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Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia Grange (left), discusses details of the Official Passport, which the Government accorded to Jamaica’s globally renowned Reggae ambassador and icon, James ‘Jimmy Cliff’ Chambers (centre), with the legendary recording artiste. Ms. Grange made the presentation at the Ministry’s offices in New Kingston on Wednesday (January 20). Looking on is State Minister, Hon. Alando Terrelonge.

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PHOTOS: Mandeville Hospital Frontline Workers Gifted with lunches from Chinese Benevolent Association

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Frontline workers from the Mandeville Regional Hospital (MRH) in Manchester were recently gifted with hot lunches from the Chinese Benevolent Association (CBA), representing the Chinese community in Jamaica. The Association noted that as a token of appreciation for frontline health professionals combating the COVID-19 virus, it has been donating hot lunches to hospitals with COVID-19 facilities across the island.
CEO for the MRH, Alwyn Miller (left) thanked the association for its kind gesture, noting that it will motivate staff members who are working tirelessly during this pandemic. Photographed also are: Member of the CBA, Mr. Dalton Yap and Senior Medical Officer at the MRH, Dr. Everton McIntosh.