AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoSmart City Push: The University of the Commonwealth Caribbean says it’s developing EcoVista, a 283-acre smart city in Trelawny meant to be the Caribbean’s first “university smart city,” with a US$15 million capital raise now open for international partners. Water Disruptions: The National Water Commission has set a regulated overnight water schedule for some Constant Spring customers in St Andrew after a technical issue reduced inflows. Online Child Safety: A children’s advocacy group warns that restricting social media access won’t be enough, calling for stronger laws, child-focused platform design, and default privacy protections. Housing in St. Catherine: Prime Minister Andrew Holness broke ground for Wick Hall Estate, a 36-acre project delivering 221 housing solutions across three price categories. Domestic Violence Focus: St Elizabeth police chief Superintendent Coleridge Minto says domestic violence cases are rising and points residents to a parish intervention centre in Santa Cruz. Public Safety Warning: Reports say some Jamaicans are turning gas stations into social hangouts and taxi hubs despite fire and traffic risks. World Cup Spotlight: Coverage highlights Curacao’s World Cup debut and Jamaica’s place in the wider Caribbean football story as the tournament gets underway. Crime Update: Police are seeking suspects after a 17-year-old was slashed and beaten by a mob of at least 16 at an A train station in Arverne.
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