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$1M earmarked for new income support programme- Hon Malone
DUFF'S BOTTOM, Tortola, VI – The Government of the Virgin Islands (VI) is moving to provide additional income support to citizens, given segments of the population have been unable to benefit from stimulus programmes.
2 more COVID-19 cases as total recoveries jump to 61- Hon Malone
DUFFS BOTTOM, Tortola, VI – The Virgin Islands has recorded two more cases of COVID-19, bringing the total confirmed cases in the Territory to 71. This is an increase of just 2 from the previously recorded 69 total cases on September 16, 2020.
COVID-19 signalled need for a more innovative VI – Hon de Castro
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Junior Minister for Tourism, Hon Sharie B. de Castro (AL) says the COVID-19 pandemic and its impacts on the Territory have highlighted the need for more innovation in the Virgin Islands (VI).
No new topics in first two weeks of school reopening– Education Minister
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – With classrooms set to re-open as soon as school buildings are inspected and approved, Deputy Premier and Education Minister, Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has said that in the first two weeks, no new topics will we taught.
Skelton-Cline calls out ‘VINO Boycotters’ for silence over Gov’s reparation statement
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI - Honestly Speaking radio moderator, Mr Claude O. Skelton-Cline has called out the hypocrisy of those who were quick to condemn and harass businesses to boycott Virgin Islands News Online (VINO) over a cartoon, yet remain silent over comments from a sitting Governor that the United Kingdom does not intend to pay slavery reparations to the Virgin Islands (VI).
Physical schools re-opening despite COVID-19 concerns
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – A cabinet backed phased reopening of schools in the Virgin Islands (VI) has been approved, upturning a previous tentative decision to keep classrooms closed for the rest of the year.
Dawn J. Smith appointed VI Attorney General
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Indigenous Virgin Islander, Ms Dawn J. Smith has been appointed to the seat of Attorney General in the Virgin Islands (VI), effective October 1, 2020.
Legacy Auto Sales bringing COVID-19 relief with huge discounts
POCKPOND POND, Tortola, VI – Given the hardships of the COVID-19 pandemic and the struggles many families are facing in the Virgin Islands (VI), one local company in their bid to remain good corporate citizens, have slashed prices by as much as 70% to meet the pockets of Virgin Islanders in these difficult times.
COVID-19 & fearful times for VI businesses
By Dickson C. Igwe
There is light at the end of the tunnel on the COVID-19 Pandemic with an approved vaccine expected shortly, and new super-swift testing and tracing capabilities. However, businesses remain desperate and fearful, and that is to be expected.
Skelton-Cline vows to hold Gov't accountable despite consultancy contracts
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - Affirming his commitment and support for the Premier Andrew A. Fahie (R1) administration, Government Consultant and Honestly Speaking radio moderator, Mr Claude O. Skelton-Cline has indicated he will, nevertheless, continue to hold the Government of the Virgin Islands accountable.