83 peace corps trainees for Jamaica 50th anniversary

Wednesday March 14, 2012 marked a historical occasion for Peace Corps Jamaica. Not only was it the day of arrival of the 83rd group of Peace Corps Trainees to Jamaica, but their presence on the island underscores fifty years of the Peace Corps’ commitment and ongoing service to Jamaica. Country Director Dr. Carla Ellis, staff members and currently serving Volunteers were on hand at the Norman Manley International airport to greet the 36 member group. A Welcome Reception was later held at the Peace Corps’ headquarters to celebrate the arrival.…

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New 2012 date for Actor Boy Awards is April 2

The 2012 Actor Boy Awards has been rescheduled to April 2 at Chasers Cafe, 5 Belmont Road. The decision to adjust the date from March 26 is largely due to the fact that the Local Government Elections also take place on that date. The Awards show is scheduled to start at 8pm. This years honoree is the Edna Manley School of Drama which for the last 50 years has shouldered the responsibility of the training and education of theatre practitioners. For additional information please feel free to contact Nicole Brown…

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Jamaica Music Countdown March 23 – 29, 2012 by Richie B

JAMAICA MUSIC COUNTDOWN BY RICHIE B, HOST – “HOT MIX” ON HOT 102FM MAR 23 – 29, 2012 TOP 25 DANCE HALL SINGLES TW LW WOC TITLE/ARTISTE/LABEL 01 1 19 If I Was Your Girl – Ms. Triniti – Trinigirl/Unseen Lab Records (2wks@#1) NM 02 4 11 Do Sumn – Konshens – Subkonshus Music U-2 03 2 14 Party Shot – Popcaan – TJ Records (3wks@#1) D-1 04 3 12 World Boss (Why Pree) – Vybz Kartel – Head Concussion (pp#3) D-1 05 6 15 School Fee – Darrio –…

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Business events March 18-26 in Jamaica

Shipping Association of Jamaica workshop on ‘How to Win and Keep Customers’, at SAJ offices, 4 Fourth Avenue, Newport West, Kingston, 8:30 a.m. dahliac@jamports.com Business Development Options workshop on performance management, at Courtleigh Hotel & Suites, Knutsford Boulevard, New Kingston, 8:30 a.m. projectsandtrainingja@yahoo.com PSOJ/CADRC ‘Alternative Dispute Resolution’ seminar, March 20-21, at Altamont Court Hotel, Tucker Avenue, New Kingston, 8:30 a.m. andreenl@psoj.org Institute of Chartered Accounts of Jamaica launch the ICAJ Writer’s Club, at ICAJ Secretariat, 8 Ruthven Road, New Kingston, 5:30 p.m. prassistant@icaj.org Jamaica Business Development Corporation hosts HACCP workshop,…

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Fethi Tabet in concert March 22 in Jamaica

The Alliance française de la Jamaïque, in association with JNBS, presents the first ever concert in Jamaica by Algerian-born singer and instrumentalist, Fethi Tabet. This concert by Tabet who has performed the world over, from India to China, with stops in Africa, America and the Middle East, will take place on Thursday, March 22, 2012 starting at 8 p.m. at the Courtleigh Auditorium. This musical master delivers a message of peace and fraternity, through his powerful voice and instruments, captivating audiences and delivering magical performances in his own exceptional style.…

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What Jamaican herbs can help build muscle tone?

Dear Jamaican Herbalist, Hello! I would love to know if there are any herbs that you know of that are good for muscle tone because I’m not fond of pharmaceutical medicine. Jay Dear Jay, Several herbs can be effective to building muscle tone – building tissues. The tonifying herb, Ginseng is often used to build muscle tone. A good tea blend of Ginger, Peppermint, Raspberry, Spearmint, and Wild Yam increases muscle tone. Here are some other useful ones Marshmallow root, Sage, Dandelion leaves, Alfalfa, Kelp, Rose Hips, Licorice, Mullein, Nettles,…

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