St. George’s, Grenada (June 11, 2008) Jamaica’s Reggae Boyz hit a snag in their preparation for the start of the FIFA World Cup qualifiers which kicks off against the Bahamas in four days time, when they went down 1-2 to 143rd ranked Grenada at the National Stadium in St George’s, […]
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GOVERNMENT ENDORSES E-GOVERNANCE PROJECT
St. George’s, Grenada (June 10, 2008) The Government of Grenada takes centre stage in endorsing a project that would engage its workforce in becoming well-rounded and more efficient.
Weeklies comment on Claris Charles
St. George’s, Grenada (June 10, 2008) Grenada newspaper has criticized Clarice Charles, General Secretary of the New National Party, for “derogatory” remarks directed at candidates of the National Democratic Congress running in the July 8 general election.
Whistle stops story
St. George’s, Grenada (June 10, 2008) The National Democratic Congress, in a push to reach all Grenadians in the run up to the July 8 general elections, conducted a whistle stop tour last Saturday, June 7.
Traffic Fatality
St. George’s, Grenada (June 10, 2008) Officers of the Traffic and the Criminal Investigation Departments are conducting an investigation into a vehicular accident that led to the death of Peter Baker of Belmont in St. George’s.
NACTA POLL PREDICTS VICTORY FOR INCUMBENT NNP
An opinion poll conducted in late May by the New York-based North American Caribbean Teachers Association (NACTA) shows the incumbent NNP will be returned to office with a comfortable working majority.
Local Farmers Producing Food Solutions by Patricia Grogg
SAN JOSÉ DE LAS LAJAS, Cuba, June 9, 2008 (IPS) – Cuba’s food production is insufficient to meet the country’s needs, but the solution may lie in successful local experiences that show that farming is possible without the costly inputs used by the agriculture industry up to the late 1980s.
Free Sex Change Operations Approved By Dalia Acosta
HAVANA, June 9, 2008 (IPS) – New horizons opened up for transsexuals in Cuba with the approval of a Public Health Ministry resolution that establishes guidelines for their health care, including free gender reassignment operations.
Kidnappings Rise as Economic Woes Deepen by Elizabeth Eames Roebling
PORT-AU-PRINCE, June 9, 2008 (IPS) – Several thousand people, including remnants of the wealthy and educated class who remain in Haiti, took to the streets of Port-au-Prince Wednesday to rail against what they say is government inaction amid a rise in kidnappings.
Oil price reaches a record high
The price of oil has made a record jump to nearly $139 a barrel, amid reports it could reach $150 by July because of rising demand and political tension.
INDUSTRIAL AGREEMENT SIGNED
An Industrial Agreement was signed on the Monday 2nd June 2008, between the Commercial and Industrial Workers Union and Grenada Public Service Co-operative Credit Union.
NDC MP Peter David wins dual citizenship case
ST. GEORGE’S, GRENADA (JUNE 3, 2008) — The Court of Appeal in Grenada has thrown out a dual citizenship case brought by the Attorney General against National Democratic Congress Member of Parliament Peter David.
Windies Face Uphill Task on Last Day
ST JOHN’S, Antigua – Australia, leading by 127 runs, reached 244 for six in their second innings at the close on the fourth day of the second Digicel Test against West Indies at the Vivian Richards Cricket Ground on Monday.
NDC Not Suprised with Election Date
There is finally light at the end of the tunnel, and this long dark night of mismanagement and corruption is set to end on July 8th, 2008. Grenadians have been praying long and hard for change, and the National Democratic Congress believes that their prayers are about to be answered.
Sale of Cable & Wireless Shares Extended to June 30, 2008
The public may recall that the period for the sale of Cable & Wireless shares expired on May 06, 2008. At that time, Grenadians home and abroad purchased seven hundred and seventy five thousand, four hundred and ninety (775, 490) shares for a total of $9.7 million dollars. The shares […]
