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Ernesto Cooke

Ernesto is a senior journalist with the St. Vincent Times. Having worked in the media for 16 years, he focuses on local and international issues. He has written for the New York Times and reported for the BBC during the La Soufriere eruptions of 2021.
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Airport Service Charge increases by US$15, effective May 1

In St. Vincent, the airport service charge will be raised from US$40 to US$55. This fee, which is charged on…

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SVG Ups Wages and Salaries, Adjusts Income Tax Thresholds

Wages and salaries in St. Vincent (SVG) for the second consecutive year will be raised, along with adjustments to the income…

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Bequia: Investigation begins into horror plane crash that killed all onboard

ECCAA begins investigation into plane crash off Bequia Bequia plane crash wreckage recovered Robert ‘Bob’ Sachs. Actor Christian Oliver &…

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Root Crops Suffered Negatively from La Soufriere Ash: PM

St Vincent agriculture sector not yet recovered to pre-volcanic eruption levels. Various sectors of the economy, such as tourism, fishing,…

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CWSA to pilot ‘Static Electronic Water Meter’ project

The Central Water and Sewage Authority (CWSA) in St Vincent is preparing to initiate a trial project aimed at implementing…

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CWSA Unveils Plans to Increase Water Storage & Conservation Efforts

The CWSA (Central Water and Sewage Authority) is implementing measures to alleviate any water scarcity resulting from declining precipitation and…

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