Category Archives: Local News
Increase in crime has not escaped PM’s attention
The increase in crime, especially violence within families has not escaped the Prime Minister’s attention. According to police data, 20 women have lost their lives following domestic disputes. The most recent incidents saw 3 women killed between Tuesday and Thursday. … Continue reading
Gunmen open fire on a vehicle in Cocorite
A fatal shooting in Cocorite. Adisa Harry was shot during afternoon traffic yesterday at around 5:30pm. Reports say the incident took place in the vicinity of the Westshore Hospital on the Western Main Road. Newscenter 5 understands Mr. Harry was … Continue reading
Booster shots for children to begin tomorrow
The Ministry of Health is to begin its booster program against COVID-19 for children 12-18 years. Minister Terrence Deyalsingh says this follows approval from the World Health Organisation. At COVID-19 media briefing yesterday, Minister Deyalsingh said the booster program would … Continue reading
Ministry of Social & Family Services visits Pt. Fortin community
The Ministry of Social Development and Family Services has made an intervention in the Point Fortin community. Minister Donna Cox tells Newscenter 5 a team did meet with people affected by the tragedy yesterday. Yesterday Minister Cox assured that her … Continue reading
COVID-19 test delays autopsy on Kymani Francis
Acting Police Commissioner McDonald Jacob is saying the circumstances surrounding the killings of Ms. Cudjoe and her son are being investigated. He said yesterday 2-year-old Kymani Francis’ death is also the subject of a police probe. An autopsy is yet … Continue reading
Violent boyfriend main suspect in the killing of 23-year-old Krishana Mohammed
A male suspect is now in police custody following the brutal killing of Krishana Mohammed. The 23-year-old mother of 3 was chopped to death at her La Brea Village Guayaguayare home yesterday morning. The suspect is said to be a … Continue reading
Senator admits to a change of heart regarding use of marijuana
Independent Senator Dr. Varma Deyalsingh admits to having a change of heart regarding the use of marijuana, but says he remains worried for children who may become users in the new market. During his contribution to debate on the Cannabis … Continue reading
Energy Minister tells CNN of country’s ability to ease reliance on Russia for oil and gas
The Energy Minister says this country is ready to assist the world wean off dependence of Russian oil and gas. Minister Stuart Young made the statement during an interview with CNN’s Quest Means Business host, Richard Quest yesterday. Mr. Quest … Continue reading
PM extends sympathy to Kymani’s relatives and Pt. Fortin community
Prime Minister Dr. Keith Rowley has extended his sympathy to the boy’s relatives and the Point Fortin community. On his Facebook page yesterday he said a child is dead and the entire nation is torn deep within. He wrote that … Continue reading
People of Point Fortin demand justice after toddler is found dead
Angry residents of Point Fortin are demanding justice following the death of 2-year-old Kymani Francis. Twenty-four hours after he was reported missing, Kymani was discovered dead near a river not too far away from his Teshier Village home yesterday morning. … Continue reading
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