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Local banks to assist Gov't

There is no shortage of interest from local banking institutions in providing the TCI Government with funding in 2016, according to PAGE  5 Minister of Finance Washington Misick.

Women jailed for deception

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Sheila Bain imprisoned for two years, while Dellerise Bottex gets eight months

Crime strategy must be created – PDM responds to shocking statistics PAGE  5

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Sheila Bain (green t-shirt) and Dellerise Bottex (black and white dress) are led away to Her Majesty’s Prison to start serving their jail sentence

Mike Misick seeks release of funds for legal and living expenses

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TCI is an emergency vehicle graveyard PAGE  8

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Women jailed for deception Sheila Bain imprisoned for two years, while Dellerise Bottex gets eight months TWO women were jailed this week for conspiring to offer places in Government schools in exchange for cash.

Judge Joan Joyner handed down stiff sentences to Sheila Bain and Dellerise Bottex at Providenciales Supreme Court on Wednesday (March 12).

Mother-of-two Bain, 48, was slapped with a two-year sentence for conspiracy to obtain money by deception from parents.

Her co-accused 32-year-old Bottex received eight months for the same offence.

Bain was also found guilty of seven theft charges, for which she will serve 12 months in jail.

She was also ordered to repay $9,725 to the victims.

The two years and 12 months are to run concurrently if the money is repaid; but in the event it is not, Bain will have to serve three years in prison.

The women were convicted on March 1, along with Lorne Jean Mary who was acquitted of the conspiracy charge but found guilty of three theft charges.

Jean Mary was sentenced to 12 months in prison on the day the verdict was delivered.

In handing down her sentence, Judge Joyner found that from the evidence provided in the trial Bain was the mover of the racket, and that

she enlisted the assistance of Bottex, a secretary at Clement Howell High School, in order to carry out her illegal activities.

The judge also observed that even though the trial was going on for some time, the accused made no effort to repay the people that were defrauded.

Lara Maroof, who represented Bain, presented four character references to the court, attesting to her client’s good character.

She also asked that the accused’s ill health – hypertension – be taken into consideration in the sentencing.

However, the judge mentioned none of this when she handed down her sentence to the accused.

On the other hand, Bottex’s ill health - respiratory and diabetic issues - along with the fact that she is a single mother and the sole provider for her underage child, were taken into account when the judge sentenced her to eight months in jail.

These points were presented in the mitigation delivered by attorney-atlaw Oliver Smith, who represented Bottex.

The judge took into account Bottex’s cooperation with law enforcement during the investigation.

However, she pointed that the accused allowed herself to be led astray in activities that she had to know were illegal.

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Sheila Bain (right) and Dellerise Bottex (left) are led away to Her Majesty’s Prison to start serving their jail sentence

CHARGES The details of the conspiracy charge stated that between April 1, 2011 and September 30, 2011, Shelia Bain, Dellerise Bottex and Lorne Jean Mary conspired together to dishonestly obtain money from various people in the Providenciales community.

They did this by falsely representing to those people that they could get their children into TCI Government schools once a fee had been paid.

The jury found Bain and Bottex guilty, but returned a not guilty verdict for Jean Mary.

One theft charge read that Sheila Bain and Lorne Jean Mary acted together sometime between August 1 and September 15, 2011 at Providenciales to steal $500, the property of Michel Sajous with the intention of permanently depriving him.

Bain alone was found guilty of this and sentenced to three months in prison.

Another stated that Bain and Jean Mary acted together sometime during the month of September 2011 in Providenciales to steal $500, the

property of Jean Innocent with the intention of permanently depriving him.

Bain was found guilty and sentenced to three months, while Jean Mary was found not guilty.

A third count read that Bain and Jean Mary acted together to steal $400 from Marie France Sainvil sometime in September 2011 in Providenciales.

Again, Bain was found guilty while her co-accused was found not guilty. She was sentenced to three months.

A similar charge stated that the same two accused acted together sometime between August 1 and September 15, 2011 to steal $2,750 from Jean Max Saint Cyr and others with the intention of permanently depriving them.

They were both found guilty on this count. Bain received nine months.

Another theft charge alleged that Bain and Jean Mary worked together to steal $400 from Roselande D’Aout sometime between August 1 and September 15, 2011.

Bain alone was found guilty of this count and was sentenced to three

months in prison.

Jean Mary was charged individually with stealing $500 from Guerline Lume Pierre Louis sometime between August 1 and September 15, 2011. He was found guilty.

In another count, Bain and Bottex were accused of acting together to steal $4,000 from Yvonnette Alce Meme and others sometime between August 1 and September 15, 2011 with the intention of permanently depriving the victims.

Bain was found guilty of this charge and sentenced to 12 months in prison. Bottex was found not guilty.

A final count stated that Bain and Jean Mary acted together to steal $1,175 from Daniela Mieses and Elcilia Mieses sometime during the month of September 2011 with the intention of permanently depriving the two women.

They were both found guilty of this charge. Bain was sentenced to nine months.

On the three charges that Lorne Jean Mary was found guilty, the Judge sentenced him to an overall twelve months in prison. (DI)

Crimestoppers offers $5,000 for information on Been murder A HUGE cash reward is up for grabs for anyone that has information that could lead to the capture of Robert Been’s murderer.

Police have not yet detained anyone for the horrific shooting that took place behind a plaza in Grace Bay last week.

This week Crimestoppers released a poster offering a reward of $5,000 “for information that leads to the arrest and charge of the person that fatally shot Robbie Been”.

Robert ‘Robbie’ Been Senior was killed behind his own shopping centre and apartment block on Tuesday, March 4.

According to a police press release multiple shots were heard being fired in the vicinity of

Turquoise Point Plaza on Dolphin Road just before 8pm.

The three story road-front shopping centre houses TP Liquor Store, Stacks nightclub, Cash Wiz pawn shop, Girls R Us hairdresser and Jerkies restaurant, as well as apartments.

Been owned the entire building, renting out the various units to businesses and residents, and lived in an apartment above.

The 47-year-old was attacked while he was inside his car at the back of the building in Grace Bay. Emergency services were called to the scene of the incident and they found Been suffering from “multiple gunshot wounds”.

He was taken to Cheshire Hall

Medical Centre but doctors were unable to revive him and he was pronounced dead at 8.30pm.

Acting Commissioner of Police Wayne Jones told the Weekly News: “This is an atrocious crime and the motive was not robbery but something else as the intent seems to be focus on taking the life of the deceased.”

Police are urging anyone with information about this incident to call Crimestoppers on 1-800-8477 or use the Crimestoppers online reporting page www.crimestoppers.tc.

Information will be treated in the strictest of confidence. All calls are answered by Miami Dade Police and no one from the RTCIPF will know who called. (RB)

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Local banks to assist Gov't in 2016 THERE is no shortage of interest from local banking institutions in providing the TCI Government with funding in 2016, according to Minister of Finance Washington Misick.

The minister made the announcement while responding to questions from Deputy Speaker of the House, Josephine Connolly as to what steps are being taken towards refinancing the country’s debt in 2016.

The minister reported that a debt restructuring team was put in place consisting of an advisor and a consultant provided by the UK Technical Assistance Programme.

He said two weeks ago, the consultant visited the Islands and had extensive consultations with all stakeholders in the TCI including local banks, which are keen to provide funding.

“The intention however is to refinance the debt without the UK government guarantee. From that point of view it is important that members understand that size matters, economic growth trend matters and attitude matters.”

He explained that if the Government can minimise the cost of servicing the $260 million debt, then there would be money left over in the annual appropriation of public funds to invest in building and maintaining the country’s infrastructure.

“So once we get the size of the debt down and the cost for servicing it is reduced and the economic growth trends turns to positive growth trends, if we can somehow augment that and continue it, that would go a far way.”

He cautioned that attitude matters, as the Government is seriously looking at engaging a credit rating agency to establish a credit rating for the county.

“When that person arrives it is going to be very important for us – they will speak to members of Government and the Opposition, the business community and all other stakeholders – to paint a positive picture of the TCI. If we don’t, it is going to impact our credit rating.”

He added that they are considering using Moody or Fitch, two reputable global rating agencies, for the rating process.

Masked men hold terrified residents at gunpoint ARMED men wearing masks raided two Providenciales homes early on Wednesday morning (March 12) leaving several residents traumatised.

Within the space of 40 minutes a house in Long Bay Hills and another in Leeward were stormed by robbers.

It is unclear yet if the same men raided both properties.

According to police, the first incident happened at about 2.23am at a villa occupied by a couple in Long Bay Hills.

Two masked men brandishing firearms used a rock to break a glass sliding door and gained entry to the property.

The burglars struck the male on the head and demanded cash before fleeing the scene in a vehicle.

No description of the vehicle given to police, nor the direction in which the suspects fled.

Following the incident police were called to the home to investigate and a search of the area was conducted. However the perpetrators were not located.

The man who was struck on his head suffered from a laceration but declined medical attention.

The second incident happened at about 3.07am when a male resident was alerted to the sound of a patio

door to his villa on Hummingbird Lane in Leeward being smashed.

As he investigated the source of the noise, he was confronted by two men dressed in black wearing bandanas on their faces and hoodies.

Both of the robbers who were holding guns threatened the man and demanded cash.

They then then fled the scene on foot with the stolen money in an unknown direction, a police statement revealed.

Officers were called to the property immediately afterwards and they established a crime scene which forensic officers examined.

A search of the area was also conducted, however the two armed men were again not located.

The villa at the time of the incident was occupied by four adults and four children.

No one was harmed during this incident.

Police are urging anyone with information to call Crimestoppers on 1-800-8477 or use the Crimestoppers online reporting page www. crimestoppers.tc.

Information will be treated in the strictest of confidence.

Latest crime statistics revealed recently that firearm incidents increased by a huge 64 per cent from 85 in 2012 to 139 in 2013. (RB)

Minister of Finance Washington Misick

“There are many options which are open to TCIG. As you all know we have $43 million available in the sinking fund, there will be another close to $12 million this year and so we are hoping…by the time the debt gets to be refinanced in 2016 it will be somewhere between $90 and $100 million and with a good credit

rating we should be able to get a reasonable rate.”

In terms of the policy/strategy to be used, Misick said one of the strategies under consideration is instead of having one debt that is maturing; they may be able to break it into small debts with different maturity dates.

“I would personally like the opportunity for the general public to invest in the Government debt; whether that is something we are to be able to achieve or not, I am not sure.”

He said this is another one of the ideas that have been passed on to the consultant.

However, he noted that they are still looking at this, as the TCI does not have a capital market that makes it

easy to float these things to the public.

“But I am satisfied that we are putting things together and working on a strategy and getting expert advice on how we can deal with the debt beyond 2016.”

In a follow up question, one member asked if the minister is suggesting that persons should sugar coat the state of affairs in the country in order to get a good credit rating.

The minister said that is not what he said or meant; stating that the evidence supports that the economy is rebounding, Government revenue has been increasing and the debt is reducing.

He said that those are the facts.

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Crime strategy must be created – PDM responds to shocking statistics THE POLICE force must step up in the fight against crime by creating new strategies, according to the Opposition party.

A press release from the PDM party this week urged leading officers to take action and stem the worrying increase in violent activity.

At the end of February police revealed that there had been a massive leap in reported crime in 2013 with major areas of concern including burglaries, thefts and firearm related incidents.

A total of 3,337 crimes were recounted to police last year compared to 2,692 in 2012, and 2,857 in 2011.

“For the period of January 1, 2013, to December 31, 2013, the Turks and Caicos Islands has recorded its highest level of crime ever,” the release read.

“We find these statistics alarming and are quick to say that there may be a number of reasons for the surge.”

The party stressed that everyone must do their part to strategically address those issues.

“Whilst we still enjoy a safer environment than our neighbouring countries, we must not take comfort in this,” the release stated.

The PDM put forward a number of suggestions for the Commissioner of Police Colin Farquhar and his team.

Firstly a crime strategy must be put in place to address concerns about crime, the

statement stressed.

“Officers need to have goals and objectives to work towards; this must include the public and other community leaders.”

The party also said there is a need to see the police doing more stop searches and road blocks to show criminals that zero tolerance is the order of business.

Community policing strategies such as the Community Beat Officers Programme (CBOP) are important for bridging the gap between the police and public and building trust, confidence and relationships.

“It must be remembered that people will not trust you overnight.

It's a continuous process,” the party statement said.

The fourth suggestion was that police must lead by example and allegations of police wrong doing must be investigated, from the Commissioner of Police to the youngest recruit.

“The police and Integrity Commission must never appear be selective as to which matters they will look into.”

The Opposition party went on to suggest that the police should work closely with youths in schools and the cadet programme, and the force should also initiate joint operations with other enforcement bodies.

The statement stressed the need for a Police Service Commission to act as a watchdog over policing administrative issues.

“This will serve the people of our country better. The commissioner

PDM leader Sharlene Cartwright Robinson

should, as the law dictates, remain operationally independent.”

Other suggestions included the Commissioner of Police producing an annual policing strategy after consultation with partners and stakeholders. He will then be held accountable to the Governor and the commission.

The police should also review the 2009 to 2014 policing strategy and crime strategy left

by Mr Hall and move forward with implementing many of the plans that are still useful such as forensic coding and intelligence led policing.

Finally the PDM party suggested the return of optimum engagements with schools such as sports and clean-ups.

“The fight has to be taken to those in our society who have chosen a career path on the opposite side of the law,” the party release said.

“The Opposition stands ready to work with the police whenever and wherever we can.

“We consider ourselves partners in the fight against crime and we call on our people to accept this role as well.” (RB)

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TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

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

Who is responsible?

CRIME figures are alarmingly high, gun crime has skyrocketed and murders have become commonplace over the past few months.

The rate of violent crime in the Turks and Caicos Islands is shocking and could destroy the country’s reputation as a safe haven for holidaymakers.

Police officers say they have been unable to deal with rising incidents due to an appalling lack of resources. But to date no official has taken blame for the deplorable situation.

The Governor is responsible for oversight of the police force, the Premier for funding and the Commissioner of Police for running the service.

Who do you think should be held accountable? And what should be done to make sure these high ranking officials maintain an effective police force?

Leader must step forward

How about some joint responsibility?

The Commissioner is useless, as he expected to come here on a ‘golden parachute’ retirement plan and obviously does not fight hard enough with the politicians for what his department needs.

The Governor is worse than useless, but that is exactly what we expect from him and the Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO).

Rufus is living in some la la land where everything is rosy - off on another conference I see.

So with all the leadership combined, we are completely behind the 8 ball!

Unless someone steps up to the plate and takes control of the situation, it will soon start to affect tourism and then we are all screwed.

The only control that we have on high ranking officials is the ballot.

Unfortunately we do not have control over the dregs we get as governors, so we need to find ourselves a strong elected leader, who actually cares about the country more than him (or her) self!

A leader who will actually confront the Governor and FCO and demand what we need to keep our country going strong.

Everyone at fault

I think that all the people of the TCI, residents, Belongers, everyone who has any knowledge of criminal activities or plans and does nothing to prevent them, is to blame.

Anyone who supports criminal activities is to blame.

Anyone who sees something odd or definitely criminal and doesn’t bother calling it in because 'nothing will happen' is to blame.

If everyone were proactive and took a stand against crime then we would not be so reliant on our underfunded police force.

When your kid drives with you and you speed, or talk or text on the phone, you send the message that breaking the law is okay.

When you drink and drive you send the message that that is okay. That’s where its starts - the attitude that laws are for other people.

Well guess what? Some day you may be

on the other end of a speeding driver - or your child - and you will be the first to start laying the blame anywhere but yourself.

Grow up TCI. You can and should prevent crime from happening by setting a good example.

You can help prevent future crimes by reporting the people you know are criminals.

Almost too late

Weekly News editorial blames the mess on Canadians occupying posts of Police Commissioner and Director of Public Prosecutions, but this is largely nonsense.

We have a still unsolved murder of a police officer that pre-dates Canadian involvement, and the most senior native officer is facing charges levied by the Integrity Commission.

You cannot expect the Commissioner of Police, Canadian or otherwise, to run an effective operation with limited manpower and virtually no other resources.

Uncertain whether British can be convinced to come up with additional ‘policing specific’ funding, but no local Government has EVER allocated the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force (RTCIPF) anywhere near the funding it needs to do a proper job.

So far this crime spree has been kept pretty much local but the first death or serious injury to a tourist will mean exactly the same thing for our tourist industry. It’s almost too late!

No one person

Everyone has a responsibility. The folks need to report to the police what they know. The police need to do a better job.

The Premier needs to run the Government.

It took him 16 months in office and he knew on day one police vehicles needed to be ordered.

He also needs to manage fleet maintenance which is loaded with untrained Haitian mechanics who know nothing about preventative maintenance or the workings of modern vehicles.

The police chief needs to motivate the police and ask the Governor to borrow some detectives.

The failure of gun control is classic. Only the crooks have the guns and they will not turn them in.

Premier Rufus Ewing

Governor Peter Beckingham

Real discussion and action

Let us not wait for who will be next!

Sometimes serious or preventive action is only taken when crime is visited upon the ‘who’s who’ in society and then people take note.

If persons are being paid to be the decision makers in this, then that time is now for real discussion and real action.

I am important too. Those who are dignitaries have the required protection that comes with their office.

I need the protection as well that comes with my office - being a Turks and Caicos Islander.

I don’t think the TCI would want a travel restriction imposed on us so this needs to be addressed immediately.

Tourists can afford to go somewhere else.

The question is: can we afford for them to do so?

Managed by the money machine

It is clear that no-one, local or elected is running the TCI. We are being managed by a money machine in London and the Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO).

This machine has inserted into the TCI Constitution provisions such as the Office of the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), to make the Minister of Finance the CFO’s messenger.

Of priority to the CFO, the FCO, former Governor Ric Todd’s agenda is to keep taxes high, the economy dead and limited resources for matters like the police.

Yet where is the political outrage from our elected Government to destroy this evil British money machine?

Are the elected ministers forging a policy direction that would equip police, buy radar equipment, buy surveillance equipment and more salaries for the police?

Why are our elected officials waiting on crime and murders to happen so that they can grumble a near jerk response and then be heard no more?

Learn from the people

The Premier talks of independence, yet can’t even manage or fund an effective police department.

The finger pointing continues with the PDM acting as if they could do any better.

Until real leadership comes to the Turks

Commissioner of Police Colin Farquhar

and Caicos Islands this will be the way things go.

Instead of sending all ministers abroad to learn, they should just learn from the people they are governing.

Less is more

What the editorial said last week was true - the experiment of yet another Canadian entity the police chief is a failed experiment as is the National Health Insurance Plan and FortisTCI. Chief Colin is well spoken but ineffective.

We need detectives and modern day Sherlock Holmes.

We need someone who can organise and motivate the police team, who reflect what is wrong with the entire civil service the last 10 years.

All underpaid for the expectations and overpaid based on performance. We need less, who can do more.

It’s simple stuff

1) They are all responsible for our safety.

2) They may not have high tech methods like ID or forensic files. It takes individuals with analytical minds.

Solving crime is like solving maths problems and many police officers are not tested that way and they are promoted to 'detective'.

Detectives go to college for four to six years and forensic clinical training.

In regards to the latest homicide victim, I haven’t heard of them collecting the phones from the wives, sweethearts, their families or collecting phone records to see who was communicating with who. Simple stuff.

Not taken seriously

Her Majesty’s Government is responsible for our lack of security on the ground and by waterways.

Their responsibility is guarded by the constitution. A responsibility they have never taken seriously in my opinion.

They will only move when the chickens come home to roost in their neighbourhoods.

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Mike Misick seeks release of funds for legal and living expenses – Sufficiency hearing adjourned THE SUFFICIENCY hearing for former Premier, Michael Eugene Misick was on Friday, March 7, adjourned until March 21 by Chief Justice Edwin Goldsbrough.

During the hearing in the Supreme Court on Grand Turk, Misick – who is charged with a conspiracy to receive bribes, conspiracy to defraud government and money laundering related to his time in office - appeared without his lawyers.

His defence team consists of lawyers from F Chambers, his brother Chal Misick and an attorney from a London firm.

In his address to the court – the details of which the media was barred from reporting – the former Premier indicated that he needs monies to be released from his frozen assets so that he can pay his lawyers and for living expenses.

In 2011, the Special Investigation and Prosecution Team (SIPT) acting on a restraint order dated June 23 froze Misick’s assets worldwide.

SIPT lead prosecutor, Andrew Mitchell indicated to the court on Friday that the defendant’s request for the release of money for legal

Pictured: Michael Misick speaking to supporters at the Abundant Life church in Providenciales earlier this year after being released on bail

fees came late on Thursday, March 6, and was not enough time for discussions to be held.

Indications were given that a certain amount could be released to cover Misick’s legal fees and other expenses, and on Wednesday this week (March 12), the matter was discussed before the Chief Justice in the Providenciales Supreme Court in a closed hearing.

Up to press time, this publication was unable to ascertain if an agreement was reached for the release of funds, and in what amount.

Crown ordered to file defence in TWI case

THE CROWN has been instructed by Supreme Court Justice Margaret Ramsay-Hale to file its defence in the case in which Trade Wind Industries (TWI) is questioning the Attorney General’s authority to appoint an arbitrator in a million dollar lawsuit.

At the March 4 hearing, Judge Ramsay-Hale also ruled that the Crown has to provide the company with access to documents that are useful to the case.

Last January 16, Judge Ramsay-Hale handed down her judgment denying the Crown a stay of the company’s injunction.

TWI and the Crown will now go to trial to decide if the Attorney General had the right to appoint arbitrator Kennneth Rokison QC to the three person arbitration panel allegedly without the consent of the TCI Government.

During the last hearing, some indication was given that the Crown might seek to appeal the

judge’s ruling.

However, up to press time, this publication was unable to ascertain whether this will be or has already been done.

The defendants in the $100 million lawsuit are the Governor and Government of the TCI. Last October, the Attorney General was named as a third defendant when the injunction was filed after the arbitrator appointed by TWI – Lawrence Cohen QC – determined that there are constitutional issues of law regarding Rokison’s appointment.

The company alleges that the Government did not give permission for Rokison’s appointment.

In 2012, the plaintiff filed its lawsuit against the TCI Governor, a post held by Ric Todd at the time, and the TCIG for breaches of leases and malicious falsehoods.

The appeal court subsequently sent the case for arbitration. (DI)

However, during the hearing in Grand Turk last week Friday, the SIPT lawyer had expressed concerns about moving the process forward and keeping pace with Justice Paul Harrison’s schedule.

Judge Harrison is presiding over the trial for Misick and 11 others – which includes former Government and other officials charged with money laundering and other offences.

Misick was named in 11 of the charges read to eight of those defendants. The charges were read to them at a plea and directions hearing (PDH) on January 6.

The eleven are Floyd Basil Hall, McAllister Eugene Hanchell, Lillian Elaine Boyce, Jeffrey Christoval Hall, Clayton Stanfield Greene, Thomas ‘Chal’ Misick, Lisa Michelle Hall, Melbourne Arthur Wilson, Quinton Albert Hall, Earlson McDonald Robinson and Norman Saunders Jnr. During their plea and directions hearing, Judge Harrison had granted Mitchell’s application for the ruling on the question of trial without a jury for the 11 to be delayed until the former Premier has had his sufficiency and plea and directions hearings.

That decision will be handed

down on March 31.

After listening to submissions by the SIPT lawyer and the former Premier – who spoke on his own behalf – last Friday, the Chief Justice noted that the application for the release of funds should have been filed much earlier and that someone who was keen to proceed would have done so.

He also noted that while he understood Misick’s arguments for an adjournment of the sufficiency hearing, a date had to be fixed right then for the hearing to be held.

Goldsbrough said he would not deny the former Premier the opportunity to retain legal counsel but that the issue of money for legal expenses was left much too late.

March 21 was thereby set as the next date Misick is to return to court for his sufficiency hearing; his bail was also extended until that date.

As reported by this publication in July 2011, the restraint order reveals a long list of individuals and firms said to be holding Misick’s assets.

They include his ex-wife LisaRaye McCoy, brothers Chal and Lofton Misick, nephew and Air Turks and Caicos boss Lyndon Gardiner, former government ministers Floyd Hall and Jeffrey Hall, and associate Carlton Williams.

Under the tree

The document also named 35 companies, including local and overseas banks, real estate firms and investment agencies.

At the time, the list of assets identified included his Leeward home, condos at the Alexandra resort and Provo Golf Club, land housing the formerly named L’Raye Cinema, and several parcels of land in Providenciales and North Caicos.

The order had also named 17 bank accounts held in Providenciales, Florida, California, London, Liechtenstein and the Czech Republic, plus five locally held credit cards.

The order had mandated that Misick file an affidavit outlining his worldwide assets in their entirety – including all transfers in and out in excess of $10,000 since July 1, 2005.

He was also required to transfer all moveable assets overseas to a location within the TCI. It had also made provisions for Misick to spend up to just $5,000 towards his initial legal expenses, and he was ordered to inform Special Prosecutor Helen Garlick precisely where the money was coming from.

The order had also made provisions for him to receive living expenses and “reasonable” subsequent legal expenses, to be agreed to by Garlick. (DI)

By Benneth Williams

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March 15 - 21, 2014

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

The Government garage is home to about ten damaged emergency vehicles

Out of action ambulance in South Caicos

TCI is an emergency vehicle graveyard OUT of service emergency vehicles are scattered across the Turks and Caicos Islands, the Weekly News can reveal.

Numerous cars, vans and ambulances sit neglected while Government workers cry out for further desperately needed resources.

Last week Minister for Health and Human Services Porsha StubbsSmith admitted that three out of the TCI’s seven ambulances are currently in need of urgent attention.

While the week prior Providenciales police revealed that they only have one operational patrol car - the rest are out of action.

During the latest sitting of the House of Assembly on Thursday, March 6, elected member for Five Cays Sean Astwood asked the minister pertinent questions about the Islands’ ambulances.

He demanded to know how many the Government has and how many are in service.

“The Ministry of Health and

Human Services’ Emergency Health Department has seven ambulances in total,” Stubbs Smith explained.

“In Grand Turk there is one operational ambulance with a second vehicle requiring some repairs but which can be used as a backup.

“In Providenciales, there is one ambulance in regular use with two backup ambulances and one requiring repairs.

“A review of all vehicles has been undertaken and there is one ambulance in South Caicos which is currently out of service.”

She said that the Government’s mechanical workshop is responsible for repairs and maintenance of these vehicles.

Meanwhile additional support is provided as and when needed by the private sector in accordance with the Government’s Vehicle Policy.

She went on to explain that the Ministry of Health had a capital project approved in the 2013/2014 budget for the purchase of two new

ambulances.

The project has been tendered since November 2013, however due to poor reception the tender has been extended three times and the ministry is now seeking direct quotes.

She said that the purchase of three additional ambulances to support operations on the family islands have been included the Ministry of Health’s list of capital projects for 2014/2015.

On Wednesday, February 26, during a press conference Providenciales police admitted they have been sharing a single patrol vehicle for a number of months - and on occasion have had no vehicle at all.

This has led to a plethora of difficulties in patrolling the island as well as responding to crime in a timely manner.

Acting Superintendent Kendall Grant, who is responsible for Providenciales, North Caicos and Middle Caicos, said that the vehicle

Smashed up police cars sit unused while the Provo force operates with one vehicle

situation “really hampered our strategies”.

“The general public needs to be aware and needs to understand our constraints which we work under here at the division.”

New patrol vehicles – 18 Ford Explorers and one Ford Econoline van – are expected arrive within the month.

They will come complete with radios, decals, lights and sirens and will be ready for immediate use. A training programme will be provided for all authorised drivers.

“This will certainly improve our

dire situation,” Commissioner of Police Colin Farquhar said.

However he stressed that many of these vehicles will only replace vehicles that are decommissioned and more will be needed over the next few years.

Seven old police vehicles and three ambulances sit in the Government garage on Old Airport Road in Providenciales.

Last week Premier Rufus Ewing said that Government vehicles will be made available to police to enable them to carry out day and night time patrols. (RB)

Cabinet approves cash for national risk assessment AT THE March 6 meeting of Cabinet, Governor Peter Beckingham was advised to allocate $102,000 to the Money Laundering Reporting Authority for the development and creation of a National Risk Assessment.

The money is to be taken from the National Forfeiture Fund, a post Cabinet press release last week from the Governor’s Office said.

Also at Cabinet, the Governor was advised to approve, on the recommendation of the Money Laundering Authority, that the Proceeds of Crime Ordinance be amended to safeguard funds being retained for third parties in escrow that are within the National Forfeiture Fund.

Meanwhile, approval was given for the restructuring of the Business Licence Fee Schedule, effective July 1, 2014.

This is in addition to the reclassification of the ‘miscellaneous category’ and streamlining and expansion of the ‘reserved category’.

The release noted that non-TCI businesses which are licenced under existing laws and are affected by these changes will be grandfathered in.

Additionally, all licences issued between April 1, 2013, and March 31, 2014, will be given an extension of their validity until June 30, 2014.

Details of the revised fee schedule will be issued by May 1, 2014.

At the same meeting Minister of Border Control and Labour, DonHue Gardiner, presented a report concerning the status of Permanent Residence Citizen (PRC) applications that were approved but not taken up owing to the suspension of PRC applications in February 2010.

According to the release, Cabinet agreed that in cases where the PRC

had been approved prior to the commencement of the Immigration Regulations (amendment) 2012, that the approval should be honoured.

Applicants will have until June 30, 2014, to raise the matter with the ministry.

Cabinet also gave approval that from April 1, 2014, amendments to the Customs Tariff (General) Order 2010 will come into effect to allow a reduction in import duty on pleasure crafts, other marine vessels and rowboats to 12 per cent and that of commercial fishing vessels from 30 per cent to 10 per cent.

The body also noted the historical context of applications for archaeological exploration and salvages licences within the Turks and Caicos Islands and mandated the development of a national policy with procedures to address current and future applications of

archaeological exploration.

Additionally, it was agreed that the Office of the Premier would convene a working group to develop a national policy and in so doing would consider elements of the UNESCO Convention governing underwater exploration and salvaging of wrecks.

Approval was also given for amendments to be made to the Turks and Caicos Islands Building Code to bring the code in line with international best practice.

The Governor and ministers also discussed the civil service employment and benefits policy working group.

The working group would include individuals from the Deputy Governor’s Office, Human Resource Directorate and others that would be tasked with strategies for the recruitment, retention and promotion

of TC Islanders in the civil service and their benefits such as gratuity and performance award bonuses and other allowances.

Also during that Cabinet meeting, a number of appointments were made.

Cabinet agreed that Seamus Day should be appointed the (unpaid) adviser on Sir Richard Branson’s Carbon War Room alternative energy initiative for the Minister of Government Support Services and the Government as a whole.

Day will continue his liaison with the Carbon War Room following the recent decision of the Government to join the initiative.

Cabinet also approved the appointment of Stacey Cox, Alvin Parker, Adrian Williams, Dethia Russell and Takara Bain to serve on the Turks and Caicos Tourist Board.

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PDM slams Gov’t for proposed increases to business licences THE OPPOSITION has blasted the Government following media reports of proposed increases to business licences, calling it an attack on the business community and an attempt to further hinder opportunities to jump start the economy.

As reported in another section of

the media, some of the licences to be increased include real estate, from $3,400 to $5,400, nursery and day care from $300 to $540, property development from $5400 to $10,000, seafood processing from $300 to $675, barbershops, beauty salons, tattoo parlours and tailor shops all

Finance Minister questions PAC findings MINISTER of Finance Washington Misick has defended the excess expenditure for financial year (FY) 2012/2013, stating that the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) report presented to parliament last month did not present the full picture.

On Thursday, March 6, the minister presented a motion for the withdrawal of a supplementary appropriation bill that had been laid before the house for that year, on the basis that the audited financial statements for 2012/2013 are not yet completed.

On February 17, the PAC presented a report that showed a net excess expenditure on each item of the estimate for 2012/2013 as $19,003,370.

However, due to savings in other areas there was a net effect of only $9 million over expenditure.

The report stated that there was a savings of more than $10 million at the end of the financial year.

However, in responding to the report at the last sitting of the house, the finance minister criticised the findings as not reflecting the true state of affairs.

He said the unaudited information to date suggests that during the financial year 2012/2013, the TCI Government’s recurrent expenditure budget was $180,242,378 and as of March 31, 2013 the unaudited expenditure incurred by the TCIG was about $168.9 million.

He noted that at the end of that year the TCIG had an unaudited surplus of $56,409,322.

“During the budget year for 2012/2013 the Appropriation Bill was drafted with appropriations being allocated at a departmental level and as I said in the last budget we decided that was not the route we want to take.”

He added that at the time there were 84 departments and 13 ministries and of the total departments, 52 operated within their appropriation.

In addition, the departments managed to end the financial year 2012/2013 with an accumulated saving of just over $30.5 million and the report does not acknowledge this achievement, Misick said.

“The PAC report states that the supplementary appropriations should be sought for any account within a department that was not

appropriated, and so the budget preparation and the policy spoke to the subheads and not to the details.

“So the $19 million emanated from the details rather than subheads.”

He said what the committee did was pick out the excess from each department on a line item basis instead of totalling up the figures, putting the pluses and the minuses together and then reporting on the balance.

“However, while accepting that all is not perfect and I appreciate the work of the PAC, I am sure they are doing the best that they can.

“And this is not a criticism of their work, but I think it is important to respond as minister of finance to clear up any misconceptions that might have been inadvertently communicated to the public.”

He added that while no finger pointing is being done, his team at the ministry will be reviewing the current policy and will be submitting recommendations to facilitate the process while retaining overall financial integrity and control.

Another part of the report complained of the difficulty in getting proper answers from accounting officers, to which the finance minister has made a suggestion in an attempt to simplify the process.

He suggested that the PAC – after reviewing the accounts - supply the officers with written questions, in the same manner that the Opposition supplies the Government with questions before they are asked in the House of Assembly.

The minister said this would allow the officers the opportunity to supply the committee with more accurate answers.

“When accounting officers are asked to give the reply to questions on the cuff, without any previous notice of what the issue the PAC may be pre-occupied with, they are more likely to provide information that may be questionable; not that there is any intention to mislead the committee.”

He noted that this may be a difficult to do as there are follow-up questions, but stated that as it relates to major concerns in the accounts it would be useful if the relevant accounting officers were given an opportunity to research the answers to the issues that the PAC may have.

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increase from $300 to $540.

In a press statement on Thursday (March 13) the PDM’s Shadow Minister for Investment and Trade, Sean Astwood blasted what he called the Government’s inability to come up with a progressive strategy to drive the local economy and raise government revenue.

“With wages stagnant and job opportunities scarce at best, can the people of these Islands afford yet another round of taxation, even if disguised?” Astwood questioned.

He also noted that the constant hike in prices or new taxes implemented by the Government on an economy that is struggling to recover will only result in more financial hardship for an already distressed people.

“Each new tax has been added without consultation or without consideration for small businesses or the average family.

“The domino effect happens in all instances, as businesses undoubtedly will pass on the additional costs to the consumer. Ultimately, the buck will stop with the small man.”

He said the continued attempt to get blood out of a stone is a bad strategy that will result in further stress on business and possibly lead to some closures.

Furthermore, he added, the continued uncertainty created by the Government is bad for business.

“Whether it is loose talks of independence or implementing increase taxation with short to no notice, this will undoubtedly paint a negative picture of the business environment here in the Turks and Caicos for any potential investor.”

The PDM Deputy Leader again called on the Government to rethink its approach to taxation and seek

PDM’s Shadow Minister for Investment and Trade, Sean Astwood

consultation before making decisions that are detrimental to the people and businesses.

He also urged the Ewing administration to implement incentives and relief packages that will create a better climate for business.

The latest increase in business licence fees is intended to take effect in July 1.

Other reported increases include optometry, chiropractic, physiotherapy and laboratory services to be increased from $300 to $2,700.

Pharmacies from $300 to $540; property development from $5,400 to $10,000 per year, property management will increase from $675 to $100 per unit and strata management services from $675 to $1,350.

Event planning and coordination will move from $300 to $1,000 and provision of tourism services from $1,350 to $300.

Hotels currently pay between $675 and $13,500, but under the proposed structure they will pay $50 per room, while apartment rents which now pay between $300 and $4,000, will have to pay $300 per unit.

Motor vehicle sales companies will pay $2,700 instead of $1,350, and internet service providers increases from $1,350 to $1,500.

Telecommunications services have increased from $300 to $3,000, cruise port facilities from $300 to $15,000, shipyard and marinas from $300 to $3,000, and airline charter operations from $300 to $1,000.

Ground handling services from $300 to $4,000, fixed based operations from $300 to $10,000.

Designated restaurants and cafes from $675 to $1,500, bars from $300 to $540, designated bars from $675 to $1,000, catering and private chef services from $300 to $675, mobile food sales from $300 to $675, sea food processing from $300 to $1,000, dutyfree shops from $300 to $1,500.

Wholesale liquor importers will remain at $2,700, as will importers other than liquor.

Cleaning, maid and janitorial services will move up to $400 from $300.

Laundromats and auditoriums will increase from $300 to $1,000, cinemas from $300 to $200, gyms and fitness centres from $300 to $540, gaming and casinos from $300 to $1,500, golf courses from $8,100 to $10,000, air conditioning and refrigeration from $300 to $1,000.

Landscaping and nursery from $300 to $1,350, drilling services from $300 to $1,000, dredging and mining from $300 to $2,700, garage services from $300 to $1,000 and aviation refuelling services and distilleries from $300 to $1,500.

It was reported that if approved, the new rates would apply to new applicants. (DI)

Gov’t officials attend Caricom meeting in St Vincent PREMIER Rufus Ewing led a group of TCI Government officials to the 15th inter-sessional meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government of the Caribbean Community (Caricom) this week.

The gathering of regional leaders was held on Monday and Tuesday (March 10 and 11) in St Vincent and the Grenadines.

The meeting, which saw about 18 countries throughout the Caribbean region represented, focused especially on information and community technology, human resource development and the sustainable growth and development of regional economies.

Also on the agenda was the preceding deliberation of recommendations to be laid by the Council for Finance and Planning (COFAP) and that of the prime

ministerial sub-committee on the Caricom Single Market and Economy (CSME).

These both had a focus on sustainable growth and economic development of the member states of Caricom.

Joining the Premier during the trip was Minister for Border Control and Labour, Ricardo Don-Hue Gardiner and the Head of Secretariat to the Office of the Premier, Ronlee James.

Among the heads of government present was the prime minister of the Commonwealth of the Bahamas, Perry Christie, who presented on governance, border control and illegal immigration.

Premier Ewing met with Prime Minister Christie while attending a tourism conference in Nassau, Bahamas last month.

The prime minister’s government led a fact-finding mission to the Turks and Caicos Islands last June, 2013 after being charged with assessing the state of affairs in the TCI. During his meeting with the Premier he was briefed on the progress to date on the state of governance and democracy in the Turks and Caicos Islands.

Among the other key topics discussed during the two-day summit were the ruling of the Dominican Republic constitutional court on nationality, criteria for membership and associate membership, border issues and the reparations for native genocide and slavery.

The Premier and his delegation returned to the TCI on Wednesday (March 12).

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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.

Government cannot maintain sports field

Dear Editor, At 10am on Friday, March 7, I, along with others, was asked to try to get the National Sports Stadium ready for the Inter High School Track Meet scheduled to start at 3pm on March 9.

The sports field was and is a shambles.

Large parts of the fencing are torn and falling down; what grass remains is dying through lack of water either because the irrigation system no longer works or is not being used; the buildings are deteriorating and the stadium was strewn with garbage.

These Islands are beautiful by nature but its inhabitants seem determined to destroy its beauty by throwing litter everywhere.

This is a multi-million dollar tax payer funded facility which is going to rack and ruin through lack of maintenance.

When the sports field was originally proposed in its present location, the British West Indies Collegiate offered the land freely to Government under certain conditions.

It also suggested that the collegiate should maintain the facility with Government funding in the belief,

subsequently proven correct, that it would do a better job.

Government, in response, said it would prefer to maintain the sports field itself and asked for additional land for a VIP car park which the school provided.

Government subsequently refused to honour the commitments it made regarding the sports field.

In order to get the stadium ready in time for the track meet the British West Indies Collegiate provided 12 ‘press ganged’ volunteers for two days whereas Government provided two men for one day.

If the stadium was fit for purpose at the opening on March 9 it was certainly not due to the efforts of Government.

After the Commission of Inquiry, the British administration arrived here on a wave of popularity supposedly to right the wrongs.

It has made a complete and utter mess of things and everyone cannot now wait for them to leave. There is popular talk of independence but it is not our time yet.

I would respectfully suggest to the citizens of these Islands that if we cannot provide the finances and skills to maintain a sports field

and get it ready for an important event, what prospects do we have of running a successful Government?

Very few Government departments work efficiently. This statement will perhaps offend some Government workers and others but any member of the public who has recently had to deal with a Government department will confirm it to be true.

The Government must accept that it made a mistake in insisting on maintaining the sports field itself.

Put the task into capable hands where the tax payers money is well spent rather than frittered away.

It is in the interests of the British West Indies Collegiate to maintain the sports field in good condition at a reasonable charge to Government for use by all.

It is a privilege for any school to have the use of such a sports facility.

In its present state of dis-repair and neglect right next to the collegiate it diminishes the collegiate as well as the Government.

Yours sincerely, B B Wigglesworth, Leeward, Providenciales

Illogical legislation Dear Editor, It seems that history is about to repeat itself yet again in the TCI by way of the Designated Resorts (Management and Rentals) Bill 2014.

This legislation if passed in its draconian draft form will create a virtual monopoly of expatriate owned resort management companies to the detriment and possible exclusion of developing TCI owned businesses.

Seem familiar? There was a previous attempt to accomplish this in the ill-fated VAT bill.

One has to ask what is the logic and motive behind this proposed legislation - a sop to wealthy developers intent on creating a cash cow for themselves for years to come?

We will be told that the aim is to maximise tax collection; just not true as the vast majority of condo owners pay the tax due to TCIG. Even more illogical is that the legislation is totally one sided,

as if drafted by the developers’ management companies themselves.

Investors’ fundamental property rights will be restricted and their purchase contacts breached.

More importantly the proposed monopoly itself is totally unregulated (unlike the financial services industry) and will enable the so called ‘management’ companies to operate without accountability to either the property owners or the authorities, a law unto themselves.

My fear is that investor confidence will be damaged and that our TCI tourist product may be diminished.

Hopefully sanity and common sense will prevail and our elected members will put this bill where it belongs, in the garbage bin!

Concerned Condo Owner (name provided) Leeward, Providenciales

COMMENTARY

Warning signs WHEN we ignore warning signs we get into trouble.

As a US child in WWII we remember the sirens and air raid drills. In that era’s London, V1s from Hitler, (death drones), were buzzing above the city.

When the buzz stopped the missile dropped and blew up.

Wardens shouted warnings: “Head for the storm cellar it’s a bloody buzz bomb!”

TCI voters cannot complain about conditions today because the warning signs were everywhere.

In 2007 the ‘Punch’ newspaper of Freeport, Bahamas, circulated here in the TCI reported Lord David Triesman, the UK Undersecretary of State, saying:

“Certain territories need to be addressed, corruption and financial issues....”

As early as 2005 government payrolls were late, then government tuition payments to private schools dried up.

The near $11 million granted in May 2003 to PDM to build the North and Middle Caicos Causeway disappeared.

Not until 2007 did a $5 million dirt bridge emerge. Then God sent his warning taking it out with little wet Hanna exactly one year later.

God followed up slamming the government seat and South Caicos with powerful Ike. Way back in 2003 two men who testified in the by-election hearings went to jail days later for crimes

SPACE IS LIMITED!

pending when they testified.

In the 2007 election 56 per cent of the voters somehow gave PNP nearly 90 per cent of the seats.

Eighteen months ago 44 per cent of the voters gave the PNP 60 per cent of the seats by margins as low as 11 votes.

The sirens were blowing and ignored in Cheshire Hall.

In 2008 the two man Opposition joined by Doug Parnell sounded warnings in a printed release called ‘The People’s Voice’.

They warned: Unemployment was at its highest. Now it’s higher.

The price for fuel was on the way up. Now it’s higher. The cost of food was also on the way up and is now much higher. The price for electricity was “out of control”, nothing has

By David Tapfer

David is a retired mobile hydraulic engineer and business executive. He has been married to Middle Caicos native Yvette Robinson Tapfer for 25 years and has lived in Conch Bar, Middle Caicos, since 2002. David formerly served as branch chairman of the PDM from 2008 to 2011

changed there.

Nearly four per cent of the people were living in poverty and now its reported to be 22 per cent. In reality it is higher, growing every day.

Workers’ health certifications went to $100 but now they are $200. Custom fees surcharges were 2.5 per cent, now they are seven per cent. Immigration fees went up 10 per cent but now they are up 100 per cent.

Departure fees were pushing $100 and they may soon rise as much as 35 per cent more.

In early 2009 the Commission

of Inquiry sounded warning, warning!

One year later in came the health plan costing 40 per cent of the budget after employing Chinese construction workers living in containers to build the hospitals.

Education issues ignored for nearly 11 years have now reached critical mass.

The sirens have blown, the buzz bombs exploded and the red lights flashed.

When will we heed the warnings? We wonder.

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Beaches to overhaul cultural market and beach access IMPROVED public beach access, a revamp of the cultural market and extensive landscaping are some of the commitments of Beaches Resort and Spa in its new development agreement with the Government.

Premier and Minister of Tourism, Rufus Ewing indicated at the House of Assembly last week that the resort committed to several works on the Forbes Road beach access in the Bight, among a number of other initiatives.

He was responding to questions posed by Elected Member for Five Cays, Sean Astwood during the March 6 sitting.

Ewing informed the house that the company would be curbing the roundabout adjacent to the pathway, preparing the road and applying the chip seal surface.

He added that they would also provide proper signage to the footpath to indicate the location of the beach access.

Additional land has been bought by the resort at a cost of $380,000 per acre to provide a 20 car park space adjacent to the beach access, the Premier said.

“They will also delineate the path to the beach using large stones and edging, tidying up the landscaping

on either side of the foot path - but only on Crown land - and plant low maintenance shrubs around the roundabout at the end of Forbes Road.”

He added that in addition to this, Beaches has committed to doing several works in and around the cultural market as part of implementing a programme for the marketing of the centre.

When the works are done, the centre will form part of the resort and guest experience.

“In so doing, the developer was tasked with washing down all external elevations of the cultural centre, to repair and redecorate public bathrooms, the provision of two new vanity units, repair the roof and ceiling of the structure, repair the placement of the fixings – basically a total remodelling of the existing cultural market in addition to doing works in the parking lot adjacent to the cultural centre…”

Ewing told the house that it is also Beaches’ responsibility to plant and maintain the shrubs and take care of garbage in and around the cultural market.

As part of the agreement, they are also tasked with maintaining the beach access between the Alexandra resort and the Key West Village, he

Three charged with attempted murder THREE men from Five Cays, Providenciales, have been charged with attempted murder following a night time shootout at a Downtown bar.

Chabo Capron, Brachard Walkin and Obenson Williams all faced court on Wednesday (March 12) where the charges were read to them.

The charges are in relation to a shooting at Jam Rock bar in Sammy Been Plaza during the early hours of February 24.

Three men suffered from gunshot wounds following a fight that broke out at about 3am during a party at the popular nightspot.

Injured Obenson Williams and Avanson Capron were taken to Cheshire Hall Medical Centre where they were treated. Both men were released the same week.

The third victim, Clayton Morris of Kew Town, suffered more serious injuries and was only released from hospital on Saturday (March 8).

This week accused Chabo Capron, 32, who was born in Grand Turk, was charged with two counts of attempted murder.

Meanwhile Brachard Walkin, 22, who was born in Grand Turk, and Obenson Williams, 26, born in Haiti, were both charged with one count of attempted murder.

All three men appeared in Providenciales Magistrates Court on Old Airport Road on Wednesday to have the charges

read to them by Magistrate Clifton Warner.

Walkin and Williams were both ordered to reappear in court on May 2 for their sufficiency hearing.

However Capron contested the manner in which he had been charged.

He argued that he had been under a 10 day detention order which ended 26 minutes before he was laid with his first charge.

Crown prosecutor Samantha Glinton said that in the Firearm Related Offences Detention and Bail Ordinance, it states that once the detention time is up the prisoner must be released “unless charged”.

However Warner insisted that charging once the detention is over is unnecessary and not good practice.

“All this trouble we’re going through is because people don’t observe time,” he said.

After about 45 minutes of discussion he went on to decline jurisdiction and allow the matter to go before a judge.

“They can call me foolish but I’m telling you this is wrong,” the magistrate stressed.

In February 2010 Capron was jailed for a year for illegal possession of ammunition and in August 2012 he was fined $1,500 after being found guilty of assault occasioning actual bodily harm.

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added.

“In so doing the removal of garbage at least twice per week, the maintenance of the footpath, structures in and around the gazebo and the beach, maintaining the toilet facilities including putting toilet paper at the public bathrooms in that area.”

He said this formed part of the overall negotiations with Beaches in the new development agreement.

Another aspect of the negotiations and agreement involved the provision of beach access between Beaches existing Italian Village and the new Key West Village.

Asked if the resort company has met all of the negotiated agreements, particularly the works for the cultural

market, the Premier said not yet.

However, he stated his belief that the works are still ongoing.

“They are doing extensive works to the cultural market and I think there are still additional obligations they have ongoing in that area including the proper signage.”

He said the Government is also committed to enhancing and working along with the cultural market in terms of erecting signage.

“Not only in the area of the cross road between Alexandra and Key West Village but also high up on the highway and throughout areas in Grace Bay and also putting promotional brochures within the resorts on Grace Bay directing them to the cultural market so that we can

increase and maximise the exposure of the cultural market in that area.”

As for training of craft vendors in customer friendly service, another question raised, the Premier said that he is unaware if Beaches has implemented this sort of training, but added that this is something which Government is keen - through the Tourism Ministry - to see take place.

He said he has already spoken to some persons at the cultural market who can help organise the activities there to maximise on their sales and promote TCI. “But we will continue to work with Beaches because whatever the private sector can do we will try to work with them to get it done,” Ewing said. (DI)

Public consultations on Gov’t revenue strategy set to start soon THE GOVERNMENT will soon be engaging people across the Islands on a range of issues, including spending of the $15 million from the European Development Fund (EDF).

While responding to questions in the House of Assembly last March 6 concerning the public dialogue on how the $15 million will be applied, Finance Minister Washington Misick said the public can look forward to consultations starting as early as next Monday (March 17).

At the time he told the house that the Government is finalising preparations for the consultations on its overarching policy for growth and empowerment.

Ahead of the consultations, the ministry is compiling brochures explaining its short and long term objectives and the policy implications.

Last week he said this process is fairly advanced and would have been available to the public by this week; however measures will be put in place for persons to access the brochure electronically from the ministry’s website.

Meanwhile, the minister also reminded members of the house last Thursday that the EU money from EDF 10 is for budgetary support and has certain conditions attached.

“We intend to have extensive consultations with the public as it relates to the entire revenue strategy and how not only the EDF fund ties into it, but how the whole budgeting process for 2014/2015 was put together and what the policy implications are of the budget,” Misick said.

The EDF funds, he added, will be paid into the Government budget for improving the enabling environment for private sector development, to encourage greater investment in order to bring about sustainable and inclusive economic growth.

“This includes a general evaluation of progress each year as it is carried out for all countries receiving funding. It also includes some specific conditions for the second and third years of the programme.”

He further advised that there are no specific conditions concerning small

businesses owned by TC Islanders.

He noted that one specific initiative is a joint public private sector study with a view to putting in a comprehensive system of support for small businesses.

He said what is informing the Government’s decision is the need to empower TC Islanders, to grow the economy, to generate the level of revenue that is important to deliver the social needs of the community and to reduce the debt burden, particularly as it relates to the $260 million guarantee.

Specifically for small businesses, Government is reviewing its permanent residency policy to encourage partnerships between direct foreign investors and the local business community – particularly small and medium sized enterprises (SME), Misick said.

“This initiative is not a

requirement of the EDF; we are not reacting to the EDF.” He added: “The paper I spoke of belongs to the TCI Government in empowering not only the business community but the young professionals who would like to improve their career opportunities.”

He noted that Government is also looking at how it can revise the immigration fee structure to force businesses that would not otherwise employ and encourage local people to do so, under the new set of rules.

He also advised that the Government has made $20,000 available in this year’s budget to be put together with another $20,000 from the private sector (specifically the Bankers association) to develop a SME organisation.

The minister said the project has been approved and is ongoing. (DI)

Sufficiency hearing for ‘Piper’ on perjury charge delayed THE SUFFICIENCY hearing for former Natural Resources Minister, McAllister ‘Piper’ Hanchell, initially set for Friday, March 7, has been adjourned until April 4.

Last Friday, March 7, Hanchell appeared before the Chief Justice, Edwin Goldsbrough in the Grand Turk Supreme Court without legal representation for the hearing related to a criminal offence of perjury he was charged with last January 15.

The judge ordered that his lawyer - Lara Maroof of F Chambers - provide the court with written submissions by the close of business on March 31.

Hanchell’s bail was also extended until April 4.

The Special Investigation and Prosecution Team (SIPT) had first charged the former Government minister with perjury in 2012,

but it was not read to him when he appeared in court this January to answer to other charges. The prosecution had advised the court that it needed additional information.

It was later re-taken and Hanchell was charged in the magistrate’s court.

The charge alleges that Hanchell lied to the Commission of Inquiry in 2009.

Hanchell also faces charges of conspiracy to bribe, conspiracy to defraud the TCI Government and money laundering.

He appeared in Providenciales Supreme Court before Judge Paul Harrison, along with ten others in January to plead to those charges.

The judge is expected to rule on the prosecution’s application for the 11 to be tried without a jury on March 31. (DI)

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GARDENING 

How does your garden grow

Love vine HERE in the Turks and Caicos Islands, a pale yellow or orangeyellow vine can be seen clinging to roadside bushes and trees.

Locals call it ‘love vine’ (Cuscuta) because of its ability to strangle the life out of its host.

Having had much luck in the love department myself, I like to refer to it as ‘hate vine’.

If this vine decides to take up residence in your yard, getting rid of

it can be hell on earth.

While we like to think of all living things as God’s creatures, I can only imagine the mood he was in when this plant was created.

Love vine starts its life as a green, thin-leafed plant, wholly selfsufficient with a rope-like stem.

As it crawls along, it seeks a host plant or tree on which to climb and becomes a true parasite, giving up its green leaves and chlorophyll

Weekly Recipe Katherine Withers Green, 27, is a mum of one 14-monthold avid pasta lover. She knows from experience that finding meals that are nutritious, quick and easy to make, and that can be frozen for a later date is tough.

These recipes are aimed at mothers looking to make the transition from baby food to ‘real’ food.

Tiny pasta with Swiss cheese, spinach and corn SERVES: 3

(mushrooms are the only other plant form not to produce chlorophyll), and receives its entire sustenance at the expense of the host it has attached itself to, eventually killing the host.

As it grows it produces small flowers with clusters of seeds. When the host shrub is disturbed, the seeds fall to the ground and germinate, beginning the life cycle of yet another love vine plant.

The seeds also become airborne by way of wind and birds.

Among their various ecological effects, Cuscuta species act as vectors, though not exclusive vectors, for various plant diseases.

They may pass various fungi, viruses and other pathogens to host

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plants, or from one host plant to another.

Now, how to get rid of this plant?

I do not know of a fool proof method, although through experimentation, several local gardeners have come up with some basic measures.

First, prune back the afflicted plant, but it is very important not to scatter the seed.

Carefully place branches in a plastic bag, picking up any pieces dropped, tie carefully and remove immediately from your yard.

Be sure to carefully remove the stems that have penetrated the bark.

Also, study the ground for any new green plants that have germinated and remove them by their root.

I have also found that a strong solution of nitrogen will cause the plant to ‘explode’ by forcing it to produce chlorophyll.

Either a strong solution of

fertilizer or Round-Up in a spray bottle with a small nozzle will allow application to small areas.

If the solution happens to land on leaves, they will burn and drop off, but should not harm the roots of an afflicted shrub.

The love vine has proliferated throughout the Islands due mostly to hurricanes that have spread seeds with high winds.

Try your best to identify love vine in adjacent vacant lots and along roadsides bordering your property and eliminate as outlined.

It takes constant vigilance to identify new vines and remove as soon as possible to prevent injury to your trees and shrubs.

Perhaps ‘love vine’ refers to bush medicine, because it is considerate as an aphrodisiac.

As with most of the local remedies, the vine leaves are made into a tea.

FASHION AND BEAUTY  I am a Turks and Caicos native with a natural talent for writing and a love for all things beauty and style. You can find out more from at itseasher.com or if you have any questions, suggestions or would like to get in touch, email me at easherparker@gmail.com or follow me on Twitter or Instagram @itseasher to get fab instant updates wherever I go!

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Must have accessories for spring

INGREDIENTS

• 3 tablespoons of small pasta shapes • 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour • 1/2 cup baby’s usual milk • 1/2 cup grated Swiss cheese • 1/4 cup thawed frozen spinach • 2/3 cup of cooked corn

METHOD

• This recipe combines spinach which is a vital source of iron, with the slightly sweet taste of Swiss cheese that appeals to babies.

• Cheese is a good source of concentrated calories, protein and calcium and extra soft pasta is a

good way to start your babies off learning to chew.

• Cook the pasta a little longer than recommended on the package to ensure it’s nice and soft.

• Melt butter, stir in flour, cook for 30 seconds.

• Whisk in milk to make a smooth white sauce. Bring to boil and simmer for two minutes.

• Remove from heat, stir in cheese until melted. Combine spinach with cheese sauce and purée.

• Stir cooked pasta and corn into the sauce and hey presto healthy easy meal.

• This should make three portions, can be frozen and works for vegetarian parents too!

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@gmail.com.

Skinny bangles appear to be the increasing trend but there is no crime in the chunky cuffs either.

Have some fun by stacking on a few or mixing metals and materials for some great effects.

THE LIST on spring 2014 musthaves can start today and end next week but we’ll just stick to the core basics.

The forecast for this season is looking big, bright and elaborate.

Spring feels like the only time you should be able to get away with being over the top with accessories but we know that some of us like to keep things going year round in the Islands.

So what are some of the items to consider adding to that spring wardrobe?

Printed scarf The key to nailing it with this item in your wardrobe for the season is to aim for a pallet of pinks and corals.

Of course with fashion you don’t always have to conform to all the trends or rules.

Florals and crochet patterns are in, so you may see a few made with that particular print and texture.

In our tropical climate I recommend opting for lighter materials if you want to remain comfortable while fashionably fab.

Statement necklace While just about any statement necklace would do, beaded necklaces and animal pendants (butterflies, bees, birds and wildcats) appear to be leading the way for spring.

You can also expect to see gems, messages and slogans (L-O-V-E).

Stacked cuffs You can also term them bangles or bracelets. What’s great with this item for the season is that you don’t have to play it safe with one or two.

Cocktail ring What I love about cocktail rings is that they’re big, fabulous and always on time for spring (summer too).

They just add that missing touch of flare.

Although in the Islands we don’t really have cold and covered winters there is nothing wrong with welcoming the season with brightly coloured arm candy.

Metallic clutch Metallic (also iridescence or embellishments) is definitely a yes this season but there are some of us who aren’t fans of incorporating the concept into half of or an entire outfit.

A metallic clutch is perfect for those who fancy the bold trends but like to keep things balanced or toned down.

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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.

Be inspired to eat right by a culinary genius DURING National Nutrition Month, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics encourages everyone to ‘Enjoy the taste of eating right’.

There is a myth that all healthy foods taste terrible; so, I love this year’s theme because it confirms that taste and health can happily coexist.

As registered dieticians and nutrition experts, we are trained to use food and the nutrients it provides, to either prevent or control various diseases.

However, as consumers looking to satisfy the physiological need of hunger, we don’t go looking for nutrients; instead we look for foods that are pleasing to the palate.

So, what better way to get healthy, good tasting foods than from a chef?

We sat with owner and chef Lorraine Kenlock of Irie Dawta Catering and Events Planning to get some of her secrets to making tasty goodfor-you foods.

Lorraine gave the following tips: -Use fresh ingredients.

-Stick to healthy fats such as olive oil.

-Roasting brings out flavour while lowering fat content.

-Coarse grain sea salt works miracles in the flavour department.

-Fresh ginger must become your new best friend.

-Hypertensive patients tired of bland food? Switch to adding dill (fresh or dried) when cooking; this adds flavour and allows you to lower your salt usage.

-Make a commitment during this National Nutrition Month to try some of Irie Dawta’s suggestions so that you continue to ‘Enjoy the taste of eating right’.

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

Golf - Train to improve, train to prevent GOLF is growing in popularity, but so have the injuries. Elite golfers and amateurs alike are turning to exercise programmes to improve their game and reduce the risk of injury.

Almost half of amateur golfers were found to develop a golf-related injury over a two year period.

Injuries most often arise from repetitive use. The back, the wrist and the shoulder are most often affected.

The most common causes of injury are the strain of the swing because of inadequate flexibility, fatigue or improper technique.

A golf-ready training programme should improve flexibility by proper stretching sessions to improve the motion of the shoulders, back and hips which prevents injury and can increase performance.

This must be a regular routine to

make gains: not just before a round.

The minutes before you tee up, like all sports, should be focused on warming up more than stretching.

Looking at today’s top golfers compared them to the past it is easy to see there is much more emphasis on fitness.

Not surprising today’s professional golfers rely on proper fitness and are achieving a better result.

Most programmes emphasise cardio fitness to prevent fatigue and

strengthening of the core, back and shoulders.

Even if you are like most golfers and hitting the links just once a week, a twice weekly training programme will improve your score and keep you safe.

Finally it is important to realise that two types of injury occur in golf.

An acute injury is usually due to a mis-swing or a duff where you strain part of your body, most often treated with rest, ice and elevation.

The more common injury is the repetitive strain. It is important to recognise that this ongoing issue rarely resolves on its own.

Identifying both the injury and the process are important in planning out recovery.

With a few tips and a few proper exercises will improve your game and keep you playing on.

POLICE SAFETY TIPS

Calling the police on your children I KNOW that many parents are alarmed at the idea of calling the police on their kids. And believe me, I really understand that.

You’re getting the law and the Government involved in your home. Many people are afraid that if they call the police, they’ll lose control of the whole process.

I also think there’s a social stigma attached to it; many parents are embarrassed by what their neighbours will think if they see the police at their house.

They also may feel ashamed of themselves; they question themselves and wonder why they can’t handle their own kid.

I want to be very clear here: it’s tough for parents to call the police and it’s a very personal decision.

It’s not for everyone, and if this option does not work for you or your family, then I think you should listen to your gut feeling.

I really think everybody has to honour the choice of the parents.

After all, you have to live with

By Audley Astwood

Police Public Relations Officer

yourself for a long time.

Thirty years from now, your child’s teachers and counsellors won’t remember him, but you will, and you want to act in a way that you won’t regret later.

Let’s say a parent has decided that they would be willing to take that risk.

How do they know when it’s time to call the police?

In other words, what behaviour would constitute a good reason for taking this action?

I think you call the police when safety is an issue or when the behaviour crosses the line and becomes criminal.

This includes when things are getting broken and when people are getting threatened or hurt.

To be more specific, if your child

grabs a book and throws it across the room, I don’t think you call the police.

But if he punches holes in the wall or breaks something on purpose, I think you tell him: “Next time you lose control like that, I’m going to call the police.” And if he does it again, you follow through.

To put it another way, I think you should consider calling the police when you see a pattern of behaviour that’s unsafe and threatening to others.

Make it clear to your child that: “This is the consequence for abusive, destructive or criminal behaviour.”

And hopefully he will learn from that consequence and make a different choice next time.

I think it’s very black and white.

When you have a child who is willing to violate the rules of your household - a child who’s willing to climb out the window and stay out all night, break his sister’s iPod, punch holes in the wall or push his father or mother or siblings - you need to take very strong action.

Believe me you have a child who’s really in an awful lot of trouble as a person.

If this is the case with your child then it’s time to get social services and the justice system involved.

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March 15 - 21, 2014

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

Sugary beverages contribute to Minister recognises TCI’s great women kidney disease - diet experts

BY DAISY HANDFIELD WATER is the natural substance that the Cheshire Hall Medical Centre and the Ministry of Health and Human Services are promoting for this year’s World Kidney Day 2014.

As part of the celebration, the Providenciales hospital along with the ministry had a display in the hospital lobby that educated the public on their kidneys.

On Thursday (March 13), people walked in and got their blood pressures checked and also their weight.

Hypertension is one of the leading contributors to kidney disease along with weight, so the two bodies decided to make them the focus of the day.

The Weekly News spoke to Lakeisha Wilson, a nutritionist for the Ministry of Health and Human Services in the Family Healthcare Department, who said that her objective, along with the hospital was to promote awareness about the benefits of water consumption.

“The damages are far reaching and if we look at what is happening in the Turks and Caicos at the moment, we have an increase in persons that are becoming diabetic, hypertensive.”

What stood out on the display table was the demonstration of a variety of sugary beverages verses water and the amount of sugar that they all contained.

One of the popular drinks was cola which possessed about nine teaspoons of sugar and was very harmful to the human body.

Residents learn about the dangers of consuming too much sugary beverages

Wilson went on to speak about the importance of adapting a healthy lifestyle, in terms of food consumption.

She said that a good way to measure your food would be to have a simple nine inch serving plate and divide the plate into halves and measure the types of food that you consume.

“Make half that plate vegetables, and the other half you divide it into quarters and make one half your protein and one half your starch.

“That starch can be whatever you chose.”

In general, you want to make

THE COUNTRY’s most influential women were recognised on Saturday (March 8) as part of International Women’s Day. To acknowledge the day Amanda Missick, Minister of Environment and Home Affairs, offered her respect to the ladies who were instrumental in developing the TCI. “Women have successfully sacrificed and struggled to inspire change and gain respect as equals in the home, the work place and especially in the political arena in the Turks and Caicos Islands and we today have females as Deputy Premier, Deputy Governor, Attorney General, CEOs and entrepreneurs in our society,” she said.

The minister stressed that while much has been gained, there is still much to be done to honour women as the weavers of the fabric of society.

“We must honour them as mothers, home makers, nurturing

and praying for the family unit.

“We must honour them as the head of corporations, guiding and developing strategies of multimillion dollar companies.

“We must honour them as priests leading congregations in the spiritual ministry.

“We must honour them as doctors and educators caring for and shaping the minds and socials skills of our children.

“We must honour them as political leaders shaping our society for progress and prosperity far into the future.”

This year’s theme for International Women’s Day, held annually on March 8, was ‘Inspiring change’.

“So today let us lift up our mothers, sisters, aunts, cousins and friends as the respected women who continue to inspire change in our beautiful by nature Turks and Caicos Islands,” Missick said. (RB)

sure that you have a high intake in fruits and vegetables and insure that you have a good supply of fibre in your diet along with all the essential vitamins and minerals.

“You also have your whole grains,” Wilson said, “once again you get lots of fibre from your whole grains. Satisfying and rich in nutrition.”

The presentations were made by Wilson along with clinical dietician for InterHealth Canada, Janice Green.

World Kidney Day is acknowledged internationally on March 13 every year.

Turks and Caicos drama hits TV screens A STAR studded drama set in the Turks and Caicos Islands is set to hit UK television screens next week when it is played for the first time.

Scores of residents feature as extras in the 90 minute BBC show named ‘Turks and Caicos’ which is the sequel to 2011’s Page Eight and the second part of The Worricker Trilogy.

The first trailer for the programme was released this week and features A list actors as well as the TCI’s stunning scenery.

Among those starring in the film are Bill Nighy, Christopher Walken, Winona Ryder, Helena Bonham Carter and Ralph Fiennes.

Written and directed by David Hare, it follows Johnny Worricker who, having walked out of his job at MI5, goes to the airport apparently to choose his destination at random.

But his presence in the Turks and Caicos Islands brings him a new problem, he is being forced by the CIA to deal with a group of ambiguous Americans who are in the country for a high-level conference on the world financial crisis.

At the same time an old girlfriend, Margot Tyrrell, is being asked to

betray her boss in London in order to establish an illicit connection between the prime minister and dark goings-on in the war on terror.

The film is produced by Carnival

Films in association with Heyday Films and Runaway Fridge Films.

The show is set to premiere on Thursday, March 20, at 9pm on BBC Two. (RB)

This cruise ship passenger preferred to be in the TCI’s stunning water

Man jumps off cruise ship A CRUISE ship passenger was captured on film jumping over the railing and into TCI’s turquoise waters recently.

The unnamed man, who said he could not resist the beautiful ocean, was quickly detained

by Turks and Caicos Islands authorities and sent home.

An entertainment news station called Right This Minute managed to get hold of the footage that was filmed on the man’s personal waterproof camera, and exposed his act.

The video showed him

The drama features A list actors and the TCI’s stunning scenery

jumping into the clear water and he looked delighted as he floated about before swimming for shore.

The news station explained that police brought the man back onto the ship but he was kicked off again and sent home without a refund.

He was banned from holidaying on any Carnival Cruise Lines ships again.

The video can be watched here www.rightthisminute.com/ video/jumping-ship-puts-manno-cruise-list.

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Happy video goes viral A TCI dance video posted online last week has gone viral, racking up an incredible 5,000 views in just six days.

The fun video montage features people across Providenciales dancing to Pharrell Williams’ new hit Happy, with the island’s stunning scenery as a visual backdrop.

‘Turks and Caicos Happy’ was put together by a small group of friends with the aim of promoting the best aspects of the country to the rest of the world – its beautiful surroundings and spirit of fun.

The team were also part of the group responsible for creating the ‘TCI Harlem Shake’ in 2013 which became extremely popular reaching 9,500 views on video site YouTube.

Project coordinator and director Rebecca Bird said: “Just last week a friend mentioned to me that she had seen a new video craze online.

“She said that that lots of different countries had created montages of people dancing to the song Happy, and they were getting thousands of hits.

“As soon as I watched one of the videos that was it, I loved it and I knew we had to make our own version to promote the TCI.” Rebecca got together with friends Mark Gangasingh, Lemens Welch, Isaiah Gardiner and Thea Gangasingh – a talented group of media enthusiasts - to put together a plan.

From there the production process was extremely quick; the team discussed what they wanted from the project and used social media to

Stills from the video showing some of the Turks and Caicos Islands’ happy faces

Mark Gangasingh, Rebecca Bird and Isaiah Gardiner check out some of their footage

invite dancers to take part.

They set aside Friday (March 7) to travel around Providenciales and film residents and tourists dancing in different picturesque locations.

“We started at 8.30am and it was pretty much non-stop from there,” Rebecca explained.

“We had appointments all day until sunset and in the few moments we had spare we tried to encourage onlookers to take part as well.

“It was important to us that everyone had an opportunity to be involved – as long as they were happy and had some energy they were welcome to be in the video.”

Media experts Mark Gangasingh of Visual Storytelling and Lemens Welch of Cay Light were responsible for all of the project’s stunning videography and editing.

Mark said: “It’s always fun to do these projects especially when the team is my group of friends.”

He added that what he enjoyed

most about the project was the “willingness of the people around the island to take part and just be happy.”

Once all of the filming was finished the friends met up again to select their favourite clips and coordinate the complex editing process.

Within 24 hours the video was complete and on Saturday evening (March 8) the team posted it on popular website YouTube.

Mark said: “The day was a success - we met all our appointments and the video turned out great!”

The production has since been shared across numerous social media sites and racked up an impressive 5,000 views.

It can be accessed on www. youtube.com by searching for ‘Turks and Caicos Happy’.

Find out more about Visual Storytelling at www.vstci.com and Cay Light at www.caylight.com.

Pine Cay announces donation to primary school A SUM of $12,023 was donated to the Ona Glinton Primary School by the Pine Cay Project to support the school’s efforts in reading.

The grant will provide funds for new books and learning materials that will permit the delivery of state-of-the-art reading instruction including the teaching of phonics, vocabulary, reading comprehension, and written expression.

The new books and learning materials are intended to foster both reading skills and a lifelong love of reading.

Chair of the Pine Cay Project board, Elizabeth Pickman, said that they visited Ona Glinton Primary School last November and were very impressed with the great work that the school is doing to recover from the 2010 fire.

“On our visit, we saw students, faculty, and administrators working hard and producing very positive results for students,” she said.

“Based on this observation plus the strong application submitted to the Pine Cay Project by the school, we knew that the requested books and learning materials would directly contribute to learning gains.”

The Ona Glinton Primary school caters to approximately 275 students.

In 2010 it suffered a devastating fire that destroyed much of the school building and contents.

Although the school has received assistance in rebuilding from the Government and from many individuals and organisations, current students and faculty have been hampered in many ways by the wide-ranging destruction caused by the fire.

Vice principal Rhoda Williams led the planning that resulted in the grant from the Pine Cay Project and was supported at every step by principal Gwen Harvey.

Both stated that they take great pride in the achievements of their students over the past several years,

as students and faculty worked hard to overcome the effects of the 2010 catastrophe.

Residents of Pine Cay formed the Pine Cay Project in 1989 for the purpose of improving student learning across the Turks and Caicos Islands.

Over its lifetime the Pine Cay Project has provided almost $1 million in grants and other support to TCI schools, the TCI Community College, the Turks and Caicos National Museum, the Department of Environment and Maritime Affairs (for its summer environmental science program), and other organisations.

Members of the Pine Cay Project board include Marie Landel (Boston and Paris), Carlton Mills (Providenciales), Elizabeth Pickman (Washington, DC), Beverly Plachta (Pine Cay), David Rochat (Chelsea, Vermont), Jay Saunders (Providenciales), and Terry Smith (Buffalo, New York).

The Towers of Babel “An ancient city in the land of Shinar in which the building of a tower intended to reach heaven was begun and the confusion of the language of the people took place.” Gen 11:4–9.

The Towers of Babel is a collective of voices consisting of various artists prepared to display their exceptional art forms and foster the inner artist in other individuals; providing a venue for the outpouring of their undeniably unique gifts.

This group brings to the stage and page productions rarely displayed on stages in the Turks and Caicos Islands melding with some of the most unique artists the country has to offer.

For more information email towersofbabel101@gmail.com or visit www.towersofbabel.weebly.com

Children of the world By ??

We, sadomasochistic; like using our rapist as our therapist so socially we never amount to anything ‘til we’re touched by the psychedelic, transcendent of our circumstances we end up in strange places.

Strange wishes to the unseen, whispers to darkness on our knees contemplating our gods’ beliefs like; Is this what I wish to believe?

Even when others believe in me “Am I the only God they see?” or are they polygamists, polytheistic to every human being?

Idols, gods, golden calves, holy grails, Idol gods, Idle gods And ideal gods, God is he, god is she, Buddha under a tree focusing his chi, God is he, god is she, Newton and gravity.

E=MC², Einstein, we create Frankenstein monsters of each other and it’s only natural that our God become the very thing we hate because it’s what we shaped, hatred.

Merciless and unforgiving omnipotence, embodied in bodies that walk around we, so I pity our history for a recurring factor; no one recognises our destiny and so the majority floats aimlessly through a space time continuum interlocked with doom and these parallel lives we lead, distorted personalities, twisted into a yarn ball that will unravel as a feline’s play thing until the end, where time will end, time will be of no meaning and God will outlive eternity and the gods we created shall die at our feet.

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Turks and Caicos Islands celebrates Commonwealth Day

Enid Capron students show off their new signs

Enid Capron makes donation to the Heart Foundation SEVERAL teachers from Enid Capron Primary School dug into their pockets to make a thoughtful donation to the Turks and Caicos Islands Heart Foundation recently.

They took part in a number of money raising initiatives and said that it was a way of them giving back to the community.

The donation was given to the president of the foundation, Karen Malcolm, on Wednesday (March 12).

Staff added that the school would continue to work in partnership with the organisation as they currently have two students suffering from heart illnesses.

Principal Rachel Taylor said that it was the school’s intention to do all that it can to encourage the children to live healthy lives.

“We will assist by raising funds through our jeans day initiatives, support any planned walk-a-thons and raise awareness through our classroom discussions and PTAs.” Aside from the donation, the school was also the recipient of signs donated by owner of Pelican Design, Sean Astwood.

Some of the signs read: ‘Walk don’t run,’ ‘Do not climb the trees,’ ‘Use your litter bins’ and ‘Recycling is fun.’

The writing on the signs was an

initiative of Little Miss Enid Capron Primary School, Jamina Louis, and her teammates.

The principal said that her mandate was to make sure that her classmates take care of the environment.

This goes hand in hand with the school’s new introduction of the critical incident management plan.

Taylor said that through the instalment of the signs the students will be reminded of what is expected of them to avoid any accidents that may occur on the school’s compound.

Next week Jamina is expected to continue with a greater force with the recycling programme at the school.

(DH)

Sizzling six along with Kazz Forbes

Digicel launches new promotion in collaboration with beauty pageant DIGICEL customers now have the opportunity to win a Miss Turks and Caicos VIP Experience to attend this year’s Miss Turks and Caicos beauty pageant in style.

One lucky winner will win a one night stay at the Seven Stars Resort, a relaxing day of pampering with Evolve Spa, a makeup session and VIP escort to the Miss Turks and Caicos beauty pageant on April 25.

A press conference was held on Tuesday (March 11) to shed light on this new promotion.

Marketing specialist for Digicel, Trina Adams, said that the

telecommunications company has collaborated with the Miss Turks and Caicos organisation and other businesses to launch this promotion.

Once customers purchase a select handset they will automatically qualify for this promotion which commenced on Tuesday (March 11) and will run until April 4.

President of the Miss Turks and Caicos beauty pageant organising committee, Kazz Forbes, said that Digicel has always supported them on initiatives and he also encouraged residents to take advantage of the promotion.

“The new Digicel promotion is an extraordinary offer for someone to win,” he said.

“Digicel has always been a great partner with our events and we would like to thank them for their tremendous support.”

Since taking over the event last year, Forbes said that the support from the business community has been good and he has really seen the pageant evolve.

Digicel customers also have the opportunity two win weekly prizes, aside from the VIP Experience promotion. (DH)

AMONG one of the holidays celebrated in the Turks and Caicos Islands is Commonwealth Day on March 10.

As part of the holiday, the country collaborates with others around the world by putting together activities to get the community involved on that day.

This year the holiday was celebrated internationally under the theme ‘#TeamCommonwealth,’ which expresses the spirit of friendship and motivation towards the shared goals and values that existed between Commonwealth members.

In association with the holiday, more than 70 countries and territories will take part this July in the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.

On his Foreign and Commonwealth’s Office (FCO) blog, Governor Peter Beckingham said that in preparation for this, the TCI

will welcome the Queen’s Baton Relay to the Islands in April, which will cover some 190,000km before arriving in Glasgow.

He said: “There will be an opportunity for children across the TCI to run the baton, which started its journey earlier this year at Buckingham Palace before travelling through India, Australia, the South Pacific and many other countries and territories.”

He added that he looks forward to meeting the athletes before they set off to Scotland.

In her Commonwealth Day speech the Queen said: “Experiences of life differ widely throughout the Commonwealth, and we each make contributions from sometimes different viewpoints.

But we are committed to the same goals.

“Together we offer each other encouragement and draw strength from this mutual support.” (DH)

Ministry celebrates Social Work Month THIS month is Social Work Month and a number of activities are being held across the country to celebrate those working in the profession and to encourage others to join.

The Department of Social Development and Gender Affairs is celebrating the theme ‘Inspiring people.

Strengthening and transforming lives’ and launching a campaign called ‘Become a Social Worker’.

During the month presentations will be made at the high schools and colleges, pamphlets handed out and social workers will be featured in the media.

Social work is one of the largest and said to be one of the fastest growing professions worldwide.

The celebration of this month provides an opportunity for the promotion of its value in the Turks and Caicos Islands and highlights the valuable contribution social workers make to society.

During the month the department aims to increase awareness and understanding of the social work profession, educate the public on the depth and breadth of social work practice, and attract young people to the profession.

In the Turks and Caicos Islands, there are nine social workers and there is need for growth in this profession, a press release from the department said.

As there will always be a need for social workers, the department is appealing to high school and college students to pursue a degree in social work.

In the Turks and Caicos Islands

professional social workers are making a difference by helping people in their personal and interpersonal lives in order to achieve social improvement, pursuing social change to benefit a wide variety of individuals, families and communities, and counselling people to cope with challenges in their lives.

They also conduct home study assessments for adopting a child or placing a child in a foster care home, protect vulnerable children and help families in need of assistance.

Finally they respond and intervene in crisis situations when children are in danger of neglect or abuse, assess clients’ needs, situations, strengths, and support networks to determine their goals and advocate for and help clients to acquire resources that would improve their well-being.

The social work professional’s commitment is to improve social conditions and quality of life opportunities for everyone.

Social workers across the globe stand up for individuals and support diverse families in every community.

They know that discrimination of any kind limits human potential and must be eliminated. They also believe that everyone has the right and potential to lead a productive and fulfilling life.

Social workers believe in the importance of human relationships in civil society, and that each person has dignity and worth.

It is proposed as an excellent career choice for those who care about human dignity and social justice. (DH)

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Regional News Caribbean awaits debate on decriminalisation of medicinal marijuana RANDY Delplesche, 27, is unemployed. But over the past few weeks he has “earned” EC$60,000 (One EC dollar = US$0.37 cents) from the illegal marijuana trade.

He is among those Caribbean nationals anxiously awaiting the outcome of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Inter-Sessional summit that begins here on Monday where the issue of decriminalising marijuana for medicinal purposes would have been discussed.

Delplesche does not hide the fact that he too favours regional governments agreeing to decriminalise the drug for medical purposes.

“I think it is a good vibes,” he told the Caribbean Media Corporation (CMC), adding “no work is going on in the country, so we have to look to do something else. That is the only thing we can do and make a little money.”

A report by a group of experts supports the argument by Delplesche that decriminalizing marijuana and exploring its use for medicinal

purposes could help boost the sluggish economies of Caribbean countries.

When they meet here over the next two days, the regional leaders will discuss the report that has already indicated that the Caribbean has a built-in competitive advantage with marijuana cultivation.

“The region may wish therefore to explore any commercial benefit from a potential multi-billion industry including research and development and also the production of medical marijuana products,” the report stated.

CARICOM Chairman, Dr. Ralph Gonsalves, the host prime minister foe the inter-sessional summit, last year urged his regional colleagues to discuss the issue of decriminalizing marijuana noting the steps taken in the United States in this regard.

“Medical marijuana is important, but it doesn’t have the importance of say, climate change or the nature of the economy and the responses to the global economic crisis,”

Gonsalves said.

He told CMC that apart from the fact that 20 states have decriminalized marijuana for medical purposes, Washington is putting measures in place to permit the medical marijuana industry to use US-based banks to conduct their trade.

Gonsalves makes reference to MediCanja, the medical marijuana company established in Jamaica, where the government has announced that it will decriminalize the possession of small amounts of marijuana by yearend.

Even if Jamaica does not meet that target, “they have proceeded apace and I have no doubt that all these developments are having an impact,” Gonsalves said, noting also that the media in that country seem to be supportive of the move towards medical marijuana.

But Gonsalves may find that support for decriminalizing the illegal rug in his own backyard may not be an easy proposition.

“From my perspective, the

question of medical marijuana at this time is a non-issue,” Opposition Leader, Arnhim Eustace told CMC, adding, ““we have a lot of difficulties in this Caribbean to deal with right now, including in St.

Vincent and the Grenadines, of an economic and financial nature and that is where I think our emphasis should be.”

Eustace, an economist and former prime minister, while acknowledging the

developments in the United States, said however “I think we need to grapple with those things that are critically important to our economies and our societies right at this time.”

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Regional News CARICOM heads agree to seek slavery reparations from Europe CARICOM leaders are moving forward with a plan to seek reparations from the former slaveowning states of Europe, according to a lawyer for the island nations. The Caribbean Community (CARICOM) approved a 10-point plan for reparations at a two-day meeting in St. Vincent and the Grenadines that ended earlier this week, said Martyn Day, a U.K.-based lawyer at Leigh Day, who is working on the case.

The Caribbean countries said that European governments in addition to being responsible for conducting slavery and genocide also imposed 100 years of racial apartheid and suffering on freed slaves and the survivors of genocide.

The former slave-owning states of Europe “have refused to acknowledge such crimes or to compensate victims and their descendants,” according to a statement by CARICOM. The Caribbean continues to suffer from the effects of slavery today, CARICOM said.

CARICOM’s 10-point plan will pursue a full formal apology for slavery, repatriation to Africa, a development plan for the native Caribbean peoples and funding for cultural institutions.

It also seeks to address chronic diseases and psychological rehabilitation for trauma inflicted by slavery, technology transfer to make up for technological and scientific backwardness resulting from the slave era, and support for payment of domestic debt and cancellation of

The cholera outbreak has killed more than 8000 people in Haiti.

The Caribbean countries said that European governments in addition to being responsible for conducting slavery and genocide also imposed 100 years of racial apartheid and suffering on freed slaves and the survivors of genocide.

international debt.

The subject of reparations has simmered in the Caribbean for many years and opinions are divided. Some see reparations as delayed justice, while others see it as an empty claim and a distraction from modern social problems in Caribbean societies.

Slavery ended throughout the Caribbean in the 1800s in the wake of slave revolts, and left many of the region’s plantation economies in tatters.

A formal complaint will be presented to the European governments by the end of April, said Day. “The complaint will undoubtedly go to the governments of Britain,

France, Netherlands, and very likely Sweden, Norway, and Denmark,” Day said in an email. “The final decision on this has not yet been made, though,” he added.

Britain’s government is aware of the proposed legal action, according to its foreign office.

“Slavery was and is abhorrent.

The United Kingdom unreservedly condemns slavery and is committed to eliminating it,” a representative said, adding that reparations are not the answer. “Instead, we should concentrate on identifying ways forward with a focus on the shared global challenges that face our countries in the 21st century,” the representative added.

The Bahamas:

Mitchell ‘open to becoming leader’ FRED Mitchell, Fox Hill MP says he is still open to vying for the leadership of the Progressive Liberal Party (PLP) should the vacancy arise.

Speaking to reporters earlier this week, Mr Mitchell said he sees no reason why he would not offer himself for party leader when the time comes.

“I keep saying it this way because I don’t want to start a whole other thing again,” he said. “There is no vacancy at the moment, when the vacancy does open there is no reason for me to step back from the breech.

But there is no vacancy, so we are only in the realm of speculation.

There is no vacancy.

“There is a race for succession going on in the country, transition going on given where we are politically. So everyone is trying to look and see who in the perspective future might emerge as leaders or leader of the country.”

Mr Mitchell explained that while

During the PLP’s convention in 2009, Fred Mitchell’s name was entered into nomination for the leadership of the PLP. After an aggressive campaign leading up to the day of nomination, Mitchell withdrew his name noting that further opportunities for leadership in the party would be forthcoming.

people were well aware of his ambitions, the admission has created an avenue for spectators to guess about what is to come.

“That does not stop people from trying to plot and scheme into the

future and say ‘this fella I want to stop him if I can’. So what do you do, you attack intellect, the ideas and say all kinds of things.

“So now the most recent attack here is, because none of that works, is because of his views on this particular subject of LGBT (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender) that disqualifies him and, of course, that’s not what they really mean and I am not going to help them out on this occasion.

“That‘s not what they really mean, but they are trying to pin something on you and say to the Bahamian people you are unfit to go further.”

During the PLP’s convention in 2009, Mr Mitchell’s name was entered into nomination for the leadership of the PLP. After an aggressive campaign leading up to the day of nomination, Mr Mitchell withdrew his name noting that further opportunities for leadership in the party would be forthcoming.

United States Government: UN “absolutely immune” in Haiti Cholera Suit ALL of the defendants in the Haiti cholera lawsuit are “immune from legal process and suit,” US Attorney for the Southern District of New York Preet Bharara wrote in a statement of interest submitted to Federal Judge Paul Oetken on Friday.

In a blow to the suit seeking compensation for victims of cholera in Haiti, the United States government, through Bharara, said the United Nations could not be served or sued in the case.

“The UN, including its integral component, defendant the United Nations Stabilisation Mission in Haiti, is absolutely immune from legal process and suit absent an express waiver, pursuant to the charter of the United Nations,” Bharara wrote. “In this case, the UN, including MINUSTAH, has not waived its immunity from legal process and suit, and instead has repeatedly and expressly asserted its absolute immunity.”

Bharara also said that UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon and former Undersecretary-General for MINUSTAH Edmond Mulet were “similarly immune from legal

process and suit,” pursuant to the UN Charter and the Vienna Conventions.

Bharara was writing the statement of interest in response to a Feb. 7 court order concerning whether the plaintiffs had effectively served the United Nations.

Attorneys for the plaintiffs had been seeking, unsuccessfully, to officially serve the United Nations with the lawsuit, which has repeatedly ignored these attempts.

The weight of scientific evidence has concluded that cholera was brought to Haiti by United Nations peacekeepers from Nepal, with the outbreak most likely resulting from the dumping of infected sewage into the banks of the Meille Tributary.

The outbreak has killed more than 8000 people in Haiti and the disease has spread to Cuba.

In a letter in December, United States Ambassador to the United Nations Samantha Power similarly urged US authorities to “take appropriate action to ensure full respect for the privileges and immunities of the United Nations and its officials.”

Earthquake shakes Florida Keys and Cuba for third time in three months THE third earthquake in three months struck off the northern coast of Cuba on Sunday morning, according to the United States Geological Survey.

It was also felt in the Florida Keys and mainland Florida — in Miami, Naples and even as far as Delray Beach in Palm Beach County.

Within the Keys, there were reports of shaking in areas including Big Pine Key, Key West, Islamorada and Marathon.

The quake followed a 5.1-magnitude quake in early

January and a 4.3-magnitude quake in early February, all of which were in nearly the same exact region north of Cuba. All of the quakes were also felt in areas of Florida.

Its epicentre was 27 kilometres northwest of Corralillo, Cuba, at a depth of nine kilometres.

Light shaking was felt in northern Cuba, including the area of Corralillo.

Earthquakes in Cuba have traditionally been very rare — until the last three months, that is. (Caribjournal)

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World News

Officials deny report that Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 kept flying for hours

US President Barack Obama has confirmed to interim Ukraine’s PM Arseniy Yatsenyuk that his country will stand with Ukraine in its dispute with Russia.

US President Obama pledges to ‘stand with Ukraine’ US President Barack Obama has welcomed Ukraine’s interim prime minister to the White House and pledged to “stand with Ukraine” in its dispute with Russia.

He warned Russian President Vladimir Putin the international community “will be forced to apply costs” if Russia does not remove its troops from Crimea.

Earlier, leaders of the G7 group of nations issued a similar threat.

Ukraine PM Arseniy Yatsenyuk, speaking after meeting Mr Obama, said Ukraine “will never surrender” to Russia.

“It is absolutely unacceptable to have Russian boots on the Ukrainian ground in the 21st century, violating all international deals and treaties,” he said.

The diplomatic appeals to Moscow come ahead of Sunday’s referendum in Crimea, in which citizens will be asked if they want to

stay with Ukraine or join Russia.

The Russian military and proRussian armed men moved in to seize key sites in Crimea - an autonomous region of Ukraine whose population is mainly ethnic Russian - in late February after the fall of President Viktor Yanukovych.

President Obama said the US has “been very clear that we consider Russia’s incursion into Crimea outside of its bases to be a violation of international law”.

“We have been very firm in saying we will stand with Ukraine and the Ukrainian people in ensuring that territorial integrity and sovereignty is maintained,” he added.

In reference to scheduled talks between US Secretary of State John Kerry and Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov in London on Friday, Mr Obama said he hoped diplomatic efforts will result in a “rethinking of the process”. (BBC)

MALAYSIAN officials on Thursday denied a newspaper report that suggested the missing Malaysia Airlines plane may have kept flying for four hours after its last reported contact.

The officials acknowledged the search for the jetliner, which disappeared early Saturday, is becoming harder and harder.

The report from The Wall Street Journal said U.S. aviation investigators and national security officials were basing their belief that the missing plane kept flying on data automatically transmitted to the ground from the passenger jet’s engines.

But Malaysia’s acting Transportation Minister Hishammuddin Hussein said at a news conference that the report, citing unidentified people familiar with the matter, was “inaccurate.”

Malaysian officials said they had consulted with the makers of the plane and its engines, who told them that no transmissions of any kind were received from the plane after air traffic controllers lost contact with it.

The report threatened to open the door to a fresh round of theories about what has become of the plane, which vanished while flying over Southeast Asia on its way from Kuala Lumpur to Beijing.

Four more hours in the air could have put the plane many hundreds of miles beyond the area currently being searched.

But one aviation industry observer expressed skepticism about the report even before the denials by officials.

“I find this very, very difficult to believe,” Tom Ballantyne, chief correspondent for the magazine Orient Aviation, told CNN. “That this aircraft could have flown on for four

The Malaysia Airlines plane just vanished with 239 people on board last Saturday.

hours after it disappeared and not have been picked up by someone’s radar and not have been seen by anyone, it’s almost unbelievable.”

The mystery over the fate of the passenger jet, a Boeing 777-200, and the 239 people it was carrying has so far left government officials and aviation experts flummoxed.

“With every passing day the task becomes more difficult,” Hishammuddin said Thursday.

Searchers have already been combing a vast area of sea and land for traces of the plane. But so far, with the search well into its sixth day, their efforts have been fruitless.

The Wall Street Journal report said the plane’s engines have an onboard monitoring system supplied by their manufacturer, Rolls-Royce PLC. The system “periodically sends bursts of data about engine health, operations and aircraft movements to facilities on the ground,” the newspaper said.

Malaysia Airlines sends its engine data live to Rolls-Royce for analysis, the report said, and that data is now

being analysed to figure out the flight path of the missing plane after contact was lost with its transponder, a radio transmitter in the cockpit that communicates with ground radar.

But Malaysia Airlines Chief Executive Ahmad Jauhari Yahya said Thursday that Rolls-Royce and Boeing have reported that they didn’t receive transmissions of any kind after 1:07 a.m. Saturday. Air traffic controllers lost contact with the plane shortly afterward, around 1:30 a.m.

Erin Atan, a spokeswoman for Rolls-Royce in Asia, declined to comment on the matter, telling CNN it was “an official air accident investigation.”

As word of the report spread, searchers appeared to draw another blank in the so-far frustrating endeavors to find traces of the plane.

Vietnamese and Malaysian planes spotted no sign of debris when they flew over an area of sea that Chinese authorities had flagged as the location of possible remnants of the missing plane, officials said.

Amy Bessey had an ‘unnatural’ relationship with her grown son, authorities said. She hired him and her brother to off estranged husband, according to trial testimony.

All involved, including Robert Bessey, had to be escorted from the courthouse.

Under the terms of her sentence, she could serve as long as 44 years behind bars.

Amy Bessey has continually denied having any involvement in the November 2012 shooting, saying she had only talked about wishing him dead because he beat and threatened her during their 18-year marriage.

They have three children.

Michael Bessey is the biological son of Amy Bessey from an earlier relationship. Stepdad Robert Bessey adopted him two years after the couple married. (Nydailynews)

NY hospital tells thousands of patients to get tested for ‘Unnatural’ Las Vegas mom gets up to 44 HIV, hepatitis years in prison for hiring son to kill husband A LONG Island hospital has recommended blood tests for 4,200 people admitted from March 2011 to January 2014 if they received insulin shots from a multidose ‘pen.’

Letters sent by South Nassau Communities Hospital advised patients to have their blood screened for HIV, hepatitis B and hepatitis C. The warning came after a nurse was heard saying it was acceptable to use multidose insulin pens on different patients, hospital spokesman Damian Beckner told the Daily News.

The pens, which have disposable needles, dispense doses of insulin to diabetics. Medical standards dictate that pens be used by only one

patient since blood can seep into the insulin cartridge and contaminate the hormone.

Using a cartridge for multiple patients was never seen at the hospital, Beckner said. But the overheard comments of a nurse saying she considered that practice acceptable was “taken very seriously,” he said.

In consultation with the New York State Department of Health, hospital officials decided to alert patients who had received insulin shots at the medical center. The facility has also stopped using insulin pens.

Free and confidential blood testing is being offered at the hospital.

(NYdailynews)

A 43-year-old mother who had an “unnatural” relationship with her grown son was ordered to serve nearly 14 years at a minimum for ordering a hit on her former husband.

Amy Bessey conspired with her son, Michael, and ex-convict brother, Richard Pearson, to kill Robert Bessey so she could collect $250,000 from a life insurance policy before the couple’s divorce went through, the prosecutor said.

Moments after the sentence was handed down in what was already a bizarre case, a brawl erupted in the courthouse’s hallway between the woman’s family and relatives of Robert Bessey’s first ex-wife.

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The afternoon graduation saw a large crowd, among those in attendance were, Deputy Premier, Honorable Akierra Missick, Leader of the Opposition, Honorable Charlene Cartwright, Permanent Secretary to the Premier, Mr. Wesley Cleveaux, President and COO of AHLEI, Mr. Robert Steele III and SCU’s Vice President and registrar, Mr. Mark Fredrick. Also in attendance was Dr. Phillip Brown - Group Director, Human Resources, Training and Service Standards (HTSS) at Sandals Resorts International.

“Sandals Corporate University only strengthens the capability of team members and pushes them to reach

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The Sandals Corporate University is a unique opportunity, which affords employees the chance to advance their education and hospitality skill level while in a practical environment. Team Members are allowed to take classes, study and take exams all at the

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delivery DOMESTIC driver WORKER With own transportation who is interested in making extra cash.

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FOR SALE

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Acting on behalf of our client Kevin Taylor is looking for a

Brama Kumaris

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One Domestic Worker

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To work 5 days per week 9am to 5:30pm and one evening.

Full supervision of one child and general housekeeping and cleaning.

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

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CASABLANCA CASINO

9513

contact: 946-5278

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CLEAR VIEW WINDOW CLEANERS Is looking for a

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labourer

contact: Ms. Ingraham at 649-941-3737 9539

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

Looking for SCUBA Diving instructors with experience in the Turks and Caicos Islands dive industry to conduct dive courses, lead dives and snorkel trips, and assist on other eco-adventure activities at Big Blue. Applicants must be a current PADI dive instructors and have the skills and personality for sales, reservations, & public relations. Starting salary of approximately $1800 per month.

contact: 231-0001

Please drop resume and cover letter to Big Blue at the Leeward Marina between the hours of 8am to 5pm or e-mail to bigblue@tciway.tc. You will be contacted for an interview if required and the deadline for applications is 31st May 2014. Positions start in June/July 2014.

DOM DESIGN

COCO BISTRO

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contact: 946-5369 deadline for application is March 24th, 2014

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Island Network is looking for 1

Lecturer For Holistic Studies

Requirements: • Study in humanistic transpersonal therapy • Minimum of 5 years experience • Metaphysic in the human energy field • Salary based on experience

Contact Darlene Hudson at 9464736 between the hours of 12-5 Position now available 9533

1) DIVE INSTRUCTORS

2) KITEBOARDING INSTRUCTORS

PASA Kite boarding Instructor(s) required to provide kite instruction, lead kite board excursions, and conduct all required kite equipment maintenance. Base salary of approximately $1800 per month, 6-days per week for a minimum of 6hrs per day. Only experienced and qualified instructors need apply.

LABOURER

Send resumes to bigblue@tciway.tc. The deadline for applications is 15th March 2014.

Positions start in March 2014.

• Assisting with the installation of all signs, banners etc.

• Responsible for complete installing and delivery of all signs after manufactory to the main office for delivery to client

3) MARINE BIOLOGISTS / ECO-TOUR GUIDES

Interested person can contact: Domingo at 946-5799 9511

SEVEN FIGURE ENTERTAINMENT & PROMOTIONS is looking to fill the following position:

Looking for persons with experience and qualifications in the field of Marine Biology to join Big Blue’s team of eco-tour guides and dive instructors. Applicants must have experience in tropical waters and be able to lead educational kayak, paddleboard, snorkel and sightseeing eco-adventures. Applicants must have a first aid and CPR certificate and have the personality for sales, public relations and education. Applicants with boat driving experience, and STCW’95/TCI boat captain’s license preferred and will enjoy a better salary. Starting salary of approximately $1800 per month.

Please drop resume and cover letter to Big Blue at the Leeward Marina between the hours of 8am to 5pm or e-mail to bigblue@tciway.tc. You will be contacted for an interview if required and the deadline for applications is 31st April 2014. Positions start in May/June 2014.

4) SALES PERSON

Looking for a sales person to work in a thriving Tourism Adventure Company. The applicant must have a minimum of 3-years of experience with sales & reservations in the tourism industry and have superior PR, computer, and organizational skills. Applicants that are able to speak and write French will be considered first. All applicants must be presentable, articulate, and be able to work long and flexible hours under pressure. Weekends mandatory. Starting salary of $1500 per month plus sales commissions.

Please drop resume and cover letter to Big Blue at the Leeward Marina between the hours of 8am to 5pm or e-mail to bigblue@tciway.tc. You will be contacted for an interview if required and the deadline for applications is 31st May 2014. Positions start in July 2014.

Tile Setter Salary $9.00 per hour contact: 3452039 or 347-3127

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5) DOMESTIC WORKER

Looking for a domestic worker to work at Big Blue to provide cleaning, food preparation, and other domestic services. Must be prepared to start work at 5am and endure long working days plus be prepared to work Saturdays and Sundays. Independent transport to and from work is mandatory. Excellent communication skills and reading/writing in English is required. Must be able to work quickly, efficiently and as part of a team. Starting wage at $75 per day.

Please drop resume and cover letter to Big Blue at the Leeward Marina between the hours of 8am to 5pm or e-mail to bigblue@tciway.tc. You will be contacted for an interview if required and the deadline for applications is 31st May 2014. Positions start in July 2014.

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SUNRISE RENTALS Avis Rent-A-Car is in need of filling the positions of

Coldwell Banker Real Estate Turks & Caicos is looking for experienced, professional and motivated

Sales Associates The position requires experience in residential and commercial real estate sales, condominium sales (strata title), development projects, fractional ownership, freehold as well as leasehold properties, and work-out and power of sale transactions.

Applicants must have successfully completed a recognized real estate course and be willing to take the TCREA real estate exam. Strong written, verbal and presentation skills, online marketing, database management and advertising experience are required; applicant must be computer literate in all Microsoft Programs including Publisher and Power Point.

Own vehicle, cell phone, camera and laptop computer are essential.

The position will involve working long hours, including weekends, evenings, and holidays. Compensation is commission only. Position is open until March 16, 2014.

Station Manager Position involves the general operation and supervision of a car rental agency successful.

Applicant must possess the following qualification:

• Previous 3-5 years experience in working at a busy car rental agency • Good customer service skills a must • Excellent communication, writing and computer skills • Previous supervisory experience necessary • Must be willing to work weekends, night shifts and holidays • Good organizational and problem solving skills • Must be high energy multi-tasker • Able to drive manual transmission would be a plus • Valid driver’s license Salary commensurate with experience

BAYVIEW MOTORS

Bayview Motors is currently looking to employ and experience certified Automotive Technician salary commensurate with experience • This individual must possess the following: • Adequate tools to perform his duties • Must be able to work with little or no supervision • Must be experience using computerized diagnostic equipment • Must possess a valid drivers license • Must be a holder of automotive repair certification ASE or equipment Belonger only need apply

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Contact: Marvin or Tracey Pratt at 231-7245

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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 Islands.

1. Parcel 60003/58 North West & North Central, Providenciales,

this property forms part of the Phase One Priton Homes affordable housing scheme. This residence has three bedrooms, two bathrooms, a laundry room and open living areas.

Registered Proprietor: Mario Larese

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

3. Parcel 60003/8 North West & North Central, Providenciales.

This property forms part of the Low Cost Government Housing Development, known as Belglade Gardens.

This residence is a single storey building that consists of three bedrooms, two bathrooms, a kitchen, living/dining area and laundry room.

Registered Proprietor: Alan Percy

4. Parcel 60003/45 North West & North Central, Providenciales.

This property forms part of the Phase one Low Cost Government Housing Development, known as Belglade Gardens. This residence is a single storey building that consists of three bedrooms, two bathrooms, a kitchen, living/dining area and laundry room.

Registered Proprietor: Deka Williams & Roland Cadeau

5. Parcel 10404/145 East Suburbs, Grand Turk.

The property is a residential corner lot consisting of a single storey building comprising a private residence in part and a bar & restaurant operation. The residence comprises two bedrooms, bathroom, living/dining area, shared kitchen with restaurant. The bar and restaurant comprises open floor area, gaming room and male & female washrooms. There is also a detached gazebo.

Registered Proprietor: Arthur Mcdonald Swann

6. Parcel 60714/159 Cheshire Hall & Richmond Hills, Providenciales.

The property is located in the Richmond Hills Villas development. The land has a two storey detached duplex apartment building and accessorial site works.

The building consist of a two bedroom, two bathroom apartment on the upper floor and a two bedroom, one bathroom apartment on the lower level. The building shares a large swimming pool and two tennis courts.

Registered Proprietor: James Roland Pickett & Ellen Pickett

7. Parcel 60503/145 Blue Hills & Stamers Run, Providenciales.

The property is located within a residential sub-division positioned off the Millennium Highway. The property comprises a part single storey and two-storey building.

The accommodation comprises two ground level units plus an open floor area which can be used for business purpose. An incomplete upper section at the front of the building is arranged as a two bedroom apartment with lots of potential.

Registered Proprietor: Sharon Elizabeth Rigby

8. Parcel 61105/62 Blue Hills & Stamers Run, Providenciales.

The property is a rectangular shaped vacant lot located in a relatively undeveloped area where most development has occurred near the beach. The land is an attractive corner lot on Curlew Drive in the third tier from the beach and has relatively good elevation.

Registered Proprietor: Titus Deboer

9. Parcel 10401/241 East Suburbs, Grand Turk.

The property is located within a residential subdivision on Breezy Brea Road of Breezy Brea, Grand Turk.

The subject property consists of a single storey-family dwelling house with five bedrooms, three bathrooms and large kitchen and living areas. The property also includes a detached cabana and swimming pool.

Registered Proprietor: Derek Antonio Rolle

COCO BISTRO Is looking for a

Waitress To work 6 days per week salary $7.00 per hour

contact: 946-5369 deadline for application is March 24th, 2014

9531

Been MEP SERVICES LTD Required an experienced

domestic worker To clean office and work at site office when needed, must be willing to work out working hours. Salary negotiable.

Fax resume to 941 7626 TCI WOOD WORKERS

Is looking for a

9540

DAPHNE’S VARIETY STORE Is looking for the following persons:

10. Parcel 60804/88 The Bight and Thomas Stubbs.

The property is centrally located near to Beaches Turks & Caicos in the main Grace Bay area and is in walking distance of the Grace Bay Beach. The property is a block of apartments built as an income producing investment which consist of four apartments that include two 2-bedroom apartments and two 1-bedroom apartments.

Registered Proprietor: Michelle Swann

11. Parcel 60707/81 Cheshire Hall & Richmond Hill, Providenciales.

The subject property comprises of a vacant lot which lies to the south of Leeward Highway within a residential sub-division. The land is partly overgrown by native vegetation. Any development of the land will have excellent views of Cheshire Hall Creek.

Registered Proprietor: Michael R. Fenimore

12. Parcel 10104/42 North East Suburbs, Grand Turk.

The property is located on Lighthouse Road, North Ridge Grand Turk and sits on .31 acre. The properties consist of an inland parcel of land which supports a single-storey residence with beautiful landscaping.

The dwelling home comprises three bedrooms, two bathrooms, an office, kitchen and large living areas.

Registered Proprietor: Lorraine M. E. Kenlock-Bovell and Weston E.L. Bovell

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 28th day of March 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.

9536

Cabinet Domestic Worker Painter Labourer Salary $5.50 To work 5 days per week salary $6.00 per hour. send resumes to: tciwoodworkers@ hotmail.com 9527

per hour

Contact: 232-5443

9266

March 15 - 21, 2014

General Labourer Needed

for cleaning, maintenance, lifting cargo, cutting grass. 6 days per weekend, including evenings and holidays. Car required. Salary $5.90/hour.

CV via email to TranquilityTCI@ gmail.com or drop off to PO Box 433, Providenciales.

9522

32 CLASSIFIEDS CALVERT HAMILTON BOTTLE CREEK NORTH CAICOS is looking for

March 15 - 21, 2014

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MERMAID WANTED

GRACE BAY TOTS

ISLAND VILLA MANAGEMENT

is looking for a

is looking for a

MERCEDES BEAUTY SALON Is looking for a

Caicos Tours is looking for a freediving tour guide to entertain and care for guest, both above and below water

laboUrer to maintain the yard and clean the surrounding salary $5.00 per hour to work 6 days per week Belongers only need apply.

contact: 242-9009 9532

Candidates will need a good understanding of Reef Ecology, Certifications in freediving, SCUBA, First Aid, a current STCW 95, and a good knowledge of makeup. An extremely professional working attitude and the ability to communicate easily with guests of all ages is essential. The working week is Monday-Saturday including bank holidays, hours are from 8:30am until the boat is cleaned after the last tour of the day.

Additional hours may be required on occasion

Please contact: Caicos Tours at 231-0007 for further information Belongers only need apply

9385

babysitter Housemen hairdresser To work 4 days To work 6 days To work 6 days per week salary $5.00 per hour.

contact: 242-1866

per week salary $6.50 per hour.

9551

DERRY HANDFIELD NORTH CAICOS is looking for a

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

Chief Engineer

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

Contact: 241-4371

Responsible for all aspects of the maintenance of the Resort. Manages the resort’s maintenance and engineering operations including guest rooms, building structures, front and back of house facilities, all mechanical, electrical, water treatment and HVAC systems, refrigeration and any related equipment in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures.

Works closely with leadership to develop and execute an operating strategy that aligns with business strategy. Manages controllable expenses through the implementation of cost saving and energy conservation programs (e.g., wages, heat, light and power, water consumption, tools and equipment, grounds keeping supplies, uniforms, vendors, service agreements, inventory, etc.). Monitors and maintains fire, health and safety systems and collaborates with relevant fire, emergency and governmental agencies to ensure complete understanding of regulations, procedures, alarms, and equipment. Collaborates with vendors/contractors and monitors work product to ensure quality standards are consistent with the requirements of a luxury resort. Develops, implements and manages emergency and disaster management programs. Assists with developing Strata budget and managing Strata Costs, Manages accurate and timely bill back process for Condo units. Manages pool chemical balance and maintenance of all pool equipment. Maintains FFE. Maintains security cameras and lighting systems. Develops, executes and monitors preventative maintenance and asset protection programs. Exercises general supervision over the engineering team and communicates a clear and concise vision regarding department goals to produce desired results. Liaises with department heads to understand challenges and ensure maintenance needs are addressed.

Proactively addresses problems and quickly identifies and implements solutions. Keeps owners and executives informed, and provides timely response to queries from the same.

Mentors and trains engineering staff; establishes performance guidelines; and evaluates staff performance in accordance with resort policies. Complies with departmental standard operating procedures, Resort policies and TCIG health and safety regulations

contact: 946-4445

9559

per week salary $5.00 per hour. contact: 346-9905

DA CONCH SHACK

1 Kitchen Helper • Minimum 5 years experience • Working in a kitchen as a Line cook in a VERY high volume Restaurant.

• Must have knowledge of taking inventory daily.

• Pay rate is $5/hr

Please submit Resumes at the restaurant at 499 Bay Rd. Blue Hills, Providenciales TCI Phone: (649)-946-8877

9560

TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS GOVERNMENT

VACANCIES The following vacancies currently exist within the Turks and Caicos Islands Public Service:

Complaints Commission Administrative Officer – Grand Turk (Deadline: March 26, 2014)

Director of Estates

– Grand Turk (Deadline: March 26, 2014)

Skills/Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily • Minimum 5 years’ experience as Chief Engineer for a luxury property, preferably in the Caribbean • Degree in Engineering or related field with a minimum of 10 years’ experience in a luxury resort environment, or equivalent combination of experience and education • Strong leadership skills with the ability to recruit, train, develop skills, mentor and motivate a team • Thorough knowledge of resort engineering procedures, operations and equipment, with the ability to execute all aspects • Thorough knowledge of building codes, fire safety systems, plumbing and electrical systems, mechanical and HVAC, and carpentry disciplines • Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to speak, read and write fluently in the English language • Computer proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook

National Audit Office Administrative Secretary – Grand Turk (Deadline: March 19, 2014)

Bailiff/Clerk of Courts

– Grand Turk (Deadline: March 18, 2014)

Director of Information Technology – Grand Turk (Deadline: March 20, 2014)

Land Use Planner

– Providenciales (Deadline: March 19, 2014)

Superintendent of Prisons – Grand Turk (Deadline: March 17, 2014)

Interested applicants can contact our Human Resources Department, Monday through Friday 9am to 5pm on (649)941-7555. E- Mail cover letter outlining your interest and supporting experience in a particular position along with your Resume or C.V. to hr@wymara.com

9262

9561

Assistant Development Control Engineer – Providenciales (Deadline: March 19, 2014)

Interested persons are asked to visit www.gov.tc for job details and the application procedure.

9558

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TURKS & CAICOS AGGRESSOR II

2 OPEN WATER SCUBA DIVING INSTRUCTORS

Requirement as follow: • Valid PADI/SSI/TDI Membership and liability insurance • PADI/SSI Enriched Air Instructor • Minimum of 5 speciality ratings • Working knowledge of underwater camera/videos and edition • Computer literate • STRCW95 Complaint • Be prepared to live onboard and work long hours including weekends and holidays • Experience in the hospitality industry Belonger need only apply. Starting salary $400.00 per week

Please send emails to: tcaggressor@express.tc or call 342-3052 PABLO BARBER & BEAUTY SALON Is looking for the following persons:

Salary $150.00 per week. contact: 247-0187 9265

contact: 946-8888

Email: housekeeperprovo@yahoo.co.uk

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

9545

ROXY’S BEAUTY SALON Is looking for a

Is looking to fill the following positions:

Dishwasher /Labourer

Please send resume to this email info@ mangoreef.com or Po Box 811 9543

TURKS & CAICOS SOFTBALL FEDERATION Required an experienced

Coach

To work 6 days per week salary $7.00 per hour

Must have several years’ of experience In coaching, and must be available on weekends and evenings.

contact: 244-4665 Monday-Friday 9am-4pm

Fax resume to 941 7626

barber To work 6 days per week salary $5.00 per hour.

contact: 341-1037

ROXY BEAUTY SALON

1 Barber

1 Cosmetologist To work 6 days per week salary $6.00 per hour.

contact: 241-2962

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

2 years in a busy restaurant

9507

The Principal, British West Indies Collegiate PO Box 338, Providenciales or Email: bwicprincipal@tciway.tc Suitable candidates will be called for interview.

houseman

Ability to read, speak and write English must be able to remember & recite.

Promote a Pleasant personality, ability to communicate with others. Must be a team player Waiter-:3-5 years’ experience.

Cook 5-7 years. Must be a good team player, work at fast pace. Must know how to prepare French & Asian Cuisine.

Labourer

CV, letter of application and names of 2 referees to be sent in writing to:

Professional couple seeks a reliable, experienced cleaner. Job includes ironing and laundry.

MUST SPEAK ENGLISH $7per hour - 1 DAY A WEEK

Experience Restaurant Industry

Is looking for a

to teach all relevant subjects at IGCSE and Advanced Level.

Suitable candidates must have a Bachelor's Degree and teaching qualifications, a minimum of five (5) years experience teaching the British National Curriculum and CIE Examination syllabi.

Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

9524

Sunny Reef Ltd

CASABLANCA CASINO

GRADUATE TEACHERS

NEEDED

is looking for a

Barber Hairdresser

REQUIRED FOR ACADEMIC YEAR 2014-2015

HOUSEKEEPER

PORTS OF CALL RESORT

CLASSIFIEDS 33

9548

March 15 - 21, 2014

9541

the largest readership in the turks & caicos

GRADUATE ARCHITECT REQUIRED To assist with preparation of construction documents, drawings and specification with focus on the Design, Construction Management and supervision in the single family residential market in the Turks and Caicos Islands.

Successful applicant will possess a comprehensive understanding of building science and architectural design with good communication skills and team attitude and must be a Graduate Architect with minimum 5 years experience in the industry A knowledge of Jandy Caretaker in-floor pool cleaning system and Pentair Prologic Control system would be a great asset.

Computer literacy shall include: • AutoCAD Architectural Desktop and 3d imaging • critical path scheduling software (preferable Primavera’s Suretalk) • QuickBooks Accounting System • Adobe Photoshop • Sage Master Builder • On Screen Takeoff • Word Processing • Spreadsheet application

Interested individuals shall submit resume to: R.A. Shaw Designs Project House, Leeward Highway Providenciales, 941-4394

9549

34 CLASSIFIEDS

March 15 - 21, 2014

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Marine Mechanic Grace way IGA Supermarket is a seeking suitably qualified applicant to fill the following positions:

JOB VACANCIES

Salary will commensurate with qualification and experience

IT Analyst Requirements/Qualifications • Must have at an MBA degree in Computer or Information Systems • A minimum 5+ years on the job experience as an information technology programmer/analyst (SQL language preferable) is required • Experience in data processing, computer information systems, data communications, networking, systems analysis, and computer programming is a must.

• Ability to conduct training and informational sessions.

Duties and Responsibilities include: • Supporting all hardware related issues and reviewing all new hardware capabilities as required, such as cash registers, scales, and database and POS systems.

• Assist in resolving any software issues, review and upgrade of all new software packages.

Please email resumes to: diana@explorerventures.com

BLUE HILLS CONSTRUCTION Is looking for a

labourer

Salary will commensurate with qualifications and experience.

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

Floor Care Specialist x 1 Requirements / Qualifications: • Experience in floor care and maintenance.

• Experience in waxing, wax removal, stripping, buffing and vacuuming large surface areas.

• Experience in operating and maintaining heavy duty floor care machines.

• Experience in using proper safeguards such as warning signs and safety cones to alert customers and employees to potential hazards such as wet or slippery floor surfaces; • Be knowledgeable cleaning programs and adhere to manufacturer's label instructions for the safe and proper use of all chemical products

Contact: 346-0002

9506

EY Contractors Providenciales Telephone: 2327256

Mason Salary $7.00 per hour

9264

DIVE INSTRUCTOR Liveaboard scuba vessel seeks an experienced English speaking, active teaching status Scuba Instructor with several specialties including EANX and a strong customer service background, PADI/SDI preferred, candidates must have STCW-95 basic safety certification, previous liveaboard experience, the ability to speak multiple languages and additional skills/specialties are preferred.

Duties and Responsibilities include: • Monitor inventory of cleaning supplies and submit purchase orders or requests to store management; • Oversee cleaning and maintenance of the supermarket.

• Responsible for the total store floor care on a daily basis.

Please email resumes to diana@explorerventures.com

Salary Range: $6.50 - $7.00 / Per Hour

FLOWER GIRL

Wanted urgently

Retail Floor Positions Job Requirements All applicants must be able to read, speak and understand the English Language and will be expected to sit and pass an in-house Math and English Test.

Floral Designer

Must have thorough knowledge in the floral business with 3-5 years experience.

BAKER Salary Range: $6.50 - $8.50 / Per Hour

Deadline for submission of applicants is March 24th 2014 Submit to: Graceway IGA Supermarket main office complex or email: hr@gracwayiga.com Please Note: Only short-listed applicants will be contacted to attend interviews

9553

Job Requirement & Responsibilities: • ACA/ACMA/CMA/CPA qualified with a minimum of 5 years post qualification experience in a financial analysis position • Management and development of pricing system and processes • Detailed gross margin analysis to identify and correct pricing anomalies • Support Pricing & Logistics Managers maintain the accuracy of company databases, recommend and implement controls to prevent database inaccuracies from occurring • Review and develop freight and duty allocation methodologies to ensure accurate cost allocation to individual products.

• Extensive experience of querying databases using computer programming languages (eg SQL) • Detailed knowledge and practical experience of accounting software (eg SAGE) • Advanced Excel skills essential including the use of pivot tables, VLookup functions and embedded logic formulas • Act as the link between Finance and IT, representing the Finance team at IT Steering Committee meetings • Ad-hoc analysis to support operational decision making, including new product and vendor assessment • Strong written and verbal communication skills • Attention to detail and flexibility to manage multiple tasks

• Maintaining good documentation relating to all IT related work plans and schedules such as backups and flowcharts.

• Overseeing the systems implementation and taking ownership of the systems work stream within the Process re-engineering project including any new systems for Graceway IGA Supermarket.

• Assisting with updating and improving the current Graceway IGA website.

• Providing reports generated from systems as requested by senior management – operational, financial or IT based.

9538

Call: 231-3788

9552

Finance Analyst

Liveaboard scuba vessel seeks an experienced Marine Mechanic who has the ability to repair and maintain all shipboard systems including but not limited to MES, breathing air compressors, RO water makers, generators and A/C. Candidates must have STCW-95 basic safety certification.

Approved engine course certification and previous liveaboard experience are preferred. Written and spoken English fluency required.

March 15 - 21, 2014

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SALES!!!

Due to change of season we are selling lots of items at discount prices. Towels, curtains, bathroom sets, bathroom coordinates, napkins, cups and glasses, canisters, mixing bowls, serving trays and much more for your house.

Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for the position of

Terminal Cleaning Supervisor Job Overview: The Supervisor’s role is to coordinate and oversee cleaning within the terminal facility, manage the buildings cleaning staff and ensures cleaning tasks are performed in accordance with management standards and to report to the Terminal Manager.

Applicants must: • Have completed High School Education • Have basic computer knowledge • Be able to read, write and communicate effectively in English • Must possess strong leadership skills • Must be willing to work on a shift basis, on holidays and on weekends Duties and Responsibilities: • Have overall responsibility for the day to day cleaning operations of the terminal.

• Prepare daily cleaning reports • Monitor stock of cleaning supplies and equipment • Assign staff daily duties and inspect work • Perform cleaning duties in case of staff shortage or emergencies Salary payable is $18,900 per annum

DUNCANSON & CO. Barristers & Attorneys

PUBLIC NOTICE 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.

We specialize in: • 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 Telephone: (649) 941-4444 Telefax: (649) 941-4235 Cellphone: (649) 245-1314 email: berynd@yahoo.com DUNCANSON & CO. Barristers & Attorneys

PO Box 52, Cheshire House East 1315A Leeward Highway, Providenciales

Interested persons must submit their applications before March 26, 2014 to:

The Human Resources, Training & Development Manager Turks & Caicos Islands Airports Authority, Providenciales International Airport, Turks and Caicos Islands Telephone # 649-941-8692, Fax # 649-941-5996 Email: info@tciairports.com

NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT OF RECEIVER RE: GASCON INTERNATIONAL INVESTMENTS LIMITED

WHEREAS Gascon International Investments Ltd, a company duly registered under the laws of the Turks & Caicos Islands, c/o Grand Turk, Turks & Caicos Islands , registered number O.008862, (hereinafter termed “the Company”), executed a Deed of debenture dated 7th Day of September 2012 (hereinafter called “the Debenture”) in favour of Meridian Mortgage Corporation Limited having its principal office at P.O. Box 599, Level 2, Le Vele Plaza, Grace Bay, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands (hereinafter termed “the Lender”) as security for borrowings as recited therein.

WHEREAS the Company is in default of its obligations under the tems of the Debenture.

NOW THEREFORE, pursuant to the terms of the said Debenture THE LENDER HEREBY APPOINTS: Keith Burant, c/o Meridian Trust Company Limited, PO Box 599, Level 2, Le Vele Plaza,, Grace Bay, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands.

To be the receiver of all assets and income charged by the said Debenture

VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY!!

the largest readership in the turks & caicos

Dated this 18th day of February 2014.

To: The Directors Gascon International Investments Ltd Grand Turk Turks & Caicos Islands 9264

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March 15 - 21, 2014

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C & J CONSULTANCY

Karam & Missick

Acting on behalf of our client House of Miracle Apostolic Church

Paralegal/ Legal Secretary

With a Bachelor’s Degree in Law (with minimum Upper Second Class Honours) from a reputable institution. The successful candidate must: 1. Have at least three (3) years of experience in assisting attorneys with legal research, be able to draft court documents and assist in case preparation for civil, employment and probate matters; 2. Have experience in mortgaging and conveyancing matters; 3. Have good organizational and communication skills and able to work with little supervision; and 4. Be able to attend court hearings and accurately record and prepare notes.

All interested persons may send their resumes by email on or before Monday March 31, 2014 to info@karammissick.com.

Please, no calls or office visits.

9267

The Law Firm of STANFIELD GREENE is seeking one (1) suitably qualified

Is seeking suitable candidates for the following position:

PRIMARY SCHOOL TEACHERS

is looking for a

Pastor Salary $500.00 contact: 347-6642

9272

is looking for a Qualified

BETHANY’S EDUCATIONAL & SOCIAL TRAINING (B.E.S.T. ) INSTITUTE

TIKI HUT

• Applicant should possess a trained Teacher’s Diploma or Certificate with 5 or more years experience in the classroom • Applicants with first degree beside their Teacher’s Diploma Certificate will have an advantage • Applicant must be energetic and creative and a good team player • All applicants should be a born again Christian preferable of the Baptist faith

Application can be dropped off at B.E.S.T. INSTITUE OFFICE, 250 Bay Road, Blue Hills, Providenciales or email: bestinstitute@tciway.tc or telephone: 649-941-4802 9270

BETHANY’S EDUCATIONAL & SOCIAL TRAINING (B.E.S.T. ) INSTITUTE

is looking for a

is seeking a suitable candidates for the following positions:

contact: 941-5341

ATTENTION: Clayton S. Greene Email: csg@stanfieldgreene.com Belongers only need apply.

Only those Applicants that will be interviewed will be contacted.

9263

PRICE SLASHED $175,000

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

Application can be drop off at B.E.S.T. Institute Office, 250 Bay Road, Blue Hills, Providenciales or email: bestinstitute@tciway.tc, or telephone: 649-941-4802

MERMAID WANTED

9269

STANFIELD GREENE, PO Box 481, Graceway House, Building A, Suite 201, Leeward Highway, Providenciales Turks and Caicos Islands

The individual should meet the following requirements: • Possess a valid food handler’s permit • A born again Christian preferable of the Baptist faith • The ability to read and write English • Must be able to assist in the preparation of healthy meals on a daily basis for over 100 students • Be able to manage the stock and prepare orders, handle cash effectively to ensure all checks and balances

LOTIE HARVEY Is looking for a

Caicos Tours is looking for a freediving tour guide to entertain and care for guest, both above and below water Candidates will need a good understanding of Reef Ecology, Certifications in freediving, SCUBA, First Aid, a current STCW 95, and a good knowledge of makeup. An extremely professional working attitude and the ability to communicate easily with guests of all ages is essential.

The working week is Monday-Saturday including bank holidays, hours are from 8:30am until the boat is cleaned after the last tour of the day. Additional hours may be required on occasion

laboUrer to do landscaping must be willing to work 5 days per week salary $5.00 per hour.

Please contact: Caicos Tours at 231-0007 for further information Belongers only need apply

9385

contact: 241-9730

TCMillwork ltd.

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

Furniture Carpenter Skills Required: • 5 years work experience in woodworking, joinery and cabinet making.

• Trained to manufacture and finish furniture .

Salary at $8.00 per hour Skills required for position: • Individual must have previous experience with manufacture, construction, and installation of high end cabinetry.

• Must be familiar with operation of all current

woodworking machinery and tools with proper safety practices.

• Must be able to read Auto-Cad drawings.

• English speaking, bilingual preferred.

Duties: Manufacture and finish furniture and cabinets, refinishing, and installation. Assist other employees in general millshop operations and maintenance. Must be professional and courteous.

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

9268

Applicants should apply by sending their resume or CV to:

Waiter DOMESTIC WORKER Captain 9550

The successful candidate will be responsible for the firm’s civil and criminal litigation.

Applicants should have at least 10 years experience with emphasis in the field of litigation, should possess good writing skills and have an eye for details.

Salary is negotiable and based on experience.

March 15 - 21, 2014

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PRICED FOR Amazing Value!

QUICK SALE Lot for Sale

Beautiful hillside, water front lot in Paw Paw Joe, North Caicos South

In Gated/Planned Community in Long Bay. Flamingo Crossing lot comes with full set of House Plans, all underground utilities, etc.

$50,000

$49,999 o.b.o.

Call 231-3788

(or nearest offer) Also additional seven acres plus in Kerr Mount (inland) contact Veronica at 1-242-327-8011 or 1-649-232-3508, (242) 676-3592

PRICE SLASHED FOR QUICK SALE

$180,000 CASH! House and ½ Acre land Richmond Hill 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Fully furnished

Call: 231-3788

A Dynamic Mobile Service provider seeks to recruit for the following post:

FINANCE MANAGER – Permanent

Reporting to the Financial Controller, you will manage the Finance team ensuring all work is performed in line with Digicel policies and procedures.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Management of Finance team including accounts payable and accounts receivable • Preparation and presentation of detailed financial analysis supporting commercial strategy • Ensure all balance sheet reconciliations are performed on a timely basis • Active control of month end process • Application of IFRS and review of Financial Statements • Analysis of monthly management accounts versus budget • Planning and support of quarterly reviews and quarterly audit requirements • Identifying, designing and implementing process improvements • Liase with Auditors, Bankers, Statutory Authorities, Dealers and Site lessors.

• Budgeting, Financial planning and Financial Analysis

Academic Qualifications & Functional Skills • • • • • • • •

ACA/ACCA/CPA qualification with IFRS experience At least 6 years accounting experience with at least 3 years PQE Telecommunications experience a distinct advantage Experience in dealing with auditors, both internal and external Experience in reporting, balance sheet analysis and budgeting/financial planning Experience in a dynamic fast-paced multinational environment desirable Excellent communication skills Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, experience in Microsoft Dynamics GP, and Business Objects essential • Flexible and adaptable to an ever changing set of responsibilities, constrained by tight deadlines

Only Belongers need apply – Salary Based on Experience

Interested applicants should forward their resume to hrtci@digicelgroup.com

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March 15 - 21, 2014

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

Jolie to have more cancer-prevention surgery ANGELINA Jolie has confirmed she will have more

cancer-preventing surgery, after a double mastectomy last

year.

The 38-year-old actress had

the procedure after discovering she was at high risk of developing breast cancer.

“I decided to be proactive and to minimise the risk as much I could,” she said at the time.

Now in an interview with Entertainment Weekly she said she is “very happy” with her decision to have the operation.

“There’s still another surgery to have, which I haven’t yet. I’ll get advice from all these wonderful people who I’ve been talking to, to get through that next stage,” she said.

“I was very fortunate to have great doctors and very, very fortunate to have a good recovery and have a project like Unbroken to have something to be really focused on, to be getting healthy for, and to be able to just get right

Angelina Jolie had double mastectomy last year.

back to work.”

She said she has had a lot of support from the public.

“I was very, very moved by all the support and kindness from so many people.”

The mother-of-six has previously explained her reasons for having the surgery, arguing she needed to minimise her risk after her mother died from ovarian cancer aged 56.

In an article entitled My Medical Choice, she explained that her mother fought cancer for nearly a decade.

Jolie’s partner, Brad Pitt, praised her choice as “absolutely heroic”.

The Hollywood star’s doctors estimated she had an 87% risk of breast cancer and a 50% risk of ovarian cancer, because of genes she had inherited.

The Big Bang Theory extended for three seasons LONG-RUNNING US sitcom The Big Bang Theory has been extended for a further three seasons, broadcaster CBS has said.

The show, which centres on a group of high-functioning science “geeks”, is now due to air until at least 2017.

The most recent series, which is screened on Channel 4 and E4 in the UK, was seen by almost 20 million viewers in the US. “The Big Bang Theory is the biggest comedy force on television,” said CBS entertainment head Nina Tassler.

She also hailed the partnership between the broadcaster and Warner Bros, who make the programme.

Actor Jim Parsons, who

CLUB SODAX Is looking for a

Sheldon Cooper (right) is notorious for his lack of tact.

lies at the heart of the show as a scientific genius with negligible social skills, has already won three Emmy Awards for his role as Dr Sheldon Cooper.

According to Hollywood publication Variety, Parsons

- along with his principal co-stars - are currently in negotiations to renew their contracts on the show.

The programme, which is currently in its seventh season, was the top-rated sitcom on US television in 2012-13.

ISLAND CLOTHING

SORA LTD.

cashier

dishwasher To work 6 days

Is looking for a

kitchen helper

To work 6 days per week salary $5.50 per hour. contact: 242-1827 9274

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Entertainment

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Lohan reportedly bedded 36 famous celebrities

According to reports Selena Gomez has not had a lot of support for reigniting sparks with long-time boyfriend Justin Bieber.

Gomez family concerned about reunion with Bieber: report GETTING back together with Justin Bieber may come with a cost for Selena Gomez.

On the heels of a report that the singer’s BFF Taylor Swift has cut her off because of their reunion, it appears Gomez’s family members are also weary of a rekindled romance with the Canadian crooner.

“Her father has told her he doesn’t like her spending time with him,” a source tells People magazine.

It comes as little surprise that those closest to the 21-year-old

“Come & Get It” singer would worry about her well-being, since Gomez recently revealed she spent time in rehab. Gomez checked into The Meadows recovery center in Arizona on Jan. 5 for a 14-day stay.

“Selena voluntarily spent time at Meadows but not for substance abuse,” her rep told the Daily News.

At the time it was reported that the pop star needed help “getting over” her on-and-off romance with Bieber, 20, even though she was seen with him days before her reported stint.

AN ALLEGED list of Lindsay Lohan’s (ahem) celebrity lovers has surfaced.

InTouch Weekly has obtained a shocking piece of paper that was reportedly penned by Lohan of the 36 famous men she has bedded.

The names include Hollywood heartthrobs like Justin Timberlake, Adam Levine, Zac Efron, Joaquin Phoenix, James Franco and the late Heath Ledger.

According to the mag’s source, Lohan jotted down her conquests while at the Beverly Hills Hotel on Jan. 30.

“It was her personal conquest list,” the source, who allegedly watched Lohan write it, told InTouch.

“She was trying to impress her friends with the list and then tossed it aside.”

“They were giggling and talking s--t about people in the industry.”

The 27-year-old “Mean Girls” actress reportedly had trouble remembering the men herself.

She paused “as if she had to remind herself of who they were,” the insider added.

While a majority of the names were blurred out, Colin Farrell,

According to a new report, Lindsay Lohan exposed her all of her celebrity lovers on a piece of paper.

James Franco, Wilmer Valderrama and even “Fifty Shades of Grey” star Jamie Dornan made the visible cut.

“The list has some pretty big names on it, and they’re not all single guys,” an industry insider told InTouch.

“This getting out now could rock several Hollywood relationships to the core.”

Out of the public figures listed,

some are either now married or involved in serious relationships.

The roll call can be compared to a throwback handwritten thank you note by the starlet to “Saturday Night Live” that she shared on her Instagram back in October.

A rep for Lohan has yet to return the Daily News request for comment.

(NYdailynews)

Bafta games: The Last of Us clears up at awards

Harris is transitioning from his long-running sitcom ‘How I Met Your Mother’ to a stint on Broadway in ‘Hedwig and the Angry Inch.’

Neil Patrick Harris: After coming out, women ‘still want to marry me’ NEIL Patrick Harris came out in 2006, but that hasn’t deterred his female fans from hounding him.

“I’ve found that a lot of girls have no issue with me being gay,” the 40-year-old actor told the April issue of Out Magazine. “They still want to marry me. And I love that.”

The star is currently making a big transition, from his long-running sitcom “How I Met Your Mother” to starring in “Hedwig and the Angry Inch” on Broadway.

It hasn’t been an entirely smooth move, Harris told Out. “Hedwig is bringing up a lot of super insecure things within me,”

Harris said. “I have never thought drag was intoxicating. I’ve never had a fun drunken Halloween in drag, never been in heels, really.”

“I’ve lived my whole life being attracted by masculinity-it’s why I like guys,” he continued. “I’m not a super effete person, and I have to turn into that, and in doing so it brings up a lot of homophobic insecurities within myself.”

Harris has also been busy filming David Fincher’s film adaptation of the bestselling thriller “Gone Girl.”

He told Out that he was a fan of Fincher’s exacting approach, even in the sex scenes. (NYdailynews)

ZOMBIE thriller The Last of Us was the big winner at the video game Baftas, taking home the top prize of best game.

It was one of five awards won by the game, including a best performance prize for voice-actor Ashley Johnson.

UK-made PlayStation Vita title, Tearaway, also enjoyed a successful night, taking home three awards, including best mobile game.

Rockstar, the maker of Grand Theft Auto 5, was honoured with the Bafta Fellowship Award.

The Scottish company, which won its first Bafta in 1995, drew a standing ovation upon receiving the accolade.

In his acceptance speech cofounder, Dan Houser, said: “This is a tremendous honour to us as a mostly British-run company.

“This is the first time, as far as I know, that Bafta has given an award to 900 people.

“Rockstar is a team and a family and it has always been our policy to focus on collaboration. Games are made by hundreds of amazingly talented people, sometimes happily, sometimes with screaming arguments, but always with a passion for the project.”

The broadest smiles of the night belonged to the team from California-based Naughty Dog.

The Last of Us is a tense, zombie-filled thriller on PlayStation 3.

Their game, The Last of Us, released on PlayStation 3 last summer, was the biggest winner of the night.

“The team worked insanely hard for three-and-a-half years, and put a lot of faith in us, so coming out the other side and bringing all these awards home to them is super exciting,” the developers said, speaking to the BBC’s Dan Emery at the London event.

Games journalist Rob Crossley, from CVG, told the BBC that while many may have expected Grand Theft Auto 5 to have picked up more awards, it was The Last of Us was a more than worthy winner.

“Grand Theft Auto is an achievement in everything that video games have been over the last 20 years,” he said. “It’s expansive, emergent gameplay of astounding scale.”

“But The Last of Us probably represents where we’re going to go with games in the next 10 years.”

Far smaller in scale than its older brother, the Bafta film awards, the video game Baftas are without the same level of pomp.

But the event is growing in popularity, and some see gaming’s emergence as a major entertainment form to rival music, film and television.

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March 15 - 21, 2014

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

Science & Technology

HIV protection gel for women ‘comes a step closer’ A GEL that can be used by women after sex to protect against HIV is a step closer, according to researchers.

Drugs applied three hours after infection could protect female monkeys from a type of HIV, US scientists said.

The findings, published in Science Translational Medicine, could lead to new ways to fight HIV, which is continuing to spread globally.

Experts say large clinical trials would be needed to test any new treatment, and condoms remain the best defence.

Vaginal gels containing HIV medicines have had mixed success in human clinical trials.

In the latest research, a US team took a different approach, testing a new HIV treatment in monkeys that has the potential to work after HIV exposure.

They found the gel protected five out of six monkeys from an animalhuman laboratory strain of HIV when applied shortly before or three hours after infection.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in Atlanta, Georgia, which led the study, say it is a “proof of concept” in an animal model.

Dr Charles Dobard, of the division of HIV/Aids prevention, told BBC News: “It’s a promising after-sex vaginal gel to prevent HIV infection.

“Studies still need to be done to look at the window [of opportunity] - is it six, eight, 24 hours?”

So far, tests have been carried out in only a small number of monkeys infected with a combination of HIV

The gel was tested on female pig-tailed macaque monkeys.

and a related monkey virus.

Experts say there are several obstacles before any new human treatment can become a reality.

Dr Andrew Freedman, reader and consultant in infectious diseases at Cardiff University School of Medicine, said the gel contained a different class of anti-HIV drug, which attacks the virus at a later stage in infection, potentially allowing it to be used after exposure to infection.

“This is proof of concept that such a topically applied gel, applied post-coitally, might be effective in preventing HIV transmission in humans,” he said.

However, he said caution was

needed as the study involved only a few monkeys and it had failed to prevent infection in one of the six.

“Much larger human trials would be required before such a gel could be licensed for routine use,” he added.

Jason Warriner, clinical director at the OTerrence Higgins Trust, said having a gel that could be applied after sex would be “another small step forward, particularly in countries where high HIV rates and cultural barriers to condom use have created the perfect storm”.

But he said no microbicide had yet been found that offered full protection against HIV. (BBC)

Doctors aim to grow ears from fat DOCTORS at Great Ormond Street Hospital in London are aiming to reconstruct people’s faces with stem cells taken from their fat.

The team has grown cartilage in the laboratory and believe it could be used to rebuild ears and noses.

They say the technique, published in the journal Nanomedicine, could revolutionise care.

Experts said there was some way to go, but it had the potential to be “transformative”.

The doctors want to treat conditions like microtia, that results in the ear failing to develop properly and can be missing or malformed.

At the moment, children have cartilage taken from their ribs, which is then delicately sculpted by surgeons to resemble an ear and implanted into the child.

It requires multiple operations, leaves permanent scarring on the chest and the rib cartilage never recovers.

The team envisage an alternative - a tiny sample of fat would be taken from the child and stem cells would be extracted and grown from it.

An ear-shaped “scaffold” would be placed in the stem cell

New ears could be the first application of the technique.

broth so the cells would take on the desired shape and structure.

And chemicals would be used to persuade the stem cells to transform into cartilage cells.

This could then be implanted beneath the skin to give the child an ear shape.

The researchers have been able to create the cartilage in the scaffold, but safety testing is needed before they could be used in patients.

One of the researchers, Dr Patrizia Ferretti, told the BBC: “It is really exciting to have the sort of cells that are not tumourogenic, that can go back into the same patient so we don’t have the problem of immunosuppression and can do the job you want them to do.

‘Love hormone’ may treat anorexia A HORMONE released during childbirth and sex could be used as a treatment for the eating disorder anorexia nervosa, scientists suggest.

Small studies by UK and Korean scientists indicated patients were less likely to fixate on food and body image after a dose of oxytocin.

About one in every 150 teenage girls in the UK are affected by the condition.

The eating disorders charity Beat said the finding was a long way from becoming a useable treatment.

Oxytocin is a hormone released naturally during bonding, including sex, childbirth and breastfeeding.

It has already been suggested as a treatment for a range of psychiatric disorders, and has been shown to help lower social anxiety in people with autism.

And one four-week study in Australia found people given doses of oxytocin had reduced weight and shape concerns.

In the first of the most recent studies, published in Psychoneuroendocrinology, 31 patients with anorexia and 33 people who did not have the condition were given either a dose of oxytocin, delivered via nasal spray, or a placebo, or dummy, treatment.

They then looked at a series of images to do with a range high and low calorie foods and people of different body shapes and weight.

People with anorexia have previously been found to focus for longer on images of overweight people and what they perceive as undesirable body shapes.

However after taking oxytocin, patients with anorexia were less likely to focus on such “negative” images of food and fat body parts.

The second study, published in PLOS ONE, involved the same people and looked at their reactions to facial expressions, such as anger, disgust or happiness.

It has been suggested that anorexia can be linked to a heightened perception of threat, and animal research has shown oxytocin treatment lessened the amount of attention paid to threatening facial expressions.

In this study, patients with anorexia were less likely to focus on the “disgust” faces after oxytocin treatment.

They were also less likely to avoid looking at angry faces.

Eating disorder expert Prof Janet Treasure, from King’s College London’s Institute of Psychiatry, led both studies.

She said: “This is early stage research with a small number of participants, but it’s hugely exciting to see the potential this treatment could have.

“We need much larger trials, on more diverse populations, before we can start to make a difference to how patients are treated.” (BBC)

Over 70% of the test cases consumed more than the required amount of salt per day.

Children’s diets ‘far too salty’ CHILDREN should eat less than a teaspoon of salt a day, but 70% of the 340 children in the study published in Hypertension ate more than this.

Breads and cereals accounted for more than one-third of the salt in children’s diets. A fifth came from meat and one-tenth from dairy products.

This was despite a UK-wide drive to cut salt levels in food.

The Department of Health said its voluntary salt reduction code with manufacturers was working, but agreed that more progress is still needed.

Manufacturers say they are

reducing salt in many products, including bread.

The study authors say efforts must be redoubled because salt increases the risk of high blood pressure from a very young age, and high blood pressure can lead to heart disease and stroke.

For the research, they asked the parents of the 340 children to keep a detailed food diary and take photos of all foods and beverages their child consumed, as well as any leftovers.

At the same time, the investigators analysed urine samples from the children to get an objective measure of salt intake.

March 15 - 21, 2014

Sports Interational

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Rangers: Recovery on track after title win - Ally McCoist

Usain Bolt has always shown a love for the sport of football.

Bolt fuels speculation he could play football for Jamaica USAIN Bolt has fuelled speculation he could play football for his native Jamaica.

Jamaica boss Winfried Schaefer this week claimed he would welcome the world’s fastest man into his squad when he retires from athletics after the 2016 Olympics.

And the 27-year-old six-time Olympic champion – a big Manchester United fan – reacted to Schaefer’s admission with an Instagram post that strongly hinted he is open to the idea.

Accompanied by a picture of a newspaper front page on the story, Bolt wrote: ‘Jamaica how we look?

Hmmm..A we say to the world and anything possible.

On the possibility of Bolt

becoming an international footballer, Schaefer was quoted by Jamaican media as saying: ‘I hope he wants to play for his country because we can make him a very good player. After the 2016 Olympics in Brazil I want to see him here in our training, that is what I want to tell him.

‘When he has good training with our team here in Jamaica and learns with the ball then he’ll be one of the best players.

‘We can make him very good when he plays professionally and I’m his coach.’

Bolt will be 30 years old by the end of the 2016 Games, when he plans to end his legendary track career. (Metro.co.uk)

Report: Mayweather Jr. helped beat up employees he suspected of stealing jewellery FLOYD Mayweather allegedly orchestrated a savage attack on two of his employees he suspected of stealing his jewellery ... TMZ has learned.

Sources familiar with the situation told TMZ Sports ... the two men had been hired to work on Floyd’s Vegas homes ... but when jewellery went missing, Floyd pointed the finger at them.

TMZ was told that the men claimed that they were contacted several weeks ago and instructed to meet Floyd at an off-site location.

When the men arrived, they claim Floyd was waiting for them -- along with a number of his “people” -who proceeded to beat the living crap out of them with various weapons, including clubs.

Sources say the attack was so brutal the men could have easily died. Both men had broken arms and legs and were hospitalised for several days.

One source put it this way, “It was some ‘Breaking Bad’ s**t.”

Floyd Mayweather Jr. has a love for expensive jewellery.

A source said that the men are adamant they never took anything from Floyd and it appears Floyd realises that now. But here’s the problem for the champ -- sources familiar with the situation say the attack amounts to attempted murder, mayhem and kidnapping. The men have reportedly retained a lawyer.

(TMZ)

MANAGER Ally McCoist heaped praise on his players after Rangers became League One champions with eight games of the campaign still remaining.

“I think 26 wins and two draws is a great achievement,” said McCoist after the 3-0 success over Airdrie.

“The players deserve an enormous amount of credit, as do the supporters.”

Captain and centre-half Lee McCulloch scored his third hat-trick of the season as Airdrieonians were swept aside in the first half at Ibrox.

The 35-year-old converted two penalties and tucked away a low shot from a Nicky Law pass in the 41st minute to take his tally for the season to 17 goals.

“I actually scored a quicker hattrick in Vladikavkaz in a Champions League match than the time Lee scored in tonight, but I wasn’t playing centre-half to be fair,” said former Rangers striker McCoist.

“I think the last person to do it here was Paul Gascoigne on the day we won the title against Aberdeen, although I draw the line at saying they were similar players.”

He added: “McCulloch epitomises the spirit that has been required within the club at the beginning of the journey back.

“I’m absolutely thrilled for him.

For a captain to score a hat-trick

Rangers became League One champions with eight games of the campaign remaining.

from centre-half on a title-winning day is real ‘Roy or the Rovers’ stuff.”

Rangers are attempting to reclaim their place in the top flight after a torrid few years off the pitch.

They were placed in the bottom rung of Scottish league football after lapsing into administration and then liquidation in 2012.

They will play in the Championship next season, one title win away from the Scottish

Premiership, “These are stages in our recovery which must be met, so I think it is only fair that they should be celebrated as you would winning any league,” added McCoist.

McCulloch said he wanted Rangers to maintain their unbeaten run.

“It is 28 games, drawn two and won 26, that’s a fantastic record and we want to keep it going,” said the former Motherwell and Wigan player.

Hoeness trial: Bayern Munich boss jailed A GERMAN court has sentenced Uli Hoeness, president of European football champions Bayern Munich, to three years and six months in jail for tax evasion.

He admitted defrauding German tax authorities of millions of euros.

The former World Cup-winning Germany striker, 62, had kept the funds in a secret Swiss bank account.

His lawyer had argued he should escape punishment because he gave himself up. But judges ruled his confession fell short of full disclosure.

The court in the southern city of Munich found Hoeness guilty of “seven serious counts of tax evasion”.

The defence and prosecution now have a week to appeal the sentence.

Prosecutors had called for a term of five years and six months.

He was initially charged with evading 3.5m euros (£2.9m; $4.9m) in taxes but he then admitted to dodging another 15m euros. It finally emerged in court that he owed a total of 27.2m euros.

Hoeness, who helped Germany win the 1972 European Championship and then the World Cup two years later, came clean

Despite the scandal, Uli Hoeness has remained a very popular figure at the club he helped build up.

about his secret bank account last year, filing an amended tax return in the hope of an amnesty in return for paying the tax he owed.

But prosecutors said he did so because investigators were already pursuing his case.

The case has been described as one of the most spectacular of the

year by the German newspaper Sueddeutsche Zeitung.

Despite the tax evasion scandal, Mr Hoeness remains a very popular figure at the club he helped build up.

He offered his resignation at last year’s annual meeting but was backed by the supporters and the club’s board.

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March 15 - 21, 2014

Sports Interational

“Trail of blood” at Pistorius house POLICE followed a “trail of blood” up the stairs after being called to Oscar Pistorius’ house, a retired officer has told the athlete’s murder trial.

Col Schoombie van Rensburg said he found the South African Paralympian in a “very emotional state”.

Earlier, a forensics expert defended police handling of evidence.

Mr Pistorius denies murder, saying he shot his girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp on 14 February 2013 after mistaking her for an intruder.

The prosecution says he tried to beat down the door and then fired the gun following an argument.

Col Van Rensburg, who was initially in charge of the crime scene, said he immediately gave orders for it to be secured.

Defence lawyer Barry Roux has said that evidence from the scene subsequently went missing.

When Col Van Rensburg arrived, he found Mr Pistorius in the kitchen, pacing up and down.

He asked the athlete what happened, but “he was very emotional. He didn’t understand”, Col Van Rensburg told the court in the capital Pretoria.

The officer, who retired in December after 30 years, described a “trail of blood” leading up the stairs and spots of blood on chairs in the living room.

The court was shown photographs of the crime scene, which showed blood on the stair walls.

Col Van Rensburg said there was a spatter of blood on the first floor landing, with some blood on the wall next to his trophies.

There had also been a box with eight wrist watches on top of a cabinet, he said.

Col Van Rensburg said he found the toilet door, through which Ms Steenkamp had been shot, locked.

He said when he entered Mr Pistorius’ house, he found Ms Steenkamp’s body lying in a pool of blood covered in white towels and black plastic bags.

There was another woman there, Carise, the daughter of estate manager Johan Stander.

She told him Mr Pistorius had phoned, saying he needed their help.

Ms Stander also told him that she and Mr Pistorius had used the plastic bags and a towel to stop the bleeding.

The prosecution has been attempting to cast doubt on parts of Mr Pistorius’ story, including his claim that he was wearing his prosthetic legs at the time of the shooting.

Earlier, Mr Roux asked a forensic science expert, police colonel Johan

World No. 1 Rafael Nadal was looking to win his fourth singles title at the Indian Wells Masters.

Nadal and Sharapova dumped out at Indian Wells

Oscar Pistorius vomited when photographs of former girlfriend Ms Steenkamp’s bloodied head and face were shown in court.

Vermeulen, why he had failed to notice marks on the bottom of the door.

The lawyer said that the marks had been caused by Mr Pistorius trying to kick down the door using his prosthetic legs.

However, Col Vermeulen told the court on Wednesday that the angle of marks on the door proved that Mr Pistorius was not wearing his prosthetic legs when he hit the door repeatedly with a cricket bat.

This contradicted testimony previously given by Mr Pistorius in which he said that he had put on his prosthetic legs before he attempted to break down the door.

The defence lawyer showed the court a photograph of Mr Pistorius’ prosthetic legs, with white socks and blood stains up to the knee.

Correspondents say whether or not the athlete was on his prosthetic limbs when breaking down the door is important because it could match parts of his story that he shot Ms Steenkamp accidentally, or expose inconsistencies in it.

Mr Roux seems to be also trying to raise doubts about police honesty and competence, correspondents add.

He said a box of watches had gone missing from Mr Pistorius’ home.

Mr Roux asked Col Vermeulen about any police inventory of items from the home.

The officer replied that he would not make an inventory of every item in a home where a crime has occurred.

The damaged toilet door, with four bullet holes, has been in court along with a replica of the bathroom where Ms Steenkamp died.

Before Col Van Rensburg began his testimony, photographs of Ms Steenkamp’s bloodied head and face were shown in court, prompting Mr Pistorius to vomit.

He was sick several times on Monday while evidence from the post mortem examination was presented to court and has also cried on several occasions.

The trial, which has lasted nine days, is expected to call on over 100 witnesses. It had been set to last for three weeks but looks likely to be extended.

The state is seeking to convince the court that Mr Pistorius and Ms Steenkamp - a 29-year-old model, reality TV star and law graduate - had an argument before the athlete fired the shots that killed her.

There are no juries at trials in South Africa, and his fate will ultimately be decided by the judge, assisted by two assessors.

If found guilty, the 27-year-old, a national sporting hero dubbed the “blade runner”, could face life imprisonment. (BBC)

IT WAS a day of shocks at the Indian Wells Masters tournament Monday as two of the biggest names in tennis suffered third round defeats.

Defending champion and world No. 1 Rafael Nadal was beaten in three sets by Ukraine’s Alexandr Dolgopolov, while women’s 2013 winner Maria Sharapova lost to Italian qualifier Camila Giorgi.

Spain’s Nadal, bidding for his fourth triumph in California, had beaten 28th seed Dolgopolov in all of their previous five meetings, but the 13-time grand slam champion slipped to a 6-3 3-6 7-6 (7-5).

“I feel great, as after every win, of course,” Dolgopolov, who will play Italy’s Fabio Fognini in the fourth round, told the tournament’s official website. “I beat the defending champion and the No. 1 in the world.”

Nadal praised his opponent but admitted he wasn’t feeling at his best during his two matches at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden.

“Since I started the competition here I didn’t find the right feelings,” said the 27-year-old. “It’s true that I played against two opponents that probably didn’t help me to get the rhythm in the tournament.

“But that’s it. I was there. I saved tough situation the first day. Today I was close to save another one.

“But at the end, when you are on the limit, this thing happen. You can lose. I lost today. Congratulate him.

He played I think better than me.

That’s it. Life continues. I’m going to keep working hard to try to be ready for Miami,” added Nadal, who will take to the court for next week’s Miami Masters.

The Mercedes driver and 2008 world champion Hamilton is the favourite to win the season-opening race in Australia but says he has no idea how he will fare.

Australian GP: Lewis Hamilton unsure of what to expect in 2014 LEWIS Hamilton says the new Formula 1 season is the most unpredictable of his career so far.

The Mercedes driver and 2008 world champion is the favourite to win the season-opening race in Australia but says he has no idea how he will fare.

“You had a better idea of where you would be in previous years,” he said.

“All the media are talking us up - favourite driver, favourite team.

I just don’t know what’s going to happen this weekend.”

F1 has introduced its biggest set of rule changes for a generation, with the advent of high-tech turbo hybrid engines that are restricted by a fuel limit as well as significant changes to the cars.

March 15 - 21, 2014

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Sports National Josh for Sports Diverse topics/facts of national interest:

Tributes due where they belong I BEG to divert, just this one time from my regular forte. Because it’s incumbent upon me to expose certain individuals who have been instrumental in my life; persons who have render me with invaluable assistance in the name of humanity and have given me a chance to live as long as I have, up to this day and time.

I’ve always said: “Give me my flowers while I’m living, because when I’m gone the route of all mortals, I cannot appreciate what comes behind me”.

Thus I feel an urgent need to express my heart felt appreciation for certain individuals that have contributed to helping me in the prolongation of my borrowed time in my transition in this stratosphere.

“He who lives for self, lives in vain; but he who lives for others, lives to live again.”

Please indulge me, just this one time, my loyal column readers for I’m very ill (physically) and wish to highlight the following individuals who have been and continue to assist me through my infirmity years.

The majority of these individuals detest public acclaim, but it is necessary to give credit where/when its due.

By Joshua Gardiner

BLYTHE DUNCANSON The majority of persons in TCI don’t have one iota of stature of this man.

Please forgive me if I seem prejudice in his favour. Mr. ‘D’ please forgive me, sir, but people here need to know.

Affectionately I call him Mr. D. He worked for many years for Sir Etienne Depuch of the Nassau Tribune as a journalist. He made his mark as a TC Islander in the Bahamas. He then returned home and established the Weekly News. There were many obstacles in his way from the very start, but he survived against all odds.

This man became a father to me, a brother and a friend. He gave me the chance to write a sports column for the past eight years. He gave me clothes when I was naked and he

and his wife Stephanie of the Flower Girl have never turned their backs on me. They are my closest friends and family in this country of my birth.

Actually, I’m recommending that the British Government appeal to her majesty to bestow a knighthood on him for his contribution to the international awareness of the TCI through his journalistic accomplishments as the publisher of the longest, most informative and objective newspaper in the TCI (the same honour they accorded to Sir Ettienne Depuch of the Tribune). If this happens it would be the first time in the history of the TCI that an indigenous native would be knighted.

I need not go into further details, simply check the records of the Weekly News throughout the years and you will discover the integrity of this man.

THE BRITISH GOVERNMENT From the depths of my heart, I sincerely thank the British government for the assistance that they have given to me. For years I’ve been living on the street. But social development under the interim administration has been paying my rent for me. I’m very sick with MS

and I know that I don’t have long to live. You who see me walking on the streets know my physical condition.

Mr. Hall of Homies Restaurant and the good people of Rositas, yes they on occasions give me a meal.

GORDON KEER/JOHN WILDISH I cannot do physical work even though I possess numerous professional certificates.

In general my native people refuse to give me assistance or a job as an intellectual—there is nothing wrong with my brain. Mr. John Wildish, a Jamaican, has been assisting me for a while with groceries and I want the world to know the heart of this man, for he is a man among men.

I know that Gordon Kerr, of Misick and Stanbrook, my lawyer, father and friend don’t want this publicity, but I must let the world know that without this man’s humanitarian assistance, I would’ve been dead a long time.

CHURCHES The Anglican Church and the Catholic Church, plus the Salvation Army also assist me with food from time to time. There are others who help me.

PASTOR STERLING Yes, my pastor, the president of the TCI Cricket Association has been helping me for years and I want the world to know this man.

RESTAURANTS

GOVERNMENT I can’t see the city for the smoke. My elected government doesn’t know me. I can’t see them. Ms. J. Connolly and certain others have been kind to me.

TELL ME WHY Is it inexplicable that the government of the people refuses to help me, a native sporting legend?

URGENT NEEDED HELP I’m begging for someone out there to please sponsor me to Cuba to seek medical attention. I know that my time is short.

I have absolutely no confidence in the hospital here. Please forgive me, but, records speak for themselves.

Thanks again and love always,

Josh

WIV Provo Premier League:

Academy record another big win THE AFC Academy continue to lead after eight weeks of the WIV

Provo Premier League, but rivals: defending champions Cheshire Hall

TCIFA Fun Run and Walk-aThon set for next month

IN an effort to raise funds for the Turks and Caicos Islands Football Association (TCIFA) Development Programmes and to promote a healthy lifestyle the TCIFA will hold its second annual Fun Run and Walk-a-Thon on April 12th.

The event, which is sponsored

by Native Eye, Arts, Crafts And Souvenirs (Ports of Call Plaza, Providenciales), will step off at 5:30h and participants will proceed from the TCIFA’s Academy up the hill to the IGA roundabout, before taking a left on Leeward Highway; they will then turn right on the lower Bight Road, before turning right up the hill heading towards Business Solutions. Participants will then return to the starting mark for the

finish.

Pre-registration for the event is April 4th. Registration fees are $20 per persons and $15 each for groups of 10 or more.

Participants will have to pay $25 if they register on the day of the event or $20 in a group of 10 or more. Registration includes: T-shirt, hat, fruits and refreshments.

There will be prizes for first female, first male, first female youth, first male youth among other consolation prizes.

Interested persons may also email or call for registration forms: 941-5532 or tcifa@tciway.tc TCIFA 241-2905 – Paula 332-3458 – Candace

FC and last season’s President’s Cup winners Rozo FC are within striking distance.

The Academy, who recorded another big win (6-1) last Saturday evening when they tackled bottomof-the-barrel TrailBlazers FC, are on 18 points with six victories in seven games, while Cheshire Hall and Rozo are on 13 points from four wins in six clashes.

The SWA Sharks and Beaches FC are on seven points each (two wins in seven games) while the Teachers FC are on four points and Trailblazers FC (without a win) are on one point.

The Academy were at full strength and 13-year-old Cole Nickson was given his second consecutive start.

Jerry Liluce (Academy’s leading scorer with six), opened the scoring in the eighth minute before Elton Charles, Herby Magny, Kelly Louima and Marcdonald Fenelus all pitching in with goals steadily through the game. Widlin Calixte pulled one back in the second half. At times, Trailblazers played some nice football, but a lack of organisation and not being able to deal with the Academy’s pace and quick movement of the ball around

the pitch was their undoing.

Prior to that clash Cheshire Hall gained revenge over the Sharks, who had beaten them in the season opener. The Sharks opened the scoring through Dady Aristide in the 11th minute, but the lead was short lived when Jonoy Davis equalised after a good move down the left and a nice shot past Simon Wood. The prolific Rodne Etienne (the league’s leading scorer) made it two later in the half after sloppy defending left him with a free header at the far post.

Sharks were missing a number of players including Trevor Kennealy, and Yann Vergne and then Craig James was forced off early in the half with a strained calf.

The second half saw a similar showing from both teams, but with the Sharks tiring, Etienne scored a second for Cheshire Hall after a defensive mix up left him free on goal. The Sharks kept at it and tried to keep themselves in it with good work from Alex Anouald, Dady and new boy Marius and the defense held out until a 40-yard shot from Samuel Nacius crept in off the cross bar.

Collis pulled a penalty back for the Sharks in the 80th minute, but that

was as good as it got for them.

On Tuesday evening Rozo FC defeated a fast improving Beaches FC, now coached by Ancell Williams, 4-2.

The first goal for Rozo came from a Jean Noel Exalus cross converted well by Rodney Dolcine whilst the second was created from another cross, this time converted by Fritz Gerald Noncent after a smart 180 degree turn in the area and despite a great initial save from Patrick Grant. Chances were still coming for both teams, but Beaches were looking rather down and out with an apparent injury to Tunk (who was instrumental up front early on).

Beaches pulled one back in the 48th minute through Orlando Planter, but they lost Ajah Johnson almost after half time and then Smith and Tunk later on, but this gave chances to other players to enter the fray.

Rozo were not to be pegged back and two further goals from Rondey Dolcine and Thertilien Ronex saw them through despite a late second goal for Beaches from Planter who has been steadily climbing up the scoring table in the last couple of games.

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Governor Beckingham becomes Patron of TCICA – Governor’s Cup and Governor’s XI likely for senior men’s competition TCI’s governor Peter Beckingham is the new Patron of the Turks and Caicos Islands Cricket Association (TCICA). The cricket enthusiast, who met with the executive of the local body earlier this month, has also indicated his willingness to have the Governor’s Cup as the top prize of the senior men’s competition and to include a Governor’s XI. If all goes well this competition could bowl off later this month in Grand Turk.

This will coincide with a similar 30 overs competition being held in Providenciales, with seven teams participating. The Provo Senior Men’s League will include: the Guyana Jaguars, Police, Beaches T&C, Jam Turk, Quality, Kischo and TCI Rugby; matches are scheduled for Saturdays and Sundays at the Downtown Ball Park.

According to a release from the TCICA the Governor also shared his playing experience in England, Australia and offered his support to the association in their work to get more young people playing cricket.

The governor also recollected his experience in India, where the game is played everywhere and anytime available.

NATIONAL PLAN TCICA’s president, Colin Sterling, presented the National Plan which will be geared towards youth and female development this year.

Foundations are currently being laid with facilities being placed in various schools across the islands.

In addition, coaching/ teaching assistance will be provided to schools as readily available with volunteers from the association.

SCHOOL GROWTH The release pointed out that initial responses have been very positive and programmes are being arranged for schools such as BWIC, Enid Capron, Mills Institute, Ashcroft School, Provo Primary and Clement Howell. These programmes will allow the students to be introduced to and participate in the sport.

Interest at school level is essential

Outstanding Pastors

TCICA’s president Colin Sterling (third from right) presents the association’s National Plan to new Patron, Governor Peter Beckingham, in the presence of other TCICA executive members.

to the long term growth of the sport and Sterling has some interesting ideas to ignite cricket passion in young people. “Our intention is to hold regular competitions and tournaments between schools at primary and senior levels. The games will be small sided and will allow every player a chance to bat and bowl so it will be more fun for everyone”. He added: “We want to show young people how exciting and inclusive cricket can be. Hopefully they will enjoy playing and bring along their friends and families.”

It is hoped that by the end of April 2014 at least 12 schools in Providenciales as well as schools in South Caicos, North / Middle Caicos and Grand Turk will have active programmes throughout the year.

For further information contact the Cricket Association at info@ tcicricket.com or visit the TCICA website – www.tcicricket.com or Facebook page - TCI Cricket.

The Pastors have dominated the Coaches over the last few years in the special basketball fixture.

At the 2014 PABA/Kia All-Star Weekend recently at the Gus Lightbourne Sports Complex court they made it three-in-a-row.

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Provo Hockey League Playoffs:

Panthers bounce back with big win THE Gracebay Car Rentals and Sales Panthers bounced back from their first defeat two weeks ago to beat the Twa Marcelin Wolf Pirates 7-3 when action in the Provo Hockey League Playoffs started last Saturday at the Graceway Sports Centre.

Gabriel Diotte-Joly led the Panthers with five successful plays. He scored three times and made two assists while Darius Coackley Jr. added two goals and one assist. Matthew Harnett (also an assist) and Greshun Been added the other goals while Malik Cox made two assists.

Liam Delancy, Dockarick Barrett and Kyle Cox made one goal each for the Pirates while Ricardo Delva added an assist.

The BCQS Flames, who had snapped the Panthers’ unbeaten streak, went down to the Scotiabank Sharks 7-6 in the other Midget Division clash.

Cole Nickson (also two assists), Alyssa Laing and Sean Karam led the attack for the winners with two goals each. Sameer Tolani and Andy Delancy supported with a goal and an assist respectively.

The Flames were led by Valentine Antolinez with a game high four goals. Gregory Lewis and JJ Affleck added a goal and an assist each.

MINI DIVISION Saunders and Co Owls drew first blood against the Digicel Comets, but it took an extra time period to separate the sides.

In the end victory came 4-3 after Aiden Paisley and Joshua Saunders scored two goals and made an assist each.

The Comets were led by Jaden Robinson (two goals) and Gabriel Osmond.

In the other Mini Playoff clash the Gansevoort Gators led by

Gabriel Diotte-Joly scored three goals and made two assists in the Panthers’ win.

Jake Whent and Ronin Maclaren made light work of opponents the Sailrock Lobsters.

Whent scored four goals and Maclaren added three goals and an assist in the 8-3 win. Jude Smith (one goal), Max Scholar and Oliver French (one assist each) also played their parts for the winners.

The Lobsters were led by Vijay Kalliecheren (two goals) and Sam Connelly (one goal).

BANTAM DIVISION The Gracebay Resort Surge lost to the Coco Bistro Lightning before defeating the J&W Construction Hurricanes when action began in the Bantam Division Playoffs.

In the first clash Carson Greatrex led the Lightning to the 5-4 win with three successful strikes. Sebastian Tugbyfield (also and assist) and Zach Scholar added the other goals.

For the Surge Zarek Swann led the attack with two goals.

Swann was also on target in his team’s victory. He scored three times against the Hurricanes in the 8-6 win. Bradley Ayer (also an assist) and Theo Weldon supported with two goals each.

The Hurricanes were led by Orrin Campbell who scored four goals.

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TCI High School Track and Field Championships:

Clement Howell athletes defend overall title – Knight and Guerrier named champion athletes CLEMENT Howell High School athletes stamped their authority on the 2014 TCI High School Track and Field Championships with a comprehensive overall victory. In the process they not only defended their title, but produced three class winners including overall male champion Jevoy Knight.

This year’s event, held at the National Stadium from Sunday to Tuesday last ended with the champion school beating their rivals HJ Robinson by 149 points after their females dominated the races.

CHHS finished with 796 points, while HJ Robinson ended on 647 points, Raymond Gardiner on 515, Marjorie Basden High on 284.5, TCIPS Comprehensive High 231, British West Indies Collegiate (BWIC) 211.5, Maranatha Academy 167, Wesley Methodist on 103 and Holy Family Academy on 50.

FEMALE DOMINANCE CHHS females ensured an overall victory after they chalked up a

whopping 372 points. Raymond Gardiner were way behind on 225.5 points for a second placed finish while HJ Robinson tallied 196.5 points. Marjorie Basden placed fourth in this department with 175, with BWIC on 166, TCIPS on 85, Maranatha on 57, Wesley Methodist on 55 and Holy Family Academy on 46.

CHHS Kadine Delphine finished as the Class one female champion (30 points), but she got support in most of the other categories.

It was however national athlete Akia Guerrier who finished as overall female champion with four individual wins (40 points). The class three BWIC middle distance runner won the 3000M, the 1500M the 800M and the 400M races.

Guerrier later told the Weekly News that she “barely trained” for the premier school event. The established junior runner is however no stranger to the track and has had outstanding performances in the past.

Class-three athlete Jevoy Knight was impressive in the 100M, 200M, 400M, high jump, 4X100M and 4X400M events.

He tallied 36 points to take the overall male champion title. (facebook photo)

Class-two athlete Helcyann Sauver was the second best female performer. The Raymond Gardiner High School student finished with 33 points, while Alvia Brooks (HJ Robinson) tallied 20 points to win class four.

HJ MALES With the likes of national athletes Courtney Missick (who won the 100M and 200M class two), Luien

Akia Guerrier, who was named champion girl, was flawless in the class-three 400M, the 800M, the 1500M and the 3000M races.

Robinson (class one champion, 34 points) and Benjamin Frantzley, HJ Robinson were always expected to dominate the male department.

And although Knight finished overall male champion with 36 points (won the 100M, 200M, 400M, third in the high jump, and outstand performances in the 4X100M and the 4X400M), and school mate Osuel Cazi was the best class four male athlete CHHS still finished in

second place in the male division.

HJ Robinson tallied 450.5 points while the eventual winners finished with 424 points. Raymond Gardiner finished third with 289.5, TCIPS fourth on 146, Maranatha 110, Marjorie Basden 109.5, Wesley Methodist 48, BWIC 45.5 and Holy Family Academy on four.

Darly Francois from TCIPS finished with 32 points in the classtwo division.

TCI U-21s beat George Washington University in exciting clash THE Turks and Caicos Islands U-21 team defended well and proved lethal in their counterattacks to defeat first time visitors the George Washington University (GWU) 38-31 at the Meridian Field on Wednesday last in a friendly rugby clash.

The GWU side played a strong tactical game pounding the ball up the centre of the field and maintained the majority of the possession throughout play, however, the TCI side made GWU work for every yard.

From the kick off TCI pinned GWU in their own half. GWU did well to steal a scrum from the TCI but Man-of-the-Match Andrew Seymour pounced on the GWU scrum half and Teric Misick was there to gather the loose ball and drive over the line for

the opening score.

ENTERTAINING BATTLE The TCI lead did not last long as GWU came back strong scoring a try that was converted by Captain Paul Ascerion. Team TCI almost immediately hit back. A long throw from a line out was scooped up by Luis Turbyfield who linked with Seymour before Steven Taylor sliced through the GWU defence to give the TCI a 12-7 lead. GWU scored again before halftime to send it to the break 12-12.

GWU began the second half setting up camp in the home team’s half and pounded the TCI line. Great defence kept the GWU side out for over 20 phases until Andrew Newton scored to give the visitors a 17-12 lead.

Our U21 players showed speed and heart on the rugby field.

OUTTEN’S HAT-TRICK GWU’s lead only lasted 60 seconds as Lincoln Outten grabbed a loose ball and raced for the tryline untouched.

Outten scored again before GWU again played power rugby to bring the score back to 26-24.

Outten finished his hat-trick of tries before Seymour touched down under the posts for the final TCI score. Credit must be given to GWU who fought until the end and scored a final try and conversion at the death

to finish the game 38-31.

Coach Mark DeFreine said: “the guys played well. We took every chance we had and were very good in our counterattacks. The guys will have learnt a lot from this game.”

Keith Burant praised the involvement of players from across the TCI: “We have guys over from North Caicos and Grand Turk involved with the Provo based players and it is great to see that this team is a representation of young

athletes from across the country.

They played very well and when put under pressure just after halftime they kept their cool and fought back for the win.”

The TCI Senior National rugby side (the Flamingos) take on GWU on Saturday at 19:00H at the Meridian Field with a number of the U21s looking to make it two from two against the visitors. Entry is free and food and drinks will be for sale.

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