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We all have stories to tell about the people and circumstances that shaped us, but years from now, will those stories be remembered? Will generations to come hear, reflect on and learn from them after we’re gone? These are questions 29-year old Fe
Farming encompasses many components to maximise success, and in recognition of that, the Agricultural Marketing Information Division (AMID) was formed.
The division was developed to provide national and international clients with a comprehensive stati
Sports Illustrated will announce its choice for Sportsman of the Year on Dec. 3. Here's one of the nominations for that honor by an SI writer. Please vote for your Sportsman of the Year at our Facebook page.
Put aside for a moment that in 2012, Usain
St. Kitts and Nevis recorded an increase in foreign direct investment in 2011 outpacing several other Caribbean nations.
An international report said this is an indication of the trust of transnational companies in the government of St. Kitts and Nevi
Excellent food, culture, entertainment & patron experience
The culturally rich and gastronomically delightful 11th Annual Grace Jamaican Jerk Festival at Markham Park in Sunrise, Florida brought out a diverse group of some 16,000 patrons – from grandm
South Florida will be in for a pre-Christmas treat when superstar Beres Hammond takes his extensive lovers rock catalogue to the Hard Rock Live on Friday December 14 at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood.
December 14 will truly be a ni
As the Jamaican nation continues to grow in its awareness for the need to create a society that is fully accessible to persons with disabilities, The Maia Chung Autism and Disabilities Foundation (MCADF) is issuing an urgent call to all its members
Thursday, November 22, 2012 | 3:18 PM
KINGSTON, Jamaica — Junior Agriculture minister Ian Hayles has made an appeal to local banks for a reduction in interest rates on agricultural lo
According to Hayles when comparisons are made with lending rates in
Garfene Grandison, Gleaner Writer
Every once in a while, a designer pops on the scene using elements from everyday life. Jean Paul Gaultier is one such designer who has received no formal training, but has showcased his designs all over the world dr
As the first ever recipient of the David Squeeze Annakie Prosthesis Grant Miss Fitzhenley is now adjusting to her new aid an
In our four years of existence The Maia Chung Autism and Disabilities Foundation is proud to be nominated among such an August group of disabilities focused groups and individuals FOR A LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD - congrats to Monsignor Ramkisoon for
Two of the Caribbean’s best known heads of government, a world-famous entertainment icon and civil rights advocate, writers with global followings, a former Mayor of New York City, the person who led Jamaica longer than anyone else in the nation’s hi
The story of esteemed makeup artist and Beauty Consultant Dianne John has been long in coming, but as the old saying goes, ‘nothing happens before its time’. Many are familiar with her noteworthy how-to articles in Guardian Media Ltd’s WomanWise maga
St James to the rescue?
BY HORACE HINES Observer staff reporter
Sunday, November 11, 2012
AMITY HALL, St James — The importation of bananas for local consumption will not be necessary to offset an expected shortfal in the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy, s
By Jacqueline Charles
jcharles@MiamiHerald.com
PETIT-GOÂVE, Haiti -- Before Sandy dumped more than 20 inches of rain on Haiti, rural towns like Petit-Goâve were relatively prosperous, their crops of banana, pigeon peas and yam helping feed the isla
The Danger
Every year, many areas of Jamaica experience drought conditions. These sometimes last for long periods, causing large areas of vegetation to become very dry. In these conditions, vegetation will burn qu

Workmen effecting repairs to the roof of a greenhouse in Epworth, St. Ann, that was damaged during the recent passing of Hurricane Sandy.
Minister of State for Agriculture and Fisheries,
Good Afternoon Ladies and Gentlemen:
State Minister in the Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries - Ian Hayles will be giving status updates of his recent series of tours of thos


