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Jamaica’s Ambassador to the United States, His Excellency, Stephen Vasciannie (left), and Deputy Chief of Mission at the Embassy of Jamaica, in Washington, D.C., Marsha Core Lobban (right), are given details on the collection of Jamaican postcards on display at an exhibition mounted at the Embassy, by Jamaican Speech Pathologist, Marva Shand McIntosh, following the engagement’s opening ceremony on December 3. The exhibition titled: “Greetings from Jamaica, A Country of History in Postcards”, features over 200 authentic postcards dating back to 1877.

Jamaican Postcard Collection on Display in Washington, D.C.

A collection of over 200 postcards, depicting Jamaica’s rich history, is currently on display at an exhibition being hosted by the Embassy of Jamaica in Washington, D.C. The exhibition, titled: ‘Greetings from Jamaica, a Country of History in Postcards’, displays...

Former Prime Minister, the Most Hon. P.J. Patterson (2nd right), and Education Minister, Hon. Rev. Ronald Thwaites (2nd left), peruse a copy of the newly published book, ‘A History of the Caribbean Examination Council, 1973-2013’, written by Historian and Professor Emeritus, Patrick Bryan (right), during the publication’s recent launch at the Jamaica Pegasus Hotel, New Kingston. Also pictured is former Caribbean Examinations Council (CXC) Registrar and Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Didacus Jules.

Enhancement of Regional Students’ Analytical Skills Urged

Industry, Investment, and Commerce, Hon. Anthony Hylton (left), addressing stakeholders at the damaged vehicle import policy stakeholders sensitization meeting at the Ministry’s New Kingston offices, on Friday, December 5. Beside him is Chairman, Motor Vehicle Import Policy Committee, Pierre Shirley

Damaged Motor Vehicles Importation Deemed Potentially Viable

Minister of Health, the Hon. Dr. Fenton Ferguson. (FILE)

Town Hall Meeting on Ebola in Mandela Park Dec. 8

Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Noel Arscott ( centre); and Minister of State in the Ministry, Hon. Colin Fagan (left); share a moment with youth mayors from across the island following a luncheon at the Ministry’s Hagley Park Road offices in Kingston on December 3. Acting Permanent Secretary in the Ministry, Dionne Jennings (right); and Morant Bay Mayor and St. Thomas Parish Council Chairman, Councillor Ludlow Mathison (back row, second right), also participated.

New Infirmary for Portland Next Year

Graduates of the All American Institute of Medical Sciences (AAIMS) in Black River, St. Elizabeth recite their vows shortly after being presented with their White Coats at the ceremony held on December 4, on the grounds of the institution in Black River, St. Elizabeth.

11 years ago Education

Private Medical School Graduates Urged to Commit to Quality Healthcare

Governor-General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen, is urging graduates of the All American Institute of Medical Science (AAIMS) to commit to the delivery of quality healthcare. He was speaking at the AAIMS’ inaugural graduation exercise held on Thursday (December 4), on the grounds of the institution in Black River, St. Elizabeth. He noted that the healthcare field,...

Education Minister, Hon. Rev. Ronald Thwaites (right), presents Wolmer’s Girls’ School student, Jazelle Dixon, with her award for Most Outstanding Candidate in Humanities in the 2014 Caribbean Examinations Council (CXC) Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examinations (CAPE). Occasion was Thursday’s (December 4) presentation ceremony at the University of the West Indies’ (UWI) regional headquarters, Mona, St. Andrew. Jazelle, who was also awarded the CXC/Pearson Humanities Award, earned distinction and credit grades in eight CAPE units.

11 years ago Education

Rev. Thwaites Commends CXC for Expanding Technical and Vocational Subjects

Education Minister, Hon. Rev. Ronald Thwaites, has welcomed the expansion of subjects offered by the Caribbean Examinations Council (CXC) in technical and vocational areas. Notable among these, he said, are courses in Tourism, Agricultural Science, Entrepreneurship, the Performing Arts, and Physical Education and Sports, which are being offered in the Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate (CSEC) external examinations. “We are pleased...

Minister of Youth and Culture, Hon. Lisa Hanna, addresses participants in the final presentation ceremony for the National Youth Service’ (NYS) Entrepreneurship Competition ‘The Pitch’ at the New Kingston Conference Centre on Thursday (Dec. 4). The top three finalists were awarded a total of $600,000 to invest in their businesses.

11 years ago Culture

Young People Urged to Create Their Own Jobs

Minister of Youth and Culture, Hon. Lisa Hanna, is encouraging young people seeking jobs, to instead, look to create their own employment. She said the National Youth Service (NYS) offers training programmes for entrepreneurs and urged them to take advantage of those opportunities. Minister Hanna was addressing the final presentation ceremony for the NYS’ Entrepreneurship Competition ‘The Pitch’ held on...

Minister with responsibility for Housing, Hon. Dr. Morais Guy (left), observes while Chairman of Recycling Partners of Jamaica, Miss Lucille Brodber (right), makes a point to Executive Director of the National Solid Waste Management Authority (NSWMA), Miss Jennifer Edwards (2nd left). Occasion was the launch of the Government’s first recycling project at the Anglican Church, in Part Maria, St. Mary, on December 4. At third left is Deputy Chairman of Recycling Partners of Jamaica, Francois Chalifour.

11 years ago Works / Construction

Govt. Launches Recycling Project

The Government has launched its first recycling project, which is seeking to recover some 4,690 tonnes of PET material (plastic bottles), and the creation of employment for over 3,000 persons over the next three years. Minister with responsibility for Housing, Hon. Dr. Morais Guy, said the project is an environment protection initiative, playing an integral role in the development of...

Leader of the Opposition, The Most Honourable
Portia Simpson Miller, O.N., M.P.

11 years ago Prime Minister

PM Simpson Miller to Advance Trade, Investment & Cooperation at CARICOM-Cuba Summit

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Portia Simpson Miller will lead Jamaica’s delegation to the Fifth Summit of the Heads of Government of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) and Cuba, which will be held in Havana, Cuba, on Monday, December 8, 2014. During the meeting, the Prime Minister is slated to lead discussions on a range of trade, investment and cooperation issues...

Head of the Police Traffic Division Senior Superintendent Calvin Allen (r) addresses a JIS Think Tank. Also pictured is Managing Director of the Transport Authority Mr. Donald Foster.

11 years ago JIS Think TankTransport

Transport Authority and Police Partner to Improve Road Safety

The Transport Authority will be working closely with the police during the upcoming holiday season to instill order and discipline on the roadways so as to reduce road crashes. Managing Director of the Authority, Donald Foster, said public passenger vehicle (PPV) operators and commuters are being targeted. “We would be working closely (with the police) during the holiday season to...

Mrs. Shelly-Ann Harris has joined the Communication and Public Affairs Team of the Office of the Prime Minister as Manager of Public Relations, Special Projects and Community Outreach effective December 3, 2014.

11 years ago Office of the Prime Minister

OPM Strengthens Communication Department

Mrs. Shelly-Ann Harris has joined the Communication and Public Affairs Team of the Office of the Prime Minister as Manager of Public Relations, Special Projects and Community Outreach effective December 3, 2014. Mrs. Harris will support the Director of Communication and Public Affairs in the planning and implementation of the public relations and publicity functions of the OPM. She will...