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power probe

TCI’s exorbitant electricity rates have once again come under the spotlight with the launch of a Commission of Inquiry-style probe into TCU’s tariffs. PAGE 

Late fees for hotels, restaurants, telecoms

school places DISTRAUGHT parents are being warned that there is again a shortage of places in public schools for the upcoming year. PAGE  5

Stricken plane makes emergency landing

TAXES to boost depleted public coffers by penalising hotels, restaurants and telecoms firms for late payments to government look set to be enacted imminently. PAGE  4

Governor bids

farewell

GOVERNOR Gordon Wetherell was today preparing to bid his final farewells to the TCI after a three-year tenure. PAGE  5

A PLANE with almost 200 passengers aboard was forced to make an emergency landing at Provo airport on Monday. The 757 aircraft, operated by US Airways, developed engine problems in-flight.

Inspector Calvin Chase confirmed that the aircraft departed from St Thomas in the US Virgin Islands and was en route to Charlotte, USA, when misfortune struck. With 188 persons on board, including six

crew members, the right engine began to overheat. Emergency services and police officers were on site to meet the aircraft, which landed uneventfully. No one was hurt.

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

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TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

August 20 - 26, 2011

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Second power probe Inquiry launched amid TCU bid to increase rates in Grand Turk and Salt Cay By Gemma Handy TCI’s exorbitant electricity rates have once again come under the spotlight with the launch of a Commission of Inquiry-style probe into TCU’s tariffs. The investigation comes hot on the heels of a separate inquiry announced last month into the way power services in the Islands are regulated generally. The latest is the result of a dispute between TCU – which supplies power to Grand Turk and Salt Cay – and the Governor, after TCU applied for permission to increase its tariff by five cents per kilowatt hour (KWH). The firm says the extra revenue is needed to cover costs it incurred due to devastating Hurricane Ike in 2008. Governor Gordon Wetherell snubbed the request until the completion of the ongoing review into the country’s electricity services. This invoked the wrath of TCU chiefs who demanded an outside expert be appointed to conduct an inquiry into the merit of their application. The probe will see public meetings staged on both islands to allow members of the community to express their views. A meeting is also scheduled for August 25 to gauge the opinions of the consultative forum. The expert – Dr Virendra Ajodhia

– will have the power to summon evidence, take statements under oath and demand documents be produced, similar to a Commission of Inquiry. If TCU’s bid is successful it could soon see Grand Turk and Salt Cay’s 2,200 customers forking out for even higher electricity bills each month. Residential customers already pay 27 cents per KWH while commercial clients cough up steeper rates still at 32 cents per KWH. On top of that, there’s the hefty cost of fuel which last month added a whopping 74 per cent on top. Fortis TCI (formerly PPC), which services the rest of the country, has slighter lower rates per KWH at 26 cents for residential customers and 27 for commercial. In Canada and the US the average cost of electricity is generally less than 10 cents per KWH. The prospect of higher bills has infuriated customers in the capital island. One told the Weekly News: “People will be very annoyed. “Hurricane Ike was three years ago; they should have already done what they were supposed to do. “I don’t think it’s fair for them to increase electricity prices at this stage when people are already paying so many new taxes, and many are losing their jobs.” Those sentiments were echoed by

Commercial customers in Salt Cay and Grand Turk already fork out 32c per kilowatt hour for electricity.

consultative forum member Sharlene Cartwright-Robinson. “The cost of electricity has already gone up since Ike and will continue to do so,” she said. “I appreciate TCU are generating electricity for a smaller number of customers compared to other countries where the rate is low but I am concerned about the timing of this request. “I would have expected attempts to recover money spent after Ike to have been made earlier.” Dr Ajodhia’s appointment to conduct his inquiry between August 22 and 29 is in accordance with the Electricity Ordinance. A regulatory economist with a PhD (cum laude) in energy economics and an MSc in power systems engineering, he is said to

have a solid economic and financial background and extensive handson experience in the power utility industry. Dr Ajodhia previously worked for the Dutch energy regulator and more recently has advised widely on regulatory policy design, price and quality control implementation, tariffs, and benchmarking in the electricity, gas, and water industries across the Caribbean. Grand Turk’s public meeting will take place on Tuesday August 23 at the Anglican Dillon Hall from 8.30am to 12.30pm and again from 2pm to 4.30pm. All residents and organisations are invited to attend. Anyone wishing to speak is asked to email Malike Cummings at MLCummings@gov.tc or call 946

2801 ext 10821 to book a time slot. Salt Cay’s meeting will be at the Salt Shed on Wednesday August 24 from 1.30pm to 3.30pm. Residents wishing to speak should call District Commissioner Almaida Wilson or Vershina Forbes on 946 6985 or fax 946 6911. Anyone unable to attend the meetings can email their comments to TCUInquiry@gmail.com Meanwhile the separate Regulation of Electricity Services Review, which started on August 1 and is being undertaken by European consultants Oxera, is still ongoing. The process is expected to last two months. It was set up by the government following widespread concerns about ever-increasing power bills, exacerbated by high fuel charges.

Late fees for hotels, restaurants, telecoms Government’s revenue generation measures gain impetus

Published by Turks & Caicos News Company Ltd. Cheshire House, Leeward Highway, Providenciales P.O. Box 52, Turks & Caicos Islands, BWI W. Blythe Duncanson – Publisher/Editor-in-Chief Gemma Handy – Associate Editor Faizool Deo – Sports Samantha Dash-Rigby – Court Cord Garrido-Lowe – Graphics/Production Editor Dilletha Lightbourne-Williams – Office Manager Email: (Advertising) tcnews@tciway.tc, (News) tcweeklynews@yahoo.com, (Talk Back) tcweeklynews@gmail.com Tel. 649-946-4664 (office), 649-232-3508 (after hours) Website address: www.tcweeklynews.com

By Gemma Handy TAXES to boost depleted public coffers by penalising hotels, restaurants and telecoms firms for late payments to government look set to be enacted imminently. Amendments to legislation governing the sectors were given the green light by the consultation forum on Tuesday. They had already been approved by the advisory council. The Hotel and Restaurant Taxation (Amendment) Bill will see businesses forced to cough up penalty fees of 20 per cent for late

payment of accommodation tax. That rate applies to the first month only, reducing to 10 per cent for each month thereafter. The Telecommunication Taxation Amendment Bill will charge Digicel, Lime and Islandcom a 10 per cent penalty in the event they are late in stumping up due taxes. Some forum members expressed concern that the latter could result in extra charges being passed on to telecoms customers. Digicel boss EJ Saunders told the Weekly News the company would do “everything in its power” to ensure customers were not affected

unnecessarily. “But to date the government has not officially informed the industry of this tax or even that it was being considered,” he added. The forum also voted to support the Road Traffic (Amendment) Bill 2011 which creates a new public service vehicle classification system. It allows resorts to directly transfer guests between ports of entry and their hotel. Members voted against a proposed amendment to extend this service to tours and other transfers, continued 

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Shortage of school places By Gemma Handy DISTRAUGHT parents are being warned that there is again a shortage of places in public schools for the upcoming year. With the new school year just two weeks away, some have apparently even been turned away and told the only option is to pay private fees. But for many, the high cost of non-government schools is simply not an option. Registration was carried out by the department for education for state primary and high schools in April and July. To date, 611 students have been

registered at ‘infant one’ primary level and ‘form one’ at secondary level. A government spokesman said: “The four public schools on Providenciales are oversubscribed due to population distribution across the country, hence there continues to be a demand for spaces in these schools.” The TCI is mandated, by the United Nations’ International Convention on the Rights of the Child, to ensure all children are registered in schools. Euwonka Selver, a member and past president of TCI children’s charity CAPAA, told the Weekly

Late fees for hotels, restaurants... continued

saying that those should be reserved for taxi operators. They also voted to remove the provision which limits a person to just one class of public service vehicle licence. Some concern was expressed over provisions for new taxes on water consumption, insurance and financial services. Attorney General Huw Shepheard is reviewing the relevant bills. Enactment has been postponed in the meantime. The water consumption sales tax will apply to all commercial customers, plus residential ones who consume more than 3,000 gallons a month. The insurance premiums toll applies to all premiums other than those on life and medical insurance. It will be paid by customers and charged, collected and remitted to government by the providers or brokers. The financial services sales tax is a levy on service fees charged by financial institutions. During Tuesday’s meeting, Dr Linda Williams gave a presentation in which she recommended setting up a think-tank to scrutinise how district councils could better involve Islanders in decision-making. There were also a number of

questions put forward to public service chief Martin Stanley and permanent secretary of finance Delton Jones, covering civil service reform, educational scholarships and public finances, among others. Tuesday’s meeting was the last for departing Governor Gordon Wetherell and chief financial officer Caroline Gardner. Forum chair Lillian Misick welcomed new member Bradley Coalbrooke who replaced Reverend Scott Brennen, and Mr Stanley who has temporarily filled Mark Capes’ shoes until a permanent successor is appointed. Speaking after the meeting, Mrs Misick said: “The matters which were before us addressed some important development issues which directly impact on the lives of our TCI people and on government’s ability to earn needed revenue. “The forum’s deliberations showed its capacity to weigh the competing interests of two sectors in an important sector of our economy and choose what is best for the longterm development of our country and the people of the TCI. “It is a role we must continue to build on in the coming months as we press on with building a new TCI for future generations.”

News: “As a mother myself I am very concerned about this. All parents want the best education for their children. “Unfortunately, due to the economy and vast unemployment, not all are able to afford private schools. “Having public schools turn kids away because of an inability to place them could see a wide cross-section of kids having to stay at home. “This can create a vicious cycle of poverty. “I hope the government and Human Rights Commissioner will address these problems as all children have a right to education under international law.”

Concern over a lack of space in public schools has been ongoing in recent years. Places became increasingly tight as more parents found they could no longer afford the fees of private establishments. Problems were exacerbated further by the axing of government scholarships for private schools, leaving many parents jostling for availability in state facilities. In September 2009, the Weekly News revealed that a list of children in need of school spots, collected by one church alone, topped 300 names. Pastor Octa Fleuridor, of the Church of God of Prophecy in Kew Town, said he had been inundated with pleas for help from frantic

parents. Meanwhile, repairs are being carried out to public schools in preparation for the first day back on September 5. The spokesman added: “Staffing has been sorted and the ministry is pleased to welcome nine returning students who have successfully completed teacher training overseas.” Teacher numbers will be boosted further by recent community college graduates joining the local profession this year, he said. Are you a parent affected by the shortage of school places in the upcoming year? Email tcweeklynews@gmail.com or call our offices on 946 4664.

Governor bids farewell

By Gemma Handy

GOVERNOR Gordon Wetherell was today preparing to bid his final farewells to the TCI after a three-year tenure. Mr Wetherell will fly out of Providenciales on Sunday with new public sector chief Martin Stanley taking over the reins for the next few weeks. The Governor’s successor, Damian Todd, is due to arrive in the Islands in mid-September, at a date to be confirmed. The time lapse between Governors was described as “normal practice” by a spokeswoman. Mr Wetherell hosted an official leaving party at his Waterloo residence last Friday, followed by one at the Sands resort attended by friends, colleagues and wellwishers on Thursday night. The 62-year-old previously described life at the helm of the TCI Government as “both challenging and enjoyable”. And few could deny it’s been a tumultuous term – from controversy surrounding the British takeover to fiery

Gordon Wetherell has experienced a tumultuous three-year term.

anti-government protests, to devastating hurricanes, surges of violent crime and the impact of financial dire straits. Mr Wetherell cited ongoing work to address public finances and Crown land issues as principle achievements during his term. Ethiopia-born Mr Wetherell has been in the diplomatic service for

almost four decades. The father-of-four has represented the UK in countries all over the world, including as High Commissioner in Ghana and ambassador to a string of countries in Africa. Mr Wetherell has remained consistently tight-lipped over his future plans, saying only that he was looking at the “next phase” of his life. He replaced former Governor Richard Tauwhare who left the Islands in July 2008, also at the end of a three-year term. Controversy surrounded Mr Tauwhare’s exit with many blaming him for lax oversight which allowed corruption by the former administration to run rampant. Mr Todd is described as an economics expert who brings a wealth of experience across the globe working for London’s Foreign and Commonwealth Office. He said in June that he was “delighted” to have been appointed and was looking forward to getting to know the people of the Islands.

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A Weekly News column that puts you on the spot for your opinions on the issues of the day

Airport expansion WITH the expansion of Provo’s new longer runway now complete – paving the way for direct transatlantic flights – we asked readers how the TCI should be marketed to attract more visitors here. Are you optimistic the new facility will help boost tourism and investment, as predicted? What do you think should be focused on – and how do you see the future of tourism in the Islands?

Family friendly

“Safe, friendly, clean, kid-friendly, environmentally superior. I am sure the new runway will help.”

General elections

“Well we can throw the low crime rate, tax-free haven and friendly people out the window since the British administration has been performing so poorly at managing the country’s affairs. “I say returning local government is a good start.”

Can airport cope?

“In these troubled times with the Euro economy tanking, the original premise for the airport expansion, flights from Europe and Britain are doubtful. “Greece, Italy, Portugal, Ireland and Spain are in trouble. Last week England was suffering riots. “British Airways in London has said they have no plans to schedule flights here. “The very high British air departure tax for Caribbean destinations, designed to add to British coffers, will further deter transatlantic travel.

“Even the US economy is suffering serious problems so the possibility of another good tourist season remains to be seen. “The USA remains the largest of the world’s economies and they are the closest country with numerous wealthy folks. “The USA has 320 million people and Canada, larger and more spread out than the US, has only 35 million, yet the TCIG is promoting tourism in Canada. “How many wide body aircraft can we expect from Canada? “The world aviation records show that the US air travel industry is equal to the entire rest of the world so why promote elsewhere right now when promotion dollars are scarce? “We do need more than a runway to handle the jumbo jets. When a couple of B737s or A320s are here the terminal is crowded. “One can only imagine what would happen when a B747 with more than twice the passengers these smaller planes carry arrives at the present terminal. “Then there is the issue of handling the planes. Will the passenger stair truck, which reaches the 90-inch high passenger doors of those smaller planes, reach the 200-inch door height of the jumbos? “The new monster plane from Airbus is higher still and is yet to use most large US

airports because they do not have the facilities to handle this giant and very high plane. “Can anyone imagine the luggage from a jumbo jet overloading that tiny terminal baggage belt we have? “Can we service the refuelling of these fuel hogs? Are the ground power units adequate? “Is the fire fighting equipment and personnel trained for the big guys? What ground handling company has the facilities to handle jumbo jets? “It takes more than a runway to handle planes. It seems the celebration and hoopla was premature. “Once we expand the runway and have a terminal with jet ways designed to handle the jumbos we need to promote in the multi million populated cities like Chicago, Denver, LA, San Diego, St Louis, San Francisco, Seattle, Oklahoma, etc etc. “Will the additional $35 in departure tax, which will raise these taxes to over $100 per person, deter or increase the numbers landing here?”

Field of dreams

“All the questions that you are asking should have been answered long before the money was spent on the runway. “We seem to be following the ‘field of dreams’, saying, ‘If you build it, they will come’. “Or, perhaps the government has decide to start a ‘cargo cult’ as the South Sea Islanders did after WWII. “They built decoy aircraft out of bamboo and palm fronds and cleared long strips in the jungle to attract the ‘silver birds’ who brought ‘cargo’. “As it turns out, they were disappointed as well.”

Keeping up appearances

“The tourists need to do a better job in

promoting the island to a high quality of tourist. “In the last year I was seeing the island be overrun with tourists who only care about themselves. “It’s not only about putting bodies in beds, it’s about maintaining an image.”

Better service needed

“The airport expansion, of itself, will be no panacea. High end European tourists tend to be more demanding than those from the western countries. “This means that in order for the airport expansion to achieve any meaningful long-term benefit, hospitality service at TCI resorts needs to be improved and then maintained consistently at a very high level. “This will be a challenge given the impetus to place marginally qualified or inexperienced Islanders in important positions in the hospitality industry because there are few other businesses still standing. “The challenge will be heightened by language barriers. Furthermore, the level of service at the airport will need to be significantly upgraded. “In time, the expansion can prove productive, but we need to be able to compete effectively with many other destinations in the world where service is exceptional. “We also need to take the slogan ‘beautiful by nature’ seriously.”

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Road smash policewoman being treated in Bahamas A POLICEWOMAN badly injured in a road smash in Providenciales last week has undergone surgery on her broken spine. Sergeant Crystal Stubbs, 23, was one of three officers in the vehicle which was transporting a prisoner to Five Cays police station when it collided with a car on August 9. Ms Stubbs was flung 20ft from the police Ford Explorer which burst into flames. She suffered several broken bones in her back, according to her mother, and was flown to Doctors Hospital in Nassau where she is

still being treated. Her sister, Christina Stubbs, told the Weekly News: “She is currently doing therapy, learning how to walk but staying strong thanks to the prayers of family, friends and the community – we give them our best.” Ms Stubbs’ mother also praised the “excellent job” by medics at Provo hospital. Ms Stubbs’ colleagues, officers Vaurice Jervis and Macquincy Carter, along with the prisoner, and the driver and passenger in the other car, a white Toyota, received minor injuries.

Sergeant Crystal Stubbs suffered broken bones in the August 9 accident.

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Small size, big potential TCI named one of region’s best for economic outlook and quality of life By Gemma Handy TCI’s overseas image has been given a sizable boost after being ranked one of the region’s very best for economic potential and quality of life. Its rating – in a Caribbean-wide survey on behalf of heavyweight British newspaper the Financial Times (FT) – firmly cements the Islands’ status as a force to be reckoned with. The country may be small in size but it’s huge in potential, says fDi Magazine, an FT subsidiary, which also named it the eighth ‘country of

the future’ out of 33 studied. The annual poll scrutinises nations in the Caribbean and Central America with scores awarded by an independent panel of judges. Costa Rica earned the prestigious accolade as the most attractive country for foreign direct investment, on account of its economic growth over the last few years. Dominican Republic came second, followed by Trinidad & Tobago. Barbados came in fourth, with Panama in fifth place, and Antigua & Barbuda in sixth. British Virgin Islands was named seventh country of the future, and

Dengue fever sees no increase in TCI NO NEW cases of dengue fever were reported in the TCI this week, despite increasing numbers in neighbouring Bahamas. That’s according to chief medical officer, Dr Rufus Ewing, who spoke to the Weekly News Thursday afternoon. To date, there have been three cases of the mosquito-transmitted disease in the TCI, two imported from the Bahamas and one from St Lucia. TCI health chiefs stepped up measures to halt the spread of the illness which usually starts with fever and pain behind the eyes. That included increased spraying of mosquito breeding areas to kill the pests and daily surveillance of the three people affected so far. Two were treated and later released, with a warning to remain indoors and protect themselves from further mosquito bites. A third woman, kept in hospital on IV fluid hydration, has now been discharged. Meanwhile the epidemic

continues to cause controversy in the Bahamas. Health Minister Hubert Minnis said last week that 1,500 people had so far contracted dengue fever. The absence of further updates is fuelling claims that the scale of the outbreak is being downplayed. Dengue fever is a flu-like illness, transmitted when an infected person is bitten and then someone else is bitten by the same mosquito. Most infections result in relatively mild illness but some can develop into potentially fatal dengue hemorrhagic fever. This causes bleeding that may appear as tiny spots of blood on the skin and larger patches of blood under the skin. There are currently no restrictions on travel to and from the Bahamas or any other dengue endemic countries. Call the Environmental Health department via the government switchboard on 946 2801 extension 50311/2 for more information.

TCInvest boss Conrad Higgs said the TCI was recognised as a “safe and profitable place to invest”.

just behind TCI were El Salvador and Jamaica taking ninth and 10th spot respectively. TCI was declared third best for

economic potential, losing out to Panama in the top slot followed by Costa Rica. TCI was rated sixth for quality of life. Hogging the limelight in that category was BVI. Bermuda was ranked second, followed by Cayman, Barbados and Antigua. The interim administration may want to consider some infrastructure enhancement, with TCI nowhere to be seen in the top 10 for best infrastructure. Heading that list was Panama. TCI also didn’t make the count in categories of best business friendliness, human resources, or cost effectiveness. A government spokesman said on Tuesday that the Islands’ economic potential ranking highlighted the commitment to creating “growth opportunities, a business friendly environment as well as a soft landing approach for investors”. Bosses at TCInvest, the body tasked with promoting inward

investment into the country, also expressed delight. CEO Conrad Higgs said: “Despite the international recession, which has negatively affected foreign direct investment flows worldwide, the Turks and Caicos Islands continues to be recognised as a safe and profitable place to invest.” He encouraged would-be investors to visit www.tcinvest.tc or email rvines@tcinvest.tc for more information on opportunities and starting a business in the TCI. Data for the survey was collected by fDi Intelligence, an arm of the Financial Times and a leading provider of foreign direct investment intelligence. Information submitted by individual countries was assessed by the impartial judging panel. The full results are published in fDi Magazine’s August/September 2011 issue and can be viewed online at www.fDiIntelligence.com/ Rankings

Bachelor’s degrees available on island By Gemma Handy

ISLANDERS with a passion for education but deterred by the steep costs of overseas study can now acquire a bachelor’s degree without having to leave the Islands. Degrees in business administration, IT, human resource management, and marketing, are starting in Providenciales next month. The Turks & Caicos Institute of Professional Studies (TCIPS) has joined forces with Jamaica’s University College of the Caribbean (UCC) to offer a range of graduate and under-graduate programmes. It’s welcome news for those whose educational aspirations were shattered due to the recent slashing of government scholarships. And with costs starting at just over $5,000, gaining a degree will no longer be the preserve of the rich. TCIPS director Wayne Jackson told the Weekly News: “The idea behind this venture was to provide affordable degrees in the TCI due to the shortage of funding for scholarships. “The cost of a degree in the US is a prohibitory factor so I went looking

for a programme that was available on island.” All courses are accredited by UCC, which is authorised by the Jamaican government, so after completion students can continue on to master’s degree and PhD level. Mr Jackson continued: “It is important to provide valuable educational opportunities to students that are extremely economical, internationally recognised and accredited here at home.” Courses are 60 per cent classroombased with the remainder online, via face-to-face interaction with lecturers, plus independent study and hands-on industry experience. Ten students have already signed up, with room for around 15 more. On-island lecturers are all qualified to at least master’s level with several years managerial experience. Mr Jackson, himself one of the tutors, brings 30 years in the education field. He holds a PhD in organisational performance and change, recently completed at Colorado State University, plus an MA in business administration, with emphasis on human resources, and an MSc in science and IT. In addition to the four bachelor

degrees, students can also sign up for UCC’s Commonwealth master’s in business administration (MBA) or public administration. The cost for the bachelor’s degree for those with an associate degree is $5,400 while the Commonwealth masters is $12,500. UCC is a private tertiary institution, offering courses at a variety of levels at 10 locations across Jamaica. Established in 2004, it is now the country’s largest private sector institution of higher education, currently catering to more than 6,000 students. TCIPS, based in Butterfield Square, offers certificate, diploma and associate degree programmes. Mr Jackson encouraged interested Islanders to come forward. “This is an excellent opportunity for people to upgrade their qualifications right here in the TCI. “It’s extremely affordable compared to any other programme in the Caribbean; it’s the best value for money in the region,” he added. Email info@tcips.com, call TCIPS on 339 8177 or visit the Butterfield Square offices, above American Airlines, for more information.

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Anonymous donor helps preserve coral reefs CORAL reefs long damaged by boat anchors will be better protected in future thanks to the imminent arrival of mooring buoys. The Turks & Caicos Reef Fund (TCRF) is to buy around 25 moorings for use at dive sites across the TCI, thanks to a generous donation from an anonymous benefactor. The $10,000 donation is the largest the organisation has ever received.

Set up predominantly in national parks, the moorings will eliminate the need for dive boat operators to drop anchors which can wreak havoc on the country’s precious and fragile reefs. TCRF chiefs have earmarked the cash to install them at a number of popular dive sites off the coasts of Providenciales, French Cay, West Caicos, Grand Turk and Salt Cay.

Boat anchors can devastate fragile coral.

They have already been in contact with many local dive operators to garner their support and will be working closely with the DECR on the installation programme. TCRF chairman Don Stark said that the project would involve replacing some old moorings as well as setting others up in new sites

New NHIB boss has high praise for Grand Turk hospital GRAND Turk hospital has received high praise from the new NHIB boss who described the facilities as “extremely impressive”. Zaneta Adderley-Burton’s comments came during a fact-finding visit to the InterHealth Canada-run facility. After being shown round by nurse manager, Meleck Cummings, she said: “This is an extremely impressive hospital and the facilities are excellent too. “I have also enjoyed lunch in the hospital restaurant which I have to say was wonderful. “Everyone I have met during my tour has been both friendly and very knowledgeable and the potential here in Grand Turk is huge. “As the service provider, I am looking forward to working closely with InterHealth Canada to ensure that we all meet people’s expectations of their country’s new healthcare system and provide quality healthcare to all. “I am also looking forward to seeing how the Cockburn Town Medical Centre can be utilised further over the coming months and years to the benefit of the community as we work together to provide a centre of excellence here in Grand Turk.” Meanwhile InterHealth Canada chief executive, Roger Cheesman, welcomed Mrs Adderley-Burton to her new post and paid tribute to her

Zaneta Adderley-Burton was described as “dynamic and progressive”.

predecessor, Brian Hogan. He added: “As CEO of InterHealth Canada and a director of NHIB, I welcome Mrs Adderley-Burton on

board. “Brian Hogan has undertaken sterling work on creating the systems of NHIP and steering the organisation through the early days. “Mrs Burton brings a new set of skills and a new conceptual framework to the post of CEO of NHIB and will, I am sure, build on the solid foundations Mr Hogan has created. “In my meetings with Mrs Adderley-Burton I have found her to be a very dynamic and progressive lady and I look forward to working with her in the coming years.” Ms Adderley-Burton officially took over the reins on July 31. Canadian Mr Hogan had been the focus of a number of attacks in the media questioning his integrity and professionalism. Last November, the Weekly News reported of eyebrows being raised over an alleged conflict of interest with Mr Hogan also presiding over the software firm used to hold hospital data, collect contributions and disburse claims. Mr Hogan said at the time, he had declared a “minority interest” in company Mitan from the outset and always excused himself from board meeting discussions about the potential use of the product. But the issue prompted suspicion from some quarters as the TCI’s new multi-million dollar hospitals once again attracted controversy.

to add to the variety of dive sites available in the country. “We know that the shortage of moorings results in dive operators being forced to drop anchor on many sites which can cause damage to coral reefs,” said Mr Stark. “We hope that this project will reduce, if not eliminate, the need to drop anchor on dive sites.” Project plans must first be reviewed and approved by the DECR. The first phase is due to begin before the end of the year. Anchor damage is said to be one of the most important physical threats to corals. Half a centimeter of coral broken off in a matter of seconds can take up to 25 years to grow back.

Mooring buoys have proven to be an effective tool around the world in reducing the problem by providing boaters with a convenient means of securing their vessels. Founded in 2010, TCRF is a volunteer-run organisation that provides funding for education, research and conservation programmes to individuals, groups and agencies working to preserve and protect the TCI’s world famous marine environment. More than 85 per cent of all funds raised through voluntary contributions from divers and snorkellers visiting the country are directed to its programmes. Visit www.tcreef.org for more information.

& CrimeCourt

Couple charged for drugs MAGISTRATE Clifton Warner granted a husband and wife $4,000 bail on Tuesday and told them to return on August 22 for their case to be heard. Jamaican national Keval Williams and his wife Roselene Benoit, originally from Haiti, were jointly charged with possession of a controlled drug and possession with intent to

supply. It was said that on Saturday August 13 in Five Cays the couple had in their possession 386 grams of cannabis. Benoit elected to be tried in the Magistrates Court and pleaded guilty to both charges while her husband chose to have his matter heard in the Supreme Court.

Trial for child attack GEORGE Pratt appeared before Magistrate Clifton Warner in Providenciales Magistrates Court for inflicting grievous bodily harm and was granted $5,000 bail. The court heard that on November 17 2010 in South Dock Road, Pratt inflicted

grievous bodily harm on a minor. When asked where he would prefer his matter to be tried, Pratt elected a jury trial in the Supreme Court. He was told to attend on October 7 for a sufficiency hearing.

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WITH Samantha Dash-RIGBY

Pair deny stealing car and crashing it Witness says car smashed into his house causing $10,000 worth of damage TWO MEN appeared for trial in Providenciales Magistrates Court on a total of 11 traffic charges. Lavardo Smith and Calvin Campbell pleaded not guilty to all the charges and the trial began before Magistrate Clifton Warner. It was said that on July 17 2010 the two defendants took a blue Isuzu Rodeo jeep, which belonged to Alfredo Calmona without his consent. It was also alleged that they drove and allowed themselves to be driven in the vehicle without Calmona’s consent. Additionally, Smith was charged with unlicensed driving and using a motor vehicle without insurance on July 18 and he pleaded guilty to those. Campbell, 28, was charged with dangerous driving, unlicensed driving and using a motor vehicle without insurance but he denied those allegations. Under oath, Calmona testified that he parked his jeep close to a friend’s house in Kewtown around 4pm on July 17. He arranged with the friend that he would leave the key in

the ignition and the friend would collect the jeep. Around 11pm, Calmona said he looked outside and noticed the jeep was gone but thought that his friend had collected it as per their arrangement. It was not until the following morning that he realised that his vehicle was stolen. Next in the witness box was John Wayne Lang who testified that the vehicle was driven into the side of his home in Lower Bight causing over $10,000 worth of damage. Lang said that he was asleep around 1am on July 19 when he heard a loud noise. The transformer had exploded and the power went out. He got dressed and went out onto his second floor balcony to investigate. Looking down, he discovered a dark coloured SUV parked outside his house emitting smoke. Further observation revealed that the vehicle had left the main road, cut a path through the bushes, broken down a section of his concrete wall, run over his picnic table, hit the septic tank and then flew into the

Man admits police station damage A MAN was charged and arraigned in Providenciales Magistrates Court for malicious damage to property and was released on $1,000 bail. Peter Robinson was ordered to return to court on August 22 for sentencing. After the charge was read to Robinson, he admitted to Magistrate

Clifton Warner that on August 12 at Five Cays Police Station he broke two video cameras that belonged to the TCI government. He elected to be tried in the Magistrates Court and will return on Monday at which time Magistrate Warner will hear the evidence against him and pass sentence.

side of his house. However, it did not stop there. It then turned and landed on top of his air conditioning unit. While surveying all the damage, Lang saw a flashlight coming through the bushes and turned towards the vehicle. It was police officers. He descended the stairs and peering into the crashed jeep, saw a bag on the floor and blood on the

steering wheel. There was no one was in the jeep. About four minutes later, Lang said he saw two individuals emerging from the bushes. One of them fell down, the other helped him up and they left the premises. A while later, he noticed a light in the jeep and upon inspection realised that one of the individuals had returned and was using his cell

phone as a light in the vehicle. “Where is my shoe? Where is my bag,” the man asked Lang. He was clad in a brown T-shirt, with a white towel around his neck and asked for an aspirin to treat a headache. Lang went into his house to get the aspirin and call 911 at the same time but when he returned, the man was gone. The case continues.

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Wine bar worker wins $5,000 from Digicel (from left) Digicel CEO EJ Saunders, cash winner Andrew Alnar, and Digicel staff Nadege Prosper and Trina Adams.

Chamber of Commerce directors sought A NEW board of directors will be chosen at the next meeting of the Providenciales Chamber of Commerce. The organisation’s annual general meeting will take place at the Sands resort on September 12 from 7.30pm. All positions are open to be filled for a two-year tenure. Members paid up for the current year are

eligible to vote at the meeting. A spokeswoman said: “The Chamber of Commerce is a voice for all businesses in the community. Please take the time to consider yourself or a business person you know who is interested in serving on the board of directors.” Call 232 6418 or email provochamber@gmail.com to RSVP or for more information.

THREE Islanders have been counting their lucky stars after striking it rich on a $25,000 Digicel promotion. Vino Tiempo wine bar worker Andrew Alner became the latest to scoop a $5,000 cash prize this week from the telecoms firm’s summer giveaway. Andrew, from the Philippines, initially thought it was a joke when Digicel staff called him to tell him of his win. He later thanked the company for the prize which he said he would put towards buying a car. Shalawn Delancy was the first winner of the promotion on July 9, also receiving a cheque for $5,000 after signing up for Digicel’s

postpaid service. And on July 27, Tracy-Ann Blake, an employee with Air Turks and Caicos in Grand Turk, walked away with $5,000 for topping up $20 or more. Digicel kicked off its 2011 summer and fifth anniversary promotions on June 28. Five customers will each be awarded $5,000 with two still to be selected before September 7. There are five ways to qualify including: signing up for a postpaid plan; topping up $20 or more; purchasing a top five non-BlackBerry handset; purchasing a BlackBerry Smartphone; or playing Digicel’s ‘text to win’ game.

August 20 - 26, 2011

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Grand Turk doctor turns full circle ONE of Grand Turk’s most popular daughters is returning to her roots. Dr Denise BraithwaiteTennant will head back to her homeland next month to run the island’s hospital. For the past 18 months she has been in charge of InterHealth Canada’s emergency departments based at the Cheshire Hall Medical Centre. And it’s a role Dr Braithwaite-Tennant will now combine with her new administrative post at the Cockburn Town Medical Centre. The consultant physician has turned full circle after gaining the Governor’s Scholarship for Academic Excellence as a teenager. She explained: “I was born in Grand Turk and grew up in the West Road area. I have a passion for the people of the TCI and everyone who calls this beautiful country their home. “I left Grand Turk to pursue a career in the field of medicine after successfully winning the Governor’s Scholarship and I’m delighted to be going back.” After studying for a Bachelor of Science in biology in the United States, Dr Braithwaite-Tennant gained a degree in general medicine from the University of the West Indies in Trinidad and a Specialty in emergency medicine from the University of the West Indies in Jamaica. Her career has seen her work at hospitals in Barbados, Connecticut and every level one facility in Jamaica. The trauma expert, who is currently studying for a Master’s in health systems management at the University of Liverpool, said she is looking forward to further improving the healthcare

Denise’s departure is described as “Provo’s loss and Grand Turk’s gain”.

service in Grand Turk. “This country has made significant strides in the improvement of healthcare with the establishment of the NHIP and the InterHealth Canada hospital,” she added. “I am extremely happy that InterHealth has given me the opportunity to serve in this capacity. “My dedication to the improvement of the secondary healthcare sector is going to be the impetus that drives me to fulfill this role to the best of my ability. “I am dedicated to working with all stakeholders to create quality services to all who access services at the Cockburn Town Medical Centre and the TCI hospitals as a whole.” Meanwhile InterHealth Canada’s CEO, Roger Cheesman, described Dr Braithwaite-Tennant’s move as “Provo’s loss and Grand Turk’s gain”.

Red Cross meeting RED Cross members – and those interested in joining – are invited to a general meeting on August 30. The event, which includes an update on branch activities and finances, will begin at 7pm in the charity’s thrift store in Leeward Highway,

Providenciales. Members are reminded that their membership will be automatically revoked if they do not attend three consecutive monthly meetings without apology. Apologies to redcrossprovo@tciway.tc or 941 8056.

He said: “It is with mixed feelings that we all see Denise move from the Cheshire Hall Medical Centre to Cockburn Town Medical Centre. “However, fortunately this highly popular, talented and inspirational young lady will be spending time with us on Provo on a regular basis as part of her role as head of the emergency department. “We have all witnessed her expertise in the emergency department and now we are sure to see those skills come to the fore once more. “Her new post in Grand Turk will be challenging, balancing life as a mum and wife as well as running ED services, undertaking administrative duties at Cockburn Town Medical Centre and, to cap it all off, working towards an advanced management degree. “Our best wishes go with Denise and we look forward to working with her in this new position.” Dr Braithwaite-Tennant is seen as both an inspirational figure and a role model to youngsters in Grand Turk. Teenager, Kenya Jones, who is studying medicine in the UK and recently spent time on work experience with InterHealth Canada, said: “Dr Braithwaite-Tennant is a huge inspiration to us all. “Like me, she is from Grand Turk and I too want to study to be a doctor and come back and serve my people in the same way she has.”

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We welcome letters from all members of the public on a variety of topics.

Motoring fines – get a grip Dear Editor, In response to the notion that the new motoring fines are an extortion and a hidden tax – what?! If you are driving safely, and driving legally, you won’t get fined. Get a grip. And while we’re talking – why don’t we have breathalyser testing here?

It’s obscene to know that so many of our drivers drive drunk and then have fatal accidents. What’s worse is the cost to TCIG of hospitalising all these illegal drivers after their stupid accidents, and the associated high costs of insurance which results. Nicky Turner

Dialogue for a better TCI Dear Editor, Without sounding racist or prejudiced, I ask myself: When I enter a government facility/office and recognise some of the employees, most times the janitor or messenger, is of another nationality, be they Haitian, Dominican or even Filipino, can not a TC Islander, speaking with a TCI dialect, function in these types of positions? Or are we too proud to be ‘gainfully employed’? I am an advocate of human rights, and I am a very strong believer in equity and equality, but with a PhD in leadership, and having written extensively on ‘culture’, it escapes me as to why TCIs seem to avoid these select areas of employment. And true, I must confess, there are certain kinds of positions that are reserved for TCIs (and for some,

excuse the French, for blacks), and it has been openly known that TCIs themselves are very surprised when conducting regular business, that decision-makers are indeed black, or to be exact, TCIs! One other individual said things must be changing! But change it will, and must! Take for instance, do we realise that the garbageman is one of the highest paid jobs, not only here, but worldwide, and TCIs detest those positions! As a people, race, and country, we now need to change those attitudes and show all critics that TCIs are not lazy, ultra select, and can be engaged. We need to work together as one, one people and one nation. Let us dialogue for a better TCI. Edward E. Smith

Upsetting front page photo Dear Editor, We wish to express our absolute disappointment with the front page photo of officer Crystal Stubbs in your August 13-19 edition of the Weekly News. Kindly be advised that this image has shown complete disrespect not only to officer Stubbs but to her loved ones as well. Kindly note that she is not only a passenger in a vehicle accident but she belongs to a family. The graphic image placed on the front page was not only disturbing

but played as a constant reminder of the near death tragedy our sister faced. For future reference please seek permission from the family members of injured victims, not because it is a must, but to pay respect to the family for it doesn’t affect the paper but it plays an emotional toll on the ones who care! Your patience and time is greatly appreciated. Regards Miss C Stubbs

Editorial note:

It is common practice for newspapers to use photographs of road victims, provided they are not suffering life-threatening injuries, which Ms Stubbs was not believed to be at the time. The Weekly News believes it is important to highlight the serious implications of high speed road accidents to encourage all motorists to take care on highways. We apologise for any upset caused and wish Ms Stubbs a full and speedy recovery.

LETTERS SHOULD BE KEPT TO A MAXIMUM OF 450 WORDS

Who will be ensnared in David Smith story? Dear Editor, In all honesty, plea-bargaining is a way of life in the USA. Even when it ensnares the most unsuspecting persons, it is still a form of ‘snitching’ and calls into question motives. If my proposed sentence is not going to be reduced, why should I ensnare or implicate someone else? That question is often asked, and the response is “it will help you out”, rather than letting us know who the other conspirators or wrongdoers are. Too often the wrong persons go to

jail for the wrong reason. And more so, the right persons go for the wrong reason. Plea bargaining is wrong but it get the job done, and it calls to task the ‘smart’ persons. The co-conspirators are the smart persons, and often times are not directly related or connected to the crimes, as such, corruption! Who in the TCI will be ensnared in the David Smith story? This can go far and wide, and can bring unwanted and unwarranted attention to many here. I hope this is not the case, but

usually when the American go fishing their nets are well spread. Again, I wonder who here will follow the cooperation trail, snitch and serve? And for the want-to-be snitchers, do not forget, here in the TCI there are no witness protection programmes, so snitching is at your own peril. There is cited research on ethics, values, bragging, bribery, bluffing or lying, but snitching is an abnormality, and will be an area for my future research. Edward E. Smith

COMMENTARY

Changing of the guard SOON Governor Wetherell will be leaving for good and Governor Todd will be arriving. What is interesting is that Todd will not arrive until after Wetherell is gone. Does this signal a disconnect? Why didn’t they overlap to provide at least introductions for the new ruling Governor? While we believe they may have met and consulted in London, we just don’t know. So much for transparency. When Governor Wetherell replaced Tauwhare after two years there was still an internal government. With direct rule over two years old and matters financial under Britain’s control starting three years ago, we expected a different change over than was the practice in the past. Governor Wetherell leaves many questions unanswered. Here are just a few: Why did NIB put millions in the risky TCI Bank? Why did TCI Bank fail? Why did FSC fail to act? Why were the attorneys representing NIB, FSC and TCI Bank in a rush to move the bank to final liquidation? Attorneys

By David Tapfer all connected to the PNP party! Why was the Interhealth Canada contract, now pronounced a budget breaker, approved without debate or referendum when all residents are obliged to pay for it? Where is the list of new doctors and the medical expertise they bring to TCI? Why was the contract to build the hospitals for an excessive sum not audited? Since it was awarded without a bidding process this appears necessary. Why are the terms of the hospital mortgage still under wraps? The public is obliged to pay the mortgage and ought to be advised. If the budget put together by the Wetherell-led government does not achieve balance, what then? Will

elections be cancelled again? Who will pay the deficits and then pay back the $260m due in four to five years? Britain borrowed but who will pay? Why have we not set up a utility commission to audit and monitor the three private monopolies in TCI; Fortis, TCU and Provo Stevedoring? Who really owns Provo Stevedoring? Why is TCIG promoting tourism in the sparsely populated Canadian providences and ignoring the mid-sections of the USA which has 10 times the number of people? What are the prospects for TCI’s financial service industry? We would like to hear from government on the negative impact their new taxes, regulations and fines will have on the economy and inward investments. What is the true status of the SIPT team? Why was David Smith sentenced to six years in TCI and 30 in the USA for the same crime? These are just a portion of the unanswered questions remaining the people will present to the new Governor.

Please note that all submissions are subject to editing in keeping with defamation laws and newspaper style. Letters should be accompanied by the author’s full name, location and phone number. Names will be withheld if requested.

August 20 - 26, 2011

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A total of 57 surgeries were carried out.

Clayton Thomas (left) and Martin Stanley (right) were sworn in by Governor Gordon Wetherell.

Stanley, Thomas sworn into advisory council Scores of pet owners attended the clinic.

Visiting vets, happy pets Grand Turk TCSPCA branch holds its first spay/neuter clinic ALMOST 60 Grand Turk dogs and cats were operated on this month at the first spay/neuter clinic of the TCSPCA’s new Grand Turk branch. Volunteers declared the clinic from August 8 to 13 a “resounding success”, saying it would result in a significant reduction of unwanted pets in the capital island. Government vet Dr Mark Butler and Dr Rich Sefcik, the charity’s volunteer vet, travelled to Grand Turk from Providenciales to perform the surgeries and give advice to pet owners. Air Turks and Caicos generously provided transportation for the team. In addition to the 57 surgeries, a number of animals also received health check-ups, vaccinations and medication, and were officially registered with the Environmental Health department, in keeping with

legal requirements. Animal control officer Lance Dowridge helped set up the clinic and worked with owners who needed assistance transporting their pets to the appointments. The charity thanked pet owners who attended, plus all local businesses and residents who assisted with sponsorship and donations. The TCSPCA formed its Grand Turk chapter in spring this year to provide a “voice for those who cannot speak”. The goal is to ensure every animal in the Islands is cared for and free from abuse. The Grand Turk TCSPCA shop, located on Duke Street just before it turns into Queen Street, is now open on cruise ship days as well as on Saturdays from 9am to 1pm. Dog/cat collars, pet toys, T-shirts and other goodies are on sale. Call 247 6235 for more information or if you are interested in becoming a member.

TWO of the newest members of the interim administration were officially sworn in during Governor Gordon Wetherell’s last advisory council meeting. Martin Stanley – who will temporarily replace departing public service chief Mark Capes – and Clayton Thomas, succeeding Eugene Otuonye on the advisory council, took the oath last Thursday.

Mr Capes bids farewell to the Islands this month to take up Governorship of St Helena, Ascension Island and Tristan da Cunha. Mr Otuonye, a QC, exited both the council and the Public Services Commission recently to instead head the Integrity Commission. Mr Wetherell is himself to leave the TCI imminently after a three-year tenure, making way for economics

expert Damian Todd. Mr Stanley steps into Mr Capes’ shoes until a permanent successor is found. The senior civil servant previously took on the role in August 2009 for six weeks. Hotel boss Mr Thomas previously dubbed his appointment to the advisory body a “privilege” and vowed to do his best for his “beloved country”.

Shakespeare ‘alive and well’ at youth centre TCI youngsters have been busy learning all about Shakespeare at the Edward C Gartland Youth Centre. The great British poet and playwright came under the spotlight as part of the centre’s action-packed summer programme, under the auspices of director Roxann WakeForbes Help was enlisted from Philadelphia-based artists, Scott Cannon and Susan Cade, in conjunction with Barbara Pankhurst, of the Friends of the Arts Foundation (TCFAF). An ambitious syllabus of 30-minute versions of Shakespeare’s classics was the result. Scott and Susan introduced the 27 young participants to As You Like It, Othello and Romeo and Juliet in what was described as a “successful

and magical” week. Ms Pankhurst said: “As soon as Romeo and Juliet was cast, the students started eagerly learning their lines as they divided up into Montagues and Capulets, distinguished by red and blue sashes, to capture the flavour of Shakespeare’s timeless love story. “Scott coached them in each scene, emphasising proper diction, projection of their voices and staging cues. “Every morning started with a roll call to belt out their names and give a short action that represented their feelings that day. Spirited warm-up exercises followed to get mind and body ready for acting.” The multi-disciplinary workshop included popular activities such as sword fighting and Renaissance

dance choreography, plus arts and crafts projects to make the jewelled masks and crowns for the ball. The aspiring actors also watched Shakespeare films to see how professionals perform the roles. The week culminated in a short performance of Romeo and Juliet before an audience at the youth centre. Dressing up in Renaissance costumes, provided by TCFAF, helped bring history alive. The workshops went down a storm with the children who lauded the opportunity to take part, learn new skills and make new friends. The events were supported by Ed and Carol Gartland, Barbara and Mark Pankhurst, American Airlines, TCFAF, Power 92.5, and 102.5 Kiss FM.

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Protect yourself against intruders leave you alone. • Be a concerned neighbour and call 911 about suspicious people in the neighbourhood. • If you see someone outside your home or your neighbour’s home who looks suspicious, alert your neighbours and contact the police. • Get to know your neighbours and work with them to keep your neighbourhood safe.

with Sergeant Calvin Chase A HOME invasion is every homeowner’s worst nightmare. For many people their home represents safety, security, and sanctuary. The Turks and Caicos Islands is still a safe country to live, work, and visit; however, people should not be complacent. Many crimes are crimes of opportunity. You can help to mitigate your risk by following some of these safety tips. Entries points are often through an open door or window. • The areas outside of your main entrance should be lit properly so that there are no dark shadows where someone can hide. • Keep your curtains drawn, shades and blinds down as far as possible so that people cannot look into your home, especially after nightfall. • Keep all entrances where you live well illuminated. • Install effective deadbolt locks. • Never leave your doors or windows unlocked. Keep them locked at all times even if you live in an extremely safe neighbourhood and even if you are at home. • Have secure locks on all windows and be sure to use them. • Use high quality locks and strike plates on doors to prevent kick-ins and pry bars. • If your house or bedroom is equipped with a sliding glass door make sure there are secondary locking devices such as a piece of doweling, pin-locking device, or some kind of mechanism to prevent the door from being lifted

out of its tracks. • Keep porch light and lights that surrounds your house on all night or on a timer. • Leave a light on in one or two rooms inside your home. • Routinely check all access points to your home: windows, doors, basement access and garage door. Test and examine each latch, lock, window and door. • If you come home and find a door or window open or signs of forced entry, do not go inside! Go to a safe place and call the police. • Always have your door key ready so you can enter your home without delay. • If you live alone, when friends and relatives drop you off have them enter the house with you to ensure that everything is safe before they

Youth centre summer party

FUN-loving youngsters are invited to join in the festivities at the Edward C. Gartland Youth Centre’s summer bash on August 27. Members will mark the end of a successful summer session with their annual party, filled with games and activities from 12pm until 6pm. Revellers can cheer on basketball games, create jewellery or pretend to be a pop idol with karaoke. In addition to limbo and games such as bean bag toss and tug o’ war, the day will also feature the centre’s first ever fashion show at 4pm. Members of the community and the youth centre will be striking a pose and strutting their

stuff down the catwalk. Outfits have been generously loaned by Mama’s Gift Shop, Paulette Daley, the Red Cross and the Salvation Army. The youth centre is located in downtown Providenciales. It is a non-government, non-profit facility that aspires to empower young people by providing them with opportunities as they strive for excellence. Bosses pride themselves on being able to introduce youngsters to new activities and ideas in a place that keeps them involved in positive recreation. To learn more about the centre call Roxann Wake-Forbes on 331 9602 or Charrish Ferguson on 332 9605.

If you are a victim of a home invasion, remember the following: • Even though you are nervous try to stay calm. • Concentrate on getting information so you can be an effective witness. • Look carefully at the intruders, even if they are masked. Is there something unique about them such as scars, tattoos, large nose? • What are they wearing? Listen to everything they say and how they say it. • Catch any distinguishing odours such as tobacco, also alcohol or aftershave. After an event: • Go to a safe place. • Call the police

Help design census jingle and slogan CREATIVE Islanders are being invited to help design a slogan and a jingle for the forthcoming census, due to be officially launched next month. Government has now completed funding preparations, paving the way for the longawaited population count to start early next year. Officials are calling on members of the public to get their thinking caps on as to the best way to promote the nationwide initiative. A competition to design a census logo is already underway in secondary schools with the winners to be announced shortly. All residents, of any nationality, are free to enter the slogan and jingle competitions. The slogan would become the motto of the census and would be used on all related material and activities. It should help promote the initiative and be no more than 10 words in length. The winner will receive $300, with $200 and $100

up for grabs for those placed second and third. The jingle should be a short song depicting any aspect of the census and will be used throughout the campaign. It should be no more than 45 seconds in length and must not have been previously entered into a competition, published, self-published or published on a website or broadcast prior to entry. The winner will get $1,200. Second and third placed participants will win $700 and $500 respectively. All entries should be sent to Shirlen Forbes, Department of Economic Planning & Statistics, South Base, Grand Turk. Email is saforbes@gov.tc The deadline for entries is Friday August 31. Label the envelope ‘Census 2012 Slogan Competition’ or ‘Census 2012 Jingle Competition’. Name, contact number and address must be included in the envelope.

Preserve evidence - do not change your clothes or disturb the scene of the crime. If you need medical attention, call 911. The RTCIPF has put measures in place to help ensure people’s safety and security but we need the public’s assistance. The RTCIPF is committed to making our country a safer place to live. But we cannot do it alone, we must all work together. Neighbourhood Watch can be implemented and the RTCIPF community policing team can help. Visit communitypolice@tcipolice.tc

Sex offences

FOR many people their home represents safety, security and sanctuary. The idea that a sexual predator could violate this sanctuary has become of great concern for the RTCIPF. It’s true no one wants to even think about the possibility of this happening to them. A sex crime is a totally different crime to a burglary – and perpetrated by a totally different type of criminal. Sexual predators are targeting people in their homes now more than ever. If you are the victim of a sex attack, concentrate on taking mental notes of any distinguishing features your attacker has. Preserve evidence. Don’t shower or douche; blood and semen are important evidence. And don’t change your clothes or disturb the scene of the crime. Get medical care. This is vital.

All smiles as Rashadia Palmer cuts the cake.

Surprise birthday celebration for Rashadia THERE was a double celebration for one lucky Islander who got the chance to see Rihanna live in concert – and mark her 18th birthday days later. Rashadia Palmer was delighted when her mother Requel Woodside won a Lime promotion for two VIP tickets to see the singer perform in her native Barbados. Requel, with Rashadia as her guest, received the star treatment at the vibrant show at the Kensington Oval on August 5, thanks to the telecoms firm. Lime staff later took time out to mark Rashadia’s coming of age with a surprise celebration. A company spokeswoman said: “The local Lime team remembered that Rashadia’s birthday was coming

up and a little surprise was planned. “A beautiful cake was made and she was invited to the office where she received a bouquet of roses presented by Lime’s Rashard Goddard.” Rashadia also received other Lime goodies during the August 10 presentation. The spokeswoman added: “Team Lime sang ‘Happy Birthday’ to the very shy young lady who said thanks to the team. “There were smiles and she was very gracious in accepting the birthday wishes.” Requel also thanked the company for “stepping in and making Rashadia’s 18th birthday very special”.

August 20 - 26, 2011

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Tribute to Dena Hamilton, 38

this week

Friday, August 12 to Thursday, August 18

Memorial service held at St Monica’s Anglican Church By Veronica Duncanson SCORES of family members and friends were present at the memorial service for the late Dena Kent Janelle Hamilton who passed away on August 4 in the Intensive Care Unit of the Princess Margaret Hospital, in Nassau. Dena was the older daughter and second child of the late Howard and Eva Hamilton, of Leeward, Providenciales. She was 38 at the time of her passing, and would have celebrated her 39th birthday on August 15. Like her other siblings, Dena was born in Nassau, and spent her early years there between her family home in Sea Breeze Estates and her maternal grandmother Cecilia Duncanson’s house in Malcolm Road. She attended Nassau Christian Academy Pre-School. During the memorial services tributes from Dena’s classmates, family members, and childhood friends, led by Rev’d. Bradley Handfield, recalled the happy days that she spent in Bottle Creek and Provo. In 1978, Dena moved with her family to Providenciales and she continued her schooling at Provo Primary, and later at the Raymond Gardiner High School in North Caicos. While in Bottle Creek she again had the privilege of living with her Grammy Cecilia, (who had returned to the TCI to care for her ailing father), and great grand-parents, the late Henry Smith and Laura Jane Saunders Smith. Dena was buried in Lakeview Memorial Gardens, Nassau on August 13 in her mother’s plot, following a mass at St Agnes Anglican Church, Baillou Road. The Venerable Archdeacon I. Ranfurly Brown, Rector of St Agnes, preached the sermon. Also officiating were the Very Reverend Patrick Adderley, Dean of Christ Church Cathedral, the Rev’d. Neil Nairn, and Canon Warren Rolle. Dena’s siblings and other immediate family members travelled to Nassau for the funeral service, as well as two other memorial services given by Sandilands Rehabilitations Centre and Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, which were held in her memory. Other locals attending the funeral included Mr Galmore and Mrs Althea Williams, Mrs Lucille Lightbourne, and Mr Chuck Musgrove. Dena graduated from North Caicos High School in 1988 and

Dena was described as a “dreamer” who loved experiencing different cultures through travel.

returned to Nassau to begin her tertiary education at the College of the Bahamas (COB), where she matriculated for three years before transferring to Barry University. While studying at COB, on October 11 1990 Dena became a teen mother, giving birth to a beautiful baby girl. She named her Sascha Jade Lerelle. In 1992, with the full support of her family, Dena entered Barry University. At Barry, Dena was active in the student life and participated fully in campus activities. She was a member of the Caribbean Student Association, photography club, and served as treasurer of the Student Government Association. Further, Dena pledged Alpha Kappa Sorority Incorporated, and was initiated into the South Florida city-wide chapter in December 1995. She served faithfully. Dena graduated from Barry University with a Bachelor of Science degree in biology in 1996. Recognising the need for additional qualifications, she continued her studies at St Thomas University, and graduated with a MBA in health management in 2000. Following graduation, Dena returned to Nassau and gained employment with the Public Hospitals Authority on May 1 2001. She was posted at the Sandilands Rehabilitation Centre as an administrative trainee, and was confirmed in post as an administrative officer III on June 16 2002. After years of assiduous and dedicated service she was promoted to administrative officer II in 2005.

Dena served as administrative officer II with responsibility for nursing area II, CCAC, security, fire safety, pharmacy, laboratory services, substance abuse, and annual reports. Dena had a quest for knowledge, and in 2008 she enrolled in the CPA review programme at Galilee College with plans to become a certified public accountant. During classes, Dena was known to question anything she didn’t understand or wanted further clarity on. Although she experienced two unsuccessful in attempts at the exams, she never gave up, and even while recuperating at home she was still reviewing her CPA books. Dena was active in the Eta Psi Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, and served faithfully until her demise. She chaired several committees, was president of the Chapter’s Investment Club, and participated in numerous service projects, volunteer activities, and performed many executive duties. She honoured her sorority’s oath, ‘service to all mankind, with eagerness, a steadfast determination, and a willingness to participate and to lead when called upon. Dena loved diversity of culture. She adored photography. She enjoyed history. Travelling provided the opportunity for her to engage in these passions. Dena was a dreamer, and shared her many goals and ambitions with anyone who would care to listen. Anyone who knew her knew that she always spoke of improvement in her life, whether it was in her relationships with people or in her career. Dena was very determined – in joy and in adversity. In life she was determined to have the best in life and to achieve all her goals. At the end, this same determination was evidenced with her making peace with her loved ones and with her God. On March 15 2011 Dena was found in a diabetic coma in her apartment, and was rushed to the Princess Margaret Hospital, and admitted to the Intensive Care Unit. She remained in hospital until May 6. On May 24 she was readmitted to PMH due to a blood clot, and remained hospitalised until May 28. On Saturday, July 23 Dena was readmitted to PMH, and died on August 4 at 9.55pm. May she rest in peace.

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Sunday, August 21

 Kickstart the weekend by joining in the fun at Horse Eye Jack’s full moon party. The Blue Hills venue boasts the island’s best party atmosphere. On until late. Call 941 4955 for more details.

 Feeling lucky? Win cash at the Rotary Club’s weekly bingo night every Sunday from 7pm at Club Pillows opposite the Veranda resort in Grace Bay.

 Aspiring dancers will have the chance to receive tuition from a top professional visiting Providenciales this week. Elizabeth Mackin Karas, artistic director with Pittsburg-based Wexford Dance Academy, will put youngsters through their paces during a series of special classes. Group and private ballet sessions for a variety of levels will be held in conjunction with the Friends of the Arts Foundation (TCFAF). There will also be dance history classes for intermediate and advanced students, plus sessions on conditioning, nutrition and injury prevention. All take place at Stargazer Villa’s dance studio at 29 International Drive and are free of charge, although donations to TCFAF are appreciated. Class sizes are limited to the first 12 students. Call Barbara Pankhurst on 231 2288 or email bstrogatz@aol.com

Monday, August 22

 Get into the weekend mood with the intense and electrifying Tae-Bo class at Graceway Sports Centre from 6pm to 7pm. Free for gym members, $12 for non-members. For more information call 4426349 or email info@graceway.com  Craig Archibold gets the party started at the Regent Palms from 7pm on Friday nights with the sound of classic Caribbean and Motown tunes. Call 946-8666 for details.  Kids can enjoy a Friday night camp out each week at Grace Bay Club from 5pm to 9pm. For $45 per child, youngsters can tuck into dinner under the stars and s’mores, take part in activities and watch a movie. Email morgan@gracebayclub.com or call 231-KIDS (5437) to reserve a space.

Saturday, August 20  Revel in the sound of smooth jazz by talented performer Perry Delancey on Saturday nights from 7pm at the Regent Palms. Call 946-8666 for details.  Mums and Tots Dance Party classes are held every Saturday at The Athletic Club in Saltmills Plaza for mothers and their little ones. Mothers, bring your little ones to dance, jump, twist and shake! Children have fun learning movement basics to fun music and mums get a light exercise while spending quality time. Mums and Tots classes begin at 10am and cost just $10. Dads are welcome! Call Shara Bowen on 244-1103 for more details.

 Start your week with a fun and calorie-burning Tae-Bo class at Graceway Sports Centre from 6pm to 7 pm. Free for gym members, $12 for non-members. For more information call 4426349 or email info@graceway.com  Girls and boys aged 11 to 19 years old are invited to take part in a fun singing group. The TCI Youth Chorale rehearses every Monday at 6pm at the Edward C Gartland Youth Centre, downtown, Providenciales. For more information call 3317176.

Tuesday, August 23 Come and hear the Island Boys duo play at Opus restaurant in Ocean Club East this Tuesday from 7.30pm to 10pm.

Wednesday, August 24  Correy Forbes and DJ Cliff will be providing entertainment at Mango Reef Restaurant at the Alexandra Resort this evening. Come along between 6.30pm and 9pm for some great island tunes.  Enjoy the easy listening sounds of live duo NaDa at the Regent Palms on Wednesdays from 7pm. Call 9468666 for details.  Are you in need of inner peace? Interested in a healthy lifestyle and a toned and flexible body? Then you need David Bowen’s yoga classes at The Athletic Club in the Saltmills Plaza. Come along on Monday, Wednesday or Friday at 7am, Tuesday and Thursday at 6.30pm or Saturday at 9am. Call 941-8686 for more details.

Thursday, August 25  Celebrate good health with wellness coach Benneth Williams every Thursday evening. Come along to Williams Block, suite number six, on Lower Bight Road, Providenciales, from 7pm. There you will get a free wellness consultation and an hour of fun. For more details call Benneth at 246-0300 or email hls_com@yahoo. com

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Understanding your body type – how to train and eat accordingly WITHOUT a doubt, we can all see when looking around that people are not built the same. Each one of us is different and unique but, from a body type point of view, we all fall under one of the three generally accepted body type categories, and those are: ectomorph, mesomorph and endomorph. Each one of those types has different physiological characteristics and differs from the others. There are very few people that are a pure type and even then, with the years passing by and due to different physiological reactions within the body, that can change. Most individuals, men and

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women, are a mix of types but with one predominant type. Why is it important for you to know which category you belong to? Well if you’re interested in changing the way you look, losing weight/fat, becoming healthier or even if training for a specific athletic goal, you should adapt your training routine and eating habits according to your body type for positive and faster results. One training programme, for example, might work for one person and give great results but be a mistake for another. I am going to take each category and explain it over the next two weeks, so you can understand it better and find out what the best approach to take is when you want to

improve your body. The ectomorph type is the skinny person who has problems putting weight on; the mesomorph is the lucky one, which is pretty proportional with an athletic look and who builds muscle easily; and finally the endomorph, which appears to be predominant these days, is the type that holds on to fat and is usually overweight or with a tendency to gain weight quickly. ECTOMORPH The ectomorph is that naturally thin person with a high metabolism who has a hard time building muscles or putting weight on. However they are the ones that can get those six-packs out without a problem. They can get that ripped look faster than any other type because of the very low fat percentage in their body, and they can eat what they want, when they want and how much they want, without any consequence on their physique. The trouble comes when trying to build muscle, where they really struggle gaining even the smallest amount of size, whether on arms,

legs, butt or wherever else they want. In order to boost muscle gain, they should eat a lot of food with a high caloric intake, and the main nutrients in their case should be protein. The protein should never be missing with any meal as it is so important in muscle building and stimulating that growth. Also, fat and carb intake should definitely be high. They should consider some supplementation as well, along with some protein shake once or twice a day. I think the best way to explain it is, if you are an ectomorph, you should eat like you are bigger than you are. In regard to training for ectomorphs, the emphasis will be on training hard with weights to gain muscle. Because of the low fat percentage, any muscle gain will show and that will act as a motivational factor. When training, I recommend between four to eight repetitions, of three to five sets, to really maximise strength and muscle gain. I recommend a minimum of four times a week training as you have to hit each muscle group more than once a week.

You have to hit it hard and heavy with multiple exercises and multiple sets and that’s why the best approach is a split workout per muscle group. You can choose a push/pull routine or you can do an opposite routine where you work biceps/ triceps one day, chest/back the next day and shoulders/legs for the third day and then repeat. Very important is to mentally focus on your training and give it everything you have as your training requires a lot of dedication. Cardio is important in your routine too because your heart is also a muscle and has to be trained. Besides that, good blood circulation will provide your muscles with oxygen and facilitate nutrient exchange within the muscles at a faster rate, improving their performance. As cardio burns calories, and in this case less calories will be available for your muscles to use in order to grow, try to keep your cardio training to a maximum of three times a week and don’t exceed 20 to 30 minutes per session. As I said in the beginning, you most likely are a mix of body types but if you find yourself with quite a few of the above characteristics then probably your dominant type is the ectomorph and you should train smart in order to get the results that you want. For body type questions, email ancafitness@live.com. Next week: mesomorph.

health Tip 

ENJOY plantain chips the healthy way – and get a potassium boost at the same time. Ingredients: • 2 green plantains • 2 tbsps olive oil • 1 tsp chili powder • Half tsp cumin • Eighth tsp cayenne pepper • Half tsp salt Method: • Preheat oven to 400. • Remove plantain peel with a knife and slice plantains thinly. • In a bowl, toss plantain slices with olive oil, spices and salt. Spread in a single layer on a cookie sheet. • Bake for 15 to 17 minutes, turning slices after about eight minutes. Watch closely after turning – they can burn quickly. Remove from oven and serve. • Chips are best eaten immediately but they’ll keep for about a day.

Benefits of bananas THIS week let’s talk about something loved by us all – bananas. My research tells me that bananas offer an excellent source of potassium and vitamins C and B6. Potassium is important as it helps keep the body fluids and electrolyte balance in body cells and helps in regulating blood pressure. Higher levels of potassium in the body can reduce the possibility of a stroke. The fact that bananas are high in potassium and low in salt makes them ideal for people who are suffering from blood pressure problems and have to watch their salt intake. Bananas are a good source of fibre, magnesium, carbohydrates, riboflavin and biotin. Since bananas have a lower water content than most other fruits, they contain more calories and more sugar than those fruits.

Bananas contain a high amount of pectin too. Pectin is a soluble fibre that lowers cholesterol, is soothing to the gastrointestinal tract, and normalises bowel function. Studies have shown that plantain bananas may be effective in the treatment of peptic ulcers. Bananas are also a natural source of iron. The iron found in

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bananas can help in the creation of haemoglobin, making them ideal for people suffering from anaemia.

Lighten the load

TRY using white vinegar instead of laundry softener. It leaves your clothes soft without the synthetic smell. White vinegar also works a treat as a glass cleaner and limescale remover. Plantain bananas may help treat peptic ulcers

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How to kill sugar ants GETTING rid of ants is never a simple proposition, despite their simple nature. Luckily for you, you’re trying to get rid of sugar ants, and they are probably the most simple-minded ant species. The real sugar ant is a native of the Australian continent, and exclusive to that part of the world. Pavement ants and pharaoh ants are most mistakenly referred to as sugar ants, and they happen to be the most abundant ants here. For the purposes of maintaining simplicity in this article, I will refer to both pharaoh and pavement ants as sugar ants. After all, both ants are controlled and killed the same way. Sugar ants are a problem during the months of March through October, particularly in the kitchen and the bathroom. Wipe down kitchen counter tops with bleach each night to get rid of sugar ants. Sugar ants love a dirty countertop almost as much as they love a dirty sink. I can’t count the number of times I’ve spilled a few crystals of sugar (for my morning coffee) from the sugar cup on the counter, only to find I’ve fed an entire colony of ants the next morning. Wiping your countertops with bleach will not only help sanitise your kitchen, but bleach breaks down the pheromones that ants use to follow each other to sources of food. Boric acid, less commonly known as boracic acid, is an acid used as a flame retardant, a fission rate regulator, an antiseptic and an insecticide. It often comes in the form of a white powder (available in some pharmacies or at Sunshine Nursery), and is highly effective and widely used as a means of household pest control. However, experienced boric acid users know that in order to draw in the ants, the boric acid needs to be combined with foods that are tempting to insects. A good overall approach to making an effective boric acid ant trap is to remember that ants love sweet substances. Mixing a sufficient amount of anything sweet into boric acid will make it irresistible to household pests. Perhaps the simplest recipe for a boric acid ant trap is a sugar syrup, made of two parts sugar to one part water, with two tablespoons of boric acid mixed in. Another popular formulation is to

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How to keep your food safe during a power outage – Part 2

AS YOU are aware, we are about two months into the 2011 hurricane season and fortunately we have not yet had anything major to worry about. However, ‘prevention is better than cure’ so I thought it would be fitting to talk about ways we can keep our food save before, during and after a hurricane. This week we will discuss steps to take during a hurricane in the event of a power outage: Here are some basic tips for keeping food safe: • Keep the refrigerator and freezer doors closed as much as possible to maintain the cold temperature. The refrigerator will keep food cold for about four hours and a full freezer will keep food for approximately 48 hours if it is unopened. o You may also consider buying dry ice to keep the refrigerator as cold as possible if the power is going to be out for a prolonged period of time. • If you plan to eat food that was either refrigerated or frozen, it’s important that each item is thoroughly cooked to the proper temperature to destroy any foodborne bacteria that may be present: o Beef – 145o F o Poultry – 165o F o Pork – 145o F • Wash fruits and vegetables with water from a safe source before eating. • For infants, try to use prepared, canned baby formula that requires no added water or use bottled water for powdered formulas. • Once your power is restored, you can check the safety of your food by ensuring the temperature is below 400 F, using an appliance thermometer, and checking each package of food for ice crystals. Do not rely on appearance or odour alone. • Remember: if in doubt, throw it out! Source: information adapted from US Food and Drug Administration. ‘Like’ my page, ACCU Medical Nutrition—Nutrition in Demand, on Facebook for up to date nutrition information.

Keep surfaces clean to keep ants at bay.

mix one tablespoon of peanut butter with one teaspoon of brown sugar and half a teaspoon of boric acid. Yet another sugar-based boric acid recipe for ants involves one cup of corn syrup mixed with a quarter cup of hot water and two teaspoons of boric acid. Just remember that anything sweet and preferably sticky such as sugar syrup, molasses or corn syrup will make the boric acid tempting enough that ants will instinctively be drawn to the poison. How to lay out the boric acid concoction: It’s very important to remember that while boric acid is considered a weak acid, it is still poisonous, and must be kept away from children and animals. The best way to house your boric acid trap is to place it in some sort of jar or container with a fastenable lid. Remember to punch holes in the metal or plastic lid, so the ants can crawl inside, while still managing to

keep pets at bay. To further child-proof the boric acid traps, keep them in areas hard for small children to reach, such as on top of a kitchen cabinet or behind a refrigerator. The containers should be clearly labelled as poisonous, to eliminate any ambiguity about the contents. It’s worth bearing in mind that the goal of your boric acid recipe is not only to kill the ants that feed on it, but to kill as many of the other ants in the ant colony as possible. When ants crawl into the container in which you’ve placed your boric acid concoction, they will feed, and then return to their colony and share. This, in turn, spreads the poison exponentially, and further kills off the ant population in your home. A successful boric acid recipe will devastate an ant colony within a week or two, though in order for an ant colony to be completely and permanently annihilated, the poison must reach the queen.

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Bathing beauty TRY this for a home-made bath treat that will leave your skin feeling silky smooth. Put a small handful of oats into a pantyhose foot and tie a knot. Add it to your bath – either under running water or just plopped in. It will make the water slightly milky, which will make your skin lovely and soft. Don’t forget to compost the oats afterwards.

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T&T PM diagnosed with dengue fever TRINIDAD and Tobago’s Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar has been diagnosed with dengue. Her diagnosis has come on the heels of growing concern by worried citizens that there may be a dengue epidemic in T&T. A statement, issued by the Office of the Prime Minister on Tuesday, said Persad-Bissessar was forced to work at home after contracting dengue fever. Dengue fever also is referred as the classical type of the disease. In the statement, Persad-Bissessar said she was “recently diagnosed” with dengue during a vigorous educational and sensitisation campaign about the disease. “While I was consulting with the Minister of Health on how to enhance and intensify the education drive Government has embarked on to sensitise the population on dengue fever, I became a victim of it myself,” Persad-Bissessar said. She said the fact she had contracted the disease was an indication that not even the Prime Minister was immune. Even in her time of illness PersadBissessar sent a stern warning to citizens to be aware of their environment and dispose of garbage properly. “This indicates that no one is immune from this dangerous disease and it reinforces that the entire population must be extremely

Prime Minister Kamla PersadBissessar’s diagnosis comes on the heels of a growing concern by the population that there may be a dengue epidemic in T&T. (internet photo)

vigilant and take the necessary precautions to prevent contracting dengue, especially with children,” Persad-Bissessar urged. Saying she was still looking after the business of the country by working at home, Persad-Bissessar added: “On a personal note, I have been advised that I can work from my home office while I continue to receive medical

supervision. “I will continue to run the affairs of State, unless otherwise advised by doctors that it is not practical to do so,” Persad-Bissessar added. The Prime Minister also assured members of the public she would return soon to her normal duties at her St Clair office. “I wish to inform the population that despite my illness I am following all medical instructions so as to ensure that I will soon be back on my feet and fully functioning,” PersadBissessar added. She said the Health Ministry continued to enforce “aggressive” aedes aegypti mosquito eradication programmes across T&T. “Furthermore, the Ministries of Health, Communications, Local Government and Education have embarked on a multi-media education and sensitisation programme across Trinidad and Tobago to combat the dengue outbreak on several fronts,” Persad-Bissessar maintained. Three weeks ago, Asia Archibald, eight, a pupil of the Arima Girls’ RC School, died from dengue fever. Days after Asia’s death, three siblings — Jaydon, two, Eli, one, and Bonte Vialva, five months — were admitted to the San Fernando General Hospital after being tested positively for dengue.

Bahamas Government hits back at claims that cuts exacerbated dengue fever outbreak A GOVERNMENT minister in the Bahamas hit back at the PLP’s suggestion that funding cuts have exacerbated the dengue fever outbreak - labelling the claims inaccurate and irresponsible. Speaking with The Tribune on Tuesday, Minister of State for the environment Phenton Neymour said statements made by the opposition MP Dr Bernard Nottage regarding the recent outbreak are causing unnecessary panic. He said: “Dr Nottage should not be in the business of alarming but rather in the role of informing the public about the disease and how to minimise the mosquitos and their habitat.” In a press statement issued last week, Dr Nottage, a former minister of health, said the 40 per cent cut to the budget allocation for vector control at the Department of Environmental Health Services delayed preventative measures in the lead-up to the dengue outbreak, which he claimed was actually “an epidemic.” Dr Nottage said the government’s lack of control over the outbreak

demonstrates how unprepared it was for such a situation. He said: “We are currently in a crisis; and we are in an epidemic over which we do not yet have control.” Dr Nottage also suggested that concerns should also be raised about the growth and survival rate of the mosquitos, indicating the fact that if one mosquito can thrive here, so can other disease-carrying insects, including the anopheles mosquito which transmits malaria. In response, Mr Neymour insisted the Department of Environmental Health has adequate funding and resources to deal with the situation, which has in no way been impacted by the budgetary cuts cited by Dr Nottage. He said: “We have an adequate inventory of insecticide, seven foggers with an additional four that have been provided to us; what we have spent is not reflected by the budget.” Mr Neymour said mosquito fogging continues to be carried out in accordance with international protocols.

He explained that the entire island of New Providence is fogged at least once every two weeks and more densely populated areas fogged two to three times a week. Mr Neymour also refuted Dr Nottage’s claims that the insecticide used has been watered down or diluted, stating that since the outbreak, chemicals used in the fogging process have actually been more concentrated. He also noted that the outbreak is not isolated to the Bahamas but has become a regional challenge, with Trinidad, Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic all seeing more than 5,000 dengue cases. Mr Neymour pointed out that it was in the best interest of the Bahamas, as a tourism-based nation, for the government to have a transparent stance about the outbreak. “We can’t allow our country to be negatively impacted by the government providing inaccurate information - it is critical to keep people properly informed,” he said. (tribune242.com)

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Son of former Bermuda’s premier guilty of sexual assaults Dr. Kevin Brown, a South Los Angeles physician and son of a former premier of Bermuda, was found guilty Monday on 21 charges related to sexual assaults on nine female patients, including a 15-yearold and an undercover police officer. Brown was found guilty on counts that included sexual battery by fraud, sexual exploitation by a physician and lewd act upon a child. The jury deadlocked on eight other charges. As Los Angeles County Superior Judge Michael E. Pastor read the verdicts, Brown shook his head incredulously and looked back several times at family members seated in the second row, including his father, former Bermuda Premier Ewart Brown. Brown, who had been free on $4-million bond, was immediately handcuffed and taken to county jail. Defense attorneys said they plan to file a motion for a new trial on most, if not all, of the guilty verdicts. The physician waived his right to a speedy sentencing. “We’re extremely disappointed in the outcome,” defense attorney Edi Faal said. “The sheer number of alleged victims was a major hurdle to overcome.” He said the jury — eight men and four women — focused on the number of victims and did not evaluate them individually. He insisted that all of Brown’s accusers lacked credibility. Deputy Dist. Atty. Ann Marie Wise said she was “very pleased” with the outcome and said Brown got a fair trial. “I don’t believe there are legal grounds” for a new trial, she said. Wise said that Brown, who will be stripped of his medical license, could face almost 17 years in state prison. The case, closely watched by

This booking photo released by the Los Angeles Police Department shows Dr. Kevin Antario Brown, 37, charged with molesting patients.

media outlets in Bermuda, went to the jury Thursday. In closing arguments last week, Wise said Brown used his Crenshaw Boulevard practice as “his personal playground,” where anyone who went in “was his prey.” Faal called the accusations lies and said authorities had a vendetta against Brown because he had been acquitted in two other sexual assault cases. He also alleged bias because of one the accusers is the niece of a Los Angeles police officer. Prosecutors relied heavily on testimony because no physical evidence was collected and some of the women had waited years to report Brown. At the time of his 2008 arrest, Brown was known for organising charity fundraisers at the Playboy Mansion that attracted Don Cheadle, Shannon Elizabeth and other celebrities. He also operated the now-defunct Urban Health Institute of Los Angeles, which provided disaster relief in the U.S., South America and Africa. (latimes.com)

New CARICOM head says things will be different at the regional level THE new CARICOM chief has made it clear that the regional body would not function the same under his watch. Irwin LaRocque, a Dominican, said that “it cannot be business as usual” pointing out that some governmental and architectural changes have to be made. He, as many other leaders of recent, acknowledged that the Caribbean people seem to have lost faith in integration “as a means of improving their lives.” The new secretary general suggested that the reviews of CARICOM and other regional bodies would be welcomed since reforms are necessary “if we are to be more effective and accountable in the discharge of our duties and

Irwin LaRocque

functions.” The American trained economist who is the seventh Secretary General since CARICOM’S formation in 1973 took over from Edwin Carrington, who stepped down last August.

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Haiti: little rain, but troubles remain HAITI—In early August, several western media turned to storm Emily and its threatening arrival to Haiti. Eventually it lost power and did not cause the expected damage. As a result, Haiti disappeared once again from the headings, pushed away by other news. Yet living conditions are still deplorable in the country: living under tarps surrounded by rubble since the earthquake, no access to proper health care, employment or education, and plagued by insecurity. Whether the storm came or not, Haiti is devastated and far from any acceptable level of reconstruction. A Haitian joke says that when a storm approaches Haiti, it looks at the country from the sky. Seeing its terrible conditions it says, “Ah, I must have already been here,” and it steers away. This is what storm Emily may have thought when it reached the coasts of Haiti recently: in Port-au-Prince, only a light rain was recorded. “The international opinion only turns its eyes to Haiti when a disaster is looming over us,” says Maryse, a woman living in Pacot, to the east of Port-au-Prince, adding that several Haitians grin ironically at this attention as their day-to-day struggles are forgotten. CHOLERA The authorities and international organisations also fear a surge in cholera cases as a consequence of rising water levels and the lack of drinkable water for over 600,000 people who are still living in makeshift camps, 18 months after the Jan. 12, 2010, earthquake. Cholera has already resulted in nearly 6,000 victims in Haiti since its arrival last October. Gabriel Thimothé, general director of the Health Ministry, insisted on the priorities to be tackled in partnership with the World Health Organisation: providing free drinkable water to the population; and preventing water contamination

as well as the overflow of latrines. This might ease the further spread of the disease in a country where hygienic conditions are appalling, and waste treatment is virtually nonexistent. SECURITY Just as the latest news about storm Emily was announced at the National Center of Emergency Operations to Haitian and international organisations and the media, repeated gunshots were heard a few metres from the compound. The emergency centre is located near Parc Jean Marie Vincent, one of the largest tent camps in Port-au-Prince with tens of thousands of disaster victims living there. The number has gradually decreased over time from the original 48,000, specifically because of security issues. In June 2010, the camp had been subject to a clean-up mission by the United Nations Stabilisation Mission in Haiti (MINUSTAH) and Haitian police evicted criminal gangs who used it as their base. Yet in spite of those efforts, violent incidents remain frequent, as larger and smaller gangs use the camp as a base for criminal activities. In a survey taken last December, 68 percent of people said that they did not feel safe in the camp. At the sound of the gunshots, some 20 inhabitants of the area quickly found refuge inside the compound while other passersby scattered in all directions. “It’s only sporadic, roughly three days per week,” explained the police guard at the gate, without stress. “Some gangs shoot around to intimidate the people. Wait 10 minutes before leaving, and then drive as fast as you can, without stopping” he advises the journalists who came here for the press conference on storm Emily. Bullets are part of the day on this side of Port-au-Prince. Among those who have found refuge in the compound, Augustine,

Jamaican woman contemplating legal action after J$48M water bill A JAMAICAN woman who received a J$48 million (US$561,600) bill in error from the National Water Commission (NWC) in that country over the weekend says she may consider legal action. Hortense Hall was left stunned after she received the bill for an actual reading at the premises she owns in Portmore, St Catherine for her July consumption via email.

The utility has since acknowledged that the bill was sent to Hall in error. But the act has still left Hall fuming. “The idea of legal action is something I am entertaining,” said Hall. She said that she would seek the advice of friends and family about the incident which, she said, left her on the brink of a nervous breakdown. (Jamaicaobserver. com)

promises.

A woman selling bananas in the heat of the day next to debris from collapsed homes. Small street business is the only resource for many Haitians. (Courtesy of Giordano Cossu, Solidar’IT)

a young mother carrying her infant in her arms, looked scared as she did not want to go back to her tent for fear of the thugs who spread terror within the population. The risk of rain and flooding, for them, is clearly their last worry now. Even in quieter areas, those living in camps find it difficult to meet their basic needs. Most have no job and struggle to feed their families. The world thinks that plastic sheets and tarps were donated to those in need, but in fact the great majority of those in the camps had to buy them. Second-hand of course, often already ripped apart and offering only minimal shelter from sun, wind, and rain. Joseph, 49 years old, living in the camp at Canapé Vert, paid 500 gourdes (US$12) for each of the five sheets that give shelter to him and his family. He makes flower arrangements for funerals, but he sells very little since the earthquake.

He spent the whole day in Carrefour (about one hour from Port-au-Prince) unsuccessfully looking for clients. “No way I can be ready for the storm. I have no means. We just tightened the ropes around the tent,” he says, adding complaints about “the absence of the authorities who left us alone.” POLITICAL DEADLOCK Haitian President Michel Martelly did send warnings to the homeless in the camps. He encouraged people living in the lower-ground of the city to move up to the hills. Martelly was recently inaugurated as president but is still struggling to form a new government due to harsh contrasts with the Inite opposition party who has majority in the Senate. This political deadlock contributes to creating tensions amid the feeling that the state is not in control, hence no strong actions or reforms are being employed despite election

LACK OF RESOURCES All those living in the camps would certainly like to move out to a safer area; where to go is their dilemma. “We don’t know where to go, and we are afraid that we will not find our tents and things again when we come back,” confides 27-year-old Anouza, mother of two girls aged 13 and 11 and a young boy aged 4, pointing to the small tent, ripped on the side, where they all live. The school year re-opens in September, but she has no money to send her two girls to school, just like the majority of families in the camps. In a country in desperate need for the younger generations to take the lead for a better future, the lack of free education accessible to the poor represents a handicap for decades to come. If Emily closely missed Haiti, what if the next hurricane does take a toll on the country? According to OCHA, the U.N. humanitarian agency, between 200 and 300 emergency sites (for 30,000 to 50,000 people) were available to host earthquake victims if a forced evacuation by the Haitian Civil Protection became necessary. However, the list is still not consolidated as inspections at these sites are still ongoing, which raises concerns about the effectiveness of emergency evacuation procedures. When compared with the 600,000 still living under tents and tarps, these figures appear largely insufficient. The Haitian population can still pray “Bondye” (the Good Lord) that the next hurricane, too, will take compassion on them and stay away from their country. Because nobody else seems to have the will and strength to seriously address the structural issues of post-earthquake Haiti. (theepochtimes.com)

Bahamas union threatens ‘general strike’ JOHN Pinder, president of the Bahamas Public Services Union, threatened the government with a “general strike”, over the dispute concerning increments and lump sum payments early this week. Mr Pinder said he has tried repeatedly with no success to speak to Prime Minister Hubert Ingraham, head of the Public Service. He said the union has sought solidarity with other unions, who stand ready when the need arises to take industrial action. “I think sufficient members have been impacted, not only in the BPSU, but also in the other quasigovernment agencies, that we can get together and do what is necessary to get a favourable and timely response. If that means we have to have a general strike, well you know in

1950 that is the only way they were able to get the results,” said Pinder. A rally was planned this week with union members and the general public to address the issues. With six outstanding industrial agreements, he said the unions are united in the struggle, and if they have to, they will resort to a general strike. “If they really would accept proper consultation from the trade union movement we could really give them advice, but they continue to take us for granted and expect for us to fall back into our shell,” said Mr Pinder. In his budget communication to Parliament in May, Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Hubert Ingraham said that in the coming fiscal year, government employees will receive “a one-time lump

sum payment equivalent to one increment.” “As of fiscal year 2011/2012, two additional increments will be added to every pay scale. Every public officer will be entitled to an increment in pay during the next fiscal year, and a further increment during the subsequent fiscal year. Finally, the freeze on promotions is being lifted,” he said. The prime minister, however, did not give a specific date for the payments. The BPSU has been pushing the government to give a specific date as to when the increments will be paid. Jennifer Isaacs-Dotson, president of the National Congress of Trade Unions, echoed Mr Pinder’s sentiments, claiming the present government is “not labour friendly.”

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Katy Perry ties Michael Jackson’s Hot 100 record KATY Perry’s current single “Last Friday Night (T.G.I.F.)” hit No. 1 on Billboard’s Hot 100 chart this week, making the pop superstar the second artist in the 53-year history of the Hot 100 to produce five No. 1 singles off the same album. The first to accomplish this feat? The late King of Pop. Although Perry ties with Michael Jackson by having the most singles off the same album to hit No. 1, the 26-year-old is the first woman and the only living artist to achieve the record. Perry’s hit singles come from her Capitol Records album “Teenage Dream.” Since it was released last September, “Dream” has sold 1.7 million copies. The star took one year, two months and one week to hit the record, beginning from the first week “California Gurls” topped the Hot 100 with the June 19, 2010 chart. Her five hits are: “California Gurls” (featuring Snoop Dogg), “Teenage Dream,” “Firework,” “E.T.” and “Last Friday Night (T.G.I.F.).” Michael Jackson’s quintet of No. 1’s came from “Bad,” over a span of nine months and two weeks: the title track, “Dirty Diana,” “I Just Can’t

Katy Perry has tied the King of Pop record.

Stop Loving You” (with Siedah Garrett), “The Way You Make Me Feel” and “Man in the Mirror.” Perry’s “Last Friday Night

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Get out of hair! Rihanna spends $23,000 a week on stylist Being a style maven isn’t easy. Since 2008’s Good Girl Gone Bad album release, Rihanna has chopped her locks into a bob, a mohawk, a halfshaved pompadour, a mushroom with blond streaks and most recently, she’s been rocking a steady stream of various red wigs - with one in particular giving her the unflattering nickname of Sideshow Bob of The Simpsons fame. Just listing some of her hair changes makes my scalp itch. As the saying goes, beauty and in the case of Rihanna, it’s not only her scalp that may be in pain, but also her wallet. Ursula Stephen, a top celebrity stylist, who has worked with RiRi since the beginning of her career, charges the style star about $3,200 a day, which totals out to about $23,000 a week, according to the Daily Mail. According to a member of her entourage, in addition to giving Rihanna hairstyles that keeps her name a buzz, she’s also become a close friend of hers, which could be another reason why she may not be willing to let go of the expensive hairdresser. “Rihanna likes to pioneer

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new styles but it’s costing her a fortune. Ursula is a close confidant and they are together all the time.” (Shine.yahoo.com)

(T.G.I.F.)” just bumped LMFAO’s “Party Rock Anthem” from the top spot, enabling her to make Hot 100 history. (CNN)

‘Barefoot Bandit’ signs $1.3m movie deal, agrees profits will go to victims THE “BAREFOOT Bandit” who led police on a hunt through the US, Canada and the Bahamas, has signed a $1.3 million movie deal to tell his life story -- with the proceeds to benefit his victims, Q13 Fox News reported Wednesday. 20th Century Fox Studios will make a film about Colton HarrisMoore, 20, who is in custody ahead of sentencing in SeaTac, Washington state. He claims donating the profits to his victims was his idea. “It was my idea -- before the government knew about it,” he wrote in a statement. “I learned that the ‘Son of Sam’ laws [which prevent convicted criminals from profiting from their stories] do not apply in my case because none of my crimes involved violence. “Getting money to my victims is the least I can do, and because of my situation it is probably the best I can do. “I am humbled to know I can now help the people I hurt, at least for the financial damage I caused them. I have absolutely zero interest in profiting from any of this and I won’t make a dime off it. It all goes to restitution.” In a statement in June, the

Joseph Hyungmin Son came as a villain in Austin Powers, in real life he might also be a bad guy.

‘Austin Powers’ actor on trial in rape case Colton Harris-Moore said donating the money to his victims was his idea.

Department of Justice said the losses Harris-Moore caused his victims total more than $1.4 million. Harris-Moore, from Camano Island, Washington, gained infamy after teaching himself to fly then stealing four aircraft, as well as cars, boats, bikes and cash in a spree across Washington, Idaho, South Dakota, Nebraska, Iowa, Illinois and

Indiana. He reportedly committed some crimes barefoot and in one case he drew chalk footprints on the floor of a store he broke into. While living rough he would break into houses to have a bath or eat ice cream. In May 2010 he broke into a veterinary clinic in Washington and left $100 with a note asking for the money to be used to care for animals.

An actor who played a shoe-throwing bad guy in the spy-spoof film “Austin Powers: International Man of Mystery” goes on trial this week in the kidnap and sexual assault of a Huntington Beach woman in 1990. Joseph Hyungmin Son, who also had a brief and unsuccessful career as a mixed martial arts fighter, was arrested in 2008 when his DNA reportedly was matched to the rape of a 20-yearold woman who was abducted off the street by two men as she was walking her dog after looking at holiday lights on Christmas Eve 1990. The woman was pistol-whipped, repeatedly raped and threatened with

a loaded gun as one of her assailants counted the bullets and told her she was going to die, according to Orange County prosecutors. The men finally pushed the bruised and battered woman out of the car naked with a jacket tied around her head in Compton, telling her the release was their Christmas gift to her, according to court documents. She sought help at a nearby home and immediately reported the crime. But no arrests were made for years, until Son, who is now 39, was arrested and imprisoned in 2008 for violating his parole on an unrelated felony vandalism conviction.

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Cameron defends ‘tough’ riot sentences handed out by courts PRIME Minister David Cameron has defended courts for handing out “tough” sentences for those involved in the riots across England. Some MPs and campaigners say there were examples of terms being too harsh. On Tuesday, two men were jailed for four years at Chester Crown Court for using Facebook to incite riots. One is to appeal against the sentence. Lord Carlile, Lib Dem peer and Howard League for Penal Reform president, said some decisions were “questionable”. The barrister told the BBC “ringleaders should receive very long sentences” but warned “there was an issue of proportionality” over the way people already before the courts had been treated. The PM said it was good that the courts were sending a “tough message”. Speaking in Warrington, he said: “It’s up to the courts to make decisions about sentencing, but they’ve decided to send a tough message and it’s very good that the courts feel able to do that.” In other developments: The Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall visit parts of London hit by recent violence and looting. The Prince’s Trust charity has announced a £2.5m investment in

the hardest-hit areas across England Nottinghamshire Police say the disorder cost it more than £1m in extra policing The Metropolitan Police announces that more than 1,000 people have now been charged in connection with riots in the capital A teenager who represented her school as an Olympic Youth Ambassador denies offences linked to rioting in Enfield, north London A 17-year-old from Suffolk is banned from using social networking sites for 12 months and ordered to observe a three month overnight curfew for using Facebook to encourage people to riot. He admitted an offence of sending menacing messages but said his remarks were not meant to be taken seriously One of the men jailed over the Facebook messages after admitting an offence under the Serious Crime Act of intentionally encouraging another to assist the commission of an indictable offence is to appeal against his sentence. The solicitor for the second defendant says he may take the same action So far, more than 2,770 people have been arrested in connection with last week’s riots. Some 1,297 people have now appeared before the courts, with the majority of charges relating to burglary, theft and handling,

body of experts, the Sentencing Council, set guidelines for them to use.” Meanwhile, the Courts and Tribunals Service says legal clerks in court have been advising magistrates to “consider whether their powers of punishment are sufficient in dealing with some cases arising from the recent disorder”. Magistrates are able to refer cases to crown courts which have tougher sentencing powers.

David Cameron is not taking the recent riots lightly. (internet photo)

and violence and violent disorder offences. In a statement, the Ministry of Justice stressed that the magistrates and judges were independent of government. A spokesman added: “Their sentencing decisions are based on the individual circumstances of each case and offender. “That is why different offenders may be given different sentences for what might appear to be similar crimes. To provide a consistent base for these decisions an independent

Feds join probe of alleged Mississippi hate killing A hit-and-run killing that took place after a group of white teens allegedly set out to kill a black man simply because of his colour is now being investigated by the U.S. Justice Department, federal and Mississippi officials tell CNN. The killing, which a Jackson, Mississippi, district attorney says is a racially motivated hate crime, sparked national attention after CNN obtained and aired exclusive surveillance video that shows the attack as it took place. James Craig Anderson, 49, was first beaten by the group of teens as he stood in a hotel parking lot early on the morning of June 26, according to some of the teens who were interviewed by police. After the beating, a group of the teens drove a large Ford pickup truck over Anderson, according to witnesses and officials. Anderson died from his injuries later the same day. The group of teens that night was led by 18-year-old Deryl Dedmon Jr., of Brandon, Mississippi, according to police and officials in the DA’s office. Dedmon, who was arrested and charged with murder, is being held in Jackson. He could face two life

Deryl Dedmon Jr., right, could face two life sentences in connection with the killing. John Aaron Rice, left, has been charged with simple assault.

sentences in connection with the killing. Another teen, John Aaron Rice, was also charged with murder at first, until a judge reduced his charges because Rice was not believed to be driving the vehicle used to kill Anderson. Smith and officials in the Hinds County District Attorney’s office say they plan to indict both Dedmon and Rice for murder and a hate crime. Attorneys for Dedmon and Rice

did not return CNN’s calls. During a bond hearing, Dedmon’s attorney told the court he saw nothing to back up the “racial allegations.” Neither teen has pleaded yet, and none of the other teens has been charged. But Hinds and officials from the DA’s office say they hope to bring indictments against not only Dedmon and Rice, but also other teens who were in their cars and part of the attack that early morning.

‘BEYOND THE ORDINARY’ BBC legal correspondent Clive Coleman said the sentences being handed out across the country for offences of dishonesty such as theft, burglary and receiving stolen goods, suggested there were disparities between courts. What the public was seeing may just be a “distorted version of the normal system”, our correspondent said. In another case, David Beswick, 31 from Salford was sentenced to 18 months in prison for handling stolen goods. Our legal correspondent said under normal circumstances Beswick would have been given a mid-range community sentence. Max Hill QC, vice-chairman of the Criminal Bar Association said it was not the job of judges “to deliver

a political message on behalf of the government” when passing sentence but part of their role was to identify “serious aggravating features that elevate the crime beyond the ordinary”. He added: “In the case of the two in Chester, it seems that is exactly what the judge has done.” One serving judge, Charles Harris QC, told the BBC it was not possible for the courts to achieve absolute consistency in sentencing as “no two offences are the same”. “Judge and magistrates do look in the best way they can at the circumstances of the offence and the offender in front of them. In some cases, they might legitimately say, this goes beyond any existing guideline,” he added. Communities Secretary Eric Pickles told BBC Radio 4’s Today programme (on Wednesday): “We need to understand that people for a while thought that this was a crime without consequence - we cannot have people being frightened in their beds, frightened in their own homes for their public safety. “That is why these kind of exemplary sentences are necessary. I think people would be rightly alarmed if that incitement to riot got off with just a slap on the wrist.” (BBC)

Trenton diocese to pay $1 million to five men in sex-abuse settlements THE CATHOLIC Diocese of Trenton has agreed to pay $1 million to five men who claimed their parish priest sexually abused them when they were altar boys 30 years ago. The settlements, announced Tuesday, bring to $1.3 million the amount the diocese, which encompasses Burlington, Monmouth, Ocean and Mercer Counties, has paid to alleged abuse victims of the Rev. Ronald Becker, who served in parishes in the Trenton area from 1973 to 1989. Becker was removed from active ministry in 2002 and has since died. The settlement is the latest in a series of payouts nationally over abuse claims. Earlier this month, the Oblates of St. Francis de Sales, a Delaware-based religious order with priests throughout the region, agreed to pay $24 million to end 39 claims by alleged sex-abuse victims. The Diocese of Wilmington, which was forced by a wave of abuse claims to file for bankruptcy, has agreed to set aside more than $77 million for 150 victims. Other settlements have been reached in Corpus Christi, Texas; Pueblo, Colo., and Kansas City, Mo. More than a half-dozen lawsuits from alleged abuse victims are pending against the Archdiocese of Philadelphia. All were filed after the arrests of four current and former

priests and a grand jury report that accused church leaders of failing in their pledge to remove abusive clergy and respond to their victims. Becker molested the five boys at the Church of the Incarnation parish in Ewing hundreds of times between 1972 and 1984, according to Mitchell Garabedian, the Boston lawyer who represented the men. The incidents occurred in the church, the rectory, and on trips. Their duration ranged from six months for one victim to four years for another, he said. One boy was molested an estimated 150 times. “Father Becker knew no boundaries,” Garabedian said. “He was a sexual deviant, a social deviant. He did not care about children.” The men came forward after another of Becker’s victims, his niece, Jenni Franz, went public with similar allegations four years ago. Becker was arrested on assault charges stemming from her allegations, but he died in 2009 awaiting trial. The diocese paid Franz a $325,000 settlement. Lawyers representing the five men approached the diocese earlier this year and reached the agreement through mediation. The men will split the $1 million evenly, with onethird going to their attorneys.

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French president and Nicolas Sarkozy and German Chancellor Angela Merkel.

Sarkozy, Merkel seek to penalise big-deficit countries FRANCE and Germany Wednesday increased the pressure on their euro-zone peers to improve fiscal discipline in the bloc by proposing to cut the region’s wayward spenders off from key European Union transfer funds. The proposal marks an effort to boost fiscal discipline across the euro zone by incentivising countries to rein in spending and cut their budget gaps. But the idea is controversial and could have difficulty being enforced, if history is any guide. The euro zone has repeatedly failed to impose financial penalties on profligate members and is still in the process of debating more automatic sanctions for deficit-breaching nations. In a letter sent to European Council President Herman Van Rompuy, French President Nicolas Sarkozy and German Chancellor Angela Merkel also suggested that money from EU structural and cohesion funds that isn’t used by euro-area countries currently in bailout programmes should be pooled into a new fund to be managed by the European Commission in order to bolster growth and improve competitiveness in the European Union. The proposals are part of a wider initiative, unveiled Tuesday by the French and German leaders after a summit in Paris, to improve governance in the currency union in a bid to ease market fears that debt woes from the region’s weakest peripheral countries will spread to the core. The recommendations include creating the position of euro-zone president to help better coordinate macroeconomic policies in the bloc and closer coordination of French and German budget planning. The Franco-German letter underscores the fine line that the euro zone’s two largest economies are treading in trying to convince financial markets they are committed to fiscal discipline and at the same time to shoring up competitiveness

in the region after economic growth stalled in the second quarter. But analysts said their proposals fall far short of more ambitious measures needed to address the eurozone crisis, such as increasing the size of the euro-zone bailout fund or making the currency bloc as a whole responsible for its member nations’ debts, an idea that Merkel and Sarkozy downplayed on Tuesday. “Sanctions may have an impact in relatively good times, but in times of crisis they would only make things worse,” said Zsolt Darvas, an analyst at the Brussels-based Bruegel think tank. “One of the possible effects of the proposal is that, knowing that they could lose the money, member states would just try spend it anyway.” The euro zone has a poor trackrecord of imposing financial sanctions on countries breaking euro-zone treaties, which require nations sharing the single currency to keep their public deficit below 3% of gross domestic product and their debt below 60% of GDP. France, for its part, has also long resisted making sanctions automatic. Sarkozy’s and Merkel’s proposal sees withholding access hundreds of billions of euros in EU funds a key stick. The EU cohesion fund aims to help the union’s poorer members catch up with the region’s richer core. Structural funds specifically target regional development and increasing competitiveness throughout the EU. Taken together, they are the secondlargest item in the EU budget and stand to account for 36% of total EU expenditure, or EUR347 billion over the 2007-2013 period, according to European Commission figures. The largest recipients of EU funds are mainly accession countries led by Poland. But rich euro-zone members are also large beneficiaries of EU funding to improve their infrastructures and prop up employment, with France set to receive EUR14 billion between 2007 and 2013, and Germany EUR26 billion.

PHONE hacking was “widely discussed” at News of the World, the royal correspondent jailed and sacked for the practice wrote in 2007, according to documents released Tuesday by a Parliament committee investigating the scandal. The letter was among a string of documents released by the Culture, Media and Sport Committee relating to the scandal. The committee is highly likely to call News Corp. executive James Murdoch to testify before them again as members try to determine whether he misled them last month about the scale of phone hacking at News of the World and who knew about it, member of Parliament Tom Watson said Tuesday. Executives at News International -- the British arm of News Corp. that ran the newspaper -- have argued that illegal activities were not widespread. Both James and his father, Rupert Murdoch, as well as former News International chief executive Rebekah Brooks, who previously edited News of the World, gave evidence to the committee last month. James Murdoch ordered the shutdown of News of the World, Britain’s best-selling Sunday paper, in July in the face of allegations of illegal eavesdropping and police bribery by its employees. The scandal has led to the resignation of a number of senior police officers and executives at News International. The letter published Tuesday reveals that while fighting his dismissal from the paper four years ago, former royal correspondent Clive Goodman alleged that “other members of staff were carrying out the same illegal procedures.” The letter, provided to the committee by law firm Harbottle & Lewis, goes on: “This practice was widely discussed in the daily editorial conference, until explicit reference to it was banned by the Editor.” The editor at the time was Andy Coulson, who has denied knowledge of illegal practices while he was at the helm of News of the World. He resigned from that position on the day Goodman was jailed. Coulson was later appointed Prime Minister David Cameron’s spokesman but stepped down at the start of this year amid renewed questions over phone hacking. Coulson was arrested and released on bail last month. Goodman’s letter continues: “Tom Crone and the Editor promised on many occasions that I could come back to a job at the newspaper if I did not implicate the paper or any of its staff in my mitigation plea. I did not and I expect the paper to honour its promise to me.” John Whittingdale, who chairs

the parliamentary committee, said after its members met Tuesday that he anticipated James Murdoch, as chairman of News International, would have more questions to answer on the phone-hacking issue. “James Murdoch clearly is the man who is ultimately responsible for News International in this country,” he said to Sky News. The committee said Tuesday it would call News of the World’s former head of legal affairs, Tom Crone, and another former editor, Colin Myler, to give further evidence on September 6, as well as News International’s ex-human resources director, Daniel Cloke, and its former director of legal affairs, Jon Chapman. It will also write to Coulson, Brooks, Stuart Kuttner, who is a former managing editor of News of the World, and Les Hinton, who was Brooks’ predecessor at News International, to ask if they wish to add to or amend any of the evidence they have previously given, the committee said. However, it is unlikely to call back Rupert Murdoch for more testimony, Watson told CNN, as he had “little grasp of the detail” when he gave evidence previously. Watson said the newly published documents contain some “very serious and explosive” revelations. He also questioned why more was redacted in versions of correspondence provided to the committee by News International than in versions of the same letters provided by Harbottle & Lewis. A News International statement Tuesday said: “News Corporation’s board has set up a Management and Standards Committee, chaired by independent Chairman Lord (Anthony) Grabiner, which is cooperating fully with the Metropolitan Police and is facilitating their investigation into illegal voice mail interception at the News of the World and related issues. “We recognize the seriousness of materials disclosed to the police and Parliament and are committed to working in a constructive and open way with all the relevant authorities.” Cameron, who has come under pressure over his decision to hire Coulson after he resigned from News of the World, has said he relied on Coulson’s assurances that he was unaware of illegal activity. Responding to the committee’s release of correspondence, a Downing Street spokesman said it would be “inappropriate” to comment while investigations were ongoing. “The prime minister has made his thoughts on Andy Coulson clear,” the spokesman said. “He has said that ‘if it turns out I have been lied to, that would be the moment for a

profound apology. And, in that event, I can tell you I will not fall short.’” According to his letter, Goodman asked the company to produce copies of e-mails between him and five other people whose names are blacked out in the parliamentary publication of his letter. News International refused the request, according to internal correspondence also published by lawmakers. Chapman said in internal e-mails that the company had not found evidence to support Goodman’s claims in its own trawl of the correspondence, but asked Lawrence Abramson at Harbottle & Lewis to review it to head off the “bad publicity” that could result from allegations the company had “covered up potentially damaging evidence.” Abramson wrote back to Chapman and Cloke on May 25, 2007, to say they did not find any evidence that three people whose names are blacked out “knew that Clive Goodman, Glenn Mulcaire or any other journalists at News of the World were engaged in illegal activities prior to their arrest.” Whittingdale, in his July 29, 2011, letter to Harbottle & Lewis, quotes the firm as having written in 2007 that they had reviewed e-mails “from the accounts of: Andy Coulson, Stuart Kuttner, Ian Edmonson, Clive Goodman, Neil Wallis, Jules Stenson.” The firm told Chapman nothing was found in those e-mails “which appeared to us to be reasonable evidence that Clive Goodman’s illegal actions were known about and supported by both or either of Andy Coulson, the Editor, and Neil Wallis, the Deputy Editor, and/or that Ian Edmondson, the News Editor, and others were carrying out similar illegal procedures.” But in a strongly worded statement to lawmakers this month, Harbottle & Lewis emphasized that its review had been strictly limited to the Goodman employment dispute. “There was absolutely no question of the firm being asked to provide News International with a clean bill of health which it could deploy years later in wholly different contexts for wholly different purposes,” Harbottle & Lewis wrote. Claims that the voice mail of murdered British teenager Milly Dowler was among those hacked by the paper’s staff, potentially hindering a police investigation, have sparked particular outrage. The correspondence released Tuesday reveals that Whittingdale sent James Murdoch a list of 19 questions after his testimony before the committee, ranging from who was on duty at News of the World when Milly Dowler’s phone was hacked to what legal fees News International paid for private investigator Glenn Mulcaire.

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EMPLOYMENT / SERVICES / NOTICES

NOBEL SECURITY

CFS LTD

Is looking for a

PROVO DISCOUNT PHARMACY is looking for a

Cox House, Cherokee Road Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands

Certified Chartered Accountant

LABOURER

NEEDED Labourer Sales

Job Description:

• Minimum of 10 years professional accounting experience required. • Must be in good standing with International Accounting Institute. • Must possess advanced skills in spreadsheet, word processing and accounting software. • Salary starts at $80,000.00 per annum. Only Turks Islanders need apply.

To work 6 days per week. Salary $5.00 per week.

Email info@ misickstanbrok.tc or fax: 649-946-4734

Please fax applications to: 946-5166. GRANTS PETROLEUM Is looking for a

To work 6 days per week. Salary $6.00 per hour.

Contact: 231-6121

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Clerk Salary $5.00 per hour.

Contact: (649) 941-5503

CAPRONIS UNIFORMS PLUS Is seeking a

Must be willing to work weekends and holidays. Salary $5.25 per hour.

To work 6 days per week Must be computer literate and able to operate a Point of Sale System, keeping inventory, speak English, Spanish, and Creole, must be a people’s person. Salary negotiable.

Please respond to: P.O. Box 477, Providenciales

Please apply via email: capronis2005@yahoo.com

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GRANTS PETROLEUM is looking for 2

TURKS AND CAICOS TELECOMMUNICATIONS COMMISSIONS INVITES APPLICATIONS FOR:

Telecommunication Engineer CORE FUNCTION – Under the general direction of the Director of Technology – provide support to the Telecommunications Commission in technical regulation of the telecommunications sector. 5488

Pump Attendant

Sales Clerk EXPRESS EQUIPMENT LTD. Is looking for an

Pump Attendants Must be willing to work weekends and holidays. Salary $5.25 per hour.

Please respond to: P.O. Box 477, Providenciales

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Equipment Technician

A person that is well-rounded in, radio and communications systems. Have experience developing, implementing and maintaining a variety of communications networks, to National and International standards. The candidate must be familiar with the TCI Telecommunications Ordinances, ITU-R, and other regional and international telecommunications body’s recommendations. Excellent oral and writing skills are essential, and the individual must be able to work in teams and train others.

Essential Job Functions

• Provide Support to the Director of Technology • Ensure that all communicating entities are radiating on their prescribed frequencies in accordance with the TCI Telecommunication Commission Regulations. • Responsible for testing and verification, approval of installers, Marking, and Registering of apparatus, equipment and systems • Perform Quality of Service measurement on the Telco’s and other Radio Systems. • Supervise and train subordinates.

• Electronic troubleshooting, Hyundai construction equipment, case construction equipment, hydraulics • Must be able to speak French would be an asset • Minimum of 15 years experience in machinery • Need to have computer and programs

Requirements

Contact: 245-2897

Mango Reef

Vacancy

5486

Is looking for a suitably qualified candidate will be responsible for the general daily operations of the restaurant, possess a certificate/ degree in Restaurant Management, previous employment in a similar position and a pleasant personality. Salary will commensurate with qualifications. Resumes can be faxed to the Labour Department of 946-8201

Position Overview

• B. Sc in Engineering, Telecommunications, or Networking degree. • Candidate shall be a mature, qualified engineer with a minimum of 3 years telecommunications and radio communication experience. • Highly competent, self motivated, self-managed. • Able to carry out the responsibilities in the administration & management of a statutory body. • Proficient in the use of spectrum analyzers, frequency counters, network analyzers, Power Meters and other testing equipment. • Must be proficient in Microsoft Office software, including Access Database • Knowledge of the information communication technology industry would be an asset. • Applicants must not have a direct or indirect involvement in any local communications company.

Provisional Terms of Employment

• Period of Service: A minimum of two years with a six month probationary period. • Salary: Base on qualification and experience. • Hours: Shall be 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday to Friday with one hour for lunch. Please summit resume by August 19th, 2011 to TCI Telecommunications Board, Business Solutions Building, Leeward Highway, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands. Telephone: 946-1900, Fax: 946-1119 and Email: infor@tcitelecommission.tc. 5451

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DENISE SMITH Is looking for two (2)

Labourers

FOR SALE

To work 5 days per week salary $180.00 per week.

Contact 343-7747

Two-bedroom, one bath home in the centre of phase one of Priton Developments in Wheeland.

Beautifully maintained, substantially improved, fully furnished. Situated on 0.25 acre lot, it’s close to Blue Hills and has interior open plan living/kitchen/dining room, and central air throughout. Offers over $155,000. Motivated seller.

DOMESTIC

WORKER

NEEDED

Call 245 6620 VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!! the largest readership in the turks & caicos

Is looking for a

Is seeking to hire a

Sales Clerk To work 5 ½ days per week. Salary $6.00 per hour. From 8:30am-6:30pm.

Sales Executive

Worker To work 5 days per week. Salary $5.00 per hour.

contact:

941-5810

HAIRWAY TO HEAVEN

Domestic

Salary $5.50 per hour willing to work cleaning boats must have own transportation to Chalk Sound. 5440

or email gemmahandy@gmail.com

DISCOUNT LIQUORS/ WINE CELLAR

Contact: discount@tciway.tc

Contact: 247-0681

5450

Real estate opportunity

FAX: (649) 946-4661

• At least 3 years as a sales executive with references - mandatory • At least 10 years of sales experience - mandatory • Clean record (police clearance

CVS send to fax

946-1988

REGISTERD LAND ORDINANCE, CAP 72

TITLE NUMBER SECTION ISLAND 61101/42 LONG BAY HILLS PROVIDENCIALES

TITLE NUMBER SECTION ISLAND 60713/191 CHESHIRE HALL PROVIDENCIALES & RICHMOND HILL

NOTICE LOST LAND NOTICE LOST LAND CERTIFICATE CERTIFICATE Whereas OLE BARRY GERDIN of PL 2864, Tyringe 28291, Sweden has declared that the Land Certificate for the above mentioned title number(s) registered in his/her/their name was inadvertently mislaid and cannot be found. Take notice that I, Andrew Gale Registrar of Lands, shall issue a new land certificate for the said title within six weeks of the date of the first publication of this Notice in a local newspaper and the Gazette.

Whereas NICHOLAS R. GIANOULIS and DOLORES M. GIANOULIS of Turtle Cove Providenciales has declared that the Land Certificate for the above mentioned title number(s) registered in his/her/their name was inadvertently mislaid and cannot be found. Take notice that I, Grisilda Carol Smith, Deputy Registrar of Lands, shall issue a new land certificate for the said title within six weeks of the date of the first publication on this Notice in a local newspaper and the Gazette. Dated this 9th day of June 2011

Dated this 15 day of August 2011

Signed……signature………………………….

Signed Andrew Gale Registrar of Lands Witnessed Kerietta Simpson

Witnessed………signature………………………….. 5484

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August 20 - 26, 2011 FAX: (649) 946-4661

EMPLOYMENT / SERVICES / NOTICES

LABOURER

FLOWERGIRL

WANTED Ceramex is looking for a Labourer to work lifting boxes and years of experience maneuvering forklift 6 days per week. Salary $6.00.

Is looking for a

Female Driver With own transportation must be contact 231-3788

Is looking for a

Sales Clerk To work 3 days per week. Salary based on commission.

Contact 941-8453

able to work from 9am – 3pm

ANTONIO’S JEWELRY REPAIR

Contact: 347-0771

Turks and Caicos

Weekly News the national newspaper of the turks and caicos islands

ON THE WEB tcweeklynews.com

POSITIONS AVAILABLE The Turks and Caicos Islands’ oldest and leading publishing house is in need of additional staff to fill the following posts:

WRITERS / PHOTO JOURNALISTS Candidates must have at least five (5) years experience working full-time for daily newspapers and/or news/features magazines, reporting on hard news, features and parliamentary/court proceedings. Salary paid weekly will commensurate with experience. Position available March 1, 2010

FOR MAGAZINES AND OTHER PERIODICALS GRAPHICS PRODUCTION DESIGNER/PAGINATOR This position requires someone with at least five (5) years experience working with Macintosh or PC computers. Must be skilled in the make-up of advertising and pagination. Proficiency using InDesign, Illustrator and PhotoShop software for print is essential. Some technical, networking and web design knowledge an asset. Salary paid weekly will commensurate with experience. Position available March 1, 2010

REPORTER TRAINEE Preferably a High School graduate or someone with an extremely good command of the English language for court and community reporting. Ability to drive and use a camera a desirable asset. Salary paid weekly will commensurate with experience. Position available March 1, 2010

ADVERTISING SPACE SALES PERSON Candidates must have had actual hands-on experience selling advertising space for newspapers and magazines. Ability to assist clients with the writing of copy for ads and gathering of collateral an asset. Salary is commission based. Position available June 30, 2011 Forward applications to: The Publisher Duncanson Publications Ltd. P.O. Box 52, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands Email: tcnews@tciway.tc NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE Preference will be given to Belongers and Legal Residents Closing date for applications is November 14, 2008

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EMPLOYMENT / SERVICES / NOTICES

Professional A Qualified Quantity Surveyor is required to run and manage Concept+ in the Turks & Caicos Islands. The applicant will be responsible for managing the company and securing all future work and maintaining revenue streams for the company. As one of a small dynamic team of two you will also be responsible for undertaking a broad range of services to our clients where we are committed to providing the highest quality service. You should be a Chartered Quantity Surveyor and have extensive experience and knowledge of estimating, general building works measurement, tender and contract documentation, construction cost control and contract administration and forms of contract. You should feel comfortable in the management of a small consultancy practice, including cash flow management and use of QuickBooks. Duties will include: • Pre and Post contract Quantity Surveying, Property Appraisals, Project Management, Company Management. Requirements: • Elected member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors • BSc in Quantity Surveyors or RICS-recognized qualifications • Minimum ten plus years post qualification work experience • Good measurement and taking off experience • Computer literate with experience in Microsoft Excel, AutoCAD, Proprietary Take off Software and Quickbooks

Send letter of application and CV to Concept Plus Limited, PO Box 820, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands or the Labour Office, Providenciales. info@conceptplus.tc or fax: +649 941 8202.

Jeweler • At least 10 years of experience mandatory • Impeccable references and highly recommendations - mandatory • Knowledge of all aspects of jewelry

Domestic

CVS send to fax 946-1988

To work part-time. Salary $5.00 per hour.

dba EFFY JEWELERS

Affiliated with world renowned jewelers EFFY Jewelers with stores throughout the Caribbean and the World is now accepting applications/resumes for

SALES ASSOCIATES Requirements:

• A minimum of two 2 years jewelry sales experience or equivalent together with a proven track record of employment in a related field of business as well as a positive attitude and aptitude toward work in a customer service oriented business. Suitable candidates that do not possess the relevant required work experience but display a clear willingness to learn quickly on the job and/or benefit from the Company’s in house training initiatives may be likewise considered in exceptional circumstances • Exceptional communication and customer service skills • Trustworthy and dependable • Must be willing to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays and irregular cruise ship schedule • Clean criminal record • Unblemished employment history All candidates must be fluent in English and only Turks and Caicos Islands citizens need apply. Applications/resumes should be forwarded by e-mail to:

resume@effyjewelers.com or hand delivered to the Company’s Resident Manager at the Grand Turk Cruise Center

Worker

Contact: 231-0450

RAFAEL CASTILLO

Screaming Reels in Grand Turk

Is looking for a

Domestic Worker With good cooking and cleaning skills to work for my business. 4 days per week. $200.00 per week.

Contact: 649-231-2087

NAVA JEWELERS LTD

Is looking for a

DOMESTIC WORKER To work 6 days per week salary $5.50 per hour.

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Director of Chartered Quantity Surveying Practice

TATE FORBES

5345

August 20 - 26, 2011

Contact: 346-7354

TOOTSIE BAR Is now recruiting for the following position, suitably qualified Belongers who possess the requirements listed is encouraged to apply.

Bar Maid

The candidate will report directly to the Owner, and experience in the following areas would be a required• Should have a minimum of 3 -5 years experience in customer service • Ability to communicate in English, Spanish and French • Ability to work on shifts, weekends and

holidays • Previous work experience in the area required • Friendly, energetic, outgoing and personable • Must enjoy meeting, greeting and serving others • Ability to prepare drinks and serve

Management, Tootsie Bar Long Bay Road, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands, British West Indies Or The Commissioner of Labour Sam’s Building, Downtown, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands, British West Indies Closing date: 26th August, 2011

VACANCIES Sanitation Worker Duties include cleaning portable toilets, septic tanks, grease traps. Must be willing to get inside septic tanks for manual cleaning and have knowledge of sewerage treatment plants. Belonger preferred. Salary dependent on experience.

One livestock farmer With minimum 5 years experience in animal husbandry of small and large animals. Ability to speak Spanish a benefit. Belonger preferred. $150 per week inc. accommodation.

Deadline: 14 September 2011. All enquiries to agricola@tciway.tc

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A TASTE OF ITALY GRACE BAY, PROVIDENCIALES

Is looking for a

Contact: 941-8010

5442

To work 6 days per week salary $5.50 per hour Belonger only need apply

C & J EMPLOYMENT

BERNADINE’S COTRANS SERVICES CAR WASHER/PAINTER/ LABORER/ JANITOR

Kitchen Helper

FAX: (649) 946-4661

EMPLOYMENT / SERVICES / NOTICES

Responsibilities: • Operate a variety of vehicle detailing technologies including professional upholstery equipment and speed buffers • Ability to work Sunday’s and holidays

NIGHT AUDITOR

Qualifications: • Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University • Minimum of 3 to 5 years experience in the automotive industry related to the above

Email: branditz@yahoo.com

Hereby acting on behalf of Spence Security & Investigation

ON BEHALF OF OUR CLIENT CHRISTOVEL WILLIAMS IS LOOKING FOR A

description of responsibilities • Excellent command of QuickBooks Accounting Software • Excellent command of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook • For insurance reasons applicants must be 25 years of age or older with an accident free record • All candidates must submit a police record with their application

Is looking to employ an experienced

AUTOMOTIVE / MECHANIC ENGINEER

Security

• Must have 15+ years experience • Must have experience in teaching • Must present all training certificates

Officer Salary $6-$7 per hour

BELONGERS PREFERRED

contact: 941-8382 5456

DAVID COX

Handyman DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS & FINANCE The Director of Operations and Finance will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of business operations including commercial, technical and aspects of accounting, and finance. This individual will define operational processes that will drive subscriber growth and retention and deliver world class service. This position reports directly to the Chief Executive Officer.

Specific Job Responsibilities • • • • • • • •

Implement and monitor strategic objectives Actively seek out opportunities to improve operational efficiency Establish and maintain financial controls across the company Prepare and control operating budgets and forecasts Prepare financial reports Financial management of sales channel and retail locations Manage carrier relationships Ensure billing and collection metrics are achieved

TO WORK 6 DAYS PER WEEK. SALARY $5.00 PER HOUR

CONTACT: 946-5759

On behalf of its client West Bay Club Is seeking to employ a

Domestic

Worker To work 5 days per week. Salary $5.00 per hour.

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Islandcom, the exciting new mobile phone operator in the Turks and Caicos Islands, is looking for high quality, motivated candidates for the following positions.

To work 5 days per week. Salary $5.00 per hour.

Contact: 241-3217

SALES CLERK NORWANI SERVICE

Is looking for a

Vacancy

C & S PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

Contact: 946-8550

Interhealth Canada TCI

VACANCY Education Manager

Applications are invited for the post of Education Manager at the Turks and Caicos Islands Hospital. The position becomes vacant at the end of September 2011.

• • • • •

The Post The post holder will report to the CEO and be responsible for the management, planning, and delivery of high quality in house education services and provide an overview of external education programmes for all medical and clinical staff covering online training, conferences, seminars and workshops. The post holder will also be responsible for management training to support the HR strategy and individual/team requirements.

Compensation commensurate with qualifications and experience Deadline for submission of applications is August 26th, 2011

The Post Holder The successful candidate will be a professional medical educator with at least 10 years experience of nursing and nurse training and at least 3 years as the manager of a hospital Education Department. Experience working as an Education Manager within a successful commercial, for profit environment, providing healthcare to a client that is either a government or a government agency/body would be an advantage.

Required Qualifications & Skills

MBA or equivalent experience Professional Accountancy Designation 10 years of finance and accounting experience Proven management skills with minimum five years of relevant experience Detailed understanding of marketing, sales, engineering, IT and finance departments • Superb leadership and interpersonal skills • Proven leadership skills

Please submit all application to: Islandcom Telecommunications Ltd. Graceway House, Unit A-108 Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands, BWI Fax: (649) 941-8199. Email: cv@islandcom.tc

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PHONE: (649) 946-4664

August 20 - 26, 2011

Salary circa U$45,000 per annum dependant on qualifications and experience. Closing date is Friday 19th August. Applications with an up to date CV to include contact details are to be sent to pnicholson@interhealthcanada.tc

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EMPLOYMENT / SERVICES / NOTICES

LABOURER General labour

Utility Operations Assistant Job Responsibilities:

• Assist manager with maintenance of utility equipment; • Job requires that the employee reside on West Caicos; • Employee to be available weekends & holidays.

Sent inquires to:

Qualifications Required:

• Knowledgeable and experienced in the maintenance of diesel generators, RO

5471

Ward Consultancy

VACANCIES To make reservations, organizes seating, greets customers, seat customers, and must withstand the pressure and willing to stand for hours at a time Salary $7.50 per hour shift hours

Security Officer

To maintain security and safety of people and property in assigned areas, by patrolling

areas on foot and enforcing hotel rules and regulations Salary $7.00 per hour shift hours

Bar Maid

Basic food and drinks service skills, such as taking orders, mixing drinks and checking on customers after they receive their food and drinks Salary $5.00 per hour shift hours

Contact: 649-332-5533

WALLEYE CORP LTD. Is looking to fill the following positions:

Kitchen supervisor Requirements:

At least three years lead kitchen experience and be able to accomplish the following: • Menu Planning • Expediting • Ordering • Scheduling • Staffing • Inventory & Portion Control Starting salary 25K per year

LINE COOK

• Must be able to work all shifts • Must have experience + resume required

Contact: 441-3466

Plants, water tanks and other related equipment; • Solid electrical and mechanical background. This position is immediately available. Salary for the position is dependent on qualifications and experience. All applicants will be reviewed; however only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Applicants should apply in writing, preferably by email by August 20th 2011 to:

Acting on behalf of our clients: Veranda, Tuscany Management Co. Ltd., Shadow’s Café

Hostess

FAX: (649) 946-4661

WEST HARBOUR DEVELOPMENT CO. LTD.

Able to work with little or no supervision, be physically fit, dependable and hardworking Must be self motivated and able to understand, read, write and speak English fluently Norstar Group Ltd. P.O. Box 532, Suite 2-C, Courtyard Plaza Leeward Highway, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands Telephone: 649-941-3600/3500 or Fax: 649-941-3608

West Harbour Development Co. Ltd. - Manager P.O. Box 766, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands Email: westharbourdevelop@hotmail.com. Phone: 649-941-3574 Fax: 649-946-8597

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

the largest readership in the turks & caicos

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EMPLOYMENT / SERVICES / NOTICES

1. Parcel 60003/5, North West and North Central, Providenciales. Comprising of a one storey residential development, three bedrooms, two bathrooms, living room, kitchen and dining room. Registered Proprietor: Barbara Lynn Harris 2. Parcel 60602/123, Norway Five Cays, Providenciales. Comprising of a two storey residential development, providing two, one bedroom apartments on the ground floor and one, two bedroom apartment on the upper floor, ground floor deck and upper floor balcony. . Registered Proprietor: Shirlen Grovernor Hamilton. 3. Parcel 6113/147, Long Bay Hills, Providenciales comprising 0.51 acres of an undeveloped inland lot, well elevated and limited ocean views of the southern shores of Providenciales. Registered Proprietor: Darnell Laverne Penn. 4. Parcel 60503/152, Blue Hills and Stamers Run, Providenciales. Comprising of a single residential development providing bedroom, bathroom, kitchen, living and dining area. Registered Proprietor: Kirkley George Rigby 5. Parcel 10203/19, North West Suburbs, Grand Turk. Comprising of a detached one storey residential development providing bedroom, bathroom, kitchen, living and dining area. Registered Proprietor: Godfrey Dinsdale Williams. 2. Parcel 60715/23 Cheshire Hall and Richmond Hill, Providenciales comprising 0.48 acres of land on which is constructed 2 two storey apartment buildings, one comprising of 8 units and the other comprising of 4 units. Register Proprietor: Thomas Chalmers Misick. 3. Parcel 60609/23 Norway & Five Cays, Providenciales, comprising of a two storey residential development, three bedroom, two bathrooms, living room, kitchen and dining room, and terrace areas. Registered Proprietor: Patseylee Corina Gray 4. Parcel 60002/209 North West & North Central Providenciales, comprising of a one storey residential development, two bedrooms, one bathroom, living room, kitchen and dining room. Registered Proprietor: Tamara Erica Williams 5. Parcel 60804/49 The Bight & Thomas Stubbs Providenciales, comprising of a two storey residential development, three bedrooms, three bathrooms, living room, kitchen, dining room and laundry room. Registered Proprietor: John

Alexander Williams 6. Parcel 60610/184 Norway and Five Cays Providenciales, comprising of a single storey residential development, two bed rooms, open plan living room, dining room and kitchen. Alongside, there is a new two storey structure which provides a small one bedroom unit on each level. Registered Proprietor: Earl Nathan Tucker 7. Parcel 60003/114 North West & North Central Providenciales, comprising of a single storey residential development, three bedroom, two bathroom, kitchen, great room, laundry room and covered porch. Registered Proprietor: Stephanie Bernadette Forbes & Oneil Edward Riley 8. Parcel 60002/253 North West & North Central Providenciales, comprising of a single storey residential development, three bedroom, two bathroom, kitchen, great room, laundry room and covered porch. Registered Proprietor: Christopher Ricardo Reid & Cathyann Donita Harris Reid. 9. Parcel 60900/156 Leeward Going Through Providenciales, comprising of a two storey residential development, consisting of two one bedroom apartments on the lower level, each unit contains a kitchen, living/dining area and bathroom. Upper level unit comprises of three bedrooms, two bathroom, kitchen and living/dining area. Registered Proprietor: Evans Bobby Lavard 10. Parcel 60715/308, Cheshire Hall & Richmond Hill, Providenciales. Comprising a detached residential building providing two bedrooms, living and dining areas, a kitchen, two bathrooms. Registered Proprietor: Hugh Marvin Hendfield. 11. Parcel 60604/112, Norway & Five Cays, Providenciales. Comprising of a single storey detached building with a partial lower floor which provides 2 two bedroom apartments to the main floor and a single studio to the partial lower floor. A second detached single storey two bedroom residence. Registered Proprietors: Frank Carlos Duverge and Mernela Lexis Duverge. 12. Parcel 60807/90, The Bight & Thomas Stubbs, Providenciales comprising of a guest residence providing two bedrooms, one bathroom, open plan living, dining and kitchen area including an external covered porch. Second building provides a main house with garage efficiency and a separate one bedroom efficiency unit. Registered Proprietors: John Emanuel Williams and Carlene Andra Nadine Williams

The auction will be held at the offices of Scotiabank (Turks and Caicos) Limited, Grace Bay Branch, Providenciales at 10 o’clock in the morning on Friday the 26th day of August 2011 A reserve price will be fixed on all parcels. A deposit of 10% is due immediately upon all accepted bids.

Terms and Conditions of Sale by Auction are available by request from Scotiabank Collections Manager (649) 946-4750.

Mason

Domestic

Is looking

Worker To work 5 days

To work 5 days per week. Salary $400 per month.

per week salary $100.00 per week Contact: 345-3438

Contact: 242-5052

5467

Scotiabank (Turks & Caicos) Ltd. of Cherokee Road, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands hereby gives notice of its intention to sell by Public Auction the following properties pursuant to its power of sale as registered Chargee under the Registered Land Ordinance of the Turks and Caicos Islands:

Is looking for a

5468

IRUNDA BEAUTY SALON & SPA

Huguette Jean Baptiste

Cashier

Domestic

Is looking for a

To work 6 days per week salary $5.00 per hour. contact: 347-1493

Worker To work 5 days per week salary $5.00 per hour.

Contact: 241-7185

5416

PUBLIC AUCTION

CLIFTON BLACK

5473

NOTICE OF SALE BY

SYLVIA MISICk

SHINING STARS PREPARATORY SCHOOL

LABOURER WANTED FOR SEPTEMBER 1ST, 2011. SALARY $5.00 PER HOUR.

CONTACT: 243-1358 WARD CONSULTANCY Acting on behalf of our clients: Complete Construction

Labourer Must be able to load, unload and identify building materials, machinery and tools and distribute them to the appropriate locations according to projects plans and specifications Hours: 7am-5pm Monday – Friday Salary $5.00 per hour Carpenter Must be able to measure accurately and calculate dimensions as well as read blueprints etc. Hours: 7am-5pm Monday – Friday Salary $7.00 per hour

Contact: 649-332-5533

ADVERTISE

IN THIS SPACE! ONLY

$30

5482

PHONE: (649) 946-4664

August 20 - 26, 2011

PER WEEK CALL 946-4664

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EMPLOYMENT / SERVICES / NOTICES

FAX: (649) 946-4661

NOTICE OF SALE BY

NEW STYLE CONSTRUCTION IS LOOKING TO FILL THE FOLLOWING POSITIONS:

LABOURER PUBLIC AUCTION CONTACT 241-7185

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Salary $250.00 Per Week SAG CONSTRUCTION Is looking for a

3. Parcel 6113/147, Long Bay Hills, Providenciales comprising 0.51 acres of an undeveloped inland lot, well elevated and limited ocean views of the southern shores of Providenciales. Registered Proprietor: Darnell Laverne Penn.

To work 5 days per week. Salary $5.50 per hour.

Contact: 231-6889 TCI Paint & Supply Ltd.

One (1) Labourer

2. Parcel 60703/164 Cheshire Hall & Richmond Hill Providenciales, comprising of a three storey detached main house incorporating four bedrooms, four and a half bathrooms, living area, dining area, office, kitchen, laundry, recreation room, 2nd living area, master bedroom lounge, garage, pool and terrace areas. In addition guest house contains a one bedroom guest room and maid quarter. Registered Proprietor: Thomas Chalmers Atkinson Misick and Joyanna Roselee Misick

Interested person must be willing to work hard, must be responsible, reliable & trustworthy. Must be willing to work with little or no supervision. Schedule work hours are 7am to 5pm Applicant must be willing to work on holidays and weekends. Salary US$5.00 per hour

Please contact us by Tel: 941-7432 Or Fax 941-7431

FRANKLIN ROBINSON Is looking for a

Labourer 5474

5472

Contact: 231-0824

3. Parcel 60609/23 Norway & Five Cays, Providenciales, comprising of a two storey residential development, three bedroom, two bathrooms, living room, kitchen and dining room, and terrace areas. Registered Proprietor: Patseylee Corina Gray 4. Parcel 60002/209 North West & North Central Providenciales, comprising of a one storey residential development, two bedrooms, one bathroom, living room, kitchen and dining room. Registered Proprietor: Tamara Erica Williams

WANTED

To work 6 days per week. Salary $6.00 per hour. Contact: 244-5702

4. Parcel 60503/152, Blue Hills and Stamers Run, Providenciales. Comprising of a single residential development providing bedroom, bathroom, kitchen, living and dining area. Registered Proprietor: Kirkley George Rigby 5. Parcel 10203/19, North West Suburbs, Grand Turk. Comprising of a detached one storey residential development providing bedroom, bathroom, kitchen, living and dining area. Registered Proprietor: Godfrey Dinsdale Williams.

Seeks to fill the following position

• Must have own transportation • Must be fluent in English • Must be willing to work 6 days per week • Must be able to do boat maintenance Salary $6.00 per hour

Labourer

DIVE MASTER

5. Parcel 60804/49 The Bight & Thomas Stubbs Providenciales, comprising of a two storey residential development, three bedrooms, three bathrooms, living room, kitchen, dining room and laundry room. Registered Proprietor: John Alexander Williams

6. Parcel 60900/195 Leeward Going Through Providenciales, comprising of a single storey residential development, two bedroom, one bathroom, living room and kitchen. Registered Proprietor: Dexter Alexander Ingham 7. Parcel 60610/184 Norway and Five Cays Providenciales, comprising of a single storey residential development, two bed rooms, open plan living room, dining room and kitchen. Alongside, there is a new two storey structure which provides a small one bedroom unit on each level. Registered Proprietor: Earl Nathan Tucker 8. Parcel 60003/114 North West & North Central Providenciales, comprising of a single storey residential development, three bedroom, two bathroom, kitchen, great room, laundry room and covered porch. Registered Proprietor: Stephanie Bernadette Forbes & Oneil Edward Riley 9. Parcel 60002/253 North West & North Central Providenciales, comprising of a single storey residential development, three bedroom, two bathroom, kitchen, great room, laundry room and covered porch. Registered Proprietor: Christopher Ricardo Reid & Cathyann Donita Harris Reid. 10. Parcel 60900/156 Leeward Going Through Providenciales, comprising of a two storey residential development, consisting of two one bedroom apartments on the lower level, each unit contains a kitchen, living/dining area and bathroom. Upper level unit comprises of three bedrooms, two bathroom, kitchen and living/dining area. Registered Proprietor: Evans Bobby Lavard 11. Parcel 60715/308, Cheshire Hall & Richmond Hill, Providenciales. Comprising a detached residential building providing two bedrooms, living and dining areas, a kitchen, two bathrooms. Registered Proprietor: Hugh Marvin Hendfield. 12. Parcel 60604/112, Norway & Five Cays, Providenciales. Comprising of a single storey detached building with a partial lower floor which provides 2 two bedroom apartments to the main floor and a single studio to the partial lower floor. A second detached single storey two bedroom residence. Registered Proprietors: Frank Carlos Duverge and Mernela Lexis Duverge. 13. Parcel 60807/90, The Bight & Thomas Stubbs, Providenciales comprising of a guest residence providing two bedrooms, one bathroom, open plan living, dining and kitchen area including an external covered porch. Second building provides a main house with garage efficiency and a separate one bedroom efficiency unit. Registered Proprietors: John Emanuel Williams and Carlene Andra Nadine Williams

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EMPLOYMENT / SERVICES / NOTICES

CORNER STONE HEALING CENTER Is seeking

VACANCIES Gansevoort Turks + Caicos is a contemporary luxury full service boutique resort on Grace Bay Beach. We are looking for driven and energetic professionals with Five Star experience and who are committed to achieving excellence by ensuring Five Star standards and services are continuously delivered.

Engineering Technician

Report directly to the Chief Engineering. This position is responsible for the day to day maintenance of the hotel. This position demands attention to detail, technical expertise and understanding of the preventive maintenance process.

Minimum Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years experience, at least 2 years in construction field and/or resort property management. • Associate’s degree in engineering or certification or equivalent experience. • Ability to recognize and anticipate problems early. • Require heavy lifting and hard work therefore an affinity for hard work and excellent physical strength is mandatory. • Must be highly motivated, a self starter who needs little supervision and solution oriented. • Excellent team player qualities and self discipline is mandatory. Salary Range: $7.00 – 15.00 hour

Front Office Manager

Responsible for organizing, planning, directing and controlling of the Front Office reception, cashiers, reservations, and switchboard. Three years experience in managing a front office in a 5 star Resort. Should have a first degree. Flexibility to work shifts if necessary. A foreign language will be an asset. Front Desk Manager Front Desk Agent Communications Agent – PBX/Dispatch Bellman Airport Greeter Corporate Manager Customer Relationship Manager – Guest Services Concierge

The Voice of the Resort

– facilitates guests experience, greets, answers, assists and caters to all VIP guests and all other guests of the Resort. Conflict management experience an asset. Salary range $5.00 - $10.00 per hour.

Houseman

General cleaning of guest room areas assists room attendants with heavier tacks, window washing, linen delivery and removal. Salary range $5.00 - $8.00 hourly

Housekeeping Manager

The Manager is required to have at least a high school diploma and previous experience. Responsible for training new employees and ensuring their work schedules are coordinated. The manager may oversee the work of the employees and order cleaning supplies as needed. The manager assigns tasks to employees and may make cleaning suggestions to help improve service. Managers should be able to resolve complaints from customers regarding the cleaning services. Must be Computer literate and knowledge of Microsoft Office software are helpful in preparing reports and employee schedules; should have good communication skills; Managers should be detail-oriented.

Pool & Beach Entertainment Manager

This position is responsible for ensuring complete compliance with all hotel standards and overseeing the entire Pool & Beach Entertainment operation which includes Pool & Beach Attendants, Pool/Retail Attendants and Kids Club Coordinators. The Pool

Manager has overall responsibility for safety at the pool, as well as managerial, administrative, facility, aquatic, communications and leadership duties. Entertainment Supervisor Pool & Beach Supervisor Pool & Beach Attendant Cook Chef de Cuisine Sous Chef

1 Assistant Pastor 1 LaboUrer Requirements: Must be fluent in both English and Spanish

Interested persons should

Laundry Supervisor

3 years experience in laundry as a Supervisor. Familiarity with presser/folder an asset. Responsible to maintain accurate inventory of linens and towels, forecast reordering, protect assets, train, coach and manage staff. Salary range $7.00 - $12.00 hourly

Laundry Attendant

Overnight cleaner Must have one year experience in a resort, knowledge of cleaning process and attention to details. Able to work effectively without supervision. $5.00 to $8.00 hourly Public Area Attendant/Room Attendant Loves to clean. Clean and maintain guest rooms and general areas. Clean and replenish amenities as per the resort standards. Salary range $5.00 - $8.00 hourly

Security Agents

Excellent communication skills. Observant at all times. Experience in investigations and dealing with challenging situations. Good customer service skills. Salary range $7.00 t0 $10.00 hourly

Rooms Supervisor

Analyze Room forecast and schedule staff accordingly. Manage inventory, inspects work and coach to develop consistent skills, 2 years experience as resort room attendant and supervisor experience preferred. PC skills required. F&B Manager F&B Supervisor Bartender Busser

Servers

Provide guests with food and beverage service – restaurant, bar, room service, beach & pool. Able to work on feet all day, good math skill experience in fine dining service an asset. Salary range $5.00 – $8.00 hourly

Spa Therapist

Must be certified esthetician and massage therapist, current CPR, minimum 1 year experience in professional spa. Commission based. Successful applicants must have the following attributes requirements • Good communication skills, • Flexibility to work hospitality shifts • PC skills a must • Team Player • Self Motivated • English Language a must, sec

Is looking for a

Labourer To work 6 days per week. Salary $5.00 per hour.

contact: 244-2830 or 346-1787

Contact: 432-8290

ANDINO PARKER

E.B.S. (EXPRESS BROKERAGE SERVICES)

5485

Is looking for a

5477

Is looking for a

Kitchen Utility/Stewarding

Attention to detail, maintain a clean environment to high standards and must be able to set up event areas. Salary range $5.00 - $8.00

GEORGE PENN

Labourer

Mason

Contact: 431-1781

Contact: 941-8185

To work 5 days per week salary $250.00 per week.

5481

To work 5 days per week salary $8.00 per hour.

McKNIGHTS IS LOOKING FOR A

CLEANER TO WORK PART TIME. SALARY $6.00 PER HOUR. INTERESTED PLEASE CONTACT

Tel: 331-8120. GARDINER PLUMBING & ELECTRICAL SERVICES Is looking for a

CERTIFIED ELECTRICIAN

• Must have at least 10 years experience • Must have a drivers license • Must be able to read blueprints • Must be able to work without supervision Salary negotiable

Contact: 231-6758

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PHONE: (649) 946-4664 Is looking for a

Domestic Worker Contact: 241-8836

5464

To work 3 days per week. Salary $150.00 per week.

NOTICE I Reuben Missick is not responsible for any debts incurred by Tameka Solomon Missick

Is looking for a

Salon Helper to work 5 days per week salary $120.00 per week

Contact: 345-3438

CARLISLE SUPPLIET LIMITED

ASSISTANT FOR ELECTRICAL & PLUMBING STORE

DUTIES TO INCLUDE: • Full knowledge of Peachtree Accounting System • Accounts Payable – monthly management accounts • Full knowledge of Microbiz, POS

System, Accounts Receivable, Credit Control, Invoicing, Inventory SECRETARIAL DUTIES: • Excellent speeds in shorthand and typing are required • Full knowledge of Microsoft Office and Excel • Competent in dealing with the administration of Security Alarm System and KEE Sewage Systems Salary – remuneration in line with experience

Fax resumes to (649) 946-4437 BELONGER ONLY NEED APPLY

5463

vacancies Cosmetologist

POSITION AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY 11TH OCTOBER, 2011 Cosmetologist with over 5 years experience in all types of nails, hands and feet care services. Applicants experience must include working in the Tourist Sector. Wages $300 per week plus commission scheme. The successful applicant must be a team player and highly motivated to excel. For an interview or appointment phone Sandy Lightbourne at 946-8212 Mon to Fri between hrs of 10am and 5pm. Resumes and references required. Applications would be considered from Belongers only and must be received by 26th August, 2011.

Hair Stylist

POSITIONS AVAILABLE 15TH NOVEMBER, 2011 Hair Stylist with over 5 years experience in all types of hair care services. These services must include colors, tints, cuts, trims, styling, perms, blow-drying, braiding and weaving. Some experience in Manicure/Pedicure would be a plus. Wages $300 per week plus commission scheme. The successful applicant must be a team player and highly motivated to excel. For an interview or appointment phone Sandy Lightbourne at 946-8212 Mon to Fri between hrs of 10am and 5pm. Resumes and references required. Applications would be considered from Belongers only and must be received by 26th August, 2011.

JOB OPPORTUNITY Senior Technician

(ACTIVATING, DESIGNING, SPLICING, ENGINEERING & TROUBLING SHOOTING) Primary objectives of the Job Duties: Utilize Computer Aided Design software to design plant extension and system rebuilds/upgrade projects. Prepare cost estimates for minor and major plant extensions. Activate and trouble shoot nodes, trouble shoot and correct internet system problems, splice and maintain the Fiber Optic system when necessary. Act as the company’s primary liaison with Residential, Commercial and Multi Dwelling Unit construction developers.

requires an

To assist and work alongside the Managing Director in all aspects of running the company on a day-to-day basis, including dealing with staff, suppliers, clients, etc. at least 10 years experience required

FAX: (649) 946-4661

CLIFTON BLACK

5466

J & S FLOWER SHOP

EMPLOYMENT / SERVICES / NOTICES

Roles and Responsibilities: • Understand and follow all company safety standard and practices including but not limited to: vehicles safety, proper placement of traffic signs and cones. Understand and follows accident reporting procedures. Understand and follows applicable Electric Safety Code rules and regulations • Have the ability to troubleshoot and maintain head-end equipment (fiber optic lasers, fiber optic splitters, modulators and RF combination network). • Supervise and train field technicians • Have the ability to read and interpret, organize, update and maintain complete set(s) of system prints • Related to repairs to optimize system faults when necessary. • Utilize Signal Level Dsam-3600b meters w/voip/Web Browser and path track field view • Must be willing and able to handle special projects • Perform all job functions with the appropriate safety measures • Must be capable of carrying heavy equipment and climbing 32ft ladders • Must be able to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays • Have a valid driver’s license and the ability to operate large vehicles in a safe manner • Liaise with Express High speed internet-TCT to troubleshoot internet problems • Inspect, test and repair cable and fiber equipment at WIV various locations. • Verify that repairs are made to the satisfaction of the customers’ and meet company’s standards. • Determine the serviceability of residences deemed not serviceable according to the company’s billing database. Communicate the status of serviceability to the customer service department. • Prepare costs estimates if construction is necessary to service a residence or commercial establishment • Responsible for the coordination of design information exchange and timeliness of construction activities between WIV and developers to ensure construction projects are designed and completed within a timely manner and within established cost guidelines. • Prepare bill of materials for supplies and materials required for construction related projects • Communicate with and assist field technicians with revisions to strand and design maps of existing cable facilities • Assist with the upkeep required for the Satellite farm • Drive company vehicle and ensure vehicle is properly maintained • Perform other duties in keeping with the position Qualifications and requirements: Education: BSc in Electronics or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent approved training courses in electronics Experience: Five years experience related experience • Must have experience in general drafting and the ability to use tools, Instruments, and materials normally used in such activities. • Must have extensive knowledge of equipment characteristics, capabilities and limitations. Must have the ability to make sketched diagrams accurately. Skills and workings conditions • Excellent communications skills with external and internal customers • Must be committed to providing exceptional customers service (both external and internal) at all times. Have the Ability to keep to schedule with minimum supervision. • Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where on limited to standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral diagram, or schedule form. • Proficient in CAD Software and preparation of engineering design and costs estimates for new build, rebuild and upgrade projects. Salary: $35, 000.00 - $45,000.00 per annum. Plus additional benefits

Contact: WIV Cable P.O. Box 679 Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands administrator@wiv.tc or fax 946-4866 No telephone calls please

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EMPLOYMENT / SERVICES / NOTICES

Send letter of application and CV to Concept Plus Limited, PO Box 820, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands or the Labour Office, Providenciales. info@conceptplus.tc or fax: +649 941 8202.

Job Opportunity For magazines, illustrations, advertisments, posters and other publications This position requires someone

@@ With at least five (5) years experience working with Macintosh computers. @@ Must be able to creative in publications, illustrations and other marketing products from concept to finish. @@ Proficiency using Adobe InDesign, Illustrator and PhotoShop software for print is essential. @@ Some technical, networking and web design knowledge an asset. Salary paid weekly will commensurate with experience. Forward applications to: Advertising Graphics Ltd. Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands Email: advertisinggraphics@gmail.com NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE

Preference will be given to Belongers and Legal Residents

Is looking for a

Jeweler • At least 10 years of experience mandatory • Impeccable references and highly recommendations - mandatory • Knowledge of all aspects of jewelry

Domestic

CVS send to fax 946-1988

To work part-time. Salary $5.00 per hour.

Worker

Contact: 231-0450

RAFAEL CASTILLO

Screaming Reels in Grand Turk

Is looking for a

Domestic Worker With good cooking and cleaning skills to work for my business. 4 days per week. $200.00 per week.

Contact: 649-231-2087

DOMESTIC WORKER To work 6 days per week salary $5.50 per hour.

5448

Director of Chartered Quantity Surveying Practice

TATE FORBES

5345

Contact: 346-7354

TOOTSIE BAR Is now recruiting for the following position, suitably qualified Belongers who possess the requirements listed is encouraged to apply.

Bar Maid

holidays • Previous work experience in the area required • Friendly, energetic, outgoing and personable • Must enjoy meeting, greeting and serving others • Ability to prepare drinks and serve

One livestock farmer With minimum 5 years experience in animal husbandry of small and large animals. Ability to speak Spanish a benefit. Belonger preferred. $150 per week inc. accommodation.

Deadline: 14 September 2011. All enquiries to agricola@tciway.tc

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Sports National

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Charity game raises fund for Meneide’s education NATIONAL player Emmanuella Meneide received kind support last Saturday when the Turks and Caicos Islands Football Association teamed up with several private individuals with support from the Sports Commission to hold a charity game. The game was geared towards raising funds for Meneide, who is attending college in the USA. The TCIFA said that they were “only too happy to assist in this event” since the youngster has represented the Turks and Caicos Islands National Team at U-20 and senior levels. The association’s president, Chris Bryan said: “Emmanuella is a dedicated member of our national teams and is committed to achieving her education goals using soccer as a tool to help her further her studies. We were happy to do what we could to help her raise the

funds for college and I would like to thank the whole football community in coming together to support this worthy cause”. The TCIFA now has seven male and an equal amount of female national team players attending schools and universities overseas and the association hopes that as its youth programmes continue to develop, more will follow in years to come. Angel Campbell is now the captain of the Florida state team and Sarah Cenary and Pekiera Brooks have just returned from a successful training camp at Cornell University where they attracted the interest of several college coaches. Technical Director Matthew Green added: “It is clear that we can produce talented players here in the islands and it is one of our main goals to ensure that we can prepare

them to play at a higher level overseas. Hopefully with the assistance of people in the community we can continue to help in the development of young people in our country. We have many young players that give up a lot of the time to help our association and we will continue to support them in their chosen careers and educational opportunities”. The charity game featured a Women’s Select XI and players from the TCIFA U-17 Boys’ Academy. The result was a 7-0 win for the Academy team, but the female team came close to scoring on several occasions and ensured that the boys (who have been in training over the past two months) were given a tough test. The goals were scored by: Jerry Liluce (2), Jack McKnight (2), Herby Magny, Jeff Joseph and John Dorcil.

PABA will tip off night league in October –Pre-season action set for next week SEVEN teams are expected to compete next week in a pre-season competition organised by the Provo Amateur Basketball Association (PABA) as the organisation gears up for their night league in October. Grand Turk, TC Crystal Lions, Flyers, Knights, South Caicos Harbour Boys, Predators and North Caicos should compete in the two-day event which tips off at the Gustarvus Lightbourne Sports Centre basketball court from 18:00h (6pm) on Thursday evening (August 25th) and runs to Saturday (August 27th). The 2011-2012 season is officially scheduled to start on October 14th.

The PABA is asking that players and coaches get their teams ready for the events. Secretary Mr. Sydwell Glasgow can be reached on telephone numbers: 244-9508 or 332-9508 for further details. In September the PABA will hold a High School Development League (date the be announced) while on October 3rd there will be a National Certification Course for interested enthusiasts followed by a basketball award ceremony on October 7th. The PABA which is affiliated to the Turks and Caicos Basketball Federation elected officials last year: Dwayne Taylor (president), Sherlin Williams (vice-

president), Sydwell Glasgow (secretary), Keith Cox (treasurer), Nathalie Sweeting (asst. secretary) and Heath Francis and Mervin Forbes (public relations officials). Under the stewardship of the executive the PABA completed a successful league year (October 20102011); hosted the Providenciales High School Development League (where CHHS emerged champions); hosted the Adult Night League (where TC Crystal Lions took the spoils); hosted its first All Star Weekend family event which included games such as Pastors v Coaches, Lime v. Digicel. The association also focused on a primary school basketball fun day to expose the younger players to a competition based event.

August 20 - 26, 2011

Quality Supermarket/Vita Malt Cricket Competition:

Jamaican All-Stars yet to win THE JAMAICAN All-Stars are still looking for their first win after they suffered another defeat in the Quality Supermarket/Vita Malt sponsored PCA cricket competition. Against counterparts Jam Turk, last Saturday at the Downtown Ball Park, it was a dismal performance as the batting failed and the bowling seemed ordinary at best. Batting first after winning the toss Jamaican All-Stars reached 103-7 when their allotted 20 overs expired. Danny Williams top scored with 27 runs and David Leckie added 21 runs. Bowling for Jam Turk Douglas Brown claimed 3-11 from four overs. In reply Jam Turk reached 1041 in 9.1 overs after Osmond Sicard

Osmond Sicard led Jam Turk with 45 unbeaten runs.

made an unbeaten 45 runs and Kevaugh Brown added 22.

Provo Softball League:

Silver Deep Sharks stay undefeated SILVER Deep Sharks, as their female counterparts the Cruisers, have stayed undefeated in the Provo Softball League. In their latest victories, the Sharks got the better of the CBC Tigers. That game ended 14-8. Earlier Sunday at the Downtown Ball Park, the Coco Cola Braves humbled the Air Turks and Caicos team 16-0. The losers have had a miserable season since they just have one win in the league.

On Saturday the Tigers were happier since they defeated Kischo 10-6. Prior to that clash Kischo got past Air Turks and Caicos 13-5. The league continues this weekend. On Saturday HAB Predators tackle Silver Deep Cruisers and Kischo will look for revenge against the Tigers while on Sunday the Braves will play the Sharks and in the female clash the Coco Cola Angels will meet Kia Rulay.

Josh for Sports

Jamaicans graceful winners FOR YEARS, a TV advertisement promoting the ABC wide world of sports always was trumpeted before the sports event was aired. It spoke about the thrill of victory and the agony of defeat. There are so many proverbs/ adages in sports; one such talk about one being humble in victory and gracious in defeat. Some people brag when they are victorious in sports, however when they lose, they find a multiplicity of excuses that are, sometimes most illogical. Like I said the other day, there are no excuses for losing in sports. There are, however, analytical explanations as to what were the reasons behind the resultant endpoint of final result. For, like I’ve said before, to every action there is an equal and opposite reaction. In physics we talk about resultant forces.

By Joshua Gardiner

THE HAITIAN-JAMAICAN FOOTBALL CLASSIC Football is one of the many practiced sports that stimulates/promotes social interaction between persons of diverse national, spiritual, cultural, sociological and economical backgrounds. However, when the focus is misplaced, there can be the opposite of the desired effect. Instead of

promoting inter-cultural awareness at the national level, which is a form of positive interaction, the opposite result can manifest itself. Animosity, hatred and violence raise their ugly head. 2010 In support of the celebration of Jamaica’s Independence a football match was established between the Jamaican and Haitian nationals residing here in Providenciales. The inaugural match of 2010 ended with the Haitian Nationals being victorious by a score of 3-0. For the Jamaicans, this represented a point of humiliation. The stigma of the defeat was a burden that the Jamaicans had to carry for the duration of one year. I TOLD YOU SO The year 2011 would show different fortunes realised by a different nationality; that is to say that the

tables would be reversed this time around. There were persistent rumors that the Jamaicans had recruited players out of their homeland so as to enhance their chances of winning and reversing their fortunes. The Haitians were so cocksure of their continuous winning ways against their opponents that they laughed off the possibility of such a move if it was indeed truthful. THE WAR IS ON, THE BATTLE IS RAGING The battle raged on for the duration of regulation time. At the end, the score was 0-0. Overtime came and ended and yet the score remained at 0-0. TIME FOR WEAPONS OF

MASS DESTRUCTION Then came the dreaded call for the utilisation of the nuclear weapon of mass destructions—commonly called penalty kicks. To cut a long story short, the Haitian goal-keeper was successful in stopping one shot, whereas the Jamaican goal-keeper was successful in stopping three, and, thus assured Jamaica the victory based on penalties. SOUR LOSERS The Haitians still feel that they have not lost the match, but were just beaten by penalty shots. I’ve never heard such rubbish in my entire life. A defeat is a defeat; should the Haitians had won they would be most loud and boisterous even to this date. In sports there will always be winners and losers.

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Quality Supermarket/Vita Malt Cricket Competition:

Undefeated Police on a rampage POLICE have solidify themselves as the team to beat in the Quality Supermarket/Vita Malt sponsored T-20 cricket competition in Providenciales after picking up eight points in four games. In their latest victory, last Sunday, the lawmen once again showed their batting prowess; and despite their star batsman Garvin Bruno not delivering, runs nevertheless came as another big hitting national player Sabuton John powered his way to 91. He smashed 12 fours and four sixes to push his side to 191-9 in their allotted overs against the Quality Kings XI. Kareem Jack chipped in with 23. Bowling for the Kings Ancel Williams and skipper Andy Khutaligham both nabbed 2-32 from four overs. In reply only Earl Henry with 73 (14X4s) and Anthony McKnight with 33 (7X4s) showed fight as the Kings could only reach 150-4 from their 20 overs.

National player Sabuton John smashed 12 fours and four sixes in his score of 91.

Bruno spun his way to 2-20 from four overs. The Quality Kings now sit in second place tied on four points with the Jaguars. KB Home and Jam Turk are tied for fourth (two points each) while the Jamaican All-Stars are in sixth (zero points).

TCI’s youth players will put this country on the football map once again.

ESPN Soccernet Press Pass returns next week The TCIFA will be given an opportunity to showcase the talent of many of its young players next week when the popular TV programme ESPN Soccernet Press Pass makes a return visit to the islands. The TV show has a large audience with fans around the world who will now get a chance to see what is happening with the development of football in our islands. A camera team and reporter, Jo Anker, already visited the islands in July and interviewed TCIFA officials and met with many of the TCIFA’s young players who were involved in a summer camp. The TCI U-20 Women’s National team and U-17 Academy Boys will be involved in training sessions with ex-World cup stars Robbie Earle (Jamaica 1998) and Shaka Hislop (2006) during this visit. Technical Director Matthew Green was delighted at this prospect: “Our players are very excited about

meeting and training with these players. Football is all about sharing experiences and it will be great for our players to learn from two of the best players that their respective countries have produced”. TCIFA president Chris Bryan said: “We are extremely pleased and excited that the ESPN soccer show is going to be hosted live from the Turks and Caicos in August. It will give us a chance to show people what the association is striving to achieve as well as promoting the islands generally to a huge international audience. Hopefully it will create further interest in our football programmes and persuade more people to get involved both here and overseas”. The TCIFA’s youth programmes begin again on September 3rd, and the association is hoping that the visit by ESPN and the former players will enable the season to start off on a high note.

Director of Sports Alvin Parker (standing) is hoping that young athletes are influenced by the local heroes.

CARIFTA gold medallists spread national pride CARIFTA gold medallists Domanique Missick and Delano Williams went island hopping this week to not only spread national pride in the hearts of young and upcoming athletes, but also to get a first-hand experience of what the TCI has to offer. The exercise which was done to foster national unity was the brain child of the Sports Commission and its head Alvin Parker feels that it served its purpose. “We wanted to expose the athletes

to the country in which they represent and educate them on its history, people and historic sites. We wanted for them to have a better appreciation of the TCI and to represent us more proudly in the future.” The Director of Sports Parker said that the event “also allowed the communities around the country to meet the athletes” which he pointed out would hopefully “inspire the youths, sponsors, parents and the community at large- to support sports within

the islands”. Parker said that the exercise gave sponsors around the country a chance to see and meet those who have benefited greatly from their sponsorship funds. The gentlemen, during their speeches, also talked with young people about the importance of training consistently, being disciplined, having healthy eating habits and doing well academically. At CARIFTA this year Missick copped gold in high jump while Williams won his in the 200M sprint.

Hastings impressed with rugby setup in the TCI

Scott Hastings said he was impressed with the development of rugby in the TCI.

FORMER international rugby player Scott Hastings, who delivered the feature address at this year’s President’s Dinner, was impressed with the organising of rugby in the Turks and Caicos Islands. Hastings congratulated the local body, the TCIRFU, on their hard work to date which includes their recent admission to the North American and Caribbean Rugby Association (NACRA). At the dinner last Saturday evening at the Provo Golf Club the rugby great regaled the enthusiastic

crowd with stories of his playing career and some funny anecdotes about rugby. According to information from the TCIRFU the event raised a sizeable amount for their junior rugby programme and the Meridian Field pitch maintenance fund. Hastings said he has had a wonderful time here as a guest of the TCIRFU and would take home many fond memories of the islands. He is looking forward to returning in the near future, potentially with some of his other rugby team mates.

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