The National Water Commission (NWC) is undertaking several activities to provide water to customers in western Jamaica amidst the prevailing drought conditions. Acting NWC President, Kevin Kerr, provided an update on short, medium and long-term measures being undertaken by the entity for Hanover and Westmoreland during a semi-virtual press conference at the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation in...

Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr., says the Government is committed to fostering a vibrant and inclusive workforce. Addressing the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Positive Pathways Private Sector Forum, held at The Jamaica Pegasus hotel in New Kingston on April 23, he said it is critical to partner, discuss and deliberate on ways...

Despite the drought conditions affecting the parish, plans are advanced for the sixth staging of the Hanover Agricultural and Industrial Show on Friday, May 24. The event will be staged by the Jamaica Agricultural Society (JAS) Hanover Association of Branch Societies (HABS). Parish Manager for the HABS, Kameil Scott, told JIS News that the show will be held at Lord’s...

The Overseas Examination Commission (OEC) is urging school administrators to be compliant with the regulations and standards that govern the handling of examination materials in their institutions. As the exam season approaches, Chairman of the OEC, Brian Bennett-Easy, underscored the critical necessity for all schools to rigorously follow the established Examination Centre Regulations. He pointed out to JIS News that...

Motorcyclists in Westmoreland, particularly young men, are being encouraged to wear a helmet when riding their bikes, in order to reduce the risk of sustaining head injuries in the event of an accident. This urging comes from Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton, who notes that the young men riding motorcycles are often inebriated and proceed...

Approximately 25,700 electronic vouchers (e-vouchers) have been issued to educators in public schools islandwide under the ongoing ‘Own Your Own Device’ initiative. This brings e-Learning Jamaica Limited (e-LJAM) closer to its target of disbursing 26,000 e-vouchers. The State agency is responsible for promoting the integration and infusion of technology in the public education system. Under the Own Your Own Device...

Several students have been recognised for their remarkable achievements and creativity in the 2024 Essay, Oratory, Poster and Performing Arts (EOPP) Competition. The awards ceremony was held recently at the Stella Maris Preparatory School in St. Andrew, where 31 individuals were presented with trophies, certificates, medals, electronic and gift cards, and baskets. An annual competition hosted by the Scientific Research...