(JIS) – Governor-General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Patrick Allen, says individuals and organisations must build coalitions, as they strive to protect children from abuse. Addressing a 50th anniversary commemorative luncheon with civic and business leaders, at Laughing Waters, St. Ann, on June 21, he pointed out that during the celebration of Child Month,…
Many persons from communities in Western Jamaica turned out at the Diamond Jubilee celebration for The Queen, held on June 4, at the Montego Bay Civic Centre, in Sam Sharpe Square, St. James. There were tributes in popular and gospel songs, with the Custos of St. James, Hon. Ewen Corrodus, describing the occasion as fitting…
Governor-General Sir Patrick Allen is urging Jamaicans in the United Kingdom (UK) to remain committed despite the challenges which the country faces. “I will never give up on Jamaica, no matter the challenges and problems; no matter the obstacles we face, no matter how threatening the storm clouds appear. We will not roll over and…
His Excellency the Most Honourable Sir Patrick Allen and the Most Honourable Lady Allen will leave the island on Thursday May 31, to participate in Diamond Jubilee Celebrations in London for Her Majesty The Queen, on behalf of Jamaica. Queen Elizabeth ascended the throne on February 6, 1952 upon the death of her father, King…
Four beacons will be lit at central points across the island on Monday (June 4), in celebration of the Diamond Jubilee of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth ll. The locations are St. William Grant Park in Kingston; Montego Bay Civic Centre, St. James; Seville Heritage Park, St. Ann; and at the Port Antonio town centre in…
