News
May 4, 2026
NEPA warns that duck hunting is illegal in Jamaica
The National Environment and Planning Agency (NEPA) is reminding the public that it is illegal to hunt ducks in Jamaica amid reports of the activity taking place in several parishes.
May 4, 2026
by Andre Williams
Illegal firearm seized in early-morning operation in St Andrew
A firearm was seized by police during an operation Monday morning in Donmair Common, Kingston 19, after a man fled leaving the weapon behind.
May 4, 2026
by Leon Jackson
River training challenges further delay completion of Troy Bridge project
Persistent rainfall in South Trelawny has led to a third missed deadline for completion of the Troy Bridge reconstruction project.
May 4, 2026
by Livern Barrett
Commish puts cops on debt notice
Cops who have failed to honour debts with private institutions and individuals will face internal disciplinary action, the leadership of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) has warned.
May 4, 2026
'We have heard the frustration' - Gov't announces phase two of road rehab programme
Works Minister Robert Nesta Morgan says the government has heard the public's frustration over deteriorating road conditions and is responding with a $1.4-billion second phase of the GO Road…
May 4, 2026
Fraud charges for minister of religion over US$12,000 truck deal
A 57-year-old minister of religion from St Catherine has been hit with fraud charges after a man allegedly paid more than US$12,000 for a motor truck that was never delivered and his money never…
May 4, 2026
by Andre Williams
Murders down 23% nationally, but Manchester surges 180%
Jamaica has recorded a near 23 per cent decline in murders so far this year but the progress is shadowed by an alarming surge in killings in Manchester, where murders have risen 180 per cent compared…
May 4, 2026
by Andre Williams
Promoter arrested after alleged bribery attempt during St Andrew police operation
An event promoter was taken into custody on Saturday night following an alleged bribery incident during a police operation in St Andrew.
Reports are that a police team was carrying out an operation…
May 4, 2026
Motor vehicle registration services remain unavailable - TAJ
Tax Administration Jamaica (TAJ) says motor vehicle registration-related transactions remain temporarily unavailable at all tax offices islandwide, as well as online through its eServices platform,…