadianCommunities

Chief Medical Officer the Most Honourable Dr. Kenneth George wants Barbadians to be cautious as they celebrate the Yuletide season. In addition to making healthier food choices, Dr. George is urging Barbadians to stay away from activities that would place healthcare professionals, particularly those at the Accident and Emergency Department under pressure. He tells CBC News drivers also need to be extra cautious when using alcohol to avoid any additional fatalities for the year. And with a record number of visitors on the island at this time, the Chief Medical Officer is reminding Barbadians that the busy season here corresponds with the flu season in our northern source markets. Subscribe to CBC Barbados https://www.youtube.com/@cbcbarbados246 Connect with the CBC Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCBARBADOS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcbarbados246 X: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNews #ConnectingBarbadianCommunities

Constituents in St. Michael South in need of assistance will be able to utilise vouchers donated by the Eric Hassell Group of Companies. The vouchers were handed over to the 'Poverty was Charity' which will be responsible for distributing them to the less fortunate. During a brief presentation ceremony, Member of Parliament for the constituency Kirk Humphrey says this is the second time the group is donating the vouchers. Eric Hassell Group Finance Manager Sandra Guy Arthur says the group, which is celebrating 55 years of operation, is committed to supporting the community. Subscribe to CBC Barbados https://www.youtube.com/@cbcbarbados246 Connect with the CBC Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCBARBADOS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcbarbados246 X: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNews #ConnectingBarbadianCommunities

Barbadians are able to purchase their fruits and vegetables to prepare their favourite meals for the Yuletide season. Minister of Agriculture, Food and Nutritional Security Indar Weir tells CBC News the island again has adequate supplies of fruits and vegetables, despite facing shortages in recent months. He adds a boat has recently resumed bringing produce from St. Vincent to Barbados on a weekly basis. Minister Weir says as soon as the new year turns his Ministry will be ramping up efforts to improve food security on the island. Subscribe to CBC Barbados https://www.youtube.com/@cbcbarbados246 Connect with the CBC Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCBARBADOS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcbarbados246 X: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNews #ConnectingBarbadianCommunities

Business at Pelican Island has taken off since its use as a fan zone for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup earlier this year. So says Chief Executive Officer of Export Barbados, Mark Hill. He was a guest on Mornin' Barbados, where he confirmed work to redevelop the venue into three distinct zones continues. Zone one is a dedicated space for food and entertainment and also houses the traditional craft village. On Tuesday, New Year's Eve Q in the Community will be held at Pelican Island. Mr. Hill says there will be the usual Q deejays as well as several live performances. Subscribe to CBC Barbados https://www.youtube.com/@cbcbarbados246 Connect with the CBC Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCBARBADOS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcbarbados246 X: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNews #ConnectingBarbadianCommunities

Visibility across the island is expected to gradually worsen today, as a plume of Sahara dust affects the island. As such, the Barbados Meteorological Services has issued a Significant Dust Haze Advisory. Meteorologist Cherise Brathwaite says the plume will increase in intensity from late tonight into tomorrow Tuesday. During that time, a yellow cast will be visible across the skies. The MET Office is urging people to be cautious as the dust haze affects the island. Subscribe to CBC Barbados https://www.youtube.com/@cbcbarbados246 Connect with the CBC Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCBARBADOS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcbarbados246 X: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNews #ConnectingBarbadianCommunities

With Barbados experiencing a record year for visitor arrivals, water sports remain a popular attraction for many tourists this winter tourist. Our reporter Ackeem Clinkett visited some of the island's beaches and businesses to see how they are doing. Subscribe to CBC Barbados https://www.youtube.com/@cbcbarbados246 Connect with the CBC Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCBARBADOS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcbarbados246 X: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNews #ConnectingBarbadianCommunities

Members of the St. Michael South East constituency came together in a show of camaraderie as children, parents, officials and Member of Parliament Santia Bradshaw all banned together ahead of the Christmas season. And the annual Aunty Santia's Christmas Party was a hit among those in attendance. Rachelle Agard has that story. Subscribe to CBC Barbados https://www.youtube.com/@cbcbarbados246 Connect with the CBC Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCBARBADOS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcbarbados246 X: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNews #ConnectingBarbadianCommunities

Minister of Environment Adrian Forde has given the assurance that garbage collection will return to the usual schedule. Minister Forde made the promise while noting that he had delivered on a promise to Barbadians to provide new garbage trucks before Christmas. And Minister Forde, while apologising to Barbadians for the delay, says he is prepared to work with officials to ensure the outstanding new trucks are on the road next year. Subscribe to CBC Barbados https://www.youtube.com/@cbcbarbados246 Connect with the CBC Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCBARBADOS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcbarbados246 X: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNews #ConnectingBarbadianCommunities

She has done it! Gabrielle Leslie won a record sixth straight Barbados Tennis Association Top Eight Invitational title on Saturday night. Leslie defeated Hannah Chambers 6-0, 6-2 in the women's final to secure the crown, while Xavier Lawrence was also impressive in his 6-2, 6-1 win over Stephen Solcombe in the men's final. Subscribe to CBC Barbados https://www.youtube.com/@cbcbarbados246 Connect with the CBC Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCBARBADOS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcbarbados246 X: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #Barbados #Tennis