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March 11, 2026
by Christopher Thomas
Cambridge gets a refreshing taste of Operation GRACE
WESTERN BUREAU: Residents of Cambridge and surrounding communities in St James, many of whom are still reeling from the impact of Hurricane Melissa, recently got some much-needed infrastructural,…
March 11, 2026
by Ainsley Walters
St Ann Custos Commando initiative spurs marine protection drive
Akin to John F. Kennedy’s “Ask not what your country can do for you – ask what can you do for your country”, Custos Joseph Issa’s call for parishioners to be proactive has given legs to the novel St…
March 11, 2026
Rubis Energy Ja adds fried‑chicken franchise
RUBiS Energy Jamaica has added the Southern Fried Chicken (SFC) franchise to its newest and largest service station as the company moves further into the full-service retail market. The quick-service…
March 11, 2026
by Lester Hinds
Jamaica gifted with GEM amid Hurricane Melissa recovery efforts
Days before Hurricane Melissa devastated the south-western parishes of Jamaica, the Global Empowerment Mission (GEM) had already begun preparing to send disaster-relief supplies to the island in the…
March 11, 2026
Gas prices to go up $4.50
Motorists will pay more for gas on Thursday. The state-owned oil refinery, Petrojam, says E-10 87 is to move up by $4.50 to sell for $158.88 per litre and a litre of E-10 90 will go up by $4.50 to…
March 11, 2026
Engineer urges proper strap installation to boost roof protection
Homeowners, builders and developers are being encouraged to adopt proper hurricane strap installation practices to strengthen building resilience and reduce damage during severe weather events. The…
March 11, 2026
Bus conductor charged after gun seizure in Manchester - Police
A 30-year-old bus conductor has been charged following the seizure of a firearm and ammunition in Georges Valley, Manchester, on Sunday, the police say. He is Chevon Johnson, otherwise called…
March 11, 2026
Man convicted of having sex with girls aged 6 and 8 to be sentenced May 19
A man who has been convicted of having sexual intercourse with two girls, aged 6 and 8 more than seven years ago in Manchester, is to be sentenced on May 19. The 54-year-old man was last week found…
March 11, 2026
by Keisha Hill
Minimally invasive milestone
A major step forward in surgical innovation has been achieved at Medical Associates Hospital with the successful completion of its first laparoscopic colectomy, performed by consultant general surgeon…