Norman Powell found home with the Miami Heat — and a call to help Jamaica

Norman Powell's search for his roots put him in the perfect place to help Jamaican relief efforts after Hurricane Melissa.

Paterson police officers head to Jamaica with hurricane relief aid

Paterson Police Officers Jermaine Murray and Randaal Raymond will be going to their homeland to help with aid efforts after Hurricane Melissa.
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Shaggy set to hold benefit concert for Jamaica in NYC: How to get tickets

The Jamaica Strong Relief Concert, set for 9 p.m. on Dec. 12, at UBS Arena, aims to raise funds for communities devastated by Hurricane Melissa. Here's how to get tickets.

Jamaica Announces Deadly Bacterial Outbreak After Hurricane Melissa

Six people have died of leptospirosis, a rare bacterial illness often found in contaminated water. The storm increased the risk of contracting the disease, officials said.

'We just can't sit and allow Jamaica to go like that': High Point teacher struggles to rebuild after Hurricane Melissa destroys hometown in Jamaica

"We're going to bounce back. It's going to take help.” A High Point teacher struggles to rebuild after Hurricane Melissa destroys their hometown in Jamaica.

Gangnam Spice opens in Jamaica Plain; Anna’s Taqueria debuts in Dedham

Anna’s Taqueria debuts a 12th location at Dedham’s Legacy Place (708 Legacy Place) on Tuesday, Dec. 2. Get your burrito fix from 10 a.m. daily. Look for a Southie outpost soon.

Tracey expects Jamaica to create more history after first bobsleigh gold

AFTER securing Jamaica’s first-ever gold medal in international bobsleigh, former national 100m champion Tyquendo Tracey believes the team has what it takes to compete against the best in the world.

Jamaica confirms infectious disease tied to Hurricane Melissa, puts public on alert

Jamaica is seeing an outbreak of leptospirosis and is urging anyone who is experiencing symptoms from the infectious disease to seek immediate medical care.
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