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Local Government Minister warns against use of Parish Development Committees/community-based organisations for political purposes

The reprimand came during the Kingston and St. Andrew Governance Conference, held at the Jamaica Conference Centre in Kingston Wednesday.

Mr. Mckenzie noted that in several cases politics reduced the effectiveness of community-based organizations.

13-year-old student of a St. Ann High School charged for reportedly injuring schoolmate with a metal chair

The name of the child has not been released as he's a minor.

It’s reported that the 12-year-old child was injured and rushed to hospital for treatment. He is said to be recovering well.

E-TOC Chairman Dr. Adrian Stokes says bold choices are required by Gov’t to ensure proper funding is secured to rebuild following Hurricane Melissa

He says the national budget cannot accommodate the scale of the financial capital needed to rebuild.

Dr. Stokes is suggesting that the Government enacts measures to crowd in private capital as part of its capital mobilizing strategy.

Reward for information on killing of Jayce Pinnock increased to $1m

Member of Parliament for West Kingston Desmond McKenzie has announced that he will increase the reward for information leading to the arrest of another suspect in the murder of 3 year old Jayce Pinnock to $1m.

Eight schools remain active shelters, following Hurricane Melissa

Permanent Secretary in the Education Ministry Dr. Kasan Troupe says there are 93 shelterees in the educational institutions, a significant reduction in relation to earlier numbers.

Transport Minister directs Transport Authority to inform Ride Hailing Companies that their operations in Jamaica are illegal

Mr. Vaz's reassurance comes amidst the government's efforts to develop and finalize Jamaica's National Ride-Hailing Policy.

It also follows media reports highlighting the concerns of some operators regarding potential market imbalance and unfair competition.

PM Dr. Andrew Holness warns that persons involved in murder of 3-year-old Jayce Pinnock will meet a judge or their maker

He issued the warning at Jayce's funeral at the Pentecostal City Church in Denham Town, Kingston this afternoon.

Jayce and his father 31-year-old Kerrio died days apart following a gun attack at their home in Denham Town on Saturday February 21.

Government reports 90% take-up of public sector flexi-work arrangement

Phase one of the programme was launched on January 29 and implemented on February 2 this year.

Minister of Efficiency, Innovation and Digital Transformation Ambassador Audrey Marks gave the update at yesterday's Post Cabinet Press Briefing.

Consultations continuing on establishment of ORA; Mayors of St. Ann’s Bay and Port Maria express support for the initiative

The ORA is aimed at strengthening coordination, improving accountability, and enhancing the management of Jamaica’s road network.Works Minister Robert Morgan and Local Government Minister Desmond McKenzie met with mayors last week about the Authority.

Education Ministry unable to account for over 300 students, following hurricane Melissa

The Ministry indicates that this is an improvement as the figure stood at over 1,000 when schools resumed in January.

Chairman of the Education Transformation Oversight Committee , E-TOC, Dr. Adrian Stokes, says while the majority of students have returned to formal learning environments the matter

Local Government Minister warns against use of Parish Development Committees/community-based organisations for political purposes

Friday, March 27, 2026 Shanice Gibbs News No comments

The reprimand came during the Kingston and St. Andrew Governance Conference, held at the Jamaica Conference Centre in Kingston Wednesday. Mr. Mckenzie noted that in several cases politics reduced the effectiveness of community-based organizations.

13-year-old student of a St. Ann High School charged for reportedly injuring schoolmate with a metal chair

Friday, March 27, 2026 Clement Reid News No comments

The name of the child has not been released as he's a minor. It’s reported that the 12-year-old child was injured and rushed to hospital for treatment. He is said to be recovering well.

Richards mines second consecutive bronze -Jamaica’s medal tally moves to three at World Indoors

Saturday, March 21, 2026 Roger Hasfal sports No comments

Jamaica added a bronze medal to the tally this morning on Day 2 of the 2026 World Indoor Championships in Poland to take the overall medal achievement to three - two silver and one bronze to sit in 5th place on the overall table. Raymond Richards secured his second consecutive World Indoors bronze medal when he claimed third place in the men's high jump with a season best 2.26 metres.

Silver lining for Jamaica – Day 1 World Indoor Championships

Friday, March 20, 2026 Roger Hasfal sports No comments

Jamaica closed day one of the 2026 World Indoor Championships in Poland with two silver medals for 4th place overall on the medal table. The number two ranked in the world Jordan Scott notched the first medal while Kishane Thompson made it two shortly after.

Possible airport delays loom for Love & Harmony Cruise travelers

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 Viviene Stewart Entertainment No comments

Organizers of the popular Love & Harmony cruise are urging passengers booked on the upcoming six-day, five-night excursion to brace for possible travel delays, citing ongoing disruptions linked to the partial United States government shutdown.

Attorney Bridgett Bennett advises swift action in Rygin King ICE detention case

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 Viviene Stewart Entertainment No comments

Following news of dancehall artiste Rygin King’s detention by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement, ICE, US based immigration attorney Bridgett Bennett says the first thing the artiste’s team needs to do is determine where he is being detained.