NHWC Hosts Blood Drive at Cornwall Regional Hospital

The National Helmet Wearing Coalition (NHWC), in collaboration with the JN Foundation and the National Blood Transfusion Service (NBTS), hosted a blood drive at Cornwall Regional Hospital in Montego Bay, on Saturday, April 12. Held under the theme ‘Rev Up …

St. Jago High School is Tops in St. Catherine

The Spanish Town-based St. Jago High School is the Overall Winner for St. Catherine in the Jamaica Cultural Development Commission (JCDC) Performing Arts Competition. At a recent awards ceremony held at the St. Catherine High School, the institution walked …

More Than 7,000 Jobs Could Be Created from Development of Commercial Complex at Caymanas Estate

More than 7,000 jobs could potentially be created from the development of the Raintree Commercial Complex, located just outside Kingston at Caymanas Estate in Ferry Pen, St. Catherine. Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, on Wednesday (April …

Gun found in open lot in Coates Pen, May Pen

Lawmen assigned to the Clarendon division on Thursday seized a firearm and several rounds of ammunition in an open lot in Coates Pen, May Pen. Reports from the May Pen police are that about 1:45 p.m., the police, acting on information, searched the area. …

Photos: Prime Minister Holness Meets With Fr. Richard Ho Lung

WEEKLY DEVOTIONAL: The Crucifixion of Jesus

For Christians everywhere, the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus Christ are the cornerstone of our faith (1 Corinthians 15:12-14). More than an act of injustice or tragedy, the crucifixion is the ultimate expression of God’s love for a lost and broken …

Digital currencies are more than cash – BOJ staff report

A Bank of Jamaica (BOJ) staff paper reveals that Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDC) like JAM-DEX aren’t just digital cash – they’re a powerful new tool to assist in controlling inflation and boosting the economy, but only if designed correctly. The …

HSRA Urges Users of Ionising Radiation to Obtain Official Authorisation

The Hazardous Substances Regulatory Authority (HSRA) is intensifying its call for all facilities and professionals using ionising radiation to obtain official authorisation. This is in keeping with national regulations and the push towards regulatory …

St. James Municipal Corporation Recycled 200,000 Pounds of Plastic Bottles in 2024/25

The St. James Municipal Corporation recycled approximately 200,000 pounds of plastic bottles during fiscal year 2024/25. This was undertaken in partnership with Recycling Partners of Jamaica (RPJ) and WPM Waste Management Limited, according to Mayor of …

Multipurpose Courts at Greater Portmore High Upgraded

The Greater Portmore High School in St. Catherine now boasts two newly upgraded multipurpose courts, providing safe spaces for students to engage in physical activity and develop their athletic skills. The $5-million project was carried out through the …