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Late RJRGleaner CEO did not seek applause
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...suggests copying Belize’s Criminal Justice Board
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January 12 12:26 AM
Lawyer calls for permanent fix
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Promoter echoes call to honour reggae stalwarts before they pass on
BY HOWARD CAMPBELL Observer senior writer entertainment@jamaicaobserver.com 
January 12 12:26 AM
Let them smell their ‘flowers’
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Everard Owen Observer Writer editorial@jamaicaobserver.com 
January 12 12:25 AM
Public health dept wants more garbage trucks for Portland
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Dover residents say flooding worse than Melissa, blame lack of drain cleaning
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January 12 12:24 AM
From hurricane escape to flooded fate
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BY HOWARD CAMPBELL Observer senior writer entertainment@jamaicaobserver.com 
January 12 12:24 AM
Singer Kenneth Roxborough dies at 78
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January 12 12:22 AM
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Entertainment, Music, Teenage
January 5, 2024
LOS ANGELES, United States (AP) — Britney Spears is shooting down rumors of a new album, vowing to "never return to the music industry". At the same t...
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Howard Campbell 
January 4, 2024
James "Jimmy Solo" Howard, who played a key role in the development of West Kingston's music scene, died December 28 at age 80. His son, Dr Dennis How...
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Kevin Jackson 
January 4, 2024
Veteran dancehall artiste Delly Ranx says the return of rhythm juggling is welcomed. The deejay, who is known for producing a string of hit rhythms ov...
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BY KEDIESHA PERRY Observer writer entertainment@jamaicaobserver.com 
January 4, 2024
The Ruins at The University of the West Indies, Mona campus, was jam-packed on December 23 as patrons partied the night away at the last staging of th...
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Kevin Jackson 
September 22, 2023
Despite working several jobs before he got signed to a major label, music was always the first love for King Cruff. After all, he has music in his DNA...
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Howard Campbell 
September 19, 2023
When deejay Troy Bronxz was approached to contribute a song to the My Turn rhythm he had no difficulty coming up with lyrics to Ex Man, which he says ...
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September 15, 2023
Dancehall artiste Lannlord is in an upbeat mood as he promotes his new Afrobeat single titled Forever. "I've always wanted to record an Afrobeat track...
Entertainment, Music, Teenage
BY KEDIESHA PERRY Observer writer entertainment@jamaicaobserver.com 
June 22, 2023
Dancehall artiste D'Yani has gained hold of a large female following. Though known for his sultry tracks and suave image, he believes his ability to b...
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Howard Campbell 
November 20, 2022
THIS year marks singjay Sasique's 10th anniversary in the music business. It has been a career of highs, lows and frustration. But the saucy artiste's...
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November 6, 2022
T yrone Downie, a pivotal member of Bob Marley and The Wailers, died in Kingston on Sunday at age 66. The Wailers disclosed the organist/keyboardist's...
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Kevin Jackson 
October 7, 2022
THE promoters of 'BADDISH' are hoping to attract lovers of soca and dancehall music at the first staging scheduled for Friday, October 14 at Ocean Bou...
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September 28, 2022
With 25 years of experience under his belt, recording artiste Mikey Xodus has high hopes that he will leave an indelible mark in the music industry. "...
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September 9, 2022
US-based, Jamaican-born gospel artiste Ockeino Grant does not believe in limiting himself to any genre of music. "I grew up listening to various genre...
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April 29, 2022
AFTER spending several months on the island producing her self-titled sophomore album, recognised chanteuse Ala.Ni is the headliner for this evening’s...
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April 29, 2022
Local TikTok sensations Annatasia and Tannatasia Mills, collectively known as the T&A Twins, have hit a newer height of success after collaborating wi...
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March 31, 2022
On Thursday the Jamaica Observer identified this woman, Keisha Cunningham, as a relative of the late Donald “Tabby Diamond” Shaw, lead singer of regga...
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AP 
June 2, 2020
Zoom booms as pandemic drives millions to its video service Zoom Video Communications is rapidly emerging as the latest internet gold mine as millions...
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June 1, 2020
NEW YORK (AP) Though Black Out Tuesday was originally organized by the music community, the social media world also went dark in support of the Black ...
COVID-19, News, Teenage
BY CANDIECE KNIGHT Staff reporter knightc@jamaicaobserver.com 
May 29, 2020
WHILE many lament the harsh economic effects of the dreaded COVID-19 virus, one innovative St Catherine teenager is smiling all the way to the bank. S...
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Charlene Buchanan 
April 19, 2020
Our teen years don't last forever and whether that news elicits a sigh of sadness or a sigh of relief, it's our job to make the best of those years. S...
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April 19, 2020
Being shut in all day and all night might have you confused, so here's your reality check: it's late April. The novel CoronaVirus (COVID-19) continues...
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April 14, 2020
A new competition is seeking to engage YOU - even as you remain at home during the battle to contain the coronavirus outbreak - on the pivotal matter ...
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Anthony Smith remembered for weighing decisions carefully, balancing firmness and humanity
BY ALICIA DUNKLEY-WILLIS Senior staff reporter dunkleywillisa@jamaicaobserver.com 
January 12, 2026
Late RJRGleaner CEO did not seek applause
...suggests copying Belize’s Criminal Justice Board
BY ALICIA DUNKLEY-WILLIS Senior staff reporter dunkleywillisa@jamaicaobserver.com 
January 12, 2026
Lawyer calls for permanent fix
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Promoter echoes call to honour reggae stalwarts before they pass on
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January 12, 2026
Let them smell their ‘flowers’
Everard Owen Observer Writer editorial@jamaicaobserver.com 
January 12, 2026
Public health dept wants more garbage trucks for Portland