Articles published in July 2006
  37 articles published

1: Buried Treasure Discovered - Ascension (Internet News) - 27.07.2006

A handmade ceramic Prussian Schnapps bottle believed to be dated mid Eighteenth century has been found off the Pier head, near the harbour moorings.

2: Endemic Shrimps of Ascension - Ascension (Internet News) - 27.07.2006

There are 74 species of crustaceans known around Ascension, of which 14 are endemic.

3: Church News - Ascension (Religion/Church) - 27.07.2006

Feeling tired after a hard day's work we look forward to going home, put our feet up and enjoy a well earned rest.

4: Hash Trash - Hash No. 1115 - Ascension (Sport) - 27.07.2006

PanAm Beach Hut was the site for this week’s hash.

5: David Higgins' Back in the South Atlantic - Falklands (Education) - 27.07.2006

David Higgins, who left his post i the Falklands to take up one at Two Boats School on Ascension Island, is back in the Falklands for another stint as head teacher at the Community School.

6: Conversation Weekly - Ascension (Internet News) - 20.07.2006

This week we have a message from our visitor from Kew Gardens who is volunteering with us for 3 weeks.

7: UK CHAGOS SUPPORT ASSOCIATION. - Ascension (Internet News) - 20.07.2006

The government has decided not to accept yet another High Court ruling that their action in exiling the Chagossians was irrational, unlawful and repugnant.

8: PRESS RELEASE - ACCESS PROJECT UPDATE - ISSUE OF INVITATION TO TENDER DOCUMENTATION - Ascension (Internet News) - 20.07.2006

The Invitation to Tender (ITT) documentation for the design, build and operation of an airport on Prosperous Bay Plain, St Helena has this week, been issued to the three pre-qualified contractors:-

9: Sports Relief 2006 - Ascension Island - Ascension (Internet News) - 20.07.2006

Thank you to all those who turned out on Saturday morning and helped to raise £110.00 which has been sent to Sport Relief 2006.

10: Church News - Ascension (Religion/Church) - 20.07.2006

We know that there are some people in the world who are reluctant to accept positions of responsibility which, in their opinion, is best left to the professionals.

11: News From The Grotto - Thought For The Week - Ascension (Religion/Church) - 20.07.2006

In this week’s Gospel, we hear of how Jesus sent his apostles out in groups of two to start working in His name.

12: Letter From Georgie Benjamin - Ascension (Letters) - 20.07.2006

Out of consideration for others and as a matter of course most people will clear up their rubbish when picnicking or having a BBQ in a public place.

13: Birthday Greetings to Josh O'Neil - Ascension (People) - 20.07.2006

HAPPY 4TH BIRTHDAY TO OUR SPECIAL LITTLE BOY JOSH O'NEIL FOR TUESDAY

14: Hash Trash - Hash No: 1114 - Ascension (Sport) - 20.07.2006

The hounds collected at the Traveller’s Gym car park, eager to set out on this week’s hash.

15: TEMPORARY PAINTER REQUIRED FOR - Ascension (Job Vacancy) - 20.07.2006

The Ascension Island Government (AIG) urgently requires a temporary Painter to work in the Works & Services Department for a period of one month in the first instance.

16: ACCOUNTS / ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT - Ascension (Job Vacancy) - 20.07.2006

Serco Aerospace has a vacancy for a Accounts/Administrative Clerk at Ascension Island Base.

17: POL Operative - Ascension (Job Vacancy) - 20.07.2006

Serco Defence & Aerospace has a vacancy for a POL Operative at Ascension Island Base.

18: Ascension Calls for Residency Rights - St Helena (Commerce) - 16.07.2006

In this BBC Transcript Several Islanders - Councillors and a former Administrator set the record straight about right of abode on Ascension Island. Thanks to St. Helena Herald.

19: Church News - Ascension (Religion/Church) - 13.07.2006

It is a wonderful feeling to welcome someone back you haven't seen for a number of years and to listen to their experiences and what they achieved.

20: Congratulations To Linda and Craig - Ascension (People) - 13.07.2006

Congratulations Linda & Craig on the birth of your son Damon William George

21: Hash Trash - Hash No: 1113 - Ascension (Sport) - 13.07.2006

The promise of a “special” hash in honour of Short’n’Sweet’s last hash with us kept the younger hashers at home, and had the intrepid hounds sweating before we even started off.

22: Planning Notices - Ascension (Government) - 13.07.2006

The Director of Technical Services has received the following planning application: Erect a Satellite Dish Antenna at the BBC World Service Atlantic Relay Station Site at English Bay.

23: Vacancy - Cleaners For Two Boats School - Ascension (Job Vacancy) - 13.07.2006

The Ascension Island Government is urgently in need of the services of two cleaners.

24: Death Notice: David Nicholls - All (Military) - 07.07.2006

One of the South Atlantic's best known and energetic supporters has died in Scotland.

25: New's From St. Mary's - Ascension (Religion/Church) - 06.07.2006

What a pleasure it is to be writing the Church page this week. I do hope you all had a great weekend deciding on what to do and where to go etc… Decisions, Decisions, Decisions………….

26: News From The Grotto - Thought Of The Week - Ascension (Religion/Church) - 06.07.2006

This past weekend was certainly a busy one for many on the island. Friday night saw the Summer Ball at the RAF mess,

27: From The Editors - Ascension (Letters) - 06.07.2006

Hello Avid Readers, We hope you all had a good weekend,

28: Messages To The Islander - Ascension (Letters) - 06.07.2006

Rachel and Rob Handford would like to thank all of our friends that came up to Two Boats Club for our farewell drinks.

29: Thank You From Lyn & Eileen - Ascension (Letters) - 06.07.2006

We would like to take this opportunity to thank all our family and friends for attending and helping us celebrate our 30th,Wedding Anniversary

30: Harold Henry Retires - Ascension (People) - 06.07.2006

Last Tuesday Farewell drinks were held for Harold Henry, who officially retired from AIG as Works Office Supervisor on Friday 30th June.

31: Thank You From Christabel & Midgie - Ascension (People) - 06.07.2006

Christabel & Midgie would like to Express their Thanks to all their Friends and Family on Ascension & abroad

32: Inspectors Desk - Ascension (Law and Order) - 06.07.2006

First of all I would like to say how thrilled I am to be back on the island. It gives me great pleasure in working, with the community and through the developing changes of the island.

33: Blasting Operation - A Success - Ascension (Government) - 06.07.2006

Shortly after the arrival of the Queen Atlantis in January, it was discovered that below the surface of the water near the landing were rocks that could be a hindrance to the boat due to the modified draft.

34: MEETING OF THE ASCENSION ISLAND COUNCIL HELD ON 26 June 2006 - Ascension (Government) - 06.07.2006

The meeting was opened by Governor Clancy via teleconference link and extended his congratulation to Mrs Raxa Sukhtankar on her award of an OBE.

35: AIG Coxswains Gain Class 11 Boatmasters Licence - Ascension (Government) - 06.07.2006

Earlier this year the following personnel from AIG Marine Section was awarded Class 11 Boatmasters Licence issued by Marine Coastguard Agency in the UK

36: Conservation Tours - Ascension (Government) - 06.07.2006

The recently created Green Mountain Endemic Plant Centre is in the process of successfully propagating all of the 6 plant species endemic to Ascension.

37: CONSERVATION TOURS - Ascension (Education) - 06.07.2006

Green Mountain, the highest peak on the island, is covered by a wide variety of tropical vegetation and spectacular views. There is a web of interesting paths amidst the vegetation.