Police ranks in Region Eight uncovered a significant quantity of cannabis during a foot patrol in Mahdia on Wednesday. Between 11:10 hrs and 13:15 hrs, two officers conducted routine stop-and-search operations in the Central Mahdia area and around the Mahdia Arcade. Several persons were searched for illegal firearms, ammunition, narcotics,…
From tough negotiator to pleader, AFC seeks Norton’s blessing as it lowers coalition demands
In an apparent sign of retreat, the Alliance For Change (AFC) has submitted a fresh proposal to the A Partnership for National Unity (APNU), seeking renewed coalition ties under drastically scaled-back terms. News Room understands that the AFC, which has seen a wave of top-level departures and dwindling political momentum…
Ganesh is out as Juretha tapped to be PM candidate for APNU
Juretha Fernandes has been tapped to be the Prime Ministerial candidate for A Partnership for National Unity (APNU), as the political shake-up ahead of the upcoming general elections in the opposition continues to widen. Fernandes, a Member of Parliament for the Alliance For Change (AFC), is expected to run alongside…
Ganesh is out as Juretha tapped to be PM candidate for APNU
Juretha Fernandes has been tapped to be the Prime Ministerial candidate for A Partnership for National Unity (APNU), as the political shake-up ahead of the upcoming general elections in the opposition continues to widen. Fernandes, a Member of Parliament for the Alliance For Change (AFC), is expected to run alongside…
Sod turned for $900M Vreed-en-Hoop Secondary School
Minister of Education, Priya Manickchand, on Wednesday turned the sod for the commencement of construction on a new secondary school at Vreed-en-Hoop, West Bank Demerara. The school will be built at Crane, West Coast Demerara, at a cost of $900 million. The project has been awarded to five contractors and…
Grenada Tourism Authority at Giftland Mall on Thursday to promote travel, business opportunities
The Grenada Tourism Authority (GTA) will host a consumer pop-up event at Giftland Mall on Thursday, June 19, aimed at promoting travel and business opportunities between Guyana and Grenada. The event, which runs from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m., comes as direct flights between the two countries are now available via…
Amazon Warriors retain firepower, add youthful force to CPL 2025 squad
The Republic Bank Caribbean Premier League (CPL) has confirmed all team squads for the 2025 season following the successful completion of the player draft. With several major international stars joining the tournament and a strong showing of regional talent, this year’s CPL promises to be another thrilling edition. Notably, the…
Walton-Desir quits PNC/R amid dispute over election role, party refutes her claims
In a major blow, Opposition Member of Parliament Amanza Walton-Desir has officially resigned from the People’s National Congress Reform (PNCR). Her resignation comes just days after a critical meeting with party leader and Opposition Leader Aubrey Norton to discuss her role in the upcoming 2025 General and Regional Elections. According…
Walton-Desir quits PNC/R amid dispute over election role, party refutes her claims
In a major blow, Opposition Member of Parliament Amanza Walton-Desir has officially resigned from the People’s National Congress Reform (PNCR). Her resignation comes just days after a critical meeting with party leader and Opposition Leader Aubrey Norton to discuss her role in the upcoming 2025 General and Regional Elections. According…
Walton-Desir quits PNC/R amid dispute over election role, party refutes her claims
In a major blow, Opposition Member of Parliament Amanza Walton-Desir has officially resigned from the People’s National Congress Reform (PNCR). Her resignation comes just days after a critical meeting with party leader and Opposition Leader Aubrey Norton to discuss her role in the upcoming 2025 General and Regional Elections. According…
