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February 16, 2026 by Janet Silvera

Church alliance urges caution as casino regulations advance

WESTERN BUREAU: A coalition of church leaders is urging lawmakers to proceed cautiously as Parliament advances the Casino Gaming (General) Regulations, 2025, warning that Jamaica must be fully…
An airplane at the Tinson Pen Aerodrome in Kingston in 2023.
February 16, 2026

JCAA pushes back on general aviation ‘collapse’ claims

WESTERN BUREAU: The Jamaica Civil Aviation Authority (JCAA) has pushed back against claims that Jamaica’s general aviation sector is in collapse, outlining legislative reforms, licensing growth and…
Electrified - that’s the word and all that is captured here with Roger Clarke High principal George Lewis showing appreciation in receiving a generator donated from the Betting Gaming and Lotteries Commission (BGLC) through their Corporate Affairs and Co
February 16, 2026

Roger Clarke High School powered by BGLC generator

Some 70 per cent of the student population of Roger Clarke High School in Balaclava, St Elizabeth have returned to classes following the recent donation of a generator by the Betting Gaming and…
Superintendent Andrew Nish, Hanover’s police commander.
February 16, 2026 by Bryan Miller

Hanover police turn focus on traffic infractions for 2026

Western Bureau: Superintendent Andrew Nish, the police commander for Hanover, says that for this year, his team would be paying greater attention to traffic management with a view to preventing the…
Christopher Ffrench (left), medical officer in Accident & Emergency at Kingston Public Hospital; Jhana Edwards, marketing manager at Supreme Ventures Limited; and Igol Allen, blood donor organiser, discuss the impact of the newly donated air conditioning u
February 16, 2026

Comfort boost for National Chest Hospital Blood Bank

The Supreme Ventures Foundation has strengthened its support for Jamaica’s healthcare infrastructure with the donation and installation of a new air-conditioning unit at the National Chest Hospital…
Racing United’s Nickyle Ellis (centre) shields the ball from Nickache Murray of Molynes United during their Jamaica Premier League encounter at the Constant Spring playfield yesterday.
February 16, 2026 by Livingston Scott

Racing get precious late win

Dwight Gentles’ late strike earned Racing United three precious points, as they defeated 10-man Molynes United 1-0 in the Jamaica Premier League at Constant Spring yesterday. The win kept the Anthony…
Montego Bay United’s Nashordo Gibbs (left) and Cavalier FC’s Jeovanni Laing battle for the ball during their Jamaica Premier League game at Jarrett Park in Montego Bay yesterday.
February 16, 2026 by Ashley Anguin

JPL: MBU maintain seven-point lead

Montego Bay United (MBU) clipped defending champions Cavalier SC 1-0 to remain atop the standings after their Jamaica Premier League (JPL) clash at Jarrett Park in Montego Bay yesterday. Dwight…
Simone Gordon (GS) in action for Jamaica against Samoa.
February 16, 2026 by Robert Bailey

Dream come true for Sunshine Girl Gordon

Sunshine Girls goal shooter Simone Gordon said it is a dream come true after securing her first professional contract with English club team Leeds Rhinos, marking a major milestone in her career. The…
Arsenal’s Noni Madueke (left) and Bukayo Saka celebrate after their side’s first goal during the English FA Cup match between Arsenal and Wigan Athletic in London yesterday.
February 16, 2026

Arsenal rout Wigan 4-0 on no-surprise Sunday in FA Cup

LONDON (AP): Arsenal enjoyed a 4-0 rout of Wigan as five Premier League teams avoided upsets to reach the fifth round of the FA Cup on Sunday. Third-tier struggler Wigan was overwhelmed against the…