A Local historian believes it is critical Road Town is kept clean and pristine. Ermin Penn was one of the persons who raised concerns during the Road Town Partnership Project Town Hall Meeting last week. Penn applauded efforts which speaks to the future of Road Town, however she said its’ cleanliness is cause for concern. … Continued
During a recent episode of Talking Points Radio programme, local host Elvin Grant, Damian Grange and Violet Gaul all weighed in on the topic of Virgin Islands not wanting to work or take up certain roles. Mr. Grant was at the time speaking and congratulating the recent graduates across the territory and stated that we … Continued
While not against the validation of Labour Inspectors, Representative for the Second District Melvin Mitch Turnbull who once served as Labour Minister is urging the government to look at the Labour Code 2010 in a holistic manner. Last week, the House of Assembly passed the Labour Code Bill, 2025 which now empowers the Minister to … Continued
Government has announced that the official funeral of former legislator. Eileene Parsons, will take place on Thursday, July 17, at the Multi-Purpose Sports Complex in Road Town. Parson’s body will lie in state at the House of Assembly Chambers on Wednesday, July 16, from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m, where members of the public will … Continued
Members of Cabinet have come under fire from Talkshow host Claude Skelton for what he says is their failure to attend to the people’s business because the Deputy Governor is presiding over the meetings instead of the Governor who is away from the territory. During his Honestly Speaking Radio Programme, Skelton Cline claimed that some … Continued
The Recovery and Development Agency is now looking for qualified tenderers for the Removal and Disposal of Derelict Vessels from Sea Cows Bay Harbour. The unsightly derelict vessels have been a thorny issue since the passage of Hurricanes Irma and Maria in 2017. Opposition Leader at the time Julian Fraser protested about the unsavoury state … Continued
The producers of The Virgin Islands Icon Awards (VIcons), a celebration of Virgin Islands excellence, are deeply dismayed to report a serious breach of trust involving a contracted supplier. During a routine check on expected deliverables, including the swag bags and their contents, for The Virgin Islands Icon Awards held Sunday, it was discovered that … Continued
CIBC Caribbean has officially launched the 2025 edition of its Walk for the Cure campaign in the British Virgin Islands with two vibrant and heartfelt Sip & Paint events, held June 17 and 18 at the Creative Waves Arts Hub in Road Town.Organized in collaboration with the BVI Cancer Society, The walk for the Cure … Continued
Junior Minister for Financial Services and Economic Development Honourable Lorna Smith, OBE, met with representatives from major local supermarkets to discuss measures aimed at maintaining stable prices on essential food items. The meeting held June 27 formed part of the Government’s ongoing efforts to safeguard the cost of living for residents, particularly in light of … Continued
Junior Minister for Financial Services and Economic Development Lorna Smith has described her meeting with representatives from major local supermarkets as a very good one. Minister Smith met with them to discuss measures aimed at maintaining stable prices on essential food items. The meeting held June 27 formed part of the Government’s ongoing efforts to … Continued
