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June 11, 2026
Trelawny councillor pushes for pound to tackle derelict vehicles, illegal parking
A Trelawny councillor is calling for the establishment of a vehicular pound in the parish, citing growing concerns about derelict vehicles, illegal parking, and other traffic violations.
June 11, 2026
by Tanesha Mundle
Paulwell baby murder case: Bradshaw set for September trial after guilty plea talks collapse
Leoda Bradshaw, the alleged mastermind in the murder of politician Phillip Paulwell’s 10-month-old daughter Sarayah, and her mother, is to stand trial on September 28, after efforts to resolve the…
June 11, 2026
US slaps sanctions against Cuban oil and gas company as tensions rise
The United States government on Thursday announced sanctions against Cuba’s state-owned oil and gas company in a move some experts say will only deepen the island's crises and hit vulnerable…
June 11, 2026
Man charged in Kemelia Paul killing due in court July 17
Twenty-eight-year-old Kemar Mitchell is scheduled to appear before the Kingston and St Andrew Parish Court on July 17 to answer a murder charge in connection with the stabbing of 13-year-old Excelsior…
June 11, 2026
Gov't says wage talks with Jamaica Police Federation ongoing
The Government says discussions with the Jamaica Police Federation on a new wage agreement for members of the Jamaica Constabulary Force remain ongoing, with further talks expected as both sides work…
June 11, 2026
Does Jamaica have a human rights problem? - Chuck says no, Opposition calls claim 'delusional'
Justice Minister Delroy Chuck says Jamaica “does not” have a human rights problem, a claim the Opposition is demanding he withdraw, citing police-related fatalities, including 11 civilians killed in…
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.