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The Planning Institute of Jamaica (PIOJ) has reported that between January and March 2006, all forms of agricultural production increased by some 24.7 per cent, relative to the corresponding period last year. According to the PIOJ Quarterly Reviewtitled, 'Economic Update and Outlook', the tables had turned in the sector, which demonstrated marked recovery from the effects of Hurricane Ivan in...

At the mention of the coast guard, one immediately conjures up an image of maritime law enforcers aboard go-fast boats, negotiating the choppy waters in hot pursuit of drug traffickers or other criminals, trying to use the expanse of the sea to escape the arms of the law. But while law enforcement is indeed a primary function of the coast...

CAMP Bustamante, (Child Abuse Mitigation Project at the Bustamante Hospital for Children), is a beacon of hope for children, who suffer physical and emotional abuse. The initiative, which is a component of the Ministry of Health's Healthy Lifestyle Project, is designed to reach and treat children, who are victims of abuse and violence, the incidences of which have risen alarmingly...

Golden Krust Caribbean Bakery and Grill, a Jamaican-owned company, which produces and distributes Caribbean food in the United States (US), will open four new restaurants in Atlanta this week. Jamaica's Ambassador to the United States, Professor Gordon Shirley, will deliver the keynote address and cut the ribbon to open the Peachtree Center Mall Restaurant on Friday, August 25 at 1:00...

Minister of National Security, Dr. Peter Phillips, has lauded the Jamaica Defence Force (JDF) for its contribution to national security and professed the government's commitment to the modernization of the force in accordance with the Strategic Defence Review. "Let me make it clear that this administration is firmly convinced of the relevance of the JDF to the security and wellbeing...

With Jamaica taking on the lead role in coordinating security arrangements for World Cup Cricket 2007, Minister of National Security, Dr. Peter Phillips, has said that the country was fully prepared to handle the task. "We are confident that we are prepared in Jamaica, to accept the responsibilities as far as the hosting of Cricket World Cup 2007 is concerned",...

Minister of National Security, Peter Phillips, has said that the Jamaica Defence Force (JDF) Air Wing will receive some much-needed equipment by the end of the year. While not revealing the type of equipment to be provided and at what cost, Dr. Phillips stated that the move was a testament of the government's commitment to the organization and was in...

Minister of State for Finance and Planning and Member of Parliament for Southern St. Catherine, Fitz Jackson, has said that he would be embarking on a drive to encourage parents in the parish to register their children's births. This comes against the background of St. Catherine having 1,300 unregistered births, which is the fifth highest in the country. According to...

In order to meet the expected demand for School Resource Officers (SROs) come September, the Safe Schools Secretariat will be training an additional 30 police personnel, bringing the total number of SROs to 144. The police will be trained in school safety planning, informed Chairman of the Safe Schools Secretariat, Lieutenant Colonel Oral Khan. He told JIS News that the...

Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP), Linval Bailey, has said that fostering positive relationship between the security force and young people was fundamental for the creation of safe communities and for the sustainable development of the nation. "This is even more critical when we look at the state that our country has reached. Our country has reached a point in its...

The board of the Tourism Enhancement Fund (TEF) has approved some $50 million for the beautification and upgrading of three of the island's landmarks and heritage tourist sites. Executive Director of the TEF, Ian Neita, told JIS News that of the sum, $25 million would go towards upgrading works at National Heroes Park;$20 million to Devon House, while $4.8 million...

Consul General to Miami, Ricardo Allicock, has described national hero, Marcus Garvey as a trailblazer and visionary, who reached out to migrant workers throughout his travels, and galvanized Jamaicans wherever he went. The Consul General was speaking at the 119th anniversary celebrations of the birth of the national hero held on August 17 at the Florida Atlantic University Auditorium in...