Local News

News from Grenada

Local News

New National Party Criticizes Minister of Foreign Affairs over SAMOA Agreement Controversy

St George, Grenada — The New National Party (NNP) is raising serious concerns and criticisms regarding the recent controversy surrounding the signing of the SAMOA Agreement by the Minister of Foreign Affairs and the Prime Minister. During a national press conference held on November 22nd, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, […]

Local News

End the Occupation! End the War!

By Arley Salimbi Gill The war against the Palestinian people must stop for good—not just a four-day ceasefire; but, a commitment by all involved in this conflict to find a permanent solution to the Palestinian problem— a problem created by the West, specifically Britain, at the dawn of the 20th […]

Local News

The NNP expresses grave concern over the recent actions of Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell regarding the Samoa Agreement

The New National Party expresses grave concern over the recent actions of Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell and Foreign Affairs Minister Joseph Andall regarding the Samoa Agreement. It has come to light that from the Prime Minister own Facebook page, contrary to their statements in yesterday’s press conference, the Samoa Agreement […]

Local News

West Indies name squad for CG United ODI Series vs England

Alzarri Joseph named as vice captain; first call-up for Matthew Forde; CG United ODI Series starts on 3 December ST. JOHN’S, Antigua – Cricket West Indies (CWI) Senior Men’s Selection Panel today named the 15-member squad for the upcoming CG United One-Day International (ODI) Series against England starting on 3 […]

Local News

Adrian Mitchell’s “tremendous legacy’’

By Lincoln DePradine Adrian “Spaceman’’ Mitchell, the former Grenada sports minister, has left a “tremendous legacy’’, and forever will be remembered for his “unstinting devotion’’ to nation-building, especially in the areas of sports and culture, according to friends and acquaintances of Mitchell. Many, including the man who appointed Mitchell a […]

Local News

Former Grenadian Prime Minister Dr. Keith Mitchell’s Controversial Facebook Stream: A Trump-Like Behavior?

Former Prime Minister of Grenada, Dr. Keith Mitchell, has found himself embroiled in controversy after a Facebook stream of his birthday party surfaced, revealing supporters making disparaging statements about the present Prime Minister, Dickon Mitchell. This incident has sparked widespread criticism, with many questioning the behavior of a man who […]

Local News Politics

Grenadians and the Government’s Biweekly Payment: Examining Deception and Political Manipulation

In recent times, there has been a growing discussion surrounding the government’s biweekly payment to public workers in Grenada. Unfortunately, some misleading information has been circulating, suggesting that receiving biweekly payments equates to receiving monthly payments twice. These deceptive claims have been propagated by supporters of the New National Party […]

Caribbean News Local News

Battling the Sargassum Invasion: Strategies for Dealing with the Caribbean’s Coastal Challenge

The Caribbean’s pristine beaches and crystal-clear waters attract millions of tourists every year. However, in recent times, the region has been grappling with an unwelcome visitor: Sargassum. This invasive seaweed has been washing ashore in massive quantities, posing significant challenges to local communities, tourism, and marine ecosystems. In this article, […]

Local News

The Compromised State of the Grenada Pharmaceutical Board: Concerns over New Graduate Exams

The Grenada pharmaceutical sector has recently come under scrutiny due to allegations of compromise within the Grenada Pharmaceutical Board. The concerns revolve around the implementation of new exams for pharmaceutical students graduating from TA Marryshow Community College. These exams, designed by an unqualified political appointee of the previous NNP government, […]

Local News

Grenada National Heroes Day: A Controversial Celebration

Grenada National Heroes Day, observed on October 19th, has long been a day of both commemoration and controversy. The intention is to honor Maurice Bishop and his People’s Revolutionary Government (PRG) and the People’s Revolutionary Army (PRA) to recognize their contributions to Grenada’s history.  Many argue that this selective celebration […]