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May 20th, 2014
‘Is there a boat arsonist on the loose?’ – Fire Chief ponders

ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – As a consequence of a recent spate of fires which resulted in the destruction of a number of boats Chief Fire Officer Mr Zebulon A. McLean and his team are not omitting from their investigations the possibility of arsonist/s being on the loose on Tortola.

May 20th, 2014
VI’s Sasha makes waves on BET’s Music Matters Showcase

ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Virgin Islands songbird, Sasha Wintz, continues to make waves in the United States of America and is steadily gaining recognition for her talents with her breathtaking performances.

May 18th, 2014
Boats & Apartment destroyed by Fire last night!

ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Chief Fire Officer of the VI Fire Department Mr. Zebulon A. McLean and his officers had their hands full last evening May 17, 2014 as they were faced with two fires at each of the extreme ends of Tortola.

May 18th, 2014
Jazz in the Garden brightens Saturday afternoon

PALESTINA, Tortola, VI – While some would have been involved in the customary Saturday at home doing the daily chores of laundry and housekeeping after a week at work, others shifted from the routine to support a fundraiser for one of the Territory’s leading Secondary Schools.

May 10th, 2014
VI under Flash Flood; ghuts down; landslide in some areas

ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – The Department for Disaster Management has issued a flash flood warning for low-lying and flood prone areas in the Virgin Islands following prolonged rain which has led to some flooding and disruptions.

May 10th, 2014
Paragon to host VI’s first foam party tonight

FISH BAY, Tortola, VI – TMT Promotions will host the Virgin Islands first ever Wet & Wild foam party at the Paragon Events Centre in Fish Bay tonight Saturday May 10, 2014, to go all night and to cater for those who will be prepared for the foam and also those who prefer the dry.

May 8th, 2014
Vehicular access blocked to rear of Crafts Alive Village

ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – A recent blockade established in front of a pathway near the rear of the Maria’s by the Sea hotel that previously offered vehicular access to the back of the Crafts Alive Village has created a stir.

May 8th, 2014
Dealing with complaints part of public officials' job - Governor

ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Governor William Boyd McCleary said that while some public officials may find it a nuisance to deal with complaints, it is part of their job of delivering public service.

May 4th, 2014
Raise age requirements for scooter riders - Sowande

ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Social commentator and lecturer at the H. Lavity Stoutt Community College (HLSCC) Mr Natalio D. Wheatley aka Sowande Uhuru who is also the President of the newest VIrgin Islands Political Party, the People's Empowerment Party, has suggested that a ban on motorbikes may not be the way to go in seeking a solution to the many accidents around the Territory involving youths who handle the vehicles and suggested that a compromise be looked at.

May 4th, 2014
UPDATE: Hon Fraser, Rajah A. Smith among those dunked for a cause

SEA COW’S BAY, Tortola, VI – It was a day of fun-filled activities at the Roger A. Hodge Softball Field in Sea Cow’s Bay, Tortola yesterday May 3, 2014, as the youth action movement Alternative Community Transformation (ACT) held one of what it hopes will be many fundraising events to aid in its community efforts.

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