LETTER OF THE DAY: Urban factors and rising food prices
The Editor, Sir: I wish to direct the Consumer Affairs Commission (CAC) to the article written by Martin Henry in The Sunday Gleaner of April 27. I also extend my own caution that persons and now a government agency are over-simplifying own-grown food supply as a viable option...
Last laugh for Phinn?
The Editor, Sir: Pastor Phinn, whose much-circulated prophecy that the Portia Simpson Miller-led People's National Party (PNP) would win at the polls may now, if only theoretically, have credence. Don Robotham's article in The Sunday Gleaner of April 27...
The rules of engagement
The Editor, Sir: Your editorial of April 28 regarding recent statements by the opposition spokesman on Finance is quite interesting. Among his several faults, Dr Omar Davies must now add breaking his own rule. You have rightfully explored the potential negative impacts...
What about the disabled?
The Editor, Sir: In response to an article by Dr Garth Rattray titled 'Shot and injured' published in the April 21 edition of The Gleaner, I am using this medium to convey my story, which I think strengthens and complements Dr Rattray's article...
House of Hope
The Editor, Sir: The Hope House of Tomorrow was founded in Colgate in 1991 by me, my mother, and stepfather. We spent years in your country loving the people and culture of the island. The home was later moved to Lime Hall in St Ann. When the home was closed, most of the children...
Late-night noise
The Editor, Sir: On Friday, April 25, there was a stage show at Constant Spring football field - right next to the police station. I live in Stony Hill - three miles away - and was unable to sleep because of the noise which went on till at least 3 a.m. ...
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