Articles published in January 2006
  59 articles published

1: Church News - Ascension (Religion/Church) - 26.01.2006

Phew! This last week was very hot and humid, but I do hope you managed to enjoy yourselves wherever your mood took you on this carefree island

2: News From The Grotto - Ascension (Religion/Church) - 26.01.2006

In the second reading, St. Paul reminds the Corinthians that the world as they know it is passing away, and to prepare for what is coming.

3: Copy of letter to David Triesman, FCO, from Ascension Island Council - Ascension (Letters) - 26.01.2006

Sir, We, the Elected Members of the Ascension Island Council, are writing to you collectively as a consequence of the “summit” held at Ascension Island on 30th November

4: Copy of Letter from Lord David Triesman to Island Councillors - Ascension (Letters) - 26.01.2006

Dear Councillors, Thank you for your letter of 7 December about some key issues affecting the future of Ascension Island.

5: LETTER TO ISLANDER - Ascension (Letters) - 26.01.2006

Through your publication I would like to advise that a generous donation was paid to me as Chairman of the Saints Members Club for the children of Ascension Island

6: Letters of support - FCO U Turn - Ascension (Letters) - 26.01.2006

The Island Council has been heartened by messages of support sent to various publications, and MPs expressing dismay at the FCO U Turn and the lack of consultation leading up to it. We wished to share some of them with you.............

7: Comment on Lord Triesman’s Reply - Ascension (Letters) - 26.01.2006

We specifically asked that the Islander publish our letter to Lord Triesman and his reply side by side so that it can be easily seen that either a) he didn’t actually read our letter or b) he read it and then chose to disregard it in its entirety

8: Letter - Clive and Karen Brooke - Ascension (Letters) - 26.01.2006

Hi All, Just received the Islander through e-mail. You made me really jealous sat here in cold, wet Lincolnshire, UK, reading and seeing all the brave souls jumping into the sea on News Years Day

9: Meet the staff of the Islander - Ascension (People) - 26.01.2006

A post Christmas get-together of the Islander staff and their partners held at the Obsidian got 2006 off to a good start.

10: Girl Guiding Ascension News - Ascension (People) - 26.01.2006

I am pleased to report that Mrs Elizabeth Hill, (The Administrators Wife) has agreed to take over the Ascension Island Association of Guides, Brownies, and Rainbows as assistant Commissioner

11: From the Editors - Ascension (People) - 26.01.2006

Thought you might like to take a look at all of our ugly mugs on the front page?!? At least you now know who we are and who to blame if things go wrong (or praise !)

12: Hash No: 1089 - Ascension (People) - 26.01.2006

A large group gathered in the late afternoon heat (summer has definitely arrived!) all ready for what everyone expected to be a long hash, considering who the hares were!

13: The Met Office Weather Report - Ascension (Met Office) - 26.01.2006

ASCENSION: A generally dry week for most of the island, with plenty of sunshine.

14: POST OFFICE NOTICE - Stamps - Ascension (Government) - 26.01.2006

SPECIAL STAMP ISSUE, SPORT FISHING PART III - JACKS

15: From The Senior Medical Officer - 'Flu' Advice - Ascension (Government) - 26.01.2006

The seasonal ‘Flu’ epidemic affected a number of people on the Island during December-January. Although Ascension always get an increase in the number of seasonal flu every year, this year the number of cases affected within a short period of time was increased

16: At Two Boats School Last Week - Ascension (Education) - 26.01.2006

On Friday it was Year 9’s turn to do a whole school assembly. Mr Barton had worked hard with the group to put together a little play about racism and what it means.

17: Kids Klub - Ascension (Children's Corner) - 26.01.2006

What a lovely afternoon we had last week at the Launch of the new shuttle boat – the Queen Atlantis.

18: Calling All Camera Bugs - ADF Appeal - Ascension (Internet News) - 19.01.2006

Last year for ADF we sold a picture CD as a fund raising activity.

19: Church News - Ascension (Religion/Church) - 19.01.2006

I do hope that all of you who experienced the “island wide flu virus” are either well again or are feeling much better.

20: News From The Grotto - Thought For The Week - Ascension (Religion/Church) - 19.01.2006

In the first reading, we hear about Samuel hearing God’s voice, but he doesn’t recognize who it is that is calling him.

21: From The Editors - Ascension (Letters) - 19.01.2006

Welcome to another addition of everyone’s favourite island paper (yes we know it’s because it’s the only one!)

22: Letters To The Islander - Ascension (Letters) - 19.01.2006

I just wanted to say hey to everybody. It has been a while since I left Ascension and I have missed everything about the island so much.

23: FAREWELL FROM JEFF AND SHIRLEY BEARD - Ascension (Letters) - 19.01.2006

Jeff and Shirley Beard would like to wish all work mates, family and friends a fond farewell.

24: Letter From Sue & Neil McFall - Ascension (Letters) - 19.01.2006

We were horrified to read Caz's letter in the Guardian about the FCO's position on residency rights (or should I say lack of them).

25: Letter To The Islander From Clive & Karen Brooke - Ascension (Letters) - 19.01.2006

Just received the Islander through e-mail. You made me really jealous sat here in cold, wet Lincolnshire, UK, reading and seeing all the brave souls jumping into the sea on News Years Day.

26: The Met Office Weather Report - Ascension (Met Office) - 19.01.2006

Statistics for the week ending Monday 16th January 2006

27: Hash Trash - Hash 1089 - Ascension (Sport) - 19.01.2006

The hash assembled in the middle of a cloud, will it rain? – maybe. Will it be sunny? – doubt it. Will it snow? – good chance.

28: Ascension Launches "Queen Atlantis" - Ascension (Government) - 19.01.2006

17th January 2006 the launch of the "Queen Atlantis". The naming of the launch was conducted by Mrs Elizabeth Hill and Miss Laura Stroud.

29: From Two Boats School - Ascension (Education) - 19.01.2006

Year 9 have been in reflective mood this week thinking about their lives beyond school and considering what they hope to have achieved in 10 years' time.

30: Name For AIG Launch - Ascension (Internet News) - 12.01.2006

On Thursday 5th January a name for the launch was chosen from the 51 entries received through the School.

31: Last Years News - Ascension (Internet News) - 12.01.2006

As the Flu epidemic seems to have caused a lack of news, here is a brief look at the New Year news on Ascension Island over the past few decades.

32: News From The Grotto - Thought Of The Week - Ascension (Religion/Church) - 12.01.2006

This past weekend, we celebrated the Epiphany of our Lord, the revelation of Christ to the World.

33: News From St. Mary's - Ascension (Religion/Church) - 12.01.2006

Yet another week has dawn upon us. It’s nearly mid-Jan and the RMS will have been and gone by the time this gets printed – time just waits for no man or woman!!

34: RNIB Postage Stamp Appeal - Ascension (Letters) - 12.01.2006

I am writing to you on behalf of the Royal National Institute of the Blind (RNIB) in hope that you can help us raise funds for blind and partially sighted people throughout the UK,

35: From The Editors - Ascension (Letters) - 12.01.2006

As you can see, it’s quite a slim edition this week. There was certainly no problem in trying to accommodate all front-page requests for a change!

36: Farewell From Betty & John Joshua - Ascension (People) - 12.01.2006

We would like to say a fond farewell to all who have worked, shared sporting activities and other aspects of community life with us over the past eight and a half years.

37: Farewell To Betty & John - Ascension (People) - 12.01.2006

Just a note to wish Betty and John Johsua all the best for the future in St Helena.

38: The Met Office Weather Report - Ascension (Met Office) - 12.01.2006

Statistics for the week ending Monday 09 Jan 2006

39: Hash Trash - Hash No: 1087 - Ascension (Sport) - 12.01.2006

This week, the group gathered at the US Base. At the huddle, along with the warnings of all the usual hazards, loose footing, loose klinka, thorn trees, etc.,

40: One Boat Golf Club - Ascension (Sport) - 12.01.2006

Well last Saturday saw us golfers have a 9 hole Texas Scramble, this was a bit of fun competition to say goodbye to 4 of our long standing members, John and Betty Joshua, Gilbert and Prudy Peters,

41: ASCENSION MAGISTRATES’ COURT - Ascension (Law and Order) - 12.01.2006

PETER RYAN MEGLOW, aged 28, a Seaman employed on the US ship MV Chapman, appeared in the Ascension Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday 10 January

42: News From Two Boats School - Ascension (Education) - 12.01.2006

So just what did happen up at Two Boats School this week without children? Read on…

43: Job Vacancy - Senior Technician - Ascension (Job Vacancy) - 12.01.2006

VT Communications currently has a Senior Technician vacancy at the Ariane Telemetry Tracking Station, Ascension Island.

44: Job Vacancy - Chief Engineer - Ascension (Job Vacancy) - 12.01.2006

The Public Works and Services Department is seeking to recruit a dynamic and professional Civil Engineer to fill the Key post of Chief Engineer.

45: VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT: Bank Teller, Jamestown - Ascension (Job Vacancy) - 12.01.2006

Applications are invited for a person to fill the post of Teller at the Bank of St. Helena, to work in Jamestown.

46: HAPPY NEWYEAR 2006 - The Annual 1st January Ascension Island Pier Jump - Ascension (Internet News) - 05.01.2006

The annual Ascension Pier Jump was well supported, with many jumpers jumping and trying to stay airborne using various techniques,

47: Results of Raffle held in aid of Two Boats School - Ascension (Internet News) - 05.01.2006

The staff and pupils of the school would like to thank all those who supported this fund raiser.

48: Turtle Tours - Ascension (Internet News) - 05.01.2006

Find out about the Green turtles of Ascension Island on a guided tour run by members of the Ascension Island Turtle Group

49: News From St.Mary's - Ascension (Religion/Church) - 05.01.2006

Well, did you all had a jolly good time at Christmas and brought the New Year in with dancing, wearing your Happy New Year Hat, or perhaps making a lot of noise with your blow-out party novelties? I did!!

50: News From The Grotto - Christmas & New Year’s Services - Ascension (Religion/Church) - 05.01.2006

In the Gospel according to Luke, we are told of how the shepherds found Mary and Joseph and the baby.

51: Greetings - Ascension (Letters) - 05.01.2006

Some greetings from overseas

52: Letter To The Editor - Ascension (Letters) - 05.01.2006

Happy New Year to all our readers, wherever in the world you may be.

53: Letter Of Thanks From Saints Club Committee - Ascension (Letters) - 05.01.2006

On behalf of the Committee and Members of the Saints Members Club I wish to publicly thank the management and staff, Mr Norman Thomas and his wife Cilla for organising the Christmas and New Year events at the Club.

54: Mozambican artist exhibits paintings and photography in Cornwall. - Ascension (People) - 05.01.2006

Art inspired by love and life, photography inspired by nature; this unique exhibition by Anselmo Pelembe, currently residing in Cornwall, is to open in Falmouth Art Centre on the 9th January 2006.

55: FAREWELL TO BETS AND JOHN - Ascension (People) - 05.01.2006

Well as you will have read in my Church Page that Betty will be leaving here for good.

56: FAREWELL RAYMONDO AND LYN - Ascension (People) - 05.01.2006

There’s still more friends of mine leaving. Who can I joke with now once Raymondo and Lynnie leaves here.

57: Hash Trash - Hash No: 1086 - Ascension (Sport) - 05.01.2006

Not even New Year’s Eve could keep a determined group of hashers from their usual Saturday afternoon walk in the park!

58: Arrival of New Passenger Launch - Ascension (Government) - 05.01.2006

When the RMS St Helena arrives in Ascension Island on 11th January she will be carrying the new AIG Passenger launch, which has been constructed in Capetown, South Africa.

59: Job Vacancy - Security Operative - Ascension (Job Vacancy) - 05.01.2006

Serco Defence and Aerospace has a vacancy for a Security Operative at Ascension Island Base.