TCI News
Beaches Turks and Caicos guests enjoy transformative excursion to Enid Capron Primary School
Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands, October 5, 2023— When families visit Sandals or Beaches resorts, they of course anticipate a memorable get-a-way with their loved ones. But what many may not be aware of, is the fact that many of these guests who make the Caribbean their home away from home, do not only leave an impression of their footprints in the sand. More importantly, through a partnership with the Sandals Foundation and United States based non profit – Pack for a Purpose initiative, many of the guests have an opportunity to leave an indelible impression upon the hearts of children, their parents and other members of the community. The Turks and Caicos Islands is no exception.
The partnership with Pack for a Purpose provides an opportunity for guests staying at Beaches or Sandals resort to make a meaningful contribution by packing and bringing up to five (5) pounds of educational supplies for local communities.
Recently, twin sisters Robbie Ginn and Renee Rice, both of whom are travel agents and members of the Chairman’s Royal Club (CRC), traveled with their families to Beaches Turks and Caicos and seized the opportunity to bring a number of school supplies.
The family, accompanied by Sandals Foundation volunteers of Beaches Turks and Caicos (BTC), made a courtesy call upon Enid Capron Primary School where all their gifts were donated.
The resort staff led the devotion, teaching the kids a valuable lesson on honesty through songs and dramatization. It was an interactive session that allowed students to demonstrate principles of integrity.
CRC Robbie Ginn, who spoke on behalf of the family, affirmed,“We should always seek to do good and help those who are in need because it is only through our love and kindness that we will help to make this world a better place.”
Principal, Sophia Garland and Vice Principal, Nelene Swann were on hand to receive the donation on behalf of the school. They thanked the family and the team of volunteers for having considered them. Garland expressed her appreciation for all the help that the institution has received from the Sandals Foundation throughout the years.
“Just this morning a parent contacted me and expressed some challenges. Not knowing exactly where the help would come from, I told the parent to send the child, we will work something out. This help is right on time,” Garland pointed out.
Public Relations Manager, Orville Morgan, in reflecting on the success of the visit shared, “These are exactly the kinds of relationships that we seek to foster between donors of the Sandals Foundation and the community. The guests love to come in and see first-hand, the beneficiaries of their donations and of course it provides a wonderful opportunity for persons to express their heartfelt gratitude when they meet the benefactors.”
Enid Capron Primary has seen “Christmas” in September, thanks to the generous donation of CRCs Robbie Ginn, Renee Rice and family. It is activities such as these that inspire hope in the lives of many.
***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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