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MARRIAGE FOR STATUS ILLEGAL

Guilty may face $10,000 fine or two years in prison Twenty-four days after the Government announced its plans to tackle the immigration issues, it is now warning members of the public of the illegality of entering marriage to gain immigration advantage.

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Public opinion sought on 12 storey impact assessment The general public is invited to review and send in their comments on the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) report for the Ritz Carlton Hotel Development to the Department of Planning over the next 28 days. PAGE  4

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Public opinion sought on 12 storey impact assessment BY DELANA ISLES THE GENERAL public is invited to review and send in their comments on the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) report for the Ritz Carlton Hotel Development to the Department of Planning over the next 28 days. The report has been finalised and is now available online for review at www.gov.tc/pressoffice/927-ritzcarlton-resort-eia-final-report. This step of the process is in accordance with planning requirements, the Physical Planning Department said on Wednesday (August 30). Physical copies of the EIA can be uplifted from the Department of Planning offices in Providenciales and Grand Turk. The assessment was submitted in accordance with condition 25 of the Outline Development Permission PR. 12462 for the Ritz Carton Hotel Development, granted on August 15, 2016. Upon review of the EIA, members of the public can send their comments to the Department of Planning at planningconsultation@gov.tc or to the Department of Planning, Emily House, Leeward Highway, and Providenciales or at South Base, Grand Turk within 28 days of the date of the publication on August 26. Additionally, a public consultation meeting will be held on Thursday, October 12, at the Gustarvus Lightbourne Auditorium,

An artist’s impression of the Ritz Carlton resort in Providenciales

Providenciales at 5.30pm, and the general public and all other stakeholders are urged to attend. The announcement comes just over one month since the two hoteliers (The Venetian and The

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Tuscany) had dropped the appeal of a judicial review decision by the local courts. That process has held up any forward movement on the $224 million project, which was signed and approved since 2015 by the then PNP Government. The EIA statement that is now available for review was prepared by Caribbean Environmental Design Associates (CEDA) and Applied Technology and Management (ATM).

A six-day construction work week (Monday to Saturday) is planned, with work beginning at 7am and ending at 5pm each work day. The casino would operate during the hours of 9am to 4am. The contract for the construction of the facility will be awarded to a local, regional or international construction company with the capacity, qualifications and experience in the construction of resort hotels of this scale and nature.

SCOPE OF THE DEVELOPMENT The proposed development comprises of hotel rooms, condo hotel residences with rental pool and amenities that are normally associated with a five star resort, including restaurant, spa, fitness centre, meeting spaces, retail shopping, and casino. A total of 317 rooms are planned, comprising a mixture of hotel rooms, condo hotel units and residences, with three prominent centrally located board-walks offering uninterrupted beach access. The project will be constructed in two phases, however, phase two will commence when phase one is about 50 percent completed. Construction work is scheduled to commence during the fourth quarter of 2017, with a construction time period of approximately 36 months.

EXCERPTS FROM THE EIA STATEMENT The construction of the proposed high-rise resort hotel brings with it a number of challenges and opportunities for management and the community. Among the challenges are potential weather delays: the availability of adequate numbers of skilled and unskilled workers; safety of construction workers and time constraints. Potential opportunities may include – increased revenues to government, generation of significant employment opportunities, both during the construction and operation phases of the development and the provision of training for Turks and Caicos Islanders in specialised construction areas. Baseline assessment of the site and surrounding environment

included the upland environment to evaluate flora and fauna and the marine environment to evaluate the effects of increased human activities due to the proposed development. The percent cover of individual groundcover species and vines was estimated. The presence of fauna observed within the plot or in the vicinity was recorded. Evidence of impacts was recorded to assist in determining the quality of the vegetative community on each plot. Investigations of marine communities included near shore areas and extended to approximately 300 feet (91 metres) from shore. Vegetative communities on portion of the property were so highly disturbed that native vegetative communities were essentially non-existent, and were designated as either “Disturbed Upland Communities”, or “Developed”. No wetlands were present on the property. The dominant vegetation present in disturbed uplands community was found to consist of opportunistic, weedy upland species that are typical of disturbed areas. Cow bush was by far the most abundant species on the site, being present in all 16 of the vegetative plots in this community. Other trees present were primarily ornamental species, including palms (e.g., coconut palms and fan palms), black olives and neem. No plant species that are designated as endemic to the Turks and Caicos or the Lucayan archipelago were observed in this Disturbed Uplands habitat. Two species, however, that are designated as “Native Plants of Special Conservation Concern” were observed. The disturbed uplands community was given a low rating for its environmental value and quality. No bird nests or other evidence of significant wildlife value was observed. The developed area consisted of a core three-wing, three story hotel building, that included one shoreparallel wing with views directly north onto Grace Bay, and two northsouth oriented wings with side views to the bay. Approximately 20 percent of the property is developed, consisted of buildings, driveways, parking lots and other areas of infrastructure associated with the resort that formerly occupied the site. Very few wildlife species were observed in the developed areas. This community was given CONTINUED 

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Marriage for immigration status is illegal, Gov’t warns BY DELANA ISLES TWENTY-FOUR days after the Government announced its plans to tackle the immigration issues in the country, it is now reminding and warning members of the public of the illegality of entering marriage to gain immigration advantage. On Wednesday (August 30), the Ministry of Border Control and Employment, under whose authority the immigration matters fall, found it necessary to remind the public of the consequences related to this offence. Anyone who enters into a marriage designed to gain immigration advantage commits an offence and is liable on summary conviction to a fine of $10,000 or a term of imprisonment of two years or to both. All persons are thereby being encouraged to avail themselves of the rules and regulations that fall under the Turks and Caicos Islands Immigration Ordinance 2015 and

Regulations 2016. Further enquiries can be directed to Customer Service Quality Assurance Manager, Emilio Seymour on 338-4114 or infobordercontrol@ gov.tc in regard to this or any other immigration concerns. Members of the public are being advised to cooperate and obey these rules. The warning comes as illegal workers, along those who are still in the process of renewing their documents through the relevant avenues, have been asked to comply with the laws of the country regarding entry, residency and work permit requirements. August 14 was the last day that anyone who was residing in the country illegally or with expired documents had to leave the TCI or be prosecuted and deported when apprehended. As previously advised by the ministry, the Immigration Regulations 2016 Sections 38 (3)

Minister Sean Astwood

Extension or renewal of Work Permit (Self-Employed) and 46 (5) Extension or renewal of Work Permit (Employed Persons) provides some exceptions for persons whose permits have not yet been renewed. These are: Section 38 (3) If an application for the extension or renewal of a work permit has been made before the expiry of the existing permit but has not been dealt with by the board when the permit is due

to expire, the permit continues in force until the application for extension or renewal is dealt with and any extension or renewal in such case shall be taken to have commenced from the day when the permit would have expired, but for the extension or renewal. Section 46 (5) If an application for the extension or renewal of a work permit has been made before the expiry of the existing permit but has not been dealt with by the board when the permit is due to expire, the permit continues in force until the application for extension or renewal is dealt with and any extension or renewal in such case shall be taken to have commenced from the day when the permit would have expired, but for the extension or renewal. Therefore, the August 14 deadline does not apply to the following people: those with active applications for renewals or extensions that are already before the labour

commissioner for labour clearances or the work permits boards for work permits; People with applications in for freelance work permits; People who have applied for permanent residency certificates, residency permits, naturalisation or registration, nor any other residence product other than those specified; People that have expired work permits or have yet to apply for the freelance work permits, and who desire to remain in the country after the 14 days are able to apply for same during this period. The ministry also continues to remind those who have remained in the TCI on expired visas without the benefit of an extension and those who have entered the country illegally to leave the country immediately. A reminder is also issued for anyone who has matters under dispute with the Labour Tribunal to contact the tribunal office for advice on status.

Young TC Islander dies while vacationing in Thailand – Thai police are not ruling out suicide BY DAISY HANDFIELD A TWENTY-three-year-old TCI woman fell to her death from a hotel room during a holiday in Thailand last week. The lifeless body of Maxine Vernice Missick was found by a motorcyclist in Hat Yai on August 25. According to a Thai news source, the young woman checked into the Lee Gardens Plaza hotel on Monday, August 21. Missick was found dead by a motorcyclist at 5.30am that Friday, August 25, just a few days before her scheduled departure date.

The motorcyclist told Thai police that he heard her body hit the ground and medics confirmed that she suffered major injuries, including suspected neck and back damage. According to an online report, Inspector General Sornpet Tantiamonchaikul from the Hat Yai Police Department said officers were still waiting for the results of a post mortem examination before ruling on the official cause of death. He said: “Police were notified by the rescue foundation about the accident involving the British tourist Maxine Missick. “She was staying alone in the room. Our investigation showed she

checked in on August 21. “In the room there was no damage or signs of violence. There are no suspicions or investigations into foul play or another person being involved. “A window was open. We believe she either committed suicide by jumping or she fell accidentally.” Missick was a studying biomedical science at Keele University in the United Kingdom. Her friends and family took to her Facebook page to express their grief and astonishment. One said: “No one is indispensable some people say, but some are irreplaceable, and you are!

Maxine Vernice Missick, 23

“Through each tear I try seeing you, Vernice, as I like calling you. “I waited for another news saying they mistakenly mentioned you dead but perplex and broken I am. “The poems and books we planned, all will be dedicated to you. Will always keep you in my heart Vernice Maxine Missick. “You are the most beautiful soul I have ever met. You marked the church and my friends. “Surely we will meet again, but this time in eternity where you will not have to leave me. You will be the

first I’ll ask about when I get there.” Another person said: “Maxine, I keep wishing that this tragic news was all fake and somebody would say, ‘She is doing just fine’. “But instead, I have to accept that you have left us. You were a blessing to my life before I even met you. “I wanted to finally settle with Rotary and you started our Rotaract Club along with Elliott, just in time for my first year of university. “When initially meeting you, I was so happy to find another person from the Caribbean…”

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Josephine Connolly blasts Gov’t on dormant account amendment IN HER first address to the House of Assembly since being fired from her post as education minister, elected member Josephine Connolly has questioned why the Government is attempting to take away the rights of Islanders when there are more pressing issues to deal with. Connolly’s comments were delivered in respect of the Dormant Accounts Amendment Bill 2017, which was read for the second time and debated in the assembly on Monday, August 21. “We have many issues to deal with in this country, crime is rising, the education system is in need of reform, and our borders are under constant threat,” she said. “The hospital contract needs to be reviewed. The service charges for hotel workers need resolution in accordance with the promise we made at the time of the election. “So I am at a complete loss as to why we, as a government, would have the time or the inclination to bring a bill that takes away the rights of Turks and Caicos Islanders to get their own money back,” Connolly told the House. She stated that this is what the amendment to section 10 of the Dormant Account Bill does; it takes away the rights of Islanders to claim their money back from the Government after six years. “I spoke earlier about supporting the Government as we fulfilled the promises we made at the time of the election. “I know that we, as the Government in waiting, did not promise to take people’s right to their

Josephine Connolly, Elected Member

own money away from them.” Connolly said that as an elected member of the house, she interacts with her constituents on a regular basis and no one has suggested to her that the Government should take away their rights to claim their own money. “Why would we want to pass a law that takes away people’s money,” the member questioned. She further recalled that she was an advocate of the dormant accounts legislation when it was brought before the House in 2014, but that was based on the guarantee that Islanders could claim their money back should it be seized from a dormant account. “That guarantee was written into the law in section 10, the same section that this amendment seeks to change by removing that guarantee. “My memory from that debate is that many of my colleagues now on this side of the isle expressed their concern that Turks and Caicos Islanders would lose their bank

accounts and section 10 was seen as the only protection,” she recalled. Before the dormant accounts ordinance was passed, money placed in local accounts could remain there for some 30 years and the account holder would still be able to access it during that time. Connolly noted: “Under the 2014 Dormant Accounts legislation I could come back 30 years later and get my money from government. “But after this amendment you come back after 30 years your money has gone, you come back after 20 years your money has gone, you come back after 15 years your money has gone.” The member said that the Government was not voted in to take away people’s money. She also stated that while she is not blind to the administrative burden section 10 places upon the Ministry of Finance, there is a simple, fair and equitable way of dealing with this, which leaves Islanders in a better position. She further suggested: “The Government should pass an amendment which levies an administrative charge on the balances in the same way that the banks do. “The fee will eventually extinguish all the balances, the smaller ones first, and Turks and Caicos Islanders will be no worse off because of the actions of their Government.” Connolly said she could not support the amendment and expressed the hope that the bill is withdrawn and replaced with one that does not disadvantage Islanders.

$20m South Caicos Airport runway completed – Gov’t to make announcement soon on new terminal BY DELANA ISLES THE SOUTH Caicos (XSC) Airport runway has finally been completed, and the Government is now reviewing the process to commence works on the new terminal. This was revealed by Premier and Minister of Finance, Sharlene Cartwright Robinson following questions posed to her by the island’s representative and PNP elected member, Ruth Blackman during a House of Assembly meeting on August 21. The premier stated that since June the works to the airside of the South Caicos Airport have been complete, and that immediately following this on June 19, the TCI Airports Authority inspected the works. The premier also revealed that the

work came on budget at $20,144,111. She was also asked for a status report on plans for the new terminal building which are part of the redevelopment works for the entire airport. “There were concerns surrounding the process including the cost which exceeded the budgeted amount of $8 million, and which resulted in a review of the entire process and works,” the premier responded. “However, we are at a point where a decision can be made and is imminent.” She added that an announcement will be made soon with regard to this. When the entire redevelopment is completed, the premier said the airport will be able to accommodate the critical aircraft Embraer 195, which holds 70 to 120 passengers for

scheduled operations. She added that it will also be capable of accepting larger aircrafts up to the Boeing 737, which holds 80 to 215 passengers on a nonscheduled basis. The construction has been broken down into three phases being: phase one - the tower, phase two - the airside works and phase three - the terminal facility. The first phase of works saw the construction of a control tower, while the second phase consisted of the airside works, which include the resurface and extension of apron, resurface and extension of taxiway, new lighting system, as well as new perimeter fencing. Phase three consists of the design build of the terminal building and fire hall.

HEALTH OF THE LOBSTER INDUSTRY

THE NEW lobster season, which opened August 15, showed a 25 percent drop in landings for the first day. Is this an indication of the dwindling health of the industry? What can be done to ensure the survival of this important sector of our economy?

Fewer fishermen

I understand that there were fewer fishermen out on the first day than last year. This may be the reason as the fishermen I know have told me it is better this year than last. We will see.

Less is more

The TCI’s fisheries management suffers from a common form of insanity – they keep doing the same thing, expecting a different outcome. The bulk of spawning in TCI lobsters takes place from mid-March until mid-August. Ideally the lobster season should be closed for all this time (e.g. March 15 until August 15). Another factor affecting catch is size. When the season opens every year, last year’s undersized lobsters have had time to gain weight. The more time they have, the bigger (and more valuable) they get, which equates to more pounds landed at the opening of season. Furthermore, as the end of season draws near, the legal-size lobsters have been mostly fished out. Therefore, landings that take place in the end of March are usually spawning and/or undersized lobsters that will never have a chance to spawn and/or gain weight. Closing the season on March

15 results in larger, more abundant lobster. The one year this was done (2014 to 2015) resulted in the highest catch in recent history the following season. When it comes to the length of lobster season, less is more.

Let stocks recover

First and foremost - get a handle on the poaching! Then close sections of the bank to ALL lobstering and conching for two years at a stretch. Not the entire bank, just two to four protected areas to let stocks regenerate.

Numbers down

DECR cut the number of fishermen by 50 percent. That’s what happened.

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Fortis unveils $10.8m operations and engineering centre BY DELANA ISLES A NEW multi-purpose building that brings together the engineering and operational functions of FortisTCI under one roof, was officially opened on Wednesday (August 30). Dubbed the ‘Operations and Engineering Centre’, the new facility is a $10.795 million project constructed over a 20-month period. The three-storey building, which is also located on Leeward Highway in the compound of the utility company, was officially opened with a ribbon cutting ceremony. In attendance were members of the local and business community, FortisTCI employees, president and CEO Eddinton Powell, several of the company’s local, regional and international executive arm, as well as Barry Perry, president and CEO of parent company Fortis Inc. During his remarks, and looking very pleased, Powell revealed that the facility is intended to integrate new and innovative technologies and infrastructure to ensure that the company can meet the growing energy needs of the Turks and Caicos Islands. “It is especially pleasing to officially open this building that has been designed to support our

customer-focused mission of greater operational efficiencies, delivered via trained and engaged employees utilising the latest technologies.” He added that available, reliable and affordable energy is fundamental to the continued growth and development of the TCI’s’ economy. Powell also recalled the company’s investment in the local economy over the years, stating that Fortis has invested approximately $340 million in capital infrastructure over the past 11 years, and that most of that investment was made directly in the local economy. “Let us conservatively estimate that 40 percent of that investment was paid for goods and services locally, that would represent some $130 million injected into TCI economy by this company.” Other remarks were delivered by the company’s vice president of finance for Ruth Forbes, on behalf of the minister of infrastructure, Goldray Ewing, who was unable to attend the opening, following which the ribbon was cut and a guided tour of the facility was conducted. The 20,220 sqft building will house the company’s engineering, environmental health and safety and site services departments, the transmission and distribution and

FortisTCI president and CEO Eddinton Powell and Fortis Inc president and CEO Barry Perry (centre) officially open the new FortisTCI Operations and Engineering Center at the Company’s Leeward Highway headquarters on Wednesday

energy production administration offices and a new systems control room. The new systems control room features the latest supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) platform, and state-of-the-art, consoles, displays and equipment all designed to improve efficiencies throughout the company’s transmission and distribution systems and meet future growth over

the medium to long term. The building was designed by architect John Redmond of John Redmond Associates and built by Projectech Construction Management and Services. Leading the project at FortisTCI was Devon Cox, senior vice president of operations with support from Alvejes Desir, manager of plant control and Caltricia HamiltonEvans, engineering assistant.

The newly opened building is one of two major construction projects that FortisTCI is undertaking this year. The other project is a new multipurpose building consisting of offices for technical staff, a warehouse and workshop. This facility is currently under construction in Grand Turk, and is expected to be completed by October 2017.

Illegal drivers will be charged Public opinion sought on 12 storey impact assessment BY DAISY HANDFIELD

IT IS illegal to drive without a driver’s licence or an expired driver’s licence and there will be a penalty for those committing the offence, according to the Road Safety Department. These sentiments were expressed in a press statement issued by the department last week. The statement also mentioned that it is illegal to operate an unlicensed vehicle. Acting Director of the Road Safety Department, Wilbur Caley, said in an interview that residents can expect to see more police patrolling on the streets in an effort to crackdown on offenders. He said: “You will see the police from time to time on our streets making stops. “The plan, I understand, is to increase the number of traffic stops that you will see taking place, so that persons who are driving without the proper licences will be ticketed and taken to court, in some instances for driving without the proper licences.” Motorists are advised to update all expired driver’s licences and those who have applied for a driver’s licence are encouraged to visit the

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Acting Director of the Road Safety Department Wilbur Caley

Road Safety Department on their respective island to collect it. This then gives officers the right to detain the vehicle until enquiries have been made. The department also took the opportunity to advise the public that renewals are now processed on the same day. If the application is submitted in the morning, the maximum turnover time is three days.

an extremely low rating for its environmental value and quality. No bird nests or other evidence of significant wildlife value was observed. Approximately 25 percent of the property consisted of a sand strand and beach dune community. A wide un-vegetated beach averaging approximately 75 feet in width above the mean high water line extends in a shore-parallel orientation along the entire 635 foot frontage on Grace Bay. Holes of ghost crabs were observed in the sandy beach. No evidence of sea turtle nesting was observed, but other beaches along Grace Bay have been documented as having been used for nesting by marine turtles. MARINE INSPECTION Marine inspection revealed the presence of three marine habitat types – barren sand, sea-grassdominated submerged aquatic

vegetation and marine-life on intermittent hard substrate. The vast majority of the bottom within the assessment area consisted of barren sandy bottoms that were devoid of submerged aquatic vegetation, corals, reefs, hard bottom or other submerged epi-benthic natural resources. Due to the lack of extensive hard-bottom and coral reef habitats within the marine assessment area, relatively few species of corals, fish and other marine life were observed. Preliminary site geological investigations suggest that the physical substrate is sufficient to support anticipated site development. Established, local technologies for structure and foundations are suitable for this project site. The recently approved maximum allowable building height on Providenciales has increased from seven storeys or 90 feet to 12

storeys or 150 feet. The Ritz Carlton Resort and Residences project is designed to conform to the requirements of the Turks and Caicos Building Code. The project would be designed and constructed in accordance with the requirements of the National Fire Protection Association life and safety Code, 1981, NFPA 101, and amendments. The Crown Land Policy would impact the proposed development in the case of proposed activities on the beach, coastal areas and within the marine environment. Permission would need to be sought from the Crown for developments on accreted lands, including construction of beach structures and activities within the marine environment. The project has been designed to conform with, and operate in accordance with all the basic requirements of the Public and Environmental Health Ordinance.

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Dead fish at Flamingo Pond ‘unsettling but natural’ BY GEMMA HANDY ALARMING images showing hundreds of dead fish at one of the TCI’s prime natural tourist attractions are no cause for panic. Nor does the “unsettling natural phenomenon” pose any threat to North Caicos’ prized 10,000-strong flamingo flock. That’s according to environment chiefs who hastily issued a statement after a video was widely circulated on social media earlier this week, revealing the mass die-off at Flamingo Pond. Intense seasonal droughts are being blamed for triggering conditions which killed hundreds of shad, snapper, barracuda, permit and mojarra fish. Government workers investigated the site on the west shore of the pond – sometimes called ‘Big Pond’ – which is part of a national parksprotected nature reserve. Officers from the Environmental Health Department and Department of Environment and Coastal Resources (DECR) visited the area separately to collect samples for analysis. The fish are said to have shown signs of ammonia poisoning which can occur due to a lack of rainwater. Intense summer heat causes pond water to evaporate. This increases salinity and the presence of waste metabolites like ammonia and carbon

dioxide – and depletes oxygen, making it hard for fish to breathe. “It’s as natural as night and day,” Ralph Higgs, Environment and Tourism Minister, told the Weekly News. “It happens from time to time due to prolonged drought. I have known it happen before; just last year, ponds in Middle Caicos dried to the point where some fish died.” Minister Higgs said the video’s “viral spread” had sparked concern and speculation about Flamingo Pond’s health. While it “appears unsettling”, it is just “part of our wetlands ecosystem,” he explained. For aquatic life to survive, both in the wild and in aquariums, ammonia levels should be zero. Presence of any ammonia – fish’s primary waste product – is an indication that the system is out of balance. FLAMINGOES WILL RETURN As for North Caicos’ cherished flamingoes, numbers are currently low but their frequent movement is normal, said Higgs. “Some flamingoes have left but they will come back. Their estimated total population is 10,000. “They often move around to other locations in the country and return at a time of their choosing.” Kathleen Wood, of SWA Environmental, agreed, saying:

“Flamingoes eat a wide variety of foods, including small crustaceans and aquatic vegetation, plus algae which would actually flourish under conditions of high nutrient loading. “It is probably not the lack of food that forced them out.” She continued: “Flamingoes naturally enjoy a large range and will move around from place to place, depending on conditions and food availability. “I have noted hundreds of them at a time on East Caicos during some times of the year, and other times of the year they are completely absent. “They probably didn’t like the current conditions at Flamingo Pond and simply moved elsewhere.” Meanwhile, members of the public are being urged not to collect dying or weakened fish from the pond to eat. This “has been practiced historically but is not advised,” Wednesday’s government statement warned. Higgs added that this was in tribute to the nature reserve’s protected status. “This is national park land and people are not permitted to take fish from there,” he said. Flamingo Pond falls within the North, Middle, and East Caicos Wetlands Nature Reserve, an area of international importance due mainly to the large numbers of native and migratory birds which thrive there.

As for North Caicos’ cherished flamingoes, numbers are currently low but their frequent movement is normal - Minister Higgs

Long Bay High designated ‘Junior High’ – Third formers will join next year BY DELANA ISLES A PROPOSAL by Minister of Education, Karen Malcolm to designate the Long Bay High School as a ‘Junior High’ was on Wednesday (August 30) endorsed by Cabinet. This means that only first, second and third formers will attend the Long Bay school, while fourth and fifth formers will be schooled at the Clement Howell High School in Blue Hills, Providenciales.

As such, the Clement Howell High School has now been designated as a ‘Senior High’. This was confirmed by Premier Sharlene Cartwright Robinson on Thursday. The premier also stated that no additional costs were incurred in the re-designation of the two schools. Works on phase three of the Long Bay school continue to progress, and according to the education

Works on phase three of the Long Bay school continue to progress, and according to the education minister this phase is scheduled to be completed by early 2018.

minister this phase is scheduled to be completed by early 2018. During a House of Assembly meeting last week, Minister Malcolm said that third formers will not join their first and second form school mates at Long Bay High School in September this year. Instead, they will join the Long Bay Junior High in September 2018. “The third formers will be going to Clement Howell this year as will the fourth formers as the block is

not completed … so starting next September the third formers will be at the Long Bay High School.” The school repairs for all other public schools are still ongoing and it is hoped that all repairs are completed by this weekend, the minister said in response to queries from other members of the House. The Long Bay school was commissioned on November 26, 2015, and embraced its first batch of students in the first form in January

2016. It was initially slated to be constructed in two phases, with the first phase accommodating all first formers or year one students who registered for public high school in Providenciales, while the second phase would allow for the enrolment of students entering forms two to five. All public schools across the Turks and Caicos Islands will reopen on Monday, September 4.

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Caribbean tourism experts advocate collaboration THE CARIBBEAN Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA) has applauded efforts by the region’s public and private sectors to grow tourism, But it cautions against the inherent risks if the sectors do not work more closely together to resolve differences. With regional and global investor confidence critical to the Caribbean’s tourism future, on Sunday (August 27) the organisation issued a call for more effective collaboration. It pointed to tourism’s immense contribution to employment, entrepreneurial activity, tax revenues and its untapped potential to grow and develop to the benefit of the Caribbean’s people, governments and the industry. Given that the Caribbean is the most tourism-dependent region in the world - generating more than 80 percent of GDP in some jurisdictions - the CHTA maintained that tourism’s contribution to the region’s economies cannot be understated. Travel and tourism is already one of the world’s largest economic sectors, supporting 292 million jobs, and is projected to become the largest in the next several years. Frank Comito, director general and CEO of CHTA, said that a healthy investment climate and investor confidence are linked directly to good governance and sound business practice.

CHTA’s director general Frank Comito

“Any discourse which casts aspersions on the motives of government or maligns our tourism industry players and their significant contributions to socio-economic development cannot be good for our region,” he said. Adding that in today’s era of risk aversion for financing by banks and other investors, it is essential

Immigration and labour services contacts updated ALL queries on the provision of services at the Ministry of Border Control and Employment should be directed to the customer services centre, according to a Government statement. Matters that are deemed unresolved or requiring further assistance should be directed to the relevant head of department, as outlined below: The Registrar General, Sigrid Lightbourne deals with registration and citizenship. She can be reached at email sclightbourne@gov.tc or by phone on 339-2978. Documentations that fall under Lightbourne’s purview are BOTC passports, national TCI status cards, Turks and Caicos Islander status, permanent residence, naturalisation/ registration, birth (registration/ certificates), adoption certificates,

marriage (licence/certificate), death certificates, wills, apostil and deed poll. Acting Labour Commissioner, Alpheus Smith, deals with employment. He can be reached at email aasmith@gov.tc or by phone at 338-4116. Smith is responsible for labour clearance, work permits and employment services. Acting Director of Immigration, Anthony Swann can be reached at email aswann@ gov.tc or by phone at 338-5631. He is responsible for TCI visitors’ visa, residence permit, intelligence/forgery unit, task, force and detention and deportation/repatriation asylum cases. The public is further advised that efforts are being made to improve the efficiency in the delivery of services from all departments.

that Caribbean countries continue to advance an open and transparent investor-friendly environment. “While we may tend to think of

ourselves as individual companies or countries, many investors look at the Caribbean as one, so what happens in one destination, positive or negative, can reflect on the entire Caribbean,” Comito stated. Comito, who is also the former executive vice president of the Bahamas Hotel and Tourism Association, said there has been greater movement in recent years towards stronger public-private sector collaboration and a civil discourse, through CHTA’s work with the Caribbean Tourism Organisation and CARICOM Heads of Government, as both organisations work to mount a regional tourism development and marketing initiative. “We are also seeing more progress at the destination level - albeit not to the level it needs to be at yet,” he said. CHTA recognises the committed and hardworking public sector officials who are devoted to ensuring Caribbean countries and territories continue to generate revenues to maintain systems that keep communities running. The association also observes greater resolve by civic, business and government leaders to create

a more positive investment climate, eliminating the corruption, bureaucratic apathy and inefficiencies stifling development in other regions. The common ground between the public and private sectors is far greater than points of difference, CHTA asserts, and the Caribbean should focus on what can be done together for the greater good while addressing differences in a manner that engenders confidence and trust. Expressing concerns about those situations where the public and private sectors do not see eye-to-eye, Comito was confident that all parties, today and in the future, will rise above their differences to work together towards what is best all around. He asserted that collaboration was beneficial not only to the thousands of people directly benefiting from tourism, but also to the investors who have risked their resources and placed their confidence in the stability and predictability of investing in the region. “Our region has come a long way and we should remember these achievements as we move towards honourable conclusions to unfortunate misunderstandings.”

Cabinet to approve new primary school for Long Bay Hills ON WEDNESDAY (August 30) Cabinet advised the Governor to grant a long term lease for a Crown land parcel at Long Bay Hills, Providenciales, for the development of a public primary school. The announcement came via the post Cabinet statement on Thursday. The lease is granted to the Ministry of Education, Youth, Sports and Library Services over in accordance with the Crown Land Ordinance subject to an environmental impact assessment being carried out and other environmental considerations being met. Governor John Freeman was also advised to approve the first registration of approximately 0.14 acres of accreted Crown land in Providenciales and to grant a longterm 99 year lease to Mansfield Hotels over that parcel of land for the purpose of regularising its occupation of that land. Cabinet also called on the Crown Land Unit to prepare a policy on accreted land as a matter of priority. He was further advised to approve the allocation of Crown land parcels at East Suburbs in Grand Turk to successful applicants who filed applications under the Grand Turk Residential Land Allocation Scheme GDT002 in accordance with the Crown Land Ordinance. Meanwhile, approval was given for MSME concession orders to

North Win Unites and Bayside Estate to operate vacation rentals in Grand Turk and North Caicos respectively in accordance with the MSME Development Ordinance 2015. During the meeting, Justine Pierre of Dunn, Pierre, Barnett and Associates made a presentation on the outcome of the National Skills Audit and Migration Survey consultancy. Cabinet is set to reflect on the recommendations in the report. The members also noted the financial performance of the TCI Statutory Bodies for the period April to June 2017 as submitted in the First Quarter Financial Report for the Financial Year 2017/18. The publication of the report was also approved, however concern was expressed about the financial position and management of some of the statutory bodies. Approval was given for the publication of the First Quarter Financial Report, which shows financial performance of the TCI Government for the period April to June 2017. Cabinet also received an information paper from the premier, as Minister of Finance, Trade and Investment, on the status of the loan portfolio purchased from TOLCO which was formerly managed by Invest TCI. The body further advised the

Governor to revoke the appointment of Natasha Hall as Secretary of the Immigration Appeals Tribunal with effect from August 30, 2017 and to appoint Lillian Gibbs, a civil servant attached to the Employment Services Department. She will replace Hall with effect from Thursday, August 31. The Governor was also advised to approve the extension with immediate effect of appointments to the TCI Health Practitioners Board for a period of one year in accordance with the Health Practitioners Ordinance. They are Dr Nadia Astwood, as chairman/ex-officio member; Dr Dionne Lightbourne, member; Audrey Ewing, member; Shanwell Gardiner, member; Dr Kendra Gardiner-Hall, member. An update was on the refurbishment and other works being undertaken at HM Prison on Grand Turk was presented by the Minister of Home Affairs. The premier presented an update on the latest financial position of the National Health Insurance Board (NHIB) including on measures to increase revenue inflows to the NHIB. While the Minister of Health updated Cabinet on steps being taken to arrest expenditure by the NHIB. Cabinet members agreed on measures to be taken to address the management problems at the NHIB.

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Fighting for a full pension Dear Editor, According to the latest available figures, there are 32,710 people living in 16 Caribbean countries entitled to a British government pension. Most of these people are Caribbean nationals yet 25 percent of them are cheated out of part of their pension every year by the British government. The British government misuses a piece of outdated legislation to save the British exchequer millions of pounds each year by failing to meet its commitment to pay pensions to Caribbean nationals who have paid exactly the same as everyone else for their pension. It is simple and straightforward discrimination. The UK government claims that anyone leaving the UK for a country with which there is no reciprocal

agreement will have their pension frozen at the time of leaving and will not receive annual increases. This is an abuse of legislation which was designed to protect pensioners not penalise them. More puzzling is that if you move to one of the British dependent territories such as Montserrat, Anguilla, the Cayman Islands, the Turks and Caicos Islands or the BVI, you still have your pension frozen. How can the UK government have a reciprocal agreement with a territory over which it has overall control? About 60 percent of British Caribbean pensioners live Jamaica and about 15 percent in Barbados and they have their pensions uprated every year. But if you are unlucky enough to have moved to one of the dependent territories listed above or to Dominica, Grenada, St Kitts-

Nevis, St Lucia, St Vincent, Antigua, Trinidad or Guyana then the British Government cheat you out of part of your pension each year. However, if you live in the USVI or Guadeloupe or St Maarten, St Barts or Martinique, never British territories, or in Jamaica and Barbados, you do get your pension increased each year. How fair is that? Worldwide, the British government annually cheat 550,000 pensioners out of part of their pension, mostly in Australia and Canada but not in the United States. Of around 200 countries, 150 are discriminated against by the UK government. In 2006 an organisation called the International Consortium of British Pensioners (ICBP) comprising other groups around the world but particularly those in Australia and Canada, was founded to fight the

British government. Recently, the ICBP invited the Caribbean to set up its own organisation - the British Caribbean Pensioners Association (BCPA) - to assist in the fight for the rights of British Caribbean pensioners. At present, there is an Early Day Motion being presented to the UK parliament to correct the injustice but it needs support from UK MPs. Anyone with a frozen British pension should write to the MP where they last lived in the UK and urge them to support EDM 159 details can be seen at https://www. parliament.uk/edm/2017-19/159. To get the email address of any UK MP for any constituency go to www.parliament.uk/mps-lords-andoffices/mps/ Also, lobby your MP in your own country to get your government to bring pressure to bear on

the UK government to end this discrimination. There have been suggestions that the UK should be suspended from the Commonwealth until it introduces equal treatment for all its pensioners as its discrimination is contrary to Commonwealth principles. At the end of October a group of representatives, including one from the Caribbean, is travelling to the UK to meet with MPs to press for a correction to this massive injustice. The more support from British Caribbean pensioners, the greater the pressure which can be brought to bear on the UK Government. You can join the British Caribbean Pensioners Association by emailing to BCPA@lightwave.ag John J Duffy, British Caribbean Pensioners Association

Tourism development with boutique flair Dear Editor, There is no universal definition for luxury tourism. One person’s luxury is another’s ordinary. Even if there was a definition of a tweet length, what purpose does it serve? Why hide behind academic fabricated definition that is no better than an astrological horoscope profile that one can read in a boulevard magazine. Everyone has his own perception what luxury tourism is, according to his own needs, desires or commercial interests. All the perceptions have wild variations. The perspectives are also multilayered. There is already a distinction between ultra-luxury and affordable luxury. For those who like the idea of developing luxury tourism for the benefit of a destination how about a straight talk three-word definition like ‘Big Spender Tourism’? The first thing that may come to mind for the development of such tourism segment is five-star-plus hotels. I would consider such naïve thinking. My primary thoughts would be about what this clientele is really looking for, how does it fit in their lifestyle, and what might meet their expectations. Here are the ten things that they expect: 1) Secluded pristine white sandy

beachfront with crystal clear and turquoise waters 2) Lush tropical emerald greenery with palm trees and flower bursting landscaped gardens 3) Boutique properties styled after traditional island architecture 4) Harmonious sense of place that blends masterfully into the natural surroundings 5) Private utopia to unwind, lifetimes away from the hustle and bustle 6) Daily life adorned with elegance, intimacy and serenity 7) Savoring the spice-of-life in a heaven like paradise 8) Impeccable personalized, detail-oriented service delivered by a passionate team 9) Unmatched sophisticated amenities in style with contemporary comforts 10) Cultural authenticity and genuine conviviality of the Caribbean These are the development benchmarks that need to be considered. If one cannot meet eight of the ten on this list, the advice would be to try try-harder or start rethinking. Mind that this listing nowhere includes the two words that you might have expected, ‘luxury’ or even ‘hotel’. Commonly recognised as the Caribbean hub for exclusive guests like celebrities and tycoons, St Barth, apparently has twice as many

villas that are rented out than it has hotel rooms. The next thing that may come to mind as essential to develop this exclusive tourism segment is to have a big international airport to receive these guests. Again, naïve thinking. If we use a bit more class and elegance to replace the crude definition ‘Big Spender Tourism,’ this category of people is usually known as high-net-worth-individuals (HNWI) and ultra-high-net-worthindividuals (UHNWI). Most of these affluent persons arrive on private jets. Many of these jets only need a runway of about 5,000ft/1,500 meters even when they come from far away. Some of the most beloved island destinations worldwide can only be reached via a hub airport. The one claim that can be made with high accuracy is that ‘big spenders’ typically don’t arrive from abroad with cheap airlines or low cost carriers. Surveys and research in the Caribbean have indicated that private flyers spend an average of $69,000 on that destination. Furthermore, these visitors do have the means to invest in a destination, if they like the location. It underlines the thesis that depending on ‘headcount statistics’ is one of the worst mistakes made in tourism development. How much each ‘head’ actually

spends is a better indicator for what concept should be advanced. To top it all off, high net worth individuals are more loyal visitors to return to a particular destination and in many cases, more than once per year. Destinations that offer more authenticity and are less commercialised are more to their liking. These people may not be considered vacationers anymore. The multiple visits can make them integrated part-time members of the community and they may become valued friends. There is not only a positive economic impact coming from this visitor segment. It has a positive social impact also. The affluent individuals are usually successful individuals. The saying goes that success breeds success. It may a bit of exaggeration but it could rub off on a community that has to adapt to the expectations and demands of their guest who are actually raising the bar. The upscale guests who have personal preferences that combine enrichment, enjoyment, but also education, can encourage communities to maintain their culture and society. They appreciate access to the local people, places and experiences that represent all that is authentic about a destination. Becoming more affected to a

community and destination may result in an increased willingness to assist in improving the quality of life the members of a community. These visitors, who often wish to immerse into local culture than ever before, will protect the natural resources and the culture of a destination for future generations. A fact is that on the international tourist market, there is one segment that keeps expanding regardless of any set-backs, be it recession, increased full prices, currency fluctuations; it is the upscale or luxury market remains on top like oil on water. I’m not advocating that luxury tourism as something all could or should pursue. In cases where destinations put more emphasis on mass tourism, it is hardly feasible because the two segments are like the oil of the affluent and the water of the masses, and they just don’t mix. While others see the minimum standard of luxury tourism as the development of five star hotels. I have tried to give you different exclusive boutique perspective. You can believe and do what you want, but if all of the above is appealing for destination tourism development, the clear text advice is, ‘If you really want it, get your back up off the wall and get down it.’ Cdr Bud Slabbaert Coordinator of Caribbean Aviation Meetup

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TCI’s young people SEVERAL weeks ago, I was shocked when O’Brien Forbes on the Patriot Hour read our premier’s August 3 statement on crime. In her statement she attributed the increase in crime within the Turks and Caicos Islands to a few “misguided youths”. I was further disappointed on hearing the interview given by our premier while in the Bahamas, where she reiterated that this spike in violent crimes and robberies is accredited to our youths. I could not and still cannot understand how such things would be said about our TCI youths. Mind you, our honourable premier has served as the youth director of the Turks and Caicos Islands Baptist Union since 2006. Following on there from she became president of the Caribbean Baptist Fellowship’s youth department, making her an ex officio member of its executive board as well as a vice president of the Baptist World Alliance Youth Committee. For a person that is considered by some to be a champion for the young, it is most disheartening to see our premier join the long list of persons to pick on our youths - while at the same time forgetting who

raised them. It is said that a government’s budget is a financial expression of its priorities for that fiscal year. With this in mind, let’s have a look at the priorities of this Government when it comes to our youths. First, the Youth Department: The Youth Department’s budget estimate increased by $2 this budget cycle. That’s right, $2! In other words, dollar chicken and dollar fries from Sweet T’s! While $2 makes for a nice meal on a budget, it does not do much in the way of funding youth development programmes and initiatives. Second, scholarships: The scholarship budget estimate decreased by $59,554 this budget cycle. Now we can understand why only 43 full and partial scholarships/ grants were awarded this year. The scholarship projections for the next few years also see a further reduction by an additional $63,791. The Department of Culture also saw a $5,650 decline this budget cycle. Similarly, The Sports Department saw a $16,966 cut. When you look at the numbers, it’s very clear that this premier is not a champion of the young who helped

to put her and her Government in office. Moving on to the police and prisons, they both saw an increase of $365,674 and $242,485 respectively - the majority of which is allocated for adding additional staffing and not the funding of initiatives and programmes. Case in point, the ‘Chance for Change Programme’ has been mentioned several times by the minister of home affairs over the past several weeks as a solution for youths coming out of prison. Unfortunately, the budget tells a different story - as the line item of prisoner intervention has only increased by $6,000 to $22,000 this budget cycle. Exactly how many prisoners does this Government intend on helping with $22,000 over a 12-month period? To add an additional insult to injury, on Saturday, August 5, the Minister of Immigration appearing on the Haitian community radio station, Hope Radio, encouraged kids of work permit holders, who would have been in our school system for many years but aren’t going on to college, to apply for something called freelance work permits.

In an environment where TCI youths are already stereotyped as lazy, unambitious or misguided - our Government is unfairly asking that they compete against the children of work permit holders who will ensure that their kids get a leg up in the job market while our Government sits idly by. This is unconscionable. There are many programmes that the Government can emulate or replicate for the betterment of our youths. However, these questions must be asked: Why aren’t we expanding the youth apprenticeship programme at Beaches TCI to include other resorts and work places? Why are we not increasing the previous administration’s policy of making the TCI Community College (TCICC) free for Turks and Caicos Islanders under the age of 40 and/ or making it free for all Turks and Caicos Islanders in general? The way I see it, is that older persons can utilise the TCICC to retool themselves and the young can attain their first degree or various certifications that are offered at the college. The fact is you pay a lecturer the same amount whether they teach 10 students or 45 students, so an

increase in the student population would result in an increase in the options offered at the TCICC. With the much touted ‘Chance for Change Programme,’ it seems that it is easier to get help after going to jail, rather than getting the help to prevent you from going there in the first place. The African proverb ‘It takes a village to raise a child’ is no truer today than it was I when I was a child. It is imperative that our Government puts measures in place to ensure that the youths of today and tomorrow makes positive contributions to the society in which they live. Today’s youths are not misguided; they need guidance. As Benjamin Franklyn once said: “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” Stay Blessed TCI. Jamell Robinson #keepingthemhonest

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Immigration and integration THE LEAD story in the Turks and Caicos Islands in recent weeks has been the action of the Government to straighten out illegal immigration. Illegal migrants have been ignored for well over a decade. This ignorance raised the level of encouragement from the illegals living in TCI to potential illegal migrants living in Haiti and the Dominican Republic. If the news in Haiti becomes, “don't come because you will be found, arrested and sent back home,” then and only then we just might see fewer people risking their lives by paying an illegal human traffic agent to board a risky rickety ship. Further more, those with expired work permits might not risk being deported because deportation puts their name on

BY DAVID TAPFER

David is a retired mobile hydraulic engineer and business executive. He has been married to Middle Caicos native Yvette Robinson Tapfer for 27 years and has lived in Conch Bar, Middle Caicos, since 2002. David formerly served as branch chairman of the PDM from 2008 to 2011

the list that prevents them from returning legally. They just might take the legal route, go home and try the legal way. We do need workers but they must be legal. We must expedite legal entry and not stall the process for multiple months while raising the cost so high it encourages illegal stayovers and illegal entries. That has been the case for years.

Minister Astwood is working on all aspects of the mess left to him by years of ministers who created the problems then ignored them. All part of the ‘mess’. We remember the mess we saw in one or two illegal Provo communities a few years ago. A multiple dwelling building without a tie beam but with its raw sewer emptying directly into the sea. A heavy-set stark naked woman

bathing in a galvanised pan outside her eight-foot square plywood house. Where was that government? Where was planning and immigration? The next aspect of immigration in our opinion is threefold. -Placing our own and bringing our own people home to take the important jobs now held by contracted foreigners who have no stake in the TCI. No stake except to earn our American dollars and send them home, outside the TCI. -Let us bring in skilled foreigners who want to spend their lives in the TCI and become Turks and Caicos Islanders for the rest of their lives. That can be a good thing if managed. -Opening the doors to the North and South American retirement communities.

Folks who will build and buy homes here and live here in retirement. Bringing their pensions and savings to spend in our economy. Make it easy for them to come and stay. They do not want voting rights but they do expect good healthcare. That also is a mess caused over 14 years by our last premier. A massive health care mess that will take time and commitment to straighten out. Pretty hospitals and clinic buildings can do nothing without dedicated staff. Medical buildings staffed by TCI native and naturalised health care workers. Not foreigners passing through! We need real immigration and integration.

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A clarion call for revival BY PROPHET LEO ADDERLEY

How do you know you need revival? When we do not love Him as we once did. When earthly interests and occupations are more important to us than eternal ones When we would rather watch TV and read secular books and magazines than read the Bible and pray. When concerts draw bigger crowds than prayer meetings. When we have little or no desire for prayer. When we would rather make money than give money. When we put people into leadership positions in our churches who do not meet scriptural qualifications.. When we make little effort to witness to the lost. When we do not tremble at the Word of God. When preaching lacks conviction, confrontation, and divine fire and anointing. When we seldom think thoughts of eternity. When God's people are more concerned about their jobs and their careers than about the Kingdom of Christ and the salvation of the lost. When church services are predictable and "business as usual.". When sin in the church is pushed under the carpet. When our prayers lack fervency.

When our hearts are cold and our eyes are dry. When we aren't seeing regular evidence of the supernatural power of God. When people have to be entertained to be drawn to church. When our music and dress become patterned after the world. When we start fitting into and adapting to the world, rather than calling the world to adapt to God's standards of holiness. When we are more concerned about what others think about us than what God thinks about us. When we are unmoved by the fact that 2.5 billion people in this world have never heard the name of Jesus. When the lost world around us doesn't know or care that we exist. When we are making little or no difference in the secular world around us.

I Corinthians 14:8, “Again, if the trumpet does not sound a clear call, who will get ready for battle?” The Turks and Caicos Islands is in crisis. This nation has become bitterly divided by opposing ideologies, religion and denominational barriers that are ripping apart the Christian fibre of its nation. There is a clarion call for revival. The greatest revival Bin history is just not just the healing of bodies or a church catching on fire again, or even an organisation or a denomination being re-fired.

Prophet Leo Adderley

All through the history of the church at different times in different places there have been great revivals that have had tremendous impact on their communities, their states and even nations and societies have been transformed as the result of God sending revival. But no revival, has ever equalled the depth and the width of the revival of Ezek Ch. 37. An entire nation was raised from the dead in one day. The reason I want to draw your attention today to this mighty revival is to show you the awesome omnipotent resurrection power of the Holy Ghost. The reason that is so important is because: God does not change, and he is no respecter of persons of people, of race, of country, or nation. It doesn’t matter if your rich or poor, educated or uneducated, black

or white, young or old. The point I’m making is: The same Holy Ghost and power that blew through Ezekiel’s bone yard that day and produced the greatest revival in history, is the same Holy Ghost moving in the church today and it’s the same power that can revive Turks and Caicos and its churches. The church is in critical need of revival. It is sad but true, the church has done a poor job in how we represent Christ. The church has become a stumbling block to many sinners and backsliders. It is a crying shame when sinners can rightfully call believers wicked. It is a crying shame, when so many of God’s people hands are mixed up in witchcraft and sorcery. God told me to tell this nation, to put down their idols and strange worship and return to him, for there is a handwriting that is on the walls of Turks and Caicos and judgment is pending. Will this nation continue this course of turning away from God and stepping away from Christian principles? If so, what kind of future Turks and Caicos will your children and grandchildren live in? What will be our excuse if we do nothing to stop this decline? Somehow, we must realise we are in crisis, and we must put aside the things that have kept us from getting involved.

Churches must realise that Christianity is not about competing for the biggest congregations or churches but rather our primary focus should be the final mandate, that Jesus left for the church, Matthew 16:15-18, “And he said unto them, go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature. “He that believeth and is baptized shall be saved; but he that believeth not shall be damned. “And these signs shall follow them that believe; In my name shall they cast out devils; they shall speak with new tongues; They shall take up serpents; and if they drink any deadly thing, it shall not hurt them; they shall lay hands on the sick, and they shall recover.” We are not fulfilling the mandate. The only hope for our nation is God. The problems that we face are not political, but spiritual. No candidate or political party alone can save our nation. There are no human solutions to remedy the situation we are in. Only God has the answers. We are in a Joel 2 moment in our history. God’s remedy for a nation in crisis is to gather the leaders and the people to humbly pray and repent of national sins. I encourage leaders from all over Turks and Caicos to gather, and call for a Solemn Assembly, your future depends on it. Please help us carry this Gospel around the world. Email me at leo. adderley@hotmail.com

Relief team revisits Haiti to help hurricane victims BY DAISY HANDFIELD A TEAM of 12 from the Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) visited Haiti for the second time to assist victims of 2016 hurricane Matthew. The ADRA team flew out to Haiti for the first time last year November after the category four hurricane swept through the country the month before, leaving devastation and massive flood damage in its wake. Assistant director for ADRA Jermaine Reid spoke on behalf of the team, stating that they were elated to be able to go back for a second time to finish what they started. He said: “This time we went in to continue what we started in November of last year… we visited Les Cayes with clothing for the needy children there, but our major project was the painting of a school and the giving out of backpacks and

school supplies for back to school. “Also, the conducting of a vacation Bible school which was very successful.” Upon their return last year agency officials recalled the levels of devastation that they saw while they were there. They spoke of houses and school structures which were completely destroyed by winds and rain water. “Some work has been done, but there is a lot that needs to be done. In the area that we went in, the people are just surviving; just trying to hold their heads above the waters to survive,” Reid said. Director of ADRA Almartha Thomas elaborated more on the depressing living conditions that the team witnessed there. She said that a lot of people were still living in tents around the sea coast. Thomas added that the dwellers were thankful for the donations and happy that the team took the time out the visit. The team returned to the Turks and

Team from ADRA revisit Haiti to assist victims of Hurricane Matthew in 2016

Caicos Islands on August 27 through the Providenciales International Airport from Les Cayes, Haiti. Hurricane Matthew hit Haiti in October 2016 resulting in catastrophic

flooding of up to 40 inches and storm surge of up to 10 feet. At least 580 people were killed and more than 35,000 left homeless by the storm.

The aim of the ADRA is to provide a network of volunteers in an effort to assist the needy and unfortunate within the TCI and the entire Caribbean.

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PNP Member of Parliament Royal Robinson was among several other past chairmen of the National Trust to be honoured during the evening’s events

A section of the gathering during the National’s Trust’s launch of its silver jubilee celebrations last Friday night

National Trust launches silver jubilee ESTABLISHED in 1992 with a mandate to protect, conserve and promote the cultural, historic and natural heritage of the Turks and Caicos Islands, the Turks and Caicos National Trust (TCNT) now celebrates its silver jubilee. Kicking off the celebration, members of the TCNT engaged in its annual general meeting for the year on August 25 at the Blue Haven Marina conference room.

Following which, the trust’s silver jubilee celebration programme was launched. Goals and activities to celebrate the significant achievement of 25 years of service to the people of the Turks and Caicos Islands are planned throughout the rest of this year, culminating in July 2018. Patricia Bradley, wife of former and now deceased governor of the

Turks and Caicos Islands, Michael Bradley was instrumental in the conception of the trust in 1992. She sent her congratulations to the governance council, executive director and staff for reaching such a memorable milestone. Bradley expounded on the tremendous responsibility of the trust in sustainable tourism and guarding and conserving the cultural, historical and natural

heritage of the Turks and Caicos Islands. She also reflected on the initial stages in the development of the organisation, and how these were exciting, but yet challenging periods. Bradley applauded the founding members and all those who have supported the work of the trust through the years. Part of the celebrations included

honouring the five past chairmen who steered the governance council in oversight of the organisation over the 25 years. The first chairman was Oswald Williams, Royal Robinson, Michael Taylor (deceased), Norman Hamilton and Princie Harris, respectively. Also on the evening’s agenda, was a timeline video depicting scenes, events and achievements from 1992 to 2017.

Youth centre pupils participate in multimedia camp BY DAISY HANDFIELD NEARLY 20 pupils from the Edward Gartland Youth Centre (EGYC) participated in a multimedia camp last week Monday, August 21, to Friday, August 25. The initiative was held at the centre’s headquarters in Downtown, Providenciales, and saw guests such as cameraman Renau Destine from Spotlight Communications and Fox News writer and anchor, Kelly Wright. The first three days were hosted by the team from Spotlight Communications who taught the children how to use a video camera. They also collaborated with the children to produce a Crimestoppers video. Fox writer and anchor Wright hosted the final two days, teaching the children some of the important elements of news writing. The children also produced a

show called Good News Turks and Caicos Islands, with the assistance of Wright. The anchor told media houses that he has been in the news business for about three decades and wanted to share his knowledge with those who aspired to enter the mass communication industry. He said: “I have been in this profession for 30 years now and I have been blessed to do some great things, but the greatest thing I can ever do is repay, or give back to those communities that helped me grow up. “Now, while I did not grow up in Turks and Caicos, I see young minds and hearts desiring the same things that I had hoped to accomplish at the age of 12 and 13, by some stretch of a miracle. “I am actually here, not to just have fun in the sun, but to actually try and instil my experiences into the children; give them a sense of

Kelly Wright from Fox News along with children from the centre

actually having the same aspirations that I had as a child and to go out and accomplish it.” Faith Brown, a youngster who attended the workshop, said that her dream is to become a trained journalist. “We came together and made up this whole new television show called Good News Turks and Caicos Islands and we were basically giving

each other lines. “Mr Wright was telling us what to do and how the news business goes on,” she said. Sarah Stuart, another attendee, said that the workshop helped her a lot in projecting her voice. She added that naturally she is a bit shy, but the training has help her to build up her confidence level, especially when it came down to

speaking in front of large crowds of people. Wright is an American reporter for Fox News and co-anchor of America's News Headquarters on Saturday, and is based in the network’s Washington, DC, bureau. He was a co-host of Fox and Friends Weekend from July 2006 to January 2008.

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Students attentively listen to guest speakers

Pupils interact with guest speakers during college orientation BY DAISY HANDFIELD PUPILS were granted the opportunity to hear from working professionals who previously attended TCI Community College during orientation at the Providenciales campus on Tuesday (August 29). The young adults were briefed on the importance of preparing for their future by investing in their education from an early age. Past student at the college and well-known entrepreneur Wellington Williams shared a story with the pupils on how he had to repeat subjects at the college because he was not as focused as he should have been. He said: “Everybody might think that I had an easy ride through college, but even though I am telling you guys this, I actually was one of them that did not pay attention

in some classes and I watched my whole class graduate, but guess who was behind because they failed two courses?” He explained to the pupils that they may struggle with failure through life, but that should not be a reason for them to not try or give up. Rachel Harvey, public relations officer at the college, said that she was impressed with the turnout for the orientation, stating that it was the largest number she had seen since her time there. The college is offering a series of short courses for the new academic school year, including fruit carving, international cuisine and mixology - all available at the campus in Providenciales. Some new degree courses will be added to the college course list as well. “We have some new courses that

we have coming on stream. For the Grand Turk campus, we have an associate’s degree in clinical nursing, associate’s degree in surveying and a bachelor’s degree in social services,” Harvey said. Harvey said that there are other courses that staff would like to offer but because of space constraints, it is not possible at the moment. The Turks and Caicos Islands Community College was established in September 1994. It exists to provide quality education for all sectors of the Turks and Caicos Islands community by equipping individuals with the knowledge, skills and dispositions that would enable them to access emerging and existing opportunities, exercise their civic responsibilities prudently, enhance their social and cultural lives and become productive citizens.

Expert speaks on the importance of sunblock BY DAISY HANDFIELD A SKINCARE expert has stressed that in order to have healthy skin people must protect it from ultraviolent radiation. These sentiments were expressed by general practitioner and dermatologist Dr Marsha Barnett during an interview last week. Dr Barnett spoke on the importance of sunscreen, stating that living in the Caribbean causes greater exposure to the sun and it has certain effects on the skin. She said: “Firstly, it is the number one ager of the skin, so if you are going in the sun, especially during the midday hours, you want to protect your skin from the sun for that reason. “The second thing is that it can affect the immune system of the skin if you have too much sun exposure and of course most people know that prolonged sun exposure and sunburn increases your risk of things like precancerous lesions, but of course skin cancer.”

General practitioner and dermatologist Dr Marsha Barnett

The dermatologist explained that people of darker complexion are less likely to develop skin cancer due to the ultraviolent radiation from the sun, but are still exposed to other conditions. “It is true that the darker you are, you would tend to be more resilient to the effects of the sun, so you would be less likely theoretically to develop

things like skin cancer. “However, we do see in persons of colour, signs of premature aging. “These include fine wrinkles and deep wrinkles… At that point you are increasing your signs of aging,” she said. She added that simple routines like going out to do grocery shopping or other outdoor activities are still exposing your skin to the sun. According to the Skin Cancer Foundation, sun protection is essential for skin cancer prevention, which made Dr Barnett touch on the importance of using sunscreen every day. She said: “When you buy a sunscreen you are going to see different SPF levels, which really speaks to how long you can stay in the sun before you burn if you did not have on the sunscreen in comparison to if you had it on. “Generally in dermatology, we prefer if persons who are going out in the sun use SPF 30 and above and if you are going to the beach you use SPF 50 and above.”

Christin Greene and Kentisha Hall are presented with the Caribbean Junior Duelling Challenge trophy

Junior chefs place first at culinary competition in Barbados BY DAISY HANDFIELD THE TURKS and Caicos Islands copped first place at the ninth staging of the Caribbean Junior Duelling Challenge at Carifest XIII in Barbados on Saturday (August 26). Kentisha Hall and Christin Green, two junior chefs, not only took home the first place title, but also were awarded in the category of Most Creative Dish with a total of 45.3 points. St Lucia followed in second in that segment with 44.7 points and the Cayman Islands in third with a total of 42.3 points. Then junior teams took part in the competition on August 24 and 25 at the Lloyd Erskine Sandiford Centre in Barbados. The team returned to the Turks and Caicos Islands through the Providenciales International Airport on Tuesday, August 29, and were met by family members, members of parliament and We Funk junkanoo band. The group of two were accompanied by their mentors, executive chef for Seven Stars resort Edward Gallardo and Nicholette M Thomas. Reacting to their success, Stacy Cox, executive director of the Turks and Caicos Hotel and Tourism Association, said: “I am so elated to congratulate our team for successfully capturing first place in the National Dish preparation and the gold medal for the overall competition. “Their hard work and dedication

really paid off. They left the island with one goal in mind, and were determined to get it. “Kudos to Team TCI! You’ve made us all proud.” Minister of Tourism Ralph Higgs added: “I wish to extend hearty congratulations to the Junior Culinary Arts Team for their victories they achieved in their competition. “This is just the beginning of success for you. We are extremely proud of you.” Stacy Cox, executive director of the TCHTA, explained how the two chefs were selected to represent the TCI at the competition in Barbados this year. She said that every year the TCHTA hosts a ‘Black Box’ competition, in addition to a week of activities which give them the opportunity to identify the most passionate individuals on the culinary team. She said: “At the end of that week those individuals were chosen, not only to be a part of the Barbados team, but to also participate in the Taste of the Caribbean team that you would have seen TCI a part of in June of this year.” Since 1993, the best chefs and culinary teams unite to learn, demonstrate their skills and provide the general public with tasty treats at the annual Taste of the Caribbean event. Bahamas, Barbados, Cayman, Dominica, Grenada, St Croix, St Lucia, Trinidad and Tobago and the Turks and Caicos Islands were the countries that competed at this year’s Caribbean Junior Duelling Challenge.

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Drugs used in dental care PART THREE IN THIS final article on drugs used during dental procedures I want to look at the area of anti-anxiety medication and sedation. These drugs are not used routinely due to their serious nature, the potential risks and/or side effects, and the potential for interaction with other prescribed medication. They should also only be used for long or complex dental surgery, not for simple cleanings or fillings. The vast majority of my patients are happily treated with the use of a local anaesthetic which is effective for even complex and lengthy surgery and if required can be ‘topped-up’ during the course of the procedure. However, some patients suffer

with genuine anxiety and request help in order to be able to have treatment. This is where anti-anxiety drugs or a mild-moderate sedation might be helpful. It is important to underline that these drugs should be used with caution and only when strict safety protocols are followed by fully trained staff. The patient’s full medical history should be taken to ensure that any potential for negative drug interactions or allergic reactions is minimised. As with any drug, the benefit should be proven to outweigh the risk. In most cases experience has taught me that a calm and relaxed atmosphere, time to listen to the patient and a clear explanation of the procedures and what to expect, are

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enough to help the patient manage their anxieties. ORAL SEDATION/ANTIANXIETY MEDICATION An example of this would be diazepam (‘Valium’). This tablet would be prescribed by the dentist to be taken the evening before treatment and then a second around 30 minutes before treatment commences. The amount prescribed should be sufficient to induce a relaxed state in the patient whilst remaining fully conscious and alert enough to respond to verbal instructions. These drugs can cause some amnesia and the patient may not remember clearly what is said around the time of taking the medication. It is important that the patient is accompanied even for the lowest level of sedation and should not drive themselves. Whilst taking one or two benzodiazapine tablets would not lead to addiction problems, these drugs are known to be highly addictive.

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Swimmers’ sunscreen killing off coral THE SUNSCREEN that you dutifully slather on before a swim on the beach may be protecting your body but a study finds that the chemicals are also killing coral reefs worldwide. Four commonly found sunscreen ingredients can awaken dormant viruses in the symbiotic algae called zooxanthellae that live inside reefbuilding coral species. The chemicals cause the viruses to replicate until their algae hosts explode, spilling viruses into the surrounding seawater, where they can infect neighbouring coral communities. Zooxanthellae provide coral with food energy through photosynthesis and contribute to the organisms' vibrant colour. Without them, the coral “bleaches” - turns white and

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dies. “The algae that live in the coral tissue and feed these animals explode or are just released by the tissue, thus leaving naked the skeleton of the coral,” said study leader Roberto Danovaro of the Polytechnic University of Marche in Italy. The researchers estimate that 4,000 to 6,000 metric tonnes of sunscreen wash off swimmers annually in oceans worldwide, and that up to 10 percent of coral reefs are threatened by sunscreen-induced bleaching. Danovaro and his team studied the effects of sunscreen exposure on coral samples from reefs in the Pacific, Atlantic, and Indian Oceans. Even low levels of sunscreen, at or below the typical amount used by swimmers, could activate the algae viruses and completely bleach coral

in just four days, the results showed. Seawater surrounding coral exposed to sunscreen contained up to 15 times more viruses than unexposed samples. Several brands of popular sunscreens were tested and all had four ingredients in common: paraben, cinnamate, benzophenone, and a camphor derivative Rebecca Vega Thurber, a marine virus and coral researcher at San Diego State University in California, said the new results are further evidence of an alarming trend. “Other factors such as coastal pollution, overfishing, and sedimentation all contribute to coral reef habitat degradation, and this work continues in that vein,” said Vega Thurber, who was also not involved in the research.

INHALATION SEDATION As an alternative to oral sedation a dentist might use a gas called nitrous oxide. This is administered via a nose mask whilst in the chair and the treatment is carried out. The dosage should be only enough to cause a relaxed state in the patient whilst still being able to respond to verbal instructions. It is essential that the equipment supplying the gas is fitted properly to ensure that the waste gas is vented safely to the outside of the building otherwise there is a risk that the treating dentist and nurse will be inhaling the gas. This is generally considered a rather old-fashioned method of sedation and some patients do not like the feel of the mask on their face. However, it is considered safe as long as the dentist and staff involved in its administration are qualified in its use and the mandatory emergency treatment equipment is available.

By Dr Mark Osmond INTRAVENOUS SEDATION Intravenous sedation is used to achieve ‘moderate sedation’ in dental care. Moderate sedation can be achieved using the same type of drugs as the oral sedation but in a form that is injected into the blood stream. This is the most ‘serious’ form of sedation and requires stringent measures to be taken to ensure it is performed correctly and safely. This should be carried out with one dentist performing the work and a second person, a qualified anaesthetist or doctor, present solely to be responsible for the administration and monitoring of the anaesthetic. Even with intravenous sedation in the office environment the patient should still be able to communicate and respond verbally. As with the inhalation sedation, emergency treatment equipment, such as oxygen gas, adrenalin, a defibrillator and the antidote to the drug used, should be immediately available.

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“But before we ban sunscreens, we must first determine if local ambient concentrations of sunscreens are positively correlated with coral bleaching events.” Danovaro says banning sunscreen won’t be necessary, and points out two simple things swimmers can do to reduce their impact on coral:

Use sunscreens with physical filters, which reflect instead of absorb ultraviolet radiation; and use ecofriendly chemical sunscreens. Australian researchers are also working to develop a sunscreen based on a natural ultravioletblocking compound found in coral. (Info from National Geographic)

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Jamaican Muslim cleric facing extradition to US for allegedly recruiting fighters for ISIS A JAMAICAN Muslim cleric made his first appearance in court on Monday, as United States authorities move to get him extradited to face charges for his alleged involvement in the recruitment of fighters for terrorist group ISIS. Trevor William Forrest, also known as Shaikh Abdullah Faisal or Shaikh Faisal, was remanded in custody when he appeared in the Kingston and St Andrew Parish Court. He returns on September 11 for a possible bail application hearing. The Muslim leader, who was previously convicted in the United Kingdom of crimes related to inciting murder and using racially charged,

hateful rhetoric in furtherance of terrorist ideologies, was arrested on an extradition warrant last Friday. That was the same day he was indicted in a New York State Supreme Court for soliciting or providing support for an act of terrorism in the first degree, following a yearlong investigation by the New York Police Department (NYPD) Intelligence Bureau and the Manhattan District Attorney’s Office’s Counter Terrorism Programme. According to US prosecutors, the 53-year-old used his public profile and personal network to recruit and provide support to those seeking to commit acts of violence and terrorism against others. They alleged he used

his influence and direction to groom and inspire terrorists who have bombed trains, attempted to blow up airliners and attack Americans in the US and abroad. “Shaikh Faisal has dedicated his life to terror recruitment. Through his lectures, website, and videos, he incites untold numbers of people around the world to take up the cause of jihad,” said Manhattan District Attorney Cyrus Vance. “As is alleged in this case, he provided material support to the Islamic State by facilitating the passage of a self-described ISIS sympathizer from New York to Syria. A charismatic leader, the defendant’s rhetoric has been cited

Hanna-Martin seeking to become first female leader of PLP A WOMAN has stepped into the ring to contest the leadership of The Bahamas’ beleaguered Opposition Progressive Liberal Party (PLP). Member of Parliament for Englerston, Glenys Hanna-Martin is seeking to become the first woman to lead the political party and assures she is just right for the job. Declaring that she was driven by a passion and love for the Bahamian people, Martin, one of four PLP members who survived the May election, signalled she was ready for the challenge at hand. “I hereby declare with bold humility that I will be offering myself at the next convention of the Progressive Liberal Party for the position of leader of our great party,” she told a gathering, which included supporters, friends and her father, former Governor General Arthur Hanna, and other family members, at her constituency office on Monday. Hanna-Martin was first elected to the Parliament in 2001 and has served as Minister of Transport and Aviation in a PLP administration. She is the first candidate to publicly announce an intention to challenge Cat Island, Rum Cay and San Salvador MP Philip “Brave” Davis for leader at the PLP’s October 22-25 convention. Hanna-Martin told the gathering she wants to focus on lifting Bahamians out of poverty, health reform and improved educational opportunities. Speaking about the education system, she expressed concern that

Muslim cleric Sheikh Faisal after his court hearing on Mondsay. (Photo credit: Jamaica Observer)

by several convicted or suspected terrorists in New York, London, and beyond. As charged in today’s indictment, the defendant also served as the fulcrum of a recruitment effort that encouraged individuals to carry out acts of terrorism in the name of the Islamic State and connected them with other radical supporters who were willing—or already in the process—of doing the same in countries around the world.” According to the indictment and documents filed in court, beginning in December 2016, Faisal and an undercover NYPD officer based in New York began communicating while he was living in Jamaica.

During their conversations, which occurred over email, text messages, and video chats, Faisal encouraged the undercover officer to view his lectures online and began sending propagandist reports from an official ISIS news outlet. After their initial exchanges, Faisal offered to help the undercover officer leave the US and travel to the Middle East to support foreign fighters abroad. He also offered to connect the officer with contacts, cautioning the individual to be circumspect about explicit references to the plan, employ coded language, and use an encrypted chat tool while communicating with him (Faisal) and his associates.

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MP Glenys Hanna-Martin is seeking to become the first woman to lead the PLP.

too many children were passing through the education system without acquiring basic literacy and numeracy skills. “I believe we are now compelled to look at our educational system with new eyes and cause for an analysis of how our children learn and give them access to knowledge through methodologies which are effective in that learning process. Our goals in the delivery of education must broaden and deepen so as to stimulate in our children creative thinking and foster analytical thought and facilitate innovation,” she said. With respect to health, HannaMartin lamented that despite billions of dollars invested in the health sector, the Bahamas had an unfolding

health crisis on its hands. “We are watching what is fast becoming a frightening health crisis in our country and which appears to be growing unabated and placing tremendous pressures on our scarce resources. It is therefore of utmost urgency that we address the state of health of our people. Just as we have the careful surveillance and the aggressive public education for communicable diseases, we should be embarking on similar strategies to counter chronic non-communicable diseases, because we are indeed experiencing a deadly epidemic,” she said. At least two former PLP ministers have endorsed Hanna-Martin for the top job.

BERMUDA could become the first country in the world to re-ban same-sex marriage. The first same-sex coupled tied the knot in Bermuda earlier this year, after the country’s Supreme Court ruled that a ban on samesex unions is a discriminatory violation of human rights. The Bermudan government subsequently confirmed it would not appeal against the ruling. However, the issue may not remain settled indefinitely. An MP has already introduced a bill which would re-ban samesex marriage in Bermuda. It was confirmed this week that the issue would go back to the country’s Parliament, where the bill is likely to win support from anti-LGBT lawmakers. The Royal Gazette reports that government MP Wayne Furbert plans to bring forward his bill next month, where it is highly likely to pass. Speaking to the Gazette, Home Affairs Minister Walton Brown insisted that the government will work on new ways to protect same-sex couples if equal marriage is overturned. He said: “Our position is that

same-sex couples should have all the legal rights of heterosexual couples, save for marriage. “If the private member’s Bill is successful, then we will draft and table legislation to ensure that same-sex couples have those rights enshrined in the law. “At present there is no need for this to be done due to the ruling by Justice Charles-Etta Simmons. “There already exists a Bill, the Civil Unions Bill, which would have similar elements to what is needed, although it obviously would not be called that.” Preserve Marriage, the group seeking to overturn same-sex marriage in the country, recently had its charitable status renewed. Bermudian native Winston Godwin and his Canadian husband Greg DeRoche were the first couple to win marriage recognition in the country. A change to the law in Bermuda could be a major spanner in the works for cruise liners based in Bermuda. Bermuda-based cruise line P&O Cruises has already begun taking bookings for same-sex weddings at sea, with ceremonies beginning in January 2018.

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Regional News Retired US Army colonel charged with conspiring to bribe senior officials in Haiti A RETIRED US Army colonel was charged in a complaint unsealed on Tuesday for his alleged role in a foreign bribery and money laundering scheme in connection with a planned $84 million port development project in Haiti. Joseph Baptiste, 64, was arrested on Tuesday morning on a criminal complaint filed in the District of Massachusetts. He was charged with one count of conspiracy to violate the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act and to launder money. The complaint alleges that Baptiste solicited bribes from undercover agents in Boston who posed as potential investors in infrastructure projects in Haiti, in connection with a proposed project to develop a port in the Moles Saint Nicolas area of Haiti. According to the complaint, the proposed project was expected to cost approximately $84 million, and was to involve the construction of multiple cement factories, a shipping-vessel recycling station, an international transshipment station with numerous slips for shipping vessels, a power plant, a petroleum depot and tourist facilities. The complaint alleges that Baptiste told the agents, in a recorded meeting at a Boston-area hotel, that he would funnel the payments to Haitian officials through a non-profit entity that he controlled -- which was based in Maryland and purported to help impoverished residents of Haiti -- in order to secure government approval of the project. The complaint further alleges that in telephone calls intercepted by agents pursuant to court authorization, Baptiste discussed bribing an aide to a senior Haitian

Dr. Joe Baptiste, the chair and founder of the National Organization for the Advancement of Haitians, who has been charged with a bribery scheme involving in Haitian government officials.

official by giving him a job on the port development project after he left his position. It further alleges that although Baptiste ultimately used for personal purposes approximately $50,000 that he received from undercover agents for the payment of bribes to Haitian officials -money that was wired at Baptiste’s direction to a non-profit organization he controls -- he intended to seek additional money from the undercover agents to use for future bribe payments in connection with the port project. The charges contained in the complaint are merely accusations. The defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law. (Caribbeannewsnow)

Bahamas: Baby’s killing rocks cabinet HOURS after an eight-month-old baby was shot dead in his home, Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis met with the attorney general and Royal Bahamas Police Force (RBPF) officials to reinforce the government’s “zero tolerance” approach to crime, stressing his commitment to provide the support police need to fight crime, Press Secretary Anthony Newbold said yesterday. The baby’s murder, he told reporters, has left “everybody really shocked.” However, while the family grapples with this tragic end to the infant’s life, Mr Newbold said the country must understand there is no one solution to crime. He said a complex approach must be taken to arrest this multifaceted problem. The Minnis administration’s crime plan or perceived lack thereof by some detractors has been the source of much criticism. Asked to respond in this regard during his regular press briefing, Mr Newbold said: “Plans won’t stop crime (or) certainly killings.” He continued: “The Minister of National Security (Marvin Dames) has spoken to plans. The police should also present a crime plan. “As I also said, the prime minister has called for the formation of a ministerial subcommittee as well because crime is vexing and one plan or one element of a plan is not going to solve it. We have seen that certainly with the former administration and so (it’s) a work in progress always. “The police on one side and then social elements must be added. Whether it’s the school, whether

The body of the infant is removed from the scene. (Photo: Terrel W Carey/Tribune staff).

it’s the church and we have to pay attention to the recommendations wherever they come from and do the very best that we can to implement those recommendations.” Earlier in his presentation to the press, Mr Newbold said the Cabinet subcommittee was formed to take a holistic view of the crime problem. “The prime minister met on Monday with the police and the attorney general to reinforce the government’s zero tolerance approach to crime and to stress that he is still prepared to provide all the support that the police needs to get the job done. “In fact the Cabinet subcommittee has been formed to take a holistic view of the crime situation and how the church and schools and other social partners can play a larger role in getting crime under control.

“Everybody is really shocked by what happened (Monday morning) and we understand though that there is no one solution to crime. It’s a multifaceted problem and so there must be a multifaceted (approach) to getting it under control.” Police believe the infant, Shelton Delano Tinker was killed in an act of retaliation toward the baby’s father. Police initially said the child was 18-months-old but yesterday clarified the baby’s correct age of eight months. The boy’s mother and father were also shot during the incident. They are both listed in serious condition in hospital. Shortly after the tragic killing, police said they wanted to speak with 19-year-old Anthon Stevens, aka “Bigga,” for help with the investigation.

Jamaica to amend copyright act to tackle digital piracy JAMAICA’S Copyright Act is to be amended to introduce comprehensive measures to tackle digital piracy. Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport Olivia Grange says the response to piracy needs to change to effectively address some of the challenges faced by players in the industry. “We note, applaud and appreciate the effort of the police to deal with piracy of physical recordings, but we need to start dealing effectively with piracy online. We need to go after the online pirates, shut them down and prosecute them. Our updated response must include a combination of measures, including website blocking,” Grange emphasized. The Copyright Amendment Act will allow for regulations to

Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport Olivia Grange says the response to piracy needs to change to effectively address some of the challenges faced by players in the industry.

be passed, and for government oversight of Copyright Collective Management Societies representing

the interest of creators and publishers of musical and literary works and producers of sound recordings.

Additionally, the Minister said implementation of the international treaties, to which Jamaica is a signatory, to uphold intellectual property rights must be accelerated. “Importantly, the performers’ rights agreed under the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) Internet Treaties must also now be passed into local law to enable Jamaican performers to secure the benefits their counterparts in other countries already enjoy,” she said. Grange pointed out that the music industry plays a significant role in the country’s economy by promoting growth, creating jobs and investment. “Over the years, through our

music and wider cultural and entertainment sectors, some of the very poorest and most vulnerable women and men have been able to achieve and sustain poverty alleviation and wealth creation, with gender equity,” she noted. Meantime, the minister disclosed that by the end of the year, record producers would have earned royalties from and through the Jamaica Music Society (JAMMS) in the amount of J$131 million (US$1.03 million). “So, that’s $131 million in royalties between 2009 and the end of 2017, with half of the money being sent overseas to international rights holders and the balance distributed to local record producers/labels,” the Minister said. (Caribbean360)

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A North Korea crisis would threaten more than a third of the oil moving on the oceans MORE than half of China’s oil production will be at risk if tensions between North Korea and its North Asia neighbours spirals into conflict, energy consultancy Wood Mackenzie warned. Military action could halt the flow of crude oil imports to South Korea, Japan and China, which together account for 34 percent of seaborne oil trade globally, the consultants said in a Wednesday report. Under a “worst case scenario,” China could permit the release of oil from strategic reserves “for the first time since it started building these 3-4 years ago,” said Chris Graham, product suite director for gas and LNG at Wood Mackenzie. South Korea and Japan could take similar action and both countries have emergency reserves to cover 90 days’ worth of demand. Japan may accelerate the re-commissioning of nuclear power generators to compensate for any squeeze on imported oil and gas in the event of a conflict. For China, its domestic oil production would provide a buffer, but the proximity of key producing basins to the North Korean border leaves the country vulnerable to disruption. “China has domestic oil production options, although up to

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58% of this could be at risk of shut-in in the event of escalating tensions,” Graham said. Around 1.5 million of China’s 3.95 million barrels per day crude production comes from the North China basin, with the nearest field located 200 kilometers (124 miles) from the North Kor e a n border, according to Wood Mackenzie. Another 0.8 million barrels per day is produced from the Songliao Basin, which lies approximately 400 kilometers from the border, the consultancy said. North Korea fired a missile

on Tuesday — believed to be the intermediate-range Hwasong-12 — that flew over Japan and broke up into three pieces after flying 2,700 kilometers, far short of its 4,000-kilometer range. Global oil markets would be “severely affected” in the event of a regional conflict that affects South Korea, Japan and China, where around 65 percent of Asia’s refining capacity is located, Wood Mackenzie said. But on the other hand, it added, “regional stockpiling and increased logistics costs could equally lead to a short-term price premium.” (CSNBC)

A half-million flooded cars and trucks could be scrapped after Harvey THERE are scores of cars and trucks with water up to their windows and in some cases over the hood and roof due to flooding in Houston. In fact, the flooding is so extensive, Cox Automotive estimates a half-million vehicles may wind up in the scrap yard. “This is worse than Hurricane Sandy,” said Jonathan Smoke, chief economist for Cox Automotive. “Sandy was bad, but the flooding with Hurricane Harvey could impact far more vehicles.”

After Hurricane Sandy battered New York and New Jersey in October 2012, an estimated 250,000 vehicles were scrapped. While the New York metropolitan area has more residents than Houston, the number of vehicles per household is much higher in Houston. That means more cars, trucks and SUVs were parked on the street and in garages when Harvey swamped the city and surrounding areas.

No decisive progress on Brexit - Barnier EUROPE’S chief Brexit negotiator Michel Barnier says there has been “no decisive progress” on key issues in talks with the UK. He said negotiations were still “quite far” away from being in a position to begin talks on future trade arrangements. He also said there were issues of “trust” between the two sides. But UK Brexit Secretary David Davis urged the EU to be “more imaginative and flexible” in its approach. He said in his opinion there had been “some concrete progress” during the third round of talks in Brussels. ‘IMPATIENT, NOT ANGRY’ During a joint press conference, Mr Barnier acknowledged there had been some “fruitful” discussions on the issues surrounding the relationship between the Republic of Ireland and Ulster, but he struck a pessimistic tone overall. He also stressed that he was “impatient… I am not angry… I am impatient and determined” about the progress of negotiations. The UK wants to begin trade talks as soon as possible, but Brussels insists that discussions about the

Rescue boats fill a flooded street to evacuate flood victims.

Europe’s chief Brexit negotiator Michel Barnier (right) said negotiations were still “quite far” away from being in a position to begin talks on future trade arrangements.

future relationship after Brexit can only begin once “sufficient progress” has been made on the arrangements for withdrawal - including on the socalled “divorce fee”. Mr Barnier said that at the current rate of progress, he was quite far from being able to recommend opening parallel talks on a future trade relationship with the UK. But Mr Davis told reporters: “This week we have had long and detailed discussions across multiple areas and

I think it’s fair to say we have seen some concrete progress, and Michel referred to one but there’s more than that. “However, as I said at the start of the week, it’s only through flexibility and imagination that we will achieve a deal that works truly for both sides. “In some areas we have found this from the [European] Commission’s side, which I welcome, but there remains some way to go.” (BBC)

Storm deaths: Death toll from Harvey flooding exceeds 30 MORE than 30 people - including a veteran Houston police officer have died or are feared dead in the Houston area and beyond in flooding or circumstances connected to Tropical Storm Harvey, according to local officials. Among those is a family of six reported missing after their van was swept away by floodwaters in east Houston near Greens Bayou on Sunday afternoon. The van driver, a relative, was trying to transport an elderly couple and their four greatgrandchildren away from rising floodwaters but encountered high

water. The driver survived but was unable to rescue the other occupants. The van was recovered Wednesday, Sheriff Ed Gonzalez said. Medical examiners are in the process of confirming which deaths are related to the historic flooding. And authorities are still searching for some of those believed to have perished during the flooding that has overwhelmed the region. Local officials expect the grim discoveries of additional bodies once the floodwaters retreat and the streams, rivers and bayous go back into their banks.

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Tory MPs sceptical about PM’s election ambitions Cobb County police Lt. Gregg Abbott is under fire for telling a woman that police “only kill black people”.

Video of Georgia police officer: ‘We only kill black people’ VIDEO from a police car’s dash camera shows an officer attempting to calm a nervous driver during a DUI stop by telling her “We only kill black people.” The video was obtained by WSB Channel 2 in Atlanta. The woman can be heard telling the officer she’s afraid to move her hands because of recent police-involved shootings. “Remember, we only kill black people. We only kill black people, right?” the officer from Cobb County tells the woman. WSB identified the officer as Lt. Greg Abbott. The traffic stop occurred in July. WGCL Channel 46 reports the department has confirmed the comments and Abbott has been placed on administrative duties while the incident is investigated.

Lance LoRusso, the lawyer for Abbott, says the officer was trying to “de-escalate a situation involving an uncooperative passenger.” “In context, his comments were clearly aimed at attempting to gain compliance by using the passenger’s own statements and reasoning to avoid making an arrest,” LoRusso says. Cobb County Police Chief Mike Register tells WSB that Abbott is a “good officer” and he’s unaware of any racial complaints against him. Still, he released a statement condemning the incident. “No matter what the context, statements like these are unacceptable and are not indicative of the type of culture we are trying to facilitate here in the police department, as well as within the county,” the statement says. (Cleveland.com)

SOME Conservative backbenchers have said they do not believe Theresa May will be able to fight the next general election as prime minister. Their comments follow Mrs May’s claim she was “here for the long term”. Labour said she was “deluding herself” - but Foreign Secretary Boris Johnson led her defence, insisting she could win an absolute majority. However, ex-Conservative Party chairman Grant Shapps said it was “too early to be talking about going on and on”. Having had “conversations with 50 or so colleagues” in the run-up to the summer, he said: “The truth is we ran a very poor election and you can’t just brush that under the table and pretend it didn’t happen - not least because we went from having a workable majority to no majority at all, so that stands to reason. He added that while there was no mood for a leadership election, Mrs May’s remarks “will certainly raise some eyebrows”. “Let’s get some performance, let’s get some delivery for the British people and then let’s see where we are, rather than vice versa,” Mr Shapps told BBC Radio 4’s Today programme. But former education secretary Nicky Morgan told BBC’s Hardtalk it would be “difficult” for Mrs May to lead the party into the next election, due in 2022. Debate over Mrs May’s long-term ambitions was sparked after she told the BBC’s Ben Wright in Kyoto

The PM, Theresa May, feels she has a long-term job in the UK.

that it was her intention to lead her party into another general election, whenever that was. “Yes, I’m here for the long term. What me and my government are about is not just delivering on Brexit but delivering a brighter future for the UK,” she said. Mrs May said she wanted to ensure “global Britain” could take its trading place in the world, as well as dealing with “those injustices domestically that we need to do to ensure that strong, more global, but also fairer Britain for the future”. Emphasising her stance on Thursday, she told reporters: “I said I wasn’t a quitter. There’s a long-term job to do, there’s an important job to be done in the UK. Yes, that’s partly about Brexit and getting Brexit right, but if you think back to what I said when I became prime minister, when I stood in Downing Street, there are

many other issues that we need to address.” The prime minister has been under pressure after losing her Commons majority in a snap election called earlier this year. Some reports had suggested she could stand down in 2019 after EU withdrawal. But speaking on a visit to Nigeria, Mr Johnson, who received public backing from Mrs May after recent criticism of his performance, said: “I’ve made it clear I’m giving my undivided backing to Theresa May. “We need to get Brexit done. “She’s ideally placed to deliver a great outcome for our country and then deliver what we all want to see, which is this exciting agenda of global Britain. “I think she gets it. She really wants to deliver it. I’m here to support her.”

‘Serial liar’ jailed after bogus rape claims Many took to social media to offer shelter to the stranded, or to ask for help.

Mumbai flooding causes transport chaos HEAVY monsoon rains in Mumbai have thrown the Indian city’s transport systems into chaos. Some roads have been hit by waist-deep flooding. Officials are calling on people to stay at home. More than 16 million people have been affected by seasonal floods across a swathe of South Asia, according to aid workers.

Bangladesh and Nepal have been badly hit, and about 500 people have died. In Mumbai on Tuesday, trains and flights were cancelled. Schools have closed. One hospital also flooded, forcing staff to evacuate the paediatric ward. Residents took to social media to offer shelter to the stranded, or to ask for help.

A “SERIAL liar” who made a series of bogus sexual assault allegations against 15 men has been jailed for 10 years. Jemma Beale, 25, claimed she was raped by nine men and sexually assaulted by six, all strangers, in four encounters spanning three years. One allegation led to the conviction of a man who was jailed for seven years. Beale from Hounslow was found guilty of perjury and perverting the course of justice at Southwark Crown Court. Judge Nicholas Loraine-Smith told Beale, who was in a relationship with a woman: “This trial has revealed, what was then not obvious, that you are a very, very convincing liar and you enjoy being seen as a victim. “The prosecution described your life as a ‘construct of bogus victimhood’.

Evidence of Beale lying about the rapes came to light when police investigated a separate allegation.

“These offences usually began as a drunken attempt to get your partner’s sympathy or perhaps to arouse her jealousy.

“They each began impulsively, but what is particularly chilling is the manner in which you persisted in making allegations which you knew were untrue even to the extent of committing and repeating perjury.” Prosecutor Madeleine Wolfe told the court police spent 6,400 hours investigating Beale’s lies at a cost of at least £250,000, and the trial cost at least £109,000. “Cases such as this bring a real risk that a woman who has been raped or sexually assaulted does not complain to the police for fear of not being believed”, the judge added. “False allegations are likely to have the perverse impact of increasing the likelihood of guilty men going free.” In a victim impact statement, Mahad Cassim, who was wrongly convicted of raping Beale in 2010, told the court he had been hugely affected by the false claim.

September 2-8, 2017

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JOB VACANCY The Somerset Resort Management Ltd. is seeking to fill the below mentioned position. The ideal candidate will possess extensive high-end luxury resort experience, be professional in attitude and demeanor and must read and speak English fluently. Position requires a flexible schedule which includes holidays, weekends and evenings and extended hours on occasion.

Houseman

• Ensure the adherence to hotel standards at all times

• To assist with cleaning guest rooms, carrying linen and replenishing amenities; to deliver an excellent Guest and Member experience. • Main Duties & Responsibilities: • Carrying / removing linens from rooms • Change and replenish bed linen, towels and guest amenities in line with company guidelines • Undertake regular dee cleaning tasks • Restock and maintain trolley daily basis • Dispose of waste accordingly • Manage guest requests in a timely and efficient manner • Comply with hotel security, fire regulations and all health and safety legislation • Carry out lost property procedures • Assist other departments wherever necessary and maintain good working relationships.

• Housekeeping Supervisors are always working on behalf of our Owners, Guest and working with other Team Members. To successfully fill this role, you should maintain the attitude, behaviors, skills and values that follow: • Previous experience in a Housekeeping Supervisory role • A successful track record of managing a team • Strong organizational and analytical skills • A strong attention to details • Effective communication skills – must speak, read, write and understand the primary language (English) used in the workplace • A passion for delivering exceptional levels of guest service • Proficiency preferred with computers and computer programs including Microsoft Office – Word, Excel and Outlook • Must work weekends and holidays • Must work PM shifts as business demands according to the operations policy • Must have reliable transportation to get to and from work

JOB SUMMARY:

REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be environmentally aware • Must speak, read, write and understand the primary language (English) used in the workplace • Must work weekends and holidays • Must work PM shifts as business demands according to the operations policy • Must have reliable transportation to get to and from work • Base salary range: $6.00-$7.00 / hour to commensurate with qualification & experience. Benefits: Service gratuity, vacation & employee meals.

Housekeeping Supervisor JOB SUMMARY:

• As a Housekeeping Supervisor, you will support the Housekeeping Department by ensuring the upkeep and cleanliness of the entire hotel including guest rooms, public areas, back of house areas and Team Member facilities. • Specifically, a Housekeeping Supervisor will perform the following tasks to the highest standards: • Main Duties & Responsibilities: • Allocate work duties to Team Members and supervise contractors • Perform routine inspections of all check out rooms and spot checks of all occupied rooms • Report and follow up on any maintenance defects and other issues • Inspect routinely service areas, store rooms and corridors • Schedule and supervise deep cleaning and any other projects • Manage and train Room Attendants, Housemen, Laundry Attendant, Public Area Attendants and Linen Room Clerk to ensure their performance is to the standards required • Manage efficiently stock control and the maintenance of equipment • Provide excellent Guest service, including Owners, VIP and other special requirements

Man with cancer kills co-worker who got him hooked on smoking A CHEF in India who was diagnosed with throat cancer was accused of killing his coworker for introducing him to cigarettes, according to a report. Mustakeem Ahmad, 25, told cops that he was so enraged with the victim after receiving the grim diagnosis that he bought a pistol, the Hindustan Times reported. The victim, identified only as Inayat, 25, worked at the restaurant in Uttam Nagar owned by Ahmad’s brotherin-law. “Though Ahmad and Inayat were friends at the workplace, Inayat was reportedly better at his job and well-behaved and soon became the favorite of the restaurant owner,” Deputy Police Commissioner Shibesh Singh said. An increasingly frustrated Ahmad developed a hatred toward Inayat and took up smoking – as well as marijuana. “Ahmad developed a throat infection, forcing him to consult a doctor. Ahmad has claimed that the doctor told him he had developed throat cancer due to excessive smoking,” Singh told the paper. Ahmad, who was fired after his work quality deteriorated, later blamed Inayat for getting him hooked on tobacco, which he said led to cancer. The cook then hatched a plan to exact revenge on Inayat by buying the pistol and some ammo. He practiced firing the weapon and then returned last week to the restaurant, where he asked his brother-in-law to sack Inayat, the Hindustan Times reported.

REQUIREMENTS:

Bellman JOB SUMMARY:

• To assist with the Resort reception area as well as guest arrivals and departures while delivering an excellent Guest and Member experience. • Main Duties & Responsibilities: • Greet guests in a friendly manner and offer assistance with luggage • Baggage handling for tours • Communicate with other departments in a friendly and professional manner • Be aware of local attractions and restaurants and make recommendations to guests • Accurately communicate with other shifts regarding issues arising from day to day operations • Other duties as required

REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have working experience in a luxury five-star resort • Must be professional, courteous individual with positive demeanor and possess good communication skills with an outgoing personality. • Must have the ability to lift at least 30 lbs. and push/pull in excess of 50 lbs. • Must be environmentally aware • Effective communication skills – must speak, read, write and understand the primary language (English) used in the workplace • Must work weekends and holidays • Must work PM shifts as business demands according to the operations policy • Must have reliable transportation to get to and from work • Base salary range: $6.00-$7.00 / hour to commensurate with qualification & experience. Benefits: Service gratuity, vacation & employee meals.

TERRANCE FORBES FIVE CAYS Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER Salary: $300 per week

Qualified Belonger candidates can complete an application form in person at The Somerset on Grace Bay, 10 Sibonne Drive, Providenciales, TCI or submit a resume by e-mail at twilliams@thesomerset.com for questions call (649) 339 5900, fax number (649) 946 5839. The closing date for applications is September 30th, 2017. 15868

CONTACT: 244-3536

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NOTICE OF SALE BY PUBLIC AUCTION Meridian Mortgage Corporation Ltd. as Chargee, pursuant to its charge and the Registered Land Ordinance, hereby gives notice that it will cause to be sold the property listed below by Public Auction, to be held at the office of Meridian Financial Group, Le Vele Plaza, Grace Bay and Providenciales at 10.00 a.m. on Friday 8th of September, 2017.

Savanna LaFontaine-Greywind, 22, was eight months pregnant when she went missing on 19 August.

Couple charged over pregnant North Dakota woman’s death A COUPLE in North Dakota are facing murder charges over allegations they killed a pregnant woman to claim her baby as their own. Savanna LaFontaineGreywind, 22, was eight months pregnant when she went missing on 19 August. Her body was found by kayakers in the Red river on Sunday, wrapped in plastic and trapped by a log, the Minneapolis Star Tribune reported. Her death has been preliminarily ruled a homicide, according to Fargo police. Thirty-two-year-old William Hoehn and 38-yearold Brooke Crews are in custody. They have told police differing accounts of how they came to be caring for a healthy two-day-old newborn after Ms LaFontaine-Greywind visited their apartment on the day she went missing. The discovery of her body brings an end to the eight-day-long search for

the expectant mother and nursing assistant, which included hundreds of volunteers, search dogs, and local, state and federal law enforcement officers. Police presume the baby is Ms LaFontaine-Greywind’s daughter, but DNA test results are pending. Ms Crews and Mr Hoehn face further charges of kidnapping and lying to investigators. In interviews with the police, Ms Crews said she invited Ms LaFontaineGreywind to her upstairs apartment and told her how to induce childbirth. Two days later, Ms Crews claimed, Ms LaFontaineGreywind returned to the apartment and handed her a baby. According to the police affidavit, she “admitted she had taken advantage of Savanna Greywind in an attempt to obtain her child and possibly keep the child as her own”. (BBC)

EDEN YACHT CHARTERS LTD is seeking employment for the following:

1) DOMESTIC WORKER

Interested candidate may contact 333-7889 regarding employment

L & G VARIETY STORE is seeking employment for the following:

1) DOMESTIC WORKER

Interested candidate may contact 231-2134 regarding employment

WILSON'S GROCERIES ENT. is seeking employment for the following:

5) CLEANER

Interested candidate may contact 346-5872 regarding employment

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Location

Title No. 60804/51, The Bight & Thomas Stubbs, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands, comprising of 0.40 acres

Description

The subject property comprises a commercial lot which supports two single story commercial building. The lot is positioned at the corner of the Kingston and Sibonne Road junction in the Lower Bight area of Providenciales The site supports in a Petroleum Service Station development and has a total gross floor area of approximately 2,706 square feet with the following facilities: Building 1: Petrol Station Operation, general store area office, storage, bathroom. Building 2: Supports three self-contained retail units which are currently vacant. A reserve price will be fixed for the auction.

Title

Private & Absolute

Proprietor

Caicos Petroleum

Approximate Area

0.40 acres

Location

Title No. 60504/115, Blue Hills & Stamers Run, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands, comprising of 1.78 acres.

Description

The sight supports a Petroleum Service Station and carwash facility within a single storey commercial building with a total gross floor area of approximately 1,079 square feet, and the following facilities: Petrol Station operation, general store with service area, office, storage, bathroom and drive through car wash facility. A reserve price will be fixed for the auction.

Title

Private & Absolute

Proprietor

Petro Plus Unlimited Ltd.

Approximate Area

1.78 acres

Location

60902/62, Leeward Going Through, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands, comprising 0.76 acres.

Description

The Windermere is an 8,700 square foot, 5-bedroom, 2 story villa, located on Caravel Road in Leeward. Has a private 120 feet custom dock, double garage, and mature landscaping. A reserve price will be fixed for the auction.

Title

Private & Absolute

Proprietor

555 Blue Haven Ltd.

Approximate Area

0.76 acres

Location

Description

Title No. 50202/110 & 114, Whitby, North Caicos. The property is located in the Whitby Section of North Caicos in a residential subdivision of Kings Road. The subject properties comprise two adjoining beachfront lots which are currently undeveloped land only; the combined site areas are approximately 1.29 acres and approximately 224 linear feet of direct beach frontage. A reserve price will be fixed for the auction.

Title

Private & Absolute

Proprietor

Jon Michael Hayes Shibley

Approximate Area

1.29 acres, Parcel 110 (0.54 acres), Parcel 114 (0.75 acres)

Location

10203/273,274,275,276,277&279, North West Suburbs, Grand Turk.

Description

The Subject Properties are undeveloped residential lots on an elevated ridge to the west of North Creek. Offered individually or together.

Title

Absolute

Proprietor

Daniel S. Simmons

Approximate Area

Parcel 273 - 0.26 acres, 274 - 0.36 acres, 275 – 0.43 acres, 276 – 0.47 acres, 277-0.45 acres, 279 – 0.39 acres

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE BY PUBLIC AUCTION ARE AVAILABLE BY REQUEST, FROM MERIDIAN MORTGAGE CORPORATION LTD. Meridian Financial Group P.O. Box 599, Level 2, Le Vele Plaza, Grace Bay, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands, B.W.I Tel. (649) 941-3082 Fax (649) 941-3223

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Pelican Bay Restaurant and Bar

is situated on Grace Bay Beach at the Luxury All-Suite Royal West Indies Resort. Pelican Bay delights guests with exceptional all-day dining; an outstanding variety dinner menu; and the most delectable breakfast and Sunday Brunch

• Plus the knowledge and experience of worldwide pastries, desserts and chocolates • This position above requires working long hour’s nights and days public holidays and weekends Salary range based on experience

For more information on job descriptions, please contact info@pelicanbaytci.com or 431-1689 Please call for an appointment, bring along your resume and resident status

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Job Title: IT Technician Company: Turks & Caicos Islands Airports Authority. Department: Engineering & Maintenance Department. Reports To: Engineering & Maintenance Manager and IT Administrator. Job Overview: The job of the Information Technology (IT) Staff member covers a wide range of systems, equipment and the company’s Local Area Network, the successful applicant will be responsible but not limited for the continued operation and maintenance of the company servers, workstations, printers, fax, Airline shared use system, self-checkIn Kiosks, time clock system, CCTV Security and access control systems. Computer hardware and related devices repairs is required for all systems. This individual will provide the IT Administrator and the Engineering & Maintenance Manager with the necessary recommendations and guidelines for the continued operation, expansion, design and security of the TCIAA systems and Equipment. Applicants must have: Skills & Qualifications: • Degree in Electronic & Computer Technology or related field, not limited to Cisco, Microsoft, and Oracle approved training organizations. • A Minimum of 7 yrs. working experience in the Information Technology Field. • Windows 2000, XP and Windows 7, 8 & 10. • MS Exchange, Active Directory and other mail protocols such as IMAP • Microsoft Server 2003, 2008 & 2012 • MS-Sql & Oracle. Essential Functions: • Troubleshoot and resolve hardware, connection, printer and software issues reported the department. • Update network applications as required • Maintain daily tape backup and off-site tape storage • Troubleshoot and resolve all problems encountered with hardware and software. Escalate requests to the appropriate party, as needed. Replace or repair defective parts and equipment • Conduct technology training for new users • Provide support to the Engineering & Maintenance team • Conduct briefings and demonstrations for users to enhance system productivity • Perform routine server monitoring and performance benchmarking • Monitor and remove virus, spyware, and other non-authorized software • Complete special projects as requested • Performs routine and preventive maintenance as needed and as per schedule for the purpose of ensuring the ongoing functioning of systems. • Prepares written materials (e.g. repair status, activity logs, reports, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities and/or conveying information. • Requests equipment and supplies for the purpose of maintaining inventory and ensuring availability of items required to complete the necessary installation and/ or repair. • Responds to emergency situations during or after working hours, not limited to holidays and day offs. • Ability to Travel throughout the Turks & Caicos Islands for the purpose of installing, repairing and maintaining computer and network systems at airports located on other islands. Salary: $33,600.00-$36,000.00 per annum Interest persons must submit their applications before September 8, 2017 to: Human Resources Manager Turks and Caicos Islands Airports Authority Providenciales International Airport Telephone# 649-941-8692, Fax# 9415996. Email: hrrecruitment@tciairports.com

PASTRY CHEF The Meridian Club is seeking a Pastry Chef. The successful applicant must be creative, experienced and able to make a wide variety of desserts and baked goods, including confectionery work. As our Pastry Chef you will be responsible for the daily preparation of all baked goods and pastriesin, scheduling and production of all baked goods to maintain an inventory of fresh baked goods at all times, assisting the Executive Chef at all stations during service as well as fill in for the Executive Chef on days off and vacation. Some International experience and working with international teams and guests is preferred.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Minimum of 3 years experience as a Pastry; Minimum of 3 years experience in assisting an Executive Chef; A Degree in Pastry Arts and/or 3 to 5 years of like experience; Experience in professional cooking; Effective communication skills with Restaurant staff, management and suppliers; Possess sound knowledge of food hygiene practices; Enthusiasm and passion to create excellent product ; The ability to work well under pressure; A strong desire to achieve goals & targets; Flexible work ethic; Proficient in Microsoft Office suite; Experience in operating in remote locations; Must speak fluent English ; Must be willing to reside on Pine Cay on a full-time basis, 24 hours/day; Must be skilled in handling all duties specified above.

Salary: Commensurate with education, training, and experience Starting Date: Negotiable Send Resumes to:

manager@meridianclub.com Note: Please respond no later than September 13, 2017. All qualified applicants will be interviewed.

EXECUTIVE CHEF The Meridian Club is seeking an Executive Chef. The successful applicant must be enthusiastic, creative, experienced and able to demonstrate culinary expertise. As Executive Chef you will be responsible for providing day to day control of food production, menu creation, menu costing, hands on delivery in kitchen for all 3 meals as well as private dining, in addition to driving continuous improvement in staff performance and food production, ensure the efficient, cost effective and smooth running of the kitchen, lead and motivate your team through experience and knowledge, ensure compliance with hygiene standards, maintain effective relationships with suppliers and monitor quality and supervise stock levels. Experience in Farm –to- table and creating organic gardens is highly derisible.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of 5 years managing a Restaurant; • Minimum of 5 years in Food & Beverage Management ; • A Degree in Culinary Arts and/or 5 to 10years of like experience; • Effective communication skills with Restaurant staff, management and suppliers; • Possess sound knowledge of food hygiene practices; • Enthusiasm and passion to create excellent product ; • The ability to work well under pressure; • A strong desire to achieve goals & targets; • Flexible work ethic; • Proficient in Microsoft Office suite; • Experience in operating in remote locations; • Must speak fluent English ; • Must be willing to reside on Pine Cay on a full-time basis, 24 hours/day • Must be skilled in handling all duties specified above Salary: Commensurate with education, training, and experience Starting Date: Negotiable Send Resumes to: manager@meridianclub.com

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Note: Please respond no later than September 13, 2017. All qualified applicants will be interviewed.

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• Successful applicant should have at least 8 years of kitchen and restaurant experience including • Knowledge of food costing and controls, monthly inventory, • Knowledge of food hygiene and safety, menu planning, managing and scheduling staff,

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Food & Beverage Manager

September 2-8, 2017

EUFEMIA REYES SMITH

KEW TOWN Is seeking to employ a

HOLY GHOST CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE

BUS DRIVER

CONTACT: 341-1021

CONTACT: 342-2584

Salary: $200 per week

MARC CORNER CAR WASH

CONTACT: 346-8047

15861

Must have own tools, must be willing to work weekend and holidays, must be able to work without supervision, must have your own vehicle along with a valid driver’s license. Must have several years of experience.

Pls forward all resumes to wendyhandfield@hotmail.com Only applicants considered will be contacted 15880

15877

MICHELE’S CONSTRUCTION BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ

4 LABOURERS 6 CLEANERS Salary: $6.25 per hour

Plumber

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

Is seeking to employ a

CAR WASHER

Is currently looking to employ a

Salary: $6.25 per hour

15874

Starting salary is $6.50 per hour. Interested candidates may

CONTACT THE EMPLOYER AT 346-5872

for further details regarding employment. Position currently held by a work permit holder 15869

Paps Air Conditioning, Refrigeration & Appliances is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

Must have 5 years experience or more in Air condition and refrigeration. Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT INFO: 6492444332/3456682

Email: proappliance @live.com 15882

TCI AGENCY SERVICES

Bartender, Kitchen Helper and Sales person Must have experience in specified areas and willing to work 6 days per week. Salary $6.25 per hour

CLASSY CAR WASH INTERNATIONALPLS

Looking for 2 Skilled Barbers. Salary is $6.25 per hour

J&A Construction

Is looking for 2 skilled workers. Salary is $6.25 per hour

PENN CONSTRUCTION

Is looking for a Mechanic and Skilled Labourer. Salary $6.25 per hour

G&G CONSTRUCTION-PLS

Kitchen Helper to work six days a week. $6.25 per hour

FRESH FISH & ATLANTIC SEAFOODPLS

Fish Peelers must be able to skillfully dissect and process seafood’s. Salary $6.25 per hour

TCI TAILORING & UPHOLSTERY GDT

Looking for Tailor and Seamstress to work in Grand Turk who has 3-5 years’ experience in fabricating Bed Spreads, Curtains, Uniforms, Dresses and Pants, using factory equipment. $6.25 per hour or commission or whichever is greater.

PROVO ENTERTAINMENT CENTER

Is looking for a Barmaid. Salary $6.25 per hour.

TCI FUELS-PLS

Experienced Fuler with basic knowledge in dealing with hydrocarbons and fuels, to work in Provo. $6.25 per hour.

JUDY’S MINI BAR-PLS

Looking for Waitress with a people’s person, with great personality. Must be bilingual. Paying Minimum wages.

Is seeking to employ a

CASHIER Must be willing to work 6 days per week Salary: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 243-4141 Position is currently held by a work permit holder

LAURETTE ESTIMON Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 348-5517 Position is held by a work permit holder

15859

SALOMON ALTIDOR/ S&B CONSTRUCTION GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

15872

TAIPAN MAINTENANCE SERVICES HEAVING DOWN ROCK Is seeking to employ a:

LABOURER Salary: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 348-7578 Position is held by a work permit holder

15871

PAINTER Salary: $6.50 per hour Must be willing to work 6 days per week

CONTACT: 231-6432 Position is currently held by a work permit holder

15878

With five (5) years to (10) years’ experience. To work 6 days a week Job to include: pool maintenance, yard, electrical and A/C repair, plumbing, painting and carpentry work. Salary: $1500.00 Monthly Must be willing to work 6 days per week

CONTACT: (649) 344-5198

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BCS-CS/ GRACE BAY CAR RENTALS

HIGH PROFILE BARBER SHOP

Car washers Must have experience Salary is based on Commission

Upholsters, Sandblaster and painter Salary $6.25 per hour

PROVO TECH

OF K&S BAKERY CAFÉ Is seeking to employ a

MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

Acting on behalf of our clients is looking for the following positions BUGALOO ENTERPRISES & CONCH CRAWL-PLS

JACK & KATHY WILLIAMS

ISLAND ESCAPE

LEEWARD HIGHWAY Is seeking to employ a

STEWARD Position held by a work permit holder

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CAICEDO PUB HOUSE-PLS

OPERATION SUPERVISOR

The retail Sale Supervisor is responsible for the supervising the daily activities and productivity of the Retail Sales Team. Ensures Retail Sales is complying with established service levels, sales goals and meeting strategic objectives.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Coaching, assessing performance and improving team member skill levels, tracking and reporting productivity. Manages multiple tasks simultaneously.

OVANDO CONSTRUCTION LIMITEDPLS

Mechanic, Carpenter, Sandblaster/Painter

ANGELIQUE’S ARTS AND CRAFT- GDT

Looking for qualified persons to make ornaments for Tourist.

ANGELIQUE’S ENTERTAINMENT- GDT

Looking for bilingual person to sing and play multiple instruments.

SHANDA’S RESTAURANT-PLS

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Excel, QuickBooks, Windows and Rent Centric

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• 5 or more years’ experience • must have a valid driver’s licence

CAR WASHERS/

LOOKING FOR BARMAIDS

TCI AGENCY SERVICES-PLS/GDT

Looking for Housekeeper. Must be bilingual. Must know how to cook Spanish dishes. Contact: (649) 241-5678

‘B’ BEAUTY AND HEALTH SPA

Nail Technicians and Hair Stylist. Salary is $6.25 per hour

ROYAL ROBINSON

Is looking for a Sales Person. Salary is $6.25 per hour CONTACT: (649) 241-5678

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LABOURERS

Duties: • Must be able to read and write English • Ensure that car windows and doors are properly secure before dusting and washing • Make sure all accessories taken out of the car is put back before handing the car over to the customer.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma • 3- 5 years’ experience • Salary $6.25 per hour This position is currently held by a work permit holder DROP OFF ALL APPLICATIONS TO 1216 LEEWARD HIGHWAY, PROVIDENCIALES BEFORE CHINSON’S RESTAURANTS OR EMAIL: FRANTZ@ GRACEBAYCARRENTALS.COM OR TELEPHONE: 649-441-8515

GOLDEN SCISSORS PLUS

TAILOR JOB DESCRIPTION • Fit and study garments on customers to determine required alterations • Sew garments using needles , thread or sewing machine • Measure parts sleeves or pants legs and mark or pin-fold alteration lines

• Design, make, alter, repair or fit garments • Qualifications: High School Diploma and Tailoring Diploma Salary: commensurate with experience and qualification filters.

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Entertainment

September 2-8, 2017

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Director of Culture Ludwina Fulford, Ralph Higgs, Minister of Tourism, Environment, Culture, Heritage and Gaming, and Senior Cultural Officer Alishia Duncanson

TCI on display at Carifesta XIII in Barbados EARLIER this month (August 17 – 24) the Turks and Caicos Islands joined with several other Caribbean countries to proudly display its culture and heritage to the world at the annual Carifesta event. This year marks 13 years since Caribbean countries decided to come together as one to showcase and celebrate the region’s many artists and artisans in fashion, food, festival and the arts. A delegation comprised of Minister of Culture and Heritage Ralph Higgs, Director of Culture Ludwina Fulford and Senior Cultural Officer Alishia Duncanson and several members of the TCI Junior Chef team ably represented the TCI at Carifesta XIII held in Barbados. Held under the theme ‘Asserting our culture, celebrating ourselves,’ the event brought together more than 23 Caribbean and Latin America nations. At the largest gathering for artistic expressions, each showcased a wide array of disciplines including film,

folk traditions, several genres of music, theatre and dance, traditional culinary cuisine inclusive of national dishes and beverages. The Culture Department participated in the ‘Country Booth’ segment held in the ‘Grand Market’ during which the culture team displayed many local products including music by a number of our local artists, Bambara rum, Caicos tea and promoted a variety of local products and souvenirs. The team met directors from around the region and sat in on a cultural policy workshop that included about 100 cultural practitioners, policy makers and academics from around the Caribbean in support of the development of the draft Turks and Caicos Islands Cultural Policy. In addition, the Turks and Caicos Junior Chef team, comprising team leader Edwin Gallardo, chaperon Nicholette Thomas and junior chefs Kentisha Hall and Christian Green entered the Caribbean

Junior Duelling Challenge which commenced on the August 24. They were victorious in capturing the first position for the competition. Upon his return to the TCI, Minister Higgs remarked: “Having travelled with the team and observing the various activities that took place during Carifesta XIII, I am happy that we were able to participate in such an activity. “This mega cultural festival has given the Department of Culture exposure but by extension it gave the Turks and Caicos Islands maximum exposure.” The Director of Culture expounded on the experience and exposure afforded to the TCI at Carifesta XIII. “We were able to not only promote our country, but were also able to sample cuisine, view crafts, observe demonstrations of various art form productions, and build stronger relationships with regional counterparts.”

Team leader Edwin Gallardo, Ludwina Fulford, Director of Culture chaperon Nicholette Thomas and junior chefs Kentisha Hall and Christian Green

Director of Culture Ludwina Fulford, Stephen Lashley, Minister of Culture, Sports and Youth, Barbados, Senior Cultural Officer Alishia Duncanson, and Andrea Wells, Chief Cultural Officer of the National Cultural Foundation and festival director Carifesta XIII

Autistic character introduced to Beaches’ Sesame Street lineup BY DAISY HANDFIELD IN AN effort to promote an awareness of autism, Beaches Turks and Caicos have added a new character called Julia to their Sesame Street programme. An official launch was held on the resort’s grounds last week to introduce the character to members of the press and to provide more information on her role. Dr Rosemarie Truglio, senior vice president of curriculum and content for the Sesame Street workshop, explained that the purpose for incorporating Julia to the list of Sesame Street characters was to educate children on autism.

She said: “We introduced a new character on Sesame Street and her name is Julia and she has autism. “So, we wanted to include Julia here with the rest of her Sesame friends and introduce an activity at the Kids Camp, so that children could be exposed to Julia, so that they could learn more about what it means to be a child with autism. “The training has been going on since Monday [last week], so we want to make sure that all Kid’s Camp staff and animators handlers are trained, so they know how to do this activity with the children at the kid’s camp. “The animators are the people who bring Julia to life, so it is really important that they be trained in what Julia can and cannot do.”

Animation manager at Beaches TCI Roxanne Wade said that it took a day for the team members to get in character and learn the talents and persona of Julia. “This is exciting for us because we always had our walkabout characters who are more outgoing and exciting and for a child with autism that would not be the right approach for them. “With Julia being here, it just feels overwhelming and of course it is exciting because she would be the one to let those children feel comfortable and for the families to relate and see that we understand what autism is and how a child may react.” Kid’s camp counsellor Maleika Adams said that the training will be

New autism character, Julia, introduced to Beaches Sesame Street lineup

beneficial because it will help them take care of children with special behavioural limitations. She said: “The training helps you

to not label them and look at them for what they really are and help them to be more comfortable in their environment.”

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Marvel star slates ‘racist’ Hollywood over name change CHLOE Bennet, who stars in TV series Marvel’s Agents of SHIELD, has said she had to change her name from Chloe Wang in order to make it in Hollywood. The actress praised Ed Skrein for recently pulling out of Hellboy. His casting had been criticised for “whitewashing” the original character, who is of Asian heritage. She told an Instagram follower who queried her name change: “Hollywood is racist and wouldn’t cast me with a last name that made them uncomfortable.” “Changing my last name doesn’t change the fact that my BLOOD is half Chinese, that I lived in China, speak Mandarin or that I was culturally raised both American and Chinese... It means I had to pay my rent.” She added: “I’m doing everything I can, with the platform I have, to make sure no one has to change their name again, just so they can get work.” Chloe, who plays a secret agent, has previously explained how her

Justin Bieber had feared he had a twisted testicle.

Bieber checked into Long Island hospital due to swollen testicle Chloe Bennet: "Changing my last name doesn't change the fact that my BLOOD is half Chinese"

name change led to a more successful career almost immediately. “Oh, the first audition I went on after I changed my name, I got booked,” she told The Daily Beast last year. “So that’s a pretty clear little snippet of how Hollywood works.” The actress has since created RUN (Represent Us Now) a group which

campaigns for Asian American and Pacific Islander communities to be better represented in Hollywood. She praised Skrein’s decision earlier this week, saying: “DAMN, that’s a man. Thank you @edskrein for standing up against Hollywood’s continuous insensitivity and flippant behaviour towards the Asian American community.

JUSTIN Bieber’s private parts are now at the center of a public lawsuit in New York. An emergency room worker for Northwell Health on Long Island has filed a wrongful termination action with the New York Division of Human Rights over claims she accessed Bieber’s medical records earlier this year. The employee, Kelly Lombardo, swears she never peeked at Bieber’s chart and was fired from her job of

the last decade due to her gender, her lawyer confirmed to the Daily News. “My client was a moral employee who had respect for patient privacy and never accessed Justin Bieber’s file,” lawyer David H. Rosenberg told The News. Rosenberg said Lombardo was on duty as an emergency room representative when “she was told by several company representatives” that Bieber had been admitted under an alias to get treatment “for an STD.”

September 2-8, 2017

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September 2-8, 2017

Solange announces Hurricane Harvey benefit concerts, Ora, DiCaprio and Cyrus pitch in THE outpouring of support from artists offering their time, effort and open pocketbooks continues to unfold as the shocking devastation left in the wake of Hurricane Harvey becomes more apparent. Nearly a week after the storm made first landfall in Southeast Texas the region is struggling to fight back the historic rainfall and flooding that has forced tens of thousands out of their homes and killed over 30 at press time. The latest acts to step up include Solange, who announced that her Orion’s Rise performance at Boston’s Orpheum Theater on Sept. 28 will donate all proceeds to Harvey relief. In a statement, the singer wrote, “I’m committed to partnering with organisations on the ground in Houston and making contributions to uplift the city that raised me with so much love. See you September 28th Boston, I thank you in advance

for making this a special meaningful night!” A short time later she announced that after quick sell-outs for Orion’s shows at Radio City Music Hall (Oct. 2) and the Kennedy Center in New York (Oct. 1) and the Greek Theatre in Berkeley, California (Oct. 20), she has added a second Radio City show on Oct. 3 to honour her hometown neighborhood in Houston’s Third Ward by donating $3 from every ticket to Harvey relief. Solange joins older sister Beyoncé, who has pledged to help “as many as we can” by working with her team at the BeyGOOD organisation as her pastor Rudy Rasmus to help those affected. After the United Way Harvey Recovery Fund pledged to distribute 100 percent of donations to recovery efforts, actor Leonardo DiCaprio made the inaugural donation to the

newly established fund from his Leonardo DiCaprio Foundation: $1 million. “We are incredibly grateful for the generosity of Leonardo DiCaprio and his foundation,” United Way Worldwide president and CEO Brian Gallagher said in a statement. “Responding to Hurricane Harvey requires the best of all of us — and that’s what this gift represents.” Miley Cyrus announced on Wednesday (Aug. 30) that her Happy Hippie Foundation has begun accepting donations for Harvey relief. The singer appeared on Ellen to announce she was donating $500,000 to the efforts, breaking into tears while talking about the thought of those who’ve lost everything in the disaster. Drake, Fall Out Boy and country star Chris Young have also pledged support, while comedian Kevin Hart offered $50,000 and launched

Beyonce’s sister, Solange, announced that her Orion’s Rise performance at Boston’s Orpheum Theater on Sept. 28 will donate all proceeds to Harvey relief.

a challenge campaign in which he asked Beyonce, Jay-Z, T.I., Nelly, Usher, Chris Brown and other celebrities to do their bit for Houston’s recovery efforts; Hart announced on Wednesday that his campaign had crossed the $1 million mark. On Wednesday (Aug. 30), Rita Ora announced on Twitter that she was looking for a shelter for Houston evacuees in Dallas to volunteer at

before she left the state. The Red Cross has provided a list of flood safety tips, and those who wish to help can visit redcross.org, call 1-800-RED-CROSS or text he word HARVEY to 90999 to make a $10 donation. Other organisations supporting those affected include AmeriCares, Catholic Charities, the Salvation Army and AABB. (Billboard.com)

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September 2-8, 2017

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NATASHA CONSULTANCY Acting on behalf of their clients

NATIONAL COLONY REALTY Is seeking to employ a

SALES CLERK

VILLA HOST

Job is 6 days/week and based on a 44 hour work week. Applicants without experience should expect a starting wage of $1500 per month Contact: 946-5945

Salary: $6.00 per hour Contact: 431-6163 MYRLINE REMY Is seeking a

DOMESTIC WORKER

Salary: $6.25 per hour Contact: 232-2610

C&S PROFESSIONAL SERVICES Acting on behalf of our client Albert Grant. Who is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER Salary: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 241-5922 This position is currently held by a work permit holder

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MYSTIQUE CAR RENTAL & TOURS LTD.

Paradise Arts, Saltmills

VEHICLE PREP WORKER/ MAINTENANCE WORKER

Jewelry Artist Needed

Is Seeking to Employ (2)

LUCY MOTT LEE Is seeking a

1. Must be fluent in English 2. Must be Customer Service Oriented 3. Must be willing to work on weekends, holidays and at nights as required 4. Must have knowledge of all types of cars 5. Be able to maintain schedule of all cars in Rental fleet 6. Have a Valid Driver’s Licence and a clean Police Record Please forward resume to Mystique Car Rental & Tours Ltd. 72 Old Airport Road, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands. Deadline: August 25, 2017

JAYNE HUTCHERSON BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

OVANDO CONSTRUCTION Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

CARPENTER

CONTACT: 245-75842

CONTACT: 331-9854

This position is currently held by a work permit holder 15713

CLASSIFIEDS 31

Salary: $350 per week

Position held by a work permit holder

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PAT’S PLACE SALT CAY Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER

DOMESTIC WORKER Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 946-6919

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Grace Bay, Providenciales

NEW POSITION

• Must have 2+ years’ experience in making jewelry • Must work 6 days a week including evenings and weekends • Knowledge of how to manage clients with custom orders • Knowledge of how to arrange jewelry displays • Computer skills and knowledge of Photoshop required • Starting pay $10 per hour Prospective Islanders can send copies of their applications to The Work Permit Board 649-431-3014 paradiseartsgallery@hotmail.com 15852

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WAITRESS BARTENDER BARMAID

LABOURER

Is seeking to employ a

Salary: $6.25-8.00 per hour

CONTACT: 232-8963 Belongers need only apply

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GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

Salary: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 244-6735

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

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NEEDED URGENTLY Senior Reporter Reporter/Sub-Editor

We are looking for an experienced all-round reporter to join our small team. The successful applicant would have run the gamut of covering community events to court and parliamentary reporting. The ideal candidate should be able to copy edit and be able to write eye-catching headlines, as well as proofread. He or she will be responsible for ensuring that copy is accurate; has correct grammar and follows house style. Applicant should be computer-literate and should know how to use a camera. Please send application to the publisher at Turks & Caicos News Ltd. (The Weekly News) tcweeklynews@gmail.com, or P.O.Box 52, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands.

We are looking for a qualified reporter who has strong news gathering and writing skills, as well as the ability and enthusiasm to help keep the country’s leading newspaper ahead of the pack. The position is available for immediate start and the successful candidate will be joining a small, dedicated team covering a wide range of news and features across the islands of the Turks & Caicos. Local knowledge is preferred but not essential, but the successful applicant would have had wide experience in community, court and parliamentary reporting. A working knowledge of computer and photography is essential. The salary for this position will be dependent on experience. Write or email the publisher at tcweeklynews@gmail.com No phone calls please.

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

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32 CLASSIFIEDS ALMAIDA WILSON GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER Salary: $6.25 per hour Must be willing to work 6 days per week

CONTACT: 232-2040 This position is currently held by a work permit holder

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CARNEY GARDINER NORTH CAICOS Is seeking to employ a

BABYSITTER Salary: $6.25 per hour Must be willing to work 5 days per week

CONTACT: 242-5676 This position is currently

ALTAGRACIA RESTAURANT LEEWARD HIGHWAY Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER Salary: $6.25 per hour Must be willing to work 6 days per week

CONTACT: 345-5305 This position is currently held by a work permit holder

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DARON EWING BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 242-4240 This position is currently

held by a work permit holder

D’RUDY BEAUTY SALON

ELUSMA WILNER

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AIRPORT ROAD Is seeking to employ a

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BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

NAIL TECHNICIAN LABOURER Salary: $6.25 per hour

Salary: $400 bi-weekly

CONTACT: 346-8003

CONTACT: 342-1289

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ARTHUR EMANUEL PARKER BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

ATELUS GEWELRY GRACE BAY Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER Salary: $500 bi-weekly

CONTACT: 231-1440

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DEFINITIVE DESIGN GROUP SEEKS TO EMPLOY A

HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR

IN GRAND TURK SALARY $2816.00 PER MONTH. 6 DAYS A WEEK

PLEASE CONTACT BUILDING MATERIAL AT 946 2095 OR 9462799

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HANDCRAFTER Salary: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 341-2214 This position is currently

held by a work permit holder

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DEON WILSON BLUE HILLS

Is seeking employment for the following:

1 LABOURER Salary is $6.50 per hour. Interested candidate may

CONTACT THE EMPLOYER AT 243-8307

for further details regarding employment. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 15830

FIBERWORKS Requires The successful candidates must be able to: • Install and maintain fiber, copper and COAX cables according to plan. • Perform low-loss fiber splicing and cable jointing. • Perform preventative

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maintenance and ensure that proper standards are followed. Salary is $12.00 per hour (negotiable), 5 or 5 days per week depending on workload

Applicants should submit a resume to:

Director of Fiberworks #46 Stingray Street Cooper Jack Bay Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands Email: clayton@gmail.com 15801

HANES EYMA Is seeking to employ a

Salary is $6.75 per hour. Interested candidate may

CONTACT THE EMPLOYER AT 346-2473/ 242-2548 for further details regarding employment.

15829

DIANA’S BAR & RESTAURANT LEEWARD HIGHWAY Is seeking to employ a

BARMAID Salary: $200 per week

CONTACT: 246-6237

15821

GARDENER

to work 5 days. The salary is $440.00 per week. The contact number is

941-3082

15768

DJIMY ANTENOR Is seeking to employ a

HELPER Salary: $150 per week

CONTACT: 343-2261 Is currently held by a work permit holder

15890

QUALIFIED AND EXPERIENCED

SCUBA INSTRUCTORS NEEDED FOR BUSY DIVE SHOP

6 DAY WEEK INCLUDING WEEKENDS AND PUBLIC HOLIDAYS. SALARY: $2400 PER MONTH POSITIONS ARE CURRENTLY HELD BY WORK PERMIT HOLDERS

CALL 946-5029 TO ARRANGE INTERVIEW

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ISLAND DREAM WORKS

REQUIRE TO FILL THE FOLLOWING JOB POSITIONS

1 FINISH PAINTER

IN PROVIDENCIALES SALARY $2000.00 PER MONTH REQUIRES TO WORK 6 DAYS PER WEEK .

He/She must be internationally certified and have extensive experience in running and developing junior and adult squash programs. He/She will give daily group and private squash lessons and manage the squash department. Remuneration commensurate with certification and experience. Belonger who meet the requirements are encouraged to apply and will be preferred. Only applicants who meet the requirements will be contacted for interviews.

CLEANER

Please send your application at info@ gracewaysports.com or leave a copy at Graceway Sports Centre located on Luker Lane (behind IGA Supermarket). Contact phone no. (649) 442-6348

CONTACT: 241-2078

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1 LABOURER

is looking for a

DIVE PROVO

Part-time Squash Instructor

CALL 244-9612

BLUE HILLS

CARIBBEAN PLACE OWNERS ASSOCIATION

IS SEEKING TO EMPLOY

1 Fiber Technician

Is looking to employ a

For residential home Ad is for work permit renewal. Salary is $7.00 per hour.

BREEZE CONSTRUCTION Is seeking employment for the following:

Graceway Sports Centre

GARDENER NEEDED

September 2-8, 2017

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

1 FINISH CARPENTER

IN PROVIDENCIALES SALARY $2000.00 PER MONTH REQUIRES TO WORK 6 DAYS A WEEK

1 CNC OPERATOR

Salary: $6.25 per hour

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IN PROVIDENCIALES MUST BE SKILLED IN CREATING SIMPLE PROGRAMS USING MACHINE PARAMETERS/ MACHINE CODES AND PROGRAM CODES. MUST BE WILLING TO TRAVEL AND WORK ON WEEDENDS. SALARY $3000.00 PER MONTH.

CONTACT KEVIN ARIZA AT TELEPHONE NO. 4322750.

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September 2-8, 2017

ISLAND FARMS Seeks a

FARM LABOURER

Must be willing to do hard physical labour outdoors, be able to contribute to all aspects of farm work: harvest, slaughtering, weeding, maintaining farm machinery and buildings. Must be able to drive stick-shift vehicles, speak English. $7/hour, 48 hour week. Current post holder has a work permit.

Belongers should send a copy of their application to Labour. Applications to nicholasturner50@gmail.com 15813

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS JOSEPH DERAT JOSEPH JOHN GRAY BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

BOTTLE CREEK NORTH CAICOS Is looking for a

MASON

To work 5 days per week salary $10.00 per hour.

DOMESTIC WORKER

CONTACT: 649-243-6006 OR 649-231-2344

CONTACT: 345-8379

This position is for work permit renewal

Salary: $150 bi-weekly

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

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CLASSIFIEDS 33

MAJ. LTD

MARC CORNER CAR WASH

is Seeking

BLUE HILLS Is seeking a:

STORE CLERK Salary - $6.50 an hour

6 days work week Morning & Evening Shift

CALL 649-431-1869

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LABOURER Must be willing to 6 days per week.Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: (649) 346-8047

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KITCHEN HELPER

REAL ESTATE ASSISTANT & OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR Sailrock Development Limited [dba Sailrock Living] – Fall 2017

• • • •

Reporting To Sailrock Sales & Marketing Director SHORT JOB DESCRIPTION The Real Estate Assistant & Office Administrator will support the Sailrock Sales & Marketing team by leading and directing day to day administrative and office needs. FIT PROFILE The best fit for this position will have/be: • High attention to detail • Excellent written and verbal communication skills as well as a natural ability to interact with people in a friendly and engaging way • Solution oriented, pro-active and driven • Highly organized and able to flex with changing needs of a fast paced office environment • Ability to juggle multiple tasks and projects at once • A positive, can-do attitude and a desire to see the team succeed

SALARY RANGE: • $30,000 yearly

Create unique baked goods based on client specifications. Developing creative customized cakes and baked goods for weddings. Weigh and measures ingredients, using measuring cups and spoons. Mix ingredients to form dough, batter by hand or using electric mixer. Rolls and shapes dough, using rolling pin and cuts dough in uniform portions with knife, divider and cookie cutter. Molds dough in desired shapes, places dough in greased or floured pans, and trims overlapping edges with knife. Mixes and cooks pie fillings, and pours fillings into pie shells and tops filling with meringue or cream. Checks production schedule to determine variety and quantity of goods to bake. Spreads or sprinkles toppings on loaves or specialties and places dough in oven, using long-handled paddle (peel).

Minimum 2-3 years in the specialized field. To work 6 days per week rate $6.66 per hour.

WAITRESS • • • • • • • • •

DAY TO DAY RESPONSIBILITIES • Maintain regular Sailrock Office hours (5 days per week; Tuesday through Saturday from 9am to 5pm) • Become an expert in product offerings, overall plan and strategic vision of Sailrock in order to communicate effectively with clients and other associates • Be the first point of contact for visitors, calls and internet inquiries to the sales office • Secure contact details for visitors and prospects in order to record details and relevant notes in the CRM • Become fully trained and operational in the CRM • Maintain sales activity logs/tracking and provide administrative and office support to the Sales team • Order and Maintain marketing collateral and supplies for multiple Providenciales locations • Maintain an excellent office environment that ensures all visitors receive the best first impression of Sailrock • Work with property manager to coordinate office repairs/issues • Promote Sailrock and engage local community as needed • Maintain on-going relationships with local real estate brokerages – consistently update them on pricing and activity • Assist with coordination of sales tours • Other duties as needed by the Director of Sales & Marketing

Great guests and make them feel comfortable. Waiters and waitresses must be on their feet for long periods of time. Professional and friendly. (Even in tough situations) Team player/ Quick thinking. Effective communication skills with guests and staff. Check-in with guests to ensure that everything is going well. Clear dirty dishes from table. Refill beverages throughout the meal. Ability to lift heavy trays filled with glassware/food.

Minimum 1-2 years in the specialized field. To work 6 days per week rate $6.36 per hour.

ELECTRICIAN • Diagnose and repair electrical problems in commercial and domestic electrical systems, including fault-finding, rewiring, and monitoring. • Assess the parts needed for a job and place orders for those parts. • Conduct routine maintenance and testing on commercial and domestic electrical systems, and ensure installations are to manufacturer standards, including in fire alarms and security systems. • Rewire faulty electrical systems, such as lighting, heating systems, and alarms. • Ensure good quality workmanship which upholds company standards and follows safety requirements. • Work alone to find and present faults and concerns in electrical systems without receiving explicit direction. • Previous Electrical Experience, Lighting, Wiring, Alarm Systems, Fire Prevention Systems, Strong Written and Verbal Communication, Electrical Maintenance, Customer Service Skills, Risk Assessment, Diagnostics, Fault Finding, Organization, Valid Driver's License, Initiative, Responsibility and Safety. Minimum 3-4 years in the specialized field. To work 6 days per week rate $7.76 per hour.

Candidates must have the ability to be on time and present for all scheduled shifts including weekends and Holidays.

Drop off: W104 Venture House, Grace Bay, Providenciales Fax: (312) 376-2056 Email: HumanResources@SouthCaicos.com 15724

THIS AD IS FOR WORK PERMIT HOLDER. EMAIL YOUR RESUME TO TURCREHU02@CLUBMED.COM OR CONTACT: 649-946-5500 HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT. HOWEVER, THE POSITIONS ARE ALL OPEN TO ALL QUALIFIED TURKS & CAICOS ISLANDERS. POTENTIAL TURKS ISLANDERS CANDIDATED MUST SUBMIT A COPY OF THEIR RESUME TO THE TURKS AND CAICOS LABOUR DEPARMENT.

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Please submit applications to Keno Forbes:

Interested Turks and Caicos Islanders must also submit copies of their application to the TCI Labour Board.

• • • • •

PATSY JENNINGS Is seeking to employ a

2 DOMESTIC WORKERS Salary: $250 per week Must be willing to work 5 days per week

CONTACT: 431-1971

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

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PIRATES DEN

Projetech Construction Management & Services Ltd.

Is seeking to employ a

Candidate must be willing to work weekends and holidays. Salary $7/hr. Duties will include cleaning/office maintenance. Position held by work permit holder.

DISHWASHER Salary: $ 6.25 per hour Must be willing to work 6 days a week

This position is currently held by a work permit holder.

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SAVED BY GRACE

SHAN’S KITCHEN

DOMESTIC WORKER

CHEF

Salary: 100 per week

CONTACT DAVE AT 941-3508

CONTACT: 242-5919

ROSHEDA RUSSELL WHEELAND Is seeking to employ a

wishes to recruit a

DOMESTIC WORKER

STEPHENSON WALKIN FIVE CAYS Is seeking to employ

CONTACT: 244-9961 Position held by a work permit holder

or Email- info@projetech.tc

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15816

Salary: $300 per week

CONTACT: 246-5189

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LEEWARD HIGHWAY Is seeking to employ a

Salary: $6.25 per hour Work permit required

CONTACT: 247-8669

Deadline: September 30, 2017

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SKILLS REQUIRED FOR POSITION: • Individual must have previous experience with manufacture, construction, and installation of high end cabinetry. • Must be familiar with operation of all current

woodworking machinery and tools with proper safety practices. • Must be able to read Auto-Cad drawings. • English speaking, bilingual preferred. DUTIES: Manufacture and finish furniture and cabinets, refinishing, and installation. Assist other employees in general millshop operations and maintenance. Must be professional and courteous.

Please send applications to: tcmillwork@tciway.tc contact person: Stephan 231-4537

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

15818

Is seeking to employ a

THE LARGEST READERSHIP IN THE TURKS & CAICOS DOMESTIC WORKER

Store Supervisor QUALIFICATION, DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES • Must have 6+ years of experience in managing retail grocery store • Must possess any degree or diploma in any field • Manage retail staff • Meet financial goals by analyzing variances; initiating corrective actions in preparing an annual budget; formulating pricing policies and scheduling expenditures • Make sure pricing is correct • Work on store displays • Attend trade shows in order to identify new services and products • Recruit, Coach, counsel, discipline and train employees • Evaluate self-on-the-job performance, as well as other staff • Identify market trends that appeal to customers • Ensure products are clean and ready to be

• • • • • • • • • • • • •

Salary: $6.50 per hour Must be willing to work 5 days per week

displayed Approve contracts with store vendors Maintain inventory and ensure items are in stock Analyze financial statements in order to enhance profit making opportunities Ensure promotions are accurate and in tune with company’s standards Utilize computers to record sales figures, for data analysis and forward planning Make sure that health and safety measures are met Monitor local competitors Ensure that hours of operation are in compliance with local laws Maintain health and safety measures and store’s cleanliness Organize and distribute staff schedules Preside over staff meetings Help, drive, motivate, and encourage retail sales staff to achieve sales targets Handle customer complaints, issues and questions.

Belonger preferred Please email your cv to hr@i-grocers.com Salary range based on the qualifications and experience. Please reply by 1st September 2017

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1 DOMESTIC WORKER to work shift days and shift hours. Salary $7.50 per hour. Please send interests to

MARCELLA MALCOLM

Payless Warehouse Ltd seeking for a

Salary: $350 per week

CONTACT: 246-9369

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

15807

BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

Architectural woodworking, Cabinetry and Design South dock road, P.O. box 238. Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands

SKILLS REQUIRED: • 5 years work experience in woodworking, joinery and cabinet making. • Trained to manufacture and finish furniture . Salary at $8.00 per hour

FIVE CAYS Is seeking to employ a

TORTILLAS

TCMILLWORK LTD.

Furniture Carpenter Work permit holder 1 LABOURER 1 FISHERMAN

September 2-8, 2017

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

CONTACT: 242-5315

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

15838

ARNOLD S SIMMONS Is seeking to employ a

CHEF

Salary: $6.50 per hour Must be willing to work 6 days per week

EMAIL: TADDERLEY@ ICLOUD.COM OR CALL (649) 241-4678

CONTACT: 241-2078

MARIE MILLWORK

ALDARRO'S CONSTRUCTION

15727

FIVE CAYS Is seeking to employ

15819

Breezy Brae, Grand Turk is seeking to employ a

4 DOMESTIC WORKERS 5 LABOURERS 1 CARPENTER

Salary: $6.25 per hour

LABOURER

CONTACT: 344-3710

CONTACT TEL: 241-1995/2310431

15835

Salary is $6.25 per hour.

15860

CAICOS TEA COMPANY IS SEEKING

1 CASHIER FOR STORE IN NORTH CAICOS

TILE LAYER Salary: $8.00 per hour

CONTACT: 442-4898

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

15862

SKILLS: • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills • Must be highly organized and detail oriented • Outgoing personality and a people;s person • Must be experienced in providing exceptional

customer service • Must be able to keep track of inventory • Stock shelves • Operate Cash Register • Willing to work 44 hour per week • Clean Police record Salary $1,200.00 per month

Submit application along with photograph to:

Ms, Donna Gardiner Whitby, North Caicos, Tel: 649-331-7620 Email:info@caicosteacompany.com

15872

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TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

THE TUSCANY

GARDNER To work 6 days a week, salary is $6.00 per hour. This position is for work permit renewal

CONTACT 941-4667

WAITRESS LABOURER DOMESTIC WORKER Starting Salary $6.25

Resumes can be faxed to

941-3425/ TEL # 946-4726 and the Labor Department, Providenciales as soon as possible.

15842

ANTHONY FORBES

ALLIED MANAGEMENT SERVICES GRACE BAY

KEW TOWN Is seeking to employ a

is seeking a qualified

alliedmanagement@usa.net deadline September 6th, 2017 15856

BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

DISCOUNT CAR RENTAL BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER DOMESTIC WORKER Salary: $250 per week

CONTACT: 242-7457 15846 GOLD FINGER seeks

Salary: $6.50 per hour Must be willing to work 6 days per week

CONTACT: 332-4482

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

15839

LABOURER Salary: $480 per hour Must be working 3 days per week

interested persons should contact

649-242-2604

15851

GLASS SHACK

Salary: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 343-2012 This position is currently held by a work permit holder

15845

WASTER CHERY THE BIGHT Is seeking to employ a

MECHANIC Salary: $8.00 per hour Must be willing to work 6 days per week

CONTACT: 332-1466

DOMESTIC WORKER

1 CLEANER 1 LABOURER Salary: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 346-5872

15958

CALVIN CLARENCE CHRISTOPHER GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

Salary: $100 per week

LABOURER

CONTACT: 244-9961

CONTACT: 243-0176

Salary: $6.50 per hour

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

DORLINY JACQUES

ELEANOR INGHAM

FIRM FOUNDATION

GENAY’S EQUIPMENT & RENTALS LONG BAY Is seeking to employ a

15849

KEW TOWN Is seeking to employ a

15907

GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER Salary: $6.25 per hour

LABOURER

CONTACT: 347-7217

CONTACT: 348-5455

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

15797

FOR A PRIVATE HOME IN PROVIDENCIALES.

1 LABOURER

Is seeking to employ

CONTACT: 345-8613

DOMESTIC WORKER REQUIRED • Experienced Domestic Worker is needed to work five days a week. • Applicants must speak English, must be fit and able and must have at substantial experience with housekeeping and maintenance of a home. • Salary is $ 150.00 per week. • This advertisement is

VERNARD ALAN HANDFIELD

CARETAKER

IS SEEKING TO EMPLOY A

Technician

To provide technical support within the properties it manages must be willing to work 6 days per week salary $9.00 per hour interested person can email resumes to:

FIVE CAYS Is seeking to employ a

WILSON’S GROCERIES ENT

MAX'S MINI MART

15810

CORIELAN SMITH

ADRIENNE JEAN BAPTISTE-FORBES

WILLIAMS CATERING SERVICES

GRACE BAY Is looking for a

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required for a work permit renewal application for this position. • All suitably qualified TC Islanders are requested to submit resumes/ portfolios to PO Box 560, Regent House West, Regent Village, Grace Bay, Providenciales, TCI or send by fax to 946 4663.

Prospective TC Islander applicants are also free to lodge a copy of their applications with the Labour Board. 15858

Salary: $6.50 per hour

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

15856

LIFE CHANGING VARIETY STORE AIRPORT ROAD Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 344-2909 This position is currently held by a work permit holder

157969

15903

PROVIDENCIALES Is seeking to employ a

15853

TRUCK DRIVER

MUSICIAN Salary: $6.25 per hour

Salary: $10.00 per hour May be required to work on weekends and holidays Only Belongers need to apply

CONTACT: 946-8876

CONTACT: 2314619

MANDY THOMPSON

MENEIDE MARC

15863

Is seeking to employ a

15861

BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER LABOURER Salary: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 243-3443

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

15798

Salary: $6.25 Must be willing to work 6 days per week

CONTACT: 345-5684

15843

36 CLASSIFIEDS ALL SAINTS BAPTIST CHURCH INC. THE BIGHT Is seeking to employ a

CLIMAX SPORTS BAR AND RESTAURANT AIRPORT ROAD Is seeking to employ

Salary: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 241-5942 This position is currently held by a work permit holder

D.O.M DESIGN Is seeking to employ a

DACESE A. HARRIS BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

CARETAKER

MUSICIAN

15926

BARMAIDS LABOURER Salary: $150-200 based on experience

CONTACT: 244-0848

15917

Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 241-1242

15890

ENVIRONMENTAL ARTS IRRIGATION LTD. GRACE BAY, PROVIDENCIALES

IRRIGATION SUPERVISOR

Applicants must possess a minimum of 5 years experience, with knowledge of plants/ chemicals and fertilizer sprays, be able to work with minimum supervision. Applicant must be knowledgeable in residential, commercial, resort irrigation system installation including working with pump systems and irrigation controllers programming. Must have experience in the preparation and application of chemicals as

well as treatment of weeds. Must be proficient in computer, can do minimal computer troubleshooting and knowledgeable in QuickBooks for Point of Sale Transaction and Inventory Software. Applicants must be willing to work outdoors with irregular hours. Starting salary is $2,500 per month may include weekends and holidays.

Interested applicants including Islanders/ Belonger can bring all applications to Environmental Arts located at 365 Beechwood Road, Grace Bay, Providenciales or email to: mary@environmentalarts.tc. Successful applicants will be notified by phone for interview. This position is currently held by work permit holders.

15887

CIVIL & SRUCTURAL ENGINEERING LTD.

Must be Honest, Reliable and willing to work Salary: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 348-7509

THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT MUST POSSESS:

Membership of the Institution of Structural Engineers BSc in Civil/Structural Engineering 10 years post qualification work experience Computer literate with experience in Word, Excel, Autocad, ESA Prima Win, Tedds and STAAD Pro

DUTIES WILL INCLUDE AND CANDIDATES SHOULD HAVE EXPERIENCE IN:

• Structural design calculations and drawing work • Structural surveys • Overseeing a design team Salary will be $45,000.00 per annum

The suitable candidate will be able to work under their own initiative, and be able to see through Design Projects from conceptional design to final drawing works. This position is available immediately and closing date for application is 11th September 2017.

Qualified Turks & Caicos Islander Preferred. Apply in writing to Civil & Structural Engineering Ltd. Limited P.O. Box 158, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands Contact: Chris Conway on cse@tciway.tc Or fax to Labour Office, Providenciales on 649-946-7184 15912

AIRPORT ROAD Is seeking to employ a

GENERAL CLEANER Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 232-5420

DREAD MAID SERVICES IS IN NEED OF 1

BUTLER TO WORK IN PROVIDENCIALRS 5 DAYS A WEEK SALARY $1100.00 PER MONTH PLEASE CONTACT KEVIN ARIZA AT

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

TELEPHONE NO, 649 432 275015885

FINAL POINT CONSTRUCTION

FIRST CHOICE RENTAL CAR

GLORIA’S CANDY KITCHEN

15995

KEW TOWN Is seeking to employ

1 MASON 1 CARPENTER Salary: $400 per week

CONTACT: 232-3007

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

GREEN’S HANDYMAN PLUS CONSTRUCTION Is seeking to employ a

15909

BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ

2 MECHANICS Salary: $8.00 perf hour

CONTACT: 242-7796

15917

KEW TOWN Is seeking to employ a

CLEANER Salary: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 345-0349

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

15906

HENN HOLDINGS LTD./ SHAY CAFE LOUNGE Looking for

ASSISTANT COOK

CSE LIMITED Seeks

A CHARTERED STRUCTURAL ENGINEER

DAVIS CONSTRUCTION

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

P.O. BOX 158, PROVIDENCIALES, TURKS & CAICOS ISLANDS, BWI. TEL: (649) 946-4670. EMAIL: cse@tciway.tc

• • • •

September 2-8, 2017

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DOMESTIC WORKER Salary: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 347-5072 for further details regarding employment

• Must have experience & good communication skills • Must be flexible and willing to work early mornings, weekends and holidays. • Salary based on experience.

Please forward resume to: Hennholdings@gmail.com 15904

15893

ENVIRONMENTAL ARTS GRACE BAY, PROVIDENCIALES

GARDENERS/ LABOURERS NEEDED

Applicants must be able to work outdoors performing manual and physical labor. They must be able to operate a jackhammer. Lawn mower and chainsaw. They will be asked to dig holes, mix and spread topsoil/ cow manure and plant. They must be able to speak and communicate in English. Starting salary is $6.25 per hour and may be required to work on weekends and holidays if needed. Interested applicants including Islanders/Belonger can bring all applications to Environmental Arts located #65 Beechwood Road, Grace Bay, Providenciales or email to: mary@environmentalarts.tc. Successful applicants will be notified by phone for interview. This position is currently held by a work permit holder

15886

September 2-8, 2017

HOLY FAMILY ACADEMY ROMAN CATHOLIC SCHOOL is accepting applications for the position of

ISLAND CLUB TURKS GRACE BAY Is seeking to employ an

ROMAN CATHOLIC RELIGION AND SUBJECT AREA TEACHERS Requirements: • The employer requires the employee to be a Missionary Roman Catholic Teacher • The employer requires the employee to be a fully initiated Roman Catholic in good standing • The employee is required to have documented experience in the area of teaching the Roman Catholic Religion • The employee must have full knowledge

of the United States National Curriculum Standards • Education and Experience: • Associate or Bachelor’s Degree holders will be considered • Salary Package: • $800 per month for twelve months, paid as a compensation package This is for work permit renewal

For more information and resume submission contact: Fr. Orlando Gonzales, Phone: 649-941-5136, email: holyfamilytci@gmail.com

JOHN GRAY

NORTH CAICOS Is seeking to employ a

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JOSEPH MORLEY Is seeking to employ a

15891

JUDITH EDOUARD DEAN Is seeking to employ a

WANTED

CARETAKER ASSISTANT MANAGER

Salary: $7.25 per hour Must be willing to work 3040 hours per week

must be willing to work weekends and bank holidays. Salary $7.00 per hour

CONTACT: 246 1894.

Email Resumes ONLY to dcamarro@hotmail.com

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

LOUSE FASHION VARIETY STORE

LUXE GROUP OF COMPANIES/TORTILLA Is seeking to employ

15911

FIVE CAYS Is seeking to employ a

15895

2 DOMESTIC HELPERS

JEROME BROWN BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

MASON Salary: $10.00 per hour

CONTACT: 242-3858

15881

MERLINE VARIETY STORE FIVE CAYS Is seeking to employ a

$6.50 per hour

2 LABOURERS

LABOURER

Salary: $200 per hour

Applicant must be honest reliable and hard working Salary: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 243-6060

CONTACT: 344-2581

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

JOHN GRAY

ALTAGRACIA RESTAURANT & CAFÉ LEEWARD HIGHWAY Is seeking to employ a

15892

NORTH CAICOS Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER Salary: $200 per hour

CONTACT: 243-6060

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

15899

15925

KITCHEN HELPER Salary: $6.25 per hour Must be willing to work 6 days per week

CONTACT: 345-5305

15928

LABOURER

DOMESTIC WORKER

Salary: 6.50 per hour

Salary: $100 per week Must be willing to work 3 days per week

CONTACT: 342-6745

CONTACT: 341-9961

15920

15901

$7.00 per hour

2 MAINTENANCE MEN $7.00 per hour

2 CARPENTERS $8.00 per hour

CONTACT: 346-3488

Positions are currently held by work permit holders

15894

HOUSEKEEPER Salary: $6.50 per hour Must be willing to work 3 days per week

CONTACT: 341-5919

15898

NOTICE CLIMAX SPORTS BAR AND RESTAURANT LOCATION: DOWNTOWN PLAZA #12 AIRPORT ROAD (OLD CAMEO) IS REQUESTING A LIQUOR LICENSE. ANY OBJECTIONS CONTACT AUTHORITY

15918

LABOURER

The National Health Insurance Board wishes to inform the public of the Up-coming registration drive and Update to contact information. We want to encourage all persons that are eligible to register with the National Health Insurance Plan and have not done so to come out to one of the various locations where we will be stationed and become registered and update your contact information. Also, the public should be reminded that during the registration process, we will only accept original documents; work permit holders whose work permits are in for renewal we will only accept the original receipt along with a cover letter from your employer stating the same.

Registration Drive/Contact Info Updating

North Caicos - August 29th – 30th, 2017 (DC OFFICE) South Caicos – September 20th, 2017 (KISA SERVICES PARKING LOT) Grand Turk – September 21st, 2017 (NHIP OFFICE PARKING LOT) Providenciales - September 26th – 28th, 2017(Leeward Highway IGA, IGA SMART)

• General Labor • Able to work with little or no supervision, be physically fit, dependable and hard working. • Must be self motivated and able to understand, write and speak English fluently. All experienced and interested individuals can send inquiries to:

Norstar Group Ltd. Courtyard Plaza Unit 2C Leeward Highway, Providenciales Turks & Caicos Islands. Tel: 649-941-3500/3600

Registration Drive

eFinancial Services Access (Online) Voluntary Contributors, Unemployed, Self-Employed, Student Visa Recipients all are invited to a session on Calculator Submission on September 15th at 11:00 a.m. Blue Haven Conference Room 15908

15924

38 CLASSIFIEDS

September 2-8, 2017

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OCEAN CLUB MANAGEMENT

PARADISE ARTS, SALTMILLS

HOUSKEEPING SUPERVISOR ROOM ATTENDANT (4 POSITIONS) POOL & BEACH ATTENDANT FRONT DESK ATTENDANT (2 POSITIONS)

JEWELRY ARTIST NEEDED

PAULA VIRGIL STUBBS

Grace Bay, Providenciales

is looking for qualified applicants for the following positions:

LONG BAY Is seeking to employ a

NEW POSITION

All applications are welcome, but preference will be given to qualified Turks and Caicos Islanders and those persons who have the right to work in the TCI without a work permit. Please drop off resumes at Ocean Club to the attention of the Human Resource Manager, or via email to diane@oceanclubresorts.com Only those receiving an interview will be contacted after September 15, 2017. 15886

GRACE BAY, PROVIDENCIALES

Applicants must possess a minimum of twenty years experience in floral design with proper certifications. Must have extensive knowledge on different flowers, foliage and potted plants. Must be able to know the names, seasonal availability and how long the plants will stay fresh. Must be up-to-date on the current fashions and styles in floral design while at the same time understand the traditions of using certain flowers for weddings, funerals and other occasions. Applicants must have a comprehensive knowledge of QuickBooks Enterprise, have an outgoing personality and enjoy working with the public. applicants must be willing to work outdoors for set-ups and weddings with irregular hours in doing so. Starting salary $1,250 per month.

Interested applicants including Islanders/ Belonger can bring all applications to EA Services Ltd. Located at #65 Beechwood Road, Grace Bay, Providenciales or email to: mary@environmentalarts.tc. Successful applicants will be notified by phone for interview. This position is currently held by work permit holder. 15884

CONTACT: 241-2489

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

RASHENA FORBES

SAMUEL STUBBS

GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

is seeking to employ the following individual:

FLORAL DESIGNER

Salary: $150 per week Salary: 3 days per week

Prospective Islanders can send copies of their applications to the Work Permit Board 649-431-3014 paradiseartsgallery@hotmail.com

PEOPLE’S CHOICE SUPER STORE

SERVICES BY EA

DOMESTIC WORKER

15902

KEW TOWN Is seeking to employ a

CASHIER To work in local convenient store as a cashing agent. Applicant must be able to speak English, Creole and Spanish and work abnormal hours.

Please send interests to email: tadderley@ icloud.com or call (649) 241-4678. Salary $8.00 per hour. 15916

CLEANER LABOURER Salary: $6.25 per hour Must be willing to work 6 days per week

CONTACT: 231-1061

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

15910

Salary: $6.25 per hour Must be willing to work 5 days per week

CONTACT: 241-0524 This position is currently

held by a work permit holder

15900

SERVICES BY EA

GRACE BAY, PROVIDENCIALES

FINANCE MANAGER Professional Qualification requirements:

• ACA, CIMA, CPA, ACCA • 5 years post qualified Job responsibilities: • Preparation of month financial statements for multiple businesses – P & L, Balance Sheet and Cash flow • Inter-company accounting and reconciliations • Bank and credit card reconciliations • Cash management • Weekly and monthly operational analysis • Variance analysis • Management of financial staff • Review and set up new processes as required • Provide financial support for all aspects of business • Manage relationships across internal and external stakeholders

• Responsible for establishing complete maintenance program for all electronic Commercial Laundry, Dry Cleaning and affiliated equipment such as boilers, compressors, hydraulic pumps etc. • Minimum 10 years experience mechanical and electrical maintenance. • 5 years Supervisory experience. • University Certificate required.

• Available to manage different work shifts as required, including nights. • Must be fluent in English. • Must have exceptional computer and diagnostic skills. • Must be self motivated, hard working and reliable. • Pay rate: $13.50/hour.

Email resumes to info@pioneertci.com or call 432.1797. Please fax copy to TCI Labour Office: 649-946-4164

15921

NEEDED

PRIMARY SCHOOL TEACHERS

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• • • • •

MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR

Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times Work across a wide range of business areas Good time management ability to prioritize effectively Excellent communication skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team

SALARY:

• Commensurate with experience

Interested applicants including Islanders/ Belongers can bring all applications to EA Services Ltd. Located at #65 Beechwood Road, Grace Bay, Providenciales or e-mail to: mary@environmentalarts. tc. Successful applicants will be notified by phone for interview. This position is currently held by a work permit holder 15889

• (Grades 1 and 3) with a minimum of ten years teaching experience at the primary level and have an unconditional love for children. • Must be university trained in Primary Education and a specialist area with at least a Bachelor's degree • Must be able to diagnose various learning styles, implement lessons accordingly,

utilize multiple intelligence strategy and create IEPs. • Suitable candidate must demonstrate the ability to work on their own initiative and also as a team player. Candidate must demonstrate best practices and utilize an integrated approach to learning. • Please provide 3 recent references (one must be from the last taught).

Kindly apply in writing with an updated resume to: The Principal - Providence International Academy TCI Eden Lane, Leeward Highway, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos BWI. 6492435616

15883

September 2-8, 2017 SNR BEAUTY & BARBER VARIETY FIVE CAYS Is seeking to employ a

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

PORT ENGINEER

STANCH CONSTRUCTION

COOPER JACK BAY ROAD IS LOOKING TO FILL THE FOLLOWING POSITIONS

HAIRBRAIDER PAINTERS Salary: $150 per week Must be willing to work 5 days per week

CONTACT: 346-4624

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

15914

TCI PROFESSIONAL/ COLIN C. CLARE LEEWARD HIGHWAY Is seeking to employ a

$8.00 PER HOUR

LABOURERS $7.00 PER HOUR CONTACT: 231-6089

15915

TORTILLAS

BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER COOK Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 348-9045

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

15913

S&B CONSTRUCTION GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

Salary: $6.50 per hour Must be willing to work 6 days per week

CONTACT: 241-2078

15819

SUPER CUTS BARBER SHOP PROVIDENCIALES

Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER Salary: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 231-6432

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

15854

DON LEROY HARVEY FIVE CAYS Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER Salary: $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 246-0266 Position is currently held by a work permit holder

15865

BARBER

Salary: $6.25 per hour Only Belongers need to apply

CONTACT: 946-8876

15860

ELVERA ‘NELL” WILLIAMS Is seeking to employ a

GARDENER Salary: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 231-0051 Position is held by a work permit holder

15870

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REPORTING OFFICER: DIRECTOR OF PORTS SALARY GRADE: 5 SUPERVISES: N/A

The Ports Authority of the Turks and Caicos Islands is seeking an outstanding professional for the role of Port Engineer to take up post in the Providenciales Office. GENERAL PURPOSE:

The Port Engineer will manage all aspects of marine engineering activity undertaken in the TCI Ports Authority multi-port system. The Port Engineer will be responsible for managing resources for engineering operations, including manpower requirements and maintaining port equipment to the required specifications. The Port Engineer will also ensure that any engineering assets are effectively registered, and a working Health and Safety strategy is developed for engineering operations in the port environment. The Port Engineer will report directly to the Director of Ports regarding all Engineering, Vessel Inspections, Maritime and other Port State Controls Measures. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES • The Port Engineer is responsible for ensuring that all equipment and the Port’s marine assets are maintained and repaired. • Ensures the safe operation of all marine vessels within the legal requirements of the TCI Ports Authority Ordinance and the International Ship Port Facility Security Code (ISPS). • Perform monitoring activities to ensure that ships comply with international regulations and standards for life saving equipment and pollution controls. • Develop preventative maintenance plans for all Port navigational aids and Lighthouse device servicing, also updating published navigation charts. • Ensure proper Port State Controls inspections for Foreign Vessels visiting the TCI Ports Authority Port Facilities. • Develop quayside and port services safety policies to ensure best practices with regards to accidents and damages. • Responsible for all timely submissions of port engineering reports and project assessment data. • Estimating of budgets /cost for port terminal mechanical/electrical projects. • Responsible for Port terminal land use plan, terminal supervision and container management system. • Submissions to capex expenditure for new fiscal year budget preparations for Port engineering maintenance. • Recognize performance and cost control measures to achieve operational objectives with regards to port terminal profit outputs. • Monitor regulatory mandates and requirements for Cruise Port Terminal. • Establish and implement Port Traffic Management Plan. • Design and implement Port Led Lighting System to provide complete luminous coverage for Dock/ Wharf and all Port entry and exit points.

• Compile and submit logistical and statistical reporting in regards to cargo handling procedures, equipment and risk management. • Oversee proper certification and verification of stevedoring machinery and equipment. • Provide training for associated engineering team members to develop and enhanced individual and group performance. • Develop marine oil spill prevention, controls and countermeasures training plans. REQUIREMENTS • Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Ship Maintenance Software • Oversee the safe and economic operation of an assigned group of vessels and cost-effectively managing the assigned vessels. • Manage day-to-day vessel-related problems including operational, technical support, safety areas, providing supervision, and handling crewrelated issues. • Manage daily operations according to the Safety and Quality Management System. • Work with assigned vessel personnel to ensure they operate according to the policies, procedures, and performance standards of the TCI Ports Authority. • Exhibit strong leadership skill/qualities to effectively lead engineering personnel in optimizing productivity, port compliance and port technical goals. • Be flexible and adaptable to change within the dynamic maritime industry. • Member of the Incident Response Team (IRT) for any vessel casualty assigned. • Conduct accident or near-miss investigations. • 25-40% travel QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE • Possession of High school diploma • Marine Engineering degree from a university, Maritime college, or Technical Institute • Six (6) years’ minimum experience in the Maritime Port environment • Knowledge of Marine Oil Transportation • First Aid – CPR training or Certification • Must possess clean police record • Six Sigma trained or certified Salary: $68,500 per annum

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Interested persons should submit their resume, along with their contact information, cover letter, two (2) references (one preferably from a former employer), copies of educational certificates, a current police certificate and a copy of the passport photo page.

APPLICATIONS SHOULD BE ADDRESSED TO:

Director of Ports, Ports Authority of the Turks and Caicos Islands and emailed to jobs@ports.tc. Candidates are asked to submit documentation on or before the deadline date. Deadline: Friday 8th September, 2017. We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those persons selected for an interview will be contacted. 15896

40 CLASSIFIEDS ADAMS HAIRBRAIDING SALON BIBLE STREET, BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

CLEANER Salary: $100 per week

ANTONIO GAMEL CLARE GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

CONTACT: 343-4420

CONTACT: 245-4020

Salary: $6.50 per hour

ERIKA MEP SERVICES

JOSEPH MORLEY

15944

Is seeking to employ a

LABOURERS

to work on construction sites. For chores such as: • Jack Hammering • Trenching • Laying conduits in open trenches • General construction site works. Salary: $6.50 per hour

MASON

Interested individuals should submit their applications to polkadotz@yahoo.com Or call Erika at 649-241-0101

CONTACT: 244-2541

15957

GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

A small Electrical Construction Company needs

BETTY LOUISE HIGGS

DOMESTIC WORKER

CONTACT: 342-3525

15946

September 2-8, 2017

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

Salary: $400.00 per week

15964

Salary: $6.50 per hour

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

15940

WARDS CONSULTANCY

Acting on behalf of our clients Villa Del Mar, Queen of the Sea, Noel Abougoush, Faces and Fingers, Complete Construction and Pansy’s Kitchen.

POOL ATTENDANT $ 8.50 per hour COO $400 per week MASSEUSE $3000 per month LABOURER $7.00 per hour CARPENTER $15.00 per hour DOMESTIC WORKER $6.50 per hour DOMESTIC WORKER $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 345-7212

15965

TCMILLWORK LTD.

Architectural woodworking, Cabinetry and Design South dock road, P.O. box 238. Providenciales. Turks & Caicos Islands

Machinery Technician

Position: Laborer

SKILLS REQUIRED: • 5 years work experience in maintaining, adjusting, tuning and repairing woodworking machinery. Such as 5 heads molder machine, hydraulic press, planner, shaper, thickness sander, etc. • Trained to fit this position. Salary at $8.00 per hour Position:

SKILLS REQUIRED: • 5 years work experience in helping in the department of finishing, woodworking, joinery and cabinet making. Salary at $8.00 per hour

Lathe operator/Cabinet maker SKILLS REQUIRED: • 5 years work experience in woodworking, joinery and cabinet making. • Trained to operate lathe machine. Salary at $8.00 per hour

BUTLER SERVICE MANAGER Qualifications and experience A self-motivated, highly service orientated individual who uses own initiative. The candidate must have a good command of English, excellent communication skills and be prepared to work long hours, week-ends and holidays. Candidate is expected to be hardworking, trustworthy and a team player. Summary of duties and responsibilities • The leadership and administration of the butler staff. Experience in a managerial position is essential. • Assist in other areas as deemed necessary. • Oversee housekeeping efforts of the butler team • Serving food and drinks and assisting the chef, therefore a background in F&B is essential. • A knowledge and understanding of utility meters, & simple pool maintenance is an advantage since this position reports to the property manager for such issues. • Must be computer literate in order to present guest charges to villa manager. • A willingness to perform a variety of functions that may not be listed above in order to enhance guest’s stay. • Running errands on behalf of the Resort Manager, as well as guests/owners therefore a clean driver license is essential. • Must have at least 2 years management experience The successful candidate must also be willing to work flexible hours, including weekends, public holidays etc. This position reports directly to the Resort Manager Remuneration: - $3,000.00 a month. This AD is for a work permit. However, this position is open to all qualified Turks & Caicos Islanders. Potential Turks and Caicos Islands candidates should also submit copies of their application to the Labor Board.

DUTIES: Keep machinery in operable condition. Assist other employees in general millshop operations and maintenance. Must be professional and courteous.

Please send applications to: tcmillwork@tciway.tc contact person: Stephan 231-4537

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TCI PROFESSIONAL BUSINESS SERVICES Acting on behalf of our clients who are seeking the following:

KERVIN CONSTRUCTION – GLASS SHACK Labourer $6.50 per hour JEREMIE DEMESVA – BLUE HILLS Labourer $6.50 per hour

A luxury Resort property is looking to fill the following positions.

SKILLS REQUIRED FOR POSITION: • Individual must have previous experience with manufacture, construction, and installation of high end cabinetry. • Must be familiar with operation of all current woodworking machinery and tools with proper safety practices. • Must be able to read Auto-Cad drawings. • English speaking, bilingual preferred.

ISLAND STEEL FABRICATORS – SOUTH DOCK Labourer $6.50 per hour STEN CLARKE – FIVE CAYS Labourer $6.50 per hour HAIRTASTIC BEAUTY – BLUE HILLS Labourer $6.50 per hour DENISE SMITH – BLUE HILLS Domestic Worker $6.25 per hour HIGHER LEVEL CONSTRUCTION – BLUE HILLS Plumber $10 per hour ISLAND CLOTHING – BLUE HILLS Domestic Worker $6.50 per hour MONIQUE LOUIS – KEW TOWN Labourer $6.50 per hour TERRENCE TAYLOR – SOUTH DOCK Labourer $6.50 per hour

HUDSON STEPHEN JENNINGS – BLUE HILLS MILLENNIUM HIGHWAY Labourer $6.50 per hour NATHALIE MOHAMMED – BLUE HILLS Labourer $6.50 per hour NEVARDE SMITH – BLUE HILLS Labourer $6.50 per hour Lucas Construction Unlimited-Kew Town Labourer $6.50 per hour CLAUDE CONSTRUCTION – BLUE HILLS Labourer $6.50 per hour IMPRESSION BEAUTY SALON – KEW TOWN Labourer $6.50 per hour EMMANUEL BELIZAIRE - FIVE CAYS Labourer $6.50 per hour ODIANA BAUVOIR – BLUE HILLS Labourer $6.50 per hour ADAMS HAIR BRAIDING SALON - BIBLE STREET, BLUE HILLS Domestic Worker $6.50 per hour

BERRY FASHION SHOP – AIRPORT ROAD Labourer $6.50 per hour

PORT ATLANTIC CONSTRUCTION – FIVE CAYS Painter $10 per hour

BLAZE CONSTRUCTION – JUBA SOUND Labourer $6.50 per hour

RONIA DORMEUS PIERRE – KEW TOWN

Babysitter $6.25 per hour ISLAND PRO FINISH – LEEWARD HIGHWAY Labourer $6.50 per hour BENSON EDWARD RIGBY – FIVE CAYS Domestic Worker $6.25 per hour TAYLOR’S VARIETY STORE – LEEWARD PALMS Labourer $6.50 per hour SYGNAL MCNEAL PARKER – BLUE HILLS Labourer $6.50 per hour MARIE JOSEPH & OLEM SEIDE Labourer $6.50 per hour WILLIAM LESLIE MILES – LONG BAY Labourer $6.50 per hour DONNY C. NAVIL – FIVE CAYS Labourer $6.50 per hour LATISHA & SHERLICIA SHOP Domestic Worker $6.25 per hour R&C VARIETY STORE – FIVE CAYS Labourer $6.25 per hour ALCES SINOUS-FIVE CAYS Truck Driver $6.50 per hour SAMANTHA CHARLESLOWER BIGHT Domestic Worker $6.25 per hour

CONTACT: 241-7878

Please apply in writing to Human Resources, Beach Enclave, G202 Regent Village, Providenciales, email: jasmine@ beachenclave.com, 1 649 941 8887. 15961

THESE POSITIONS ARE CURRENTLY HELD BY WORK PERMIT HOLDERS

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C&J CONSULTANCY

CAVELL WILLIAMS JUBA SOUND Is seeking to employ a

SHA Construction, ERB Construction, C&J Variety Store, Edmee’s Clothing Store, The Chicken Shack

CARLANDE ENTERPRISES BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

CECILIA’S CLEANING SERVICE BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ a

DOMINIQUE HAIR CENTER

DONOVAN FULFORD

AIRPORT ROAD IS SEEKING TO EMPLOY

GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

CARPENTER $8-10 per hour

PLUMBER

$7-10 per hour

MASON

$8-10 per hour

KITCHEN HELPER $6.25 per hour

SALES PERSON

$6.25 per hour DOMESTIC WORKER $6.25 per hour

Held by work permit holders

BABYSITTER Salary: $6.25 per hour Must be willing to work 5 days per week

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

ER CLEANING SERVICES

JA’SAM CONSTRUCTION

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Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER Salary: $7.00 per hour Must be willing to work Monday, Wednesday and Saturday

CONTACT: 333-1246

15953

CONTACT: 345-6999

CONTACT: 946-5123 OR 247-8669

JEAN CLAUDETTE MALCOLM

MARIE THERESA DEVIL PIERRE

MOLIANE DORLAINS RICHARD

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Salary: $10.00 per hour

CONTACT: 231-1440

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GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER Salary: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 232-0023

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

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PROGRAM AND EVENT COORDINATOR accounting and budgeting • Excellent verbal and written communication, organizational and decision making skills • Excellent multi-tasking and problem solving ability • Strong local knowledge and the ability to promote Turks and Caicos as a destination to foreign markets • Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with program management staff, team members, vendors and guests • Ability to present facts and recommendations effectively, ability to accept constructive criticism from clients, adherence to company policies • Effective networking and identification of new sales opportunities and clients • A strong work ethic and flexibility to adapt to a variety of business and social situations. • Full working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, QuickBooks. Knowledge of Web design, blogging and marketing through social media essential. Mac system knowledge also an advantage • Full understanding and ability to work within EVED platform, including E360 • Flexibility, with long working hours, evenings, weekends and public holidays. Required hours vary daily depending on season • Physical endurance as most events take place outdoors.

BLUE HILLS IS SEEKING TO EMPLOY A

LABOURER SALARY: $250 PER WEEK

CONTACT: 344-9938 THIS POSITION IS CURRENTLY HELD BY A WORK PERMIT HOLDER

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GRAND TURK

Is seeking to employ a

DOMESTIC WORKER Salary: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 346-2532

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

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Salary: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 332-1656

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

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NINJA CONSTRUCTION LEEWARD PALMS IS SEEKING TO EMPLOY A

HEAVY EQUIPMENT MECHANIC SALARY: $7.50 PER HOUR

CONTACT: 231-0538

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BOAT MECHANIC/ CAPTAIN Responsible for carrying out the daily duties of a Marie Mechanical Technician, including but not limited to the troubleshooting, repair and maintenance of marine diesel and gasoline engines, transmissions, drive train and related electronical equipment. Knowledge of maintenance and upkeep of small-med. sized vessels. Yamaha engine experience required. Computer knowledge. Boat Captain as needed for staff, freight and guest transportation, captain’s license required. These are vacant positions; not work permit renewals. preference will be given to Turks Islanders. Pleas apply by sending all applications by email to manager@meridianclub.com

Please forward resume, passport photo and references to: nila@niladestinations.com Only qualified candidates will be contacted.

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DOMESTIC WORKER

MERIDIAN CLUB

Destination Management Company is looking for a highly professional, self motivated person with proven program management and event coordination skills.

SKILL REQUIREMENTS AND EXPERIENCE • Minimum of 5 years experience in event planning and program coordination essential • Proven knowledge of event logistics,

SALARY: $6.25 PER HOUR

This position is currently held by a permit holder

WELDER/IRON WORKER PROPERTY CARETAKER/ SITE CONTRACTOR STEEL METAL WORKER

RESPONSIBILITIES • Creating innovative estimates, programs and events for groups from 2 to 170 attendees showcasing the islands, while staying within allotted budget and meeting clients needs • Maintaining strong working relationships with local vendors and resorts • Negotiating contracts with hotels and service providers. Keeping up to date database of providers and services • Developing and maintaining strong working relationships with overseas clients, attending industry trade shows and meetings in the US when necessary • Developing and confidently delivering oral presentations to potential and current clients, both small and large groups • Managing of operational and fiscal activities including: agendas, budgets, pre and postevent evaluations, review and payment of event bills, maintenance of records of event aspects and financial details • Marketing through design of websites and social media promotion

Salary: $600 per month

2 NAIL TECHNICIANS 1 RECEIVING/ PURCHASING CLERK

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

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BLUE HILLS Is seeking to employ

CONTACT: 346-2129

Salary: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 244-3089

Contact: darling86@hotmail.com

LABOURER

DOMESTIC WORKER

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42 CLASSIFIEDS RETREAT FITNESS AND YOGA Is seeking to employ a

CLEANER Salary: $6.25 per hour Must be willing to work 6 days per week

CONTACT: 431-7039

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SALOMON ALTIDOR GRAND TURK Is seeking to employ a

LABOURER Salary: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT: 231-6432

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

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TCI AGENCY SERVICES

TEN & SANCHEZ Is seeking to employ a

Acting on behalf of our clients

WELLNESS SPA

Massage Therapist- Mobile Specialize in tear drop massage Salary: $6.25 plus commission Held by work permit holder

Cleaner Salary: $6.25 per hour Held by work permit holder

DOM DESIGN

CARPENTER Salary: $400 per week

ABILO PIERRE

Qualified telephone Technicians Salary: $8.00 per hour

Domestic Worker Salary: $6.50 per hour

Contact: 241-5678 for more information

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(1) RESPONSIBLE DRIVER • Must be willing to work 6 days a week and work holidays and weekends. • To collect payments and complete logs and reports • Proven work experience as a driver

FIVE CAYS Is seeking to employ a

SUPER CLEANING SERVICES

Sales Person Salary: $6.50 per hour

VALUE TECH SOLUTIONS

WILSON’S GROCERIES ENT.

CONTACT: 232-4442

This position is currently held by a work permit holder

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DOMESTIC WORKER Salary: $6.50 per hour

CONTACT 346-5872

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TITAN BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT SERVICES Seeks for the upcoming season a business development consultant to revitalize and remorph an established business on Salt Cay. This is a short term assignment of 6 months. Candidate should ideally have knowledge of international cuisine, such as Italian, French, Chinese, Indian. In addition, knowledge of sushi preparation, raw food and health conscious cooking is essential. MANAGEMENT REQUIREMENTS (MIN 5 YRS EXPERIENCE) CONSIST OF: • Renewal and creation of new sales. • Redefining internal and external communications. • Create new supplier database. • Instigate company processes to save money both short and long term. • Reduce costs of supplies. • Create close relationships with local agents and suppliers. • Creation of a belonger training programme in the fields of scuba diving, • health food preparation and international cuisine. Qualifications: A Padi Advanced Certification, Power Boat 2 handling license, Certified to Level 2 and 3 food and hygiene. Knowledge of foreign languages is desirable. Salary: Commensurate with training and experience. Starting Date: Negotiatiable.

REQUIREMENTS A valid TCI Driver’s License and good driving record

Interested Applicant’s please apply with full CV and copy of driver’s license to jobsinformation.tci@gmail.com

Resumes to be sent to: Titan Businesses Development Services, Attn: HR Dept. P.O. Box 202, Grand Turk or tdb@ titanservices.biz Note: Please respond no later than 11 September 2017.

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QUALITY FOOD SERVICES / QUALITY FOOD WORLD

Assistant Store Manager

Warehouse and Fleet Supervisor

78 Industrial Road, 5 Cays Are now interviewing for the following position:

• Must have prior experience managing more than 50 employees in a fast paced environment. • Must be able to lift 50 pounds or more. • Must have past experience and be willing and able perform the following tasks, stocking shelves, cleaning, operating a cash register, assisting customers, performing accounting functions, working within extreme temperature conditions both very cold and very hot environments. • Must be willing and able to work extended periods of time in a FREEZER ENVIRONMENT. • Must be willing and available to work extended hours, including all and/or any holidays, nights and weekends. The majority of the work schedule will consist of evening and weekend and holiday hours as this is when our business is servicing the most amount of customers. • Must be able to stand the majority of the day under normal working conditions. • Must have extended purchasing experience both locally and overseas. • Must be proficient in: Microsoft Excel, Word. • Must have the ability and past experience of maintaining and encoding a POS System, including Quick Books Program. Please apply within @ Quality Food Service, 78 Industrial Road, 5 Cays or contact 941-7939 for more information. Only Belongers or PRC Holders need apply.

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• Must have prior experience managing multiple employees in a fast paced environment. • Must have Food Service Experience communicating with Chefs and Purchasing Departments. • Must be willing and able to work extended periods of time in a FREEZER ENVIRONMENT. • Must be have experience as a Prior Butcher and have the capability to train new Butchers as well as supervising the current Butcher Staff. • Must have experience in operations of a BIRO 3334, Hill Phoenix Freezer and other necessary operating equipment within the Butcher Room. • Must have experience, preferably a certification for operating a Fork Lift and Electric Jack. • Must have prior experience in basic maintenance and repair for these items as well. • Must have experience managing a company vehicle fleet of at least 7 vehicles and respectively be able to mechanically (within season) maintain that fleet. • Must be willing and available to work extended hours, including all and/or any holidays, nights and weekends. • Must have the ability and past experience of maintaining and encoding a POS System, including Quick Books Program. Please apply within @ Quality Food Service, 78 Industrial Road, 5 Cays or contact 941-7939 for more information. Only Belongers or PRC Holders need apply.

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IT AND GENERAL MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN Required one IT and General Maintenance Technician for a large vacation home and part time rental villa located on Providenciales. Main responsibilities will include maintenance of the various electronic systems of the property and upkeep and caretaking of the property. THE APPLICANT MUST: • be able to carry out general maintenance around the property. • have Superior communication (oral and written), customer service and interpersonal skills. • Outstanding analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting ability. • Must have valid driver’s licence and be able to drive 2-wheel and 4-wheel vehicle .• Will be required to live at the property in service quarters and to make themself available for assistance of the employer and family or rental guests on short

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QUALITY FOOD SERVICES 78 Industrial Road, 5 Cays Are now interviewing for the following position:

Frozen Food Service Order Picker

notice, day or night • Be able to drive and escort guests of the villa to different locations • run errands related to the up keep and functioning of the property • Inspect plumbing for leaks, clean aerators on faucets • Clear dead plants/shrubs from the house. • Treatment of sinks, floors and tiles with disinfectants • Ability to multi-task and prioritize effectively. • Both independent and team worker, as required. • MS Office proficiency and trackingsoftware familiarity. • Poised and patient when dealing with clients. • must have advanced IT skills in order to maintain and repair various automated systems at the property • Must be willing work weekends and public holidays.

All interested candidates must submit their resume to Twa Marcelin Wolf P.O. Box 209 by September 15, 2017.

• Must have at least (2) years experience working with both Dry and Perishable Food Service Products. Must be able to identify these products, including, but not limited to, different cuts of meat such as pork, chicken, beef and as well seafood and other frozen and dry food service products. Must be able to read and write English and to be familiar with the different pack sizes and brand names as well. • Must have a sense of urgency and be able to work under limited time constraints. • Picks orders regularly throughout the day for Food Service Customers, mostly restaurants. • Must be able to lift 65 pounds or more regularly throughout the shift. • Must be willing and able to work extended periods of time in a FREEZER ENVIRONMENT up to 70% of the time, temperature is minus (10) degrees Fahrenheit or minus (23) Celsius. • Must be willing and available to work extended hours, including all and/or any holidays, nights and weekends. The majority of the work schedule will consist of evening, weekend and holiday hours as this is when our business is servicing the most amount of customers. • Must be able to stand the majority of the day.

Please apply within @ Quality Food Service, 78 Industrial Road, 5 Cays or contact 941-7939 for more information. Only Belongers or PRC Holders need apply.

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The Meridian Club is currently looking for persons to fill the following positions:

VIP BUTLER

DOCK MASTER

Responsible for coordinating and supervising daily operations of the marine department including training marine personnel. Ability to set-up and establish procedures and systems for running the marine department. Computer literate. Knowledge of handling and maintaining small and medium sized vessels up to 30ft. In depth knowledge of Yamaha 4 stroke and competency with Etec 2 stroke motors and superficial knowledge of other manufacturer’s motors. First aid and marine rescue experience required. Must live on Pine Cay. Salary based upon experience. Qualified Belongers should email their resume to manager@meridianclub.com & to the TCI Labour dept. Interviews will be held for qualified candidates.

K9 SECURITY DOG HANDLER

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

A self-motivated, highly service orientated individual who uses own initiative. The candidate must have a good command of English and excellent communication skills and be prepared to work long hours, week-ends and holidays. Candidate is expected to be hardworking, trustworthy and a team player.

SUMMARY OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

DUTIES: • As a team, the officer and K9 tours and inspect facility and Islands frequently to assist in maintaining a safer and more secure environment. • Assists with the welfare and safety of guests • Assists employees with security related matters. • Responds to all emergency codes for assistance and control. • Monitor and investigate suspicious activity. • Monitor and check-in contractors. • monitor and reviews cameras, secures doors and monitors docks • Investigates and completes written reports of complaints, critical security incidents and unusual activities involving employees and visitors; submits all reports to the security leadership by the end of the shift in which the report occurs. Maintain an accurate log of all relevant security activities during each shift. Maintain accurate K9 training logs and monthly activities. • Provide daily care of the K9 to include feeding, exercising, grooming, medical care, and cleaning of the K9s kennel. Keep the K9 physically fit through training and exercise.

• • • •

QUALIFICATIONS: • High School Diploma; • Minimum of 5 years’ experience in military or law enforcement; • -K9 handler training from a government approved training facility; • Minimum of 2 years' experience in supervising or managing in a similar role; • Must be willing to reside on Pine Cay on a full-time basis, 24 hours/day; • Must be speak Dutch. Salary: Start at $1,500.00, Qualified Belongs Send Resumes to: security@ meridianclub.com

Remuneration: - $2,275.00 a month.

Note: Please respond no later than September 20, 2017. All qualified applicants will be interviewed.

The leadership and administration of the villa staff. Assist in other areas as deemed necessary. Housekeeping to the highest standards Serving food and drinks and assisting the chef, therefore a background in F&B is essential. • A knowledge and understanding of utility meters, & simple pool maintenance is an advantage since this position reports to the property manager for such issues. • Must be computer literate in order to present guest charges to villa manager. • A willingness to perform a variety of functions that may not be listed above in order to enhance guest’s stay. • Take care of VIP guest for the property • Conduct Property Tours • Must have previous butler experience The successful candidate must also be willing to work flexible hours, including weekends, public holidays etc. This position reports directly to the Head Butler

This AD is for a work permit. However, this position is open to all qualified Turks & Caicos Islanders. Potential Turks and Caicos Islands candidates should also submit copies of their application to the Labor Board.

Please apply in writing to Human Resources, Beach Enclave, G202 Regent Village, Providenciales, email: jasmine@beachenclave.com, 1 649 941 8887 15955

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SOKOL LTD. Is seeking to employ a

ALPHA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY

MAINTENANCE MAN to perform upkeep tasks such as repairs and cleaning. You will be responsible for applying basic fixes to equipment and building systems and ensuring facilities are tidy and functional. Being reliable with a keen eye for detail is the first step to getting this job. The ideal candidate will have experience and solid technical knowledge. You must also possess manual dexterity and physical stamina. RESPONSIBILITIES • Perform minor fixes such as repairing broken locks, filling gaps on walls etc. • Do garden/yard upkeep by mowing lawn, collecting trash etc. • Collaborate with workers and other professionals during renovations • Basic knowledge of plumbing and electrical systems • Experience using hand and electrical tools • Very good communication and interpersonal skills Position is currently held by a work permit holder. Beginning salary Commensurate with experience.

Interested Applicants please email all applications to info@saunders.tc or Fax: 649-941-4500

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Alpha Christian Academy is seeking

QUALIFIED PRIMARY AND SECONDARY SCHOOL TEACHERS Newly qualified teachers and experienced teachers are welcome to apply. Qualifications • Must be a Christian Believer. • Hold a Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Teaching (Secondary) Associate Degree minimum requirement for Primary. • Be an enthusiastic and committed Primary Teacher to join a dedicated, well-established team of teachers within our successful school to • (Experience using the A Beka Curriculum a plus but not required) In fulfilling the requirements of the post, the successful candidate will demonstrate essential

professional characteristics and in particular will: • Inspire trust and confidence in students, parents and colleagues. • Ensure consistent high quality curriculum delivery and learning outcomes for students. • Maintain high standards in planning, classroom delivery and the use of assessment. • Be committed to creating a stimulating, learning environment for the students. • Be ambitious about young children and their education. • Promote the wider aspirations and values of the school. Salary Range -$ 15,000K – 23,000K

Candidates should submit their resume to via email to:nikkihanna545@hotmail.com

GREAT HOUSE MANAGEMENT COMPANY LIMITED DBA SAILROCK RESORT

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is seeking a

FOOD & BEVERAGE MANAGER

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JOB SUMMARY

The Sailrock Resort Food & Beverage Manager is responsible for managing the daily operations of all of Sailrock Resort’s food & beverages operating outlets (Restaurants, Bars, In room Dining, Fresh Market and Beach Services). The Food and Beverage Manager will also be required to manage, train, and develop team members and work within a set budget.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Arrive on time and be fully present for all scheduled shifts including weekends and holidays • Plan and develop beverage menus along with Executive Chef • Ensure security of restaurant access, products and hotel property • Full operation of all aspects of 50+ seat restaurant • Provide excellent customer service • Strong customer service orientation and skills • Proactively solve problems and mitigate risks • Frequent sitting, standing and walking, may be required for long periods of time • Climbing stairs and walking up inclines and on uneven terrain. • Additional physical requirements may include, frequent lifting and/or moving up to 10 pounds and occasional lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds.

QUALIFICATIONS

• • • • • • • •

1-2 years of experience in a similar nature or capacity Punctual, detail oriented, and positive Excellent time management and delegation skills Knowledge of menu planning and proven aptitude for restaurant management Excellent organizational and leadership skills Ability to lead and manage a team toward specific performance goals Self-motivating and results oriented Proficiency in MS Office, Squirrel Restaurant OS and FB Micros

SALARY RANGE

• $30,000 - $36,000 yearly

Please submit applications to the Human Resources & Operations Manager, Keno Forbes:

• Drop Off: W104 Venture House, Grace Bay, Providenciales or Sailrock Resort, South Caicos • Fax: (312) 376-2056 • Email: HumanResources@SailrockResort.com • Interested Turks and Caicos Islanders must also submit copies of their application to the TCI Labour Board. 15952

CHEF / GENERAL CARETAKER

Required one Chef / General Caretaker for a large vacation home and part time rental villa located on Providenciales. Main responsible will include preparing meals and attending to the Employers family and rental guests and general caretaking of the property.

THE APPLICANT: • Must have knowledge and ability to prepare both simple and complex dishes. Be able to follow recipes precisely or improvise where necessary and must be experienced with food storage, preparation and sanitary procedure. • Must be proficient in Laundry services, general cleaning, purchasing of grocery and household items taking guests to and from the Airport, running general errands. • Must have excellent customer service skills and must possess a polished appearance and a professional demeanour with friendly, courteous, and professional manners. • Must be willing work weekends and public holidays and demonstrate the ability to ensure all tasks are completed in a timely and systematic manner. • Will be required to live at the property in service quarters and to make themself available for assistance of the employer and family or rental guests on short notice at any hour, day or night. • Must have valid driver’s licence. • Must be good with children and with Pets • Must be computer and email literate • Must be able to do simple accounts and manage a household supplies float.

All interested candidates must submit their resume to Twa Marcelin Wolf P.O. Box 209 by September 15, 2017 15935

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Sports Interational

HARLEY-DAVIDSON Grand Turk. Is recruiting a

RETAIL STORE MANAGER

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for its new store that is located at the Grand Turk Cruise Port.

The Ideal candidate should have prior management experience in similary branded retail business in North America or the Caribbean. The ideal Harley-Davidson Motorcycle Retail Manager will be responsible for in store marketing, promotions, sales and inventory of all Harley- Davidson branded memorabilia and merchandise. Comprehensive knowledge of HarleyDavidson Motorcycle and the history of the brand is mandatory.

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS;

• Previous experience in a Retail Management or sales position in a Tourism related environment. • Must have a valid Motorcycle License and experience with motorcycles. • The ability to speak clearly and

distinctly. • Excellent multi-tasking, writing and organization skills. • Proficiency in excel, Microsoft Word, and QuickBooks point of sales and accounting programs. • The ability to initiate and respond to multiple social media inquiries. • Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management or 5 years of progressive work experience in a retail management position • Experience working with Cruise lines or Tourism related industries. Salary based on qualifications and experience Candidates will be screened based on qualifications and will be interviewed accordingly.

Please email cover letter and resume with salary requirements to info@vikingproductions.net

The UFC lightweight champion, Conor McGregor, lost a much-hyped fight as 40-year-old Floyd Mayweather took his perfect career record to 50-0 in Las Vegas.

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CONOR McGregor says he is “proud” of what he achieved on his professional boxing debut, despite being stopped in the 10th round by Floyd Mayweather. The UFC lightweight champion, 29, lost a muchhyped fight as 40-year-old Mayweather took his perfect career record to 50-0 in Las Vegas. The build-up was dominated by heated exchanges, but McGregor said the American, who came

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ELECTRICIAN Company: Turks & Caicos Islands Airports Authority. Department: Engineering & Maintenance Department. Reports To: Engineering & Maintenance Manager. RESPONSIBILITIES

out of retirement for the fight, “won hands down”. “Floyd is a heck of a boxer,” he said. “His experience, his patience and his endurance won him this fight hands down. “I always told him he was not a fighter but a boxer. But sharing the ring with him, he is certainly a solid fighter. Strong in the clinch. Great understanding of frames and head position. “He has some very strong

tools he could bring into an MMA game for sure.” McGregor spent 10 weeks in a training camp prior to the bout, but the Irishman says he could have gone the distance with more preparation time. “Getting to 12 rounds alone in practice was always the challenge,” he said. “If I began with a loaded 12 rounds under much stress I would have only hit a brick wall and lost progress as a result and potentially not made the fight.

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Jeffrey Webb is currently on bail in the US with travel restrictions limited to the area around his home.

Webb sticks with law firm despite potential Arzuaga conflict

A total of 1742 athletes competed in the World Championships in Daegu from 199 countries.

Doping: More than 30% of athletes at 2011 Worlds admit to doping remains unknown,” the researchers said. Just 0.5% of doping tests at the 2011 Worlds in Daegu, South Korea - where every athlete was tested were positive. In Qatar for the Pan-Arab Games, the figure rose to 3.6%. “The study shows that biological tests of blood and urine reveal only a fract ion of doping cases,” said Harvard medical professor Harrison Pope. “This is likely due to the fact that athletes have found numerous ways not to be caught during tests.”

The research was carried out by Germany’s University of Tuebingen and Harvard Medical School in 2011. However, the team claimed the publication of their work had been delayed by talks with Wada and athletics’ governing body the IAAF over how it should be published. Doping has overshadowed athletics in recent years following an investigation into a state-sponsored Russian doping programme which led to the country’s track and field team being banned from the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro.

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worked for Swiss bankers Julius Baer and is reported to have acted alone when he allegedly helped funnel kickbacks and bribery payments to an official in the Americas. One problem in having the same counsel representing two different defendants in a related case is the concern that lawyers who receive privileged or confidential information on behalf of one defendant could not disclose or use that information to assist the other. Webb, whose trial has been postponed five times and is now scheduled for 24 January 2018, is currently on bail in the US with travel restrictions limited to the area around his home. He is accused of soliciting bribes from sports marketing companies in exchange for broadcast and commercial rights contracts to major tournaments and could face 20 years in jail. (Insideworldfootball)

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MORE than 30% of athletes competing at the 2011 World Championships admitted to using banned substances during their careers, according to a World AntiDoping Agency-commissioned study. The figure was even higher, at 45%, when athletes at the 2011 PanArab Games were asked the same question. More than 5,000 athletes competed at the events and 2,167 were asked if they had taken banned drugs. “The true prevalence of doping

FORMER FIFA vice-president Jeffrey Webb, the most high-profile official snared in the FIFAGate corruption scandal, has waived his legal right to so-called “unconflicted counsel”, agreeing to continue with his current law firm, according to local media reports in his native Cayman Islands. A hearing was apparently held in Webb’s absence on Tuesday in US federal court in Brooklyn. According to federal court records, Webb, through his attorneys, agreed to continue with his current lawyers Clifford Chance. Webb, formerly head of CONCACAF and touted as a future FIFA president, pleaded guilty to seven charges of corruption in November 2015. Since then one of the firms representing him has taken on another defendant in the ongoing probe, Jorge Luis Arzuaga. An Argentine national, Arzuaga

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Media slam Smith’s ‘overpaid’ team after historic Test defeat

Japan has a proud World Cup finals record -- the nation has competed in every tournament since 1998.

World Cup: Japan beat Australia to qualify for Russia 2018 WITH one ferocious sweep of his right foot, Yusuke Ideguchi booked Japan’s place at the World Cup in Russia next year. Cutting in from the left, the 21-year-old curled a rasping shot into the top corner to ensure the “Samurai Blue” qualified for their sixth successive World Cup. It was some way to score a first goal for your country, with Ideguchi’s strike adding to Takuma Asano’s earlier goal scored at the end of the first half. The victory means Japan now join the already qualified Brazil and Iran, along with hosts Russia, at the World Cup next June.

The defeat leaves Australia third in Asia’s Group B, behind Saudi Arabia on goal difference. Ange Postecoglou’s side play Thailand in their final match, while Saudi Arabia host Japan. Whoever finishes third will face a playoff against a Group A team, with the winner then having to navigate an intercontinental playoff against an opponent from the CONCACAF region to reach Russia 2018. Meanwhile, a brace from Omar Khribin helped Syria on their way to a 3-1 “home” victory against Qatar to keep their hopes of qualifying for the World Cup alive.

AUSTRALIA cricket team were slammed by media and termed as ‘overpaid prima donna’ cricketers by the Australian media following their historic 20-run defeat to Bangladesh in the first Test at Dhaka. While Bangladesh were praised for their impressive victory, media focused on the financial disparity between the two sides. The Australian’s headline read ‘$1.36m a year to lose to cricket’s paupers’ and the report detailed the gap between the two teams in financial terms. The Aussie cricketers get paid about $26,000 per week and each member on average earns $1.36 million a year. Compared to those figures, a Bangladesh cricketer earns $500 a week and on average $26,136 per year in salaries. The Australian highlighted that the Aussie cricketers will each earn more than their victors in the Dhaka Test. Steve Smith and David Warner, each will earn $2m from their newly signed contracts with Cricket Australia. Compared to that, Bangladesh’s Shakib Al Hasan, Mushfiqur Rahim

Bangladesh secured their first-ever Test win over Australia and they are on the cusp of securing their first-ever series win against Steve Smith’s side. (AP)

and Tamim Iqbal receive an annual salary of 2.4 million taka, about $37,240. “What happened in Dhaka was on one hand wonderful for world cricket and on the other embarrassing for a pack of overpaid prima donnas,” the Melbourne Herald-Sun said. The Australian even asked “Did our national team expend too much energy on the Australian Cricket Association picket line and not

enough in the nets?” The New Zealand Herald however, heaped praise on Shakib and wrote: “Shakib proved why he was the world’s No.1-ranked allrounder across all three formats, taking five-wicket hauls in both digs after top-scoring with 84 in the first innings.” Meanwhile an article from The Guardian suggested that Bangladesh’s improvement has been rapid and they ‘earned this triumph.’

Federer survives first round scare against 70th-ranked

Japan’s Tsukasa Yoshida, Mongolia’s Sumiya Dorjsuren, France’s Helene Receveaux and Great Britain’s Nekoda SmytheDavis show off their medals in the women’s -57kg division.

Mongolian judoka wins surprising gold medal at World Judo Championships MONGOLIA’S newest hero pounded her chest and jumped for joy. It had been an agonising contest -- with over eight minutes of golden score, two times longer than a regulation match -- between two of the world’s finest lightweight judoka, with neither surrendering an inch under the lights at Budapest’s Papp László Arena. But, with a deft koshi-guruma throw, Sumiya Dorjsuren scored a decisive waza-ari to become the new -57kg world champion. That she had beaten Japanese world No. 1 Tsukasa Yoshida made

victory all the more special. After three days at the 2017 World Judo Championships, Japan has taken all five of the other gold medals on offer. Khaltmaa Battulga, the newlyelected president of Mongolia, watched on with pride, just metres away from the action. “Today is a great day for Mongolia and we still have good judoka to come,” said Battulga, who rose to fame as a martial arts star in his own right, before becoming president of the Mongolian Judo Federation, and finally the entire nation.

SWISS legend Roger Federer survived an early scare against the American Frances Tiafoe at the Arthur Ashe stadium late Tuesday, before coming back to win 4-6, 6-2, 6-1, 1-6, 6-4. The 19-year-old upset the natural order by winning the first set of their opening round clash, before doubling down to win the fourth. But ultimately Federer’s skill and experience won out over the course of the two-hour, 37-minute encounter. The teenaged Tiafoe, who played with assurance in the fiveset loss despite being outplayed by the world No. 3, has only advanced beyond the first round of a Slam twice. He showed signs of a fightback by winning the fourth set, breaking Federer’s serve to go up 3-1, but it was too little, too late for the American. The Maryland native’s first set win marked an improvement on the only other time the two have met on court, when he pushed Federer to a first-set tiebreak at the Miami Open in March. Federer’s win furthers anticipation that he’ll meet his old rival, Rafael

Switzerland’s Roger Federer returns the ball to Frances Tiafoe of the US during their 2017 US Open men’s singles match.

Nadal on the hard courts of Arthur Ashe stadium. The two are on course for a semifinal encounter after the Spaniard dismissed Dusan Lajovic 7-6 (8-6), 6-2, 6-2 in his opening fixture. While Federer avoided an ignominious early exit, day two did see a major upset as women’s defending champ Angelique Kerber was dismissed by Japan’s Naomi Osaka in straight sets, 6-3, 6-1. It’s only the third time a defending

champion has exited the US Open in the first round. The late-night crowd grew evermore vocal as the match wore on, cheering on the young American as he snatched points from Federer. He broke Federer’s serve late in the fifth set to raucous applause, denying him a match winner. But it was not to be, although on the strength of this hard-fought match, his will be a career to follow. (CNN)

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The Autumn Tag League is an important event on the rugby calendar.

Autumn Tag League set to start on September 14 THE Turks and Caicos Islands Rugby Football Union (TCIRFU) Autumn Tag League is set to start on September 14th at the Meridian

Field in Providenciales. According to information from the TCIRFU, interested teams can contact Nik Hight on 231-0732

for more information. Official registration will be held next Thursday at the Meridian Field from 18:30h.

Bien-Aime says vehicle donated by GBCR will transport young footballers

Courtney Missick and his proud mum, Earlene Missick-Harvey.

Missick set to start Mico University College on Monday NATIONAL sprinter Courtney Missick will begin his tertiary education next week when he starts school at the Mico University College in Kingston, Jamaica. The 19-year-old will attend the school through a Turks and Caicos Islands Government Scholarship. “Feels great knowing that my application was selected out of the 203 applicants that were

sent in total. I’m really grateful and thankful for this opportunity and will make the most out of it. Thanks be to God,” Missick told the Weekly News this week. The former Jamaica College student will study Physical Education Teaching, and focus on track. “I’m putting my academics first, so as long as my GPA is good then I’ll be putting in the same level of effort on the track.”

YOUNG footballers will be transported in a new vehicle acquired by the Turks and Caicos Islands Football Association according to TCIFA president Sonia Bien-Aime. Grace Bay Car Rentals (GBCR) donated a Toyota Regius Mini-Van to the FA last week. “This vehicle will assist us in transporting our young players to and from practices and games and will go miles in our objective to reach the communities not within the immediate range of our facilities. We cannot thank GBCR enough, and we wish them success in all their business endeavours and look forward to continue this mutually beneficial and blessed relationship that the TCIFA enjoys with GBCR,” Bien-Aime said in a press release. She added: “Grace Bay Car Rentals is a phenomenal corporate citizen, having been associated with the Turks and Caicos Islands Football Association (TCIFA) in excess of a decade. Todd Foss and his very competent staff at GBCR possess a generous foresight in adopting a very perceptive and enlightened approach in their relationship with the TCIFA. They recognised that the TCIFA, as a non-profit organisation with limited resources, has provided and continue to provide an essential service to the growth and development of young males and females in this country through the sport of football. They have consistently over the years

Sonia Bien-Aime receives the keys to the new vehicle from a representative of Grace Bay Car Rentals.

filled the void for transportation for our staff and young players. This latest donation of the van is another welcomed and massively appreciated example of GBCR’s generosity. GBCR owner Todd Foss added: “Having been a supporter of the TCIFA over the past eleven years, Grace Bay Car Rentals is excited to continue our partnership with this great organisation. Our company and its team members are committed to benefiting the country by assisting

organisations that focuses on the development of youth, and the TCIFA is one of the best anywhere. Their focus on accessibility to sport regardless of income level is a main reason we continue to be a proud sponsor. The TCIFA exposes youth in the Turks and Caicos Islands to the many benefits of sport including; team play, fitness, life skills, and commitment, while also providing the opportunity to travel and represent our country internationally”

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Beaches beat Mitsubishi Electric Tigers by six wickets An unbeaten 92-run 5th wicket partnership between opener Mario Smith and middle order batsman Alston Byfield propelled Beaches to a six-wicket win over the Mitsubishi Electric Tigers when action in the TCICA T20 Cricket Competition continued on Sunday at the Downtown Ball Park, in Providenciales. The match was no one sided affair as both teams had their moments of dominance. Beaches opted to bowl first after winning the toss, and although they had both openers back in the pavilion by the fourth over, their opponents had already amassed 38 runs. Vickram John fired two sixes and a

four for a score of 19 from nine balls, while Gareth Butler was watchful with 10 runs from 15 balls (2X4s). New batsmen Jittu Gaglani and Damian St. Ange batted themselves in before accelerating. St. Ange, who scored 54 runs (7X4s and 3X6s) from 34 balls, took eight balls to get off the mark, while his partner scored 17 of his 39 runs (4X4s) from singles. When St. Ange fell in the 14th over, the Tigers had already amassed 129 runs, but the pendulum swung again and Beaches, through stifling bowling spells from Sidu Hunter and Anthony McKnight, were able to restrict the scoring. In the last five overs the Tigers only scored 14 runs while they lost four other wicketsâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;

Alston Byfield (left) and Mario Smith batted Beaches to victory.

one each to Hunter (17th over), McKnight (18th over), Danar Lewis (19th over) and Damion Young (last over). Young finished with 3-31 and Hunter 2-27, both from their allotted four overs. Needing just over seven and a half runs per over (chasing 152 for

victory), Beaches were pegged back in the first over when ace batsman McKnight fell for a first ball duck. Hunter then played a few shots (24 runs 4X4s, 1X6), but he, Richard Rowe (1) and Ricardo Brown (15) found themselves back in the pavilion before the end of the 10th over.

The left-handed Byfield then joined Smith and the duo batted their team to 155 in 18.1 overs. The eventual man-of-the-match, Smith, finished with an even 50 (4X4s and 2X6s) from 40 balls, while Byfield scored 44 runs from 31 balls. He hit fours sixes and three fours in the process.

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Barbados TD expecting “well prepared” TCI team TECHNICAL Director of the Barbados Football Association Ahmed Mohamed feels that the TCI National Women’s team will be well prepared for their international friendly clashes on Friday (September 1st) and Sunday (September 3rd) at the BFA Turf in Wildy. In an invited comment with the Weekly News, Mohamed said that the home team would not take the TCI team for granted. “We have been preparing our national team since December 2016. I’m expecting two positive results, while from the TCI team, I’m expecting a well prepared side.” Mohamed, who hails from Switzerland, has been the BFA TD since March 2017. For him, the clashes are very important because his side has not had an international fixture for a while. According to the TD, his side will triumph because of their “collectivity” on the pitch. For TCI the clashes will give our young girls much needed exposure. Both games are scheduled to start at 16:00h.

Barbados females will play good team football according to their Technical Director.

Lynn Robinson finished her 2017 miles challenge last Sunday.

Robinson completes 2017 miles challenge TCI’s renowned long distance runner Lynn Robinson has completed her 2017 miles challenge way short of her intended deadline. The ace runner finished this year’s task on Sunday last, some four months short of her original deadline. “I was planning to take the whole year, but then when I realised I could

do it sooner I decided to aim for 27th Aug, before I left for vacation.” The 49 year-old said that she decided to do the run after a friend posted the challenge on FB. She then dedicated all her miles to little Rowan, a girl in the US, who has Down Syndrome, to raise awareness. Robinson ran at least 5.5 miles for

239 consecutive days to finish the task. Her best month was June when she tallied 320 miles. She totalled 221 miles in both March and April. In terms of her best day, on June 25, she clocked 34.5 miles, twice the length of Provo. The Iron Man participant was only a bit worried when she was injured.

“I was confident I would finish, although I did have a calf injury early this year that I was worried would impede my progress. I managed to keep running throughout though.” The 2017 miles is the most that Robinson has run in a calendar year, but she is not finished as yet. “Plan is still to run every day, at

least 2 or 3 miles for the next couple of weeks as recovery runs.” Robinson was set to compete in a half marathon in England this weekend, before a run in Albania on September 10th—(136 miles over six days). The Vegan runner is also expected to compete in the Berlin Marathon on September 24th.

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