St George’s, October 11, 2013 – The National Democratic Congress, which was booted out of office in February 19 general elections, is holding a members’ meeting on Sunday in the northern St Patrick parish. It’s the first NDC general council since March 2012, and the first major gathering of members […]
Caribbean News and Sports
COMFORT SUITES PARADISE ISLAND EARNS CERTIFICATE OF EXCELLENCE
PARADISE ISLAND, Bahamas (October 9, 2013) – Comfort Suites Paradise Island has been recognized with the 2013 TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence, which recognizes the top performing businesses on TripAdvisor. “At TripAdvisor we understand the power of traveler reviews – and today we are proud to recognize Comfort Suites Paradise Island […]
Quotable Caribbean
“India is like my second home now, so I was thrilled when my agent presented the opportunity to me and more so, when she mentioned it was going to be filmed in Chennai, a city to which I obviously have a deep affiliation as a member of the IPL team, […]
WICB President reiterates policy to wide distribution of cricket
St John’s, Antigua – President of the West Indies Cricket Board Mr. Whycliffe ‘Dave’ Cameron today explained that the WICB has taken a decision of seeking to ensure that tournaments which are commercially viable are staged in a manner which will allow for sponsorship partnerships while maintaining the wide distribution […]
Grenada participates in the 192nd session of the Unesco Executive Board
ST. GEORGE’S, GRENADA, October 08, 2013 – GIS:Senator the Honourable Simon Stiell, Parliamentary Secretary in the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry, Fisheries and Environment, addressed the meeting of the fifty-eight-Member Executive Board of UNESCO, currently taking place in Paris, FRANCE. Responsible for Education, Science, Culture, and Communication and Information, UNESCO is […]
Health Care Sector’s Standard Operating Procedures for Gender-based Violence
ST. GEORGE’S, GRENADA, Tuesday, October 08, 2013 – The Ministry of Social Development and Housing, in joint venture with the Ministry of Health and Social Security, and supported by the Pan-American Organization and the UN Trust Fund to End Violence Against Women, has been working feverishly to finalize Grenada’s 1st […]
Coach Bennett hoping Windies A finish strong in final ‘Test’
HUBLI, India – Coach of the West Indies A Team Junior Bennett is expecting a strong finish from his team in the third and final ‘Test’ match against India A, which bowls off at the Karnataka State Cricket Association Ground on Wednesday (12 midnight Eastern Caribbean Time/11 pm Tuesday Jamaica […]
Minister of Education Declares New Wing at SJC Open
ST. GEORGE’S, GRENADA, Tuesday, October 8, 2013 – GIS: The new administrative wing at the St. Joseph’s Convent (SJC), St. George’s was officially handed-over in a ceremony held on October 8, 2013 at the school compound. The new structure, located where the old administrative building once sat, now comfortably houses […]
Windies Women go down by just 1 run in 1st ODI
Kingston, Jamaica – West Indies Women lost the first One-Day International by one run to New Zealand in a close finish at Sabina Park on Sunday. New Zealand won the toss, batted first and made 225-8 off their 50 overs. Experienced opener Suzie Bates topscored with 110 off 133 balls […]
Grenadian talent on showcase in New York
New York, October 6, 2013 – A group of veteran Grenadian pannists will showcase their talent later this month at a Grenada event in Brooklyn, New York. It’s a dinner, dance and awards’ ceremony that will be held on Saturday, October 12, at Grand Prospect Hall to commemorate the 20th […]
Daley “super excited” to play 50th match at home at Sabina
KINGSTON, Jamaica – Sunday’s first One-Day International between West Indies Women and New Zealand Women will have special significance for all-rounder Shanel Daley, as the left-hander plays her 50th ODI for West Indies and her first at her home ground Sabina Park. Daley’s impressive career has gone full circle – […]
Selman ready to show new ball skills in her 50th ODI
KINGSTON, Jamaica – Shakera Selman is set to reach a special milestone in her career when she plays in her 50th One-Day International on Sunday. The lively seam bowler is expected to use the new ball when West Indies Women face New Zealand Women in the first ODI at Sabina […]
The New York Connection
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Quatable Caribbean
“At Island Routes Caribbean Adventures, we’re seeing increased interest in visiting places of worship and culinary tours throughout the Caribbean. Our tour inventory has been expanded to include safari tour products, showcasing the indigenous animals, hiking tours and voluntourism activities that enable guests give back to the community.” – Adam Stewart, […]
West Indies name Test squad for tour of India
ST. JOHN’S, Antigua – The West Indies Cricket Board announced on Thursday that its Selection Committee has named a 15-member Test squad for the West Indies tour of India, starting later this month. Squad Darren Sammy (Captain) Tino Best Darren Bravo Shivnarine Chanderpaul Sheldon Cottrell Narsingh Deonarine Kirk Edwards Chris Gayle […]
