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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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Smithfield Women Granted Bail in Marijuana Trafficking Case

A 32-year-old housewife, Sarafina Pitt, remains in custody while her accomplice, 33-year-old Shamay Bryan, a grocery shop owner, has been granted bail set at $500,000 after being apprehended with a substantial quantity of marijuana. On January 24, 2026, the two women were reportedly found with approximately 345.8 pounds of cannabis in Number 10 Village, West […]

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From Technician to Top Law Student: Hugh Park’s Inspiring Journey

Hugh Park, formerly a telecommunications technician, has once again made headlines, this time as the top student in the Master of Laws (LL.M) in International Business and International Law program at the University of Guyana for the Class of 2025. His outstanding achievement was officially recognized during the Faculty of Social Sciences’ Awards and Prize […]

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Family Seeks Help in Locating Missing Man

The family of Shamar King is urgently seeking assistance in locating him, as he has been reported missing. Shamar, who is currently not in good health, was last seen in the Grove Scheme area. At the time of his disappearance, he was wearing a cream T-shirt and blue three-quarter pants. Family members are appealing to […]

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Rose Hall Woman Caught with Cannabis at New Amsterdam Prison

An 18-year-old woman, Alfeia Gidding of Rose Hall, Corentyne, Berbice, was arrested on Thursday, February 12, 2026, after being found in possession of three packs of cannabis at the New Amsterdam Prison. The discovery occurred following a routine search conducted by prison authorities. The contraband was cleverly hidden within two Gillette Deodorants for Men, which […]

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Tuschen Man Remanded on Attempted Murder Charge

Oswin Kenard Baker Jr., a 19-year-old resident of Tuschen North, appeared in court today facing a serious charge of Attempt to Commit Murder. This charge is in violation of Section 103(c) of the Criminal Law (Offences) Act, Chapter 08:01. Baker made his first court appearance on February 12, 2026, at the Leonora Magistrate’s Court, where […]

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SOCU Press Release Illegal Cambio Operation Busted

The Special Organized Crime Unit (SOCU) conducted a targeted joint law enforcement operation on February 11, 2026, at a money exchange location situated at 29 Lombard Street, Georgetown. This operation was initiated following credible information received by law enforcement regarding illicit activities at the premises. During the operation, officers uncovered substantial evidence of illegal financial […]

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Statement by the We Invest in Nationhood Political Party

In a Statement Via Social Media WIN wrote : Following more than eight hours of detention, the Special Organized Crime Unit (SOCU) has released five individuals, including two elderly persons, who were taken to SOCU Headquarters for questioning in what has been described as an unfounded “sting operation.” These individuals were released on their own […]

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Vendor Granted Bail in Theft of Police Officer’s Gold Chain Case

Big Smith News Watch Reports | Quacy McKay, a 29-year-old vendor from Kingston, has been granted $75,000 bail after appearing at the Georgetown Magistrates’ Courts, where he pleaded not guilty to charges of larceny. The charge stems from an incident on January 24, involving the alleged theft of a gold chain valued at $1.8 million […]

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