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The late Julia Lystra Collis.

Trinidad & Tobago

Trinidadian-born community, political activist Julia Lystra Collis passes

By Nelson A. King

Honorees, NYFD Lieutenant Tracy Lewis, Soca Monarch Adrian Dutchin, and First Deputy Commissioner Tania I. Kinsella at the 58th Independence Anniversary celebration awards, hosted by the Guyana Day USA Inc. New York chapter on Liberty Avenue, Queens.

Guyana

Guyana Day USA Inc honors First Deputy Commissioner, Tania Kinsella, NYFD Lt. Tracy Lewis

By Tangerine Clarke

United Airlines Airbus Captain Anthony Greene.

Guyana

From Guyana to the international skies: Anthony Greene’s journey to becoming a pilot

By Tracey Khan

Black journalist Steven McCoy, who has been living with Usher Syndrome 0which affects his hearing and sight) for five years.

People

Exploring disability advocacy through the lens of a Black journalist’s experience

By Milette Millington

Vena W. Baker (left) with Congresswoman Yvette Clarke.

People

That’s what friends are for?

By Vinette K. Pryce

Nigy Boy during his graduation celebration.

Music

Visually impaired dancehall artist Nigy Boy graduates from Stony Brook University with a double major in Bachelor of Arts

By Tracey Khan

Richard "Richie B" Burgess, a veteran broadcaster with almost 30 years experience, presented with a proclamation in September 2022 by Brooklyn Assemblyman Brian Cunningham, representative for the 43rd Assembly District in New York.

People

Veteran Jamaican radio broadcaster Richard ‘Richie B’ Burgess joins Roadblock Radio

By Nelson A. King

Jamaican born Naeemah Senghor preparing to distribute food to the needy.

Jamaica

Bringing fresh food to the vulnerable: One woman’s act of kindness

By Milette Millington

Geoffrey Holder, third from left, receives award from UVCGB President the Rev. Dr. Roxie Morris, right, flanked by Holder's wife, Gwendolyn Holder, second from left, and Consul General Rondy "Luta" McIntosh.

People

Vincy cultural group honors outstanding eight at gala ceremony

By Nelson A. King

Owner of 'Just Because Hair Therapy Salon' Carol Thomas.

Business

Hair care pioneer Carol Thomas shares entrepreneurial insights, revolutionizing hair care in Black and Brown communities

By Tracey Khan

Pastor the Rev. Roger Jackson delivers sermon on ‘Mothers like no others.’

Brooklyn

‘Mothers like no others’: Pastor Roger Jackson

By Nelson A. King

Honorees standing with Congresswoman Yvette D. Clarke (fifth from left) and Assembly member Brian Cunningham (sixth from left).

People

NY State Assemblymember Brian Cunningham honors women

By Dawn Plummer

Dr. Olga Husbands.

People

A mother is ‘an honor, God-given privilege’: Dr. Olga Husbands

By Nelson A. King

Council Member Mercedes Narcisse (Center) with her children.

Caribbean

Caribbean pols pay special tribute to mothers

By Nelson A. King

Jamaican children's book author, Carylee Carrington.

Books

A Jamaican woman’s journey to becoming a children’s book author

By Milette Millington

Pastor the Rev. Dr. Roxie Morris and Bishop Dr. David N. McDonald offer final pose to congregants.

St Vincent

Elaborate installation ceremony for Pastor Dr. Roxie Morris

By Nelson A. King

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