Montserrat bids farewell to beloved cultural leader Justin Cassell
Hundreds of people paid their final respects to much loved cultural trailblazer, Justin ‘Hero’ Cassell, during his home-going ceremony on Saturday, 23 March. Friends, family…
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Tsunami simulation and drill conducted at Woodlands Beach
Pupils from St Augustine Catholic Primary School practised what they would do in the event of a tsunami at Woodlands Beach this week. The Disaster…
Portrait of National Hero Alphonsus ‘Arrow’ Cassell unveiled
A charcoal portrait of Montserrat’s third National Hero, Alphonsus ‘Arrow’ Cassell, has been unveiled outside Montserrat Secondary School. The world-renowned soca musician, who died in…
Pupils wear colourful socks for World Down Syndrome Day
Teachers and pupils from Brades Primary School put on their most mismatched or colourful socks this Thursday, 21 March, in support of World Down Syndrome…
St Helena team visits Montserrat to strengthen islands’ relationship
Three leading figures from St Helena – a small volcanic island in the South Atlantic Ocean – visited Montserrat this March on a relationship-building mission.…
Sheviyona Thomas wins Junior Calypso Competition 2024
Talented performer Sheviyona Thomas, who also goes by ‘Calypso Blessings’, wowed judges again at this year’s Junior Calypso Competition. She walked away with first prize…
St Patrick’s Festival parade brings colour and dance to the streets
Montserrat was alive with colour, costumes, dance and delight this week as hundreds took to the streets to enjoy this year’s St Patrick’s Festival parade.…
An afternoon of beautiful blooms, fancy hats and high tea
Dozens of people dressed in their most colourful attire and finest hats to attend Montserrat National Trust’s annual flower show and tea party. The afternoon…
Premier reflects on history and sacrifices in St Patrick’s Day message
Premier Joseph E Farrell spoke about the sacrifices of Montserratians and the history of the St Patrick’s Day celebrations in a special address, released on…
King Charles sends a St Patrick’s Day message to Montserrat
His Majesty King Charles III sent a message to the people of Montserrat today, 17 March, in recognition of the island’s St Patrick’s Day celebrations.…