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‘Big South’ ONCE booming South Caicos could be in for a resurrection amid a gargantuan scheme set to create hundreds of jobs and breathe new life into the sluggish island. PAGE  5

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The 130-year-old crumbling former District Commissioner’s mansion is among those set for a revamp.

Ports of Call, Comfort Suites set to be sold ONE of Provo’s forefront shopping centres and a hotel look set to be sold ...

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Sandals assists with gov’t probe HOTEL chain Sandals announced this week that it has been actively assisting in TCI’s government corruption probe ... PAGE 

Rapist's appeal denied

A MAN jailed for raping a pregnant woman at gunpoint ... PAGE 

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

January 29 - February 4, 2011

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

January 29 - February 4, 2011

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Editorial Where are the fish?

DURING the public hearings into corruption in the TCI, one of the lawyers representing the Ministers asked the Commissioner if the exercises were just a fishing expedition, to which Sir Robin replied: “No, but we’re catching plenty of fish!” The world is still waiting for the big catch! We are beginning to learn that investigators don’t work like journalists. Our impatience as journalists stems from the fact that we are trained to tell the most important part of the story in the first paragraph; the less important details are left for the last. But investigators don’t work that way. They apparently work from the bottom up, building to a crescendo like a cliffhanger narrative. Take the investigation that has been going on here for the last year. The drama is unfolding like an Alfred Hitchcock movie – brimming with suspense we are told, and jammed-full of unexpected characters. But we are tired of seeing the bait. We want to see the big catch. Maybe, though, there is a method to this madness: Perhaps they need the small sprats to catch the big fish! And so we wait….

Without protocol

We are told that when protocol officer Jan Messam was roused from her bed by SIPT officers last Tuesday, she was not even given sufficient time to get ready. She was taken to the Chalk Sound police station, where she was questioned for some 12 hours, then locked up in a room for another hour before being released. According to sources, she wasn’t even allowed to eat, even though her husband brought her lunch. And the cell where she was locked up didn’t even have a chair to sit on. Is this the way SIPT officers were instructed to handle local people who have been tarnished by association with the former administration? Don’t people have certain basic human rights, even when they are in the hand of the law? What happened to those age-old principles that free countries everywhere subscribe to - including Great Britain - that declare a person innocent until proven guilty? And is it not true that what separates the civilised world from the rest of humanity is that even when one is found guilty of an offence they are still entitled to certain basic human courtesies? Jan’s story contrasts, we are told, with another case last week in which an expatriate woman was “requested” to appear at the police station for questioning. We are told that officers from the SIPT came to her home around 6.30am that morning “requesting” her to accompany them to the station. The ex-pat lady flatly informed the officers that she was not yet “properly out of bed”, but when she had finished tidying up and having breakfast she would drive herself to the station to answer any questions they had. The officers simply apologised and left. We just hope this story isn’t true.

No transparency

We just had to go back again to that list of predictions for the Islands published in the TCI Journal in their January 4 edition. Here is a very interesting one: “We expect the citizens to make efforts to include the necessary changes in our constitution that will require all future executive decisions to be made transparently in the open, and all Government transactions to be readily available.” Great! These are grand and noble aspirations, principles that ought to be enshrined in every constitution. But wouldn’t it be nice if while the Brits are here on the ground running things, if they could teach us a thing or two about “openness” and “transparency”? We had never seen the Brits in operation before now, but from what we have seen so far, we can safely say that “openness” and “transparency” are not their strong suit. We will defend this statement in another editorial.

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Businessman Dale Papke plans to breathe new energy into the Ports of Call plaza.

Ports of Call, Comfort Suites set to be sold By Gemma Handy ONE of Provo’s forefront shopping centres and a hotel look set to be sold to a Canadian businessman within weeks, the Weekly News can reveal. Ports of Call plaza and the 98room Comfort Suites – both in the heart of tourist centre Grace Bay – are in line to be spruced up and revitalised once the deal is sealed. Toronto entrepreneur Dale Papke told the Weekly News he also plans to host cultural events and live music in the once bustling plaza’s courtyard. Mr Papke, who owns a number of businesses in Ontario, is poised to snap up the properties for an undisclosed sum on April 1. The Papke Properties president said his aim was to beef up visitor numbers to the mall and hotel – both of which have suffered from a lack of patrons in recent years. “It is my belief that the Turks and Caicos presents an excellent investment opportunity,” he continued. “I first visited the island two and a half years ago when one of my other companies was involved in the supply and installation of the hydrotherapy pool at the hospital and the swimming pool at The Atrium. “I was very impressed with the water, the beaches, the dining and the friendliness of the residents. “With the increased air lifts and the concerns of safety at some other popular destinations it is certainly an ideal time to promote the benefits of vacationing in Turks and Caicos.” Mr Papke said there were no immediate plans for “drastic change” such as job cuts. “Our intention is to continue operations as is, concentrating our efforts on increasing traffic to both the hotel and the plaza through increased marketing, special promotions and upgrades to both the hotel and plaza.” He said the properties had felt

Visitor numbers have dwindled at the 98-room Comfort Suites hotel.

the effects of a lack of marketing in recent years. “But Ports of Call is still considered the most active part of the island for entertainment and I want to work on that. I will try to do cultural events like live music in the courtyard to bring both locals and tourists to the plaza. “There are no plans for drastic change. It’s a bad economy right now, the Islands have been hurt and there’s been a lack of promotion at the hotel. “I want to make things better and you don’t do that by doing anything drastic.” The news has been welcomed by Ports of Call business owners. Meryl Cooper, of Spa Tropique, said: “I think he can really see the future of the centre, he is looking at it with incredibly fresh eyes. “I think he realises that there’s a way to help revitalise it and he will bring a fresh energy to it. “Our businesses here are worth more together and this will help us work more collaboratively, bringing people together rather than us all working separately.”

A spokeswoman for Mama’s Gift Shop said the plaza was currently a “dead zone”. “Most tourists don’t even know where Ports of Call is right now. If the new owners give us some promotion that will be great. “Without talk, people forget about us. “If they improve the mall we will be happy because we need improvement around here,” she added. The hotel and plaza’s current owner, James Satin, told the Weekly News he had inherited the property just over four years ago when his uncle died. Mr Satin, who lives in Canada, said: “I took over the operations but I am a lawyer and hotels are not really my business. “I have been trying to sell it over the last few years. “Dale’s intention is to try to revitalise everything and bring it back to life.” He added: “March 31 is the anticipated closing date. I expect the sale to move ahead but there is no written contract yet.”

January 29 - February 4, 2011

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Big plans for ‘Big South’ By Gemma Handy

ONCE booming South Caicos could be in for a resurrection amid a gargantuan scheme set to create hundreds of jobs and breathe new life into the sluggish island. Work on the second phase of the Sailrock resort is slated to begin within months – and will include restoring several of the island’s beloved historic buildings. Dubbed the ‘Big South’ during the roaring salt industry, the tiny isle has been largely left languishing since the trade’s demise in the 1960s. Some still scratch a living from the previously booming fishing sector but locals say poor oversight and over-fishing has rendered it somewhat listless. South Caicos also took a battering from hurricanes Ike and Hanna in 2008. Residents told the Weekly News they hoped the project would be the economic shot in the arm the community needs. Whether the fact that developers CMK have rights over 2,400 acres – almost half of the 8.5sq mile island – will stir hostility, remains to be seen. One resident expressed concern about the firm owning an “inappropriately large” portion of the land. CMK chiefs said they were looking forward to giving a much needed facelift to the island, steeped in rich history and known for its abundant landmark architecture. They have already ploughed thousands into fixing up many of the decades-old stone walls which characterise the place. The upcoming construction phase in the north of the island will include private homes, a 22-room hotel, restaurant, reception building and swimming pool. It follows a 236-unit sub-division in Bell Sound, of which 130 lots have been sold. Chicago businessman Ted Weldon, one of three partners in Sailrock Development Ltd, said the focus was on low density, ecofriendly construction. He said development would take place slowly over 25 years to ultimately comprise four hotels and 600 villas. “We are starting small and being smart about the way we develop; we will grow it slowly which is especially important in this economy. “We also have very strict guidelines about protecting the beautiful land and nothing will be higher than two storeys.” Mr Weldon said the developers had been attracted to South Caicos on account of its history and tranquil ambience. Some buildings dating back almost 200 years will be incorporated into the scheme, including a former plantation home which is set to

become a restaurant. The company also plans to establish a thriving fish market and museum to commemorate South Caicos’ colourful past. “Tourists love the authentic Caribbean experience. Here they can walk down streets with centuries-old buildings and learn about their past. “We want to create a proper fish market where people can have dinner next to the fishermen and hear fascinating stories about the island.” Mr Weldon said he was optimistic about the TCI’s future. “I am very bullish that we will see this economy grow. The US is coming out of recession now and more airlift will be coming from Europe. “We will soon start to see a growth and renaissance.” Resident Butch Clare told the Weekly News he hoped the project would be “the comeback kid” for his native island. Mr Clare, a local representative for CMK, said around a dozen homes dating back to the 19th century had been identified for restoration. They include the old government warehouse, built around 1840, the original Timco building on the waterfront and the crumbling former District Commissioner’s mansion, believed to be 130 years old. Mr Clare said some people may have concerns that the firm had control over half the island. “They will have the ability to monopolise and control whatever development comes to South but, at the same time, it could produce a legitimate, long term, sustainable

Developers have already fixed up many of the decades-old stone walls, using local labour.

plan for the community. “Fishermen are finding it more and more difficult to enjoy the kind of catches they used to get years ago, Hurricane Ike did a lot of harm and the community really needs an economic injection to revive it. “I have heard no opposition from anyone so far. It will open up a lot of entrepreneurial opportunities and encourage investors to come to South

for restaurants, boutiques, gift shops and entertainment.” His brother, historian Bill Clare, added: “We are hoping this will come to fruition. Anything that breathes new life into the community and keeps young people in South Caicos is great.” Another resident, who asked to remain nameless, said: “South Caicos definitely needs

development and an injection of commercial activity. “It’s good that this company will be investing but when one party owns such a large portion of the land it can become non-competitive and that party will have an undue amount of potential influence. “I don’t think they needed that much land to bring about economic activity.”

Herzog in talks with Government over debt By Gemma Handy CONSTRUCTION firm Herzog became the latest company to threaten a lawsuit against the TCI Government for unpaid bills topping $13m this week. But two days later the company announced “meaningful negotiations” were underway in a bid to reach a settlement. Herzog’s attorneys, Misick & Stanbrook, had issued a statement on Tuesday announcing the company had filed an action to reclaim cash owed for roads built. “There is no dispute that the money is owed to Herzog. Herzog successfully completed asphalt and other road construction projects for TCIG between November 2006 and 2008. “While TCIG has received the benefit of the paved road projects, TCIG has not paid Herzog,” it read.

The company asserted, despite “numerous efforts” to accommodate TCIG, it had been left with no alternative but to haul the Government before the courts. Herzog claims TCIG defaulted on a payment plan agreed in April 2009 and that further attempts to negotiate a settlement had been unsuccessful. “Regrettably, Herzog feels at this point in time it had nowhere else to turn, other than to go to court and collect the money which it is owed, as Herzog has already incurred the costs associated with the performance of this work.” The statement added that $13m was too large a sum for the firm to be owed and that the debt had left Herzog unable to pay its local subcontractors. However Governor Gordon Wetherell told a press briefing on Wednesday that he had been “very

surprised” to read the statement. “We are in the process of negotiating a settlement with Herzog,” he said. “An agreement was reached on the basis of that. I believe the statement was issued in error and will be retracted.” Attorneys with Dunn & Davison law firm issued a statement on behalf of Herzog on Thursday, confirming talks were in place. “Herzog Caribbean is pleased to advise that it has recently re-engaged in meaningful negotiations which may very well lead to an amicable settlement of the indebtedness which Herzog Caribbean is owed by the Turks and Caicos Government,” it read. “While the details are still being worked out, both parties are optimistic that an acceptable resolution can soon be finalised. “At this time Herzog Caribbean

is focusing all of its efforts on reaching a settlement rather than litigation.” Sparse information was forthcoming about other ongoing lawsuits against the Government at Wednesday’s press conference, despite questions from media. In July 2009, it emerged TCIG was being sued over unpaid bills by five overseas firms, with 15 more threatening legal action. Interest for the $1m debt owed to multinational magazine publisher Conde Nast alone then topped $15,000 a month. The other four companies were Rolls Royce, Bridal Guide magazine, Elite Travel and PR firm Kerwin Communications. In 2009, former healthcare provider Southern Health Network also said it was poised to sue over a colossal $16m it claimed to be owed.

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

January 29 - February 4, 2011

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

Economic optimism? TCI architects have reported an upsurge in enquiries which could soon spell good news for the country’s construction industry. We asked readers what signs, if any, have you seen that the recession is beginning to lift – and how optimistic you are for the state of the Islands’ economy in 2011?

Too soon to tell

“An upsurge in enquiries doesn’t spell money in the bank. I think I’d rather wait on an upsurge in actual contracts before I predict any turning around of this economy.”

Positive signs

“One can only be optimistic about 2011 and the rest of the years to follow. There are signs that the banks are picking up in business, lines are longer and the flights at the airport are fuller. “The beaches are full and it is confirmed that the activity in the private sector is showing signs of promise. “It is also true that the US economy is picking up. Business men like a split Government – Republicans and Democrats will not be having their way but must sway to public opinion and common sense. Thus investor confidence will pick up and investment will improve. “Investors have been given the signal in the TCI that former Ministers will be charged even if they are using the ‘small fries’ who may very well be innocent for bait. “So far the persons arrested could only have been witnesses to what Ministers and developers did. “But the reality is that the proverbial ‘Sheriff’, Helen Garlick, is finally beginning to do something. “The word goes out that what Ministers did in the past will not be gotten away with. That can only help investor confidence. “The issue with the funding of tourism promotion is a valid debate and must be resolved. “The Government should be funding tourism: this is the reason why we pay departure tax and Floyd Hall’s $.25 a gallon on fuel. By the way, that should be repealed because as we found they were taking the money and wasting it and a repeal will help the economy grow. “There are also helpful signs from the Labour Department where more Belongers are being employed and the spending power from that alone will help the economy. “Remarkably the Labour Department can finally do its job of policing the labour

market and enforcing the law because former Ministers are removed who could ensure that thousands of work permits were issued at the expense of Turks and Caicos Islanders. “More spending power by Belongers will add to the pace of the growth of the economy. “The expansion and pace of the expansion of Providenciales International Airport is remarkable. Work seems to be on track; early completion will allow wide body jets from Europe and Los Angeles. “That will spur more villas, homes, European plan hotels, whilst a policy debate ensues on what to do with condominiums. “The good news is that the economy is finally picking up, helping us to leave 2010 behind which went so fast – the worst economic year on record.”

Talk is cheap

“Sure the architects will tell you that things are picking up because they need to create a buzz to generate some interest. “Just because someone calls and inquires about drawings doesn’t mean that investors are actually going to start building. “Look at all the abandoned resorts that are out there now! West Caicos, Ambergris Cay, just to name a few. “Talk is cheap! There is way too much inventory now in Provo to support the tourism trade. Why add to it? “I liken the development to the taxis. There are too many taxis and not enough people coming to support them, yes, maybe during the high season but look at them struggling in the low season.”

Speed up prosecutions

“The construction industry and home sales have been at a standstill since the Commission of Inquiry revealed the country’s boom times were based on borrowed money, previously unheard of quantities of sales of Crown land and corrupted politicians. “The trickle of demand has accumulated and reflects itself in inquiries with architects. “Some are getting ready for the interim

period to be over and invest in a growing economy again. “However until the prosecutions of the major players are behind us and Britain pays off the debts and settles the health care debacle, we do not anticipate any significant upswing in construction. “Britain must demonstrate that they will correct the results from their years of lack of oversight. “This laid back attitude by the British Labour Government was not a concern until 2003 when a certain judge effectively turned the Government over to Misick/Hall/ Hanchell. “Two years after the Inquiry, we are still waiting for the prosecutions as Labour Government appointees tinker with the systems. “None of this inspires confidence.”

No pretty picture

“I have not seen any signs in the TCI that the recession is lifting, although the global recession appears to be. The US economy, in particular, is showing hopeful signs but it is not without pain. “States and municipalities are being forced to lay off huge numbers of public servants, including those in essential services such as police officers. “Frankly, layoffs of civil servants in the TCI (not necessarily police officers at this point, but some of the personnel who either never had, or no longer have, any utility) are obviously necessary if we are to climb out of the hole, but the political parties won’t hear of it and the interim Government is afraid to make controversial decisions. “Construction projects will provide some temporary impetus to the local economy, but it is a mistake to think that they are a long term solution. Before glorious new resorts are built, one needs to reflect upon the question of why many of the ones we already have are barely getting by through sharp discounting (85 per cent in trouble per one recent report!). “It would be nice to get some construction jobs, but temporary fixes are not the answer to the problem. We don’t need any more

concrete skeletons like the mega resorts at Dellis Cay, West Caicos and Sandy Point. Nor do we need more failed resorts like Ambergris Cay and Nikki Beach. “Housing construction is different, but with so many existing houses on the market and people still leaving the country, it is tough to see how it can make a huge difference. Construction of new homes will likely be the last to recover as appears to be the case in the US. “What the TCI desperately needs is a climate that is more conducive to business – fewer hassles with essential work permits and other governmental red tape for starters. “Also, a change in attitude toward taxation and duty increases as being an answer to budgetary problems. “Astronomic PPC charges and incongruous food costs are other clear disincentives to attracting or keeping businesses. “And it wouldn’t hurt to project a modern attitude toward the environment instead of simply repeating the ‘beautiful by nature’ mantra. “The litter along the roads and garbage left in national park areas and on beaches, are more characteristic of a third world country. “Finally, something needs to be done to ameliorate the huge debt service obligation created by the hospitals contracts. I don’t see any way the country can sustain that burden going forward. It is hard to attract responsible investors with all of these problems staring them in the face. “It isn’t a pretty picture. Hard decisions will have to be made and accepted. It would be very nice if the political parties would work with the interim Government to accomplish this.”

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Tax consultation ahead By Gemma Handy

PROPOSALS for tax reform are set to create fireworks again when an official consultation process gets underway next month. Stakeholders concerned about potential property and sales taxes will have the chance to express their views about the country’s fiscal future. Suggestions such as a levy on the Islands’ real industry and the introduction of VAT on goods sent the fur flying last year. Many feel such taxation would sound a death knell for the fragile economy – still struggling to overcome the effects of the global recession – rather than being the cash cow it badly needs. An EU-funded revenue study is still ongoing, Governor Gordon Wetherell told a press conference on Wednesday, with an ensuing consultation phase to begin shortly. All proposals will also be placed on the table for scrutiny by the advisory council and consultative forum.

The Governor continued that he hoped a forthcoming rescue package from Britain would be in place in time for the new budget due at the end of March. He said it was essential to harmonise growth, expenditure and revenue to bring the budget back into balance. “We hope to pay off the debts we have and ensure services such as the police and Attorney General’s Chambers are properly funded.” Mr Wetherell was also quizzed for an update on the corruption prosecutions and impending changes among police force top brass. He revealed that the four British cops who spent four weeks in the Islands in December were expected to make a follow-up visit. But he gave sparse details on the success of their previous trip during which they announced plans to help solve eight undetected murders and several armed robberies. “They had a productive time here looking at a number

of crimes and gave a number of suggestions and proposals on how to improve the arrangements that currently exist,” he said. “I hope they will be able to have a follow up visit in the not too distant future.” The Governor spoke of a “distinct reduction” in crime over the last two or three months, due in part, he said, to Operation Alpha 2 which saw an increase in police visibility. “But that is no reason for complacency,” he said. “It does not mean there is no further scope for improvements.” He said a new Commissioner of Police would be arriving from Canada within weeks. The fact that the force’s two top spots are not being filled locally has prompted some contention. Mr Wetherell described the Canadian Government’s offer to fill the upcoming vacancies as a “great opportunity”. “We have got to a point where most senior officers are coming to the end of their careers.

Sandals assists with gov’t probe – Internal investigations reveal corrupt employee HOTEL chain Sandals announced this week that it has been actively assisting in TCI’s government corruption probe – and has even shopped a crooked former employee in to investigators. This Friday company attorney Dmitri Singh released a statement revealing that Sandals Resorts International - which operates Beaches TCI - had been voluntarily cooperating with UK authorities. He also confirmed that they had conducted their own internal investigations during which they discovered that a former senior employee had been carrying out “unauthorised” activities. The staff member in question had been “closely associated with the governing administration,” he said. Mr Singh stated: “International authorities have

been conducting an ongoing investigation in the Turks and Caicos Islands concerning activities connected to the Islands’ former governing administration. “Sandals Resorts International, which operates a Beaches Resort in the Turks and Caicos, has voluntarily agreed to cooperate with this ongoing investigation and as a result also launched its own internal investigation. “In the course of our internal investigation, various unauthorised transactions were discovered which have been linked to a former senior officer of Sandals Resorts who was also closely associated with the governing Turks and Caicos administration at the time. “This information has been turned over to the relevant authorities.

“We are satisfied with the progress of the investigation thus far and are committed to co-operating with the authorities as required.” Earlier this month the Jamaican Gleaner revealed that Patrick Lynch, retired director of finance and planning of the Sandals Group, had his house raided as part of a fraud investigation. However Mr Singh said: “We wish to clarify that contrary to assertions made by another former director of Sandals Resorts, Mr Patrick Lynch, in his recent statement, this issue is not linked to Mr Lynch and is a completely separate investigation. “As stated, this matter is in the hands of investigative authorities and we are therefore constrained in making any further comments at this time.”

“It made a lot of sense to make use of the resources on offer from Canada.” Commissioner Edward Hall and his deputy Hubert Hughes will leave the force in March. They will be replaced by a duo of senior Canadian “experts” who will remain in position for two years. Meanwhile, the pricey Helen Garlick-led investigations into corruption – which saw $7.5m allotted this financial year – are expected to remain within budget. Mr Wetherell said the painstakingly lengthy process hinged on various factors, such as the need to have a “considerably higher” level of proof than most cases. He said the exorbitant cost was “hardly the fault of the SIPT”. “They are not the only actors in this field, they are not alone in determining the pace,” he added.

The Governor said he hoped a rescue package from Britain would be in place shortly.

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Royal Bank of Canada to restructure TCI’s Royal Bank of Canada will soon be known under a different name if plans are given the seal of approval. However customers need not be worried as they will continue to receive the same products and levels of service they have become accustomed to. Having recently completed restructuring in The Bahamas, the Royal Bank of Canada is restructuring its domestic retail and commercial banking operations in the TCI. Subject to the approval of the TCI Financial Services Commission, RBC Royal Bank (Bahamas) Ltd will acquire and operate the country’s current RBC retail and commercial banking business. RBC Royal Bank (Bahamas) Ltd is a new wholly owned subsidiary of

Royal Bank of Canada Toronto which was incorporated in The Bahamas on November 1 last year. The new business will be operated under the brand name RBC Royal Bank. A spokesperson from RBC said the change would not affect the way in which customers carry out business with the bank. “Clients will continue to receive the same competent, friendly and helpful service from the employees they have become accustomed to over the years. “They will continue to access our products and services and utilise our facilities in the same way as they do currently. “As RBC embarks on this new phase of its development we remain

committed to providing our clients in the Turks and Caicos Islands with a superior banking experience.” RBC will continue to operate from the branch premises at Normandy House, Centre Mews, Leeward Highway, Providenciales. RBC has had a presence in the Caribbean since 1908 and is committed to expanding its business across the region. RBC Royal Bank (Bahamas) Limited is licensed by the Central Bank of The Bahamas and has applied to the TCI Financial Services Commission for national and overseas banking licences. This new legal structure will provide a platform for the future growth RBC anticipates in the market.

John Hartley is a retired CEO. He was educated in economics and econometrics at Manchester University and Harvard Business School. He is an occasional contributor at invitational economics seminars at Brazenose College, Oxford.

Economics Column

WANTED

POLICE have issued a wanted bulletin and are requesting the public’s assistance to locate Jo’ram “Joey” Rigby who is considered armed and dangerous. He is wanted in connection with a report of possession of a firearm and vehicle interference, which occurred on Wednesday January 26.

Rigby, 27, was born in Grand Turk but his last known address is Five Cays, Providenciales. He is 6’ 3” tall, has a broad nose, brown complexion and long locks. The police warned persons not to approach Rigby if he is seen but to call police at 9464259 or 911 or Crime Stoppers at 1800 TIPS (8477).

Courage and deregulation THIS week the UK shock contraction has cast doubt on the strength of the global recovery and focused attention on the risks arising from upward pressure on global commodity prices. These two forces should give further impetus to the Governor to get on with deregulation. Businesses in a US dollar economy like the TCI can only compete by improving their offerings to markets whilst cutting the cost of doing business. There is no rescue coming from exchange rate adjustment. A huge obstacle to these two strategies is the stupendous burden placed on our enterprise by accumulated government regulation and inefficiency. These regulations and charges have accreted like coral on the economy as successive administrations have regulated to protect various monopolies and interest groups. Either motivated to satisfy interest groups, or for darker nefarious motives. The proposed ordinances sent by the Governor to the council this week show the Governor in two minds. Moves to free the market in airport taxi services are a good step in the right direction. But changes in the categories and amounts of vehicle tax show that the administration is fearful and trapped in the old fee-based revenue model. What is needed is the courage and vision to take an axe to the old style thinking about the TCI economy. There is no reason at all to think that the TCI and its Belonger population need sheltering and protecting within the dollar based Anglosphere. Indeed the apocryphal evidence is that an open deregulated economy would thrive.

The high theory of this is well established and confirmed by centuries of free trade and the breaking of national monopolies. We are sadly reminded of this by the obituary in this week’s Economist magazine of Professor Alfred Khan. Khan was the man who deregulated the US airline business, having been put in that job by President Carter in the 1970s. He is the author of the classic text book on the economics of deregulation. Above all, Khan understood that whilst deregulation will cut costs, and allow the market to swirl around enterprise, it is folly to try and predict its outcome. Nobody predicted the hub and spoke air transport model or the extraordinary wave of bankruptcies and mergers in US and global air transport. His deregulation of air transport was swiftly followed by trucking and telecoms, leading to the Reagan/ Thatcher era revolution. Those of us with memories of the appalling cost and inconvenience of international and US air travel and telecoms in the sixties should have no difficulty in reminding this generation of how fortunate they are (at least outside the TCI!) in enjoying modern telecoms and air transport. The Governor should sharpen his axe and get to work. The labour market and business licences are obvious targets. I am also told by members of the marine and fishing community that reform is desperately needed, as is a new set of banking and financial services regulations. DFID wrote the World Bank guide on deregulation. They should come down here and help us get on with it.

Pop star Taylor Swift enjoyed a bite at a local ice cream joint.

Taylor Swift delights TCI fans By Paul Baker ISLAND Scoop has received the celebrity seal of approval. The popular Grace Bay ice cream parlour enjoyed a recent visit from country/pop singing sensation, Taylor Swift. And so what flavour did the American, who has sold more than 30 million albums, go for? “Cookies and cream of course,” said Island Scoop’s Lisa Daley. Lisa admits she didn’t realise she had a superstar in the shop until some youngsters let her know. She added: “Taylor was very unassuming. She came in with her brother and what I think were her

parents and they just looked like ordinary people enjoying a vacation in TCI. “It was only when some children who were also in the shop started asking her for her autograph that I realised who it was.” After signing autographs and posing for pictures, Taylor then tucked into her ice cream. “She asked if she could taste cookies and cream,” said Lisa, “and straight away that’s the flavour she went for. “Taylor then signed the visitors’ book and said how good the ice cream was and how much she was enjoying her stay in TCI. She was so nice, kind and down to earth and a real pleasure to serve.”

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Air traffic controller allegedly found with drugs at airport AN AIR traffic controller held at Providenciales International Airport for allegedly carrying a bag with eight kilos of cocaine was granted bail this week. Kendre Wilson, aged 30, appeared before Magistrate Clifton Warner charged with unlawful possession of cocaine and unlawful possession of cocaine with intent to supply. He was not called upon to plea since both offences are indictable and can only be tried in the Supreme Court by a judge and jury. It was said that on Saturday January 22, Wilson was found with the illegal drugs at the airport after arriving on a plane from Grand Turk. For the Crown, Jo’Ann Meloche told the Magistrate that the drugs carried a wholesale value of $128,000 and a street value of $256,000. She said that they have Wilson on video handing over the ticket stub to airport staff and collecting the carryon bag. In addition, when officials approached him and searched the bag, they found other ticket stubs bearing Wilson’s name. Also found in the bag were some personal items that contained DNA. Meloche asked the Magistrate to allow investigators to collect DNA samples from Wilson to be sent along with the ones found in the bag to the DNA lab for testing. On behalf of Wilson, defence attorney Clayton Greene strongly objected to the harvesting of his client’s samples. “Nothing in the bag could connect him to the alleged drugs,” Green argued. He stressed that the court could only make the order if it is satisfied that the items could confirm or disprove his client’s involvement with the alleged drugs. “There must be something that the Crown could make their comparison with and not go on a fishing expedition,” he said. Magistrate Warner reminded him that all the court needed was

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reasonable suspicion and, to counter that, Greene must show a total disconnect between his client and the piece of luggage. The Magistrate then ordered that intimate and non-intimate samples be taken from Wilson. Meloche opposed bail because of the amount and class of the drug. She also felt that because of the punishment if convicted, Wilson might fail to surrender to custody when and if the time came. Greene pointed out to the court that his client was born in the TCI and lived here all of his life and was of good character. Likewise did his mother, stepfather, aunts, uncles, mother of his twins and his current companion, who were all present in court. He suggested that the court could grant bail with certain conditions that would act as a deterrent. Magistrate Warner agreed and granted bail in the sum of $120,000. Wilson must provide three sureties, surrender all his travel documents and report to the downtown police station every Tuesday and Thursday between 12pm and 2pm. Each of his three sureties must prove that they have access to $40,000. Wilson will return to court on April 12 for committal. His family and friends however, insisted that someone planted the drugs in his bag to set him up.

POLICE REMINDERS WITH CALVIN CHASE DETECTIVE POLICE SERGEANT

PERSONS including employers are reminded that harbouring illegal immigrants is a crime punishable by a fine or imprisonment or both. Persons found in breach of this law can face up to $10,000 or two years imprisonment. In some cases, people can face both. Please note that you can harbour an illegal by having them work for you or live at your house.

Man to serve entire sentence for raping pregnant woman A MAN jailed for raping a pregnant woman at gunpoint while his accomplice forced her husband to watch lost his fight in the Court of Appeal this week. Robert Jackson appeared before Court of Appeal judges Edward Zacca, Elliot Mottley and Richard Ground and appealed his conviction and sentences of 36 years imprisonment unsuccessfully. In November 2009, Jackson was tried by a judge and jury for aggravated burglary, rape and possession of an imitation firearm with intent to cause fear. He was found guilty and sentenced to 12 years on each count to run concurrently. Jackson addressed the three judges and said that since his incarceration he had suffered a lot, and was scared of everyone. He claimed that everyone is working to keep him in jail. On his behalf, defence attorney Clinton Clarke submitted to the panel that the jury was bound to convict on the footprint evidence that was a lie. He said that some time between January 25 and 26 2008, two unknown persons invaded the Thompson Cove home of a married couple. After learning that the police had used his picture and issued wanted bulletins for him via several news media, Jackson turned himself in on February 6. He gave a statement to the police on February 9 in which he said that he did not know where Thompson Cove was and that he did not know the complainants or even entered their home. However, on the day of the crime when police investigators visited the scene and dusted for fingerprints, they found Jackson’s footprint. That fact proved to be a sore spot for Clarke who insisted that the police fabricated that piece of evidence. “There were no footprints at the

Robert Jackson

scene and so the police was lying when they said so,” he told the judges. He contended that the police got his client’s footprints after the court ordered them to be taken from Jackson. “When the court gave the order, there was no footprint impression from the scene and so the police committed a very serious offence by saying they had a footprint and wanted one from the defendant for comparison.” According to Clarke, they then used Jackson’s footprint to compare it with his own. “O’Neil made it up all the way,” Clarke said of police crime scene investigator Dexter O’Neil. “Every word out of his mouth was not possible,” he added. He alluded to the fact that during the trial, O’Neil testified that while he had given evidence on fingerprints hundreds of times, he had never

911 staff and police join forces against crime

ACOLLABORATIVE effort between the 911 Communication Centre, the police and public-spirited persons saw one man arrested and another hunted for vehicular interference. Police Sergeant Calvin Chase confirmed that they are actively seeking a male TC Islander in relation to a crime committed in Turtle Cove yesterday morning.

Around about 10.55am, a number of men broke into two vehicles and stole a number of items. A call was made to 911 and the police quickly responded to the scene. The coordinated assistance of the public resulted in the apprehension of a male TC Islander and the stolen items along with the getaway vehicle were recovered within one hour.

given evidence on footprints. Clarke felt that that did not qualify him to speak as an expert and the judge should not have allowed him to testify as such. “The law books say that it is for the judge to determine but now the judge left it for the jury to determine,” Clarke stated. Justice Zacca corrected him saying that it was for the judge to deem O’Neil an expert but it was up to the jury to accept it or not. But Clinton held his ground and insisted that that was a miscarriage of justice. Jackson spoke to the three judges for the second time and told them of a piece of evidence given by the victims during the trial. During the crime, the taller culprit had a shirt wrapped around his head covering his face but the shorter one was unmasked. But the victim said that she could identify the taller attacker because he had a tattoo of a crescent or half heart on his right shoulder. “I do not have a tattoo on either shoulder,” Jackson argued. “I have a tattoo on my right arm,” he added. The police confirmed that Jackson has a half heart engraved on his right forearm. The panel disallowed the appeal and upheld the convictions and sentences. “I think the decision is wrong but, as lawyers, we have to abide with the judges’ decision,” Clinton said after the hearing. “There was never a footprint found. “That’s a miscarriage of justice and the next step, if any, is to approach the Privy Council,” he ended.

Retraction IN THE January 15-21 2011 edition of the Weekly News under the headline ‘Young man denied raping 17-year-old girl’, we incorrectly stated that Vincent Rigby was committed to stand trial in the Supreme Court. We now report that Rigby, aged 21, was not committed but the matter was adjourned pending a psychiatrist’s analysis. He will return to court on February 8. The Weekly News apologises for any inconvenience this error may have caused.

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

Expanding tourism

Dear Editor, Experienced sales and marketing professionals accept the concept that competition will generally limit the number and percentage of attainable consumers (market share) in any given market place after a product has reached maturity. Thereafter, continued advertising and promotion in that same market place is likely to induce different consumers within that market place but seldom results in a significant increase in the percentage of consumers from that market place. New markets are the key to expanding tourism and the economy in the Turks & Caicos Islands and the TCI Tourist Board staff might consider executing the following low-cost/low-tech feasibility study. California is the world’s eighth largest economy and, despite the fact that the TCI makes little or no effort to induce California consumers to visit the TCI, we have a substantial number of property owners and annual visitors from California, most arriving via Atlanta or Miami, a gruelling trip. I suggest that the staff of the Tourist Board consider reviewing the TCI Customs and Immigration forms filled out by arriving guests, to determine the exact number of visitors from California during the past five years. I also suggest compiling a database of the names and addresses of those California visitors at the same time to preserve the option of direct marketing to those people at a later date. In today’s travel world, destinations with non-stop airline service enjoy the consumer’s preference more often than not and

the goal of this feasibility study would be to determine if weekly nonstop air service from Los Angeles to Providenciales is economically viable. Jamaica developed a strong and loyal California clientele by offering non-stop air service from Los Angeles to Jamaica for many years until the recent economic downturn. Poor management of the airline, not lack of tourists, prompted the loss of that route. The Los Angeles to Kingston and Los Angeles to Montego Bay flights were renowned for their festive atmosphere. Those of you who have visited Southern California know that the climate and weather there much of the year is similar to the TCI and predominate lifestyles there encompass most of the same outdoor recreational activities that are promoted to our tourists daily. Southern Californians are megaconsumers of boating, fishing, golfing, scuba diving, sailing, kite surfing, waterskiing, wake boarding and beaches. That’s why Jamaica was a natural fit for Southern Californians. These people are consumers of precisely the products we sell. Would it not be prudent to give serious consideration to inducing these people to buy from us? Simplifying travel, if economically feasible, might be the first step. A non-stop flight leaving Los Angeles, California, at 8am on Saturday morning would arrive in Providenciales around 4pm with the time change. The flight crew would lay-over and that same plane and crew would return to Los Angeles on Sunday morning, a perfect one week round trip schedule. I remind

those of you with institutional memory that weekly air charters to Provo contributed significantly to the building of TCI tourism in the 1980s. Current round trip ticket air fares from Los Angeles to Provo via Delta Airlines or American Airlines routinely range between $750 and $1,100 and require an elapsed travel time of 12 to 15 hours. I am advised by experts in the airline industry that the lower fare is more than adequate to support direct non-stop round-trip air charter service from LA to Provo with an elapsed travel time closer to five hours. One plane load of visitors a week to start (115 to 130 people depending upon configuration of the plane) from the world’s eighth largest economy does not seem like an overly optimistic goal to achieve when one takes into account those Californians already arriving via Miami and Atlanta. A properly conducted feasibility study that demonstrated a narrow gap between the existing number of visitors from California each week and the number of people actually required to fill an airplane might, along with government inducements, be used to encourage businessmen from a successful airline or air charter operation to initiate and underwrite a new start up air route service to and from California. Direct non-stop air service from California, along with the fact that ‘Trip Advisor’ has once again voted the beaches of the TCI number one best, may be all that is necessary to start a siphon of affluent California dollars to the TCI. Richard Berke

Wake up TCI Dear Editor, Turks and Caicos Islands wake up! God calls all of us now to rise against corruption and repent our sins, so he can have access to deliver us out of the hands of evil. There are four factors pulling the Turks and Caicos away from God. They destroy so many lives every day in the divine eyes of God by taking advantage of the lives of poor civilians without mercy. I don’t think nationality should be an inconvenience in life – because

every human being is a citizen of the world. God will avenge his people, but pastors and evangelists will be responsible for all. So called men of God, how can you be too blessed to be stressed? I want you to know the dollar can’t pay for a man’s soul. There are many things money can’t buy. The four factors I spoke about are: immigration, the police force, insurance departments and health care departments.

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These are four points to remember. Remember God’s justice and God’s vengeance will always bring unforgettable surprises into our lives. God will never forget, God will never lie, God will never fail, God is always on time. So wake up Turks and Caicos Islands, God will not sleep on this case. Henry Parker

New year, new rule Part two

Dear Editor, I was heartened to read of the spat between Clive Stanbrook as head of the tourism working group and the financial advisors! Stanbrook too has come to realise that these guys are novices and don’t mean this country any good, else they would provide the finances to prime the pump of our economic engine! The Brits cried that there was no transparency and accountability in our duly elected Government; however I see the Governor and Capes jet setting, living a lush and posh lifestyle at our country’s expense, yet no one bats an eye, or has anything to say about it. They have yet to highlight one new minor, let alone major, development project that they have caused to come here during their tyrannical reign. This reminds me of what has now proved to be prophetic in 2009, when the Turks and Caicos hosted the Caribbean Bank Board of Governors’ Meeting on Providenciales. In the procession, the director advised me that as Minister of Finance, the Governor had to follow me into the hall. To which I said, somewhat in jest at the time: “Get thee behind me Satan!” That is certainly proving to be as close an approximation of his character than I could have imagined! Next is the feeding of erroneous and misleading information to the Minister responsible for the UK overseas territories to say on the floor of the UK Parliament! The information presented is without question: false! When and where was this civil unrest that the Minister was speaking to with reference to the Turks and Caicos Islands? These trumped up innuendos must stop because all that it is doing is putting a bad taste in the mouths of potential investors. When the students in London protested the hiking of tuition fees, I did not hear civil unrest! When they threw eggs or whatever on Prince Charles’ vehicle, I did not hear civil unrest!

One surmises that this too is a racial bias: ‘protest’ for the mostly white UK students, however ‘civil unrest’ for the coloured in the colonies! This interim administration must stop the double standard and report the truth for the sake of transparency! Investors are already sceptical about doing business with you because there is no clarity of policies and programmes and they want to deal with the people’s representatives and not some potentate that has been set up to usurp the rights of the people! I keep hearing about this financial package that is supposed to be provided so as to help us out of this economic rut. What I have not heard is on what areas of priority that it would be spent! I just hope against hope that they don’t intend to spend the money on what they think is priority for them, and then leave us with the bill to pay! Under the Galmo Williams administration, we developed a 90day plan for the economic recovery of this country. We clearly spelt out the priority areas on which the money, once obtained, would be spent to jump-start the economy. All you get from these guys are cloak and daggers and smoking mirrors! Let some light shine on what you are doing! All the persons that had some modicum of goodwill for you are totally ‘p-offed’ by your lack of progress and your not too clearly defined goals. I have said on numerous occasions that you cannot get away with nebulous notions. Something concrete on which people can hang their hats must be provided. The time for idle and, at best, idealistic chatter has passed. The people of Anguilla are now saying that they are going to prepare themselves in the immediate future to sever ties because you have this notion that one man from ‘foreign’ knows better than us who have been through the crucible on the ground here. Royal Robinson

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Robert Hall – Person of the year 2010

Mr Robert Hall, you sound like a wonderful human being according to your word on paper. I still a bit confused about who to believe in that country. Everyone seems to be for themselves, there is no one to help you with an honest agenda. My family has property in the Turks and Caicos. There’s never a straight answer as yet from them. We want to go to another government to get results, we want to keep it with our own people. Please help. T BaniHani

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able to reach our goal of $15,000! These funds will be used for our senior transportation programme and our student feeding programme at Clement Howell High School. The Salvation Army is also thankful to the volunteers who took the time to stand next to the Red Kettles and ring the bells. We could not have been as successful without you. Thank you for entrusting to us your resources and for helping us do the most good! Captain Matthew Trayler

TCI Middle School rumours Dear Editor, There are rumours that the new TCI Middle School located at Edward Garland Youth Centre is a special needs school. I would like to inform everyone that this is not the case. To the principal teachers, they are the two most dedicated teachers I know or will ever have the pleasure of knowing. They cater to the individual strengths and needs of every child at the school, to which I might add are achieving amazing results in their studies. They have worked long and hard to open the school to

Concerned Citizen I wonder why we have to have more Canadians in our country. Don’t get me wrong, I don’t like or dislike them but they just seem to be taking over everything while we blame the British! Don’t we have people in the Caribbean who are just as suited to be Commissioner in Turks and Caicos? Think about where our officers used to do their training - in the Caribbean! There our culture and behaviours are similar so by the time the Canadians take two years to acclimatise, it will be time for them to go. What I have a problem with is that crime has dropped over the past months. Are we going to give the Canadians credit for what the outgoing police have achieved? I know if the same money and tools that will now be made available to the Canadians were available to our local Commissioners they too would be able to do a good job. Charlene

Red Kettle thanks

Dear Editor, The Salvation Army wishes to thank all persons who participated in the 2010 Red Kettle Fund Raising Campaign. The Salvation Army is thankful to those who gave so generously throughout our Red Kettle Fund Raising Campaign lasting from November 29 to December 22 2010. On behalf of those we serve, thank you for digging deep into your pockets and purses, for digging the change out of your cup holders and ash trays in your vehicles and dropping it into our buckets. Because of the generosity of individuals and businesses, we were

Why do we need to go all the way to Canada to replace Mr Hall and Mr Hughes? You want to make me understand that no Turks Islanders can fill these positions? And if not, then what about the Bahamas and the rest of the Caribbean? Don’t tell me about the rate of crime in the Bahamas or anywhere else; it ain’t no less in Canada, crime is everywhere.

provide children with what I would say is the very best in education. My daughter is achieving amazing results - this is due to her enthusiasm and commitment, also the total dedication and excellent education that she is being provided with. It saddens me to thinks that certain people would make up these ridiculous rumours. There are no words to express my appreciation to the teachers at the Middle School for all their hard work and dedication. Regards Molly

COMMENTARY

Render to Caesar I HAVE practiced my vocation designing things mechanical, hydraulic and electrical. Attending eight years of Christian primary school, I am a Christian. Jesus was the first to preach separation of church and state. “Render to Caesar...” Christ taught humility and chased the monied vendors from the temple. Look at your money. It celebrates successful politicians. Washington was a planter, Jefferson an architect, Hamilton an insurance man (sound familiar), Franklin an inventor, Jackson and Grant were soldiers. No preachers, priests or rabbis here. Not even a representation of Christ. He would not want that! The money does say “In God we Trust” and that is plenty. Atheists want that reference to the Almighty removed. Principled judges post the Ten Commandments on courtroom walls. Atheists tear them down. Preaching is a vocation, a laudable one. However man is still man and it takes all one’s efforts to rise above the temptations of sin and maintain principles.

By David Tapfer Politics is a different game. It also takes all one’s efforts to succeed at politics. The atheists are in that arena meaner than Roman lions. What do we expect from government and from our politicians? Proper use of our tax dollars. An education system with dedicated teachers. Good roads and bridges, paid for. Shoreline defence. In modern times some feel health care ought to be government managed. It seems governments are mangling it instead. Can one practice medicine and politics well? Doubtful because the two vocations properly addressed consume all one’s efforts. Take at look around at those belonging to the two TCI political parties and see who and what they are. If you can roll around in the

political dirt that is part of the game and come out with your principles still intact, hooray for you. Martin Luther King and Billy Graham stayed out of politics and are the most celebrated preachers of modern times. I would travel miles to listen to Martin Luther King who dedicated his life to fighting for rights or Billy Graham who dedicated his life to Christ but would not cross the street for a preacher-turnedpolitician. Now we hear some preachers want to form a TCI political party with their feet on both sides of the line. A pastor needs to be available for consultation and consoling 24/7 and not in Grand Turk practicing politics. Again both disciplines require all one’s effort and attention. Take out your money and take a look. The planters and soldiers stopped planting and soldering when they became politicians. Will preachers-turned-politicians turn their back on their flock? As Jesus said: “Render to Caesar what is Caesar’s and to God what is God’s.”

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Fortis supports TCI Diabetic Association A TCI non-profit organisation benefited from a large donation this Tuesday thanks to generous PPC staff. This Christmas workers offered to give up their festive company cards and instead parent company Fortis agreed to give the cash to charity. Employees each submitted the name of one charity they wanted to receive the $2,000 donation and the Turks and Caicos Diabetic Association came out on top. Elaine Clare, president of the association, said: “When PPC contacted us to advise that we were the recipients of the donation we were extremely surprised and appreciative.

“The donation will definitely go a long way in helping us continue our diabetes awareness campaign. “There are many persons in the TCI who can’t afford diabetic testing equipment and the funds from PPC will go towards this purchase.” The Turks and Caicos Diabetic Association is a national voluntary health association whose mission is to improve public and medical awareness about diabetes. Daphne Penn, PPC corporate services manager, said: “Members of the association have voluntarily dedicated their time and resources to promote healthy lifestyles in our local schools and communities,

while offering support and referrals for individuals suffering from diabetes - hence PPC’s willingness to continue being major sponsors of such a worthy cause. “Diabetes is a condition that has affected many persons in our communities whether it is directly or indirectly and we need to remain vigilant of this and assist wherever possible in keeping this association operational.” Since Fortis Inc became PPC’s parent company they have given a total of $10,000 to the Cancer Society, Kidney Association, Provo Children’s Home, Heart Foundation and now the Diabetic Association.

wishes Happy birthday

My little superhero Kaidan You’re 5!! Wishing you another year of fun, happiness, and lots of laughter…the same as you bring to my life. Even though I always ask you to pick up your toys and eat your food, you make me very proud of the wonderful, smart, sweet child that you are. You are truly God’s gift to me and to this world. From your Mom and all your friends at the Weekly News.

Happy birthday Poppa! GOD looked down and saw I needed a boost, he looked around heaven and his eyes fell on you. ‘Perfect fit’ he said and 11 years ago he blessed me with my baby boy. He always knows best because ever since you came, my life has changed, you light up my world every day. Smart mouth, straight talking, handsome, intelligent, talented and inspiring in every way. You are the piece of the puzzle in my perfect world where you and your little sister are my joy. Enjoy your birthday Poppa!

KINDHEARTED: PPC staff hand over the $2,000 cheque to members of the Turks and Caicos Diabetic Association

Luxury airport lounge to open soon TRAVELLERS will soon have the option of first-class personal service when the elegant VIP Flyers Club opens its doors at Providenciales International Airport on January 31. The service-conscious sanctuary will cater to holidaymakers who want to relax in style while escaping the confinement and hustle associated with airport terminals. VIP Flyers Club, managed by Olympia Destination Management Company (ODMC), is one of a kind in the Caribbean. Intimate and luxurious, the 15guest lounge is uniquely designed to handle the demands of Turks and Caicos travel. Not only will the club cater to people departing TCI but it will

also offer a fast track service which will see staff meeting and greeting passengers and assisting them through security, immigration and customs. This fast track service will include private transfers, and getting travellers and luggage to their private licensed car service in record time. Managing director of ODMC said: “This is definitely a vision come to fruition. “ODMC is committed to providing travellers with a level of service unparalleled to others and saw the opening of a VIP airport lounge as a great opportunity to provide such a service. “We have already received requests from companies to use the club for private functions and we

must thank the TCIAA for being very instrumental in making this enhanced passenger experience happen.” For a $40 entry fee, passengers will be able to enjoy up to two hours of peace and comfort ahead of their journey, while watching satellite TV, browsing the internet or simply taking in the panoramic views of the runway while enjoying complimentary refreshments, newspapers and magazines. The lounge will also offer access to a printer, loaner laptop computers and laptop trays, free international telephone calls, and is accessible to the disabled. For more information visit www. vipflyersclub.com or follow the club on facebook and twitter.

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Happy birthday Dijah! Happy 17th birthday to a loving daughter, niece, sister and friend Kridijah Monet Williams. Dijah you have greetings from your mother Elaine and your step-father Joes Perez, your father Elwood Williams and your step-mom Dilletha Williams, your sisters Krizia and Krishanah, and your brothers Clement and Tajhari Williams. Also from the entire family circle. We Love You Dijah! Send your special occasion to: Rebecca Bird, Weekly News, Cheshire House, Leeward Highway, PO Box 52, Providenciales or email to rebecca-bird@hotmail.com. Free of Charge!

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UPS exports across globe PACKAGE delivery company UPS is now offering export services from the TCI to more than 250 destinations across the globe. Customers can send parcels and letters – of any size – out of the country without even leaving the comfort of their home. And it is guaranteed to arrive in just a matter of days, thanks to the company’s speedy delivery service. UPS country manager Pedro Capote explained why the company decided to set up an export service in the TCI. “UPS develops products and services focused on the specific needs of the market at hand. “As the Turks and Caicos’ business environment grew, the need to reach global markets increased and with it the necessity of partnering with an expert in the global exporting business. “This is where UPS comes in, introducing UPS’s export services and becoming the logistics partner

SPEEDY DELIVERY: Driver Shevon Gordon and agent Shikara Skippings and manager Kerry Stott

that offers exporting services from Turks and Caicos to more than 250 destinations across the globe.”

Two weeks into the new venture, staff at UPS feel encouraged by the response.

“The business community is very enthusiastic about the opportunity to export their products to outside markets as they see the chance to expand reach and increase their profits,” Pedro said. “UPS’s team is dedicated to fulfilling the needs of local businesses no matter the size of the shipment – from letters to machinery. It is a winwin situation for both parties.” To export a package to any of the more than 250 destinations across UPS’s global network, customers have two options. They can call the local UPS office at 339-4114 and a local UPS representative will speak with them to arrange for a driver to pick up their package free of charge. Or customers also have the option of dropping off their package at UPS’s Customer Care Center, located at Old Airport Road. Once the package has been received by UPS, it is entered into the company’s shipping system which is

Charity provides expert help for disabled youngsters A LEADING youth charity has been helping disabled children in the TCI. The One World Foundation sponsored a visit from two learning difficulties experts who have been holding consultations at the Cheshire Hall Medical Centre in Provo. Speech therapist Debbie Venditti and occupational therapist Dr Claire Richardson have spent two weeks working with youngsters suffering a range of disabilities including autism, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, learning difficulties and Down syndrome The self-funding trip, supported by Sands Resort and Rotary Clubs in TCI and New York, has been hailed a “huge success” by InterHealth Canada consultant pediatrician, Dr Helen Leonard. She explained: “The One World Foundation is a fantastic charity that, among many other things, offers support for disabled children all over the world. “It has a group of experts who volunteer their services and we have been really fortunate to have Debbie and Claire with us. “Both are leaders in their field and so parents and children have benefited hugely from their experience and skills. “These sorts of services have been limited in the TCI and we see this as the start of better things to come. InterHealth Canada is working closely with the Ministry of Health to further develop these services and to ensure long term progression and sustainability.” Toronto-based Ms Venditti has been encouraged by the positive attitude of parents.

“It’s been a really fulfilling trip,” she explained, “and I have been very impressed by the facilities here at the Cheshire Hall Medical Centre. “I have also been very encouraged by the positive approach from parents and their willingness to learn new skills to pass on to their children. “We have been impressed by the way parents and guardians have embraced the activities and exercises we have demonstrated and their determination to continue to work with their children at home.” One youngster who has benefited from the visit is two-year-old Tennia Alutten. Mum Lathia said: “This has been a wonderful opportunity for Tennia to work with two leading specialists and she has made great progress. “Their methods and ways are really inspiring and we can see the difference it’s making.” Meanwhile Dr Richardson, who practices in New York, revealed she and Dr Venditti hope to return to the TCI in the near future. “We weren’t sure what to expect when we arrived although we knew there were plenty of children out there who needed help. “We have seen youngsters come from all over the country and that shows that both the need and commitment is there. “What’s important now is that the work we have started continues. I know both Dr Leonard and the Government are working hard to improve facilities and services for disabled children and we would be delighted to return to help again in the future.”

YOUTH SUPPORT: Dr Claire Richardson, Debbie Venditti (seated) and Tennia Alutten

linked to customs systems around the world for the pre-clearance of goods – essentially speeding up the time it takes for packages to reach their destination. For customers who provide their packages to UPS by 1.30pm, UPS will be able to export out of most locations in Providenciales the same day for next day delivery to the US and Canada, and two-day delivery to most locations in Europe. Pedro explained how the new service would benefit small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the Turks and Caicos Islands. “Trade and customs regulations, cultural differences, different languages and foreign-exchange situations are all elements that create barriers for many SMEs who are looking to export their products abroad. “UPS removes these barriers and facilitates access to the global market by partnering with customers and supporting, or even managing, their supply chain needs.”

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CHURCH & RELIGION

January 29 - February 4, 2011

WITH Deandrea Hamilton

Bold call to action

A BOLD call to action was made at the opening service of the 199th annual session of the Bahamas and Turks and Caicos Islands Methodist conference. The call for the church to concentrate on action to bring about change was made by Randal Robinson, vice president of the Connexional Conference of the Methodist Church in the Caribbean and the Americas (MCCA). Mr Robinson declared that it was time for the MCCA to rise up to the challenge of becoming fully self supporting in the light of the fact that the financial assistance from the British Methodist Church would

soon cease. “Actions not just words are required,” he asserted. The theme of action was also adopted by the Rev Emily Demeritte who delivered the sermon with great passion, sincerity and conviction at the inspiring service. The Rev Mrs Demeritte declared that the necessary change for the transformation of the church could only come about if all its members took most seriously their commitment to Christ. She reminded attendees of the fact that at the Methodist Covenant service on the first Sunday of the New Year they had indeed made

such a commitment. They must live up to it, she insisted. The many Methodists who assembled for the service were challenged to take action both by the vice president and the pastor of the Circuit of the Good Shepherd of the Nassau Circuit. Ministerial and Lay Delegates from throughout the Bahamas and Turks and Caicos Islands gathered at the Wesleyan Methodist Church in Providenciales for the opening service. President of the conference Bishop Derek CO Browne welcomed Dr Kingsley Been who represented the Government.

The service was conducted by the Rev Cecil Newbold, Presbyter in the South Turks and Caicos circuit. Circuit steward Wilbur Caley extended a welcome on behalf of the North Turks and Caicos circuit. Services began with lively singing by the praise team of the Wesleyan Methodist Church, then the congregation was inspired by a musical rendition by Dr Hugh Fulford and his daughter Ludwina Fulford and by talented musician Mr Robinson. Scripture lessons were read by Welbourne Cunningham, Johnique Pickstock, the Rev Frednor Toussaint and the Rev John Stubbs. The Rev Edward Sykes, secretary

of conference, conducted the roll call with a representative of each of the circuits giving a brief greeting. And Bishop the Rev Derek Browne presided at the administration of the sacrament of Holy Communion. He was assisted by the Rev Emily Demeritte, Cecil Newbold and Dr J Emmette Weir, Supernumy Minister residing in the Grand Bahama Circuit. The 199th annual conference began on January 13 and will continue until Sunday, January 23. It is the first time that Bishop Rev Derek Browne is presiding over the sessions of the BTCI conference since he was elected to serve as its president.

education and opened the Whole Gospel Christian Academy, which despite its challenges, remains one of the only private institutions for solid Christian-based learning in the country. “It started out with six teachers and 12 children, a secretary and a principal. In October, 2005, Whole Gospel Christian Academy moved from a rented facility to its own premises just opposite Christian City…” These flashbacks are all featured in a commemorative booklet and at the church’s website. Abundant Life Ministries International did much to celebrate the beginnings, but also gave a report

on the future of the church in an economically challenged Turks and Caicos. “We continue to hold on to our vision; that we must spread the whole gospel to the whole world and that is why we are reaching out to people in new ways and you can find us touching lives in Africa, America and all over this globe through Streaming Faith.” The church announced a summertime jaunt into Israel for a Holy Land Tour. The theme for Abundant Life Ministries International for 2011 is ‘Broken in repentance, walking in renewal and restoration while experiencing revival.’

Abundant Life delights in a decade ABUNDANT Life Ministries International, on the weekend, marked a decade of Christian ministry within the Turks and Caicos in a three day celebration to commemorate their first service held on January 8, 2001. “I want to encourage people to embrace this New Year with expectancy; let go of all the past pain, the hurts, the struggles and the difficulties and let us embrace 2011 and all that it has to offer us. “I believe this New Year the best is still yet to come,” said Bishop C Alexander Williams III. In a striking reflection of ten years ago in 2001 there was radical transformation everywhere. The United States of America had just sworn in George W Bush as new president after a contentious election ballot battle and the most frightening event in recent history was already being planned, and would by September that year become known as the “9-11 Terrorist Attacks.” Bishop C Alexander Williams supported by his wife, Lady Chiquita Williams, and a small congregation were seeing their own leaders emerge and plans for spiritual warfare would remain a mainstay of the church. Bishop Williams as a preacher and teacher explained to radio audiences, in the days before the weekend festivities, that the plan was to help people realise that the true abundance of life came through Jesus Christ. “We have always been focused

as the whole church, presenting the whole gospel to the whole world.” Events started Friday at the Regent Palms with a Founding Members and Life Achievement Awards ceremony. Among those honoured at the service were clergy men and women including Rev Dr Conrad Howell and Rev Derek Hamilton; business professionals including Heartlyn Forbes and Orville Selver; pioneers in commerce like Ken and Abby Adams and Gordon Williams and development leaders, like Bengt Soderqvist of Provident Ltd. The night was dedicated to individuals who brought unquestionable worth and quality to life in the Turks and Caicos, which for Abundant Life meant those who supported the birth of the church in 2001 and the completion of the current chapel in 2003. There were nearly 50 awards presented to founding members of the church; the recipients were happy and humble receivers of the recognition for perseverance in faith. Saturday morning, a strong showing turned out early at the church parking lot for a ‘Life Walk’ to support the National Cancer Society. All proceeds of the event were donated to the organisation which offers caring support to families and victims of cancer. Abundant Life Ministries

International saw its Leeward Highway facility, also known as Christian City, refreshed for the service on the afternoon of January 23. Bishop Carlos Malone of Bethel Full Gospel Church, Miami Florida would bring a riveting word for the hearers. Another bishop, Washington Williams, son of the soil and former lead singer of the famous Cooling Waters was the guest psalmist. The service was filled with touching tributes about the early days of the church, where again audiences would marvel at the story when members of the church held services with only walls and no roof; and that one fine Sunday, the need for a roof became evident when the rain came down. “During that time, in an act of faith the congregation moved from the Masonic Lodge Building on the Airport Road to Christian City and commenced worship services there even though the building was yet without a roof, windows or doors. “It was a Sunday morning when we were without roof that the rain came down heavily. “The presence of the Lord was so strong in the building that worshippers sat in the rain worshipping God as Bishop Williams ministered the word of God.” That was in 2002 and 2003 and by the time 2005 rolled around, the vision embraced the idea of formal

January 29 - February 4, 2011

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NATIONAL

Tourist reps optimistic about future MAIN players from TCI’s tourist industry took a trip to Jamaica recently where they signed a number of “lucrative” contracts. The representatives from the Turks and Caicos Hotel and Tourism Association (TCHTA), the Tourist Board along with several resorts attended a huge annual fair in Montego Bay. The annual Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA) Marketplace spanned over a period of four days, from January 15 to January 18. It is heralded as one of the most important annual sales and marketing events on the region’s tourism calendar, with the main objective of providing an avenue for suppliers and buyers to conduct negotiations. TCHTA’s president Karen Whitt said she was extremely pleased with the outcome of this year’s marketplace. “It was a very productive event

for us and many of us signed some very lucrative contracts and forged new business relationships. “There was a 22 per cent increase in the wholesaler buyer companies and this is a very good indication that interest in vacations to the Caribbean is returning. “We look forward to seeing an increase in packages, promotions and ultimately bookings for TCI and the Caribbean on a whole. “We definitely had really positive discussions which left us optimistic about the future of our tourism industry.” Caribbean Marketplace 2011 had the third largest attendance over the past 10 years with 1,518 delegates as compared to 1,362 in 2010. Destinations, airlines, car rental and ground handlers had the opportunity to meet with tour operators and wholesalers to discuss plans for the 2011-2012 season. Karen added: “This year in particular

we were able to use marketplace as an opportunity to further promote the Providenciales International Airport’s expansion project. “We highlighted that the expansion of the runway will be completed next year and will allow us to accommodate long-haul aircrafts as large as Boeing 777s. “Additionally, we were able to make specific mention of the recently added flights to Providenciales with JetBlue and Continental Airlines coming on board from February 2011.” President Karen Whitt represented the TCHTA, along with delegates from The Somerset, Amanyara, The Gansevoort, Point Grace, Seven Stars, The Sands, Royal West Indies, Parrot Cay, Ocean Club Resorts, Alexandra Resort and Spa, La Vista Azul, The Regent Palms, Turks and Caicos Club, West Bay Club, and Ralph Higgs, director of tourism at the Tourist Board.

this week

Friday, January 28 to Thursday, February 3 Friday, January 28  Come and hear the Island Boys play at Monte restaurant and bar this Friday from 10.30pm. The bar is located in Venice Plaza, next to the General Post Office, in downtown Providenciales. Saturday, January 29 This Saturday from 9am to 12pm you can enjoy a host of fitness classes at the Gansevoort hotel on Grace Bay free of charge. If you haven’t already tried the Core Fusion classes with Exhale come and see what they are all about. Classes begin at 9am with Core Fusion Sport, at 10.15am enjoy Core Fusion and finally at 11.30am take part in Core Flow Yoga. There is also the chance to win a free month’s membership.  Come to Franco’s restaurant and bar in Central Square, Providenciales, for live performances by the Sweet Fingers band. The show takes place every Saturday from 8.30pm.  Every Saturday from 11pm you can catch the Island Boys playing rake and scrape live at Calico Jacks. The bar is located upstairs at Ports of Call in Grace Bay adjacent to the Seven Stars resort.  Shape those muscle groups you never knew you had during an early morning resistance training session at IGA Sports Centre. The session begins at 8.30am and costs $12 for one or $100 for 11.

TOP SPOT: The Regent Grand is an all suite hotel which occupies 300ft of award winning beach

Regent Grand voted top hotel OPULENT Providenciales resort The Regent Grand has been voted the number five ‘Top Luxury Hotel in the Caribbean and Mexico’. Now in its ninth year, the annual TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice awards honour the world’s best hotels. And these accolades earn their distinction from those who know them best – real travellers. Eoin O’Sullivan, group manager with HAB Management, said: “To be voted in at the number five spot of the Top Ten Luxury Hotels in the Caribbean and Mexico is a marvellous achievement for our boutique hotel. “Regent Grand staff has worked

exceptionally hard since the resort opened three years ago to provide a wonderful experience and excellence in value and service. “This award solidifies our position as one of the best hotels in the Turks and Caicos Islands and we will continue to strive for the quality that has become expected of us, with our goal being to make sure we secure this award for 2012.” Unlike any other hotel awards programme in the world, TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice winners are based on the millions of real and unbiased reviews about hotels on tripadvisor. com and content from across the web. Karen Drake, senior director of

communications for TripAdvisor, said: “With the help of millions of travellers around the globe, TripAdvisor is thrilled to recognise the world’s most outstanding hotels for the ninth year of the Travellers’ Choice Awards. “From the best bargain hotels to best luxury hotels, remarkable service, value and quality are the hallmarks of our Travellers’ Choice winners.” The Regent Grand is an all suite hotel which occupies 300ft of award winning Grace Bay Beach. Amenities include The Vix Restaurant, Teona Spa, flood-lit tennis courts, a beautiful infinity pool and full concierge.

 Mums and Tots Dance Party classes are held every Saturday at The Athletic Club in Saltmills Plaza for mothers and their little ones. Mothers, bring your little ones to dance, jump, twist and shake! Children have fun learning movement basics to fun music and mums get a light exercise while spending quality time. Mums and Tots classes begin at 10am and cost just $10. Dads are welcome! Call Shara Bowen on 244-1103 for more details. Sunday, January 30  David Bowen and the Karma Vagabonds invite you to the International Travelling Exhibition of Meditation Art and Batik Art. This Sunday between 2pm and 5pm come along to the Veranda resort where you can learn more about the colourful crafts. Meet Vicky and Roby and hear their stories of 25 years of travel, meditation, yoga and batik art. For more information on the Karma Vagabonds visit www. ilviaggiatoresnc.it

Monday, January 31  Girls and boys aged 11 to 19 years old are invited to take part in a fun singing group. The TCI Youth Chorale rehearses every Monday at 6pm at the Edward C Gartland Youth Centre, downtown, Providenciales. For more information call 3317176.  Get rid of the Monday blues with an intense non-traditional aerobic routine with Anca Vasile. The exciting class takes place 7pm at IGA Sports Centre and includes fun and interesting choreography. Classes cost $12 for one or $100 for 11. Tuesday, February 1  Step it up this Tuesday evening with a fun fitness class at IGA Sports Centre. From 6.30pm you will be taken through a number of step combinations mixed with conditioning exercises like squats, push ups and triceps dips. Classes cost $12 for one or $100 for 11. Wednesday, February 2  Come along to the Aqua 2 restaurant and bar at Turtle Cove Inn Hotel, Providenciales, this Wednesday. You can enjoy great food and live music from The Ages starting at 8.30pm.  Are you in need of inner peace? Interested in a healthy lifestyle and a toned and flexible body? Then you need David Bowen’s yoga classes at The Athletic Club in the Saltmills Plaza. Come along on Monday, Wednesday or Friday at 7am, Tuesday and Thursday at 6.30pm or Saturday at 9am. Call 941-8686 for more details. Thursday, February 3  Burn off your week’s excesses with an energetic kickboxing class at IGA Sports Centre. The class begins at 7pm and includes 45 minutes of kickboxing drills followed by 15 minutes of conditioning exercises. Classes cost $12 for one or $100 for 11.  Celebrate good health with wellness coach Benneth Williams every Thursday evening. Come along to Williams Block, suite number six, on Lower Bight Road, Providenciales, from 7pm. There you will get a free wellness consultation and an hour of fun. For more details call Benneth at 246-0300 or email hls_com@yahoo. com

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Lifestyle...

January 29 - February 4, 2011

fitness Tip 

Get a butt like Beyonce THE AVERAGE woman has some kind of complaint about her butt. Either it’s too big, too small, too saggy or too floppy. Celebrity women like Beyonce, J-Lo and Kim Kardashian seem to have what’s considered to be just the

Oatmeal cookies A QUICK, nutritious and low calorie dish you can make for breakfast, brunch or even a weeknight dinner. Serves two.

right amount of ‘junk in the trunk’. If you’re seeking to achieve that perfect booty then there is some work that will have to be done. All you need is a little time and a lot of consistency. Check out these workout tips: Cardio The first thing you will need to do is get rid of excess fat. This means you will need to do some type of cardio activity in addition to firming exercises. If you only do booty firming and lifting exercises you’re only going to firm and lift what you already have. If your butt is what you consider to be oversized, it is going to look even bigger if you just firm and lift. Lunges In order to get a firm and lifted butt you will definitely want to do some

Work out your glutes with lunges.

Beyonce works hard to keep her famous physique in shape.

lunges. Since they work a lot of different muscles all at once, lunges can sometimes be a challenge. The good thing about this exercise is that there are a variety of styles to choose from. There are front lunges, reverse lunges, side to side lunges, walking lunges and wheel lunges.

On your back leg you will be working your quadriceps and calves and on the front leg you will be working the hamstring and glutes (butt). Squats Doing squats is another great way to tighten and tone. This exercise actually works your hips, thighs and butt. As with lunges there are a variety of squats to choose from. One of the more popular style is the legendary chair squats. For this style of exercise, squat while keeping your back straight and

standing with your legs hip-width apart. Make sure you keep your knees behind your toes and your abs tucked in. You want to squat and let your butt slightly touch a chair and squeeze your butt together as you come up. Step-ups You can also do step-ups. Simply place one foot on a platform or step and push through the heel of your foot onto the step. Make sure your step or platform is high enough for you to feel a good burn.

health Tip 

Oatmeal and its health benefits

Ingredients: • Three-quarter cup shortening, soft • One cup firmly packed brown sugar • Half cup granulated sugar • 1 egg • Quarter cup water • 1 tsp vanilla • 1 cup sifted all-purpose flour • 1 tsp salt • Half tsp baking soda • 3 cups oats, uncooked Method: • Beat shortening, sugars, egg, water and vanilla together until creamy. Stir together flour, salt and soda; add to creamed mixture, blend well. • Stir in oats. Drop by teaspoonfuls onto greased cookie sheets. Bake in preheated moderate oven (350 degrees) for 12 to 15 minutes. • For variety, add chopped raisins, chocolate chips or coconut. Makes five dozen.

I AM sure that more than 60 per cent of our homes have a box of oatmeal in the kitchen for breakfast. As for me I love to eat it in the evening too from time to time. According to Mr Ganor Borade, and I quote: “Oatmeal is now marketed extensively in the form of coarse oat groats, cut oats, crushed as well as rolled oats. “Ingredients are either consumed independently, cooked with milk and sugar, or used to thicken soups and broths. There is ready to eat oatmeal porridge, oatmeal cookies, oatmeal bread and cakes.” A number of health benefits are attributed to regular intake of oatmeal. They include lower blood cholesterol, reduced risk of heart disease, healthier metabolism, stabilised blood glucose levels, healthy weight control and normalised blood pressure. Oatmeal has a lot of soluble fibre and complex carbohydrates. This helps lower cholesterol and aids weight loss. Oatmeal offers the body a

By Phillip Simmons

regular dose of vitamin B. It is also credited with being able to remove bad cholesterol and maintain the level of good cholesterol in the body. Research reveals that an oatmeal breakfast actually reduces the risk of type two diabetes by controlling blood glucose levels. It is also rich in minerals and antioxidants. Oatmeal is a good source of protein and iron. It is being currently analysed to check its role in reducing the risk of cancer. It is very easy to integrate within any meal. Oatmeal has a mild flavour and mixes readily with any other pre-mix. It is popularly eaten as an individual breakfast component

Oatmeal is a good source of protein and iron.

called porridge but it is also used to thicken soups and desserts. Oatmeal is very convenient to use. It can be prepared in a microwave or in the old fashioned way of boiling it to a molten mix on the stove top. One of the most versatile features of this ingredient is that it never takes more than 10 minutes to cook. It is very nourishing and the best possible taste of solids a baby can get. Athletes and their trainers credit the ingredient as a source of a lot of

strength and stamina. The vitamin B content in oatmeal is being highlighted to address the onslaught of serious health problems, such as memory impairment, cognition deficits, pernicious anemia and adrenal system disorders. Its fibre content is currently being analysed for reducing the onset of atherosclerosis, gall stones, diverticulitis, varicose veins, diarrhoea, constipation, irritable bowel syndrome and colon cancer.

January 29 - February 4, 2011

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

Lifestyle... How does your garden grow With our green-fingered guru Denis Belanger

GARDENING 

NATURE SPLENDOR

Are mealybugs bugging you? YOUR hibiscus plant most likely has a soft body, sucking bug called a mealybug attacking it. Mealybugs are like aphids and other sucking bugs in that they suck plant juices or sap from the host plant. Mealybugs are cottony-looking insects with piercing/sucking mouth parts. They suck the fluids from leaves and stems, robbing plants of essential nutrients. Mealybugs feed on all parts of the plant but especially on tender new growth. Leaves wither and yellow and, on crop plants, fruit may drop prematurely. These insects are called mealybug because of the mealy or waxy coverings on their bodies. They secrete a fluffy white wax with which they cover themselves and their eggs. They are small – a quarter inch would be a large one. The male is seldom seen. He pupates and in time becomes a small, winged, gnatlike insect. Mealybugs are one of the Islands’ worst pests, especially at this time of the year, and are seen on fruit trees and ornamental plants, such as hibiscus, oleander, yucca, agave etc. Mealybugs produce copious amounts of ‘honey dew’. They are often first noticed because of the sooty mold that grows on this secretion, or because of the presence of ants that eat the honey dew. Control them by spraying malathion or diazinon. Thorough applications are necessary because mealybugs tend to live on relatively inaccessible parts of the plant, and two or more sprays at two week intervals may be needed. But do not spray this on plants that are liable to be damaged by insecticides, such as crassula and ferns. If you don’t want to use chemical products, you may want to spray a strong jet of water directly on to the

affected area of the plant. The stream washes the insects off. This is the easiest way to control mealybugs. But water alone doesn’t do the job. Spray with a soap/oil mixture. Mix one teaspoon of insecticidal soap, a

With Mary Hamilton of Meridian Trust

Financial New Year’s resolutions you can keep

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QUESTION: Hi Denis, I have a white, sticky, fuzzy fungus all over my Hibiscus plant. What is it and what can I do?

Money Tip

Mealybugs are one of the Islands’ worst pests.

half teaspoon of Neem oil, and one quart water in a spray bottle. Use rubbing alcohol and a cotton swab to treat minor infestations. Dab the rubbing alcohol directly onto the insects.

MAKE OR UPDATE YOUR WILL The number one reason people don’t do this is that they believe they will never die. If you are, in fact, immortal, go ahead and skip this one. Otherwise, if you have a simple estate, book an hour or two of your attorney’s time. If you have a complex estate it may take a little longer. Remember the first rule of estate planning: don’t forget a little something for your weekly money tip columnist! SET UP A REGULAR SAVINGS PLAN (If you don’t already have one) Even $5 a week is a fine place to start. Pick a specific goal, check your progress periodically, and don’t mess with it - except to increase the weekly allotment. START A BUSINESS Hmm, that sounds too ambitious. Instead, start a side project and start small. It could be selling crafts at the

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HELP your fridge waste less energy - and save you money - by trying these tips. Dust down the coils at the back of the fridge - dusty coils can waste up to 30 per cent extra electricity. Defrost your fridge regularly. Let food cool down properly before putting it in the fridge.

monthly souk at Lemon Cafe, any kind of shop or repair work (eg. mending clothes), or even freelance writing. SIMULATE BAD NEWS This in the financial equivalent of testing your smoke alarm. Are you doing enough to prevent an emergency or life change from becoming a financial disaster? This year, evaluate your insurance, your emergency fund, and your family’s plans in the event of job loss, natural disaster, death or illness, and other bad things. This will not be fun, but you know what would be less fun? Doing it during the actual emergency. TAKE A NICE VACATION Just one rule: you have to pay cash, and you have to save up the cash with the vacation in mind. To contact Mary email mary@ meridiantrust.tc or call 9413082.

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EMPLOYMENT / SERVICES / NOTICES THE TURTLE COVE INN HOTEL

UNITED CONSULTANT IMMIGRATION SERVICES

WINDSONG RESORT Is looking for a

Babysitter

Café Gardener Manager Is looking for a

To work 6 days per week. Salary $150.00 per week.

To keep the hotel ground clean must be able to work weekends and holidays salary $5.00 per hour.

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Contact Sandra MacLeod

@ 946-420

Only Belongers need apply

To work 6 days per week must have experience in running a restaurant salary negotiable.

Contact 331-2122 6386

Managerial Positions • Hotel Estates Manager • Hotel Food & Beverage Cost Controller • Hotel Resort Nurse

Job Requirement: Candidates interested in the above positions will be required to work long hours, live on property and are expected to work during the night, weekends and Public Holidays.

LINE POSITIONS • Two Carpenters • One Electrician • One Boat Crew • One Boat Captain

Candidates applying for the Boat Captain position must: - operate a 30ft high speed vessel with guests aboard. - Certificate in shipboard safety, STCW 95. - Candidate must speak English clearly and be able to converse with the Guests. - Live on Parrot Cay 5 nights a week to be able to carry out a medivac from either Parrot Cay or North Caicos in the event of an emergency. Salaries for these positions will be paid base on qualification and experience. Please note that all application must be submitted with a valid Police Record, two reference letters from previous employers or a notary public and current educational certificates. Only suitable candidates will be contacted for an interview. Forward your resume to the Human Resources Department at the following address:

Parrot Cay Resort and COMO Shambhala P.O. Box 164 Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands Ph: (649) 946 7788, Fax: (649) 946 7749 Email: joel.richards@parrotcay.como.bz

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Parrot Cay Resort and COMO Shambhala have vacancies for the following positions:

• Spa Therapist Specialized in Acupuncture & Shiatsu • Night Spa Receptionist • Chef de Partie • Line Chef

Labourer JEROME BROWN

VACANCIES

• Hotel Staff Welfare and Development Manager • Hotel Information and Technology Manager

CARIBBEAN BEER & SPIRITS Is looking for a

On behalf of our client Benson Jackson. Is looking to hire a

Contact 346-7875

FAX: (649) 946-4661

Labourer To work 5 days per week salary $5.00 per hour. Contact 242-3858

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Save every cent of your rent CARIB Club condos has announced a special promotion where residents can get as much as $24,000 to $60,000 cash back from their rent money - saving every single dollar. The ‘Rent-to-Own’programme allows people to save up their rental payments and use it for a deposit on their property. Beryn Duncanson, managing director of the community development company, said: “It is in times like these especially that everyone should be concerned of saving every dollar that they can! “At Flamingo Crossing and Carib Club Condos we have always striven to give the consumer the best savings, and simply the best deal anywhere that this Provo market has to offer – we didn’t just start doing that yesterday. “And unlike with some of our competitors everyone who has ever bought with us has made money in terms of increased value in the house or condo that they have bought. “Everyone needs to ask oneself, if I signed up for this or that unit elsewhere, what further room for possible increases in

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values will there ever be?” Mr Duncanson added: “Some of our competitors seem to act as though they were the first in this market with the ‘Rent-to-Own’ concept but we have been promoting it and advertising a version of it since last year with our previous ‘Just-$10,000-down’ campaign. “And we do not pretend to have invented the ‘Rent-to-Own’ concept. It has been a value scheme marketed in America for decades. “The Carib Club Condos are simply the best value and most attractive

accommodation in anywhere near our price-point in Providenciales. “Our community is a community of professionals and those who qualify for our programme typically have minimum earnings over $40,000 a year. “There is a one page RBC Bank application form to be filled in, but under the present programme there is no need to pursue that application until up to 24 months later solely at one’s choice, and there is no commitment of any kind to purchase.” Condo units and homes range in

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Haiti president: Duvalier should face justice SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic (AP) — Haitian President Rene Preval said Saturday that exdictator Jean-Claude “Baby Doc” Duvalier had every right to return home from exile but must now face an investigation of alleged abuses during his reign. Preval’s first public comment on Duvalier since the former strongman’s astonishing arrival in Haiti a week ago came at a news conference during a surprise trip of his own to the neighbouring Dominican Republic. Accompanied by Prime Minister Jean-Max Bellerive, Preval said they met with Dominican President Leonel Fernandez for four hours to discuss Haiti’s political crisis and a cholera epidemic. He spoke briefly and fielded only three questions. Preval added that by law, Haitians cannot be barred from their homeland — and that applies to both Duvalier and former President Jean-Bertrand Aristide, who has been in exile in South Africa since his ouster in 2004 but recently spoke of wanting to come back.

A demonstrator holds up a sign that reads in Creole “We won’t wait 25 years to lodge a complaint,” in reference to the return of Haiti’s former dictator Jean-Claude “Baby Doc” Duvalier, at a protest against the presidential election process in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, Sunday Jan. 23, 2011.

Preval declined to say whether he knew ahead of time about Duvalier’s sudden appearance in the country Jan. 16, after 25 years in exile.

Duvalier says he came to help his shattered nation rebuild from last year’s massive earthquake, which killed an estimated 316,000 people.

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Police: five people fatally shot after bus assaulted KINGSTON, Jamaica (AP) — Police in Jamaica say five people have died, including two suspects, after gunmen tried to assault a bus in the island’s southeast region. Police Corporal Courtney Gibbs said three gunmen boarded a bus on Friday at a busy intersection in St. Andrew parish and tried to force the driver to take them to a rough neighborhood in the capital of Kingston. Gibbs said a passenger with a gun

tried to challenge the suspects. He said it was unclear if the passenger was an off-duty policeman. Gibbs said a child was injured during the shootout and that one of the gunmen escaped. FIVE MORE Meanwhile Jamaica police say five men were also fatally shot while they played dominoes outside a bar near the capital of Kingston. Police said in a statement Friday

that two cars drove up and that several men jumped out and opened fire. Authorities say three victims died immediately and two others died at a hospital late Thursday. It is unclear what motivated the killings in the working class community of Portmore. The island of 2.8 million people has one of the world’s highest murder rates. Just under 1,400 killings were reported last year, compared with 1,660 killings reported in 2009.

Cholera takes a breather in Haiti, but could surge SAINT-MARC, Haiti (AP) — The cholera epidemic that has raged across this country is claiming fewer victims, with a sharp drop in new cases everywhere from the shimmering rice fields of the Artibonite Valley to the crowded urban slums. It is a welcome development, but tinged with doubt: It’s not yet known whether the epidemic that has killed nearly 4,000 people is fading or merely taking a break, only to surge again perhaps with the onset of the next rainy season. “The general situation is improving. It’s clear,” Stefano Zannini, chief of mission for the aid group Doctors Without Borders, said Sunday. “The problem is that the possible development of the epidemic is unpredictable. It is impossible

to say whether the situation will continue stabilising.” Any progress on controlling disease would be rare bit of good news for Haiti, which is passing through a particularly gloomy period. The country is on edge amid a political crisis over a disputed presidential election, and could see more of the violent protests that paralyzed cities and hampered cholera treatment in December. Meanwhile hundreds of thousands are still homeless from last year’s earthquake, and a muchreviled former dictator suddenly returned and took up residence in the last week. Zannini, whose group is contemplating scaling back its more than 40 cholera treatment centers, was unable to muster even cautious

optimism regarding the disease. The best he could say was that he was happy new cases and deaths are decreasing to levels not seen since soon after the disease emerged in October. “I would not be optimistic,” he said in an interview with The Associated Press at his Port-au-Prince office. For the moment, at least, the statistics are moving in the right direction. The number of new cases has dropped to about 4,700 per week, down from more than 12,000 per week in November, and the trend is downward in all 10 of Haiti’s departments, or regions, according to the Health Ministry’s latest bulletin, released Thursday. The only places it appears to be still rising are in a few isolated spots in the northwest and south.

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Region touts tourism surge, but laments visitors not spending as much SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — The Caribbean is attracting tourists in numbers not seen since the start of the global economic crisis, with several islands boasting new records, government officials said Friday. More than 23 million tourists visited the region in 2010, a nearly 5 percent increase from the 22.1 million that visited the previous year, according to the Caribbean Tourism Organisation. The tiny eastern Caribbean islands of Anguilla and St. Lucia drew hordes of tourists from Canada and the U.S and posted double-digit increases. St. Eustatius, a speck of an island that was previously part of the Netherlands Antilles, got a big boost from European visitors. The Dominican Republic for the first time surpassed 4 million

visitors, according to the Ministry of Tourism, while St. Lucia also reported a record 330,000 visitors. The Bahamas and Jamaica, meanwhile, were among the top eight most requested countries last year, according to a recent quarterly review by Tripology. com, an online travel referral service that caters mostly to U.S. travelers. The Caribbean also was the second most requested destination last year following the U.S., according to the web site, which arranges travel to requested destinations. While the Bahamas reported a record number of visitors — more than 5 million — the amount they spent is nowhere near what tourists spent in 2008 prior to the economic crisis, said Tourism Minister Vincent Vanderpool-Wallace.

USVI governor seeks layoffs, new taxes amid crisis CHARLOTTE AMALIE, U.S. Virgin Islands (AP) — The governor of the U.S. Virgin Islands says he needs to lay off workers, increase taxes and freeze salaries to help the Caribbean territory survive an economic crisis. The islands will be hit by a $75 million shortfall this year and a projected $132 million next year, Gov. John de Jongh said in his State of the Territory address late Monday. De Jongh said he will lay off 300 employees, the majority of them part-time, and implement a two-year freeze in salaries. He also canceled plans for $31 million in salary increases that had already been approved. De Jongh also said he wants to consolidate several Cabinet-level agencies to avoid duplication.

“Our government cannot survive on its present track,” he said. De Jongh said he will request a cell phone tax and a 2 percent increase on a hotel room tax, as well as a daily $10 time share occupancy fee on units that are rented or exchanged. Several senators urged the governor to seek other alternatives. “We have to do some measures to cut back on spending,” Senate President Ronald Russell said. “I just don’t know if I agree with everything the governor said.” De Jongh said that despite the economic crisis, the government will continue to build a federally financed broadband network project that would create 300 construction jobs and lead to the creation of 45 public computer centres.

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Judge orders Canadian accused of attacking wife to be held in prison KINGSTON, Jamaica (AP) — A Canadian tourist accused of trying to kill his wife while the couple vacationed in Jamaica has been remanded to prison. A judge on Friday ordered Paul Martin held in Clarks Town jail in northwest Trelawny parish until a Feb. 28 hearing. Martin’s attorney did not immediately comment on the case. Police say the 43-year-old of Ajax,

Ontario tried to slit the throat of Cathy Lee Martin in late December. Martin has since undergone surgery and is recovering. Police believe that Martin attacked her after she told him she wanted to separate. Authorities said the attack occurred on the last day of a Caribbean vacation that Paul Martin had planned to save their rocky marriage.

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Officials report first cholera death; patient had migrated from Haiti SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic (AP) — A Haitian migrant has become the first person to die of cholera on Dominican soil, health authorities announced Monday. The Dominican Republic’s health ministry said 53-yearold Francois Renauld died Friday at a hospital in Higuey, a city some 110 miles (175 kilometres) east of Santo Domingo. Health Minister Bautista Rojas said an autopsy showed that Renauld died of cholera, which is transmitted by feces and can be all but prevented if people have access to safe drinking water and regularly wash their hands. Epidemiologists have not found other cholera cases in the rural district in La Altagracia

province where Renauld was living among hundreds of other Haitian nationals, according to Rojas. Officials were trying to establish how long Renauld had been in the Dominican Republic. In recent days, immigration authorities have conducted mass deportations of illegal Haitian migrants as the country grapples with the cholera scare in Hispaniola, the Caribbean island shared by the Dominican Republic and Haiti. Dominican officials say the deportations are needed to control the spread of the disease, which has sickened some 225 people in the Dominican Republic while killing nearly 4,000 in neighbouring Haiti.

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Foreign govt called for Bouterse’s arrest GEORGETOWN, Guyana (AP) — Guyana’s leader disclosed Tuesday that an unnamed foreign government sought the arrest of Surinamese President Desi Bouterse during a stopover in the South American nation — a request he denied. President Bharrat Jagdeo said the request came in September when Bouterse, a two-time coup leader and former dictator who was elected president of Suriname last year, travelled to neighbouring Guyana on his first trip abroad since taking office. “A foreign mission asked us

if we will arrest the president of Suriname when he came here because he is wanted somewhere else,” Jagdeo said in remarks to military officers at a public event. “And I said to them, no, maybe you can have some other country arrest him.” He pointed out that Bouterse was a democratically elected leader. Jagdeo did not give further details such as what nation wanted the arrest. Bouterse was convicted of drug trafficking in absentia in the Netherlands in 1999 and sentenced to 11 years.

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PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti (AP) — Haiti’s ruling party held closed-door meetings Tuesday to decide whether to fight for their presidential candidate to remain in the race despite U.S. and international pressure to drop him. The quake-torn country’s political future hinges on how the Inite, or Unity, party handles an Organisation of American States recommendation that would push outgoing President Rene Preval’s chosen successor, government construction official Jude Celestin, out of the race. Doing so would open the door for carnival singer Michel “Sweet Micky” Martelly, a pro-military populist, to face former first lady Mirlande Manigat in a runoff. The OAS says Martelly, whose partisans rioted when it looked like he would not

advance, should have finished second in the fraud-marred vote and go to the runoff. Its recommendation, based on a sample of the vote, was made over the objections of other candidates and observers who said the entire vote should be thrown out. “There’s no final decision yet,” the coordinator of Preval’s Unity party, former Sen. Joseph Lambert, told The Associated Press in the evening. Earlier in the day, Lambert told Radio Metropole that “a significant number of candidates for deputies and senate would favour” dropping Celestin to avoid international sanctions. The newspaper Le Nouvelliste reported that Celestin would concede, citing an anonymous government official — but that report has not been confirmed, and a

predicted party statement has not been made. The debate centres on the OAS election observers’ recommendation that fraudulent tally sheets from the Nov. 28 ballot be excluded. Based on a review of about 17 percent of the vote, the team said that Celestin and Martelly, separated by a few hundred ballots in the preliminary results, should switch places. Now the United States — currently holding nearly $1 billion in reconstruction aid originally promised for last year — is insisting that the OAS report be implemented. “Sustained support from the international community, including the United States, requires a credible (electoral) process” including “conducting second-round elections in a manner consistent with the recommendations and findings

of the OAS technical review,” the U.S. ambassador to the United Nations, Susan Rice, told the U.N. Security Council last week. The next day, the U.S. State Department said it had revoked the visas of about a dozen Haitian officials. Reports said they were officials close to Preval and his party, though the State Department declined to confirm their identities citing privacy rules for individual visas. The OAS Permanent Council announced Tuesday it will meet in special session Wednesday morning “for an update on the situation in Haiti.” It is not known what position on the OAS recommendation will ultimately be taken by Preval, who reportedly was incensed when its contents leaked before he was able to review them.

The Venezuelan who ‘knew too much’ VALENCIA, Venezuela (AP) — By the time the White House designated him an international drug kingpin in May 2009, Walid Makled had risen comet-like from petty smuggler to port mogul and airline owner through the good graces of Venezuelan power brokers. So closely was the Syrian immigrant’s son tied to what Washington has deemed a narcotics-trafficking cabal of military men loyal to leftist President Hugo Chavez that his arrest last year in a Colombian border city had

U.S. and Colombian drug agents beaming. He would be extradited to the United States to stand trial for shipping an estimated 10 tons a month of cocaine to North America and Europe, Colombia’s national police director Oscar Naranjo announced. Except now, it appears, he won’t be. Colombia’s President Juan Manuel Santos decided that Makled should instead go to Venezuela, where he faces drug trafficking and murder charges. Privately, U.S. and Colombian officials say the decision could

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Chavez responded amicably, ending import restrictions that had cost Colombian exporters hundreds of millions of dollars. The decision to extradite Makled — which is expected to take months — “seems a small price to pay for improved cooperation,” said Arlene Tickner, a political scientist at the Universidad de los Andes in Colombia. But critics say it robs law enforcement of the chance root out the highlevel corruption that has made Venezuela the top transit country for U.S. and Europebound Colombian cocaine.

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Ex-British lawmaker convicted Russian president fires police chief after bombing in expenses scandal LONDON (AP) — A London court convicted a former British lawmaker Tuesday of swindling taxpayers out of 11,277 pounds ($17,793) through bogus expense claims. The jury voted 11-1 to find John Taylor guilty on six counts of false accounting for claiming traveling expenses to London’s House of Lord’s from a property in Oxford, when he was living in west London. Taylor, 58 years old, who was born to Jamaican parents, said he did so because it was a normal amongst peers to claim items “in lieu of a salary.” The prosecution said the Oxford home was where Taylor’s halfnephew lived and that Taylor said he had never stayed at the address. “No one could sincerely believe that a home in which they had no financial interest, had never lived in and had scarcely visited could count as their main residence, or that it was permissible to claim for driving

John Taylor, leaves Southwark Crown Court, London, Tuesday Jan. 25, 2011.

between Oxford and Parliament when they had not done so,” said Stephen O’Doherty, a lawyer for the Crown Prosecution Service’s special crimes decision. “Today, a jury has seen through his dishonesty.” Taylor’s conviction is the latest chapter in a scandal that

gripped Britain with revelations that lawmakers were regularly charging taxpayers for lavish and sometimes illegal expenditures, from pornography to moat cleaning. Five other former lawmakers have been charged. Two of them have pleaded guilty. Taylor was appointed to the House of Lords in 1996 but resigned from the Conservative Party after he was charged by police. He appeared visibly shaken after the sentencing, steadying himself on the front of the dock’s bench. His lawyer urged the media to give Taylor his privacy, saying his client had nothing to say. “Lord Taylor has devoted 20 years of his life to public service,” Eddie Tang told reporters outside of Southwark Crown Court. “He is clearly devastated by the jury’s verdict.” Taylor was released on unconditional bail to await sentencing.

Philippines looking for two suspected bus bombers MANILA, Philippines (AP) — Philippine police were searching Wednesday for two men they suspect remotely detonated a bus bomb that killed five passengers and were investigating whether the explosive pointed to the involvement of alQaida-linked militants. Metropolitan Manila police chief Nicanor Bartolome said investigators had recovered fragments of an 81 mm mortar round and a Nokia cell phone used in Tuesday’s bombing that wounded 13 other people in Makati city, the capital’s financial district. The bombing could deal a blow to President Benigno Aquino III’s effort to project an image of stability after coming to power seven months ago and attract foreign investors to fund an ambitious package of infrastructure projects he unveiled recently. It was also a reminder of the complex security problems in a country grappling with longrunning Muslim and communist rebellions as well as rampant criminal gangs. Aquino has directed his national security adviser to reassess threats that reportedly came from terrorist groups last year and that prompted several countries, including Australia, Britain and the U.S., to put in place travel warnings. At the time, the government had not found the threats credible. No suspects have been named, but authorities have suggested the possible involvement of Muslim militant groups, including the alQaida-linked Abu Sayyaf, which was blamed for a 2005 bus bombing that

killed four a block away from the site of Tuesday’s blast. A year earlier, the Abu Sayyaf was blamed for the

country’s worst terrorist bombing that killed 116 people in a burning ferry in Manila Bay.

MOSCOW (AP) — In the wake of the deadly bombing of Russia’s busiest airport, President Dmitry Medvedev on Wednesday fired a top official of the country’s transport police and lashed out at “passive” officers who guard the country’s transport centres. Medvedev, often criticised as hesitant or ineffectual, appears eager to assert that he’s in control after Monday’s attack that killed 35 people Monday at the capital’s Domodedovo Airport. He announced the firing shortly before leaving for the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, where he aims to reassure elite figures of international business that Russia is a safe bet for their badly needed investment. The airport attack, generally believed to have been a suicide bombing, is likely to unsettle investors not only because it underlines Russia’s persistent security problems, but because eight foreigners were killed in the attack. The dead include two Austrian citizens, two Tajiks and one each from Britain, Germany, Ukraine and Uzbekistan, according to a revised list released by authorities. The bombing also has demoralised many Russians, weary of years of separatist violence in Chechnya and other parts of the southern Caucasus region and of terrorist attacks attributed to the separatists, including last year’s double suicide-bombing of the Moscow subway system in which 40 people were killed. “It has already been happening for so many years and there is a feeling it will never end,” said resident Inna Guliyants, who attended a service at Moscow’s Christ the Savior Cathedral as part of the capital’s official day of mourning for the bombing victims. No claim of responsibility for the bombing has been made and investigators have not named suspects or even presented a consistent account of what happened. Prime Minister Vladimir Putin, in a

characteristically tough statement, on Tuesday vowed retribution for the attack, but it remains unclear against whom. That uncertainty appeared to thicken on Wednesday when Putin said “according to preliminary information, this terrorist act isn’t related to the Chechen Republic.” Chechnya, however, is only one of several contiguous Russian republics with insurgents. In recent years, Dagestan has seen the most frequent separatist-connected bloodshed. Russian news media. generally citing unnamed sources, have variously portrayed the bombing as conducted by a man or a woman or a couple and that the bomb was either strapped to one of them or in a suitcase. Medvedev did not specify the reasons for dismissing Maj. Gen.. Andrei Alexeyev, head of the transport police for the Russian region that includes Moscow. But he did criticise transport police in general. “The police that are at the large transport centres, in airports, at railway stations, take an absolutely passive position,” he said. Also Wednesday, the chief of the transport police division at Moscow’s Domodedovo Airport and two officers were fired by Interior Minister Rashid Nurgaliyev. In the wake of the bombing, Medvedev initially criticised the airport’s security forces. But Domodedovo’s management objected, saying transport police were responsible for guarding access to the airport area where Monday’s blast occurred. Although there has been no claim of responsibility for the bombing, suspicion has fallen on Islamist separatists from Chechnya or elsewhere in the restive Caucasus region who have been battling Russian authority for over 15 years. Some reports have suggested a connection with the Nogai Brigade, an insurgent group in the Stavropol region of southern Russia.

EU tells Egypt to listen to protests

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BRUSSELS (AP) — The European Union says that Egyptian authorities should listen to their people, deal with their problems and respect their right to demonstrate. The office of EU foreign affairs chief Catherine Ashton on Wednesday called on “Egyptian authorities to respect and to protect the right of Egyptian citizen to manifest their political aspirations.” Her spokeswoman Maja Kocijancic says Egyptian authorities

should “take note of their legitimate wish for political action to deal with the problems that are affecting their daily lives.” Egyptian activists are calling for a fresh wave of demonstrations, a day after they staged the biggest protests in years to demand the end of President Hosni Mubarak’s nearly 30-year rule. Authorities warn that police would not tolerate any gatherings, marches or protests.

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World News Diabetes rises sharply in US to about 26 million ATLANTA (AP) — U.S. health officials have raised their estimate of how many Americans have diabetes to nearly 26 million. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released the new estimate Wednesday. It means about 1 in 12 Americans have diabetes, a disease in which the body has trouble processing sugar. The new figure marks a 9 percent increase from

the 2008 estimate of 23.6 million. Health officials believe diabetes is becoming more common for two reasons — more people are developing obesity-related Type 2 diabetes, and people who have it are living longer. But CDC officials say an additional blood sugar test that’s now used more widely may be responsible for as much as half of the increase.

Mother sentenced to seven years in US incest case HARRISONVILLE, Missouri (AP) — A woman whose husband fathered four babies with one of the couple’s daughters was sentenced to seven years in prison Tuesday after pleading guilty last week to child endangerment and hindering prosecution of a felony. Judge Mike Wagner said he knew of animals in the wild that fought to protect their young and questioned why the 49-year-old mother didn’t do the same. “What is so frustrating to the court is there is no amount of time in prison that can give this young lady her childhood

back,” he said. “Your child suffered an unthinkable abuse, and you allowed that to happen. You will have to live with that for the rest of your life.” Three of the four children the woman’s husband had with the couple’s daughter died, including one whose body was found in a shallow grave in eastern Oklahoma where the family apparently lived for a short time. The bodies of two other babies were found in coolers on a rural Harrisonville property where the family lived in their mobile home.

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Britain rolls back some 9/11 security restrictions LONDON (AP) — Britain on Wednesday overturned unpopular curbs on personal freedoms imposed after the Sept. 11 attacks but stopped short of ending the contentious practice of detaining suspected terrorists without trial. Home Secretary Theresa May published a review of the country’s tough anti-terrorism laws, which acknowledged some powers had been “out of step with other Western democracies.” Britain’s anti-terrorism policies have long been considered one of the toughest in the West, allowing police to hold suspected terrorists for up to 28 days before they must be charged or released. In contrast, U.S. authorities have only seven days and French police only six. U.K. police will now have only 14 days to hold terror suspects. May also limited the ability of officers to conduct random searches of the public. “For too long, the balance between security and British freedoms has not been the right one,” she said in a statement. However, May said the government would be able to

reintroduce more a stringent regime on short notice if there were fears of an imminent attack, or to handle a major terrorist plot. Civil liberties advocates complained that the most contentious counterterrorism power — a house arrest-style programme known as control orders — had been largely retained. Eight people are currently being held under control orders, which can impose a curfew of up to 16 hours per day, require a suspect to wear an electronic anklet, restrict their contact with others and ban an individual from using the internet or travelling overseas. The restrictions are used to handle suspects deemed a risk to national security but who aren’t accused of any specific crime and can’t be deported because European law won’t allow them to be sent to countries where they face possible torture. Control orders were imposed after Britain’s courts outlawed the jailing of suspects without trial in 2004. “For the foreseeable future, there are very likely to be

a small number of people who pose a real threat to our country but who cannot be successfully prosecuted or deported,” May told the House of Commons. May said new powers — which won’t be called control orders — will require suspects to wear an electronic tag and stay at a specific address overnight for about eight to 10 hours. An individual will have no Internet access via their cell phone, and only a limited ability to visit websites from any home computer. The High Court will need to approve the regime in advance and an individual must be freed after two years, unless authorities can produce evidence of new terrorist activity. “The right place for a terrorist is in a prison cell,” May said, pledging new attempts to help prosecutors use intercepted evidence, currently not allowed in British courts. The changes will also end the practice of relocating some of the most serious suspected terrorists away from their family and friends. “This is a form of internal exile,” Ken

Macdonald, an ex-director of public prosecution who oversaw the review, said in his report. Critics said May’s review had left the worst aspects of the control orders program in place. “As before, the innocent may be punished without a fair hearing and the guilty will escape the full force of criminal law,” said Shami Chakrabarti, director of human rights campaign group Liberty. “This leaves a familiar bitter taste.” The changes don’t address other criticism that most suspects are told few details of the allegations against them. May promised to consider the issue in a wider review. However, she did say local authorities will no longer be allowed to use snooping techniques intended to trap terrorists to pry on members of the public suspected of littering, or allowing their pets to foul sidewalks. In the future, police will only be allowed to use stop and search powers for short periods and in specific sites — such as around sports stadiums during London’s 2012 Olympic Summer Games.

Japanese man accused of killing British teacher pens book TOKYO (AP) — While on the lam for 2½ years, a Japanese man wanted for the murder of a British woman scissored off his lower lip, dug two moles out of his cheek with a box cutter and gave himself a nose job in an attempt to obscure his identity. The disclosures come in a book released Wednesday and written from jail by Tatsuya Ichihashi, who will stand trial later this year in the murder and rape of his English teacher, Lindsay Ann Hawker. Hawker, 22, was found dead in a sand-filled bathtub on the balcony of Ichihashi’s apartment in Chiba, east of Tokyo, in March 2007. Ichihashi, arrested in 2009 after a lengthy nationwide manhunt, admits to taking Hawker’s life in the book, “Until the Arrest.” But he doesn’t describe the crime or his motives, instead detailing his life at large, during which he travelled up and down the country, in constant fear of arrest and obsessed with

cosmetic surgery. While police say Ichihashi has confessed to assaulting Hawker and that she died from her injuries, he won’t enter a plea until the trial begins. The details in the book do not take responsibility for anything beyond what Ichihashi has already told investigators. If convicted of murder, he could face the death penalty. After escaping the police who came to his apartment to question him, he bound up his nose with a thread and needle — like a cook trussing a piece of meat — to make it narrower. At first, Ichihashi, 32, wandered around Tokyo and then drifted north to Aomori prefecture (state), where he twice tried to cut off part of his lower lip to make it thinner. The first time, he couldn’t follow through because of the excruciating pain, he wrote. He finished it up a few days later in a public bathroom. He wore several layers of surgical masks to hide the

FILE - In these file photo, left, and image distributed Nov. 6, 2009 by Chiba Prefectural Gyotoku Police, Tatsuya Ichihashi, the prime suspect in the 2007 murder case of British language school teacher Lindsay Ann Hawker, is shown before, left, and after cosmetic surgeries.

scars, but apparently didn’t stand out in the spring when many Japanese do the same to escape pollen. Moving by train and bus, Ichihashi headed south and embarked on a pilgrimage of temples in the southwestern island of Shikoku, wishing Hawker could “come back to life” — an idea he got from a

novel, in which the dead are resurrected after someone who is thinking of them tours the same temples. “I took Lindsay’s life, that fact does not change,” he wrote in the 238-page book released by publishing house Gentosha, its cover depicting Ichihashi’s drawing of himself: a man wearing a baseball cap and a

surgical mask. While at large, Ichihashi carefully avoided monitoring cameras at shops and eye contact with anyone. He changed his location quickly and often when he thought he might have been spotted. He never contacted his family or friends. Police offered a reward of 10 million yen ($121,000) for tips leading to his arrest. Once he walked past a police station and saw a wanted poster with his face on it. It was then that he sliced off the moles on his left cheek — prominent in the wanted picture. Having saved nearly 1 million yen ($12,100) from a string of construction jobs, he spent most of it on two plastic surgery operations, once to acquire a longer and narrower nose, and the second to raise the bridge of his nose. In the end, his attempts to obscure his identity led to his arrest. Staff at the second clinic

took many photos of his left cheek with traces of moles he had removed, which seemed “strange.” The clinic reported his visit and sent the photos to police — news that was splashed in Japanese newspapers. Ichihashi said he froze when he saw the news on TV about his cosmetic surgery. “My heart raced,” he wrote. “I gazed at it trembling.” He immediately checked out of his hotel, got a haircut and even bought a party disguise set containing a beard, sideburns and a mustache. He was eventually stopped on Nov. 10, 2009, by police at the ferry terminal in Osaka as he tried to flee again. One of the officers asked his name. Ichihashi gave his real name for the first time in 2½ years and was arrested. In his book, Ichihashi apologises to Hawker and her family, saying the book was intended as “a gesture of contrition for the crime I committed.”

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Sommelier

Working public holidays and weekends, you will be responsible for organizing and training of waitstaff to ensure effortless and seemless service each night and upgrading their skills and knowledge on wines and fine dining service. The Candidate will be responsible for managing and rotating Liquor and Wine Inventory and expected to work within established beverage costs whilst taking monthly liquor and wine stocktaking. Working closely with the Chef, you will be expected to develop good working knowledge on the menus to explain in great detail to guests. Extensive wine

knowledge is required to contribute to ever changing Wine list and an ability to pair both New World and Old World Wines with the menus is essential. Good ‘soft sell’ techniques are essential. Computer literacy in MS Word and Excel is mandatory. Graduation for a recognized hospitality institution along with Sommelier Certification or at least 5 years in a similar capacity in a fine dining restaurant is required. Base Salary $400 per week Qualified Belongers Only. Please submit resumes to PO Box 459, Providenciales.

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Landscaper To work 5 days

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Technician To work on office & financial equipment

Financial Controller

Main Purpose of Job: To develop and maintain all necessary financial controls, systems and processes to ensure the efficient and effective management of the company's finances and compliance as per standard, company and statutory requirements.

Main responsibilities • Production of financial budgets and forecasts incorporating profit and loss projections, cash flow analysis and capital expenditure estimates. • Direct and control Finance staff to ensure that they are appropriately motivated and trained and carry out their responsibilities to the required standards • Prepare and present financial presentations to the Board of Directors to support investment decisions. • Produce accurate and timely financial information concerning the company's financial status and performance to enable decisions to be taken relating to the company's financial strength and security • Produce all necessary financial statements and reports to enable the accurate measurement of cash flow, profit and loss, stock and debtors. • Develop and oversee all financial controls, specifically relating to cash and inventory control • Coordinate with bankers, auditors, insurance brokers and attorneys as required • Act as the main point of contact with external auditors and coordinate the production of financial statements in preparation for annual audit. • Carry out any necessary internal audit reviews and monitor the financial effectiveness of systems and controls • Recommend any changes necessary to improve the company's financial performance and financial controls

Knowledge, skills and experience required • Must be a professional qualified accountant (ACA or CPA) with a minimum of 8 years of post qualification financial management experience. • Must have advanced knowledge and experience of analyzing day-to day retail and wholesale financial accounting and system processes and controls • Experience managing computerized accounting systems, and analyzing financial data is a must • Must have sound managerial experience • Excellent communication skills are required Salary compensation: Subject to experience Deadline for submission of applicants is January 29th 2010 Submit to:

Graceway IGA Supermarket main office complex or email: hr@gracewayiga.com Please Note: Only short-listed applicants will be contacted to attend interviews.

RECEPTIONIST SALES PERSON To sell office equipment and supplies salary and benefits commensurate with experience. Please email resumes

techjobtci@gmail.com or mail to Tech Job TCI, C/O Chalmers & Co. P.O. Box 620, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands 6353

Coral Gardens Resort

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Graceway Trading is looking for an experienced highly goal driven individual to manage a Finance Team of eight people, delivering the efficient and effective management of the company finances across multiple locations.

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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 in body and mechanical work with vehicle electrical a plus • Must possess a valid drivers license • Must be a holder of automotive repair certification ASE or equipment Salary ranges from $16.00-$30.00/ flat rate hours

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Established high volume restaurant requires

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Qualifications: • At least 10 years experience in the restaurant industry • Ability to work on line and prep all type of food • Ideal applicant will have experience in high-pressure situations with the ability to work independently and as part of a team • All applicants must be willing to work 7 days per week including weekends and holidays Salary $5.50 per hour

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Kitchen Helper Needed in Grand Turk, familiarity with food preparation and European deli foods a necessity. Starting Salary $5.00. Available 7 days a week. Flexible hours. Own transportation necessary.

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BELINDA CARTER

Is currently looking to employ the following person:

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Contact 244-9508

SENIOR SOLICITOR Needed Technician, Receptionist & Sales Person

Application with CV and cover letter should be forwarded to: The Labour Department and to the Office Manager at Skippings Rutley, P.O. Box 796, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands

Company requires technician to work on office & financial equipment, Sales Person to sell office equipment and supplies and Receptionist . Salary and benefits commensurate with experience.

Please email resume TECHJOBTCI@GMAIL.COM or mail to TECH JOB TCI, C/O Chalmers & Co, P.O. Box 620, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands. 6261

EXPERIENCED SKILLED AND COMMITTED CONSTRUCTION

PROJECT MANAGER REQUIRED FOR LOCAL CONSTRUCTION COMPANY

Candidate must have: • A degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited University • More than ten (10) years experience of management of construction and civil engineering projects • Should have at least five (5) years “on island” construction experience at a professional level and be committed to the Turks & Caicos Islands • Must have excellent communication skills both written and oral must

be fluent with MS Word, Excel and AutoCAD • Must be familiar with the operation of surveying and scientific monitoring equipment • Must have ability and experience in producing cost spreadsheets and tender bids and following up on the same Salary commensurate with qualifications experience and ability Applications should be addressed to:

Lew & Jan Construction Ltd. Tel: 232-7317

To work 5 days per week. Salary $100 per week. Contact 232-8680

Contact 331-0319

6355

We are seeking to recruit a Senior Corporate/ Commercial Solicitor who has extensive real estate and development experience. The applicant must have been qualified for at least ten (10) years. Salary profit share will be commensurate with experience.

Mason To work 5 days per week. Salary $8.00 per hour

Send resume to P.O. Box 584 / closing date Feb. 4th

Professional Cleaning Company

Worker

Labourer Needed for Warehouse Facility

A busy warehouse facility requires the service of a labourer. The successful applicant will be required to work five (5) days weekly between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Duties include but are not limited to: • General cleaning and maintenance of warehouse and surrounding area • Loading and unloading of refrigerated and dry cargo • Assisting customers with wrapping and conveyance of cargo • Movement of cargo from one location to another, manually and mechanically Requirements: • Ability to walk or stand for extended periods of time. • Ability to twist, bend, lift and carry at least 80-100 lbs on a daily basis • Be able to withstand working 8 hours or more in a non climate controlled environment • Literate and numerate with minimum High School Diploma Salary: Starting $5.00 per hour

Please contact Cargo Express Services on South Dock Road or by telephone at 941-5006 Application deadline February 4, 2011

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the largest readership in the turks & caicos LEEWARD WATER SERVICES Is seeking to employ one person as a

Part-Time Labourer $5.50 per hour

Duties: Daily work duties include but are not limited to daily cleaning of raw sewage treatment, screens of debris, filters, pipes, valves, submersible pumps, etc., under supervision of plant manager OSHA, approved PPD (personal protection device) safety equipment (breathing and splash protection face mask and body suit) will be provided at no cost to the employee, inoculation

shots required for working safely on or near sewage treatment system will be paid by the company. This is a parttime job with hours estimated at 2-6 hour per day depending on varying plant operational requirements must be available for emergencies that require additional hours during evenings and weekends must be able to communicate in English. Cut off date for applications is February 4th, 2011.

Please contact Narada Robinson @ 649-232-8684

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January 29 - February 4, 2011

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Lecturers Needed

Turks and Caicos Institute of Professional Studies is seeking full time and part-time Lecturers in the following areas:

• Intro to HR • Intro to Business • Hospitality • Principles of Mgt. • English as a Second

Language • Psychology • Business Communications • Computer Application

Interested applicants must posses at least a Bachelors in the related area graduate degree preferred, 2 years experience teaching at College level and experience with online learning. Salary commensurate with experience.

Freight Services/ Super Kyle Max Services

Hole in the Wall Restaurant

Contact: Chuck Hesse 232-5119

Chef

Between 9 am - 5pm Mon-Fri for an interview appointment. Belonger preferred, but will Consider others with experience. Positions available on Grand Turk And/or Providenciales. CVF, Ltd and TWI, Ltd

Salary must commensurate with qualifications

Please submit applications no later than Tuesday January 27th, 2011 to info@tcips.com

TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS

Financial Services Commission

Tender Request for Construction Services-Interior Redesign The Financial Services Commission invites proposals from suitably qualified contractors to undertake a remodeling of the Commission’s offices. The brief scope of the works is as described below: • Remove existing partitions; • Supply of new partitions, fixtures and fittings according to the design specifications; • Installation of new partitions, fixtures, fittings and furniture according to design specifications; • Replace existing flooring with new raised surface and installation of carpeting as indicated; • Upgrading and improvement of plumbing, electrical and air conditioning systems; • The installation of permanent hurricane shutters; • Repainting of finished surfaces and the removal of debris. Interested parties may pick up a copy of the design drawings and specifications, which will be provided at a cost, between the hours 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 pm Mondays to Fridays. Interested parties are required to submit their bids in writing to the Commission at its office at Caribbean Place, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos no later than 2:00 pm February 4, 2011. Late tenders will NOT be considered under any circumstance. Tenders must be accompanied by the following: i. Valid business licence; ii. Certificate of Good-standing from the Companies Registry (for companies) or Business Names Registration for partnerships and individuals; iii. List of personnel who will be involved in the execution of the works and their qualification and or experience; iv. Details of at least two (2) references for which similar works have been carried and v. Reference from the bankers of the interested parties. Tenders should be submitted in ordinary form to include detailed description of the service provider and setting out the timeframe for carrying out the works. The original and one copy of the Tender proposal should be placed in a sealed envelope and delivered to the Commission’s office at Caribbean Place. The envelope should be addressed to the Managing Director of the Commission and clearly marked “Tender for Construction Works”. The tender will be opened after the expiry of the deadline by a panel comprising the Managing Director, the Financial Controller and the Office Manager. The Commission does not bind itself to accept the lowest or any other tender.

Financial Services Commission: 01/2011 January 18, 2011

The job requires working in Seawater every day, lifting Heavy baskets of conch, Feeding conchs and Cleaning conch wastes from Ponds on land. Person applying Must be willing to clean conch Shells and meat. Wages begin at $5.50/hr and Increase with experience. Person must speak & understand English and be physically fit. The job requires working long Hours, weekends and holidays.

1 Labourer 1 Mechanic

Resumes can be faxed to 941-3425 and the Labour Department, Providenciales as soon as possible

FAX: (649) 946-4661

Sea Gardeners & Labours

PROVO ELECTRIC 2 Electricians

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PHONE: (649) 946-4664

January 29 - February 4, 2011

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Charming Changes and Natural Wellness Products presents a New Look, New Attitude and a Whole New You for 2011!!! (Exclusive Distributors for Slimor + Acai, Slimor, Slimax, FenuMor, Colonex, Nutricin, Mas Xtreme and Passion Power) AVAILABLE AT THESE STORES Providenciales Graceway IGA Supermarket (Leeward Highway) Purilun’s Enterprises Ltd (Leeward Highway) Best 4 Less Liquor Store Discovery Land (Lower Bight Road) Flamingo Pharmacy (Graceway Plaza) Island Pharmacy (Menzies Building) Sunset Pharmacy (Royal Palm Plaza Airport Road) Executive Tours Ltd-New Era Petroleum (Airport Road) Mojito’s Bar (Blue Hill’s Round About) Imperial Supplies (Old Airport Road) Five Cays 7-11 (Five Cays Road) Pumpy’s Bar (Five Cays Road)

941-5000 941-2409 343-6433 941-4527 946-4150 941-3751 946-5564 242-0268 246-1111 941-3650 242-8509

Grand Turk J & J Supermarket (West Road) Bridging The Gap Professional Services (Moxey Folly) Faye Forbes (Breezy Bay) Dots Food Fair (Pond Street) Ruth’s Beauty Salon (Back Salina)

241-2513 946-2899 241-2029 946-2324 946-2294

South Caicos Kisa Services (Stubbs Road) Sunset Café & Grill (Opposite Dock Landing) North Caicos T’s Grocery Store (Bottle Creek) Charmaine Clarke (Sandy Point)

946-7284 231-3919

DISCOUNT LIQUORS AND WINE CELLAR IS LOOKING FOR A:

SALES AND MARKETING

REPRESENTATIVE

Description of position: • Promote all the products carried at our wholesale and retail operation • Maintain a complete sales history and purchase pattern of our wholesale customers • Visit our wholesale customers in the trade on a regular basis in an effort to increase sales and awareness of our products • Help grow retail sales by doing in store promotions and assisting customers • Assist in streamlining inventory in an effort to maximize inventory turnover ratio while maintaining adequate products to service the trade efficiently • Assist Operations Manager in setting up proper inventory purchasing cycles in an effort to maximize the use of the business’s cash flows • Assist the financial controller in devising an appropriate inventory control system for the safe custody and control of the company’s inventory • Any other duties within your abilities as delegated by management • Salary in the range of US$36,000 per annum Closing date for application is Monday, February 07th, 2011

Applications must be submitted to: Mr. Anthony Garland Operations Manager Discount Liquors & Wine Cellar Email: discount@tciway.tc or fax: 946-4871

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Needed for diesel and gas engines. Contact Andre Malcolm 6426

at 343-0727

WANTED

1 Chef

For Chinese restaurant in Providenciales. Successful candidates will be able to speak Cantonese and be familiar with the operations of a Cantonese kitchen. Chef must have 5 years supervisory experience. Interested parties please apply in writing by fax addressed to Manager, Luo Chinese restaurant at 941-7450, providing proof of qualifications and references.

Is seeking to employ a

Call today to advertise OR EMAIL tcnews@tciway.tc

Contact 649-232-5501

Interested candidates must have

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2 Painters – $6.00 per hour

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Must be willing to work flexible hours, weekends and holidays. Salary $6.00 per hour. Belongers only.

Tel: 649-941-7986

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TELEPHONE: 946-3112. SALARY $5.00 PER HOUR

BELONGERS ONLY NEED APPLY

4 Laborers/ Domestic Workers – $5.00 per hour

1 Bartender – $5.00 per hour – $6.00 per hour

2 Sales Clerks – $5.00 per hour

Teacher

– $800 per month

CARIBBEAN PARADISE

Salary $10.00 per hour

Must be able to work 5 days per week.

Labourer

To work Monday thru Saturday from 8am-5pm salary $5.00 per hour

Truck Driver

contact 244-8584 BETTY GARDINER

Labourer Is looking for a

Mechanic

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

contact 241-9474

Contact 243-0798

Notice Of Sale By

Public Auction

Hostess

Location

50500/72, Whitby, North Caicos. 6.99 acres of beachfront land approximately ¾ mile west of the St Charles resort on Whitby Beach, North Caicos. The subject property enjoys approximately 305 linear foot of beachfront. Suitable for commercial development. A reserve price will be fixed for the auction.

Title

Absolute

Proprietor

Sail Rock Point Ltd.

Approximate Area

6.99 acres

Is looking for a

To work 7 days per week. Salary $7.00 per hour.

Contact 941-5020

Mechanic

Meridian Mortgage Corporation Ltd. as Chargee, pursuant to its charge and the Registered Land Ordinance, hereby gives notice that it will cause to be sold the property listed below by Public Auction, to be held at the office of Meridian Trust Company, Caribbean Place, and Providenciales at 10.00 a.m. on Friday 4th of February, 2011.

2 Recording Engineer

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LABORER/ DOMESTIC WORKER

Tile Layer

Contact 243-4688

Contact 941-8283

ACRES OF DIAMONDS / ISLANDS HOME BUILDERS

Salary $6.00 per hour

To work on company’s car from 8am-5pm Monday thru Saturday salary $8.00 per hour.

Is looking for the following persons on behalf of our clients: Club Med Turquoise, Kennefos Production, North Caicos Café, New Hope, K’s Tire, Hermon Forbes, Provo R. Cabinet, Pine Dale Construction and Marvin Pratt

1 Cashier

Painter

Needed to engage in general duties around the yard. To work from 7am3pm Monday thru Friday.

To drive a garbage truck from Monday thru Saturday 8am5pm salary $7.00 per hour

C & J EMPLOYMENT CONSULTANCY SERVICES

Requires

Is looking to fill the following positions:

Salary $6.00 per hour

Is looking for a

• Ten (10) years experience in mechanics • Must be able to work under little or no supervision • Must be able to work on call • Must be flexible • Must be able to work on weekends and holidays

CAICOS PETROLEUM LTD.

CASTILLO CONSTRUCTION

KENDAL THOMAS

RANDAL GARDINER

Mechanic

946-4664

One Labourer Deadline for application is January 28th, 2011. Salary is negotiable

DOMESTIC WORKER $200.00 PER WEEK, Monday – Friday, 8am – 5pm CALL: 231-2972

FAX: (649) 946-4661

EMPLOYMENT / SERVICES / NOTICES

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BOAT MECHANIC

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE BY PUBLIC AUCTION ARE AVAILABLE BY REQUEST, FROM MERIDIAN TRUST COMPANY LTD. Meridian House P.O. Box 599, Caribbean Place Leeward Highway, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands, B.W.I Tel. (649) 941-3082 Fax (649) 941-3223

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PHONE: (649) 946-4664

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TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

Domestic

Is looking for a Bi-Lingual (English & Spanish)

Administration & Operations Assistant

Waitress To work 6 days per week. Salary negotiable.

Worker Needed should be able to work 6 days per week including holidays if needed. Must be comfortable with dogs, feeding and caring. Salary $800.00 per month

Successful candidate must have college Education Degree in Business with marketing experience the ability to compiled and translate documents and financials reports in both English and Spanish is mandatory. Interested and qualified candidates should submit resume to Hardrock Aggregate & Materials Ltd. P.O. Box 1051, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands Tel (649) 339-2548 or (649) 333-1905/6 or email hardrock.tc@gmail.com

EDNA STERLING

Labourer

Frances McKenzie

Is looking for a

To work 3 days per week salary $5.00 per hour.

To work 5 days per week salary $5.50 per hour. Interested persons can email resumes to info@ misickstanbrok.tc or fax:

Contact 231-1006

(649) 946-4734

Expanding Community/Retail Pharmacy attached to a medical clinic and located on the Island of Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands, is seeking 3 fulltime

pharmacists Key Responsibilities will include:

1. Dispensing prescription medication, checking dosage, giving advice and instruction on the usage of over-thecounter medicines and medical appliances. 2. Patient counseling on health matters especially relating to managing hypertensive and diabetic patients. 3. Liaising with doctors about prescriptions and new medication 4. Managing, supervising and training pharmacy support staff.

Skills required:

1. A minimum of three years experience within the Retail Pharmacy business will be an asset. 2. Certification from a reputable institution as well as proof of current pharmacist registration. 3. Good communication skills, and keen attention to details 4. Knowledge of the Kroll pharmacy computer program or similar 5. Must be willing to work flexible hours, including holidays and weekends in rotation. Position is open to all suitably qualified applicants.

Applicants can apply for further details via e-mail addressed to Mrs. Vender Walters, Box 276, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands or email vender@ gracebaypharmacy.com.

Please submit applications no later than Monday February 7th, 2011

Contact 246-9333

Casamira Williams Domestic Is looking for a Part-time

Is looking for 2

Labourers To work 5 days per week. Salary $5.00 per hour. Contact 232-1187

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WORKER NEEDED

WORKER

To work 5 days per week. Salary $150.00 per week.

Contact 331-6762

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Contact 245-1080

DOMESTIC

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Is looking to hire an experienced

Deadline for application is February 15th, 2011

COSIMO & KATHLEEN TRIPODI

CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS SUPPLY COMPANY

CASABLANCA CASINO

DOMESTIC

FAX: (649) 946-4661

EMPLOYMENT / SERVICES / NOTICES

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PHONE: (649) 946-4664

January 29 - February 4, 2011

Worker To work at home. Must be hardworking and honest. Salary $5.50 per hour.

Contact 241-9105

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KITEBOARDING

JOB OPPORTUNITY

GOLD SPECIALIST NEEDED MINIMUM 5 YEARS EXPERIENCE REQUIRED FOR DEMANDING BUSINESS. STARTING SALARY $400.00 PLUS COMMISSION. PLEASE SEND RESUMES TO US GOLD LTD. P.O. BOX 127 RICHMOND HOUSE, PROVIDENCIALES, TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS

INSTRUCTOR

NEEDED Must be PASA and IKO Certified with a minimum of 3 years instructing experience. Qualified individuals may.

Contact 242-2927

LABOURER

NEEDED

General outdoor labour and maintenance, gardening, lifting, and other related tasks as required applicant must be fluent in English and have a pleasant manner hours include weekends and must be available as needed Submit applications in writing to:

Unit 1, Southern Shores Building, Leeward Hwy, Providenciales Or via Fax: 649-946-4264 Must submit copy to The Labour Department, Downtown, Providenciales Fax: 649-946-4164

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Pool and Beach Server Experienced server needed to serve busy beach @@ Must be able to work in the hot sun is a must @@ Knowledge of the POS System a plus @@ Cleaning and side work also included Belongers Only.

Contact Tracy at 941-8408 in the mornings

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January 29 - February 4, 2011

39 FAX: (649) 946-4661

EMPLOYMENT / SERVICES / NOTICES

LABOURER NEEDED

GRANT’S GAS STATION

General outdoor labour and maintenance, gardening, lifting, and other related tasks as required. Applicant must be fluent in English and have pleasant manner. Hours include weekends and must be available as needed. Submit applications, in writing, to:

Unit 1, Southern Shores Building, Leeward Hwy, Providenciales or via Fax: 649.946.4264

1 Cafe Operator 1 Waitress/Assistant

Supervisor

Required for a food and beverage operation. Weekend, holidays. Must be able to work with little or no supervision. Minimum of 5 years experience in the first instance and 2 years in the second, in related industry is required. Belongers only need apply. Salary Negotiable.

• Must work holidays and weekends • Must have experience in pump maintenance • Starting salary $5.50 per hour

Please send resumes to P.O. Box 477, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands, B.W.I.

Must submit copy to The Labour Department, Downtown, Providenciales Fax: 946.4164

Please apply in person to

Building Materials Ltd Do It Center attention THE MANAGER or by email to HR@doitcenterprovo.com

PROVO ENTERTAINMENT CENTER

LA-BRISA Is looking for a

Waitress

Is looking for a

Labourer

To work 5 days per week salary $6.00 per hour.

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

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Contact 343-7353

Deadline for application is February 12th, 2011

HELP WANTED for New Cafe ASAP

Requires a

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PHONE: (649) 946-4664

TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

Desmond Hall

Labourer is looking for a

To work 6 days per week. Salary $5.50 per hour. Contact 232-1203

Contact 242-4528

vacancies

1 DJ / Entertainment Co-ordinator

Must be technically competent with microphone, amplifier, speaker and center console. Able to use laptop and other computer software to play and edit music live; must possess organizational skill, able to adequately promote all areas of Margaritaville (food, beverage, retail); able to adhere to policy to playing 85% Jimmy Buffet music; creatively host various games and entertainment without excluding or restricting guests / participants, interact with guests. Be able to articulate, get along well with others, work long hours, and stay calm under pressure.

1 Retail Team Leader

Must have at least 2 years experience is a similar position; computer knowledge in Excel and Word; able to direct and lead team members, able to effectively communicate both written and orally, provide adequate support to retail captain and be able to work long hours – Salary will be commensurate with level of experience;

Kitchen Helpers, Servers, Bartenders, Bussers / Runners, Stilt Walker / Mascot: $6.00 per hour

All must be willing to work public holidays and weekends Qualified persons will be short listed; belongers will be given preference – proof of belongership is required.

Deadline for application is February 14th, 2011

NOTICE OF SALE BY

PUBLIC AUCTION Vic and Virginia Georgeff c/o Hugh G. O’Neill & Co., Hibernian House, Leeward Highway, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands, hereby give notice of their intention to sell by Public Auction the following property:

Title # Section Island 61108/36 Long Bay Hills Providenciales This property comprises +/- 1.0 acre lot, a completely furnished 2,364 sq. ft main house with 1,990 sq. ft of deck space plus 820 sq. ft guest house with 1,312 sq. ft of wrap around deck. (See photos at www.caribbeanhouseforeclosure.com) The auction will be held at the premises of the office of Hugh G. O’Neill & Co., Attorneys at Law, Hibernian House, Leeward Highway, Providenciales at 10:00 o’clock in the morning on Tuesday the 15th, February, 2011. Registered proprietor Doc’s Opportunities Company Ltd. A reserved price will be fixed Conditions of sale and a draft contract may be obtained from the offices of Hugh G. O’Neill & Co., Attorneys at Law, Hibernian House, Leeward Highway, Providenciales.

Tel: (649) 946-4514 Fax: (649) 946-4955

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PHONE: (649) 946-4664

January 29 - February 4, 2011

EMPLOYMENT / SERVICES / NOTICES

TCI Waste Disposal

SUNSET MANAGEMENT LTD.

JOB OPPORTUNITIES Solid Waste Driver

(UNDER ADMINISTRATION)

TCI Waste Disposal Services Ltd is seeking to hire Five (5) qualified collectors/drivers for its waste collection operations. Applicants must have held a clean and valid heavy vehicle driver's license for over three years. Excellent heavy vehicle and truck handling skills are critical. The job requires that applicants are comfortable handling solid waste and working on board refuse collection vehicles, outdoors, in the streets and at the public dump. Applicants must have a good command of the English language. Applicants must have a very strong work ethic, be punctual and reliable and be able to follow instructions well. Basic vehicle maintenance skills are a plus. Salary will be compensated base on experience and qualification.

This is to advise the general public that Sunset Management Ltd. has been placed under administration by the Supreme Court of the Turks and Caicos Islands with effect from January 18, 2011. Joint administrators have been appointed to administer the affairs of the said company. Any individuals having any interest in any corporate entity for which company management services were provided by Sunset Management Ltd. (under administration) are requested to contact the joint administrators and provide details of their dealings with the company. Information may be sent to fax number 1-649-9418379.

Solid Waste Collector / Labourer (5) This position will assist with general pick-up of waste and will also performs skilled work in preparing surfaces and in mechanical painting and finishing varied surfaces, Including vehicles, equipment and other structures; The job also requires that applicants are comfortable handling solid waste and working on board refuse collection vehicles, outdoors, in the streets and at the public dump. Salary will be compensated base on experience and qualification.

By order of:

Operations Manager (1)

Joint Administrators, Sunset Management Ltd. (Under Administration) Dated this 25st day of January, 2011

TCI Waste Disposal Services Ltd is seeking a qualified operations manager. Main Duties Responsibilities: • Improve the operational systems, processes and policies. • Manage operational logistics, route planning, maintenance schedules. • Liaise with customers over projects and ensure services are provided in a timely fashion. • Oversee overall financial management, planning, systems and controls. • Manage day to day processing of accounts receivable and payable using QuickBooks, producing reports as requested. • Payroll management • Contribute to short and long-term organizational planning and strategy. Skills required: • Experience in waste management operations. • Strong background and work experience in Finance. • Excellent computer skills and proficient in excel, word, outlook, and access. • Excellent communication skills both verbal and written. • 3 plus years experience in bookkeeping. • Knowledge and experience in organizational effectiveness and operations management implementing best practices. • Demonstrated leadership and vision in managing staff groups and major projects or initiatives. • Excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative management style. • Budget development and oversight experience. • A demonstrated commitment to high professional ethical standards. • High comfort level working in a diverse environment. Salary will be compensated base on experience and qualification

COLOMBIAN EMERALDS INTERNATIONAL Colombian Emeralds International “The World’s Foremost Emerald Jeweller” with over 50 stores worldwide has exciting career opportunities at its Turks & Caicos Store.

SALES SUPERVISORS Will demonstrate: • Minimum of 5 years retail jewelry sales experience • Excellent Customer Care focus • Strong leadership and motivational skills • Ability to work within a team to meet company objectives • Trustworthy, dependable and willing to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays • Ability to achieve goals as outlined by management • Excellent communication skills

Marketing Manager (1)

FORWARD YOUR CV’S AND COVERLETTER TO:

Responsible for developing and maintaining marketing strategies. Evaluates customer research, market conditions, competitor data and implements marketing plan changes as needed. Oversees all marketing, advertising and promotional staff and activities. Main Duties and Responsibilities: • Develops annual marketing plan, which will focus on meeting organizational objectives. • Manage the marketing budget. • Manage all aspects of print production, receipt and distribution. • Manage frequent, timely and positive media coverage. • Specifying market requirements for current and future products by conducting market research supported by on-going visits to customers and non-customers. Skills required: • Experience in all aspects of developing and maintaining marketing strategies to meet organizational objectives • Strong communication, excellent written presentation, oral communications and interpersonal skills. • Strong leadership skills, be able to motivate and influence others. • Individual must be able to think creatively and strategically and have excellent judgment. • A demonstrated commitment to high professional ethical standards. • Excellent people manager, open to direction and collaborative work style and commitment to get the job done. • High comfort level working in a diverse environment. Salary will be compensated base on experience and qualification

Closing date for application is: February 10th 2011 PLEASE SUBMIT APPLICATIONS TO

TCI Waste Disposal Caribbean Place Providenciales Turks and Caicos Please note: only short-listed applicants will be contacted to attend interview

FAX: (649) 946-4661

Nordlca Dell Colombian Emeralds International Beaches Resort Providenciales Turks & Caicos Islands Fax: 1-649-941-233 (Strictly No Telephone Calls)

P&A 1 2 2 4 4 2

Is currently seeking qualified applicants to fill the following positions on behalf of our clients:

Bus Driver – salary $5.50 per hour Kitchen Helpers salary – $6.00 per hour Housekeepers salary – $6.00 per hour Domestic Workers salary – $5.50 per hour Laborers salary – $6.00 per hour Sales Persons salary – $6.00 per hour

Applicant must be experience with former background and references I this field

For more detailed information please contact our office at IBO Building, Downtown Providenciales Monday thru Friday 9am-5pm or call 941-5797

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TURKS AND CAICOS WEEKLY NEWS

PHONE: (649) 946-4664

EMPLOYMENT / SERVICES / NOTICES

F.R. CONSTRUCTION

GUISLANDE SWANN Is looking for a

Is looking for 2

Domestic

Worker

Labourers To work 5 days

To work 3 days per week. Salary $5.50 per hour. Deadline for applications is February 14th, 2011

Contact 242-2548

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Contact 341-6203

per week. Salary $5.50 per hour.

NOTICE

Any person who desires to object to the grant of the license shall send to the Minister of Gaming, the Gaming Inspectorate Office, P.O. Box 310, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands before such date (not being earlier than fourteen days after the publication of the above advertisement) as be specify in the notice.

WISHES TO RECRUIT

SENIOR LITIGATOR

Established Law Firm urgently seeks to appoint Litigation Attorney. The Candidate must be highly motivated self starter capable of building his/her own clientele rapidly with a particular emphasis on litigation and E-Commerce Development and must have at least ten (10) years experience of legal practice.

Applications together with resume should be sent to: The Senior Partner P.O. Box 678 Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands Must be eligible for membership for TCI Bar based upon English Qualification

FOR RENT Beautiful staff house with 8 bedrooms/ 9 bath centrally located behind TC Gas for just $3,000/month. Contact 232-4869 or 232-4870

FAX: (649) 946-4661

SPENCE SECURITY & INVESTIGATION SERVICES, LTD

vacancies The leading and trusted security company in TCI is in need of personnel to fill up the following position for our expansion.

(1) MARKETING/SALES AGENT Responsibilities: • Communications with clients & processing sales • Formulate sales programs & distribute sales materials • Presentation of products & services to the clients • Inventory forecasting • Other functions as assigned by the CEO Qualifications: • Minimum of 6 years experience or in direct marketing/sales • Excellent work & presentation skills; speak & write proper English • Very good knowledge in security and alarm electronics • Must be effective communicator & public relations person • Possesses own transportation; must have excellent computer skills Salary starts @ $1500 monthly plus commission

Notice is hereby given Pursuant to Section 5 (2) of the Casinos Ordinance 1980 (as amended), that Carnaval Casino Ltd., “the applicant”, Cheshire Hall & Richmond Hills, Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands have applied for a Casino License.

(2) TECHNICIANS

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Wilson & Associates Unit #1, Alliance Business Center Grace Bay, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands

Responsibilities: • Installation of Burglary & Fire Alarm System, Integrated Access Control, & Network Surveillance Systems. • Processing service calls, equipment inventory • Other functions as assigned by the Tech Director/CEO Qualifications: • Minimum of 5 years experience in alarm industry w/ excellent work history • Computer literate; possess technical or engineering degree • Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills (English) • Possess valid TCI drivers license; Must be an excellent team -player Salary starts @ $1300 monthly plus commission

(3) SECURITY OFFICERS Responsibilities: • Safe guard the clients lives and properties • Prevent/deter crimes from happening • Write reports Qualifications: • Minimum of 4 years military/police experience or 5-6 years security officer experience • Must have basic personal safety and other security training certificate • Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills (English) • Can follow instructions and write comprehensive reports • Must be an excellent team-player Salary starts $6.00 per hour.

How to apply:

1. Submit resume’ with application letter, employment and training certificates, police record, passport, proof of residence or citizenship to Spence Security office 2. Wait for Spence Security personnel to call you for an interview Interested applicants should send resume’ and applicable certificates address to:

‘The Personnel Manager’ not later than February 28th, 2011 to: SPENCE SECURITY & INVESTIGATION SERVICES, LTD. P.O BOX #73, Caribbean Place, Leeward Highway, Providenciales Email address: spencesecurity@tciway.tc Fax: 941-3027 BELONGER ONLY NEED APPLY. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

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PHONE: (649) 946-4664

January 29 - February 4, 2011

EMPLOYMENT / SERVICES / NOTICES

FOR RENT Penthouse at La Vista Azul Beautiful view of the Marina and ocean 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath, fully and beautifully furnished for only $3,000.00 per month

FAX: (649) 946-4661

FOR RENT Loft for Rent

Centrally located, behind Royal Jewels, 2 bedroom 2 bath fully furnished, swimming pool, gated, fully security for only $1,200.00/month.

Contact 232-4869 or 232-4870

Call: 232-4869 or 232-4870

FOR RENT

5 bedroom house in Leeward Palms. Fully furnished for only $2,500/month.

600 sq. foot stores/offices on Leeward Highway opposite Scotia Bank. For a reduced price $600/month.

Contact 232-4869 or 232-4870

VACANCY Salary/Wage: Negotiable Job Category: Automotive / Vehicle Repair Career Level: Experienced (Non-Manager) Location: Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands BWI Status: Full Time, Employee Relevant Work Experience: 15 Years+ Education Level: Qualified petrol & diesel technician.

REQUIREMENTS ۬* Diagnose and repair cars, light trucks, heavy trucks, heavy earth moving equipment. * Diagnose and repair hydraulic drive systems. * Working knowledge of diagnostic tools such as GTR, Dealer Connect, IDS, WDS, Starscan, DRB3, NGS & Tech 2. * Excellent written & oral communication skills in English. * Energetic, resourceful and punctual, with strong business and personal ethics. * Qualified professional technician (ASE Certified, Master, L1 and up) * Automotive Service Knowledge * Work experience in high volume shops * Willing to be trained and learn new technical concepts and automotive service development. We are a hardworking management team that is looking for equally hardworking individuals. Interested in joining a company that enjoys and rewards success.

Ph.#: 941-3847 Providenciales Turks & Caicos Islands

Looking for an experienced

Air Conditioning / Refrigeration Technician • Must have 7 – 10 years experience in air conditioning/refrigeration maintenance • Minimum of 2 years working in a hotel with good customer skills • Must have some computer skills • Must be able to read, write and speak English fluently • Must be willing to live full time on Ambergris Cay • Maintaining all installation in refrigeration and air-conditioning in accordance with international standards • Performs mechanical, plumbing, refrigeration and electrical repairs • Maintains logs • Troubleshooting • Use of appropriate tools and equipment to perform the job • Operates, maintain and repairs to ensure minimum discontinuity • Ordering of spare parts to ensure consistent functioning without discontinuity • Reporting all security problems to the Facilities Manager • Able to read and follow prints, diagrams, manufacturer’s directions and recommendations • Able to work under minimal supervision • Knowledge and experience with Mitsubishi multi-system will be an advantage

Contact Laurent Folie at Cell: 232-2838 or email: Laurent.folie@ambergristci.com

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Mac Motors

January 29 - February 4, 2011

EMPLOYMENT / SERVICES / NOTICES

MAID WANTED Must be able to work weekends and long hours when necessary. Must have own transportation. Salary $6.00 per hour.

Contact 946-4969

43 FAX: (649) 946-4661

E.Y. CONTRACTORS Is seeking to employ a

Career Opportunities Seamstress

To work six days per week. Salary $7.50 per hour.

Contact 241-2866

POSITION AVAILABLE 15TH MAY, 2011

Spa Therapist

With over 5 years experience in all types of Massages, facials plus other skin/body care services as well as Manicure/Pedicure. Applicants experience must include working in the Tourist Sector. Wages $300 per week plus commission scheme. The successful applicant must be a team player and highly motivated to excel. For an interview or appointment phone Sandy Lightbourne at 946-8212 Mon to Fri between hrs of 10am and 5pm. Resumes and references required. Applications would be considered from Belongers only and must be received by 18th February, 2011.

CHAMPIONS FOR CHRIST INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE An affiliate of A Touch of Love Ministries International Center

Accepting applications for Maintenance (Handyman)

Janitor (Domestic Helper)

Applicant must have own transportation Flexible hours, might have to work on weekends and holidays Able to lift heavy equipment Ability to work with minor supervision Must speak English well Salary $5.00 per hour

Mature and active born-again Christian who believes in the work of the Holy Spirit Flexible hours, might have to work on weekends and holidays Ability to work unsupervised Must speak English fluently Salary $5.00 per hour

All applicants must provide two references with telephone numbers including one from current Pastor. No phone calls please. Applications should be addressed to

Attn: Executive Board Champions for Christ International School of Excellence P.O. Box 751 Providenciales Turks & Caicos Islands, BWI Or you may Email: info@atolministries.org or Fax: 1-877-580-8743

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Veranda is currently seeking qualified candidates that have the requirements listed along with an outgoing professional manner. Our ideal candidates must love to work with different types of people, meet challenges with a positive attitude and live the standards of our organization.

Director of Finance You will assist the Financial Controller to supervise all members of the Accounting Department, provide functional guidance to Executive Committee and Department Heads, interact with hotel's legal counsel, insurance companies, tax consultants, auditors, commercial and government banks to effectively control the assets of the business and to provide business support. • Assists and provides financial guidance in the formulation and implementation of Hotel Business, Plan, Budget and Key Performance Objectives. • Ensures an up to date cash flow projection is maintained and maximises cash flow performance of the hotel through controls on inventory, credit and collection, disbursements, deposits and remittances. • Ensures excess cash is managed to maximise earning potential. • Prepare outlooks for forthcoming months and forecasts for the remainder of the year. • Prepare monthly position of actual results against budget, analyse results and recommend to Executive Committee measures required to meet budget. • Prepare consolidation quarterly position assessments for the Executive Committee. • Distributes outlook and forecast information as an up to date management tool for operating departments. • Implement and review financial controls and policies. • Analyse financial and management reports. • Employ adequate internal control procedures to ensure correct authorisation for payment procedures. • Manage internal and external audits when they occur. • Follow up on all capital expenditures to ensure compliance with original justification. • Ensure all accounts are reconciled on monthly basis, review and approve those reconciliations. Requirements • 2 -3 year experience in a similar position • Bachelor of Business, Accounting, Finance or Commerce. • Certified Practicing Accountant (CPA) qualifications preferred. • Excellent knowledge of hotel accounting software(s). • Basic knowledge of hotel reservations system(s). • Basic knowledge of hotel point of sales system(s). • Negotiation and effective presentation skills.

Restaurant Supervisor Position is responsible for the short term planning and daily operations of the restaurant and room service • Maintain food and beverage readiness by notifying employees of service standards • Keeps inventory of serving area and replenish stock as needed • Ensures that equipment are running and calls for repairs as needed • Remains productive, positive and provides solutions in stressful situations • Represents the Food and Beverage Department in a professional and courteous • Coaches, counsels and disciplines staff; plans and monitors job results Requirements: • Extensive experience in restaurant, bars and banquet management • Ability to communicate effectively with customers, as well as all levels of employees. • Ability to effectively and efficiently move around the property • Ability to review and comprehend all necessary documentation. • Lifts up to 15lbs; Sits and or stands for long periods of time Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience

Interested persons may contact our Human Resource Manager No later than February 11, 2011 Email: deleria.simms@verandatci.com Or hand deliver to our office at Veranda Resort and Residences Princess Dr. Lower Bight, Providenciales

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Auto Marine Mechanic

To work 5 days per week. Salary $6.00 per hour.

Position for twins • Must speak, read and write English • Must be available swing shift hours, days, evenings, nights, weekends and holidays • Must be able to do household chores • Must be comfortable around large dogs for grooming weekly Salary $5.00 per hour

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Interhealth Canada (TCI) Ltd is seeking to find qualified person to fill the following positions Porter The successful candidate should: • The movement of patients; • Post duties; • Emergency responses as required; • The movement of sample specimens; • The movement of furniture and goods; • Receipt storage and distribution of goods in line with agreed procedures to wards and departments; • Ad-hoc portering requests; • The movement of health records; • Waste collection; • Compiling reports and statistics. • The movement of patients; • Post duties; • Emergency responses as required; • The movement of sample specimens; • The movement of furniture and goods; • Receipt storage and distribution of goods in line with agreed procedures to wards and departments; • Ad-hoc portering requests; • The movement of health records; • Waste collection; • Compiling reports and statistics.

Experience • Previous working as part of a team • Exposure in dealing with the public • Prior healthcare experience preferred

Salary dependent on experience above min wage.

Demonstrated Skills/Abilities • Ability to communicate in English and take instruction • Ability to work to timeframes

The successful candidate should • Have excellent customer service skills & supervisory experience. • A good knowledge of MS Office applications such as MS Word & Excel is must. • Have experience of cash handing and generating daily reports. • Have knowledge of food preparation, food hygiene and documentation. • Be able to read, write, and speak English fluently. • Be willing to work shifts and on public holidays. • Be in good health and be able to stand for long hours. • Have minimum 2y years of experience of working as Catering Supervisor is essential; previous hospital experience is advantageous.

Seamstress/Laundry Attendant The successful candidate should: • be able to work in a healthcare laundry setting • Have a minimum of 5 years experience as a Seamstress • Have at least 2 years experience working in a laundry and operating laundry equipment such as: washers, dryers, pressers and irons. • Must be able to read, write, and speak the English language fluently. • Must be willing to work shifts and on public holidays. • Must be fit and able to stand for long hours. • Must be willing to learn

Facilities & Estates Coordinator

Experience • Previous working as part of a team • Exposure in dealing with the public • Prior healthcare experience preferred Demonstrated Skills/Abilities • Ability to communicate in English and take instruction • Ability to work to timeframes Personal Attributes • Physical ability to undertake work assignment • Reliable • Ability to work shifts assigned • Neat and tidy

We are seeking an experienced Estates and Facilities Coordinator with previous experience in Healthcare environment; Skills required for the post are: • Knowledge of Maintenance of STP, HVAC experience, coordination & validation of Sub Contractors and issuance of PTW. • Ability to be flexible and adaptable and to undertake works as required including Cleaning and general maintenance and to assist with any tasks related to the Healthcare Environment. • Qualifications in Health and Safety are required as desirable as this post will also be expected review internal & external H&S practices & procedures within the facilities team. • Excellent communication skills. • Must be willing to learn

Working Catering Supervisor - Service

Working Catering Supervisor - Kitchen The successful candidate should • Assisting head chef in food preparation and supervising food for patient meals, café and hospitality. • Assist the head chef with inventory, supplies, pricing, menu planning, food hygiene, safety, and sanitation issues in food business • Have excellent customer service skills, supervising personnel, and ensuring quality and cost standards are consistently attained. • Have knowledge of food preparation, food hygiene and documentation. • Be able to read, write, and speak English fluently. • Be willing to work shifts and on public holidays. • Be in good health and be able to stand for long hours. • Have minimum 2 years of experience of working as Supervisor is essential; previous hospital experience is advantageous. Salary dependant on experience.

How to Apply

Initial applications may be made by submitting to Interhealth Canada a comprehensive CV showing your qualifications and experience. This may be sent either by email to: fm@interhealthcanada.tc Please ensure that a contact telephone number or email address is included on the application.

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Sports International

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Net Rockers FC still undefeated in WFL

Tennis fun day proves a smash hit

– Strikers win first game

ANYONE for tennis? That’s the cry that went up in Providenciales at the weekend. And with the island boasting some of the Caribbean’s best facilities, it’s not surprising the answer was a resounding ‘yes’! The Turks and Caicos Tennis Club held a Junior Fun Day at its stunning new headquarters in Venetian Road, with more than 50 local youngsters taking part. Supported by the TCI Tennis Federation, the event saw children aged between five and 16 enjoy a range of activities, as youth coach, Adam Twigg, explained: “We have held a day of events for both beginners and those who already play a bit of tennis. “In the morning it was the turn of the youngsters with some great, fun games aimed at improving skills and getting used to the feel of a racquet in hand. “Then in the afternoon we held a competition for the older children which was very competitive and full of good tennis. “It’s been great and the mix of

THE NET Rockers Football Club unbeaten run in the Women’s Football League (WFL) remains intact while the AFC Strikers finally have something to cheer about after recent games at the Academy ground. The undefeated side came-frombehind to beat the Revolution FC 2-1 and take a commanding lead while the Strikers, who went six games without a win (three draws), got past the AFC Hurricanes 3-1. The Net Rockers were on the defensive after Barbara Anderson found the back of the net. The Revolution had several chances to go up two goals, but Gaya Smith would have none of it and she struck home a 25-yard free kick to even the clash. Niquita Rosemaine latched on to Kayla Gardiner’s pass to give Net Rockers the lead in the second half. Despite many efforts and twice hitting the crossbar Revolution could not find the net. Chances after chances were wasted allowing Net Rockers to hold on for a win which almost certainly assures that they will win the year’s league title.

Christina Hinds scored one of the Strikers’ goals in their first WFL victory this season.

In the second game Brittney BienAime opened the scoring as she ran through to expertly finish past Amelie Speer in goal. Pekiera Brooks made it 2-0 as she converted a free kick from long range. Hurricanes’ captain Chanile Butterfield then gave her team some hope as she scored direct from a corner, but her effort was in vain as Christina Hinds handed her team a 3-1 lead after she broke through and scored by the onrushing keeper.

By Paul Baker

Having fun: Youngsters enjoying themselves at the Junior Tennis Day.

children from all backgrounds has been so encouraging. There are great young tennis players in TCI and we aim to help with their development and enjoyment of the game further.” So, did the fun day live up to its billing? Well nine-year-old Woodline Monicion certainly thought it did. She said: “It’s been fantastic. I attended the morning fun session and I had a wonderful time.” The new championship courts in Venetian Road were opened just three months ago. But despite being one the newest sports facilities on island, further expansion is already planned at the site, according to TCI Tennis Club and Tennis Federation spokesman, Tanis Wake-Forbes.

“The plan is to have 10 championship courts all together, along with a clubhouse and changing facilities. “We want to make this a special facility where we can encourage youngsters to take up the game and attract coaches and international funding. “Seeing the amount of children enjoying the fun day proves that our aims and hard work are for a good cause.” The overall team winners during the morning session were the Grand Slammers, who finished ahead of the Jaguars, Lightning, Dynamite and the Wackers. Meanwhile the individual competition winners were Bryanna Brown and Francis Etienne.

Josh for Sports

Sports clothing factor EVERY year enormous sums of money are spent on research into sports clothes and equipment. With so much money and glory at stake in top sports competitions it is critically important that a sports competitor is not let down by his or her equipment at vital moments. In some sports such as skiing, cycling, swimming and speed skating the selection of equipment can usually mean the difference between first and second place in a competition. Style and image have also become important and influential in the designing of sports clothes. Manufacturers/designers will pay sportsmen and sportswomen huge sums of money to wear their clothes. Some sports clothing such as tennis tops and ski pants have become fashionable street wear. This is a great compliment to the designers since it shows their clothing to be both comfortable and stylish. The use of advertising in sports has also influenced the design of sports clothing. Manufacturers have to ensure that their logos are clearly visible without spoiling the look or quality of the item. As more and more people take

up sports, and the competition at the top becomes greater, it would be interesting to see how sports clothing manufacturers improve on their already high standards. AMERICAN FOOTBALL American Football is one of the toughest and most physically demanding sports around. Players, at both professional and amateur levels, are subjected to numerous tackles and body-checks during a game. Clothing and equipment, therefore, are vitally important. They must provide players with enough protection to prevent serious injuries. PROTECTIVE PADDING A football player dressed in full uniform can be a strange and daunting sight. Football is a tough and highly competitive team game and players are usually well built and muscular. William Perry of the Chicago Bears weighed more than 300 lbs and was known as the “refrigerator”. Because of the heavy tackling, players have to wear a lot of protective padding which makes them look even bigger and more foreboding. On the lower parts of their bodies players wear hips, thighs, knees and shin pads while around their hands they put on

By Joshua Gardiner elbows, hands, wrists and forearms pads. Players also wear padding to protect their kidneys, chest and shoulders. Probably the most important piece of protection is the headgear. If, as a result of a hard tackle, a player falls on his head, he could suffer severe brain damage or even death. Helmets are made of plastic and are equipped with a face mask, which is made with unbreakable moulded plastic and coated with rubber to give a cushion effect. If the face masks were made with material which was too hard or breakable it could cause injuries to the wearer. UNIFORMS Football teams have their own

distinctively coloured uniforms. Jerseys are made of a hard-wearing, yet comfortable, material made from a mixture of cotton and nylon. The colour of the team shirts must not be the same as the colour of the ball. Shirt numbers are eight inches high on the chest and 10 inches high on the back. Pants are in the team’s colour and reaches just below the knee. Players also wear socks in the team’s colour and lightweight shoes with cleats. ATHLETICS Before a race, athletes warm up using loose-fitting tracksuits to keep their muscles warm and supple; if it is raining the athlete usually wears a raincoat over his or her tracksuit. Under their tracksuits athletes usually wear a top and a pair of shorts. Some athletes, both male and female, will use a pair of tights to keep their legs warm until the very last minute. If it remains cold, some athletes might even wear tights during the race. In fact, some athletes have taken to wear all-in-one bodysuits. All athletes wear tops although it varies according to the distance he or she is running. A sprinter will wear a lightweight cotton top, while a distance runner may wear a mesh one, which allows the air to circulate

freely around the body and keep it cool. This is important in races such as the marathon, where a runner may be sweating over a long period of time. Female athletes wear tight-fitting shorts made of materials such as nylon which will move with the body. Male athletes wear shorts, cut high up on the sides, which allows for the maximum range of movement. SHOES Perhaps the greatest advancements made in sportswear in the last ten years have been in the development of athletic footwear. Road-running shoes, or training shoes as they are more commonly known, are extremely light. They also have a spongy shock-absorbent sole that greatly reduces the stress of running on an athlete’s legs. All track athletes wear spiked running shoes, which allow them to transfer all the impetus from their legs to the ground. These spikes can be unscrewed and substituted with another length of spike to suit the running surface. Field athletes in the throwing events (such as javelin and discus) wear longer spikes on their shoes than runners. The longer spikes act as brakes once the athlete has completed his or her throw.

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Sports National Provo Hockey League:

Diotte-Joly leads unbeaten Tucker and La Motte light up junior rugby opener Sharks to two wins GABRIEL Diotte-Joly led the unbeaten Sands/Palms Sharks to two victories last Saturday in the bantamdivision of the Provo Hockey League. The sharp-shooter scored all three goals in the 3-0 victory against the Saunders and Co Hurricanes while in the last game of the day he scored five goals in his team’s 6-2 win over the Star Foundation Lightning. In the first game, the league’s leading scorer (59 goals) had help from Matthew Danics who made two assists and goalie Senga Brubaker who was involved in her first shootout. Against the Lightning, Diotte-Joly had support from Miles Hanchell (one goal) and Justin Hagan (one assist). For the Lightning Livingston Ferdinand scored two goals while Cole Nickson had an assist. PIRATES WIN The TWA Marcelin Wolf Pirates have taken a small lead over the J&W Construction Flames in their midget-division battle. The Pirates are now ahead 5-4. In their latest clash the leaders claimed a 13-9 goal victory. Jeremy Lemoine scored five goals and made an assist while his brother Patrick scored two; Miguel Malcolm and Rajhan Munnings finished with two goals and one assist each while Gabriel Saunders (one goal and an assist) and Clayon Bennet (one goal) also supported. For the Flames Luis Turbyfield

Gabriel Diotte-Joly leads the league with 59 goals

Senga Brubaker has been inspirational as goalie for the Sharks.

scored four goals while Scott Glinton had three. Quinn Higgs (one goal and an assist), Peter Esper (one goal) and

Luke Ryan (who had a commendable first time performance as goalie) also assisted.

Jamaican All-Stars record low scoring cricket victory

SEMI-FINALISTS of the Monster Energy Drink T20 Cricket competition the Jamaican AllStars defeated new-comers Quality Supermarket by three wickets last Sunday at the Downtown Ballpark. Batting first after winning the toss the eventual losers were bowled out for 107 runs in their allotted overs. Pawan Kumar finished with 32 runs.

Randy Percival was the main wicket taker with 3-28 from his four overs for the All-Stars. All-Stars, not without some amount of difficulty, reached the total with three balls to spare and three wickets in hand. Robert Johnson led the batsmen with 31. Jintender Gangalani was the pick of the Quality bowlers with 2-11 from four overs.

THE JUNIOR Rugby Spring Season began on Saturday last at the National Stadium with Andrew Tucker and Brandon La Motte lighting up their respective matches. After a training session where they worked on their skills, the teams began the Spring League with Franco Smith running strong lines to score on a 30-metre dash for the Stormers. Luis Turbyfield showed good control putting La Motte over for a try before the winger used his speed to turn his opponents for his second try for the Warriors to seal their 4-2 victory. In the second set of matches of the day Tucker and Miguel Malcolm guided the Eagles to victory over the Bulls. The Eagles held their defensive line and denied LJ Outten a try in the dying minutes which gave them a 3-2 win. La Motte and Tucker were both awarded man-ofthe-match titles and received a Turks and Caicos rugby t-shirt each. The top junior players will be showcasing their skills in the curtain raiser for the senior team’s first match at the Meridian Field at The Village at Grace Bay against the Bayonne Bombers at 1.30 p.m. on Saturday

Andrew Tucker on the attack during the opener of the Junior Rugby Spring Season.

March 12th. The Junior Rugby Development Programme takes place at the National Stadium at 10:00h on Saturday mornings.

Henry’s century in vain As defending champs booted out of T20 cricket competition

DEFENDING champions of the Provo Cricket Association leagueformat competition, the Guyana Jaguars, will have to view the semi-finals and final from the sideline after losing their mustwin game against the unbeaten Beaches team last Saturday. Leading from the front the Guyanese ace all-rounder Earl Henry pounced on the bowling by belting 107 unbeaten runs, but that was not enough in the now T20 competition under the Monster Energy Drink brand. Beaches won the toss and bowled, but the Jaguars were resilient at the crease as their batsmen totalled an impressive 213 runs for six wickets in the

Earl Henry scored the first century in the Monster Energy Drink T20 cricket competition, but it was not enough to save defending champions the Guyana Jaguars from making an early exit.

allotted 20 overs. Henry scored the competition’s first century by dazzling the boundary ropes 17 times. Sean Khan lent good support with a score of 37. Odayne Ewart and Yohan Grant finished with two wickets apiece for the eventual winners. The Beaches batsmen were not intimidated by the daunting 10.7 runs needed per over for victory, as Jessie Alexander (who ironically played for the Jaguars late last season when Beaches failed to field a team) and Anthony McKnight blasted half-centuries. McKnight scored a blistering 89 (11X4s and 3X6s) while Alexander ended with an equally impressive 76 (15X4s). John Dolphin finished with the Jaguars’ best bowling figures (2-38 from four overs).

Javed Shearer (left) and Sebastian Turbyfield have led the Owls to several victories in the Provo Hockey League mini-division.

Provo Hockey League:

Dragons burn Owls ORRIN Campbell scorched the floor with seven goals and an assist to undermine the scoring prowess of Sebastian Turbyfield and Javed Shearer in the mini-division of the Provo Hockey League. The Coco Bistro Dragons, who are still trailing the Grace Bay Car Rentals and Sales Owls by four games, had support from Mathieu Poulin (two goals) and Carson Greatrex (one goal) in the 10-7 win. Turbyfield led the division leaders (10 wins in 13 games) with four goals while Shearer added two and one

assist. The other goal was scored by Dylan Brubaker. Shearer, who is leading the league with 10 assists, had carried his side to a victory over the Gansevoort Gators in the opening game last Saturday. That clash at the Graceway Sports Centre ended 9-6. The mini-division player scored five goals and made two assists while Turbyfield had three goals and an assist. Brubaker scored the other goal while Zoe Diotte-Joly made some good saves in front of the uprights.

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Williams starts 2011 season on fire – Clocks 10.36 in 100M – Leads team to recordbreaking victory in 4X400M THE TURKS and Caicos’ leading junior sprinter Delano Williams has been making headlines in Jamaica after clocking a commendable handtime in the 100 metres and inspiring his team to a record-breaking 4X400M relay win. The 17-year-old Munro College athlete did his school proud when he won the class one 100 metres dash with a hand-time of 10.36 seconds in the 2011 JC/WATA Invitational on January 8. The fifth former, who has been dubbed as “new and improved” by his school, then led his 4X400M team off the starting blocks to a record-breaking feat in the Central Hurdles and Relays last Saturday at the GC Foster College track in St. Catherine, Jamaica. The relay team won the event and shaved seconds off the competition’s record. It stood at 3:17.0 minutes before Williams’s team finished in 3:14.61 minutes. Williams finished with a split of 45.5 seconds. PERSONAL GOALS Because hand timing is not precise,

it is not recognised internationally and thus Williams’s personal best still stands at 10.60 seconds (electronic), which he achieved last year at the ISSA Boys and Girls’ Athletic Championships (Champs). Speaking from Jamaica this week, the 2010 Commonwealth Youth award finalist said that despite preparing to write the Caribbean Examinations Council (CXC) exams in a few months, he is still focused on achieving a number of athletic goals. High on his agenda would be to shave off time on his 100M and 200M records and to set his mark nationally. “This year I would like to run faster times in both the 100M and the 200M. I also would like to take our National Senior record which is 10.49 seconds.” This weekend the youngster would compete in the Steths Invitational meet in St. Elizabeth where he plans to run the 400M, this he pointed out is for his “personal development in order to run a faster time in both the 100M and the 200M”.

Munro College’s Wayne Hyman (left), receives the baton from teammate Delano Williams at the first changeover in the high school boys’ 4X400 metres Open during the Central Hurdles and Relays on Saturday last at the GC Foster College in St Catherine. Munro College won in a record 3:14.61 minutes. (Photo: Munro College/Bryan Cummings)

Winter Touch Rugby League:

Great White Sharks win regular season THE Great White Sharks played unbeaten in the last regular season round of the Winter Touch Rugby league to finish as the most outstanding team. Although the accolades are given to the championship team that wins the grand-final of the event (January 27), the regular-season run by the Sharks nevertheless was an impressive triumph. The side who lost only four games

of 24 (18 wins and two draws) to finish with 58 points, whipped the second and third placed teams the Red Arrows and the Black Mambas 4-0 and 6-0 respectively in the eighth round of play. The Blue Buccaneers, who finished fourth with just 18 points from six wins, were also defeated by the Sharks, but by a more respectable score-line of 3-4. Red Arrows, who were flawless in

round seven, were the opposite one week later as they lost two of their games (defeated by the Buccaneers 3-8 and the Sharks) before they drew 4-4 with the Black Mambas. The Buccaneers also got past the Mambas with a score of 5-4. Red Arrows finished on 40 points (12 wins, 10 losses and two draws) while the Mambas ended with 31 points (nine wins, 13 losses and two draws).

National Track and Field Schools Championships set for March THE NATIONAL Track and Field Schools Championships will be held in March according to Director of Sport Alvin Parker. Parker disclosed that the primary schools will battle on the 13th and 14th while the high schools will take to the National Stadium on the 15th-17th. Meanwhile the National High School Female Softball Tournament will conclude this

Saturday at the Downtown Ballpark in Providenciales. Defending champions, H.J Robinson, out of Grand Turk were expected to battle with Majorie Basden High School (South Caicos), Raymond Gardiner (North Caicos) and home teams: Clement Howell High School and the British West Indies Collegiate. Admission to the event is $3. The Great White Sharks dominated the regular season of the Winter Touch Rugby League

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