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December 9, 2025
Transportation safety board in US describes final moments of flight that killed father and daughter brining humanitarian aid to Jamaica
One of the last things air traffic controllers heard as a small plane carrying a Christian missionary father and his daughter descended rapidly over Florida last month was heavy breathing and grunting…
December 9, 2025
by Christopher Thomas
‘Bear with us’
WESTERN BUREAU: Montego Bay Mayor Richard Vernon, chairman of the St James Municipal Corporation (StJMC), is urging residents to remain patient as the Jamaica Public Service Company (JPS) works to…
December 9, 2025
UK minister pledges long-term support to Jamaica
UK Minister for the Caribbean Chris Elmore ended a visit to Jamaica on Wednesday, pledging Britain’s support for the island’s long-term recovery, reconstruction and climate resilience after Hurricane…
December 9, 2025
by Raymond Graham
ISSA netball: Jose Marti only double winners on Wednesday
JOSE Marti High were the only double winners on the day as second-round action in the ISSA urban schoolgirls netball competition got under way on Wednesday at the Leila Robinson Court. The Philip…
December 9, 2025
by Paul H. Williams
St John’s Church history
“175 years seems like a good long time for this church building to have been in existence. But when you consider that worship has been taking place in this place for 300 years (give or take a few…
December 9, 2025
by Robert Bailey
Top local tennis players expected to compete at Real Equity Open
SOME OF the island’s top tennis players are scheduled to suit up for this weekend’s start of the Real Equity Open Tennis Championships, which is set to serve off on Saturday at the Liguanea Club in…
December 9, 2025
Something Extra | Friday
From Jeddah to Beverly Hills, three major events drew star power this week, including The Gotham Film Awards. The Red Sea International Film Festival opened in Saudi Arabia with jury member Naomie…
December 9, 2025
by Robert Bailey
Leaky defence is top priority for Harbour View
Newly appointed Harbour View FC head coach Vassell Reynolds says tightening the team’s defensive structure will be the top priority when the Jamaica Premier League (JPL) resumes on Sunday. Harbour…
December 9, 2025
Jamaica Customs announces temporary waiver of import permits for medical and personal care items
The Jamaica Customs Agency (JCA) has announced a temporary waiver of import permits for a wide range of medical and personal care items, a measure designed to accelerate hurricane relief operations…