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St James police probe murder of woman at Peoples Arcade

The St. James police are probing the murder of a woman at the Peoples Arcade in Montego Bay, this morning.

Chaotic scenes in Mandeville yesterday as armed men and police engage in gun battle

There were chaotic scenes in Mandeville, Manchester yesterday as people ran for cover while police and alleged armed men engaged in a gun battle.

Blood Bank reevaluating donor recruitment process; to establish Life Savers Club

The National Blood Transfusion Service (Blood Bank) is re-evaluating its donor recruitment process and moving to establish a Life Savers Club.

Over 900 modular homes arrive on the island

Over 900 modular container homes, which were procured by the government to address housing issues following Hurricane Melissa, have arrived on the island.

PM urges developers of Rozelle Estate in St. Thomas to ensure resilient houses are being constructed

Speaking at the groundbreaking ceremony yesterday, Dr. Holness pointed to the devastation caused by Hurricane Melissa last October and the imminent approach of another hurricane season.The 2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season will officially begin on June 1 and end on November 30.

Opposition says Gov’t’s decision to appeal court ruling on environmental permit for Bengal Development follows trend of autocratic tendencies

Opposition Senator, Dr. Maziki Thame, has claimed that the Government's decision to appeal a recent court ruling on the environmental permit issued to Bengal Development Limited is part of a trend of autocratic tendencies.Last week, the Constitutional Court ruled that the 2020 environmental permit issued

NaRRA Bill passed without amendment after marathon sitting of the Senate yesterday

The contested National Reconstruction Resilience Authority (NaRRA) Bill was passed without amendment after a marathon sitting of the Senate yesterday.This, amidst concerns raised by the Opposition, the Church and civil society groups about proper oversight and accountability.

Supreme Courts denies injunction filed by Pivott LLC against PFJL

The Supreme Court has denied the injunction application filed by Pivott LLC seeking to prevent Professional Football Jamica Limited (PFJL) from producing and broadcasting the Jamaica Premier League.

Keeping the Spirit alive: Natovia Shand lauds airline for family-like culture

Spirit Airlines has closed down, but for former Jamaican employee, Natovia Shand, the memories she made at the company will live on with her.

Ms. Shand joined Spirit in May 2025, and served as a flight scheduler, up until Saturday May 2, when the airline announced that it is shutting down as a business

Senate continues NaRRA debate; Fitz-Henley chides civil society groups over “selective outrage”

As deliberations on the National Reconstruction Resilience Authority (NaRRA) Bill continued in the Upper House today, Government Senator Abka Fitz-Henley chided civil society groups for what he called a selective outrage on issues.

Last month at least 28 civil society organizations raised concern about

St James police probe murder of woman at Peoples Arcade

Saturday, May 09, 2026 Patrice Walters News No comments

The St. James police are probing the murder of a woman at the Peoples Arcade in Montego Bay, this morning.

Chaotic scenes in Mandeville yesterday as armed men and police engage in gun battle

Saturday, May 09, 2026 Patrice Walters News No comments

There were chaotic scenes in Mandeville, Manchester yesterday as people ran for cover while police and alleged armed men engaged in a gun battle.

Supreme Courts denies injunction filed by Pivott LLC against PFJL

Friday, May 08, 2026 Dwight Fraser sports No comments

The Supreme Court has denied the injunction application filed by Pivott LLC seeking to prevent Professional Football Jamica Limited (PFJL) from producing and broadcasting the Jamaica Premier League.

Usain Bolt urge fans to swiftly secure tickets for World Athletics Ultimate Championship

Wednesday, May 06, 2026 Dwight Fraser sports No comments

Triple world-record holder Usain Bolt is urging fans to act swiftly to secure tickets for the inaugural World Athletics Ultimate Championship, set to take place in Budapest, Hungary, from September 11–13.

Gospel community mourns as Kukudoo passes away at 61

Friday, May 08, 2026 K'Shema Francis-Pitt Entertainment No comments

The gospel fraternity is in mourning following the death of veteran gospel singer David “Kukudoo” McDermott, who passed away at the age of 61

Noah Powa fires back at Tony Matterhorn comment

Friday, May 08, 2026 K'Shema Francis-Pitt Entertainment No comments

Selector, actor, and comedian Noah Powa has responded strongly to comments made by veteran selector Tony Matterhorn, accusing him of being disrespectful and stating that he does not want any friendship with him.