The Government of the Virgin Islands continues to invest in strengthening mental health and building community resilience of its people through the Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MPHSS) project. The project was launched as a result of a collaboration between the Ministry of Health and Social Development, the BVI Health Services Authority and the Pan … Continued
Senior students at the Elmore Stoutt High School are now permitted to return to school on Monday, May 10th using the hybrid/shift system. This was confirmed by the Minister of Education, Dr. the Honorable Natalio D. Wheatley who said “I am now pleased to announce that having engaged with the relevant stakeholders, we are now … Continued
Royal Virgin Islands Police Force laid charges on an additional two males yesterday in connection with the robbery that resulted in the death of Catherine Pickering on April 18. Both charged with possession of a prohibited weapon are K’Shoy Alexander of Valley, 20, of The Valley, Virgin Gorda and Richard Haripersad, 18, of Purcell Estate. … Continued
There are disturbing reports in St Vincent and the Grenadines of adults abandoning children and teenagers at emergency shelters as well as the elderly being left alone. Director of the National Emergency Management Organization (NEMO) in SVG Michelle Forbes said they have had children (primary school-aged) being left alone for quite some time and teenagers being abandoned. She said people were going back … Continued
The BVI Chamber of Commerce and Hotel Association met with business stakeholders on Virgin Gorda last week, on Wednesday, 28 April 2021, as part of its new initiative to engage businesses across the territory. The focus of the meeting was to discuss their unique hardships and wins since international travel restarted in December 2020, as … Continued
The BVI continues to feel the negative impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the manufacturing industry. Worldwide, the pandemic has disrupted production and supply in home goods, appliances, paper products, food products, lumber, other building materials, and more resulting in shortages and rising prices. Managing Director at CTL Home Center, Michael Thomas said these shortages … Continued
Preliminary tests conducted on volcanic ash from the La Soufriere volcano have revealed the presence of gold deposits. Deputy Prime Minister Montgomery Daniel made the disclosure during an exclusive interview with Loop New Caribbean. “As a matter of fact, one of the preliminary results show that coming out of the recent explosion and that the material that is on the … Continued
With the United States reopening thanks to a vigorous vaccination campaign that has seen 100 million Americans fully vaccinated, opportunities for work are opening up for regional soca artistes and promoters. Over the weekend, some soca artistes were seen performing at events in Miami where Jamaican mas band Xaymaca held a five-day party experience which also … Continued
Celebrate “Her Best MOMents” with a Unique Culinary Experience Memorable experiences are indeed special, especially when they are created just for Mom. The BVI Tourist Board is excited to launch its Mother’s Day Campaign, “Her Best MOMents”. This promotion is a precursor to the upcoming BVI Food Fete series of events showcasing the culinary element of BVI Love. The campaign encourages patrons in … Continued
The Public Health Unit within the Ministry of Health and Social Development has received a donation of $10,000 dollars to aid in its COVID-19 response. The monetary donation was given by the CIBC First Caribbean International Bank (FCIB) on April 29 and was accepted by Medical Officer, Dr. Ronald Georges, National Epidemiologist Ms. Harmonie Massiah … Continued
