St. Kitts – Nevis To Train 1,200 People In IT

Basseterre, St. Kitts – Nevis
August 31, 2007
For Immediate Public Release

Twelve hundred persons in St. Kitts and Nevis will be trained in Information Technology (IT), as they work towards achieving certification for an International Computer Drivers Licence (ICDL).

The ICDL is the world’s leading computer skills certification programme which equips successful participants with the skills to be fully competent in the use of a personal computer and common computer applications. Holders of the licence will also be equipped with the essential concepts of (IT).

Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Education Osmond Petty told SKNIS that the programme is part of the ongoing IT based Training and Management Project funded by the European Union (EU). The project was implemented three years ago and advocates for the establishment of an IT foundation and training in undergraduate and postgraduate areas. It also provides personal computers and related equipment and software to be used in schools and other educational and community institutions.

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American Airlines Launches New York – St. Kitts Flights

Basseterre, St. Kitts – Nevis
August 29, 2007

To celebrate the launch of the new non-stop flight between New York’s JFK International Airport and St. Kitts, American Airlines is offering a discounted roundtrip airfare that provides a substantial savings.

For travel between November 18, 2007 and June 30, 2008, individuals can fly to St. Kitts from JFK on American for just $230 roundtrip. This airfare is offered as a package deal, so hotel reservations must also be made at the time of flight booking in order to qualify for this discounted airfare. Reservations must be made by September 7, 2007 through AA Vacations, Expedia or other authorized St. Kitts travel agents. Blackout dates and other restrictions may apply. The offer is subject to taxes and service charges, and rates and conditions are subject to change without notice.

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St. Kitts – Nevis Ramp Up Bio-Energy Programs

Basseterre, St. Kitts – Nevis August 29, 2007 For Immediate Public Release St. Kitts and Nevis hopes to come up with tangible, practical recommendations to address the development of its renewable energy sector. The St. Kitts and Nevis Cabinet under …

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Prinderella’s Cucumber Cream Soup Recipe

Cucumber Cream Soup Recipes - Nevis

Chilled Cucumber Cream Soup Recipe – Found this while rooting away in some old Nevis stuff.  Char (RIP) gave me this back in the early 90s, and I just NOW am getting around to giving it a try.  Oh well better late than never. This is great dish when the heat is on. Ah yes, how I miss Prinderella’s and the Sunday roast dinners with Yorkshire pudding.

Nevis Gears Up For Upcoming Bi-Elections

Charlestown, Nevis
August 24, 2007

The Nevis Reformation Party (NRP) led Nevis Island Administration is very hopeful of gaining two of the three Federal seats for Nevis, in the upcoming bi”“election to be held today, Monday, August 27, 2007. The Hon. Joseph Parry said the win will consolidate the party’s position in the Federal Parliament, thus allowing Nevis to attain greater autonomy.
 
The seat was made vacant by the sudden passing of the Hon. Malcolm Guishard on June 11, 2007. The deceased Mr. Guishard held the position of Leader of the Opposition in the St.Kitts – Nevis Federal Assembly.
 
The candidate for the Nevis Reformation Party, the Hon. Hensley Daniel is currently the Deputy Premier of Nevis in the Nevis Island Administration and has been endorsed by several local Nevisians who bears witness to Minister Daniels years of assistance to the people of Nevis. “When Mr. Daniel was director of community affairs he assisted my family and myself with tangible items such as food and clothing, but most importantly he took time on many occasions to simply talk to me and give my guidance and support.” Said Ms. Idella Newton, Stoney Grove , Nevis.

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