Jamaican Diaspora Day of Service Set for Treasure Beach on July 27, 2017
The 7th Biennial Jamaica Diaspora Conference is set to unfold from July 22-26, 2017 in Kingston Jamaica under the theme of Partnering for Growth. July 27, 2017 has been designated as Diaspora Day of Service across the island. Through a partnership of Do Good Jamaica and Breds Treasure Beach Foundation, attendees, visitors and local citizens, […]
R Kelly Promises Fireworks At Groovin In The Park Concert, June 25th, 2017, Queens, NY
R Kelly fans, start your ignitions! The pied piper is coming to Queens, New York for a big date on Sunday June 25th, 2017. The R&B icon is expected to ignite New York City with musical flames when he headlines the annual Groovin’ In The Park concert at Roy Wilkins Park in Queens. This will […]
Jamaican National Among Finalists for Title of Florida’s Assistant Principal of the Year
Jamaican national Dr. Jacqueline Smith of Hollywood Hills High School in Broward County, Florida, has been named as a finalist for 2017’s Outstanding Assistant Principal Achievement Award (Assistant Principal of the Year). Dr. Smith’s inclusion in the group of six finalists was announced by Pam Stewart, Florida’s Commissioner of Education. The award is given to […]
Her Majesty The Queen to honour young person from Jamaica with Queen’s Young Leaders Award
Her Majesty The Queen will present a Queen’s Young Leaders Award to an exceptional young person from Jamaica at a ceremony at Buckingham Palace, London on Thursday 29th June. The Award celebrates inspiring young people from all over the Commonwealth who are dedicated to driving change in their communities and beyond. This year’s Award winner, […]
West Coast Reggae Band Simpkin Project Releases Video for ‘Hustling’
West Coast reggae band, Simpkin Project has released the video for ‘Hustling’, the first single off their debut album ‘Beam of Light” set for release late Summer on the Dub Rockers Label, an imprint label within VP Records. Shot in Huntington Beach CA, the scenic and relaxed energy of the video serves as a salute […]
This Father’s Day Delcitaa Returns in a Mad New Comedy, “Corpral Del”, June 17th, 2017, Florida
This Father’s Day weekend Sunshine Theatre presents the return to South Florida of Jamaica’s top female comedienne Andrea `Delcita ‘ Wright, in her new hit play ‘Corpral Del’, the sequel to last years sensational hit play Border Patrol. The shows are as follows; Saturday, June 17th @ 8.00pm – North Miami Beach Performing Arts Center […]
Health Centre Refurbished at $US 40,000 to Improve Lives of Over 20,000
Serving a population of over 20,000 within the community of Mile Gully in Manchester and its environs, the Mile Gully Health Centre, which has been refurbished at a cost of $US 40,000, will significantly impact the quality of services to customers, while enabling staff and clients to function in a more comfortable and conducive environment. […]
Houston Restaurant Brings Jamaican Flavor to Texas
The Reggae Hut owned by Marcus Davis is transporting diners to a true Jamaica oasis of island flavor. Customers rave about the restaurant’s atmosphere and the reggae music played in the background. In presenting Jamaican cuisine with a Houston flair, Davis notes that “Caribbean food is soul food.” The Reggae Hut offers soul food favorites […]
The Next Usain Bolt? UK Newspaper Profiles Upcoming Jamaican Athletes.
Now that Jamaica’s sprint superstar Usain Bolt has run his last race in his homeland and plans to retire, the question has arisen concerning what upcoming athletes from the island are preparing to take the spotlight. The Telegraph newspaper in the United Kingdom has some ideas, and they start with Christopher Taylor, 17, sprinter from […]
Jamaica a Big Hit During Caribbean Week in New York
Jamaica was again on the lips and minds of New Yorkers during Caribbean Week in New York as the activities to mark the week climaxed over the weekend. The Jamaica Tourist Board (JTB) hosted a number of special events targeting the media, Diaspora as well as general consumers. Jamaican Chef Andre Fowles whet the appetites […]