Jamaican street food cook opens jerk chicken restaurant in Vergennes

CASTEL EDWARDS BRINGS a new flavor to Vergennes with the opening of his restaurant at 15 Main St. The chef might be far from his hometown in Jamaica, but Castel’s Jerk Joint serves authentic and fresh Jamaican dishes Wednesday through Sunday from...

Businessman accused of hitting man with board in market

August 28, 2025 ST ELIZABETH, Jamaica — A businessman who is accused of hitting another with a board in a market on Brigade Street in Black River, St Elizabeth on Wednesday is now facing charges of unlawful wounding and assault occasioning bodily...

Liberty Networks Launches MAYA-1.2 Subsea Cable Upgrade to Boost Caribbean Connectivity

Liberty Networks, a leading provider of enterprise connectivity and digital infrastructure in Latin America and the Caribbean, announced a major milestone with the launch of MAYA-1.2, an enhanced system that doubles the capacity of the MAYA-1...

Jamaica: Children’s bodies found in bushes

KINGSTON, Jamaica, CMC – Police say they have detained a 22-year-old man after the bodies of two children were found Wednesday in bushes close to their house in Swamp, Moneague, St Ann, on the north coast of the island. The police said that the...

Caribbean Climate Experts Confirm 2024 as Warmest Year on Record

From UWI The UWI Regional Headquarters, Jamaica W.I. Wednesday, August 27, 2025—Caribbean climate scientists, led by researchers from The University of the West Indies (The UWI), have confirmed that 2024 was the warmest year on record for the...

JAMAICA-ECONOMY – BOJ anticipates digital currency expansion will ease ATM challenges

Sandals Foundation reaffirms support for Paediatric Cancer Support across the Caribbean

ST.VINCENT AND THE GRENADINES is among six countries that will benefit from enhanced research, diagnosis and treatment of childhood cancers in the Caribbean as the Sandals Foundation reaffirmed its commitment to the Sick-Kids-Caribbean Initiative...

News in Brief 8-29-25

CHARLESGATE FARMERS MARKET OPEN SUNDAYS The Charlesgate Farmers Market returns this summer to Charlesgate Park. The market will be held Sundays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. until October 12 under the Bowker Overpass at Commonwealth Avenue between...

Jamaica Boasts Low Unemployment, No Currency Controls.

- Advertisement - Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce Aubyn Hill has stressed that Jamaica remains one of the best places in the region to do business. He highlighted the Government’s outreach to Micro, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises...

3 NYC correction officers suspended following death of inmate at troubled Rikers Island jail

NEW YORK (AP) — Three correction officers have been suspended following the death of an inmate at New York City’s troubled Riker’s Island, jail officials said. Officers found inmate Ardit Billa unresponsive in his cell at around 12:25 a.m. on...

19 alleged key players in criminal activities across the island listed as wanted

The Jamaica Constabulary Force has launched an intensive search for 19 individuals wanted for a range of serious and violent crimes, including murder, assault and robbery. The individuals are being urged to turn themselves in immediately. The...

Editorial | Good governance agenda

When the new administration takes office after next week’s election, it must, along with economic issues, make good governance and efficient government urgent matters it attends to. For not only do Jamaicans doubt the integrity of their leaders...

Stakeholders say Negril perfect for wellness tourism

WESTERN BUREAU: When most persons think of Jamaica, images of white sand beaches and all-inclusive hotels spring to mind. But as global wellness tourism surges toward what experts project will be a multi-trillion-dollar industry, local...

Inaugural Boxing Day showdown announced by Caribbean Boxing Organization

FOLLOWING the establishment of the Caribbean Boxing Organization (CBO) in April this year, the Caribbean fight scene will ignite in the Christmas season with the first-ever regional professional boxing showcase. The CBO recently announced that a...

Letter of the Day | Jamaica deserves better, not banality

THE EDITOR, Madam: Please allow me to express a particular concern about the upcoming general elections and the conundrum surrounding the choices presented to the electorate, the “sovereign”people. Yes, we await the manifesto of each political...

Jamaica plan forum set for Sept. 9

The City Council received the modified Jamaica Neighborhood Plan from the City Planning Commission on Monday and has set a public hearing on the rezoning initiative, which if adopted, would transform 230 blocks in and around Downtown Jamaica. The...

Caribbean-inspired eatery is stunning

HOLLYWOOD BOWL-ESQUE canopies invite diners. I love a restaurant that feels as though I entered a friend’s warm home. Lucia, however, is not that restaurant. It’s more exciting. After checking in at the hostess stand at the Caribbean-inspired...

Caribbean spirit set to electrify Lauderhill with Manning vs. DaCosta rivalry

LAUDERHILL, FL — The unmistakable rhythm of Caribbean pride will come alive this Labor Day, Monday, September 1, 2025, as Lauderhill Sports Park transforms into a festival of sport, culture, and community. - Advertisement - The Jamaica High School...

Jamaican Clarks franchise owner in NYC has a special message for Vybz Kartel

On Labor Day Friday August 29th, Vybz Kartel will grace the stage at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn for the 3rd time this year. The concert is expected to be another sold out affair. Jermaine Parker, Trench Town born, White Plains Road street...

Authentic Reggae Music: Meekie Embraces Jamaican Roots

Meekie KINGSTON, Jamaica – Pulsating visuals, and a mix of rich musical instruments including the deep sounds of the drums and melodies of the saxophone set the stage. It was for an entertaining and rhythmic song and video launch by reggae artiste...