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CoP Mark Collins goes scot-free following review of damning allegations
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- It was in January of this year that former Governor John J. Rankin, CMG announced that a review had been ordered into a myriad of complaints against the territory’s Commissioner of Police and United Kingdom (UK) national Mr Mark Collins.
60% of Caribbean Organisations Delayed in Digital Transformation
KINGSTON, Jamaica- Digicel Business launched its third Digital Transformation Report, in collaboration with Symptai Consulting Ltd, and delved into the progress and challenges faced by businesses across the region. Evolving from the need for digital transformation that the Covid-19 pandemic highlighted, this report provides an understanding of the current regional state of readiness and actionable insights to navigate this journey.
Stop accepting their fiction as our gospel
Alred C. Frett
Do not be Afraid or Ashamed of Your Intellect:
We must use our Minds wisely because that is the manifestation of our DNA Inheritance… For too long we were taught to judge and decide our Worth and Value based on physical features, but all things look the same in the dark.... All our Senses may be in top form, and we can discern just about everything by taste, smell, feel, sight or sound, but no one can tell what we are thinking, until or unless we tell them.
30 applications received for Small Business Grant
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Thirty (30) applications have been received for the Small Business Development Grant Programme aimed at empowering local entrepreneurs and stimulating economic growth in the Virgin Islands (VI).
USVI: Adult student jailed, minors sent to juvenile court after assault on bus driver
VI CONSORTIUM
FREDERIKSTED, ST Croix, USVI- Following a violent attack on a school bus driver that left him injured and resulted in significant damage to the vehicle, the [US] Virgin Islands Police Department (VIPD) has swiftly arrested three students involved in the incident, including 18-year-old Caleave Nigel Mascall.
No immediate food supply disruptions expected- OneMart
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Management of OneMart in a public statement today, October 3, 2024, said the company is monitoring the ongoing strike by dockworkers in the United States (US) closely and assessing the potential impact on the food supply chain to the Virgin Islands (VI).
‘What’s made Guyana more compelling than Jamaica’ for visa lifting?- Elvin Grant
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- With the Government of the Virgin Islands announcing on Monday, September 30, 2024, visa-free access to Guyana nationals to the Virgin Islands, two talk show hosts are questioning why Guyana and not other countries such as Jamaica. One of them even suggested the government was being “one-track-minded”.
RDA to transition to permanent body VIDA
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- “We are advancing discussions on the transition from the Recovery and Development Agency to the Virgin Islands Development Agency,” stated Premier and Minister of Finance, Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) at a September 30, 2024, press conference on the approval of the $100M loan from CIBC.
Alleged human smuggler Danny E. Dennevil to remain in federal custody
FREDERIKSTED, St Croix, USVI- Tortola resident and Belonger Danny Dennevil, 34, was ordered to remain in federal custody pending trial on charges related to a human smuggling operation, when he appeared before United States Attorney Delia L. Smith on October 1, 2024.
Joseph Smith-Abbot & Tasha K. Bertie confirmed as Permanent Secretaries
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Mr Joseph Smith-Abbot and Ms Tasha K. Bertie have been confirmed as Permanent Secretaries within the Ministries of Tourism, Culture and Sustainable Development and the Ministry of Health and Social Development, respectively.
Court rules in favour of Cedorene P. Malone-Smith & Levor A.H. Lettsome
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Nearly three years since they were sent home from their employment at the BVI Health Services Authority (BVIHSA) following the release of a preliminary audit report, forming Acting Chief Executive Officer, Mrs Cedorene Patricia Malone-Smith, and former Human Resources Manager, Levor A. H. Lettsome have been vindicated in the High Court.
Construction of Trellis Bay Welcome Centre progressing well
TRELLIS BAY, Beef Island, VI- Construction on the new Welcome Centre at Trellis Bay on Beef Island is progressing well, as the main structure has been completed.
Public urged to use bus stops & refrain from catching rides on roadways
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Director of the Taxi and Livery Commission, Mr Jevaughn J. Parsons has confirmed the recommencement of bus service to various communities on Tortola from the Road Town Market Square.
US dockworkers strike won’t affect VI’s October shipments- Hon Rymer
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Minister for Communications and Works, Honourable Kye M. Rymer (R5) has assured the people of the Virgin Islands (VI) that shipments expected for October should not be affected by dockworkers’ strikes in the United States.
Flow BVI Welcomes Maria De Grads as its New General Manager
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- C&W Communications, operators of the Flow, Flow Business, C&W Business, and BTC brands in the Caribbean, is pleased to announce the appointment of Maria A. De Grads as the new General Manager of Flow British Virgin Islands effective October 1, the first female leader in the company’s 58-year history of operations in the Territory.
Vehicle destroyed by fire in Johnson's Ghut
JOHNSON'S GHUT, Tortola, VI- A vehicle was destroyed by fire at Johnson's Ghut this evening, October 1, 2024.
VG Summer Jam: 2 quadruple-doubles as Set It Off demolish Gilas Pilipinas
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI- Set It Off showed why they are the champions of the Summer Jam League when play continued at Jeffrey Caines Arena in Virgin Gorda on Friday, September 27, 2024.
New UN Resident Coordinator for Barbados & Eastern Caribbean visiting VI
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Newly appointed UN Resident Coordinator for Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean Mr Simon Springett is paying a two-day visit to the Virgin Islands.
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US: Dockworkers’ strike could impact USVI & wider Caribbean
VI CONSORTIUM
MIAMI, Florida, US- Dockworkers from Maine to Texas initiated a strike early Tuesday following unsuccessful negotiations over wages and automation, leaving 36 major ports along the East and Gulf Coasts affected.
Fish farming in USVI: ‘What is wrong with us over here?’- Violet Thomas-Gaul
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- With Governor of the US Virgin Islands (USVI) Albert A. Bryan Jr recently announcing plans for a fish farming project in that territory, talk show host Violet Thomas-Gaul has expressed disappointment that the Virgin Islands has not advanced any such plans despite having the information.
VI to soon have 'high-level engagement' with Dominican Republic- Premier Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has said his government will be looking to forge a better working relationship with the Dominican Republic soon.
Remove all unauthorised items from Vinomar site by Oct 18- BVIPA
FREE BOTTOM, Tortola, VI- The British Virgin Islands Ports Authority (BVIPA) is notifying the public that all containers, chassis, and any other items at the Vinomar Site, adjacent to Qwomar Trading Ltd, should be removed by October 18, 2024.
C'bean Territories & UN deepening collaboration on Sustainable Development
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Caribbean Territories have received strong backing from Governments across the Caribbean to deepen collaboration with the United Nations (UN) system on sustainable development ahead of the 40th Session of the UN Economic Commission of Latin America and the Caribbean (ECLAC) in Lima, Peru.
Competitive bidding process was done for $100M loan- Premier Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Dr Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has said the Ministry of Finance facilitated a bidding process before agreeing to the one hundred-million-dollar loan from the Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (CIBC).
UPDATE: VI announces visa-free travel for Guyana nationals
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Noting that he was pleased to announce visa-free access to Guyana nationals to the British Virgin Islands, Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) said this step strengthens the bond between the Virgin Islands and the region, facilitating greater ease in travel, trade, tourism and investment.
Deputy Governor thanks public officers for CoI implementation support
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Deputy Governor of the Virgin Islands Mr David D. Archer Jr has thanked public officers for their hard and professional work to ensure the Commission of Inquiry (CoI) Recommendations are implemented.
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DDM monitoring 2 tropical depressions in Atlantic
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Department of Disaster Management (DDM) says it is monitoring two tropical waves in the Atlantic that could become tropical cyclones as they move westward across the Atlantic.
HLSCC prepares workforce with new concrete construction training and NCCER Certification
PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI- The H. Lavity Stoutt Community College (HLSCC) is excited to announce the launch of its Concrete Construction Training Programme, a unique opportunity for individuals to gain internationally recognised certification from the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER).
BVIOC congratulates VI Archery Team for 12-medal haul in Jamaica
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The BVI Olympic Committee (BVIOC) has applauded the accomplishments of the Virgin Islands Archery Team, which recently returned with 12 medals from the WAAm Caribbean Development Championship 2024 held September 18 -22, 2024, in Kingston, Jamaica.
Clowns for the Cure makes loud impression @ Hunt for the Cure
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The winners of the CIBC Caribbean Hunt for the Cure on September 14, 2024, have been announced and are set to receive their prizes on Tuesday, October 1, 2024.
Fish farming programme to launch in USVI
VI CONSORTIUM
FREDERIKSTED, St Croix, USVI- Governor Albert A. Bryan Jr met with representatives from Caribbean Sustainable Aquaculture (CSA) last week to discuss the introduction of fish farming to the US Virgin Islands Virgin Islands. The initiative aims to enhance food security, promote sustainable agriculture, and stimulate the local economy through innovative aquaculture practices, according to Government House.
Alliance being sought with community to reduce mosquito breeding
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Officials from the Public Health Unit and the Environmental Health Division are uniting forces and forging an alliance with the community to reduce mosquito breeding.
NBVI threatens legal proceedings against the Maynards for nearly $100K in arrears
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Already serving prison time in the United States for a drug smuggling plot, former BVI Ports Authority (BVIPA) Managing Director Oleanvine Pickering-Maynard and her son Kadeem S. Maynard now have to worry about losing property if they fail to pay on arrears due to the National Bank of the Virgin Islands (NBVI).
Most systems recovered following BVIEC cyber-attack
LONG BUSH, Tortola, VI- The BVI Electricity Corporation (BVIEC) has said the company to date has been able to recover most of the systems compromised during the August 15, 2024, ransomware attack.
Sasha D. A Flax moving on up! Appointed Assistant Secretary in Tourism & Culture Ministry
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Virgin Gordian Ms. Sasha D.A. Flax has been appointed as an Assistant Secretary in the Ministry of Tourism, Culture, and Sustainable Development (MTC&SD).
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USVI: Late-Night smuggling operation halted as CBP Agents shoot boat engine in tense interception
VI CONSORTIUM
LEINSTER BAY, St. John, USVI- Customs and Border Protection agents intercepted a late-night smuggling attempt on Wednesday, September 25, 2024, as they tracked a vessel without lights heading towards Leinster Bay, St. John, from Tortola.
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.
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