The National Democratic Congress (NDC) wishes to thank the scores of Grenadians who took the time out of their busy schedules to be a part of the Town Hall Meeting facilitated by the party, in our efforts to enhance the national conversation to save Camerhonge Park. The Party also recognizes […]
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Eyes on the next general election
Caribupdate Weekly, Editorial January 7, 2016 This New Year, like in previous years, Grenada will be hosting or participating in regional and international sporting events, which are sure to provide us with moments of pride and joy. We look forward, for example, to Team Grenada – led by our greatest […]
Government says Camerhogne Park has not been given up
ST. GEORGE’S, GRENADA, January 5, 2016 : The Government of Grenada has given its strongest assurance yet that locals and visitors will continue to enjoy the benefits of Camerhogne Park. The assurance aimed at allaying public concerns, was made during the first cabinet briefing for 2016 by Sen. Winston Garraway, […]
PARTNERSHIP IS KEY TO SUCCESS, SAYS CARIBBEAN LIFE HONOREE
BROOKLYN, New York (January 3, 2016) – In accepting a 2015 Impact Award from Caribbean Life newspaper for her community-based work, Kwayera Archer Cunningham stressed the importance of working together and building strong relationships in order to achieve transformative results. The veteran non-profit organization executive received one of 25 Caribbean […]
ST. LUCIA’S ANSE CHASTANET AND JADE MOUNTAIN AWARDED TRIPADVISOR GREENLEADERS STATUS
LUCIA (January 3, 2015) – Anse Chastanet and Jade Mountain, two of St. Lucia’s most picturesque resorts, have been recognized by the TripAdvisor® GreenLeaders™ program, which helps travelers around the world plan ecologically responsible trips by identifying hotels engaging in environmentally-friendly practices. TripAdvisor GreenLeaders properties have to meet a set of environmental standards developed […]
New Years Honours 2016
HER MAJESTY THE QUEEN has been graciously pleased to give orders for the following appointment to the Order of the British Empire (Civil Division) to the under- mentioned:- KCMG JUSTICE LYLE KEVIN ST. PAUL For Public Service and the Judiciary OBE DR. CHAMARTHY SUBBARAO For service to the Medical Profession […]
Notice from the Interim Committee for Carriacou and Petite Martinique Carnival 2016
The Interim Committee for Digicel Carriacou and Petite Martinique Carnival 2016 hereby invite all private promoters interested or intending to stage events during the 2016 Digicel Carriacou and Petite Martinique Carnival Season to contact the committee as soon as possible in order to facilitate proper programming and agenda for the […]
Natalie Cole has Died
Singer Natalie Cole has died at age 65, her publicist said. Cole won six Grammys for her 1991 critically acclaimed album “Unforgettable: With Love,” a jazzy tribute to her father, Nat King Cole. Cole underwent a successful kidney transplant at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles in 2009. Her kidney troubles […]
Nimrod celebrates Christmas with Carriacou and PM
ST. GEORGE’S, GRENADA, December 30, 2015: The Parliamentary Representative for Carriacou and Petite Martinique Hon. Elvin Nimrod was in the middle of Christmas celebrations in the sister isles. Nimrod participated in Christmas activities which included lighting of Christmas trees, award ceremonies, cocktail and dance as well as toy distribution. One […]
Donation for young swimmers
St George’s, December 16, 2015 – Members of community-based swimming clubs, as well as swimmers at government-run primary schools across Grenada, soon will be receiving swimsuits and other gear to help improve their performance in the sport. The gear, which also includes goggles and trunks, has been donated by Clevoy […]
Body of Canadian Citizen Linnea Veinotte found
The body of Linnea Veinotte has been found after Akim Frank surrendered himself to the police late last night. Linnea’s husband, Matt Veinotte, thanked the Royal Grenada Police Force for their efforts, and said on behalf of all the family; “We are of course devastated at the loss of our […]
WICB GETS INPUT OF ADVISOR
Rodney Bay, St. Lucia – The West Indies Cricket Board (WICB) is hosting its regular quarterly meeting with its Directors (today and tomorrow) and they have acquired the services of noted counsel, Anthony Waddy Astaphan SC as an advisor to look at the recommendations for the CARICOM final report on […]
GRENADA REPRESENTED AT TRINIDAD & TOBAGO’S PMSCL INT’l NIGHT DRAG RACING TOURNAMENT
On Saturday and Sunday November 28th and 29th respectively, Trinidad and Tobago held its annual International Night Drag Racing Competition, at Fort Read, Wallerfield, Trinidad. The Grenada Motor Club (GMC), coordinator of Grenada’s International and Invitational Drag Racing series, travelled with six racing teams – over thirty Grenadians – to […]
Jamaican Bank Buys Guardian Holdings
Guardian Holdings Ltd (GHL) has been notified by the National Commercial Bank Jamaica Ltd. (NCBJ) that NCBJ has agreed to purchase 29.9% stake in GHL. This transaction is a momentous event in the financial services sector in the Caribbean, as GHL is the leading insurer across the region and holds […]
GTA hosts Open Day for Tourism Month
St. George’s, Grenada: 17th November, 2015 – The Grenada Tourism Authority (GTA) will host an open day on Friday, 27th November from 9:00am to 3:00pm at its headquarters on the Carenage in observance of Caribbean Tourism month. The activity will allow attendees to become more acquainted with the operations of […]
