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31 Aug, 2026
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From hardship to hope
For Marcelle’ Jackson, giving is not an act born out of abundance. It is born out of memory. She remembers watching her mother struggle to provide for her and her siblings, as overdue bills and rent…
31 Aug, 2026
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Kirk Benjamin appointed Customs Commissioner
Kirk Benjamin has been appointed Chief Executive Officer and Commissioner of Customs. The Jamaica Customs Agency (JCA) announced today that Benjamin’s appointment will become effective tomorrow,…
31 Aug, 2026
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JCF bolsters school safety ahead of new term
With thousands of students set to return to the classroom, the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) says it is stepping up preparations to ensure the new school year gets off to a safe start. The JCF…
31 Aug, 2026
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Parents urged to protect children from hand, foot and mouth disease
The Westmoreland Health Department is urging parents to guard their children against hand, foot and mouth disease, amid continued reports of the viral illness. Parish Health Promotion and Education…
31 Aug, 2026
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Agriculture Ministry assists farmers impacted by bush fire in Gillard, St Elizabeth
The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining has responded to farmers affected by the recent bush fire in the Little Park/Gillard area of Pedro Plains, St Elizabeth, with the distribution of…
30 Aug, 2026
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MONEY DOWN THE DRAIN
There are fresh calls for greater accountability after more than hundreds Jamaican students failed to show up for this year’s regional examinations, with taxpayers paying the fees for some of the…
30 Aug, 2026
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Possessed by her purpose - After years of opening doors for other J’can actors, Nadean Rawlins steps through one, landing biggest role of her career
WESTERN BUREAU: For years, Nadean Rawlins has been opening doors for other people. As producer, director, talent manager, and head of RAW Management, she has pushed Jamaican actors towards auditions,…
30 Aug, 2026
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Back to school against the odds - Rural St Mary students face tough return amid flooding threat, outstanding repairs and parents struggling with costs
Daily schooling in the deep rural communities of Baxter’s Mountain and Pleasant Hill in St Mary involves more than books, pencils, uniforms and school supplies. It also requires the will to battle the…
30 Aug, 2026
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Elderly couple living in cramped cornershop
In the quiet rural district of Galloway, Westmoreland, Mickey Robinson diligently digs the foundation of the one-bedroom house he is rebuilding with the help of his son and grandson. Ten months has…