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Mitzie Stewart became despondent with her regular job and was eager for a change in environment. She wanted to spend more time with her children, and working as a security officer did not give her the opportunity to be involved in their daily lives...
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Carnival in Jamaica has come to an end. But, Xodus Carnival continues to accelerate operations, placing focus on giving back to the community. Their latest endeavour involves partnering with the HerFlow Foundation for a community outreach...
Two teams from the University of Technology, Jamaica (UTech) argued their way to first- and second- place positions at the grand finals of the National Collegiate Debating Competition held at St Ann’s Moneague College on Tuesday, April 2....
Communications and entertainment provider FLOW Jamaica recently staged the flagship launch of its Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) Poster Campaign, an initiative which it notes marked a significant step forward in its commitment to fostering a...
The Jamaica Productivity Centre (JPC) will be undertaking several initiatives aimed at enhancing workforce productivity and the local economy’s competitiveness. These include a public awareness campaign to educate employers and employees about the...
The Tourism Enhancement Fund (TEF) is now accepting applications for this year’s staging of its ‘Christmas in July’ trade show. The event provides an opportunity for local producers of gifts and souvenir items to promote their products to...
Minister without Portfolio in the Office of the Prime Minister with responsibility for Skills and Digital Transformation, Senator Dr Dana Morris Dixon, is reminding Jamaicans that registering for the national identification system (NIDS) is a...
Jamaican Keishia Thorpe, former English success coach and renowned educator, now Assistant Principal in Prince George’s County Public Schools, Maryland, has been elected to the prestigious 2024 National Teachers Hall of Fame Class. The announcement...
TORONTO: Jamaican Estella Albertha Wheeler, a 64-year-old Grade 7 and 8 teacher, known for her dedication and kindness, was found dead on March 6 in her home on Isa Court in Vaughan, Canada. She was laid to rest on Saturday, April 13 in an...
TORONTO: A Jamaican-Canadian seasoned public servant will for the second time receive a prestigious Harry Jerome Award – this time, the professional award – presented by the Black Business and Professional Association (BBPA). The first award she...
Hanover Correspondent WESTERN BUREAU Comments made by Mayor of Lucea Sheridan Samuels, recently, have drawn the ire of members of parliament (MPs) for the parish of Hanover, Dave Brown (eastern), and Tamika Davis (western). The representatives have...
WESTERN BUREAU: A St James judge has issued a stern warning to police officers to change their approach to the matter of attendance at court, after she was left fuming on Thursday when one cop was seemingly unduly absent from his assigned case’s...
Monique French has authored the book, ‘R etreats: Residential Designs of Monique French; Inspired And Unique Designs To Create Beautiful Living Spaces’. It is a combination of diverse styles that are all located in a tropical climate. A self-taught...
A reputed enforcer within the Clansman gang, 'Termite', was reportedly killed in a shootout with the police on Friday night. 'Termite', given name Sheldon Walters, is said to be from Kitson Town in St Catherine. Walters was...
The Minister of Culture, Olivia Grange, says she has been left saddened by the death of Bishop Dr Ronald Blair, who passed away today at age 86. “We give thanks for and celebrate the life of Bishop Dr Ronald Blair who for an...
Elvis Jones, the Jamaican businessman who was arrested on fraud-related charges after his deportation from Panama last week, has been acquitted. Jones, 52, of Portmore, St Catherine, was facing two counts of fraudulent conversion for allegedly...
