The Courtyard Caterers gave back to the Deacons, St Michael community on Saturday. Kristin Gibson spoke to CBC News about the initiative. Subscribe to CBC News: http://www.youtube.com/cbcbarbados Connect with 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 # #

Remarks by Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley on the swearing in of MP Marsha Caddle and Senators Chad Blackman and Rev. Charles Morris. (Video by Reco Moore) #Barbados #BarbadosNews #YourNewsYourTimeYourWay #NationBarbados #TheSourceMatters

Tourism Minister Ian Gooding-Edghill has encouraged Barbados' repeat visitors to take advantage of several major calendar events scheduled for this year. These include the much-anticipated ICC Cricket T20 World Cup, the fiftieth anniversary of Crop Over, along with the relaunched We Gatherin' festivities scheduled for the start of next year. He made the comment as tourism officials honoured and celebrated some of the island's most loyal visitors with a special reception. Subscribe to CBC News: http://www.youtube.com/cbcbarbados Connect with 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 #Visitors #Tourism

Newspaper vendor Margot Goddard has finally hung up her saleswoman hat. For the past 25 years – half of the publisher’s lifespan – she has sold copies of the Nation newspaper. Those who collected their daily paper each morning on the highway next to the Goddard building in Haggatt Hall, St Michael, would remember the newspaper vendor who was ever present, no matter the weather. For those years of steadfast determination and commitment, Margot was awarded in recognition of her long-standing service at the recent Nation Vendors Awards. “I appreciated it very much, but I’m tired, and also tired of getting out my bed,” Margot said laughing. Recently retired and enjoying every minute of it, Margot recalled the nightly travels to Fontabelle, St Michael, her early starts at 5 a.m., and even one eventful moment when she was robbed and her car stolen while working.

Former politician, Mark Williams was remembered as a remarkable and profoundly decent man who transformed and uplifted the lives of many in politics and the entertainment field. His life and contributions were celebrated during his funeral service at the St. Patrick's Roman Catholic Cathedral. Mr. Williams passed away on December 27, last year at the age of 83. Kishmar St. Juste reports. 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

A local consumer body is questioning the move by insurers to raise motor insurance premiums at this time. The Barbados Consumer Empowerment Network (BCEN) is not convinced the insurance providers have made their case for an increase. Just two days ago, President of the General Insurance Association of Barbados, Randy Graham outlined the reasons why some insurers are raising their premiums but BCEN Executive Director Maureen Holder is not impressed with the explanation. Ms. Holder says BCEN needs answers to several questions before it can accept the decision by the insurers. 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

The Harris Paints Electing a Champion Junior Road Tennis Competition resumes today at Belfield. The schedule has matches for primary schools, secondary school girls and boys, and senior boys. The latest qualifying rounds were played recently at the Deighton 'Pa' Roach Facility in Bush Hall. Ann-Marie Burke look at some of the key match-ups. 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

Minister of Youth and Community Empowerment Charles Griffith, has praised First Citizens Bank for launching its new corporate social responsibility programme. He told media it will help take Barbados forward. 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

Police are currently on the scene of what could be the island's first murder for the year. Lawmen have confirmed that a man was shot and killed at Nursery #2, Four Roads, St. Philip. The deceased appears to be in his 30s, according to Barbados Police Service Communications and Public Affairs Officer, Inspector Rodney Inniss. He added that police got the call about the incident around 11:05 this morning. Investigations into this shooting are ongoing. 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

First Citizens Bank has launched a new corporate social programme here in Barbados. It is called 'Community'. Operationalised by the First Citizens Foundation, the group has committed to the mandate of addressing complex societal issues and supporting various positive initiatives. Group CEO Karen Darbasie, is confident the programme will make a positive impact on many lives. Foundation Interim Chair Lindi Ballah - tull has shared the rationale for the programme. 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

A bright future for Caribbean rums. That's how Chief Executive Officer of the West Indies Rum and Spirits Association Vaughn Renwick sees the return to production of the Rockley Pot Still at the West Indies Rum Distillery. He told the Business Report innovation will bring with it new life to the industry. Spirits official admitted the spirits industry is a saturated market, but said quality niche products are made in the Caribbean. 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

Without disclosing the composition of the team, Captain Kriagg Brathwaite says the final X1 for that 1st test is pretty much settled and he is pleased with the efforts of the squad in the warm-up match. Meanwhile, off-spinner Kevin Sinclair who picked up four wickets in the contest, will be hoping to force his way into the first test. 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

Richard “Commissioner” Miller is tired of seeing dilapidated, rusted trucks every time he looks outside his home in Ellerton Housing Area, St George. The retiree, popular on radio call-in programmes, said he had been suffering with the unsightly view for years but the owners did not seem to want to do anything about it. (Video by Jameel Springer) #MeAndMyNation #YourNewsYourTimeYourWay #TheSourceMatters #Barbados #BarbadosNews

Four more Barbadians are now homeless after the firebug struck at Lead Gap, Passage Road in St. Michael. Around five this evening their wooden house was destroyed by fire. The occupants, who were away from home, lost all of their possessions in the blaze. Neighbour Richard Legall was the first to notice the fire and sounded the alarm. Divisional Officer Marlon Small told CBC News getting access to the burning structure was a challenge. Two water tenders and ten officers under the Command of Divisional Officer Small responded to the blaze.

A call is being made for Government to look at the cost of insurance in Barbados. It comes against the backdrop of an imminent rise in the cost of motor insurance coverage that is not going down well with drivers. Some motorists say they are not comfortable with the news. 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

A call is being made for Government to look at the cost of insurance in Barbados. It comes against the backdrop of an imminent rise in the cost of motor insurance coverage that is not going down well with drivers. Some motorists say they are not comfortable with the news. 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

Substance abuse officials are warning Barbadians against what seems to be a growing trend of consuming marijuana-laced foods or edibles. Officials from the National Council on Substance Abuse addressed the worrisome practice on Q100.7 FM's 'Let's Talk About It' call-in programme. Sharika Griffith has the details. 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

Millions of dollars are to be pumped into developing heritage and innovation in Barbados over the coming months. This is as Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley delivered remarks at the recommissioning of Rockley Pot Still at the West India Rum Distillery today. Trevor Thorpe reports. 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

The production team behind a recently released Christmas gospel song is on a mission to ensure it dominates international markets. The song, 'This Christmas,' written by Laura Harewood and performed by Shelly Webster, was released for Christmas 2023. It received positive responses and healthy rotations on radio. Since then, a demo was sent overseas to renowned distributor, Alonza Robinson, VP of SS Global Enterprises, who was impressed with the vocals. He has stepped forward to offer a distribution package to release a rearranged version of the song in time for Christmas 2024. Additionally, Grammy and Dove Nominated and Juno Award-winning producer, Roger Ryan has commended the piece. This is the second song Laura has ever written and released. She's excited about the possibilities for the future. 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 being touted as a major breakthrough in efforts to get road tennis into schools in Canada. CEO of Gauntlet Road Tennis Ron Kellman has confirmed they received the green light from the York Regional School Board last month, to have road tennis as part of their curriculum. Stakeholders will shortly begin building out capacity, as road tennis seeks to gain a foothold in the third largest school district in Ontario, with over 121 thousand students in 171 elementary schools and 31 secondary schools. From an equipment standpoint, Kellman says that is already a work in progress and for the work being done, Kellman is also in line for an award next month. 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