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Sunil Sookoo killed in a freak accident in central Trinidad
A freak accident on a jobsite has led to the death of Sunil Sookoo. Mr. Sookoo was hit and killed by an excavator in central yesterday afternoon. Initial reports are saying Mr. Sookoo was sitting on the ground at the … Continue reading
Government denies any contradiction in its statements regarding acquisition of vaccines by Private Sector
Government denies any contradiction in its statements regarding the acquisition of COVID-19 vaccines by the Private Sector. Health Minister Terrence Deyalsingh says the matter arose after many reached out to him offering assistance. Opposition Senator Wade Mark raised the issue … Continue reading
Calls for stricter measures to be implemented for inter island travel
Head of the Eric Williams Memorial Committee, Reginald Vidale calls for stricter measures to be implemented for travel between Trinidad and Tobago. Mr. Vidale is suggesting that persons be tested for COVID-19 before being allowed to leave Trinidad. Speaking with … Continue reading
Another COVID death recorded
One more COVID-19 death is recorded locally. The latest update from the Ministry of Health shows that the number increased from 140 to 141. The Ministry’s update indicates that the victim was an elderly male. The last COVID-19 death was … Continue reading
Maha Sabha threatens legal action against the government over its decision to cut scholarships
The Sanatan Dharma Maha Sabha is threatening legal action against the government over its decision to cut the number of national scholarships. The Ministry of Education has announced a new bursary system and reduced scholarships. The threat was contained in … Continue reading
Woman detained after cargo barrel containing guns and ammunition discovered
A woman is detained after a cargo barrel containing 4 guns and a quantity of ammunition is discovered at the Port of Port of Spain. The find was made on at around 8.45 am Monday. A Customs and Excise Officer … Continue reading
Man chopped to death at his Point Fortin home
Masked men who stormed his Point Fortin home demanding cash and drugs have chopped Martin Pattan to death. Thirty-four-year-old Mr. Pattan was pulled out of his bed and made to kneel in the living room of his Walker Street, Egypt … Continue reading
Health Minister and ANSA MCAL CEO tell different stories on the bid to acquire COVID vaccines
The ANSA MCAL group of companies and Health Minister Terrence Deyalsingh tell different stories regarding access to COVID vaccines. Group CEO Anthony Sabga III says officials from the Ministry of Health met with business leaders on February 17th seeking funding … Continue reading
5 teenage boys who escaped custody at Child Support Centre remain at large
Five teenage boys who escaped custody at a Child Support Centre in Valsayn remain at large. It is believed the boys broke out of the home between Friday night and early Saturday morning. Reports say checks were being made by … Continue reading
Body of man found with stab wounds in Laventille
The body of a man is found with stab wounds in Laventille. The deceased has been identified as Anthony Blackman. He was 44-years-old. Reports say the discovery was made in St. Barbs at around 6 o’clock this morning. Newscenter 5 … Continue reading
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