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77 D&I workers fired in Linden
The National Drainage and Irrigation Authority (NDIA) has fired 77 workers in Linden, following a verification exercise that is part of a nationwide campaign by the agency.
CJIA terminal can’t meet peak traffic demand, says upgrade contract
The current Cheddi Jagan International Airport, (CJIA) Timehri terminal building cannot meet peak traffic demand, according to the contract for the US$138M airport expansion project, which says that a modern facility is crucial to support the development of the tourism industry.
Sparendaam shooting victim dies
Giovanni Leitch, one of two men who were shot multiple times by gunmen at Sparendaam, East Coast Demerara two Saturdays ago, on Monday succumbed to his injuries and police say that the attack is being investigated as an act of reprisal.
Pavilion toss victim fractured spine -autopsy
A post-mortem examination performed on the body of Ganesh Rattan by Pathologist Dr Nehaul Singh on Monday revealed that he died as a result of a fractured spine, according to the police.
Psychiatric observation ordered for man on brother’s request
Acting Chief Magistrate Priya Sewnarine-Beharry yesterday ordered a psychiatric observation for 30-year-old Mark Bishop following a request by his brother Paul Bishop.
Blackberry larceny accused caught on camera – court told
Kenrick McGowan was placed on $50,000 bail when he appeared before acting Chief Magistrate Priya Sewnarine-Beharry at the Georgetown Magistrates’ Court accused of simple larceny of a Blackberry cellular phone.
Residents squatting on area set aside for Mahdia commercial zone
Minister of Local Government and Regional Development Ganga Persaud is urging the Mahdia police to take aggressive measures to curb squatting, on noticing that an area that had been earmarked to become a commercial zone had become a squatter settlement.
AFC demanding remedy for dust pollution problem in Cane Grove
The Alliance For Change (AFC) is demanding that the relevant authorities immediately get the rice mill owner in Cane Grove on the East Coast to rectify the dust pollution that has been affecting residents for over a decade.
Gecom awaiting APNU report, to respond to findings
The Guyana Elections Commission (Gecom) yesterday said it would respond to concerns raised in the findings of APNU from its examination of the Statements of Poll (SoPs) for the 2011 elections.
Office assistant gets seven days for slapping his wife
At the Georgetown Magistrates’ Court yesterday acting Chief Magistrate Priya Sewnarine-Beharry sentenced an office assistant to seven days imprisonment when he appeared before her for unlawfully assaulting his reputed wife.
Police in search of escaped Mazaruni prisoner
A man who was convicted for the unlawful possession of firearms has escaped from prison and is now being sought by the police.
GWI, stakeholders World Water Day forum airing on NCN
The Guyana Water Incorporated (GWI) in collaboration with several UN agencies will air a special panel discussion on conserving freshwater resources tonight on NCN Channel 11, in observance of World Water Day 2012.
Australia and West Indies in thrilling tie
(Reuters) - Australia and West Indies played out a thrilling tie in the third one-day international at a packed Arnos Vale Ground in Kingstown today.
77 D&I workers fired in Linden
The National Drainage and Irrigation Authority (NDIA) has fired 77 workers in Linden, following a verification exercise that is part of a nationwide campaign by the agency.
Fiance charged with murdering Nismes woman
A 23-year-old man was this morning charged with murdering his fiancée and dumping her body in a canal near her Nismes, West Bank Demerara home.