Leonora’s Historic Upgrade Begins | Guyana News

Guyana News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 4, 2026 · 1m

Leonora, a historic West Coast village with roots in sugar estates and rich cultural heritage, is set for a major transformation under the government’s Model Villages initiative. Wider roads, upgraded drainage, new street lighting, parks, and security cameras are coming — plus 15 new bus sheds to serve schools, offices, and businesses. Fire safety will improve too, with hydrants rising from six to nineteen. The project aims to modernize while honoring tradition, even upgrading recently built roads. But before construction starts, officials must clear public spaces of abandoned vehicles and…