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October 17, 2025 Traffic Advisory

October 17, 2025 Traffic Advisory

People attending these events are encouraged to walk, bike, or take public transit. Information on Bluebikes, the regional bike share service, may be found on the website and information on the MBTA may be found online. The MBTA advises riders to...

Owner:  American Government
October 10, 2025 Traffic Advisory

October 10, 2025 Traffic Advisory

People attending these events are encouraged to walk, bike, or take public transit. Information on Bluebikes, the regional bike share service, may be found on the website and information on the MBTA may be found online. The MBTA advises riders to...

Owner:  American Government
Attorney General James’ Office of Special Investigation Releases Report on Death of Gary Worthy

Attorney General James’ Office of Special Investigation Releases Report on Death of Gary Worthy

NEW YORK – New York Attorney General Letitia James’ Office of Special Investigation (OSI) today released its report on the death of Gary Worthy, who died on November 19, 2024 following an encounter with members of the New York City Police...

Owner:  American Government
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Tropical Storm Melissa threatens Jamaica as Bahamians there prepare

The forecasted track of Tropical Storm Melissa as at 11am on October 22, 2025. By KEILE CAMPBELL Tribune Staff Reporter kcampbell@tribunemedia.net TROPICAL Storm Melissa intensified in the Caribbean yesterday, prompting a hurricane watch for parts...

Owner:  Dupuch Carron Family

Jamaica Positioning Itself As Premier Destination for Medical Care – Dr. Chang

Minister of National Security and Peace, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang, says Jamaica is positioning itself as a premier destination for medical care that blends high-quality treatment with Jamaica’s renowned hospitality and leisure offerings. Addressing...

Owner:  Jamaican Government
Tropical Storm Melissa Forms, Consulate in Jamaica Ready to Respond

Tropical Storm Melissa Forms, Consulate in Jamaica Ready to Respond

Advertisement Advertisement Advertisement Advertisement Advertisement Advertisement Advertisement Advertisement Advertisement NASSAU, BAHAMAS – Forecasters are keeping a close eye on Tropical Storm Melissa that formed on Tuesday in the Caribbean...

Owner:  Cable Bahamas Ltd
4.2 magnitude earthquake felt across several parishes in Jamaica

4.2 magnitude earthquake felt across several parishes in Jamaica

The Earthquake Unit at the University of the West Indies, Mona, has confirmed that a minor earthquake was felt across several parishes in Jamaica on Sunday. According to the unit, the earthquake, which registered a magnitude of 4.2, occurred at...

Owner:  Creative Network Media LLC
Corporate Support For Jamaica’s Premier Ocean Swimming Event

Corporate Support For Jamaica’s Premier Ocean Swimming Event

KINGSTON, Jamaica – On October 16, 2025, the media launch for the Jamaica Inn Foundation’s 5th Annual Swim for the Sanctuary gathered representatives from three major Jamaican corporations, all serving as sponsors for this year’s event. The swim...

Owner:  Ian Hamilton
MJayz polishes its way through western Jamaica

MJayz polishes its way through western Jamaica

MALCOLM...we’re conditioning the seats, we’re extracting — we’re basically reaching areas where a normal car wash wouldn’t. You go to a car wash and sometimes you [all you] get [is] a basic vacuuming [job done for you]. CAR owners across Jamaica...

Owner:  Adam Stewart
Jamaica eyes new port in St Thomas to tap Guyana’s building boom

Jamaica eyes new port in St Thomas to tap Guyana’s building boom

Crushed limestone moves along a conveyor belt at a local quarry. Jamaica is looking to boost exports of construction materials such as limestone and aggregates to meet growing regional demand. The Port Authority of Jamaica (PAJ) is exploring the...

Owner:  Adam Stewart
JPS activates emergency operations ahead of Tropical Storm Melissa

JPS activates emergency operations ahead of Tropical Storm Melissa

KINGSTON, Jamaica — As Tropical Storm Melissa approaches Jamaica, the Jamaica Public Service Company (JPS) is activating its emergency operations plan to coordinate a swift response in the event of damage to the island’s power network. The company...

Owner:  Adam Stewart
Tropical Storm Melissa spaghetti models. Will Lee County see impacts?
Tourist In My Own City

Tourist In My Own City

I have come to the realization that I often have a hard time living in the moment. My anxiety can lead me to spiral into constant overthinking that can consume my attention, rather than whatever it is I’m doing at the moment. My phone is another...

Owner:  Seattle University
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