St. George’s, July 23, 2012 – Local insurance industry officials have accused the Grenada government of attempting to mislead the public on the real intent of an insurance bill that failed to receive parliamentary approval during a July 20 session of the House of Representatives.
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West Indies squad for first Digicel Test against New Zealand
St. John’s, Antigua – The Selection Committee of the West Indies Cricket Board today announced the 13-member squad for the first Digicel Test against New Zealand, starting on Wednesday, July 25, at the Vivian Richards Cricket Ground.
Roach back in the groove with 4-34 for WICB President’s XI
North Sound, Antigua – Kemar Roach made a comfortable and successful return to top-flight cricket with a brilliant bowling performance for the West Indies Cricket Board’s President’s XI against New Zealand.
Hood, Church join opposition in defeating government bill
St. George’s, July 20, 2012 – Two former government ministers joined the four opposition MPs in the House of Representatives Friday to prevent passage of an amendment bill proposed by Finance Minister, Nazim Burke.
Mervyn Dillon: WIPA camp focussed on fun
ST AUGUSTINE, Trinidad – Former West Indies pacer, Mervyn Dillon revealed that more emphasis is being placed on fun at the West Indies Players’ Association (WIPA) cricket camp which bowled off on Monday at three venues.
Newspaper apologizes to MP David over misleading headline
St. George’s, July 20, 2012 – The Grenada Informer has apologized to Peter David, a senior official of the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC), over a headline printed in the July 13 edition of the paper.
Grenada government suffers legislative defeat
by CARIBUPDATE NEWS SERVICE Friday, July 20, 2012: ST GEORGE’S, GRENADA: In an unprecedented development in the Grenada parliament, the government had a bill it piloted defeated, which observers say is a sign of Tillman Thomas’ tenuous hold on power amidst a fractious battle within his ruling party.
Historical Parish of St. Patrick hosting Carnival City on Sunday
St. George’s, July 20, 2012 – The Spicemas Corporation and its chief sponsor, LIME, are saving the best for last. The final roadshow in their Carnival City series of concerts will be held Sunday, July 22, in St. Patrick – regarded by many as Grenada’s “Historical Parish.’’
George and young Windies quick Jones top Under 17 batting and bowling
St John’s, Antigua – Windward Islands batsman Keone George topped the batting charts in the recently concluded West Indies Cricket Board inaugural Under 17 Tournament played in Tobago.
West Indies name provisional squad for ICC World Twenty20
St. John’s, Antigua – West Indies have today named the following provisional 30-member squad for the 2012 ICC World Twenty20 to be staged in Sri Lanka in September.
Dr. Hunte salutes Jamaica’s triumph in inaugural Under 17
St John’s, Antigua – President of the West Indies Cricket Board Dr. Julian Hunte congratulated the Jamaica Under 17 cricket team for their triumph in the inaugural WICB Regional Under 17 Tournament which was recently played in Tobago.
New and veteran artistes, Shortknee for Carnival City
St. George’s, July 18, 2012 – The popular Carnival City shows, hosted by the Spicemas Corporation (SMC) and LIME, continue to generate excitement and exposure to new and established artistes.
Roberts “bewildered’’ by Bernadine’s remarks
St. George’s, July 17, 2012 – Environment Minister Glynis Roberts has said that she is “bewildered’’ at suggestions that some members of cabinet had snubbed attempts at forging better relations and reconciliation among government ministers.
The best in soca to compete at Victoria Park July 27
St. George’s, July 18, 2012 – Former Soca Monarchs, Mr. Killer and Otis, will be hoping that 2012 is the year they’ll reclaim the title they once held as top soca artiste in Grenada. To retain the title, however, the two must first get through a tough field of 31 […]
David Williams and Vasbert Drakes sons in WICB Under 15 Tourney
St John’s, Antigua – The West Indies Cricket Board Regional Under 15 Tournament which bowls off tomorrow in St Kitts will include the off-springs of two former West Indies players along with the sons and relations of a number of regional players.
