Subscribe Login
Jamaica Observer
ePaper
The Edge 105 FM Radio Fyah 105 FM
Jamaica Observer
ePaper
The Edge 105 FM Radio Fyah 105 FM
    • Home
    • News
      • Latest News
      • Cartoon
      • International News
      • Central
      • North & East
      • Western
      • Environment
      • Health
      • #
    • Business
      • Social Love
    • Sports
      • Football
      • Basketball
      • Cricket
      • Horse Racing
      • World Champs
      • Commonwealth Games
      • FIFA World Cup 2022
      • Olympics
      • #
    • Entertainment
      • Music
      • Movies
      • Art & Culture
      • Bookends
      • #
    • Lifestyle
      • Page2
      • Food
      • Tuesday Style
      • Food Awards
      • JOL Takes Style Out
      • Design Week JA
      • Black Friday
      • #
    • All Woman
      • Home
      • Relationships
      • Features
      • Fashion
      • Fitness
      • Rights
      • Parenting
      • Advice
      • #
    • Obituaries
    • Classifieds
      • Employment
      • Property
      • Motor Vehicles
      • Place an Ad
      • Obituaries
    • More
      • Games
      • Elections
      • Jobs & Careers
      • Study Centre
      • Jnr Study Centre
      • Letters
      • Columns
      • Advertorial
      • Editorial
      • Supplements
      • Webinars
    • Home
    • News
      • Latest News
      • Cartoon
      • International News
      • Central
      • North & East
      • Western
      • Environment
      • Health
      • #
    • Business
      • Social Love
    • Sports
      • Football
      • Basketball
      • Cricket
      • Horse Racing
      • World Champs
      • Commonwealth Games
      • FIFA World Cup 2022
      • Olympics
      • #
    • Entertainment
      • Music
      • Movies
      • Art & Culture
      • Bookends
      • #
    • Lifestyle
      • Page2
      • Food
      • Tuesday Style
      • Food Awards
      • JOL Takes Style Out
      • Design Week JA
      • Black Friday
      • #
    • All Woman
      • Home
      • Relationships
      • Features
      • Fashion
      • Fitness
      • Rights
      • Parenting
      • Advice
      • #
    • Obituaries
    • Classifieds
      • Employment
      • Property
      • Motor Vehicles
      • Place an Ad
      • Obituaries
    • More
      • Games
      • Elections
      • Jobs & Careers
      • Study Centre
      • Jnr Study Centre
      • Letters
      • Columns
      • Advertorial
      • Editorial
      • Supplements
      • Webinars
  • Home
  • News
    • International News
  • Latest
  • Business
  • Cartoon
  • Games
  • Food Awards
  • Health
  • Entertainment
    • Bookends
  • Regional
  • Sports
    • Sports
    • World Cup
    • World Champs
    • Olympics
  • All Woman
  • Career & Education
  • Environment
  • Webinars
  • More
    • Football
    • Elections
    • Letters
    • Advertorial
    • Columns
    • Editorial
    • Supplements
  • Epaper
  • Classifieds
  • Design Week
Small clique, big damage
News
Small clique, big damage
Vaz says utility vandalism targeted, not widespread
BY JEROME WILLIAMS Observer staff reporter williamsj@jamaicaobserver.com 
December 15 12:30 AM
Small clique, big damage
{"xml":"xml"}{"jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}
UDC to lead Black River clean-up — Holness
News
UDC to lead Black River clean-up — Holness
December 15 12:28 AM
UDC to lead Black River clean-up — Holness
{"xml":"xml"}{"jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}
Mona continue Walker Cup defence against Hydel
Latest News, ...
Mona continue Walker Cup defence against Hydel
December 15 12:26 AM
Mona High once again put their ISSA Walker Cup title on the line when they face Hydel High in the curtain raiser at 2:00 pm before many-times winners ...
{"jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}
Media mourns passing of RJRGleaner CEO Anthony Smith
News
Media mourns passing of RJRGleaner CEO Anthony Smith
December 15 12:26 AM
Media mourns passing of RJRGleaner CEO Anthony Smith
{"xml":"xml"}{"jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}
Not arrogance, just passion
News
Not arrogance, just passion
Vaz rejects claims Gov’t shrugging off criticism, says focus is fighting misinformation
BY JEROME WILLIAMS Observer staff reporter williamsj@jamaicaobserver.com 
December 15 12:24 AM
Not arrogance, just passion
{"xml":"xml"}{"jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}
Big repair price tag
News
Big repair price tag
Morgan explains why fixing roads at night isn’t so simple
BY JEROME WILLIAMS Observer staff reporter williamsj@jamaicaobserver.com 
December 15 12:22 AM
Big repair price tag
{"xml":"xml"}{"jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}
‘A deep horror hit me’
News
‘A deep horror hit me’
Melissa’s savagery stuns Jamaican lineman back home on voluntary mission to help restore electricity
BY ALICIA DUNKLEY-WILLIS Senior staff reporter dunkleywillisa@jamaicaobserver.com 
December 15 12:20 AM
‘A deep horror hit me’
{"xml":"xml"}{"jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}
‘One of the worst things to ever happen’
News
‘One of the worst things to ever happen’
81-year-old tearfully recalls surviving Hurricane Melissa
BY JASON CROSS Observer staff reporter crossj@jamaicaobserver.com 
December 15 12:19 AM
‘One of the worst things to ever happen’
{"xml":"xml"}{"jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}
❮ ❯

JLP

JLP chides PNP objection to JPS US$150 million loan
Latest News, News
JLP chides PNP objection to JPS US$150 million loan
December 11, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica—The governing Jamaica Labour Party (JLP) is criticising the Opposition People's National Party (PNP) for what it described as a “ton...
{"jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}
JLP Central Executive to discuss intensifying Hurricane recovery efforts
Latest News, News
JLP Central Executive to discuss intensifying Hurricane recovery efforts
December 7, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica — A meeting of the Jamaica Labour Party's (JLP) Central Executive is set to get underway in St Andrew on Sunday morning with discuss...
{"jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}
Cemex funds transfer to JLP still questionable, says PNP after Carib Cement ‘clarification’
Latest News, News
Cemex funds transfer to JLP still questionable, says PNP after Carib Cement ‘clarification’
October 24, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica — General Secretary of the People’s National Party (PNP), Dr Dayton Campbell, says while he welcomes Caribbean Cement Company Limite...
{"jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}
Carib Cement says ‘contributions’ made to both JLP and PNP, no ‘fees’ paid
Latest News, News
Carib Cement says ‘contributions’ made to both JLP and PNP, no ‘fees’ paid
October 23, 2025
Caribbean Cement Company Limited says it has made voluntary contributions to both major political parties in Jamaica, adding that it has not paid “fee...
{"jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}
PNP calls on JLP to clarify reported US$201,500 payment from Cemex
Latest News, News
PNP calls on JLP to clarify reported US$201,500 payment from Cemex
October 23, 2025
The People’s National Party (PNP) is calling on the Jamaica Labour Party (JLP) to urgently clarify reports surrounding a payment to the JLP of US$201,...
Telegram
{"jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}
PNP calls for fair prosecution of Mayor Norman Scott in assault case
Latest News, News
PNP calls for fair prosecution of Mayor Norman Scott in assault case
October 18, 2025
The People’s National Party (PNP) has called for a fair and just prosecution of Mayor Norman Scott, who is before the court facing assault charges in ...
Telegram
{"jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}
Young Jamaica dismisses PNP concerns over ‘leaked’ IC reports
Latest News, News
Young Jamaica dismisses PNP concerns over ‘leaked’ IC reports
October 9, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Young Jamaica, the youth arm of the Jamaica Labour Party (JLP), has pushed back at concerns raised by the People's National Party ...
Telegram
{"jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}
JLP denounces ‘hypocritical’ PNP stance on interdiction of medical doctor
Latest News, News
JLP denounces ‘hypocritical’ PNP stance on interdiction of medical doctor
October 2, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica — The Jamaica Labour Party’s (JLP) Marlon Morgan is calling on the People’s National Party (PNP) to refrain from “selectively champi...
Telegram
{"jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}
In pictures: Smiles and pride as legislators take up positions in Parliament
Latest News, News
In pictures: Smiles and pride as legislators take up positions in Parliament
September 18, 2025
Sixty-three Members of Parliament (MPs) and 21 senators took their seats in the Houses of Parliament on Thursday as legislators were sworn-in for the ...
Telegram
{"jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}
Juliet Holness returns as Speaker of the House
Latest News, News
Juliet Holness returns as Speaker of the House
September 18, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Member of Parliament for St Andrew East Rural, Juliet Holness, was reappointed as the Speaker of the House of Representatives duri...
Telegram
{"jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}
JLP rejects PNP’s ‘strong-arm’ tactics on House Speaker appointment
Latest News, News
JLP rejects PNP’s ‘strong-arm’ tactics on House Speaker appointment
September 18, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica — The governing Jamaica Labour Party (JLP) has dismissed what it calls an attempt by the Opposition People’s National Party (PNP) to...
Telegram
{"jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}
‘We have an impeccable record’ says Don Anderson after polling attacked during election campaign
Elections, Latest News, News
‘We have an impeccable record’ says Don Anderson after polling attacked during election campaign
September 17, 2025
Noted pollster Don Anderson has stoutly defended his poll results dating back to the 2002 general election, declaring that he is proud of the work of ...
Telegram
{"jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}
Grange calls on PNP to indicate what action it will take against Norman Scott
Latest News, News
Grange calls on PNP to indicate what action it will take against Norman Scott
September 14, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica— Member of Parliament for St Catherine Central, Olivia Grange, is calling on the Opposition People’s National Party (PNP) to indicat...
Telegram
{"jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}
Holness to meet with Governor-General ahead of swearing-in of new gov’t
Latest News, News
Holness to meet with Governor-General ahead of swearing-in of new gov’t
September 9, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica – Prime Minister Dr Andrew Holness is to meet with Governor-General Sir Patrick Allen on Wednesday as state protocols are being acti...
Telegram
{"jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}
JLP slams ‘political mischief’ amid PNP election concerns
Elections, Latest News, News
JLP slams ‘political mischief’ amid PNP election concerns
September 6, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Jamaica Labour Party (JLP) Spokesperson Kamina Johnson Smith has hit out at a recent statement from the People's National Party (P...
Telegram
{"elections":"Elections", "jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}
Victory is for Don, says Fitz-Henley as he praises late former Senate colleague
Elections, Latest News, News
Victory is for Don, says Fitz-Henley as he praises late former Senate colleague
September 6, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Chairman of the Jamaica Labour Party (JLP) Communication Taskforce, Abka Fitz-Henley, has hailed the contribution of former senato...
Telegram
{"elections":"Elections", "jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}
JFJ congratulates JLP on election win, calls for bold action on justice and governance
Elections, Latest News, News
JFJ congratulates JLP on election win, calls for bold action on justice and governance
September 5, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica—Jamaicans for Justice (JFJ) is extending congratulations to the Jamaica Labour Party (JLP) and its leader Andrew Holness, on their v...
Telegram
{"elections":"Elections", "jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}
Government dynamics could shift with Opposition boost, says Professor Waller
Elections, Latest News, News
Government dynamics could shift with Opposition boost, says Professor Waller
September 4, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica — With the Opposition People’s National Party (PNP) securing 29 seats in the 2025 General Election, Dr Lloyd Waller, professor of di...
Telegram
{"elections":"Elections", "jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}
Morris Dixon says JLP executed a clean political campaign
Elections, Latest News, News
Morris Dixon says JLP executed a clean political campaign
September 4, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica — The Jamaica Labour Party’s (JLP) Dana Morris Dixon says the party, under Prime Minister Andrew Holness’ direction, executed a clea...
Telegram
{"elections":"Elections", "jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}
Portland Eastern, Kingston Central among seats that JLP will be ‘looking at closely’ in official count
Elections, Latest News, News
Portland Eastern, Kingston Central among seats that JLP will be ‘looking at closely’ in official count
September 4, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica — While it is confident that it has retained the 34 constituencies awarded to it on election night, after the preliminary count, the...
Telegram
{"elections":"Elections", "jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}
General Elections: Golding concedes defeat
Elections, Latest News, News
General Elections: Golding concedes defeat
September 3, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica — People’s National Party (PNP) President, Mark Golding has officially conceded the 2025 General Election to the Jamaica Labour Part...
Telegram
{"elections":"Elections", "jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}
General Elections: Holness retains St Andrew West Central seat
Elections, Latest News, News
General Elections: Holness retains St Andrew West Central seat
September 3, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica — The Jamaica Labour Party’s (JLP) Andrew Holness has retained the St Andrew West Central seat in the 2025 General Election, based o...
Telegram
{"elections":"Elections", "jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}
Facebook
Twitter
Instagram
Tweets

Polls

Recent Posts

Small clique, big damage
News
Small clique, big damage
Vaz says utility vandalism targeted, not widespread
BY JEROME WILLIAMS Observer staff reporter williamsj@jamaicaobserver.com 
December 15, 2025
Small clique, big damage
{"xml":"xml"}{"jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}
UDC to lead Black River clean-up — Holness
News
UDC to lead Black River clean-up — Holness
December 15, 2025
UDC to lead Black River clean-up — Holness
{"xml":"xml"}{"jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}
Mona continue Walker Cup defence against Hydel
Latest News, ...
Mona continue Walker Cup defence against Hydel
December 15, 2025
Mona High once again put their ISSA Walker Cup title on the line when they face Hydel High in the curtain raiser at 2:00 pm before many-times winners ...
{"jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}
Media mourns passing of RJRGleaner CEO Anthony Smith
News
Media mourns passing of RJRGleaner CEO Anthony Smith
December 15, 2025
Media mourns passing of RJRGleaner CEO Anthony Smith
{"xml":"xml"}{"jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}
Not arrogance, just passion
News
Not arrogance, just passion
Vaz rejects claims Gov’t shrugging off criticism, says focus is fighting misinformation
BY JEROME WILLIAMS Observer staff reporter williamsj@jamaicaobserver.com 
December 15, 2025
Not arrogance, just passion
{"xml":"xml"}{"jamaica-observer":"Jamaica Observer"}

Archives

Logo Jamaica Observer
Breaking news from the premier Jamaican newspaper, the Jamaica Observer. Follow Jamaican news online for free and stay informed on what's happening in the Caribbean
Featured Tags
  • Editorial
  • Columns
  • Health
  • Auto
  • Business
  • Letters
  • Page2
  • Football
Categories
  • Business
  • Politics
  • Entertainment
  • Page2
  • Business
  • Politics
  • Entertainment
  • Page2
Ads
img
Jamaica Observer, © All Rights Reserved
  • Home
  • Contact Us
  • RSS Feeds
  • Feedback
  • Privacy Policy
  • Editorial Code of Conduct