Flashpoint announces Poster Competition

May-09-2008
It is competition time again. Art lovers can get their piece of the action by participating in the Flashpoint Film Festival Poster Competition. The posters are to illustrate a central theme from one of the three Jamaican feature films premiering at...

How to change my father 's property into my name?

May-09-2008
Name: John May Question: I would like to know how to change my father's land into my name he has passed away and left a Will. I am a UK resident but the land is still in his name. Should I contact the land registry office to put it in my name?...

Flashpoint tickets available online

May-09-2008
Flashpoint Film Festival goers can secure their tickets online by taking advantage of the discounted early bird special available at IslandStubs.com. Early bird season band tickets for $5000 will be on sale until Saturday, May 24, after which...

How can I change the Title to my name?

May-07-2008
Name: Annette Question: My father passed away 4 years ago. In his Will he left the land to his 5 children, naming me as the executor of his estate. I have the Title of the land in my possession, which is still in his name. I would like to change...

Global Day of Prayer

May-07-2008
  Jamaica joins millions of christian worldwide in Global Dy of Prayer   WHO: Global Day of Prayer Secretariat (Co-chaired by Jamaica Youth For Christ & Prayer 2000) in association with the Umbrella Groups of Churches in...

Applications available for Guardian Life Ltd A-Graders GSAT scholarships

May-07-2008
Applications are now being accepted for the Guardian Life Ltd A-Graders GSAT scholarships. The two scholarships go to the boy and girl who have earned the highest marks from among the pool of children/wards of Guardian Life’s policy holders. The...

School honours retired Principal
Rasbert Turner, Gleaner Writer
May-07-2008
The school grounds of Time and Patient Primary in St. Catherine was transformed into a colourful setting as parents, teachers and students honoured the past Principal Ruby ‘Aunt Ruby’ Blake. The occasion saw items of songs, skits, and plays in...

How can I change the Title to my name?

May-07-2008
Name: Annette Question: My father passed away 4 years ago. In his Will he left the land to his 5 children, naming me as the executor of his estate. I have the Title of the land in my possession, which is still in his name. I would like to change...

I need a lawyer for land.

May-06-2008
Name: Robin Lynch Question:I need a lawyer for land. Answer:Please specify whether it is in relation to the buying and selling of land or a litigation matter. RATTRAY, PATTERSON, RATTRAYAttorney-at-Law15 Caledonia AvenueKingston...

Female officers form new society
Rasbert Turner, Gleaner Writer
May-06-2008
The Jamaica female police members now have an association known as The Jamaica Association of Women Police to deal specifically with their welfare. The association was officially launched at the Jamaica Police Academy in Twickenham Park, St....

What documents do I need to register a business name?

May-05-2008
Name: Jason Question:What documents do I need to register a business name (partner) and to apply for a spirit license? Answer:Please check the website of the Companies Office of Jamaica - www.orcjamaica.com - for the forms and information...

PM urge savers to mobilise savings into investment

May-05-2008
Prime Minister Bruce Golding said while the country has done well to build up a culture and network of savings, mechanisms are now needed to mobilise those savings into investment options that can produce goods and services and create jobs.  He...

US Embassy resumes Walk-in Visa Reissuance

May-05-2008
On Monday afternoons starting April 28, the United States Embassy will resume Walk-in Visa Reissuance for persons already holding a B1/B2 multiple-entry visitor's visa.  No appointments will be needed for this service.  The first 450...

Medical students host health symposium
Rasbert Turner, Gleaner Writer
May-05-2008
The GC Foster College for Physical Education was buzzing with activities as medical students held a Health Symposium on HIV/AIDS recently.   The students, who are completing their degrees, had several sections of the subject surrounding ...

Buying Land? Benefit from the NHT’s Cluster Housing Policy for groups

May-02-2008
NHT Contributors can now come together and apply to buy a piece of land which can be further sub-divided into individual lots for which each applicant will have his or her own title. Below are some questions and answers on the new facility, known as...

Can a fictitious will be challenged after 2 years?

May-02-2008
Name: Stephen James Question: Can a fictitious will be challenged after 2 years? Answer: Yes, a fictitious will can be challenged once it has not been probated and the estate administered on.  Please speak to an Attorney to discuss this...

What are the procedures to purchase property in Negril?

May-01-2008
Name: Sandy Question: I wish to purchase property in Negril. What are the procedures? I am anAmerican citizen who plans to relocate to Negril.  Answer: To purchase property in Jamaica, you would have to retain the services of an Attorney...

The 5th Annual Summer Sizzle Jerk and Caribbean Culture Festival 2008 - Celebrates Food Music and Entertainment

May-01-2008
When: Memorial Day, Monday May 26, 2008Where: Meyer Amphitheater, downtown West Palm Beach, FloridaTime: Gates open at 1pm – 10 pmAdmission: $10 at the gate, $7 Presold (visit our website for more...

Rotary Club gives to Mandeville hospital
Angelo Laurence, Gleaner Writer
Apr-30-2008
The Rotary Club of Mandeville through its outreach programme donated beds and chairs to the Mandeville Regional Hospital recently. The hospital, which serves patients from as far away as Westmoreland and St. Ann, was given 23 beds and five...

How can I get the documents for my house?

Apr-30-2008
Name: Sandra Several years ago I bought a house cash from a family friend. I had not seen or heard from him since. No legal paper work was done except a piece of paper signed by several witnesses saying that he received the money for the property....

Surviving the Corporate Jungle
Keresa Arnold and Leethan Grandison, Youthlink Writers
Apr-30-2008
Some of the participants who turn out for Surviving the Corporate Jungle, organised by Success Jamaica Carina Cockburn and Laura Butler.  In today’s high-pressure work environment, it is not unusual for conflicts to arise between our values...

Surviving the Corporate Jungle
Keresa Arnold and Leethan Grandison, Youthlink Writers
Apr-30-2008
Some of the participants who turn out for Surviving the Corporate Jungle, organised by Success Jamaica Carina Cockburn and Laura Butler.  In today’s high-pressure work environment, it is not unusual for conflicts to arise between our values...

Take Me Away - A Musical Escapade
Kerry-Ann Bercher, Gleaner Online Writer,
Apr-29-2008
'Simply spectacular' would be the fitting words to describe Richie Stevens’ annual ‘Take Me Away’ concert, a Gleaner-sponsored event, held at the National Indoor Sports Centre last Sunday. The legendary Richie Stevens never failed to please as he...

How can our names get on the house title?

Apr-24-2008
Name: Tappa Bounty Question: My father died leaving two of us. He did not leave a will, how can we proceed to get our names on the house title? Answer: If you are the legally entitled beneficiaries in your father's estate, then a Grant of...

Schools get new furniture
Elgin Taylor, Gleaner Writer
Apr-23-2008
Several principals from the St. Catherine Principals' Association have expressed their satisfaction on receiving needed furniture for their institutions. The schools include Browns Hall Primary, Ginger Ridge All Age, Bellas Gate All Age, Bois...

Choc'late to perform at Western Consciousness

Apr-23-2008
On Sunday 13th April, 2008 Choc'late Allen of Trinidad and Tobago played her part well by assisting the organizers of The 'Sisters to Sisters Mediathon' to raise a total of $9 Million Jamaican Dollars (TT$816,428.58). This historical event...

Yute X Conference Announces Song Writing, Drama Competition
Leethan Grandison, Youthlink Writer
Apr-23-2008
The Yute X Conference has announced that it is currently accepting song lyrics and 30-word synopses of drama pieces for showcasing at its conference to be held at the Knutsford Court Hotel from Wednesday, May 7 to Friday, May 9. Young persons from...

British High Commission donates millions
Devon Evans, Gleaner Writer
Apr-23-2008
The British High Commission has committed more than $8.6 million to support institutional strengthening and training for 25 Jamaican non-governmental organisations. The project, which will be undertaken in collaboration with the council of...

Caribbean businesses sponsor Zaidie Cup

Apr-23-2008
Grace Kennedy Remittance Services/ Western Union, Super Clubs, JN International Money Transfer, Air Jamaica, Virtual Enterprise, Decco Designs and Jamaicans.com, have all signed on to sponsor the 2008 Ziadie Memorial Cup Soccer Match. The...

How to get a Certificate of Title for a property?

Apr-23-2008
Name: Etlzone Question: I am living in the United States and would like to know how to get aCertificate of Title for a property I own in Greater Portmore. Answer: It depends on whether the property is unregistered land and you are making an...

Treasure chest competition

Apr-22-2008
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How do I proceed after the developer dies?

Apr-22-2008
Name: Rolston Dennis Question:  I paid a contractor money to build a house for me on a large scheme he was developing. The contractor has died and the development has stopped. I have receipts, but how do I proceed with sorting this matter...

Councillors to assist Woodside School for the Deaf
Angella Chin, Gleaner Writer
Apr-21-2008
Councillor for the Spauldings Division, Richard Azan highlighted the plight of the School for the Deaf at Woodside District, during the Clarendon Parish Council monthly meeting recently. Burglars plagued the school frequently, the last incident...

St. Mary welcomes JCDC Food Festival

Apr-21-2008
It was no ordinary event at the Grays Inn Sports Complex in Annotto Bay St. Mary last Friday when the Jamaica Cultural Development Commission (JCDC) Festival of Foods, for the Northern Region, landed in the parish. The extraordinary event brought...

Food For The Poor To Furnish Shelters

Apr-17-2008
Multinational Aid Organization Food for the Poor (FFTP) has announced its intention to furnish whatever shelters are built from the funds to be raised by the Sisters to Sisters Mediathon, held Sunday April 13 at the studios of the...

Prime Minister donates computers

Apr-17-2008
Prime Minister, Bruce Golding donated 10 brand new computers to Mary’s Child, home for pregnant teenagers.   Mr. Golding expressed the government’s appreciation to Cable and Wireless, which he said responded to his call to purchase the...

PIOJ relocates to Oxford Road

Apr-17-2008
The Government’s foremost planning agency the Planning Institute of Jamaica (PIOJ) will be relocating its office to the PIOJ building, located at 16 Oxford Road, Kingston 5.   The former US embassy building (Consular Section) will now be...

Government to pursue strategy for Small Business sector

Apr-16-2008
Prime Minister Bruce Golding said the government is pursuing a deliberate strategy to promote and support the development of the small, medium and micro (SMME) enterprise sector. This will help to build the country’s ability to absorb the benefits...

Sisters to Sisters mediathon raise over $9 million

Apr-15-2008
The Sisters to Sisters mediathon have raised more than $9 million in pledges to date, in support of the building of shelters for battered women, and the Women's Centre of Jamaica Foundation. Three organisations made pledges of $1 million and under....

Good Samaritan Inn embraces the homeless
Fiona Dixon, Online Gleaner Writer
Apr-15-2008
   EJC President, Pastor Adrian Cotterell gives food to the homeless          Photo: Contributed Hundreds of Jamaica’s homeless can now benefit from the Good Samaritan Inn, located...

Bloggersfest 2008 - Final fete

Apr-15-2008
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Edna Manley school hosts career expo
Rose Dewar, Gleaner Writer
Apr-14-2008
A number of high students from across the island attended the one-day career expo at the Edna Manley School of Performing Arts, last Friday.   The visiting students gathered in the huge out-door hall on the campus, where they joined in a...

Veteran cardiologist receives national honour

Apr-14-2008
Veteran cardiologist, Professor Charles Edgerton Denbow will be conferred with the Order of Distinction in the rank of Commander (C.D.), in recognition of his distinguished service in the field of medicine and particularly the teaching of...

24th Annual Elsa Goveia Memorial Lecture

Apr-11-2008
The 24th annual Elsa Goveia Memorial Lecture is entitled “The Fortifications of Jamaica in their Caribbean Context” is being hosted by the Department of History and Archaeology, the UWI, Mona. Professor David Buisseret will deliver the lecture on...

Jamaica Diaspora spreads message at Soccer match

Apr-10-2008
In a drive to educate Jamaicans living in South Florida, the Jamaican Diaspora Foundation will extend its message of collaboration and communication in the diaspora on Saturday April 26th, at the 4th Annual Dennis Ziadie Cup Soccer Match. All...

Past student gives gift to school
Elgin Taylor, Gleaner Writer
Apr-09-2008
A benevolent past student of Planters Hall All Age and Infant School in St. Catherine presented the institution with an assortment of items for the Home Economics department recently. Sandra Baleera, and her brother Douglas Morgan who resides...

Post Cabinet Press Briefing Postponed

Apr-09-2008
The weekly post-Cabinet Press Briefing will not on Wednesday, 9th April 2008.   The Cabinet will instead be meeting tomorrow afternoon at 4 p.m.to continue preparation for the Budget Presentation which will be opened by the Honourable Audley...

Schizophrenia- misunderstood but treatable

Apr-09-2008
Schizophrenia is a serious and challenging medical illness. According to reports from the Ministry of Health, it affects more than 10,000 individuals in Jamaica, which resulted in 1.2 percent of the world’s population. It is characterised by...

The people's view at the recent Small Business Expo
Fiona Dixon, Online Gleaner Writer
Apr-09-2008
The Go-local team visited the Small Business Expo held recently at the Hilton hotel, to hear the views of the public, their thoughts and expectations of the event. Lorna: Receptionist“I am not in business but I expect to get some information...

School honours retired teachers
Angella Chin, Gleaner Writer
Apr-07-2008
The Old Harbour High School recently honoured 11 retired staff members who had accumulated over 317 years of service with the institution. The red carpet affair had the retirees wined and dined at the Ascot Hall, in Old Harbour, St. Catherine....

Minister Grange launches Sisters to Sisters Mediathon

Apr-07-2008
Females opening their arms and offering assistance to other females is the theme of ‘Sisters to Sisters’, an all female mediathon scheduled for Sunday April 13, 2008. Launched at Women’s Centre Foundation of Jamaica Head Office on Thursday,...

Government to boost agriculture
Nedburn Thaffe, Gleaner Writer
Apr-04-2008
The government is making plans to boost agriculture production in Jamaica for the 2008/2009 financial year. State Minister in Local Government, Robert Montague said as part of the plans to improve agriculture, the government will be focusing on...

Community hosts health expo
Angella Chin, Gleaner Writer
Apr-04-2008
The Mineral Heights Citizens' Association in partnership with the National Housing Trust (NHT) staged a one day health expo on the grounds of the Nazarene Church Hall in the heart of the Housing Scheme recently. Mr. Albert Thomas, President of the...

Primary school to receive media centre
Nedburn Thaffe, Gleaner Writer
Apr-04-2008
A brand new media centre at the cost of over $3 million Jamaican is soon to be constructed at the Galina Primary School, Galina St. Mary. The Centre is to be constructed by members of the Galina Breeze Hotel and America Caribbean Experience (ACE)...

MultiCare students showcase talent

Apr-04-2008
Boys and girls from the MultiCare-assisted schools and from the MultiCare Community “Art On The Street” Programme will showcase their talent in  Visual Arts in two exhibitions to be held during the month of May.   The first of the two...

Francis top sports day
Eglin Taylor, Gleaner Writer
Apr-04-2008
The Planters Hall All Age and Infant School had their Sports Day in West Central St. Catherine recently. It was their annual Athletic competition as the houses, Francis, Miller and Newell competed against each other for the coveted Jamaica...

Laugh Till Yuh Belly Buss

Apr-01-2008
Scotiabank invites you to come " Laugh Til Yuh Belly Buss" on Sunday April 6, from 2 p.m.to 6 p.m. at Scotiabank Liguanea. Featuring Jamaica's top comedians: Elva Ruddock, Christopher 'Johnny' Daley,  Joan Andrea Hutchinson and Rising Star...

Should the government continue to subsidise the basic food items?
Fiona Dixon, Online Gleaner Writer
Apr-01-2008
  Oral Porter: Policeman “I think the government should continue to subsidise the basic food items because inflation goes up everyday and poor people cannot afford it.”   Val: Taxi operator “I would really like to see the...

Southside Samaritan
Kerry-Ann Bercher, Gleaner Online Writer
Apr-01-2008
The thought of being stranded in a desolate and volatile place late in the night should send chills down the spine of most if not all persons. That notion came true for me in February of this year. However, just as Jesus ascended and left the...

Miss Earth® Pageant 2008

Apr-01-2008
In March 2008, Carousel Productions Inc. licensed Posh Entertainment Productions Ltd. to produce the local pageant to select a Jamaican representative to Miss Earth® Pageant.  The young woman, who receives the prestigious title of Miss Earth...

Prime Minister congratulates teachers at the Old Harbour High School for years of service

Mar-31-2008
Prime Minister, Bruce Golding congratulates Mrs. Vantryce Dorman for her 39 years of service to the Old Harbour High School. Mr. Golding was the guest speaker at a special function at the school on March 26 to honour...

Striking Minott twins
Elgin Taylor, Gleaner Writer
Mar-31-2008
Twins (left to right) Jade and Jayden Minott (Photo by: Eglin Taylor) Twins, Jade and Jaydene Minott, are grade-five students at the Old Harbour Primary School in St. Catherine. Though not identical in the true sense of the word, bear a...

Dover : Cliffhanger
Mario James
Mar-30-2008
Dover: Cliffhanger EventAfter the successful staging of JamWest, the fans of round and round racing weren’t going to be left out, No! Hiliary “the Humble” Jardin and the JRDC staged a humdinger of an event, attracting bumper crowds and lotsa...

Ja's climate change executive visits Germany

Mar-28-2008
Jeffrey Spooner, head of Jamaica’s Climate Change Branch at the National Met Service and a representative of the Group of Latin American and Caribbean countries, (GRULAC) will be attending the first meeting of the Adaptation Fund Board scheduled for...

My First Champs
Shadaa Muir, Online Gleaner Writer
Mar-28-2008
Calabar supporters in the Bleachers stand at champs 2008 (Photo by Shadaa Muir)   When I first heard of champs, I thought it was a place where people go for the glamour, the hype, the excitement, the experience and the...

JNBC awards ceremony

Mar-28-2008
WHO:                      The Jamaica National Bicentenary Committee...

Caribbean coastal waters threatened

Mar-27-2008
The discharge of large volumes of untreated wastewater into the marine environment in the Caribbean poses a serious threat to the livelihoods of persons who depend on fisheries as well as tourism and other sectors.  There is negative impact...

Reggae Benefit Concert for Team Jamaica

Mar-27-2008
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Can I use a common law title to secure mortgage for a property?

Mar-26-2008
Name: Lenworth Bailey Question: Good day. I am in the processing of purchasing a piece of land. I found out the owner have a common law title. Can I use this to secure a mortgage for the property? If not what are my options? Can you say what the...

Schools In Action For Peace
Rose Dewar
Mar-26-2008
What was an almost permanent feud between Knox College and Spalding High School in Clarendon, was resolved when both schools demonstrated peace and unity on Peace Day, Tuesday, March 4. The day’s activities commenced with devotional exercises...

High praises for Boys' day
Angella Chin, Gleaner Writer, Clarendon
Mar-26-2008
Four Paths Primary and Junior High School had their first Boys’ Day recently on the school grounds, in Clarendon under the theme “Today’s Boys Tomorrow’s Men.” The event sought to impress the boys, who seem to becoming more marginalised in...

How can I start the probate process?

Mar-25-2008
Name: Gloria Question: My mother passed away and left a property in St. Mary for my brother and I. Howcan I start the probate process?  I am 76 years old, and do not know what to do. Answer: If you have the original Will in your possession,...

Build on own land with NHT

Mar-25-2008
With the rising cost of houses in Jamaica, we all have to think creatively when making plans to acquire a home. Building is one option to consider. According to Johnette Hutchinson, Assistant Branch Manager at the National Housing Trust’s (NHT) St....

The 4th Annual Dennis Zaidie Cup Football Match : St. Georges vs Jamaica College - April 26th, 2008 - Miramar, Florida

Mar-20-2008
WHAT: Jamaica College Old Boys Association of Florida vs. St. George's College Old Boys Association of Florida WHERE: Silver Shores Park - 954 442 4030 (Southeast corner of Dykes Road and Pembroke Road), 15700 Pembroke Road, Miramar,...

Handwashing safe and simple
Fiona Dixon, Online Content Coordinator
Mar-20-2008
Handwashing is a simple habit that most people do without thinking. When done correctly, it is the most effective way to prevent the spread of infectious diseases.   The practice is safe and simple, easy to learn and only requires soap and...

Reggae vs. Soca To Rock The Office

Mar-20-2008
The infectious sounds of Reggae and Soca will punctuate the Kingston air when the 'Reggae Boyz' of Jamaica tackle Trinidad and Tobago's 'Soca Warriors' in a friendly international match at the National Stadium on Wednesday, March 26 2008...

Minister Grange launches 'Sister to Sister' Mediation

Mar-20-2008
Females opening their arms and offering assistance to other females is the theme of 'Sisters to Sisters', an all female mediathon scheduled for Sunday, April 13. Launched at Women's Centre Foundation of Jamaica Head Office on Thursday, March 7, the...

Am I entitled to purchase government lands?

Mar-20-2008
Name: Michael Anderson Questions: What if I plant fruit trees on government lands and maintain the lands for ten years. Am I entitled to get same to purchase over other potential buyers? Answer: No, you do not have first right to purchase the...

‘Friends of the parish’ give to Basic Schools
Nedburn Thaffe, Gleaner Writer, St. Mary
Mar-20-2008
A number of basic schools in St. Mary are to receive a new facelift from a team of tourist from the United States who describes themselves as ‘friends of the parish’. The all male team started work on Cromwelland Basic School in the parish, and...

How can I get deeds to my father’s house?

Mar-18-2008
Name: Miss P   Question: How can I get deeds to my father’s house if his parents did not have any drawn up.  The land and house has been surveyed.   Answer: By deeds, you may be referring to a registered title for the property....

Can I change executors of my will?

Mar-17-2008
Name: Mariel   Question: I wish to change one of the executors of my will. Can I do this without doing over the will?     Answer: The amendment on the current will would have to be initialed by you and your two witnesses in order...

Prime Minister congratulates firefighters

Mar-17-2008
Prime Minister Bruce Golding congratulated firefighters from the Rollington Town and Stony Hill stations, with assistance from the Rapid Response team, who were engaged in putting out a massive bush fire, which engulfed a large section of Jack’s...

Women's rights launch book : CEDAW For Jamaicans

Mar-14-2008
The Women's Resource and Outreach Centre (WROC) launched CEDAW For Jamaicans, a booklet on the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW), in collaboration with the Commonwealth Foundation and...

Safe with VMBS

Mar-14-2008
As Victoria Mutual Building Society (VMBS) celebrates 130 years, it continues to show its commitment to building the Jamaican society at all levels and as such this donation will assist the school in upgrading its facilities to meet the...

Quality entertainment at curry festival
Gareth Davis (Sr.) Gleaner Writer, Portland
Mar-14-2008
Patron turnout was low at the annual Portland curry festival recently but they enjoyed quality entertainment at the charitable event.   The event was heavily promoted and boasted dozens of reggae artiste's including veteran DJ Spragga Benz...

Can the title be amended?

Mar-14-2008
Name: Robert Question: I purchased a parcel of land with my parent, but my name was left off the title. Can the title be amanded and how? Answer: Your name can be added by way of a Love and Affection...

Control for a deceased estate

Mar-13-2008
Name: Karli Smith Question: I would like to prevent someone lodging an application for control of adeceased persons estate. How can I do this via the supreme court. I amresiding in the U.K. Answer: To accomplish this a Caveat or Caution...

Prince of Wales launch peace initiative

Mar-13-2008
The Prince of Wales’ Peace Cup Community Football was launched by His Royal Highness, the Prince of Wales on the grounds of King’s House yesterday. The group, the Beacons of Peace and Achievement (BPA) spearheaded the sport initiative, which is an...

Jamaica Land We Love - PALS a ray of hope
Fiona Dixon, Online Content Coordinator
Mar-11-2008
Peace day is a time of hope for many Jamaicans as it promotes posititve values and attitudes intended to help reduce conflict and disorder across the nation. Peace day was established in 1994 by Peace and Love in Schools (PALS), a non-profit...

Petersfield host Assessment Fair
Junior Grandison, Gleaner Writer, Westmoreland
Mar-10-2008
The Petersfield Vocational Training Centre will be hosting an Assessment Fair to have more persons certified for the job market locally and internationally, on March 13.   Certification sessions will be done in General Construction,...

A study comparing Crestor and Lipitor- treatment for Atherosclerosis

Mar-05-2008
AstraZeneca has announced the launch of a new clinical trial, SATURN, designed to assist physicians in the treatment of coronary artery disease.    The study will measure the impact of Crestor (rosuvastatin) 40mg and atorvastatin...

Welcomed with “Open Arms”
Fiona Dixon, Online Content Coordinator
Mar-03-2008
Just a few metres from the Bellevue Hospital stands a small concrete structure painted in light pink and green, which is the Open Arms centre for the destitute.  With 400 registered clients the centre offers Kingston’s homeless the opportunity...

Mayor cleans Town
Nedburn Thaffe, Gleaner Writer, St. Mary
Feb-28-2008
Mayor of Port Maria, Richard Creary and councillors of the St. Mary Parish Council took to the street of Port Maria in an effort to clean up and beautify a section of the parish capital last weekend. The aim of the programme is to clean and...

Microsoft gives to St. Mary
Nedburn Thaffe, Gleaner Writer, St. Mary
Feb-28-2008
Microsoft donated 100 computers to several communities across the parish of St. Mary recently valuing more than US$80,000. Microsoft Country Manager, Joe McKinson said the 100 Hurricane brand PCs donated include the company’s latest productivity...

Vision 2030 Jamaica

Feb-28-2008
WHO: Planning Institute of Jamaica         WHAT: 2nd National Development Plan—Vision 2030 Jamaica Public Consultations     WHERE: Cecil Charlton Hall34 Hargreaves Avenue,...

Media Strategies to Help Fight Crime

Feb-27-2008
After consultation with stakeholders across the media landscape, and the Police High Command, the following 13 strategies are being presented for adoption by media organisations in the hope that we will assist in the reduction of crime in our...

Culture Minister hails Veteran Producer, Joe Gibbs

Feb-26-2008
Minister of Information, Culture, Youth and Sports, Olivia ‘Babsy’ Grange, has lauded the work of the late veteran record producer Joe Gibbs, who died of a heart attack recently. Minister Grange hailed Gibbs as a visionary, whose tenacity helped...

Government to provide assistance for disabled

Feb-26-2008
The government is making available, a grant of J$10 million to the Combined Disabilities Association (CDA) to boost the organisation’s loan programme for members who want to establish small businesses.  A further J$5 million is also being...

Start with a loan interview

Feb-22-2008
Karen and James Anderson always dreamed of owning a house and decided to find out how much they need to borrow from the National Housing Trust (NHT), before starting their search for a suitable property.  “We knew that the loan ceiling was...

Bellevue transforming lives
Fiona Dixon, Online Content Coordinator
Feb-21-2008
 Hugh Porter (centre) of Bellevue Community Outreach poses with members of the 2008 graduating class. (Photo by Fiona Dixon). The first set of graduates from Bellevue Hospital Community Outreach were challenged recently to go out and make a...

Honeymoon at Half Moon
Kerry-Ann Bercher, Gleaner Online Writer
Feb-20-2008
Winners of The Gleaner 2008 Valentine's Competition, Shawn Collie and wife Jacinth accept thier prize of a 3 days and 2 nights stay at Half Moon Hotel from Hope McMillian, Gleaner Online's Project Manager. (Photo by Kerry-Ann...

A dream come true
Elgin Taylor, Gleaner Writer, St. Catherine
Feb-19-2008
Akeisha Arnett, Principal of Paul Mountain All Age "I always wanted to become a principal." Ms. Arnett told The Star. It is not the norm in the field of education for a teacher to become a principal at age 27. However, Akeisha Tamara Arnett...

Marcus Garvey Legacy Symposium

Feb-19-2008
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Police officers honoured
Nedburn Thaffe, Gleaner Writer, St. Mary
Feb-18-2008
Police officers at the Port Maria Police Station congratulated two of their own who were voted the most outstanding sub-officer and constable for the period October-December 2007. Corporal Lisa Marsh and Constable Maurice Forrest were honoured...

Men need more effective strategies

Feb-18-2008
Prime Minister Bruce Golding believes that a more effective means of convincing and attracting men in the society, to understand their role as fathers, leaders in the home, church and community, will have to be implemented on a national basis, in...

CGCS 2008 – Celebrating Handmade Designs

Feb-15-2008
The Caribbean Gift and Craft show (CGCS) organised by the Caribbean Export Development Agency (Caribbean Export), will celebrate its 15th anniversary from October 2–5, 2008, at the Sherbourne Conference Centre in Barbados.  CGCS 2008 is...

JTI salutes Reggae Month

Feb-15-2008
Jamaica Trade and Invest (JTI/JAMPRO) invites the public to view an exhibition which is mounted in the JTI foyer in celebration of Reggae Month, which is informed by the theme “On the Stage and in the Boardroom – The Business Behind the...

Developers assure residents
Devon Evans, Gleaner Writer St. Ann
Feb-15-2008
The developers of the Bahia Principe Hotel in Runaway Bay, St. Ann assured residents and concerned citizens, that the planned expansion of the hotel would not create any major environmental problem.   The developersof the hotel are planning...

Ankle receives Lasco award
Elgin Taylor, Gleaner Writer, St. Catherine
Feb-15-2008
Lasco Principal of the Year for 2007 is O'Neil Barrington Ankle, Principal of Green Park Primary and Junior High School in Sandy Bay, Clarendon.   Many persons in Jamaica and elsewhere know his educational achievements. However, not many...

Educator reposition upgraded high school
Elgin Taylor, Gleaner Writer, St. Catherine
Feb-14-2008
Cortis Nolan   “If the truth be told, upgraded high schools could do just as well as their traditional counterpart if they were given the same calibre of students."    One educator who has set about changing that perception is...

Smile Jamaica: The Marley Legacy Unites

Feb-13-2008
  Kingston, Jamaica:-- Oraccabessa St. Mary will come alive on Saturday February 23 when the Marley Legacy is unleashed at the James Bond Beach. Bob Marley foundation and Ghetto Youths in association with The Rita Marley Foundation presents...

Jamaican donates medical supplies
Arthur Green, Gleaner Writer, St. Thomas
Feb-13-2008
The St. Thomas Health Department received medical supplies valuing approximately £60,000 pounds through the philanthropic gesture of a Jamaican born, British businessman Sesford McDonald, at the Morant Bay Health Centre in Lyssons on Friday. Mr....

Celebrating the Lent season
Rose Dewar, Gleaner Writer
Feb-13-2008
The season of Lent begins on Ash Wednesday and last for six to seven weeks up to Easter.    This is regarded as a period of penitential preparation for the Easter festival. Candidates are usually prepared for baptism during this time of...

Minister Grange urge men to take care of their health

Feb-13-2008
“We need our men to be healthy and enjoy long lives so that they can provide the necessary presence, support and guidance in their capacities as husbands and fathers, something that is so needed to strengthen families in our societies...

Half Moon Offers Romance and Pampering for Valentine’s Day

Feb-12-2008
Rose Hall (January 2008) — As the most romantic day of the year approaches, the luxurious Half Moon resort is delighted to offer residents a delicious way to pamper that special someone with exotic packages from the new Fern Tree Spa.  ...