WATCH: Five Islands to Benefit from New Playground

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Thanks to the caretaker’s efforts for St John’s Rural West, Michael Joseph, young children in the community will soon enjoy a safe and engaging space for play. 

Joseph, also a Junior Minister in the Ministry of Health, has successfully constructed a playground at Cooks, which has become a vital resource for families in the area.

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In a recent interview with Pointe FM, Joseph expressed his commitment to enhancing recreational facilities for children. He revealed plans to expand these efforts by building a new Five Islands Playing Field playground.

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Comments (5)

  • Antigua Surf May 5, 2025, 7:14 AM

    Awesome. every kids deserves a play time. Safe and Sound. And hope these men going around abducting kids don’t turn their attention to the playgrounds. a eye is not every kid
    Reply
  • Rhea May 5, 2025, 7:15 AM

    What Security measures will be at these play grounds?
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  • Juju Bee May 5, 2025, 8:01 AM

    Good job Michael
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    • Unruly One May 5, 2025, 8:28 AM

      Yeah but you put up and new playground and in six months it is in poor condition. We love to do new things but we dont like to maintain nothing. I welcome the idea but start maintainting as well
      Reply
  • Jeremy May 5, 2025, 8:06 AM

    I am always impress with this gentleman and his love for people. Your future is bright
    Reply

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