As the Barbados Road Tennis Open continues to move across the island, the latest action was at the Silver Hill Courts. These match-ups were some of the keenest contested so far. Our Ann-Marie Burke 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

The Barbados Netball Association's Technical Director Pamela Hesson is calling for local support, as the national senior team seeks to improve its world ranking in an upcoming home series. The team, currently ranked 15th in the world, hopes to improve their ranking once they secure the win against Northern Ireland who are ranked 11th. 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 Barbados Hotel Tourism Association has responded to concerns raised about Sandals Resort Barbados laying off over 200 workers. BHTA Chairman Javon Griffith says the number of workers is no surprise given the size of the resorts and seasonal layoffs are the norm. He was also asked about the new weekly pay rates and employment conditions for tourism industry workers which Minister of Labour Colin Jordan announced in Parliament last week. Mr. Griffith said he could not comment on that development because he is yet to see the document. With the treatment of workers in the hotel industry under scrutiny, particularly within the last few years, the BHTA Chairman also commented on that issue, contending that workers are generally treated fairly. 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 Democratic Labour Party is gearing up for its annual conference. This comes as its internal disputes linger with the suspension of two top members, the substantive President and General Secretary. The Disciplinary Committee was set to meet in relation to that matter today. Acting General Secretary Pedro Shepherd has stressed the upcoming election of officers at the conference, which takes place from August 23 to 25, will be only for certain positions. Party officials have announced several new features for the conference, including electronic voting. 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 Agriculture Minister is refuting claims that imported chicken wings are adversely impacting local producers. Minister of Agriculture, Food and Nutritional Security Indar Weir is stressing there has been no increase in poultry imports. He was responding to suggestions Government's decision to import chicken wings for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup is severely affecting the operations of small farmers. He has given the assurance the two containers of chicken wings imported by the Barbados Agricultural Development and Marketing Corporation ahead of the world cup have not impacted the local market. Mr. Weir also says the price of chicken should be reduced if there is a glut on the market. Meanwhile, the Managing Director of Gale's Agro Products believes small farmers now have tons of homegrown poultry meat in cold storage because they estimated a much bigger demand for World Cup and Crop Over. However, Mr. Gale says the poultry meat on cold storage will be needed in the coming months.

Youth from one St. Michael community are giving back to the hurricane-ravaged islands of Grenada and St. Vincent and the Grenadines. Organiser of the popular garden party A Journey to Yoruba Jamanni Brathwaite says seeing the destruction to the islands, his team decided since barbados was less impacted the least they could do was give to those countries. Donations include water, non-perishables, clothes and baby supplies. Mr. Brathwaite adds that proceeds from the garden party will be used to uplift people in impoverished communities across Barbados. The group is also set to host a Breakfast Feeding Programme on August 25. 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 suggestion a union is needed to represent the island's artists. It's come from Founder, Producer and Chief Executive Officer of the United International Arts Expo, Karlos Cobham. He believes it's an important step to change the perception of art as not just a hobby but a career. Mr. Cobham was speaking ahead of a walk, scheduled for September 7, to sensitise Barbadians that art matters. This will be followed by the United International Arts Expo. 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 developmental programme for senior school boys is reportedly bearing fruit. The assertion from the Founder and Producer of the Mr. Executive Interschool Business and Gentleman's Challenge, Winston Cumberbatch. The competition, which started at the St. Leonard's Boys' School, has now expanded to 11 schools. Mr. Cumberbatch explained the various segments the five finalists will be judged on, during the finals on August 25th. 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

Government has shown its commitment to curbing the rate of crime in Barbados by putting a comprehensive programme in place. This from Minister in the Prime Minister's Office with Responsibility for Culture, Senator Dr. Shantal Munro-Knight. She says their approach has not only been instituting a policy framework, but also through the direct creation of an assigned body to tackle the problem head-on. She made the remark during the Christ Church East Constituency's annual general meeting. 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

Author Andie Davis wants to liberate all readers with her new book. The United States author with Montserratian and Barbadian roots says it took seven years to write the book titled 'Let Me Liberate You', which culminates around the festival of Crop Over. The book is a satire based on contemporary Barbados and looks at class, race and complexion dynamics in a Barbadian society. Ms. Davis says so far, feedback from readers in Barbados and abroad is positive, and any Barbadian reading it will know it is about Barbados, based on the themes. 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 new vehicle with unique features has been launched in Barbados. The Tank 500 Industry was unveiled at Haymans Market, St. Peter over the weekend. Chief Executive Officer of Caribbean Automotive Retailers Brent Murphy spoke about the new product before an audience that included Chinese Ambassador to Barbados his Excellency Mr. Yan Xiusheng. The CEO has also been speaking about his company's performance in the automobile market. 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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Addressing the opening ceremony of the CARICOM IMPACS meeting Attorney General Dale Marshall reported that as of September 2023, there were 292 firearm cases waiting to be tried. He says the Barbados Police Service's statistics show between January and June 2023 there were 75 firearm-related offences, and 63 over the same period this year. According to Mr. Marshall, 142 firearm trials passed through the law courts over the last 18 months. A group of police officers and other officials are participating in the three-day sensitisation and awareness meetings being hosted by CARICOM IMPACS and the United States Department of State Partners. Deputy Chief of Mission, US Embassy Bridgetown, Karin Sullivan, says the training will enhance stakeholders collective efforts to combat the trafficking of firearms. 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 Antenatal Clinic is returning to its home base at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital from next week. Chief Operations Officer of the QEH, Dr. Christine Greenidge says effective next Monday patients will continue to access the clinic's services by reporting to the hospital. She was speaking to CBC News following the Pulse radio show on Q100.7fm. Meanwhile, Senior Nurse and Midwife assigned to the Antenatal Clinic, Sharon King says the clinic which offers a range of services operates on an appointment basis. 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 in the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Investment Senator Chad Blackman is urging constituents in the St. James North constituency to take full advantage of all opportunities presented, to make Barbados a world-class hub. Referring to work done through Member of Parliament for St. James North, Edmund Hinkson's Clarkson Foundation, Mr. Blackman says such programmes need to be replicated across the length and breadth of the island. He made the comments during his address at the constituency's annual general meeting held over the weekend. Mr. Blackman adds the St. James North Constituency is the beacon for where Barbados needs to go as a developing nation. However, he notes there are some challenges to overcome in the aftermath of Hurricane Beryl, and committed to creating a coastal community resilience programme to assist those on the coast to adapt to new realities. Meanwhile, Mr. Hinkson says the Government is doing its best to make Barbados resilient and called on citizens to play their part. 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 Barbados Police Service says its new marketing strategy using social media is working well. Commissioner of Police Richard Boyce tells CBC News the public has been reacting positively to videos of people who have been charged or wanted. Commissioner Boyce credits the new campaign to those working in the service's Press and Community Relations Department. 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 action in the Barbados Road Tennis Open went to the north of the island recently at the Diamond Corner, St. Peter courts. Despite some rain interruptions, the matches served up the usual competitiveness. Ann Marie Burke takes a look at some of the matches. 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

Youth advocates with the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Barbados are on a mission to help the nation's young people change their lifestyles to ensure longevity. It comes as the island joins other countries to mark International Youth Day. Youth advocates Timon Howard and N'djibury Reece Co tell CBC News they're using social media as one of the tools to get their messaging across. And they say another initiative, their cool school nutrition tours, has been a resounding success. Ms. Reece Co says there's more work to be done and it has become a personal mission for her to assist people with fostering a healthier lifestyle. Mr. Howard acknowledges the impact of their work will take some time, and breaking the patterns formed over generations will be difficult. 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 40-member national swim team is heading to St. Lucia for the 28th edition of the Goodwill Swimming Championship, set for August 16-18. CBC's Ann Marie Burke caught up with them at the Aquatic Centre in Wildey, for their final practice session. 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