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KINGSTON, Jamaica – Repair work underway at a section of Spanish Town Road in the vicinity of the Sandy Gully Bridge could result in traffic delays. T...
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FTC says ride-hailing ban failed
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SAGICOR MERGES CARIBBEAN UNITS INTO NEW US$6.9B ENTITY
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KINGSTON, Jamaica – Excelsior High and Jamaica College (JC) marched into the final of the ISSA Wata Manning Cup with convincing semi-final wins over E...
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Gov’t not rushing to fly the gate for live bird imports amid avian flu
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BY DANA MALCOLM Observer online reporter malcolmd@jamaicaobserver.com 
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KINGSTON, Jamaica — The complete restoration of the country’s poultry industry post Hurricane Melissa will take some time as the Government prioritise...
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Toll of up to $1,400 proposed for May Pen to Williamsfield leg of highway
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KINGSTON, Jamaica — The Ministry of Transport has revealed the proposed tolls for the Williamsfield to May Pen leg of Highway 2000, with the highest c...
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JAAA hails Riley’s appointment to World Athletics Coaches’ Commission
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No ban on parties
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December 15, 2025
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December 15, 2025
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December 15, 2025
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FTC says ride-hailing ban failed
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