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New Home for Christmas in July Trade Show

The annual ‘Christmas in July’ trade show will have a new home at the AC Marriott Hotel in Kingston for its ninth staging from July 12 to 13. The trade show will open at 9:00 a.m. each day and will...
Governor-General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen, lays a floral tribute in commemoration of the 130th anniversary of the birth of National Hero, the Right Excellent Norman Washington Manley, at National Heroes Park in Kingston on Tuesday (July 4).
Governor-General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen, lays a floral tribute in commemoration of the 130th anniversary of the birth of National Hero, the Right Excellent Norman Washington Manley, at National Heroes Park in Kingston on Tuesday (July 4).

PHOTOS: Floral Tribute to Norman Manley on 130th Birth Anniversary
Acting Chief Executive Officer for the Kingston Public and Victoria Jubilee Hospitals, Dr. Natalie Whylie, delivers a message on behalf of Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton, during a church service to kick off a month of activities in the South-East Regional Health Authority (SERHA) marking Healthcare Workers Appreciation Month. The service was held at Boulevard Baptist Church in Kingston on Sunday (July 2).
Acting Chief Executive Officer for the Kingston Public and Victoria Jubilee Hospitals, Dr. Natalie Whylie, delivers a message on behalf of Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton, during a church service to kick off a month of activities in the South-East Regional Health Authority (SERHA) marking Healthcare Workers Appreciation Month. The service was held at Boulevard Baptist Church in Kingston on Sunday (July 2).

Minister Tufton Hails Public Healthcare Workers
Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, speaks at a recent Destination Assurance tour of Montego Bay, St. James.
Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, speaks at a recent Destination Assurance tour of Montego Bay, St. James.

Tourism Minister Expects Huge Influx of Visitors for Sumfest
Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (centre), participates in a tree-planting exercise on the grounds where the historic Treaty of Chaguaramas was signed on July 4, 1973, marking the birth of CARICOM. Occasion was the golden jubilee commemorative ceremony on July 4 at the Chaguaramas Convention Centre in Trinidad and Tobago. The ceremony formed part of activities for the 45th Regular Meeting of the Heads of Government of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), being held in Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago. The meeting, which commenced on July 3, will end on July 5.
Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (centre), participates in a tree-planting exercise on the grounds where the historic Treaty of Chaguaramas was signed on July 4, 1973, marking the birth of CARICOM. Occasion was the golden jubilee commemorative ceremony on July 4 at the Chaguaramas Convention Centre in Trinidad and Tobago. The ceremony formed part of activities for the 45th Regular Meeting of the Heads of Government of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), being held in Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago. The meeting, which commenced on July 3, will end on July 5.

Regional Leaders Participate In CARICOM Golden Jubilee Ceremony

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Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (fifth right), joins other regional leaders at Monday’s (July 3) opening ceremony of the 45th Regular Meeting of Heads of Government of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), being held in Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago.
CARICOM

CARICOM 50 Years Strong

Secretary-General of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), Dr. Carla Barnett, says the regional integration movement remains strong 50 years on and has laid a solid foundation on which leaders can continue to build. She noted that the foundation has been laid regionally and internationally by stalwarts who have been standard bearers for integration and for CARICOM to have its rightful place...
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Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill (right), with Governor of the State of Maryland, Wes Moore, and Jamaica’s Ambassador to the United States, Audrey Marks, at Governor Moore’s office, in Annapolis, Maryland, recently.
Industry

Industry Minister Says Recent Mission to Business Hubs Was A Success

Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill, says a recent “mission” to several major business hubs in the United States (US) and Canada, exploring investment opportunities for the island, was largely successful. The tour, which included stops in Toronto, New York and Washington DC, and dubbed ‘Export and Investment Business Mission’, was done in coordination with...
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Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett (centre); Permanent Secretary in the Ministry, Jennifer Griffith (left) and Member of Parliament for Eastern Portland, Annmarie Vaz, look at a carving in the shape of the island of Jamaica, during a recent stop at the Port Antonio Craft Market, during a Destination Assurance Tour of sections of Portland.
Tourism

Further Development Planned for Ken Wright Pier

Discussions are under way for further development of the Ken Wright Cruise Ship Pier as the Government position’s Port Antonio to gain a bigger share of the lucrative global tourism market. Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, in making the disclosure during a recent Destination Assurance Tour of sections of Portland, said that while Port Antonio’s harbour cannot accommodate the...
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Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie (left) and Minister without Portfolio in the Office of the Prime Minister, Senator Dr. the Hon. Dana Morris Dixon, interact with youngsters at the launch of the Youth Summer Employment Programme (YSEP) at the Marcus Garvey Technical High School in St. Ann on June 30.
Youth

Youth Summer Employment Programme Biggest In the Caribbean – Minister Mckenzie

Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie, says the Youth Summer Employment Programme (YSEP), which is in its seventh year, has evolved into being the biggest initiative of its kind in the Caribbean. The annual programme provides employment opportunities for young people during the summer months, enabling them to gain valuable skills and work experience while earning...
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Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth & Job Creation, Senator the Hon. Matthew Samuda (left) and Member of Parliament for Trelawny Northern, Tova Hamilton (second left), look on as Country Manager for Vinci Construction, Timothée Delebarre (right), gives details about the new automated trash machine that forms part of the new Martha Brae intake system, during the official commissioning of the $100- million upgraded infrastructure in Martha Brae, Trelawny, on June 29.
Water

Upgraded Martha Brae System to Harness More Water

The $100-million upgraded Martha Brae intake system of the National Water Commission (NWC) was commissioned into service on June 29 by Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth & Job Creation, Senator the Hon. Matthew Samuda. This will allow the NWC to harness an additional three to four million gallons of water daily, increasing the overall production at...
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Minister of Education and Youth, Hon. Fayval Williams (left), presents an award to Pastor Claudia Ferguson for dedicated and faithful service to the United Church of the Seventh-day Baptist Churches and the Kingston Seventh-day Baptist Church. Pastor Ferguson was recognised during the 100th Anniversary Banquet of the Jamaica Seventh-day Baptist Conference of Churches held at the Terra Nova All-Suite Hotel in St. Andrew on July 2.
Youth

PHOTOS: Jamaica Seventh-Day Baptist Conference of Churches Anniversary Banquet

Minister of Education and Youth, Hon. Fayval Williams (left), presents an award to Pastor Claudia Ferguson for dedicated and faithful service to the United Church of the Seventh-day Baptist Churches and the Kingston Seventh-day Baptist Church. Pastor Ferguson was recognised during the 100th Anniversary Banquet of the Jamaica Seventh-day Baptist Conference of Churches held at the Terra Nova All-Suite Hotel...
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Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia Grange, makes her contribution to the 2023/24 Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives on Tuesday (June 13).
Gender Affairs

Law Ushers In Measures to End Sexual Harassment

The Sexual Harassment (Protection and Prevention) Act, 2021, which took effect yesterday (July 3), is being hailed as an important piece of legislation in ushering in concrete measures to protect the vulnerable and promote cultural change to end sexual harassment. The legislation addresses concerns about sexual harassment that are employment-related, occurring in institutions, or arising in the landlord and tenant...
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