Vendor 'Billy' preparing for Christmas
It's getting pretty close to Christmas and, like any prudent shoes and sunglasses peddler, William Williams, who quite sensibly has been going by the moniker 'Billy' since he was a child, is making big preparations. "How you mean, man? Den mi nuh mus prepare up fi di Chrismus?...
Promising results at Montego Bay High
WESTERN BUREAU: The Montego Bay High School has done a tremendous job not only in academics, but also in extra-curricular activities. This was highlighted at the annual ceremony held at the school last Thursday. One of the top performing schools in the Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate ...
Give with caution this Christmas - Con men seeking donation for fake church programmes
With the Christmas holidays fast approaching, the Anglican Church is warning of the scams of some individuals attempting to deceive unsuspecting members of the public in the name of the Church. With the season being a time when a large segment of the society are often in the mood...
Holness wants Grade Four test to go national
Education Minister Andrew Holness has reinforced the Ministry of Education's commitment to literacy. He was speaking at the re-opening of an expanded Sangster's Book Store in the Mall Plaza in St. Andrew on Tuesday. Mr. Holness said there was a challenge to get parents as committed...
Preventing motor vehicle theft during the holidays
The Christmas season is upon us and many are looking forward to weeks of fun and frolicking. But in the midst of all the excitement, there are things that have to be considered in terms of protecting one's property or possessions. Motor vehicles are extremely vulnerable ...
Jamaica elected to be member of International Maritime Organisation (IMO)
Jamaica was elected to the Council of the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) at its 25th session held recently in London, England. The IMO is the United Nations specialised agency with responsibility for the safety and security of shipping and the prevention of marine...
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