USVI AUTHORITIES JOINS IN THE SEARCH OF MISSING WOMAN AT SEA – HELICOPTER AND DRONES ASSISTING THE SEARCH

Authorities from the United States Virgin Islands are currently assisting in the search and rescue of a mother who is missing at sea following a boating accident off the West End area of Tortola yesterday evening. This was confirmed by the Operations Manager of the Virgin Islands Search and Rescue (VISAR), Phil Aspinall, who said … Continued

LEARN FROM THE PAST…BE FIRE SAFE – 2022

Chief Fire Officer Zebalon Mclean is cautioning residents to let fire safety remain a priority in their homes, schools and at work as the Territory observes Fire Safety Week from October 2 to 8. Chief Mclean said, ““Persons are aware that many fires have been caused when stoves and ovens are not monitored; when faulty … Continued

BVI CANCER SOCIETY LAUNCHES 2022 BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH ACTIVITIES

On Saturday 1 October the BVI Cancer Society kicked off its month of activities in support of the globally celebrated Breast Cancer Awareness month. The theme of this year’s Breast Cancer Awareness is “Strong Alone, Unstoppable Together.” Throughout the month’s observance the BVI Cancer Society will be underscoring the message of early detection and diagnosis. … Continued

BREAKING: 6-YEAR-OLD GIRL CONFIRMED DEAD FOLLOWING YESTERDAY’S BOATING ACCIDENT – FEMALE STILL MISSING AT SEA

A six-year-old girl succumbed to her injuries following Sunday evening’s boat accident which left several persons suffering serious injuries and one female missing at sea. This was confirmed by the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force just moments ago. “Police can confirm a boating accident off West End yesterday evening which has left one missing and … Continued

WORKS CONTINUE ON EAST END LONG LOOK SEWER PROJECT

Residents and businesses on the eastern end of Tortola can expect to see traffic delays as the Ministry of Communications and Works continues work on the East End Long Look Sewerage Project. This phase of the project extends from Fat Hogs Bay to Long Swamp in East End and will make way for the initial … Continued

ANEGADA RESIDENTS TO SHARPEN COMMERCIAL LAND APPLICATION SKILLS

Residents on Anegada will be sharpening their skills in developing business plans and draft applications for the future use of commercial land at a workshop in November. The need for the workshop was identified by the Ministry of Natural Resources and Labour in collaboration with the Hamilton Lavity Stoutt Community College (HLSCC), Unite BVI and … Continued

GOV’T HOPING TO GENERATE EMPLOYMENT THROUGH NEW DEBUSHING STRATEGY

The National Unity Government is seeking to implement a new strategy through the Department of Public Works to guide more frequent debushing throughout the territory and generate new employment. Premier Dr the Honourable Natalio Wheatley made the revelation as he addressed concerns from a news reporter who lamented that the government appears to only give … Continued

GOVERNOR TO NOTE MISSED DEADLINES IN FIRST REPORT TO THE UK ON IMPLEMENTATION OF COI RECOMMENDATIONS

The issue of missed deadlines will be noted in the governor’s first report to the United Kingdom on the territory’s progress with implementing the recommendations of the Commission of Inquiry (COI) Report. The reveal was made by Premier Dr. Natalio Wheatley while addressing questions from the press on the territory’s progress with meeting deadlines for … Continued