Thursday August 2nd, 2012: The New National Party is appealing to the Government of Grenada to strengthen the Ministry of Social services in light of the increasing crimes of passion and violence being perpetuated among partners and individuals in communities , thus resulting in murders and serious injuries to our people.
Caribbean News and Sports
Confident Sammy looking to make it two wins in a row
Kingston, Jamaica – Darren Sammy is confident his team can defeat New Zealand in the second Digicel Test match and win the two-match Digicel Test Series. The allrounder spoke on the eve of the second match and said everyone is ready to perform at peak level over the next five […]
Grenada’s economic situation called critical, desperate
St. George’s, July 31, 2012 – Two members of the Upper House of Parliament are warning of an economic crisis in Grenada. But a government minister says the administration of Prime Minister Tillman Thomas is not to be blamed.
Results from Round 1 and Fixtures for Round 2 of WICB’s Under-19 Tournament
Tuesday, July 31, 2012: Bridgetown, Barbados — Please see below results and points standings from the first round of matches and fixtures for the second round of matches in the West Indies Cricket Board’s Under-19 three-day tournament.
Narine: “We’re pumped up” for Sabina showdown
Kingston, Jamaica – Sunil Narine summed up the mood in the West Indies camp when he said “we’re pumped up” as he set his sights on the upcoming second Digicel Test match against New Zealand at Sabina Park.
NEW NATIONAL PARTY CALLS FOR NATIONAL DAYS OF PRAYER AND REFLECTION FOR OUR NATION
Monday July 30th, 2012: The Political Leader of the New National Party, Dr the Rt Hon. Keith Mitchell, the entire Executive, Members and supporters of the NNP, wish to make a National appeal to dedicate this Saturday and Sunday , August 04th and 05th as national days of prayer and reflection for […]
ECCO AND IMC SIGNS WIDE SCREEN RIGHTS LICENSING AGREEMENT FOR LONDON OLYMPICS 2012
If you are planning to show matches to the public (outside of your home) whether it is being done for profit or otherwise, it will be necessary to obtain a licence.
Lewis gives Kiddy Cricketers lessons for life
St. John’s, Antigua –Rawl Lewis urged Scotiabank Kiddy Cricketers in Antigua & Barbuda to be focussed and be dedicated in all areas of their lives. The former Windward Islands captain and West Indies leg-spinner recently spoke to over 80 Kiddy Cricketers in the two-island state about life and the intricate […]
Narine gets special first Test wicket; leads Windies fightback
North Sound, Antigua – Off-spinner Sunil Narine took three crucial wickets – including his special first Test wicket – to change the course of play on the opening day of the first Digicel Test match on Wednesday.
Trophy received for Old Trafford All-Star football game
St. George’s, July 25, 2012 – The Carenage Organisation for Recreation and Entertainment (CORE) has received the challenged trophy that will be awarded to the winner of an Over-40 All-Star football game to be held next month at Old Trafford Playing Field in Tanteen, St. George’s.
Opposition says Land Purchase Irresponsible
St. George, Grenada, July 25, 2012: Opposition Leader, Dr. the Rt. Hon. Keith Mitchell, has described the Government’s recent purchase of property in the area of Upper Lucas Street, at a cost of $2 million, as inappropriate, untimely and irresponsible, particularly in light of the difficulties the Government has been […]
“Party Animal’’ artiste to perform at Carnival City
St. George’s, July 25, 2012 – A top regional artiste, who has won his country’s carnival Road March title, will be performing in Grenada on Thursday, July 26. Vincentian Problem Child will be a guest artiste at Thursday’s semifinal of Grenada’s 2012 Groovy Soca Monarch competition.
Disagreement, finger-pointing over failed insurance bill
There is disagreement over the meaning of changes that the Grenada government wants to apply to the local insurance industry. The changes, proposed under the Insurance Amendment Bill (IAB), call for insurance companies conducting “longterm insurance business’’ in Grenada to pay a deposit of $500,000 to the Grenada Authority for […]
Shiv all geared up for his 143rd Test match
North Sound, Antigua – Shivnarine Chanderpaul said on Tuesday that he totally enjoys every moment on the cricket field and it’s that love for the game which keeps him going day in and day out. That passion and commitment was evident as he meticulously prepared for the first Digicel Test […]
Regional Under 19 bowls off next week
St John’s, Antigua — The West Indies Cricket Board Regional Under 19 Tournament is scheduled to begin in Barbados next Monday, July 28 with three matches.
