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03/09/2026

The Sandy Lane Charitable Trust has donated $60,000 to the National Council on Substance Abuse’s Project S.O.F.T. — Save Our Future Today.

Trust representative Mark Pendry reaffirmed the organisation’s commitment to supporting drug-prevention and awareness initiatives that create positive opportunities for young people.

Meanwhile, NCSA Manager Betty Hunte highlighted the progress Project S.O.F.T. has made over the years and its continued impact on young people.

03/09/2026

Convicted killer Antonio Ryan Bullen was returned to Dodds Prison this morning after appearing in court on a second murder charge and is scheduled to reappear on October 1, 2026.

The 48-year-old appeared before Magistrate Manila Renee in the District “A” Criminal Court, where the charge relating to the murder of Karen Allamby was transferred to the District “B” Magistrates’ Court.
Bullen was formally charged in connection with Allamby’s death nearly two decades after she was killed. Police say the offence occurred sometime between April 1 and April 16, 2007 — more than 19 years ago.

Bullen is already serving a life sentence for the 2007 killing of 14-year-old Kalifa Downes.

Nearly two decades after the murder of Karen Allamby, a man already serving a life sentence for another killing has been...
03/09/2026

Nearly two decades after the murder of Karen Allamby, a man already serving a life sentence for another killing has been charged in connection with her death.

The Barbados Police Service says its Major Crime Unit has arrested and formally charged 48-year-old Antonio Ryan Bullen, who is incarcerated at Dodds Prison, with murder.

The charge relates to the death of Allamby, which police say occurred sometime between April 1 and April 16, 2007 — more than 19 years ago.

Bullen is already serving a life sentence in connection with the 2007 death of 14-year-old Kalifa Downes.

The latest charge represents a significant development in the long-running investigation into Allamby’s death.

Bullen is scheduled to appear before the District “A” Criminal Court today, Thursday, September 3, 2026, to answer the murder charge.

03/09/2026

Member of Parliament for The City, Michael Lashley visited the scene of the Chapman Lane house fires.
He said assistance is already being mobilised for the affected families.

03/09/2026

Two families have been displaced after an explosion reportedly triggered a fire that ravaged two homes and severely damaged another at Chapman Lane, The City, this morning.

A woman and her two children are among those left homeless by the blaze, which took five fire officers to bring under control.

Starcom Network News spoke with resident Marquita Campbell, who said she and her children were fortunate to escape the burning home.

02/09/2026

The Alliance Owners of Public Transport Incorporated is seeking an urgent meeting with Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley to address mounting challenges facing the public service vehicle sector, including promised funds.

The government initially set aside three million dollars in the 2023 Budgetary Proposals as an energy loan facility accessible through Fund-Access for the transport sector.

Speaking during a ceremony recognising PSV workers, the organisation’s chairman, Roy Raphael, said operators have not yet received funds.

02/09/2026

President of Friends of Democracy, Senator Karina Goodridge, is strongly criticising the Government’s handling of the case involving a Nigerian woman who has been remanded on an alleged child trafficking offence.

Senator Goodridge told Starcom Network News she believes Minister of Home Affairs Gregory Nicholls has got the matter wrong and has raised concerns about the Government’s response to the case.

Senator Goodridge contends that the Minister’s position is the latest in a series of missteps by the Government.

Insisting he has done “nothing wrong”, suspended Chief Executive Officer of the City of Bridgetown Cooperative Credit Un...
02/09/2026

Insisting he has done “nothing wrong”, suspended Chief Executive Officer of the City of Bridgetown Cooperative Credit Union (COB), Steve Belle, says he is perplexed by the board’s decision to temporarily relieve him of his duties.

Belle confirmed to Starcom Network News this morning that the decision was taken by the new board of directors following its first meeting yesterday.

The long-standing CEO said his record at COB represents a proud legacy spanning more than two decades, during which he helped grow the credit union’s assets from approximately $100 million to more than $700 million.

Belle maintained that his credibility remains intact and said he is baffled by the board’s action as he awaits further direction.

Efforts to reach Board Chairman Peter Earle proved unsuccessful up to news time.

02/09/2026

Head of the Accident and Emergency Department at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Dr. Anne-Marie Cruickshank, says COVID-19 and other illnesses are contributing to an unusual surge in patients seeking care at the hospital.

02/09/2026

More than 80 households are receiving back-to-school supplies from Team Mikey Charity funded through its recent reunion event. Founder Michael "Mikey" Mercer says growing demand highlights the need for charities to work together to support families.

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