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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

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

Spanish Town Mayor introducing formal advertising policy, Ethics Committee to oversee unregulated marketing within Municipality

His announcement follows the removal of a controversial billboard in Rockfort, Kingston, at the weekend.Citizens posted several videos to social media decrying what they say is the inappropriateness and lewdness of the billboard.The billboard was subsequently removed, but Kingston Mayor Andrew Swaby

Works Minister Robert Morgan says One Road Authority has not yet been established and consultations continue

Minister with responsibility for Works, Robert Nesta Morgan says the aim of the Government's proposed One Road Authority (ORA) is not to diminish local government's responsibility for parochial roads.

He said the objective is to ensure that every road - whether local or national - operates within a

NWA says a section of the Broadgate Main Rd in St.Mary is seriously compromised

A section of the Broadgate Main Road in St.Mary is seriously compromised.

The National Works Agency (NWA) says this is because a pipe culvert has been burnt from beneath the road embankment leading to its partial collapse.

Accompong Electoral Committee says nominations for Maroon election to proceed as planned tomorrow, amidst injunction reports

Chief Richard Currie revealed the nomination and election dates on his Instagram page on Sunday, but since then, there have been reports of an injunction to block the activities.It was sought by potential candidate, Meredith Rowe.One of Mr. Rowe's attorneys, George Traille, told IRIE FM News that the

Nearly 400 complaints submitted by citizens to Health Ministry last fiscal year

Principal director of the Enabling Environment in Health and Client Services Unit, Dr. Kimorley Humphrey says 222 of the issues were addressed successfully. The new unit within the Health Ministry focuses on enhancing the patient and client experience at the more than 300 health centres and 24 public

Opposition Spokesperson on Transport Mikeal Phillips says JUTC is in its most pathetic state since establishment

Mr. Phillips made the statement during his Sectoral Debate presentation in Parliament yesterday. He accused the Government of driving the state-owned bus company into a deeper financial crisis, despite the acquisition of hundreds of new buses.

Agriculture Ministry reports increase in praedial larceny convictions

Last year 145 persons were convicted up from the 18 in 2024. The update was given by Portfolio Minister Floyd Green during his contribution to the Sectoral Debate in Parliament yesterday.

Research suggests 1 in 4 Jamaican children reportedly assigned to the wrong father – Tufton

Health and Wellness Minister Dr. Christopher Tufton says research suggests that one in four Jamaican children is reportedly being assigned to the wrong father.

The issue of paternity uncertainty or “jackets" was raised by the minister during his Sectoral debate presentation in Parliament on Tuesday.

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

Thursday, May 14, 2026 Markelia Rumble News No comments

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

Thursday, May 14, 2026 Markelia Rumble News No comments

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 Sectoral Debate presentation in Jamaican Patois

Jamaica’s Reggae Girls confirmed for two friendly Internationals

Thursday, May 14, 2026 Dwight Fraser sports No comments

Jamaica's Reggae Girls have confirmed two friendly internationals next month as they continue their preparation for the Concacaf Championship in November in Texas. The Reggae Girls will take on Panama on June 5 and June 8 at the Rommel Fernandez Stadium in Panama City.

Nicholas Symmonds reportedly drafted in Reggae Boys squad for Unity Cup

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 Dwight Fraser sports No comments

Former national under 20 player Nicholas Symmonds is reported to have been drafted by coach Rudolph Speid in the national squad for the upcoming Unity Cup tournament later this month in England.

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.