Page:1 The St.Kitts Nevis Observer - Friday November 22nd, 2019 NewS Page:2 The St.Kitts Nevis Observer - Friday November 22nd, 2019 NewS Man faces trial for Pinney’s murder

Dance floor killing Lawvington Forbes faces murder for the killing of Vincey Ferlance in 2016 reaches trial at Lime Beach Bar. His trial began this week.

By Kenichi Serino court heard testimony from Ferlance’s father Nathaniel Webb and forensic pa- The murder trial of Lawvington Forbes, thologist Dr Valery Alexandrov. who is accused of killing a man on the dance floor of Lime Beach Bar in 2016, Webb testified as to how he learned began this week. about the shooting and the death of his son. He got a call in the early hours of Forbes is accused of killing Vincey April 16 about the shooting and went to Ferlance, 20, on April 16 in the earlyLime Beach Bar where he saw his own hours of a weekend morning. Forbes son’s blood spilt on the scene. is represented by defence attorney

“There was a lot of blood inside the building and a lot of blood outside”

Patrice Nisbett. Justice Ermin Moise is “There was a lot of blood inside the presiding over the case. building and a lot of blood outside,” Webb said. At the opening of the trial, Crown Counsel Teshaun Vasquez laid out Alexandrov testified that Ferlance had his case to the jury, describing how been shot in the back beneath the left Ferlance was shot in the back and as- shoulder blade. The bullet travelled cribed the act to Forbes. through the body and exited the arm without striking bone. Ferlance lost “He intended by the act to kill him,” about 2.5 litres of blood, about 40% of said Vasquez. his total blood volume.

He said that witnesses heard a loud “Absolutely fatal blood loss,” popping sound at the time of the shoot- Alexandrov said. ing and one identified Forbes as the shooter. The trial continues and is expected to end by Friday. In the first days of the trial this week, the NewS The St.Kitts Nevis Observer - Friday November 22nd, 2019 Page:3 International Men’s Day Men’s Council in Collaboration with Gender Affairs Celebrates with Awards Ceremony

Minister Wendy Phipps, Prime Minister Harris, Taiwan Jammers performing his song Ambassador, Minister Eugene Hamilton ‘Badness in the Music’

By Petra Mc Sheene Delwayne Delaney for focus on the health of sentence.” his role in community men and boys.” Six local men were activism; Lennox Warner Performances at the recognised for their for his role in construc- Hamilton also spoke event included a drum contributions to the com- tion; Melvin Hewlett about the need to em- recital by the Ministry of munity this week in fields for his role in music; Dr power men in our society.Culture drummers, a dia- as wide as business, edu- Ricardo Neil for his role logue read by Loughlin cation and music by the in computer science and “This annual event is Tatem, local author and National Men’s Council also as the coach of the an ideal occasion to ac- His Majesty’s Prison and the Department of St. Kitts Robotics Team, knowledge and celebrate Calypso King Kemba Gender Affairs. Ram’s Trading Ltd was the contributions of men ‘Jammers’ Swanston - recognised as company to the growth and pros performed his hit songAwardee Heston Hamm recipient of Every year, International of the year and Reverend perity of our federation. ‘Badness in the Music’. Men’s Day is com- Peter Paul for his role This is an ideal occasion Prime Minister’s Award memorated worldwide in religion. The Prime to champion men as lead- ers and role models in our society.”

“Men leading by “This is an opportunity for people to appreciate the men in their lives and example is a cry for the individual contribu- tion that they make; not only to their families but men to be more to the development of our society,” said Hamilton.

accountable and Guest speaker for this year’s event was Reverend Cassius who more responsible.” gave a speech on the topic of accountability.

“Men leading by - ex to shine a spotlightMinister’s on International ample is a cry for men men who are making Men’s Day Award wasto be more responsible a positive difference won by Heston Hamm and more accountable. and to raise awareness for his role in National Accepting responsibly of issues that men face Security. can be and is heavy; on a global scale. Each giving an account of year the National Men’s In his feature ad- ourselves can be and is Council alongside the dress, Minister Eugene a very self-conscious Department of Gender Hamilton outlined the ob- undertaking.” Affairs host an award’s jectives of International ceremony to show ap- Men’s Day. “The objec- “To be self-conscious preciation and gratitude tives of International one has to love oneself to men in the community Men’s Day are - to and pro one has to be honest who are doing work in mote gender equality. aboutTo who one truly is. different areas such as highlight the contribution Being accountable means music, agriculture, com- of men and boys to the acknowledging our faults munity activism and society, improve gender and weaknesses and this religion. relations, raise aware- is extremely difficult in ness of issues that men a culture like ours where Some of the awardees face, highlight social is- weakness and manhood for this year included sues that affect males and are not used in the same Page:4 The St.Kitts Nevis Observer - Friday November 22nd, 2019 NewS EDITorIAl 16 Days of Activism: Lawyers & Governance love Echoes loud

A few years ago, a lawyer in St Kitts was debarred, and another ab- Department of Gender Affairs sconded to somewhere overseas. In more recent times, two of them were arrested for inability to account for funds and one of them served celebrates with activities jail time. Then there was the lawyer who held public office and who, when he was let go by the employer refused to go, claiming that his ap- pointment was for life. Add to that the reaction of another lawyer to the application of fee standards by the Attorney General. He demonstrated with placards in-front of government headquarters. We know, too, that very often, cases are drawn out when an overly leni- ent Court grants recess after recess because lawyers claim that they are not ready to proceed. Sometimes this appears to be a ploy to interfere with witness memory.

We have also heard of the huge sums charged and levied against the state for both plaintiff and defendant in defence of democracy during our election court cases.

The conduct of lawyers entered center court again at a recent town hall meeting, when a member of the audience raised the concern of lawyers Department of Gender Affairs Staff: L-R: Celia Christopher, Shinnel accepting payment for services, but not performing said service and not Charles, Sharon Warner, Dion Brown refunding the monies collected, and generally delaying or subverting justice. He raised the issue hoping for government to intervene. By Petra Mc Sheene public is asked to wearguests on the radio show To his credit, Prime Minister Harris has described this conduct as an is- Human Right’s T-shirts Working For You on ZIZ sue of governance, and stated that it ought to be addressed as such. We Each year the sixteen on that day. Television. During this days between November agree. show, Christopher will 25 and December 10 is Some of the other ac- do an introduction of recognised worldwide as tivities for the 16 Days ofthe 16 Days Campaign It isn’t that we are arguing against the role of lawyers, nor against them the 16 Days of Activism. Activism include a state- and give more detailed being handsomely rewarded. But it is difficult to comprehend why there And each year, the ment by Minister Wendy information on the other is so much variation in price for the provision of the same service. It is Department of Gender Phipps on November upcoming activities. also difficult to understand why they would accept cases that have little Affairs hosts a variety 25, which is also recog- chance of success, just to make money. of activities to celebrate. nized as International November 29 is the day This year is no different Day for the Elimination when the youths will At the best of times, lawyers are 50% right. When they ignore good as the 16 days is packed of Violence against take to the streets for governance rules, they become 100% wrong. That is the time when with activities based on sanctions ought to be applied. raising awareness on do- May it please all of us! mestic violence, violence against men, women and children and human love Echoes loud’ rights. which is meant to The universal theme for this year’s campaign The Federation’s Politically Independent News Source is Orange the World: raise awareness Generation Equality Stands Against Rape. But the Federation’s Gender about gender-based Affairs Department in collaboration with some violence. Publisher/Editor-in-Chief: Kenneth Williams community groups de- cided to create a local St. Kitts Nevis theme, ‘Love Echoes Loud’ which is meant Women. This statement a Youth March start- POB 657, Lower Market Street #1 Observer Plaza, Observer Drive Basseterre, St. Kitts, W.I. Charlestown, Nevis, W.I. to raise awareness about will be aired live on ZIZ ing from the tamarind Tel.: (869) 466-4994 Tel.: (869) 469-5907 gender-based violence. Radio. tree at Greenland’s. Fax: (869) 466-4995 Fax: (869) 469-5891 An open forum will be Email:[email protected] Email: [email protected] The activities are sched- On November 27, held at the George’s uled to start on November Director of Gender Anglican Church Hall on 24 with a church service Affairs Celia ChristopherDecember 3 where the Website: newstkittsnevisobserver.com at the Christian Life with Melvin Agard discussion of panel will be Assembly Church at the National Men’s headed by different pas- Editorial Policy: The Observer reserves the right to edit, rewrite, summa- Bladen’s Commercial Council and Shinneltors who will be speaking rise or reject any unsolicited material. We will assume that all letters ad- Development and ends Charles, a senior officeron the topic ‘Domestic dressed to The Observer or its staff are intended for publication unless oth- on Human Rights Day at the Department Violence of & Religion.’ December 10 where the Gender Affairs, will be NewS The St.Kitts Nevis Observer - Friday November 22nd, 2019 Page:5 Page:6 The St.Kitts Nevis Observer - Friday November 22nd, 2019 NewS Local artist talks highs and lows ‘There was no blueprint to follow’: Wyatt

By Petra Mc Sheene part of the 313 music “My worst performance group, which has given was years ago when I With his hit song ‘Most him the opportunity to was a contestant in the High Forever’ still on perform on stage with Digicel Rising Stars,” the rise and performanc- other local artists such he said. “I was a ner- es during the Carnival as Hi Light and Silky vous wreck, didn’t ex- season to come, local De General. He has actly know what I was musician Collin Wyatt made appearances ondoing.” sat down for an inter- a few stages this year view with the Observer including Breaking Wyatt told the Observer to talk about some of his Dawn, Miss Labour that he doesn’t have a memories about starting Queen Pageant, the St. preference with which his musical career and his plans for the future. “If you have a dream, Wyatt told the Observer Singer Collin Wyatt is currently in the studio recording new music that he is currently in in addition to preparing to perform during Carnival. the studio recording just know that there new music that will hopefully be released in the coming weeks. He will be nightmares will also be a performer at this year’s Inception Fete during Carnival. as well.” Wyatt, formerly known as C-Money, said that James Festival in Nevis artistes to perform with before he started on and the Together Again as long as the energy is the path of music, concert he at the People’s right and the vibe is cre- worked as a waiter, chef Action Movement party ative. His plans for the and bartender. Because headquarters. He has future include working of his upbringing, he travelled to places such alongside upcoming lo- developed a love for as Canada, St. Eustatius cal artistes and helping music by listening to and Antigua to perform. to develop the music the radio as that was his industry in St. Kitts. He only form of entertain- Wyatt said that Breaking expressed his gratitude ment, his favourite artist Dawn 2019 was his fa- to persons who have when growing up was vourite because the en- always been by his side Sizzla Kalonji. ergy from the audience such as the performers was amazing. When at 313 and others who Wyatt told the Observer asked what his favou- didn’t give up on him that while he loved the rite song was, Wyatt even when he felt like music he still faced ob- said “My favourite song giving up on himself. stacles when he began currently is ‘Most High making it. Forever’. I love per- He left some part- forming it because it al- ing words of advice to “There was no blueprint lows me to be myself. I youths who wish to pur- to follow,” Wyatt told get to release the energy sue a career in the music the Observer. “For me, I and that’s always been industry. had to figure out things the person that I wanted on my own. I made a lot to be on stage.” “If you have a dream, of mistakes on the way. just know that there will It was a difficult jour- However, Wyatt told the be nightmares as well. ney but I persevered by Observer that he has not It’s going to be difficult not quitting and being always had the best ex- but there is no greater strong.” periences during stage feeling than follow- performances. ing your dreams,” said Wyatt also performs as Wyatt. NewS The St.Kitts Nevis Observer - Friday November 22nd, 2019 Page:7 Page:8 The St.Kitts Nevis Observer - Friday November 22nd, 2019 AdverTiSemeNTNewS AdverTiSemeNTAdverTiSemeNTNewS The St.Kitts Nevis Observer - Friday November 22nd, 2019 Page:9 Page:10 The St.Kitts Nevis Observer - Friday November 22nd, 2019 NewS NewS The St.Kitts Nevis Observer - Friday November 22nd, 2019 Page:11 Concerns over Fans hope lights won’t result in the One of the poles loss of international at Warner Park with missing lights lights at events Warner Park

By Loshaun Dixon CONCACAF Nations competition, is only- op sixty to sixty-five - per League for broadcast erating at an estimated cent showing now and For the past few weeks, purposes. This resulted60 per cent this publica- you can observe dark the lights at two fields in the most recent game tion has observed. areas on the field.” for major sporting ven- between St. Kitts and ues in St. Kitts and Nevis and Grenada be- Each pole has 72 light He also hoped for a Nevis have come under ing played at 3 pm. bulbs. But in one in- quick resolution to the scrutiny as they have stance a pole had up to matter with fixtures- al not been operating toMany football fans 26 lights blown while ready in place for the full capacity in one casemissed the game as they another two had 19 new year. and deemed inadequate were at work during the missing each. in the other. playing of that fixture. “I am hoping that these The non-functioning can be remedied soon. The lights at the Warner Its next-door neigh- lights have resulted in With matches sched- Park football facility bour in Warner Park, dark spots in some areas uled for that venue in were recently deemed the cricket facility that of the field. A far reflec- January, that situation inadequate to play foot- is currently hosting tion of the ability of the does not get worse and ball at night during the the Regional Super infrastructure 50 that was “I am hoping that these the officials rule that the venue is unfit for can be remedied soon. playing.” Other fans have noted With matches sched- that sometimes at night it is difficult to identify uled for that venue in players on the field of play.

January, that situation The Observer spoke with Permanent Secretary in does not get worse the Ministry of Sports Tom Buchanan who in- dicated that work was and the officials rule done on the lights in January but since then a that the venue is unfit lot of them have blown. He said it will take hun- for playing” dreds of thousands of dollars to replace and installed in 2014 andCricket Association, noted that they have dubbed some of the best who highlighted his sent the proposal to the lights in the Caribbean. observations on social government and are media. awaiting approval. Fans who have at- tended Super 50 games“It is with deep - conBuchanan said that at Warner Park have cern that I have been they were also hoping expressed concerns forced to comment on to improve the lights over the lights and have a situation in Warner at the football stadium called for a swift resolu- Park Cricket Stadium. as well as making tion as they fear it may From earlier in the year, improvements to the result in the venue only I observed that some of Kim Collins Athletic hosting day games or the lights on the cricket Stadium. risk losing the ability field were not at the full to host matches in the set. I observed too that He also noted that they future. during the CPL it was are looking to move on worst. Well, this time from the old standard of One such fan is Austin around, with this series lights to LEDs that will Williams, a former sec- taking place it has be- last longer. retary of the St. Kitts come worst with only Page:12 The St.Kitts Nevis Observer - Friday November 22nd, 2019 NewS Nevis woman places in muscle meet The women winner’s of the bikini body competition, from left to right: 1st place New Castle’s Toni Nisbett is awarded her third- Geanna Jules of Antigua, 2nd place place trophy after placing in the FBB LSF Elite Elvina Matthew of St Maarten and in Pro Qualifier held on Nov 16 held on Anguilla. 3rd place Toni Nisbett of Nevis.

By Kenechi Serino the winner would be did her routine with the her nutritionist. She also set her sights on a com- Bakery, Timothy Caines, awarded a pro cardother competitors in the received help from her petition in St. Martin in Joseph Smith, Dr Cardell A New Castle woman’s which would recognise contest who helped her family, including in the July of next year. She is Rawlins, Dexter Bowrin, fitness goals turned into them as a professionalovercome a late onset of form of babysitting her also hoping to do another Mr. & Mrs Orvis Tyson, a third-place finish in an bodybuilder and allow nerves. son. competition in Barbados Stephen Webbe, Jane international bodybuild- them to compete in top in the same month. France & Helen France, ing championship in events around the world. “Leading up to the com- While Nisbett was happy Julian Nisbett Sr. & Mr Anguilla last weekend. petition was very cool. It with her third-place fin- Nisbett’s sponsors in- Julian Nisbett Jr. But taking on the chal- almost feels like a vaca- ish, she is still looking to clude Indian Summer Toni Nisbett placed 3rdlenge meant a lot of tion. But when I got to get her pro card and has Restaurant, Nevis in the bikini fitness- compreparation. In her casethe venue and I saw all petition at IFBB LSF“bikini prep” involved the girls it was a little Elite Pro Qualifier held13 weeks of workingnerve-wracking. I’m not on Nov 16. out five days a aweek, show person, I’ve never twice a day. Cardio been in on stage like that,” There were six otherthe morning on a tread- said Nisbett. women competing in mill, elliptical machine her category who hailed or high-intensity training “One of the girls told me from Antigua, St Martin and weight lifting in the to take deep breaths.” and St Marteen. The afternoon. It also meant competition features eating six times a day-- When the contest win- men and women display- but in carefully selected ners are announced, ing their physiques formeals. the name of every- per judges using routines and son who placed is first poses. Geanna Jules from “No sugar, only water. announced. So when Antigua was the winner Six meals per day. EatingNisbett heard her name of the women’s category. clean. No rice. A lot ofcalled she knew she had Second place was award- vegetables and protein done well. ed to Elvina Matthew such as meat and chicken from St Maarten. and fish. Avocado, coco- “I felt very proud of nut and sweet potato,” myself being it my first “I’m a lover of fitness, said Nisbett. show and I came in third I work out all the time. in all,” she said. Fitness is a lifestyle,” “[Skinless] chicken said Nisbett. breast, that was my main “My goal was to go and source of protein.” present the best effort She said that it was only and my goal was to win. in July when she saw “You have to prepare But I was also being real- her first bodybuildingyour meals in bulk. Take istic and thought if I get competition in St Martin,two meals to work. Eat third I would be happy.” after which she wanted to every two to three hours.” take a shot at it herself. Nisbett said through- “Your goal is to be as out the preparation for “That’s when I decided lean as possible,” said the competition she that this is something that Nisbett. “Hard work received help from a I really wanted to do,” and consistency and you number of sponsors, she said. have to stick to it in order in particular, the Nevis to get a good package for Island Administration Nisbett said she decided your show.” Ministry of Sports and Fit on the Anguilla com- Wellness Centre whose petition because it was For Nisbett, it paid off owner, David Walwyn, smaller and, importantly, in the end when she acted as her coach and as NewS The St.Kitts Nevis Observer - Friday November 22nd, 2019 Page:13 No more wait, Sugar mas 48 is here Time to celebrate Carnival starts now

National Carnival Queen contestants at the opening of Carnival

By Loshaun Dixon The theme for Sugar Mas the Mr. GQ, swimsuit sponsors for coming on“It is a blessed experience He also applauded the 48 is “Why Wait? Let’s competition and early- board and participating to see the kind of skill and many volunteers who en- After months of antici- celebrate Sugar Mas 48!” bird jouvert noting the and the ambassadors talent that the people of sure that the carnival is a pation and teasing from successes they have had who will take part St.in Kittsthe and Nevis have success mas bands and troupes, Chairman for Carnival in diversifying carnival various other events. and I want to encourage the wait for National Noah Mills addressed the events. you to come out.” Carnival dubbed ‘Sugarcrowd dressed as a folk- Mas 48’ is over after lorethe clown and praised all He also hailed last year’s launch in front of thou- who had helped his com- winners who went on to sands at the circus in mittee put on successful represent the Federation downtown Basseterre. carnivals over the past throughout the year not- four years. ing they “have done us The night saw the - par proud.” ticipants for the Miss“This management team Swimsuit contest, Mr for the carnival commit- Mills announced that all of the registration num- bers for Sugar Mas 48 are up. He added that there “It is a blessed experi- will also be a new grand parade route that will be announced in the com- ence to see the kind of ing weeks and that they are also welcoming a skill and talent that the delegation from Antigua including the minister people of St. Kitts and of culture, director and chairperson of Carnival Nevis have and I want and a folklore group “That is because of all to encourage you to the networking from the Department and Carnival committee have been come out.” putting their heads- to gether and ensuring that carnival is no longer a local product but an - in GQ, National Carnivaltee was installed in 2015 ternational cultural and Queen Pageant and the and it would be remiss tourism product,” said Talented Teen Pageant of me not to mention the Mills. make their first publicmany contributors who appearances, introduce have done us well over Ambassador in the themselves to the audi- the past four years.” Ministry of Youth, ence and also draw for Culture and Sports Jonel which companies would He also highlighted some Powell speaking on sponsor them for the of the activities they have behalf of the Minister various shows. introduced including of Culture, hailed the Page:14 The St.Kitts Nevis Observer - Friday November 22nd, 2019 NewS St. Kitts Diabetes Association Hosts Week of Activities World Diabetes Day Celebrated

Prime Minister Dr Timothy Harris finishes the Diabetes walk

By Petra Mc Sheene gave a short speech in able to avoid either dia- which he stated that the betes itself or the com- Walkers pose for a group photo In recognition of Carribean region includ- plications linked to that World Diabetes Day ing St. Kitts and Nevis condition.” on November 14,has a high rate of non- the St. Kitts Diabetes communicable diseases President of the St. Kitts Association hosted a which are attributable to Diabetes Association week of activities which 83 percent of deaths in Christine Wattley en- culminated with a health the public. couraged persons to visit walk on Saturday. their health centres and In an interview with the get regular check-ups. The walk route started at Observer, Dr Reginald the War Memorial and O’Loughlin, the spokes- In a statement given to then to the round-about person for the Diabetesthe Observer, Harris at Eastern Carribean Association, advised spoke about how the Central Bank before persons to follow theturnout of the walk was heading back to the gospel of the associationvery good. He men- memorial. It was well and the advice of medi- tioned that it was his be- lief that more and more people are getting con- scious issues of health and taking control of “Follow the advice of their conditions. your medical people “It is in our power to make alterations to changes in lifestyle so and follow the gospel of physical activity, eating properly, reducing alco- the association.” hol, reducing the usage of tobacco, all of these decisions that we take can lead to a healthier attended by persons incal professionals. St. Kitts and Nevis and I the medical field as well want to encourage that,” as Prime Minister Dr “If you follow the four Harris said. Timothy Harris, other main chapters of the government and parlia- gospel: test regularly; eat The St. Kitts Diabetes mentary officials andright; exercise regularly Association activities persons with diabetesand take your medica- culminated with an and other well-wishers. tions in the disciplined awards banquet held at fashion, it is highly pos- the Royal St. Kitts Hotel. After the walk, Harris sible that you will be NewS The St.Kitts Nevis Observer - Friday November 22nd, 2019 Page:15

Visiting hiker lost on liamuiga found

Tourist reported missing Wednesday

By Kenichi Serino doing a voice search but crater by himself but due to the lack of vis- made a wrong turn on A visiting hiker who be- ibility, they were not able the way back and be- come lost while climbing to locate his exact loca- came lost. He was found Mount Liamuiga, setting tion,” said O’Garro. around mid-morning off rescue teams from and has since been taken St. Kitts’ emergency “Because of this, the to a health facility for services, was found on search had to be aborted.” observation. Thursday morning. A second search was The hiker is not the first to St. Kitts and Nevis Fire organised for the next find trouble while climb- and Rescue Services morning and set out at ing Mount Liamuiga this (SKNFRS) Chief first daylight, at aroundyear. Everette O’Garro told 6am. However, they the Observer that rescue soon learned that the In July, a man on his hon- teams responded to a re- hiker had found his own eymoon fell 50 feet into port that a hiker had be- way down the mountain. the crater after a rope he was using snapped. Clay Chastain of Indiana in “We are learning that the United States was rescued by his wife who the hiker upon day- helped him get to medi- light would have found cal care. In June, a couple hiking his way out of the area around the mountain were in need of rescue where he would have after the man fell ill. His companion, a woman, left him to find help but gotten lost” became lost herself and needed to be rescued. The man was later found dead on the trail. come lost at 5:20pm on “We are learning that Wednesday evening. the hiker upon daylightO’Garro urged new would have found his hikers climbing the The rescue effort includ- way out of the area mountain to do so with ed SKNFRS, National where he would have a professional and to let Emergency Management gotten lost.” others know where they Agency and the St. Kitts are going and when they and Nevis Defence “He was able to traverse are expected to return. Force. his way down the moun- tain where he was lo- “You do so with a profes- “Rescue teams were cated by the authorities,” sional, somebody who there until after midnight said O’Garro. knows the trail so you last night. They were able don’t wind up getting to get an idea of where The fire chief said the lost,” he said. the hiker was located by man had made it up the Page:16 The St.Kitts Nevis Observer - Friday November 22nd, 2019 NewS St. Kitts Nevis Association of retired Persons launched Joins regional Body of retired Persons Associations

By Petra Mc Sheene Hamilton said that he is looking forward to hear- The St Kitts-Nevis ing great things about Launch of Association of Retiredthe group and working SKNARP Persons (SKNARP)alongside them as well. launched on November 12 with the objective toRobertine Chaderton, improve the quality of the founder of SKNARP, life for persons over thesaid although the group age of 50 by providingwas launched already, it a range of products, -seris still in the making and vices and benefits. they are seeking persons to be a part of the group. The new organisation She went on to inform the invited Edward Busher,Observer that the group immediate past presi- is her brain child hav- dent of the Barbadosing resided in Barbados Association of Retiredand was a member of the Persons to be the featured Barbados Association of speaker at their launch. Retired Persons.

Busher informed the “SKNARP is in the final Observer that the stages of formation and SKNARP has is now being created to advo- “An opportunity for persons who have experience and wisdom to come together.”

joined the regional body cate for policies which of associations and plans affect mature persons, were underway to host improve the economic a regional meeting with well-being of members other associations in the and lead positive social future. Other Caribbean change and deliver value islands that have already to people over the age of formed associations of fifty,” said Chaderton. retired persons include Trinidad & Tobago, Chaderton informed Barbados, Grenada andthe Observer that the Jamaica, who just started platinum sponsors of three months ago. the group are Pharmcare and the St. Kitts-Nevis Government Minister National Bank, The Bus Eugene Hamilton shared Driver’s Association, his thoughts with the Warner’s One Stop and Observer on the retired Boozies. persons association in saying it was an oppor- Some of the upcoming tunity for people with events planned for the experience to lift each group include outings, other up. trips to Nevis, cruises and seminar where mat- “It is an excellent idea, -proters that affect persons moted by those who are who are retired will be already retired. It is an -op discussed. portunity for persons who have had some experience In order for one to be and to come together and a part of the group, share their ideas and to they can contact Ms. commune with each other Robertine Chaderton at so that they can lift each 869-465-1011. other up.” NewS The St.Kitts Nevis Observer - Friday November 22nd, 2019 Page:17 New Treasury building to open by month end

By Kenichi Serino open for business next year Construction on the new Nevis Treasury building in Charlestown will be completed at the end of November with a moving in date for workers sometime early next year, according to Nevis Permanent Secretary of Finance Colin Dore.

“Work is scheduled to be completed at the end of this month,” Dore told the Observer.

“In terms of persons moving in, it will be towards the end of January.” Dore said that most of the barricades around the building have been removed ahead of completion. The site still has to be cleaned and fibre cable and other internet tech- nology will have to be set up.

The building was funded with $8.5 million from the Sugar Industry Diversification Fund and was begun on October 2017. It was expected to take between 18-24 months to be completed.

The former Treasury building was destroyed in January 2014 when a fire razed the structure, burning it to the ground. The fire was ruled arson in March of 2014 how- ever no one was ever charged.

Dore previously told the Observer that construction of the building was on budget and would save the Nevis Island Administration almost $250,000 a year in rent that is currently being paid for the IT department, Treasury and Inland Revenue Department. Nevis Permanent Secretary for Finance Colin Dore said the new treasury building is to be completed at the end of this month. The building will have new security features as well as access for the disabled. “In terms of persons moving in, it will be towards the end of January.” Page:18 The St.Kitts Nevis Observer - Friday November 22nd, 2019 NewS Hamilton, Thomas steadies rocking record partnership keeps leewards in contention.

Thomas sweeps during his match-winning innings Hamilton negotiates short delivery in a heroic knock

By Loshaun Dixon Marooners at the the Coolidge Cricket Force six years ago came together at the result after losing Conaree Cricket Centre.ground. at Sabina Park in the crease and rebuilt the two back to back to A match-winning Jamaican capital. innings and gradually Barbados but bouncing partnership of 159 by Thomas and Hamilton It also set an overall grew in their stride as back was great Captain Jahmar shared a record partner- record for the West Earlier in the day, the they thwarted the tactics Hamilton and Devon ship for the fifth wicketIndies Super 50 Cup,Hurricanes had won tried by the Marooners “Me and Thomas weath- Thomas steadied a for the Hurricanes, displacing a stand the of toss and asked the but were met by resis- ered the situation, their rocky Leeward Island eclipsing a stand 147 of between AndreMarooners to bat first.tance from the pair who spinner bowled well but Hurricanes ship to a six-136 between RahkeemMcCarthy and JermaineDespite starts from were pragmatic when once we got through wicket win on Tuesday Cornwall and TeranceBlackwood of Jamaicamany top-order bats- needed and aggressive that situation we knew versus the Combined Warde against Guyana Scorpions against men, they were able to when necessary. it would become easy.” Campuses and Colleges in February 2018 at Trinidad & Tobago Red restrict the Marooners to 190-9 in their 50Thomas hit an unbeaten overs. Paul Palmer got 78 from 91 balls while the top score of 50 from Hamilton stroked 77 not Commenting on how 82 balls while Jonathan out from 114 balls as special was the knock Drakes made 29, and the Hurricanes reached especially in the cir- Gian Benjamin and 191-4 with Hamilton cumstances, Hamilton Jerlarnie Seales both hitting Jordan out of the said it was all about be- got 28. venue to end the game ing positive. in style. In response, the Hurricanes innings The win keeps the were rocking after Hurricanes with a strong “It was about staying Akeem Jordan andchance to advance while positive and keeping Carlos Brathwaite werethe defeat eliminated it simple and giving removed from the defending top champions myself a chance at the order with 32 onMarooners. the crease and not trying board. any risk and it paid off Hurricanes captain today,” said Hamilton. Struggling at 32-4, Hamilton after the game Thomas and Hamilton said it was an important “It was about trying to rebuild a foundation, we kept talking to each other right through and bat as if we are the last wicket. They bowled some good overs we re- spected and we capital- ised on when they gave us bad balls.”

The Leewards play Canada on Friday and the Jamaica Scorpions on Sunday to end the Super 50 group A matches. Jamaica and Barbados are also in contention to qualify. NewS The St.Kitts Nevis Observer - Friday November 22nd, 2019 Page:19 Empowering our Youths to Follow Their Dreams 3rd Annual Minister’s Youth luncheon Students at Youth Luncheon

By Petra Mc Sheene “The aim of the youth is not comfortable with Clarke Primary School, forum is to hear from speaking with the coun- Irish town Primary As part of the an- you. How can we better sellor at the school.” School and Sandy Point nual youth month cel- impact lives of young Primary School. ebrations hosted by the people of St. Kitts and Richards said that the Department of Youth Nevis?” Ministry of Education He went on to further Empowerment, Shawn recognizing that therestate that one of the Richards, Minister of Students were given the is an issue within the things that is done in the Education, youth, sportsopportunity to ask ques- schools took a decision Ministry of Education is and culture hosted his 3rd tions directly to the min- two years prior to ask what is known as ‘safe annual Minister’s Youth ister and during that time, for an additional post schools’ where they look Luncheon at the Ocean one student asked about of school psychologist. at how schools respond Terrace Inn under the mental health asking He added that there has to disasters. theme ‘Empowering Our what is currently being been a difficulty in find- Youths to Follow Their done to assist individuals ing someone with the Dreams.’ who are suffering from relevant education and mental health issues who experience to fill the- parNational Carnival Queen asking a question In his speech, Richards are afraid to speak to ticular post. spoke about the ratio- school counsellors? nale behind the luncheon “We are not just look- noting it was an oppour- Richards stated that the ing for someone with a tunity to ineract with issue has been one plagu- Bachelor’s degree. We the young people of ing the the government for are looking for someone Federation. quite some time. with a Doctorate because we want to give the stu- “This luncheon was ini- “Yes, there are some stu- dents the best person tiated three years ago dents who may not be we can find in terms of to give myself, staff of comfortable going to the providing that particular youth department in St. counsellor in a particular service to our students.” Kitts and in Nevis an -opschool but I think there portunity to liaise with are other persons who Another question was the young persons to hear perhaps will be able to asked by reigning what it is they would like assist those young per- National Carnival Queen to see coming out of the sons. It may be an initial Tawanna Collins in youth department be- conversation with the which she asked, “How cause ultimately we are counsellor who can then can we raise aware- here to serve the young refer that person to some- ness to climate change people,” said Richards. one else if the person among the youths of our federation?”

Richards responded by saing that there needs to be better effort in lim- iting effect of it in the Federation.

“I think we need to be- come more conscious as to how we contribute towards climate change and we can make a better effort in terms of limiting our effects on it.”

Richards said they are very concerned about schools because there are some that are on the coastline such as Tucker Page:20 The St.Kitts Nevis Observer - Friday November 22nd, 2019 NewS Miss Independent makes it two in a row

Queen dominates female calypso show

Miss Independent after capturing the Sugar Mas 48 female Calypso title

By Loshaun Dixon Miss independent by a teacher he will be- thrashed the competi- come a nobody and also For the second straight tion with her song ‘Bad stressing how the entire year Miss Independent Man Point of View’, that community had let him has proven to be tooscored 417 points. The down resulting in him much for the other fe- song highlights a testi- becoming a murderer. male calypsonians in the mony of a young man Federation, once again on trial for murder and First runner up was Lady Destiny who amassed 387 points singing a song dubbed “Me father send me” that highlighted Miss independ- social ills affecting the Federation that has been bothering her father King ent thrashed the Meeko, a legendary ca- lypsonian, who had to retire due to throat issues, competition with The song was about her coming to deliver his her song ‘Bad Man message to the people. She received loud cheers from the audience fol- Point of View’, lowing her rendition of the song in which she finished with a crown- be copping the female - cagiving a synopsis of what ing placed on the top of lypso title and the firstgot him to that place. her head. major prize for Sugar Mas 48. Dressed as a prisoner in Second runner up was the traditional blue denim Queen Kibby who was Defeating a competition attire, Miss Independent one point behind Lady of seven other partici- portrayed the young Destiny with 386 points pants, Miss Independent man giving a story to the with her song “ Mind finished 30 points aheadjudge explaining that he your own Business” that of her nearest competitorwas told by his mother criticises the use of so- as she continues to domi- that he would become cial media being used nate the calypso arena in just like his father who to spread rumours about St. Kitts and Nevis. was a bandit, being told other people. NewS The St.Kitts Nevis Observer - Friday November 22nd, 2019 Page:21 Page:22 The St.Kitts Nevis Observer - Friday November 22nd, 2019 AdverTiSemeNTSNewS Most people have misconceptions of dementia: study New study of developing

world Alzheimer’s Members of Alzheimer’s Associations from throughout the Caribbean pose at the Alzheimer’s Disease International regional conference held in Jamaica earlier this month.

By Kenichi Serino topics of discussion atanyone who has anything Rawlins said countries have not cre- Chile have plans. the Alzheimer’s Disease to do with a person with ated their own national Most people erroneously International regional dementia,” said Rawlins. Many developing nations Alzheimer’s plans. She “It’s not as if we are be- believe that dementia meeting which was held do not know their de- said that in the whole of hind but we need to work is caused by normal in Jamaica from Nov 6 She added that the study mentia prevalence rate asthe Americas only six on it,” Rawlins said. ageing and one in four to 7. was important, as little they have not been able countries, Canada, the incorrectly believe that information about de- to do their own studies. United States, Cuba, there is nothing that can She said an even more mentia in developingRawlins noted that many Costa Rica, Mexico and be done about it, this valuable study was countries such as St Kitts according to a study re- currently underway. and Nevis is available. leased earlier this month Describing it as “a huge on Alzheimer’s and project”, she said the It would examine the dementia. Strengthening Responses economic costs of de-

“When they have finished their study they will know for sure what is the prevalence and they will know what is the experience for family mem- bers, carers, government and insti- tutions, anyone who has anything to do with a person with dementia.”

Dr Joan Rawlins of the to Dementia (STRIDE) mentia to both family Alzheimer’s Association study was the first of its members and the govern- of St. Kitts and Nevis kind to examine the ef- ment as well as its im- said this was the result of fect of Alzheimer’s and pact on Gross Domestic a survey done of 70,000 dementia in the develop- Product. It will also look people in 55 counties. ing countries. at stigmas around the disease. “Two in three people STRIDE is being done think dementia is caused in conjunction with “It’s going to be a huge by normal ageing. It isn’t the London School of huge study. And then really. One in four think Economics and will be when that is done and there is nothing we can conducted in seven coun- presented this research to do to prevent dementia tries: Jamaica, South the government they will when there is something Africa, India, Indonesia,understand what policies we can do,” said Rawlins. Kenya, Mexico andthey will have to put into Brazil place to ensure there is a “We can change our diet, better life for people with get a heart-healthy diet, “When they have- dementia fin and their care- get exercise, get enough ished their study they givers,” said Rawlins. rest and we will cer- will know for sure what tainly reduce our risk of is the prevalence and “We’ll really be able to dementia.” they will know what is say what the prevalence the experience for family is, we’ll have our preva- Rawlins said the members, carers, govern- lence rate.” study was one of the ment and institutions, AdverTiSemeNTSNewS The St.Kitts Nevis Observer - Friday November 22nd, 2019 Page:23 Page:24 The St.Kitts Nevis Observer - Friday November 22nd, 2019 NewS Tough time for Sugar Boyz in Nations league

SKN relegated to league C The Sugar Boyz play Grenada at Warner park last Thursday.

By Loshaun Dixon valiant game creating most of the goal-scoring oppor- of position. tunities in the match up after Rowan Liburd, Givuane The St. Kitts and Nevis National Football team has Amory and Tishan Hanley all had opportunities to put Despite the difficulties, the St. Kitts team opened the endured a torrid time during this round of fixtures ofthem ahead in the first half. scoring with Tyquan Terrell who got his first senior the CONCACAF Nations League, drawing a game at international goal but the home side proved too much home and losing on the road where several players In the second half, both sides were clearly suffering for the Sugar Boyz as Jessy Marigard got the equal- missed their match due to flight problems. the effects of the heat and play was a more subdued izer with his first goal of the tournament for French affair, especially with the Grenadians who were hap- Guiana in the 19th minute. On Thursday, the Sugar Boyz faced Grenada at py pursuing a draw that would have seen them qualify Warner Park, a game rescheduled to 3pm due to thefor the Gold Cup as Group winners. A second wind He then gave them a lead 10 minutes later before Joel poor lighting at the facility. This meant the game hadfrom the SKN team late in the game almost found a Sarrucco put the icing on the victory in the second to be played in the heat of the day with stoppages forwinner but both sides had to settle for a 0-0 draw. half, making the score 3-1 to the home team. water and the Sugar Boyz having no true home -ad vantage as many fans missed the game because they The second game against French Guiana played in The loss means Saint Kitts and Nevis has finished in had to work. that country saw the St. Kitts and Nevis field only last place in the group and relegation to League C. 13 players as a number of players failed to arrive in Despite those challenges, the Sugar Boyz played a time for the game. This left some having to play out Triathlon Delivers Economically For Nevis

Saturday’s Nevis triathlon is a result of resulted from triathlon to secure promotionalGraphics and Printing, their coordinator, Mrs. Triathlon, hosted at hard work and a sign of stays, and an assessed benefits through- Islander spon Watersports, Govanie Manners- Oualie Beach and the the direction in which EC$140,000.00, be- sorship deals with TDC the Group of Hendrickson, for their last of Nevis’ sport- thetour Nevis Triathlon is yond accommodation event, including Rams Companies, and the dedication and effort. ism events for the year, headed. We are both expenditure, was spentSupermarkets, which Oualie Beach Resort celebrated its 18th an- pleased and encour- by those who traveled to continued its long run- for their sponsorships, Nevis Multisport is a niversary by attracting aged,” Race organizer Nevis for the triathlon. ning sponsorship as the as well as the triathlon’s not-for-profit organiza- the most international Greg Phillip said. Airlift to and from the official supermarket of three strategic part- tion based on Nevis. Its participants in years Federation also gained the Nevis Triathlon ners, the Nevis Tourism aim is to host quality and delivering a posi- Of the 48 participants,as all the international Authority, Book Nevis, sporting events and to tive economic impact, 28 were from outsidetriathletes flew in, the This year, the Nevis and Always Aim High attract active travelers according to organizers. St. Kitts and Nevis. The majority of them with Cooperative Credit Triathlon in the UK. and locals to participate United Kingdom had bikes. Union joined the ranks in them. Currently the “The international 16 athletes in the field. of sponsors as a partner- Nevis Multisport also Nevis Triathlon and the composition of the- Ancom estimated ninety Local businesses ing financial institution. expressed thanks to Nevis Marathon and petitors in this year’sroom nights directly took the opportunityThe event thanked GMP all the volunteers and Running Festival are its AdverTiSemeNT The St.Kitts Nevis Observer - Friday November 22nd, 2019 Page:25 Page:26 The St.Kitts Nevis Observer - Friday November 22nd, 2019 NewS Senior Minister Amory Commends Church organizations for

Community outreach SKNIS Photo 1: (seated left to right) Acting Governor-General His Excellency Michael Morton and Mrs. Morton, Senior Minister Amory, and Permanent Secretary Ron Dublin-Collins with awardees

Government officials and to 10 months,” Senior January 2019 to provide members of the church Minister Amory stated, support for students, fraternity came together referring to the Peace teachers and parents in Thursday at Government Initiative between rival personal, moral, emo- House to celebrate, en- gangs and the establish- tional and spiritual - de courage, recognize, and ment of alternative en- velopment matters. join in fellowship and gagement opportunities applaud the community for at-risk youth. Honourable Amory service of five Christian thanked church mem- organizations recognized Several members of the bership for the “ongo- as this year’s recipients church community are ing prayers and support of the Third Annual directly involved in the for the policies of the Ecclesiastical Affairs Peace Initiative, acting government to ensure Outstanding Community as liaisons between the that we have an environ- Outreach Awards. The Faith Tabernacle Church of God“We can look to the Ministries, Gideon St. Kitts Camp, Methodist Radio Network, period of peace Moravian Church (Bethesda-New Dawn), and the Rivers of Living which we have had Water Christian Centre were all recognized by the award pro- in the last eight to gramme, organized by the Ministry of Labour, Social Security and 10 months,” Ecclesiastical Affairs, designed to deepen the relationship between faith-based institutions Senior Minister and the community they serve. Amory stated, Senior Minister and Minister responsible for Ecclesiastical Affairs, security forces and the ment in our communities the Honourable Vance gangs. Other churches [where] peace abounds, Amory, congratulated have introduced ac- and we can live in safe- the evening’s awardees, tivities such as after ty,” and said the awards noting the work that is school programmes tostand as a tangible repre- undertaken by churches engage young people.sentation of the govern- around St. Kitts and Further, the Ministry of ment’s support for the Nevis is having a real Ecclesiastical Affairs excellent work being impact. has received tremendous carried out by the faith- support from churches based institutions and is “We can look to the- pefor its National School designed to encourage riod of peace which weChaplaincy Programme other agencies involved have had in the last eight (NSCP, launched in in similar activities. NewS The St.Kitts Nevis Observer - Friday November 22nd, 2019 Page:27 Page:28 The St.Kitts Nevis Observer - Friday November 22nd, 2019 NewS NewS The St.Kitts Nevis Observer - Friday November 22nd, 2019 Page:29 Prime Minister attends Harvest Thanksgiving Service at St. John’s Capisterre

Prime Minister Harris with members of Constituency Number Seven Group pictured outside the St. John’s Parish Church in Bellevue, after the With Prime Minister national service, not in much better than buying Dr. the Hon. Timothy military as it is done in food from abroad when Harvest Thanksgiving Service. Harris in attendance, the some countries through- we could grow it here.” Rev. Canon P. Allister out the world, but a food Rawlins of the St. production agriculture Prime Minister Harris John’s Parish Church,programme where we said the message of food St. John’s Capisterre,could plant crops, we security is an important with St. Mary’s, Dieppecan raise chicken, we one. He noted a goal Bay, talked of the- can deli raise cows and of the administration is cate state of food secu- goats so we can feed to take the country to a rity while delivering the ourselves… after those place where it produces sermon at the Harvest two years then we can most of what it needs in Thanksgiving Service go to college and be terms of fruits, vegeta- Sunday. whatever else we want bles, meat products and to be,” Rev Rawlins fisheries, and that the “We are not growing said after the service. pastor’s message was enough food as we used one of citizens’ empow- to. We live in a country Rev Rawlins, who later erment to take control that is called Liamuiga officiated at a second of their life and destiny. which means ‘fertile Harvest Thanksgiving land’ and yet we are de- Service at St. Paul’s In the past, he said, pendent on other people Parish Church, St.the government would for our food produc- Paul’s Capisterre, fearshave pushed the idea tion,” lamented Rev. if the country does not of backyard gardens Rawlins on the coun- do anything about the where every household try’s has poor harvests. food situation, people makes a conscious ef- will continue to go fort to engage in some With a variety of freshly down the road of -depenform of food production harvested food crops dency. He observed that activity. Technology is and fruits on display, the the country spends a lot such that a lot can be Harvest Thanksgiving of money on importa- done through hydropon- service held in Year tion of food from North ics and other traditional C - 23rd Sunday afterAmerica and South methods. Pentecost attendees in- America and recalled cluded Prime Minister after the hurricanes of “…We are in full sup- and Area Parliamentary 2017 the country could port of the message of Representative, Dr. not get vegetables and the pastor. From today Harris, accompanied fruits that normally we think that the Rev by Ambassador His come from Dominica Father was correct in Excellency Michael and St. Vincent. making an appeal for Powell and a contin- us as a country to be- gent of Constituency “We have Harvest come more focused and Number Seven Group Thanksgiving Service consistent in initiatives members. every year around this leading to food securi- time,” commented Rev ty,” he said. “The Father “I think it is important Rawlins. “It used to be a wants agriculture to fea- for us to think deeply lot more produce than it ture in national service about how we are go- is now because not too as a way to enhance ing to feed ourselves. I many people are plant- food security. The mat- talked about an idea that ing any more. We would ter has not been dis- I have that we should want people to grow cussed by the Cabinet, have some sort of pro- more food not only to and the compulsory gramme where once bring to the Harvest National Service has you leave high school Thanksgiving Service not been addressed.” everybody should have but so that we can feed to do a year or two of ourselves, which is Page:30 The St.Kitts Nevis Observer - Friday November 22nd, 2019 NewS

CSEC Valedictorian of CSS Ms. Shanya Taylor, valedicto- rian for the Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate (CSEC) Graduating Class of 2019 in the Charlestown Secondary School’s (CSS) Graduating Class of 2019, delivering here valedictory speech during the Charlestown tells fellow graduands Secondary School and Nevis Sixth Form College Graduation anything is possible and Prize-giving Ceremony at the

Ms. Shanya Taylor, begin to build their fu- the new era where we said. “My peers and I significance as we have were many times where valedictorian for the ture, and reminded them are not just stuck in the have all accomplished put much effort for the we thought that we Caribbean Secondary they now have the tools norm. However, with all one of the major early last five years — a third would not have reached Education Certificatenecessary to do so. of that being said, and all milestones of our lives of our lives thus far, and the finishing line, but (CSEC) in the that is hoped for, I hope — high school. This to being able to stand those struggles have Charlestown Secondary “As we all continue on that this is not just the is a major step in here the today and say that only made this moment School’s (CSS) in our lives, let us take same but in reality, mea- journey of our lives, we’ve earned the right sweeter,” she said. Graduating Class ofeach new problem on sures are put in place to one that should be rec- to be here. It was by no 2019, told fellow - gradwith confidence know- achieve this goal,” she ognised for its immense means easy and there uands their graduation ing that we have all said. “In order for stu- from high school should achieved great heights, dents’ minds to be trans- serve as a reminder and are equipped with formed, school and by that anything is - posthe necessary tools extension teachers need sible while delivering to tackle our futures. to be equipped with the her valedictory speech We’ve made it this far. necessary tools needed at the Charlestown Why should we back to do this. Too many Secondary School out now? Nothingtimes I can recall teach- and Nevis Sixthworthwhile Form is easy, and ers saying they cannot College Graduation that andincludes making do this or that because Prize-giving Ceremonythe most out of our fu- they do not have this for the 173-membertures but that does not or that. Who are left to graduating class of mean we give up on suffer? The students. 2019 held at the ourselves. Nevis We will keep Congratulations class of Cultural Village pushing on because we 2019.” Nov. 13. know we can achieve our dreams and because “Life is about growing we are worth it,” she and having new oppor- said. “Let us believe in Ms. Taylor also had kind tunities to continue to ourselves so we may words for their teachers grow and to learn new reach our goal and ful- and other staff members skills that will stay with fil our dreams. Let usat CSS for their passion us for the rest of our be the best that we can and dedication shown lives. This accomplish- be so that we may fill to them as students. She ment should serve as our lives and the lives told they had contrib- a launching point pro- of those closest to us uted to their successful jecting us to wherever with happiness and with completion of their high our futures are meant pride. We’ve already school years, and they to take us, whether we taken the first step appreciated by the endless land ourselves a career, making it to this cer- work they had put in to take up a trade or con- emony today. Now it’s get them to complete tinue our education at time to take it to the nexttheir SBAs (School college or vocational or steps in the journey that Based Assessments) technical school,” she is our lives and begin to and prepare for exams. said. “This graduation build our futures.” has already shown us She also thanked par- how we are all capableMs. Taylor also had ents, family, friends and of accomplishing our some advice for educa- well-wishers on behalf goals when we com- tion authorities, urg- of the graduating class mit ourselves to them. I ing them to ensure for their contributions hope all of us here today everything is in placeto theirto success. can take this personal achieve students’ trans- accomplishment as an formation while reflect- “Parents, we would like example of how any- ing on the theme for the to thank you for your thing is truly possible graduation ceremony. overwhelming support – when we put our minds financially, emotionally, to it.” “As I speak of our fu- physically, socially and ture endeavours and the list goes on. Thank The top CSEC student reflect on the you theme for putting up with urged her fellow grad- of this graduation us from our nose pick- uands to be confident‘Transforming minds, ing days to raging hor- when tackling prob- enriching the future!’ monal I break downs. lems, they would face must say that I am elated Through it all you have moving forward as they that we are moving with been our rocks…,” she NewS The St.Kitts Nevis Observer - Friday November 22nd, 2019 Page:31 AdverTiSemeNT The St.Kitts Nevis Observer - Friday November 22nd, 2019 Page:32