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Mackenzie-Wismar Bridge Project Stakeholders Meet; Minister Assures Community Concerns Will Be Addressed

October 12, 2024 A stakeholder meeting on the Mackenzie-Wismar Bridge project recently brought together local residents, project officials, and regional representatives to discuss the much-anticipated infrastructure development. Lindeners expressed their concerns and suggestions on the multi-million-dollar bridge project aimed at enhancing connectivity between Linden and other regions. Minister of Public Works, Bishop Juan Edghill, attended […]

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President Ali Endorses One Guyana Three-Stage Cycling Race

By Travis SeymourOctober 9, 2024 Georgetown, Guyana — President Dr. Irfaan Ali has officially endorsed the One Guyana Three-Stage Cycling Race, scheduled to take place this weekend, October 12-13. This annual national cycling event aims to promote unity, sportsmanship, and excellence under the One Guyana initiative. Cyclists from various categories, including elite and junior levels, […]

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President Ali Unveils Plans for New Hockey Facility

By Travis SeymourOctober 9, 2024 Georgetown, Guyana — President Dr. Irfaan Ali has revealed intentions to establish a state-of-the-art hockey facility in partnership with Saints Stanislaus College and the Guyana Hockey Board. This announcement was made during an event at the college, highlighting the community’s ongoing efforts to secure a dedicated venue for hockey. Saints […]

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Junior Chambers International West Indies Promotes Youth Empowerment at 64th National Convention

By Saskia WarrickOctober 9, 2024 Georgetown, Guyana — The 64th National Convention of the Junior Chambers International (JCI) West Indies, held in Georgetown from October 9–13, serves as a vital platform for youth empowerment and development across the region. Speaking at the convention, Minister of Natural Resources, Vickram Bharrat, highlighted JCI’s critical role in fostering […]

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ERC and UNDP Collaborate to Tackle Rising Hate Speech in Guyana

By Nakasia LoganOctober 9, 2024 Georgetown, Guyana — In a proactive move to address the growing threat of hate speech, the Ethnic Relations Commission (ERC) of Guyana has partnered with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) to monitor and counteract harmful rhetoric, particularly on social media. This collaboration, formalized with the signing of a Memorandum […]

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Beacon Foundation Hospice: Providing Compassionate Care for Cancer Patients

By Nakasia LoganOctober 9, 2024 Georgetown, Guyana — The Beacon Foundation Hospice stands as a vital support system for cancer patients and their families, offering comprehensive palliative care that addresses not only physical needs but also emotional and practical challenges. Established to bring relief and strength to those facing life-limiting illnesses, the hospice has reshaped […]

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Biomed Energy Launches Dialysis Training Program for Nurses in Guyana

By Kimberly GiddingsOctober 9, 2024 Georgetown, Guyana — In a bid to enhance dialysis services in Guyana, Biomed Energy and Dialysis Inc., in partnership with Nipro Europe Group Company, launched a specialized training program for nurses to operate dialysis machines effectively. The program, initiated by Olive Sinclair, a registered nurse and CEO of Biomed Energy […]

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Saint Stanislaus College Launches New $51M Science Lab and Innovation Fund

By Josiah WilliamsOctober 9, 2024 Georgetown, Guyana — Students at Saint Stanislaus College are now benefiting from a state-of-the-art Chemistry and Physics laboratory, funded through a $51 million investment. The lab, which was officially opened on Tuesday, is expected to lay the foundation for advancing STEM education at the school. During the commissioning ceremony, President […]

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ExxonMobil Completes Pipeline for Guyana’s Gas-To-Energy Project

By Josiah WilliamsOctober 9, 2024 Georgetown, Guyana — The pipeline for the highly anticipated Gas-To-Energy (GTE) project is now mechanically complete, marking a significant milestone. The announcement came from ExxonMobil Guyana’s President, Alistair Routledge, who provided an update on the project at a media conference earlier today. Routledge highlighted that the risers for the pipeline […]

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Boxing Community Pays Tribute to Late Coach Terrence Poole

By Eric CollymoreOctober 9, 2024 Georgetown, Guyana — Friends, family, and athletes gathered at the National Gymnasium on Wednesday to honor the life of the late Terrence Poole, a renowned Medal of Service recipient and three-star boxing coach, who passed away last week. Poole’s legacy in the Guyanese boxing community spanned over 40 years, marked […]

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