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Turn the next cheek: best solution to violence

THE EDITOR, Madam: The recent stabbing-death of a 14-year old Seaforth High School student allegedly by a schoolmate, is a stark reminder of how we as a people have allowed violence to play a…
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Leadership style creating toxicity in schools

THE EDITOR, Madam: As we approach Teachers’ Day in May it is important to highlight the problem of toxic workplace in the school environment which urgently needs to be addressed. This affects moral…
Letters
April 27, 2026

Letter of the Day | Power must serve, not be concentrated

THE EDITOR, Madam: I am writing with reference to the news report in The Gleaner ‘Malahoo Forte and Opposition MPs pick apart NaRRa Bill’, which highlights a concern that warrants both affirmation…
April 27, 2026

Acts of violence in schools must be stopped

THE EDITOR, Madam: The world is at a crossroads, though it has been like that. However, while we cannot “blame di youth”, we must correct them and make restitution regarding our own errors. …
Letters
April 27, 2026

A student’s dilemma in getting a degree

THE EDITOR: Madam: A degree represents years of sacrifice, commitment, and perseverance. It is therefore disheartening that, despite completing all academic requirements, I have not yet been able to…
Letters
April 25, 2026

Letter of the Day | Who is raising our children?

THE EDITOR, Madam: As an educator, I am deeply concerned about a growing pattern I encounter daily – the rise of permissive parenting and its impact on our children’s development.
Letters
April 25, 2026

Long-standing traffic issues persist in Mandeville

THE EDITOR, Madam: The ongoing congestion and parking issues are becoming a problem in Mandeville town because of an increase in the population and, therefore, traffic.
Letters
April 24, 2026

Letter of the Day | Who protect di children when adults a call fi violence?

THE EDITOR Madam: This is with reference to the recent public commentary on Instagram and X (formerly Twitter) suggesting that children and teenagers involved in conflict with the law particularly…