The tragic death of 15-year-old Lamar Grey, who fell from a political campaign bus during a motorcade in Portmore, St Catherine, has ignited a debate over whether children should be involved in political campaigns. Grey’s untimely demise has...
In a rousing address to Jamaica Labour Party (JLP) supporters in Free Town, St Catherine, Prime Minister Andrew Holness emphasised a commitment to realistic promises, cautioning against the allure of overreaching political pledges. Addressing a...
Portmore Mayor Leon Thomas is exuding confidence as he gears up for the upcoming local government election slated for February 26. Reflecting on his longstanding commitment to the community, Thomas emphasised that his involvement predates his...
The Right Reverend Rose Hudson-Wilkin, the Jamaica-born Anglican Bishop of Dover in England, yesterday delivered a powerful charge to the people of her native land to demand responsible governance and transparency from their country’s political...
A developing feud between Member of Parliament (MP) for West Central St Catherine Dr Christopher Tufton and Norman Scott, chairman of the St Catherine Municipal Corporation, has erupted following complaints from residents about the ineffective...
A motorist involved in the crash that claimed the life of Constable Orlando Irons and cult pastor Kevin Smith recounted the harrowing moments leading up to the tragedy during the coroner’s inquest on Friday. Sonia McDowell Smith, who was driving...
The Sagicor Group Jamaica Limited has embarked on a groundbreaking venture with the unveiling of the first Portmore Promenade, an ambitious eco-friendly community hub situated on some 30 acres of land in the Greater Bernard Lodge area of St...
In a move aimed at bolstering educational opportunities for young learners, five primary and infant schools in St Catherine East Central are set to benefit from enhanced access to the Learning Hub Digital Library. Spearheaded by Dr Andrew Wheatley...
Tensions flared in the Jamaica Labour Party (JLP) ranks in Portmore, St Catherine, yesterday as inviduals loyal to businessman Delroy Dobney pledged that they would not work for the party in the upcoming local government election following his...
In a symphony of perseverance and talent, Jovayn Harrison, a first-year visually-impaired student at Edna Manley College of Visual and Performing Arts, is making waves as the proud recipient of a professional Yamaha Keyboard – a vital instrument...
Several residents in Portmore, led by Deputy Mayor Alric Campbell, are calling for a referendum in the upcoming local government election to determine whether the municipality should become Jamaica’s 15th parish or maintain its city municipality...
Prime Minister Andrew Holness has revealed that his administration plans to re-establish a partnership with charity organisation Food For The Poor (FFTP) to accelerate the delivery of houses under the Government’s New Social Housing Programme (NSHP...
In an apparent about-turn by the Andrew Holness administration, the prime minister yesterday announced that the Government will not proceed with efforts to name Portmore Jamaica’s 15th parish before the upcoming local government elections. The...
In an unscripted response to criticism from Spanish Town Mayor Norman Scott, Prime Minister Andrew Holness yesterday defended the Government’s healthcare initiatives during the contract signing and groundbreaking ceremony for the redevelopment of...
A looming disruption of water supply has raised eyebrows among residents in St Catherine, prompting a call for better communication and contingency plans to alleviate the inconvenience caused by infrastructural rehabilitation efforts being...
In a heated session during Thursday’s general meeting of the St Catherine Municipal Corporation, People’s National Party (PNP) councillors demanded the immediate appointment of a political ombudsman. The call was led by Fenley Douglas, councillor...
Portmore’s Dyke Road has elicited concerns from residents and a public official over safety and criminality. Consequently, they are now demanding an upgrade. Built in the late 1950s to serve dual purposes of providing a main thoroughfare to...
In a pioneering move, the St Catherine South police have shifted their focus towards mental health awareness, launching a collaborative workshop with the Ministry of Health...
In a dramatic turn of events, the St Catherine North Police rescued a Spanish Town businessman who had been kidnapped by gunmen. The victim was taken away from his Brunswick Avenue business place by armed men, who allegedly demanded an undisclosed...
Residents in the Zephyrton community of Linstead, St Catherine, are expressing growing concern following the latest fish kill, this time in a tributary that feeds into the Rio Cobre. The National Environment and Planning Agency (NEPA) has...
Portmore Deputy Mayor Alrick Campbell wants the Portmore Municipal Corporation to seek a declaration from the Supreme Court to ensure that properties initially designated for community use in the municipality remain dedicated to that purpose....
The Portmore Municipal Corporation has demanded an audit into the utilisation of funds allocated for dengue mitigation through the removal of bulky waste in St Catherine South East. Councillor Fenley Douglas, who raised the issue during a general...
The municipality of Portmore was aglow with festive fervour last Friday night as the Sunshine City celebrated a milestone that transcended mere decorations. A 52-foot Christmas tree, bedecked with more than 250 lights, now stands tall at...
In a significant milestone for environmental sustainability, Recycling Partners of Jamaica inaugurated its cutting-edge facility in Naggo Head, Portmore in St Catherine last Thursday. The multimillion-dollar plant is the culmination of nearly 25...
Residents and fisherfolk in Bog Walk, St Catherine, are expressing growing frustration with what appeared to be additional oil spills in the Rio Cobre on Friday morning. Friday’s contamination, the source of which was unconfirmed up to press time...
