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December 24, 2025

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For Kamal Devi Bissessar, a 34-year-old mother of four, and Savitri Motielall, 52, the gift of a new home has made this Christmas truly unforgettable. Both women, residents of Bloomfield Village, Corentyne, Berbice, received newly constructed houses on Tuesday, offering not just shelter but a renewed sense of safety and hope. “I feel so happy. […]

December 23, 2025

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Captain of Chase Academic Foundation, Bryan Wharton, is basking in the glory of winning the KFC Goodwill International School Football Tournament, which concluded on Sunday at the Ministry of Education ground. Chase defeated St. Benedict College of Trinidad and Tobago 5-4 on penalties after a nil-all draw, and Wharton shared why the win was meaningful. […]

December 23, 2025

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After 35 years of paying rent, this Christmas marked a defining moment for single mother Rosanna Gobin. Standing outside her new home, keys in hand, the long wait for stability and permanence finally came to an end. For Ms. Gobin, the house represents more than shelter—it signals relief from decades of financial strain and the […]

December 22, 2025

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A 30-year-old miner was on Monday sentenced to 11 years and six months’ imprisonment for the 2021 killing of a fellow miner at Obanna Backdam, Kurubrong, Potaro, Region Eight, following a High Court hearing in Essequibo. Francisco Sampson, also known as “Junior,” formerly of Lot 35, Seventh Avenue, Bartica, Region Seven, was sentenced by Justice […]

December 22, 2025

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An investigation has been launched into an alleged robbery and murder that claimed the life of a 61-year-old businessman and left another injured early Monday morning at Cumberland Village, East Canje, Berbice. The deceased has been identified as Chen Yongping, a businessman of Chinese descent. Injured during the incident was Chen Dongrong, 32, who resides […]

December 10, 2025

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Residents of Moruca and surrounding communities in Region One now have access to upgraded healthcare services following the commissioning of the $35 million Karaburi Health Post. The facility was officially commissioned this week by Minister of Health, Dr. Frank Anthony, marking a significant advancement in the delivery of medical services to the hinterland region. During […]

December 10, 2025

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Youth aspiring to become pilots are set to benefit from the launch of the Air Transport Cadets’ Next Generation of Aviation Professionals programme on Tuesday, as the nation’s aviation sector expands. The initiative was launched by the Guyana Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA), International Air Cadet Training Ltd (IACT), Air Cadets Guyana, and the University of […]

December 10, 2025

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The Private Sector Commission (PSC) has called for a national consultation to review the governance structure of the Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM), saying reforms are needed to reduce political gridlock and strengthen technical decision-making. This was one of several recommendations outlined in the PSC’s report on the 2025 General and Regional Elections. Speaking at a […]

December 10, 2025

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The regularisation of the Skull City squatting area at Patentia on the West Bank Demerara is advancing with the Housing Ministry already allocated lots to 33 households, with the remaining allocations currently being processed. Local Government Minister Priya Manickchand made this disclosure during an interaction with residents on a visit to the community on Wednesday. […]

December 10, 2025

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Headline: Magistrate rejects Mohameds’ constitutional challenge; extradition proceedings set for January Principal Magistrate Judy Latchman on Wednesday dismissed a constitutional challenge brought by businessmen Nazar Mohamed and his son, Azruddin, clearing the way for extradition committal proceedings to begin early next year. The Mohameds, who are wanted by authorities in the United States, had argued […]

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New homes bring joy and security to two Berbice families this Christmas

Wharton basking in glory

Single mom receives keys to her own home after 35 years of renting

Remorseful miner sentenced to 11 years for 2021 Backdam killing

Chinese businessman killed, another injured in Berbice robbery

$35M heath post commissioned at Karaburi

Future pilots to get head start with cadet training

PSC urges review of GECOM’s structure to avoid political gridlock

Skull City being regularised: 33 households receive lots

Magistrate rejects Mohameds’ constitutional challenge; extradition proceedings

US Deputy Secretary of State to meet President Ali, Prime Minister Persad-Bissessar this week

Removal of derelict vehicles, soundproofing for bars among plans for Rose Hall, President tells residents

Craigwell wages war on stigma, silence around mental health

US Deputy Secretary of State to meet President Ali, Prime Minister Persad-Bissessar this week

Removal of derelict vehicles, soundproofing for bars among plans for Rose Hall, President tells residents

Craigwell wages war on stigma, silence around mental health