THE EDITOR, Madam: The recently held ISSA/GraceKennedy Boys and Girls’ Athletics Championships (Champs) was a huge success. In fact, this annual athletic display has been attracting various teams from some of our Caribbean neighbours. Many of the...
THE EDITOR, Madam: Every week the prices of retail goods on supermarket shelves seem to move in a northerly direction, usually by a few dollars. Jamaica’s cost of living is currently too high, which has been the sad reality for way too long....
THE EDITOR, Madam: There is an emerging trend that has taken over funerals, where vendors use their cars or set up tents on the sidewalks, or sometimes on the church’s property. This trend demonstrates a lack of respect and sanctity for churches...
THE EDITOR, Madam: I was deeply distressed to learn of the stabbing incident involving the 17-year-old student of Jamaica College at the ISSA/GraceKennedy Boys and Girls’ Athletics Championships, as reported in The Gleaner article of March 28....
THE EDITOR, Madam: The Gleaner dated March 30 published a letter to the editor headlined ‘Are people turning to scamming out of desperation’, written by Abigail Edwards. The writer wrote inter alia, “Further, the lack of viable alternatives and...
THE EDITOR, Madam: The prime minister’s (PM) recent contribution to the 2024-2025 Budget Debate in Parliament on March 21, made a significant announcement regarding the Government’s commitment to banning the discharge of effluent into the Rio...
THE EDITOR, Madam: One of the selling points of the narrative recently sponsored by the Biden administration, in its effort to bring the conflict in Gaza to what the current Israeli government considers a premature end and victory for Hamas, is...
THE EDITOR, Madam: Teachers hold significant responsibility in shaping the future of the society. However, in recent years, there has been a growing concern that the concept of ‘teaching from the heart’ has been lost. Teachers seem to no longer...
THE EDITOR, Madam: Recent studies have highlighted the potential of artificial intelligence (AI) in enhancing the teaching-and-learning process. However, to fully harness its benefits, educators and students alike must be trained in its use, akin...
THE EDITOR, Madam: I am writing to shed some light on a perspective often overlooked in the discourse surrounding informal economies and the stigmatisation of certain professions in Jamaica. This viewpoint considers the struggles of windscreen...
THE EDITOR, Madam: I write to express my deep concern regarding the unacceptable turnaround time to receive laboratory test results. In today’s fast-paced world, where timely medical information can be critical, the delays we are experiencing are...
THE EDITOR, Madam: There is a proverb that goes “cleanliness is next to godliness”. If this statement were to be taken literally, the streets of Mandeville would be far away from God. As someone who doesn’t live in Mandeville, but commutes there...
THE EDITOR, Madam: Could the wife of President Joe Biden, were she a sitting US senator, become Speaker of the House in the US Congress? Yes, she could, but, it would never happen. Why? Because the wife of the president of the United States,...
THE EDITOR, Madam: I write to bring attention to the increasing rate of teenage pregnancy in Jamaica. Despite efforts to address this issue, it remains alarmingly high with significant social, and economic consequences for the country. Too many...
THE EDITOR, Madam: I write to you today as a concerned citizen, deeply troubled by the persistent issue of youth unemployment in our beloved country. The challenges faced by our young people in accessing employment opportunities, education, and...
THE EDITOR, Madam: I am writing to implore the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) to establish a Mobile Crisis Unit staffed with social workers to provide support during mental health crises. This innovative approach will signify a significant step...
THE EDITOR, Madam: As we commemorate the Coral Gardens Uprising of 1963, let us never forget that Rastafarian farmer Benjamin ‘Rudolph’ Franklyn was shot and killed by the police on that mournful Holy Thursday on April 11 over the unsettled issue...
THE EDITOR, Madam: Unfortunately, World Down Syndrome Day, observed on March 21, passed without a buzz in our local space. This year’s theme was ‘End The Stereotypes’. The day is designated to promote awareness about Down Syndrome and to assist...
THE EDITOR, Madam: The Jamaica Urban Transit Company (JUTC) serves as a vital lifeline. However, a pressing concern persists – the cleanliness, or lack thereof, inside JUTC buses. It’s essential to acknowledge that while newer buses in the fleet...
THE EDITOR, Madam: The state funeral of Canada’s 18th prime minister (PM), Brian Mulroney, was probably what all television viewers expected on March 23. Held in the midst of a snowstorm, and lasting about three hours under Roman Catholic rites...
THE EDITOR, Madam: In August 2015, The Gleaner published my article titled ‘St Thomas star of the east’. This was the year when St Thomas celebrated the 150th anniversary of the Morant Bay Uprising led by our National Hero Paul Bogle. This...
THE EDITOR, Madam: On March 21, the Mustard Seed Communities, supported by various government agencies, exemplified true hospitality. It warmly welcomed and committed to caring for 59 Haitian children with various disabilities, alongside their...
THE EDITOR, Madam: I am writing to express my concern regarding pedestrian safety, particularly the scant regard for traffic rules at stop lights by drivers. As someone who frequently walks, I have observed numerous instances where drivers fail...
THE EDITOR, Madam: As it relates to dealing with the matter of crime and violence it would seem as a society we are always looking for a ‘scapegoat’ in the Office of the Police Commissioner, and by extension, the entire force. Currently, we are...
THE EDITOR, Madam: The escalating crime and violence in Jamaica are frightening. These incidents not only pose a threat to the safety of our citizens, but also to the democratic values we hold dear. The high levels of crime and violence are...
