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Bail application to be made in March for medical doctor charged in connection with multi-million dollar fraud probe

Attorney-at-law Peter Champagnie says Dr Chloe Douett is to return to the St Catherine parish court on March 13.The matter was mentioned this morning.

Agricultural Ministry hosting series of farmers’ markets to address crop surplus

Crops such as sweet potatoes, carrots, cucumbers, lettuce, bok choy, pumpkin, cauliflower, zucchini and string beans are now showing excessive growth in their production levels.Portfolio Minister Floyd Green told IRIE FM News that the farmers' markets, which are being held across the country, will help

Tavares Finson recognises former PMs Manley and Seaga for their contributions to reforming nation’s electoral system

Senator Tavares Finson's extollation comes a day before he officially steps down as a member of the Electoral Commission of Jamaica (ECJ).He announced his retirement from the post on Wednesday.

JPS restores electricity to 96% of customers island-wide

The entity said it achieved this milestone ahead of its January 31 restoration target. Now three months into the recovery effort and with fewer than 28,000 customers awaiting reconnection, JPS said it's in the final stretch of restoration, commonly referred to as the “last mile.”

Seven million dollar man! Mckenzie shatters local football transfer fee ceiling

Former Mona High School Manning Cup standout Denzil Mckenzie is back home under the Craig Butler banner at Chapelton Maroons.

Local Government Minister to make Cabinet submission for construction of new St Ann infirmary

He made the statement while touring the current infirmary in priory in the parish. The facility suffered significant damage during the passage of Hurricane Melissa, last year.

Gov’t begins disbursement of financial aid to Jamaicans whose homes were damaged or destroyed by Hurricane Melissa

Under the Restoration of Owner, or Occupant Family Shelters (ROOFS) Programme, payments for severe damage, valued at up to $500,000, have officially commenced. Speaking at a handing over ceremony, at the Social Security Ministry's, Santa Cruz Office in St. Elizabeth today, Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness

Sizzla welcomes Sierra Leone Tourism Minister to Jamaica

Sizzla Konlonji was among the Jamaicans who welcomed Sierra Leone’s Minister of Tourism and Culture, Nabila Tunis, to Jamaica on Wednesday.

Grammy weekend heats up with Reggae in the spotlight

Grammy weekend is officially here as music’s biggest night kicks off on February 1.

Billy Slaughter breaks silence on Stone Love split

Veteran selector Billy Slaughter has spoken publicly for the first time following comments made by Stone Love founder Wee Pow, who announced last year that Slaughter was no longer part of the sound system.

Bail application to be made in March for medical doctor charged in connection with multi-million dollar fraud probe

Friday, January 30, 2026 Natalie Campbell News No comments

Attorney-at-law Peter Champagnie says Dr Chloe Douett is to return to the St Catherine parish court on March 13.The matter was mentioned this morning.

Agricultural Ministry hosting series of farmers’ markets to address crop surplus

Friday, January 30, 2026 Shanice Gibbs News No comments

Crops such as sweet potatoes, carrots, cucumbers, lettuce, bok choy, pumpkin, cauliflower, zucchini and string beans are now showing excessive growth in their production levels.Portfolio Minister Floyd Green told IRIE FM News that the farmers' markets, which are being held across the country, will help to reduce the surplus and the possibility of spoilage.

Seven million dollar man! Mckenzie shatters local football transfer fee ceiling

Friday, January 30, 2026 Roger Hasfal sports No comments

Former Mona High School Manning Cup standout Denzil Mckenzie is back home under the Craig Butler banner at Chapelton Maroons.

Richie Richardson to officiate in the group stage of ICC Mens T20 World Cup

Friday, January 30, 2026 Dwight Fraser sports No comments

Former West Indies captain Richie Richardson and Leslie Reifer of Barbados have been named among the 24 officials for the group stage of the ICC Mens T20 World Cup which gets underway next week.