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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…
His court date is being finalised.
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…
Fifteen-year-old Joshuah Channer of Wolmers Boys’ School, who aced three Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate subjects in fourth form, and dad Dr Guyan Channer.
December 9, 2025 by Erica Virtue

Chip off the old block

At 15 years old, Joshuah Channer is captain for Wolmer’s Boys’ School under-16 cricket team and vice-captain for its under-19 team. But, his biggest cap to date is his mastery of the Caribbean…
December 9, 2025

Dwight Fletcher | The Peter pattern of self-forgiveness

LAST WEEK, we discussed Judas Iscariot whose self-unforgiveness led to his decision to take his own life. Judas betrayed Jesus, and instead of letting go of his guilt and shame, he allowed the lies of…