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INDECOM probing 3 separate fatal shootings in St. James, St. Catherine and Kingston

The latest incident which took place in Spanish Town, St. Catherine, today, resulted in the death of 30-year-old, Demmar Walker.

Police alleged that Walker engaged officers with a firearm, which led to him being shot dead.

Opposition spokesman on finance Julian Robinson criticizes government’s decision to impose more taxes

In his contribution to the budget debate today Robinson pointed out that the revenue measures outlined by the government will only place more tax burden on people who are already struggling.

St. Mary Municipal Corporation to investigate reports of illegal night club operating at Gayle Market

Speaking at today's meeting of the corporation Port Maria Mayor, Fitzroy Wilson, said he has received reports that some tenants have been using a bar in the market as a go-go club, mainly on Friday nights. He said the illegal operation is affecting vendors conducting legitimate business.

Man killed in car crash along Pen Hill main road in Manchester

He has been identified as Lemar Lewis. The incident occurred at about 1:30 PM in the vicinity of Comfort Hall and involved a white Toyota Wish motor car and a red Suzuki Swift.

Mystic Revelation of Rastafari to honour Count Ossie’s 100th Birthday with Grounation celebration

Legendary Nyabinghi drummer and cultural pioneer Count Ossie will be honoured with a special Grounation celebration on Thursday, March 26,2026, marking what would have been his 100th birthday.

Waltham Park residents concerned about improper disposal of garbage in community

According to one resident who asked not to be named, the National Solid Waste Management Authority, (NSWMA) is doing its part. She claimed that other residents and outsiders are responsible for the pile up.

Teen boy reportedly drowns in Alligator Pond, Manchester

The deceased is 15-year-old Kemar Dixon of Myersville District, St. Elizabeth. Reports indicate that at about 3:50 P.M., Dixon and a group of friends were swimming at a river in the area when he reportedly encountered difficulties and went under water.

One student nursing broken arm, two others escape injuries in crash in Luidas Vale, St. Catherine this morning

Police have not issued a report on the crash. However, a video being circulated shows the vehicle in a canefield, after veering off the road.

Jamaica tax payers paid Grand Slam Track $58 million dollars

Jamaican taxpayers paid over almost $58 million dollars to the embattled Grand Slam Track (GST). for the role it played in the resurfacing the running track at the National Stadium last year.

Taxi operators who ply some routes in Kingston granted temporary reprieve in relation to seizure of vehicles

Taxi operators who ply some routes in Kingston have reportedly been granted a temporary reprieve in relation to the seizure of vehicles.

This was among issues agreed on during a meeting of transport sector stakeholders yesterday.

INDECOM probing 3 separate fatal shootings in St. James, St. Catherine and Kingston

Thursday, March 12, 2026 Georgetta Williams News No comments

The latest incident which took place in Spanish Town, St. Catherine, today, resulted in the death of 30-year-old, Demmar Walker. Police alleged that Walker engaged officers with a firearm, which led to him being shot dead.

Opposition spokesman on finance Julian Robinson criticizes government’s decision to impose more taxes

Thursday, March 12, 2026 Patrice Walters News No comments

In his contribution to the budget debate today Robinson pointed out that the revenue measures outlined by the government will only place more tax burden on people who are already struggling.

Jamaica tax payers paid Grand Slam Track $58 million dollars

Thursday, March 12, 2026 Roger Hasfal sports No comments

Jamaican taxpayers paid over almost $58 million dollars to the embattled Grand Slam Track (GST). for the role it played in the resurfacing the running track at the National Stadium last year.

Olympic Champion Michael Johnson faces lawsuit from Grand Slam creditors

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 Dwight Fraser sports No comments

A group of unsecured creditors are taking legal action against former Olympic Champion Michael Johnson after accusing the brain behind Grand Slam Track project of ‘secretly’ paying himself $500,000 as Grand Slam track collapsed

Mystic Revelation of Rastafari to honour Count Ossie’s 100th Birthday with Grounation celebration

Thursday, March 12, 2026 Viviene Stewart Entertainment No comments

Legendary Nyabinghi drummer and cultural pioneer Count Ossie will be honoured with a special Grounation celebration on Thursday, March 26,2026, marking what would have been his 100th birthday.

Stephen Marley Unplugged show for Jo Mersa this Saturday

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 Viviene Stewart Entertainment No comments

The reggae and dancehall community will converge on Saturday, March 14, as Stephen Marley’s Old Soul, Live Unplugged honours the legacy of his son Jo Mersa Marley, mere days after what would have been his 35th birthday.