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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,...

Governor-General, His Excellency, the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen, has praised the Rotary Club of Liguanea Plains for its service to needy Jamaicans, through health, education and other community development activities. "A service club is best described by the extent of its mission and of its service to others and especially the individuals, who are recipients of your service, who...

Governor-General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen, said today (September 9), that the family needs to be re-established as the basic institution in which both parents inculcate positive values, and attitudes in their children. "Too many children do not have a family in which to grow and be nurtured," the Governor-General lamented. He was speaking at a meeting...

Governor-General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen, has said that the church must become more visible, extending its reach beyond the congregation and into the wider society. "The church must be more involved and be engaged in programmes and activities in the community, that not only promote a change in attitudes and behaviour, but also transform the circumstances...

Governor-General, His Excellency, the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen, was today (Sept. 4) invested as Chief Scout of Jamaica by Chief Commissioner of the Scout Association of Jamaica, Rev. Barrington Soares. "I proudly accept the new role as Chief Scout and promise that I will do my best in my duty to God and my country. I will do my...