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Jamaica’s Junior Swimmers ready for Carifta Championship in Martinique next month

Jamaica's Junior Swimmers will be looking to make a profound statement when they travel to Martinique next month.

Danielle Williams to compete at the Wanda Diamond League / 2026 Prefontaine Classic on July 4

Two times World 100 metres hurdles champion Danielle Williams is listed to compete at the Wanda Diamond League / 2026 Prefontaine Classic set to be staged at Hayward Field at the University of Oregon on July 4.

Police charge 4 men in connection with the seizure of over 2,000 pounds of ganja during joint police/military operation in Alligator Pond, St. Elizabeth

The men have been charged with possession of ganja, dealing in ganja, trafficking ganja, taking steps preparatory to export ganja and conspiracy to export ganja.

Charged are: 57-year-old Paul Kelly and 40-year-old Omar Nard both of Rocky Point, Clarendon, 37-year-old Achiema Mckoy, of Braes River, St.

Gov’t assures that rights and interest of land owners and residents will be protected with construction of Port Antonio Bypass in Portland

The construction phase of the US$81 million project is set to commence in the next 8 weeks.

Contractors, China Harbour Engineering Company (CHEC) has started some clearance activities on government owned land.

Gov’t to implement initiatives to support financial sector

The government plans to implement a raft of initiatives aimed at supporting the financial sector as part of efforts to grow the economy.

Finance Minister Fayval Williams explained that the focus on the financial sector, which includes pension funds, insurance, securities and banks, will ultimately result

Five men suspected of involvement in Lottery Scamming arrested

Five men suspected of involvement in lottery scamming were arrested along Kings Drive, in Kingston 8, yesterday.

Three motor vehicles and several electronic devices including cellphones and laptops were also seized.

Reports are that police conducted an intelligence led operation at an apartment occupied

JLP rejects criticisms that gov’t is weak, following decision to not renew Cuba medical-care arrangement

The Jamaica Labour Party, JLP is rejecting criticisms that the government is weak, following its decision to not renew the medical-care arrangement with Cuba after 5 decades.

Jamaica's Foreign Affairs Ministry announced last week that both countries were unable to agree on new terms and conditions under

L.U.S.T now confirmed for Rebel Salute USA 2026

Fans of reggae quartet L.U.S.T can look forward to seeing the group perform at the inaugural staging of Rebel Salute USA 2026 on April 19 after a recent misunderstanding over their booking was resolved.

Burger King 5k & Relay shatters previous attendance records, with registration soaring to over 4,500

The event, which was held in Kingston on Sunday, March 8, shifted from being a school-centric run to include corporate teams, gyms and community clubs.It also had a $2 million prize pool.

Health Minister says discontinuation of current Jamaica-Cuban medical arrangement will not impact reopening of Cornwall Regional Hospital

Jamaicans are being assured that the discontinuation of the current Jamaica-Cuban medical arrangement will not impact the reopening of the Cornwall Regional and Western Children and Adolescent Hospitals in St. James.Health Minister Dr. Christopher Tufton gave the assurance while being questioned by reporters

Police charge 4 men in connection with the seizure of over 2,000 pounds of ganja during joint police/military operation in Alligator Pond, St. Elizabeth

Tuesday, March 10, 2026 Natalie Campbell News No comments

The men have been charged with possession of ganja, dealing in ganja, trafficking ganja, taking steps preparatory to export ganja and conspiracy to export ganja. Charged are: 57-year-old Paul Kelly and 40-year-old Omar Nard both of Rocky Point, Clarendon, 37-year-old Achiema Mckoy, of Braes River, St. Elizabeth and 35-year-old Carl Manderson of Half Moon Bay, Hellshire, St. Catherine.

Gov’t assures that rights and interest of land owners and residents will be protected with construction of Port Antonio Bypass in Portland

Tuesday, March 10, 2026 Natalie Campbell News No comments

The construction phase of the US$81 million project is set to commence in the next 8 weeks. Contractors, China Harbour Engineering Company (CHEC) has started some clearance activities on government owned land.

Jamaica’s Junior Swimmers ready for Carifta Championship in Martinique next month

Tuesday, March 10, 2026 Dwight Fraser sports No comments

Jamaica's Junior Swimmers will be looking to make a profound statement when they travel to Martinique next month.

Danielle Williams to compete at the Wanda Diamond League / 2026 Prefontaine Classic on July 4

Tuesday, March 10, 2026 Dwight Fraser sports No comments

Two times World 100 metres hurdles champion Danielle Williams is listed to compete at the Wanda Diamond League / 2026 Prefontaine Classic set to be staged at Hayward Field at the University of Oregon on July 4.

L.U.S.T now confirmed for Rebel Salute USA 2026

Tuesday, March 10, 2026 Viviene Stewart Entertainment No comments

Fans of reggae quartet L.U.S.T can look forward to seeing the group perform at the inaugural staging of Rebel Salute USA 2026 on April 19 after a recent misunderstanding over their booking was resolved.

Mr Lexx lands role in new movie

Monday, March 09, 2026 K'Shema Francis-Pitt Entertainment No comments

Dancehall deejay Mr. Lexx can now add actor to his portfolio after landing a role in a new movie called Blood Money.