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Despite the ongoing Guyana-Venezuela border controversy, residents in Region One are feeling safe and more secure now, according to Regional Commander for Division One, Senior Superintendent Krishnadat Ramana. “We know a controversy exists, yes, but the people, their lives go on from day to day and I don’t think they are in any fear because
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Lawyers representing the grieving family of Adriana Younge, the 11-year-old girl who was found dead in the swimming pool of a Tuschen hotel, have described a recent meeting with Police Commissioner Clifton Hicken as a “necessary first step” in the ongoing quest for answers. The meeting, held Wednesday morning, included two of the Commissioner’s deputies,
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With enhanced police resources and widespread community engagements, the crime rate is down along with traffic accidents in Region One (Barima-Waini). This was revealed by Regional Commander, Senior Superintendent Krishnadat Ramana, during an interview on Radio Eve Leary this week. “When we look comparatively at our crime [rate] this year compared to last year we
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Three men accused of the murder of Aubrey Richardson in Yarrowkabra, Soesdyke-Linden Highway, in September 2024, were on Tuesday remanded to prison after appearing in court to face the charge. The accused have been identified as 19-year-old Carlton Antwan Sampson, also known as ‘Skeng’ or ‘Cartoon’, of Circuitville, Soesdyke Highway; 26-year-old Dwayne Neil Winter, known
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See below the full statement issued: Symmetry Group Inc. (SGI) and Inchcape Shipping Services (ISS) today announced a strategic joint venture in Guyana, with SGI acquiring a 51% majority stake in ISS Guyana. This partnership strategically aligns with Guyana’s Local Content requirements, combining the strengths of both companies to offer an enhanced, integrated suite of
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The Caribbean Community (CARICOM) is now actively considering a legal approach Guyana adopted over two decades ago, Guyana’s Attorney General Anil Nandlall revealed on Tuesday night, touting Guyana’s legislative foresight in treating violent public unrest as acts of terrorism. Speaking during his weekly ‘Issues in the News’ commentary, Nandlall said CARICOM has begun exploring legislative
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See below the full statement issued: Mae’s School, in response to recent media reports pertaining to claims made by a former employee following her dismissal, clarified that the individual in question, referred to on social media as Alana Adams, is actually Renetta Somersett. Ms. Somersett’s termination was not an unfair dismissal but rather a necessary
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In a bold move to harness the power of fashion as a catalyst for tourism and economic development, the Government of Guyana has announced the creation of a national Fashion Council. The initiative was unveiled by President Dr. Irfaan Ali during a video address to the Origins: Guyana Fashion Festival, signalling a new chapter for
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Highlights significant strides to ensure healthcare, education services are accessible Guyana’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations Carolyn Rodrigues-Birkett on Tuesday rigorously defended the country’s efforts to tackle issues relating to human rights. Birkett was at the time leading a team that responded to questions and recommendations raised at the OHCHR-UN Human Rights Council Universal
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Rohit Sharma has retired from Test cricket with immediate effect, meaning India will need to name a new full-time captain almost immediately after the end of IPL 2025, with India’s five-Test series in England scheduled to begin on June 20 at Headingley. “Hello everyone I would just like to share that I am retiring from Test
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