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Premier Wheatley attends several meetings while on JMC assignment in UK
LONDON, England, United Kingdom- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley is currently in the United Kingdom (UK) for the Joint Ministerial Council (JMC), the first with the UK’s new Labour government.
Horse racing the forgotten sports in VI
SEA COWS BAY, Tortola, VI- After some three years of no horse racing (last race was in 2021) on Tortola and the Ellis Thomas Downs land negotiations at a standstill, it appears horse racing- a big pastime and something that has been ingrained in the Virgin Islands' culture- is forgotten.
HLSCC to host transfer week in collaboration with Missouri Southern State University
PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI – The H. Lavity Stoutt Community College (HLSCC) is set to host a dynamic Transfer Week from November 20-22, 2024, providing students with opportunities to explore further education pathways and connect with representatives from Missouri Southern State University (MSSU).
Man living in 'old pickup truck' on Tortola makes desperate cry for help
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Ronni A. Frazar Santana has been living and working in the Virgin Islands, his father’s homeland, for the past five years but is now in dire need of assistance with housing, food, and medication.
The church & people of faith 'have failed' the VI-Pastor Skelton-Cliine
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Commentator and pastor Mr Claude O. Skelton-Cline has said the church and people of faith have failed the Virgin Islands (VI).
'We planned to start these works weeks ago'- Hon Rymer on road works
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- “We greatly appreciate your cooperation and patience as we strive to improve our infrastructure," Minister for Communications and Works Honourable Kye M. Rymer (R5) has stated regarding road works across Tortola.
Pier Park vendors trained 'to exceed guest expectations'
WICKHAM'S CAY I, Tortola, VI- Tortola Pier Park Ltd (TPPL) has hailed as a success the "STAND OUT: Elevate Your Sales, Connect & Engage" training session held in collaboration with Lemoneight, and the BVI Tourist Board on Friday, November 15, 2024 at BVI Finance conference room.
Smith’s Ferry Services welcomes new vessel- I Legend
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Smith’s Ferry Services Limited is boasting the arrival of its newest ferry- ‘I Legend’, which officially joined its fleet on Monday, November 18, 2024.
Ilma makes inaugural call to the Virgin Islands
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI– The Territory welcomed the inaugural call of the Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection’s Ilma to Virgin Gorda on Tuesday, November 19, 2024.
Hosts VI sweep St Croix Flyballers in Tropical Netball Tournament
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Virgin Islands Netball Team continued its upward climb in the sport last weekend when they hosted St Croix Flyballers Netball Club of the US Virgin Islands at Multi-Purpose Sports Complex.