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American Airlines will be increasing flights to Jamaica for the winter tourist season in December.

Tourism to Benefit from More Flights by American Airlines in Winter Season

Minister of State in the Ministry of Tourism, Senator the Hon. Delano Seiveright, says that expansion of American Airlines’ flight services to Jamaica is expected to result in a big boost for the upcoming winter tourist season. Starting December 18,...

Executive Director of the Transformation Implementation Unit (TIU), Maria Thompson Walters (left), shares a celebratory moment with members of the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining’s team, which won the 2025 Public Sector Debate Competition. The Ministry of Agriculture defeated the Ministry of Tourism in Thursday’s (July 10) final match at AC Hotel by Marriott Kingston.

Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining Crowned 2025 Public Sector Debate Champion

Head of Operations, Westmoreland Police Division, Deputy Superintendent of Police Kevin Francis, addresses the monthly meeting of the Westmoreland Municipal Corporation in Savanna-la-Mar on Thursday (July 10).

Westmoreland Police Prepared to Respond During Hurricane Season

Assistant Commissioner of Police, Dr. Gary McKenzie

JCF Receives Support to Strengthen Motorcycle Safety

Officer in Charge of Operations for Westmoreland, Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Kevin Francis, gives remarks during the monthly meeting of the Westmoreland Municipal Corporation, in Savanna-la-Mar, on Thursday (July 10).

Police Call on Citizens to Promote Peace and Civility

President of the Jamaica Cricket Association, Dr. Donovan Bennett (right), greets West Indies cricketer Roston Chase, during the arrival of the West Indies Cricket team and the touring Australian side at the Norman Manley International Airport (NMIA) in Kingston on Tuesday (July 8). They are in the island for the third Test, set for July 12–16 at Sabina Park, followed by two T20 matches on July 20 and 22.

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PHOTOS: West Indies Cricket Team Arrives for Test, T-20 Matches

Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr., engages in conversation with (from left) Tamoya Thompson, Gabrielle Whittingham, Laurie Green and Janiella Wilson, at the Juici Patties Youth Leadership Workshop & Volunteerism Programme at The Verandah in Clarendon on Tuesday (July 8).

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Students Urged to Uphold Discipline

Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr., has charged students to make discipline their hallmark as they pursue success in their academic and personal lives. He noted that while natural talent can be a helpful starting point for achieving success, consistent discipline is crucial for sustained achievement and reaching one's full potential. “If you cannot develop good...

State Minister in the Ministry of Labour and Social Security, Dr. the Hon. Norman Dunn (seated left), Acting Permanent Secretary in the Ministry, Dione Jennings (centre), and United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) Deputy Country Representative, Mohammad Mohiuddin, share a moment with Early Stimulation Programme (ESP) graduate, Suewayne Watson. The occasion was the ESP graduation ceremony, held at the Apostolic Church of Jamaica, Bethel Temple, in downtown Kingston on Wednesday (July 9).

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ESP Celebrates 74 Graduates with Disabilities Transitioning to Primary School

Seventy-four students with diverse disabilities have successfully completed the Early Stimulation Programme (ESP), gaining the skills and support needed to transition confidently into primary-level education. Of the 74 graduates, 56 will transition to primary-level special education institutions, while 18 have been successfully integrated into the mainstream school system. Addressing the annual graduation ceremony on Wednesday (July 9) at the Apostolic...

Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (seated, centre), signs the Westlands Expansion Project agreement during a ceremony held at Kingston Freeport Terminal Limited (KFTL), Port Bustamante, Kingston, on Thursday (July 10). Other signatories include (from left, seated) Chief Executive Officer, KFTL, Captain Jedrzej Mierzewski; Senior Vice President, CMA Terminals Holding, Emmanuel Delachambre; Port Authority of Jamaica (PAJ) Chairman, Alok Jain, and President and Chief Executive Officer, Professor Gordon Shirley. Among those looking on is Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill (standing right).

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Westlands Expansion Project Agreement Signed to Boost Kingston’s Container Storage Capacity

The Port Authority of Jamaica (PAJ) and Kingston Freeport Terminal Limited (KFTL), on Thursday (July 10), signed an agreement for the Westlands Expansion Project, which aims to increase container storage capacity and facilitate near-port logistics. Signatories to the agreement include Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness; PAJ Chairman, Alok Jain, and President and Chief Executive Officer, Professor Gordon...

Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, Hon. Floyd Green, addresses the 20th hybrid session of the Western Central Atlantic Fishery Commission (WECAFC), at Secrets Resort in Montego Bay, St. James, on July 8. Mr. Green is the outgoing Chairman of the Commission.

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Minister Urges WECAFC to Continue Supporting Artisanal Fisherfolk

Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, Hon. Floyd Green, has urged the Western Central Atlantic Fishery Commission (WECAFC) to reaffirm its commitment to safeguarding fisheries and supporting artisanal fisherfolk. Speaking at the Commission’s 20th hybrid session, held at Secrets Resort in Montego Bay, St. James, on July 8, he said that regional cooperation, scientific research, and inclusive governance are critical...

Minister of Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport, Hon. Daryl Vaz (right), in discussion with Transport Authority Managing Director, Ralston Smith, during a tour of the Christiana Transport Centre and adjoining lands being considered for the facility’s proposed expansion, in Manchester, on Wednesday (July 9).

9 months ago Transport

Gov’t Exploring Expansion of Christiana Transport Centre in Manchester

The Government is exploring the potential expansion of the Christiana Transport Centre in Manchester to improve infrastructure for public transport operators and ease congestion in the town. Minister of Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport, Hon. Daryl Vaz, toured the facility on Wednesday (July 9) to assess the upgrades needed for its expansion. This comes against the background of calls by...

National Housing Trust (NHT) Administrative Manager, Shara Luke Cooper.

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NHT Reduces Service Charge for New Mortgagors

New mortgagors accessing their National Housing Trust (NHT) benefit will be afforded a reduced service charge. The NHT’s Administrative Manager, Shara Luke Cooper, said the adjustment forms part of the Trust’s broader efforts to make homeownership more affordable for contributors. “What that translates into is, for our lower income earners, if you are paying a lower amount as it relates...