Articles published in March 2008
  50 articles published

1: AISPCA FUND RAISER - Ascension (Letters) - 27.03.2008

Last Wednesday some 50 people attended a special evening at Tasty Tucker to raise awareness of and funds for, the Ascension Island Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.

2: PADDY - Ascension (Letters) - 27.03.2008

“Paddy” finally left us last week at the grand old age of 106 (in dog years). He arrived on Ascension as a 14 week old puppy back in 1993 and soon became known to most Island residents as he was seen here there and everywhere.

3: Ascension Day Fair - Ascension (Letters) - 27.03.2008

Five Weeks to Go! To the Ascension Day Fair

4: From the Editors - Ascension (Letters) - 27.03.2008

Hello All, Hope you’ve all had a good week.

5: The Ascension Island Heritage Society - Ascension (People) - 27.03.2008

Day of Remembrance Ceremonies - Sunday, March 30, 2008

6: Hash Trash - Ascension (Sport) - 27.03.2008

Everyone gathered by the Hood Guns on Cross Hill for this week’s hash. Whopper Chopper had a good warm up, running up the hill from his house!

7: ASCENSION ISLAND GOVERNMENT - PUBLIC NOTICE - Ascension (Government) - 27.03.2008

OLD FIRE STATION, GEORGETOWN - As the draft Land and Business Policy will likely come into effect in April, I am now able to seek expressions of interest from persons living and working on Ascension to establish and operate a business in the refurbished AIG building behind the Saints Club in Georgetown, formerly known as the Old Fire Station. Persons who have “visitor” status on Ascension may not apply.

8: Job Vacancy - Electrical & Refrigeration - Ascension (Job Vacancy) - 27.03.2008

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES - Ascension Island

9: Conservation Weekly - Ascension’s first crabs - Ascension (Conservation) - 27.03.2008

You may remember the Conservation Weekly article a few weeks ago that mentioned Ascension’s land crabs.

10: News From St Mary's Church - Ascension (Religion/Church) - 26.03.2008

It was a pleasure to welcome Father Peter to preach at our Divine Service on Easter Sunday and other visitors who joined us as well.

11: UK CHAGOS SUPPORT ASSOCIATION - Update March 2008 - Ascension (Internet News) - 20.03.2008

Diego Garcia has featured several times in the House of Commons since the last Update.

12: Mini Flood For Ascension - Ascension (Internet News) - 20.03.2008

Ascension Island experienced a mini flood on Sunday 16th March.

13: News From St. Marys - Ascension (Religion/Church) - 20.03.2008

Notices for Holy Week and Easter

14: Happy 1st Birthday Cohen - Ascension (People) - 20.03.2008

Happy 1st Birthday to my Son and Grandson

15: Birthday Wishes to Jaiden Lee Roberts - Ascension (People) - 20.03.2008

To our special little boy Jaiden Lee Roberts Happy 1st Birthday for the 17th March.

16: Hash Trash - Ascension (Sport) - 20.03.2008

We all gathered at the Bullocks Pond parking area, anxious about another of I’m Easy’s hashes!

17: Special Stamp Issue for 2008 - Ascension (Government) - 20.03.2008

On Friday, 14th March the Post Office released the first special stamp issue for 2008 depicting Sharks.

18: Public Notice - Old Fire Station, Georgetown - Ascension (Government) - 20.03.2008

As the draft Land and Business Policy will likely come into effect in April, I am now able to seek expressions of interest from persons living and working on Ascension

19: Public Notice - Reflections Coffee Shop, Georgetown - Ascension (Government) - 20.03.2008

As the draft Land and Business Policy will likely come into effect in April, I am now able to seek expressions of interest from persons living and working on Ascension to establish and operate a coffee shop/café-type business

20: Conservation Weekly - Ascension (Conservation) - 20.03.2008

The Army Ornithological Society (AOS) mounted their 14th expedition to Ascension from 7-20 Feb 2008.

21: Rabbits - Ascension (Conservation) - 20.03.2008

As many of you may be aware, Elizabeth Bell and Dave Boyle (WMIL) are visiting Ascension until April 6 to undertake rabbit monitoring and survey work for AIG under the South Atlantic Invasive Species Project.

22: From St Mary's Church - Ascension (Religion/Church) - 13.03.2008

Lazarus was a close friend of Jesus. He was sick and dying. His sisters sent a message to Jesus to let him know the condition of their brother.

23: News From The Grotto - Thought For The Week - Ascension (Religion/Church) - 13.03.2008

It’s good to be back on the island. I had a wonderful holiday, visiting relatives, celebrating weddings and researching my family histories. I am calling it my “cemetery tour” holiday!! But more about that later.

24: Brownies Celebrate Chinese New Year - Ascension (Letters) - 13.03.2008

The girls of the 1st Ascension Brownie Pack have been working on their World Culture Badge.

25: RMS Fares Increase - Ascension (Letters) - 13.03.2008

Dear All, We have been advised by Andrew Weir Shipping that with effect from Monday, 10 March; the passenger fares and freight rates will be increased as follows:

26: ISLANDER VOLUNTEERS CELEBRATING A LATE CHRISTMAS - Ascension (Letters) - 13.03.2008

VOLUNTEERS ALWAYS WELCOME

27: Hash Trash No 1200 - Ascension (Sport) - 13.03.2008

A good crowd met outside the V.T. Mess, quite a few new faces too, – unsure of just what was in store for this weeks Hash.

28: EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST – TWO BOATS GARDEN ALLOTMENTS - Ascension (Government) - 13.03.2008

ASCENSION ISLAND GOVERNMENT

29: PUBLIC NOTICE - GOVERNOR'S PUBLIC CONSULTATION DOCUMENT - Ascension (Government) - 13.03.2008

The Governor published a short consultation document in the Islander on 27 February setting out what an Island Council might do in the future.

30: Job Vacancy - Motor Transport Driver/Fitter - Ascension (Job Vacancy) - 13.03.2008

Want to join a good team? Want to improve your skills?

31: JOB ADVERTS - Cleaner required for April and May - Ascension (Job Vacancy) - 13.03.2008

Obsidian Group are looking to recruit the services of a full time Cleaner to work as a general cleaner in the various premises owned by the Company for two months beginning 1st April 2008.

32: Conservation Weekly - Land crabs visit North East Bay - Ascension (Conservation) - 13.03.2008

Last week more than 600 land crabs descended onto North East Bay to mate and lay their eggs.

33: News From St. Marys - Ascension (Religion/Church) - 06.03.2008

Driving out of Georgetown on Sunday morning I thought how lucky we are here on Ascension Island enjoying the glorious sunshine for Mothering Sunday

34: News From The Grotto - Thought For The Week - Ascension (Religion/Church) - 06.03.2008

This week, in the first reading, the Lord tells Samuel: “…..God does not see as man sees, man looks at appearances but the Lord looks at the heart”.

35: Mothering Sunday Service On Ascension Island - Ascension (Religion/Church) - 06.03.2008

Sunday 2nd March 08, St. Mary’s Church Ascension Island, was packed to capacity of Mothers, Children and Fathers all came to celebrate the special service of Mother’s Day.

36: Readers Comment - Ascension (Letters) - 06.03.2008

I refer to the article and photo about the catching of a sixgill shark, presumably off the Island.

37: Letters To The Islander - Ascension (Letters) - 06.03.2008

Just a few quick words to say what a great place Ascension is. I had a great time whilst I was cabin crew with Air Atlanta

38: A Readers Opinion - Ascension (Letters) - 06.03.2008

Dear Editor, I was saddened by last weeks front page of the Islander. I have nothing against the catching of food from the sea.

39: From The Editors - Ascension (Letters) - 06.03.2008

Dear Readers, A fond farewell to Lisa, Gary & Josh who left the Island last week to start a new life in the U.K. Best wishes.

40: Thank You - Ascension (Letters) - 06.03.2008

…to The Islander’s Chairperson, Jacqui Ellick, for organising our annual party last Friday.

41: Noise Pollution - Letter From Ian Coverdale - Ascension (Letters) - 06.03.2008

The western, northern and north-eastern coastline of Ascension is pocketed by small sandy beaches and numerous beach huts,

42: Letter From Alan Baker - Ascension (Letters) - 06.03.2008

My second trip to ASI found me sharing in the Museum's 16 February 2008 short opening time.

43: Kids Klub - Ascension (People) - 06.03.2008

O.K. a little history lesson for you all this week. Over 3 years ago I was approached by the Islander to help them out.

44: Hash Trash - Ascension (Sport) - 06.03.2008

A large crowd made the trek into the wilderness for this week’s hash. A couple of sorry souls had quite the adventure riding (bouncing?) in the back of an old rover.

45: Police Activity Report - Ascension (Law and Order) - 06.03.2008

The Police Detachment received and dealt with six reports between the 25th February to the 3rd March,

46: ASCENSION MAGISTRATES’ COURT - Ascension (Law and Order) - 06.03.2008

KASSIE KAYLEE LOUISE DUNCAN, aged 19, appeared in the Ascension Magistrates’ Court on Monday 3 March 08

47: House of Lords Debate on the British Overseas Territories - All (Government) - 06.03.2008

Baroness Hooper asked Her Majesty’s Government what plans they have to act on the findings of the National Audit Office report on the overseas territories.

48: PUBLIC CONSULTATION ON DRAFT LAND AND BUSINESS POLICY - Ascension (Government) - 06.03.2008

draft Land and Business policy was published in the Islander on 20 February.

49: Planning Notice - Ascension (Government) - 06.03.2008

The Director of Technical Services has received the following planning application:

50: Conservation Weekly - Ascension's Threatened Sharks - Ascension (Conservation) - 06.03.2008

In a couple weeks the Ascension Post Office will release a beautiful set of stamps featuring Ascension’s shark species. In anticipation, the Conservation Department would like to share some information with you to help you appreciate these unique fish: