Grenada News and Sports

Grenada's PM Thomas addresses UN Conference

Wed, 24 Jun 2009 15:40:00 -0500

The United Nations has convened a three-day summit of world leaders from 24 to 26 June 2009 at its New York Headquarters to assess the worst global economic downturn since the Great Depression. The aim is to identify emergency and long-term responses to mitigate the impact of the crisis, especially on vulnerable populations, and initiate a needed dialogue on the transformation of the international financial architecture, taking into account the needs and concerns of all Member States. The United Nations summit of world leaders was mandated at the Follow-up International Conference on Financing for Development, held in December 2008 in Doha, Qatar. Member States requested the General Assembly President Miguel d’Escoto Brockmann to organize the meeting “at the highest level”.

Regional Broadcaster urges for quality programming

Fri, 02 May 2008 13:26:00 -0500

GEORGETOWN, Guyana, May 2 - The quality of programming content and the limited advertising pool are some of the challenges facing regional broadcasters, according to General Manager of the Caribbean Media Corporation (CMC), Errol Clarke. Speaking on Friday at the Caribbean Media and Communication Conference in Guyana, Clarke said that content is one of the hardest things to get for a regional channel and there are not many sources which create quality content. However, the CMC official believes that the creation of a viable Pan-Caribbean Media Business is very possible, citing the progress made with CMC's flagship television programme, Caribvision which is also beamed to an international audience. Audio Source: Demerara Waves Photo Source: CMC

GFA told to develop the sport at all levels

Sun, 27 Apr 2008 15:27:00 -0500

The newly elected executive of the Grenada Football Association (GFA) should work to ensure that football is developed at all levels, according to two local sports journalists. Ray Roberts and Michael Bascombe, who combined more than half a century of sports reporting, believe that the "Ram" Folkes administration has a platform to develop on the many missed opportunities over the past four years. Audio Source: Sunday Sports (Brooklyn, NY)

Ram Folkes promises to restore football's 'credibility'

Sun, 27 Apr 2008 13:54:00 -0500

ST GEORGE'S, Grenada - Re-elected President of the Grenada Football Association (GFA) Ashley "Ram" Folkes has promised to restore the credibility of football under his new tenure. Folkes, speaking on Sunday Sports, said that football in Grenada needs a fundamental change, with the development of football at schools and the communities. He said that more competition and organisation are important facets for the development of the sport. Folkes won the presidency 17-16, defeating former vice president Cheney Joseph in a second run off following a first round deadlock. The new executive reads: Folkes (President), Marlon Glean (1st VP), Adrian "Spaceman" Mitchell (2nd VP),and Directors - Carl Phillip, Bernadine Andrews, Jester Noel, Wayne James and Phillip James. Audio Source: Sunday Sports (Brooklyn, NY) Photo Source: Grenada Today Newspaper

Joseph chides GFA for failing to discuss AGM

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 07:37:00 -0500

Vice President of the Grenada Football Association, Cheney Joseph has criticised his association for failing to convene an executive meeting to discuss the upcoming Annual General Meeting which includes the election of new officers. Mr. Joseph, who is one of three candidates seeking the presidency of the GFA at Saturday's AGM, said that while the date for the AGM is known there are many aspects that need clarifications. Mr. Joseph is also concerned about the announcement by the GFA's General Secretary, Victor Daniel that representatives of FIFA and CONCACAF will be in attendance at the AGM. "If you are not sick you don't call the doctor," Joseph said. The incumbent Ashley "Ram" Folkes and Paul Roberts are the other candidates contesting for the presidency. Audio Source: GrenadaSports

FIFA & CONCACAF Reps for GFA's Elections

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 06:49:00 -0500

General Secretary of the Grenada Football Association (GFA) Victor Daniel says that all systems are in place for Saturday's Annual General Meeting of the association. The highpoint of the AGM will be the election of new officers to run the affairs of the GFA for the next four years. According to Mr. Daniel, the Returning Officer will be the President of the Grenada Olympic Committee (GOC), Roystan La Hee, and he will be assisted by the former deputy supervisor of elections, Emmanuel Roberts, who is also an executive member of the GOC. He said both FIFA and CONCACAF will be sending representatives to attend Saturday's AGM. Audio Source: GBN'S Klassic Radio Sports

Brian Alleyne wants collective approach for Magistracy

Wed, 23 Apr 2008 21:37:00 -0500

Former Acting Chief Justice of the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court, Brian Alleyne said the regionalisation of the magistracy in the OECS is crucial for the integration of the sub-region. Mr. Alleyne, who made a short presentation at Wednesday's launch of the year-long public consultation for the establishment of an economic union, said the OECS will have to overcome deeply entrenched constitutional provisions to deal with that issue. He is recommending the integration of the Magistracy into the supreme court structure. Photo Source: HTS St. Lucia

OECS 'Parliament' in the making

Wed, 23 Apr 2008 20:49:00 -0500

The public dialogue on a proposed OECS economic union kicked off in Roseau Wednesday, launching what is expected to be twelve months of consultation in the islands of the sub-region on closer integration. Chairman of the OECS Authority and Prime Minister of Dominica, Roosevelt Skerritt presided over the launch of the year-long programme of public dialogue on Economic Union. But today OECS countries now face new challenges in the international, regional and domestic arenas. Globalization and trade liberalisation have impacted negatively the small, open and vulnerable economies of the OECS. At this critical juncture in the development of the OECS, the leaders of the sub-region are now seeking to engage all the citizens of the sub-region in a comprehensive dialogue on the way forward in the integration process. Mr. Skerritt said another new feature will be an OECS Assembly which will comprise of elected representatives of their Parliaments. Audio Source: Dominica Broadcasting Service Photo Source: OECS Secretariat

NDC outlines plans to tackle social and economic woes

Wed, 23 Apr 2008 20:26:00 -0500

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has outlined a number of plans it will put in place if elected to form the next government. The NDC on Tuesday launched what is called a forerunner to its manifesto, a policy document "Where We Stand - the 2008 Agenda for Grenada, Carriacou and Petit Martinique. GBN's Lishelle Murray has this report. Audio Source: GBN's Klassic Radio News

NDC : Not worried about youth rally crowd

Wed, 23 Apr 2008 19:54:00 -0500

Opposition Leader Tillman Thomas says his party is not concerned about the large crowd which attended Sunday's Youth Rally and Concert in St. Patrick. The ruling New National Party (NNP) held a concert with some top local and regional entertainers including Beenie Man from Jamaica and Bunji Garlin of Trinidad and Tobago. But Mr. Thomas said young people will gravitate to entertainment and the crows was no indication of any political support for the NNP. Audio Source: MTV (Grenada) News

Know your Heritage - St. George's project launched

Wed, 23 Apr 2008 19:39:00 -0500

A one-year project has been launched to commemorate the 300th anniversary of the city of St. George's. Anglican Schools in the parish are attempting to document the rich history of the capital, through this project. MTV's Ria Murray has more in this report. Audio Source: MTV (Grenada) News

Lawyer for depositors of Cap Bank wants clients' money

Wed, 23 Apr 2008 19:31:00 -0500

A local lawyer for depositors of money in the troubled Capital Bank International says there is no merit in Finance Minister's recommendation to reorganise the bank. Anselm Clouden says there is no comfort in the Minister's statement until depositors get their money. MTV's Gennil Reuben reports. Audio Source: MTV (Grenada) News

American Airlines Adds Miami-Grenada Service to Schedule

Wed, 23 Apr 2008 17:45:00 -0500

American Airlines will open another new route from South Florida to the Caribbean this fall when the airline begins nonstop service from Miami to the southern Caribbean island of Grenada. American will begin flying between Miami and Grenada on Nov. 20, 2008, using Boeing 737-800 aircraft configured with 16 seats in First Class and 132 seats in the Main Cabin. American's upcoming service from Miami is the only nonstop service currently scheduled between South Florida and Grenada, which is located approximately 100 miles off the coast of Venezuela. Leslie-Ann Johnson has the details in this report. http://mikebas.blogspot.com/2008/04/american-airlines-adds-miami-grenada.html Audio Source: GBN's Klassic Radio Story Source: PRNewswire

NDC launches plan for 'economic revival'

Tue, 22 Apr 2008 13:54:40 -0500

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) will Tuesday outlines its position on several pressing issues confronting the country in a document called “Where We Stand – the 2008 Agenda for Grenada, Carriacou and Petit Martinique”. NDC leader Tillman Thomas is expected to address the party’s overall plan for the high cost of living, health care agriculture, sports, culture, economic development and tourism. The document will also outline the NDC’s plans for youth development including providing early childhood education.

PM Mitchell stalls again on election date

Sun, 20 Apr 2008 19:42:00 -0500

Prime Minister Dr Keith Mitchell said he has 'felt the temperature' of supporters and promised to give a date for general elections when he calls another mass rally. Addressing thousands of supporters at a youth rally in St Patrick on Sunday, Dr. Mitchell appealed to supporters to register to vote. "Register now my friends because the next time the New National Party calls you to a meeting of this nature it will be the announcement of the new date," Dr. Mitchell said. Audio Source: NNP Youth Rally

Youth Minister promises to give youth a bigger voice in government

Sun, 20 Apr 2008 19:03:00 -0500

Grenada's Youth Minister, Emmalin Pierre has promised that a government of the New National Party (NNP) will continue to provide more employment and training for young people. Minister Pierre, who was speaking at a youth rally and celebration of the NNP on Sunday night, said that the Imani Programme and the Youth Employment Programme are priority areas for her administration over the next five years. Audio Source: NNP Youth Rally Photo Source: NNP

Claudius George calls for new cricket administrators

Sat, 19 Apr 2008 21:45:21 -0500

Outspoken cricket commentator Claudius George says the current administration of the Grenada Cricket Association (GCA) has outlived its usefulness. Mr. George, who was speaking on the Saturday Sports Special with Rawle Titus, said it's time to give local cricket a new mandate and appealed for the election of new officers. Audio Source: Saturday Sports Special

Opposition Leader denies leaflets' claims

Sat, 19 Apr 2008 21:26:05 -0500

Opposition Leader Tillman Thomas has denied allegations that his National Democratic Congress (NDC) is paying reporters to ask questions at government-staged press conferences. Mr. Thomas, reacting to recent leaflets accusing two journalists of collaborating with the NDC, reiterated his party's support for press freedom and called on politicians to respect the work of journalists. Audio Source: GBN's Klassic Radio

Dr Alexis says Jamaica Court ruling has no effect on Peter David's case

Sat, 19 Apr 2008 21:08:41 -0500

A former Attorney General says the Grenada Government should find no comfort in a recent Court ruling on dual citizenship in Jamaica. Dr. Francis Alexis says the ruling in Jamaica has no bearing on the citizenship case involving Grenadian MP Peter David who has Canadian citizenship. MTV's Ria Murray has this report. Audio Source: MTV (Grenada) News

PM Mitchell defends 'Up Close & Personal'

Sat, 19 Apr 2008 20:24:00 -0500

Grenada's Prime Minister Dr. Keith Mitchell has defended a recent decision to participate in a 'staged' interview rather than being questioned by reporters. Dr. Mitchell said the Up Close & Personal interview which was aired on Community Channel 6 and the GIS TV earlier this week met its objectives. More in this report by Sheree-Ann Noel from CC6 News Night. Audio Source: CC6, News Night

Mike Baptiste denies NNP's claims

Sat, 19 Apr 2008 16:57:00 -0500

Former Opposition Leader Michael Baptiste has accused the ruling New National Party (NNP) of misleading the public with information about former parliamentarian Winston Frederick. Mr. Baptiste said that Frederick was expelled from the Grenada United Labour Party (GULP) and wasn't a candidate for the party in the 1995 general elections. Speaking in an interview with George Grant, Baptiste still believes that the GULP could determine the outcome of the next general elections but the party needs to get its act in order. Audio Source: www.grenadabroadcast.com

No public listing for Gouyave Fish Friday, as yet!

Fri, 18 Apr 2008 19:53:12 -0500

The Gouyave Festival Committee will have to wait a bit longer for the popular Fish Friday to be legally recognised as a pubic festival. GBN's Eugenie Mason reports that there was a first reading of a Public Festivals Regulations Amendment Act at Friday's sitting of the House of Representatives which was intended to include the Fish Friday among public festivals but the amendment was withdrawn before a second reading. Audio Source: GBN's Klassic Radio

Chief Magistrate challenges attempts to remove her

Fri, 18 Apr 2008 17:54:54 -0500

Chief Magistrate Patricia Mark has filed a suit against the State in the High Court seeking declaration that the way in which the Ministry of Legal Affairs intends to remove her is a violation of the constitution. Ms Mark has retained Dr Francis Alexis, himself a former Attorney General to argue her case against the State. GBN's Tricia Reuben reports on the action of the Chief Magistrate. Audio Source: GBN's Klassic Radio

Journalists say they are 'stronger' despite attempts to discredit

Fri, 18 Apr 2008 16:30:41 -0500

ST GEORGE'S - One of the journalists accused in a political leaflet of posing questions on behalf of the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) has been speaking about his ordeal. Photographs of two local journalists were included in a leaflet circulated here earlier this week, accusing them of collaborating with the NDC. The journalists - Rawle Titus and Linda Straker - were among a media corps who questioned the police officer involved in the spy scandal in February. Both Titus and Straker, who are executive members of the Media Workers Association of Grenada (MWAG), have since filed formal complaints to the police. Titus and Calistra Farrier, another journalist who participated in the press conference last week, were guests on the Straight Talk programme on Friday. Audio Source: Straight Talk (National Media Centre)

CARICOM clears air on skills certificate

Fri, 18 Apr 2008 15:14:00 -0500

A CARICOM official has cleared the air on the issuing of CARICOM Skills Certificate. CARICOM Single Market and Economy (CSME) Specialist in Free Movement of Skills/Labour, Dr. Steven Mac Andrew said that a certificate could be sought by a national of another CARICOM country, without having to return to his/her homeland. Dr. Mac Andrew gave explanation to Journalist Rawle Titus, who was a guest on the Straight Talk Programme on Friday. Audio Source: Straight Talk (National Media Centre)

PM Mitchell disappointed with delay in Peter David's citizenship case

Wed, 16 Apr 2008 13:11:00 -0500

Prime Minister Dr. Keith Mitchell has bemoaned the tardiness of the justice system in Grenada. Reacting to a recent Court ruling in Jamaica against a sitting Parliamentarian with United States Citizenship, Dr. Mitchell noted the length of time it took for the Court to make a ruling on the matter. His reference was in the lengthy process in the Attorney General's case against opposition Parliamentarian Peter David who has Canadian Citizenship. Audio Source: MTV News (Grenada) Reporter: Ria Murray

PM Mitchell to file petition for CapBank report

Wed, 16 Apr 2008 09:52:00 -0500

Prime Minister Dr. Keith Mitchell is to file a petition to have receivers report on CapBank released to the public. Dr. Mitchell, who is also the Finance Minister, said that it is in the interest of the public to have the report laid before the public. Audio Source: MTV News (Grenada)

DPP says he would exercise his functions in a dispassionate manner

Mon, 14 Apr 2008 16:44:00 -0500

Grenada's Director of Public Prosecutions has spoken about differences between himself and the country's attorney general. Attorney General Elvin Nimrod criticised a recent decision by the DPP not to lay criminal charges against members of the opposition National Democratic Congress for the alleged beating of a police officer. Audio Source: Klassic Grenada & BBC Caribbean Service

Joel Phillip qualifies for Olympic 400m

Sun, 13 Apr 2008 17:52:00 -0500

Joel Phillip has confirmed his place on Grenada's team bound for the Olympic Games in Beijing in August. Phillip clocked 45.34secs for Arizona State University at the Sun Angel Track Classic in Tempe, Arizona on Saturday to secure an Olympic 'A' standard in the men's quarter-mile. Audio Source: Sunday Sports with Harold Pysadee Photo Source: ASU Track & Field

Former Parliamentary Secretary supports George Prime

Sun, 13 Apr 2008 17:07:00 -0500

A former Parliamentary Secretary has endorsed Senator George Prime to win the Carriacou and Petit Martinique seat in the next general elections. Lyle Bullen, who was Secretary for Carriacou Affairs during the period of the People’s Revolutionary Government (PRG), has called upon residents of the sister isles to throw their support behind Prime who is seeking to unseat the incumbent and member of the ruling New National Party (NNP), Elvin Nimrod. Bullen, who also contested the 1999 General Elections for the defunct Maurice Bishop Patriotic Movement (MBPM), said unlike ‘ranting’ from the current administration Carriacou and Petit Martinique have not seen any substantial development. Audio Source: NDC Rally (Vision for Carriacou) Photo Source: File Photo