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23 Oct, 2026 0

JP insists Ruddock was advised of right to remain silent

A justice of the peace (JP) on Thursday denied failing to protect murder accused Andre Ruddock’s rights during a caution statement in which he reportedly confessed to killing church member Taneka…
Eighty-eight-year-old Merle Stern, the oldest recipient at Monday’s National Heroes’ Day Salute Parade and Awards Ceremony, is pictured with her son, politician Michael Stern (left), and Councillor Winston Maragh, former mayor of May Pen.
23 Oct, 2026 0

‘You can’t just live for yourself’ - 88-y-o Merle Stern awarded for decades of community service

At 88, Merle Stern has little interest in measuring her life by the accolades she has racked up. For the retired justice of the peace, the greater reward has been the opportunity to help people…
Scott Renner (centre), charge d’affaires at the United States (US) Embassy in Kingston; and Erin Mai Jarrett (third left), public affairs attaché at the embassy, speak with students at the EducationUSA College Fair held yesterday at The Jamaica Pegasus
23 Oct, 2026 0

US college fair opens doors for Jamaican students

More than 800 prospective tertiary students from across Jamaica were given an opportunity to explore higher education options in the United States (US) at the US Embassy’s 2026 EducationUSA College…
Bikers participating in a training session organised by the JN Foundation through the National Helmet Wearing Coalition.
23 Oct, 2026 0

‘Don’t look for the cheap one’ - Advocate makes case for certified helmets

For Devon Kinkead, helmet safety is not just a recommendation. It is a personal commitment shaped by years of experience around motorcycles and a deep concern for the lives of riders in his community.
John Nalewicki, founder, Intimate Resorts of Negril.
23 Oct, 2026 0

16 resorts unite under Intimate Resorts of Negril for global marketing push

WESTERN BUREAU: Sixteen independent Negril resorts have joined forces under Intimate Resorts of Negril in a global marketing drive aimed at strengthening their competitiveness, with support from the…
Councillor Theresa Turner Flynn presents an award to Collington Powell.
23 Oct, 2026 0

St Catherine Heroes Day awards recognise parish contributors

The St Catherine Municipal Corporation held its Heroes Day civic function at Emancipation Square, where 10 parish residents were honoured for their contributions to national development. The citations…
From left: Derrick Bernard, president of the Rotary Club of Downtown Kingston; Sandra Samuels, president of Jamaica Reach To Recovery; and Dr Derria Cornwall, consultant radiologist and director of the Women’s Imaging Centre at the University Hospital of
23 Oct, 2026 0

Breast-cancer survivors get practical support

Women recovering from breast cancer surgery are to benefit from a donation of breast prostheses and specialised mastectomy bras from the Rotary Club of Downtown Kingston and Precision Imaging Centre.…
William Craig (left) with Davit Karapetyan, secretary general of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Armenia.
23 Oct, 2026 0

William Craig named Armenia’s honorary consul to Jamaica

William Craig, executive chairman and chief executive officer of BCMG Insurance Brokers, has been confirmed and ratified as honorary consul of the Republic of Armenia to Jamaica, a move expected to…
23 Oct, 2026 0

Met Service issues flash flood watch for eight parishes amid increased rainfall

The Meteorological Service has issued a flash flood watch for low-lying and flood-prone areas of St Ann, St Mary, Portland, St Thomas, Kingston, St Andrew, St Catherine and Clarendon. A flash flood…