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Thousands Support Inaugural Trench Town Trade Fair

By Rodger Hutchinson November 25, 2013

The expansive and picturesque grounds of Emancipation Park in New Kingston came alive with colour and excitement recently, as thousands of persons turned out for the staging of the inaugural Trench Town Trade and Investment Fair. The event, which showcased … Continued

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Board Of Supervision Launches Collection Drive Nov. 20

By Jeneva Gordon November 19, 2013

The Board of Supervision (BOS) will be launching its Poor Relief collection drive, at an Open Day, on the grounds of the Ministry of Local Government and Community Development, at 85 Hagley Park Road, in Kingston, on November 20, beginning … Continued

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Chase Fund Presents $5.4 Million Equipment To Heart Foundation

By Latonya Linton November 19, 2013

The Culture, Health, Arts, Sports and Education Fund (CHASE Fund), today (November 18) officially handed over life saving equipment valued at $5.4 million to the Heart Foundation of Jamaica. The equipment, a Stress Treadmill and three 24-hour Holter Monitors, were … Continued

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UTech Students’ Union Praised For Outreach

By Christine Ade-Gold November 15, 2013

The University of Technology (UTech) Students’ Union members have been lauded for the contribution they continue to make to society. The student body, which was formed 53 years ago, launched its annual ‘Tag Drive’ recently at the Papine campus in … Continued

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Deadline for JIS Heritage Essay Competition Extended

By Andrea Braham October 29, 2013

The Jamaica Information Service (JIS) has extended the deadline for entries to the 2013 Heritage Essay Competition. Students now have until midnight on Thursday, October 31, to submit their entries, which is a seven-day extension from the previous deadline of … Continued

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Jamaica Wins Regional Song Competition to Combat AIDS

By Alecia Smith-Edwards October 24, 2013

Jamaica has emerged the winner of a regional radio song contest from among 14 countries, highlighting messages of combating HIV/AIDs infection and stigma across the Caribbean. Dubbed, ‘LIVE UP I Like Muhself Caribbean Radio Song Contest’, the project sought to … Continued

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Special Corporal Fights for His Life Thinking About His Daughter

By Chris Patterson October 22, 2013

For Special Corporal Jermaine Burgher, the courage to fight for his life on the terrifying afternoon of June 15, 2012, came from thinking about his young daughter, Alyssa. On that horrifying day, Mr. Burgher, who was returning from a visit … Continued

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Young Students Take Part in Ceremony to Honour National Heroes

By E. Hartman Reckord October 22, 2013

Scores of students from primary schools in Kingston participated in a ceremony at National Heroes Park on October 21, where flowers were laid at the shrines of the National Heroes by public officials, led by Governor-General, His Excellency the Most … Continued

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Seven Persons Honoured By St. James Parish Council

By Glenis A. Rose October 22, 2013

Seven ‘unsung heroes’ in the parish of St. James, who have given outstanding service to their parish and communities, were recognized on Heroes Day (October 21), by the St. James Parish Council and presented with citations and the 2013 Sam … Continued

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My Mother Would Have Been Grateful – Major Lewin

By Chris Patterson October 22, 2013

Major (Ret’d) Johanna Lewin,daughter of late musicologist Dr. the Hon. Olive Lewin, OJ, CD is expressing gratitude to the Government and people of Jamaica for recognising her mother with the country’s fourth highest national honour. Dr. Lewin was the only … Continued

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Samaritan Gets Badge of Honour for Assisting Accident Victim

By O. Rodger Hutchinson October 21, 2013

“I don’t do things like this for any reward yuh nuh. It’s just from the goodness of mi heart. A suh di t’ing set man.” This is the sentiment of one modern day Samaritan, who displayed selflessness in rendering assistance … Continued

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OAS Pays Tribute to Ambassador Seymour Mullings

By Derrick Scott October 21, 2013

Tributes continue to flow for late former Deputy Prime Minister, Ambassador Seymour Mullings, O.J. The Permanent Council of the Organization of American States (OAS) in Washington, D.C., on October 17, observed a moment of silence as a mark of respect … Continued

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Increased Sponsorship for JIS Heritage Essay Competition

By Andrea Braham October 19, 2013

As the October 25 deadline nears for entries to be submitted for the Jamaica Information Service (JIS) Heritage Essay Competition, several sponsors have come on board to participate in the event. Director of Production at the JIS, Enthrose Campbell, is delighted … Continued

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92-Year-Old Opera Singer to Receive Order of Distinction

By Jeneva Gordon October 18, 2013

Ninety-two year-old Mercedes Kirkwood speaks enthusiastically about her career in Musical Theatre, echoing the words – “The sound of opera excites me the most.” Ms. Kirkwood will receive the Order of Distinction in the Rank of Commander (CD), for outstanding … Continued

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St. Ann to Celebrate Life of Seymour Mullings

By Garfield L. Angus October 18, 2013

Residents of St. Ann will celebrate the life and work of their beloved parishioner, the late former Deputy Prime Minister, Ambassador Seymour Mullings, at a special function to be held Saturday evening, October 19. The event, to be held at … Continued

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CSJP Utilises Dominoes for Life Concept to Reach At-Risk Youth

By Jeneva Gordon October 18, 2013

The Citizen Security and Justice Programme (CSJP)has employed the Dominoes for Life Concept (DFLC) to teach life skills to at-risk youth benefitting from its vocational programmes. The CSJP has been partnering with the National Tool and Engineering Institute (NTEI),to train … Continued

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Eight Outstanding Jamaicans Awarded Musgrave Medals

By Athaliah Reynolds-Baker October 18, 2013

Eight distinguished Jamaicans were on Wednesday, October 16, awarded Musgrave Medals by the Institute of Jamaica (IOJ), in recognition of their outstanding contributions in the literary, scientific and artistic fields. Leading the list of awardees were renowned composer and musician, … Continued

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Hundreds Say Goodbye to Late Mayor of Portmore

By Douglas McIntosh October 17, 2013

Hundreds of persons turned out on Thursday, October 17, to pay final respects to the late Mayor of Portmore, George Egbert Emmanuel Lee, at the Official funeral, held at the Power of Faith Ministries Church, in Portmore, St. Catherine. Mr. … Continued

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Official Funeral for Seymour Mullings

By Communications Unit-OPM October 17, 2013

The Government of Jamaica will accord an Official Funeral to the late former Deputy Prime Minister and Cabinet Minister, the Hon. Seymour Mullings, OJ. The funeral service for the former Parliamentarian will take place at the St. Matthew’s Anglican Church, … Continued

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Outstanding Son of Jamaica: Former Mayor of Portmore, George Lee

By Jamaica Information Service October 17, 2013

Affectionately called ‘Mr. Portmore’, the late Mayor, Councillor George Lee, is described as a dedicated public servant, a strong innovative leader, and passionate about the work of the Portmore Municipal Council, and the vision for Portmore. Mr. Lee passed away … Continued

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