Thirty years ago, a group of BVIslanders and Belongers got together amidst a cloud of economic uncertainty that threatened to marginalize Virgin Islanders’ involvement in the economic development of the Territory. After many months of intentional deliberations, discussions, and reflections, the BVI Investment Club was birthed on April 23rd, 1992, with a vision of “sharing … Continued
Word just in from senior sources within law enforcement in the Virgin Islands have confirmed that between yesterday Sunday April 24th and today April 25th, 2022, some 14 Illegal Immigrants of Romanian and Haitian decent have been detained by law enforcement officials on Anegada, British Virgin Islands. It is suspected that there are a … Continued
Today April 25th in a Facebook post, Kevon Lettsome, popularly known as “Shack” publically declared his candidacy for District 7 in next general elections. The community leader who has been vocal on issues within the District did not state which political party he would be running with, however his branding and logo shared along with … Continued
Minister for Natural Resources and Labour and 9th District Representative Hon. Vincent O. Wheatley who is presently away from the territory attending a Summit on Climate Change in the Bahamas took a moment to issue a statement via his Facebook page. In encourage overseas territories to join forces for climate change. Minister Whealtey said, “As … Continued
In a recent Facebook post, social commentator and political aspirant Cindy Rosan issued her take on the release of the Commission of Inquiry Report. Rosan began by stating, “I want to be as clear as possible on my position as it relates to the release of the COI report, and the future of these Virgin … Continued
The public is invited to celebrate with the Lions Club of Tortola as it observes its 50th Anniversary of service in the British Virgin Islands, with a fundraising gala dinner at Maria’s By the Sea Hotel on May 7, 2022, under the theme “50 Years of Service in the BVI: Honouring our Legacy; Embracing Our … Continued
The Royal Virgin Islands Police have today confirmed the death of a male who died as a result of injuries sustained during a motorcycle accident. The official statement read, “Police can confirm that the male involved in the recent motorcycle accident in Belle Vue, reported on April 18, has succumbed to his injuries today, April … Continued
I am not surprised by this time line because from the Governor’s first announcement I estimated it would take a month before the report would be made public. And I am still more interested in the UK response to the report. That’s what I am waiting on. Bear in mind they can choose what recommendations … Continued
Experienced professional surveyor Mrs. Keisha Holder-Lopez has been appointed as Chief Surveyor. Mrs. Holder-Lopez was appointed effective April 4 for a period of two years following the approval of His Excellency the Governor, Mr. John Rankin, CMG in accordance with section 92 of the Virgin Islands Constitution Order, 2007 and the advice of the Public … Continued
Local authors in collaboration with the Department of Culture will be hosting a ceremony for the launching of the book ‘Living Healthy in the Era of SARS-CoV-2 and COVID-19’ on Monday, April 25. The book launch event will take place at the Reverend Ralph Perry-Gore Centre for Missions and Ministry in Sea Cow’s Bay at … Continued
