Guyana’s iconic Masquerade tradition, once a vibrant heartbeat of the Christmas season, is getting a national revival. A newly established civil society group, the Masquerade Association (Guyana) Inc., has announced the launch of Guyana Masquerade Day, to be celebrated annually on 29 November, beginning this year. The initiative, organisers say,…
An investigation is underway after the body of an unidentified man was discovered early Monday morning on the western side of Bourda Market in Georgetown. Police said the body, found around 08:00 hrs, is that of a male of mixed ancestry, believed to be about 60 years old. He was…
Minister of Human Services and Social Security, Dr. Vindhya Persaud, on Wednesday made a strong call for persons to unite in efforts to eradicate gender-based violence and reminded that it affects people from every walk of life. During her remarks at the launch of the National Gender Equality Seal, an…
A planned beautification project at Stabroek Square in Georgetown commenced on Thursday, but it quickly triggered unease among vendors, prompting clarifications from government officials and calls for a temporary suspension of works from Mayor Alfred Mentore, as concerns grow about access, visibility and possible loss of income during the busy…
Police have launched a full investigation into a fatal accident on the Speightland Access Road, Mackenzie, Linden, which claimed the life of 53-year-old Cecil Boston of Central Amelia’s Ward. The accident occurred at around 18:45 hrs on Sunday, 16 November 2025. According to initial reports, a motor car driven by…
Press Release from ‘4 AM Running Club’ Three of Guyana’s masters amateur distance runners- Tanika Jones, Vaughn Felix and Randy Bentick- and amateur distance runner Jonathan De Groot, will represent Guyana at the 2025 Run Barbados Marathon on December 7, marking Guyana’s first masters amateur team at a regional long-distance…
The Guyana Cricket Board has announced the commencement of its 2025 Senior Women’s Inter-County 50-over and T20 competitions, slated for November 28 to December 8. This is the second Senior Women’s Inter-County tournament for 2025, and it will be used by the national selectors to select the Guyana team for…
The Lusignan Golf Club will host the Romel Golf Tournament and bar-b-que on Sunday, November 30, offering a competitive and festive day for golfers and supporters as the holiday season approaches. The event is designed to bring together players of varying skill levels for a welcoming and enjoyable experience both…
As the probe continues into the brutal murder of Amit Singh, the Police have found $7 million in cash at the house of the suspect. The News Room understands that the suspect, Yogeendra Sukhdeo, took the Police to his home at 20th Avenue Diamond Housing Scheme, East Bank Demerara on…
David Goldwyn, the President of an International Energy Advisory Consultancy, says many of the strategies being employed by the government to manage the new oil and gas industry and its revenues are textbook examples of good management. Even so, the Energy Advisor intends to engage government officials and other stakeholders…
