Author: SAMUEL
Residents of the Mountain View Towers in Denver near Federal Boulevard say crossing the street is a daily risk, especially for seniors and people with disabilities. “It’s not safe being in a wheelchair, trying to cross Federal nowadays,” said Jill Hanson, a longtime resident. For years, residents have asked for safer crosswalks along the busy corridor. But it wasn’t until late last year — after a resident was killed while crossing — that their concerns turned into urgent demands. “When we lose one resident, that one resident is one too many,” said Lisa Smith, a service coordinator at Mountain View…
This week Colorado is enjoying a break from the heat with a cooler and wetter weather pattern. A First Alert Weather Day has been issued due to the increased risk for localized flooding. An active weather pattern is expected across much of the state this week, bringing daily chances for rain and thunderstorms, especially along the I-25 corridor and in the high country. Temperatures are also expected to remain below normal. In the Denver metro area daytime highs will be in the low 70s on Monday. The highest potential for widespread showers and storms arrives Monday afternoon. Storms are expected…
Ghana’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, Hon. Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has hailed President John Dramani Mahama’s State Visit to Singapore as “historic,” describing it as a turning point in Ghana–Singapore relations. Speaking at the Singapore Business Federation, Ghana–Singapore Business Dialogue 2025, under the theme “Forging Partnerships for Sustainable Economic Growth,” Ablakwa conveyed President Mahama’s appreciation for the warm hospitality extended by Singapore’s leaders and people. “For the first time in our nation’s history, a Ghanaian President has been invited on a State Visit to Singapore. This is a historic week, and it is clear that Ghana and Singapore are ready to…
The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has refuted claims by the Importers and Exporters Association of Ghana (IEAG) that Customs officials failed to follow due procedures in the auctioning of perishable goods at the ports. According to a statement dated Thursday, August 27, 2025, the Authority described as “erroneous” suggestions that importers are entitled to 60 days to clear perishable cargo. Quoting Section 53(3)(a) of the Customs Act, 2015 (Act 891), the GRA explained that perishable goods may be disposed of through public auction after 21 days if unclaimed. “Perishable goods are treated differently from non-perishables and vehicles under the Customs…
Linda Ocloo, the Greater Accra Regional Minister and Member of Parliament for the Shai-Osudoku Constituency delivered a critical assessment of her MMDCEs’ performance, emphasizing accountability as a central tenet of the government’s “Reset Agenda.” During a joint “Meet the Press” encounter, the Minister stated her dismay at the “level of inefficiency and complacency” observed among local authorities. “Excuses are nothing but an embarrassment to the people we serve,” she said, calling on MMDCEs to transition from enjoying office perks to delivering results. The Minister’s address centered on three critical areas of concern: streetlights, sanitation, and regulatory enforcement. On the subject…
The Bulk Energy Storage and Transportation Limited Company (BOST) has officially rebranded to BOST Energies, signalling a new phase in the company’s operations as it aligns itself with Ghana’s energy transition agenda. The announcement was made during BOST’s 2025 Annual General Meeting (AGM), held at the company’s head office in Accra. The meeting brought together key stakeholders, including the Minister for Energy and Green Transition, the Director-General of the State Interests and Governance Authority (SIGA), the CEO of the National Petroleum Authority, and representatives from the Ministry of Finance, Ghana Audit Service, and BOST’s Board and management. Delivering the keynote…
The National Weather Service issued a flood advisory for Denver International Airport on Tuesday evening. The advisory was in effect until 7:15 p.m. The advisory was also in effect for parts of eastern Arapahoe County and Adams County. Strong thunderstorms produced 1 to 2 inches of heavy rain in a very short period of time across approximately a 22 mile stretch from Aurora and Denver’s airport up into southern Weld County. In addition to the advisory, Denver International Airport also had a ground stop order. The Federal Aviation Administration website indicated the ground stop was in effect for departing flights…
The Powerball jackpot is approaching the $1 billion mark for Saturday night’s drawing. It’s at an estimated $950 million after no tickets came up winners for Wednesday night’s jackpot of roughly $850 million — the game’s sixth-largest ever at the time. Those winning numbers were 9, 12, 22, 41, 61 with a Powerball of 25. The estimated cash value of Saturday night’s pot of gold is $428.9 million. Wednesday’s had an estimated cash value of $383.7 million, Powerball said. All the totals are before taxes are taken out. Jackpots can grow as more and more tickets are gobbled up. The…
An Alabama death row inmate’s murder conviction has been called into question by recent forensic tests that show another man’s DNA on the victim’s body. Decades after he was originally found guilty and sentenced, a federal judge ordered a new trial for Christopher Barbour in a ruling last week. Barbour, ow 56, was convicted in the 1992 deadly stabbing of Thelma Bishop Roberts in Montgomery. His confession, in which Barbour admitted to helping another man rape Roberts before killing her, was a key part of the state’s case against him. But court documents show he later recanted and has long…
The Director-General of the Liberia National Lottery Authority, Hon. Peter L. Solo, has commended the National Lottery Authority (NLA) of Ghana for its outstanding leadership in the gaming industry, its dedication to operational excellence, transparency, and support for good causes. Hon. Peter L. Solo, together with the Deputy Director-General of Liberia, Hon. Richlue O. Burphy, and some Directors of the Liberian NLA, paid a working visit to the NLA Ghana on Wednesday, August 27. Hon. Peter L. Solo, who was recently appointed as the Director-General, expressed his high regard for the Authority’s remarkable achievements and said he thought it essential…