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Shortage of grave markers poses little danger of mix-up, Martin says, since grave-diggers are recording critical information

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10 months ago

August 11, 2022

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The country is experiencing an acute shortage of grave markers, according to Chief Health Inspector Sharon Martin.

Families using the services of the public cemetery have been commenting on this situation for several months, with a grieving resident complaining to REAL News that “even the dead and all ah get advantage now.”

However, Martin promises that, once the material becomes available, the unmarked graves will be marked out and the stakes will be planted next to them.

She says the grave-diggers are paying very careful attention to this situation and there is unlikely to be any mix-up, since the information is already recorded.

The grave marker reflects the number of the particular death in a given year.

Meanwhile, as complaints continue about the overcrowding at the St. John’s Public Cemetery, there is still no word on when the Tomlinson site will be prepared to accommodate burials.

Designs reportedly have been created and paid for, and the new cemetery is expected to offer a crematorium, among other amenities on offer at a modern-day cemetery.

Martin admits she has not been informed on anything concerning the new cemetery, noting that interments are still taking place in community burial grounds.

In the meantime, addressing vandalism at the Public Cemetery, Martin says that persons are removing parts of the wrought-iron fence in order to take a shortcut to the Upper Fort Road area.

Reports are that fencing on the southern and northern sides of the graveyard have been removed.

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Mother Pleads for Assistance in Unlocking Missing Son’s Phone, as Police Cyber Lab Hit by Mold Infestation

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3 hours ago

June 10, 2023

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SOURCE: REAL NEWS – Noah Hurst, a 24-year-old from Lightfoot, has been missing for three weeks, leaving his family increasingly frustrated with the lack of assistance from the police.

Despite reporting his disappearance, there have been no significant developments in locating Noah, and communication with the police has been limited.

Noah’s mother, Maria Hurst, typically reaches out to officers for updates but has received no encouraging information so far.

Maria Hurst mother of missing man Noah Hurst

Compounding their challenges, Noah’s cell phone, left behind in his bedroom, is password protected, hindering progress in obtaining crucial information.

Although the device was submitted to the police, the cyber lab’s alleged mold infestation has rendered it unusable at present.

In light of these obstacles, Hurst is appealing to anyone with expertise in accessing password-protected cell phones to contact her or her husband.

They hope to uncover potential clues about Noah’s whereabouts.

Despite the difficulties, Hurst remains hopeful that her son will be found unharmed and reunited with their loving family.

Contact numbers for the parents: Maria Hurst – 784-0060, and spouse – 772-8018.

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Men to Engage in Summer Institute Camp

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6 hours ago

June 10, 2023

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Young men will be given an opportunity this summer to interact with and learn from positive and relatable role models with the hopes of providing them with tools for self-improvement

The Director of Gender Affairs, in its thrust to invest in the island’s young people, will be hosting a Men Engage Summer Institute (MES-I) Summer Camp

The one-week event, is, according to the DoGA is designed to explore the male perspective on issues related to Gender and Masculinity, Conflict Resolution, Emergency Disaster Preparedness, Health & Wellness, Life Skills, Substance Abuse, Sports and much more.

Directorate of Gender Affairs, Mr. Jamie Saunders says the event is being held at a critical time in Antigua and Barbuda.

“The Men Engage Summer Institute will be taking place at a critical time, as the nation grapples with an increase in delinquency and deviant behaviour amongst youth, particularly young men. MESI will aim to reinforce positive values and principles amongst participants and provide them a safe space to explore issues and challenges that are relevant to them,” he added

The MES-I Summer Camp, which will host boys between the ages of 11-15, will be held at the T.N. Kirnon Primary School and will run from July 10th – 14th, 2023 from 9AM – 3PM.

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Legal Fraternity Mourns the Loss of Distinguished Jurist, Justice Clare Henry

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9 hours ago

June 10, 2023

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The legal fraternity is grieving the loss of Justice Clare Henry, a renowned jurist from Antigua and Barbuda.

Following a period of illness, the retired High Court judge passed away in the United States.

Justice Henry’s legal career began as a law assistant and senior law assistant in the New York City Civil Court and the New York State Supreme Court in Brooklyn, having completed her studies at New York Law School.

She subsequently served as crown counsel in the Attorney General’s chambers for Antigua and Barbuda from 1986 to 1989 before establishing her private law practice.

In 1994, she became a magistrate, later ascending to the position of Chief Magistrate in 2000.

Recognizing her expertise and contributions, Justice Clare Henry was appointed as a High Court judge for the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court in 2004.

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