Psychologist Dr. Lea Kim Samage urged emotional support for fathers on Father’s Day, while opposition figures pressed governance issues linked to an integrity report on Dr. Andrew Wheatley and third-country national deportations.
Gunmen killed two people in Portmore early Sunday, a St. Catherine judge threw out a rape case, an opposition MP pressed for working courts and challenged a US migrant deal, civil servants warned of disruption, and new vehicle customs rules start Monday.
Members of the Jamaica Constabulary Force and their children shared reflections on fatherhood, sacrifice, and family bonds in a Father's Day feature honouring dads and father figures nationwide.
Sanjae Seymour controlled the boys under-20 200 metres semi-final at the JAAA/PUMA National Championships, clocking 21.57 to seal automatic qualification while Nathaniel Martin followed in 21.77.
Hannah Dixon, a Positive Jamaica Foundation beneficiary, is appealing for help to afford rituximab after a medical flare-up. Ricardo, who served ten and a half years for killing a schoolmate, urges young people not to glorify incarceration.
Over 45 of the island’s leaders in politics, civil society and private sector are now rehearsing in readiness for the fundraising Powerful Women and Men Perform for Charity on Sunday, June 21 at 7 p.m. at the Jamaica College Auditorium
Old Causeway Bridge Portmore, Kingston, Jamaica The Government is moving decisively to modernise Jamaica’s bridge network, with the Accelerated Bridge Programme now advancing towards implementation. The programme is set to deliver 55 bridges across the island, including seven emergency bridge structures to address urgent connectivity needs
Prolific Manchester City Women striker Khadija ‘Bunny’ Shaw celebrates after scoring against Liverpool Women at the Prenton Park stadium in England on Saturday, March 30, 2024. (Photo: X.com @ManCityWomen) There is a dangerous habit that nations develop when excellence becomes routine
Police fatally shot an armed man in Thornton, St Elizabeth, while separate incidents in Mandeville, Clarendon, St Catherine, Portland, and St Andrew drew fresh charges, warnings, and calls for justice.
A Jamaica Information Service Father's Day programme examined what mature manhood and engaged fatherhood mean in Jamaican society, with guidance from health official Allan Carter and reflections from families islandwide.
A Father's Day feature brings together Jamaican children and fathers to describe what the bond means, from everyday outings and school runs to life lessons, laughter on the road, and tributes to dads who have died.
The Holness administration is under fire over a little-publicised agreement to host United States deportees in transit, while opposition and rights groups demand Minister Andrew Wheatley's removal after corruption charges were recommended. Two Jamaican farm workers also died in an Ontario road crash.
Jamaica College sprinter Kai Kelly won his boys under-18 100 metres semifinal in 10.65 seconds on Day 2 of the JAAA/PUMA National Junior and Senior Championships, leading Michael Graham and Byron Walker into the final.
Malia Duncan won the first under-18 girls 100-metre semifinal at the JAAA/PUMA National Junior and Senior Championships, while Clarendon College teammates Tishanna Sutherland and Tenequa Moulton secured final spots in the second semi on Day 2.
Nirohn Wade of Kingston College won the first boys under-20 100 metres semi-final at the JAAA/PUMA National Junior and Senior Championships in 10.62 seconds, with James Harrison and Nathaniel Martin also securing automatic final spots.
Andrew Wheatley, Minister Without Portfolio in the Office of the Prime Minister, responsible for science, technology, and special projects Cabinet member and MP for South Central, St Catherine, Dr Andrew Wheatley must remove himself from the Cabinet and focus on clearing his name. For him to remain and tough it out only embarrasses his friend, the Prime Minister Andrew Holness and lessens the credibility of the Government
Police have charged a St. Mary man over a Main Street crash that killed Claude Thorpe in Ocho Rios, while Kingston officers held an 18-year-old linked to firearm incidents, a Clarendon assault case moved to mediation, and Mark Golding and Jamaicans for Justice addressed Integrity Commission and migration concerns.
Robert Nesta Morgan, Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation with the responsibility for Works The Government is accelerating major urban infrastructure improvements under its Capital Expenditure (CAPEX) Programme, with approximately $3.4 billion in planned investments aimed at easing traffic congestion, improving utility infrastructure, and supporting future growth. Minister with responsibility for Works, Hon
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Kenyan St. Jago athlete Ryan Archao dominated the boys under-20 1500 metres final at the JAAA/PUMA National Junior and Senior Championships, finishing in 3:59.44 ahead of Shavon Kenyon and Odain Davidson.
The under-20 girls discus final at the National Stadium drew a strong field on Day 1 of the JAAA/PUMA National Junior and Senior Championships, with Champs winners and national-record pace shaping early throws.
Kai Kelly of Jamaica College clocked 10.85 seconds to take heat one of the boys under-18 100 metres on day one of the JAAA/PUMA National Junior and Senior Championships, with Anthony Rochester also advancing.
Government accounts clash over who first proposed Jamaica's deal to receive up to 25 removed third-country nationals every two weeks, while the Island Traffic Authority reports 101 road fatalities so far in 2026.
Akim Thomas was granted bail in a St Catherine fraud case, while police operations in Stony Hill and Spanish Town yielded a homemade gun and ammunition. The Acadia Drive murder trial also heard fresh ballistic evidence.
The ODPM and JICA are strengthening Jamaica’s emergency communications and early-warning systems as Information Minister Dana Morris Dixon explains caps on a US third-country nationals transit arrangement and the government continues promoting electric vehicle adoption.
At least four homes were torn down in Valley Manor, Mount Olive, St. Ann, despite an active court case over the 300-acre site. Residents want answers as the St. Ann Municipal Corporation halts further demolition.
National Security Minister Dr Chang and the Opposition clash over who opened Jamaica's third-country nationals arrangement, while police investigate killings, a torso find, a gun seizure, and a major refund fraud.
The PNP Diaspora Region wants Prime Minister Andrew Holness to dismiss Dr Andrew Wheatley from Cabinet after an Integrity Commission report and a prosecutor’s recommendation that he face charges including illicit enrichment.
A US$15.5 million mixed-use complex on Lady Musgrave Road has opened as Kingston's new lifestyle strip, bringing wellness, dining, entertainment and healthcare under one roof after two years of construction.
Information Minister Dana Morris Dixon says Washington approached Jamaica about the third country nationals programme, not the reverse. The government also reported progress on land titles, drainage, cement supply, special needs education and Grade 6 PEP results.
Information Minister Dana Morris Dixon says the United States initiated Jamaica's third country nationals arrangement. The same briefing cycle covers new land titles in St Andrew, post-Melissa drainage works in St James, cement supply, special needs policy, and PEP results.
The Government is accelerating major urban infrastructure improvements under its Capital Expenditure (CAPEX) Programme, with approximately $3.4 billion in planned investments aimed at easing traffic congestion, improving utility infrastructure, and supporting future growth. Minister with responsibility for Works, Hon
The Government is moving decisively to modernise Jamaica’s bridge network, with the Accelerated Bridge Programme now advancing towards implementation. The programme is set to deliver 55 bridges across the island, including seven emergency bridge structures to address urgent connectivity needs
Shaun Walker was released on $2 million bail after US$270,580 was found hidden in soap boxes at the airport, while investigators said they have made no breakthrough in the death of Faneta Johnson in Negril. The opposition also pressed Prime Minister Andrew Holness to remove Dr. Andrew Wheatley from cabinet over an Integrity Commission probe.
Sixteen Qahal Yahweh members walked free from the St James Parish Court after a judge upheld a no-case submission in child endangerment proceedings tied to 2023 police raids at the group's Montego Bay compound.
Jamaica College sprinter Kai Kelly led the opening boys under-18 100 metres heat at the JAAA/PUMA National Junior and Senior Championships, clocking 10.85 to advance toward the semi-final round.
World Cup Noise Dispute Ends in Fatal Stabbing in St CatherineBy Mckoy's News / June 19, 2026 Dispute ends in fatal stabbing:A dispute over the volume of a World Cup football matchWorld Cup Noise Dispute Ends in Fatal Stabbing in St Catherine turned deadly in Ewarton, St Catherine, on Wednesday night, leaving one man dead and his uncle in police custody. Dead is 23-year-old Lamar Mullings, an unemployed resident of Bowie Road in Ewarton
St Elizabeth Player Wins $258 Million Super Lotto JackpotBy Mckoy's News / June 19, 2026 St Elizabeth, Jamaica: Super Lotto Jackpot winner – A lucky player in St Elizabeth has won the massive $258 million jackpot after matching all six numbers and the Super Ball in Tuesday night’s draw. The winning numbers were 06, 12, 14, 18, 21 and Super Ball 2
Former national youth coach Donovan Duckie has rejoined Jamaica Premier League side Waterhouse, replacing Javier Einstein who resigned on Tuesday. Duckie left Chapelton Maroons last week to take up the post.
More than 40 residents of Ackee Walk and Jackson Town in St. Andrew North Western have received titles for their land following a Government-led regularisation exercise
Two Jamaican Farm Workers Killed in Ontario Crash While on Seasonal Work ProgrammeBy Mckoy's News / June 19, 2026 Two Jamaican Farm Workers Killed: Two Jamaican farm workers have died following a motor vehicle crash in Ontario, Canada. The victims were identified as David Lindsay of Lawrence Tavern, St
Jamaica FIRE BRIGADE TO IMPLEMENT FIRST-WORLD COMMUNCATIONS SYSTEM TO CUT RESPONSE TIMES TO FIRE CALLS Posted on June 19, 2026June 19, 2026 Jamaicans are shortly to benefit from the operations of the Jamaica Fire Brigade’s new Emergency Communication Centre, which is a telecommunications-driven project designed to significantly reduce firefighters’ responses to fire emergency calls. In making this disclosure during the Sectoral Debate, Portfolio Minister Hon
Works Minister Robert Morgan says the Accelerated Bridge Programme will construct or replace 55 structures, including the hurricane-damaged Black River Bridge in St. Elizabeth, with more than 20 slated for western parishes.
CVM Sunrise on June 19 highlighted sickle cell awareness, an Integrity Commission ruling on Dr. Andrew Wheatley, and the Swimmers Aquatic Long Course Championship set for the National Aquatic Centre.
2025 A N N U A L R E P O R T E P P L E Y L I M I T E D 2 0 2 5 A N N U A L R E P O R T 2 E P P L E Y L I M I T E D Y E A R E N D E D D E C E M B E R 2025 Financial Highlights A M O U N T S I N J $ U N L E S S S T A T E D O T H E R W I S E 2025 2024 Net Profit $1.7 Billion $1.5 Billion Net Profit Attributable to Owners $748 Million $911 Million Dividend Per Share $1.35 $1.33 Equity Attributable to Owners $2.6 Billion $2 Billion Investment Portfolio $21 Billion $20 Billion Debt to Assets 42% 44% ROE Attributable to Owners 32% 53% E P P L E Y L I M I T E D 2 0 2 5 A N N U A L R E P O R T 3 Table of Contents About Eppley 4 Letter to Shareholders 5 Notice of Annual General Meeting 10 Directors 11 Directors' Attendance 14 Shareholders 15 Corporate Data 17 Proxy Form 18 Audited Financial Statements Notice 19 E P P L E Y L I M I T E D 2 0 2 5 A N N U A L R E P O R T 4 About Eppley Eppley Limited is a leading Caribbean investment company headquartered in Kingston, Jamaica. Established in 1973 and listed on the Jamaica Stock Exchange since 2013, the Company invests its own capital and manages capital on behalf of institutional partners across four platforms: a proprietary lending and leasing portfolio, the Eppley Caribbean Property Fund, Caribbean Mezzanine Fund II, and the Capital Infrastructure Group
The Integrity Commission has referred Minister without Portfolio Dr. Andrew Wheatley for possible criminal prosecution over undisclosed assets, while separate negotiations to accept US-deported third-country nationals raise accountability questions.
Rupert Bell and David Lindsay, Jamaican seasonal farm workers, were killed in a Canadian road crash Thursday. Three alleged Ranker Gang members were granted bail, while a St. Andrew security officer faces charges over a missing $2 million ATM deposit.
The Opposition People’s National Party (PNP) has turned up the pressure on Prime Minister Dr Andrew Holness to sack Dr Andrew Wheatley from his Cabinet. Wheatley, minister without portfolio in the Office of the Prime Minister with responsibility for science, technology and special projects, has come under pressure from the Opposition since Wednesday when a report from the Integrity Commission (IC), which was tabled in Parliament, recommended that he face criminal charges for illicit enrichment as a public official
Justice Leighton Pusey released David Henry, Constable Tehneil Francis, and Tevin Henriques after defence lawyers argued prolonged custody was unjustified while prosecution files remain incomplete and trial dates keep slipping.
Fifty-six schools showcased gardens and farm-to-table dishes at José Marty Technical High School on 18 June 2026. Linton Park Primary and Charlton Infant took overall honours as Regions Six and Three led the field.
