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St. James police set up safe school task force in response to rising concerns about violence involving school children

It comes in the wake of reports that a dispute between two male students of the Irwin High school resulted in one being killed and the other arrested.

Dead is 15-year-old Raniel Plummer.

Jamaica in Pot 1 for CONCACAF Nation’s League “A” draw – May 6

Jamaica will be placed in Pot 1 of League "A" when the Concacaf Nation's League official draw which will determine the groups for all three leagues, will be conducted on Monday, May 6, in Miami.

Attorney General says no order has been issued for the removal of DPP Paula Llewellyn from office

The Attorney General says no order has been issued for the removal of Director of Public Prosecutions, Paula Llewellyn, from that office. The statement follows this morning's ruling from the Constitutional Court that the second provision in the amendment to extend the DPP's tenure in office is unconstitutional.

Golding calls for immediate appointment of a new Director of Public Prosecutions

Opposition Leader Mark Golding has called for the immediate appointment of a new Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP). The call followed Friday morning's ruling by the constitutional court that Paula Llewellyn’s second extension in office was unconstitutional. The Opposition said based on the ruling,

Gov’t to appeal ruling regarding extension of DPP’s tenure

The government will be requesting a stay of execution, as it sets out to appeal this morning's constitutional court ruling regarding Paula Llewellyn’s tenure as Director of Public Prosecution (DPP). The court ruled that Llewellyn’s second extension in office is unconstitutional.

Irwin High student accused of stabbing and killing his schoolmate, now in police custody

The male student of the St. James-based Irwin High School, who allegedly used a knife, to stab and kill his schoolmate, is now in police custody. He is to be questioned in relation to the death of 15-year-old Raniel Plummer. Commander for the St. James police division Superintendent Eron Samuels said

Four people arrested following seizure of over 100 parcels of compressed ganja in St. Mary

Four people have been detained in connection with the seizure of more than 100 parcels of compressed ganja on the Retreat and Rio Nuevo main roads, in St. Mary Thursday evening. Reports are that at about 8:00 PM, lawmen were conducting an operation along the roadways when a 2014 black Toyota Noah and

Kabaka Pyramid marks 38th birthday with Deluxe release of Grammy album ‘The Kalling’

To celebrate his 38th birthday, Kabaka Pyramid has released the deluxe version of his Grammy-winning album, "The Kalling," today (April 19).

Proposal outlining measures to curb road crashes to be presented to PM Andrew Holness

Vice chairman of the National Road Safety Council, Dr. Lucien Jones, says a proposal outlining measures to curb road crashes will be presented to Prime Minister Andrew Holness during a meeting slated for next month. Mr. Holness is the chairman of the council.

Pressure Buss Pipe overwhelmed by support after hospitalization

Entertainer Pressure Buss Pipe is expressing gratitude and appreciation following an overwhelming outpouring of love and support he received from fans and fellow industry players after he shared a pic in a hospital bed.

St. James police set up safe school task force in response to rising concerns about violence involving school children

Saturday, April 20, 2024 Patrice Walters News No comments

It comes in the wake of reports that a dispute between two male students of the Irwin High school resulted in one being killed and the other arrested. Dead is 15-year-old Raniel Plummer.

Attorney General says no order has been issued for the removal of DPP Paula Llewellyn from office

Friday, April 19, 2024 Donique Weston News No comments

The Attorney General says no order has been issued for the removal of Director of Public Prosecutions, Paula Llewellyn, from that office. The statement follows this morning's ruling from the Constitutional Court that the second provision in the amendment to extend the DPP's tenure in office is unconstitutional.

Jamaica in Pot 1 for CONCACAF Nation’s League “A” draw – May 6

Friday, April 19, 2024 Roger Hasfal Sports No comments

Jamaica will be placed in Pot 1 of League "A" when the Concacaf Nation's League official draw which will determine the groups for all three leagues, will be conducted on Monday, May 6, in Miami.

Olympic champion Hansle Parchment leads Jamaican cast at Wanda Diamond League meet in Xiamen, China

Friday, April 19, 2024 Dwight Fraser Sports No comments

Olympic champion Hansle Parchment will be aiming for a promising season opener in the men's 110m hurdles as he prepares to defend his Olympic title later this season, when he lines up in the event at the season opening Wanda Diamond league meeting in Xiamen, China on the weekend.

Kabaka Pyramid marks 38th birthday with Deluxe release of Grammy album ‘The Kalling’

Friday, April 19, 2024 K'Shema Francis-Pitt Entertainment No comments

To celebrate his 38th birthday, Kabaka Pyramid has released the deluxe version of his Grammy-winning album, "The Kalling," today (April 19).

Pressure Buss Pipe overwhelmed by support after hospitalization

Friday, April 19, 2024 K'Shema Francis-Pitt Entertainment No comments

Entertainer Pressure Buss Pipe is expressing gratitude and appreciation following an overwhelming outpouring of love and support he received from fans and fellow industry players after he shared a pic in a hospital bed.