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St Vincent and the Grenadines lists 2025 emergency shelters
Loop News
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The National Emergency Management Organisation (NEMO) has released its list of designated emergency shelters for 2025, establishing a network of safe havens across all districts of St Vincent and the Grenadines. They are as follows: North Windward...
Government to spend millions on tuition scholarships
NBC SVG
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June 30, 2025
The Government is spending a significant amount of resources on the education sector here in St. Vincent and the Grenadines. Speaking on Radio yesterday, Prime Minister and Minister with responsibility for Tertiary Education, Dr. Ralph Gonsalves...
Logos Hope to return to Dominica after 15 years
Dominica News Online
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June 30, 2025
Logos Hope- Photo: gbaships.orgLogos Hope, the world’s largest floating book fair will make its return to Dominica from July 1 – 14, 2025. The ship, which offers over 5,000 titles and provides many visitors the opportunity to purchase quality...
National Trials 2025: St Vincent’s Maloney leads women’s 800m first round
Jamaica Observer
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June 26, 2025
St Vincent and the Grenadines’ Shafiqua Maloney (Photo: Olympics.com) June 26, 2025 KINGSTON, Jamaica — St Vincent and the Grenadines’ Shafiqua Maloney led the first round of the women’s 800m at the opening session of the Jamaica Athletics...
Pryce defends Jamaican title, Nugent runner-up in hurdles
BVM Sports
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June 30, 2025
Shawn Price June 29, 2025 KINGSTON, Jamaica – Arkansas alum Nickisha Pryce claimed a third consecutive 400m title at the Jamaican National Championships on Sunday while Ackera Nugent finished second in the 100m hurdles. Earlier in the...
CARPHA and OECS launch initiative to address men’s health challenges in the Caribbean
Dominica News Online
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June 30, 2025
The Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA), in partnership with the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) Commission, is focused on raising awareness and motivating men to prioritize their health and well-being, aiming for a healthier...
CARPHA and OECS Commit to Closing the Empathy Gap and to Empowering Men to Prioritize Wellness and Longevity
Win Media SKN
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June 30, 2025
Castries, St. Lucia. June 30, 2025. The Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA) in collaboration with the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) Commission, are steadily committed to addressing the pressing health challenges faced by men...
11 selected for Calypso Finals on July 6
St. Vincent Times
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June 30, 2025
The following Calypsonians have been selected from the Calypso Semi-Finals to compete in the Calypso Finals scheduled for Sunday July 6th at the Victoria Park commencing at 8:00 pm. They are: 1. Lornette ‘Fya Empress’ Nedd Children of the drum 2....
Family dispute leads to homicide in Yambou: Police
St. Vincent Times
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June 30, 2025
Police Investigate Homicide in Yambou The Royal Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Police Force (RSVGPF) is investigating a homicide that occurred in Yambou on Friday 27th June 2025, which claimed the life of Don Jackson, a 60-year-old Farmer,...
Health Minister highlights alarming prevalence of diabetes in St. Vincent and the Grenadines
NBC SVG
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June 24, 2025
St. Vincent and the Grenadines has a high prevalence of diabetes which is a cause of concern for local Health Officials Minister of Health, Wellness and the Environment, St. Clair Prince provided statistics on the disease at the community level,...
OECS scholarships available for study in Morocco
Dominica News Online
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June 30, 2025
Dominica News Online - Monday, June 30th, 2025 at 9:43 AM The Government of Morocco is offering fully-funded tuition scholarships to citizens of Dominica, Antigua and Barbuda, Grenada, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, and Saint Vincent and the...
7th Sitting of the Organization of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) Assembly convened on Tuesday in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
Radio Montserrat
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The 7th Sitting of the Organization of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) Assembly convened on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, with calls for deeper integration amidst global shifts. Held under the poignant theme,...
OECS 44th Anniversary Fun Walk Successfully Hosted in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
Win Media SKN
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June 19, 2025
The Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) Commission marked another milestone in its 44th Anniversary celebrations with the successful hosting of a commemorative Fun Walk in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. The event, which took place...
UN Women to assist Grenada in revising child and elder care legislation and benefits
Now Grenada
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June 30, 2025
UN Women Photo | Ryan Brown 24 June 2025: The Cabinet of Grenada has approved UN Women-led support for the development of legislation addressing maternity leave, parental leave benefits, and other gaps related to the care of children and the...
OECS wraps 44th Anniversary Fun Walk in St Vincent & Grenadines
Dominica News Online
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June 18, 2025
Dominica News Online - Wednesday, June 18th, 2025 at 5:57 PM Photo: OECS SecretariatThe OECS (Organization of Eastern Caribbean States) Commission celebrated a significant milestone in its 44th Anniversary by successfully hosting a commemorative...
Tinubu: Nigeria open to visa waiver for diplomats, government officials from Eastern Carribean states
The Cable
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June 30, 2025
President Bola Tinubu says Nigeria is open to exploring a visa waiver arrangement for holders of diplomatic and official passports from the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS). The OECS comprises Antigua and Barbuda, the Commonwealth...
St. Vincent and the Grenadines advances regional integration efforts within OECS Economic Union
NBC SVG
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June 20, 2025
St. Vincent and the Grenadines is playing a pivotal role in advancing regional integration within the Organization of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS), following its recent hosting of a high-level OECS meeting and the assumption of the OECS...
OECS Unveils Free Movement Billboard in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines as Part of 44th Anniversary Celebrations
The Voice
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June 18, 2025
. Free movement was thrust in the spotlight on Friday, June 13, 2025, when the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) Commission unveiled a vibrant new billboard at the Arnos Vale Roundabout, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. The...
CARPHA and OECS commit to empowering men to prioritise wellness and longevity
Now Grenada
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June 30, 2025
The Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA) in collaboration with the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) Commission, are steadily committed to addressing the pressing health challenges faced by men throughout the OECS and the broader...
Jamaican athletes excel at National Championships; Pryce wins third consecutive title
Fayetteville Standard - Arkansas
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June 29, 2025
Taylor Washington Assistant Coach | Director of Operations | University of Arkansas AthleticsTaylor Washington Assistant Coach | Director of Operations | University of Arkansas Athletics Nickisha Pryce secured her third consecutive 400m title at...