Glen Vincent Health Centre Adopted
The Glen Vincent Health Centre is the 19th facility to benefit under the Ministry of Health and Wellness’ Adopt-A-Clinic programme. Seaford Pharmaceuticals Inc., based in …
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$70M Extension For Sangster Airport Runway
The operators of the Sangster International Airport in Montego Bay, St. James, have commenced work to extend the runway at a cost of US$70 million. …
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Outgoing CEO Highlights Gains At Sangster Airport
Outgoing Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of MBJ Airports Limited, Dr. Rafael Echevarne, says he is proud of the gains that have been made at the …
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House Approves Regulations For Nomination And Appointment On Boards Of Public Bodies
The House of Representatives on Tuesday (December 10) approved the Public Bodies Management and Accountability (Nomination, Selection and Appointment to Boards) Regulations. This represents a …
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JCSA Donates $400,000 To Four Health Facilities
The Jamaica Civil Service Association (JSCA), on Thursday (December 12), donated $100,000 each to four health facilities from the proceeds of the JSCA’s Centenary Charity …
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Health And Wellness Ministry Spearheading Major Clean-Up Day In January
The Ministry of Health and Wellness will be designating a day for a major clean-up exercise in January 2020 to encourage Jamaicans to get rid …
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Opening Of Paradise Bridge In Westmoreland Soon
Community Relations Officer at the Western Office of the National Works Agency (NWA), Janel Ricketts, has informed that replacement of the Paradise Bridge in Westmoreland …
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House Passes Transfer Tax (Amendment) Act, 2019
The House of Representatives on Tuesday (December 10) passed the Transfer Tax (Amendment) Act, 2019, making permanent the two 2019/20 transfer tax revenue measures that …
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Planting Begins On Medicinal Hemp Farm In Trelawny
Ground was broken on Organic Growth Holdings Incorporated’s craft medicinal hemp farm at Long Pond Estate in Trelawny, on Wednesday (December 11). Organic Growth Holdings …
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New Mobile App To Help Motorists Decide When Buying Gas
Consumers can now see the cost of petrol at gas stations in Jamaica with the use of a new mobile app, launched by the Consumer …
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Gov’t Continuing Work To Reduce Squatting
National Security Minister, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang, says the Government continues to take proactive steps to tackle the pervasive issue of squatting, across Jamaica. Noting …
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Justices Of The Peace Encouraged To Exploit Training Opportunities
Justice Minister, Hon. Delroy Chuck, is again encouraging Justices of the Peace (JPs) to take advantage of the training opportunities that the Ministry facilitates for …
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Consumer Affairs Commission Launches Mobile App
The Consumer Affairs Commission (CAC) has launched a new mobile app, called the CAC Jamaica App, which will allow consumers to compare prices on their …
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Consumers Urged To Exercise Caution When Making Purchases
The Consumer Affairs Commission (CAC) is urging consumers to exercise due diligence when making their purchases during the Yuletide season. Speaking at a JIS Think …
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CAC Secures $18.5 Million On Behalf Of Aggrieved Consumers
The Consumer Affairs Commission (CAC) has secured $18.5 million in refunds and compensation on behalf of aggrieved consumers who transacted business with product and service …
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Ageing Population Increasing Demand For Health Services
Senior Medical Officer and Head of Surgery at the St. Ann’s Bay Hospital, Dr. Tanya Hamilton-Johnson, has pointed to the need for expansion of public …
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Adults Can Now Renew Passports Online
The Passport, Immigration and Citizenship Agency (PICA) online passport renewal application process for adults is now operational. To use the system, customers need to log …
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PHOTOS: Michael Manley Tribute
Entertainers Warned Not To Exceed Acceptable Noise Level
Entertainers staging events, particularly during the festive period, are being reminded that if they exceed the acceptable noise level, the police have the authority to …
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SOEs Extended In Five Parishes And St. Andrew South Police Division
The House of Representatives on Tuesday (December 10) approved a 30-day extension of the States of Public Emergency (SOEs) in five parishes and the St …
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