Mar 17, 2026
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Over 4,000 traffic violations recorded between March 8-14
The Guyana Police Force Traffic Department recorded a total of 4,295 traffic violations between March 8 and March 14, 2026, as enforcement operations targeted speeding,…
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Farmer’s missing cow reportedly found in pieces
Police are investigating an alleged larceny of cattle and possession of carcass belonging to a 61-year-old farmer in Regional Division 4 ‘C’. The incident occurred…
Hope restored: Several patients receive life-changing reconstructive urology surgeries
Several patients recently benefited from complex, life-changing reconstructive urology procedures during a surgical mission led by internationally renowned reconstructive urologist Professor Kurt McCammon of Eastern…
109 vendors allocated spots along La Grange, Bagotsville corridor
One hundred and nine vendors from the La Grange/Bagotsville area took part in a lottery on Saturday to determine their new vending spots, the…
Dr Singh: Today’s needs are being tackled alongside tomorrow’s opportunities
The government has defended its significant investment in infrastructure, saying it is crucial for long-term economic resilience and prosperity. Senior Minister in the Office of…
New prison avoidance system targets root causes of crime, young people at risk
President Irfaan Ali on Monday unveiled a new approach to crime prevention with the introduction of a prison avoidance system encompassing law enforcement, civil society,…
Region Nine saddles up for biggest ever Rupununi Ranchers Rodeo
Lethem is preparing to host what organisers say will be the largest staging yet of the Rupununi Ranchers Rodeo, scheduled for April 3–5 in Region…
Guyanese to access critical care through LAMAT Mission
Guyana and the United States on Monday launched the 2026 Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team (LAMAT) mission, a joint initiative that will see American and…
Over $157M recovered for consumers in 2025
More than $157 million was returned to consumers in 2025, as Guyana recorded significant progress in protecting consumer rights through increased inspections, enforcement and public…
$5M shade house opens opportunities for Kuru Kururu farmers
Residents of Kuru Kururu along the Soesdyke-Linden Highway are now benefitting from a $5 million shade house funded by the government, which is expected to…
Kuru Kururu defeat Agricola as Inter-Village football kicks off at Eccles
The East Bank Inter-Village Football Competition made a grand return at the Eccles EE Ground on Saturday night, marking a significant milestone as the venue…
Venezuelan construction worker dies in Enmore accident
A Venezuelan construction worker died after an electric cycle he was riding collided with a car on Enmore Public Road on the East Coast of…
Car driver dies in accident involving two lorries
Deryck Singh A 55-year-old man died after a three-vehicle crash on the Greenwich Park Public Road on the East Bank of the Essequibo River late…
Dr Singh urges IDB to tailor lending to Caribbean country contexts
Senior Minister in the Office of the President with responsibility for Finance, Ashni Singh, on Saturday urged the Inter-American Development Bank to tailor its lending…
UMAMI enters Trinidad and Tobago market through Massy Distribution partnership
Guyanese sauce manufacturer UMAMI has entered the Trinidad and Tobago market through a distribution partnership with Massy Distribution, marking a major step in the company’s…
Linden Chamber hails Mackenzie-Wismar Bridge as key to expanding commerce in the region
The Linden Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Development (LCICD) has welcomed the construction of the Mackenzie-Wismar Bridge, saying it will significantly improve connectivity, trade…