Author Archive: Patrice Walters

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JFJ calls for probe into death of woman while in police custody
Human rights group, Jamaicans for Justice (JFJ) is calling for an independent investigation, into the death of a 51-year-old woman of
Two killed in 4 vehicle crash
Police have identified the 2 men killed in a 4 vehicle crash, along the rose hall main road in Montego Bay, St. James, last evening
Shaw: no better wage offer
The government says it is unable to increase the wage offer, made to public sector workers. Speaking at the International Monetary Fund
Haile Selassie High School closed today due to noxious fumes
Classes at the Haile Selassie High School on Spanish Town Road in Kingston will resume tomorrow (Mar 8). The school closed early today,
Health Minister renews call for Jamaicans to reduce sugar intake
Health Minister Dr. Christopher Tufton, is renewing his call for Jamaicans to reduce their sugar intake, as obesity related
JCC welcomes Anderson as new Police Commissioner
The Jamaica Chamber of Commerce has welcomed the appointment of Major General, Antony Anderson, as the new Police Commissioner. The
Finance Ministry to pay teachers wage increase despite rejection by JTA
The Jamaica Teachers’ Association (JTA) says it has been informed by the Finance Ministry, that it intends to pay the first year of the
Fire destroys house in Montego Bay
Fire of unknown origin destroyed a 2 storey building in Downtown Montego Bay, St. James earlier this afternoon (Mar 4). The building