Lawrence Tavern Police Fete Children
Shian Blackwood
Dec-23-2008
The Lawrence Tavern Police Station in west rural St. Andrew was transformed into a children’s playground on Sunday as the police youth club’s annual Christmas treat was held in fine style.   Excitement filled the air as more than 500 noisy...

SCCCU gives to chartities

Dec-17-2008
The St. Catherine Coop Credit Union  (SCCCU) has donated to worthy charities and was showered with praise from a number of the recipients. It was an event filled with emotions, as Robert Allen from the Diabetics Association thanked the Credit...

New and improved NHT benefits for contributors

Dec-12-2008
The NHT announces an improved refunds application process, a new loan to acquire registered titles, and an increased loan limit for solar water heaters. However, employers who do not submit annual returns are delaying NHT benefits to their...

Gleaner columnist dies at 78.

Dec-12-2008
Gleaner columnist Hartley Neita is dead. Mr Neita who was 78 died suddenly at the home of one of his son in St Andrew shortly before noon. President of the Press Association of Jamaica, Byron Buckley,  said the journalism fraternity was...

Ascot High touching performance

Dec-12-2008
Ascot High touching performance - Photograph by Steve Quallo Ascot High School in a touching performance at the MultiCare Christmas Concert held in recognition of Universal Children’s Day at the University of the West Indies Philip Sherlock...

Men ....stop the abuse of our women
Rose Dewar, Gleaner Writer
Dec-11-2008
While no credence or justification can be given to abuse of any kind or to anyone, that meted out to women is so revolting that it begs some stringent action to be taken to stop the high incidences of abuse of women. It could be deemed that some...

How to obtain my wife's family land title?

Dec-09-2008
Name: Joshua Lowe QuestionI need to obtain a copy of my wife's family land title in a Parish in Jamaica.  How can I go about that from abroad? AnswerTitle searches can also be conducted on the National Land Agency, Titles Office Division...

NHT Amnesty gives companies a clean slate

Dec-08-2008
Since June, the NHT has been offering companies a waiver of penalties incurred as a result of not paying over their contributions on time. Over 3000 companies and self employed persons have so far responded to the offer. One beneficiary of the...

Sherry - Making a difference
Eglin Taylor, Gleaner Writer
Dec-05-2008
Sherry Gordon McLean   Photo by Eglin Taylor Lately, the problem of illiteracy has been on the minds of our educators and scholars. The proposed solutions have been many and varied, and among them is the recognised need to have...

How to purchase my father plot of land?

Dec-05-2008
Name: Kim QuestionMy father died leaving a plot of land but he did not leave a will. I would like to buy the land, but I heard that my brothers and sisters are also entitled to the land.  How do I find out how to purchase the land? AnswerIf...

Stolen Sand – The Story Unfolds
Cate Miller, Junior Reporter
Dec-05-2008
A section of the coastline in Trelawny where truckloads of sand were stolen in June. - Photo by Ketema Walker The police still remain silent on the matter of who stole 500 truckloads of white sand from a 64-acre property in Coral Spring,...

Sunset Kingston and ICAN launch project in Jones Town

Dec-03-2008
WHO: Sunset Optimist Club of KingstonWHAT: Launch of Sunset Kingston Jones Town Community Service ProjectWHEN: December 6, 2008; 10.00 a.m. – 12.00 p.m.WHERE: Jones Town School Background SUNSET OPTIMIST CLUB OF KINGSTON and...

HIV persons need human interaction
Cate Miller, Junior Reporter
Dec-03-2008
Moral choices fuelled by fear continue to create stigma around HIV positive persons in Jamaica.  For many December 1, marks the countdown to Christmas.  However, for an increasing number of others it is recognised as World AIDS Day. ...

Portmore Heart Academy hosts skills competition
Rasbert Turner, Gleaner Writer
Dec-02-2008
The Portmore Heart Academy in St Catherine hosted its open day and skills competition held last Friday at the Portmore Campus. With flexible lifestyle becoming the order of the day, the Heart Trust NTA highlighted that having a skill and...

Early Christmas treat lifts Holy Family’s spirit.
Kerry-Ann Bercher, Gleaner Online Writer
Dec-02-2008
  Eager, excited and elated students of the Holy Family Primary School greeted the Jamaican band CSharp, saxophonist Dean Fraser, the man from August Town, Dwayne Stephenson, and son of legendary reggae singer Jimmy Riley, Taurus Riley, as...

JAS celebrates ‘Eat Jamaican’ Day
Angella Chin, Gleaner Writer
Dec-01-2008
The Jamaica Agricultural Society (JAS) celebrated their 5th anniversary of "Eat Jamaican" Day at the Denbigh Showground in Clarendon recently. The function, which officially commenced at 11a.m.was under the distinguished patronage of Governor...

How can I obtain the titles for my father properties?

Dec-01-2008
Name: Hyacinth Jackson Question:My siblings and I Iive in the United States and Canada. My father passed away suddenly and he was in the process of selling properties in Jamaica. The titles cannot be found. How can we obtain the titles, so that the...

How can I be eligible for a mortgage?

Nov-28-2008
Name: Julie Question:I would like to purchase property but I am not a Jamaican national. I currently live in UK and would like to know if I would still be entitled to apply for a mortgage and is there a requirement to have lived in Jamaica for a...

JCF host Neighbourhood Watch Conference
Rose Dewar, Gleaner Writer
Nov-28-2008
Amidst torrential showers of rain in some parishes, the Jamaica Constabulary Force convened its 21st Annual National Neighborhood Watch Conference at the Kendal Camp and Conference Centre at Shooters Hill in Manchester recently. A large number of...

Scotiabank donates $500,000 to Kettle Appeal
Fiona Loney, Online Gleaner Writer
Nov-27-2008
Scotiabank Jamaica kicked off this year's Salvation Army Kettle Appeal with a $500,000 donation. At the launch recently, Major Commissioner Raymond Haughton, Territorial Commander for the Caribbean of the Salvation Army, said he feels excited and...

Allan Ottey beat St James High
Michael McLean, Gleaner Writer
Nov-27-2008
A double strike by Allan Ottey gave Ben Francis champions St James High, an easy 2-1 win over hard running Frome Technical in the final round of the quarter final in the ISSA/Pepsi/Digicel daCosta Cup at St Elizabeth Technical on Saturday. Ottey...

Voxpop: Is the Jamaican economy safe?
Shian Blackwood and Cate Miller
Nov-27-2008
The Go-local team went out into the Coporate Area recently to hear the views from the people about the Finance Minister's speech regarding the Jamaican economy. Question: Do you agree with Finance Minister Audley Shaw that the Jamaican economy is...

Bishop TD Jakes for Pastors in Action Leadership Conference.

Nov-25-2008
World renowned pastor and motivational speaker, Bishop TD Jakes will be the guest speaker at the ‘Pastors In Action’ Leadership Conference, which will be held on December 9 and 10, 2008 at the National Stadium, followed by a leadership seminar on...

Seeking information for Westmoreland JP

Nov-25-2008
Name: Doreen Williams Question:I am looking for the contact details of the Justice of the peace for the Farmpen District in the parish of Westmoreland.  I would be grateful for any information you could provide in this...

Awaiting land title

Nov-24-2008
Name: Crystal Question: I am a Jamaican living in Barbados. I have bought a piece of land in St Elizabeth but the lady that I bought the land from does not want to pay her halfof the lawyer's fee and change the title deed. I pay her all the money...

MultiCare Christmas Concert

Nov-19-2008
The MultiCare Christmas Concert will take place on Thursday, November, 27, 2008 at the University of the West Indies Philip Sherlock Centre for the Creative Arts starting at 1.00 p.m.  The two hour concert is being staged as a belated...

Obtaining title from Westmoreland Thrust

Nov-18-2008
Name: Peggy Question:How can I get my title from Westmoreland thrust, I bought the land about five years ago, and I have not receive the title? Answer:If you bought the land through an Attorney, you would have to contact your Attorney regarding...

US Embassy visa information, appointment system and Website

Nov-18-2008
The US Embassy's self-service website to schedule a visa appointment or to obtain information on how to apply for a visa becomes operational on Wednesday, November 19.  The website address is www.usvisa-jamaica.com and there is a US$10.00...

How can I get my title?

Nov-13-2008
Name: Liviene Question:How can I get my title? I purhase a lot of land from someone who only has aCammon Law title. I have a diagram and my receipt. Can I apply for a titleon my own? This is in Kitson Town, St Catherine. I purchased the land in...

Fabrini lauds Alparts Community Council
Rayon Dyer, Gleaner Writer
Nov-12-2008
Managing director of Alumina Partners of Jamaica (Alpart), Mr. Alberto Fabrini, has lauded the work of the company’s Community Council for the example that is being set by the members of the community-based group, particularly in the area of project...

Northwest Clarendon to benefit from improved water supply
George Henry, Gleaner writer
Nov-12-2008
Improvements in water supply for several areas in Northwest Clarendon are to come into effect shortly. This is the word from Michael Stern, Member of Parliament for the constituency. According to the MP, a contract for improvement to the Piece...

Uncle wants my name on his land title?

Nov-12-2008
Name: Sherene Bell Question:My uncle, who lives in the United States adopted me when I was 15 years old. I am now 22 years old and lives in Jamaica. He is getting older and is afraid that he will die soon. However, he wants me to seek...

Island Grill certifies youthful employees
Leethan Grandison, Youthlink Writer
Nov-10-2008
Some of the Island Grill graduates and choir members at the Stella Maris Pastoral Centre recently, who completed the NVQJ Customer Service Level 1 Certification.   Island Grill made head when it became the first Quick Service...

How can I obtain a title?

Nov-07-2008
Name: Teresa Question: I purchased a parcel of land 18 months ago through a real estate agent. Up to now, I have still not received the title deeds from vendor. I took the real estate agent advice to use vendor's in-house attorney. How do I go...

Parents' month: Be more aware and alert
Rose Dewar, Gleaner Writer
Nov-07-2008
During the month of November, all attention will be focused on parents. This will not be so because it is parents’ month, but rather because there is a dire need for parents to become more aware and more alert to what is happening to their children....

MultiCare Inter-Schools Competitions begin next week

Nov-07-2008
Some 800 students are expected to participate in the annual series of MultiCare Inter-Schools Sports Competitions which gets going on November 12 with the MultiCare Inter-Schools Volleyball Competition at the Foundation’s sports complex at Breezy...

Can foreigners purchase property in Jamaica?

Nov-06-2008
Name: M. Thompson Question:Can foreigners purchase property in Jamaica and live permanently? I have a South African friend who would like to do so. Answer:Property in Jamaica can be owned by foreign nationals. RATTRAY, PATTERSON,...

How can I obtain transfer of my father's land?

Nov-05-2008
 Name: Lee Question:Can I obtain transfer of my father's land to all seven children if a will was not made from abroad? Answer:If your father died without leaving a will, it means that he died intestate.When persons die intestate and leave...

Prime Minister presents award to GSAT student

Nov-05-2008
Prime Minister Bruce Golding (r) last Friday made a presentation to Jean-Paul Harrison (l) of St Jago High for being successful in his GSAT Examinations.  Jean-Paul is among thirteen students who will be receiving assistance during...

The Girl Scouts of Jamaica - World Scouting Month

Nov-04-2008
The Girl Scouts of Jamaica Christian faith based organization, founded August 5 and was officially launched on October 5 when the first promise ceremony was held. November is World Scouting Month: The Girl Scouts of Jamaica are members of the...

Jamaica lost a great music pioneer - says Bruce Golding

Nov-04-2008
‘Jamaica, and indeed the world, has lost another great music pioneer with the passing this morning of Byron Lee, one of the greatest band leaders ever to grace the entertainment stages of the world’, says Prime Minister Bruce Golding. Mr. Golding...

NHT compliance officers make contribution payment stress free

Nov-04-2008
“Home sweet home” is a comforting thought for anyone. As a caring employer, you want your workers to enjoy the comforts of home. Or, you may be self-employed and desire to see that dream house become a reality. But did you as an employer or self...

Alton Ellis Funeral Service

Oct-31-2008
The funeral service for Alton Ellis, the singer regarded, as Jamaica’s greatest proponent of Rocksteady music, will take place at the St. Andrew Scots Kirk United Church at 43A Duke Street in downtown Kingston on Monday 3rd November 2008, starting...

Immaculate 150th Anniversary takes to the streets

Oct-30-2008
The Immaculate Conception family of schools once again rolls out another in its series of activities to mark its 150th year.  This time they are going walking!  Yes, a commemorative walk will trace the history of the school as it journeyed...

Patrons ‘get down’ at Heineken Good Times
Nedburn Thaffe, Gleaner Writer
Oct-29-2008
The popular retro party series Heineken Good Times, dubbed ‘Get down on it’ made landfall in Margaritaville, Ocho Rios, for the fourth time Friday night, leaving hundreds of vivacious Good Times fans panting for more. In staying true to its...

Harbour View edge Boys' Town
Arthur Green, Gleaner Writer
Oct-29-2008
It took a 65th minute Masilina Blackburn-goal to change the Boy's Town unbeaten status in the Digicel Premier League match-up of unbeaten teams at the Colley Smith Drive Oval on Sunday. The high-spirited first half, with Boy's Town Denzel Watson...

STETHS honours two Olympians
Rayon Dyer, Gleaner Writer
Oct-29-2008
St Elizabeth Technical High School (STETHS) honoured two of its past students, Bridgette Foster-Hylton and Sherika Williams, at an Olympic Homecoming function held at the school recently. The function was staged in the school’s outdoor auditorium...

JCDC awakes culture consciousness
Rasbert Turner, Gleaner Writer
Oct-22-2008
The Jamaica Cultural Development Commission (JCDC) continues to awake the consciousness of the youths with regards to their heritage, with their second Schools National Heroes Summit, where seven schools from across Jamaica gathered along with other...

Tacious Golden SCCCU Debating Champion
Rasbert Turner, Gleaner Writer
Oct-21-2008
Tacious Golden High School in St. Catherine is the 2008 St Catherine Co-operative Credit Union (SCCCU) Debating champion at a match held in Spanish Town on Thursday, October 16, 2008. The rural St Catherine team defeated Dinthill Technical in the...

Belair School celebrates 40th Anniversary

Oct-17-2008
Belair School celebrated its 40th anniversary with an Awards Ceremony last weekend and by all account it was a grand success. Muna Heaven, Keynote Speaker and Belair School past student and contestant in the Donald Trump's "The...

What is the process to change the title to my mother's name?

Oct-17-2008
Name: Carol   Question:My grandmother died some years ago leaving a property.  My mother is her only child and she now wants to sell the property.  There is a title in existence but it is in my grandmother’s name.  What is the...

Purchasing a property with Common Law Title

Oct-16-2008
Name: Edward Clarke Question: How can I purchase a property that only has a common law title? Also, would I get a registered title? Answer: Property can be purchased in Jamaica with a common law title.  However, please note that the...

Purchasing a property with Common Law Title

Oct-16-2008
Name: Edward Clarke Question: How can I purchase a property that only has a common law title? Also, would I get a registered title? Answer: Property can be purchased in Jamaica with a common law title.  However, please note that the...

Can the title be legitimate?

Oct-15-2008
  Name: Gosford Daley Question:My grandaunt died a few years ago and left her property to a friend now deceased, whose name appears on the title. The title has a Sunday date on it, as the day of the transaction. Can this title be legitimate...

Knox College celebrates Founders’ Day
Rose Dewar, Gleaner Writer
Oct-13-2008
When approaching the administrative department building at Knox College (High School), a newly painted mural on the wall signals attention to the pictures of two renowned men. The late Mr. Lewis Davidson, the founder and the late Mr. David Bent, the...

KINGSTON MAGAZINE launched

Oct-09-2008
KINGSTON MAGAZINE is a publication that highlights the unique hospitality of the Caribbean through culture, entertainment and current affairs. This dynamic first class magazine features international celebrities and provides a wide array of...

Cuba seeks aid for hurricane victims

Oct-07-2008
As you might have already known, our sister island has been severely impacted by the passage of back to back hurricanes Gustav, Hanna and Ike, whose trail of destruction have been likened to a  ‘nuclear strike’ by the leader of the revolution...

Preserve the drains - Stop Blocking
Rose Dewar, Gleaner Writer
Oct-02-2008
Drains, culverts, gullies or any other name by which they may be called, are vessels or receptacles used to collect and lead away excess water that runs from properties and from the road to prevent erosion, flooding or damage to agriculture,...

NHT amnesty offers 60 percent for the month of October

Oct-02-2008
Starting October 1, the NHT will offer 60 percent relief on penalty to companies and self employed persons whose contributions are in arrears up to March 31, 2008. This relief will be applied once companies pay up outstanding contributions by...

Police urge parents to keep children safe
Shian Blackwood, Gleaner Online Writer
Oct-01-2008
With the gruesome murder of 11 year old Aakim Scott, whose dismembered body was found stuffed in a plastic bag on Tuesday, September 16, a day after he was reported missing and the disappearance of a grade-six student of Swallowfield Primary and...

Comrade Dr Peter Phillips and his political career

Sep-29-2008
Portia whips Peter again in PNP leadership contesthttp://www.golocaljamaica.com/readarticle.php?ArticleID=11130 PNP fallout begins - Two Phillips supporters quit, another...