Leaders from Barbados and the Caribbean will converge in Guyana next week for the 46th Regular Meeting of CARICOM Heads of Government. The meeting takes place from February 25th to 28th. Secretary General Dr. Carla Barnett says the Heads will focus on issues critical to deepening regional integration and advancing the 15 member blocs interests in the global arena. Subscribe to CBC News: http://www.youtube.com/cbcbarbados Connect with the CBC News Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCNews.bb/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcnewsbarbados Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNewsNight

Moved by what it sees as a broken society and in a bid to retain its numbers the local Methodist church is working to get more Barbadians back into church. It will be doing so through the James Street Come Back to Church campaign. Superintendent Minister of the James Street-Speightstown Circuit Reverend Derrick Richards says it will be a journey, that will not only enhance lives but the community. Reverend Richards who is also Bishop of the South Caribbean District of the Methodist Church in the Caribbean and Americas, says the church intends to focus on children and the youth. Speaking on Mornin' Barbados he said music and the arts will be utilised as part of the outreach. Meanwhile, Reverend Nicholas Chambers says the church recognises the world has changed and it has to as well. He says it will also be building on relationships with other organisations in Barbados. Subscribe to CBC News: cbcbarbados Connect with the CBC News Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCNews.bb/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcnewsbarb... Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNewsNight #ThisIsWhoWeAre

Schoolchildren are being encouraged to attend Agrofest even though it falls during the mid-term break. It is believed this is perhaps the best time since it won't disrupt school activities. Chief Executive Officer of the Barbados Agricultural Society James Paul addressed the sponsors and exhibitors at a site meeting at Queen's Park. After observing one minute's silence for the passing of agricultural stalwarts Gregory 'Big G' Yearwood and Alvin Romeo, the Agriculture official told the gathering new elements have been added to Agrofest 2024 and it is a show for everyone. Subscribe to CBC News: cbcbarbados Connect with the CBC News Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCNews.bb/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcnewsbarb... Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNewsNight #ThisIsWhoWeAre

It's almost a done deal for Gooding House Eagles, to be crowned champions of the Patrick Frost Lodge School Inter-House Sports Day. With the 800 and 1500 metres to be completed, the Eagles have a 135-point lead on the rest of the houses. They have 897.1 points, ahead of Wedderburn Phoenix at 762.3, Emptage third in 714.9, followed by Laboarde Lions at 542.4 and Codrington Tigers at 430.2. Ann-Marie Burke takes a look at the sprints. Subscribe to CBC News: cbcbarbados Connect with the CBC News Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCNews.bb/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcnewsbarb... Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNewsNight #ThisIsWhoWeAre

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The Lions Club of St. Michael - Valentine’s Raffle Draw 2024 Connect with the CBC Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCBARBADOS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcbarbados246 Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #LionsClub #Raffle

The Lodge School and Queen's College are set to clash tomorrow at the Wildey Gym to decide the National Sports Council Girls' Basketball title. QC booked their spot in the final by defeating Christ Church Foundation 35 to 15, while Lodge beat Springer Memorial 48 to 21. CBC's Anmar Goodridge-Boyce has that semi-final action. Subscribe to CBC News: http://www.youtube.com/cbcbarbados Connect with the CBC News Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCNews.bb/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcnewsbarbados Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNewsNight

Scores of Barbadians took to Bridgetown to search for that special Valentine's Day gift and City merchants are happy about that as they report that sales have gone well. Trevor Thorpe has more. Subscribe to CBC News: http://www.youtube.com/cbcbarbados Connect with the CBC News Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCNews.bb/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcnewsbarbados Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNewsNight

Ash Wednesday service was special today for the little ones from the Joan Arundell Nursery in Bay Street. Wendy Burke tells us that the Rector at St. Paul's Anglican Church Reverend Erma Ambrose believes it to be the most powerful time in the year. Subscribe to CBC News: http://www.youtube.com/cbcbarbados Connect with the CBC News Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCNews.bb/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcnewsbarbados Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNewsNight

Head of the Barbados Alliance to End Homelessness Kemar Saffrey says they are encountering a strange situation, where some people are actually trying to book ahead specific time frames in the shelter, in anticipation of becoming homeless. He made the comment as the Alliance hosted a discussion at the Courtney Blackman Grand Salle of the Central Bank on the topic of 'The Impact of Homelessness on Bridgetown". Mr. Saffrey says under the circumstances there's a need to re-evaluate the social services in the island since the shelter and its staff are limited in what they can do to help the increasing number of people going on the streets for different reasons. Subscribe to CBC News: http://www.youtube.com/cbcbarbados Connect with the CBC News Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCNews.bb/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcnewsbarbados Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNewsNight

The two new Opposition Senators, Tricia Watson and Ryan Walters, were officially welcomed into the Senate this morning at the beginning of the proceedings in the Chamber. They replace Drs. Kristina Hinds and Chelston Brathwaite who were appointed as the 2 additional Independent Senators by the President in the absence of an Opposition after the last general election. In their opening words, they both pledged to make robust contributions to the various debates. Subscribe to CBC News: http://www.youtube.com/cbcbarbados Connect with the CBC News Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCNews.bb/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcnewsbarbados Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNewsNight

The Gastroenterology Department of the Queen Elizabeth Hospital now has much-needed new equipment thanks to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. The donation which is part of $712,000 given by the church to the medical institution has helped to clear some of the equipment needs which were a priority. Wendy Burke tells us more. Subscribe to CBC News: cbcbarbados Connect with the CBC News Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCNews.bb/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcnewsbarb... Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNewsNight #ThisIsWhoWeAre

Today Ash Wednesday begins the Lenten journey for Christians in Barbados and around the world. Believers are expected to observe the Lenten period with self-sacrifice, and other religious activities leading up to Easter - the day believed to be when Jesus Christ rose from the dead. Services are being held throughout the day across the various Christian denominations. From as early as 6:30 this morning, worshippers converged at the St. Dominic's Roman Catholic Church in Maxwell, Christ Church where prayers were offered by Father Andy Nyga. He wants the Lenten season to be one where people return to the Father. Subscribe to CBC News: cbcbarbados Connect with the CBC News Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCNews.bb/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcnewsbarb... Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNewsNight #ThisIsWhoWeAre

Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs Dale Marshall says businesses and entities Government have engaged with on the Labour Clauses (Concessions) Bill 2024 support workers' rights and are in support of minimum standards. He joined the Debate on the legislation as he questioned the lack of support from Opposition Leader Ralph Thorne. Subscribe to CBC News: http://www.youtube.com/cbcbarbados Connect with the CBC News Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCNews.bb/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcnewsbarbados Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNewsNight

Opportunities abound for Barbadians to capitalise on the relationship forged between the Barbados Community College and the U.S.-based Delaware State University. Through the partnership, degrees in education leadership will be on offer. Assistant Dean, School of Graduate, Adult and Extended Studies at Delaware State University, Dr. Terry Jefferies revealed citizens need not travel to the U.S. to pursue the degree but can stay on island. She told CBC TV8's Mornin' Barbados further insight will be provided during informative sessions this week. Senior Vice President, Strategic Enrollment Management and International Affairs, Dr. Antonio Boyle - a Barbadian national has been central in forging the partnership He says Delaware State University has been assisting in the upliftment of its students through its courses. Subscribe to CBC News: cbcbarbados Connect with the CBC News Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCNews.bb/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcnewsbarb... Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNewsNight #ThisIsWhoWeAre

It's time for "Athlete in the Spotlight". She's from the St. Michael School. Subscribe to CBC News: cbcbarbados Connect with the CBC News Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCNews.bb/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcnewsbarb... Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNewsNight #ThisIsWhoWeAre

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Newly appointed Senator Ryan Walters says he feels humbled to have be chosen by Leader of the Opposition Ralph Thorne to serve in the Upper House.( Video by Jonteau Coppin)#Barbados #BarbadosNews #YourNewsYourTimeYourWay #NationBarbados #TheSourceMatters

Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley has hit back at critics of the Labour Clauses (Concessions) Bill, 2024 who are implying Government is siding with labour. Ms. Mottley stressed that the Bill will benefit the country overall. Going forward she has appealed to all to cooperate. The Prime Minister also dismissed the notion that the move is a conflict of interest. Subscribe to CBC News: http://www.youtube.com/cbcbarbados Connect with the CBC News Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCNews.bb/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcnewsbarbados Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNewsNight

In his maiden address as Opposition Leader in the Lower House, Christ Church South MP, Ralph Thorne called on Government to revisit the Labour Clauses Concessions Bill. This as he notes it presents some legal difficulties and stands on what he describes as "a shaky legal ground." He's highlighted the section which will empower the minister to suspend or revoke tax concessions from hoteliers who fail to comply with the legislation. The Opposition Leader is concerned about the powers extended to Ministers in the legislation and in general. Subscribe to CBC News: cbcbarbados Connect with the CBC News Barbados Website: https://www.cbc.bb/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBCNews.bb/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbcnewsbarb... Twitter: https://twitter.com/CBCBARBADOS #CBCTV8 #CBCNewsNight #ThisIsWhoWeAre