Articles published in March 2006
  72 articles published

1: Letter To The Editors - Ascension (Letters) - 30.03.2006

Keith and Anne would like to thank our daughter Cheryl and son-in-law Mike and our grandchildren for a wonderful holiday spent on the Ascension Island.

2: Church News - Ascension (Religion/Church) - 30.03.2006

Last Sunday at our Mothering Sunday Service St. Mary’s Church was packed to capacity with a congregation of 176.

3: Fund Raising In Aid Of Cub Scouts - Ascension (Internet News) - 30.03.2006

A big thank you to everyone who supported the dance and raffle in aid of the Cub Scouts.

4: From The Editors - Ascension (Letters) - 30.03.2006

Another bumper edition to feast your eyes on, there should be something for everybody this week as there is so much to read about.

5: Golf News - Ascension (Sport) - 30.03.2006

This forthcoming Sunday the 2nd April 2006, the golf club will be hosting the Saints Club Annual Texas Scramble, three person team event over 18 holes, this will be stableford scoring system, 9/32 of total handicap, with a shotgun start at 0830hrs sharp.

6: Freight Handling Rates - Ascension (Government) - 30.03.2006

In June 2005, AIG reduced freight handling rates on Ascension, to be readdressed at 31 March 2006.

7: News From The Grotto - Thought For The Week - Ascension (Religion/Church) - 30.03.2006

This weekend marked Mothering Sunday, the day to remember our mothers and all mothers around the world. Since Lent is a time of reflection and sacrifice,

8: Hash Trash - Hash No: 1098 - Ascension (Sport) - 30.03.2006

The hares would like to thank J. Edgar for all his (ahem!) assistance this week – apparently he will go to any lengths to get out of helping them set the hash

9: Ladybirds keep smiling! - Ascension (People) - 30.03.2006

As our second visitor in our project – “People Who Help Us” the Ladybirds had a visit from Johnny Hobson the Dentist and his dog Dugan.

10: Free Dentures - Ascension (Internet News) - 30.03.2006

The Clinic has just received from the UK, a batch of second hand Full and Partial Acrylic Dentures.

11: Update On Ascension's Water Supplies - Ascension (Internet News) - 30.03.2006

The repair project to re-tube the first stages of both distillation plants has been completed successfully and our water production capacity has been restored to normal.

12: Football Results - Ascension (Sport) - 30.03.2006

Results from the Jimmy Lawrence Knockout and District Competitions

13: ASCENSION MAGISTRATES’ COURT - Ascension (Law and Order) - 30.03.2006

WILLIAM STUART LEECE, aged 36, a Fire Fighter employed by Serco Aerospace, appeared in the Ascension Magistrates’ Court

14: Tourist Ship Aleksey Maryshev Visits Ascension - Ascension (Internet News) - 30.03.2006

Not exactly a cruise liner to look at, but serving the same function for the intrepid passengers on board.

15: The Cruise Season Continues - Ascension (Internet News) - 30.03.2006

Early last Friday morning the Glasgow registered liner, Hebridean Spirit anchored off Ascension Island

16: BEDFORD HOUSE – ASBESTOS REMOVAL - Ascension (Government) - 30.03.2006

In December 2005 a survey of Bedford House was carried out by the Royal Engineers.

17: Church News - Ascension (Religion/Church) - 23.03.2006

Being a mother is not all that easy as we all well know.

18: Editors Page - Ascension (Internet News) - 23.03.2006

A bumper Islander this week, with lots going on.

19: News From The Grotto - Ascension (Religion/Church) - 23.03.2006

This past Sunday many of the island residents participated in the Runway Dash.

20: The Met Office Weather Report - Ascension (Met Office) - 23.03.2006

The dry spell certainly ended abruptly on Sunday,

21: MISS ASCENSION 2006 PAGEANT - Ascension (People) - 23.03.2006

LADIES Ladies 15 to 35 years

22: Job Advert - Solomons - Ascension (Job Vacancy) - 23.03.2006

Are you looking for a challenging and rewarding job?

23: Job Vacancy - Ascension (Government) - 23.03.2006

Job Vacancy Two Boats School

24: Kids Klub - Ascension (Children's Corner) - 23.03.2006

It’s back again – sports on the T.V. ..The Commonwealth Games.

25: HASH TRASH 1098 - Ascension (People) - 23.03.2006

A hardy bunch of hasher’s,( including a welcome return of “Ultra Sonic”) assembled in front of the Welfare Shop

26: ASCENSION ISLAND GREEN TURTLES…...UPDATE - Ascension (Letters) - 23.03.2006

Well, another year goes by and we are lucky enough to return to Ascension for the 8th year to study the world famous Ascension Island green turtles.

27: Ascension Island Council - Ascension (Letters) - 23.03.2006

The Elected Members of the Island Council read with interest and disappointment the letter from an anonymous sender last week.

28: The Runway Dash - Ascension (People) - 23.03.2006

The Runway Dash on Sunday 19th March organised by Steve Roulston and SERCO in aid of Two Boats School

29: Rock Fishing Tournament - Ascension (Religion/Church) - 23.03.2006

Trophies for the most fish caught, Largest Grouper and Eel

30: Cable & Wireless Press Release - Ascension (Letters) - 23.03.2006

150 Cable & Wireless leaders discuss Teamwork, Customer Experience and Innovation at Global Summit in Barbados

31: Literature and Poetry - World Poetry Day - Ascension (Education) - 23.03.2006

At a time when poetry is flourishing, this day could provide an occasion for activities and efforts carried out at different levels to support poetry.

32: Two Boats Pool Closure Possibility - Ascension (Government) - 23.03.2006

The Public are advised that while VT Merlin is currently supplementing the Island water supply from reserve tanks, it is prudent to cut non-essential use wherever possible.

33: Public Letter - Ascension (Letters) - 23.03.2006

With reference to the letter in last week’s Islander (Issue 1783) from the anonymous observer,

34: Hash Trash - Hash 1096 - Ascension (Sport) - 16.03.2006

The gathering place this week was NASA Sheds, we got into a late start today and even later after waiting for Uncle Fester to decide if he was going to wear his hash boots or not.

35: Turtle Rescue - Ascension (Internet News) - 16.03.2006

"Jacqui and her bunch of volunteers do a great job on a daily basis rescuing turtles

36: Church News - Ascension (Religion/Church) - 16.03.2006

It is wonderful when we meet up with someone who has come to Ascension Island to see for themselves where a relative or a friend of theirs had spent a part of their working life.

37: Ascension Island Sports Association - Ascension (Sport) - 16.03.2006

District Football Weekend Results

38: From The Editors - Ascension (Letters) - 16.03.2006

Well it’s not a lot to say about this week’s edition of the Islander. The Runway Dash is scheduled to take place on Sunday 19th March so that looks to be fun, lets hope nobody doesn’t get hurt.

39: Extract From Letter Received From Mr Roger Huxley - Ascension (Letters) - 16.03.2006

“I have been following the saga whereby the British Government is reneging on its recent policies of democratising the island; allowing people to own properties; and to operate businesses.

40: Golf Club News - Ascension (Sport) - 16.03.2006

Last Sunday the 12th of March, the club hosted the Presidents Prizes, this was a 18 hole 2 person scramble, 17 teams took part, which was a good turnout for the day,

41: News From The Grotto - Thought Of The Week - Ascension (Religion/Church) - 16.03.2006

“With God on our side who can be against us?” With these few words, St. Paul sums up one of the basic tenets of our life.

42: Update On Ascension's Water Supplies - Ascension (Internet News) - 16.03.2006

Following the failure of one of our distillers last year, a repair project was set up to start at the beginning of this month.

43: Plannng Notices For VT Communications & Cable & Wireless - Ascension (Government) - 16.03.2006

Application for: Provide Bund to Active Tank and associated works.

44: RIGHT TO ABODE – AN OBSERVERS PERSPECTIVE - Ascension (Letters) - 16.03.2006

I have observed with great interest the right to abode debate, the election of a new council and have followed the writings in the Islander lately.

45: 1ST ASCENSION GIRLGUIDING WORLD THINKING DAY - Ascension (People) - 16.03.2006

The 1st Ascension Girlguiding Units celebrated their World Thinking Day at the Saint’s Beach Hut on 22nd February.

46: GUIDES PANCAKE DAY - Ascension (People) - 16.03.2006

The Guides cooked their pancakes at the Two Boats School during their half-term holiday.

47: VACANCY FOR TEMPORARY CLASSROOM ASSISTANT - Ascension (Government) - 09.03.2006

The Ascension Island Government (AIG) requires a temporary Part-time Classroom Assistant for a period of approximately a month from 13 March until 07 April 2006 to work at Two Boats School.

48: CAT TRAPPING AT DEVIL’S ASHPIT & PINES - Ascension (Government) - 09.03.2006

Signs of cat activity have been discovered around the Devil’s Ashpit area and soft-catch traps have been set around the area.

49: From The Editor - Ascension (Letters) - 09.03.2006

Thought we’d have a sporty feel this week as the Winter Olympics has just taken place, also Melbourne, Australia will be hosting the Commonwealth Games next week, and Two Boats School have been looking at the Olympics as well!

50: Golf News - Ascension (Sport) - 09.03.2006

Last sunday 5 Mar 06, the monthly medal was held, this was played in very hot conditions with very little wind during the morning period.

51: Hash No: 1095 – Rastafarian Hash!! - Ascension (Sport) - 09.03.2006

The on-on for today’s special hash was the Klinka Klub. Most hashers arrived all decked out in their dreads and braids and colourful clothing, all ready for the Rastafarian – Bob Marley Hash.

52: News From The Grotto - Thought For The Week - Ascension (Religion/Church) - 09.03.2006

In the first reading, from the very first book of the bible, Genesis, we are told of God’s covenant with Noah, after He had saved Noah from the waters of the flood.

53: Kids Klub - Ascension (Children's Corner) - 09.03.2006

Did you know that this month is Veggie Month?

54: Notice to Shippers of Vehicles from UK Ports - Ascension (Internet News) - 09.03.2006

Due to the Security Restrictions at all major ports we advise that it is not permissible for cargo including Personal Effects / baggage (other than equipment related to the vehicle) to be carried in vehicles exported or imported.

55: Church News - Ascension (Religion/Church) - 09.03.2006

Our Family Service this month will take place on Sunday 26 March, Mothering Sunday.

56: Island Council Response to Russell Yon's Letter Published Last Week - Ascension (Letters) - 09.03.2006

In response to a letter from Russell Yon, US Base published in last week’s Islander, the elected members of the Ascension Island Council wish to take the opportunity to rectify some of the misinterpretations and misunderstanding surrounding recent events.

57: Public Letter From Councillor Cyril Leo - Ascension (Letters) - 09.03.2006

I have no personal desire to gain right of abode on Ascension. Yet, as a Councillor I have a responsibility to represent the interests of the residents that have informed me that they, given the opportunity, would appreciate the offer of right of abode and right to purchase property.

58: Vacancey - CUSTOMER SERVICES ASSISTANT - Ascension (Job Vacancy) - 09.03.2006

ESS is looking for Customer Services Assistants to work at Travellers Hill and associated areas in Ascension Island.

59: Full-spec company network for under a grand - S.Atlantic (Children's Corner) - 02.03.2006

inONE revolutionises SME market with IT department in a box. MPs, Lords and business chiefs on the 1st March in the Parliament of Westminster were introduced to a startling “office in a box” innovation.

60: The Met Office Weather Report - Ascension (Met Office) - 02.03.2006

Statistics for the week ending Monday 27th Feb 2006

61: Birthday Greetings - Ascension (People) - 02.03.2006

Birthday Greetings to Corey Anthony

62: From The Editors - Ascension (Letters) - 02.03.2006

Yet another bumper edition. This one seems to have everything you need to know about turtles but of course it doesn’t mention all the dolphins a few of us saw at Spire Buoy just off English Bay the other day whilst diving!!! Just in case you hadn’t heard.

63: Thanks From Jasmine Handford - Ascension (Letters) - 02.03.2006

Please say a big THANK YOU to everyone who made my 10th Birthday Party so enjoyable.

64: Tales from Green Mountain - Blue Dragon (Part Three) - Ascension (Children's Corner) - 02.03.2006

The day of the Meeting arrived. All of the dragons were there. The Dragon King provided a feast in his cave and asked the other dragons what they thought about the strange fire.

65: News From The Grotto - Thought For The Week - Ascension (Religion/Church) - 02.03.2006

It seems strange that in the opening prayer we asked the Lord to guide us in the course of world events, and of serving Him in freedom.

66: Hash Trash - Hash No: 1094 - Ascension (Sport) - 02.03.2006

The gathering place this week was Zymotic, Georgetown where we were promised an eventful afternoon.

67: News From One Boat Golf Club - Ascension (Sport) - 02.03.2006

This Sunday the 5th Mar 06, we will be holding the March Monthly Medal Competition, this will start at approx 0815hrs, sign up on the club notice board.

68: News From St. Mary's - Ascension (Religion/Church) - 02.03.2006

It is almost that time again when we will be looking for people to put themselves forward for nomination to serve on the Parochial Church Council for the ensuing year.

69: ASCENSION ISLAND SPORTS ASSOCIATION - Ascension (Sport) - 02.03.2006

THE JIMMY LAWRENCE KNOCKOUT CUP COMPETITION - WEEKEND RESULTS

70: Presentation of Plaque to the Heritage society - Ascension (Internet News) - 02.03.2006

Whilst John and Jane Bingeman were on their annual trip to Ascension, they made a presentation to the Ascension Island Heritage Society,

71: Letter From Russell Yon - Ascension (Letters) - 02.03.2006

The Islander dated 9th February 2006 carried a letter from the second Island Council on how they have had more consultation and dialogue with the public and addressed issues that arose from the UK Government’s decisions on the right of abode and the tenure of property.

72: Annual 10 Mile And Mini Sponsored Walk - Ascension (Internet News) - 02.03.2006

May I take this opportunity in thanking all who participated in both walks/run.