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Coconut farmers in St. Mary pause for a photo opportunity after receiving fertilisers, spray packs and seedlings from the Coconut Industry Board (CIB) on December 19.
Coconut farmers in St. Mary pause for a photo opportunity after receiving fertilisers, spray packs and seedlings from the Coconut Industry Board (CIB) on December 19.

CIB Brightens Christmas for Coconut Farmers in St. Mary and St. Thomas

Coconut farmers in St. Mary and St. Thomas have received supplies from the Coconut Industry Board (CIB) to assist in their ongoing recovery from losses sustained during Hurricane Beryl’s passage just south of Jamaica on July 3. The provisions were...
Acting Community Relations Manager at the National Water Commission
Acting Community Relations Manager at the National Water Commission's Northeast division, Ann Bolt (right), and other members of the team are all smiles at the Hill View Aged for the Home in Port Maria, St. Mary, where they donated toiletries and other necessities as well as $50,000 on December 23.

PHOTOS: ‘We Care’ Charity Initiative Brings Christmas Cheer to Hill View Home for the Aged in St. Mary
Chief Executive Officer of the Digicel Foundation, Charmaine Daniels (left), interacts with Principals and students during the organisation’s 20-for-20-for-20 Build Jamaica Grants handover ceremony on December 6. The event was held at Digicel’s headquarters in Kingston. From right are Principal of Salt Spring Primary and Infant School, Norma Brydson, and Principal of Prickly Pole Primary and Infant School, Judith Whyte Gayle. The students are Rickayla Warlock and Ty
Chief Executive Officer of the Digicel Foundation, Charmaine Daniels (left), interacts with Principals and students during the organisation’s 20-for-20-for-20 Build Jamaica Grants handover ceremony on December 6. The event was held at Digicel’s headquarters in Kingston. From right are Principal of Salt Spring Primary and Infant School, Norma Brydson, and Principal of Prickly Pole Primary and Infant School, Judith Whyte Gayle. The students are Rickayla Warlock and Ty'aira Young of Salt Spring Primary and Infant School, and Kaneil Whilby and Raveesh Brown of Prickly Pole Primary and Infant School.

PHOTOS: Digicel Foundation’s Build Jamaica Grant Handover Ceremony
Jamaica Fire Brigade (JFB) Superintendent, Emeleo Ebanks, addresses a recent Jamaica Information Service (JIS) ‘Think Tank’ at the agency
Jamaica Fire Brigade (JFB) Superintendent, Emeleo Ebanks, addresses a recent Jamaica Information Service (JIS) ‘Think Tank’ at the agency's head office in Kingston.

JFB Provides Safety Guidelines for Gas Leaks
Minister of Local Government and Community Development and Member of Parliament for Kingston Western, Hon. Desmond McKenzie (right), presents senior citizen, Gwendolyn Morgan with a care package during the annual Christmas treat for the Elderly at the Tivoli Gardens Community Centre on Thursday (December 19).
Minister of Local Government and Community Development and Member of Parliament for Kingston Western, Hon. Desmond McKenzie (right), presents senior citizen, Gwendolyn Morgan with a care package during the annual Christmas treat for the Elderly at the Tivoli Gardens Community Centre on Thursday (December 19).

PHOTOS: Christmas Treat for the Elderly in Western Kingston

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Deputy Commissioner and Officer in charge of fire safety prevention and investigation at the Jamaica Fire Brigade (JFB), Sean Martin, speaks at a recent Jamaica Information Service (JIS) Think Tank.
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JFB Urges Caution When Decorating Homes with Lights

The Jamaica Fire Brigade (JFB) is urging persons to be mindful of potential fire hazards when decorating their homes with electric powered lights and other decorations during the holiday season. Deputy Commissioner and Officer in charge of fire safety prevention and investigation at the JFB, Sean Martin, told JIS News that wire inspections should be done ahead of decorating to...
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Deputy Commissioner of the Jamaica Fire Brigade (JFB), Sean Martin, addresses a recent JIS Think Tank.
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Electricity Theft a Danger to Communities and Firefighters – JFB

The Jamaica Fire Brigade (JFB) is warning Jamaicans about the dangers of accessing electricity illegally. Addressing a recent JIS Think Tank, Deputy Commissioner of the JFB, Sean Martin, said electricity theft is creating a hazard for firefighters and community members alike. He said the overloading of circuits can cause fires, damage to electrical equipment and appliances, and the interaction with...
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Jamaica Fire Brigade (JFB) Superintendent, Emeleo Ebanks, addresses a recent Jamaica Information Service (JIS) ‘Think Tank’ at the Agency’s head office in Kingston.
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Persons Urged to Use Surge Protectors to Safeguard Homes and Businesses Against Power Spikes

The Jamaica Fire Brigade (JFB) is encouraging persons to use surge protectors to safeguard their appliances, equipment, homes and businesses against potential damage by power spikes resulting from low voltage. With an anticipated uptick in the use of electronics during the Christmas season, the JFB is reminding persons to be proactive in their approach to protecting themselves from potential fire...
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Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie (third right), joins Mayor of Kingston, Councillor Andrew Swaby (second left), at the Kingston and St. Andrew Municipal Corporation’s (KSAMC) Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony held recently at St. William Grant Park in downtown Kingston. Others (from left) are Former Mayor of Kingston, Delroy Williams; Leader of the Opposition, Mark Golding; Miss Kingston and St. Andrew Festival Queen 2024, Daindra Harrison; Custos of Kingston, Hon. Steadman Fuller; and Custos of St. Andrew, Hon. Ian Forbes.
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PHOTOS: KSAMC Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony

Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie (third right), joins Mayor of Kingston, Councillor Andrew Swaby (second left), at the Kingston and St. Andrew Municipal Corporation’s (KSAMC) Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony held recently at St. William Grant Park in downtown Kingston. Others (from left) are Former Mayor of Kingston, Delroy Williams; Leader of the Opposition, Mark Golding;...
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Mayor of Portmore, His Worship Leon Thomas.
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Portmore Municipal Corporation Sponsors Christmas Treats

The Portmore Municipal Corporation will be sponsoring Christmas treats and other activities in communities across the municipality during the yuletide season. Mayor of Portmore, His Worship Leon Thomas, told JIS News that the Municipality’s focus will be on bringing Christmas cheer to children and elderly residents. “We'll be taking care of our seniors and our children, and there are several...
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Deputy Commissioner, Jamaica Fire Brigade (JFB), Sean Martin, addresses a recent Jamaica Information Service (JIS) ‘Think Tank’ at the agency
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JFB Encourages Electrical Safety Installations in Homes and Businesses for Christmas

The Jamaica Fire Brigade (JFB) is encouraging homeowners and business operators to install power monitoring devices to ensure electrical safety during the Christmas holidays. This urging comes from JFB Deputy Commissioner, Sean Martin, who was speaking during a recent Jamaica Information Service (JIS) ‘Think Tank’ at the agency’s head office in Kingston, where several safety tips were shared for the...
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