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'A voice for disability' - Young man with Cerebral Palsy plans to start his own business

Published:Wednesday | November 30, 2016 | 12:00 AMTamara Bailey

MANDEVILLE, Manchester:Some may remember Roshane Foster from a previous Gleaner article as the young man who, though born with cerebral palsy, was setting trends and making strides: becoming the first Rotaract member with special needs, successfully...

The birthing of twins - Part 2

Published:Thursday | November 24, 2016 | 12:00 AMTamara Bailey

Everything made Sherrina Richards' pregnancy with twins different from her first.It was a whole new experience and each time an obstacle was overcome, several others came to light and made the process much harder."The symptoms started much earlier...

The work of witnessing - Part 2

Published:Thursday | November 24, 2016 | 12:00 AMTamara Bailey

Manchester, Jamaica Last week, we highlighted the work of Christians in the field of witnessing and explored how Jesus carried out his evangelical work. This week, we will look at what exactly Jesus requires of us as servant leaders.According to...

Keeping it real with Sara-Kaye Mighty

Published:Thursday | December 1, 2016 | 12:40 PMTamara Bailey

Christiana, Manchester:Many people believe that when one becomes a Christian life automatically becomes less burdensome and everything gets easy. But the truth is, when one surrenders one's life to God, the devil will do everything in his power to...

Jamalco Refurbishes Administrative Block at Manchester Infirmary

Published:Wednesday | November 23, 2016 | 10:27 AMTamara Bailey

GREY GROUND, Manchester:Staff members at the Manchester Infirmary will now be able to operate in ease and comfort as their work space has been renovated and retrofitted with all the items needed for their proper functioning.The first floor of the...

Manchester police to meet political candidates today

Published:Sunday | November 20, 2016 | 12:00 AMTamara Bailey

MANDEVILLE, Manchester: With the local government election just a week away, Superintendent of Police for Manchester, Wayne Cameron, is appealing to all political candidates and campaign managers to seek the support of the police and be fully...

The birthing of twins -Sherrina Richards Story – Part 1

Published:Thursday | November 17, 2016 | 12:00 AMTamara Bailey

Though plans are made and work is done to ensure those plans come to fruition, life is filled with unpredictable moments, and sometimes, one can never truly prepare for what is to come.When Sherrina and her husband brought their first child into...

The work of witnessing - Part 1

Published:Thursday | November 17, 2016 | 10:10 AMTamara Bailey

Manchester:It is no secret that a number of individuals who were on fire for Jesus have lost their zeal and have adapted to the ways of the world or have become nonchalant in service. But young preacher Brendon Coleman says all hope is not lost and...

From media to ministry - Lincoln Liking's story

Published:Thursday | November 10, 2016 | 12:00 AMTamara Bailey

Mandeville, Manchester Church for his mother, with whom he grew up, was never a necessity as she believed that persons having been exposed to a number of religious ideologies, had to find their way. Media relations was his passion and if someone...

Green in heart, soul and attire

Published:Friday | November 11, 2016 | 7:25 PMTamara Bailey

David 'Green' Reid could not miss the opportunity to see his councillor-candidate for Mandeville, Manchester, be nominated yesterday as it is a tradition he has enjoyed during local government election periods over many years.It is also tradition...

Ridgemount United Church launches national counselling programme

Published:Thursday | November 10, 2016 | 9:39 AMTamara Bailey

Mandeville, Manchester:The church plays a number of roles, and among them are being as a moral compass and a site of refuge for many individuals who are hurting and in need of a reformation.The Ridgemount United Church, in partnership with the...

It's not an easy road - Thompson

Published:Wednesday | November 9, 2016 | 12:00 AMTamara Bailey

MANDEVILLE, Manchester:The sun was extremely hot and umbrellas and books became the main source of shade for the students of Manchester High School who waited for the arrival of their beloved alumnus, double Olympic gold medallist, Elaine Thompson,...

Parents plead for ailing daughter

Published:Thursday | November 3, 2016 | 12:00 AMTamara Bailey

Manchester, Mandeville,:At just 18 years old, Rachel Barrett is looking forward to a life filled with opportunities which will allow her to pursue her dreams. But her heart was broken into a million pieces four weeks ago, when she received news of a...

'Small Shops Big Businesses' :Helping Rural Entrepreneurs Expand

Published:Wednesday | November 2, 2016 | 10:53 AMTamara Bailey

MANDEVILLE, Manchester:The number of individuals who wake up daily with the idea of establishing a business is probably too many to mention, but the number of businesses that are actually established and sustained can be easily counted.But why is...

Risky renovations - Mandeville homeowners put tenants at risk with building expansions

Published:Wednesday | November 2, 2016 | 12:00 AMTamara Bailey

AS THE number of university students and young professionals moving into Manchester continues to rise, several homeowners have been renovating their houses to cash in on the influx of prospective tenants without thoughts of safety or the requisite...

Josephine Gayle: The Mother of all children

Published:Thursday | October 27, 2016 | 12:00 AMTamara Bailey

MANDEVILLE, Manchester:When the name Josephine Gayle is mentioned in her circle of friends, associates, family members, co-workers, and past students, the attributes determined, high achiever, selfless, hard-working and devoted are just a few that...

We are ambassadors of God - pastor

Published:Wednesday | October 26, 2016 | 1:55 PMTamara Bailey

MANDEVILLE, Manchester:In a world marred by sin and shaped in iniquity, it is easy for individuals to become depressed and lose hope in Jesus, but Pastor Latoya Smythe-Forbes is today giving hope to the hopeless and encouraging children of God to...

The prayerful fight against breast cancer- Pauline Ellis' testimony

Published:Thursday | October 20, 2016 | 12:00 AMTamara Bailey

Green Pond, Manchester:The thought of being diagnosed with a life-threatening illness is scary for many individuals, and their hope is to never face such a fate.But what of those who have been so diagnosed and are told to arm themselves for a fight?...

Melvin Powell puts service above self

Published:Wednesday | October 19, 2016 | 12:00 AMTamara Bailey

COMFORT, Manchester:He is loved by many and admired by all as a man who is actively engaged in the business of moulding minds and positively transforming lives.Melvin Powell has given 46 years of his life to serving in the education sector; most of...

A couple with vision: Hargreaves Memorial celebrates 10 years of excellence

Published:Wednesday | September 28, 2016 | 11:27 AMTamara Bailey

MANDEVILLE, Manchester:Before Calvin and Sylvia Lyn took ownership of the Hargreaves Memorial Hospital, the establishment was in a debilitating state and many thought those who sought to invest in it would be making a big mistake.But through their...

The Vitalytes on a mission for God

Published:Thursday | September 22, 2016 | 12:00 AMTamara Bailey

Mandeville, Manchester:Picture this: two young men patrolling the streets of their respective communities and adjoining areas as members of gangs and later ending up being detained for participation in criminal activities. Then picture them years...

Who Are Saints?

Published:Wednesday | September 14, 2016 | 12:00 AMTamara Bailey

MANDEVILLE, Manchester In cynical tones, many refer to others as saints because of the portrayed lifestyle of perfection - the 'goodie two-shoes' that couldn't hurt a fly and acts too holy, some may say. But according to the Reverend J. Oliver Daley...

Flaneil's steady rise to the top

Published:Wednesday | September 14, 2016 | 12:00 AMTamara Bailey

NEW FOREST, Manchester:Well-spoken, humble and bursting with potential are just a few words to describe young Flaneil Plummer, though they may do her no justice.One could not simply have a sit-down with her and not beam with pride at the brilliance...

Rohan Lee serves with divine purpose

Published:Thursday | September 8, 2016 | 12:00 AMTamara Bailey

Mandeville, Manchester:He has lost a lot of associates and has seen a reduction in some business opportunities and potential earnings, but Rohan Lee says the joy experienced from walking with the Lord is incomparable to that which he experienced...

'An awesome feeling' - Yashane lost for words over CSEC results

Published:Monday | September 5, 2016 | 12:00 AMTamara Bailey

Mandeville, Manchester:Though she got up at five every morning to make a two-and-a-half-hour trip from Trelawny to deCarteret College in Mandeville, Yashane Brown never wavered in her academic excellence.Her persistent spirit and desire to make her...

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