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Williamson Leads North Ruimveldt Ravens to Victory

By Tyriq Walters In a thrilling match at the Georgetown Amateur Basketball Association Under 23 club championship, Captain Atilla Williamson showcased his leadership skills as he guided the North Ruimveldt Ravens to victory against the Lamaha Park/Springs Pepsi Sonics. Fans at the National Gymnasium witnessed an intense battle as the Ravens continued their unbeaten streak. […]

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EK&NT Introduces Paddle-Boarding to Linden

By Tracey Liverpool Elite Kayaking and Nature Tours (EK&NT) has expanded its offerings in Linden by introducing stand-up paddle-boarding as a new water sports activity. This move comes four years after the successful launch of kayaking as a recreational sport by Dr. Deon Anderson, the owner of EK&NT. The launch of paddle-boarding took place at […]

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Caring for Others Foundation Provides Footwear to Hundreds in Linden

By Tracey Liverpool In Linden, the ‘Caring for Others Foundation’ (CFO) distributed shoes and socks to hundreds of people as part of their “No Bare Soles” program. This initiative, spearheaded by Founder Eslene Shockley, aims to provide footwear to those in need, drawing inspiration from Shockley’s own childhood experiences of disadvantage. Reflecting on the impact […]

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Ministry of Education Pushes for School Construction Completion

By Saskia Warrick The Ministry of Education is working diligently on the construction, extension, and repair of nursery, primary, and secondary schools nationwide. In the 11th Education District, Georgetown, several schools are undergoing extensions and rebuilding efforts, including those damaged by fire such as Christ Church Secondary, St. George’s High School, and North Ruimveldt Multilateral […]

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GPHC Urges Lifestyle Changes to Combat Long COVID

By Saskia Warrick The long-term effects of COVID-19 continue to affect the population, with symptoms such as shortness of breath, severe headaches, and breathing problems persisting in many individuals. In response, Dr. Mahendra Carpen, Head of Medical Services and Cardiology at the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC), is advocating for improved lifestyle changes to address […]

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Guyana to Advocate for Forest Conservation at G20 Summit in Brazil

By Samuel Sukhnandan Later this year, Guyana will present its case for supporting forestry and conservation initiatives at the G20 conference in Brazil. Vice-President and PPP General Secretary Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo emphasized that environmental diplomacy is a crucial component of Guyana’s foreign strategy. The G20 Summit, scheduled to take place in Rio de Janeiro on […]

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GNBS Hosts Awareness Event at GTI for World Metrology Day

By Samuel Gillis The Guyana National Bureau of Standards (GNBS) hosted an awareness event at the Guyana Technical Institute (GTI) to educate students on the importance of weights and measurements. This event was part of the celebrations for World Metrology Day, observed today. The session aimed to highlight the critical role of accurate measurements in […]

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Chinese Medical Team Hosts Open Day to Highlight Contributions in Guyana

By Samuel Gillis The Chinese Medical Team in Guyana organized an open day event over the weekend to raise awareness about their contributions to the country’s healthcare sector over the past 31 years. The event aimed to showcase the impact and dedication of the Chinese medical brigades in improving healthcare in Guyana and strengthening bilateral […]

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GECOM Encourages Eligible Guyanese to Participate in Continuous Registration Process

By Nakasia Logan The Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) is urging eligible citizens to take advantage of the ongoing continuous registration process, which is set to conclude in eleven days. The current cycle has seen significant activity, with over 20,000 transactions completed. In an exclusive interview with NCN News, GECOM Public Relations Officer Yolanda Warde highlighted […]

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Hetsberger & Williams Capture Titles at GAPF Intermediate Championship

By Travis Seymour Duarte Hetsberger emerged as the top classic powerlifter on Sunday at the Guyana Amateur Powerlifting Federation (GAPF) Intermediate Championship held at the Saints Auditorium. Competing in the 83kg men’s Master One raw division, Hetsberger outperformed his competitors, including Matthew Maycock, to secure the category title. He set new records with a 142.5 […]

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