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Kingston Mayor calls for dialogue between municipal corporations and gov’t on proposal to introduce centralized permit system for entertainment events

Kingston Mayor calls for dialogue between municipal corporations and gov’t on proposal to introduce centralized permit system for entertainment events

The mayor also called for dialogue in relation to the establishment of the one road authority, which will regulate the management of Jamaica’s road infrastructure. Mayor Swaby said he does not disagree with change, but believes it should be accompanied by consultation.

NFA is urging fishers in western and central parishes to take advantage of fishing licences and registration fee waiver

NFA is urging fishers in western and central parishes to take advantage of fishing licences and registration fee waiver

The NFA implemented the initiative to ease financial burdens and support the sector's recovery. Chief Executive Officer of NFA, Dr. Gavin Bellamy said the programme ends on May 11 next year.

NIC says farmers in parishes badly affected by Hurricane Melissa not required to pay irrigation bill until end of January

NIC says farmers in parishes badly affected by Hurricane Melissa not required to pay irrigation bill until end of January

Speaking at the Rural Agriculture Development Authority (RADA), forum yesterday, NIC Chief Executive Officer, Joseph Gyles said this to assist farmers with the recovery process.

Gov’t commences road patching works in Kingston under the Go Road Rehabilitation Programme

Gov’t commences road patching works in Kingston under the Go Road Rehabilitation Programme

The works target priority corridors that require immediate repair to improve road safety and driving conditions. Work has begun along Waterloo Road, East Kings House road, Mandela Highway and several other roads in Kingston and St Andrew.

PSOJ President Metry Seaga says 7% increase in JPS bills will not have any major effect

PSOJ President Metry Seaga says 7% increase in JPS bills will not have any major effect

President of the Private Sector Organisation of Jamaica (PSOJ), Metry Seaga has underscored that the 7% increase in Jamaica Public Service bills will not have any major effect. Seaga noted that the increase is based on fuel costs as well as stipulations in the current JPS license agreement.

Coffee farmers impacted by Hurricane Melissa get boost with donation of fertilizer by JACRA

Coffee farmers impacted by Hurricane Melissa get boost with donation of fertilizer by JACRA

5 thousand bags of fertiliser valued at approximately $35 million were handed over during a ceremony, yesterday. The Jamaica Coffee Growers Association and the Jamaica Coffee Exporters Association both received a combined 2 thousand bags of fertiliser, valued at approximately 10 million dollars.

Glenmuir, STETHS set for DaCosta Cup final showdown at National Stadium

Glenmuir, STETHS set for DaCosta Cup final showdown at National Stadium

Glenmuir and St. Elizabeth Technical (STETHS) will meet to crown this year’s ISSA DaCosta Cup champion after both schools booked their places in the final with hard-fought semi-final victories at Sabina Park on Wednesday.

Reggae Boyz could face Nigeria in Intercontinental Playoffs as DR Congo eligibility row emerges

Reggae Boyz could face Nigeria in Intercontinental Playoffs as DR Congo eligibility row emerges

Jamaica’s Reggae Boyz could be on a collision course with West-African giants Nigeria in the FIFA Intercontinental Playoffs next March, should they get past first-round opponents New Caledonia, amid growing uncertainty surrounding the Democratic Republic of Congo’s participation.

Seville, Thompson headline nominees for 2025 National Sportsman Award

Seville, Thompson headline nominees for 2025 National Sportsman Award

World 100 metre champion Oblique Seville and silver medallist Kishane Thompson headline a strong list of nine nominees for the 2025 National Sportsman Award, while world championship 100m silver medallist Tina Clayton and 200m bronze medallist Shericka Jackson are among four nominees for the female award.

Mount Pleasant dominate Caribbean Cup Best XI after title run

Mount Pleasant dominate Caribbean Cup Best XI after title run

Reigning champions Mount Pleasant have underlined their dominance of the Caribbean Cup after landing four selections in the tournament’s Best Eleven following their title-winning campaign.

Kingston Mayor calls for dialogue between municipal corporations and gov’t on proposal to introduce centralized permit system for entertainment events

Thursday, December 18, 2025 Clement Reid News No comments

The mayor also called for dialogue in relation to the establishment of the one road authority, which will regulate the management of Jamaica’s road infrastructure. Mayor Swaby said he does not disagree with change, but believes it should be accompanied by consultation.

NFA is urging fishers in western and central parishes to take advantage of fishing licences and registration fee waiver

Thursday, December 18, 2025 Georgetta Williams News No comments

The NFA implemented the initiative to ease financial burdens and support the sector's recovery. Chief Executive Officer of NFA, Dr. Gavin Bellamy said the programme ends on May 11 next year.

Glenmuir, STETHS set for DaCosta Cup final showdown at National Stadium

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 Wayde Brown Sports No comments

Glenmuir and St. Elizabeth Technical (STETHS) will meet to crown this year’s ISSA DaCosta Cup champion after both schools booked their places in the final with hard-fought semi-final victories at Sabina Park on Wednesday.

Reggae Boyz could face Nigeria in Intercontinental Playoffs as DR Congo eligibility row emerges

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 Wayde Brown Sports No comments

Jamaica’s Reggae Boyz could be on a collision course with West-African giants Nigeria in the FIFA Intercontinental Playoffs next March, should they get past first-round opponents New Caledonia, amid growing uncertainty surrounding the Democratic Republic of Congo’s participation.

D’Angel on a mission to provide shelter for hurricane victims

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 Viviene Stewart Entertainment No comments

With 8 days to go before Christmas, D’Angel is on a mission to provide shelter for families left homeless in the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa.

Valiant announces Passenger Princess Deluxe tour

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 Viviene Stewart Entertainment No comments

Dancehall lovers across Canada and the United States are in for a treat as dancehall do Valiant brings his Passenger Princess Deluxe Tour to three venues in major cities just in time for Valentine's Day, 2026.