Saint Elizabeth

Saint Elizabeth once covered most of southwest Jamaica, until Westmoreland was taken from it in 1703 and part of Manchester in 1814. The parish was named after the wife of Sir Thomas Modyford, the first English governor…

Saint Elizabeth originally included most of the southwest part of the island, but Westmoreland was taken from it in 1703, and in 1814 a part of Manchester. The resulting areas were named after the wife of Sir Thomas Mod…

Saint Elizabeth (Jamaican Patois: Sint Elizabet) is one of Jamaica's largest parishes. It is located in the southwest of the island, in the county of Cornwall. Its capital, Black River, is located at the mouth of the Bl…

A raised bed in the courtyard, a community garden or simply swapping cuttings and seeds: gardening connects generations. People without a garden of their own are often happy to share a bed. Do you have plants, tools or …

Snow and ice are a real challenge for older or unwell neighbours. If you're clearing your own path anyway, you can often do a few metres more. Sharing a bag of grit between several houses saves effort too. Who in Saint …

Moving for training or university is exciting, but it can feel a bit lonely at first. Sports groups, choirs, youth clubs or volunteering are great ways to meet people quickly. And sometimes just saying hi here is enough…

Sport doesn't have to mean pressure. Bouldering, skating, volleyball in the park or running with friends: the main thing is that you enjoy moving. Many clubs offer free taster sessions. What sport is popular in Saint El…

Spring brings blossom everywhere, summer calls you to the water, autumn leaves glow and winter gets cosy. Which season do you love most in Saint Elizabeth Parish, and what do you like to do then? Let us know!

Some words only make sense if you grew up here. Which local expression from Saint Elizabeth Parish do you love, and what does it mean? Post it in the comments, ideally with a short explanation for everyone who moved her…

Moving somewhere new often means not knowing anyone yet, and that's exactly when a neighbourhood can show how welcoming it is. Just arrived in Saint Elizabeth Parish? Tell us where you're from and what you're looking fo…

Festivals, customs and small rituals connect people across decades. Which tradition in Rajshahi Division means the most to you, and do you take part yourself? Tell us about it in the comments!

Sport doesn't have to mean pressure. Bouldering, skating, volleyball in the park or running with friends: the main thing is that you enjoy moving. Many clubs offer free taster sessions. What sport is popular in Rajshahi…

Moving for training or university is exciting, but it can feel a bit lonely at first. Sports groups, choirs, youth clubs or volunteering are great ways to meet people quickly. And sometimes just saying hi here is enough…