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Fi We Children Foundation calls on Gov’t to urgently review and increase daily lunch allocation provided to PATH students

Fi We Children Foundation calls on Gov’t to urgently review and increase daily lunch allocation provided to PATH students

The FWCF argues that the current amount of $250 per day per PATH student is insufficient in today’s economic climate.It notes that the PATH lunch programme remains one of the country’s most important social support initiatives, assisting vulnerable children who depend on school meals for daily nutrition.

Face-to-face classes to resume at STETHS today after altercations among students forced classes online last week

Face-to-face classes to resume at STETHS today after altercations among students forced classes online last week

IRIE FM News understands that about three separate incidents were reported at the institution involving approximately 12 students last Wednesday.As a result, classes were held online on Thursday and Friday.

“Have mercy!” Small businesses call on large manufacturers and distributors to apply restraint with cost increases

“Have mercy!” Small businesses call on large manufacturers and distributors to apply restraint with cost increases

With several companies issuing recent notices of price adjustments, a call is being made for Jamaica's largest corporate players to consider restraint in the cost increases.As geopolitical pressures, such as the ongoing war in the Middle East, impact global fuel costs, some local entities have opted

KSAMC says controversial billboard removed from Rockfort area; urges advertisers to be mindful of material shared in public spaces

KSAMC says controversial billboard removed from Rockfort area; urges advertisers to be mindful of material shared in public spaces

The Kingston and St. Andrew Municipal Corporation (KSAMC) says that while it does not regulate creative content, it is urging businesses and advertisers to be mindful of the material displayed in public spaces.This, after a controversial billboard was removed in Rockfort, St. Andrew, following widespread

Two men killed in separate road crashes in St. Mary and St. James yesterday

Two men killed in separate road crashes in St. Mary and St. James yesterday

he deceased have been identified as 47-year-old Sian Taylor a taxi operator of Great Pond St. Ann and an unidentified man. According to police the latest incident occurred about 10:50 PM last night along the A.G.S Coombs Highway in the vicinity of Fairview Plaza in St. James.

“Truly a force of nature”: Jamaicans Salute Mothers

“Truly a force of nature”: Jamaicans Salute Mothers

Mothers are truly a force of nature, rightly hailed as loving, caring, selfless, and strong.These are some words used to describe mothers, as they are celebrated globally today.

PM Holness encourages public to celebrate incredible mothers of Jamaica, meanwhile Opposition Leader Mark Golding describes mothers as power source of Jamaica

PM Holness encourages public to celebrate incredible mothers of Jamaica, meanwhile Opposition Leader Mark Golding describes mothers as power source of Jamaica

In a social media post this morning he emphasized that persons should make this day a memorable one for the women who have given life. He urged individuals to show care whether by a heartfelt phone call, a warm embrace, or a simple act of kindness.

National Chest Hospital Blood Collection Centre in Kingston is to be refurbished and upgraded

National Chest Hospital Blood Collection Centre in Kingston is to be refurbished and upgraded

This after a $15 million contract was signed on Friday between the Ministry of Health and Skymar Building Construction and maintenance limited. The project forms part of efforts by the Ministry to strengthen Jamaica’s blood-collection network and improve access to safe and reliable blood supplies across

“Include us in rebuilding efforts”, SME contractors want piece of NaRRA pie

“Include us in rebuilding efforts”, SME contractors want piece of NaRRA pie

The NaRRA Act, aims to establish a single central authority to lead, coordinate and speed up post-hurricane reconstruction efforts, particularly after Hurricane Melissa last October. The Bill was passed in the Senate on Friday and is expected to be sent to the Governor General for assent and then gazetted

St James police probe murder of woman at Peoples Arcade

St James police probe murder of woman at Peoples Arcade

The St. James police are probing the murder of a woman at the Peoples Arcade in Montego Bay, this morning.

Fi We Children Foundation calls on Gov’t to urgently review and increase daily lunch allocation provided to PATH students

Monday, May 11, 2026 Marlene Freeman News No comments

The FWCF argues that the current amount of $250 per day per PATH student is insufficient in today’s economic climate.It notes that the PATH lunch programme remains one of the country’s most important social support initiatives, assisting vulnerable children who depend on school meals for daily nutrition.

Face-to-face classes to resume at STETHS today after altercations among students forced classes online last week

Monday, May 11, 2026 Clement Reid News No comments

IRIE FM News understands that about three separate incidents were reported at the institution involving approximately 12 students last Wednesday.As a result, classes were held online on Thursday and Friday.

Supreme Courts denies injunction filed by Pivott LLC against PFJL

Friday, May 08, 2026 Dwight Fraser sports No comments

The Supreme Court has denied the injunction application filed by Pivott LLC seeking to prevent Professional Football Jamica Limited (PFJL) from producing and broadcasting the Jamaica Premier League.

Usain Bolt urge fans to swiftly secure tickets for World Athletics Ultimate Championship

Wednesday, May 06, 2026 Dwight Fraser sports No comments

Triple world-record holder Usain Bolt is urging fans to act swiftly to secure tickets for the inaugural World Athletics Ultimate Championship, set to take place in Budapest, Hungary, from September 11–13.

Gospel community mourns as Kukudoo passes away at 61

Friday, May 08, 2026 K'Shema Francis-Pitt Entertainment No comments

The gospel fraternity is in mourning following the death of veteran gospel singer David “Kukudoo” McDermott, who passed away at the age of 61

Noah Powa fires back at Tony Matterhorn comment

Friday, May 08, 2026 K'Shema Francis-Pitt Entertainment No comments

Selector, actor, and comedian Noah Powa has responded strongly to comments made by veteran selector Tony Matterhorn, accusing him of being disrespectful and stating that he does not want any friendship with him.