“[…] The deaths of Maxie Assee and Mary Trotman saw an outpouring of love and appreciation to two outstanding Arimians who dedicated their lives to the promotion and development of young people, and to the entire community of Arima. “These unlettered heroes were sterling examples of human decency, working for …
Read More »Ford: why Olympic track star, Dr Cliff Bertrand, represents the best of Arima sport
“[…] Like Shelly [Gomes], let’s all sing our praises in memory of another great native of Arima, Dr Cliff Bertrand, trusting that his death will not be forgotten but instead bring about a rebirth of sports in the only Royal Chartered Borough in Trinidad and Tobago…” The following Letter to …
Read More »Ex-Mayor: Arima was always so proud of Sheldon Gomes—rest in peace
“[…] Arima was always proud of this versatile son of the soil who hailed from a sporting family that also produced West Indies cricketer Larry Gomes, his younger brother, while his elder brother, the late Lester Gomes, who was well known in lawn tennis circles…” The following is a tribute …
Read More »“He can take us to higher level!” Pro League champion coach King joins TTSL’s FC Santa Rosa
The Pro League 2017 champion winning coach, Derek King, will ply his trade in the Trinidad and Tobago Super League (TTSL) this season, after he was unveiled as the new FC Santa Rosa head coach in a media conference at the Arima Town Hall this morning. “It is a pleasure …
Read More »Dear Editor: Enough! Time for Arima to walk the talk and stop criminals in their tracks
“The anti-violence walk has now been transformed into the more positive ‘Arima Walk for Peace’ and the timeliness of the call to Arima people to join with us—this hits a raw nerve—will be seen tomorrow when we expect to actively involve many hundreds of ordinary, decent, hard-working people in a …
Read More »Former Arima mayor: Referees damage communities when they boycott football matches
“The point is, the referees must understand that emotions will be high depending on their errors and whoever behaves in a manner contrary to the rules and regulations will stand the consequences. But the game must never, never suffer.” Former Arima mayor and MP Ashton Ford criticises protest action by …
Read More »Fenwick poised to take over North East Stars, will move club to Arima Velodrome
Terry Fenwick looks set for a sensational return to the Pro League with increased powers to boot, as the successful and combative English coach declared that he will lead North East Stars into battle for the 2017 season. The deal, according to Fenwick, would give the former San Juan Jabloteh …
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