The British Virgin Islands is set to host the fourth Wagner Sailing Rally, an event that will honour the legacy of Polish national hero, the late Wladek Wagner who made the BVI his home after settling in Bellamy Cay and Trellis Bay between the 1940s and 1950s. The Department of Culture revealed that the event … Continued
The British Virgin Islands Ports Authority (BVIPA) has confirmed record-breaking cruise passenger arrivals for 2023, stating that the accomplishment “not only underscores the strategic significance of the BVI Ports Authority but also solidifies its position as a key player in the region”. In a recent press release, the BVIPA reported a 110% surge in manifested … Continued
The Community Foundation of the Virgin Islands (CFVI) has announced that $110,000 in grants from the Popular VI Community Fund has been awarded to organizations that provide direct services in one or more of the grant’s focus areas, such as youth programs, entrepreneurship and/or environmental protection. Grants of $10,000 each went to nine nonprofit organizations … Continued
The Recovery and Development Agency (RDA) has provided an update on construction progress at the Joint Marine Shore Base project site. According to the RDA, concrete pouring has now been completed in the boat rack area. Additionally, exterior grounds were graded and compacted. Great attention to detail was noted in the formwork and reinforcement mesh … Continued
Officers of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) in response to an armed robbery report, executed a search warrant on a private premise in Virgin Gorda on Friday, January 19 which led to a drug bust on the sister island. The operation resulted in the arrest of four individuals, Bob George (56), Bakembe George … Continued
With a new year underway, BVI Disaster Management Director Jasen Penn is urging residents to create or revise disaster plans for 2024. Penn said the turning of the year presents an opportunity to apply lessons learned and improve preparedness. He noted the BVI faced various hazards in 2023 including earthquakes, flooding and 2 tropical cyclone … Continued
Kaiden Alphonso, Ahmani Morris, Gahvier Dawson and Kennydi Brewley are the winners of their respective groups following the territory’s first Poomsae competition which was hosted by Boynes Taekwondo Academy on Saturday, January 20. Kamal Haynes has the story.
The European Union through the Resilience, Sustainable Energy, and Marine Biodiversity (RESEMBID) Programme has earmarked €1.3 million to benefit 14 schools across the territory under the BVI SMART Schools project. The BVI SMART Schools is a collaborative effort between the Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs and Sports (MEYAS) and the Department of Disaster Management (DDM) … Continued
In a significant operation conducted on Thursday, January 18, 2024, officers from the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) made a substantial breakthrough during a routine stop and search on Virgin Gorda. The operation led to the apprehension of two individuals and the discovery of a cache of weapons and drugs. Police said during the … Continued
The Virgin Islands Search and Rescue (VISAR) has announced the addition of two newly certified crew members to their lifesaving team – Siddharth Helde and James Campbell. After hundreds of hours of intensive training over the past year, Helde and Campbell have now completed all requirements to join the VISAR crew responding to marine emergencies. … Continued
