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In the midst of our celebrations of Jamaica’s Golden Jubilee, we take time to highlight the significance of this the 178th anniversary of the Abolition of Slavery. We recall the end of that systemic oppression which vainly sought to rob our ances...
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My Fellow Jamaicans, at home, in the Diaspora, well wishers and visitors to our beautiful island.
What a year in which to celebrate our Emancipation from enslavement!
· This year Jamaica ma...
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My fellow Jamaicans:
As we commemorate Emancipation Day on August 1st, let us not forget the extraordinary importance it holds for our lives.
It is the day on which hard won freedom from chattel slavery; the worst form of inhuman imposition by ...
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Prime Minister Portia Simpson Miller sent out reassuring words to national Olympic swimmer, Alia Atkinson that the government was prepared to consider support so she can continue her racing career at the elite level.
Atkinson placed fourth with 1:0...
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The Carlton Crescent offices of telecommunications company, LIME Jamaica, has been named 'LIME Square' and dedicated as a historic landmark in celebration of Jamaica's 50th anniversary of Independence.
The area, which has been adorned w...
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The National Water Commission (NWC) will be improving and expanding water supply services across the island, under the Kingston Metropolitan Area (KMA) Water Supply Improvement Programme.
The programme, which is divided into four components, is bei...
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Jamaicans attending this year's Independence Grand Gala on August 6 at the National Stadium are being urged to wear gold for what is expected to be spectacular event.
The call came from Producer of the event, Lenford Salmon, during a press brie...
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Jamaica's Consul General, Sandra Grant Griffiths on July 11 announced the names of honorees of the Jamaica Diaspora Honours 2012, a salute to Jamaicans who have had a significant impact on the Florida and South USA Jamaica Diaspora community as wel...
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In recognition of Jamaica’s 50th anniversary of Independence, the Consulate General of Jamaica in Miami will hold the annual ecumenical service on Sunday, August 5th at 4:00 p.m. The Service will be held at the Christian Life Center, ...
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The Governor General of Jamaica, His Excellency, the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen, will be the Guest of Honor at the Jamaica 50th Diaspora Honors & Awards Ceremony and Benefit Gala to be held on Saturday, August 18th, at the JW Marriott Marquis Hote...
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The Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries is looking to tap into the export earning potential of the local cattle industry, specifically its genetic material.
This is in response to demand for genetic stock from Jamaica's four indigenous cattle...
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MONTEGO BAY — The Ministry of Tourism and Entertainment, through the Tourism Enhancement Fund (TEF) will be moving to upgrade and refurbish the Roaring River attraction in Westmoreland.
Making the announcement during a tour of the attraction ...
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In anticipation of the overwhelming demand for Grand Gala tickets, the Jamaica Cultural Development Commission on behalf of the Ministry of Youth & Culture has taken pre-emptive measures in establishing large video screens across the island which w...
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Patrons attending the Jamaica 50 Golden Jubilee Village, at Independence Park, from August 1 to 6, can be assured of their safety, as stringent security measures will be in place at the venue.
This was stated by Safety and Security Manager, Jamaica...
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The 2012 Denbigh Agricultural Show promises to be fun-filled with a slew of activities and attractions over the three-day staging.
The show is scheduled for Saturday, August 4 to Monday, August 6 at the Denbigh Showground in May Pen, Clarendon, und...
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The Independence Park complex will be transformed into the centre piece of Jamaica 50 celebrations August 1 to 6.
The highly anticipated opening of the Jamaica 50 Golden Jubilee Village will take place on Emancipation Day, August 1, and for six day...
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The Scrap Metal Trade could be up and running soon, with new regulations to govern its operations, according to Minister of Industry, Investment and Commerce, Hon. Anthony Hylton.
Speaking at a press conference on Monday July 30 at the Ministry, in...
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On a day when the eyes of the world are on London, England, for the grand opening ceremony of the 30th Olympiad, the Government of Jamaica launched a sports exhibition that will highlight the nation’s most outstanding sports personalities, includ...
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LONDON — Jamaica House at the O2 arena in London will officially open on Friday, August 3, and will be on show until the end of the Olympics on August 12.
The event will celebrate all things Jamaican and will be the centre piece of the intern...
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The Jamaica Urban Transit Company (JUTC) will be offering a 'Park & Ride' service for the Jamaica 50 Golden Jubilee Village, at Independence Park, from August 1 to 6.
The transformation of the main stadium car park into a Jubilee Villag...