The Berbice Newswatch Bulletin
Berbice’s own news, sports and community voice. Every report below was filmed, written and produced by our own team in New Amsterdam and across Guyana. Watch the broadcast at the top of each story, then read the full written report underneath.
Top Story
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The Little Rock Press — The Week in Berbice, 23 Oct 2026 – 30 Oct 2026
The Little Rock Press — the week in Berbice and across Guyana, 23 Oct 2026 – 30 Oct 2026, from the LRTVS NewsWatch newsroom, Channel 10. Top story LRTVS Newswatch Update 29th October, 2026 GEORGETOWN, Guyana — October 29, 2026 LRTVS Newswatch Update 29th October, 2026 Watch the full report on LRTVS Channel 10. More from the week…
Latest News
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LRTVS Newswatch Update 29th October, 2026
GEORGETOWN, Guyana — October 29, 2026 LRTVS Newswatch Update 29th October, 2026 Watch the full report on LRTVS Channel 10. By LRTVS NewsWatch Staff
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Fire Service recruits trained to spot and respond to human trafficking
NEW AMSTERDAM, Berbice — October 29, 2026 The first batch of recruits of the Guyana Fire Service traded their hoses for human rights awareness on Tuesday, October 27th, at the Fire Service Training School…
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Young influencers update Minister Persaud on projects pitched at Catalyst Collective
NEW AMSTERDAM, Berbice — October 29, 2026 Young influencers met with Minister Persaud at her office on Wednesday afternoon to give her an update on the projects they pitched at the Catalyst Collective event…
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National 10,000m record holder Kelvin Johnson dies suddenly
NEW AMSTERDAM, Berbice — October 29, 2026 The Athletics Association of Guyana (AAG) has confirmed the sudden death of Kelvin Johnson, holder of the national men's 10,000 metre record. Johnson set the record of…
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LRTVS Newswatch Update 28th October, 2026
GEORGETOWN, Guyana — October 28, 2026 LRTVS Newswatch Update 28th October, 2026 Watch the full report on LRTVS Channel 10. By LRTVS NewsWatch Staff
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Housing scheme connectivity and new rice farming model in the headlines
NEW AMSTERDAM, Berbice — October 27, 2026 Two stories led the news on Tuesday, October 27, 2026: a housing scheme that is no longer cut off from the surrounding area, and a new farming…
Crime & Courts
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Police Sergeant Under Close Arrest after Alleged Gunfire at Beterverwagting Event
By LRTVS NewsWatch Desk Writer GUYANA — A serving police sergeant has been placed under close arrest and is facing an internal investigation after allegedly discharging several rounds into the air during an entertainment…
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Police Corporal to Face Trial over Death of 15 Year Old Annandale Student
By LRTVS NewsWatch Desk Writer GEORGETOWN — The case surrounding the death of a 15-year-old Annandale Secondary School student is heading before the courts, with Police Constable Yonette Cumberbatch set to stand trial on…
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New Amsterdam Set for Major Transformation Under Model Village Initiative
By Michael Charles, LRTVS NewsWatch NEW AMSTERDAM, REGION SIX — New Amsterdam is set for a major modernisation effort as the Government moves forward with its Model Village Initiative, aimed at improving infrastructure, public…
Politics & Government
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Guyana Advances Health Cooperation With Africa Through HEDPAC Partnership
By Seana Williams, LRTVS NewsWatch GUYANA — Guyana is seeking to deepen health sector cooperation with Africa through the Health Development Partnership for Africa and the Caribbean (HEDPAC), with discussions on Thursday, August 13,…
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Meten Meer Zorg Cricket Ground Receives New Heavy Duty Roller
By LRTVS NewsWatch Desk Writer METEN-MEER-ZORG, REGION THREE — The Meten-Meer-Zorg cricket ground has received a new heavy-duty roller, officially handed over during a visit to the community on Monday, August 10, 2026, by…
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Prime Minister Engages Region One Residents on Development Priorities
By LRTVS NewsWatch Staff YARITA, REGION ONE — On Wednesday, August 5, 2026, Prime Minister Brigadier (Ret’d) Mark Phillips met with residents of Yarita in the Mabaruma sub-district, Region One, as part of the…
Education
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CARICOM Education Ministers Push for Stronger Math’s, Skills Training and Teacher Development
By LRTVS NewsWatch GEORGETOWN — Education ministers and senior officials from across CARICOM wrapped up two days of discussions on Thursday focused on strengthening education systems and preparing Caribbean learners for a changing world.…
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Government Employees Strengthen Workplace Safety Practices through OSH Training
By LRTVS NewsWatch GEORGETOWN — Employees representing 12 government ministries and agencies have strengthened their knowledge of occupational safety and health following a two-day workshop held on Monday and Tuesday. The workshop was jointly…
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Human Services Minister Engages Region Six Families and Youths on Health, Families and Economic Oppo
By LRTVS NewsWatch REGION SIX — Minister of Human Services and Social Security Dr Vindhya Persaud made her first stop in Region Six at Miss Phoebe, Mahaicony, on Sunday, meeting families and young people…
Health
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Guyana Advances Health Cooperation With Africa Through HEDPAC Partnership
By Seana Williams, LRTVS NewsWatch GUYANA — Guyana is seeking to deepen health sector cooperation with Africa through the Health Development Partnership for Africa and the Caribbean (HEDPAC), with discussions on Thursday, August 13,…
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Police Corporal to Face Trial over Death of 15 Year Old Annandale Student
By LRTVS NewsWatch Desk Writer GEORGETOWN — The case surrounding the death of a 15-year-old Annandale Secondary School student is heading before the courts, with Police Constable Yonette Cumberbatch set to stand trial on…
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CXC Overhauls School Based Assessments, Phases Out SBAs for Theory Subjects
The Caribbean Examinations Council has announced a new assessment framework aimed at protecting the integrity of regional examinations. Registrar and Chief Executive Officer Dr Wayne Wesley said the changes follow extensive consultations…
Community
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Vendor Arrested After Police Seize Four Pounds of Suspected Marijuana in Ruimveldt
A 28-year-old vendor is in police custody after ranks acting on intelligence reportedly found about four pounds of suspected marijuana during an operation along the Ruimveldt Public Road.
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Region One Crowns Its Ambassador for 2026
Pageant officials in Region One have crowned a new queen and court, praising the grace, confidence and discipline shown by every delegate who took to the stage.
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Government to Develop 21 Model Communities With Modern Infrastructure Nationwide
Regional Development Minister Priya Manickchand says 21 model communities are being developed across Guyana, designed as complete neighbourhoods rather than simple house lot schemes.
Sport
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Minister Ramson Assesses New Amsterdam Synthetic Track as Sporting Development Continues in Region Six
By LRTVS NewsWatch Desk Writer NEW AMSTERDAM, BERBICE — Minister of Culture, Youth and Sport Charles Ramson Jr. visited the New Amsterdam Synthetic Track on Wednesday, August 12, 2026, inspecting the state of the…
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Police Sergeant Under Close Arrest after Alleged Gunfire at Beterverwagting Event
By LRTVS NewsWatch Desk Writer GUYANA — A serving police sergeant has been placed under close arrest and is facing an internal investigation after allegedly discharging several rounds into the air during an entertainment…
Business
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GDB Sensitisation Session Held in Wakenaam to Promote Business Growth and Financing Opportunities
By Nate Jones, LRTVS NewsWatch WAKENAAM, REGION THREE — A Guyana Development Bank sensitisation session was held on Wakenaam on Wednesday, August 12, 2026, giving farmers, entrepreneurs and other residents of the island information…
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Prime Minister Engages Region One Residents on Development Priorities
By LRTVS NewsWatch Staff YARITA, REGION ONE — On Wednesday, August 5, 2026, Prime Minister Brigadier (Ret’d) Mark Phillips met with residents of Yarita in the Mabaruma sub-district, Region One, as part of the…
International
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International Day of Play Observed in Region Two
Region Two marked the International Day of Play at the Imam Bacchus Play Park, with Minister of Human Services and Social Security Dr Vindhya Persaud taking part.
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President Ali Receives Visionary Leadership Award in Houston
Accepting the award in Texas, the President dedicated it to every Guyanese citizen working daily to build and strengthen the nation.
The Full Briefing
Everything LRTVS Newswatch has reported recently, in brief. Each headline links to the full written report and the original broadcast.
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The Little Rock Press — The Week in Berbice, 23 Oct 2026 – 30 Oct 2026
The Little Rock Press — the week in Berbice and across Guyana, 23 Oct 2026 – 30 Oct 2026, from the LRTVS NewsWatch newsroom, Channel 10. Top story LRTVS Newswatch…
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Canada braces for prolonged trade war as counter-tariffs on US take effect
A brief from the LRTVS News Desk.
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A new dawn – Hopes high as Hydel Cumberland High embarks on win-win mission
A brief from the LRTVS News Desk.
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COOPERS PEN SCHOOL BLUES – Majority of 25 displaced children miss first day of new academic year
A brief from the LRTVS News Desk.
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Agriculture Ministry to upgrade Sheet Anchor fishing landing site
NEW AMSTERDAM, Berbice — September 7, 2026 Fisherfolk at Sheet Anchor, Region Six, are set to benefit from improvements to their landing site, following a visit by Agriculture Minister Zulfikar…
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Minister Croal visits MV Barima survivors and bereaved families in Region One
NEW AMSTERDAM, Berbice — September 7, 2026 Minister of Housing Collin Croal, who is also the Parliamentary Representative for Region One, visited survivors and bereaved families of the MV Barima…
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New commander takes charge of Police Division Six
NEW AMSTERDAM, Berbice — September 7, 2026 A new commander has officially taken charge of the Guyana Police Force's Region Six Division. Mr. Kevin Das assumed duties as regional commander…
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Officer Cadet Fiana Tading, 18, makes GDF history with selection for Sandhurst
NEW AMSTERDAM, Berbice — September 7, 2026 Eighteen-year-old Officer Cadet Fiana Tading has made history in the Guyana Defence Force (GDF) after being selected to train at the Royal Military…
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Five Star Village in Region One receives new tractor for mining and farming
NEW AMSTERDAM, Berbice — September 7, 2026 Residents of Five Star Village, Port Kaituma, Region One, now have a new tractor to support mining and agricultural activities in the community.…
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Prisons director urges officers to make sound decisions on duty
NEW AMSTERDAM, Berbice — September 7, 2026 The Director of Prisons has told prison officers that the decisions they make on duty are critical to the safety and security of…
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Thousands turn out in Serbia for funeral of ‘Butcher of Bosnia’ Ratko Mladić
A brief from the LRTVS News Desk.
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NCU nursing students get a shot in the arm
A brief from the LRTVS News Desk.
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Germany’s far-right AfD says ‘democracy demands’ parties work with them after state election win
A brief from the LRTVS News Desk.
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School for the Blind turning students away for want of staff, counsellor warns
A brief from the LRTVS News Desk.
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Blake: Stand with colleagues, but not at expense of JCF
A brief from the LRTVS News Desk.
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Israeli strikes in southern Lebanese village kill nine
A brief from the LRTVS News Desk.
About LRTVS Newswatch
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