Parika boat operators convinced that Hogg Island victims were murdered
- call for deeper probe of imprisoned Coast Guardsmen Boat operators at the Parika Stelling are convinced that like Dweive Kant Ramdass, foul play was responsible for the deaths of Henry Gibson and Dinanauth Jainarayan, and the disappearance of Jainarayan’s son, Rickey. While not pointing fingers, the boat operators are unanimous in their conviction that [...]
Kwame McCoy recorded soliciting sex from schoolboy
…this has implications for Rights of the Child Commission – citizens A tape-recording of a conversation between a boy who identifies himself as Julius from Linden , and an individual who many have identified as liaison to the president, Kwame McCoy, has implications for the Rights of the Child Commission and for the integrity of [...]
A selfless and dedicated educator
Ingrid Fung is this week’s ‘Special Person’ “Although my purse is not heavier in terms of dollars, I wouldn’t trade my teaching profession for the world. If I was asked to go through it again I would teach, because it is really and truly fulfilling to see your students graduate and be able to [...]
Vryheid’s Lust man dies after collision with motorcycle
Forty-seven year-old Chateram Singh called Trevon of 26 Vryheid’s Lust Public Road, East Coast Demerara, succumbed almost five-and-a-half hours after he was struck down by a motorcycle on the main East Coast Demerara Highway, yesterday. The accident occurred around 11:30 hours and Singh was pronounced dead just before 17:00 hours at the Georgetown Public Hospital [...]
Health Ministry clamps down on private labs for fake H1N1 testing
…as 12th case is confirmed The Ministry of Health is in the process of conducting firsthand inspections at private laboratories that are involved in testing for the H1N1 virus, commonly referred to as ‘Swine Flu.’ At a press conference held yesterday, Minister of Health, Dr. Leslie Ramsammy, said that following reports that the private [...]
The Bearded saki
With a head of thick, black hair and a dense beard framing the face, bearded sakis are highly distinctive monkeys. The coat is mostly black, with highlights of light yellow brown to dark brown on the back and shoulders. The bushy fox-like tail (a characteristic of all monkey species in the Pitheciidae family, is also [...]
Teacher instructs class of over 100 students
One teacher now holds the responsibility of teaching approximately 138 students at the Kuru Kururu Primary School, Soesdyke/Linden Highway. During Kaieteur News’s visit to the school on Tuesday last, it was observed that the teacher, quite naturally, had a rather difficult time controlling the children, who are all in Grade Five. This publication was told [...]
Three homeless after Cove & John fire
A fire of unknown origin destroyed a two-storey house in Cove and John, East Coast Demerara yesterday morning, leaving a family of three homeless. Escaping the conflagration were 75-year-old Jasmattie Rambaghan called ‘Betty’; her 25-year-old grandson Vicky Rambaghan, and his sister, Mahadai Rambaghan, 23. When Kaieteur News arrived at the scene, the fire had already [...]
Mr. Mc Bean ought to have known the correct procedure
Dear Editor, The recent dismissal of a senior police officer has been given much publicity. Reading all the articles in the newspapers about the subject, one is led to believe that the Public Service Commission (PSC) is the only guilty party in all of this. Many of the reporters and writers in the press seem [...]
The rice industry has come a very long way
Dear Editor, Response to the GRPA Press Release issued by Mr. Jinnah Rahaman on the 15th day of September, 2009 The first part of Mr Jinnah Rahaman missive, states that Minister of Agriculture allowed the GRDB to authorise the signing of contracts between a US based company, Sea Rice, and some rice millers. This is [...]
Is Mr. Bisram ‘polls’ technically from a one man ‘polling organisation’?
Dear Editor, Unfortunately, in his letter, Mr. Bisram, has not answered any of the basic questions with regards to his polling strategies, protocols, and organisation. In addition, no attempt was even made to shed any light on the issues involved. Instead, Mr. Bisram used the argument that another poll found “similar” results as a way [...]
PCA receives over 250 complaints so far for 2009
As the Police Complaints Authority (PCA) continues in its quest to have justice served to persons who feel they have been wrongly dealt with by police ranks, the body has received more than 250 complaints so far for this year. According to figures released from the Authority, there have been some one hundred and one [...]
Mr. Rampertab is avoiding debate on the authoritarian nature of the ‘new blood’ in Guyana
Dear Editor, I offer here a reply to Mr. Rakesh Rampertab,’s letter, “Until the opposition can offer a detailed plan to Indian voters they cannot compete”, (SN, September 4). This is in response to my comments on his political thoughts of August 15, (see my letter of Aug 26, Kaieteur News). I am surprised that [...]
An open letter to Norman Faria
Dear Mr. Norman Faria, This is an open letter with a copy forwarded to Barbadian and Guyanese Media. I have chosen to communicate with you both privately and publicly since the issue that prompted this engagement emanated from public statements made by you in condemnation of several positions I have taken on contemporary issues and [...]
Senior Bodybuilding C/ships expected to sizzle
Geddes Grant weighs in with key support From all indications the Guyana Amateur Bodybuilding and Fitness Federation Senior championships at the National Cultural Centre from 7:00pm tonight promises to be a sizzling affair and fans attending are promised a treat. Geddes Grant yesterday presented vital support to the GABBFF which covers advertising and also provided [...]
‘I don’t speak the language’
- Orealla struggles to hold on to its culture By Neil Marks When the M.V Epira docked at Orealla in the dark of night, I wasn’t exactly expecting to hear the spicy Chutney song “Lootala.” But there were more “hot” tunes to come from under the sprawling benab I soon noticed, but nothing sounded “Amerindian.” [...]
D’Andrade wins KISS 5k in Trinidad
Johnson second at MOH 5k Lionel D’Andrade and Kelvin Johnson continued to carve names for them yesterday in Trinidad and Tobago with top podium finishes in the KISS 5k Road Race and Ministry of Health 5k Road Race respectively. D’Andrade won the KISS 5k race in Tobago with a time of 16:46 while Kade Sobers [...]
There is greater need for an IMC at the national level of governance
Dear Editor, The current state of the Capital City is a microcosmic representation of what the nation of Guyana has become. Yes, there might be corruption and ineffectual leadership in the governance of City Hall, but that can be extrapolated across the administration of the nation. The difference is that those who are in charge [...]
Albion face Bermine, Y/Warriors play RHTWSB in today’s semis
West Berbcie beat Rose Hall Canje yesterday by 6 wickets but still lost out on a semi-final spot to Bermine on net run in the Berbice zone of the National Neal & Massy 40-overs 1st division cricket competition. In today’s county semi-finals, National defending champions and zone ‘A’ winners Young Warriors oppose zone ‘B’ runner-up [...]
The Mayor and the President
Dear Editor, I am an American citizen of Guyanese origin who left Guyana about 25 years ago. Despite the many years since I left, I still read the Guyanese newspapers everyday to keep abreast of developments and follow with great interest the political situation in Guyana. I am not a member of the PPP or [...]
Henry slams 166, Williams takes 9-21
The Leslie Amsterdam Memorial Under-17 Cricket Competition continued recently with Berbice Under-15 cricketer Jamal Henry slamming 166 for Edinburgh. His knock which included 16 fours and 4 sixes and which is the highest individual score in the competition so far, dominated his team’s first innings score of 214-4 declared against Mt Sinai. When Mt Sinai [...]
GOOD MEN AND WOMEN MUST ACT!
The State and government both have an obligation in free societies to support the media by allowing access to public officials and information. The availability of this information contributes to an enlightened polity and thus informed choices. The ability to make such choices strengthens democracy and creates conditions whereby citizens feel that their views will [...]
Govt. release 3rd Qtr. taxes to M&CC with conditions
- Corbin will not support IMC call by President City Mayor Hamilton Green, yesterday in an invited comment in relation to President Bharrat Jagdeo’s recent statements, said that they represent a clear case of divide and conquer, adding that he was hopeful that his Deputy (Robert Williams) would not be susceptible to the President. According [...]
Richard Allsopp (1923 – 2009)
By Petamber Persaud In his poem, ‘Lost Lines’, Richard Allsopp regurgitated the essence and the import of his life’s work in a refreshing and entertaining manner. That is poetry – the purest form of a language, offering the scope to create new approaches to old subjects and themes, for the writer to connect to the [...]
Floodlights XI to play at Orealla today in softball encounter
As part of Amerindian Heritage Month activities, three teams will be involved in 25 overs softball cricket matches today at Orealla. The first match pits Floodlights XI against Vishnu Super Store and the winner will play Orealla in the final. The opening encounter starts at 10:00am. These matches have been arranged by the Corentyne River [...]
