Daily Archives: Oct 19, 2018
Parasitic worm poses cancer threat to children
The discovery of a parasitic worm that can cause some stomach cancers has prompted health officials here to try to isolate it in young children living and attending schools in Potters, Scotts Hill and neighbouring communities.
Jail-time, fines and licence suspension for traffic offenders
Be warned and be careful, are the two bits of advice of the Traffic Court in St. John’s, as Magistrate Dexter Wason clamps down on dangerous/reckless drivers including those who drive without insurance, among other things.
Education ministry to investigate strip search of teachers
The Ministry of Education has promised to investigate the “deeply” disturbing and troubling incident that led to 14 educators at the All Saint Secondary School being strip searched by police.
More funding for Booby Alley Project
The government will be expanding the Booby Alley development project to include residents who are currently living in the Perry Bay area. Prime Minister Gaston Browne made the disclosure during a signing ceremony on Thursday when he accepted a grant of EC $100 million dollars from the People’s Republic of China.