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Nestled on Mannings Hill Road, Totally Delicious Bakery has long been celebrated for its freshly baked hard-dough bread and comforting cakes. Recently, the bakery has introduced a new star to its menu: the garlic hard-dough bread. This innovative creation has quickly become a customer favorite, thanks to its rich, buttery flavor and aromatic herbs.

The journey of this gourmet bread began three years ago when a customer inquiry about different bread varieties sparked an idea in baker Simone Martin. Martin, who had previously experimented with garlic bread, decided to test the waters by producing small quantities. The initial response was positive, but the real breakthrough came when content creator Tallonn Zeparti reviewed the bread on his vlog. This exposure catapulted the garlic hard-dough bread into the limelight, making it a must-try item.

Available on Tuesdays and Fridays, the bakery now bakes nearly 60 loaves daily, offering them in two sizes: a large loaf for $900 and a smaller one for $500. Verne Williams, co-principal of Totally Delicious, describes the bread as a gourmet departure from traditional staples, offering a sophisticated twist that has become a favorite among caterers.

Supervisor Winsome Haynes highlights the bread’s versatility as its key appeal. ‘It’s a personal favorite because there are so many uses for it,’ she notes. ‘It works as a meal by itself or pairs beautifully with dishes like pasta or lasagna. The added health benefits of garlic make it even more appealing.’

The bakery’s success story is a testament to the power of innovation and customer feedback. From a simple idea to a gourmet sensation, Totally Delicious Bakery continues to delight its patrons with its unique and flavorful offerings.

KINGSTON, Jamaica — The Southern Regional Health Authority (SRHA) has issued a stern warning to the public following a violent incident involving vector control workers in Siloah, St Elizabeth. On Tuesday, November 18, a team of vector control workers was attacked with stones while addressing a machine malfunction. One worker was struck on the shoulder, and another was hit before the team retreated to avoid further harm. Two team members sustained injuries and required medical attention. The incident has been reported to the police. The SRHA emphasized that vector control workers are easily identifiable by their uniforms and identification cards and operate from clearly marked Ministry of Health and Wellness vehicles. The authority also reassured the public that the chemicals used in fogging are certified, safe, and approved for use in residential areas. In addition to vector control, the team has intensified its environmental health activities, including health education, inspections, and assessments in areas such as food safety, wastewater management, water quality monitoring, and general sanitation, to mitigate health risks in the parish.

In response to the devastating impact of Hurricane Melissa, the Jamaican Government has announced the creation of the National Reconstruction and Resilience Authority (NaRRA) to oversee the extensive recovery and rebuilding efforts. Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness revealed the initiative during a special media briefing at Jamaica House on Thursday, emphasizing the urgency and scale of the reconstruction required.

Hurricane Melissa, described as the deadliest natural disaster to hit Jamaica in over 70 years, has caused an estimated US$8.8 billion in physical damage, according to a World Bank assessment. The Government is expected to shoulder at least half of this cost, with the remainder covered by private entities. NaRRA, a statutory body with special powers, will be granted immediate access to US$1.15 billion to initiate its operations.

Prime Minister Holness explained that existing government structures are ill-equipped to handle reconstruction at the necessary speed and scale. NaRRA will centralize efforts, avoiding the inefficiencies of fragmented ministry-by-ministry approaches. The authority will focus on building safer, climate-resilient infrastructure, improving land-use planning, and relocating communities from high-risk zones.

Funding for NaRRA will come from the national budget, with initial resources drawn from the National Natural Disaster Recovery Fund (NNDRF), which includes proceeds from Jamaica’s catastrophe bonds and other disaster risk instruments. The Government may also borrow additional funds to meet the extensive financial demands of the reconstruction.

NaRRA will operate under special legislation, with a sunset clause of five years, renewable by Parliament. It will be led by a multi-stakeholder board, chaired by the Prime Minister, and include experts in engineering, finance, planning, and project management. The authority will also establish an inter-agency coordinating committee to expedite decision-making.

Holness assured that transparency and accountability will remain priorities, with mechanisms embedded in the legislation to ensure public trust. He also highlighted that NaRRA’s approach could serve as a blueprint for broader public sector transformation, aligning with the Government’s vision of a modern, efficient State capable of delivering large-scale development projects.

In a recent development in Kingston, Jamaica, a larceny case has taken an unexpected turn as the complainant refused to engage in mediation. Raheim Tollo, accused of stealing a significant amount of alcohol, beverages, and meat from a local wholesale shop, appeared in the Kingston and St Andrew Parish Court on Tuesday.