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BASSETERRE, ST. KITTS, September 9, 2021 (MMS-SKN) — The Department of Cooperatives played a key role in the revitalisation of the Newtown Fishermen Cooperative Society Limited, and Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Cooperatives and Environment, Ms Sharon Rattan, has pledged continued support for the society. “The cooperative, while the oldest, it was dormant for some time and the Registrar of Cooperatives and the Deputy Registrar played a key role in helping to get them back on track,” said Ms Rattan. “We were very happy at the Ministry and at the Department of Cooperatives to help you to come on your…

PRESS RELEASE (September 09, 2021) — Youth leaders from across the Caribbean region concur that an enabling environment is needed for young people across the region to grow and participate in decision-making among other things. Speaking at a regional panel discussion on the topic “Inspiring, Involving and Manifesting Tomorrow’s Leaders,” Caribbean Policy Analyst, Dr. Dalano DaSouza stressed that today’s leaders should be focused on creating the right atmosphere for young people to participate and engage themselves in politics without fear of victimization and backlash. “We have to change the political landscape that we have today. Our current leaders have a…

BASSETERRE, ST. KITTS, September 9, 2021 (MMS-SKN) — Federation’s oldest fishermen cooperative society and the largest based on membership, the Newtown Fishermen Cooperative Society Limited, recently held its annual general meeting at the Department of Fisheries on Newtown Bay Road, and the new Executive Board was inducted at a press conference held at the same venue on Wednesday September 8. At the meeting which was attended by officials from the Ministry of Cooperatives and Environment, and the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Marine Resources, President of the new Executive Board, Mr Craig Tuckett, informed that attempts had been made to revitalise…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, September 09, 2021 (SKNIS): All departments at the St. Christopher Air and Sea Ports Authority (SCASPA), no matter their location, will soon be able to communicate electronically with each other thereby eliminating physical interaction following the implementation of a brand new Port Management System. This was according to Chief Executive Officer (CEO) (Ag.) at SCASPA, Tuffida Stewart while appearing on the September 08 edition of ‘Working for You’. “In terms of building resilience and being in a position to continue in the current environment, we have taken a decision to implement a brand new Port Management System.…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, September 09, 2021 (SKNIS): As the Federation prepares to fully reopen its borders in October 2021, the St. Christopher Air and Sea Ports Authority (SCASPA) has put several measures in place to ensure the smooth and safe reopening in a COVID-19 environment. Joseph Wilson, Seaport Manager at SCASPA, appeared on the September 08 edition of ‘Working for You’ where he outlined several measures that SCASPA continues to implement at the seaport to ensure the safety of everyone. “One of the things that we are doing or have done is the continuous training of our staff because it…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, September 08, 2021 (SKNIS): On Wednesday, September 8, 2021, most schools across St. Kitts reopened their doors to students for the 2021-2022 school year. Minister of Education the Hon. Jonel Powell visited the Cayon High School to encourage teachers and students to strive for academic success while ensuring the full support of the Ministry of Education.“Guys this year is going to be a rollercoaster school year. I’m pretty sure all of you know what is facing us in terms of COVID-19, and that is why you are standing here wearing facemasks and having to go through all these…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, September 08, 2021 (SKNIS): The second cruise pier at Port Zante is completed and will be operationalized when the need arises. Tuffida Stewart, Acting Chief Executive Officer of the St. Christopher Air and Sea Ports Authority (SCASPA), gave the assurance on Wednesday (September 08) during an appearance on the radio and television programme Working for You. “Pier two is ready and is available for vessels to berth for the upcoming season and as early as next month,” Ms. Stewart stated, referencing the expectation that additional cruise vessels will include St. Kitts on their itinerary. She noted that dredging work…

Basseterre: St. Kitts, Wednesday, September 08th, 2021:​ Schools across St. Kitts came alive with the hustling and bustling of teachers, parents and students excited to start the academic year with face-to-face instruction amidst the current COVID-19 cases in the Federation. The ability to assemble during such a time is a blessing and demonstrates the resilience of our people. Addressing the Verchilds High School (VHS) assembly ChiefEducation Officer (CEO), Mr. Francil Morris expressed welcome remarks on behalf of the Ministry of Education to the staff and students both returning and those starting for first time Mr. Morris noted that the guiding theme for this school year is “Safeguarding me! Safeguarding you! Together let us push through. The theme according to the CEO demonstrates the priority that the Ministry of Education places on the health and safety of all employees, students and the school communities. “Our top priority in the Ministry of Education in all decisions is the health and safety and…

Basseterre: St. Kitts, Wednesday, September 08th, 2021:​ Charles A. Halbert (CAH) Public Library joined with several global institutions to commemorate International Literacy Day today, Wednesday, September 08th, 2021 under the theme‘Literacy for a Human-centered Recovery: Narrowing the Digital Divide According to Ms. Petrine Clarke, Librarian at CAH Public Library, the library offers numerous services that enable them to adequately and efficiently contribute to the enhancement of digital literacy amongst the population. “At Charles A Halbert Public Library, we have mounted a display to provide information pertaining to bridging the digital divide…Additional services offered by the library include computer and Wifi access. Patrons are encouraged to carry their devices to the library to gain access to the Wifi,” announced Ms. Clarke. Librarian Clarke indicated that the library offers services of assistance to students wishing to pursue academic studies in the United States of America (USA). “Here we provide assistance to persons who wish to pursue studies at the universities or colleges in the USA. Some assistance provided includes…

Basseterre: St. Kitts, Tuesday, September 7th, 2021:​ The Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis will join the rest of the world to celebrate International Literacy Day (ILD) on September 08th. The 2021 recognition of this day will be celebrated under the global theme ‘Literacy for a Human-centered Recovery: Narrowing the Digital Divide. Secretary-General for the St. Kitts and Nevis National Commission to UNESCO, Ms. Dorothy Warner, expressed that the theme comes at an opportune time as the global community grapples with minimizing the negative impact taking place in education as a result of the pandemic. “The theme, ‘Literacy for a…