News
June 20, 2026
by Ruddy Mathison
National school gardens initiative gains ground
The Ministry of Education’s National School Gardens Project grand exhibition and awards ceremony has been hailed as an overwhelming success by organisers, following a significant increase in…
June 20, 2026
by Ruddy Mathison
$149m drought plan to support farmers
The agriculture and fisheries minister, Floyd Green, says the government has begun implementing a $149 million drought-mitigation programme to help farmers sustain recent production gains while…
June 20, 2026
Update | Ewarton man charged after nephew fatally stabbed during World Cup dispute
The police have charged the man accused of fatally stabbing his nephew during a dispute over the volume of a television during a World Cup football match.
June 20, 2026
Buchanan saddened over death of missing Portland girl, offers support to family
Eastern Portland Member of Parliament Isat Buchanan has condemned the death of 12-year-old Christal McLean, whose body was found in Grants Level, Rio Grande, Portland, after she was reported missing.
June 20, 2026
Jamaica Customs eases clearance process for new vehicles imported by authorised dealers
The Jamaica Customs Agency (JCA) has adjusted its clearance system for new vehicles imported into Jamaica by authorised new car dealers.
June 20, 2026
Police issue warning about buying beef after cows stolen and slaughtered in Clarendon
The Jamaica Constabulary Force's (JCF) Agricultural Protection Branch (APB) is warning the public to be cautious when purchasing beef following the illegal slaughter of eight cows in Clarendon.
June 19, 2026
by Andre Williams
CHINA WATCH - Trump nominee pledges hard line on scamming, drugs and Beijing in Jamaica posting
President Donald Trump’s nominee for United States Ambassador to Jamaica has pledged to strengthen security cooperation with Kingston, intensify efforts to combat lottery scamming and drug…
June 20, 2026
by Gareth Davis Sr
Public beach warning - Stakeholders sound alarm that free access could leave security, maintenance gaps
Portland
A growing call for Jamaicans to be allowed to enjoy public beaches free of charge is bringing sharp focus to urgent maintenance concerns, including the need for lifeguards and sanitary…
June 19, 2026
by Kimone Francis
PNP draws sharp line on security vs migration deals
Opposition Leader Mark Golding has drawn a sharp distinction between the agreement signed by Dr Peter Phillips in 2004 and one inked just days ago by Deputy Prime Minister Dr Horace Chang, calling the…