NEW YORK, NY. — MAY. 13, 2009 — Grenadian Soca artist Synnnah (sin nah) has signed a licensing agreement with the Texas based record label ISV entertainment. Under terms of the agreement, The Company will release recordings from the artist as well as seek licensing for media outlets including feature […]
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Spice Mas Launch 2009
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CBET, CHOICE HOTELS TO ADDRESS BARBADIAN HOTELIERS THURSDAY
BRIDGETOWN, Barbados (May 12, 2009) – The regional entity Caribbean Business Enterprise Trust (CBET), headed by Barbadian management consultant Dr. Basil Springer, reports that it is teaming up with the international lodging company Choice Hotels International, to support hotels in the region.
AIR JAMAICA ANNOUNCES NEW BAGGAGE POLICY – FOR NEW YORK-GRENADA and NEW YORK-BARBADOS FLIGHTS
Click here for Pysadee Outreach video Kingston, Jamaica May 8, 2009 –Air Jamaica will implement a new policy for checked baggage on flights between New York and Grenada and New York and Barbados. Passengers travelling on these routes in Lovebird Economy class may now check one bag free of charge, […]
Environmental Monitoring a must for Caribbean Countries
Caribbean countries are some of the most environmentally fragile in the world. There is unquestionable evidence that man-made and natural activities contribute to environmental degradation. When one considers that in the Caribbean the environment is inextricably linked to our economic and social development, there is need for countries to have […]
Government promises “cordial relations” with social & economic partners
Labour Minister Hon. Glynis Roberts has called on the Grenada Trades’ Union Council, (GTUC) to be more proactive and to join government in exploring opportunities for greater national development.
Preserving the country’s revenue base
Government is streamlining the process of providing answers to people who have questions and concerns about the application and payment of taxes. The administration has re-established the Income Tax Tribunal, which had been out of commission for some time. Finance Minister Nazim Burke said the operation of the Tax Tribunal […]
RECESSION PRESENTS OPPORTUNITY FOR LIFESTYLE CHANGE
ATLANTA, Georgia (May 7, 2009) – The current global economic crisis presents an opportunity for time-deprived professionals to embark on a lifestyle of balance and well-being which can lead to longevity and prosperity.
TAIWANESE BANK DEMANDS FULL REPAYMENT OF LOANS TO GRENADA
Thursday, May 07, 2009, St. George’s: The Export – Import Bank of the Republic of China on Taiwan (ROC) has issued a formal demand notice to the Government of Grenada for the immediate re-payment of approximately US$25 million (EC$67.9M), borrowed by previous administrations by way of four (4) separate loans.
Grenada Carnival 2009
The crowning jewel of Grenada’s summer events is carnival, Spice Mas. The final two days of Spice Mas – Carnival Monday and Tuesday – are August 10 and 11.
CULTURE, SPORTS, TOURISM EXPECTED TO PAY BIG DIVIDENDS
An observation – even a very casual one – of the work of the National Democratic Congress Government would undoubtedly reveal that in the past nine months, an inordinate amount of emphasis has been placed on our nation’s cultural, sports and tourism products. One of the government’s main reasons is […]
NAM Meeting in Cuba
HAVANA, Cuba, May 1, 2009 – Foreign Minister Hon. Peter David has held bi-lateral meetings with several delegations at the Ministerial Meeting of the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) in Havana.
LABOUR MINISTER APPEALS FOR PROACTIVE PARTNERSHIP
ST. GEORGE’S, May 1, 2009 – The current global economic and financial crisis should not be a reason for “unnecessary’’ firing of workers or for abandoning our commitment to the less fortunate of society, Labour Minister Glynis Roberts has said.
MP ROBERTS HELPS REUNITE SISTERS
Two Grenadian sisters, separated for nine months, have been reunited following the intervention of Hon. Glynis Roberts, NDC Member of Parliament and Minister of Labour and Social Services.
Opposition leader urges students to take precautions
Leader of the opposition, Dr. The right Hon. Keith Mitchell, is advising all Grenadian students in Mexico to take all the necessary precautions to protect themselves from the swine flu which has resulted in the death of persons who have contracted the virus. Dr. Mitchell says his prayers are with […]
