The Ministry of Health is informing the public that through the BVI Health Services Authority yet another weekend Drive-Thru-Vaccination-Program will be conducted on the Festival Village Grounds from 9:00am to 5:00pm on Saturday 29th and Sunday 30th January 2022. Vaccines being administered are the AstraZeneca and Pfizer. AstraZeneca (18yrs and over) and Pfizer (12yrs and … Continued
Fresh, organic food is being produced in District 7, as a direct result of the success of the District 7 Garden Programme. The programme, which was launched last May, is well underway with 13 participants growing various “quick” crops under the tutelage of local agriculture expert and entrepreneur Mrs. Arona Fahie-Forbes. Commenting on the progress … Continued
Miya’s Law had its first committee hearing on Tuesday, and it passed unanimously. State Sen. Linda Stewart defended the law before lawmakers on Tuesday to fight for tenant safety in the name of Miya Marcano. Stewart said she’s hopeful that soon, what happened to Miya is something no other renter experiences. The bill would require … Continued
Within the past weeks several reports have been made via social media platforms in the Virgin Islands of a predator attacking women at the A.O Shirley Recreational Grounds in the early mornings. One post warning residents stated, “Ladies (and everyone really), please beware of a man attacking women on the A. O. Shirley Grounds in … Continued
The subject of the previously approved plans not being used in the rebuilding of the Elmore Stoutt has been the topic of conversation among public forums within the past weeks, with both former and present legislators weighing in on the matter, as well as residents. In a recent Facebook post former Education Minister Myron E … Continued
In a recent Facebook post, Leader of the Opposition and District 8 representative Hon. Marlon A Penn paid tribute to stalwart businessman Clarence C Thomas who passed away on January 21st, 2022. Mr. Thomas, 86 years was well known for his contributions towards the businessman community in providing empire-building initiatives that allowed Virgin Islanders a … Continued
The BVI Red Cross recently launched an online blood donor campaign to attract new blood donors. Ever since the beginning of the pandemic, there has been an overwhelming increasing number of requests for blood donations. In an invited comment, The BVI Red Cross said, “The issue we are facing is not the issue of persons … Continued
In recognizing and admiring the public-private collaboration in outing a recent fire at Princess Quarters along Copper Mine Road, Virgin Gorda on Tuesday, January 18th, 2022. Honourable Kye Rymer, Minister for Transportation and Works said, “One of the finest human attributes is that when things seem to be at their worst, that is when people … Continued
Virgin Islands Family, question for you: “What do you envision our beloved Virgin Islands will look like in 2040?” I will be in my 60’s and I most definitely want to see a healthier population that owns the economy. I want to see an education system that empowers and equips our children’s children to pursue … Continued
In an official post via social Media, the family of stalwart Virgin Islands businessman, Rotarian and founder of Clarence Thomas Limited announced the passing of the Virgin Islands businessman. The post stated, “The Thomas Family is sad to announce the passing of our patriarch Clarence C. Thomas 1936-2022.” Mr. Thomas, 86 years was well known … Continued
