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  3/2/2009 || PLANS TO NAME GRENADA AIRPORT AFTER MAURICE BISHOP...6
Public debate in Grenada rages on over plans to rename the Point Salines International Airport after the slain Prime Minister Maurice Bishop. Mr. Bishop was assassinated in 1983, and subsequent events led to a United States invasion. Current Prime Minister Tillman Thomas was himself jailed fo...Read More >>>
  3/1/2009 || GRENADA NETBALL ASSOCIATION HAS NEW EXECUTIVE0
GRENADA - The Grenada Netball Association (GNA) held its Annual General Meeting last week Tuesday (February 24, 2009) at the Tanteen Netball Complex. At this meeting, a new executive was elected to continue charting the way forward for the development of netball in the tri-island state. The new b...Read More >>>
  3/1/2009 || LAW AND POLITICS - ARE THE RIGHT HANDS ON BOARD?0
There can be no doubt whatsoever, that we need concrete solutions in the Social, Economic and Political spheres – so as to promote and bring about the dignity and fundamental rights of the human person. Whether we live in the Caribbean, North America, the Far East, or Europe – all the people CANN...Read More >>>
  3/1/2009 || HEALTH MINISTER PLEDGES TO CONTINUE EXCELLENT RELA...0
ST.GEORGE’S, GRENADA - Health Minister Hon. Karl Hood has responded with surprise that a statement made in jest at a recent parliamentary seminar was reported by some journalists as criticism of the media. Minister Hood said the statement was reported out of its context. He said his reference to ...Read More >>>
  3/1/2009 || LAW AND POLITICS - THE FINANCIAL CRISIS IS UPON US0
Everyone who has to buy anything, or spend money for whatever purpose, would have to agree that the value of the little they already had have been reduced considerably and still going downwards. And as we spare some time to think about those who are un-employed, or have to depend on handouts from...Read More >>>
  3/1/2009 || MWAG ISSUES PRESS RELEASE ON STATEMENTS MADE BY MI...0
The Media Workers Association of Grenada (MWAG) would like to issue a strong reminder to both journalists and politicians of the need to be circumspect in making public comments particularly in light of their capacity to influence thinking and perception. We robustly reaffirm our advocacy that media...Read More >>>
  3/1/2009 || PRIME MINISTER COMMENTS ON THE RENAMING OF LAURIST...0
Prime Minister Hon. Tillman Thomas says his decision to announce on Tuesday, the renaming of the Lauriston Airport in Carriacou after former Prime Minister Herbert Blaize was because the decision was made by Cabinet at its Monday, February 23rd, 2009 meeting. The cabinet meeting on which the Prim...Read More >>>
  3/1/2009 || PRIME MINISTER LOOKS FORWARD TO SOLVING TRADE CENT...0
Prime Minister Hon. Tillman Thomas wishes for a harmonious resolution to the areas of concern with regard to the relationship between the Grenada Trade Center (GTC) and the government of Grenada. The recent statement by the Prime Minister, at his post cabinet media briefing, pointed to the need f...Read More >>>
  2/25/2009 || NAWASA LOSES MILLIONS OF DOLLARS AS A RESULT OF DE...0
St. George's, February 24, 2009, (GIS): The National Water and Sewage Authority (NAWASA) has lost EC$16 million to customers who are delinquent in making payments, says the chairman of the Board of Directors. Mr. Terrence Smith said delinquent payment is something NAWASA has been experiencing for...Read More >>>
  2/25/2009 || SEN. CHESTER HUMPHREY CALLS FOR "FOCAL GROUP'' ON...0
St. George's, February 24, 2009 (GIS): Trade Union representative in the Senate, Chester Humphrey, has repeated a call for what he describes as a "focal group'' on the economy. The Senator, who is also president of the Technical and Allied Workers Union, said the group is urgently needed to come ...Read More >>>
  2/25/2009 || TRIBUTE PAID TO TWO PERSONS WHO CONTRIBUTED TO THE...0
Hillsborough, Wednesday, February 25, 2009- The Carriacou Historical Society (CHS) has paid glowing tribute to two stalwarts who have contributed immensely to the growth of the organization, which was founded 35 years ago. Members of the Society say the "sterling contributions'' by Patrick Compto...Read More >>>
  2/25/2009 || 1ST MAJOR SPORTING ACTIVITY AT MINI-STADIUM, LAURI...0
Hillsborough; Wednesday, February 25, 2009- He is not even a teenager as yet but many people believe that Mickel Joseph could be a future international track star for Grenada, Carriacou and Petite Martinique. Joseph broke two of six records that were smashed at the February 19 annual inter-house...Read More >>>
  2/25/2009 || WHY CELEBRATE ASH WEDNESDAY?0
In Western Christianity, Ash Wednesday marks the first day, or the start of the season of Lent, which begins 40 days prior to Easter (Sundays are not included in the count). Ash Wednesday celebrations can be traced back to as early as 300 AD, symbolising the beginning of the Lenten season. It st...Read More >>>
  2/25/2009 || CTO CALLS FOR NOMINATION FOR 2009 LIFETIME ACHIEVE...0
The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) has announced it will present its most prestigious award again this year to a distinguished Caribbean national or person of Caribbean heritage. The region’s tourism development agency is seeking nominations for its Lifetime Achievement Award to be presente...Read More >>>
  2/25/2009 || WANTED MAN SURRENDERS TO POLICE0
Aldin Phillip, also known as “Ossey”, who was wanted by local police for committing a number of criminal offenses (which include armed robbery and attempted murder), turned himself in at the Gouyave Police Station in the parish of St. John yesterday. The 34 year old man from Mt. Craven in St. Pat...Read More >>>
  2/25/2009 || RESULTS OF GAMES PLAYED IN THE MARGARET DOWE NETBA...0
On Saturday February 21, Down De Road Super Strikers played against Mt. rush Blazers and defeated them 19 goals to 14 while Town United defeated AGD Tempe United 25 goals to 15. On Sunday February 22, River Road Jetstars took on the might of Town United and defeated them 29 goals to 12. The M...Read More >>>
  2/23/2009 || MINISTER FOR CARRIACOU & PETITE MARTINIQUE AFFAIRS...0
Minister for Carriacou and Petite Martinique Affairs, Senator the Hon. George Prime, has congratulated members of the Carriacou Historical Society for their work in the preservation of the island's cultural heritage. The heritage of any country is important and crucial, Minister Prime said in rem...Read More >>>
  2/23/2009 || 15TH ANNUAL HILLSBOROUGH GOVERNMENT SCHOOL INTER-H...0
Compton House has emerged as the major winner of the 15th annual Hillsborough Government School Inter-house Sports Meet. The athletes of Compton, or Green House, opened the meet with success by winning the march past. However, that was not all. Green House amassed a total of 193 points in track...Read More >>>
  2/23/2009 || 102 YEARS OF LIVING CELEBRATED1
Living beyond 100 years is something to be revered and that is the way it is for the family of Joseph Jerome of Top Hill, Carriacou. Mr. Jerome, who is widely and affectionately called "Da Joe," celebrated his 102nd birthday on Wednesday, February 18. A birthday party in his honour was organiz...Read More >>>
  2/23/2009 || PUBLIC ASSISTANCE PAYMENTS0
Monday, February 23, 2009_The Ministry of Social Development advises Beneficiaries under the Necessitous and Public Assistance Programs that payments for the month of February will be made on February 26, 27 and Monday March 2, 2009. All Payments will be made at the usual locations (District Rev...Read More >>>
  2/23/2009 || AMBASSADOR FLETCHER PRESENTS EC$ 5.5 MILLION AGRIC...0
Ambassador Fletcher Presents EC$ 5.5 Million Agriculture Project to the International Fund for Agricultural Development for Funding. Grenada’s Ambassador to the European Union, Stephen Fletcher, sought funding for a major Agricultural Project from the 32nd Meeting of the Governing Council of the ...Read More >>>
  2/18/2009 || MT.PLEASANT & GRAND-BAY MAROON 20090
Hillsborough, February 18, 2009- The people of Carriacou are keeping tradition alive, celebrating part of their culture handed down by their African ancestors. Residents of the twin villages of Mt. Pleasant & Grand Bay have just completed their annual series of Village Maroon activities. This ...Read More >>>
  2/18/2009 || ECCB ADDRESSES BANK OF ANTIGUA ISSUE0
The Eastern Caribbean Central Bank has noted with concern the situation surrounding the Stanford International Bank, an offshore bank registered in Antigua and Barbuda with international affiliates. The Bank of Antigua, which is owned by the Stanford Group is not an offshore institution. It is a...Read More >>>
  2/18/2009 || POLICE BAND TO ST. LUCIA0
Thirty-two members of the Royal Grenada Police Force Band travel to St. Lucia on Wednesday 18th February 2009 to participate in that country’s 30th anniversary of Independence. As a result of an invitation from their counterparts in St. Lucia, the band is expected to perform at a number of cultur...Read More >>>
  2/18/2009 || AMBASSADOR FLETCHER ATTENDING INTERNATIONAL FUND F...0
ROME, Italy, February 17, 2009 - Grenada’s Ambassador to the European Union (EU), Stephen Fletcher arrived in Rome on Tuesday to attend the 32nd session of the Governing Council of IFAD. Ambassador Fletcher will be attending in his capacity as Grenada’s Alternate Governor to the Organization. Th...Read More >>>
  2/18/2009 || LAUNCH OF ARTIFICIAL INSEMINATION PROGRAMME0
ST.GEORGE’S, GRENADA: The Livestock sector in Grenada will receive a boost with the launch of the Ministry of Agriculture’s Artificial Insemination Programme for cattle. The programme will be officially launched by Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, Hon. Michael Denis Lett at the Pe...Read More >>>
  2/18/2009 || TRAINING FOR COURT CLERKS0
The Ministry of Social Development is continuing to assist victims of domestic abuse. The Ministry held a training course aimed at better equipping for court clerks throughout Grenada, with the skills to prepare applications for victims of domestic abuse who are seeking protection orders from the...Read More >>>
  2/17/2009 || WICB AND EWCB SUSPEND ONGOING NEGOTIATIONS WITH SI...2
Following an announcement today (Tuesday, February 17, 2009) by the US Securities and Exchange Commission that it has charged Sir Allen Stanford and three of his companies with fraudulent conduct, the England and Wales Cricket Board and the West Indies Cricket Board have immediately suspended all th...Read More >>>
  2/17/2009 || MORE THAN JUST A DASH OF SPICE IN INTERNATIONAL SO...0
Grenada's soca star, Berbice, will be making his grand debut at the finals of the 2009 International Soca Monarch Competition to be held at the Queen's Park Oval in Trinidad and Tobago on Friday, February 20. The New York-based artist, who has already won a Road March crown in The Spice Isle and has...Read More >>>
 
  2/17/2009 || ST. DAVID’S CATHOLIC SECONDARY SCHOOL STAGES IMPRE...1
GRENADA – The defending champion in the female division of the Intercol games - St. David’s Catholic Secondary School (SDCSS) – staged what can be described as an impressive and exciting sports meeting at the La Sagesse Playing Field in St. David’s on Saturday (February 14, 2009). The sports day ...Read More >>>

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