After languishing in disrepair since the devastating hurricanes of 2017, the Burt Point Waste Water Treatment Plant has been resurrected, signalling a significant stride forward in environmental conservation and public health. A ceremony held on Friday, April 12, marked the official recommissioning of the plant, attended by esteemed dignitaries and officials. Minister for Communication and … Continued
Competitive softball is set to reclaim its place across secondary schools in the Virgin Islands with plans already underway to extend the initiative to primary schools in the near future. The announcement came as a beacon of hope during the grand opening ceremony for the 2024 Raymond “Mahassa” Mercer & Kathleen Fahie National Fast Pitch … Continued
More than 20 government departments have updated their systems to provide online services, empowering residents to conveniently book appointments for various services from the comfort of their homes. The Office of the Deputy Governor confirmed this transformative development, highlighting the convenience and efficiency it brings to residents. Through the government appointment platform, appointments.gov.vg, individuals can … Continued
All public officers have officially transitioned to the new salary structure, marking a pivotal moment in the territory’s commitment to equitable compensation and professional development. The Department of Human Resources confirmed this achievement on Friday, announcing that 2499 public officers had been successfully converted ahead of the March 31 deadline. This conversion process follows the … Continued
The 2024 season of the Raymond “Mahassa” Mercer & Kathleen Fahie National Fast Pitch League kicked off in spectacular fashion as defending champions Synergy and Pirates secured victories in their respective divisions, setting the tone for an exhilarating campaign ahead. In the women’s division, Synergy asserted their dominance with a commanding 12-2 victory over Sparks … Continued
The sound of leather on willow is set to echo once again across the grounds of the Greenland Cricket Field in East End, Tortola, as the British Virgin Islands Cricket Association (BVICA) proudly announces the return of T20 cricket to the territory this weekend, on Sunday, April 14. The BVICA has unveiled an electrifying tournament … Continued
President of the Virgin Islands Softball-Baseball Association Rhodni Skelton has declared that he will not be contesting in the association’s upcoming general election in October. Skelton made the announcement during the opening ceremony for the 2024 Raymond “Mahassa” Mercer & Kathleen Fahie National Fast Pitch League last Saturday. Expressing his rationale to depart from executive … Continued
The Virgin Islands Softball Baseball Association (VISBA) made history on Saturday, April 6, as they unveiled the newly christened 2024 Raymond “Mahassa” Mercer & Kathleen Fahie National Fast Pitch League, paying homage to two icons who have left an indelible mark on the sport of softball in the territory. The opening ceremony for the league’s … Continued
In a thrilling showdown at the Multipurpose Sports Complex, Team United States Virgin Islands (USVI), led by Captain Khalid Gerard, clinched their second consecutive title in the King of the Courts Caribbean Championships, overpowering local favourites Team Tola in the championship clash on Sunday. Facing a packed audience, USVI showcased their dominance, outplaying Team Tola … Continued
The azure waters of the British Virgin Islands bore witness to a thrilling spectacle as the 51st BVI Spring Regatta concluded on Sunday, April 7th, with a flourish of sails and a flurry of excitement. More in this report.
