Jamaica Star

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 16:31:41 -0500
Sagicor contractors charged with defrauding company granted bail
The four Sagicor Group Jamaica Limited contractors accused of defrauding the company out of $130 million were each offered $850,000 bail when they appeared in the Kingston and St Andrew Parish Court today.

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 15:43:47 -0500
Leoda Bradshaw and co-accused in murder of Paulwell's daughter and her mother denied bail

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 15:25:54 -0500
Escapee from Barnett Street lock-up fatally shot by police
One of the men who escaped from the Barnett Street Police Station in St James last week, was shot and killed by lawmen during an operation to apprehend him on Thursday.

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 13:25:58 -0500
Danielle Rowe's killer gets life in prison
Former dental assistant Kayodi Satchell, who pleaded guilty to slashing eight-year-old Danielle Rowe's throat last year, was in tears this morning as she was sentenced to life in prison.

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 11:44:21 -0500
Pregnant woman among two jailed in St Vincent for sharing nudes of another woman
KINGSTOWN, St. Vincent, CMC - A magistrate has sentenced to jail, two people  after they were found guilty of defaming a woman on Facebook and distributing nude photos of her on WhatsApp.

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 10:52:29 -0500
Alleged car thief shot and injured in Portmore
One of three alleged car thieves is now hospitalised after he was shot and injured by licensed firearm holders who reportedly thwarted an attempt to steal a car in Portmore, St Catherine.

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 10:29:40 -0500
Cop hit by motorist during traffic stop
A manhunt has been launched for the driver of a car that hit a policeman during a traffic stop yesterday in St Andrew.

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 05:01:27 -0500
13 years of torture - Domestic abuse survivor urges victims to overcome fear
For more than 25 years, Mary* has carried both visible and hidden scars of a harrowing marriage that felt more like a prison than a partnership. But, after enduring 13 years of domestic violence, she found the strength to leave, embarking on a...

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 05:01:15 -0500
Bolt’s Christmas magic - Usain’s treat brings smiles to Sherwood Content
Usain Bolt's Christmas treat has become the crown jewel of festive celebrations in his home town of Sherwood Content, transforming the community into a wonderland filled with joy, excitement, and the spirit of giving. Every Boxing Day, Waldensia....

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 05:01:26 -0500
Alecia King reflects on her miracle recovery
Just a few months ago, burn survivor Alecia King said she was at a dark place and was sinking into depression. But, currently, the teenager has made a full 180-degree turn - embracing her scars and smiling through them. The 19-year-old has moved.....

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 05:01:05 -0500
Battlefield turned into peaceful community - Norwood enjoys transformation
Norwood in St James, once a symbol of violence and unrest, has now emerged as a shining example of transformation, where peace reigns and the people finally feel free from the terror that once haunted them. The once-violent community is now...

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 05:00:59 -0500
Alex Johnson on a mission to transform seniors’ health
Alex Johnson is on a mission to revolutionise the lives of elderly Jamaicans, one meal plan at a time. Currently juggling his Masters of Public Health in Gerontology at The University of the West Indies (UWI) and a postgraduate diploma in...

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 05:01:34 -0500
Vendors want Ray Ray Ground cleaned up for Christmas
Vendors at the Ray Ray Ground area are urging Kingston's Mayor, Andrew Swaby, to prioritise the clean-up of their space as Christmas approaches. They expressed frustration over being neglected while other areas of the city are being tidied up...

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 05:01:23 -0500
Brown Stew King Fish
INGREDIENTS 6 pieces of sliced king fish 6 lady fingers/okra, slice 1 Scotch bonnet pepper, chopped 2 cloves garlic, crushed 2 scallion stalks, Julian 2 tbsp tomato ketchup 1 large tomato, chopped 1/4 oz soya sauce 1/4 oz browning 1/4 ginger,...

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 05:01:22 -0500
SMOKEY OXTAIL
Prep: Wash and pat dry oxtail and set aside INGREDIENTS Apple juice Walkerswood Jerk Seasoning Garlic Onion Pepper Pimento seed Ginger Scallion Thyme METHOD: Season oxtail and let rest overnight. Pan-sear oxtail, then add apple juice......

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 05:01:14 -0500
MAPLE GLAZED HAM
INGREDIENTS 3/4 cup maple syrup 1/2 cup brown sugar 3 tbsp mustard 1 tbsp orange zest 1 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary leaves 1 tbsp coarsely ground black pepper 1 (8lb) bone-in, fully cooked, spiral-cut ham, at room temperature DIRECTIONS 1....

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 05:01:08 -0500
STARSCOPE
HOROSCOPE December 20, 2014 WHAT TO DO AND WHEN TO DO IT Entertainment and romance...................26th Domestic and family matters.................21st Bargain hunting and shopping................24th Selling...

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 17:49:44 -0500
Man fatally shot along Molynes Road
A probe has been launched by the St Andrew Central police into the shooting death of a motorist along the vicinity of Molynes Road this afternoon. A section of the area is now cordoned off following the incident.

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 16:54:32 -0500
Sir Patrick Allen recovering from spinal surgery
The Governor General of Jamaica Sir Patrick Allen is now recovering following a successful spinal surgery, according to a statement from King's House.

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 14:12:48 -0500
Over 2,819 hectares of damaged crops restored
More than 2,819 hectares of crops that were damaged by Hurricane Beryl and Tropical Storm Rafael have been restored.

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