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JPS reports full restoration of power to customers impacted by all island outage

The Jamaica Public Service Company (JPSCo) is reporting full restoration to customers impacted by the all-island power outage yesterday.

The outage occurred at approximately 9:02 p.m.

Met Service says unstable weather is expected across the island weekend

The Met Service says unstable weather is expected across Jamaica this weekend.

This as a trough across the Central Caribbean moved into the vicinity of the island last night and will linger through to the middle of next week.

MPs Marisa Dalrymple-Philibert and Mikael phillips welcome opening of new Troy Bridge on Manchester / Trelawny border

The 2 Members of Parliament who have long lobbied for a new Troy Bridge on the Manchester / Trelawny border have welcomed the opening of the structure.

The bridge which was built in 1869 had been showing signs of deterioration for several years prior to its collapse after the passing of Tropical Storm

Trevante Stewart will not suit up for Jamaica’s Reggae Boys today !

Former Mount Pleasant striker Trevante Stewart will not suit up for Jamaica's Reggae Boys this afternoon against World Cup bound South Africa in their friendly international in Pachuca Mexico.

JPS investigating cause of island-wide blackout

The Jamaica Public Service Company says it is investigating the cause of last evening's island-wide blackout that left customers across the country without electricity.

President and CEO Hugh Grant says the outage occurred at approximately 9:02 p.m.

JDF says fire in Up Park Camp barracks area extinguished

The Jamaica Defence Force (JDF) says a fire that broke out in the barracks area of Up Park Camp yesterday has been successfully extinguished.

In a statement the JDF said the blaze was reported at approximately 7:41 p.m.

PM Holness: new Troy bridge represents restoration of connection & dignity

Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness says the newly rebuilt Troy bridge represents a restoration of connection and dignity to residents.

Prime Minister reiterates that efficiency is not the enemy of accountability

Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness has reiterated that efficiency is not the enemy of accountability.

Isat Buchanan welcomes murder charge for cop involved in death of Latoya Bulgin

The attorney representing Latoya 'Buju' Bulgin's family says the murder charge brought against the police officer involved in the matter, represents an important step in the pursuit of justice.

Vybz Kartel’s God & Time debuts at No. 2 on iTunes Top Reggae Albums Chart

Vybz Kartel’s new album God & Time has debuted at No. 2 on the iTunes Top Reggae Albums chart and No. 5 on the all-genre Top 100 Albums chart.

JPS reports full restoration of power to customers impacted by all island outage

Saturday, June 06, 2026 Markelia Rumble News No comments

The Jamaica Public Service Company (JPSCo) is reporting full restoration to customers impacted by the all-island power outage yesterday. The outage occurred at approximately 9:02 p.m.

Met Service says unstable weather is expected across the island weekend

Saturday, June 06, 2026 IRIE FM NEWS News No comments

The Met Service says unstable weather is expected across Jamaica this weekend. This as a trough across the Central Caribbean moved into the vicinity of the island last night and will linger through to the middle of next week.

Trevante Stewart will not suit up for Jamaica’s Reggae Boys today !

Saturday, June 06, 2026 Dwight Fraser sports No comments

Former Mount Pleasant striker Trevante Stewart will not suit up for Jamaica's Reggae Boys this afternoon against World Cup bound South Africa in their friendly international in Pachuca Mexico.

All ‘set’ for Serena Williams’ return to the courts

Friday, June 05, 2026 Dwight Fraser sports No comments

23 times Grand Slam singles champion Serena Williams will make her eagerly anticipated return to professional tennis playing doubles alongside a partner who is 25 years younger.

Vybz Kartel’s God & Time debuts at No. 2 on iTunes Top Reggae Albums Chart

Friday, June 05, 2026 K'Shema Francis-Pitt Entertainment No comments

Vybz Kartel’s new album God & Time has debuted at No. 2 on the iTunes Top Reggae Albums chart and No. 5 on the all-genre Top 100 Albums chart.

Loyal Flames salutes longtime manager for developing his unique sound

Friday, June 05, 2026 K'Shema Francis-Pitt Entertainment No comments

Conscious reggae singer Loyal Flames has revealed that his manager and producer, Darwin “Vikings” Brown, is responsible for shaping his distinctive soulful yet raspy vocal style.