St. George’s, Grenada (June 20, 2008) Election candidate Glynis Roberts, who has been an outspoken advocate on social issues, has again expressed consternation about the incidence of violence in Grenada.
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Stage Collapse at NDC Meeting
Sever supporters of the National Democratic Congress was injured tonight when the stage collapse. It is not know what is the cause but reports say there was massive gathering for the political meeting. More information to come..
Another Murder in Grenada – Total now 13 for 2008
Members of the Criminal Investigation Department are conducting investigations into the death of Dominic James of Grand Roy in St, John’s.
Michael Baptiste shows video and promises to chase Bowen around
No one has brought so much “pain, shame, suffering and financial loss to the people of Grenada, Carriacou and Petite Martinique” than Prime Minister Dr. Keith Mitchell and his deputy Gregory Bowen, charged former opposition leader Michael Baptiste.
Peter David signs nomination papers without interference
NDC General Secretary Peter David this morning signed documents to contest the July 8 general elections. But his party has also put in place a contingency plan in the event of further legal manoeuverings by the government to stop him from contesting the polls.
Grenada’s Code of Political Conduct
All political parties except the ruling New National Party contesting the July 8, 2008 general election in Grenada have signed the code of conduct. Here is the full document.
SUPERVISOR OF ELECTIONS SEEKS CLARIFICATION ON PRESSING ELECTORAL ISSUE
St. George’s, Grenada (June 12, 2008) Supervisor of Elections Ms. Nadica Mc Intyre wants to know if there has been a violation of election regulations which may affect the date chosen for general elections in Grenada.
Political Parties expected to sign Code of Conduct
St. George’s, Grenada (June 12, 2008) Political parties contesting the July 8th general elections are expected to sign the Civil Society Code of Political Conduct tomorrow Friday. The code drafted by representatives of Civil Society is aimed at creating a political environment within Grenada which promotes free and fair elections, […]
GOVERNMENT ENDORSES E-GOVERNANCE PROJECT
St. George’s, Grenada (June 10, 2008) The Government of Grenada takes centre stage in endorsing a project that would engage its workforce in becoming well-rounded and more efficient.
Weeklies comment on Claris Charles
St. George’s, Grenada (June 10, 2008) Grenada newspaper has criticized Clarice Charles, General Secretary of the New National Party, for “derogatory” remarks directed at candidates of the National Democratic Congress running in the July 8 general election.
Whistle stops story
St. George’s, Grenada (June 10, 2008) The National Democratic Congress, in a push to reach all Grenadians in the run up to the July 8 general elections, conducted a whistle stop tour last Saturday, June 7.
Traffic Fatality
St. George’s, Grenada (June 10, 2008) Officers of the Traffic and the Criminal Investigation Departments are conducting an investigation into a vehicular accident that led to the death of Peter Baker of Belmont in St. George’s.
NACTA POLL PREDICTS VICTORY FOR INCUMBENT NNP
An opinion poll conducted in late May by the New York-based North American Caribbean Teachers Association (NACTA) shows the incumbent NNP will be returned to office with a comfortable working majority.
Local Farmers Producing Food Solutions by Patricia Grogg
SAN JOSÉ DE LAS LAJAS, Cuba, June 9, 2008 (IPS) – Cuba’s food production is insufficient to meet the country’s needs, but the solution may lie in successful local experiences that show that farming is possible without the costly inputs used by the agriculture industry up to the late 1980s.
Free Sex Change Operations Approved By Dalia Acosta
HAVANA, June 9, 2008 (IPS) – New horizons opened up for transsexuals in Cuba with the approval of a Public Health Ministry resolution that establishes guidelines for their health care, including free gender reassignment operations.
