A heated argument in Admiral Town reportedly took a dangerous turn on Tuesday morning, ending with a man being charged after he allegedly returned to the community armed with a firearm. Forty two year old Romeo Dixon, otherwise called 'Mad Head.....

What began as a major setback for a group of volunteers in Canada has ended on a hopeful note, after a shipping container packed with hurricane relief supplies for Jamaica, stolen earlier this month, was recovered, restocked and sent to the island....

A day of recreation at the popular Caymanas Mineral Spa ended in tragedy on Tuesday when a six year old boy reportedly got into difficulties while swimming and drowned. The child has been identified as Josia Lewis of Tivoli Gardens in Kingston......

Police are searching for those responsible for the fatal shooting of a 56-year-old taxi operator in Bowers District in St Catherine this morning. Rudolph 'Rusty' Francis of the parish. Reports are that explosions were heard about 12:40 a.m.,...

St Thomas native Hakim Bond said he has received a huge blessing for the new year in the form of a prosthetic leg. In a recent interview with THE STAR, the diabetic said he is now steadily regaining his independence after losing his left leg to......

As Jamaicans displaced by Hurricane Melissa scramble for housing, a legal expert is warning that desperation is fuelling a surge in rental scams. Attorney Christopher Townsend says the growing number of complaints reflects what he describes as......

The Firearms and Narcotics Investigation Division (FNID) conducted four operations between December 22 and 26. resulting in the arrest of six individuals and the seizure of several kilograms of cocaine. This has officially pushed the total value.....

When Hurricane Melissa swept across the island in October, it not only tore roofs from classrooms, fractured benches, and soaked uniforms beyond repair, it caused some displacement of students. That fact has raised fears that some of these...

Highlights from the Stone Love 53rd anniversary party held at D'Lux Entertainment Complex, Cross Roads, St Andrew last Saturday.

An investigation by the St Catherine North police has led to the arrest and charging of a man who was allegedly caught on camera molesting his stepdaughter. The 30 year old accused has been charged with child pornography and sexual touching....

The Jamaica Football Federation has expressed deep sadness at the sudden death of respected sports journalist and broadcaster Donald Oliver, describing him as an erudite commentator who made a significant contribution to sports broadcasting in...

NASSAU, Bahamas, CMC - Four men, including a Jamaican national, have been denied bail and will return to court on April 16, on charges of attempting to smuggle cocaine and marijuana into The Bahamas, The prosecution alleges that Bahamian...

Commissioner of Police, Dr Kevin Blake, is urging members of the public,particularly those engaged in criminal activities, to comply with the police instructions. Blake acknowledged that this year there has been considerable public discussion...

Hundreds of worshippers across St Elizabeth will ring in the New Year without the traditional Watch Night church services, as hurricane-damaged sanctuaries, lingering power outages and unsafe night-time conditions force most churches to stay...

Principal Marva Smith-McKinnon is voicing her concerns that Merrywood Primary School in St Elizabeth could soon shut its doors, as falling birth rates, joblessness and the dying rural community for which it is named leave fewer children to fill......

The Firearm Licensing Authority (FLA) is warning licensed firearm holders about using their weapons for gun salutes, as they can be easily traced by the entity. The warning follows a public advisory issued by the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF).....

Hurricane Melissa has left hundreds of families in St Elizabeth struggling in unsafe and damaged homes, prompting the Government to urgently divert millions to repair and rewire houses before electricity is fully restored. Speaking at the launch.....

As passenger traffic increases during the busy holiday travel period, the Airports Authority of Jamaica (AAJ) is reminding travellers to remain vigilant and prepared when using the nation's airports. Speaking at a recent JIS Think Tank,...

AP: After the crystal ball drops on New Year's Eve in New York City, it will rise again, sparkling in red, white, and blue to usher in 2026 and kick off months of celebrations for the nation's upcoming 250th birthday. The patriotic touches at...

SALT LAKE CITY (AP): Jeffrey R. Holland, a high-ranking official in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, who was next in line to become the faith's president, has died. He was 85. Holland died early Saturday morning from complications....