WiFi access point in Golden Spring Square stolen, MP pleads for return

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WiFi access point in Golden Spring Square stolen, MP pleads for return

Thieves have stolen a WiFi access point from Golden Spring Square in rural St Andrew. It is believed that the theft occurred between Wednesday night and Thursday morning. This resulted in the postponement of the launch of the Internet access...

Source: Jamaica Gleaner

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