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Wireless Internet now available at Tanteen Playground

St. George’s, June 13 (2010) – A newly opened playing facility in St. George’s has been equipped with wireless Internet. The Tanteen Children’s Playground, also known as “The Swing,’’ was officially opened Sunday afternoon. The ceremony, which included live entertainment from LIME Commancheroes and Republic Bank Angel Harps, was attended […]

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Phase II pan tuner willing to teach in Grenada

By Lincoln Depradine St. George’s, June 12, 2010 – Steelpan in Grenada often seems to be taken for granted; treated with the same attitude that West Indians had towards our cricket team of a generation ago – we were winners and always will be there in winners’ row. That is, […]

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Taking carnival to the people

St. George’s, June 2, 2010 (GIS) – One of the pillars of Grenada’s carnival is getting a major makeover this year. The traditional Pageant of costumed bands on Carnival Monday, usually judged indoors at Queen’s Park, is moving to the streets. Discussions are also ongoing with officials of the Grenada […]

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Insurance Week in Grenada

St. George’s, June 2, 2010 – A lecture on the importance of insurance is part of a week of activities of the Association of Grenada Insurance Companies (AGIC). The theme of the week is, “Insurance: It’s Role, Impact and Future in our Society.’’