Laurel V. Williams @LaurelJV8

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Laurel V. Williams @LaurelJV8

7 days ago

'Test is the best' Ace musician Andrew 'Test' La Fortune has a special love for parang. Growing up in Moruga, he horned his skills with help of relatives & villagers. See my story on @Newsday_TT #Gussie #maestro #mandolin newsday.co.tt/2025/09/18/par…

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2 months ago

From rooftop fall to courtroom call. After a fall left him paralysed at 20, Adino Stephen Girod rose again—this time to the Bar. Now 40, this attorney's inspiring journey of faith, grit & purpose is a must-read. 💼🙏 See my story @Newsday_TT #AgainstAllOdds #LegalJourney

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3 months ago

Happening now: Fire and police officers and TTEC personnel are on the scene at a fire in San Fernando. See my story on @Newsday_TT

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3 months ago

The following are signs you are in a toxic workplace: Poor communication High staff turnover No support from bosses Dreading to return to work on Monday Disrespectful behaviour Unrecognised efforts Pamela Cournoyer at #WIL2025 #WomenInLeadership See my story on @Newsday_TT

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3 months ago

Mixed reactions from the public regarding the proposed legislation to increase the age limit for alcohol and marijuana use & gambling. Arrive Alive president Sharon Inglefield has endorsed the proposed legislation. See my story on @Newsday_TT

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3 months ago

Happening now: Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar, SC, joins in solidarity with union leaders, workers and at the Labour Day celebrations at Charlie King Junction at Fyzabad on June 19. Several other government ministers & MPs are also attending. See more @Newsday_TT

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3 months ago

Happening now: Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar joined in solidarity at the Labour Day celebrations at Charlie King Junction at Fyzabad. Several other ministers & MPs are also attending. See more @Newsday_TT

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5 months ago

The unique La Divina Pastora aka Siparee Mai celebrations in Siparia on Holy Thursday & Good Friday continue to unify people of different religions. People paid homage to the miracle-working statue. See remarks from RC priest, Fr Santhosh, from India, in @Newsday_TT

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5 months ago

Trinibad artiste Bradlee Dhanaram pleaded guilty yesterday before a Siparia magistrate and will reappear in court next month for sentencing. He was charged in connection with the viral video in which a man made violent threats. See more on @Newsday_TT

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6 months ago

Excitement is growing for Moruga Games on April 12 at the Moruga Multipurpose Youth & Sport Facility in 5th Company hosted by the I AM Moruga Foundation. The NGO does not have a permanent home and has sight on the old courthouse. See my article on @Newsday_TT

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6 months ago

Founder of the Manly Man Movement, Alvin Brown, is helping build better men for a stronger society through his mentorship initiatives. Read more in today's publication @Newsday_TT

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6 months ago

A policeman was bitten on his left leg by a pothound during an exercise in south Trinidad yesterday morning. He was treated and discharged at hospital. See more on @Newsday_TT

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6 months ago

A WPC’s car was stolen and later found yesterday stripped at the roadside. Several police-issued items, including two bullet-proof vests, a hat, and a utility belt, were inside the car. See more on @Newsday_TT

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6 months ago

Cyber security expert Sean Hoyte highlights the use of AI in elections. “The electorate must be wary of manipulation, which can take the form of fake news articles, altered images and deepfake videos.” See my story in today’s publication of @Newsday_TT

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Laurel V. Williams @LaurelJV8

6 months ago

Police are on the scene in Tarouba where an unidentified man was found dead in his apartment. He was shot. See more on @Newsday_TT

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6 months ago

Maite Montenegro is just 16 but has over a decade of experience in the entertainment industry. She is a singer, dancer, songwriter & actress. The La Voz kids (Colombia, 2016) finalist is the daughter of a Colombian and Trini. See more in today's publication @Newsday_TT

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6 months ago

A member of the Defence Force is expected to face a master in the High Court today charged with the murder of a Pleasantville woman, 39. She was gunned down at home. The accused has addresses in Belmont and Beetham. See more on @Newsday_TT

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7 months ago

Police found the head of a woman in a yard in Siparia this afternoon, and are searching for the body. The victim is of African descent and appeared to be in her late 50s, early 60s. See more on @Newsday_TT

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7 months ago

Vanessa James, born in San Fernando, is a powerhouse in the voiceover industry in the United States, proving that Caribbean talent can thrive on the global stage. See my story in today's @Newsday_TT

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7 months ago

A 47-year-old man from D’Abadie is expected to appear before a High Court master today charged with the murder of a retiree, 64, and the attempted murder of a close male friend, 44, of Vistabella. See more on @Newsday_TT