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22 Oct, 2026 0

Ruddock insisted on giving caution statement, court hears

Murder accused Andre Ruddock insisted on giving a caution statement and repeatedly declined the services of duty counsel, the Pathways murder trial heard yesterday. One of the two justices of the…
Television Jamaica’s Clarendon correspondent, Hopeton Henry accepts his award from May Pen mayor Councillor Joel Williams during the parish’s National Heroes Day salute parade and awards ceremony on Monday.
22 Oct, 2026 0

Clarendon honours TVJ correspondent for community service

When rural journalist Hopeton Henry set out to bridge the gap between Jamaica’s countryside and the wider society, he did not expect the role to involve persuading wanted men to surrender to police,…
Dr Rose Marie Adamson-Lewis
22 Oct, 2026 0

From Robin’s Hall to Florida healthcare pioneer

From a childhood in Robin’s Hall, Manchester, to the opening of two medical facilities in Coconut Creek, Florida, Dr Rose Marie Adamson-Lewis has charted a path in healthcare that she once never…
Dr James Basham, professor of special education, University of Kansas, at the Fireside Conversation held at AC Hotel in St Andrew on October 14.
22 Oct, 2026 0

Mico conference urges rethink of inclusive education

Educators have been urged to rethink how teachers are prepared, how student achievement is measured and how technology is used to support children with diverse learning needs, as stakeholders gathered…
St Elizabeth Custos Bernard Henry inspects the Heroes Day Guard of Honour at Black River High School, escorted by Superintendent Colridge Minto, head of the Black River Police Division.
22 Oct, 2026 0

GG challenges Jamaicans to build legacy worthy of future generations

WESTERN BUREAU Governor General Sir Patrick Allen, King Charles III’s representative in Jamaica, has challenged Jamaicans to look beyond their present struggles and consider the legacy they are…
Minister of Labour and Social Security Pearnel Charles Jr. (third left) and Caribbean Community of Retired Persons (CCRP) Founder and Executive Chair,Jean Lowrie-Chin (right), share a moment with the seven recipients of the CCRP 2026 Living Legacy Awards d
22 Oct, 2026 0

CCRP honours seven outstanding seniors

Seven distinguished Jamaican seniors were officially recognised and celebrated for their exceptional contributions to communities and industries across the island at the Caribbean Community of Retired…
Prime Minister Dr Andrew Holness (left) tours a New Social Housing Programme (NSHP) unit in Greendale district, Bull Bay, with recipient Jodian Bernard on October 21.
22 Oct, 2026 0

PM appeals to persons to sell land to the government for housing

In an effort to provide more housing solutions to the most vulnerable and needy, Prime Minister Dr Andrew Holness, is calling on persons with land in developed areas to approach the Government for…
Minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs, Delroy Chuck, addressing the regional anti-corruption conference, held under the theme, 'The Fight Against Corruption: Addressing a Common Threat to Society and Development', held at the Organization of Ameri
22 Oct, 2026 0

Justice Minister calls for stronger regional cooperation to fight corruption

Minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs, Delroy Chuck has called for stronger regional cooperation, greater transparency and improved accountability in the fight against corruption. He warns…
Dr Adrian Stokes, chairman of the Education Transformation Oversight Committee.
22 Oct, 2026 0

ETOC reports progress in implementation of education reform recommendations

The Education Transformation Oversight Committee (ETOC) has announced that 47 per cent of the 365 recommendations from the Jamaica Education Transformation Commission report have now been implemented.…