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A section of the Ramble main road in Hanover was blocked on October 27, 2026, by residents protesting poor road conditions and water issues.
27 Oct, 2026 0

Hanover residents block roads over poor conditions, water woes

Some residents of Chester Castle, Shettlewood, Ramble, and Horten Grove in Hanover today mounted roadblocks to protest poor road conditions and water supply issues. They called for the authorities…
Brazilian football legend Ronaldinho speaks during a media event celebrating his recent signing with Italian soccer club Ravenna FC, at Cipriani Downtown Miami restaurant, Tuesday, June 23, 2026, in Miami. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell)
27 Oct, 2026 0

Ronaldinho coming to Ja in December, to honour 1998 Reggae Boyz World Cup team

Brazilian football icon Ronaldinho is set to visit Jamaica from December 3 to 7 for a series of activities, including an exhibition match at the National Stadium in St Andrew and a tribute to members…
Kamina Johnson Smith, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade
27 Oct, 2026 0

Only one of 22 TCNs returned to homeland

Only one of the 22 third-country nationals (TCNs) who arrived in Jamaica from the United States more than two weeks ago has been returned to their homeland, while another has expressed a desire to…
The Excelsior High School in St Andrew.
27 Oct, 2026 0

Excelsior lose six points and Champions Cup spot, placed on probation until 2028 over ineligible player

Reigning Inter-Secondary Schools Sports Association (ISSA) Manning Cup champions Excelsior High School have been placed on probation for two years and stripped of points for using an ineligible player…
The demonstration registration plates, commonly known as blue plates, are issued to authorised motor vehicle dealers, importers and garage owners to allow them to drive unregistered or newly imported vehicles on public roads for specific commercial purpose
27 Oct, 2026 0

TAJ to continue issuing blue plates while new system is developed

Tax Administration Jamaica (TAJ) will continue issuing dealer and demonstration registration plates, commonly known as blue plates, in the short term while the Government develops an alternative…
Prime Minister Dr Andrew Holness
27 Oct, 2026 0

Holness orders fast-tracking of 100 houses, three water tanks

Prime Minister Dr Andrew Holness says he has instructed the National Reconstruction and Resilience Authority (NaRRA) to fast-track two urgent interventions in the recovery from Hurricane Melissa: the…
Prime Minister Dr Andrew Holness
27 Oct, 2026 0

Jamaica, UK to sign hurricane reconstruction deal next week

Jamaica expects to sign an agreement with the United Kingdom next week for British reconstruction specialists to help rebuild the island following the destruction from Category 5 Hurricane Melissa a…
27 Oct, 2026 0

Jamaica U15 Boyz face Portugal in Tier B playoffs

Jamaica’s Under-15 Reggae Boyz will face Portugal on Wednesday as they begin the Tier B playoffs at the FIFA Under-15 World Cup and Festival in Azerbaijan. The match is scheduled to kick off at 3:45…
Prime Minister Dr Andrew Holness
27 Oct, 2026 0

Holness announces additional $9.65 billion for ROOFS programme

Prime Minister Dr Andrew Holness says an additional $9.65 billion will be allocated to complete payments under the ROOFS programme, bringing total spending on roof repairs since Hurricane Melissa to…