Arrangements are being made for the shelter occupants at Petersfield high school in Westmoreland to be relocated to another section of the school.

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While many churches will be hosting the traditional watch night services tonight, some in the hurricane ravaged parishes have had to adjust the service time, due to safety concerns.

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Traditional New Year's Eve balls are planned for many hotels in areas not badly affected by Hurricane Melissa.

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Several residents have been staying at the institution since Hurricane Melissa destroyed or damaged their homes. Earlier this month, the residents were told that they have until today to leave the facility as the institution begins clean-up ahead of the new school term in January.

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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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