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Tropical Storm Watch in Effect for Jamaica – Press Release #1

The Office of Disaster Preparedness & Emergency Management (ODPEM) is advising the public that the Meteorological Service of Jamaica (MSJ) has reported a potential tropical cyclone to form in the central Caribbean later today that could pose a possible threat...
Mayor of Montego Bay, Councillor Richard Vernon (seated, centre) is flanked by citizens honoured during the St. James National Heroes Day Civic and Awards Ceremony held at Sam Sharpe Square in Montego Bay on Monday (Oct. 20).
Mayor of Montego Bay, Councillor Richard Vernon (seated, centre) is flanked by citizens honoured during the St. James National Heroes Day Civic and Awards Ceremony held at Sam Sharpe Square in Montego Bay on Monday (Oct. 20).

Jamaicans Urged to Renew Commitment to Nation Building
Chairman of the St. James Municipal Corporation and Mayor of Montego Bay, Councillor Richard Vernon (left), greets Custos Rotulorum for St. James, Bishop the Hon. Conrad Pitkin, during Sunday’s (October 19) Heritage Week Thanksgiving Service at the First Church of the Open Bible in Montego Bay, St. James. Looking on are event planner, Stacey Silvera (second from left), and wife of the Custos, Deverly Pitkin.
Chairman of the St. James Municipal Corporation and Mayor of Montego Bay, Councillor Richard Vernon (left), greets Custos Rotulorum for St. James, Bishop the Hon. Conrad Pitkin, during Sunday’s (October 19) Heritage Week Thanksgiving Service at the First Church of the Open Bible in Montego Bay, St. James. Looking on are event planner, Stacey Silvera (second from left), and wife of the Custos, Deverly Pitkin.

Montego Bay Mayor Urges Jamaicans to Renew Covenant with Heritage
Executive Director of the National Solid Waste Management Authority (NSWMA), Audley Gordon, addresses students and Senior Teacher at St. Richard
Executive Director of the National Solid Waste Management Authority (NSWMA), Audley Gordon, addresses students and Senior Teacher at St. Richard's Primary School in St. Andrew, Imogene Cummings (second right), while holding an electronic device during an E-Waste Exposition and Collection Drive at the institution on Tuesday (October 14). The event was held to commemorate International E-Waste Day 2025, under the global theme, ‘Recycle Your E-Waste – It’s Critical’. The expo showcased educational displays, interactive activities, and live demonstrations, all designed to underscore the critical importance of responsible e-waste management and recycling.

NSWMA Urges Public Vigilance in E-Waste Disposal Practices
Mayor of Kingston, Councillor Andrew Swaby.
Mayor of Kingston, Councillor Andrew Swaby.

Kingston Joins Carter Center-Led ‘Inform Women, Transform Lives’ Global Campaign

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National Solid Waste Management Authority (NSWMA) Public Cleansing Inspector in charge of Western St. Thomas, Kashane Grossett.
Local Government

NSWMA Extends Hours for Street Sweepers In St. Thomas

The National Solid Waste Management Authority (NSWMA) has approved extended working hours for sweepers in St. Thomas as part of targeted efforts to address the accumulation of silt along roadways, particularly in the western section of the parish. In recent months, mounting concerns have emerged regarding the accumulation of silt and other aggregates along segments of the Southern Coastal Highway...
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Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie (second right), engages with persons who turned out for the Kingston and St. Andrew Municipal Corporation (KSAMC) Wellness in the Park event held on World Homeless Day on Friday (October 10) at St. William Grant Park in downtown Kingston. Sharing the moment is Mayor of Kingston, Councillor Andrew Swaby (right). The event involved collaboration with the Ministry of Health and Wellness.
Local Government

Gov’t Committed to Strengthening Services for the Homeless – Minister Mckenzie

Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie, has affirmed the Government’s commitment to strengthening rehabilitation and mental health initiatives across the poor relief system to improve the care and well-being of homeless persons. He was addressing a Wellness in the Park event to mark World Homeless Day at St. William Grant Park in downtown Kingston on Friday...
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Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie, receives a gift basket by Councillor for the Palmers Cross Division in Clarendon, Carlene Benjamin. The presentation followed the Minister’s address during the Clarendon Municipal Corporation’s observance of World Homeless Day on October 10 at the Old Police Station grounds in May Pen, Clarendon.
Local Government

Minister Mckenzie Pledges Upgrades to Clarendon Drop-In Centre

Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie, has pledged to address concerns at the Clarendon Drop-in Centre to ensure that the facility adequately meets the needs of the parish’s homeless population. He gave this undertaking while delivering remarks during the Clarendon Municipal Corporation’s observance of World Homeless Day on October 10, at the Old Police Station grounds...
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Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie (right) along with Mayor of Kingston, Councillor Andrew Swaby , walk through sections of the Kingston and St. Andrew Municipal Corporation (KSAMC) Wellness in the Park event, held on World Homeless Day, October 10, at the St. William Grant Park in downtown Kingston. The event was hosted by the KSAMC in partnership with the Ministry of Health and Wellness.
CommunityHealth & WellnessLocal Government

Persons Encouraged to Partner With KSAMC to Feed the Homeless

Members of the public and voluntary organisations interested in providing meals for the homeless, are being encouraged to do so in partnership with the Kingston and St. Andrew Municipal Corporation (KSAMC). Mayor of Kingston, Councillor Andrew Swaby said while the Corporation welcomes community participation in supporting the homeless, all feeding activities should be properly coordinated with the KSAMC. “What we...
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Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (centre), is joined by State Minister in the Ministry of Health and Wellness and Member of Parliament for St. Ann North West, Hon. Krystal Lee, as they officially unveil the sign for the Queenhythe Pond Park in Discovery Bay, St. Ann , on October 10.
Economic Growth & Infrastructure DevelopmentEnvironmentLocal GovernmentPrime Minister

Queenhythe Pond Park Officially Opened

Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, on Friday (October 10) officially opened and handed over the newly developed $3.98 million Queenhythe Pond Park in Discovery Bay, St. Ann. The project formed part of the Government’s Urban Renewal and Development Programme and was executed under the Ministry of Economic Growth and Infrastructure Development. In his address, Dr. Holness said...
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State Minister in the Ministry of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Delroy Williams (left) engages with Clarendon resident Everton Brown during the Municipal Corporation’s World Homeless Day observance held at the Old Police Station grounds in May Pen, on Friday (October 10).
Local Government

Reduction in Attacks on the Homeless

State Minister in the Ministry of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Delroy Williams, says there has been a significant reduction in reports of abuse against homeless people across Jamaica. He made the disclosure while delivering remarks at the Clarendon Municipal Corporation’s observance of World Homeless Day, held at the Old Police Station grounds in May Pen, Clarendon on Friday...
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Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie (second right ) engages with patrons during the Kingston and St. Andrew Municipal Corporation (KSAMC) Wellness in the Park event held on World Homeless Day Friday (October 10) at the St. William Grant Park in downtown Kingston. The event was hosted in partnership with the Ministry of Health and Wellness. Sharing in the moment is the Mayor of Kingston, Councillor Andrew Swaby (right).
Health & WellnessLocal Government

Jamaicans Urged Not to Abandon Homeless Relatives

Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Hon. Desmond McKenzie, is appealing to family members not to abandon their homeless relatives on the streets. “We can build more Desmond McKenzie Transitional Centres, we can build more night shelters, but we have to start now to build a culture of personal responsibility where people take responsibility for their loved ones and...
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