Articles published in November 2007
  49 articles published

1: News From The Grotto - Thought For The Week - Ascension (Religion/Church) - 29.11.2007

This past week, the Americans on the island celebrated Thanksgiving with a wonderful meal at the mess. I am sure that everyone who attended, from not only the base, but our many guests will join me in thanking the mess staff for putting so much effort into producing a meal to remember.

2: Kids Klub - Ascension (Children's Corner) - 29.11.2007

Before I begin. Well done al of you who took part in the Sponsored walk… I hope you raised lots of money for Children In need.

3: BROWNIE GUIDE ENROLLMENT - Ascension (People) - 29.11.2007

On Monday, November 19, 2007, the enrollment ceremony was held at the Children’s Church in Georgetown, for seven new Brownies. The girls proved that they were ready to be Brownie Guides and that they knew their Promise, Law and Motto.

4: News from St Mary's Church - Ascension (Religion/Church) - 29.11.2007

Dear All, Just after arriving on Ascension I was talking with some members of St. Mary’s congregation when the subject of St. Mary’s Vicarage was brought up. Checking through some of the Church records recently I came across this entry in one of the Registers :-

5: Hash No; 1184 - Ascension (Sport) - 29.11.2007

THIS IS THE HASH TRASH THAT SHOULD HAVE BEEN INCLUDED IN LAST WEEK’S ISLANDER.

6: Best Wishes Cohen - Ascension (Letters) - 29.11.2007

LISA WOULD LIKE TO THANK EVERYONE WHO ATTENDED AND MADE COHEN’S CHRISTENING A DAY TO REMEMBER.

7: VACANCY – GENERAL WORKER - Ascension (Job Vacancy) - 22.11.2007

The Ascension Island Government (AIG) has a vacancy for a General Worker. The post is within the Public Services Section of the Works & Services Department and reports directly to the Public Services Foreman.

8: From The Constable's Desk - Ascension (Law and Order) - 22.11.2007

Firstly, I would like to welcome the Chief of Police, Derek Thomas, who is on an Official Visit to the Detachment from the 15 November – 7 December.

9: Police Activity Report - Ascension (Law and Order) - 22.11.2007

The Police detachment had a relatively quiet week, except for four reports the police received and dealt with for the period of Monday 12th November to the 19th November

10: ASCENSION MAGISTRATES’ COURT - Ascension (Law and Order) - 22.11.2007

The following case was heard in the Magistrates’ Court last week:-

11: VACANCY – TEMPORARY CLEANER - Ascension (Job Vacancy) - 22.11.2007

The Ascension Island Government is seeking to recruit a temporary cleaner from 21 December 2007 to 11 February 2008 to cover a leave period.

12: A SPONSERED WALK IN AID OF CANCER AWARENESS – ST HELENA - Ascension (Internet News) - 22.11.2007

On behalf of the walkers of Two Boats School I would like to say a big thank to all who supported this worthy cause and make it a success.

13: New's From St. Mary's - Ascension (Religion/Church) - 22.11.2007

If you had been in the area of St. Mary’s earlier this week you will have noticed that St. Mary’s Church is being given a face lift. This is good news and better still this work it will not affect our church services.

14: From The Editors - Ascension (Letters) - 22.11.2007

Hi Readers, Hope you enjoy this weeks issue of the islander

15: Scouts Suck It and See - Ascension (Internet News) - 22.11.2007

It was a little busy at Two Boats Pool on Friday when 17 brave scouts put their trust in a group of people keen to see them spend a good 10 minutes or more at the bottom of the pool!

16: Tasty Tucker - Ascension (Internet News) - 22.11.2007

Tasty Tucker Menu & Opening Hours

17: Conservation Weekly - Ascension (Conservation) - 22.11.2007

The Conservation Department has had a few reports of a Sanderling been spotted around the island.

18: SHG Considering an Employment Policy for Legislation - Ascension (Government) - 22.11.2007

The St Helena Government is considering introducing employment policy for legislation for the Island, which will set out minimum standards for a contract of employment.

19: Sustainable Development Plan - Ascension (Government) - 22.11.2007

The St Helena Government has, today, released the St Helena Sustainable Development Plan.

20: Hello From The Reception Class At Two Boats School - Ascension (Education) - 22.11.2007

Reception Class At Two Boats School

21: Two Boats School - Children in Need Week - Ascension (Education) - 15.11.2007

Friday 16th November is Children in Need Day and in school we will be taking part in a number of activities –

22: FIRST ASCENSION ISLAND SCOUT GROUP - Bonfire Night & Fireworks - Ascension (People) - 15.11.2007

We hope everyone enjoyed Friday Night’s entertainment down at the Football Pitch.

23: CHRISTENING THANKS - Ascension (Letters) - 15.11.2007

Christabel & Midgie would like to send special thanks to the following people who helped to make Pyper’s christening a memorable day.

24: From St Mary's Church - Ascension (Religion/Church) - 15.11.2007

Dear All, It was wonderful having our band for the Family Service on Sunday Morning and Dawn helping out once again.

25: From The Editors Page - Ascension (Letters) - 15.11.2007

Very best wishes to Wayne and Suelaine from all at the Islander; congratulations to you both.

26: CONGRATULATIONS - Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Crowie - Ascension (Letters) - 15.11.2007

The marriage of Suelaine Green and Wayne Crowie took place at St. Mary’s Church, Georgetown, on Saturday 10th November 2007.

27: News From The Grotto - Thought For The Day - Ascension (Religion/Church) - 15.11.2007

Remembrance Day Sunday - On November 11th of every year, we celebrate Remembrance, or Veteran’s Day.

28: HASH TRASH - Hash No: 1183 - Ascension (Sport) - 15.11.2007

The hounds gathered at the Bullocks Pond parking area. Although we’re glad that Fluffy has found some companions, her company is missed by us humans!

29: Kids Klub - Ascension (Children's Corner) - 15.11.2007

So for anyone in year 5 and 6 who didn’t do their homework on Fireworks last week, What was your excuse?

30: Band of the Royal Gibraltar Regiment Visit to Ascension - Ascension (Letters) - 15.11.2007

The Island has bid a fond farewell to its visitors from Gibraltar this week after what has for them been a voyage of discovery.

31: Conservation Weekly - Ascension (Conservation) - 15.11.2007

RSPB Bird Researcher on Ascension

32: Royal Gibraltar Band Volunteers For Conservation - Ascension (Internet News) - 08.11.2007

Last Wednesday The Royal Gibraltar Band helped the Conservation Department with a beach cleanup and path clearing.

33: Pirates Of The South Atlanticc - Ascension (Children's Corner) - 08.11.2007

Yo Ho Ho and a bottle of juice!

34: Diesel fuel specification - Ascension (Internet News) - 08.11.2007

Diesel fuel distributed on Ascension Island by VT Communications is supplied to be compatible with our Power Station requirement.

35: ASCENSION ISLAND PUBLIC CONSULTATION DOCUMENT - Ascension (Government) - 08.11.2007

When the Island Council Ordinance was suspended I said that we wanted to canvass public opinion in our work towards the restoration of democratic arrangements on Ascension.

36: Two Boats Club Sports - Ascension (Sport) - 08.11.2007

Eleven teams took part in the Euchre Tournament. On request from many of the players, a new system of play was attempted as half of the competing teams simply failed to play each other within the “14 game rotating system”.

37: Hash Trash - Hash No: 1182 - Ascension (Sport) - 08.11.2007

Although it took Yeti and Desert Rose a bit of trouble finding the rest of the pack, they eventually caught up with us all at Upper Valley Crater.

38: News From The Grotto - Thought Of The Week - Ascension (Religion/Church) - 08.11.2007

This past week, we received the sad news of the passing of a young woman on St. Helena, Caroline Beard.

39: Fire Department Kabul Afghanistan International Airport - Ascension (People) - 08.11.2007

Patrick Keith George, son of the late Mr. Eric M. George MBE and Mrs. Ivy George was born and raised on St. Helena.

40: From St Mary's Church - Ascension (Religion/Church) - 01.11.2007

Dear Friends. HARVEST FESTIVAL. ALL GOOD GIFTS AROUND US, ARE SENT FROM HEAVEN ABOVE, THEN THANK THE LORD, O THANK THE LORD, FOR ALL HIS LOVE.

41: TWO BOATS CLUB - DARTS LEAGUE 2007 - Ascension (Sport) - 01.11.2007

The Darts League is well and truly on its way; nine teams are competing.

42: From The Editors - Ascension (Letters) - 01.11.2007

Hello Readers. Hope you all enjoy this edition, quite a big one this week!.

43: The Big Stride - Every Step For Every Man - Ascension (People) - 01.11.2007

The runway walk/stride/ride or run event in support of the Everyman Male Cancer Campaign was a huge success.

44: News From The Grotto - Thought For The Week - Ascension (Religion/Church) - 01.11.2007

This past weekend was certainly a busy one on Ascension Island. There were all kinds of activities going on, most requiring fancy dress.

45: Hash No: 1180 - Ascension (Sport) - 01.11.2007

First, apologies from the hash scribe for forgetting to put in the location of this hash in last week’s Islander.

46: Hash No: 1181 - Ascension (Sport) - 01.11.2007

A very special hash awaited the hounds this week; especially for Hallowe’en it was full of thrills and chills!!

47: Consevation Weekly - Ascension (Conservation) - 01.11.2007

Unusual Visitor at the Residency

48: Congratulations - Ascension (People) - 01.11.2007

Paul and Catherine Knowles were overjoyed to welcome their daughter,

49: THANK YOU - Ascension (People) - 01.11.2007

Joyce, Jimmy, Penny, Anthony & Emma and Helena would like to thank Cable & Wireless for organising the Flipper Cup Tournament 2007 in memory of Andrew.