As St. Lucy honours ten outstanding residents who have contributed to the upliftment and development of the parish in various ways, Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley says Government is laser-focused on delivering to the people. She was speaking as officials, awardees and others gathered at State House for the honours to be conferred by President of Barbados, Her Excellency the Most Honourable Dame Sandra Mason. Our Wendy Burke has more.

Barbadians are being told the economy is at a great place with 4% growth last year and another 3% predicted for 2025. Governor of the Central Bank Dr. Kevin Greenidge delivered the good news during the review of Barbados’ economic performance for January to December 2024. Anesta Henry has the report.

As the 2025 track and field season heats up, the Joseph Payne Memorial Classic was the latest meet at the Usain Bolt Sports Complex. CBC’s Ann-Marie Burke takes a look at the 200 metre events.