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With many people still struggling to cope with the devastation caused by Hurricane Melissa, the Government will be hosting 2 additional locations for this year's fireworks festival, as part of efforts to uplift spirits. The popular event will be held tonight in its usual areas, Kingston, Ocho Rios and Montego Bay, with the new festivals slated for Black River and Negril.

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The main suspect in a case of rape at the College of Agriculture Science and Education (CASE) in Portland was killed during an alleged confrontation with police today.

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Experienced  Sports  Journalist  Donald  Oliver is  dead

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Stacious, Ishawna, Razor B, Ikaya and Renee Six Thirty, are among the entertainers sending congratulatory messages to dancehall artiste Kiprich and his partner Kizzy after the pair announced on boxing day, that they were expecting their first child together.

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Global technology brand TCL has donated 100 43" televisions to support recovery efforts in communities across Jamaica that were most severely impacted by hurricane Melissa.

In a statement, TCL emphasized that the units were selected for their practical value in communal environments such as shelters, schools and community centres.

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Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness has called on the National Solid Waste Management Authority (NSWMA) to step up public education on dealing with waste .

He cites as an example, how citizens deal with household and travel waste.

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President of the Jamaica Teacher's Association (JTA) Mark Malabver, says the dates for the continuation of salary negotiations with the government are to be set in the first week of January .

He made the disclosure during an interview with IRIE FM News.

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A number of hotels sustained damage during the passage of hurricane Melissa in October, and some remain closed for refurbishing.

Mr. Jarrett says as a result, the smaller properties have been benefiting.

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Second Vice President of the Small Business Association of Jamaica Denise Williams also encouraged them to have the requisite documentation. 

The business owners are also urged to digitize their operations.

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Many schools, particularly in western parishes, remained closed or reduced school hours after the devastation caused by the hurricane.

Mr. Malabver says with the right support for teachers, the learning loss can be minimized.

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