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Labourer Charged with Multiple Traffic Offences at Anna Regina

Josian Vanderhyden, a 22-year-old labourer from Sideline Dam, Queenstown, has been arrested and charged with several traffic-related offences stemming from incidents that occurred on December 24, 2025, at the Anna Regina Access Road. The charges against Vanderhyden include: Uninsured Motor Vehicle, contrary to Section 3(1) Driving without a Licence, contrary to Section 23(1) Failure to […]

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Construction Worker Charged with Multiple Traffic Offences at Anna Regina

Christopher John, a 27-year-old construction worker from Lima Sands, has been arrested and charged with several traffic-related offences following incidents that occurred on January 11, 2026, along the Anna Regina Public Road. The charges include: Refusing to Provide a Breath Specimen, contrary to Section 39B(5) Breach of Insurance, contrary to Section 3(1) Driving without a […]

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GECOM Initiates Preparations for Upcoming Local Government Elections

The Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM) has begun preparations for the Local Government Elections, scheduled for June 2026. The Commission is currently publishing advertisements for temporary staff to assist with the electoral process. In a statement to News Source, GECOM’s Public Relations Officer, Yolanda Warde, confirmed that the law mandates local government elections to be held […]

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Mother of Loretta Cyrus Seeks Answers in Tragic Murder-Suicide

In a heart-wrenching interview, Minierva Sancho, the mother of 31-year-old Loretta Sonia Cyrus, expressed her belief that jealousy drove her daughter’s former partner, Cyril Saul, to commit murder-suicide in Georgetown on Tuesday. Both were found dead in separate rooms at a guesthouse on Lime Street, Wortmanville, as police continue their investigation into the circumstances surrounding […]

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Taxi Driver in Critical Condition After Shooting on East Coast Demerara

A 31-year-old taxi driver is in critical condition following a shooting incident that occurred late Monday night in Triumph, East Coast Demerara. Police reported that the shooting took place around 11:45 PM near the Regional Democratic Council (RDC) in Region Four. According to preliminary investigations, the victim, a resident of Annandale West, was driving west […]

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13-Year-Old Boy Shot During Alleged Attempted Robbery in Georgetown

A 13-year-old boy was shot Wednesday morning by a licensed firearm holder after allegedly attempting to rob an 81-year-old man in front of the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception on Brickdam. The incident took place around 10:15 AM. According to police reports, the elderly victim, a pensioner, was walking with his 79-year-old brother to conduct […]

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Investigation Underway in Suspected Murder-Suicide of Loretta Cyrus and Cyril Saul

Loretta Sonia Cyrus, a 31-year-old cleaner, was found dead alongside her former partner, Cyril Saul, a 36-year-old security guard, in a suspected murder-suicide incident at the KK Villa Guesthouse on Tuesday. Authorities recovered a firearm, ammunition, a knife, and a suspected poisonous substance from the scene, raising concerns about the circumstances surrounding their deaths. Preliminary […]

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Minister Priya Manickchand Affirms Government Commitment to Community Needs

Minister of Local Government and Regional Development, Priya Manickchand, reaffirmed the government’s commitment to addressing the needs of residents across the nation during a community engagement event held in Canal No. One Polder. Accompanied by Minister within the Ministry of Agriculture, Vikash Ramkissoon, and Minister of Public Utilities and Aviation, Deodat Indar, Manickchand emphasized the […]

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Pandit Walks Free After Court Upholds No-Case Submission.

HGP NIGHTLY NEWS REPORTS – Pandit Walks Free After Court Upholds No-Case Submission. A 67-year-old farmer and businessman, Khemraj Persaud, also known as “Pandit,” walked free today after a magistrate upheld a no-case submission at the conclusion of the preliminary inquiry into the murder of Chormanie Tulsie, called Anits. The ruling was delivered at the […]

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Regional Education Officer Issues Statement to Clarify Misleading Claims About Anna Regina Secondary Dormitory

Ms. Shondelle Hercules, the Regional Education Officer, has issued a statement to address misleading information circulating on social media regarding the condition of the Anna Regina Secondary School Dormitory. The statement responds to a post dated January 13, 2026, which included outdated images purportedly depicting the dormitory’s condition. Hercules emphasized that these images do not […]

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Minister Susan Rodrigues Responds to Allegations in Open Letter

Susan Rodrigues, the Minister within the Ministry of Housing and Water, has issued a pointed letter addressing allegations made against her by Azruddin Mohamed, a political party leader currently facing serious charges in the United States, including money laundering and fraud. In her letter to the editor, Rodrigues stated that she has cooperated fully and […]

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R3CCI Condemns Arrest of Businessman Stanley Basdeo Over Cybercrime Charge

The Essequibo Islands – West Demerara Chamber of Commerce and Industry (R3CCI) has expressed strong condemnation regarding the arrest and cybercrime charges laid against Region Three businessman Stanley Basdeo. His arrest followed the publication of a TikTok video where he voiced frustration about delays in obtaining a firearm license and referenced alleged bribery, without naming […]

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CCAC Reports Record Complaints in 2025, Auto Industry Dominates Concerns

The Competition and Consumers Affairs Commission (CCAC) reported a significant increase in complaints for the year 2025, receiving a total of 506 complaints, with 156 specifically related to the auto industry, encompassing sales, repairs, and parts. The complaints against the auto sector alone amounted to over G$312 million. In a statement, the CCAC highlighted the […]

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Attorney General Calls for Legal Profession Reforms at Law Year Opening

Attorney General Anil Nandlall SC has urged significant reforms to elevate professional standards within Guyana’s legal profession, advocating for stricter induction requirements for new lawyers and enhanced disciplinary measures for misconduct. Speaking at the Opening of the Law Year 2026 on Tuesday, Nandlall underscored the critical role that the legal profession plays in society, asserting […]

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Driver Arrested After Fatal Crash Claims Life of 22-Year-Old

The driver involved in the fatal crash that claimed the life of 22-year-old Lakhram Etwaroo has been apprehended after initially fleeing the scene. The incident occurred on Sunday around 11:00 AM when Sumesh James, a resident of Number 36 Village, was driving his vehicle, with license plate PXX 9161, and had Etwaroo as a passenger. […]

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