April 28, 2009
Star News

12-y-o tried to poison her mom? - Allegedly gave her rat bait in porridge after being disciplined
“A mother who attempted to discipline her 12-year-old child came within inches of losing her life when the child allegedly attempted to kill her by placing rat poison in her food. The mother wept openly while she related.... read more
Complainant in 'Bungles' hearing was wired

The complainant in the extortion case against Superintendent Harry 'Bungles' Daley was wired for six months with a mini-camera to record the meeting and handing over of alleged protection money....

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PNPYO vows islandwide demonstration

The People's National Party Youth Organisation (PNPYO) has promised an islandwide demonstration if there is no promising word from Prime Minister Bruce Golding by Wednesday.

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ACP Kameka case set for Thursday

The case of the three men charged with the murder of Assistant Commissioner of Police Gilbert Kameka has been set for mention on Thursday.

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Trial for cop on murder charge set for May 18

Police Constable Lascene Edwards, who is charged with the murder of the mother of his child, Aldonna Harris, is to return to the Home Circuit Court on May 18 when his trial will begin.

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Measures in place for swine flu - health ministry

Officials from the Ministry of Health have sought to assure the nation that measures have been implemented to ensure that the country is able to respond effectively to any cases of swine flu that may develop locally...

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NEWS BRIEFS

Four arrested for firearms - The Spanish Town police on Sunday arrested and charged four men for breaching the Firearms Act when two firearms in their possession at Parrot Drive...

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Shop wiser and smarter - Householders under pressure from new taxed items and services

Shoppers and householders, already under pressure from the deteriorating economic conditions, will now have to shop wiser and smarter in light of the new items that have been added to the list of taxable goods and services.

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