- Seven – day curfew begins 9:19 pm
- Not all contacts of COVID-19 patients testing positive, most cases mild — CMO 6:10 pm
- Six new COVID-19 cases in Jamaica; all from Cornpiece, Clarendon 5:51 pm
- Andrew's Memorial Hospital agrees to assist KPH with housing patients 5:35 pm
- Forex: J$134.71 to one US dollar 4:21 pm
- Gas prices down $4.50; diesel up $0.03 4:13 pm
Covid-19
Prepare for psychological fallout, Dr De La Haye warns
Former chief medical officer Dr Winston De La Haye has warned that there will be psychological fallout from the COVID-19 crisis, and suggested that the Government seeks help now to put interventions in place for the expected deluge of depression. Read More
PLCA extends suspension of RSPL
The Premier League Clubs Association (PLCA) has decided to extend the suspension of the Red Stripe Premier League indefinitely, as stakeholders agree to the completion of the league.... Read More
COVID-19 and Darwinism
Let me declare at the outset that, as an evangelical Christian, I am a creationist grounded in the belief of intelligent design of the human species. I am also, by early education and practice, a scientist. That makes room for healthy respect of 19th century English naturalist Charles...... Read More
Test skipper Holder urges fans to stay 'patient and safe'
BRIDGETOWN, Barbados (CMC) — West Indies players took to social media on Monday to brighten the spirits of regional fans and also reassure them of their commitment amidst the challenges posed by the dreaded novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic. ... Read More
Second COVID-19 death, another patient recovers, 38 cases
Jamaica's second COVID-19 death was reported yesterday as the health authorities reported two new positive tests, bringing the number of confirmed cases in the island to 38. Read More
We want to come home!
BY ALICIA DUNKLEY-WILLIS Senior staff reporter dunkleywillisa@jamaicaobserver.com | Wednesday, April, 1 2020
THIRTY-SIX Jamaican students at the Cave Hill, Barbados campus of t he University of the West Indies have appealed to the Government to help get them home. Read More
Buttler auctions World Cup final shirt for hospital appeal
London , United Kingdom (AFP) — England's Jos Buttler is auctioning the shirt he wore in last year's dramatic World Cup final win in support of hospitals treating the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19). Read More
Tax time craze in COVID-19 times
Dear Editor,I am confused about the Government's approach to the issue of 'social distancing' in relation to the tax collectorates. Read More
Sandals Resorts closes amidst COVID-19
THE Caribbean's popular all-inclusive resort chain, Sandals and Beaches Resorts, has announced the temporary closure of its hotels in response to the impacts of the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19). Read More
'NO DEATH SENTENCE'
AFTER hearing about his family's experience while he was in isolation, having tested positive for COVID-19, the man who is Jamaica's first patient to recover from the virus is begging his fellow countrymen not to discriminate against people who contract the disease. Read More
PM: It's not a lockdown
PRIME Minister Andrew Holness made it clear yesterday that Government's seven-day nightly curfew — from 8:00 pm to 6:00 am — starting tonight, is not a lockdown of the country. Read More
Measures in place to protect children in State care
THE Child Protection and Family Services Agency (CPFSA) is reporting that its childcare facilities have put measures in place to ensure that children in State care are protected during the COVID-19 crisis. Read More
Councillor urges vigilance against crime as Covid-19 takes hold
SANTA CRUZ, St Elizabeth — Councillor for the Balaclava Division and former mayor of Black River Everton Fisher (People's National Party) is urging Jamaicans to be “extra vigilant” and to prepare themselves for a surge in crime as the COVID-19 crisis cripples economic... Read More
Govt's curfew order gets strong backing from western Jamaica
MONTEGO BAY, St James — Business lobby groups in western Jamaica are giving Government the thumbs up for the imposition of a curfew running from 8:00 pm to 6:00 am for the next seven days, as part of efforts to stem the spread of the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19). Read More
JUTC expecting revenue loss due to funeral changes
THE Jamaica Urban Transit Company's (JUTC) Chartered Division is expecting a huge revenue loss due to the adjustment of funeral services as a result of the COVID-19 crisis. Read More
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