Aug 20, 2026
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Linden Mayor warns unauthorised construction contributing to flooding in township
Mayor of Linden Dominique Blair has warned that unauthorised construction on open spaces within the community is contributing to flooding, as the Linden Mayor and…
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GRPA: Toxic culture of misinformation around abortion creating barriers for women seeking care
A toxic culture of disinformation and misinformation around abortion, circulating not just online but within families, communities and social groups, is creating additional barriers for…
Michel Somwar credits preparation, good sleep and inspiring cousin for earning 18 Grade Ones at CSEC
Diligent preparation, strong family support and knowing when to rest rather than cram helped Michel Somwar of Tagore Memorial Secondary School secure 18 Grade Ones…
Anna Regina braces for electric weekend of Essequibo T10 Tapeball action
Social media has been abuzz following the official squad releases for the Essequibo Zone leg of the Lotto/Let's Bet One Guyana T10 Tapeball, setting the…
Weeks after her mother’s death, Luanna Gopal found strength to pass all 17 subjects at CSEC
Weeks after losing her mother to cancer, 16-year-old Luanna Gopal of Golden Fleece sat 17 subjects at this year's Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate (CSEC) examinations…
Supportive home fuels Nitya Narine’s outstanding performance at CSEC
A supportive home environment and a consistent record of high academic achievement have propelled Nitya Narine of Tagore Memorial Secondary School to the top of…
Guyana weighs direct investment in future oil projects as oil share rises to 39.8 per cent
The Government is reviewing the terms and financing arrangements that could apply to Guyana's next phase of oil projects, President Dr Irfaan Ali said on…
Government mulls permanent farmers’ markets to ease food costs
The Government is considering the creation of permanent farmers' markets across the country as it looks for ways to ease food costs for consumers. Speaking…
Hetmyer, Sampson blitz seals unbeaten run for Amazon Warriors
Guyana Amazon Warriors maintained their perfect start to the Republic Bank Caribbean Premier League (CPL) with a comfortable seven-wicket win against the Saint Lucia Kings…
Anyone can generate content, but not credibility, CBU conference told
Artificial intelligence is rapidly changing the way Caribbean newsrooms operate, but media practitioners must ensure that the technology does not come at the expense of…
Linden council to take tougher action against roadside vendors
The Linden Mayor and Town Council (LM&TC) is preparing to take stronger enforcement action against roadside vendors in the Linden community, Mayor Dominique Blair said.…
Wismar miner shot dead in altercation, suspect held
A 26-year-old miner was shot dead following an altercation at Prosville, Wismar, Linden, on Wednesday morning, police in Regional Division 10 said. Keron McDonald, of…
Girl from Capoey who excelled at CSEC wants to become an ambassador
A seamstress's daughter from Lot 3 Capoey on the Essequibo Coast is setting her sights on becoming a Guyana Ambassador, after emerging from Anna Regina…
Anna Regina Secondary student conquers 30 CSEC subjects with 23 Grade Ones
For most students, sitting the Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate (CSEC) examinations is a challenge in itself. But Anna Regina Secondary student Shreya Ramnarine took that…
Bourda Burial Ground reclaimed from bush in major restoration drive
The Bourda Burial Ground on Regent Street once lay hidden beneath thick bush, its pathways lost and its headstones out of sight. Now, families searching…
Edghill issues final relocation notice to Buxton road project vendors
The Ministry of Public Works has issued a final removal notice to vendors operating within the alignment of the East Coast Road Improvement Project along…