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Six families homeless after fire destroyed several dwellings in Denham Town, Kingston last evening

Police say a report of a house fire was made around 7: 45 PM.

27 firefighters along with four fire engines from the York Park, Half Way Tree and Rollington Town fire stations responded to the blaze.

Opposition welcomes plans to digitize nation’s courts; says it represents significant leap forward for Jamaica

Opposition Spokesperson on Justice, Senator Donna Scott-Mottley says the digitization of the nation's courts is a significant leap forward for Jamaica.

Her comments come as Chief Justice Bryan Sykes outlined plans to revolutionize the operations of the court within the next five years.

Senator Scott-Mottley

EPOC lauds Gov’t for maintaining Disaster Risk Financing Strategy which protects Jamaica from shocks associated with natural disasters

The Economic Programme Oversight Committee (EPOC) has lauded the Government for maintaining a National Natural Disaster Risk Financing Strategy.

The strategy provides the country with financial reserves in the event of natural disasters such as earthquakes and hurricanes.

Advocates Network calls on Government to change how it deals with Haitian refugees

The Advocates Network is calling on the Government to change its position immediately, on how it continues to deal with Haitian refugees.

This call comes after a third group of Haitians was returned to Haiti recently, leading to criticism of the Government's action.

Chief Justice laments that in western Jamaica, people within hotel and financial sectors shying away from jury duty

Chief Justice Bryan Sykes has lamented that people within the hotel and financial sectors in western Jamaica are shying away from jury duty.

He explained that by shying away, jury service falls disproportionately on persons within the fisheries and health sectors, as well as domestic helpers.

Jamaican advocacy group launches campaign urging solidarity with Haitian Refugees

Amid the devastating humanitarian and security crisis in Haiti, Freedom Imaginaries today launched the “#WithHaitianRefugees” Campaign, urging solidarity with Haitian refugees and asylum seekers in the Caribbean.

The campaign was launched during a virtual press conference with several advocacy groups

Children’s Advocate says shooting of 12-y-o highlights need for parents to better monitor children

Children's advocate Diahann Gordon Harrison says the incident in which 12-year-old Omarco Brown was shot and killed once again brings to the fore the need for parents and guardians, to be extremely careful in monitoring children.

Latest Crime Statistics: Reduction in most major crimes when compared to last year

One thousand 282 people have been murdered across the island since the start of the year.

According to the latest Crime Data from the Jamaica Constabulary Force between January 1 and December 2, murders declined by 10.2%, when compared to the 1,428 murders committed in the similar period last year.

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Aidonia pays tribute to his son Khalif a year after his passing

Industry players, family, friends and fans sent messages of love, light, and healing energy to Dancehall artist Aidonia following the one year anniversary of the death of his son Khalif Lawrence.

Chief Justice concerned about conviction rate of less than 30 per cent in the island’s circuit courts

Chief Justice Bryan Sykes has expressed concern about the low conviction rate being seen in the island's Circuit Courts.

This, as he noted that less than 30 per cent of cases that go to trial end with a conviction.

Speaking recently in St. James, Justice Sykes noted that from January 2018 to November

Six families homeless after fire destroyed several dwellings in Denham Town, Kingston last evening

Tuesday, December 05, 2023 Shanice Gibbs News No comments

Police say a report of a house fire was made around 7: 45 PM. 27 firefighters along with four fire engines from the York Park, Half Way Tree and Rollington Town fire stations responded to the blaze.

Opposition welcomes plans to digitize nation’s courts; says it represents significant leap forward for Jamaica

Tuesday, December 05, 2023 Shanice Gibbs News No comments

Opposition Spokesperson on Justice, Senator Donna Scott-Mottley says the digitization of the nation's courts is a significant leap forward for Jamaica. Her comments come as Chief Justice Bryan Sykes outlined plans to revolutionize the operations of the court within the next five years. Senator Scott-Mottley has welcomed the move, noting that it reflects a commitment to streamlining legal processes and enhancing accessibility for all Jamaicans.

Jamaica Gymnastic Association to hos Pan American Hopes Artistic Gymnastics tournament

Monday, November 27, 2023 Dwight Fraser Sports No comments

The Jamaica Gymnastic association is in the process of fine tuning Plans for the historic staging of the pan American Hopes Artistic Gymnastics tournament.

Tommi Gore and Senna Summerbell to compete at the ADAC GT4 Championship in Germany

Monday, November 27, 2023 Dwight Fraser Sports No comments

In motor-sport, two of Jamaica's top young racers.....Tommi Gore and Senna Summerbell will be flying the Jamaican colours at one of the top European Circuits..... the ADAC GT4 Championship in Germany.

Aidonia pays tribute to his son Khalif a year after his passing

Monday, December 04, 2023 K'Shema Francis-Pitt Entertainment No comments

Industry players, family, friends and fans sent messages of love, light, and healing energy to Dancehall artist Aidonia following the one year anniversary of the death of his son Khalif Lawrence.

Prime Minister Andrew Holness ‘Drifts’ to Teejay’s hit

Monday, November 27, 2023 K'Shema Francis-Pitt Entertainment No comments

Following the Jamaica Labour Party's (JLP's) 80th Annual Conference yesterday (Nov 26), a video has surfaced online of Prime Minister Andrew Holness dancing to Teejay’s hit song, ‘Drift’.