St Helena Independent News

14/02/2025

During yesterday's LegCo sitting, a bill was passed which reduces the permissible levels of alcohol in the blood when in charge of a car or attempting to drive.

Read more in today's News Flash...

Legislative Council met yesterday (Thursday) and passed a Bill which reduces the permissible levels of alcohol in the blood when in charge of a car or attempting to drive. The amended legislation refers to section 43 of the 1985 Road...

13/02/2025

A sneak peak of tomorrow's St Helena Independent. Make sure to pick yours up tomorrow to get the latest news.

A sneak peak of tomorrow's St Helena Independent Newspaper, including some recently released news and articles to keep you reading this weekend.

11/02/2025

Both St Helena and Tristan da Cunha will be having their General Elections this year, with elections for Tristan da Cunha's Island Council taking place in March and St Helena's LegCo in September.

This year, St Helena's Legislative Council and Tristan da Cunha's Island Council will each be having their General Elections, with the first one taking place in March.

10/02/2025

Today's Newsflash!: It is reported Andrew Dawson was sworn in as the new attorney general last Thursday, 6th February, following the resignation of David Ballentyne two months ago...

It is reported Andrew Dawson was sworn in as the new attorney general last Thursday, 6th February, following David Ballentyne's resignation two months ago.

07/02/2025

St Helena's only secondary school will be rebranded, with a new name to be chosen this month and will be launched in the new academic year.

Prince Andrew school, the only secondary school on the remote British overseas territory of St Helena, is asking its students to suggest something more “neutral”.

14/12/2024

Did you know that the St Helena Independent News for this week is online now and ready to download https://www.independent.sh/download-your-independent/

30/11/2024

Have you downloaded your copy of the St Helena Independent for this week? https://www.independent.sh/download-your-independent/

28/11/2024

A soft landing planned for Saint FM Community Radio

Saint FM is gearing up for its highly anticipated ‘Saint FM Come Alive’ initiat… Paul Blake needs your support for HELP SAINT FM COMMUNITY RADIO TO COME ALIVE

24/11/2024

Sharing the last farewell with St Helena Independent News

Family and friends gathered to bid a heartfelt farewell to Mikael Olsson, (Mike Olsson) a man whose life was deeply intertwined in St Helena

23/11/2024

The funeral of the late Kenon Benjamin Bargo, who passed away on 10 November 2024 will take place on Tuesday 26 November leaving the chapel of rest at 13:30 proceeding to St Pauls Cathedral for service and burial

Kenon is survived by his Dad and Mum, Chris and Natasha, his sister Shelby and her Partner Alex, his grandparents Brenda & Lionel, Aunties, Uncles and Cousins and many friends both here and overseas.
Kenon had a love of adidas branded clothing.
To honour Kenon the family ask that anyone attending the funeral feels free to come dressed casually, in adidas or any sports branded clothing of their choice.

22/11/2024

Its highly anticipated ‘Saint FM Come Alive’ initiative, with a target launch date of Friday 29th November.
This timeline is contingent on continued public support, and we’re keen to share the progress we’ve made. read it here https://www.saint.fm/target-date-for-saint-fm-community-radio-to-come-alive-set-for-29th-november-2024/ Feel free to donate here https://www.gofundme.com/f/keep-saint-fm-alive

Target date for Saint FM Community Radio to Come Alive Set for for Friday 29th November 2024.

22/11/2024

Inside of your Independent.
Rest in peace Mike Olsson 1963 - 2024. Kings Birthday, A target date for Saint FM Community Radio Jacob’s Ladder Challenge – Record Smashed, Offshore Exploratory Fishing will start soon.

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21/11/2024

You can read all about this in the St Helena Independent News

James Appleton Smashes Jacob’s Ladder Record on St Helena lsland todat

21/11/2024

From 600m coastal cliffs overlooking the vast south Atlantic, to the enchanting inland forests alive with birdsong, the natural sights and sounds of St Helen...

20/11/2024

The public are advised that the Immigration Office will be closed on Wednesday, 20
November 2024 from 13:00 to allow the staff to attend a funeral.
Normal office hours will resume from Thursday, 21 November 2024 from 08:30
The public are thanked in advance for their understanding and cooperation.

19/11/2024

The funeral of the late Mikael Olsson of Livery Stables, Jamestown will be held Friday 22nd November. His tribute and interment will commence at 1.30pm at St. Pauls Cemetery.

Mike is survived by sons Mattias and Marcus, daughter Elisabeth and granddaughter, brothers in Sweden, stepchildren Lee and Joanne and their families in the UK and many friends both here and overseas.

A bus will be laid on from on the Bridge for family and friends. If you would like a seat please contact Elizabeth on 61909 or 23538 or Joey on 24035.

18/11/2024

The funeral of the late Mrs Mildred Benjamin who passed away suddenly at her home in Ruperts Valley on Wednesday 6th November will be held on Thursday 21st November. Leaving the Chapel of Rest at 1pm, proceeding to St James Church at 1.30pm for the service, then onto St Paul’s Cemetery for the interment.
Transport will be laid on and anyone requiring a seat please call Wendy on 23872.

14/11/2024

Followers You can now download your issue of this weeks independenthttps://www.independent.sh/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/20241114-St-Helena-Independent.pdf