Western Focus

Western Bureau:Ahhh … Ras Natango Gallery and Garden, located in the quiet district of Camrose, St. James, is arguably one of the parish's best kept secret as it is a fabulous place to hang out for complete relaxation with family and friends for a day or even a few hours.

Central St James Member of Parliament (MP) Lloyd B. Smith said that he is aiming for a cultural revival in Montego Bay, which will include making improvements to the Montego Bay Civic Centre in Sam Sharpe Square.

Despite the competitive nature of the entertainment industry, 21-year-old Adrian Allen, who goes by the moniker 'Lusion', is focused on using his distinct style and delivery to stand out in a saturated profession.

Friends and family enjoyed the New Year's Eve party at Half Moon, A RockResort in Montego Bay.

A St James security guard, who allegedly robbed the plaza where he was employed, was offered bail for a second time by the Montego Bay Resident Magistrate's Court last Thursday.

A St James egg vendor who reportedly stabbed a man to death during an altercation was offered bail in the sum of $300,000 when she appeared in the Montego Bay Resident Magistrate's Court last Friday.

Western Bureau:Despite economic uncertainties, there is optimism in western Jamaica among several stakeholders who believe 2013 will be a prosperous year for the region.

Western Bureau:After a successful 2012 as the campus chairman for the Guild of Students at the University of the West Indies (UWI), Mona-Western Jamaica campus, the highly motivated and ambitious 22-year-old Odaine Thomas is now looking forward to an equally successful 2013.

Western Bureau:THE Good Shepherd Foundation (GSF), one of Jamaica's most respected charitable organisations, is calling on corporate Jamaica and individuals to share their blessings in this festive season.

WESTERN BUREAU:The voices of children joyfully singing Christmas carols echoed last week in the community of Canterbury in Montego Bay as they were fêted by the St James Chapter of the Jamaica Red Cross, marked the beginning of what is poised to be an annual affair.

Western Bureau:Premier League champions Fighter Jet were the toast of last Saturday night's J. Wray & Nephew-sponsored White Overproof Rum Western Domino League end-of-season presentation and awards ceremony, in Montego Bay, walking away with a $100,000 cheque and the championship trophy.

WESTERN BUREAU:A man who allegedly used a forged credit card to buy $2,500 Digicel phone credit will have the matter mentioned in the Montego Bay Resident Magistrate's Court next month.