High-tech gun war

WESTERN BUREAU: The war on guns is going high tech as Columbus Business Solutions (CBS), in collaboration with the Jamaica Constabulary Force and the Ministry of National Security, fights to find funding for a technology capable of preventing gun crimes....

I'd carry 'Dudus' again - Miller

DESPITE facing the perils of prison if convicted for harbouring a fugitive and attempting to pervert the course of justice, the Reverend Al Miller says he would transport Christopher 'Dudus' Coke if he were confronted...

Invest in your kids - Thwaites

EDUCATION MINISTER Ronald Thwaites is urging parliamentarians to join hands and send a strong message to parents that they must invest in the education of their children."Contribution to the child's education is something that every family...

'Chilling' at tranquil Heroes Park

National Heroes Park, recently named the National Labour Day Project for 2012, is a tranquil place, almost deserted at times; but you will always find a mix of regular visitors and newcomers. The Gleaner went by yesterday to see who was making use of the expanse...

Dead St James teen was murder suspect

WESTERN BUREAU:As detectives continue to unravel the homicide of a 17-year-old male whose body was found in Hanover on Sunday, it has emerged that the deceased was a suspect in a murder case in his home parish...

'Don't mortgage Jamaica's future'

ROLLING THE pitch for what appears to be the start of a tough innings on May 24 when he makes his opening Budget Debate presentation, Finance Minister Dr Peter Phillips yesterday spoke bluntly about the crippling...

Supporting AIDS fight with a sweet aroma

The sweet aroma of the combination of fragrances swirling in the air was intoxicating. Fresh Brewed Coffee, Blueberry Muffin, Juicy Pineapple, Strawberry, Honeydew Melon, Coconut Blast, Peppermint, Tea Tree, Cucumber Melon, Lavender, Mango Papaya, Vanilla Passion...

State wards to receive COJO scholarships

Three wards of the state are slated to receive scholarships from the Gary Williams-headed Children of Jamaica Outreach (COJO) when the New York-based non-profit hosts a scholarship luncheon in the island next Tuesday. GraceKennedy Group Chief Executive...

Missing teen found dead

Spanish Town High School in St Catherine was left in gloom yesterday following the discovery of the decomposing body of 16-year-old student Shanique Hazel."We are saddened by the news that the student who went missing...

Calabar to open museum in Sept

The entire collection of memorabilia once owned by the late Dr Herb McKenley is to be showcased at the Calabar High School Museum of Achievement.The museum is being built in commemoration of Calabar's 100th anniversary...

Collaborating for change

It was truly a lovely day at Parliament! Starting on time, presenters shared data and their perspectives uninterruptedly, one after another, speaking within their strictly enforced allotted time slots...

St Catherine's drains in need of urgent attention

Approximately $3.5 million is needed to undertake a massive drain-cleaning programme in the Mount Industry division in North East St Catherine. With the start of the 2012 hurricane season just over two weeks away...

Major changes produce improved performance at JC

Ruel Reid, principal of Jamaica College (JC), has pledged to shift the transformational agenda at the Old Hope Road-based institution to new heights. He notes that over the past six years there have been phenomenal changes at the school under...

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