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Six people killed and two injured in Trelawny crash

Six people were killed in a crash at Bogue Gate Trelawny this morning. At least 2 others are being treated at hospital. The Jamaica Fire Brigade says it responded to the crash which involved a Toyota Hiace bus and a panel truck about 7:52 A.M.

Works Minister announces series of immediate and long-term measures to improve traffic flow at Mammee Bay toll plaza in St. Ann

Works Minister Robert Nesta Morgan has announced a series of immediate and long-term measures to improve traffic flow at the Mammee Bay toll plaza, in St. Ann, following increased traffic volumes during peak weekend travel periods on the North South Highway. The measures were agreed following discussions

Sir Garfield Sobers passes at age 89

Sir Garry Sobers, widely regarded as cricket's greatest all-rounder, has died aged 89.

Opposition Leader Mark Golding calls for Marshall Plan for MSMEs devastated by Hurricane Melissa

Reports are that last year June, Graham and Walters had a dispute during which Graham was shot.
He lamented that thousands of businesses across western and central Jamaica remain crippled months after the storm.

Addressing the Small Business Association of Jamaica's Growth and Resilience Conference

Police officer accused of fatally shooting D’Jonnay Graham pleads guilty to lesser charge of manslaughter

Twenty-two-year-old Constable Patrick Walters was charged with murder.

Reports are that last year June, Graham and Walters had a dispute during which Graham was shot.

Top NBL and WNBL players named to represent Jamiaca at 2026 Commonwealth Games

National Basketball League (NBL)top players Nicholai Brown, Malik lawerence and Tommy Mcdonald will lead Jamaica's Basketball delegation for the upcoming Commonwealth Games, in Glasgow Scotland .

Transport Minister says binding concession agreement negotiated by previous PNP administration in relation to toll rates, does not augur well for Jamaicans

Transport Minister Daryl Vaz has noted that the binding concession agreement negotiated by previous People's National Party administration, in relation to toll rates, does not augur well for Jamaicans. As such, the present Jamaica Labour Party led government continues dialogue with toll operators in

Caribbean Examinations Council announces changes to School Based Assessments for non-practical based subjects

CXC says that the major reforms to its SBA framework is aimed at strengthening assessment integrity across Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examination (CAPE) and Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate (CSEC) examinations. This in response to the rapid rise of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI)

2 of 3 Jamaicans sent from USA to Eswatini say they don’t want to return to Jamaica

Two of three Jamaicans who were sent from the United States of America to Eswatini have reportedly indicated that they do not wish to return to Jamaica, at this time. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs said contact was made with the 2 men recently.

Health Ministry expands Family Care Giver Programme to Spanish Town Hospital

The Health and Wellness Ministry has expanded the Family Care Giver Programme to the Spanish Town Hospital, in St. Catherine. This is another major step in the commitment to delivering compassionate, patient and family centred health care across the public health system.

Six people killed and two injured in Trelawny crash

Friday, July 17, 2026 Natalie Campbell News No comments

Six people were killed in a crash at Bogue Gate Trelawny this morning. At least 2 others are being treated at hospital. The Jamaica Fire Brigade says it responded to the crash which involved a Toyota Hiace bus and a panel truck about 7:52 A.M.

Works Minister announces series of immediate and long-term measures to improve traffic flow at Mammee Bay toll plaza in St. Ann

Friday, July 17, 2026 Natalie Campbell News No comments

Works Minister Robert Nesta Morgan has announced a series of immediate and long-term measures to improve traffic flow at the Mammee Bay toll plaza, in St. Ann, following increased traffic volumes during peak weekend travel periods on the North South Highway. The measures were agreed following discussions led by the Ministry, through the National Road Operating and Constructing Company Limited (NROCC), with the highway operator, Jamaica North South Highway Company Limited (JNSHC), to improve the movement of vehicles through the toll plaza while supporting future traffic demand.

Sir Garfield Sobers passes at age 89

Friday, July 17, 2026 Roger Hasfal Breaking News! , sports No comments

Sir Garry Sobers, widely regarded as cricket's greatest all-rounder, has died aged 89.

Top NBL and WNBL players named to represent Jamiaca at 2026 Commonwealth Games

Thursday, July 16, 2026 Dwight Fraser sports No comments

National Basketball League (NBL)top players Nicholai Brown, Malik lawerence and Tommy Mcdonald will lead Jamaica's Basketball delegation for the upcoming Commonwealth Games, in Glasgow Scotland .

Reggae Sumfest implements traffic plan to avoid congestion

Monday, July 13, 2026 K'Shema Francis-Pitt Entertainment No comments

Reggae Sumfest organizers are putting measures in place to ensure the event runs smoothly on July 18 at Plantation Cove in St. Ann.

Beenie Man addresses BRT Weekend absence

Monday, July 13, 2026 K'Shema Francis-Pitt Entertainment No comments

Dancehall heavyweight Beenie Man is speaking out after missing his scheduled appearance at BRT Weekend, claiming transportation issues prevented him from making it to the event.