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Accompong Electoral Committee says man who sought injunction from court not qualified to contest Maroon Election

Accompong Electoral Committee says man who sought injunction from court not qualified to contest Maroon Election

The Accompong Electoral Committee in St. Elizabeth has condemned Merdie Rowe's decision to seek to block today's Nomination Day proceedings and the May 22 Election. Attorneys representing Mr. Rowe, who is aiming to vie for the post of Accompong Chief, noted that an injunction was filed in the Supreme

24 families remain in shelters in St.James following Hurricane Melissa

24 families remain in shelters in St.James following Hurricane Melissa

Twenty four families remain in shelters in St. James following the passage of Hurricane Melissa last October.

Mayor of Montego Bay Richard Vernon says the 36 individuals are being housed at community centres.

Man in custody in relation to stabbing of teen girl

Man in custody in relation to stabbing of teen girl

A man who was listed as a person of interest in relation to the stabbing of a 13 year-old girl in Harbour View, St. Andrew on Saturday is in police custody.

Strong Jamaican core named in Jamiaca Kingsmen squad for 2026 Caribbean Premier League

Strong Jamaican core named in Jamiaca Kingsmen squad for 2026 Caribbean Premier League

Strong Jamaican core named in Jamiaca Kingsmen squad for 2026 Caribbean Premier League

Nomination Day for Maroon Election in full swing despite reports that injunction was granted by court to block the activities

Nomination Day for Maroon Election in full swing despite reports that injunction was granted by court to block the activities

Nomination Day for the May 22 Maroon Election in Accompong, St. Elizabeth, is in full swing despite reports that an injunction was granted by the court to block the activities.The injunction was sought by Merdie Rowe, who is seeking to contest the election.

Caelan Cadamarti set to be included in Reggae Boyz squad for the upcoming Unity Cup

Caelan Cadamarti set to be included in Reggae Boyz squad for the upcoming Unity Cup

The teenager, who was signed by Manchester City from Sheffield United last year for £1.5 million, is among three new faces reportedly named in the Reggae Boyz squad that will face India in the Unity Cup semi-final on May 27.

Capri study reveals that outcomes not reflecting money being spent on sectors to cater for children

Capri study reveals that outcomes not reflecting money being spent on sectors to cater for children

A recent study by Capri has found that while enough funds are being spent on sectors that cater to children, the greater concern is the outcomes.

The Caribbean Policy Research Institute, (Capri), in collaboration with the United Nations Children's Fund, (Unicef) launched its report "Room for improvement:

Container to be used as temporary base for Richmond Police Station in St. Mary

Container to be used as temporary base for Richmond Police Station in St. Mary

A container will be used as a temporary base for the Richmond Police Station in St. Mary, as efforts get underway to repair the building.

The police station has repeatedly been impacted by flooding during periods of heavy rain, with the most recent event being captured on video and circulated on social

Opposition raises concern over what it describes as govt’s failure to distribute Hurricane Melissa donations

Opposition raises concern over what it describes as govt’s failure to distribute Hurricane Melissa donations

The Opposition is raising concerns over what it describes as the Government’s failure to distribute millions of dollars in Hurricane Melissa donations.

The concern follows the Auditor General’s report that, as of February, 88% of the funds remained uncommitted.

Tension in Gordon House after MP Burchell’s Patois address sparks language debate in Parliament

Tension in Gordon House after MP Burchell’s Patois address sparks language debate in Parliament

There was tension in Gordon House yesterday, owing to a debate between Government and Opposition Members of Parliament (MPs) over language, culture and parliamentary procedures.

It began after Opposition Spokesperson on Creative Industries, Culture and Information Nekeisha Burchell commenced her maiden

Accompong Electoral Committee says man who sought injunction from court not qualified to contest Maroon Election

Friday, May 15, 2026 Shanice Gibbs News No comments

The Accompong Electoral Committee in St. Elizabeth has condemned Merdie Rowe's decision to seek to block today's Nomination Day proceedings and the May 22 Election. Attorneys representing Mr. Rowe, who is aiming to vie for the post of Accompong Chief, noted that an injunction was filed in the Supreme Court in Kingston last week to also prevent Richard Currie from acting any further as leader.

24 families remain in shelters in St.James following Hurricane Melissa

Friday, May 15, 2026 Natalie Campbell News No comments

Twenty four families remain in shelters in St. James following the passage of Hurricane Melissa last October. Mayor of Montego Bay Richard Vernon says the 36 individuals are being housed at community centres.

Strong Jamaican core named in Jamiaca Kingsmen squad for 2026 Caribbean Premier League

Friday, May 15, 2026 Dwight Fraser sports No comments

Strong Jamaican core named in Jamiaca Kingsmen squad for 2026 Caribbean Premier League

Caelan Cadamarti set to be included in Reggae Boyz squad for the upcoming Unity Cup

Friday, May 15, 2026 Dwight Fraser sports No comments

The teenager, who was signed by Manchester City from Sheffield United last year for £1.5 million, is among three new faces reportedly named in the Reggae Boyz squad that will face India in the Unity Cup semi-final on May 27.

Sean Paul and IShowSpeed donate musical instruments to Haile Selassie High School

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 Viviene Stewart Entertainment No comments

The Haile Selassie High School has received a donation of musical instruments from Dancehall Mega Star Sean Paul and popular Amercian Streamer Ishowspeed.

Bittin Brass Band to electrify Kingston Night Market

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 Viviene Stewart Entertainment No comments

Music lovers are in for an electrifying experience later today as the Kingston Night Market welcomes the sensational Bittin Brass Band to its vibrant weekly showcase in the heart of the city.