Mahaica under threat in face of compromised sea defense; residents fear massive flooding
By Kurt Campbell
– Residents of Mahaica, East Coast Demerara, particularly the Unity area are fearful of a possible massive flood destroying their livelihood,...
Marriott Hotel set for August opening despite no financial closure
– The controversial Marriott Hotel is set for opening in August this year, even though the private investor remains a secret and there...
Muri Brazil pulls out of exploration activities in Guyana; blames negative opposition and media
– Guyana has lost yet another major investor and another major economic and developmental scheme is now stalled following the pull out of...
Bloodied body of male found in Liliendaal
– The bloodied remains of a man of African descent was found just after noon on Friday (January 3) at Liliendaal, East Coast...
Yesu Persaud hands over reins of DDL to Komal Samaroo; remains advisor to Company
By Kurt Campbell
– Following the recent announcement of the retirement of long standing Chairman, Dr. Yesu Persaud by Demerara Distillers Limited (DDL), Dr....
Georgetown girl murdered by lover on old year’s night
– A girl’s life was sniffed out mere moments before ushering in the New Year (2014).
Police say they are investigating the murder of 20...
‘No surrender to evil or imperial juggernaut’ – Mayor Green’s New Year resolution
By Kurt Campbell
- City Mayor Hamilton Green in constructing his new year’s wish list included a single resolution that he will not...
Over 2,000 children abused; Human Services Ministry plans to prosecute parents for neglect
– The Ministry of Human Services plans to up its ante to punish those parents who neglect their children on a daily basis....
Two dead in horrific accident
– Two men are dead following a gruesome accident in Canal Number Two, West Bank Demerara on Saturday evening (December 28).
iNews understands that...
BM Soat’s fence demolished after days of gripe
- Workers of the Ministry of Public Works on Friday (December 27) using an excavator, demolished a fence and two concrete structures of...
Recent Articles
Duo refused bail for ammo possesion
Following the discovery of eight 9mm ammunition on Wednesday, two young men were charged and remanded to prison on Friday.
Ricardo Marshall, a 23-year-old construction...
Two on remanded for WCB burglary
Two young men were on Friday remanded to prison after being charged with Burglary that took place at a residence located at Lot 20 Eldorado...
Weapons, ganja found during eradication exercise
A drug eradication exercise at the Upper Berbice River in Region 10 on Friday resulted in the discovery of a massive amount of marijuana...
Colours of India store on fire
Colours of India, a popular Indian clothing store located at Bath Settlement, Region Five (Mahaica-Berbice) is on fire.
Firefighters are currently battling the blaze.
INews will...
DEMTOCO announces after-tax-profit of $2.27B amid rise in cigarette smuggling
At the 90th Annual General Meeting held today at the Marriott Hotel, Demerara Tobacco Company Limited (DEMTOCO), a leader in the tobacco industry, shared...
CARICOM should explore joint legislation to improve cricket governance – Pres. Ali
Chairman of CARICOM and President, Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali has signalled a call for common legislation in the region to streamline and strengthen the...
Guyana partners with World Bank to modernise TVET sector
The Ministry of Education has embarked on aligning TVET with current and future labor market demands at both secondary and post-secondary education levels.
A critical...
Brazil to lend expertise to Guyana in fighting wildfires
In light of the recent wildfires which have devastated several areas across the country, the Guyana Government has solicited assistance from Brazil for training...
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...