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Tourism Minister, Hon. Edmund Bartlett (centre), shares a good laugh with Executive Director of Jamaica Vacations Limited (JamVac), Joy Roberts (right), and Executive Director of Devon House, Janet Taylor, at the launch of Devon House’s Emancipendence Expo, in St. Andrew on July 10.

Gastronomy Space at Devon House to be Expanded

Tourism Minister, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, says discussions are being finalised for the acquisition of certain lands to expand the Devon House gastronomy space. Mr. Bartlett explained that the discussions involve “moving things around” to create proper parking spaces, “so that...

Prime Minister Andrew Holness addresses the media on Tuesday (July 10) following a personal presentation to the family of Tahj Rowe.

Government Proactive in Dealing with Issues of Accountability & Transparency – PM Holness

Head of the Data Management Department at eGov Jamaica, Walt Brown (at podium), makes a point during his keynote address at a meeting of the Rotary Club of Kingston East and Port Royal held yesterday (July 9) at the Eden Gardens Wellness Centre in St. Andrew. Others pictured (from left) are President of the Club, Carey Crooks, and President-Elect of the organisation, Atasha Bernard.

NIDS Will Improve Governance – eGov Official

Prime Minister Andrew Holness visits Tahj Rowe and his family today (July 10) to make a personal donation.

PM Holness Moved By Story of Tahj Rowe and Makes Personal Donation

Deputy Mayor of Kingston, Councillor Winston Ennis, addresses today’s (July 10) sitting of the Kingston and St. Andrew Municipal Corporation, held at the Corporation’s offices on Church Street in downtown Kingston.

Major Drain Cleaning Begins This Week in Corporate Area

Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett.

8 years ago Tourism

Promote Broader Participation in Growth Strategy – Tourism Minister

Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, says for tourism to maximise its full potential, every Jamaican must be factored in any growth strategy going forward. Addressing a press conference at the Montego Bay Convention Centre on July 6, the Minister said global trends show that tourist destinations that do not promote high levels of linkages will not produce substantial economic...

Minister of Education, Youth and Information, Senator the Hon. Ruel Reid (third left), and Minister of State in the Ministry of Labour and Social Secuirty, Hon. Zavia Mayne (right), interact with children at the recent official opening of the $70-million Stimulation Plus Early Childhood Development Centre (Stim-Plus), located in Rockfort, Kingston. Others (from left) are Director at the Early Stimulation Programme (ESP), Antonica Gunter-Gayle; parent, Nicola Bright; and Chief of Operations at the Inter-American Bank (IDB), Adriana La Valley.

8 years ago Social SecurityYouth

More Children with Disabilities to Receive Early Stimulation

More children with disabilities will benefit from early intervention services, with the opening of the expanded Stimulation Plus Early Childhood Development Centre (Stim-Plus). The facility, located in Rockfort, Kingston, was upgraded through $70 million in funding from the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB). It comprises seven classrooms, bathrooms, administrative offices, sickbay, physiotherapy rooms, a caretaker’s cottage, and a specialised play area....

8 years ago Gender AffairsYouth

Child Protection Agency Southern Region Stages Facility Day

The Child Protection and Family Services Agency’s (CPFSA) Southern Region will stage its inaugural ‘Facility Day’ on Wednesday (July 11) at St. Monica’s Children’s Home in Chapelton, Clarendon. The day of activities, which gets under way starting at 9:00 a.m., is targeted at officers in Clarendon, St. Elizabeth, and Manchester. Speaking with JIS News, CPFSA Acting Regional Director, Francine Rhoomes,...

Prime Minister, the Most Hon Andrew Holness (right), responds to questions from journalists during a press conference on Friday (July 6), following the 39th Regular Meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), which was held at the Montego Bay Convention Centre in St. James from July 4 to 6. Also pictured is Prime Minister of Barbados, Hon. Mia Mottley.

8 years ago CARICOMPrime Minister

Measures to Fast-Track Full Implementation of CSME

Heads of Government of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) have put measures in place to fast-track the full implementation of the CARICOM Single Market and Economy (CSME). Among the strategies is a special meeting of CARICOM Heads to focus solely on the CSME. It is to be held in Trinidad and Tobago in November this year. This was disclosed by Prime...

President of the Ackee Tree Group, Hopeton Brandford (left), presents a scholarship to Malik Carridice of Porus Primary School in Manchester on Saturday, July 7 at Trinity Baptist Church in Porus, Manchester.

8 years ago EducationInformationYouth

Students in Porus and Surrounding Communities Get Scholarships

Members of the Ackee Tree Group have donated $1,045,000 in scholarships to 24 students from Porus and surrounding communities in Manchester. Students from Porus, St. Jago and Ramble Primary who were successful in their GSAT examinations and are headed to various high schools in September, as well as students from Porus High School, Porus and Wright’s Early Childhood Institutions, received...

8 years ago Foreign Affairs

The Government of Jamaica Expresses Condolences to the People of Japan

The Government of Jamaica has expressed regret at the death of hundreds of persons due to widespread floods and landslides in Japan. Reacting to the news, Prime Minister Andrew Holness expressed sadness and condolences to the Government and people of Japan. In a note to the Government of Japan, the Prime Minister said: “The Government and people of Jamaica extend...

Minister of Health and Member of Parliament for West Central St. Catherine, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton (centre), engages with graduates of the Paul Mountain Primary School at the school-leaving exercise held recently at the Top Mountain Church of God of Prophecy, St. Catherine.

8 years ago EducationHealth & Wellness

Dr. Tufton Hails Leadership at Paul Mountain Primary

Minister of Health, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton, has lauded the administration at the Paul Mountain Primary School for the effective partnership with community stakeholders. The school, which is located in West Central St. Catherine, where Dr. Tufton serves as Member of Parliament, has been deepening its relationship with residents, businesses and past students for the growth and development of...