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Nigy Boy during his graduation celebration.

Music

Visually impaired dancehall artist Nigy Boy graduates from Stony Brook University with a double major in Bachelor of Arts

By Tracey Khan

Richard "Richie B" Burgess, a veteran broadcaster with almost 30 years experience, presented with a proclamation in September 2022 by Brooklyn Assemblyman Brian Cunningham, representative for the 43rd Assembly District in New York.

People

Veteran Jamaican radio broadcaster Richard ‘Richie B’ Burgess joins Roadblock Radio

By Nelson A. King

Jamaican born Naeemah Senghor preparing to distribute food to the needy.

Jamaica

Bringing fresh food to the vulnerable: One woman’s act of kindness

By Milette Millington

Geoffrey Holder, third from left, receives award from UVCGB President the Rev. Dr. Roxie Morris, right, flanked by Holder's wife, Gwendolyn Holder, second from left, and Consul General Rondy "Luta" McIntosh.

People

Vincy cultural group honors outstanding eight at gala ceremony

By Nelson A. King

Owner of 'Just Because Hair Therapy Salon' Carol Thomas.

Business

Hair care pioneer Carol Thomas shares entrepreneurial insights, revolutionizing hair care in Black and Brown communities

By Tracey Khan

Pastor the Rev. Roger Jackson delivers sermon on ‘Mothers like no others.’

Brooklyn

‘Mothers like no others’: Pastor Roger Jackson

By Nelson A. King

Honorees standing with Congresswoman Yvette D. Clarke (fifth from left) and Assembly member Brian Cunningham (sixth from left).

People

NY State Assemblymember Brian Cunningham honors women

By Dawn Plummer

Dr. Olga Husbands.

People

A mother is ‘an honor, God-given privilege’: Dr. Olga Husbands

By Nelson A. King

Council Member Mercedes Narcisse (Center) with her children.

Brooklyn

Caribbean pols pay special tribute to mothers

By Nelson A. King

Jamaican children's book author, Carylee Carrington.

Books

A Jamaican woman’s journey to becoming a children’s book author

By Milette Millington

Pastor the Rev. Dr. Roxie Morris and Bishop Dr. David N. McDonald offer final pose to congregants.

Elaborate installation ceremony for Pastor Dr. Roxie Morris

By Nelson A. King

Kylla Herbert addresses reception late last month, at the Calabash Restaurant and Lounge in Philadelphia, PA, for St. Kitts and Nevis, Belize and St. Vincent and the Grenadines athletes at the Penn Relays.

People

Motherhood teaches Kylla Herbert to be more patient, better understand ‘the true meaning of unconditional love’

By Nelson A. King

Dr. Kelynne J. Oristel.

People

Dr. Kelynne J. Oristel: Motherhood, Haitian heritage most defining hues

By Nelson A. King

CEO of GloFace LLC, Devindra Mohanlall.

Business

Devindra Mohanlall: Breaking stereotypes and empowering women through makeup artistry

By Tracey Khan

global mashup

QNS

Get ready to dance! Global Mashup Series brings Haitian dance and Latin music to Flushing Town Hall this Saturday

Late President and CEO of Tower Isle Frozen Food, Patrick Jolly.

Jamaica

Caribbean business stalwart Patrick Jolly passes

By Dawn Plummer

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