The Consulate General of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago in New York confirms that Mr. Slinger Francisco, “The Mighty Sparrow” is alive. The Consulate General was informed of his condition today 12th September, 2013 at 8:37am by his son, Mr. Richard Francisco, who has been […]
Caribbean News and Sports
Grenadian soca Artiste Synnah Releases His Second Book In His Zombie Avengers Series
Multitalented Grenadian Soca artiste Earl Edwards, best known as Synnah in the music world, has expanded his artistic wings to become a highly revered children’s author. His literary debut is a series of books for 9-12 year olds called Zombie Avengers. The first book in the series Zombie Avengers: Slay […]
Sparrow is very much alive
According to Tony, the son of the Mighty Sparrow, “dad is very much alive” and has been responding to family members although he is in a coma. Do not believe in the rumors out there especial from postings on social media, that is very disturbing to the relatives and close […]
Primary Health Care make early Major Impact
ST. GEORGE’S, GRENADA, Thursday, September 12, 2013 – GIS: A noticeable increase in the number of home visits to patients in need of healthcare services has boost the confidence level of the Grenada’s healthcare policy directors. The increase comes as the Ministry of Health and Social Security – Primary Health […]
Grenada upgrades from Board of Tourism to Tourism Authority
ST. GEORGE’S, GRENADA, September 11, 2013 – GIS: Increased marketing opportunities, greater potential for earning and better partnership with airlines and cruise ships are just a few of the benefits that Grenada will enjoy as it embarks upon new tourism frontiers by embracing the concept of a Tourism Authority. At […]
Solozano, Moti-Kanhai, McSween named in Windies Under 19 squad to face Bangladesh
St. John’s, Antigua – The West Indies Cricket Board today announced the West Indies Under 19 squad to face Bangladesh Under 19 in a seven match One Day Series to be played in Guyana in October. Leading run scorer in the recently concluded Regional Under 19 Tournament, Trinidadian Jeremy Solozano […]
Upgrades turn up the volume on Adventist radio ministry
Sep 10, 2013 – Silver Spring, Maryland, United States ANN staff, with reporting by Shelley Nolan Freesland A multi-million dollar upgrade dedicated last week at Adventist World Radio’s flagship studio in Guam will broaden the scope of the radio ministry’s outreach across Asia, administrators say. The $2.9 million upgrade features a […]
Kirani James Receives EC 500,000 in cheque and Treasury Bills
ST. GEORGE’S, GRENADA, Tuesday, September 10, 2013 – GIS: Olympic 400 metre champion Kirani James, has received a cheque valued at EC 100,000 dollars, the first part of EC 500,000 dollars promised to him by the government after his historic feat in London last year. Prime Minister Dr. Keith Mitchell […]
Walton seeks consistency in India
BRIDGETOWN, Barbados – Chadwick Walton said he was looking to achieve consistency in front and behind the stumps when he suits up for the West Indies A-Team on their upcoming tour of India. The Jamaican wicketkeeper/batsman, who has played most of his regional cricket for the Combined Campuses and Colleges, […]
PengCo Music’s Randal Alexander is on a mission
Port-of-Spain, Trinidad. September 9, 2013——Randal Alexander’s music engineering studio at PengCo Music is full of activity and there’s no sign of slowing down. On the heels of some super hot releases featuring Swappi and Orlando Octave last month, PengCo Music has unleashed another track featuring Swappi- one called, OMG. Already […]
T&T beat Windwards by 5 runs in warm up game
ROSEAU, Dominica – Andre Fletcher form continue in T20 with an inning of 87 of 53 balls for the Windward Islands president 11 vs Trinidad and Tobago in Roseau, Dominica. Despite Fletcher inning the Windwards loss by 5 runs. Fletcher’s inning included eight sixes and four fours as the Windward Islands reached 148 chasing 152 by Trinidad. Rayad […]
Saqlain “honoured” to be working with Windies spinners
CAVE HILL, Barbados – Saqlain Mushtaq said he was honoured to be invited to the Caribbean to train the current generation of West Indies spinners. The former Pakistan off-spin master accepted an invitation from the West Indies Cricket Board and has been sharing his wisdom and understanding with current […]
CARNIVAL 2013 MAS RESULTS
OLE MAS FEMALE CHARACTER 1st Place: Moreen Hartman Portrayal: “Up Under Me” From the Band: BG Production 2nd Place: Michelle Russell Portrayal: “The Devil’s Bride” From the Band: Antoine International 3rd Place: Elizabeth Taylor Portrayal: “Nannie Wine” From the Band: BG Production OLE MAS MALE CHARACTER 1st Place: Roland Guy […]
Grenada Remember Hurricane Ivan
Nine years ago on September 7, 2004, Hurricane Ivan, a category 3 storm, struck the tiny island of Grenada, causing widespread devastation. The cost of the disaster was estimated at more than US$900 million, more than twice the country’s GDP. Hurricane Ivan damaged more than 80 percent of the country’s building […]
Changes made ahead of Windies-A tour to India
ST. JOHN’S, Antigua – The West Indies Cricket Board announced on Friday that Ashley Nurse will replace fellow off-spinner Shane Shillingford in the West Indies A-Team for the three “Tests” on their tour of India, starting later this month. Revised “Test” squad Kirk Edwards (captain) Kieran Powell (vice-captain) Kraigg Brathwaite […]
