A taxi driver has been remanded to prison following charges of possession of an unlicensed firearm after his arrest during a foiled robbery attempt in New Amsterdam, Berbice. Jayz Halley, 23, of Stevedore Housing Scheme, Georgetown, appeared before Magistrate Michelle Matthias at the Reliance Magistrates’ Court. He was charged with possession of a firearm without […]
Leaders of the newly formed coalition, Forward Guyana Movement (FGM), are expressing their outrage over the Guyana Elections Commission’s (GECOM) decision to reject their proposed election symbol. One leader described the decision as “irresponsible,” sparking significant concern within the coalition. The news of FGM’s symbol being rejected came just hours after the coalition was officially […]
General Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party (PPP), Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo, expressed strong confidence in the party’s ability to win the upcoming general elections but cautioned supporters about potential risks in the electoral process. Speaking to over 12,000 supporters at a fundraising dinner at the Arthur Chung Conference Centre on Friday evening, Jagdeo declared, “We […]
USA TODAY : Sean “Diddy” Combs will remain incarcerated at the Metropolitan Detention Center after U.S. District Court Judge Arun Subramanian denied his request for bail on July 2. This decision came just hours after Combs was convicted on two criminal charges, following nearly 10 months in jail, which included the duration of his two-month […]
The APNU Coalition has expressed alarm over the recent announcement that Mr. Bissoondyal Singh, President of the Guyana Cricket Board (GCB), and his entire membership have endorsed President Irfaan Ali for a second term. In a statement released via Facebook, the coalition denounced what they described as an “outrageous decision.” The APNU noted that this […]
Pt. Ubraj Narine, the former Mayor of Georgetown, took to Facebook earlier today to express his outrage over a political meeting held by Minister Zulfikar Mustapha of the PPP Government at Baracara Primary School during school hours. Narine criticized the event, stating, “Holding a political meeting during school hours, robbing our children of precious class […]
The Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation is urgently seeking assistance in locating the family members of several patients who have been medically discharged but continue to reside at the facility. Despite being cleared for discharge, no relatives or guardians have come forward to collect them. The hospital is appealing to the public for help. If you […]
at May 26th Nursery School, Melanie Damishana The May 26th Nursery School in Melanie Damishana celebrated the inauguration of a new play park, enhancing its facilities for young students. First Lady, Her Excellency Mrs. Arya Ali, officially commissioned the park alongside Minister Susan Rodrigues, as part of the National Beautification Project. Minister Rodrigues highlighted that […]
Source: www.thecity.nyc || After more than three decades of fighting to prove his innocence, Brian Kendall — a Guyanese-born man convicted in 1989 of a fatal shooting in Brooklyn — is finally on the verge of exoneration. Brooklyn District Attorney Eric Gonzalez announced Tuesday that the Conviction Review Unit (CRU) has determined Kendall is “likely […]
Members of the Guyana Police Force’s Narcotics Branch conducted a successful operation today (Wednesday, June 2, 2025), leading to the recovery of a .45 pistol, 24 rounds of matching ammunition, and over 2,000 grams of illegal narcotics at Crown Dam, Parika. The operation, led by a female Deputy Superintendent, uncovered two bulky plastic bags hidden […]
News Source Guyana Reports : Four years after taking the helm of GTT, which has recently been rebranded as ONE Communications, the company has announced the departure of Chief Executive Officer Damian Blackburn. The decision was communicated to staff members recently, with Blackburn expected to remain on the company’s Board of Directors for a few […]
Days after announcing his resignation from the People’s National Congress Reform (PNCR), former Member of Parliament Jermaine Figueira has elaborated on the reasons for his decision, which also includes stepping down as an Opposition Member of Parliament. In a statement released this morning, Figueira, who hails from Linden, described his departure as the result of […]
News Source Guyana Reports : One day after Minister of Public Works Juan Edghill praised the completion of the Ogle to Eccles Highway at a significantly lower cost than proposed by the previous APNU+AFC Administration, former Public Infrastructure Minister David Patterson has challenged this assertion, claiming the project was completed at a higher cost for […]
of Guyana’s Political Developments Attorney General Anil Nandlall has firmly rejected claims that recent tweets from two U.S. Congress members criticizing political developments in Guyana are frivolous or orchestrated. Speaking on Tuesday night, Nandlall emphasized that social media posts from senior U.S. lawmakers carry significant weight and reflect serious policy positions rather than random commentary. […]
Attorney General Anil Nandlall has confirmed that Guyana will soon implement a national Sex Offenders Registry, addressing recent criticisms over delays in establishing this long-awaited system. In a statement made Tuesday night, Nandlall responded to an editorial that questioned, “Where is the Sex Offenders Registry?” and criticized the government for perceived inaction on the matter. […]
at Regional Division 4 ‘B’ Headquarters In a Social Media Post Via the Assembly for Liberty and Prosperity Page · The Assembly for Liberty and Prosperity (ALP) strongly condemns the verbal attack on Dr. Simona Charles Broomes and other female members during a live broadcast at the Regional Division 4 ‘B’ Police Headquarters on July 1, […]
In the early hours of Tuesday, July 2, 2025, a police constable was arrested in Ruimveldt after being found in possession of an unlicensed firearm and ammunition. At approximately 1:30 AM, police ranks conducting an Anti-Crime Mobile Patrol received reports from residents about a white Premio motor car parked on a street in Riverview, with […]
The National AIDS Programme Secretariat (NAPS) has announced with great sadness the passing of Ms. Felicia Hussain. A dedicated Voluntary Counselor and Tester with NAPS since 2018, Ms. Hussain previously made significant contributions as a seasoned Peer Educator. Her hard work and commitment to the program had a profound impact on many lives, and her […]
The family of Leon Sikandar is mourning his tragic death following a three-vehicle collision along the Rupert Craig Highway on Tuesday morning. In a heartfelt Facebook post, Leon’s sister, Angelina, confirmed the devastating news early Wednesday. “Yesterday, I got devastating news; our brother, through no fault of his own, was involved in a 3-vehicle accident. […]
In a response to criticisms regarding the use of a U.S. lobbying firm to attack political opponents, President Irfaan Ali has described sanctioned businessman and presidential candidate Azruddin Mohamed as a “security risk” to Guyana. During a Facebook Live statement from his office, President Ali announced that measures have been activated to secure the nation’s […]
