On day three of the second test match at the Gabba in Brisbane, Australia, the West Indies find themselves in a challenging position as Australia takes command. The hosts need a further 156 runs with 8 wickets in hand against a West Indies team that is missing Shamar Joseph due to injury. The West Indies […]
In response to complaints from students and teachers about insect bites, schools in Linden are currently undergoing fumigation to control a suspected flea infestation. Regional Executive Officer, Dwight John, announced that students and teachers can return to the classrooms on Monday after the completion of the fumigation process. The vector control unit is utilizing a […]
On the second day of the second test match at the Gabba in Brisbane, the West Indies exhibited strong resilience, leaving the match delicately balanced at stumps with a lead of 35 runs. The West Indies, resuming their innings at 266 for 8, were guided by debutant Kevin Sinclair, who made an impressive 50 from […]
St8ment Investment Inc. has secured a second extension for the completion of the Bamia/Amelia’s Ward Primary School. Originally slated for completion by July 2023, the project is now expected to be finalized by April 2024, according to a statement from the construction company. Shawnette Fiedtkou reports that the construction of the primary school in Linden, […]
General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party (PPP), Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo, has strongly condemned recent remarks made by Opposition Leader Aubrey Norton during a political meeting at Parade Ground, Georgetown. Dr. Jagdeo expressed his concerns, characterizing Norton’s comments as taking a ‘dangerous’ route. Norton, addressing supporters of the PNC-led APNU/AFC coalition, conveyed his confidence in […]
In the ongoing One Guyana Basketball League playoffs, reigning club basketball champions, Bounty Colts, aim to maintain their undefeated status and clinch another title. The team, which has been dominant since the league’s inception last year, is seeking to conclude their playoff campaign with yet another championship. Head coach Willon Cameron expressed his satisfaction with […]
In the final day of the 2024 budget debates, Dr. Asha Kissoon, the parliamentary representative of the small parties’ joinder list, made her maiden presentation, expressing her support for the budget while offering constructive suggestions for enhancement. Dr. Kissoon, who is a medical doctor practicing in the health sector, welcomed the allocation to the health […]
In a significant move to support local entrepreneurs, the government disbursed cash grants exceeding $30 million to over 143 small business owners in Region Three. The distribution, organized by the Ministry of Tourism, Industry, and Commerce under the Small Business Bureau, took place in Santa Mission, Leguaan, and Wakenaam. Recipients of the small business cash […]
In a significant stride toward bolstering marine conservation efforts in Guyana, two environmental conservation organizations, the Guyana Marine Conservation Society (GMCS) and the EMC Foundation, are set to undertake projects funded by the Blue Social Challenge Fund. As the inaugural beneficiaries of the Blue Social Challenge Fund, the GMCS and EMC Foundation will channel the […]
In a testament to their exceptional officiating skills, Lindeners Shavin Green and Denesha Isaacs have once again secured their accreditations to referee international FIFA games for the year 2024. This marks their second consecutive year receiving the prestigious FIFA badges. Green has qualified as a FIFA referee, while Isaacs has been accredited as an assistant […]