Tropical Storm Jerry strengthens, northern Leeward islands under watch

Trop­i­cal Storm Jer­ry has in­ten­si­fied in­to a mod­er­ate trop­i­cal storm and con­tin­ues on a north-west­ward track as it nears the north­ern Lee­ward is­lands. As of 2:00 pm to­day, Wednes­day 8 Oc­to­ber 2025, Trop­i­cal Storm Jer­ry was...

Forecast keeps Jerry’s centre north of the islands

CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHAT’S APP GROUP Tropical Storm Jerry is continuing its west-northwest track across the Atlantic, with forecasters warning that the system could strengthen into a hurricane by the weekend as it nears the northern Leeward...

Second Cohort Successfully Completes the Montserrat Care Certificate Course

The Ministry of Health and Social Services is pleased to announce that thirteen (13) caregivers have successfully completed the six-month Montserrat Care Certificate Course. This second cohort of trained caregiver marks another significant step...

Four Caribbean countries sign CRFM agreement

BELMOPAN, Belize (CMC) — The Caribbean Regional Fisheries Mechanism (CRFM) says four regional countries have signed on to the agreement formalising their membership in the 22-year-old institution, inaugurated in Belize in March 2003. The CRFM said...

Tropical Storm Jerry expected to become hurricane as it nears Leeward Islands

Oct. 8 (UPI) -- Tropical Storm Jerry is expected to strengthen into a hurricane just east of the Leeward Islands in the next day, the National Hurricane Center said Wednesday. The storm formed about midday Tuesday and had strengthened slightly...

Tropical Storm Jerry to become hurricane as it nears Leeward Islands

Tropical Storm Jerry is expected to bring heavy rains that could trigger flash floods in the Northern Leeward Islands. Photo courtesy of the NOAA Oct. 8 (UPI) -- Tropical Storm Jerry is expected to strengthen into a hurricane just east of the...

Tropical Storm Watch Issued for Antigua, St. Kitts, Nevis, and Montserrat

The government of Antigua and Barbuda has issued a Tropical Storm Watch for Antigua, St. Kitts, Nevis, and Montserrat. SUMMARY OF WATCHES AND WARNINGS IN EFFECT A Tropical Storm Watch is in effect for: Antigua, Barbuda, and Anguilla St. Kitts,...

CWI launches second round of foundational training, in Leeward Islands and St. Vincent & The Grenadines

Course Instructors Mr. Brendon Ramlal (left) and Mr. Keshava Ramphal (second right) with participants at Coolidge Cricket Ground, Antigua. Photo: CWIIn alignment with what it identifies as its “strategic approach” of cultivating a robust,...

  4 Caribbean countries sign the CRFM Agreement

CRFM Executive Director, Dr. Marc Williams (center), welcomes the decisive move by Anguilla, The Bahamas, Dominica, and Montserrat to formalize their membership in the CRFM (Photo: Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Marine Resources, Saint...

Reimagining Montserrat: Cutting the Friction, Capturing the Visitor

Imagine this: Someone scrolling through Instagram sees a breathtaking video of Montserrat; the black sand beach, the lush trails, the sizzling pan of fried fish with breadfruit chips. They’re hooked. They want in. But then the trail goes cold. No...

Montserrat Goes Pink to Honour Cancer Survivors and Encourage Breast Health

Montserrat offices and staff turned pink on Friday, October 4, for the annual Pink Friday initiative to remember loved ones who lost their fight with breast cancer and to remind everyone to get their breast checks. Both men and women can be...

$2.1mln Secured for Loans to Business Sector

Small and medium-sized businesses are set to benefit from a series of new relief measures and financial support initiatives unveiled in the Legislative Assembly. Premier and Minister of Finance Reuben T. Meade confirmed that a soft loan initiative...

Montserrat Civil Service Association Elects New Executive at 2025 AGM

(Press release) On Wednesday, October 1, 2025, the Montserrat Civil Service Association (MCSA) successfully hosted its Annual General Meeting (AGM) at the Brades Arts and Education Centre. The AGM provided an opportunity for members to reflect on...

Montserrat’s NHS Medical Quota Under Scrutiny After Cases of Brown and Baker

Montserrat’s system for sending patients overseas for specialist medical care is under renewed scrutiny, as recent cases highlight gaps in the UK’s NHS quota scheme that have left vulnerable residents without adequate support. During the September...

Tobago teen crowned Caribbean regional Junior Minister of Tourism

Sixteen-year-old Jolé St. John, Tobago’s Junior Secretary of Tourism, has been crowned winner of the Caribbean Tourism Organization’s (CTO) 21st Regional Tourism Youth Congress, held Thursday at the Hilton Barbados Resort. - Advertisement - Part...

Montserrat, PAHO Advance Plans to Boost Health Care

The Pan American Health Organization/World Health Organization (PAHO/WHO) and the Government of Montserrat are partnering to accelerate health system strengthening through a focused package of technical cooperation made possible, in part, by...

Montserrat Calypsonian “Shorty” in Urgent Need of UK Medical Care

Montserratian calypsonian Robert Baker, affectionately known as “Shorty,” is fighting for his life in Jamaica as he awaits urgent medical treatment that doctors say is unavailable in Montserrat. Baker, 63, travelled to Antigua and then Jamaica...

Montserrat Preparing for Post-Aid Future

Montserrat’s government has sought to reassure the public that it is ready for the island’s graduation from Overseas Development Assistance (ODA) in 2026, despite concerns from opposition members about the potential impact on core services. During...

Montserrat Developing Care Pathway for Chronic Kidney Disease

The Ministry of Health and Social Services has confirmed that it is working on a comprehensive care pathway for chronic kidney disease (CKD), including future dialysis services. Acting Health Minister Dwayne Hixon explained during Tuesday’s...

Tobago’s Jolé St. John is CTO 2025 Regional Tourism Youth Congress Winner

Regional Tourism Youth Congress participants with (l-r) Charles Fernandez, Minister of Tourism of Antigua and Barbuda; Dona Regis-Prosper, CTO Secretary-General; Councillor Tashia Burris, Secretary of Tourism, Tobago; Ian Gooding-Edghill, CTO...