Grade 6 student wins 2024 Anegada Lobster Fest Artwork Competition
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Grade 6 student Mariyelis Malone from the Robinson O’Neal Memorial Primary School has won the 2024 Anegada Lobster Fest Artwork Competition.
Orrett Donald Kennedy tops 2024 CSEC exams in VI
ROAD TOWN, Tortola- Orrett Donald Kennedy from the St. George’s School has topped the 2024 Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate (CSEC) examinations in the Virgin Islands (VI) with 9 Grade Ones out of eleven subjects written.
Trust and Confidence are Supreme- Part A
Dickson C Igwe
Ok, a local attorney offered a narrative on family finances on social media. She stated that money in a joint account is like a joint tenancy of land. It follows a principle in law that the survivor takes all. Consequently, whoever gets to the bank first on break up, falling out, deception, divorce, or death, owns the contents of that account. That is the reality.
VI promoted as Winter/Spring travel destination in US Mid-Atlantic Region
NEW YORK, USA– The British Virgin Islands Tourist Board & Film Commission (BVITBFC) has said it recently completed a dynamic two-week promotional campaign across the U.S. Mid-Atlantic from August 28 to September 13, 2024.
Premier pledges full support for 'very capable' Health Minister
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D Wheatley (R7) has described Minister for Health and Social Development Honourable Vincent O Wheatley (R9) as capable enough to hold the portfolio entrusted to him.
HoA approves $100M loan from CIBC
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- A motion for the government of the Virgin Islands (VI) to borrow one hundred million dollars ($100m) from Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (CIBC) was passed in the House of Assembly (HoA) on Thursday, September 26, 2024.
Linton V. Leonard In! Appointed Deputy Clerk of HoA
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Virgin Islander Linton V. Leonard has been appointed Deputy Clerk of the House of Assembly (HoA) of the Virgin Islands. The appointment takes effect from January 2024.
‘Pull me up’ if I ever get disrespectful in HoA- Hon Luce D. Hodge-Smith
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Directed to the Opposition Members of the House of Assembly, including the controversial and disrespectful Hon Myron V. Walwyn (R6), first-term legislator and Junior Minister for Tourism and Culture Hon Luce D. Hodge-Smith (R4) has called for elected representatives to be able to express themselves more decently and be respectful to their colleagues.
Gov't reports of 'improvement in customer satisfaction' across various depts
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The newly released Mid-Year Review Edition of the Government’s Customer Service Newsletter highlights an improvement in customer satisfaction across various Departments, when compared to the first quarter of 2024 and features statistics collected through the RateUs platform.
VG Summer Jam: Defending champs Set It Off see off challenge of Dominican League
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI- Play in the Summer Jam League 2024 continued last weekend at Jeffrey Caines Arena in Virgin Gorda where Set It Off and Skilful Ballers were among the winners.
Is VG 'Health Committee' genuine or about a selfish political agenda?
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI- The Ad Hoc Committee For Urgent Enhancement of Health Care to the Virgin Gorda Community says it was birthed out of love for the Virgin Gorda community and the need for holding accountable those in charge of the Territory’s healthcare; however, not everyone is convinced it is that innocent.
21-year-old fatally shot in Sugar Estate, St Thomas
VI CONSORTIUM
CHARLOTTE AMALIE, St Thomas, USVI— A 21-year-old man was fatally shot in the Sugar Estate area of St Thomas on Wednesday, September 25, 2024, according to the [US] VI Police Department.
‘I am very supportive of the side I am on’- Hon Smith
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Deputy Premier and Minister for Financial Services, Labour and Trade, Honourable Lorna G. Smith, OBE (AL) has once again made it clear that she is in complete support of the government in which she is serving.
Walywn wants ‘only member in Cabinet from sister island fired’- Hon Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- It was on Tuesday, September 24, 2024, during the continuation of the 19th Sitting of the First Session of the 5th House of Assembly (HoA) that Sixth District Representative and Opposition member Hon Myron V. Walwyn said that Health and Social Development Minister Hon Vincent O. Wheatley (R9) should be fired.
Leroy A.E. Abraham appointed CEO of power company in Grenada
ST GEORGE’S, Grenada- Former General Manager of the BVI Electricity Corporation (BVIEC) Mr Leroy A.E. Abraham has taken up a similar role in the Spice Isle of Grenada.
'Healthcare committee' on VG expresses concerns & demands answers
VIRGIN GORDA, VI- The Committee for Urgent Enhancement of Healthcare to the Virgin Gorda Community has issued a statement expressing concern over alleged unaddressed requests for funding.
46 bales of plastics exported to Honduras- DWM Director
POCKWOOD POND, Tortola, VI- Director of Waste Management, Mr Marcus E. Solomon has praised the efforts of the Virgin Islands community for its contribution to the recycling programme.
Leaders willing to ‘fix’ deficiencies in the system needed- Premier Wheatley
FAT HOGS BAY, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance, Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has given his opinion as to what he believes a good leader is, after claiming that politicians are sometimes the main reason why changes needed in the Virgin Islands are not seen.
Financial Report for Festival ‘is going to be forthcoming very soon’- Dirk L. Walters
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- With the 70th Virgin Islands Emancipation Festival successfully held, the public is now waiting to hear what the financial numbers look like.
Road works to commence between Paraquita Bay & Hodges Creek
PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI- The Government of the Virgin Islands is constructing 3,813 linear feet of concrete roadway from Paraquita Bay to Hodges Creek.
BDO Schools League to start Oct 16: Men’s National League Oct 19
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The BDO Schools League will begin on October 16, while the BVI Football Association (BVIFA) Men’s National League will kick off on October 19, 2024.
VI honours 7 centenarians
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Seven centenarians were recently honoured by the Social Development Department for reaching the incredible milestone of 100 years.
Asphalting of SCB Road delayed to fix drainage issues- Hon Rymer
SEA COWS BAY, Tortola, VI- Motorists and pedestrians eager for the Sea Cows Bay Road to be resurfaced with asphalt will have to wait a little while longer as the project has been put on hold to address the drainage issues first.
USVI: 'WAPA will be fixed by the end of my term'- Gov Bryan
VI CONSORTIUM
FREDERIKSTED, St Croix, USVI- “I think by the end of my term in office, WAPA will be fixed.” That was the assurance coming from Governor Albert A. Bryan Jr. during Monday’s press briefing on St John. “Fixed means that the power stays on. It’s constant. We have good renewables, you can rely on the bill that you’re reading, and your bill is cheaper than it is today,” he clarified. “By the time I leave office, that’s going to be a fact.”
Proposal to move Emancipation Festival Parade to Saturday- Dirk L. Walters
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- With many persons not pleased with the usual late start of the August Monday Parade for Emancipation Festival, there is debate as to whether the Rise and Shine Tramp should be moved to another day or the August Monday Parade be shifted to a Saturday.
VI team departs for FIRST Global Robotics Competition in Greece
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- A team of five students has left the Territory to compete in the FIRST Global Robotics Competition in Athens, Greece.
‘The public service is broken’- Premier Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- It is no secret there is much to be desired from the public service of the Virgin Islands; however, it always resonates differently when leaders are honest enough to acknowledge the problem.
Fmr Acting Deputy Clerk of HoA Khauesten Industrious joins RDA
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Former Acting Deputy Clerk of the House of Assembly (HoA) Khauesten Industrious, who retired from the public service in December 2023, has joined the Virgin Islands Recovery and Development Agency (RDA).
‘The potholes are too deep’- Opposition Leader
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Opposition Leader Hon Ronnie W. Skelton (AL) has called on the government to find a way to “erase” the many potholes on the roads in the Virgin Islands.
More street lights coming in the many dark areas on the roadways
LONG BUSH, Tortola, VI- Since the passage of hurricanes Irma and Maria in 2017, many fallen poles with street lights throughout the Virgin Islands have yet to be restored.
Mourant HLSCC College Classic Race Series returns for 29th year with fun run @ Paraquita Bay
PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI– The 29th edition of the Mourant HLSCC College Classic Race Series kicked off on Saturday, September 21, 2024, at the H. Lavity Stoutt Community College (HLSCC) Paraquita Bay campus. This year’s series continues the “Fun Runs,” where participants of all ages can enjoy a spirited run and have the chance to win prizes.
Matriarch of Willock/Tobin family Bernice L. Leonard-Tobin laid to rest
SEA COWS BAY, Tortola, VI- The late businesswoman and Sea Cows Bay resident Mrs Bernice Leonora Leonard-Tobin was laid to rest in Sea Cows Bay yesterday, Sunday, September 22, 2024, following a celebration of her life attended by family, friends, church members and government officials at the Seventh-day Adventist Church- Purcell.
Tropical wave expected to move off coast of Africa today or tomorrow- DDM
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Department of Disaster Management (DDM) continues to monitor a tropical wave that could develop within the next seven days.
Declaring interests to serve on boards could be ‘prohibitive’- Opposition Leader
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Opposition Leader Honourable Ronnie W. Skelton (AL) has warned against putting certain requirements in legislation that will deter people from serving on boards.
Private plane crash-lands @ Cyril E. King Airport in STT
VI CONSORTIUM
CHARLOTTE AMALIE, ST Thomas, USVI- The Cyril E. King Airport runway on St Thomas was closed for over an hour, following the crash landing of a private aircraft today, Sunday, September 22, 2024.
Ricketts blazes to victory in HLSCC College Classic opener
PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI- Jermaine A. Ricketts continued his dominance on the road racing scene in the Virgin Islands, blazing to victory in the opening race of the H. Lavity Stoutt Community College (HLSCC) College Classic race series on Saturday, September 21, 2024.
2 injured in motor scooter accident @ Fish Bay
FISH BAY, Tortola, VI- Two persons were reportedly injured in a motor scooter accident at Fish Bay around 11: 25 PM last night, September 21, 2024.
Prospective VI Chevening Scholars invited to Information Workshop
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Head of the Governor’s Office, Ms Ginny Ferson OBE will be leading a special workshop, designed to assist potential applicants to the United Kingdom’s prestigious Chevening Scholarship.
Despite Gov't deals & no obstacles, St Croix Racetrack still unbuilt
VI CONSORTIUM
FREDERIKSTED, St Croix, USVI- Despite rosy projections from VIGL representatives that training activity on the Randall 'Doc' James Racetrack could be seen by as early as next spring, lawmakers on Tuesday, September 17, 2024, expressed unease over the lack of firm timelines and the company’s less-than-stellar track record on the project thus far.
New Online ED Card System to 'significantly reduce wait times' @ ports of entry
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Government of the Virgin Islands is marking a transformative step in immigration management and will launch the Online Embarkation/Disembarkation (ED) Card System next month.
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