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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
Green urges farmers to get insured ahead of next hurricane season
With another hurricane season on the horizon, Agriculture Minister Floyd Green is urging farmers to protect their livelihoods by taking up agricultural insurance and putting safeguards in place ahead…
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
Rodent causes islandwide electricity blackout in St Lucia
The St Lucia Electricity Services Limited (LUCELEC) said that an island wide blackout last weekend was due to an “unexpected fault” that occurred on an 11 kilovolt (11kV) breaker within its…
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
Britney Spears pleads guilty to lesser 'wet reckless' charge in DUI case and avoids jail time
Britney Spears pleaded guilty through her lawyer Monday to a lesser charge that will allow her to avoid jail time after prosecutors accused her of driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs in…
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
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
St Elizabeth residents block Lacovia to Haughton main road
Residents of St Elizabeth have blocked the main road from Lacovia to Haughton as they protest about the road conditions. The residents are also reportedly angry about the lack of water and…