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The clothes on his back are all Edwin Griffith has left after a fire destroyed his home in Water Street, Christ Church, on December 7. Not even his dogs survived. “There was nothing I could do,” he said as he recalled how the blaze consumed his house and shed, and damaged the adjacent sports bar and restaurant owned by his son. The cause of the fire is yet unknown, according to Tremelle Perch, divisional officer of the Barbados Fire Service which responded with three tenders, one each from the Port Fire Station, Worthing Fire Station and Bridgetown Fire Station.

Employees of the Barbados Community College are being challenged to push boundaries and strive for excellence. It's coming from Chairman of the College, Dr. the Honourable Allyson Leacock. Anesta Henry 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

As the island seeks to reduce the level of crime, we are being told about positive efforts to instill behavioural change among boys at a young age. Principal of the Milton Lynch Primary School Tyrone Marshall says investing in more programmes for this group can help quell some of the violent behaviour in society. Milton Lynch is one of the educational institutions involved in the Safe Schools Programme. Rachelle Agard 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

Barbados has recorded its highest homicide rate in a single year with 2025 just weeks away. Attorney General Dale Marshall has described the nearly 50 cases as alarming. 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

Corporate Barbados is being asked to contribute to Government's One Family Programme. Minister of People Empowerment and Elder Affairs Kirk Humphrey says while several businesses have been offering assistance to the programme, which seeks to reach 1000 vulnerable families, there is a need for others to follow suit. He made the appeal as the Barbados Light and Power Company Ltd made a donation to the effort which Mr. Humphrey says Government intends to expand. Managing Director of the BL&P Roger Blackman says the company is pleased to make the donation to the One Family Programme, through its 'Brighten Your Christmas' initiative. 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

Barbados and other regional countries have been told about the importance of collaboration among countries to address the challenges posed by the Oropouche virus, dengue and avian influenza. The advice from the Pan American Health Organisation comes as it reports the geographical expansion of Oropouche and the largest dengue epidemic since records began in 1980. Director, Dr. Jarbas Barbosa stresses when countries share information, coordinate, and support responses to diseases, lives are saved. Though PAHO has observed an increase in cases of Oropouche, the outbreak is said to be on a much smaller scale than dengue. Barbados' Ministry of Health and Wellness recently confirmed two adult cases of the Oropouche virus on island. Dr. Barbosa has also given an update on the H1N1 or avian influenza. 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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18 records fell at the 2024 BASA Short Course National Championships, as the six-day meet ended over the weekend. Two of those new marks fell on Sunday's final day at the Aquatic Centre in Wildey. Both were in the 200 metre Individual Medley. In the Girls 9-10, Gabriella Babb of Pirates Club erased the old time of three minutes, 45.05 seconds to set a new time of two minutes, 45.05 seconds. Then in the Boys 9-10, Zachary Ladipo went under the old record of two minutes, 53.25 seconds to set a new standard of two minutes, 43.62 seconds. The action overall was very competitive as CBC's Ann-Marie Burke looks at some of the Backstroke and Breaststroke events. 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

Government's decision to move the national hurricane season preparations from June 1 to May 1 has been a step in the right direction. Minister of Home Affairs and Information Wilfred Abrahams says the decision made two years ago, has been bearing fruit given that intense weather systems have been forming earlier than usual in recent years. 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

As Barbados celebrates women who have left their mark on society, a call is being made for greater scrutiny of the inequalities between men and women. The call from Minister in the Prime Minister's Office with Responsibility for Culture Senator Dr. Shantal Munro-Knight. She was speaking during an awards ceremony for winners of the Shirley Chisholm Art Competition. Rachelle Agard has that 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

The community of St. John is getting a much-needed boost, with training opportunities for young people and ongoing road rehabilitation projects. This is according to Member of Parliament Charles Griffith. He was speaking during a Christmas party held over the weekend for approximately 200 children in the constituency. Mr. Griffith says in addition to ongoing projects, a number of other initiatives are earmarked to come on stream heading into the new year to engage young people. 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 strong call is being made for work to arrest the degradation of the coastal areas in and around Six Men's, St. Peter. It's coming from Minister of Labour, Social Security and the Third Sector Colin Jordan, who says challenges at Six Men's in his constituency predate Hurricane Beryl. He was speaking during his contribution to the Maritime and Underwater Heritage Bill, 2024, which was passed in the House. 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

Chairman of the Constitutional Reform Commission, retired Justice the Most Honourable Christopher Blackman is urging Barbadians to become active participants in the Constitutional Reform process. He explains after extensive public consultations both on island and abroad, the final engagement process will begin next month with a townhall event on January 5. 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 Mr. Executive Challenge has been shaping and changing the lives of young men beyond the span of the pageant. Director Winston Cumberbatch says several of them have been able to establish successful businesses. Our Wendy Burke has more. 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

There is a suggestion Barbados needs a human rights commission to address breaches of individual rights. The advice from Chairman of the Constitutional Reform Commission, retired Justice the Most Honourable Christopher Blackman. However, he says there is need for the correct support staff to form a secretariat when people seek redress. He urges officials to activate the mechanism of the Public Service Appeals Board to do its job. Mr. Blackman was as a guest on People's Business. Meanwhile, President of the Barbados Council for the Disabled and Constitutional Reform Commission member, the Most Honourable Kerryann Ifill says it is imperative members of the public are aware of their rights. 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 Barbados Fire Service is urging homeowners to be vigilant and take precautions this yuletide season. Fire officials say this appeal is necessary as one of the busiest periods of the year gets into full swing. 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

A campaign has been launched to crack down on bad driving amid concern about an increase in motor vehicle accidents at this time of year. Called 'Target Zero Lives Lost This Christmas', President of the General Insurance Association of Barbados Randy Graham says it not only has overarching implications for individuals but also for establishment owners and show promoters. Trevor Thorpe 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

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