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Representatives of the National Water Commission’s maintenance team (eastern) along with Acting Community Relations Manager (eastern) Ann Bolt (third from left), during the handover of donated items to Sandy Frazer-Jackson, manager of the Ultimate Care C
January 6, 2026

NWC delivers aid to care home in St James

The National Water Commission’s Eastern (NWC’s) maintenance team donated essential supplies to the Ultimate Care Centre in Catherine Hall, St James, redirecting funds from their year-end celebration…
The logo for ExxonMobil appears above a trading post on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange, April 23, 2018. (AP Photo)
January 6, 2026

Trump’s plan to renationalise oil faces hurdles in Venezuela

President Donald Trump’s plan to take control of Venezuela’s oil industry and ask American companies to revitalise it after capturing President Nicolás Maduro in a raid isn’t likely to have a…
Oneika Broomfield of Old Harbour Bay is thrilled to receive a gift from Santa during the toy donations held at the Old Harbour Bay Community Centre.
January 6, 2026

Excelerate supports recovery with holiday outreach

Excelerate Energy delivered toys and humanitarian aid to more than 2,500 children and families across Old Harbour Bay, Clarendon, Montego Bay and other parishes during the Christmas season. In Old…
January 6, 2026

Immigration Corner|Drug felony convictions bar Green Card applications

Hello, Mrs Walker-Huntington: I was living in America in the ‘90s. My sister gave a drug lady my number, and I got caught up in a conspiracy. I went to prison for two years and got deported 21 years…
Deidre Powell
January 6, 2026

Immigration Corner|New pathways for international doctors

Dear Miss Powell, I’m a 42-year-old doctor in Jamaica, and I’m interested in immigrating to Canada. Can I qualify for immigration? L. B. Dear L. B, Doctors are always needed in Canada. The…
Dr Mark Nicely, secretary general of the Jamaica Teachers’ Association.
January 6, 2026 by Albert Ferguson

From financial turmoil to ownership

WESTERN BUREAU: Dr Mark Nicely, secretary general and a former president of the Jamaica Teachers’ Association (JTA), says the purchase and opening of the organisation’s Western Regional Offices came…
John Bassie United Kingdon
January 6, 2026

Immigration Corner| How British citizens can apply for Global Entry to the US

Dear Mr Bassie, I understand that as a British citizen I might be able to access the USA more quickly if I am enrolled in Global Entry. Please advise if this is so. Any input would be appreciated. …
Dr Grace Kelly (right), Northern Caribbean University psychologist, poses with members of the Manchester Police Division after conducting a session on psychological first aid.
January 6, 2026

NCU psychologists train emergency first responders

Psychologists from Northern Caribbean University (NCU) recently trained police, military, and fire personnel in psychological first aid to help first responders support people traumatised by Hurricane…
January 6, 2026

Growth & Jobs |Start 2026 right with this seven-point financial checklist

The start of a new year brings a wealth of possibilities. Key among these is the opportunity to take control of your finances and build healthier money habits. With rising costs, unexpected expenses,…