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Ten pledge land and property for Misick’s release

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Premier Rufus Ewing giving a hearty welcome to the former Premier as Pastor Alexander Williams looks on

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Michael Misick being anointed and blessed at a church service held in his honour Monday night

Premier Rufus Ewing (front left) formed a part of the crowd gathered at the Abundant Life Ministries to welcome Michael Misick to Providenciales

Supporters welcome former Premier back to Provo

“I WANT to thank all of you for coming and welcoming me home.

In a way, I feel like the prodigal son and I love you so much, and this day will be in my heart forever no matter what happens in the future; the love that I received here tonight and the last week will stay with me forever.”

These were the closing words to an impromptu speech delivered at a Providenciales church by former Premier Michael Misick as he laughed self-consciously to the accompaniment of shouts of “we love you too, Mike’.

A smiling and seemingly relaxed Misick arrived via private jet at the Providenciales Air Centre at about 7.30pm Monday night (January 13) after being let out on bail about one hour before.

The ex-leader faces a charge of conspiracy to bribe and is due to appear in Supreme Court for a sufficiency hearing on Friday, March 7.

Vehicles clogged the streets in

front of the Air Centre on Old Airport Road as scores of people welcomed him to Providenciales.

Following his arrival a motorcade procession travelled along Leeward Highway with horns beeping all the way to the Abundant Life Ministries International for an hour long service presided by Bishop C Alexander Williams.

Giving thanks to God for the safe arrival of the former Premier, the Bishop invited him to say a few words to the cheering supporters assembled at the church.

“I am so humbled by the outburst of all of my brothers and sisters; it is so good to be back home.

“When you hear people say there is no place like home, trust me, there is no place like home,” Misick said.

He briefly recounted his experience while imprisoned in Brazil, stating that the will of God saw him through.

“Being in prison anywhere is not good. Being in prison away from home

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where you have no family and friends; that is only by the grace of God…” Observing that everything happens for a reason, Misick told his supporters that in order to have a testimony; one has to go through a test.

“And for the longest while I have been tested and what kept me going is my faith and the scriptures; I read the Bible every day and one of the verses that stuck with me is, ‘If you have faith the size of a mustard seed, you can move mountains’.”

He admitted to his followers that he had acknowledged that this day would soon arrive.

“I accept that this would come, but it seemed so far. Every time it… seemed further and further away, but it is through God’s grace and his mercies that kept me, because of the love that I know you have for me and I have for you I wanted to come to see you and be among you; not as the former Premier but as your friend.”

The former Chief Minister said he was overwhelmed by the outpouring of love he received throughout the TCI since arriving on January 7.

Supporters rush to hug and welcome the former Premier home to Providenciales

He added that what the experience has done for him is brought him closer to God. “Because I used to see the Bishop preach when I came to church and say that if God take you to it, he’ll take you through it, and now I can testify he’s right, because in the early dark days in prison I thought that I would never make it.

Premier Rufus Ewing giving a hearty welcome to the former Premier as Bishop Alexander Williams looks on

“But being alone and praying in my cold, dark cell and asking God for the strength, the peace, patience and for the courage so that I can make it, so that I can come back home to you.”

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Ten pledge land and property for Misick’s bail TWELVE million dollars in land and property, strict conditions, a private jet to the TCI mecca of Providenciales and Michael Misick was out on bail and back among the people.

Chief Justice, Edwin Goldsbrough on Monday evening (January 13) granted bail to the former Premier after receiving sworn testimony of ten Belongers who put up their land and properties –which exceeded the proposed $10 million – to secure Misick’s release from Her Majesty’s Prison in Grand Turk.

He has to report to a Providenciales police station twice daily, among a number of other strict conditions imposed by the Chief Justice.

A statement from the Misick family was released on Wednesday afternoon. They thanked everyone who prayed for him, inquired, and

sent well wishes while he was imprisoned in Brazil.

It continued: “A special thanks to those who agreed to act as his surety so that he could be released on bail.

“Michael is pleased to be home to squarely face the allegations against him. Michael’s concern has always been that he and his co accused should receive a fair trial, preferably by their own means. That remains his hope.”

Meanwhile, during the bail hearing in the Providenciales Supreme court, lead prosecutor of the Special Investigations and Prosecution Team (SIPT), Andrew Mitchell made a submission that Misick’s sufficiency hearing which was initially set for March 7, be brought forward.

However, defence attorney, Oliver Smith did not agree to this,

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Premier Rufus Ewing - who he stood beside while the Bishop was sermonising - along with ministers of the Government.

“We have a great country. We have a great country my people, but we have to take our country back,” he declared to loud applause and shouts of ‘Yes’.

“We have nothing to fear; if you conquer fear then you can conquer anything, because it is fear that robs us of our mission.

Fear robs us of destiny; it is our destiny to be a free people, to be a purpose people and we should not be afraid to demand that we get our country back.”

He assured the congregation that God is their midst, and with his presence amongst them, they need not be afraid.

“And with us deciding that we are not going to be afraid anymore, no matter how hard they try, we will stand up and be counted.

“And even if we have to go through persecution, you got to stand for what you believe, you got to not be afraid. You got to not see wrong and call it right.”

He further encouraged them

to go back to basics – family, prayer and God. To swells of cheers, raised fists, clapping and shouts of agreement, Misick exited the stage at the Abundant Life church with this call to his supporters: “Let us take our country back; let us not be afraid. Let us challenge the status quo, let us fight for our freedom, and let us fight for our independence…”

In brief comments, Premier Ewing summed up the sentiment of all those gathered at the church.

“It is a great night; a great night.”

Ewing observed that there is much work to be done now; assuring the former Premier that they are all praying for him and will continue to do so.

“Enjoy and we will surely enjoy having you and together we will do it,” he added.

Bishop Williams then anointed Misick with oil, followed by several benedictions by the congregation.

As the former Premier exited the church he greeted several excited people - hugging and sharing a word with some – while several others vied for his attention. (DI)

although no denial was put forth to the suggestion.

Up to press time, March 7 remains the date that Misick is expected to appear before the Supreme Court for that hearing.

Mitchell suggested to the court both on Monday and during the plea and directions hearing of Misick’s co-defendants on January 7 – that judicial discretion be used to bring the sufficiency hearing to an earlier date.

Ordinarily, a defendant has a period of up to 35 days after his arraignment in the Magistrate’s Court before that hearing.

Goldsbrough indicated that he is prepared to do this, however it is now up to Misick’s legal team

Michael Misick is out on bail and back among the people

whether they will agree to the date being brought forward.

When contacted, Smith indicated that he will no longer be representing Misick, and that he only did so for the bail hearings.

According to information from the Governor’s Office, the former Premier will be added to the information against his co-accused - comprised of a former PNP leader, former ministers of government,

prominent local attorneys and others.

They face money laundering and a plethora of other charges.

One week after arriving at the JAGS McCartney International Airport in Grand Turk to what many have called a ‘hero’s welcome’ and being charged with conspiracy to bribe, the former Premier was welcomed to Providenciales with a church service in his honour, attended by scores of people. (DI)

Woman fights off armed burglars – Thieves threaten victim with rape and murder A WOMAN is recovering from painful injuries after attempting to fight off two men armed with a knife and machete who raided her home on Monday (January 13) evening.

The thieves brutally beat the victim and threatened to rape and kill her, before making away with possessions worth thousands of dollars.

The Providenciales homeowner of two years, who asked to remain unnamed, spoke candidly to the Weekly News this week about the traumatic incident.

It began at about 6.50pm when she was in the kitchen of her home in Lower Bight making tea, she explained.

The main steel door of the kitchen was open but the screen door was closed and locked.

The woman thought she heard something on the step and as she looked out of the screen door she saw a man crouched down low right against the wall.

Startled, she began to scream as loud as she could at him – asking what he was doing in her home and demanded that he leave.

Just then another man emerged from behind the first; they crashed through the door and made their way inside where they jumped the victim and knocked her down to the ground.

“They told me to ‘Shut the f*** up’ and that they were going to kill me,” she told the Weekly News.

The man who had her pinned was holding a fillet knife with a six inch blade but during a struggle the victim grabbed it, turned it around and began to push it into him.

The second man who was standing nearby holding a machete violently kicked her about the head and stomped on her face. He shouted for her to shut up and said that they were going to rape her.

As that was happening, the man on the ground turned the knife back around and asked the woman where the money was.

One of the burglars then pulled the woman up on the ground and held her in a choke hold that almost caused her to black out and the other kicked her knees out from underneath her.

The men stole the woman’s rings off her fingers and ripped her diamond earrings from her ears.

Then they grabbed her backpack and filled it with items including an iPod, an iPad, a Toshiba laptop, a house phone, a Blackberry cell phone, $95 in cash and a Nikon underwater camera.

Thirteen minutes after the attack began at about 7.03pm the burglars

took off and the dazed woman quickly contacted a police officer friend who called 911 for her.

However it took more than half an hour for the police to turn up to the scene and no ambulance ever arrived, she said.

That evening she went to the hospital for a CAT scan and x-rays but despite huge amounts of swelling and bruising she was told she had not sustained any serious injuries.

The woman, originally from Canada, told the Weekly News that this is the first time she has ever experienced violence of this type in the TCI after vacationing in the country for more than 18 years.

“They’re not going to scare me away, this is my paradise. There are some very good people on this island.

“I love Turks and Caicos. I feel peace here, I feel content here.”

She said that she has been inundated with offers of help from all over the island including people she has never met before.

“I haven’t been alone since it happened. There are a lot of people here that are very nice, very loving, very kind.”

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

Ambulance service

LAST week the Weekly News exposed details of a sub-standard ambulance service that is putting the lives of the public at risk every day.

Limited financial backing and cooperation from the Government has led to insufficient numbers of workers, decrepit equipment and badly maintained trucks.

Former frontline members of the Government’s Emergency Medical Services (EMS) spoke openly to the Weekly News about the appalling conditions they were forced to work under.

But the Government was unwilling to respond to requests for comment on the shocking state of the emergency service.

What are your thoughts? Have you had any personal experiences with the service? What do you think should be done?

Illogical spending

What do you expect?

Given the appalling maintenance condition of most Government and police vehicles, and the joke that is the Government garage, it is no surprise that even the recently-purchased, brand new ambulance is in unreliable condition.

It seems that the police force is about to get a new shipment of vehicles for their use, and I wonder how long it will be until they start falling by the wayside, and are no longer suitable for patrol duties?

Notwithstanding the Government’s claims that ministerial travel is necessary to keep this country in the worldwide loop, how much better could the ambulance vehicles be made if they had received the funds allocated to even one of the Minister of Health’s ‘jaunts’ overseas?

Yes, our Government is, and is always likely to be, faced with limited cash resources, but it absolutely infuriates the population to

see the illogical and selfish way those limited resources are allocated – on trips and benefits that directly favour the ministers and senior officials, but are of very limited, if any, benefit to the population at large!

Just like putting the kindergarten class in charge of the school!

Maintenance is vital

As usual, we want to have all the modern amenities, but we do not maintain a darned thing!

This applies to fire trucks and equipment, garbage trucks, roads, schools, etc.

The short-sightedness in budgeting for repair and maintenance on Government assets is abysmal.

Nobody here seems to understand that you cannot just drive these vehicles without REGULAR maintenance!

We might as well stop peeing away money on capital purchases until the persons in Government responsible for asset maintenance wake up and budget enough to do repair and

Woman robbed at knifepoint in Blue Hills TWO men armed with knives robbed a 26-year-old woman as she was walking down Bible Street, Blue Hills, last week.

At about 6.25pm on Thursday, January 9, the crooks approached the lady, threatened her and demanded her bag.

The terrified victim gave them her brown bag – which contained cash, ID cards and a Samsung cell phone – and they fled the scene.

Police responded to the incident and established a crime scene which specialist forensic officers examined.

The culprits are described as two black men, one wearing a navy blue shirt and black pants with a red shirt covering his

face, and the other wearing a red shirt and black pants with a black shirt covering his face.

Detectives of the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force (RTCIPF) are appealing for witnesses to come forward with information.

Anyone with information can call Crimestoppers on 1-800-8477 or use the Crimestoppers online reporting page www.crimestoppers.tc.

Information provided will be treated in the strictest of confidence.

People should not report crime information via Facebook and Twitter pages.

maintenance on an ongoing basis.

Been too long

This problem was reported years ago during the interim administration who promised new ambulances.

It should have been picked up by the clinical audit we were told was underway months ago and then quickly corrected.

No justification

It’s an appalling situation. Here we have persons willing to do the service yet still they are not being giving the necessary tools and equipment needed to perform any arising medical task due to the lack of these much needed equipment and supplies.

Yet still the Government say they are for the people.

The siren on the ambulance is a joke. My grandson’s toy fire tuck is louder than that.

You would have to be looking in your rear view mirror to know the ambulance is trying to pass you. It would make you laugh if it was not such a serious thing.

We have got to do better. The Government will not respond because they cannot justify why things are not up to par.

Healthcare failure

It is not only the ambulance service it’s the hospital on a whole that is putting people’s lives at risk.

People who are waiting for their work permits to be renewed or are in between jobs, unemployed persons, the elderly and even children have been turned away.

Due to the hospitals’ outpatient policy not to dispense medication and the fact that there is no pharmacy on site, poses a serious risk to some people.

These matters coupled with the simple fact that non-complicated procedures are being referred abroad due to lack of skills or equipment is making the expense of the hospital stifling and unbearable.

Fifth estate takes control

It is investigative journalism like this, of the TC Weekly News digging into real issues that gives me confidence.

One wonders sometimes about the relevance of our elected representatives on healthcare issues such as this.

It seems that in the TCI our future to fight real issues like these lie not in the elected but the fifth estate - media, respected journalists.

Our elected representatives in the PNP and PDM are really proving useless and ineffective because media voices in the fifth estate are emerging to fill the gap of representation left by our elected officials.

Our Government is really on vacation, travelling and content to sitting by to allow the Governor’s Office and the Permanent Secretaries to set policy.

We have elected a gluttonous and useless bureaucracy and are calling them ministers.

PNP Government where is your voice?

PDM Opposition where is your cry for the people on these issues?

It is time both sides get pressured to dig,

dig, research write, cajole, make noise, and represent real issues.

We need to pressure to stop these elected people from getting paid so that they could represent.

No more blind trust

I do wonder sometimes what kind of Government we have here in the TCI. It is like the TCI is on remote control and that they are elected to leave our country at risk.

What a problem and dilemma we face as a people. Why can’t the ministers sit down and budget for the ambulance services, why can’t they go to visit, show concern and even care?

Our country, our people, our tourism and people are at risk because of this lack of care and concern.

Hon Ewing you must be proud of yourself as Mike Misick’s lead negotiator on the hospital deal, creating a situaton where funds are not available for things as serious as the ambulance service.

I think the Rt Hon Sharlene Cartwright Robinson, as Leader of the Opposition and the Hon Sean Astwood need to come out and call for a Commission of Inquiry into all of this.

I mean ALL - the hospital contract, the weak budgeting and funds because of the payments to the hospital deal, the way the hospital is run, the inability of the Government to regulate the hospital.

Because of what Rufus Ewing did and how the PNP forced through that rip off deal - no monies are in the budget for the ambulance service.

We are being ripped off, under budgeted for in critical areas such as health, education, scholarships, poverty alleviation and our Government is asleep at the wheel.

The people’s trust is being misplaced. We can no longer have any more blind trust into any elected official because this Government is selling us down the river.

Buy health system back

InterHealth Canada is getting away with murder - all that money they are getting from the national health scheme, they should pay for EMS and not the Government.

I am surprised to learn today that the Government is expected to pay for EMS services - financial rape.

Which idiot was in charge of these major downfalls we continue to reap from that bad hospital deal?

We have to buy our health system back and create an accountable and reliable system that has sense and a heart for the people of this country, get serious and put this health system in perspective.

Without vision the people will perish.

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Crown loses again in front Gov’t proposes drone programme of Judge Ramsay-Hale to help fight illegal immigration

JUDGE Margaret Ramsay-Hale has once again ruled against the Attorney General Chambers, this time in a case involving Trade Wind Industries (TWI).

On Thursday (January 16), the judge handed down her decision in a case in which the AG Chambers sought a stay of the injunction filed by TWI questioning the AG’s authority to appoint an arbitrator to adjudicate a $100 million lawsuit.

In its application for a stay, the Crown submitted that if the company wants to challenge the arbitrator, it has to be done in arbitration.

Ramsay-Hale also refused the Crown’s application for permission to appeal her decision and ordered them to file a defence in the proceedings.

The defendants in the case are the Governor, the TCI Government and the Attorney General.

In 2012 the plaintiff filed a $100 million lawsuit against former Governor Ric Todd and the TCIG for breaches of leases and malicious falsehoods.

That matter was heard before Judge Ramsay-Hale early last year.

She ruled that the case should be heard in open court and not in arbitration as the Crown argued.

However, that ruling was later overturned by the Appeal Court and the matter was sent to arbitration.

Three arbitrators were set to be appointed - one by each side and the third jointly.

Lawrence Cohen QC was appointed by the plaintiff, while Kenneth Rokison QC was appointed by the Crown.

However, according to the injunction filed by TWI, the TCIG did not give permission for Rokison’s appointment.

The AG at the time, Huw

Shepheard, had claimed that as AG he did not need authorisation from the TCIG for the appointment.

But in a subsequent and separate court summons filed by the Premier Rufus Ewing, this assertion was questioned.

In that case – which is currently before the Supreme Court - Ewing is asking the court to decide whether on the true construction of the 2011 Constitution, the AG has the authority to institute, prosecute and defend civil proceedings on behalf of or against the Government without Cabinet’s knowledge or approval.

In her ruling in the TWI’s case on Thursday, Judge Ramsay-Hale said that she takes the validity of Rokison’s appointment as a matter for the court to decide.

She asserted that given the circumstances of the company’s injunction, and the court filing by the Premier in which he too questioned the authority of the AG while referencing the TWI’s proceedings, the court is better place to determine the issues raised in the company’s statement of claim.

TWI, in its injunction also seeks discharge from the arbitration agreement with the Government.

It also wants a court declaration that the Government did not appoint Rokison; that he is not the second arbitrator pursuant to the arbitration agreement and, to the extent necessary, an order removing him as such.

It claims Rokison does not have the authority to take part in the appointment of a third arbitrator.

The company further claims that the arbitration agreement between the parties was repudiated and as such is at an end. (DI)

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in their early twenties.

One man was slender, about 5ft 7ins and wore a black woolly hat with a white cloth mask. He will have stab wounds to his abdomen and damage to his face following the attack.

The other man was of a larger build, about 5ft 6ins and wore a black woolly hat and low slung baggy jeans with white emblems on the back pockets.

“Material things don’t matter, I was just angry they were doing this to me,” the woman said, “who says they can break into my house, what gives them the right to do this?

“That’s why I was fighting.

They wanted to kill me and they wanted to rape me and I was not going to allow that to happen.”

Police are investigating the incident.

Police Commissioner Colin

Farquhar said: “Our investigation into this crime is continuing, with Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force officers following a number of positive leads.

“While this happens I politely remind everyone on the Islands to ensure that their doors and windows are secured, especially at dusk and at night, even if they are in the property.

“Most burglars are opportunist and if your doors and windows are locked then there is a better chance that they will move on.

“Finally, I would ask anyone who saw anything suspicious, no matter how trivial that they think it is to report what they saw to the police.”‎ Anyone with information can call Crimestoppers on 1-8008477 or use the Crimestoppers online reporting page www. crimestoppers.tc.

Information will be treated in the strictest of confidence. (RB)

PREMIER Rufus Ewing has indicated that this year his Government will be exploring opportunities to introduce a drone programme to help curb illegal immigration of Haitians to the TCI, with the assistance of the UK and the Bahamian government.

He made this announcement during a press conference at the Hilly Ewing Building on Providenciales on Friday, January 10.

The Premier was at the time outlining the measures the TCIG will be taking this year to boost its border control and immigration issues.

He noted that Government is looking towards increasing both its reconnaissance and surveillance of borders at sea as well as in the air.

“Our police plane that used to do some surveillance is currently down - even though they were down they were just equipped with man power, there was no equipment - but we are looking to source airplanes with all of the various radar on board as well as the cameras.”

Ewing said they will also be looking at welcoming proposals from individuals to operate the drone programme and detailing the cost involved. After which, he added, Government will be seeking assistance from the UK government

for support in acquiring it.

“And we will be looking towards trying to work with the Bahamian government and see whether or not we can do a partnership with regards to the costing involved in the operation which can be very costly on an ongoing basis, especially if you are going to do at least three or four by-passes per day between here and Haiti.”

He added that the programme has benefits for the Bahamas as the same route to get to the TCI, is used to go to the Bahamas by the illegals.

He said his Government hopes to get to get the system up this year. In the short term, however, the Premier noted that there is not much else they can do other than what is already being done with regards to being vigilant in its radar surveillance.

“I think the persons who are operating the radars are doing an excellent job of identifying vessels.

It seems like we are also capturing the majority of them; we don’t have as much undetected landing and so we are doing an awesome job of intercepting them and finding them by radar.”

He said they would like to get to the position whereby reconnaissance

Under the tree

can be done further out at sea.

“This is better done by an aircraft because then you can seek the assistance of the US Coast Guard who have a greater ability to turn them [illegals] around at sea.

“Because once they reach our shores, we can’t turn them around to go back to Haiti. So this way it would decrease our cost in terms of detaining them and then repatriate them.”

On Christmas Day 17 Haitians caught attempting to enter the TCI aboard sloops lost their lives.

The vessel they travelled from Haiti to TCI in capsized as it was being towed towards the dock to offload them.

Thirty-three others were rescued and taken into custody.

An investigation was launched into the incident, but so far there has been no information from the police on this.

The Premier told the media that almost all of those rescued have been repatriated to Haiti, while some others are detained as what he termed ‘persons of interest’ to the authorities.

The bodies of the deceased have been autopsied and will be released to the Haitian consul soon, to be sent back to Haiti. (DI)

By Benneth Williams

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Nothing untoward with $31m overspent by interim administration – Public Accounts Committee chairman CHAIR of the Public Accounts Committee (PAC), Sharlene Cartwright Robinson has given assurances that there is nothing untoward with the recent revelation that the interim administration had in one year overspent by $31 million without statutory approval.

Speaking with the Weekly News on Thursday (January 16), Cartwright Robinson expressed a different view from that held by the Government, which considers the report delivered to the House of Assembly on December 16, very damning.

“Actually it is just that I don’t think we have ever had that level of over expenditure and it is just the whole casual atmosphere under which the former Chief Financial Officers’ were acting that went completely against what we were trying to do…” she explained.

She noted that what is left to be done and what is conventional is for the Government to now pass a

Supplementary Appropriations Bill for the over expenditure - for fiscal year 2011/2012 - which will make the spending legal.

“There was nothing untoward; I mean we saw where the expenditure was. People came in and told us where it was, but it is just that they didn’t get the proper authority to spend at the time.

“We convened hearings and the primary purpose was to find where there was over expenditure and what steps they took to obtain supplementary appropriations that would take them outside the budgeted amount.”

She added that the majority of the officers who appeared before the committee were able to provide answers as to where the monies went, while there were some others who appeared not to care.

“This was the kind of thing that caused our biggest problem in the Public Accounts Committee; we ended up going through a lot of the

CHAIR of the PAC, Sharlene Cartwright Robinson

information for the first time when in fact the first place it should have been done was in the Audit Department.

“But they [CFOs] were sluggish and not responding at all to audit, and because we came there as the PAC and we discussed issues with individuals, we got the information that audit should have gotten.”

Reiterating that there was nothing

Solutions to inadequate ambulance service rejected SUGGESTIONS put forward to the Government to fix a failing ambulance service were twice rejected, according to former chief Patrick Riel.

This week the ex-Director of TCI Emergency Medical Services (EMS) explained his frustration at a continuous lack of cooperation from TCIG officials during his four year employment.

It follows a report in last week’s Weekly News that exposed an inadequate emergency service that consistently put people’s lives at risk despite the best efforts of staff.

Insufficient numbers of workers, elderly equipment and badly maintained trucks were among the issues that were highlighted by former frontline employees.

And it was all down to a lack of funding and cooperation from the Government’s Ministry of Health, they said.

In a statement to the newspaper this week Riel, who is an experienced manager and critical care paramedic of 25 years, spoke of his efforts to make changes.

He said he had “multiple solutions to the dilemma” which were formally presented to the Ministry of Health on two occasions.

The first time was in 2011 in a situational analysis requested by Dr Jamilah Berry and the second was

in a 2013 report – but the comments were ignored, Riel said.

One of his strongest solutions was to use the Red Cross or St John’s Ambulance international models, or to copy the United Kingdom’s emergency service system.

He also suggested that the service could be developed from within InterHealth Canada rather than directly through the Government.

And finally he said that a formal request for proposal could be put out for a third party service to enter into a public private partnership.

Meanwhile during his four years with the service he said there were a lot of attempts made to improve day to day operations that were ultimately rejected.

One such example was the introduction of a helicopter medevac from Parrot Cay direct to Cheshire Hall Medical Centre’s emergency department.

“Parrot Cay is offering to fund all heli-medevacs from North Caicos to Cheshire Hall through a programme we developed, but the Ministry of Health won’t look at it,” he said.

“If you recall there was a bad motor vehicle collision in North Caicos in December and the casualties had to sit and wait for a plane - then when they finally arrived in Provo there was no ambulance again. The helicopter was the solution.”

Canadian Riel previously worked for the Ontario Ministry of Health from 1993 to 2003 as a trauma medic and training officer before becoming an educator and lecturer. He was employed by TCIG in 2010.

One month ago Riel resigned from his post citing a lack of cooperation from the Government as his reason.

He said he received a letter of termination from the Ministry of Health just hours later, while the ministry claims they terminated his post prior to receiving his resignation.

Days later he wrote to the Weekly News explaining his frustration with attempts to create a modern and efficient department and the problems that he and his staff had to deal with on a daily basis.

Alexandra Delany from Ontario, Canada who was employed as an EMT in Providenciales for a total of 15 months also spoke out about the department’s problems.

“I do believe that lives were at risk,” she said. “If there was an emergency while the ambulance was understaffed or broken down then we would not be able to help the public.

“And if we did respond but did not have the proper equipment then we could cause further injury.”

This week despite repeated requests the Government continued to refuse to provide comment on the failing ambulance service. (RB)

unseemly about the over expenditure, Cartwright Robinson assured that the PAC was able to account for the majority of the overspending.

Asked if writing a supplementary bill now is more or less a technical issue, the PDM leader said it is.

“It is just to say that we now legalise the spending, after the fact.”

However, when asked at a recent press conference about what the Government intends to do now that it has the PAC report and recommendations, Premier Rufus Ewing made suggestions of convening an inquiry to look into the matter.

“I still think there is even more accounting to do, but I won’t comment on that right now, but we can just see the magnitude to which there was lack of good governance and transparency during that period and I think it goes even beyond that and there are more things that we need to uncover,” he told the press on January 10.

He added: “It’s a damning report; it tells a lot and I think there needs to be some answering as to what went on and why and all that.”

Asked who will do the asking and when, Ewing pointed out that while he holds this as very important in

the scheme of things, his attention is presently on moving the country forward.

“I know these are things going back and they have to be answered but my role is not to let that distract me right now.

“That is important, but I have equally important tasks ahead of me in getting this economy going and creating efficiencies.”

Meanwhile, one of the recommendations laid out by the committee in its report is the need for accounting officers to maintain upto-date records in order to produce regular financial operating reports.

This is in an effort to ensure accurate information is available for management to identify problems as they arise and make informed, proactive and correct decisions.

The committee also suggested that the TCIG forms a long term strategy involving an upgrade of accounting staff, accounting systems and records as well as improved accounting controls to ensure up-todate financial reporting.

This, the report says, will integrate performance measurements and reporting techniques into the day to day management of government operations. (DI)

Protest against illegal employment on Middle Caicos

HIRING of non-legal residents to carry out Government work will not be tolerated, according to a release from the Ministry of Labour this week.

The statement came after people were seen demonstrating on the streets of Middle Caicos on Monday morning (January 13) against the breach of Government awarded contracts.

It is alleged that a contractor hired to clear the roads of overgrown plants and debris employed non-Belonger labourers who did not have up to date work permits.

Donhue Gardiner, Minister of Border Control and Labour, wrote: “I am aware of the demonstration that took place in Middle Caicos today [Monday].

“I have today instructed my ministry to dispatch a senior labour inspector and an assistant director of immigration to Middle Caicos to investigate this matter.”

He said that he would be calling on Cabinet to review the manner in which contracts are awarded on Wednesday (January 15).

“I will further ask for a full review of the contracts that pertain to this incident, and where the hiring practices are in breach of the contract, the necessary actions will be undertaken,” he said.

“It is my view that contracts should only be awarded to individuals who are prepared to exercise hiring practices, wherever possible, that would benefit the communities in which these works are to be done.

“I am dismayed that contractors would, by their hiring practices, side-line and bypass Turks and Caicos Islanders, and bring disrepute to a Government programme that was meant keep our Turks and Caicos roads clean and beautiful and in addition, assist the unemployed to find temporary work.”

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McAllister Hanchell Gov’t and Opposition blame charged with perjury each other for no decision FORMER Natural Resources Minister under the Michael Misick administration, McAllister Hanchell, has been slapped with a charge of perjury by the Special Investigation and Prosecution Team (SIPT).

A statement issued on the behalf of the SIPT from the Governor’s Office stated that Hanchell appeared in a Providenciales Magistrates Court charged with the criminal offence on Thursday (January 15).

The case has been adjourned to the Supreme Court for sufficiency hearing on March 7.

Hanchell has also been charged

by SIPT with conspiracy to bribe, conspiracy to defraud the Government and money laundering.

He, and ten others similarly charged, appeared in the Supreme Court on January 7 for a week long plea and directions hearing.

The perjury charge was first laid against the former minister last year,

on seventh member

Former Natural Resources Minister, McAllister Hanchell

but on January 7, SIPT prosecutor, Andrew Mitchell told the court that the Crown needed additional information against Hanchell in the count. As such, that charge was not read to him.

He pleaded not guilty to the other charges against him and will, along with his co-defendants, appear in court on March 31 when the judge will rule on whether they will face a jury trial or not.

Five burglaries in two days

PRIVATE possessions worth thousands of dollars were stolen during five burglaries which took place in Providenciales on Monday and Tuesday (January 13 and 14).

Among the items taken were a black RCA 36 inch flat screen television, a black Toshiba 24 inch flat screen television, a black Sony Vizio 40 inch television, an HP laptop and cash.

Police listed the number of incidents in a crime report to press but were unable to provide further information.

Anyone with information can call Crimestoppers on 1-8008477 or use the Crime Stoppers online reporting page www. crimestoppers.tc.

Information will be treated in the strictest of confidence.

FOUR months after a resolution to convene a committee to review the 2011 Constitution was passed in parliament, the Government and the Opposition still cannot reach a mutually acceptable agreement about who the seventh member will be.

As one side accuses the other of dragging its feet and using the constitution as a convenient crutch to complain about, the other alleges that they have not been presented with any suggestions as to who the last member will be.

Leader of the Opposition, Sharlene Cartwright Robinson recently criticised the Ewing administration for not being aggressive enough with the review of the instrument, which she said they dedicated 2013 to complaining about.

She was at the time responding to the Throne Speech delivered by the Governor in parliament on January 9.

Asked what the hold-up was with the appointment of the last member – who has to be agreed upon by both sides – Premier Rufus Ewing told media on January 10 that he is still waiting for a suggestion from the Opposition.

“As far as I know, we have submitted all of our names from our side – Akierra Missick, Don-Hue Gardiner and Carlos Simons – and I have also submitted two additional names… “…I have submitted a third and

Premier Rufus Ewing

all of them were rejected by Leader of the Opposition and I have not yet seen an alternative name from Leader of the Opposition. So if there is any foot dragging it’s the Leader of the Opposition dragging her foot and I have to find out whether that is intentional or not.”

He added that at this point in time he does not care who that person is; that he will take anyone.

According to Ewing no names have been submitted to him as yet by the Opposition.

However, while acknowledging that the Premier did in fact submit names to her, the Opposition Leader has strongly refuted his claim that

she has not.

“I recommended the President of the Christian Council, since then I haven’t heard any recommendation from the Premier at all as to anyone else,” she told the Weekly News on Thursday (January 16).

“We had a meeting when DonHue [Gardiner] was acting Premier to discuss if I had a name.

“December 4 was our last contact about the seventh person, so I said to him that I am still recommending that we use the President of the Christian Council… and his response on December 4 was that he will look into that and then we will discuss it; that was it.”

The party leader said there has been nothing since that time.

Information reaching this publication in November last year, indicated that Father Bernard Been of St Monica’s Anglican Church was to be appointed as the seventh member.

However, this was later refuted by Cartwright Robinson, who said that no agreement had been reached on his appointment.

The Weekly News had learned at the time that People’s Progressive Party (PPP) member, Zhavago Jolly was put forward by the Opposition, but there was no agreement to this pick.

Speaker of the House of Assembly, Robert Hall officially appointed the six persons chosen by both sides last December 16. (DI).

Motion passed to seek amendment of reserved businesses categories AT THE first sitting of the House of Assembly on January 9, a motion to expand the reserved categories of business for Turks and Caicos Islanders and to support the review of the establishment of a business support unit was passed.

The motion was taken to the assembly by elected member for Blue Hills, Goldray Ewing. It listed a number of recommendations to ensure that local businesses are able to compete in the current challenging economic times.

The motion wants Cabinet to expand the reserved business categories to include petty, medium and large contractors; printing; provision of security services; watersports and tours; restaurants that are not a part of a hotel operation; agriculture and aquaculture; gift shops not part of hotels; commercial fishing licence; commercial processing fish plant licence; franchise fast food restaurant licence; horseback riding tours and rentals; power generation and sale of equipment; exterminator license; pharmacy; marriage licence for

marriage officers; entertainment-like event planning; medical laboratory licence and ferry services.

Ewing’s motion also suggested that the assembly encourage the Government to review the need for the establishment of a business support unit, geared at small businesses to provide guidance and support to these businesses as well as lead the way in accessing capital for their use.

It also wants Cabinet to introduce other changes in the reserved businesses schedule - which forms part of the regulations under the Business Licence Ordinance - to further protect Turks and Caicos Islanders in joint business ventures which fall under the reserved categories.

The proposed changes state that in these joint ventures with foreigners, that the TC Islander should receive the majority share, and that this share shall not be sold or transferred, other than to another Belonger who should maintain the majority share.

It further recommended that any change to the business must

be reported and that any further injection of capital into the business by the foreign partner should be considered a loan, attracting rate of interest not exceeding that offered by a commercial bank on a saving account or certificate of deposit account.

Additionally, it recommended that in order to discourage fronting, the Belonger partner needs to take an active role in the business in a managerial capacity; have some knowledge or skills of that business so they can contribute to the strategy and goals of the business and they must also be a signatory on all business accounts and share in the profits and benefits of the business.

The motion also recommended that an annual certificate be produced by an auditor and agreed to by both or all partners, to confirm copyright.

It added that the certificate should accompany the request for renewal of licence verifying that the TC Islander has received what was due financially under the partnership agreement.

Although the motion received majority support from the assembly, with two abstentions and one no, Premier Rufus Ewing told the media on January 10 that while he understands the passion and concern of the Blue Hills member, there was no need for him to take such a motion to the assembly, as his Government is already working on it.

He further pointed out that the Government is committed to looking at the reserve categories and doing it properly.

“It doesn’t mean that I have to accept the ones that you say must be reserved. Because my information shows me otherwise; my consultation with members of the community like the young people whom I think are the main business owners of the future of this country is saying otherwise.”

The Premier said the information he has and what was put forward for amendment and review within the motion may not match.

“That is the unfortunate thing about the motion; you wanted to say this is what you should do as

opposed to what Government - who has the information - ought to do. We are the Government,” Ewing stated.

He added that Government recognises that there needs to be a protectionist scheme so that local businesses can capitalise on opportunities offered without unfair competition from outsiders.

“We have been going through the business licences categories thoroughly, looking at them from a statistical standpoint in terms of what is the uptake of a particular category, how many businesses exist now in that particular category, how many are owned by Belongers, how many are owned by foreigners.

“The reasons why certain businesses may not be owned by a Belonger - if it’s because they are not interested or they can’t get capital so that we can make an informed decision as to when you put a business into a reserved category.”

The Premier added that his Government knows what its job is and that they have the access to the information in relation to this issue that the Opposition does not. (DI)

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

British attack plan Dear Editor, With all the ducks now lined in a row, with the return of the former Premier Michael Misick, the British are surely geared up with their plan of action for the upcoming trials.

I must state at the outset that I do have several concerns. Long before Iron Mike uttered the words in the Commission of Inquiry that he did not feel he could receive a fair trial in this jurisdiction; I personally had little faith in the local judiciary.

The British sought the opportunity to jump on that statement and overshoot with several immediate actions which would seem to tip the playing field in their favour.

This forced me to action, preparing petitions for the return of our 2006 Constitution, a date for election and the return of a democratically elected government and a reversal of the trial by judge alone in criminal cases in the Supreme Court.

It was long and tiresome work, and despite attempts made, some persons refused to endorse the petition, playing directly into the British hands and all changes being sought were implemented with little objection from the vast majority.

As was the situation in the past, HMG continues to reap hefty paydays and make poor decisions absent the input or consideration of the people of the Turks and Caicos.

There was no possibility of them gaining our trust because they labelled the vast majority of our citizens as corrupt people, with neither the intelligence to identify

and solve problems, nor right to our own self-determination.

So now after years of disrespecting, disregarding, oppressing, depressing and stressing our people, they wonder why they are viewed as public enemy number one.

Garlick’s contract was originally for two years, that time has since long passed, along with the pocketing of over half a million dollars monthly and several million of our tax payer money annually.

Of course the fruits of her labour are yet to be seen while she stifles the development of our country in what is turning out to be the longest case in history.

The Turks and Caicos people, as history will show, are a forgiving people, thus the reception of Misick upon his return.

I am sure the Brits were taken back by this, but the fact is the longer they dilly dally, the more people seem forget and forgive.

Guilty or innocent will be proven in court, but I believe I speak for the majority of people when they say they wanted a swift resolution long ago, so the country can move forward.

So what is the British plan of attack? Some say it is an old strategy, to divide, conquer and rule. I beg to differ.

They may have successfully divided the people, they most certainly have ruled, but conquer, they will choose not to do.

I am sure they anticipate the call for the jury trial that is coming and they may even give in for fear of not

Misick is not a hero

seeming draconian to the rest of the world.

As incredible as it sounds after all these years, dismantling our elected government, discarding our constitution, uprooting the civil service, closure of TC Invest, TCI Bank, selling our shares in the water company and our land for pittance while they get rich and fat. It is all a sham and they are not going to win by design.

I am sure many persons are wondering how I came to this conclusion.

There is no possibility that we will see the return of Governor Tauwhare for the upcoming trials as was the case of the Bloom Cooper Commission when two previous Governors, Turner and Strong were called to testify.

I am also quite certain that the conductor will also not be charged or called to testify for his involvement in these so called corrupt mishandlings.

In short, the British came to stamp out the systemic corruption in the Turks and Caicos, only to discover that they and their counterparts were also at the route of it.

So I ask you, are they going to be fair and follow the twisted road to the bitter end or are they going to do the usual sweeping under the carpet and stand by their motto: ‘Corruption is corruption by any other name than British’.

Euwonka Selver, Long Bay, Providenciales

Dear Editor, The enthusiastic welcome of the former PNP leader was isolated to diehard PNP supporters.

There is a real body of confusion going on in the dark of the former Premier’s return to the Turks and Caicos Islands as a fugitive from justice and the man who sold the TCI people and their future out.

Cameras, film and photos may paint a message but this cannot be a “heroes’ welcome”.

To say so would fly in the face of common sense, justice and the reality that we in the TCI face of Mike Misick’s dubious and awful legacy.

Singlehandedly, like a bull in a china shop, armed with developers monies he went wild in selling everything in the TCI before the interim government.

He fathered the interim government, created the need and our future was gone.

The enthusiasm coming from a few diehard supporters can be best be characterised as that.

Most Turks and Caicos Islanders, residents, well-wishers and supporters are sensible, serious and do not welcome Mike Misick’s return at all except to face a dubious justice.

Mike Misick is not a hero, his tenure as Premier was fatal to long term empowerment of all TC Islanders.

He cannot be heralded as a hero. The world must know that his return was welcomed mainly by a rag-tag team of unthinking, diehard PNP supporters.

Calling him Mandela is a fatal mistake and if that gets out TCI should apologise to the African National Congress. It is insulting.

Mandela was a freedom fighter and he went to jail trying to end

racism and apartheid.

Mandela was a national hero, a real hero, not a coward, not a runner and he certainly fought with his life and freedom for his people.

As a result of Misick’s regime TC Islanders are not free. Our constitution is reduced, ministers have no powers and really are messengers for Permanent Sectaries, the Attorney General is occupying ministerial turf, taxes on all are going up, we are suffering from an anaemic economy and our future is uncertain.

It cannot get out that we all support the insanity and the unthinking PNP government of 2003 to 2009.

It was a nightmare because it held the country from having real growth for its people.

The world, the press, the media, the thinking TC Islanders must all know the welcome was isolated to die hard PNP supporters but in no way could it be said that a majority of TC Islanders welcomed him back.

Most hold the view that he is certainly not a hero. While one can understand family, brothers, sisters etc coming to his aid, we see some preachers ignoring the need to set proper examples rushing into aid this man.

Their business. But let’s not get this one twisted, we are dealing with a situation where the word coward, sell out, anti-hero, bad leader, selfenricher at the country’s expense, or that of the poor comes to mind.

His inner circle and a few others benefited but as a country we have all been really and truly set back as a result of his regime.

Ingrid Williams

COMMENTARY

Awards, signals and life support AS 2014 begins we look forward to a better year.

2013 was a painful year because nothing really happened.

It is hard to comment on nothing so you look for signals. Here is one.

A gent who facilitated the loss of millions of pension funds into an ill-fated bank while he sat on the board of that bank is now reappointed to the pension board.

When the appointment, which is usual in itself, is done by the former chairman of the bank’s directors it heightens pension concerns.

By David Tapfer Then British appointees say look the other way after the highest ranking British appointee transfers $10 million more into healthcare

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from the pension fund.

Then yet another Brit appointee has to apologise for misquoting someone important on the pension fund who said they want to protect pensions while approving the $10 million transfer.

As Hamlet said: “Something is rotten in Denmark.”

Now the House of Assembly suspends all the rules to pass laws the majority of voters don’t want but then tries to use those same rules to incorrectly silence another warning on another subject.

This and a 44 per cent win is what is now called democratic government.

Immigration and education problems require concerned policy makers and open discussion not constitutional changes.

In 13 months this has proven hopeless. We have devolved from steady progress way back when to what we have today.

Business in the USA has devolved from manufacturing to a playground for lawyers attacking every product, doctor and medical pill or device.

We are told private insurance will make it affordable again. Here we understand we are going to manufacture something with imports from Haiti and the Bahamas but they

don’t say what.

The photo on TV of our Premier wearing a nice expensive dark suit while wearing that silly bright yellow cap proves something as does his hand holding with the former leader and cronies.

TCI has been bankrupt for some years now and is on British life-support with a $260 million loan so we can continue to send millions to the friends of those who got honorariums for doing what they were told to do.

The calendar says it’s 2014 but economically and politically it’s the dark ages.

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Public asked to help Caribbean neighbours KINDHEARTED residents can now easily donate cash to help their disaster stricken neighbours in St Vincent and the Grenadines.

A bank account number has been made public and gathered funds will be sent directly to a charity that is supporting victims of the Christmas floods.

This week the TCI Red Cross put out an appeal for people to come forward with financial assistance after torrential rains and flooding left eight people dead.

Director Lormeka Williams told the Weekly News: “This appeal is as a result of the deadly flooding caused by torrential rains on Christmas Eve night through Christmas morning in St Vincent.”

More than 20 homes were

completely destroyed and an estimated 400 were seriously damaged, along with hospitals, water supply systems, bridges and roads.

Williams explained that many families were traumatised and are struggling to gather basic necessities.

Anyone wishing to make a donation can deposit cash into account 1660958 at First Caribbean International Bank and it will go directly to the St Vincent Red Cross to aid them in offering on the ground help.

“Your generosity in assisting to meet the needs of the victims of this disaster would be greatly appreciated,” Williams said.

Landslides and flooding also reportedly killed five people in the neighbouring island of St Lucia over Christmas.

Jason Beach is the new GM of Colonial Insurance Brokers

Colonial Insurance appoints new boss A NEW finance expert is at the helm of a leading Turks and Caicos Islands insurance brokers.

Jason Beach, 42, has been appointed as the general manager of Colonial Insurance Brokers (CIB), which was launched earlier this year.

In December 2013 he moved to the Islands from Leicester in the United Kingdom, where he was a director of the company Brokerbility.

“I am delighted to be working in the Turks and Caicos,” Beach said in a press release.

“It is a pleasure to be working in such a beautiful place where the people are so friendly and welcoming.

“This is an exciting time for Colonial and I am thrilled to be a part of it.”

CIB set up shop in April 2013 and is part of the Bermuda-based Colonial Group International Limited.

Its website states the firm is “an exclusive group of like-minded, high quality independent brokers”.

It adds: “The brokers within the organisation were selected for their reputation in the insurance marketplace and as a result are all well established, highly ethical, well managed and forward thinking businesses in their own right.”

The company took over the business of International Insurance Agency Ltd (IIA), which had been operating in Turks and Caicos Islands under the ownership and management of Colin and Edna Sterling since 2001.

Paul Brierley, Colonial Insurance Company Limited’s executive vice president of property and casualty, said: “We are delighted to have someone of Jason’s calibre on board.

He has a lot of experience and I know he will fit in well and help drive the CIB business forward in one of our key markets.”

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TCI could experience an earthquake THERE is a low to moderate chance that an earthquake could strike the TCI in the future, according to disaster experts.

A recent study into seismic activity contradicts previous views that the country is immune from such a natural disaster.

This week the Department of Disaster Management and Emergencies (DDME) within the Ministry of Government Support Services released a statement on the findings.

The seismic analysis was undertaken by US Geological Survey (USGS) as part of the TCI Building Code under the Hurricane Ike Recovery and Rehabilitation Project.

Named the Global Seismic Hazard Assessment Programme, it states that there is a low to moderate level of susceptibility in the Turks and Caicos Islands to seismic activity.

A statement to press from the DDME read: “This is contrary to the view shared by the populace that the Turks and Caicos Islands’ susceptibility to earthquakes is low.”

The country lies on the North American plate, approximately 150 kilometres to the north of the active plate boundary Puerto Rico Trench.

This region has experienced major earthquakes and is the source of several Caribbean tsunamis.

“Based on this finding, the seismic coefficients which have been incorporated into the new Building Code reflect the higher levels of susceptibility,” the statement said.

The assumption is that the whole of the TCI falls into site class D, which following the International Building Code standards prohibits unreinforced masonry and concrete

walls without ‘special’ ductile detailing.

This design category also gives height limits on other forms of construction such as light weight timber frames.

An updated Building Code will be released by the Planning Department in early February and design professionals and contractors are encouraged to familiarise themselves with the new building code and the improved seismic safety criteria and requirements it contains.

This past week as a gesture of respect to the victims of the deadly earthquake that hit Haiti in 2010, the TCI Government named it Earthquake and Tsunami Awareness Week.

Hundreds of thousands of people lost their lives on January 12 four years ago when disaster struck the already impoverished Caribbean country.

The event from Sunday (January 12) to Friday (January 17) not only helped residents to remember those who lost their lives and homes to the natural disaster but also helped to educate them on protecting themselves and their families in the event it occurs in the TCI. A number of activities were organised throughout the week by the DDME including the promotion of earthquake and tsunami education in schools and the distribution of pamphlets, posters and brochures.

A special prayer was said in churches up and down the country for the people of Haiti who continue to suffer from the aftermath of the disaster, and an earthquake drill was carried out to demonstrate the need to be prepared.

The DDME also sent a public and information officer to Jamaica to observe and participate in their yearly earthquake and tsunami campaign.

On January 12, 2010, a 7.0 magnitude earthquake hit the island of Haiti and was followed by at least 52 aftershocks measuring 4.5.

About three million people were affected by the quake, 316,000 of them lost their lives, 300,000 were left wounded and over a million people were made homeless.

According to the Haitian government, it is estimated that 250,000 residence buildings and 30,000 commercial buildings collapsed or were severely damaged.

The USGS report stated that the Haitian earthquake was felt in Cockburn Town and Cockburn Harbour in Grand Turk.

“After the Haiti earthquake many persons in the TCI felt a few of the aftershocks and the TCI was placed on a tsunami watch,” the DDME statement said.

“Chaos ensued as many persons were not sure how to respond, some took to the streets, the DDME office phones were constantly ringing with persons seeking pertinent information etc.

“In this regard, we would like to increase our public awareness for these specific hazards in order to ensure that in the event that there is another earthquake that as a country our people will be better prepared to respond.”

The DDME is encouraging residents to visit the department’s Facebook page to read tips on earthquakes and tsunamis and ways in which they can protect their families.

Kids to create promotional eco jingle SECONDARY school students are getting musical this term as part of a green competition with big prizes.

The youngsters have been asked to create a jingle on energy efficiency and conservation, which if successful will feature on the television and radio.

FortiTCI has teamed up with the Government’s Energy and Utilities Department to run the contest as part of their Energy Efficiency and Energy Conservation Awareness Campaign.

They are offering a prize of $500 gift certificate to the winning student and $1,000 cash to their school, while second and third place winners will also receive cash prizes for their school.

A statement from the Energy

and Utilities Department explained that the competition seeks to “increase the level of awareness and education on the issues and benefits surrounding the efficient use of energy and the smart choices we can make in our daily endeavours as consumers of energy, as purchasers of electrical appliances and equipment, as builders and designers and motor vehicle owners and operators”.

The competition is open to secondary school students across the Turks and Caicos Islands and all individuals or teams are limited to a maximum submission of two jingles.

The jingle must convey the message and spirit of saving energy through energy conservation and the use of energy efficient appliances.

It must contain the following two phrases ‘Be energy smart’ and ‘FortisTCI Smart Connect’ and can be in the form of a full band recording, percussion or acapella.

It must be original and never have been published anywhere, submitted to any previous competitions or won any previous awards.

Deadline for submission is 12pm on Friday, February 14. Further details can be obtained from Malike Cummings at mlcummings@gov.tc.

The statement explained: “We are committed to educating the community about energy conservation and energy efficiency as well as renewable energy technologies and the promotion of sustainable energy initiatives in the TCI.”

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Premier Rufus Ewing offers the support of the Government

There were a number of musical selections throughout the afternoon

Alice and Alice shopping centre on Airport Road in Providenciales

Government officials, religious leaders, construction workers, family and friends all attend the event

Shopping centre opens on Airport Road TO DELIGHTED cheers and applause from scores of well-wishers the ribbon was cut on a brand new two story shopping centre on Saturday (January 11).

The stunning orange building on Airport Road in Providenciales was the brainchild of Pastor and Lady Branford E Dean, who named it Alice and Alice in tribute to their beloved mothers.

“It has always been a vision of my wife and I to have a place that we call home for our business,” he said.

A two hour dedication service was held at the building to celebrate the achievements of those whose hard work made it happen.

Government officials, religious leaders, construction workers, family and friends all attended to wish the couple good luck with their venture.

The event began at 4pm and was moderated by a charming and entertaining Portia Clarke who welcomed guests and presented speakers to the colourful podium.

First to talk was Sister Stephanie Duncanson who gave the welcome address before guests joined in a rousing rendition of the national song.

They then joined in together to sing the hymn ‘Jesus Hold My Hand’ before Pastor Conrad Howell, president of the Providenciales

Ministerial Fellowship, gave remarks.

He said: “Brother Dean I’m proud of you; I’m proud of your accomplishments, I’m proud of this wonderful example of what is possible in our Turks and Caicos.

“May the lord continue to bless you quite richly and let that blessing continue to overflow to other places.”

Premier Rufus Ewing then took to the podium to speak on the new development and offer the support of the Government.

“I stand here first of all a very proud Turks and Caicos Islander,” he said to whoops and cheers.

He described Pastor Dean as “someone who has a vision, someone who has faith, someone who is blessed”.

“You are blessed to have a wonderful supportive wife, a wonderful supportive family, such great architects, designers and construction workers.”

He said the building was an example of the infrastructure that the Government would like to see in the TCI. Ewing spoke of the sad departure of Dean’s mother Alice and added: “I’m sure that she is happy to know that you were able to succeed in your venture.”

Minister of Finance Washington Misick was next to offer his well-

A charming and entertaining Portia Clarke welcomes speakers to the podium

wishes to the couple.

He spoke of a Government focus on small businesses and added: “It is important that whatever happens in this country that we take the people along” before stressing the need to “broaden and deepen the middle classes of this country”.

Following a lively hymn ‘Victory in Jesus’ Amanda Missick, Minister for Environment, Home Affairs and Agriculture, offered her brief remarks.

She said: “I assure you this will get much support from the residents of Kew Town. May God bless you and may God bless your business.”

Pastor Conrad Howell, president of the Providenciales Ministerial Fellowship

A beautiful solo song from Robin Hinds followed before Pastor Napthali Cooper from the Lord’s House Freeport, Grand Bahama, took to the stage.

He told those gathered that Pastor Dean had always served the Lord and always been humble.

“This is a testament to prove that God always rewards faithfulness,” he said.

Bishop C Alexander Williams then read the dedication as attendees joined in with their pre-written responses.

Pastor Branford E Dean stood with his wife by his side to speak of

the venture and thanked those that helped to make it happen.

“It has been a journey – everything that could have come up against this vision came up, but we persevered.”

He spoke of his mother and mother-in-law, both named Alice, who he dedicated the centre to and thanked his wife for her support.

“I thank God for all the friends we have made in this venture and here we are celebrating what he has done.”

They then cut the ribbon to the front doors of building to the joy of those gathered who cheered and applauded the couple. (RB)

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Nutrition in Demand Move-a-thon raises more than $7,000 MORE than 270 participants attended the Nutrition in Demand Move-a-thon on Saturday (January 11) and helped to raise thousands of dollars for nutrition education.

According to Tamika Handfield, registered dietician and executive director of Nutrition in Demand, funds have not been completely tallied up as yet, but with just a preliminary count there is already more than $7,000.

The third annual event started at the Children’s Park in the Lower Bight at 5.30am and consisted of a 5km, 10km or half marathon walk, bike or run.

Handfield said the funds raised will be used to host a nutrition and physical activity summer camp, continue nutrition education and culinary classes for the schools as well as help the disease prevention workshops on the other islands.

She said: “I’m always

overwhelmed, always humbled, and always so grateful for the support I get from the community.”

After the run there was a health fair and Sabrina Palmer-Issac was announced as the winner of a weekend on Parrot Cay. (DH)

Participants focused on completing the move-a-thon.

Attendees continue with their exercises

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GARDENING 

How does your garden grow

BY DENIS Belanger - NATURE SPLENDOR For all your landscaping, installation or garden maintenance needs, please call or write for a free estimate: 332-3381 or denis@naturesplendor.net

Feeding birds IT SEEMS like most people like to watch birds at the bird feeders and birdbaths. It’s a great pastime and wonderful to provide food for these beautiful creatures.

It’s also an option for those who may not be able to have a pet, but could have a bird feeder - children and adults alike love to watch the birds.

Small species, which are more constrained energetically, benefit greatly from feeding.

We should be consistent in feeding them, since irregular feeding can be hazardous to birds, which establish habitual foraging patterns.

When choosing seeds think about the birds that interest you and the

types of seeds that will attract them.

Small black oil-type sunflower seeds are overall the most widely preferred bird seed, so these normally are the major portion of seeds offered.

They have high energy content and the thin shells allow easy use.

White proso millet is another attractive seed used especially by smaller birds and a small amount of finely cracked corn is good in a mix.

Safflower is being used increasingly. Unsalted peanuts and other nutmeats can make an attractive addition to a feeding programme and will appeal to a variety of birds.

Keep in mind that birds prefer good quality seeds that are reasonably fresh - seeds that are too

Weekly Recipe

Corned beef hash SERVES: 2

old or of poor quality may be avoided or just scattered from the feeder onto the ground.

Small holes in sunflower seeds, for example, may indicate insect damage and reduced quality.

Niger thistle seeds, which are often used in finch feeders, are highly attractive when fresh but may be rejected when several months old.

Although commercially packaged seed mixes offer a convenient way to get started in bird feeding, such mixtures often contain large amounts of filler seeds that birds do not prefer, and the seeds may not be as fresh as ideal.

A good alternative is to purchase preferred seeds in bulk and mix your own, or try fresh specialty mixes available from sources that specialise

in bird feeding products.

One seed combination that is attractive to a wide range of desirable backyard songbirds is 50 per cent sunflower seeds, 35 per cent white

FASHION AND BEAUTY 

Nail art tips and tricks FROM the big and elaborate designs to the simpler looks, there are nail trends to suit all kinds of manis.

You must try at least ONE of my five favourite picks that would work so beautifully with our island girl culture.

INGREDIENTS • 1 tbsp olive oil • 1 baking potato (about 1/2 lb), peeled and quartered, and parboiled • 1/2 onion, chopped • Coarse salt and ground pepper • 1/2 red bell pepper, ribs and seeds removed, chopped • 1 tbsp prepared horseradish • 1 1/2 tsp Worcestershire sauce • 4 oz corned beef, diced • 2 tbsp heavy cream, optional DIRECTIONS • Heat oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add onions; saute, stirring occasionally until softened, about three to four

minutes.

• Add bell pepper and corned beef and cook for four minutes to heat through.

• Add potatoes, horseradish and Worcestershire sauce, stirring to incorporate; season to taste with salt and pepper.

• Using a spatula, flatten hash in skillet.

• Once the hash has browned underneath, use a spatula to flip it over to brown evenly. Repeat four to five times. (You want to build the layers of crust) • Remove from the heat and serve immediately.

The Weekly News is looking for a restaurant, café or personal chef to contribute weekly recipes to the newspaper. For more information call 946-4664 or email tcweeklynews.com.

proso millet and15 per cent finely cracked corn.

Many other combinations also work well and you can adjust mixtures to fit your situation.

Stiletto points It took a while to get the trend of stiletto nails off of the ground but more women are rocking the sharpened statements, even manicurists! Oh and even myself!

The look is not for everyone but if you’ve been considering it you can start with a more subtle point to achieve the illusion of the stiletto while maintaining length.

You can go for a more oval or rounded tip as well.

Nail charms A fun way to really set your manicure apart from the rest, nail charms! For this look though, it’s best to opt for an overall look that is a tad toned down, you don’t want to look over the top.

Half-moon manicure This look reminds me of the colour block fashion trend that happened

By Easher Parker

‘way-back-when’ and it’s definitely not the basic pink and white norm.

Go for a nice fade or a strong contrast of colours, like black and white if you really want to set this look off.

Tip: You can do this yourself!

Simply start nails off with one solid coat. Let it dry completely. Once dry, use hole-punched sticker close to your cuticle fill in the half-moon shape. Paint from edge out for a seamless effect.

Bold prints Tribal, Aztec-inspired, chevron, and gingham patterns are coming to fingers near you.

These prints can be difficult to draw by hand, but with help from Sally Hansen, Essie, and OPI nail polish stickers they’re easy to achieve.

Luckily for us in the Turks and Caicos, there are tons of skilled nail techs that can help you pull this daring look off.

Tell the ladies at ‘Stylez Above the Rest’ I sent you!

Nudes If you’re not the type to play it up, you can keep it simple. Nudes are always super chic.

You can give your flesh tone manicure an illusion of depth by experimenting with different mono tones or tone-on-tone textures.

Tip: Alternate painting every other nail with two similar colours of nude, or paint every other one with a matte top coat.

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YOUR DIET

ASK TAMIKA

BY TAMIKA HANDFIELD

Tamika graduated from Florida International University with a Master's Degree in Dietetics and Nutrition. She is a registered dietitian with the American Dietetic Association (ADA) and licenced to practise medical nutrition therapy in the state of Florida. Email Tamika at tamikahandfield@ yahoo.com with your healthy eating questions.

Dental health and nutrition

IMAGINE you have worked really hard and built yourself a really nice and expensive house, but because of the time involved, you have not spent much time on the outside of the house. The yard needs to be cleaned, the gate is broken and the house is in general disrepair.

It really doesn’t matter how beautiful the inside is because the outside gives the first impression.

Let’s apply this same scenario to our bodies. We may exercise and stay fit and avoid foods we think are not good for us but if we don’t pay attention to our teeth and oral health, the rest of it will soon become pointless because we soon won’t be able to eat anything!

Our mouth is the gateway to our body and good nutrition starts with caring for our teeth from an early age.

According to a factsheet printed by Colorado State University: “The food we eat affects our teeth. At the same time, the health or lack of health of our teeth and gums affects what we can eat.”

This is so true because without our teeth we can’t chew foods high in fluoride and calcium which can lead to poor overall health and malnutrition.

Many people, myself included, really do not like visiting the dentist but it is something that needs to be done to ensure we have, not only beautiful, but healthy teeth that can last throughout our lifetime.

This process of ensuring we have teeth that lasts a lifetime starts even before we see the first signs of teeth formation.

Fluoride is the mineral mainly responsible for the formation of strong healthy teeth. Fluoridated water is usually the main source of fluoride in the diet but fluoride can also be found in fish and teas.

On the other hand, bacteria are the main culprit of tooth decay.

Bacteria need carbohydrates for food so that it can grow and multiply.

By cutting back on simple carbohydrates, such as sodas, candies, cakes and cookies, the rate of dental caries can be reduced.

Bacteria seem to prefer sucrose, also called table sugar, but other simple carbohydrates, such as fructose (fruit sugar) and lactose (milk sugar) are easy to ferment and also promote bacterial growth.

The Canadian Dental Association suggests the following tips to care for your teeth: Try to choose sugar-free snacks, add less sugar to coffee or tea (or use sugar substitutes), avoid sugar-sweetened soft drinks and look for fruit juices and drinks with no added sugar.

Read lists of ingredients when you’re grocery shopping. Honey, molasses, liquid invert sugar, glucose, and fructose are all types of sugar.

Avoid sticky sweets; they cling to teeth and are harder to brush away. Eat sweets with a meal, not as a snack. The increased flow of saliva during a meal helps to wash away and dilute sugar.

Carry a travel-size toothbrush and use it after eating sweets. If you can't brush, at least rinse your mouth with water or eat a fibrous fruit or raw vegetables.

Nutrition in Demand. A non-profit organisation helping you to 'Eat healthy today...live longer, better tomorrow'. Call 242-3978 or 442-3978.

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fitness Tip  Dr. Joe LeMoine, is an Orthopaedic Surgeon and Sports Medicine physician. He has worked with many international athletes and at many sporting events on the world stage. He currently practices in Providenciales, at Prime Sports Medicine.

By Dr. Joe LeMoine

Orthopaedic Surgeon and Sports Medicine physician

Play on – Music and exercise I CAN’T imagine exercising without music. Can you? How often do you see a professional athlete preparing for the game with headphones on, getting ‘in the zone’?

Many of us have ‘go to’ play lists for that extra burst of energy while training. Can you imagine an aerobic or spin class that is silent?

There have been more than 60 studies looking at the benefits of music, either before sports or during exercise.

Exercise and sport didn’t really explode until the Walkman was introduced in the 1980s.

It has grown astronomically with special mp3 players adapted for in water sports or to play music in your ski helmet.

Music still played a role in heavy work before then - the drummer on the Roman slave galleys of the Mediterranean set the beat of the rowers and the songs and chants of prisoners that were assigned chain gangs helped them through heavy labour.

Music has been to found to have a number of positive effects on exercise. Anyone who has attended Zumba class can attest that the beat drives the rhythm of the exercise.

This is called synchronous effect.

This was the same effect of the drums on the rowing slaves. But there is more to it than that.

Music has also been found to work in other ways as well. Listening to music before a sport allows an athlete to escape from anxiety as they prepare.

It stimulates arousal (think of how one of your favourite songs gets your heart pumping) and helps to focus on the task at hand.

In addition, during training it has been shown to have a positive effect on exercise. It improves endurance by acting as a diversion from the

hard work you are doing.

Studies indicate it may improve performance as much as 15 per cent for some activities and some people.

This is not without limits; it is most effective at levels of moderate intensity, at maximum effort it has little effect, probably because the nervous system is less attuned to any outside stimulus at this exercise level.

On your next trip to the gym, pack your music player, select your playlist and get the benefits of music for synchronising your workout, getting you pumped up and improving your exercise tolerance.

POLICE SAFETY TIPS

Keeping kids safe from crime UNFORTUNATELY no neighbourhood is completely immune to crime.

However, there are steps you can take to help keep your family and your neighbourhood safe.

Know where your children are.

Have your children tell you or ask permission before leaving the house and give them a time to check in or be home. When possible, have them leave a phone number of where they will be.

Help children learn important phone numbers. Have your children practice reciting their home phone number and address, and your work and cell phone numbers.

If they have trouble memorising these, write them down on a card and have them carry it at all times.

Tell your children where you will be and the best way to reach you.

Set limits on where your children

By Audley Astwood

Police Public Relations Officer

can go in your neighbourhood. Do you want them crossing busy roads? Playing in alleys or abandoned buildings?

Are there certain homes in your neighbourhood that you don’t want your children to go to?

Get to know your children's friends.

Meet their parents before letting your children to go to their home and keep a list of their phone numbers.

If you can’t meet their parents, call and talk to them. Ask what your children might do at their house and if they will be supervised.

Choose a safe house in your neighbourhood. Pick a neighbour’s house where your children can go if they need help.

Point out other places they can go for help, like stores or a police station.

Teach children to settle arguments with words, not fists. Role-play talking out problems, walking away from fist fights, and what to do when confronted with bullies.

Remind them that taunting and teasing can hurt friends and make enemies.

Work together with your neighbours. Watch out for suspicious and unusual behaviour in your neighbourhood.

Get to know your neighbours and their children so you can look out for one another.

Visit www.tcipolice.tc for more information.

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January 18 - 24, 2014

Haiti: Lack of political will allows ex- Region at risk from spread of chikungunya virus dictator Duvalier to escape justice A LACK of political will and unacceptable court delays are allowing Haiti’s former “presidentfor-life,” Jean-Claude Duvalier, to escape justice for human rights violations, Amnesty International and Human Rights Watch said this week.

The authorities re-opened a criminal case against the former Haitian dictator three years ago, shortly after he returned to the country on 16 January 2011, following a 25-year exile in France.

He faced charges of serious human rights violations such as murder and torture of political opponents, and of corruption. But the case has stalled for almost a year.

“It appears that the Haitian authorities have no intention of carrying out thorough investigations into Duvalier-era abuses,” said Javier Zúñiga, Amnesty International’s special adviser to regional programmes.

“The judicial process has stalled, denying victims of his reign of terror their right to truth, justice and reparation. To add insult to injury, Duvalier continues to take part in public events, often at the invitation of the Haitian government.”

Duvalier, also known as “Baby Doc,” inherited power from his father, the dictator François Duvalier, and ruled Haiti from 1971 to 1986. During his rule, Haitian life was marked by systematic human rights violations.

A lack of political will and court delays are allowing Haiti’s former “president-for-life,” Jean-Claude Duvalier, to escape justice.

Hundreds of political prisoners held in a network of prisons known as the “triangle of death”, including the infamous Fort Dimanche, died from mistreatment or were victims of extrajudicial killings. Duvalier’s government repeatedly closed independent newspapers and radio stations. Journalists were beaten, in some cases tortured, jailed, and forced to leave the country.

He is also alleged to have embezzled between $300 million and $800 million of assets during his presidency.

In January 2012, an investigating judge ruled that Duvalier should stand trial before a lower court for misappropriation of public funds, but that the statute of limitations had

T&T 12-year-old charged with ganja trafficking A 12-YEAR-OLD, who was found with marijuana in his bag at his primary school, appeared before a magistrate yesterday charged with possession of the drug for the purpose of trafficking.

The boy, whose father stood at his side, pleaded guilty to the offence. The court was cleared for the matter. Defence attorney Dane Halls represented the child.

Magistrate Siumongal Ramsaran heard from the prosecutor that it was around 12.20 p.m. on Wednesday that the standard five pupil’s bag was searched by a cleaner at the school after suspicions were raised by a teacher. Marijuana weighing 0.3 grammes was found. The child was charged

by Constable Richard Guerra with having the drug for the purpose of trafficking as it was discovered on him within 500

metres of a school. The boy initially told officers he found the illegal substance at the school’s entrance. He later said a pupil had given it to him while he was at school.

In speaking on the child’s behalf before the court, Halls said given the boy’s age he was “unable to navigate from clear and present danger”. He said the child lives with his paternal grandmother as his parents were separated, and wants to become a mechanical engineer. Halls said the boy had his future ahead of him and asked the court to reprimand and discharge his client. Ramsaran said the boy ought to be allowed to focus on his upcoming Secondary Assessment Examination (SEA).

He reprimanded and discharged him under section 71:1A. No record will be made by the court of the child’s court appearance.

(Trinidad Express)

expired on the human rights crimes he was accused of. Both the human rights victims and Duvalier appealed the decision. The appeal began on 13 December 2012.

Duvalier appeared before the Court of Appeal in Port-au-Prince on 28 February 2013, for the first time giving public testimony related to alleged crimes during his rule.

“In a country in which impunity for the worst crimes has been the norm, Duvalier’s presence in the court was a glimmer of hope for the victims and their families,” said Reed Brody, counsel and spokesperson at Human Rights Watch.

“The Haitian authorities have an obligation to prosecute these grave human rights violations. Crimes including torture, extrajudicial executions, and enforced disappearances are not subject to a statute of limitations.”

Between March and May 2013, eight victims gave testimony in court despite objections from Duvalier’s lawyers, who have filed an appeal in an effort to prevent the victims’ from exercising their right to participate in the proceedings as civil parties.

Victims also faced the hostility of the public prosecutor who seemed to have aligned with the defense.

Testimony concluded in May, and the Court of Appeal’s decision has been pending ever since. Multiple sources have told Amnesty International and Human Rights Watch that the Court of Appeal is waiting for some other procedural steps to be carried out before issuing its ruling.

“Under Duvalier and his Tonton Macoutes militia, thousands were tortured, killed, and hundreds of thousands of Haitians fled into exile,” said Reed Brody.

“Duvalier’s victims shouldn’t have to keep waiting and hoping for justice that never comes.”

While the victims await the Court’s decision, Duvalier has been taking part in public events.

Most recently, on 1 January 2014, he attended a state ceremony to celebrate Independence Day in the city of Gonaïves.

THE European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) has reported further increase in the number of confirmed and probable cases of the chikungunya virus on the French side of St Martin and other Caribbean islands.

In an epidemiological update on “autochthonous cases of chikungunya fever in the Caribbean region” on Saturday, the ECDC said that, as of Thursday, there were 201 “probable or confirmed cases” in French St Martin and two confirmed cases on the Dutch side of the island.

ECDC also said there were 48 “probable or confirmed cases” in Martinique; 25 “probable or confirmed cases” in St Barthélemy; 10 “probable or confirmed cases, including one imported case from St Martin in Guadeloupe”; and one “confirmed case imported from Martinique in French Guiana.

An outbreak of chikungunya in the Caribbean was reported from the French section of St Martin on December 5.

According to the ECDC it was the first time that autochthonous transmission of the virus has been documented in the Americas.

An ECDC risk assessment of the outbreak published on December 12

concluded that the risk of the disease spreading to other islands in the region was “high.”

“Since then, new chikungunya cases have been reported from several islands in the Caribbean,” it said, adding that chikungunya transmission was detected during “an ongoing dengue outbreak in the Caribbean.”

The ECDC said dengue and chikungunya viruses are transmitted by the same Aedes aegypti mosquito species.

“The naïve population, the presence of an effective vector in the region and the movement of people in and between islands are factors that make it likely the outbreak will continue to spread geographically and increase in numbers,” it warned.

Chikungunya is a mosquito-borne viral disease, transmitted by the bite of Aedes mosquitoes. It is endemic in parts of Africa, South-east Asia and on the Indian subcontinent.

Last month, the Atlanta based Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in the United States said it was “closely following new reports of the mosquito-borne chikungunya virus among residents of the French side of St Martin in the Caribbean.

Guyanese mum kills self after son ends life – father, sister had also committed suicide A 32-year-old woman on Wednesday succumbed at the Skeldon Public Hospital in Berbice, Guyana after she ingested a poisonous substance last Saturday, allegedly in reaction to her son who also committed suicide a few weeks ago.

Dead is Nandranie Oudit of Number 68 Village, Corentyne, Berbice. According to the mother of the deceased Surujdai Singh, her daughter drank the poisonous substance because she could not cope with the loss of her 16-year-old son Arjune Oudit, a former third form student at Tagore Memorial High School who also died as a result of consuming gramaxone some five weeks ago.

Surujdai said her grandson was involved with a girl for several months; however, their relationship ended abruptly and he subsequently drank poison because he could not handle the break up.

According to reports, the family has a history of suicide. It was disclosed that the father and a sister of Oudit had also committed suicide but by hanging themselves.

“Why me gotta punish so, me husband dead and left me, me second

daughter hang she self too and me work hard and mind me next two gal picknie (girl children) and now me big data (daughter) go kill she self,” Surujdai wept.

The woman said she is left with her youngest daughter who is so devastated by the loss of her eldest sister following that of her beloved nephew that the family had to take her to a doctor.

“She get blackout steady and she only crying and fall down, we gotta take she doctor,” the woman said.

Surujdai believes her family is affected by a suicide curse. She is also fearful for her remaining child.

“Me big daughter dead and left one pickney (child) and she lil sister and when pickney fa bury mama, mama gotta bury dem pickney, it is hard for me to bear this pain of losing me family like this,” Surujdai tearfully stated.

Oudit leaves to mourn her husband Navin and a young daughter.

Meanwhile, according to reports, since the start of the year, several persons have succumbed to suicide while others have recovered from suicide attempts and some are in the process of recovery.

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Cayman Islands’ high rating, stable outlook maintained MOODY’S, one of the world’s foremost financial rating agencies, has maintained its very high rating of Aa3 for the Cayman Islands.

The Cayman Islands has retained the Aa3 rating, and its accompanying stable outlook, continuously since 2000.

In its latest report, Moody’s outlines that the high rating reflects a number of important considerations satisfied by the Cayman Islands. These include: a very high per capita Gross Domestic Product (GDP) – the latest figure for which is US$55,075; a Debt-to-GDP ratio of 22.4% at the end of 2013, which is a comparatively low debt burden

viewed against other rated jurisdictions; a high score for governance indicators along with its political connection to the United Kingdom; and a very low susceptibility to Event Risk.

The Minister for Finance and Economic Development, Hon. Marco Archer said: “The Government is very pleased with the high rating for the Cayman Islands being maintained and, equally important as the high rating itself, the outlook for the rating is stable. This should encourage investors to have utmost confidence in the Islands’ future.” (Caribbeanpressrelease. com)

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Barbados government extends deadline for public service layoffs THE Barbados government has extended by 18 days, the deadline for laying off public servants following talks with labour unions on Monday.

Prime Minister Freundel Stuart said the delay would allow the Ministry of the Civil Service to generate a list of names for those who would be retrenched as his administration seeks to turn around an ailing economy.

He said the unions- the Barbados Workers Union (BWU) and the National Union of Public Workers (NUPW) – would be involved in the process.

“We had set the 15th of January for the taking of the first bit of action.

That date must now be vacated because of the challenges posed to the Ministry of the Civil Service in even generating the list to be affected,” Stuart said.

“But we are certain now that by the end of this month, we should be able to deal with those issues definitively and finally and of course between now and the end of the month the union will have an opportunity to further report on those issues,” he added.

Last month, the government announced the plan to cut public

service jobs in a bid to save BDS$143 million (One BDS dollar = US$0.50 cents).

It said it would also institute a “strict programme of attrition” across the central public service, filling posts only where it is absolutely unavoidable, over the next five years, ending 2018-2019.

“This attrition is expected to reduce central government employment levels from approximately 16 970 to 14, 612 jobs – a projected loss of 2 358 posts; and savings of BDS$121 million. Over the current 19-month adjustment period public sector employment will be reduced by an additional 501 jobs with a projected savings of BDS$26 million,” said Finance and Economic Affairs Minister Chris Sinckler, who was also present at Monday’s meeting.

The government said it intends to trim the service by 3,000 jobs and had hoped to begin laying off workers by January 15.

Prime Minister Stuart said the layoffs would not include both breadwinners from the same household even as he insisted that the layoffs were unavoidable.

He said a humane approach would be taken in preparing the list.

“When that list becomes available, then we will be in a better position to know what the exact fallout will be, but whatever the exact fallout is going to be budgetary targets cannot be compromised.

“Having said that I should also make the point that we cannot allow our humanity to yield ground to the pursuit of budgetary targets,” the Prime Minister said.

The meeting Monday followed two rounds of talks involving Sinckler and Labour and Social Security, Dr. Esther Byer Suckoo as well as representatives of the two trade unions.

‘I think every Barbadian knows we have to do something,” said Byer Suckoo, following the latest rounds of talks on Saturday, while Sinckler said “we will respond formally on Monday to the proposals but I think they (unions) pretty well know where our position is.

“Of course this situation cannot be allowed to drag on,” her added.

But Opposition Leader Mia Mottley addressing the first “People’s Assembly” organized by her Barbados Labour Party (BLP) on Sunday night, called for the resignations of Prime Minister Stuart and Sinckler.

Jamaican-born transvestite could face murder charge in toddler’s death A Florida-based maritime lawyer feels that the Bahamas must get their act together to keep cruise coming to its shores.

Bahamas “one gunshot away” from being dropped by cruise lines FLORIDA-BASED maritime lawyer Jim Walker believes that Nassau may be “one gunshot away” from seeing cruise lines drop it from their cruising itineraries.

Walker, partner at Walker & O’Neil, a Miami law firm that represents passengers and crew members injured or assaulted on cruise ships around the world, said he saw The Bahamas progressing along a path which led, in the case of countries like Colombia, to cruise lines pulling out of the destination.

“We’ve seen a pattern of conduct with the cruise lines where they had extensive conversations with the authorities in the United States Virgin Islands, they complained about crime and when they didn’t get answers, they left,” he said.

“My concern is that Nassau is one gunshot away from having cruise lines leave.”

Walker, an attorney for 30 years

who has appeared frequently on US media outlets speaking on the topic of cruise safety, noted that his line of work saw him receive calls from aggrieved cruise passengers who were seeking redress over crimes they fell victim to.

“We don’t receive calls from any passengers sailing into Alaska, Canada or Europe, except some from passengers pickpocketed in Naples or Rome, Italy, but as far as dividing the planet up into zones, almost 100 percent of calls relative to crime off the ship are coming from passengers who were in the Caribbean and that would include the most dangerous ports we’re aware of based on calls and volume of ports, such as Nassau, St Thomas, and Roatan, Honduras; but Nassau calls are the majority of the calls.

“It’s robberies, sexual assaults, being held up at gunpoint,” he said.

(Originally published in the Nassau Guardian)

Law enforcement authorities in the US say prosecutors may this week empanel a grand jury and elevate charges to murder against a Jamaican-born transgender woman accused of killing a four-year-old boy.

Prosecutors have charged Kryzie King, 27, born in Jamaica as Christopher King, with first-degree assault, reckless endangerment and unlawful imprisonment in the death of Myls Dobson, who was found dead, last Wednesday in the bathroom of an apartment on Manhattan’s West Side.

King was ordered held on US$500,000 bail. The medical examiner is yet to determine how the boy died.

Police say the boy’s father, Okee Wade, 37, who is currently in a New Jersey jail serving time on a fraud charge, had turned over the care of his son to King.

Court records show Myls was bound, gagged, beaten and burned during the three weeks King was taking care of the boy.

Police said he was forced out into the brutal cold wearing only a T-shirt and shorts the day before he was found dead in the bathroom of King’s apartment.

But the New York Daily News reported that Wade said he does not

Prosecutors have charged Kryzie King, 27, born in Jamaica as Christopher King, with first-degree assault, reckless endangerment and unlawful imprisonment in the death of Myls Dobson.

know King and he was a “loving father” to his son.

“I don’t know anyone named Kryzie King,” he told the paper in a jailhouse interview on Sunday, adding “They put in the paper that I was dating a transsexual. That’s just wrong! I like women. I don’t date men, and I don’t date transsexuals”.

Prosecutors allege that the fouryear-old child did not have a full meal since December 26 and had lost at least 20 pounds while under King’s care.

Prosecutors said paramedics said

they found Myls unconscious and slumped over in the bathtub. His broken body was covered with scores of whip marks, burns and bruises, and his testicles had abrasions on them.

Myls’ mother, Ashlee Dobson, 29, told reporters she lost custody of her son after New York City’s Administration for Children Services (ACS) claimed she was an unfit mother.

Newly-elected New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio has ordered an investigation into the case. (CMC)

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Vatican faces UN sex abuse panel questions VATICAN officials are expected to face tough questions from the UN on the sexual abuse of thousands of children by Catholic clergy.

Members of the Holy See - the city state’s diplomatic entity - will be grilled by a UN committee in Geneva.

The Vatican refused an earlier request for information, saying the cases were the responsibility of the judiciary of countries where abuse took place.

The Pope has said dealing with abuse is vital for the Church’s credibility.

The Catholic Church has faced a raft of allegations of child sex abuse by priests around the world and criticism over inadequate responses by bishops.

Last month, Pope Francis announced that a Vatican committee would be set up to fight sexual abuse of children in the Church and offer help to victims.

He has also strengthened Vatican laws on child abuse, broadening the definition of crimes against minors to include sexual abuse of children.

The Holy See is a signatory to the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child, a legally-binding instrument which commits it to protecting and

Robert Gates oversaw the US military operation in both Afghanistan and Iraq.

Military cuts ‘limit’ UK world power The Holy See insists it is “separate and distinct” from the Roman Catholic Church.

nurturing the most vulnerable in society.

The Holy See ratified the convention in 1990.

Its first and only progress report was submitted in 2012 after intense criticism following 2010 revelations of child sex abuse cases in Europe and beyond.

The Committee on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) is expected to ask wide-ranging questions, forcing the Holy See to defend itself in public for the first time.

It faces allegations that it enabled

the sexual abuse of thousands of children by protecting paedophile priests at the expense of victims.

Last July, the UN Committee requested detailed information about the particulars of all sexual abuse cases notified to the Vatican since 1995.

The questions included whether priests, nuns and monks guilty of sexual crime were allowed to remain in contact with children, what legal action had been taken against them, and whether complainants were silenced.

Over 400,000 displaced in South Sudan A MONTH of conflict has displaced about 413,000 people in South Sudan, the United Nations said Wednesday, after a major surge in the number of people fleeing violence in the past week.

Representatives of the government and rebels have been holding talks in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, but fighting continues to wrack the world’s newest country.

Hundreds of people have been wounded and thousands displaced by heavy fighting over the past few days, Medecins Sans Frontieres (MSF) said Wednesday.

The group, also known as Doctors Without Borders, said its teams had treated 116 people suffering from gunshot wounds in the towns of Malakal and Nasir in Upper Nile state amid clashes there and elsewhere.

The violence has also forced about 78,000 to flee to neighbouring countries, the United Nations said, on top of the hundreds of thousands displaced within South Sudan’s borders. Many are women and children.

More than 42,000 people are now in Uganda’s West Nile region, according to the United Nations’

CUTS to the UK’s armed forces will limit the country’s ability to be a major player on the world stage, a former US defence secretary has warned.

Robert Gates said the spending squeeze would mean the UK could no longer be a full military partner of the US. By 2020, the government plans to reduce the number of Army, RAF and Royal Navy personnel by thousands.

The Ministry of Defence says Britain still has the fourth largest defence budget in the world.

But Mr Gates, who served under presidents Obama and Bush, singled out cuts to the Navy as particularly damaging.

Interviewed by BBC Radio 4’s Today programme, he noted that - for the first time since World War One Britain did not have an operational aircraft carrier.

“With the fairly substantial reductions in defence spending in Great Britain, what we’re finding is that it won’t have full spectrum capabilities and the ability to be a full partner as they have been in the

past,” he said.

The spectrum refers to the ability of a country’s military to fight across air, sea and land.

Mr Gates’s comments echo the concerns of other senior military figures.

The Chief of the Defence Staff, General Sir Nicholas Houghton, warned last month Britain could be left with the “spectre” of a hollowedout force.

Under the government’s plans the Army will lose 20,000 soldiers, the Navy 6,000 personnel and the RAF 5,000.

Prime Minister David Cameron insisted in 2011 the UK retained a “pretty full spectrum capability” after the three service chiefs warned its reach would be diminished.

Jonathan Beale, the BBC’s defence correspondent said the American’s latest intervention would be unlikely to reverse the cuts but would wound Britain’s pride.

The MoD defended the level of military spending, adding that the UK had the best trained and equipped armed forces anywhere outside the US. (BBC)

Danish woman gang-raped in Indian capital Delhi Most of the 413,000 people displaced are women and children.

refugee agency, the UNHCR, while about 18,600 have sought refuge in Ethiopia.

Nearly 6,800 people from Jonglei have fled to Kenya, many of them children. And an estimated 10,000 have fled into Sudan’s volatile West Kordofan and South Kordofan states.

The U.N. refugee agency warned Tuesday that with fighting still reported in parts of South Sudan, particularly Jonglei and Upper Nile states, it expects more displacement both within and beyond its borders.

The exodus has been fueled by the fighting and people’s fears,

combined with worsening living conditions and a lack of food in some places, UNHCR spokesman Adrian Edwards told reporters in Geneva, Switzerland.

Many South Sudanese men are taking their families to the Ugandan border and leaving them there before returning to their country, he said.

“From the refugees we have spoken to, we are hearing eyewitness accounts of killings, houses being burnt and shooting,” Edwards said.

Within South Sudan, about 65,000 people have sought sanctuary at U.N. bases.

POLICE in the Indian capital Delhi are investigating the alleged gang rape of a Danish woman who lost her way near her city centre hotel.

The 51-year-old tourist was attacked by a group of men in the Paharganj area on Tuesday evening. Police say she was robbed and raped at knife point.

The woman flew out of India on Wednesday morning, police say.

Scrutiny of sexual violence in India has grown since the 2012 gang rape and murder of a student on a Delhi bus.

The government tightened laws on sexual violence last year after widespread protests

following the attack.

But violence and discrimination against women remain deeply entrenched in India’s staunchly patriarchal society.

The Danish woman told police that she approached the group of men after losing her way back to her hotel near New Delhi Railway Station.

The men robbed her of her belongings and raped her, police spokesman Rajan Bhagat told the BBC. “She reached her hotel and reported the incident to the manager who called in the police and the investigation is now under way,” Mr Bhagat said. (BBC)

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Florida mom kills her two teens, self in murder-suicide a month after divorce: cops

Cecile Kyenge has faced a torrent of abuse since her appointment in April.

Italy’s only black cabinet minister calls for action on rising racism

ITALY’S only black cabinet minister has called for more support as she endures relentless non-violent racist attacks.

Cecile Kyenge is in charge of efforts to integrate immigrant communities into wider Italian society and is frequently targeted by right-wing opponents.

Ms Kyenge said Italy’s institutions and political establishment must do more.

“Politics must stand up as one and condemn racism lest it become a dangerous weapon that can kill democracy,” the Congolese-born MP said.

Ms Kyenge has faced a torrent of abuse since her appointment in

April from the right-wing Northern League party and its supporters.

The League’s newspaper, La Padania, has just begun publishing her daily itinerary - presumably so that the hecklers will always know where to find the minister, says the BBC’s Alan Johnston in Rome.

Last year, one of its most senior figures likened her to an orangutan.

Another accused Ms Kyenge of wanting to impose “tribal traditions” on Italy.

One of the League’s councillors even called for the minister to be raped.

Ms Kyenge has been heckled, and had bananas thrown at her during political rallies.

HER financial woes and personal issues drove a Florida woman over the edge - and beyond.

The distraught mother of two talented teen musicians shot her kids dead before turning the gun on herself in a gruesome double-murder suicide.

Richard Berman, 51, found his bullet-ridden children, Alex, 16, and Jacqueline, 15, and their mother, Jennifer Berman, 48, dead of a suicide in their West Palm Beach home Monday morning — just hours after he received an email from the maniacal mom threatening harm to their shared children.

Cops released the disturbing 911 calls from the moment Richard Berman and a neighbor discovered the bodies Monday morning.

“It looks like she’s laid in bed but she doesn’t have a face,” the shaken neighbor tells the dispatcher of the suicidal mom. “I think the girl’s up in bed with her but when I saw what was upstairs I had to run back downstairs.”

Richard Berman tells 911 that he was heading to the house after his “ex-wife said she was going to harm the kids.”

“She sent me an email that she did the best thing for our family,” Richard tells a police dispatcher as he called 911 en route to the home.

“And then she sent her cousin a text that she was going to kill the kids and herself.”

Richard and Jennifer Berman had

Richard Berman, newly divorced from Jennifer Berman (right), found her and their kids, Alex (centre), 15, and Jacqueline (left), 16, dead in their West Palm Beach home.

only divorced in December, WPECTV reported, weeks after Jennifer’s mother had died last fall. Their home, on Pershing Way just off the Lake Worth Lagoon, was in foreclosure, the TV station reports, and the kids and their mother were to move out in February.

“Oh, s--t,” Richard Berman says in the newly released 911 call after he finds his dead son in the house.

“I was just touching his head. He wasn’t waking up. His alarm was on, he wasn’t waking up, there’s blood in his ear.”

The marital, and financial, woes in the family had existed for years.

Richard Berman originally filed for divorce in 2008 - 16 years after they first married, the Palm Beach Post reported. The family was living lush for years, but by early last year, Jennifer Berman was struggling to get by without her ex-husband any longer in her life. The mom-of-two could no longer pay her divorce attorney in April and was in such financial straits, she was forced to sell her late father’s watch, the Palm Beach Post reported.

61 killed in latest wave of Iraq attacks Kyler Ann Ramsdell-Oliva and her two daughters Kenadee, 13 and Isabella Oliva, 7. Kyler killed both girls and then herself.

Utah mom shoots and kills two young daughters and herself A 32-YEAR-OLD Utah mom gunned down her two young daughters and then herself on Tuesday — just one day after her fiancé came to move his things out of their shared Syracuse home.

Kyler Ramsdell-Oliva shot daughters Kenadee, 13, and Isabella, 7, around 6 p.m. before turning the gun on herself.

Her fiancé, KSTU-TV reported, was outside with a U-Haul truck just as the gunshots rang out.

Police had supervised the couple as the unidentified man moved his belongings out of the home around 6 p.m. Monday.

Cops quickly ruled the man out as a suspect, the Deseret News reported.

“It’s considered a murder-suicide,

so there are no suspects at large.

We’ve spoken to the fiancé (and) we’ve spoken to the family. …

And that’s when we came to the conclusion it was a murder-suicide,” Syracuse Police Officer Erin Behm told the newspaper.

Police first came to the home Monday. About 24 hours later, tragedy struck.

Police say the family had lived in the town for about three months — and the young girls had only just entered school. Kenadee, an eighthgrader at a local junior high, had only attended one day of school while Isabella, a first-grader, attended about a week of classes, the Deseret News reported.

AT least 61 people were killed and scores wounded Wednesday in the latest wave of attacks in the Iraqi capital and across the country.

Bombings and shootings, aimed at security forces and civilians alike, made it an especially bloody day as sectarian violence flared up.

The United Nations said 2013 was the deadliest year in Iraq since 2008, with almost 8,000 people killed, most of them civilians. Fears of allout sectarian war have increased since violence broke out in Anbar province in recent days.

Much of the violence recorded Wednesday was in and around Baghdad.

Twenty-two people were killed and 74 were wounded by seven car bombs and two roadside bombs that exploded in the Iraqi capital, targeting mainly Shiite areas, police said.

Two of the bombs detonated near a busy market in the mainly Shiite area of Hussainiya, in northern Baghdad, police said. The deadliest bombing in Baghdad was in the predominantly Shiite al-Shula neighborhood in the northwestern part of the city, where a car bomb detonated at an outdoor

Iraqis gather at the site of a car bombing in central Baghdad on Wednesday.

market, killing seven people.

Violence flared outside of Baghdad, too.

In Baquba, about 60 kilometers (37 miles) north of Baghdad, 14 people were killed and 21 wounded in a bombing at the funeral of a school official, according to police.

In Diyala province, gunmen attacked and kidnapped seven truck drivers in Alham village. Two hours later, the bodies of the drivers were

found.

At least three people were killed in violence in Mosul, in addition to seven soldiers killed in a bombing south of Mosul.

In Anbar province to the west, al Qaeda-backed militants and Iraq’s security forces are battling for control of Falluja and Ramadi. The violence recalls the bloody fighting at the height of the Iraq war that nearly tore the country apart. (BBC

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Needed

RAYSA LIGHTBOURNE Is looking for a

Is looking for a

1 farmer on North Caicos. Salary $5.50 per hour.

Contact: Twa, Marcelin Wolf, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Island or Labour Commissioner, Labour Department, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands

is looking for 2

domestic Security domestic worker Guard To work 6 days To work 6 days worker per week salary per week salary

9387

GOVERNMENT VACANCY DEPUTY SUPERVISOR WELLNESS CENTER

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

$6.00 per hour

$7.00 per hour.

contact: 246-5181

contact: 347-6060

contact: 442-6220

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GOVERNMENT VACANCY

DEPARTMENT: Special Needs Unit MINISTRY: Health and Human Services LOCATION: South Caicos

DEPUTY SUPERVISOR WELLNESS CENTER

JOB SUMMARY: This is a senior professional position that involves assisting the Supervisor with the management of the Wellness Centre/Special Needs, while ensuring quality care for the clients utilizing this health care facility.

DEPARTMENT: Special Needs Unit MINISTRY: Health and Human Services LOCATION: South Caicos

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists the supervisor in developing goals for care of elderly and special needs clients.

• Assists the supervisor in the development and implementation of programs for the Wellness Centre/Special Needs unit.

• Assists the supervisor in the performance appraisals of Client Care Assistants.

• Collaborates with the supervisor in making recommendation for further training and promotion of staff.

• Assists in the preparation and maintenance of off duty and leave schedules for unit personnel.

• Prepares and maintains accurate records.

• Assists in maintaining adequate inventory of supplies.

• Ensures the utilization of nursing procedures in the management of patient care.

• Ensures that patients receive quality care.

• Participates in medical and nursing rounds.

• Ensures that a safe environment is maintained at all times

JOB SUMMARY:

This is a senior professional position that involves assisting the Supervisor with the management of the Wellness Centre/Special Needs, while ensuring quality care for the clients utilizing this health care facility.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists the supervisor in developing goals for care of elderly and special needs clients.

• Assists the supervisor in the development and implementation of programs for the Wellness Centre/Special Needs unit.

• Assists the supervisor in the performance appraisals of Client Care Assistants.

• Collaborates with the supervisor in making recommendation for further training and promotion of staff.

• Assists in the preparation and maintenance of off duty and leave schedules for unit personnel.

• Prepares and maintains accurate records.

• Assists in maintaining adequate inventory of supplies.

• Ensures the utilization of nursing procedures in the management of patient care.

• Ensures that patients receive quality care.

• Participates in medical and nursing rounds.

• Ensures that a safe environment is maintained at all times

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• The job holder must be a graduate in nursing from an accredited institution and have a Certificate/diploma or first degree in Nursing • Must hold current nursing license • Have current registration with the Turks and Caicos Islands Health Practitioners Board • Special training and experience in geriatric nursing and management will be an asset.

• A minimum of 3 years’ experience as a Clinical Nurse is required.

• Experience working with the elderly in a Nursing Home or Geriatric facility will be highly regarded.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• The job holder must be a graduate in nursing from an accredited institution and have a Certificate/diploma or first degree in Nursing • Must hold current nursing license • Have current registration with the Turks and Caicos Islands Health Practitioners Board • Special training and experience in geriatric nursing and management will be an asset.

• A minimum of 3 years’ experience as a Clinical Nurse is required.

• Experience working with the elderly in a Nursing Home or Geriatric facility will be highly regarded.

COMPENSATION:

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COMPENSATION:

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APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

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Resumes with current contact information must be accompanied by a Cover Letter, two letters of reference (one preferably from a former employer), copies of educational certificates, a Police Certificate and a copy of the Passport photo page.

Applications should be addressed to the Office of the Human Resource Directorate, Church Folly, Grand Turk. Facsimile: 946-1582 or sent by email to: recruitment@gov.tc with the subject line being Deputy Supervisor Wellness Center Application. Applications sent by post or brought by hand should have the subject: Deputy Supervisor Wellness Center Application clearly marked on the envelopes.

Resumes with current contact information must be accompanied by a Cover Letter, two letters of reference (one preferably from a former employer), copies of educational certificates, a Police Certificate and a copy of the Passport photo page.

Applications should be addressed to the Office of the Human Resource Directorate, Church Folly, Grand Turk. Facsimile: 946-1582 or sent by email to: recruitment@gov.tc with the subject line being Deputy Supervisor Wellness Center Application. Applications sent by post or brought by hand should have the subject: Deputy Supervisor Wellness Center Application clearly marked on the envelopes.

Current serving officers must apply through their heads of department.

Qualified belongers will be given first consideration.

Incomplete applications without supporting documents will not be processed

Current serving officers must apply through their heads of department.

Qualified belongers will be given first consideration.

Incomplete applications without supporting documents will not be processed

APPLICATION DEADLINE: 30th January, 2014

SEAL SECURITY

APPLICATION DEADLINE: 30th January, 2014 9393

9392

January 18 - 24, 2014 ARTHUR CARDINAL MIDDLE CAICOS Is looking for a

labourer To work 5 days per week salary $5.00 per hour

contact: 241-0730 9386

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domestic worker To work 5 days per week salary $5.00 per hour.

contact: 241-5615 or 343-1056

9390

Patient Services Cheshire Hall Medical Centre, Providenciales TCI

Job Summary: Generate revenue by making payment plan arrangements, collecting on current and past due patient account bills, pursuing deliquent accounts, producing hospital bills, completing daily cash reconcilation and working with insurance company to reconsile patients accounts.

Requirements and Experience • High School diploma or equivalent.

• Coding or billing certificate or equivalent experience • Medical billing experience • Cash collection experience • Prefer at least two years of specialized experience and/or training in keeping and maintaining electronic medical records.

Job Description Provided Upon Request. Salary Range: $25,000 - $30,000 annually, based upon experience.

Submit resumes and references to: recruitment@interhealthcanada.tc Deadline for applications: Friday 31st January 2014

VACANT POSITIONS All positions require a minimum 5 years experience and training from recognize institution.

• Medical Technologist • Radiographer • Education Manager • Nurse Education (Clinical) • Clinical Pharmacy Manager

Remuneration packages will be based on qualification and experience.

Submit resume and references to: Recruitment@interhealthcanada.tc Application Deadline: Friday 31 January 2014

VACANT POSITIONS FINANCE MANAGER

Cheshire Hall Medical Centre and Cockburn Town Medical Centre Turks and Caicos Islands - BWI

• ED Physician • General Surgeon • Pediatrician • NICU Nurse • Midwife • Theatre Nurse • Dialysis Nurse • Physical Therapist

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Cheshire Hall Medical Centre, Providenciales TCI Job Summary: The Finance Manager is a member of the TCI Hospital Senior Management Team and is responsible for planning, developing and directing the financial activities for the Hospitals at Providenciales and Grand Turk, including budgeting, cost accounting, financial planning, financial analysis and reporting, annual and special audits.

Additional Responsibilities: Develop cost and operational benchmarking tools to identify and implement performance improvement efforts; manage the payroll system; reconcile general ledger accounts; supervise the areas of accounting, patient financial services, procurement and inventory management.

Requirements and Experiences: • A bachelor’s degree in accounting, economics, business or related field is required and a master’s degree and CPA are strongly preferred.

• Five to ten years hospital accounting and finance experience, to include revenue cycle knowledge, financial analysis, cost allocation, reimbursement and budgeting; experience with financial management in a capitated healthcare delivery system and five years management experience are required; • Prior experience as a hospital CFO preferred.

JOB DESCRUPTION PROVIDED UPON REQUEST. SALARY RANGE: $70K + based upon experience.

Submit resumes and references to: HR@interhealthcanada.com Deadline for applications: Friday 31st January 2014

CHIEF OF MEDICAL SERVICES Summary: The Chief of Medical Services is a member of the TCI Hospital Senior Management Team who provides leadership, medical direction and administration for all medical related activities for the hospitals at Providenciales and Grand Turk.

Responsibilities: Will include development and implementation of clinical practice protocols; education and training of medical staff; assessment of clinical competence and performance of hospital/visiting consultant physicians; recruitment and mobilization of affiliated physicians; manage the effective utilization of clinical resources; recommends opportunities for developing new revenue streams, procedures, programs and services; serves on key clinical and administrative committees internally and externally.

Requirements and Experiences: • A medical doctor degree and current license to practice in country of origin; five years of medical administrative/management experience in a comparable role required • Evidence of current clinical practice in own particular discipline required.

• Master’s degree in business or healthcare administration, board certification and previous academic/teaching appointment desirable.

• Preference will be given to candidates with prior experience as a Medical Director, Chief of Staff, Vice President of Medicine or Surgery or similar role and experience in managing multi-site medical services.

JOB DESCRUPTION PROVIDED UPON REQUEST. SALARY RANGE: $105K + based upon experience.

Submit resumes and references to: HR@interhealthcanada.com Deadline for applications: Friday 31st January 2014

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Young Enterprise opening showcase reveals six groups THE SECOND Young Enterprise initiative was launched last Saturday, January 11, with an opening showcase where participants introduced and even began selling their products.

Enthusiastic to succeed in their business ventures, five groups of students displayed their products under tents at the Scotiabank Graceway parking lot in Grace Bay under the observance of administrators, judges and a continuous flow of tourists and local community members.

This year there are six groups registered to compete, five of which were present for the official launch.

The business groups included DIY Products and Services, TCI in Style, Varieta, Rhythmic Flavours and Turks and Caicos Treasures.

Products from the groups included tie-dye t-shirts, hair accessories, handmade jewellery, postcards, gift bags, TCI souvenirs, scented candles and sea salts.

Angela Musgrove, chair of the Young Enterprise Board, said that she is pleased with the participation and variety of products showcased.

“Some of them have some really new and creative ideas for goods and services…that’s exciting for us as the board to see them thinking and getting out there,” said Musgrove.

However, she was a bit disappointed that there was a decrease from last year’s eight groups which attempted the challenge.

She said that while students are eager to join the programme, there are difficulties in getting time

commitment from teachers to guide them.

This year, only students in Providenciales are participating in the enterprise.

While some groups comprise exclusively of students from Clement Howell High School, there are some that include a mixture of students from the Westley Methodist, British Colligate and the Turks and Caicos Community College.

The UK based programme, which aims at developing entrepreneurial and employable attitudes and skills in students, is a partnership between the Government’s Youth Department and the Chamber of Commerce, with Scotiabank as the main sponsor.

Students enrolled in the programme are 15 to 19-years-old and were required to set up and successfully run their company for the academic year.

Apart from making and selling their products and services, they are required to elect a board of directors, present a report with accounts, market and eventually make a profit from an invested capital of $500.

Throughout this year there will be three main events for the students to display their products and services instead of just opening and final showcase like last year.

Musgrove said that there will be two more trade shows; one in March and the other in June.

She also said that a contingent will go on a trip to the Bahamas to visit one of their major events of the year so that those involved can get bigger and more ideas of how the enterprise can work.

Turks and Caicos Treasures display their scented candles and sea salts

The products created by the students attract some attention and sales

Popular free boot camp resumes NUMEROUS requests by the public have prompted the restart of Adina’s Boot Camp at the National Stadium in Venetian Road.

Starting January 16 from 6 to 7am, members of the public are welcome to join in the energetic fitness workouts free of charge.

The camp will be held every Thursday morning until May 15, with a break scheduled from February 13 to March 13.

Consisting of cardio intervals mixed with body weight exercises, the 16week programme aims at increasing physical capacities of the participants as well as

stimulating weight loss.

The Boot Camp, which was started by fitness instructor and marketing manager of Graceway Sports Centre Adina Ciurar, attracted more than 80 people last year, mostly Islanders.

Since its start in December 2012, the camp has been rising in popularity and participates who were consistent with their training sessions have achieved some impressive weight loss and fitness results.

Although the workout sessions are free, attendees are required to bring along $1 for entry fee into the stadium.

Judges and potential customers examine the merchandise of the five groups

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Contestants prepare for beauty pageant A GROUP of beautiful local ladies are getting ready to compete in the nation’s largest beauty competition.

The Miss Universe Turks and Caicos Pageant will feature girls from the age of 18 to 24 who are not only visually stunning but clever, affable and have the strength to become an ambassador.

On Sunday (January 12) the as yet unnamed contestants enrolled in a 16 week coaching programme at Rock It Hot Fitness Studios.

It is being led by the Miss Universe Turks and Caicos Beauty Organisation (MTCUBO) with former Miss Universe Turks and Caicos titleholders Wenieka Ewing and Shaveena Been as instructors.

“Training and coaching are key elements. It is our goal to not only produce a Miss Turks and Caicos beauty queen, but a Miss Universe title winner,” Ewing said.

“We want the finest beauty ambassador to represent us on the international scene.”

She explained that there are an abundance of benefits to be gained from the pageant’s overall experience other than winning prizes and making fabulous appearances.

“We are not only grooming young ladies for a pageant but developing and empowering respectable young ladies of our society,” she said.

“There are six beautiful young caterpillars that will blossom into six beautiful butterflies. This is a journey that will change their lives forever.”

The unveiling of the ‘Sassy Six’ will take place at 10am, January 27, at a meet the press event at Beaches TCI Resort Villages and Spa. The contestants will also feature in TCI Fashion Week - a series of resort, couture and luxury fashion shows that is expected to attract

The disguised ‘Sassy Six’ in training at Rock It Hot fitness studio

international industry experts.

Produced by the Miss Turks and Caicos Universe Beauty Organisation and directed and presented by Saint George Fashion House, the week will be the first of its kind in the TCI. Between March 26 and 29, 2014, event producers will set the stage for cultural expression allowing fashion artists, craftspeople and other

creators to showcase their work.

Pageant contestants will walk in the grand finale fashion show which will take place at Brayton Hall in Providenciales on March 29.

More details can be found at www.tcifw.com.

Then pageant events will take place in full force from April 24 to 26 with a grand motorcade and an

exciting two nights of competitions at Brayton Hall, Providenciales.

A ‘Denim and Diamonds’ fundraising party is scheduled for January 31 at Zanzi Bar and Restaurant.

To view the Miss Turks and Caicos Universe Beauty Organisation’s full calendar of events and for ticket information visit www.misstci.org.

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Grown Ups 2 tops Razzie nominations ADAM Sandler’s hit film Grown Ups 2 leads the nominations at this year’s Razzies, taking eight nominations.

The comedy, about four childhood friends reuniting, took $247m (£150m) at the global box office, but was dubbed “Groan Ups 2” by critics.

It is up for worst picture, sequel, ensemble and screenplay at the Razzies, which launched in 1980 as a spoof of the Oscars.

Box office flops The Lone Ranger and After Earth are also multiple nominees.

Sandler, who wrote and starred in Grown Ups 2, is in the running for worst male in a lead role.

He is no stranger to the Razzies, having taken the worst actor title last year for his role in man-child comedy That’s My Boy. A year before that, Jack and Jill in which Sandler plays biologicallyimpossible identical male and female twins - made Razzie history with a record 10 awards.

The 47-year-old won both the worst actor and actress prizes.

What are the Razzies? Organiser John Wilson explains Grown Ups 2 is a sequel to Sandler’s 2010 film, which brought Sandler back together with US comedy show Saturday Night Live stars Chris Rock, Rob Schneider, and David Spade.

The second instalment was one of the worst-reviewed films of 2013,

Blurred Lines has given Robin Thicke worldwide chart success.

Gaye family settles with Sony/ ATV in Robin Thicke dispute Grown Ups 2 is a sequel to Sandler’s 2010 film.

with an average score of 19 out of a 100, according to review aggregator Metacritic.

“In the first five minutes, a deer walks into the star’s bedroom and urinates on his face. It’s all downhill from there,” wrote Matt Patches in Time Out. Branding the film “slothful” and “indulgent”, Empire Magazine’s Simon Crook criticised its “lumpen slapstick, casual sexism and a smug tone”.

Supporting actors Taylor Lautner, Salma Hayek and director Dennis Dugan are also up for Golden Raspberry Awards.

The other films nominated for worst picture were Johnny Depp’s uneven Wild West adventure The

Lone Ranger; Will Smith’s sci-fi misfire After Earth; Tyler Perry’s holiday comedy A Madea Christmas and comedy anthology Movie 43, featuring the likes of Kate Winslet, Richard Gere, Hugh Jackman and Halle Berry.

After Earth, A Madea Christmas and Movie 43 have six nominations apiece.

The shortlist comes a day before the Oscar nominations, and the Razzies will similarly be handed out a night before the Oscars ceremony on 2 March.

Winners generally fail to show up - although Halle Berry and Sandra Bullock have collected their gold spray-painted prizes in person.

(BBC)

THE family of late soul singer Marvin Gaye has dropped a legal action against Sony/ATV amid claims Robin Thicke’s hit Blurred Lines copied one of his songs.

A Los Angeles judge granted a dismissal of legal action which stated the music company failed to pursue a copyright case against Thicke.

However, the Gayes’ separate case against the chart topper, rapper T.I. and Pharrell Williams remains ongoing.

The artists deny copying Gaye’s 1977 song Got To Give It Up. In a pre-emptive legal action filed last August, they asked a court to rule Blurred Lines did not copy Gaye’s track. The musicians argued there were no more than “commonplace musical elements” between the two songs.

But Gaye’s three children claimed in a counter legal action in October, stating that Thicke had infringed the

copyright of their father’s song After The Dance for his track Love After War. The family claimed damages and a proportion of the profits from Blurred Lines.

The Gayes had accused EMI, a music publisher owned by Sony/ ATV, of failing to protect the late singer’s catalogue, suggesting EMI - which also manages the Thicke copyrights - did not want to stand in the way of the huge hit record, and a conflict of interest had arisen.

The family and the music publisher have now reached a settlement, which has not been made public.

Blurred Lines, which netted Thicke his first number one hit in the US, has sold more than six million copies to date in the United States.

It also spent five weeks at the top of the charts in the UK and became the best-selling single of 2013.

‘Breaking Bad’ gets Golden Globes send-off as ‘Brooklyn’ boosted GOODBYE, “Breaking Bad.” Hello ... “Brooklyn Nine-Nine”?

AMC’s drama about a teacher turned meth kingpin, “Breaking Bad,” capped its celebrated final season with a win for best TV drama at Sunday’s 71st Golden Globes in Beverly Hills. The series was nominated last year but had never won the Globe before.

But maybe the night’s biggest shocker came with the TV comedy prize for “Brooklyn Nine-Nine,” Fox’s new cop spoof starring Andy Samberg, who also scored a headturning coup as lead comedy actor.

“I couldn’t be more surprised,” Samberg told reporters backstage, adding that in his on-camera acceptance speech he had forgotten to thank his parents, not to mention

the Hollywood Foreign Press Assn., which organizes the Globes.

Sunday’s wins could prove crucial for “Brooklyn Nine-Nine,” which has earned generally strong reviews but has struggled in the ratings. Although the September premiere attracted 6.2 million total viewers, only a bit more than half that number have watched episodes since, according to Nielsen. On Sunday, the show was No. 1 in a field of much better known competitors: “Girls,” “Modern Family,” “Parks and Recreation” and “The Big Bang Theory.”

“We’re very stunned, very grateful, very happy,” said “Brooklyn” co-creator Dan Goor backstage. Fox executives will decide in May whether to bring the

Aaron Paul, left, and Bryan Cranston celebrate the Golden Globe win for “Breaking Bad” and Cranston’s win for best actor in a TV drama series. (Lawrence K. Ho / Los Angeles Times)

show back.

“Breaking Bad,” meanwhile, celebrated its Globes victory without having to worry about a renewal.

The show wrapped up its run in September with a finale seen by

more than 10 million total viewers.

The creators are preparing a sequel, “Better Call Saul.”

“The fans have lifted this up to a level that none of us could have predicted,” Bryan Cranston, who

played drug lord Walter White on “Breaking Bad,” told reporters backstage. Cranston also won the lead dramatic actor prize, after going home with nominations but no wins for the role three times previously.

January 18 - 24, 2014

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American Hustle and Gravity lead Oscar’s nominations Mr Gelman will be remembered both for the quality of his poetry and for his determination in finding out what happened to his disappeared family members.

Renowned Argentine poet Juan Gelman, 83, dies in Mexico ARGENTINE poet Juan Gelman has died aged 83 in Mexico City.

He is considered to be one of the greatest authors in Spanish and was awarded the prestigious Cervantes Prize in 2007.

Mr Gelman, a left-wing activist and a guerrilla in Argentina in the 1960s and 1970s, lived in Mexico for 20 years.

He wrote more than 20 books and regular columns for newspapers.

His son and his pregnant daughter-in-law died after

being abducted by the military government in the 1970s.

Official accounts say almost 20,000 people disappeared at the hands of the regime in between 1976 to 1983, but human rights groups say the figure is at least 30,000.

In 1990 Mr Gelman was able to identify his son’s remains, discovering that he had been executed and buried in a barrel filled with sand and cement.

He was never able to find the remains of his daughter-in-law Maria Claudia.

CON drama American Hustle and space movie Gravity lead this year’s Oscar nominations with 10 nods each.

American Hustle was shortlisted in all four acting categories for its stars Christian Bale, Amy Adams, Bradley Cooper and Jennifer Lawrence.

It is also up for best picture alongside Gravity, which earned a best director nod for Alfonso Cuaron and best actress for Sandra Bullock.

12 Years a Slave’s nine nominations included best director and picture.

“I’m just very excited,” British director Steve McQueen told the BBC. “My goodness, nine nominations - a lot of them British.

We worked very hard and we’re privileged to be in this position.”

The film’s stars Chiwetel Ejiofor, Michael Fassbender and Lupita Nyong’o were also nominated in the best actor, supporting actor and supporting actress categories.

British film Philomena is up for four awards, including best picture.

Captain Phillips, 12 Years a Slave, Nebraska, The Wolf of Wall Street, Dallas Buyers Club and Her are also among the nine films nominated for the coveted top award.

In the best director category, David O Russell faces competition from McQueen, Cuaron, Nebraska’s Alexander Payne and Martin Scorsese for The Wolf of Wall Street.

His film American Hustle is only the 15th movie in Oscars’ history to land nominations in the four main acting categories - although no film has ever won all the awards.

Russell achieved the same feat

American Hustle is just the 15th film in Oscar history to land nominations in all four acting categories.

with Silver Linings Playbook last year, when all four of his key actors were nominated - with Lawrence winning best actress.

The director told the BBC he was “humbled” by the nominations.

“You always worry, as sort of the captain, that one of your great performers is not going to get recognised... but you still pray for them all,” he said.

“They all put so much into it and they did it together, so it’s nice none of them got left out.”

It is Adams’s fifth Oscar nomination - and her first in the leading actress category - having previously been nominated for her supporting roles in The Master (2012), The Fighter (2010), Doubt (2008) and Junebug (2005) however she has never collected a statuette to date.

She will compete with Bullock, Cate Blanchett for Blue Jasmine,

Dame Judi Dench for Philomena and Meryl Streep - who scored her 18th Oscar nomination - for August: Osage County.

Dame Judi said: “This is just the loveliest news. I’m so happy for everybody involved, and so proud to have been part of the wonderful experience that Philomena has been.”

The best actor category sees British stars Bale and Ejiofor up against Bruce Dern for Nebraska, Leonardo DiCaprio for The Wolf of Wall Street and Matthew McConaughey for Dallas Buyers Club.

McConaughey, who won a Golden Globe on Sunday for his performance in the Aids drama, said he was “honoured and grateful”.

Britain’s Sally Hawkins is up for best supporting actress for her role in Woody Allen’s Blue Jasmine, alongside Lawrence, Nyong’o, Julia Roberts for August: Osage County and June Squibb for Nebraska.

MacFarlane killed Brian to teach lesson Starring Michael Fassbender, Lupita Nyong’o and Chiwetel Ejiofor, 12 Years a Slave is in the running for 10 Baftas.

12 Years a Slave leads UK box office 12 YEARS a Slave has opened at the top of the UK box office, knocking fellow Oscar hopeful American Hustle into second place.

Steve McQueen’s slavery drama stars Chiwetel Ejiofor as a man kidnapped and forced to work for a brutal slave master, played by Michael Fassbender.

The film took £2.51 million over the weekend while American Hustle, starring Christian Bale,

Amy Adams and Jennifer Lawrence took £1.94 million.

The new Hobbit film was in third place.

The Desolation of Smaug, the second part of The Hobbit trilogy, took £1.5 million at the UK and Ireland box office in its fifth week of release.

Disney’s latest hit animation Frozen was in fourth, taking £1.31 million. (BBC)

WHEN Seth MacFarlane decided it was time to temporarily kill off “Family Guy’s” dog, Brian, he was trying to teach a lesson.

“It reminded people this is still a show where anything that can happen despite the fact it’s been on for awhile,” MacFarlane explained to TV critics at the Television Critics Association’s winter press tour.

With that being the goal, MacFarlane considers the stunt a mission accomplished. But what he didn’t expect is for the viewers to teach him a lesson, too.

When Brian, easily one of “Family Guy’s” best and most beloved characters, was hit by a car and couldn’t be revived, fans lost their minds. Mourning commenced, threats were made and petitions were launched in the name of bringing back the Griffin family’s dog - who, in a cruel twist, had already been replaced by another pooch named Vinnie.

Brian (left) is one of the main characters in the hit TV show.

The sustained outburst “surprised all of us,” MacFarlane said. “We were all very surprised, in a good way, that people still cared enough about that character to be that angry.

We thought it would create a little bit of a stir, but the rage wasn’t

something we counted on.”

In the end, it’s a lesson learned all around. “Family Guy” fans know that even the most revered characters may not be around forever, and MacFarlane knows that the dog has to stay. (CNN)

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Science & Technology Kardashian may file police report against teen who claimed West hit him KIM Kardashian is mulling a counterstrike against the teenager who allegedly called her a “n---er lover” and accused her baby daddy of battery.

The reality TV vixen says the 18-year-old threatened to “beat” her during a racist rant in a Beverly Hills medical building Monday, and that the aggressive behavior made her fear for her physical safety, a wellplaced source told the Daily News on Tuesday.

Kardashian — whose famous fiancé, Kanye West, raced to her aid and allegedly punched the unidentified teen — has been talking with her lawyer and “investigating every option available,” the source said.

“He threatened to hit her. He said, ‘I bet I could beat you,’” the source said, referring to the teenager.

“She’s tiny, and if someone is following you screaming, ‘Slut! N--er lover! C--t,’ you don’t know if you’re dealing with an insane person who will go postal and hurt you,” the source said. “She was so upset, she was crying.”

The source it was not yet clear whether Kardashian would follow up by filing her own police report.

The brunette bombshell had not filed anything as of early Tuesday afternoon, a source in the Beverly Hills Police Department told The

Kim Kardashian claims that the teenager had verbally abused her before West intervened.

News.

Beverly Hills cops rushed to the scene of the alleged Monday melee about 12:15 p.m. and said the alleged victim and witnesses named West as the suspect in a misdemeanor battery.

The teen reportedly dropped the N-word while referring to a group of paparazzi stalking Kardashian outside the Wilshire Boulevard chiropractor’s office and unleashed his bigoted blast on the former sex

tape siren when she scolded him for inappropriate language.

“F--k you b--ch. Just trying to help. Shut up n----r lover, stupid slut,” he allegedly yelled, according to the source.

At some point Kardashian connected with West on her cellphone, and the rapper overheard the vicious verbal assault and Kardashian’s panicked reaction, the source said.

Arctic Monkeys and Haim lead NME awards nominations ARCTIC Monkeys have topped this year’s NME Award nominations with eight nods, followed by Californian all-sister trio Haim, who have six.

Arctic Monkeys, who topped the chart with their fifth album AM, are up for best British band and best album.

They compete with Haim, who were the BBC’s Sound of 2013, in the best live band category.

Punk band Pussy Riot are also nominated for “hero of the year” following their imprisonment in Russia.

Two of the band’s members Nadezhda Tolokonnikova and Maria Alyokhina were jailed in August 2012 after performing a protest song in Moscow’s main cathedral.

Their release last month is also nominated in the NME’s “music moment of the year” category.

Accordingly, Russian President Vladimir Putin is also shortlisted for “villain of the year” - putting him up against Miley Cyrus, Robin Thicke and One Direction’s Harry

Ross, 25, told reporters that Simpson is ‘the one’ for him at a red carpet event in November. He apparently popped the question on Monday. (Jason Merrit photo)

Ashlee Simpson, Evan Ross announce engagement on Twitter

Haim (top) and Arctic Monkeys (bottom) both featured in the NME’s top 50 albums of 2013.

Styles, for possibly the first and last time.

British Prime Minister David Cameron and comedian / revolutionary Russell Brand also feature in the villain category.

Back in the realms of music, Queens Of The Stone Age, Lily Allen and Arcade Fire are each in the running for three prizes - with Allen

receiving two of her nominations for the single Hard Out Here, which mocks the sexism rife in modern pop.

Dance duo Disclosure, who topped last week’s Brit Award nominations, are nominated for best British band, alongside Foals, Palma Violets, Biffy Clyro, Two Door Cinema Club and Arctic Monkeys.

ASHLEE Simpson is preparing to walk down the aisle a second time!

Jessica Simpson’s younger sister said yes to boyfriend Evan Ross’s proposal, she confirmed on Twitter Monday night.

“My baby love and I are ENGAGED!!!” Simpson, 29, wrote. “Hallelujah Hawaii!!!”

Ross, 25, who will appear in the upcoming “The Hunger Games: Mockingjay” movies, also tweeted his excitement.

“The love of my life said YES!!!!!!”

He is also the son of legendary singer Diana Ross, with whom Simpson was seen getting close to at a party in August, after the

couple went public with their romance in July — according to People magazine.

Ross has boldly declared that the “Pieces of Me” singer is “the one” for him.

“I’m so in love, and we’ve got amazing things going on,” he told Yahoo Insider at the “Hunger Games: Catching Fire” premiere in November.

“We inspire each other.”

Simpson is clearly inspired enough to plunge into another marriage. The singer was previously married to Fall Out Boy bassist Pete Wentz, with whom she has a 5-year-old son named Bronx Mowgli Wentz.

(NYDailynews.com)

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Science & Technology Three new planets found, and one orbits a ‘twin’ of our sun Lifting weights helps maintain muscle mass.

Weightlifting ‘cuts diabetes risk in women’

WOMEN who pump iron in the gym cut their risk of developing diabetes, say researchers.

The findings come from a study that tracked the health of nearly 100,000 US nurses over a period of eight years.

Lifting weights, doing pressups or similar resistance exercises to give the muscles a workout was linked with a lower risk of diabetes, the work in PLoS Medicine shows.

Adults are already advised to do such exercise at least twice a week.

The benefit seen in the study was on top of any gained from doing aerobic workouts that exercise the heart and lungs - something which adults are meant to do for at least 150 minutes a week.

Women who engaged in at least 150 minutes a week of aerobic activity and at least an hour a week of muscle-strengthening activities had the most substantial risk reduction compared with inactive women. They cut their odds of developing type 2 diabetes by a third.

Experts already know that regular

aerobic exercise, such as jogging, brisk walking or swimming, can help stave off type 2 diabetes.

The latest work suggests adding resistance training to exercise regimes - something already recommended by the NHS - will give further protection.

The Harvard Medical School researchers point out that their work is not perfect - it looked at only nurses who were mostly Caucasian and relied on the study participants reporting how much exercise they did rather than directly measuring it.

But they say their findings chime with similar results they already have for men.

They believe the explanation may be partly down to maintaining a greater muscle mass to act as a buffer against diabetes.

Type 2 diabetes develops when the insulin-producing cells in the body are unable to produce enough insulin, or when the insulin that is produced does not work properly.

Insulin enables the body to use sugar as energy and store any excess in the liver and muscle.

IT’S rare for astronomers to spot a planet in a star cluster. That’s partly why a cluster called Messier 67 is so special: We now know that it has three planets orbiting stars.

Even more exciting: One these planets orbits a star called YBP1194 that is so similar to our sun that scientists call it a “solar twin.” The results are described in a study in the journal Astronomy & Astrophysics.

A solar twin is similar to the sun in mass, temperature and chemical abundances. This particular star is the first solar twin found in a cluster that has a planet, astronomers say.

The lack of planets found in star clusters before had been puzzling because, astronomers say, most stars are born in clusters.

“These results demonstrate that planets can form and survive in a dense cluster environment, where strong interactions with other stars are supposed to be present,” said study co-authors Anna Brucalassi and Luca Pasquini in an e-mail.

We won’t be visiting Messier 67, home to about 500 stars, anytime soon. It’s also a Milky Way resident, like us. But the cluster is about 2,500 light-years away from Earth, in the constellation Cancer. One light year is nearly 6 trillion miles.

Open clusters such as this one are much more dense in terms of how close together stars are than the neighborhood of our sun, said Sara Seager, professor of planetary science and physics at Massachusetts Institute of Technology, who was not involved in the study.

“It’s great to see progress made in finding planets in stellar environments different from our

This illustration shows one of the three newly discovered planets in the star cluster Messier 67.

local solar neighbourhood,” Seager said in an e-mail.

Researchers used an instrument called HARPS, which is part of the European Southern Observatory’s 3.6-meter telescope, at the La Silla Observatory in Chile. Other instruments, located in a variety of international locations, provided data that supplemented these results.

Scientists looked at 88 stars in the cluster for six years, checking for signs of planets. Specifically, they wanted to see whether the stars appeared to be moving toward and away from Earth, as this would indicate orbiting planets. This method of finding planets is called the radial velocity method.

These observations suggest the presence of three planets in the cluster. Two of them orbit stars that resemble the sun and have at least 33% of the mass of Jupiter. It takes one of these planets seven days to orbit its host star (“YBP1194”), and the other one five days to orbit its

sun, which is called YBP1514.

The third planet orbits a red giant star, called S364, which is more massive and more evolved than our sun. That planet is more massive than Jupiter and takes 122 days to go around its host star.

These are not good candidates for habitable homes, however.

Liquid water could not exist on any of these planets, astronomers say, because they are too close to their host stars.

There are two main types of star clusters: Open clusters and globular clusters. When a single cloud of gas and dust forms a group of stars, that is an open cluster. Globular clusters, on the other hand, are larger groups of older stars, orbiting around a galaxy’s center.

More than 1,000 planets have been identified outside our solar system; they are called “exoplanets.”

But astronomers have not found any planets in globular clusters, and less than 10 in open clusters.

Brain blow leaves life-long dangers A MAJOR analysis of survivors shows injuries to the head can leave victims susceptible to early death even years later through impaired judgement.

Those with a history of psychiatric disorders before the injury are most at risk of dying prematurely.

The study, in JAMA Psychiatry, of 40 years of data on more than two million people, showed that overall a brain injury trebled the risk.

Suicide and fatal injuries were among the commonest causes of early death.

More than one million people in Europe are taken to hospital with a traumatic brain injury each year.

The study, by researchers at the University of Oxford and the Karolinska Institute in Stockholm, looked at Swedish medical records

between 1969 and 2009.

TREATABLE ILLNESSES They followed patients who survived the initial six-month danger period after injury.

The data showed that without injury 0.2% of people were dying prematurely - before the age of 56.

However, the premature-death rate was three-fold higher in patients who had previously suffered traumatic brain injury.

In those who also had a psychiatric disorder the rate soared to 4%.

Dr Seena Fazel, one of the researchers in Oxford, said: “There are these subgroups with really high rates, and these are potentially treatable illnesses, so this is something we can do something about.”

JUDGEMENT AFFECTED Common causes of premature death among those who had suffered previous brain injury included suicide, being a victim of assault or suffering fatal injuries, for example in a car crash.

It is thought that the injury causes permanent damage to neural networks in the brain and can alter people’s judgement and ability to deal with new situations.

Prof Huw Williams, the codirector of the centre for clinical neuropsychology research at the University of Exeter, said: “The mortality rates are like a reverseiceberg - they’re the most awful outcome, but the rates of depression and anxiety are huge in the brain injury population.

“People with head injury need

Injury can cause vessels to bleed, compressing the brain.

monitoring all the time in case they become suicidal.”

Dr Richard Greenwood, a consultant neurologist at Homerton Hospital in London, said post-

mortem examinations showed 2% of people had evidence of brain injury, and his children were not allowed to play rugby because of the risk to the brain. (BBC)

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ALBERT’S CLEANING SERVICE

Is looking for a

FOR RENT Labourer

3-bedroom apartment $1100.00 per month it will be available May 1st.

contact: 946-4664

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

contact: 243-7785

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9367

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January 18 - 24, 2014

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9364

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contact: 243-7785

9526

Construction scaffold and roof tiles for sale CONTACT: 431-1591 OR 231-3788

January 18 - 24, 2014

PELICAN BAY RESTAURANT

ANTHONY GARLAND Is looking for a

labourer

Is looking for a

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To work 6 days per week salary $5.00 per hour.

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contact: 231-1689

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9381

BLUE HAVEN MANAGEMENT

• This job entails long hours on property fixing and servicing all kinds of general building items • Includes gardening, small repairs in woodwork, electrical and plumbing, testing and diagnosing A/C, stereo, TV, intercom and gate problems • Candidate must be very mechanical, computer literate and quite presentable as they frequently interact with international guests and owners • Salary $10.00 per hour

Is looking to fill the following position:

WAITRESS • Salary $9.00 per hour • Must have at least 3-5 years experience • Must have excellent customer service • Must be able to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays Interested persons can:

C & J LABOUR AND IMMIGRATION CONSULTANCY SERVICES

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Acting on behalf of their clients is looking to fill the following positions: Marie Pierre Devil

Dishwasher To work 6 days per week salary $6.00 per hour Contact: 946-5278 9352

salary $7.00 per hour.

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9346

domestic worker To work 6 days per week salary $5.00 per hour.

contact: 247-8669

9326

barbers To work 6 days per week salary $150.00 per week.

contact: 231-0882

Bayview Motors Ltd., P.O. Box 619, Leeward Highway, Providenciales

CAICOS CAFÉ

Finish carpenters/ furniture Must be able to read drawings

is looking for 2

Who will responsible for the daily maintenance of the building, stocking of shelves and any other duty that may be assigned to you.

• This individual must possess the following: • Adequate tools to perform his duties • Must be able to work with little or no supervision • Must be computer literate • Must be able to work weekends • Must possess a valid driver’s license Please submit all application between 9am-5pm Monday-Friday

9369

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Contact: Louise Peterson at 231-1988 9358

YARD LABOURER WANTED, A YARD LABOURER AT CAICOS MARINA AND SHIPYARD.

Requirements: • Must have proven experience hauling and blocking boats in correct areas on blocks and stands • General understanding of boat construction • Keen attention to detail • Self motivated • Ability to work some weekends and holidays Duties Include: Cleaning the facilities, landscaping, greasing machinery, washing boats, pressure washing boat bottoms, sanding and painting boat bottoms using antifouling paint.

Application: Applications must be submitted in writing and delivered by hand to Caicos Marina and Shipyard, Long Bay Highway, Providenciales. Prior experience working at a marina would be a plus. Salary paid at hourly rate of $7.00. Closing date for applications is 3rd February, 2014

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TURKS & CAICOS ISLANDS GOVERNMENT

VACANCY

January 18 - 24, 2014

TURKS & CAICOS ISLANDS GOVERNMENT

Guidance Counsellor Education Department, Ministry of Education, South Caicos

VACANCY

Curriculum Development Officer

Education Department, Ministry of Education, Grand Turk PURPOSE OF JOB:

PURPOSE OF JOB:

To coordinate the development, implementation and delivery and revision of Mainstream Education Curriculum, Technical and Vocational Curricula, Special Education Curricula, including Curricula for gifted students, and ensure that assessment procedures consistent with the various curricula, are conducted and constantly monitored at both Primary and Secondary levels.

This is a professional position which has unit level responsibility to help students overcome problems that impede learning and to assist them in making educational, occupational and life plans that hold promise for their personal fulfillment as mature and responsible men and women.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Register students new to the school and orient them to school procedures and the school’s varied opportunities for learning • Aid students in course and subject selection • Work to resolve student’s educational challenges • Work to discover and develop special abilities of students • Counsel with students on an individual or group basis in the resolution of personal problems related to attendance, home and family relations, health and emotional adjustment.

• Work with students to achieve academic success by means of individual or group conferences concerning attendance, study skills, progress reports, grades, promotion, appropriate placement and high school graduation results • Work to prevent students from dropping out of school • Work closely with special programmes established by the Ministry of Education such as special education staffing and Individualised Education Programme (IEP) conferences.

• Adhere to all Public Service codes, rules and regulations

• Liaises with school administrators to identify curricula needs, and plans to effect the necessary changes to the curricula • Coordinates the development of curricula for any new or expected educational programs and revises curricula for existing programs for both primary and secondary levels.

• Coordinates the local adoption and purchase of textbooks to complement and revised or newly developed curricula.

• Closely monitors the implementation of newly revised or developed curricula and give guidance where difficulties may be experienced.

• Plans and directs staff development activities to meet teachers’ needs, which may evolve as a result of any newly developed curricula.

• Constantly seeks to improve the quality of curricular offerings to address the needs of all children.

• Works constructively in securing staff involvement and support for the development and implementation of instructional changes.

• Organizes production and design of curriculum materials.

• Performs any other duty as may from time to time be delegated by the Director of Education.

• Adhere to all Public Service codes, rules and regulations

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• A Bachelor’s degree in Guidance and Counselling is essential.

• A diploma in education and/or a Bachelor’s degree in social work or psychology is desirable.

• The position requires a minimum of three (3) years working in a school in a related field to be able to respond effectively to the challenges of the job.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• A first degree in a specialized subject area.

• A Master’s Degree in Curriculum Development • Must have at least three (3) years working in the field of curriculum.

SALARY:

SALARY:

HOW TO APPLY

HOW TO APPLY

$27,840.00 - $31,020.00 per annum

$35,040.00 per annum

Resumes with current contact information must be accompanied by a Cover Letter, two letters of reference (one preferably from a former employer), copies of educational certificates, a Police Certificate and a copy of the Passport photo page. Current serving officers must apply through their Heads of Department.

Resumes with current contact information must be accompanied by a Cover Letter, two letters of reference (one preferably from a former employer), certified copies of educational certificates, a Police Certificate and a copy of the Passport photo page.

Current serving officers must apply through their Heads of Department.

Applications should be addressed to the Office of the Human Resource Management Directorate, Church Folly, Grand Turk and submitted by Facsimile: 649-946-1582 or sent by email to: recruitment@gov.tc with the subject line being: Guidance Counsellor Application. Envelopes should have the subject: Guidance Counsellor Application marked on the front.

Applications should be addressed to The Director, Office of the Human Resource Management Directorate, Church Folly, Grand Turk and submitted by Facsimile: 649946-1582 or sent by email to: recruitment@gov.tc with the subject line being: Curriculum Development Officer Application. Envelopes should have the subject: Curriculum Development Officer Application marked on the front.

Deadline: January 29th, 2014

Deadline: January 29th, 2014

APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE PROCESSED WITHOUT THE SUBMISSION OF ALL REQUESTED DOCUMENTS

APPLICATIONS

ONLY SUITABLE CANDIDATES WILL BE ACKNOWLEDGED

WILL NOT BE PROCESSED WITHOUT THE SUBMISSION OF ALL REQUESTED DOCUMENTS

ONLY SUITABLE CANDIDATES WILL BE ACKNOWLEDGED 9371

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January 18 - 24, 2014 GLOBAL SERVICES LTD. Is looking for a

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ISLAND SPORTIQUE Is looking for a part-time

sales technician clerk To work 6 days per week salary $10.00 per hour.

contact: 331-1809 9346

Salary $5.00 per hour contact: 941-8233 between the hours of 8am-1pm

LOCAL SAND TOP QUALITY LEWIS WALKIN

232-7317 or 242-1222

9537

NATIONAL COLONY REALTY Is looking for a

labourer To work 5 days per week salary $5.00 per hour. contact: 431-5723

9368

NOTICE I Jerome Carlton Brown is no longer responsible for ATLGRACE JEAN BROWN and will not be responsible for any bills occurred on her behalf

9537

DOMESTIC WORKER/ GARDENER Working hours: 8 hours per day. Wages: $5.50 per hour. Must be able to clean yard, wash vehicles. Small maintenance around the property, operate small machines (lawnmower, cutter, blower). Work on weekends if necessary

Contact: Neon Holdings Ltd. Tel: 649-941-7923 During working hours

9363

PABLO BARBER SHOP & BEAUTY SALON Is looking for a

barber To work 6 days per week salary $6.00 per hour.

contact: 2470187 or 242-5713

9353

TURKS & CAICOS ISLANDS GOVERNMENT

VACANCY Teacher

Education Department, Ministry of Education, South Caicos and Providenciales Applications are invited for teaching positions in the Education System of the Turks and Caicos Islands, in the areas as listed: Primary Level • Reading Specialist – South Caicos • Physical Education- Providenciales PURPOSE OF THE JOB: This is a professional position which has responsibility for the instruction and supervision of students in primary schools.

TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Teach all areas of the primary curriculum • Take responsibility for the progress of a class of primary students • Supervising and disciplining students as required • Organise the classroom and learning resources to create a positive learning environment • Motivate students with enthusiastic, imaginative presentations/lessons • Plan, prepare and present lessons that cater for the needs of the whole ability range within the class • Maintain discipline • Prepare and mark assignments, class work, and projects to facilitate positive student development • Meet requirements for the assessment and recording of students' development • Prepare students for national examinations • Provide feedback to parents on student’s progress at parents’ evenings and other meetings • Coordinate activities and resources within a specific area of the curriculum and support colleagues in delivering of this specialist area • Work with others to plan and coordinate work • Stay up to date with changes and developments in the primary curriculum and child development • Coordinate field trips and facilitate additional learning experiences for students • Take part in school events and activities which may take place on weekends or in the evenings • Liaise with colleagues and work flexibly,

particularly in smaller schools • Engaging in continuing professional development activities whether self-directed or initiated by the school/Ministry of Education • Work with parents and the department and sister agencies to maximize the involvement in the school and the development of the resources of the school • Adhere to all Public Service codes, rules and regulations • Perform other related tasks as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE • A bachelor's degree in education with a speciality in primary or relevant academic discipline AND • A teacher's certificate or diploma (The certificate or diploma may be encompassed in the degree).

• Minimum of one (1) year’s teaching practice experience in a classroom setting at the primary school level For Vocational Teachers • An industry standard qualification (e.g. City and Guilds) in a relevant vocational discipline AND • A teacher's certificate or diploma AND • Associated vocational experience of a minimum of three (3) years SALARY: $27,840.00 - $31,020.00 HOW TO APPLY Resumes with current contact information must be accompanied by a Cover Letter, two letters of reference (one preferably from a former employer), certified copies of educational certificates, a Police Certificate and a copy of the Passport photo page.

Current serving officers must apply through their Heads of Department.

Applications should be addressed to The Director, Office of the Human Resource Management Directorate, Church Folly, Grand Turk and submitted by Facsimile: 649-9461582 or sent by email to: recruitment@gov.tc with the subject line or envelope referencing your area of interest.

Deadline: January 29th, 2014

APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE PROCESSED WITHOUT THE SUBMISSION OF ALL REQUESTED DOCUMENTS ONLY SUITABLE CANDIDATES WILL BE ACKNOWLEDGED 9372

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CONSTRUCTION

TURQUOISE LANDSCAPING LTD.

MANAGER

Is looking to hire a:-

HORTICULTURIST

• Salary $500.00 per week • Must have a minimum of 10 years landscaping experience at a commercial level • Must have a degree in horticulture and be familiar with all aspects of tropical landscaping • Must have specialized knowledge of fertilizers and insecticides • Must be willing to carry out work such as heavy lifting, digging, weeding, trimming and plant waste removal • Must be willing to work weekends, holidays and long hours in an outdoor environment • Must have a clean police record and a TCI drivers license

Essential Duties: • Manage all aspects of construction projects, includes hands-on work of all trades involved • Mange crews and set up materials for next day • Responsible for order and delivery of all materials needed for project • Work with vendor’s local and internationally • Problem solves and move quickly to resolve • Interacts with owners and workers in a timely and professional manner

GARDENERS/ LABOURERS

• Starting salary $5.50 per hour • Must have previous gardening experience and be familiar with landscaping equipment such as lawn mowers etc.

• Must be willing to carry out work such as heavy lifting, digging, weeding, trimming and plant waste removal • Must be willing to work weekends and holidays • Must have a clean police record

Please contact: 332-4280 to arrange an interview

9317

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

Skills: • Must be proficient in all trades including but not limited to; heavy equipment operation, heavy truck driving and clean record, heavy equipment mechanic, all construction trades • Strong communication skills and interpersonal skills, ability to speak, and write fluently in English • Bachelor’s Degree in related field with minimum of 10 years experience • Minimum 5 years experience as general contractor • Strong leadership skills • Self-starter, motivated with great work ethics • Thorough knowledge of building trades and codes including plumbing and electrical • Dependable and professional in appearance and demeanor • Computer proficient Working Hours: • Frequent standing, walking, climbing, bending and heavy lifting • May be subject to extreme heat, noise, dust, fumes, dirt and grease • Ability to travel locally, regionally, and internationally • Working hours may be extended to evenings, weekends and holidays

Closing date: January 15th, 2014

Contact: 245-0027 or 346-3702

DUNCANSON & CO.

the largest readership in the turks & caicos

Barristers & Attorneys

PUBLIC NOTICE

Shop Foreman Wanted

DUNCANSON & CO. Barristers & Attorneys are pleased to announce the re-opening of our Leeward Highway Office for ongoing legal services to the public. We are located in our own building across the street from the Supreme Court complex, next door to the offices of TC Weekly News and between that and the St. Monica's Anglican Church.

Job Description - supervises various job repairs & projects in shop and onsite - repair & maintain electrical and mechanical aspects of shop machinery - communicate with customers regarding job repairs - ensure a safe working environment - supervise & work closely with shop staff to design, build and repair customer jobs & projects - maintains active role in working on customer related jobs & projects - manages shop consumables and all purchasing / ordering.

- supervises daily machine shop activities, workflow scheduling and quality procedures to ensure a safe working environment.

We specialize in:

Position Requirements - welding certification - working knowledge in welding aluminum, stainless steel & steel.

- minimum of 5 years experience in a repair shop facility and welding aluminum - working knowledge of machining type equipment such as lathe, grinder machine, welding machines, etc - highly motivated individual who is capable of exhibiting good judgment and work independently on scheduled projects - ability to verify the dimensions precisely of parts and installation of components, using measuring instruments such as a micrometer, calipers, and electronic gauges - familiarity with and the ability to understand, interpret, modify and correct mechanical, and or blueprint, drawings of instrumentation designs

Telephone: (649) 941-4444 Telefax: (649) 941-4235 Cellphone: (649) 245-1314 email: berynd@yahoo.com

• Civil Litigation (Particular competencies: Judicial Review and other claims against TCI Government/Departments, Mareva and other Injunctions, Land, Trust & Bank disputes) • Property Matters, Planning Department & Development Issues • Business Law • Immigration • Labour Disputes

DUNCANSON & CO. Barristers & Attorneys

PO Box 52, Cheshire House East 1315A Leeward Highway, Providenciales

Wage: Based on applicants experience and qualifications

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

INTERESTED APPLICANTS can contact Tibor’s Machine Shop 941-5802. Email cover letter outling your interest and supporting experience in a particular position along with your resume to tibor@express.tc. Belonger need only apply 9332

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January 18 - 24, 2014 LOOKING FOR

MECHANIC & DOMESTIC WORKER $13 & $5 Applicants must call 649 946-5919 Monday to Saturday 7.45 to 5pm P.O. Box 1125, South Dock Rd, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands Phone (649) 946-5919/ (649) 245-2897 Fax (649) 941-7935 9324

labourer butcher

To work 5 days per week salary $5.00 per hour. contact: 232-6546 9327

Is looking for a

contact: 231-1199

9320

contact: 946-4664

delivery driver With own transportation who is interested in making extra cash.

Contact: 231-3788

contact: 941-4667 THE VENETIAN RESORT

Is seeking to hire a

Is looking for a

9388

Must have at least 5 years experience.

Must be willing to work 6 days per week.

Salary $6.00 per hour.

Contact: 941-3512

TOUCH OF BLISS Is looking for a

Cosmetologist with 10 years experience Should be able to do:

• Bridal Styles • Highlights/ Low Lites • Relax • Color • Cut blow dry with brush • Pedicures and Manicures

Salary 45.00 per hour For information contact: Georgette Dallas 242-3439 9319

FULL & PARTTIME TEACHERS for the following areas: Cook ESL Specialist Culinary Arts

Ideal candidates must hold at least a training diploma kindly submit resume to: admin@tcips.com deadline for applications is January 20th, 2014

Requirements: • • • • • •

Is able to work independently.

Is flexible with regard to time shifts.

Can carry heavy loads of linens around the hotel to the laundry section.

Is not hesitant to work on holidays and prolonged shifts if required.

Is customer friendly.

Is friendly with equipment and is able to operate them well.

The job duties may be as follows:

is seeking

English Language English Literature Home Economics Home Management

JOB OPPORTUNITY Laundry Attendant

is looking for a

9534

To work 6 days per week salary $7.00 per hour.

THE WINE CELLAR

9316

TCIPS HIGH SCHOOL

per week salary $6.00 per hour. contact: 343-6631

9323

Send resume to: discount@tciway.tc

MARTHA BEAUTY SALON & BOUTIQUE

hairstylist To work 6 days

contact: 941-8010

To work 5 ½ days per week salary $6.00 per hour. Hours: 8:30am6:30pm some extra hours maybe required

3-bedroom apartment $1100.00 per month it will be available May 1st.

Is looking for a Part-time

To work 5 days per week salary $6.00 per hour.

plumber

Labourer MASSEUSE

FOR RENT

FLOWER GIRL

THE TUSCANY RESORT Is looking for a

Is looking for a

Is looking for a

ELDON RODRIQUEZ GARCIA

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

PIZZA PIZZA A TASTE OF ITALY

PAULAMAE MISSICK

• Washing, drying, ironing and folding the collected linens.

• Delivering the same cloth collected from guest and from different department to the respective places respectively.

• Maintaining a record of the inventory of cleaning products.

• Maintaining cleanliness in all rooms and the entire given section of duty.

• Should respond to the request of the guests, supervisors and, management in an efficient and timely manner.

• Should maintain hygiene of the working equipment and the laundry cart.

Qualified Belongers need only to apply Salary Range: Commensurate based on qualification and experience

9323

Qualified persons can contact: Veronica CLARE Human Resources Manager , Grace Bay P: 1.649.946.5050 | veronica.clare@gracebayclub.com

9318

EXPRESS EQUIPMENT

domestic worker

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HOUSEMAN

DIVE PROVO

Hours will vary depending on occupancy levels evening and weekend shifts will be part of the schedule applicants must be able to speak, read and write English to a level that will enable communication with guests police clearance required for all applicants salary $6.00 per hour email to alliedmanagement@usa.net or 946-5866

EXPERIENCED SCUBA INSTRUCTOR

Required for inside and outside cleaning duties: some heavy lifting

9340

Is looking for an

TURKS & CAICOS ISLANDS GOVERNMENT VACANCY

Principal -High School

Salary: $20,000-$24,000 Contact: ALAN

JARDINE 946-5029

9343

NOTICE OF SALE BY PUBLIC AUCTION 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 Island

Education Department, Ministry of Education, Providenciales PURPOSE OF JOB:

This is a senior professional position which has responsibility for managing and supervising a co-education institution. The job holder is required to ensure that discipline is maintained among the academic and student body and to prepare and manage the school’s annual budget and supply inventory. The position is responsible for the cost centre operations.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • • • • • •

1. Parcel 10401\268 East Suburbs, Grand Turk.

The property is an ocean view corner lot at 0.31 acres, located at a residential community on to the eastern shores of Grand Turk. The property consists of a two storey residence where the lower floor comprises of two bedrooms 2 bathrooms and a separate one bedroom apartment. The upper floor provides three additional bed rooms and three bathrooms and an office/entertainment room. Other improvements include a covered balcony and separate laundry building. Registered Proprietor: Lydia E. Henfield

• • • • •

2. Parcel 10401\372 Breezy Brea, Grand Turk.

This is an Ocean Front property located at the unmade northern section of Breezy Brea in a residential community of Grand Turk. The property consist of a one and a half storey residence where the upper floor comprises of the main living area, four bedrooms and two bathrooms, together with an open deck. The lower floor provides two separate one bedroom apartments and a covered deck. Registered Proprietor: Cindy Williams & Bernadette Glinton

• • •

3. Parcel 10303\09 Central, Grand Turk.

•

The property is located in the Central section of the Island in a residential area of Grand Turk.

This property consists of a residential corner lot of 0.60 acres surrounding a single-storey building which comprises of two bedrooms, one bathroom and a kitchen/living/dining area.

Registered Proprietor: Shyvonne P. Missick

• •

Promote and seek to sustain parent and community interest in school activities Develop, motivate and lead all staff to achieve the highest professional standards Liaise with the Heads of Department in the implementation of the curriculum Make necessary referral where students may require professional counselling Maintain accurate records on school events and incidents that may occur at the school Build a collaborative learning culture within the school and actively engage with other secondary schools and primary schools and other agencies to build effective learning communities Guided by the Ministry policies, articulate the goals and philosophy of the school Assist with the annual registration of pupils and assign pupils to classes based on age and cognitive ability Prepare the school’s budget and ensure compliance Lead in the delivery of a national curriculum in a way which inspires and engages all pupils Ensure a consistent and continuous school-wide focus on pupil assessment and achievement, using appropriate data and benchmarks to set, monitor, track and evaluate individual pupil progress Ensure that the academic staff deliver lessons to a range of classes including putting up displays in the classroom Lead in the delivery of a national curriculum in a way which inspires and engages all pupils Ensure a consistent and continuous school-wide focus on pupil assessment and achievement, using appropriate data and benchmarks to set, monitor, track and evaluate individual pupil progress Ensure that the academic staff deliver lessons to a range of classes including putting up displays in the classroom Perform other related tasks as assigned.

Adhere to all Public Service codes, rules and regulations

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• A master's degree in education administration/leadership or relevant management qualification in addition to a teacher’s certificate or diploma is essential.

• This position requires experience in the education field for more than eight (8) years with at least five (5) years in an educational leadership role, to respond effectively to the challenges of the job.

4. Parcel 60003\14 North West and North Central, Providenciales.

This property forms part of Phase One of the Priton Home affordable housing scheme and consist of three bed rooms, two bathrooms, one kitchen/dining room, one living room, and a utility. Additional improvements include an open front porch.

Registered Proprietor: Karlene A. Atkinson & Ian O. Atkinson

SALARY:

5. Parcel 60902\235 Leeward Going Through, Providenciales.

$32,520.00 - $37,500.00 per annum

This property is situated in a block of four town home condominiums located in Leeward Landing Townhomes Development. The building unit #3 is a two storey townhome consisting of two bedrooms, two and a half bathrooms, a living/ dining and kitchen, one laundry room and storage. The building also includes screened decks at rear of first and second floor and front porch onto the living room and master bedroom.

Registered Proprietor: Michelle L. Swann

HOW TO APPLY

Resumes with current contact information must be accompanied by a Cover Letter, two letters of reference (one preferably from a former employer), certified copies of educational certificates, a Police Certificate and a copy of the Passport photo page.

Current serving officers must apply through their Heads of Department.

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 24th day of January 2014.

A reserve price will be fixed on all parcels. A deposit of 10% is due immediately upon all accepted bids.

Applications should be addressed to The Director, Office of the Human Resource Management Directorate, Church Folly, Grand Turk and submitted by Facsimile: 649-946-1582 or sent by email to: recruitment@gov.tc with the subject line being: Principal Application. Envelopes should have the subject: Principal Application marked on the front.

Terms and Conditions of Sale by Auction are available by request from Scotiabank Collections Department (649) 339-7100.

Deadline: January 29th, 2014

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APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE PROCESSED WITHOUT THE SUBMISSION OF ALL REQUESTED DOCUMENTS ONLY SUITABLE CANDIDATES WILL BE ACKNOWLEDGED 9370

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IDEAL PETROLEUM Is looking for a

Pelican Beach Hotel on North Caicos Is looking for one

Domestic Worker

labourer

Must be able to work holidays and weekends. Interested persons should contact: Pelican Beach Hotel

To work 6 days per week salary $400.00 per week.

Tel: 946-7112

contact: 946-5663 9344

MARCUS LIGHTBOURNE Is looking for a

security nanny/ babysitter

To work 5 days per week salary $5.00 per hour. contact: 242-0521

9327

9333

HYNETTA FORBES Is looking for a

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

Contact: 243-4272

Amazing Value!

Lot for Sale

PRICE SLASHED

In Gated/Planned Community in Long Bay. Flamingo Crossing lot comes with full set of House Plans, all underground utilities, etc.

$175,000 $49,999 o.b.o.

Call 231-3788

9347

PRICE SLASHED FOR QUICK SALE

$180,000 CASH! House and ½ Acre land Richmond Hill 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Fully furnished

Call: 231-3788

ATTORNEY

We seek a highly qualified Attorney-At-Law who has been called to the English Bar and/or a Solicitor of the Supreme Court of England and Wales with ability to practice in the Turks and Caicos. Must possess a Bachelor of Laws Degree and hold 15 years of practical experience in litigation, commercial law, intellectual property law, corporate law, insolvency law, property and internet law. Candidate must have the ability to initiate, thoroughly advise on, prepare and plead litigious matters. Previous extensive experience within the Caribbean is required and the applicant has to be a member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners.

Salary will commensurate with experience.

ONLY BELONGERS NEED APPLY. Send resumes to info@karammissick.com on or before January 20, 2014. Please, no calls or unscheduled visits.

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POSITION AVAILABLE 1st JULY, 2014

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 and workable knowledge of massages. 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 231-1092 Mon to Fri between hrs of 10am and 5pm. Resumes/ certificates and references required.

Applications must be received by 7TH February, 2014.

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POSITION AVAILABLE

Audio/Video Editor Main Purpose of Job:

Responsible for Preparing programs for television, advertisements, titles and graphics

Essential Duties:

• Editing film/footage to the exact final length • Responsible for creative materials liaising with the creative team, graphic designer and the Marketing Director to ensure smooth and efficient delivery.

• Responsible for accuracy and consistency of written, visual and web materials.

• Work with various offices to produce production schedules for creative proofs and liaise with international offices.

Experience, Qualifications and Skills: • Certificate or Diploma related to video editing • Eight or more years experience in Television Broadcasting (must possess relevant certification) with good production/trafficking skills and be able to work in a fast paced environment.

• Skilful operator of Audio/Video Editing Systems working on both online and offline materials as well as on special communication projects • Knowledge of TV, Camera, and Lighting for Quality Control, Animations • Production experience, good interpersonal skills and creative ability, good storytelling skills, a methodical mind, and ability to communicate well.

• Ability to meet deadlines and have strong organizational skills as well as an eye for detail.

• Management skills would be an asset.

• Required to work evenings, weekends and holidays

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Use measuring and diagnostic tools to test, adjust, and repair Electronic Equipment.

• Read Work Orders that describe equipment failures • Must be able to liaise with Equipment Manufacturers/Operators to resolve equipment related problems inclusive of the ability to read schematic drawings and other written specifications.

• Visit nodes and sites within a network to identify and resolve network performance issues or outages to ensure such unforeseen issues are resolved in the quickest possible time to ensure the network up-time is maintained at or near 99.999% • Perform regular maintenance work on clients Communication Devices as well as periodic work to maintain the wireless networks.

• Must be able to build and maintain secure websites and mail server systems.

• Candidate must be able to work long hours and on demand • Salary negotiable

Turks and Caicos Islander Applicants preferred.

Stubbs Diamond Plaza #66 Sibonne Rd. Unit #3 Email: kay@acltci.tc

Salary $8.00 per hour based salary $500.00 per week. Must be willing to work 6 days per week.

Contact: 649-345-7512

9504

1. Parcel 60504\148 Blue Hills & Stammers Run, Providenciales.

This property comprises of a single storey residential development on an elevated lot. This accommodation comprises of a three bedroom, three bathroom residence with open plan dining/living areas and kitchen.

Registered Proprietor: Nigel Augustus Lindsay

9906

Field Technician • Bs Mechanical Engineering. BS Information Technology. Advanced formal training in Telecommunications • Must be competent and knowledgeable and able to maintain the infrastructure – hardware and software - integral to a complex Wireless Communications Network • Must have a working knowledge of Communications, Electronics, Digital Radios, Satellite Systems, 802.xx Systems, Vehicle Location Equipment, Customer Premise Equipment, Marine Radio, Specialty Telecommunications Personal Devices

• Seamstress • Dining Room Supervisor • Assistant Manager

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:

PEOPLE’S TELECOMS COMPANY LTD.

QUALIFICATION AND SKILLS

Acting on behalf of our clients: E Y Contractor, Yoshi Sushi Bar is looking to fill the following positions:

NOTICE OF SALE BY PUBLIC AUCTION

Send Resumes to kay@acltci.tc or P.O. Box 230 Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands.

People’s Telecoms Company Ltd. has a vacancy for a

Must be certified with USA, Canada or UK Waterski. Have at least 7 years experience teaching all levels and disciplines. General knowledge of inboard and outboard ski boat mechanics.

Must have current STCW and TCI captains’ license, with the ability to swim in all conditions and know how to drive, handle and dock inboard and outboard waterski vessels.

Resume or CV may be sent to info@nautiquesports.com

Salary commensurate with experience.

No telephone calls please.

WATERSKI INSTRUCTOR

WARD’S CONSULTANCY

2. Parcel 60905\123 Leeward Going Through, Providenciales.

The property is located on Castle Road on land two tiers behind the Mansion condominium development. This residence comprises of a detached single two bedroom, two bathrooms, one living/dining room, and one kitchen and laundry room.

Registered Proprietor: Colin Whittingham & Avril Joan Whittingham 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 24th day of January 2014.

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 Department (649) 339-7100.

9335

PROVO BEVERAGES LTD. is looking for a

Head Brewer Roles and responsibilities:

• Day-to-day running of brewing and bottling and canning operations • Winemaking and alcoholic malt beverages • Developing quality recipe formulation and ingredient selection – handling and assessment of raw materials and grains • Controlling quality of product and keeping the facility and equipment clean and operating • Equipment maintenance and troubleshooting • Purchasing of raw materials Skills:

• • • •

Strong communication skills Sound technical knowledge of brewing, winemaking and distilling Understanding of microbiology and aseptic lab techniques Ability to maintain organized records of brews and quality control data • Efficient computer skills Salary:

Salary commensurate with experience

Please send resumes and inquiries by fax or email only Fax: 649-914-8850 email: provobev@gmail.com

9337

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COLLIN WILLIAMS is looking for a

Houseman

IMPRESSIONS BEAUTY SALON Is looking for a

TDMG Concordia We are seeking suitable applicant to fill the following opening:

Financial Controller

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

cosmetologist

contact: 231-7059

contact: Elfemia Smith 231-3987 9341

To work full-time salary $7.00 per hour.

YARD MAN

Needed for an apartment complex in Grace Bay Must be able to speak English and be able to understand instruction tasks including maintaining sewage treatment plant only those legal residents need apply in person at Island Club Grace Bay

9339

• 10 year experience in Accounting • 10 year experience in Business Management.

• Certified Accountant for at least 5 years.

• Certifications Required: CPA, CGA, BAA • Shall speak and write good English and French • Software knowledge: Professional knowledge level in VPro5, Excel and Word.

• Weekly working hours: 40 hrs, mite have to work over time on short notice.

• Salary is negotiable.

Fax: (649) 941 3446 Application Deadline 24th, Jan 2014.

9306

ROYAL TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS POLICE

JOB ADVERTISEMENT POLICE INTERPRETER / TRANSLATOR Department: RT&CIPF TRANSLATION UNIT Posting Date: JANUARY 6, 2014 Posting Expiry Date: JANUARY 17, 2014

JOB VACANCIES The Somerset Resort Management Ltd. is seeking Labour Clearance for the positions listed below. Suitably qualified Belongers who possess the requirements listed are encouraged to apply. Ideal candidates should possess luxury resort experience, be professional in attitude and demeanor and must read and speak English fluently. Positions require a flexible schedule which includes holidays, weekends and evenings, and extended hours on occasion.

Salaries are based on experience and qualifications.

ROOM ATTENDANT/HOUSEMAN

Qualified candidates must possess at least 3 years of experience in five-star resorts. Strong attention to details and exceptional ability to maintain the highest standards of quality required. He/she must be a team player with a strong work ethic. Courteous individuals who possess a positive demeanor. A commitment to excellence with good communication skills is required.

RESPONSIBILITY As a RT&CIPF Interpreter/Translator (Special Constable), the incumbent will be required to: • Perform oral and written translations.

• Attend meetings and interviews to provide interpretation services.

• Prepare reports, statements, court documents etc requiring translation / interpretation.

• Perform minor receptionist duties.

• Maintain confidential database and filing system of works completed.

• Travel to crime scenes, auto accident sites, and associated facilities such as detention centres and hospitals to provide interpretation services for officers or investigative staff and assist in the preparation of Reports that are to be released to the public.

• Use trilingual skills to act as a liaison between the Department, the general public and other stakeholders.

COMPETENCIES The position will require the incumbent to: • Speak fluently in English, Spanish and Creole languages.

• Demonstrate exceptional oral and written translations and communication skills.

• Display a high level of confidence and integrity.

• Be a good time manager.

• Be available for call – in duties due to spontaneous activities.

• Display good interpersonal skills.

• Displays a high level of Professionalism.

BELLMAN

Qualified candidates must have working experience in a luxury five-star resorts. Must be Professional, courteous individuals with positive demeanor and possess good communication skills with an outgoing personality. Should have the ability to lift at least 30 lbs. and push/pull in excess of 50 lbs.

QUALIFICATIONS: The incumbent must possess: • Three or more GCE or CXC passes including English and Mathematics; Principles of Business pass a desire.

• Conversational, colloquial, idiomatic Spanish/Creole.

• Good grammar, punctuation and writing skills in English/Spanish/Creole.

LAUNDRY ATTENDANT

Qualified candidates must have previous housekeeping or commercial laundry experience. Must be able to push/pull carts up to 150 lbs. Lift 20-30 lbs. regularly and 40-50 lbs. occasionally. Must be able to work in a fast paced, noisy, humid environment. Safety oriented. He/she must be a team player with a strong work ethic. Courteous individuals who possess a positive demeanor. A commitment to excellence with good communication skills is required.

Qualified Belonger candidates can complete an application form in person at The Somerset on Grace Bay or submit a resume by e-mail at somerset@thesomerset. com. Tel: 339-5900. Fax: 946-5839. The closing date for applications is January 30th, 2014.

PURPOSE OF THE JOB The Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police are seeking interested persons to fill the position of Police Interpreter / Translator in Providenciales and Grand Turk, TCI. Do you have the ability to interpret and translate with exceptional tri-lingual (English/Spanish/ Creole) communication for customers and callers, provide effective administrative skills, and customer service? Then this opportunity is for you!

SALARY attached to this position is $25,000 per Annum. Salary MAY be negotiable depending on education and prior experience.

Interested persons should provide an application and resume along with personal samples of translated documents. Short listed persons must undergo a background check and will be tested on oral and written translation skills during interviews. Please submit a colored copy of your passport photo ID page and the above mentioned documents to:

9331

Mr. Rex Swann Human Resource Manager Police Headquarters - Old Airport Road, Grand Turk, TCI. TEL: 946 2731 Ext 30310; FAX: 9462099 Email: rex.swann@tcipolice.tc DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSIONS: JANUARY 17, 2014

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January 18 - 24, 2014

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Seven Star Resort is seeking a suitably qualified individual to fill the position outlined below. Ideal candidate must possess luxury resort experience, a professional demeanor, and a strong command of the English Language (oral and written). Relevant experience and a passion for hospitality is required.

Salary is based on experience and qualifications.

HEAD SOMMELIER Interested candidates should apply via e-mail to Seven Stars at hr@sevenstarsgracebay.com for consideration.

Application deadline: January 17, 2013 ONLY CANDIDATES MEETING ABOVE REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS WILL BE CONTACTED.

VENDOR’S ASSISTANT WANTED Treasures S & S Gift Shop is looking for a Assistant to work in shop and/or booth.

3 days per week. Salary: $5.50 per hour.

9384

Is looking for a

domestic worker To work 5 days per week salary $8.00 per hour contact: 649-941-5638

9342

Is looking to fill the following positions:

Nail Technician Hairdresser

Contact 231-1162 PROVO PRIMARY SCHOOL

Ocean View Beauty Salon

Salary starting at $6.00 per hour.

Contact: 232-5443

WESLEYAN METHODIST CHURCH Is looking for a

TOUCH OF CLASS BEAUTY SALON

labourer

Cosmetologist

To work 5 days per week salary $5.00 per hour. contact: 946-4075

9358

Is looking for a

to work 6 days per week salary $200 per week. contact: 244-0469

9351

Building Services Design Ltd. is currently seeking a suitably qualified individual to fill the following position:-

TCI PAINT & SUPPLY LTD.

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Assistant Manager of Sales and Marketing

The successful applicant must be a member of American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) and competent in the design of HVAC systems: Duties shall include preparation of standard detail drawings including sections and isometrics of various mechanical services such as HVAC, plumbing, sanitary, sprinkler systems, swimming pools etc. using Auto CAD and Carrier E2O software.

The applicant must be familiar with USA codes and Regulations and should be a member of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) The applicant must have extensive experience in the installation of, including testing and commissioning of electrical and mechanical services.

Applicant should have a minimum of 5 (five) years experience and a proven design track record on projects for condominium complexes, hotels, commercial and industrial facilities and residential dwellings.

It is essential that the applicant must have a degree in his/her field obtained from a recognized University and registered with his/her respective Engineering Council/ Commission. The successful applicant must have the technical experience for solving design solutions and can work unsupervised in the preparation and issuing of mechanical design drawings. All applications will be considered from suitably qualified candidates who should forward a copy of their resume including relevant experience to the email/ fax address below.

Deadline for Application is February 3rd 2014

Please fax your application to: 649-946-8504 Building Services Design Ltd. Email: accounts@bsd.tc Or mail to: P.O Box 641, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands Please copy application to: Labour Commissioner Providenciales Turks and Caicos Islands

HAS THE FOLLOWING POSTION AVAILABLE

Must have the following:

• 5 years experience and bachelors degree from an accredited university • Strong communication, presentation and writing skills • Hotel engineering background as outside sales will be primarily dealing with reports and understanding the logistical and maintenance • Strong interpersonal, research and teamwork skills • Detail-oriented • Flexible to new situations and challenges • Extensive working knowledge of quick books and back office programs • Must be familiar with static inventory and be able to both place orders and take in account monthly and seasonal stock fluctuations and needs.

• Be knowledgeable on buildings and maintaining customer relations • Ability to be punctual (work begins at 7am -5pm Monday to Friday and 8am - 2pm on Saturdays) • Accept to a Drug free work place/random drug screening • No criminal background

Duties include:

Responsible for maximizing profits and minimizing costs. Marketing, Logistics, Customer Service and finance. Deal with customers and prepare orders as well as receiving and off loading inventory from containers.

Ensuring standards for quality, health and safety are met. Responding to customer complaints and comments. Creating and fostering new relationships with new and perspective clients. General Supervision of employees. Willingness to complete all tasks at hand with a positive and respectful attitude.

Please forward resume to:

TCI Paint & Supply Ltd. Leeward Highway, Providenciales Turks and Caicos Islands. Tel: 941-7432

9374

January 18 - 24, 2014

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

Wanted Domestic worker

SAMUEL HALL Is looking for a

Applicant must be hard working, honest and reliable. Experience preferable. Please send applications to Savory & Co., F205 Regent Village West, Providenciales, 946-4602

mason

To work 5 days per week salary $8.00 per hour. contact: 244-4183

9363

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RESIDENTIAL CROWN LAND SCHEME OPEN FOR APPLICATION The Crown Land Unit has resumed the allocation of Residential Land, with effect from 7th February 2013, and NOW invites eligible members of the public to apply for a crown land parcel within the Residential Scheme No. GDT001.

Description: The Residential Scheme No. GDT001 is located in the fast developing area of North West Suburbs, Grand Turk, adjacent to the Public Road to the immediate West of North Creek. There are approximately 15 crown land parcels available in this area, which range in size from 0.23 to 0.30 of an acre.

Price Range: The parcels range in price from $11,625.00 - $18,600.00, with a 25 % TCI Belonger Discount already applied.

Site Plan: Please refer to the Site Plan below showing the available Crown Land parcels within Block 10202, North West Suburbs, Grand Turk

Sous Chef Needed Education and Training:

• Post secondary degree in Culinary Arts or 8 + years industry equivalent experience.

• Computer literate, functional on Excel, MS-Word and Quickbooks • Fluent in English and spanish both written and oral with a fundamental understanding of French and Spanish • First Aid Training

Skill Requirements:

Be able to assist the Executive Chef in all capacities to include: • Work in a high pressure environment with calm, effective leadership • Planning and execution of special events.

• Precise knife skills • Assist Chef in the preparation and execution of all desserts.

• Produce all breakfast, lunch and dinner items with expert precision.

• Cook entire menu on the line during service, including meats to temperature specifications.

• Execute a proper sanitation procedure to insure that high quality food is served that accurately represents the Café.

• Prepare and execute specials based on the Café’s Tex-Mex cuisine.

• Be versed in a large variety of cooking techniques to include: braising, sautéing, frying, steaming, poaching, and sauce making.

• Receive food orders from various vendors, checking for quality and pricing.

• Be able to stand on ones feet for 10 hours and be comfortable lifting 50 pounds without physical restrictions.

• Be available to work holidays and weekends with a flexible schedule.

Leadership and Managerial Requirements: • Assist Chef in the training of kitchen staff to encourage growth in a positive environment.

• Be sensitive to the needs of staff members and maintain a professional demeanor • Assist Chef in the ordering of food through a variety of vendors • Assist Chef with weekly and monthly inventory of items and work with the Chef to calculate food costs • Maintain a positive environment in the kitchen to encourage growth and diversity within the workplace

Who can apply?

A person is only eligible to apply if that person; • Is a Turks and Caicos Islander aged 21 years or above • Has not previously received an allocation of residential land • Has not been convicted of an offence in relation to Crown Land • Has not deliberately damaged, encroached upon or illegally profited from Crown Land • Does not have any arrears in relation to a commercial lease and / or licence over Crown Land.

How to apply?

Prospective applicants may collect an application form from any of the offices of the Crown Land Unit in Grand Turk and Providenciales, or the Offices of the District Commissioner on North Caicos, Middle Caicos, South Caicos and Salt Cay. Forms may also be downloaded from the Crown Land Unit Website: www.tcilandinfo.tc or may be sent to potential applicants by email upon request.

The Sous Chef should be a natural leader who is seeking to assist others in improving their cooking ability, and also to develop strong people skills. An ambitious person who is a comfortable communicator with a confident skill set. The Sous Chef needs to be a self starter that can lead the kitchen in the Chefs absence. The right candidate should be able to open the kitchen in the morning, or be the last to leave the kitchen at night. Prioritizing and executing prep items based on the restaurants needs. He or She will assure that foods are properly labeled with the date and prep item name and consistently rotated, and stored for future use. Oversee and participate in daily cleaning duties as per scheduled by the Chef to maintain a clean safe environment for all employees to work in.

Pay Commensurate with Experience.

Application must include; • • • •

Proof of Turks and Caicos Islander status Proof of age Proof of payment of the non-refundable application fee of US$100.00 Completed application form

The Scheme is now open for application on a First Come First Serve basis. However, if there are more applications than available parcels, then selection will be by open ballot.

Belongers given preference

Closing Date:

This Scheme – Residential Scheme No GDT001 – closes on Friday 7th February 2014 at 2:00 pm. Therefore, any application received after the closing time will not be considered.

Submit CV, certifications and current police record in person or email to: CHEFAMY@SOMEWHERECAFEANDLOUNGE.COM 9362

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January 18 - 24, 2014

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

Sports Interational Trailblazers’ teams sound warning with exhibition wins TCI’s newest football club, Trailblazers FC made an impressive start to 2014 with two comfortable exhibition victories last weekend at the TCIFA Academy facility. According to a release Trailblazers FC are the only club in the country to possess both male and female teams as well as a youth programme; and although new to the scene they may be a force to be reckoned with during the domestic seasons.

The Trailblazers FC men’s team defeated SWA Sharks 3-0 on Saturday afternoon with goals coming from Romain Small (2) and David Jasmine. The first half was a relatively even affair and

although Trailblazers had the greater share of possession they could not break down a resolute Sharks’ defence until Rodney Davilmar broke through on the right wing and put in a perfect cross for Small to tap in from close range. The second half was a more open affair as both teams played more attacking football.

Sharks had some good chances and Jon Flanagan pulled off some excellent saves to keep a clean sheet for the Trailblazers.

Small added a second goal as his fierce shot from long range went sailing into the top of the net, and with just a few minutes remaining a slick passing move saw Jasmine score from 10

yards. Team captain Davilmar was pleased with the result, but issued a warning to his players.

“The win was well deserved, but we still gave away too many chances to Sharks, who had a few key players missing today.

Sharks and the other teams will all be very competitive during the season, so we will need to be at our best if we are to stand a chance of success. However, at the moment morale is high and we are all excited about the upcoming games”.

Sunday afternoon saw the Trailblazers FC female team take on a combined force of Strikers and Revolution players.

Trailblazers FC strolled to a

comfortable 5-0 win with goals coming from Yarielca De La Cruz (2), Yarileny De La Cruz, Monae Gooden and Evnisha Saintverlu. The Trailblazers goalkeeper Marie Dorelus was rarely threatened as she was well protected by a well-organised defence of Shinaydine Pluviose, Alyssa Laing, Trincy Reid, Vanessa Joseph and Alande Rosima. With a strong attacking line including last year’s WFL MVP Kadine Delphin and top goalscorer Yarileny De La Cruz, Trailblazers threatened early on in the game and came close to scoring on several occasions.

Griet Vanbrabant pulled off some scintillating saves for the combined team before Yarielca De La Cruz dribbled past two defenders and curled her left

WATER QUALITY ENGINEER

Preferred Qualifications: • Minimum five years’ experience in the field of water treatment and hydraulic systems operation and maintenance.

• Detailed understanding of the physical, chemical and microbiological properties of potable and wastewater.

• Should be able to work as part of a multi-cultural team.

• Must be willing to work extended hours including weekends and holidays according to the cruise ship schedule.

• Project Management and construction experience Please list any special credentials or professional societies to which you belong, as well as at least 3 personal and professional references.

Interested parties are encouraged to send resume to: Grand Turk Cruise Center Human Resources Phone: 946-1040 Fax: 946-1041 E-Mail: admin@grandturkcc.com

footed shot into the bottom of the goal to give her team a 1-0 lead after the first half. Despite some resilient defending from Joan Whent and Melissa JeanGuy, the Trailblazers extended their lead when Yarielca De La Cruz scored from long range.

Not to be outdone, her sister Yarileny finished clinically from a pass from Delphin who also provide a cross for Gooden to score at the back post. With just a few minutes remaining Trailblazers added a fifth goal with a strike from Saintverlu

LABOURER WANTED

– GRAND TURK CRUISE CENTER

Grand Turk Cruise Center is currently accepting CV’s for the position of Water Quality Engineer. This position will be responsible for the operation of all potable water and wastewater systems at the Cruise Center and downtown welcome center including sourced potable water treatment, distribution and supply, waste water treatment, irrigation and recreational aquatic facility systems.

The position will report to the Grand Turk Cruise Center General Manager and work closely with the Maintenance Manager.

Select equipment that meets company and government Environmental and Public Health guidelines, prepare technical reports, deal with official governmental offices and generate changes in the company management policies that affect how the potable water and wastewater systems are managed in the Cruise Center Operate equipment that removes water pollutants and harmful microorganisms (including but not limited to the wastewater treatment plant and the RO plant), as well as the pumps and other equipment that convey water through the different processes.

Coordinate the maintenance and repair all equipment including pumps, pipes, valves, and other related equipment.

Conduct laboratory testing of processed water (potable, swimming pool & wastewater) to ensure it remains up to standards and maintain detailed logs of the data.

Responsible for ensuring the 300,000 gallon swimming pool and Flowrider® attraction is operating properly and safe for people to use.

Keep up-to-date with new technology coming into the market in the fields of water quality and treatment.

The Trailblazers females are looking to make their mark on the local scene.

Treasures S & S Gift Shop is looking for a Labourer to assist with lifting boxes and stocking shelves. 2 days per week. Salary: $6.00 per hour.

Contact 231-1162

9385

Y.A.3.B. CONSULTING Acting on behalf of our clients is looking to fill the following positions: Provo Entertainment Center Dj $6.00 per hour Bartender $6.00 per hour Domestic Worker $5.50 per hour

Med Solution Ltd.

WARD’S CONSULTANCY

Nessy Restaurant

Acting on behalf of our clients: Coyaba, Platinum Security, Yoshi Sushi Bar is looking to fill the following positions:

J C Beauty Salon

Waitress $6.00 per hour Bartender $6.00 per hour

Flamingo Café

Pot O Gold

2 Domestic Worker $5.50 per hour

Bartender $6.00 per hour Waitress $6.00 per hour

Cecil Bailey

A & M Cleaning Services

Domestic Worker $5.50 per hour

B’s Beauty Box

Barber $6.00 per hour Hairdresser $6.00 per hour Nail Technician $6.00 per hour

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Mechanic $7.00 per hour Assistant Mechanic $6.00 per hour

2 Nail Technicians $6.00 per hour

continued 

Lite Tire $7.00 per hour

Diva Beauty Salon

Nail Technician $6.00 per hour Cosmetologist $6.00 per hour

who raced on to Trincy Reid’s long pass.

Coach Alan Kougoue was pleased with the result: “The girls showed that they are a very good passing team, but they need to communicate more and work on their fitness. If they improve in these areas they will be very hard to beat this season”.

Trailblazers FC, which is part of the Trailblazer Sports Academy, (a non-profit organisation that is dedicated to developing sports in the Turks and Caicos Islands by working with local sporting bodies) is determined to work closely with the TCIFA to enhance the overall development of football in the country. Club president Ian Hurdle outlined his philosophy by stating that: “The TCIFA has done an excellent job in recent years of developing football.

It is now up to the various teams in the leagues to help the association by developing a club structure so that we can create more opportunities for our players, coaches and referees to develop”. He added: “Hopefully other clubs can follow our lead by putting in place a development structure that can facilitate growth at junior and senior levels for both males and females. The closer we can all work together, the better it will be for football as a whole and this will obviously help our national teams for many years to come”. The club which has numerous youth

Steam Cleaner $6.00 per hour Sales Clerk $6.00 per hour

Tragos Bar

Bartender $6.00 per hour Dj $6.00 per hour

Chal Misick

Domestic Worker $5.50 per hour

Contact: 344-4540

Security Cook Labourer Kitchen Helper Security Supervisor Must be willing to work 6 days per week salary range $6-$9 per hour.

Contact: 345-7512 9385

January 18 - 24, 2014

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Sports Interational Josh for Sports

Breaking Barriers: The Legendary Jackie Robinson PART II – CONTINUED FROM LAST WEEK At first Robinson’s teammates don’t know how they feel about playing with him. But as they see the trouble he must face their feelings change. They make sure that players and fans understand that Jackie is not just a black man playing baseball—he is a Dodger.

“Having Jackie on the team is strange, just like anything else that’s new,” says one of his teammate.

“But if he can help us win, I’m all for him. That’s the only test.”

As the season wears on, Robinson’s hitting improves and he gets to show off his greatest skill. Fans quickly discover that Jackie is the most exciting runner in baseball. As a former track star, he possesses blazing speed, but that’s only part of the story. “Being daring—that’s half my game,” he explains.

When he gets on base, Robinson gives opposing pitchers fits. He dances off the base, challenging them to try and throw him out. If a pitcher tries to pick him off, Jackie scampers back to the base. Then he takes an even bigger lead, and the challenge begins again until the pitcher ignores him and he steals the base.

As the months pass, Jackie gains respect. In spite of the pressures he faces, he has a brilliant season. He leads the league in stolen bases and is second in runs scored.

The Dodgers won the pennant and Jackie is voted Rookie of the Year. Jackie’s career lasts ten years. During that time the Dodgers win six pennants and one World Series.

In 1956 Jackie announces that he is retiring. “I’m glad my last season with the Dodgers was a good one. “Maybe I have another good season or two in me, but at 38 you never know, I’m glad I’m ending strong.”

and senior teams as well as an Under-5 programme has come a long way in just a few months.

Hurdle went further: “Our goal is not to win trophies, although that would be nice, but we just want to provide people of all ages and abilities an opportunity to play football and other sports.

Our emphasis is on fun, learning and enjoyment. We know that we have many talented young

CHIEF DENTAL OFFICER

DEPARTMENT: MINISTRY: LOCATION:

Dental Ministry of Health Grand Turk

JOB SUMMARY: This is a senior management position whose duties are to serve as a general dental practitioner responsible for diagnosis and treatment of difficult dental problems. The incumbent will provide comprehensive dental care for the Turks & Caicos Islands (TCI), recommending and regulating dental health care policies for the TCI.

By Joshua Gardiner

Jackie Robinson had to wait until he was 28 years old to play in the major leagues. As a result his career statistics do not match those of most great ball players.

Others scored more runs and won more pennants, but no one accomplished more than he did. In 1962 Jackie Robinson is honoured for his achievements on and off the playing field. He became the first black elected to the Hall of Fame.

HANK (Henry) Aaron (HOME RUN KING)

I remember well the year 1974. A new baseball season is beginning. No one seems to care about who will win the pennant. Fans want to know one thing: when will Hank Aaron of the Atlanta Braves (a black man) pass the legendary Babe Ruth to become the new homerun king of baseball?

During his career Ruth smacked 714 round-trippers.

People once though that record would last forever. But into the 1974 season “Hammerin Hank” has hit 713!

No two people could be less alike than Babe Ruth and Hank Aaron. On the night of April 8, there were 53,775 fans in the stands. With Al Downing on the mound for L.A Dodgers, Aaron hit his 715th home run to become the new king. Actually he went on to end his career with 755 home runs and was eventually inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame.

Trailblazers’ teams sound ... continued 

GOVERNMENT VACANCY

people in this country so hopefully by working with the local sporting bodies we can help them fulfill their sporting dreams. So far we have made a great start to the year and I am confident we will grow from strength to strength.”

For more information about Trailblazers Fc and Trailblazers Sports Academy contact Ian or Tracey Hurdle at 431 2618 / 431 2617 or ian@trail.tc / tracey@ trail.tc

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Works coherently with the Permanent Secretary of Health and other Heads of departments to effectively amend policies to help eliminate health disparities in the TCI. • Ensures that adequate service is provided to the family Islands.

• Covers the clinics in the absence of any of the dental officers.

• Acquires and researches the latest trends in the dental and health care profession and disseminate this information to the relevant government authorities and staff.

• Makes recommendations to the various health regulatory bodies pertaining to dental practitioners on island.

• Establishes and maintains quality control measures.

• Manages referrals to Private Practitioners on Island as well as overseas.

• Arranges required Continuing Education training for the department’s staff.

• Prepares the department’s budget • Ensures budgetary compliance.

• Provides a full range of extensive treatments (preventative, restorative and surgical), examples include: the giving of injections for infiltrations and nerve blocks, the extraction of teeth, the cutting of cavities with high speed rotary instruments.

• Plans the appropriate order of treatment, implement, interpret / refine as treatment progresses to final stage.

• Discuss specific treatment plans, if appropriate, analyze patient information and adapt for individual needs.

• Analyzes patient information and adapt treatment if appropriate.

• Provides information and practical advice as appropriate for oral health needs of individuals to enable them to improve and maintain good oral health.

• Assess monitors and adapts clinical needs as required to meet needs and capabilities of individual patients.

• Raise awareness of patient’s own responsibility regarding treatment outcome and long term benefits.

• Treats patient groups including children and adults and those with multiple complex needs. Understand the needs of patients with anxiety and disabilities and carry out their treatment accordingly.

• Decides how to implement the overall treatment plan, taking into account the medical and psychological needs of the patient.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE: • Degree in Dental Surgery (D.D.S.) or Dental Medicine (D.M.D.) from a school approved by the Council on Dental Education, American Dental Association (ADA); or other dental school, provided the education and knowledge acquired was substantially equivalent to that of graduates from an ADA approved school.

• A Master’s Degree in Dental Surgery or its equivalent • ALL applicants MUST submit legible transcripts as verification of educational requirement. The education MUST be from an institution accredited by an accrediting agency.

• Licensure: Applicants must be currently licensed to practice dentistry in the country where he or she is coming from.

• Eight (8) to ten (10) years experience in the field, of which three (3) years are at supervisory or managerial level.

The experience should span: - Dental Surgical procedures - Cosmetic Restorations - Team leadership - Report writing and - Statistical data analysis COMPENSATION: SALARY: T 48 $49,800.00 per annum plus allowances APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Resumes with current contact information must be accompanied by a Cover Letter, two letters of reference (one preferably from a former employer), copies of educational certificates, a Police Certificate and a copy of the Passport photo page.

Applications should be addressed to the Office of the Human Resource Directorate, Church Folly, Grand Turk. Facsimile: 946-1582 or sent by email to: recruitment@gov.tc with the subject line Chief Dental Officer Application. Applications sent by post or brought by hand should have the subject Chief Dental Officer Application clearly marked on the envelopes.

Successful applicants will work in accordance with the Public Service Ordinance.

Current serving officers must apply through their heads of department.

Qualified belongers will be given first consideration.

Incomplete applications without supporting documents will not be processed APPLICATION DEADLINE: 30th January, 2014

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PABA Night League:

Police record whopping 68-point win POLICE basketball team started 2014 with a bang. The lawmen thrashed Shottas by 68 points on Thursday last in the Provo Amateur Basketball Association (PABA) Night League.

The mammoth 112-44 point win was orchestrated by Evens Dubois and Sandro Germain who scored 33 points and four assists and 24 points, six rebounds and three assists respectively. Callis Jones finished with a double-double 14 points and 11 boards. Shottas were led by a classical Wendell Williams with 10 points.

On Friday night defending champions the GT Stallions and contenders Harbour Boys extended their unbeaten reign.

In the opening clash Harbour Boys whipped the Sonics 82-49. Kirk Adams led the attack with 20 points, seven rebounds and three steals for the winners while John Mimes had 14 points, six boards and a similar amount of steals for the Sonics.

The Stallions, the front runners for the title this season, defeated the Predators 58-46 in the second clash.

The Predators’ Troy Saunders, the

Sandro Germain was outstanding for Police last weekend.

The Predators’ Troy Saunders continues to lead the league in scoring.

league’s leading scorer, finished with 24 points. Damian Seymour led the winners with 16.

In the feature game Germain had a huge double-double 31 points and 20 rebounds as the lawmen whipped the Nazarene Kings 92-73.

R. McKinnon led the Kings with 17 points, 12 boards and eight steals.

On Saturday night Saunders scored 20 points and seven boards in the Predators’ 64-44 point win over the Sonics. John Mimes finished with 14 points and seven boards for

the Sonics.

In the closest game last weekend the Knights defeated the Steelers 7269. Troy Forbes led the winners with 32 points, five boards and four assists while Reco Forbes scored 24 points and seven boards for the Steelers.

In the feature clash former champions the Five Cay Flyers defeated the Spartans 87-48. Chad Campbell scored 16 points and six boards for the winners, while Emanuel Williams led the Spartans with 20 points and three steals.

Haye-Smith had Shana Cox (GBR), Kelly Shaw (USA) and Nicketa Bernard (USA) as her teammates.

Prior to the relay, the 2011 NCAA Division II 400M hurdles champion opened her season with an 800M run.

She placed 5th with a time of 2:20s.

The professional athlete, who also runs under the Pistons Athletics Club in Grand Turk, is looking forward to bettering her PB in the 400M (53.58s) and the 400M hurdles (57.32s).

Retired NHL stars for PHL Camp RETIRED NHL stars Matt Bradley, Dan McGillis and Fred Brathwaite will be in Providenciales over the next few days to oversee the first ever Island Centre of Excellence (ICE) Hockey Development Camp at the Graceway Sports Centre.

The camp, organised by the

– Action kicks off this Saturday

PHL, will run from January 21-25.

The three players are expected to share their experience and expertise with players in the camp.

Bradley was a powerful forward, while McGillis was a wall defensively and Brathwaite a goalie.

FC, Rozo FC, the AFC Academy, SWA Sharks and Teachers.

Cheshire Hall will battle the SWA Sharks in the opener from 17:00h. That game will be followed by Trailblazers against the AFC Academy at 19:15h.

Action continues on Tuesday with Beaches tackling Rozo FC from 19:00h.

John Evert spends time improving each child’s technique

Top tennis coach hosts clinic

Haye-Smith starts season with 4X400M win YANIQUE Haye-Smith, wife of national athletics coach Alvirto Smith, started her 2014 track season with a victory in the 4X400M at the Winston Salem Invitational Meet last weekend.

The 23-year-old Jamaican born, who is a resident of Grand Turk, ran the second leg of the race (held at the Wakeforest University, USA) with a respectable pace to propel her team, the GW Express Track Club (based in North Carolina), to victory (3:48s).

Seven teams to contest WIV Provo Premier League THE WIV Provo Premier League will kick off this Saturday with seven teams battling for championship honours in a total of 39 games.

Beaches, having last played in 2008, have rejoined the league, while Trailblazers will look to make their mark.

The other teams include powerhouse side Cheshire Hall

– GT Stallions and Harbour Boys remain undefeated

January 18 - 24, 2014

Yanique Haye-Smith ran the second leg in the 4X400M race.

YOUNG tennis players at the Graceway Sports Centre had the opportunity to learn tips from a top US professional tennis coach last Saturday (January 11).

John Evert, brother of former World No 1 professional tennis player Chris Evert, and co-owner of Evert Tennis Academy took the time out of his first vacation in the Turks and Caicos Islands to do what he loves best.

At no cost, more than 35 children enrolled in the tennis programme at the Centre were given this unique opportunity.

The youngsters, ages 7 - 17 were divided into two age groups and trained in two separate sessions by the Centre’s Tennis coach Reinaldo Garcia and Evert.

Evert, who spent some time with each child said, “I love working with kids and certainly I can take a few hours out of my vacation to work with some kids.”

By the end of the sessions the children left feeling more skilled and excited about the sport, while Evert

felt satisfied that his time was well spent.

He said he felt their love for the game and commended them on being passionate, focused and polite.

John Evert is the Founder and Managing Partner of the Evert Tennis Academy in Boca Raton, Florida.

He grew up in a tennis family under the training of his father and revered tennis coach Jimmy Evert.

He and his four siblings all played professional tennis and competed and won National titles.

Evert has managed top junior, collegiate and professional players and has been developing young talent through coaching for over 20 years.

At the academy, he coached and developed Andy Roddick, Sebastien Grosjean, Tatiana Golovin and numerous National and NCAA Champions.

In 2009 the United States Olympic Committee recognized Evert’s coaching achievements by naming him Developmental Coach of the Year.

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Mills working on Williams’s speed – Training partner Blake has become good friend TCI born superstar sprinter Delano Williams is working with one of the best coaches in the world and he has “the Beast” as his training partner.

Williams, who switched his allegiances to Great Britain last year because TCI is barred from competing at the Olympics, feels that training with the Racers Track Club has elevated his performance.

The world junior 200M champion said that with the quality of runners at the ace Jamaican club, which includes the world’s fastest man Usain Bolt, former senior world champion Yohan “the Beast” Blake and Michael Frater among other big names, training there is nerveracking at times. “I feel intimidated by them [the athletes of Racers] because they have been in this business for a while; but I’m lifted to see the progress I’m been making during the past few months.”

PROGRESSION The national 100M and 200M record holder said that Coach Glen Mills is working hard to fix a few flaws in his running so that he can cut down his time.

“Coach Mills is working on my

Delano Williams is excited about his 2014 season.

Training partners TCI born Delano Williams and Yohan Blake have become good friends.

technique and strength. He said I’m very weak compared to the other sprinters, but he’s confident to bring down my time once I put in the work and make the necessary changes.”

EXCITEMENT The humble Williams, arguably the best sprinter that TCI has ever produced, is excited about his 2014

season. “I can’t wait for my season to open.” The Commonwealth Games and the European Championships are two of the most important events on his mind. He said he did a lot of pre-season work and is expecting to soon reap the benefits.

NEW FRIENDS

Williams who now trains with Blake said that they have become friends.

He said he is friends with both Bolt and Blake, but the bond is stronger with the latter. Blake helps me with a lot of stuff and there is a greater connection seeing that we both came from the same roots, In terms of development.”

Webb gives TCI green light to host internationals – All CFU and some CONCACAF possible

INTERNATIONAL football fever will soon hit the TCI, given that the president of CONCACAF Jeffrey

CONCACAF president Jeffrey Webb (third from left), feels confident that the TCI government and the local football association can work together to host international games on our soil. TCI’s premier Dr. Rufus Ewing stands second from left with FIFA and CONCACAF executive member Sonia Bien-Aime (left) and President of the TCIFA Chris Bryan (right).

Webb has given his approval (with recommendations) for the TCIFA to host regional games in the near future.

With our footballing wonder woman Sonia Bien-Aime making the call, Webb made a historic visit to the TCI earlier this month to assess its facility; and he was pleased with what he saw. A meeting with the Premier, joined by the Minister of Sports and footballing officials galvanised TCI’s readiness for big games.

“President Webb is in full support of hosting tournaments here in TCI and the visit to our facility and the meeting with the government was to pretty much pledge his support and ensure that the government is also in support of the opportunities being made available to the country and the Football Association,” Bien-Aime pointed out.

The General Secretary of the TCIFA, who holds executive membership positions in the regional body (CONCACAF) and parent

body (FIFA), said that the benefits from the games were numerous.

“The opportunity to host regional competitions will not only raise the profile of the Turks & Caicos Islands Football Association but also the Turks & Caicos Islands in general as it would benefit us greatly from an economic and social standpoint.”

CFU WOMEN’S CARIBBEAN CUP FINAL The TCIFA will have to do some upgrading according to BienAime, including the “installation of bleachers and other minor details”. Once that is done, high level competitions are within our grasp. These include all Caribbean Football Union (CFU) and some CONCACAF games.

The TCIFA is therefore looking to put all systems in place in the earliest time possible, since they already have eyes on the finals of the CFU Women’s Caribbean Cup which is set for July.

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