Community
Over 700 derelict vehicles cleared from throughout the territory- DWM Director
POCKWOOD POND, Tortola, VI- The Department of Waste Management (DWM) has stepped up its effort to rid the [British] Virgin Islands (VI) of derelict vehicles as the year draws to a close.
Risk of vector-borne diseases will increase with climate change– Premier
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – As the Virgin Islands prepares for the new year 2024, Premier and Minister of Finance, Dr the Hon Natlaio D. Wheatly (R7) has reminded that Climate change is the single greatest threat to the survival and development of the territory as a small island.
Car catches afire @ Cappoon’s Bay
CAPPOON’S BAY, Tortola, VI- It is known at this time whether anyone was hurt when a vehicle caught afire at Cappoon’s Bay last night.
Scrub Island Resort teams with Willock to bring amputee easy wheelchair access
MAIN STREET, Tortola, VI- It was almost five months ago Virgin Islander Sean A. Fonseca had to have one of his legs amputated due to medical challenges.
First 5th District Business Expo hosted @ Multi-Purpose Sports Complex
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Small business owners from the 5th District community got the opportunity to showcase their products and services today, December 23, 2023, as part of the first-ever 5th District Business Expo that was hosted at the Multi-Purpose Sports Complex.
Kishan Baldeo wins big in Rotary Club of Central Tortola 2023 Christmas Raffle
PASEA ESTATE, Totora, VI – Walking away with the ultimate Christmas prize of a brand new car, Kishan Baldeo was all smiles when the winning raffle of the Rotary Club of Tortola matched his ticket number in the final drawing last evening Friday, December 22, 2023.
VG resident Sydney Wheatley receives new home for Christmas
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI- Virgin Gorda resident Mr Sydney Wheatley has received the keys to his brand-new home just in time for the holiday season.
Dr Allison C. Flax-Archer launches Box 2- A Glimpse into Virgin Islands History
CAPPOON’S BAY, Tortola, VI- The second edition of The Box, a game that allows players to learn Virgin Islands history and culture while having fun, was launched on Tuesday, December 19, 2023, adding a perfect gift choice for families this Christmas.
Quaker withdraws certain Granola Bars & cereal products in VI
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – The Quaker Oats Company announced today, December 20, 2023, the market withdrawal of certain granola bars and granola cereals because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella, an organism that can cause severe infections and, occasionally, fatal outcomes in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems.
‘Indisputable fact’ that Chief Inspector Robin is a signatory to petition - PWA Secretary
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Following a letter to the Governor where Chief Inspector attached to the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) and the current Chairman of the Police Welfare Association (PWA) Mr Dean S. Robin had distanced himself from a petition for the removal of Commissioner of Police (CoP) Mr Mark Collins, the Police Welfare Secretary Sergeant Sean A. McCall has fired back.
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