By Shaina Smith We find ourselves in thought-provoking times and not just because of the COVID-19 pandemic but this year December, it will be 70 years since the local legislature was reconstituted and local elected representation returned to our shores. Some may ask why is that a big deal? I am glad you asked! Prior … Continued
A letter received by our newsroom dated June 30th, 2020 confirms the announcement by the BVI Airport Authority in the British Virgin Islands advising all staff of a 25% salary reduction which took place effective July 1st, 2020, along with reduced hours. The letter states: “All employees are asked to note that in accordance with … Continued
A press release issued by the BVI Football Association stated that, The Reds are the U12 Youth Festival Cup Champions after defeating the Blues 2-1 in the decisive game of the Championship which took place on Saturday 15th August 2020 at the National Stadium, East End / Long Look, Tortola. Team Green and Team Orange … Continued
VI CONSORTIUM A person who tested positive for the novel coronavirus virus, who was placed under quarantine for two weeks after which this person was cleared by the V.I. Department of Health to leave quarantine and head back into the community, tested positive a second time after being told by her employer that she would … Continued
VI CONSORTIUM The Department of Health reported a sharp surge in the number of Covid-19 infections Thursday, announcing 63 new infections territory-wide, with 50 on St. Thomas, 11 on St. Croix and 2 on St. John. Thursday’s report matches the August 11 total, though St. Thomas had seen an even greater portion of infections at … Continued
The most recent weather update states that the Tropical Depression 13 is little disorganized this morning however it is still classified as a depression in the NHC’s 5 AM forecast. Presently most of the showers and thunderstorms are located in the southeast quadrant of the system. Despite the level of disorganization the system is still … Continued
The Cabinet of the Virgin Islands has given the approval for a special category of persons to enter the Territory from August 15 providing that applications are submitted to the ministers for Immigration and Health for approval. The special category includes dependents such as spouses and children of Belongers, Permanent Residents, work permit holders and … Continued
The Humanitarian Aid and Disaster Relief (HADR) exercise conducted on Norman Island over the weekend has been called a success. The exercise was led by the United Kingdom’s (UK) Task Group in the Caribbean to ensure that in the event of a hurricane, RFA Argus and HMS Medway are able to land specialist teams and … Continued
Owners of livestock, horses, poultry and rabbits are urged to create or review disaster plans for their animals in their continued preparations this hurricane season. Director at the Department of Agriculture and Fisheries, Mr. Theodore James said animals can be injured by flooding, fire, winds, flying debris and other dangers associated with a hurricane. He … Continued
The Recreation Trust, appointed by Cabinet on July 15, to ensure the fullest and most beneficial use of all recreational facilities in the Territory, held its first meeting this month. Minister for Education, Culture, Youth Affairs, Fisheries and Agriculture, Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley addressed the members and encouraged them to revitalise recreation in the Virgin … Continued
