Friday, April 10, 2026 Shanice Gibbs News No comments
This amidst public concern over whether or not the Hospital was negligent in Ramontay's case. The baby's 33-year-old mother Shandale Ballentine, has detailed her ordeal at the St. James-based Hospital in social media posts, saying she has several questions to be answered.
Thursday, April 09, 2026 Myesha Broadie News No comments
The Jamaica Teachers’ Association (JTA) has challenged the Education Ministry’s position that it was not aware of alleged inappropriate behaviour by some shelterees housed at schools. Earlier this week, JTA President Mark Malabver raised concerns that persons displaced by Hurricane Melissa last year and being housed at schools were having sex at the institutions.
Thursday, April 09, 2026 Natalie Campbell News No comments
The Local Government Ministry says shelterees still housed at schools will be placed in viable accommodations by May 8. As at today, April 9, only 8 schools are operating as shelters, housing 81 shelterees.
Thursday, April 09, 2026 Myesha Broadie News No comments
There are challenges filling posts previously held by Cuban healthcare workers at the Cornwall Regional Hospital in St. James. This was disclosed by Health and Wellness Minister, Dr. Christopher Tufton at a press conference hosted by the Western Regional Health Authority (WRHA) today.
Thursday, April 09, 2026 Markelia Rumble News No comments
A bomb threat at the Spanish Town Hospital has disrupted operations at the facility, prompting a swift emergency response. The South East Regional Health Authority (SERHA) said the management team at the facility is working closely with the authorities to maintain a secure environment.