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Regional News: No murder recorded in TCI up to March 27- Commissioner Bailey

No murder was recorded in the Turks and Caicos Islands, TCI up to Friday March 27.

That's according to the country's Police Commissioner and former Deputy Commissioner of the Jamaica Constabulary Force, Fitz Bailey.

At least 6 people killed in separate road crashes at the weekend

2 deaths occurred in St. Elizabeth, 2 in Westmoreland, 1 in St. Catherine and 1 in St. Ann. Police have identified 5 of the deceased. They are Amar Henry, 17-year-old Jakwon Malcolm of Farm District, Whitehouse, Westmoreland, 30-year-old Omar Spence, a construction worker of Coley Mountain District,

700,000 farmers set to benefit from US$50 million project promoting climate resilient agriculture

Managing Director of the Jamaica Social Investment Fund (JSIF) Omar Sweeney made the statement today, following the announcement of the Green Climate Fund (GCF's) approval of the project. Minister of Environment and Climate Change, Matthew Samuda formally disclosed the project at a press briefing this

JUTC has paid all its bill – Managing Director Owen Ellington

That was the update given by the state-owned bus company's, Managing Director, Owen Ellington, at an event at the Caribbean Maritime University on Friday. Mr. Ellington noted significant improvements in the company's management, operations and output.

Naomi Cowan says JUNO win reflects women’s voice in every space

Reggae singer Naomi Cowan says her JUNO Award win reflects the importance of recognizing that women have a voice in every space.

Cedella Marley: “World Cup dream is alive” as Reggae Boyz face DR Congo

Cedella Marley says “the World Cup 2026 dream is alive and well” as she urges Jamaicans to unite and support the Reggae Boyz ahead of their crucial qualifier.

Green Climate Fund approves US$50 million project promoting climate resilient agriculture

Minister of Environment and Climate Change Matthew Samuda announced today that the Green Climate Fund has approved the project. He added that over 40 million of the sum is grant financing.

UCASE warns of possible industrial action if Gov’t fails to implement 2024 agreement affecting public dental surgeons

UCASE acts on behalf of the Jamaica Association of Public Dental Surgeons (JAPDENS), the union for registered dental surgeons across the island. The dispute centres on a side letter agreement signed on October 8, 2024, which sought to correct an employment anomaly, where registered dental surgeons were

JUTC highlights notable increase in revenue collection

According to the JUTC, preliminary internal analysis indicates a notable increase in fare revenue collection in the days following recent arrests. Nine drivers from various depots were arrested and charged between March 18, and March 26, in connection with offences relating to the alleged misappropriation

Blue skies of Joy for Edwin Alllen High and Jamaica College

Celebrations are running high today among supporters of Jamaica College and Edwin Allen High School following their commanding victories at Saturday’s ISSA/GraceKennedy Boys and Girls Athletics Championships at the National Stadium.

Regional News: No murder recorded in TCI up to March 27- Commissioner Bailey

Monday, March 30, 2026 Myesha Broadie News No comments

No murder was recorded in the Turks and Caicos Islands, TCI up to Friday March 27. That's according to the country's Police Commissioner and former Deputy Commissioner of the Jamaica Constabulary Force, Fitz Bailey.

At least 6 people killed in separate road crashes at the weekend

Monday, March 30, 2026 Myesha Broadie News No comments

2 deaths occurred in St. Elizabeth, 2 in Westmoreland, 1 in St. Catherine and 1 in St. Ann. Police have identified 5 of the deceased. They are Amar Henry, 17-year-old Jakwon Malcolm of Farm District, Whitehouse, Westmoreland, 30-year-old Omar Spence, a construction worker of Coley Mountain District, Manchester, 32-year-old Nigel Kirlew, a farmer of Moreland Hill District in Little London, Westmoreland and 19-year-old Kassim Peart of Old Buckfield, Ocho Rios, St. Ann.

Blue skies of Joy for Edwin Alllen High and Jamaica College

Monday, March 30, 2026 Dwight Fraser sports No comments

Celebrations are running high today among supporters of Jamaica College and Edwin Allen High School following their commanding victories at Saturday’s ISSA/GraceKennedy Boys and Girls Athletics Championships at the National Stadium.

Richards mines second consecutive bronze -Jamaica’s medal tally moves to three at World Indoors

Saturday, March 21, 2026 Roger Hasfal sports No comments

Jamaica added a bronze medal to the tally this morning on Day 2 of the 2026 World Indoor Championships in Poland to take the overall medal achievement to three - two silver and one bronze to sit in 5th place on the overall table. Raymond Richards secured his second consecutive World Indoors bronze medal when he claimed third place in the men's high jump with a season best 2.26 metres.

Naomi Cowan says JUNO win reflects women’s voice in every space

Monday, March 30, 2026 K'Shema Francis-Pitt Entertainment No comments

Reggae singer Naomi Cowan says her JUNO Award win reflects the importance of recognizing that women have a voice in every space.

Cedella Marley: “World Cup dream is alive” as Reggae Boyz face DR Congo

Monday, March 30, 2026 K'Shema Francis-Pitt Entertainment No comments

Cedella Marley says “the World Cup 2026 dream is alive and well” as she urges Jamaicans to unite and support the Reggae Boyz ahead of their crucial qualifier.