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A low-dose estrogen skin patch
06 Nov, 2026 0

Doctors update menopause guidance, endorse hormone therapy for hot flashes

A leading United States medical organisation has updated its guidance on managing menopause symptoms for the first time in 12 years, placing renewed emphasis on hormone therapy while outlining several…
Richard Troupe, National Coordinator for Safety and Security in Schools, at the Ministry of Education, Skills, Youth and Information
06 Nov, 2026 0

Education Ministry to observe Anti-Gang Week from November 8–14

The Ministry of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, through its School Safety and Security Branch, will observe Anti-Gang Week 2026 from November 8– 14, under the theme ‘Step Outta Gang, Step…
06 Nov, 2026 0

Attorney uses courtroom prop to dramatise alleged weaknesses in Pathways murder case

Defence attorney Anthony Williams yesterday described the prosecution's case against murder accused Andre Ruddock as being “in shambles” and “covered in darkness”, while urging the seven-member…
06 Nov, 2026 0

No red flags at CMU during my tenure, ex-treasurer testifies

A former treasurer at Caribbean Maritime University (CMU) has testified that he saw no irregularities during his near four-year tenure at the institution. The former executive also testified that he…
Works Minister Robert Morgan.
06 Nov, 2026 0

MoBay Bypass to be ready next month, says Morgan

WESTERN BUREAU: Having missed the September deadline for the opening of the Montego Bay Bypass in St James, Works Minister Robert Morgan is anticipating that the project will be completed in time for…
The handrails along this ramp at the craft village in Port Antonio is rotting away.
06 Nov, 2026 0

Fee furore - Craft vendors, mayor oppose proposed 150% market rate increase; no decision yet, says PMC

PORT ANTONIO, Portland: The Portland Municipal Corporation (PMC) has dismissed claims that craft vendors in the parish are facing a 150 per cent increase in vending fees, amid growing concern among…
Kadian Myers-Brown, president of the St Elizabeth Chamber of Commerce, Black River Chapter.
06 Nov, 2026 0

St Bess chamber boss welcomes clarity on Black River plans

WESTERN BUREAU: Kadian Myers-Brown, president of the Black River branch of the St Elizabeth Chamber of Commerce, has welcomed Prime Minister Dr Andrew Holness’ explanation of the bureaucratic hurdles…
 The under construction gas station.
06 Nov, 2026 0

Retreat to get independent gas station, owners see scope for job opportunities

Western Bureau: Come the end of November, the Retreat district in Westmoreland will open its doors to a new independent gas station which, in addition to providing motorists with another option, will…
Keitho Nembhard, general manager, Gulf View Hotel, represents Garfield Green, custos of Manchester, at last Saturday’s Scout Association of Jamaica’s 2026 National Leaders Conference in Manchester.
06 Nov, 2026 0

Distraction danger - Custos of Manchester urges Scouts movement to rethink youth engagement

WESTERN BUREAU: With social media, artificial intelligence and other powerful distractions increasingly competing for the minds of Jamaica’s children, Manchester Custos Garfield Green is urging the…