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Jamaica’s Ambassador lauds diaspora-led Integrity Children’s Fund for uplifting at-risk youth
Caribbean National Weekly
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June 27, 2025
Jamaica’s Ambassador to the United States, His Excellency Major General (Ret’d) Antony Anderson, has praised the Integrity Children’s Fund for its longstanding contributions to the education and development of at-risk children in Jamaica and the...
Official Govt & Legal Notices For July 4 2025
Bernnews
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July 4, 2025
The official Government and Legal notices for today [July 4] include acting appointments. Acting Appointment Judicial Department Notice type: Government Notice Notice sub type: Acting Appointments Notice ID: GN0658/2025 Public Authorities /...
48-hour curfew extended in sections of St Mary
Jamaica Observer
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July 18, 2025
July 17, 2025 KINGSTON, Jamaica – The 48-hour curfew that was imposed in sections of the Enfield community in Annotto Bay, St Mary, has been extended for another 48 hours. The curfew began at 6:00 pm on Wednesday, July 16, and will remain in...
MoBay Jerk & Food Festival Returns to Celebrate Jamaica as the ‘Food Capital of the World’
Loop News
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July 4, 2025
The beloved MoBay Jerk & Food Festival is back for its 16th staging, promising to once again transform the Catherine Hall Entertainment Centre into a vibrant showcase of Jamaica’s rich culinary traditions, culture, and community spirit on...
Jamaica Squash unveils new junior team kit
The Gleaner
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June 28, 2025
A fresh chapter has begun for Jamaica Squash, the newly rebranded governing body for the sport on the island. Formerly known as the Jamaica Squash Association, the organisation has not only adopted a new name, but also introduced a new look for...
$1b Solidarity Programme Underscores Gov’t’s Equity Agenda – Minister Charles Jr
Jamaica Information Service
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July 3, 2025
Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr., says the $1-billion Solidarity Programme reflects the Government’s unwavering commitment to social justice, equity and the advancement of inclusive development for all Jamaicans....
‘Jamaica cannot fall behind in technology development’
The Gleaner
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June 28, 2025
WESTERN BUREAU: National Security Minister Dr Horace Chang and Dr Kevin Brown, the president of the University of Technology (UTech), are supportive of the view that Jamaica cannot afford to be left behind in the global development and application...
Jamaicans split on confidence in JCF’s crime-fighting prowess
The Gleaner
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June 28, 2025
Almost 50 per cent of Jamaicans say they have little to no confidence in the Jamaica Constabulary Force’s (JCF) ability to effectively tackle crime, according to the latest RJRGLEANER-commissioned Don Anderson poll, conducted in June 2025. The...
Minister Proposes Establishment of CARICOM-Africa Investment Council
Jamaica Information Service
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June 26, 2025
The establishment of a CARICOM-Africa Investment Council to boost trade between Caribbean and African countries has been proposed by Minister without Portfolio in the Office of the Prime Minister, Senator the Hon. Ambassador Audrey Marks. Minister...
CARICOM Urged To Sanction Israel, Impose Military Embargo
St. Kitts Gazette
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July 4, 2025
News Americas, Kingston, Jamaica, Fri. July 4, 2025: More than 40 civil society organizations and prominent individuals from across the Caribbean are urging the region’s leaders to take decisive action against Israel, calling for sanctions, a...
Lauderhill honors Jamaican comedy icon Oliver Samuels with Key to the City
Caribbean National Weekly
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July 4, 2025
The Lauderhill Performing Arts Center (LPAC) was packed to capacity on June 28 as Caribbean humor took center stage at the Lauderhill Live One Love Comedy Show, headlined by a stellar lineup of talent and a heartwarming tribute to Jamaica’s...
St James Municipal Corporation removes politically themed signs near airport
Jamaica Observer
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July 4, 2025
Members of the St James Municipal Corporation removes politically themed signs near airport ST JAMES, Jamaica— The St James Municipal Corporation were again on the move, removing illegally placed signs, this time in the vicinity of the Sangster...
Jamaican National Trials Predictions 2025 ft. Shericka Jackson, Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce, Oblique Seville
Sportskeeda
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June 27, 2025
The recently commenced and most anticipated Jamaican National Trials feature elite athletes, including Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce, Shericka Jackson and Oblique Seville. The Trials commenced on Thursday, June 26, and will conclude on Sunday, June 29,...
Jamaican gov’t ordered to pay $120M to man detained for 50 years without trial
Caribbean National Weekly
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June 27, 2025
The Supreme Court has ordered the Government of Jamaica to pay more than $120 million in damages to George Williams, a mentally ill man who spent 50 years in custody without ever facing trial. In a ruling delivered Thursday, Justice Sonya...
Bascombe: No quick fix for WI team
Stabroek News
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July 18, 2025
(Trinidad Express) While criticism continues to be aimed at West Indies senior team coach Daren Sammy, Cricket West Indies (CWI) president Dr Kishore Shallow and himself, director of cricket Miles Bascombe is adamant that there is no overnight fix...
Bartlett pushes back at criticism of Jamaica Tourist Board Bill
Radio Jamaica
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July 4, 2025
Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett has pushed back at criticisms of the proposed Jamaica Tourist Board Bill 2025. He insists the legislation does not impose new taxes, nor unfairly target Airbnb and other short-term rental operators. Mr. Bartlett...
Jamaica: Spike in newborn deaths
Caribbean Broadcasting Corporation
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June 27, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica, CMC – Jamaica’s Chief Medical Officer (CMO) Dr Jacquiline Bisasor McKenzie says there has been an increase in the number of newborn deaths at the Victoria Jubilee Hospital (VJH) since the start of June. In a statement on...
Murderer avoids deportation to Jamaica after judge said ‘he has an admirable work ethic’
The Sun
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July 4, 2025
A JAMAICAN murderer has won a human rights appeal to stay in the country after a judge said he has an "admirable work ethic". The unnamed killer has avoided deportation after an immigration court in Cardiff ruled key facts in the case had not been...
Jamaica hosts Secretariat of Global Bauxite Alliance
The Gleaner
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June 27, 2025
Jamaica took on a leading role in the International Bauxite Association, which was ratified by the House of Representatives. As one of the seven founding members, Jamaica served as the host country for the Association's secretariat, positioning...
EOJ’s preparations in high gear for election
The Gleaner
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July 4, 2025
With the two major political parties darting across the length and breadth of Jamaica in the heights of the political campaign to win the hearts and minds of voters, the Electoral Office of Jamaica (EOJ) says it is well advanced in its...