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August 12, 2026
Four killed in two separate crashes as road fatalities near 200
Four people have been killed in two separate motor vehicle crashes in Manchester and St Ann between Tuesday evening and Wednesday morning, pushing Jamaica’s road fatalities to just one short of 200…
August 11, 2026
by Karen Madden
Water lockdown - Drought triggers ban by NWC as conditions expected to continue into September or October
Several parishes will be under water prohibition orders as of this week. The National Water Commission (NWC) announced yesterday that it will issue a water prohibition notice tomorrow, with…
August 11, 2026
by Janet Silvera
‘School will not be the same’ - Little London Primary mourns slain teacher Andre James
WESTERN BUREAU: The murder of schoolteacher Andre James has rattled the Little London Infant and Primary School community as it mourns one of its most dedicated educators. James, 39, was found dead at…
August 11, 2026
Senate President Tavares-Finson raises concerns over allegations of CCJ panel manipulation
Senate President Tom Tavares-Finson is expressing concern over allegations surrounding the operations of the Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ), warning that the claims could have serious implications…
August 11, 2026
Special Olympics Jamaica offers support to families of children with intellectual disabilities
Special Olympics Jamaica is encouraging parents of children with intellectual disabilities to reach out to the organisation to receive support. Speaking with JIS News, full-time volunteer and member…
August 11, 2026
CARPHA lab to strengthen regional fight against antimicrobial resistance
The Caribbean region’s capacity to track, test and respond to antimicrobial resistance (AMR) has been bolstered with the Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA) establishing its new regional reference…
August 11, 2026
Cornwall Regional Hospital operating with one neurosurgeon amid specialist shortage
The Cornwall Regional Hospital (CRH) in St James currently has only one of its three approved consultant neurosurgeon positions filled, as Jamaica continues to grapple with a shortage of highly…
August 11, 2026
Teens recovering after Zimi Seh Beach brawl
The two teenagers injured during a brawl at the Zimi Seh Beach Party at Puerto Seco Beach in Discovery Bay, St Ann, on Sunday, August 9, are recovering and did not suffer life-threatening injuries. …
August 11, 2026
American businessman held with ammunition hopeful October court date will work in his favour
American businessman Igor Andrusceak, who faces a possible 15-year prison sentence in Jamaica after two loaded ammunition magazines were found in his luggage, is hoping his next court appearance will…