Adaejah Hodge has set a new national record delivering a record-breaking performance in the women’s 100 metres. Competing at the Tom Jones Invitational on Saturday, April 18, Hodge clocked 10.77 seconds, becoming the first female athlete from the British Virgin Islands to break the 11-second barrier. The performance not only shattered the previous national record but … Continued
BVI athletes are off to a solid start in the 2026 outdoor track and field season, with encouraging performances recorded in recent meets. According to updates from the BVI Athletics Association, Trent Olive made his outdoor season debut in the long jump, recording a mark of 6.46 metres. The Bloomsburg University athlete, known primarily as … Continued
The Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Secretariat has launched a new regional initiative aimed at strengthening food security and building resilience in the face of growing climate challenges. The project, titled “CARICOM Boost Women and Youth in Agriculture,” is being implemented with support from the Government of New Zealand and is designed to empower two key groups, … Continued
A 17-year-old student of Elmore Stoutt High School has stepped into one of the Territory’s highest offices as part of a youth leadership initiative. Roman Nibbs Alberto was officially sworn in as “Premier for a Week,” a programme spearheaded by the Premier’s Office to give young people firsthand experience in government, while building leadership, public … Continued
A team of 27 athletes has officially departed the Virgin Islands to represent the Territory at the 53rd CARIFTA Games 2026, set to take place from April 4–6 at the Kirani James Stadium in St. George’s, Grenada. The BVI Athletics Association announced the team during a recent press conference, where athletes received words of encouragement … Continued
Virgin Islands Sprinter Adaejah Hodge has returned to competition in dominant fashion after serving a reduced doping suspension, capturing the NCAA indoor 200m title just weeks after regaining eligibility. Despite the setback, Hodge has quickly re-established herself on the track. Competing for the Georgia Bulldogs track and field, she won the 200m title at the … Continued
Finance major Keon Reece has been named the recipient of the 2026 HLSCC x GraceKennedy Money Services Annual Scholarship, an award recognising academic achievement and leadership potential among students at H. Lavity Stoutt Community College. Reflecting on receiving the scholarship, Reece said he felt both honoured and grateful for the opportunity. “I feel extremely honoured … Continued
Francis Lettsome Primary School is currently leading the standings following the pre-events of the 2026 Inter-Primary Schools Athletics Championships, accumulating 63 points ahead of the main competition. Bregado Flax Educational Centre Primary Division sits in second place with 52 points, while Enis Adams Primary School holds third with 46 points. Joyce Samuel Primary School follows … Continued
Fourteen secondary school students from across the Virgin Islands have successfully completed the Street Doctors training programme, an initiative designed to empower young people to become peer leaders, positive influencers, and advocates for safer communities. Students from Elmore Stoutt High School, Bregado Flax Educational Centre, Claudia Creque Educational Centre, St. George’s Secondary School, the Virgin … Continued
In an inspiring display of civic education, Grade 5 students from Cedar School visited the House of Assembly today, where they were warmly greeted by members of the 5th House of Assembly (HoA). The visit coincided with ongoing debates on the Human Rights Commission Bill 2026, offering the young visitors a front-row seat to democracy … Continued
