The Jamaica Promotions Corporation (JAMPRO) Jamaica Business Gateway (JBG) is transforming the process of doing business in the country. Launched in 2023, the digital platform has streamlined interactions between businesses and government entities, reducing the time and cost for the acquisition of permits, licences and other business-related needs. Lengthy turnaround times coupled with multiple processes and redundancies, have been significantly...

The Ocho Rios Drop-In Centre in Buckfield, St. Ann, was transformed into a haven of Christmas warmth, thanks to young student philanthropist, Aryan Lakhwani. The 18-year-old St. Ann native spearheaded a food drive during the Yuletide season, which facilitated the provision of meals and refreshments for homeless, vulnerable and mentally challenged persons from Ocho Rios and neighbouring communities, who visited...

As Jamaicans prepare to ring in the New Year, Director General of Road Traffic, Island Traffic Authority (ITA), Col. Daniel Pryce, is imploring increased caution on the road to prevent crashes and fatalities. He is urging motorists to avoid driving under the influence of alcohol. Alcohol impairs judgment, slows reaction times, and greatly increases the risk of crashes. “While it’s...

The auditorium at the St. Elizabeth Technical High School (STETHS) in Santa Cruz came alive with excitement on December 13 as 14 young filmmakers premiered their first movie, a 15-minute short film titled ‘The Take Down’. The film involved a group of friends dealing with betrayal and is hailed as a groundbreaking initiative that is bringing the Hollywood dreams to...

Minister of Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport, Hon. Daryl Vaz, has informed that the Sangster International Airport (SIA) in Montego Bay, St. James, through its ongoing Solar Implementation Project, is on track to be 60 per cent solar powered. Mr. Vaz made the disclosure in remarks read by President and Chief Executive Officer at the Airports Authority of Jamaica (AAJ),...

The St. James Municipal Corporation and philanthropist Sandra Miller-Hall have collaborated to bring Christmas cheer to the homeless and disabled, at the Refuge of Hope shelter in Albion, on December 20. The shelter, under the leadership of Shelter Manager, Junice Woolery-Norman, serves as a vital drop-in centre for individuals experiencing homelessness, providing them with a safe haven until they can...

Jamaica is on a transformative journey towards a sustainable future marked by development of the blue and green economies, leveraging the island’s rich marine resources and natural landscapes. This approach not only aims to enhance economic growth, but also ensures the preservation of Jamaica’s unique environment, a vision articulated by Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and...

While toys are an integral part of holiday fun, especially at Christmas, the Consumer Affairs Commission (CAC) and Jamaica Fire Brigade (JFB) are encouraging parents and guardians to prioritise children’s health and well-being when shopping for these items. Director of Communication at the CAC, Latoya Halstead, says although toys provide fun, they can also pose potential risks, including hearing loss....

Christmas traditionally comes with an abundance of food, drinks and gifts, and lots of holiday cheer, among other treats. However, the National Water Commission (NWC) is reminding householders and other consumers to be mindful of going overboard with their usage of water to avoid high bills when the festive Yuletide season passes. Acting Community Relations Manager for the NWC’s Eastern...