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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 22nd, 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.

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Crime/Justice, Local news, News

The Royal St. Christopher and Nevis Police Force

Published 23 March 2017

RSS COUNCIL OF MINISTERS MEETING TO BE HELD IN ST. KITTS AND NEVIS, GREATER COLLABORATION HIGH ON AGENDA

Basseterre, St. Kitts, March 15, 2017 (RSCNPF): Commissioner of Police Mr. Ian M. Queeley and Commander of the St. Kitts Nevis Defence Force, Lt. Col Patrick Wallace will accompany Prime Minister and Minister of National Security, Dr. The Honourable Timothy Harris at the upcoming RSS Council of Ministers meeting to be held in St. Kitts on Friday (March 17).

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The Royal St. Christopher and Nevis Police Force

Published 23 March 2017

TWO IN CUSTODY FOR RECENT BURGLARIES IN WEST FARMS AND CAMPS

Basseterre, St. Kitts, March 15, 2017 (RSCNPF): Two persons have been arrested on suspicion of two recent Burglaries in the West Farms and Camps area.

The incidents occurred on Monday (March 13).

We urge residents to be alert, look out for each other in our communities and to report any suspicious activity or criminal activity they may be aware of. By working together in fighting crime we can make a difference.

The Police encourages residents to embrace proven security measures to reduce the risk of being the victim of a crime against a person or property. Here are a few safety measures to employ to reduce the risk:

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