ST. GEORGE’S, GRENADA, JUNE 26, 2018, (GIS): – A total of twenty-five emergency response personnel from the private and public sectors have received additional training in Emergency Care and Treatment (ECAT), as the Ministry of Health continues to build capacity for the successful handling of disasters and emergencies especially as plans […]
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A bridge over troubled water for St. Kitts-Nevis
By Dr. Neals J. Chitan Despite months of social intervention in the Federation of St. Kitts-Nevis, the guns are still intermittently popping, stealing the lives of targeted and unsuspecting victims alike. Of course, the numbers have shown an encouraging decline, like the 45% drop in homicides on the mainland of […]
CCJ ORDERS PRESCRIPTIVE TITLE IN GUYANESE LAND DISPUTE
Port of Spain, Trinidad. The Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ) ordered that the appellant, Ms. Rajpattie Thakur in her capacity as the executrix of the will of her mother, Mrs. Dolarie Thakur, be declared the rightful owner of land at Plantation Mon Desir, Canal No. 2 West Bank Demerara in […]
Top Caribbean entertainers & DJs for 2018 DC Carnival Experience
Washington, DC (Sonique Solutions) – Following a collection of highly successful warm up events commencing in the month of March, all roads now lead to ‘Destination DC Carnival Experience’ which will feature exciting, major Caribbean cultural festivities. These events will not only coincide with the US’ 4th of July celebrations […]
NDC HEARTBEAT: THE IMF STAFF CONCLUDING REPORT ON THE STRUCTURAL ADJUSTMENT PROGRAM – PART 1
After campaigning in 2013 on a platform of no new taxes and a pledge not to go to the IMF, immediately on forming the Government, the NNP broke its promises and took Grenada to an IMF monitored Structural Adjustment Program (“SAP”). The SAP was to be for 3 years from […]
“THE CEREMONY WILL BE DELAYED BUT THE SHOW WILL GO ON AS PLANNED”
“The Ceremony will be delayed but thee show will go on as planned” Those were the words of the Chairman of the Coalition of Service Industries, Jude Bernard, referring to the Second Annual Services Expo, opening on Thursday, at the Grenada Trade Center. According to Mr. Bernard, “although the date […]
Shine DC ready for homecoming at Hookie Weekend 2018
Washington, DC (Sonique Solutions) – With all the excitement and anticipation for the upcoming 2018 edition of the annual Hookie DC weekend, festival fanatics are anxiously awaiting the return of the famous fete ‘Shine’ which will this year join the lineup of cherished events on Saturday 23rd June. Shine DC […]
KEMAR ROACH REACHES 150 TEST WICKETS
GROS ISLET, St. Lucia- Kemar Roach became the thirteenth WINDIES bowler to reach 150 Test wickets, joining an elite list of WINDIES Legends, the likes of Courtney Walsh, Curtly Ambrose, Michael Holding and Malcolm Marshall among others. Roach expressed his honour in joining this elite group and is looking forward […]
CCJ Dismessses Appeal By Barbadian Public Servant
Port of Spain, Trinidad. The Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ) today issued its reasons for dismissing the appeal of Mr. James Ifill, a public service employee, who was compelled to resign from his office after an investigation found him guilty of several misconduct charges. Mr. Ifill had been employed as […]
Update on Fire at the Frequente Business Park
The Grenada Investment Development Corporation (GIDC) in collaboration with the Royal Grenada Police Force (RGPF) Fire Department hosted a meeting on May 15, 2018 which informed all affected tenants of the results of the investigation into the fire on February12, 2018. The fire, which completely destroyed building number 10 at […]
Her Majesty The Queen to honour young person from Grenada with prestigious Award for improving the lives of others
Her Majesty The Queen will present Jenella Edwards from Grenada with a Queen’s Young Leaders Award at a special ceremony at Buckingham Palace, London, on Tuesday 26th June. The Awards recognise the work that young people from across the Commonwealth are doing to transform lives in their community and beyond. […]
Health Officials in Grenada responding to Reported increase Dengue Cases on Island
ST. GEORGE’S, GRENADA, JUNE 6, 2018, (GIS): – An ongoing targeted fogging operation, supported by beefed up home inspections and health promotion public awareness activities are among aggressive measures being taken by Grenadian health-care officials in response to the recent spike in Dengue reported cases on the island. The beefed up […]
Kolette Easy set to release “Believe”
Toronto, Ontario (Sonique Solutions) – Vocal Powerhouse Kolette Easy has been touching the masses through her unique gift of song, with shows ranging from intimate venues in her homeland of Canada to lavish performances at several international festivals. The beloved R&B songstress will continue her musical momentum with the release […]
GLOBAL CONSULTANCY BODY CELEBRATES INTERNATIONAL CONSULTANTS’ DAY
The International Council of Management Consulting Institutes (ICMCI), in unison with its members and management consultants from around the world, recognizes and celebrates today as ‘International Consultants’ Day’. Today as we celebrate the genesis and accomplishments of the consulting profession, we also celebrate our clients and stakeholders for their engaging […]
NNP COMPLETES SUCCESSFUL ENVIRONMENTAL DAY CLEAN UP
Tuesday 5th June, 2018: The New National Party (NNP) on Sunday (June 3rd) held a successful clean up campaign in the St. George and St. Andrew areas. A team of supporters from the five St. George based constituency branches cleaned the Rocks along the western seacoast from the cruise ship […]
