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(ZIZ)--Public safety in Nevis is a Federal responsibility which has been met by my office through manpower, resources, and training. Nevis had an 8 percent increase in crime in 2013. While no one likes increases in crime, Nevis can be proud…

(ZIZ) A man wanted in connection with an attempted murder case has turned himself in to police. On Friday the police asked the public for their help to find Rasheem Gaskin of Yearwood Street, Cayon and on Saturday he surrendered himself to…

Basseterre, St. Kitts (CUOPM) -- The pursuit of peace and stability must be a critical component of any development strategy and is an important precondition to social and economic development. So says St. Kitts and Nevis’ Prime Minister…

Basseterre, St. Kitts (CUOPM) -- The exceptional level of participation in the Carnival and Christmas activities and the extent of the shopping and consumer expenditure just before and during the festive season is indicative of the great…

BASSETERRE, ST. KITTS (CUOPM) -- Civil servants in St. Kitts and Nevis began the first full week on the job following the Christmas/Carnival season knowing that they will be carrying home more money this year. During the presentation of…

Basseterre, St. Kitts (CUOPM) -- The People Employment Programme (PEP) contributed substantially to the stimulation of the economy over the past year. Prime Minister the Right Hon. Dr. Denzil L. Douglas said the PEP is also helping to…

(ZIZ News) A film commission established in Nevis is expanding to include a subcommittee in St. Kitts. Film commissioner Abdul Karim Ahmed says the goal is to set up point persons in both islands to work with overseas film companies who…

(ZIZ)-- Cultural Educator Victor Sams is in St. Kitts promoting a program that involves youths in the preservation of the Caribbean’s Cultural Heritage. Sams who is from St. Eustatius with Kittitian parentage has a musical background as a…

(ZIZ)-- Two nationals of St. Kitts and Nevis have made it on to Caribbean Journal’s list of ‘the Caribbean’s 25 Most Interesting People For 2013” According to the journal’s website Tourism Minister the Hon Ricky Skerritt was recognized for…

(ZIZ)-- In the midst of Carnival the Ministry of Health has been complimented for keeping the streets clean and the environment healthy in light of the on-going festivities. Chief Environmental Health Officer Alexander Riley says they have…

BASSETERRE, ST. KITTS, JANUARY 3RD 2014 (CUOPM) – The keynote speaker at the Prime Minister’s 2014 New Year’s Gala this Saturday 4th January is Mr. Tavis Smiley. This has been disclosed by Chairperson of the Prime Minister’s Gala…

(ZIZ)-- The Small Axe Band has taken the 2013 2014 Road March title with their song “Hardware”. Carnival Committee Chairman Sylvester Anthony made the announcement yesterday morning on ZIZ Radio. He also announced that Fhunn Vybes Colour…

(ZIZ)-- Four nationals have been awarded for their contribution to the nation in various fields. They have been appointed by Queen Elizabeth II on advice of the Federal Government. Joseph Llewellyn Edmeade has been awarded the Commander…

NIA Charlestown Nevis -- My fellow Citizens, Residents and Friends, I greet you at the dawn of this New Year and I do so trusting that you have a new perspective on what is possible during this year of our Lord 2014, recognizing that there…

Basseterre St. Kitts (CUOPM) -- St. Kitts and Nevis’ Prime Minister the Rt. Hon. Dr. Denzil L. Douglas has urged nationals and residents of the twin-island Federation to continue to work with his administration. “We are well placed to…