VI CONSORTIUM SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — As Puerto Rico considers lifting pandemic quarantine restrictions, health officials said Wednesday that the U.S. territory passed its peak of coronavirus cases and related deaths more than two months ago — though independent experts said those numbers are in doubt. Miguel Valencia, a health department consultant, said … Continued
In light of the significant impact of COVID-19 on our businesses, human resource and economy, coupled with the potential impact of the 2020 Hurricane Season, the British Virgin Islands Chamber of Commerce & Hotel Association is strongly urging the Private Sector and the Public Sector to take proactive measures in safeguarding all human resource, other … Continued
Territorial readiness was the focus at yesterday’s virtual meeting of the National Disaster Management Council (NDMC). The meeting saw high-level discussions on key components of preparedness including the readiness of the public service, emergency shelters, COVID-19 considerations, Sister Islands needs and back-up communication plans. The NDMC is chaired by His Excellency the Governor Augustus Jaspert … Continued
A well known, long-standing businessman was today June 10th, knocked out by a Jamaican citizen residing in the BVI at around 2:30pm today at his business establishment in Fish Bay, Tortola BVI. It is unclear what lead to the unfortunate incident, however police are presently on the scene. More to come on this story.
Police arrested and charged Rudy Vanterpool, 27 of The Valley, Virgin Gorda for 2 counts of Carrying an Unlicensed Firearm, Possession of a Firearm with Intent to Put Another in Fear, Criminal Trespass, 2 counts of Possession of Explosives and 2 counts of Breach of Curfew. He appeared before the Magistrate’s Court and was remanded … Continued
The territory of the Virgin Islands highly anticipated and long-awaited Virgin Islands ‘Consumer Protection Act, 2020’ was passed in the Virgin Islands House of Assembly on June 8th, 2020. Leader of Government business and Minister of Finance, Hon Andrew A. Fahie in moving a motion for the third reading of the bill said: “Today is … Continued
The lives and journey of the Territory’s local heroes and freedom fighters are being explored in the new virtual exhibition series launched by the Department of Culture. Minister for Education, Culture, Youth Affairs, Fisheries and Agriculture, Dr. the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley said that the videos showcasing the lives of persons including Perreen Georges and … Continued
VATICAN CITY (AP) — Pope Francis called George Floyd by name, twice, and offered support to an American bishop who knelt in prayer during a Black Lives Matter protest. Cardinals black and white have spoken out about Floyd’s death, and the Vatican’s communications juggernaut has shifted into overdrive to draw attention to the cause he … Continued
Gardeners across the Territory participating in the Ministry of Education, Culture, Youth Affairs, Fisheries and Agriculture’s Backyard Garden Competition are being provided with more tips to assist with the production of successful crops. Week 3 Tip: focuses on Okra, a vegetable commonly grown in backyard gardens. Okra has several health benefits. It can boost immunity; … Continued
The Ministry of Education, Culture, Youth Affairs, Fisheries and Agriculture will be discussing the topic ‘Protecting Children in Tough Times’ in its next Facebook LIVE session of A Chat with the Community as it seeks to help parents and students through the challenges of change and online learning. Minister for Education, Culture, Youth Affairs, Fisheries … Continued
