Last evening January 19th, 2022 after 8pm, residents became alarmed by a loud explosion. Shortly after the loud noise alerted nearby residents that something was wrong, Chief Fire Officer Mr. Zebalon McLean said reports were then made to the Virgin Gorda Fire station of a home on fire. The wooden home and a vehicle parked … Continued
In a message to all business stakeholders in the Virgin Islands, the BVI Chamber of Commerce and Hotel Association is asking stakeholders to register their interest for the upcoming business stakeholders meeting. In an official message, the Chamber said, “The National Sustainable Development Plan is near the completion of the first draft. The Chamber is … Continued
In a continued effort to keep the business community engaged, the BVI Chamber of Commerce and Hotel Association is hosting a series of Business Continuity Planning Lunch and Learn working sessions. Part 1 is being held today January 19th, 2022 from 12-1pm. In an official comment the chamber said, “2022 is all about PLANNING. One … Continued
The management team of the British Virgin Islands Ports Authority’s (BVIPA) participated in a workshop on 13th January 2022 which took on a hybrid method. The workshop was facilitated by the agency’s Human Resources Manager, Mrs. Patricia Blaize-Adams. The authority in a press release said the aim of the Human Resources workshop was to “delve … Continued
In an effort to include all education stakeholders across the territory of the Virgin Islands on the proposed redevelopment of the Elmore Stoutt High school campus, the Government of the Virgin Islands through the Ministry of Education is hosting a virtual meeting today January 19th, 2022 from 2:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m to update all … Continued
On Monday January 17th, 2022 baby Logan Cruz arrived via an American Airline jet back home to his final resting place of St. Croix USVI at the Henry E. Rohlsen Airport. His arrival has been termed a “hero’s welcome”. He was honored as the American Airlines jet that brought him home received a water salute, … Continued
Permission has officially been granted by the Federal Institute for Drugs and Medical Devices (BfArM) in Germany allowing St Vincent and the Grenadines to be the first member state of the Organization of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) to be allowed to export medicinal cannabis. The first shipment from St. Vincent and the Grenadines heads to … Continued
On Yesterday January 17th, 2022, officers of the Armed Response Team recaptured Kurt Rabsatt in the East End area of Tortola. Rabsatt 36 of Long Look had escaped police custody in late December while being escorted into the East End Police Station. Rabsatt is suspected to be responsible for a number of burglaries, in addition … Continued
The legal fraternity celebrated the opening of the 2022 Law Year of the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court (ECSC) on January 11. The start of the year began with a church service at the New Testament Church of God International Worship Centre, before transitioning to a virtual ceremony under the theme: “The ECSC: Re-imagining the justice system … Continued
Early signs point to yet another above average hurricane season. This year’s hurricane season is leaning towards above-average activity fueled by early indicators that the Atlantic multi-decadal oscillation (AMO) remains in a high positive phase, and signs that El Nino — during which trade winds are weakened and warm water is pushed back east toward … Continued
