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Wayne Wonder, Busy Signal to be named Reggae Icons at Grand Gala
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Wayne Wonder, Busy Signal to be named Reggae Icons at Grand Gala
Miguel Thomas | Opinion Editor | thomasm@jamaicaobserver.com 
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Wayne Wonder, Busy Signal to be named Reggae Icons at Grand Gala
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Alicia Dunkley-Willis | Senior Reporter 
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BY RACHID PARCHMENT Digital sports coordinator parchment.jol@gmail.com 
August 6 12:12 AM
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Rise in mental health cases, says St Mary police
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Rise in mental health cases, says St Mary police
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Rise in mental health cases, says St Mary police
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Shan’s Crispy Fried Chicken Tacos
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Next take my crispy fried chicken and turn it into a fun, flavour-packed taco! These tacos combine crunchy fried chicken with fresh homemade salsa, cr...
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CLA bullish on future of medicinal ganja industry
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CLA bullish on future of medicinal ganja industry
BY JONN STEWART Observer intern editorial@jamaicaobserver.com 
August 6 12:08 AM
THE Cannabis Licensing Authority (CLA) is upbeat about the future of Jamaica’s legal ganja industry which has grown significantly since introduced jus...
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‘A show of creative patriotism’
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‘A show of creative patriotism’
Mother, daughter authors present culture minister with award-winning Jamaican culinary book
August 6 12:08 AM
‘A show of creative patriotism’
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A man of integrity
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A man of integrity
Glowing tributes for Dean Peart, whose ‘legacy will never die’
Kasey Williams | Reporter 
August 6 12:07 AM
A man of integrity
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WATCH: Parliamentarians laud Ghana president’s visit to Jamaica as ‘significant’ and ‘timely’
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WATCH: Parliamentarians laud Ghana president’s visit to Jamaica as ‘significant’ and ‘timely’
August 4, 2026
KINGSTON, Jamaica—The President of the Republic of Ghana, John Dramani Mahama, is now in Jamaica for his official state visit and is a special guest o...
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Mona Heights to mark independence with annual flag-raising ceremony
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Mona Heights to mark independence with annual flag-raising ceremony
August 4, 2026
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Residents of Mona Heights and members of the public are being invited to the community's annual Independence Day flag-raising cere...
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Police announce traffic changes for Grand Gala celebration
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Police announce traffic changes for Grand Gala celebration
August 3, 2026
KINGSTON, Jamaica —  The police are advising citizens who will be attending the 2026 Independence Day Grand Gala celebration at the National Stadium o...
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Jamaica to host Ghanaian president, South African minister for Emancipation and Independence
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Jamaica to host Ghanaian president, South African minister for Emancipation and Independence
July 29, 2026
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Jamaica will welcome President of the Republic of Ghana, John Dramani Mahama, and South Africa's Deputy Minister of International ...
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Elton Earlington eyes Festival Song Competition glory with ‘Proud A Jamaica’
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Elton Earlington eyes Festival Song Competition glory with ‘Proud A Jamaica’
July 24, 2026
While in Accra, Ghana, for the Hands Across Africa show in 2022, Elton Earlington saw a euphoric scene that made a lasting impression on him. “My drea...
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Jamroc Dept unveils limited-edition collection celebrating Jamaica 64
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Jamroc Dept unveils limited-edition collection celebrating Jamaica 64
BY KEDIESHA PERRY Observer writer 
July 11, 2026
As Jamaica prepares to celebrate its 64th year of Independence in August, local streetwear brand Jamroc Dept is marking the occasion with a limited-ed...
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New York All White Jerk Fest to celebrate Jamaican culture during America’s 250th anniversary of independence
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New York All White Jerk Fest to celebrate Jamaican culture during America’s 250th anniversary of independence
June 30, 2026
On July 4, the United States marks its 250th year of independence. Dubbed the Semiquincential, celebrations include observing the country’s diverse po...
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Jamaica must complete the unfinished circle of independence — Buchanan
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Jamaica must complete the unfinished circle of independence — Buchanan
June 26, 2026
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Opposition Spokesperson on Youth and Human Rights Isat Buchanan has reaffirmed the Opposition's support for Jamaica becoming a rep...
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BVI not ready for independence, says Premier
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BVI not ready for independence, says Premier
March 5, 2026
TORTOLA, British Virgin Islands (CMC) – Premier of the British Virgin Islands, Natalio Wheatley, says the territory must first strengthen public under...
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St Kitts and Nevis celebrates 42 years of independence
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St Kitts and Nevis celebrates 42 years of independence
September 19, 2025
BASSETERRE, St Kitts (CMC) — St Kitts and Nevis is celebrating 42 years of independence under the theme “Perpetual Progress – A Sustainable Future in ...
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Hundreds attend Jamaica’s independence celebration in India
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Hundreds attend Jamaica’s independence celebration in India
September 12, 2025
Hundreds turned out at Andaz Delhi on August 29, 2025 as the Jamaican High Commission in New Delhi, India celebrated the Caribbean island’s 63rd indep...
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R Embassida bats for more recognition for the entertainment sector
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R Embassida bats for more recognition for the entertainment sector
KEVIN JACKSON, Observer writer 
August 12, 2025
Recording artiste R Embassida says the recognition of members of the entertainment fraternity by the government has been long overdue. Recently, Leroy...
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63rd ‘Jamaica Independence Madness’ set for today
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63rd ‘Jamaica Independence Madness’ set for today
BY KEDIESHA PERRY Observer writer 
August 6, 2025
MANCHESTER, Jamaica — The 63rd Jamaica Independence Madness celebration will feature a combination of attractions and competitions for residents of Ed...
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Police announce traffic changes for Grand Gala celebration
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Police announce traffic changes for Grand Gala celebration
August 5, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica — The Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) is advising the public that several traffic changes will be in effect to facilitate the 2025 ...
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Police urge caution on holiday as road fatalities increase since 2025
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Police urge caution on holiday as road fatalities increase since 2025
August 5, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica — With the Independence holiday fast approaching, the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) is reminding motorists to be extra cautious o...
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Capleton upbeat about national honour at Grand Gala
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Capleton upbeat about national honour at Grand Gala
BY KEVIN JACKSON Observer Writer 
August 5, 2025
Veteran entertainers Capleton, Beres Hammond and Leroy Sibbles, will be the recipients of national honours at Wednesday’s staging of the Grand Gala at...
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Opposition spokesperson on culture calls for full disclosure of Independence celebration costs
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Opposition spokesperson on culture calls for full disclosure of Independence celebration costs
July 29, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica - People’s National Party Spokesperson on Culture and Creative Industries, Deborah Hickling Gordon, is calling on the Minister of Cu...
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Sizzla headlines Jamaica’s Independence celebrations in Lauderhill
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Sizzla headlines Jamaica’s Independence celebrations in Lauderhill
BY KEVIN JACKSON Observer Writer 
July 10, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica- The tradition of celebrating Jamaica’s Independence is not restricted to local shores. As a matter of fact, it’s a permanent fixtur...
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Seven vie for top prize in Independence foreign song contest
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Seven vie for top prize in Independence foreign song contest
June 5, 2025
The final of the fifth Jamaica International Independence Foreign Song Competition (JIIFSC) takes place on July 26 in Snellville, Georgia with seven a...
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In debut book, Sharon Gordon gives insight into post-Independence Jamaica
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In debut book, Sharon Gordon gives insight into post-Independence Jamaica
BY HOWARD CAMPBELL 
May 18, 2025
Straight off the bat, Sharon Gordon tells you that Sheribaby , her first book, is not a memoir. It is, however, inspired by her childhood in Rollingto...
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UWI professor lauds Jamaica’s move toward republicanism as a bold step forward
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UWI professor lauds Jamaica’s move toward republicanism as a bold step forward
April 9, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Dr Lloyd Waller, director of the Sir Arthur Lewis Institute of Social and Economic Studies (SALISES) at The University of the West...
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Barbados celebrates 58 years of political independence
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Barbados celebrates 58 years of political independence
December 1, 2024
BRIDGETOWN, Barbados (CMC) – Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley has appealed to Barbadians to reflect on the sacrifices of those who have gone before and...
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Wayne Wonder, Busy Signal to be named Reggae Icons at Grand Gala
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Wayne Wonder, Busy Signal to be named Reggae Icons at Grand Gala
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Rise in mental health cases, says St Mary police
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Rise in mental health cases, says St Mary police
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