St. George’s, March 18, 2012 – With cracks appearing in the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC), and general dissatisfaction among Grenadians about joblessness in the country, the opposition New National Party (NNP) is now talking confidently of what it plans on doing “when’’ – and not “if’’ – it returns […]
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All is not well with our souls!
By Hamlet Mark In Grenada, an under-performing government is under siege; a leadership has grown increasingly out of touch and quietly more arrogant, and instead of listening to the concerns of its friends, it has instead turned on its own.
Free Dental Clinic in the south of Grenada
St. George’s, Grenada; March 16th, 2012 − Grenada’s Ministries of Health and Education, along with the New York University College of Dentistry (NYUCD) Henry Schein Cares Global Outreach Program, have invited all individuals in need of dental care – extractions, fillings and root canals – to visit a free temporary […]
Advocating people-centered policies
St. George’s, March 16, 2012 – Tourism Minister Peter David has suggested that more shared sacrifices and greater collective decision-making could assist Grenada in meeting its economic challenges.
Sigh of relief after budget voting
St. George’s, March 16, 2012 – When the 2012 budget debate ended on March 14, many Grenadians breathed a sigh of relief. There were fears that the budget was in danger of being defeated in a parliamentary vote, leading to the inevitable calling of a general election.
Opposition Leader reaches out following appeal for peace, harmony
St. George’s, March 16, 2012 – Opposition Leader Keith Mitchell, who recently admonished the nation to follow a path of “peace and harmony’’, appears to now want to demonstrate his commitment to the appeal he made in parliament.
PM defends government, says “ready for the fight’’
St. George’s, March 14, 2012 – Prime Minister Tillman Thomas has reiterated his support for the economic direction of his government, warning that he would singlehandedly defend his administration’s record if he has to.
Minister appeals for an end to political tribalism
St. George’s, March 14, 2012 – A senior government minister has called for the establishment of a mechanism that will bring together the nation’s “best brains’’ with a view to finding solutions to the country’s problems.
GRENADA TAKES CENTRE STAGE AT COMMONWEALTH DAY OBSERVANCE IN LONDON ON MARCH 12TH 2012
Click here to listen to the best in Caribbean Music In the presence of HM The Queen, Head of the Commonwealth, the Duke of Edinburgh, The Prince of Wales, the Duchess of Cornwall and other members of the Royal Family, the Annual Commonwealth Day Observance in the form […]
Opposition leader disputes recession is over
St. George’s, March 12, 2012 – The opposition leader in Grenada has dismissed claims by Finance Minister Nazim Burke that three years of economic recession in the country have ended.
MP alleges “dictatorship’’ emerging
St. George’s, March 12, 2012 – Former Environment Minister, Michael Church, claims that Grenada’s Prime Minister is being used to impose a dictatorship on the country.
No new taxes, ministers’ pay cut in 2012 budget
Learn Basic electronics Click Here! By Lincoln Depradine St. George’s, March 9, 2012 – Government ministers in Grenada will take a five percent cut in pay starting next month, Finance Minister Nazim Burke has announced.
Quarless will seek re-election
St. George’s, March 9, 2012 – Grenada’s Social Development Minister, Sylvester Quarless, says he plans on running in the next general election. He is the current NDC Member of Parliament for St. Andrew South-West.
Bernadine’s name surfaces as challenger to Roberts
St. George’s, March 8, 2012 – Education Minister Franka Alexis-Bernadine, who has been on the team of handpicked ministers on the exclusive caucus tour of Prime Minister Tillman Thomas, is likely to be challenging longtime NDC MP Glynis Roberts for the South St. George seat.
Minister “spins’’ GIIP, saying it’s not rejected
St. George’s, March 8, 2012 – Information Minister, Senator Glen Noel, is denying reports that a proposed revenue-generating initiative from the Minister of Finance has been shelved after failing to receive majority support in cabinet.
