Janet Silvera/Gleaner Writer

Laura Littlebear, vice president, Greater Good Charities.
December 9, 2025 by Janet Silvera

Bees of hope

When Hurricane Melissa flattened crops and stripped Jamaica’s hillsides bare, few thought about the smallest victims – the bees. But for Laura Littlebear of Greater Good Charities, saving these…
Residents scramble to get gasolene for their vehicles, generators and the like at Total gas station, Savanna-la-Mar, Westmoreland, on October 31.
December 9, 2025 by Janet Silvera

Cash proves it’s king in aftermath of Melissa

WESTERN BUREAU: When Fernando Davis stepped out last Saturday morning, four days after Hurricane Melissa battered Jamaica, he thought recovery had begun…with money in his account, a charged phone, and…
Gregory McMichael at the S Hotel in Montego Bay, St James.
December 9, 2025 by Janet Silvera

Hotel gets ‘10-star’ praise amid hurricane

WESTERN BUREAU: When Hurricane Melissa howled through Montego Bay, St James, most of the tourism capital’s guests prayed for safety. Gregory McMichael got something more – comfort, care, and the calm…
The three top chefs at the Atlanta Marriott Marquis, headed by Executive Chef Rohan Leach (right), who is originally from Portland; Executive Sous Chef Akieme Evans (centre), and Senior Banquet Chef Pamela Daniels.
December 9, 2025 by Janet Silvera

J’can executive chef, Rohan Leach, serves up excellence in Atlanta

WESTERN BUREAU: When guests walk into the grand atrium of the Atlanta Marriott Marquis, few realise that behind the scenes of its bustling restaurants, banquet halls, and 5,000-seat ballroom is a…
Delicious jerk-marinated lamb chops with potato-pumpkin purée and garlic-buttered vegetables on display during a cooking class at the Hyatt Ziva and Zilara Montego Bay on Tuesday.
December 9, 2025 by Janet Silvera

Women stirring the pot of change at Hyatt Ziva and Zilara

WESTERN BUREAU: The scent of jerk spice filled the terrace at Hyatt Ziva and Zilara Montego Bay, but something far richer was simmering, a story of perseverance, empowerment, and Jamaican pride.…
A Cornwall College cadet participating in the flag ceremony during the proclamation event.
December 9, 2025 by Janet Silvera

Oct 4 belatedly proclaimed ‘Mount Alvernia Chetwood Day’ in MoBay

WESTERN BUREAU: Sam Sharpe Square in Montego Bay was the backdrop for a poignant moment on Wednesday as Mayor Richard Vernon proclaimed October 4 as Mount Alvernia Chetwood Day. The occasion, part of…
From left: Kiwanis Club of Providence breast cancer run chair, Nadine Spence; former Kiwanis Governor, Godfrey Dyer; President of the Club, Barbara Grizzle; Frank Sondern, regional director, Riu Resorts Jamaica; Javier Garcia, general manager, Riu Montego
December 9, 2025 by Janet Silvera

RIU Resorts pumps $1.5 million into Kiwanis Breast Cancer Run and Walk 2025

WESTERN BUREAU: Breast cancer remains one of Jamaica’s most personal and painful battles, a disease that has touched countless mothers, daughters, sisters, and even men. It’s a fight that tests…
The jerk chicken sushi roll.
December 9, 2025 by Janet Silvera

Where sushi meets Scotch bonnet

WESTERN BUREAU: At the Boardwalk Shopping Village along Norman Manley Boulevard in Negril — Jamaica’s Capital of Casual — a quiet culinary revolution is unfolding. It’s here that Matthew Wallace,…
The Sandals executive team at the World Travel Awards in St Lucia last Saturday night.
December 9, 2025 by Janet Silvera

Jamaica dominates World Travel Awards

WESTERN BUREAU: Jamaica’s tourism juggernaut continued its reign at the World Travel Awards (WTA) on Saturday night, capturing an impressive 45 honours, 29 regional Caribbean awards and 16 national…