The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force is set to unveil a new Community Policing-oriented strategy in January 2025, following the dismantling of its previous initiative. This update emerged during recent Standing Finance Committee deliberations, where it was revealed that the once highly-regarded programme aimed at fostering trust between the police and residents had been stalled. … Continued
More than 21 environmental and technical officers have completed training in water quality monitoring, data analysis and storage. The training session was organised by the Ministry of Environment, Natural Resources and Climate Change in collaboration with H. Lavity Stoutt Community College (HLSCC), Center Resource Management and Environmental Studies (CERMES) and Spatial Innovision Ltd . Project … Continued
According to the VI Consortium, David Whitaker is now being described by the federal government as a cooperating witness — a designation being made public for the first time — as prosecutors and defence counsel filed a joint motion on Thursday to delay his sentencing, currently scheduled for April 7 in the United States Virgin … Continued
A beautification project under the leadership of Territorial At-Large Representative, Hon. Lorna Smith, OBE, titled Roots to Resilience began over the weekend in East End. The initiative marks the beginning of a broader mission to beautify the Virgin Islands territory-wide, while instilling a sense of national pride. Smith has on many occasions spoken of the … Continued
The Caribbean is a realm of laid-back vibes, stunning beaches, and culinary delights. In the heart of this paradise lies Jost Van Dyke. Embracing the spirit of community and gastronomy, the BVI Tourist Board and Jost Van Dyke’s restaurants and bars have united to kick off an exclusive vibe for Jost Lime & Dine 2025. … Continued
In a recent interview with 284 Media, Dr. Kedrick Pickering joined Dr. Arliene T Penn in her ‘A Simple Swab’ campaign. The highly experienced obstetrician gynecologist spoke on the importance and significance of a simple swab reiterating that no woman should die from cervical cancer. Dr. Pickering also denounced the stigma behind having a pap … Continued
WINBVI Ambassador and Mrs. British Virgin Islands 2022/2023, Dr. Arliene T. Penn is hosting her 4th cervical cancer Pap smear campaign. ‘A SIMPLE SWAB’ Campaign seeks to promote cervical health in our community by encouraging women to take charge of their health. Dr. Arliene T. Penn began by sharing her experience. Penn a cervical cancer … Continued
Former Deputy Premier and Medical Physician Dr. Kedrick Pickering has officially launched his debut book, Walk in Faith & Medicine, at the Dr D Orlando Smith Hospital lobby on Wednesday, January 22. Already a best-seller, the book offers an intimate exploration of his medical journey intertwined with his faith from his medical career, particularly between … Continued
Premier of the Virgin Islands Dr. the Hon. Natalio Wheatley and Junior Minister of Tourism Hon. Luce Hodge-Smith recently spoke on their expectations for tourism in 2025. They were at the time at the recently held Tourism Summit on the newly reimagined Peter Island Resort. Hon. Hodge Smith identified areas of target focus areas within … Continued
Minister of Education, Youth, and Sports Affairs Hon. Sharie de Castro in an official message to the public has announced that the annual National Science and Innovation Fair will take place from March 12-14, 2025, at the Multi-Purpose Complex. The fair will feature interactive displays and hands-on experiments, allowing students to tackle real-world challenges in … Continued
