Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness has pointed out that the new Little London police station in Westmoreland is symbolic of resilience and a return to normality, following Hurricane Melissa.

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Health Minister Dr. Christopher Tufton says the type 2 field hospital donated by the government of Barbados will be operational next week.

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An appeal has been made, for bauxite company WINDALCO  to provide lands, to facilitate relocation of residents of Content in Manchester. 

The area is still affected by ground water that rose to cover many sections, including several homes following hurricane Melissa.

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Health Minister Dr. Christopher Tufton has moved to reassure the public and tourism stakeholders that Jamaica's tourism sector remains safe and stable after Hurricane Melissa.

Dr. Tufton said assessments so far have revealed no significant risks to facilities that cater to tourists and there is no advisory in place discouraging travel or visits to Jamaica.

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"Mi no fraid a no-bady", that's the declaration by Prime Minister Dr Andrew Holness as he pledged to go to war against false and misleading information, especially as it relates to the government's response to Hurricane Melissa.

Dr. Holness made the comments today at the official opening of the Little London Police Station in Westmoreland.

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An elderly man died from tetanus following the passage of Hurricane Melissa.

Tetanus commonly called lockjaw is a serious disease of the nervous system caused by a toxin-producing bacterium.

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Chief Judge of the Parish Courts Chester Crooks has urged the newly minted Department of Correctional Services, (DCS) officers not to betray the trust placed in them by accepting bribes or engaging in other illegal activities.

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The Financial Investigations Division (FID), the Major Organised Crime and Anti-Corruption Agency (MOCA), and the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) have launched a new collaborative public-education initiative designed to strengthen the country’s response to financial crimes (including scams, fraud, and money laundering and encourage greater public reporting.

Beginning December 1, 2025, and continuing through August 30, 2026, specially crafted time-signal announcements will air across the nation's number 1 radio station Irie FM and sister station Zip 103 FM.

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Reverend Glen Graham, a beloved figure in Jamaican gospel music for more than 30 years, has died.

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The election held yesterday in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines saw former Prime Minister Ralph Gonsalves, who had reportedly planned to invite Vybz Kartel to perform after securing another victory, suffer a crushing defeat.

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