Troy, Trelawny — Arguing that it could have cost taxpayers at least 30 per cent less if completed four years ago, Prime Minister Dr Andrew Holness on Friday declared there were lessons to learnt from the five-year journey to construct the $230-million Troy Bridge. According to Holness, the project hammered home the point that “good governance must mean more than following procedures” and must ultimately be measured by its ability to deliver results
The rebuilt Troy Bridge has officially opened, restoring a key crossing between southern Trelawny and north-western Manchester after Tropical Storm Grace destroyed the old structure in 2021.
Prime Minister Andrew Holness officially reopened the Troy Bridge, restoring a key connection between southern Trelawny and north-western Manchester after years of disruption.
Government officials opened the rebuilt Troy Bridge on June 5, restoring a crucial connection for residents, students, farmers and businesses between southern Trelawny and north-west Manchester.
Prime Minister Andrew Holness says Jamaica must cut red tape on major public works after the $231 million Troy Bridge replacement took years to complete.
Investigators are examining separate violent incidents in St. Catherine, Manchester and Kingston, while police also reported arrests during a Mandeville vending enforcement operation.
Police say six vendors were charged and five more warned after a Thursday operation targeting selling along Winston Jones Highway, where officers say vending near roundabouts was disrupting traffic.
Police are probing killings in Manchester and a fatal police shooting in Portmore, while senators heard that a $500 million transfer to government weakened the Financial Services Commission’s reserves.
Police are investigating the killing of Hubert Ferguson and his son Floyd Ferguson at their New Forest home in southern Manchester. Investigators suspect the attack may be tied to lottery scamming.
The Ministry of Local Government and Community Development will be rolling out a Priority Parochial Road Programme, valued at $350 million, targeting for repair badly damaged roads that connect communities and lead to critical places like hospitals and schools. Portfolio Minister, Hon
Government announcements on June 5 covered drought relief, hurricane shelters, disaster readiness, health cooperation with Ghana, agriculture plans, student welfare in Cuba and support for businesses hit by Hurricane Melissa.
Government has outlined new spending for drought relief, community roads, drains and emergency shelters, while also updating disaster readiness, overseas health recruitment, agriculture cooperation and student support in Cuba.
Jamaica is pushing a national agriculture overhaul focused on food security, climate resilience, farm recovery, water access, technology and new opportunities for young farmers.
Robert Dawes, 60, of George Reid District, Manchester, died after steel reportedly came off a truck carrying building supplies and hit him in Balvenie Heights, Mandeville.
Manchester, Jamaica — Detectives up to early Friday morning were processing a double murder scene where a father and son were killed in New Forest, Manchester. A police source said the men were gunned down after their hands were bound about midnight in an attack near their home in the south Manchester community
TVJ’s Football Fix panel assessed major talking points before the 2026 FIFA World Cup, including new match-control rules, Luis Suárez’s Uruguay omission, Golden Boot favourites and rising stars expected to draw attention.
Retired Justice Ian Forte Dies at 89By Mckoy's News / June 5, 2026 KINGSTON, Jamaica — Jamaica’s legal fraternity is mourning the passing of retired Court of Appeal President Justice Ian Xavier Forte, who died on Friday at the age of 89. Justice Forte, one of the country’s most respected jurists, reportedly passed away at his home
Manchester Double Murder: Father and Son Found Bound and Shot DeadBy Mckoy's News / June 5, 2026 Manchester Double Murder: A father and son were found shot dead inside a house in New Forest, Manchester, early Friday morning in a killing that has shocked residents and heightened concerns about rising violence in the parish. According to police reports, residents heard explosions around 12:15 a.m
Tower Band has released its 16-track mixtape titled Dancehall Future. The band performed tracks from the ZJ West-mixed project during a launch at Janga’s Soundbar and Grill in New Kingston on Wednesday night at Supa Heavy Wednesdays
Nantes, France – Amad Diallo scored a late winner as Ivory Coast stunned France 2-1 in a World Cup warm-up match in Nantes on Thursday. France captain Kylian Mbappe had been hoping to break Olivier Giroud’s record of 57 goals for Les Bleus in what was his 97th appearance for his country but had a fruitless evening and was replaced by head coach Didier Deschamps at half-time, leaving him stuck on 56 goals in second place
JUTC will provide paid round-trip bus service for Reggae Sumfest 2026 patrons travelling to Richmond Estate, St Ann, with bookings available through the GK1 App.
Police in Manchester are probing the killing of a father and his son, an aspiring recording artiste known as "Fido", after both were found bound and shot inside a New Forest home.
Prime Minister Dr Andrew Holness says the reopening of the Troy Bridge is a celebration of reconnection, resilience, and renewed opportunity for communities that were cut off when the historic crossing was destroyed by Tropical Storm Grace in 2021.Speaking at the official opening ceremony on Friday, Holness said the occasion was about much more than the completion of an infrastructure project.“Today, we gather not to celebrate the opening of a bridge, but in truth, we are celebrating something much greater than a bridge. We are celebrating reconnection
Police are investigating the killing of a father and his son at a New Forest, Manchester house, where both men were found bound and fatally shot early Friday.
Education Minister Dr. Dana Morris Dixon says violence in homes and communities is spilling into schools, even as a ministry survey shows many children still view school as their safest space.
Kingston, Jamaica — At just 31 years old, Nickole Donaldson has established herself as one of Jamaica’s most accomplished financial advisors, earning recognition for her exceptional work ethic, client-centered approach, and unwavering commitment to excellence. Born and raised in the cool hills of Manchester, Jamaica, Nickole’s journey is one of resilience, determination, and purpose
Police are investigating several major incidents across Jamaica, including a deadly Spanish Town shooting, a fatal confrontation in Kingston, gun and ganja seizures, scam-related arrests and political fallout at the FLA.
Andoni Iraola The Spaniard Andoni Iraola who was in charge of Bournemouth has been appointed as Liverpool’s new manager, replacing the sacked Dutchman, Arne Slot. Iraola has signed a two-year contract
Jamaica’s latest crime and court developments include a Manchester teen facing a rape charge, a missing Trelawny fisherman feared dead, and three fatalities from a Spanish Town shooting.
Government agencies outlined new building rules, data-sharing systems, waste management action and reconstruction oversight as Jamaica prepares for the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season after Hurricane Melissa.
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Prime Minister Andrew Holness says the new NARA law gives Jamaica a firmer footing for Hurricane Melissa recovery, while warning agencies, households and businesses to strengthen disaster readiness.
Labourer Fatally Shot in Maroon Town as St James Murder Toll ClimbsBy Mckoy's News / June 4, 2026 A 27-year-old labourer was shot and killed by unknown assailants in Maroon Town, St James, on Wednesday evening, adding to the parish’s growing murder tally for the year. The deceased has been identified as Chanoy “Box Head” Steven, a resident of Phoenix Road in the community
News|Health National Health Service (NHS) staff in Britain should be barred from wearing political badges, including pro-Palestinian badges, on their uniforms, a review into anti-Semitism recommends. Badges proclaiming support for Palestinians, Israel, British political parties or even football teams should not be worn at work, the government’s adviser on anti-Semitism, John Mann, said in his review on Thursday
Marvin Dean and Dudley Powell were granted bail after being charged in a Manchester forgery investigation. Other court matters include a police murder trial and a lawsuit against the Firearm Licensing Authority.
The House of Representatives continued the 2026 Sectoral Debate on June 3, with presentations from Desmond McKenzie, Peter Bunting and Zelica Jess covering reconstruction, growth and justice access.
Kingston, Jamaica — Jamaica’s long-term economic growth remains among the weakest in the developing world according to Opposition Spokesman on Productivity, Efficiency and Competitiveness, Peter Bunting. According to the Member of Parliament for Manchester Southern, real GDP growth has averaged approximately one per cent per annum over several decades
Police say a 15-year-old student from Alligator Pond, Manchester, has been charged with rape after a girl reported being attacked at a business place on May 20.
The blistering midday sun beat down on Thornton, St Elizabeth when THE STAR visited the modest home of the Williams family. Inside the concrete dwelling, the heat was almost unbearable but, for 70-year-old David Williams, discomfort has become a part of daily life
From Friday to Sunday, some 350 young Jamaican children ages eight to 17 years old from Kingston and Manchester, will be exposed to major league baseball coaching from a team of major league players from New York.The three-day clinic, conceptualised Dr Bill Tinglin — a Jamaican attorney resident in New York — will, for the first time, see members of the Major League Baseball Players Alumni Association (MLBPAA) travel to the island to share their expertise in the game. The initiative demonstrates a collaboration among educational institutions and community leadership groups and is grounded in the belief that Jamaican youth deserve greater international opportunities.“For many years, I have dedicated my life to education, youth leadership, international partnerships, and humanitarian initiatives throughout the United States and around the world
Manchester, England: In a bid to end their decades-long wait to win a second World Cup, England have put their fate in the hands of a German. It’s fair to say the appointment of Thomas Tuchel was not universally well received
Australian centre Hannah Kuhar is back with Manchester Spurs as the Red Stripe Flavours Netball Jamaica Elite League starts at the National Indoor Sport Centre.
A police constable has been charged over the fatal shooting of Latoya “Buju” Bulgin in Granville, while separate police and Integrity Commission matters span St. Andrew, St. Catherine, Trelawny and Manchester.
Manchester, Jamaica – Marvin Dean and Dudley Powell, the two men charged with a string of charges including uttering forged documents were granted bail in the Manchester Parish Court on Wednesday. Dean, a decommissioned justice of the peace (JP) was offered bail in the sum of $600,000 while Powell, a current JP, was granted bail in the sum of $400,000 when they both appeared before Judge Monique Harrison
Peter Bunting MP, Opposition Spokesman on Productivity Opposition Spokesperson on Productivity, Efficiency and Competitiveness Peter Bunting made his contribution to the Sectoral Debate today and bemoaned Jamaica’s woeful productivity rate. Below is his full presentation : Salutations: Thank Leader & Colleagues, Family & Friends, Personal Support Team, Councillors and Constituency Executive, and last but not least, the proud citizens of Southern Manchester
Peter Bunting says Jamaica’s short-term rental operators are being unfairly taxed while large hotel investors continue to receive major incentives. He argues tourism policy should help Jamaicans own more of the sector.
The House of Representatives resumed on June 3, 2026, with sectoral debate contributions from Desmond McKenzie, Peter Bunting and Zelica Jess, alongside routine parliamentary business.
Jamaica is moving to strengthen cybersecurity after millions of attempted attacks, while commuters face higher taxi fares and regional officials prepare for energy, hurricane and health risks.
Jamaica's public passenger vehicle fares rose by 8 per cent on June 2, with another 8 per cent due in July. Transport Minister Daryl Vaz warned operators not to overcharge passengers.
