Automotive & Consumer Confidence: S.L. Horsford & Co. Ltd. will officially launch the Chery vehicle brand in St. Kitts and Nevis on Sept. 25, pairing the rollout with a “10-year warranty” aimed at boosting long-term value for local motorists. Disability-Inclusive Work: A UN-backed HireAbility campaign is spotlighting St. Kitts and Nevis advocate Roosevelt Howee, pushing employers across the Caribbean to hire and support persons with disabilities. Justice & Accountability: Former St. Kitts-Nevis Labour Party candidate Dr. Vance Gilbert was sentenced to 12½ years for rape and five years for indecent assault (sentences to run concurrently), with a $9,000 financial penalty also imposed. Local Governance & Finance: Community organizer Yolan Williams, a senior financial advisor at Scotiabank, says she’s running in the municipal election to bring a “clear and unbiased lens” to council. Marine Monitoring Upgrade: The Federation received three SOFAR spotter buoys to strengthen marine observation and coastal resilience, with data feeding into national monitoring and planning. Community & Skills: CARE SKN expanded its scholarship program for climate change and sustainable living diploma courses, doubling capacity to 10 students per course. Business Recognition: CIBC Caribbean named Vikell Edwards-Douglas the 2026 St. Kitts Unsung Hero for more than 16 years of community service, awarding EC$13,500.