On May 10, the BVI joined the international community in observing World Lupus Day. An annual observation which serves to rally persons and organisations around the world to bring greater attention to the disease, and the need for resources and efforts to support those affected by the potentially fatal disease. In line with that observation, … Continued
As the 2023 Atlantic Hurricane Season has now begun, Premier Dr the Honourable Natalio Wheatley is urging Virgin Islanders to be prepared for any possible inclement weather that could come to the Territory. He stressed that while the Government of the Virgin Islands will take the necessary action to ensure that the Territory is kept … Continued
How can kitchen scraps and bush cuttings help grow sweeter fruit, better vegetables and save the planet? All adults and teens interested in the answer to this and many other questions about Home Composting are invited to attend free workshops being held on Tortola on Saturday June 3rd. These Workshops are interactive “Trash to Treasure” … Continued
June 1st has been officially declared “Virgin Islands Day” in the City of Tamarac, Florida. This was announced by Premier Dr the Honourable Natalio Wheatley moments after he returned to the Territory on the inaugural American Airlines direct flight from Miami on Thursday Afternoon. Premier Wheatley and Minister for Communications and Works Hon. Kye Rymer … Continued
A welcome ceremony was held airside at the Terrance B Lettsome International Airport on Thursday to celebrate the occasion of the inaugural American Airlines direct flight from Miami.
Residents of the Virgin Islands are reminded of the dangers of smoking as the Territory observes World Tobacco Day 2023. Public Health Officer in the Ministry of Health and Social Development Ms. Renee Leonard said that smoking is one of the major risk factors for the development of chronic non-communicable diseases. “Among the greatest concerns … Continued
A second co-defendant has filed for a change in plea hearing, a development that could leave former Premier Andrew Fahie as the last one fighting against the charges laid in an ongoing drug trafficking and money laundering case. Reports are that on Monday, May 29, former BVI Ports Authority Managing Director Oleavine Maynard filed with … Continued
A teenage girl in Guyana has been slapped with 19 counts of murder after reportedly admitting to starting a fire which killed 18 of her schoolmates and a 5-year-old boy last week. The young girl, reportedly 15 years old, faced a magistrate virtually on Monday and was remanded into custody pending further proceedings. She was … Continued
The Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) will observe its 42nd Anniversary on June 18, 2023, under the theme ‘Vision. Integration. Sustainability. Progress.’ In commemoration of this milestone, the OECS Commission will celebrate with a calendar of activities throughout the month of June. The 42nd Anniversary Celebrations will highlight the achievements, progress and aspirations of … Continued
Three contracts were signed for the construction of social homes on the sister islands as part of the Housing Recovery Assistance Programme. Minister for Health and Social Development, Honourable Vincent Wheatley said he was happy to see the resumption of social homes. The Minister noted the program had stopped for a while, but he is … Continued
