Earlier this week, we reported on a letter reaching our newsroom that reflected shocking complaints by an alleged Rotary member calling for Ryan Geluk’s appointment to be retracted. The District Governor of Rotary, Delma Maduro has since responded. Please see the full press release letter below. Statement by Rotary District Governor Delma Maduro Past President … Continued
Source: LIAT LIAT‘s commercial passenger services will remain suspended until 15th July 2020, due to the continued impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. Chief Executive Officer, Mrs Julie Reifer-Jones noted that while territories have begun to announce reopening dates, there are extended quarantine restrictions and protocols which are impacting the demand for travel. The CEO noted … Continued
In a statement issued today, 24 June, 2020 by the Premier of the Virgin Islands, confirmation was given that daycare centres, preschools and summer programmes have now been granted permission to open. All institutions will be subjected to inspection by the Environmental Health Division, and once approved can then be opened to the public. Premier … Continued
After the 2017 hurricanes, the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force Headquarters at the Sir Oliver Georges Plaza was destroyed. In December 2017, the Police Headquarters relocated to the upstairs of Rite Way Supermarket in Pasea Estate. Two and a half years later, the Police Headquarters is officially relocating back to Sir Oliver Georges Plaza, Waterfront … Continued
The Minister of Agriculture, Dr. The Honorable Natalio Wheatley is fighting for prisoners incarcerated for Marijuana-related crimes to be expunged, under the proposed Marijuana Legislation. The announcement was made earlier today via an exclusive 45-minute interview with 284 Media on Facebook. Minister Wheatley said “we have taken a decision as a government that persons should … Continued
GIS This year’s annual Territory Day celebrations will focus on the importance of being a Virgin Islander in a year when the Territory will go through a constitutional review. The celebrations are being held under the theme, “The March Toward Greater Autonomy: Shaping Collective Pride”, and will also focus on what it was to be … Continued
A 4.1 magnitude earthquake was recorded in North of Puerto Rico a few minutes ago with tremors being felt in the British Virgin Islands. According to a DDM release no watch, advisory or warning was issued. A more detailed report is forthcoming.
The BVI Olympic Committee in collaboration with its National Federations and community groups will be hosting early morning community walks throughout the Virgin Islands on Saturday, June 27, 2020 to promote the Olympic Day message to #StayActive. The community walks will take place in lieu of the annual interactive Sports Festival which officially have taken place since … Continued
Ryan Geluk’s appointment as Rotary’s Assistant Governor for the BVI 2020/2021 is under fire following daunting revelations about his role in the BVI Airways project gone bad, and surprisingly the heat is allegedly coming from within the Rotary family. The “4-page” letter reaching our newsroom stated, “fearing inaction” by the District Governor-Elect Charles Sealey, concerned … Continued
Ten contestants will continue to the semi-finals of the Gen Y Factor 2020 – Glee Edition “Battle of the Schools” to be held on July 11. The names of the contestants were revealed on June 17 and include : Janique Gordon – H. Lavity Stoutt Community College Toriah Price – Bregado Flax Educational Centre Jalani … Continued
