Hellshire Beach Disappearing – Before and After Photos

Hellshire Beach Shoreline disappearing

Much of Hellshire Beach has disappeared, and now the vendors that contribute much to the unique ambiance of area and attract visitors find themselves located literally at the water’s edge instead of comfortably situated on an expanse of beautiful sand. In 2011, LIME funded a study to find solutions to the erosion occurring at Hellshire […]

Jamaican Cricketer Chris Gayle Receives Fine for “Sleazy” Comment to Female Reporter

Chris Gayle being interviewed by Melanie McLaughlin

Former West Indies team captain Chris Gayle must pay a fine for making inappropriate comments to a television reporter during a live interview at the Big Bash League Twenty20 match in Melbourne, Australia. Following a Melbourne Renegades victory over the Hobart Hurricanes, Gayle suggested to reporter Mel McLaughlin, that he and she go out for […]

“A big impact on the world.” – SMILE JAMAICA PHOTOS

Our feature “Smile Jamaica” highlights positives about Jamaica and Jamaicans. We asked Chef Andre Sewell, “What is it about Jamaica or Jamaicans that makes you smile?” “I love that Jamaica, for such a small island, can make such a big impact on the world. Whenever I see other countries cheering on our athletes, doing our dances, singing […]

Day 6 of 365 Things to Do, See & Eat in Jamaica – Go Fishing

Go fishing in Jamaica

The waters around Jamaica offer several kinds of fishing due to the varied underwater landscape. Some fish like shallow island edges, while others favor the coral reefs built up over centuries. Off Jamaica, you can experience regions that attract sports fishermen from all over the world. The northern waters offer a chance to catch mahi […]

Top 10 Reggae and Dancehall Songs For 2015

Top 10 Reggae and Dancehall Songs For 2015 Nesbeth

This listing is a snapshot reflection of the top dancehall and reggae tunes for 2015 as compiled by New York Tri-State top radio DJ’s and sound systems. I reached out to a cross section of the music media personalities including Clinton Lindsay, Foundation Radio, Chris, the Dubbmaster and DJ Roy of Irie Jam Radio, 98.5 […]

JCDC Calls for Visual Artists – Entries open for 2016 Competition & Exhibition

Person interested in entering the Jamaica Cultural Development Commission’s (JCDC) Jamaica Visual Arts Competition and Exhibition have until Friday, January 15, 2016 to drop off their completed entry forms and artwork. Entries from Kingston & St. Andrew should be submitted to Shop 16,  Kingston Mall, Orange Street, Kingston, Mondays to Fridays, 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 […]

IRIE Jam Radio Donates Computer to Primary School in Jamaica

Christmas 2015 came early for hundreds of kids from the Freetown Primary School in Clarendon who received a brand new desktop computer courtesy of Queens based Irie Jam radio. Irie Jam’s Executive VP, Syntyche ‘Syn’ Clarke said she read about the school’s plight in the Gleaner. On a recent business trip to Kingston she made […]