The career of Dr Ian Roberts, a proud son of Guyana who rose to lead the largest public school district in Iowa, has been thrown into turmoil after state officials revoked his license to serve as superintendent. The Iowa Board of Educational Examiners on Saturday, September 28, stripped Roberts of…
Guyanese poet launches book of inspirational poetry
Carlene Gill-Kerr, a Guyanese poet better known for her spoken word style of delivery in the theatre fraternity, on Saturday launched her book ‘Hey You, I’m Enough’ at the Backyard BBQ and Grill. Young and old writers, poetry enthusiasts and practitioners of the arts gathered for the small intimate ceremony…
Newly launched Waia Lodge offers ‘tranquility’, villages tours & river experiences
Tour operator couple, Keiran Samuels and Shebana Daniels, from Santa Aratak Mission, were inspired to design a ‘sanctuary’ where the love of nature, culture, and adventure creates an unforgettable experience. The dynamic duo’s vision was to create a safe space to live and raise their children, but this soon changed…
Police destroy over $409M in marijuana, seize illegal firearms in Berbice operations
Ranks from the Guyana Police Force’s Narcotics Branch and Regional Division Six on Sunday carried out two major eradication exercises in the Upper Berbice River, wiping out more than $409 million worth of cannabis and seizing two illegal shotguns with ammunition. The first operation was conducted at Zion, Upper Berbice…
Construction worker, 40, stabbed to death, two in custody
Police are probing the murder of 40-year-old construction worker Gladwin Daniels of Lot 31 Goed Fortuin, West Bank Demerara, who was fatally stabbed early Monday morning. The incident occurred around 00:30 hrs at Goed Fortuin, reportedly at the hands of two suspects. According to investigators, Daniels was at a birthday…
‘Golden’ weekend for Britton in Senior National Table Tennis Championship
Shemar Britton ruled the Senior National Table Tennis Championship, winning three titles on the opening weekend at the National Gymnasium, Mandela Avenue. On Sunday, Britton won the Men’s Singles, playing unbeaten to take the top spot. Elishaba Johnson finished second and the multi-talented Jonathan Van Lange third. Britton defeated Nigel…
Injured Alzarri ruled out of India Test series; Blades drafted as cover
Cricket West Indies (CWI) on Monday morning announced that fast bowler Alzarri Joseph has been ruled out of the upcoming Test series against India due to a lower back injury. “After complaints of discomfort, scans revealed a degeneration of the previously resolved lower back injury,” CWI said in a release….
Motorcyclist dies after colliding with a bridge in Number 68 Village
A motorcyclist lost his life after colliding with a bridge in Number 68 Village, Corentyne Berbice, on Sunday afternoon. The deceased is Eric Kissoon, 23, of Lot 200 Number 72 Village, Corentyne Berbice. According to reports, around 15:55 hrs, Kissoon was riding motorcycle CN 7562 with two pillion riders: 13-year-old…
Woakes calls time on international career after Ashes omission
England all-rounder Chris Woakes has retired from international cricket following his omission from this winter’s Ashes squad. The 36-year-old played 62 Test matches, 122 one-day internationals and 33 T20s for his country. Woakes was part of the England team which won the 50-over World Cup in 2019 in a thrilling…
Respect and discipline rewarded, Berbice students awarded scholarships, laptops and phones
Two students of the Vryman’s Erven Secondary School in New Amsterdam, Berbice, have been awarded scholarships under a programme spearheaded by Guyanese-born American immigration attorney, Kinda Velloza. The students, Amethyset Alexander and Carlisha McInr0y, selected for their discipline, respectfulness, commitment to education, and financial need, each received cash awards, along…
