Comedian Majah Hype took to Instagram to call out fellow comedian and actor Dale Elliot. The post Majah Hype calls out Dale Elliot over gossip claims appeared first on IRIE FM.
Dancehall artist General B is stranded in Florida after his travel documents and other valuables were stolen while attending an event in the Sunshine State. The post General B offers 2000 US dollar reward after documents stolen in Florida appeared first on IRIE FM.
One of the suspects in last Tuesday's mass shooting along Text Lane near Charles Street in Kingston was fatally shot by lawmen during an intelligence-led operation this morning.Joshua Lawrence, otherwise called "southy", was killed along Maiden Street in Kingston 16. The post UPDATE: Suspect in last Tuesday’s mass shooting along Text Lane fatally shot by lawmen in operation this morning appeared first on IRIE FM.
Spokesman on trade, industry and global logistics, Anthony Hylton is urging Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Aubyn Hill and the Holness administration to act decisively on the urgent need to diversify Jamaica's export products and markets. The post Opposition calls for proactive trade policy/strategy that responds to Jamaica’s evolving need to better integrate into global goods/services trade appeared first on IRIE FM.
The Ministry will this week put out a tender for expression of interest for the acquisition of 150 school buses to be used in the next phase.He explains that the authorities had a limited time to acquire the first set of buses for the start of the 2025/26 academic year in September. The post Procurement process for purchase of buses for phase 2 of Rural School Bus System to begin by end of November appeared first on IRIE FM.
Mr. Vaz gave the assurance during a press conference on Friday, as he again warned that a zero-tolerance approach will be taken against drivers with violations.He explained that a more severe disciplinary methodology will be applied to drivers who transport children. The post Transport Minister Daryl Vaz assures parents that Rural School Bus drivers will not get second chance if they commit traffic infractions appeared first on IRIE FM.
Following yesterday’s operations in St. Catherine, police have revealed that criminals are using advanced technology, including 3D printers and specialized software. Commanding Officer for North St. Catherine, Senior Superintendent Hopton Nicholson, said the discovery was made during a series of intelligence-led operations across the division, which also led to the seizure of four firearms and several rounds of ammunition. The post Police say criminals are using advanced technology and software to commit crimes appeared first on IRIE FM.
A St. Catherine divisional councillor has called for the uniforms worn by members of the Jamaica Constabulary Force to be gazetted and protected, similar to those of the Jamaica Defence Force. The post Councillor wants it to be illegal for non JCF members to wear police uniform, following Commodore mass shooting incident appeared first on IRIE FM.
The Financial Investigations Division (FID) and the Casino Gaming Commission have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to deepen cooperation in the prevention, detection, investigation and enforcement of financial crimes connected to casino operations. The post FID and Casino Gaming Commission sign MOU to boost fight against financial crimes linked to casino operations appeared first on IRIE FM.
On September 27, two days after a seven-year-old girl was sexually assaulted in the community, Mr. Crawford told IRIE FM News that he had written to the Education Ministry, appealing for the implementation of the "accomplices".This, as the young girl was ambushed and reportedly drugged while walking home from school. The post 2 persons interested in serving as “walking accomplices” in Mount Diablo/Treadways, St Catherine to help ensure children’s safety after 7yo raped appeared first on IRIE FM.
This, as the fare collection system remains on schedule for rollout on November 1, 2025.Since September 8, students have been able to travel freely on the school buses. However, Mr Vaz noted that starting next month, no child will be able to benefit from the service without a card. The post Transport Minister urges parents to register their child/ward for the Student Transport Card to be used on Rural School Buses next month appeared first on IRIE FM.
In light of recent incidents of disorderly conduct on the Rural School Buses, the Ministries of Transport and Education have agreed to explore the use of School Resource Officers (SROs) to act as bus monitors.SROs are specially trained police officers who are placed in schools to ensure safety, provide mentorship and maintain discipline. The post School Resource Officers to be deployed as monitors on Rural School Buses appeared first on IRIE FM.
Veteran Dancehall deejay Sister Nancy is speaking out after being accused of working obeah. The post Sister Nancy responds to obeah accusations appeared first on IRIE FM.
As the investigation into the whereabouts of 12 year old Jayden Smith continues, the Manchester police are warning persons that it is an offence to hide missing children. It has been two weeks since Jayden from Wales, Newport has been missing. The post Manchester police warning persons that it is an offense to hide missing children as search continues for Jayden Smith appeared first on IRIE FM.
Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness says the government is taking decisive steps to properly plan and build out Jamaica’s major roadways to accommodate high commerce and heavy traffic, particularly in rapidly urbanizing areas such as Drax Hall, St. Ann. Speaking today at the groundbreaking ceremony for the Boot 2 Commercial Complex, at Drax Hall Dr. Holness underscored the importance of future-proofing infrastructure to match the pace of development and urban expansion. The post Holness says government building out major roadways to accommodate urbanizing areas appeared first on IRIE FM.
The 12-year-old boy has been missing since September 26. He was last seen at home, wearing a khaki uniform and a pair of brown shoes. The post Manchester Police urges persons to desist from making prank calls regarding the whereabouts of Jayden Smith appeared first on IRIE FM.
This in relation to recordings from closed circuit television (CCTV) cameras, which in most cases were set up in private homes. Speaking at a press briefing yesterday Assistant Commissioner Hamish Campbell noted that this occurred in at least 5 recent cases. The post INDECOM notes worrying trend of cops removing or destroying cameras appeared first on IRIE FM.
Concern has been raised about police fatal shootings which could have been avoided, had the suspects been properly detained. The matter was outlined in a special report from the Independent Commission of Investigations (INDECOM). The post INDECOM concerned over police fatal shootings that may have been avoided with proper detention appeared first on IRIE FM.
A new group of police officers has been urged to uphold the integrity of their office and to approach tasks with discipline and professionalism. National Security Minister Dr. Horace Chang gave the charge at the passing out parade this afternoon. The post New police graduates encouraged to serve with integrity, discipline and professionalism appeared first on IRIE FM.
Police say two men who were suspects in the recent mass shooting incident in Commodore, St. Catherine was killed in separate police operations today. Sunday's shooting left five dead and four wounded The post Two suspects in Commodore mass shooting killed in separate police operations appeared first on IRIE FM.