The Abaconian - November 15, 2013 - Section B

November 15, 2013

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Nation’s best feel Bulldogs’ bite

Above: Creter’s Bulldogs landing on Abaco on Nov. 4. They brought back the winning title from the Bahamas Softball Federation’s National Round-Robin Tournament on Oct. 31 to Nov. 3. For more on the historic win, see page 10.

Pink Rose Ball donates $10,000 to Abaco Cancer Society

Above, left to right: Brenda Sawyer, Wynsome Ferguson, Joanne Bradley, Melinda Pinder, Marjolein Scott-van Der Hek, Ruth Saunders and Laura Albury. Theresa Albury is not pictured. The Pink Rose Ball Committee donated a $10,000 cheque to Joanne Bradley and Marjolein Scott-van Der Hek of the Abaco Cancer Society on Nov. 7.

By Canishka Alexander The first Pink Rose Ball event held at Abaco Beach Resort raised $10,000 for the Abaco Cancer Society (ACS) on Oct. 26.

Committee members presented the cheque to Joanne Bradley, ACS president, on Nov. 7 at the Government Complex.

Brenda Sawyer and the Pink Rose Ball committee embraced as she thanked the entire community of Abaco for their overwhelming support of the Pink Rose Ball. Because of the support received, Abaco Tourism Manager Wynsome Ferguson expressed that they were happy to present the $10,000-cheque to Bradley and Marjolein Scott-van Der Hek on behalf of the Abaco Cancer Society.

“It means that our efforts were not in vain in the short three weeks that we planned this event,” Ferguson shared.

“Kudos to our chairperson – Melinda [Pinder].”

Pinder also congratulated the committee members, who were chosen to work hand-in-hand with her for the worthy cause. She was joined by Ferguson, Sawyer, Laura Albury, and Ruth Saunders.

Theresa Albury is also a part of the committee.

“With this team? It was easy,” Pinder boasted.

Bradley and Scott-van Der Hek appeared stunned by the amount collected.

Bradley said: “Our jaws dropped when we heard how much money this group of ladies raised for the Abaco Cancer Society, and we thought about all the people this money is going to help over the years.

“We are just so grateful to everyone in our community for pitching in and making this the most successful event Abaco has ever known.”

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School & Youth News Angels Academy celebrates Halloween with a costume contest

The two pretty witches, Alicia Adderley and Olivia John both won.

The pirate girl in pink, Robin Duncombe, and a boy pirate, Bracey Adderley, both took first places.

Other winners were third grader Jayden Sears, Ashley Newel and Jayden Albury of grade 6, as well as Declan Bethel of Grade 4.

After the parents had taken photographs and cheered their children, the fun was over and it was time to return to class.

Prefects installed at S.C. Bootle Press Release S. C. Bootle High School recently held its Prefect Installation during a special assembly. Junior and Senior prefects were presented with their pins by various staff members.

Prefects then went on a two-hour training workshop conducted by Guidance Officer Carol Griffiths and members of the Prefect Committee.

Also receiving their special pins were recently elected Head Boy Antonese Kersaint and Head Girl Patiqua Cooper along with their deputies.

Principal Huel Moss congratulated all of the student leaders for 2013-2014 academic school year.

Long Bay School focuses on Jesus Press Release Under the theme “Focusing on Jesus,” students, faculty and staff at the Long Bay School took one week out of their regular schedule, for a week of Spiritual Emphasis.

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Pirates, princesses and ghouls paraded for Angels Academy’s Halloween contest.

By Mirella Santillo The morning of October 31 was an exciting one for the students of Angels Academy who, from Pre-K to grade 6, came to school that day dressed in Halloween costumes. The dress up and parade was a fun activity for teachers and students alike. Additionally, small prizes were awarded for costumes.

Quite a few students wore pirate costumes. There were also a couple of little witches favoring the color purple.

Two little princesses paraded in blue and yellow outfits, and it would not be Halloween without some scary masks.

Others were quite original: you would not recognize the little pre-K girl under her black and white pony costume. Two pre-K boys, a policeman and a pilot walked along very seriously and there was a display of cartoons and TV characters.

It was a parade of colour and originality. It was a difficult task for Mr. Ishmael Morley and Mr. Richard Gibbs, the two judges, to choose winners.

After the tally, the black and white horse, Ava Earl, and the power ranger, Orlando John, won first place. In Grade 2, the prizes went to the little princess in yellow, Leila Parotti, and to Jayke Bonell.

Above: S. C. Bootle High School Prefects after making their pledges.

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For Monday, October 28 through Thursday, October 31, students were directed by the staff to allow the Holy Spirit to be the Lord of their lives. They were to display character-building traits that will not only make them better citizens here on earth, but will prepare them for a life in Heaven.

The speaker for this occasion was former Seventh-Day Adventist District Pastor for Abaco, Pastor Leonardo Rahming. Pastor Rahming not only inspired both students and teachers, but led many students to recognize the need for a “Fresh Start” by accepting the Lord into their lives and to continually focus on Jesus.

Above: Long Bay students and faculty listen to Pastor Leonardo Rahming.

St. Francis de Sales wins Grade Eight Spelling Bee

By Samantha Evans The Spelling Bee season began on Friday, November 1 with the Grade 8 competition held at Church of Christ in Marsh Harbour. Fourteen students participated in the event which began at 10am.

The competition was very quick as the students spent only five rounds on the ‘seen list’ of words before moving to the ‘unseen list’ with only four spellers remaining. Once the spell-off was done for third place, one was held to declare the top two spellers.

In third place was Jackline JeanJacques from Abaco Central High School,

in second place was Twanesha Lightbourne of Abaco Central High School and the winner was Duane Johnson of St. Francis de Sales Catholic School.

The coach for the winning school is Ms. H. Lorene Wach. All participants received certificates. The top three spellers and the winning school will receive their trophy at a later date.

Officiating for the event was Senior Education Officer in charge of high schools for the Abaco District, Leslie Rolle.

Youth arms of the Kiwanis Club go “Trick-O-Canning”

Above: K-Kids, Builders Club and Key Club members went “Trick-O-Canning” on October 15 to gather food to give to the needy.

By Samantha Evans On Wednesday evening, October 30, members of K-Kids, Builders Club and Key Club, all youth arms of the Kiwanis club, gathered at Central Abaco Primary School to take part in their Trick-O-Canning event to collect food items for the needy. The team collected canned and non-perishable goods from Central Pines Estate and Government Subdivision.

According to Club leader Neulessa Major, the kids will distribute these goods at a concert which will be held at Zion Baptist Church on December 5, 2013.

Also on island for this event was Christine King, Lieutenant Governor of Bahamas Division of Kiwanis Clubs, and Melford Clarke, Youth Administrator of Key Clubs in the Bahamas. The team was accompanied by club leaders including Christine Brown and Cindy Hollingsworth.

Adult students look for “second chance” through student sponsorship

By Canishka Alexander Nowadays, non-traditional has become the new traditional – at least among college students.

There are many older students pursuing a higher tertiary education level, and it would be beneficial for local colleges and businesses to determine how best they can

meet the needs of this growing population.

Essentially, these students are looking for a “second chance.”

There is a growing need for businesses to provide student sponsorship to assist non-traditional students on Abaco to fulfill their educational goals. A student sponsorship means that a third party provides the student with money to help pay for their education. An agreement can be put in place for the student to work for the business once they graduate or provide free services to help others, so the student sponsorship contract is set up as a potential win-win for investors and students.

This varied group of students is faced with the challenges of life, career and educational obligations, but once given the opportunity they have much to offer as productive citizens.

By definition, a non-traditional student is a category of students at tertiary educational institutions where their parttime status and age are common elements.

Most undergraduate students are 25 years or older and are usually single parents, and research has shown where non-traditional student enrollment has been on the rise.

Additionally, these adult learners have dependents other than a spouse – usually children or they may be a caregiver of sick or elderly family members; they are single parents who have dependents; or they may be a person who does not have a high school diploma. Their ages can very well range from 25 to 65.

Those considered non-traditional students are those who did not enter postsecondary education in the same calendar year that he or she finished high school; those who attend college part-time for at least part of the academic year; people who work full-time (35 hours or more per week) Please see Adult

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while enrolled in college; and those considered financially independent for purposes of determining eligibility for financial aid.

One thing is certain – whether they are single parents or high school dropouts, they face a unique set of financial challenges like babysitting or school expenses, job loss or divorce – as they work toward improving life for themselves and their dependents.

Consequently, non-traditional students have been viewed as career changers and career enhancers with some working toward securing their first professional career. Quite often, adult students are pursuing their first degree, or an advanced degree, or perhaps completing an unfinished degree.

To meet the demands of adult learning in The Bahamas, there is a long list of tertiary institutions like Bahamas Baptist Community College; Bahamas Technical & Vocational Institute (BTVI); The College of The Bahamas (COB), which has a College Centre on Abaco; Eugene Dupuch Law School; Grosvenor Academy; Sojourner-Douglass College; Success Training College; University of The West Indies (UWI).

Additionally, there are some USbased schools that offer degree programs in The Bahamas. Examples of those are the University of Miami; Kent State University; Sojourner-Douglass College; Nova Southeastern University, and Bakke Graduate University.

ACH holds prefect installation and awards ceremony

By Mirella Santillo On October 21, theAbaco Central High School Prefects for the school year 2013-14 were installed and the deserving students of the previous school year re-

ceived their awards.

The grounds of ACH were the site of a formal ceremony organized and coordinated by the Technical and Vocational Department and moderated by two students: Austron Johnson and Robin Miller.

The dignitaries, which included the MP for North Abaco Renardo Curry, District Superintendent of Education Dr. Lenora Black and Island Administrator Preston Cunningham, were led to their seats by students, accompanied by the cheers of the audience. Students play an important role in any assembly held at Abaco Central High School, from assisting in the ritual of the ceremony to singing, reciting and playing music.

Students performed throughout the function starting with the National Anthem played by the school band. The invocation was enunciated by Alton Pubien, the scripture read by Nagee Williams and there was a beautifully rendered musical selection by the school choir, before the teacher in charge of the prefects, Michelle Bailey, invited the fifty one prefects to stand and take their oath. They listened as she read and elaborated on the seven duties they were accepting to uphold: Prefects lead by example; Prefects help teachers; Prefects Support other students and fellow prefects; Prefects are role model on and off campus; Prefects are approachable, involved and kind; Prefects practice good communication skills and use conflict resolution tools; Prefects mind their responsibility with professionalism, integrity, sensitivity and good humor.

The Head Boy, Conrad Cornish and The Head Girl, Jessica Pierre, were installed by the Principal. The deputy Head Boy, Kirkland McIntosh and the Deputy head Girl, Ashley Albury were installed by the Vice- Principal, Shirlee Kretzel.

Jessy Dervil, National Arts Festival winner, did a dramatization about not having a date for a dance and the band gave a great rendition of “Just Plain Blues” before remarks by Principal Ferguson, Dr. Black and MP Curry were heard.

Addressing this year’s theme- A jour-

Above: ACH Prefects sing for the assembly during the awards ceremony. ney Towards Excellence- the Principal told the students that the journey towards excellence started long ago, and “it does not end at 3:00pm when the bell rings” he reminded them. “You are representing your school, your teachers, your classmates; you are under a microscope, good or bad.”

You must focus, so you can achieve the greatness and the excellence that we know you can.”

In a positive address, Dr. Black told the assembly “The pursuit of excellence is on its way here at the Great Abaco Central High School, home of the Marlins!” She stated that 25% of the school population was being honored during the ceremony and said she expected an even better percentage this year.

MP Curry, after reminiscing on his year at Abaco Central High, said that looking back he should have done better, advising the students to make the best use of their time at school. “Prefects, you are leaders among your peers. Lead the way in academics and behavior. The only person to stop you from achieving your goals is you.”

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Above: Head Boy, Conrad Cornish, proudly displays his awards.

Then the students of grades 7 to 11 were called to the stage to receive their awards. Some students, such as Conrad Cornish and Jessica Pierre, needed a box to carry their trophies. They were escorted to the podium with the cheers of their schoolmates.

Students with the highest GPA were also acknowledged. They were Jackline Jean-Jaques in grade 7, Sondley Cajuste in grade 8, Kadesha Canton in grade 9, Desmondo Bootle in grade 10 and Conrad Cornish in grade 11.

The teachers from the Technical and Vocational Department who participated in the organization of the ceremony were: Agatha Simms, Vivian Major, Kimiley Jones, Conlife Green, Rori Young, Chantell Miller and Magdalene Mills.

The function ended at lunch time.

SC Bootle wins first District Debate

By Berthony McDermott (Grade 11 Student)) On November 6, 2013, two schools came together at Christ Church on Don McKay Boulevard to compete in a district level debate competition. The two schools that competed were S. C. Bootle High School and Abaco Central High School.

Timely, as always, the topic chosen focused on the newest change in the country, that of the V.A.T. Tax System – ‘The implementation of the Value Added Tax System would be beneficial to The Bahamas.’ The proposition, which was S.C. Bootle High School, came out victorious. Representing the school was speakPlease see

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ers; Tanisha Charlton, Dearsharay Brown, and Berthony McDermott, along with their coach, Nadira Kawalram.

Jessica Pierre won best speaker from ACH. At the end of the proceedings, competitors were rewarded for their impressive efforts. Such awards included: Tanisha Charlton from the S. C. Bootle High team

who won overall best speaker and the best rebuttal.

Sandy Edwards of the Department of Education and the Head Judge praised both teams and said, “Both teams were great, but there is still room for improvement.”

S. C. Bootle High School must go on to compete against Moore’s Island All Age School on November 27, 2013, where the winner will then travel to New Providence to compete at the National Level. It was an exciting start to the debate series.

Above: SC Bootle High School Debate Team celebrating their victory. From left: Sabrina Russell, Vice-Principal; Berthony McDermott; Dearsharay Brown; Chelsea Bowe; Tanisha Charlton and Coach Nadira Kawalram.

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Lifestyles Soberlee designers launch new fashion line

By Canishka Alexander According to Abaconian entrepreneurs, Dakotah Delancy and Leanne Russell, their Soberlee fashion line which focuses on unisex T-shirts emerged from a mixture of fine art and fashion, an avantgarde eye for style, and the precision of makeup artistry.

Soberlee is derived from a combination of their children’s names. “[With] both of us being single mothers, and understanding what it is to find a balance in our lives while raising children, it was really important that we incorporated them into this project somehow,” Dakotah explained.

Leanne is ranked highly among Abaco’s next generation of fine artists, and is the manager of Furniture Plus Abaco, while Dakotah, owner of Dishy Boutique, is a makeup artist known for her eclectic style.

Leanne said that the idea for Soberlee was founded on their mutual love of fashion, and wanting to work together on a project.

“Considering our combined skill sets, it just seemed that having a fashion line was imminent,” Leanne stated.

The two dared to combine their talents and design T-shirts that reflected their own personal style, and they combined creative talent from their respective networks to give birth to their vision.

Six months in the making, Soberlee is leaving an indelible footprint in the fashion industry.

Their initial collection is about typography, interesting imagery, and style icons, but being surrounded by creative people motivated each designer to bring an even more unique element to their designs.

Much credit is given to Zyandric Jones, Senetra Kouvaris and Kevin Fox, who took Leanne and Dakotah’s diverse mixture of ideas, and brought them to life in a collection of 20 graphic tees. The authenticity of the fashion line is reflected in their goal of building a strong brand while remaining true to themselves.

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The launch of their collection was a unique evening pop-up shop at Conky Joe’s Seafood Restaurant on October 11.

The event offered a preview of 10 T-shirts and accent pieces along with swimsuits from Allure Swimsuit Boutique, which is based in Nassau. Featured models showcased Soberlee and Allure swimsuits in an intimate runway setting.

Since the launch, the Soberlee designers have received encouraging feedback from Bahamian customers and international customers in New York and St. Kitts who support their existing collection, and are ordering custom T-shirts for themselves and their businesses.

Leanne and Dakotah recently attended Fash|Art in Nassau, and were overwhelmed by the positive feedback they received from their peers in the art and fashion industry. Soberlee has allowed them to promote Abaco, and Abaconians, in a way that isn’t being done.

“I had the opportunity to work with a lot of amazing girls earlier this year with The Layers Project, and Dakotah gets to work with amazing talent on photo shoots all the time. It was important to us to involve them in Soberlee as well,” Leanne shared. “I think it’s vital that young Abaconians be trailblazers and promote Abaco talent internally. It’s sad that people feel like you have to go off the island to ‘make things happen’ – you don’t… start from the ground up. We strongly believe in creating opportunities where there are none.”

As for the future of the line, the two are planning pop-up shops in both Nassau and Grand Bahama, with an official Nassau launch later this year. T-shirts are currently available at Dishy in Abaco, and for special order through “The Soberlee Life” on Facebook.

The charismatic duo concluded: “It’s very important to stay true to yourself and find people who support and encourage you, and help you cultivate your own individuality. Build a network and find people that challenge you; we do that with each other. There are a lot of compliments, and then there are a lot of opposites that balance our friendship out.

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Lifestyles Cherokee notes first wedding ceremony ever held at Long Dock

By Lee Pinder Although it was a private family affair, Cherokee’s famous Long Dock was the setting for its first ever wedding ceremony to take place at that venue on Friday, November 2, 2013. The weather couldn’t have been more perfect. The tide was out, the seas were crystal clear and we were blessed with a cloudless deep blue sky with only a gentle breeze to whisper through the tall casuarinas. All reports had announced a change in the weather with lots of wind and rain, but it just didn’t happen.

The wedding party stood at the water’s edge with the Bride and Groom facing the guests when they got married. A close family acquaintance of the groom’s and an old friend of Cherokee’s Methodist Church had travelled all the way from California in the United States to recite the vows and help the happy couple confirm their commitments to each other.

Neither the bride nor groom were residents of Cherokee Sound and most of the guests travelled from other places for the occasion. It seems the Bride had dreamed of being married in this unusual setting for a long time, according to one of her older brothers, and she was able to make her dream come true that day.

The Maid-of-Honour, Bridesmaids and attendants, of which there were several, all wore plain simple, elegant strapless full-length white satin gowns. The bride originally had planned for them to carry bouquets of colourful garden flowers, but changed her mind at the last minute and decided to go with a locally grown wild flower.

The small nosegays were basically simple in colour, but managed to stand out beautifully against the white gowns and I’m sure imported store bought flowers could never have looked as spectacular as they did. The Brides bouquet held a few cream coloured orchids that just set off her wedding dress to perfection. The gown was highlighted at the waist with an outstanding beige embroidery and pearl designed decoration over white satin that seemed to define the Bride’s own personality. Everyone will admit all brides are beautiful, but this one was especially so as she was surrounded by all her lovely attendants against a heavenly backdrop of the bluest of blue skies.

The mother of the Bride, who was born in Cherokee, could not have been

more proud. She wore a simple plum coloured full-length gown with an eye-catching pearl necklace. Her father sadly had passed away a few years ago and is buried right there in Cherokee.

The Groom, his Best Man and Ushers all wore black trousers, pure white shirts with Boutonnieres of small delicate white flowers, all very handsome and together with the Bride and her lovely ladies in waiting, they were the epitome of a famous artist’s painting, a lingering snapshot I will keep for a very long time.

The couple’s wedding photo album will reflect fond memories as this important day that set the standard for the beginning of their lifetime together and I feel sure these happy memories will bring them back to our shores often in years to come.

You will note that the couple’s names were not mentioned, as a casual friend I was not a part of the wedding, just a bystander hoping the young couple many years of happiness together, yet could not resist writing this story as part of Cherokee’s history of the first full-blown wedding to take place at our Long Dock. This famous landmark could undoubtedly tell us many exciting and interesting things that have taken place there over the years, but this one occasion was definitely worth recording.

Someone very famous once told me, “If no one writes it down, how will future generations ever learn of our history,” and Cherokee people love to reminisce about our many “Firsts”.

The Esther Network founder honours Abaco women at conference

Hon. Butler-Turner delivers keynote

By Canishka Alexander The Esther Network’s Women’s Empowerment Conference and Honoree Luncheon was unveiled in Treasure Cay on Nov. 8-9. For this year’s conference, Tara Moss, The Esther Network’s founder, chose the theme: Born to Win. A teen session was held at the Treasure Cay Community Center on Saturday morning and continued on to the Honou-

Above: Angie Collie, founder and managing director of Auskell Advanced Medical Center, was honoured at The Esther Network's Women's Empowerment Conference on Nov. 9. She is shown accepting her honorary plaque from the Hon. Loretta Butler-Turner, who was the keynote speaker for the occasion. ree Luncheon at the Spinnaker Restaurant.

Attorney Carlene Farquharson of Alexiou, Knowles & Co. was the first speaker, and delivered a presentation on: “Legal Tips for Wills.”

Next, Sherika Brown of The Iron Network spoke on the topic: “Know Your Worth,” and the importance of relationship assessments. “Your Wealth Begins with Your Health,” was the name of Anastacia Lewis’s presentation. Lewis is a Diamond President at Ardyss International. After experiencing the downturn in Grand Bahama’s economy, she held fast to the opportunity that Ardyss presented, and after four years she continues to be successful.

“If you master product distribution, you master wealth,” she emphasized.

“Your wealth is right there in front of you, but because you are in the wrong circle, the wrong set of people has your attention.

Your health is your wealth, and Ardyss is in the business of reshaping your body, and your bank account at the same time.”

Following lunch, David Rolle, a Bahamian fashion designer, gave tips on how to dress for success according to body shape (pear, wedge, rectangle, apple and hourglass), as well as hints on makeup

application, and wearing appropriate accessories. He ended with nine things each woman should have in her closet: skirt suit; buttoned-up, long-sleeved blouse; dress pants; black, flat shoes; black heels; nice pair of jeans; correct underwear; basic make-up (powder, mascara, lip gloss); and wristwatch.

Tanya Duncombe from TRD Ministries answered the question: “Who Are You?” in her presentation. Tanya was the eldest of five children and grew up in impoverished circumstances. As a result, she began to feel as though she was insignificant and tried to fit in, but fitting in hurt who she was because she was not functioning as her true self.

Her discovery of who God was led to her own self-discovery.

“I never imagined my life taking on this turn…I always knew that the hand of God was on my life, but I never knew how these series of events would take place,” Tanya reflected. “Today I stand before you as a minister in the Lord’s church; as someone who is in college obtaining their

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Abaco student shoots hoops in NCAA basketball

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While attending Abaco Central High School, Kevin was a member of the Youth in Action Basketball Program with Mr. and Mrs. Lynden Davis, which continued under the leadership of Ishmael “Stretch” Morley of the Ministry of Youth, Sports and Culture.

In 2010, Coach Kevin Johnson of C. I. Gibson assisted Kevin with receiving a full-basketball scholarship to Roane State.

At the time, Coach Johnson said how impressed he was by Kevin’s basketball skills, and most importantly, his character.

Also commendable was Kevin’s ability to remain a leader and role model through the many challenges of growing up in the Haitian community of the Mudd.

Kevin graduated from Roane State earlier this year, and is now enrolled at Young Harris College in Georgia.

“I'm here in Georgia playing college basketball for Young Harris College, [and] for right now, it’s going great,” he assured.

Young Harris College opened its 2013-14 season Nov. 1 in Atlanta during an exhibition game against NCAA Division I-opponent Georgia Tech. For his team, Kevin contributed a double double with 27 points and 10 rebounds. However, Georgia Tech defeated the Young Harris Mountain Lions: 90-53.

The Mountain Lions regained their confidence while in Cleveland, Ga. when six of their players scored double figures to tip off the season with a triumphant 98-70

non-conference victory over Truett-McConnell College. Kevin scored 10 points for the Mountain Lions.

The win pushed the Mountain Lions to a 1-0 record as they await their next game on Nov. 16. Young Harris will host Kentucky Wesleyan College in a homecoming game at the YHC Basketball Arena.

Kevin Altidor is the son of Josue and Monique Altidor.

Above: Kevin Altidor (in purple) playing for the Young Harris College Mountain Lions.

Sands Sculling Champion repeats Press Release The Sands Man in Boat Championship took place in Treasure Cay, The Abaco this past weekend, and Clayton Bain was once again crowned the Truly Bahamian Sculling Champion. The 2nd annual sculling championship was very successful, with scullers coming from Long Island, Andros, Abaco and Grand Bahama.

The sculling championship weekend began on Friday with a motorcade that started at the newly opened Jimmy’s Wines and Spirits store in Marsh Harbour and ended in Coopers’s Town, Abaco. The motorcade then headed to Treasure Cay Public Beach, where the sculling championship was to be held the next day.

On Saturday, the morning races began with the Triple B Malta Junior sailing.

The winners of the junior sailing race were Chloe Sweeting in 1st place, Joey Gale in 2nd place and Rachel Sands in 3rd place.

The second event for the day was the Eclass sailing races; winners were 1st place – Joey Gale, 2nd place – Steven Rolle and 3rd place – Clayton Bain.

At 6pm, the sculling races began and after 3 heats well-known sculler Clayton Bain emerged victorious. This is the second year in a row that Bain has won, proving he is the ultimate sculling champion and the man to beat in 2014. George Please see

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Historic win for Creter’s Bulldogs, Abaco

By Canishka Alexander The Abaco softball timeline spans 41 years for the popular sport. For 32 of those years, Abaco’s men’s and women’s softball teams have been affiliated with the Bahamas Softball Federation (BSF).

As Creter’s Bulldogs Sponsor Christopher Roberts recalled on Nov. 4, it was his brother Telford Roberts who emphasized the importance of being a part of the federation.

Just a year before their BSF membership, Telford took an All-star team from Abaco to Grand Bahama to play a jamboree of games in 1981. Telford was instrumental with teams like the Campari All Stars as well as a hybrid team comprised of players from Marsh Harbour, Dundas Town and Spring City called the Marsh Harbour Royals.

Now, after more than three decades of competing in Eleuthera, New Providence and Grand Bahama, Abaco’s most recent attempt to win the Bahamas Softball Federation's National Round-Robin Tournament yielded success at the Baillou Hills Sporting Complex.

On Nov. 3, the Creter’s Bulldogs amended Abaco’s history when they be-

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Creter’s Bulldogs players received cheers and warm embraces from ecstatic fans and Abaconians as they landed on Abaco on Nov. 4. MP for North Abaco Renardo Curry was accompanied by Rudy Smith, a former softball player, as they greeted the team.

“We would always come up short.

We came in second a couple of times, but we could never win,” Christopher said.

“But finally, we are able to win the Bahamas Championships, and that feels good I could tell you.

“My phone rang five [minutes] to 12 I think it was last night, and I feel shame to say I was sleeping, but the reason I was sleeping because I went to sleep hoping I would wake up to good news. Haziel [McDonald] woke me up, and I couldn’t get back to sleep. In between the time change and the excitement, I couldn’t get back to sleep.”

A look of well-deserved accomplishment settled on the face of Lyle Sawyer, the winning pitcher, who led his team to victory.

“We went out there, and the boys did good,” Lyle exclaimed. “We played good defense. I was shocked myself, but I was strong at all times.”

Certainly, the Bulldogs enjoyed a stellar season for 2013 advancing from the playoff games to the championship games on Abaco undefeated, and now, they have acquired the national title. According to

Hazel McDonald, Creter’s Bulldogs manager, their success was the result of a group of guys coming together from all over Abaco as a family to play ball.

The Bulldogs managed to defeat the nation’s best when they beat New Providence’s Arnette’s Sporting Lounge Hitmen 4 -0 in the bronze medal game led by Pitcher Alcott Forbes. The Bulldogs advanced to the finals in the Round Robin to face Edney “The Heat” Bethel and the Elnet Excel Eliminatorsfrom Grand Bahama. In a victorious comeback, the Bulldogs raced from behind to defeat the Eliminators: 5-3.

Lyle struck out 11 players in that game, and earned the most valuable player award.

“I can’t even explain it,” Lyle replied. “I am amazed by all the people out here; everybody worked hard for it.”

Also caught up the excitement was Umpire Eustace Penn. He said that the Bulldogs’ win at the championships made him feel like all of his labour has come to reality.

“I know Lyle had it - he can throw,” Penn bragged. “Coming up next will be Tyler “Josey Wales” Russell; he’ll be ready next year. We just need to work on our girls’ program now.”

The Abaco Grocery Diamond Dollz defeated Terez Gas Angels 17-1 in the sixth game of the local championships to represent Abaco at the Round Robin tournament. Unfortunately, they lost to the Sagoma Navigators out of Andros in a

Above: Bulldog’s Mark Douglas holding the winning trophy. The team was greeted at the airport by throngs of cheering fans as well as North Abaco MP Renardo Curry and former softball player, Rudy Smith.

For over three decades, softball teams from Abaco have attempted the BSF Championship and fallen short. This year, however, Creter’s Bulldogs triumphed, beating the best Nassau and Grand Bahama had to offer.

close game. The score was 7-6.

At the tournament, BSF honoured the members of both the men’s and women’s national teams that finished third at the ISF Men’s World Championships in Tacoma, Washington, in 1980 and the ISF World Games in Santa Clara, California.

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Jennifer Dudas takes the reins of the BBC

Press Release The Bahamas Billfish Championship today announced that Jennifer Dudas will take over as President of the prestigious 40-year-old tournament series.

Ms. Dudas assumes the reins from Al Behrendt who is retiring after producing the Championship since 1981.

"I'm excited to take on this new role with the BBC,” said Jennifer. “My first love is sportfishing; not just the tournaments but the great people involved.

Working with Al and Brenda over the past

20-years, I learned first-hand what makes the BBC successful. That experience, along with my passion for fishing, gives me the knowledge, insight and motivation to take the BBC to the next level."

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At 6pm, the sculling races began and after 3 heats well-known sculler Clayton Bain emerged victorious. The 2nd annual sculling championship was very successful, with scullers coming from Long Island, Andros, Abaco and Grand Bahama. This is the second year in a row that Bain has won, proving he is the ultimate sculling champion and the man to beat in 2014. (Photo Courtesy of Bahamian Brewery and Beverage for Barefoot Marketing)

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Kelly, Bahamian Brewery and Beverage’s sculling organiser commented, “The sculling race was actually very close as all of the scullers were world class scullers Bain is a strong competitor and had to work hard for his win!”

Lynden Johnson, Sales and Marketing Manager at Bahamian Brewery and Beverage commented, “The crowd was extremely excited about the day, the New

Entry Band performance was great, and the crowd was thrilled with well-known entertainer Geno D. It was just a wonderful weekend.”

Bahamian Brewery and Beverage is proud to have reintroduced this old tradition to The Bahamas, and is a continued supporter of the sport. Look for pictures from the sculling race on the brewery’s Facebook page and work on your sculling skills, so maybe next year you can be the sculling champion.

The event was comprised of 3 races, the junior sailing race, the E-class sailing and the sculling race. On Saturday, the morning races began with the Triple B Malta Junior sailing. The winners of the junior sailing race were Chloe Sweeting in 1st place, Joey Gale in 2nd place and Rachel Sands in 3rd place. (Photo courtesy of Bahamian Brewery and Beverage or Barefoot Marketing)

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the past 10-years. A graduate of the IGFA Observer Training Course, Jennifer is the official Judge/scorekeeper for the Championship validating digital images and videos of released billfish throughout the Series.

Al Behrendt stated, “I can’t think of anyone more qualified to advance the objectives of the BBC. Jennifer has been an avid angler all her life and has participated in tournaments along the East Coast and in The Bahamas. Combining Jennifer’s understanding of the ‘tournament scene,’ her familiarity with the structure of the Championship and her demonstrated organizational skills, the BBC can look forward to another 40-years of great tournaments.”

Al Behrendt and his marine consulting company took on the management of the Bahamas Billfish Championship in 1981 at the request of The Bahamas’ Ministry of Tourism.

Above: Jennifer Dudas, BBC’s new president.

Flag Football season opens

By Timothy Roberts After much anticipation and several scrimmage games the Abaco Youth Football Association (AYFA) opened the flag football season with a jamboree at New Vision Ministries Sports Field on Saturday, November 9.

Despite sporadic rain the day went smoothly as friends and family came out to support teams from Green Turtle Cay, Man-O-War and Marsh Harbour. Breakfast, lunch and snack items were on sale to help raise money for team equipment.

Senior Division Games: In the Senior Division was a competition between the Marsh Harbour Wildhawgs and the Man-O-War Makos. The crowd was treated to the results of months of practice and the young athlete’s did not disappoint. With three interceptions to help their team, the Wildhawgs took a big lead on the Makos and ended the game with a score of 48 to 13.

The Makos next faced the Green Turtle Cay Falcons and in a tight match turnovers again were the key to victory. The Flacons pulled ahead by two touchdowns with two interceptions that led to scores at the end of the first half and held on to defeat the Makos 55 to 38.

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Students Away Keashia Curry: Keashia Curry is currently enrolled in her freshman year at the College of The Bahamas in Nassau, and she is majoring in mathematics.

As a recent graduate of S.C. Bootle High School, Keashia graduated in June 2013 having attained a number of honourary recognitions and awards during her time there namely the successful passes of C or above in two BGCSE exams in Grade 11; Perfect Attendance; the Prefects’ Award; the Chef Noel St. Claude Award for the Most Improved Athletic Award; and Honour Roll. The Honour Roll Award came as no surprise to her mother, Karen Laroda, who said that Keashia has been on the Honour Roll since the fifth grade. Keashia obtained a scholarship through the Ministry of Education having attained seven BGCSE passes with five Cs in English, Biology, Spanish, Religious Knowledge, and Bookkeeping & Accounts, and two Bs in Math and Commerce. Keashia has also served as a teaching cadet, and was a member of the Royal Bahamas Defence Force’s Rangers Program. Keashia Curry is the daughter of Stephason Curry of Crown Haven and Karen Laroda of Cedar Harbour.

Audea Russell: Audea R. Russell is presently a freshman at the College of The Bahamas, and is pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Secondary Education Mathematics. Audea graduated from S.C. Bootle High School with a Special Credit Degree, and 8 BGCSEs having attained C and above passes. She was also on the Honour Roll. While attending S.C. Bootle, Audea was very active as a student, and was the president of the Student Christian Movement (SCM); a member of the Discovery Club; and was a counselor on the Local Government Junior Council among other achievements. Her parents are Audley Russell, a foreman for FES Construction, and Doris Russell, who is a teacher at Fox Town Primary School. Audea shared that her mother has been a great inspiration to her life and her career choice.

Denton Gay: Denton Gay is in his senior year at Palm Beach Atlantic University and has plans to graduate in May 2014. His major is dance with a minor in business administration. Denton is a member of the PBA Dance Ensemble. He graduated from Wesley College. His parents are Wilfred and Ancela Gay of Dundas Town.

Olujimi Scott: O l u jimi Scott has now started his freshman year at Howard University in Washington where his major is Mechanical Engineering.

Ulujimi was the former head boy of Abaco Central High, he gained 8 BGCSE’s with A’s and B’s. Olujimi is a 2013 graduate of Abaco Central high and the son of Celeste Scott, nephew of Simone Pinder and the recipient of a Abaco Pathfinders and Legacy Scholarship.

Miranda Albury: Miranda Albury has begun her freshman year majoring in Business with a minor in Education at Palm Beach Atlantic University, in West Pam Beach, Florida. She is a 2013 graduate of Forest Heights, the recipient of a Pathfinders and Deans of PBA scholarship and the daughter of Anthony & Darcy Albury of Marsh Harbour.

E r i n Patterson: E r i n Patterson has entered her senior year at Montserrat College of Arts in Beverley, Massachusetts where she continues to pursue her Bachelor of Fine Arts degree.

During her 2012-2013 year Erin was active in Intervarsity Christina Fellowship, Knit Club & was a Photography Lab Monitor.

She is a 2010 graduate of Forest Heights and the daughter of Jane & Scott Patterson.

C a r l Archer Jr.: C a r l Anthony Archer Jr. has entered his second year at St. Mary’s University, continuing his studies in Computer & Information Systems and International Business Marketing. Carl is the Vice President of Outgoing exchange for Halifax, the worlds largest all student run organization in the world.

He is a 2011 graduate of Cyber Learning Center and the son of Carl Archer Sr. & Marva Archer of Marsh Harbour.

James Albury: James Albury has begun his second year at Florida SouthernCol-

lege, Lakeland, FL, where he continues his studies in Political Science and Political Communication. He is a recipient of a Thrift Scholarship and the son of the late Monty Albury and Ruth Albury of Marsh Harbour.

Sherrie Romer: Sherrie Romer graduated from S.C. Bootle High School in June 2013, and she received an Abaco Pathfinders Scholarship to attend the College of The Bahamas. She is majoring in Biology with a minor in Chemistry. After completing four years of her degree program, Sherrie hopes to attend the University Of West Indies in Trinidad and Tobago where she will further her education to become a Pediatrician.

While attending S.C. Bootle, Sherrie accumulated top awards and was recognized as the Model United Nations Winner 2012; Junior Minister of Tourism for Abaco 2012-2013; Bronze Medalist of the Governor General Youth Award Program; First Place Senior Rotary Speech Competition 2012; Finalist at Texaco Road Safety; Top Debater for Abaco for three years; and Honor Roll student in Grades 7 to 12. She served as Vice President of Juniors Achievers; as a council member of Local Government Junior Council; and as a member of the Prefect Committee and Debate Club. Presently, she has her sights set on joining the volleyball team at COB. Sherrie Romer is the daughter of Brian and Paula Romer of Treasure Cay.

Joy Archer: Joy Archer graduated from St. Francis de Sales Catholic School and began life as a college student at IE University at the Segovia campus in Spain in 2011. She pursued a Dual Degree in Bachelor of Laws (LLB) and a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA). In April 2012, she completed her course in Spanish, allowing her to take up another language.

Following her graduation from IE University, Joy is presently a junior student at the Saint Louis University Madrid campus pursuing the same BBA/LLB degree. She was named a Campus Ambassador for this semester and the next, and was also fortunate to be able to act and sing the opening number in the Drama Department’s Spring Production in Spain.

Joy received a number of awards for the spring semester, but the most noteworthy were for Spanish poetry: "Concurso De Escritura Creativa Ignacio De Loyola," and the other was the Loyola Award for Writing in English.

Joy Archer is the daughter of Emmit and Beverley Archer of Dundas Town.

Clydesha Cornish: Clydesha Cornish is in her first semester at the College of The Bahamas in New Providence.

She is pursuing a Bachelor’s of Education degree in Mathematics. Clydesha received a Teacher’s Grant under the Ministry of Education, which requires students to maintain a grade point average of 3.0 or above.

Clydesha graduated from S. C. Bootle High School in June 2013. Her high school achievements include seven BGCSE passes in Mathematics (A); Spanish (A); Religious Studies (A); Accounts/Bookkeeping (A), Commerce (B); a B pass in English, which she took in 2012; and a C in Biology.

She served as a Prefect from 2010 to 2012; Head Girl/Top Prefect from 20122013; Vice President of Marketing in Junior Achievement (2011-2012); Deputy Chief Councillor in Local Government Junior Council (2011-2012); Vice President of Teacher's Cadet (2012-2013); Honour Roll Student in Grades 10 to 11; and she also received the High Flyer award for obtaining a 3.5 or above GPA in Grade 12.

Clydesha Cornish’s parents are: Clyde and Charmaine Cornish.

Paytan Stubbs: Paytan Stubbs began her freshman year at the College of The Bahamas in the fall semester of 2013. She is majoring in Biology with a minor in Chemistry.

As a recent graduate of Abaco Central High School, Paytan received the Salutatorian Award; Head Girl Award; Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. Most Outstanding Family Island Student Award; the Governor General Youth’s Award (GGYA) Bronze Award; Honor Roll Award; Ranger Guide Award; as well as the Most Outstanding Student Award in Biology, Religion, Civics, Math, Chemistry, Physics and Music.

Paytan received an Abaco Pathfinders scholarship, and Ministry of Education Bursary Award. Her parents are Lavaughn and Cleveland Stubbs.

Serena Greene: Serena Greene is her junior year at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, N.C. Serena is pursuing a double major in Psychology and Pre-Business, and is now a member of Psi Chi, which is the National Honor Society in Psychology. She is also a Psychology Peer Advisor; on the e-board of

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Students Away the Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM); and a member of Coalition of 100 Black Women, which is an organization to empower, uplift and inspire black women on campus. By the end of next semester, Serena is looking forward to declaring Business as her second major! Serena is a 2011 graduate of Forest Heights Academy. Her parents are Gregory and Sharon Greene of Marsh Harbour.

Chante Basden Chante Basden is a 2013 graduate of Agape Christian School with many honors and accomplishments, including an Academic Award Certificate of Achievement, “His Excellency Sir Arthur A. Foulkes”, Top Academic Achiever 2013 at Cyber Learning Center “Department of Education, Abaco District”, outstanding in Geography, outstanding in Literature, top student in Religion, Behavior Honor Roll, participant in the 2013 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Civil Rights Essay and 2013 Super Honor Roll at Agape Christian School.

Chante enters Lincoln Culinary Institute in West Palm Beach, Florida having already won a Lil’ Chef Competition at Lincoln Culinary Institute along with winning the “Best Dish” at a Lil’ Chef Competition at The College of The Bahamas. She hopes to follow in her Mother’s footsteps of baking by taking “Da Bes Yet” Bakery well beyond where it is now when she finishes her studies in Culinary Arts & Business Administration. Chante is the daughter of Deborah and the late Keith Basden.

R a y shell Sands: Rayshell Sands is finishing up her first year at St Thomas University, Miami, Florida where she is studying Premed/Biology. During this first year Rayshell has made the Dean’s List. She is a 2012 graduate of St. Francis de Sales School and the recipient of a St. Thomas University and Department of Education, Nassau, scholarship. Her parents are Raymond & Wendy Sands of Marsh Harbour.

Cathy Weatherford: Cathy Weaterford has entered her first year at Lincoln College of Technology where she will be majoring in Nursing. Cathy is a 2013 graduate of Mary E. Albury High School, Man-O-War and the daughter of Ray and Pamela Weatherford of Man-OWar Cay. She is a recipient of scholarships from Lorraine Sands Lee, Lincoln College and Abaco Pathfinders.

Aisha Jones: Aisha Jones, even though she spent most of her school years here in Abaco, she completed her last year of high School in Nassau, graduating from C.V. Bethel Sr. High with honors and 9 BGCSE’s, four of which are A’s. Her many activities and achievements include Miss Teen Bahamas Galaxy title, Drama Club, Youth Group and Media Ministry at Evangelistic Temple, member of COBUS, Prosociety and ENUE. Aisha is now active in her first year of College of the Bahamas where her Major is Tourism Management with a minor in Eco Tourism. She has been awarded a 4 year Bursary Scholarship. Aisha is the daughter of Samantha Evans of Dundas Town.

Keith McDonald: Keith McDonald has entered his first year at College of the Bahamas where he has begun his studies in Information Technology. Keith has been awarded a Bursary Scholarship and he is a 2013 graduate of St. Frances de Sales School. His parents are Keith Sr. and Charlene McDonald of Murphy Town.

Abria Hield: Abria Hield, a 2013 graduate of Forest Heights Academy, has now begun her first year at College of the Bahamas, majoring in Business Administration/Marketing. During her final year at Forest Height Academy, Abria’s accomplishments included 10 BGCSE’s, Most Improved, Good Citizen and Bahamas Outstanding Student, Abaco District. She was also active in Interact Club and Junkanoo. She is the recipient of a 4 year Bursary Scholarship and the daughter of Eleanor Hield of Dundas Town.

Denton Sawyer: Denton Sawyer, the son of Randy & Bernadette Sawyer of Green Turtle Cay, began his first year at Daytona State College, Daytona Beach, Florida, back in January of this year where he is studying Criminal Justice. Denton is a 2011 graduate of Forest Heights Academy.

Tremeice Martin:

T r e meice Martin has entered her first year at College of the Bahamas, majoring in Psychology.

Tremeice is a 2012 graduate of St Francis de Sales School and the daughter of George Martin & Sheila Kelly.

Alexis McIntosh: Alexis McIntosh, the daughter of Ruben & Junnie McIntosh of Green Turtle Cay, has entered her second semester at Trinity Collage of Florida where she is studying Psychology and General Education. She is a 2012 graduate of Long Bay School.

Aly Boyce: A l y Boyce is a graduate of Forest Heights Academy and is in her sophomore year at University of California at Berkeley. She is studying a double major of political science and environmental policy. Aly was accepted as an intern for the ASUC Student Legal Clinic, and is an active member of Kappa Kappa Gamma Sorority. She is the daughter of Frank and Cha Boyce.

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degree. I never thought that would happen because all I saw was poverty, rejection and hurt as a child.

“I stand before you – doors are opening, and I am able to speak into the lives of great people. Someone like me who came from nothing, but purpose has a way of troubling the finite mind, and God has our purpose to connect with our destiny.”

In her remarks, Moss said there is a need for women to come together more to empower each other and to push one another to the place where we are supposed during her presentation – “Giving Birth to Your Vision/Dreams.” She said that God has placed a vision or dream in each one of us, and He has equipped us with all that we need to fulfill those things. However, Moss explained that because God does not come to the earth physically, He comes to the earth through each of us.

Finally, the Hon. Loretta ButlerTurner, FNM MP for Long Island, was introduced as the keynote speaker. Her topic: “Leading as Women in the 21stCentury.” One of the things she addressed was Bahamian women being able to pass citizenship on to our children.

Butler-Turner said that the luncheon was designed to empower, motivate, build self-esteem and confidence, celebrate success, to promote entrepreneurship, the contribution of women to the growth of Abaco and The Bahamas, and women who are making a difference through mentorship. “’Leading as Women in the 21st Century’ is very much the topic as women are taking on leadership positions previously held by our brothers – the men,” she said.

Butler-Turner mentioned women like Sheryl Sandberg, who was featured among Fortune’s 50 Most Powerful Women’s Business list. In Sandberg’s book, Lean In, she speaks about the dynamics of being a female and being a high achiever in the world.

While women are valuable, she told them that they must also realize the value of family as their support base. She highlighted significant milestones like the Women’s Suffrage Movement, and talked about a regional coalition that is being developed to help push more women to the table.

“The empowerment of women is about human issues; nations are stronger, healthier and more productive when women are involved,” she opined. “Women are not looking to take over, but to share in the responsibility.”

Women’s Empowerment Honorees were: Michelle McIntosh of Daughters of Royalty Inc. in Cedar Harbour; Kimberly Rahming of Change Ministries International’s Pink Pearls; Bertlyn Cornish-Linden, Friendship Tabernacle Church’s Gifted Girls Inc.; Iris Henchell, branch manager of FirstCaribbean International Bank; and Angie Collie, founder and managing director of Auskell Advanced Medical Center.

The conference ended with the “Passion for Fashion” grand finale event, and guests were invited to mingle and shop for clothing, accessories, handbags, cosmetics, shoes and more. Giveaways included Michael Kors handbags, MAC cosmetics, and gift certificate from all participating clothing and shoe boutiques.

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Lifestyles November is Aviation History Month:

A look at one of Abaco’s most famous pilots and the legacy of out-island aviation

By Jennifer Hudson November is Aviation History Month and so this is a fitting time to honour the memory of Capt Leonard Maurice Thompson after whom the new Marsh Harbour International Airport is to be named. Leonard Thompson was an astute businessman who built up many businesses in Nassau and Abaco but whose passion was always for flying.

Leonard Thompson was born in Hope Town, Abaco, on 17 June 1917 and in his memoirs he observed that one day as a young boy everyone was given a holiday to watch the first seaplane land in Hope Town Harbour.

It is that day that he attributed to affecting his future life. The plane had been chartered to bring in a doctor to attend the mother of Mr. J.W Roberts who was very sick at the time. The pilot was Captain A. B. Chalk, an early pioneer of aviation in The Bahamas, and the young Leonard Thompson decided that day he would like to become a pilot like Capt. Chalk. Years later that dream did come true as Mr. Thompson went on to earn his wings.

In 1937 Leonard Thompson persuaded his friend, Charlie Collar, a US naval pilot and later the pioneer founder of Bahamas Airways, to take him on as an apprentice pilot. At first his duties consisted of cleaning and washing down two small aircraft; then refueling the aircraft and unloading the luggage whenever a charter came up.

However, his dreams would come true whenever there were no passengers on the

return flight as he would get the chance to fly the airplane under the supervision of the captain.

When war broke out in Britain, Leonard Thompson felt it his duty to offer his services in the war effort. He travelled to Canada where he joined the Royal Canadian Air Force and qualified as an aero engine mechanic. After a while he was posted to Elementary Flying Training School and after months of training, in 1942, he finally earned his wings. He was then posted overseas along with 13 of his classmates of whom, sadly, only three returned at the end of the war. While flying as a bomber pilot for the Royal Canadian Air Force, Capt. Thompson was shot down over Germany and detained in a prisoner of war camp for 18 months. Fortunately, he survived the ordeal and was happy to return to Abaco to his new wife and young son whom he had never seen.

Upon his return to Montréal at the end of the war, Leonard Thompson sat an examination for a commercial pilot's licence which then enabled him to start flying as soon as he arrived back in Nassau.

Back home on Abaco, Capt. Thompson rejoined Bahamas Airways in 1945 and became chief pilot, flying to many of the out islands.

After flying for some time with Bahamas Airways, he left and started his own charter company, Skyway Bahamas Ltd. During the ensuing years Capt.

Thompson became involved in many businesses both in Nassau and Abaco which included both the Treasure Cay Resort and the Great Abaco Beach Hotel. Not long after this final move to Abaco, Capt. Thompson formed Abaco Air with friends Gil Hensler, Joe Muller and Jack Albury as partners. However he soon became more and more involved with the Great Abaco

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Club and finally withdrew from flying altogether.

He entered politics at the age of 32 and was elected to the House of Assembly. He served as representative for Abaco many times until 1968 and until his death remained an ardent supporter of his party.

Air traffic into Marsh Harbour nowadays consists mainly of flights between Nassau and Florida with a couple to Freeport. Over the years there has been no record of longevity and many small carriers such as Locair, Yellow Air Taxi and Twin Air have come and gone. Chalk's International Airlines, which was synonymous with out Island air service, started flying to Abaco in 2007 but after a short time ceased flying due to loss of its federal operational licence. In mid-July 2008, Vintage Props and Jets, which had actually been one of the long-time carriers of 16 years, filed for bankruptcy.

Island Pass, which started flying here with great hopes a couple of years ago, was gone within eight months and Craig Air (Jacksonville) and Airgate (New Smyna Beach) picked up the slack. In 2011 United and Continental merged to form Gulfstream but that airline suffered problems and has now been replaced by Silver Air which offers service into Orlando, Fort Lauderdale and West Palm Beach. American Eagle flies into Miami and Twin Air Calypso flies into Fort Lauderdale.

Bahamasair remains the longest serving airline between Abaco, Nassau and Florida, West Palm Beach, with Sky Bahamas now offering service between Abaco, Nassau and Fort Lauderdale. Western Air also flies between Nassau and Marsh Harbour. Regional and Flamingo Air offer service into Freeport.

The present Marsh Harbour airport, which is now the focus of much ire, was built in the late 1980’s. Prior to that date sea planes would land at the Union Jack Dock. In 2007 a new and extended runway was constructed at the Marsh Harbour Airport with the existing runway taking over as a taxi way.

In 2011 work commenced on a new International Airport for Marsh Harbour adjacent to the existing terminal. However, numerous alterations and date changes have occurred leaving everyone anxiously awaiting the opening of the spacious new Captain Leonard M. Thompson Airport now slated for January 2014.

Gospel Singalong Fundraiser Concert held in November

By Jennifer Hudson The Gospel Singalong Concert held in the St John the Baptist Anglican Church Parish Hall on November 2 was very much enjoyed by the audience who certainly showed their appreciation. One lady gave it high praise indeed when she described it as; "A concert to end all concerts."

Following a welcome and prayer by master of ceremonies John Hudson, the program opened with a performance by the ' Gospel Rake n' Scrapers'. This unique group consisting of violin (Jennifer Hudson), guitar (Avery Thompson), saw (Maisie Moss) and the very lively Viola Johnson on grater made its debut performance as a group and was a real hit with the audience. They opened and closed the program with a selection of rousing oldtime gospel favourites to which the audience sang their hearts out.

A selection of beautiful solos was rendered by Kelia McKinney, Nikia Turner and Esther Bethel, Ronell Escarment and Basil Been. Ronell is a 14-year-old student of Every Child Counts School who won first place in his class in the E. Clement Bethel National Arts Festival and he sang a moving rendition of the well-known song ‘You Raise Me Up’. Mr. Been was also the winner of his class in the National Arts Festival and most people are familiar with his rich, deep bass voice.

Mr. Been was joined by Gentry Morris for a very stirring and inspirational duet. They were also joined by Marvin Green to sing a couple of lively selections as the ever popular ‘Jes’Us’ group. ‘But for Grace’, an eight-member group attached to the Seventh-Day Adventists Church, sang some very expressive and meaningful selections.

The instrumental duet of violin and accordion (Barbara Sinclair) performed the well-loved hymns ‘Amazing Grace’ and ‘How Great Thou Art’ which the audience felt moved to join in. This very joyful program closed with more audience participation accompanied by the Gospel Rake n’ Scrapers.

An offertory was taken to assist in the completion of the Kirk of the Pines Presbyterian Church during which Mr. Rod Hall played keyboard selections. Refreshments donated by church members and wellwishers were on sale to help boost funds.

The Kirk of the Pines would like to thank all those who participated and assisted in any way.

FOR YOUR CONVENIENCE TO CUT OUT AND SAVE Above: But for Grace’, an eight-member group attached to the Seventh-Day Adventists Church, sang some very expressive and meaningful selections.

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Lifestyles HOPE TOWN MUSIC FESTIVAL TO RUN FERRYS FRIDAY, SATURDAY AND SUNDAY NIGHT, LEAVING MARSH HARBOUR AT 6:30 RETURNING 11:30. $15.00 Round Trip CALL ALBURY'S FERRY FOR DETAILS.

Broadcast Music, Inc. announces Combustion Music Hope Town Music Festival Press Release Broadcast Music, Inc. (BMI), a global leader in music rights management, announced the inaugural Combustion Music Hope Town Music Festival presented

by Hope Town Harbour Lodge and BMI will be held December 5-9, 2013. Set in idyllic Hope Town, the Combustion Music Hope Town Music Festival will feature three days of great free performances from top songwriters and artists, including: Jon Pardi, Dallas Davidson, Blair Daly, Kree Harrison, Native Run, Chris Farren, Ashley Gorley, Johnnie & Joe, Chris DeStefano, Rodney Clawson and Nicolle Galyon, hosted by GAC’s Storme Warren at different venues across the island.

"BMI is committed to presenting new and unique opportunities for our songwriters to showcase their talents, and the Combustion Music Hope Town Music Festival will do just that," said BMI’s Executive Director of Writer/Publisher Relations Mark Mason. “There’s no more perfect time of year to head to The Bahamas, and together with Combustion Music and the Hope Town Harbour Lodge, we plan to present an amazing opportunity for fans and songwriters alike.”

“We have assembled an incredible group of songwriters who collectively have written over 60 No. 1 songs, and I can't think of a more beautiful place to showcase their talents than Hope Town," said Combustion Music's President Chris Farren.

“The Hope Town Harbour Lodge is honored to host this one-of-a-kind event bringing a stellar lineup of talent to the island for two great local causes,” said Steve Johnson, co-owner of the Hope Town Harbour Lodge.

The Combustion Music Hope Town Music Festival will raise awareness and collect proceeds benefitting the Hope Town Volunteer Fire and Rescue and Every Child Counts, an alternative education program for children with learning, developmental or physical disabilities.

Additional sponsors for the inaugural Combustion Music Hope Town Music Festival include Harbour’s Edge, Hope Town Inn and Marina, Abaco Inn, Albury's Ferry Service, Hope Town Hideaways, Elbow Cay Properties, Froggies Out Island Adventures, SunTrust Bank and the Academy of Country Music. Events for the Combustion Music Hope Town Music Festival are free, and those interested in accommodations and more information should contact the Hope Town Harbour Lodge at http:// www.hopetownlodge.com.

Nov 15 Clues Across 4.

5.

7.

Fast shark Christmas “Saint” A rod and reel aren’t much good without this.

9. A colour, a branch of military.

11. This animal is said to “Never forget” 12. Very important and timely.

13. Large body of fresh water.

16. US holiday often celebrated with turkey.

18. Travel that focuses on culture, nature and arts.

Down 1. Necessary to mail a letter.

2. Power derived from the sun.

3. When “Toters” come to your party, they usually bring this.

6. Shrimp sauce; drinks.

8. Famous Joyce novel.

10. These Bulldogs just won the National Softball Tournament.

14.

Newly renovated Cherokee church.

15. Famous plumber.

17.

Licensing fees for these have gone up sharply and unexpectedly.

Aug 15 Answers

Across

1. F A C S I M I L E — C o m m o n l y known as a Fax. 3. ROYAL—Descriptive of the Monarchy.

5. CELCIUS—Metric system of temperature.

9. G O A T S K I N — C o m m o n material for Junkanoo drums.

10. LIGHTHOUSE—Abaco has two of these imperial structures.

14. DODO—Extinct bird.

16. ARSON—A “firebug’s” crime.

18. C A L L O U S — R o u g h , insensitive.

19. DIDGERIDOO—Australian wind instrument.

Down 1. FRANTIC—Distraught and hurried.

2. MAIZE—Corn 4. CLEAN—Antonym of dirty.

6. IRS—US Tax Agency 7. SEAWEED—Hiding spot for conch; food for turtles.

8. PEARL—Found in oysters but also conchs.

11. IBIS—Wading bird.

12. CORAL—Colourful home for fish.

13. ATOMS—Makeup of molecules.

15. MAP—Critical to navigation.

17. ROUND—You can’t fit a square peg in a _____ hole.

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Sports From Page 13

The final senior game of the day showcased an overwhelming defensive performance by the Falcons who stifled the Wildhawgs offense while capitalizing on several turnovers to win the game 44 to 9.

Junior Division Games: Due to a prior commitment Green Turtle Cay’s junior team was not able to be at the Jamboree so the Wildhawgs and Makos junior teams played each other twice.

The Wildhawgs pulled off two victories with a good defensive performance

and an offense that took advantage of their speedy players. The first game was won 35 to 2 and the second game ended 33 to 0.

The AYFA and the weekend’s hosts, the Marsh Harbour Wildhawgs, thanks all who came out and supported the first week of the Flag Football Season and special thanks to those who donated money, time and effort to the concession stand.

There will be another Jamboree with six games played in Man-O-War on November 16 and later in the moth in Green Turtle Cay on November 30.

School & Youth News Third Annual Angels Academy Carnival excites students

Above: Shelley Roark, owner of Angels Academy, waits at the ticket booth during the school Carnival.

By Mirella Santillo Angels Academy held its third annual fund raising fair from Noon to 4 pm on the first Saturday of November. It was a hot day for the season, but it did not prevent the many people attending the carnival from having a great time.

There was a ticket booth decorated in red and white, reminiscent of one seen in a circus. Several tents sheltered games tables also decorated in white and red, behind which teachers or parents helped kids who wanted to try their luck at the many games offered. They soon became populated by quite a few children looking for a thrill.

Many came to have their face painted by art teacher Stacey Adderley, or to try different games in the hope of winning prizes. The younger ones could be found in the bouncing castle while parents gathered in the back of the school where a table loaded with pastries stood. Behind the grill fathers cooked hamburgers and hotdogs.

Above: a good ground game is important for any offense to succeed.

Right: A leaping catch in the endzone.

There was a continuous flow of people and as the afternoon wore on they kept coming, some bringing more goodies to be sold.

It was a festive occasion with many parents and grandparents attending as well Please see

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Above: a young girl attempts eating a cotton candy larger than her head at the Carnival.

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Left: Behind the scenes of a recent Soberlee Designs photoshoot.

The shirts, designed by Dakotah Delancy and Leanne Russell, are being modelled by Analia Lowe (left) and Erica Pinder (right).

School & Youth News Carnival

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as supporters from the community who had come to buy home-made food prepared by the students’ families and socialize with acquaintances. The school administrator, Barbara Johnson, said she was pleased with the outcome.

The school will hold its Christmas pageant with a production of Peter Pan, starting at 10 am on December 12.

Above: the bounce house is always a favourite.

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