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The Jamaican communities in New York, New Jersey and Philadelphia have planned a series of events to commemorate Jamaica's 48th year of independence. These activities will begin on Friday August 6 (Independence Day), when the Jamaica Progressive League (JPL) will stage its annual Independence celebrations and the League's 47th anniversary dinner/dance. This will take place at the Villa Barone Manor...

Minister of Youth, Sports and Culture, Hon. Olivia Grange, says the public sector rationalisation plan, when implemented, will result in more efficient public sector entities across the island. "We are creating lean and efficient public sector entities and so it (public sector rationalisation plan) is a precursor to certain changes that are going to be taking place," she said. The...

The Jamaica Cultural Development Commission (JCDC) is endorsing this year's Denbigh Agricultural and Industrial Show, as part of the 48th Independence celebration events. Chairman of the Denbigh Show Committee, Senator Norman Grant This has been revealed by first vice-president of the Jamaica Agricultural Society (JAS) and chairman of the Denbigh Show Committee, Senator Norman Grant. The 58th staging of the...

Jamaicans in South Florida will celebrate the nation's 48th anniversary of Independence with several activities planned across the tri-county area of Dade, Broward and Palm Beach. Planned events will include a number of cultural presentations, church services, galas and concerts to commemorate the celebrations. Minister of National Security, Senator the Hon. Dwight Nelson, is expected to address the Jamaica Independence...

Jamaicans and friends of Jamaica residing in Washington, D.C., Maryland and Virginia will celebrate Jamaica's 48th year of Independence with several events hosted by Jamaica's Ambassador to the United States, Her Excellency Audrey Marks. Ambassador to the United States, Audrey Marks These events will commence on Sunday, August 1, Emancipation Day, with a service of Thanksgiving at the Dunbarton Chapel,...

The Jamaican community in Atlanta will mark Jamaica's 48th anniversary of Independence this year, with a week-long series of activities. Honorary Consul in Atlanta, Vin Martin The events, being planned by The Union of Jamaica Organizations in Atlanta (UJOA), will commence on Sunday, August 1, with a Thanksgiving Service at the Hillside Presbyterian Church, commencing at 4:00 p.m. The sermon...

The Ministry of Labour and Social Security has confirmed that Emancipation Day, which is normally celebrated on August 1, will be observed on Monday, August 2, this year. The following is a release from the Ministry issued on Wednesday, July 21: "The Ministry of Labour and Social Security wishes to advise members of the public that Emancipation Day 2010 will...

The Minister of Youth, Sports and Culture, the Honourable Olivia Grange, MP has announced the new Board of Directors of the National Youth Service. The new Board of Directors, which has been approved by the Cabinet, has 15 members who will serve for a period of three years effective July 1, 2010. The full Board of Directors:Mr David Shirley (Chairman)Mrs...

Some 125 young people age 14 to 17 years, who are considered at risk, will benefit from behaviour modification initiatives and life skills training, through the Department of Correctional Services' (DCS) Challengers' Camps 2010. The camps, which are to be held at centres across the island during the month of July, the camps involve a comprehensive programme that will address...

Deputy Children's Advocate, Justice Henderson Downer, says the Office of the Children's Advocate (OCA) is currently conducting investigations into the injuries of some 30 children in the West Kingston community of Tivoli Gardens. It is believed that the minors, who range in age from one year to 17 years, were injured during the recent joint police/military operations in the community....

The month of July is turning out to be very hot, temperature wise, and visitors to Jamaica and residents alike, are all seeking ways and means to cool down their bodies and spirits. With Meteorologists predicting a hotter than usual summer for this year, it poses the ideal situation for persons to head to the outdoors to find ways and...

Youths often seen "hanging out" on street corners are not necessarily destined for a life of underachievement and unproductivity, as persons often assume. If given a chance, with the right tools, they can evolve into valuable citizens. This is the intention of the Ministry of Labour and Social Security's Youth Empowerment Strategy (YES) programme, which seeks to assist youths aged...