I didn’t feel it – First person vaccinated in Jamaica tells others to take it too
Public Health Nurse, Marcia Thomas-Yetman, is the first person in Jamaica to receive the coronavirus (COVID-19) vaccine. She was vaccinated
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Beacon of the day | Woman rises from poverty in Jamaica – she now employs over 80 people in Britain
A Jamaican woman, who triumphed over poverty, child sexual abuse, homeless and racism, has reached dizzy heights in commerce in
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Beacon of the day | Long Grass woman helping others – her impact already felt in 5 countries… and counting
Nothing is more fulfilling than to find one’s true calling. That bears truth for Derry-Ann Morgan-Allen, an esteemed philanthropist, who
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3 new COVID deaths – Jamaica records 224 new cases
The Ministry of Health last night reported that Jamaica has recorded an additional three deaths related to the Coronavirus Disease
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Jamaica records another death, 245 new cases
The Ministry of Health last evening announced the death of another patient who tested positive on the island for the
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ELECTION ON SEPTEMBER 3 – Prime Minister Calls For Peaceful Campaign
Prime Minister Andrew Holness has announced that Jamaicans will go to the polls to elect a government on Thursday, September
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Deaths rise to 14 – Jamaica’s confirmed COVID cases above 1000
The Ministry of Health said a fourteenth person has died in Jamaica as a result of the Coronavirus Disease 2019
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Another death confirmed – COVID cases reach almost 1,000 in Jamaica
The Ministry of Health last evening reported that another patient has died of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19), bringing the total
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A’mari charged for expletive, breaching measures against COVID
The Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) said its officers in St. James have arrested and charged a female entertainer for breaches
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Jamaica records 2 new COVID deaths
Jamaica has recorded two new deaths related to the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) in the last 24 hours, said the
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Community focus | Small business in Canada donates to families in Jamaica
Home Care Packages Ja, which operates out of Canada and is owned by Jamaican native Shauntal Williams-Hylton, is doing good.
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Saharan dust to affect Jamaica, health ministry cautions
The Ministry of Health and Wellness has cautioned members of the public to guard against the effects of the Saharan
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50 people to be allowed at funerals, weddings
Funerals and weddings in Jamaica will be allowed to have a maximum 50 people, starting on Sunday, June 7. Prime
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Jamaica records 10th death linked to virus
The Ministry of Health said Jamaica has recorded a tenth death as a result of the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19).
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More Than Half Of Jamaica’s Cases Now Linked To One Company
A single company – Alorica call centre – is now linked to more than half of Jamaica’s confirmed cases of
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St. Catherine Locked Down – Important Points For Residents and Motorists
Prime Minister Andrew Holness has announced a lock-down of the entire parish of St. Catherine initially for seven days in
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BIG JUMP – Jamaica Records 32 New COVID Cases Amid Another Death
The Ministry of Health said Jamaica has recorded a fifth death and 32 new cases of the Coronavirus Disease 2019
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Eighth person recovers in Jamaica; confirmed cases rise to 58
The Ministry of Health and Wellness said the island has confirmed three new cases of the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19),
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Jamaica announces night curfew amid COVID
Prime Minister Andrew Holness this evening announced an island-wide night curfew, from Wednesday (April 1) to April 8. The curfew,
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COVID cases rise to 25 – including Clarendon woman who called helpline
The total number of people tested positive in Jamaica for the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) has increased from 21 to
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Corona kills elderly man in Jamaica
Jamaica today recorded its first death from the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). A 79-year-old man from Clarendon tested positive today
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BUSINESS OF THE DAY: Jamaican counselor targets relationships around the world
Olive Ellis has developed the mettle and goodwill to help people overcome challenges – especially those linked to relationships. “My
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REMAIN CALM – Health minister appeals as new virus reaches Jamaica
Minister of Health Dr. Christopher Tufton this afternoon appealed for calm while announcing that Jamaica has confirmed its first case
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NO SURRENDER – Charity leader stabbed in robbery returning to help the poor in Kingston
Jeffery Wenzler, founder of the Pivotal Directions charity, has been leading an initiative to build houses and generally improve the
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KELLITS: Gay rights activist wants decisive action against PNP councillor
Jamaican attorney and human rights activist Maurice Tomlinson has appealed for the People’s National Party (PNP) to force one of
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4 farm workers die so far this year | Labour ministry explains insurance
While disclosing that there are four reported deaths among Jamaican farm workers overseas since the start of the year, the
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Guard against heat stress, health ministry appeals
The Ministry of Health has advised people in Jamaica to take precautions against heat stress as the country continues to
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LARGE ABROAD: Former child barber now owns barber shop in Canada
It has been an amazing climb for Zenu Lee, who once cut hair and sold grocery in a makeshift shop
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Cross-examiNATION: Obeah law built on wrong information
By Alexander Shaw, Columnist The great Marcus Garvey was careful to note that ‘a people without knowledge of their past
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LARGE ABROAD: Shauna rises from night clubs to university halls
Shauna Meddar-Edelen knew she was destined for greatness, although that greatness was bedevilled by an episode of child sexual abuse,
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