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Friday, April 26, 2024

Suspected bandit “Muscles” shot dead at Tuschen

The lifeless body of a suspected bandit was on Sunday evening found on the Tuschen Public Road, East Bank Essequibo moments after neighbours reportedly...

Soldiers comb D’Urban Backlands in hunt for prison escapees

Joint Services ranks conducted a military operation in the D’Urban Backlands area in Georgetown on Sunday afternoon, as they continue to hunt for the...

Man wanted for killing ex-wife found hanging from tree

Berbice Police on Sunday morning discovered the badly decomposed body of 47-year-old Goldburn December hanging from a tree in the Foreshore area of East...

North West boat accident: Son dies, father missing, feared dead

The search for 42-year-old George Piper, who, with his 18-year-old son Ravin Piper, was tossed out of the boat in which he was travelling...

Prison break: 1 down 5 to go as police re-capture escapee

Prison escapee, Desmond James was re-captured on Friday evening by ranks of the “D” Division at Canal #1 West Bank Demerara. This is according to...

Elderly woman beaten, raped, dies shortly after

Homicide Detectives, according to the police, are making stringent efforts to apprehend a male suspect who allegedly assaulted and raped a 75-year-old female pensioner...

3 dead as car slams into lorry on Soesdyke/Linden Highway

Three persons are now dead in what has been described as a horrific accident on the Soesdyke-Linden Highway. The accident occurred sometime around 19:30hrs on...

Prison unrest: Names of the 57 prisoners released early revealed

The Minister of Public Security, Khemraj Ramjattan in a Department of Public Information release outlined that by virtue of Ministerial powers vested in him...

Lusignan prisoners access generator fuel; attempt to raze facility over flooded conditions

The heavy downpour of rain consistently over Thursday night through early Friday morning has left the walled compound of the Lusignan Prison, which is...

Prison break: Ramjattan recants initial figure, says 6 actually escaped not 8

Minister of Public Security, Khemraj Ramjattan says six persons and not eight have now escaped from the Camp Street Prison, as a result of...

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Essequibo resident, Vera Florence, celebrates 100th birthday

Nestled in the heart of Queenstown, a remarkable soul celebrates 100 years on earth. Vera Florence Venture, a name synonymous with resilience and community...

Over 3,000 persons already registered for PPP/C Congress – GS Jagdeo

The 32nd Congress of the People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C) is set for May 3-5, 2024 at the Arthur Chung Conference Centre. The Congress is the...

Over 190 families squatting at East Coast, East Bank relocated this year – Croal

The government has relocated over 190 families who were squatting in the Success Housing Scheme, East Coast Demerara, and the riverbank along the East...

Jagdeo raps G/town city council for dereliction of duty

General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party, Dr Bharrat Jagdeo has flayed the Mayor and City Council (M&CC) of Georgetown for its abject neglect...

T&T’s trade mission seeks investment opportunities locally

A visiting trade mission from Trinidad and Tobago has been informed of the numerous, endless opportunities Guyana has to offer in various sectors. The 19-member...

GCCI blasts authorities for lack of action against reckless truck drivers

  See full statement from the Georgetown Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GCCI): Consternation at the inadequate management of the road usage by heavy duty trucks The...

Evaluation criteria for contractors should be revised – Jagdeo

The evaluation criteria employed by the National Procurement and Tender Administration Board (NPTAB) for contractors should be revised to allow new companies to bid...

Govt ‘not desperately looking to sell’ Marriott Hotel – Jagdeo

The government may have to reopen bids for the sale of the Guyana Marriott Hotel at Kingston, Georgetown following the passing of the highest...

Massy Motors becomes authorised distributor of Mahindra vehicles in Guyana

See full statement from Massy Motors:  Mahindra, a global leader in automotive industry, has announced its partnership with Massy Motors. This collaboration marks the beginning...

Duo charged over solar panels stolen from school in Bartica

Two men have been charged in relation to the theft of solar panels from the Two Miles Primary School in Bartica, Region Seven.  Shawn Caesar,...