Is this water safe?
'Yes,' says NWC, but Greater Portmore residents are worried
RESIDENTS IN several communities in Greater Portmore are applying their own brand of self-help after appeals to the National Water Commission (NWC) to deal with a mysterious black substance from their drinking water supply seem to have fallen on deaf ears

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Gleaner Editors' Forum - Homosexuality in schools
NWC project shunned - International financiers leave rehabilitation plans in limbo
After Temple Hall killings, PMI moves to reduce tension
Nurses want change
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Slums creeping into Portmore?
World peace linked to economic development, says Patterson

Spanish Town to get new cemetery and arcade
SPANISH TOWN residents will soon have a new cemetery and a shopping arcade as part of the ongoing, upgrading effort by the St. Catherine Parish Council.

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Crime, violence on the rise in Portmore
Robbers strike in Clarendon
Portmore residents get access to Council Office
Churches differ on homosexuality

What drives share prices in Jamaica?
FOR THOSE looking to invest in shares, waiting for the quarterly statements published in newspapers may not be enough.

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High demand for townhouses
New measures necessary to revive sector - JMA boss
David Minott launches recycling company
Trade-related aspects of intellectual property rights (Part II)

It's a David vs Goliath affair
PRACTICE FOR important upcoming internationals is their major objective. It also shapes up as the only similarity between the Reggae Boyz and giants Brazil who will line up for a David vs Goliath affair at Leicester City's Walker's Stadium today at 9:00 a

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Young Boyz ready for Cuba
Jamaica, T&T clash
Ellis steals spotlight at Caymanas Park
JCA honours Tony Becca
Rusea's advance
Commentary - West Indies people and the Cup

Editorial - A problematic proposal
WE SUSPECT that the advocates of a more liberal approach to the teaching of sex education in Jamaica, as reported elsewhere in today's edition, have not thought through the ramifications or practical implementation of their proposal.

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Revolution needed in education
The country is broke!
Recall the non-performing ministers

Letter of the day - Mr. Lambie, you are so wrong!
THE EDITOR, Sir: WE REFER to an article by Max Lambie titled, "Give Flipper a Chance", published in The Sunday Gleaner of September 29, 2003.

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Breeding a nation of cowards
You're black, be proud
Black princes and princesses all

Deejays reel out cash for insurance
THE LIFESTYLE of a successful dancehall artiste is characterised by wealth, glamour and power - and sometimes extra costs.

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Opinion - Kindness is as kindness does
No word from female gospel DJs
Social - 'Unification Day' was great

Rolling landscapes
JAMAICA OFFERS a variety of unique landscapes. From the majestic Blue Mountains, through the island's green valleys, down to the golden beaches, our stunning landscapes create panoramic images of rare beauty, begging to be photographed.

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From Bogle to Tosh: Justice marches
Jeweller, artist get bronze Musgrave Medals

Cover story - Missionaries reaching out in one accord
AS HE waits for the light to turn green, Father Bryan Kerr of the Missionaries of the Poor uses the opportunity to pray for journeying mercies as we make our way to Our Lord's Place, one of the Catholic order's care centres for the poor and destitute...

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Mark Waller rekindling Ja's image
Book review - A treasure of heritage
Why do some mothers abandon their children?

Wanted now - a State of Emergency!
THE VIOLENT crime situation is obviously getting worse. No one can dispute this. In these circumstances, it is clear that the argument for a state of emergency is gaining ground. (Robotham)

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State of Emergency - Give the 'beast'free rein?
What's wrong with Christianity?
Extortion and democratic security
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