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PM Holness assures government will provide budget to equip all police formations with body-worn cameras

Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness has assured that the government will supply the police force with the necessary budget to ensure all formations are equipped with body-worn cameras.

Speaking at today’s passing-out parade and awards ceremony, Dr. Holness acknowledged the concerns raised about body cameras.

100 million dollar recovery programme implemented by Banana Board and RADA to revive the banana and plantain sector

A 100 million dollar recovery programme is being implemented by The Banana Board and the Rural Agricultural Development Authority (RADA), to revive the banana and plantain sector, after hurricane Melissa caused severe damage to production.

Agriculture Minister, Floyd Green confirmed that there is a

IRIE FM’s One-One Coco Relief Drive brings hope to western Jamaica

The IRIE FM One-One Coco Relief Drive continued its mission to support residents of hurricane-affected communities with the third distribution last Sunday.

Grand Slam Track (GST) offered small loan as vendors gets restive

There are reports that a loan of 3 million dollars from lead investor winners alliance has been offered to help Grand Slam Track (GST) pay off some of his debts, after the meet organizers recently declared bankruptcy.

Brianna Lyston will compete at the 2026 New Balance Indoor Grand Prix in Boston

Former World Under 20 gold medallist Brianna Lyston will compete at the 2026 New Balance Indoor Grand Prix, in Boston on Saturday.

MOCA arrests three in multi-million dollar fraud investigation affecting several financial institutions

The Major Organized Crime and Anti-Corruption Agency (MOCA) arrested three suspects last week in connection with a massive multi-million dollar fraud investigation affecting several financial institutions across the island.

The suspects, a 44-year-old man and two women, ages 37 and 40, were nabbed following

Suspected serial rapist charged in multi-parish sex crimes between 2023 and 2026

A suspected serial rapist has been charged in connection with a string of sexual offences committed across multiple parishes over the last three years.

Detectives assigned to the Counter Terrorism and Organized Crime Investigation Branch (CTOC) have charged 25-year-old Ackiel Davis of Cornwall Barracks,

Agriculture ministry reports significant reduction in prices of some farm produce

Minister of Agriculture Floyd Green said the reductions range from 14 to 77 percent.

The glut resulted from a drop in demand for produce, mainly by hotels, which are ongoing restoration.

Government prepares to implement policies and programmes aimed at ensuring financial system can support resurgence and resilience

He was speaking last evening at the Jamaica Stock Exchange Regional Investments and Capital Markets Conference.

He noted the need for the regulatory regime to evolve.

Kingston East Police probing suspected case of murder/suicide involving husband and wife

A husband and wife are dead in what police believe is a case of murder-suicide.

They have been identified as 53-year-old paralegal Morvine Thompson Palmer and 49-year-old Mason Peat Palmer, both of Dorado Drive, Harbour View in Kingston.

PM Holness assures government will provide budget to equip all police formations with body-worn cameras

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 Patrice Walters News No comments

Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness has assured that the government will supply the police force with the necessary budget to ensure all formations are equipped with body-worn cameras. Speaking at today’s passing-out parade and awards ceremony, Dr. Holness acknowledged the concerns raised about body cameras.

100 million dollar recovery programme implemented by Banana Board and RADA to revive the banana and plantain sector

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 Markelia Rumble News No comments

A 100 million dollar recovery programme is being implemented by The Banana Board and the Rural Agricultural Development Authority (RADA), to revive the banana and plantain sector, after hurricane Melissa caused severe damage to production. Agriculture Minister, Floyd Green confirmed that there is a severe shortage of bananas and plantains locally.

Grand Slam Track (GST) offered small loan as vendors gets restive

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 Dwight Fraser sports No comments

There are reports that a loan of 3 million dollars from lead investor winners alliance has been offered to help Grand Slam Track (GST) pay off some of his debts, after the meet organizers recently declared bankruptcy.

Brianna Lyston will compete at the 2026 New Balance Indoor Grand Prix in Boston

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 Dwight Fraser sports No comments

Former World Under 20 gold medallist Brianna Lyston will compete at the 2026 New Balance Indoor Grand Prix, in Boston on Saturday.

IRIE FM’s One-One Coco Relief Drive brings hope to western Jamaica

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 Viviene Stewart Entertainment No comments

The IRIE FM One-One Coco Relief Drive continued its mission to support residents of hurricane-affected communities with the third distribution last Sunday.

Bob and Rita Marley Foundations announce ‘Postive Vibration’ themed celebrations for Bob Marley’s 81st birthday

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 Viviene Stewart Entertainment No comments

Reggae lovers will have the opportunity to join in celebrating the life, legacy and enduring impact of Bob Marley on Friday, February 6, as the Marley family hosts a day-long celebration in honour of what would have been the reggae legend’s 81st birthday.