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Acting Deputy General, Office of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management (ODPEM), Richard Thompson, addresses a press conference at the Office of the Prime Minister on Monday (October 30).

Persons Encouraged to Inspect Buildings for Possible Earthquake Damage

Jamaicans are encouraged to continue inspecting their buildings for cracks, shifts in pillars, posts and other beams and structural members, and to seek a professional assessment if there is any damage. This reminder came from Acting Director General, Office of...

Commissioner, Jamaica Fire Brigade, Stewart Beckford, addresses a press conference at the Office of the Prime Minister on Monday (October 30). Listening are (from left) Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie, and Acting Director General, Office of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management, Richard Thompson.

Persons Urged to Desist from Making Prank Calls to Emergency Service Providers

Minister of State in the Ministry of National Security, Hon. Juliet Cuthbert-Flynn, addresses the recent National Workshop on Early Warning Systems on Drugs, organised by the National Council on Drug Abuse (NCDA), at the Courtyard by Marriott Hotel in New Kingston.

State Minister Lauds Inter-Agency Approach to Tackle Drug Use

Minister of State in the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining, Hon. Franklin Witter (right), addresses a meeting of the Bauxite Subcommittee of the Manchester Parish Development Committee (MPDC) held on Friday (October 27), at the Tropics View Hotel in Mandeville. Seated next to the Minister is Chairman of the MPDC, Anthony Freckleton.

Plan for Life After Bauxite – Agriculture State Minister

Acting Deputy Director General, Office of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management (ODPEM), Michelle Edwards, outlines lightning safety tips at a recent Jamaica Information Service (JIS) Think Tank.

ODPEM Provides Lightning Safety Tips

Member of Parliament, Manchester Central, Rhoda Moy Crawford.

2 years ago Local GovernmentTransport

Mandeville Traffic Management System 95 Per Cent Complete

The $80-million Mandeville Traffic Management System is now 95 per cent complete, says Member of Parliament for Manchester Central, Rhoda Moy Crawford. Making her contribution to the State of the Constituency Debate in the House of Representatives on Wednesday (October 25), Ms. Crawford informed that the work is projected to be completed in November. “When commissioned into service, this system...

Chairman of the Trelawny Municipal Corporation and Mayor of Falmouth, Councillor Collen Gager (left), presents the inaugural Civic Pride Award to Courtney “Dappa” Yetman for contribution to the preservation of civic pride in this parish. The presentation was made at the National Heroes Day Civic and Awards ceremony held in Water Square on October 16.

2 years ago Local Government

Falmouth Mayor Promoting Civic Pride

Chairman of the Trelawny Municipal Corporation (TMC) and Mayor of Falmouth, Councillor Collen Gager, has stepped up his campaign to promote civic pride among residents and the business community in the parish capital. Speaking with JIS News, Mayor Gager said he is committed to engaging stakeholders in making Falmouth a model town. “The drive has been ongoing since I took...

Senior Manager, Spatial Planning Division at the National Environment and Planning Agency (NEPA), Dwight Williams, speaking during a Jamaica Information Service ‘Think Tank’ on Wednesday (October 25).

2 years ago Climate ChangeEnvironmentLocal Government

Jamaica Celebrates World Town Planning Day on Nov. 8

World Town Planning Day 2023 will be celebrated in more than 30 countries, including Jamaica, on November 8 under the theme ‘Building Resilient Communities & Cities through Smart Solutions’. Speaking during a Jamaica Information Service (JIS) ‘Think Tank’ on Wednesday (October 25), Senior Manager, Spatial Planning Division, National Environment and Planning Agency (NEPA), Dwight Williams, said the day “is really...

Some of the electronic waste (e-waste) items that were dropped off by persons at the recent National Solid Waste Management Authority (NSWMA) e-waste expo.

2 years ago Local Government

NSWMA Pleased with Support for E-Waste Expo

The National Solid Waste Management Authority (NSWMA) says it is pleased with the support received for its inaugural electronic waste (e-waste) mini expo and collection drive, held on International E-Waste Day, October 14. “We are thrilled with the vast response. It’s clear that our community is passionate about addressing e-waste issues and taking steps to protect the environment,” Community Relations...

Minister without Portfolio in the Office of the Prime Minister with responsibility for Skills and Digital Transformation, Senator Dr. the Hon. Dana Morris Dixon (second right), speaks with members of staff of the Central Sorting Office (CSO) in Kingston on Monday (October 23), after a fire at the facility led to suspension of operations for the day. At right is Postmaster General, Lincoln Allen.

2 years ago Local Government

Nothing of Value Destroyed in Fire at CSO

Nothing of value was destroyed in a fire occurring at the Central Sorting Office (CSO) on South Camp Road in Kingston, on Monday (October 23). Operations at the facility were suspended for the day and members of staff and other persons occupying the building were evacuated. Several individuals were taken to hospital for complications related to smoke inhalation. Deputy Postmaster...

Deputy Mayor of Montego Bay, Councillor Richard Vernon, addresses gthe Jamaica Cultural Development Commission’s (JCDC) heritage lecture on the history of St. James at the Montego Bay Cultural Centre on October 19.

2 years ago CultureLocal Government

Importance of Preserving St. James’ History Underscored

Deputy Mayor of Montego Bay, Councillor Richard Vernon, has underscored the importance of preserving the rich heritage and historical legacy of St. James. He emphasised this while speaking during a Jamaica Cultural Development Commission (JCDC) heritage lecture on the parish, held at the Montego Bay Cultural Centre on October 19. Councillor Vernon noted that the importance of understanding one’s history...

Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie, speaking during the recent launch of Fire and Life Safety Awareness Week at the Police Officers Club in St. Andrew.

2 years ago Local Government

Gov’t Committed to Providing Resources for JFB – Minister Mckenzie

Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie, has reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to ensuring that the Jamaica Fire Brigade (JFB) is adequately equipped to perform its duties. Speaking during the recent launch of Fire and Life Safety Awareness Week at the Police Officers Club in St. Andrew, Minister McKenzie said the Government will “never shy away” from...