Plans underway for new four-lane structure; Stanleytown bridge reopens
Following swift restoration efforts, the temporary bridge in Stanleytown, West Bank Demerara has reopened to all vehicles, including trucks with a weight limit of...
Cultural icon ‘Dave Martin’ honoured as Caribbean legend whose songs transcend generations
The Arthur Chung Conference Centre (ACCC) was illuminated on Saturday as individuals from all walks of life gathered to honour Guyanese cultural icon ‘Dave...
New Amsterdam house goes up in flames
A fire of unknown origin completely destroyed the home of a government 10-day part-time worker in New Amsterdam on Saturday evening.
Flames were initially seen...
Robbery, abduction in Rupununi: Joint Services continue hunt for armed suspects
In an extensive search operation, members of the Joint Services are combing the Deep South Rupununi, in Region Nine (Upper Takutu-Upper Essequibo) focusing on...
Brazilian fuel truck driver dies in crash along Lethem trail
A Brazilian fuel truck driver, identified as Weliton Venacio Lima, lost his life on Saturday, in a crash along the Kurupukari-Lethem Trail Region Nine...
Mechanic on $300,000 bail in alleged $7M excavator fraud
Carlos Holmes, a mechanic residing at Lot 26, Third Street, Lilliendaal, East Coast Demerara, has been placed on $300,000 bail after being charged with...
Guyanese, Brazilians rescued by Joint Services after being ‘abducted’
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Police are investigating an alleged robbery under arms and abduction committed on four Guyanese and six Brazilians, allegedly...
Kaneville teen stabbed to death by 15-Y-O
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Police are investigating a report of an alleged murder committed on Dowance Demonick, an 18-year-old from Lot...
Guyanese among 30 passengers rescued after boat sinks in Corentyne River
A vessel transporting some 30 passengers, including Guyanese, as well as cargo last evening sank in the Corentyne River.
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GCCI concerned about non-compliance to regulations by retailers & supermarkets
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The Georgetown Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI) has grown increasingly concerned by the...
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‘Rich, foreign companies should pay their taxes’ – VP condemns M&CC’s tax waiver to...
Vice President Dr Bharrat Jagdeo has joined in condemning the cash-strapped Georgetown Mayor and City Council for its granting of a 25 per cent...
Jagdeo defends rental of second powership
General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party, Dr Bharrat Jagdeo has explained the feasibility of renting a second power ship to meet the growing...
‘We believe in our ministers, it’s just tough love’ – Jagdeo defends Ali’s fiery...
President Dr. Irfaan Ali’s meeting with Permanent Secretaries, Engineers, Contractors and Ministers of the Government at 05:30h on Tuesday, November 12, 2024, has been...
LIAT (2020) Ltd launches new inaugural flight to Guyana
LIAT (2020) Ltd is thrilled to announce the launch of its inaugural flight to Georgetown, Guyana (GEO), on November 19, 2024. This new route...
MoE rolling out book distribution initiative nationwide
The Ministry of Education is distributing scores of high-quality textbooks and exercise books to students across Guyana, with the intention of enhancing education services.
The...
After 2 years on the run, Corentyne labourer remanded for murder of ex-convict
A Corentyne labourer was on Wednesday remanded when he appeared at the Number 51 Magistrate’s Court before Magistrate Tuanna Hardy to answer the capital...
Construction of $74M bridge at Alliance Road to commence next week
Construction of an access bridge at Alliance Road, Timehri on the East Bank of Demerara is scheduled to commence in a few days.
This was...
‘Only Coconut’ factory closes after losing TT market; Govt to intervene
Agriculture Minister, Zulfikar Mustapha recently visited the Precision Global Inc. factory on the Linden Soesdyke Highway.
Precision Global Inc. is the parent company for the...
Guyana honoured as climate transparency leader; joins ranks with Japan, Netherlands Singapore
Guyana has been honoured as the only country in the Caribbean Community (Caricom) to be recognized as a champion of climate transparency. It has...
Guyana seeking partners to develop hemp industry – Pres. Ali tells UK trade mission
With the legislation having been in place since 2022, the Guyana Government is now actively moving to develop a local hemp industry and is...