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December 9, 2025
Chuck remembers parish judge Ruth Lawrence for dedication to justice
Minister of Justice and Constitutional Affairs Delroy Chuck has remembered Trelawny Parish Court Judge Ruth Lawrence as a distinguished member of the Bench whose service has left an indelible mark on…
December 9, 2025
US will increase staffing at embassies and consulates to handle visas for World Cup fans
WASHINGTON (AP) — The State Department will increase staffing at certain United States embassies and consulates to accommodate an expected major jump in visa applications from football fans wanting to…
December 9, 2025
Man killed after car crashes into concrete column in St Catherine
The St Catherine North Traffic Department is investigating the death of a 34-year-old man following a crash along the Spanish Town Bypass on Wednesday night. The deceased has been identified as…
December 9, 2025
Westmoreland residents urged to exercise caution following heavy rains
Residents of Westmoreland are being urged to take precautionary measures in the aftermath of a period of heavy rainfall, particularly during instances of flooding. This advisory comes from the…
December 9, 2025
Burial industry leaders encouraged to pursue CVQ level three certification
Managers and supervisors in the burial industry are being encouraged to acquire the Caribbean Vocational Qualification (CVQ) Level Three Certification in Interment Operations. Developed and…
December 9, 2025
St Mary man accused of knife-point robbery
The St Mary police have charged 21-year-old Javaine Jones of Brown’s Street in Baileys Vale, St Mary with robbery with aggravation following an incident on Stennett Street, Port Maria in the parish on…
December 9, 2025
JTC celebrates World Teachers’ Day on October 5
The Jamaica Teaching Council (JTC) will join the global education community in celebrating World Teachers’ Day (WTD) 2025 on Sunday, October 5 under the theme ‘Recasting Teaching as a Collaborative…
December 9, 2025
Veteran district constable to receive Badge of Honour
After nearly four decades of unwavering dedication to the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF), District Constable Jean Smith-Braham is be recognised with one of Jamaica’s distinguished awards. Her long…
December 9, 2025
Flow: Fast-tracking digital inclusion key to achieving Vision 2030
Jamaica must accelerate its digital transformation to meet the ambitious goals of Vision 2030, and that means prioritising affordability, accessibility, and digital literacy for all citizens. That…