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.
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Poor Showing at Heritage Festival
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Tobago athletes no show at THA Olympic appreciation
The Tobago House of Assembly, in conjunction with the Department of Education, Youth Affairs and Sport, held their Olympic Athlete Appreciation ceremony on Monday evening at Cafe Coco. However, the athletes were a no-show
DIPU Lorry Loader Electrocuted
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