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VOLUME 16, NUMBER 24 DECEMBER 15th, 2008 North Abaco celebrated One Bahamas Guests included Governor General and Olympian Gold Medalist By Vernique Russell Patriotism, pride and nationalism defi- nitely set the mood as North Abaconians gathered at the S.C. Bootle High School for the One Bahamas Celebration 2008 on November 27. The celebration began back in the 90s by Sir Orville Turnquest, then Governor General of the Bahamas. Since then during the month of November a week has been assigned to reflect on what makes us Bahamians and what unites us as one country. With a cool Atlantic breeze blowing, One Bahamas was portrayed in songs, ring games and dances done by students from North Abaco. The schools brought forth their best choirs, dancers and soloists to complete the celebrations. These renditions truly brought out what it means to be Bahamian. In attendance was Sir Orville Turnquest, Sir Durward Knowles and other dignitar- ies from Nassau and Abaco. Sir Orville Turnquest, the Father of One Bahamas, encouraged the students to remember that we are one, no matter which island we hail Sir Durward Knowles was part of the group visiting North Abaco to celebrate One Bahamas. He is shown here giving representa- from. Sir Durward Knowles urged those tives of each of the schools in North Abaco a DVD copy of his life story. He was the first Bahamaian to win a gold medal in the Olympics and it was in sailing. Please see One Bahamas Page 13 Armed Robbery ends in Murder U.S. Ambassador visited By Julian Lockhart Shots rang through the peaceful silence of Central Abaco Primary Marsh Harbour on November 27th when two The U.S. Ambassa- young men from New Providence took the dor to The Bahamas, life of Abaco resident Dion Brendon Strachan, Mr. Neil Siegel, vis- 25. He was working at his father’s store, M ited Central Abaco & R Food Store on Crockett Drive in Marsh Primary School on Harbour, when two men entered the store in November 24. After an attempt to rob it shortly before 8 p.m. A a program that the short while later Dion Strachan was killed when students put on in his shot multiple times to the body. The thieves got honour, he spoke to away with approximately $1,300 in cash from them about the impor- the store. Dion’s father, Roderick Strachan, had tance of reading and left the shop minutes previously to take a cus- read to them a chapter Please see Page 14 from the book Morn- Murder Murder victim Deon Strachan ing Girl. The story is significant because it shows the importance Housing Minister pleased of sharing emotions with family. While on with new houses Abaco he was hosted by the Abaco Club on Winding Bay, visited the new development at Schooner Bay and was hosted by Baker’s Bay Golf and Ocean Club on Great Gua- na Cay. See story on page 6.

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The Abaconian PRSRT STD Stuart Web Inc. US POSTAGE 1521 SE Palm Ct PAID Stuart, FL 34994 WEST PALM BCH FL Forward and Address Correction Permit NO 4595 The Minister of Housing, the Hon. Kenneth Russell, center, inspected the houses under construction in Spring City being built by government. Accompanying him were Mr. Melvin Seymour, the Hon. Brensil Rolle, both from the Ministry of Housing, and Administrator Cephas Cooper. See story on page 2. Page 2 Section A The Abaconian December 15, 2008 Minister updated community on housing By Mirella Santillo Mr. Melvin Seymour, officials of the Min- the Ministry is currently building some 76 The size of the homes ranges from 800 The government’s housing programme istry of Works, Ministry of Health, Water houses in the Spring City Subdivision and to 1200 square feet with either two or three that started in Nassau and Freeport contin- and Sewerage and the Bahamas Electricity that a large number of those are nearing bedrooms and will be sold at prices rang- ues on Abaco with 76 homes under con- Corporation. completion. ing from $50,000 to $80,000. Already 160 struction in Spring City and the Ministry of Mr. Russell’s first stop was in Spring “We are hoping that quite a number of would-be “first time homeowners” have Housing offering local residents additional City at a three-bedroom house close to them would be completed for Christmas so applied to buy the houses that are to be fully serviced lots to carry out their own completion. He described the Spring City that people could move in them and bring built. The whole project called for a total construction both in Spring City and the Housing Subdivision as the continuation of new life here to Spring City,” he stated. of 319 lots to be developed. Mr. Russell Central Pines Subdivision in Marsh Har- a dream. “Spring City was a historic place “What impressed me the most is that the hopes that people will be lured to Spring bour. and the intention was to bring Spring City workmen here on Abaco are working dili- City by the reasonable prices to buy the To follow up on the progress and inform back to life. I think looking around at not gently to complete these house at top qual- reminder of the vacant lots and build for the community at large on what to expect, just the number of houses here, but the ity,” he said. themselves. He mentioned that financing is the Minister of Housing, the Hon. Ken- quality of houses so far; it is a wonder- While pointing out that they are current- available through the Bahamas Mortgage neth Russell, visited Abaco to inspect the ful testament for a city that was built here ly constructing 76 homes at Spring City, Corporation with five percent down pay- new phase of construction in Spring City many years ago during the pine days,” he Mr. Russell said it is his Ministry’s inten- ment or through private banks. The gov- and the building sites in Central Pines. Ac- said. tion to build a total of 100 homes there. ernment has plans available for building companying Mr. Russell was a delegation Mr. Russell pointed out that there are He expects all the homes to be completed low cost homes. Anyone using these plans including the Parliamentary Secretary in several models of houses being construct- by the first half of next year. Seventeen the Ministry of Housing, the Hon. Bren- ed in Spring City, making it attractive to contractors are doing the construction and Please see Housing Page 16 zil Rolle, the Acting Permanent Secretary, many potential dwellers. He added that inspectors are on site daily.

Fifteen of the houses under construction in Spring City are nearing completion. This is the kitchen in the main room of a three-bedroom two-bathroom house. Early indications are Mr. Kenneth Russell and his group were pleased with the quality of construction of the that this is a popular model. On the left is the Hon. Brensil Rolle, Parliamentary Secre- government-built houses in Spring City. Seventeen contractors are working on houses and tary in the Ministry of Housing, and on the right are the Hon. Kenneth Russell, Minister the construction is inspected daily. The new houses are creating a new greatly upgraded of Housing, and Mr. Melvin Seymour, Acting Permanent Secretary. look to this community. Lots are available for those wanting to open businesses there.

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Mr. Siegel visited Central Abaco Primary School to encourage the students to read more. He is shown here greeting individual students at the largest school on Abaco with more than 700 students.

The U.S. Amabassador to The Bahamas, Mr. Neil Siegel, was hosted by the Abaco Club Support the Cancer Society of Winding Bay. He is shown here with Mr. Floyd Swain, general manager, who showed Donate Used Items to Be Sold in Mr. Siegel around. Mr. Siegel is traveling to several Out Islands to acquaint himself with Their Thrift Shop • Call 367-3744 for info the country. December 15, 2008 The Abaconian Section A Page 7

MESSAGE FROM THE PRIME MINISTER COMMONWEALTH OF THE BAHAMAS RT. HON. HUBERT A. INGRAHAM It is once again my great pleasure to extend warm greetings to all residents and visitors to Abaco’s shores during this Christmas Season.

Christmas traditionally brings our generosity of spirit and friendship to the forefront. Indeed, I am always proud of the bigheartedness of Abaconians not just at Christmas time but throughout the year.

It is all the more important that we use the Christmas season as is our custom, to share with friends and neighbours and especially with the less fortunate.

I hope that Abaconians and other Bahamians throughout our island communities will make welcome all those who are away from their families and friends and who find themselves in our midst during this Holy Season.

I am very pleased to use this occasion to acknowledge and thank the many individuals and busi- nesses who respond positively throughout the year to those in need.

I thank also those in government service, in the uniform branches, in our schools, in our clinics, in social services and in the wider administrative and technical public service for their continued efforts to serve the Bahamian people here in Abaco.

On behalf of the Government of The Bahamas, my family and myself, I am pleased to wish you a blessed, peaceful and safe Christmas, and the joy that only Christ can bring.

Hubert A. Ingraham 10 December, 2008 Page 8 Section A The Abaconian December 15, 2008 The Editor Says . . . Our Christmas traditions continue With the site prepared, power and lights On December 19 the popular boating the works with one of the largest being the installed and major entertainment sched- parade will be held in Marsh Harbour. It 100 low cost houses scheduled for Spring uled, the committee has been left to fill is scheduled to begin at the Marsh Har- City. Seventy of these houses are under the entertainment gaps with local talent. bour Marina and will circle the harbour construction now by 17 different contrac- This can be accomplished with a much one or more times. Tidal restrictions are tors. This project fulfills two basic needs: smaller budget. Craftsmen, food vendors, likely to limit the boats to outboard power putting people to work and providing low Junkanoo groups and musicians are being or shallow draft vessels. This was always cost housing which is in great demand on contacted as well as schools and service a popular event, but the fireworks at the Abaco. These are not give-away houses clubs with their displays and fund raising conclusion may have had a hand in the high but will be paid for by conventional mort- schemes. attendance. Present budgets do not allow gage payments. It is encouraging to see the festival back fireworks which are expensive. Other public works programs are sched- on track, even though the small volunteer Several towns are planning celebrations uled with a similar dual purpose, to stim- team is having to work overtime to put it near Christmas. Santa will be making his ulate the local economy with jobs and to all together. appearance in many communities. benefit us with some projects which have Dave Credit for putting this event back on the These Christmas events are basically been scheduled for some time. Construc- Ralph calendar is due our representative for North community oriented for local residents, but tion of a 60,000-square foot administrative Abaco, who happens to be the Prime Min- they always welcome visitors. complex is expected to start early in 2009. ister. He made a few phone calls and things World news on the television is rather This will house many government agen- It was announced in the fall that Marsh began to take shape. Our representative for bleak, but Abaco has weathered downturns cies and departments. Additional low cost Harbour’s annual Christmas Festival had to South Abaco, Mr. Edison Key, was quietly in the economy in the past. Several ear- subdivisions are on government’s drawing be cancelled. People were disappointed as working in the background to see that the lier recessions in the United States were board. this was a popular and widely anticipated BAIC site was properly prepared. barely felt here. Abaco seems to survive Although our economy is not robust, we event. Then, with the Prime Minister’s en- On a smaller scale, central government these periods better than other areas in the have much to be thankful for. With all the couragement, it was resurrected but with lit- is assisting North Abaco in having a simi- Bahamas. strife and hardship in the world, we live tle time for properly organizing the details. lar festive evening by providing the Royal We hope that our Christmas visitors will in a quiet and peaceful country. May we For the past several years it has easily Bahamas Police Marching Band and Pop arrive in acceptable numbers. Let us hope enjoy the many freedoms which millions been the single largest event on Abaco, Band as the prime entertainment. With our that Abaco’s appeal remains strong and that do not have. Let us be thankful and en- drawing young and old people from the economy showing signs of decline, Mr. our visitor arrival numbers stay steady. joy these holiday festivities with family, length of Abaco including the cays. As Ingraham is looking for ways to bolster As a boost to the Abaco economy, sev- friends and neighbours. previously staged, it had live entertain- people’s spirits over the holidays. eral government capital programs are in ment, Santa Claus, food, arts and crafts, games, even a dog show, appealing to a wide range of people. We estimate that in the course of the day several thousand people attended. There Letters to the Editor was a continuous flow of persons arriving and leaving throughout the afternoon and An Invitation to like being part of an artist’s painting and cost cannot be that high. Why are we back evening. being included in a much bigger picture. in the dark ages? The site where the event was held in Our Visitors Maybe some get a thrill from watching I am sure there are other needs at the Dear Editor, previous years was not available. Finding one of our many lovely sunsets. I can also clinic, but I think this would be a good No ordinary camera is powerful enough another location did not seem feasible as feel a bit dreamy and nostalgic seeing the start. How can we continue to promote to capture what I experienced last night. there were no funds to prepare an alternate sun go down. But what I really love is to ourselves as a top tourist destination when The fact that there was no moon was part location. wake up early enough to see one of our not even the basic health care services are of the reason for the phenomenon. The With little time to organize, the BAIC fantastic sunrises. When the purples turn available. Baker’s Bay even has it in their night was more than a little cool without a site was put at the committee’s disposal. to pinks and the pinks to gold, they are like brochure that in the event of an emergency whisper of a breeze and no visible rain in The committee had a little over three a light show that is gone in the blink of at their property, their guests will be flown sight anywhere around. The velvety black weeks to get the site ready and schedule an eye, yet is unforgettable and starts each by helicopter to the mini hospital in Marsh night sky seemed to surround me like a booths and events. We know their dedica- new day with brand new hope. Harbour. (the helicopter is another story!) cloak and the stars sparkled like tiny dia- tion and we are confident the event will be At this particular time of the year, we but what mini hospital are they referring monds. a success. truly have so much to be thankful for. One to? I realize it is not ours alone, but is the For those not familiar with this new of the things I’m thankful for is the beauty During election time Abaco was prom- same sky seen by millions of other people location, it is on Don MacKay Boulevard that surrounds us in the sky. So I encourage ised a mini hospital in the FNM manifesto. all over our world. However, I do not be- in Marsh Harbour across the street from all our visitors to step outside some dark With the amount of tourist revenue that lieve it could have been more spectacular the BEC office. It is the BAIC site for a night and drink in the incredible beauty, a Abaco generates I would think this would anywhere else on this earth than it was last future farmer’s market and craft center picture only God could paint. be a priority. Edison? Hubert? night in Cherokee Sound, Abaco, in the with a park-like atmosphere. The present Lee Pinder Troy Don Albury northern Bahamas at 27.50 degrees South improvements will be utilized as the park Great Guana Cay latitude by 76.50 degrees North longitude Abaco needs a is developed. on this the 27th day of November in the An appeal to support With the committee’s limited funding, mini-hospital year of our Lord 2008. central government made several major Dear Editor, Hope Town’s pool How lucky we are to live in such a beau- contributions to make sure the event was I wrote a letter about six months ago in Dear Abaco Residents and Community tiful place. Yes, we have the lovely warm successful. First, the site was quickly grad- reference to the lack of a proper medical Pool Supporters: sun by day, but it is the nights that take your ed and rolled to a smooth surface. Second, facility on Abaco. This situation continues, It has been brought to my attention that breath away. All is quiet, all is serene and on short notice BEC installed several poles and now the situation has become even Elbow Cay Properties has been shoulder- peaceful and your eyes are pulled upward with floodlights and outlets for musicians more urgent as one of the private doctors ing much of the burden of the increased into the heavens. You can’t look away, all and food vendors. Third, the Royal Baha- has now discontinued all after-hour emer- electrical cost to operate the community you can do is stare in amazement. You can mas Defense Force Band will perform at gency care and is directing all after-hour pool. With this increasing debt, they have only feel small, insignificant and unimport- central government’s expense. These three emergencies to the government clinic. made the decision to shut down the pool at ant in such an awesome production. Yet it items would have consumed more funds Over the past year I have had the op- the end of the summer. As a contributor is comforting. Maybe because of its bril- than the committee had available. portunity to take four persons with broken to the pool I have no personal interest in liance we know we are part of a larger plan bones to seek medical attention in Marsh this venture other than the benefit to the Harbour. Because they were all visitors community. and the incidents occurred after hours, we I am writing this letter in hopes that the The Abaconian Abaco’s most complete newspaper 7,500 copies have had no choice but to take them to the deficit in financing for the pool lies in a David & Kathleen Ralph Inquire for advertising rates Published twice monthly government clinic. lack of understanding and communication. Editors & Publishers As soon as you arrive at the clinic, the The increase in power bills has affected ev- (U.S. address) Phone 242-367-2677 doctor takes one look at the patient and eryone here and in the US. It is something P O Box AB 20551 990 Old Dixie Hwy #14 FAX 242-367-3677 says “gotta go to Nassau.” Can you believe we can all understand. If this deficit is not Marsh Harbour, Abaco, Bahamas Lake Park, FL 33403 Email: [email protected] that the Marsh Harbour government clinic brought to the attention of the committee Photo credit: Tuppy Weatherford for parrot & lighthouse on page 1 does not have an X ray machine? Even and the community, the pool will be closed for a simple fracture there is nothing they to the detriment of the children of Abaco. Reporters/Writers: Samantha Evans, Jennifer Hudson, Julian Lockhart, Vernique Russell, can do. I can understand for a major com- After seeing a couple of the swim meets, Mirella Santillo pound or open fracture they might have to I was inspired by the dedication of the kids Contributors: Cleola Pinder, Lee Pinder be flown out but for a simple break? to be able to participate in a team sport, If there was an X ray machine, simple something not widely available to them fractures could be fixed at the government here. The children compete as individu- Free at over 100 Abaco locations from Grand Cay to Moore’s Is. Subscribe NOW clinic. Many times there might not even be als, as members of a team AND for their Subscription rate $20.00 Abaco $25 other Bahamas Order form on Page 9 a break but a bad sprain and for this reason communities. Because they have this op- (One Year) $45.00 USA $65 Canada - airmail persons have to go to Nassau or Florida to have an X-ray? Two private doctors in $95.00 UK, Europe & Caribbean - surface Please see Letters Page 23 Marsh Harbor have X ray machines so the December 15, 2008 The Abaconian Section A Page 9 Conference showed uses of GIS technology By Jennifer Hudson cies that use GIS Education and immediate past President of hamas has to catch up with the use of this The 2nd GIS User Conference was held November 19, the first day of the con- the College of The Bahamas. “GIS is used technology as an integral part of agencies’ at the Abaco Beach Resort from November ference, marked the celebration of GIS in many areas, has countless applications workflow processes. We have started this 19-21. The theme for this year’s confer- Day. Ms. Antonique Sweeting, GIS Ana- and is a powerful tool,” he told the group. process by innovative work undertaken to ence was Advancing GIS Technology One lyst, BNGIS Centre, in her welcome ad- “You must take advantage of the oppor- develop draft GIS legislation in collabora- Island at a Time. This is the first time the dress explained the meaning of GIS Day tunities to be exposed to the cutting edge tion with over 40 governmental agencies as conference has been held on Abaco; the ini- and the purpose of the conference. “This is technology of GIS. This marks a special well as those operating under the Ministry tial conference was held last year on New a grass roots event celebrated by thousands occasion in the BGIS Centre in collabora- of the Environment. Only GIS technology Providence. The conference was hosted by of people all over the world and formal- tion with the Ministry of Education for ex- allows you to store and manipulate infor- the Bahamas National Geographic Informa- izes the practice of GIS users opening their ploring ways of advancing GPS. We must mation using geography and to analyze tion Systems (BNGIS) Centre, Ministry of doors to the public to showcase real world ensure that the Bahamas has a trained work patterns, relationships and trends in that the Environment, in collaboration with the applications of this important technology in force to take on increasing demands and information to help policy makers make Local Government of Central Abaco. Ad- an effort to build vibrant GIS communities this will involve GIS.” better decisions.” Ms. Albury quoted the ministrator Cephas Cooper played a role throughout the world and in The Bahamas. Keynote speaker for the second day of Minister of State for the Environment, the in the organization of the conference and Persons are here from Abaco, New Provi- the conference was Ms. Carolann Albury, Hon. Phenton Neymour, who said, “To acted as moderator. The primary objective dence and around The Bahamas to witness who opened by expressing her pleasure in make all this work we need to transform of the conference was “to provide a forum the rise of the next GIS users in The Ba- having the Ministry of Education partner- the way we conduct business, we need to for presentations on GIS related topics and hamas”. ing with the BNGIS especially as the focus break down the all too familiar barrier that informational and educational opportuni- Ms. Carolann Albury, Director of the is on exposing teachers and students to use says, ’But we’ve always done it this way,’ ties for anyone in business, government or BNGIS Centre, stressed the need for minds GIS systems in the classroom. “Whatever and replace it with ‘Let’s make this hap- the academic arena who is interested in the that think outside the box and are passion- careers and dreams the students will fol- pen.’” use of GIS technology in and around the ate about the environment. She stated that low, they will be equipped with the nec- In closing, Ms. Albury said that they Bahamas.” the Centre will continue to promote GIS essary skill sets and modern tools needed expect further feedback from principals, The Conference comprised a series of in the classroom and announced that as a to manage our world,” she stated. Ms. teachers and students on how they envision presentations focusing on a range of sub- special part of the GIS Day celebration stu- Albury went on to list the things we all integrating GIS in existing curriculum for jects of interest such as: dents from Abaco schools who had taken want in our great nation such as improved further consideration. • Overview of the Bahamas National advantage of the opportunities to use GIS water quality, protection of our maritime Ms. Vinceia Coakley read a poem, Geographic Information Systems (BNGIS) in the classroom would be engaged in a borders, reduced crime in our neighbour- “GIS The Wave of the Future” which was Centre competition. hoods, improved land management, reduc- written by Valderez Miller. This was fol- • Technology Spatial Data Infrastruc- The keynote address for the first day tion in traffic congestion and improved lowed by a presentation of awards by Mr. ture Improvement Project was given by Dr. Leon Higgs, Director emergency services. GIS can help with all Duane Miller of the BGNIS Centre. Musi- • Various presentation sessions by agen- of Lifelong Learning at the Ministry of of these national and global issues,” she cal interludes were provided by the Wesley informed. College Youth Band. A tour of the Map Mrs. Albury continued, “GIS is no lon- Gallery and Exhibits in the Below Decks ger a luxury or a technology for specialists rrom followed. but is in fact the tool of the 21st century The remainder of the conference was that supports the policy decision making devoted to a series of varied presentation process. The Ministry of the Environment sessions by agencies that use GIS. is aware of the importance of GIS in The Bahamas and knows that geospatial data is essential for addressing the critical issues It Pays to Advertise of world leaders. It is evident that The Ba-

The Second GIS User Conference was held in Marsh Harbour on November 19 and 20. The first day was devoted to working with high school students from three government schools while the second day featured presenters who showed how the GIS system could assist in many areas of government and private applications. Shown here are Senior Ad- ministrator Cephas Cooper, who helped organize the conference, Mrs. Carolann Albury, Director of the Bahamas National Geographic Information Systems Centre, and Mrs. Enid White Gardiner, moderator for part of the conference. Why subscribe Receiving the Abaconian regularly will keep you informed on issues such as: • Resort & hotel development • Improvements to roads, airport, docks, schools, etc. • Phone and electric company changes • Community events • Fishing, boating & sporting activities • New business ventures • Immigration, taxes or duty changes • Changes in airline service • Changes to laws and regulations • Actions by local government

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Mail to: 990 Old Dixie Hwy, #14, Lake Park, FL 33403 or: P.O. Box AB 20551, Marsh Harbour, Abaco, Bahamas Apr 2006 Page 10 Section A The Abaconian December 15, 2008 Home Show boasted 20 companies By Jennifer Hudson Mrs. Missick, who decided that she would accoutrements for the home. Abaco’s first Home Show was held really like to showcase what the Abaco Standard Hardware also had a on November 22 on the grounds of Faith home stores have to offer. “There is now a large assortment of paints and Convention Centre. Many people enjoyed bigger market because Abaco is growing, tools on display including some the first show of its kind here. The idea and I wanted to give the economy a helping very large table saws and even a for the show took root in the mind of Mrs. hand,” she added. cement mixer. The Paint Place LaSonya Missick, an employee at Scotia Twenty companies participated and was advertising a large range Bank, way back in August, and she part- booths were set up both inside and outside of Benjamin Moore paints and nered with her uncle, Mr. Larry Williams, the building. In addition to the home-related Abaco Stereo had a whole area owner of the Faith Convention Centre, to booths, the Scurvy Few raffled two child’s designated to large appliances. bring the idea to fruition. She had been no- bicycles to raise funds for their Toys for Companies displaying fine ticing the number of home stores that there Tots programme and there were also din- furnishings were Buttonwood are now in Marsh Harbour and that their ners and desserts on sale. A bouncy castle Furniture whose major piece The children were not forgotten at Abaco’s Home Show. prices are good. “People have always liked provided enjoyment for the little ones and was a king size bed beautifully Cotton candy was a popular snack while a bouncing casle to shop in Florida and really had no aware- the New Entry Band came at four o’clock entertained them. Lots of good food and drinks were avail- ness of what is available locally,” said to bring an air of festivity to the occasion. able to keep people happy while they shopped. Please see Home Show In order to bring in Page 11 the crowds there were drawings for some very nice prizes every hour and a beautiful ta- ble by Abaco Marble and Granite valued at $2,995 was also being raffled. Anyone buy- ing a $10 dinner ticket was eligible to enter a drawing for a $1,000 giveaway to be spent with any of the vendors at the show. Booths were varied, touching on all areas of home ownership. Abaco Hardware’s booth really covered everything from paints, tools and appliances to Bahamas Real Estate Association had a booth that gave infor- a wide variety of at- mation for those wanting to purchase property. They explained tractive home décor Abaco Hardware had a large outdoor display that included appliances, housewares and its Multiple Listing Service and its other services. Shwon here products such as lin- linens as well as tools, equipment and diving supplies. Browsers and shoppers could are Mailin Sands, Margo Albury and Chris Roberts. ens, bedding and many examine the merchandise at their leisure.

Holiday Celebrations

Christmas Eve Celebration New Year’s Eve Dinner & Show Choose between a Family Style Dinner or A La Carte Menu 2nd seating ~ 8:30 pm to Midnight ~ Anglers Restaurant Featuring: Champagne “Specials” Featuring Complimentary Split Champagne Family Style Dinner: Select from Pineapple glazed Ham or Entertainment by The Impact Band with a Oven Roasted Turkey with sides Salute to Motown Entertainment: Live Caroling 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm Menu: Choose one item from each course Special Guest: Santa will appear Soup: Lobster Bisque or Chilled Strawberry Price for Family Style Dinner: $29.95 per adult; $14.95 per child Appetizer: Abaco Crab Cake “Rush” or Bruscetta: diced (Does not include gratuity) tomatoes, onions, garlic, Parmesan cheese, basil and olive oil Advance Reservations Recommended served on toasted baguettes Salad: Fresh Spinach Salad with a warm Bacon Vinaigrette or Christmas Day Celebration Stacked Caprese: Buff alo mozzarella, tomatoes and basil Christmas Grand Buff et - Anglers Restaurant Entree: Surf n’ Turf (Filet & Lobster) served with Featuring: Complimentary Champagne or Wine Toast Duchess Potatoes and fresh vegetables or Entertainment: Live Caroling 6:30 pm-8:30 pm Rack of Lamb served with Saff ron Risotto and fresh vegetables Appetizer: Cream of Conch Soup Dessert: Cherries Jubilee Flambe Salad: Caesar Salad Price: $250 per couple (gratuities included) Entree: Coconut Dolphin ~ Carved Turkey ~ Sliced Ham Advance Reservations and Pre-payment required Steamship of Round Beef with sides Dessert: Yuletide Log and Rum Cake New Year’s Day Celebration Price: $39.95 per adult; 19.95 per child (does not include gratuities) Recovery Champagne Brunch Advance Reservations Recommended Featuring a M • A • S • H Theme Party Includes: One complimentary “Mimosa” or “Bloody Mary” New Year’s Eve Celebration Entertainment by Pianist and Vocalist Stephen Colebrook Two seatings for this event Buff et Price: $23.95 per adult; 11.95 per child 1st seating- 5:30 pm ~ 7:30 pm (Does not include gratuities) New Year’s Eve Family Dinner ~ Anglers Restaurant Advance Reservations Recommended Featuring a limited A La Carte Menu Entertainment by Gary McDonald of The Impact Band Reservations Only December 15, 2008 The Abaconian Section A Page 11 First Home Show was big success impact on the health, energy efficiency and helpful. It was manned Home Show From Page 10 comfort of a home. The Icynene Insulation throughout the show covered with exquisite bedding and cosy System which is now available on Abaco by a roster of BREA throws, and Fine Living showing a variety is healthier, quieter and more energy ef- members who were of attractive smaller scale furniture and ficient than some other kinds of insulation. there to educate people home décor items. Owner Colette Bootle A demonstration by the BFI mobile van on what BREA is and had catalogues on hand from which per- was given during the show. also on what their Mul- sons can order pieces with a delivery time Wonderland Gardens Nursery was tiple Listing Agreement of only two weeks since she does not have there to take care of anyone’s landscaping means. There were room in her small shop to display larger desires with a wide variety of attractive many photographs items. Island Petals surprised me as, in plants both large and small. showing samples of addition to their small home décor pieces Anyone interested in purchasing land affordable properties they have been known for, they also had or a home would have found the BREA offered throughout on display a beautiful and very comfort- (Bahamas Real Estate Association) booth Abaco within different able overstuffed couch. price ranges with lot I discovered that they prices starting as low now have expanded as $20,000 and homes premises which enables within the $250,000 to them to sell larger piec- $350,000 price range. es of furniture. Round- Insurance is a very One of the special features of the Home Show was the raffle ing out the furnishings important consider- that give a $1000 voucher to the winner to purchase merchan- section was Abaco ation for home own- dise from any of the companies represented at the show. The Carpet. ers and there to advise raffle tickets came with the purchase of a $10 dinner. The win- For those persons and take care of those ner was Tiffinee Poitier shown above with Mr. Sonnith Lock- planning to build or needs were Colina In- hart, whose daughter drew the winning tickets wishing to remodel surance and British their kitchen, the American which also arranges mortgages. home show thrilling the kids who were Kitchen Closets & Banks on hand to offer complete banking able to have their photograph taken with More booth had many services were Commonwealth Bank and the characters. designs and colours to Scotiabank. This first very successful annual Aba- choose from. Delivery Providing fun for kids was Characters co Home Show was certainly enjoyed by takes about four to six for Kids. This company, which hosts par- many and Mrs. Missick said that she in- weeks and installa- ties, youth and promotional events, has six tends next year for it to be even bigger and tion will be completed characters for rent and a host of novelty better. in two days. Also for items. Two of their characters were at the those planning to build, some very interesting and valuable informa- Abaco Print Shop tion was available at Standard Hardware, with a large booth outside, was able to Abaco Shopping Center • Tel: 367-3202 - Fax: 367-3201 the Bahamas Foam show many power tools. Distributors were on hand to demon- Open 9 am - 5 pm • Mon. - Fri. Insulation booth. In- strate the equipment and tools. sulation has a major Page 12 Section A The Abaconian December 15, 2008 North Abaco Cheers for One Bahamas Students from various schools in North in all the islands,” said first Bahamian “Given what they presented to us to- me feel excited,” Chelsea Bowe, head girl Abaco recently welcomed the One Baha- Olympic Gold medalist and One Bahamas day, it is obvious that they understand the at Cooper’s Town Primary School. “The mas celebration to the region with cheers, Co-Director, Sir Durward Knowles. “All One Bahamas concept,” added Executive islands of The Bahamas must stay united music and excitement at a pep rally at the due respect to Freeport, Grand Bahama, Director of the One Bahamas Foundation. even if they are separated by water,” she S. C. Bootle High School. the children showed more enthusiasm Ms. Patricia Francis. “It’s about under- added when asked what she learned for the “This ceremony that we held was one of than I have seen in my life. Really, it is standing that no matter where we are in event. the most impressive and successful that I so encouraging to see the enthusiasm they this country, we are all one, we can live Fellow schoolmate Deonte Pritchard have ever been involved in,” former Gov- had.” and work together and we recognise on added that it made him feel extra special ernor General of The Bahamas and One Senior Assistant Secretary at the Minis- whose shoulders we stand upon as we rise that the One Bahamas representatives came Bahamas Chairman, Sir Orville Turnquest, try of Youth, Sports and Culture, Ricardo and go forward.” to the island. said at the event. “The children were really Deveaux, added that the young people of Several students in attendance said they S. C. Bootle High School senior Kris- wonderful. The way they performed, the North Abaco were “truly outstanding” in the not only learned more about the importance tie Russell said she felt that the celebra- way they reacted, I think it was a wonder- presentation and acceptance of the One Ba- of a united Bahamas, they also appreciated tion was a time for teachers, students and ful, wonderful occasion really in the spirit hamas concept. “As a representative of the the visit from “living legends” to their is- the North Abaco public at large to come of what One Bahamas is all about.” Ministry, we were proud to see the young land. “They took a day out of their busy One Bahamas committee members, people of Abaco turn out for this ceremony life to come speak to us and that makes Please see Celebration Page 13 stakeholders and organisers came from and really display what One Bahamas is all New Providence and Grand Bahama for about,” he said. “I believe that if this is any the event on Abaco. indication of what is to come, I think we are “This is the best response that we had in a good stead in this country.”

The official One Bahamas group attending the celebration at S.C. Bootle High School are shown here. They are William Curry, Chief Councillor of Green Turtle Cay District; Freddie Munnings, a prominent musician from Nassau; Sir Orville Turnquest, former Governor General and Co-director of One Bahamas; Mr. Churchill Knowles-Tener, The former Governor General, Sir Orville Turnquest, reviewed the honour guard of S.C. Chairman of the Grand Bahama Sports Council; Mrs. Lenora Black, Abaco’s Education Bootle High School students on his arrival at the school for a One Bahamas celebration. Superintendent; Mr. Cecil Thompson, Deputy Director of Education and Co-chairperson He organized the annual event in the mid 1990s to bring all young people together. He for the One Bahamas Committee; Sir Durward Knowles, Co-director of One Bahamas was very impressed with the response and enthusiasm the group received from the young and first Bahamian Olympic Gold medalist; Mr. Cephas Cooper, Senior Administrator people of North Abaco. Students from six schools attended the celebration. for Central Abaco; and Mr. Theophilus Cox, Administrator for North Abaco.

Christmas Dinner Toast the New Year as we celebrate December 25th, 2008 Our Sixth Annual Masquerade Ball which features: Seating 6:30, 7:00, 7:30, 8:00, 8:30 A Five Course Dinner ~ Party Favors A complimentary glass of Champagne on arrival Soup A Live Junkanoo Band @ 10:00 pm Lobster Bisque Salad First Course Belgian Endive, Gorgonzola and Walnut Salad Cozy Shrimp with a spicy mustard dipping sauce Entrees Beef Wellinton with Cream Spinach and Artichokes Second Course Served` with garlic whipped potatoes and Portabella & Brie Soup asparagus wrapped with proscuitto Third Course Rack of Lamb Mesculn field Green topped with Gorgonzola Honey Dijon & Brie sauce with caramelized shallot complimented by a touch of caramelized walnuts Served with garlic whipped potatoes and Fourth Course asparagus wrapped with proscuitto Lobster Therimidor Scallops Au Gratin Fresh local Lobster meat in Mornay sauce topped with cheese gratin & Sea Scallops simmered in a light garlic creme sauce and mushrooms. Served with fresh buttered haricots verts and duchess potatoes baked with Parmesan bread crumb crust Served with garlic whipped potatoes and Filet Oscar Grilled certified Angus Beef topped with asparagus, asparagus wrapped with proscuitto lump crabmeat and bearnaise sauce. Dessert Served with fresh buttered haricots verts and duchess potatoes Macadamia Creme Brulee Coffee or Tea Fifth Course Rhapsody Cheesecake Complimentary glass of Wine with dinner or Holiday Mimosas Price per person $50 plus 15% service charge Coffee or Tea Live Junkanoo Band after dinner Price Per Person : $75 gratuity included December 15, 2008 The Abaconian Section A Page 13 North Abaco hosts One Bahamas celebration to be. “We all come from one country,” the laws of the country. “Against that kind Celebration From Page 12 he added. of background, they could have the ambi- together and celebrate unity. “And I am “We can come from all over the world, tion to succeed in becoming whatever they very, very pleased that they chose northern and we can still live as one since we are want to be because they are the future lead- Abaco to have this event,” she said. “I feel all here in The Bahamas,” S. C. Bootle ers of this county. The leaders must come that my classmates have learned a whole High principal Huel Moss said. “That is from them,” Sir Orville said. lot from this event, seeing that it is very the message that I hope my students get important, and we have learned the impor- and that is what we push here as part of our One Bahamas From Page 1 tance of being united.” whole overall objective and philosophy.” Fellow senior Ivanisha Russell added Treasure Cay Primary school sixth- present to always remember what it is to be that she liked to see so many different grader Johnny Agusde said that he learned a Bahamian and not to forget their roots. schools in attendance and hoped that events that “all of us are one.” “You could be He reminded the children that regardless such as One Bahamas could happen again any colour and all of us could be friends, of color, race or creed our nationality is soon in North Abaco. not enemies,” he said. “We must all be what unites us as one and that we all have Amy Roberts Primary school sixth- kind to each other.” the same rights and answer to the same grader Tyler Schreack said that he learned “We are so happy to see the response laws. He was serenaded with the song You that everybody is “one family” and it does that we got here today and it is so encour- Are My Hero sung by Adeena Cooper, a Anthonique Cooper, a student of S.C. not matter what colour a person happens aging to us,” Sir Durward said. student of S.C. Bootle High. Sir Durward Bootle High School, sang a song, You Are presented DVD’s of his autobiography to My Hero, specifically for Sir Durward all the schools represented. Knowles. He was very impressed and re- The celebrations will leave memories in warded her with a hug shown above. the minds of all who attended. The service Sir Orville said he wanted the students was extraordinary, informative and unique, to understand that they are the future of a wonderful celebration. The students were The Bahamas and that, if The Bahamas enthusiastic and enjoyed the event. continues as “One Bahamas,” they must do all that they can to learn all they can in school, live together in harmony and obey

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Residents of Central Abaco were very upset by the murder of Deon Strachan on November 27. Several hundred people gathered outside the store after the killing, loudly expressing their grief. The police arrested five young men the next day and held them temporarily at ABACO EXPRESS the Police Station in Dundas Town. This shows a crowd there, actually between 100 and 200 people, the next night. The men were taken to Nassau so no further incident could YOUR PERSONAL MAIL PLANE take place. YOUR CHARTERED SEAT YOUR CARGO PLANE PICK UP AND COURIER SERVICE Passengers / Freight / Mail to Abaco

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Albury Boat rental, excluding gas $5600 Subject to availability ~ offer extended January and February 2009 (Does not include 6% government tax on villa) www.seasprayresort.com ~ [email protected] December 15, 2008 The Abaconian Section A Page 15 Local clinic held a health seminar By Mirella Santillo Upon their return to the clinic, partici- fruit juice with no sugar added be- On November 22nd a huge tent was set pants had their vital signs taken including fore being instructed on what were in front of the government clinic grounds weight, height and waist measurement to the signs and symptoms of the dis- to accommodate a group of approximately determinate their body mass and tests were eases they were covering and be- 60 people who met early that day to par- administered to verify the participants’ ing lectured on the importance of a ticipate in a health seminar on Chronic blood pressure, blood sugar and choles- healthy diet. Non-Communicable Diseases. The semi- terol levels. Some people with abnormally The coordinator, Mrs. Margaret nar focused “on disease prevention and high readings were sent inside to be treated Daxon, a nursing officer from Nas- good health promotion,” according to the immediately by the attending nurses. Some sau, who with two members of the nursing officer in charge, Ms. Antoinette were asked to come back the following Diabetic Research Institute, made a Cumberbatch, week for more intensive investigation. presentation on the various types of The day started early in the morning The participants were then treated to diabetes, the treatments available with a walk from the clinic to the airport. chicken sauce, wheat bread, water and real and the complications. They urged people with diabetes to take special care of their feet as poor circulation associated with diabetes often create A Christmas Celebration serious problems in the lower limbs. Mrs. Margaret Daxon, a nursing officer from There was a representative from Nassau, spoke at the health seminar put on Auskell Clinic who talked about re- in North Abaco by the Marsh Harbour government clinic. She laxation therapy and Pharmacist Ri- By Michelle Mikula Christmas celebrations in the Bahamas. discussed diabetes, giving advice on diet and cardo Miller from the Island Phar- North Abaco will experience its share The event will become even brighter healthy living habits. macy assisted with the screening and of festivities during the Yuletide season and cheerful for those in attendance when with one-on-one talks. While family mem- Nassau donated the screening supplies. Dr. when a Christmas Celebration is staged the world famous Royal Bahamas Po- bers were being checked, kids enjoyed a B. Swarna, Nurse Friday Epka and several at the Ball Park in Treasure Cay on De- lice Marching and Pop Bands take cen- bouncing castle. nurses participated in the event. cember 22nd. ter stage with their performances and the Many local businesses sponsored the A similar seminar was held in Cooper’s This event which will begin at 6 p.m. lighting of the Christmas tree, which will event with food donations made by several Town on November 21 and in Sandy Point will have all the trappings of a Bahamian be beautifully decorated and remained lit stores. A pharmaceutical company from on November 22. Christmas that will be pleasing to the en- throughout the holidays. tire family. Food, games, crafts, toys, Coordinators are encouraging locals gift items and entertainment will be in and visitors to be a part of this joyful abundance. The vibrant sounds of cow- event that is intended to put all in the bells, horns and goat skin drums will be Christmas spirit. 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May the Happiness and Good Cheer of the Holiday Season be yours throughout the New Year.

FROM MANAGEMENT & STAFF Page 16 Section A The Abaconian December 15, 2008 Phase II in Central Pines is now ready

division in the Murphy Town area as well. family residences, duplexes and multi-fam- Housing From Page 2 Central Pines has 94 lots According to the Housing Minister, the ily; and in this case there is some commer- still has to have routine Town Planning ap- in Phase II available original Central Pines Subdivision still has cial zoning also, and some playgrounds. Minister for Housing, the Hon. Ken- proval. another 50 lots that are available for sale We are also zoning for a church. While in neth Russell, announced that Phase II of The Minister insisted that while prepar- and as soon as all the lots are disposed off the original Central Pines the zoning areas the Central Pines Subdivision in Dundas ing the next lots for construction as many the Ministry will begin to look at a Phase III were not adhered to, we will seek to avoid Town is completed and that residents could native trees as possible were to be left expansion in the Central Pines Subdivision. that this time. We will work with the Local now purchase lots there. Focusing on the standing. The Minister said all govern- Commenting on the demand for housing Government Town Planning Board here in Central Pines II Subdivision, the Minis- ment-constructed homes will now include in Abaco, Mr. Russell said, “It is great. Marsh Harbour to ensure that they have all ter encouraged residents to apply now to landscaping. In fact, we did not know how great it was the information, they know where duplex the Ministry of Housing’s office in Marsh It is interesting to note that the cost of until we decided to build houses in Spring lots are, they know where the single-family Harbour for the new lots. the original lots in Spri ng City were sold City.” He said there is currently a demand lots are and they know where the church “There aren’t really many lots here. to the old timers for $.02 per square foot for houses in northern Abaco, particularly and commercial areas are. There are 94 lots and my understanding is as a reward for there patience and perse- in places like Crown Haven, Fox Town The average cost of the lots in the Cen- that we have more than 100 persons wait- verance. and Cooper’s Town. While Abaco is a tral Pines Subdivision is between $14,000 ing to purchase 94 lots. So we can see the Several lots at the entrance of the settle- thriving island and the economy is great, and $18,000 with the minimum size of the 94 lots going in a matter of weeks because ment have been reserved for commercial there are still some persons in low income lots being 10,000 square feet. The cost is the people say they are ready and have use that will make Spring City a nearly self or middle income brackets. These are the $1.75 per square foot. The original cost their money.” he said. sufficient township. ones we cater to, they are the ones we are was $.95 per square foot when the lots Mr. Russell announced that the Ministry trying to ensure get a piece of the rock and were first offered. But costs of putting in has started developing a new 200-acre sub- get a home for themselves and their fam- the infrastructure have gone up and gov- ily,” he said. ernment needs to cover its costs so that the Mr. Russell confirmed that the lots in money can be used later to develop subdi- Central Pines II have all services available visions elsewhere. including paved roads, water and electric- ity. Central Pines, he said, is about 500 acres in size. “The subdivision as designed by us has areas in it that are zoned for single Caribbean Marine Construction DOCK BUILDING SPECIALIST l COMMERCIAL DOCKS l BOAT LIFTS l PRIVATE DOCKS l SEA WALL CONSTRUCTION l DOCK DEMOLITION & REMOVAL While the Minister of Housing, the Hon. Kenneth Russell, was inspecting the construction Office Tel: 367.4842 Cellular: 357.6564 of government built houses in Spring City, a BEC crew was extending the electric lines P.O.Box AB-20757, Marsh Harbour to the houses almost completed. December 15, 2008 The Abaconian Section A Page 17

SEASON’S GREETINGS

TO THE FRIENDS, FAMILY AND BUSINESSES OF THE ABACO’S

“MAY YOUR HOLIDAYS BE FILLED WITH JOY AND GOOD TIDINGS” Page 18 Section A The Abaconian December 15, 2008 December 15, 2008 The Abaconian Section A Page 19

Season’s Greetings The Ladies and Gentlemen of The Abaco Club On Winding Bay, A Ritz-Carlton Managed Club, wish to take this opportunity to thank our Members, Guests, Contractors and Suppliers for your friendship and support in 2008.

We wish you and your families a happy and festive holiday season.

Phone (Toll Free): 1.888.303.2765 email: [email protected] Phone (Worldwide): 1.242.367.0077 Website: www.theabacoclub.com Fax: 1.242.367.2930 Page 20 Section A The Abaconian December 15, 2008 December 15, 2008 The Abaconian Section A Page 21 Page 22 Section A The Abaconian December 15, 2008 Obituaries of Family and Friends Felicia Latura Pritchard, 21, of Cedar in-law Ruel Smith, Bishop Clifford Hen- Cooper, Latanya, Eugene Jr., Larado, children Maxwell Rolle, Rodney Laroda, Harbour died in Cedar Harbour on No- field, Charles, Kevin, Sidney, Sultan and Decota and Nicole Rolle, Alexander III, Jewel, Alricia and Garth McIntosh, Sta- vember 28. Michael Sands, Tony Douglas, Nehemiah Aliesha, Precious, Junique, Jewel and Juda cey Sands; and many other relatives and She is survived by her daughters Livia Saunders; adopted brothers-in-law Eric Rolle, Marine Seaman Javano Edgecombe, friends. Brown and Marcie Moxey; father Michael “Benny” Russell and Vernal Cornish; aunt Jenice and Jacquelle Edgecombe, Dennis, Hazel Charlotte Pyfrom, widow of Ned Pritchard Sr.; adopted mother Gwen- Muriel Forbes; aunts-in-law Danilia Hep- Daliesha, Moniqua, Makiva, Deangela, the late Ros- dolyn Bain; stepmother Vivenne Pritchard; burn, Geraldine Cooper and Modina Hep- Deangelo and Dan Murray, Bariesha, He- cow N, Py- sisters Alicia and Catherine Martin, Madea burn; uncle-in-law Arnold Hepburn; nieces liesha, Shomel, Brittany and Baranda Pin- from, went Williams, Makenna and Makayla Pritchard, and nephews including Jennifer Saunders, der, Trunise, Troy, Tereka, Timothy and. to her Lord Fenicia Cornish, Suzette Molly, Ingrid and Tiffany, Sanfa, Neil, Jewel and Zhivargo Tamara Bullard, Bethsheba, Roberto and Sunday, 7 Ericka Bain; brothers David Johnson, Ron- Pratt, Mizpah McIntosh, Mark and Lakei- Robyn Darville, Kevin Hepburn Jr., Wal- December, denero, Serrano and Michael Pritchard Jr., sha Douglas, Nekera and Nemara Saunders, ternique and Brianna Saunders; nephews; while sur- Stephen Clarke, Leonard Whyms, Osmond Lt. Darren Henfield, Genova Wilmore, nieces; sons-in-law Charles Cooper, Jenson rounded by Munnings, Clarence and Frederick Bain; Sheinrece Rolle, Tremis Sands, Stacy An- Edgecombe, Debreth Murray, Barry Pin- their loving nieces; nephews; aunts; uncles; and many derson, Alonzo Williams, Sabrina Sawyer, der, Bishop Cedric Bullard, Robert Dar- daughters, Hazel Charlotte Pyfrom other relatives and friends. Inez and Taran Maynard, Vito Russell, Tra- ville, Petty Officer Corey Brown, Kevin Charlotte The funeral for Cecil Alexander Forbes, vis and Micheala Sands, Demetrius Russell, Hepburn, Walter Saunders; daughters- Pyfrom, Rosalie Pyfrom, Frances Sakach, 61, of Treasure Cay and formerly of Wood Evanya and Taj Roberts; and many other in-law Sharon, Lavanne and Judy Rolle; and Catherine Pyfrom. Mrs. Pyfrom is also Cay, was held on December 7 at Full Gos- relatives and friends. grandsons-in-law Calton McIntosh, Kyle survived by their grandchildren, Christina pel Assembly God in Treasure Cay. Rev. The funeral for Alexander Rolle, Sr., Knowles, Oswald Parker; granddaughter- Halliday, Jeffrey Halliday, Jennifer Hal- Patrick Paul and Rev. Stafford Symonette 76, of Cooper’s Town was held on Decem- in-law Cindy Rolle; brothers-in-law James liday and Christina Pyfrom. Mrs. Pyfrom officiated assisted by Bishop Clifford Hen- ber 6th at the Church Of God Cathedral. Colebrooke, Eric Russell, Everette, Al- had been hospitalized at JFK Medical Cen- field. Interment followed in the Treasure Bishop Archilus Cooper officiated assisted bert, ASP Welbourne, Drexel Bootle, Ler- ter, Atlantis, West Palm Beach. Funeral Cay Community Cemetery. by Bishop Cedric Bullard and other min- man McIntosh Sr., Gary Hudson, Ornold arrangements will be announced at a later He is survived by his wife Olive Forbes; isters. Interment followed in the Public Cornish; sisters-in-law Joyce Rolle, Geleta date. In lieu of flowers, donations are re- children Cecile Forbes, Deneisha Emile, Cemetery in Cooper’s Town. Armbrister, Ruthmae McIntosh, Melvern quested in her memory to Christ Church Lynn, Toyin, Rayan, Travan and Chris- He is survived by his wife Isabella Rolle; Cornish, Donna Hudson, Melrose, Lan- Cathedral, P.O. Box N653, Nassau, Ba- hantie; adopted children John McIntosh, sons Hector Sr., Freeland, Eugene Sr. and tamae, Eleanor and Manuleta Bootle; god hamas. Samantha Duverney, Charmaine Bootle Alexander Jr. and Joshua Rolle; daughters and Monique Laing; grandchildren Miguel, Oseta Cartwright, Deborah Cooper, Rosie Raven and Zahara; adopted grandchildren Edgecombe, Monica Murray, Helen Pin- Miranda, Tanya, Judah, Maygan, Raveyn, der, Gertrude Bullard, Bethseba Darville, Elijah; great-grandchild Asia; son-in-law Sheleke Brown, Paulette Hepburn, Isabella Levar Emile; adopted sons-in-law Lou- Saunders; adopted children Lington Rolle bert Duverney, Clifton Bootle and Tyrone and George McIntosh; brother Nathan Laing; adopted daughter-in-law Lorinda Rolle; sister Reva Colebrooke; grandchil- McIntosh; adopted sisters Roselyn Rus- dren Ludwig, Luthana and Lakita Cart- sell, Marica Roberts, Marilyn Cornish and wright, Lavina McIntosh, Lorell Knowles, Orita Munroe; sisters-in-law Evelyn Hen- Niki, Tosheba, Hector Jr. and Tyler Rolle, field, Sheila and Gail Sands, Deborahmae Tori, Sherise, Shakara and Freelander Douglas, Vernette Saunders, Michelle, Rolle, Fatima Parker, Charles Jr., Char- Janet, Cheryl and Tracey Sands; brothers- lene, Chauncey, Cordero and Danielle December 15, 2008 The Abaconian Section A Page 23

place and the people here. If you choose to Nassau grouper Closed Season More Letters to the Editor let this project go, it will be disappointing; December 1, 2008 to February 28, 2009 failed project in its midst due to lack of but it is certainly your choice as a commu- Letters From Page 8 community support. Certainly, no one nity. The intention of this letter is to insure Try lionfi sh as an would be surprised. that the community is aware of this situ- portunity, perhaps one day a young Aba- alternate this season For those of you whose ego would like ation and can make an informed decision conian will be able to compete for their • Lionfish are tasty. They can be to see the pool project fail, please consider before it is made for you. nation. That would really be something to filleted or pan-fried whole that this failure reflects on all of Abaco no Please contact Lighthouse Marina 242- be proud of! • Lionfish flesh is safe to eat. matter what your opinion. If any nation 366-0154, Elbow Cay Properties 242-366- The benefits of this community effort go should hold as a priority the value of their 0035 or Hope Town Hidaways 366-0224 • Lionfish venom is located in far beyond the obvious. The residents of water resources, it would be an island na- to see how you can support this important the spines and is deactivated by heat. the out islands get together for a positive tion like The Bahamas. I am amazed that community project. • Lionfish are sold as a food fish in the purpose. The children swim with the en- the priorities of the community do not lie Kindest regards, Pacific region. tire community cheering them on no mat- with ensuring that ALL the children in Another of Abaco’s many friends • GO GREEN - Eat Lionfish! ter how well they finish. What a wonderful Abaco can swim and can learn to enjoy the way for a community to come together. water. What a wonderful way for a kid to see how On a more personal note if the residents much their community cares about them, a of Abaco and of Hope Town do not see the public show of support for all of the young benefits of this project, it certainly is of no people. What a memory, what an esteem benefit to me personally. I believe it is a builder. worthwhile endeavor and I know that many Yes, there is water all around, who children have already learned to swim and needs a pool? But how many inter-island have benefitted from the pool. I have elect- swim meets did you see in the harbours? ed to remain an anonymous donor because finger Hope Town could be like so many other I have no interest in notoriety. I love this islands of the Bahamas with yet another lickin’ good Monthly Laptop Drawing $10 Purchase Daily Specials Enters to win 10 pc. Leg & thigh $16.95 6 pc. Leg & thigh w/2 sides, 2 biscuits - 15.95 8 pc. Mixed family meal w/2 large sides- 4 biscuits $20.95 Machinery & Energy Limited Mon - Thu 10 am - 7 pm Your Authorized Caterpillar Dealer! Fri & Sat 10 am - 9 pm • Sun 11 am-4.30 pm is proud to announce the opening of its NEWEST Chicken • Fish • Shrimp • Sandwiches BRANCH in Marsh Harbour, ABACO Sides • Milkshakes • Soft Serve Sales • Rentals • Service • Parts Abaco Shopping Center • Marsh Harbour • 367-2615 Abaco: Tel: (242) 225-1458 Located on Poppy’s Way, Sawyer’s Marketplace Plaza We do chicken right! 15 Dec 08

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Central Abaco News Wine Experience 2008 Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc/Riesling, wines was eligible for a drawing for a gift than 300 people attended and in Freeport at By Jennifer Hudson Sparkling Wine/Champagne, various reds basket of wines. Graycliff signature cigars the Westin Our Lucaya where there were Abaco’s first annual Wine Experience and blends. Many popular names were on were also on sale. more than 100. On Abaco numbers did not was held under the marquee at the Abaco display such as Louis Jadot, Kedall Jack- Several persons from the Burns House even reach the 50 mark. However, those Beach Resort on December 5. This Grand son, Jacob’s Creek, Frogs Leap, Masi, Jo- Group in Nassau were on hand to assist that did attend appeared to thoroughly en- Wine Tasting event was organized by the seph Phelps, Cavit, and Tattinger as well and were rather surprised at the low turnout joy the event. The organizers say that they Burns House Group and over 40 wines as some of the lesser known producers. for the event on Abaco. The Wine Experi- will try it here again next year and hope for from all of the major wine growing regions There was something to suit everyone with ence had previously been held in Nassau larger numbers. of the world were featured. prices ranging from very affordable to the at the Sheraton Cable Beach where more Eight tables were laid out each manned more pricey. by a member of the Burns House Group Wines could be purchased at the Burns and each table held a different variety of House Wine Shop in the marquee for a 30 wine: Chardonnay, Merlot, Pinot Grigio, percent discount and anyone purchasing

BEC held a training course on the maintenance and operation of their diesel engines, both large and small. Shawn Miller from Nassau was the technical trainer who worked with Leonardo Moxey, assistant manager of generation on Abaco. Eight employees took the five-day course. Included were lessons in diesel engine theory as well as hands-on Abaco’s first Wine Experience was held at Abaco Beach Resort and was enjoyed by peo- practical experience. Equipment studied ranged from diesel engines in pick-up trucks and ple in Central Abaco. This was an event of Burns House Group that holds similar events larger trucks to the huge stationary diesel engines at the generating plant. Shown above in Nassau and Freeport. Shown above are Brian Thompson, Kendy Anderson, Cassandra are, front row, Mr. Miller, Mr. Moxey, Lazaro Cornish, Kyle Smith, David Hepburn and Hardy, Wynsome Ferguson, Nicki Ferguson and Oman Forbes. Adrian Russell. In the back are Teron Gilbert, Arthur Roberts and Tracey Scott. December 15, 2008 The Abaconian Section A Page 25

More Central Abaco News BAIC offered During the ten-day course Mrs. Reckley taught her students how to utilise shells for decorating shell craft class and creating objects. She showed them how to do By Mirella Santillo macrame knots that they used to make necklaces The second Shell Jewelry Class of the year, and bracelets. sponsored by Bahamas Agricultural and Industrial For some such as Mrs. Elizabeth Cornish, who Corporation, ended on December 5th. On that decorated mirrors and made some napkins holders, day the 16 ladies from Murphy Town and Dun- it was a first time class. Others such as Ms. Judith das Town who attended the class taught by Mrs. Nesbitt attended most of arts and craft classes of- Lovely Reckley met for a last time to complete the creations they had started and display their inven- Please see Central Page 26 tory.

Abaco Block and Concrete Company in Murphy Town annually donates to needy people in Murphy Town. This Christmas it presented twenty gift certificates for food for the needy to be redeemed at Price Right. The recipients will be determined by the Murphy Town Association with Cleveland Dawkins as president. This is the fourth year that Abaco Sixteen ladies of Central Abaco took a course on making crafts and jewelry with shells. Block and Concrete has made this Christmas donation, one of many The course was offered by the Bahamas Agricultural and Industrial Corporation and was contributions it makes to the Murphy Town community. Presenting the taught by Lovely Reckley of Marsh Harbour. The beginners learned the basics of shell certificates to Mr. Dawkins are Rebecca Russell and Shawna Sands. craft while those experienced in shell craft learned more advanced techniques.

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creations such as business cards holders, turtle made of a large cowrie and smaller They cook all types of jerk dishes includ- Central From Page 25 candle holders and condiment dishes made bleeding teeth for fins, head and tails. ing pork, chicken, fish, and conch. They of locally found shells. Other creations were The evening ended with refreshments also offer crawfish pasta, ginger lemonade fered by BAIC. New comers or veterans, made with store-bought shells and supports prepared by the students and the presenta- and other specialty drinks. They cater to they all said they enjoyed the class, learnt such as hair combs, napkin holders, shell tion of a perfume set gift to Mrs. Reckley. private functions and to schools upon re- a lot and thought Mrs. Reckley was an ex- balls or brooch. Mrs. Owanta McDonald There will be an award ceremony for quest. The phone number at the restaurant cellent teacher. She paid a lot of attention added pearls to the shells. Mrs. Amanda the attendants of both classes (the first one is 367-2605. The store hours are Tuesday to her students working with each of them Davis used brightly colored nail polish to took place in late spring) in the new year. through Thursdat 12 noon to 8 p.m. and checking on how they were doing, correct- enhance the shells. Many had used large Friday and Saturday 12 noon to 10 p.m. ing or advising. conch shells to make lamps and some had New Businesses They are closed on Sunday and Monday. Besides the usual mirror or picture frame made shell sculptures. There was even a decoration, there were a lot of innovative Siaha’s Jerk Pit and Restaurant Nails by Iris By Samantha V. Evans By Samantha V. Evans The week of November 11th Oswald Students have an opportunity to get their Baker’s employees donated to needy Nixon, the owner of Siaha’s Jerk Pit and nails professionally prepared at a discount- Restaurant, opened his restaurant next to ed price at Nails by Iris. Located in Cathe- Shell Gas station in Dundas Town. For the rine’s Beauty Salon a few doors down from past five years Mr. Nixon operated from the Island Bakery, Iris specializes in sculp- a trailer in the same spot but decided to tured nails, pedicures and manicures. Iris expand the business into a full restaurant. is not new to this profession and is proud The restaurant specializes in all Bahamian to be back offering the best nail service on cuisine including down home dishes includ- the island. She can be contacted for an ap- ing desserts like grandma used to make. pointment by calling 442-7103. Maxwell’s building is underway

Simone Bowe organized a drive with the employees of Baker’s Bay Golf and Ocean Club to contribute food and clothing items to families in need. This was in answer to a plea by Heal Our Land as its supplies were running low. Shown here are Pastor Earlin Bail- lou and Mrs. Joan Baillou, both counselors with Heal Our Land; Mrs. Cleola Pinder, Progress is being made on the new building for Maxwell’s Supermarket on Pole Line Secretary of Heal Our Land; Ms. Simone Bowe, Director HR and Training with Baker’s Drive. Owner Chad Sawyer is hopeful that he’ll be able to open in the spring. It has been Bay; Mrs. Kathleen Knowles, President of Heal Our Lnad; and Dr. Livingston Marshall, designed to work much more efficiently that the original store that burned down in July. Senior Vice President of Environmental and Community Affairs of Baker’s Bay.

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More Central Abaco News Construction at Abaco Central BEC observed Safety Month High School shows progress By Jennifer Hudson problems were given medical advice. November 27th was celebrated as Cus- Another very popular event was the tomer Appreciation Day at Bahamas Elec- Portable Fire Extinguisher Training by tricity Corporation. In order to say thank Sgt. Johnson of the Police/Fire Depart- you to its customers, the Abaco office was ment assisted by Mr. Danny Sawyer from giving out bags of fresh fruit which proved the Marsh Harbour Volunteer Fire Depart- very popular. According to Executive Sec- ment. “Many people have portable fire retary, Mrs. Beverley Archer, the corpo- extinguishers in their home in case of an ration decided, instead of the normal food emergency, and yet we found that few spread, to give away bags of fresh fruit in know how to use them,” said Mrs. Archer. keeping with its theme of health and safety. The demonstrations were very practical Customer Appreciation Day brought to a and extremely useful. climax Health and Safety Month which An outstanding First Aid presentation was had been observed throughout November given by Mr. John Pintard. He encompassed by BTC. Although observed in previous a wide range of situations which included years in Nassau, this was the first year that CPR, accidents on the road, electrical burns, the Abaco office has joined in. Events were fractures, unconsciousness and stroke. Two new buildings are under construction at Abaco Central High School. This shows the held at the Marsh Harbour office. A National Insurance Session was pre- new administration building that will have offices for the principal and vice princiapl, a Nurse Sears from the Marsh Harbour sented by Mr. Gordon Musgrove, Manager reception area, student sick bay, staff lounge, rest rooms and a kitchenette. It is being Government Clinic was present on two of of the Abaco National Insurance Office. constructed by Jones Construction Co. Ltd and is expected to be completed early in the the days from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. to do free The Management of Bahamas Electric- spring. This replaces an administration building that was burned down three years ago. blood pressure checks which, according ity Corporation was very pleased with to Mrs. Archer, were very well attended. the response to its first Health and Safety Customers found to have blood pressure Month events. North Abaco Christmas Celebration Royal Bahamas Police Band Games • Toys • Crafts • Food • Junaknoo The second building is a block with three classrooms for technical training. This con- struction is being done by Williams & Sons Construction Co. Ltd. It will include rest Dec 22 • 6 pm • Treasure Cay Ballpark rooms and is expected to be completed by the end of the year. Page 28 Section A The Abaconian December 15, 2008 Viewpoint . . . Protection does not require national park status By J.F. Hedden Of course, the subject of protection be- Now a move is afoot sponsored by the hundred million dollars (B$100,000,000) The subject of the environment and eco- comes uppermost in the minds of the en- National Trust (BNT) and implemented by for the last ten years. I guess what will logical health always remains a priority vironmentalists, and the need to conserve Friends of the Environment (FOE) to turn happen is that in the end the public will topic in my mind, but I would certainly not and reserve areas of Abaco close to the set- the whole of the creek systems from Snake have to shoulder the responsibility of pro- categorise myself as an earth angel. tlements used extensively for leisure pur- Cay to O’Neil’s Creek into a national park tecting what they already do now. Makes As development takes place anywhere poses most dominant. It would appear to because it holds so much as a marine re- sense to me? in the world there is a trade off between me that over the last few years opposition source. This immediately brings several Perhaps the answer really lies in proper the economy, earnings and profits. To date to development has taken place for almost questions to mind which neither BNT or zoning regulations and a major drive for the environment has usually taken a back every piece of coastline around the Sea of FOE have managed to answer yet. But as public education. After all, isn’t this what seat to financial benefits. Recently, how- Abaco, including the offshore smaller cays usual I must be slower than most. The main the BNT and FOE claim to be all about. ever, more consciousness has been devoted and islands. Some in my mind are valid, question is “Why does this area need to be- Neither has proven to be either outspoken to the implementation of environmentally case in point. come a national park? Sure, it needs to be or activist even when their own boundar- thoughtful designs and concepts in propos- The creek system behind Cherokee maintained and “protected from rampant ies have suffered insurgencies, or when the als for developmental projects. settlement, known as O’Neil’s Creek, has anchor project development,” but park sta- threat of anchor projects and the BEC sit- Some of these have been genuine and been abused and over exploited for many tus is not going to guarantee any greater ing have infringed on our heritage. for Abaco, the Schooner Bay development years, mainly by the good people of Cher- protection than does exist now. My solution for this area is as follows: seems to be making a serious attempt to okee and Casuarina Point with some assis- Another question that comes to mind From Witch Point down to the peninsula conserve space, resources, the natural her- tance from those of more distant habitat. is How many of these protectionists have of Wilson city be declared an ecologically itage and also traditional construction de- Illegal netting, use of spears and compres- actually traversed the cay road running sensitive area, with the zoning and restric- signs. This for a Bahamian project is both sors, harvesting of rollers (baby conch) and through O’Neil’s Creek and ending up on tions on development to match. The Witch unusual and innovative. the like have decimated marine populations the edge of the Bight of Old Robinson? Point area of Crown land should be perma- Conversely, we have other proposals for years. It still continues. Now the move How many of them extensively access the nently designated as public land and given which seem to promote environmental con- to protect it becomes real and genuine. wilderness areas of the west side of Abaco, free and total access by the public for rec- sciousness through rhetoric only, with no Other areas are perceived as being which to my mind is much more significant reational use such as beaching, picnicking real commitment to the conservation of our threatened, and one such is the creek sys- as a marine resource and is in more urgent and the like. heritage, be it historical or natural. One tem just to the south of Snake Cay, which need of protection before it becomes too Snake Cay should be maintained as pub- such has been the Valencia Group proposal I refer to as the Angel Cay System (ACS). late as has happened in the case of Chero- lic land and development encouraged with- for the Hole-in-the-Wall peninsula. This is truly a wonder to behold, not only kee creeks. in the co-operative framework to maintain Others, of course, have sought to take by boat but also from the shoreline along Sure, the Bahamas is signatory to a myr- public ownership and the perception of advantage of public lands, obtaining them the edge of the pine forest, full of life and iad of international environmental treaties the same. As far as national park status is for a mere nominal valuation on their true obviously a thriving part of the surround- with a binding to protect a significant por- concerned, there are many other areas of worth. These include Winding Bay and the ing marine ecosystems. tion of our natural resources. But this does Abaco and the rest of The Bahamas which apparently defunct Snake Cay project. It always makes me consider why two not mean that we have to turn everything are much more threatened but suffer from Public perceptions and opinions have such areas in close proximity have been into a national park to protect it. And if we a severe lack of publicity and sponsorship. been rigorously expressed over some, and exploited in such different ways. Both are do, how do we then protect it anyhow? One example would be the Atlantic coast the Elbow Cay residents have voiced very heavily trafficked and both are fished. Yet The Bahamas government certainly does of Mayaguana with its miles and miles of loudly over the Joe’s Cay proposal, with the ACS is full of adult and immature ex- not have the funding, and quasi govern- beaches and creeks teeming with marine the apparent resulting success of a scaled ploited species and has been for the last mental organisations such as the Bahamas life. down construction programme waiting to 25 years. O’Neil’s, on the other hand, is National Trust have expressed their own Let’s get real about this. be approved. grossly over fished and depleted. concern over a budgetary shortfall of one December 15, 2008 The Abaconian Section A Page 29

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to thank the community for participating that’s just how they felt when the beauti- a light breeze, which made the event even Cherokee Sound in this very worthy project. She told me fully wrapped packages were delivered. more enjoyable. By Lee Pinder how touched she was at the enthusiasm and Ellen says this is the first year they have AID’s Awareness Day Kids Doing Their Part benevolence of our children in wanting to attempted this, but assures me it will not Cherokee Primary School was visited by Our local kids from Kid’s Korner start- help others less fortunate. She noted how be the last. Mrs. Sandy Edwards, Curriculum Officer ed a project to raise funds for kids in need very blessed we are and suggested that we Kids Korner is held every Wednesday for the Housing and Family Development on Inagua after the hurricanes hit there this might all like to remember others at this afternoon after school with an aim towards Department. The purpose of her visit was past year. The children got their moms to time of the year and do something, no mat- bringing Christianity into these young peo- to discuss with our youth the importance of bake homemade goodies that they took to ter how small, for someone else. She said, ple’s lives. This year there are three lead- being aware of AIDS and the HIV virus. various parts of the settlement on three con- “You will see how even little things mean ers, Ellen Curry, Eleanor Jorgensen and She pointed out that this health problem has secutive Fridays to sell. Many people gave so much to others in need.” Doreen Albury. I applaud these women for been around since 1981 and over 510,000 additional donations to help the children Treat Packages for Thanksgiving a job well done. deaths have been attributed to it since that reach their goal. All together they raised Again, Kids Korner kids were thinking Senior Citizen’s Tea time with very little progress being made $1,240. The monies were sent to Mr. Co- of others as they put together a very at- The community along with the school in its eradication. lin Ingraham on Inagua who was in charge tractive, and I might add delicious, plates children honoured our senior citizens with Mrs. Edwards gave a very informative of seeing that it got to the most needy. Mr. of sweets for the Old Folks of Cherokee. a Tea on November 26 at the W.W. Sands presentation and brought two young men Ingrham promised to have the children cor- Again, moms helped out and prepared the Community Center in Cherokee Sound. with her that have been diagnosed with the respond with our children here about their home baked goodies, but the packaging Approximately 30 people attended the Tea HIV virus who also spoke with the chil- experiences during the hurricanes and how was really outstanding. Their goal was to and enjoyed an hour of socializing with dren. They were all impressed with how their donations were utilized. make the seniors feel special and I’m sure “old” friends. Many of our seniors are informed our students were and with the Project leader, Ellen Curry, would like housebound and don’t get out very often. general discussion and question and an- Most of them were pleased to be able to swer period following her talk. enjoy an afternoon’s outing to visit with family and friends that otherwise they don’t have an opportunity to see very of- Drive Safely ten. The weather was delightful, a warm Watch for School Children 80 degrees with a beautiful blue sky and

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Many young people of Cherokee Sound attend an after school Christian club called Kids Best Wishes Korner at Epworth Chapel held on Wednesday afternoons. Some of them are shown here with one of their leaders, Ellen Curry. for the Holidays & throughout the New Year Counsel & Attorneys Notaries Public Marsh Harbour, Abaco Page 30 Section A The Abaconian December 15, 2008

Club News Thanksgiving that can use extra food during this holi- sibly, was a reminder not to catch under- Parents and students were reminded that day season. The members are thrilled to sized fish and lobsters and to respect the the Discovery Club will resume on Janu- on Abaco be guests in The Bahamas, and they look fishing season. The second song described ary 12th when the participants will learn By Rita Wieczorek forward to many community activities as the ambient marine habitat. Mr. Cooper all about bugs. Rear Commodore, RMHYC a way to give back to the generous people and Mrs. Joy Chaplin were the leaders for Anchor Club Initiation and Members of the Royal Marsh Harbour who live and work on the island! the Guardians. Yacht Club have been gathering the last Each child was presented with marine Installation Ceremony couple of weeks as they return for an- Discovery Club badges and FRIENDS’ membership cards By Samantha V. Evans other winter season in sunny Abaco. We Awards Ceremony by Mrs. Kristin Williams, Executive Di- The Initiation and Installation Ceremo- have had a November social and have our By Mirella Santillo rector of Friends, and Mr. David Knowles ny for the 2008-09 Anchors was held on regular scheduled Yacht Club meetings on The Discovery Club, an after-school ed- of the Bahamas National Trust. Students Saturday November 15th at Abaco Youth Monday, Wednesday and Fridays on the ucational program for students sponsored who attended all the meetings and partici- Ministries. A total of four schools were VHF radio channel 78 at 8 a.m. The men’s by Friends of the Environment, celebrated pated in all the activities were presented represented: Forest Heights, St. Francis and women’s walking groups have started the end of the first semester with a cer- with a special Model Badge. Those who at- de Sales, Abaco Central High, and Central walking every day except Sunday when we emony organized by the leaders and acted tended all the meetings received a Perfect Abaco Primary Schools. Officers serving rest and go to church services. About 70 out by the students in front of an audience Attendance Badge. this year are: President of Abaco Central percent of the boats have returned this year consisting of parents and members of the Mrs. D’Shan Maycock, Educational Of- High School, Kadesha Scott; President to Boat Harbour, some on the hook or on organization. The children were divided ficer, informed the audience that each stu- of St. Francis de Sales, Vickarieo Major; mooring balls and others at various mari- in two groups according to their ages. The dent joining the Discovery Club was given President of Forest Heights, Telia Bur- nas close to Abaco Beach Resort. younger ones were the Explorers, the older a T- shirt, a Bahamas National Trust mem- rows; and President of Central Abaco Pri- Thanksgiving was celebrated by citizens ones the Guardians. bership card and a Friends of the Environ- mary School, Malesha Joseph. They all from the United States, joined by Canadian One by one the Explorers took turns de- ment membership card along with earned pledged to work hard to make Abaco clubs friends who also like to party. Robert and scribing the marine mammals or the aquat- badges and a sash. number one in the entire district. I attended a dinner at Anglers with about ic plants they had learnt about. 30 other friends. We had six tables and the The Guardians acted out skits to tell the menu was terrific. The band played songs audience about their field trips or the activ- from the 60s and 70s. The musicians ities they took part in during the semester. looked at the crowd and played the music Pedro Maycock and De Shane Knowles de- of our era. scribed what they saw during outings to the There was also a Thanksgiving party shores. Sujith Swarna and Andrew Hanna aboard the m/v John Henry for the Dock 4 talked about the coral reef. Amber Mar- crowd. I understand they had two turkeys tinborough and Yael Sawyer attended the and all the trimmings. They had two set- clean-up at Crossing Beach where they col- tings for the hungry group, one in the af- lected over 100 pounds of garbage. They ternoon and one in the evening. Of course, deplored that the visitors did not tidy after there were other parties aboard other boats themselves and thought that garbage bins and some at other marinas on Abaco. would help resolve part of the problem. The RMHYC group is organizing its In between remarks by the leaders, the work at Every Child Counts and Buck-A- students performed two songs written by Discovery Club members received awards for participation in the club activities. The club Book. I expect that members will also join Mr. Enzil Cooper one of the leaders of the is sponsored by Friends of the Environment to help the youth appreciate the environment. the food drive at the Jib Room for families club. The first one, I’m gonna fish respon- The club members go on field trips and the emphasis this fall was on marine life.

The Owners and Management wish you a Memorable Holiday Season and a Blessed and Prosperous New Year December 15, 2008 The Abaconian Section A Page 31

Abaco should consider appealing to niche markets

By Julian Lockhart for fishing expeditions. While more can not counting the Bahamian parrot, which terested in diving, just like those who play As Abaco starts to feel the pinch of the be done to attract fishing fans from not delight any bird watcher. Bird watching golf, travel no matter what state the econo- American financial crisis through the di- only America, but from around the world, can be an attraction to those who just love my is in for a fix of their favorite pastime. minishing number of tourist, it is time for it is also expensive with the cost of fuel to watch God’s winged creatures in their There are numerous small entities of the Abaco Tourist Office as well as part- and docking charges for individual boats natural environment, and it allows them to Abaco that, if marketed properly to the in- ners to look at alternative attractions to and yachts. However, with the dwindling do so with the beach at their back door. ternational traveling market, could entice lure visitors to the shores of Abaco. This schools of bonefish in Florida, Abaco can Thousands of tourists go to New Provi- a number of travelers to look at this island is where niche tourism plays a part in the be pushed as a destination of choice for the dence every year just to scuba dive and as an alternative to their usual path for re- overall specter of the business with the op- bonefisherman who wants to cast his fly nothing else. Scuba diving is advertised and laxation. portunity to reach out to a new clientele rod on Abaco instead of just Andros and pushed internationally by the companies in It only takes some imagination and the through innovative business ideas. Bimini. New Providence. Guests come from all partners within the tourism sector to think Some forms of niche tourism already Abaco is known for its acres upon acres over the world just to dive one of the many outside the box and look elsewhere for occur on Abaco with international wed- of natural forest teaming with hundreds of wrecks or reefs off New Providence and tourist dollars besides the norm of winter dings and people coming in specifically beautiful birds of all colors of the rainbow, spend a week delving into the wonders of residents and boaters. the deep. Abaco has many more reefs than New Providence and they are prettier and Substitute Lionfi sh Anchors assist with clothes drive more expansive, not to mention the walls, caves and blue holes which can attract the for Grouper in avid diver to these shores. Scuba diving should be one of the main your meals attractions of Abaco as those who are in-

On November 24th the Anchors of Abaco Central High School and Central Abaco Pri- mary School along with their advisors Neulessa Lundy-Major and Phillipa Farrington assisted Abaco Youth Ministries with its clothing drive. The Anchors made the posters and encouraged persons to stop by the booths to collect clothing that was being given away for free. This is just one of the community activities that the Anchors will take part in throughout this school year.

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School News Awards Day at Abaco and early dismissal. At last the results were announced: S.C. economic’s teacher, Ms. Michelle Clarke, Bootle won the wedding cake decorating and mathematics teacher, Ms. Altaliese Central High School Food Presentation competition, the fruit and vegetable carv- Cartwright. By Mirella Santillo Compeition ing and the napkin folding. Abaco Central Mrs. Agatha Simms, head of the Home On November 27th Abaco Central High By Mirella Santillo High won the three categories (beginners, Economics Department at Abaco Central School held a special ceremony to acknowl- Students from the two public high intermediate1 and intermediate2) of cake High School, was cooking fritters and fried edge the students who had performed espe- schools gathered on December 6th at Ab- decorating. chicken helped by two students to be sold cially well during the last school year. aco Central High School in Murphy Town The event was organized by Mrs. Simms to those attending. Guava duff was offered The function was moderated by Senior to participate in a cake icing, fruit and veg- and Mrs. Princess Williams, home eco- assistant, Mr. Vincent Coakley, and vari- etable carving, napkin folding and towel nomic teacher at Abaco Central. S.C. Boo- Please see School Page 34 ous students participated in the event, pro- creation competition. Nine students from tle students were accompanied by home nouncing the invocation, addressing the each school, Abaco Central and S.C. Boo- welcome, performing musical pieces and tle High School, entered the various con- introducing the guest speaker, Bishop An- tests. The competitors were divided into thony Campbell. beginners, intermediate 1, intermediate 2 Many students were rewarded, among and advanced. them four who passed the BGCSE: Ash- The first event was cake icing which ley Whilly, Bethsheba Darville, Kendero took place in a class room. Each partici- Murray and Agnola Thompson. Twelve pant was given one and a half hour to deco- students passed the BJC and Shaquille John- rate a cake. Some recreated a model such son made the Principal’s List with a 3.80 as a car or a cartoon character while others GPA. Twenty-one students were cited on performed free lance designs on a round the Honor Roll such as Sasha Davis with cake. While the beginners and intermedi- a 3.48 GPA, Rahede Smith with a 3.45 ates were occupied with their decoration, GPA, Zandria Wells with a 3.36 GPA. Two the advanced students separated into groups more boys followed closely, Carlos Decius to tackle the wedding cakes, one for each with a 3.32 GPA and Jackson Jacques with school. They were allowed three hours to a 3.24 GPA. accomplish their task. Students of Abaco Central High School and S.C. Bootle High School competed in cake The subject awards were presented by Outside, two tables were laid with canta- decorating and fruit and vegetable carving at the Abaco Central school. The S.C. Bootle Ms. Vanessa James, Principal; Ms. Domi- loupes, water melons and an array of vege- team arrived with caps and aprons, looking very professional. The advanced groups nique McCartney, Vice-Principal and the tables, sweet peppers, carrots and radishes competed in decorating a wedding cake. PTA President, Mr. David Lightbourn. ready for the carving artists who would Mrs Sandy Edwards made a presenta- turn them into little tropical landscape mas- tion on AIDS awareness explaining facts terpieces. Other tables were piled up with Friends of the about the disease and warning the students towels and paper napkins, also awaiting the about promiscuity. hands that would transform them into an Three students were cited for perfect elephant, a snake, a rabbit or a swan. Environment attendance; they were Amelia Burrows, Judges were strolling from tables to Rose Previlon and Jason Vilma. tables, making notes and commenting on 5th Annual South Abaco The ceremony was followed by lunch the results. Christmas Bird Count December 20, 2008 Bird count to take place near Abaco National Park Three grades of difficulty - Easy, Moderate and Bushwacker Meet at Friend’s Office 6 a.m. to carpool $7 charge includes Audobon fee Happy Holidays Take your own lunch, snack and beverages to all our valuable customers & friends. For further information call Anita at 367-2721 or [email protected] Customs Brokerage Services

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read verses from the Gospel according to drum solo by Mackenson St. Fleur. Director of Social Services, Mrs. Salomie From Page 32 School Luke. Others such as Sujith Swana and Mrs. Lenora Black, Abaco’s Education Gibson, by Mackenson St. Fleur of Abaco for the sweet tooth. Amelia McDonald from Agape Christian Superintendent, addressed her thanks to all Central. School acted out a nativity skit or sang the organizers and reminded the assembly Before the end of the ceremony Bishop Annual Festival of Carols carols solo such as Akeem Adderley from not to forget the true meaning of Christ- Anthony Campbell spoke of the message of brought students together Abaco Central High School or with their mas. She announced the presentation of a Christmas, “the never ending story of the By Mirella Santillo school choir such as Man-O-War, Amy gift basket for the senior citizens of Sibyl’s nativity will still be there as long as there Many school children from all over the Roberts Primary and Moore’s Island All House because, she said, “We believe that is a world,” he assured. He urged people island, even as far as Moore’s Island, trav- Age students. there should be a bond between the old and eled to the Church of God in Dundas Town It was a festive morning aimed at put- the young.” The basket was handed to the Please see School Page 35 on December 5th to participate in the an- ting the audience in the Christmas spirit, nual Festival of Carols organized by the an audience comprised of local dignitaries, Central Abaco recognized outstanding students Department of Education. The event was school principals, teachers and many par- moderated by two Forest Heights Acade- ents. my’s students, Taj Anderson and Nasaha Most musical pieces were accompanied Bootle, who presented the performers as by the Wesley College Band under the they read the Scriptures, sang carols or direction of Rev. Charles Carey. An in- performed skits. The performers were all strumental medley was performed by the students with a few exceptions. Abaco Central High School Band directed Central Abaco Primary School students by Mr. Jamal McIntosh with an impressive

Students who were in grades 1-5 last school year were awarded for performing well dur- ing that time. The awards ceremony that was on November 28th. Students making the outstanding and principal’s lists received certificates and trophies. The most outstanding students were Victoria Hardy, Maliyah Forbes, Adrian Russell, Basia McKinney, Tazmia Cunningham, Shiwana Gilot, Richard Smith, Briniqua Munroe, Yolnicka Jeune, Twane- sha Lightbourn, Madelin St. Fleur, Ervette Knowles, Juline Russell, Destiny Seymour, Alpheneaus Kemp, Youricka Moreau, Chelshanno Adderley, Kadesha Canton, April Smith, Swanson Moss, Elizier Evariste, Wilda Cadet, and Isaiah Seymour. The students who made the principal’s list were: Maliyah Forbes, Jerone Burrows, Earelle Reckley, Students from most schools on Abaco took part in the annual Festival of Carols that was Basia McKinney, Robert Russell, Tazmia Cunningham, Yolnicka Jeune, Twanesha Light- held this year on December 5 at the Dundas Town Church of God. Students conducted bourn, Amelia Gomez, and Antonyah Mackey. almost the entire service.

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School From Page 34 Students of the Month at Ginelle Places Second in Nassau as they celebrate and exchange gifts with Central Abaco Primary their friends and family not to forget the gift of Jesus. The closing Christmas hymn followed Bishop Campbell’s benediction as people left the church giving each other hugs and Christmas greetings. Thanksgiving at St. Francis de Sales By Samantha V. Evans On November 20th the school family of St. Francis de Sales celebrated Thanksgiv- ing. As tradition stated, on this day all stu- dents brought their non-perishable items to give to the needy. Each grade had to deco- rate their box. They gathered at St. Francis de Sales Church where all of the gifts of thanksgiving were displayed. Thanksgiv- Students of Central Abaco Primary School have been working hard to learn the many ing Day is observed on the last Thursday subjects they are required to master at their specific grade level. Student who performed in November; but due to school exams, exceptionally well in October were recognized. They were Benjamin Cornish, Preschool; On November 28th Ginelle Longley, the they brought the date up one week. The Quinesha Bonamy Grade 1; Dwayne Saunders Grade 1; Tredon Alleyne Grade 1; Earelle winner of the Religious Knowledge compe- service started with a prayer of Thanksgiv- Reckley Grade 2; Maliyah Forbes, Grade 2; Chinica Jean, Grade 2; Rosmichel Denyer, tition on Abaco, flew to Nassau along with ing to God for all of His many blessings Grade 3; Guetly St. Fleur, Grade 4; Christina Guillaume, Grade 4; Ashanti Davis, her coach Roberta Lindsay and her parents and for His continued care. A slide show Grade 5; Tyzel Cunningham, Grade 5; Isaac Russell, Grade 5; Jermina Davis, Grade as she competed in the National Religious was shown of the school’s accomplish- 6; Shavante Simms, Grade 6; Marcdala Augustin, Grade 6; and Edmilvannera Curry, Grade 6. Knowledge Competition. The topic for the speech was Let’s Build Each Other Up. Gi- Please see School Page 36 nelle placed second in the competition.

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solving Conflicts Peacefully Without Be- can break the law. There is good and bad small because when they reach adulthood it School From Page 35 ing at War. The awards day was held on anger. People respond positively to anger will become more difficult. He encouraged ments and many blessing so far this school November 24th at the school. The guest when they feel threatened or wronged but them to think before they act. They will year, after which a skit was presented by speaker for this event was Det. Insp. Ed- bad anger results in frustration when needs live to be thankful they did. the school’s drama club. After the service, ric Poitier, a 28-year veteran policeman and/or desires are not met or they lose their Bringing remarks and commending the the items were separated so that they could with the Royal Bahamas Police Force. The patience. He encouraged them to find posi- boys for a job well done was District Edu- be distributed. The items will be given to awards ceremony was lead by boys who tive ways to channel their energy. cation Superintendent Lenora Black. She needy families across Abaco. took part in this Challenge. Det. Insp. Poiter told them to learn how Please see School Page 37 Winning boy read 375 books The guest speaker gave the students a to resolve the conflicts now while they are in Boys Reading Challenge powerful talk on resolving conflicts and the results of being at war with each other as Once again boys from Central Abaco we are seeing manifested in society today. Religious Knowledge Speech Primary School got a chance to improve He began by telling them that conflicts their reading and writing skills by taking Competition Declares a Winner usually begin because someone is angry part in the annual Boys Reading Chal- with another person. He stated that anger lenge held during the month of October. is not a bad emotion. In fact it is natural. One hundred seventeen boys registered to However, it is when a person allows anger participate and 55 of them were rewarded to result in them harming another person for actually taking part in this event. The that they lose control, get into trouble and theme for this year’s Challenge was Re-

The Department of Education held a Religious Knowledge speech competition on Novem- ber 10th, an event organized by Sandy Edwards. The theme focused on improving rela- tionships. Five students participated representing Amy Roberts Primary, Central Abaco Primary, Cooper’s Town Primary, Agape Christian, and St. Francis de Sales. The win- The winner of the Boys Reading Challenge at Central Abaco Primary was Sidney Decius of ner was Ginelle Longley, grade 5, from Central Abaco Primary School. In second place grade 5. The big prize was a bicycle along with cell phone, photo package, gift certificates, was Yelena Persuad, grade 5, from St. Francis de Sales and in third place was Andrew reading books, calculator, games, toys, cologne and school supplies worth over $200. Hanna, grade 6, from Agape Christian School. The winning students received trophies. December 15, 2008 The Abaconian Section A Page 37

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ney Decius of grade 5. Other winners were Kayla Wallace. Business were generous in School where part proceeds were to go to- From Page 36 School Isaac Russell – 2nd place, Travar Blanc donating prizes, certificates, programs and wards the purchase of a new playground told the students that focusing on reading is – 3rd place, Loudino Box – 4th place, other items. for the school. On November 24th, Gwen a most necessary undertaking. This Chal- Brandon Meadows – 5th place, Eustace Central Abaco Primary Re- Martin presented principal Eunice Mills lenge addresses reading which is necessary Sturrup – 6th place, Recelph Mere – 7th ceives Playground Donation with a check for $3,000 to go towards that for them to get around in life. Reading is place, Kevin Pierre – 8th place, Warren By Samantha V. Evans purchase. The school body thanks all per- important when you travel so that you can Moreau – 9th place and Isaac Miller – 10th Earlier this year, a gospel concert was sons concerns for assisting in this effort. read signs and when you use the computer. place. Some of the prizes that the first held organized by Special Touch and the She stated that boys and girls who can read place winner received included a bicycle, PTA Board of Central Abaco Primary are not usually involved in conflicts as they cell phone, photo package, gift certificates, resolve them using the many words they reading books, calculator, games, toys, know. She ended by further encouraging cologne and school supplies worth over the boys to continue reading even though $200. The winning class teacher, Roberta Abaco Print this Challenge is over as they should aim Lindsay, also received a gift for motivating to become life-long readers. her students to embrace this opportunity to All students to participate in the com- improve their reading and writing skills. Shop petition received a certificate. Students to She had the most entrants - ten. Abaco Shopping Center read more than ten books and to write a Coordinator of the Reading Challenges, Tel: 367-3202 - Fax: 367-3201 book report for each one received books Samantha V. Evans, stated that she was as prizes. The top ten boys received books very proud of the boys. This year all of FOR ALL YOUR and special gifts from toys to electronics the boys, but one received recognition for to the coveted bicycle. The winner for the a job well done. To add to the excitement PRINTING NEEDS! second year having read 375 books and of the wonderful prizes obtained, Superin- Open 9 am - 5 pm tendent Black will treat the top ten to lunch having written the same number of book Mon. - Fri. reports on the theme of the book was Sid- with her. Also serving on the committee for the Challenges are Neulessa Major and

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Call 367-2700 • VHF Ch 16 Page 38 Section A The Abaconian December 15, 2008 November was Diabetes Awareness Month By Samantha V. Evans diabetes; especially in children. To climax The month of November was observed the month, the clinic held a health walk on as Diabetes Awareness Month and the fo- November 22, ending with the health fair. cus this year was on diabetes in children At the health fair residents could get their and adolescents. Diabetes is one of the most blood pressure and insulin checked, free common chronic diseases to affect children screening for diabetes and asked questions and can affect a child at any age includ- of the trained staff on hand. Chicken souse ing toddlers and babies. A team from the was also given to all persons who took part Marsh Harbour Clinic visited Radio Abaco in the events. to educate the public on the dangers of

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Emergency Services Police - Marsh Harbour 367-2560 The following services are provided by volunteers Visitors’ Guide Fire - Marsh Harbour 367-2000 Restaurants • Services • Transportation Fire - Dundas Town 367-2935 or 4935 Fire -Hope Town VHF Ch 16 Compliments of The Abaconian Fire - Green Turtle Cay 365-4133 Fire - Man-O-War 365-6911 www.abaconian.com Bonefi sh Guides Crossing Rocks BASRA Bah Air Sea Rescue Assoc - all areas Marine VHF 16 Area code 242 unless noted otherwise Sandy Point Tony Russell ...... 366-3259 Hope Town 366-0500 Marsh Harbour 367-3752 Patrick Roberts .. 366-4286 Cherokee Guana Cay 365-5178 Treasure Cay 365-8749 Ferry Schedules • Departure times shown • Daily service unless noted Nicholas Roberts Theodore Sawyer ...366-2111 Marsh Harbour to Hope Town or Man-O-War - 20 minutes, Guana Cay - 40 minutes Derrick Gaitor Will Sawyer ...... 366-2177 Albury’s Ferry Service • Ph 367-3147 or 367-0290 • VHF Ch. 16 • Hope Town & Man-O-War from Crossing Bch Ferdinand Burrows 366-4133 Marty Sawyer ...... 366-2115 Medical Services Marsh Harbour > Hope Town 7:15 am 9 10:30 12:15 pm* 2 4 5:45 Vernal Burrows Noel Lowe ...... 366-2107 Abaco Family Medicine Marsh Harbour ...367-2295 Return 8 am 9:45 11:30 1:30 pm* 3 4 5 6:30 Kendall White Randy Sawyer ...... 366-2284 Auskell Advanced Medical Clinic ...... 367-0020 Marsh Harbour > White Sound Contractor’s special - Mon - Fri 7 am Return 5 pm Anthony Bain ...... 366-4107 Casaurina Point Marsh Harbour Medical Centre ...... 367-0049 Marsh Harbour > Man-O-War 10:30 am 12:15 pm 2:30* 4 5:45 * Not on Floyd Burrows .... 366-4175 Junior Albury ...... 366-3058 Government Clinic Marsh Harbour ...... 367-2510 Return 8 am 11:30 1:30 pm 3:15* 5 Sundays Links Adderly ...... 366-4335 Hope Town or Corbett Clinic Treasure Cay ...... 365-8288 Marsh H. > Guana Cay (& Scotland Cay with advance notice) from Conch Inn Valentino Lightbourne Maitland Lowe ...... 366-0234 (6:45am - Union Jack Dock) 10:30 1:30 pm 3:30 5:45* holidays Government Clinic Cooper‘s Town ...... 365-0300 Ricky Burrows .... 366-4233 North Abaco Return 8 am 11:30 2:30 pm 4:45 5:45 Government Clinic Green Turtle Cay .....365-4028 Marsh Harbour O’Donald McIntosh ..477-5037 Fare • Adult prepaid oneway $15 / open return $25, • Kids 6-11 half, Under 6 free Government Clinic Hope Town ...... 366-0108 Jody Albury ...... 375-8068 Pope McKenzie ...... 477-5894 Government Clinic Sandy Point ...... 366-4010 Green Turtle Ferry • Phone 365-4166, 4128, 4151 • VHF Ch 16 • Ten minute ride Terrance Davis ....367-4464 Orthnell Russell ...... 365-0125 Government Clinic Fox Town ...... Green T Cay to Treasure Cay Airport 8 am 9 11 12:15 1:30 3 4:30 Buddy Pinder ...... 366-2163 Alexander Rolle ...... 365-0120 T Cay Airport to Green T Cay 8:30 am 10:30 11:30 1:30 2:30 3:30 4:30 5 Justin Sands ...... 367-3526 Edward Rolle ...... 365-0024 New Plymouth one way adult $10 (Children $7) • Round trip $15 • Extra to some G T Cay docks Danny Sawyer .....367-3577 Green Turtle Cay Taxi Cab Fares for one or two passengers Abaco Adventures • Ph 365-8749 VHF Ch 16 Jay Sawyer ...... 367-3941 Rick Sawyer ...... 365-4261 Plus extra for each passengers above two Treasure Cay to Guana Cay Sunday Lv 12 & returns 4:45 p.m. $25 RT Man-O-War Ronnie Sawyer ...... 365-4070 • Between Marsh Harbour Airport and: T Cay to Man-O-War/ Hope Town - Wed 9:30 am, return 4:30 pm $35 RT Ferry Dock or Murphy Town to Ammons Dr ...... $12 + $3 David Albury ...... 365-6059 Jeff Survance ...... 365-4040 Bristol Cellers thru A. Beach Hotel or Gov’t dock thru ...... T Cay to Guana Cay Sunset Cruise - Fr $25 , call for time Dundas Town ...... $10 + $3 Pinder’s Ferry Service Between Abaco & Grand Bahama - Dove Plaza, Stop Light or Sawyer’s Market ...... $10 + $2 To Abaco by land and sea from Florida • Take Discovery Cruise Gov’t Clinic thru Western Auto ...... $ 6 + $2 Crown Haven, Abaco to McLean’s Town, Grand Bah. -Daily 7:00 am & 2:30 pm Line (954-971-7347) from Ft. Lauderdale or CloudX ferry (866-473-3779) from Gov. freight dock through Dundas Town ...... $10 + $3 McLean’s Town to Crown Haven - return Daily 8:30 am & 4:30 pm West Palm Beach to Freeport •Bus to McLeans Town • Ferry to Crown Haven • Murphy Town to Shell Sta ...... $14 + $4 Fare $45 OW / $90 RT • Children half fare • Call Abaco 365-2356 for information Bus to Green Turtle Ferry or Marsh Harbour •Taxi to Marsh Harbour ferry dock Pelican Shores to Frankie Russel house ...... $14 + $4 Bus between Freeport and McLean’s Town • Rental automobiles at both terminals. Eastern Shores to Peas & Rice house ...... $14 + $4 • Ferry to Hope Town, Man-O-War or Guana Cay • Its an adventure Beyond Russell house or Peas & Rice house ...... $16 + $5 Bahamas Ferries Sandy Point to Nassau under 4 Hr. Call Sandy Point 366-4119 Great Cistern ...... $20 + $5 or Marsh Harbour 367-5250 for sailing dates • Adults $95 RT, $55 OW • Cars & trucks Restaurant Guide Spring City ...... $15 + $5 Prices $ Low, $$ Moderate, $$$ Upper Snake Cay ...... $35 + $10 The Great Abaco Express Marsh Harbour charter bus to N Abaco • Call 367-2165, Group tours Treasure Cay ...... $60 + $ 10 (Based on dinner entree range) + Picnic tables & restroom only ‡ Provides ride from town Casuarina Point ...... $60 + $10 Please bring errors & Treasure Cay Airport or Bah Palm Shores ...... $70 + $ 10 Abaco Marinas - Slips Fuel Phone Marsh Harbour Little Harbour or Cherokee ...... $80 + $10 Walker’s Cay revisions to our atten- Anglers ...... $$$ ...... 367-2158 Crossing Rocks ...... $100 + $10 Walker’s Cay - ...... Closed tion - Rev 1 Dec 08 Curly Tails ...... $$$ ...... 367-4444 Sandy Point ...... $135 + $10 Green Turtle Cay • Between Marsh Harbour Ferry and: Everyone reads The Abaconian Gino’s ...... $ ...... 367-2002 Ab Beach Hotel thru Wally’s & Eastern Shore ...... $ 2 each Bluff House ...... 45...... F ...... 365-4200 Golden Grouper ...... $ ...... 367-2301 Jib Room ...... $ 3 each Green Turtle Club ...... 32...... F ...... 365-4271 Bikes & Scooters • Boats • Cars & Carts Island Cafe ...... $ ...... 367-6444 Solomon’s Super Center ...... $5 + $3 Black Sound Marina ...15...... 365-4531 Rentals * Marsh Harbour Jamie’s Place ...... $ ...... 367-2880 Stop Light, Dove Plaza, Gov’t dock ...... $ 6 + $3 Other Shore Club ...... 12...... F ...... 365-4195 A & P Car Rentals ...... 367-2655 Jib Room ...... $$ ...... 367-2700 Government Freight Dock ...... $ 7 + $3 Abaco Yacht Service ..10...... F ...... 365-4033 B & B Boat Rentals ...... 367-7368 Gov.Clinic, W. Auto or Nat. Insurance ...... $ 9 + $3 Kentucky Fried Chicken ...... 367-2615 Mother Merle restaurant ...... $10 + $3 Treasure Cay Bargain Car Rentals ...... 367-0500 Mangoes ...... $$$ ...... 367-2366 Waiting time $20 per hour, $10 per half hour Treasure Cay Marina 150 ...... F ...... 365-8250 Blue Wave Boat Rentals ...... 367-3910 Pop’s Place ...... $ .....+ .....367-3796 Concept Boat Rentals ...... 367-5570 Children under three - free • Caged pets - as people Man-O-War Sea Shells ...... $ ...... 367-4460 Power Cat Boat Rentals ...... Luggage $1.00 each over four, Surf boards $4.00 ea. Man-O-War Marina ...26...... F ...... 365-6008 Snack Shack ...... $ .....+ .....367-4005 • Between Treasure Cay Airport and: Effective 13 Nov 05 Marsh Harbour Quality Star Car Rentals (Texaco) ..... 367-2979 Treasure Cay Resort ...... $20 + $5 Rainbow Boat Rentals ...... 367-4602 Snappas ...... $ ...... 367-2278 Boat Harbour Marina 183...... F ...... 367-2736 Madeira Park ...... $14 + $4 Rental Wheels Scooters, Bikes, Cars 367-4643 Wallys ...... $$$ ...... 367-2074 Conch Inn ...... 75...... F .....367-4000 Green Turtle Cay ferry dock ...... $8 + $4 Rich’s Boat Rentals ...... 367-2742 Hope Town Moxy ...... $18 + $5 Harbour View Marina .36...... F .....367-2182 Sea Horse Boat Rentals ...... 367-2513 Abaco Inn ...... $$$ ...... 366-0133 Bahamas Star farm ...... $24 + $5 Mangoes Marina ...... 29...... 367-2366 Sea Star Car Rentals ...... 367-4887 Cap’n Jacks ...... $ ...... 366-0247 Sand Banks ...... $24 + $5 Marsh Harbour Marina 52 F 367 2700 Joe’s Creek, Leisure Lee ...... $44 + $10 Green Turtle Cay Harbour’s Edge ...... $$ ...... 366-0087 Black Wood ...... $18 + $5 Hope Town Bay Street Rentals + ...... 477-5300 365-4070 H T Harbour Lodge ...... $$$ ...... 366-0095 Fire Road & Cooper’s Town ...... $37 + $5 Hope Town Marina .....16...... 366-0003 Brendals Dive Bikes & Kayak rental ...365-4411 Munchies ...... $ .....+ .....366-0423 Cedar Harbour ...... $55 + $5 Hope Town Hideaways...... 366-0224 C & D Cart Rental ...... 365-4084 Sea Spray ...... $$ .....‡ .....366-0065 Wood Cay ...... $60 + $5 Lighthouse Marina ...... 6...... F ...... 366-0154 D & P Cart Rental ...... 365-4655 Little Harbour Mount Hope ...... $65 + $5 Sea Spray ...... 50...... F ...... 366-0065 Donnie’s Boat Rentals...... 365-4119 Pete’s Pub Fox Town ...... $70 + $5 New Plymouth Cart Rentals ..365-4188 or 4149 Spanish Cay Lubber’s Quarter Crown Haven ...... $75 + $5 Reef Boat Rentals ...... 365-4145 Marsh Harbour Airport ...... $75 + $10 Spanish Cay Marina ...75...... F ...... 365-0083 Cracker P’s...... 366-3139 T Cay Hotel to Marsh Harbour ...... $65 + $10 Guana Cay Sea Side Carts & Bikes ...... 365-4147 T & A Cart Rentals...... 375-8055 Man-O-War T C Hotel to G Turtle Ferry (Blue Hole $24) ...... $18 + $ 5 Orchid Bay ...... 64 ...... F ...... 365-5175 Hibiscus ...... 365-6380 T C Hotel to Bonefi sh Marles ...... $22 + $5 Guana Cay Boats can clear Customs at Green Turtle Cay, Island Treats Snack Bar ...... 365-6501 T C Hotel to Joe’s Creek ...... $35 + $5 Treasure Cay or Marsh Harbour Donna Sands Cart Rentals ...... 365-5195 T C Hotel to Moxey ...... $16 + $5 Dive Guana Boats & Bikes ...... 365-5178 Guana Cay T C Hotel to Banyan Bch Club XX ...... $6 + $3 Orchid Bay Cart rentals ...... 354-5175 Docksiders ...... $$$ ...... 365-5230 Green Turtle Ferry to Marsh H Airport ...... $75 + $10 Tours & Excursions Man-O-War Grabbers ...... $$$ ...... 365-5133 Abaco Island Tours • Marsh Harbour 367-2936 Conch Pearl Boat Rentals ...... 365-6502 Nippers ...... $$$ ...... 365-5143 Airlines Serving Abaco Above & Below • Marsh Harbour 367-0350 Island Treasures Cart Rentals ...... 365-6072 Orchid Bay ...... $$$ ...... 265-5175 Abaco Air - Nassau, N Eleuthera, Moores Is ...... 367-2266 Dive Abaco 1978, Marsh Harbour 367-2787 Ria-Mar Golf Cart Rentals ...... 365-6024 Treasure Cay American Eagle - Miami ...... 367-2231 Brendals Dive • Green Turtle Cay 365-4411 Waterways Boat Rental ..357-6540 & 365-6143 Florence’s Cafe ...... $ Bahamasair - Nassau,W. Palm B, Ft Laud ...... 367-2095 Hope Town Excursion boat • Froggies • Hope T 366-0024 Coconuts ...... Continental Connection - Miami Cat’s Paw Boat Rentals ...... 366-0380 Hope Town historic walking tour 458-4670 Harbour Cafe ...... $ ...... 365-8635 Ft. Laud and W Palm Beach ...... 367-3415 Hope Town Cart Rentals ...... 366-0064 Southern Air - Nassau ...... 367-2498 Island Cart Rentals ...... 366-0448 Hudson’s Delight ...... $ ...... 365-8648 Twin Air Calypso - Fort Lauderdale ...... 367-0140 Island Marine Boat Rentals ...... 366-0282 Spinnaker Restaurant ...$$$ ...... 365-8469 Points of Interest Yellow Air Taxi - Ft Lauderdale ...... 367-0032 J R’s Cart Rental ...... 366-0361 Touch of Class ...... $$$ ...... 365-8195 Local air charters serving Bahamas & S.Florida Albert Lowe Museum ...... Green Turtle Cay Sea Horse Boat Rentals ...... 366-0023 Green Turtle Cay Abaco Air ...... 367-2266 Capt Roland Roberts House, reef exhibits ...... Green Turtle Cay T & N Cart Rentals ...... 366-0069 Bluff House...... $$$ ...... 365-4200 Cherokee Air Charters ...... 367-3450 Memorial Sculpture Garden ...... Green Turtle Cay Treasure Cay Jolly Roger Bistro ...... $$ ...... 365-4200 Wyannie Malone Historical Museum ...... Hope Town Alison Car Rent ...... 365-8193 Green Turtle Club ...... $$$ ...... 365-4271 Dive Shops Elbow Cay Light Station ...... Hope Town Cash’s Carts...... 365-8771 Harvey’s Island Grill ...... $$ ...... 365-4389 Abaco Dive Adventures, Marsh Harbour ...... 367-2963 Walk to & swim on Mermaid Reef off M Harb. ..Pelican Shore Claridge’s Cart Rentals ...... 365-8248 Laura’s Kitchen ...... $$ ...... 365-4287 Above & Below, Marsh Harbour ...... 367-0350 Drive to & swim in Blue Hole ...... Treasure Cay farm road Cornish Car Rentals ...... 365-8623 Dive Abaco 1978, Marsh Harbour...... 367-2787 McIntosh’s Restaurant ....$$ ...... 365-4625 Art studio & working foundry- ...... Little Harbour JIC Boat Rentals ...... 365-8465 Plymouth Rock Cafe ...... 365-4234 Froggies, Hope Town ...... 366-0431 Triple J Car Rentals ...... 365-8761 Working boatyards ...... Man-O-War cay Rooster’s Rest ...... $$ ...... 365-4066 Treasure Divers, Treasure Cay ...... 365-8571 Pocket beaches • Crossing Beach in Marsh Harbour Abaco Adventures - Kayaks ...... 365-8749 Brendal’s Dive, Green T. Cay ...... 365-4411 • Witches Point - 3 miles S. of Marsh Harbour Sundowners ...... 365-4060 Dive Guana ...... 365-5178 • Little Harbour - 20 miles S. of Marsh Harbour Wrecking Tree Restaurant Man-O-War Dive Shop ...... 365-6013 • Cherokee - 23 miles S of Marsh Harbour Sandy Point Miles of beach are generally on ocean exposures Nancy’s ...... Items of interest • Man-O-War boat yards • Blackwood • Treasure Cay • Green Turtle Cay • Guana Cay • Elbow Cay Pete & Gays ...... $$$ ...... 366-4119 blue hole & sisal mill • Cedar Harbour plantation ruins - need • Man-O-War Cay • Casuarina Point • Bahama Palm Shore Rickmon Bonefi sh Lodge ...... 366-4477 guide • Hole-in- Wall lighthouse - last mile very rough road • • Sandy Point & more Abaco wild horses by appointment 367-4805 • Bird watching - ask tourism 367-3067 H Cafe Open Nights Only Page 40 Section A The Abaconian December 15, 2008

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