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Fabulously Jamaican This lady was showing off her patrio c spirit in the colors of Jamaica's flag at the recent Jamaica Grand Independence Ball. Photo Credit: Uriah Benne

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The Immaculate Concep on High School (ICHS) Florida Alumni showed off their colors at their Independence Party in aid of their “Rebuild for the Future” campaign for the reconstruc on of ICHS' Food and Nutri on Labs.

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Lauderdale Lakes endorses Marcus Garvey Rootz Extravaganza Lauderdale Lakes Mayor Hazelle Rogers presented a proclama on to Rootz Founda on Inc. at the City Commission chamber. (l-r) Vice Mayor Veronica Edwards Phillips, Commissioner Beverly Williams, Rootz Founda on Vice President Ras I. Jabulani Tafari, Lauderdale Lakes Mayor Hazelle Rogers, Rootz Founda on President Priest Douglas Smith, Commissioner Sandra Davey and Commissioner Gloria Lewis. Photo Credit: Marna Mobley

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Raquel Service takes her first walk as the Miss Jamaica Diaspora Queen 2017. Photo Credit: Luke Ballen ne

Queen and Runners-Up Miss Jamaica Diaspora 2017 Racquel Servie ©, flanked by 1st Runner-up Danasia Dyer (r) and 2nd Runner-up Dominique Shorter (l). Photo Credit: Luke Ballen ne

Sunrise Kiwanis County Commissioner, Nan Rich makes a check presenta on compliments of the Kiwanis Club of Greater Sunrise during their annual Scholar Award Ceremony. (l-r) Wylie Howard Jr., Principal of Whiddon-Rogers Educa onal Center, County Commissioner Nan Rich, student recipient Baker Thompson Vilmar and his parents, teachers Monique Purnell and Darlene Holland. In back, club representa ve Hope Bailey. Photo Credit: Luke Ballen ne

Independence Flair (l-r) Nina Hart, Nadine Harrison and Sandra Davis step out in fine style at the Jamaica Grand Independence Ball in Weston. Photo Credit: Uriah Benne

Twins These lovely ladies certainly made heads turn at the Hya Regency Bonaventure.

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Jamaica Grand Independence Ball Elgita Thompson-Mar n (front) with (l-r) Rev. Horace Ward, Mrs. Marcia Ward, Jamaica’s Deputy Consul General to Miami Dale Jones, Mrs. Carol Hemming, guest speaker Judge Norman Hemming, and former County Judge Ian Richards cu ng the Anniversary cake at the Hya Regency Bonaventure. Photo Credit: Uriah Benne

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Former UWI professor Bain wins lawsuit The Full Court in Jamaica on July 31 ruled in favor of former University of the West Indies Professor Brendan Bain.The case involved a wrongful dismissal lawsuit against the school's Mona campus.

In handing down the ruling, the court said Bain's dismissal from the institution was a breach of his right to freedom of expression. The court also ruled that the university must pay

Bain J$4.72 million in lieu of notice of the termination of his contract.

It ordered that any other sums that may have been withheld should be paid to him.

Bain, who was director at the Regional Coordinating Unit of the Caribbean HIV/Training Network (CHART), sued the university for J$40 million in 2014 for defamation of character, and breach of his constitutional rights, following his dismissal by the institution.

In an interview with the Jamaica Gleaner shortly after the ruling, Bain said he was relieved that the matter is over but asked for time to study the judgment before making further comment.

In addition to the defamation award, Bain sought nine months' salary for breach of contract. He explained that the nine months was the time left in his employment contract.

The UWI fired Bain after alleging that his constituents had lost confidence in him following his participation in a HIV/AIDS court case in Belize.

His dismissal sparked widespread public debate, resulting in several protests involving church and lobby groups, which called for a reversal of the university's decision.

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Diaspora conference lived up to promise Oliver Falloon-Reid, the alternate Southern USA Jamaica Diaspora Advisory board member, told Caribbean National Weekly that the Jamaica 55 Diaspora Conference in Jamaica lived up to its promise.

With the theme, “Partnering for Growth”, the biennial conference was held at Jamaican Conference Centre in Kingston from July 23 to 26.

Fallon-Reid of South Florida, former president of the Jamaica United Relief Association (JURA), said the conference was “an exciting, informative and rich experience.”

The conference saw over 1400 attendees over the four-day period. It concluded with a day of service on Thursday, July 27, and a Service Award ceremony on Saturday at the National Arena.

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Falloon-Reid said, “The 2017 conference continued to expand in scope and design, since the first 2004 conference. The Jamaican organizers intent to draw on the vast, and in some ways latent, potential of the Diaspora was obvious. It's evident Jamaica's public and private sectors wants the Diaspora to play a greater role in Jamaica's vision to be the place of

choice to live, work, raise families and do business.”

He admitted this vision may not be the personal aspiration of some Jamaicans who “have rooted themselves abroad, with no desire to return. But I believe the fervent expression of deep love of country by some in the Jamaican Diaspora, should oblige them to see this vision realized.”

According to Falloon-Reid, Jamaica's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, sponsors and organizers, “pulled out all the stops” to enable dialogue on major areas of interest and concern to Diasporans at the conference.

“I believe the Jamaican Government deserves high praise for this effort throughout the conference,” he said.

A number of topics were covered in several plenary sessions arranged to allow for maximum participation. Specific areas covered through various task forces or focus groups were previously established in past conferences and workshops. These included crime intervention

and prevention, education, health and social business enterprises.

“Admittedly, progress is being made. We have lots to be proud of as a people. I don't believe sufficient credit is being given to Jamaica for its progress despite the challenges it faces as an emerging economy.

Notwithstanding, there's much work to be done.

The Diaspora has no room for excuses,” Falloon-Reid stressed.

He is adamant that for the Diaspora to make sustainable contributions to Jamaica it “must be organized, formalized and structured.

Not just in our various local regions.The three major diasporic territories --- USA, Canada and the UK need to find synergies. This is needed in developing and sharing best practices, consolidating influence, mobilizing and engaging the interest of more people in the Diaspora. Only when the Diaspora is united can it have a meaningful developmental impact on the home country.”

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Jilted T&T husband sentenced to hang A High Court judge in Trinidad and Tobago, on August 1 sentenced two people, including a jilted husband, to hang for double murders 11 years ago.

Justice Malcolm Holdip sentenced Basdeo “Bas” Ramlochan and Siewkumar “Bobby” Chankapersad to death after a 12member jury took less than an hour to return the guilty verdict.

The men were on trial at the San Fernando High Court, for the murders of Sunita “Michelle” Ramlochan, 29, and her common-law husband Rahim “Bam” Abraham, 46, a car dealer.

The court was told that Ramlochan and his friend Chankapersad hired a hitman to do the killings, and that the couple died after

Basdeo Ramlochan, second from right, and Siewkumar Chankar Persad,\ centre, are escorted out of the San Fernando High Court

being shot in the bedroom of their Fyzabad home on October 15, 2006. The killer remains at large.

State attorneys Stacy Laloo-Chong and Anslem Alexander led evidence from police officers that Chankarpersad confessed to soliciting and paying a hitman, on behalf of his co-accused, to murder the couple. He gave the police an account of the role he played in the

slayings.

The State also heard evidence from an unidentified civilian witness that he was approached by Ramlochan on six occasions between 2004 and 2006 to help him find someone to carry out the murders.

The witness is a security guard whose identity was being protected. He testified that Ramlochan complained that he was having marital problems and his wife wanted to take his money, house and child. The court heard Ramlochan and Sunita eventually separated and got a divorce.

Ramlochan did not give evidence during the trial, but Chankapersad admitted to soliciting a man named “Strong” to carry out the murders for TT$30,000 and arranging for him to meet Ramlochan.

Both men were arrested by police in 2006.

Barbadian national appointed CEO of LIAT The cash-strapped regional airline, LIAT, on Tuesday announced the appointment of Barbadian Julie Reifer-Jones as its new Chief Executive Officer, just over a year after Englishman David Evans quit the post.

Reifer-Jones, an accountant, is the first woman to be appointed to head the airline, whose major shareholders are Antigua and Barbuda, Barbados, Dominica and St. Vincent and the Grenadines.

LIAT said that prior to joining the airline as chief financial officer in 2008,.

Reifer-Jones held several senior finance positions and has more than 25 years of experience in the fields of finance and management.

“Mrs. Reifer-Jones has served at LIAT in the number two position for some nine years and in that capacity has acted as CEO for extended periods on several occasions,” said the airline's chairman, Dr. Jean Holder.

“In addition to her familiarity with the people and culture of the region and her intimate knowledge of the company, her financial and academic qualifications should complement the practical experience of the airline industry she has acquired on the job. I wish her well as she

undertakes one of the most challenging assignments in the region,” he added.

Reifer-Jones said she was delighted with the appointment and is looking forward to delivering an improved level of service from LIAT to the region.

In a March 30 email to the airline's staff, Reifer-Jones said that LIAT “is going through a difficult financial situation and has implemented a schedule of delays for salaries for all employees over the next five months”.

She said financial delays are affecting all airline employees, including the executive team, and that the airline expects the situation to improve this summer.

Ruling in Austin 'Jack' Warner's case adjourned

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A High Court judge will deliver his ruling in September in a case which former soccer executive Jack Warner is challenging extradition to the United States on corruption allegations.

Justice James Aboud was originally scheduled to deliver his verdict on August 1, but lawyers for all parties told reporters that the judge adjourned the matter to a September date following the opening of the new law term.

Warner, 72, was released on TT$2.5 million bail when he made his first court appearance on May 27, 2015.

He is charged with 12 offences related to racketeering, corruption and money laundering, allegedly committed in the jurisdiction of the United States and Trinidad and Tobago, dating back to 1990.

Warner, in his claim, questioned the procedure adopted by the Office of the Attorney General in signing off on the US's request for his extradition made in May, 2105. It came at the end of the US Department of Justice's investigation into FIFA, soccer's governing body.

He is facing fraud and money-laundering charges related to his two decades as a FIFA vice-president.

Warner claims the case against him is politicallymotivated and accuses the United States of seeking revenge because it lost to Qatar in its bid to host the 2022 World Cup.

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What are your fondest memories of the day Jamaica gained independence?

Gwendolyn: – There was a celebration at Morgan’s Pass school in Clarendon. We celebrated the day dancing and singing and having a lot of fun. There was a lot of excitement. We didn’t know of any other country that had Independence, we didn’t even know what it was all about.

We had to wear the uniform, a special Independence uniform, the Madras Plaid. Everybody was dressed in that.

The girls wore the skirts with the white tops. We were given mugs and a little flag. Jamaica was blooming then.

Eric: Plantation – My 1962 memories were all about the great fun I had. The various street dances, skipping from one dance to the next in my bell foot pants. There were shows and skits about our culture too. Not fully understanding the real ramifications of gaining Independence from Great Britain and what it really entailed and how difficult it would be for the country. We bought our first black and white television set in 1962. I eventually sold it for money more than we bought it for.

Aster: Plantation – When Jamaica got its Independence, I was in London and we had a ball. London exploded as far as West Indians were concerned. It was the time of the Twist, and we had our parties going, ones in the street, and from one basement to another basement, and we were Twisting the night away. We had people coming from Bristol, Birmingham, all over, they just converged on London. That was a poignant moment in my life. I’m almost sure we had flags too, I think they were all made in England.

Eddy: West Palm Beach – I was 11 at Excelsior, we were in school singing and jumping up and down to, “Independence is good for the young and the old, good for the children too. Independence is good for the whole population, good for me and you. And I believe that if you try your best, it will be a great success. Let us live in unity for progress and prosperity...” We got flags, little green and gold aluminum cups, learnt the anthem, the pledge.

Parents got trees. My mother got a Poinciana, it grew to a big hell of a tree.

Eva: Plantation – I have so many wonderful memories of that momentous occasion and all the events leading up to that day. There were street dances, floats and parades, contests for the National Anthem and all types of celebrations. However, the highlight was the pride and emotion I felt watching the union flag lowered and the beautiful colors of the new Jamaican flag raised to the sounds of our new anthem.

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Olive: Miami – The Independence float. My sister was the queen on one of the floats which was connected to Hanna's stores. It traveled all around Kingston, it was really beautiful. It was a lot of excitement. I was on King Street waiting on the float and everybody had their little flags waving about. You had the float with the queen and all the ladies, you had music floats –Byron Lee was one of them, Kes Chin band; a float with Miss Lou and Mass Ran. Wherever you went, prople were so friendly, it didn't matter whether you knew them or not.

Hazel: Plantation – My husband and I, we never slept for the whole week. We went to all the parties. We went to Linstead, we had a friend from Ministry of Education, and we went to a party and we came back and just changed our clothes to go to work, and the following night again we were gone, so for one whole week we never slept.

Everybody was in the street; street parties, home parties.

Flags were all over the place, everywhere you went. We all had on our nice clothes, pleated skirts and flare skirts in those days. Everybody was well-dressed.

Patricia: Atlanta – I was quite young. In a sense it was a little solemn for me, maybe for others also because we were coming from being under the British ruling so it was a big change. We were in Port Royal at the Training school at the time. Daddy was in the Police Service in Training and Momma had gone to the States. We were living there on campus, and I can't remember if TV was around then, or if we were listening to it on the radio, but Daddy was away from us because he was in training and we were home on summer break.

Aylair: Sunrise – Both young and old Jamaicans were so happy to celebrate together, from all strata of society. There were parties in every parish, bands, song competitions; everybody bought flags and everybody dressed in the colors of the flag. Out of that came the Jamaican anthem, lignum vitae as the tree, ackee as the dish; dolls and all sorts of artistic things went into stores and hotels.

Everybody wanted to be Jamaican, even people living abroad. People from other Caribbean countries also came to help us celebrate.

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Jamaica has achieved, but more is needed For months, Jamaicans at home and in its Diaspora have been eagerly planning for the arrival of August 6. That's the official anniversary of Jamaica's 55th year of independence from Britain.

Unlike some other countries, including the United States who fought long, bloody wars to attain political independence, Jamaica received its independence through relative calm. Ironically, history will recall up to 1959 Jamaica's break from the British was not sought to become an independent nation, but as a member of the West Indies Federation.

It was Sir Alexander Bustamante's political craftiness, insisting on Jamaicans voting in a referendum that decided the fate of that federation. Most voted against that union and Jamaica's absolute political independence became a real possibility.

History will also recall there were Jamaicans, including leaders of the society, who believed the island was not ready for, and would not succeed, as an independent nation.

However, 55 years later history may have proved those naysayers wrong. Although the nation has faced some tough challenges, some still to be overcome, Jamaicans have successfully charted a national course.

The nation has been blessed with political leaders fully committed to its development.

Some of these leaders sought the well-being of Jamaica at great personal sacrifice. Each, in their own way, sought social-economic improvements.

In the 1960's, Jamaica was led through a period of economic prosperity under Bustamante, Donald Sangster and Hugh Shearer.

During the 1970's, under Michael Manley, the nation saw a period when significant social change was attempted to alleviate the circumstances of the poor. Arguably, attempts at this social change were too aggressive. The aggression led to regrettable widening and bitter political divisions in the country. It also led to the loss of some of the nation's monied class and intelligentsia to foreign shores.

In the 1980s, under Edward Seaga, the leadership sought to repair the financial and public sector, with limited success.

In the 1990's under Percival J. Patterson. leadership grappled with a changing world, one which became fiercely competitive striving to survive under globalism.

Globalism, more than anything else, has provided the greatest challenge to Jamaica, as it changed the normal way the nation conducted its economy. It required the introduction of new economic systems and infrastructure, resulting in the nation's political and economic leaders to learn on the run.

However, even as the leaders struggled with difficulties created by globalism, the early 2000's under Patterson, Portia Simpson Miller, Bruce Golding, and now Andrew Holness, have produced a confident nation. This confidence manifested itself in Jamaicans excelling globally especially in the areas, of sports, academia and culture.

Jamaicans, including the Diaspora, through their relentless achievements, have kept the Jamaican brand strong. These achievements have belied the size of the nation, and some have outdone citizens of First World countries.

Notwithstanding these achievements, very

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few Jamaicans would deny that even as the nation celebrates its maturity there's still much to be done. The social foundation is much too unlevel, still too wide a poverty gap between “haves and have-nots”. Crime begs a lasting solution, and the nation's youth needs more reason to hope.

The core of the nation's problem is economics. Without a strong economy, it will be difficult to alleviate poverty, have lasting prosperity, curb crime, and give the youth real hope.

As the nation progresses, some are urging leaders to place focus on economic independence. There are recommendations to place emphasis on development of a non-traditional economy based on industries like agriculture, food-processing, horticulture, music and culture, craft and sports-tourism.

Jamaica has much more to offer the world, while gaining significant economic benefit. There's an increasing call to further develop that unique Jamaican brand.

These ideas have been talked about often since 1962. There have been reams of paper written and discussed. Now, as the nation moves beyond 55-years, the focus must be on implementation.

The challenge is now for Jamaica and its expansive Diaspora to strive determinedly to discover, and develop the resources to adequately meet the needs of the nation.

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“CELEBRATING JAMAICANS AT HOME AND ABROAD”

One of the defining moments in the life of a country is the date on which it proclaims its independence to the community of nations.

It is a bold statement which encapsulates the dreams, aspirations and determination of a people to exert control over their own affairs. It is a declaration to the world of the desire to foster relations with other countries and to assume rights and obligations within the international system.

It is asserting national identity through various symbols to the world. As Jamaica celebrates its 55th year of Independence, we continue to aspire and dream while making our unique and indelible contribution to the global community, far beyond the confines of our natural borders.

This year, Independence is being celebrated under the theme “Celebrating Jamaicans at Home and Abroad”. This theme recognizes the innate and unshakeable bond that Jamaicans have with their homeland, wherever they are located in the world.

It also praises the contribution that Jamaicans have made, and continue to make, to nation-building, whether at home or in the various places in which they have settled.

Jamaicans have excelled in various fields and have risen to the pinnacle of

achievement in business, the arts, sciences, politics and sports. Make no mistake about it, Jamaica's influence on the world is tangible, and this is as a result of the strength, will and determination of the Jamaican spirit.

The Jamaica 55 Diaspora Conference that was held in July, recognized that Jamaicans across the globe have a role to play in the continued development of the country.

The theme, “Partnering for Growth”, reflects the point of convergence between the Diaspora and the Government of Jamaica to realize significant and sustainable economic growth and prosperity for Jamaicans.

Together, we can achieve the goals as reiterated in the Vision 2030 Plan, ultimately directed towards making Jamaica the place of choice to live, work, raise families and do business.

As we celebrate this 55th year of Independence, we also observe the 145th anniversary of Kingston as capital of Jamaica. It is opportune to reflect upon and embrace our colorful history, and honour the sacrifices of our forebears who laid the foundation for nation-building.

On behalf of the Government of Jamaica, it is with sincere gratitude that I acknowledge the contributions made by the hundreds of thousands of Jamaicans within the area of jurisdiction of the Consulate-

General to supporting various initiatives in Jamaica.

Through your actions we are reminded of the generous spirit of Jamaicans. At the same time, I acknowledge the many expressions of friendship extended to our people in the United States of America, where the cordial and respectful relationship between our nations and peoples continue to flourish.

Happy Jamaica 55!

Franz Hall Consul General of Jamaica, Miami

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George Barber, made their presence felt.

Jamaicans also became visible in American politics. Following the steps of CaribbeanAmerican pioneers like Shirley Chisholm, and New York Councilwoman Una Clarke, Hazelle Rogers was elected to the City of Lauderdale Lakes Commission in 1996, and later to the Florida House. Today, she is Mayor of Lauderdale Lakes.

Following the passage of the 1965 US Immigration Act which liberalized immigration to the United States, a new wave of migrants entered from Jamaica and the Caribbean.

The number of Caribbean immigrants was estimated at approximately one million between the 1970s and early 1990s, with approximately half coming from Jamaica.

During the 1970s, a vast number of Jamaicans migrated to the US, some claiming fear of a Socialist government led by Prime Minister Michael Manley; others fearful of an increasingly violent surge of crime. Others were unhappy with very tight economic conditions.

Several of these migrants sold their Jamaican assets, and moved entire families to the US, where they were mostly sponsored by relatives. At the time siblings, parents, spouses and children could sponsor relatives, and a significant number of Jamaicans took advantage of this.

One of the conditions to obtain a permanent visa in the 1970s and '80s, was that the migrant should prove that he/she could support themselves and not be a burden on the US Welfare system. Most of the migrants were able to do this, and many had skills which allowed them to quickly find jobs.

New York (particularly New York City) was the destination of choice for Jamaican migrants up to the 1970s. However, in the latter half of 1970 there was a gradual shift in this pattern with an increasing number of migrants coming to South Florida.

In the late 1970s and early 1980s, a large number of Jamaicans settled in South West Miami, mainly Kendall, Cutler Ridge and Perrine. A (rather loosely knitted) Caribbean community evolved, and was to some extent held together by displays of Jamaican culture, found in a number of Jamaican restaurants and shops like Island Delight in Kendall, Aunt I's, The

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There were Caribbean radio programs hosted by pioneers like Eddy Edwards, Ron Burke, Don Daley, Mike Andrews, (the late) Clint O'Neil, the Mighty Viking, and Winston Barnes, and newspapers led by Peter Webley. Special reference must be made to Winsome Charlton, who co-founded Hi-Class Promotions, that operated hours of Caribbean programs on WAVS AM radio, featuring “John T” of Morning Ride fame and Diana Wright.

Nightclubs operated by Jamaicans thrived, with Denzil 'JAMUSA' Silvera's Studio 54 on US1 in South West Miami, and the memorable Stinger Lounge in Miramar.

Not long after, a Jamaican community began growing in North West Miami, Miramar

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and Lauderhill in Broward. This gave rise to the development of a business community consisting of professionals – doctors, attorneys, dentists, realtors, accountants, and a plethora of restaurants. There were more nightclubs and shops, selling items Jamaican migrants were accustomed to.

In 1992, Hurricane Andrew struck South Florida. While it devastated South West Miami, destroying homes of thousands, including Jamaican-Americans, it did relatively little damage to Broward County.

The immediate result was a spontaneous migration of thousands of Jamaicans from ravaged South West Miami to Broward County, particularly to Pembroke Pines and Miramar.

Expansion was also taking place in West Miramar and West Pembroke Pines, and several Jamaicans bought homes, creating a large Jamaican populace in both cities.

The expanding Jamaican community in Broward County became a magnetic force to other Jamaican migrants. Most of the earlier migrants left relatives in the Caribbean who they could now file for as permanent residents. Not only were migrants flowing into South Florida from Jamaica, they came from Jamaican communities in Toronto and New York.

From the mid-'90s, Jamaican communities grew not only in Lauderhill, Pembroke Pines and Miramar, but in Sunrise, Lauderdale Lakes, Plantation, Cooper City, Coral Springs, Tamarac in Broward County; Boca Raton, Lantana, Lake Worth in Palm Beach County, and Tampa, Orlando, Winter Haven, and Melbourne in Central Florida.

Within a decade, the English-Jamaican community in Florida had grown from approximately 150,000 residents in 1982 to close to one million in 2010, including first, second and third generation Jamaican-Americans; and approximately 1.5 million across the US. Caribbean culture, depicted particularly in music and cuisine, had taken root in America. It was most evident in New York and South Florida. Jamaican entrepreneurs Patrick ChaFung and George Lee Sapp and developer

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This paved the way for election of other Jamaican-American officials including George Pedlar, Fitzroy Salesman, Winston Barnes, Astor Knight, Alexandra Davis, Wayne Mark Douglas and Maxwell Chambers to represent city commissions; Barrington Russell, former Mayor of Lauderdale Lakes and current Florida representative; (the late) Sam Brown, Mayor of Lauderdale Lakes and Wayne Messam, incumbent Mayor of Miramar; and Dale Holness, Lauderhill commissioner and incumbent Broward County Commission.

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Today, the Jamaican Diaspora in South Florida, Florida, and the US is making significant contributions to almost all aspects of American life. The community is increasingly respected and recognized as a political constituency.

However, all is not well with the Jamaican Diaspora. It can be much stronger, more cohesive, and a more effective community with a greater impact on the US federal political system.

It also has the potential to be a more influential business community. To fill the gaps within the Diaspora, it begs strong leadership and is hoped that this leadership will emerge soon.

Although many in the Diaspora may not have returned often, or at all to Jamaica since migrating, they remain firmly Jamaican. They are as proud as their compatriots in Jamaica at Jamaica's 55th anniversary of Independence.

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For older Jamaicans who have adopted South Florida as their home, this is some Jamaican nostalgia to give you a lighthearted ride back home. Ÿ

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Nutsy --- Peanut man also pushing his cart, with a whistle affixed. Selling peanuts in brown paper or cone shaped bags. Ÿ

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Teenage Dance Party – A popular program for teens on Jamaica Broadcasting Corporation radio, hosted by bandleader Sonny Bradshaw.

Skateland --- In Half Way Tree (Jamaica's Times Square), where the hip roller-skated to the hottest music.

Nightclubs like Glass Bucket in HWT and Sombrero on Molynes Road where we danced ska, rock-steady, reggae and soul music played by bands like Carlos Malcolm and the AfroJamaicans, The Vikings, Tomorrow's Children and Byron Lee and the Dragonaires.

Teens going to Carib Theatre in Cross Roads for Saturday evening matinees.

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Jolly Joseph (Jamaica Omnibus Service) buses that plied the streets of Kingston.

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Listening to a little sound box called Rediffusion, operated by Radio Jamaica with only one station.

Being allowed to travel outside of Jamaica with only US$55 in the 1970s.

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Catching 'peenie-wallies' (fireflies) in bottles for light on dark, rural roads.

Listening to the popular radio soap opera Dulcimina.

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Buying 'asham', grater cake, stretcher and 'tinkin-toe' from street vendors after school is out.

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Cheering your school at Manning Cop matches, and Boys and Girls 'Champs' at Sabina Park.

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Diving and swimming in the pool at Bournemouth Club in East Kingston, and attending dances at its club house.

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Watching the lone black and white television channel (JBC).

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The currency (Pound, Shillings and Pence) before decimalization (dollars) was introduced.

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One shilling cocoa-bread and patty, with sixpence “aerated water.”

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The popular public Gun-Boat Beach and picnics along the Palisadoes Road.

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Dancing on one of Jamaica's best dancefloors at Curphey Place.

Motor races at Vernam Field in May Pen, Clarendon.

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Buying curried goat at Champion House, and fried chicken at Johnson's Restaurant on Maxfield Avenue.

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Going to see 'triple-bill' movies at cinemas like Ritz, Rialto and Palace.

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Anticipating disaster when the four sevens clashed on July 7, 1977.

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Listening to 'Duppy' stories including 'rolling calf' from rural relatives.

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Eve and Christmas morning.

afternoon. Music by Kes Chin and The Souvenirs, and Boris Gardener.

Fudgie - The man pushing his cart, selling icicles and ice cream on a little stick - called a fudge - on hot summer days.

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Speedy Jerk Shop (best jerk pork ever) on Molynes Road.

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Radio announcers Charlie Babcock (The Cool Fool), Tony Verity, Roy Reid and Radcliffe Butler.

Popular department stores like Nathans, Times Store, London Shop and Issas on King Street, Kingston. Ÿ

Sound systems, Duke Reid the Trojan, “Coxsone Downbeat, Tom The Great Sebastian and VRocket.

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The iconic Myrtle Bank Hotel in Kingston patronized by society's elite.

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Red-Gal-Ring club in Stony Hill, dancing to the sounds of Merritone Disco.

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Dances at Silver Slipper in Cross Roads, and Chocomo Lawn on North Street.

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After-work dances at Victoria Pier on a Saturday

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Christmas Market on King Street on Christmas

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If Aisha Reid was paid a dollar each time she has been asked what part of Jamaica she's from, she would be rich enough to retire. Though born in South Florida to Jamaican parents, Reid has mastered their native dialect, known as patois.

“I always get asked the question, 'Where in Jamaica are you from?' People are always surprised when I tell them I was born and raised here because of how well I can speak patois and the knowledge I have of the culture, food, etc,” she told CNW. “Jamaican music alone was played in my household as well as the food that was cooked. From hamony corn porridge for breakfast to curry goat for dinner.”

Reid's father is from Harbour View, a middle-class community on the outskirts of Kingston, the Jamaica capitol. Her mother hails from St. Elizabeth, a rural parish in the country's southern region.

St. Elizabeth is home to a large population of German descent, as well as Maroons, descendants of rebellious Africans who won their independence from the British in the 18th century. Reid's maternal grandparents have a traditional 'practice' that served her mother well.

“My mother NEVER used to carry me to the doctor when I was sick as a child. Instead, she would cure me with her home remedies she grew up on in the country.

This was the way of life she knew even though she is a nurse, since my grandfather was a farmer and my grandmother was a stay at home mother raising their

10 children,” Reid explained.

A licensed cosmetologist, Reid also works in the entertainment business as a publicist/consultant with artists such as Inner Circle and events including Dubwise in Miami.

Her first visit to Jamaica was as an infant. She returned annually during school summer breaks.

“My mother NEVER used to carry me to the doctor when I was sick.

Instead, she would cure me with her home remedies she grew up on in the country. This was the way of life she knew even though she is a nurse, since my grandfather was a farmer and my grandmother was a stay at home mother raising their 10 children,” – Reid Those trips helped familiarize Reid with the country and diversity of her parents' backgrounds. With each visit, her appreciation for things Jamaican grew.

“It's multiple things that attract me. The spirit of Jamaican people, the love for music that we have, and the food! I find Jamaicans to be the funniest people I have ever encountered, and I know many would agree!” she declared. “The creativity they have as far as knowing how to make something out of nothing and the ability to survive. Jamaicans are definitely one of a kind, yet still Out of many one people.

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THE JAMAICAN

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Jamaica, like other Caribbean countries, has a variety of vegetation including herbs that is fixed in national lore for their alleged curative prowess. However, there are also many trees with leaves that have been used to treat a variety of illnesses and ailments. Some of them and their healing effects, are:

Ackee Leaves Ackee is popular as the culinary partner of cod fish, but its leaves are said to be useful to make tea for colds, flu, asthma and mucus congestion. When mixed with salt, the tea is also useful as a mouthwash for the oral disease, pyorrhoea and gum problems.

Trumpet Leaves A tea from the leaves can be used for toothaches, whooping cough, fever, and as a heart tonic. It is also used for asthma, hoarseness and to expel the placenta after childbirth.

Avocado Leaves

Breadfruit Leaves

The leaves (and bark) of the Avocado (or pear) tree are also useful to brew as a tea for colds, cough, asthma and high blood pressure. When heated and applied to the forehead, these leaves relieve headaches.

The leaves of the Breadfruit tree can be used to brew a tea that helps lower blood pressure and treat Diabetes.

Tamarind Leaves Are useful as a laxative and a gargle for sore throat. Tea made from the leaves is also useful for treating measles.

Leaf of Life The leaf of a succulent plant with a reddish tinge on its stem. The leaves have indented edges from which other small plants can grow. The juice from the Leaf of Life is used to treat colds and coughs and can be mixed with salt and/or honey to treat headaches, colds, bronchitis and high blood pressure. The leaves can also be heated to treat abscesses and swellings on the body.

Soursop Leaves The leaves of this popular fruit tree is alleged to have many healing effects. Lately, it has been spoken of as an effective natural source to treat a variety of cancers. In addition, the leaves are said to be useful for treating skin irritations and rheumatism by applying in crushed form. Soursop leaves can be brewed as a tea as a remedy for gall bladder problems, for coughs, catarrh, diarrhea, dysentery, fever and indigestion. It is used to treat inflammation and swollen feet when crushed. Also, the juice of the fruit when drunk is a useful remedy for urethritis, haematuria and liver ailments. Its root bark can be used as an antidote for poisoning.

We join our co-workers and residents in celebrating Jamaica’s Independence Day.

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Empowerment through poetry Regine Coicou captivates Pembroke Pines audience

by Chely Paul

The audience at Kasa Champet in Pembroke Pines remains captivated as she shares passages from various works. Love, self-awareness and hope seem almost tangible in the air.

Born in Spain, raised and educated in Haiti where both her parents are from, Regine Coicou lives in Florida. She embraced Haitian culture immediately, finding a passion for writing at an early age and using her creativity as a voice.

“I often took a different course from my childhood friends and classmates who found leisure in American soap operas. I developed a thirst for knowledge of my culture, and became a legalized Haitian at the age of 18, nothing was more beautiful than Haiti and being Haitian” she said.

Spending summers in Cap-Haitian, a commune on the north coast of Haiti, Coicou wrote poems that revived memories of her uncle, famous Haitian poet and playwright Massillon Coicou. Creativity and self-expression runs in the family; her son, Richy Samo, is a rapper.

“I find inspiration in anything and everything, from my dreams to the weather,” said Coicou.

Coicou

“I find inspiration in anything and everything, from my dreams to the weather,” Admired by many for staying true to her spiritual beliefs and undeterred by often negative views associated with Voodoo, a Haitian custom, Coicou finds an ethereal peace connecting with her ancestors.

Currently working on another novel and performing in South Florida, New York and abroad, she finds time to stay involved in the Haitian community. She supports organizations such as Asosyasyon Fanm Kore Fanm, which empowers the Haitian woman.

Works by Regine Coicou can be found on amazon.com

Third World releases Damian Marley produced single “Eyes Are Upon You” same feeling and vibe, as we record and produce songs like Eyes Are Up On You. It is a great musical moment,” he said.

Damian Marley, who grew up around Third World, said: “I'm proud to be working with my uncles!”

The single's artwork, inspired by Caribbean street art, is created by artist Ras Terms who was a key figure in Miami's '80s/90s graffiti scene. He is of Puerto Rican and Colombian descent.

Third World is currently touring the United States.

The band was formed in 1971 by guitarist Steven 'Cat' Coore and keyboardist Michael 'Ibo' Cooper, former members of Inner

The Third World band recently released the song Eyes Are Up On You, produced by Damian “Junior Gong” Marley. It is from an album, also produced by the Grammywinning Marley for Ghetto Youths International.

Third World bassist Richard Daley spoke about the collaboration. “I had the honor of working with Bob Marley back in the '70s, doing some recording in London. How reminiscent it is as I sit in the studio working with Damian Marley. It is the

Third World band

Circle. Their self-titled first album was released in 1976 by Island Records. The previous year, they opened for Bob Marley on his tour of the United Kingdom.

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Sarwan states his case Former West Indies batsman Ramnaresh Sarwan says for the Hero Caribbean Premier League (CPL) to take off in the United States, its South Florida matches must do well.

Sarwan, who is from Guyana, lives in South Florida.

“It's very important things go well.

We have an owner in Broward County and that's a good thing because it can only mean more games,” said Sarwan, who played 87 Tests and 181 One-Day Internationals for the West Indies.

Kris Persaud from Guyana is owner of the Jamaica Tallawahs, the defending Hero CPL champions. The Tallawahs play alongside last year's runners-up Guyana Amazon Warriors, St. Kitts And Nevis Patriots and Barbados Tridents, in the August 5-6 matches at Central Broward Regional Park.

The CPL made its debut in South Florida last year, drawing massive crowds to six matches. This year, four games will be played.

Sarwan, 37, has lived in South Florida for seven years. He retired from international cricket in 2016, after injury prevented him from playing for Trinbago Knight Riders in the CPL. Previously, he played for Guyana Amazon Warriors.

He believes for homegrown players to improve, adequate facilities are critical. Broward Central Regional Park is the only cricket ground in the US sanctioned by the International Cricket

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Better pitches, better stands. I'm glad to hear there are going to be additions to the ground,” said Sarwan.

At a function introducing the Tallawahs players on August 1 at Broward Central Regional Park, it was announced that additional seats and a sightscreen will be installed at the venue soon.

By next year, it is hoped the CPL will have a highway marquee declaring Lauderhill as the tournament's official home in the US. Those are giant steps to breaking the game in a country where cricket's fan base is still limited to West Indian, Asian, British and Australian communities.

But for Sarwan, the biggest task is introducing the game to Americans at the same time they're learning about baseball, football and basketball.

“In addition to creating proper facilities you have to get cricket in the schools, and not just to West Indian kids,” he said.

– Howard Campbell

Owners of the Jamaica Tallawahs Hero CPL franchise hosted a welcome reception for them at Central Broward Regional Park in Lauderhill on August 1. From left are: Broward County Commissioner Dale Holness, Jamaica Tallawahs player Garey Mathurin, Consul General of Guyana Ram Ali, Consul General of Barbados Colin S. Mayers, Lauderhill Commissioner Margret Bates, owner of the Jamaica Tallawahs Kris Persaud, Jamaica Tallawahs player Timroy Allen, Consul General of Jamaica Franz Hall, Jamaica Tallawahs player Rovman Powell and Lauderhill Mayor Richard Kaplan. – (Photo by Ashley Allen)

CPL reaches out to US heroes The Hero Caribbean Premier League (CPL) will work closely with ICC Americas to offer developmental opportunities to American cricketers during the tournament's South Florida leg.

Matches in the region will be played August 5-6 at Central Broward Regional Park in Lauderhill.

Defending champions Jamaica Tallawahs, 2016 runners-up Guyana Amazon Warriors, St. Kitts And Nevis Patriots and Barbados Tridents are the competing teams.

The Hero CPL will provide opportunities for USA Under-19 squad members to be immersed with their counterparts from other teams during the buildup to the matches in South Florida and throughout the tournament which ends Sept. 9.

The USA Under-19s players will serve as net bowlers, act as 12th men during matches, sit on the bench during games and be fully integrated in the

dressing room to experience the atmosphere of a world-class squad.

The players involved are: Barbados Tridents – Awais Mubarak and Gaurav Patanker.

Guyana Amazon Warrriors – Karthik Gattepalli and Keshav Pabbisetty.

Jamaica Tallawahs – Motak Buch and Raymond Ramrattan.

St Kitts & Nevis Patriots – Sahil Patel and Sam Das.

Ricardo Powell, USA's chairman of selectors said, “This is an exciting opportunity to have some of the best bowlers from the USA Under-19 team who recently participated in the World Cup Qualifier in Toronto last month, to develop their skills and be around some of the best players in the world.”

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NATIONAL WEEKLY | THURSDAY, AUG 3 – AUG 9, 2017 | VOL. 14 NO. 31 –

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Bon voyage Bolt!

Strong showing expected from Caribbean at World Champs When the IAAF London World Championships begins on August 4, athletes from the Caribbean are poised to do well. Again, all eyes will be on Jamaican sprint superstar Usain Bolt.

Bolt has not been as active as previous seasons. He is back for his fourth 100 meters gold medal, with his main challengers expected to be his compatriot Yohan Blake and Canada's Andre de Grasse.

This will be Bolt's only solo event. The 100 meters final is scheduled for August 6; Bolt will participate in the 4X100 meters relay in which Jamaica are defending champions.

It will be the legendary athlete's final race. He announced early this year that the London meet would mark his retirement.

Based on outstanding form this season, Elaine Thompson is firm favorite for the women's 100 meters sprint. Thompson won the gold medal at last year's Rio Olympics. Trinidad and Tobago's Michelle-Lee Ayee has been knocking on the door for some time and could also be in medal contention.

Jamaica holds a strong hand in the men's and women's 110 meters hurdles where contenders are Omar McLeod, Hansle Parchment and rising star Ronald Levy. In the women's 100 meters hurdles, defending champion Danielle Williams cannot be ruled out despite the dominance of the Americans in Rio. In the women's 400 meters, Shanae Miller-Uibo of The Bahamas is a formidable player. With Thompson opting out of the 200 meters, Miller-Uibo has a shot there too. Disappointingly, Grenadian quarter-miler and former 400 meters world champion Kirani James will miss the Championships due to injury.

Bolt bidding farewell to fans after his last race in Jamaica

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