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Sombre mood in Spicy Hill, Trelawny after 2 residents killed in Queens Highway crash

A sombre mood hangs over the Spicy Hill community in Duncans, Trelawny, after 2 residents perished in a motor vehicle crash along Queens Highway in Discovery Bay, St. Ann this morning.

Dead are 29-year-old medical professional Sashalee Williams and her boyfriend Dale Robert Williams.

Over 4,000 patients in Jamaica served by Chinese medical ship

The Chinese medical ship which docked on the island's shores on December 4 has served more than 4,000 patients and is to depart the island's waters on Tuesday December 16.

Health and Wellness Minister Dr. Christopher Tufton made the revelation during a press conference this morning.

Funds donated to government’s Hurricane Melissa platform to go towards purchasing of building supplies for victims

Director General of the Office of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management (ODPEM) Commander Alvin Gayle gave the update during a post cabinet press briefing yesterday. He said so far J$780 million has been donated.

Health Minister says vector control activities have been carried out in 1347 communities

Speaking at a press conference this morning the minister said the activities targetted ground water sources and container habitats. He said 713 communities have been fogged.

St. Ann, St. James and St. Catherine account for most of the country’s 91 suspected leptospirosis cases

St. James has the highest with 19, followed by St. Ann and St. Catherine with 13 each.
Principal Medical Officer and National Epidemiologist, Dr. Karen Webster-Kerr gave an update during a press briefing this morning.

Grand Slam Track files for bankruptcy after investor collapse, leaving millions owed to athletes and vendors

Grand Slam Track — the much-hyped professional track and field league that launched with bold promises of reshaping the sport — has officially filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, marking a stunning setback for what was billed as the most ambitious athletics venture in years.

Windies still trailing despite improved bowling on Day 2 in Wellington

The West Indies face an uphill battle after stumps on Day 2 of the second Test against New Zealand at the Basin Reserve, despite a disciplined effort from their seam attack.

Gov’t spent over $225M on food for Hurricane Melissa emergency response

Social Security Minster Pearnel Charles Junior said this includes over $170 million, post hurricane.
Meantime, over 340,000 food packages have been distributed by the government to date.

PM Holness urged Jamaicans to make climate awareness a priority

Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness says every Jamaican must make climate awareness a priority, warning that the country is already feeling the effects of a rapidly changing environment. Speaking on Tuesday at the ground breaking ceremony for the Sygnus Lakespen Industrial Park in St. Catherine, the prime

Major town centres islandwide should have electricity between Christmas and New Year’s Day

All major town centres islandwide should have electricity between Christmas and New Years Day. This as efforts by the Jamaica Public Service (JPS), to restore power post Hurricane Melissa, will be bolstered by the arrival of 300 more linesmen this weekend, as well as additional equipment before Christmas.

Sombre mood in Spicy Hill, Trelawny after 2 residents killed in Queens Highway crash

Thursday, December 11, 2025 Myesha Broadie News No comments

A sombre mood hangs over the Spicy Hill community in Duncans, Trelawny, after 2 residents perished in a motor vehicle crash along Queens Highway in Discovery Bay, St. Ann this morning. Dead are 29-year-old medical professional Sashalee Williams and her boyfriend Dale Robert Williams.

Over 4,000 patients in Jamaica served by Chinese medical ship

Thursday, December 11, 2025 Clement Reid News No comments

The Chinese medical ship which docked on the island's shores on December 4 has served more than 4,000 patients and is to depart the island's waters on Tuesday December 16. Health and Wellness Minister Dr. Christopher Tufton made the revelation during a press conference this morning.

Grand Slam Track files for bankruptcy after investor collapse, leaving millions owed to athletes and vendors

Thursday, December 11, 2025 Wayde Brown Sports No comments

Grand Slam Track — the much-hyped professional track and field league that launched with bold promises of reshaping the sport — has officially filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, marking a stunning setback for what was billed as the most ambitious athletics venture in years.

Windies still trailing despite improved bowling on Day 2 in Wellington

Thursday, December 11, 2025 Wayde Brown Sports No comments

The West Indies face an uphill battle after stumps on Day 2 of the second Test against New Zealand at the Basin Reserve, despite a disciplined effort from their seam attack.

Reggae Fest promoter postpones Mavado concert to support hurricane relief efforts

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 Viviene Stewart Entertainment No comments

CJ Milan, the promoter of reggae fest- the return of Mavado has announced the postponement of the highly anticipated event slated for December 27.

‘From us with love’- Producer Mikey Bennett and friends launch toy drive for children in western Jamaica

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 Viviene Stewart Entertainment No comments

Ace songwriter and music producer Mikey Bennett has teamed up with family and friends to deliver a joyful Christmas for children in western Jamaica, with a gift drive dubbed ‘From us with Love.’