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12 Nov, 2025
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Crazy driving to offer relief to hurricane survivors?
THE EDITOR, Madam: I make this appeal to persons to drive sensibly even as they travel to help people in the western parishes in the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa. We know that going as a group,…
12 Nov, 2025
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Growth & Jobs | Be wary of seasonal spending traps
AS ONE of the most intense shopping periods draws near, consumers are being urged to approach deals with care, as some promotions might overstate discounts, be misleading or fraudulent. This is a…
12 Nov, 2025
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His brother’s keeper
Spontaneous tears streamed down Shea Stewart’s face after he saw Hurricane Melissa’s devastation firsthand in western and southern Jamaica. The caterer and chef had been moved to take action a week…
12 Nov, 2025
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Something Extra | Thursday
Lights, camera, Kelly! The red carpet was rolled out at The Egyptian Theater on Tuesday for the premiere of Jay Kelly. Starring George Clooney as a movie star confronting his past on a journey through…
12 Nov, 2025
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Practical measures for the rebuilding process
THE EDITOR, Madam: It seems to me that during the rebuilding process in the hardest hit parishes, the Government should give serious consideration to allocating a portion of funds donated to…
12 Nov, 2025
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Letter of the Day | The preventable flood in Buff Bay
THE EDITOR, Madam: Flooding was a significant contributor to the devastation following the passage of Hurricane Melissa. But how many of these floods were preventable with proper planning and risk…
12 Nov, 2025
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SSP Diaries | Protecting our lifeline in the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa
I HAVE seen death and destruction throughout my life but what has been experienced in Western Jamaica because of Hurricane Melissa cannot be described in mere words. The loss of life, the greatest of…
12 Nov, 2025
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What of educators in the Hurricane Melissa aftermath?
THE EDITOR, Madam: Everyone seems focused on the reopening of schools. The Government insists, principals echo the call, and many agree that children need to return quickly for their own good. But…
12 Nov, 2025
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Ex-soldier allegedly held with illegal gun
The police arrested an ex-Jamaica Defence force (JDF) soldier on Wednesday morning after he was allegedly held in a bar with an illegal firearm. Reports reaching The Gleaner are that about 12:18…