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Stakeholders working towards recovery of the agriculture sector, post hurricane Melissa

The category five system, which made landfall on October 28, 2025 destroyed farms across the island, including many in the "bread basket" parish of St. Elizabeth.

The storm decimated farms, uprooted trees, and left farmers in dismay.

Brandon King handed Captain’s role for West Indies T20 International series against Afghanistan

Jamaican opening batsman Brandon King has been named captain of the West Indies team for the three match T20 International series against Afghanistan which starts later this month at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium in the United Arab Emirates .

Government says it remains focused on assisting Jamaicans, following hurricane Melissa

State Minister in the Office of the Prime Minister Senator Abka Fitz-Henley says, work has been taking place to ensure a smooth transition from relief efforts, to assisting with residential housing recovery for those affected by the category 5 system.

He notes that the focus of the holness led administration

February 2 trial set for alleged Klansman gang leader Tesha Miller

Justice Dale Palmer confirmed the new date when the matter was called up in the home circuit court today.

It comes after prosecutors advised that they were not trial ready.

JCF says deployment of 1,000 body worn cameras is in an advanced stage

The update was provided this afternoon.

It follows renewed calls for the use of bodycams by members of the security forces.

Capleton calls on youths to respect the culture

Reggae and dancehall veteran Capleton is urging younger entertainers to respect and honor the foundation of the culture.

Silk Boss calls out producers over artist support

Entertainer Silk Boss is speaking out against what he describes as unfair practices by some music producers.

Beres Hammond warns fans after Facebook hack

Reggae legend Beres Hammond has alerted fans that his Facebook page has been compromised and is sharing content that does not reflect his values or beliefs.

JDF soldier accosted following massive firearms and ammunition seizure at Kingston Logistics Centre

Police seized 28 firearms and more than 6000 rounds of ammunition described as one of the largest arms seizures at the Kingston Logistics Centre on December 19 last year.

Investigations led to an operation to accost a member of the Jamaica Defence Force, 36-year-old Odeen Lawrence, of Dublin Castle

Maggotty High mourns student killed in quadruple fatal crash in St. Elizabeth on Saturday

The Maggotty High School in St. Elizabeth is in mourning, following the tragic death of one of its students in a crash along the Font Hill main road in the parish on Saturday.

Dead is Grade 7 pupil, 12-year-old, Janelia Dunkley.

Stakeholders working towards recovery of the agriculture sector, post hurricane Melissa

Monday, January 12, 2026 Georgetta Williams News No comments

The category five system, which made landfall on October 28, 2025 destroyed farms across the island, including many in the "bread basket" parish of St. Elizabeth. The storm decimated farms, uprooted trees, and left farmers in dismay.

Government says it remains focused on assisting Jamaicans, following hurricane Melissa

Monday, January 12, 2026 Myesha Broadie News No comments

State Minister in the Office of the Prime Minister Senator Abka Fitz-Henley says, work has been taking place to ensure a smooth transition from relief efforts, to assisting with residential housing recovery for those affected by the category 5 system. He notes that the focus of the holness led administration entering 2026, is constant.

Brandon King handed Captain’s role for West Indies T20 International series against Afghanistan

Monday, January 12, 2026 Dwight Fraser Sports No comments

Jamaican opening batsman Brandon King has been named captain of the West Indies team for the three match T20 International series against Afghanistan which starts later this month at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium in the United Arab Emirates .