Sand trucks were seen filling up this major trench alongside the Plaisance Railway Embankment yesterday and residents of the area have expressed concern. Overseer at the Neighbourhood Democratic Council’s office, which is visible at far right in photo, said that the persons responsible were given permission by the Public Works Ministry to fill the trench. Efforts to contact Minister Robeson Benn for a comment yesterday proved futile. (Photo by Jules Gibson)




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  1. CFO GUYANA says:
    July 19, 2008 at 4:27 pm

    Guyanese should learn from the victims in New Orleans and Iowa.

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    July 22, 2008 at 2:22 pm

    Hopefully the floods of 2008-2009 will not affect anyone!
    Penny wise, pound foolish is the mantra of this regime.

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    July 23, 2008 at 1:26 pm

    Please send the above info and picture directly to the president Mr. Jagdeo and copy to the leaders of all the opposition parties.
    Again, keep up the excellent work Stabroek News !

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