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Deputy House Speaker pays tribute to Great TCI Women on Int’l Women’s Day

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10 years ago

March 11, 2015

Providenciales, 11 Mar 2015 – Greater equality for women is being seen because women are proving their mettle inside and outside of the home; one of the messages delivered Sunday as the World commemorated: International Women’s Day. Among those addressing the packed sanctuary at Paradise Baptist Church were Deputy House Speaker, Hon Josephine Connolly – a woman in politics, business, a wife, mother, sportswoman and civic activist – who reminded that this year’s theme is: ‘Step Out, Step Up, Let’s make it Happen.’ Connolly, as the Shadow Cabinet Minister for Education (PDM) said: “We, as women, have proven over the years that our contributions are not limited to child rearing and being housewives and having a pretty face. We have made many strides towards equality – holding top positions in Government and private sector, owning businesses, bridging the gap between salaries paid to male as against female and holding positions that were once male dominated…” She acknowledged Turks and Caicos women who have cemented a legacy of noble achievement; naming: the late Helena Jones Robinson, Mrs. Ellen Howell (who passed away last week), Mrs. Ona Glinton , Adelaide Olmer, Oseta Jolly, Enid Capron….still with us today are Rev Julia Williams, Dr. Linda Williams, Ms. Marjorie Basden, to name a few educators who helped to build this country of ours.”

Her list included women in politics from both sides of the aisle and rose up to take positions, even Cabinet positions. Hon. Connolly called on the nation to continue steadfastly in prayer for the safety of our girls, their purity, their right to be educated and their right to live. The service and other events of the week are held in conjunction with the Department of Social Development and Gender Affairs and the Ministry of Environment and Home Affairs.

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Robbery Accused Granted Bail

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2 days ago

April 28, 2025

Deandrea Hamilton

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Turks and Caicos, 28^th April 2025 – RENARDO CLARKE was granted $5000 bail when he appeared before a Magistrate today (Monday, April 28, 2025), charged with Robbery.

As part of his bail conditions, the accused is required to reside at a relative’s home and report to the Grace Bay Police Station three days per week during specific times. The accused will also observe a daily curfew from 11:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.

The matter was adjourned for a sufficiency hearing on June 6, 2025.

Clarke was charged following investigations into an incident reported on April 17, 2025, in Long Bay, where a male victim was robbed of cash and valuables while at the canal off Old Grace Road, Long Bay.

Following the report, officers commenced an investigation and charged Clarke on 22^nd April.

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Illegals Detained

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2 days ago

April 28, 2025

Deandrea Hamilton

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Turks and Caicos, 28^th April 2025 – On Saturday, April 26th, 2025, officers from the Marine Branch of the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force (RT&CIPF) responded to a report of illegal migrants spotted in the mangrove area along the southeastern side of North Caicos.

The United States Coast Guard (Air Support Unit), the Turks and Caicos Islands Regiment, and the Department of Fisheries and Marine Resources Management supported the operation.

Upon arrival at the location, RT&CIPF officers apprehended eleven (11) male individuals, all confirmed to be of Haitian nationality.

The individuals were detained and transported to Providenciales, where they were handed over to officers from Border Force for processing and further investigation.

We continue to urge members of the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious maritime or coastal activity to the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force by calling 911 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-8477 to provide information anonymously.

Additionally, individuals are encouraged to download the Crime Stoppers P3 app to share information.

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Attempted Murder Charge

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2 days ago

April 28, 2025

Deandrea Hamilton

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Turks and Caicos, 28^th April 2025 – JUNIOR BELIZAIRE, 24, is expected to appear before a Magistrate later this week.

Belizaire of The Bight faces the following charges:

One Count – Attempted Murder
One Count – Unlawful Entry

The accused was charged on Sunday, 27th April 2025.

The charges stem from a violent incident that occurred on the evening of 21st April 2025, when a 26-year-old male victim was attacked and sustained multiple chop wounds to his head and body.

The victim was found bleeding and transported to the Cheshire Hall Medical Centre (CHMC) for emergency treatment.

Due to the severity of his injuries, the victim has since been flown overseas for further medical care. His condition remains stable.

The Serious Crime Unit, after an intensive investigation, identified Belizaire as the alleged perpetrator of the attack.