Published:Friday | June 24, 2016 | 12:00 AMKeisha Hill
The Victoria Mutual Building Society (VMBS) has made it easier for members to make mortgage applications and check their mortgage status through a new online service.The centre now offers first-time buyers online access to apply for a mortgage,...
Published:Wednesday | June 29, 2016 | 2:11 PMKeisha Hill
Future Energy Corporation (FEC) recently donated and commissioned a solar system at Campion College, one of the island's leading secondary institutions. Since the installation, the school has saved more than $1 million on their electricity...
Published:Friday | June 24, 2016 | 12:00 AMKeisha Hill
In an effort to strengthen the existing infrastructure and improve the overall aesthetics of the New Day Primary and Junior High School, the school's alumni is undertaking a Homecoming Week from June 28 to July 3.According to Joni Williams, the...
Published:Friday | June 17, 2016 | 12:00 AMKeisha Hill
Konoko Falls, nestled in the hills of St Ann, overlooking the resort area of Ocho Rios, has received a Certificate of Excellence from TripAdvisor, the world's largest travel site.The achievement celebrates hospitality businesses that have earned...
Published:Thursday | June 16, 2016 | 10:57 PMKeisha Hill
Towering at over six feet, his gentle demeanour and easy, endearing smile pulls you in. Poet, songwriter, and writer Sean C. Harrison says poetry writing gives people the ability to dive deep into parts of themselves that they want others to...
Published:Monday | June 13, 2016 | 12:00 AMKeisha Hill
Primary- and secondary-school students from across the island had a fun-filled day participating in various activities at the seventh staging of Nestlé Jamaica's Schools Wellness Fiesta, held at the Ranny Williams Entertainment Centre recently.The...
Published:Thursday | June 9, 2016 | 12:00 AMKeisha Hill
Nestlé Jamaica is about to construct a new corporate office and distribution centre on more than 6.3 acres of land in St Catherine.The office complex will enhance the productivity of their employees and the fully equipped, state-of-the-art...
Published:Thursday | June 9, 2016 | 12:00 AMKeisha Hill
"Welcome to Ackee Walk a Jamaican city full of vibes, culture and history ... children play and children sing, children learn about everything..." is the introduction to a fun and exciting animated puppet series conceptualised and developed right...
Published:Wednesday | June 8, 2016 | 12:00 AMKeisha Hill
Hillary Clinton claimed the Democratic presidential nomination on Tuesday night after decisive victories in the California, New Jersey, and New Mexico primaries. If elected president, Clinton would become the first woman to lead the United States....
Published:Thursday | May 26, 2016 | 12:00 AMKeisha Hill
Francis Amair, regional manager at Marksman Limited, knows the value of keeping customers happy. Having served in varying client relations based positions over the years, he believes in providing customers and clients with realistic expectations and...
Published:Monday | May 30, 2016 | 12:00 AMKeisha Hill
Sagicor Group Jamaica Foundation's Adopt-A-School Programme had a grand time at the Hope Zoo in St Andrew with the children recently.Sagicor Foundation and LASCO iCool treated more than 300 students from across the island to a day of fun, frolic,...
Published:Tuesday | May 24, 2016 | 12:00 AMKeisha Hill
THEEIRA Schader Home for the Aged received a much-needed facelift on Labour Day, thanks to a team of volunteers from the Victoria Mutual Group who visited the premises located in Trench Town, St Andrew.The team of volunteers included employees from...
Published:Thursday | May 19, 2016 | 12:00 AMKeisha Hill
Rosetta Steer stood confidently at the podium, speaking eloquently and effortlessly captivating her audience. This was just a little over a year ago when she copped the top award in the GraceKennedy/Heather Little-White Household Worker of the...
Published:Thursday | May 19, 2016 | 12:27 PMKeisha Hill
As the Catholic College of Mandeville (CCM) seeks to improve its range of offerings to local students seeking higher education, it has begun a transition into a postgraduate institution.Following a recent analysis and evaluation, a decision was...
Published:Tuesday | May 10, 2016 | 12:00 AMKeisha Hill
Eat Healthy...Exercise...Knock out Obesity' is this year's theme for the seventh staging of the Nestlé Schools Wellness Fiesta.In collaboration with the Jamaica Cultural Development Commission (JCDC), Nestlé's aim is to encourage healthy children,...
Published:Monday | May 9, 2016 | 12:00 AMKeisha Hill
Calling all men! If you are a household worker or know of any males who are doing well in this profession, the GraceKennedy Heather Little-White Household Worker Award welcomes your application.At the launch held at the company's Harbour Street...
Published:Monday | May 9, 2016 | 12:00 AMKeisha Hill
LASCO Manufacturing Limited and LASCO Distributors Limited, producers, exporters and distributors of soy based and other products primarily from Jamaica have seen tremendous growth since listing on the Jamaica Stock Exchange's (JSE) Junior Market....
Published:Friday | May 13, 2016 | 12:00 AMKeisha Hill
This year, Nestlé is celebrating its 150th anniversary globally.As the company observes this significant milestone it continues to hold true to its long-term conviction of creating value for shareholders, the communities where it operates and the...
Published:Thursday | May 12, 2016 | 12:00 AMKeisha Hill
Dancing to music has long been used as a form of expression for celebrations, entertainment, and to simply have fun. But for children who are hearing impaired, participating in the Jamaica Cultural Development Commission (JCDC) National Deaf Dance...
Published:Tuesday | May 10, 2016 | 12:00 AMKeisha Hill
The Sagicor Foundation's Adopt-A-School Programme continues to recognise the importance of its staff providing community service by giving of their time and skills for national development.Several of the organisations branches across the island have...
Published:Monday | May 9, 2016 | 12:00 AMKeisha Hill
Nestlé Jamaica recently donated computers and accessories to the Unity Primary and Infant School.Shawna Kidd, corporate communications and consumer relations manager at Nestlé, said over the years, they have been committed to supporting the...
Published:Wednesday | May 11, 2016 | 12:00 AMKeisha Hill
Breakfast over the years has been classified as the most important meal of the day. As the global leader in nutrition, health and wellness, Nestlé has embraced the opportunity to partner with corporate Jamaica as a means of strengthening the...
Published:Friday | May 6, 2016 | 12:36 PMKeisha Hill
Anthony Frampton's debut novel, Bare Attitude, is a page-turner and is sure to keep you riveted. Action-packed from the very first page, it is filled with intrigue, romance, power, authority, and deception, never slowing down or skipping a beat.A...
Published:Wednesday | April 27, 2016 | 12:00 AMKeisha Hill
Nestle has embraced the opportunity to partner with corporate Jamaica to strengthen the awareness of the importance of breakfast to its customers' health and well-being.At the launch of the initiative with the Jamaica Urban Transit Company (JUTC) at...
Published:Wednesday | April 6, 2016 | 12:00 AMKeisha Hill
The unique background and talents of Jamaica-born Diana Burke have served her well in establishing businesses and community endeavours across the region and the world. Arriving in Canada just over four decades ago...
