Today October 27th, 2021 more than half of teachers of the Elmore Stoutt Junior high school called in sick causing the Ministry of Education to call off school for today October 27th, 2021. It is alleged that officials got wind of the plan to do the same at the senior high school and canceled senior … Continued
The recently held ‘Families at Play’ event which was hosted by the Virgin Islands Recreation Trust at the A.O. Shirley Grounds and the Multi-Purpose Sports Complex was deemed a success after attracting nearly 500 patrons throughout the day. This is according to Director of the Recreation Trust Eustace ‘Boss’ Freeman who made the disclosure during … Continued
The search continues for a missing Canadian male who was last spotted snorkeling in the vicinity off Cooper Island on Monday October 25. This is according to a media release from the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force issued Tuesday October 26. It said the Virgin Islands Search and Rescue (VISAR) and Customs officers are assisting … Continued
Despite stating that the evidence stage of the Commission of Inquiry has been completed, Commissioner Sir Gary Hickinbottom has said there are still a number of outstanding matters which need to be addressed before pressing forward. Sir. Hickinbottom made the statement on Friday October 22, where he revealed that there are still several outstanding requests … Continued
“Floatilla of lights” (FoL) is a house, boats and floats Christmas decoration lighting and parade paired with a shopping and culinary experience over the first two consecutive weekends (11th – floats and 18th – boats) in December, to be enjoyed by locals and tourists alike. It aims to be the premier Christmas event which will … Continued
In fulfilling its purpose to bring together people and resources for community benefit the Unite BVI Foundation, facilitated a 25k GBP donation made by guests of Necker Island for the benefit of the Bregado Flax Educational Centre on Virgin Gorda. The donation by the Maxwell/ Beamish family and friends was presented to BFEC in early … Continued
The new Marine Estate Administration Policy has now been updated and published. The Marine Estate Administration Policy updates the guidance used by the Ministry of Natural Resources, Labour and Immigration since 1996 for the issuance of licences, permits and leases for the use of the seabed. Minister for Natural Resources, Labour and Immigration Honourable Vincent … Continued
The Department of Culture is preparing to celebrate the second annual Culture and Tourism Month in November under the theme “Our Heritage, our People, our Cultural Arts! When Culture meets Tourism, we Capture all Hearts.” The Month is an important collaboration with several partners including the H. Lavity Stoutt Community College, the Virgin Islands Communal … Continued
A search is underway for Mr. Sem Duverval of Haiti who escaped detention between the late hours of Saturday, October 23 and early Sunday, October 24. The Chief Immigration Officer, Mr. Ian Penn explained that four immigrants who were detained by the Immigration Department, escaped from detention at Castle Maria Hotel. Three of these individuals … Continued
Fully vaccinated residents with a negative pre-flight COVID-19 PCR test who intend to travel to Barbados as of yesterday October 24 will no longer be required to be tested for COVID-19 or quarantine once arriving in that country. This was announced by Barbados’ Minister of Health and Wellness Lieutenant Colonel Jeffrey Bostic, who said that … Continued
