Mar 28, 2026
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Flooding in Region Two under control, 23 pumps deployed
Flooding across several communities in Region Two has been largely brought under control following a rapid and coordinated response by the regional administration, as monitoring…
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Authorities target littering, prioritise prosecution of offenders
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Local Government Minister Priya Manickchand have agreed to strengthen cooperation to curb littering, with a focus on ensuring offenders…
US-donated field hospital to open in Essequibo, President Ali announces
Residents of Essequibo in Region Two will soon have access to a field hospital, President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali announced, following the conclusion of the…
Public Works Ministry: Roads not municipal property, takeover within law
The Ministry of Public Works said the government’s designation of 22 roads as public roads was lawful and rejected claims by Georgetown Mayor Alfred Mentore…
Suriname says operating within legal rights on river levies, invites Guyana to seek extension
Suriname’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, International Trade and Cooperation said it is operating within its legal rights to charge vessels for use of its waters…
Court dismisses Brutus abuse of process claim; money laundering charges to proceed
Acting Chief Magistrate Faith McGusty has dismissed an abuse of process application filed by former Assistant Commissioner of Police Calvin Brutus, clearing the way for…
Celebrations erupt as three acquitted, one convicted in 2021 Sophia murder
Three defendants were acquitted while one was found guilty yesterday in the trial over the 2021 murder of Keon McPherson in Sophia. After nearly three…
US Embassy ready to help Linden businesses connect with US partners, explore investment opportunities
A team from the United States (US) Embassy’s Department of Commerce has signalled its willingness to help businesses in Linden connect with American partners and…
CCJ interim stay: Forde welcomes ruling, Nandlall maintains appeal unlikely to succeed
The Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ) has set April 21, 2026, to hear the application for special leave to appeal filed by the Mohameds, with…
Sponsorship fires up national rifle team ahead of Caribbean meet
The Guyana National Rifle Association (GuyanaNRA) has received financial support from the Continental Group of Companies as it prepares to defend its title at the…
Man held for domestic violence dies in custody
Jordan Payne, 30, of South Haslington, East Coast Demerara, died early on Tuesday while in custody at the Cove and John Police Station, police said.…
New Demerara Bank branch brings services closer to East Coast communities
Demerara Bank Limited has officially opened a new branch at Beterverwagting on the East Coast of Demerara, expanding banking services in the area while placing…
Fisherman feared drowned in Corentyne River; family clings to hope
Worry has taken hold of a Corentyne family as 28-year-old fisherman Alladin Dookie of Lot 686, #76 Housing Scheme Phase 2, Corentyne, Berbice, is feared…
Single mother in Coffee Grove receives new home on Eid Day
For years, a single mother in Coffee Grove worked tirelessly to provide for her two children, despite living in an inadequate home. On Saturday, her…
Massy Stores Providence marks 10 years, serving 15,000 customers weekly
Massy Stores marked the 10th anniversary of its Providence outlet on Saturday with in-store activities, including customer recognition and promotional giveaways. Shoppers who visited Massy…
PM Phillips urges stronger CELAC-Africa ties on climate, trade
Prime Minister, Brigadier (Ret’d), Mark Phillips, called for deeper cooperation between the Community of Latin American and Caribbean States and African Union member states to…
Teacher placed on leave amid sexual allegations at Brickdam Secondary School
A teacher at Brickdam Secondary School has been placed on administrative leave following allegations of a sexual nature made by students, the Ministry of Education…
Bodybuilding Federation appoints Disciplinary Committee
The Guyana Body Building and Fitness Federation has named its disciplinary committee, a move aimed at strengthening oversight and maintaining professional standards in the sport,…