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June 1, 2026

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The Aviation Operators Association of Guyana (AOAG) has warned that tampering with aviation infrastructure is a serious offence under civil aviation regulations, carrying fines of millions of dollars and prison terms of up to three years, depending on the violation. The warning follows reports of increased unsafe and reckless activity at hinterland airstrips, including the […]

May 31, 2026

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Lyodisa Waldron, 21, and Special Constable Andri Francis, 29, are missing after being swept under by strong currents while swimming at Unity Beach on the East Coast of Demerara on Sunday afternoon, police said. Police in Regional Division 4 ‘C’ said the incident occurred around 14:00 hrs. Waldron, a sales clerk known as “Loyda” of […]

May 31, 2026

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The Guyana Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) has launched an investigation into an aircraft accident involving a Cessna 182P, registration N9347G, which occurred near the Aricheng Airstrip in Region Seven during takeoff. Preliminary information indicates there were no fatalities. The GCAA said it is working with relevant stakeholders to determine the cause of the incident. Authorities […]

May 31, 2026

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Guyana Defence Force Track Club and Running Brave Athletics Club surged to victory on Saturday as scores of spectators lined the streets of Georgetown for the Diamond Jubilee Road Relay. The relay, organized by the Athletic Association of Guyana in collaboration with the Ministry of Culture, Youth and Sport, brought together some of the country’s […]

May 30, 2026

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The Guyana Police Force is urging citizens to report irregularities within the public transportation system, saying increased public cooperation is needed to improve accountability and service delivery. Traffic ranks, speaking on the Force’s weekly “Road Safety and You” programme, said issues such as fare increases, operator conduct, speeding and discrimination continue to affect commuters, […]

May 30, 2026

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Attorney Arudranauth Gossai was elected President of The Bar Association of Guyana on Friday, following elections at the association’s 47th Annual General Meeting held via the Zoom online platform. Gossai, who previously served as Second Vice-President on the outgoing Council, led a slate that defeated nominees headed by attorney Darren Wade for control of […]

May 29, 2026

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A member of the Guyana Defence Force (GDF) was injured on Friday after a border patrol came under fire along the Cuyuni River in Region Seven. In a statement, the GDF said the incident occurred at approximately 12:03 hrs while ranks were escorting civilian commuters in keeping with established operational procedures. According to preliminary […]

May 29, 2026

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A programme to support housing construction will be launched later this year as the government moves to assist residents with building their homes, Vice President Dr Bharrat Jagdeo has announced. Jagdeo made the announcement on Friday during a public outreach at the University of Guyana, Berbice Campus, where he and members of Cabinet engaged directly […]

May 29, 2026

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Spice Route Restaurant & Bar officially opened on Thursday evening at Lot 165 Crown Street, Queenstown, Georgetown, introducing authentic Indian cuisine and bold flavours to the Guyanese culinary landscape. Speaking at the opening, Indian entrepreneur and proprietor of Spice Route, Manoj Venkatesan, expressed enthusiasm about bringing authentic Indian flavours and hospitality to Guyana. He […]

May 28, 2026

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Some 60 fighters are expected to compete in the Guyana Boxing Association’s (GBA) latest Development Tournament on Saturday, said national coach Lennox Daniels. The tournament, set for the National Gymnasium on Mandela Avenue from 5 p.m., will feature boxers from gyms across Guyana as part of the GBA’s grassroots development programme. Daniels said the strong […]

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Aviation body warns of heavy fines and imprisonment for airstrip tampering

Man swallowed up by waves while trying to save drowning wife at Unity Beach

No deaths reported as aviation authority launches investigation into Region Seven aircraft accident

GDF and Running Brave capture top honours in Jubilee Road Relay

Police urge public to record and report speeding, overcharging and misconduct in public transport

Arudranauth Gossai elected President of Bar Association

Soldier injured in hostile fire from Venezuelan shore

Housing construction support programme to be launched later this year, says VP Jagdeo

Spice Route brings aromatic Indian flavours to Georgetown’s dining scene

60 boxers ready to light up GBA Development card

Anticipate, invest and act to outpace disaster risk, PM Phillips urges Caribbean leaders

Minister Parag comforts family of teacher who died on way to work

Heavy rains take toll on Kwakwani, Coomacka and other Region 10 communities

Anticipate, invest and act to outpace disaster risk, PM Phillips urges Caribbean leaders

Minister Parag comforts family of teacher who died on way to work

Heavy rains take toll on Kwakwani, Coomacka and other Region 10 communities