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Return Guests Make Significant Donation to the Turks and Caicos Islands Football Association (TCIFA) and the Enid Capron Primary School
Donation of school supplies with returned guests Amaro Pereira
Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands, April 4, 2024 — Beaches Turks and Caicos resort team members and guests celebrated the 15th anniversary of the Sandals Foundation with the largest donation of football gear to the Turks and Caicos Islands Football Association (TCIFA) and school supplies to the Enid Capron Primary School. The presentation by returned guests Amaro Pereira and family was made at the national stadium to the Technical Director, Dane Ritchie and the head of the referees association, Patrice Senior. The school supplies were presented to the administrators and students of the Enid Capron Primary School in Five Cays.
These gear will provide much needed motivation for the football association and the grassroots programme for young girls and boys. Over one hundred pairs of football cleats, shin guards, jerseys, and referee gear were presented to the association to bolster the growth of the largest sporting discipline within the TCI.
Patrice Senior Head of Referees
Technical Director, Dane Ritchie, while acknowledging the valuable partnership that guests who visit the Islands and fall in love with the work that the football association is doing, expressed satisfaction with the gifts. “The number of players are increasing each week here in our grassroots programme as we have qualified coaches teaching both boys and girls the basics of football. The children are loving the exposure and the ability to compete against their peers in a safe and comfortable playing space. These gears will go a far way in providing for those who are not able to afford a quality pair of cleats. More than a hundred youth will benefit from this gift,” Ritchie shared.
The Enid Capron Primary School, the first institution to be adopted by the Sandals Foundation, was in for a treat as well as all their athletes preparing for the inter-primary championships were provided with backpacks to tote their track and field gear. The administrators received additional backpacks, note books, story books, pencils, pens, crayons, rulers, erasers, sharpeners, and calculators to support the wider educational programme.
Grade six student, Harph Saincus, was in awe of the items presented to the track athletes just in time for the upcoming championships. “We all have our bags to carry our gear and our juice and water for the different sporting activities now. The Sandals Foundation team always make us feel special when they bring things that help us to become better students,” Saincus beamed.
Dane Ritchie and Amaro Pereira
School principal, Sophia Garland noted, “the 15th anniversary of the Sandals Foundation is a major milestone and Enid Capron celebrates with you. The Sandals Foundation and Beaches Turks and Caicos resort have been fundamental to the development of our teachers and students. These gifts will go a far way in helping some of our students who are most in need. We are grateful for this support and partnership.”
Mr. James McAnally, Managing Director, seized the opportunity to congratulate all the Sandals Foundation ambassadors for their years of service, acknowledging that together we have accomplished great feats throughout the past 15 years. “As we reflect on what we have accomplished through our collective effort, let us be inspired to band together for many more years to come. By spreading love we will inspire hope,” McAnally shared.
The Sandals Foundation remains committed, through the dedication of guests and team members, to the continued transformation of lives through community outreach.
Edwin Garland and Amaro Pereira
Header: Dane Ritchie, Patrice Senior, Eddie Dias and Amaro Pereira
Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands – May 14th, 2024 – The Turks and Caicos Islands Government and Molo Hotel Group reached a pivotal juncture on Monday, May 13th, 2024, with the ceremonial signing of a development agreement at the Premier’s Office on Providenciales. The agreement, which received official Cabinet approval on March 13th, 2024, signifies a steadfast commitment to advancing the economic landscape of the Turks and Caicos Islands.
Molo Hotel Group is a family-owned business, renowned for its distinguished portfolio of high-quality hotels worldwide. The
development initiative encompasses the construction of three distinct IHG branded hotels: InterContinental Turks and Caicos, Kimpton Turks and Caicos and Hotel Indigo Turks and Caicos. Scheduled for completion by 2027, each resort boasts a distinctive design from luxury to laidback sophistication spanning across the shores of Grace Bay Beach.
Kimpton Turks and Caicos – an epitome of luxury lifestyle living, will feature 192 guest rooms including three outdoor pools, a luxury spa and a fitness center. Additionally, seven dining options ranging from a beachfront restaurant to a rooftop bar.
Adjacent to the Kimpton, InterContinental Turks and Caicos will offer 59 classic luxury suites with panoramic ocean views. Mirroring its counterpart, this resort will offer an array of dining options and upscale facilities.
Steps away from the Intercontinental and Kimpton resorts, Hotel Indigo Turks and Caicos will embrace a sense of community and contemporary elegance, offering 56 bedrooms. The resort will feature an onsite restaurant, lobby bar, outdoor pool, and fitness room.
Beyond the realm of hospitality, this development agreement underscores the government’s commitment to fostering economic growth and enhancing employment opportunities in the Turks and Caicos Islands. Molo is partnering with the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College (TCICC) to actively promote hospitality as a career choice and support in developing training programs, career fairs, seminars, workshops, and events to raise awareness about hospitality careers. Molo has committed to provide employment and apprentice opportunities to TCICC students and provide mentoring and practical on property training to students.
The signing event was graced by Hon. Charles Washington Missick, Premier of the Turks and Caicos Islands, Hon. Jamell Robinson, Deputy Premier, Hon. Kyle Knowles, Minister of Public Safety and Utilities, Hon. Rachel Taylor, Minister of Education, Youth, Sports and Culture, Łukasz and Marcin Slominski, Owners of Molo, Ross Morrow, Managing Director Molo, Arik Kono, Vice President Upscale Development for IHG, Dr. Candice Williams, President and CEO of the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College, Angela Musgrove, InvestTCI CEO, Dr. Barbara Ambrister, Chairperson of the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College, Dr. Delores Stapleton- Harris, Vice President of Academic, Vocational and Student Affairs for the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College, Mr. Kevin Baxter, Dean of Technical Vocational Education Training (TVET) and Sheryl McLaughlin, InvestTCI Investment Services Executive.
Commenting on the development agreement, Premier, Hon. Misick, stated “The Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signing of
IHG/Molo Hotels is a significant step towards a sustainable future for hospitality in the Turks and Caicos Islands. Three hotels, Kimpton, Intercontinental, and Hotel Indigo, will be introduced, enhancing our tourism product and creating employment opportunities.”
He further added, “Partnerships with the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College and Turks and Caicos Islands Sports Commission are underway, demonstrating the Government’s commitment to developing human capital and elevating tourism offerings. This project will bring economic growth, embrace local talent, and enrich our economy.”
Additionally, Mrs. Angela Musgrove, CEO of Invest Turks and Caicos Islands, emphasized “This collaboration confirms our commitment to fostering economic growth and prosperity within our country. We have worked closely with Molo Hotel Group, and we are confident that this transformative project will further position the Turks and Caicos Islands as a premier destination for travel and investment. Much to our delight, it will also provide opportunities for engagement with our Community College and small business community.”
The Government of the Turks and Caicos Islands, operating through its primary Investment Promotion
Agency, Invest Turks and Caicos Islands, remains committed to attracting and facilitating Foreign Direct Investments to the country by providing a comprehensive suite of services. Through strategic initiatives and targeted promotion, the agency catalyzes sustainable development, driving innovation and small business opportunities across various sectors of the economy.
#TurksandCaicos, May 13, 2024 – Detectives of the Serious Crime Unit of the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force have
charged a man who allegedly stole a vehicle.
The accused, DANVANTE BRISCO, 30, of Kew Town, Providenciales, was charged with:
- One Count: Robbery
- One Count: Taking Motor Vehicle Without Authority
- One Count: Using Offensive Weapon to cause fear
Mr. BRISCO appeared in court today (May 13 ) and was granted bail of $7500.00 with one surety.
The matter was adjourned to July 05 for a Sufficiency Hearing.
#TurksandCaicos, May 13, 2024 – A 20-year-old Dock Yard male appeared in court today (May 13th) charged with a series of firearm-related offences.
The accused, JAMES SIMON, was denied bail and remanded into custody pending a Sufficiency Hearing scheduled for July 05th, 2024.
Mr. SIMON faces the following charges:
- One Count: Robbery;
- One Count: Gang Membership
- One Count: Possession of a Firearm for the Benefit of a Gang
- One Count: Possession of Ammunition for the Benefit of a Gang.
The charges against Mr. Simon followed investigations by officers of the Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force into a robbery at the parking lot of a Casino where three males robbed a victim.
Additionally, Mr. Simon is charged with the following offences, having been arrested on May 02nd, 2024, along South Dock Road.
- One Count: Possession of a Firearm
- One Count: Possession of Ammunition
- One Count: Unlawful Entry
Officers also charged a teenage minor who was in the company of Mr. Simon on May 02nd with One Count of UNLAWFUL ENTRY.
The accused, seventeen and from Kew Town, Providenciales, pleaded guilty and will be sentenced on May 20th.
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