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January 21, 2026
Water rationing for some St Thomas communities
National Water Commission (NWC) customers in Botany Bay, Pamphret, Creighton Hall, and surrounding areas in St Thomas are advised that their water supply will be regulated. The areas of White Horses,…
January 21, 2026
Man charged for home invasion, machete attack in Stony Hill
A man who was among persons who broke into a house in Stony Hill, St Andrew and attacked the occupant with machetes has been arrested and charged. He is 40-year-old construction worker Abraham Brown,…
January 21, 2026
Vegetable prices drop sharply as farmers drive rapid post-hurricane recovery - Green
Agriculture Minister Floyd Green is reporting that consumers across Jamaica are now benefiting from significant reductions in vegetable prices, with market data confirming cuts ranging from 14 per…
January 21, 2026
Canadian man drowns in Negril after boat overturns at sea
A Canadian man drowned yesterday after the boat on which he was travelling off the coast of Negril, Westmoreland, was reportedly hit by a large wave, causing the vessel to overturn. The deceased has…
January 21, 2026
Three arrested by MOCA over ‘elaborate’ multimillion-dollar fraud against several financial institutions
The Major Organised Crime and Anti-Corruption Agency (MOCA) is reporting that it has arrested three suspects - a man and two women - in connection with a multimillion-dollar fraud investigation…
January 21, 2026
St James policeman accidentally shoots himself
A St James policeman has been hospitalised after accidentally shooting himself on Tuesday. The police report about 3:10 p.m., the district constable was at an establishment when, while handling his…
January 21, 2026
Alleged 25-y-o serial rapist, who is out on bail, charged for sexual exploitation of women and young girls
A 25-year-old Portland man, who is being accused of being a serial rapist, has been arrested and charged by detectives from the Counter-Terrorism and Organised Crime Investigation Branch (C-TOC) in…
January 21, 2026
Would-be robber shot by licensed firearm holder in St Andrew
A would-be robber was shot by a licensed firearm holder along Grove Road in St Andrew on Wednesday morning. The incident occurred about 10:30 a.m. Reports are that the injured man attempted to steal…
January 21, 2026
Roadworks for Port Henderson Rd / George Lee Blvd intersection in Portmore, expect delays
Motorists using the Port Henderson Road / George Lee Boulevard intersection in Portmore, St Catherine are being advised to expect delays as the roadway will be reduced to single lane access, in the…