The Department of Trade will begin an outreach programme later this month aimed at educating districts about matters the department will be undertaking in the coming weeks. Jr Minister Lorna Smith who was speaking on the Government’s Virgin Islands Voice Programme Wednesday evening, said many issues like consumer protection and reducing the bureaucracy in the … Continued
Hon. Julian Fraser, Deputy Premier and Minister for Environment of the British Virgin Islands, delivered his closing remarks as outgoing Chair of the OECS Council of Ministers: Environmental Sustainability at the 12th regular meeting in Antigua and Barbuda. Fraser thanked the host country, incoming Chair Hon. Sir Molwyn Joseph, fellow ministers, and regional partners for … Continued
The Ministry of Environment, Natural Resources and Climate Change has successfully plated more than 120 sea grape trees as part of its Long Bay restoration project, exceeding its original goal and setting the stage for expanded community involvement and environmental education. Launched in June 2024 during Environment Month, the tree-planting initiative is part of Operation … Continued
Premier and Minister of Finance Dr. Natalio Wheatley has given the assurance that the Virgin Islands is very committed to transforming its electric power infrastructure, particularly in transitioning to sustainable sources. The Premier was addressing the Caribbean Electric Utility Services Corporation 2025 Symposium and Lineworkers Rodeo hosted by the Territory for the first time last … Continued
Questions are being asked on whether rats are having a field day at the Ralph T O’Neal Administration Building in Roadtown. The administration building was damaged seven years ago by hurricane Irma and despite the works being done to repair it, the building it is yet to be completed. During the recent Alliance Radio Show, … Continued
The 2025 Terrence Chinnery Industrial Softball League opened Monday evening with prayer, and passionate calls for community unity at a ceremony celebrating both the game and the legacy of a local sports hero. Following the Territorial Song and opening acknowledgments, Acting Director of the Department of Youth Affairs and Sports , Ms. Shaunice Leonard, welcomed … Continued
The Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs and Sports is preparing to “take you around the world” at its upcoming Foreign Language Immersive Extravaganza, according to a promotional video released by student participants. In this video, students extend an invitation to the public to attend the educational and cultural event, which aims to showcase foreign languages … Continued
The Department of Youth Affairs and Sports launched its new youth-centered podcast, DYAS Voice, with a deeply personal and inspiring first episode featuring 19-year-old BVI content creator J’mar Penn, who reflected on how his faith has shaped his creative path. In a candid conversation, Penn opened up about how boredom after high school led him … Continued
Wanted fugitive Erick Rabsatt 24, has been recaptured in the US Virgin Islands. Rabsatt is wanted in connection with the December 2021 murder of Jaimez Stoutt in territory. Acting Deputy Commissioner of Police Kenrick Davis confirmed the recapture of Rabsatt on ZBVI Radio. Stoutt, 31, was shot and killed inside Crystal’s Nightclub in Free Bottom, … Continued
