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Governor General Sir Patrick Allen (right) with Prime Minister Dr Andrew Holness at King's House. Holness was sworn in on September 16.
December 9, 2025

Leadership is a privilege, GG tells PM Holness at swearing-in

Governor General Sir Patrick Allen says leadership is not merely a title, but a privilege and solemn responsibility. Allen made the declaration while delivering remarks before he administered the…
Maliek Headed of Rusea's High tries to shake from Frome Technical High's Jevani Plummer (left) during their ISSA daCosta Cup Zone B match at the Collin Miller Sports Complex in Lucea, Hanover on Tuesday, September 16. The match was called off owing to ligh
December 9, 2025

Rusea's, Frome daCosta Cup match called off due to rain and lightning

Today's ISSA daCosta Cup first-round match between Zone B rivals Rusea's High and Frome Technical High had to be called off during half-time due to lightning and pouring rain. The match was…
Raine Cooper
December 9, 2025 by Olivia Brown

Glenmuir valedictorian stands out among nation’s brightest scholars

Raine Cooper’s journey is one of faith, discipline, resilience, and unwavering family support. At 16 years old, the Glenmuir High School valedictorian has distinguished herself among Jamaica’s…
Prime Minister Dr Andrew Holness delivering his address after taking the Oath of Office at his swearing-in at King's House on September 16.
December 9, 2025

'Much more to build': Holness signals no plan to walk away

Prime Minister Dr Andrew Holness has dismissed suggestions that he could soon make way for new leadership after presiding over a period in Jamaica’s history that has seen significant reductions in…
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December 9, 2025 by Bryan Miller

Motorcycle accidents taking heavy toll on Hanover’s health, fire services

Western Bureau: Personnel at the Hanover division of the Jamaica Fire Brigade (JFB), and the Noel Homes Hospital in Lucea, are deeply concerned about the growing number of serious motorcycle accidents…
December 9, 2025

‘Breadback' charged over St Andrew gun attack that left 14-y-o girl dead, two others injured

The St Andrew South police have charged a 24-year-old man for the gun attack that left a 14-year-old girl dead and two other persons injured along Hill Avenue in April. David King, also known as…
Youth leaders and delegates gather at the Jamaica Conference Centre in downtown Kingston during the Caribbean Youth Environment and Climate Change Conference held earlier this month.
December 9, 2025

Caribbean youths join hands to preserve the environment

Caribbean’s youths are taking charge of environmental stewardship and promoting sustainable practices as youth leaders from across the Caribbean gathered in Jamaica for the inaugural Caribbean Youth…
The government said the bonus is part of its commitment to workers and families.
December 9, 2025

St Lucia gov't to give public servants bonus with December salaries

CASTRIES, St Lucia, CMC – The St Lucia government says it will be providing a bonus to all public sector workers in December, along with their regular monthly salaries. A government statement Monday…
The roll out of the rural school bus programme on September 8.
December 9, 2025

Submit requests for rural school bus service to JUTC

Communities across the island not yet covered under the National Rural School Bus Programme are being encouraged to submit requests for inclusion to the Jamaica Urban Transit Company (JUTC). Speaking…