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The announcement was made by President and Chief Executive Officer at the Jamaica Public Service (JPS) Hugh Grant. The town has been without power since October 28, when it was devastated by Hurricane Melissa.

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The deceased is 31-year-old businessman Jomo Trowers from Cedar Grove Knockpatrick. Reports are that shortly after 9:00 PM the men were at Trowers' business establishment, when a gunman approached the group and fired several shots hitting them.

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This in an effort to assist with the clean up of debris across parishes ravaged by Hurricane Melissa. Speaking during the handing over ceremony, Executive Director of the NSWMA, Audley Gordon said while tipper trucks are not typically in high demand during day-to-day operations, they have become essential following Hurricane Melissa.

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With mere hours to go before the biggest grand market in Jamaica takes centre stage in Brown’s Town St. Ann, operators of Bass Odyssey sound system are calling for the nation to come together and rebuild Jamaica this festive season.

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At least two of the parishes hardest hit by Hurricane Melissa are gearing up for customary Grand Market celebrations today.

This follows the widespread devastation mainly across western parishes by the category 5 system on October 28.

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The devastation resulted in the closure of some resorts and there is concern about how this will impact other businesses. The Tourism Ministry is ramping up efforts to get visitors to Jamaica for the winter season.

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The Social Development Commission (SDC) will spearhead the process. Several churches across the island were damaged or destroyed during the passage of Hurricane Melissa on October 28.

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Consumers continue to grapple with higher prices for vegetables and other provisions due to supply shortages and disruptions caused by hurricane Melissa.

This also comes at a time when people seek to increase their shopping and preparations for the festive season.

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Bank of Jamaica Governor Richard Byles says it will be difficult for Jamaica alone to rebuild in the next three years, following the destruction caused by Hurricane Melissa.

The damage to critical infrastructure – including roads, houses, factories, schools, other buildings, the electricity grid and other public and private assets – amounts to approximately US$8.8 billion or more than 40% of GDP.

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The Clarendon Health Department will be providing psychosocial support, for the Rocky Point community, following the recent triple murder.

Last Thursday night, the police were alerted, to an incident, at a residence in the community.

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