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February 2, 2026
Parent overnight suite opened at Bustamante Hospital
Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness on Friday, January 30, officially opened the new Parent Overnight Suite at the Bustamante Hospital for Children in Kingston. The 36-bed facility, constructed at a…
February 2, 2026
by Corey Robinson
Tourism sector expects strong end to winter season, following Melissa
Only a handful of major and small hotels remain closed in the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa, as the Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB) anticipates a strong end to the winter season this year. Edmund…
February 2, 2026
Something Extra | Monday
Under a canopy of the Roaring Twenties, CG United Insurance Limited recently hosted its business partner appreciation mingle, bringing together key brokers and partners for a night of celebration. The…
February 2, 2026
by Albert Ferguson
Seiveright: Corporate MoBay’s relentless pressure key to post-Melissa recovery
WESTERN BUREAU: State Minister in the Ministry of Industry Investment and Commerce Delano Seiveright, says sustained pressure from corporate Montego Bay was a critical factor in the rapid restoration…
February 2, 2026
by Andre Williams
Church recognises St Andrew North Police for crime reduction
The St Andrew North Police Division has been recognised by the God Family Ministries International Church for its sustained reduction in crime. A special thanksgiving service, held last Sunday under…
February 2, 2026
Arriving bags to be scanned before claim under expanded border-protection plan
The Jamaica Customs Agency has announced plans to expand its non-intrusive inspection capacity at the nation’s airports, with the aim of ensuring that arriving passenger bags are scanned before…
February 2, 2026
by Neil Armstrong
Jamaicans lead major project to deliver better healthcare outcomes for black Canadians
A national groundbreaking project to provide genomic evidence for precision medicine for select chronic diseases among black people in Canada has been launched in Toronto. Its goal is to help create…
February 2, 2026
Linstead school sees attendance boost following start of breakfast programme
A breakfast programme initiated by the JN Circle Linstead Chapter is reported to be having a measurable impact on student attendance and well-being at Victoria Primary School, a rural institution…
February 2, 2026
Trench Town festival to raise awareness for Wailers 50 project
Reggae lovers are looking forward to the Trench Town Culture Festival on February 4 at the Vin Lawrence Park on First Street in Trench Town. The event, which is scheduled to start at 6 p.m., will…