From all reports Tobago is the place to be to celebrate Easter. Tobago Channel Five news journeyed to one of the popular beaches in Tobago, Store Bay where we chatted with some visitors from the sister isle.
Two planes were forced to return to Piarco airport and make emergency landings when a collision with birds occurred and damaged two engines. A unlawful dump and crops produced a “bird hazard” for airplanes leaving the Piarco International Airport on two consecutive days over the Easter weekend
Prime Minister Kamla Persad Bissessar commissioned the start of services at the Scarborough General Hospital on Wednesday. In her address, she commended the people of Tobago for their fortitude despite the long wait for this facility.
Citizens can ensure safety and security over the busy Easter period. This assurance was given by a group of Police officers at a media conference held at the Scarborough police headquarters.
From contracts, to postings, to gratuity, those are just some of the continuous problems that Tobago teachers are facing from the Division of Education, Youth Affairs and Sport. The teachers are fed up and are in need of redress as soon as possible.
The ceremony to commission the start of services at the Scarborough General Hospital was held on Wednesday at the Hospital’s Signal Hill location. In her remarks Secretary for Health and Social services, Claudia Groome-Duke said this is a special day in the lives of Tobagonians.
Last night tragedy struck when 23 year old Gary Kerr of Mt. Pleasant died in a freak road accident. According to a police report, around 9:15 Thursday night 36 year old Stephen Young of Young Street Canaan loaded his 3 tonne Mitsubishi truck, registration number TCN 3638, with garbage from the View Port Supermarket outlet in Canaan
The Urban Ritual Dance Company held their second dance show, themed, stars under the stars, at the Black Rock Heritage Park on Sunday evening.
Minority Leader, Ashworth Jack stated that the Tobago House of Assembly has been urging Tobagonians not to participate in any discussions, in regards to the constitutional reform.
A small turnout of members from the Baptist faith came out on Friday morning to be a part of their annual parade. As the day progressed though, more joined the celebrations.
