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KNOWING OUR HISTORY MEANS EVERYTHING

Apr 17, 2016 KNews Editorial, Features / Columnists Comments Off on KNOWING OUR HISTORY MEANS EVERYTHING

In Guyana as in most countries, teaching history is essential for the nation, especially for the youths. It has many important benefits. History provides the citizens with identity, improves their...

Professional Guard Service rewards employees, police officers

Apr 17, 2016 KNews News Comments Off on Professional Guard Service rewards employees, police officers

The outstanding work of three members of the Guyana Police Force (GPF) was recognized yesterday, when the Professional Guard Service (PGS) hosted an award ceremony at its Jamoon Drive, Meadow Brook,...

Opposition Leader says DDL tax settlement is scandalous

Apr 17, 2016 KNews News Comments Off on Opposition Leader says DDL tax settlement is scandalous

The recently announced Consumption Tax settlement between the government and the Demerara Distillers Limited (DDL) has raised eyebrows in certain sections of the society. Chief among those expressing...

AFC finding out weaknesses of Cummingsburg Accord the hard way – WPA Executive Member

Apr 17, 2016 KNews News Comments Off on AFC finding out weaknesses of Cummingsburg Accord the hard way – WPA Executive Member

The recent controversies in which Minister of State, Joseph Harmon has been the centre of, has exposed the weaknesses of the marital contract of the coalition administration, says Dr. David Hinds,...

GGMC rescinds all permission granted to mine in buffer zones

Apr 17, 2016 KNews News Comments Off on GGMC rescinds all permission granted to mine in buffer zones

By Jarryl Bryan The Guyana Geology and Mines Commission (GGMC) has issued an order banning all mining or excavations on river banks (buffer zones), without specific permission from the regulatory...

Hinterland airstrips to be upgraded

Apr 17, 2016 KNews News Comments Off on Hinterland airstrips to be upgraded

…as MPI kicks off new development project Guyana’s hinterland aerodromes are slated for major upgrades. The Ministry of Public Infrastructure (MPI) is beginning the process of establishing a...

Former Ambassador Nawbatt clarifies

Apr 17, 2016 KNews Letters Comments Off on Former Ambassador Nawbatt clarifies

Dear Editor, I refer to the statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs dated 13 April, 2016 in connection with my claim against the Government for damages for breach of contract. I am...

El Nino unrelenting against rains in the Rupununi

Apr 17, 2016 KNews News Comments Off on El Nino unrelenting against rains in the Rupununi

Despite heavy showers in the Rupununi, El Nino remains unrelenting and continues to bake the savannahs and dry its rivers. The growing heat wave has dwindled the water supply across the Region,...

Reputed wife accuses man’s brother, daughters of fraudulent behaviour

Apr 17, 2016 KNews News Comments Off on Reputed wife accuses man’s brother, daughters of fraudulent behaviour

An allegation against Earl Lambert, the Chairman of Beterverwagting (BV) Neighbourhood Democratic Council (NDC), is being denied most vehemently. Sherryann Lambert and Reshana Lambert are also named...

Code of Ethics being crafted for City Councillors

Apr 17, 2016 KNews News Comments Off on Code of Ethics being crafted for City Councillors

A code of Ethics is in the making for Councillors at the Mayor and City Council of Georgetown. A proposal for the document was submitted by Town Clerk, Royston King, and accepted by the full Council....

Petition to remove Region Nine REO…Most villagers did not know what they were signing – REO

Apr 17, 2016 KNews News Comments Off on Petition to remove Region Nine REO…Most villagers did not know what they were signing – REO

The recent revelation that some 1,200 residents of Region Nine have signed a petition to have their Regional Executive Officer (REO) removed from his position, has managed to raise further concerns....

Fertilisergate: HDM Labs Threatens $200M lawsuit against Guyana Times

Apr 17, 2016 KNews News Comments Off on Fertilisergate: HDM Labs Threatens $200M lawsuit against Guyana Times

HDM Labs and Hardat Singh through their Attorneys, have written to the Guyana Times demanding an apology for various alleged defamatory statements concerning publications made by the newspaper on...

Report soon on way forward for constitutional reform – PM Nagamootoo

Apr 17, 2016 KNews News Comments Off on Report soon on way forward for constitutional reform – PM Nagamootoo

Prime Minister Moses Nagamootoo believes that with constitutional reform a new culture will emerge in Guyana. The Prime Minister who has responsibility for all governance matters, explained during an...

Govt. agrees to pay teachers debunching money by end of school term

Apr 17, 2016 KNews News Comments Off on Govt. agrees to pay teachers debunching money by end of school term

Public school teachers will finally be able to receive the debunching monies that the Guyana Teachers Union has for years been appealing for. This information was shared by GTU President, Mr. Mark...

Jail keys returned to the prison officers

Apr 17, 2016 KNews News Comments Off on Jail keys returned to the prison officers

-Deputy Prison Director’s leave exended Prisoners of the Camp Street jail were yesterday returned to their cells during a visit by the Director of Prisons Carl Graham, a source close to matter...

Housing officials complain to President about hostile Board

Apr 17, 2016 KNews News Comments Off on Housing officials complain to President about hostile Board

Officials of the Ministry of the Presidency have confirmed that Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Central Housing and Planning Authority (CH&PA), Myrna Pitt, and deputy, Denise King-Tudor,...

Changes expected at UG after UGSS meets with President Granger

Apr 17, 2016 KNews News Comments Off on Changes expected at UG after UGSS meets with President Granger

President David Granger, on Thursday, dealt with some matters raised by the executive members of the University of Guyana Students’ Society (UGSS) and pledged to continue to address students’...

Protestors who can destroy the Coalition Government

Apr 17, 2016 KNews Letters Comments Off on Protestors who can destroy the Coalition Government

Dear Editor, I refer to the article “Clueless demonstrators mount protest outside KN” (KN, April 12, 2016) which described a handful of persons picketing the office of Kaieteur News. While there...

AFC abandoned its voters and APNU is in gross double standards

Apr 17, 2016 KNews Letters Comments Off on AFC abandoned its voters and APNU is in gross double standards

Dear Editor, It was no surprise to see the questionable Harmon affairs unfold on multiple levels for the court of public opinion to make their judgement. This is the same court that APNU/AFC dragged...

RISK NOTHING, GAIN NOTHING

Apr 17, 2016 KNews Features / Columnists, Food For Thought Comments Off on RISK NOTHING, GAIN NOTHING

To laugh is to risk appearing the fool. To weep is to risk appearing sentimental. To reach out for another is to risk involvement. To expose feelings is to risk exposing your true self. To place your...

Victory that denotes a new era of politics

Apr 17, 2016 KNews Letters Comments Off on Victory that denotes a new era of politics

Dear Editor, There is refreshing indication from the recent Local Government Elections (LGE) that Guyanese are willing to take on the responsibility of governing their communities. With the low level...

Industrial complaints against BaiShanLin

Apr 17, 2016 KNews Letters Comments Off on Industrial complaints against BaiShanLin

Dear Editor, I will be grateful for this letter to be published. I have been following the issues in the news over the past few weeks regarding the Minister of State Joseph Harmond and Bai Shan Lin....

Dennis Street, Sophia reopened ahead of schedule

Apr 17, 2016 KNews News Comments Off on Dennis Street, Sophia reopened ahead of schedule

Dennis Street, Sophia, between ‘A’ Field and Eastern Highway, is now reopened to vehicular traffic, days ahead of its scheduled completion. Construction, which began on April 4, was slated to be...

DENTAL HEALTH…Dental Health during Pregnancy

Apr 17, 2016 KNews News Comments Off on DENTAL HEALTH…Dental Health during Pregnancy

By Dr. Neromini Fagu It is important to take care of your teeth and gums in general but if you are pregnant, you need to pay extra attention to them. During pregnancy, the body undergoes a lot of...

Suspected rapist on $60,000 bail

Apr 17, 2016 KNews Court Stories, Features / Columnists, News Comments Off on Suspected rapist on $60,000 bail

The Richmond Housing Scheme man, who is accused of raping a 55-year-old Windsor Castle woman over a week ago, is expected to answer to a rape charge on Tuesday. The man was released on $60,000 bail....

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