In a recent Facebook Post, Director of the Social Security Board of the Virgin Islands announced her retirement as of July 2nd, 2024. Mrs. Jeannette Scatliffe-Boynes has served as the Director of the Social Security Board for the past 3 years, and Deputy Director for 30 yrs. In chronicling her journey, an eager Scatliffe-Boynes … Continued
In a gesture of generosity and community support, the non-profit organization, Leo Club, donated a substantial sum of $3000 to the BVI Athletics Association for the enhancement of their injury care program. This donation comes as a significant boost to the association’s efforts to improve and rehabilitate their existing facilities and services for injured athletes. … Continued
On Saturday April 3rd Republic Bank launched the exclusive vertical MasterCard black credit card at a private cocktail event held at Prime Restaurant. The hand selected attendees were presented with the card and had an opportunity to sign up on the spot. The prestigious vertical Mastercard Black credit card is the latest exciting addition to … Continued
The excitement is building as the 70th Virgin Islands Festival approaches. BVI residents have enthusiastically participated by submitting 70 creative slogans to commemorate this landmark celebration. The festival, now organised by the British Virgin Islands Tourist Board and Film Commission (BVITBFC), invites the public to play an integral role in choosing the festival’s slogan. Director … Continued
Six months since its official handover, the Anegada Children’s Playground continues to benefit children of all ages on the island. The completed playground is the combined power of a shared vision, and public-private partnerships, as funding was provided by Unite BVI and the Government of the Virgin Islands. Designed to promote physical activity and foster … Continued
The Ministry of Finance (MoF) has completed the first phase of a technical assistance program aimed at improving the efficiency and accuracy of its revenue forecasting processes. The program is being led by the Caribbean Regional Technical Assistance Centre (CARTAC), a specialized agency of the International Monetary Fund (IMF). “An evaluation of our budget drafting … Continued
In a tragic event, a well-known local male has died this afternoon Wednesday April 3rd, 2024 in Paraquita Bay while operating an excavator. Sources close the situation confirmed that the man was employed with a local construction company. In an offical statement the Royal Virgin Islands police force said, “Police can confirm a fatal incident in … Continued
The British Virgin Islands Health Services Authority (BVIHSA) amidst great anticipation introduced two new ambulances into its fleet, setting a new benchmark for emergency response capabilities across the British Virgin Islands. One of the ambulances, generously funded by the Ministry of Health, exemplifies the government’s dedication to prioritizing public health and safety. The second ambulance, … Continued
For the month of March, Rotary Clubs worldwide celebrated Water Sanitation & Hygiene. The Rotary Club Sunrise of Road Town continues the plight through the emphasis on Hygiene by making contributions of water, Hand Sanitizers and Soap Dispensers to local Primary Schools throughout the territory. These donations will continue to ensure best practices in Health … Continued
Youth and seniors in the BVI community will have access to free eye screening and eyeglasses compliments of the Lions Club of Tortola as it launches Phase Two of its Vision Screening Project: “Vision 24”, aimed at promoting eye health through the detection and correction of vision impairment of young people and the elderly in … Continued
