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Gang knocks down Cane Grove man then beats him to death

Jan 03, 2016 KNews News Comments Off on Gang knocks down Cane Grove man then beats him to death

Police on the East Coast of Demerara are in the process of rounding up members of a gang that beat a 22-year-old Cane Grove, Mahaica labourer, so bad and left him lying on the road that he succumbed...

Tuschen resident stabbed to death

Jan 03, 2016 KNews News Comments Off on Tuschen resident stabbed to death

By Romila Boodram Just a couple hours into the New Year, the celebration and enjoyment were shattered for a Tuschen Housing Scheme, East Bank Essequibo (EBE) family when a member of their household...

Dem boys seh…Smile wid dem boys today because you might cuss dem tomorrow

Jan 03, 2016 KNews Dem Boys Seh, Features / Columnists, News Comments Off on Dem boys seh…Smile wid dem boys today because you might cuss dem tomorrow

Yesterday was de first working day of de new year. Knowing what this column stands for and how it mek people grin, some does cry, some does laugh while others smile when dem boys skin dem up, by now...

New CJ unveils plan to upgrade work of Supreme Court in 2016

Jan 03, 2016 KNews News Comments Off on New CJ unveils plan to upgrade work of Supreme Court in 2016

By Rehanna Ramsay Newly appointed Chief Justice (Ag) Yonette Cummings-Edwards intends to “fire on all cylinders,” to ensure that work at the Supreme Court is at peak level of performance in 2016....

Surinamese national busted with cocaine

Jan 03, 2016 KNews News Comments Off on Surinamese national busted with cocaine

Thanks to alert ranks at the Moleson Creek Ferry terminal, a Surinamese national was intercepted yesterday with a quantity of cocaine in his possession. According to the police, the man, who has been...

“Is We Own”… Seeing the natural Guyana through Annette & Dave Martins

Jan 03, 2016 KNews News Comments Off on “Is We Own”… Seeing the natural Guyana through Annette & Dave Martins

By Annette Arjoon-Martins It is certainly true that for anyone seeking to explore Guyana, whether a resident, from the diaspora or a completely new visitor, that we are fortunate to live in the...

Gold exports regain lead, surpass US$500M in 2015

Jan 03, 2016 KNews News Comments Off on Gold exports regain lead, surpass US$500M in 2015

– Mohamed’s Enterprise is largest producer for fifth year The official gold declarations figures have been released by Government with the metal last year regaining its lead ahead of...

Key report paving way for constitutional reform presented to PM

Jan 03, 2016 KNews News Comments Off on Key report paving way for constitutional reform presented to PM

Prime Minister, Moses Nagamootoo, on Thursday last, received an interim report from the Convener of the Steering Committee on Constitutional Reform (SCCR), Nigel Hughes. The SCCR commenced work on...

2015, a dismal year for Sugar Workers – GAWU

Jan 03, 2016 KNews News Comments Off on 2015, a dismal year for Sugar Workers – GAWU

2015, has largely been a dismal year for Sugar Workers and indicators are not promising for the future. The working-class clearly will have to struggle on several fronts, among which are to protect...

US-based charity ICO to unveil massive projects in 2016

Jan 03, 2016 KNews News Comments Off on US-based charity ICO to unveil massive projects in 2016

International Children’s Outreach (ICO), is seeking to achieve new levels of success in 2016, as it embarks on massive projects aimed at developing the lives of as many Guyanese children as the...

D’Urban Park large green lawn works moving apace

Jan 03, 2016 KNews News Comments Off on D’Urban Park large green lawn works moving apace

…nine Presidential ponds to be dug The days of a forested look of Durban Park aback of the 1763 Monument are over. Works are moving apace to make the location into a green space for all to enjoy....

Energy efficient stoves among projects for 2016 – GEA

Jan 03, 2016 KNews News Comments Off on Energy efficient stoves among projects for 2016 – GEA

By Jarryl Bryan The Guyana Energy Agency (GEA) has announced several ambitious projections for this year. They include developing a hydro power development action plan and to introduce energy...

Demerara Criminal Assizes review…Judges dispose of 41 criminal matters in October session

Jan 03, 2016 KNews News Comments Off on Demerara Criminal Assizes review…Judges dispose of 41 criminal matters in October session

A total of 41 matters received attention in the October 2015 Demerara Criminal Assizes. Five judges, Justice Jo-Ann Barlow, Justice Priya Sewnarine-Beharry, Justice Navindra Singh, Justice Roxane...

HIV/AIDS to be treated as a priority in 2016

Jan 03, 2016 KNews News Comments Off on HIV/AIDS to be treated as a priority in 2016

– Health Minister Minister of Public Health, Dr. George Norton has said that plans are afoot to implement systems to seriously tackle, the HIV/ AIDS virus this year. In 2005, Guyana had one of...

Stag Super XVI – Grove Hi Tech outlast Ann’s Grove to $1.5m and bragging rights

Jan 03, 2016 KNews Sports Comments Off on Stag Super XVI – Grove Hi Tech outlast Ann’s Grove to $1.5m and bragging rights

Victoria Kings outstay Mahaica Determinators for third Defending champions Grove Hi Tech had to once again pull out all the stops to once again take home the top prize of $1.5 million and bragging...

Commissioners divided over shutting down sugar estates – report

Jan 03, 2016 KNews News Comments Off on Commissioners divided over shutting down sugar estates – report

The report coming out of the Commission of Inquiry (CoI) set up to examine the sugar industry has indicated that the views of the Commissioners differ as it relates to the continued existence of...

Digicel Merry Mansion reloaded

Jan 03, 2016 KNews News Comments Off on Digicel Merry Mansion reloaded

First winners walk away with millions in cash and prizes Digicel on December 30, presented over five million dollars in cash and prizes to the first ten winners of the first Merry Mansion Reloaded...

5th Annual GFA/Banks Cup Knockout tournament…. Riddim Squad brush past Western Tigers to claim GFA/Banks Cup

Jan 03, 2016 KNews Sports Comments Off on 5th Annual GFA/Banks Cup Knockout tournament…. Riddim Squad brush past Western Tigers to claim GFA/Banks Cup

By Michael Benjamin In a game of swaying fortunes, and backed by a vociferous bunch of supporters, Riddim Squad FC (RS) displayed grit and determination to overcome Western Tigers FC (WTFC) 2-1 and...

Modernised Psychiatric Hospital on the cards

Jan 03, 2016 KNews News Comments Off on Modernised Psychiatric Hospital on the cards

Public Health Minister, Dr. George Norton has signalled his intention for the reconstruction of the National Psychiatric Hospital (NPH) in Berbice as the Public Health Ministry begins implementation...

Addressing labour issues in the mining industry is challenging

Jan 03, 2016 KNews News Comments Off on Addressing labour issues in the mining industry is challenging

– Chief Labour Officer Like recurring decimals, many young men, some older ones, too, but very few women, have ventured into the mining areas of Guyana with promises of very attractive...

President Granger commits to continue building public trust

Jan 03, 2016 KNews News Comments Off on President Granger commits to continue building public trust

As across the nation, Guyanese ushered in Guyana’s Jubilee year, President David Granger, like many others, spent the time in prayer and reflection at the Church of the Transfiguration on...

UDFA GT Beer final… Gittens strike earns Federal Winners Connection three-peat title against Silver Shattas

Jan 03, 2016 KNews Sports Comments Off on UDFA GT Beer final… Gittens strike earns Federal Winners Connection three-peat title against Silver Shattas

Topp XX edge Net Rockers 2-0 In front of a frenzied capacity crowd of adoring football fans the Federal Winners Connection veteran striker Rawle ‘Boney’ Gittens once again delivered by scoring...

Man confesses to killing Brazilian, raiding camp

Jan 03, 2016 KNews News Comments Off on Man confesses to killing Brazilian, raiding camp

– as ‘F’ Division cops solve three murders A 26-year-old Lindener has reportedly confessed to shooting a Brazilian miner dead before stealing a small quantity of gold and a boat and engine...

City Hall outlines six -point plan for 2016…Elite Constable Squad to be established, to support National Police

Jan 03, 2016 KNews News Comments Off on City Hall outlines six -point plan for 2016…Elite Constable Squad to be established, to support National Police

Town Clerk of the Georgetown Mayor and City Council, (M&CC) Royston King, has outlined a six-point strategic plan for the Municipality, for 2016. During a meeting with senior officers of the...

Computer technician accused of forging visa appointment letter

Jan 03, 2016 KNews News Comments Off on Computer technician accused of forging visa appointment letter

– released on $50,000 bail A Computer Technician from Creative Concepts was released on bail after he made his appearance before Chief Magistrate Ann McLennan in the Georgetown Magistrates’...

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Poverty does not come with a lifetime warranty

Peeping Tom… Kaieteur News- When the national discussion segues to poverty reduction, it resurrects the age-old debate... more