St. George’s, November 20, 2011 – Goals by Dexter “Pyie’’ Lawrence and Richards “Reds’’ Cherebin gave Carenage victory over Queen’s Park Rangers when the two teams met in a clash of players 40 years and older.
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Leader of the opposition address to the nation
My fellow Grenadians. It is my pleasure to address you today, in keeping with my promise to keep you updated and informed on the state of affairs in our dearly beloved country.
SUNDAY IS NNP’S GENERAL COUNCIL AND RALLY
Tuesday 15th November, 2011: The New National Party will be staging its second General Council Meeting for 2011 at the Mac Donald College in St. Patrick on Sunday 20th November. This General Council is being held under the Theme: NNP to the Rescue: Restoring National Unity and Economic Prosperity.
BISHOP’S “FLAMBEAU AWARD” CEREMONY
Two local companies, one choir and fifteen individuals, were given awards for many years of unselfish giving of time, treasure and talent in the service of the Catholic Diocese of St. George’s-in-Grenada at the “Flambeau Award Dinner” held at the Spice Basket on Saturday 29 October 2011.
NNP YOUTH ARM CALLS ON NDC ADMINISTRATION TO GET MOVING ON YOUTH ISSUES
Tuesday 15th November 2011: The Youth Arm of the New National Party continues to call on the Tillman Thomas NDC Administration to find ways and means of ensuring hope and opportunity for the youth ofGrenada. We make this call as the government continues its Youth Month celebration where we have […]
Eulogy to Anthony “Jericho’’ Greenidge – Delivered by Tourism Minister Peter David, MP for the Town of St. George
Monday, November 14, 2011 – We are here today to pay tribute to a man as Grenadian as they come; a man with a voice and an opinion, but most importantly, a bigger heart and the greatest sense of community that you can find in anyone.
NDC says opposition leader’s attempts “no surprise’’
St. George’s, November 14, 2011 – Officials of the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC) have expressed “no surprise’’ at reports that the leader of the opposition is trying to use the media to facilitate what has been described as an “image change-over’’ in his attempt to regain power in the […]
Cricket Commentator Peter Roebuck dies at 55
ABC cricket expert and newspaper columnist Peter Roebuck has died at the age of 55. Roebuck was found dead at a hotel in Cape Town where he had been covering the two-Test series between Australia and South Africa.
Of media and politics
As we pay tribute to the late Anthony “Jericho’’ Greenidge in his role as a broadcaster and commentator on radio, it is perhaps fitting to examine the media in the context of politics and election. There was perhaps no one as fearless as Jericho in keeping our politicians honest, and […]
TRANSFORMING THE LIVES OF GIRLS ACROSS THE COMMONWEALTH
London, England – Saturday November 12 2011 – Grenada joined other members of the Commonwealth on Saturday November 12th at the Kensington Town Hall in London, United Kingdom, at the Annual Commonwealth Fair hosted by the Commonwealth Countries League, in its 86th Year. The Fair was officially opened by […]
A CALL FOR JOBS from Former Minister for Works
November 9th 2011, St. George’s Grenada: Former Minister for Works, Hon. Gregory Bowen says Government has the responsibility to create the enabling conditions to facilitate the creation of permanent jobs for our people. However, since the NDC has failed miserably in this regard, he is calling on the Government to […]
Lavaman planning concert series to aid local charities
St. George’s, November 9, 2011 – Soca star, Lavaman, wants to assist local charities that are strapped for cash to meet their operational needs.
Parish Days, Best Village competitions planned for Independence 2012
St. George’s, November 8, 2011 – Grenadians will celebrate the nation’s 38th anniversary of Independence with a strong focus on environmentally friendly and parish-based activities, including a “Prime Minister’s Best Village Competition.’’
Grenada yet again OECS Swimming Champions
St. George’s, November 8, 2011 – For yet another year, Grenada has captured the team swim title among countries of the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS). Only this time, the Spice Isle will have to share bragging rights with St. Lucia.
Grenada Records 2nd Highest growth in the OECS
This table shows the June Index with Grenada recording a growth of 1.6 per cent compared with an average for the region of 0.58 per cent. As you are aware, the economies are weak but Grenada is the second in the region. Only Montserrat has a higher growth rate.
