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St James Municipal Corporation looking at making Charles Gordon Market more manageable
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St James Municipal Corporation looking at making Charles Gordon Market more manageable
April 13 06:32 PM
ST JAMES, Jamaica — The St James Municipal Corporation is examining ways to make the Charles Gordon Market more manageable for those who use it, espec...
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Only one grant permitted per household under ROOFS programme—Labour Ministry
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Only one grant permitted per household under ROOFS programme—Labour Ministry
April 13 05:44 PM
KINGSTON, Jamaica—The Ministry of Labour and Social Security (MLSS) is reminding the public that under the Restoration of Owner or Occupant Family She...
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PAHO highlights achievements of Jamaica and other Caricom countries in latest report
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PAHO highlights achievements of Jamaica and other Caricom countries in latest report
April 13 05:20 PM
WASHINGTON, United States (CMC) – Several Caribbean Community (Caricom) countries have been highlighted for the progress made in their health sectors,...
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Family seeks answers after US influencer dies during ‘dream’ vacation with fiancé
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Family seeks answers after US influencer dies during ‘dream’ vacation with fiancé
April 13 05:17 PM
Family members of Ashly Robinson, the American content creator popularly known as Ashlee Jenae, are seeking answers following her sudden death while o...
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JTA welcomes announcement of relocation of Hurricane Melissa shelterees
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JTA welcomes announcement of relocation of Hurricane Melissa shelterees
April 13 04:43 PM
KINGSTON, Jamaica—The Jamaica Teachers’ Association (JTA) is welcoming the announcement by the Ministry of Local Government and Community Development ...
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Forex: $159.09 to one US dollar
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Forex: $159.09 to one US dollar
April 13 04:14 PM
KINGSTON, Jamaica — The United States (US) dollar on Monday, April 13, ended trading at $159.09 down by 9 cents, according to the Bank of Jamaica’s da...
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Increase in income tax threshold now in effect—TAJ
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Increase in income tax threshold now in effect—TAJ
April 13 04:06 PM
KINGSTON, Jamaica— The Tax Administration Jamaica (TAJ) is reminding employers and tax payers that the income tax threshold (tax-free amount) has incr...
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Trial for ‘Beachy Stout’ in murder of first wife adjourned to January
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Trial for ‘Beachy Stout’ in murder of first wife adjourned to January
April 13 03:43 PM
KINGSTON, Jamaica—The trial for Portland businessman Everton “Beachy Stout” McDonald in relation to the murder of his first wife, Marlene McDonald has...
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Modern adoption and foster care systems needed to improve child welfare — Morris Dixon
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Modern adoption and foster care systems needed to improve child welfare — Morris Dixon
January 31, 2026
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Strengthening adoption, foster care and support for children with special needs has been identified as a national priority to ensu...
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Nearly 500 prisoners certified in skill of their choice — Morris Dixon
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Nearly 500 prisoners certified in skill of their choice — Morris Dixon
January 31, 2026
KINGSTON, Jamaica — As part of efforts to reduce the rate of recidivism in Jamaica, 467 incarcerated individuals received certification in a skill of ...
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First set of modular homes expected in February
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First set of modular homes expected in February
January 28, 2026
KINGSTON, Jamaica — The first set of modular homes being procured by the Government to address housing issues in the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa sh...
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Children’s education will not be jeopardised by challenges beyond their control — ministry
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Children’s education will not be jeopardised by challenges beyond their control — ministry
January 5, 2026
KINGSTON, Jamaica — As schools reopen for the Easter Term, the Ministry of Education, Skills, Youth and Information has assured parents that no child’...
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WATCH: Christmas parties for government entities cancelled—Morris Dixon
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WATCH: Christmas parties for government entities cancelled—Morris Dixon
December 10, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica—Minister for Education, Skills, Youth and Information Senator Dana Morris Dixon says Christmas parties for government entities have ...
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78 per cent of schools reopen so far
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78 per cent of schools reopen so far
November 23, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Minister of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, Senator Dana Morris Dixon, says as of November 19, 2025, 78 per cent or 791 ...
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CXC extends exam timetable for Jamaica
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CXC extends exam timetable for Jamaica
November 22, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica — The Caribbean Examinations Council (CXC) has agreed to extend the examination timetable for Jamaica. Minister of Education, Skills...
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Fast-Tracking digital inclusion critical to vision 2030 goals, says FLOW
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Fast-Tracking digital inclusion critical to vision 2030 goals, says FLOW
October 2, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica – Jamaica must accelerate its digital transformation to meet the ambitious goals of Vision 2030, with urgent action needed on afford...
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‘Every child is our child,’ says Senator Morris Dixon
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‘Every child is our child,’ says Senator Morris Dixon
October 1, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Minister of Education, Youth and Information Senator Dana Morris Dixon says every Jamaican has a responsibility to ensure the safe...
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Morris Dixon happy with number of women elected to Parliament
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Morris Dixon happy with number of women elected to Parliament
September 4, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica—The Minister of Education, Youth, Skills, and Information, Senator Dana Morris Dixon, says he is elated at the number of women who a...
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Education Ministry to provide targeted psychological support in schools
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Education Ministry to provide targeted psychological support in schools
August 9, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica - In response to the growing mental health challenges faced by students across Jamaica, particularly those from trauma-affected comm...
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Graduates charged to leverage technology to create innovative solutions
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Graduates charged to leverage technology to create innovative solutions
June 27, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica – Education, Skills, Youth and Information Minister, Senator Dana Morris Dixon, has charged the St Jago High School 2025 graduating ...
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Education Minister encourages UTech to expand programmes to aid national development
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Education Minister encourages UTech to expand programmes to aid national development
May 2, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Minister of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, Senator Dana Morris Dixon, is encouraging the leadership of the University o...
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Reading to be timetabled for grades 1-3 students in primary schools
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Reading to be timetabled for grades 1-3 students in primary schools
April 25, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica - Grades one to three students at the primary level will soon begin to benefit from at least two hours of timetabled reading each we...
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Education Minister highlights character and technology as dual pillars for Jamaica’s future progress
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Education Minister highlights character and technology as dual pillars for Jamaica’s future progress
March 1, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica - Minister of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, Senator Dana Morris Dixon, has emphasised that Jamaica’s progress hinges not...
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Gov’t committed to curbing gender-based violence
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Gov’t committed to curbing gender-based violence
February 20, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica--Minister of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, Senator Dana Morris Dixon, has reiterated the Government’s commitment to curb...
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JUTC adds two more rural routes
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JUTC adds two more rural routes
February 7, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica--The Jamaica Urban Transit Company (JUTC) has introduced two new routes, which will operate between Chapelton and May Pen in Clarend...
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More young Jamaicans encouraged to enter health sector
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More young Jamaicans encouraged to enter health sector
January 24, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica - Minister of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, Senator Dana Morris Dixon, is encouraging more young people to pursue career...
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Minister says tackling food insecurity key to increasing equity in education
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Minister says tackling food insecurity key to increasing equity in education
January 13, 2025
KINGSTON, Jamaica - Tackling food insecurity is key to increasing equity in education, says Minister of Education, Youth, Skills and Information, Sena...
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Education Minister emphasises significance of effective leadership at any level
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Education Minister emphasises significance of effective leadership at any level
December 9, 2024
MONTEGO BAY, Jamaica – Minister of Education, Skills, Youth and Information, Senator Dr Dana Morris Dixon, says effective leadership at any level is c...
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School safety policy to be finalized by month end
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School safety policy to be finalized by month end
November 25, 2024
KINGSTON, Jamaica – Minister of Education, Skills, Youth, and Information, Senator Dana Morris Dixon says the new School Safety Policy is expected to ...
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St James Municipal Corporation looking at making Charles Gordon Market more manageable
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ST JAMES, Jamaica — The St James Municipal Corporation is examining ways to make the Charles Gordon Market more manageable for those who use it, espec...
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Only one grant permitted per household under ROOFS programme—Labour Ministry
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Only one grant permitted per household under ROOFS programme—Labour Ministry
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KINGSTON, Jamaica—The Ministry of Labour and Social Security (MLSS) is reminding the public that under the Restoration of Owner or Occupant Family She...
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PAHO highlights achievements of Jamaica and other Caricom countries in latest report
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PAHO highlights achievements of Jamaica and other Caricom countries in latest report
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Family seeks answers after US influencer dies during ‘dream’ vacation with fiancé
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Family seeks answers after US influencer dies during ‘dream’ vacation with fiancé
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Family members of Ashly Robinson, the American content creator popularly known as Ashlee Jenae, are seeking answers following her sudden death while o...
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JTA welcomes announcement of relocation of Hurricane Melissa shelterees
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