Jamaica Star, The (Kingston, Jamaica)

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Jamaica 4-H Clubs targeting regional food security
Peter Thompson, executive director of the Jamaica 4-H Clubs, says the movement has embarked on a new initiative, which is aimed at galvanising support from regional partners across the Caribbean.
Babymother punched in argument over children
A counselling report was requested for a Corporate Area man, who punched his girlfriend in her head, following an argument about her role as a parent to his children.
Good Samaritan restores UK woman's faith in Jamaica
Simone Bent, a Jamaica-born United Kingdom resident, wants to publicly express her gratitude to St Elizabeth vendor Taneisha Bligen, who found her bag, which contained cash and other valuables, and willingly returned it, intact.
Two implicated in poker box theft
Two men have been charged with shop breaking and larceny as well as receiving stolen property following an incident at a bar in Wilton district, St Elizabeth, on April 11.
Entrepreneur empowering teachers and students
Hailing from Portland, Paulette Trowers carved out her own path, one that intertwined her passion for law and business and her unwavering commitment to her homeland's development.
Commissioner wants greater professionalism in JCF
In a move designed to improve the image of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF), Police Commissioner Dr Kevin Blake is pushing to project professionalism, public interaction, and proper conduct as key elements in the bid to reverse the negative perception many Jamaicans have of the force.
Parents urged to help children to appreciate mathematics
Simone Williams, national mathematics coordinator in the Ministry of Education and Youth, is urging parents to find creative ways to use regular day-to-day activities at home to help their children develop a greater understanding and appreciation for the subject.
Former PATH beneficiary pursuing PhD
The Programme of Advancement through Health and Education (PATH) is being hailed by a former beneficiary for "levelling the playing field".
NIDS is not a mandatory exercise, says Senator Morris Dixon
Senator Dana Morris Dixon, minister without portfolio in the Office of the Prime Minister with responsibility for skills and digital transformation, has debunked the popular belief that the National Identification System (NIDS) is mandatory.
Jamaica targeting pelagic fishing to cut import
Agriculture Minister Floyd Green says pelagic fishing, which will see local fisherfolk venturing further out to sea to improve their catch, could provide more fishes for the local market and cut the country's import bill.