Jamaica to develop historic tourist attraction for Columbus

A site on the Jamaican coastline where Christopher Columbus was marooned on his ill-fated fourth voyage will be developed as a tourist attraction, the premier’s office said Wednesday. Read more

Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Ceremony

Officers of The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Jamaica says that, February 6, 2007, at 3:45 pm will be an historic moment for thirty-four young Jamaicans who have worked hard to qualify for the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, Gold. The prestigious award ceremony for these youngsters to receive their Gold Awards will be held at King’s House in the presence of the Governor General of Jamaica, His Excellency The Most Hon. Professor Kenneth Hall, ON, OJ. His Royal Highness The Earl of Wessex, Prince Edward, KG, KCVO, ADC will present the awards. Read more