St. Hugh’s Alumna Swansation Tea Party Attracts Over 400 Attendees
St Hugh’s Alumnae Association of South Florida for a 5th straight year, hosted a sold out Swansation Tea party. Over 400 guests came out to support the well anticipated annual event. Ladies paraded beautifully in elegant hats and fascinaters. Tables were decorated with creative freedom, bursting with spring colors, boasting St. Hugh’s High school flair, […]
7 Jamaicans That Made An Impact On The World
Few can argue that the life enjoyed by Jamaicans today was built on the backbone of many others who dared to make an impact. This generation owes a debt a gratitude to many pioneering Jamaicans who paved the way in several areas both here and abroad and, in doing so, demonstrated that they understood what […]
Jamaican Poet Nominated for National Book Critics Circle Award for Poetry
Jamaican poet Ishion Hutchinson has been nominated to receive the National Book Critics Circle Award for Poetry for 2016 for his latest collection of poems, “House of Lords and Commons,” published by Farrar, Straus and Giroux. He is one of five finalists for the prestigious poetry award. Hutchinson was born in Port Antonio, attending Titchfield […]
Vybz Kartel and his Three Co-Convicts Granted Leave to Appeal
Vybz Kartel, Jamaican entertainer whose real name is Adidia Palmer, and his co-convicts have been granted leave to appeal their prison sentences and convictions. Kartel, along with Shawn “Shawn Storm’” Campbell, Kahira Jones and Andre St John, were sentenced to life terms in prison for the murder of Clive “Lizard” Williams in 2011. Their sentences […]
Groundbreaking Music Video Planned for Ras Slick’s ‘No Shackles and Chains’
Popular Reggae singer Ras Slick is winning over audiences with his empowering song “No Shackles and Chains.” Released in January, the politically and socially fueled tune is inspiring listeners worldwide, driving home the message that oppressed people will decry all forms of slavery and vow to break free from any chains that bind them. Further […]
Jamaica Ex-Police Association of South Florida 25th Anniversary Celebrations
In celebration of its 25th anniversary, the Jamaica Ex-Police Association of South Florida, which was voted “Best Jamaican Social Club/Organization” for 2016 in Fort Lauderdale, by Jamaicans.com, will stage a three day series of events to celebrate and commemorate the milestone. The first of the three days of events will be a reception for dignitaries, […]
Chris Martin Announces #BigDeal 2017 North American Tour
After an impressive entrance at #3 on the Billboard Reggae chart with his debut album “Big Deal”, soulful crooner Christopher Martin is headed on his first major North American tour to deliver what he calls “real-life music”: Earnest, honest songs about everyday realities. From his humble beginnings in Jamaica’s St. Catherine Parish, in a rural […]
Health Staff Lauded for Safeguarding Ministry’s Most Valuable Fixed Assets
At a recent Awards Ceremony for the drivers and maintenance personnel of the Southern Regional Health Authority (SRHA), the important role that these personnel play in safeguarding the most valuable fixed assets of the Health Ministry was highlighted and lauded. Speaking at the ceremony on Thursday, March 9 in Mandeville, Regional Director of the SRHA, […]
Simply Myrna Returns to Miramar Cultural Center April 01, 2017
Jamaica’s First Lady of Jazz, Myrna Hague, will make her annual visit to South Florida on April 1st for her signature show entitled Simply Myrna. Returning to the Miramar Cultural Center for another spectacular presentation, Simply Myrna, has earned rave reviews as a high caliber event on the local entertainment circuit. With the special verve […]
Double DDee Makes Mark in Dancehall Music and Business with New VIP Riddim
Get familiar with the name Double DDee, as this powerhouse female is moving full speed ahead to make her mark in the Dancehall industry, one that’s most often billed as a “fraternity,” consisting of predominately men. The artist, who “doubles” as a business woman, is bubbling in the splendor of her empire, which boasts her […]
