SKN Announces Official Funeral For Hugh Heyliger
BASSETERRE, (SKNIS) – The Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis has announced that the late Honourable Hugh C. Heyliger, former Deputy Prime Minister, will be accorded an Official Funeral in recognition of his distinguished service to the nation. The Official Funeral is a formal state-assisted public
PM Drew Commends Security For Festival and Rescue Operation
Basseterre, (SKNIS): Following the successful staging of the 28th Annual St. Kitts Music Festival, Prime Minister and Minister of National Security, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, convened a high-level meeting with the leadership of the nation’s security forces on Monday, June 29, 2026, to review
Four Females Charged With Disorderly Conduct
BASSETERRE: Four people have been charged in connection with an alleged fight at Timothy Beach in Frigate Bay earlier this month.The charges were announced by the Royal St. Christopher And Nevis Police Force on Friday.According to police, Kawanda Prentice and Jahquanna Prentice, both of Stapleton, a
2026 Edition Of St. Kitts Music Festival Closes
BASSETERRE: The 28th St. Kitts Music Festival came to a spectacular close Saturday night, with thousands of patrons leaving Warner Park after what many described as an unforgettable evening of world-class entertainment.From local talent to international superstars, the festival’s final night deliver
PM Drew Outlines Bold Vision For Sustainable SKN
Basseterre, (SKNIS): Prime Minister, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, has shared his vision for the future of Saint Kitts and Nevis over the next decade, describing a nation transformed by sustainability, innovation, economic opportunity, and social progress.Responding to a question during the June
All Rescued as Ferry Sinks En Route to Nevis
BASSETERRE — All passengers and crew aboard the Apple Syder ferry were safely rescued Monday morning after the vessel issued an SOS while en route from St. Kitts to Nevis, prompting a swift emergency response from the St. Kitts and Nevis Coast Guard and civilian fishermen. The circumstances that led
St. Kitts Music Festival Opens Doors to Children
BASSETERRE — Children under 18 will be welcome to attend this year’s St. Kitts Music Festival for its 28th edition, with no age restrictions in place, though organizers are urging parents to supervise minors closely due to some festival elements not suitable for young audiences.Tivanna Wharton, Perm
Water Investments Shield Federation From Historic Drought
BASSETERRE — Prime Minister The Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew says major investments in water infrastructure have helped protect the Federation from what he describes as the worst drought in recorded history, possibly the most severe since the 1920s. During a roundtable press conference, Drew attributed th
Nevis Celebrates Mango with Culinary Festival
BASSETERRE — The Nevis Mango Festival returns July 2-5, featuring more than 60 chefs and new attractions aimed at drawing foodies and tourists to celebrate the island’s culinary heritage and mango varieties.The festival marks a continued effort by the Nevis Tourism Authority to position mango cuisin
Warner Park Transforms Ahead Of Music Festival
BASSETERRE: Warner Park is rapidly taking shape as final preparations continue for the 2026 St. Kitts Music Festival, which gets underway on Thursday night.Activity has been steadily increasing at the venue as organisers and vendors work to get everything ready for three nights of entertainment.The
Nevis Geothermal Drilling To Begin Later This Year
CHARLESTOWN: Geothermal drilling in Nevis is expected to begin later this year as the island moves closer to developing a renewable energy industry capable of powering both Nevis and St. Kitts.Nevlec’s General Manager, Ald Stapleton, recently confirmed preparatory work is already underway, with acti
SKN Takes Center Stage at U.N.
Saint Kitts and Nevis’s vulnerability and resilience country profile pilot programme has been showcased at a high-level United Nations retreat focused on putting the multidimensional vulnerability index into practice.The initiative was featured during one of four thematic sessions held at United Nat