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Digicel+ debuts its $3.5M 'Superfast Fibre' on Tortola
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - Following the successful launch of Digicel+ in Virgin Gorda last September 2021, Digicel has rolled out new services on Tortola in a bid to ensure the entire Virgin Islands (VI) enjoys a superfast internet.
‘We cannot afford to have our constitution suspended’- Julio S. Henry
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - Social Commentator Julio S. Henry has called on the people of the VI to stand with a singular voice and reject any attempt by the United Kingdom (UK) Government to suspend the constitution of the territory and impose direct rule.
Should Foreign Office take direct control of BVI? – UK MP Chris J. Bryant asks
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Opposition Labour MP Chris J. Bryant has been accused of advocating for colonialism by asking whether the Arrest of BVI Premier, Hon Andrew A. Fahie (R1) on drug conspiracy and money laundering charges should pave the way for the UK Foreign Office to take direct control of the territory.
BVIPA MD allegedly led Premier to drug conspiracy- US Affidavits
MIAMI, Florida, USA – A US Affidavits published after the arrest of Premier Andrew A. Fahie (R1) has detailed how the Managing Director of the BVI Ports Authority, Ms Oleanvine Pickering-Maynard allegedly led the Premier to a drugs conspiracy that resulted in his arrest on April 28, 2022.
Husband & wife duo takes 2022 Tortola Torture title
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - The seventh edition of the Tortola Torture took place on Saturday, April 9, on Tortola with 38 runners competing and in an event first, husband and wife duo - Roddy and Kerry-Ann Dos Santos took top honours winning the individual men's and women's category respectively.
DMV to sell 100 pairs of Lions Club branded vehicle license plates
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - Minister for Transportation, Works and Utilities, Hon Kye M. Ryner (R5) has approved a Commemorative Motor Vehicle Registration Plate to be used on motor vehicles for personal use as part of the 50th Anniversary of Lions Club of Tortola in April 2022.
Bishop Ishmael Charles elected head of BVICC new Exec Committee
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Bishop Ishmael Charles will head the new Executive Committee of the BVI Christian Council (BVICC) following the latest round of 2022 elections at the religious organization.
Picturesque signs being erected across VI in new tourism marketing push
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - Director of Projects at the Project Department of the BVI Tourist Board (BVITB), Ms Anya N. Frett says the construction of a number of high-profile signs across the territory comes as the Virgin Islands is embarking on a new tourism marketing push that focuses on digital sharing and curated spaces.
Vincy charged for illegally entering VI
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI –St Vincent and the Grenadines National Allidain Bristol age 33 has been charged with illegal entry to the Virgin Islands, according to the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) Arrest Blotter for January 22 – February 5, 2022.
German firm proposes organic futuristic design for WE Ferry Terminal
WEST END, Tortola, VI – More preliminary design plans for the new West End Ferry Dock in the Virgin Islands (VI) have indicated that the facility could feature futuristic green design elements tailored to the VI’s local climate with flood protection to account for rising sea levels.