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Jul 29, 2014 News
Torrential rain and high winds late Sunday afternoon caused extensive damage to almost 85 percent of the roof of the Mackenzie Sports Club pavilion. Zinc sheets were sent flying, leaving most of the facility exposed to the elements.
Constructed in 1956, the Sports Club history is integrally intertwined with that of the Mining Town, as almost every significant event observed in the community, has been hosted there.
Famous for the Mackenzie Sports Club Fair, and the hosting of the first Mashramani celebrations in Guyana, among other notable events, the facility has been graced by members of the royal family, and both local and foreign dignitaries, over the years.Considering its rich history, Lindeners are justly perturbed. Some are already wondering who is going to foot the bill for its massive rehabilitation.
On Sunday the facility took the brunt of a thunderstorm which pummeled the Mining Town. The roofs of several homes were also damaged. The home of the Cummings family of South Amelia’s ward took a beating, with a star apple, coconut and breadfruit tree crashing into the two flat building.
Fortunately, the family escaped unscathed, but are still pondering their next move. The storm, the likes of which, many said, has never been seen in Linden, also uprooted several utility poles, resulting in blackouts throughout the Town, and disrupting telephone service in some communities. (Enid Joaquin)
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