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June 11, 2026
Over 5,000 Manchester residents to benefit from new water pipeline upgrade
Approximately 5,200 residents in communities across Mandeville, Manchester are set to benefit from improved water reliability after $124-million pipeline system was brought into operation on Thursday.
June 11, 2026
Chang announces review of ZOSOs to assess effectiveness and costs
The Government is to undertake an evaluation of the seven Zones of Special Operations (ZOSOs) across the country as it prepares to transition them into zones of peace, says National Security Minister…
June 11, 2026
Police Federation head elevated as JCF announces senior promotions
Chairman of the Jamaica Police Federation, and now Assistant Superintendent Arleen McBean, is among several Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) officers promoted to senior ranks, the force has announced.
June 11, 2026
by Karen Madden
FOOTBALL FIESTA - World Cup kicks off amid political controversy, ticket price outrage
The 2026 FIFA World Cup begins with two fixtures in Mexico today against the backdrop of political firestorms, accusations of exorbitant ticket price-gouging, severe US travel restrictions,…
June 10, 2026
Montague draws line in the sand for squatters on Crown lands
Jamaicans who take over Government lands with a view to becoming owners are being warned that effective June 9, 2026, those who squat on Crown lands will no longer be considered for a settlement…
June 11, 2026
by Kimone Francis
Shock to the system - JPS prelim report highlights series of triggers for June 5 all-island blackout
A preliminary report from the Jamaica Public Service (JPS) has revealed that its Hunts Bay-Rockfort line failed to isolate lightning-induced faults during adverse weather conditions last week,…
June 11, 2026
by Corey Robinson
'Hugh's Rules' - Hart remembered as towering figure in Jamaican life
From Cabinet minister and accomplished attorney to mentor, negotiator, and trusted adviser, Hugh Hart was remembered yesterday as a towering figure in Jamaica's public and professional life,…
June 10, 2026
by Kimone Francis
NWC drowning under $33b debt, falling short on critical projects
A performance audit has unmasked severe structural and financial challenges at the National Water Commission (NWC), revealing that the utility provider is buckling under a staggering $33-billion debt…
June 10, 2026
Diaspora Conference kicks off in days but agenda concerns linger
NEW YORK:
The 11th biennial Diaspora Conference is set to kick off in just four days, but some potential attendees have expressed concern about the lack of specifics concerning the agenda for the…