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Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie, addresses a property tax town hall meeting held on November 8 in Savanna-la-Mar, Westmoreland.
Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie, addresses a property tax town hall meeting held on November 8 in Savanna-la-Mar, Westmoreland.

Local Government Minister Says Parochial Roads will be Repaired

Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie, says the Government will be undertaking a comprehensive rehabilitation programme to “significantly tackle parochial roads across the country” that are in disrepair. Addressing a property tax town hall meeting at...
Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (left), and Chief Executive Officer of BMR Jamaica Wind, Bruce Levy, during a tour of the company’s plant in Malvern, St. Elizabeth, on November 8.
Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (left), and Chief Executive Officer of BMR Jamaica Wind, Bruce Levy, during a tour of the company’s plant in Malvern, St. Elizabeth, on November 8.

Jamaica Can Produce Up to 50 Per Cent of Energy from Renewables – PM
New Justices of the Peace for St. Catherine take the Oath at a commissioning ceremony at the Portmore Seventh-day Adventist Church in St. Catherine on November 8. Some 241 Justices of the Peace were sworn in.
New Justices of the Peace for St. Catherine take the Oath at a commissioning ceremony at the Portmore Seventh-day Adventist Church in St. Catherine on November 8. Some 241 Justices of the Peace were sworn in.

Governor-General to Appoint Commissioners for Anti-Corruption Unit Soon
Senior Veterinary Biochemical Analyst at the Ministry of Industry, Commerce, Agriculture and Fisheries, Georgette Thompson, speaking at a JIS ‘Think Tank’, today (November 8), about the week of activities for World Antibiotic Awareness Week, which will be observed from November 13 to 19 under the theme: ‘Antibiotic, the end of an Era’.
Senior Veterinary Biochemical Analyst at the Ministry of Industry, Commerce, Agriculture and Fisheries, Georgette Thompson, speaking at a JIS ‘Think Tank’, today (November 8), about the week of activities for World Antibiotic Awareness Week, which will be observed from November 13 to 19 under the theme: ‘Antibiotic, the end of an Era’.

Focus on Antibiotics November 13-19
Minister of State in the Ministry of National Security, Senator the Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr. (standing), assists Senior Medical Technician at the Heart Foundation of Jamaica, Leslyn Robinson (right), to perform a blood pressure check on Correctional Officer, Nicola Wheatley. Occasion was the ‘We Transform’ inaugural health fair and fun day at the Metcalfe Street Juvenile Remand Centre in Kingston on November 8.
Minister of State in the Ministry of National Security, Senator the Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr. (standing), assists Senior Medical Technician at the Heart Foundation of Jamaica, Leslyn Robinson (right), to perform a blood pressure check on Correctional Officer, Nicola Wheatley. Occasion was the ‘We Transform’ inaugural health fair and fun day at the Metcalfe Street Juvenile Remand Centre in Kingston on November 8.

530 Children and Staff at Juvenile Facilities to Benefit from Health Fairs

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State Minister in the Ministry of Education, Youth and Information, Hon. Floyd Green (right), speaking with students at Ardenne High School during a motivational and empowerment session at the St. Andrew-based institution on Wednesday (November 8).
EducationInformationYouth

Youth Minister Invites Applications for Charge Up Grants

State Minister in the Ministry of Education, Youth and Information, Hon. Floyd Green, is inviting submissions for its ‘Charge Up’ grants, aimed at supporting the work of youth-based organisations in the country. The grants are being provided under the Ministry’s ‘Charge Up Project,’ which seeks to revitalise Jamaica’s youth club movement. “We have the ‘Charge Up’ project where we are...
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Governor-General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen (left); Senator Dr. Floyd Morris (second right) and Chief Executive Officer of local publishing company, ImagiNation Books, Latoya West-Blackwood, stand beside the cover of Dr. Morris’ autobiography, ‘By Faith, Not by Sight’, during the official launch of the book on November 7 at the University of the West Indies (UWI) Regional Headquarters, Mona.
Governor GeneralSocial Security

Dr. Floyd Morris Commended for Advocating for Persons with Disabilities

Governor-General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen, has lauded Jamaica’s first blind Senator and former Senate President, Dr. Floyd Morris, for his lifelong dedication to improving the lives of persons with disabilities. The Governor-General praised Dr. Morris for his tireless pursuit for excellence and commitment to civic duty, which has assisted in shaping public policy. “We celebrate his...
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Health Minister, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton (left), shares a joke with Group President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Victoria Mutual Building Society (VMBS), Courtney Campbell (2nd right), at the official launch of the Health Ministry’s ‘Adopt-a-Clinic’ initiative at the St. Jago Health Centre in Spanish Town, St. Catherine, on November 7. Others sharing in the moment are: VMBS Group Chief Corporate Affairs and Communications Officer, Vivienne Bayley-Hay; and Chief Medical Officer (CMO), Dr. Winston De La Haye.
Health & WellnessTourism

Dr. Tufton Urges Support for Adopt a Clinic Initiative

Health Minister, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton, is encouraging more Jamaicans to join the ‘Adopt-a-clinic’ initiative in order to assist primary health care facilities to meet their needs in terms of upkeep and the necessary equipment. He was speaking at the official launch of the initiative at the St. Jago Health Centre in Spanish Town, St. Catherine, on Tuesday (November...
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Member of Parliament for St. Mary South Eastern, Dr. Norman Dunn (left), takes the Oath of Allegiance during the sitting of the House of Representatives today (November 7). At right is Deputy Clerk, Houses of Parliament, Valrie Curtis.
Parliament

New Members of Parliament Sworn in

The three newly elected Members of Parliament (MPs) were sworn in today (November 7) during the sitting of the House of Representatives. They are Member of Parliament for St. Mary South Eastern, Dr. Norman Dunn; Member of Parliament for St. Andrew Southern, Mark Golding; and Member of Parliament for St. Andrew South Western, Dr. Angela Brown Burke. After taking the...
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Aviculturist, Gavin Hill (left), shows off this colourful bird to (from left): Tamoy Lindsay, student of the College of Agriculture, Science and Education (CASE); Ron Blake, Executive Director, Jamaica 4-H Clubs; and Karelle McCormack, Public Relations Manager, Jamaica 4-H Clubs. They were at the 10th annual Stew Festival in the Thompson Pen community on Saturday, November 4.
Economic Growth & Infrastructure DevelopmentYouth

Jamaica 4-H Clubs Embarks on Entrepreneurship Training Programme

The Jamaica 4-H Clubs has embarked on a three-year entrepreneurship training programme as part of a move to reposition the organisation as an entity geared at empowering youth for meaningful employment. Under the programme, young persons who successfully complete the training are assisted with capital inputs to start their own businesses. Speaking with JIS News at the 10th annual Lauriston...
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