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Families identify dead underwater welders 1 day after they are extracted from a pipeline

The families of Kazim Ali Junior, Yusuf Henry and Fyzal Kurban have identified their bodies, 24 hours after they were extracted from a pipeline at Paria Fuels Limited. The 4th body, which remains stuck in the pipeline, is 48-year-old Rishie … Continue reading

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No street parades of any kind …so says the NCC

The National Carnival Commission denies claims that any authorisation was granted for a “street parade” to be held during the Taste Of Carnival celebrations. In a media release yesterday, the commission responded to social media rumors that Soca artiste Neil … Continue reading

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OWTU cry shame on government for processes and handling of the divers situation

The Oilfield Workers Trade Union is crying shame on the government for their processes and handling of the situation. On Saturday night OWTU’s President Ancil Roget told the media proper protocols were not followed. Mr. Roget was of the view … Continue reading

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Paria Fuels attempts to retrieve the bodies of the missing underwater welders today

Attempts will begin today to flush out the bodies of the four underwater welders reported missing while on the job. The men are Faizal Kurban, Rishie Nagassar, Yusuf Henry and Kazim Ali Junior. Last Friday the 4, along with Christopher … Continue reading

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3 men held in connection with kidnapping

Police have held 3 men in connection with the kidnapping of Narine Maraj and his wife Mattie. They were taken from their Madras, St. Helena home last Saturday. The couple was tending to their animals on a farm, which belongs … Continue reading

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Another murder recorded

Another murder has been recorded, the victim is Shakeem Roberts. Mr. Roberts and Antonio Raymond were shot at while at Latchoo Trace Chin Chin Road Cunupia last evening at around 7:15. Mr. Roberts, also known as “Bruce Lee” was killed. … Continue reading

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Police Commissioner assures the Beetham Highway is clear and safe for motorists

Police and fire officials are at this time clearing debris along the Beetham Highway and the Priority Bus Route following a demonstration by residents. The situation caused gridlock as hundreds of motorists were affected by this morning’s protest. Residents are … Continue reading

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Extra-judicial killing in Diego Martin leads to protest

In Diego Martin a protest follows the police involved killing of Jonah ‘Kirby’ George. Police yesterday shot and killed 21-year-old Mr. George at Covigne Road in Diego Martin. Officers say they had to fire shots at Mr. George because their … Continue reading

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Allegations of serious indecency against an employee of the Children’s Authority

A 37-year-old employee of the Children’s Authority is ordered to stay away from a now 19-year-old boy having been charged with 1 count of serious indecency. Kevin Duke, of Rockley Vale, Scarborough, appeared before Magistrate Jo-Anne Connor at the Scarborough … Continue reading

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SEA results to be released on Thursday

The Ministry of Education says the Secondary Entrance Assessment results for 2021 will be released on Thursday. The Ministry says parents and guardians can collect the results at their children’s respective schools or relevant district offices. The Ministry is reminding parents/guardians they … Continue reading

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