Articles published in November 2005
  75 articles published

1: The Met Office Weather Report - Ascension (Met Office) - 24.11.2005

Statistics for the week ending Monday 21st November 2005

2: A message of thanks - Ascension (Letters) - 24.11.2005

Now that I have arrived safely back in the UK I am writing to reflect on my four years on Ascension Island. What a beautiful place with wonderful warm people.

3: THANK YOU - Ascension (Letters) - 24.11.2005

I would like to take this opportunity to thank all the people who took the time to cast their votes in last week’s election. It is a very important time in our Islands future and all of us that were lucky enough to be elected face quite a substantial amount of work if last weeks brief meeting with the FCO was anything to go by!

4: Ascension Island attracts £20,000 for Children In Need - Ascension (Letters) - 24.11.2005

Last week a trip to Ascension Island sponsored by Ascension Island Government and Obsidian Group Ltd attracted a bid of. £20,000 on Terry Wogan`s Radio Two breakfast show in the Children In Need Big Auction. - This was the highest bid of the day

5: Church Page - Ascension (Religion/Church) - 24.11.2005

OPERATORS FOR 'GEORGE'

6: Diary of a Councillor - Ascension (Letters) - 24.11.2005

I think the turnout for the election was interesting; while 39% does not appear high at first glance, a number of factors should be taken into account.

7: Thank you - Ascension (Letters) - 24.11.2005

I didn’t put in any long-winded pre-election speeches so I won’t make you suffer with any post-election ones.

8: Ladybirds Bonfire Night - Ascension (Letters) - 24.11.2005

Sorry this seems such a long time ago now, but some of you might appreciate that I have been a little busy.

9: CRICKET - Ascension (Sport) - 24.11.2005

Sun. 13 Nov. Outlaws V Georgetown

10: GOLF News - Ascension (Sport) - 24.11.2005

On Sunday the 20th of Nov 05, 17 players took part in the monthly medal. The day was quite wet and overcast to start with but did brighten up as the morning passed.

11: News From The Grotto - Thought For The Week - Ascension (Religion/Church) - 24.11.2005

This past Sunday marks the last Sunday in ordinary time. Next week will be the first Sunday in Advent. When I was thinking about this special season that is about to begin, I came across an article in Time magazine.

12: Hung Drawn and Quartered Visit Ladybirds, Ascension Island - Ascension (Letters) - 24.11.2005

After months of emails bouncing back and forward between the Hung, Drawn and Quartered team and myself, they finally arrived on 9th November for a tightly scheduled, jam packed week.

13: Farewell and thank you toMaurice George Henry ‘Sandy’ - Ascension (People) - 24.11.2005

Sandy with his wife Doris and their son James and his family were given a special farewell from his colleagues and friends at a special occasion hosted by the Administrator and Mrs Hill.

14: Thank you to Donald ‘Worm’ Peters from CSO. - Ascension (People) - 24.11.2005

The CSO handyman,

15: Hash Trash - Hash# 1080 - Ascension (Sport) - 24.11.2005

Everyone gathered at the Generator Hut/Nasa Site for another entertaining Saturday afternoon, the weather was cool and crisp for our awaited journey.

16: Thank You - Ascension (Letters) - 24.11.2005

I would like through the Islander to thank those people who had the confidence in me and voted me back on the Ascension Island Council.

17: NABW @ Two Boats School - Ascension (People) - 24.11.2005

This week is National Anti Bullying Week at Two Boats School. Last Friday with the help of Mrs Yon the Year 10 students presented an assembly to the whole school to highlight issues relating to bullying including how to recognise it and what to do if they are being bullied in school.

18: Thank You - Ascension (Letters) - 24.11.2005

I would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone concerned for their hard work during the recent Election of the Ascension Island Council.

19: New Record for Arianespace - Ascension (Letters) - 24.11.2005

Whilst the rest of the island was in the grip of election fever, the Ariane staff at NE Bay were settling down for a record breaking launch mission.

20: Students from the UK Overseas Territories arrive in Cornwall - Ascension (People) - 24.11.2005

It is a far cry from the warm waters of the Caribbean or the South Atlantic, but the new Centre for Ecology and Conservation at the University of Exeter in Cornwall1 is currently hosting three post-graduate students from the UK Overseas Territories2.

21: THANK YOU - Ascension (Letters) - 24.11.2005

On behalf of St. Mary’s Church and the 1st Ascension Girlguiding I would like to take this opportunity to say a huge Thank You to all who helped in whatever way to make the dance on Saturday 19th November a successful one.

22: ASCENSION ISLAND SPORTS ASSOCIATION - Ascension (Sport) - 24.11.2005

Weekend Rounders Results

23: The Met Office Weather Report - Ascension (Met Office) - 17.11.2005

Statistics for the week ending Monday 14th November 2005

24: JOB VACANCY – CARPENTERS, WORKS & SERVICES - Ascension (Government) - 17.11.2005

The Ascension Island Government (AIG) is seeking two Carpenters for its Works & Services Department.

25: JOB VACANCEY - PAINTER - Ascension (Job Vacancy) - 17.11.2005

The Ascension Island Government (AIG) requires a Painter to work in the Works & Services Department.

26: Two Boats Club - Darts Eliminator Competition - Ascension (Sport) - 17.11.2005

Given his consistent improving accuracy, it was always going to be just a matter of time before Bronwyn won a Darts Eliminator Competition.

27: BUSINESS NEWS FROM St. HELENA - Ascension (Internet News) - 17.11.2005

BRITAIN is to spend £80m from its overseas aid budget to build an airport for wealthy tourists on the island of St Helena, one of its last colonial relics.

28: Church News - Ascension (Religion/Church) - 17.11.2005

First I would like to thank the Ascension Island Government for assisting with the seating arrangements, the RAF for the wreaths,

29: Cricket Results - Ascension (Sport) - 17.11.2005

Results from match played on Sunday 13th November

30: From The Editors - Ascension (Letters) - 17.11.2005

Yet another bumper edition for you to sink your teeth into. If you are a sport fan then this weeks newspaper will suit you to a tee!

31: Flipper Trophy Knockout Competition – The Final - Ascension (Sport) - 17.11.2005

Leroy “Heartbreaker” Hudson nets a hat trick as the Retards snatch the trophy from the Harts

32: Kids Klub - Ascension (Children's Corner) - 17.11.2005

Have you ever been really excited and had to wait for ages for something to happen and then all of a sudden it is here?

33: News From The Grotto - Thought For The Week - Ascension (Religion/Church) - 17.11.2005

This past week marked Remembrance or Veteran’s Day. This is the one special day of the year that we take a special few minutes to remember all those who served.

34: Letter To The Editor - WHAT IS ASCENSION TURNING INTO? - Ascension (Letters) - 17.11.2005

Wednesday of last week, Mr. Higgins kindly agreed for our “ROTOT” band to just have a “one-off” practice in the school hall to test our new equipment before the Charity Dance, that we are performing on 19th Nov to raise money for the Girl Guides and St. Mary’s Church.

35: Goodbye Mr Higgins - Ascension (People) - 17.11.2005

All the staff and children at Two Boats School would like to thank Head teacher Mr. Higgins for all his hard work over the last four years.

36: The ‘Flipper’ Trophy Tournament - In Memory of Andrew John Bennett. - Ascension (Sport) - 17.11.2005

Cable & Wireless would like to congratulate the Winners and Runners-up of the ‘Flipper’ Trophy Tournament which took place on Saturday 12th November 2005.

37: Thank You Letter From Jimmy, Joyce, Helena and Penelope Bennett - Ascension (Letters) - 17.11.2005

We would like to take this opportunity to say a very big thank you to everyone who helped in making the 'Flipper Football Competition' a success again this year.

38: RESPONSE TO ISLANDER RE AVIAN FLU - Ascension (Government) - 17.11.2005

The only instance of avian flu so far reaching the UK has been in a bird in quarantine.

39: Job Vacancey - COOK ASSISTANT REQUIRED - Ascension (Job Vacancy) - 17.11.2005

The RMS St Helena is looking to hire a suitably trained individual to bring its galley brigade back up to full strength.

40: Rounders - Ascension (Sport) - 17.11.2005

Results from weekend Sat 12th & Sun 13th November

41: Swarm Taekwondo Ascension Island - Ascension (Sport) - 17.11.2005

Swarm Taekwondo Ascension Island is proud to congratulate four of its students on passing their Dan grading.

42: The Met Office Weather Report - Ascension (Met Office) - 10.11.2005

Statistics for the week ending Monday 7th November 2005

43: St MARY’S CHURCH - Ascension (Religion/Church) - 10.11.2005

WEEK- END CELEBRATIONS.

44: You decide - Ascension (Letters) - 10.11.2005

Apathy should not be allowed to further erode our community’s enthusiasm for self-government.

45: Eds Page - Ascension (Letters) - 10.11.2005

Letters

46: Bonfire Night - Ascension (People) - 10.11.2005

Pictures of bonfire

47: A VOTER’S WISH - Ascension (Letters) - 10.11.2005

During the period leading up to Election Day there will no doubt be a lot of campaigning by the nominees for the Island Council.

48: Flipper Trophy Knockout Competition – Saturday 5th - Ascension (Sport) - 10.11.2005

Travellers rue missed chances as Harts go through

49: GENERAL ELECTION 2005 - FINAL REGISTER OF ELECTORS - 697 - Ascension (Government) - 10.11.2005

In light of the poor response in the submission of claims to be registered on the 2005 Register of Electors, the Registration Officer has exercised her discretion under Schedule 1 (Section 8)5(2)(a) of the Island Council (Ascension) Ordinance 2002 which gives authority to include the names of all eligible Ascension electors on the final Register.

50: Hash No. 1079 - Ascension (Sport) - 10.11.2005

Everyone gathered at the CSO One Boat site for this week’s hash.

51: SUCCESSFUL BEACH CLEAN-UP - Ascension (People) - 10.11.2005

Sunday saw volunteers from all parts of the Island taking part in the annual beach clean-up.

52: JACQUI ELLICK - Ascension (Letters) - 10.11.2005

ISLAND COUNCIL CAMPAIGN MESSAGE

53: Election Message - Ascension (Letters) - 10.11.2005

It is with great anticipation that I have decided to write this letter to all of you today.

54: MESSAGE FROM LAWSON HENRY - Ascension (Letters) - 10.11.2005

TO THE ELECTORATE OF ASCENSION ISLAND

55: News From The Grotto - Ascension (Religion/Church) - 10.11.2005

Thought For The Day

56: PLANNING NOTICE - Ascension (Letters) - 10.11.2005

Erection of a Temporary Wind Survey Mast / Construction of an additional window.

57: Election Manifestos, Geoff Jones - Ascension (Letters) - 10.11.2005

While I’m not particularly keen on standing upon a pedestal and shouting vote for me, if I want to get elected to the new council, and I do, I had better give you some reasons for putting a tick (or is it a cross?) against my name on election day.

58: Thank You - Ascension (Letters) - 10.11.2005

To EVERYONE who gave their time, efforts and donations and helped in anyway to make this years Bonfire Night go with a bang!

59: GENERAL ELECTION 2005: Who do you want to represent you? - Ascension (Letters) - 10.11.2005

The nominees for council are known and the island is braced for election fever but there are still loads of you wondering and pondering over who you should vote for.

60: Your Health this Week - Ascension (Education) - 10.11.2005

Breast Awareness

61: ASCENSION ISLAND SPORTS ASSOCIATION - Ascension (Sport) - 10.11.2005

Weekend Rounders Results / Weekend Cricket Matches

62: GOLF NEWS - Ascension (Sport) - 10.11.2005

2005 GOLF OPEN CHAMPIONSHIP

63: TWO BOATS CLUB CHILDREN’S HALLOWEEN PARTY - Ascension (Internet News) - 03.11.2005

Dressing up, taking part, having fun and lots to eat and drink was what the Two Boats Club Halloween Party

64: Church News - Ascension (Religion/Church) - 03.11.2005

It was a great joy to have the band in Church for the Harvest Festival last Sunday morning which added so much to this service of Thanksgiving,

65: Ladybird's Latest....... - Ascension (Internet News) - 03.11.2005

To young to party? Miss out on the fun? No way! We had a Halloween party of our own and what fun it was!

66: ASCENSION ISLAND STAGING POST FOR FALKLANDS LIBERATION - Ascension (Internet News) - 03.11.2005

On about 2nd April I was asked if I would like to stop briefly at either St Helena or Ascension Island.

67: New's From St.Helena - Ascension (Internet News) - 03.11.2005

It is Year 1 and 2’s turn to compile the School’s page for the Islander. We have decided to share some of our holiday activities with you.

68: From The Editors - Ascension (Letters) - 03.11.2005

Another bumper issue this week!

69: Football Debut for the “Banana Bunch” - Ascension (Sport) - 03.11.2005

On Sunday afternoon the “Banana Bunch”, the newest team to join the ranks of Ascension Footballers, made their debut on the Georgetown Field.

70: Flipper Trophy Knockout Competition Sat 29th & Sun 30th October - Ascension (Sport) - 03.11.2005

Within 30 seconds of the start Georgetown’s defence failed to clear the ball on their right, allowing man of the match Nigel “Cool” to cross to Ashley Lawrence, presenting him with a tap in chance from which he scored.

71: Hash Trash - Hash No: 1078 - Ascension (Sport) - 03.11.2005

A good crowd of hashers, including a few returnees after lengthy leaves, gathered at the Scout’s Beach Hut on Long Beach, ready to head off on a hash the hares had let slip was moderate to difficult.

72: GOLF NEWS . …… 2005 GOLF OPEN CHAMPIONSHIP. - Ascension (Sport) - 03.11.2005

38 PLAYERS TURNED OUT ON SUNDAY MORNING 30 OCTOBER TO DO BATTLE FOR THE SECOND ROUND QUALIFYING STAGE.

73: Right of Abode, why it did not occur during the first Council - Ascension (Internet News) - 03.11.2005

I think it is fair to state that three years ago most of Ascension’s Voters expected that right of abode would be made available at some point during the life time of Ascension’s

74: Ascension Representation at Overseas Territories Consultative Council - Ascension (Government) - 03.11.2005

I was nominated by the Island Council to attend the seventh OTCC, which was held in London from 18-19 October 2005.

75: District Weekend Rounders Results - Ascension (Sport) - 03.11.2005

Rounders results from Saturday 29th & Sunday 30th October