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284 News Wednesday March 12th 2025
FOUR ARRESTED AND CHARGED FOLLOWING RVIPF FIREARMS AND DRUG SEIZURE
Raheem Blyden, 32, of Crabbe Lot, along with Shaika Jeffers, 31, Ayana Lennard, 29, and Chad George, 21, of Sophie Bay, have been formally charged following an early morning police operation conducted by the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) on Tuesday, March 11. Blyden faces multiple charges, including Possession of a Prohibited Weapon, Keeping … Continued
BVIHSA Reaffirms Commitment to Quality Healthcare Amid Challenges
The BVI Health Services Authority in a recent release has acknowledged recent concerns regarding healthcare services and remains dedicated they say, to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care to the people of the Virgin Islands. Like many healthcare institutions worldwide, the agency said “we continue to face staffing challenges. To address this, we are actively recruiting clinicians … Continued
FLEMMING HOUSE CROWNED 2025 ESHS CHAMPIONS
Flemming House has claimed the title of 2025 Elmore Stoutt High School (ESHS) Inter-House Champions, emerging victorious in a closely contested two-day competition held at the A. O. Shirley Recreation Ground on Thursday and Friday. In a thrilling battle for supremacy, Flemming House, also known as House 3, tallied 603 points, narrowly edging out O’Neal … Continued
CIBC CARIBBEAN SUPPORTS WOMEN’S SOFTBALL CHAMP SYNERGY
In a strong show of support for women in sports, CIBC Caribbean has sponsored Synergy, the reigning national women’s softball champions, with a $3,500 donation. The sponsorship was presented at the bank’s Road Town branch on March 6, in celebration of International Women’s Day, under the theme “Accelerating Action.” The presentation was made by Vernecia … Continued
Civil Mitigation Policy to be launched
In a Government Information Services release it was announced that the Minister for Communications and Works, Honourable Kye M. Rymer, recently unveiled the Government of the Virgin Islands’ Civil Mitigation Policy, a vital initiative aimed at improving infrastructure management within communities. In his remarks, Minister Rymer stated, “This policy signifies a transformative approach to accountability, … Continued
284 News Tuesday March 11th 2025
SMITH REJOINS WHEATLEY GOV’T, DAWSON STRIPPED OF PORTFOLIO
Just over four months after her unceremonious dismissal, At-Large Representative Lorna Smith OBE is returning to Premier Dr. Natalio Wheatley’s cabinet in a role similar to her previous position, according to a joint announcement made Tuesday. The cabinet reshuffle comes at the expense of Dr. Karl Dawson, who has been stripped of his title as … Continued
BVI Christian Council rejects gov. decision to sponsor Vybz Kartel
The BVI Christian Council in a recent statement stated its disappointed in sponsoring of the upcoming Vybz Kartel concert by the Government of the Virgin Islands. The statement came after meetings were held with the Christian Council and the Premier of the Virgin Islands Dr. Hon. Natalio D. Wheatley who has led the Government’s support … Continued
