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INVESTIGATION-Venezuelans survive by smuggling over the waves to Trinidad
Reuters
CHAGUARAMAS, Trinidad and Tobago, June 20 (Thomson Reuters Foundation) - U nemployed and without food to feed his family, Venezuelan construction worker Robert Monterosi says there is only one way he can survive - dodging customs officials to sell ...

Trinidad News
Expect thunder, lightning today
Trinidad News
Head of the Office of Disaster Preparedness and Management (ODPM) Neville Wint said while several trees were felled by brisk winds in southern Trinidad, the matter was dealt with speedily by the regional corporations. There was also a report of a roof ...

Wanted: A border policy
Trinidad News
The Venezuelan repatriations are not simply a matter between Venezuela and Trinidad and Tobago. ... In this regard, we welcome events such as today's panel discussion hosted by the Faculty of Law of the University of the West Indies on refugee law.

teleSUR English
Granddaughter of Trinidad's 'Father of Soca' Eyes Music Award
teleSUR English
The 20-year-old granddaughter of Trinidad's 'Father of Soca,' Lord Shorty (Ras Shorty), Blackman has emerged as the only Caribbean artist nominated to the BET 2018. "As of right now, there are two clear favorites in the running for Viewer's Choice ...

Jamaica Observer
O-Wrap: New PetroJam board ... Less J'cans denied access to Trinidad... $100m for drain cleaning
Jamaica Observer
Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Kamina Johnson Smith says that there is a reduction in the number of Jamaicans denied access to Trinidad and Tobago. 4. Over 100,000 students to sit final Grade 4 Literacy and Numeracy exams. Over 100,000 ...

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Jamaica Observer
Reduction in number of Jamaicans denied access to Trinidad
Jamaica Observer
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Kamina Johnson Smith says that there is a reduction in the number of Jamaicans denied access to Trinidad and Tobago. “In respect of free movement of persons, thanks to Jamaica's ...

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Team CNMI advances to semis of Academic Challenge
Saipan Tribune
Marianas Baptist Academy team representing the CNMI to the 2018 National Junior Academic Challenge Championship in Orlando, Florida advanced to the semifinals or finished in the Top 6 of the event. It was really a tough competition among middle school ...

Trinidad News
Photos: Labour Day in Fyzabad
Trinidad News
Several trade unions march from Avocat Junction Fyzabad to Charlie King Junction Fyzabad in in celebration of Labour Day in TT. Several speakers including leaders of unions under the Joint Trade Union Movement and FITUN. Photo: Anil Rampersad.

National Catholic Reporter
Trinidad and Tobago Catholics aid Venezuelan migrants amid government crackdown
National Catholic Reporter
This April, 82 Venezuelans were sent back to their country by Trinidad and Tobago officials. There have been other deportations in years past, but this one was significant because the Venezuelans were migrants seeking asylum or hoping to file for ...

Loop News Trinidad and Tobago
Trinidad and Tobago's weather: Chance of thundershowers
Loop News Trinidad and Tobago
Here's a look at today's weather, courtesy the Trinidad and Tobago Meteorological Service: Trinidad, Tobago, and the Windward Islands: Cloudy periods with occasional showers. There is the high (70%) chance of thundershower activity during the late ...

Jordan inspires Courgars NAAA triumph
Trinidad Guardian
On the first day, Jordan won gold in the 400m and shot put events before winning Gold in the Under-13 Mixed 4 X 100-metre event. In the penultimate event on the final day, Jordan teamed up with her Cougars teammates to win the Girls Under-13 1000m ...

Fuego blow lead, lose 17-16 to Trinidad
Santa Fe New Mexican
The Santa Fe Fuego led Monday's game at Trinidad 9-2 in the fourth inning and eventually lost 17-16. The host Triggers had back-to-back six-run frames in the seventh and eighth and led 17-12 heading to the top of the ninth when Santa Fe (10-15) mounted ...

Trinidad News
Aquaholics star in 'Bago' Dragon Boat
Trinidad News
Aquaholics won six races in the choppy waters, including mixed, open and women's events. The dominant local dragon boat team, Aquaholics, showed their stamina in the longer distances, winning the premier mixed 2000m race in 14 minutes, 55.6 seconds ...

LOCAL BRIEFS
Pueblo Chieftain
The event will include a memorial service for Pueblo's homeless, who have passed away during the year. The take ... State parks participating in this program are Cheyenne Mountain, Eleven Mile, Ridgway, Staunton, St. Vrain and Trinidad Lake. Five of ...

The Know
8 must-see fine arts offerings this summer, from Santa Fe to Steamboat
The Know
This year, there are plenty of reasons to get in the car and go, especially for fine arts fans, with unexpected events set to take place in every direction from the Front Range. Here are eight ... Trinidad is the rising star of Colorado's rural cities ...

Hoodline
3 diverse community events in New York City this week
Hoodline
Join Nyugen E. Smith and D. Denenge Duyst-Akpem for a conversation on masquerade, performance and spirituality in the African Diaspora at NYPL's Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture. The talk will focus on Carnival traditions in Trinidad and ...

High Times
Weed Town, USA: How Marijuana Rescued the Town of Trinidad ...
High Times
Cannabis sales have completely transformed the town of Trinidad, Colorado, and their economy is thriving because of it.

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Religion News Service
Trinidad and Tobago Catholics aid Venezuelan migrants amid government crackdown
Religion News Service
PORT OF SPAIN, Trinidad and Tobago (RNS) — Yesenia Gonzalez immigrated to Trinidad and Tobago, the twin island Caribbean nation, from Venezuela 40 years ago when she was 18. She has raised her children and set up a successful business here.

Sun Sentinel
Davie and Cooper City area events, June 20-30
Sun Sentinel
This calendar includes events taking place in Davie, Cooper City, Pembroke Pines, Miramar, and Weston between June 20-30. To submit an event, click here. ..... One night only, June 29, features top talent from Jamaica, Trinidad and Tobago, 8 p.m. $35-$60.

sundaymail.co.zw
Carnival dates final: Kaseke
sundaymail.co.zw
“Whoever is organising an event/function where the public is concerned should make sure that adequate security for the event is sourced from the police and that the event is cleared with relevant authorities, which is all that the carnival organisers ...