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Merl Grove’s shining star Abigail Bennett readies to make a mark at Penns

ISSA Girls Championship Class 1 discuss champion Abigail Bennett will once again wave the flag of Merl Grove High at the 130th running of the Penn Relays in Philadelphia.

Woman shot and killed at church in Montego Bay St. James

Her identity has not yet been released. Its reported that the woman was at the entrance of the church when a vehicle approached.

Importers, consignees and customs brokers have until month end to clear cargo at Montego Bay Port Warehouse

This, as the Jamaica Customs Agency implements measures to address ongoing congestion caused by a significant accumulation of cargo that has remained uncollected for extended periods.

Youth Advisory Council of Jamaica calls for greater parental responsibility amid rising school violence

The YACJ says its concerned about recent incidents of violence in the school system, noting the growing national unease regarding student behaviour and school culture. Recognising Education Ministry initiatives such as Bully Proof JA, as part of the national response the YACJ says, the issue requires

Administrative Professional of the year urges those entering the field to embrace technology and perform well

As Administrative Professionals Day is celebrated today, All-Island Administrative Professional of the year Phyllicia Ramdial is urging those seeking to enter the field to embrace technology and deliver their best performance at all times. Ms. Ramdial who is an Administrative Coordinator in the Security

JTB and Sandals host remote radio blitz to boost tourist arrivals

An international media blitz is being undertaken by tourism stakeholders to boost visitor arrivals post Hurricane Melissa. The blitz being held at Sandals Ochi Beach in St. Ann began on Monday and runs through Friday.

St. Mary Municipal Corporation identifies two plots of land as proposed sites for new cemeteries

The lands are located in Cape Clear and Charlottenburgh. The development comes as the municipal authority is concerned about the increase in home burials.

Front line set! Back line set! -Jamaican athletes ready to dominate Penns again

All is in place for the Jamaican High School juggernaut to stamp its dominance when the 130th running of the Penn Relays gets underway on Thursday, April 23, at the Franklin Field Stadium in Philadelphia.

Chelsea sacks manager Liam Rosenior

Chelsea have sacked manager Liam Rosenior just three months after he signed a six-year contract with the Premier League club.

Jamaicans reminded to stay hydrated as country experiences high temperatures

Parish Programme Specialist for Occupational Safety and Health at the St. Mary Health Department, Marchette Morgan is urging the public to be cautious about what they consume during this period of extreme heat.

She also warns against leaving pets and children locked inside vehicles and encouraged vigilance

Woman shot and killed at church in Montego Bay St. James

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 Patrice Walters News No comments

Her identity has not yet been released. Its reported that the woman was at the entrance of the church when a vehicle approached.

Importers, consignees and customs brokers have until month end to clear cargo at Montego Bay Port Warehouse

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 Shanice Gibbs News No comments

This, as the Jamaica Customs Agency implements measures to address ongoing congestion caused by a significant accumulation of cargo that has remained uncollected for extended periods.

Merl Grove’s shining star Abigail Bennett readies to make a mark at Penns

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 Roger Hasfal sports No comments

ISSA Girls Championship Class 1 discuss champion Abigail Bennett will once again wave the flag of Merl Grove High at the 130th running of the Penn Relays in Philadelphia.

Front line set! Back line set! -Jamaican athletes ready to dominate Penns again

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 Roger Hasfal sports No comments

All is in place for the Jamaican High School juggernaut to stamp its dominance when the 130th running of the Penn Relays gets underway on Thursday, April 23, at the Franklin Field Stadium in Philadelphia.

Rastafari community celebrates diamond jubilee of the visit of Emperor Haile Selassie I

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 Viviene Stewart Entertainment No comments

The rastafari community is today, marking the 60th anniversary of emperor haile selassie i’s transformative visit to jamaica with a celebration now underway at the louise bennett garden theatre.

Bounty Killer set to receive key to the city of Kingston

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 Viviene Stewart Entertainment No comments

Dancehall icon Bounty Killer is set to receive one of Kingston’s highest civic honours, following a recent resolution passed by the Kingston and St Andrew Municipal Corporation.