PM Mitchell off to US for diaspora and SGU engagements
Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell will be out of state from Friday May 15 through Tuesday May 19 for a series of diaspora and official engagements in the United States, including the St George’s University School of Medicine Commencement and the Spice Excellence Awards. Source: NOW Grenada, May 15, 2026.
Andy Williams to act as Prime Minister
Hon. Andy Williams, Minister for Mobilisation, Implementation and Transformation, will act as Prime Minister until Mitchell’s return on Tuesday May 19, the Office of the Prime Minister confirmed. Source: NOW Grenada, May 15, 2026.
Spice Excellence Awards to honour 12 outstanding Grenadians
Twelve Grenadians will be formally recognised at the Spice Excellence Awards this weekend in the United States, celebrating contributions to culture, innovation and entrepreneurship across the diaspora. Source: NOW Grenada, May 15, 2026.
Willis Road rehabilitation slips to fourth quarter
The EC$21.1 million Willis Road Rehabilitation Project is now scheduled to be completed by the fourth quarter of 2026, according to Prime Minister Mitchell, who has also flagged a CARIFTA-host follow-through and ongoing bridge construction across the island. Source: The New Today, May 2026.
Veteran journalist Linda Straker remembered
Tributes continue for veteran Grenadian journalist Linda Straker, with NOW Grenada and the OPM marking her legacy as “a voice of professionalism, knowledge and fearless communication” dedicated to truthful reporting. Source: NOW Grenada, May 2026.