Atlanta to Host Jamaican Passport and Citizenship Event on December 16, 2022
Jamaica’s Passport, Immigration and Citizenship Agency (PICA) will hold its “Access Jamaica Atlanta” event in Atlanta, Georgia, on December 16 through 18, 2022. The event is a joint effort of the country’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade and the Consulate General of Jamaica, Miami. “Access Jamaica” is a marketing event provided by PICA […]
Manning’s School Class of 1982 Awards Multiple Scholarships
In a display of commitment to student success and academic achievement, the Scholarship Committee of the Manning’s School Class of 1982 Benevolent Trust awarded eight scholarships to graduating fifth formers in October. The scholarships have paved the way for the students to pursue studies in the lower sixth form at Manning’s School, thereby preparing them […]
Jamaican Restaurant Included on AFAR List of Best Food Neighborhoods in US
AFAR, an award-winning travel media brand, has taken an innovative perspective to recommend the best restaurants in the United States by identifying the best places to dine in the country’s “neighborhoods.” A neighborhood is defined as a specific number of blocks between clearly defined cross streets and thoroughfares that run through several city districts. The […]
9 Things to Know about Miss Jamaica World 2022 Shanique Singh
Shanique Singh, 25, was crowned Miss Jamaica World 2022 on Sunday, December 4, 2022, at Courtleigh Auditorium in Kingston. She received the crown from Khalia Hall, Miss Jamaica World of 2021. Singh was previously crowned Miss Howard Johnson Reality. The first runner-up was Lineisha Davis, and the second runner-up was Tahje Bennett. Before being crowned, […]
Jamaican Consulate General, New York facilitates Major Partnership between Hartford Healthcare and the Ministry of Health and Wellness for the Advancement of Healthcare in Jamaica
The Consulate General of Jamaica, New York applauds the continuing and deepening relationship between Hartford Healthcare Corporation (HHC) and the Government of Jamaica (GoJ) for the advancement of healthcare delivery in Jamaica. To concretize this relationship, the Consulate General facilitated the signing of an important Memorandum of Understanding between the Government of Jamaica, through the […]
5 Questions with Lorraine J. Smith, Candidate for Global Jamaica Diaspora Council Southern USA
Born in Kingston, Jamaica, Lorraine J. Smith grew up in Wynter’s Pen and is a graduate of St. Catherine High School. Recognized for her dedication, achievements, and transformational leadership in social services, Lorraine support various churches, schools, and other organizations within Jamaica and across the Diaspora. She is currently an Adjunct Lecturer at the Caribbean […]
Seven Jamaican Artists Display Their Work at “Ah Jamaica Wi Come From” Exhibition in South Florida
Fine Art has always been a major pillar of Jamaica’s cultural expression, and this past Thursday, December 1, 2022, saw the opening of “Jamaica Wi Come From” an exhibition of Jamaican art as part of the celebration of Jamaica’s Diamond Jubilee 60th Independence celebrations at the Miramar Arts Park by Jamaica’s Consul General to the […]
Canadian Dancehall Community to Rep’ Big at Sting this Year…
Sting is expected to be heavily patronized by a large contingent of Jamaican Canadians for its comeback year, largely due in part to one of their own, being tapped to emcee on the big stage. Toronto, Ontario, one of the most populous migrant enclaves in Canada boasts one of the world’s most vibrant dancehall communities […]
Buju Banton & Beres Hammond Headline the ‘Intimate’ Concert In Jamaica Together on New Year Day 2023
The highly anticipated concert featuring Buju Banton and Beres Hammond is set to take place in Jamaica on January 1st, 2023. The “Intimate” event will be held at one of the premiere event venues, Grizzly’s Plantation Cove, located in Priory, St Ann, Jamaica, allowing fans to experience the reggae superstars up close and personal. Fans […]
The Jamaican Women of Florida hosts a Run-a-Boat on December 10th, 2022
The Jamaican Women of Florida (JWOF), in keeping with their mission to encourage emerging powerful women, which includes cultural/educational experiences will host their annual Run-A-Boat outdoor festival at the Holy Sacrament Episcopal Church, Pembroke Pines, Florida. This event will include shopping, food, and fun. As a family-friendly event, there will be special activities for our […]