Graceway Communities, the charitable arm of Graceway Supermarkets, collaborated with the Ministry of Health and Human Services for the Caribbean Wellness Health Fair, held on September 18 at Graceway IGA, Leeward Highway. Held as part of Caribbean Wellness Week, the Fair brought health services, education, nutrition and physical activity directly to the community, giving attendees an opportunity to learn more about their health and make healthier lifestyle choices. The Health

The Salt Rakers Aquatic Club is inviting the community to support a charity raffle during the fifth anniversary of Kew Day Fest, scheduled for Saturday, October 17, 2026, at Bellefield Landing in Kew. The free community festival will feature an “all white, all out” theme. Proceeds from the raffle will support Kew Day Fest, the Salt Rakers Aquatic Club and construction of the Bight Community Pool. Raffle tickets cost $20 each, while booklets are available for $200. The dra

Hundreds of residents received free, high-quality eye care in Providenciales through the 2026 iCARE outreach programme, a partnership involving the Turks and Caicos Islands Government, Great Shape! Inc. and the Sandals Foundation. The signing of the MOU Between Government and iCARE. At third from left is Hon. Kyle Knowles – Minister of Health and Human Services; fourth from left is Steven Stern of Icare, and at fifth from left is Deryk Is Derek Meany, General Manager for Be

For more than a decade, Turks and Caicos Islands has lived inside a slow‑moving healthcare disaster—one that every Government saw forming, every Government had the power to prevent, and every Government chose to ignore. The implosion now unfolding at the Providenciales and Grand Turk Hospitals is not a surprise. It is not sudden. It is not accidental. It is the final stage of a decline that was noticed, documented, warned about, and repeatedly dismissed. Today, with InterHeal

Lua Beach House, South Bank Resort's signature beachfront destination, has earned a 2026 Tripadvisor Travelers' Choice Award, placing it among the top 10% of restaurants worldwide. Cocktails at The Beach Bar Tripadvisor awards Travelers' Choice status to businesses that earn consistently strong reviews, based on the quality and quantity of diner ratings gathered over a 12-month period. Lua Beach House holds a 4.8 rating on Tripadvisor. Lua Beach House sits beachfront on t

The Road Dogs Running Club is preparing to bring back its Run of Nations 5K and 10K on Saturday, January 23, 2027, with registration scheduled to open October 1. Members of the Road Dogs Running Club at one of their races A new event flyer carries the slogan “It’s more than a run. It’s an experience” and shows runners gathered beneath an array of national flags. The image reflects the idea behind the race: bringing together people from the many communities represented in the

The Retreat Turks & Caicos will officially open its doors on October 1, introducing an intimate new hotel for travelers seeking a more personal and independent way to experience Providenciales. The Retreat Turks and Caicos Located in the heart of Grace Bay, The Retreat places guests within walking distance of world-renowned Grace Bay Beach, as well as many of the island's most popular restaurants, bars and boutiques. Its central location and thoughtfully considered services

Opposition Leader Douglas Parnell has called for the ministers responsible for Finance and Health to be relieved of their portfolios while an independent examination reviews the government’s handling of its dispute with hospital operator InterHealth Canada. Leader of the Opposition PDM Doug Parnell (right) addresses a news conference at its Headquarters in Providenciales on Tuesday, September 22. Looking on is party Chairman Ezra Taylor Premier Hon. Washington Misick is the

Dentons TCI, formerly Griffiths & Partners, has made an initial donation of $15,000 to Ashley’s Learning Centre, marking the first major contribution under a new three-year charity partnership. The partnership will focus on creating greater opportunities for children with special educational needs in the Turks and Caicos Islands. Deneicia Harris (left), Principal for Ashley’s Learning Centre accepts cheque donation from Conrad Griffiths (centre) and Craig James (right) of Den

Eleven track and field coaches successfully completed the practical component of the World Athletics Coaches Education and Certification System Level 1 course at the National Stadium on September 19, strengthening the pool of qualified coaches in the Turks and Caicos Islands. The assessment was organised by the Turks and Caicos Amateur Athletic Association and conducted by World Athletics Coaches Council member and CECS instructor David Riley. Coach Randy Ford facilitated t

Contemporary Turks and Caicos artist HezronH has announced that a work from his acclaimed Garden series has been acquired for the Scotiabank Global Art Program, marking a significant institutional milestone for both the artist and the growing recognition of contemporary art from the Turks and Caicos Islands. Visual Artist Hezron Henry The acquisition places HezronH among the artists represented within one of the Caribbean’s most established corporate art collections and ref

The Turks and Caicos Islands is moving ahead with a national airport development programme valued at more than US$500 million, Infrastructure Minister Arlington Musgrove said in a ministerial statement in the House of Parliament on Wednesday, September 23. He also reported progress on seaport projects and roads across several islands. Hon. Arlington Musgrove The airport programme, to be delivered by the Turks and Caicos Islands Airports Authority, is intended to develop the

News Release The Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force can confirm that a serious road traffic collision occurred in the South Dock, Providenciales on Sunday, 27 September 2026. The incident involved multiple vehicles and resulted in injuries to three individuals, including two minors. Emergency responders attended the scene, and injured persons were transported for medical treatment. Tragically, one male was pronounced deceased. Police officers, forensic personnel, and

The Turks and Caicos Islands Border Force is advising all businesses engaged in the commercial importation of alcohol and tobacco products that a new licensing regime will come into effect on 1st November 2026 under the Customs (Importation of Alcohol and Tobacco) (Application and Fees) Order 2026. The new framework is implemented to strengthen border controls, improve regulatory oversight, enhance compliance, and establish a modern system for monitoring the importation of

For a nation whose prosperity depends so heavily on healthy reefs, pristine waters, and thriving marine life, renewed investment and collaboration in conservation must become a national priority. Ed Forbes Ecotourism is the lifeblood of the Turks and Caicos Islands. Our reputation as “Beautiful by Nature” is not just a slogan, it is the foundation of our economy, identity, and global appeal. Yet, as the country experiences rapid growth, our commitment to marine and coastal

Liberty Caribbean says it has the technology and expertise to help the Turks and Caicos Islands modernise border security as part of a wider transition toward digitally enabled public services. Liberty Caribbean’s Carol Robertson with customers at the Liberty Business Launch in the Turks and Caicos Islands at Beaches Resort and Spa Carol Robertson, Liberty Caribbean representative telecommunications provider, made the announcement during the launch of Liberty Business in t

Royal Caribbean Group Investment to Advance Sandals and Beaches’ Growth and Broaden the Group’s Vacation Portfolio Royal Caribbean Group (NYSE: RCL) and Sandals Resorts today announced the signing of an agreement to form a partnership in the all-inclusive resort space with a 50% investment from Royal Caribbean Group. Building on Sandals and Beaches Resorts’ more than four decades of leadership in Caribbean hospitality, the joint venture will create new opportunities for cont

The Ministry of Health and Human Services, through its Aged Care and Rehabilitation Department, is pleased to announce the Second Annual Seniors' Retreat commemorating the International Day of Older Persons. While this marks the department's second retreat for the Turks and Caicos Islands, it is the first time the event will be held on the island of South Caicos, taking place from October 29th – 31st, 2026. This year’s theme, “The Age of Longevity: Rethinking Systems for

Photos: Liam Booth Saquona Astwood is celebrating graduating from Leeds Conservatoire, while building a growing platform that combines music, education, creativity and cultural representation. Saquona Astwood outside Leeds Conservatoire Library. Originally from the Turks and Caicos Islands, the 29-year-old moved thousands of miles to study Music Production at the specialist creative institution in Leeds. While the transition came with challenges, including adapting to a new

For twenty years, the people of the Turks and Caicos Islands have lived through the same cycle: grand announcements, ribbon‑cutting promises, and then silence. Projects are declared, studies are “underway,” consultations are “coming soon,” and yet nothing materializes. The pattern has become so predictable that citizens can recite it from memory. Photo: TCI Parliament Building | Source: Commonwealth Parliamentary Association After two decades of this, surely the people must b