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KINGSTON, Jamaica — Portmore United reclaimed third place in the Jamaica Premier League (JLP) on Monday after beating Arnett Gardens 2-0 in their second round game played at the Anthony Spaulding Sports Complex. Dunstin Cohen scored his first goal of the season and Orlando Russell came off the bench to score the second as Portmore United joined second placed Racing United on 42 points, one more than fourth placed Mount Pleasant Football...

KINGSTON, Jamaica — The National Housing Trust’s (NHT’s) policy allowing cash refunds to mortgagors with direct NHT loans will have no adverse impact on the agency’s loan portfolio or cash flow, says Assistant General Manager for Corporate Communications and Public Affairs, Dwayne Berbick. Addressing a recent JIS Think Tank,  Berbick noted that the adjustment only changes how the funds are disbursed and does not affect the trust’s financial planning. “The contribution refunds…...

CLARENDON, Jamaica — Once grappling with high levels of violence and social instability, May Pen and surrounding communities are now recording measurable improvements in safety, social development and opportunity, following sustained interventions under Project STAR and its partners. According to a release from Project STAR, data shared by the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF), show that Clarendon has seen a dramatic decline in murders over the past decade, with the most significant reductions...

KINGSTON, Jamaica —  A 48-hour curfew has been imposed in the St Andrew South policing division. The curfew commenced at 6:00 pm on Monday, February 16, and will remain in effect until 6:00 pm on Wednesday, February 18. The boundaries of the curfew are as follows: NORTH - From Happy Grove community drawn to Chisholm Avenue/Maxfield intersection following the divisional boundary. EAST - From Chisholm Avenue/Maxfield Avenue travelling southerly to East Avenue...

KINGSTON, Jamaica — Just over 2,700 households are being reached under phase one of the National Energy Poverty Reduction programme, says Minister of Energy, Transport and Telecommunications, Daryl Vaz. Under the programme, the Government has allocated $1 billion to mobilise support for post- Hurricane Melissa electrification. Addressing a recent post-Cabinet press briefing at Jamaica House, Minister Vaz said that works being undertaken include house wiring, minor building repairs and electrical certification, as...

KINGSTON, Jamaica — Jamaica’s sprint queen Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce was among a host of celebrities in attendance at the Diotima Fall 2026 Ready-to-Wear Show, held in New York City on February 15. Fraser-Pryce was there to show her support for Jamaican-born fashion designer Rachel Scott, founder of the brand Diotima. She has long been a supporter of the celebrated designer, who established Diotima in 2021. “I have long admired Rachel’s work and the...

KINGSTON, Jamaica — A bartender has been charged with possession of ganja and dealing in ganja in connection with the seizure of several parcels of ganja on Hartland’s main road, Spanish Town in St Catherine, on Saturday, February 14. Charged is 22-year-old Syleena Davy, of Kings Street, Spanish Town in St Catherine. Reports from the Area 5 Agricultural Protection Branch (APB) are that about 2:40 am, a team was on mobile patrol...

KINGSTON, Jamaica — Recording artiste Gail has released her ExPressions EP which she says reflects her musical prowess. “ExPressions is about showcasing Gail’s authentic sound. The project reflects my musical niche and the type of songs I want to create more of. It isn’t confined to one genre—it’s versatile, dynamic, and expressive, which is something I truly love about it,” she told the Observer Online. Added Gail: “I believe everything...

KINGSTON, Jamaica - Consumer prices fell by 0.8 per cent in January, driven largely by lower food prices, although annual inflation remained within the central bank’s target range, official data showed on Monday. The Statistical Institute of Jamaica (STATIN) said the decline in the All-Jamaica Consumer Price Index (CPI) was mainly due to a 2.6 per cent fall in the index for Food and Non-Alcoholic Beverages. Prices for vegetables, tubers,...

KINGSTON, Jamaica — The 48-hour curfew that was imposed in the Kingston Eastern policing division has been extended. The curfew continues from 6:00 pm on Monday, February 16, and will remain in effect until 6:00 pm on Wednesday. The boundaries of the curfew are as follows: NORTH: Along an imaginary line from the Mountain Ridge from Mountain View Primary School to Cane River Falls. EAST: Along an imaginary line from Cane River...

The Jamaica Observer can confirm that US-based businessman Fawad Sarwar will be the new owner of the Jamaican franchise in the Caribbean Premier League. Pakistan-born Sarwar currently operates the FKS Group and Kingsmen Sports and Enterprise which owns the Hyderabad franchise in the Pakistan Super League and the Chicago Kingsmen in Minor League Cricket in the USA. The CPL didn’t reveal the new owner of the Jamaican franchise when it...

KINGSTON, Jamaica — The Planning Institute of Jamaica (PIOJ) has launched the Vision 2030 Jamaica ‘Love Jamaica’ National Essay Competition, under the theme ‘Building a Shockproof Jamaica: My Role in a Resilient Future’. Localisation and Stakeholder Engagement Coordinator at the Vision 2030 Jamaica Secretariat, PIOJ, Samantha Wilmot‑Whilby, advised that the competition is open to Jamaicans aged 15 and older. The competition features three categories: Youth (15–29 years), Adults (30–59 years), and Senior...