Paula Lindo Thursday 26 March 2020 Leader of the Opposition Kamla Persad-Bissessar says she is pleased the Prime Minister has heeded her call for a 14-day shutdown of non-essential services. Dr Rowley made the announcement during Thursday’s post-Cabinet media briefing. In a release, Persad-Bissessar said the Prime Minister had no choice but to take her advice, … Continue reading
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Online action to keep you going (March 25, 2020)
Paula Lindo Wednesday 25 March 2020 MANY people who are self-isolating in keeping with government mandates arising from the covid19 pandemic are complaining of boredom. However, there are many activities that can be carried out online or come with an offline format. Choreographer Bridgette Wilson is offering free dance classes on Instagram, with a different format … Continue reading
Mourner turned away from pan pioneer’s funeral (March 21, 2020)
Paula Lindo Saturday 21 March 2020 Trinidad All Stars Steel Orchestra arranger Leon “Smooth” Edwards was denied entry to the funeral of steelpan legend Neville Jules on Friday. The doors of the Trinity Cathedral were closed after ten people had entered. Edwards said when he reached the church, he was told the police said the maximum … Continue reading
ERHA implements changes to fight covid19 (March 20, 2020)
Paula Lindo Friday 20 March 2020 All elective surgeries at the Sangre Grande hospital are being rescheduled, and all other surgeries will be prioritised based on urgency. This action is among several operational changes the Eastern Regional Health Authority (ERHA) is implementing at all its health facilities as a result of the covid19 pandemic. These precautions … Continue reading
[UPDATED] Cabo Star ferry out of quarantine (March 19, 2020)
(Mentioned) Elizabeth Gonzales Thursday 19 March 2020 PAULA LINDO AND ELIZABETH GONZALES The Cabo Star cargo ferry returned to service after a period in quarantine on Thursday morning. A crew member with flu-like symptoms was tested and found to have a lower respiratory tract infection. Chief Medical Officer (CMO) Dr Roshan Parasram said the person was … Continue reading
Greater Tunapuna Chamber: Not business as usual (March 19, 2020)
Paula Lindo Thursday 19 March 2020 The Greater Tunapuna Chamber of Industry and Commerce (GTCIC) is appealing to citizens to follow guidelines of the ministries of Health, National Security and other established authorities when it comes to dealing with the covid19 outbreak. They said the current situation is not business as usual.The chamber said it agrees … Continue reading
Cabo Star ferry in quarantine at PoS (March 19, 2020)
Paula Lindo Thursday 19 March 2020 A crew member from the Cabo Star passenger ferry was taken by ambulance for testing this morning by the Ministry of Health, after showing flu-like symptoms. The Port Authority said all passengers and crew on the ferry must stay on board until test results have been received. The boat is … Continue reading
President calls for calm, empathy (March 18, 2020)
Paula Lindo Wednesday 18 March 2020 President Paula Mae-Weekes is calling on citizens to remain calm in the face of the health crisis being faced by TT. She said empathy, kindness and compassion are paramount in this time. In a release, the President thanked medical personnel for their service and dedication at the frontlines of the … Continue reading
Lockdown at senior citizens’, children’s homes (March 16, 2020)
Paula Lindo Monday 16 March 2020 Senior citizens’ homes and children’s homes are putting measures in place to combat the transmission of the covid19 virus. These homes host some of the most vulnerable people in the population. At the All Saints Church Gordon Home for Senior Citizens in Port of Spain, chairman Brian Dyer said they … Continue reading
IMAX to remain open (March 15, 2020)
Paula Lindo Sunday 15 March 2020 CinemaONE Ltd is implementing measures to combat the spread of the covid19 virus. The company said they will be taking all necessary precautions for the well-being of patrons who visit their theatres at One Woodbrook Place, Woodbrook. In a media release, CinemaOne said they will not be allowing more than … Continue reading
