Inclement weather forces suspension of classes at some Portland schools

October 23, 2026

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Classes were suspended on Friday at some schools in Portland due to the inclement weather affecting Jamaica.

Among the affected schools was Port Antonio Primary School.

“We had to postpone heritage activities planned, including a march and concert. We dismissed at 12 noon,” said the school’s principal Kennicha Davis.

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