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Calypso Reggie Dies, Prime Minister Harris Offers Condolences

(ZIZ News) – While nationals of St. Kitts and Nevis used Wednesday, September 16th, to honour the lives of the Federation’s National Heroes, many are saddened after learning of the death of well-known entertainer, Reginald "Calypso Reggie"…

National Heroes Honoured During Wreath Laying Ceremony

(ZIZ News) – An appreciative but robust crowd was on hand at the National Heroes Park in St. Paul’s for the National Heroes Day Observances Wreath Laying Ceremony. Government ministers, members of the Opposition, the Diplomatic Corps, and…

Taiwanese Mission Continues Work in St. Kitts-Nevis

(ZIZ News) – The Taiwan Root Medical Peace Corps Mission is continuing its work in St. Kitts and Nevis, providing free medical services to residents, and training for locals. The mission comprises 24 doctors, nurses and volunteers who are…

Toastmasters to Hold Speech Contest

(ZIZ News) -- The Sugar City Toastmasters Club is putting on a competition that it is calling a Humorous and Evaluation Speech Contest. Stewart Francis, member of Sugar City Toastmasters said, members of the club will participate in the…

Scotia Bank Celebrates Independence

(ZIZ News) -- The Bank of Nova Scotia is joining in the Independence celebrations as all three branches have changed their décor to reflect Independence 32. Dave Ramsumair, General Manager and Country Head of Scotia Bank says they have…

Prime Minister Harris Commends Work of Police Officers

(ZIZ News) -- As the Government continues to throw its full support behind the local police force, the country’s Prime Minister and Minister of National Security, Hon. Dr. Timothy Harris, has publicly lauded members of the Royal St.…

FATCA Bill Causes Heated Debate in Parliament

(ZIZ News) -- Tuesday’s sitting of the National Assembly featured heated debates on the Foreign Account Tax Compliance (United States of America) (Implementation and Enforcement of InterGovernmental Agreement) Bill 2015. Prime Minister,…

Nine named for 2015 National Awards

(ZIZ News) -- Nine persons have been named to receive the country’s 2015 national awards. The Star of Merit was awarded to Washington Archibald in the field of Education; Richard Caines in Business and Marjorie Morton for her contribution…

Day Care Centres and Primary Schools Receive Laptops

(ZIZ News) – On Friday, Minister of Education, Hon. Shawn Richards, handed out several laptops to day care centres and primary schools around the island. The receiving institutions were the Dr. William Connor; Bronte Welsh; Tyrell Williams…

New Outlet for Performing Arts and Academic

(ZIZ News) – The Youth Extravaganza Explosion of Arts Academy embraces children and other young people in performing arts and academics. Wricherly Gumbs, the organisation’s owner, said he is passionate about the development of young…

Journey Back In Time” Scenic Tour

(ZIZ News) – The St. Christopher National Trust is putting its final preparations in place to host the fourth “Journey Back in Time” National Heroes' Day Scenic Tour. The event will be held on board the St. Kitts Scenic Railway, this…

PM Optimistic about the Future

(ZIZ News) -- Prime Minister, the Hon. Dr. Timothy Harris says his government remains optimistic about the direction in which the Federation’s economy is heading. Speaking at his monthly press conference last week, Prime Minister Harris,…