Police destroy cannabis farm at Wiruni
Police ranks, led by a Gazetted Officer, conducted a cannabis eradication exercise at Wiruni, Upper Berbice River, between 07:00hrs and 19:00hrs yesterday.
Monday, October 12, 2026
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Judge alleges harassment, abuse of power as CCJ dispute deepens
—questions enquiries into private affairs, treatment of administrative officer Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ) Judge Peter Jamadar says that he feels “targeted, harassed and bullied” following enquiries into his private affairs and the questioning of his administrative officer during an investigation into leaked judicial correspondence, Trinidad’s Sunday Express reported yesterday.
Briton John claims Caribbean road race podium finish in Dominican Republic
Briton John has given Guyana a reason to celebrate after racing to second place in the Elite Men’s Road Race at the Caribbean Cycling Union (CCU) Elite and Under-23 Championships in the Dominican Republic yesterday.
MV Barima survivor recounts seven hours in water, lost daughter and grandson
-says saved by life jacket that suddenly appeared “When I get this life jacket, I tell myself all my family gone, my wife, my son, my two children, all them dead” By Mia Anthony in Mabaruma As the MV Barima Commission of Inquiry prepares to begin public hearings, survivor Grenville Smith is still grappling with the loss of his daughter, Shamera Smith, and grandson, Aarav Daniels, who died when the vessel capsized on July 18.
It must be made clear perjury before MV Barima CoI will have legal consequences
Dear Editor, As public hearings for the Commission of Inquiry into the tragic sinking of the MV Barima begin, our nation stands on the threshold of a long-awaited search for truth.
Attorney visits Seeram in prison, says he will explore all legal options
Attorney Nigel Hughes yesterday confirmed that he had consulted with his client, National Border Patrol Director Daniel Seeram, in prison and would be exploring all available legal options.
Suriname seizes 850 kg of copper allegedly smuggled from Guyana
Surinamese police have seized approximately 850 kilograms of copper materials which they say were smuggled from Guyana, and detained a 30-year-old man following a vehicle search at the Burnside checkpoint in Coronie.
Police strike three times before halftime, GDF cruise past Anns Grove in Elite League return
The Guyana Police Force FC scored three first-half goals to defeat Camptown FC 3-1, while the Guyana Defence Force FC cruised to a 3-0 victory over Anns Grove United as the GFF Elite League returned to action on Saturday night at the National Training Centre.
Former GPHC paediatric surgeon says was ‘slandered, devalued and discredited’
—says hospital gave no reason for terminating her contract Former Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC) paediatric surgeon Dr Marisa Seepersaud has spoken publicly about what she described as horrible treatment, saying she had been “slandered, devalued and discredited” despite choosing to return to Guyana to develop surgical services for children.
29 companies register for Canada–Guyana trade mission
Twenty-nine companies have registered to travel to Guyana for a Canadian trade mission scheduled for October 19–21, according to the Canada–Guyana Chamber of Commerce.
First Wapichan Attorney at Law
Judy Winter-Smith last week became the first Wapichan Attorney at Law, from Aishalton Village, South Rupununi to be accepted to the Bar.
Felix and Godette shine as junior badminton crowns its champions
Gabrielle Felix and Anjaneysa Godette each finished with four titles, while Mishka Beharry collected three, as Guyana’s young female players delivered strong performances at the National Junior Badminton Tournament.
Suriname begins unloading seized Guyanese rice under police guard
—importer’s request to return shipment remains unresolved Surinamese authorities have begun unloading a seized shipment of 384.8 tonnes of Guyanese rice under police guard, while the importer seeks permission to return the cargo to Guyana.
Being the leader of the UN requires strong diplomatic relationships and unbiased leadership
Dear Editor, According to the United States Holocaust Museum, “The legal term “genocide” refers to certain acts committed with the intent to destroy, in whole or in part, a national, ethnic, racial, or religious group.
Guyana’s renewable energy projected to almost double by 2031 — Phillips
Guyana’s installed renewable energy capacity is projected to reach 77.14 megawatts (MW) by 2031, almost double the 38.72 MW reported for this year, Prime Minister Mark Phillips said on Thursday.
Man dies after altercation at Amelia’s Ward
A 28-year-old man died after sustaining a neck injury during an altercation at Amelia’s Ward, Linden, on Saturday night, police said.
Noble seeks approval for satellite equipment aboard drilling rig
Noble Drilling (Guyana) Inc. has applied for frequency authorisation to operate satellite communications equipment aboard the Noble Developer, according to a notice published in the Official Gazette.
Corbin’s funeral set for Thursday
—tributes begin today at Congress Place The funeral of former PNCR leader and Opposition Leader Robert Corbin will be held on Thursday at St Andrew’s Kirk, Georgetown, followed by cremation at Ruimzigt, West Coast Demerara.
Five Moruca farmers receive piglets from ministry
Five farmers in the Moruca sub-region have received piglets through the Ministry of Agriculture as part of an initiative to support livestock production.
One of Corbin’s greatest legacies will be that of a reformer
Dear Editor, Today, the United States Region of the People’s National Congress Reform (USRPNCR), pays special tribute to the former General Secretary and Leader of the PNC/Reform, Hon.