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17 Sep, 2025
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PNP deeply saddened by death of Petersfield Division councillor Patrick Forrester
The People’s National Party (PNP) says it is deeply saddened by the death of councillor for the Petersfield Division in Westmoreland, Patrick Forrester, who was killed in a crash in the parish on…
17 Sep, 2025
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St Elizabeth to review disaster risk management plan
The St Elizabeth Disaster Preparedness, Hazard Mitigation and Safety Committee will be meeting shortly to review the draft outline of the Parish Disaster Risk Management Plan. The document, developed…
17 Sep, 2025
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Without insurance, immigrant patients may face unregulated ‘medical deportation’
ALLENTOWN, PA. (AP) — Junior Clase’s cluttered kitchen table paints a picture of his life in the United States. Scattered across it are bottles of deodorant and conditioner that he sends back to the…
17 Sep, 2025
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Sean Major-Campbell | Enthronement of new Diocesan Bishop
THE SERVICE of Investiture and Enthronement of the Rt Rev Leon Golding, the 15th Diocesan Bishop of the Diocese of Jamaica and the Cayman Islands is set for Sunday, September 28 at 3:30 p.m., in the…
17 Sep, 2025
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Reclaiming our coasts from pollution
SEPTEMBER IS a month when significant global observances capture our attention on the vital ecosystems that sustain us – from celebrating the pristine beaches of Punta Caña in the Dominican Republic…
17 Sep, 2025
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Earth Today | Fires driving air quality crisis
AT A time of prevailing concerns over air quality and public health, a recent publication of the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) has warned of the dangers of fire as a significant source of…
17 Sep, 2025
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Earth Today | Forestry Department champions hiking for health, wellness
THE FORESTRY Department is encouraging Jamaicans to join the “hike life”in order boost their health and wellness amidst the demands of personal and professional life. On September 16, 2025, the…
16 Sep, 2025
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New term, new vision
Prime Minister Dr Andrew Holness on Tuesday set the agenda for his administration’s next term, emphasising the urgent need for innovative policies to accelerate Jamaica’s slow-growing economy and…
16 Sep, 2025
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Seaga backs Holness’ call for unity to move country forward
Private Sector Organisation of Jamaica (PSOJ) President Metry Seaga has joined Prime Minister Dr Andrew Holness in urging the opposition People’s National Party (PNP) to engage in meaningful…