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PSOJ saddened by WISYNCO FireThe PSOJ’s officers, executives, council, membership and staff are saddened by news of the massive fire still raging at WISYNCO Group’s Warehouse in St. Catherine......
The Private Sector Organisation of Jamaica | 2016-05-27 00:00:00
Jamaica to host 2018 International Sport Kickboxing Association World ChampionshipSport Minister, the Honourable Olivia ‘Babsy’ Grange says a meeting will be convened with members of the organizing committee headed by Mr. Jason McKay at the earliest possible date, with a view to se.....
Ministry of Culture, Gender Affairs, Entertainment | 2016-05-27 00:00:00
Pan-Jam votes to split stock at AGMShareholders of Pan-Jamaican Investment Limited (Pan-Jam) approved a five for one stock split on Thursday, May 26, 2016 at its annual general meeting (AGM) at the Courtyard by Marriott Kingston......
| 2016-05-27 00:00:00
Measures recommended to improve adjudication of praedial larceny casesThe establishment of specialized Parish Courts for Praedial Larceny and specialized training for clerks of courts in the prosecution of praedial larceny cases, along with accompanying manuals, are amo.....
Ministry Of Industry, Commerce, Agriculture & Fish | 2016-05-27 00:00:00
Evan Thompson appointed Head of the Meteorological Service DivisionThe Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Evan Thompson as the new Director for the Meteorological Service Division......
Ministry of Economic Growth & Job Creation | 2016-05-27 00:00:00
Inova Solutions presented “Be Bigger & Faster in your Growing Business” free SeminarLast Thursday, May 26, Inova Solutions organized a 1-day seminar and breakout session at the Courtyard by Marriott......
| 2016-05-26 00:00:00
Minister Grange congratulates the Jamaica Taekwon-Do TeamSport Minister, the Honourable Olivia ‘Babsy’ Grange, has congratulated the Jamaica Taekwon-Do team on their outstanding performance at the recently concluded International Sport Kickboxing Associatio.....
Ministry of Culture, Gender Affairs, Entertainment | 2016-05-26 00:00:00
Mandeville Regional Hospital improves capacity building for medical educationThe Mandeville Regional Hospital (MRH) has now boosted its capacity for medical education through the opening of an Internal Medicine Teaching Room which will be used to teach medical students, conduc.....
Southern Regional Health Authority | 2016-05-26 00:00:00
Minister Johnson Smith to attend ACP Summit in Papua New GuineaSenator the Hon. Kamina Johnson Smith, Minister of Foreign Affairs & Foreign Trade, leaves the island Friday, May 27 to attend the 8th Summit of Heads of State and Government of the African Caribbean .....
Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade | 2016-05-26 00:00:00
High turbidity disrupts water supply in sections of St. CatherineNational Water Commission (NWC) is advising Customers in some sections of St. Catherine, that the disruption they are currently experiencing is as a result of high turbidity affecting the operations a.....
National Water Commission | 2016-05-26 00:00:00
Water supply disruption to affect sections of St. AndrewThe National Water Commission is advising customers in the Chancery Hall area of St. Andrew, that their water supply will be disrupted tomorrow Friday, May 27, 2016 from 8:00am to 5:00pm......
National Water Commission | 2016-05-26 00:00:00
TEF provides $286 million to enhance Ocho RiosThe Tourism Enhancement Fund (TEF) has approved funds to carry out additional improvement work in Ocho Rios this year, as part of ongoing efforts to make the resort town more appealing......
Ministry of Tourism | 2016-05-26 00:00:00
Flash Flood Warning in effect for St. Thomas, Portland, St. Mary & St. AnnAs a Trough continues to move across Jamaica, the Office of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management (ODPEM) is urging citizens to be alert as the Meteorological Service of Jamaica has advised t.....
ODPEM | 2016-05-25 00:00:00
Tourism Minister urges agricultural suppliers to help reduce import billMinister of Tourism Hon. Edmund Bartlett has issued a charge to local agricultural suppliers to use the recently released tourism demand study to help reduce the island’s import bill......
Ministry of Tourism | 2016-05-23 00:00:00
Guyana Amazon Warriors announce home 2016 CPL fixturesThe Guyana Amazon Warriors have announced their fixtures for the forthcoming 2016 HERO Caribbean Premier League (CPL) campaign and will open the home series of matches with an evening clash against Ja.....
| 2016-05-23 00:00:00
The Regentrification of Downtown KingstonI went to a real estate meeting and listened to a representative of the Urban Development Corporation (UDC) demonstrating via slide show, the grand plans for the upgrading or renewal of Downtown Kings.....
Azanell Properties Int’l | 2016-05-19 00:00:00
More government action needed to reverse smoking epidemic in the AmericasA number of countries of the Americas have made progress in implementing tobacco control policies designed to reduce suffering and death due to tobacco......
| 2016-05-18 00:00:00
Minister of Finance scores with outlined vision for Jamaica's Ganja IndustryThe Minister of Finance Audley Shaw in his Budget Speech to Parliament on Thursday May 12th made it clear that Jamaica will move with a sense of Urgency in developing an international standard medical.....
| 2016-05-17 00:00:00
NWC will contribute to Golden Grove road repairsThe National Water Commission (NWC) is publicly indicating that it will be contributing to covering the costs of effecting needed repairs to the Golden Grove main road in St. Ann......
National Water Commission | 2016-05-12 00:00:00
Top draw jackpot doubled to $2,000,000 per dayFrom now until May 21, players of Supreme Ventures Top Draw game will have a chance to win double the daily jackpot!.....
| 2016-05-12 00:00:00
Four receive Excellence Awards in Hospitality Assured Caribbean Awards ProgrammeThree Caribbean hospitality businesses and one business advisor received excellence awards today in the Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO)’s first-ever Hospitality Assured (HA) Caribbean Awards Prog.....
| 2016-05-12 00:00:00
INDECOM probing fatal shooting in Wakefield - Appeals for cooperationThe Independent Commission of Investigations (INDECOM) has launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death of Jeffery Richards on May 10, 2016 at approximately 4:30 a.m. in Wake.....
INDECOM | 2016-05-12 00:00:00
Tourism Ministry calls emergency meeting to discuss Royalton Negril IncidentThe Ministry of Tourism has called an emergency meeting to discuss the implications of this morning’s incident in which a section of the Royalton Negril Resort and Spa, Hanover, which is under constru.....
Ministry of Tourism | 2016-05-10 00:00:00
State Minister meets with Department of Correctional Services staffMinister of State in the Ministry of National Security, Senator Pearnel Charles Jr. disclosed that an additional 300 cells are to be constructed at the Tamarind Farm facility as part of the drive to r.....
Ministry of National Security | 2016-05-10 00:00:00
Tourism Minister dispatches high level team to Royalton Negril ResortMinister of Tourism Hon. Edmund Bartlett has dispatched a high level team from the Ministry to visit The Royalton Negril Resort and Spa, Westmoreland where a section of the building, which is under co.....
Ministry of Tourism | 2016-05-10 00:00:00
Marcus Garvey Eisteddfod for St. Ann Parish Library May 12A schools’ Elocution Competition organized by the St. Ann Homecoming & Heritage Foundation will be staged at the St. Ann Parish Library, St. Ann’s Bay, on Thursday May 12, commencing at 10am......
| 2016-05-10 00:00:00
St. Lucia Zouks announce home 2016 CPL fixturesThe St. Lucia Zouks have announced their fixtures for the forthcoming 2016 HERO Caribbean Premier League (CPL) campaign and will open the home series of matches with an evening clash against St. Kitts.....
| 2016-05-10 00:00:00
KIWANIS CLUB OF NEW KINGSTON | 2016-05-12 00:00:00
Bunting condemns murder of third police officer since start of 2016Opposition Spokesperson on National Security, Peter Bunting, MP is expressing condemnation at the murder of yet another member of the police force, that of District Constable Lewis Robinson......
| 2016-05-09 00:00:00
PAJ invites media workers to discuss trade union representationThe Press Association will be highlighting the issue of trade union representation of media workers, at a special meeting on Sunday, May 15, 2016......
Press Association Jamaica Of Jamaica | 2016-05-09 00:00:00
GraceKennedy launches Third Annual GraceKennedy Heather Little-White Household Worker AwardGraceKennedy launched its Annual GraceKennedy Heather Little-White Household Worker Awards on Friday, May 6, at its Headquarters on Harbour Street in Downtown Kingston......
GraceKennedy Limited | 2016-05-09 00:00:00
Physical activity being used to tackle lifestyle diseasesResearch has shown that there is a strong association between the emerging epidemic of Chronic Non-Communicable Diseases (CNCDs) and lifestyle choices and for this reason, the Ministry of Health is en.....
Southern Regional Health Authority | 2016-05-06 00:00:00
Prime Minister urges Jamaicans to embrace the spirit of volunteerismPrime Minister Andrew Holness says Jamaicans must embrace the spirit of volunteerism to advance the country’s development agenda......
Office of the Prime Minister | 2016-05-06 00:00:00
2nd Annual International Safeguarding Children Conference well received by attendeesLocal and international stakeholders in child protection yesterday converged on the Mona Visitors Lodge, UWI, for day 1 of the 2nd staging of the International Safeguarding Children Conference, which .....
| 2016-05-06 00:00:00
Phone numbers now available for new Refunds OfficesTax Administration Jamaica (TAJ) is advising the public that the recently relocated sections of its refunds operations have now been outfitted with telephone lines for the public to call for assistanc.....
Tax Administration Jamaica (TAJ) | 2016-05-06 00:00:00
Bogue Power Plant now ready to use natural gasJPS has officially concluded work to convert the Bogue Power Plant in Montego Bay, St. James, to dual fuel capability......
Jamaica Public Service Company Limited | 2016-05-06 00:00:00
Ministry of Health encourages persons travelling to Yellow Fever areas to get vaccinatedThe Ministry of Health is encouraging persons to get vaccinated before travelling to yellow fever affected areas......
Ministry of Health (NERHA) | 2016-05-06 00:00:00
Grand Cayman to use Oxitec solution to suppress wild Aedes aegyptiOxitec and the Cayman Islands Mosquito Research and Control Unit (MRCU) announced a new plan to fight wild Aedes aegypti, the dangerous mosquito that spreads dengue, Zika and chikungunya, to prevent t.....
| 2016-05-05 00:00:00
Temporary closure of the Cornwall Regional Hospital LabThe Board of Management of the Western Regional Health Authority wishes to advise the public that the Cornwall Regional Hospital Lab has been temporarily closed......
| 2016-05-05 00:00:00
CPL statement in relation to venue of FinalsFollowing a number of media reports in the Caribbean, Damien O’Donohoe, Chief Executive Officer of the HERO Caribbean Premier League (CPL), has issued the following statement in relation to the venue .....
| 2016-05-05 00:00:00
Out of Many, One Jamaica Photo Exhibition in HamburgThe Jamaica National (JN) Foundation’s photographic exhibition Out of Many, One Jamaica was launched at the Town Hall in Hamburg, Germany, on 25th April 2016......
| 2016-05-05 00:00:00
New Cannabis Board approves long-awaited regulationsOne week after being appointed by Cabinet to lead the Cannabis Licensing Authority (CLA), a new Board of Directors has approved the regulations that will guide the start of Jamaica’s legal ganja indus.....
| 2016-05-05 00:00:00
RGD Death Symposium 2016The Registrar General’s Department (RGD) is hosting a Death Symposium on May 6, 2016 at the NHT Overtime Facility, 4 Park Boulevard, New Kingston......
Registrar General’s Department | 2016-05-05 00:00:00
Lupus Foundation of Jamaica opens new office on World Lupus DayTuesday May 10 will be observed As World Lupus Day, which will be used to bring further awareness to the plight of persons living with the disease......
| 2016-05-05 00:00:00
Minister of Health expresses condolences to family of slain missionariesMinister of Health, Dr. Christopher Tufton has expressed condolences on behalf of the team at the Ministry of Health to the family, friends and colleagues of Randy Hentzel and Harold Nichols who were .....
Ministry of Health (NERHA) | 2016-05-05 00:00:00
Coveted Canon Award bestowed on Jamaica-based dealerMultinational Corporation, Canon, has declared Jamaican retailer Appliance Traders Ltd. (ATL) a leader in service, following its attainment of the CANON Association of Technical Service Professionals .....
ATL | 2016-05-05 00:00:00
Update - Dislocated pipelines disrupt water supply in sections of St. ThomasThe National Water Commission (NWC) is advising customers served by WHITEHALL FACILITY in St. Thomas that they will continue to experience a disruption in their water supply as work is still ongoing t.....
National Water Commission | 2016-05-04 00:00:00
Can the private sector champion green economy transitions in the Caribbean?A new study just published in Sustainable Development, the journal of the International Sustainable Development Research Society, finds that the a big part of building a green economy really boils dow.....
| 2016-05-04 00:00:00
NDM comments on wave of murders in JamaicaThe NDM has expressed deep sadness, disappointment and deeply dismay at the spiralling wave of senseless murders in Jamaica......
National Democratic Movement | 2016-05-04 00:00:00
D’YUTES celebrates Teacher’s DayOnce a year we pay special attention to the supermen and superwomen of the classroom......
| 2016-05-04 00:00:00
UNESCO’s IFCD approves US60,000 to support Jamaica’s revision of National Culture PolicyThe Ministry of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport will lead the symbolic signing of the funding agreement between Jamaica and UNESCO’s International Fund for Cultural Diversity (IFCD) on Thursd.....
Ministry of Culture, Gender Affairs, Entertainment | 2016-05-03 00:00:00
JBU mourns the passing of two US missionariesThe Jamaica Baptist Union (JBU) mourns the loss of Pastors Randy Hentzel and Harold Nicholas, United States nationals, whose bodies were found on April 30, 2016......
Jamaica Baptist Union (JBU) | 2016-05-03 00:00:00
Water supply in sections of Clarendon to be affected by planned power outageThe National Water Commission is advising customers in some areas in Clarendon, that they are likely to experience disruptions in their regular supply on Thursday, May 5, 2016 from 9:00am to 5:00pm as.....
National Water Commission | 2016-05-03 00:00:00
Maintenance work to disrupt water supply in sections of St. Catherine & KingstonNational Water Commission (NWC) customers served by the Bybrook #2 Pumping Station in St. Catherine continue to experience a disruption in their service......
National Water Commission | 2016-05-03 00:00:00
A vibrant economy must be growing says IDB Regional HeadInter-American Development Bank (IDB) representative for Jamaica and newly appointed General Manager for the Caribbean Country Department, Therese Turner-Jones says the IDB wants to support the Caribb.....
| 2016-05-03 00:00:00
Eppley Limited launches Renounceable Rights Issue of Ordinary Stock UnitsThe Directors of the Company are pleased to announce a renounceable rights issue to existing Ordinary Stock Unit holders subject to the terms and condition set out in an informational circular (the “R.....
| 2016-05-03 00:00:00
Gary Barrow appointed Chief Technical Officer of JPSPresident & CEO of JPS, Kelly Tomblin, has announced the appointment of Gary Barrow as Chief Technical Officer (CTO) of JPS, a role designed in recognition of the fact that the strategic future of the.....
Jamaica Public Service Company Limited | 2016-05-03 00:00:00
Prime Minister attends Energy SummitPrime Minister Andrew Holness departs the island today (May 3) to participate in the United States Caribbean Central American Energy Summit meeting in Washington D.C......
Office of the Prime Minister | 2016-05-03 00:00:00
Regent Street SDA Basic School infrastructure upgradedThe Regent Street Seventh Day Adventist (SDA) Basic School in the Denham Town community of Kingston has received numerous structural upgrades to enhance the overall teaching environment, through fundi.....
EUROPEAN UNION | 2016-05-03 00:00:00
JCDC hosts Performing Arts Awards for Eastern participantsJamaica Cultural Development Commission Eastern Region will be hosting two awards ceremonies to recognize the outstanding schools and groups in that region for 2016 JCDC Performing Arts Festival Seaso.....
Jamaica Cultural Development Commission | 2016-05-03 00:00:00
High level transport group to meet Governor GeneralThe Transport Operators Development Sustainable Services (TODSS) is to lead a top level team of Public Transport Operators to pay a courtesy call on His Excellency the Most Honorable Sir Patrick Allen.....
| 2016-05-03 00:00:00
Food For The Poor extends 5K RegistrationLocal charity organization, Food For The Poor (FFP) Jamaica, has extended the registration period for its upcoming 5K Run/Walk, which will take place on Saturday, May 7 starting at 6:30 am at Emancipa.....
PROComm | 2016-05-02 00:00:00
NSWMA reports on fire at Haddon Disposal SiteThe NEPM Waste Management Limited through the National Solid Waste Management Authority (NSWMA) advises that a fire occurred at Haddon Disposal Site in Moneague St. Ann last evening......
National Solid Waste Management Authority | 2016-05-02 00:00:00
INDECOM Statistics – First Quarter 2016The Independent Commission of Investigations (INDECOM) recorded 212 complaints for the first quarter of 2016......
INDECOM | 2016-05-02 00:00:00
Maintenance work disrupt water supply in sections of St. Catherine & KingstonNational Water Commission (NWC) customers served by the Bybrook #2 Pumping Station in St. Catherine, are being advised that the system is presently out of operation to facilitate maintenance works......
National Water Commission | 2016-05-02 00:00:00
Bartlett outlines vision for Tourism at JAPEXTourism Minister, Edmund Bartlett pointed out to attendees at the launch of Jamaica Product Exchange (JAPEX) in Montego Bay over the weekend that the tourism industry will be instrumental in achieving.....
Ministry of Tourism | 2016-05-02 00:00:00
Opposition Spokesperson on National Security condemns brutal shooting of PolicewomanOpposition Spokesperson on National Security, Peter Bunting, MP is strongly condemning the fatal gun attack on Woman Corporal Judith Williams at Brae Street, in East Kingston......
| 2016-05-02 00:00:00
Wellness Tourism on fast track says BartlettIn the same way, the introduction of cannabis into treatment for diabetes among other illnesses will also play a role in diversifying the product that we market to tourists......
Ministry of Tourism | 2016-05-02 00:00:00
TAJ apologizes for Online System errorTax Administration Jamaica (TAJ) wishes to advise the public that it is aware that difficulties were experienced with making property tax and traffic ticket payments on its tax portal during the perio.....
Tax Administration Jamaica (TAJ) | 2016-05-02 00:00:00
CDA embarks on Islandwide activities for Child MonthWith less than a day to go before the observance of National Child Month, the Child Development Agency (CDA) will strengthen its focus on the mental, physical and nutritional health of the 4,400 chil.....
Child Development Agency | 2016-05-02 00:00:00
Pick up CXC Exam Time Table at schoolsAs the May/June examination season commences on Monday, May 2, the Education Ministry is advising candidates to collect their CXC timetables from their schools, if they have not yet done so......
Ministry of Education | 2016-05-02 00:00:00
Digicel launches scholarship and internship programme to celebrate ‘Girls in ICT’Digicel Business announced today that it will be offering a three-year scholarship valued at US$3,000 for young women to pursue tertiary level studies in the field of Information and Communication Tec.....
Digicel | 2016-04-29 00:00:00
Minister Chang tours the Artificial Groundwater Recharge System & Soapberry Treatment PlantMinister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth & Job Creation, Hon. Dr. Horace Chang, will this morning tour the National Water Commission’s Artificial Groundwater Recharge System in In.....
Ministry of Economic Growth & Job Creation | 2016-04-29 00:00:00
Michael Lee-Chin appointed growth CzarTHE PRIME MINISTER TODAY ANNOUNCED THE APPOINTMENT OF MR. MICHAEL LEE-CHIN AS THE GROWTH CZAR......
Office of the Prime Minister | 2016-04-29 00:00:00
Facebook & Digicel launch "Free Basics" in El SalvadorDigicel El Salvador and Facebook, the most important worldwide social network, yesterday announced the launch of "Free Basics"......
Digicel | 2016-04-29 00:00:00
Regent Street SDA Basic School infrastructure upgradedThe Regent Street Seventh Day Adventist (SDA) Basic School in the Denham Town community of Kingston has received numerous structural upgrades to enhance the overall teaching environment, through fundi.....
EUROPEAN UNION | 2016-04-29 00:00:00
Education Minister mourns death of Wolmers schoolboyMinister of Education, Youth and Information Ruel Reid has expressed sadness at the tragic death of J'Quan Forbes, a student of Wolmers Boys' School......
Ministry of Education | 2016-04-28 00:00:00
Statement, Comrades Grassroots Reasoning, held Sunday 24th April, 2016The organizers of Sunday’s Comrades Grassroot Reasoning, the New Foundations and New Foundations 95 P.N.P. Groups, have described the event as positive and successful......
| 2016-04-28 00:00:00
Three Digicel customers to ‘sprint to Brazil’ this AugustThree lucky Digicel customers will win the ultimate prize of an all-expenses paid trip for two to Brazil this August, with the launch of the Digicel ‘Sprint to Brazil’ promotion......
Digicel Jamaica | 2016-04-28 00:00:00
Samuda calls for new approach to T&T oil pricing and subsidiesMinister of Industry, Commerce, Agriculture & Fisheries, Hon. Karl Samuda, has signalled Jamaica’s dissatisfaction with the current oil pricing systems being used by Trinidad & Tobago (T&T)......
Ministry Of Industry, Commerce, Agriculture & Fish | 2016-04-28 00:00:00
Minister Chang tours three major NWC projectsHon. Dr. Horace Chang, Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth & Job Creation, on Wednesday April 27, 2016 toured sites relating to three major National Water Commission projects.....
National Water Commission | 2016-04-28 00:00:00
Official Funeral to be accorded to former MPThe Government of Jamaica will accord an Official Funeral to former Member of Parliament, Honourable Derrick Austin Rochester, OJ, CD......
Office of the Prime Minister | 2016-04-28 00:00:00
NRCA/NEPA supports dialogue on the reduction in use of plastics, styrofoamThe Natural Resources Conservation Authority/National Environment and Planning Agency (NRCA/NEPA) yesterday morning discussed the challenges presented by the unregulated use of non-biodegradable plast.....
National Environment and Planning Agency | 2016-04-28 00:00:00
Transport Authority issues stern warning to bus operatorsThe Transport Authority is issuing a stern warning to Public Passenger Vehicle (PPV) operators, to exercise due care, while transporting passengers and ensure compliance with the road traffic laws......
Transport Authority | 2016-04-27 00:00:00
INDECOM probes the death of 13 y-o J’Quan ForbesThe Independent Commission of Investigations (INDECOM) has launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death of 13 year old J’Quan Forbes, the son of a member of the JCF on April .....
INDECOM | 2016-04-27 00:00:00
The Spanish-Jamaican Foundation supports Cultural Heritage ResearchAs part of its efforts towards facilitating greater awareness of cultural heritage, and promoting an openness to multicultural understanding, collaboration and inclusiveness; The Spanish-Jamaican Foun.....
The Spanish-Jamaican Foundation | 2016-04-26 00:00:00
Labour & Social Security Minister to deliver relief supplies in flood-affected PortlandMinister of Labour and Social Security Honourable Shahine Robinson will today (Tuesday, April 26, 2016) tour flood-affected areas in Portland for first-hand observation and assessment of damage caused.....
Ministry of Labour and Social Security | 2016-04-26 00:00:00
100 days to Rio 2016 – until the magic begins!On April 27th, Flow joins International Olympic Committee (IOC) partners all over the world in celebration of the official 100-day countdown to the Rio 2016 Olympic Games......
FLOW | 2016-04-26 00:00:00
Boy’ Town mentorship department conducts tracer studyThe Boy’ Town mentorship department has conducted a tracer study of students who attended the Boys’ Town 15-18 Youth Development Programme at-risk program, started in 2009 and confirmed the chall.....
| 2016-04-26 00:00:00
Books4Kids Jamaica 5th online charity auction goes live!Books4Kids Jamaica announced today that its 5th Annual Online Charity Auction is set to go live on Thursday April 28, 2016......
| 2016-04-26 00:00:00
Update - Dislocated pipelines disrupt water supply in sections of St. Thomas & PortlandThe NWC is advising customers in some areas of St. Thomas, that their continued no water situation is due to dislocated pipelines on the network of a number of water treatment facilities......
National Water Commission | 2016-04-26 00:00:00
Prime Minister to break ground for New Housing DevelopmentUnder a Joint Venture arrangement , the SCJ Holdings Limited (SCJH) and Rivi Gardner & Associates will on Thursday, April 28, 2016, 11:00am on site (Chedwin Park Sports Facility), Innswood, Old Harbo.....
| 2016-04-26 00:00:00
Decline in marriages a serious threat to public health?The current decline in the number of marriages occurring annually, coupled with an increase in divorce rates in Jamaica and other Caribbean countries, is posing a serious threat to public health, soci.....
Southern Regional Health Authority | 2016-04-26 00:00:00
New EXIM Bank Board committed to stimulating economic growthThe newly-appointed Board of Directors of the National Export-Import Bank of Jamaica Limited (EXIM Bank) has hit the ground running with a commitment to doing its part in stimulating growth in the Jam.....
EXIM Bank Jamaica | 2016-04-26 00:00:00
Dislocated pipelines to disrupt water supply in sections of St. ThomasNWC customers in some areas of St. Thomas are presently without their regular water supply, due to dislocated pipelines caused by heavy rainfall......
National Water Commission | 2016-04-25 00:00:00
Plymouth University offer teachers free modules in Online Master’s DegreeThe Mico University College in partnership with Plymouth University and Sterling Asset Management has designed and implemented a pilot project to investigate the role of Subject Knowledge Enhancement .....
The Mico University College | 2016-04-24 00:00:00
IDT issues restraining order for Petrojam workersThe Industrial Disputes Tribunal (IDT) has issued a Restraining Order to workers of Petrojam Limited, who are represented by the Petroleum Workers’ Association (an affiliate of the Union of Clerical,.....
Ministry of Labour and Social Security | 2016-04-24 00:00:00
TAJ refunds operations to be relocated on MondayTax Administration Jamaica is advising the public that sections of its refunds operations currently located at 116 East Street (2nd Floor) Kingston will be relocated to the 6th Floor of the NCB Tower.....
Tax Administration Jamaica (TAJ) | 2016-04-25 00:00:00
Caribbean Cement Company completes demolition exerciseCaribbean Cement Company Limited successfully completed a demolition exercise and we are pleased to report that our goals were met with no injury or property damage......
Caribbean Cement Company Limited | 2016-04-24 00:00:00
Ashenheim Road emergency sewerage works may cause water disruptionsThe National Water Commission is advising the public that emergency remedial works on the Ashenheim Road Sanitary Sewer line in Kingston will result in unavoidable traffic diversions and delays in tha.....
National Water Commission | 2016-04-22 00:00:00
Final Contaminated Gasoline Report inconclusiveMinister of Science, Energy and Technology, the Hon. Dr. Andrew Wheatley, has acknowledged receipt of the Final Report from the Petroleum Trade Reform Committee regarding last year’s reports of contam.....
Ministry of Science, Technology, Energy & Mining | | 2016-04-22 00:00:00
INDECOM probing fatal shooting in St. JamesThe Independent Commission of Investigations (INDECOM) has launched an investigation into the fatal shooting of a civilian in Montego Bay, St. James at approximately 2:30 a.m......
INDECOM | 2016-04-22 00:00:00
Senior government officials address sustainable development priorities of the Caribbean“National ownership, strong integrated policy planning, and effective institutional coordinating mechanisms are required to foster partnerships and enhance programme implementation as the Caribbean em.....
| 2016-04-22 00:00:00
Transport Authority warns taxis to abide by colour coding specificationsThe Transport Authority is issuing a stern warning to operators of Hackney Carriages and Route Taxis to abide by the recently implemented colour coding specifications or face prosecution......
Transport Authority | 2016-04-22 00:00:00
St Ann receives new school buildingSouth Florida based Levitetz Family Foundation has once again, partnered with Food For The Poor Jamaica (FFP) to construct new facilities for the Toddlers Learning Centre (TLC) in St. Ann......
PROComm | 2016-04-22 00:00:00
Customs Agency implores business proprietors to protect trade marksIn keeping with recent media reports of counterfeit goods being sold in Jamaica, the Jamaica Customs Agency (JCA) is imploring trade mark owners and licensees, who are negatively impacted, to make a f.....
Jamaica Customs Department | 2016-04-22 00:00:00
Morehead-Cain Foundation announces Class of 2020The Morehead-Cain Foundation—home of the first merit scholarship program in the United States, and founded at the first public university in the U.S.—is proud to announce its class of 2020......
| 2016-04-22 00:00:00
ECLAC presents a debt alleviation strategyECLAC has made a call for the creation of a Caribbean Resilience Fund as part of a debt alleviation strategy based on a climate change swap proposal......
| 2016-04-22 00:00:00
Caribbean Airlines launches “H.U.M” CampaignCaribbean Airlines announces the launch of its “Happiest Ultimate Moments” – H.U.M campaign......
| 2016-04-22 00:00:00
Industry Minister discusses SME competitiveness with ITC Executive DirectorThe Honourable Karl Samuda, Minister of Industry, Commerce, Agriculture and Fisheries, yesterday met with Ms. Arancha Gonzalez, Executive Director of the International Trade Centre (ITC), in the margi.....
Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce | 2016-04-22 00:00:00
Jamaica ranked number three island in the world by TripAdvisorJamaica is celebrating its #3 ranking on the TripAdvisor® Travelers’ Choice™ awards’ “World’s Best Islands” list. TripAdvisor, the travel planning and booking website, highlighted the world’s top isla.....
Jamaica Tourist Board | 2016-04-22 00:00:00
Red Bull Wings for Life Selfie RunWhile thousands run in 34 official locations worldwide on May 8, 2016, at 11am UTC, the Wings for Life World Run app opens the global race up to everyone, everywhere......
| 2016-04-22 00:00:00
Red Stripe goes after ambitious export growth targetRed Stripe has given another big signal of its confidence in the Jamaican economy with an announcement Thursday that the company plans to double its exports by the year 2018......
| 2016-04-21 00:00:00
$640,000 paid out by MILO® Western RelaysThe organizers of MILO Western Relays paid out six hundred and forty thousand dollars on Wednesday to several schools and coaches who competed in the meet earlier this year......
| 2016-04-21 00:00:00
National Identification System on track for 2020The National Identification System (NIDS) project remains on track for full implementation by 2020, Project Director in the Office of the Prime Minister Denzil Plummer has noted......
| 2016-04-21 00:00:00
U.S. Representative advocates for small & multicultural media providersU.S. Representative Yvette D. Clarke (NY-09) remains steadfast in her efforts to urge the FCC to consider the potentially damaging impact the proposed ‘Set Top Box’ policy changes will have on small, .....
| 2016-04-20 00:00:00
PM Holness responds to earthquake in Eastern CaribbeanPrime Minister Andrew Holness says he is thankful that so far, there have been no reported deaths or serious injuries arising from the magnitude 6.9 earthquake which impacted Barbados and St. Vincent .....
Office of the Prime Minister | 2016-04-20 00:00:00
Health Research Conference to focus on family healthChild health, Zika, Healthy ageing and HIV AIDS are just some of the family health issues that will be addressed at the Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA) Health Research Conference this year......
| 2016-04-20 00:00:00
J$9.6 million donation to boost healthcare in Southern Region from JamalcoThe healthcare capacity in the Southern Regional Health Authority (SRHA) facilities will be boosted through the commitment of J$9.6 million dollars from bauxite/alumina company Jamalco......
Southern Regional Health Authority | 2016-04-20 00:00:00
Electricity prices plummet below US20 cents per kWhFor the first time in 10 years, Jamaicans are paying less than US 20 cents per kWh for electricity......
Jamaica Public Service Company Limited | 2016-04-20 00:00:00
Digicel customers win big in Diaspora ‘Grab-a-Gift’ promotionA total of thirty customers will win big this month in Digicel’s Diaspora top-up competition, Grab-a-Gift, which started on April 1......
Digicel | 2016-04-20 00:00:00
TPDCo launches 20th Anniversary celebrations with church servicesThe Tourism Product Development Company Ltd. (TPDCo) officially launched its 20th Anniversary celebrations on the weekend with a series of church services across the resort areas of Negril, Ocho Rios,.....
Ministry of Tourism | 2016-04-20 00:00:00
Jamaican M.A.D.E. Visual Arts Exhibition opens April 24The Jamaica Visual Arts Competition and Exhibition will launch its long-awaited exhibition, Jamaican M.A.D.E. (Main Audience Day Experience) on Sunday, April 24 at the Jamaica Conference Centre, 14 – .....
Jamaica Cultural Development Commission | 2016-04-20 00:00:00
Garnishment Policy now in effect at TAJIn its continued efforts to identify and bring tax evaders and avoiders to book, TAJ has now employed another strategy to bolster its enforcement and compliance activities with the introduction of Gar.....
Tax Administration Jamaica (TAJ) | 2016-04-20 00:00:00
PNP Heads being disingenuous says G2KGeneration 2000 (G2K), the Young Professional Affiliate of the Jamaica Labour Party, has labelled statements made by the heads of the PNP as disingenuous. G2K’s reaction follows erroneous statements m.....
G2K | 2016-04-20 00:00:00
INDECOM probing fatal shooting at the Olympic Gardens Police StationThe Independent Commission of Investigations (INDECOM) has launched an investigation into the fatal shooting of a civilian in the vicinity of the Olympic Gardens Police Station at approximately 6 a.m......
INDECOM | 2016-04-20 00:00:00
Gaming Lounge Operators form Jamaica Gaming AssociationThe operators of the 7 largest Gaming Lounge operations in Jamaica have announced the formation of the Jamaica Gaming Association (JGA)......
Supreme Ventures Limited | 2016-04-20 00:00:00
Lascelles Chin to receive international awardBusinessman and philanthropist Lascelles Chin will on Saturday, April 23 receive the American Friends of Jamaica (AFJ) Peacock Award for International Achievement......
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Water supply disruption to affect sections of St. CatherineThe National Water Commission is advising customers in some areas of St. Catherine, that the disruption they are presently experiencing in their water supply, is as a result of an electrical problem a.....
National Water Commission | 2016-04-19 00:00:00
Dis Poem Wordz & Agro FestivalOn Sunday April 24, Dub Poet and Agro consultant Ras Takura will present the 6th staging of DisPoem Wordz & Agro Festival 2016 in Portland, Jamaica......
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Minister Grange committed to positioning Jamaica as a global player“We are protecting the Blue and John Crow Mountains World Heritage site not only for ourselves, but for the people of the world,” declared Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Olivia .....
Ministry of Culture, Gender Affairs, Entertainment | 2016-04-19 00:00:00
MBJ brings airports experts and professional training courses to Montego BayMBJ Airports, the operator of Sangster International Airport, Jamaica’s leading international gateway majority owned by GrupoAeroportuario del Pacifico (GAP), will host the Airports Council Internatio.....
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Minister Bartlett to attend important UNWTO ConferenceMinister of Tourism Hon. Edmund Bartlett is set to participate in a high level symposium being hosted by the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) to explore ways to further encourage sust.....
Ministry of Tourism | 2016-04-18 00:00:00
Energy Minister calls on JPS to provide full report on power outagesIn the wake of power outages across the island over the week-end, Minister of Science, Energy and Technology, the Honourable Dr. Andrew Wheatley has called on the Jamaica Public Service Company (JPS) .....
Ministry of Science, Technology, Energy & Mining | | 2016-04-18 00:00:00
Service restored to JPS customers, as investigation continuesJPS is reporting that electricity supply was restored to customers last night (April 17), following a widespread outage that affected several parishes......
Jamaica Public Service Company Limited | 2016-04-18 00:00:00
Vocal Ink touching hearts & caressing minds"If yu nah write, den yu wrong and if yu cyaan read, it's hard to get along", Yasus Afari boldly asserts in his new groundbreaking novel, titled "Vocal Ink - The Mental Intercourse"......
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Green outlook for The Vistas at Runaway BayOver eighty new households in St. Ann are set to benefit from a multi-million dollar sustainable energy project commissioned by the Housing Agency of Jamaica Ltd. (HAJ) through design builder COMPLANT.....
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Mechanical problems cause water supply disruption in sections of St. MaryThe National Water Commission is advising customers in St. Mary who are served by the Boscobel Pumping Station that the disruption they are currently experiencing in their water supply is as a result .....
National Water Commission | 2016-04-18 00:00:00
National Gallery to open Digital Exhibition on April 24The National Gallery of Jamaica’s Last Sundays programme for April 24, 2016, will feature the opening of the Digital exhibition and a musical performance by Chevaughn......
National Gallery of Jamaica | 2016-04-18 00:00:00
Former West Indian Cricketer Franklyn Rose shares his story“I need to let people know what really happened, man. I am disappointed in the New Zealand Immigration system. I am very disappointed.”.....
West Indies Players' Association | 2016-04-18 00:00:00
Maintenance work affecting water supply in sections of WestmorelandThe National Water Commission (NWC) apologises to customers served by the Cave facility in Westmoreland for the continued interruption in their water supply......
National Water Commission | 2016-04-15 00:00:00
Jamaica to join the world in celebrating the Heritage of SportIn observance of Wold Heritage Day 2016, Jamaica will join the rest of the world in celebration, under the theme ‘The Heritage of Sport’, on April 18th......
Ministry of Culture, Gender Affairs, Entertainment | 2016-04-15 00:00:00
NIA welcomes items on legislative agendaNational Integrity Action welcomes the items on the legislative agenda, announced in the Governor General’s Throne Speech, relating to the strengthening of good governance in Jamaica and urges both go.....
National Integrity Action Limited | 2016-04-15 00:00:00
INDECOM charge JCF memberThe Independent Commission of Investigations (INDECOM) arrested and charged another member of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF)......
INDECOM | 2016-04-15 00:00:00
INDECOM charge JCF memberThe Independent Commission of Investigations (INDECOM) arrested and charged another member of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF)......
INDECOM | 2016-04-15 00:00:00
TAJ to carry out maintenance on specific online services this weekendTax Administration Jamaica (TAJ) wishes to advise that it will carry out routine maintenance on some online services from 9:00pm Saturday April 16 to 2:00am Sunday April 17, 2016......
Tax Administration Jamaica (TAJ) | 2016-04-14 00:00:00
Chief Justice congratulates Drug Treatment Court graduatesFifteen participants enrolled in the Drug Treatment Court Programme in the Parishes of Kingston and St. Andrew, St. Catherine, St. Thomas and St. James, successfully completed the programme and were r.....
Court Management Services | 2016-04-14 00:00:00
Transfer Pricing expert in Jamaica for week long official visitJamaica is continuing to receive overseas technical assistance on Transfer Pricing......
Tax Administration Jamaica (TAJ) | 2016-04-12 00:00:00
Civilians in triple fatal shooting in Westmoreland identifiedThe Independent Commission of Investigations (INDECOM) has confirmed the identity of the civilians killed in the triple fatal shooting incident in Westmoreland on April 8, 2016......
INDECOM | 2016-04-12 00:00:00
Planned JPSCo. Power outage & electrical problem affect water supplyThe National Water Commission is advising customers served by the Alman Hill and Cavaliers Pumping Stations in St. Andrew, that they will experience a disruption in service on Wednesday April 13, 2016.....
National Water Commission | 2016-04-12 00:00:00
Filing of 2016 General Election returnsFollowing the April 6 deadline for candidates or agents of candidates who contested the 2016 General Election to file their Election Returns of Expenses, the Electoral Office of Jamaica (EOJ) has rece.....
Electoral Commission of Jamaica | 2016-04-12 00:00:00
Caribbean Posh Magazine establishes The Region’s Premier Women’s Empowerment EventCaribbean POSH Magazine recently wrapped thevery successful premier edition of the Caribbean POSHGirl POWER Brunch: BVI earlier this month which was held on Scrub Island, the exclusive private destina.....
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INDECOM arrest and charge 2 police officers with murderThe Independent Commission of Investigations (INDECOM) this morning arrested and charged two police officers with murder......
INDECOM | 2016-04-12 00:00:00
Photo Release - TEF welcomes new ChairmanTourism Enhancement Fund (TEF) welcomes new Chairman......
Ministry of Tourism | 2016-04-11 00:00:00
Guardian Life makes record profit for third consecutive year2015 was another record year for Guardian Life Limited as the company achieved improved financial results for the third consecutive year......
Guardian Life Limited | 2016-04-11 00:00:00
FLOW supports Brand JamaicaWith less than a week to go before the official opening of the biennial Expo Jamaica 2016, telecommunications firm FLOW, on Friday gave its team members and other guests a preview of what can be expec.....
FlowJamaica | 2016-04-10 00:00:00
Net Billing resumes on April 11Customers of Jamaica Public Service Company Limited (“JPS”) will again be able to apply for licences to sell their excess electricity generated from renewable energy sources to the grid as of April 11.....
Ministry of Science, Technology, Energy & Mining | | 2016-04-08 00:00:00
Photo Release: Getting ready for the Gala for the GirlsThe Gala, the culminating event of St Andrew High School’s 90th Anniversary Homecoming Week April 10-16, raises funds for the building of a residential facility for students on the Cecelio Avenue camp.....
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Minister of Health plans to improve Oral Health PoliciesMinister of Health, the honourable Dr. Christopher Tufton plans to further develop Oral Health policies in a bid to improve these services to the public......
Ministry of Health (NERHA) | 2016-04-08 00:00:00
Disruption in water supply to affect sections of St. CatherineThe National Water Commission wishes to advise customers in some sections of St. Catherine, that they will experience a disruption in service on Saturday, April 09, 2016, from 9am to 5pm, this is to f.....
National Water Commission | 2016-04-08 00:00:00
Lotto player hits $45m JackpotSupreme Ventures Limited (SVL) is pleased to announce that one lucky Lotto player hit the Jackpot of $45 million on Saturday, April 2nd, 2016......
Supreme Ventures Limited | 2016-04-08 00:00:00
The Spanish-Jamaican Foundation supports Regional Disability Studies ConferenceOn March 16-17, 2016 the University of the West Indies Centre for Disability Studies (UWICDS), as part of its mission to “transform and empower disabled individuals throughout the Caribbean through th.....
The Spanish-Jamaican Foundation | 2016-04-08 00:00:00
Minister Bartlett to host seminar for newly appointed Board MembersHot on the heels of the Office of The Prime Minister’s announcement of the members of 52 public boards, Tourism Minister Hon. Edmund Bartlett is slated to host a seminar tomorrow (April 9) at the Mont.....
Ministry of Tourism | 2016-04-08 00:00:00
Jamaica & U.S. co-host public-private dialogue on Correspondent BankingIn recognition of the significant financial ties between the United States and the countries of the Caribbean, the Bank of Jamaica and the United States Department of the Treasury hosted a public-priv.....
U.S. Embassy, Kingston | 2016-04-08 00:00:00
NSWMA working to implement governance & operational improvementsThe National Solid Waste Management Authority (NSWMA) has identified the four areas of highest priority for action, which coincide with the recent Investigative Report of the Office of the Public Defe.....
National Solid Waste Management Authority | 2016-04-08 00:00:00
First batch of CPL tickets on sale now for 2016 seasonThe HERO Caribbean Premier League (CPL) are delighted to announce that the initial batch of tickets for the forthcoming season, which will be staged this year from 29 June – 7 August, are on sale now......
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NPTAJ expresses condolences to parents of Kemeisha ButlerThe NPTAJ expresses sincere condolences to the parents of young Kemeisha Butler who died recently under yet to be identified circumstances......
National Parent-Teacher Association of Jamaica (NPTAJ) | 2016-04-08 00:00:00
GraceKennedy Group CEO accepts International Entrepreneur of the Year AwardIt was a humble and grateful Don Wehby who, on Tuesday, April 5, became the first Jamaican to win the Young Caribbean Professional Network’s (YCPN) award as the International Entrepreneur of the Year.....
GraceKennedy Limited | 2016-04-07 00:00:00
Super All-Inclusive Fete on the Farm set for Sunday April 10In a unique show of “unity for humanity” longstanding non-profit service organization the Kiwanis Club of North St. Andrew and the Main Event Entertainment Group have joined forces in a partnership fo.....
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Education Minister, Youth Advocate confirmed for 2016 Safeguarding Children ConferenceEducation Minister Hon. Ruel Reid and multi-award winning youth advocate Nathaniel Peat, founder of the Safety Box, are among the latest influential speakers confirmed for the 2nd staging of the Inter.....
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No change to Pension Reform yet says JTAThe Jamaica Teachers’ Association (JTA) is reminding teachers that there is no change to arrangements for pensions, as the proposed Pension Reform is still not law......
Jamaica Teachers' Association | 2016-04-07 00:00:00
JTA supports teacher migrationThe Jamaica Teachers’ Association (JTA) says it is not against recruitment of Jamaican Teachers for overseas jobs but it is conscious of the negative effects migration of Jamaican teachers has had and.....
Jamaica Teachers' Association | 2016-04-07 00:00:00
Water supply disruption to affect sections of St. CatherineThe National Water Commission wishes to advise customers served by the Nutshell Pumping Station in St. Catherine that the disruption in service they are experiencing is due to a broken main on the wat.....
National Water Commission | 2016-04-07 00:00:00
Vandals target Flow fibres againVandals this week caused major disruption to FLOW Jamaica’s network severing the company’s fibre cables in the Hope Pastures area in Kingston......
FlowJamaica | 2016-04-07 00:00:00
Jimmy Riley – Inspiring sustainable institutions for Jamaica’s music industryCulture and Entertainment Minister, the Honourbale Olivia ‘Babsy’ Grange, speaking at the thanksgiving service for veteran reggae singer, Jimmy Riley, held at Webster Memorial United Church, pledged h.....
Ministry of Culture, Gender Affairs, Entertainment | 2016-04-06 00:00:00
Leader of Opposition keynote speaker at close-out ceremony in Majesty GardensLeader of the Opposition and Member of Parliament of South West St. Andrew, The Most Hon. Portia Simpson Miller, ON, MP, was the keynote speaker at the recent close-out and handing over ceremony for t.....
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Water supply disruption to affect sections of St MaryThe National Water Commission is advising customers in some sections of St Mary, that the disruption they are currently experiencing is as a result of emergency maintenance work being carried out at t.....
National Water Commission | 2016-04-06 00:00:00
NWC alerts public about scammersIt has once again come to the attention of the National Water Commission (NWC) that unscrupulous persons have been committing or attempting to commit acts of fraud against members of the public by cl.....
National Water Commission | 2016-04-06 00:00:00
Cabinet approves new National Health Fund BoardThe new Board of Management of the NHF was this week approved by the Cabinet......
Ministry of Health (NERHA) | 2016-04-06 00:00:00
#CPL16 CPL-bound Australia stars congratulate Sammy on prestigious stadium honourAustralia’s Zouks-bound duo for this year’s HERO Caribbean Premier League (CPL), Michael Hussey and Shane Watson, have sent messages of congratulations to West Indies team captain Darren Sammy followi.....
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NSWMA clarifies erroneous media reportsThe National Solid Waste Management Authority (NSWMA) takes note of stories reported erroneously stating that the NSWMA has hired the son of the Minister of Local Government & Community Development, H.....
National Solid Waste Management Authority | 2016-04-06 00:00:00
Jamaica’s Cannabis Industry start delayedIn response to numerous queries, the Cannabis Licensing Authority (CLA) has announced that it will not be accepting applications starting, April 4th as initially indicated......
| 2016-04-05 00:00:00
Crime Stop information leads to apprehension of alleged serial rapistInformation received by the PSOJ Run Crime Stop Programme in March has led to the apprehension and subsequent charge of a serial rapist by the Portmore Police......
The Private Sector Organisation of Jamaica | 2016-04-05 00:00:00
Food For The Poor 5k set for May 7In this Year of Mercy, one of the Corporal Works, ‘sheltering the homeless’ will receive the support of thousands of Jamaicans......
PROComm | 2016-04-05 00:00:00
JCC President’s Statement at the Meeting of the Board of DirectorsIt has become very evident that with all the best intentions, an unacceptably high number of Jamaican taxpayers will continue to be unable to realize their dream of owning a home, notwithstanding thei.....
Jamaica Chamber of Commerce | 2016-04-05 00:00:00
NIA comments on “Panama Papers” DebacleIn the light of the continuing exposures in the “Panama Papers” of how the rich, powerful and corrupt use secret companies and highly paid lawyers, bankers, accountants and real estate dealers to hide.....
National Integrity Action Limited | 2016-04-05 00:00:00
Gleaner Company Limited name changed to 1834 Investments Limited1834 Investments Limited, “1834”, (formerly The Gleaner Company Limited) today announced that it has commenced trading on the main market of the Jamaica Stock Exchange under its new name and represent.....
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JTA extends sympathy to families of teachers who diedThe Jamaica Teachers’ Association has extended sympathy to the family of 42-year-old Gail Anderson......
Jamaica Teachers' Association | 2016-04-04 00:00:00
Scotland welcomed in London as new Commonwealth Secretary-GeneralToday, in London, Rt Hon Patricia Scotland QC began her first day in office as Secretary-General of the Commonwealth of Nations. Nominated for the post by Dominica, she is the first woman to hold the .....
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Minister Bartlett to meet with tourism partners in New YorkMinister of Tourism Hon. Edmund Bartlett will travel to the United States today (April 4, 2016) to attend several important meetings with strategic tourism partners, including representatives of the J.....
Ministry of Tourism | 2016-04-04 00:00:00
JSEA selects a new Executive BoardThe Jamaican Solar Energy Association selected a new Executive Board at their Annual General Meeting on March 31, 2016......
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Current Property Tax Liabilities now available on TAJ websiteTax Administration Jamaica (TAJ) is advising those taxpayers paying their 2016/17 Property Tax online that the system has now been updated to reflect their current Property Tax liabilities......
Tax Administration Jamaica (TAJ) | 2016-04-04 00:00:00
TAJ apologises for online Property Tax system glitchTax Administration Jamaica (TAJ) is apologising to taxpayers intending to pay their 2016/17 Property Tax online......
Tax Administration Jamaica (TAJ) | 2016-04-01 00:00:00
Mandatory use of ASYCUDA World effective April 1, 2016The Jamaica Customs Agency wishes to advise the public that as at April 1, 2016, it will be mandatory to use the Automated System for Customs Data (ASYCUDA) world for all export and import declaratio.....
Jamaica Customs Department | 2016-03-31 00:00:00
Payment to Election Day workers in progressThe Electoral Office of Jamaica today completed uploading payments to the accounts of all Election Day workers for whom adequate banking information was provided......
Electoral Commission of Jamaica | 2016-03-31 00:00:00
Caribbean Airlines is the official travel partner for JMA/JEA Expo 2016Caribbean Airlines is the official air travel partner for the Jamaica Manufacturers' Association and the Jamaica Exporters' Association's (JMA/JEA) Expo 2016 and will offer fare discounts to registere.....
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Caribbean POSH Magazine adds Fashion Showcase to Inaugural Empowerment EventCaribbean POSH Magazine just announced a surprise addition to this weekend’s agenda for the first annual Caribbean POSHGirl Power Brunch: BVI which is set to take place on Scrub Island in the British .....
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Transport Authority says last minute rush caused delayThe Transport Authority says despite its best efforts, the last minute rush by public transportation operators to meet the March 31, 2016 deadline for renewal of their road licences, has affected the .....
Transport Authority | 2016-03-31 00:00:00
Exhale for Mental Health & Wellness Symposium set for April 14Northern Caribbean University’s Department of Communication Studies presents “Exhale”: a Mental Health Symposium and Lime at The Verandah, Juici Patties Head Office, Clarendon Park, May Pen on April 1.....
Northern Caribbean University | 2016-03-31 00:00:00
‘Be wary of scammers’ – JCA warns publicThe Jamaica Customs Agency (JCA) is warning members of the public to be wary of persons who are involved in illicit activities, including the sale of motor vehicles that were reportedly not sold on au.....
Jamaica Customs Department | 2016-03-31 00:00:00
Food for the Poor Jamaica frees 9 prisoners for EasterFood for the Poor (FFP) Jamaica has paid outstanding fines for the release of 10 prisoners in time for Easter, six from the St. Catherine Adult Correctional Centre, two from the Hunts Bay Police Stati.....
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Meadows welcomes intervention into Long Pong FactoryJamaica Labour Party (JLP) MP/caretaker Dennis Meadows is commending the government for its prompt action in intervening in the troubled long Pond Sugar Factory located in Clarks Town, Trelawny......
Jamaica Labour Party | 2016-03-30 00:00:00
Cabinet commences three days of consultationsCabinet this morning commenced three days of consultations at the Office of the Prime Minister......
Office of the Prime Minister | 2016-03-30 00:00:00
Minister McKenzie reassures citizens of improvement in garbage collection by weekendMinister of Local Government and Community Development, Desmond McKenzie is reassuring Jamaicans that measures are being put in place and every effort is being made to improve garbage collection acros.....
MINISTRY OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT & COMMUNITY DEVELOPME | 2016-03-30 00:00:00
Battle on in Performing Arts National ChampionshipsThe Jamaica Cultural Development Commission (JCDC) has dedicated the entire month of April to the Arts, hosting its annual Festival of the Performing Arts National Finals from April 5 to April 29......
Jamaica Cultural Development Commission | 2016-03-30 00:00:00
GraceKennedy Group CEO to receive 2016 International Entrepreneur of the Year AwardGraceKennedy Group CEO Don Wehby will, on April 5, 2016, be awarded the International Entrepreneur of the Year Award from the Young Caribbean Professional Network (YPCN), an organization based in Phil.....
GraceKennedy Limited | 2016-03-29 00:00:00
MSN Lifestyle rates Appleton Estate VX Rum & Grace Tropical Rhythms CocktailGrace Foods’ spirits are flying high after recognition from famed website msn, for one of the best signature cocktails served in flight......
GraceKennedy Limited | 2016-03-29 00:00:00
Property Tax for fiscal year 2016-17 due April 1Tax Administration Jamaica (TAJ) is advising all property owners that Property Tax for the 2016-2017 fiscal year is due April 1, and that persons have until the end of April to pay and avoid a 10% pen.....
Tax Administration Jamaica (TAJ) | 2016-03-29 00:00:00
Minister Wheatley requests Security Audit of Government WebsitesMinister of Science, Energy and Technology, Dr. the Honourable Andrew Wheatley, has requested that the websites of all Government ministries, departments and agencies (MDAs) undergo security audits in.....
Ministry of Science, Technology, Energy & Mining | | 2016-03-29 00:00:00
Inmates benefit from Chess in Prison ProgrammeSixteen inmates from the Tower Street Adult Correctional Centre have benefitted from the Chess in Prison Programme......
Ministry of National Security | 2016-03-24 00:00:00
State Minister meets with Commissioner of CorrectionsMinister of State in the Ministry of National Security, Sen. Pearnel Charles Jr. who has been assigned direct responsibility for the Department of Correctional Services (DCS) will be embarking on a to.....
Ministry of National Security | 2016-03-24 00:00:00
Digicel Play to offer Bravo Network across the CaribbeanDigicel Play will be offering Bravo to customers across the Caribbean in HD, it was announced today......
Digicel | 2016-03-24 00:00:00
Finalists chosen for Children’s Gospel SongForty-seven junior soloists, ensembles and choirs from across the island competed at the Jamaica Children’s Gospel Song Competition semi-final concert on Sunday, March 20, for a chance to be among the.....
Jamaica Cultural Development Commission | 2016-03-24 00:00:00
Digicel releases latest version of ‘My Digicel’ APPDigicel announced the release of the latest version (v5.34) of its ‘My Digicel’ app for Android smartphones, an interactive and user-friendly tool that allows customers to manage their overall mobile .....
Digicel | 2016-03-23 00:00:00
Justice Vivene Harris equipped with knowledge on Children in the U.S. Justice SystemShe’s easily one of the most affable Jamaican Supreme Court Judges you’ll ever come across......
U.S. Embassy, Kingston | 2016-03-23 00:00:00
WIPA extends its condolences to the family of Rangy NananThe executive and members of the West Indies Players’ Association wish to extend their deepest condolences to the family and friends of Rangy Nanan who passed away at the age of 62......
West Indies Players' Association | 2016-03-23 00:00:00
Minister Grange saddened by the passing of Reggae Singer, Jimmy RileyMinister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, the Honourable Olivia ‘Babsy’ Grange, says she was deeply saddened by the news that veteran Jamaican singer, Jimmy Riley, died in New York......
Ministry of Culture, Gender Affairs, Entertainment | 2016-03-23 00:00:00
Judges sensitized on protocols for persons with disabilitiesParish Court Judges are now better equipped to relate to members of the disabled community, especially persons who are deaf or hard of hearing......
Court Management Services | 2016-03-23 00:00:00
Tax Enforcement Action intensifies in Kingston & MandevilleTax Administration Jamaica (TAJ) continues to intensify its enforcement action against delinquent taxpayers through its Special Enforcement Team (SET), as it conducted operations in both the Kingston .....
Tax Administration Jamaica (TAJ) | 2016-03-23 00:00:00
Digicel acquires Tres Networks in CuracaoDigicel Group today announced that it has signed an agreement to acquire TRES Networks in Curacao for an undisclosed sum, pending Government approval......
Digicel | 2016-03-23 00:00:00
WIPA congratulates the Guyana JaguarsThe West Indies Players’ Association would like to extend congratulations to the 2015 -2016 WICB PCL champions the Guyana Jaguars......
West Indies Players' Association | 2016-03-23 00:00:00
Jamaicans participate in a U.S. State Department Sponsored Sub-Regional ProgramRecognized in their fields as emerging leaders in areas of law enforcement and governance, Omar Cover, Jamaican Defense Force, Cecile Maragh, Senior Director, Ministry of Finance and Planning and Andr.....
U.S. Embassy, Kingston | 2016-03-23 00:00:00
Jamaicans participate in a U.S. State Department Sponsored Sub-Regional ProgramRecognized in their fields as emerging leaders in areas of law enforcement and governance, Omar Cover, Jamaican Defense Force, Cecile Maragh, Senior Director, Ministry of Finance and Planning and Andr.....
U.S. Embassy, Kingston | 2016-03-23 00:00:00
Writers to explore “Healthy Eating” and “Road Safety” in 2016 Creative Writing CompetitionThe Jamaica Cultural Development Commission (JCDC), an agency of the Ministry of Culture, Gender Affairs, Entertainment and Sports, has partnered with the National Health Fund, Nestle Jamaica and the .....
Jamaica Cultural Development Commission | 2016-03-22 00:00:00
PM Holness condemns terror attack on Belgian CapitalPrime Minister Andrew Holness is expressing shock and deep regret at the attack on innocent civilians at the Zaventem International Airport as well as the Maelbeek City Metro in the Belgian capital Br.....
Office of the Prime Minister | 2016-03-22 00:00:00
C&W Business first to offer Contact Center in the CloudC&W Business, a division of Cable & Wireless Communications Plc (CWC), today announces that it will offer Cisco® Unified Communications as a Service over its multiprotocol label switching (MPLS) netwo.....
FLOW | 2016-03-22 00:00:00
Honey Bun Head attributes success to good corporate governanceMichelle Chong, CEO and co-founder of independent bakery Honey Bun, encouraged small businesses to adhere to best practices and implement good corporate governance at the opening of the three-week Eco.....
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Digicel signs new deal with NBCUniversalDigicel Play recently signed a major content deal with NBCUniversal International Distribution enabling Digicel Play to provide its customers with even more of everything they want – premium content t.....
Digicel | 2016-03-22 00:00:00
NLA to introduce increased fees for certain land transactionsEffective April 1, 2016 the National Land Agency (NLA) will implement an increase in fees in certain transactions under the Registration of Titles Act (Amendment of Eighteenth Schedule to the Act).....
| 2016-03-21 00:00:00
JPS to host Community Wellness Fair in Ellerslie Gardens & Tawes MeadowsOn Wednesday, March 23, JPS will host a Community Wellness Fair for the residents of Ellerslie Gardens and Tawes Meadows (formerly known as Tawes Pen), in the old capital, Spanish Town......
Jamaica Public Service Company Limited | 2016-03-21 00:00:00
Minister Bartlett pushes for partnership with CubaMinister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett does not believe the changing tide in relations between the United States of America and Cuba threatens Jamaica’s tourism market......
Ministry of Tourism | 2016-03-21 00:00:00
Scheduled JPSCo outage to disrupt water supplyThe National Water Commission is advising customers in some sections of St. Andrew, that they will experience a disruption in service on Wednesday, March 23, 2016, from 8am to 5pm, as a result of a sc.....
National Water Commission | 2016-03-21 00:00:00
Minister Grange lauds David Boxer on his 70th BirthdayRenowned Jamaican artist, Dr David Boxer, on the occasion of his 70th birthday, was lauded by the Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, The Honourable Olivia Grange, as an extraordi.....
Ministry of Culture, Gender Affairs, Entertainment | 2016-03-21 00:00:00
Failure of Strata Management highlights public consultationThe failure of the management of strata properties or strata corporations as they are referred to in the law, highlighted a public forum and consultation held by the Commission of Strata Corporations .....
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Financial Executive Stacie Ann Wright joinsGraceKennedy Group CEO, Don Wehby has announced the appointment of noted financial executive Stacie Ann Wright to the GraceKennedy Group, in the position of Business Development Executive. Ms Wright s.....
GraceKennedy Limited | 2016-03-21 00:00:00
Significant milestone reached on 190MW gas-fired Power PlantJamaica’s leading energy company, JPS, has announced that it has reached another significant milestone on the 190MW power plant project......
Jamaica Public Service Company Limited | 2016-03-21 00:00:00
IPP Earle deLisser has diedThe President of the National Democratic Movement, Mr. Peter Townsend, the Executive Members and all members and supporters wish to express our sincere sadness on the transition of Immediate Past Pres.....
National Democratic Movement | 2016-03-21 00:00:00
List Government Entities on the Junior Stock Exchange recommends Victoria Mutual ExecutiveDevon Barrett, General Manager of Victoria Mutual Wealth Management Limited, the investment arm of the Victoria Mutual Group, is urging the government to consider listing some of its entities on the J.....
Victoria Mutual | 2016-03-18 00:00:00
Minister of National Security hosts town hall meeting in Savanna-la-MarMinister of National Security, Hon. Robert Montague will host a town hall meeting at the Sean Lavery Faith Hall, Lewis Street, Savanna-la-mar, Westmoreland on Monday March 21, starting at 5:30pm......
Ministry of National Security | 2016-03-18 00:00:00
Interim Report on bad gas inconclusive says WheatleyMinister of Science, Energy and Technology, the Honourable Dr. Andrew Wheatley, has indicated that the Interim Report on the contaminated gasoline, which was prepared by the Petroleum Trade Reform Com.....
Ministry of Science, Technology, Energy & Mining | | 2016-03-18 00:00:00
March 20 is International Day of Happiness!Jamaica will join the international community on Sunday, March 20 to observe International Day of Happiness in recognition of the “relevance of happiness and well-being as universal goals and aspirati.....
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Minister Bartlett proposes creation of a Tourism Credit BankMinister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett has proposed the development of a special tourism credit bank to provide a well neededsource of funding for persons interested in investing in the tourism sec.....
Ministry of Tourism | 2016-03-18 00:00:00
GraceKennedy talks nutrition at Annual GK Foundation LectureFormer GraceKennedy Scholar Professor Marvin Reid focused on the issue of nutrition at the annual GraceKennedy Foundation Lecture, which took place on Monday, March 14 at the Jamaica Pegasus......
GraceKennedy Limited | 2016-03-18 00:00:00
Red Stripe launches ‘The Movement’Red Stripe, in its ongoing commitment to promote responsible drinking habits, will be incorporating edutainment into its awareness campaign with the focus on tackling underage drinking......
Red Stripe | 2016-03-18 00:00:00
Trucker’s unable to see benefits to be derived from use of New Toll RoadsThe All Island Truckers Association (A.I.T.A) has been in discussion with its members, including the Port Trailer Haulage Association (PTHA), regarding the proposed toll rates for the St. Catherine to.....
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Schneider Electric launches range of mobile power packsIn a bid to reducing the effect of prevalent power supply challenges on daily business and personal activities, Schneider Electric, the global specialist in energy management, recently launched an inn.....
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Employers Annual Return (S02) due March 31Tax Administration Jamaica (TAJ) is reminding ALL employers that their Employers Annual Return (S02) is due on March 31, 2016 and must be filed electronically via the TAJ Portal www.jamaicatax.gov.jm......
Tax Administration Jamaica (TAJ) | 2016-03-17 00:00:00
ACCA Chief Executive to address ICAJ/ACCA Joint SeminarHelen Brand, Chief Executive of ACCA, will address the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Jamaica (ICAJ) and Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) Joint Seminar this Friday, March 1.....
Institute of Chartered Accountants of Jamaica | 2016-03-17 00:00:00
Consolidated Bakeries Ltd- Management comments on audited year end resultsManagement is pleased to report that increased marketing efforts, company reorganization and our decision to strategically focus on products with growth potential have yielded encouraging results that.....
Consolidated Bakeries Ltd | 2016-03-17 00:00:00
OUR sees 29% customer contact increaseThere was an increase in the number of consumers making contact with the Office of Utilities Regulation’s (OUR’s) Consumer Affairs Unit during the October to December 2015 quarter, compared to the pre.....
Office of Utilities Regulation | 2016-03-17 00:00:00
Utility customers leave millions unclaimed at JPS, NWCMillions of dollars remain unclaimed by Jamaica Public Service Company Ltd (JPS) and the National Water Commission (NWC) customers who continue to neglect to claim for breaches of the Guaranteed Servi.....
Office of Utilities Regulation | 2016-03-17 00:00:00
CCRP enhancing benefits for the elderlyThe only criterion for becoming a member of the Caribbean Community of Retired Persons (CCRP) is age; you have to be 50 years or older to belong to this community......
Caribbean Community of Retired Persons | 2016-03-16 00:00:00
Red Bull Thre3style Experience for KingstonJamaican’s will get a taste of the Red Bull Thre3Style Experience in Kingston......
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IGT opens second computer lab in seven months with Mustard Seed CommunitiesThrough its After School Advantage programme, IGT donated eight computers and one printer to a home which caters to pregnant teens......
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Minister Wheatley requests brief on seized Honduran registered vesselMinister of Science, Energy and Technology, Dr. the Hon. Andrew Wheatley, says he notes with concern, the interception and seizure by Jamaican authorities, over the weekend of a Honduran registered ve.....
Ministry of Science, Technology, Energy & Mining | | 2016-03-16 00:00:00
JITSA elects New Board to drive IT Industry Mandates to 2018The Jamaica Information Technology and Services Alliance (JITSA) has a new Board of Directors to further drive its IT mandates for a two-year term, from 2016 to 2018......
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National Gallery to stage panel discussion on MasculinitiesThe National Gallery of Jamaica is staging a panel discussion to accompany its Explorations IV: Masculinities exhibition. T.....
National Gallery of Jamaica | 2016-03-15 00:00:00
TPDCo to lead drive to boost integrity of the Tourism ProductMinister of Tourism Hon. Edmund Bartlett has challenged the Tourism Product Development Company (TPDCo) and leaders of key subsectors of the industry to raise standards and maintain integrity within t.....
Ministry of Tourism | 2016-03-15 00:00:00
Emergency maintenance work to affect water supply to sections of WestmorelandThe National Water Commission (NWC) wishes to advise customers served by the Bluefields Water System that there will be a disruption in their regular water supply on Tuesday, March 15, 2016 between th.....
National Water Commission | 2016-03-15 00:00:00
Special arrangements in place for March 15 Tax DayToday (March 15) is the deadline for business persons, that is, companies, self-employed persons and employed persons with other income sources to file their Annual Income Tax Return for 2015 and decl.....
Tax Administration Jamaica (TAJ) | 2016-03-15 00:00:00
Women in Energy Conference a resounding successThe region’s first Women in Energy Conference hosted by the Women of JPS, concluded on Friday March 11, as a resounding success......
Jamaica Public Service Company Limited | 2016-03-13 00:00:00
Children in State care benefit from National Exiting Care ExpoClose to 700 children from State care got an opportunity to interact with several service providers and mentors through the second staging of the Child Development Agency’s National Exiting Care Expo,.....
Child Development Agency | 2016-03-12 00:00:00
JSE & Inter-American Development Bank host Stakeholder Engagement SessionThe Jamaica Stock Exchange (JSE) in partnership with the Inter-American Development Bank hosted a Stakeholder Engagement Session at the Jamaica Pegasus on Thursday, March 10, 2016, under the theme ‘Tr.....
Jamaica Stock Exchange | 2016-03-12 00:00:00
Kingston Wharves welcomes the MV Toronto Trader on its maiden VoyageKingston Wharves welcomed the MV Toronto Trader and its crew to Jamaica on Monday March 7......
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Culinary Workshops serving up exciting and healthy meal ideasThe Jamaica Cultural Development Commission’s (JCDC) Culinary Arts Programme will be hosting a series of regional workshops during the month of March to provide training opportunity and exposure to Ja.....
Jamaica Cultural Development Commission | 2016-03-10 00:00:00
Photo Release: Commissioner's cocktail reception for the 2016 LASCO Top Cop FinalistsCommissioner's cocktail reception for the 2016 LASCO Top Cop Finalists......
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NWC installing new solid state water meters in KingstonThe National Water Commission (NWC) will this week begin to install about 50,000 solid state water meters procured as part of its Non Revenue Water (NRW) programme for the Kingston Metropolitan Area W.....
National Water Commission | 2016-03-10 00:00:00
Photo Release: NCB Merchants MixerThe National Commercial Bank Jamaica Limited (NCB) recently hosted a 'Merchants' Mixer' to show appreciation for business clients' faithful support as the company underwent system upgrades......
| 2016-03-09 00:00:00
Lucky 13 as Red wins most Gold ADDY awards in the CaribbeanThe number 13 was lucky for Red Advertising & Marketing Ltd. as they won 13 Gold in the recently concluded American Advertising Federation 2016 ADDY Awards......
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Transport Authority investigates crash in Lawrence TavernThe Transport Authority has launched an investigation into a crash involving a Toyota Hiace minibus which plies the route Platfield to Constant Spring, which collided into an embankment and overturned.....
Transport Authority | 2016-03-09 00:00:00
Minister of Local Government holds meeting with Directors & Managers at NSWMAThe Minister of Local Government, Honourable Desmond McKenzie met with the National Solid Waste Management Authority (NSWMA) Management Team......
National Solid Waste Management Authority | 2016-03-09 00:00:00
LASCO Ambassadors promote the gift of life“Give a drop of love,” is the call from the reigning LASCO Ambassadors — LASCO/Nurse’s Association of Jamaica (NAJ) Nurse of the Year Treveen Palmer, LASCO/ Ministry of Education (MoE) Principal of th.....
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MAS2 TV- Official Content Partner of KingstOOn Animation Festival & CompetitionHot on the heels of their one-year anniversary, the OTT platform signs a landmark partnership with the KingstOOn 2016 Animation Festival, which comes to fruition, March 12th and 13th 2016, at Edna Man.....
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Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett says ‘Growth is the Mantra’On the heels of yesterday’s official swearing in of members of the new cabinet, the newly appointed Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, hit the ground running on his first day in office today (.....
Ministry of Tourism | 2016-03-08 00:00:00
INDECOM probing fatal shooting in Whithorn, WestmorelandThe Independent Commission of Investigations (INDECOM) has launched an investigation into the fatal shooting of a civilian in Whithorn, Westmoreland......
INDECOM | 2016-03-08 00:00:00
Environment Portfolio situated within the OPMPrime Minister Andrew Holness is pleased to advise that the environment portfolio is situated within the Office of the Prime Minister (OPM)......
Office of the Prime Minister | 2016-03-08 00:00:00
Jamaican companies target Central America for export at ExpoComer 2016Five Jamaican companies will head to Panama to show their products at Central America’s largest trade exhibition Exposición Comercial Internacional (EXPOCOMER) on March 9-12, 2016......
JAMPRO | 2016-03-08 00:00:00
Election Day Workers to be paid by end of MarchIn response to queries from Election Day Workers (EDWs) and members of the media, the Electoral Office of Jamaica (EOJ) wishes to advise interested parties that it is making arrangements for EDWs and .....
Electoral Commission of Jamaica | 2016-03-08 00:00:00
Power supply problems disrupt operation of water supply systemThe National Water Commission wishes to advise customers served by the Apple Farm Deep Well in St. Thomas that the disruption they are experiencing in their service is due to power supply problems whi.....
National Water Commission | 2016-03-08 00:00:00
Pipeline repairs to disrupt water supply in sections of Port AntonioThe National Water Commission is advising that it will be conducting major repairs to a 16 inches transmission pipeline in Port Antonio, tomorrow Wednesday, March 9, 2016 between the hours of 9:00am a.....
National Water Commission | 2016-03-08 00:00:00
1spotmedia delivers PAY PER VIEW streaming of ISSA/Grace Kennedy Boys & Girls Championships 2016The RJR Communications Group brings live coverage of the 2016 ISSA/Grace Kennedy Boys and Girls Championships for the world to see anywhere, anyplace, anytime! Download our app, 1spotmedia, on Android.....
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One week to Income Tax March 15 Filing DeadlineWith one week left for the filing of Annual Income Tax Returns for the year 2015 and to declare Estimated Income and Tax Payable for the year 2016, Tax Administration Jamaica (TAJ) is increasing its a.....
Tax Administration Jamaica (TAJ) | 2016-03-08 00:00:00
UCJ celebrates quality assurance in Tertiary Education WeekThe University Council of Jamaica (UCJ) will celebrate its 11th Annual Quality Assurance in Tertiary Education Week, from March 7-11, 2016......
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Best Dressed Fun in the Son set for National Heroes Park, July 16The 2016 staging of the Best Dressed Fun in the Son - the Caribbean’s premier gospel event - is set for Saturday, July 16, at the National Heroes Park......
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Jamaica Labour Party | 2016-03-08 00:00:00
NCOTA congratulates JLP & Prime MinisterThe National Council of Taxi Association wishes to use this medium to congratulate the Jamaica Labor Party and Prime Minister The Most Honorable Andrew Holness on their recent victory at the poles......
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NCB to host free E-Commerce Summit for SMEsIn the age of the smartphone and globalised customer expectations, e-commerce represents the future of shopping in Jamaica......
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More chances to win with Cash Pot ‘Inch’Supreme Ventures Limited (SVL) has announced that Cash Pot players now have two more chances to win with the Cash Pot Inch promotion, now until April 2......
Supreme Ventures Limited | 2016-03-03 00:00:00
JCC congratulates JLP and urges collaborationThe Jamaica Chamber of Commerce extends its congratulations to Prime Minister elect Andrew Holness and the Jamaica Labour Party and notes that while its winning Parliamentary margin is razor-thin, it .....
Jamaica Chamber of Commerce | 2016-03-03 00:00:00
C&W Business & Scala announce new partnershipC&W Business, part of C&W Communications (CWC), today announces a partnership with U.S. based Scala, Inc., the leading provider of end-to-end software solutions for digital signage, visual communicati.....
FLOW | 2016-03-02 00:00:00
Art Gallery of Mississauga's 13th Annual Fine Art AuctionTickets are now on sale for the Art Gallery of Mississauga's 13th Annual Fine Art Auction, taking place Thursday April 28th, 6 p.m. at Mississauga Civic Centre......
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Traffic diversion along Spanish Town RoadThe National Work Agency (NWA) is advising motorist that a section of Spanish Town Road in St. Andrew will tomorrow, Thursday, March 3, be reduced to single lane in order to facilitate emergency repai.....
National Works Agency | 2016-03-02 00:00:00
Pipeline works to disrupt water supply along Spanish Town Road & surrounding areasThe National Water Commission is reporting that it will be conducting repair works to a 28 inches pipeline along Spanish Town Road, tomorrow, Thursday, March 3, 2016......
National Water Commission | 2016-03-02 00:00:00
Leak causes water supply disruption sections of St CatherineNational Water Commission customers in sections of St. Catherine who are served by the Nutshell & Ewarton Relift Stations are being advised that the disruption they are experiencing in their service i.....
National Water Commission | 2016-03-02 00:00:00
Environmental Sector suggests priority areas for Prime Minister ElectWe, the undersigned groups, congratulate the Jamaica Labour Party (JLP) on their win in Jamaica’s recent national election and offer our support and assistance in achieving the environmental objective.....
Jamaica Environment Trust | 2016-03-01 00:00:00
FFP celebrates 34 yearsSince its inception in 1982, international relief and development organization Food For The Poor Inc as completed 2,286 water projects, built and repaired over 350 schools, and built more than 107,800.....
PROComm | 2016-03-01 00:00:00
JTA regrets passing of Mt Airy Principal & HEART Trust teacherThe Jamaica Teachers’ Association (JTA) regrets the untimely passing of Devon Brown, Principal of Mt. Airy, Clarendon......
Jamaica Teachers' Association | 2016-03-01 00:00:00
Governor-General’s Achievement Awards Nominations now openNominations for the esteemed Governor-General’s Achievement Awards (GGAA), part of the Governor-General’s Programme for Excellence (GGPE), is now open to the public......
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Devon Dick to lead the 40,000 strong Baptist UnionReverend Dr. Devon Dick, Pastor of one of the fastest growing Baptist churches in Kingston was installed on Sunday, (28 February) as President of the Jamaica Baptist Union in the closing services of t.....
Jamaica Baptist Union (JBU) | 2016-02-29 00:00:00
NEPA urges public to give feedback on Protected Area Management PlansThe National Environment and Planning Agency (NEPA) is encouraging members of the public to participate in the development of the management plans for the Ocho Rios Marine Park and the Palisadoes-Port.....
National Environment and Planning Agency | 2016-02-29 00:00:00
PAJ alarmed at reports of threats to journalistThe Press Association of Jamaica is alarmed at reports that Nationwide reporter Abka Fitz-Henley has been forced to take security precautions after receiving death threats......
Press Association Jamaica Of Jamaica | 2016-02-29 00:00:00
Caribbean POSH Magazine announces panelists for 1st Annual POSHGirl Power Brunch: BVICaribbean POSH Magazine Publisher and Founding Editor, Janette Brin, announced today the panelists for the first annual Caribbean POSHGirl Power Brunch: BVI which is set to take place on April 2nd on .....
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Initiatives to prevent child sexual abuse supported by community leadersThe Diaspora NUH GUH DEH Campaign is working to ensure a cohesive effort in combating child sex abuse in the local and international community......
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Festival song kick starts 50th year with Semi-Final ConcertThis Thursday, March 3 will see the top 26 semi-finalists in the Jamaica Festival Song Competition go head to head at the Ranny Williams Entertainment Centre for a chance to become one of the competit.....
Jamaica Cultural Development Commission | 2016-02-29 00:00:00
Caribbean Anti-Money Laundering Conference 2016Heads of Regulatory Agencies and Business Leaders from across 25 territories in the Americas will meet at the 2016 Annual Caribbean Anti-Money Laundering & Financial Crimes Conference to discuss the l.....
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IMPACT Justice hosts Community Mediation Training in GrenadaPolice officers, community activists, educators, business persons and social workers are among a group of 35 persons to receive training as community mediators under the Canadian Government funded, Im.....
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Digicel launches donation line to help FijiDigicel is calling on its customers across the region to show their support for those affected in Fiji by Cyclone Winston with the launch of its #TogetherforFiji text donation line......
Digicel | 2016-02-26 00:00:00
Antigua and Barbuda pioneering in clean energy in the CaribbeanAntigua and Barbuda’s electricity sector has just got much closer to becoming the greenest in the whole of the Caribbean......
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Holness meets with Governor-GeneralThis morning Prime Minister-Elect, Andrew Holness, met with the Governor-General to discuss arrangements for the transition of government......
Jamaica Labour Party | 2016-02-26 00:00:00
Photo Release: NCB provides five-month business training for SMEsNCB provides five-month business training for SMEs......
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Have you seen missing American Senior Citizen Winnie Senica?Have you seen this lady? She is 79 year old American Winnie Senica who came to Montego Bay, Jamaica from California on October 19, 2015 and was supposed to go home on October 29 – however, she has no.....
The Private Sector Organisation of Jamaica | 2016-02-26 00:00:00
FLOW Study Partner Ricardo Allen selected for Whitehouse YLAI FellowshipRicardo Allen, the young CEO of One on One Educational Services Ltd. and FLOWStudy partner has been selected to participate in the 2016 Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative (YLAI) pilot project wh.....
FlowJamaica | 2016-02-26 00:00:00
PSOJ congratulates Andrew Holness & JLPThe Private Sector Organisation of Jamaica (PSOJ) congratulates Andrew Holness and the Jamaica Labour Party (JLP), on being selected by the people of Jamaica to form the new government......
The Private Sector Organisation of Jamaica | 2016-02-26 00:00:00
NGJ’s February Last Sundays to feature Tribe SankofaThe National Gallery’s programme for Last Sundays on February 28, 2016 will feature Tribe Sankofa with Black Bodies and two exhibitions, Explorations IV: Masculinities and Tribute to Barrington Watson.....
National Gallery of Jamaica | 2016-02-26 00:00:00
Early closure of Tax OfficesTax Administration Jamaica wishes to advise its customers that due to the General Elections, all tax offices and business locations will be closed for business Thursday February 25, 2016 at 1:00 pm......
Tax Administration Jamaica (TAJ) | 2016-02-24 00:00:00
BITU responds to National Workers UnionPresident of the Bustamante Industrial Trade Union Kevan Gayle has responded to a statement issued by Granville Valentine, President of the National Workers' Union. Mr. Gayle said that the statement w.....
Jamaica Labour Party | 2016-02-24 00:00:00
Cable & Wireless Jamaica returns to profitabilityCable & Wireless Jamaica Limited returned to profitability for the first time in 8 years during the third quarter of the financial year which ended December 31, 2015......
FlowJamaica | 2016-02-24 00:00:00
Jamaica CAUSE invites the parties to key post- elections meetingThe church-led civil society movement, Jamaica CAUSE will be inviting the parties that will form the new government and opposition, to a meeting after the general elections......
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Countdown begins for Rio 2016 Paralympic GamesOn 20 February begins the countdown for the 200 daysuntil the opening of the 2016 Paralympic Games in Rio.For at least 100 years, athletes with some sort ofdisability have competed in these games......
Embassy of Brazil | 2016-02-23 00:00:00
Court says INDECOM entitled to disciplinary records of police officers being investigatedThe Independent Commission of Investigations (INDECOM) last Wednesday, (February 17, 2016) received the decision in a matter brought by the Commission against the Commissioner of Police and the Attorn.....
INDECOM | 2016-02-23 00:00:00
NLPBC hands over cheque to Eira Schader Home for the AgedThe National Leadership Prayer Breakfast Committee (NLPBC) on February 23, 2016 handed over a cheque valued at over five hundred thousand dollars to the Eira Schader Home For The Aged in Trench Town, .....
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Tourism Linkages Hub to host Third Speed Networking EventThe Ministry of Tourism and Entertainment’s Tourism Linkages Hub has issued an open call for local businesses to register to participate in the third staging of the ‘Tourism Linkages Speed Networking .....
Ministry of Tourism | 2016-02-23 00:00:00
C&W Business awarded 2015 Mid-Market Partner of the Year by AvayaC&W Business, part of Cable & Wireless Communications, Plc (CWC), has announced its recognition by Avaya, a global leader in business communications software, systems and services, as the 2015 Mid-Mar.....
FLOW | 2016-02-23 00:00:00
Cross Roads Tax Office now relocatedThe Cross Roads Tax Office now has a new home at The H.I. Henriques Building, 15A Old Hope Road, Kingston 5, which is located across from the previous location......
Tax Administration Jamaica (TAJ) | 2016-02-23 00:00:00
Old Harbour Bay Football Club receives sponsorship from Gore Developments LtdThe Old Harbour Bay Football Club is set to benefit from sponsorship from Gore Developments Limited, which will assist with coach's salary, transportation and purchase of additional gear to better equ.....
Gore Developments Limited | 2016-02-23 00:00:00
Carib Cement announces upcoming price adjustmentsCarib Cement is pleased to announce that effective March 1, 2016 customers making cash purchases will benefit from an additional 1.5% discount on all purchases made from the Company......
Caribbean Cement Company Limited | 2016-02-23 00:00:00
Sixty-three percent turnout for special services votersThe sorting of ballots by the Electoral Office of Jamaica (EOJ) indicates that 63 percent of the police, military and Election Day workers (EDWs) voting population cast their ballots at 282 polling s.....
Electoral Commission of Jamaica | 2016-02-23 00:00:00
GraceKennedy Anniversary Week of Celebrations ends on a high noteSister Sledge’s ‘We Are Family’ was the closing number for the Crowning of GK’s Karaoke Kings and Queens held at GK’s head office on Friday February 19......
GraceKennedy Financial Group | 2016-02-23 00:00:00
Leonard Percival Howell and the Genesis of Rastafari Book LaunchLeonard Percival Howell and the Genesis of Rastafari is a ground-breaking addition to Rastafari studies......
University of the West Indies | 2016-02-23 00:00:00
JLP Spokesperson addresses response to JLP RallyJLP Spokesperson Kamina Johnson Smith addresses the positive response to the JLP Rally in Half-Way Tree and Mr. Holness' speech......
Jamaica Labour Party | 2016-02-23 00:00:00
Mechanical problems cause water supply disruption in sections of St. CatherineThe National Water Commission wishes to advise customers served by the Jericho Well in St. Catherine that the disruption they have been experiencing in their water supply is due to mechanical problems.....
National Water Commission | 2016-02-23 00:00:00
Ministry of Health officials express sadness at passing of Dr. Suzanna RoyeMinister of Health, the Honourable Horace Dalley, Permanent Secretary, Dr. Kevin Harvey and the Chief Medical Officer Dr. Winston De La Haye have expressed sadness at the passing of Dr. Suzanna Roye .....
Ministry of Health (NERHA) | 2016-02-23 00:00:00
Brown takes 2016 Sagicor Sigma Corporate RunOf the thousands that participated at the 18th staging of the Sagicor Sigma Corporate Run, 30 year old Kirk Brown clocked the fastest time of 17 minutes and 15 seconds in the Male Run category registe.....
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CLA announces April 4 start dateThe Cannabis Licensing Authority (CLA) has announced that it will be ready to accept applications for ganja licenses for Monday, April 4, 2016......
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Digicel launches exciting Grand Prix Shopping SpreeFollowing on the heels of its super-successful Grand Prix Athletics Championship, which ended on Saturday, February 20, Digicel is giving its customers a chance to continue on a winning streak with an.....
Digicel | 2016-02-22 00:00:00
Jamaica’s Ricardo Allen for YLAIDriven, is the word which fully defines Ricardo Allen, Jamaica’s participant in the Youth Leaders of the Americas Initiative (YLAI), who was selected by the U.S. Department of State......
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GJFA to sponsor Medical SymposiumThe Guyana-Jamaica Friendship Association (GJFA) in conjunction with Fly Jamaica Airways will be sponsoring a medical symposium in collaboration with the Ministry of Public Health, Guyana at the Arthu.....
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Local & International Businesses collaborate on Women in Energy ConferenceA number of local and international companies have signaled their intention to partner with JPS to host the first ever Women in Energy Conference to be held in the Caribbean......
Jamaica Public Service Company Limited | 2016-02-22 00:00:00
Jamaica has first confirmed death from Swine FluJamaica Labour Party responds to the first confirmed death from H1 N1......
Jamaica Labour Party | 2016-02-22 00:00:00
Come clean on H1N1, Zika V & Dengue implores Malahoo ForteShadow Minister of Health Marlene Malahoo Forte is calling on Health Minister Horace Dalley to provide an update to the nation on H1 N1 and in particular to tell the country what measures the governme.....
Jamaica Labour Party | 2016-02-22 00:00:00
Media & Political Parties to cease campaign output at defined periods before Election DayThe Broadcasting Commission and the Electoral Commission have again solicited the co-operation of political parties and the electronic and print media in ensuring that citizens are allowed a period of.....
Broadcasting Commission | 2016-02-19 00:00:00
ECJ engages Election Day Workers in St JamesThe Electoral Commission of Jamaica (ECJ) met with Election Day workers in St. James on Thursday, February 18 to discuss issues affecting the parish......
Electoral Commission of Jamaica | 2016-02-19 00:00:00
Questions about the sale of Dunn's River Falls to the Chinese?The NDM is asking the Prime Minister of Jamaica to state categorically to the people of Jamaica NOW, before the Elections, whether or not Dunn’s River Falls is being considered for sale or has alread.....
National Democratic Movement | 2016-02-19 00:00:00
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St Hugh’s High Alumnae to support Science & Mathematics ProgrammeCelebrated Astronomer & Astrophysicist motivated St Hugh’s High Alumnae to support Science and Mathematics Programme.....
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Medical Associates Hospital reiterates full confidence in its CEOConfidence that CEO Dr. Michael Banbury will be acquitted of charges.....
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WIPA extends its condolences to the family & friends of Andy GanteaumeThe Board of Directors and members of the West Indies Players’ Association wish to extend their condolences to the family and friends of Andy Ganteaume who passed away on Wednesday at the age of 95......
West Indies Players' Association | 2016-02-18 00:00:00
PM encourages youth leaders to strive for excellencePrime Minister Portia Simpson-Miller on Wednesday, February 17 reminded a group of young persons that they are the ones to take the reins of the country in the future, urging them to continue to striv.....
Office of the Prime Minister | 2016-02-18 00:00:00
St. Andrew Workforce College launchedThe St. Andrew Workforce College was today launched by the Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Hon. Anthony Hylton and the Minister of Education, Hon. Ronald Thwaites......
Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce | 2016-02-18 00:00:00
JDC disappointed by decision of PNPThe Jamaica Debates Commission (JDC) is disappointed by the decision of the People’s National Party not to participate in political debates ahead of the upcoming general election......
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World Bank Group provides $150 million to combat Zika VirusIn order to support countries in Latin America and the Caribbean affected by the Zika virus outbreak, the World Bank Group announced today that it has made US$150 million immediately available......
World Bank Organization | 2016-02-18 00:00:00
Flow scores another winning football partnership with Manchester UnitedTelecommunications FLOW will today unveil further details about its landmark deal with Premier League football club Manchester United ( Man UTD) –the only telecoms brand in the region with extensive.....
FLOW | 2016-02-18 00:00:00
GraceKennedy Team cleans over 1,000 lbs. of garbage from Kingston HarbourIn true ‘we care’ spirit, and spearheaded by its Group CEO, Don Wehby, a GraceKennedy team comprising some 60 volunteers from across the company’s subsidiaries, spent Wednesday morning cleaning garbag.....
GraceKennedy Limited | 2016-02-18 00:00:00
Water supply disruption in sections of St. MaryThe National Water Commission is advising customers in sections of St. Mary who are served by the White River and Highgate water supply facilities that the disruption they are experiencing in their se.....
National Water Commission | 2016-02-18 00:00:00
Roadblocks by political opponents disrupting Seiveright’s CampaignJamaica Labour Party (JLP) St. Thomas Eastern Campaign Management Team Liaison Richard Porteous today expressed disgust at a dangerous and disruptive strategy of roadblocks being carried out by politi.....
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Ministry of Health launches National Cleanup DayThree communities, Old Braeton and Reeds Pen in Portmore and Rivoli in Spanish Town St. Catherine, will be the focus of the National Cleanup day activities this Saturday February 20......
Ministry of Health (NERHA) | 2016-02-17 00:00:00
Photo Release: J$15.7 million allocated by TEF to upgrade sidewalks in St. JamesJ$15.7 million allocated by TEF to upgrade sidewalks in St. James......
Ministry of Tourism | 2016-02-17 00:00:00
UWI Research Days opens todayThe 17th staging of the University of the West Indies (UWI), Mona Campus’ Research Days officially opens to the public today, Wednesday, February 17 at 2:00 PM......
| 2016-02-17 00:00:00
PNP still says no to debateThe Jamaica Debates Commission has been advised by the People’s National Party that it is “not prepared to participate in any debate with the Jamaica Labour Party unless and until the Leader of the Op.....
| 2016-02-17 00:00:00
Popcaan adds $100K bonus to Digicel Grand Prix FinalsIn addition to his highly-anticipated performance at the Digicel Grand Prix finals on Saturday, popular Dancehall artiste Popcaan is also pledging $100,000 in cash, which will be awarded to the top tw.....
Digicel | 2016-02-17 00:00:00
Ministry of Youth and Culture congratulates Morgan HeritageThe Ministry of Youth and Culture congratulates Morgan Heritage on winning the Grammy for Best Reggae Album at the 58 Grammy Awards held last evening at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, California......
Ministry of Youth and Culture | 2016-02-17 00:00:00
Tax Support Sessions now onWith a little over one month remaining to the March 15 Income Tax due date, activities are in high gear by Tax Administration Jamaica (TAJ) to help hundreds of small businesses and self-employed perso.....
Tax Administration Jamaica (TAJ) | 2016-02-17 00:00:00
Kiwanis Club gives Valentine Day Love Treat to indigentArguably Valentine's Day is one of the most popular holidays, inspiring a flurry of card and gift giving mostly to those we love romantically as well as those in platonic relationships and among famil.....
KIWANIS CLUB OF NEW KINGSTON | 2016-02-17 00:00:00
York Castle High School wins Rita Marley Foundation Public Speaking CompetitionTen High Schools vied for the coveted title of Rita Marley Foundation Excellence in Public Speaking on Friday Feb. 12 at UWI, Mona......
| 2016-02-16 00:00:00
Simply Myrna for Devon House Gardens March 5First Lady of Jazz and lovers rock, Dr. Myrna Hague Bradshaw, certainly has a knack for selecting the right acts to bring added vibrancy to her annual Simply Myrna stage show......
| 2016-02-16 00:00:00
PM congratulates Morgan HeritageCongratulatory Message by Prime Minister the Most Hon. Portia Simpson Miller on the Occasion of Morgan Heritage Winning the Grammy Award for the Best Reggae Album.....
Office of the Prime Minister | 2016-02-16 00:00:00
JLP responds to PNP Manifesto“Behind the glossy pages and stock photos of a Jamaica that does not exist under the PNP’s government, there is more of the same promises that have been made time and time again......
Jamaica Labour Party | 2016-02-16 00:00:00
Relocation of Cross Roads Tax OfficeThe Cross Roads Tax Office will have a new home effective February 22, 2016, when it will be relocated to The H.I. Henriques Building, 15A Old Hope Road, Kingston 5 (across from the existing tax offic.....
Tax Administration Jamaica (TAJ) | 2016-02-16 00:00:00
Mass Cervical Cancer Screening for ManchesterHundreds of women between the ages of 25 and 54 will enjoy free cervical cancer screenings on Tuesday, February 23 at the St. Mark’s Anglican Church Hall in the town centre......
Southern Regional Health Authority | 2016-02-16 00:00:00
UTech Lecturer publishes research on reggae music’s influence on Mathematics Test ScoresUniversity of Technology, Jamaica (UTech, Jamaica) Lecturer, in the Faculty of Science and Sport, School of Mathematics and Statistics, Dr. Glenroy Pinnock has published recent research that demonstra.....
University of Technology | 2016-02-16 00:00:00
Minister McNeill congratulates Reggae Grammy AwardeeMinister of Tourism and Entertainment, Hon. Dr. Wykeham McNeill, is extending congratulations to Morgan Heritage for winning the 2016 Grammy Award for Best Reggae Album, for Strictly Roots at the 58th.....
Ministry of Tourism | 2016-02-15 00:00:00
Treasure Beach receives $48 million to support Community Tourism ProjectsThe area of Treasure Beach, St. Elizabeth has been earmarked as a pilot project in the drive to further develop community tourism across the island......
Ministry of Tourism | 2016-02-15 00:00:00
CARILEC signs MOU with Rocky Mountain Institute & Carbon War RoomLast month, the Caribbean Electric Utility Services Corporation (CARILEC), and Rocky Mountain Institute and Carbon War Room (RMI-CWR) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)......
| 2016-02-15 00:00:00
Remove GCT on mosquito repellents says SinclairCouncillor for the Montego Bay North East (Flankers Division), Charles Sinclair successfully moved a motion at the monthly general meeting of the Saint James Parish Council on Thursday February 11, 2.....
| 2016-02-13 00:00:00
The Princess Margaret Hospital re-accredited as a Baby Friendly HospitalThe Princess Margaret Hospital was re-accredited as a Baby Friendly Hospital after having met all the criteria for re-certification......
Ministry of Health (NERHA) | 2016-02-13 00:00:00
JMA & PSOJ urge continuation of National DebatesDespite the People’s National Party’s (PNP) refusal to participate in the national debates, the Jamaica Manufacturers’ Association (JMA), the Private Sector Organization of Jamaica (PSOJ) and the Jama.....
Jamaica Manufacturers’ Association | 2016-02-13 00:00:00
UWI Research Days App-solutely accessibleThe University of the West Indies (UWI), Mona Campus Research Days 2016 slated for February 17 – 19 will be absolutely accessible as persons will be able to pin activities, map event locations and tun.....
| 2016-02-13 00:00:00
Ministry of Health to launch National Cleanup DayThe Ministry of Health in partnership with several stakeholders will embark on a National cleanup day dubbed “Operation Mosquito Search and Destroy” this Saturday, February 20, 2016......
Ministry of Health (NERHA) | 2016-02-15 00:00:00
JDC proposes new schedule of debates ahead General ElectionsThe Jamaica Debates Commission (JDC) has written the General Secretaries of both the PNP and the JLP, proposing a new schedule of debates ahead of the February 25 General Elections......
| 2016-02-15 00:00:00
NIA reaffirms continued support for National DebatesLetter to the Leader of the Opposition re Controversy surrounding National Debates and assets......
National Integrity Action Limited | 2016-02-15 00:00:00
Dominican artist collaborates with Gramps MorganOn Sunday 14th February 2016, Valentine’s Day, recording reggae artist Julie Christmas, more popularlyknown as ‘Devine SongZ,’ launched the long-awaited video to the remix of his hit single Many Water.....
| 2016-02-15 00:00:00
Justice Ministry congratulates Chief Justice Zaila McCallaThe Ministry of Justice wishes to congratulate the Hon. Mrs. Justice Zaila McCalla OJ, Chief Justice of Jamaica, who on Tuesday February 9, 2016 was conferred with the prestigious honour of being appo.....
Ministry of Justice | 2016-02-15 00:00:00
Simpson Miller refuses to debateLast night Prime Minister Portia Simpson Miller proclaimed at a rally in Mandeville, "[W]e are not afraid to debate anybody......
Jamaica Labour Party | 2016-02-15 00:00:00
Bishop Larry D. Trotter & Sweet Holy Spirit Choir release 10th ProjectCan you remember the Traditional Gospel songs that your grandmother sang when there was no music playing in the house?.....
| 2016-02-15 00:00:00
Author of satirical novel helps Literacy ProgramsDylan Callens, author of Operation Cosmic Teapot is helping youth that struggle with literacy......
| 2016-02-13 00:00:00
New ‘1.5 To Stay Alive’ album gets audience approvalEarth Inspired, the new album released under the ‘1.5 To Stay Alive’ campaign (February 11),has won the approval of its first listeners......
| 2016-02-13 00:00:00
Parish Champions to be named in JCDC Performing Arts CompetitionParish Champions will be crowned as the Parish Finals of the Jamaica Cultural Development Commission’s (JCDC) National Festival of the Performing Arts Competition begins on Monday, February 15......
Jamaica Cultural Development Commission | 2016-02-15 00:00:00
Food For The Poor celebrates 34 years of serving the poorFood For The Poor is celebrating 34 years of dedicated service to the poor. The international relief and development organization, which started serving Jamaica in 1982, is now transforming the lives .....
PROComm | 2016-02-12 00:00:00
Successful first staging for One Love Music FestivalThe first annual One Love Music Festival held on February 4 – 5 in Rose Hall, Jamaica ended on a high note and the organizers are already gearing up for an even bigger and better event in 2017......
| 2016-02-12 00:00:00
JCD asks PNP to re-consider political debatesThe Jamaica Debates Commission (JCD) has asked the Peoples’ National Party (PNP) to re-consider its position not to participate in political debates in the period leading up to the 2016 General Electi.....
Jamaica Chamber of Commerce | 2016-02-12 00:00:00
New approach to the treatment of patients with atrial fibrillationPatients with atrial fibrillation or AFib may benefit from a new procedure called the convergent approach for the treatment of atrial fibrillation......
| 2016-02-12 00:00:00
Work to begin on GraceKennedy’s new Corporate HeadquartersInitial construction work on GraceKennedy’s new Corporate Headquarters is expected to begin on February 15, 2015......
GraceKennedy Limited | 2016-02-12 00:00:00
PAJ urges participation in National Political DebatesThe Press Association of Jamaica is alarmed at news that the National Political Debates may not be held......
Press Association Jamaica Of Jamaica | 2016-02-12 00:00:00
PNP’S refusal to debate is disgraceful says G2KGeneration 2000 (G2K), the young professional affiliate of the Jamaica Labour Party, has categorized the announcement of the People’s National Party (PNP), that it will not participate in a national d.....
G2K | 2016-02-12 00:00:00
JMA calls for decision on political debatesWith an impending General Election underway, the Jamaica Manufacturers’ Association (JMA), the Private Sector Organization of Jamaica (PSOJ), the Jamaica Chamber of Commerce (JCC), the Jamaica Exporte.....
Jamaica Manufacturers’ Association | 2016-02-11 00:00:00
NIA calls on the PNP to reverse debate decisionNational Integrity Action, in upholding its principles of transparency and accountability, regards the decision of the Peoples’ National Party not to participate in any debates with the Jamaica Labour.....
National Integrity Action Limited | 2016-02-11 00:00:00
Stop hanging from vehicles during political motorcades says NRSCThe National Road Safety Council (NRSC) is deeply concerned about people engaging in body protrusion from moving vehicles during political campaigns......
PROComm | 2016-02-12 00:00:00
CPL 2016 launches in style in BarbadosThe 2016 HERO Caribbean Premier League (CPL) Player Draft was unveiled at a gala ceremony in Barbados on Thursday, with some of the leading West Indian and international talent set to descend on the C.....
| 2016-02-11 00:00:00
UTech’s School of Pharmacy wins major international grant for training equipmentThe School of Pharmacy, University of Technology, Jamaica (UTech, Jamaica) has been selected as one of 16 finalists world-wide to participate in the United States based Seeding Labs instrumental acces.....
University of Technology | 2016-02-11 00:00:00
London Cricket Club returns to Jamaica to support the Courtney Walsh FoundationUnited Kingdom based cricket team, the Wanstead and Snaresbrook Cricket Club (CC), will travel to Jamaica tomorrow for a number of fixtures against local cricket clubs as well as to support the Court.....
Jamaica Tourist Board | 2016-02-11 00:00:00
GOJ returns to the Domestic Capital MarketAfter a three-year absence, the Government of Jamaica (GOJ) on February 11, 2016 successfully returned to the Domestic Capital Market with the three (3) fixed-rate instruments issued oversubscribed......
Ministry of Finance and Planning | 2016-02-11 00:00:00
JMMB Group makes four listings on the JSE’s Main MarketsFebruary 11, marks a very special occasion; the listing of four (4) distinct preference shares on the Main Markets of the Exchange. Listed are US Dollars Cumulative Redeemable 6% and 5.75% Preference .....
Jamaica Stock Exchange | 2016-02-11 00:00:00
Panos Caribbean launches new ‘1.5 To Stay Alive’ albumCaribbean audiences are up for a musical treat, thanks to a new album set for release later today, under the ‘1.5 to Stay Alive’ campaign......
| 2016-02-11 00:00:00
Climate Change & El Nino drove disasters worldwide in 2015The hottest year on record, 2015, has confirmed that weather and climate-related disasters now dominate disaster trends linked to natural hazards, according to a new analysis presented today......
| 2016-02-11 00:00:00
Caribbean Airlines launches “Supervalue” Kingston to Orlando PromotionCaribbean Airlines has launched its “SUPERVALE” promotion on return airfares between Kingston and Orlando......
| 2016-02-11 00:00:00
Young Jamaica blasts PM for letter demanding apology from HolnessThe youth arm of the Jamaica Labour Party (JLP), Young Jamaica, has described as "ridiculous to the point of pettiness" the letter from Prime Minister, Portia Simpson Miller, to the Leader of the Oppo.....
Young Jamaica | 2016-02-11 00:00:00
More than 300 000 Jamaicans to benefit from better preparedness to climate risksThe World Bank Board of Directors today approved a US$30 million loan to help enhance Jamaica’s resilience to disaster and climate risk through the promotion of climate and disaster risk management......
World Bank Organization | 2016-02-11 00:00:00
AB de Villiers signs up for CPL with Barbados TridentsAB de Villiers has signed to play for Barbados Tridents in the 2016 Caribbean Premier League......
| 2016-02-11 00:00:00
Finance Minister to receive award in New YorkFinance and Planning Minister, Dr. the Hon. Peter Phillip has arrived in New York, to attend the 2015 International Financing Review (IFR) Americas Award Ceremony to accept Jamaica’s award for Latin A.....
Ministry of Finance and Planning | 2016-02-10 00:00:00
New dawn beckons as T&T franchise re-branded as Trinbago Knight RidersThe Trinidad & Tobago franchise in the HERO Caribbean Premier League (CPL) campaign has been re-branded as the Trinbago Knight Riders (TKR) from the previous name of Trinidad and Tobago Red Steel......
| 2016-02-10 00:00:00
Jamaican Bar Association calls for fair, just and peaceful general electionsThe Jamaican Bar Association categorically denounces any threats or acts of violence in any form against politicians, political parties and their supporters......
| 2016-02-09 00:00:00
Beaches Negril scores platinum on Environmental TestBeaches Negril Resort and Spa has set another benchmark for the Caribbean hospitality industry, having recently retained Certified Platinum status from the world leading environmental management, benc.....
| 2016-02-09 00:00:00
UTech’s Innovation Day to focus on sustainability for Global CompetitivenessThe University of Technology, Jamaica (UTech, Ja.) will showcase innovation and research being undertaken by staff and students across its colleges and faculties at its annual Research, Technology and.....
University of Technology | 2016-02-09 00:00:00
All-night Youth Summit held on January 22-23Pastor Al Miller in his New Year’s Message to the nation called for a Young Adult Summit to bring together those with a commitment to see change in the nation......
| 2016-02-09 00:00:00
New Chair to facilitate merger of MSME-Support AgenciesMs. Sandra Shirley has been appointed to head the common Board of the Jamaica Business Development Corporation, the Micro Investment Development Agency, and the Self Start Fund, which was recently est.....
Ministry of Industry, Investment and Commerce | 2016-02-09 00:00:00
Digicel Play surprises its 10,000th customerDigicel Play surprised its 10,000th customer, Lucet Montgomery, at home with free service for 90 days, a 55-inch LED LG smart TV and two Samsung Galaxy tablets, among other goodies......
Digicel | 2016-02-09 00:00:00
Jamaican Ambassador urges Maryland Investors to explore opportunities in JamaicaOn Monday, February 1, Jamaican Ambassador to the United States of America created history by becoming the first Jamaican Ambassador to the United States to address a formal sitting of the Senate Cham.....
| 2016-02-09 00:00:00
Historic Nyahbinghi Album Recording for 2016: Year of the Rastafari2016 has been named the International Year of the Rastafari: One hundred years since His Imperial Majesty Haile Selassie I became regent of Ethiopia and 50 years since HIM Haile Selassie I’s historic .....
| 2016-02-08 00:00:00
St. Catherine Festival Queen launches “Holistic Genesis”‘Holistic Genesis,’ is the theme spearheading the parish project which the reigning Miss St. Catherine Festival Queen, Kameika Coleman, has undertaken for duration of her reign and beyond......
Jamaica Cultural Development Commission | 2016-02-09 00:00:00
Kellier looks to mould youth through sportsVeteran St James politician, Derrick Kellier, has taken on a new challenge, devoting time from official duties to mould the lives of young people in South St James through sports......
| 2016-02-09 00:00:00
NCB Foundation hands over CSEC chequeContinuing a legacy of nation building the NCB Foundation electronically handed over more than $11 million dollars to the Overseas Examination Council (OEC) as payment for CSEC Principles of Accounts .....
| 2016-02-08 00:00:00
CTL, UTASP agree to phased resumptionFollowing a lengthy emergency conciliation session at the Ministry of Labour and Social Security, representatives from Caymanas Track Limited (CTL) and workers represented by the Union of Technical, A.....
Ministry of Labour and Social Security | 2016-02-09 00:00:00
Sigma Run donation drive continuesSagicor Group continues to invite public donation and pledges to achieve the J$50 million target for this year’s Sagicor Sigma Corporate Run......
| 2016-02-08 00:00:00
Noranda initiates Chapter 11 Process to reposition business operationsNoranda Aluminum Holding Corporation (OTC: NORN) ("Noranda" or the "Company") today announced that Noranda and all of its wholly owned direct and indirect subsidiaries have filed voluntary petitions f.....
| 2016-02-08 00:00:00
IMPACT Justice Sexual Harassment Legislation Committee meeting in GrenadaThe Sexual Harassment Legislation Committee of the Canadian Government-funded project Improved Access to Justice in the Caribbean (IMPACT Justice) is meeting in Grenada to review its draft model Sexua.....
| 2016-02-08 00:00:00
Maria Almonte claims Super Lotto Prize in St. MaartenSupreme Ventures Limited (SVL) is pleased to announce that Maria Almonte claimed the prize in St. Maarten today......
Supreme Ventures Limited | 2016-02-08 00:00:00
Government supporting creative economy developmentThe Government led by Prime Minister Portia Simpson Miller has been developing Jamaica’s cultural and creative industries in support of the country’s numerous world-renown cultural icons and brands, M.....
Office of the Prime Minister | 2016-02-08 00:00:00
INDECOM arrests police officer for shooting in May PenThe Independent Commission of Investigations (INDECOM) last night arrested a police officer on suspicion of shooting with intent......
INDECOM | 2016-02-08 00:00:00
Digicel Play passes 10,000 subscribers in JamaicaDigicel Play has announced that it has surpassed the 10,000 subscriber mark in Jamaica just a few months after launch......
Digicel | 2016-02-08 00:00:00
GG hosts Canadian Business ExecutivesGovernor-General Sir Patrick Allen on Thursday (Feb. 4) hosted members of the Toronto World Presidents Organization (WPO) to a formal banquet at King’s House as they began a three-day visit to Jamaica.....
King's House | 2016-02-08 00:00:00
Culture Passport holders to benefit from Black History and Reggae month activitiesPrimary and secondary school students who are already registered participants under the Ministry of Youth and Culture’s Culture Passport programme are to benefit from targeted initiatives being hosted.....
Ministry of Youth and Culture | 2016-02-05 00:00:00
Royal Rita the Mystic of a QueenRoyal Rita The Mystic of A Queen, is all about the Queen and Matriarch of the Royal Family of Reggae Music. It embodies the Natural Mystic Lifestyle and Essence of what it is to be Queen to the King o.....
| 2016-02-05 00:00:00
Prime Minister opens Angels to Linstead Section of North-South HighwayPrime Minister Portia Simpson Miller On Thursday (February 4) symbolically commissioned the section of the North-South Highway from Angels, just outside Spanish Town, to Linstead in St. Catherine, to .....
Office of the Prime Minister | 2016-02-05 00:00:00
Expo Jamaica 2016 will be Jamaican Business Bridge to the WorldApril 14 – 17 2016, Expo Jamaica, the largest biennial trade-show of the Caribbean hosted by the Jamaica Manufacturers Association (JMA) and the Jamaica Exporters Association (JEA) in partnership with.....
| 2016-02-04 00:00:00
GraceKennedy Money Services continues Caribbean expansionGraceKennedy has announced that effective today, GraceKennedy Money Services (GKMS) will be expanding operations into the Turks and Caicos Islands through GraceKennedy Money Services Turks & Caicos Li.....
GraceKennedy Limited | 2016-02-04 00:00:00
Toronto rolls out red carpet to welcome celebrities in styleOn Thursday February 11, 2016 All Star Festival will be blazing a trail right in time for Black History Month......
| 2016-02-04 00:00:00
NRSC disappointed Road Traffic Act Debate on holdThe National Road Safety Council (NRSC) is disappointed that the debate of the new Road Traffic Act by the Senate has been stalled as Parliament will be dissolved pending the upcoming General Election.....
PROComm | 2016-02-04 00:00:00
JCDC Gospel Song Semi-Final promises a great showThe semi-final round of the Jamaica Gospel Song Competition which is set for Ash Wednesday, February 10, 2016 promises patrons an exciting and memorable show......
Jamaica Cultural Development Commission | 2016-02-04 00:00:00
PM Simpson Miller to open symposium on research to boost CCIThe National Cultural and Creative Industries Commission (NCCI) is staging a symposium bringing together learning institutions, government entities and private players, as part of the effort to stimul.....
Office of the Prime Minister | 2016-02-04 00:00:00
Crime Stop Jamaica says 2015 another good year2015 was another good year for the PSOJ-run Crime Stop programme. Tips to Crime Stop increased by 11% over the number received in 2014 with tips on illegal firearms increasing by 20%, wanted persons b.....
The Private Sector Organisation of Jamaica | 2016-02-04 00:00:00
Health Ministry intensifies vector control activities in light of confirmed Zika Virus caseMinister of Health, Honorable Horace Dalley says surveillance has been heightened and vector control activities have been further intensified across the island but especially in communities with high .....
Ministry of Health (NERHA) | 2016-02-04 00:00:00
Haiti is home to CANTO's 32nd AGMCANTO and Digicel Haiti forged ahead to co-host the 32nd Annual General Meeting (AGM) of CANTO from the 31st January - 4th February, 2016......
| 2016-02-04 00:00:00
Tourism Ministry releases Demand StudyA Tourism Demand Study, designed to create a framework for effective planning and to identify demand for certain goods and services within the tourism sector, has been released by the Tourism and Ente.....
Jamaica Information Service | 2016-02-04 00:00:00
National Youth Service to lead Zika Youth Assistance InitiativeMinister of Youth and Culture, the Honourable Lisa Hanna, yesterday, announced that the Ministry of Youth and Culture, through its premier youth agency the National Youth Service (NYS), has partnered .....
Ministry of Youth and Culture | 2016-02-04 00:00:00
Energy Minister condemns Montague's ISIS allegationThe comments made by the Opposition Spokesman on Energy, Robert Montague speaking at a JLP meeting at Gayle St. Mary on Wednesday evening (February 3) suggesting that the petrol contamination being ex.....
Ministry of Science, Technology, Energy & Mining | | 2016-02-04 00:00:00
Jamaica increases its presence among White House emerging Global LeadersAnna-Kim is one of Jamaica’s recipients of the prestigious White House Emerging Global Leaders Initiative-Atlas Corps ("EGLI-Atlas Corps") Fellowship......
EMBASSY OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA | 2016-02-04 00:00:00
CARILEC 2016 Customer Service Conference being held in GrenadaCARILEC prepares to host its engaging Human Resource, Corporate Communications and Customer Service Conference, co-hosted by Grenada Electricity Services Ltd......
| 2016-02-04 00:00:00
J$70 billion potential trade market for local businessesA newly released Tourism Demand Study, commissioned by the Ministry of Tourism and Entertainment, has revealed that opportunities created by tourism for the trade of locally-made goods and services co.....
Ministry of Tourism | 2016-02-04 00:00:00
Power supply problems affect NWC Systems in ClarendonA number of NWC customers in sections of Clarendon are currently experiencing disruptions in their service due to power supply problems at some of the company’s pumping facilities in the parish......
National Water Commission | 2016-02-04 00:00:00
Minister McNeill lauds excellence of Hyatt StaffJamaican workers have been credited in large part for the success of the local tourism sector, which saw some 3.69 million visitors in 2015......
Ministry of Tourism | 2016-02-04 00:00:00
Private Sector Groups review Petrojam’s pricing mechanismThe JCC, JMA, and PSOJ have for some time, been concerned about the slow pace at which we have seen lower oil prices flow through to the prices at the pump......
The Private Sector Organisation of Jamaica | 2016-02-04 00:00:00
NEO Agreement signed by IDB & YUTEJamaica is now the 12th country to formally join New Employment Opportunities (NEO), a pioneering regional youth employment initiative in which businesses, governments and civil society in Latin Ameri.....
YUTE | 2016-02-03 00:00:00
Sunil Narine completes CPL transfer to Trinidad & TobagoWorld T20 number one bowler Sunil Narine will line out for Trinidad & Tobago in the forthcoming HERO Caribbean Premier League (CPL) campaign after becoming the first high-profile transfer of the Playe.....
| 2016-02-03 00:00:00
Letter from Political Ombudsman to NIALetter from Political Ombudsman to NIA with reference to Campaign Contributions......
| 2016-02-03 00:00:00
OUR goes to St. Catherine for Parish ConnectionsThe Office of Utilities Regulation (OUR) will this week host a series of activities in St Catherine as part of its Parish Connections outreach series......
Office of Utilities Regulation | 2016-02-03 00:00:00
Global M&A levels expected to stay strong in 2016The latest edition of KPMG’s International Global M&A Predictor expects the world’s largest businesses to show an increasing appetite for M&A transactions over the next 12 months......
| 2016-02-03 00:00:00