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407 fewer murders

Police commissioner says performance not a marginal improvement

Jason Cross | Reporter

December 30 12:20 AM

407 fewer murders

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High commission moves to keep Melissa aid flowing as duty waiver nears end

Alicia Dunkley-Willis | Senior Reporter

December 30 12:18 AM

High commission moves to keep Melissa aid flowing as duty waiver nears end

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Comedians thrill patrons at Christmas Comedy Cook-up

Kevin Jackson

December 30 12:16 AM

Comedians thrill patrons at Christmas Comedy Cook-up

Cricket, ...

T20 World Cup will be crucial for Sammy, says Bishop

December 30 12:14 AM

T20 World Cup will be crucial for Sammy, says Bishop

Basketball, ...

HOME SWEET HOME?

JaBA hunt $44 million in bid to host FIBA World Cup qualifiers

Daniel Blake | Sports Writer | blaked@jamaicaobserver.com

December 30 12:12 AM

No place like home

Lifestyle, ...

Wedding Planning Like a Pro: Tools and Tips to Keep You Sane

December 30 12:10 AM

Wedding Planning Like a Pro:

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Committee member Carlene Edwards encouraged by FIFA experience

December 30 12:08 AM

Committee member Carlene Edwards encouraged by FIFA experience

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JPS ups power restoration effort

...72 specialised vehicles arrive in Montego Bay

December 30 12:08 AM

JPS ups power restoration effort

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Celine Dion with the Stewart family

February 9, 2012

Canadian songstress Celine Dion (centre) was the toast of the recently concluded Jamaica Jazz and Blues Festival at the Trelawny Multi-purpose Stadium...

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Cleaner diesel next four months

BY BRIAN BONITTO Associate Editor — Auto and Entertainment bonittob@jamaicaobserver.com

February 9, 2012

JAMAICAN motorists may soon be able to purchase low-sulphur diesel within the next few months, according to the state-run oil refinery Petrojam. "It i...

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PHOTO FINISH: Full Throttle

February 9, 2012

Used-car dealers across the Corporate Area turned the throttle up for the Jamaica Motor Show at the Police Officers Club on Sunday, January 22, 2012. ...

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VIDEO: Key Motors displays new models

Brian Bonitto

February 9, 2012

KEY Motors — local exclusive dealer of Hyundai vehicles — showcased their newest offerings to public at the Liguanea branch of the Bank of Nova Scotia...

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Three-peat for Powell

BY JARMILA JACKSON Observer writer

February 9, 2012

MONTEGONIAN Jordan Powell walked away with an incredible hat-trick of wins at the second Jamaica Millennium Motoring Club (JMMC) sprint event at Badda...

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Ford CEO stays put

February 9, 2012

DETROIT, Michigan, (AFP) — Ford chief executive Alan Mulally said yesterday that he has no plans to leave the automaker as he announced the retirement...

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‘Classics’ for Manchester this Sunday

Brian Bonitto

February 9, 2012

THE Jamaica Classic Car Club will make its way to the cools climes of the Manchester Golf Club in that parish on Sunday. And, according to the club's ...

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The Electrogen, a rear-view glance

February 9, 2012

(Italic)The following is some feedback to our lead story Fast & Fumeless about Montegonian Paul Hurlock's creation, the Electrogen. I'm excited Okay. ...

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ADA motor show for March

BRIAN BONITTO Associate Editor — Entertainment and Auto

February 2, 2012

KENT LaCroix, chairman of the new-car umbrella group Automobile Dealers Association (ADA), said plans for this year's annual motor show are in high ge...

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Drivers gear up Sunday sprint

Jarmila Jackson

February 2, 2012

JAMAICA's top-tier Dirt Sprint Racers are gearing up for some high-speed action this Sunday at the Badda Badda Raceway in Priory, St Ann. The location...

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LOVE BUG MOVEMENTS

February 2, 2012

AMERICAN disc jockey Patti Zagranis is a 'Love Bug' lover like no other. During her lifetime, she has owned no fewer than 10 VWs. Now, retiring in Jam...

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GASOLINE PRICES

February 2, 2012

87 $ 99.31 +$0. 23 per litre 90 $ 100.96 +$0. 23 per litre Diesel $102.88 +$0.94 per litre Marketing companies and service stations will add their res...

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Photo Finish – AUDI EXTENDED

February 2, 2012

Even though the dust has settled from the recent launch of the 2012 Audi A6 at the Sandals Hangar at Tinson Pen Aerodrome, here are a few moments our ...

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VIDEO: MIDDAY INTRO FOR NEW HONDA CR-V AND CIVIC

BY BRIAN BONITTO Associate Editor — Auto and Entertainment

February 1, 2012

A group of specially invited media personnel were on-hand for the midday launch of the 2012 Honda CR-V and 2012 Honda Civic on Wednesday at the Pavili...

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FAST & FUMELESS

BRIAN BONITTO Associate Editor Auto and Entertainment

January 26, 2012

KNOWN in Montego Bay as a top entertainer and businessman. Paul Hurlock is quietly carving out a name for himself as an inventor. But, he insists musi...

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GASOLINE PRICES

January 26, 2012

87 $ 99.08 +$0. 96 per litre 90 $ 100.73 +$0. 96 per litre Diesel $101.94 +$0.50 per litre Marketing companies and service stations will add their res...

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TRUCK TALES

January 26, 2012

OF the scores of vehicles which were on display at the Jamaica Motor Show at the Police Officer's Club, Hope Road last Sunday, one vehicle stood alone...

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Lyn upbeat about show

January 26, 2012

IF the enthusiastic crowd for last Sunday's Jamaica Motor Show at the Police Officers Club was a yardstick, things may be looking up for the used-car ...

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Kyle crowned king

BY JARMILA JACKSON Observer writer

January 26, 2012

CHAMPIONS of Motorsports in Jamaica gathered in the second city recently to celebrate a successful 2011 at the annual Jamaica Millenium Motoring Club ...

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EVENTS IN OVERDRIVE

January 26, 2012

FEBRUARY SUN, FEB 5 DIRT RACE Dirt Race/JMMC Sprint number 2 at Badda Badda Raceway in Priory, St. Ann on February 5, 2012. FEB 11 PRIZE GIVING The na...

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Photo Finish – AUDI ENCORE

January 26, 2012

It was an elegant evening when the 2012 Audi A6 made its Jamaican debut at the Sandals Hangar, Tinson Pen Aerodrome, last Wednesday. Here are a few mo...