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About Kate Chappell

"And all I offer here is the distilled poetry of my existence..." Claude McKay, Poet Laureate of Jamaica, 1890-1848 I have been a reporter since 1998, covering mainly business and politics. I have also capitalized on the many skills journalism requires to become an all-around communications specialist. In addition to being a professional curious person and communicator, I have a bad case of the travel bug and can't seem to stay put. Finally, I have put my skills to work as a volunteer in the community wherever I have lived. Now, follow me as I combine these compartments of my life in Kingston, Jamaica, where I am a writer, reporter, journalist and lecturer.

Show of Force


The police are out with a visible presence as everyone rushes around to get ready for Christmas. Sometimes causing a traffic jam.

Justice


One of Jamaica’s most important trials is currently underway. Thirty-three alleged gang members are on trial before the Supreme Court. It is taking place in a small courtroom, where the prisoners sit unshackled.

“Garth Dennis of reggae band Black Uhuru dies at 72”