In light of the major flooding, infrastructure damage, and land slippage recently experienced in several sections of St. James following recent heavy rains across the western end of the island, the St. James Municipal Corporation is now actively working on a disaster plan to mitigate the effects of future flooding and other natural disasters on the parish.
Thirty-two students have been awarded Government scholarships for outstanding performances in the 2021 grade-six Primary Exit Profile (PEP). Four pupils, the island’s highest achievers from a primary, all-age, or primary and junior high school, received scholarships valued at $180,000 each. The remaining 28 students - 14 boys and 14 girls, were awarded scholarships valued at $100,000 each.
Prime Minister presents report on Climate Change and Trade at COP 26, honours war veterans on Remembrance Day celebrations and calls for support for students as they return to face-to-face classes.
Jamaica was recently flagged as one of two Caribbean states, having unregulated antigen test kits. How did the kits enter the island? We clarify on this week’s healthline.
Last week we left off with circumstances under which a trial, particularly one that has been sensationalized or one that is hyper visible to the public can be relocated from one parish to another to ensure due process for the accused.
Thousands benefit from outsourced diagnostic services, Strategy approved to protect children online; and Banana board distributing fertilizer to farmers.
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