Trinidad and Tobago News

Tunapuna Girls’ RC celebrates national pride

St Charles Tunapuna Girls’ Roman Catholic School held its second annual Walk-a-Thon on Saturday, wrapping up a term-long “I Love My Country” project focused on Trinidad and Tobago’s culture, heritage and responsible citizenship. The event brought students, parents and teachers into the community to promote national pride and remind adults that building a better T&T is a shared responsibility.

By Guardian

Retrieved Nov 10, 2026

Priest warns of worsening mental health crisis in T&T

A Roman Catholic priest is urging stronger community support for men facing a worsening mental health crisis in Trinidad and Tobago, linking the problem to unemployment, financial strain and violence. Father Gerard McGlone said churches need more training to help reduce stigma, respond to suicide risk and widen community-based support beyond the health system.

By Guardian

Retrieved Nov 10, 2026

I condemn Islamic institute’s call for religious bigotry in T&T

In this opinion piece, Israel B. Rajah-Khan condemns a news report about an Islamic institute advising Muslims not to say “Merry Christmas” or “Happy Diwali,” calling it religious bigotry. He argues Trinidad and Tobago is a multi-faith nation protected by constitutional freedoms, and urges Muslim leaders to reject such views.

By Guardian

Retrieved Nov 10, 2026

Caricom demands more action, faster financing at COP31

At COP31 in Türkiye, CARICOM is pushing for stronger emissions cuts, faster climate finance and a renewed commitment to keep 1.5C alive, according to CCCCCC director Dr Colin Young. The bloc is also defending special treatment for small island states and wants a fully funded, operational Loss and Damage Fund to help vulnerable Caribbean countries recover from impacts like Hurricane Melissa in Jamaica.

By Guardian

Retrieved Nov 10, 2026

Visiting tourists enjoy Divali’s culmination in Felicity

Tour operator Jesse James is urging Trinidad and Tobago to fully implement the SailClear electronic customs system, saying it would cut paperwork, make yacht arrivals easier and boost tourism, foreign exchange and jobs. He said about 70 yacht visitors from Europe and North America attended Diwali celebrations in Felicity, Chaguanas, showing strong interest in cultural tourism.

By Guardian

Retrieved Nov 10, 2026

Bodoe probes injury suffered by baby at Sando hospital hospitalHospital

Health Minister Dr Lackram Bodoe has ordered a full investigation after a baby girl developed serious hand injuries while being treated in the San Fernando Teaching Hospital NICU, with her mother saying the cause was never clearly explained and one finger may be amputated. The South West Regional Health Authority denies responsibility, saying its incubators were tested and the infant had been transferred with a severe, life-threatening infection.

By Guardian

Retrieved Nov 10, 2026

WASA blames reduced production for Olton Road water shortages

WASA says water shortages affecting Olton Road, Arima, are being caused by reduced output at the Hollis Water Treatment Plant and weak distribution infrastructure, especially in the eastern section of Olton Trace. Residents say the supply has worsened over the past year, forcing them to use tanks and bring in water from elsewhere, while WASA gave no timeline for improvements.

By Guardian

Retrieved Nov 10, 2026

IRO head: Religious leaders must not make others uncomfortable

Inter-Religious Organisation president Dr Ellis Harrison Burris urged religious leaders in Trinidad and Tobago to use courteous language and avoid discouraging respect for other faiths, after controversy over a Muslim institute warning followers against exchanging Christmas and Diwali greetings. Criminal Bar Association president Israel Khan also condemned the position, saying it clashes with the country’s constitutional protections and multi-faith traditions.

By Guardian

Retrieved Nov 10, 2026

Princes Town student allegedly beaten by school bully

Calls are mounting for the Child Protection Unit to investigate a 15-year-old Princes Town East Secondary student after another student was allegedly attacked on Friday and hospitalised with injuries needing stitches. Parents say the teen has repeatedly threatened other students, including with acid and stabbing, renewing concern over school bullying and violence in Trinidad and Tobago.

By Guardian

Retrieved Nov 10, 2026

T&T faces calls for stronger human rights protections at UN review

Trinidad and Tobago faced renewed scrutiny at the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva over trafficking, migrants’ rights, the death penalty, discrimination and gaps in its laws. Countries urged stronger protections for women, children, LGBTQ people and asylum seekers, while T&T said it would review the recommendations but said limited resources could make implementation difficult.

By Jesse Ramdeo

Retrieved Nov 10, 2026

Embattled Minister Lee says he’s not resigning

Housing Minister David Lee says he will appeal a High Court ruling that allowed criminal proceedings against him to continue over alleged tax fraud involving a Mercedes-Benz imported in 2019. He insists the decision was procedural, not a finding of guilt, and says he will remain in Cabinet despite PNM calls for his resignation.

By Guardian

Retrieved Nov 10, 2026

Ex-ODPM boss wants maritime safety strategy after latest boating accident

Former ODPM chief Dr Stephen Ramroop is urging tougher maritime safety rules and better emergency coordination after Sunday’s vessel collision off Trinidad’s north-western peninsula left people missing and others injured. He called for mandatory operator certification, stricter enforcement, life jacket use, stronger Coast Guard and ambulance response, and a national public safety strategy to prevent repeat tragedies.

By Guardian

Retrieved Nov 10, 2026

FFOS accuses successive govts of maritime negligence after latest incident

Fishermen and Friends of the Sea has urged authorities to launch a full search-and-rescue effort after Sunday’s boating collision left five people missing, while accusing successive governments of failing to address maritime safety. The group also wants an independent probe into reports that a juvenile was driving a powerful vessel at speed, and it is pressing for long-delayed fisheries laws and stricter enforcement.

By Guardian

Retrieved Nov 10, 2026

5 MISSING AT SEA

Five people, including 17-year-old Kieyanna Seechan, remain missing after a collision between two pleasure crafts off Staubles Bay, Chaguaramas, on Sunday night. The crash killed or injured several passengers, prompted a large search and rescue effort, and has renewed calls for stricter licensing and enforcement of small-vessel safety rules in Trinidad and Tobago.

By Guardian

Retrieved Nov 10, 2026

4th Tunapuna Scout Group Marks 50 Years

The 4th Tunapuna Scout Group is celebrating 50 years of teaching young people survival skills, first aid, hiking, camping and other life lessons. Leaders and former scouts say the group offers a useful alternative to screen time, helping children build confidence, friendships and values that support their development.

By Faith Cheruiyot

Retrieved Nov 10, 2026

Tobago Honours Fallen Soldiers On Remembrance Day

Tobago marked Remembrance Day at James Park in Scarborough with a service led by the Tobago Branch of the Royal Commonwealth Ex-Services League and the Tobago House of Assembly to honour islanders who served in World Wars I and II. Chief Secretary Farley Augustine laid the first wreath at the cenotaph, while the group also stressed teaching younger generations and supporting veterans’ families.

By Kandace Jackson

Retrieved Nov 9, 2026

Felicity Lights Up For Divali With Designated Traffic Route

Felicity drew crowds on Sunday night as visitors and locals toured its Divali lights, decorations and entertainment, turning the village into a major festival attraction. The Chaguanas Borough Corporation also introduced a traffic route, while officials said the celebration’s message of light, unity and togetherness is especially important now.

By Faith Cheruiyot

Retrieved Nov 9, 2026

Bands Compete In Tobago’s Single Pan Preliminaries

Three Tobago steelbands competed in the Panorama Single Pan preliminaries as Pan Trinbago judges visited the island: Metro Stars with “Jean and Dinah,” Hope Pan Groovers with “Big Truck” and Natural Mystic with “Small Pin.” Band leaders said they are confident but need more sponsorship and support to grow and secure proper facilities.

By Kandace Jackson

Retrieved Nov 9, 2026

Lee fights back, to challenge High Court decision

Housing Minister David Lee says he will appeal a High Court ruling that overturned a magistrate’s decision to discharge him after a preliminary enquiry into allegations against him, insisting the judgment was procedural and not a finding of guilt. He said his lawyers see strong grounds for appeal and that he will continue his duties as MP for Caroni Central.

By Digital Desk

Retrieved Nov 9, 2026

26 men arrested over $264,000 in maintenance

Central Division police arrested 37 people on outstanding warrants during a 24-hour intelligence-led operation under Operation R.E.S.O.L.U.T.E Shield. Most were 26 men wanted over maintenance arrears totalling $264,354.98, a matter that affects families and court enforcement across the central Trinidad region.

By Newsdesk

Retrieved Nov 9, 2026

Lee to appeal High Court ruling; no plans to resign

Housing Minister David Lee says he will appeal a High Court ruling in his ongoing legal case, insisting the decision was procedural and not a finding of guilt. Amid PNM calls for him to resign or be removed, Lee said he remains in office and will continue focusing on housing and homeownership issues.

By Newsdesk

Retrieved Nov 9, 2026

Planet ‘off the charts’: New climate warning raises alarms

A new WMO report opened at COP31 warns that 2026 is on track to be one of the hottest years on record, with record sea levels, rising ocean heat and a likely strong El Niño expected to worsen extremes into 2027. For Trinidad and Tobago, that means greater risks from flooding, coastal erosion, hotter days, storms and health threats, making preparedness and climate adaptation more urgent.

By Seigonie Mohammed

Retrieved Nov 9, 2026

Housing Minister David Lee Intends To Appeal Recent High Court Ruling

Housing Minister and Caroni Central MP David Lee says he will appeal a High Court ruling in proceedings against him, insisting it was a procedural decision and not a finding of guilt. He says the case raises due process concerns, including the use of repealed legislation and a lack of opportunity to be heard, and he plans to pursue all legal remedies.

By TTT News

Retrieved Nov 9, 2026

Central Police Arrest 37 In Warrants Exercise

Central Division police arrested 37 people over the weekend during a 24-hour warrant operation, including 26 men wanted on 43 affiliation warrants for more than $264,354 in maintenance payments. Officers also executed warrants for traffic offences, larceny, breaking and bench warrants across several communities in central Trinidad, as part of Operation: R.E.S.O.L.U.T.E Shield.

By TTT News

Retrieved Nov 9, 2026

Coast Guard Mounts Search And Rescue Operation After Collision Off North-Western Peninsula

The Trinidad and Tobago Coast Guard is searching waters off the north-western peninsula after two vessels collided on Sunday evening, leaving five people missing. Several others were rescued with non-life-threatening injuries and taken to hospital, while the TTPS Air Support Unit is helping with the search as authorities continue rescue efforts.

By TTT News

Retrieved Nov 9, 2026

COP31: Your morning brief

COP31 opened in Antalya, Türkiye, with about 70,000 registered attendees as countries and climate groups gather to negotiate action on the climate crisis. Turkey’s environment minister, Murat Kurum, urged faster action, while UN climate chief Simon Stiell criticised fossil fuels and the WMO warned heat is building in the climate system, with 2026 likely among the warmest years on record.

By Ryan Bachoo

Retrieved Nov 9, 2026

Several missing after two vessels collide off north-west peninsula

The Trinidad and Tobago Coast Guard is searching for several unaccounted-for people after two vessels collided off the north-western peninsula on Sunday evening. Some rescued passengers had non-life-threatening injuries and were taken by TTCG ambulance for medical care, while police air support is assisting the ongoing operation.

By Newsdesk

Retrieved Nov 9, 2026

Horror at sea: 37 involved in boat crash, 5 missing

Two pleasure boats collided off Chaguaramas near Point Cannings on Sunday evening, leaving at least six people injured, one vessel sunk and five passengers missing, including a 17-year-old girl. The Trinidad and Tobago Coast Guard, police and air units launched a sea-and-air search as rescued passengers were taken for medical treatment.

By Anna Ramdass

Retrieved Nov 9, 2026

Children among five missing after boats collide

Five people, including an 18-year-old man and a 17-year-old girl, remained missing after a speedboat collision near the Chaguaramas Coast Guard Base on Sunday evening. The Trinidad and Tobago Coast Guard, with police air support and search-and-rescue teams, is still searching while several injured passengers were taken for treatment.

By Digital Desk

Retrieved Nov 9, 2026

Analyst: Lee should step down

Political analyst Dr Winford James says Housing Minister David Lee should step down while fraud charges against him proceed, arguing it would uphold ethical standards and set a better example. He said the case could stain the UNC Government and leave Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar under pressure to act. Lee recently lost a court challenge tied to allegations of tax fraud over a luxury vehicle import.

By Kim Boodram

Retrieved Nov 9, 2026

2 Muslim prison officers get Appeal Court support

The Court of Appeal has allowed two Muslim prison officers, Javed Boodram and Sherwin Ramnarine, to remain at their original posts while they challenge a prison grooming rule requiring male officers to be clean shaven. The judges said the interim transfers could stay blocked because the rule may conflict with religious freedom, though they found the High Court went too far in calling the transfers punitive and illegal.

By Rickie Ramdass

Retrieved Nov 9, 2026

IRO: Religious doctrines should not stoke division

IRO head Dr Ellis Burris said a recent Islamic advisory telling Muslims not to use Christmas and Divali greetings should not cause division in Trinidad and Tobago, because different religions follow different rules. He said the guidance is an internal matter for Muslims and other faiths should understand it as a religious courtesy issue, not an attack.

By Khamarie Rodriguez

Retrieved Nov 9, 2026

Browne: US election unlikely to affect T&T energy, trade

Economist Mariano Browne said changes in the US political setup are unlikely to disrupt trade or energy ties with Trinidad and Tobago, since the US remains its biggest trading partner and still needs T&T’s oil and gas. He said the bigger concern is Venezuela, urging stronger diplomatic representation there and deeper focus on the petrochemical sector.

By Kim Boodram

Retrieved Nov 9, 2026

Alexander demands answers over TTPS’s $93m telephone bill

Homeland Security Minister Roger Alexander is demanding answers over how the TTPS accumulated more than $93 million in telephone expenses between 2021 and 2025, with the biggest bill topping $32 million in 2021-2022. He said the Government will not simply accept inherited costs without first understanding why they reached that level.

By Express

Retrieved Nov 9, 2026

Tewarie wants clubs to run top-flight League

San Juan Jabloteh chairman Nirad Tewarie says Tier 1 football clubs may need to take over the Trinidad and Tobago Premier Football League if the TTFA cannot launch the long-delayed season, which has left more than 400 players without work for about eight months. He also urged fair consultation on proposed TTFA constitutional changes, warning that club voting power could be reduced and the process must put players’ livelihoods first.

By Walter Alibey

Retrieved Nov 9, 2026