The chairman of Grenada’s carnival organizing committee has said that underfunding at all levels, including from government, is one of the main factors hindering the development of carnival.
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Sports Ministry congratulates Team Grenada
On behalf of the Government and people of Grenada, the Ministry of Youth Empowerment and Sports, would like to congratulate the Grenada Olympic Team which participated in the Games of the XXX Olympiad in London, the United Kingdom.
New National Party empathizes with the Travelling Public
Wednesday 15th August 2012: The New National Party wishes to empathize with all visitors to Grenada as well as the travelling public, over the full strike action taken by LIAT workers based at the Maurice Bishop International Airport (MBIA) in Grenada, which commenced from midday on Tuesday 14th August. This […]
DIGICEL AND SAMSUNG BRING THEIR CUSTOMERS CLOSER TO THE EXCITEMENT OF THE OLYMPICS
Monday August 13th 2012 – Kingston, Jamaica: Digicel and Samsung joined forces earlier this year to bring the excitement of the Olympics to their customers across the Caribbean and Central America with a promotion that got customers caught up in the euphoria of the Games.
Results from Round 4 of WICB’s Under-19 Tournament | Fixtures and match officials for Round 5
Bridgetown, Barbados — Please see below results and points standings from the fourth round of matches and fixtures for the fifth and final round of matches in the West Indies Cricket Board’s Under-19 three-day tournament:
Spinners shine bright as Guyana stun Windwards
Bridgetown, Barbados — Guyana pulled off a superb come-from-behind victory by 53 runs over Windward Islands as the fourth round of matches in the West Indies Cricket Board’s Under-19 three-day tournament came to a thrilling climax on Sunday.
Lavaman, Shortpree capture soca titles
St. George’s, August 11, 2012 – Another champion will be crowned today, Saturday, August 11, in competitions of the 2012 carnival celebrations of the Spicemas Corporation (SMC).
UWP SALUTES CARIBBEAN ATHLETES
Castries Saint Lucia, August 7, 2012 – Saint Lucia`s main opposition United Workers Party extends congratulations to the many Caribbean athletes who continue to represent the region with distinction and great honor at the 2012 London Summer Olympics.
Old Trafford all-star squad named for football game Sunday
St. George’s, August 8, 2012 – Organizers of the recent United Insurance Over-40 football competition that was played at Old Trafford in Tanteen have chosen an all-star squad for a game on Sunday, August 12.
A Large Gold Medal + A Small Golden Deed = Greatness
By Neals J. Chitan It was the worst of times, it was the best of times! A statement which most fittingly describes the civic, social and political climate of Grenada, the beautiful Spice Island Paradise of the lower Caribbean within the last year. Grenada made its recent tainted debut into […]
Grenada continues to celebrate Olympic gold medal
St. George’s, August 7, 2012 – It was a partial holiday in Grenada Tuesday as nationals commemorate the country’s first Olympic medal. Grenadian Kirani James, 19, won the 400 meters Monday in 43.94 seconds at the London games. Prime Minister Tillman Thomas described it as an “historic performance,’’ which sparked […]
Kirani James Wins Gold For Grenada
LONDON — Kirani James claimed Grenada’s first medal in Olympic history Monday night, easily winning the 400-meter gold by more than a half-second. James who is the current world champion ran an impressive race in 43.94 seconds leaving the rest of the field almost .5 seconds behind..
New National Party welcomes Diaspora
St. George’s, Grenada, August 6th, 2012: The New National Party takes this opportunity on behalf of its Political Leader Dr.the rt.Hon.Keith Mitchell , the entire Executive , Members and supporters of the Party , in extending a very warm welcome to all members of the Diaspora team who have answered […]
Kirani James reaches the Finals of the Men’s 400M
Kirani James, world’s champion of Grenada eased into the 400m final after winning his semi-final. James finished in 44.59 seconds ahead of Chris Brown of the Bahamas with Paralympic champion Oscar Pistorius down in eighth.
High expectations for Spicemas events
St. George’s, August 4, 2012 – A new format will be implemented today, Saturday, August 4, when young Grenadian masqueraders and entertainers perform at the Children’s Carnival Frolic (CCF). Among the changes are an earlier starting time for the CCF, and a longer route for the young mas’ players.
