Former parliamentarian and educator Luther St. Aubyn Thorne passed away at the age of 77, marking the end of a distinguished life dedicated to education and public service in Barbados. Beginning his career as a pupil teacher, Thorne spent over four decades shaping young minds before entering politics in 1956 at the encouragement of Grantley Adams. As Barbados’ first Minister of Education, he expanded access to schooling through new primary schools, increased secondary school scholarships, and additional classroom spaces.
Continued concern over burglary and robbery in Bridgetown
Maple dance held at the house of Moses Wood
The jury gives its verdict on the death of a 12-year-old after an investigation into a fatal accident.