Caribbean
Work Continues on Montserrat's Cultural Policy
Category: Montserrat Written by Nerissa Golden
Work continues on creating a national cultural policy for Montserrat, which will offer a framework for developing the island’s culture over the next decade. Last November a public meeting was held to hear ideas from the community on how Montserrat’s culture can be protected and enhanced.
Wray and Nephew Re-Packages White Overproof Rum for Jamaica 50
Category: Jamaica Written by Media Release
As the Island of Jamaica gears up to celebrate its 50th year of Independence, the country’s oldest company, J. Wray and Nephew Limited has re-packaged one of its premier products, signaling its continued dedication to nationhood. The company launched the commemorative packaging for its White Overproof Rum on June 26, during a ceremony at the Mona Visitors’ Lodge and Conference Centre at the University of the West Indies, Mona campus.
St Lucia Pitons Under Threat
Category: St Lucia
The St Lucia Pitons has escaped being added to the World Heritage Danger List by the World Heritage Committee. The International Union for the Conservation of Nature, IUCN, had recommended that Pitons Management Area in the Caribbean island nation of Saint Lucia, along with Lake Turkana National Parks in Kenya, the Dja Faunal Reserve in Cameroon, and the Virgin Komi Forests in Russia, be added to the List of World Heritage in Danger.
Marionettes Premiere Jenkins' "The Armed Man: a Mass for Peace
Category: Trinidad & Tobago Written by Caroline Taylor
Next weekend, the Marionettes’ three choirs give Karl Jenkins’ new contemporary classic “The Armed Man (A Mass for Peace)” its Caribbean premiere as part of the Marionettes’ anticipated mid-year concert, of “A Gift to the Nation II”.
Speech By Hon. Premier Reuben T. Meade At The Handing Over Of The ECCU Chairmanship
Category: Montserrat Written by Nerissa Golden
Greetings and a warm welcome to all at this handing over ceremony of the Monetary Council as the chairmanship of the Monetary Council is transferred to the Honourable Denzil Douglas, Prime Minister of St Kitts and Nevis.
The Montserrat Department of Environment Publishes Mountain Chicken Awareness Poster
Category: Montserrat Written by Montserrat Dept of Environment
The Darwin Initiative Mountain Chicken Project, implemented by the Department of Environment and Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust, is pleased to announce the publication of a poster aimed at raising awareness of the Critically Endangered Mountain Chicken on Montserrat.
Dancehall Music Artistes Outraged At Being Excluded From Jamaica 50 Concert
Category: Jamaica Written by CEM
The dancehall community is outraged about the planned Jamaica 50 celebration concert series for this summer. Recent reports suggest that there are no artists from the dancehall genre on the roster for the concert. This has not gone down well with some dancehall artists.
Appleton Estate 50 Year Old Jamaica Rum Releases Jamaica Independence Reserve
Category: Jamaica Written by Appleton Release
Appleton Estate Jamaica Rum is proud to announce the release of a world first in Rum, the very rare Limited Edition Appleton Estate 50 Year Old Jamaica Rum - Jamaica Independence Reserve. Appleton Estate 50 Year Old Jamaica Rum - Jamaica Independence Reserve comprises rums that have been aged for a minimum of 50 years in hand selected, oak barrels and it is believed to be the oldest rum available for sale in the world. Only 800 bottles of this very rare, Limited Edition bottling will be made available for sale around the world at a target Retail Price of US$5,000 per 750ml bottle.
Soca Frenzy Presents: J'ouvert Band For Montserrat's 50th Anniversary Of Festival
Category: Montserrat Written by Jeevan Robinson
Destination 50: Montserrat's Festival 2012 will be nothing short of pure mas! Adding to the mix of amazing troupes and groups that are planning to take part during this year end's festival, is the UK based Soca Frenzy Crew as they present their J'ouvert Band!
Grenada Government Making Plans For Election Anniversary
Category: Grenada Written by MNI Political Reporter
As the fourth anniversary of Grenada’s last general election approaches, separate events to commemorate the occasion are being planned by government and the opposition New National Party (NNP).
Vacancy: Deputy Director Of Research - Caribbean Tourism Organisation
Category: Barbados Written by Johnson Johnrose
The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) is seeking to fill the position of Deputy Director of Research. The Deputy Director of Research is a management position within the Division of Research and Information Technology, reporting to the Director of Research and Information Technology. The Deputy Director will lead and oversee the technical aspects of the research function; supervise research staff and ensure timely tangible outputs of the Division. In addition, the individual will work closely with the CTO member countries’ tourism research and tourism statistics agencies as a partner in helping them achieve greater efficiency through capacity building and provision of technical assistance.
Hot Off The presses: "Peenie Wallie riddim" "Negirl Weekend riddim" and "Happy Daze Riddim"
Category: Jamaica Written by MPR Consulting/Shuzz PR
Digital distributing giants 21st Hapilos summer releases are hot off the presses with Fras Twinz "Happy Daze riddim", Don Corleon records "Peenie Wallie riddim" and Romiech Records "Negirl Weekend riddim"! Peenie Wallie riddim produced by international top billboard producer Don Corleon features such artists as Grammy Award winner Sean Paul, "World Boss" Vybz Kartel, Craigy T from chart topping dancehall group T.O.K, Liquid, Da Professor, Masicka, DonChappa, Trever feat Leea, Nicki B and Raine Seville.
Trinidad and Tobago Prime Minister Reshuffles Her Cabinet
Category: Trinidad & Tobago Written by MNI Political Reporter
Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar has made good on her May 24 promise to Trinidadians that she was going to carry out a “reconfiguration” of her Cabinet. Shortly before 8 p.m. last Friday (June 22), the Trinidad and Tobago prime minister announced her “major shifts in responsibilities and portfolios [in order] to get the most out of the best fit possible”, she read from her prepared statement.
Lordstreet, Arts-in-Action And OWTU Presents MONSTER MARCH For OWTU’s 75th Anniversary
Category: Trinidad & Tobago Written by Caroline Taylor
Set for a premiere on Friday 29th June at the historic Palms Club in San Fernando, Tony Hall’s Lordstreet Theatre, the Oilfield Workers Trade Union (OWTU) and Arts-in-Action present MONSTER MARCH, in celebration of the OWTU’s 75th anniversary.
Tickets Now On Sale For Marionettes Mid Year Concert In Trinidad
Category: Trinidad & Tobago Written by Caroline Taylor
Twenty-five years after the BP Marionettes' first offering of “A Gift to the Nation” – commemorating the 25th anniversary of Trinidad & Tobago's independence in 1987 – the Marionettes’ three choirs and bpTT commemorate Trinidad & Tobago's 50th anniversary with “A Gift to the Nation II” at Queen's Hall on July 14th and 15th.
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