CABINET PRESS BRIEFING (Friday October 25th 2024)

ANTIGUA BARBUDA TODAY (Friday October 25th 2024)

Antigua and Barbuda will be battling to remain in League B in their final 2 matches in the CONCACAF Nations League next month. Joel Rayne explains.

Antigua and Barbuda began their title defence in the ECVA Men's Indoor Volleyball Championship with a straight set victory over St Eustatius Wednesday night. Sharife Sergeant reports.

There is a major plan to replace the sculpture of National Hero Prince Klaas in time for Antigua and Barbuda's 45th anniversary of independence in 2026. Director for City Planning and Urban Renewal, Saiid Greene is spearheading the replacement project.

Patriotism, pride and a powerful message of peace were the highlights of the 2024 National Youth Rally. Students delivered a strong 'no violence' campaign with vibrant colours and school spirit flooding the stands at Sir Vivian Richards Stadium. Jamie J. Roacher reports.

The Government is to engage in consultations with key stakeholders as part of plans to extend school hours in public schools. A pilot programme for this extension could be launched as early as next year, with culture expected to be a major linchpin of the extended hours. Shannakisha Francis reports.

ANTIGUA BARBUDA TODAY (Thursday October 24th 2024)

NATIONAL YOUTH RALLY - SPECIAL DRILLS - CHEERLEADING & DJ COMPETITIONS (Thursday October 24th 2024)

West Indies lost their second series on tour of Sri Lanka, after the hosts sealed a 5-wicket win in the second One Day International on Wednesday to take the 3-match series. The match was reduced to 44 overs a side due to rain. Joel Rayne reports.

St Lucia are cock-a-hoop after securing their third straight title in the Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Association Women's Indoor Championship. Sharife Sergeant reports.

A Sea View Farm family needs the public’s assistance, after fire ravaged their home Wednesday afternoon. The family of five has been left with only the clothes on their backs. Terry Andrew reports.

The first set of equipment being procured by the Government to improve the country's roads will begin arriving between the end of October and early November. Director of Public Works, Aldin Crump provided the update during an exclusive interview with ABS News on Wednesday, assuring he is committed to transforming the country's roads and drains. Garfield Burford reports.

The Physical Planning Act is to be amended to include a revised building code. Officials from the Development Control Authority say a comprehensive report is expected to be presented to cabinet within months. Theresa Goodwin reports.

The Public Works Department says Long street will be first on its list of roadways in the capital for major sidewalk improvements. Director of Public Works, Aldin Crump provided the update during an exclusive interview with ABS News.

ABS EVENING NEWS LOCAL SEGMENT WEATHER REPORT 23.10.2024

ABS MIDDAY NEWS (Wednesday October 23rd 2024)

ANTIGUA BARBUDA TODAY (Wednesday October 23rd 2024)

Attorney General and Public Safety Minister, Hon. Sir Steadroy Benjamin has praised the work ethic of Police Welfare Association Chairman, Corporal Marilyn Harris. He called for her to be promoted, during his presentation at the opening ceremony for the Caribbean Federation of Police Welfare Associations, being hosted by Antigua and Barbuda.

Two residents of Jolly Harbour have made a major donation of a vehicle to the Bolans Police Station. The handover was made at Police Headquarters Tuesday morning. Shannakisha Francis reports.