“Free Gaza” signs appeared in Montego Bay before a CARICOM meeting, sparking debate. While a motorist praised the message, the St James Municipal Corporation swiftly removed the signs, citing violations of the Town and Country Planning Act. The Mayor clarified the issue wasn’t the message, but the illegal placement on trees.
Jamaica’s rising track and field stars are shining at the NACAC Under-13 and Under-15 Championships in Nicaragua! Eight young athletes, backed by a dedicated coaching staff, are competing in pentathlon and heptathlon events. JAAA President Garth Gayle hails this investment in youth development as crucial for the future of Jamaican athletics.
Jamaica’s Mehar Trehan and Sanjana Nallapati struck gold in the girls’ under-19 doubles at the Junior CASA Championships! The dynamic duo’s chemistry proved unbeatable as they powered past Barbados, securing a crucial victory. Team captain Nallapati and Trehan, both individual medalists, highlighted teamwork as the key to their triumph in the Cayman Islands.
Netball Jamaica is gearing up for a new era under Karen Baugh, but the race for first vice president is heating up! Simone Forbes and Keyan Shawn Murdock are battling for the spot, both bringing valuable experience to the table. Who will emerge victorious?
Senator Kamina Johnson Smith invited lawmakers to the upcoming CARICOM Heads of Government meeting in Montego Bay (July 6-8). Discussions will focus on key regional issues like climate change, food security, and the CARICOM Single Market. Justice Winston Anderson will also be sworn in as CCJ president.
Chad Ziadie and Aliana McMaster are set to defend their National Shotgun Championship titles at the 200 Bird Sporting Clays competition held at Tru-Juice in St. Catherine. Ziadie is aiming for his third championship while McMaster is looking to secure another win.
In a historic moment, Dr. Barbara Lyle-Harper became the first female president of the Association of Surgeons in Jamaica (ASJ). Health Minister Easton Douglas praised her and other female doctors for their dedication and contributions to healthcare during the ASJ’s annual conference. Women comprise 40% of the Health Ministry’s doctors.
A new documentary exploring the life of Jamaican national hero Norman Manley has been released. The six-part film, six years in the making, delves into his multifaceted life as a soldier, barrister, and leader. Aimed at inspiring students, it will be distributed to schools as a teaching aid.
Step back in time! Gunboat Beach officially opened in 1959, a Miami-inspired recreational haven carved from swampland. Future plans included shark fences and gondolas. Officials urged preservation for all to enjoy, emphasizing the importance of public access to this government-funded paradise.
Jamaica’s immigration landscape is shifting! In 2024, the number of registered aliens jumped 19%, with Asians leading extension requests. Meanwhile, more Jamaicans are seeking US opportunities as Canada tightens its immigration policies. Citizenship grants also surged, up 45.1% from the previous year.
