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The repaired roof of Anchovy Primary School in St. James, completed by the National Education Trust (NET) following Hurricane Melissa.

NET Continues Islandwide Post-Hurricane School Rehabilitation Programme

The National Education Trust (NET) is continuing its islandwide rehabilitation programme to restore schools affected by Hurricane Melissa, underscoring the Government’s commitment to rebuilding safe, resilient, and supportive learning environments for Jamaica’s children. Anchovy Primary School in St. James and...

Mayor of Kingston, Councillor Andrew Swaby, addresses a recent meeting of the Kingston and St. Andrew Municipal Corporation (KSAMC).

Mayor Welcomes New Commercial Complex In Downtown Kingston

KSAMC to Spruce Up Franklin Town Primary, Sir William Grant Monument on Labour Day

The Elite Squad of Intake 27 of the Jamaica Fire Brigade lead a drill display during their graduation ceremony on May 9, at Iona High School in St. Mary.

Minister Mckenzie Urges Citizens’ Discipline to Safeguard Firefighters

KSAMC Encourages Compliance with Signage Regulations

1 month ago Local Government

KSAMC Allocates $10 Million to Improve Access for Persons with Disabilities

Approximately $10 million from signage-related revenue has been allocated to the repair of sidewalks and related accessibility improvement for persons with disabilities. Mayor of Kingston, Councillor Andrew Swaby, made the announcement at Tuesday’s (May 12) meeting of the Kingston and St. Andrew Municipal Corporation (KSAMC), at its downtown offices in Kingston. “I am pleased to announce that a portion of...

The 96 young men and women who graduated from the induction training programme of the Jamaica Fire Brigade on May 9 at Iona High School in St. Mary.

1 month ago Local Government

96 Young Jamaicans Certified As Firefighters After Completing Training

Ninety-six young Jamaicans, including 85 males and 11 females, have successfully completed an intensive 13-week induction programme and are now the newest members of the Jamaica Fire Brigade (JFB). The members of Intake #27 were honoured during their graduation ceremony, held at Iona High School in St. Mary on May 9. Beginning February 1, 2026, the recruits were introduced to...

Permanent Secretary in the Office of the Prime Minister, Ambassador Rocky Meade, speaks during the opening ceremony for the three-day Jamaica National After-Action Review (AAR) for the Hurricane Melissa Response, held at the S Hotel in New Kingston on Monday (May 4).

1 month ago Hurricane MelissaHurricane Relief & RecoveryOffice of the Prime Minister

National After-Action Review on Hurricane Melissa Response Under Way

Over the next three days, representatives of Jamaica’s national disaster response and coordination mechanism, together with external partners, will convene for the National After Action Review (AAR) of the Hurricane Melissa Response, 2025. The AAR will assess key strengths, highlight best practices, identify operational challenges and gaps, and generate actionable recommendations to strengthen alignment with national protocols and enhance overall...

1 month ago Hurricane Relief & Recovery

175 Westmoreland Residents to Receive House-Wiring Support

Approximately 175 residents of several communities across Westmoreland have registered to benefit from house-wiring support under the Jamaica Social Investment Fund (JSIF) National Energy Poverty Reduction Project. The registration exercise was held on April 30 at Savanna-la-Mar Methodist Church. It formed part of the Government’s broader electrification drive aimed at restoring and expanding access to electricity in vulnerable communities, particularly...

State Minister in the Ministry of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Delroy Williams, representing Portfolio Minister, Hon. Desmond McKenzie, lays a floral tribute at the Secret Gardens monument in downtown Kingston, during Sunday’s (May 3) Child Month candlelight vigil in memory of Jamaican children who have died violently or tragically.

1 month ago Local GovernmentYouth

PHOTOS: Child Month Candlelight Vigil

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.

2 months ago Hurricane Relief & RecoveryJamaican Diaspora

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 initiative, which includes the donation of food and essential supplies, is being led by volunteers from Croydon in the UK...

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

2 months ago Health & WellnessLocal Government

Over 95 Per Cent of Portland Butchers Recommended for Licensing

The Portland Health Department is reporting strong compliance among butchers in the parish, with more than 95 per cent of applicants recommended for licensing following the annual Butchers Licensing Session held on April 27. Organised in partnership with the Portland Municipal Corporation, the session brought together butchers and their associates at Hotel Tim Bamboo in Port Antonio for training and...