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A spectacular fireworks display to usher in the New Year at the Waterfront, downtown Kingston on December 31.
A spectacular fireworks display to usher in the New Year at the Waterfront, downtown Kingston on December 31.

PHOTOS: New Year’s Eve Fireworks Display at the Downtown Kingston Waterfront

   
Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (right); and his wife and Speaker of the House, the Most Hon. Juliet Holness (second right), take part in the service of celebration for the life of the late Hon. James “Jimmy Cliff” Chambers, OM, inside the National Indoor Sports Centre in Independence Park, on Wednesday (December 17). Also participating are Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia Grange; and Leader of the Opposition, Mark Golding.
Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (right); and his wife and Speaker of the House, the Most Hon. Juliet Holness (second right), take part in the service of celebration for the life of the late Hon. James “Jimmy Cliff” Chambers, OM, inside the National Indoor Sports Centre in Independence Park, on Wednesday (December 17). Also participating are Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia Grange; and Leader of the Opposition, Mark Golding.

PM Says Jimmy Cliff Was a Cultural Giant and a Pioneer
Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (centre) addresses residents at the Petersfield High School in Westmoreland on Saturday (December 13) during the Prime Minister
Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (centre) addresses residents at the Petersfield High School in Westmoreland on Saturday (December 13) during the Prime Minister's Christmas Treat. Also participating were (from left), Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie and Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr. 

Government Endorses Safe and Regulated Entertainment Activities
Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia Grange (second left), and Chairman of the ‘Come Alive Collective’, Eric Hosin (left), present a cheque valued $17 million to Chief Executive Officer of the Bustamante Hospital for Children, Anthony Wood, and Consultant Ophthalmologist, Dr. Kristin Cowan-Lyn. The donation, derived from the $28-million net proceeds of the CeCe Winans ‘More Than This’ concert staged on Emancipation Day, August 1, will support the hospital’s Ophthalmology Unit. The official handover ceremony was held on Wednesday (November 26) at King’s House
Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia Grange (second left), and Chairman of the ‘Come Alive Collective’, Eric Hosin (left), present a cheque valued $17 million to Chief Executive Officer of the Bustamante Hospital for Children, Anthony Wood, and Consultant Ophthalmologist, Dr. Kristin Cowan-Lyn. The donation, derived from the $28-million net proceeds of the CeCe Winans ‘More Than This’ concert staged on Emancipation Day, August 1, will support the hospital’s Ophthalmology Unit. The official handover ceremony was held on Wednesday (November 26) at King’s House

Net Proceeds of $28M From Cece Winans Gospel Concert Formally Handed Over to Beneficiaries
Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia Grange (second left), and Chairman of the Come Alive Collective, Eric Hosin (left), present a cheque for $17 million to Chief Executive Officer for the Bustamante Hospital for Children, Anthony Wood and Consultant Opthalmologist at the hospital, Kristin Cowan-Lyn. The donation, part of the proceeds from the CeCe Winans ‘More Than This’ concert, was handed over at King
Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia Grange (second left), and Chairman of the Come Alive Collective, Eric Hosin (left), present a cheque for $17 million to Chief Executive Officer for the Bustamante Hospital for Children, Anthony Wood and Consultant Opthalmologist at the hospital, Kristin Cowan-Lyn. The donation, part of the proceeds from the CeCe Winans ‘More Than This’ concert, was handed over at King's House on Wednesday (November 26). Net proceeds of $28 million were raised from the concert, which was held on the King's House Lawns on August 1.

PHOTOS: Charities Benefit from Cece Winans ‘More Than This’ Concert

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Late reggae singer and international superstar, Jimmy Cliff
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Gov’t Accords Official Funeral for Musical Icon, Jimmy Cliff

The Government has accorded an official funeral to musical icon James “Jimmy Cliff” Chambers, who passed away on Monday (November 24) at age 81. Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia Grange, made the announcement during a tribute in the House of Representatives on Tuesday (November 25). She also revealed that the renowned global Reggae music standard bearer...
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Late reggae singer and international superstar, Jimmy Cliff
Entertainment

The West Mourns the Death of Jimmy Cliff

Western Jamaica, particularly St. James, is mourning the loss of one of its favourite sons, reggae icon Jimmy Cliff, who died on November 24 at age 81, after complications from pneumonia and a seizure. Mr. Cliff’s wife, Latifa Chambers, confirmed the news in a statement posted across his social media pages, noting decades of influence and his enduring legacy as...
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Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia Grange, delivers remarks during a special press briefing at Jamaica House in Kingston on Monday (November 3).
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Gov’t Targets US $1Million from ‘I Love Jamaica’ Concerts

A series of ‘I Love Jamaica’ concerts, designed to raise an initial US$1 million in support of Hurricane Melissa relief and recovery, will be held in Jamaica and at venues overseas. Some of Jamaica’s top talents, including Chris Martin, Masicka, and Nigy Boy have already been confirmed for a virtual concert and telethon on November 16. Additional performers will be...
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Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia Grange, addresses the House of Representatives on Tuesday (October 7). Listening (from left) are Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Infrastructure Development with Responsibility for Land Titling and Settlements, Hon. Robert Montague, and Minister of State in the Ministry of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Kerensia Morrison.
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Minister Grange Unveils Cultural Policy Blueprint

Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia Grange, says the Green Paper on the National Policy for Culture, Entertainment and the Creative Economy will prioritise cultural preservation alongside economic growth, while advancing inclusivity, innovation, and sustainability. She made the remarks during a statement to the House of Representatives on Tuesday, October 7. Ms. Grange said the Government remains...
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Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia Grange, addresses the House of Representatives on Tuesday (October 7). Listening (from left) are Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Infrastructure Development with responsibility for Land Titling and Settlements, Hon. Robert Montague, and Minister of State in the Ministry of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Kerensia Morrison.
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Gov’t to Establish Institute for Cultural Practitioners and Creatives

The Government is set to establish the Institute for Cultural Practitioners, Innovators, Entertainers and Creatives (ICPIEC), envisioned as a centre of innovation and excellence offering culture- and heritage-focused programming. It will also facilitate cutting-edge, flexible education and professional development across a wide array of creative disciplines, including the arts, digital technology, archaeology, gastronomy, and creative entrepreneurship. Minister of Culture, Gender,...
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Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia Grange, addresses the House of Representatives on October 7. With the Minister (from left) are Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Infrastructure Development with responsibility for Land Titling and Settlements, Hon. Robert Montague, and Minister of State in the Ministry of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Kerensia Morrison.
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Green Paper on National Policy for Culture, Entertainment and Creative Economy Tabled in House

The Green Paper on the National Policy for Culture, Entertainment and the Creative Economy was tabled in the House of Representatives on Tuesday (October 7). The policy, which was tabled by Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia Grange, will be the subject of discussion and consultation. “This Green Paper’s forward-looking approach places a premium on a just...
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