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Saharan Dust haze to decrease air quality, visibility this weekend – DDM
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – The Virgin Islands Department of Disaster Management in its weekend forecast from the Antigua and Barbuda Meteorological Services has shared that relatively dry and stable atmospheric conditions associated with the presence of a high-pressure ridge in the atmosphere across the area will continue to restrict shower activity over and around the islands during the next 24 hours.
Hundreds benefit from free dental, optical & medical services by United Hands
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Hundreds of persons in the Virgin Islands have benefitted from free dental, optical and medical services offered by the Florida-based non-profit organisation Gifted Hands this week.
52 persons take Oath to become British Citizens
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI– Fifty-two (52) persons recently took the Oath of Allegiance and Pledge of Loyalty in the Virgin Islands (VI) to become British Citizens.
BVICC Hurricane Supplication Service set for July 23, 2024
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - The BVI Christian Council believes that the effectual fervent prayer of the righteous availeth much. (John 5:16).
Opposition must be cautious of terms like ‘No confidence’ in HoA– Hon Vincent O. Wheatley
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI– Minister for Health and Social Development Hon Vincent O. Wheatley (R9) has cautioned the House of Assembly (HoA), particularly the Opposition, about using terms like “No Confidence’ in the HoA, which he says can paint a picture of instability in the [British] Virgin Islands.
UK Police target list continues, Julian Willock’s turn!
SEA COWS BAY, Tortola, VI - Following the UK imposed one-man Commissioner of Inquiry (CoI) which was referred to as a conclusion that was already written, many have pointed to the inquiry as a script being followed as it relates to allegations that politicians and some senior government officers are corrupt.
RiteWay reintroduces ‘Charity Button’ feature @ store checkout
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Local retailer Roadtown Wholesale Trading Limited has announced that it will reintroduce its Charity Button for shoppers in the Virgin Islands.
New doctor Joshua F. Wheatley vows to return to serve VI
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - With his eyes set on improving healthcare services in the Virgin Islands, 28-year-old Medical Doctor Joshua F. Wheatley graduated from medical residency two weeks ago with a mission to spearhead a clinic in his home country, as well as start a foundation to help young people pursue their dreams in S.T.E.M. careers.
26 honoured @ inaugural VI Icon Awards red-carpet event
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI– With a star-studded lineup of local ‘celebrities’ at the first-ever VI Icon Awards, organisers rolled out the red carpet to honour and celebrate Virgin Islanders and other residents who have made outstanding contributions to the territory.
T&T opens its borders to Grenada & SVG hurricane victims
PORT OF SPAIN, Trinidad & Tobago – Following the devastation of Hurricane Beryl on regions of Grenada, and St Vincent and the Grenadines, Prime Minister of Trinidad and Tobago (T&T) Dr Keith C. Rowley has announced that children from those hurricane-ravaged islands will be allowed to enter T&T.