Culture and Tourism Month 2024 is expected to highlight the rich cultural heritage of the Virgin Islands while promoting tourism as a vital component of the economy. Junior Minister for Tourism and Culture Honourable Luce Hodge Smith said the month-long celebration themed, “Telling Your Story Through Tourism: Sharing Virgin Islands Legacies’ will see the intertwining … Continued
Public Officers across the Virgin Islands will be observing Public Service Week 2024 from November 10 to 16 under the theme, “Unity in Service: Our Public Service Standing Together”. The week is observed annually with an aim of encouraging togetherness through friendly competition and activities. The week also provides opportunities for community engagements and allows … Continued
The family of stalwart 6th District businesswoman and restaurant owner Mrs. Muriel Hamm in an official statement announced the passing of the family matriarch today October 31st, 2024. Ms. Hamm as she was affectionately known passed away at her home. She was well known for her contributions in the restaurant industry. In 2023, in a … Continued
The Financial Investigation Agency of the British Virgin Islands has announced the recent signing of a Memorandum of Understanding with the Jersey Financial Services Commission on October 25th. The Authorities entered the agreement to provide a formal basis for consultation, cooperation and exchange of information to achieve effective regulatory and supervisory functions under the relevant … Continued
Deputy Premier André Ebanks, Ministers Ebanks-Wilks and Turner, and Parliamentary Secretary Heather Bodden resigned from the Government effective immediately. Grand Cayman 31 Oct, 2024 – Deputy Premier André Ebanks, Ministers Turner and Ebanks[1]Wilks along with Parliamentary Secretary Heather Bodden announced today they had resigned from the UPM Government effective immediately. Former Deputy Premier and MP … Continued
Premier of the Virgin Islands, Honourable Dr. Natalio Wheatley is inviting the public to commemorate the 75th anniversary of the historic Great March of 1949, in a ceremonial march on Sunday, November 24. Premier Wheatley said the march was a defining moment in the Virgin Islands’ pursuit for democracy and representation. “As we reflect on … Continued
Five schools from across the Caribbean, including representatives from St. Kitts, St. Thomas, St. Croix, and the British Virgin Islands, are gearing up for an exhilarating cheerleading competition hosted by the Elmore Stoutt High School (ESHS) in Tortola. The event is scheduled for Friday, November 1, 2024, at the Multi-Purpose Sports Complex, starting at 5:30 … Continued
The Youth Empowerment Project (YEP) say they are pleased to report on the successful results of a special teen workforce development project, Learning, Earning, and Advancing Dreams (LEAD) BVI, piloted over the past year. YEP thanks the Falconwood Foundation, Inc. (FFI) and the Popular VI Community Fund administered by the Community Foundation of the Virgin … Continued
On Thursday 24th October, 2024, the Rotary Club Sunrise of Road Town embarked on an exciting initiative to foster Peace in the Virgin Islands. This significant project coincides occurs during Rotary’s Economic and Community Development Month. Held at a private ceremony at the Youth Empowerment Project in Fat Hogs Bay Tortola British Virgin Islands, this … Continued
On October 25, 2024, the Caribbean Federation of Police Welfare Associations (CFPWA) proudly hosted the True Blue Beauty Pageant, celebrating the outstanding contributions and achievements of female police officers from across the region. The event took place at the prestigious John E. St. Luce Finance & Conference Center, St. John, Antigua and Barbuda and showcased … Continued
