Jamaica Gleaner

The Gleaner Company Ltd is a newspaper publishing business based in Jamaica. It was founded in 1834 by Joshua and Jacob De Cordova. The main product of the company is The Gleaner, a morning broadsheet that is released six days a week. Additionally, they produce a Sunday edition called the Sunday Gleaner, along with an evening tabloid known as The Star. The company also offers weekly editions that are distributed in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom.

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Court orders Scotia to repay Gloria’s $3.5 million

3 days ago | jamaica-gleaner.com | Livern Barrett

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Defence wraps, prosecution to start closing arguments

5 days ago | jamaica-gleaner.com | Christopher Thomas

Published:Saturday | May 10, 2025 | 12:09 AM Western Bureau:With two witnesses, who were slated to testify on behalf of two of the three police personnel charged in the 2014 beating death of Mario Deane, failing to put in an appearance at the Westmoreland Circuit Court yesterday, the defence formally closed its case.
Producer says get ready for Jafaican laughter

5 days ago | jamaica-gleaner.com | George Ruddock

LONDON: Fredi Nwaka, the UK-based writer, director and producer, is excited about his new film Jafaican which is set to hit UK cinemas on May 20. The title, which has a spin on ‘Jamaican’, is mainly because the storyline is about a small-time London crook, Gary Buckle (played by Peter Andre), who jets off to Jamaica to pull off a high-stakes heist and gain some money to take care of his nan (grandmother). The film’s description says, “Buckle’s plan unravels into islandwide chaos.
Cops give unsworn statements rejecting witness’ claims

6 days ago | jamaica-gleaner.com | Christopher Thomas

WESTERN BUREAU:Three police officers charged in the 2014 beating death of Mario Deane gave unsworn statements from the dock on Thursday in the Westmoreland Circuit Court despite their legal team opting not to present a formal defence. Corporal Elaine Stewart and Constables Juliana Clevon and Marlon Grant are charged with manslaughter and misconduct in public office. Stewart also faces a charge of perverting the course of justice.
Attorney claims child jailed after withholding cell phone password

1 week ago | jamaica-gleaner.com | Livern Barrett

A 12-year-old boy is alleged to have been jailed overnight by cops in Trelawny after he refused to comply with their demand for the password to his cell phone. That’s the claim from the attorney for the child’s family. The series of incidents began in the community of Florence Hall, Trelawny, on April 24 and ended the following day, when the boy was released from the Falmouth Police Station without any criminal charge, according to Donnovan Collins, the attorney retained by the family.
INDECOM lead investigator says Deane’s cell was tampered with

1 week ago | jamaica-gleaner.com | Christopher Thomas

WESTERN BUREAU:Mollie Plummer, a former senior investigator with the Independent Commission of Investigations (INDECOM), testified on Tuesday in the Westmoreland Circuit Court that the cell where Mario Deane was fatally beaten in August 2014 appeared to have been cleaned before she arrived. Plummer was part of the INDECOM team assigned to investigate Deane’s death.
KPH CEO denies use of ‘noxious fumes’ after A&E disruption

1 week ago | jamaica-gleaner.com | Livern Barrett

A chemical used during routine preventative maintenance at the Kingston Public Hospital (KPH) last Friday inadvertently entered the Accident and Emergency (A&E) Department, prompting its temporary relocation, according to CEO Barry Graham. He was speaking after a statement by the People’s National Party (PNP) on Monday claiming that “noxious chemical fumes” forced the closure and emergency evacuation of the A&E Department.
Emotional send-off for Usain Bolt’s dad

1 week ago | jamaica-gleaner.com | Christopher Thomas

WESTERN BUREAU:While fighting to keep his emotions in check, Jamaican athletics icon Usain Bolt yesterday credited his father, who operated a grocery shop in their home community of Sherwood Content, Trelawny, with teaching him the value of respect for others. “When it comes to respect, anyone who knows me knows that I am very respectful … that is one of the biggest lessons I learnt from my dad.
Beulah Apostolic Church gets ready to celebrate 70 years

1 week ago | jamaica-gleaner.com | George Ruddock

LONDON: THE BEULAH Apostolic Church UK will celebrate its 70th anniversary with a four-day conference-style event at the Marriott Hotel in Leicester to reflect on its journey from humble beginnings. The event will also be used to craft plans for the future as the church continues to expand its membership.
Lawyers warn mandatory sentences may undermine justice principles

1 week ago | jamaica-gleaner.com | Livern Barrett

A group of legal experts has suggested that the Government rethink punitive legislative trends and pursue comprehensive, evidence-based strategies to reduce violent crime. The suggestion by the Advocates Association of Jamaica (AAJ) comes days after the Senate approved significant increases in the mandatory minimum sentences for capital and non-capital murders that will keep convicted killers in prison for up to 50 years.