TCI News
Long Bay Primary named to honour veteran teacher Thelma Lightbourne
#TurksandCaicosIslands – DECEMBER 9, 2020 – The Long Bay Primary school in Long Bay, Providenciales is very, very near completion and when it opens to students as the fourth public primary school on the island, it will be named for a veteran educator; Thelma Lightbourne.
In a November 9 ministerial statement, Karen Malcolm, the Minister of Education announced that the school, constructed with financial support from the European Union would be named in honor of the retired teacher.
“During 2020, we were able to accomplish the following: o Completed construction of a New Primary School on Providenciales. This school will be renamed the Thelma Lightbourne Primary School. A virtually opening and celebration will be announced shortly,” she said on November 9 in the House of Assembly.
Cabinet in October agreed to the renaming, which is one of the many new and newly refurbished public service buildings which have been named to honour Turks and Caicos citizens who have made valuable contributions.
Just days before this presentation was made in the House of Assembly by Minister Malcolm, the government agreed to the Grand Turk Wellness Center with the new title: Sylvia C. Melhado; the National Stadium will to be called the Corena Walkin National Stadium and several early childhood learning centers are recognize education sector heroes. The contributions of Justina Delancy, Cecily Ewing and Marjorie Bassett will be immortalized at the Ianthe Pratt, Oseta Jolly and Tender Loving Care primary schools, respectively.
When the Salt Cay airport resurfacing work was completed, Henry Leon Wilson aka “Papa”, a native of the islands was there for the renaming of the airport to honour his long standing work in the aviation industry. Mr. Wilson was also acknowledged for his contribution to parliamentary democracy in the Turks and Caicos as the youngest elected representative in the country’s history.
An unveiling and opening of the airport, which had been closed for the refurbishment work, was held in Salt Cay on October 30, 2020.
The Long Bay High school is also set to be renamed.
According to Cabinet, it will be called the Louise Garland Junior High School; remembering the beloved education officer, posthumously.
***MEDIA RELEASE***
July 23rd, 2024.
Around 10:59 am, the Police Control Room received a call of gunshots at a location along the Millennium Highway, Providenciales.
Officers of the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force were dispatched and, based on preliminary investigations, were told that the occupant (s) of a red Suzuki Swift was at a business place when another car pulled alongside it, and the occupants started shooting.
The driver of the Swift drove off while the other unidentified vehicle sped off in a separate direction. 
Officers found the Swift abandoned near Miracle Close, Blue Hills, shortly after.
Based on investigations, no injuries were reported.
This remains an active investigation.
The RT&CIPF is asking anyone with information or CCTV footage of the shooting that may assist the police with enquiries to contact 911, the closest police station, the Serious Crime Unit at 231-1842, or call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-8477 and anonymously give any information.
Additionally, persons are being asked to download the Crime Stoppers P3 app.
***MEDIA RELEASE***
July 23rd, 2024.
There are twelve new officers within the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force.
The officers—Ronn James, Ernie Henry, Aron Charlery, Andrew Ottley, Emmanuel Dabreo, Damion Clarke, Jeffrey Kaye, Roan Waugh, Shan Livermore, Kemar Chambers, Michael Campbell, and Ajay Budhai—took an oath to protect and serve the citizens of the
Turks and Caicos Islands yesterday (July 22nd) afternoon at Police Headquarters, Providenciales.
Commissioner of Police Edvin Martin, who administered the officers’ oath, said, “Thank you for choosing the TCI. It will not be a bed of roses. Policing requires hard work, and you ensure our communities are safe. Your arrival was anticipated and highly overdue.
“You are now officers of the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force, and you are committed to the safety of the people of these archipelagoes. We must lead by example and not let our guard down. Stand firm on the foundation of our motto- Service With Pride and Integrity. Integrity is doing the right thing in the absence of anyone watching.”
The President of the Christian Council, Pastor Wilbert Jennings, delivered the opening prayer and told officers to always call on God in
their time of need.
Deputy Commissioner Rodney Adams, Assistant Commissioner Kendall Grant, acting Assistant Commissioner Mat Newton, Chairman of the Police Welfare Association Sgt. Jepson Victor and Human Resources Manager Rex Swann also attended the ceremony.
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