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Police force again explains that assignment of close protection officers is not automatic or arbitrary

Police force again explains that assignment of close protection officers is not automatic or arbitrary

This in the wake of recent public discourse about some public officials, who deem their life to be at risk, not having adequate security. In a statement, the Jamaica Constabulary Force pointed out that close protection officers are specially trained members of the force, who are assigned to the Protective

Police say safety, security and public order maintained at recent staging of Reggae Sumfest in Plantation Cove, St. Ann

Police say safety, security and public order maintained at recent staging of Reggae Sumfest in Plantation Cove, St. Ann

Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) in the Jamaica Constabulary's Strategic Operations Portfolio, Dr. Gary Mckenzie, said no major incident occurred at the event, and the traffic was of no concern due to the systems implemented by the police as well as other stakeholders. There were concerns, as major

NRSC says Jamaica must remain vigilant in engaging all aspects of the safe systems approach to road safety

NRSC says Jamaica must remain vigilant in engaging all aspects of the safe systems approach to road safety

The National Road Safety Council (NRSC) says Jamaica must remain vigilant in engaging all aspects of the safe systems approach to road safety. This call follows a weekend in which 13 people were killed on the nation's roads.

JMDA calls on Health Minister to retract misleading statement regarding actions of interns, during protest last month

JMDA calls on Health Minister to retract misleading statement regarding actions of interns, during protest last month

The Jamaica Medical Doctors' Association (JMDA) is calling on Health Minister Dr. Christopher Tufton to retract what it describes as a misleading statement regarding the actions of interns, during a protest last month. According to the Association, the statement by the Minister said the interns at the

Roswell continues impressive winning run

Roswell continues impressive winning run

National champion Demisha Roswell continued her winning ways as she led a Jamaican 1-2 in the 100 meters hurdles, at the prestigious TIPOS P-T-S Meeting - A World Athletics Continental Tour Silver level event in Slovakia today.

Fi We Children Foundation renews call for clear limits on schools’ administrative powers over graduation ceremonies

Fi We Children Foundation renews call for clear limits on schools’ administrative powers over graduation ceremonies

The Fi We Children Foundation (FWCF) is renewing its call for greater clarity under the Education Act regarding the scope of school administrators’ powers to exclude students from graduation ceremonies. FWCF also wants clearer statutory limits on the exercise of those powers to prevent arbitrary decision-making.

A man was shot and killed and another wounded in Top Greenvale Close, Mandeville Manchester this morning

A man was shot and killed and another wounded in Top Greenvale Close, Mandeville Manchester this morning

An unidentified man was shot and killed and another wounded in Top Greenvale Close, Mandeville Manchester this morning. Police reports are that about 12:50 A.M., the man was among patrons at a bar when a gunman entered and opened fire hitting both men.

JCSA welcomes attempts by Health Ministry to establish accountability framework

JCSA welcomes attempts by Health Ministry to establish accountability framework

However, the association says more discussions are needed on how the system will be implemented.

The accountability framework forms part of the Ministry's broader programme to strengthen governance across the public health system by improving oversight, enhancing operational efficiency, clarifying roles

Agriculture Ministry strengthens monitoring of imported produce amid a cyclosporiasis outbreak in the US

Agriculture Ministry strengthens monitoring of imported produce amid a cyclosporiasis outbreak in the US

It is also reviewing all consignments of imported iceberg lettuce, other leafy vegetables and fruits originating in or transiting through the US.

This in a bid to verify the validity of traceability documentation and compliance with Jamaica's import requirements.

A Guardsman Group employee who was injured in a fire at the company’s garage compound on May 27 has died

A Guardsman Group employee who was injured in a fire at the company’s garage compound on May 27 has died

Guardsman Group says an employee who was injured in a fire at the company's garage compound on May 27 has died. The company gave the update in a statement this afternoon.

Police force again explains that assignment of close protection officers is not automatic or arbitrary

Tuesday, July 21, 2026 Patrice Walters News No comments

This in the wake of recent public discourse about some public officials, who deem their life to be at risk, not having adequate security. In a statement, the Jamaica Constabulary Force pointed out that close protection officers are specially trained members of the force, who are assigned to the Protective Services Division.

Police say safety, security and public order maintained at recent staging of Reggae Sumfest in Plantation Cove, St. Ann

Tuesday, July 21, 2026 IRIE FM NEWS News No comments

Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) in the Jamaica Constabulary's Strategic Operations Portfolio, Dr. Gary Mckenzie, said no major incident occurred at the event, and the traffic was of no concern due to the systems implemented by the police as well as other stakeholders. There were concerns, as major events in the past have led to a gridlock and disruptions for the commuting public.

Roswell continues impressive winning run

Tuesday, July 21, 2026 Roger Hasfal sports No comments

National champion Demisha Roswell continued her winning ways as she led a Jamaican 1-2 in the 100 meters hurdles, at the prestigious TIPOS P-T-S Meeting - A World Athletics Continental Tour Silver level event in Slovakia today.

Spain are the 2026 FIFA World Cup Champions ….Viva Espana

Monday, July 20, 2026 Dwight Fraser sports No comments

Spain were crowned champions of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after defeating defending champions Argentina 1–0 in the final on Sunday in New Jersey.

Family issues fraud alert over fake Fantan Mojah fundraisers

Monday, July 20, 2026 K'Shema Francis-Pitt Entertainment No comments

The family of late reggae singer Fantan Mojah is warning the public that there is no official GoFundMe or other fundraising campaign being conducted on his behalf.

“Passing of the torch”: Bounty Killer reacts to Spain beating Argentina

Monday, July 20, 2026 K'Shema Francis-Pitt Entertainment No comments

Bounty Killer is among the celebrities reacting to Spain's 1-0 victory over Argentina in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, describing the result as a "passing of the torch."