2 h. ago Bishen Daniel Charged In Connection with Firearm Contraband Recovery on St. Kitts

The Royal St. Christopher and Nevis Police Force (RSCNPF) has recovered a high-powered firearm and matching ammunition following a joint operation conducted in St. Paul’s, St. Kitts, on November 15th, 2025, between 3 PM and 5 PM. Officers of the Special Services Unit (SSU) and the Joint Security Operations Tactical Team (JSOTT) executed a search […]

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32 h. ago Two Men Charged Following Firearm Contraband Recovery in Verchilds

The Royal St. Christopher and Nevis Police Force (RSCNPF) has charged two men in connection with the recovery of illegal firearm contraband during a police operation in Verchilds on 12 November 2025. According to police, officers of the Special Services Unit (SSU) attempted to stop a vehicle carrying three occupants during a targeted operation. The […] The post Two Men Charged Following Firearm Contraband Recovery in Verchilds appeared first on The St Kitts Nevis Observer.

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39 h. ago Dejaun Daniel & Kallicharan Woodley Charged in Connection with Firearm Contraband Recovery on St. Kitts

The Royal St. Christopher and Nevis Police Force (RSCNPF) has arrested and charged two men in connection with the recovery of illegal firearm contraband in Verchilds, St. Kitts, on November 12th, 2025. During a targeted operation, officers of the Special Services Unit (SSU) attempted to stop a vehicle with three occupants. The driver refused to […]

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57 h. ago How Much Is ‘Southern Spear’ Reducing Drug Deliveries To US?

The US is conducting a large and controversial campaign of airstrikes on alleged drug-smuggling boats near Venezuela and Colombia, raising legal questions and fears of a wider conflict with the Maduro government. The post How Much Is ‘Southern Spear’ Reducing Drug Deliveries To US? appeared first on The St Kitts Nevis Observer.

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6 d. ago Venezuela on Warpath? Maduro Reacts as Giant Carrier Enters Region.

A US aircraft carrier’s arrival in the Caribbean has sparked a major Venezuelan military mobilization and created a diplomatic crisis over the legality of recent deadly US anti-drug strikes. The post Venezuela on Warpath? Maduro Reacts as Giant Carrier Enters Region. appeared first on The St Kitts Nevis Observer.

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6 d. ago Mandatory Compliance with Labelling Regulations by December 31, 2025

The St. Kitts and Nevis Bureau of Standards (SKNBS) issues a critical reminder to ALL businesses, including roadside vendors, caterers, and local manufacturers: ALL goods sold in the Federation—whether locally produced, imported, or sold informally—must adhere to the following regulations by December 31, 2025: Labelling of Goods Labelling of Pre-packaged Food Labelling of Bottled Water […]

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7 d. ago Saint Lucia Hosts Stakeholder Seminar On Early Warning System For Drugs

Saint Lucia – Efforts to strengthen Saint Lucia’s capacity to detect and respond to new and emerging drug trends is advancing following the recent stakeholder seminar on the Early Warning System on Drugs convened by the Substance Abuse Advisory Council Secretariat (SAACS) within the Ministry of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs. The seminar brought together […] The post Saint Lucia Hosts Stakeholder Seminar On Early Warning System For Drugs appeared first on The St Kitts Nevis Observer.

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8 d. ago Randolph Welsh Convicted and Fined for Multiple Drug Offences

Basseterre, St. Kitts — Randolph Welsh of Lower Monkey Hill, St. Kitts, has been convicted and fined for multiple drug-related offences following his appearance before the Basseterre Magistrate’s Court. Mr Welsh was charged on August 15, 2025, with Possession of Cannabis with Intent to supply, Possession of Cocaine, and Possession of Cocaine with Intent to […]

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9 d. ago SELECT PANELISTS BREAK DOWN THE IMPORTANCE OF HAVING A CAREER

Basseterre: St. Kitts, Monday, November 10, 2025: As an activity within their career week, the Ministry of Education’s School Counsellors Network facilitated a panel discussion for students with the focus on building healthy careers on Tuesday, November 04, at the Zion Moravian Church.  Chief Education Officer Mr. Francil Morris reflected on the relevance of the […]

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9 d. ago Brazil’s Lula Leaves Climate Talks to Cool Caribbean Conflict.

A regional summit in Colombia meant to boost EU–Latin America ties was dominated by outrage over U.S. military strikes on suspected drug boats and rising tensions around Venezuela. The post Brazil’s Lula Leaves Climate Talks to Cool Caribbean Conflict. appeared first on The St Kitts Nevis Observer.

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1 week ago OECS to Host Participatory Webinar on Geothermal Lessons Learned

The Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) Commission, through the GEOBUILD Programme, in collaboration with the Regional Economic Advisor (REA), will host a Participatory Webinar Workshop on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, with invited key stakeholders under the theme: “Turning Experience into Action: Applying 20+ Years of Geothermal Lessons for Future Success.” This important regional event aims […]

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1 week ago Adrian Bart sentenced for assault occasioning actual bodily harm; Timothy Powell fined $5,000 for cocaine possession

St. Kitts and Nevis (WINN)—In court-related matters from the police blotter, Adrian Bart of Cabbage Tree Cayon, who is currently serving time at His Majesty’s Prison, has been sentenced for assault occasioning actual bodily harm. The offence occurred on June 20, 2023. Bart pleaded guilty and was ordered to pay $750 in compensation by April […]

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1 week ago ICC confirms war crimes charges against Uganda’s rebel leader Joseph Kony

The International Criminal Court confirmed 39 charges against Kony, paving the way for a trial if he is ever captured. By David D. Lee and News Agencies (Al Jazeera) – Judges at the International Criminal Court (ICC) have confirmed war crimes and crimes against humanity charges against Ugandan rebel leader Joseph Kony, nearly two decades after the court […]

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1 week ago Fitzroy Challenger Sentenced for Burglary with Intent to Rape

Basseterre, St. Kitts  — Fitzroy Challenger of St. Kitts has been sentenced to a term of imprisonment at His Majesty’s Prison for the offence of Burglary with Intent to Rape, committed on January 2nd, 2023, in Basseterre. Mr Challenger had previously entered a guilty plea to the charge. He was sentenced to eight (8) years’ […]

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2 w. ago Seven charged with terrorism for bombing gas station in Guyana

(Demerara Wave) – Four Venezuelans and three Guyanese were on Tuesday charged with terrorism related to the bombing of the Mobil gas station on Regent and King streets, Georgetown more than one week ago, the Guyana Police Force said on Tuesday. Police said they would appear in court at 9 a.m. on Wednesday to be […]

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2 w. ago CDF and Afreximbank Advance Strategic Partnership with New Climate

The collaboration between the CARICOM Development Fund (CDF) and the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) will be significantly advanced through the establishment of a new blended finance facility, the Green Growth, Resilience and Sustainability Facility (GRSF). This formed a critical part of the discussion at an introductory meeting between the CEO of the CARICOM Development Fund […]

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2 w. ago UN Chief Slams Trump’s Drug Boat Bombings as “Extrajudicial Killings”.

The UN’s human rights chief says US strikes on alleged drug-smuggling boats in the Caribbean and Pacific amount to illegal extrajudicial killings, drawing sharp regional and international criticism. The post UN Chief Slams Trump’s Drug Boat Bombings as “Extrajudicial Killings”. appeared first on The St Kitts Nevis Observer.

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2 w. ago ‘We Asked For It, And Now We’ve Got It’: Bryan on US Navy in Caribbean.

Governor Bryan welcomed the U.S. military buildup in the Caribbean, saying it improves security, boosts the Virgin Islands’ economy, and strengthens regional cooperation against drug trafficking, despite criticism from other Caribbean governments. The post ‘We Asked For It, And Now We’ve Got It’: Bryan on US Navy in Caribbean. appeared first on The St Kitts Nevis Observer.

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2 w. ago US Strikes on Alleged Drug Boats ‘Unacceptable’ UN Human Rights Chief Says Extrajudicial Killings Must Stop

GENEVA (AP): The UN human rights chief said Friday that US military strikes against boats in the Caribbean Sea and eastern Pacific Ocean allegedly carrying illegal drugs from South America are “unacceptable” and must stop. The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Türk, called for an investigation into the strikes, in what appeared to […]

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2 w. ago Greene Browne Charged with Cannabis Cultivation and Possession

Nevis Charlestown : The Royal St. Christopher and Nevis Police Force (RSCNPF) has charged Greene Browne of Maddens, Nevis, with Cultivation of Cannabis and Possession of Cannabis with Intent to Supply. During the execution of a search warrant at Mr Browne’s residence on October 30, 2025, officers discovered a total of seventy (70) plants suspected […]

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