NAME OF FEATURE | THE GLEANER | FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2024 12 THE GLEANER 190TH ANNIVERSARY FEATURE been instrumental in upholding the newspaper’s reputation for excellence. Their dedication has ensured that the newspaper remains a trusted source of information and a respected institution in Jamaica and the Caribbean. As we celebrate this significant milestone, it is crucial to acknowledge the evolving media landscape and the challenges and opportunities that it presents. The rise of digital platforms, social media, and the proliferation of information sources have transformed how news is consumed and shared. In response, the company has embraced innovation, investing in digital technologies and expanding its reach through online platforms. This started as early as 1997 when the website, www. gleanerjm.com, was launched. This commitment to modernisation ensures that we continue to meet the needs of our readers in an ever-changing world, while staying true to the journalistic principles that have guided us for nearly two centuries. In conclusion, the 190th anniversary of our newspaper company is a celebration of an illustrious past and a beacon of promise for the future. It is a tribute to the enduring power of journalism and the vital role that our newspaper plays in informing and inspiring our community. As we look back with pride and forward with anticipation, we reaffirm our commitment to excellence and our dedication to the principles that have guided us throughout our remarkable journey. ANTHONY SMITH Chief Executive Officer RJRGLEANER Communications Group T HE GLEANER Company Limited has been chronicling Jamaican history since 1834. The library and archives present a rich source of information and a valuable national treasure. The goal of the library is to preserve in electronic, microfilm and paper formats, a complete record of all Gleaner publications and to provide information and services in support of members of the RJRGLEANER Communications Group, as well as other interested persons. LIBRARY AND ARCHIVES COLLECTIONS INCLUDE: - Microfilms dating back to 1834 - Bound volumes of Gleaner publications (as far back as 1968) - Photographs dating back to the 1940s. - Cartoons dating back to 1969 PRODUCTS & SERVICES: - Research - Photos (printed & digital) - Scrapbooks - Birthday books - Customised birthday front pages - Back-issue newspapers ACCESSING OUR GLEANER CONTENT: The Gleaner Newspaper Archive Online can be accessed at https:// gleaner.newspaperarchive.com/ via paid subscription, and has PDF pages of The Gleaner dating back to 1834. BOOKS FOR SALE: - Jamaica Women of Distinction: Holding Up more than Half the Sky - Best In Class: CANDID ESSAYS by Top Students - Best of Jamaica - Usain Bolt LEGEND - Jamaica Directory of Personalities, 10th revised edition CONTACT US AT: Email: library@gleanerjm.com Telephone: 876-932-6231 The Gleaner Library & Archives Services
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