Westmoreland

Westmoreland's earliest inhabitants were the Ciboney and Arawak peoples. The Ciboney arrived first, from the coast of South America, around 500 BC; known as cave dwellers, they lived along the cliffs of Negril, where ca…

The earliest inhabitants of Westmoreland were the Arawak and Ciboney peoples. The Ciboney were first to arrive, from the coast of South America, around 500 BC. Known as "cave dwellers", they lived along the cliffs of Ne…

Westmoreland (Jamaican Patois: Wesmolan) is the westernmost parish in Jamaica, on the south side of the island. It lies south of Hanover, southwest of Saint James, and northwest of Saint Elizabeth, in the county of Corn…

A street party brings together people who otherwise just walk past each other. Check early with the council whether you need permission, share out tasks like tables, music and activities for kids, and everyone brings so…

A wobbly chair, a toaster that's given up, trousers with a hole: plenty can be saved with a little skill. At a repair meetup people bring their broken things and work out a fix together with handy neighbours. Can you re…

Strong, unique passwords and two-factor login protect your accounts better than anything else. Before you post, ask yourself if you'd still be fine with it in five years, and never share addresses or locations with stra…

Helping out, for example coaching kids' sports, at an animal shelter or at local events, brings new friendships and looks great on your CV. Often just a few hours a month are enough. Simply ask clubs and organisations i…

Every place can become a little nicer to live in, and locals often have the best ideas. What would you improve in Westmoreland Parish: more benches, better cycle paths, a meeting place for young and old? Share your sugg…

Not every day is sunny, and with kids you need good ideas when it pours. Where do you go in Westmoreland Parish when it's wet outside: the library, the swimming pool, a board-game café, or puddle jumping after all? Shar…

Almost every region has a dish you won't find anywhere else, or a recipe handed down through the generations. What food simply belongs to Westmoreland Parish? Tell us your favourites and where to try them!

Lots of things in town only work because people give their time for free. Where do you volunteer in Saint Thomas, Barbados, and where could more helping hands be useful? Tell us about it and inspire others to join in!

A good walk clears the head and shows your home from a new angle. Which route do you love most in Saint Thomas, Barbados, and roughly how long does it take? Share your favourite loop with us!

The weekend is coming and the question is the same as always: what shall we do? Got an idea for a day trip, a concert or simply a lovely afternoon in Saint Thomas, Barbados? Drop your tips in the comments!