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Local Biography ~ Harold La Borde and Kwailan La Borde

Harold Charles La Borde and Kwailan Yew Woon are the first Trinidadians to sail around the world.

Harold Charles La Borde was born in June 1933 and educated at Rosary Boys' RC and Belmont Boys Secondary schools

Mary Kwailan La Borde (nee Yew Woon), who was also born in 1933. Educated at Belmont Girls' R.C. School and then Holy Name Convent

Harold now in his Seventies, Harold La Borde was born in Trinidad, West Indies, in 1933, of parents with a rich mixture of blood in their veins - French, Negro, Spanish and Caribe

Harold La Borde wrote, “I am not quite sure when the urge to sail around the world got into me. It may have started on our own waterfront where, as a boy, I watched the trading schooners come and go; or perhaps it was after the time some friends and I made our first open-water passage in a small boat to Grenada, some 80 miles away from our island

Married ,7th June 1959 to Kwailan, On his first journey across the high seas, he and Kwailan, along with their friend, Buck Wong Chong, sailed to England in 1960 on the 26 ft vessel, ‘Humming Bird I’, which had neither engine, nor toilet and had oil lamps for lighting.

His wife Kwailan along with their 5 year old son, Pierre, born on May 12, 1964 took off from Trinidad on an adventure to sail around the world on a boat which Harold built with his own hands at Point Cumana started in 1963. It was a 40 ft ketch, dubbed 'Hummingbird II'

During this epic adventure she even gave birth to her second son, Andre, in Auckland, New Zealand.

Harold, Kwailan and Pierre sailed from the Trinidad Yacht Club on February 2, 1969 watched by hundreds including the Prime Minister Dr Eric Williams and six of Pierre’s little friends to be received by a crowd that included the late Prime Minister, Dr Eric Williams. They were later awarded T&T’s highest honour, the Trinity Cross

The couple embarked on a third journey around the world again from 1984–1986 on the 'Humming Bird III', which Harold also built, took 8 years and was launched on his birthday in June 1983. Harold his wife Kwailan and eldest son set off in May 1984 to follow the southern route around the world, used by the Clipper Ships.

In 1992, the La Bordes sailed across the Atlantic once again as bonafide ambassadors for Trinidad and Tobago in order to hand over the national flag to the country's team at the Barcelona Olympic Games

Harold and Mary Kwailan La Borde are pioneers in local and international voyaging. Their adventurous spirit has led to numerous journeys on both land and sea, but ultimately, it is the journey that they have endured for some fifty-two years of married life

Today they own and operate a small marina named Hummingbird Marine in Trinidad.

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"Why is he (Kubal) has been Demonized"

Errol Fabien Own Impression, Appealing to Prime Minister Kamla on Highway Re Route Movement

"He Said: He never say stop the Highway..He Said..Re Route the Highway"

(Yea i know it has 2 cheds ah ready)

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12 Black Celebrities You May Not Have Known Were of Trinidadian Descent: 1

Heather Headley: The singer/actress was born and raised in Trinidad and Tobago

Lorraine Toussaint: The actress was born in Trinidad.

Karlie Redd: The Love and Hip Hop ATL star was born in Trinidad

Mike Bibby: NBA player Mike Bibby’s mother is from Trinidad

Foxy Brown: The rapper was born to Trinidadian parents.

Nicki Minaj: Born in Trinidad and Tobago before she migrated to New York.

Karyn Parsons: The actress’s mother hails from the twin islands

Stokely Carmichael: The Black activist and civil rights leader was born and raised in Trinidad

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12 Black Celebrities You May Not Have Known Were of Trinidadian Descent: 2

Alfonso Ribeiro: The actor’s parents are from Trinidad.

Nia Long: The actress has some Trinidadian roots as her mother is from the island

Jackee Harry: The 227 and Sister, Sister actress was born in Trinidad

Romany Malco: The actor’s parents are from Trinidad and Tobago

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Local Band Launch

Band Launching Season is in the air ~ Kalicharan - Badozee Band Launch ~ September 20-9-14

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Local Soca News:

Mr. Fete is currently in Belize where he is gearing up for Belize Soca & Jazz Festival this weekend.

T&T Soca Stars Patrice Roberts and Farmer Nappy are also expected in Belize for the celebrations.

MACHEL knows how to have fun anywhere he goes

"Trust me fella , you're in a better place !"

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Local Planting Parang 2014 ~ Oldest Continuous Parang Band

The Original Lara Brothers ~ Planting Parang on September 28th 2014 at the San Antonio Green Market In Santa Cruz ~ From 3.30 til 8.30.

Tickets $60 and $100 at the San Antonio Market,

UTC Agency MovieTowne,

Simon's Music Supplies,

Carmelita's Marabella,

Kapok Hotel.

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Here are the Countries most concerned about ISIS ~ We Curious

Trinidad and Tobago ranks 6th in the world in number of Google searches for information on ISIS

http://www.dailydot.com/politics/google ... mic-state/

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In Tobago News ~

PSA threatens to shutdown the Roxborough Magistrate Court, in light of OSHA violations

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yea no ched madeup..guess chuners was drunk an asleep

A 4.5 magnitude earthquake occurred outside the south-west coast of Trinidad at 7:03am today.The shake was reportedly felt in Cedros and Chaguanas.

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Dream Team Carnival ~ Eris and Nebula Costumes 2015

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Dream Team 2015 Band Launch ~ Somewhere Out There - 1

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Dream Team 2015 Band Launch ~ Somewhere Out There - 2

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wah earthquake

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Local Beauty ~ Best Band Launch Body 2014 ~ Jamie Lee Phillips

Check out Jamie on her Timeline:
https://www.facebook.com/jamieleephilli ... l/timeline

(doesnt think tis needs a spoiler)

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wah earthquake

i read that here http://www.103fm.net/4-5-magnitude-eart ... -trinidad/

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Local Radio Host and DJ ~ Power 102FM ~ SirCharles A Davis

The Most Popular Talk Host on Today's Local Radio Station, from 9am to 12 noon during the week

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Local Market ~ Today at San Antonio Green Market (Sat. Sept. 20th 2014) in Santa Cruz

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In San Fernando: Library Corner

Mayor Kazim Hosein ~ Work-Site preparation for the restoration of the Train has begun

A walk along Harris Promenade in San Fernando is a memory lane for many.

Moving closer to Library corner in San Fernando sits one of our cherished relics the Locomotive “train” that was left over from the sugar industry

The Sugar industry played a vital role in building the City of San Fernando and will always be part of our rich heritage

Over the years, the train has been a victim of the elements amongst others.

The Mayor and the Council in discussion with the citizenry have started the process to preserve this relic from further neglect.

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In San Fernando ~ Back in the Old Years

San Fernando Hill Before The Quarrying Took Away Half Of It.

Taken In Les Efforts in the late 60's or early 70' at Corner of Richards and Donaldson Streets in San Fernando

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is about time they restored that train.....oh how I miss the old promenade....

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Saw them sandblasting today. Kudos. San Fernando needs a facelift

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yeh i agree

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BAZODEE ~ Kalicharan Carnival 2015 Band Launch

At Carnival City, Ultra Lounge, Gulf City, La Romaine

Kalicharan won the San Fernando Carnival Band of the Year title 21 times and is seeking to make it eight consecutive victories in a row if he captures the title in 2015.

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Trinidad and Tobago Named Happiest Country in the Caribbean
The destination’s bourgeoning culinary scene, world renowned beaches and numerous festivals bring out the happiness in both locals and visitors alike

http://www.blackenterprise.com/lifestyl ... caribbean/

Ever wonder why Trinis are so happy? Well, it’s not just because of Carnival and Callaloo. According to the World Happiness Report from the United Nations Sustainable Development Solutions Network released on September 8th, the destination ranked highest in happiness in the Caribbean and 31st in the world. This isn’t surprising however. With its vibrant lifestyle, dynamic mix of culture, booming business center, strong government and, of course, Carnival, which is the largest cultural festival in the Caribbean, there’s no surprise that the dual-island nation of Trinidad and Tobago leads the way in happiness in the Caribbean.

According to the study there were six key variables factored into its conclusions: “Real GDP per capita, healthy life expectancy, having someone to count on, perceived freedom to make life choices, freedom from corruption and generosity.”

The destination’s bourgeoning culinary scene and numerous festivals, combined with local steel pan music and world-renowned beaches, bring out the happiness in both locals and visitors alike. Whether sampling street food on “The Avenue” [Ariapita Avenue], moving to the music at cultural and food festivals, getting a taste of adventure in the mountains of Trinidador unwinding on Pigeon Point beach in Tobago, Trinbagonians have plenty of reasons to smile.

In addition, with 15 public holidays last year, Trinidad and Tobago is among the top ten countries in the world for the number of public holidays. Who wouldn’t want a few extra days off from work/school per year?

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4th video in I Am Petrotrin series focuses on our Refining and Marketing Operations

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Kes the Band ~ Tuesday on the Rocks Video Shoot

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Back in the day in San Fernando before...

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Ramleela Celebrations starts 24th September 2014

Ramleela locations in T&T

Tunapuna Ramleela__________Sept 24th____Tunapuna Hindu School

Sangre Grande Ramleela _____Sept 26th____Sant Nagar Temple, Sangre Grande

Pandavas Ramleela___________Sept 26th____Palmiste Park, San Fernando

Felicity Ramleela_____________Sept 26th____Pierre Road, Felicity

Cedar Hill Ramleela___________Sept 26th____Cedar Hill, Princes Town

St Johns Trace Ramleela_______Oct 3rd______St. John’s Trace, Avocat



More Ramleela Festival Locations in T&T till October 2014


• Bluebirds Sports and Cultural Organisation, Rochard Road Penal — Today - Oct 3.

• Brickfield Shiv Mandir, Waterloo Road Carapichaima — Sept 26 - Oct 5.

• Cedar Hill Village Youth Social and Cultural Organisation, Cedar Hill Village, Princes Town — Sept 26 - Oct 5.

• Dow Village Ramleela and Culutral Org Inc, Railway Road, California — Sept 25 - Oct 6.

• Gyaan Deepak Kirtan Mandali, Chotoo Street, Aranguez — Oct 18 - 19.

• First Felicity Ramleela and Cultural Group, Boundary Road Rec Ground — Sept 26 - Oct 7.

• Knox Street and Environs Sports and Cultural Association, Robbins Recreation Park, Knox Street, San Fernando—Oct 3 - 5.

• La Pastora Action Group, Arnold Dwarika Recreation Ground, La Pastora, Santa Cruz—Oct 14-18.

• Mc Bean Ramleela and Cultural Group, Lower Mc Bean Recreation Ground, Southern Main Road, Mc Bean, Couva — Oct 3 -13.

• Om Shakti Mandir, Aranguez Park — Oct 16 - 18.

• Pandavas-Palmiste and Environs Drama and Visual Arts Society, Palmiste National Park, SS Erin Road, Phillipine, San Fernando — Sept 26 - Oct 6.

• Pierre Road Ramleela Committee, Pierre/Tahadille Recreation Ground, Pierre Road, Charlieville, Chaguanas — Sept 26 - Oct 6.

• Sanatan Brahma, Reform Junction, Gasparillo — Sept 26 - 28.

• Sangre Grande Ramleela Committee, Sangre Grande Hindu School, Rosseau Street, Sangre Grande — Sept 26 - Oct 6.

• Satya Drishti Temple, Papoure Road, Lower Barrackpore — Sept 27 - Oct 3.

• Sri Ram Indian Cultural Association, Matilda Road, Princes Town — Sept 26 - Oct 5.

• St John’s Trace Ramleela Committee, St John’s Trace, Avocat, Fyzabad — Oct 3 - 12.

• Swaha Kashie Vishwanath Mandir, 1KM Rock Road, Penal—Sept 26 - 28.

• Rio Claro Ramleela Committee, 2436 Naparima Mayaro Road, Rio Claro — 26 - Oct 6.

• Swaha Divya Ashram, #5 Mowlah Road, Preysal, Couva — Oct 15 - 19.

• Swaha Sri Ram Dhaam, Lp#91 St Lucien Road, Diego Martin — Oct 6-11.

• Tarouba Ramleela Committee, Tarouba Road (Bonner Park), Marabella — Oct 3 - 12.

• Tulsei Manas Mandir, Cunapo Southern Main Road, Coal Mine, Sangre Grande — Oct 10 - 12

• Soledad Ramleela Committee, Soledad Road, Claxton Bay — Oct 3 - 12

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Veteran Calypsonian Leroy Calliste also known as 'Black Stalin' who suffered a stroke and is warded at the San Fernando General Hospital.

Keina Calliste, the daughter of Mr. Calliste said her father started to experience pain after he performed at a show in Couva on Sunday night..

He began singing calypso in 1959 he recorded his first album, the Caribbean Man, in 1979. The five time Calypso Monarch is popularly known for calypsoes such as “Caribbean Man”, “Bun Dem”, “Black Man Feelin to Party”and, “Tribute to Sundar Popo”. He also won the Calypso King of the World title in 1999.

Calliste was also the recipient of the Humming Bird Medal (Silver) in 1987 and was awarded an honorary doctorate in 2008 from UWI, St Augustine

Black Stalin who is 72 years old, will turn 73 years today 24th September

Happpy Birthdayy and a Speedy Recovery