Shooting for change - Inner-city teens picture themselves in positive light
Picture this. Twenty teenagers from four of Kingston's most volatile neighbourhoods are sitting together discussing their differences. Instead of raised voices and bodies bristling with anger, they're talking peace and deciding how they can work with each other....
Altercation lands cop four-year sentence
Special Corporal Leonard Nelson, who had 25 years' service in the police force, was on Friday sentenced to four years' imprisonment for inflicting grievous bodily harm.Nelson, 43, had used a baton to hit a man in the face.
Jamaicans urged to reduce mental health stigma
Rudyard Spencer, minister of health and environment, is urging Jamaicans to get involved in efforts to raise awareness about mental illnesses. Celebrations for Mental Health Week began Sunday. The week is being observed under the theme, 'Making Mental Health a Jamaican Priority...
Transfers questioned
WESTERN BUREAU: Following the announced transfer of Superintendent Steve McGregor, the Montego Bay Chamber of Commerce will be requesting that a greater level of consultation with the community be done before such moves are effected...
Exploring La Jolla, California
There are many beautiful attractions for the visitor to San Diego, California, to enjoy. A ride across the beautiful Coronado Bridge is exciting (if you are not thinking about the possibility that it could break in two while you are still on it)....
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