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Police investigators in Region 9 are probing an armed robbery that occurred on Tuesday in Lethem at a business place. One of the suspects in the robbery has since been discovered dead with gunshot wounds, while another suspect has been taken into custody. A police report stated that it was just around 2pm on Tuesday […]
A 19-year-old construction worker and two others, including a 17-year-old, have been arrested and are being questioned over the murder of Providence, East Bank Demerara resident, Mohammed Shaheed aka Fizal” and “Artist”. Shaheed was 69-years old. In a statement this morning, the Police said it is suspected that the elderly man was murdered sometime between […]
As Guyana celebrates its 60th Anniversary as an independent nation, President Irfaan Ali has stated what while 60 years is a great achievement, it should also be seen as just the beginning, and as the foundation for the future. Speaking at the Independence Flag Raising Ceremony at Fort Island in the Essequibo, the President said […]
APNU Member of Parliament, Dr. Dexter Todd wants the Government to seriously address the question of the high cost of living and the quality of life of Guyanese, as the country celebrates its 60th Independence anniversary. During a press conference, Dr. Todd said the country’s resources must be used to ensure that all Guyanese can […]
As the Government prepares for the launch of the Guyana Development Bank, it will move to the National Assembly with legislation to govern the operation of the financial institution. At a press conference on Friday, President Irfaan Ali told reporters that the Bill for the Guyana Development Bank is expected to be laid before the […]
At a Sunrise Glorification Service held this morning in observance of Guyana’s 60th Independence Anniversary, Religious leaders from across the country underscored the need for greater unity, and an end to divisiveness and ethnic bias as the country turns a new chapter. Addressing the gathering on the lawns of State House, Apostle Balgobin Ragnauth of […]
At the invitation of the US Ambassador to Guyana, President Irfaan Ali and a team comprising a number of Cabinet members and members of the National Defence Board, visited the US Navy’s aircraft carrier, the USS Nimitz on Saturday. The aircraft carrier is currently in the region. In a statement, the US Embassy said that […]
As the investigations into the alleged labour issues at the Ekaa Hrim Quarry company and the complaints by a group of Indian nationals who were employed at the company are ongoing, an inter-agency meeting was convened today with officials from the Ministries of Legal Affairs, Home Affairs as well as, Human Services, led by the […]
A tragic boat collision in the Barama River in the North West District, Region One, has claimed the life of a boat captain. The accident occurred on Thursday morning, according to the Police. It involved a wooden balahoo captained by a 24-year-old man and a small aluminum boat that was captained by another man, who […]
Mini-bus drivers continue to threaten strike action as they press for increased fares amid the steep rise in fuel costs. With the Government pushing back any such increase, the opposition People’s National Congress led-APNU believes the administration needs to meet and engage the drivers that provide a public transportation service on the issue. General Secretary […]
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