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JTA challenges Education Ministry over shelteree misconduct at schools

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

Shelterees still being accommodated at schools to be relocated by May 8

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.

Health Minister highlights challenges filling posts previously held by Cuban healthcare workers at CRH

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.

Bomb threat disrupts operations at Spanish Town Hospital

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.

Bounce-out Kite Fiesta promoter blames scammers for Dancing Rebel’s absence at event

Party promoter Gregory McFarlane is urging fellow event organizers to be vigilant when booking artistes and other talent.

FIFA opens case against Mount Pleasant FC

Caribbean Cup champions Mount Pleasant is once again under the microscope of football's World governing body FIFA.

Investigations continue to determine cause of fire which claimed life of 14 y/o girl

Jamaica Fire Brigade Divisional Commander for St Catherine Superintendent Dennis Lyons says investigators are seeking to determine what caused a fire that claimed the life of a 14-year-old girl at her home in St John's Gardens, Spanish Town St. Catherine yesterday. She has been identified as Gabriella

Three persons were chopped, one fatally in Cobbla District Manchester last night

The deceased is 30-year-old Otis Moore otherwise called ‘Juju’, a resident of Cobbla. Police reports are that about 10:00 PM a dispute developed among a group of individuals.

2026 Wanda Diamond League set for tentative start on June 19 in Qatar

The 2026 Wanda Diamond League will not get underway as schedule on May 8 in Doha Qatar.

Gov’t says it has no confirmed report of inappropriate behaviour by shelterees at schools, calls on JTA President to provide evidence

This in the wake of claims by Jamaica Teachers’ Association President Mark Malabver yesterday who alleged among other things that some shelteeres were engaging in sexual acts in clear view of students. There are 81 persons being accommodated at schools across eight shelter sites.

JTA challenges Education Ministry over shelteree misconduct at schools

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.

Shelterees still being accommodated at schools to be relocated by May 8

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.

FIFA opens case against Mount Pleasant FC

Thursday, April 09, 2026 Robert Williams sports No comments

Caribbean Cup champions Mount Pleasant is once again under the microscope of football's World governing body FIFA.

2026 Wanda Diamond League set for tentative start on June 19 in Qatar

Wednesday, April 08, 2026 Dwight Fraser sports No comments

The 2026 Wanda Diamond League will not get underway as schedule on May 8 in Doha Qatar.

Bounce-out Kite Fiesta promoter blames scammers for Dancing Rebel’s absence at event

Thursday, April 09, 2026 Viviene Stewart Entertainment No comments

Party promoter Gregory McFarlane is urging fellow event organizers to be vigilant when booking artistes and other talent.

Mojo Morgan’s Spirit School Tour heads to JC next week

Wednesday, April 08, 2026 Viviene Stewart Entertainment No comments

Grammy award-winning reggae artist mojo morgan of morgan heritage continues to use his platform to uplift and educate, with his latest venture being a school tour named after his latest single, Spirit.