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Updated 21 hours ago by Mickalia Kington/Gleaner Writer

NCDA concerned over increase in ganja among minors out west

Western Bureau:

More children in Westmoreland have been referred to the National Council on Drug Abuse (NCDA) in the first five months of this year than in any complete year since at least 2023, with marijuana use emerging as a commonly used substance among minors.

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Fatal police shooting in Quarry Hill, Spanish Town, INDECOM investigating
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Veteran agriculturalist Everett Hyatt appointed JACRA Director General
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Man accused of fatal stabbing of nephew during World Cup dispute gets $700,000 bail
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FID secures forfeiture of over J$2 million in two court cases
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Gov’t reaffirms commitment to Project ‘STAR’ with new $200 million partnership
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JTA decries conditions at hurricane-damaged schools eight months after Melissa, wants urgent action

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