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Florida Caribbean Sun November 2010
Florida Caribbean Sun November 2010
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place incentives and improved infrastructure including the bridge
across the Berbice River and cold storage facilities at the main airport
which “are helping to ensure increased production and reliable and
timely transport of products.” He said both the Guyana Government
and the private sector at home would be open and eager to discuss
with Florida business persons strategies for increasing trade between
the two locations.
During his visit to Caribbean Supercenter supermarket the prime
minister saw the range of Guyanese products on sale but was of the
view that the range could be expanded significantly. However, owner
of the establishment, Naraine Moonesar, explained that there were
constraints to importing many products from Guyana which was not
the case with imports from Trinidad and Jamaica.
The prime minister in turn argued that much of the products and
produce from Guyana were not the same as those exported from
Trinidad and Jamaica and were subject to “different treatment” by
the various US agencies such as the Food and Drug Administration.
He added that many of the products qualified for, and were in fact
being exported to New York but that due to Florida’s climate exports
directly to this State were treated differently.
The prime minister’s program during his visit to Central Florida was
arranged by Florida’s Caribbean Sun newspaper and among those
sponsoring the program of events were Timehri Restaurant and Ban-
quet Hall, Rosen Hotels, Circa Restaurant, the Law Offices of Gail See-
ram, Caribbean Supercenter, Naraine’s Bakery, Laparkan Shipping,
the Guyanese American Cultural Association of Central Florida
(GACACF), Mr. & Mrs. Errol Baines, DJ Gary Osman, The Highland
Agency and Luxury Rides.
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rinidad and Tobago’s Prime Min- trade relations, energy industry, nation-
ister Kamla Persad-Bissessar is al and regional diversification efforts,
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to hold a high-level meeting the narco-trade, border protection and
arbadians from around the United own death. At one point Golding said “he
States were among thousands of (Thompson) was no ordinary man”. with United States Secretary of State other security issues.
individuals, organizations, inter- Hillary Clinton at the US State Depart- The release said Persad-Bissessar will
Golding said that his late colleague had ment on Wednesday, November 10. The also share with Clinton the various new
national agencies and governments pay-
brought to the regional integration move- two are expected to discuss a range of initiatives taken by her People’s Partner-
ing tribute to the late Prime Minister of
ment “a sharp and refreshing look at Car-
Barbados, David Thompson, who died of issues of mutual interest including major ship Government in its five months in
ibbean issues” and was also a “realist and
pancreatic cancer last month. economic, social, security and political office thus far to promote economic and
a pragmatist”.
matters. social growth and development for, not
Several Barbadians living in the United
“He was passionately a Caribbean man, While in the US, Persad-Bissessar will only Trinidad and Tobago, but the entire
States, including Florida were among
all of us Caribbean leaders will miss his deliver a special lecture at Harvard Uni- Caricom region, such as the Children’s
those who travelled home to attend fu-
wise counsel,” Golding said during the versity and also receive the 2010 Wom- Life Fund and the Helping Hand projects.
neral services for the late prime minister.
near two and a half hour ecumenical ser- en of the Year award from the US-based The Prime Minister will also present an
Among them was the Barbados-born in-
vice held at the famed Kensington Oval,
ternational recording star, Rihanna. Ja- Glamour magazine. official gift to Clinton and extend an
on the outskirts of the capital.
maican reggae star, Luciano along with The discussions with Clinton are also official invitation for her to visit Trini-
Caribbean Community (CARICOM) heads A book of condolence was opened at the expected to center on issues directly dad and Tobago.
of government, diplomats and represent- Barbados Consulate in Miami and several dealing with US/Trinidad and Tobago/ While in Washington, Persad-Bissessar is
atives of various regional and internation- Caribbean organizations, business and Caricom relations, with a primary focus also scheduled to deliver an address to
al organizations joined in an emotional civic leaders signed the book as well as on the state of the global and regional the Permanent Council of the Organiza-
farewell to Thompson, the third Barbadi- sent messages to the government of Bar- economies and the impact of the global tion of American States on November 10
an prime minister to die in office since bados.
financial crisis on developing countries, at the OAS Headquarters.
political independence in 1966.
Hundreds of Barbadians lined the streets
“The entire Caribbean has been left poor- to have a glimpse of the casket draped in
er,” Jamaica’s Prime Minister Bruce Gold- the Barbados flag drawn on a military
ing said of Thompson, who entered Par-
liament at the age of 25, and had shown
carriage and carrying the body of the 11th
regional leader to die in office.
Jerk Festival November 14
courage in the way in which he faced his
FORT LAUDERDALE - The beautiful Markham Park in Sunrise, Florida will become the
Mecca of Jamaican culture for the highly anticipated 9th Annual Grace Jamaican Jerk
Festival slated for Sunday, November 14.
Duck Curry Competition November 13
The one-day, family-friendly event, which attracts over some 18,000 patrons, will offer
an all- encompassing cultural experience with presentations that will take Jamaicans
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back home and give others a chance to feast, not only on succulent jerk foods, but on
he stage is set for Central Florida’s The winner will get a $1000 prize, second the offerings of authentic traditions. Plus, live sporting action will keep sports fans thor-
annual duck curry competition to place $500 and third place $300. The peo- oughly entertained.
be held on Saturday, November 13 ple’s choice winner will get $300.
at Thunder Field in Orlando, near the Citrus The Western Union and Digicel Cultural stages will dish out a generous helping of genu-
There will be television and other media ine Jamaican culture with presentations and performances that showcase the island's
Bowl. Organizers of the event say that this
coverage of this event. The action starts at rich heritage, along with riveting tributes to Jamaican cultural icon and scholar, the late
year’s “will be bigger and better” with a
12 noon. Professor Rex Nettleford.(SFLCN).
variety of entertainment.
P
resident Bill Clinton visited give President Obama a chance to
Orlando recently to help fix an economy that has been on a
campaign downward slide for years. There
for Democrat had also been rumors that Clin-
Kendrick Meeks. ton had asked Meeks to with-
A rally at the Uni- draw from the senate race so
versity of Central that the Republican candidate
Florida brought would not win but both Clinton
out a crowd of and the Meeks campaign denied
mainly students. this.
Dignitaries in- Republican Marco Rubio won
cluding Mayor the Senate seat beating out
Buddy Dyer Caribbean Sun’s Managing Editor Florida Governor Charlie
and Congress- Laverne McGee with President
Crist and Meeks.
man Alan Clinton during his recent visit
Grayson were Clinton has long been a
also in attendance. Clinton gave a supporter of minority issues and has
speech that brought UCF students spent time and money on the relief
to their feet. He spoke mainly about effort in Haiti.
the economy and urged people to
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range County's newly elected mayor Teresa Jacobs says she wants to work closely with
the County's Caribbean American community and promises to meet with community
leaders early in her term of office. She will be sworn-in on January 4, 2011.
Jacobs was among guests at a recent Caribbean American Chamber of Commerce of Florida net-
working event at the Rosen Center hotel.
Jacobs represented District 1 on the Board of County Commissioners, which encompasses south-
west Orange County from Winter Garden to Hunter's Creek. She was elected in 2000, re-elected
in 2004, and stepped down in 2008 due to term limits. Jacobs was credited with taking on special
interests, championing new ethics rules for Orange County elected officials, and successfully
strengthening local laws to prevent school overcrowding. She was elected President of the Flori-
da Association of Counties (2007).
On January 26, 2010, Jacobs announced that she plan to run for Mayor of Orange County. She
was opposed by Bill Segal, Linda Stewart, and Matthew Falconer. On August 24, 2010, Linda
Stewart (19%) and Matthew Falconer (15%) were eliminated in the primary election. Teresa Ja-
cobs (42%) and Bill Segal (22%) both advanced to the general election in a run off. In the general
election on November 2, 2010, Teresa Jacobs resoundingly defeated Bill Segal, 68% - 32%. Caribbean Sun’s Melinda Gordon presenting a copy of the
newspaper to Mayor-elect Theresa Jacobs
A steel pan welcome for the PM at PM shares a light moment with Oswena Lyking and
Caribbean Supercenter Peter Vasconcellas
PM greets
Saturday Reginald McGill from Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer’s Office
morning
shoppers at
Caribbean
Supercenter
Greets Andre
Allong of the
Caribbean
American
Chamber of
Commerce of
Florida in the
presence of a
UCF student .
Taurus (20 April - 20th May) Perhaps it is time to seek the means you
can improve your health. Professional secrecy can only lead to devastating
circumstances. Start planning your holidays now so as to avoid difficulties in
the second half of November.
Gemini (21 May -21 June) There is a lot going on. Don’t let money is-
sues depress you. You need to remain energetic through this time. You will be
rewarded for your hard work.
Cancer (22 June - 22 August) Try not to spend time with your col-
leagues if you want to avoid problems later. You might want to attend a mu-
sical show to lift your spirits.
Leo (23 August - 22 August ) As the holidays approach what better way
to spend them than go shopping. However don’t let the credit card rule you
or else you will spend the rest of the time with nothing to do but look at bills.
Virgo (23 August - 22 September) Make time for friends and family this
holiday season. Spend time under the mistletoe you never know how lucky
you can get.
Radio personality Ron Bobb-Semple introduces Dr. Maya Trotz at the Taste of Guyana
Tampa, FL
(L-R) Orange County Sheriff Demings, Police Chief Val Demings, Sakinah
Bell and Robert “ Kool” Bell
Mrs. Yvonne Hinds Center with Board members Guyana Relief Council of
Florida at their annual fundraising Ball held Carnival weekend in Miami
GACACF Financial Forum presenters
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