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Government, Cap Juluca at Peace New Mou To Move Project Forward

After much talk and negotiation, the Anguilla Government and Chairman and CEO of Cap Juluca Properties Ltd, Adam Aron, have signed a new Memorandum of Understanding, paving the way for the further development of the property.

topix.net | 20-Aug-2010 23:56

Best Caribbean beaches? Try Anguilla

Meads Bay is a gently curving sweep of dazzling white sand on the still vaguely British Leeward island The best beaches in the Caribbean are on Anguilla.

topix.net | 19-Aug-2010 17:31

Singing Vinnie Captures Two Crowns

Anguilla August 5, 2010 : Two crowns, one calypsonian Anguilla's Singing Vinnie captured the title of Female Calypso Monarch and National Calypso Monarch on Wednesday night at the Cultural Village in The Valley, Anguilla.

topix.net | 06-Aug-2010 10:48

Stunning surroundings and fine dining on Anguilla

Five years ago, Brad Pitt and Jennifer Aniston picked one of the most idyllic places on Earth to break up: the tiny coral island of Scilly Cay, a short boat ride from the town of Island Harbour on Anguilla.

topix.net | 06-Aug-2010 06:49

Chief Minister Hon. Hubert Hughes and Parliamentary Secretary Hon. Haydn Hughes

He said a new Memorandum of Understanding had been signed with Starwood Capital, the new developer, following a meeting of the parties with Government.

topix.net | 30-Jul-2010 19:33

Canadian Teachers and Senior Anguillian Education Officials

The team leader is Dana Kosowick of Fort Francis, Ontario, who said she was looking forward to working with the Anguilla Teachers' Union to build capacity and to help bring the different initiatives from the Canadian Teaching Federation to the island.

topix.net | 16-Jul-2010 18:31

Mrs. Lena Lloyd, daughter Lisa and grandson unveiling Airport's name

Pilots approaching the airstrip in Anguilla now have a new announcement to make to Air Traffic Controllers.

topix.net | 09-Jul-2010 19:26

App Member Crosses Floor Leaves Two Auf Members In Opposition

Although there had been rumours about an impending switch from the Opposition side of the Anguilla House of Assembly by the lone Anguilla Progressive Party Elected Member, Jerome Roberts, to join the ruling Anguilla United Movement Government, he stunned the public when in fact he walked across the aisle on Monday, June 28.

topix.net | 02-Jul-2010 18:14

REFLECTIONS by Merritt Lake

I see that the Deputy Chief Minister in whose portfolio is responsibility for Health, called a meeting in May where he outlined the ineffectiveness of the Health Authority, and being true to the promise he made to the people during the election campaign that if the AUM was elected he would bring it directly under the auspices of the Government.

topix.net | 25-Jun-2010 19:09

Governor Alistair Harrison with Inspector Forbes at Government House

He welcomed the Government's commitment to fight corruption and pointed out that when he was sworn in, fourteen months ago, he had drawn attention to events in the Turks and Caicos and the need to be vigilant so that nothing similar would happen in Anguilla.

topix.net | 18-Jun-2010 18:50

Long list of the things to get done in Anguilla

There's Johnno's on Friday, Pumphouse on Saturday, The Dune on Sunday. Is there any rest for visitors to this Caribbean island? Katy Guest packed it all in The beach at the gloriously English-colonial Cap Juluca on the south coast of the island The first thing that a visitor must do on arriving in Anguilla is to find an extra day in the week.

topix.net | 13-Jun-2010 01:51

Mr. Baird being presented with the keys for the fire truck in Bermuda

Anguilla's Deputy Chief Minister and Minister of Social Development, the Hon. Edison Baird, was presented with the keys for the vehicle during his recent visit to the Atlantic Ocean British Overseas Territory to attend a preliminary meeting of the Overseas Territories Consultative Council meeting.

topix.net | 12-Jun-2010 01:59

Staff At The Department Of Probation Observe Probation Week 2010

Staff at the Department of Probation are this week observing their 5th anniversary with a week of activities under the theme 'United We Strive - The Department of Probation reaches 5." Cross section of Probation Staff at Church Service at the Mount Fortune Seventh-day Adventist Church on Saturday Officers were in attendance on Saturday at the Mount ...

topix.net | 11-Jun-2010 18:29

His Excellency Governor Harrison and Hon. Chief Minister Hubert Hughes

While all of its Caribbean neighbours followed their normal work and way of life routine on Monday, May 31, Anguilla celebrated in grand style the 43rd Anniversary of its 1967 revolution in which it broke its political and constitutional links with St.

topix.net | 05-Jun-2010 02:43

Editorial - Let Anguilla Day Heal Our Wounds

Anguilla Day 2010 has swiftly passed with its pomp and ceremony and this year it was pleasing to see our Revolutionary Leader, and revered Father of the Nation, James Ronald Webster, in a front-row seat at the Official Parade, his first appearance there in many years.

topix.net | 04-Jun-2010 19:24

Anguilla celebrates 43 years since Revolution

On May 30, Anguilla marks the Anguilla Revolution of 1967. This year the parade and celebrations will take place on May 31.

topix.net | 28-May-2010 21:50

Education Bill Attracts Big Public Interest

A large crowd, representing all cross-sections of the Anguillian public, took up every available space at the Teachers' Resource Centre on Tuesday evening, for a national consultation on a far-reaching Education Bill 2010 which is to go before the House of Assembly for passage in due course.

topix.net | 22-May-2010 02:46

Comments On A Planned "Hostile Takeover" Of ANGLEC

My recent articles/commentaries seem to have provoked some concern among supporters of the Government as to my motives.

topix.net | 21-May-2010 17:28

Anguilla: A celebrity hot spot priced for superstars

It doesn't have a single all-inclusive resort, nor has it produced a pop star of Rihanna magnitude.

topix.net | 21-May-2010 08:08

Mr. Proctor along with Governor Harrison surrounded by Senior Officers of the Force

At 45, newly-appointed Commissioner of Police, Rudolph Proctor, is one of the youngest Anguillian to head the island's law enforcement agency.

topix.net | 18-May-2010 01:57

The Anguillian Newspaper:

The two-week Primary School Netball Competition, sponsored by the Anguilla Electricity Company , ended at the Ronald Webster Park on May 8, with the Morris Vanterpool School team emerging winner.

topix.net | 17-May-2010 19:53

Anguilla Heritage Trail

The Anguilla Heritage Trail is a joint project supported by the Anguilla Archaeological and Historical Society , the Anguilla National Trust , the Anguilla Tourist Board , the Anguilla Hotel and Tourism Association and individual and corporate donors.

topix.net | 12-May-2010 00:06

Anguilla hosts Red Ensign Group annual conference
THE VALLEY, Anguilla -- In its quest to foster strong associations and best practice among its members, the Red Ensign Group (REG), holds an annual conference. Its members include the United Kingdom, the UK Crown Dependencies and the UK Overseas Territories who operate shipping registers.
caribbeannetnews.com | 10-May-2010 02:00

Chief Minister Hughes and Dr. Harrigan announcing Agreement

Mr. Hughes signed the relevant documents in his office on Tuesday, in the presence of his Permanent Secretary for Economic Development and Tourism, Dr.

topix.net | 08-May-2010 02:30

5 Police Officers Promoted To Sergeant, Inspector Respectively

Acting Commissioner of the Royal Anguilla Police Force, Rudolph Proctor, announced on Wednesday the promotion of five officers, from among twelve, who recently sat the Police Promotion Examinations for Constable to Sergeant and from Sergeant to Inspector.

topix.net | 07-May-2010 17:56

Anguillians Hear About 2010 Budget Proposals Details of Taxes Etc To Be Presented In House

The two-month-old Anguilla United Movement Government returned to the Rodney McArthur Rey Auditorium on Tuesday evening for its second well-attended public consultation, this time on the 2010 budget proposals - three days before formal presentation in the House of Assembly on Friday.

topix.net | 30-Apr-2010 00:49

Crime is number one challenge in the sub-region, says OECS chairman
BASSETERRE, St Kitts (CUOPM) -- The Chairman of the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS), St Kitts and Nevis Prime Minister Denzil Douglas has listed crime as the number one challenge facing the nine-member sub-regional grouping. Douglas told CMC that he believes there is need for greater concerted effort.
caribbeannetnews.com | 14-Apr-2010 02:00

Parole Bill: a Step to Help Prisoners Key Officials Speak About Anguilla's Prison

The new Executive Council moved quickly on March 11 to give approval to two pieces of social development legislation which will ultimately assist with the release of long-serving prisoners who show remorse for their criminal conduct and a desire to reform.

topix.net | 28-Mar-2010 00:03

Caribbean jurisdictions sign tax agreements
PARIS, France (AFP) -- Three Caribbean jurisdictions, St Kitts and Nevis, St Vincent and the Grenadines and Anguilla, now meet internationally agreed standards on exchange of tax information, the OECD said. St Kitts and Nevis and St Vincent and the Grenadines are island nations, while Anguilla is a British territory.
caribbeannetnews.com | 25-Mar-2010 01:00

Government Reports to the People Headache To Bridge Recurrent Gap Of 90 Million

The people of Anguilla have been given an insight into the difficult financial position of the island and various matters relating to the functioning of the Ministers of Government, since the election to office of the Anguilla United Movement Administration.

topix.net | 20-Mar-2010 00:33

Govt needs EC$90 million to balance its 2010 budget

The new Anguilla government, led by Chief Minister Hubert Hughes who is also Finance Minister, reported Thursday evening that the government is bankrupt and has to find EC$90 million to balance the budget.

topix.net | 14-Mar-2010 18:52

The Anguillian Newspaper:

His Excellency Alistair Harrison, Governor of Anguilla, announced on Tuesday, March 9 that, on the unanimous recommendation of the Judicial Service Commission he has approved the appointment of Ms Ivenia Benjamin as Senior Magistrate.

topix.net | 12-Mar-2010 18:41

Welcome to the Island of Anguilla Bwi

The northern most island in the Windward island chain, Anguilla is just an hour flight from Puerto Rico SJU and a 20 minute ferry ride from our neighbor to the south, St.

topix.net | 10-Mar-2010 02:59

Anguilla United Movement To Form New Government

The Anguilla United Movement lead by former Chief Minister Hubert Hughes takes over the reins of power after securing four of the island's seven districts in the February 15th poll.

topix.net | 17-Feb-2010 04:00

Commentary: Will AUF remain in government in Monday's elections in Anguilla?

By Oscar Ramjeet Voters and other locals in the tiny dependent territory of Anguilla, as well as nationals of other Caribbean countries are speculating who will win Monday's general elections.

topix.net | 16-Feb-2010 03:45

Commentary: Will AUF remain in government in Monday's elections in Anguilla?
Voters and other locals in the tiny dependent territory of Anguilla, as well as nationals of other Caribbean countries are speculating who will win Monday's general elections. This the third country in the region to hold elections within the past two months. The leaders of three political parties are vying to be Chief Minister.
caribbeannetnews.com | 15-Feb-2010 01:00

Anguilla's tourism arrivals climb steadily
NEW YORK, USA -- Anguilla’s Wallblake Airport over the Holiday season continued to show quiet resilience, creating confident optimism with the arrival of private jets attributing to the increase in US visitor arrivals, an indication that the challenging economic environment may have given way to pent-up demand.
caribbeannetnews.com | 12-Feb-2010 01:00

General election set for February

Voters in this British Overseas Territory will go to the polls on February 15 to elect a new government.

topix.net | 07-Jan-2010 16:51

Anguilla elections February15; St Kitts-Nevis still to announce date
THE VALLEY, Anguilla -- The breakaway island of Anguilla, which was originally a part of St Kitts-Nevis, but which formed its own government under British administration in 1971, will hold its general elections on February 15, but St Kitts and Nevis Prime Minister, Denzil Douglas, has not announced a date for his country's elections.
caribbeannetnews.com | 07-Jan-2010 01:00

LIAT advisory regarding airborne ash clouds from Soufriere Hills volcano
ST JOHN’S, Antigua – Following reports of airborne ash clouds from the Soufriere Hills Volcano in Montserrat, LIAT has advised the travelling public that, although to date no LIAT service has been affected, the volcanic ash has the potential to disrupt air travel in the Eastern Caribbean.
caribbeannetnews.com | 23-Dec-2009 01:00

BRITAIN - Minister voices UK's stance on Turks and Caicos

Britain's Minister for the Overseas Territories, Chris Bryant, has given the leaders of five British Overseas Territories reasons why London took the decision to intervene in the governance of the Turks and Caicos Islands and removed the elected government in that territory earlier this year.

topix.net | 09-Dec-2009 15:35

British minister meets Caribbean overseas territories leaders
LONDON, England -- Minister responsible for the Overseas Territories, Chris Bryant, on Monday met elected leaders from five British Overseas Territories (OTs) in the Caribbean who are in London for the annual Overseas Territories Consultative Council (OTCC) on 8 and 9 December.
caribbeannetnews.com | 09-Dec-2009 01:00

Anguilla's golf is back in the swing
THE VALLEY, Anguilla -- On December 19, 2009, Anguilla's first and only golf course, the Temenos Golf Course, the $50 million creation of Greg Norman, will re-open. Considered one of the finest golf courses in the Caribbean, the 7,063-yard championship course was designed by golf legend Greg Norman
caribbeannetnews.com | 08-Dec-2009 01:00

Anguilla emerges as new destination for incentives and meetings travel to the Caribbean
NEW YORK, USA -- Anguilla, the serene island paradise in the Caribbean, known for its tranquility, beauty and famed upscale resorts is developing new initiatives with substantial reasons for incentive and meeting planners to take a closer look at this unspoiled, tropical island getaway.
caribbeannetnews.com | 01-Dec-2009 01:00

Winair closes Anguilla operation
PHILIPSBURG, St Maarten -- Regional carrier Windward Islands Airline (Winair) has announced that it will be terminating the route from St Maarten to Anguilla with effect from December 1, 2009. According to Vice President of Marketing, Claudio Buncamper, this is as a result of the airline suffering significant losses.
caribbeannetnews.com | 27-Nov-2009 01:00

Forward March a " Oecs leaders to sign new treaty by yearend

FORWARD MARCH OECS leaders to sign new treaty by yearend >> THE VALLEY, Anguilla, CMC - Leaders of the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States have ended their historic 50th meeting here pledging to sign a new treaty on December 29 in St Kitts.

topix.net | 22-Nov-2009 23:27