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27/09/2024

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31/05/2024

Missing Bull; St. Patrick Resident Charged with Arson

Missing Bull The Praedial Larceny Task Force (Eastern Division) of the Royal Grenada Police is seeking the assistance of the general public in locating a bull, which was removed from the vicinity of the Mirabeau Abattoir, St. Andrew. The bull was last seen by its owner on Thursday 30th May 2024.  A...

31/05/2024

Grenada Celebrates Double-Digit Growth in Tourism Arrivals

Grenada’s Growth Recognized by the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association

Grenada was recently recognized by The Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA), in partnership with ForwardKeys, as achieving significant double-digit growth in overseas tourist arrivals for the first half of 2024. This announcement was unveiled in the latest Caribbean Travel Trends report presented at the Caribbean Travel Forum in Montego Bay, Jamaica.

Grenada’s Growth Recognized by the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association St. George— Grenada was recently recognized by The Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA), in partnership with ForwardKeys, as achieving significant double-digit growth in overseas tourist arrivals for the first h...

31/05/2024

Grenada Invitational Press Release

Fellow Grenadians, Track and Field Enthusiasts, From its inception, the Grenada Invitational was billed as a World Class Event, showcasing some of the best athletes from around the world. On three memorable occasions, we delivered on that promise. Justin Gatlin, La Shawn Merrit, Shelly-Ann Fraser Pr...

31/05/2024

GRENADA SELECTED TO HOST SARGASSUM CONFERENCE FOLLOWING DIALOUGE WITH THE EU, OECS SECRETARIAT

In a significant step towards addressing the pervasive challenge of sargassum in Grenada and the region, incoming CARICOM Chairman, Prime Minister Hon. Dickon Mitchell, head of Grenada’s delegation at the SIDS4 Conference in Antigua & Barbuda, alongside representatives from the European Union (EU) and the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS), convened a highly productive meeting on 27th May. The discussions focused on collaborative strategies to manage and mitigate the impact of sargassum seaweed on coastal ecosystems, the tourism industry, and local communities.

St. George’s, Grenada: In a significant step towards addressing the pervasive challenge of sargassum in Grenada and the region, incoming CARICOM Chairman, Prime Minister Hon. Dickon Mitchell, head of Grenada’s delegation at the SIDS4 Conference in Antigua & Barbuda, alongside representatives fro...

31/05/2024

Grenada Pioneers First Blue Schools Initiative Programme in the Caribbean During SIDS 4 Conference in Antigua and Barbuda

On the margins of the Fourth International Conference on Small Island Developing States (SIDS 4) in Antigua and Barbuda, Grenada has proudly launched the First Blue Schools Initiative Programme – a first for the Caribbean. This landmark event, held during the Ocean Literacy Side Event, underscores Grenada’s leadership in fostering sustainable ocean governance. The initiative was unveiled by the Honorable Kerryne James, Minister for Climate Resilience, The Environment and Renewable Energy, alongside esteemed global leaders and experts in ocean science and policy.

St. George’s: On the margins of the Fourth International Conference on Small Island Developing States (SIDS 4) in Antigua and Barbuda, Grenada has proudly launched the First Blue Schools Initiative Programme – a first for the Caribbean. This landmark event, held during the Ocean Literacy Side Ev...

31/05/2024

Artists Rising

You are invited to the Sandals Grenada Resort this weekend to experience a gallery of mixed emotions specially produced by three of Grenada’s young acclaimed artists: Jesma Noel, Donel Pysadee and Hendy George. There will be a wide variety of pieces, hopefully something speaks to you. Please show ...

29/05/2024

CENTRAL STATISTICAL OFFICE TO CARRY OUT LISTING EXERCISE

The Central Statistical Office will be carrying out a household listing exercise commencing May 26th, 2024, to June 30th, 2024.

The Central Statistical Office will be carrying out a household listing exercise commencing May 26th, 2024, to June 30th, 2024.

29/05/2024

GNRC Statement on African Liberation Day

Standing on African Freedom Fighters’ shoulders
St. George’s: The Grenada National Reparations Committee (GNRC) stands in solidarity with Africa and her Diasporas as the world commemorates and celebrates African Liberation Day.

The theme for the week, “A Borderless Africa for All Africans”, reminds us of Walter Rodney (photo). Rodney, a son of Guyanese soil, a brilliant scholar and Pan Africanist, who in 1972 stated that “Black unity must be international because we live on every continent, through no choice of our own.” Rodney’s statement— more than fifty years later— still rings true.

Standing on African Freedom Fighters’ shoulders St. George’s: The Grenada National Reparations Committee (GNRC) stands in solidarity with Africa and her Diasporas as the world commemorates and celebrates African Liberation Day. This theme for the day, which is commemorated on May 25, is “Same ...

29/05/2024

Police Investigate Apparent Skeletal Remains Found; Man Detained in Connection with Firearm and Ammunition; Grand Anse Resident Charged with Capital Murder; Man Fined, Monies Forfeited
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Police Investigate Apparent Skeletal Remains Found. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the discovery of what is believed to be human skeletal remains found at Upper St. John, St. Andrew, on Tuesday 28th May 2024. On the remains were a pair of black boxers and a short blue plaid p...

28/05/2024

NaDMA Facilitates Disaster Plans for Pre-schools

The National Disaster Management Agency (NaDMA) continues to promote a culture of disaster preparedness at all levels of society.

To this end, more than thirty (30) head teachers of preschools throughout Grenada attended a two-day training exercise, the brainchild of the Ministry of Education, to develop and implement hazard-specific plans, facilitated by NaDMA at the PWU Conference Room.

St. George’s, Grenada: The National Disaster Management Agency (NaDMA) continues to promote a culture of disaster preparedness at all levels of society. To this end, more than thirty (30) head teachers of preschools throughout Grenada attended a two-day training exercise, the brainchild of the Min...

28/05/2024

CALL FOR MUSICIANS FOR: THE TROPICSPIN MUSIC AND SONG COMPETITION

Arawak Media is calling for all amateur musicians and entertainers in the Caribbean and Central America to submit their music videos to be featured at the second annual TropicSpin Music and Song Competition, July 27, 2024.

Arawak Media is calling for all amateur musicians and entertainers in the Caribbean and Central America to submit their music videos to be featured at the second annual TropicSpin Music and Song Competition, July 27, 2024. Submissions are open on TropicSpin.com and will end on July 15, 2024. All ent...

28/05/2024

Relocation of the Educational Testing and Examinations Unit

The Ministry of Education informs the public that the Educational Testing and Examinations Unit was temporarily relocated to the Ministry of Works Conference Room from Wednesday, May 22nd, until further notice.

The Ministry of Education informs the public that the Educational Testing and Examinations Unit was temporarily relocated to the Ministry of Works Conference Room from Wednesday, May 22nd, until further notice. This is necessary to facilitate maintenance requirements. For urgent queries and services...

27/05/2024

Budget Alert 4.3 Economic Developments in Grenada in the 1950’s
By Laurel Theresa Bain

With the focus on political and social reforms in the early 1950s, strategic policies for economic development were not at the forefront. The widespread devastation caused by Hurricane Janet in 1955 led to a shift in policies to recovery and reconstruction.

By Laurel Theresa Bain With the focus on political and social reforms in the early 1950s, strategic policies for economic development were not at the forefront. The widespread devastation caused by Hurricane Janet in 1955 led to a shift in policies to recovery and reconstruction.   The economic str...

27/05/2024

Five Grenadian Students Graduate from Western Illinois University

Five Grenadian students graduated with degrees from Western Illinois University during the Spring 2024 Commencement Weekend ceremonies held from May 10 to 12.

Two students were awarded master’s degrees, while the others earned bachelor’s degrees.

ST. GEORGE’S, GRENADA- Five Grenadian students graduated with degrees from Western Illinois University during the Spring 2024 Commencement Weekend ceremonies held from May 10 to 12. Two students were awarded master’s degrees, while the others earned bachelor’s degrees. Students who earned a ba...

27/05/2024

Visiting volunteers help more than 400 Grenadians

By Lincoln DePradine

When a team of Canadian volunteers visited Grenada in April to provide free healthcare services, they spent six days at two locations and attended to more than 400 adults and children.

The mission, which offered services valued at just under half-million EC dollars, was well worth it, said Vanessa Alexis, founding-president of Smiles Grenada, Carriacou and Petite Martinique (GCP).

By Lincoln DePradine When a team of Canadian volunteers visited Grenada in April to provide free healthcare services, they spent six days at two locations and attended to more than 400 adults and children. The mission, which offered services valued at just under half-million EC dollars, was well wor...

24/05/2024

SENIOR MEN’S NATIONAL TEAM RELEASED FOR INTERNATIONAL FRIENDLY AGAINST ST. VINCENT AND THE GRENADINES

A twenty (20) man roster has been released for the Grenada Senior Men’s National Team ahead of their international friendly match against St. Vincent and the Grenadines on Sunday, May 26th, 2024. The two teams will meet for the second time on the sister isle at the Lauriston Mini Stadium in Carriacou.

ST. GEORGE’S, Grenada – A twenty (20) man roster has been released for the Grenada Senior Men’s National Team ahead of their international friendly match against St. Vincent and the Grenadines on Sunday, May 26th, 2024. The two teams will meet for the second time on the sister isle at the Laur...