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Gov’t says second phase of GO Road Rehab Programme is a direct response to residents’ concerns about road conditions

Gov’t says second phase of GO Road Rehab Programme is a direct response to residents’ concerns about road conditions

The $1.4 billion road rehabilitation initiative will focus on heavily trafficked roads that are critical to public transportation, commerce, emergency access, tourism, and the daily movement of Jamaicans. Residents in sections of St. James and St. Elizabeth have staged several protests, over recent weeks

Environmentalist says decisions about developments must be rational and reflect obligation of state to protect the environment

Environmentalist says decisions about developments must be rational and reflect obligation of state to protect the environment

Her comment follows the landmark ruling by Jamaica’s Constitutional Court that the 2020 environmental permit issued to bengal development limited for a limestone mining project was unconstitutional. The decision marks a significant win for residents of St. Ann who had mounted a legal challenge against

184 people murdered in Jamaica up to Saturday May 2

184 people murdered in Jamaica up to Saturday May 2

According to the Jamaica Constabulary Force, this is 54 fewer than the 238 recorded in the corresponding period last year. This represents a 22 .7 percent reduction.

The Jamaican local based delegation heading home from World Relays in Gaborone , Botswana

The Jamaican local based delegation heading home from World Relays in Gaborone , Botswana

The Jamaican local based delegation are expecetd home Monday night from the just ended 2026 World Relays in Gaborone , Botswana.

Capleton teases ‘Heights of Fire’ after 16-year album gap

Capleton teases ‘Heights of Fire’ after 16-year album gap

Dancehall and reggae icon Capleton is turning up the heat as he prepares to release his long-awaited album Heights of Fire.

Kevin2woKrayzee calls for support as father battles illness

Kevin2woKrayzee calls for support as father battles illness

Popular social media comedian and actor Kevin Swaby, widely known as Kevin2twoKrayzee, is urgently appealing for blood donations for his father.

Jamaica’s Drone Soccer team wins gold at the International Palms Springs Drone Fest in California

Jamaica’s Drone Soccer team wins gold at the International Palms Springs Drone Fest in California

Jamaica's Drone Soccer team wins gold at the International Palms Springs Drone Fest in California

CISOCA highlights increased reports of sexual crimes against children, saying many incidents start with interactions on social media

CISOCA highlights increased reports of sexual crimes against children, saying many incidents start with interactions on social media

The Centre for Investigation of Sexual Offences and Child Abuse (CISOCA) made the disclosure during the police's "Force for Food" Podcast yesterday. Quality Assurance Officer, Inspector Cherise Johnson noted that victims include children as young as 10 years old.

State Minister for Local Government Delroy Williams says violence against children is a complex problem and cannot be solved by any one organisation

State Minister for Local Government Delroy Williams says violence against children is a complex problem and cannot be solved by any one organisation

As such he stressed that no single organization can resolve the issue alone. He was speaking yesterday at the candlelight vigil in memory of children who died under violent circumstances. The event was held at the Secret Garden in Downtown Kingston.

Residents of Lacovia stage another protest over bad roads and water issues

Residents of Lacovia stage another protest over bad roads and water issues

This is the fourth protest in two weeks, as residents escalate concerns over deteriorating infrastructure, along with ongoing issues of inadequate water and electricity supply. The protest caused major disruptions, with commuters forced to seek alternative routes.

Gov’t says second phase of GO Road Rehab Programme is a direct response to residents’ concerns about road conditions

Monday, May 04, 2026 Natalie Campbell News No comments

The $1.4 billion road rehabilitation initiative will focus on heavily trafficked roads that are critical to public transportation, commerce, emergency access, tourism, and the daily movement of Jamaicans. Residents in sections of St. James and St. Elizabeth have staged several protests, over recent weeks highlighting the poor condition of the roads among other issues. One such protest occurred this morning.

Environmentalist says decisions about developments must be rational and reflect obligation of state to protect the environment

Monday, May 04, 2026 Clement Reid News No comments

Her comment follows the landmark ruling by Jamaica’s Constitutional Court that the 2020 environmental permit issued to bengal development limited for a limestone mining project was unconstitutional. The decision marks a significant win for residents of St. Ann who had mounted a legal challenge against the approval.

The Jamaican local based delegation heading home from World Relays in Gaborone , Botswana

Monday, May 04, 2026 Dwight Fraser sports No comments

The Jamaican local based delegation are expecetd home Monday night from the just ended 2026 World Relays in Gaborone , Botswana.

Jamaica’s Drone Soccer team wins gold at the International Palms Springs Drone Fest in California

Monday, May 04, 2026 Dwight Fraser sports No comments

Jamaica's Drone Soccer team wins gold at the International Palms Springs Drone Fest in California

Capleton teases ‘Heights of Fire’ after 16-year album gap

Monday, May 04, 2026 K'Shema Francis-Pitt Entertainment No comments

Dancehall and reggae icon Capleton is turning up the heat as he prepares to release his long-awaited album Heights of Fire.

Kevin2woKrayzee calls for support as father battles illness

Monday, May 04, 2026 K'Shema Francis-Pitt Entertainment No comments

Popular social media comedian and actor Kevin Swaby, widely known as Kevin2twoKrayzee, is urgently appealing for blood donations for his father.