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Flash flood watch in effect for most parishes

A flash flood watch is in effect western, north central and eastern parishes.

The MET Service issued the watch for low lying and flood prone areas of Westmoreland, Hanover, St. James, St. Elizabeth, Trelawny, St. Ann, St. Mary, Portland, St. Thomas, Kingston and St. Andrew.

Finance Minister Dr. Nigel Clarke says it would be premature to announce definitive budget adjustments, prior to collection of outstanding taxes

Finance Minister Dr. Nigel Carke has emphasised that it would be premature to make an announcement on any definitive adjustment to the budget, prior to Tax Administration Jamaica (TAJ) collecting outstanding taxes.

He was responding to concerns raised by his Opposition counterpart Julian Robinson who

Government engages boutique ships, as part of plans to build Port Royal as a major tourist destination

The government is working on arrangements with boutique ships, as part of plans to build up Port Royal, as a major tourist destination.

Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett gave the update during a post-cabinet press briefing this morning.

Roje Stona invited to rookie mini camp by Green Bay Packers & New Orleans Saints

Jamaican shot putter and discus thrower Roje Stona has taken the first steps towards a professional career in the NFL after being by the Green Bay packers and New Orleans Saints to their rookie mini camps.

Tourism Minister says Jamaica working feverishly to deal with issues that lead to travel advisories for the country

Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett made the comment at this morning's post-Cabinet press briefing.

Several countries have issued advisories warning its citizens of dangers relating to crime, violence, insufficient health care, among others.

Government reviewing draft report from National Violence Prevention Commission as efforts continue to deal with violence

The government is reviewing a draft report from the National Violence Prevention Commission, as efforts continue to deal with violence .

Information Minister, Robert Morgan made the disclosure during this morning's post-cabinet press briefing, following questions about the government's targeted initiatives

Search continues for missing St. Catherine taxi operator

The search for missing taxi operator Rushane Wilkins resumed this morning in Sligoville St. Catherine.

Head of the St. Catherine North Police Superintendent Hopton Nicholson told IRIE FM News that the search involves the Canine Unit, members of the transport sector and citizens.

JC’s Bygrave hunting more victories as his schoolboy career winds down.

Star Jamaica College middle distance runner Kemarrio Bygrave is winding down his schoolboy career he competes in two events at this weekend's East Coast International showcase at the PG Sports Complex in Landover, Maryland.

PNP says late Councillor Rohan Bryan was committed to the welfare of his constituents

Councillor Bryan passed away at the Princess Margaret Hospital about 2 AM today.

He was reportedly battling a heart condition.

PNP’s councillor for Morant Bay Division Rohan Bryan dies

People's National Party councillor for the Morant Bay Division in St. Thomas, Rohan Bryan has died.

He reportedly passed away in hospital at about 2 am.

Flash flood watch in effect for most parishes

Wednesday, May 01, 2024 Patrice Walters News No comments

A flash flood watch is in effect western, north central and eastern parishes. The MET Service issued the watch for low lying and flood prone areas of Westmoreland, Hanover, St. James, St. Elizabeth, Trelawny, St. Ann, St. Mary, Portland, St. Thomas, Kingston and St. Andrew.

Finance Minister Dr. Nigel Clarke says it would be premature to announce definitive budget adjustments, prior to collection of outstanding taxes

Wednesday, May 01, 2024 Patrice Walters News No comments

Finance Minister Dr. Nigel Carke has emphasised that it would be premature to make an announcement on any definitive adjustment to the budget, prior to Tax Administration Jamaica (TAJ) collecting outstanding taxes. He was responding to concerns raised by his Opposition counterpart Julian Robinson who called on Dr. Clarke to provide more details on the implications of the budget shortfall.

Roje Stona invited to rookie mini camp by Green Bay Packers & New Orleans Saints

Wednesday, May 01, 2024 Wayde Brown Sports No comments

Jamaican shot putter and discus thrower Roje Stona has taken the first steps towards a professional career in the NFL after being by the Green Bay packers and New Orleans Saints to their rookie mini camps.

JC’s Bygrave hunting more victories as his schoolboy career winds down.

Wednesday, May 01, 2024 Roger Hasfal Sports No comments

Star Jamaica College middle distance runner Kemarrio Bygrave is winding down his schoolboy career he competes in two events at this weekend's East Coast International showcase at the PG Sports Complex in Landover, Maryland.

Revival of old-school Dancehall Riddims could dominate music scene this summer

Monday, April 29, 2024 K'Shema Francis-Pitt Entertainment No comments

In recent times, the music industry has witnessed a resurgence of Dancehall riddims infused with an old-school flair.

Dancehall artist Stylo G appeals for return of stolen music files

Monday, April 29, 2024 K'Shema Francis-Pitt Entertainment No comments

London-based Dancehall artist Stylo G is appealing for the return of his music files after thieves stole a Louis Vuitton bag containing his laptop from his vehicle.