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23rd November 2024

Joe Gingell is back this week – a man of many hats who as we found out last week finished his working life as a Scientific Officer in the MET Officer. As a young man he would often go to the cinema – and at the Imperial Court on Queensway he would dance and play...

22nd November 2024

Spanish border police stamped the passports of Gibraltarian red ID card holders for a short period on Friday, raising fears of another tit-for-tat exchange of tighter immigration controls. The measure started at around midday and remained in place until about 1.45pm, prompted by an order issued by a senior Policia Nacional officer on duty at...

22nd November 2024

By Eleanor Busby, PA Education Correspondent  The UK Government should review GCSE English as teachers say it is uninspiring and “too mechanistic”, the leader of a major exam board has said.  Colin Hughes, chief executive of AQA, said pupils should also be given a chance to demonstrate literacy, oracy and numeracy skills that are useful in the...

21st November 2024

Former professional footballer Nedum Onuoha gave an insight into the ups and downs of his career during a talk at the Gibunco Gibraltar Literary Festival. The talk also involved Guillem Balague, a well-known football journalist and pundit, who put several questions to Onuoha about his footballing journey. His book ‘Kicking Back’ takes readers on a...

21st November 2024

To tackle the issue of loneliness GibSams is planning to provide a befriending service for the elderly called ‘GibSilver’. Despite the tight knit community in Gibraltar, between the woven threads are elderly people feeling alone and unsupported in their later years of life. The charity aims to fill this gap in services and provide a...

18th November 2024

An insight into the last five Conservative Prime Ministers during the party’s most recent tenure in Government was given to an audience by Sir Graham Brady at the Gibunco Gibraltar Literary Festival on Sunday. Sir Brady was talking about his new book ‘Kingmaker: Secret, Lies, and the Truth about Five Prime Ministers’, which gives an...

18th November 2024

By Joe Adambery The Charles Hunt Room at John Mackintosh Hall was crammed last Thursday for the ‘Lightning Talks’ which consisted of five short addresses by local authors who gave illustrated talks lasting 15 minutes or less. Gibraltar Cultural Services Head of Cultural Development Davina Barbara gave a short intro and we were soon listening...

18th November 2024

The Royal Navy Gibraltar Squadron (RNGS) and Clearance Diving Element participated in Moroccan remembrance ceremonies in Tangier, paying tribute at Commonwealth War Graves, marking the occasion with wreath-laying and reflections, while showcasing naval capabilities and strengthening international ties. RNGS recently co-ordinated the third visit to Tangier in 18 months, this time joining forces with the...

18th November 2024

A Gibraltarian archaeologist whose work centres on rehabilitating ancient Inca dams for modern use has been appointed vice president at UNESCO’s International Council on Monuments and Sites (Water and Heritage) for the Latin America and Caribbean regions. The council, known as ICOMOS, is a non-governmental body that provides scientific and professional expertise to the UNESCO...

15th November 2024

Gibraltar Cultural Services (GCS) has been appointed as an Approved Activity Provider (AAP) for the Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award, the Board of Trustees in Gibraltar making the announcement at a ceremony in City Hall on Wednesday. This is the second AAP licenced by the Award in Gibraltar and will see GCS offering opportunities to...

15th November 2024

Our guest this week wanted to be a Naval architect and build warships. Influenced by the work in the dockyard – where his father worked - he created technical and detailed drawings but in the world of 1950s Gibraltar he never got the opportunity. But then if he had left Gibraltar to further his dream,...

15th November 2024

Two Gibraltar Defence Police officers, Sgt Dylan Gomez and PC Stefan Cabezutto, are preparing to run the 2025 TCS London Marathon under "Team GDP," raising funds for Children With Cancer UK and aiming for a £3,000 target through community support and fundraising events. The London Marathon takes place in April 2025. “We chose Children With...

15th November 2024

The journey to the Netball World Youth Cup 2025 (NWYC2025) is set to reach a pivotal moment with the highly anticipated Draw Ceremony on Tuesday, November 19, 2024. Hosted at the Wessex Lounge in Gibraltar Airport, the event will kick off at 8 p.m., marking a crucial milestone for fans and teams alike. With the...

14th November 2024

An application for the demolition and creation of a residential development at the bottom of what is commonly known as Rock Hotel hill was knocked back by the Development and Planning Commission during Thursday’s meeting. Only two members voted in favour of the development at 1C, 1D, and 1E Europa Road, with eight members against...

14th November 2024

A new book on veganism, Go Vegan by Marlene Watson-Tara, delves into the health benefits, environmental impact, and ethical foundations of a plant-based diet. Ms Watson-Tara will host a vegan lunch this Saturday between 12pm to 3pm at the Royal Gibraltar Yacht Club as part of the Gibunco Gibraltar International Literary Festival 2024. Attendees will...

14th November 2024

In a bid to promote local literature Gibraltar Cultural Services has highlighted authors and literary enthusiasts. Today school librarian Kimberley Pecino writes about the importance of libraries. By Kimberley Pecino In an era dominated by digital distractions, the role of school libraries and qualified library professionals in fostering, and sometimes rekindling, a love of reading...

14th November 2024

By Simon Warburton Ribbon Secures Access to UK Market After launching its services in April, Ribbon – Gibraltar’s first multi-currency provider – has now secured access to the UK market. The company aims to attract some of the two million Indian students and professionals who relocate overseas each year, as well as encourage more individuals...

13th November 2024

Close to 50 residents will be evicted from the Queen’s Hotel hostel tomorrow morning and relocated to the Sunrise Motel. For the residents, the relocation is upsetting, frustrating and has made them feel like second-class citizens. The conditions within the Queen’s Hotel have deteriorated over the years with the men living in squalid conditions. But...

13th November 2024

In a story of resilience, love, and the power of art, brothers Manni and Reuben Coe have shared a deeply personal narrative in their book Brother. Do. You. Love. Me. which reflects on their journey together, the bond they share and Reuben’s unique perspective on life. The brothers will talk about their book this Saturday...

13th November 2024

In a bid to promote local literature Gibraltar Cultural Services has highlighted authors and literary enthusiasts. In today’s newspaper, why do people chose fantasy? By Danica Field In one word - Escapism The average person wakes up, works, fits a million tedious responsibilities in between and goes home, only to repeat the next day. Much...

13th November 2024

‘Slow Puncture’, a new memoir chronicling the friendship of Peter Berry and Deb Bunt, sheds light on the challenges and unexpected triumphs of living with young-onset Alzheimer’s. The duo will talk about their book ‘Slow Puncture, Living well with Dementia’ this Sunday at 10am in the Garrison Library as part of the Gibunco Gibraltar International...

13th November 2024

The Fine Arts gallery was packed on Monday evening as friends, family and art lovers joined local artist Sebastian Rodriguez for the opening of his latest exhibition ‘Ancho Estrecho’. The exhibition was opened by the Minister for Culture, Christian Santos, praised Mr Rodriguez’s significant contributions to Gibraltar's art community. He also noted Mr Rodriguez’s collaborations...

12th November 2024

They say the life of a writer is a solitary one. Plenty of hours at home hunched over a desk and typing into the void. It very often can be, but somehow, a few weeks ago, I found myself inside a wrestling ring reading a short story about a Gibraltarian dish to an audience in...

11th November 2024

The Supported Needs Action Group (SNAG) (formally known as Special Needs Action Group) has expressed deep disappointment with the Government, citing numerous ongoing issues affecting disability services, and has called for immediate government action to address the worsening situation for disabled individuals in Gibraltar. The issues range from reduced home support, transport cuts, and overcrowded...

11th November 2024

A charity presentation by adventurer and speaker Pancho Campo titled ‘No Fear’ will take place at the Sunborn this month, with the aim of providing valuable strategies for managing fear, anxiety, and stress. This event aims to garner support for the Planet Future Foundation, an organisation dedicated to making a positive impact on society. Mr...

11th November 2024

Locally-based author Mónica González has published her first book, Torn Hearts, a raw and unfiltered exploration of betrayal, resilience, and emotional healing. She shared insights into the experiences that inspired Torn Hearts with the Chronicle, she said that the decision to write it came from a profound need to confront the painful emotions that have...

11th November 2024

‘Ancho Estrecho’, a new exhibition of plein air paintings by Gibraltarian artist Sebastian Rodriguez, opens today at the Fine Arts Gallery in Casemates. Since his last exhibition just a year ago in 2023, the artist has travelled and painted locations in Tangiers, Seville, and the Algarve. "I realised that all the places I've been painting...

11th November 2024

Over the past decade investing has become more accessible and as the Gibraltar Financial Services Commission marks the start of World Investor Week today, the message is that financial literacy amongst youngsters is imperative. The weeklong global campaign promoted by the International Organisation of Securities Commissions is aimed at raising awareness of the importance of...

11th November 2024

A demonstration planned for Monday by Unite the Union and LifeCome Care staff has been cancelled, Unite the Union confirmed. Unite had initially planned to demonstrate after reports of late payments and salary discrepancies for staff at LifeCome Care. The Union said on Thursday that after a constructive meeting with both Lifecome and the Care...

9th November 2024

Alfred and Gina Cortes, who have been married for 51 years, return to Alice’s Table this week. Both teachers, Gina also worked as a journalist and a Civil Servant, and Alfred spread his great interest in art films. This Table brings Gina’s story to life, and we will also get an insight into the Gibraltar...