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Hurricane Beryl weeks ago.

Many countries, particularly those within the 15-member regional bloc known as the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), stepped up to help countries in need but Grenadian Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell singled out Guyana’s support during his visit to the South American nation this week.

“Guyana has gone above and beyond the call of duty.

“You are the only CARIOCM country with troops still stationed in Grenada and (their stay has been) extended by a further two weeks to help with the continuing building and recovery effort.

“There is no reason for you to do this other than the love, the humility and the solidarity for the people of Grenada, Carricou and Petit Martinique,” Prime Minister Mitchell said on Wednesday night at a business dinner in Guyana’s capital city, Georgetown.

Just after the hurricane hit Caribbean islands, Guyana sprang into action. Relief supplies were dispatched and later, in Grenada, soldiers were sent to help with rebuilding efforts.

Prime Minister Mitchell said the efforts of the soldiers have made a “remarkable difference” in Grenada’s abilit to “stand up” and rebuild.

So he expressed heartfel gratitude to the government and people of Guyana.

 

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Jewel Andrew of Antigua and Barbuda Falcons bats during the Republic Bank Caribbean Premier League match between Antigua and Barbuda Falcons and St Kitts and Nevis Patriots at Sir Vivian Richards Cricket Ground on August 29, 2024 in Antigua, Antigua and Barbuda. (Photo by Ashley Allen – CPL T20/CPL T20 via Getty Images)

The star of the Falcons innings though was 17-year-old Jewel Andrew, who showed maturity beyond his years and an eye-catching talent by striking 50 off just 30 balls to post a challenging target of 163-4 for the Patriots to chase.

An ebb and flow of runs and wickets followed as a dramatic match headed down to the final over and then the final delivery. Nortje held his nerve to get the single needed off Roshon Primus to give the Patriots a last gasp win, they equal their win tally of last year’s tournament after just one game.

Kyle Mayers was awarded Player-of-the-Match for a crucial 39 off 24 balls from number three, but when he was dismissed by Mohammad Amir in the 16^th over it left the Patriots on 133-6 and with plenty still to do.

Despite wickets falling steadily, including two in the final over, the Patriots lower order managed to get over the line and chalk up a win to kick off their campaign.

“I’m happy we won this game,” Patriots captain Andre Fletcher reflected in the moments after victory. “I want us to be positive but at the same time, we have to be smart about it. Enjoy the cricket as much as possible, enjoy each other’s success and stick together as a team. Once we do that, we have the personnel to do well.”

The 2024 CPL is up and running and the opening match well and truly whetted the appetite for the next five weeks of action. (CPL)

 

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Defending champions Essequibo made a riveting start to their title defence, defeating Demerara in the opening round of the Guyana Cricket Board Under-13 Inter-County 40-over competition on Thursday.

Demerara captain Lomar Seecharran (right) and his Essequibo counterpart Ethan Silas at the toss

Playing in familiar conditions at the Affiance ground in Essequibo, the home side dismissed Demerara for 84 in 29.1 overs. Essequibo then charged to victory at 85-3 from 19.3 overs in the 12-player per side contest.

The Essequibians were led to victory by Joseph Bholo, who stroked a top score of 24 and received support from Arif Singh (18*) and opener Ravid Fredericks (17).

Wicketkeeper Bholo had earlier played a crucial role in the field, picking up three dismissals behind the stumps and effecting a run out.

An excellent bowling performance from Essequibo kept Demerara in check, with Gishwar Tillack (2-2), Usain Fredericks (2-7), Tyrese Stephney (2-16) and Marcus Thomas (2-18) among the wickets.

Jermaine Grovesnor (21) and Prosper Jacobus (12) added valuable runs for Demerara at the backend of the innings after skipper Lomar Seecharran (0) and fellow opener Nathan Bishop (0), Mickel Johnson (02), Makai Dowlin (06) and Wasim Ali (02) all fell cheaply as Demerara slipped to 26-5 early in the game.

Round Two of the tournament will take place on Friday (August 30) at the La Bonne Intention ground, East Coast Demerara, with Demerara facing Berbice from 10:30h.

The third and final round will be on Saturday (August 31) at the same venue with Berbice up against Essequibo.

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Hayley Matthews emerged Player-of-the-Tournament with 147 runs and 11 wickets

After winning the toss and choosing to bowl first, the Royals bowlers made use of some good conditions with the early wickets of TKR captain Deandra Dottin for six and ace Indian batter Jemimah Rodrigues for two.

With the loss of their two premier batters, the Knight Riders never recovered, eventually crawling to 93-8 from their 20 overs.

Shikha Pandey (28) and Jannilea Glasgow (24) were the main contributors with the bat as Aaliyah Alleyne bowled beautifully on her way to 4-21 from her four overs.

Captain Hayley Matthews took 2-13 from her four overs in support.

The Royals then made tough work of what should’ve been an easy chase, eventually reaching 94-6 with five overs to spare.

Chamari Athapaththu led the way with a patient 39* off 47 balls, including seven fours.

The Royals were, at one point, cruising at 66-1 in the 11^th over before losing five wickets for just 19 runs before Athapaththu and Afy Fletcher brought them over the line.

16-year-old Samara Ramnath bowled well for the Knight Riders with 2-18 from her four overs. (Sportsmax)

 

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new Demerara River Crossing, the forthcoming Berbice River Bridge nor the new Mackenzie/ Wismar Bridge.

The President made the announcement as he commissioned the new Schoonord to Crane four-lane Highway in Region Three.

Though announcing that the new Berbice River Bridge will be toll-free, the President also said the government is seeking to acquire the existing Berbice Bridge. If acquired, it will also be toll-free.

From left: an artist’s impression of the new Demerara River Crossing, an artist’s impression of the new Mackenzie/ Wismar, and the existing Berbice River Bridge

The new Demerara River Crossing should be completed by 2025; while the new Mackenzie/ Wismar Bridge is slated for completion in 2026.

It was only recently announced that the government is building a new Berbice Bridge. And in an invited comment, President Ali, earlier this week, said the new Berbice Bridge will be a modern, high-span structure like the Demerara Bridge.

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poisonous substance and then ingested some; they died on the same day – August 21, 2024.

When he met Kamo, she had two children – a boy and a girl.

A relative sits near the coffin of Kamo and Davi at today’s funeral (Photo: News Room/ August 29, 2024)

But life was not kind. Liloutie’s son from a previous relationship also became ill at the age of 13, and later died. It was a loss that deeply affected the couple, but Frankie remained steadfast and brought Liloutie to No.19 village, where they tried to rebuild their lives.

Frankie and Kamo

Moving in with them was Davi, Kamo’s daughter, who also developed an illness and was bedridden for the rest of her life.

For 38 years, Kamo took care of her daughter – with Frankie’s support. He worked hard, even buying a car, so it would be easier to get Kamo to take her daughter for medical care.

Kamo was a stay-at-home wife and mother, something Frankie insisted on.

“I told her I don’t want you to work, no matter if I have to catch crabs to support you, I am going to work.” Frankie worked tirelessly as a government ranger, and before that, as a goods seller on his motorcycle.

For 27 years, Frankie and Liloutie shared a bond that seemed unbreakable.

“We lived together, we built with whatever little we had… whatever she wanted, I could not stop her; that’s how we lived. We lived nicely with one another for 27 years.”

Their life together was simple but filled with love. Liloutie often told Frankie that she feared what would happen to Davi if she was no longer around. Frankie reassured her time and again, promising that he would always take care of her daughter, even if it meant paying someone to do so.

Frankie described their life as one of mutual care and support. “If my head hurt, my wife was there; if her head hurt, I was there.”

Frankie said they only argued when it was time for him to eat, and he didn’t want to. And it was the same on her last day alive.

It was two Tuesdays ago.

Kamo ensured Frankie had his cup of tea, but he didn’t want to eat the “dosay” (pancakes) she made. He said he went outside to mop, as he would normally assist with chores before leaving for work.

Kamo and Davi

But something did seem off. Liloutie was wearing her nightgown earlier but had changed and dressed, as if she was going out. She handed him some personal belongings and said, “Goodbye.” It sent a chill down his spine.

“Kamo, what do you mean, goodbye?” he asked her, confusion and fear gnawing at his heart.

Then she broke the dreaded news. She had given Davi poison and had taken it herself.

Frankie was stunned, unable to process the horror unfolding before him. He didn’t think about it then, but Kamo was frustrated after her daughter stopped eating a few days earlier.

Frankie tried desperately to save Kamo, squeezing her mouth in a futile attempt to force out the poisonous substance. He rushed to check on Davi but saw a green substance to the side of her mouth.

Panicked, he called for help and rushed them both to New Amsterdam Hospital. But the doctors told him what he already feared—they wouldn’t survive. Kamo and Davi died hours apart.

Frankie’s world collapsed. He had lived a loving life with Liloutie. Never could he imagine that he would be saying a final farewell today.

The house once filled with love and laughter is now dark and empty.

“It won’t be easy.”

A post-mortem confirmed Kamo and Davi died from a poisonous substance.

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