No. 67 Wednesday, March 17, 2010
Two men were killed by gunmen on Monday in the usually quiet Anchovy community of South St. James.
Two men were killed by gunmen on Monday in the usually quiet Anchovy community of South St. James.
War among gardeners - one fatally stabbed
No. 67 Wednesday, March 17, 2010
One man is dead while his alleged killer has been placed behind bars at the Montego Freeport lock-up. The accused is expected to be charged following an incident at a resort complex at the Montego Freeport during which one of the men was stabbed to death by the other. It is understood that the killing was sparked by a dispute on the job on Monday afternoon.
One man is dead while his alleged killer has been placed behind bars at the Montego Freeport lock-up. The accused is expected to be charged following an incident at a resort complex at the Montego Freeport during which one of the men was stabbed to death by the other. It is understood that the killing was sparked by a dispute on the job on Monday afternoon.
Cop's attacker killed
No. 67 Wednesday, March 17, 2010
Police in St. James have now joined forces to apprehend two men who are on the run following a daring attempt on the life of a fellow officer in the parish. One gunman was killed in the incident.
Police in St. James have now joined forces to apprehend two men who are on the run following a daring attempt on the life of a fellow officer in the parish. One gunman was killed in the incident.
NWC resumes timely bill dispatch
No. 67 Wednesday, March 17, 2010
Customers of the National Water Commission who have not been receiving their bills" over the past two weeks should see an improvement in bill dispatch come next week.
Customers of the National Water Commission who have not been receiving their bills" over the past two weeks should see an improvement in bill dispatch come next week.
Tucker man is victim #50
No. 67 Wednesday, March 17, 2010
Gunmen have been busy in St. James, pushing the murder toll to 50. The police in Montego Bay are seeking the public's assistance in determining the identity of one of these murder victims who was shot to death on Monday morning in the community of Tucker.
Gunmen have been busy in St. James, pushing the murder toll to 50. The police in Montego Bay are seeking the public's assistance in determining the identity of one of these murder victims who was shot to death on Monday morning in the community of Tucker.
[COURTHOUSE]:::Teen on fraud charge makes restitution
No. 67 Wednesday, March 17, 2010
A St. James teen charged for duping several persons into turning over their cash with a view to providing them with various items such as motor cars, appliances and computers, is still making effort to make full restitution.
A St. James teen charged for duping several persons into turning over their cash with a view to providing them with various items such as motor cars, appliances and computers, is still making effort to make full restitution.
[COURTHOUSE]:::Social enquiry report for larceny accused
No. 67 Wednesday, March 17, 2010
Dwayne Troupe will know on April 7 what impact, if any, a court-ordered Social Enquiry Report will have on his sentencing.
Dwayne Troupe will know on April 7 what impact, if any, a court-ordered Social Enquiry Report will have on his sentencing.
[COURTHOUSE]:::Man charged for counterfeit notes remanded
No. 67 Wednesday, March 17, 2010
A 19 year-old man is remanded in custody after a quantity of fake US notes worth more than JA$40,000 were found in his possession.
A 19 year-old man is remanded in custody after a quantity of fake US notes worth more than JA$40,000 were found in his possession.
[COURTHOUSE]:::SIX MONTHS FOR GANJA
No. 67 Wednesday, March 17, 2010
A man who was arrested at the Sangster International Airport after he tried to smuggle 4 1/2 pounds of marijuana into Curacao has been jailed for six months.
A man who was arrested at the Sangster International Airport after he tried to smuggle 4 1/2 pounds of marijuana into Curacao has been jailed for six months.
[COURTHOUSE]:::CASE ADJOURNS FOR ADDITIONAL STATEMENT
No. 67 Wednesday, March 17, 2010
The case against two St. James men facing robbery and wounding charges was adjourned until April 12 in order for the file to be completed.
The case against two St. James men facing robbery and wounding charges was adjourned until April 12 in order for the file to be completed.
[COURTHOUSE]:::MEN ON MURDER RAP FACE COURT
No. 67 Wednesday, March 17, 2010
Two men charged in connection with the murder of 42 year-old Clifton Brown of Whitehall, St. Elizabeth were remanded in custody when they appeared before the Montego Bay RM Court on Monday, March 15.
Two men charged in connection with the murder of 42 year-old Clifton Brown of Whitehall, St. Elizabeth were remanded in custody when they appeared before the Montego Bay RM Court on Monday, March 15.
[COURTHOUSE]:::VOLUNTARY Bill GRANTED IN 'MIRACLE'S' MURDER CASE
No. 67 Wednesday, March 17, 2010
The Director of Public Prosecution has granted the Crown a Voluntary Bill of Indictment in the murder case against 28 year-old Kevin Forbes of Market Circle, St. James.
The Director of Public Prosecution has granted the Crown a Voluntary Bill of Indictment in the murder case against 28 year-old Kevin Forbes of Market Circle, St. James.
[COURTHOUSE]:::COMMUNITY SERVICE ORDER FOR STOLEN WIRE
No. 67 Wednesday, March 17, 2010
A man who was arrested after he was caught in possession of a roll of wire, which was reportedly stolen from a popular Montego Bay Resort, was sentenced to 240 hours of community service.
A man who was arrested after he was caught in possession of a roll of wire, which was reportedly stolen from a popular Montego Bay Resort, was sentenced to 240 hours of community service.
[On The Cutting Edge]:::The priciples of parliamentary procedure and proper behaviour
No. 67 Wednesday, March 17, 2010
"There is a great need for more democratic policies on organization, communal and national levels ... Through the ages, parliamentary law has been introduced as organization principles-rules of conduct. It is based on freedom of speech, respect for .the dignity of man, equality and justice for all, the principle of majority rule, the right of the minority to be heard, and the duty to abide by the will of the majority ... " (From book entitled: Robert's Rules of Order)
"There is a great need for more democratic policies on organization, communal and national levels ... Through the ages, parliamentary law has been introduced as organization principles-rules of conduct. It is based on freedom of speech, respect for .the dignity of man, equality and justice for all, the principle of majority rule, the right of the minority to be heard, and the duty to abide by the will of the majority ... " (From book entitled: Robert's Rules of Order)
[OPINIONS]:::What about the children?
No. 67 Wednesday, March 17, 2010
[Posted By::: anonymous]
No matter how young they may be, the rise of crime and violence in and around Jamaica are having a jarring effect on the children of this country.
[Posted By::: anonymous]
No matter how young they may be, the rise of crime and violence in and around Jamaica are having a jarring effect on the children of this country.
[OPINIONS]:::Homophobia and Jamaican music
No. 67 Wednesday, March 17, 2010
[Posted By::: Maurice Tomlinson Attorney-at-Law]
Reggae artistes whose shows are being boycotted in the United States and whose records are blacklisted in Europe, must be hurting financially. And we are often reminded that it is not only the artistes who suffer, as many of them also contribute to the care and upbringing of numerous underprivileged children in their communities.
[Posted By::: Maurice Tomlinson Attorney-at-Law]
Reggae artistes whose shows are being boycotted in the United States and whose records are blacklisted in Europe, must be hurting financially. And we are often reminded that it is not only the artistes who suffer, as many of them also contribute to the care and upbringing of numerous underprivileged children in their communities.
New Custos to be sworn in tomorrow
No. 67 Wednesday, March 17, 2010
By Shamir Brown - Trelawny correspondent
Trelawny's new Custos, Paul Muschett, is to be officially unveiled to the people at a ceremony that is to be held in the square come Thursday.
By Shamir Brown - Trelawny correspondent
Trelawny's new Custos, Paul Muschett, is to be officially unveiled to the people at a ceremony that is to be held in the square come Thursday.
[Legally Yours]:::Application for lost or destroyed Title
No. 67 Wednesday, March 17, 2010
With Radeon Archer - Attorney-at-Law
Having a Registered Title for a property with your name legally endorsed on it as the registered proprietor is the greatest proof that you could have, to show the world that you are the owner of that property. It is no surprise therefore that most individuals treasure these documents and as such, strive to find safe places to secure them, such as putting them in Safety Deposit boxes at banks, keeping them in vaults or safes or locking them in drawers.
With Radeon Archer - Attorney-at-Law
Having a Registered Title for a property with your name legally endorsed on it as the registered proprietor is the greatest proof that you could have, to show the world that you are the owner of that property. It is no surprise therefore that most individuals treasure these documents and as such, strive to find safe places to secure them, such as putting them in Safety Deposit boxes at banks, keeping them in vaults or safes or locking them in drawers.
Sold out Ministries Int'l hosts 'Marriage Seminar 2010'
No. 67 Wednesday, March 17, 2010
Sold Out Ministries International will be hosting 'Marriage Seminar 2010', starting March 18. The first seminar was held in 2005 'and the response was overwhelming. As a result of the overwhelming support received it was felt that this should be an annual calendar event.
Sold Out Ministries International will be hosting 'Marriage Seminar 2010', starting March 18. The first seminar was held in 2005 'and the response was overwhelming. As a result of the overwhelming support received it was felt that this should be an annual calendar event.
[The X-Factor]:::The Moment
No. 67 Wednesday, March 17, 2010
With Brian Brown
'The present, is a gift ... accept it!'
Fun and joke aside now ... don't you feel it? It's all around you; floating on the air(waves), on the tip of your tongue(ring), close enough to touch(me) ... fear, hopelessness, the 'I don't care or bizniz with nutten' attitude...all part of the moment.
With Brian Brown
'The present, is a gift ... accept it!'
Fun and joke aside now ... don't you feel it? It's all around you; floating on the air(waves), on the tip of your tongue(ring), close enough to touch(me) ... fear, hopelessness, the 'I don't care or bizniz with nutten' attitude...all part of the moment.
Hanoverians push to improve agriculture
No. 67 Wednesday, March 17, 2010
By Craig Oates
Eastern Hanover is a constituency which statistics show is rife with unemployment and with the Government of the day pushing with the 'grow what you eat and eat what you grow' campaign many citizens have been looking at making a good living out of an industry that has under performed for years. Eastern Hanover accounts for two of the parish's major towns, Hopewell and Sandy Bay.
By Craig Oates
Eastern Hanover is a constituency which statistics show is rife with unemployment and with the Government of the day pushing with the 'grow what you eat and eat what you grow' campaign many citizens have been looking at making a good living out of an industry that has under performed for years. Eastern Hanover accounts for two of the parish's major towns, Hopewell and Sandy Bay.
Khadine Daley - one of Negril's T.S.E.P. Nominees
No. 67 Wednesday, March 17, 2010
Khadine Daley is a daughter of tourism who is talented and passionate about the industry she in which she works. She would have it no other way but to market Jamaica to the many who visit the island as well as to Jamaicans who yearn to learn more about the industry.
Khadine Daley is a daughter of tourism who is talented and passionate about the industry she in which she works. She would have it no other way but to market Jamaica to the many who visit the island as well as to Jamaicans who yearn to learn more about the industry.
JTA in full solidarity with NAJ
No. 67 Wednesday, March 17, 2010
The Jamaica Teachers' Association expresses full solidarity with the Nurses Association of Jamaica (NAJ) in its valiant effort to have government comply with their contractual obligation with respect to outstanding salaries and benefits.
The Jamaica Teachers' Association expresses full solidarity with the Nurses Association of Jamaica (NAJ) in its valiant effort to have government comply with their contractual obligation with respect to outstanding salaries and benefits.
CTEP-8th Graduation Ceremony
No. 67 Wednesday, March 17, 2010
Addressing graduates of the 8th Graduation Ceremony of the Community Training for Empowerment Programme (CTEP), on Thursday, March 11,2010 at the Mt. Carey Baptist Church, guest speaker Lloyd B. Smith, President of the Montego Bay Chamber of commerce & Industry and CEO the Western Mirror commended the 28 graduates (24 females and four males) on their achievements and urged them not to be become complacent, thinking that it is the end of their journey, rather, "It is the beginning of a greater agenda in their lives," Mr. Smith said.
Addressing graduates of the 8th Graduation Ceremony of the Community Training for Empowerment Programme (CTEP), on Thursday, March 11,2010 at the Mt. Carey Baptist Church, guest speaker Lloyd B. Smith, President of the Montego Bay Chamber of commerce & Industry and CEO the Western Mirror commended the 28 graduates (24 females and four males) on their achievements and urged them not to be become complacent, thinking that it is the end of their journey, rather, "It is the beginning of a greater agenda in their lives," Mr. Smith said.
Women of the west
No. 67 Wednesday, March 17, 2010
In recognition of International Women's Week, special awardees,
In recognition of International Women's Week, special awardees,
JCI rebranded - Hosts Seminar to sensitize public
No. 67 Wednesday, March 17, 2010
The Junior Chamber International (JCI) conducted a workshop last Friday, March 12, at the Baywest Shopping Centre in Montego Bay, where members sought to educate persons about the organization, the benefits of becoming a member and being an active young leader within the community and organization.
The Junior Chamber International (JCI) conducted a workshop last Friday, March 12, at the Baywest Shopping Centre in Montego Bay, where members sought to educate persons about the organization, the benefits of becoming a member and being an active young leader within the community and organization.
[Entertainment]:::Starlord comes to MoBay
No. 67 Wednesday, March 17, 2010
By Alan Lewin
The Mighty Starlord Oldies Sound System out of Clarendon will make an appearance at the Clock Tower end of month oldies event, Starlord Sound is regarded as Jamaica's number one sound system and by the way things are looking, lovers of that genre of music in Montego Bay are in for a real musical treat when the Starlord selectors roll back the years.
By Alan Lewin
The Mighty Starlord Oldies Sound System out of Clarendon will make an appearance at the Clock Tower end of month oldies event, Starlord Sound is regarded as Jamaica's number one sound system and by the way things are looking, lovers of that genre of music in Montego Bay are in for a real musical treat when the Starlord selectors roll back the years.
[Entertainment]:::Who has the best tattoo?
No. 67 Wednesday, March 17, 2010
By Alan Lewin
Over the past decade, people have been wearing skin art to make a statement.
Well there can be no better way than to show off their best tattoos at the Calimento Lawn, Johns Hall in St. James. The date is Saturday April 17.
By Alan Lewin
Over the past decade, people have been wearing skin art to make a statement.
Well there can be no better way than to show off their best tattoos at the Calimento Lawn, Johns Hall in St. James. The date is Saturday April 17.
[Entertainment]:::CVM to launch 'Faith Talent Search'
No. 67 Wednesday, March 17, 2010
The long awaited Faith Talent Search 2010, the brainchild of Evangelist Carlene Wilson of Growing Faith Ministries is finally set to air on CYM Television on Sunday, April 18th at 9:00 pm with the results shows on Saturday at 10:05Pm
The long awaited Faith Talent Search 2010, the brainchild of Evangelist Carlene Wilson of Growing Faith Ministries is finally set to air on CYM Television on Sunday, April 18th at 9:00 pm with the results shows on Saturday at 10:05Pm
Response to JFJ and Hear the Children's Cry
No. 67 Wednesday, March 17, 2010
The Ministry of Health stands by the job description of the Chief Executive Officer of the Child Development Agency (CDA). The job description appropriately reflects the work that is undertaken by the Chief Executive Officer and which is reflected in the Performance Agreement that is signed between the CEO and the portfolio Minister.
The Ministry of Health stands by the job description of the Chief Executive Officer of the Child Development Agency (CDA). The job description appropriately reflects the work that is undertaken by the Chief Executive Officer and which is reflected in the Performance Agreement that is signed between the CEO and the portfolio Minister.
[SPORTS]:::Catherine Hall Sting Bamboo
No. 67 Wednesday, March 17, 2010
By Craig Oates
Catherine Hall edged Bamboo FC 2-1 in Sunday's round of the Captain's Bakery Western Confed Football Competition. Playing on home turf, Catherine Hall made easy work of the first quarter of the game.
By Craig Oates
Catherine Hall edged Bamboo FC 2-1 in Sunday's round of the Captain's Bakery Western Confed Football Competition. Playing on home turf, Catherine Hall made easy work of the first quarter of the game.
[SPORTS]:::Ten grand first prize is chicken feed money
No. 67 Wednesday, March 17, 2010
Eye-on the Ball
With Caig Oates
The Hanover Division One started last week without much fanfare as per usual. Despite intense media criticism the association still goes about carrying out its function without adequate information getting out to the public.
Eye-on the Ball
With Caig Oates
The Hanover Division One started last week without much fanfare as per usual. Despite intense media criticism the association still goes about carrying out its function without adequate information getting out to the public.
[SPORTS]:::Petersfield FC pip New Market 1-0
No. 67 Wednesday, March 17, 2010
By Audrey Phillips
Petersfield FC clipped newcomers New Market Oval FC 1-0 in the Hamilton Estate /Icy Hills Entertainment Westmoreland U nder-17 League, at Petersfield, Saturday. New Market who replaced out of sorts Chantilly FC fought hard, but never overcame the experience of the Petersfield unit.
By Audrey Phillips
Petersfield FC clipped newcomers New Market Oval FC 1-0 in the Hamilton Estate /Icy Hills Entertainment Westmoreland U nder-17 League, at Petersfield, Saturday. New Market who replaced out of sorts Chantilly FC fought hard, but never overcame the experience of the Petersfield unit.
[SPORTS]:::Gayle happy with win but not with batting
No. 67 Wednesday, March 17, 2010
Zimbabwe may not be the strongest opposition, but West Indies captain Chris Gayle was delighted after leading his team to a 4-1 ODI series victory, their first in the format in nearly 20 months.
Zimbabwe may not be the strongest opposition, but West Indies captain Chris Gayle was delighted after leading his team to a 4-1 ODI series victory, their first in the format in nearly 20 months.
[SPORTS]:::Wadadah back to winning ways
No. 67 Wednesday, March 17, 2010
By Audrey Phillips
Wadadah FC grabbed all three available points at the expense of Violet Kickers in Sunday's round of the Western Confed Super League beating them 3-2.
By Audrey Phillips
Wadadah FC grabbed all three available points at the expense of Violet Kickers in Sunday's round of the Western Confed Super League beating them 3-2.
[SPORTS]:::'We have our computer' - Westmoreland FA responds
No. 67 Wednesday, March 17, 2010
By Craig Oates
The Westmoreland Football Association has responded to questions asked recently in the media about the whereabouts of computers that was given to the Association in 2006 by Captain Horace Burrell who at the time was seeking to regain the presidency of the Jamaica Football Federation.
By Craig Oates
The Westmoreland Football Association has responded to questions asked recently in the media about the whereabouts of computers that was given to the Association in 2006 by Captain Horace Burrell who at the time was seeking to regain the presidency of the Jamaica Football Federation.
[SPORTS]:::Granville Hunt Arnett Scalp
No. 67 Wednesday, March 17, 2010
By Craig Oates
Granville RC. will this afternoon be taking dead aim at Premier League outfit Arnett Gardens in the Flow Knockout football competition. The Tracy Reid coached team continued its good run of form coming from one goal down to beat York FC 3-2 at the York Sports Complex, St. Thomas on Wednesday, March 3.
By Craig Oates
Granville RC. will this afternoon be taking dead aim at Premier League outfit Arnett Gardens in the Flow Knockout football competition. The Tracy Reid coached team continued its good run of form coming from one goal down to beat York FC 3-2 at the York Sports Complex, St. Thomas on Wednesday, March 3.
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