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Armed Robbery in Herstelling New Scheme: Several Stolen Items Recovered

An armed robbery on Thursday night resulted in the recovery of stolen phones and suspected counterfeit cash following a swift police response. According to Police Headquarters, a 59-year-old businesswoman was targeted by two armed men around 21:15 hrs while walking along a street. The suspects approached her, with one brandishing what appeared to be a […]

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Stabroek News to Cease Printing Operations as of March 15

Stabroek News, one of Guyana’s leading daily newspapers, is set to halt printing operations starting March 15. The announcement was made by Brendan de Caires, Chairman of Guyana Publications Inc. (GPI), during a communication with employees, as reported on the newspaper’s website. The decision comes as the publication faces challenges, including a decline in circulation […]

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Guyana Police Force Unveils New Technology in Fight Against Crime

The Guyana Police Force (GPF) has introduced an extensive array of technological tools as part of a proactive crime-fighting strategy that is already yielding measurable results. At the recent Annual Officers’ Conference, Commissioner of Police Clifton Hicken announced the deployment of 5,384 body-worn cameras across the nation. This initiative aims to enhance transparency and accountability […]

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Anna Regina National Stadium Set to Open in March, Minister Announces

Minister of Culture, Youth and Sport, Charles Ramson Jr., revealed that the Anna Regina National Stadium will officially be commissioned in March, following the recent opening of the Bayroc National Stadium earlier this month. This announcement was made during the considerations of estimates and expenditure for Budget 2026 on Wednesday evening. The Committee of Supply […]

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Electrician Remanded After Assaulting Sister and Mother

A 31-year-old electrician, Adwan Kanhai, has been remanded to prison after facing charges of assaulting his sister and using abusive and threatening language towards her and their mother during an incident in Georgetown. Kanhai appeared before acting Chief Magistrate Faith McGusty at the Georgetown Magistrates’ Courts, where he pleaded not guilty to all charges. The […]

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Handyman Sentenced to 12 Months for Break and Enter

A 41-year-old handyman, Kent Williams, has been sentenced to 12 months in prison after pleading guilty to the charges of Break and Enter and Larceny. Williams, who has no fixed address, was charged in connection with a burglary at the property of a businessman from Mon Repos, East Coast Demerara. The offense occurred between January […]

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Driver Granted Bail on Firearm, Ammunition, and Drug Charges

A 36-year-old driver, Audwin Mingo, was granted bail of $300,000 on Wednesday after appearing in court facing multiple charges related to firearms, ammunition, and narcotics. Mingo, a resident of Bamia, Linden Highway, was arrested on February 8, 2026, in Amelia’s Ward, Linden. He stands accused of possessing narcotics for the purpose of trafficking, as well […]

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Ministry Launches Initiative to Combat Truancy at City Bus Parks

Students loitering at city bus parks during school hours may soon have fewer places to hide, as the Ministry of Human Services and the Childcare and Protection Agency (CPA) have launched daily inspections targeting truancy in collaboration with the Guyana Police Force (GPF). The initiative, named “Street Light Activity,” commenced on Monday and involves joint […]

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Dispute Erupts Over Critchlow Labour College Property

News Source Guyana Reports | A heated dispute has arisen over the control of the Critchlow Labour College building on Woolford Avenue, leading to an altercation between Lincoln Lewis, Director of the College, and Dr. Stanley Paul, who claims to have seized control of the property. This morning, Lewis threatened to bulldoze the fence to […]

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Man Arrested After Fire Destroys Family Home on Essequibo Coast

A man is in custody as police investigate a fire that engulfed the family home in Onderneeming, Sand Pit, Essequibo Coast, leaving his partner and their four children devastated. Romona Bechu, the mother of the children, reported to the News Room that the fire, which occurred on Wednesday night, was allegedly set by her partner […]

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Georgetown Struggles with Widespread Flooding Following Heavy Rainfall

Georgetown is grappling with significant flooding after several hours of rain overwhelmed the city’s drainage systems. Authorities are actively working to control the situation as water levels continue to rise. The heavy downpour began early Thursday morning, quickly causing drain systems to strain. Major streets across the capital became impassable, severely affecting commuters heading to […]

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Three Arrested in Bartica After Cannabis Discovery

Three individuals were arrested on Wednesday night after police officers discovered a quantity of cannabis at the Four Miles Housing Scheme in Bartica. According to a statement from Police Headquarters, the incident occurred around 6:00 PM when officers responded to a report of suspicious activity. Upon arrival, officers observed a bag being thrown over the […]

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CANU Investigates Cocaine Shipment Concealed in Containers

The Customs Anti Narcotic Unit (CANU) has received official notifications from international law enforcement agencies regarding the discovery of cocaine concealed within two separate containers, both of which originated from Guyana. The containers, declared as containing rice and chemicals, underwent thorough inspections before departing from Guyana. At the time of the inspections, no irregularities were […]

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Georgetown Enhancement Programme Receives $2.8 Billion Boost for Urban Renewal

Georgetown’s historic markets, iconic buildings, and community spaces are set to undergo significant improvements this year, as the government launches a $2.8 billion Georgetown Enhancement Programme. During a session of the Parliamentary Committee of Supply, Opposition MP Ganesh Mahipaul and Duarte Hetsberger scrutinized the funding details with Minister of Local Government and Regional Development, Priya […]

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Government of Guyana Opens Service Centre in Region Five to Enhance Access to Public Services

Residents of Region Five (Mahaica-Berbice) can now more easily access essential government services following the inauguration of a new Government of Guyana Service Centre in Fort Wellington this week. Minister of Public Service, Government Efficiency and Implementation, Zulfikar Ally, marked this opening as a significant step in decentralizing public services, making it easier for residents […]

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Closure of Haags Bosch Landfill Site Confirmed for 2029

The Haags Bosch landfill site, the first engineered sanitary landfill in Guyana, is scheduled for closure in 2029, as confirmed by Minister of Local Government and Regional Development, Priya Manickchand. This announcement was made during the 2026 Budget Estimates discussions in the Committee of Supply, following inquiries from Opposition MP Ganesh Mahipaul regarding the landfill’s […]

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Significant Investments Approved for Regional Markets in the 2026 Budget

While the multi-billion-dollar Georgetown Enhancement Programme has dominated public discourse, the 2026 Budget Estimates reveal a substantial commitment to improving regional markets across Guyana. Millions of dollars have been allocated to upgrade and complete these essential community facilities. During Thursday’s budget discussions, Minister of Local Government and Regional Development, Priya Manickchand, addressed inquiries from Opposition […]

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