A police officer was injured on Sunday following a road traffic accident on the Hague Public Road, West Coast Demerara (WCD). The accident occurred at about 12:03 hrs and involved a Force motorcycle, registration number CR 6252, ridden by a Police Corporal attached to the Regional Police Division 3 Traffic…
Two feared drowned at Unity Beach
Police in Regional Division 4 ‘C’ are investigating an incident at Unity Beach, East Coast Demerara (ECD), which has left two persons missing after they were reportedly swept away by strong currents on Sunday afternoon. Missing are Lyodisa Waldron, called “Loyda,” a 20-year-old salesgirl of Victoria Village, ECD, and Andri…
West Ruimvelt Primary storm to Demerara zone title in Future Warriors Tapeball
West Ruimveldt Primary, a consistent face in the Future Warriors Tapeball for Primary Schools tournament, powered by ExxonMobil Guyana, overcame their final-round jitters from previous years to surge to the Demerara zone title on Sunday at the National Stadium, Providence. Having previously stumbled in the final rounds in yesteryears, West…
Hetmyer recalled to ODI squad for Sri Lanka series; Motie, Rutherford and Joseph also included
Shimron Hetmyer’s absence from the 50-over format has come to an end, with the left-hander headlining a distinct Guyanese flavour in the 15-member West Indies squad named for the upcoming three-match One-Day International series against Sri Lanka. Hetmyer, who last featured in an ODI back in June 2025, has forced…
Habitat degradation, illegal mining and mercury pollution affecting Guyana’s Giant River Otter
Conservationists, researchers, government representatives, students and environmental stakeholders have raised concerns over the growing threats facing Guyana’s Giant River Otter, particularly habitat degradation, illegal gold mining and mercury pollution. The concerns were highlighted during a panel discussion hosted by the EMC Foundation in collaboration with the Protected Areas Trust (PAT)…
UPDATE: GCAA launched investigation in aircraft accident at Aricheng Airstrip
The Guyana Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) has launched an investigation following the aircraft accident near the Aricheng Airstrip, Region Seven. The accident involved an CESSNA 182P aircraft with registration number N9347G, which occurred during takeoff from the Aricheng Airstrip. The GCAA said reports indicate that there are no fatalities and…
Kohli, bowlers lead RCB to second straight IPL title
It took them 18 years to win their first title, but Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) took no time in becoming only the third team to successfully defend it. Their seam bowlers made superb use of a slightly sticky surface after Rajat Patidar won the toss, restricting the Gujarat Titans (GT),…
Lombard St buildings destroyed by fire
Two buildings housing several business places, including the well-known Tailor shop owned by the late Hermon Bholaisingh, were destroyed by fire on Sunday morning. According to reports, the fire started around 3:00h at a workshop operated by Demerara Shipping Limited, before spreading to the four-storey wooden-and-concrete commercial building at the…
Guyana Defence Force and Running Brave clinch Diamond Jubilee road relay glory
The 60th Independence Diamond Jubilee 10K Road Relay delivered high-octane drama in the capital with Guyana Defence Force and Running Brave taking the top spots. Staged in partnership with the Athletics Association of Guyana (AAG), the marquee event marked a centrepiece of the nation’s landmark independence celebrations, tasking teams with…
Drainage clearing, debushing commence to relieve flooded communities in Region 10
Several communities in Region Ten have been flooded due to excessive rainfall over the last few days. The Regional Democratic Council, led by newly appointed Regional Executive Officer Dr Gregory Harris, has commenced assessment of the affected areas and has taken immediate action to bring relief to affected residents. These…
