The Government has proposed an allocation of approximately $20 million to repair the dock at the Blue Lagoon in Portland. Speaking during the Standing Finance Committee meeting of the House of Representatives on March 6 at Gordon House, where members reviewed the 2026/27 Estimates of Expenditure, Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia Grange, stated that the proposed...

The Government of Jamaica paid tribute to the legends who have contributed to the growth and development of reggae music at the annual Reggae Gold Awards on Friday (February 27). The function, held inside the National Arena in Kingston, culminated activities for Reggae Month. Heading the list of honourees was veteran singer Ken Boothe, who was inducted in the Jamaica...

Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) Divisional Commander for St. Thomas, Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Rohan Ritchie, is reiterating the importance of permits for the staging of events. Speaking to JIS News following a meeting with event organisers and promoters at the Morant Bay Police Station on February 25, DSP Ritchie said that securing the required permits serves as a control...

The fifth staging of the Jamaica Creative Career Expo, held on Wednesday (February 25), strongly emphasised the importance of young creatives prioritising ownership, intellectual property rights, and business literacy in the evolving music industry. The Ministry of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport partnered with the Island Music Conference (IMC) to stage the fifth edition of the Jamaica Creative Career Expo...

A gender-based violence mobile application (app) will be launched this year to provide discreet access to emergency help, legal information, and support services for victims. The move is part of initiatives by the Government to eliminate domestic violence, said Governor-General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen, while delivering the Throne Speech at the ceremonial opening of Parliament for...

The Kingston and St. Andrew Municipal Corporation (KSAMC) has urged promoters of Jamaica Carnival 2026 events to submit their applications and other requisite documents by March 6. Mayor of Kingston, Councillor Andrew Swaby, said applications received after this date will not be considered. The Jamaica Carnival season is slated to be held from April 8 to 14. Addressing the KSAMC’s...