VIDEO: 1,200 Old Harbour children touched by Yvonne Castle Foundation
Like last year, Lafe Crescent, Old Harbour was abuzz with excitement, the entire road blocked off for a day of jollification, medical care…
- | Diaspora, Education
Republic status without final court resolution 'sensible', Holness tells Diasporans
That was the word from Prime Minister, the Most Andrew Holness, in his Independence message to the Diaspora, read by Deputy Chief of Mission…
- | News, Diaspora
Over 300 locals received aid from Old Harbour and Friends Association
The annual community outreach initiative, this time saw over 300 locals receiving support in the form of care packages, medical checks and…
- | Diaspora, Education
West Indies cricket legend Joel Garner to be honored
The six-foot eight-inch tall former fast bowler will participate in a cricket ceremony and watch party in midtown Manhattan on Monday, June…
- | Diaspora, Sports
Old Harbour Diaspora to honour community giant in New York
Gordon, a wearer of many acclaimed honorary distinctions throughout a distinguished career in academia, community work and personal life,…
- | News, Diaspora
Jamaican charity Pollyanna Project Inc. marks 30 years with New York gala
Atop Terrace Park’s fourth floor inside the glitzy Crystal ballroom, over 150 people marked the occasion in opulent style.
The…
- | Diaspora
Jamaican Hartley Matthews tells the tale of his roots through ‘Cultural Kaleidoscope’
However, our ability to tell tales covers not only our oral or even our musical ability but encompasses our visual connectivity as well.…
- | Diaspora
‘An honour and privilege’ for Old Harbour-born Dr Odette Thomas
Still a fledging foundation, as it was formed during the covid-19 pandemic, Dr Thomas and her team treated staff at the primary institution…
- | Diaspora, Lifestyle
Dunce culturalism a threat to good education
Attacks on the education system in an attempt to dumb down a nation should not be tolerated. Policies should be in place to protect and…
- | Commentary, Diaspora
Greater Toronto Area: A vast and well-developed Jamaican ecosystem
I have viewed the impact of many of these organizations from a personal and global perspective. The JCA in Canada, however, is a different…
- | Commentary, Diaspora
Old Harbour & Friends celebrate Family Day in Queens, NY
The picnic brought together Jamaicans from other communities as well who have been supportive of the annual reunion organized by the Old…
- | Diaspora
TagHeart Foundation delivers heartfelt gesture to Old Harbour Primary
The US-registered charity was making its second voyage to Jamaica, following its debut tour last year visiting Marlie Mount Primary and…
- | Diaspora
Pollyanna Project, founded by Jamaican Donna Moore, treats hundreds in Ghana
Recently, the US charity group founded 29 years ago by Jamaican Donna Moore, journeyed to the Volta region in Ghana, providing aid to some…
- | Diaspora
Prominent Old Harbour diaspora group fetes hundreds in home town
The occasion forms part of a series of events commemorating the group’s 30th year of existence as a charity organization.
Held…
- | Diaspora
Kwame McPherson: 2023 Commonwealth Short Story winner ‘knew I was onto something good’
The renowned Jamaican poet, novelist, editor, proofreader, literary coach and book mentor strategist first attained the prestigious win for…
- | Diaspora
Canada unveils modern passport with new security features
Sean Fraser, minister of immigration, refugees and citizenship, and Karina Gould, Minister of Families, Children and Social Development, are…
- | Diaspora, International