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Montserrat to Compete in 5th ECCB International Netball Series in Grenada
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August 18, 2025
Montserrat is preparing to participate in the fith annual netball series slated for Grenada this weekend. The Eastern Caribbean Central Bank (ECCB), in collaboration with the Caribbean Netball Association and Netball Grenada will host the...
Caribbean constitutional omissions – return to sender
Cayman News Service
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August 18, 2025
Peter Polack writes: A significant part of the Caribbean community is the anachronistic relic of yesterday: the UK Colonies such as the Cayman Islands, British Virgin Islands, Turks and Caicos Islands and Montserrat. The gleaming jewel in the...
Why Rock is the music they can't kill
Daily Express
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August 15, 2025
Van Halen. Balance. In 1962, Decca Records famously rejected The Beatles, stating, “Guitar music is on the way out”. In 1977 NME declared that punk was dead, after writing off hard rock and heavy metal bands as dinosaurs. Now, decades later, we’re...
Montserrat Volcanic Crisis Archive Goes Live
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August 10, 2025
A new digital resource preserving the story of the Soufrière Hills volcano eruption and its lasting impact on Montserrat is live. Launched at the end of June, according to an article from 3S Research, the archive marks a major milestone in...
Sylk Represents Montserrat at Leeward Islands Calypso Monarch Tonight
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August 9, 2025
All eyes will be on Montserrat’s Garnet “Sylk” Thompson this evening as he takes the stage at the prestigious Leeward Islands Calypso Monarch Competition, representing the Emerald Isle against some of the region’s best. Thompson, a seasoned...
Creative Entrepreneurs in Montserrat Eligible for CARIFESTA XV Mobility Grants
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August 5, 2025
Montserrat’s artists and cultural entrepreneurs now have the opportunity to receive financial support to attend CARIFESTA XV, thanks to a new grant programme launched by the Caribbean Development Bank’s Cultural & Creative Industries Innovation...
Dr Yvonne Weekes Urges Montserrat’s Artists to Preserve Memory and Reimagine the Nation
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August 5, 2025
Montserrat must resist cultural erasure by actively preserving memory and engaging its artists and educators in the reimagining of the island’s identity. This was the central message delivered by writer and academic Dr Yvonne Weekes during the...
From Stories to Jobs: How Immersive Tourism Can Curb Youth Unemployment in Montserrat
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August 5, 2025
Montserrat is not just a place – it’s a feeling. It’s a gasp of delight that escapes the minute the island is revealed through the clouds. It’s the taste on your lips when you see a photo of goat water cooking on a coal pot. But for too long, our...
Leeward Islands Calypso Monarch 2025 – Montserrat Represented
SKN Pulse
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August 5, 2025
Montserrat’s reigning Calypso Monarch, Garnett “Sylk” Thompson, has officially departed the Emerald Isle to represent the island at the prestigious 2025 Leeward Islands Calypso Monarch Competition, set to take place on August 9th in Anguilla! Sylk...
Montserrat’s PRIME Expo Celebrates Five Years, Eyes Regional Growth
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July 29, 2025
The fifth annual PRIME-produced Montserrat Expo took place July 26 and 27 at the Cultural Centre, showcasing the island’s vibrant and growing business community. The event drew a strong turnout, including government officials, entrepreneurs, and...
Why Montserrat Celebrates Emancipation Day on August Monday
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August 4, 2025
Montserrat joins several Caribbean territories in commemorating Emancipation Day, marking the abolition of slavery in the British colonies. On the island, this significant observance falls on the first Monday in August, known locally as August...
Tottenham v Newcastle Live TV – Global channel listings on Sunday
The Mag
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August 3, 2025
Around the world, here are the channels you can watch Tottenham v Newcastle Live TV. The global TV listings are featured below for local (to you) coverage on Sunday (12pm (UK) kick-off). The game kicking off 8pm local time in Seoul. The Newcastle...
Reimagining Montserrat – Why Now?
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August 1, 2025
Transcript from a video presentation by Editor, Nerissa Golden. Hello Beautiful People. For those who don’t know me. I am Nerissa Golden, the Editor of Discover Montserrat. I am an author and entrepreneur passionate about Montserrat and Caribbean...
Winners Announced in “From Canvas to Legacy” Art Exhibition
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July 31, 2025
The Department of Legislature has announced the winners of its art competition, held as part of the island’s “From Canvas to Legacy: Celebrating Parliament Through Art” exhibition on July 4, World Parliament Day. Hosted at the Montserrat Cultural...
7 things to do in Montserrat this August Holiday Weekend
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July 31, 2025
Looking for ways to enjoy the August Holiday weekend on Montserrat? (Monday is a public holiday) Whether you’re into cultural heritage, beach adventures, or foodie experiences, there’s something for everyone. Here are seven events and activities...
Montserrat Festival UK Successful Despite Rainy Weather
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July 21, 2025
The rain dampened but did not out the energy of attendees at Saturday’s first Montserrat Festival UK. The open-air festival, hosted at Chestnuts Park in North London, brought together Montserratians and friends of the island from across the UK,...
New MV Soufrière Spirit Vessel Strengthens Montserrat’s Maritime Capabilities
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July 29, 2025
Montserrat’s maritime security and emergency response capabilities received a major boost this quarter with the official commissioning of the MV Soufrière Spirit, a state-of-the-art survey and utility vessel funded by the UK Maritime and...
Loewe Foundation and Studio Voltaire name seven artists for 2025 residency award.
Artsy
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July 29, 2025
London-based project space Studio Voltaire and the Loewe Foundation have announced the seven recipients of the third edition of their joint award. The 2025 winners are Lulu Bennett, Chaney Diao, Jesse Glazzard, Taey Iohe, michael., Shenece Oretha,...
Judge Orders Eviction of the Montserrat Caballé Foundation For Non-Payment of Rent
Opera Wire
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July 25, 2025
A court in Barcelona has ordered the eviction of the Montserrat Caballé Foundation from an apartment where the late singer’s brother, Carlos Caballé, lives. The company that owns the property has filed a complaint against it for non-payment of...
Island Momentos Crafts Limited Edition Coin to Mark 30 Years Since Start of Montserrat’s Volcanic Crisis
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July 25, 2025
A new commemorative coin is set to be released this weekend to mark the 30th anniversary of the start of volcanic eruptions at the Soufrière Hills Volcano. Island Momentos has partnered with the Montserrat National Trust to launch the Official...