NEW YORK, July 16, 2012 – Despite threats of heavy thunderstorms, hundreds of Grenadians converged on St Andrew’s Park in Brooklyn, New York for the Grenada, Carriacou & Petite Martinique Day.
Caribbean News and Sports
It’s time to call it quits Mr. Prime Minister
Dear Editor The Prime Minister’s address at the “Government’s rally” in Gouyave on July 8th had been billed as an account of his government’s performance over the past four years. This was one of the most remarkable speeches made by the Prime Minister during his four years in office. It […]
Narine conquers Black Caps as Windies finish in grand style
Basseterre, St Kitts — Sunil Narine saved his best for last as he and his West Indies team-mates finished off the Digicel One-Day International Series with another impressive display. The slow bowler produced a magical spell which bamboozled New Zealand as West Indies won the fifth and final Digicel ODI […]
Appeal to intensify support for Kirani and other Olympians
St. George’s, July 15, 2012 – A senior member of the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC) is urging nationals to intensify the public display of support for the country’s athletes who will be participating in the 2012 Olympic Games in London, England.
The best of Best as Windies celebrate Digicel Series win
Basseterre, St Kitts — The lion-hearted Tino Best bowled his heart out for West Indies on Saturday with four wickets as the home team again knocked over New Zealand to seal a superb series win.
Permaul to lead WICB President’s XI against New Zealand
St. John’s, Antigua – The Selection Committee of the West Indies Cricket Board today announced a 12-member WICB President’s XI squad for the three-day, tour match against New Zealand, starting this coming Friday at the Vivian Richards Cricket Ground.
Gibson keeps faith; expects win on Saturday
Basseterre, St Kitts — West Indies believe they have what is required to rebound and beat New Zealand when the two teams meet in the crucial fourth Digicel One-Day International at Warner Park.
UNITED STATES AMBASSADOR MEETS DR. MITCHELL
ST. GEORGE, GRENADA, 13th July 2012: On Thursday June 28, 2012, the United States’ Ambassador to Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean states, Ambassador Larry Leon Palmer, made a courtesy call on, and held discussions with, Opposition Leader, Dr. the Rt. Hon. Keith Mitchell at Dr. Mitchell’s residence, Happy Hill, St. […]
Devon Thomas to replace Denesh Ramdin
Basseterre, St Kitts — The Selection Committee of the West Indies Cricket Board today announced the 13-man squad for the fourth and fifth Digicel One-Day Internationals against New Zealand. Wicket-keeper Devon Thomas has been called up to replace Denesh Ramdin, who is getting married.
Windies make special donation on Runako Morton Day
Basseterre, St Kitts — The members of the West Indies and New Zealand teams as well as thousands of fans paid honour to the late Runako Morton on Wednesday in a match dedicated to the memory of the former Nevis, Leeward Islands, Trinidad & Tobago and West Indies batsman. The […]
ANOTHER RECORD PAYOUT BY ECCO
The Eastern Caribbean Collective Organisation for Music Rights (ECCO) Inc., the St. Lucia based music royalty collection organization, will today make royalty payments to its members and members of affiliates totaling over $450,000. This is a record achievement by this small regional organisation surpassing its disbursement of $¼ Million made […]
Alleged attempt to remove Thomas as NDC leader years ago
St. George’s, July 10, 2012 – General Secretary of the ruling NDC, Peter David, has revealed that unnamed members of the party made attempts almost a decade ago to remove Tillman Thomas as leader of the National Democratic Congress.
Kraigg Brathwaite to lead West Indies at ICC Under-19 World Cup
ST JOHN’S, Antigua — Test batsman Kraigg Brathwaite has been named Captain of the West Indies Team for the International Cricket Council’s Under-19 World Cup in Australia next month. The tournament runs from August 11 to 26.
NDC General Secretary says election victory possible
St. George’s, July 9, 2012 – A senior member of the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC) has said the party can win a second consecutive term in office when general elections are called.
West Indies to pay tribute to Runako Morton
Basseterre, St Kitts — Wednesday, July 11 has been declared “Runako Morton Day” by the members of the West Indies team. The third Digicel One-Day International against New Zealand has been dedicated to the memory of the former middle-order batsman, who was a team-mate of most members of the squad.
