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Noel Maitland sentenced to life imprisonment for Donnalee Donaldson’s murder; her relatives express satisfaction with time given

The former policeman was sentenced for Donaldson's murder in the Home Circuit Division of the Supreme Court, this afternoon. Donaldson, a social media influencer was reported missing in July 2022 at age 24, and presumed dead by investigators.

Two African houses constructed at Seville Heritage Park in St.Ann by Ghanaian gov’t handed over to Jamaica

Two African Houses were officially handed over to Jamaica by the Government of Ghana today, as part of a cultural heritage initiative aimed at strengthening historical ties between the two nations.

The houses were constructed by the Ghana Army Reconstruction Team assisting with Hurricane Melissa recovery

Reggae Sumfest 2026: One night only, Kartel & Mavado reunite

The 2026 staging of Reggae Sumfest will take place for one night only at Plantation Cove in St. Ann.

Exco Levi responds to critics who say he’s won too many JUNO Awards

Six-time JUNO Award winner Exco Levi is responding to critics who believe he has won the JUNO Award for Best Reggae Recording too many times.

JUST IN: Constable Noel Maitland sentenced to life imprisonment for murder of girlfriend 24-year-old Donna-Lee Donaldson

The social media influencer was reported missing in July 2022 and presumed dead by investigators.Maitland was found guilty of Donaldson's murder and preventing the lawful burial of her corpse on January 22.

Caribbean students ready for electronic examinations and CXC ready to meet the moment – CEO Dr. Wayne Wesley

He was providing an update on the Council's first fully electronic and hybrid examinations session held in January 2026.Dr. Wesley noted that the e-transition initiative is reshaping the assessment of student learning in the Caribbean.10, 481 candidates

Noel Maitland’s attorney urges presiding judge Leighton Pusey to consider possibility of rehabilitation during today’s sentencing

As Jamaica awaits today's sentencing of Noel Maitland, the Constable's attorney is urging presiding judge Leighton Pusey to consider the possibility of rehabilitation.Maitland is at the Supreme Court in Kingston awaiting sentencing for the murder of his girlfriend, 24-year-old Donna-Lee Donaldson, who

Man fatally shot by police on Ruthven Road in St. Andrew last evening

The deceased has not been identified. Reports are that at around 8 PM, a vehicle with two male occupants was travelling along the road when police stopped it for a traffic violation.

Jamaica to complete climate change framework legislation this year

Minister of Climate Change, Matthew Samuda, made the announcement at a high-level, cross-government workshop in Kingston yesterday.

The proposed legislation aims to address the "implementation gap" identified in the Auditor General's climate scan assessment, which was tabled in parliament on Tuesday.

Opposition calls for reform of HEART/NSTA Trust, as part of efforts to have a skilled workforce, boost productivity and grow the economy

In making his contribution to the budget debate yesterday Robinson cited challenges with the country's education system and its ability to prepare people for participating in the work force.

Noel Maitland sentenced to life imprisonment for Donnalee Donaldson’s murder; her relatives express satisfaction with time given

Friday, March 13, 2026 Georgetta Williams News No comments

The former policeman was sentenced for Donaldson's murder in the Home Circuit Division of the Supreme Court, this afternoon. Donaldson, a social media influencer was reported missing in July 2022 at age 24, and presumed dead by investigators.

Two African houses constructed at Seville Heritage Park in St.Ann by Ghanaian gov’t handed over to Jamaica

Friday, March 13, 2026 Markelia Rumble News No comments

Two African Houses were officially handed over to Jamaica by the Government of Ghana today, as part of a cultural heritage initiative aimed at strengthening historical ties between the two nations. The houses were constructed by the Ghana Army Reconstruction Team assisting with Hurricane Melissa recovery efforts.

Concacaf blames Mount Pleasant for their visa issues

Thursday, March 12, 2026 Dwight Fraser sports No comments

Regional governing body for football Concacaf is laying the blame on Caribbean Cup Champions Mount Pleasant for their visa issues which left them with a depleted squad for their Concacaf Champions cup round of 16 clash with mls team La Galaxy last evening in California.

Jamaican winger Leon Bailey gets limited time in Aston Villa’s 1-nil win over Lille

Thursday, March 12, 2026 Dwight Fraser sports No comments

Jamaican winger Leon Bailey, came on as a substitute in the 83rd minute, as his team Aston Villa, secured a 1-nil win over Lille, in the first leg of their Europa League last 16 tie on Thursday.