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20 years for Silvera
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20 years for Silvera
Former MP to spend at least 13 years behind bars for killing wife
March 6, 2026
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Former People’s National Party (PNP) Member of Parliament Jolyan Silvera has been sentenced to 20 years and 10 months in prison fo...
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Champagnie appeals for leniency in Silvera’s sentencing
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Champagnie appeals for leniency in Silvera’s sentencing
BY JASON CROSS Observer staff reporter crossj@jamaicaobserver.com 
March 6, 2026
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Defence attorney Peter Champagnie on Friday sought leniency for his client Jolyan Silvera during the former Member of Parliament’s...
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Westmoreland burn victim succumbs to injuries
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Westmoreland burn victim succumbs to injuries
March 6, 2026
KINGSTON, Jamaica —  Observer Online  understands that Dacia Forrester, the woman who was set ablaze during a confrontation at a gas station in Whitho...
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From vows to verdict
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From vows to verdict
Former MP Jolyan Silvera faces up to life in prison for killing his wife
Jason Cross | Reporter 
March 6, 2026
IT began with a fairy-tale wedding on December 12, 2015 at the storied St Andrew Parish Church as the public was invited into the lives of then People...
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Parents grieve son’s death in school incident
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Parents grieve son’s death in school incident
Jason Cross | Reporter 
March 6, 2026
The pain of losing her 16-year-old son was just too much for Kashema Smith. “Woi, Jesus, woi. A better him did stay with me,” she wailed at the house ...
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6 events, 4 days
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6 events, 4 days
Vacae Weekend promises epic Easter party run
Shereita Grizzle | Observer Staff Reporter 
March 6, 2026
The 2026 Easter holiday weekend is set to arrive with a serious pulse as Vacae Weekend rolls into the spotlight April 3-6. Promising four days of non-...
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WAR WATCH: OIL SURGE RATTLES CARIBBEAN OUTLOOK
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WAR WATCH: OIL SURGE RATTLES CARIBBEAN OUTLOOK
CDB says conflict highlights region’s vulnerability and urgency of energy transition
Karena Bennett | Senior Business Reporter | bennettk@jamaicaobserver.com 
March 6, 2026
Escalating tensions between the United States and Iran are emerging as a new external risk for Caribbean economies, with regional officials warning th...
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BRING BACK CHRIS!
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BRING BACK CHRIS!
Club executives call for Williams’ return to PFJL leadership
BY PAUL A REID Observer writer reidp@jamaicaobserver.com 
March 6, 2026
Chairman of Montego Bay United Johann “Yoni” Epstein has called for the return of Christopher Williams as head of Professional Football Jamaica Limite...
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CAC urges consumer caution in online shopping
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CAC urges consumer caution in online shopping
March 6, 2026
KINGSTON, Jamaica—The Consumer Affairs Commission (CAC) is urging consumers to exercise heightened caution when purchasing goods, particularly online,...
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Three former US presidents gather for Jesse Jackson memorial
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Three former US presidents gather for Jesse Jackson memorial
March 6, 2026
CHICAGO, United States (AFP)—Three former US presidents gathered at a public memorial service for civil rights leader Jesse Jackson on Friday, marking...
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Cordell Williams receives Global Award for entrepreneurial leadership
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Cordell Williams receives Global Award for entrepreneurial leadership
March 6, 2026
KINGSTON, Jamaica—Cordell Williams, president of the Youth Entrepreneurs Association of Jamaica (YEA), has received a Global Award for Entrepreneurial...
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US legislator welcomes Jamaica’s decision to end Cuban health programme
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US legislator welcomes Jamaica’s decision to end Cuban health programme
March 6, 2026
WASHINGTON, United States (CMC) – A United States (US) legislator, who last month had been critical of Jamaica over its statement on Cuba, is now supp...
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Mexico unveils 100,000-strong security deployment for World Cup
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Mexico unveils 100,000-strong security deployment for World Cup
March 6, 2026
ZAPOPAN, Mexico (AFP)—Mexico said Friday it would deploy nearly 100,000 security personnel to protect fans at the football World Cup in three host cit...
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Trump says only ‘unconditional surrender’ of Iran will end war
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Trump says only ‘unconditional surrender’ of Iran will end war
March 6, 2026
WASHINGTON, United States (AFP)—United States (US) President Donald Trump on Friday demanded Iran's "unconditional surrender" as the only acceptable o...
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February 28, 2026
The award-winning Jamaica Food & Drink Festival returns to Kingston from Thursday, March 5 to Sunday, March 8, 2026, following last November’s postpon...
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Westmoreland burn victim succumbs to injuries
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Westmoreland burn victim succumbs to injuries
March 6, 2026
KINGSTON, Jamaica —  Observer Online  understands that Dacia Forrester, the woman who was set ablaze during a confrontation at a gas station in Whitho...
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20 years for Silvera
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20 years for Silvera
Former MP to spend at least 13 years behind bars for killing wife
March 6, 2026
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Former People’s National Party (PNP) Member of Parliament Jolyan Silvera has been sentenced to 20 years and 10 months in prison fo...
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Campion’s Class of ’90 donates $700,000 to school’s mental wellness initiatives
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Campion’s Class of ’90 donates $700,000 to school’s mental wellness initiatives
March 6, 2026
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Campion College Class of 1990 has donated $700,000 to its alma mater in support of mental wellness initiatives for current student...
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Champagnie appeals for leniency in Silvera’s sentencing
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Champagnie appeals for leniency in Silvera’s sentencing
BY JASON CROSS Observer staff reporter crossj@jamaicaobserver.com 
March 6, 2026
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Defence attorney Peter Champagnie on Friday sought leniency for his client Jolyan Silvera during the former Member of Parliament’s...
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JPS brings vital services to Beeston Spring residents through Community Connect Fair
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JPS brings vital services to Beeston Spring residents through Community Connect Fair
March 6, 2026
KINGSTON, Jamaica — As the restoration of electricity continues in communities in western parishes heavily impacted by Hurricane Melissa, Jamaica Publ...
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Mount Pleasant lament US visa woes ahead of LA Galaxy clash
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Mount Pleasant lament US visa woes ahead of LA Galaxy clash
March 6, 2026
Mount Pleasant FA think they have been dealt an unfair blow as they will have to travel to Los Angeles, California, next week, to take on United State...
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BRING BACK CHRIS!
Football, Sports
BRING BACK CHRIS!
Club executives call for Williams’ return to PFJL leadership
BY PAUL A REID Observer writer reidp@jamaicaobserver.com 
March 6, 2026
Chairman of Montego Bay United Johann “Yoni” Epstein has called for the return of Christopher Williams as head of Professional Football Jamaica Limite...
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Parsard pleased with We Jammin’s season debut despite loss
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Parsard pleased with We Jammin’s season debut despite loss
March 6, 2026
We Jammin (Bern Identity – Jammin), the champion two-year-old from last season, made a solid season debut in a Restricted Stakes race on Sunday, March...
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Manoletti Majestic shines in impressive debut win
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Manoletti Majestic shines in impressive debut win
Ruddy Allen | Sports Writer 
March 6, 2026
Despite a shaky start, Manoletti Majestic’s debut win on Sunday, March 1, 2026, has trainer Peter-John Parsard feeling optimistic about the colt’s cha...
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Roshaune Lewis breaks through
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Roshaune Lewis breaks through
… jockey wins first career race, beating brother Reyan
Ruddy Allen | Sports Writer 
March 6, 2026
Apprentice jockey Roshaune Lewis finally broke through on Sunday, March 1, 2026, capturing his first career win after over a year of perseverance. In ...
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Jamaican defectors to make US$300k after allegiance switch to Turkey
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ISTANBUL, Turkey (AFP) — Turkey says it is offering long-term financial support to recruit Jamaican and Kenyan track and field stars with the aim of w...
March 5, 2026
Winston Jones High student breaks barriers with excellence: Jaydon Morgan shines in housekeeping
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Winston Jones High student breaks barriers with excellence: Jaydon Morgan shines in housekeeping
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MANCHESTER, Jamaica — Among the many students demonstrating commitment to their craft at Winston Jones High School is fifth-form student Jaydon Morgan...
March 3, 2026
Results from Jamaica’s offshore oil survey to become available within next three months — Vaz
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Results from Jamaica’s offshore oil survey to become available within next three months — Vaz
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KINGSTON, Jamaica — Energy Minister Daryl Vaz says results from the surface geochemical survey conducted by United Oil and Gas offshore Jamaica are ex...
March 4, 2026
Jamaica hold off Puerto Rico 1-0 to advance to Concacaf Boyz U20
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Jamaica hold off Puerto Rico 1-0 to advance to Concacaf Boyz U20
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KINGSTON, Jamaica — Jamaica qualified for the 2026 Concacaf Under-20 Boys Championships after edging Puerto Rico 1-0 in their Qualifiers - Round 1 Gro...
March 3, 2026
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March 4, 2026
Westmoreland burn victim succumbs to injuries
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Westmoreland burn victim succumbs to injuries
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March 6, 2026
Ocho Rios High victim and alleged attacker were recent transfers to institution — principal
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Ocho Rios High victim and alleged attacker were recent transfers to institution — principal
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ST ANN, Jamaica — Principal of Ocho Rios High School, Marvin Clowson, revealed that both students involved in a fatal altercation on the school ground...
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Chester Creek housing development launched in Portmore
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ST CATHERINE, Jamaica — West Indies Home Contractors Limited (WIHCON) officially launched its newest residential development, Chester Creek, on Tuesda...
March 4, 2026
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