Police are investigating an early morning incident on Sunday in which a man, believed to be suffering from a mental illness, damaged the property of two commercial banks along Strand Road, New Amsterdam. According to information reaching the News Room, the suspect first went to Scotia Bank, where he used…
Up to $750K fine for noise nuisance offenders
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is reminding the public that persons found guilty of creating noise nuisance can face hefty fines ranging from $300,000 to $750,000, along with possible arrest and seizure of equipment. Speaking on an episode of the ‘Police and You’ programme, Surujpaul Singh, Head of Investigation and…
Ministry moves to tackle pigeon infestation at BV, Annandale and Golden Grove schools
The Ministry of Education has stepped up efforts to permanently resolve a persistent pigeon infestation affecting several schools along the East Coast of Demerara, engaging a professional contractor that specialises in pigeon control, mitigation, and proofing. Minister of Education, Sonia Parag, made the announcement on Saturday during site visits to…
$20B housing investment to build new communities, Minister Croal says thousands to benefit
Thousands of Guyanese families are one step closer to owning their own homes as the government pushes ahead with a massive $20 billion investment to develop new housing communities across the country. The initiative, led by the People’s Progressive Party Civic (PPP/C) Administration, is part of a broader national drive…
Team CAMS bringing largest-ever squad for Caribbean Clash of Champions
After 25 years of continuous participation at the South Dakota Circuit, Team CAMS (Caribbean American Motorsport) from the United States is set to make its largest appearance ever at the ENet Caribbean Clash of Champions on November 2, 2025. A total of 21 drivers will represent CAMS across multiple categories-…
Tropical Shipping named Official Partner for GMR&SC’s Month of Motor-Racing
The Guyana Motor Racing and Sports Club (GMR&SC) has announced Tropical Shipping as the Official Shipping Partner for the Month of Motor-Racing 2025, which includes two major international events- the Caribbean Clash of Champions on November 2 and Drag Wars 4 on November 30 at the South Dakota Circuit. As…
Republic Bank/One Guyana ‘B’ Division Volleyball national playoff set for November 1-2
Now that the regional games are over, all focus is on the national showdown in the second annual Republic Bank/One Guyana ‘B’ Division Volleyball tournament, set to take place on November 1-2 in Georgetown. The Cliff Anderson Sports Hall and the National Gymnasium will be utilised over the two days…
Hundred for Dindyal and runs for Alimohamed, but Perez, Imlach and Wilson put DCC in control
Demerara Cricket Club (DCC) held the upper hand at stumps on Day One of the Georgetown Cricket Association’s GISE/Star Rentals/Trophy Stall Two-Day First Division Final against the Georgetown Cricket Club (GCC) on Saturday. Home side DCC closed on a solid 198-4, trailing GCC’s first innings score of 262 all out…
Fire destroys Bartica three-storey building
An early morning fire on Saturday completely destroyed a three-storey building at 6th Avenue, Bartica, Region Seven. According to a statement from the Guyana Fire Service, the Bartica Fire Station received a report of the blaze at approximately 02:29 hes. Firefighters immediately deployed two units—Water Tender #126 and Water Carrier…
One person in custody following fire incident at Suddie Public Hospital
Police in Regional Division #2, in collaboration with the Guyana Fire Service, are investigating a fire that occurred early Saturday morning at the Suddie Public Hospital. According to reports, the fire began around 03:30 hrs under a shed near the hospital’s boardroom. On-site security personnel managed to contain the blaze before firefighters…
