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Executive Director of the National Solid Waste Management Authority (NSWMA), Audley Gordon, addresses the media launch of the
Executive Director of the National Solid Waste Management Authority (NSWMA), Audley Gordon, addresses the media launch of the 'Pass the Broom' public education campaign on March 27, at the Authority's Corporate offices in Kingston.

‘Pass the Broom’ to Keep Public Spaces Clean

The National Solid Waste Management Authority (NSWMA) is seeking to promote civic pride across the country with the launch of its ‘Pass the Broom’ public education initiative, aimed at encouraging community involvement in keeping public spaces clean. Addressing the media...
Jamaica Fire Brigade (JFB) Commissioner, Stewart Beckford.
Jamaica Fire Brigade (JFB) Commissioner, Stewart Beckford.

Refrain from Charging Devices Overnight to Prevent Fire Hazards – JFB
Divisional Commander for St. Thomas, Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP), Michael Campbell, addresses the sitting of the St. Thomas Municipal Corporation, recently.
Divisional Commander for St. Thomas, Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP), Michael Campbell, addresses the sitting of the St. Thomas Municipal Corporation, recently.

Motorists Urged to Use New Roads in St. Thomas with Care
Commissioner, Jamaica Fire Brigade (JFB), Stewart Beckford.
Commissioner, Jamaica Fire Brigade (JFB), Stewart Beckford.

JFB Warns Against Leaving Children Alone at Home
Member of Parliament for St. Catherine South Eastern, Robert Miller (left), places plastic waste in the ‘Plastic Containers Only’ bin, during the launch of the MPM Waste Management Limited’s Plastic Separation Initiative and Clean-Up at the New Causeway Fishing Village in Portmore, St. Catherine, on Tuesday (March 18). Looking on from (second left) are President, New Causeway Fishing Village, Glassford Mitchell; Regional Operations Manager MPM Waste Management, Dramamine Jones; Public Health Inspector, Frank Graham; and Chief Compliance Officer, Eastern Region, at the National Fisheries Authority (NFA), Richard Barcoo. The event was in observance of Global Recycling Day.
Member of Parliament for St. Catherine South Eastern, Robert Miller (left), places plastic waste in the ‘Plastic Containers Only’ bin, during the launch of the MPM Waste Management Limited’s Plastic Separation Initiative and Clean-Up at the New Causeway Fishing Village in Portmore, St. Catherine, on Tuesday (March 18). Looking on from (second left) are President, New Causeway Fishing Village, Glassford Mitchell; Regional Operations Manager MPM Waste Management, Dramamine Jones; Public Health Inspector, Frank Graham; and Chief Compliance Officer, Eastern Region, at the National Fisheries Authority (NFA), Richard Barcoo. The event was in observance of Global Recycling Day.

PHOTOS: Plastic Separation Initiative and Clean-Up at New Causeway Fishing Village

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Over $1.5 Billion Disbursed To Families Affected By Hurricane Beryl

Over $1.5 billion in direct assistance has been disbursed to families across the island who were affected by Hurricane Beryl last year. Minister of Labour and Social Security, Hon. Pearnel Charles Jr., gave the update at the presentation of cheques under Rebuild Jamaica to over 100 hurricane victims in St. Elizabeth at Newell in the parish on Wednesday (March 19)....
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Cardboard Master, Gawayne James, demonstrates how to make art from recycled cardboard to students of Aabuthnott Gallimore High School in Alexandria, St. Ann, during Global Recycling Day activities at the institution on Tuesday, March 18.
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Students Urged to Become ‘Recycling Superheroes’

The nation’s students are being urged to become “superheroes for recycling” within their school, community and across the country. Executive Director of the National Solid Waste Management Authority (NSWMA), Audley Gordon, made the call while addressing a Global Recycling Day event at Aabuthnott Gallimore High School in Alexandria, St. Ann, on Tuesday (March 18). Under the theme ‘Recycling Superheroes’ the...
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Mayor of Kingston, Councillor Andrew Swaby.
CommunityDevelopmentLocal Government

KSAMC Equipping Staff to Advance in Their Jobs

The Kingston and St. Andrew Municipal Corporation (KSAMC) has partnered with Excelsior Community College to provide access to training programmes for employees. Mayor of Kingston, Councillor Andrew Swaby, said the training will ensure that staff gain valuable skills and have the necessary qualifications to advance in their jobs. He was addressing Tuesday’s (March 11) monthly council meeting of the KSAMC,...
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Mayor of Kingston, Councillor Andrew Swaby.
CommunityDevelopmentLocal Government

KSAMC Engages Support for Ward Theatre Restoration

The Kingston and St. Andrew Municipal Corporation (KSAMC) is advancing efforts to restore the historic Ward Theatre in downtown Kingston. Mayor of Kingston, Councillor Andrew Swaby, said he has engaged a broad range of experts to provide critical support in reinstating the facility. The restoration effort will include input from creatives, engineers, architects, restoration specialists, and members of the business...
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Mayor of Kingston, Councillor Andrew Swaby.
CommunityDevelopmentLocal Government

KSAMC Establishes Advisory Committee

The Kingston and St. Andrew Municipal Corporation (KSAMC) has established an Advisory Committee to provide oversight for the financial affairs and management of the organisation. This 10-member committee, to be chaired by Rev. Dr. Devon Dick, will serve as an interim mechanism for the Local Public Accounts Committee (LPAC). Speaking at Tuesday’s (March 11) monthly council meeting of the KSAMC,...
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Minister of Local Government & Community Development, Hon. Desmond Mckenzie (front row, centre) responds to questions at the meeting of the Standing Finance Committee at Gordon House on Friday (March 7). He is joined by Permanent Secretary, Marsha Henry-Martin (front, left) and other representatives from the Ministry.
Local Government

Expansion of Garbage Collection Services

The National Solid Waste Management Authority (NSWMA) has expanded its garbage collection services to several new communities.  This was disclosed by Minister of Local Government & Community Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie, at the meeting of the Standing Finance Committee of the House of Representatives on Friday (March 7).  Mr. McKenzie explained that the 100 new trucks added to the NSWMA’s...
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