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Man Pleads Guilty to Murder of Girlfriend Shonette Dover

The young man accused of murdering his girlfriend, Shonette Dover, has admitted to the killing, bringing the long-running criminal matter a step closer to conclusion. Shaquawn Alleyne, known as “Iwse,” appeared at the Demerara High Court before Justice Sandil Kissoon on Tuesday where he formally pleaded guilty to the offence of murder contrary to common […]

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Fisherman Found Dead Inside Boat at Mahaica Koker Dam

A 55-year-old fisherman was found dead inside his boat Monday afternoon after rushing to the vessel upon being told it was taking in water at a koker dam in Mahaica, East Coast Demerara. The deceased has been identified as Stephen Ragbeer, also known as “Cannon,” of Lancaster, Unity Village, Mahaica. According to police, the incident […]

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SHOOTING INCIDENT 6 1 2026

Venezuelan Worker Shot by Licensed Firearm Holder at Parika

A 20-year-old Venezuelan construction worker of Zeelugt, East Bank Essequibo, was shot and injured late Saturday night after being found on the property of a 62-year-old licensed firearm holder at Parika. The incident occurred at approximately 23:30hrs. According to a police statement, the farmer was at home when he heard a sound at his front […]

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APNU Raises Alarm Over ‘Cumbersome’ Cash Grant Distribution; Thousands Still Awaiting Payments

The Opposition A Partnership for National Unity (APNU) has sharply criticized the government’s handling of the national $100,000 cash grant initiative, claiming that thousands of pensioners, persons with disabilities, and Hinterland residents remain without their promised funds. APNU Member of Parliament Juretha Fernandes is calling for an immediate overhaul of the distribution process, describing the […]

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Only Seven Schools Closed Nationwide Due to Weather, Ministry Reports

Just seven schools across Guyana have been temporarily closed due to weather-related challenges, the Ministry of Education announced Monday, following nationwide assessments carried out over the weekend amid heavy rainfall. In a public statement, the Ministry said Education Officers visited more than 75 percent of schools nationwide on Sunday, May 31, to evaluate conditions and […]

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Search for Missing Unity Beach Couple Enters Second Day

The search for a young couple swept away by strong currents while swimming at Unity Beach, East Coast Demerara, entered a new phase Monday as police and military personnel intensified efforts to locate them. The missing have been identified as Lyodisa Waldron, called “Loyda,” 20, and her fiancé Andri Francis, called “Bobby,” 31, both residents […]

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