Articles published in February 2008
  46 articles published

1: From St Mary's Church - Ascension (Religion/Church) - 28.02.2008

Dear Readers, On behalf of St Mary’s Church, I would like to thank Serco Defence and Aerospace for the sum of £500.00 (five hundred pounds), which was generously donated to the Ascension Day Fair Fund on Wednesday 20th February 2008.

2: From the Editors - Ascension (Letters) - 28.02.2008

Hello Readers, Trust that you all will enjoy this weeks edition – Its good to see donations coming in towards the ADF. Have a great week, Anna & Stephen

3: Sixgill Shark - Ascension (Letters) - 28.02.2008

On Thursday, 21st February, a sixgill shark (Hexanchus griseus) weighing over 500 kgs was caught by Mr Wolfram Ludovic on board the “Shannon Rae” skippered by Sam Arms.

4: 1ST ASCENSION GIRLGUIDING UNITS’ THINKING DAY 2008 - Ascension (People) - 28.02.2008

Let me first of all introduce ourselves…………The 1st Ascension Girlguiding Unit consists of 15 Guides, 2 Young Leaders, Guider and 2 Unit Helpers, 7 Brownies; Brown Owl, Woodsey Owl, Barn Owl and 7 Rainbows, Rainbow Leader and Unit Helper.

5: Rainbows - Turtle Watching - Ascension (People) - 28.02.2008

Rainbows were captivated at the wonderful sight of the huge Green Turtles laying their eggs in the sand at Long Beach.

6: CONSULTATION DOCUMENT ON THE FUTURE OF ASCENSION ISLAND COUNCIL - Ascension (Government) - 28.02.2008

Over the past few months there has been a great deal of necessary discussion about the future governance of this island.

7: ASCENSION ISLAND GOVERNMENT - Ascension (Government) - 28.02.2008

EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST – TWO BOATS GARDEN ALLOTMENTS

8: Kids Klub - Ascension (Children's Corner) - 28.02.2008

Tomorrow is a special day which isn’t celebrated very often – because we don‘t have a leap day very often – in fact only once every four years.

9: Two Boats School Vacancies - Ascension (Job Vacancy) - 28.02.2008

Two Boats School serves all children on Ascension Island between the ages of 3 and 16. There are currently 110 children on roll.

10: News From Two Boats Club - Ascension (Internet News) - 21.02.2008

SUNDAY 02 MARCH - MOTHERING SUNDAY TREAT YOUR MUM TO A SPECIAL SUNDAY AFTERNOON TEA

11: Saints Club Entertainment - Ascension (Internet News) - 21.02.2008

SATURDAY 23RD FEBRUARY 2008 – MIXED MUSIC YOUR DJ SMUDGE

12: UK CHAGOS SUPPORT ASSOCIATION. - Ascension (Internet News) - 21.02.2008

Olivier Bancoult, leader of the CRG in Mauritius, was invited to give Oral Evidence to the Foreign Affairs Committee (of MPs) which he did, accompanied by Richard Gifford,

13: Valentine's Ball At Saints Club - Ascension (Internet News) - 21.02.2008

Last Saturday saw the Valentine’s Ball at the Saints Members Club. Officials of the club would like to thank everyone

14: News From St. Marys - Ascension (Religion/Church) - 21.02.2008

Dear Readers, I hope you all had a nice week.

15: Letters To The Islander - Ascension (Letters) - 21.02.2008

read & enjoyed your article. I am an American working as aConstruction Manager and I was on Ascension during 1995-96 during the building of a Power & Desalinization Plant as a young electrical superintendent.

16: Thank You From Hannah - Ascension (Letters) - 21.02.2008

To all my friends for helping me celebrate my 6th Birthday on Friday.

17: Messages From Our Guest Book - Ascension (Letters) - 21.02.2008

Hi, I leave in Costa Rica, Central America and I have been always very interested in the Ascension and Santa Helena islands

18: Birthday Greetings To Shyann - Ascension (People) - 21.02.2008

To a very special daughter & sister Shyann Brooke

19: Birthday Greeting To Caitlin - Ascension (People) - 21.02.2008

To a very special daughter & sister Caitlin Ann

20: Shaun and Claire Says Thanks - Ascension (People) - 21.02.2008

Shaun and Claire Scipio would like to say a big THANKYOU to all who

21: Farewell Tania - from the 1st Ascension Girl Guides and Leaders - Ascension (People) - 21.02.2008

Tuesday 12th Feb, the 1st Ascension Girl Guides said Thank You and Good-Bye to Tania Maggott over a meal at the snack bar

22: Girl Guides, Ascension World Thinking Day Friday 22 February 2008 - Ascension (People) - 21.02.2008

Girl Guiding on Ascension will be celebrating World Thinking Day on Friday 22 February from 10 - 12.30 at Two Boats pool.

23: THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU - Ascension (People) - 21.02.2008

Firstly, on behalf of Santa and his Friends I would like to THANK all those who helped to make the 15th Dec 07 a happy and enjoyable day,

24: Hash Trash - Hash No: 1197 - Ascension (Sport) - 21.02.2008

It was another lovely Saturday afternoon as we all gathered at a rather windy VC beer garden.

25: Ascension Island Government: Property and Business Policy - Ascension (Government) - 21.02.2008

This policy has been written to provide a basis for transparent and consistent practice in relation to:-

26: Public Notice - Lifebuoys - Ascension (Government) - 21.02.2008

It has recently come to the attention of the Ascension Island Government (AIG) Fire & Sea Rescue Service (F&SRS) of inappropriate use of the “Lifebuoys” provided in public swimming areas, in particular Georgetown pool.

27: Public Notice - Ascension (Government) - 21.02.2008

The Ascension Island Government (AIG) Fire & Sea Rescue Service (F&SRS) would like to respectfully remind members of the public and others,

28: Public Notice - PUBLIC CONSULTATION: DRAFT PROPERTY AND BUSINESS POLICY - Ascension (Government) - 21.02.2008

Comments are sought from people living and working on Ascension Island on the attached Draft Property and Business Policy.

29: Turtle Tours - Ascension (Conservation) - 21.02.2008

You can book at the Conservation Centre on Ext.6359

30: Conservation Weekly - Ascension (Conservation) - 21.02.2008

The Conservation Department would like to extend its thanks to Fiona Steel.

31: News From The Grotto - Thought For The Week - Ascension (Religion/Church) - 14.02.2008

1st Sunday of Lent - Today is the first Sunday of Lent. It seems like Christmas just got over, and here we are, getting ready for Easter.

32: News from St Mary's Church - Ascension (Religion/Church) - 14.02.2008

I will be leaving for the United Kingdom on Thursday 14 February and return on Wednesday 27 February.

33: From The Editors - Ascension (Letters) - 14.02.2008

Hello All, Hope everyone has had a good week.

34: ASCENSION ISLAND VOLLEYBALL INVITATIONAL - Ascension (Sport) - 14.02.2008

The Volcano Club, U.S. Base, is organizing a one day volleyball competition, to take place on Sunday, February 24th.2008, starting at 12:30p.m.

35: Reiki News on Ascension Island - Ascension (Sport) - 14.02.2008

What is Reiki? Reiki is a method of stress reduction and relaxation that also promotes healing.

36: One Boat Golf Club News - Ascension (Sport) - 14.02.2008

Last sunday the Golf Club held a three person Texas Scramble, seven teams turned out for this competition although the first nine holes were played in very hot and humid conditions,

37: ACCESS PROJECT PRESS RELEASE - UPDATE ON AIR SERVICE PROVIDER - Ascension (Government) - 14.02.2008

Early in 2007, we announced that out of a total of seven companies who responded to our contract notice for an Air Service Provider for St Helena, three companies were shortlisted and asked to provide more detailed proposals.

38: Press Release (St Helena) - Appointment of Acting Chief Secretary - Ascension (Government) - 14.02.2008

Governor Gurr has appointed Ethel Yon OBE, Deputy Chief Secretary, to be Acting Chief Secretary.

39: VACANCIES WITHIN THE ASCENSION POLICE DETACHMENT - Ascension (Government) - 14.02.2008

Special Police Constables - The Ascension Island Police Detachment wishes to recruit part- time Special Police Constables.

40: Two Boats School - Ascension (Education) - 14.02.2008

Year 8 have been looking at the effects of drugs, smoking and alcohol on people and have written this article

41: Conservation Weekly - Training was a Success! - Ascension (Conservation) - 14.02.2008

Tools Training as part of the EU Invasive Species Project went very well. Courses covered maintenance and usage of woodchippers, chainsaws, and brushcutters.

42: News From The Grotto - Thought Of The Week - Ascension (Religion/Church) - 07.02.2008

As some people are aware, the Ascension Island Heritage Society is planning a Day of Remembrance in commemoration of the contribution of the Americans to the history of Ascension Island.

43: News From St.Marys - Ascension (Religion/Church) - 07.02.2008

Lent recalls the forty days that Jesus spent in the desert to fast, pray and reflect before embarking on his mission to bring the Good News to the world.

44: Brithday Greetings To Shelly - Ascension (People) - 07.02.2008

Happy 13th Birthday Shelly!!

45: Public Notice - AIG Fire & Sea Rescue Service - Ascension (Government) - 07.02.2008

The Ascension Island Government (AIG) Fire & Sea Rescue Service (F&SRS) wish to inform members of the public of a procedural change in place with immediate effect regarding the receiving of information relating to “Emergency Incidents” requiring their attendance.

46: Conservation Weekly - Ascension (Conservation) - 07.02.2008

This week staff members and volunteers of the Conservation Department will undertake Tools Training as part of the EU Invasive Species Project.