The Early Childhood Commission (ECC) is inviting Jamaicans at home and in the diaspora to consider donating to early-childhood institutions (ECIs) for Christmas. ECC Chair, Trisha Williams-Singh, told JIS News that persons can donate to a government institution or “the institution that has made you the person you are today”. Mrs. Williams-Singh said donations in cash or kind can assist...

Persons can view an exhibition, titled ‘The Face of Us’, which opened at the National Gallery of Jamaica in downtown Kingston on December 10. The exhibition, which showcases some 50 artworks by 39 Jamaican artists based locally and overseas, runs until March 31, 2023, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. daily, except Saturdays and Sundays. Viewers will see paintings, installation...

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, says the local tourism industry’s reliance on imports can be significantly reduced if linkages forged between the hospitality and other sectors are maximised. Mr. Holness, who was delivering the main address during the opening of the new US$40-million adults-only Hideaway at Royalton Blue Waters in Falmouth, Trelawny, on Wednesday (December 13), said sectors...

Clerk to the Houses of Parliament, Valrie Curtis, addresses the audience at the annual Elderly Treat and Health Fair on December 13 at Gordon House. Approximately 100 elderly persons who reside at Mark Lane and surrounding communities, downtown Kingston, received care packages containing food items and toiletries. The annual event returned this year after a hiatus due to the COVID-19...

More community groups will benefit from free training in agro-processing as the Scientific Research Council (SRC) seeks to empower more Jamaicans to create sustainable livelihoods from local materials. A series of workshops are being offered in several areas, including natural juice processing, sauces, seasons, and personal care products such as bar soaps and bodywash. Community Development Coordinator, Yanique Rodgers, told...

The Seville Heritage Park in St. Ann has undergone extensive renovations totalling $23 million to further preserve and showcase the site’s rich history. Spearheaded by the Tourism Product Development Company Limited (TPDCo) in partnership with the Jamaica National Heritage Trust (JNHT), the Seville Heritage Park Enhancement Project included repairs to the roof of the greathouse, electrical upgrades, park fencing, lighting,...

The Bustamante Hospital for Children (BHC) is now equipped with two critical pieces of equipment to enhance the precision of surgical procedures, while facilitating training for residents in paediatric surgery. The C-Arm and laparoscopy machines, donated by the Culture, Health, Arts, Science and Education (CHASE) Fund at a cost of $46 million, were handed over by the entity’s Chief Executive...