Tighter marine patrol - Gov't acquiring more vessels to stem gun-flow - PM
PRIME MINISTER P.J. Patterson announced last night that Government will 'immediately' acquire six marine vessels and more than 100 other vehicles as part of its latest effort to address a spiralling crime wave which has terrified the country.
Lotto winner gets his millions
IN A welcome usually reserved for ambassadors, Kenneth Neita, 65, of Westmoreland was ushered into the gardens of the Jamaica Pegasus Hotel last night, in celebration of his winning the record $140 million Supreme Ventures Limited Lotto Jackpot.
Pleas for peace in West Kgn tension
SECTIONS OF West Kingston remained on edge yesterday afternoon, even as influential persons from both sides of the political fence appealed for peace.
As the new school year approaches - Needy students get help through sponsorships
A FEW DAYS before the scheduled start of the new school term, more than 100 needy students across the island have received scholarships to assist with defraying expenses for the school year.
Record cruise ship arrivals in MoBay
WESTERN BUREAU: THE TOURIST resort of Montego Bay has been experiencing record highs in cruise ship passenger arrivals this summer with a 50 per cent increase in June alone when compared to the same period last year.
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