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Teachers’ Union urges caution over reopening schools after severe weather

By Admin. Updated 10:42 p.m., Tuesday, October 6, 2026, Atlantic Standard Time (GMT-4).  The St. Vincent and the Grenadines Teachers’ Union (SVGTU) is urging the authorities to carefully assess conditions across the country before deciding whether schools should reopen on Wednesday, October 7, following widespread flooding, landslides and disruptions caused by Monday’s adverse weather. In…

Tropical Wave disrupts water supply across SVG, CWSA says

By Admin. Updated 9:43 a.m., Tuesday, October 6, 2026, Atlantic Standard Time (GMT-4).  Several communities across St Vincent and the Grenadines are experiencing disruptions to their water supply following the passage of a tropical wave, the Central Water and Sewerage Authority (CWSA) has announced. In a news release issued on Tuesday, October 6, the CWSA…

Leacock tells public sector workers to report to work

By Admin. Updated 8:28 a.m., Tuesday, October 6, 2026, Atlantic Standard Time (GMT-4).  After earlier uncertainty, the Government has announced that public sector workers are required to report to work today, October 6. According to a public notice issued by Major the Hon. St Clair Leacock, Minister with responsibility for the Public Service, public sector…

Trapped families rescued in Buccament as floods leave community damaged

By Admin. Updated 5:53 a.m., Tuesday, October 6, 2026, Atlantic Standard Time (GMT-4). Families who were earlier trapped by floodwaters in Buccament have now been brought to safety as the extent of damage from Tuesday’s heavy rainfall continues to emerge. Residents who have been canvassing the affected community and spoke directly with One News SVG,…

BREAKING: Families trapped as heavy rains batter Buccament

By Admin. Updated 4:33 a.m., Tuesday, October 6, 2026, Atlantic Standard Time (GMT-4).  At least two families are reportedly trapped in their homes in Buccament as heavy rains cause flooding, debris and damage across parts of the community. Several residents have been forced to seek refuge as floodwaters rise. One resident, Diana, told One News…

Mother and Daughter Deny Multiple Deception Charges

By Admin. Updated 3:51 p.m., Monday, October 5, 2026, Atlantic Standard Time (GMT-4).  A mother and daughter from Vermont have been granted bail after appearing before the Serious Offences Court on multiple charges of allegedly obtaining a pecuniary advantage by deception. Police said 35-year-old Morenika Cottle, a Votes Clerk, and her mother, 56-year-old Lisby Cottle,…

U.S. Consular Officer to Offer Passport Services in SVG by Appointment

By Admin. Updated 3:45 p.m., Monday, October 5, 2026, Atlantic Standard Time (GMT-4).  U.S. citizens in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines will have an opportunity later this month to access key consular services without travelling overseas, as a representative from the U.S. Embassy is scheduled to conduct appointments on the mainland. The Ministry of Foreign…

Grenada to Vote on November 5 as Prime Minister Calls General Election

By Admin. Updated 9:33 a.m., Sunday, October 4, 2026, Atlantic Standard Time (GMT-4).  Grenadians will head to the polls on November 5, 2026, after Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell officially announced the date for the country’s next general election during a rally in St. Mark on October 4. The election will be held following the dissolution…

Artificial Intelligence risks, a leadership perspective

AI poses significant risks, including security, privacy, and potential weaponization. Organizations must define AI usage clearly to mitigate these threats.

Are you getting paid what you’re owed? Know your pay and leave rights

The statutory minimum wage in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines is a legal floor, not a ceiling

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