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Our parents face a tremendous task in today's society. Many parents are faced with the challenge of raising children in single-parent homes, or acting as guardians for their wards. They also have to contend with technology, television, peers, and the general public, as there are contending views about what is socially acceptable. The role of parents has become significantly more...

Governor-General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen, has given his full backing to the Mocho Welfare Association (MWA), an initiative by the residents of the Clarendon-based community, to tackle crime and violence in their area. The Governor-General, who was addressing a prayer breakfast at the Lennon High School on October 28, said that initiatives such as these are...

The Governor-General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen, has lauded the Jamaica Cancer Society for its work in encouraging persons to get tested for cancer, in a bid to eliminate the disease as a major health challenge in Jamaica. "I commend the members of the Jamaica Cancer Society for the exemplary work that they have done, over the...

A total of 146 outstanding Jamaicans, who have contributed to nation building, were recognised at the National Honours and Awards Ceremony, held today (October 19), on the lawns of King's House, in Kingston. Prime Minister, the Hon. Bruce Golding, and his wife, Mrs. Lorna Golding, headed the list of dignitaries and other guests, who attended the function, where Governor-General, His...

Custos of Manchester, the Hon. Dr. Gilbert Allen, has emphasised that the freedom enjoyed by Jamaicans today, was ensured by the efforts of the National Heroes. "Every people have their Heritage, their heroes and heroines...We celebrate the memory of our National Heroes who paid the supreme price by laying down their lives for the cause of justice and freedom," Dr....

The theme of this year's National Heritage celebration, "Believe in Jamaica. . . Embracing our Heritage" reflects and embraces our hope and faith in Jamaicans. It is appropriate, especially during this time when we are faced with difficulties all around, to identify how we can believe in Jamaica and why we should. We have seen the changes in the global...

The Governor-General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen, invited about 50 students of Vaz Preparatory School who visited Kings House on Wednesday (October 14) to return for Monday's National Honours and Awards Ceremony. His Excellency extended the invitation following a brief viewing of a Heritage display mounted by the Jamaica Information Service (JIS) at King's House. "I'm giving...

The Governor General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen, has called on Jamaicans to unite efforts to restore discipline to the society, and bring the country back from the precipice of social destruction. Giving the main address at a civic ceremony at the Claude Stuart Park, Port Maria, St. Mary, on Thursday (October 1), to welcome him and...

The parish of St. Mary will honour the Governor-General, His Excellency the Most Hon Sir Patrick Allen, at a civic reception at the Claude Stuart Park, Port Maria, next Thursday (October 1). The function will be part of a full day of activities, in which the Governor-General will participate. Others include tours of the Port Maria Hospital, the Port Maria...

The Governor General, His Excellency the Most Hon Sir Patrick Allen, and Lady Allen, toured sections of Trelawny Tuesday (September 22), as part of the islandwide visits he had promised at his installation in February. The visit to Trelawny brings to 10 the number of parishes the Governor-General and Lady Allen have toured since his installation. In an address to...

Governor-General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen, took his 'I Believe' message to the parish of Hanover yesterday (Sept. 17), urging residents, who gathered at the Anglican Church Hall in Lucea, to keep hope alive in these challenging times. "I believe that despite our challenges, our setbacks and our despair, we are a nation, which has been blessed...

The Governor-General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen, has urged Rotarians to stay in the battle to tackle the country's social ills. "I believe Jamaica needs more Rotarians who are prepared to stay at the front of the battle lines, and stay there to help others. In our context, the battle is against the breakdown in family life,...