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Save West Indies cricket
searchlight 
September 16, 2016
One is tempted to ask, what is happening in West Indies cricket, given the continuing series of incidents, but perhaps it is more accurate to say that...
Editorial
Sports against crime?
searchlight 
September 13, 2016
Violent crime and its devastating and deadly effects continue to be a major area of concern in St Vincent and the Grenadines. This is especially so, g...
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Government comes late to Liat party, but better late than never
searchlight 
September 9, 2016
The Government of St Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG) has been perhaps the most consistently vocal supporter of the regional airline LIAT, in which it...
Editorial
Getting the small and large things right
searchlight 
September 6, 2016
It should be safe to say that our international airport would be opened some time in the next 12 months or so. Construction crews are at work putting ...
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National discussion on CSEC performance long overdue
searchlight 
September 2, 2016
A few years ago, after some disappointing national CSEC results in mathematics and English A, the Ministry of Education promised a national discussion...
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Our College students, their options and choices
searchlight 
August 30, 2016
This is undoubtedly an exciting time for 900 of our nation’s brightest. Over the next few days, with letters of acceptance firmly in hand, 900 of ou...
Editorial
Election Financing again
searchlight 
August 26, 2016
On August 16, SEARCHLIGHT carried a story on its front page about the deposit of EC$1.35 million in the bank account of a lawyer with connections to t...
Editorial
Schools of excellence
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August 23, 2016
"In the abundance of water, the fools are thirsty.” Bob Marley Thirsty men need water. That Bob Marley understood, as in fact does everyone else. Bu...
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Community policing: the time is now
searchlight 
August 19, 2016
For the academic year beginning in September 2016, the University of the West Indies (UWI) will be offering three certificate programs in criminology ...
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No surrender in defence of press freedom
searchlight 
August 16, 2016
Over the last two months, Searchlight has engaged the Government in making the case that the Cybercrime Bill be amended to protect journalists. We bel...
Editorial
‘Operation Illegal Guns’ re-visited
searchlight 
August 12, 2016
On July 27, residents of Rose Place woke up to an extraordinary moment in the history of Vincentian policing: 100 police men and women from different ...
Editorial
St Vincent and the Grenadines and the Olympics
searchlight 
August 9, 2016
The St Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG) team to the 2016 Olympics in Rio de Janeiro is a tiny one, but our delegates carry with them the hopes and spi...
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The final Cybercrime Bill should be fair, balanced and reasonable
searchlight 
August 5, 2016
It is a pity that our parliamentary system does not allow for the publication of reports of Select Committees before those reports are submitted to Pa...
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Yet another crack in the glass ceiling!
searchlight 
July 29, 2016
Whatever one thinks of the politics of US presidential contender Hillary Clinton, the significance of her selection as the first female presidential c...
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The CDC and the regulation of private events
searchlight 
July 26, 2016
An interesting debate is taking place in the press, on radio, social media and where ever Carnival lovers gather about the role of the Carnival Develo...
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Volunteers going to war on Zika
searchlight 
July 22, 2016
The Ministry of Health’s plan to train 500 young Public Health Volunteers to work as foot soldiers in the war against Zika is a commendable initiati...
Editorial
The world in turmoil
searchlight 
July 19, 2016
The Bahamas, in a interesting twist in international diplomacy, issued, a little less than two weeks ago, a rare travel advisory for any of its citize...
Editorial
While Antigua and Barbados fight, SVG and Dominica suffer
searchlight 
July 15, 2016
Will the perennial problem of LIAT and the poor service travellers into and out of St Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG) have to endure every July and D...
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Respecting our seniors in the autumn of their years
searchlight 
July 12, 2016
How all things flash, how all things flare! Time is the school in which we learn Time is the fire in which we burn The June-July months occupy a speci...
Editorial
Carnival is peace – at a price
searchlight 
July 8, 2016
“Carnival is mas and music, Carnival is calypso, Carnival is mas and steelband, Carnival is peace.” In 1975, Becket sang his way to the Calypso Mo...
Editorial
Not Winston Soso’s Carnival
searchlight 
July 1, 2016
"In the heat ah de jamming, she want to go home She say: ‘all me family gone, we go be alone’ Just as we reach, she take off she costume and put o...
Editorial
Do not stare into the abyss
searchlight 
June 28, 2016
In an age when most people associate global instability with wars, civil wars, and international terrorism originating in the Middle East, few remembe...
Editorial
A Carnival in transition
searchlight 
June 24, 2016
In 1977, Black Messenger sang: "Carnival is here again; I know man go jump whether sun or rain Carnival is here again; dis time in July is a new thing...
Editorial
It is graduation time again
searchlight 
June 21, 2016
This is the time of the year when all across St Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG) parents and their children, teachers and educational officials, and a...
Editorial
The Orlando massacre – Bigotry Squared
searchlight 
June 17, 2016
On Monday, June 13, 2016 in Orlando, Florida, hundreds of revelers attending a club that catered to Orlando’s gay and lesbian community met the inco...
Editorial
The price of freedom is eternal vigilance
searchlight 
June 14, 2016
Some Vincentians may be familiar with the name Edward Snowden. Right now he is in Russia, effectively beyond the reach of American law. Not too many p...
Editorial
Time to bring out the iron fist
searchlight 
June 10, 2016
Today St Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG) is experiencing a surge in fatal shootings that has the potential to destabilize the society. Of course, the...
Editorial
Muhammad Ali – The Greatest
searchlight 
June 7, 2016
In his greatest poem entitled, "For the Fallen”, Robert Laurence Binyon writes: "They shall grow not old as we that are left grow old Age shall not ...
Editorial
Criminal deportees and the crime situation
searchlight 
June 3, 2016
Crimes of a particularly violent nature are increasingly causing serious problems for law enforcement throughout the Caribbean and Latin America and i...
Editorial
An average hurricane season has been predicted – be prepared
searchlight 
May 31, 2016
The 2016 hurricane season does not officially begin until tomorrow, June 1, but already, over the past few days, we have been experiencing heavy, inte...
Editorial
The Venezuela situation – our response
searchlight 
May 27, 2016
Throughout the Caribbean, Latin America and the Americas as a whole, there is great and growing concern about the situation in Venezuela. There, polit...
Editorial
Bans imposed by Ministry impractical
searchlight 
May 24, 2016
In what appears to be a knee jerk reaction, the Ministry of Education yesterday banned all school outings to picnic sites close to rivers and beaches;...
Editorial
How do we tackle this apparent rise in crime?
searchlight 
May 20, 2016
There are far too many guns on the streets of St Vincent and the Grenadines in the hands of lawless, misguided individuals who have no respect for hum...
Editorial
Cozier – legendary voice of West Indies cricket, is no more
searchlight 
May 13, 2016
SEARCHLIGHT joins with the global outpouring of grief at the news of the death of legendary Caribbean cricket journalist Tony Cozier and in expressing...
Editorial
We must condemn attacks on our police
searchlight 
May 10, 2016
Police officers have special responsibilities in society, responsibilities with which they are solemnly invested, to protect and serve the people of t...
Editorial
MOTHER’S DAY: emphasis on young mothers
searchlight 
May 6, 2016
This upcoming Sunday, we pay tribute to and honour the mothers of our nation. Traditionally, the focus on this occasion is on the mothers of the older...
Editorial
LIAT must get its act together
searchlight 
April 29, 2016
There seems to be no end to the woes facing the regional airline, LIAT, and no end to the tribulations heaped upon hapless travellers in the region as...
Editorial
Service providers must respond to complaints
searchlight 
April 26, 2016
As modernity catches up with even small, underdeveloped states, a number of fundamental changes take place in the economy. Historically, the small sta...
Editorial
We need to be more responsible with our statements and actions
searchlight 
April 22, 2016
It is difficult in the absence of concrete evidence to point fingers in any particular direction, but it is also reasonable to question whether the wo...
Editorial
Now Jamaica
searchlight 
April 19, 2016
Seven years ago, the voters of this country handed Prime Minister Dr Ralph Gonsalves his biggest political defeat when they rejected his "root and bra...
Editorial
Time to take preventative measures to ensure safety on our beaches
searchlight 
April 15, 2016
The recent sad occurrences of beach drownings, especially as young people were victims, give us all reason to sit up and reflect on such incidents, th...
Editorial
Celebrating the Chorale and Pat Prescod
searchlight 
April 12, 2016
One of the national treasures of St Vincent and the Grenadines is celebrating its 60th anniversary this year. For many Vincentians, the New Kingstown ...
Editorial
Is there a chasm between the Office of the DPP and the Police Service?
searchlight 
April 8, 2016
We sense that there is a distance between the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) and the Police Service and that the distance may be ...
Editorial
Setting minimum wages is one thing …
searchlight 
April 5, 2016
There is certain social legislation, which when enacted and enforced, leads to a transformation in the quality of life of the people of a country. The...
Editorial
Women and Violence
searchlight 
April 1, 2016
Traditional stereotypes which cast women as the weaker, gentler sex have led to double standards that often cause acts of violence perpetrated by wome...
Editorial
Obama’s visit brings renewed hope at Easter
searchlight 
March 24, 2016
This weekend is the most important in the Christian calendar. It is the Easter weekend, beginning with Good Friday when Christians commemorate the cru...
Editorial
Christianity, Lent, Easter and our Culture
searchlight 
March 18, 2016
This society prides itself on being staunchly “Christian” to the extent that our Constitution affirms that the Nation is founded on the belief in ...
Editorial
Our tourism industry is under threat
searchlight 
March 11, 2016
THE CHARACTER OF our economy has drastically changed over the past three to four decades. Whereas before, we were overwhelmingly dependent on agricult...
Editorial
Why has progress towards gender parity slowed?
searchlight 
March 8, 2016
Today is International Women’s Day (IWD), a day set aside by the United Nations to celebrate the social, cultural and political achievement of women...
Editorial
West Indies cricket again
searchlight 
March 4, 2016
When the West Indies Under-19 cricket team including our own left-handed opener Gidron Pope won the World Cup last month, hopes of Caribbean cricket f...
Editorial
It’s not a bad thing to first get all the facts
searchlight 
March 1, 2016
We live in a rush to judgement era, where we convict first and collect evidence later. St Vincent and the Grenadines is as much a part of this phenome...
Editorial
The world has changed and is changing
searchlight 
February 26, 2016
During the presentations on the 2016 Budget, (one cannot call it a debate in the absence of the Opposition), Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of For...
Editorial
The NDP’s boycott of Parliament – a missed opportunity
searchlight 
February 23, 2016
Protests against the 2015 general elections notwithstanding, the New Democratic Party (NDP) is missing a real opportunity by not turning up to Parliam...
Editorial
Teachers’ judgement raises questions and places issues on the table
searchlight 
February 19, 2016
The judgement handed down by Justice Brian Cottle last week in the matter brought against the Government by three teachers who contested the 2010 gene...
Editorial
Walking tightrope and doing the balancing act
searchlight 
February 12, 2016
A new row has broken out in the lovely Grenadine island of Canouan over access by locals to the island’s natural resources, and their rights vis a v...
Editorial
Rip off the band-aid in one swift go!
searchlight 
February 9, 2016
“It is not enough to stare up the steps; we must step up the stairs.” – Vaclav Havel A fitting quote for the current plans to clean up our capit...
Editorial
Dry season, drought and fires
searchlight 
February 5, 2016
This time of year traditionally ushers in the dry season though with the vagaries of climate change, there are many variations in traditional weather ...
Editorial
Study of history gives perspective
searchlight 
February 2, 2016
Recently, minister of Education “Jimmy” Prince spoke of the Government’s intention to place greater emphasis on history in our schools, particul...
Editorial
Arrowroot industry showing positive signs
searchlight 
January 29, 2016
For years now, agricultural production in our country, and indeed much of the region has been shrouded under a cloak of gloom and doom. Many have been...
Editorial
Let’s put the experience gained from Chikungunya to work with Zika
searchlight 
January 26, 2016
Hopefully, the experience of the residents of St Vincent and the Grenadines with the Chikungunya virus about 18 months ago was so traumatic that every...
Editorial
The Argyle International Airport
searchlight 
January 22, 2016
When Prime Minister Dr Ralph Gonsalves delivers his 2016 Budget Address, besides the usual deep interest in fiscal matters, particularly revenue measu...
Editorial
Urgent widespread public education on our laws needed
searchlight 
January 19, 2016
The discussion currently taking place among members of the public, especially holders of firearm permits, about where firearms can be legally taken is...
Editorial
We stand our ground
Searchlight 
January 15, 2016
We respect the decision of the New Democratic Party (NDP) to support the call of a particular political activist not to engage with SEARCHLIGHT, but r...
Editorial
Traffic police should be better armed for the fight
Searchlight 
January 12, 2016
Today marks one year since the occurrence of what is arguably one of the worst traffic accidents in the history of this country. The Rock Gutter trage...
Editorial
Is national reconciliation an unattainable goal for St Vincent and the Grenadines?
Searchlight 
January 8, 2016
The results of the December 9 general elections again reinforced the political division in this tiny country of ours. Yet, divided as we are, in terms...
Editorial
Music and learning
Searchlight 
January 5, 2016
It has been well documented that the creative arts can play an important role in nurturing young people as children blossom when engaged using multi-s...
Editorial
May 2016 be a year of change in our hearts, peace and prosperity for Vincentians
searchlight 
December 29, 2015
The end of the year usually is a time when individuals, organizations and nations reflect on the months past and plan for what the future may hold. As...
Editorial
A happy and holy Christmas season
searchlight 
December 22, 2015
Christians around the world will this Friday mark one of the most important dates on the religious calendar, December 25, Christmas Day. This being th...
Editorial
Democracy can be unkind but we must be mature
searchlight 
December 18, 2015
Democracy can be unkind to half the population but it demands of both sides a duty to be mature. It behooves the victor to govern in the interest of A...
Editorial
It is not the mirror at fault
searchlight 
December 15, 2015
The mirror does not always flatter us. Over the last few days, SEARCHLIGHT was taken to task in some quarters for publication of photographs showing s...
Editorial
The campaign is over
searchlight 
December 8, 2015
Finally and thankfully, we have come to the end of a drawn-out election campaign which has grabbed the attention of the populace, diverted scarce reso...
Editorial
Turn out and vote; respect the election laws
searchlight 
December 4, 2015
The next five days will be characterised by an unparalleled intensification of the election campaign, as the contending forces strain every sinew in a...
Editorial
That crucial youth vote
searchlight 
December 1, 2015
The last time the New Democratic Party (NDP) was in government, those people on the voters’ list who have just turned 18 were three or four years ol...
Editorial
Do or die elections
searchlight 
November 27, 2015
The past few general elections held in St Vincent and the Grenadines have been characterized by the intensity of campaigning, so much so that each one...
Editorial
Opting out is not an option
searchlight 
November 24, 2015
The candidates have been nominated, the period of special registration is over. The next big step in the elections process will take place on December...
Editorial
Let the 2015 general elections reflect the maturation of our society
searchlight 
November 20, 2015
General elections are by their very nature contentious and divisive. They tend to bring out both the best and worst in us, the latter more than the fo...
Editorial
Vincy Heat players need to be given wings
searchlight 
November 17, 2015
Last Friday, this country’s senior men’s national football team (Vincy Heat) suffered a 6-1 drubbing by the USA. The young team clearly played the...
Editorial
An opportunity to focus in a positive direction
searchlight 
November 13, 2015
As we prepare for next month’s general elections, it is heartening to note that serious attempts are being made to have voters make their choices, n...
Editorial
Twenty-nine days to go
searchlight 
November 10, 2015
The waiting is over. After months of speculation and consultation of the scriptures, we now know that voters in this country will go to the polls in 2...
Editorial
Vincy Heat and Tourism – a golden opportunity
searchlight 
November 6, 2015
Next Friday our nation’s footballers embark on the next stage of their ambitious campaign to try and win a qualifying spot in the 2018 World Cup fin...
Editorial
Health care under focus
searchlight 
November 3, 2015
It is not unusual for electoral campaigns to degenerate in the direction of personal and partisan attacks rather than focus on serious proposals for d...
Editorial
Damned if you do, damned if you don’t
searchlight 
October 30, 2015
As has become customary, Prime Minister Ralph Gonsalves delivered a hefty package of 14 announcements, two short of a metaphoric pound, during his Ind...
Editorial
Let us set examples of patriotism and love
searchlight 
October 23, 2015
Next Tuesday, our still-young nation celebrates its 36th anniversary of Independence. It is an occasion which is much revered and respected in many co...
Editorial
Just a few more weeks to go
searchlight 
October 20, 2015
St Vincent and the Grenadines goes to the polls in less than two months time. We can say that with some measure of certainty, because the Prime Minist...
Editorial
The biggest losers
searchlight 
October 16, 2015
Were there any winners or losers in this week’s attempt by the leadership of the St Vincent and the Grenadines Teachers Union (SVGTU) and the Public...
Editorial
Mental disorders on the rise in this social networking era
searchlight 
October 13, 2015
Last Saturday, October 10, was commemorated throughout the world as World Mental Health Day. We do not have statistics on the incidence of mental illn...
Editorial
Independence 2015 has special significance
searchlight 
October 9, 2015
We are into the month of October, Independence month in St Vincent and the Grenadines. It is definitely our last Independence celebrations before the ...
Editorial
The Ashton Lagoon Restoration project – long overdue
searchlight 
October 6, 2015
Most times, when discussions are held about circumstances and consequences of the failed Ottley Hall Marina Project, no mention is made of another unf...
Editorial
Reading for living and for productivity
searchlight 
October 2, 2015
As the publisher of a newspaper, it only stands to reason that we should share in the concern being expressed publicly about the degree to which readi...
Editorial
The airport project and accountability to Parliament
searchlight 
September 29, 2015
The international airport project at Argyle is so strategically important to our country, restricted as we are in our developmental thrust by the lack...
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BOSVG warns customers of social media scams
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BOSVG warns customers of social media scams
Christina 
May 30, 2025
Bank of St Vincent and the Grenadines (BOSVG) has issued an ‘urgent warning’ to its customers about fraudulent online schemes. The notice came via ema...
‘I am not responsible for people’s  behavioural  problems’ – PM Gonsalves
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‘I am not responsible for people’s behavioural problems’ – PM Gonsalves
Webmaster 
May 30, 2025
Prime Minister Dr Ralph Gonsalves has sounded another warning for citizens of St Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG) to “ stay away from criminality”. Dr...
Economy seeing signs of growth, says  Minister of Finance
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Economy seeing signs of growth, says Minister of Finance
Webmaster 
May 30, 2025
This country’s Minister of Finance, Camillo Gonsalves, says the economy today is stronger than it was a year ago, and continues to rebound from the mu...
Canadian Spiritual Baptist leader ‘Blown Away’ by Thanksgiving Celebrations
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Canadian Spiritual Baptist leader ‘Blown Away’ by Thanksgiving Celebrations
Webmaster 
May 30, 2025
Elect Apostolic Bishop, Lennon Diaz, of the Spiritual Baptist Faith Incorporated worldwide was wowed by celebrations to mark the inaugural National Sp...
Fraser Confident he could unseat ‘Major’ in Central Kingstown
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Fraser Confident he could unseat ‘Major’ in Central Kingstown
Webmaster 
May 30, 2025
A love for people and a mission to improve the socio-economic condition in Central Kingstown by focusing on youth development is what has spurred Paul...

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