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OAS Representative to SKN hails historic women’s Forum on Nevis; adds to call for more women in politics

Published 24 March 2017

Terrence Craig, Organisation of American States Representative to St. Kitts and Nevis at the historic two-day Sub-Regional Woman’s Forum on the SDGs hosted by the Ministry of Social Development in the Nevis Island Administration in collaboration with the Commonwealth Women Parliamentarians, at the Mount Nevis Hotel on March 22, 2017

Press Release

NIA CHARLESTOWN NEVIS (March 23, 2017) — Terrence Craig, Organisation of American States (OAS) Representative to St. Kitts and Nevis, hailed the historic two-day Sub-Regional Women’s Forum on the SDGs. He said the conference brings into focus the need for more women in the political arena in the region.

Mr. Craig’s comment came when he spoke with the Department of Information following the opening ceremony on March 22, 2017. He urged women to take up the mantle to help in the development of their communities.

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Regiwell Francis of St.Kitts Marine Works Ltd

Published 23 March 2017

Buckie Got It…..It give me great pleasure to report to you when persons give back to help the community…..Regiwell Francis of St.Kitts Marine Works Ltd once again putting action in stead of just words with development of country with a donation of a Drone package to the St.Kitts and Nevis Coast Guard and Army.
Regiwell is looking forward to the Governments signing off on final seabed and land leases to start its commercial pier to bring even more prosperity to all.

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British Airways’ Parent Company Takes Flying to New Level – And one Caribbean Destination Will Benefit

Published 23 March 2017

Flights to Punta Cana, Dominican Republic start on June 10.

LONDON, England, Tuesday March 21, 2017 – International Airlines Group (IAG) which owns British Airways is launching a new low-cost long-haul carrier that will take to the skies in June 2017, with the Dominican Republic on its itinerary.

LEVEL will fly from Barcelona to Los Angeles, San Francisco, Buenos Aires and Punta Cana located on the easternmost tip of the Dominican Republic.

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Chairman of the OECS Authority and RSS Council of Ministers, PM Dr. the Hon. Timothy Harris Expresses Condolences to the British Government. Unequivocally Condemns Recent Terror Attack

Published 23 March 2017

Chairman of the OECS Authority and the Regional Security System’s (RSS) Council of Ministers, Prime Minister Dr. the Honourable Timothy Harris expresses condolences to the British Government and people whose beautiful capital city was yesterday, Wednesday, March 22^nd, 2017, attacked near the Parliament.

“The Governments and people of CARICOM and the OECS extend our heartfelt sympathy to the bereaved families and friends of the persons who were killed in a car attack on Westminster Bridge, and to the bereaved family and friends of the police officer who was killed in a knife attack outside the Parliament. We pray for all of them, as well as for the injured and their loved ones,” the Prime Minister of St. Kitts and Nevis said upon learning of the fatal incidents that struck at the heart of London.

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PLP OVERWHELMED BY RESPONSE TO MEMBERSHIP DRIVE . HUNDREDS OF YOUNG PEOPLE NOW OFFICIAL MEMBERS

Published 23 March 2017

PLP OVERWHELMED BY RESPONSE TO MEMBERSHIP DRIVE . HUNDREDS OF YOUNG PEOPLE NOW OFFICIAL MEMBERS

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, (March 22, 2017 ) – With the People’s Labour Party (PLP) set to host its first National Convention this coming Saturday (March 25), the party is overwhelmed by the response to their recent membership drive.

Hundreds of mostly young persons from across all 11 constituencies in the Federation have signed up as official members of the Peoples Labour Party.

Speaking with His Excellency Ambassador Michael Powell on the popular radio programme “The People’s Voice”, on Sugar City 90.3 FM, Party Leader Prime Minister Harris said he is impressed with the vast interest residents are showing in becoming members of the party, which is the youngest political party that makes up the tri-party Team Unity Government.