Nestled in the heart of Jamaica’s ‘bread-basket’ parish is the St. Elizabeth Infirmary, which stands as a beacon of hope for the island’s most vulnerable citizens. Dedicated to caring for those unable to care for themselves – such as the homeless, mentally challenged, and individuals with disabilities – the institution operates with a mission that extends beyond meeting basic needs....

Over forty aspiring entrepreneurs and wellness enthusiasts from fourteen communities in the Albert Town Development Area in Trelawny, are now equipped with newfound skills to launch or expand their businesses. This was made possible through a Body Care Products Workshop hosted recently by the Social Development Commission (SDC), under its Local Economic Development Support Programme (LEDSP). The workshop was held...

The Social Development Commission (SDC), in a heartwarming display of community spirit and appreciation, partnered with key stakeholders to host the ninth annual Brown's Town Elderly Celebration and Social Fair at the Addison Park Sports Complex in St. Ann, on Thursday (February 27). Under the theme, ‘Golden Legacy: Celebrating the Timeless Contributions of Our Elders’, the event brought together more...

The Government has been steadily and consistently investing in the capacity of the National Solid Waste Management Authority (NSWMA) to improve garbage collection islandwide and maintain a clean and sustainable environment. Since 2016, the Administration has spent billions of dollars to purchase 165 new garbage trucks, which have been added to the agency’s fleet to enhance waste management in communities....

Earthquakes are among nature’s most unpredictable and potentially devastating phenomena, bringing with them a wide range of risks that can significantly impact vulnerable communities. As such, it is very important for individuals to understand all potential hazards that are associated with the seismic activity. Head and Research Fellow at the Earthquake Unit, Kevin Tankoo, tells JIS News that persons must...

Ninety-four-year-old Hyacinth Lowe has been beaming with joy since returning to her renovated home, which was severely damaged by Hurricane Beryl last July. The roof of her Queensbury, St. Elizabeth, residence was completely torn off by strong winds, leaving a trail of devastation behind. Ms. Lowe is one of the beneficiaries of the HEART/NSTA Trust National Impact Projects. The repairs...

Students from across St. Elizabeth have the information and confidence to face an earthquake, as they participated in a series of earthquake drills, which tested their readiness for the natural disaster. The exercises formed part of the Office of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management (ODPEM) Earthquake Awareness Campaign, with Wednesday, January 15, designated as Earthquake Awareness Day in Schools. Eight-year-old...

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...

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...