'We were always aware' - Energy minister says Government knew electricity tax would have to wait
Despite announcing in December that the 10 per cent general consumption tax (GCT) on electricity would be imposed on January 1, the Government is now saying that it never intended to impose the tax this month....
The art of never giving up - Policewoman finds success after working through teenage pregnancy
Becoming pregnant at age 13 did not prevent Shermin Green from being among Northern Caribbean University's (NCU) graduating class of 2009. Born in Hammerton district, St Ann, Green is currently a member of the Jamaica Constabulary Force...
'We have to work very hard' - Acting commissioner calls on all Jamaica to tame crime monster
Acting Commissioner of Police Owen Ellington yesterday revealed that the nation only just missed the highest number of murders in a year. In addressing the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) at its annual devotion held at the commissioner's office...
Schools face hiccups - Institutions worry over grants, while others still closed for repairs
At least three schools remained closed yesterday at the beginning of the new academic term, as a result of delays in the completion-of-repairs exercises. Education Minister Andrew Holness, in an interview with The Gleaner, confirmed the delays....
Kern case off to a heated start - Prosecution asked to provide more to defence
Director of Public Prosecutions Paula Llewellyn yesterday found herself on the ropes as she led evidence against Kern Spencer and Coleen Wright in the Cuban light-bulb corruption trial in the Corporate Area...
Cops grilled in connection with murders
Constable Richie Martin, one of nine men on the St James police most-wanted list, was grilled for hours at the Freeport Police Station yesterday in connection with murders and arson. The constable, who is at present on suspension from the Jamaica...
JTA, Gov't head for clash
The island's teachers will be seeking a salary increase despite a wage freeze for public-sector workers already announced by the Government. President of the Jamaica Teachers' Association (JTA), Michael Stewart, said they had already calculated...
2010 prophecies (part 4)
The Word of the Lord through Apostle Steve Lyston, Bishop Doris Hutchinson, Prophetess Sophia Kerr-Dawes, Pastor Michelle Lyston and Minister Nadra Brotherton....
Mayberry achiever eyes top position
THE 2009 Employee of the Year at MayBerry Investments Limited, Ann Lapyette-Francis, has her eyes firmly set on reaching the top in the financial institution."My goal is to be the top of everything I do and this is just a stepping stone for me....