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RISE-ing from controversy to crowd-pleasing execution
36 Despite early-season controversy, including threats of a boycott following a comment made by RISE producer Orlando Newton at the event’s June launch, the popular Crop Over Wednesday fête was not only well-attended, it was almost flawlessly...

Grenada PM calls for the acceleration of the digital future of the region
Photo: Grenada’s Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell, addressing the 40th annual meeting of the Caribbean Association of National Telecommunication Organisations (CANTO) (CMC Photo) Grenada’s Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell is calling on the Caribbean...

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Grenada County in week ending July 12?
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Commissioner Allison Clements | www.ferc.govFederal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Commissioner Allison Clements | www.ferc.gov There was a single gas station in cities across Grenada County selling...

Grenada Association of Pharmacists reconstitute new executive
by Linda Straker Kelvin Dragon will be president until next election held in 2026 25 September is World Pharmacists Day Membership open to all licensed pharmacists, pharmacy students, and supporters Following the elections in May 2025, the members...

SVG Rugby crush Grenada 51–5
The St. Vincent and the Grenadines Rugby Union (SVGRU) National Men’s 15s Team delivered a dominant display in their international friendly against Grenada Rugby on Saturday at the Sion Hill Playing Field. Backed by a passionate home crowd, SVG...

Cheapest midgrade gas in cities across Grenada County in week ending July 12
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Chairman Willie L. Phillips | www.ferc.govFederal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Chairman Willie L. Phillips | www.ferc.gov There were two gas stations in cities across Grenada County selling...

Visa restrictions said to be retarding business
Visa restrictions continue to limit mobility for many nations in the Global South and hinder Africa-Caribbean trade, high-level delegates at an investment forum have said. According to the latest version of the Henley Passport Index, which ranks...

Manpower shortage in Construction!!!
THE NEW TODAY is calling for a national engagement of all stakeholders to find a solution to the current shortage of skilled labour in the Construction industry. The average homeowner in Grenada is finding difficulties to hire a competent Mason...

Dominica participates in Digital Agriculture Days as Part of IICA regional initiative
The Digitalization of Agrifood Systems Program of the Inter-American Institute for Cooperation on Agriculture (IICA) has initiated a series of Digital Agriculture Days across various countries in the Americas. According to an IICA press release,...

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Grenada County in week ending July 12?
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Chairman Willie L. Phillips | www.ferc.govFederal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Chairman Willie L. Phillips | www.ferc.gov There was a single gas station in cities across Grenada County selling...
Dr Terrance Drew calls to bridge gap between Africa and Caribbean at ACTIF2025, Dr Terrance Drew calls to bridge gap between Africa and Caribbean…
Prime Minister of St Kitts and Nevis, Dr Terrance Drew has called for better unity within Africa and the Caribbean. He made these remarks while addressing the fourth edition of the AfriCaribbean Trade and Investment Forum in Grenada. During the...

Grenada Coalition of Services Industries unveils dynamic board
The Grenada Coalition of Services Industries (GCSI) is pleased to announce the installation of its new Board of Directors — a great blend of visionaries, professionals, and industry leaders set to revolutionise Grenada’s service economy. This may...

1 gas station in cities throughout Grenada County had the cheapest premium gas in week ending July 12
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Commissioner Allison Clements | www.ferc.govFederal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Commissioner Allison Clements | www.ferc.gov There was a single gas station in cities across Grenada County selling...

Why Grenada is going all in on Intellectual Property, and why it matters
by Orlando Romain, Ambassador/Advisor to the Government of Grenada, Creative and Digital Economy Over the past few years, I’ve had the honour of contributing to Grenada’s bold shift toward a more creative, innovative, and digitally empowered...

Hydrothermal liquefaction for Caribbean waste-to-energy transition
by Curlan Campbell HTL utilises water in feedstock, especially useful for high-moisture waste like sludge, algae, and food scraps Organic waste from cruise ships could be processed locally into renewable energy HTL could address pressing waste...

Call made for a Grenada Diaspora Investment Fund
Grenadians at home and in the diaspora ought to be collaborating more to build “generational wealth” especially in the new environment with the passage of new tax and spending measures in the United States, Grenada politician Peter David has said....

Grenada in IP spotlight at WIPO Assemblies
In celebration of the 50th Anniversary of Independence, Grenada will be honoured in the Intellectual Property (IP) Spotlight at the World Intellectual Property Organisation (WIPO) Assemblies, taking place from 8–17 July 2025, at WIPO Headquarters...

Grenada launches ‘Spice Isle Summer’ campaign to attract US travelers
The Grenada Tourism Authority (GTA) has officially launched its “Spice Isle Summer: Pure Deals, Pure Vibes” campaign, a seasonal push aimed at enticing travelers from the U.S. Northeast with exclusive promotions and travel perks. Running from July...

Grenadian student excels with PETNA Scholarship
PETNA Foundation scholarship changes student’s life By Lincoln DePradine Keziah Gibbs For more than four decades, technology entrepreneur and successful international business leader, Nicholas Earle Brathwaite, has been associated with McMaster...

Nailed It: Barry’s Beauty Bar reopens bigger, bolder on Flatbush Ave
Owner Barrington “Barry” Blye shares a moment with loyal clients at the grand relaunch of his beauty Bar, now welcoming guests at 1429 Flatbush Ave. in Brooklyn. Photo by Tracey Khan Barry’s Beauty Bar, a staple in Brooklyn’s Caribbean beauty...