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Chief Executive Officer of the Coconut Industry Board (CIB), Shaun Cameron (right), and representative of the Croydon, United Kingdom (UK)-based volunteer group, Dr Andrew Brown, present a cheque to Principal of Unity Primary in Strathbogie, Westmoreland, Dawnette Hall-Beharie, on Tuesday (April 28), in support of post-Hurricane Melissa relief efforts.

UK Diaspora Volunteers Partner with CIB to Deliver Post-Hurricane Aid in Westmoreland

A United Kingdom (UK) based volunteer group, in partnership with the Coconut Industry Board (CIB), has delivered vital humanitarian aid to residents of Darliston, Westmoreland, and schools in nearby communities, as recovery efforts continue six months after Hurricane Melissa. The...

Butchers and butchers’ associates attend the annual Portland Butchers Licensing Session held at Hotel Tim Bamboo in Port Antonio on April 27.

Over 95 Per Cent of Portland Butchers Recommended for Licensing

Workers remove bulky waste during an Earth Day clean-up exercise at the Old Police Station in May Pen on April 22.

PHOTOS: Earth Day Clean-Up at Old Police Station in May Pen

Minister of State in the Ministry of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Delroy Williams, engages in light conversation with (from left) Director, University of the West Indies (UWI) Centre for Disability Studies, Professor Senator Floyd Morris; Director, Mona Office for Research and Innovation, Professor John Lindo; and Dean of the Faculty of Social Sciences, Dr. Heather Ricketts. Occasion was the opening ceremony for the Seventh Regional Disability Studies Conference at the Faculty of Law Lecture Theatre, University of the West Indies (UWI), Mona on April 28.

Structure Approved to Strengthen Building Enforcement by Municipal Corporations

Minister of Water, Environment and Climate Change, Hon. Matthew Samuda, makes his contribution to the 2026/27 Sectoral Debate in the House of Representatives on Tuesday (April 28).

99 Per Cent of NWC Facilities Restored After Hurricane Melissa

Community Relations Manager at the National Solid Waste Management Authority (NSWMA), Sharnon Williams.

5 days ago Local Government

Motorists Urged to Stop Throwing Garbage from Vehicles

The National Solid Waste Management Authority (NSWMA) is urging motorists and passengers to stop throwing litter from vehicles, urging greater discipline in how they dispose of waste while travelling. In an interview with JIS News, Community Relations Manager at NSWMA, Sharnon Williams, noted the environmental damage and risks to wildlife and public safety from littering. She advised persons to keep...

Hurricane-damaged roof of the auditorium at Black River High School.

6 days ago EducationHurricane Relief & Recovery

Black River High Students to Sit CSEC Exams on Campus

Black River High School in St. Elizabeth has put measures in place to ensure that students can sit their Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate (CSEC) examinations on campus, despite significant damage caused by Hurricane Melissa last October. Principal, Christopher Romans, told JIS News that alternative arrangements have been made following the loss of the school’s auditorium, which previously served as the...

Former illegal dump site after the National Solid Waste Management Authority (NSWMA) Earth Day cleanup activities were completed in Hoist Brissett, Hanover, on Wednesday, April 22.

6 days ago CommunityDevelopmentEnvironmentLocal Government

Major Cleanup Project in Hoist Brissett, Hanover

There has been a major community cleanup and beautification project in Hoist Brissett, Hanover, underscoring the importance of partnership between the National Solid Waste Management Authority (NSWMA) and residents in maintaining a clean and sustainable environment. The initiative, led by the NSWMA through its regional arm, WPM Waste Management Limited, formed part of the activities to observe Earth Day on...

Executive Director of the National Solid Waste Management Authority (NSWMA), Audley Gordon, addresses the Community Church Clean-Up and Restoration Initiative, held at the Middle Quarters New Testament Church of God in St. Elizabeth on April 17.

7 days ago CommunityDevelopmentLocal Government

NSWMA Deepens Church Partnership to Strengthen Community Solid Waste Practices

The National Solid Waste Management Authority (NSWMA) is deepening its collaboration with churches across Jamaica, positioning the faith community as a key ally in the fight against poor garbage management. Executive Director, Audley Gordon, notes the support and influence of the church is central to achieving lasting behavioural change in how Jamaicans handle solid waste. He adds that the NSWMA,...

Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, addressing Thursday

1 week ago Hurricane MelissaHurricane Relief & RecoveryPrime Minister

NaRRA Vital for Building A More Sustainable Jamaica After Hurricane Melissa – PM Holness

Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, says the establishment of the National Reconstruction and Resilience Authority (NaRRA) is vital to rebuilding a more sustainable Jamaica at the scale and speed required in the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa, and to deliver visible results for the citizens who need them most. “Melissa has forced the reconstruction of roads, schools, health...

Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie (second left), engages in conversation with United States (US) Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Caribbean Office Country Director, Dr. Paul Young (second right), and Public Health Specialist (Surveillance), Denese McFarlane. The exchange took place during a meeting with representatives of the US Embassy at the Ministry’s offices in Kingston on Thursday (April 23). At left is State Minister, Hon. Delroy Williams.

1 week ago Local Government

Gov’t Exploring US Embassy Partnership to Secure Additional Ambulances for Jamaica

The Ministry of Local Government and Community Development is exploring the prospect of partnering with the United States (US) Embassy to secure the donation of additional ambulances, in an effort to enhance Jamaica’s emergency response capabilities. Portfolio Minister, Hon. Desmond McKenzie, met with representatives of the Embassy at the Ministry’s offices in Kingston on Thursday (April 23), to advance discussions...