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Natasha J. Chalwell tipped to be Deputy Director of BVITB
PORT PURCELL, Tortola, VI- Sources closed to the process have informed our News Centre that current Marketing Director of the BVI Ports Authority (BVIPA) Mrs Natasha J. Chalwell is expected to become the new Deputy Director of the BVI Tourist Board (BVITB).
FEMA deploys over 200 personnel to USVI for Post-Ernesto recovery
VI CONSORTIUM
FREDERIKSTED, St Croix, USVI- In the aftermath of Tropical Storm Ernesto, the Federal Emergency Management Agency has announced the deployment of Incident Management Assistance Teams (IMATs) and other personnel to the US Virgin Islands (USVI).
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'Don't stop chasing your dreams'- Julieth M. Smith
CHARLOTTE AMALIE, St Thomas, USVI- Julieth M. Smith’s story is one of inspiration, determination and perseverance, which is a testament to the saying 'it is never too late' to do anything.
'Engaging & enlightening' Emancipation Exhibition officially opens
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Virgin Islands Emancipation Exhibition officially opened on Monday, August 12, 2024, at Sir Olva Georges Plaza in Road Town.
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BVI Airports Authority & LIAT 2020 in talks to service VI- BVIAA MD
TRELLIS BAY, Beef Island, VI- The BVI Airports Authority (BVIAA) is currently in talks with LIAT 2020 to bring the new airline to the Virgin Islands, Kurt A.G. Menal, Managing Director of the BVI Airports Authority, has confirmed to Virgin Islands News Online (VINO).
UPDATE: No internet; Staff without water & electricity forced BVITB closure- Source
PORT PURCELL, Tortola, VI- A senior source, speaking to our News Centre on condition of anonymity, has revealed different reasons why the BVI Tourist Board and Film Commission (BVITB&FC) headquarters in Port Purcell remained closed today, August 15, 2024.
UPDATE: Straps for RT mailboxes recovered; CGB ones still missing- Iris T. Romney
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Information reaching our News Centre is that the missing straps from the mailboxes adjacent to Ralph T. O’Neal Administration Complex in Road Town have been recovered.
USVI: Audit on sex abuse practices @ CAHS completed
VI CONSORTIUM
CHARLOTTE AMALIE, ST Thomas, USVI- The audit of standards and practices when it comes to reporting of alleged criminal sexual activity within the territory’s schools, begun in 2021 following the arrest of former Charlotte Amalie High School track & field coach Alfredo Bruce Smith, is complete, according to Governor Albert A. Bryan Jr.
Civil Registry & Passport Office reopening delayed
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Civil Registry and Passport Office will remain closed until further notice, according to a bulletin from the Deputy Governor’s Office.
'We could not have asked for better ambassadors'- BVIOC President
PARIS, France- BVI Olympic Committee (BVIOC) President Ephraim E. Penn has said he is extremely proud of the athletes who represented the Virgin Islands at the just concluded 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, France.
Conical Red Buoy not on station, Hogs Valley Point, Tortola
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Conical Red Red Buoy at Hogs Valley Point, Tortola (Lat:18° 24.612’N – Long: 064°
35.478’W), has been reported to be out of position due to the passing of TS Ernesto and is not visible.
Ernesto heading toward Bermuda as Category 1 Hurricane
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Hurricane Ernesto is expected to strengthen into a major hurricane over the coming days as it travels northwards toward Bermuda, having already left the Virgin Islands without power on Wednesday, August 14, 2024.
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NEOC to convene following Ernesto- Premier Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The National Emergency Operations Centre (NEOC) will convene today, Wednesday, August 14, 2024, to receive reports from various agencies following the effects of Hurricane Ernesto.
'Stay safe & stay home'- Governor Daniel Pruce
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Governor Daniel Pruce has urged residents to remain indoors as the effects of Hurricane Ernesto is still affecting the Virgin Islands.
Tropical Storm Warning still in effect for VI
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- A Tropical Storm Warning is still in effect for the Virgin Islands as Ernesto has now become a Category 1 Hurricane.
Sports Minister pledges continued support for VI athletes
PARIS, France- Minister for Education, Culture, Youth Affairs and Sports Hon Sharie B. de Castro (AL) has committed to supporting athletes from the Virgin Islands (VI) following the good showing of the VI’s Olympians at the Olympic Games in Paris.
TS Ernesto pounds VI with heavy rains & winds
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Tropical Storm Ernesto made landfall in the Virgin Islands last evening, Tuesday, August 13, 2024, bringing with it strong winds and heavy rainfall.
TB Lettsome International Airport to reopen at 4:45 p.m.
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Managing Director of the BVI Airports Authority Mr. Kurt Menal, is informing the travelling public that the Terrance B. Lettsome International Airport will reopen today, August 14 at 4:45 pm, while the airports on Virgin Gorda and Anegada will reopen tomorrow, August 15 at 8:00 am.
Gov't offices to close tomorrow except essential services
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- All government offices will be physically closed tomorrow, Wednesday, August 14, 2024, except essential services, due to Tropical Storm Ernesto.
NEOC activated @ Level 1 as VI placed on Hurricane Watch
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Virgin Islands (VI) is currently under a Hurricane Watch in association with Tropical Storm Ernesto, which means that hurricane conditions are possible in the area within the next 12 hours.
70th Emancipation Festival was 'safe' with 'no notable incidents'- Clive L. McCoy
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Tourism Director Clive L. McCoy has said he is pleased with the outcome of the recently concluded 70th Emancipation Festival.
TS Ernesto: ‘Prepare for potential outages’- BVIEC
POCKWOOD POND, Tortola, VI- The Virgin Islands (VI) has been alerted to prepare for potential loss of electricity due to Tropical Storm Ernesto forecast to impact the Virgin Islands this evening, August 13, 2024.
UPDATE: Tropical Storm Ernesto to move ‘near or over’ VI this evening- DDM
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- On the forecast track, Ernesto is expected to move across portions of the Leeward Islands this morning and near or over the US and Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico by this evening, August 13, 2024. This is according to the Department of Disaster Management (DDM) in an update this morning.
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Airports among closures today due to TS Ernesto
TRELLIS BAY, Beef Island, VI- The three airports in the Virgin Islands will be closed later today, August 13, 2024, as Tropical Storm Ernesto approaches the Virgin Islands (VI).
Businesses encouraged to participate in 2024 Survey
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Ministry of Finance is encouraging all relevant businesses and individuals to participate in the 2024 Business Conditions Survey. This survey is designed to assess changes in the business community, record market trends, and ultimately contribute to analysing the state of the economy.
Caribbean Airlines to begin flying to VI from October 14, 2024
PORT of SPAIN, Trinidad & Tobago- Caribbean Airlines today, August 12, 2024, announced the launch of its new route to Terrance B. Lettsome International Airport on Beef Island in the Virgin Islands, commencing on October 14, 2024.
UPDATE: VG United beat Wolues 2-nil to lift 2024 President’s Cup
EAST END, Tortola, VI- VG United made it a double cup celebration to end the season, on Sunday, August 11, 2024, with a hard-fought 2-0 victory over Wolues FC to add the President’s Cup to their FA Cup victory over the same opposition a month ago.
'Just go out & try' sailing- Olympian Thad A. Lettsome
MARSIELLE, Paris- Virgin Islands Olympic Sailor Thad A. Lettsome has encouraged others to take up sailing, following his participation at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris.
UPDATE: VI man killed in Anguilla identified as Kalik S. Aaron
ROAD WELL ROAD, Anguilla- The young man from Tortola who was fatally shot in Anguilla last night, August 11, 2024, has been identified as Kalik S. Aaron aka 'Dusman'.
Deyounce E. Lowenfield crowned Miss Universe BVI 2024
PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI- Deyounce E. Lowenfield was on August 11, 2024, crowned Miss Universe BVI 2024 and will be representing the Virgin Islands at Miss Universe 2024 in Mexico in November.
Applications for 2025–2026 Chevening Scholarships now open- Governor’s Office
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Office of the Governor in the Virgin Islands (VI) has announced that applications for 2025–2026 Chevening Scholarships are now open.
UPDATE: Cat 1 hurricane could affect VI Tuesday or Wednesday- DDM
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- AL98 continues to show signs of development as it moves west to west north west at 15- 20 mph.
‘I will continue to work hard, push myself to new limits’- Kyron A. McMaster OBE
SAINT-DENIS, Paris, France- Olympian Kyron A. McMaster, OBE has vowed not to let what he termed a “setback” at the Paris Olympics define him but rather motivate him to greater heights.
Puerto Rico’s ‘Aribita’ wins inaugural North Drop Open
NORTH SOUND, Virgin Gorda, VI- The North Drop Open, a two-day ‘catch and release’ fishing tournament, took place from Friday, August 9 to Saturday, August 10, 2024, and was part of the Caribbean Series Blue Marlin Championship.
Thousands turned out for Kyron A. McMaster watch parties
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- All over the Virgin Islands from Tortola to Anegada, residents of all backgrounds came together to watch the VI’s favourite son, Kyron A. McMaster OBE, as he ran for gold in the 2024 Paris Olympics.
Attempt to make world’s largest calzone set for Sunday in Charlotte Amalie
VI CONSORTIUM
CHARLOTTE AMALIE, St. Thomas, USVI- Chef Brady Sweet, owner of Cafe Amici in downtown Charlotte Amalie in St. Thomas will attempt to break his own Guinness World Record for the largest calzone in the world on Sunday, August 11, 2024.
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Ellis Thomas Downs turned into an oasis of culture on August Tuesday 2024
SEA COWS BAY, Tortola, VI- While thousands of residents throughout the Virgin Islands (VI) and the US Virgin Islands were very disappointed and upset that there were no horse races at Ellis Thomas Downs on August Tuesday 6, 2024, especially as we featured 70 years of festival, the day was still celebrated.
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McMaster among 4 to receive stars @ Tortola Pier Park- Zoe J Walcott
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Olympian Kyron A. McMaster will be among four to receive stars on the Walk of Honour in the Cyril B. Romney Tortola Pier Park.
'We focus on all the wrong things'- Premier Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has chastised Virgin Islanders for focusing on the wrong things during Emancipation Celebrations.
5th: Podium finish eludes Kyron A. McMaster @ Paris Olympics
SAINT-DENIS, Paris, France- Kyron A. McMaster of the Virgin Islands was unable to add an Olympic medal to his World Championship Silver and double Commonwealth Games Gold when he competed in the Final of the Men's 400M Hurdles at Stade de France in Paris moments ago, August 9, 2024.
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