Dominican journalist and Antigua.news Managing Director Shermain Bique-Charles enjoyed a standout night at the 2026 Legacy Ball and Media Awards, capturing four honours and giving her homeland another achievement to celebrate.
At the ceremony on Friday, November 6, Bique-Charles earned recognition across reporting, current affairs, programming and editing—a remarkable showing that placed her and the newsroom she leads among the evening’s biggest winners.
Her awards included Best News Reporter, Best Journalist/Current Affairs, Best Programming Director, and Best News Editor.
Antigua.news received six nominations and emerged as the only media house to win in four categories.
For Bique-Charles, the achievement carries special significance as a Dominican making her mark in Antigua and Barbuda’s media industry. Her success highlights the contribution Dominican talent continues to make across the Caribbean, bringing skill, determination and leadership to regional journalism.
The four honours recognise different sides of a demanding profession: finding and reporting stories, examining current affairs, directing news programming and shaping the finished coverage readers and audiences receive.
They also represent a proud moment for the Antigua.news team, whose daily work supports the publication’s coverage of national and regional developments.
Reflecting on the recognition, Bique-Charles dedicated the achievement to the people who continue to support the platform.
“This award is really for the people, our followers, our fans.
Those who continue to support our online newspaper and especially those who trust our platform for accurate and honest information,” she said.
Together, the results offered a strong showing for Dominican media talent/For the Dominican journalist, it was a night of recognition, gratitude and renewed purpose and a proud reminder that work done beyond home can still give home something to celebrate.
