Residents welcome new road to bypass Gordon Town but have grave concerns

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Residents welcome new road to bypass Gordon Town but have grave concerns

RESIDENTS of Willshire Mount, near Gordon Town in St Andrew, are happy that a proper road is finally being built in the community but are concerned about the alignment of the thoroughfare.

Source: Jamaica Observer: Jamaican News Online – the Best of Jamaican Newspapers - JamaicaObserver.com

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