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OUR Releases First Batch of New 658 Area Code Numbers

The Office of Utilities Regulation (OUR) has released the first batch of new 658 area code numbers to telecommunication companies in the island. This was disclosed by the OUR’s Public Affairs Coordinator, Gordon Brown, in an interview with JIS News....

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, touches the headstone at the tomb of late former Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Edward Seaga, during a floral tribute to commemorate the 93rd anniversary of his birth, at National Heroes Park in Kingston, on Sunday (May 28).

Most Hon. Edward Seaga Remembered for Contributing to Jamaica’s Development

Minister of Justice, Hon. Delroy Chuck, addresses the Legal Aid Council’s (LAC) Justice Fair, which was held at Lawrence Park in St. Ann’s Bay, St. Ann, on Friday (May 26).

Jamaicans Encouraged to Use Appropriate Conflict Resolution Measures

Minister of State, Ministry of National Security, Hon. Juliet Cuthbert-Flynn (right) conducts the Jamaica Military Band at the 56th Annual Victoria Cross Awards Dinner for members of the Jamaica Defence Force (JDF), held at Jamaica Officers’ Club, Up Park Camp in Kingston on May 26.

PHOTOS: National Security State Minister Hon. Juliet Cuthbert Flynn at Victoria Cross Dinner

Technical Officer at the Jamaica Information Service (JIS) Montego Bay Regional Office, Kavanaugh Campbell (left), demonstrates to students at the Hosanna Preparatory School in St. James, how to use a video camera, during their career day exercise held on May 26. The JIS engaged the students in discussions about careers in media under the theme “Conquer Your Future Through Career Development.”

PHOTOS: JIS Regional Office Team Members Participate in Career Day Activities at Hosanna Preparatory School in St. James

Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. the Hon. Christopher Tufton, addresses the recent Commonwealth Health Ministers Meeting in Geneva, Switzerland.

3 years ago Health & Wellness

Ministry of Health and Wellness Creates Physician Workforce Document

The Ministry of Health and Wellness has created a physician workforce document, that will provide the framework for the engagement of more doctors in both primary and secondary care. This is in keeping with the country’s efforts to achieve Goal Number 3.8 of the Sustainable Development Goals, which is to achieve universal health coverage (UHC), including financial risk protection, access...

Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill,(third right) and President and Chief Executive Officer of Georgia Aquarium, Dr. Brian Davis (second left) display the signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), which will facilitate the exploration of opportunities in the blue economy. Looking on (from left) are Director of Policy at the Georgia Aquarium, Dr. Dayne Buddo; President of Jamaica Promotions Corporation (JAMPRO), Shullette Cox; and Interim Chief Executive Officer of the Jamaica Special Economic Zone Authority, Mrs. Kelli-Dawn Hamilton. Others from (background, left) are Jamaica’s Consul General to Miami, Oliver Mair, and Jamaica’s honorary consul to Atlanta, Dr. Elaine Bryan. The MoU was signed at a reception hosted by the Jamaica Chamber of Commerce of Atlanta at the Georgia Aquarium on Wednesday (May 24).

3 years ago CommerceIndustryInvestment

Government of Jamaica and Georgia Aquarium Sign Blue Economy MoU

Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Senator the Hon. Aubyn Hill, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Georgia Aquarium, as Jamaica explores opportunities in the blue economy towards national development. The MoU was signed at a reception hosted by the Jamaica Chamber of Commerce of Atlanta, at the Georgia Aquarium on Wednesday (May 24), and formed part of...

United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Resident Representative, Denise E. Antonio (right), presents graduate from the Women’s Economic Empowerment Programme, Andre-Lee Mason, with a certificate of participation, during a graduation ceremony held on May 25, at the Wembley Centre of Excellence in Clarendon. The Women’s Economic Empowerment Programme is facilitated under the European Union (EU)/United Nations Spotlight Initiative. A total of 20 survivors of domestic violence graduated.

3 years ago Gender Affairs

PHOTOS: Survivors of Domestic Violence Graduate from Women’s Economic Empowerment Programme

United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Resident Representative, Denise E. Antonio (right), presents graduate from the Women’s Economic Empowerment Programme, Andre-Lee Mason, with a certificate of participation, during a graduation ceremony held on May 25, at the Wembley Centre of Excellence in Clarendon. The Women’s Economic Empowerment Programme is facilitated under the European Union (EU)/United Nations Spotlight Initiative. A total of...

Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie (left), greets Cuba’s Ambassador to Jamaica, His Excellency Fermín Quiñones Sánchez, during a courtesy call on Friday (May 26), at the Ministry’s offices in Kingston.

3 years ago Courtesy CallLocal Government

PHOTOS: Minister Desmond McKenzie Receives Courtesy Call from Cuba’s Ambassador

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, lays a floral tribute at the grave of late former Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Edward Seaga, during a commemorative ceremony held on May 28 at National Heroes Park in Kingston, to mark the 93rd anniversary of Mr. Seaga

3 years ago Tribute

PHOTOS: PM Lays Floral Tribute for Edward Seaga

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, lays a floral tribute at the grave of late former Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Edward Seaga, during a commemorative ceremony held on May 28 at National Heroes Park in Kingston, to mark the 93rd anniversary of Mr. Seaga's birth.

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, (second left) speaks with student and vice-president of the Catholic Club, Jessie Ripoll Primary School, Ariella Morrison (second right), at the 2023 Pentecost Assembly, hosted by the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Kingston, at the National Arena in Kingston on Sunday (May 28). Others (from left) are Leader of the Opposition, Mark Golding and Archbishop of Kingston, Roman Catholic Church, Kenneth Richards.

3 years ago Prime Minister

Gov’t Looking to Expand Partnership with the Church

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, says the Government is seeking to expand its partnership with the church to build more schools in Jamaica. Mr. Holness said the aim is to enforce a value-based education in the society, after recognising a “transition” in the country’s foundational values. “I believe the church can play and is playing a very important...

Consul General to New York, Alsion Wilson (third right), with board members of the Friends of Falmouth (from left), Lance Hall, Peter Johnson, Michael Wattkis, Oliver Huie, and Derrick Scott, at the organization’s symposium held on May 27, at the Major Owens Wellness Centre in Brooklyn New York.

3 years ago Economic Growth & Infrastructure Development

Several Hotel and Port Investments Slated for the Greater Falmouth Area

Investments in hotel infrastructure totalling some US$625 million is expected to be made in the greater Falmouth area of Trelawny, for the construction of three new properties and one expansion over the next few years. Speaking at the Friends of Falmouth symposium held at the Major Owens Wellness Centre in Brooklyn New York, on May 26, Consul General to New...