Jamaican News: March 28th – April 3rd, 2015
ROBINSON CALLS MOON PALACE FIRE A SETBACK—03/28/15 Shahine Robinson, the Jamaica Labor Party Member of Parliament representing the area in which the Moon Palace Hotel is located, believes the fire has presented investors with a negative image of Jamaica. Robinson called the fire “regrettable” and hopes that communications between contractors and workers improves to provide […]
Jamaican Diaspora News: March 28th – April 3rd, 2015
KEVIN WRIGHT, JAMAICAN NATIONAL, CHARGED WITH CHILD RAPE—03/28/15 Kevin Wright, 49, has been charged with the rape and abuse of a 14-year-old girl in New Jersey over a period of four months five years ago. Wright, who is a Jamaican national, was a friend of the victim at the time of the crime. He is […]
Caribbean News: March 28th – April 3rd, 2015
UNITY LABOR PARTY IN ST. VINCENT MARKS 14TH YEAR IN OFFICE—03/28/15 The Unity Labor Party (ULP) in St. Vincent celebrated its 14th anniversary in power with a rally in Calliaqua. Among the many speakers at the event was the party’s head, Prime Minister Dr. Ralph Gonsalves. The celebration included describing the achievements of the ULP […]
Jamaica Arts and Entertainment News: March 28th – April 3rd
PRODUCER OF FIRST PBS CARIBBEAN COOKING SHOW SHARES ISLAND CULTURE—03/28/15 The Public Broadcasting system (PBS) is featuring its first Caribbean cooking show. Calibe Thompson, the program’s executive producer, started out getting a degree in architecture before turning to art and music. She has embraced her Caribbean heritage and made a commitment to sharing it with […]
Jamaica Business News: March 28th – April 3rd, 2015
HEALTH BUDGET INCREASED, FERGUSON PLEASED—03/29/15 Dr. Fenton Ferguson, Jamaica’s Minister of Health, is pleased with a $7 billion increase in his Ministry’s budget. Prime Minister Portia Simpson Miller announced the increase during a presentation at the House of Representatives. The Ministry will receive a total of $49.1 million for 2015/2016. This represents an increase of […]
Jamaica Sports News: March 28th – April 3rd, 2015
BLOOMFIELD RUNS 400 METERS IN RECORD TIME—03/28/15 Akeem Bloomfield of Kingston College has become the first Jamaican schoolboy to run 400 meters in less than 45 seconds. Bloomfield ran the distance in 44.93 seconds for a victory in the Class One race at the GraceKennedy ISSA Boys’ and Girls’ Athletics Championship in Kingston. His performance […]
Jobs in Jamaica: Medical Professionals
JOB TITLE: Medical Professionals LOCATION: Inter Health Canada, Cheshire Hall Medical Centre and Cockburn Town Medical Centre Turks and Caicos Islands – BWI DESCRIPTION: ED Physician; General Surgeon; Internal Medicine Physician; Anesthetist; Infection Control Nurse; Pediatrician; Pharmacy Technician (with oncology experience); Physical Therapist; Radiographer; Clinical Pharmacy Manager QUALIFICATIONS: All positions require a minimum 5 years […]
Jobs in Jamaica: Senior Management Analyst
JOB TITLE: Senior Management Analyst LOCATION: National Housing Trust, Kingston DESCRIPTION: To lead a team of Management Analysts to perform business process reviews and recommend improvements to achieve the organization’s strategic and operational objectives; Assisting with the preparation of annual Operational Plan and Budget for the Unit; Monitoring the development and documentation of policies, processes, […]
Jobs in Jamaica: Electrical & Mechanical Engineer (EME) – Contract Officers in 1 Engineer Regiment (JDF)
JOB TITLE: Electrical & Mechanical Engineer (EME) – Contract Officers in 1 Engineer Regiment (JDF) LOCATION: Jamaica Defense Force DESCRIPTION: Design and implementation of high voltage power generation, transmission, distribution and control systems; Design and implementation of electrical, instrumentation and control systems for sewage, water, commercial and residential facilities; Design and implementation of standby power […]
Jobs in Jamaica: Boat Captain
JOB TITLE: Boat Captain LOCATION: Couples Resort, Kingston DESCRIPTION: N/A QUALIFICATIONS: Have four GCE/CXC subjects inclusive Mathematics and English; Possess a minimal 900 horse power Coxswain license; Possess valid Lifeguard license; Have excellent customer service skills and the ability to relate well with persons at all levels; Have positive work ethics and attitude; Be willing […]
