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December 9, 2025
Gov’t to implement fast-tracked approval and permit system to push rapid rebuilding in tourism
A special body is to be established that brings together all entities involved in the issuance of building permits and approvals to expedite rebuilding in the tourism sector, as the Government moves…
December 9, 2025
by Olivia Brown
A mantle passed
IN A moment both historic and deeply personal, Lois Manradgh was ordained assistant bishop of the Jamaica Free Baptist Churches (JFBC), becoming the first woman to hold the office in the…
December 9, 2025
by Carl Gilchrist
Jamaica Inn Foundation donates Starlink systems to schools
The Jamaica Inn Foundation has donated Starlink satellite internet systems to three schools in St Ann and St Mary struggling with connectivity issues after Hurricane Melissa. Exchange Primary School…
December 9, 2025
Central Village man accused of collecting $2.4 million in house sale scam
Twenty-four-year-old Jaheim Douglas of Central Village in St Catherine has been charged with obtaining money by means of false pretence for selling a house he does not own. Reports from the Central…
December 9, 2025
Hurricane Melissa damage sparks fears Falmouth could lose National Monument status
Following the widespread devastation caused by Hurricane Melissa, concern is being raised about the status of Falmouth, Trelawny, which was declared a National Monument by the Jamaica National…
December 9, 2025
Melissa’s economic blow heavy, yet Jamaica has chance for fast rebound
This is the second in a series highlighting Youth Voices in Hurricane Melissa recovery, featuring young people’s perspectives on resilience, rebuilding and the future after the storm. Hurricane…
December 9, 2025
Regency sees sales uptick since Melissa
Regency Petroleum Company Ltd expects stronger sales in the wake of Hurricane Melissa. “People are signing up for our membership programme in droves,” according to founder and CEO Andrew Williams in a…
December 9, 2025
Editorial | National Reconstruction and Resilience Authority a good start
The Government’s concurrence with this newspaper’s call for a legislated special purpose vehicle to undertake the post-Hurricane Melissa reconstruction of western Jamaica is a good start towards the…
December 9, 2025
by Gregory Bryce
JFF’s Speid optimistic after intercontinental playoff draw
Rudolph Speid, chairman of the Jamaica Football Federation (JFF) technical committee, said he is confident in their qualification chances for the 2026 FIFA World Cup following the draw for the…