A mother in Berbice is demanding justice after her nine-year-old son, Loven Collins, died ten days after allegedly being assaulted by his 15-year-old cousin. Loretta Collins shared her heartbreaking story with the News Room, recounting the tragic events that led to her son’s untimely death. On November 12, Loven was riding his bicycle to visit […]
A market vendor and her family have been left in a state of shock following a harrowing armed robbery at their home on Monday night. Seewatee Seecharran reported that two men, one masked and the other unmasked, stormed their residence around 6:50 PM, holding her disabled children at gunpoint and escaping with over $700,000 in […]
The Ministry of Labour and Manpower Planning has initiated a comprehensive investigation following the emergence of viral videos accusing Gold Mountain Ya Mei Construction Inc., a Chinese-owned company, of unsafe working conditions, unfair wages, and a failure to grant salary increases. The company, which operates at the Aurora Gold Mine, has firmly rejected these allegations, […]
The Vigilant Political Action Committee (VPAC) has raised alarms about the deteriorating safety conditions on the country’s roads, labeling them as “death traps.” In light of rising concerns over traffic accidents and fatalities, VPAC is advocating for the immediate implementation of a mandatory defensive driving and road-safety certification program for all commercial drivers, including minibus […]
In a Statement on Facebook Mr. Mark Goring Wrote : A troubling incident occurred today at Regma Primary School, where several students fell ill after consuming breakfast as part of the school’s meal program. The children were served chow mein, which was reportedly sour, leading to numerous complaints of sickness afterward. This alarming event is […]
HGP Nightly News Reports — A local man, Stanford Forde, is demanding justice following a shooting incident on March 11, 2025, in which he was shot multiple times. The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) has advised that no charges will be laid against the individual who shot him, prompting concerns regarding the sufficiency of the […]
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A post-mortem examination has confirmed that 52-year-old Sesupaul Ramgobin was shot in the head, raising serious questions among investigators about the motive behind the attack on this quiet resident. Known locally as ‘John Paul,’ Ramgobin was described by relatives and neighbors as a mentally challenged man who lived alone and posed no trouble to anyone. […]
In a tragic incident, nine-year-old Levon Collins, a pupil at Kildonan Primary School, was allegedly beaten to death during a confrontation with his 15-year-old female cousin. The alleged attack occurred approximately two weeks ago as Levon was riding his bicycle to his aunt’s home. Reports indicate that while on his way, the bicycle’s chain slipped, […]
Members of Parliament from the We Invest in Nationhood (WIN) party, along with supporters, staged a protest outside Parliament this morning, demanding that Speaker Manzoor Nadir schedule a meeting for the election of the Leader of the Opposition. Three weeks after the 13th Parliament was convened and all Members of Parliament were sworn in, there […]
Two Guyanese men, Wayne Corriea, 44, and Ramesh Pramdeo, 51, faced charges today in the Leonora Magistrates’ Court, accused of assisting Venezuelan suspects linked to the deadly bombing at the Mobil Gas Station on Regent Street. They appeared alongside 33-year-old Venezuelan national Jennifer Rodriguez before Magistrate Alisha George. All three individuals are charged with terrorism […]
The Guyana Police Force (GPF) has reported a significant increase in traffic violations, with over 200 cases logged each week, primarily for illegal parking and obstruction. This rise is largely attributed to the effectiveness of the Safe City monitoring system. Traffic Chief Mahendra Singh disclosed that the system has proven to be a vital enforcement […]
The extradition proceedings against U.S.-indicted businessman Nazar Mohamed and his son, Azruddin Mohamed, progressed on Monday at the Georgetown Magistrates’ Courts, where additional documents pertaining to their case were presented. Prosecutor Terrence Williams briefed reporters following the hearing, confirming that the documents submitted represent the complete set of materials provided by the United States, which […]
Relatives of Jerome Bernard, a 31-year-old teacher and livestock farmer, are urging the government to take immediate action to address the issue of stray animals on roadways following a tragic accident that claimed his life. Brenda Lewis, Bernard’s aunt, expressed her concerns to reporters, emphasizing the need for authorities to implement measures that prevent animals […]
The family of 36-year-old Latoya Griffith is seeking answers after the tragic deaths of both Latoya and her newborn at the New Amsterdam Public Hospital. The hospital has confirmed that a medical investigation is currently underway. Region Six Regional Health Officer, Dr. Vineshri Khirodhar, stated that the matter is being taken seriously, and a formal […]
The Guyana Police Force (GPF) is making notable strides in curbing serious crime through a combination of intelligence, technology, and community engagement. In 2025, the country has recorded the lowest levels of serious offenses in the past decade, with 801 fewer serious crimes reported, a drop from 1,070 in 2024. Crime Chief Wendell Blanhum shared […]
The Government is taking decisive action to tackle growing concerns over bullying, reckless driving, and other societal issues, particularly those affecting children. Minister of Human Services and Social Protection, Dr. Vindhya Persaud, announced that consultations are underway among the Ministries of Education, Human Services, and Home Affairs to identify solutions for these challenges. Dr. Persaud […]
Elizebath Chung, also known as “Liza,” a 40-year-old chef from Albertown and Alexander Village, was arrested on November 22, 2025, at the Bina Hill Police Checkpoint in Region 9. She was found importing ten dogs without the necessary permit. Chung was charged with importing a terrestrial animal without a permit, in violation of Section 22(1) […]
Just over a year after being charged with stealing private photographs from his ex-girlfriend’s phone and posting them on social media, 34-year-old Jeremy Smith has been sentenced to 24 months in jail and fined $2.5 million for cyber crime offenses related to the photo leak. Smith, an IT Technician, was originally charged in July 2024 […]
Attention Customers: Our team has discovered that a coconut tree has fallen onto a section of our network. As a result, customers from Belle Plaine to Zeelandia and Maria’s Pleasure will continue to experience interruptions in their electricity supply. The team is currently on-site and actively working to remove the tree. We appreciate your patience […]
