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06/01/2026

The Barbados Labour Party has categorically refuted the claims being made in a circulating message across social media pointing to Prime Minister Mia Mottley’s support for St. Michael Central nominee, Dr. Lynette Holder.

A section of the now viral message reads: “Prime Minister Mia Mottley is backing Dr. Lynette Holder for the St. Michael Central nomination, opting for party loyalty over uncertainty.”

However, in a statement released today, Chief Executive Officer of the BLP, Pat Parris refuted the claims.

05/01/2026

The Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital has received a donation of baby supplies from Bella Events, aimed at supporting the care of newborns.

The donation was handed over during a brief ceremony at the hospital this morning.

Speaking at the event, promoter at Bella Events, Alicia Nowell, said both promoters have personally benefited from the services of the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, as their children were previously cared for in the ward. She explained that the donation was made as a way of giving back to the community.

05/01/2026

The mother of one of the country’s latest road fatality victims is trying to come to grips with the loss of her son.

Nineteen-year-old Raquan Darlington was one of two people who lost their lives in a car accident along Carrington Road in St Philip yesterday.

His mother, Melissa Darlington, described him as a loving child.

She also confirmed that her daughter, Selina Halley, remains in hospital with a broken arm and leg.

The other deceased, Jalissa Blades, was an employee of the University of the West Indies, Cave Hill Campus. The department she is assigned to has been closed today as staff are distraught.

The Barbados Light & Power Company Limited (BLPCL) has confirmed an accident involving a vehicle that struck one of thei...
05/01/2026

The Barbados Light & Power Company Limited (BLPCL) has confirmed an accident involving a vehicle that struck one of their utility poles in the Newton area.

As a result of the collision, cables fell, causing another passing vehicle to become entangled in the lines and partially suspended. BLPCL crews were immediately mobilized and dispatched to the site to secure the area and support emergency response efforts.

In a release, the BLPCL stated that once emergency personnel safely remove the affected vehicle, their teams will commence restoration works, which will include the replacement of the damaged utility pole.

05/01/2026

Business Executive Dr. Lynette Holder has confirmed that she is challenging Tyra Trotman for a place on the Barbados Labour Party’s election ticket to represent St. Michael Central at the next general elections.

Dr. Holder told Starcom Network News that her interest in elective politics is longstanding and that she believes she is well suited to represent the constituency when the party makes its selection on January 15.

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04/01/2026

Two people have died and three others were injured following a serious accident on Carrington Road, St. Philip, this afternoon.

Police PRO Inspector (ag) Ryan Brathwaite provides an update.

04/01/2026

Emergency personnel are currently on the scene of a serious accident that occured along Carrington Road, St. Philip.

More details on this incident will be provided as they become available.

Dr. Sonia Linette Richards, of No. 21B, West Terrace Gardens, St. James, who was reported missing earlier today has been...
04/01/2026

Dr. Sonia Linette Richards, of No. 21B, West Terrace Gardens, St. James, who was reported missing earlier today has been traced and is safe.

The Barbados Police Service provided the update while thanking members of the public and the media for their assistance and cooperation during the search.

04/01/2026

A father is appealing to the driver involved in a hit-and-run incident that left his son hospitalized to come forward and report to police.
Speaking with Starcom Network News, Sylvester Rowe says his 26-year-old son, Jamali Turney-Rowe, was injured in the incident, which allegedly occurred Friday night along Charnocks, Christ Church.
Mr. Rowe says the family was left shaken after losing contact with Turney-Rowe, only to later discover he had been involved in an accident and was anonymously taken to the Queen Elizabeth Hospital.
He says his son remains hospitalized in serious condition, and the family is pleading with the driver responsible to do the right thing.

03/01/2026

Prime Minister Mia Mottley, flanked by senior members of Parliament and the Commissioner of Police spoke earlier from Ilaro Court in an emergency press conference.

PM Mottley addressed this morning's situation in Venezuela and it's impact on Barbados.

The shooting incident which occured here in Bridgetown was also addressed extensively.

It has been confirmed that the QEH is no longer on lockdwn and Ms. Mottley provided details of the injuries related to the shooting and for patient care overall at the facility.

03/01/2026

Inspector Ryan Brathwaite is on the scene of this morning's shooting incident and provided details to the media moments ago.

The Barbados Police Service has made an urgent appeal for any information from the public.

More details as they become available.

03/01/2026

Several police remain on scene across various sections of Bridgetown conducting investigations following a shooting incident after a party cruise in the early hours of this morning.

More details as they become available.

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