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Ten From St. Thomas Receive Pride Of Barbados Honours

A “Queen of Gospel” and a well-known family physician were among 10 persons from the parish of St. Thomas who were bestowed with the Pride of Barbados Award following recent celebrations for We Gatherin’ 2025.

They were the third group of Barbadians to receive the honours at State House from President of Barbados, Her Excellency, The Most Honourable Dame Sandra Mason.

The awards were presented on Monday to the following persons: Donley Carrington, Pedro Greaves, Dr. Adrian Lorde, Magrita Marshall, Chesterfield Mayers, Patricia Ramsay, Maxine Skeete, Denise Armstrong, Reverend Steve Foster, and Monique Herbert. Seven of the awardees are residents of Barbados, while three are from the diaspora.

They were recognised for their contributions in the following areas: educational development, civic duties, youth development, care of the elderly, community activism, advancement of sports, philanthropy, and improving the circumstances of the less fortunate.

Outspoken physician, Dr. Adrian Lorde, said he was humbled by the honour. “I have been living in St. Thomas for the last 35 years and I always wanted to give back…. Since 1978, I have been giving back and I am honoured to receive this [award]. I will continue to do the work that God has given to me to do for my community, country, and the region,” he stated.

Fellow recipient Patricia Ramsay also expressed her gratitude. “I feel honoured to receive such an award. I’ve always done this work not looking for any reward. It is part of my Christian principles; it is part of my profession as a nurse for over 46 years to do diligence to my people, not only in Barbados but internationally.

Pedro Greaves said he was at a loss for words after receiving the award. “I feel ecstatic because I have been giving back and volunteering all my life from 14 years old to the community and Barbados as a whole. This is an award from the people of St. Thomas for what we have done for them in the parish, so it feels good to know that the people that we serve have recognised what we’ve done. So, it is truly an honour, and I’m grateful for it,” Mr. Greaves said. (PR/GIS)

Caption: Seven of the ten recipients of the Pride of Barbados Awards for St. Thomas pose with President of Barbados, The Most Honourable Dame Sandra Mason at State House

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SPECIAL POLLING DAY NOTICE

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Offence To Sell Liquor In St. James North On By-Election Day

The public is advised that on Wednesday, May 21, the day of the by-election in St. James North, it is an offence to sell, offer, expose for sale or give away any intoxicating liquor at any premises in that constituency to which a licence has been issued under the Liquor License Act Cap 182.

In addition, persons are reminded that it is an offence to supply intoxicating liquor to any person on the premises of a club at any time between the opening and closing of the poll.

For more information on the Election Day Regulations, persons should call the Electoral and Boundaries Commission at 535-4800. (PR/GIS)

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Employees Must Be Allowed Reasonable Period For Voting

Employers are reminded that on polling day for the by-election in St. James North on Wednesday, May 21, they must allow each elector in their employ who resides in that constituency a reasonable period of not less than one hour for voting.

Employers must not make any deductions from wages, salaries or any other remuneration, or impose upon the elector any penalty due to their absence for the period of voting.

According to the Election Offences and Controversies Act, any employer who directly or indirectly refuses, or by intimidation, undue influence, or in any other way interferes with an elector’s right to vote, is liable on summary conviction to a fine of $500 or to imprisonment for six months.

For more information on Election Offences, members of the public should call the Electoral and Boundaries Commission at 535-4800.