Crime
‘Spooney’ pleads not guilty to Eccles murder
Bevon Griffith, also called `Spooney,’ yesterday entered a not guilty plea to the charge of murder in furtherance of a robbery in connection with the 2023 killing of Trion Parks.
Guyana News
US amputee says has made complaints to State Dept, senators over CJIA treatment
-urges preservation of CCTV footage Zaid Khan, an American citizen with a disability who alleged that he was subjected to humiliating treatment during a security screening at the Cheddi Jagan International Airport (CJIA), Timehri last week says he has escalated his complaint to the highest levels of the United States government.
THAG calls for 24-hour police outpost, CCTV to fix disorder behind Marriott
The Tourism and Hospitality Association of Guyana (THAG) is calling for a 24-hour police outpost, continued law enforcement presence, stricter noise control measures and CCTV surveillance to address persistent noise pollution and public disorder along the Kingston seawall corridor behind the Guyana Marriott Hotel in Georgetown.
Crime
Man for trial over murder of Amit Singh
Yogendra Sukhdeo, who has been charged with the 2023 murder of Amit Singh, is expected to stand trial before Justice Sandil Kissoon at the High Court in Demerara on June 24 2026.
UG accountancy programme to be accredited by ACCA
Beginning in September this year, the University of Guyana’s Bachelor of Science in Accountancy programme will be formally accredited by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA).
Dr Maya Trotz to deliver feature address at feminist conference
Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of South Florida, Dr Maya Trotz, will deliver the feature address at the upcoming “Gender on the Frontlines” Feminist Conference, which will examine the interconnected issues of gender, health and the environment.
Seven-year-old drowns in Glasgow pond
A seven-year-old boy drowned on Sunday afternoon after he reportedly slipped into a pond behind the Glasgow Housing Scheme, East Bank Berbice.
Venezuelan, 54, remanded over gun, ammo
A 54-year-old Venezuelan national was yesterday remanded to prison after being charged in connection with an ongoing investigation into the alleged possession of firearms and ammunition without a licence at Schoonord, West Bank Demerara.
Business
Guyana Central Bank governor attended regional investment forum
Institutions representing more than US$24 trillion in assets under management, lending capacity and balance sheet strength participated in the inaugural Caribbean Economic Forum (CEF) held in Barbados last week, organisers have said.
Maritime meeting hears call for more attention to Blue Economy
Guyana on Sunday welcomed maritime officials and industry stakeholders from across the region for the opening of the Fifth Regional Meeting of Directors and Heads of Maritime Administrations (DIHMAR), a forum aimed at strengthening regional cooperation and advancing maritime development.
Telecoms agency seeking comment on applications for frequency authorisation
The Telecommunications Agency has invited public comments on four applications for frequency authorisations submitted by businesses and an amateur radio operator seeking to establish private telecommunications networks.
Bleacher commissioned at Black Water Playfield
Regional Chairman of Barima-Waini (Region One), Brentnol Ashley recently commissioned a newly constructed bleacher at the Black Water Playfield, a project that will enhance the sporting experience for athletes, supporters, and the wider community.
Amanza Walton-Desir writes the Speaker on remarks made about her nomination to parliamentary committees
AN OPEN LETTER TO THE SPEAKER OF THE NATIONAL ASSEMBLY Hon. Manzoor Nadir, M.P. Speaker of the National Assembly Parliament of the Co-operative Republic of Guyana Dear Mr.
Gerry Gouveia calls for end to noise nuisance behind the Marriott Hotel
Former THAG President Gerry Gouveia has called for an end to the noise nuisance behind the Marriott Hotel.
Man who died in horrific Providence crash was from Essequibo – police
Police have identified the man who died in last Saturday’s accident on the Providence Public Road, East Bank Demerara , as 36-year-old Ruddy Raymond of Essequibo Coast.
Goolsarran urges PAC to immediately examine latest Auditor General’s report
Former Auditor General Anand Goolsarran says that the Public Accounts Committee of Parliament (PAC) needs to begin immediately examining the latest Auditor General’s report and have a sub-committee tackle the backlog years.
President urges private sector to build industrial ecosystems
President Irfaan Ali has called for the local private sector to move from simply selling products to building complete industrial ecosystems.
President makes pitch to Sandals
President Irfaan Ali on Saturday made a direct appeal to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Sandals Resorts International, Adam Stewart, to establish his brand in Guyana, describing it as one of the strongest tourism investment opportunities in the region, the Department of Public Information (DPI) said.
Airline passengers must be subjected to security checks but with professionalism – Gerry Gouveia
National Security Advisor Gerry Gouveia has weighed in on the controversy surrounding the screening of a United States citizen with a prosthetic leg at the Cheddi Jagan International Airport (CJIA), saying that while all passengers must be subjected to security checks, screening procedures should be conducted with professionalism, dignity and sensitivity.
