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Classic Foods That Were Made Popular During Wartime
The Daily Meal - New York
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July 9, 2025
War has always impacted food supply. Throughout history, it's been equally responsible for food shortages and dietary innovations. Food scarcity amongst civilians on the home front and the need to efficiently feed soldiers on the front lines have...
Boston City Councilor wants CT Sun sold to MA investors: What he said
Worcester Telegram & Gazette - Massachusetts
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Michael P. Norton A Boston City Council member is pushing for the Connecticut Sun to relocate to Boston. The Sun, owned by the Mohegan Tribe, are reportedly for sale and Boston is vying to become their new home. While some groups are interested in...
Montego Bay To Benefit From Hosting CARICOM Meeting
Jamaica Information Service
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June 29, 2025
Mayor of Montego Bay, Councillor Richard Vernon, says the city stands to benefit significantly from hosting the 49th Meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), slated for July 6 to 8 at the Montego Bay...
Janice Clarke turns dream into reality with Jamaican eatery in downtown Louisville
WHAS 11 - Kentucky
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July 9, 2025
Clarke fulfills her dream by opening Elliment Restaurant in Louisville, bringing Jamaican vibes and cuisine to life. LOUISVILLE, Ky. — “One Love! One Heart! Let's get together and feel all right.” Those are not just the lyrics from Bob Marley’s...
WATCH: Man shot by police in Manchester, victim’s relative says political stand-off triggered incident
Jamaica Observer
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July 6, 2025
MANCHESTER, Jamaica — A man was shot and injured by the police during an alleged confrontation in Fine Grass, north east Manchester on Saturday following a reported standoff between supporters of the two main political parties over the placing of...
‘I have won their hearts’
The Gleaner
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June 29, 2025
Declaring that he has been “tried, tested and proven”, St Catherine South Eastern Member of Parliament Robert ‘Big Rob’ Miller says he has won the hearts of the people of the constituency through his unrelenting work and interactions with...
Book lovers take note: These are the 10 best bookstores around Boston
The Boston Globe - Massachusetts
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What makes a good bookstore? A wide selection of titles, of course, a knowledgeable staff, a solid roster of literary events, that bookstore smell — all mandatory. But these shops, including some exceptional new players on the scene, made The...
Councillor Worrell wants full-court-press for WNBA team
Dorchester Reporter - Massachusetts
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July 9, 2025
Calling for local sports fans and investors to target the Connecticut Sun, a Boston City Council member says his "very excited" colleagues will "absolutely" approve his resolution Wednesday to support the presence of a professional women's...
Will Florida avoid similar setup that lead to Chantal?
Pensacola News Journal - Florida
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The tropics are quiet right now, with no activity expected over the next seven days. Saharan dust and wind shear are helping prevent tropical systems from developing. AccuWeather forecasters are keeping an eye on an area for potential tropical...
Teen boys among four arrested in Manchester praedial larceny bust
Jamaica Observer
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July 5, 2025
Three stolen cows recovered during a praedial larceny bust on Friday in Mile Gully, Manchester. MANCHESTER, Jamaica — Two boys, ages 16 and 17, are among four people arrested by the police during praedial larceny operations where three stolen cows...
‘The time is now': Boston city councilor calls for a WNBA franchise in the city
NECN - Massachusetts
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Calling for local sports fans and investors to target the Connecticut Sun, a Boston City Council member says his "very excited" colleagues will "absolutely" approve his resolution Wednesday to support the presence of a professional women's...
Other people arrived at Maitland’s apartment before Indecom
Jamaica Observer
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July 9, 2025
Constable Noel Maitland leaving the Supreme Court in downtown Kingston on Tuesday, and heading back to lock-up as his trial continues. Maitlaind is charged with murder following the disappearance of his 24-year-old social media...
Rockfort Mineral Bath still not ready
The Gleaner
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July 9, 2025
After five years of closed gates and shifting timelines, the long-promised reopening of the Rockfort Mineral Bath has again been postponed, this time to the end of July, causing disappointment among hopeful patrons. This promise was made early...
Advisory on Developments in The Middle East
Jamaica Information Service
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June 24, 2025
The Government of Jamaica is closely monitoring escalating tensions and heightened instability in the Middle East. Jamaican nationals are strongly advised to avoid non-essential travel to the region, particularly to countries experiencing armed...
New York-JFK Vs. LaGuardia: Which Airport Has More Delays?
Simple Flying
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July 9, 2025
JFK Airport and LaGuardia Airport are two of the world's most famous airports. These are two of the three airports serving the New York City metropolitan area (the third being Newark Airport in New Jersey). JFK is essentially the world's gateway...
PICA urges Portlanders to utilise new office in Port Antonio
The Gleaner
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June 28, 2025
The Passport, Immigration and Citizenship Agency (PICA) is encouraging persons in Portland and surrounding areas to utilise its new office in the parish. Located at shop 1-3 at #21-23 Harbour Street in the heart of Port Antonio and offering full...
Senate Passes Tougher Praedial Larceny Law To Safeguard Farmers
Jamaica Information Service
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June 28, 2025
The Senate, on Friday (June 27), passed amendments to the Praedial Larceny (Prevention) Act, aimed at combatting the theft of agricultural produce, livestock and fish. Piloting the Bill, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Senator the...
NYS Parole Board to weigh release of ex-gang member who murdered rookie cop Edward Byrne in 1988
New York Daily News
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July 8, 2025
The case of David McClary, one of four men convicted of murdering rookie Police Officer Edward Byrne in 1988 — a killing that came to symbolize that decade’s lawlessness in New York City — comes before the Parole Board for the eighth time this...
New DCS Recruitment and Training Centre a Game Changer – Commissioner Mason
Jamaica Information Service
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June 23, 2025
Commissioner of Corrections, Brigadier (Ret’d) Radgh Mason, has hailed the Department of Correctional Services (DCS) Recruitment and Training Centre as a “game-changing addition to our infrastructure” that will reshape the future of Jamaica’s...
PICA Encourages Portlanders to Utilise New Office in Port Antonio
Jamaica Information Service
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June 27, 2025
The Passport, Immigration and Citizenship Agency (PICA) is encouraging persons in Portland and surrounding areas to utilise its new office in the parish. Located at shop 1-3 at #21-23 Harbour Street in the heart of Port Antonio and offering full...