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Local Government Minister saddened by death of 9 yo following accident involving garbage truck in Manchester

Local Government Minister saddened by death of 9 yo following accident involving garbage truck in Manchester

The grade 4 student was on her way to the Villa Road Primary school for classes when the accident occurred. Reports are that at about 7 A.M., Amoya was walking down a hill when an object fell from a truck which was collecting solid waste in the area, hitting her.

8 people arrested during police operation in Manchester

8 people arrested during police operation in Manchester

Eight people were arrested in relation to lottery scamming and for the possession of ammunition during an operation in Manchester, this morning.

Bahia Hotel management and BITU sign agreement for enhanced separation package for staff

Bahia Hotel management and BITU sign agreement for enhanced separation package for staff

The management of Bahia Resorts in St Ann has reportedly agreed to an enhanced separation package for staff, in light of the closure of the hotels and the planned redundancy exercise. The Bustamante Industrial Trade Union (BITU) which represents the workers, had made several proposals to the management.

Official funeral for late reggae singer Jimmy Cliff to be held Wednesday December 17 in Kingston

Official funeral for late reggae singer Jimmy Cliff to be held Wednesday December 17 in Kingston

The official funeral service for the late reggae singer, Jimmy Cliff, will be held on Wednesday December 17 at the National Indoor Sports Centre, in Kingston. The service is to begin at 10 AM. Culture, and Entertainment Minister Olivia Grange, made the announcement today.

Sunshine Girls arrive in England ahead of Netball Horizon Series showdown with Roses

Sunshine Girls arrive in England ahead of Netball Horizon Series showdown with Roses

Jamaica’s senior Sunshine Girls have arrived in England as they finalize preparations for this weekend’s two-match Vitality Netball Horizon Series against the England Roses at the Copper Box Arena in London.

Wray & Nephew Fight Night to support boxers and communities affected by Hurricane Melissa

Wray & Nephew Fight Night to support boxers and communities affected by Hurricane Melissa

This weekend’s Wray and Nephew Fight Night will carry added significance, as the Jamaica Boxing Association (JBA) uses its final event of the 2025 series to support boxers, their families and communities impacted by Hurricane Melissa, according to JBA president Stephen 'Bomber' Jones.

9 y/o Manchester student killed in incident involving garbage truck

9 y/o Manchester student killed in incident involving garbage truck

A nine-year-old girl has died after she was hit by a garbage truck near her home in Bonitto Heights Mandeville, Manchester this morning.

Dead is Amoya Moore, a Grade 4 student of Villa Road Primary School in the parish.

Thousands of FLOW customers in the Corporate Area without service following cable vandalism

Thousands of FLOW customers in the Corporate Area without service following cable vandalism

Thousands of FLOW customers in the Corporate Area are without internet service, following an incident of cable vandalism this morning.

FLOW says the damage is extensive and has disrupted internet services, for both business and residential users in New Kingston and surrounding communities.

Citizens again urged to use generators safely to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning

Citizens again urged to use generators safely to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning

Citizens are again being urged to use and store generators properly to avoid accidental carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning.

Carbon monoxide is a colourless, odourless and tasteless gas, making it impossible to detect without an alarm.

Mount Pleasant among 27 clubs confirmed for 2026 Concacaf Champions Cup draw

Mount Pleasant among 27 clubs confirmed for 2026 Concacaf Champions Cup draw

Caribbean champions Mount Pleasant are poised to learn their path in the 2026 Concacaf Champions Cup when the official draw takes place this evening in Miami, marking the start of the region’s premier club competition.

Local Government Minister saddened by death of 9 yo following accident involving garbage truck in Manchester

Tuesday, December 09, 2025 Natalie Campbell News No comments

The grade 4 student was on her way to the Villa Road Primary school for classes when the accident occurred. Reports are that at about 7 A.M., Amoya was walking down a hill when an object fell from a truck which was collecting solid waste in the area, hitting her.

8 people arrested during police operation in Manchester

Tuesday, December 09, 2025 Myesha Broadie News No comments

Eight people were arrested in relation to lottery scamming and for the possession of ammunition during an operation in Manchester, this morning.

Sunshine Girls arrive in England ahead of Netball Horizon Series showdown with Roses

Tuesday, December 09, 2025 Wayde Brown Sports No comments

Jamaica’s senior Sunshine Girls have arrived in England as they finalize preparations for this weekend’s two-match Vitality Netball Horizon Series against the England Roses at the Copper Box Arena in London.

Wray & Nephew Fight Night to support boxers and communities affected by Hurricane Melissa

Tuesday, December 09, 2025 Wayde Brown Sports No comments

This weekend’s Wray and Nephew Fight Night will carry added significance, as the Jamaica Boxing Association (JBA) uses its final event of the 2025 series to support boxers, their families and communities impacted by Hurricane Melissa, according to JBA president Stephen 'Bomber' Jones.

Ninja Man appeal hearing postponed

Monday, December 08, 2025 K'Shema Francis-Pitt Entertainment No comments

The appeal hearing for entertainer Desmond Ninja Man Ballentyne and his two co-convicts has been postponed once again due to unresolved issues regarding legal representation.

Chronixx warns fans about scammers claiming to represent him

Monday, December 08, 2025 K'Shema Francis-Pitt Entertainment No comments

Reggae artist Chronixx is warning the public to be cautious as scammers continue to claim they have direct access to him. The singer addressed the issue in an Instagram story, reminding the Jamaican music community that no one is authorized to speak or negotiate on his behalf.