LONDON, UK, March 26, 2009 – Grenadian nurses in several disciplines may be in a position to enhance their skills with the offer of cooperation between Grenada and London South Bank University, Faculty of Health and Social Care.
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NACC’s Annual Franchise Conference & Trade Expo in Brooklyn focuses on recession resistant franchising
Brooklyn, NY: With many franchises in over 75 industries proving to be “recession resistant,” the New American Chamber of Commerce (NACC) has aptly decided to focus on franchising opportunities in its 3rd Annual Franchise Business Conference & Trade Expo, to be held on Saturday, March 28, 2009 from 9 a.m. […]
Media Slip-Up Draws Wrath of Regulators By Peter Richards
PORT OF SPAIN, (IPS) – Everyone concedes that the media got it wrong that day. But a decision by the Telecommunications Authority of Trinidad and Tobago (TATT) to launch a formal investigation is raising fears that the incident is being used to clamp down on press freedom here.
Air Jamaica Announces Changes to Meal Service in Economy Class
March 20, KINGSTON—Effective May 1, Air Jamaica will offer its Economy Class passengers a complimentary packaged snack, instead of the current meal service. Tea, coffee, soft drinks and juices will be complimentary and passengers will be able to purchase alcoholic beverages as desired. Complimentary champagne will be discontinued.
NDC Editorial – MINISTRY OF HEALTH HAS TAKEN THE RIGHT POSITION
No one should doubt the determination of the Grenada’s NDC Government to solve the country’s health problems. Over the last several months since taking office, the government has hired doctors, provided training in oncology and other specialist upgrading to nurses, and it’s negotiating for more health professionals and more modern […]
Grenada’s ruling NDC wants women to take a larger leadership role
Kingstown, St. Vincent, March 15, 2009 – A senior female executive member of Grenada’s ruling National Democratic Congress party wants women to take a larger leadership role in the affairs of their countries and the Caribbean.
NDC’s Congratulatory Message to Antiguan Leader
ST. GEORGE’S, Grenada, March 13, 2009 – The National Democratic Congress extends congratulations to the United Progressive Party (UPP) and its leader, Honourable Baldwin Spencer, on being re-elected to government in Antigua and Barbuda.
AMBASSADOR STEPHEN FLETCHER – CARIFORUM REPRESENTATIVE
BRUSSELS, Belgium, March 12, 2009 – Grenada’s Ambassador to the European Union, Ambassador Stephen Fletcher, has been selected by the grouping of CARIFORUM Ambassadors in Brussels to be the Regional Representative on the Centre for the Development of Enterprise (CDE).
Police Shooting Confirmed
The Royal Grenada Police Force confirms a shooting incident in the Hope Vale area of St. George’s. The incident occurred this morning, March 11th 2009, at around 10.20 during an operation conducted by members of the Drug Squad of the R.G.P.F.
The Grenada Revolution – an undying legacy
By Gerry Hopkins (hopkinsgerry@gmail.com) Toronto, March 6, 2009. MARCH 13, 2009 will mark the 30th anniversary since the Grenadian people, led by Maurice Bishop’s New Jewel Movement (NJM), indigenously took the destiny of their country into their own hands and gave birth to the first and only bloodless […]
STEELPAN NOW BEING TAUGHT IN PRIMARY & SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN CARRIACOU & PETITE MARTINIQUE
St. George’s February 20, 2009, (GIS)…. The Ministry of Carriacou and Petite Martinique Affairs, led by Senator George Prime, is endeavoring to take steel pan music to another level on the Sister Islands.
The people of Carriacou keeping tradition alive
St. George’s February 20, 2009, (GIS)…. The people of Carriacou are keeping tradition alive, celebrating part of their culture handed down by their African ancestors. Residents of the twin villages of Mt. Pleasant & Grand Bay have just completed their annual series of Village Maroon activities.
Grenadian Student Organization to be revived in New York
St. George’s February 20, 2009, (GIS)…. A Grenada students’ organization that once existed in New York City could soon be revived. The reconstitution of an organization to represent Grenadians studying in New York was one of the topics discussed at a recent meeting involving students and diplomats, Derrick James […]
Grenadians Abroad Still Celebrating Grenada’s 35th Anniversary
St. George’s February 20, 2009, (GIS)…. Nationals at home may have ended their commemorative activities marking Grenada’s 35th anniversary of Independence, but the celebrations are still underway in Washington.
Public discussions on the proposed Economic Union
St. George’s, February 20, 2009 (GIS) – Grenada will soon be embarking on public discussions on the proposed Economic Union between the Organization of Eastern Caribbean States and Trinidad and Tobago.
